Medford City Council
Medford, Massachusetts
The Ninth Regular Meeting, March 2, 2021
City Council
Isaac B. “Zac” Bears
Richard F. Caraviello
John C. Falco, Jr.
Adam Knight
Michael J. Marks
Nicole Morell
George A. Scarpelli
Broadcast Live: Channel 22 (Comcast) and Channel 43 (Verizon).
“Pursuant to Governor Baker’s March 12, 2020 Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §18, and the Governor’s March 15, 2020 Order imposing strict limitation on the number of people that may gather in one place, this meeting of the Medford City Council will be conducted via remote participation to the greatest extent possible. Specific information and the general guidelines for remote participation by members of the public and/or parties with a right and/or requirement to attend this meeting can be found on the City of Medford website, at www.medfordma.org. For this meeting, members of the public who wish to listen or watch the meeting may do so by accessing the meeting link contained herein. No in-person attendance of members of the public will be permitted, but every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access the proceedings in real time, via technological means. In the event that we are unable to do so, despite best efforts, we will post on the City of Medford or Media Community Media website an audio or video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting.”
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President Richard F. Caraviello called the Regular meeting of March 2, 2021 of the Medford City Council to order at 7:00 P.M. via Zoom.
ROLL CALL
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
RECORDS
The Records of the Meeting of February 23, 2021 were passed to Councillor Scarpelli.
MOTIONS, ORDERS AND RESOLUTIONS
21-078 – Offered by President Caraviello
Be it Resolved that the Medford City Council request that we reach out to one of the owners of the 630 Fellsway Plaza, Kimco, to meet with the City Council on the placement of collection bins on their property.
21-079 – Offered by Vice President Knight
Whereas, the Q2 Revenue Forecast projects a $5.5-8M structural deficit, and
Whereas, the current Fiscal Year Budget relies on $5M in reserves,
Be it so Resolved that the Mayor present to the Council a zero-base budget for the up-and-coming Fiscal Year.
21-080 – Offered by Vice President Knight
Be it so Resolved that the Medford City Council request that the Administration provide a presentation of See-Click-Fix data each quarter following roll-out of the new program.
21-081 – Offered by Vice President Knight and President Caraviello
Be it so Resolved that the Medford City Council extend its deep and sincere condolences to the family of Herbert Wells on his recent passing.
21-082 – Offered by Councillor Scarpelli
Be it Resolved that the City Environment and Energy Director look into Solar Carports at City facilities to help with energy costs and possible revenue gaining ventures.
21-083 – Offered by Councillor Bears
Be It Resolved by the Medford City Council that the City Administration provide an update on the status of 80-86 Canal Street, which had a severe fire last year and was left open to the elements for several months, and how the Administration plans to address health, safety, and code enforcement to ensure safety for any new construction and for neighboring residential buildings.
Be It Further Resolved that this item reappear on the City Council agenda in two weeks for the update and discussion of further action that can be taken by the Council to address this issue.
21-084 – Offered by Councillor Bears
Be It Resolved by the Medford City Council that we request that our State Representatives and State Senator advocate for a "hold harmless" provision for charter school reimbursements in the FY2022 State Budget to prevent a nearly $1 million loss in urgently needed state aid for Medford's public schools.
Be It Further Resolved that we request that our state delegation explore a permanent solution that will stop the draining of over $8 million from our city budget for charter schools.
Be It Further Resolved that the City Clerk forward a copy of this resolution to the Medford legislative delegation as well as House Speaker Mariano and Senate President Spilka.
21-085 – Offered by Councillor Morell and Councillor Bears
Be it Resolved that the Medford City Council expresses its support of HD.1440 "An Act relative to a streaming entertainment operator’s use of the public rights-of-way" and SD.834 "An Act relative to digital entertainment on public rights of way"
Be
it Further Resolved that the City Clerk forward a copy of this
resolution to the Medford legislative delegation as well as House
Speaker Mariano and Senate President Spilka.
21-086 – Offered by Councillor Falco
Be it Resolved that the Medford City Council extend its deep and sincere condolences to the family of Anthony Voner on his recent passing.
21-087 – Offered by Councillor Scarpelli
Be it Resolved that the City Administration prepare the Alden Chambers for public participation purposes according to Board of Health and CDC guidelines.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
21-088 –
To The Honorable President and
Members of the Medford City Council
City Hall
Medford, MA 02155
Dear
Mr. President and City Councilors:
I respectfully request and recommend that your Honorable Body accept under Massachusetts General Laws the Acts of 2020, Chapter 325 to appropriate Two Hundred Thousand and Zero Cents ($200,000.00) from the Medford Casino Special Revenue Fund to fund a Fire Ladder Truck lease payment. This request is in compliance with the Medford and Wynn Casino Surrounding Community Impact agreement specifically the public safety payment.
Fire Chief, Frank Giliberti and Finance Director Aleesha Nunley Benjamin is present to answer any of the Council’s questions regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
(SIGNATURE FILE/PAPER)
Breanna Lungo-Koehn, Mayor
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
21-025 – February 23, 2021 Committee of the Whole Report to follow.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
To participate remotely outside of Zoom, please e-mail AHurtubise@medford-ma.gov.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
20-425 Condolences for John Avenell
IN CITY COUNCIL JUNE 23, 2020 TABLED
20-452 Chapter 382 of the Acts of 2002
IN CITY COUNCIL JUNE 23, 2020 TABLED
20-635 Amend Fiscal 2021 Budget to Appropriate $740,000
IN CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 17, 2020 TABLED
20-600 National Grid Grant of Location Riverside Ave.
IN CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 8, 2020 TABLED
21-023 Deadline Discount Program Be Discussed
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2, 2021 TABLED
21-044 Common Victualler License Medford VFW Post 1012, Inc.
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2, 2021 TABLED
21-046 Appropriation of $300,000 to Medford Historical Commission
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2, 2021 TABLED
19-660 Promote, Prevent, Support Behavioral Health Commission
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 9, 2021 1st Reading
ADVERTISED FEBRUARY 18, 2021 Medford Transcript
(Eligible for 3rd Reading) MARCH 2, 2021
20-295 Donation Collection Bin Ordinance
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 9, 2021 1st Reading
ADVERTISED FEBRUARY 18, 2021 Medford Transcript
(Eligible for 3rd Reading) MARCH 2, 2021
20-519 Rodent Control Ordinance
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 9, 2021 1st Reading
ADVERTISED FEBRUARY 18, 2021 Medford Transcript
(Eligible for 3rd Reading) MARCH 2, 2021
Reports Due/ Deadlines
16-574 – University Accountability Spring 2017-Report (Next Report Due in March, 2021)
17-606 – Evangelical Haitian Church 400 High St. 90 Day Review on Illumination- January 9, 2018 (Tabled)
19-037–90-Day Review Report on 7 – Eleven at Sunoco for a petition for a Common Victualler License (granted by the Council, as amended to require a 90-day report on February 26, 2019) (Report due May 28, 2019) ; 90 Day Review Report on 7 – Eleven at Sunoco for a petition for a Special Permit – Hours (granted by the Council, as amended to require 30-and-90-day report on June 25, 2019 and August 20, 2019)
20-050 –90-Day and 180-Day Review Report on Redefine Strength and Fitness, LLC for a petition for a Special Permit – Hours (granted by the Council, as amended to require 90-and-180-day report on May 18, 2020 and August 16, 2020)
20-066 –90-Day Review Report on Alewife Autowork for a petition for a Special Permit – Zoning (granted by the Council, as amended to require 90-day report on June 29, 2020)
20-085 –90-Day Review Report on 360 Health and Fitness, LLC for a petition for a Special Permit – Hours (granted by the Council, as amended to require 90-day report on June 29, 2020)
20-086 –90-Day Review Report on El Tacuba Cocina and Tequila Bar for a petition for a Special Permit – Hours (granted by the Council, as amended to require 90-day report period to begin on opening of restaurant)
20-562 – 30-and-60 Day Reviews on XSS Hotels (Fairfield/Marriott) for Reversal of Sign Denials for north facing signs abutting residential property (granted by Council, as amended to require a 30-day review on October 8, 2020 and a 60-day review on November 7, 2020)
20-563 – 30-and-60 Day Reviews on XSS Hotels (Fairfield/Marriott) for Reversal of Sign Denials for north facing signs abutting residential property (granted by Council, as amended to require a 30-day review on October 8, 2020 and a 60-day review on November 7, 2020)
20-586 – 30-and-60 Day Reviews on Greater Boston Donuts, LLC for a petition for a Common Victualler License (granted by Council, as amended to require a 30-day review on November 12, 2020 and a 60-day review on December 12, 2020)
20-639 – 90 Day Review on Last Light Tattoo Studio for a Special Permit to conduct a Body Art Establishment (granted by Council, as amended to require a 90-day review on February 8, 2021)
Records:
The Records of the Meeting of February 23, 2021 were passed to Councillor Scarpelli.
Adjournment:
Medford City Council
Medford, Massachusetts
The Ninth Regular Meeting, March 2, 2021
City Council
Isaac B. “Zac” Bears
Richard F. Caraviello
John C. Falco, Jr.
Adam Knight
Michael J. Marks
Nicole Morell
George A. Scarpelli
Broadcast Live: Channel 22 (Comcast) and Channel 43 (Verizon).
“Pursuant to Governor Baker’s March 12, 2020 Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §18, and the Governor’s March 15, 2020 Order imposing strict limitation on the number of people that may gather in one place, this meeting of the Medford City Council will be conducted via remote participation to the greatest extent possible. Specific information and the general guidelines for remote participation by members of the public and/or parties with a right and/or requirement to attend this meeting can be found on the City of Medford website, at www.medfordma.org. For this meeting, members of the public who wish to listen or watch the meeting may do so by accessing the meeting link contained herein. No in-person attendance of members of the public will be permitted, but every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access the proceedings in real time, via technological means. In the event that we are unable to do so, despite best efforts, we will post on the City of Medford or Media Community Media website an audio or video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting.”
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President Richard F. Caraviello called the Regular meeting of March 2, 2021 of the Medford City Council to order at 7:00 P.M. via Zoom.
ROLL CALL
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
RECORDS
The Records of the Meeting of February 23, 2021 were passed to Councillor Scarpelli.
MOTIONS, ORDERS AND RESOLUTIONS
21-078 – Offered by President Caraviello
Be it Resolved that the Medford City Council request that we reach out to one of the owners of the 630 Fellsway Plaza, Kimco, to meet with the City Council on the placement of collection bins on their property.
21-079 – Offered by Vice President Knight
Whereas, the Q2 Revenue Forecast projects a $5.5-8M structural deficit, and
Whereas, the current Fiscal Year Budget relies on $5M in reserves,
Be it so Resolved that the Mayor present to the Council a zero-base budget for the up-and-coming Fiscal Year.
21-080 – Offered by Vice President Knight
Be it so Resolved that the Medford City Council request that the Administration provide a presentation of See-Click-Fix data each quarter following roll-out of the new program.
21-081 – Offered by Vice President Knight and President Caraviello
Be it so Resolved that the Medford City Council extend its deep and sincere condolences to the family of Herbert Wells on his recent passing.
21-082 – Offered by Councillor Scarpelli
Be it Resolved that the City Environment and Energy Director look into Solar Carports at City facilities to help with energy costs and possible revenue gaining ventures.
21-083 – Offered by Councillor Bears
Be It Resolved by the Medford City Council that the City Administration provide an update on the status of 80-86 Canal Street, which had a severe fire last year and was left open to the elements for several months, and how the Administration plans to address health, safety, and code enforcement to ensure safety for any new construction and for neighboring residential buildings.
Be It Further Resolved that this item reappear on the City Council agenda in two weeks for the update and discussion of further action that can be taken by the Council to address this issue.
21-084 – Offered by Councillor Bears
Be It Resolved by the Medford City Council that we request that our State Representatives and State Senator advocate for a "hold harmless" provision for charter school reimbursements in the FY2022 State Budget to prevent a nearly $1 million loss in urgently needed state aid for Medford's public schools.
Be It Further Resolved that we request that our state delegation explore a permanent solution that will stop the draining of over $8 million from our city budget for charter schools.
Be It Further Resolved that the City Clerk forward a copy of this resolution to the Medford legislative delegation as well as House Speaker Mariano and Senate President Spilka.
21-085 – Offered by Councillor Morell and Councillor Bears
Be it Resolved that the Medford City Council expresses its support of HD.1440 "An Act relative to a streaming entertainment operator’s use of the public rights-of-way" and SD.834 "An Act relative to digital entertainment on public rights of way"
Be
it Further Resolved that the City Clerk forward a copy of this
resolution to the Medford legislative delegation as well as House
Speaker Mariano and Senate President Spilka.
21-086 – Offered by Councillor Falco
Be it Resolved that the Medford City Council extend its deep and sincere condolences to the family of Anthony Voner on his recent passing.
21-087 – Offered by Councillor Scarpelli
Be it Resolved that the City Administration prepare the Alden Chambers for public participation purposes according to Board of Health and CDC guidelines.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
21-088 –
To The Honorable President and
Members of the Medford City Council
City Hall
Medford, MA 02155
Dear
Mr. President and City Councilors:
I respectfully request and recommend that your Honorable Body accept under Massachusetts General Laws the Acts of 2020, Chapter 325 to appropriate Two Hundred Thousand and Zero Cents ($200,000.00) from the Medford Casino Special Revenue Fund to fund a Fire Ladder Truck lease payment. This request is in compliance with the Medford and Wynn Casino Surrounding Community Impact agreement specifically the public safety payment.
Fire Chief, Frank Giliberti and Finance Director Aleesha Nunley Benjamin is present to answer any of the Council’s questions regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
(SIGNATURE FILE/PAPER)
Breanna Lungo-Koehn, Mayor
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
21-025 – February 23, 2021 Committee of the Whole Report to follow.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
To participate remotely outside of Zoom, please e-mail AHurtubise@medford-ma.gov.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
20-425 Condolences for John Avenell
IN CITY COUNCIL JUNE 23, 2020 TABLED
20-452 Chapter 382 of the Acts of 2002
IN CITY COUNCIL JUNE 23, 2020 TABLED
20-635 Amend Fiscal 2021 Budget to Appropriate $740,000
IN CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 17, 2020 TABLED
20-600 National Grid Grant of Location Riverside Ave.
IN CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 8, 2020 TABLED
21-023 Deadline Discount Program Be Discussed
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2, 2021 TABLED
21-044 Common Victualler License Medford VFW Post 1012, Inc.
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2, 2021 TABLED
21-046 Appropriation of $300,000 to Medford Historical Commission
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2, 2021 TABLED
19-660 Promote, Prevent, Support Behavioral Health Commission
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 9, 2021 1st Reading
ADVERTISED FEBRUARY 18, 2021 Medford Transcript
(Eligible for 3rd Reading) MARCH 2, 2021
20-295 Donation Collection Bin Ordinance
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 9, 2021 1st Reading
ADVERTISED FEBRUARY 18, 2021 Medford Transcript
(Eligible for 3rd Reading) MARCH 2, 2021
20-519 Rodent Control Ordinance
IN CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 9, 2021 1st Reading
ADVERTISED FEBRUARY 18, 2021 Medford Transcript
(Eligible for 3rd Reading) MARCH 2, 2021
Reports Due/ Deadlines
16-574 – University Accountability Spring 2017-Report (Next Report Due in March, 2021)
17-606 – Evangelical Haitian Church 400 High St. 90 Day Review on Illumination- January 9, 2018 (Tabled)
19-037–90-Day Review Report on 7 – Eleven at Sunoco for a petition for a Common Victualler License (granted by the Council, as amended to require a 90-day report on February 26, 2019) (Report due May 28, 2019) ; 90 Day Review Report on 7 – Eleven at Sunoco for a petition for a Special Permit – Hours (granted by the Council, as amended to require 30-and-90-day report on June 25, 2019 and August 20, 2019)
20-050 –90-Day and 180-Day Review Report on Redefine Strength and Fitness, LLC for a petition for a Special Permit – Hours (granted by the Council, as amended to require 90-and-180-day report on May 18, 2020 and August 16, 2020)
20-066 –90-Day Review Report on Alewife Autowork for a petition for a Special Permit – Zoning (granted by the Council, as amended to require 90-day report on June 29, 2020)
20-085 –90-Day Review Report on 360 Health and Fitness, LLC for a petition for a Special Permit – Hours (granted by the Council, as amended to require 90-day report on June 29, 2020)
20-086 –90-Day Review Report on El Tacuba Cocina and Tequila Bar for a petition for a Special Permit – Hours (granted by the Council, as amended to require 90-day report period to begin on opening of restaurant)
20-562 – 30-and-60 Day Reviews on XSS Hotels (Fairfield/Marriott) for Reversal of Sign Denials for north facing signs abutting residential property (granted by Council, as amended to require a 30-day review on October 8, 2020 and a 60-day review on November 7, 2020)
20-563 – 30-and-60 Day Reviews on XSS Hotels (Fairfield/Marriott) for Reversal of Sign Denials for north facing signs abutting residential property (granted by Council, as amended to require a 30-day review on October 8, 2020 and a 60-day review on November 7, 2020)
20-586 – 30-and-60 Day Reviews on Greater Boston Donuts, LLC for a petition for a Common Victualler License (granted by Council, as amended to require a 30-day review on November 12, 2020 and a 60-day review on December 12, 2020)
20-639 – 90 Day Review on Last Light Tattoo Studio for a Special Permit to conduct a Body Art Establishment (granted by Council, as amended to require a 90-day review on February 8, 2021)
Records:
The Records of the Meeting of February 23, 2021 were passed to Councillor Scarpelli.
Adjournment:
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