Date: February 14, 2023
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: City Council Chamber, 375 Merrimack Street, 2nd Floor, Lowell, MA/Zoom (Hybrid)
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MAYOR'S BUSINESS
2.1.
Communication Remote / Zoom Participation:
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2.2.
Citation - Black History Month - Tracy Mitchell.
2.3.
Citation - Brandon Estrella.
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CITY CLERK
3.1.
Minutes of Neighborhoods SC February 7th; City Council Regular Meeting February 7th for Acceptance.
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GENERAL PUBLIC HEARINGS
4.1.
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COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY MANAGER
5.1.
Motion Responses
A) Motion Response - LTLC Process and Procedures
B) Motion Response - Miniature Shelter Units
C) Motion Response - DEI Policies from BPDA
D) Motion Response - Body Worn Cameras Presentation
5.2.
Informational Reports
Informational Report - Free Cash Certification and Recommendation
Informational Report - Community Preservation Act Funding Request (WITH ATTACHMENTS)
5.3.
Communication - Planning Board Recommendation Zoning Amendment Off Street Parking DMU Zoning District.
5.4.
Communication - Appointment of Allison Dolan-Wilson to Planning Board
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VOTES FROM THE CITY MANAGER
6.1.
Vote - Accept/Expend $5,500 MCC Grant- CASE
6.2.
Vote - Accept/Expend $75,000 MCC Grant - Library
6.3.
Vote - Authorize CM Ex. Temporary Access Agreement with Edward Page Corporation
6.4.
Vote - Authorize CM Ex. Temporary Access Agreement with Henry General Contractors, Inc.
6.5.
6.6.
Vote - FY22 Free Cash Certification and Recommendation
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REPORTS (SUB/COMMITTEE, IF ANY)
7.1.
Public Safety SC February 14, 2023
7.2.
Wire Insp. - Boston Gas dba National Grid To relocate approximately 26 ft of an existing 6 in gas main.
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PETITIONS
8.1.
Claims - (2) Property Damage
8.2.
Mass Electric dba National Grid - Install 1 JO Pole 5-3 and extend secondary to new pole on Burnside St
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CITY COUNCIL - MOTIONS
9.1.
C. Robinson - Req. City Mgr. work with proper department and the neighbor to the Greenhalge School on Ennell Street to remove old gate, adjust signage, consider installing section of walkway and develop a beautification plan to the area.
9.2.
C. Robinson - Req. City Mgr. look into training surrounding art installation projects for members of administration tasked with this responsibility via NEFA “Making It Public For MA Artists” program.
9.3.
C. Robinson - Req. City Mgr. have proper department provide a report on the weight difference with old and new vacs for downtown and are the newly acquired equipment suitable to be operated on our aging infrastructure.
9.4.
C. Robinson - Req. City Mgr. provide a copy of current LAZ insurance policy and update on parking garages infrastructure status.
9.5.
C. Robinson/C. Gitschier/C. Jenness - Req. City Mgr. work with proper departments and Lowell Youth Baseball and Softball League to coordinate a citywide “Opening Day” ceremony/parade in downtown, similar to Festival of Lights Parade.
9.6.
C. Robinson/C. Gitschier - Req. City Mgr. work with the University and Lowell Youth Baseball and Softball League to establish and plan a date for tournament utilizing LeLacheur Park.
9.7.
C. Robinson/C. Gitschier - Req. City Mgr. provide an update on the anticipated upgrades to all baseball and softball fields, citywide including details such as laser grading as well as timeline.
9.8.
C. Gitschier/C. Robinson - Req. City Mgr. withhold all funding to the LTC (Lowell Telecommunications) until the employees union dispute is resolved.
9.9.
C. Gitschier - Req. City Mgr. update the City Council on repairs made to the voting machine for the hearing impaired.
9.10.
C. Scott - Req. City Mgr. have the appropriate department provide an update on the current status of the vacant property at 48 Kinsman Street and other similar properties that have fallen into disrepair and any improvements that can be made to the process.
9.11.
C. Scott/C. Robinson - Req. City Mgr. provide a report on the process used for appointment to the LTC (Lowell Telecommunication) seats dedicated to the City Council and the City Manager appointments.
9.12.
C. Nuon/C. Robinson - Req. Mayor urge the Lowell School Committee to withhold retaining outside counsel for 6 weeks to enable the City Law Department to investigate any possible claims.
9.13.
C. Drinkwater/C. Robinson/C. Gitschier - Req. City Mgr. Have the Law Department Draft an Ordinance Requiring that all Contractors and Subcontractors Working on City Construction Projects Valued at Over $1 Million Employ Apprentices Registered in a Bona Fide Apprentice Training Program, and Establishing Minimum Apprentice Ratios.
9.14.
C. Leahy - Req. City Council approve of allowing the School Department to contribute to building a permanent building that would house office space, concession stand and weight room at Cawley Stadium.
9.15.
C. Leahy - Req. City Mgr. work with DPD to develop a plan for 2nd and 3rd floor Downtown building space using all means to help finance grants and other bank programs.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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