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Agenda for City Council on June 24, 2008, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 24, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
Citations-From Mayor Caulfield to Officers Thomas Lafferty & Ray Cormier.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes Council Meeting June 10th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (scheduled for 7PM)
2. Loan Order-$35 M. Lowell Waste Water Utility, Capital Improvements.
3. National Grid-Req. Pole Loc. Varney St. & Conduit loc. Shattuck St.
CIYY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motion/Requests
5. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
6. $335,680.11 Arcand Dr. from Trotting Park.
7. Ordinance-Amending Department Heads/Confidential Employees re:FY09 Budget.
8. Ordinance-Implementing action contained in FY 09 Budget.
9. Ordinance-Ch 13. Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance
10. Ordinance-Amending Driveway Permit Regulations
11. Ordinance-Draft Fireclosure properties.
12. Communication-From Mgr. accepting resignations Reynold Ilg from Historic Board & Heather Kerwin from Hunger Homeless Commission
13. Vote-to enter into License Agreement w/Daley Design, overhanging sign Prescott St.
14. Votes-Establishing Water and Parking Enterprise Funds.
15. Vote-Establish Revolving Fund, Maintenance of Property.
16. Vote-Convey 104 W. Meadow Rd. to Loon Hill Development for $310,000
17. Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant $375,000 MassCall 2.
18. Vote-Auth Mgr. enter into License Agreement w/Friends of LHS.
19. Vote-Rescind prior vote & execute new agreement Water/Sewer Tie-in Totman Rd.
20. Vote-to redeem property located 62 Thayer St.
REPORTS (sub/Committee, if any)
21. Wire Insp.-Report on conduit loc. Middlesex St.
PETITIONS
22. Claims-4 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
23. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. look into feasibility of Softball Field @ LeBlanc Park.
24. M. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. synchronize traffic lights throughout city, beginning @ Lord Overpass.

Agenda for City Council on June 10, 2008, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JUNE 10, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of May 27th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Verizon-Req. place conduit in Middlesex St.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager, request approval Out of State Travel.
5. $50,100 DPW, Various Accts. from DPW Insurance Premium, Brady School.
6. $30,000 Police, Gas/Motor Oil from Police, Comp. Time.
7. $6,999 Police, Gas Motor Oil from Police, Various Accts.
8. Order of Sewer Taking and Acceptances (Saratoga Street).
9. Vote-Auth. Transfer of proceeds from sale of 172 Lakeview Ave. from “Sale of Property” revenue account to the “Home Program Income Account.
10. Order-60 Day Trial (Jackson St.) adjacent.
11. Ordinance-Yard Sales.
12. Re-appoint John D. Knox and Corey Belanger (Zoning Bd. Of Appeals).
13. Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept deed to Westview Rd. extension from Stephen A. Beati.
14. Vote-Reimburse Boutselis ($7,500.00) for monies previously pd. Pursuant to the City accepting Ch. 203 of the Acts of 2007.
15. Vote-Establish Enterprise Fund for Parking Dept.
16. Vote-Establish Enterprise Fund for Lowell Regional Water Utility.
17. Appointments-Middlesex Canal Commission.
18. Vote-Mgr. Ex. Brownsfield Tax Abatement Agreement.
19. Vote-Acknowledge Timely Receipt Budget FY 09.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Back Bay Signs for Sovereign Bank 170 Merrimack St. req. overhanging sign.
Pole loc.-National Grid req. pole location Varney St.
MOTIONS
C. Kazanjian-Req. Traffic Div. remove No Parking Signs @Fr. Norton Manor 117-137 High St.
C. R. Mercier-Req. use of Cell Phones/Communication Devices be prohibited during meetings.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have Library report on Computer Lab @ Senior Center and ways of increasing services.
C. R. Mercier-Req. 60-Day Trial HP Sign 7 Tiffany Dr.
M. Caulfield-Req.City condemn tenement building adjacent to St. Patrick's Church in the acre

Agenda for City Council on May 20, 2008, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 27, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
1.Citation-Recognition of Bryan McMahon for Officer of the Month Award.
2.Proclamation-Presented to Bonni Dineen for the Garden Club.
CITY CLERK
3.Minutes of May 20th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
4.Ordinance-Ch 2 Creating Office of Cultural Affairs, establish 1 director and establish the salary therefore.
CITY MANAGER
5.Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
6.Communication-From City Manager re: Discussion of possible Budget Hearing Dates.
7.Communication-From City Manager req. approval Out of State Travel.
8.Constable Bond-David Lamagna Andover, Ma.
9.Vote-Ratify collective bargaining agreement MVEA Inspectors.
10.$10,734 to various depts., from Overlay Acct.
11.$2,503 to various depts., from Overlay Acct.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
12.Misc.-ATC Associates Woburn, Ma. req place antennae, ice bridge & gps on Phoenix Ave.
13.Daley Designs 58 Prescott St. req. overhanging sign.
14.Eddie Santiago 84 Agawam St.-Req. HP Sign.
MOTIONS
15.C. R. Mercier-Req. Tabitha Potter Memorial be placed at Shedd Park, and be placed on Board of Parks Agenda for June 25th.
16.C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. create area to establish Community Garden in future.
17.M. Caulfield-Req. communication from French Excavating be forwarded to Environmental/Neighborhood S/Cs.
18.M. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have DPW repave White St. up to Mt. Hope St.
19.C. Kazanjian-Req. report on Arena w/contracts and naming rights.
20.C. Kazanjian-Req. report on activity w/leases for the storefronts & Edward Early Garage.
19.C. Kazanjian-Req. report on JAM Plan, roadways including the Lord Overpass.
20.C. Broderick-Req. City Council adhere to the Council Rules

Agenda for City Council on May 20, 2008, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 20, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
1.Recognition-M. Caulfield to recognize Sandy Collins & Nancy Burns from Merrimack Valley Medical Reserve Corps (Emergency Preparedness).
2.Citation-M. Caulfield to present Eagle Scout of Honor to Michael Cruz.
CITY CLERK
3.Minutes of May 13th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
4.Vote-Apply/accept/expend $25,000.00 from MA Historical Commission FY 08 Survey and Planning Grant Program.
CITY MANAGER
5.Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
6.Communication-From Mgr. Req. approval Out of State Travel.
7.Vote-Approve/Auth. Mgr. execute payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) Agreement w/Montgomery L'Energia Power Partners, LP re: 2 Tanner St.
8.Vote-Establishing the JAM Façade and Lot Improvement Program (FLIP).
9.Vote-Exempt Michael Jarvis from MGL c.268A s20(b).
10.Vote-Ratify collective bargaining agreement Unit “C”.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
11.Misc.-Atty. James Flood, Jr. for Trinity Development Corp. Request the City accept Oberlin Avenue, Carly Way, Bridget Lane.
12.Conduit-Verizon place approx. 10ft of Underground Conduit Middlesex Street.
13.Claim- (1) Property Damage.
MOTIONS
14.C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on the snow & ice deficit.
15.C. Elliott-Req. Environmental/Neighborhood S/C meet regarding environmental impact on the Concord River and traffic issues affecting South Lowell resulting from proposed power plant in Billerica.
16.M. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. furnish Council w/financial breakdown and report of the $100 thousand allocated to the COOL Budget last fiscal yr. etc.
17.M. Caulfield-Req. the presence of the Assessor or Assessors to be present at the Auditor/Clerk Oversight S/C on May 27, 2008.
18.C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have the DPD give presentation to Council on form-based codes etc.

Agenda for City Council on May 13, 2008, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEEITNG
TUESDAY MAY 13, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1.Minutes of May 6th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2.Vote-Proposed change to Council Rule #5, that the City Council meet bi-weekly on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 7PM.
3.Ordinance-Ch. 2 Creating Office of Cultural Affairs/Special Events & creating 1 full time director (from last week).
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
4.Loan Order-to borrow $20,300,000 for construction etc. new Morey School.
CITY MANAGER
5.Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council motions/requests.
6.Order-60 Day Trial (Hosford Square).
7.Vote-Redeem 37 Winthrop Avenue ($17,720.00)
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
8.Conduit loc.-Verizon to place approx 83ft. conduit in Chelmsford St.
9.Misc.-Atty. Scott Garrant representing Audrey Baron requesting to recover title to property located at 62 Thayer St.
MOTIONS
10.C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have street dept. repave/repair section of 134-168 River Road.
11.M. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. and the Purchasing Dept. use local vendors whenever possible.

Agenda for City Council on May 06, 2008, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 6, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
Citation-Cambodian Folktale Project for receiving Gold Star Award from Mass. Cultural Council.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 29th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Ordinance-Ch. 4, Regulation of Dogs, by adding Designated off Leash Areas.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Constable Bonds-Christopher Swimm & Patricia Netto Billerica, Ma.
5. Resolution-Declaring May 5-9th as Building Safety Week.
6. Vote-Auth. Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant from Mass Historical Comm.
7. Vote-Accept proposal from Richard & Thomas Underwood, 26-28 Lawrence St.
8. Vote-Auth. Mgr executes Consent for Access to Keyspan for 90 Lisa Lane.
9. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Bad Dawgs, Merrimack St. for sidewalk seating.
10. Ordinance-Establish Office Cultural Affairs/Special Events, creating 1 full time director & establish salary.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
12. Claims-2 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
13. C. R. Mercier-Red. Mgr. begin process for city to accept Marshall Ave.
14. C. Elliott-Req. Environmental S/C meet w/Manager, Green Building Commission re: wind power/alternative energy @ landfill/other sites in city.
15. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on proposed use of State Funds for JAM Plan.
16. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on irrigation system @ Edward St. utilizing $50,000 State Funds.
17. C. Elliott-Req. School Dept. applies for grants to retrofit school buses for diesel exhaust.
18. C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have proper agency clean area near Plain St. exit off Lowell Connector, inbound.
19. C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. update Council on status of Sign Code.
20. C. Kazanjian-Req. proper dept. repair roadway in front of 361 Andover St.
21. M. Caulfield-Req. Traffic Engineer investigate conditions @Hadley St. & KFC.

Agenda for City Council on April 29, 2008, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 29, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 22nd for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Loan Order-To borrow $4, 660,539 for Capital Improvement Bond.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
5. Appointments-Michelle Gagnon & Bonni Dineen to the Cultural Council.
6. Loan Order-To borrow $20.3 for the construction of the New Morey School.
7. Vote-Mgr. execute easement w/Perkins Ames LLC for Perkins St.
8. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Gol Latino Market for awning 596 Central St.
9. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Sammy's Pizzeria & Grill for sidewalk seating.
10. Vote-Approving the Western Canal Economic Opportunity Area.
11. Vote-Approving Certified Project Application & authorize TIF for Nokode Holdings.
12. Vote-Approving Annual Action Plan.
13. Vote-Auth Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant $34,000 Lowell Community Health Center.
14. Order of Taking-Acquisition of Easements 170, 282 Lincoln St. & 20 Quebec St.
15. Re-Appointment-Walter Bayliss, Jr. to the License Commission
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
16. Claims-2 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
17. C. A. Mercier-Req. Traffic Div. install safety mirror on Pole #81Varnum/Old Ferry Rd.
18. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr report on impact of $3.5 Million in cuts to personnel/services.
19. M. Caulfield-Req. HP Sign on Back Central St. near Portuguese Club, be relocated.
20. M. Caulfield-Req. Auditor provide Council w/financial report & projection for deficit also anticipated Free Cash Figure.

Agenda for City Council on April 22, 2008, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 22, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-To Peter Richards for Rebuilding Lowell Program.
Recognition-Tom Nutt-Powell, President of Mass. Interfaith Power & Light, renewable energy.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 15th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
4. Vote-Manager execute agreement w/Mass. Highway & Target for signals on Plain St.
5. Ordinance-Amend Ch 4, Article II, Regulation of Dogs, Designated Off Leash Areas.
6. Vote-Manager enter into Settlement Agreement/Release/Confirmation of certain obligations in P&S Agreement w/Freudenberg Nonwovens.
7. Resolution-Supporting Cameroonians Community of NE to preserve Cameroonian Constitution in present form.
8. Order-Dedicate corner Appleton & South Sts. for Joseph DePolito.
9. Order-Dedicate corner Stevens & Forest Sts. for John F. Landry Jr.
10. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations 614 Central St.
11. Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant $10,000 from Northeast Homeland Advisory Council.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
12. Claims-2 claims property damage.
MOTIONS
13. M. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have Bldg. Inspector inspect bldg. @Stevens &Albert Sts.
14. M. Caulfield-Req. Mayor Task Force comprised of Local Agencies/Business Leaders/Gov't Officials re: Feasibility of Renovation of Smith Baker Center.

Agenda for City Council on April 15, 2008, 06:30 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 15, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 8th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Constable Bond-Geovanna Ramos 172 Middle St.
4. $60,000 Messenger, Energy/Electricity from Water, Energy/Electricity
5. Vote-Enter License Agreement w/Empire Beauty Salon 231 Central, overhanging sign
6. Vote-Execute Crosswalk Easement w/UMass on riverside St.
7. Vote-Accept gift in amount of $1,080.80 for Parks & Rec.
8. Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant for purchase Technical Rescue Vehicle
9. Vote-Apply/accept/expend grant for purchase Hose Coupling Machine
10. Vote-Rescind prior vote and surplus 51 Leverett St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
11. Claims-1 claim property damage
MOTIONS
12. C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. contact State re:Timing of Traffic Light on Gorham St. @ Highland St.
13. C. R. Mercier-Req. draw Resolution supporting plight of our local Cameroonians.
14. C. Kazanjian-Req. name Edwards St. Soccer Fields as Edward J. Walsh Lowell Youth Soccer Complex.
15. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. develop policy for naming public facilities.
16. C. Elliott-Req. Environmental S/C meet re:Refuse Disposal/Recycling
17. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr./DPD convene summit w/Delegation, Business Owners, Community Leaders re: plan for Rourke Bridge & Wood St. Corridor.
18. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr report on Regionalization & future cost saving possibilities.
19. C. Martin-Req. Mgr report on status of University Ave. Bridge.
20. C. Martin-Req. Cable TV S/C report on LTC Obscenity Policy.

Agenda for City Council on April 08, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
APRIL 4, 2008 2:21 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 8, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
Proclamation-Presented to John Chemaly, March of Dimes.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of April 1st for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Order of Taking & Acceptance-Independence Dr., Freedom Way and Patriot Way.
3. Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
CITY MANAGER
4. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
5. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
6. Appointments/Re-appointments/Resignations from Council on Aging.
7. Appointment-Paulette Renault-Caragianes to Board of Health.
8. Vote-Accept gift of $200 from Nayeli McCaskey for Police Dept.
9. Vote-Enter into License Agreement w/Sangrias for sidewalks seating.
10. Loan Order-To borrow $4,360,539 for Capital Improvements.
11. Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend grant $22,085 for Emergency Response Planning.
12. Resolution-To hold first day of issue for Bette Davis Stamp in Lowell.
13. Vote-To accept Chapter 203, Acts of 2007.
14. Resolution-Supporting Congress funding of Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant Program.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
15. Misc.-Omayra Sorto 30 Brooks St.-Req. Handicap Parking Sign.
Timothy Tyson 97 Saratoga St. req. City accept sewer line.
Go Latino Market 596 Central St. req. overhanging awning.
Atty. James Flood Jr. for Perkins Ames LLC, req. encroach on sidewalk Perkins St.
16. Claims-1 claim, property damage
MOTIONS
17. C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. take steps to name Edwards St. Soccer Field for Ed Walsh.
18. C. Kazanjian-Req. appoint committee to review Hamilton Canal Development Plans etc.
19. C. R. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial, 15 Min Parking 598 Central St.
20. C. R. Mercier-Req. 15 Min Parking Sign @ 604 Central St. be moved to sidewalk.
21. C. R. Mercier-Req. Cable TV S/C invite Rep. from Comcast to meeting re: explaining digital up-grade.

Agenda for City Council on April 03, 2007, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 30, 2007 2:09 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY APRIL 3, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-UTEC to thank the City Council for support for new location.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 27th for acceptance
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Vote-Declare surplus a portion of the property located at 104 W. Meadow Rd AKA 40 W. Meadow Rd. and establish minimum bid of $230,000.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Amend Zoning Regulations, various sections.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council motions/requests.
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Appointments-3 appointments to the Hunger Homeless Commission.
Re-Appointment-Girard Largay to the Cemetery Commission.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, HP Sign 77 Crosby St.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-1 property damage, 1 personal injury
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr/Arena Comm. report on attendance/tickets & terms Devils Contract.
C. R. Mercier/C. Caulfield-Req. Traffic S/C revisit Traffic Ord. 13-151 re:Parking of Large Vehicles.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr have proper dept. address inoperable meters lower Middlesex St.
C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. update Council on Hamilton Canal selection status & describe selection criteria.

Agenda for City Council on March 27, 2007, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 23, 2007 2:12 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 27, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 20th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Order-Taking & Acceptance of Dean Drive in Pawtucketville.
Ordinance-Ch. 13 Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Vote-Declare 201 Circuit Ave as surplus & establish minimum bid $90,000
Vote-Declare 104 W. Meadow Rd AKA 40 W. Meadow as surplus & establish minimum bid $230,000
Vote-Auth. Manager to execute Intermunicipal Agreement w/Stephen Masse/Town Dracut for 250-275 Totman Rd.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Mass. Motorcycle Assoc.-Req. to place Motorcycle Awareness Sign in city.
Bo Chu-Lowell Ma.-Req. city to be more bicycle/horse friendly.
Atty. James Flood representing Pilot Perkins LLC req. meet w/Traffic S/C re:proposed road improvements.
MOTIONS
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have DPW develop strategy for snow removal on small/dead end streets etc.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. explore possibility of Hot Line for residents to call in concerns etc.

Agenda for City Council on March 20, 2007, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 16, 2007 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 20, 2007
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of March 13th for acceptance
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager, report on Stoklosa School Issues.****
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Vote-Accept Gift $35,346.47 from Architectural Heritage Foundation for HCL Acquisition.
Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend grant $500,000 from Highway Administration (TCSP).
Loan Order-To borrow $1,957,600 for Wastewater Utility Upgrades.
Appointment-Taya Dixon to the Historical Board.
Communication-From Manager accept resignation Leo Cloutier from COA.
$2,000 Treas. S&W OT from Treas. S&W Perm.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Raymond Russell 984 Bridge St.-Address Council re: Litter/Debris etc.
Dennis & George Scannell 50 Tanner St. req. city abandon portion Border St.
Conduit Loc.-Verizon req. 10 ft. conduit in Smith St.
MOTIONS
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. consult w/Asst. Mgr. Coggins & Andy St. Onge as to whether it is feasible to do street closing at Palmer & Middle Sts.
C. Ramirez-Req. Mgr. update the City Council on the opportunity for Summer Youth Programs.
C. R. Mercier-Req. 60 Day Trial HP Sign 787 Crosby St.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. have DPD investigate place Conservation Restriction @ 520 Varnum Ave.
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. investigate feasibility of Skateboard Park in Belvidere.
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. address complaints re: Recycling Pick-ups
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. have Bldg. Commissioner expedite demo of building @ corner Westford/Nichols St.

Agenda for City Council on March 18, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE

MARCH 14, 2007 2:17 PM

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

TUESDAY MARCH 18, 2008

TIME 6:30 PM

CITY CLERK

1. Minutes of March 11th 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. Order of Taking & Acceptance-Independence Dr./Patriot and Freedom Way.

REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)

5. Wire Insp.-National Grid to place 1 pole Morey St.

PETITIONS

6. Misc.-Sammy's Pizzeria & Grill 125 Merrimack St. req. overhanging sign.

Stacey Phillips 37 Whipple St. req. HP Sign.

7. Claims-5 claims property damage

MOTIONS

8. C. Lenzi-Req. Council meet every other Tuesday year round

Agenda for City Council on March 11, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
MARCH 7, 2008 2:07 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 11, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of March 4th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
2. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
3. Communication-From City Manager, request for approval Out of State Travel.
4. Loan Order-To borrow $2.2 Million for E911 Center (From August 07)
5. $75,562 to Various Depts. S&W from Overlay Surplus.
6. Re-Appointment-Rachel Edlund to Lowell Historic Board.
7. Vote-Ratify the collective bargaining agreement w/MVEA Unit D.
8. Ordinance-Create 2 positions Sergeant (LPD) & establish salary.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
9. Wire Insp.-National Grid 1 pole loc. Willie St.
PETITIONS
Misc.- 10. Falcons Insurance & Financial Services 28 Cabot St. req. overhanging sign.
11. Daniel Couture req. City name corner South & Appleton Sts. as Couture Square.
12. Virginia Michaels req. discuss ramifications to Lowell Residents from proposed Billerica Power Plant.
Claim-13. 4 claims, property damage.
MOTIONS
14. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. contact local delegation re:Re-opening Solomon Mental Health.

Agenda for City Council on March 04, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 29, 2008 2:29 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY MARCH 4, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of February 26th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
2. Pole loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole on Morey Street.
CITY MANAGER
3. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
4. Communication-From Mgr. requesting approval Out of State Travel.
5. Re-appointments-Jeffrey Harris & Susan Zacherer to Lowell Historic Board.
6. Appointment-Eileen Donoghue to Arena/Stadium Commission.
7. Vote-To ratify 4 Collective Bargaining Agreements, Locals 2532,1705,1705A, Engineers
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
8. Misc.-Atty. James Flood Jr. for Meng & Lun Ung requesting an extension of the TMU Zone at 1141 Bridge St.
MOTIONS
9. C. Kazanjian-Req. take necessary action to name JAM Garage for Edward J. Early Jr.
10. C. Elliott-Req. Mgr/Assessors report on fund/application procedure for Sr. Tax Relief.
11. M. Caulfield-Req. Mgr report on demo of burned bldgs 155 Westford St. also Varney St.

Agenda for City Council on February 26, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 22, 2008 2:17 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 26, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
Mayor to ackowledge invitation from NASA to celebrate astronaut Richard M. Linnehan, who was born in Lowell also read Citation from Lawrence Mayor re: Fire Victim Assistance.
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of February 19th for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Vote-To accept deed from Applewood Development for Independence Dr., Patriot Way and Freedom Way. (From last week).
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Ordinance-Creating 1 position & establish salary in Police Dept.
4. Pole Loc.-National Grid to place 1 pole on Willie St.
CITY MANAGER
5. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
6. Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
7. Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations.
8. Vote-Auth Mgr. & DPD submit application to DHCD to designate 31.1 & 31.2 Jackson St. as Smart Growth District, under Ch 40R.
9. Resolution-Supporting legislation licensing resort-style casinos in Commonwealth.
10. Vote-Accept gift from Alfred H Coburn in amount of $100 for use in lighting Coburn Park.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
11. Claims-7 claims property damage
12. Misc.-Sweet Creations 614 Central St. req. 2 parking spaces.
MOTIONS
13. C. Martin-Req. report on status of implementing 311 Program for citizen concerns.
14. C. Milinazzo-Req. report from Retirement Board re: Investments of Retirement Funds.
15. C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. report on city land/bldgs for possible disposal.
16. C. Kazanjian-Req. report on School/City Bldgs heating/cooling needs & possible energy conservation measures.
17. M. Caulfield-Req. issues related to Fr. John's Bldg & 18 Merrimack St. to Housing S/C.
18. M. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. receive report from FERC re:Splashboards on River.

Agenda for City Council on February 19, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 15, 2008 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 19, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Mayor/Council congratulates Ben Chaput for appearance on Jeopardy.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 12th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
1.Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
2.Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
3.Vote-Auth. City Manager accept deed to Independence Drive, Freedom Way and Patriot Way in the City of Lowell from Walter Eriksen, President of Applewood Construction Corp.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
4.Wire Inspector-National Grid to place poles & conduit Morey & Moody Sts.
PETITIONS
5.Misc.-Bright Angkor Market 624 Gorham St. req. Loading Zone Sign.
6.Claims-5 claims, 1 personal injury, 4 property damage.
7.Pole Loc.-National Grid 1 pole on Morey St., 1 pole loc. Willie St.
MOTIONS

Agenda for City Council on February 12, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 8, 2008 2:16 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
REGULAR SESSION
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 12, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
Presentation-Mayor Caulfield to announce the winner of the Scavenger Hunt from the 2008 Winterfest.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of February 5th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager, requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Patricia Stratton, request to address Council re: Homeless Issue.
Claims-1 personal Injury
MOTIONS
C. Martin-Req. Council invite Ben Chaput to next meeting to extend congratulations for his appearance/performance on Jeopardy.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. communicate w/UML & MCC re: reduced tuition for Lowell Residents in lieu of taxes.
C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. address safety concerns at Library.
C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. provide status report on Comcast Contract etc.

Agenda for City Council on February 05, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 1, 2008 2:11 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 5, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
1. Minutes of the January 29th meeting, for acceptance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Hearing-National Grid 1 pole & conduit on Moody St.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
3. Ordinance-Amend Ch. 2, Administration by adding Division of Cultural Affairs & Special Events.
4. Ordinance-Creating 1 position, full time & establish salary in Office Cultural Affairs & Special Events.
5. Ordinance-Amend Ch 17, Removal Snow & Ice, Streets and Sidewalks.
CITY MANAGER
6. Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
7. Communication-Approval 7 Constable Bonds.
8. $23,621 Police, S&W, Legal Defense Fund from Overlay Surplus.
9. $17,304 Various Depts. S&W from Overlay Surplus.
10. $57,894 Fire, S&W from Overlay Surplus.
11. Vote-Auth Mgr. to execute easement w/National Grid @511 Moody St.
12. Vote-Auth Mgr. to execute easement w/National Grid @Pine & Morey St.
13. Vote-Auth Mgr. to execute easement w/National Grid @135 Middlesex St.
14. Ordinance-Create 1 position Program Coordinator & establish salary in Police Dept.
15. Vote-Designating position of Negotiator for School Committee as Special Municipal Employee.
16.Vote-Auth. Mgr. accept gift from Lowell Spinners.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.
17. Lyndon LaRouche Political Action Comm.-Req. Resolution re:Homeowner & Bank Protection Act.
18. Brenda Wegener 34 Epping St.-Req. HP Sign.
Claims
19. There are 2 claims for Property Damage
MOTIONS
20. C. R. Mercier-Req. 15 Min Parking in front 598 Central St.
21. C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. have Police Chief report on issues re: recent increase in crimes.
22. C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on status of efforts to implement downtown improvements and forward to Economic Development S/C.
23. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. prepare comprehensive report on issues impacting redevelopment in Hamilton Canal area etc.
24. C. Broderick-Req. Mgr. have Police Chief prepare report on recent crimes of burglaries/robberies & refer to Public Safety S/C.

Agenda for City Council on January 29, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 25, 2008 2:11 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEEITNG
TUESDAY JANUARY 29, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 22nd for acceptance
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Pole loc.-National Grid 1 pole location Moody St. (from last week)
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
Communication-From Manager, accept resignation of Susan Percy from COA.
Appointment-Michael Hayden to COA.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, Cork St.
Vote-Auth. Mgr. apply/accept/expend grant from Dept. Public Health, for Seniors Count.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee, if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Helen Grant 73 Market St. req. HP Sign.
Claims-2 claims property damage
MOTIONS
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on status of HR#6, Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant Program.
C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. provide status report on Jam Garage.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. provide status report on roadwork on Chelmsford St. & timetable for development of Lowe's
M. Caulfield-Req. report on status of burned bldg. on Burtt St.

Agenda for City Council on January 22, 2008, 06:30 PM

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
JANUARY 18, 2008 2:14 PM
LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANUARY 22, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 15th for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Loan Order-to borrow $5 Million for improvements at WWTP/Sewer System.
Ordinance-Ch. 13. Motor Vehicles/Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Conduit Loc.-National Grid req. 20 ft conduit in Moody St.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From Manager requesting approval of Out of State Travel.
Appointments Constables-3 Constables appointed for 3-year term.
Order-60 Day Trial, Traffic Regulations, various locations
Ordinance-Establish Office of Cultural Affairs/Special Events, in Managers Office & establish positions.
Ordinance-Create 1 position, Director, Cultural Affairs & establish salary.
Ordinance-Amend Sec. 17-4, 17-5 Snow & Ice Removal from Sidewalks etc.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Claims-3 claims property damage
MOTIONS
C. Milinazzo-Req. Mgr. report on status of Affordable Housing Act, in Senate.
C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. report status of Middlesex Shelter & number etc. of other group homes in Lowell.
C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. take steps to block/limit access to Cumminskey Alley.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr./Police Chief meet w/Public Safety S/C re: GRIP Program.
M. Caulfield-Req. Mgr/DPD address concerns re:Substandard Housing in City.

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEEITNG
TUESDAY JANUARY 15, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
Recognition-Travis Gengzel PFC US Marine Corps, being deployed to Middle East.
CITY CLERK
Minutes of January 8th for acceptance.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From Mgr. responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Vote-Grant MassDEP FY08 Municipal Sustainability Grant (In kind tech Assistance).
Re-appoint-Edward “Bud Caulfield, Tricia Camire to Disability Commission.
Re-appoint-Bernard Judge to the Board of Parks.
Re-appoint-Rosemary Noone as a Library Trustee.
Re-appoint-Dennis Mercier to Cemetery Commission.
PETITIONS
Misc.-Atty. George Eliades for HCL Acquisition LLC req. designate portion of JAM Plan as Smart Growth Zoning District.
Sylvio Lamarche 559 Broadway St. req. HP Sign.
Manuel Silva 20 Irving St. req. HP Sign.
Raymond Weicker 14 Watson St.#18 req. creation Parking Condo's
Claims-3 claims property damage
Pole Loc.-National Grid req. pole loc. Moody St.
MOTIONS
C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. have Law Dept. investigate Residency Requirement for new hires.
C. Kazanjian-Req. Mgr. have Arena/Stadium Comm. provide profit/loss statements for Arena and Mgr. provide 2-year plan for Arena.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. provide report on condition/cost etc. of lighting @ Cawley Stadium.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. have proper dept. install “No Right Turn” sign from Chestnut on to Fayette St.

LOWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY JANAURY 8, 2008
TIME 6:30 PM
CITY CLERK
Minutes of December 11, 2007 for acceptance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 7PM)
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, parking large commercial vehicles.
Ordinance-Amend Zoning Regulations, parking large commercial vehicles.
CITY MANAGER
Communication-From City Manager, responses to Council Motions/Requests.
Communication-From City Manager requesting approval Out of State Travel.
Vote-To acquire 49/55 Rock St. from Paul Niven for $435,000 under Acre Plan.
Ordinance-Ch. 13, Motor Vehicles & Traffic, Quarterly Ordinance.
Communication-Accepting resignation of Michael Lenzi from Board of Health.
Vote-Approve Lease of Boys/Girls Club for Police Pricinct.
Vote-Apply/Accept/Expend grant from Mass. Technology Collaborative for (2) Big Belly Compactor Systems.
Communication-Accepting resignation of Nicolas Tsongas from Arena/Stadium Comm.
Appointment-Brian T. Akashian Esq. To the License Commission.
REPORTS (Sub/Committee if any)
PETITIONS
Misc.-Thomas Ciampa Req. Council discuss issues of appointments & missions of Council on Aging.
Atty. James P. Hall request designation as Special Municipal Employee under MGL 268A.
Anny & Heng Market 211 Fletcher St. request 15 min. parking sign.
Michael Daly 14 Houghton St. request city set standards for size/type plows for city streets.
Conduit Loc.-National Grid req. approx. 20ft conduit in Moody St.
Claims-2 claims for property damage
MOTIONS
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. investigate possibility of Arena Football @ Tsongas Arena.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Council discuss if Casino Gambling in Mass is appropriate, if so, for Resolution supporting House Delegation.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. set up point person for contact on utility concerns.
C. R. Mercier-Req. meeting re: strategy for new Spinners Contract.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr/Police/Solicitor set parameters to determine next selection for Tow Contracts.
C. R. Mercier-Req. Mgr. provide status of station closings in Fire Dept. re:Engine 10
C. Caulfield-Req. Mgr. report on demo of burned building on Westford St.
C. Caulfield-Req. Bd. Assessors continue to guide individuals re: Overvaluation/Abatement Applications.
C. Elliott-Req. Mgr. report on FY 07 Property Valuation Process.

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LOWELL MASSACHUSETTS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA