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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