Haverhill public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Haverhill City Council approved a $2 million transfer into the city's stabilization account to rebuild reserves, and passed several salary ordinances for city employee groups. It also approved a revised access plan for a solar farm at 139 Amesbury Line Road, and withdrew a special permit petition for Welcome Motors without prejudice.

• Approved $2M transfer to stabilization account (9-0)
• Approved salary ordinances for City Hall Clerks, Citizen Center, Engineering, and Water/Wastewater groups (8-0-1 for clerks; 9-0 for others)
• Approved amended solar farm access plan at 139 Amesbury Line Road (9-0)
• Withdrawn without prejudice Welcome Motors special permit petition (9-0)
• Approved handicap parking ordinances at 173 River St, 37 Wilson St, 73 Hilldale Ave, 83 Blossom St, 13 Highland St (9-0 each)
• Approved parking restriction on Irving Ave and truck turn prohibitions on Lafayette Ave and Moody St (9-0)
• Approved 2022 license renewals for drainlayers, coin-ops, and handicap parking signs (9-0)
• Postponed discussions on veterans COVID relief and police accreditation to Jan 4, 2022 (9-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will vote on the 2020 reprecincting map (required by Dec. 15), hold a tax classification hearing for FY2022, and consider several zoning amendments, including inclusionary zoning (postponed to Jan. 25) and Water Supply Protection Overlay District updates. The agenda also includes surplus declarations for two fire vehicles, appointments, license renewals, and discussions on waterfront zoning and federal fund oversight.

• Vote on 2020 reprecincting map and precinct boundary descriptions
• Tax classification hearing: residential factor, commercial/residential exemptions, open space discount, 100% CPI increase (1.4%) for elderly exemptions
• Zoning amendment: inclusionary zoning requiring 10% affordable units in housing projects (postponed to Jan. 25, 2022)
• Zoning amendment: Water Supply Protection Overlay District map update
• Declare surplus: 1987 Hahn Engine and 1991 International Ambulance (value >$10,000)

The Haverhill City Council held an amended tax classification hearing for FY22, adopting a residential factor of 0.9010 (8-1) and accepting a 1.4% CPI increase for elderly exemptions (9-0). The council rejected commercial and residential exemptions, an open space discount, and permanent CPI acceptance (all 0-9). It also approved the 2020 reprecincting map (8-1), declared two fire vehicles surplus (9-0), and postponed inclusionary zoning to January 25, 2022.

• Adopted residential factor 0.9010 for FY22 (8-1)
• Rejected commercial exemption (0-9)
• Rejected residential exemption (0-9)
• Rejected open space discount factor (0-9)
• Rejected permanent CPI acceptance for elderly exemptions (0-9)
• Accepted 100% of 1.4% CPI increase for FY22 exemptions (9-0)
• Approved 2020 reprecincting map (8-1)
• Declared 1987 Hahn Engine and 1991 International Ambulance surplus (9-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board voted to allocate $2,000,000 to the PRIM Private Equity Vintage Year 2022 Fund, despite the allocation deviating from the current Investment Policy Statement (IPS), and directed staff and counsel to document the reasons. The board also approved the November 2021 warrant of $3,538,034.83, accepted new member enrollments, and passed a buyback for Robert Pistone Jr. after an initial motion failed. Additionally, the board approved an accidental death benefit for Elaine Comeau, offered a repayment plan to Paul Weinburgh, and voted to request the city council increase the COLA base to $15K.

• Approved $2M commitment to PRIM Private Equity Vintage 2022 Fund (5-0)
• Approved November 2021 warrant of $3,538,034.83 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Accepted new member enrollments for city employees (5-0)
• Denied buyback for Robert Pistone Jr. (2-3, failed)
• Approved buyback for Robert Pistone Jr. (3-2)
• Approved accidental death benefit for Elaine Comeau (5-0)
• Approved repayment plan options for Paul Weinburgh (5-0)
• Voted to request city council increase COLA base to $15K (5-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will hold hearings on several items, including a request to withdraw a special permit application for a 66-unit over-55 housing development at 66 Merrimac Road, and a proposal to transfer a purchase option for land at 97 Corliss Hill Road to the Essex Greenbelt Association. The council will also consider a petition to expand a car dealership lot at 63 Pecker Street, and will receive a $50,000 matching grant announcement for the Cogswell Artspace. Numerous routine license renewals and handicap parking ordinances are also on the agenda.

• Withdrawal request for special permit CCSP-21-4 for 66-unit over-55 development at 66 Merrimac Road (Map 430 Lots 1-6)
• Order to assign purchase option for 97 Corliss Hill Road to Essex Greenbelt Association
• Petition from Welcome Motors Inc. to expand dealership lot at 63 Pecker Street
• Pentucket Bank $50,000 matching grant for Cogswell Artspace
• Handicap parking ordinances for 173 River St, 37 Wilson St, 73 Hilldale Ave, 83 Blossom St, 13 Highland St

The City Council approved assigning the city's option to purchase 97 Corliss Hill Road to the Essex County Greenbelt Association, Inc., a step toward conservation. A special permit for an over-55 development at 66 Merrimac Road was withdrawn with prejudice at the applicant's request. A hearing on expanding Welcome Motors' car lot at 63 Pecker Street was continued to December 28, 2021, after councilors raised concerns. The council also confirmed a historic district commission appointment and approved several license renewals.

• Approved assigning city's purchase option for 97 Corliss Hill Road to Essex County Greenbelt (9-0)
• Withdrawn with prejudice: special permit for 66-unit over-55 development at 66 Merrimac Road (9-0)
• Continued to Dec 28: Welcome Motors lot expansion hearing at 63 Pecker Street (9-0)
• Confirmed Dana DeFranco to Washington Street Historic District Commission (9-0)
• Approved handicap parking signs at 84 Blossom St and 173 River St
• Approved 2022 drainlayer license renewals for 8 individuals
• Approved 2022 exterior vending machine licenses for 8 Redbox kiosks
• Placed on file: ordinances adding handicap parking at 5 locations

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission will hold a virtual and in-person meeting to address continued business, including an alleged violation at Smith's Tavern, and multiple license transfers and renewals. The agenda includes show cause hearings for alleged violations at American Veterans of Haverhill and Mr. Mike's Restaurant, as well as various applications for alcohol, entertainment, and motor vehicle licenses.

• Continued hearing on alleged violation at Smith's Tavern, 124 Essex St, incident Aug 25, 2021
• Transfer of common victualler, entertainment, and all-alcohol licenses from Smith's Tavern Inc to CM Direct of MA, LLC
• Show cause hearing for American Veterans of Haverhill, 576 Primrose St, incident Oct 9, 2021
• Show cause hearing for Mr. Mike's Restaurant, 1149 Main St, incident Nov 8, 2021
• New common victualler license for Gourmet House Asian Cuisine, 115 South Main St

The Commission approved the transfer of the common victualler, entertainment, and Section 12 all-alcohol licenses from Smith's Tavern Inc. to CM Direct of MA, LLC, pending ABCC approval and other conditions. It also placed Smith's Tavern on a 2-week probationary period following an alleged incident. All 2022 license renewals for entertainment, common victualler, outdoor dining, alcohol, and motor vehicles were approved upon compliance.

• Approved transfer of common victualler, entertainment, and Section 12 alcohol licenses from Smith's Tavern Inc. to CM Direct of MA, LLC, pending ABCC approval and other conditions.
• Placed Smith's Tavern on a 2-week probationary period after an alleged incident on August 25, 2021.
• Approved all 2022 entertainment license renewals upon compliance.
• Approved new common victualler license for Fu Yun Lai, LLC d/b/a Gourmet House Asian Cuisine, pending receipt of certificate of occupancy.
• Approved all 2022 common victualler license renewals upon compliance.
• Approved all 2022 outdoor dining license renewals upon receipt of City Engineer approval.
• Approved transfer of Section 15 all-alcohol license from Shamrock Haverhill, LLC to Hari Smruti, LLC, pending ABCC approval and TIPS certificates.
• Approved transfer/new motor vehicle dealer licenses for Autofair Subaru and Autofair Ford, pending approval from various departments.

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will hear Mayor Fiorentini introduce the preferred developer and their proposal for redeveloping five city-owned parcels on Merrimack Street between Merrimack Street and Bailey Boulevard. The council will also consider a loan order to purchase land at 197 Corliss Hill Road for water supply protection, and discuss a request to withdraw a special permit application for 85 Water Street. Several routine items, including license renewals and a $125,388 transfer to the Youth Art Program, are also on the agenda.

• Mayor to present preferred developer proposal for downtown parcels on Merrimack Street
• Loan order for $150,000 to purchase 13.7 acres at 197 Corliss Hill Road for water supply protection
• Request to withdraw special permit for 85 Water Street (113 rental units) without prejudice
• Appropriation of $125,388 from Free Cash to Youth Art Program Account
• Discussion on catch basin conditions and private dumpster regulations downtown

The Council heard presentations on the redevelopment of five City-owned downtown parcels between Merrimack Street and Bailey Boulevard, including a proposal from Lupoli Companies to demolish the Goecke parking deck and build a 616-space garage, 51,000 sq. ft. of retail, and 370 residential units. No vote was taken on the developer selection. The Council also approved a loan order for land purchase at 197 Corliss Hill Road for water supply protection, and passed a motion to send a zoning change request to the Solicitor regarding home art classes.

• Approved loan order for purchase of land at 197 Corliss Hill Road for water supply protection (8-0).
• Passed motion to send request for zoning change to allow home art classes to Solicitor Cox, including Planning and Inspectional Services (8-0).
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Special Permit application for 85 Water Street redevelopment (8-0).
• Approved joint pole location for South Prospect Street (8-0).
• Approved underground electric conduit location on Research Drive (8-0).
• Approved HHS Boys Swim & Dive tag days for December 11 & 12 (8-0, 1 abstention).
• Approved $1,433.93 in payments for prior years' bills (8-0).
• Appropriated $125,388 from Free Cash to Youth Art Program Account (8-0).

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will hold a tax classification hearing to set the residential and commercial/industrial tax rates for fiscal year 2022. They will vote on several orders, including the residential factor, commercial and residential exemptions, and an open space discount. The mayor will also give an update on the city's COVID-19 response.

• Tax classification hearing for FY2022, including residential factor and commercial/residential exemptions
• Order to accept 100% of the 1.4% CPI increase for FY2022 elderly tax exemptions
• Mayor Fiorentini to update council on COVID-19 efforts
• Various license renewals: taxi, liquor, hawker/peddler, junk dealer, pawnbroker, etc.

The City Council held the FY2022 tax classification hearing and voted to adopt a residential factor of 0.900800 (165 shift), which shifts more of the tax burden to commercial and industrial properties. The council rejected a commercial exemption, a residential exemption, an open space discount, and a proposal to permanently accept the annual CPI increase for elderly exemptions. It did approve accepting the 1.4% CPI increase for FY2022 exemptions. A motion to use $1 million of free cash to reduce the levy failed.

• Adopted residential factor 0.900800 (165 shift) (8-0)
• Rejected commercial exemption (0-8)
• Rejected residential exemption (0-8)
• Rejected open space discount (0-8)
• Rejected permanent acceptance of CPI increase for elderly exemptions (0-8)
• Approved 100% of FY2022 CPI increase (1.4%) for exemptions (8-0)
• Failed motion to suspend rules to revisit tax levy (2-6)
• Approved auctioneer license for Stephen Cyr (8-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved a $4,000 salary increase for Administrator David Van Dam, retroactive to January 1, 2021. The board also approved the October 2021 warrant, a $1.2 million transfer from the Fisher account for November payments, and accepted new member enrollments, buybacks, rollovers, transfers, and retirements. Investment manager updates were presented, and a potential PRIM Private Equity Vintage Year 2022 commitment was moved to the December meeting.

• Approved $4,000 salary increase for Administrator, retroactive to Jan 1, 2021 (4-0, Poore absent)
• Approved October 2021 Warrant #10-2021: $2,499,895.42 (4-0, Poore absent)
• Approved $1.2 million transfer from Fisher account for November warrant (4-0, Poore absent)
• Accepted new member enrollments (3-0, MacDonald abstained, Poore absent)
• Accepted two buybacks/makeups (4-0, Poore absent)
• Accepted one rollover (4-0, Poore absent)
• Accepted 14 transfers (4-0, Poore absent)
• Accepted retirements/disabilities/survivor benefits (4-0, Poore absent)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including a $430,000 bond order for exterior repairs to City Hall and a $45,000 budget transfer for an inspection vehicle. The agenda also includes a special permit request for a 7-unit multi-family dwelling at 125-129 Kenoza Avenue.

• $430,000 bond order for City Hall exterior repairs
• $45,000 transfer from Capital Budget to Inspection Vehicle Replacement
• Special permit for 7-unit multi-family dwelling at 125-129 Kenoza Avenue
• Joint pole location petition for South Prospect Street by National Grid and Verizon
• Underground electric conduit petition for Research Drive by National Grid

The Haverhill City Council approved a special permit for a 7-unit multi-family dwelling (to be sold as condos) at 125-129 Kenoza Avenue, replacing a funeral home. The approval includes conditions such as a performance bond, no occupancy permit until all units are finished on the exterior, and landscaping approval. The council also approved several other items including a $45,000 transfer for an inspection vehicle and a $430,000 bond for City Hall exterior repairs.

• Approved special permit for 7-unit condo project at 125-129 Kenoza Ave (8-0)
• Approved $45,000 transfer for Inspection Vehicle Replacement (8-0)
• Approved $430,000 bond for City Hall exterior repairs (8-0)
• Approved Patrick Driscoll to License Commission (8-0)
• Denied taxi license for Hector L. DelaFuente (0-8)
• Approved taxi license for Michael Brown (8-0)
• Approved VFW Santa Parade with fees waived (8-0)
• Approved letter to Mayor for joint meeting on ward representation (8-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission is meeting to consider several license transfers and a show cause hearing. Key items include transferring entertainment and common victualler licenses for Hard Body Meals, transferring a liquor license for Shamrock Liquors, and a show cause hearing for Smith's Tavern over an alleged violation. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and continued business for Copperhead Saloon.

• Transfer of entertainment and common victualler licenses from 612 Broadway to 38 Washington Street for Hard Body Meals
• Transfer of liquor license from Shamrock Haverhill, LLC to Hari Smruti, LLC for Shamrock Liquors at 400 Lowell Ave Suite 6
• Show cause hearing for Smith's Tavern at 124 Essex Street over alleged violation of 204 CMR 2.05(2) related to an incident on August 25, 2021
• Continued business for Copperhead Saloon at 27 Lafayette Square regarding reopening plan
• Approval of regular meeting minutes for October 7, 2021

The License Commission approved the transfer of entertainment and common victualler licenses for Hard Body Meals LLC from 612 Broadway to 38 Washington Street, pending a corrected lease and business occupancy certificate. The transfer of the liquor license for Shamrock Liquors was tabled until the December meeting. The show cause hearing for Smith's Tavern was continued to December. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved transfer of entertainment and common victualler licenses for Hard Body Meals LLC to 38 Washington St (unanimous)
• Tabled transfer of liquor license for Shamrock Liquors to December meeting (unanimous)
• Continued show cause hearing for Smith's Tavern to December meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous, Commissioner Driscoll abstained)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is holding a public hearing on a special permit application to reduce a nursing home's beds from 127 to 26 and convert 101 beds to assisted living memory care at 190 North Ave. The council will also consider road openings for utility work, approve various licenses, and discuss sidewalk improvements and police foot patrols.

• Special permit for WHC Haverhill, LLC to reduce nursing home beds and convert to assisted living at 190 North Ave
• Road openings for gas service at 26 Longview St, 48 Grove St, 333 North Broadway, and water line at 12-14 Macon Ave
• Appropriations totaling $23,912.68 for various vendors including Ready Refresh, Sparkle Gear, and Woodard & Curran
• Ordinances to add handicap parking at 60 High St and delete at 426 Washington St, 64 Grove St, 11 Seventeenth Ave
• Tax classification hearing for FY2022 scheduled for November 16, 2021

The Haverhill City Council approved a special permit for WHC Haverhill, LLC to reduce the long-term care facility at 190 North Ave from 127 beds to 26 beds and convert the former 101 beds to 41 assisted living memory care units. The approval was granted with conditions, including that the two existing signs remain in the same location and size, and that all department head recommendations, especially the Fire Department's HVAC improvements, be followed. The council also approved several routine items, including road opening permits, license renewals, and a $23,912.68 payment of prior year bills.

• Approved special permit for WHC Haverhill, LLC to convert nursing home beds to assisted living at 190 North Ave (9-0, with conditions)
• Approved road opening requests for utility work at 26 Longview St, 48 Grove St, 333 North Broadway, and 12-14 Macon Ave (9-0)
• Approved $23,912.68 in prior year bills from current appropriations (9-0)
• Approved handicap parking sign for 22 Hillside St (all in favor)
• Approved Tag Days for Riverside Bradford Baseball on Nov 5-6 (all in favor)
• Approved drainlayer, taxi, and pool table license renewals (all in favor)
• Approved ordinance changes to add/delete handicap parking spaces (all in favor)
• Approved amended order to indemnify Leemilt's Petroleum Inc for Procopio property closing (8-1)

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning amendment for cannabis cultivation at 25 Bond Street and an ordinance to update the Water Supply Protection Overlay District map. The agenda also includes a request from National Grid and Verizon for joint pole locations at 1050 Hilldale Avenue.

• Zoning amendment for cannabis cultivation at 25 Bond Street
• Ordinance to update the Water Supply Protection Overlay District map
• Joint pole location request for new solar field at 1050 Hilldale Avenue
• Transfer of $1,680 from Capital Budget to purchase Dog Kennels
• Add handicap parking at 99-4 Blaisdell Street

The City Council approved a joint pole location for National Grid to feed a solar field at 1050 Hilldale Ave (9-0). A zoning amendment for cannabis cultivation at 25 Bond St was withdrawn with prejudice (8-0, 1 abstention) after an unfavorable planning board recommendation. The council also approved several licenses, appointments, and a $1,680 transfer for dog pound repairs.

• Granted joint pole location for National Grid solar field at 1050 Hilldale Ave (9-0)
• Withdrew with prejudice cannabis zoning amendment for 25 Bond St (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Haverhill Park Foundation appointments (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Columbus Park event for Oct 23 with liability insurance (9-0)
• Approved auctioneer license for Stephen Cyr with date changes (8-0, 1 absent)
• Denied taxi license for Denise Gingras due to police denial (0-9)
• Approved $1,680 transfer for dog pound kennel repairs (9-0)
• Tabled Leemilt's Petroleum indemnification agreement to Oct 26 (9-0, 1 absent)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved the September 2021 warrant of $2,542,737.58 and authorized a transfer of up to $2,000,000 for the October 2021 warrant. The board also accepted new member enrollments, refunds, a rollover, a transfer, a superannuation, and a beneficiary withdrawal, all by unanimous 4-0 votes (with one member absent). Investment managers presented updates on the PRIT Fund and TerraCap funds, and the board moved a buyback request to the November meeting for clarification.

• Approved September 2021 warrant of $2,542,737.58 (4-0)
• Approved transfer of up to $2,000,000 for October 2021 warrant (4-0)
• Accepted new member enrollments (4-0)
• Moved Gillian Grandoni buyback request to November meeting (4-0)
• Accepted refunds totaling $27,883.43 (4-0)
• Accepted rollover of $16,847.56 for Ann English (4-0)
• Accepted transfer of $41,601.01 for Andrea Parshley (4-0)
• Approved sending additional medical records for Lawrence Comeau to a single physician (4-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission is meeting to consider various alcohol, entertainment, and business license applications, including one-day permits for local events and new liquor licenses. The agenda also includes a show cause hearing for Smith's Tavern over an alleged violation, and continued discussions on other matters.

• One-day alcohol licenses for Haverhill Firefighting Museum chili cookoff (Oct 23) and Hellenic Orthodox Community Greek Festival (Nov 5-7)
• Academy Lanes seeks to amend entertainment license to include live music, karaoke, and comedians
• New all-alcohol licenses for Triana's Real Mexican Food and Tawa Tandoor
• Show cause hearing for Smith's Tavern (124 Essex St) over alleged over-serving incident on Aug 25
• Continued discussion on Copperhead Saloon pocket license and White St Motors customer complaint

The Haverhill License Commission unanimously revoked the license of Dream Team Auto Group (Valentine Kong) after a show cause hearing found numerous violations, including selling cars outside Haverhill, failing to record purchases, and using another company's FID number. The commission also approved several one-day alcohol licenses, new alcohol licenses, and license amendments, all unanimously.

• Revoked Dream Team Auto Group license (unanimous)
• Approved one-day alcohol license for Haverhill Firefighting Museum chili cookoff (unanimous)
• Approved one-day all-alcohol licenses for Hellenic Orthodox Community Greek Festival Nov 5-7 (unanimous)
• Approved entertainment license amendment for Academy Lanes pending zoning approval (unanimous)
• Approved common victualler application for Academy Lanes pending approvals (unanimous)
• Approved new all-alcohol license for Triana's Real Mexican Food pending ABCC approval (unanimous)
• Approved new all-alcohol license for Tawa Tandoor pending ABCC approval (unanimous)
• Approved management agreement alcohol license for Battle Grounds Coffee pending ABCC approval (unanimous)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting to hear presentations on fire department staffing, MVRTA transit updates, and local nonprofit events, and to consider several routine items including an election warrant, license renewals, and bill payments. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Order to issue election warrant for Nov 2, 2021 election of Mayor, 9 City Councilors, 3 School Committee members, and 2 non-binding questions
• Order to pay prior-year bills totaling $1,070.20 to Professional Drafting Inc, Fidelity House CRC, and Greater Haverhill Chamber
• Discussion on fire department staffing levels
• Update on MVRTA services in Haverhill
• Preliminary financial reports for June and July 2021 from City Auditor

The Haverhill City Council approved the election warrant for the November 2, 2021 municipal election, which includes races for mayor, city council, and school committee, plus two non-binding questions. The vote was 7-1. The council also passed a motion to send a letter to the mayor regarding fire department staffing, and approved several other routine items.

• Approved election warrant for Nov. 2, 2021 (7-1)
• Passed motion to send letter to mayor re: fire staffing (8-0)
• Approved payment of prior-year bills totaling $1,070.20 (8-0)
• Approved preliminary financial reports for June and July 2021
• Approved handicap parking sign at 60 High St (all in favor)
• Approved salary ordinance for dispatchers (8-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Health Department chapter (8-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will hold a public hearing on a special permit request from Water Street Redevelopment LLC to build 113 rental units at 85 Water St., which requires a density waiver from the 83-unit limit. The council will also consider several routine items, including license renewals, bill payments, and a transfer for aerial photography. A request to fund the Cogswell Artspace from a $500K youth and mental health account will be introduced.

• Special permit hearing for 113-unit apartment building at 85 Water St. (density waiver from 83 units)
• Order to transfer $17,424 from Capital Budget for Assessor's Digital Aerial Photography Fly Over
• Order to pay prior fiscal year bills totaling $24,375.27 to vendors including LAZ Parking ($13,333.00) and Demers Plate Glass ($4,280.00)
• Introduction of Erin Padilla of Creative Haverhill seeking funding for Cogswell Artspace from $500K youth and mental health account
• Request to waive $860 auditorium rental fee for Pentucket Players' 'Into the Woods'

The City Council voted 7-2 to continue the special permit hearing for the proposed 113-unit redevelopment at 85 Water St. to November 30, 2021, after a motion to reduce the unit count to 83 was made. The council also approved a $125,000 allocation for the Cogswell Artspace, referred a traffic safety concern to the Traffic & Safety Committee, and granted a fee waiver for Pentucket Players.

• Continued 85 Water St. redevelopment special permit hearing to Nov. 30 (7-2)
• Approved $125K for Cogswell Artspace, referred to A&F (8-1)
• Approved $17,424 transfer for Assessor's aerial photography (9-0)
• Approved $24,375.27 in prior-year bill payments (9-0)
• Referred Carleton/Broadway intersection safety to Traffic & Safety (9-0)
• Adopted Breast Cancer Awareness Month proclamation (all in favor)
• Referred Council rules procedural error to A&F (8-1)
• Granted Pentucket Players auditorium fee waiver of $860 (9-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission convened a special meeting on September 22, 2021, but the minutes contain only an agenda with no recorded decisions, votes, or discussion outcomes. The agenda lists a one-day application from the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce for the UMASS Lowell Innovation Hub, which had police approval, but no action is noted. No other substantive business was decided.

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will vote on a salary ordinance and first contract for the Dispatchers Group, consider a zoning amendment for inclusionary housing (10% affordable units) that the mayor has asked to table until December, and hold hearings on National Grid pole and conduit installations. The agenda also includes appointments, license renewals, and several special permit requests.

• Salary ordinance and first contract for Dispatchers Group, costing $58,843 over 3 years
• Zoning amendment to add 8.3 Inclusionary Zoning requiring 10% affordable units in all housing projects; mayor requests tabling until December 2021
• National Grid pole location on Research Drive (Plan 30346085) and underground conduits for 21-27 Washington St (Plan 29456312)
• Special permit for 7-unit multi-family dwelling at 125-129 Kenoza Ave
• Transfer $10,600 from Water-Engineering Expense to Salary Account for seasonal employee hours

The Haverhill City Council voted 8-0 to table the Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance until December 2021, following a request from Mayor Fiorentini to allow the Housing Task Force time to report. The council also approved two National Grid utility requests, including a pole location on Research Drive and underground conduits on Washington Street, the latter with an amendment requiring notification of street closures. A special permit hearing for a 7-unit multi-family dwelling at 125-129 Kenoza Ave was continued to November 9, 2021, and a hearing for a special permit at 190 North Ave to convert nursing home beds to assisted living was scheduled for October 26, 2021.

• Tabled Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance to December 2021 (8-0)
• Approved National Grid pole location on Research Drive (8-0)
• Approved National Grid underground conduits for 21-27 Washington St, as amended (9-0)
• Continued CCSP 21-13 for 7-unit dwelling at 125-129 Kenoza Ave to Nov 9 (8-0)
• Scheduled hearing for 190 North Ave nursing home conversion for Oct 26 (9-0)
• Approved BOLD Media holiday light show permit with conditions (9-0)
• Approved $36,610.25 in bill payments (9-0)
• Approved rule change requiring Council President to contact councillor before adding name to agenda item (5-4)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved the August 2021 warrant of $2,389,375.20 and the estimated September 2021 warrant of $2,500,000.00, each with a transfer of up to $2,000,000.00 from Pension Reserves Investment Trust to cover benefit payments. The board also accepted new member enrollments, refunds, transfers, and a retirement, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. A buyback request was sent to the board attorney for review, and two staff bonuses of $2,500 each were approved.

• Approved August 2021 warrant of $2,389,375.20 with transfer up to $2,000,000 (5-0)
• Approved estimated September 2021 warrant of $2,500,000 with transfer up to $2,000,000 (5-0)
• Accepted new member enrollments for city departments (5-0)
• Sent Robert Pistone Jr.'s buyback request to board attorney for review (5-0)
• Accepted refunds for six former employees totaling $125,078.17 (5-0)
• Accepted transfers for two school employees (5-0)
• Approved superannuation for Lyn Leone (5-0)
• Approved $2,500 bonuses for staff members Laura and Lannie (5-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission will meet to consider liquor license applications, transfers, and amendments, and to hold show-cause hearings for five establishments accused of permitting disorder or illegality, including possible over-serving. The agenda also includes a continued discussion of a customer complaint against White St Motors and a show-cause hearing for Dream Team Auto Group regarding license validity.

• Show-cause hearings for Hans Garden, Maria's Family Restaurant, Mr Mike's Restaurant, Smith's Tavern, and Dream Team Auto Group
• Barnboard Pub (Academy Lanes) requests change to all-alcohol restaurant license
• Triana's Real Mexican Food applies for all-alcohol license
• Village Square Restaurant seeks license transfer to new ownership
• Olympia Social Club requests address change and expanded entertainment license

The September 2, 2021 Haverhill License Commission meeting agenda was published, but the minutes text provided contains no record of decisions, votes, or outcomes. The agenda includes items such as one-day liquor licenses, entertainment license amendments, license transfers, and show cause hearings, but no actions are documented.

City Council

The City Council will hold hearings for two special permit applications regarding a large-scale ground-mounted solar energy system at 139 Amesbury Line Rd. The council will also review various annual license renewals and discuss several councillor communications.

• Solar Energy System Special Permit (CCSP-21-8) for 139 Amesbury Line rd
• Solar Energy System Special Permit (CCSP-21-9) for 139 Amesbury Line rd in Water Supply Protection Overlay District
• Annual license renewals including Hawker Peddlers, Coin-Op, and Taxi Driver licenses
• Discussion regarding pedestrian-only access for Washington st and Wingate st on Friday and Saturday evenings
• Discussion regarding commercial truck traffic on Mill st and residential neighborhoods

The Haverhill City Council approved two special permits for Solar Smart LLC to build a large-scale ground-mounted solar energy system at 139 Amesbury Line Rd. The first permit (CCSP-21-8) was approved with conditions from all city departments, and the second (CCSP-21-9) was approved contingent on all conditions and future requirements of city boards and department heads. Both votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved solar special permit CCSP-21-8 at 139 Amesbury Line Rd with conditions (9-0)
• Approved solar special permit CCSP-21-9 in Water Supply Protection Overlay District with conditions (9-0)
• Denied taxi driver license for Michael Brown (0-9)
• Approved early voting schedule for preliminary election (9-0)
• Approved appointments to Mayor's Task Force on Public Health (9-0)
• Approved order for Precinct Officers for 2021 (9-0)
• Referred discussion on closing Washington and Wingate Sts to pedestrian-only to Citizen's Outreach Committee (9-0)
• Referred discussion on truck traffic on Mill St to Traffic & Safety Committee (9-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board voted to suspend Paul A. Weinburgh's disability pension until further PERAC action through November 1, 2021, with pending status. The board also approved the July 2021 warrant of $2,412,972.40, accepted new member enrollments, refunds, rollovers, and retirements, and required face masks in the retirement office.

• Suspended Paul A. Weinburgh's disability pension until further PERAC action through Nov 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved July 2021 Warrant #07-2021: $2,412,972.40 (4-0-1 abstain)
• Accepted new member enrollments for City of Haverhill departments (5-0)
• Accepted refund for Anna Rowell ($740.74) and rollover for Anne Bibeau ($12,209.93) (5-0)
• Accepted superannuations for Kevin McAninch and Leslye Zulkuski (5-0)
• Approved July 13, 2021 regular and executive session minutes (5-0 each)
• Required face masks for all persons entering the retirement office (5-0)
• Adjourned at 10:08 AM (5-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will consider several significant items, including proposed ballot questions to change the city's electoral system to include ward-based representation, a discussion of a fiber-optic network proposal, and a special permit for a large solar facility. The council will also act on land purchases, tax agreements, and various budget transfers.

• Ballot questions on electing ward councillors and school committee members as binding referendums
• Special permit for dual-use solar facility at 1050 Hilldale Ave
• TIF agreement for redevelopment at 86 Essex St
• Purchase of 13.3-acre parcel at 97 Corliss Hill Rd for $0 (MOA with Essex County Greenbelt)
• Transfers: $177,024 for Hunking Middle School, $55,000 for fire vehicles, $12,000 for library salaries

The City Council voted 9-0 to move forward with SiFi Networks' proposal to build a citywide open-access fiber broadband network at no cost to the city, with plans to negotiate an agreement. The Council also voted 8-1 to make two proposed ballot questions about ward-based representation for City Council and School Committee non-binding referendums for the November 2021 ballot. A special permit for a dual-use solar and farming facility at 1050 Hilldale Ave was approved 7-2. Several other items were approved, including a TIF agreement for 86 Essex St and a land purchase agreement for 97 Corliss Hill Rd.

• Approved motion to proceed with SiFi Networks fiber proposal (9-0)
• Made ward representation ballot questions non-binding (8-1)
• Approved special permit for solar facility at 1050 Hilldale Ave (7-2)
• Approved TIF agreement for 86 Essex St (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved land purchase agreement for 97 Corliss Hill Rd (9-0)
• Approved $12,000 transfer to Library Salaries (9-0)
• Approved $177,024 transfer to close Hunking School project (8-1)
• Approved $55,000 transfer for Fire Vehicle Replacement Plan (9-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission met virtually and in person on August 5, 2021, to consider several license applications and discussion items. No final decisions were recorded in the minutes; items were either pending approvals or set for discussion. The agenda included a one-day liquor license for Cedardale Inc., a new entertainment license and all-alcohol license for Bradford Brew House, common victualler applications, and discussions on Copperhead Saloon's reopening and a customer complaint against White Street Motors.

• Approved regular meeting minutes for July 1, 2021 (not explicitly stated, but listed for approval)
• Approved special meeting minutes for July 13, 2021 (not explicitly stated, but listed for approval)
• Cedardale Inc. one-day liquor license application pending police approval
• Bradford Brew House entertainment license application pending zoning approval
• Bradford Brew House common victualler application pending certificate of occupancy
• Najo's Mediterranean Grill common victualler application pending certificate of occupancy and business certificate
• Bradford Brew House all-alcohol license application pending ABCC approval, 304 inspection, and TIPS certification
• Copperhead Saloon pocket license and reopening plan discussed

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will consider a $1,343,283 loan order for the Haverhill High School gym roof replacement, with partial MSBA reimbursement, and two Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreements for redevelopment projects. The council will also vote on naming the Swasey Field baseball diamond after Mike Ryan and hear an update on COVID-19 efforts. Several public hearings and license renewals are scheduled.

• Loan order for $1,343,283 for HHS Gymnasium roof replacement at 137 Monument Street
• TIF agreement with St. Joseph's Schoolhouse LLC for 26 Broadway and 56 Oak Terrace
• TIF agreement with 42 Lafayette Sq, LLC for development at 42 Lafayette Square
• Order to name Swasey Field baseball diamond 'Mike Ryan Memorial Baseball Field'
• Special permit request for 66-unit age-restricted development at 66 Merrimac Road

The Haverhill City Council approved two Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreements for housing developments at the former St. Joseph's School (26 Broadway) and 42 Lafayette Square, both with 8-1 votes and one abstention. The council also approved a $1.34 million loan order for the HHS Gym roof replacement, named the Swasey Field diamond the 'Mike Ryan Memorial Baseball Field,' and continued a special permit hearing for a 55+ housing development to October 5.

• Approved TIF agreement with St. Joseph's Schoolhouse LLC for 26 Broadway and 56 Oak Terrace (8-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved TIF agreement with 42 Lafayette Sq, LLC for Lafayette Square development (8-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved $1,343,283 loan order for HHS Gym roof replacement (all in favor)
• Named Swasey Field diamond 'Mike Ryan Memorial Baseball Field' (9-0)
• Continued special permit hearing for 66-unit 55+ development at 66 Merrimac Road to October 5 (9-0)
• Approved street opening permits for 64 Locust St and 333 North Broadway (8-0, 1 abstention; 9-0)
• Approved removal of handicap parking space at 64 Grove St (9-0)
• Approved $42,257.57 in prior fiscal year bills (9-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment to create a Planned Development District for a mixed-use project at the former DiBurro Function Facility at 887 Boston Road. The council will also vote on year-end budget transfers totaling about $1.72 million, a $390,000 water meter replacement transfer, and a five-year solid waste collection contract. Several other items are on the agenda, including presentations, license renewals, and special event permits.

• Zoning amendment for Boston Road Planned Residential Development District (BRPRD) at 887 Boston Road (6.5 acres)
• Year-end budget transfers totaling $1,723,000
• Transfer $390,000 from Water Department Expense to Water Meter Replacement Capital Project
• Solid waste collection contract with Capital Waste from Aug 2021 to July 2026
• MBTA license agreement for South Elm Street MassWorks project

The Haverhill City Council approved a zoning amendment creating the Boston Road Planned Residential Development District for the former DiBurro property at 887 Boston Road, allowing a mixed-use project with multifamily, retail, and restaurant uses. The vote was 7-1, with Council President Barrett dissenting. The council also approved several other items, including a contract with Capital Waste for solid waste collection, a license agreement with the MBTA for the South Elm St MassWorks project, and year-end budget transfers.

• Approved zoning amendment for Boston Road Planned Residential Development District (BRPRD) at 887 Boston Road, 7-1 (Barrett opposed).
• Approved contract with Capital Waste for solid waste collection and transportation, Aug 1 2021 - July 31 2026, 8-0.
• Approved resolution authorizing Mayor to enter into license agreement with MBTA for South Elm St MassWorks project, 8-0.
• Approved year-end budget transfers totaling $1,723,000, 8-0.
• Approved transfer of $390,000 from Water Department Expense to Water Meter Replacement Capital Project, 8-0.
• Approved appointments, including Kalister Green-Byrd to Haverhill Housing Authority, 8-0.
• Scheduled hearings for 45 Wingate St (Aug 17) and 85 Water St (Sept 28) petitions, 8-0 each.
• Approved event permits for Art Festival (Sept 22) and River Ruckus (Sept 25) with police approval, 8-0 each.

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission is meeting in person to handle routine business, including approving minutes and continued items. The only specific application listed is a one-day beer and wine license for a Bradford Swim Club memorial fundraiser organized by Bridget Clifford. Other agenda items are general categories with no details provided.

• One-day liquor license for beer and wine only: Bradford Swim Club Memorial Fundraiser, organizer Bridget Clifford

The board approved the June 2021 warrant of $2,445,197.10 and moved two disability applications (Paul Bourque and Jennifer Sweeney) for further medical clarification. It also discussed the Teamsters Union Local 170 agreement, requesting changes, and voted to pay MTRS liability excluding three members pending eligibility determination. New member enrollments, refunds, transfers, and retirements were approved.

• Approved June 2021 Warrant #06-2021 for $2,445,197.10 (5-0).
• Moved Paul Bourque's accidental disability application for further clarification (4-1).
• Moved Jennifer Sweeney's accidental disability application for further medical panel clarification (4-1).
• Requested changes to Teamsters Union Local 170 agreement; approval contingent on union acceptance (4-1).
• Approved MTRS 3(8)c payment, excluding Roland Boucher, Sandra Hartung, Kathleen Niermeyer pending eligibility (4-0, 1 abstain).
• Approved new member enrollments for Erin Locke, Lisa Beaulieu, Michael Flood, Keith Letourneau (4-1).
• Approved refunds for Kathy White ($1,224.74) and Roberta Monroe ($6,696.56) (5-0).
• Approved transfers for Brad Dicenzo ($22,552.63) and Daniel Tomasz ($50,254.35) (5-0).

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission will hold a virtual and in-person meeting to review several license applications, including a one-day liquor license for River Ruckus, new entertainment licenses for Mi Isla and Trianna's Real Mexican Food, and an outdoor dining request from Olympia Social Club. They will also discuss a transfer of a package store license for Racing Mart and a communication from the Attorney General regarding last drink times for The Tap and 110 Grill.

• One-day liquor license for River Ruckus on Sept 25, 2021 at Washington St riverfront parking lot
• New entertainment license for Mi Isla at 741 South Main St
• Amendment to entertainment license for Trianna's Real Mexican Food at 30 Emerson St
• Outdoor dining approval for Olympia Social Club at 58 Kenoza Ave
• Transfer of package store license for Racing Mart at 402 Amesbury Rd

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting to consider a zoning amendment requiring 10% of units in all housing projects be affordable, along with several budget and funding orders including a $500,000 transfer from cannabis impact fees to a youth/mental health fund. The council will also hear from the retiring police chief, consider a $60,000 funding request for MakeIt Haverhill, and take action on easements for the Route 110/108 intersection project.

• Zoning amendment to add Inclusionary Zoning (Section 8.3) requiring 10% affordable units in all housing projects; referred to Planning Board with hearing set for Sept 21
• Order to appropriate $500,000 from Cannabis Local Impact Fees to Youth Activity/Mental Health Stabilization Fund for FY2022
• Order to dedicate 40% of Cannabis Local Impact Fee revenue to the Youth Activity/Mental Health Stabilization Fund
• Order of Taking and easement acquisitions for Route 110/108 intersection improvements, with $30,120 transfer from capital accounts
• Request for $60,000 city funding from MakeIt Haverhill for a full-time employee and operating expenses

The Haverhill City Council approved the FY2022 budget of $208,510,412 as amended, with a 5-4 vote. A proposal to dedicate 40% of Cannabis Local Impact Fee revenue to a Youth Activity/Mental Health Stabilization Fund failed, but the council passed a substitute order to create the fund and appropriate up to $500,000 from other sources if needed. The council also approved a $13.9M loan order for water and sewer improvements and a zoning amendment requiring 10% affordable housing in new projects.

• Approved FY2022 budget of $208,510,412 as amended (5-4 vote)
• Failed to dedicate 40% of Cannabis Local Impact Fees to Youth Activity/Mental Health Stabilization Fund (5-4, needed 2/3)
• Passed order creating Youth Activity/Mental Health Stabilization Fund and appropriating up to $500,000 from other sources if cannabis fees fall short
• Approved $13,885,675 loan order for water and sewer system improvements
• Passed zoning amendment requiring 10% of units in housing projects be affordable
• Approved orders for taking and easements for Route 110/108 intersection improvements
• Approved $30,120 transfer for Route 110/108 easements
• Confirmed Kevin McCarthy to Rocks Village Historic District Commission

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting to continue work on the FY2022 budget, including a $208.5 million general fund appropriation and separate appropriations for water and wastewater departments. The council will also set revolving fund budgets, consider new water and wastewater rates effective July 1, 2021, and review an event permit application for a downtown boardwalk event.

• FY22 budget appropriation of $208,510,412
• $45,000 transfer from Hospital Trust Funds to General Fund
• Water Dept appropriation of $11,261,618
• Wastewater Dept appropriation of $12,802,632
• Event permit for Merrimack Valley Black and Brown Voices on Downtown Haverhill Boardwalk, June 27

City Council

The Haverhill City Council approved a new Solid Waste & Host Agreement with Covanta Haverhill Associates, extending the contract through June 30, 2026, with a five-year renewal option to 2031. The agreement locks in disposal costs and host payments to the city, with first-year net revenue estimated at about $1.25 million plus taxes. The council also approved a license agreement for Plum Island Kayak, a resolution to submit a Statement of Interest for the J.G. Whittier School, and a $13.9 million loan order for water and sewer improvements, among other items.

• Approved the Solid Waste & Host Agreement with Covanta Haverhill Associates, extending the contract to June 30, 2026, with a five-year renewal option to 2031.
• Approved a Boardwalk/Dock/Booth License Agreement with Plum Island Kayak, Inc. for use of the Boardwalk and Dock adjacent to Riverfront Park.
• Approved a resolution authorizing the Superintendent to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) to the Mass School Building Authority for the J.G. Whittier School.
• Approved a $13,885,675 loan order for improvements to the water distribution and sewer systems.
• Approved a resolution authorizing the Mayor to submit the amended Consolidated Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
• Approved a Commercial Lease with Temple Emanu-el for space at 514 Main St for a 3-year term with a 2-year renewal option.
• Granted a special permit administrative correction for 42 Lafayette, LLC, identifying the proposed structure as a 4-story building.
• Postponed the water and wastewater rates order and all FY22 budget items to the June 22, 2021 meeting.

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board voted unanimously to set aside $2 million for a monthly balance in the PRIT Fiscal 2022 Automatic Redemption and Monthly Maintenance Balance for benefit payments. They also approved depositing future appropriations into the PRIT General Fund, accepted the May 2021 warrant of $2,356,878.81, and denied the GTI 8 partnership extension. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $2M monthly balance in PRIT Fiscal 2022 Automatic Redemption (5-0)
• Approved depositing appropriations into PRIT General Fund (5-0)
• Approved May 2021 Warrant #05-2021 for $2,356,878.81 (5-0)
• Denied GTI 8 partnership extension (5-0)
• Approved new member enrollments for six Haverhill Public Schools employees (5-0)
• Approved buybacks, refunds, rollovers, transfers, and retirements as listed (5-0)
• Approved continuing Zoom meetings if allowed by state (5-0)
• Approved attendance at Spring MACRS Virtual Conference (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering a special permit application (CCSP-21-7) for a multi-story residential building with 293 units at 0 Railroad Avenue in Bradford. The property is owned by the City of Haverhill, and the applicant is Michael J. Migliori of Procopio Companies. The building inspector has approved the requested waivers, and the Water Department has outlined conditions including water system flow tests, new service lines, and fees to be paid by the owner.

• Special permit application CCSP-21-7 for 293 residential units at 0 Railroad Avenue
• Building Inspector Tom Bridgewater approves requested waivers
• Water Department requires flow test, new 12-inch water main tap, and discontinuation of existing services
• Owner must file water service applications and pay all fees
• Plumbing plans must be submitted for backflow device review

The City Council approved a special permit for PE Partners LLC to build 290 apartments and about 6,500 sq ft of retail on Railroad Avenue, including the former Skateland site, with several conditions. Conditions include $250,000 for lights on the north side of the Comeau Bridge, call boxes on the rail trail, and traffic improvements in place before occupancy permits. The vote was 8-1, with President Barrett dissenting. The council also placed the FY22 budget orders on file and approved two school building applications.

• Approved special permit for 290-unit Railroad Ave development (8-1, Barrett nay)
• Approved conditions: $250,000 for Comeau Bridge lights, call boxes on rail trail, traffic improvements before occupancy
• Placed FY22 budget orders on file (9-0)
• Approved MSBA applications for Moody School renovations and Silver Hill School roof (9-0)
• Postponed remote meeting participation proposal to next meeting (9-0)
• Approved removal of handicap parking space at 58 Webster St (9-0)
• Approved HHS Wrestling tag days June 12-13 (9-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will consider the FY2022 annual budget of $208,510,412, along with separate appropriations for the Water and Wastewater Departments and revolving funds. They will also discuss the purchase of 97 Corliss Hill Rd under Chapter 61A, hear updates on COVID-19, and consider various licenses and appointments.

• FY2022 budget order: $208,510,412 appropriation, funded by taxation, free cash, ARPA transfer, and other receipts
• Water Department budget: $100,261,618 appropriation, funded by water revenue and retained earnings
• Wastewater Department budget: $12,802,632 appropriation, funded by wastewater revenue and retained earnings
• Right of first refusal to purchase 97 Corliss Hill Rd under M.G.L. Chapter 61A
• One-day beer & wine license for Longest Table event on Wingate St, Aug 19, 2021, with fee waiver request

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved several items, including selecting KP Law as labor relations attorney, approving the 2020 Annual Statement, and accepting new member enrollments and retirements. The board also approved amendments to investment funds and a 2-year IT service agreement. Buybacks and refunds were tabled until the June 8 meeting.

• Selected KP Law for labor relations legal services (5-0)
• Approved 2020 Annual Statement (5-0)
• Approved Globespan V fund amendment extending to Dec 31, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Global Forest Partners World Timber Fund board election request (5-0)
• Approved April 2021 warrant of $2,428,903.81 (5-0)
• Approved new member enrollments for four individuals (5-0)
• Approved retirements for three individuals (5-0)
• Approved 2-year IT service agreement with Boston Systems & Solutions (5-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting to consider a special permit for converting the existing 7-story building at 86 Essex Street into 42 rental apartments with ground-floor commercial space. The council will also hear an update on the city's COVID-19 response, review the assessor's report, and confirm appointments to the Merrimack Street Redevelopment Committee. Several license renewals and other routine items are on the agenda.

• Special permit CCSP 21-6 for RISE Construction to restore 86 Essex St into 42 apartments and commercial space
• Appointment of Merrimack Street Redevelopment Committee members
• Assessor's report for April 2021
• Renewals for various licenses including taxi, pawnbroker, and fortune teller
• Discussion of future EV charging station options

The Haverhill City Council approved a special permit for RISE Development to restore the derelict 7-story building at 86 Essex Street into 42 rental apartments with ground-floor commercial space, including 20% affordable units. The approval includes conditions requiring the MVRTA parking lease to be in perpetuity and in RISE's name, and prohibits residents from requesting parking passes. The vote was 6-1, with Council President Barrett dissenting.

• Approved special permit CCSP 21-6 for 86 Essex St restoration (6-1, Barrett nay)
• Added conditions: MVRTA lease in perpetuity, RISE name on lease, no parking passes for residents
• Placed on file: Mayor's COVID-19 update, Assessor's April report, Merrimack Street Redevelopment Committee appointments
• Designated Merrimack Street Redevelopment Committee members as Special Municipal Employees (7-0)
• Approved drainlayer license for Adam Piccirilli (7-0)
• Adopted proclamation for National School Nurses Day (7-0)
• Referred stop sign request at Brown and Adams Streets to Traffic & Safety Committee
• Sent letters to Mayor on EV charging stations and HC Media broadcast quality

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission will hold a virtual and in-person meeting on May 6, 2021, to review and vote on various license applications, including one-day liquor licenses, entertainment, common victualler, outdoor dining, and alcohol/ABCC applications. The agenda also includes a discussion on amending city code to remove commission approval for TIPS programs, and a show cause hearing. Most items are routine applications, but several are pending additional documentation.

• One-day liquor license for L'Arche Boston North (The Longest Table) at 53 Wingate St, Aug 19, 2021, 6-9 PM, with police conditions
• New entertainment license for La Lechonera at 145 Winter St (radio, TV, amplified music, karaoke, DJ), pending certificate of occupancy
• New common victualler license for La Lechonera at 145 Winter St
• Outdoor dining applications for Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant (2 Essex St) and Keon's Bistro (105 Washington St)
• New wine and malt license for The Fat Greek (15 Washington St), pending ABCC approval and other documents

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will consider a license agreement for a picnic area in Bradford Square, a police patrolman's contract with salary changes, and a site plan for an 18-unit residential building. They will also discuss parking restrictions, various license renewals, and committee requests.

• License agreement for outdoor picnic area at Bradford Square (Map 722, Block 655, Lot 3)
• Memorandum of Agreement with Haverhill Police Patrolman's Association (3-year, 1.75% annual raises)
• Site Plan Review for 18-unit residential building at 15 Middlesex St
• Parking restriction on south side of Pentucket Street
• Appointment of Christine Webb to Board of Assessors

The Haverhill City Council approved a special permit for a major site plan review to construct an 18-unit residential building at 15 Middlesex Street, formerly the Arthur Sharp Hardware Store, in the Waterfront District F. The approval was passed as amended with a condition requiring sewer service connection downstream of the building, per a letter from Robert Ward. Councillors Bevilacqua and President Barrett voted against, citing concerns about waivers, parking, and building height. The council also approved a license agreement for a picnic area, placed several items on file, and granted various license renewals.

• Approved special permit for 18-unit residential building at 15 Middlesex St (6-2)
• Added condition to sewer connection for 15 Middlesex St project (8-0)
• Approved license agreement with Mary F. Paszko for outdoor picnic area (8-0)
• Placed police patrolman's MOA and salary ordinance on file (8-0)
• Placed parking restriction on Pentucket Street on file (8-0)
• Granted handicap parking sign renewals for Cristina Perez and Eleanor Raymond (7-0)
• Granted drainlayer license renewals for Charles Zaher and James Boraczek (7-0)
• Granted taxi driver license renewals and new license (8-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting to decide on several special permits, including a solar energy system and a home-to-three-family conversion, and to consider a Home Rule Petition allowing a 32-year-old EMT to take the police officer civil service exam despite the age limit. The agenda also includes a bond order for parking kiosks, a salary ordinance for the Water Purification Group, and a recommendation on the Hannah Duston statue.

• Special Permit CCSP 21-5: Convert garage to 3-family dwelling at 52 Salem St
• Special Permit CCSP 21-8: Large-scale ground-mounted solar at 139 Amesbury Line Rd
• Home Rule Petition for Brigitte Hamel to take police exam despite age limit
• Bond Order $363,874 for parking kiosks in Central Business Parking District
• Recommendation to keep Hannah Duston statue in GAR Park and allow Abenaki memorial

The Haverhill City Council approved a special permit for Mazraany Construction to convert a former funeral home at 52 Salem St into a three-family dwelling, with conditions including a permanent buffer on the left side. The council also passed a $368,874 bond order for parking kiosks, approved a home rule petition for Brigitte Hamel to take the police exam despite the age limit, and recommended the Hannah Duston statue remain in GAR Park with an Abenaki memorial.

• Approved special permit for 3-family conversion at 52 Salem St (9-0, as amended)
• Passed $368,874 bond order for parking kiosks (7-2, Bevilacqua and McGonagle abstained)
• Approved home rule petition for Brigitte Hamel to take police exam (9-0)
• Recommended Hannah Duston statue remain in GAR Park, with Abenaki memorial (9-0)
• Granted Garden Club plant sale permit for May 22 (9-0)
• Granted farmer's market permit for June 26-Oct 30 (8-1, Jordan abstained)
• Approved salary ordinance for Water Purification Group (9-0)
• Referred Pentucket St parking and Highland Ave stop sign requests to Traffic & Safety Committee

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved the March 2021 warrant ($2,463,689.86) and the estimated April 2021 warrant ($2,500,000.00), both by 5-0 votes. The board also approved the budget as presented by a 4-1 vote, with Poore dissenting. Several personnel actions were approved unanimously, including new member enrollments, buybacks, refunds, transfers, and retirements. Items related to a labor relations attorney and the retirement assistant position were postponed to the June 8, 2021 meeting.

• Approved March 2021 warrant #03-2021 for $2,463,689.86 (5-0)
• Approved estimated April 2021 warrant for $2,500,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved budget as presented (4-1, Poore no)
• Approved new member enrollments for 12 individuals (5-0)
• Approved buyback for John W. Woolfe for $15,117.53 (5-0)
• Approved refunds totaling $75,385.45 for five individuals (5-0)
• Approved transfers for Heidys Mendez and Kellie Fiore (5-0)
• Approved retirements for Beverly McGillicuddy and Cathleen Chambers (5-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will consider a salary ordinance and memorandum of agreement with the Water Purification Group union, providing 1.75% raises over three years. They will also hold a public hearing on a major site plan and special permit for 290 apartments and retail space on Railroad Ave, and discuss several other permits and appointments.

• Salary ordinance and MOA with Water Purification Group: 1.75% raises effective 7/1/2019, 7/1/2020, 7/1/2021; total cost $28,458
• Public hearing for 290-unit apartment complex and 6,500 sq ft retail on Railroad Ave (PE Realty Partners, LLC) - scheduled May 18, 2021
• Special permit for 7-lot subdivision at 1240 Boston Rd (David O'Leary, Boston Haverhill LLC) - postponed from March 30
• National Grid pole and wire location on Crosby St Ext for two new homes
• CNA 558 River St requests extending closing time from 6PM to 8PM Mon-Wed

The Haverhill City Council approved a special permit for a 7-lot subdivision at 1240 Boston Road, including six lots for triplex townhouse condos and one for the existing single-family home, with conditions such as a 6-foot fence along a neighbor's property line. The vote was 6-3. The council also continued a National Grid pole hearing to May 4, rescheduled a site plan review for 290 apartments to May 25, and granted several licenses and appointments.

• Approved special permit for 7-lot subdivision at 1240 Boston Rd (6-3)
• Continued National Grid pole hearing to May 4, 2021 (9-0)
• Rescheduled hearing for 290-unit apartment project to May 25, 2021 (9-0)
• Granted taxi driver license renewals for David McLaughlin and Lynn Lassor (8-0)
• Granted tag day permit to Riverside Bradford (8-0)
• Passed ordinance removing no-parking restriction on Curtis St (9-0)
• Adopted proclamations for Armenian Holy Martyrs' Day and Holocaust Remembrance (9-0)
• Approved letter to Public Works about crosswalk painting (5-4)

City Council

The City Council will review a bond order to purchase parking kiosks for the Central Business Parking District and consider a residential conversion project at 1 Water St. The meeting also includes discussions on COVID-19 updates and various license renewals.

• Bond Order to appropriate $363,874.00 for Central Business Parking District kiosks
• Special permit modification for 1 Water St to convert commercial area into 8 residential units
• Order to transfer $16,800 from Budget Reserve to Inspectional and Health Department salaries
• Order to transfer $40,000.00 from Water Department Insurance to Water Expense Account
• Application for Ciderfest NE event at Dempsey Boardwalk on June 24, 2021

The City Council denied a request to modify a special permit to convert commercial space into five additional residential units at 1 Water St, despite an amendment to reduce the commercial space reduction. The council also approved a $363,874 bond order for parking kiosks, granted a cider tasting event permit, and approved several budget transfers.

• Denied modification of special permit to convert commercial space to 5 residential units at 1 Water St (motion failed 2-6).
• Approved $363,874 bond order to purchase parking kiosks for Central Business District.
• Granted Ciderfeast NE cider tasting event on Dempsey Boardwalk, pending department approvals and insurance bond.
• Approved $16,800 transfer for Inspectional Services Group union contract costs.
• Approved $40,000 transfer from Water Department Insurance to Water Expense accounts.
• Approved payment of prior year bill to United Site Services ($367.66).
• Referred handicap parking sign applications for Richard Broadnax and Leonidas Fernandez to engineer; granted renewal for Amber Vine.
• Adopted proclamations for Donate Life Month and Autism Awareness Month.

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement with Edwards Vacuum Technologies for a new innovation center on Creek Brook Drive, which is expected to bring 250 jobs. The agenda also includes several public hearings, including a special permit for a 7-lot subdivision at 1240 Boston Rd and a restoration project at 86 Essex St, along with various license renewals and appointments.

• Resolution authorizing TIF agreement with Edwards Vacuum LLC for new facility on Creek Brook Drive (121,569 sq ft, 250 jobs)
• Special permit hearing for 7-lot subdivision with 6 triplex townhouse lots at 1240 Boston Rd (CCSP-21-3)
• Special permit hearing for restoration of 7-story building at 86 Essex St into 42 rental apartments (CCSP 21-6)
• National Grid pole and wire hearing for two new homes on Crosby St. Ext
• Ordinance to delete handicap parking space at 37 Curtis St

The Haverhill City Council approved a resolution supporting a tax increment financing (TIF) agreement for Edwards Vacuum Technologies' new 150,000-square-foot R&D center, which is expected to bring 200 jobs. The council also scheduled a May 11 hearing for a special permit to convert the 7-story building at 86 Essex St. into 42 rental apartments with ground-floor commercial space. A request to continue a special permit hearing for a 7-lot subdivision at 1240 Boston Rd. was granted, moving it to April 13. The council also approved a motion requiring licensed marijuana establishments to submit written requests for permit changes to the council.

• Approved resolution authorizing mayor to submit EDIP documents for Edwards Vacuum Technologies TIF (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled May 11 hearing for special permit CCSP 21-6 for 86 Essex St. apartment conversion (9-0)
• Continued special permit hearing for 1240 Boston Rd. subdivision to April 13 (9-0)
• Approved motion requiring marijuana establishments to request permit changes in writing (7-1, 1 abstention)
• Granted All In Energy banner on Goecke Parking Deck April 19-May 3 (9-0)
• Approved letter to mayor requesting re-establishment of Sustainability Committee (9-0)
• Approved letter to mayor requesting conference on ARPA spending (9-0)
• Passed ordinance amending parking restrictions on Curtis Street (9-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council meets to hear a COVID-19 update from the mayor, receive a presentation on the Little River dam, and set hearings for two development applications. They will also discuss several ordinances and communications, including dog waste fines, downtown parking, and a handicap space removal.

• Special permit application for 3-family dwelling at 52 Salem St (former funeral home), hearing April 27
• Site plan review for 18-unit residential building at 15 Middlesex St, hearing May 4
• Ordinance to delete 3 parking spaces for Veterans' Clinic patrons in Merrimack Street Parking Lot
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 222 on temporary outdoor dining
• Discussion on dog waste fines on Brian Dempsey boardwalk and James Fiorentini rail trail

The Haverhill City Council passed a temporary outdoor dining ordinance allowing restaurants to expand into private property and public areas through November 1, 2021. The council also approved a parking restriction change for the Merrimack Street lot, scheduled hearings for two special permit applications, and referred a dog waste discussion to the Public Safety Committee. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the parking ordinance.

• Passed temporary outdoor dining ordinance (9-0)
• Passed ordinance removing Veteran's Clinic parking restriction at Merrimack Street lot (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled hearing for special permit to convert 52 Salem St to three-family dwelling (9-0)
• Scheduled hearing for site plan review for 18-unit building at 15 Middlesex St (9-0)
• Referred dog waste discussion to Public Safety Committee (9-0)
• Referred removal of handicap parking space at 37 Curtis St to Engineering (9-0)
• Adopted Greek Independence Day proclamation (9-0)
• Approved revised City Council Rules and Regulations (8-0, 1 abstention)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved February and estimated March warrants, voted to send a disability application to a medical panel, and approved hiring a consultant for the 2020 Annual Statement. It also re-issued an RFP for a labor relations attorney after receiving no responses, and moved several agenda items to the April meeting.

• Approved February 2021 Warrant #02-2021 for $2,508,570.37 (4-0, MacDonald absent)
• Approved estimated March 2021 warrant for $2,500,000.00 (5-0)
• Voted to send Paul Bourque's accidental disability application to medical panel (4-0, MacDonald absent)
• Re-issued RFP for Labor Relations Attorney after zero responses (5-0)
• Approved new member enrollments for six individuals (5-0)
• Approved refunds totaling $7,966.49 for three individuals (5-0)
• Approved transfer for Kim Ridley of $72,548.63 to MTRS (5-0)
• Approved hiring consultant for 2020 Annual Statement with max $7,500 (4-1, Poore no)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including proposed amendments to the Zoning Act (Chapter 255), a special permit modification to convert commercial space into 8 residential units at 1 Water St, and a new downtown parking plan. The agenda also includes routine items like license renewals, an abatement report, and a bond order for a new DPW truck.

• Public hearing on amendments to Zoning Chapter 255, including changes to sign area, residential deck height, and electronic filing
• Petition to modify special permit at 1 Water St to convert first-floor commercial area into 8 residential units (total from 164 to 172), hearing set for April 6
• Bond order to borrow $184,810 for a dump/sander/plow truck for the Department of Public Works
• Discussion on rollout of new downtown parking plan
• Ordinance to prohibit parking on Curtis St from Arch St easterly to end, both sides

The Haverhill City Council approved technical amendments to the Zoning Act (Chapter 255), including renaming 'Special Rural' to 'Rural Special' and incorporating additional amendments from the City Solicitor. The council also voted to send a letter to the Mayor requesting a delay of the new downtown parking plan, citing the need for more time to install kiosks and signage. Additionally, a home rule petition for Eric M. Cyr to take the firefighter civil service exam was sent to the Legislature, and a $184,810 bond order for a DPW truck was passed.

• Approved zoning amendments to Chapter 255, renaming 'Special Rural' to 'Rural Special' (9-0)
• Approved amendments to zoning ordinance as per Solicitor Cox's Feb 26 letter (9-0)
• Sent letter to Mayor to delay new downtown parking plan (9-0)
• Sent home rule petition for Eric M. Cyr to Legislature (9-0)
• Passed $184,810 bond order for DPW dump/sander/plow truck (9-0)
• Referred residential zoning discussion to Planning & Development Committee (9-0)
• Adopted International Women's Day proclamation (9-0)
• Adopted Irish-American Heritage Month proclamation (9-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission is meeting to review applications for new entertainment and common victualler licenses for two local restaurants. The agenda includes a show cause hearing for Oriental Gardens regarding overserving and a notice of ownership change for Friendly's Restaurants. The body will also discuss streamlining the common victualler application process.

• New entertainment and common victualler license applications for Triana’s Real Mexican Food at 30 Emerson St.
• New entertainment and common victualler license applications for River Street Café at 558 River St.
• Show cause hearing for Oriental Gardens at 400 Lowell Ave regarding overserving.
• Notice that Friendly’s Restaurants Co LLC acquired Friendly’s Restaurants LLC on December 31, 2020.
• Discussion on streamlining the common victualler application process.

City Council

The City Council will review a recommendation from Mayor Fiorentini to waive the city's right to purchase 97 Corliss Hill Road. The 22.45-acre property is being sold by Mark and Daniel Byra to Ryan Norman for $400,000.

• Relinquishment of Right of First Refusal for 97 Corliss Hill Rd (22.45 acres)
• Petition for a Watershed Special Permit for 11 single-family homes at 0 Brandy Brow Road
• Ordinance to delete three designated parking spaces in Merrim May Street Parking Lot
• Ordinance to amend City Code regarding temporary outdoor dining
• Renewal of various licenses including Hawker Peddlers, Coin-Op, and Taxi Driver licenses

The Haverhill City Council voted 3-6 against a motion to relinquish the city's right of first refusal for the 22.45-acre property at 97 Corliss Hill Road, meaning the city will not waive its option to purchase. The council also approved several routine items, including minutes, license renewals, and a continuance for a watershed special permit hearing. Two ordinances were placed on file for 10 days: one removing a parking restriction for a veterans clinic and another establishing a temporary outdoor dining program.

• Relinquishing right of first refusal at 97 Corliss Hill Rd denied (3-6)
• Minutes of prior meeting approved (9-0)
• Bow hunter tree stand permitting referred to Natural Resources and Public Property Committee (9-0)
• Watershed special permit for 0 Brandy Brow Rd continued ~2 months (9-0)
• Coin-op license renewal for Academy Lanes granted (9-0)
• Exterior vending machine renewals for Redbox at 8 locations granted (9-0)
• Ordinance removing Merrimack Street parking restriction placed on file 10 days (9-0)
• Temporary outdoor dining ordinance placed on file 10 days (9-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting virtually to discuss a COVID-19 update, a proposed expansion of the Downtown Market Rate Incentive Zone, a special permit for a 7-lot subdivision, and various licenses and orders. The agenda includes several routine items such as license renewals and bill payments, alongside more substantive actions like a bond order for a new DPW truck and a feasibility study for a high school roof project.

• Mayor requests to expand Downtown Market Rate Incentive Zone under HDIP
• Special permit hearing for 7-lot subdivision at 1240 Boston Rd (6 triplex townhouse lots, 1 existing home)
• Bond order: $184,810 for DPW dump/sander/plow truck
• Appropriate $60,000 for MSBA feasibility study for Haverhill High School roof replacement
• Order to accept G.L. c. 152 s. 69 sick leave provision

The City Council voted unanimously to expand the Downtown Market Rate Incentive Zone to include Lafayette Square and lower River Street, as requested by the Mayor. The council also approved a $60,000 feasibility study for a partial roof replacement at Haverhill High School, and passed an order allowing employees to use sick leave to supplement workers' compensation payments, effective March 1, 2021. A $184,810 bond order for a new DPW dump/sander/plow truck was placed on file for 10 days, and a request for a status update on city and school building maintenance was tabled to the March 16 meeting.

• Approved expansion of the Downtown Market Rate Incentive Zone to include Lafayette Square and lower River Street (9-0).
• Approved $60,000 for a feasibility study/schematic design of the Haverhill High School roof replacement project (9-0).
• Passed an order to accept G.L. Chapter 152, Section 69, allowing sick leave to supplement workers' compensation, effective March 1, 2021 (9-0).
• Approved payment of bills totaling $9,130.02 for parking deck engineering and HR/employee benefits (9-0).
• Placed on file for 10 days a $184,810 bond order to acquire a DPW dump/sander/plow truck (9-0).
• Tabled to March 16 a request for a status update on city and school building maintenance projects (8-0, 1 absent).
• Referred discussion of accidents at Route 125 and 121 to the Traffic & Safety Committee and MassDOT (9-0).
• Approved a pre-budget hearing for City Council and School Committee to address city resiliency and COVID-19 lessons (9-0).

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting virtually to consider several financial and contractual items, including two salary reserve transfers totaling $711,001 to fund retroactive pay and FY21 contract costs, and a Memorandum of Agreement with the Teamsters Inspectional & Nursing Services Group that includes wage increases and a change to 40-hour work weeks for inspectors. The council will also hear a COVID-19 update from the mayor, discuss zoning amendments, and consider various license renewals and appointments.

• Transfer $478,670 from Salary Reserve for retroactive pay increases per FY20 & FY21 contracts
• Transfer $232,331 from Salary Reserve for remaining FY21 costs of approved contracts
• Memorandum of Agreement with Teamsters Inspectional & Nursing Services Group: 1.75% raises each year, 35 to 40-hour weeks for inspectors, $300 hazardous pay stipend
• Zoning ordinance amendment to Chapter 255, referred to Planning Board with hearing March 9
• Mayor Fiorentini to give COVID-19 crisis update

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission will hold a virtual meeting to approve minutes from December 3, 2020, and consider various license applications. Notable items include an outdoor dining application from Moonshiners Lounge LLC and a used car dealer license application from G & J Wholesale LLC. The agenda also lists routine items such as one-day, entertainment, and common victualler applications, but no specific details are provided for those items.

• Outdoor dining application: Moonshiners Lounge LLC, 103 Washington St, Bernard Goulet, manager, March 1 to October 31 or as allowed per COVID regulations
• Used car dealer license: G & J Wholesale LLC, 162 River St, Jennifer Frampton, manager, most approvals received, business occupancy in progress
• Approval of regular meeting minutes of December 3, 2020
• Miscellaneous applications/requests, one-day applications, entertainment applications, common victualler applications (no details listed)
• Alcohol/ABCC applications, carry-in license applications, show cause hearing (no details listed)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission met virtually on February 4, 2021, and approved all items on the agenda. They unanimously approved the minutes from the December 3, 2020 meeting, an outdoor dining application for Moonshiners Lounge LLC, and a used car dealer license for G & J Wholesale LLC. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of December 3, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor dining application for Moonshiners Lounge LLC, 103 Washington St, from March 1 to October 31 or as allowed per COVID regulations (unanimous)
• Approved used car dealer license for G & J Wholesale LLC, 162 River St (unanimous)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will hold public hearings on two special permit petitions: one to convert a mixed-use building at 149 Washington St into 5 residential units, and another for 11 single-family homes at 0 Brandy Brow Road. The council will also receive a COVID-19 update from the mayor, hear a progress report on Merrimack River cleanup, and consider several appointments and license renewals.

• Special permit for 5 residential units at 149 Washington St (Washington 149 LLC) — parking variance for 7 spaces vs 7.5 required
• Watershed special permit for 11 single-family homes at 0 Brandy Brow Road (D & D Realty Trust) — requested continuance to March 2, 2021
• Mayor Fiorentini to give COVID-19 crisis update
• Appointments to Mayor's Task Force on Public Health and Plug Pond Advisory Committee
• Annual license renewals including drainlayer, taxi, and hawker/peddler licenses

The City Council approved a special permit for Timothy Woodland and Washington 149 LLC to convert the first-floor commercial space at 149 Washington St into three additional residential units, creating a total of five units. The vote was 6-3, with conditions including the Planning Director's January 29, 2021 letter and department head letters. A separate watershed special permit for 11 homes at 0 Brandy Brow Road was continued to March 2, 2021. The council also passed two parking restriction ordinances for Summer Street and adopted a Black History Month proclamation.

• Approved special permit for 5 residential units at 149 Washington St (6-3)
• Continued watershed special permit for 11 homes at 0 Brandy Brow Road to March 2, 2021 (9-0)
• Passed no-parking ordinance on Summer Street in front of No. 103 (9-0)
• Passed no-parking ordinance on Summer Street in front of No. 58 (9-0)
• Adopted Black History Month proclamation (9-0)
• Referred parking space review at Goecke Garage to Parking Commission (9-0)
• Referred parking minimum requirements review to Administration & Finance Committee (9-0)
• Approved minutes of prior meeting (8-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is meeting virtually to consider a revised site plan for 48 market-rate condos in the Waterfront Zoning District, along with routine reports, appointments, and license renewals. They will also vote on accepting a water pumping station and approving bill payments.

• Site Plan Review for 48 market-rate condos at 38 Railroad St (Document 114)
• Order to accept ownership of Crystal Springs Water Booster Pumping Station at 806 North Broadway
• Order to pay bills totaling $16,684 to vendors including Matrix Consulting Group ($14,240)
• Transfer $2,900 from Capital Budget for Veterans Banner Program
• Ordinances to add handicap parking spaces at 103 Summer St and 58 Webster St

The Haverhill City Council approved a site plan review for a 48-unit market-rate condominium development at 38 Railroad St, with a 6-3 vote. The applicant agreed to reduce the project from 48 to 45 units after a councilor's request. The council also confirmed a Cultural Council appointment, granted licenses, and passed several orders and ordinances.

• Approved 48-unit condo development at 38 Railroad St (6-3)
• Confirmed Kaitlin Wright to Cultural Council (7-0)
• Granted hawker peddler license to Wade Dempsey (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Granted second-hand dealer license to House of Pawn (7-0)
• Passed order to accept Water Booster Pumping Station at 806 North Broadway (7-0)
• Passed order to pay prior year bills totaling $16,684 (7-0)
• Passed order to transfer $2,900 for Veterans Banner Program (9-0)
• Passed parking ordinance for handicap space at 23-25 Nichols St (7-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board reviewed resumes and voted unanimously to form an interview committee for the Retirement Assistant position. The committee will virtually interview three candidates on Zoom. No action was taken on increasing temporary consultant hours, and discussion of Medicare Buy-In Program support was deferred to the next meeting.

• Formed interview committee for Retirement Assistant position (5-0)
• Approved virtual interviews for Ms. Patel, Ms. Conte, and Ms. Veins (5-0)
• No action on increasing temporary consultant hours
• Deferred Medicare Buy-In Program discussion to February 9, 2021 meeting

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will hold a virtual meeting on January 12, 2021, to consider a special permit for a 3-family residential building at 33 Eighth Avenue, along with several orders, appointments, and license renewals. The mayor will provide a COVID-19 update, and the council will vote on a resolution condemning the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The agenda also includes a land taking for watershed protection and a $25,000 budget transfer.

• Special permit for 3-family home at 33 Eighth Ave (Map 612, Block 497, Lots 19A & 20)
• Resolution condemning January 6, 2021 Capitol attack
• Order of taking for watershed protection at 0 Old Groveland Bridge Road (25 acres)
• Transfer $25,000 from Wastewater Salaries to Sewer & Drain Program
• Handicap parking space ordinance at 23-25 Nichols St

City Council

The Haverhill City Council meets virtually to elect officers, receive a COVID-19 update from the mayor, and consider appointments, licenses, and ordinances. Key items include confirming 2021 subordinate officer reappointments, establishing a Mayor's Task Force on Public Health for vaccine distribution, and a $586,555 loan order for the Plug Pond enhancement project.

• Reappointments: Alicia McOsker (Treasurer), William Cox (City Solicitor), Michael Stankovich (Tree Warden) for one year
• Mayor's Task Force on Public Health appointments for COVID-19 vaccine distribution
• Plug Pond Advisory Committee appointments
• Loan order for $586,555 to fund Plug Pond Public Enhancement Project
• Ordinance to add handicap parking space at 75 Fifth Avenue