Haverhill public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council voted 11-0 to adopt the Merrimack Valley Region Multi-hazard Mitigation Plan, enabling eligibility for federal and state emergency funding. Two loan orders were approved: $1.8 million for Phase 2 sewer separation and water main improvements on Locke Street, and $4.6 million for replacing two water booster pumping stations in Sherwood and Persimmon areas. A hearing on a large-scale solar field off Lovers Lane was continued without a vote.

• Adopted Merrimack Valley Region Multi-hazard Mitigation Plan (11-0)
• Approved $1.8M loan order for Phase 2 Locke Street sewer separation and water main improvements (11-0)
• Approved $4.6M loan order for Sherwood and Persimmon water booster pumping station replacements (11-0)
• Approved minutes of prior meeting (11-0)
• Heard presentation on $75,000 Cogswell Club grant to Haverhill Promise for Ignite reading tutoring at Tilton Elementary (no vote needed)
• Continued hearing on special permit for large-scale solar field off Lovers Lane (no vote taken)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved the FY25 budget, elected Anthony Haugh as chairman and Richard MacDonald as vice chairman, and approved warrants totaling over $5.7 million. The board also accepted new member enrollments, approved military service buybacks, and handled routine retirement and transfer items. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved FY25 budget as presented (4-0)
• Elected Anthony Haugh as chairman effective Jan 1, 2025 (3-0-1 abstention)
• Elected Richard MacDonald as vice chairman (3-0-1 abstention)
• Approved November 2024 warrant for $2,671,328.47 (4-0)
• Approved estimated December 2024 warrant for $3,100,000 (4-0)
• Approved 15 new member enrollments (4-0)
• Approved military service buybacks for Christopher Pagliuca ($13,834.45) and Devon Wildes ($18,923.20) (4-0 each)
• Approved retirements for Joan Provencher, Mary Cote, Maria Sanchez, and Timothy Rooney (4-0)

City Council

The City Council voted 9-0 to authorize the mayor to grant an easement to National Grid for an underground electric distribution system at 685 Washington Street, serving the new Consentino School. The Council also approved a no-parking ordinance on Stone Street, accepted the November abatement report, and authorized payment of prior-year bills totaling $1,882.57. Firefighters presented an update on the five-year staffing plan, noting progress but warning that grant funding will eventually run out.

• Approved easement to National Grid for underground electric at 685 Washington St for new Consentino School (9-0)
• Approved no-parking ordinance on Stone Street, north side, entire length (9-0)
• Accepted and placed on file the November 2024 abatement report (9-0)
• Authorized payment of prior-year bills totaling $1,882.57 (9-0)
• Approved minutes of prior meeting (9-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission will meet to approve minutes, the 2025 meeting schedule, and various annual license renewals. The commission will also hold show cause hearings for two establishments: The Fat Greek for failure to attend mandatory meetings, and 978 Lounge for an alleged liquor license violation. Additionally, a new all-alcohol license application for Damgeuda at 21 Washington Street will be considered.

• Show cause hearing for The Fat Greek (15 Washington St) for missing mandatory meetings
• Show cause hearing for 978 Lounge (103 Washington St) for alleged liquor license violation
• New §12 all-alcohol license application for Damgeuda (21 Washington St)
• Approval of 2025 entertainment, common victualler, liquor, and carry-in license renewals
• Approval of 2025 License Commission meeting schedule

The Haverhill License Commission voted unanimously to revoke the liquor license of ACF LLC, doing business as 978 Lounge at 103 Washington Street, after finding that an illegality (drug sale) occurred on the premises on October 31, 2024, while the establishment was on probation. The commission also approved numerous 2025 renewal applications for entertainment, common victualler, outdoor dining, liquor, motor vehicle, and carry-in licenses upon compliance, and granted a new entertainment license to The Lasting Room and a new all-alcohol license to Damgeuda. A show cause hearing against The Fat Greek was dismissed because its license was not renewed.

• Revoked liquor license for ACF LLC d/b/a 978 Lounge (2-0)
• Approved all 2025 entertainment renewal licenses upon compliance (2-0)
• Approved amendment to add karaoke at O' Yummy Asian Bistro (2-0)
• Approved new entertainment license for The Lasting Room (2-0)
• Approved all 2025 common victualler renewal applications upon compliance (2-0)
• Approved all 2025 outdoor dining renewal applications upon compliance (2-0)
• Approved all 2025 §12 and §15 liquor license renewals upon compliance (2-0)
• Approved new §12 all alcohol license for Damgeuda pending conditions (2-0)

City Council

The City Council voted 9-0 to refer the Mass Leads Act, a $4 billion state economic development bill, to the Planning and Development Committee for discussion with Haverhill's state delegation. The council also approved a home rule age waiver petition for a police officer candidate, continued a solar field hearing, and placed several union memoranda of agreement on file for 10 days.

• Referred $4B Mass Leads Act to Planning & Development Committee (9-0)
• Approved home rule age waiver petition for police officer candidate Freddy Castaneda (9-0)
• Continued large-scale solar field hearing off Lovers Lane to December 17, 2024 (9-0)
• Placed on file for 10 days MOA with Citizen Center union group (9-0)
• Placed on file for 10 days MOA with Water Department union group (9-0)
• Placed on file for 10 days MOA with Engineering union group (9-0)
• Approved Haverhill Christmas Stroll and Santa Parade event with fee waiver (9-0)
• Approved coin-operated amusement license renewals for four locations (9-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission will meet to review several applications for a new venue called The Lasting Room at 122 Washington Street, including an entertainment license, a common victualler license, and an all-alcohol license. The commission will also consider a new common victualler license for Otto Pizza at 251 Primrose Street. Other agenda items include approval of previous minutes, continued business, and public participation.

• The Lasting Room: new entertainment license for amplified music, DJ, karaoke, dancing, TV, and performers (Sunday 10am-1am, Monday-Thursday 8am-1am, Friday 8am-2am, Saturday 8am-1am) — pending police and entertainment zoning approval
• The Lasting Room: new common victualler license for same hours — pending occupancy
• The Lasting Room: new Section 12 all-alcohol license for same hours — pending 304 inspection, liquor liability, and TIPS certificates
• Otto Pizza (251 Primrose Street): new common victualler license for Sunday-Thursday 11:30am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 11:30am-11pm — water and treasurer approvals received

City Council

The City Council voted 6-4 to keep the residential tax factor at .9099 for FY2025, rejecting a higher shift to commercial properties. The decision means the average single-family tax bill will increase by about $365, down from an earlier estimate of $440. The Council also accepted a $10,000 gift from the American Legion for fire department public education, approved a Christmas wreath-making event, and placed stormwater ordinance and union MOA amendments on file for 10 days.

• Approved residential tax factor at .9099 for FY2025 (6-4)
• Accepted $10,000 gift from Wilbur M. Comeau Post 4 American Legion for Fire Department Public Education Division (10-0)
• Approved Christmas wreath-making workshop at 1 River Road on Nov 23 (10-0)
• Placed stormwater ordinance amendment (Chapter 219) on file for 10 days (10-0)
• Placed MOA with Inspectional & Nursing Services Group on file for 10 days (10-0)
• Placed MOA with City Hall Clerks Union Group on file for 10 days (10-0)
• Approved minutes of Oct 8 and Oct 29, 2024 meetings (10-0)
• Accepted October 2024 abatement report from City Assessor (10-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board voted to commit $3 million to the Pension Reserves Investment Trust (PRIT) 2025 Vintage Private Equity program. The board also approved a $2 million transfer from PRIT to cover benefit payments, approved warrants totaling over $5.2 million, and denied a firefighter stipend from being included in retirement calculations. All votes were 5-0 unless noted.

• Committed $3M to PRIT 2025 Vintage Private Equity program (5-0)
• Approved $2M transfer from PRIT to cover benefit payments (5-0)
• Approved October 2024 warrant for $2,565,696.98 (5-0)
• Approved estimated November 2024 warrant for $2,700,000 (5-0)
• Denied firefighter scheduling stipend from retirement calculation (5-0)
• Approved 91A payment plan for Dennis J. Moriarty: 9 months, $4,343.76 total (5-0)
• Approved new member enrollments for 22 employees (5-0)
• Approved military service buybacks for Bryan Bailey ($15,395.40) and Darrell Toth ($10,989.12) (5-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission will hold show cause hearings for 978 Lounge (alleged liquor license violations) and AMVETS (alleged overserving incident), and discuss four businesses' failure to attend mandatory license renewal meetings. The board will also consider new entertainment license applications for 978 Lounge, The Charcoal Pit, Damgeuda, and Delicioso Mix Kitchen.

• Show cause hearing continuation for 978 Lounge at 103 Washington Street over alleged violation of M.G.L. Ch 138 § 13
• New show cause hearing for 978 Lounge over alleged violation of 204 CMR 2.05 (illegality on premises) and M.G.L. Ch 138 §12
• Show cause hearing for AMVETS at 576 Primrose Street over alleged overserving incident on or about September 28, 2024
• Discussion of failure to attend mandatory liquor license renewal meetings for The Fat Greek, Crusttown, and The Hidden Pig
• New entertainment license applications for The Charcoal Pit Mediterranean Grill (84 Emerson Street), Damgeuda (21 Washington Street), and Delicioso Mix Kitchen (200 Main Street, Unit 1)

The meeting was largely procedural, with no final votes taken on the agenda items. Several entertainment license applications were presented but not voted on, pending approvals. Show cause hearings for 978 Lounge and AMVETS were continued or opened but not resolved.

• Minutes of October 3 and October 16, 2024, approved
• Entertainment license applications for The Charcoal Pit, Damgeuda, and Delicioso Mix Kitchen presented, no vote taken
• Show cause hearing for 978 Lounge (alleged liquor violations) continued
• Show cause hearing for AMVETS (alleged over-serving) opened, no final action
• Discussions on failure to attend liquor renewal for The Fat Greek, Crusttown, and The Hidden Pig held, no vote
• Applebee's request to use own safe service program discussed, no vote

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will vote on accepting the HERO Act ordinance to increase property tax exemptions for veterans and seniors, and hear a request to continue a large-scale solar field project on Lovers Lane. The council will also consider home rule petitions for two individuals seeking age waivers to apply for firefighter positions.

• Mayor Barrett requests approval of HERO Act ordinance to increase tax exemptions for veterans, seniors, and other qualifying groups (Clause 221).
• Petition from National Grid to construct underground electric conduits on Amesbury Line Road.
• Continued hearing for a large-scale solar field off Lovers Lane; applicant requests further continuance to December 3, 2024.
• Home rule petitions for Stephen Justice and Brittany Sproule seeking age waivers to take the firefighter civil service exam.
• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 240 restricting commercial vehicle parking in residential areas and increasing fines.

The City Council approved increased hourly rates for private snow plowing and salting contractors, including a new early signup bonus for most equipment classes. The rates reflect a 9% increase over three years to remain competitive with neighboring communities. The deadline for the 2024 early signup bonus was extended to November 28. Two councilors abstained from the vote.

• Approved amended snow plow rates with 9% increase and early signup bonus (9-0-2)
• Extended 2024 early signup bonus deadline to November 28 (9-0-2)
• Corrected tractor plow rate to flat $137/hour, no $5 bonus (9-0-2)
• Accepted Hero Act Ordinance to be placed on file for 10 days (11-0)
• Approved home rule age waiver for firefighter candidate Stephen Justice (11-0)
• Approved home rule age waiver for firefighter candidate Brittany Sproule (11-0)
• Granted National Grid permission for underground electric conduits on Amesbury Line Road (11-0)
• Continued solar field hearing off Lovers Lane to December 3, 2024 (11-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on accepting a $1,000 gift card from Wellpoint for sporting equipment for the Recreation Department. It will also hear updates on fire department response times and consider a home rule petition to waive the maximum age requirement for a firefighter candidate. Several annual license renewals and a new snow plowing rate order are on the agenda.

• Order to accept $1,000 gift from Wellpoint for Recreation Department sporting equipment
• Home rule petition to allow Javier Vargas, age 31, to take firefighter civil service exam despite age limit
• Fire Chief Robert O'Brien to report on improved alarm response times from increased staffing
• New rates for plowing, clearing, and hauling snow proposed by DPW Director
• Ordinance to add handicap parking at 113 Laurel Ave, 60 Pilling St, and 48 Portland St

The Haverhill City Council accepted a $1,000 gift card from Wellpoint for sporting equipment for the Recreation Department, approved a home rule petition for an age waiver for a firefighter candidate, and heard a presentation from the Fire Chief on improved response times due to increased staffing. The council also approved several routine items including tag days, a pawnbroker license, and a street opening permit, all by 6-0 votes with five absent members.

• Accepted $1,000 gift card from Wellpoint for Recreation Department sporting equipment (6-0)
• Approved home rule petition for Javier Vargas to take firefighter exam despite age limit (6-0)
• Approved $1,000 donation for Veterans Alliance of Greater Haverhill stripe sponsorship (6-0)
• Granted tag day permits for HHS Girls Volleyball Boosters, Unified Boosters, and Football Team (6-0 each)
• Granted pawnbroker license for Javier's Jewelry Repair at 741 South Main Street (6-0)
• Granted street opening permit at 373 North Avenue for utility work (6-0)
• Received and filed September 2024 revenue/expense reports and abatement report (6-0 each)
• Continued snow plowing rates order to October 29 (6-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission will meet in person to consider a one-day beer and wine license application for the Latino Business Summit at 100 Elliott Street. The applicant, Allison Gagne, has received police approval. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and other routine business.

• One-day beer and wine license for Latino Business Summit at 100 Elliott Street (applicant Allison Gagne, police approval received)
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Continued business items
• Miscellaneous applications and requests
• Public participation opportunity

The License Commission approved a one-day beer and wine license for the Latino Business Summit at NECC on October 30, 2024, from 4pm to 8pm. The motion was made by Commissioner Koutoulas, seconded by Chairperson Angus, and passed unanimously with no public comment. No other business was conducted.

• Approved one-day beer and wine license for Latino Business Summit at 100 Elliott Street (unanimous)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved September and October warrants totaling over $5.4 million, new member enrollments, refunds, rollovers, transfers, and retirements. All votes were 3-0 with one member absent. No executive session was held. The board also received a presentation from Mass PRIM and an investment consultant update.

• Approved September 2024 warrant for $2,708,472.71 (3-0)
• Approved estimated October 2024 warrant for up to $2,700,000 (3-0)
• Approved new member enrollments for 22 individuals (3-0)
• Approved refunds for three former employees (3-0)
• Approved rollover for one former employee (3-0)
• Approved transfers for two employees (3-0)
• Approved retirements for two employees (3-0)
• Approved September 10, 2024 regular meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will hear a presentation on mental health screening and a substance use survey for Haverhill High School from school and hospital officials. The council will also consider a demolition and reconstruction of a garage at 98 Brandy Brow Road, and a proclamation declaring Hispanic Heritage Month. Several routine license renewals and a payment of $1,978.76 to Verizon and National Grid are on the agenda.

• Presentation on mental health screening and substance use survey (SURF) for Haverhill High School SY2023-2024
• Garage demolition and reconstruction at 98 Brandy Brow Road (continued from Sept. 24)
• Proclamation declaring Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, 2024 as Hispanic Heritage Month
• Payment of $1,978.76 to Verizon and National Grid for prior-year bills
• Annual license renewals for taxi drivers, junk dealers, pawnbrokers, and other businesses

The City Council approved a special permit for Melanie Chapman to demolish and reconstruct a two-stall garage at 98 Brandy Brow Road in the Water Supply Protection Overlay District (WSPOD), with conditions including department recommendations. The vote was 10-0 with one absent. The meeting also included presentations honoring the City Auditor for a budget award and discussing mental health and substance use screening in schools.

• Approved special permit for garage demolition and reconstruction at 98 Brandy Brow Road (10-0, 1 absent)
• Assigned minutes review for September 24 meeting to Councilor Lewandowski
• Assigned minutes review for October 1 meeting to Councilor Toohey
• Assigned minutes review for next meeting to Councilor Rogers

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission approved several one-day alcohol licenses for local events, including the Haverhill Firefighting Museum chili cookoff, Armenian Church consecration ceremonies, Hellenic Orthodox Church festival, and NECC awards ceremony. The commission also approved new entertainment, common victualler, and alcohol license transfers for Jimmy K's Diner and La Nueva Lechonera, along with manager changes for Bradford Village Square, Grab N Go Market, and Haverhill Ridgerunners Fish & Game Club. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved one-day all-alcohol license for Haverhill Firefighting Museum chili cookoff pending updated TIPS certificate (unanimous)
• Approved one-day all-alcohol licenses for Armenian Church consecration events on Oct 25 and 26 (unanimous)
• Approved one-day all-alcohol licenses for Hellenic Orthodox Church festival on Nov 8 and 9 (unanimous)
• Approved one-day beer and wine license for NECC awards ceremony on Oct 24 (unanimous)
• Approved new entertainment, common victualler, and alcohol license for Jimmy K's Diner pending conditions (unanimous)
• Approved new entertainment and common victualler license for La Nueva Lechonera with early entertainment end time (unanimous)
• Approved change of manager for Bradford Village Square pending TIPS certificate (unanimous)
• Approved change of manager for Grab N Go Market pending TIPS certificate (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a Home Rule Petition to increase the Board of Health membership from three to five members, requiring special state legislation. Other items include hearings on a large-scale solar field off Lovers Lane and two proposed 3-family buildings at Pilling & Boston Street, though the applicants have requested to withdraw those special permit applications. The council will also set a hearing date for a National Grid underground conduit project on Amesbury Line Road.

• Home Rule Petition to increase Board of Health from 3 to 5 members
• Public hearing on large-scale solar field off Lovers Lane (CCSP 23-16)
• Two special permit applications for 3-family buildings at Pilling & Boston Street — applicants request withdrawal
• National Grid petition for underground electric conduits on Amesbury Line Road; hearing set for Oct 29, 2024
• Order to accept amended rules for special permits when Council sits as granting authority

The council approved an ordinance allowing civilian traffic flaggers to direct traffic at city construction sites, expanding the pool beyond police officers. Two special permit applications for a 3-family building at Pilling and Boston Street were withdrawn without prejudice. The council also began a home rule petition to expand the Board of Health from three to five members.

• Approved ordinance to allow civilian traffic flaggers at construction sites (11-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of special permit for 3-family building at Pilling and Boston Street, lot 3 (10-0-1)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of special permit for 3-family building at Pilling and Boston Street, lot 4 (10-0-1)
• Approved minutes of prior meeting (11-0)
• Received home rule petition to increase Board of Health membership to five members

City Council

The City Council will consider home rule petitions to allow two candidates over the maximum age to take civil service exams for firefighter and police officer positions. The agenda also includes public hearings on a storage container, a garage reconstruction, and two proposed 3-family residential buildings at Pilling & Boston Street. A resolution authorizes the mayor to apply for transfer of the former Social Security Administration building for educational use.

• Home rule petition for Juan Jimenez to take firefighter civil service exam despite age limit
• Home rule petition for Gabriel Rosa to take police officer civil service exam despite age limit
• Public hearing on 3-family residential building at Pilling & Boston Street (Map 420, Block 314, Lot 3)
• Public hearing on 3-family residential building at Pilling & Boston Street (Map 520, Block 314, Lot 4A)
• Resolution to apply for transfer of former Social Security Administration building (0.4 acres, 5,606 sq ft) for educational use

The council unanimously approved home rule petitions for Juan Jimenez (firefighter) and Gabriel Rosa (police officer) to take civil service exams despite age limits. A storage container at 2 Woodman Ave was allowed permanently after being moved off public property. A garage reconstruction at 98 Brandy Brow Road was continued to October 8 due to incomplete watershed impact information. Two special permit hearings for triplexes at Pilling and Boston Street were opened but no decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved home rule age waiver for Juan Jimenez to take firefighter exam (11-0)
• Approved home rule age waiver for Gabriel Rosa to take police officer exam (11-0)
• Approved permanent 8'x30" storage container at 2 Woodman Ave (11-0)
• Continued garage reconstruction hearing at 98 Brandy Brow Road to Oct 8, 2024 (11-0)
• Placed on file August 2024 revenue and expense report (11-0)

License Commission

The License Commission unanimously approved two one-day beer and wine liquor licenses for Ashleigh Mutty to serve alcohol at the Craft & Antique show at Kimball Farm on October 5 and 6, 2024. The approvals require a police detail, a designated alcohol area, and wristbands for patrons 21 and older. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved one-day beer and wine license for Oct 5, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved one-day beer and wine license for Oct 6, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will meet to consider an easement for National Grid to install an underground electric distribution system at 256 Concord St, near John Greenleaf Whittier Middle School. The meeting also includes routine procedural items, public petitions, and bill payments.

• Grant easement to National Grid for underground electric distribution at 256 Concord St ($1.00 consideration)
• Accept portion of South Central St as public way (Document 79-B)
• Accept portion of Greenough St as public way (Document 80-B)
• Open Lawrence St at 23 Stanley Drive for utility installation
• Pay prior-year bills totaling $8,560.88

The City Council voted 10-0 to adopt new Rules and Regulations for Special Permits, clarifying the application process and the Council's authority when acting as a special permit granting authority. The Council also accepted a grant of easement at 256 Concord Street for the Whittier Middle School and approved the acceptance of portions of South Central Street and Greenough Street as public ways. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the Greenough Street acceptance.

• Adopted Rules and Regulations for Special Permits (10-0)
• Accepted grant of easement at 256 Concord Street for Whittier Middle School (10-0)
• Approved opening Lawrence Street at Stanley Drive for utility installation (10-0)
• Accepted portion of South Central Street as public way (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Accepted portion of Greenough Street as public way (9-0, 1 abstention)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission approved a one-day beer and wine license for a Quinceanera event at 10 Welcome Street on September 21, 2024, from 7pm to 11:30pm. The application was approved unanimously after the applicant confirmed a bartender would serve alcohol. No other business was conducted.

• Approved one-day beer and wine license for Quinceanera event at 10 Welcome Street (unanimous)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved a $2 million transfer from the Pension Reserves Investment Trust to cover benefit payments, heard investment manager presentations, and approved various member enrollments, buybacks, refunds, and transfers. A motion to exclude a firefighter stipend from retirement calculations failed on a 2-2 tie vote.

• Approved $2M transfer from PRIT for benefit payments
• Approved August 2024 warrant for $2,787,091.65 (3-0-1)
• Approved estimated September 2024 warrant up to $2,000,000 (3-0-1)
• Approved new member enrollments for 28 individuals (3-0-1)
• Approved buyback for Carol Bioren at $13,236.93 (4-0)
• Approved refunds for Nicolas Hendricks, Lodis Ramos, Emma Smith (4-0)
• Approved transfers for 7 individuals (4-0)
• Motion to exclude firefighter stipend from retirement calculation failed (2-2)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will meet in person to discuss a roadway alteration on Chadwick Road, review tax-abatement reports, and hear fundraising announcements from local nonprofits. The meeting also includes routine approvals, public participation, and license renewals.

• Roadway alteration on Chadwick Road (right-of-way change) with Planning Board support
• August 2024 tax-abatement report submitted by City Assessor Christine Webb
• Fundraising events announced: Bocce Tournament (Oct 19) and Night of Motown Magic (Nov 8)
• Cycle for Shelter charity ride (Sept 15) promoted by Emmaus, Inc.
• Cyber Warrior IT certification training program recruitment for ages 18–24 at MakeIT Haverhill

The City Council approved a roadway alteration on Chadwick Road to widen the right-of-way at Kingsbury Avenue, creating a four-legged intersection to improve sight lines and reduce driver confusion. The project will use Chapter 90 funds for consultation and ARPA money for construction. The council also voted to refer speeding concerns on Chadwick Road and Kingsbury Avenue to the Traffic and Safety Committee for further review. All votes were 9-0 with two absent.

• Approved Chadwick Road right-of-way alteration to create four-legged intersection (9-0)
• Referred speeding concerns on Chadwick Road and Kingsbury Avenue to Traffic and Safety Committee (9-0)
• Confirmed Michael Soraghan to Board of Appeals through September 2029 (9-0)
• Accepted resignation of Kassie Infante from Board of Appeals (9-0)
• Approved vintage craft show at Kimball Farm on October 5-6 (9-0)
• Approved craft fair for charity at 1186 Main St on September 21 (9-0)
• Approved one-day beer and wine license for Quinceanera at Senior Center on September 21 (9-0)
• Placed on file ordinances adopting Mullin Rule and amending parking restrictions on South Main St (9-0)

License Commission

The License Commission held a show cause hearing for New Lantern Cafe over an alleged indecent assault and altercation on May 26, 2024. The Commission found the bar failed to maintain adequate staffing and a working camera system. It ordered the establishment closed for seven days (Sept 6-8 and Sept 12-15) and mandated two bartenders on Thursday through Sunday shifts going forward.

• Approved entertainment, common victualler, and all alcohol licenses for The Reserve Restaurant/Valt 77 Lounge/The Exchange Events pending zoning, TIPS, and occupancy (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of common victualler license for Gino's Pizza and Roast Beef (unanimous)
• Approved amended alcohol application for Crusttown (unanimous)
• Approved new manager for Longhorn Steakhouse #5181 pending ABCC approval (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of all alcohol license for American Grocery pending floor plan, spousal affidavit, 30-day camera retention, and phone number (unanimous)
• Approved new manager for American Legion Post #4 pending ABCC approval (unanimous)
• Postponed one-day beer/wine licenses for Craft & Antique show at Kimball Farm to October meeting (no applicant present)
• Ordered New Lantern Cafe closed Sept 6-8 and Sept 12-15, and required two bartenders on Thursday-Sunday shifts after show cause hearing

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a conservation restriction for 35.97 acres off Crystal Street to protect open space and habitat. Other items include a home rule petition for a firefighter age waiver, a special permit modification for the Residences at Kenoza development, and several traffic ordinance changes. The agenda also includes numerous license renewals and a request to discuss Holy Family Hospital's status.

• Order to approve Conservation Restriction for 35.97 acres off Crystal St (Creek Brook Conservation Area)
• Home Rule Petition to allow Dave Michienzi to take firefighter civil service exam despite age limit
• Public hearing on Special Permit Major Modification for Residences at Kenoza (7-13 Kenoza Ave)
• Petitions to construct two three-family residential buildings at Pilling & Boston St and Boston St
• Ordinance to add trail parking only on Hannan Ridge Rd and change handicap parking locations

The City Council approved a modified design for the Residences at Kenoza residential development at 7-13 Kenoza Avenue, with changes to the rear and front elevations including added windows, shutters, and a single gable. The vote was 10-1, with Councilor Hobbs Everett dissenting. The Council also approved a conservation restriction for 35.97 acres off Crystal Street to protect open space, and a home rule petition for a firefighter age waiver for Dave Michienzi.

• Approved modified design for Residences at Kenoza with one gable in rear elevation (10-1)
• Approved conservation restriction for 35.97 acres off Crystal Street (11-0)
• Approved home rule petition for Dave Michienzi firefighter age waiver (11-0)
• Approved order to open 17 Passaconaway Avenue for gas disconnect (11-0)
• Approved National Grid and Verizon joint pole locations on Lake Street (11-0)
• Postponed storage container request at 2 Woodman Avenue to September 24 (11-0)
• Approved appointments to Haverhill Housing Authority and Cultural Council (11-0 each)
• Approved one-day liquor license for River Ruckus festival (10-0-1 abstention)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved a $300,000 withdrawal from Income Research+Management for the August warrant, adopted an updated Investment Policy Statement, and approved a request from Putnam to change market-capitalization guidelines. The board also approved new member enrollments, buybacks, refunds, transfers, retirements, and a three-year contract for mortality verification services. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved $300,000 withdrawal from IR&M for August warrant (4-0)
• Approved Investment Policy Statement as presented (4-0)
• Approved Putnam's request to change weighted average market cap range from +/-35% to +/-75% (4-0)
• Approved July 2024 warrant for $3,372,028.83 (4-0)
• Approved estimated August 2024 warrant for $2,900,000 (4-0)
• Approved 16 new member enrollments (4-0)
• Approved buyback for Carlos Arriaga ($2,207.28) (4-0)
• Approved three-year contract with ABL Tech for mortality verification at $1,500/year (4-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will hold a hearing on a large-scale ground-mounted solar facility on multiple parcels off Lovers Lane, and will continue a hearing on a modification to the Residences at Kenoza development. The council will also consider a new 4-unit dwelling at 94 Portland Street, confirm appointments to the Housing Authority board, and authorize a $5,492 gift of equipment to the Fire Department.

• Hearing set for Oct 1 on SPI Solar's large-scale solar facility on Gagnon trust land off Lovers Lane
• Continued hearing on Christos Eliopoulos' major modification to Residences at Kenoza (7-13 Kenoza Ave)
• Hearing for Caitlyn Masys' 4-unit, 3-story wood structure with garages at 94 Portland St
• Confirming Fred A Simmons and Robert V Driscoll to Housing Authority Board through 2029
• Order to accept $5,492.24 Milwaukee Tools cut-off saw gift from Merrimac Industrial Sales to Fire Dept

The City Council approved a special permit for a 3-story, 4-unit row house at 94 Portland Street, with amendments reducing the number of units from four to three, adding green space, requiring a private dumpster, and working with the city's tree program. The vote was 10-0 with one abstention. A separate hearing on a major modification to the Residences at Kenoza development was postponed to August 20, 2024, by an 11-0 vote.

• Approved special permit for 94 Portland St row house with amendments (10-0, 1 absent)
• Postponed Residences at Kenoza major modification hearing to August 20 (11-0)
• Approved State Primary Election warrant for September 3, 2024 (11-0)
• Confirmed Fred A Simmons to Haverhill Housing Authority Board (11-0)
• Confirmed Robert V Driscoll to Haverhill Housing Authority Board (11-0)
• Approved Haverhill's Woofstock event with fee waiver (11-0)
• Approved Nicholas Soter hawker peddler license for Italian ice (11-0)
• Approved two taxi driver license renewals (11-0 each)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission approved several new entertainment, common victualler, and liquor licenses for local businesses, including Big Dawg's Eatery and David's Coffee and Grill, all pending final approvals or inspections. A show cause hearing for Big Dawg's Eatery regarding a DJ advertisement was placed on file without further action.

• Approved one-day beer and wine license for River Rukus on Sept 21, pending City Council and Mayoral approval (unanimous)
• Approved new entertainment license for Big Dawg's Eatery at 75 South Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved new entertainment license for David's Coffee and Grill at 620 Primrose Street (unanimous)
• Approved common victualler license for Haverhill House of Pizza and Subs, pending lease, business certificate, and occupancy (unanimous)
• Approved common victualler license for Big Dawg's Eatery, pending business occupancy and exterior photo (unanimous)
• Approved common victualler license for David's Coffee and Grill, pending business occupancy (unanimous)
• Approved new all-alcohol liquor license for Big Dawg's Eatery, pending liquor liability, tips cert, and 304 inspection (unanimous)
• Placed show cause hearing for Big Dawg's Eatery on file regarding DJ advertisement issue (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a conservation restriction on 19 acres at 117 Corliss Hill Rd to protect the East Meadow River watershed. It will also vote on waiving the city's right to purchase three parcels off Lovers Lane under Chapter 61A. A home rule petition to allow Dante Perella to take the police exam despite age limits is up for discussion. A special permit modification for the Residences at Kenoza development at 7-13 Kenoza Ave is continued to August 6.

• Order to approve Conservation Restriction on 19 acres at 117 Corliss Hill Rd (Lot 71, Map 462 Block 204)
• Order to waive city's option to purchase parcels 463-206-6, 463-626-16, and 428-628-12 off Lovers Lane under Chapter 61A
• Home Rule Petition to authorize Dante Perella to take police civil service exam despite maximum age requirement
• Petition for Special Permit Major Modification for Residences at Kenoza at 7-13 Kenoza Ave (continued to August 6)
• Petition to keep an 8' x 30' storage container at 2 Woodman Ave (hearing set for August 20)

The City Council approved a conservation restriction protecting 19 acres at 117 Corliss Hill Road, preserving rare species habitat and watershed land. They also waived the city's right to purchase three parcels off Lovers Lane under Chapter 61A, allowing the owner to pursue solar development. A home rule petition was passed to grant an age waiver for Dante Perella to take the police officer civil service exam. The council continued a special permit hearing for the Residences at Kenoza development to August 6.

• Approved conservation restriction on 19 acres at 117 Corliss Hill Rd (9-0)
• Waived city's option to purchase three parcels off Lovers Lane under Chapter 61A (9-0)
• Passed home rule petition for age waiver for police officer candidate Dante Perella (9-0)
• Continued special permit hearing for Residences at Kenoza development to August 6 (9-0)
• Approved Touch a Truck Book Drive support (9-0)
• Confirmed Harbor Commission appointments for Philip Wysocki and Alan Foucault (unanimous)
• Set hearing for storage container at 2 Woodman Ave for August 20 (unanimous)
• Set hearings for street acceptance petitions for portions of South Central and Greenough streets for September 17 (unanimous)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission denied an amendment to the Elk's Club entertainment license to add karaoke, DJ, comedy shows, and card games, citing the club's failure to obtain proper licensing and state approvals. The commission also approved several one-day alcohol licenses and new common victualler licenses, all pending conditions such as updated insurance or business occupancy. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved one-day beer/wine license for Emmaus Inc. Cycle for Shelter event, pending updated insurance (unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal of one-day alcohol license for Armenian Church baby shower (unanimous)
• Denied Elk's Club amendment to entertainment license for karaoke, DJ, comedy, card games (unanimous)
• Approved Friendly House of Pho indoor entertainment amendment, outdoor entertainment withdrawn (unanimous)
• Approved Uno's Pizzeria & Grill outdoor entertainment amendment for car show, pending police approval (unanimous)
• Approved new common victualler license for New Haverhill Jade, pending business occupancy (unanimous)
• Approved new common victualler license for Damgeuda, pending business occupancy and completed lease (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 6, 2024 (unanimous)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board voted 4-0 to terminate Paul A. Weinburgh's pension and approved a $24.6M appropriation investment allocation. The board also appointed James Cleary as interim chairman and Anthony Haugh as interim vice chairman following the death of former chairman William J. Klueber.

• Terminated Paul A. Weinburgh's pension (4-0)
• Approved $24,578,951 appropriation investment allocation (4-0)
• Approved June 2024 warrant for $2,792,696.53 (4-0)
• Approved estimated July 2024 warrant for $4,450,000 (4-0)
• Approved new member enrollments for 14 employees (4-0)
• Approved refunds for 5 former employees (4-0)
• Approved rollovers for 2 employees (4-0)
• Appointed James Cleary interim chairman (3-0-1 abstention)

City Council

The City Council will discuss transferring $3.35 million from budget surpluses to cover FY 2024 operating expenses. The meeting also includes hearings for a single-family home in the Watershed Protection District and various home rule petitions for civil service age waivers.

• Transfer of $3,352,000.00 from general fund surpluses to budget deficits
• Special Permit to build a single-family home at 0 Stanley Drive in the Watershed Protection District
• Proposed $200 additional fee for Special Permit advertisement and legal notices
• River Ruckus Festival application for September 21st at River Front parking lot
• Age waiver home rule petitions for one firefighter and two police officer candidates

The City Council approved three home rule petitions granting age waivers for one firefighter and two police officer candidates to take civil service exams. The council also approved a special permit for a single-family home in the Watershed Protection District at 0 Stanley Drive and found a repetitive petition for the same property had material changes. A request to waive the city's option to purchase a Lovers Lane parcel was postponed to July 23rd.

• Approved home rule petition for Michael Jarvis to take firefighter civil service exam despite age limit (10-0)
• Approved home rule petition for Brian Dacey to take police officer civil service exam despite age limit (10-0)
• Approved home rule petition for Jason Restituyo to take police officer civil service exam despite age limit (10-0)
• Approved special permit for single-family home at 0 Stanley Drive in Watershed Protection District (10-0)
• Found material changes in repetitive petition for 0 Stanley Drive, allowing new hearing (10-0)
• Postponed waiver of purchase option for Lovers Lane parcel to July 23rd (8-0)
• Approved opening of 38 Garrison Ave for National Grid gas leak repair (10-0)
• Confirmed Theodore Vathally to Board of Appeals (10-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a bond order for capital improvements and several proposed ordinances regarding the use of conservation areas and open spaces. The body will also consider age waiver petitions for civil service exams and various license requests.

• Bond Order for $790,000 General Obligation Bond for Capital Improvement projects
• Proposed ordinances amending City Code for conservation areas, open spaces, and firearms
• Home Rule Petitions for Christina Rodriguez and Gustavo Romero regarding civil service exam age waivers
• National Grid petition for pole location on Dudley st
• One-day liquor licenses for events on Wingate st and 542 North Broadway

The City Council unanimously passed six ordinances amending city code sections on conservation areas, boating, fishing, firearms, and park use, all filed for 10 days. It also approved two home rule petitions for age waivers for firefighter and police officer civil service exams, and a National Grid pole location on Dudley Street. A $790,000 bond for capital improvements was also approved.

• Approved six ordinances amending city code on conservation areas, boating, fishing, firearms, and park use (all in favor)
• Approved home rule petition for Christina Rodriguez to take firefighter exam age waiver (9-0)
• Approved home rule petition for Gustavo Romero to take police officer exam age waiver (9-0)
• Approved National Grid pole location on Dudley Street (9-0)
• Approved $790,000 general obligation bond for capital improvements (9-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for L'Arche Boston North fundraiser (all in favor)
• Approved one-day beer and wine license for Tattersall Farm-to-Table event (all in favor)
• Referred workforce summit funding request to Grant Department (all in favor)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several large fund transfers for wastewater, water, and DPW capital projects. The body is also considering loan orders for landfill closure and water system improvements, along with various salary and traffic ordinances.

• Loan order of $10,600,000 for the closure of the Northern Mound of the Old Haverhill Landfill
• Loan order of $12,380,000 for Phase I Locke Street CSO Separation and Water System Improvements Project
• Fund transfers totaling $529,000 for wastewater, $708,000 for water, and $307,000 for DPW capital funds
• Special permit hearing for a 4-unit dwelling structure at 94 Portland st
• Requests to open 8 Vine st and 43 South Prospect st for underground utility work

The City Council unanimously approved three fund transfers totaling over $1.5 million: $529,000 from the Wastewater Fund for sewer rehab and repair, $708,000 from the Water Fund for water supply, carbon filters, and meter replacement, and $307,000 from the General Fund for highway capital outlay and sidewalk repairs. The Council also placed on file salary ordinances for administrative and non-union positions, approved a special permit hearing for a 4-unit development at 94 Portland Street, and referred a review of the city's swimming ordinance at Plug Pond to the NRPP Committee.

• Approved $529,000 transfer from Wastewater Fund to Sewer Rehab & Repair (11-0)
• Approved $708,000 transfer from Water Fund to water supply, carbon filters, and meter replacement (11-0)
• Approved $307,000 transfer from General Fund to highway capital outlay and sidewalk repairs (11-0)
• Placed on file salary ordinances for Administrative and Professional positions and Non-Union Groups (11-0)
• Set hearing for August 6 on special permit for 4-unit dwelling at 94 Portland Street (11-0)
• Set hearing for September 10 on Chadwick Road right-of-way alteration (11-0)
• Referred review of swimming ordinance at Plug Pond to NRPP Committee (11-0)
• Approved 10 taxi driver license renewals and 1 limousine license (11-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board voted to allocate $24,578,951 in city appropriations across several investment funds, approved May and June warrants totaling over $5.3 million, and approved multiple member benefits including retirements, buybacks, refunds, and transfers. The board also convened in executive session to discuss disability applications and an investigative session.

• Approved $24,578,951 appropriation allocation to PRIT and other funds (4-0)
• Approved May 2024 warrant for $2,675,599.91 (4-0)
• Approved estimated June 2024 warrant for $2,700,000 (4-0)
• Approved Mary L. D'Aoust's request for 1 month of service credit (4-0)
• Approved new member enrollments for 9 city employees (4-0)
• Approved military service buybacks for Timothy Riley and William O'Connell (4-0)
• Approved refunds for 4 former employees totaling $26,587.26 (4-0)
• Approved spousal benefit for Robert McGinley under MGL 12(2)(d) (4-0)

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved the $252.5 million FY25 General Fund budget, along with separate appropriations for the Water and Wastewater departments and revolving funds. New water and wastewater rates were set at $5.76 and $7.71 per hundred cubic feet, respectively, effective July 1, 2024. The council also authorized a $790,000 bond for capital improvements, acquisition of land for the Crystal Street/Jericho Road conservation project, and a conservation restriction on land off Hannan Ridge Road.

• Approved $252,497,778 FY25 General Fund budget (10-0)
• Approved $14,118,980 Water Department budget (10-0)
• Approved $15,533,043 Wastewater Department budget (10-0)
• Set water rate at $5.76 and wastewater rate at $7.71 per hundred cubic feet, effective July 1, 2024 (10-0)
• Approved $790,000 bond for capital improvements: Citizens Center boiler, skylight/roof repair, sewer pump, IT network overhaul, police computers (10-0)
• Authorized acquisition of 35 acres on Crystal Street for conservation via eminent domain (10-0)
• Approved conservation restriction on 59.6 acres off Hannan Ridge Road with corrected $320K grant (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved revolving fund budgets for recreation, skating rink, senior center, daycare, open space (10-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission approved several applications including Keno licenses for Bradford Village Square and Crusttown, outdoor dining for Crusttown, a farmers market wine license for Willow Spring Vineyards, and one-day alcohol licenses for the Longest Table event and an Armenian Church dinner. An entertainment license amendment for Uno Pizzeria & Grill was postponed pending further details on barriers and safety plans.

• Approved Keno application for Bradford Village Square at 75 South Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Keno application and outdoor dining for Crusttown at 150 Washington Street (unanimous)
• Approved farmers market wine license for Willow Spring Vineyards at 10 Church Street (unanimous)
• Approved one-day all-alcohol license for Longest Table event on August 22, 2024 (unanimous, pending City Council and Mayor approval)
• Approved one-day all-alcohol license for Armenian Church at Hye Point dinner on June 26, 2024 (unanimous)
• Postponed entertainment license amendment for Uno Pizzeria & Grill for outdoor events in parking lot (no motion made)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several high-value loan orders and infrastructure projects. The body is also reviewing residential development requests and receiving a report on Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) permitting.

• Loan order of $12,380,000 for Phase I Locke Street CSO Separation and Water System Improvements Project
• Loan order of $10,600,000 for the Closure of the Northern Mound of the Old Haverhill Landfill
• Transfer of $1,014,535 from Wastewater Retained earnings to account Rain Storm 8/8/23
• Flexible Development request for 26 single-family homes on 20 acres at 0 Broadway off Emma Rose Circle
• Proposed amendment to Section 240-98 regarding heavy commercial vehicle exclusions on Downing av, Sixteenth av, Seventeenth av, Cross rd, and Ferry rd

The City Council approved a flexible development for 24 single-family homes on 20 of 50 acres at 0 Broadway off Emma Rose Circle, with 30 acres deeded to the city as open space. The applicant will also donate $72,000 to the housing trust fund. Several conditions were added, including a conservation restriction, landscape design review by the Planning Board, and construction hour limits. A motion to reduce the number of units to 22 failed for lack of a second.

• Approved flexible development for 24 single-family homes at 0 Broadway (10-0, 1 absent)
• Removed three parking spaces abutting the trail (7-3, 1 absent)
• Added condition that new homes' look be similar to existing homes on Emma Rose Circle (10-0, 1 absent)
• Added condition that landscape design goes before Planning Board (10-0, 1 absent)
• Requested discussion with National Grid about street lights for original Emma Rose Circle subdivision (10-0, 1 absent)
• Requested removal of city-owned tree at Emma Rose Circle and Route 97 (10-0, 1 absent)
• Added conservation restriction on land abutting development (10-0, 1 absent)
• Restricted construction traffic to 7am-5pm Mon-Fri and 7am-12pm Sat (7-3, 1 absent)

City Council

The City Council will hear a presentation on the Steward Healthcare crisis and the continuation of care at Holy Family Haverhill. Members are also considering a resolution to submit the FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant application.

• Resolution to authorize the Mayor to submit the FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application
• Proposed $30,000 transfer from Engineering-Salaries & Wages to Engineering Inspection Fees for trench inspections
• National Grid petition for a pole location on Dudley Street (Hearing scheduled for June 25, 2024)
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 193 regarding Playgrounds, Parks, and Recreation Areas swimming
• Junk Dealer/Collector license renewal for T & R Salvage at 99 Newark St

The City Council voted 10-0 to send a letter to Governor Healy, the Attorney General, the legislative delegation, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services opposing the potential closure of Holy Family Haverhill hospital due to Steward Health Care's bankruptcy. The letter states that closing any hospital is 'not politically, morally or ethically acceptable.' The Council also approved the FY2025 CDBG application ($947,975), a $30,000 budget transfer, a junk dealer license renewal, and referred a discussion on development conditions and zoning changes to the Planning and Development Committee.

• Approved letter to state officials opposing Holy Family Hospital closure (10-0)
• Approved FY2025 CDBG application submission ($947,975) (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $30,000 transfer from Engineering-Salaries to Engineering Inspection Fees (10-0)
• Approved junk dealer license renewal for T&R Salvage at 99 Newark St (10-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment re: playgrounds, parks, and swimming (10-0)
• Approved letter supporting Senator Payano's Amendment #758 for Gateway school funding (10-0)
• Referred discussion on development conditions and zoning changes to Planning & Development Committee (9-0)
• Set hearing for National Grid pole location on Dudley St for June 25, 2024 (10-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board voted to authorize up to $2 million per month from the Pension Reserves Investment Trust (PRIT) Fund to cover benefits and expenses for the next fiscal year. The board also approved warrants totaling over $5.4 million, accepted new member enrollments, refunds, rollovers, and transfers, and received annual investment updates from Molpus Woodlands Group and Income, Research & Management. No substantive decisions were made beyond these routine administrative actions.

• Approved up to $2M monthly PRIT Fund withdrawals for FY25 benefits (4-0-1)
• Approved April 2024 warrant of $2,776,898.17 (5-0)
• Approved estimated May 2024 warrant up to $2,000,000 (5-0)
• Accepted new member enrollments for 10 city employees (5-0)
• Accepted refunds for three former employees totaling $5,354.76 (5-0)
• Accepted one rollover of $3,892.87 (5-0)
• Accepted 14 transfers to MTRS totaling $50,023.19 (5-0)
• Accepted one superannuation retirement for Lori J. Swenson (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review loan orders for pumping station and wastewater plant improvements. The meeting also includes several non-confirming board appointments and event permit requests for downtown art walks and farmers markets.

• Loan Order for $2,700,000 for Coffin av, Danielle dr, Alvanos dr, and Hanover st Sewer Pumping Stations
• Loan Order for $1,500,000 for Wastewater Treatment Plant and South Mill st Pumping Station
• Event permits for Creative Haverhill Art Walks on June 8 and September 28 along Washington st and Wingate st
• Event permit for Haverhill Farmers Market at Bradford Common from June 22 to October 26
• Ordinance to delete handicap parking at 51 and 53 Bellevue av

The City Council approved a $2.7 million loan order for improvements to four sewer pump stations, an amended increase from the original $2.1 million. They also confirmed multiple board appointments, including Peter Carbone to the Board of Health and Christine Webb to the Board of Assessors. Several event permits and fee waivers were granted for Art Walks, the Farmers Market, and a farm-to-table event. A motion was passed to send a letter to the Mayor's office regarding downtown enforcement, cameras, and beautification.

• Approved $2.7M loan order for sewer pump station improvements (11-0)
• Approved $1.5M loan order for wastewater treatment plant and pumping station (11-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Board of Health, Board of Assessors, Harbor Commission, and others (11-0)
• Approved Art Walk events on June 8 and September 28 with fee waivers (11-0)
• Approved Farmers Market on Bradford Common with fee waiver (11-0)
• Approved Tattersall Farm-to-Table event pending insurance (11-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for CiderFeast event pending insurance (11-0)
• Passed motion to send letter to Mayor's office on downtown cameras, fines, and beautification (11-0)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will review a special permit for a 26-unit residential project on Broadway. The body is also considering several budget transfers for sewer repairs and water department costs, as well as updates on the FY2025 City Budget.

• Special permit request for JR Builders Inc to create 26 single-family homes on 20 acres at 0 Broadway off Emma Rose Cir
• Proposed transfer of $380,000 to Sewer Rehab and Repair for the Upper Siphon and Bradford Interceptor
• Proposed transfer of $175,000 for legal fees, water vehicle expenses, and water meter replacements
• Payment of bills totaling $6,000.07 to Waystone Health and Human Services and Ecofin
• Petitions for arts festival and plant sale events at Bradford Common

The City Council approved a $380,000 transfer to the Sewer Rehab and Repair Expenditures Account for cleaning the Upper Siphon and part of the Bradford Interceptor. They also heard an update on the FY2025 budget process, with full budget books expected by May 17 and a final vote scheduled for June 4. A special permit for a 26-home flexible development on Broadway was continued to June 4. The council also approved an ordinance amendment regarding the City Solicitor and several other routine items.

• Approved $380,000 transfer to Sewer Rehab and Repair for Upper Siphon and Bradford Interceptor cleanup (9-0)
• Approved $175,000 transfer from Long Term Debt for legal, vehicle, and water meter expenses (9-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment re: City Solicitor, adding 'or City Council' to sections 70-39 and 70-44 (9-0)
• Approved handicap parking changes: delete at 83 Blossom St, 30 Lancaster St, 42 Allen St; add at 12 Jackson St (9-0)
• Continued special permit for 26-home flexible development at 0 Broadway to June 4 (9-0)
• Approved Francis Pelosi to Harbor Commission (5-0)
• Approved event permits for Arts Festival (Sept 7) and Garden Club plant sale (May 18)
• Approved payment of prior fiscal year bills totaling $5,899.07 (8-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council is reviewing two loan orders for wastewater infrastructure upgrades. The body is also considering a special permit for a residential addition and various license renewals.

• Loan order of $2,700,000 for improvements to Coffin Av, Danielle Dr, Alvanos Dr, and Hanover St sewer pumping stations
• Loan order of $1,500,000 for Wastewater Treatment Plant and South Mill Street Pumping Station upgrades
• Special permit request for a bedroom addition at 145 Elliott St
• Ordinance to delete handicap parking at 51 and 53 Bellevue Av
• Event application for Boys & Girls Club of Greater Haverhill Walk a-Palooza on Bailey Blvd

The City Council approved two loan orders totaling $4.2 million for sewer infrastructure improvements: $2.7 million for upgrades to four sewer pumping stations and $1.5 million for the wastewater treatment plant and South Mill Street pumping station. Both were placed on file for 10 days. The council also approved a special permit for a bedroom addition at 145 Elliott Street with all department conditions, and confirmed Councilor Lewandowski to the Haverhill Stadium Commission.

• Approved $2.7M loan order for Coffin Ave, Danielle Dr, Alvanos Dr, and Hanover St sewer pumping station improvements (10-0)
• Approved $1.5M loan order for Wastewater Treatment Plant and South Mill Street Pumping Station upgrades (10-0)
• Approved special permit for bedroom addition at 145 Elliott St with all department conditions (10-0)
• Confirmed Councilor Lewandowski to Haverhill Stadium Commission (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Boys & Girls Club Walk-a-Palooza event on Bailey Blvd for May 4 (10-0)
• Approved junk dealer license renewal for TJS Metals, 39 Hale St (10-0)
• Approved minutes of April 23 meeting (10-0)
• Tabled Cannabis Social Equity Policy document for future action (9-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The City Council will consider increasing marriage license application fees from $25 to $40 and approving a roadway excavation at 135 Hyatt Avenue. Additionally, the council will review a request to reduce required parking spaces for the Locke Street Owner LLC project.

• Increase marriage license application fee from $25.00 to $40.00
• Request to excavate at 135 Hyatt Avenue for underground utility work
• Parking reduction request for 40 Locke Street (Locke Street Owner LLC) from 394 to 321 spaces
• Presentation of March 2024 revenue and expense reports
• Proclamation recognizing April 24 as Armenian Holy Martyr's Day

The City Council voted 10-0 to waive all permit fees for Rebuilding Together Greater Haverhill's National Rebuilding Day on April 27 and to keep the Primrose Street recycling center open until 2:30 PM. The council also approved a $15 increase in marriage license application fees, from $25 to $40, and postponed a parking reduction request for 40 Locke Street to June 4. Several event permits and license renewals were approved unanimously.

• Waived permit fees and extended recycling center hours for Rebuilding Together Greater Haverhill (10-0)
• Approved marriage license fee increase from $25 to $40 (11-0)
• Postponed parking reduction amendment for 40 Locke Street to June 4 (11-0)
• Approved excavation at 135 Hyatt Avenue for gas service replacement (11-0)
• Approved March 2024 revenue and expense reports (11-0)
• Approved March 2024 abatement report (all in favor)
• Approved event permits for Hellenic Food Festival, Crescent Yacht Club Canoe Race, and Haverhill Santa Parade 5K (all in favor or 9-0)
• Approved appointments to Cultural Council, Board of Registrars, Harbor Commission, and Youth Activities Committee (various votes)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved a $2 million transfer from the Pension Reserves Investment Trust for benefit payments, accepted new member enrollments, and approved several buyback and refund requests. The board also voted to have the chairman sign fee amendments for Fisher Investments and the DFS Amendment No.2, and reviewed investment manager presentations. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved $2M transfer from PRIT for benefit payments (4-0)
• Approved Fisher Investments No. 7 Fee Amendments (4-0)
• Accepted new member enrollments for 15 employees (4-0)
• Approved buyback requests for Samuel Marinez and Kevin Lynch (4-0 each)
• Approved refunds totaling $90,577.77 for five individuals (4-0)
• Approved rollovers for three former employees (4-0)
• Approved transfers for eight employees from other systems (4-0)
• Approved March and April 2024 warrants totaling $5,426,656.05 (4-0 each)

City Council

The City Council will consider an order to submit a Statement of Interest to the MSBA regarding the Tilton Elementary School project. The body will also review several Conservation Commission appointments and various license applications.

• Authorization to submit a Statement of Interest to the MSBA for the Tilton Elementary School Project
• Reappointments for the Conservation Commission including Fred Clark, Harmony Wilson, Jennifer Rubera, Evan Barman, and Lisa DeMeo
• Hearing request for Locke Street Owner LLC at 40 Locke st to reduce required parking from 394 to 321 spaces
• Hearing request for JR Builders, Inc to develop 26 single-family homes on 50 acres at 0 Broadway off Emma Rose Circle
• Event applications for CiderFeast New England at Harbor Place and Vintage Bazaar New England at Kimball Farm

The City Council voted 10-0 to authorize the Haverhill School Department to submit a Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority for the Tilton Elementary School project. The Council also approved several appointments to the Conservation Commission, including reappointments of Fred Clark, Harmony Wilson, Jennifer Rubera, and new appointments of Evan Barman, Lisa DeMeo, Lisa Marzilli, and Christine Kwitchoff. Two event permits were granted: CiderFeast New England on June 20 at Harbor Place and Vintage Bazaar New England on June 22 at Kimball Farm. The Council voted to endorse a School Committee resolution calling for fully adjusting Chapter 70 aid for inflation and to send letters to the state delegation supporting remote meeting access and advocating for FY25 budget priorities.

• Approved Tilton Elementary SOI submission to MSBA (10-0)
• Approved Conservation Commission appointments: Fred Clark, Harmony Wilson, Jennifer Rubera, Evan Barman, Lisa DeMeo, Lisa Marzilli, Christine Kwitchoff (all in favor)
• Approved CiderFeast New England event permit at Harbor Place, June 20 (10-0)
• Approved Vintage Bazaar New England event permit at Kimball Farm, June 22 (10-0)
• Set hearing for April 23 on parking reduction request at 40 Locke St (10-0)
• Set hearing for May 7 on flexible development for 26 homes off Emma Rose Circle (10-0)
• Endorsed School Committee resolution calling for fully adjusting Chapter 70 aid for inflation (10-0)
• Approved sending letters to state delegation on remote meeting access and FY25 budget priorities (10-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing two loan orders for school boiler replacements and a proposal to adopt updated cannabis social equity best practices. The body is also processing several non-confirming appointments to the Conservation Commission and various license renewals.

• Loan Order of $2,411,355 for boiler replacement at Moody School (59 Margin st)
• Loan Order of $1,471,297 for boiler replacement at Silver Hill School (675 Washington st)
• Proposed Cannabis Social Equity policies including a 50% reduction of Community Impact Fees for qualifying applicants
• Non-confirming Conservation Commission appointments for Lisa Marzilli, Christine Kwitchoff, Fred Clark, Evan Barman, Lisa DeMeo, and Harmony Wilson
• Ordinance regarding Officers and Employees - Article IV City Solicitor

The City Council approved two loan orders totaling $3,882,652 for boiler replacements at Moody and Silver Hill schools, both passing 11-0. An ordinance redefining the City Solicitor's role was sent to the Administration and Finance Committee after debate over mayoral authority. The council also referred the mayor's updated Cannabis Social Equity Best Practices to committee and requested funding for six rapid-flashing beacons and a truck exclusion on 8th Avenue.

• Approved $2,411,355 loan for Moody School boiler replacement (11-0)
• Approved $1,471,297 loan for Silver Hill School boiler replacement (11-0)
• Sent ordinance redefining City Solicitor role to A&F Committee (9-2)
• Referred mayor's Cannabis Social Equity Best Practices to A&F Committee (10-0, 1 abstain)
• Postponed Conservation Commission appointments to April 9 (11-0)
• Accepted resignation of Veronica Pare from Board of Registrars (11-0)
• Requested funding for up to six electronic rapid-flashing beacons (9-0, 2 absent)
• Requested funding for truck exclusion on 8th Avenue (9-0, 2 absent)

City Council

The City Council will review several appointment confirmations and a variety of annual license renewals. The body is also considering an easement for National Grid and a salary ordinance for the City Hall Clerks Union Group.

• Easement for National Grid to install overhead and underground systems at 137 Monument St
• Salary Ordinance and Memorandum of Agreement for the City Hall Clerks Union Group
• Re-appointments for the Community Affairs Advisory Board
• Appointments for the Cultural Council (Jesus Ruiz and Caitlin Little)
• Annual license renewals for taxi drivers, junk dealers, and pawnbrokers

The Haverhill City Council approved several appointments, including the Community Affairs Advisory Board and Cultural Council, and authorized an easement to National Grid for utility work at 137 Monument St. The council also accepted the January 2024 revenue and expense reports and approved a tag day for Riverside Bradford Baseball. All votes were unanimous (11-0) except the tag day, which passed with all in favor.

• Approved January 2024 revenue and expense reports (11-0)
• Approved Community Affairs Advisory Board re-appointments (11-0)
• Approved Cultural Council appointments (11-0)
• Approved tag day for Riverside Bradford Baseball (all in favor)
• Authorized easement to National Grid for utility work at 137 Monument St (11-0)
• Approved salary ordinance and MOA with City Hall Clerks Union (11-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a hearing on a proposal to convert two upper floors of a building into 8 residential units while keeping two commercial units on the first floor. The body will also consider loan orders for school boiler replacements and various license renewals.

• Special Permit for 38-42 Washington St to create 8 residential units (including 2 affordable units)
• Loan Order of $2,411,355 for Moody School Boiler Replacement Project at 59 Margin St
• Loan Order of $1,471,297 for Silver Hill School Boiler Replacement Project at 675 Washington St
• Petition for bedroom addition at 145 Elliott St (hearing scheduled for April 30, 2024)
• Ordinance regarding City Solicitor (Article IV Officers and Employees)

The City Council approved a special permit for 38-42 Washington St LLC to convert two upper floors of 38 Washington St into eight residential units (six market-rate, two affordable) while retaining two commercial units on the first floor. The approval includes conditions from city departments, language ensuring the affordable units meet state requirements, quarterly trash toter cleaning, and compliance with easement requirements. The council also approved $2.4M and $1.5M loan orders for boiler replacements at Moody and Silver Hill schools, and established an other post-employment benefits trust fund.

• Approved special permit for 8-unit conversion at 38 Washington St with 2 affordable units (10-0-1)
• Approved $2,411,355 loan order for Moody School boiler replacement (11-0)
• Approved $1,471,297 loan order for Silver Hill School boiler replacement (11-0)
• Established other post-employment benefits liability trust fund (11-0)
• Approved quarterly cleaning of trash toters for 38 Washington St project (10-0-1)
• Approved condition that applicant meet easement requirements (10-0-1)
• Set hearing for April 30, 2024 on special permit for 145 Elliott St bedroom addition
• Approved proclamations for Irish-American Heritage Month, Women's History Month, and Greek Independence Day

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved a $2 million transfer from the Pension Reserves Investment Trust (PRIT) Fund to make benefit payments. The board also voted to recover $8,708.66 in overearnings from Dennis Moriarty through equal payments over the remainder of 2024. Several new member enrollments, buybacks, refunds, rollovers, transfers, retirements, and survivor benefits were approved. A military buyback request from William O'Connell was denied due to new PERAC rules.

• Approved $2M transfer from PRIT Fund for benefit payments (5-0)
• Approved recovery of $8,708.66 from Dennis Moriarty via equal payments over 2024 (5-0)
• Approved February 2024 warrant for $2,787,630.47 (5-0)
• Approved estimated March 2024 warrant for $2,600,000 (5-0)
• Accepted new member enrollments for 20 individuals (5-0)
• Approved buyback request from Constance Dickopf for $2,691.78 (5-0)
• Denied military buyback request from William O'Connell due to PERAC rules (5-0)
• Approved survivor death benefits for Claire Girroir and Janice Gaudreau (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposed salary ordinance and Memorandum of Agreement for the City Hall Clerks Group. The meeting also includes reports on tax abatements and discussions regarding veteran transportation services.

• Salary Ordinance and MOA for City Hall Clerks Group (Teamsters Local 170) with a $42,000 total cost for FY24
• Payment authorizations for Rooter-Man ($660.00 and $230.00) and 2B Transportation LLC ($5,500.00, $4,000.00, and $3,500.00)
• Hawker Peddler License application for Kenneth Zibolis to sell food at 10 Church st, Bradford
• February 2024 abatement report from City Assessor Christine Webb
• Update on Vietnam War Veterans Day preparations at Mill Brook Park

The City Council placed on file a salary ordinance and memorandum of agreement between the city and the City Hall Clerks Union (Teamsters Local 170). The council also approved a hawker/peddler license for Kenneth Zibolis to sell food at 10 Church St, Bradford, and authorized payment of prior-year bills totaling $13,890. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included recognitions and presentations.

• Placed on file salary ordinance for City Hall Clerks Union (unanimous)
• Approved hawker/peddler license for Kenneth Zibolis at 10 Church St, Bradford (11-0)
• Authorized payment of prior-year bills totaling $13,890 (11-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a loan order for conservation land and a salary ordinance for firefighters. The body is also reviewing a special permit for a residential conversion at 38 Washington St and various license renewals.

• Loan Order for $180,000 Land Acquisition Bonds for the Crystal St/Jericho Rd Conservation Project
• Special Permit CCSP 24-2 to convert 38 Washington St into 8 residential units and 2 commercial units
• Salary Ordinance and Memorandum of Agreement for Haverhill Firefighters Local 1011
• Request to excavate roadway at 82 Brockton Av to repair a gas leak
• Petition from National Grid and Verizon NE for joint pole location at Foundation Av and Ward Hill Av

The City Council approved a $180,000 loan order to purchase land for the Crystal Street/Jericho Road Conservation Project, funding the gap between a grant and the purchase price of 35.5 acres near Crystal Lake. The Council also approved a new contract with Haverhill Firefighters Local 1011, ending a three-year period without a contract, and repealed a state law requiring costly mailers for ballot questions. A special permit hearing for converting upper floors at 38 Washington Street into 8 residential units was continued to March 19, 2024.

• Approved $180,000 loan order for Crystal Lake conservation land purchase (10-0)
• Approved salary ordinance and MOA with Haverhill Firefighters Local 1011 (10-0)
• Repealed MGL Chapter 53, Section 18B to avoid costly ballot-question mailers (10-0)
• Approved joint pole location for National Grid/Verizon at Foundation Ave & Ward Hill Ave (10-0)
• Approved excavation at 82 Brockton Ave for gas leak repair (10-0)
• Approved Hawker Peddler license for Johnathan West at 1314 Main St (10-0)
• Continued special permit hearing for 38 Washington St residential conversion to March 19, 2024 (10-0)
• Approved amended Conservation Commission ordinance (10-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved the estimated February 2024 warrant of $2,800,000 and authorized a $300,000 transfer from IR&M to Eastern Bank for a potential capital call. The board also approved new member enrollments, buybacks, refunds, rollovers, transfers, and retirements, all by 4-0 votes with one member absent. James Cleary was appointed to the fifth board member position (3-0-1 abstention).

• Approved estimated February 2024 warrant of $2,800,000 (4-0)
• Authorized administrator to move $300,000 from IR&M to Eastern Bank for capital call (4-0)
• Approved January 2024 warrant of $2,462,754.03 (4-0)
• Approved new member enrollments for 47 individuals (4-0)
• Approved buyback requests for Elizabeth Chasse ($4,790.16) and Henry Danis ($26,733.82) (4-0 each)
• Approved refunds for Yarimaliz Cruz ($230.11) and Maria Gonzalez ($16,195.40) (4-0)
• Approved rollovers for Jeffrey Shanahan ($37,857.17) and James Thibodeau ($26,546.35) (4-0)
• Appointed James Cleary to fifth board member position (3-0-1 abstention)

City Council

The Haverhill City Council will discuss updating the Conservation Commission ordinance to align with state law and create volunteer 'Conservation Partners' to help update the City's Open Space and Recreation Plan. The body will also consider a salary ordinance for firefighters and funding for snow removal.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 11, Sections 22-29 regarding the Conservation Commission
• Salary Ordinance and Memorandum of Agreement for Haverhill Firefighters Local 1011
• Order to authorize funds exceeding the $710,000 Fiscal 2024 Snow and Ice Appropriation
• Appointment of Lisa Mead, Esq. as Special City Solicitor
• Proposed parking restrictions for the entire west side of Bartlett Ave

The City Council voted 10-0 to refer the constable ordinance to the city solicitor for revision, following a discussion about POST Commission certification requirements. The council also approved a $710,000 snow and ice budget overrun, a firefighters' union contract, and several routine items. No final decisions were made on constable regulations or traffic restrictions.

• Referred constable ordinance to city solicitor for revision (10-0)
• Approved $710,000 snow and ice budget overrun (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Haverhill Firefighters Local 1011 (10-0)
• Approved warrant for Presidential Primary election (10-0)
• Approved appointment of Special City Solicitor Lisa Mead (10-0)
• Approved annual license renewals for vending machines (10-0)
• Approved removal of handicap parking at 23 Shepherd St (10-0)
• Approved parking restrictions on Bartlett Ave (10-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a loan order for conservation land acquisition and a budget transfer for early voting ballots. The body will also review an ordinance to amend Conservation Commission rules and discuss traffic safety on 8th Avenue.

• Loan Order for $180,800 in Land Acquisition Bonds for the Crystal Street/Jericho Road Conservation Project
• Order to transfer $11,000 from budget reserve to City Hall postage for early voting ballots
• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 11, Sections 22 through 29 regarding the Conservation Commission
• Discussion on 8th Avenue traffic and safety concerns
• Appointment of Kevin Dorr of 116 Lake st as Constable

The Haverhill City Council approved a transfer of $11,000 from budget reserve to City Hall postage for early voting ballots (8-0). They also passed a $180,800 loan order for land acquisition bonds to purchase property for the Crystal Street/Jericho Road Conservation Project. A proposed ordinance to amend Conservation Commission regulations was postponed due to incomplete documentation. The council discussed 8th Avenue traffic safety concerns and continued the matter to the next meeting for an update from the Police Chief.

• Approved $11,000 transfer from budget reserve to City Hall postage for early voting ballots (8-0)
• Passed $180,800 loan order for land acquisition bonds for Crystal Street/Jericho Road Conservation Project (all in favor)
• Postponed ordinance to amend Chapter 11 Conservation Commission sections to February 13 (all in favor)
• Approved constable appointment for Kevin Dorr (all in favor)
• Approved tag day for HHS Girls Lacrosse on April 6 & 7 (all in favor)
• Referred long-term planning discussion to Planning & Development Committee (11-0)
• Approved hawker/peddler license for Kenneth Zibolis (all in favor)
• Presented proclamation recognizing February 2024 as Black History Month

City Council

The City Council will discuss the acquisition of 35.56 acres for the Crystal Street/Jericho Road Conservation Project. The body is also reviewing a salary ordinance and contract agreement for the Water Purification Union Group.

• Proposed $594,458 purchase of 35.56 acres off Crystal Street for water supply protection
• Salary Ordinance and Memorandum of Agreement for Teamsters Water Purification Union Group
• Petition from National Grid for underground electric conduits at Bridge St/Main St and Middlesex St/South Main St
• Request by TM Auto Group LLC to add rental car services at 251 Winter St
• Proposed conversion of 38 Washington St into 8 residential rental units and 2 commercial units

The City Council unanimously approved the purchase of land for the Crystal Street/Jericho Road Conservation Project for water supply protection and passive recreation, funded by a state LAND grant. The council also approved a salary ordinance and MOA for the Water Purification Union, granted National Grid underground conduit locations for reliability upgrades, and allowed TM Auto Group to add rental car services at 251 Winter St. Non-confirming appointments for the Mayor's chief of staff and deputy chief of staff were confirmed.

• Approved land purchase for Crystal Street/Jericho Road Conservation Project (11-0)
• Approved salary ordinance and MOA with Teamsters Water Purification Union (unanimous)
• Granted National Grid underground electric conduit on Bridge St and Main St (11-0)
• Granted National Grid underground electric conduit on Middlesex St and South Main St (11-0)
• Approved TM Auto Group to add rental car services at 251 Winter St with conditions (11-0)
• Confirmed non-confirming appointments: Christine Lindberg as Chief of Staff, Josselyn DeLeon-Estrada as Deputy Chief of Staff (11-0)
• Set hearing for National Grid/Verizon joint pole location at Foundation Ave and Ward Hill Ave for Feb 27
• Set hearing for special permit to convert 38 Washington St upper floors into 8 residential units for Feb 27

City Council

The City Council will discuss authorizing design work for a boiler replacement project at Moody School using an 'at-risk' approach to avoid heating season delays. The body will also review 2024 polling locations and various license renewals.

• Proposed 'at-risk' construction documents for Moody School boiler project (estimated cost $100,000)
• Petition to accept O’Leary Way as a public way
• Approval of 2024 polling locations and early voting room at City Hall
• Payments to Allied Paving Corp ($6,709.95) and KP Law (multiple payments totaling $14,381.00)
• Joint pole location request at Walnut St and Locust St by National Grid and Verizon

The City Council approved the 2024 Hometown Heroes program (11-0), authorized work on Moody School boiler replacement (11-0), accepted O'Leary Way as a public way (11-0), and approved joint utility poles on Walnut Street (11-0). Several other routine items were passed unanimously, including appointments, polling locations, and abatement reports. No substantive decisions were denied or tabled.

• Approved 2024 Hometown Heroes program (11-0)
• Authorized Vertex Companies and NV5 to begin work on Moody School boiler replacement (11-0)
• Approved 2024 polling locations, poll workers, and early voting room (11-0)
• Approved joint utility poles at Walnut and Locust streets (11-0)
• Accepted O'Leary Way as a public way (11-0)
• Confirmed non-confirming appointments including Yenize Rozon as Treasurer (11-0)
• Approved payment of prior-year bills totaling $21,525.95 (11-0)
• Placed handicap parking ordinance for 5 Abbott St on file (11-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill Retirement Board approved a $2,560,067.60 December 2023 warrant and an estimated $2.5 million January 2024 warrant. The board also voted to consolidate all board funds into the PRIT fund when available. New member enrollments, retirements, and a survivor death benefit were approved.

• Approved December 2023 warrant for $2,560,067.60 (5-0)
• Approved estimated January 2024 warrant for $2,500,000 (5-0)
• Approved new member enrollments for 11 city employees (5-0)
• Accepted four superannuation retirements (5-0)
• Approved Survivor Section 101 Death Benefit for Ann Danis (5-0)
• Approved December 12, 2023 regular and executive session minutes (5-0)
• Voted to post 5th Member Board Seat on PERAC website (4-0-1 abstention)
• Voted to consolidate all board funds into PRIT when available (5-0)

License Commission

The Haverhill License Commission approved a one-day beer and wine license for Northern Essex Community College's Latino small business summit on January 24, 2024. They also approved multiple amendments to the alcohol license for Renaissance Golf Club and an updated security plan for the Elks Club. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved one-day beer and wine license for NECC business summit on Jan 24, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved multiple amendments to Renaissance Golf Club's alcohol license (unanimous)
• Approved updated security plan for Elks Club, with follow-up on new manager paperwork (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 7 and December 14, 2023 (unanimous)