Somerville, MA

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all right good evening everyone uh this is a meeting a special meeting of the city council it is monday july 27th uh just about 6 33. i am lance davis presiding i use he him pronouns uh note that pursuant to chapter two of the acts of 2025 this meeting of the city council is being conducted via remote participation uh so we will post an audio recording audio video recording transcript or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the city of somerville website and local cable access government channels uh clerk henderson would you please call the roll this is roll call counselor ewen campin counselor link here counselor scott president counselor clingen president council schozo president councilor saeed here counselor wheeler counselor hart here council mclaughlin counselor umba present and counselor davis here with nine members present we have quorum all right thank you um this meeting was called by the mayor for the purpose of discussing the topic of body-worn cameras there are a handful of items on the agenda um including a public hearing and i want to note that there's uh that at least in my mind there's some question as to whether a mayor can call a public hearing of the city council um i i i was made aware of this after the public hearing was was noticed um and uh you know in my opinion as president of the council it's it 's a good thing to hear from the public before we have this conversation and certainly having the conver …

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Special Meeting Agenda Remote Participation6:30 PMMonday, July 27, 2026 Special Meeting Published July 23, 2026, 4:15 PM. NOTICE: Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of the City Council may be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audiovideo recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Register at the following website to listen to this meeting live or to testify at any public hearing: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2ZKBxEsFSVmU_6EqGI2h3g Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES Roll Call (ID # 26-1231) Call of the Roll. 2. CITATIONS 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0378) Requesting approval to accept and expend a $231,635 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Police Department for a body-worn …

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Meeting Minutes 6:30 PMMonday, July 27, 2026 Special Meeting NOTICE: This is NOT the official version of the City Council's minutes. While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of the data provided, do not rely on this information without first checking with the City Clerk. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen City Councilor At Large Jon Link Ward Two City Councilor Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott Ward Four City Councilor Jesse Clingan City Councilor At Large Kristen Strezo Ward Five City Councilor Naima Sait City Councilor At Large Ben Wheeler Ward Seven City Councilor Emily Hardt Ward One City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin City Councilor At Large Wilfred N. Mbah Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Davis Present: The meeting was called to order at 6:33 PM by Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Davis. 1.1. Call of the Roll.Roll Call (ID # 26-1230) PLACED ON FILERESULT: 2. CITATIONS 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. ORDERS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS OF MEMBERS 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1. Requesting approval to accept and expend a $231,635 grant with no new match required, from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to the Police Department for a body-worn camera program. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0378) Discussed with items #26-1228 and #26-1229. Councilors expressed both support for body-worn cameras (BWCs) and concerns about the process, cost, and absence of civilia …

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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0378 — Approved

7 yea · 4 nay

Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Jon Link nay · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott nay · Jesse Clingan yea · Kristen Strezo yea · Naima Sait nay · Ben Wheeler nay · Emily Hardt yea · Matthew McLaughlin yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Lance L. Davis yea

26-1228 — Approved

7 yea · 4 nay

Ben Ewen-Campen nay · Jon Link nay · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott nay · Jesse Clingan yea · Kristen Strezo yea · Naima Sait nay · Ben Wheeler yea · Emily Hardt yea · Matthew McLaughlin yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Lance L. Davis yea

26-1229 — Approved

6 yea · 5 nay

Ben Ewen-Campen nay · Jon Link nay · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott nay · Jesse Clingan yea · Kristen Strezo yea · Naima Sait nay · Ben Wheeler nay · Emily Hardt yea · Matthew McLaughlin yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Lance L. Davis yea

The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 7:00 PM

City Council

City Council Chamber and Remote Participation

Thu Jul 9, 2026

City Council on 2026-07-09 7:00 PM

Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 7:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider $130.4M bond for Morrison Avenue Linear Storage project

The City Council will hold public hearings on three Eversource conduit installations, consider a $130.4 million bond for the Morrison Avenue Linear Storage project, and vote on a resolution to conduct an economic analysis of a proposed ordinance amendment. The mayor also requests approval of body-worn camera policies, several appointments to boards, and funding transfers for various city services.

Public hearings on Eversource conduit installations on Wheatland, Line, and Elm Streets
$130,392,395 bond request for Morrison Avenue Linear Storage project (Clean Water State Revolving Fund)
Resolution to analyze economic impact of proposed ordinance amendment to Chapter 2, Article 7, Division 1
Approval of Technology-Specific Surveillance Use Policy and Surveillance Technology Impact Report for body-worn cameras
Confirmation of appointments to the Affordable Housing Trust and Commission for Persons with Disabilities

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✓ Decided: Council approves three Eversource conduit location grants

The Council approved three Grant of Location applications from Eversource to install conduit on Wheatland Street, Line Street, and Elm Street. It also approved a resolution directing the Strategy and Development Department to conduct an economic analysis of a proposed ordinance amendment. Additional resolutions supporting nurses and health‑care workers, recognizing Disability Pride Month, and supporting State Auditor Diana DiZoglio were approved.

Approved Eversource Grant of Location for 7‑ft conduit on Wheatland St (ref 26‑1159)
Approved Eversource Grant of Location for 4.5‑ft conduit on Line St (ref 26‑1160)
Approved Eversource Grant of Location for 199‑ft conduit on Elm St (ref 26‑1161)
Approved resolution for economic analysis of ordinance amendment (ref 26‑1158)
Approved resolution supporting nurses and health‑care workers (ref 26‑1181)
Approved resolution reaffirming July as Disability Pride Month (ref 26‑1190)
Approved resolution supporting State Auditor Diana DiZoglio (ref 26‑1191)

City Council Chamber and Remote Participation

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Recording in progress. We now call this meeting of the Somerville City Council to order. Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of the Somerville City Council may be conducted via remote participation. Please know we will post an audio recording, audio video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of this proceeding as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. And will be available for future review. With a clerk, please call the roll. This is roll call. Councilor Ewing Campen. Here. Councilor Link. Here. Councilor Scott. Present. Councilor Klingen. Present. Councilor Strezzo. Present. Councilor Said. Here. Councilor Wheeler. Councilor Hart. Councilor McLaughlin. Councilor Umbach. And Councilor Davis. Okay. With nine members present, we have quorum. Thank you. Pursuant to our Rule 32, let it be known that this City Council salutes the flag of the United States of America. And let us recall our oaths to uphold the Constitution and the laws of the Commonwealth to the best of our abilities and understanding. We'll begin with a moment of silence. And then the Councilors will wish to speak about community members. Councilor Klingon. Thank you. I ask that we remember this evening Scott Michael McPherson . He's of Cambridge, but he is somewhat of a relative of mine . So Scott was the cherished son of the late Robert McPherson and the late Barbara Duquette McPherson. He leaves behind …

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Regular Meeting Agenda City Council Chamber and Remote Participation 7:00 PMThursday, July 9, 2026 Published July 7, 2026, 1:15 PM NOTICE: Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of the City Council may be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audiovideo recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Register at the following website to listen to this meeting live or to testify at any public hearing: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-vPh6mOZTaaIklojIMATDQ Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES 1.1. Roll Call (ID # 26-1196) Call of the Roll. 1.2. Remembrances (ID # 26-1197) Remembrances. 1.3. Minutes (ID # 26-1198) Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 11, 2026. 2. CITATIONS 2.1. Citation (ID # 26-1193) By Councilor Mbah Commending Jenneen Pagliaro on the auspicious occasion of her retirement after over 38 years of dedicated service. 3. PUBLIC H …

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Meeting Minutes 7:00 PM Thursday, July 9, 2026 NOTICE: This is NOT the official version of the City Council's minutes. While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of the data provided, do not rely on this information without first checking with the City Clerk. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES The meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM by At Large Councilor Wilfred Mbah The City Council entered recess at 7:21 PM and returned at 7:24 PM The City Council entered recess at 8:17 PM and returned at 8:24 PM The City Council entered recess at 8:53 PM and returned at 8:55 PM The City Council entered Executive Session at 10:24 PM The City Council returned to Regular Meeting Session at 11:25 PM 1.1. Call of the Roll. Roll Call (ID # 26-1196) Councilor Wheeler arrived at 7:03pm PLACED ON FILE RESULT: Ward Three City Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen Ward Two City Councilor Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott Ward Four City Councilor Jesse Clingan City Councilor At Large Kristen Strezo Ward Five City Councilor Naima Sait City Councilor At Large Ben Wheeler Ward Seven City Councilor Emily Hardt Ward One City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin City Councilor At Large Wilfred N. Mbah Present: Ward Six City Councilor Lance L. Davis Absent: City Councilor At Large Jon Link Remote: 1.2. Remembrances. Remembrances (ID # 26-1197) Councilor Clingan requested a moment of silence in memory of Scott Michael Macpherson. Councilor Wheeler requested a moment of sile …

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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0378 — Laid on the table

8 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent

Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Jon Link nay · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott nay · Jesse Clingan yea · Kristen Strezo yea · Naima Sait yea · Ben Wheeler yea · Emily Hardt yea · Matthew McLaughlin yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Lance L. Davis absent

26-0999 — Referred for recommendation

9 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Jon Link yea · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott yea · Jesse Clingan yea · Kristen Strezo nay · Naima Sait yea · Ben Wheeler yea · Emily Hardt yea · Matthew McLaughlin yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Lance L. Davis absent

26-1000 — Referred for recommendation

9 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

The other 86 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Thu Jul 9, 2026

City Council on 2026-07-09 7:00 PM

Wed Jul 8, 2026

Finance - 2026-07-07

Tue Jul 7, 2026

Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters - 2026-07-06

Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Finance Committee

Finance committee considers $231,635 police camera grant

The committee will approve minutes from seven recent meetings. The main item involves recommending approval of a $231,635 state grant for the police department to fund a body-worn camera program.

$231,635 state grant for police body-worn cameras

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends approval of $231,635 police body-worn camera grant

The committee approved several sets of previous meeting minutes. Members also voted to recommend the acceptance and expenditure of a $231,635 grant for a police body-worn camera program.

Accepted May 26, 2026 minutes
Accepted June 9, 2026 minutes
Accepted June 10, 2026 minutes
Accepted June 15, 2026 minutes
Accepted June 16, 2026 minutes
Accepted June 17, 2026 minutes
Accepted June 23, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes
Recommended approval of $231,635 police body-worn camera grant (3-2)

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts Finance Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Virtual6:00 PMTuesday, July 7, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n_RUVG73R4aiqJ0_cqc-FQ (Posted online: 7/3/26 at 9:45 AM) Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n_RUVG73R4aiqJ0_cqc-FQ Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. Roll Call 1. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-0943) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting of May 26, 2026. 2. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-1142) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting of June 9, 2026. 3. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-1143) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting of June …

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0378 — Recommended to be not approved

4 nay · 1 yea

Jon Link nay · Kristen Strezo yea · Emily Hardt nay · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott nay · Ben Wheeler nay

The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee

Somerville committee reviews appointments to climate, housing, and wage theft commissions.

The Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee will review and recommend several mayoral appointments to city advisory boards. The committee will also consider a councilor’s order to update hiring practices for the City Council and City Clerk departments. All recommendations will go to the full City Council for final action.

Confirm Taylor Perkins and Calli Masters to the Fair Housing Commission
Confirm Jurett Mooltrey-Weathers to the Affordable Housing Trust
Confirm 14 residents to the Climate Action Commission
Approve councilor order updating hiring practices for City Council and Clerk departments
Appoint six members to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends 6 Wage Theft Advisory members with staggered terms

The committee voted 4-0 to accept the previous meeting's minutes and kept an order on hiring practices in committee. It recommended approval of 16 appointments, including six to the Wage Theft Advisory Committee with randomly assigned one-, two-, and three-year terms, two to the Fair Housing Commission, one to the Affordable Housing Trust, and 12 to the Climate Action Commission.

Accepted minutes of May 4, 2026 (4-0)
Kept order on City Council and City Clerk hiring practices in committee
Recommended Taylor Perkins to Fair Housing Commission (4-0)
Recommended Rodrigo Badaro, Bea Gomez-Mouakad, Marianne Walles, Martin Sanchez, Yesenia Alfaro, and Marcy Goldstein-Gelb to Wage Theft Advisory Committee with staggered terms (4-0)
Recommended Jurett Mooltrey-Weathers to Affordable Housing Trust (4-0)
Recommended Calli Masters to Fair Housing Commission (4-0)
Recommended Alexis Washburn, Corey Donahue, Courtney Koslow, Kenzie Ballard, Zahra Atti, Lauren Gunther, Ritika Philip, Paxti Martinez, Larry Yu, Monte Allen, Sierra Moll, and Bhavika Kalia to Climate Action Commission (each 4-0)

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Virtual6:00 PMMonday, July 6, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_v9vfxQTNQJSGB7VIszI97g (Posted online: 6/29/26 at 9:45AM) Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_v9vfxQTNQJSGB7VIszI97g Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. Roll Call 1. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-0858) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee Meeting of May 4, 2026. 2. Order (ID # 25-1423) Referred for Recommendation: By Councilor Mbah That the City Clerk implement the hiring practices detailed within for positions in t …

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🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0858 — Accepted

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-0655 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1013 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1083 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1085 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1086 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1087 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1088 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1089 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1091 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1092 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1093 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1094 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1095 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1096 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1097 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1098 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

26-1099 — Recommended to be approved

4 yea · 1 absent

Matthew McLaughlin absent · Emily Hardt yea · Jon Link yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea

Fri Jul 3, 2026

Finance Committee on 2026-07-07 6:00 PM

Thu Jul 2, 2026

Public Health and Public Safety - 2026-07-01

Thu Jul 2, 2026

Housing, Community Development and Equity - 2026-07-01

Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Housing, Community Development and Equity Committee

Committee discusses accessibility, playground equity, and community facility use

The committee will review updates on inclusive playground accessibility and the condition of communication boards for nonverbal children. Members will also discuss the future of Founders Rink and cost barriers facing low-income residents in city programs.

Report on playground communication boards for nonverbal children
Update on the Kensington Connector mobility project
Discussion on future community use of Founders Rink
Staffing update for the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Coordinator role
Review of cost barriers for youth accessing programs like Veterans Memorial Rink

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✓ Decided: Committee hears updates on playground boards, Founders Rink, and ADA hiring

The Housing, Community Development and Equity Committee received and marked several orders as work completed, including updates on playground communication boards, the Kensington Connector, Founders Rink operations, inclusive playground plans, and website accessibility compliance. Two items—the ADA Coordinator hiring update and the volunteer policy discussion—were kept in committee for future work. No binding actions or final approvals were taken; all matters remain at the discussion stage.

Accepted minutes of April 15, 2026 meeting (2-0, 1 absent)
Recommended to mark work completed on order regarding playground communication boards (2-0)
Recommended to mark work completed on order regarding Kensington Connector (2-0)
Recommended to mark work completed on order regarding Founders Rink (2-0)
Recommended to mark work completed on order regarding inclusive playground at Kennedy Playground (2-0)
Kept in committee update on ADA Coordinator hiring and complaint process
Recommended to mark work completed on website accessibility compliance update (2-0)
Kept in committee resolution on city volunteer policy

Committee Room and Remote Participation

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts Housing, Community Development and Equity Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Committee Room and Remote Participation 6:00 PMWednesday, July 1, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mp0rDMpjRHuRvIwQIOA_3A (Posted online: 6/25/26 at 11:00 AM) Original (Posted online: 6/29/26 at 9:45 AM) Revised Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mp0rDMpjRHuRvIwQIOA_3A Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. Roll Call 1. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-0722) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Housing, Community Development and Equity Committee Meeting of April 15, 2026. 2. Order (ID # 26-0082) Referred for Recommendation: By Councilor Strezo That th …

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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0722 — Accepted

2 yea · 1 absent

Naima Sait absent · Jon Link yea · Kristen Strezo yea

26-0082 — Recommended to be marked work completed

2 yea · 1 absent

Naima Sait absent · Jon Link yea · Kristen Strezo yea

26-0059 — Recommended to be marked work completed

2 yea · 1 absent

Naima Sait absent · Jon Link yea · Kristen Strezo yea

26-0052 — Recommended to be marked work completed

2 yea · 1 absent

Naima Sait absent · Jon Link yea · Kristen Strezo yea

26-0051 — Recommended to be marked work completed

2 yea · 1 absent

Naima Sait absent · Jon Link yea · Kristen Strezo yea

26-0973 — Recommended to be marked work completed

2 yea · 1 absent

Naima Sait absent · Jon Link yea · Kristen Strezo yea

26-1078 — Recommended to be marked work completed

2 yea · 1 absent

Naima Sait absent · Jon Link yea · Kristen Strezo yea

Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 6:30 PM

Public Health and Public Safety Committee

Committee discusses public safety, accessibility, and health initiatives

The committee will review several resolutions regarding police activity in Davis Square, digital and physical ADA compliance, and public health concerns. Discussions also include rodent control measures, fire equipment maintenance, and the provision of free menstrual products in City Hall.

Police report on drug activity near Davis Square and Hodgkins-Curtin park
Request for documentation regarding cyclist traffic enforcement in Union Square
Report on digital accessibility and WCAG compliance for city websites
Proposal for latched trash barrels to address rodent issues
Resolution to install free menstrual product dispensers in City Hall and city bathrooms

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✓ Decided: Committee recommended completed status for multiple public safety items

The Public Health and Public Safety Committee voted 2-0 to approve minutes from two previous meetings. They recommended marking as work completed several resolutions, including updates on police response to drug activity in Davis Square and conditions at the Broadway Salvation Army site. Two public communications and a resolution on latching trash barrels were kept in committee.

Approved minutes of October 30, 2025 meeting (2-0)
Approved minutes of December 1, 2025 Rodent Issues meeting (2-0)
Recommended marking Resolution #26-1018 (Davis Square drug enforcement) as work completed
Recommended marking Resolution #26-0972 (Broadway Salvation Army site) as work completed
Recommended marking Resolution #26-0944 (Union Square bike enforcement) as work completed
Recommended marking Resolution #26-0824 (WCAG web accessibility compliance) as work completed
Recommended marking Resolution #26-0647 (fire apparatus update) as work completed
Recommended marking Order #26-0243 (Police Civilian Oversight Committee update) as work completed

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts Public Health and Public Safety Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Virtual6:30 PMWednesday, July 1, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sCePqd69TQOFSZjkoyNm3Q (Posted online: 6/24/26 at 4:00 PM) Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sCePqd69TQOFSZjkoyNm3Q Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. Roll Call 1. Committee Minutes (ID # 25-1709) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Public Health and Public Safety Committee Meeting of October 30, 2025. 2. Committee Minutes (ID # 25-1855) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Rodent Issues Special Committee Meeting of December 1, 2025. 3. Resolution (ID # 26-1018) Sent for Discu …

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

25-1709 — Accepted

2 yea · 1 absent

Kristen Strezo absent · Jesse Clingan yea · Matthew McLaughlin yea

25-1855 — Accepted

2 yea · 1 absent

Kristen Strezo absent · Jesse Clingan yea · Matthew McLaughlin yea

Wed Jul 1, 2026

Legislative Matters - 2026-06-30

Tue Jun 30, 2026

Sustainability and Infrastructure - 2026-06-29

Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Legislative Matters Committee

The committee reviews surveillance tech policies and proposed tenant lease rules

The Legislative Matters Committee will review mayoral requests for surveillance technology impact reports covering Smart Tree Inventory, CrimeTracer, and body-worn cameras, alongside a new use policy and grant application. The body will also consider a home rule petition to authorize city regulation of leases and tenancy-at-will agreements, plus an ordinance mandating building sale notices to tenants. Additional items include amendments to the Welcoming Communities Ordinance for stronger civil rights protections and a proposal to ban taxpayer funds from self-promotion.

Approval of Surveillance Technology Impact Reports for Smart Tree Inventory, CrimeTracer, and Body-Worn Cameras
Adoption of a Technology-Specific Surveillance Use Policy for Body-Worn Cameras
Mayor’s home rule petition to authorize city regulation of leases and tenancy-at-will agreements
Ordinance requiring property owners to provide tenants with notice of building sales
Amendment to the Welcoming Communities Ordinance to enhance civil rights protections

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends home rule petition to regulate early lease renewals (5-0)

The Legislative Matters Committee recommended approval of a Home Rule Petition that would let Somerville regulate early lease renewals and tenancy-at-will agreements, aiming to give tenants more time to decide before re-signing. The committee also approved an ordinance requiring property owners to notify tenants when a building is sold, and recommended approval of several surveillance technology reports. A proposed ordinance to restrict city business with entities tied to Israel was kept in committee after debate and a failed motion to study its economic impact.

Recommended approval of Home Rule Petition for early leasing regulation (5-0)
Recommended approval of ordinance requiring notice of building sale to tenants (5-0)
Kept in committee ordinance restricting city business with Israel-linked entities
Recommended approval of 2025 Surveillance Technology Annual Report
Recommended approval of Smart Tree Inventory surveillance impact report
Kept in committee CrimeTracer surveillance impact report
Discharged with no recommendation Body-Worn Camera surveillance impact report (3-2)
Approved motion to amend early leasing ordinance (replace 'property' with 'premise') (5-0)

Virtual

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts Legislative Matters Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Virtual6:00 PMTuesday, June 30, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YDv3_8HPRbGLf8pBOupTxw (Posted online: 6/25/26 at 10:45 AM) Original (Posted online: 6/25/26 at 5:00 PM) Revised Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YDv3_8HPRbGLf8pBOupTxw Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. Roll Call 1. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-0940) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Legislative Matters Committee Meeting of May 19, 2026. 2. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0797) Referred for Recommendation: Requesting approval of a Home Rule Petition to authorize the City of Somerville to regulate lease …

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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0999 — Recommended to be discharged with no recommendation

3 yea · 2 nay

Lance L. Davis nay · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Kristen Strezo yea · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott nay

26-1000 — Recommended to be discharged with no recommendation

3 yea · 2 nay

Lance L. Davis nay · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Kristen Strezo yea · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott nay

The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Jun 29, 2026

Confirmation of Appointments and Personnel Matters Committee on 2026-07-06 6:00 PM

Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee

Committee discusses water meter sizing and residential billing rates

The committee will review how water and sewer meters are assigned to residential properties. Members will also discuss the implementation of a tiered base rate structure based on pipe size and address public comments regarding the Combined Sewer Overflow Plan.

Review of water and sewer metering and billing practices
Request for portable restrooms at Hoyt-Sullivan playground
Discussion of tiered residential base rates for 5/8-inch vs 1-inch pipes
Public comments regarding the draft Combined Sewer Overflow Plan

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✓ Decided: Committee discusses water metering and CSO elimination

The committee accepted the previous meeting's minutes and kept three resolutions to request reports from water and sewer officials. Residents presented concerns about Combined Sewer Overflows and proposed full sewer separation.

Accepted April 29, 2026 committee minutes
Kept resolution for water and sewer metering overview
Kept resolution for portable restroom at Hoyt-Sullivan playground
Kept resolution for infrastructure director to discuss tiered residential base rates
Kept resolution for water and sewer director to discuss meter sizing process
Public communication on Combined Sewer Overflow Plan marked work completed

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Virtual6:00 PMMonday, June 29, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_D_69qY-kQjiX9Nu9Z8lvqQ (Posted online: 6/24/26 at 1:15 PM) Original (Posted online: 6/29/26 at 9:45 AM) Revised Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_D_69qY-kQjiX9Nu9Z8lvqQ Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. Roll Call 1. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-0856) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee Meeting of April 29, 2026. 2. Resolution (ID # 26-0832) Sent for Discussion: By Councilor Hardt That the Director of Water and Sewer provide an overview of the …

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0856 — Accepted

3 yea

Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott yea · Emily Hardt yea · Jesse Clingan yea

Thu Jun 25, 2026

City Council on 2026-06-25 7:00 PM

Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 7:00 PM

City Council

Council approves budget transfers, zoning amendments, and traffic calming

The Somerville City Council will review and vote on numerous budget transfers, grant acceptances, and contract extensions, including over $1.6 million for snow removal and $8.3 million in Community Preservation Act funds. The meeting also covers public hearings for utility conduit installations on several streets, a requested zoning text amendment by residents, and resolutions on traffic calming in Prospect Hill and heat reduction near two schools. Councilors are also addressing equity barriers for youth city programs and standardizing the city’s volunteer policy.

Request for zoning text amendment by 26 voters to modify multiple Zoning Ordinance sections
Resolution calling for traffic calming measures in the Prospect Hill neighborhood
Approval of $1,624,494 in free cash transfers to cover FY2026 snow removal deficits
Acceptance of $8,367,344 in estimated FY2027 Community Preservation Act revenue
Public hearings for Eversource and Verizon conduit installations on Mt. Vernon, Main, Bow, and Somerville Streets

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning amendments and several municipal fund transfers

The City Council passed a zoning text amendment requested by registered voters. They also approved numerous budget transfers for tree maintenance, snow removal, and housing assistance.

Approved zoning text amendment (11-0)
Approved Eversource grant of location for Mt. Vernon Street conduit
Approved Verizon New England grants of location for Main St, Bow St, and Somerville Ave
Referred pet store animal sale ordinance to Legislative Matters Committee
Sent traffic calming resolution for Prospect Hill to Traffic and Parking Committee
Approved resolution for heat island reduction near local schools
Sent order regarding youth ice rink costs to Housing, Community Development and Equity Committee
Sent volunteer policy resolution to Housing, Community Development and Equity Committee

City Council Chamber and Remote Participation

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts City Council Regular Meeting Agenda City Council Chamber and Remote Participation 7:00 PM Thursday, June 25, 2026 Published June 23, 2026, 2:15 PM, Revised June 25, 2026, 1:35 PM NOTICE: Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of the City Council may be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audiovideo recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Register at the following website to listen to this meeting live or to testify at any public hearing: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RST_bfyiT9WYc5PBLS2v3A Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. 1. OPENING CEREMONIES 1.1. Roll Call (ID # 26-1128) Call of the Roll. 1.2. Remembrances (ID # 26-1124) Remembrances. 1.3. Minutes (ID # 26-1125) Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 28, 2026. 1.4. Minutes (ID # 26-1126) Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of June 4, 2026. 2. CITATIONS 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.1. Grant of Location (ID # 2 …

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-1151 — Approved

9 yea · 2 nay

Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Jon Link yea · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott nay · Jesse Clingan yea · Kristen Strezo nay · Naima Sait yea · Ben Wheeler yea · Emily Hardt yea · Matthew McLaughlin yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Lance L. Davis yea

The other 44 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Licenses and Permits Committee

Committee reviews utility conduit installations by Eversource

The committee will consider several requests from Eversource to install underground conduit across various city streets. This includes a small installation near Hudson Street and a larger project involving 641 feet of conduit at Somerville Avenue and Prospect Street.

Grant of Location: 10 feet of conduit next to 135 Hudson Street
Grant of Location: 31 feet of conduit at 0 Richardson Street
Grant of Location: 641 feet of conduit at Somerville Avenue and Prospect Street
Public comments regarding the 135 Hudson Street project

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✓ Decided: Committee approves EV charger conduit installation (3-0)

The committee approved three grants of location for Eversource conduit work, including one supporting new city EV charging stations at 135 Hudson Street. Two public comments regarding the EV charger location were marked as work completed. The prior meeting minutes were also accepted.

Approved minutes of May 13, 2026 (3-0)
Marked public comments #26-0910 and #26-0864 as work completed
Approved Grant of Location for 10 ft conduit at 135 Hudson St for EV chargers (3-0)
Approved Grant of Location for 31 ft conduit at 0 Richardson St (3-0)
Approved Grant of Location for 641 ft conduit and manhole at 51 Prospect St (3-0)

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts Licenses and Permits Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Virtual6:00 PMWednesday, June 24, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lyVlfITMSIaB2Ipqae9-vw (Posted online: 6/5/26 at 12:30 PM) Original (Posted online: 6/17/26 at 10:00 AM) Revised Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lyVlfITMSIaB2Ipqae9-vw Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. Roll Call 1. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-0861) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Licenses and Permits Committee Meeting of May 13, 2026. 2. Public Communication (ID # 26-0910) Sent for Discussion: Diane Covino submitting comments re: item #26-0750, a Grant of Location to install 10 feet of co …

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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0861 — Accepted

3 yea

Lance L. Davis yea · Ben Wheeler yea · Emily Hardt yea

26-0750 — Recommended to be approved

3 yea

Lance L. Davis yea · Ben Wheeler yea · Emily Hardt yea

26-0980 — Recommended to be approved

3 yea

Lance L. Davis yea · Ben Wheeler yea · Emily Hardt yea

26-0981 — Recommended to be approved

3 yea

Lance L. Davis yea · Ben Wheeler yea · Emily Hardt yea

Wed Jun 24, 2026

Licenses and Permits - 2026-06-24

Wed Jun 24, 2026

Finance - 2026-06-23

Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Finance Committee

Committee reviews FY 2027 budget requests and enterprise fund appropriations

The Finance Committee is reviewing the upcoming fiscal year budget, including a $376.7 million general fund request. Members will consider several large-scale transfers for water, sewer, infrastructure, and salary stabilization funds.

Increase Licensing Commissioner salaries to $15,180 total
$400,000 request for Youth Development Services grants
$24.6 million Water Enterprise Fund and $39.6 million Sewer Enterprise Fund budgets
$7.15 million transfer for Street Reconstruction and Renovation
$376,778,493 General Fund Operating Budget appropriation

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✓ Decided: Approved $376.8M FY27 general fund budget (8-1)

The Finance Committee recommended approval of the $376.8M FY27 General Fund Operating Budget (8-1). Seven resolutions were approved unanimously, including a 10% raise for crossing guards, restoration of Youth Development grants, and funding for the Summer Baby Program. Several enterprise and capital fund transfers were discharged with no recommendation.

Approved $376.8M FY27 General Fund Operating Budget (8-1, 2 recused)
Approved 10% raise for crossing guards (unanimous)
Approved $400,000 for Youth Development Services grants (unanimous)
Approved $20,000 for teen out-of-school time programming (unanimous)
Approved $15,180 increase for Licensing Commission salaries (unanimous)
Approved restoring Racial and Social Justice Department funding (unanimous)
Approved reinstating Home Visitor position in Summer Baby Program (unanimous)
Discharged without recommendation $24.7M Water Enterprise Fund budget and other enterprise/transfer items

City Council Chamber

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts Finance Committee Regular Meeting Agenda City Council Chamber6:00 PMTuesday, June 23, 2026 Committee of the Whole https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JuzXsnw-Tqm7iA7pQlxVKA (Posted online: 6/18/26 at 11:15 AM) Original (Posted online: 6/23/26 at 12:50 PM) Revised Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JuzXsnw-Tqm7iA7pQlxVKA Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. Roll Call 1. Review of the FY 2027 Budget 2. Submission of Orders and Resolutions by City Councilors 2.1 Resolution By Councilor Strezo 6/9/26 That the collective salaries of Licensing Commissioners be increased to $15,180 with the Chair receiving $5,180 and Licensing Commissioners 2 …

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0950 — Recommended to be approved

8 yea · 2 abstain · 1 nay

Jon Link yea · Kristen Strezo yea · Emily Hardt yea · Jefferson Thomas (J.T.) Scott nay · Ben Wheeler yea · Jesse Clingan abstain · Ben Ewen-Campen yea · Lance L. Davis abstain · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Matthew McLaughlin yea · Naima Sait yea

Tue Jun 23, 2026

Traffic and Parking - 2026-06-22

Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Finance Committee

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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Traffic and Parking Committee

Committee to discuss traffic safety and bike lane markings on several streets

The Traffic and Parking Committee will discuss multiple resolutions including installing colored lane markings for bus and bike lanes on Prospect Street, evaluating a raised intersection at Columbus/Prospect Hill/Stone, adding speed bumps on Vernon and Elmwood streets, and increasing enforcement in Teele Square. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

Install colored lane markings on Prospect Street for bus and bike lanes
Evaluate raised intersection at Columbus Ave, Prospect Hill Pkwy, and Stone Ave
Install speed bumps on Vernon Street and Elmwood Street
Increase traffic enforcement in Teele Square focusing on crosswalks
Add signage and enforcement for one-way direction on Whitfield Road

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 8 traffic resolutions as completed, including bus lane markings

The Traffic and Parking Committee voted to recommend all eight resolutions as work completed, covering signage enforcement on Whitfield Road, art for pedestrian safety on Perkins Street, increased enforcement in Teele Square, colored lane markings for bus and bike lanes on Prospect Street, daylighting at Durham and Hanson, speed bumps on Vernon Street and Elmwood Street, and a raised intersection study at Columbus/Prospect Hill/Stone. The committee also accepted minutes from April and May meetings. All votes were 3-0.

Approved signage and enforcement for one-way traffic on Whitfield Road (3-0)
Approved urban Neighborways art on Perkins Street for pedestrian safety (3-0)
Approved increased traffic enforcement in Teele Square with four-week evaluation (3-0)
Approved colored pavement markings for bus and bike lanes on Prospect Street, work to begin August (3-0)
Approved daylighting improvements at Durham and Hanson Street intersection (3-0)
Approved data collection for speed bump on Vernon Street (3-0)
Approved data collection and review for speed bumps on Elmwood Street (3-0)
Approved evaluation of raised intersection at Columbus/Prospect Hill/Stone (3-0)

Virtual

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City of Somerville, Massachusetts Traffic and Parking Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Virtual6:00 PMMonday, June 22, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yEBSdBbVQcqrjNnnZ1eFJQ (Posted online: 6/16/26 at 9:15 AM) Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yEBSdBbVQcqrjNnnZ1eFJQ Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication ( i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or [email protected]. Roll Call 1. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-0854) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Traffic and Parking Committee Meeting of April 27, 2026. 2. Committee Minutes (ID # 26-0939) Agenda Ready: Approval of the Minutes of the Traffic and Parking Committee Meeting of May 18, 2026. 3. Resolution (ID # 26-1021) Sent for Discussion: By Councilor Hardt That the …

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

26-0854 — Accepted

3 yea

Ben Wheeler yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Naima Sait yea

26-0939 — Accepted

3 yea

Ben Wheeler yea · Wilfred N. Mbah yea · Naima Sait yea

Fri Jun 19, 2026

Land Use - 2026-06-18

Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 6:30 PM

Land Use Committee

Council considers TIF zone for Assembly Square and East Somerville housing

The Land Use Committee will hold public hearings on two items: a proposed Urban Center Housing Tax Increment Financing (UCH-TIF) Zone for Assembly Square and East Somerville, and a zoning ordinance amendment regarding homeless shelters. They will also consider a zoning map amendment for properties at 2 and 9 Union Square and 286, 290, 298 Somerville Avenue.

Public hearing on UCH-TIF Zone, Plan, and Agreement for Assembly Square and East Somerville
Public hearing on zoning ordinance amendment to Section 2.1.1 regarding Homeless Shelters
Other business: Zoning Map Amendment request for 2,9 Union Square and 286,290,298 Somerville Ave from CC5 to MR6

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends withdrawal of Union Square zoning map amendment

The Land Use Committee held public hearings on the Urban Center Housing Tax Increment Financing (UCH-TIF) Zone and a homeless shelter zoning amendment, both kept in committee. The committee recommended withdrawal of a zoning map amendment for properties at 2 and 9 Union Square and 286, 290, 298 Somerville Avenue.

Recommended withdrawal of zoning map amendment for 2 and 9 Union Square, 286, 290, 298 Somerville Ave

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