A Regular Meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chamber on Thursday, February 26, 2004 at 7:05 P.M. for the purpose of transacting any and all business. Notice of this meeting was posted on February 20, 2004 at 11:07 A. M.
All Councillors were present.
Council President Leonard F. O’Leary presided.
Councillor Sargent moved to dispense with the reading of the record of the previous meeting. It was so voted.
President O’Leary requested that everyone please rise to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
#125 – APPT. DONNA CLIFFORD, COUNCIL ON AGING
The Mayor’s appointment of Donna Clifford to serve as a member of the Council on Aging Board for a term to expire February 1, 2007 was confirmed under suspension of the rules by a unanimous roll call vote of 11 yeas, 0 nays, and 0 absent.
Councillor Bencal requested and received unanimous consent to suspend the rules to allow Ms. Clifford to speak.
Councillor Harvey moved a City Seal to Mrs. Fusco. It was so voted.
#126 – APPT. FRANKLIN J. HALL, CONSTABLE
The Mayor’s appointment of Franklin J. Hall to serve as a Constable for a term to expire January 11, 2007, was received and filed.
#127 – APPR. FIRE DEPARTMENTS, SALARIES FULL TIME
The following Order, recommended by the Mayor, was adopted under suspension of the rules.
ORDERED: That the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-four Dollars and fifty cents ($153,624.50) is hereby appropriated
from the “Fund Balance Reserved for Appropriation-Free Cash” Account to the “Fire Department Salaries-Full Time” Account in accordance with the recommendation of His Honor the Mayor.
#128 – APPR. FIRE DEPARTMENT – RETIREMENT ANTICIPATION
The following Order, recommended by the Mayor, was adopted under suspension of the rules.
Councillor Harvey moved a City Seal to Captain Brophy. It was so voted.
ORDERED: That the sum of Fifty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Nine Dollars and ten cents ($59,309.10) is hereby appropriated from the “Fund Balance Reserved for Appropriation – Free Cash” Account to the “Fire Department-Retirement Anticipation” Account in accordance with the recommendation of His Honor the Mayor.
#129 – APPR. FIRE DEPARTMENT-RETIREMENT ANTICIPATION
The following Order, recommended by the Mayor, was adopted under suspension of the rules.
Councillor Harvey moved a City Seal to Captain Brophy. It was so voted.
ORDERED: That the sum of Thirty-Four Thousand One Hundred Nineteen Dollars and thirty-four cents ($34,119.34) is hereby appropriated from the “Fund Balance Reserved for Appropriation-Free Cash” Account to the “Fund Balance Reserved for Appropriation-Free Cash” Account to the “Fire Department-Retirement Anticipation” Account in accordance with the recommendation of His Honor the Mayor.
#130 – APPR. VETERANS SERVICES-VETERANS BENEFITS-IN STATE TRAVEL
The following Order, recommended by the Mayor, was adopted under suspension of the rules.
ORDERED: That the sum of Thirteen Thousand Dollars ($13,000.00) is hereby appropriated from the “Fund Balance Reserved for Appropriation-Free Cash” Account to the following “Veterans Services” Accounts: “Veterans Benefits” ($10,000.00) and “In State Travel” ($3,000.00) in accordance with the recommendation of His Honor the Mayor.
#131 – APPR. CEMETERY-BURIAL
The following Order, recommended by the Mayor, was referred to the Committee on Administration and Finance, under the rules.
ORDERED: That the sum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) is hereby appropriated from the “Receipts Reserved-Cemetery-Sale of Lots” Account to the “Cemetery-Burial” Account in accordance with the recommendation of His Honor the Mayor.
#132 – APPR. FIRE DEPARTMENT RETIREMENT ANTICIPATION
The following Order, recommended by the Mayor, was adopted under suspension of the rules.
Councillor Harvey moved a City Seal for Bonnie Keene Reale. It was so voted.
ORDERED: That the sum of Six Thousand Five Hundred ThirtyFour Dollars and forty-one cents ($6,534.41) is hereby appropriated from the “Fund Balance Reserved for Appropriation-Free Cash to the “Fire Department-Retirement Anticipation” Account in accordance with the recommendation of His Honor the Mayor.
#133 – APPR. ELECTIONS AND REGISTRATION-SALARIES OVERTIME
The following Order, recommended by the Mayor, was adopted under suspension of the rules.
ORDERED: That the sum of Two Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($2,500.00) is hereby appropriated from the “Fund Balance Reserved for Appropriation-Free Cash” Account to the “Elections and Registrations-Salaries-Overtime” Account in accordance with the recommendation of His Honor the Mayor.
#134 – PERMANENT USE OF EASEMENT TO PALMER COVE YACHT CLUB, CERTAIN FLATS
The following Order, recommended by the Mayor, was referred to the Committee on Public Health Safety and Environment.
Councillor Harvey was recorded as “opposed”.
ORDERED: That the City Council adopts and authorizes the Mayor to grant on behalf of the City of Salem a permanent use easement to Palmer Cove Yacht Club of certain flats owned by the City.
#135 – 60 DAY TRIAL PERIOD, FLINT STREET
Councillor Bencal introduced the following Order, which was referred to the Committee on Public Health, Safety and Environment.
ORDERED: That the Police Traffic Division institute the following traffic regulations for a trial period of up to 60 days.
Flint Street, northbound at the intersection with Mason Street, 3 way stop sign, 60-day trial period.
#136 – FIRST PASSAGE, ORDINANCE, TRAFFIC, STOP SIGN, HAZEL STREET
Councillor Veno introduced the following Ordinance, which was adopted for first passage.
In the Year two thousand and four
An Ordinance to amend an Ordinance relative to Traffic, Obedience to Isolated Stop Sign
Be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Salem, as follows:
Section 1. Chapter 42, Section 49, is hereby amended by adding the following:
“Hazel Street, northbound at the intersection with Ocean Avenue, Stop Sign.”
#137 – FIRST PASSAGE, ORDINANCE, TRAFFIC, PARKING PROHIBITED, RAYMOND AVENUE
Councillor O’Keefe in conjunction with Councillor Sosnowski introduced the following Ordinance, which was adopted for first passage.
In the year two thousand and four
An Ordinance to amend an Ordinance relative to Traffic, Parking Prohibited at Certain Times on Certain Streets
Be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Salem, as follows:
Section 1. Chapter 42, Section 51B Raymond Avenue, is hereby amended by deleting in it’s entirety and inserting in place thereof the following:
“Raymond Avenue both sides of the street from Lafayette Street to #22 Raymond Avenue, “No Parking Monday through Friday, 8:00 A. M. to 5:00 P. M. Except Holidays.”
#138 – PLANNING DIRECTOR FORWARD A MONTHLY REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Councillor Bencal introduced the following Order, which was adopted.
ORDERED: That the Assistant Planning Director provide the City Council a report which details the status of each grant application made, also detail actions to be taken on subsequent grants.
Further, that this report be forwarded on a monthly basis a required by the City of Salem’s Code of Ordinances, Section 30-97 paragraph c (5).
#139 – FIRST PASSAGE, ORDINANCE, HANDICAP PARKING, RAYMOND AVENUE
Councillor O’Keefe introduced the following Ordinance, which was adopted for first passage.
In the year two thousand and Four
An Ordinance to amend an Ordinance relative to Traffic, Handicap Parking
Be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Salem, as follows:
Section 1. Chapter 42, Section 50B, is hereby amended by adding the following:
“Raymond Avenue, in front of #23 for a distance of twenty (20) feet. Handicap Parking Tow Zone.”
#140 – DPW DIRECTOR RESURFACE RAYMOND ROAD
Councillor Harvey in conjunction with Councillor O’Keefe introduced the following Order, which was adopted.
ORDERED: That the Department of Public Works Director immediately work to resurface Raymond Road as soon as the pits are open in the spring.
Also that the DPW Director seek reimbursement from the parties that have torn it up. And the DPW Director report back the next Council meeting.
#141 – CABLE COMMISSION BE ESTABLISHED
Councillor Lovely, introduced the following Order.
ORDERED: That the Mayor be requested to re-establish a Cable Commission to address contracts, complaints, etc. for the convenience of the citizens of Salem, and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs for discussion and review.
Councillor O’Keefe amended to invite SATV regarding more cameras and Assistant Solicitor Gilbert.
The Order was adopted and shall now read as follows:
ORDERED: That the Mayor be requested to re-establish a Cable Commission to address contracts, complaints, etc. for the convenience of the citizens of Salem, and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs for discussion and review. Also invite SATV regarding more cameras and Assistant Solicitor Gilbert.
#142 – COMMITTEE MEET RE: DOG PARK
Councillor Bencal in conjunction with Councillor Sosnowski introduced the following Order, which was adopted.
ORDERED: That the Dog Park Advisory Committee, the Director of Park and Recreation Department, the Animal Control Officer, Dr. Elizabeth Brandt of the Federal Street neighborhood Association, and the Mayor or his representative be invited to appear before the Committee on Public Health, Safety and Environment on March 9, 2004 at 6:00 P. M. to discuss the creation of a dog park in the City of Salem.
#143 - (#70, #113-#118) - GRANTING– LICENSES
Councillor O’Keefe offered the following report for the Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs. It was voted to accept the report and adopt the recommendation.
The Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs to whom was referred the matter of granting certain licenses has considered said matter and would recommend approval.
FORTUNETELLING STORE Angelica of the Angels, 7 Central St.
The Goddess’ Treasure Chest
FORTUNETELLING Sylvia Martinez, 7 Derby Square, Salem
TAG DAY S.H.S. Baseball, April 17, 2004
Salem Little League, May 8, 2004
Salem Little League, June 19, 2004
TAXI OPERATOR Juan Baez, 18 Lawton Ave., Lynn
George J. Cady, 11 Arthur St., Salem
Ramon Guerrero, 43 Prince St., Salem
TAXI CAB Tri-City Services, Inc., 55 R Walnut St., Peabody
#144 – (#84) – APPR. PUBLIC PROPERTY-SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL AND SALARIES OVERTIME
Councillor Harvey offered the following report for the Committee on Administration and Finance. It was voted to accept the report and adopt the recommendation.
The Committee on Administration and Finance to whom was referred an appropriation of $50,000 from Free Cash to Public Services-Snow and Ice Removal and Salaries Overtime has considered said matter and would recommend adoption.
#145 – (#87) - XEROX, 5 YEAR CONTRACT TO LEASE
Councillor Harvey offered the following report for the Committee on Administration and Finance. It was voted to accept the report and adopt the recommendation.
The Committee on Administration and Finance to whom was referred an Order authorizing the Purchasing Agent to enter into a 5 year contract with Xerox to lease a new copier has considered said matter and would recommend adoption.
#146 – (#83) – APPR. HUMAN RESOURCES-WORKMEN’S COMPENSATION
Councillor Harvey offered the following report for the Committee on Administration and Finance. It was voted to accept the report and adopt the recommendation.
The Committee on Administration and Finance to whom was referred an appropriation of $134,606.00 from Free Cash to Fire Department to Human Resources-Workmen’s Compensation has considered said matter and would recommend approval.
#147 – (#85) – TRANS. PUBLIC SERVICES-CONTRACTED SERVICES
Councillor Harvey offered the following report for the Committee on Administration and Finance. It was voted to accept the report and adopt the recommendation.
The Committee on Administration and Finance to whom was referred a transfer of $23,015.29 from Public Services-Salaries Full Time to Public
Services-Contracted Services has considered said matter and would recommend approval.
#148 – (#56) – ORDINANCE, AMENDING CHAPTER 30, SECTION 170, ESSTABLISH AN INSTITUTIONAL MASTER PLAN
Councillor Lovely offered the following report for the Committee on Community and Economic Development. It was voted to accept the report and adopt the recommendation.
The Committee on Community and Economic Development to whom was referred an Ordinance to establish an Institutional Master Plan has considered said matter and would recommend that the matter be approved for first passage and be referred back to the Committee and be reported out for second passage at the next Council meeting.
#149 – (#719 of 2002) – ABANDON PAPER STREET, HILLSIDE ROAD
Councillor Lovely offered the following report for the Committee on Community and Economic Development. It was voted to accept the report and adopt the recommendation.
The Committee on Community and Economic Development to whom was referred the abandonment of a paper Street, Hillside Road has considered said matter and would recommend that the street be abandoned and that the appropriate city departments take such action.
#150 (#412 & 412A) - COMMUNICATION RE: PAWNBROKER ORDINANCE
Councillor O’Keefe offered the following report for the Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs. It was voted to accept the report and adopt the recommendation.
The Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs to whom was referred the matter of a Pawnbroker’s Ordinance has considered said matter and would recommend that the attached letter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs to be filed with the Pawnbroker Ordinance.
#151 – (#62) – RAILROAD CARS ON BRIDGE STREET
Councillor Sargent offered the following report for the Committee on Government Services. It was voted to accept the report and adopt the recommendation.
The Committee on Government Services to whom was referred the matter of railroad cars on Bridge Street has considered said matter and would recommend that the matter remain in Committee.
#152 - WALK-A-THON, WOMAN’S CONCERN, JUNE 26, 2004
A request from Susanna Brennan of a Woman’s Concern to hold a Walk-A-Thon on June 26, 2004, was referred to the Committee on Ordinances, Licenses & Legal Affairs.
#153 – FUNDRAISING BIKE RIDE, BOSTON MED FLIGHT
A request from Kevin Wilkins of Boston Med Flight to hold a fundraising bike ride on June 27, 2004, was granted with the condition that it has Police and Fire Department approval.
#154 – 160 – LICENSE APPLICATIONS
The following license applications were referred to the Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs.
TAG DAY S.H.S. Girls Softball, April 24 & May 15, 2004
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, 1524, May 19, 20 21, 2004
Salem Pop Warner, August 7 and 21, 2004
PUBLIC Hannah Diozzi, 20 Pleasant St., Salem
GUIDE James McAllister, 86 Federal St., Salem
SECOND HAND Filigree & Fancy, Wharf St., Bldg. C., Salem
VALUABLE
TAXI OPERATOR Victoriano Santana, 49 Harbor St., Salem
Domingo Perez, 12 Pope St., Salem
Hipolito Ozoria, 49 Harbor St., Salem
Ike P. Silverhardt, 29 Broadway, Beverly
#161 - #163 – CLAIMS
The following Claims were referred to the Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs.
David M. Delaney, 169 Loring Ave., Salem
John Gigliello, 4 Christopher Terr, Peabody
Jay Levy (Trustee), 145 Cabot St., Beverly
#164 – BOND
The following Bond was referred to the Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs and returned approved.
CONSTABLE Franklin J. Hall, 76 Chase St., Beverly
(#94) – SECOND PASSAGE, ORDINANCE, TRAFFIC, HANDICAP PARKING, 1 BUTLER STREET
The matter of second and final passage of an Ordinance, amending Traffic, Chapter 42, Section 50B, Handicap Parking, #1 Butler Street, was then taken up.
The Ordinance was adopted for second and final passage.
(#107A) – SECOND PASSAGE, ORDINANCE, TAXI CAB FARES
The matter of second and final passage of an Ordinance, amending Chapter 44, Section 38, Fares Established, Taxi Cabs, was then taken up.
The Ordinance was adopted for second and final passage.
Councillor O’Leary was recorded as “opposed”.
On the Motion of Councillor Sargent the meeting adjourned at 8:00 P. M.
ATTEST: DEBORAH E. BURKINSHAW
CITY CLERK
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