Worcester public meetings in 2023

Public Library Board of Directors

The provided document contains the agenda for the meeting but does not record any votes, decisions, or outcomes. No substantive actions were established in the text.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission approved a conceptual design for the Whispering Wall renovation at Lincoln Square and updated policies and fees for the municipal golf course. The meeting also included reports on several awarded grants for playgrounds and parks.

• Approved conceptual design for Whispering Wall Renovation at Lincoln Square (7-0)
• Approved golf course policy and fee changes, including increased green fees and season permits (6-1)

Historical Commission

The Commission approved building demolition delay waivers for three properties and certificates of non-applicability for two roof replacements. One request for a window replacement waiver was denied. The board also issued several letters of support for historic rehabilitation tax credits.

• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for roof replacement at 32 Oxford Street (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for roof replacement at 51 Cedar Street (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window, door, and masonry work at 3 Harvard Place (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for rear elevation work at 92 Jaques Avenue (6-0)
• Denied Building Demolition Delay Waiver for vinyl window replacement at 25 Frothingham Road (0-6)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for siding and trim replacement at 282 Highland Street (6-0)
• Approved updated and new letters of support for various properties requested by Epsilon Associates (6-0)
• Approved updated letters of support for properties requested by Ryan, Inc. and The Public Archaeology Laboratory, Inc. (6-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved several liquor license transfers, manager changes, and common victualer licenses. It also authorized interior alterations for one business and approved 2024 liquor renewal applications. One application for a restaurant all alcohol license was continued to a later date.

• Approved common victualer license for Dragon Dynasty (3-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer and common victualer license for Suveroo LLC dba Maya Lounge (3-0)
• Approved transfer of restaurant all alcohol license, common victualer, and entertainment licenses for Mezcal Tequila Cantina, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved change of license type to restaurant all alcohol for Lara Hookah Bar, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved interior alteration of premises for Theresa Dessert Bar, LLC (3-0)
• Approved change of manager and permanent outdoor area for Vernon Hill Post 435 (3-0)
• Continued application for Resuli, LLC to January 4, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved 2024 liquor renewal applications (3-0)

Worcester Housing Authority

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists several requests for approval regarding construction change orders, final payments, and a grant application, but does not record the outcomes or votes of these items.

School Committee

The School Committee approved a federal grant to implement a new IEP system and executed an employment contract for the Assistant Superintendent for Personnel, Engagement, and Equity. Several student advisory requests and general business items were referred to standing committees or the administration for further review.

• Approved $204,670 IDEA Federal Targeted Special Education Program Improvement Grant
• Approved employment contract for Dr. Yeu Kue as Assistant Superintendent for Personnel, Engagement, and Equity (Jan 1, 2024 - June 30, 2027)
• Approved updates to Worcester Public Schools Policy B
• Referred request for School Safety Advisory Committee to Administration
• Referred WPS full-service community school model to Teaching, Learning and Student Supports
• Referred Chromebook policy review to Governance and Employee Issues
• Referred Burncoat High School MSBA process prioritization to Administration
• Referred request to name facility after Dr. Melinda Boone to Administration

Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It does not record any votes, decisions, or outcomes for the items listed.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved a three-year Strategic Plan and updated the school's Investment Policy. The Board also authorized the opening of a Country Bank for Savings account and the funding of a promotional CD.

• Approved November 29, 2023 Meeting Minutes
• Approved 3-year Strategic Plan
• Approved opening Country Bank for Savings account and promotional CD
• Approved adding up to $1 million into Country Bank CD
• Approved AKFCS Investment Policy

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

The committee met to consider proposed updates to Worcester Public Schools policy section D, which covers fiscal management. The provided minutes record the item was presented for consideration, but do not list a final vote or decision.

• Considered updates to Worcester Public Schools policy section D (outcome not recorded)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues reviewed five agenda items. The Administration recommended approving a revised Wellness Policy and filing a written response on when to contact the Department of Children and Families regarding student attendance. Three other items—renaming a school, creating a graduation participation policy, and dedicating an auditorium—were referred for further discussion or public comment. The minutes do not record final votes on these items.

• Administration recommended approving and filing the revised Wellness Policy
• Administration recommended approving and filing written guidelines on DCF contact for attendance
• Item to rename Worcester Alternative School referred to Governance for further discussion
• Item to create graduation ceremony participation policy referred to Governance
• Item to dedicate Durkin Building auditorium recommended for public comment period

Standing Committee on Municipal and Legislative Operations

The committee recommended approving amendments to the Rules of City Council to ensure all boards and commissions have standing committee oversight. Several requests for reports from the City Manager and City Clerk were issued regarding nonprofit taxes, board diversity, and state funding.

• Recommended approval of amendment to Appendix B of Rules of City Council (3-0)
• Requested City Clerk assign African American and Black Affairs and LGBTQ+ Affairs commissions to standing committees (3-0)
• Requested City Clerk define 'standing committee oversight' and post Appendix B online
• Recommended filing item on board demographic makeup after requesting report on barriers to resident participation (3-0)
• Recommended holding item on Fair Share Amendment after requesting reports on expected funds and quarterly legislative updates (3-0)
• Recommended holding resolution on nonprofit tax legislation after requesting reports on PILOT programs and nonprofit property acquisitions (3-0)
• Recommended filing Worcester Research Bureau report on school governance (3-0)

Accessibility Advisory Commission

The Accessibility Advisory Commission met to receive a presentation from the Massachusetts Office on Disability regarding available resources and training. The Commission also received an update on the hiring process for the city's Chief Equity Officer and discussed the opening of a new emergency winter shelter. No formal policy actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved November 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:04 pm (unanimous)

Advisory Commission on Youth

The commission approved a proposal to reduce its size to 9 members and will meet with the City Manager and law department to discuss charter edits. The Department of Youth Opportunities reported receiving a grant, though for less than the amount requested.

• Approved reducing committee size to 9 members
• Approved November minutes and notes

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

The Standing Committee on Finance and Operations met to review administrative reports on multiple items including a menstrual supply pilot, building maintenance, the budget calendar, vaping detectors, school legal counsel, transportation policies, lunch options, the Workday system, IT needs, federal and state grants, flagpoles, and bus capacity. The provided minutes record administrative recommendations and status updates for each item, but do not record formal final roll-call or voice votes taken by the committee on these items.

• Reviewed report on menstrual supplies pilot for secondary schools
• Reviewed quarterly building maintenance update
• Reviewed FY25 budget development calendar
• Reviewed vaping detector options and pilot proposal
• Reviewed feasibility of hiring a dedicated school attorney
• Reviewed transportation distance policy and high school attendance data
• Reviewed nutritional options and department barriers
• Reviewed Workday ERP implementation status

Standing Committee on Municipal and Legislative Operations

The committee recommended filing several informational reports after requesting new data on racial equity and city finances. It also issued orders for a city-wide salary audit and a Special Act to allow the City Council to hire its own support staff.

• Approved minutes of October 3, 2023
• Recommended filing FY2024 financial update (3-0)
• Recommended filing Contingency Fund expenditure report (3-0)
• Recommended filing Racial Equity Audit Report (3-0)
• Recommended filing report on City Council Office staffing options (3-0)
• Ordered City Manager to conduct a city-wide salary audit
• Ordered City Manager to prioritize a Special Act to allow City Council to hire own support staff
• Ordered City Manager to provide update on Worcester Police Department Equity Audit Report

City Council

The City Council ordained several salary and leave ordinances and a zoning amendment near Grove and Chadwick Streets. The council also accepted multiple state grants for the public library and unhoused families, and approved a $1 million transfer for fire department overtime.

• Ordained zoning extension for Business, General-3.0 district near Grove and Chadwick Streets (10-0)
• Approved $1M transfer from Fire Salaries to Fire Overtime (9-0)
• Adopted conservation restriction for Salisbury Hill (8-0)
• Approved $350,000 grant for Lead Service Line Inventory and Planning (9-0)
• Approved $60,000 grant for unhoused families (9-0)
• Approved $160,000 in grants for Worcester Public Library ESOL and classroom projects (9-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Citizen Advisory Council, Status of Women, and Latino Affairs committees (8-0)
• Denied amendment to require special permit hearings for ADUs in single-family zones (5-6)

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved several construction projects including a Clark University residence hall and the Lakeside Apartments Phase 2. It also issued a negative determination of applicability for CSX Transportation rail work and lifted an enforcement order for 449 Massasoit Road.

• Issued negative determination of applicability for CSX Transportation rail work (6-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 53 Mason Street (5-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 2 Hastings Avenue (6-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for Lakeside Apartments Phase 2 (6-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for Clark University residence hall (6-0)
• Granted one-year extension for 73 Merrick Street / 11 Sever Street (6-0)
• Lifted enforcement order for 449 Massasoit Road with mowing restrictions (6-0)
• Postponed 10 public hearings and extended constructive grant deadlines (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a special permit for propane tank replacement at 1180 Millbury Street and a parking variance for a hookah bar at 267 Lincoln Street. Two project extensions were granted, while a large multifamily proposal at 49 Upland Street was continued for further review.

• Approved propane tank replacement at 1180 Millbury Street with condition to plant 13 trees (4-1)
• Approved parking variance amendment for food-service/entertainment use at 267 Lincoln Street (5-0)
• Continued 120-unit multifamily application at 49 Upland Street to January 22, 2024 (5-0)
• Continued administrative appeal regarding lodging house at 98 Whitmarsh Avenue to March 25, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved 1-year time extension for 11 Sever Street & 73 Merrick Street (5-0)
• Approved 6-month time extension for duplex construction at 24 Simone Street (5-0)
• Granted all requested postponements for items 1, 3, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 14 (5-0)

Standing Committee on Veterans' Memorials, Parks and Recreation

The committee recommended filing a petition for 7 P.M. closures at Lake View Park but issued orders for the City Manager to request additional lighting and a security camera at the location. Several informational communications regarding city parks and permits were also placed on file.

• Approved minutes from December 12, 2023 (3-0)
• Recommended filing petition for 7 P.M. closure at Lake View Park (3-0)
• Ordered City Manager request additional lighting at Lake View Park
• Ordered City Manager request a security camera at Lake View Park
• Recommended holding communication on street performer regulations
• Recommended filing update on special event permit application process (3-0)
• Recommended filing Urban Forestry Master Plan communications (3-0)
• Recommended filing updates on University Park, Elm Park Pond, and dog parks (3-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Facilities and Finance Committee

The Facilities and Finance Committee accepted previous meeting minutes and reviewed FY24 Q1 finance reports. The committee discussed investment policy and received updates on facilities repairs and IT. No new contracts or budget approvals were recorded in these minutes.

• Accepted October 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Accepted December 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Reviewed FY24 Q1 Finance Reports
• Discussed Investment Policy
• Received update on Water Main Repair & Middle School Roof Bid

MCRWB Executive Committee

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 17 meeting. Members discussed board membership, deciding that staff and Libis Bueno will contact inactive members and potential new candidates. Staff provided updates on youth programs, ARPA-funded projects, and the regional workforce blueprint.

• Approved November 17 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided J. Turgeon and L. Bueno will contact inactive board members
• Decided L. Bueno will contact potential new board candidates

Worcester Arts Council

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It contains no record of decisions, votes, or actions taken during the meeting.

Retirement Board

The Board approved superannuation for 15 employees across various city departments and authorized four payment warrants. The Board also approved the 2024 meeting schedule and handled disability hearings in executive session.

• Approved superannuation for 15 employees (subject to PERAC final approval)
• Approved 2024 Board Meeting Schedule
• Approved warrants 23-51 through 23-54 totaling $489,786.01 plus payroll and benefits
• Approved Accidental Disability for Mark Whalen (Fire)
• Accepted Involuntary Accidental Disability for Jason Cross (Fire)
• Accepted Accidental Disability for Kegan Cline (Police)
• Tabled Accidental/Ordinary Disability for James Guittar (Police)
• Accepted November Regular and Financial Minutes

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The provided minutes list the meeting agenda but do not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes. No substantive actions are documented in the text.

Worcester Retirement Board Finance Committee

The committee met to review economic updates, system performance, and asset allocation. The provided record lists the agenda items but does not document specific decisions, votes, or outcomes.

MCRWB Youth Council

The December 14, 2023, Youth Council meeting did not take place. It was replaced by the Youth Mental Health First Aid Professional Development Training.

Standing Committee on Urban Technologies, Innovation and Environment

The committee recommended filing several items after issuing requests for the City Manager to provide reports on tree-planting funding and municipal electricity savings. It also requested that heat island cooling strategies be included in zoning recommendations.

• Approved minutes of September 18, 2023 (2-0)
• Recommended hold on public hearing for social media policy updates
• Recommended filing petition for Heat Island Priority Mapping (2-0)
• Requested City Manager include heat island cooling strategies in Worcester Now | Next zoning recommendations
• Requested City Manager report on funding sources for city tree-planting projects
• Requested City Manager report on tree-planting funding programs for developers and builders
• Recommended filing communications on Municipal Electricity Aggregation Program (2-0)
• Requested report on average household savings from Municipal Electricity Aggregation Program

Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for review and presentation, but does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Planning Board

The Board approved definitive site plans for projects on Main Street, Ionic Avenue, and Circuit Avenue South. It also granted postponements for eight public hearings and approved an open space restriction amendment for Salisbury Hill CCRC.

• Approved site plan for 912-934 Main St, 157 Woodland St, and 1 & 3 Hawthorne St (4-0)
• Approved site plan for 2 Ionic Avenue and 661 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved site plan for 52 & 54 Circuit Avenue South and part of 17 Garland Street (3-0)
• Approved extension of time for 11 Sever Street & 73 Merrick Street (3-0)
• Approved open space restriction amendment for Salisbury Hill CCRC (3-0)
• Granted postponements for 8 public hearings to January 3, 2024 (4-0)
• Endorsed ANR plans for 24 Second St, 272 & 262 Mill St, 36 Standish St, and 16-18 Taunton St (3-0)

Standing Committee on Traffic and Parking

The committee recommended approval for multiple handicap parking installations and removals, as well as several 'No Parking' sign requests. All petitions for speed humps were recommended to be filed, and several crosswalk requests were filed with accompanying Chairman's Orders for specific installations.

• Recommended approval for handicap parking at 196 Pilgrim Ave, 15 Alsada Dr, 47 Grosvenor St, and 50 Green Hill Pkwy/182 Lincoln St
• Recommended removal of handicap parking at 15 Homer St and 17 Field Way
• Recommended approval of 'No Parking' signs at Francis St, Amanola Ave/Plantation St, and Fourth St
• Recommended approval of stop signs at Piehl Ave/Abby St and Richard St/Cambridge St
• Recommended approval of resident permit parking extension at 9 Astrid Ave
• Recommended filing all 15 speed hump petitions
• Recommended filing crosswalk requests at Institute Rd/Einhorn Rd and Burncoat St/Arbutus Rd with Chairman's Orders for installation
• Recommended filing traffic enforcement request on Freeland St

Citizen Advisory Council

The council approved the minutes from the November 13, 2023 meeting and established the 2024 meeting dates with amendments to the April and July schedules. Members agreed to delay recruitment and outreach efforts until more events are scheduled.

• Approved 11/13/23 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved amended 2024 meeting schedule (8-0)

Chapter 139 Hearing

The provided document is an agenda for a Chapter 139 hearing held on December 12, 2023. It lists eight properties that were previously condemned, but the record does not establish any decisions, votes, or outcomes resulting from this meeting.

Public Schools Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Supports

The committee reviewed administrative reports regarding the Racism Free Worcester Public School Group's concerns, sex education opt-out data, and elementary after-school programming. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the provided minutes.

Standing Committee on Veterans' Memorials, Parks and Recreation

The committee recommended filing several informational communications and petitions while issuing several Chairman's Orders for city reports. Key requests include updates to the city's noise ordinance and master plans for Dodge and Harrington parks.

• Recommended filing Tacoma Street Playground spray park communication
• Recommended holding special event permit application update
• Recommended filing Harrington Field Master Plan update; requested prioritization of basketball court and playground in phase one
• Recommended filing 149 West Boylston Drive and Lake View Playground communications
• Recommended filing Bancroft Tower Rd. parking petition; requested report on alleviating parking challenges
• Recommended filing noise permit petition; requested noise ordinance report and inter-departmental meeting
• Recommended filing Dodge Park bridge petition; requested cost analysis and Master Plan for park improvements
• Recommended referring Coal Mine Brook Park renaming petition to Parks and Recreation Commission

Standing Committee on Public Safety

The committee recommended filing several informational communications from the City Manager. During these discussions, the Chairperson issued several orders requesting detailed reports on firearms, police and fire robot options, and warming and cooling center locations.

• Approved minutes from September 27, 2023 (3-0)
• Recommended filing communication on confiscated weapons (3-0)
• Ordered report on firearms confiscated during drug busts
• Ordered report on enforcement and prosecution of gun crimes
• Recommended filing communication on police robots (3-0)
• Ordered report on robot purchase options for Police and Fire Departments
• Recommended filing communications on body cameras, Police Cadet Program, and OHV confiscations (3-0 each)
• Ordered report on facilities used as warming and cooling centers

City Council

The City Council established the FY2024 tax rate using Alternative #2 tables and approved a residential rate of $13.75. Councilors also voted to advertise a Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units with added owner occupancy requirements. Additionally, the council approved several public works requests and referred speed limit proposals to committee.

• Set FY2024 tax rate at $13.75 Residential / $30.04 Commercial (7-4)
• Adopted Alternative #2 Tax Levy Tables for FY2024 (11-0)
• Voted to advertise Accessory Dwelling Unit zoning amendment with owner occupancy requirements (11-0)
• Denied special permit hearings for ADUs in single-family zones (5-6)
• Approved National Grid pole location on Squantum St. (11-0)
• Approved honorary street name for State Senator Daniel J. Foley on Hamilton St. (11-0)
• Referred 25 mph statutory speed limit proposal to Traffic and Parking Committee (11-0)
• Approved installation of streetlight at 2 Beeching St. and light pole relocation at 15 Mars St. (11-0)

Worcester Arts Council

The Worcester Arts Council met on December 11, 2023, to conduct a grant review. The provided minutes list the agenda items but do not record specific decisions, vote tallies, or grant outcomes.

• Grant review conducted (no specific outcomes recorded in text)
• Public questions session held (no specific questions recorded in text)

Standing Committee on Public Service and Transportation

The committee approved the March 30, 2023 meeting minutes and recommended filing a request to invite the WRTA Administrator to discuss public transit. A Chairman's Order was issued to identify businesses responsible for cleaning bus shelters during winter storms.

• Approved minutes of the March 30, 2023 meeting
• Recommended placing the request to invite the WRTA Administrator on file
• Issued Chairman's Order for City Manager to provide a list of businesses responsible for cleaning and maintaining bus shelters during winter storm events

Trust Funds Commission

The commission accepted minutes from April 14 and 28. Members scheduled a working meeting for February 9 to address dormant accounts and policy changes.

• Approved minutes from April 14 and 28
• Scheduled working meeting for February 9 to finalize dormant accounts and policy

Worcester Ballpark Commission

The Commission voted to revert the approval of Community Day applications back to the full Commission and created a subcommittee to manage revenue-generating days. The body also established a new monthly meeting schedule and requested quarterly financial updates.

• Approved NCDA and WPS Community Day requests
• Approved reverting Community Day application review and approval to the Commission
• Approved biannual public application windows for Community Days in February and May
• Approved forming a subcommittee for revenue generating days (Comm. Harrity, Evans, and Mulhorn)
• Approved reaching out to ASM Global and the Civic Center Commission regarding revenue day assistance
• Approved moving to a monthly meeting schedule on the second Wednesday at 10am

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Education Committee

The committee met to review principal updates, iReady fall data, and special education interventions. The minutes record a motion to approve the October 13, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Motion to approve October 13, 2023 Meeting Minutes

Civic Center Commission

The commission approved two requests for rent-free use of the DCU Center. Members also received updates on facility capital projects and the acquisition of ASM Global by Legends.

• Approved rent-free day for 1st Battalion 181st Infantry Regiment farewell ceremony (Unanimous)
• Approved rent-free day for UMASS Memorial Medical Center DCF Holiday Party (Unanimous)
• Accepted October 26, 2023 meeting minutes as noted (Unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for January 25th at 8:30AM (Unanimous)

School Committee

The School Committee approved several state and private grants totaling over $1 million for career activities, school improvement, and STEM. The board also authorized the creation of an Assistant Superintendent for Personnel, Engagement, and Equity and approved employment contracts for key administrators.

• Approved $400,000 FY24 Targeted Assistance Grant
• Approved $374,892 Early College Full School Impact Grant
• Approved $145,043 Connecting Activities Grant
• Approved $16,858 Computer Science Engagement Grant
• Approved $12,000 Care Coordination Planning Grant
• Approved $400 STEM Week Mini Grant
• Authorized creation of Assistant Superintendent for Personnel, Engagement, and Equity
• Approved computer lease for 1,420 desktops at $387,738.62 per year for five years

Cable Television Advisory Committee

The provided document consists of a meeting agenda and a separate Federal Communications Commission report. The minutes for the December 6, 2023, meeting are not included, and no decisions were recorded.

Urban Forestry Tree Commission

The Commission discussed the second draft of the Urban Forestry Master Plan and received recommendations from the Green Worcester Advisory Committee. No formal votes were recorded for the December 6 meeting beyond the provided agenda items.

Standing Committee on Public Works

The Public Works Committee recommended approval for an honorary street designation for State Senator Daniel J. Foley and the installation of storm drains on Granite Street. The committee also recommended approval for two streetlight requests and requested reports on street resurfacing and utility construction policies.

• Recommended approval of honorary street name 'Senator Dan Foley Way' on Hamilton St. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of streetlight installation across from 2 Beeching St. pending funding
• Recommended approval of light pole relocation at 15 Mars St. at applicant's cost
• Recommended approval of storm drain installation on Granite St. at Saint Anthony St. (3-0)
• Recommended filing of sidewalk construction request for Sunderland Rd. as a similar item was adopted
• Recommended holding request for utility construction policy while requesting a report from the City Manager
• Adopted three Chairman's Orders for reports on street resurfacing history, progress, and budget feasibility (3-0)
• Recommended filing of communications regarding utility conduits, sanitation costs, and the 311 app

Status of Women Advisory Committee

The committee approved the theme and nomination forms for the Women of Consequence Awards and selected a keynote speaker. Members also elected a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. A conversation with the Human Resources Director was postponed to January.

• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Set January meeting for recruitment/HR and February for award preparation (5-0-0)
• Approved nomination forms and added self-nomination option for Young Women of Consequence (5-0-0)
• Selected 'Trailblazing through Mentorship' as the award theme (5-0-0)
• Selected Mari Gonzalez as keynote speaker and Jermoh Kamara as backup (5-0-0)
• Elected Amaris Gonzalez as Chairperson (5-0-0)
• Elected Taylor Rich as Vice Chairperson (5-0-0)

City Council

The City Council established the Fiscal Year 2024 tax rates using Alternative #2 Tax Levy Tables. Other actions included electing two Library Board members and approving various street and sidewalk resurfacing projects.

• Set FY2024 tax rate at $13.75 for Residential and $30.04 for Commercial, Industrial and Personal Property (7-4)
• Elected Roseann Fitzgerald and Laura Miller to the Library Board of Directors
• Ordained Responsible Development Ordinance for TIF and TIE Projects (11-0)
• Approved $10,000 MassDOT grant for Belmont Street Community School safety improvements (11-0)
• Approved conduit location for Charter Communications on Fox St.
• Confirmed appointment of Stephen Hill to Community Development Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Approved various street resurfacing orders including Lovell St., Southwood Rd., and Fairfax Rd.
• Approved sewer main extensions on Grafton St. and from Ingleside Ave. to Plantation St.

Board of Health

The Board of Health voted to revoke the tobacco permit for Hedro Smoke Shop following reports of illegal sales of stun guns and marijuana. The board also approved the minutes from the November 6, 2023, meeting.

• Revoked tobacco license for Hedro Smoke Shop at 319 Grafton Street (3-1)
• Approved November 6, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Hope Cemetery Commission

The provided document is an agenda and report template for the December 4, 2023, meeting. It contains no records of votes, approved motions, or final decisions.

Human Rights Commission

The Commission unanimously approved a motion to prioritize hiring a Director of Human Rights and Accessibility and a second investigator. The board also passed several requests to the City regarding homelessness, including the creation of an emergency taskforce. Members ranked fair policing as their top priority for future work.

• Approved motion to prioritize hiring of Director of Human Rights and Accessibility and a second investigator (Unanimous)
• Approved request for City to create an emergency homelessness taskforce with surrounding towns
• Approved endorsement of City Council recommendation for a strategic plan on hot spots
• Approved request for City to share report on impact of shelter closures with HRC
• Approved request for City to prioritize year-round climate controlled shelters
• Approved request for City Manager to explore a day resource center
• Approved request for information on cooling/warming center feasibility and updates on 2022 Order
• Approved request for City to explore non-congregate shelter options

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved an Order of Conditions for retaining walls at 311 Bridle Path and issued several Certificates of Compliance. It expressed interest in taking custodianship of properties at 553 Plantation Street and 0 Parsons Hill Drive. The body also voted to support the Salisbury Hill Conservation Restriction.

• Issued Order of Conditions for retaining walls at 311 Bridle Path (5-0)
• Supported Salisbury Hill Conservation Restriction to be held by GWLT (5-0)
• Expressed interest in custodianship of 553 Plantation Street (5-0)
• Expressed interest in custodianship of 0 Parsons Hill Drive (5-0)
• Issued partial Certificates of Compliance for 43 Cheyenne Road and 9 Reardon Street (5-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 83 Saint Louis Street (5-0)
• Closed Certificate of Compliance for 27-29 Milton Street due to expired order (5-0)
• Removed enforcement order for 0 Tobias Boland Way (5-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Facilities and Finance Committee

The Facilities and Finance Committee met to discuss funding allocations. The committee voted to allow the Executive Director to place $26,000 into a Certificate of Deposit.

• Approved appropriation of $26,000 into a Certificate of Deposit

Worcester Arts Council

The provided minutes for the December 2, 2023, meeting list the agenda items but do not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes. The record is procedural and does not establish what occurred during the public questions or grant review.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Governance Committee

The committee met to review previous meeting minutes and receive updates on board member responsibilities and professional development. The provided text contains the meeting agenda but does not record the final outcomes or vote tallies for the listed items.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The provided documents for the November 30, 2023, meeting consist of an agenda and presentation materials for the Whispering Wall renovation. No minutes recording decisions or vote outcomes for this specific date were included in the text.

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission approved a Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 12 Millbury Street to remove an unused chimney, voting 6-0. The Commission also granted a leave to withdraw without prejudice for a window replacement petition at 657 Millbury Street after determining the building no longer retains sufficient architectural integrity for historic listing. Additionally, the Commission voted 6-0 to issue updated and new letters of support for several historic properties requested by Epsilon Associates.

• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 12 Millbury Street chimney removal (6-0)
• Granted leave to withdraw without prejudice for 657 Millbury Street window petition (6-0)
• Issued updated letters of support for five historic properties (6-0)
• Issued new letters of support for two historic properties (6-0)
• Approved minutes from September 7 and October 19 meetings (5-0 and 6-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved a restaurant all alcohol license for Blue Jeans Pizza with specific outdoor music restrictions. Other actions included granting a one-day liquor license for the Ecotarium and a common victualer license for Kokoriko’s Pizza and Fried Chicken.

• Approved minutes of November 16, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Ecotarium for December 13, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved common victualer license for Kokoriko’s Pizza and Fried Chicken (3-0)
• Approved change of manager for Bacalao Restaurant, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved restaurant all alcohol license for Blue Jeans Pizza to 11:00 p.m. (3-0)
• Approved outside entertainment for Blue Jeans Pizza to 10:00 p.m. (3-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of license transfer request for Fat Chops, LLC (3-0)

MCRWB Worcester Jobs Fund Oversight Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the October 26, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on ARPA staffing, program enrollment for healthcare and CDL training, and a new TIF policy goal of 15% apprentices on site.

• Approved October 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes from the session.

Worcester Arts Council

The provided minutes consist of the meeting agenda and attendee list. No substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes are recorded in the document.

Board of Election Commissioners

The Board of Election Commissioners met to review feedback on early voting and mail-in ballots for the November 2023 elections and to discuss preparation for the March Presidential Primary. The minutes list these as discussion items but do not record any specific decisions, approvals, or vote tallies. The meeting included a call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and approval of previous minutes.

• Approved minutes from October 4th meeting
• Discussed feedback on early voting and mail-in ballots for Nov 7 election
• Discussed preparation for March Presidential Primary
• No substantive votes or policy changes recorded

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Board of Trustees

The Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Board of Trustees held a digital meeting on November 29, 2023. The agenda included a mission reading, public comments, a strategic plan update, an executive director report, and a motion to enter executive session. The source document provides the agenda for the meeting but does not record the specific outcomes or votes for these items.

• Agenda items listed included reviewing the October 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Motion to adjourn into executive session to review executive session minutes

Standing Committee on Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee recommended approval of a zoning ordinance amendment regarding accessory dwelling units. The committee also voted to file a communication regarding the Worcester Now | Next Plan.

• Approved minutes from October 24, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning ordinance amendment for accessory dwelling units (2-0)
• Recommended filing of communication relative to Worcester Now | Next Plan (3-0)

Worcester Arts Council

The provided document is a meeting agenda for November 28, 2023. It does not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues reviewed the Superintendent’s Strategic Plan/Goals. No final approval was granted during this session.

• Held the Superintendent’s Strategic Plan/Goals (3-0)

Green Worcester Advisory Committee

The Green Worcester Advisory Committee approved a statement requesting the Urban Forestry Tree Commission increase the tree replacement ratio to 3:1 and set a canopy goal by January 2025. The committee also approved the 2024 meeting schedule and reviewed a draft progress report for the Green Worcester Plan.

• Approved statement on Urban Forest Master Plan to be sent to Urban Forestry Tree Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved proposed 2024 meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved October 16, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Commission on Elder Affairs

The provided text consists of a meeting notice and agenda for November 27, 2023, along with minutes from previous meetings. No decisions from the November 27 meeting are recorded as the document contains only the agenda for that date.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a project to convert a two-family home into a six-unit multifamily dwelling. Several other special permit and variance requests were postponed or continued to December 18, 2023.

• Approved multifamily conversion and parking at 103 Alvarado Avenue (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 267 Lincoln Street occupancy increase to Dec 18 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 1180 Millbury Street propane tank replacement to Dec 18 (5-0)
• Granted postponements for 11/8 Earle Ter, 2 Milton St, 2 Northboro St, 77 Amherst St, 119 Rodney St, 20 Boyden St, 49 Upland St, 98 Whitmarsh Ave, and 17 Montclair Dr (5-0)
• Granted postponement for 114 Austin Street to Dec 18 (5-0)

Public Libary Borad Of Directors

The provided document is an agenda for the November 27, 2023, meeting. It does not record the outcomes of the scheduled items or any substantive decisions made.

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved site plans for 53 Mason Street, 26 Southgate Place, 3 Eaton Place, and 5 Salem Square. The Board also made recommendations to City Council regarding the public conversion of two streets.

• Approved site plan for 53 Mason Street (4-0)
• Approved site plan and street petition for 26 Southgate Place (4-0)
• Approved site plan for 3 Eaton Place with modification to condition 11 (4-0)
• Approved site plan for 5 Salem Square with additional condition 1x and stricken 1u (4-0)
• Recommended priority level 4 for conversion of Lazelle Street to public (4-0)
• Recommended against conversion of Sherer Trail to public (4-0)
• Endorsed Approval Not Required (ANR) plans for 61 Sunderland, 23 Preston, 10-12 Beale, 457 Granite, and 423 Cambridge Streets (4-0)
• Granted continuances and postponements for items PB-2023-087, PB-2023-091, PB-2023-095, and PB-2023-096 (4-0)

Accessibility Advisory Commission

The Commission approved minutes from September and October 2023. Members discussed voting accessibility with the City Clerk and received updates on the search process for the Chief Equity Officer.

• Approved September 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved October 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Advisory Commission on Youth

The meeting minutes list several update items regarding the Youth Agenda, charter changes, and youth violence prevention. No votes, approvals, or final decisions are recorded in the provided text.

Public Library Board of Directors

The provided document contains the meeting agenda but does not record any actions, votes, or decisions made during the session.

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

The committee met in executive session to conduct strategy sessions. The discussion focused on preparations for negotiations with nonunion personnel regarding Administrative Clerk of the School Committee Elect Kristi Turgeon.

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues reviewed a $350,000 donation from the Gene Haas Foundation for Worcester Technical High School. The committee also discussed two items referred from the full School Committee: a request to amend agenda filing rules and a proposal to update the School Committee's rules for the 2024 term. The minutes record the review of these items but do not state a final vote or approval by the Standing Committee.

• Reviewed $350,000 Gene Haas Foundation donation for Advanced Manufacturing Program
• Reviewed proposed amendment to agenda filing rules (gb 3-234.1)
• Reviewed proposed update to School Committee rules for 2024 term (gb 3-236.1)

City Council

The City Council voted to advertise a proposed Responsible Development Ordinance regarding Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and Tax Increment Exemption (TIE) projects. The council also approved several utility conduit and pole locations and accepted a $4,000 donation for the Festival of Lights.

• Voted to advertise Responsible Development Ordinance for TIF and TIE projects (11-0)
• Approved conduit location for Crown Castle NG East on Chestnut St (11-0)
• Approved pole locations for National Grid on Modred Ct and Stafford St (11-0)
• Accepted $4,000 donation from Rockland Trust Bank for Festival of Lights (10-0)
• Accepted $92,735.50 MEMA grant for Emergency Management Performance Grant (10-0)
• Placed request for Mill St safety discussion on file (7-4)
• Confirmed Robert Cosenza and Christina Andrianopoulos to Airport Advisory Committee (11-0)
• Approved $105,000 funding limit for Housing Development & Rehabilitation Revolving Fund (10-0)

Worcester Arts Council

The minutes record a meeting held on November 20, 2023, for the purpose of grant review. No substantive decisions or vote outcomes are recorded in the provided text.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Facilities and Finance Committee

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists proposed topics including FY24 Q1 finance reports and potential funding for water main and roof repairs, but it does not record any decisions or outcomes.

MCRWB Executive Committee

The provided document is an agenda for the Executive Committee meeting. It does not contain the minutes or records of decisions made during the session.

Historical Commission

The Commission approved several Certificates of Appropriateness for paint, windows, and weatherization. It also granted Building Demolition Delay Waivers for roof replacements and one garage demolition. One retroactive roof replacement request was continued to December 21.

• Approved green paint for porch and trim at 16 Congress Street (5-0)
• Approved replacing slate roof with asphalt at 18 Haynes Street (5-0)
• Approved air sealing and weatherization at 26 Newbury Street (5-0)
• Continued retroactive roof replacement at 42 Somerset Street to Dec 21 (5-0)
• Approved garage demolition and various exterior updates at 9 Ashland Street (5-0)
• Approved aluminum clad window replacement at 54 West Street (5-0)
• Approved black window replacement at 60 William Street (5-0)

License Commission

The Commission issued a multi-day liquor suspension to Whiskey on Water following a violation for overcrowding on its second floor. Several new common victualer and entertainment licenses were approved, and one manager change request was postponed.

• Imposed 4-day suspension (Nov 22, 23, 29, 30) and 21-day suspension (10 days served Jan 4-13, 2024) for Whiskey on Water (3-0)
• Approved common victualer license for Yume Dumplings (3-0)
• Approved common victualer license for ILA Verde (3-0)
• Approved entertainment license for Mayoush Enterprises, LLC (Meraki) (3-0)
• Approved common victualer and malt & wine licenses for Los 3 Reyes Magos Sandwiches LLC (3-0)
• Approved liquor application amendment for CEC Entertainment, LLC (3-0)
• Postponed manager change request for Bacalao Restaurant, Inc. to Nov 30, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved holiday hour amendments for Mayflower Medicinal (3-0)

Worcester Housing Authority

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists several approval requests for construction contracts, redevelopment agreements, and financial write-offs, but does not record any decisions or vote outcomes.

Building Futures, Inc. Board of Directors

The Board of Directors met to review the financial statement through September 30, 2023. The agenda included a request to approve Change Order #10 for the "A Place to Live" project at 38 Lewis Street. The provided text does not record the outcomes of these requests.

School Committee

The School Committee approved the Superintendent's School Safety Audit Report and Implementation Plan, which outlines priorities for facility security and emergency protocols. They also approved a $223,662 MassGrad grant for dropout prevention at three high schools and accepted several smaller grants and prior-year payments. Additionally, the Committee approved updated job descriptions for district administrators and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approved School Safety Audit Report and Implementation Plan
• Approved $223,662 MassGrad Promising Practices Grant for dropout prevention
• Approved $12,000 American Academy of Pediatrics grant for chronic condition care coordination
• Approved updated job descriptions for district administrative roles
• Approved 2024 School Committee meeting schedule
• Approved naming Union Hill Elementary basket court after Dr. Marie Morse
• Approved personnel appointments, resignations, and retirements
• Referred public petition for Burncoat Middle School bathroom refurbishment to Finance and Operations

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The provided document is an open meeting notice and agenda rather than meeting minutes. It contains no record of decisions, votes, or actions taken during the November 16, 2023, meeting.

Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes from the November 16, 2023, meeting.

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted to recommend a zoning amendment to allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) by-right in all districts where housing already exists. The recommendation includes removing owner-occupancy requirements and eliminating the 50% gross floor area limit for ADUs.

• Strongly recommended ADU ordinance amendment with modifications to allow units in airport/manufacturing districts, remove owner-occupancy requirements, and remove the 50% GFA limit (5-0)
• Endorsed Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for 59 Anderson Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 5/26/2021 (3-0)

Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization

The provided document is an agenda for the November 15, 2023 meeting. It does not record any votes, decisions, or outcomes for the proposed actions.

Standing Committee on Traffic and Parking

The Traffic and Parking Committee approved several resident petitions for handicap parking spaces, crosswalk signage, and stop signs. It filed numerous requests for speed humps and traffic signals that did not meet current safety criteria, instead directing staff to evaluate these locations for future programs. The committee also ordered studies for intersection safety at Salisbury/Grove and Lake Ave/Bigelow Davis Pkwy.

• Approved handicap parking at 14 South Buffum St., 23 Stanton St., 29/31 Fifth Ave., and 53 Freeland St.
• Held handicap parking petitions for 21/23 Cheever St., 3 Richmond Ave., and 50 Green Hill Pkwy
• Approved crosswalk signage on Coburn Ave. at Touraine St.
• Approved crosswalks at Whitmarsh Ave. and Leeds St. pending funding and ADA ramps
• Approved removal of No Parking restriction on Tacoma St.
• Approved 15-minute parking zone at 37 Mechanic St.
• Approved stop signs at Hillsboro Rd./Bay State Rd. and Myrna Rd./Miscoe Rd.
• Filed speed hump petitions for Vega Lane, Leslie Rd., Catharine St., and others pending 2024 program selection

Standing Committee on Public Works

The Public Works Committee recommended approval for resurfacing several streets and sidewalks, including Lovell St., Jonathan Cir., and Southwood Rd. It also approved extending sanitary sewer mains at Grafton St. and Plantation St. at applicant cost. A request for continuous sidewalks on May St. was held pending a policy review on school-adjacent sidewalks.

• Recommended approval for Lovell St. temporary patchwork
• Recommended approval for Jonathan Cir. temporary patchwork
• Recommended approval for Southwood Rd. resurfacing
• Recommended approval for Indian Hill Rd. resurfacing (amended)
• Recommended approval for Fairfax Rd. repaving and streetlight review
• Recommended approval for Marland Ct. temporary patchwork
• Recommended approval for sidewalk resurfacing at Farrar Ave., Victoria Ave., Marland Rd., and Randolph Rd.
• Recommended referral for wheelchair cutout at Greenwood Park

Status of Women Advisory Committee

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists planned discussions regarding city employment for women and the 2023 Women of Consequence Awards, but it does not record any decisions or outcomes.

Chapter 139 Hearing

The Worcester Department of Inspectional Services listed properties for a Chapter 139 hearing on November 14, 2023. The provided source document is an agenda listing addresses, owners, condemnation dates, and parcel numbers without recording any specific votes, decisions, or formal actions.

• Chapter 139 hearing agenda listed properties including 35 Bowdoin Street, 2 Columbia Street, 8 Everard Street, 23 Ferdinand Street, 63 Harrison Street, 99 June Street, 12 Marsh Avenue, 63 Mason Street, 119 Rodney Street, and 2 Stevens Road

Senior Center Committee

The Senior Center Committee approved two funding allocations from contingency funds: $5,000 for a kitchen combi unit (totaling approx. $20,000) and $9,190 for first-floor carpet replacement. The committee also authorized staff to negotiate a smaller office lease with a tenant requesting to downsize. Staff reported stable public and private funding, ongoing hiring for temporary positions, and increased security measures following a recent intrusion.

• Approved $5,000 contingency allocation for kitchen combi unit (m/s/a)
• Approved $9,190 contingency allocation for first-floor carpet replacement (m/s/a)
• Authorized staff to negotiate smaller office lease with tenant (m/s/a)
• Confirmed next meeting for January 9, 2024

Public Schools Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Supports

The Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Supports considered a review of Chapter 74 programs in comprehensive high schools. The administration provided demographic data on the Fall 2023 applicant pool and detailed the tiered lottery admissions process.

City Council

The City Council ordained the establishment of the Advisory Commission on African American and Black Affairs and the Advisory Commission on LGBTQ+ Affairs. The council also authorized the sale of a tax title property at 26 Claridge Drive and approved several grants for public health and safety.

• Ordained establishment of Advisory Commissions on African American and Black Affairs and LGBTQ+ Affairs (11-0)
• Approved sale of tax title property at 26 Claridge Drive (11-0)
• Authorized $1.666M loan for Citywide Flow Metering Program (11-0)
• Approved $264,000 grant for Access to Recovery program (11-0)
• Approved $300,000 EPA Brownfields Program grant (11-0)
• Approved $59,772.68 Municipal Safety Grant (11-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Pablo Santiago to Advisory Committee on Latino Affairs (11-0)
• Adopted order to survey East-West Trail at Plantation St. for safe crossing (11-0)

Citizen Advisory Council

The council interviewed and voted on several applicants for various city boards and commissions. All interviewed candidates were approved for their respective roles. The council also approved the minutes from the September 13, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes from 9/13/23 (7-0)
• Approved Sage Aisagbonhi for Worcester Arts Council (7-0)
• Approved Joshua Bolduc for Human Rights Commission (7-0)
• Approved Abby Doyle for Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (7-0)
• Approved Kevin Durkan for Off Street Parking Board (7-0)
• Approved Stephen Hill for Community Development Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved Stuart Kirshner for Conservation Commission (7-0)
• Approved James Olaes for Preservation of Historic Artifacts and War Memorials (4-3)

Human Rights Commission

The Commission voted to request a written memorandum from the City Manager explaining the denial of access to Worcester Police Department information. The board also requested clarification on language used to describe unhoused library patrons and voted to invite city leadership to a future meeting.

• Approved request for City Manager to provide written reasons for denying WPD information
• Approved request for City Manager to clarify verbiage used to describe unhoused library patrons
• Approved motion to have City Manager, City Solicitor, or assistants appear before the Commission
• Approved meeting minutes from June 12, 2023, and October 2, 2023
• Set new monthly meeting date for the fourth Monday of every month

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued Orders of Conditions for projects at 4 & 4A Flower Hill Drive and 24 Simone Street. It also granted five Certificates of Compliance for completed works and extended deadlines for several other projects.

• Issued Order of Conditions for addition at 4 & 4A Flower Hill Drive (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for development at 24 Simone Street (4-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for utility poles at Webster St and Stafford St (4-0)
• Issued Certificates of Compliance for 322 Massasoit Rd, 151 Woodland St, 10 Pullman St, 30 Quinsigamond Ave, and Ellie Way (4-0)
• Granted one-year extensions for Malden Woods and 219 & 221 Lake Avenue (4-0)
• Extended shed removal deadline to 6/30/24 for 75 Harrington Way (4-0)
• Ratified enforcement order for 570 Lincoln Street (4-0)
• Postponed public hearings and extended deadlines for six properties (4-0)

School Committee

The School Committee considered the appointment of a full-time Clerk. Three finalists were recommended for interviews to be held on November 16, 2023.

• Scheduled interviews for Clerk finalists Emanuela Abbascia, Kate Benoit, and Kristi Turgeon for Nov 16, 2023

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

The Standing Committee on Finance and Operations met to view facilities. The committee visited Chandler Elementary School and the Central Branch YMCA.

Worcester Arts Council

The provided document is a meeting agenda. It does not contain records of decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Worcester Redevelopment Authority

The Authority approved the issuance of an RFP to purchase walk-off mats for Union Station and authorized a property management agreement amendment. A bid solicitation for Union Station cleaning services was tabled pending a scope assessment.

• Approved RFP for purchase of 17 walk-off mats at Union Station (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Property Management Services Agreement with NAI Glickman Kovago & Jacobs Management for $24,129.00 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2023 (4-0)
• Tabled solicitation of bids for cleaning services at Union Station

Retirement Board

The Board voted to invest $15M each into GIP and Stonepeak. The Board also voted to retain IFM and rebalance the portfolio by moving 2% from Real Estate into Real Assets.

• Invest $15M into GIP (5-0)
• Invest $15M into Stonepeak (5-0)
• Retain IFM (5-0)
• Rebalance 2% out of Real Estate and into Real Assets via Meketa (5-0)

Cable Television Advisory Committee

The Cable Television Advisory Committee elected John Keough as the new Chairperson. The committee also set a November 29 deadline for members to submit individual contributions for the Ascertainment Report and requested that outside legal counsel attend the next meeting.

• Approved September 19, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Elected John Keough as Chair (5-0)
• Set November 29 deadline for Ascertainment Report contributions
• Requested outside counsel attend next meeting (4-0-1)

Lake Quinsigamond Commission

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists planned discussions on jet ski use, rowing regattas, and lake management, but contains no record of decisions or outcomes.

Board of Health

The Board of Health voted to support state legislation aimed at reducing punitive reporting for pregnant people with substance use disorders. The board also received updates on opioid overdose trends, homelessness, and the reopening plan for Community Healthlink.

• Approved September 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved October 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Voted to support state Bill H.166 and Bill H.173 regarding substance-exposed newborns

Hope Cemetery Commission

The provided documents include an agenda for the November 6, 2023, Hope Cemetery Commission meeting and a separate City Council resolution. The City Council voted to accept a donation from the Friends of Hope Cemetery for water system maintenance.

• Approved $65,763.99 donation from Friends of Hope Cemetery for water system equipment and supplies (9-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved permits for a new restaurant, a home porch expansion, and multiple multi-family housing projects. One application for a digital billboard was withdrawn, and a multi-family project at 103 Alvarado Avenue was continued to investigate water conditions.

• Approved porch expansion at 5 Alder Street (5-0)
• Granted request to withdraw digital billboard application at 309 Shrewsbury Street (5-0)
• Approved alcohol service permit for Sister’s Breakfast & Lunch at 171 Stafford Street (5-0)
• Approved 6-month time extension for townhouses at 26 Maxwell Street (5-0)
• Approved conversion to two-family dwelling at 18 Wayne Street (5-0)
• Approved restaurant use and parking relief at 194 Park Avenue (4-1)
• Approved 13-unit multi-family project at Lot 2A, Circuit Avenue South (5-0)
• Approved 15-unit multi-family project at Lot 2B, Circuit Avenue South (5-0)

Public Library Buildings and Grounds Committee

The meeting agenda listed a discussion of library projects, but the provided minutes contain no record of decisions, votes, or specific outcomes.

Board of Election Commissioners

The City of Worcester scheduled sessions to open and deposit early voted ballots in the Levi Lincoln Chamber on November 4 and November 5. The notice specifies that results will not be announced until after polls close on November 7.

• Scheduled early ballot processing for Nov 4, 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
• Scheduled early ballot processing for Nov 5, 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM (if necessary)

Board of Election Commissioners

The City of Worcester announced sessions for the advanced removal and depositing of early voted ballots. Processing is scheduled for November 4 and potentially November 5 at City Hall.

• Scheduled early ballot processing for Nov 4, 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
• Scheduled potential early ballot processing for Nov 5, 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Historical Commission

The Worcester Historical Commission unanimously approved seven petitions involving window replacements, driveway repaving, building demolition, and chimney removal across various properties. One petition to replace a slate roof with asphalt at 18 Haynes Street was tabled until November 16, 2023, pending additional cost estimates and material samples. The Commission also accepted an architectural salvage plan for the Saint-Gobain site and discussed upcoming design review guidelines.

• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for driveway repaving at 10 Regent Street (5-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window replacements at 129 Dewey Street (5-0)
• Approved Leave to Withdraw Without Prejudice for demolition at 54 Mason Street (5-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window replacements at 90 Grove Street (5-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window and stairwell changes at 47 Hermon Street (5-0)
• Tabled roof replacement petition at 18 Haynes Street until Nov 16, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for roof replacement at 38 Monadnock Road (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness and Demolition Delay Waiver for chimney removal at 21 Crown Street (5-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved several one-day liquor licenses and common victualer licenses. It issued a four-day suspension to Fatchops Sportsbar for server training and management violations, while waiving a previous suspension for Beer Garden MA, LLC.

• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Illah Cribs, Odd by Worcester Brewing, Ecotarium, and BirchAlley (3-0)
• Approved common victualer licenses for Joe Cannolis Bakery, Kenmore Diner, and Wingstop (3-0)
• Approved request for Warsaw, Inc. to open at 10:00 a.m. on Sundays (3-0)
• Issued 4-day suspension to Fatchops Sportsbar for Nov 15-18, 2023 (3-0)
• Waived 3-day suspension for Beer Garden MA, LLC (3-0)
• Allowed Leave to Withdraw for Elizabeth Purdy's liquor application (3-0)
• Postponed applications for Mayoush Enterprises, Fat Chops LLC (manager change), New Tradition LLC, and Los 3 Reyes Magos Sandwiches LLC to Nov 16, 2023 (3-0)

School Committee

The School Committee accepted two state grants for student wellness and early college programming. The board also approved several prior-year payments and referred requests regarding district policy and facility updates to standing committees.

• Approved $475,000 Early College Support Grant
• Approved $53,550 Social Emotional Learning and Mental Health grant
• Approved honorary high school diploma for George Drosidis (7-0)
• Approved gender breakdown as standard practice for student data reporting (7-0)
• Approved Parent Square pilot program and filed (7-0)
• Referred North High gender-inclusive bathroom request to Finance and Operations
• Referred district search policy review to Governance and Employee Issues
• Referred flag pole maintenance and solar lighting request to Finance and Operations

Urban Forestry Tree Commission

The provided document contains an agenda for the November 1, 2023, meeting and detailed minutes from a previous meeting on September 27, 2023. No substantive decisions or vote outcomes are recorded for the November 1 session.

• Approved September 27, 2023 minutes (recorded in September minutes as 3-0)

Planning Board

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists proposed items for discussion, including several definitive site plans and special permit extensions, but contains no record of decisions made or votes taken.

Advisory Commission on Youth

The meeting focused on updates regarding the Youth Agenda, charter changes, and youth violence prevention. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Commission on Elder Affairs

The supplied document is an agenda and meeting notice for the October 30, 2023 meeting of the Worcester Commission on Elder Affairs, along with historical minutes from previous meetings. It outlines scheduled reports from the chair, staff, and regional planning commission, but does not contain a record of decisions made at the October 30 meeting itself.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The provided minutes for the October 26, 2023, meeting consist of an agenda and supporting documentation. There is no record of votes, approvals, or final decisions made during the session.

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The provided document is an open meeting notice and agenda rather than meeting minutes. It contains no record of decisions, votes, or actions taken during the October 26, 2023, meeting.

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues met in executive session to interview applicants for the position of Clerk of the School Committee.

• Interviewed applicants for Clerk of the School Committee

License Commission

The Commission approved a one-day liquor and entertainment license for an event at the Worcester Common. The license is valid for October 28, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• Approved one-day liquor license for Redemption Rock Brewing, Co (2-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Board of Trustees

The Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Board of Trustees held a digital meeting on October 25, 2023. The board approved the September 25, 2023 meeting minutes, the FY23 audit, the amended FY24 budget, and the Executive Director's 2023-2024 goals. The meeting also included presentations on the FY23 audit and MCAS results.

• Approved September 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved FY23 audit as presented
• Approved amended FY24 budget
• Approved Executive Director's 2023-2024 goals

Public Library Board of Directors

The minutes provide the agenda for the October 25, 2023 meeting of the Worcester Public Library Board of Directors. The agenda lists procedural items such as calling the meeting to order, approving previous minutes, and receiving reports from the President, Director, and various committees. No specific decisions, votes, or substantive actions are recorded in the provided text.

• Agenda item: Approval of September 27, 2023 minutes
• Agenda item: Reports from President, Director, HR Manager, and committees

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

The committee reviewed quarterly reports on district-wide capital projects and facility maintenance. The administration recommended against wage increases for CNAs and LPNs and reported that current nurse staffing levels are sufficient.

• Recommended against wage increases for CNAs and LPNs
• Recommended approval and filing of nurse staffing review
• Reviewed FY24 First Quarter Budget Status Report
• Reviewed FY24 Quarter 1 Capital Projects and Facilities updates

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The committee met in executive session to interview applicants for the position of Clerk of the School Committee. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Interviewed applicants for Clerk of the School Committee

Standing Committee on Economic Development

The committee recommended approval for three separate zoning map amendments. One amendment removes a legacy manufacturing zone near Coes Park, while the others extend business zoning districts at 0 Grafton St. and Grove St.

• Approved September 26, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval as amended to remove 271 Mill St. for zoning map amendment extending BG-2.0 zone from Park Avenue (3-0)
• Recommended approval to extend BG-3.0 and CCOD-E zoning at 0 Grafton St. (3-0)
• Recommended approval to change zoning at 440, 454 & 474 Grove St. from RL-7 and BG-3.0 to BG-3.0 (3-0)

City Council

The City Council adopted a resolution to establish an Age Friendly Community Strategy for city planning and development. The council also approved several traffic safety measures and requested multiple reports from the City Manager regarding street vendors, private roads, and sports fields.

• Adopted resolution supporting Age Friendly Community Strategy (10-0)
• Approved conduit location for Charter Communications on Grove St. (10-0)
• Approved jointly-owned pole for National Grid and Verizon on Webster St. (10-0)
• Approved crosswalk signage and flashing lights at 157 Mountain St. West (10-0)
• Approved 'No U-Turn' signage at Salisbury St. and Grove St. (10-0)
• Approved 'Dead End No Warehouse Access' sign on Grafton St. (10-0)
• Approved sidewalk improvements on Salisbury St. for Assumption University (10-0)
• Requested report on street vendor license end-dates and age minimums (10-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued Orders of Conditions for projects at Indian Lake Beach and Elm Park. Several property owners received Negative Determinations of Applicability for site clearing and tree removal. The board also granted multiple project extensions and lifted one enforcement order.

• Approved Indian Lake Beach parking, bathroom, and playground improvements (6-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for Elm Park perimeter mowing and plantings (6-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 4 Brandt Lane clearing (6-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 34 Sears Island Drive tree removal (6-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 133 Granite Street (5-0-1)
• Approved Amended Order of Conditions for 378 Plantation Street (5-0)
• Approved Amended Order of Conditions for 12R New Bond Street (6-0)
• Lifted enforcement order for 255 Lake Avenue (6-0)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues reviewed a proposal to reorganize committee structures as the School Committee expands from 7 to 9 members. The Administration presented two options for restructuring the committees' purposes and administrator assignments. The provided minutes do not record a final decision or vote on these options.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Facilities and Finance Committee

The Facilities and Finance Committee reviewed an audit and the FY24 budget. The committee moved to send the amended FY24 budget to the Board of Trustees for a vote.

• Accepted September 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Moved amended FY24 budget to Board of Trustees for vote

Historical Commission

The Commission approved a Building Demolition Delay Waiver for a scrap metal building repurposing project. It also issued Certificates of Non-Applicability for two residential properties and a partial Certificate of Appropriateness for one home.

• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 51 Harding Street (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for 144 Pleasant Street (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for 98 Austin Street (6-0)
• Approved partial Certificate of Appropriateness for 16 Congress Street (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 16 Congress Street paint colors to Nov 16, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved October 5, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

License Commission

The Commission issued a seven-day suspension to Beer Garden MA, LLC following safety and compliance violations. The board also approved several one-day liquor licenses, common victualer licenses, and permanent outdoor dining for Peppercorns Park Avenue Grille.

• Imposed 7-day suspension on Beer Garden MA, LLC (3-0)
• Approved permanent outdoor dining and entertainment for Peppercorns Park Avenue Grille (3-0)
• Approved transfer and pledge of package store all alcohol license for K Liquor Corp. (3-0)
• Adopted Compliance Check Guidelines for off-premises licenses (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church, City of Worcester/Greater Good Imperial Brewing Co, and Ecotarium (3-0)
• Approved common victualer licenses for 7 Vibes Nutrition, Encanto Latino Restaurante, and PRG Mart 786 Corporation (3-0)
• Approved entertainment license for 139 LLC (3-0)
• Postponed applications for Mayoush Enterprises, LLC, Fat Chops, LLC, and New Tradition, LLC to Nov 2, 2023 (3-0)

Worcester Housing Authority

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists requests for approval regarding tenant write-offs, administrative plan amendments, construction contracts, and funding applications, but does not record the outcomes or votes.

Retirement Board

The Board conducted interviews with GIP and Stonepeak regarding an Infrastructure RFP and requested further review by absent members. The Board also held annual due diligence hearings with five fund managers, all of whom reported no changes in strategy or employment.

• Scheduled November 9th financial meeting for 8:30 and regular meeting for 9:00
• Requested 6-month follow-up update with EnTrust
• Deferred decision on Infrastructure RFP pending review of presentations by all Board members

Building Futures, Inc. Board of Directors

The Board reviewed the financial statement through August 31, 2023. They considered a request to approve Change Order No. 9 for the 'A Place to Live' project at 38 Lewis Street. The minutes list these items as agenda topics but do not record the final votes or outcomes for these approvals.

• Agenda item: Review financial statement through August 31, 2023
• Agenda item: Consider approval of Change Order No. 9 for 'A Place to Live' project
• Agenda item: Request approval of September 21, 2023 minutes

School Committee

The School Committee reviewed a report on student academic achievement and MCAS growth. The committee also considered several donations and personnel records, and discussed the implementation of a new communication platform called ParentSquare.

• Approved $350,000 donation from Gene Haas Foundation for Worcester Technical High School
• Approved $2,000 donation from Milton CAT to South High Community Diesel Technology Program
• Approved $6,326 donation from Sarah Daniels Pettit and William O. Pettit Jr. Fund for Worcester Technical High School
• Approved $570 donation from Saul A. Seder Fund for Skills USA at Worcester Technical High School
• Approved $469 donation from Thurston E. Solomon and Everett J. Mortar Memorial Fund for Skills USA at Worcester Technical High School
• Approved $3,130 donation from Marcia R. Katter Memorial Fund for preschool programs
• Approved $530 donation from Mary Oakley Memorial Fund for art supplies
• Approved prior year payment of $3,250 to Herc Rentals

Worcester Retirement Board Finance Committee

The provided document is a draft agenda for a meeting focused on investment issues and manager presentations. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

MCRWB Full Board

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of reports on workforce data legislation, program updates, and career center operations.

• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes for the items listed.

Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization

The provided document is an agenda rather than meeting minutes. It lists planned discussions on an e-bike pilot program and grant updates, but records no final decisions or vote outcomes.

Standing Committee on Traffic and Parking

The committee recommended approval for multiple handicap parking spaces, crosswalk signage, and a new all-way stop at Moreland St., Carter Rd., and Brigham Rd. Several requests for resident permit parking and traffic signals were held or filed. The committee also recommended making a segment of Jackson St. one-way.

• Recommended approval of handicap parking at 31 Oxford St., 29 Shamrock St., 12 Wyman St., 20 Lakeside Ave., 17 Jefferson St. (2-0)
• Recommended approval of crosswalk signage and lights at 157 Mountain St. West and signage at Richmond Ave. and Audubon Rd. (2-0)
• Recommended approval of 'No Parking Anytime' signs at 14 Portland St., 40 Upsala St., and 8 Chapin St. (2-0)
• Recommended approval to make Jackson St. one-way from Southbridge St. to Beacon St. (2-0)
• Recommended approval of 30-minute parking at 11 Suffolk St. (2-0)
• Recommended approval of stop signs on Beacon St. at Oread St. (2-0)
• Recommended approval of all-way stop and lane markings at Moreland St., Carter Rd., and Brigham Rd. (2-0)
• Recommended approval of pedestrian signage at Salisbury St. easterly crosswalk and removal of westerly crosswalk (2-0)

Accessibility Advisory Commission

The Accessibility Advisory Commission approved two variances for the Ecotarium renovation, allowing existing inaccessible restrooms to remain and granting temporary relief for entrance access. The Commission also received updates on Polar Park accessibility improvements and discussed concerns regarding the Chief Equity Officer job description. The September 21 meeting minutes were tabled.

• Approved variance for Ecotarium to keep inaccessible restrooms (roll call, 2 recused)
• Approved temporary variance for Ecotarium first-floor entrance access (roll call, 2 recused)
• Tabled approval of September 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Elevated Joseph Prochilo to full member status for the meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 6:54 PM (unanimous roll call)

Standing Committee on Public Health and Human Services

The Standing Committee on Public Health and Human Services approved the minutes from its September 28 meeting. The committee also voted to recommend filing three informational communications from the City Manager regarding lodging houses, crisis intervention, and youth violence prevention.

• Approved September 28, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Recommended filing communication on lodging houses (3-0)
• Recommended filing communication on Community Health Link crisis intervention grant (3-0)
• Recommended filing communication on Worcester Youth Violence Prevention Initiative Year One Plan (3-0)

City Council

The City Council accepted several grants and donations, including $1.2M from the Healthcare Hub program. The council also adopted orders to create a PILOT Task Force for tax-exempt institutions and a mandatory registration system for lobbyists.

• Approved $1.2M grant from Healthcare Hub program (9-0)
• Adopted order to create a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) Task Force (11-0)
• Adopted mandatory registration system for lobbyists (10-0)
• Approved $1.666M loan order for Sewer Control Plan (10-0)
• Placed draft ordinances regarding Crisis Pregnancy Centers on file (7-4)
• Adopted resolution condemning hostage taking in Israel (8-2)
• Approved relocation of on-street parking on Harding Street (10-0)
• Adopted order to remove civil service requirement for Chief of Police (10-0)

Green Worcester Advisory Committee

The City Council passed the Specialized Stretch building energy code with a 10-1 vote, effective July 2024. The committee also reviewed a draft of the first Green Worcester Progress Report and received updates on municipal energy and forestry grants.

• Approved September 18, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 31, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• City Council approved Specialized Stretch building energy code (10-1)

Civic Center Commission

The Commission approved a request to waive rent fees for the Massachusetts Democratic Party State Convention scheduled for May 30 to June 1, 2024. City staff provided updates on various capital projects at the DCU Arena and Convention Center, and ASM Global reported on recent events and sales.

• Approved rent waiver for Massachusetts Democratic Party State Convention (3-0)
• Accepted September 28, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a 73-unit high-rise project and granted one-year time extensions for two other mixed-use developments. A request to divide a two-family dwelling into two single-family lots was also approved.

• Approved ±76,165 SF multi-family high-rise at 224 Shrewsbury Street (5-0)
• Approved 1-year time extension for mixed-use project at 44 Grafton St & 102 Temple St (5-0)
• Approved 1-year time extension for multi-family project at 225 Shrewsbury St & 68 Albany St (5-0)
• Approved division of 9 & 11 Pocasset Avenue into two single-family lots (5-0)
• Granted postponements for items 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, and 12 (5-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of application for Salisbury Green and associated properties

Public Schools Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Supports

The committee reviewed a proposal to establish an Employee Child Care Center for the 2025-2026 school year. The administration also provided updates on a Unified Physical Education pilot program at Burncoat High School and presented a 'Vision of a Learner' framework.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Education Committee

The committee met to review the September 8, 2023 meeting minutes and receive updates on MCAS spring data, academic goals, and the MTSSMS program. The minutes record a motion to approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Motion to approve September 8, 2023 Meeting Minutes

Worcester Arts Council

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists planned discussion topics but does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Worcester Redevelopment Authority

The Board approved a motion to assess cleaning needs and issue a new RFP for Union Station services, maintaining the current contract on a month-to-month basis in the interim. The Authority also discussed MBTA commuter rail schedule changes and provided updates on The Cove and Union Station tenancies.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved motion to assess cleaning needs and issue RFP for Union Station cleaning services (5-0)

Retirement Board

The Worcester Retirement Board approved four collective superannuation retirements and authorized seven warrants totaling approximately $9.3 million, including $8.4 million for September retiree benefits. The Board also approved accidental disability benefits for a police sergeant and a fire lieutenant during executive session. A review of retirement vendor options was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved four collective superannuation retirements (Anderson, Cosenza, Irger, Manzaro)
• Approved warrants totaling $9,326,313.75, including $8,427,383.48 for September retiree benefits
• Approved accidental disability for Brian Donohue (WPD Police Sergeant)
• Accepted involuntary accidental disability for Duncan Maclean (WFD Fire Lieutenant)
• Reviewed and accepted September regular minutes and election results
• Postponed Executive Secretary evaluation to November meeting
• Directed Executive Secretary to survey other retirement boards' vendors for report next meeting

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The provided text is an announcement for a Rider's Forum rather than meeting minutes. No formal decisions, votes, or board actions are recorded in the document.

MCRWB Youth Council

The Council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations on Penn Foster career training and updates on WIOA FY24 subcontractors, YouthWorks, and Connecting Activities.

• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs

The commission discussed its mission to advise the City Manager on serving the Latino community and gathered initial ideas from members regarding nonprofits, airport flights, health equities, housing, and immigrant resources. No policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Scheduled next meeting for Thursday, November 16, 2023 (5-0)

Citizen Advisory Council

The provided text contains the agenda for the October 11, 2023, meeting and the minutes from a previous selection meeting held on September 13, 2023. No decisions from the October 11 meeting are recorded.

• Approved 7/10/23 minutes (7-0) during Sept 13 meeting
• Approved Monica Adwani for Worcester Redevelopment Authority (6-0-1) during Sept 13 meeting
• Approved Austin Cyganiewicz for Worcester Redevelopment Authority (7-0) during Sept 13 meeting
• Approved Leopoldo Negron Cruz for Board of Health (7-0) during Sept 13 meeting
• Approved Kathryn Roy for Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (7-0) during Sept 13 meeting
• Approved Pablo Santiago for Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs (7-0) during Sept 13 meeting
• Approved Maureen Schwab for Community Development Advisory Committee (7-0) during Sept 13 meeting
• Approved Maureen Schwab for Zoning Board of Appeals (7-0) during Sept 13 meeting

Planning Board

The Board approved several definitive site plans and amendments, including a residential project on Shrewsbury Street and a facility expansion on Plantation Street. It also granted time extensions for two existing site plans and approved a single-family dwelling at 0 Meadow Lane.

• Approved Definitive Site Plan Amendment for 224 Shrewsbury Street (3-0)
• Approved Definitive Subdivision Amendment for Arboretum Village Phase IV (3-0)
• Postponed Site Plan Amendment for Arboretum Village Phase IV (3-0)
• Granted two-year site plan extension for 44 Grafton St & 102 Temple St (3-0)
• Approved definitive site plan for 0 Meadow Lane (3-0)
• Granted site plan extension for 225 Shrewsbury St & 68 Albany St (3-0)
• Approved Definitive Site Plan Amendment for 378 Plantation Street (3-0)
• Endorsed ANR plan for 525 Grafton Street & Pilgrim Avenue (3-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Governance Committee

The committee met to review the June 20, 2023 meeting minutes and discuss board member recruitment and responsibilities. The provided text is an agenda and does not record the outcomes of the motions or discussions.

Chapter 139 Hearing

The provided document is an agenda for a Chapter 139 hearing listing eight properties. The record does not establish any decisions, votes, or outcomes for the items listed.

Senior Center Committee

The committee approved three funding allocations totaling $57,893 from contingency funds, including money for two temporary staff positions and kitchen equipment. They also approved $5,000 for a food security program contingent on service enumeration. The meeting confirmed the next session for November 14, 2023, and discussed potential programming based on a Netflix documentary.

• Approved $5,000 for Food Security Program (m/s/a)
• Approved $26,893 for two temporary staff positions (m/s/a)
• Approved $26,000 for equipment and supplies (m/s/a)
• Confirmed next meeting for Nov. 14, 2023
• Approved minutes from Sept. 12, 2023 meeting (m/s/a)

City Council

The City Council accepted a recommendation to deny an ordinance that would have deleted the Worcester Ballpark Commission and transferred control of Polar Park to the Department of Public Facilities. The Council also denied a request for the City Manager to report on revenue-generating events at the park.

• Accepted recommendation to deny ordinance deleting Worcester Ballpark Commission (8-1)
• Denied reconsideration of the Polar Park ordinance decision (0-9)
• Placed request to recommit Polar Park item back to City Manager on file (8-0)
• Placed request to study transferring Ballpark Commission members to another group on file (7-1)
• Denied request for City Manager report on Polar Park revenue-generating events and renegotiation (1-7)

Historical Commission

The Worcester Historical Commission approved the withdrawal of a window replacement request for 9 Cedar Street and granted a Certificate of Non-Applicability for repainting 15 Oxford Street. It also approved a Building Demolition Delay Waiver for select window replacements at 40 Richards Street. Additionally, the Commission concurred with the Massachusetts Historical Commission's finding on the Lakeside Apartments redevelopment project and discussed other Section 106 requests.

• Approved September 21, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Granted withdrawal request for window replacement at 9 Cedar Street (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for repainting 15 Oxford Street (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window replacements at 40 Richards Street (6-0)
• Concurred with Massachusetts Historical Commission finding on Lakeside Apartments redevelopment (6-0)

License Commission

The Worcester License Commission approved several one-day liquor and entertainment licenses, common victualer licenses for new and relocating businesses, and an all-alcohol restaurant license for M.E.T.A. Grill. Several other applications and a status hearing were postponed to the October 19, 2023 meeting. The commission also voted to advertise suspension guidelines for compliance checks.

• Approved minutes of September 21, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Saint Joseph and Saint Stephen Parish at 10 Dupont Street (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Worcester Center for Crafts at 25 Sagamore Road (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Our Lady of Perpetual Help Melkite Catholic Church at 30 Anna Street (3-0)
• Approved amended one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Julie Toupin at 62 Green Street/6 Winter Street (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Boys & Girls Club of Worcester at 2 Main Street (3-0)
• Approved common victualer license for 3 Kings Restaurant at 118 Cambridge Street (3-0)
• Approved common victualer license for Root and Press at 156 Shrewsbury Street (3-0)

School Committee

The Worcester School Committee approved a $50,000 Innovation Pathways Support Grant, a $55,500 EdTech grant for the Wawecus Road School Spark Plan, and a three-year parking lease with Webster Square Shopping Center for Gates Lane School staff. The Committee also approved multiple prior year vendor payments, accepted donations of music equipment from Anna Maria College for Burncoat High School, and referred several general business items and public petitions to administration or standing committees.

• Approved donation of music instruments and stands from Anna Maria College for Burncoat High School Music Program
• Approved FC419 Innovation Pathways Support Grant in the amount of $50,000.00
• Approved DESE Building Capacity for High-Quality Instruction through EdTech grant in the amount of $55,500.00
• Approved prior year vendor payments totaling multiple invoices, including $135.00 to Easter Seals of Massachusetts and $603.54 to Cathy Mason
• Approved a three-year lease agreement with Webster Square Shopping Center for 14 parking spaces for Gates Lane School staff at $1,050.00 per month
• Referred public petition regarding physical education at Worcester East Middle School to administration
• Referred several general business items regarding student health, nurse staffing, traffic speed bumps, and food sharing to administration or standing committees

Board of Election Commissioners

The Board of Election Commissioners reviewed preparations for the November 7th Municipal Election, including early voting schedules and mail-in ballot processing. The meeting included discussions on split precincts for the concurrent state election and a joint agenda item with the Human Rights Commission regarding school committee district elections. No formal votes or new policies were adopted; the session focused on procedural updates and logistical planning.

• Discussed preparation for November 7th Municipal Election
• Discussed split precincts for concurrent state election
• Discussed early and mail-in voting procedures for 2023 Municipal Election
• Reviewed joint agenda with Human Rights Commission on School Committee District election process

Status of Women Advisory Committee

The supplied document is an agenda for the October 3, 2023 meeting of the Worcester Advisory Committee on the Status of Women rather than meeting minutes. It outlines scheduled discussions on the approval of prior minutes, planning for the December/January meetings, the 2023 Women of Consequence Awards, and a mentorship program.

School Committee

The Worcester School Committee's Governance and Employee Issues standing committee reviewed multiple general business items, including staff reorganization for a full-time Clerk position, proposed updates to the volunteer school uniform policy, and advertising guidelines under policy KHB. The committee also discussed updates on service animal policies and reviewed drafts of the Superintendent's strategic plan and goals. No final roll-call votes or substantive final policy approvals are recorded in the provided minutes text for these items.

• Reviewed draft job description and responsibilities for a full-time Administrative Clerk of the School Committee
• Reviewed proposed addition of an exit process to the Voluntary School Uniform Policy
• Reviewed proposed revisions to district policy KHB regarding commercial advertising in schools
• Reviewed proposed updates to the Worcester Public Schools policy and protocols on service animals
• Reviewed draft priorities, aims, and goals for the Superintendent's Strategic Plan

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues met to discuss several policy items and the district's strategic planning process. The committee reviewed the job description for a full-time Clerk of the School Committee, discussed attendance and service animal policies, and received updates on the Superintendent's Strategic Plan. No final votes were recorded on the policy items, which remain under review.

• Held discussion on reorganization of School Committee support staff
• Held discussion on district policy regarding excused absences
• Held discussion on service and support animal policies
• Held discussion on public use of school playgrounds
• Held discussion on voluntary school uniform policy exit language
• Held discussion on revisions to advertising policy KHB
• Reviewed Superintendent's Strategic Plan and goals

Standing Committee on Municipal and Legislative Operations

The Municipal and Legislative Operations Committee approved amendments to create Advisory Committees on African American and Black Affairs and LGBTQ+ Affairs, along with measures to regulate and register city lobbyists. The committee also recommended filing reports on PERAC retirement system appropriations, elderly and veteran tax exemptions, and ARPA funding updates.

• Approved minutes of the August 17, 2023 committee meeting (3-0)
• Recommended filing PERAC retirement system appropriation communication for FY 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of lobbyist registration regulations and home rule petition (3-0)
• Recommended filing City Manager communication regarding elderly and other tax exemptions (3-0)
• Recommended approval of ordinances creating Advisory Committee on African American and Black Affairs and Advisory Committee on LGBTQ+ Affairs (3-0)
• Recommended filing ARPA funding update communication (3-0)

City Council

The City Council confirmed appointments to the Community Preservation Committee and the Advisory Committee on the Status of Women. Councilors approved several requests for reports from the City Manager regarding city board demographics, dog park improvements, and apprenticeship hiring data. Additionally, the Council referred multiple zoning and traffic-related items to standing committees for further review.

• Confirmed Monica Adwani and Eric Stratton to Community Preservation Committee (11-0)
• Confirmed Kathryn Roy to Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (11-0)
• Approved $200,000 transfer for Law Department expenses (10-0)
• Referred ADU zoning amendment to Economic Development Committee (7-4)
• Approved report request on apprenticeship hiring data (11-0)
• Approved report request on city board demographics (11-0)
• Approved report request on dog park improvements (11-0)
• Tabled ordinance regarding Worcester Ballpark Commission (4-7)

Commission on Elder Affairs

The Senior Center Committee approved funding for a food security program, two temporary staff positions, and various facility equipment. The Commission on Elder Affairs also approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved $5,000 for Southeast Asian Coalition Food Security Program (m/s/a)
• Approved $26,893 for temporary Dementia Friendly Coordinator and Program Assistant positions (m/s/a)
• Approved $26,000 for kitchen equipment, wellness room divider, and computers (m/s/a)
• Approved June 26, 2023 Commission meeting minutes (m/s/a)
• Approved May 22, 2023 Commission meeting minutes (m/s/a)
• Approved June 13, 2023 Senior Center Committee report (m/s/a)

Board of Health

The Board of Health unanimously approved amended regulations restricting tobacco retail permits, effective after required newspaper advertisements. The Board also voted to issue warnings rather than suspensions to 16 retailers that failed youth compliance checks in June and July. Additionally, Chareese Allen was elected Vice Chair, and the Board deferred approval of the previous month's minutes to allow for review.

• Approved amended tobacco retail regulations (3-0)
• Issued warnings to 16 tobacco retailers for failed youth compliance checks (3-0)
• Elected Chareese Allen as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Deferred approval of September meeting minutes to next meeting
• Approved amended agenda including COVID update (3-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Commission approved requests for WPD investigation reports on sustained allegations, hate crime incidents, and a meeting with the City Solicitor regarding civil rights settlements. The board also approved the September 11, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved September 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled June 12, 2023 minutes
• Approved request for full investigation reports on 12 sustained WPD allegations from 2022
• Approved request for POST submission forms for approximately 31 unsubstantiated WPD cases
• Approved request for investigation reports on 17 hate crime incidents (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023)
• Approved request for City Solicitor's Office representative to explain 13 civil rights settlements (FY19-FY23)

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved a project to construct two duplexes at 173 Lake Avenue North and issued several Negative Determinations of Applicability for smaller projects. It also granted time extensions for the Southwest Cutoff and Hawden Park Boardwalk projects.

• Issued Order of Conditions for 2 duplexes at 173 Lake Avenue North (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 3 Suburban Road (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 50 Mill Street (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 1180 Millbury Street (5-0)
• Issued Certificates of Compliance for 585-587 Burncoat Street and 63 Marjorie Street (5-0)
• Granted one-year extensions for Southwest Cutoff and Hawden Park Boardwalk (5-0)
• Ratified Emergency Certification for Pond Leveler at Southwest Cutoff (5-0)
• Lifted Enforcement Order for 217 Lake Avenue (5-0)

Civic Center Commission

The Civic Center Commission voted 3-0 to amend operating expenses, allowing ASM Global to use profits to repay a $662,224 city cash advance from the pandemic. Staff reported that Convention Center slab repairs exceeded budget and will be handled as ongoing maintenance, while arena structural steel upgrades received no bids after two attempts. ASM Global reported a positive net income of $1.833 million for the year.

• Approved amendment to repay $662,224 cash advance (3-0)
• Accepted minutes from May 25, 2023 meeting
• Adjourned meeting; next meeting set for Oct 26, 2023

Board of Health

The meeting record consists of an agenda and communications. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the provided text.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The provided document contains an agenda for the September 28, 2023 meeting and full minutes for a previous meeting held on June 15, 2023. No decisions or outcomes are recorded for the September 28 session.

Standing Committee on Public Health and Human Services

The Standing Committee on Public Health and Human Services reviewed requests for quarterly meetings with the Department of Public Health and the Board of Health. After hearing from health officials and a resident, the committee recommended that these items be placed on file.

• Approved minutes from July 19, 2023
• Recommended filing request for quarterly meetings with Department of Public Health and Board of Health
• Recommended filing communication regarding 2021 Greater Worcester Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP)
• Recommended filing communication regarding Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) Project

Urban Forestry Tree Commission

The commission discussed a $23.5 million USDA grant application for urban tree canopy expansion in environmental justice areas. Members also reviewed the status of the Urban Forestry Master Plan and discussed tree removal processes for Newton Ave North.

• Approved minutes from April 12 and May 3, 2023 (3-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Board of Trustees

The Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Board of Trustees held a digital meeting on September 27, 2023. The supplied source document is an agenda rather than official minutes and records no vote tallies, approvals, or specific outcomes for the listed agenda items.

Lake Quinsigamond Commission

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It contains no records of decisions, votes, or actions taken during the September 27, 2023, meeting.

Public Library Buildings and Grounds Committee

The committee met to discuss possible projects for the OCOL locations. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Public Library Board of Directors

The provided document contains the agenda for the September 27, 2023, meeting but does not include the minutes recording any actions taken or decisions made.

Standing Committee on Public Safety

The committee reviewed several informational reports from city departments and recommended that most be filed. The committee issued several Chairman's Orders requesting additional reports on ATV confiscations, SmartBurner devices, and landlord licensing.

• Approved minutes from May 25, 2023
• Recommended filing reports on drone deployment, body-worn camera access, and 2022 crime statistics
• Recommended holding the report on the Police Cadet Program
• Recommended filing the report on smoke alarm distribution
• Recommended filing the research report on Disaster Relief Funds
• Recommended filing the report on reverse 911 technology for tornado warnings
• Recommended filing reports on recouping costs from negligent landlords and specific property violations
• Recommended filing the request to consider the E.M.I.L.Y. water safety robot

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The provided document is an agenda for the Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes from the meeting.

Standing Committee on Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee recommended approval for two petitions to change zoning designations. One request concerns properties on Grove and Chadwick Streets, and the other concerns a property on Cambridge Street.

• Recommended approval to change zoning at 485 Grove St., 41 Chadwick St., and 101 Chadwick St. from RL-7 and RS-10 to BG-3.0 (3-0)
• Recommended approval to change zoning at 546 Cambridge St. from RG-5 to MG-2 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from the September 19, 2023 meeting

City Council

The City Council approved the Building Stretch Energy Code and Municipal Opt-In Specialized Code. Members also passed numerous orders for sidewalk repairs, parking changes, and traffic safety studies. Several items regarding the Chief of Police and Accessory Dwelling Units were tabled.

• Adopted Building Stretch Energy Code and Municipal Opt-In Specialized Code (10-1)
• Approved sidewalk repairs at Goldthwaite Rd, Richland St, Barr St, South Flagg St, Ives St, Bristol St, and Varnum St (11-0)
• Ordained creation of the Elm Park Neighborhood Historic District (11-0)
• Approved several handicap parking installations and removals (11-0)
• Voted to advertise ordinance relocating on-street parking on Harding Street (11-0)
• Adopted order to plant 1,000 trees in the city by 2026 (11-0)
• Referred 'Worcester Express' train preservation requests to Public Service and Transportation Committee (11-0)
• Placed zoning amendment request for Mayfield, Parker, Winfield, and May St on file (7-4)

Hope Cemetery Commission

The commission met to discuss the 5 Year Capital Plan and a request from the Islamic Society of Greater Worcester for 3,000 additional graves. The provided record contains the meeting agenda and a request letter, but does not record specific votes or final decisions.

Accessibility Advisory Commission

The Transportation & Mobility Department announced plans to inventory city streets and sidewalks this fall to create an ADA Transition Plan for Rights of Way. The Commission also discussed accessibility surveys for the DCU Center and requested changes to the Chief Equity Officer's job description to explicitly include accessibility.

• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Polar Park Accessibility Update
• No action taken on variance application for 36 Upsala Street

Historical Commission

The Commission denied a waiver to replace windows with vinyl PVC at 51 William Street. It approved a chimney and fence project at 14 Congress Street and accepted the CLG annual report.

• Granted withdrawal request for 6 Whitman Road (6-0)
• Denied Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window replacement at 51 William Street (0-7)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for chimney, fence, and gates at 14 Congress Street (7-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 14 Congress Street (7-0)
• Approved CLG annual report as written (7-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved multiple one-day liquor and entertainment permits for community and religious events, as well as a new coffee shop license. A change of ownership for a lodging house was also approved. Several entertainment and management requests were postponed to October meetings.

• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Our Lady of Providence Parish (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Christopher Besaw (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for St. Spyridon Cathedral (3-0)
• Approved common victualer license for Kaffe Inn (3-0)
• Approved change of ownership for lodging house at 5 Claremont Street (3-0)
• Postponed entertainment request for Mayoush Enterprises, LLC to Oct 19 (3-0)
• Postponed manager change for Fat Chops, LLC to Oct 5 (3-0)
• Postponed entertainment requests for New Tradition, LLC and 139 LLC to Oct 5 (3-0)

Worcester Housing Authority

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists requests for approval regarding Section 8 payment standards, tenant write-offs, and various construction and funding contracts, but it does not record the outcomes or decisions of these items.

Building Futures, Inc. Board of Directors

The Board of Directors met to review the financial statement through July 31, 2023. The agenda included requests to approve the August 17, 2023, meeting minutes and Change Order No. 8 for the 'A Place to Live' project at 38 Lewis Street. The provided text does not record the outcomes of these requests.

School Committee

The School Committee reviewed priority goals for the 2023-24 school year and considered an employment contract for the Director of Special Education and Intervention Services. The board also reviewed several prior-year payments and a grant for health initiatives at Sullivan Middle School.

• Approved $10,000 CrossFit Foundation Equipment grant for Sullivan Middle School
• Approved prior year payments to 19 vendors including United Elevator ($16,410.46) and American Institutes for Research ($29,073.00)
• Approved recognition of Forest Grove Middle School baseball and softball founders and coaches
• Tabled Superintendent Priority Goals for School Year 2023-24 (7-0)

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The provided document is an open meeting notice and agenda rather than meeting minutes. It contains no record of decisions, votes, or actions taken during the September 21, 2023, meeting.

Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Board approved a $1.8 million conditional commitment for the Merrick at the Square affordable rental housing development. They also extended existing funding commitments for the Worcester Boys Club and Trinity Curtis Phase 1 projects by six months each. A request for $750,000 for the Taylor and Farley Organ Factory project was tabled pending further review and potential amendments for deeper affordability.

• Approved $1.8M conditional commitment for Merrick at the Square (7-0)
• Extended $1.75M commitment for Worcester Boys Club by 6 months (8-0)
• Extended $2M commitment for Trinity Curtis Phase 1 by 6 months (8-0)
• Tabled $750k request for 17 Hermon Street for further review (8-0)
• Approved August 30 minutes (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved several definitive site plans, a parking plan, and site plan amendments. The board also granted a time extension for one project and approved two meeting postponements.

• Approved Definitive Site Plan and More than One Building on a Lot for 34, 36, & 38 Blackstone River Road (4-0)
• Approved application for 112 & 116 Rodney Street with DPRS & DPW conditions (4-0)
• Granted site plan extension of time for 84, 90 & 91 Lamartine Street to August 17, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved definitive site plan and definitive frontage subdivision for 173 Lake Avenue North (4-0)
• Approved parking plan for 10 Somerset Street with modifications to conditions 1a and 1b (4-0)
• Approved definitive site plan amendment for 16 & 52 Great Brook Valley Avenue (4-0)
• Approved definitive site plan for 82-86 Winter Street & 86 Grafton Street, striking second half of condition 1b (4-0)
• Granted postponements for 790 Salisbury Street and 224 Shrewsbury Street (4-0)

Public Library Committee on Administration

The committee met to discuss the Executive Director's performance review in executive session. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Moved into executive session to discuss Executive Director's performance review

Standing Committee on Traffic and Parking

The committee recommended approval for multiple handicap parking spaces, a two-way street conversion for Arwick Ave., and various 'No Parking' zones. Several requests for flashing crosswalk lights and speed humps were recommended to be filed.

• Recommended approval of handicap parking at 83 Richland St., 109 Dana Ave., 14 Williams St., 48 Tower St., and 25 1/2 Crompton St.
• Recommended removal of handicap parking at 563 Grafton St., 21 May St., 76 Arlington St., 35 Barclay St., and 11 Reeves St.
• Recommended filing requests for flashing crosswalk lights at 14 Richards St., 489 Hamilton St., and Rexhame Rd.
• Recommended approval of a three-way stop sign at Barry Rd., Barry Rd. Ext., and Toronita Ave.
• Recommended approval of 'No Parking' on the southerly side of Richland St. and 'No Left Turn' signage at Ward, Richland, and Dorchester St.
• Recommended filing requests for speed humps on Haviland St. and Germain St.
• Recommended approval to make Arwick Ave. a two-way street between Quinsigamond Ave. and Millbury St.
• Recommended approval to relocate on-street parking from the east to the west side of Harding Street.

Accessibility Advisory Commission

The commission held discussions regarding the ADA Transition Plan for Public Infrastructure and accessibility updates for Polar Park and the DCU Center. Members also discussed the renaming of the Executive Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to include Accessibility.

• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Cable Television Advisory Committee

The committee discussed the status of community needs assessment drafts and the process for accessing these documents. Members expressed concerns regarding the requirement to review drafts in person at City Hall rather than via email. The committee also received an update on pending correspondence with Charter regarding broadcast fees and PEG channel expenses.

• Approved minutes from August 2, 2023 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Advisory Commission on Youth

The Committee on Youth approved the July meeting minutes and agreed that the vice chair position should be filled by a youth representative. Members established an ad hoc group to create a timeline for a new Youth Agenda and tasked staff with drafting charter changes based on an equity tool. The committee will continue holding meetings via Zoom during the school year.

• Approved July minutes (motion by Judi Kirk, seconded by Casey Burns)
• Agreed vice chair position should be held by a youth representative
• Decided to continue Zoom meetings during the school year
• Formed ad hoc group to create timeline for Youth Agenda
• Tasked DYO and members to draft charter changes using equity tool
• Assigned members to collect data points for Youth Agenda by Oct 1

Standing Committee on Economic Development

The committee recommended approval for three zoning map amendments and the adoption of the Building Stretch Energy Code and Municipal Opt-In Specialized Code. A request to hold a public meeting regarding the Worcester Red Sox's opening season was recommended to be held.

• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for 104 Armory Street
• Recommended approval of zoning change from MG-2.0 to RG-5.0 for 12 Jackson St.
• Recommended approval of zoning change from ML-0.5 to BL-1.0 for 325 Greenwood St.
• Recommended approval of Building Stretch Energy Code and Municipal Opt-In Specialized Code (3-0)
• Recommended hold on public meeting regarding Worcester Red Sox opening season
• Approved August 23, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

City Council

The City Council approved $65,000 in grants and donations for the Recreation Worcester program and authorized several operational budget transfers for emergency communications and fire equipment. The council also denied a joint pole location request on Trahan Ave and placed a request for independent legal support on file.

• Approved $55,000 Bank of America grant and $10,000 Holy Cross donation for Recreation Worcester (11-0)
• Approved $132,000 transfer for Emergency Communications overtime (11-0)
• Approved $29,547 transfer for fire radio batteries, dive equipment, and a defibrillator (11-0)
• Approved $92,528.78 transfer for Treasury Ordinary Maintenance (11-0)
• Denied joint pole location for National Grid and Verizon New England on Trahan Ave (2-8)
• Placed request for City Council independent legal support on file (7-4)
• Approved amendments to Chief of Council and City Council Aide job descriptions (11-0)
• Approved Order of Taking for easements on Salisbury Street (11-0)

Green Worcester Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed a Clark University study on tree survivorship following the Asian Longhorn Beetle infestation. Staff reported receiving a $409,000 state grant for climate resilience projects and provided updates on the Specialized Stretch Code.

• Approved July 31, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a variance to demolish one home and build two single-family dwellings at 4 Barrows Road. It also granted six-month extensions for a two-family project at 24 Hermitage Lane. A proposal for a four-unit conversion at 2 Vaughan Avenue was continued to November 6th for redesign.

• Approved variance for 4 Barrows Road to divide property and build two single-family homes (5-0)
• Approved six-month extension for two-family dwelling at 24 Hermitage Lane (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 2 Vaughan Avenue multi-family conversion to November 6 (5-0)
• Granted postponements for 7 items including 11 Earle Terrace and 2 Milton Street (5-0)
• Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

The committee reviewed quarterly reports on building maintenance and capital projects. The provided minutes record the agenda items and supporting documentation for review, but do not record any final votes or decisions made during the September 18, 2023, meeting.

Standing Committee on Urban Technologies, Innovation and Environment

The committee recommended holding a public hearing to gather feedback on updating and enforcing the city's social media policy. Members also reviewed the Worcester 311 service, PrimeGov agenda software, and Community Fluency data management. Several items were recommended to be placed on file following discussions.

• Approved minutes from April 24, 2023 meeting
• Recommended holding a public hearing on updating/enforcing social media policy
• Recommended placing Worcester 311 informational communication on file
• Ordered City Manager to ensure 311 marketing is available in multiple languages
• Ordered City Manager to resolve 311 app issues including anonymous reporting and ticket counters
• Recommended placing PrimeGov software communication on file
• Recommended placing Community Fluency procurement update on file
• Ordered City Clerk to report on Community Fluency's archiving mechanism

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Facilities and Finance Committee

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes from the meeting.

MCRWB Executive Committee

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 16 and August 18 meetings. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff updates regarding career center probation, youth programs, and grant applications.

• Approved June 16 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 18 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Worcester Arts Council

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists topics for discussion but does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Worcester Redevelopment Authority

The Board approved a design services amendment for miscellaneous capital improvements at Union Station. Members also expressed strong opposition to recent MBTA commuter rail service reductions, requesting a formal explanation at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 10, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved $127,550 amendment to Design Services Agreement with Nault Architects, Inc. for Union Station improvements (4-0)

Retirement Board

The Board approved a budget amendment to cover rising costs for office equipment and medical reviews. It also approved several superannuation benefits, a survivor benefit, and four payment warrants. The Board voted to seek proposals for medical review services.

• Approved budget amendment for medical reviews and office equipment
• Voted to submit RFP for Medical Review Services
• Approved superannuation benefits for 11 individuals
• Approved survivor benefit for widower of Lorraine Guppy
• Approved warrants 23-36 through 23-39 totaling $8,651,347.84
• Authorized attendance for MACRS Fall conference
• Approved accidental disability for David Colton
• Tabled accidental disability for Kegan Cline

Citizen Advisory Council

The council interviewed applicants and voted to appoint several individuals to various city boards and commissions. The council also approved the minutes from the July 10, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes from 7/10/23 (7-0)
• Appointed Monica Adwani to Worcester Redevelopment Authority (6-0-1)
• Appointed Austin Cyganiewicz to Worcester Redevelopment Authority (7-0)
• Appointed Leopoldo Negron Cruz to Board of Health (7-0)
• Appointed Kathryn Roy to Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (7-0)
• Appointed Pablo Santiago to Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs (7-0)
• Appointed Maureen Schwab to Community Development Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Appointed Maureen Schwab to Zoning Board of Appeals (7-0)

Worcester Ballpark Commission

The Ballpark Commission held a joint meeting with the City Council’s Standing Committee on Public Works. The session was held to discuss the Commission’s report regarding the processing of Polar Park event days.

Board of Election Commissioners

The Board conducted the drawing of lots for ballot placement for several municipal offices. The Board also scheduled sessions for opening and depositing early voted ballots at City Hall in November.

• Completed drawing of lots for ballot placement for Mayor, City Council, and School Committee
• Scheduled early voted ballot processing for Nov. 4 and Nov. 5 (8:30 AM – 8:00 PM) at Levi Lincoln Chamber

Standing Committee on Public Works

The Public Works Committee voted 3-0 to deny an amendment that would have deleted the Worcester Ballpark Commission and transferred control of Polar Park to the Department of Public Facilities. The committee approved seven resident petitions for sidewalk repairs and tabled discussions on Polar Park event scheduling and utility street patching policies pending further reports.

• Denied amendment to delete Worcester Ballpark Commission (3-0)
• Approved sidewalk repair review at Goldthwaite Rd. and Pleasant Valley Dr.
• Approved sidewalk repair review on Richland St. from Vernon St. to fire hydrant
• Approved sidewalk repair review near 17 Barr St.
• Approved sidewalk repair review near 145-157 South Flagg St.
• Approved sidewalk repair at 19 Ives St.
• Approved repaving of Bristol St. sidewalk abutting 497 Burncoat St.
• Approved sidewalk repair review at 32 Varnum St.

Cable Television Advisory Committee

The provided document is an agenda for the Cable Television Advisory Committee meeting on September 12, 2023. It lists planned discussion topics, including updates on Spectrum contract questions and PEG channel expenses, but does not record any actual decisions, votes, or approvals.

• No substantive decisions recorded in the provided agenda text

Chapter 139 Hearing

The September 12, 2023 Chapter 139 hearing listed several condemned properties with owners, addresses, condemnation dates, and MBL numbers. One property (63 Mason Street) also noted a $30,000 amount. The minutes did not record any approvals, denials, votes, or other actions on the items.

Senior Center Committee

The provided text contains the agenda for the September 12, 2023, meeting and the minutes from the June 13, 2023, meeting. No decisions from the September 12 session are recorded.

• Approved May 9, 2023 minutes (June 13 meeting)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Supports

The committee reviewed two government requests regarding early education and driver's education. No new votes or final decisions were recorded in the provided minutes.

City Council

The City Council granted permission for National Grid, Verizon New England, and Crown Castle NG East, LLC to install conduits and joint poles at eight different locations. Various resident petitions regarding road resurfacing, parking, and traffic signage were referred to the appropriate committees for review.

• Approved conduit location for Crown Castle NG East, LLC on Plantation St.
• Approved joint pole location for National Grid and Verizon New England on Tacoma St.
• Approved conduit location for National Grid on Jaques A Ve.
• Approved conduit location for National Grid on May St. and June St.
• Approved joint pole location for National Grid and Verizon New England on Uncatena A Ve.
• Approved conduit location for National Grid on Newton A Ve.
• Approved conduit location for National Grid on Randolph Rd.
• Approved conduit location for National Grid on Albany St.

Board of Health

The Board approved the meeting minutes from June and July. A public hearing was held regarding proposed tobacco regulations and density caps, but no vote was taken on the regulations during this session.

• Approved June meeting minutes (3-1)
• Approved July 31st meeting minutes (2-1)

Hope Cemetery Commission

The commission met to discuss the 5 Year Capital Plan and a request from the Islamic Society of Greater Worcester for 3,000 additional graves. The provided document is an agenda and report outline; it does not record specific votes or final decisions made during the meeting.

Human Rights Commission

The Commission approved the August 7, 2023, meeting minutes. Members questioned Worcester Police Department officials regarding inconsistencies between internal misconduct data and POST reporting, as well as the status of hate crime dispositions.

• Approved August 7, 2023, minutes (unanimous)
• Requested WPD provide updates on hate crime cases in six months
• Requested WPD provide communication regarding POST reporting criteria
• Requested WPD provide detailed BOPS reports including all complaints and discipline
• Requested WPD provide internal affairs review and disciplinary records for Officer Justin Martin
• Scheduled a September follow-up meeting to review the Community Healthlink/WPD pilot program

Parks and Recreation Commission

The provided document is an agenda and report outline for the September 11, 2023, meeting. It includes a request from the Islamic Society of Greater Worcester for an additional 3,000 graves, but the record does not state if any decisions were made.

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued Orders of Conditions for projects at 1059 Grafton Street and 34-38 Blackstone River Road. It also granted Negative Determinations of Applicability for utility work on Grove Street and Tobias Boland Way. Several other public hearings were postponed or continued.

• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for Grove Street manhole sensors (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination of Applicability for 25 Tobias Boland Way fiber optic cable (5-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 1059 Grafton Street (5-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 34-38 Blackstone River Road (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 255 Lake Avenue to 10/2/23 (5-0)
• Granted withdrawal for Salisbury Street Right-of-Way and 633 & 646 Salisbury Street (5-0)
• Postponed hearings and extended deadlines for 121 Russell Street, 26 Apthorp Street, 0 Meadowbrook Road, 133 Granite Street, and 173 Lake Avenue North (5-0)

License Commission

The License Commission approved requests for a one-day liquor license and a one-day entertainment license for an event held by the CASA Project. The event is scheduled for September 14, 2023, at 446 Main Street.

• Approved one-day liquor license for CASA Project at 446 Main Street (2-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment license for live music for CASA Project at 446 Main Street (2-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Education Committee

The committee met to review school data and reports. The only recorded action was the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved August 11, 2023 Meeting Minutes

Historical Commission

The Commission approved demolition delay waivers for exterior renovations at 54 West Street, 5 Richardson Terrace, 44 Salisbury Street, and 4 Germain Street. A Certificate of Non-Applicability was granted for 6 Whitman Road. A request for window replacement at 9 Cedar Street was continued to October 5, 2023.

• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for 6 Whitman Road (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 54 West Street (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 9 Cedar Street to October 5, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 5 Richardson Terrace (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 44 Salisbury Street (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 4 Germain Street (6-0)
• Continued violation status update for 100 Chandler Street to November 16, 2023

License Commission

The Commission approved several one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for local events and five common victualer licenses for restaurants. It also granted a restaurant malt and wine license and approved a package store license transfer.

• Approved one-day entertainment license for Leukemia Lymphona Society (3-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment license for Beats & Barbeque (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Megan Horgan (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Justin Kazmierczak (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Julie Toupin (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Greg Califano (3-0)
• Approved common victualer licenses for Corey’s Famous Hot Dog & Sandwich, Stop Café Pizza & Grill, Phoever, Un Toque Boriken, and Papa Flame Pizza (all 3-0)
• Approved restaurant malt & wine license for Lara Hookah Bar, Inc. (3-0)

School Committee

The School Committee approved several grants, including $300,000 for the Early College Promise Pilot. The board also approved a three-year parking lease at 6 Richards Street and various prior-year payments. Several items regarding district policy and polling locations were referred to committees or filed.

• Approved $300,000 for Early College Promise Pilot (roll call)
• Approved $32,959.56 for Worcester Recreational Social Program (roll call)
• Approved $3,000 donation of coding robots to Claremont Academy (roll call)
• Approved $10,000 donation for 3D printer packages to Worcester Technical High School (roll call)
• Approved three-year lease for parking at 6 Richards Street
• Approved commitment to state school committee code of ethics (roll call)
• Approved 13 prior-year payments to various vendors (roll call)
• Referred AVID program update to Teaching, Learning and Student Supports

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Governance Committee

The committee met to review previous minutes and discuss board member recruitment and professional development. No votes or final decisions on these topics were recorded in the provided text.

• Motion to approve June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (outcome not recorded)

Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Board authorized a conditional commitment of $2 million for the Lagrange Lofts project to create 63 mixed-income rental units. Members also adopted a new policy requiring a one-year wait and substantial revisions before a declined project proposal can be resubmitted. An application for the Merrick at the Square project was tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved $2,000,000 conditional commitment for Lagrange Lofts (7-0)
• Approved minutes from June 21 and July 26, 2023 (7-0)
• Adopted application resubmission policy requiring substantial revision and one-year wait (7-0)
• Tabled vote on Merrick at the Square $1.8M application to next agenda (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved site plan amendments for residential and commercial properties and granted two frontage subdivisions. The board also approved a phased redevelopment project for the Worcester Housing Authority and a site plan for Worcester Academy.

• Approved site plan amendment and surety for 128 Alvarado Avenue (5-0)
• Approved special permit and site plan amendment for 1511 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved definitive frontage subdivision for 19 Chequesset Street (5-0)
• Approved definitive frontage subdivision for 77 Cohasset Street (5-0)
• Approved definitive site plan for 124 Providence Street (5-0)
• Approved site plan, subdivision, and ANR Plan for Worcester Housing Authority project (5-0)
• Approved definitive site plan for 342-360 Franklin Street (5-0)
• Granted postponements for 790 Salisbury St, 224 Shrewsbury St, and 112 & 116 Rodney St (5-0)

Retirement Board

The Board met for a special session to discuss litigation strategy for pending cases. The meeting included an executive session to conduct disability hearings and further discuss litigation strategy.

Lake Quinsigamond Commission

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists proposed items for discussion, including boat ramp closures for rowing events and updates to the Lake Management Plan, but does not record any decisions or outcomes.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board voted to postpone several special permit and variance applications to future dates. One applicant withdrew a proposal for a single-family dwelling on Longmeadow Avenue without prejudice. A proposal for a multi-family high-rise at 224 Shrewsbury Street was discussed, but no final decision was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved postponements for items at 2 Milton Street, 784/796 Salisbury Street, 11 Earle Terrace, 2 Northboro Street, 309 Shrewsbury Street, 4 Barrows Road, and 77 Amherst Street (5-0)
• Approved Leave to Withdraw without Prejudice for 9 Longmeadow Avenue (4-1)

Historical Commission

The Commission approved four Building Demolition Delay Waivers for property alterations and additions. The board also discussed transitioning to an age-based system for protecting historic buildings.

• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window replacements at 100 Chandler Street (5-1)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for addition and material replacements at 88 Webster Street (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for porch and decking repairs at 4 Meade Street (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for door and sidelight replacement at 23 Germain Street (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board received a status update on the Now Next draft plan, including public engagement results and proposed growth frameworks. Consultants presented recommendations for zoning changes, such as legalizing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) city-wide and reducing parking requirements. No formal votes were taken on the plan's contents during this meeting.

• Voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 6:42 p.m.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Board of Trustees

The meeting followed a set agenda including reports from the Executive Director and committees. The record does not list specific outcomes or vote tallies for the items discussed.

• Motion to approve June 28, 2023, meeting minutes (outcome not recorded)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The committee held a meeting to consider the reorganization of School Committee support staff and the approval of the Superintendent’s Strategic Plan/Goals. The provided minutes do not record the outcomes or votes for these items.

Standing Committee on Economic Development

The committee recommended approval of the Elm Park Neighborhood Local Historic District. It also recommended filing updated Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and Tax Increment Exemption (TIE) policies after issuing three Chairman's Orders for further reports and a draft ordinance on apprenticeship requirements.

• Approved minutes of June 27, 2023 meeting (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Elm Park Neighborhood Local Historic District (3-0)
• Recommended filing updated TIF and TIE Policy # 9.4A CM (3-0)
• Recommended filing semi-annual TIF/TIE reporting # 10.4C CM (3-0)
• Recommended filing semi-annual TIF/TIE reporting # 9.4C CM (3-0)
• Ordered City Manager to provide updated TIF/TIE policy and draft apprenticeship ordinance
• Ordered City Manager and City Solicitor to report on legal concerns and apprenticeship requirements
• Ordered City Manager to report on compliance officer workflow and funding

City Council

The City Council approved a request for National Grid and Verizon New England to place a joint pole on Hemans St. Several other petitions regarding sidewalks, road resurfacing, and traffic signage were referred to committees or the City Manager for review.

• Approved joint pole location on Hemans St. for National Grid and Verizon New England (11-0)
• Tabled joint pole location on Trahan A Ve. under privilege
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2023 meeting (11-0)
• Referred requests for 'Do Not Litter' signage to Department of Public Works and Parks (11-0)
• Referred multiple sidewalk and sewer requests to Public Works Committee (11-0)
• Referred guardrail and sidewalk requests on Heywood St. to City Manager (11-0)
• Referred Germain St. repaving and historic preservation request to City Manager (11-0)
• Referred multiple traffic signage and speed hump requests to Traffic and Parking Committee (11-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Facilities and Finance Committee

The committee accepted the meeting minutes from June 16, 2023. The session included presentations of a financial report, an audit update, a facilities report, and an IT report.

• Approved June 16, 2023 meeting minutes

MCRWB Executive Committee

The committee unanimously approved the hiring of Jason Matthews as the WIOA Operator for a two-year base contract with a $10,000 annual fee. Staff provided updates on the YouthWorks program audit and a corrective action probationary period for the career center regarding Veterans services data compliance.

• Approved hiring Jason Matthews as WIOA Operator (unanimous)

Worcester Housing Authority

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists requests for approvals regarding tenant write-offs, procurement policies, security services, and several construction contracts, but does not record the outcomes or votes.

Retirement Board

The Board reviewed portfolio performance and economic market updates from Meketa Investment Group. The Board voted to interview three specific respondents following an Infrastructure RFP process.

• Voted to interview GIP, Stonepeak, and IFM at the next manager review meeting
• Requested Meketa schedule Entrust for the next manager review due to underperformance

Building Futures, Inc. Board of Directors

The Board of Directors met to address procedural approvals and new business. The agenda included a request to approve the June 16, 2023 minutes and a change order for the 'A Place to Live' project. The provided text does not record the final outcomes or vote tallies for these items.

Public Library Committee on Administration

The meeting consisted of a call to order, a move into executive session for performance management, and adjournment. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Moved into executive session for performance management

School Committee

The School Committee met to review a large volume of prior-year invoices for vendors and staff. The meeting also included discussions on collective bargaining strategies and the potential replacement of Columbus Day with Indigenous People’s Day.

• Approved $2,500 donation from Voya Services Company
• Approved $8,900 in funds for school leadership teams' Applied Learning
• Approved prior-year payment of $37,241.64 to Aqua Barriers
• Approved prior-year payment of $65,885.99 to WB Mason
• Approved prior-year payment of $41,438.82 to Genuine Auto Parts
• Approved prior-year payment of $16,000.00 to the Learning Center for the Deaf
• Approved prior-year payment of $12,286.00 to Norfolk Agricultural High School
• Approved prior-year payment of $8,198.08 to Capital Carpet and Flooring

Worcester Retirement Board Finance Committee

The Board reviewed portfolio performance and the results of an Infrastructure RFP. It was decided that three of the five RFP respondents will be interviewed at the next manager review meeting.

• Voted to interview GIP, Stonepeak, and IFM for infrastructure management
• Requested Meketa schedule Entrust for the next manager review due to underperformance

Standing Committee on Municipal and Legislative Operations

The committee recommended approval for amendments to the Organizational Ordinance regarding the Advisory Committee on the Status of Women and the reorganization of the Cultural Development Division, Arts Council, and License Commission. Members also issued orders to investigate legal support and hiring authority for City Council staff.

• Approved minutes of July 20, 2023
• Recommended approval of amendment to Organizational Ordinance for Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (2-0)
• Recommended approval of organizational ordinance amendments for Cultural Development Division, Arts Council, and License Commission (2-0)
• Ordered City Clerk and City Solicitor to report on language for City Council legal support and salary parameters
• Ordered City Manager to request draft language for a Special Act granting City Council hiring authority over support staff (2-0)
• Ordered City Clerk to provide a staffing survey and report on potential additional job descriptions
• Recommended filing items #4a and #5a regarding Chief of Council job description and staffing (2-0)
• Recommended filing communication regarding Assistant City Clerk appointment (2-0)

Accessibility Advisory Commission

The commission discussed renaming the Executive Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to include Accessibility. Members reviewed the Chief DEIA Officer's job description and received accessibility updates regarding Polar Park and the DCU Center.

• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued Orders of Conditions for a Walmart restoration project and a duplex development on Upland Street. Several other public hearings were continued or postponed to September 11, 2023.

• Issued Order of Conditions for 25 & 35R Tobias Boland Way, 0 McKeon Road, and 0 Millbury Street (6-0)
• Lifted enforcement order for 25 & 35R Tobias Boland Way, 0 McKeon Road, and 0 Millbury Street (6-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 69 Upland Street (6-0)
• Postponed public hearings and extended grant deadlines for items 2, 3, 4, 5, and 9 to 9/11/2023 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 255 Lake Avenue to 9/11/2023 (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for 121 Russell Street (6-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Education Committee

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists topics for discussion including DESE updates, handbooks, and school openings, but does not record any decisions or vote outcomes.

Worcester Arts Council

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It records the scheduled topics for discussion but does not contain any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Historical Commission

The Commission approved Certificates of Non-Applicability for minor exterior work at three properties. A request for a building demolition delay waiver for Clark University was discussed, though the provided minutes do not record a final vote on that item.

• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for deck board replacement at 9 Crown Street (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for fence replacement at 96 Sagamore Road (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for fence replacement at 88 Sagamore Road (4-0)
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Continued building demolition delay waiver for 88 Webster Street to August 24, 2023 (4-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved several one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for weddings, sports events, and festivals. It also granted common victualer licenses to three new food establishments. Applications for Mayoush Enterprises and Fat Chops were postponed.

• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Kenneth Howell (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for The Bartending Service of New England, LLC (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Worcester Hibernian Cultural Center (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Pride Worcester (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Thomas Lee with amended date of Sept 8, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved common victualer licenses for Lucky Gourmet, Mrs. Moriconi’s, and Dan’s Rockin Deli (3-0)
• Approved general on premises all alcohol and common victualer licenses for Kazahiyah’s Hair Studio (3-0)
• Postponed applications for Mayoush Enterprises, LLC and Fat Chops, LLC to Sept 7, 2023 (3-0)

Worcester Redevelopment Authority

The Worcester Redevelopment Authority selected the Menkiti Group as the preferred developer for the former Denholm property. The board also discussed a lease agreement for retail space in the Union Station Garage for a new restaurant.

• Approved selection of Menkiti Group as preferred developer for 484-500 Main Street (2-0-2)
• Authorized CEO to negotiate Land Disposition and Development Agreement with Menkiti Group (2-0-2)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2023 (4-0)

School Committee

The School Committee approved motions to reorganize its office and begin the recruitment process for a full-time Clerk of the School Committee. The new role will report directly to the School Committee and handle legal records, agendas, and day-to-day operations.

• Approved reorganization of the School Committee office so the Clerk reports directly to the Committee (7-0)
• Approved starting the recruitment and interviewing process for the next Clerk (7-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission and Board of Election Commissioners held a joint meeting to discuss the 2023 School Committee District election process. The City Clerk provided updates on the 2023 Municipal Election Process.

• Held voter informational meeting regarding 2023 School Committee District election process
• Received updates from City Clerk on 2023 Municipal Election Process

Board of Election Commissioners

The board held a joint meeting with the Human Rights Commission to explain the 2023 School Committee District election process. Members discussed preparations for the September 5th Municipal Preliminary and the October 10th and November 7th Special State Elections.

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a definitive site plan for a car wash at 1059 Grafton Street and favorably recommended a zoning map amendment for 0 Grafton Street. The Board also granted time extensions for projects on Pullman Street and Hermitage Lane and approved several other site and subdivision plans.

• Approved car wash definitive site plan at 1059 Grafton Street (5-0)
• Favorably recommended zoning map amendment for 0 Grafton Street (5-0)
• Approved definitive frontage subdivision at 15A & 15B Mars Street (5-0)
• Approved definitive site plan at 0 (aka 414 & 422) Granite Street (5-0)
• Granted two-year extension of time for 30 Pullman Street (5-0)
• Granted extension of time for 0 (aka 26) Hermitage Lane (5-0)
• Granted postponements for 128 Alvarado Ave, 34-38 Blackstone River Rd, 790 Salisbury St, and 224 Shrewsbury St (5-0)
• Endorsed Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for 727 Salisbury Street (5-0)

Chapter 139 Hearing

The Department of Inspectional Services held a Chapter 139 hearing on August 8, 2023. The provided record lists the agenda items and properties involved but does not record specific decisions, votes, or outcomes for the properties listed.

Public Library Committee on Administration

The minutes for the August 8, 2023, meeting of the Committee on Administration record no substantive decisions, votes, or actions. The document lists the agenda items but does not provide a record of the discussions or outcomes.

Human Rights Commission

The board approved the meeting minutes from July 10, 2023, but tabled the June 12, 2023, minutes due to a lack of quorum. The commission met with Worcester Police Department Diversity Officers to discuss recruitment and data requests, though several items were tabled to September 11, 2023.

• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (no quorum)
• Tabled annual meeting with Worcester Police Department to September 11, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists proposed special permits and variances for residential and commercial properties, but does not record any decisions or votes.

Cable Television Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed findings comparing the 2013 Ascertainment Report with the 2013 contract. Members recommended specific improvements for PEG channels, fiber-optic connections, and Charter Communications' reporting and accountability. The committee also approved the July 12, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved July 12, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended 3 PEG channels with HD options
• Recommended more fiber-optic connections
• Recommended improved accountability for Charter regarding communication expectations
• Recommended Charter conduct bi-annual consumer surveys
• Recommended quarterly reports on service calls and responses
• Recommended network upgrades as city technology improves

Green Worcester Advisory Committee

The Green Worcester Advisory Committee unanimously recommended that the city adopt the Specialized Stretch Code for new construction. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from June 26, 2023.

• Recommended city adoption of the Specialized Stretch Code (unanimous)
• Approved June 26, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board approved the minutes from the May meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of a presentation by the Chief Academic Support Officer of Worcester Public Schools regarding student mental health and social-emotional competencies.

• Approved May meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The Commission denied demolition delay waivers for properties at 75 William Street and 36 Butler Street. It approved a replacement building at 114 Austin Street and exterior repairs at 17 Russell Street. One request for 88 Webster Street was postponed.

• Denied Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 75 William Street (0-5)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 114 Austin Street (5-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 114 Austin Street (5-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 17 Russell Street (6-0)
• Denied Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 36 Butler Street (0-6)
• Postponed 88 Webster Street request to August 10, 2023 (6-0)

Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Board reviewed a $2 million application from Worcester Lagrange LLC for 63 mixed-income rental units. A decision on funding was deferred to the next meeting. The Board also approved sending a memo regarding the application due diligence process to City Council.

• Moved Lagrange Lofts application to next agenda for scoring and funding vote (5-0)
• Approved sending AHTF Application Due Diligence Process memo to City Council (5-0)
• Held approval of June 21, 2023, minutes due to lack of quorum
• Tabled AHTF Application Resubmission Moratorium until August 2023 meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Board voted to recommend zoning changes for properties on Cambridge Street and Grove Street to the City Council. Additionally, the Board granted six requests to postpone public meetings and hearings for various site plans.

• Recommended zoning change from RG-5 to MG-2 for 546 Cambridge Street (4-0)
• Recommended zoning change to BG-3.0 for 440-474 Grove Street (3-1)
• Approved postponements for 128 Alvarado Avenue to August 9, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved postponements for 34, 36 & 38 Blackstone River Road to August 9, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved postponements for 1511 Main Street to August 30, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved postponements for 790 Salisbury Street to August 9, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved postponements for 224 Shrewsbury Street to August 9, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved postponements for 30 Pullman Street to August 9, 2023 (4-0)

Lake Quinsigamond Commission

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes of action. It lists items for review and update, but does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued an Order of Conditions for park improvements at Blithewood Avenue and granted two one-year extensions for projects at Leesville Pond and Salisbury Hills. It also amended enforcement orders and issued a $300 fine for repeated violations at 215 Lake Avenue.

• Issued Order of Conditions for park improvements at 10 Blithewood Avenue (3-0)
• Issued $300 fine for violations at 215 Lake Avenue (3-0)
• Amended Enforcement Order for 215 Lake Avenue (3-0)
• Amended Enforcement Order for 133 Granite Street (3-0)
• Granted one-year extension for Leesville Pond through 9/11/2024 (3-0)
• Granted one-year extension for 727 Salisbury Street through 9/11/2024 (3-0)
• Postponed public hearings and extended deadlines for four properties to 8/14/2023 (3-0)
• Tabled project change request for 500 Salisbury Street until 8/14/2023 (3-0)

Worcester Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners met to review several approval requests for construction contracts, change orders, and a redevelopment term sheet. The record also notes the receipt of a $10,000 foundation award and a $2,175,000 federalization program grant.

• Requested final payment and closeout for General Mechanical Contractors, Inc. (GBV Basement Dehumidifiers)
• Requested construction contract award to Campora Construction for Addison Apartments door replacement
• Requested Change Order No. 1 for RCE Co., Inc. (357-day no-cost time extension)
• Requested construction contract award to JJ Cardosi for Wellington Apartments elevator upgrades
• Requested construction contract award to JJ Cardosi for Murray Avenue Apartments elevator upgrades
• Requested construction contract award to Ventrano Construction for Elm Park Towers Fire Alarm Command Center
• Requested Addendum No. 1 to A/E contract with Garofalo Design Associates Inc.
• Requested approval of Lakeside Apartments Redevelopment Term Sheet with Tremont Development/E3 Development

School Committee

The provided document is an agenda and partial minutes record. It lists items for consideration including ARPA job training grants, job descriptions for VoIP positions, and various donations, but does not record the final vote outcomes for these items.

• Proposed approval of $100,000 ARPA Job Training Program grant
• Proposed approval of $98,328 ARPA Job Training Program for Innovation Pathways Diver Education
• Proposed approval of VoIP System Administrator job description
• Proposed approval of VoIP IT Technician job description
• Proposed approval of Elementary World Cultures & Language Course
• Proposed approval of Innovation School Annual Evaluation Reports
• Proposed approval of $5,000 Paul Germain Jr. Scholarship Fund
• Proposed approval of mileage reimbursement for Nicole Kazarian ($317.95)

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The provided text is a meeting notice and agenda rather than minutes. It lists a proposed action item to ratify the contract for Joshua Rickman as Administrator, but records no decisions or outcomes.

MCRWB Full Board

The board met to receive program updates regarding Summer YouthWorks, the Worcester Jobs Fund, and the new Worcester office. The minutes do not record specific votes or outcomes for the agenda items listed.

Standing Committee on Municipal and Legislative Operations

The committee approved the June 22 minutes and recommended filing an ARPA budget update. Members issued several Chairman's Orders requesting reports on special process servers, police body-worn cameras during evictions, and the status of racial equity audits.

• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended filing ARPA budget update (3-0)
• Recommended filing report on special process servers (2-0)
• Recommended holding request to review letter from Sarah McKee (2-0)
• Recommended filing legal opinion from Mass Alliance Against Predatory Lending (2-0)
• Recommended holding Racial Equity Audit Report for HR and Health & Human Services (3-0)
• Recommended holding discussion on pending state legislation (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Cemetery Division held a public hearing to consider the removal of four public shade trees at three different locations. The provided record does not state the final decision or vote on these removals.

• Held public hearing for removal of one Sugar Maple at 17 Quaboag St
• Held public hearing for removal of one Ginko at 371 Shrewsbury St
• Held public hearing for removal of one Pin Oak and one Red Maple at 62 Florence St

Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization

The provided document is an agenda for the July 19, 2023, meeting. It does not record any votes, approvals, or substantive decisions made by the CMMPO.

Standing Committee on Traffic and Parking

The committee voted on several petitions regarding handicap parking, resident permit parking, and signage. Most requests were recommended to be filed or held, while one request to remove a child safety sign was approved.

• Approved removal of 'Deaf Child' signage at 110 Coolidge Rd. (2-0)
• Recommended filing handicap parking request at 16 Groton Pl. (2-0)
• Recommended holding handicap parking request at 83 Richland St. (2-0)
• Recommended holding handicap parking request at 29 Shamrock St. (2-0)
• Recommended filing handicap parking request at 10 Merrifield St. (2-0)
• Recommended filing bus stop request at 365 Lake Ave. (2-0)
• Recommended filing resident permit parking at 537 Burncoat St. (2-0)
• Recommended filing resident permit parking on Arthur St. (2-0)

Standing Committee on Public Health and Human Services

The committee recommended filing a petition to moratorium encampment sweeps, though it issued two orders for the City Manager to assess housing needs and tax incentives for vouchers. Other items regarding the Family Health Center and public health meetings were either recommended for filing or held.

• Approved minutes of May 9, 2023
• Recommended filing petition to moratorium encampment sweeps
• Ordered City Manager to meet with partner agencies to evaluate housing needs
• Ordered City Manager and City Assessor to research tax incentives for continuum of care vouchers
• Recommended filing request for Family Health Center presentation
• Recommended holding request for quarterly public health meetings
• Ordered City Manager to provide report on Department of Public Health initiatives

Accessibility Advisory Commission

The Commission elected its leadership for the upcoming term and approved a recommendation for a member to represent the accessibility perspective during the Chief Equity Officer hiring process. The meeting also included presentations on accessible housing and downtown event planning.

• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Recommended Chairperson Robert Bureau to represent accessibility perspective for Chief Equity Officer hiring (Unanimous)
• Elected Robert Bureau as Chairperson (5-0-0)
• Elected Elizabeth Myska as Vice Chairperson (5-0-0)
• Elected James Delage as Secretary (5-0-0)

City Council

The City Council granted permission for a utility conduit on Grove St. and confirmed several appointments to city boards and commissions. Multiple petitions for traffic calming and signage were referred to relevant committees, while a request for a public hearing on Mill St. road work was placed on file.

• Approved conduit location for Charter Communications on Grove St. (11-0)
• Confirmed Michael Richard to Citizen Advisory Council (11-0)
• Confirmed Francisco Valdes to Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees (11-0)
• Confirmed Barry Fradkin, Frank Callahan, Diane Long, Edward Moynihan and Bill Eddy to Community Preservation Committee (11-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Robert Bureau to Accessibility Advisory Committee (11-0)
• Placed request for Mill St. road work public hearing on file (11-0)
• Referred 13 traffic and parking petitions to Traffic and Parking Committee (11-0)
• Voted to advertise 11 proposed salary ordinance amendments (11-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved several requests to postpone public meetings and extend grant deadlines. A proposal by Kendall Homes, Inc. to build approximately 50 single-family homes was continued to August 7, 2023, after the Board determined the plan lacked sufficient detail.

• Approved postponements and deadline extensions for 8 Earle Terrace, 2 Milton Street, 9 Longmeadow Avenue, 2 Northboro Street, and 224 Shrewsbury Street (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 784 & 796 Salisbury Street proposal to August 7, 2023

Worcester Arts Council

The council approved the final report for Hank Von Hellion and granted amendment requests for Jammie Louise Glenn and Kimberly Rose Mowers. A grant amendment request for Guardians of Tradition was denied. The council also approved the budget report.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved budget report
• Approved final report for Hank Von Hellion (NEA)
• Denied grant amendment request for Guardians of tradition (FY23)
• Approved grant amendment request for Jammie Louise Glenn
• Approved grant amendment request for Kimberly Rose Mowers contingent upon completion by June 30th, 2023

Historical Commission

The Commission granted retroactive approval for window replacements at 151 Hope Avenue with a $300 fine and approved a new fire escape at 95 Prescott Street. It approved staining but denied painting for doors at 10 Irving Street. Two properties were granted leave to withdraw without prejudice due to lack of architectural integrity.

• Continued 100 Chandler Street window replacement item to August 24, 2023 (6-0)
• Denied painting of doors at 10 Irving Street (1-5)
• Approved staining of doors at 10 Irving Street (6-0)
• Approved retroactive window replacement at 151 Hope Avenue with $300 fine (6-0)
• Granted Leave to Withdraw Without Prejudice for 234 Heard Street (6-0)
• Approved fire escape replacement at 95 Prescott Street (6-0)
• Granted Leave to Withdraw Without Prejudice for 20 Catharine Street (6-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved several one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for community events and granted common victualer licenses to three new food businesses. It also approved a premises alteration for an outdoor patio and updated rules regarding server training certifications.

• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Worcester Public Library Foundation, Pride Kickoff Party, Worcester Beer Garden, and WICN Public Radio (3-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment licenses for APW Summer Slam 2023 and Worcester Bazaar (3-0)
• Approved entertainment license for Worcester Regional Food Hub (3-0)
• Approved common victualer licenses for Mochinut, Team Elite Pizza LLC, and Imperio Brazil Meat Market (3-0)
• Approved change of manager for 1121 LLC (3-0)
• Approved alteration of premises for Bocado, Inc. outdoor patio (3-0)
• Approved outdoor dining for Unique Café & Catering (3-0)
• Amended Rule 28 to allow online Server Training certifications for liquor service

Worcester Redevelopment Authority

The Worcester Redevelopment Authority approved two cooperation agreements with the City of Worcester for Union Station funding. The board also held a discussion regarding the selection of a redevelopment partner for the Denholm property, though no final decision was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved FY2024 Union Station Operating Funds of $528,305.00 (4-0)
• Approved FY2024 Union Station Capital Funds of $537,100.00 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2023, and June 29, 2023 (4-0)

Retirement Board

The Board approved an updated annual budget including a 3% COLA raise effective July 1, 2023. Members also approved 15 superannuation benefits and several payment warrants. The Board decided not to participate in the NCPERS Securities Fraud Recovery Services pilot program.

• Approved updated annual budget and 3% COLA raise
• Approved 15 superannuation benefits (subject to PERAC final approval)
• Denied participation in NCPERS Securities Fraud Recovery Services pilot program
• Approved June expenses warrant for $6,613.25
• Approved member refunds warrant for $112,975.34
• Approved 3(8)c payables warrants for $193,804.53 and $393,035.95
• Approved June retiree benefits warrant for $8,169,013.85
• Accepted June Financial, Actuarial, and Regular Minutes

Cable Television Advisory Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the status of a community needs assessment and the lack of response from Spectrum regarding broadcast fees and PEG channel transmission. No other substantive votes were taken.

• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The Personnel Committee met in open session to enter an executive session. The purpose was to negotiate a contract with finalist Joshua Rickman for the Administrator position and prepare a recommendation for the WRTA Advisory Board.

• Entered executive session to negotiate contract with Joshua Rickman for Administrator position

Standing Committee on Public Works

The Public Works Committee recommended the conversion of Wayne St. to a public road and approved several honorary street names. The committee denied a request to make Garrison Ave. public and denied two street assessment abatements for Delmont Ave.

• Recommended approval of honorary street name Dr. Ogretta V. McNeil Way for Irving St.
• Recommended approval of honorary street name Judge Luis G. Perez Way for Main St. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of honorary street name 'John the Barber' Way for Plantation Terrace (3-0)
• Recommended approval to make Wayne St. from Baker St. to Gates Ln. a public street (3-0)
• Recommended denial of request to make Garrison Ave. from Governors southeast public (3-0)
• Recommended denial of two street assessment abatements of $18,248.40 each for Delmont Ave.
• Recommended approval of sewer and surface drain line extensions at 0 Lovell St.
• Recommended leave to withdraw for water/sewer requests at 60 Wall St. and 2 Freeman St.

Chapter 139 Hearing

The Department of Inspectional Services held a Chapter 139 hearing on July 11, 2023. The provided record lists properties and owners for the agenda, but does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Citizen Advisory Council

The council interviewed applicants and voted on their placement for various city boards and commissions. The council also approved the minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Mark Borenstein approved for Community Preservation Committee (6-0)
• Kataneuy Couamin approved for Board of Health (6-0), Worcester Redevelopment Authority (6-0), and Zoning Board of Appeals (4-2)
• Roxana Gomez Vargas approved for Elder Affairs Commission (6-0)
• Joseph Johnson approved for Parks Commission (6-0) and Community Preservation Commission (5-1)
• Abigail Ware approved for Human Rights Commission (6-0)
• Randy Feldman approved for Human Rights Commission (6-0) and Community Preservation Committee (6-0)
• Walter Weeks approved for Worcester Redevelopment Authority (6-0) and Trust Funds Commission (6-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Commission approved meeting minutes from May 1, 2023, but tabled the June 12 minutes due to a lack of quorum. Captain Kenneth J. D’Andrea presented WPD data on hate crimes, use of force, and diversity recruitment initiatives.

• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Tabled June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-3, quorum not met)

Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization

The provided document is a meeting notice and agenda for a virtual public meeting. It outlines proposed changes to the 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Draft Long Range Transportation Plan: 2050 Connections. No decisions were recorded in this document.

Designer Selection Board

The board conducted interviews and ranking for design services for the So. Division Firehouse & Emergency Communications Facility. The provided record lists the scheduled interviews but does not state the final ranking or selection outcome.

• Interviewed Context Architecture for DSB-2-W3
• Interviewed Dore & Whittier for DSB-2-W3
• Interviewed Kaestle Boos Associates for DSB-2-W3
• Interviewed Perkins & Will Architects for DSB-2-W3

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved Orders of Conditions for drainage improvements at Foley Stadium and a residential project at 348 Salisbury Street. Several other public hearings were postponed to July 24, 2023. The Commission discussed a wetland delineation request for 4 Brandt Lane but did not reach a final decision on third-party review.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 305 Chandler Street (Foley Stadium) with requirement for 6" stone base beneath piping (4-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 348 Salisbury Street (4-0)
• Postponed public hearings and extended constructive grant deadlines to 7/24/2023 for 25 & 35R Tobias Boland Way, 0 McKeon Road, and 0 Millbury Street (5-0)
• Postponed public hearings and extended constructive grant deadlines to 7/24/2023 for Salisbury Street Right-of-Way and 633 & 646 Salisbury Street (5-0)
• Postponed public hearings and extended constructive grant deadlines to 7/24/2023 for 34-38 Blackstone River Road (5-0)
• Postponed public hearings and extended constructive grant deadlines to 7/24/2023 for 26 Apthorp Street (5-0)

School Committee

The committee met to consider the approval of adjusted academic calendars based on new union contracts and the process for the Superintendent Evaluation. The board also reviewed job descriptions for a Communications Specialist and Communications Coordinator, while withdrawing the Digital Content Specialist position. Additionally, the committee considered $34,186.84 in UMass Mini Grants for North Quadrant Schools.

• Approved $34,186.84 in UMass Mini Grants for North Quadrant Schools
• Approved adjusted academic calendars based on new union contracts
• Approved process and date for Superintendent Evaluation
• Approved Job Description for Communications Specialist
• Withdrew/Filed Job Description for Digital Content Specialist

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The provided document is an open meeting notice for a Special Advisory Board Meeting. It contains no record of actions taken, votes, or decisions.

Historical Commission

The Commission granted a demolition delay waiver for Buildings D and E at 360 Franklin Street due to structural deterioration. Several other requests for window replacements, painting, and masonry repairs in historic districts were approved. One item regarding 88 Webster Street was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved demolition of Building D and Building E at 360 Franklin Street (7-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window replacement at 53 Houghton Street (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for painting at 88 Sagamore Road (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for railing replacement at 9 Regent Street (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness and Demolition Delay Waiver for stucco and stair work at 4 Regent Street (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for retaining wall material change at 10 Crown Street (7-0)
• Continued 88 Webster Street petition to July 27, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved several one-day entertainment and liquor licenses for local events and businesses. It also granted new common victualer and alcohol licenses to multiple establishments and revoked one license due to business cessation.

• Approved one-day entertainment license for Worcester Center For Crafts (3-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment license for H.2.0 Car & Bike Show (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor, entertainment, and rain date licenses for SSJ Harpoon/Harpoon Beer Garden (3-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment license for African Festival (3-0)
• Approved common victualer licenses for Maker to Main and Jim’s Pizza and Sub (3-0)
• Approved outdoor dining for Worcester Regional Food Hub (3-0)
• Approved malt & wine, common victualer, and entertainment licenses for LUNO Pizzeria (3-0)
• Revoked restaurant all alcohol license for Nuve Lounge due to cessation of business (3-0)

Worcester Redevelopment Authority

The Worcester Redevelopment Authority approved a two-year lease extension for Maxwell Silverman’s Banquet & Conference Center and authorized a sublease between Greyhound and Amtrak. The board also tabled the selection of a development partner for Denholm.

• Approved written consent for Amtrak to sublease from Greyhound (3-0)
• Approved two-year lease extension for Maxwell Silverman’s Banquet & Conference Center subject to payment of $11,995.97 rent arrearage (3-0)
• Approved a conditional one-year lease extension option for Luciano's based on a marketing plan for the Grand Hall to be submitted by June 24, 2024 (3-0)
• Tabled selection of Denholm development partner until July 13, 2023
• Approved minutes of two prior meetings with corrections (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved several definitive site plans for residential and commercial projects, including a trucking logistics center and a mill-to-housing conversion. The Board also granted a two-year time extension for one project and postponed four other hearings to July 26, 2023.

• Approved trucking logistics and distribution center at 25 Eskow Road (5-0)
• Approved three-family dwelling at 129 Eastern Ave (5-0)
• Approved site plan at 21 Westwood Drive (5-0)
• Approved mill building conversion to residential housing at 70 Webster Street (5-0)
• Approved mixed-use multi-family residential dwelling at 393-397 Shrewsbury Street (5-0)
• Approved Special Permit, site plan amendment, and removal of portions of Arctic and Keese Streets (5-0)
• Approved single-family structure at 150 Wildwood Avenue (5-0)
• Granted two-year extension of time for 5 Madison Street (5-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees held an annual meeting to appoint members to three-year terms and elect officers. The board also approved the 2023-2024 meeting calendar and the minutes from May 24, 2023.

• Approved Patrick Royce for a new three-year term
• Approved Shelly Yarnie for a new three-year term
• Approved Bibiche Zagabe-Ndiku for a new three-year term
• Approved Board of Trustees & Committee Meetings Calendar for 2023-2024
• Approved meeting minutes from May 24, 2023

Lake Quinsigamond Commission

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists planned discussions on lake management, weed mapping, and drawdown permits, but does not record any decisions or outcomes.

Public Library Board of Directors

The provided document contains the agenda for the June 28, 2023, meeting. There are no recorded minutes detailing decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Standing Committee on Economic Development

The committee recommended approving a zoning change for several properties on Castle Street. Two requests regarding the Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance and a request for a public discussion on electric vehicles were recommended to be filed. A zoning amendment for 39 Lamartine St. was recommended to be held.

• Approved minutes from June 21, 2023
• Recommended approval of zoning change from BG-3 to RG-5 and removal from CCOD-E for 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 Castle St.
• Recommended hold on zoning amendment to include 39 Lamartine St. in CCOD-C
• Recommended filing request to increase affordability restriction in Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance from 30 to 99 years
• Recommended filing request for report on inclusionary zoning exemption criteria
• Recommended filing request for public discussion on the future of electric vehicles

City Council

The City Council adopted a resolution urging UMass Memorial Health - Community Healthlink (CHL) to reopen services and release a public plan. Several requests regarding affordable housing and homeless encampments were tabled. The Council also approved various traffic safety measures on Lovell St. and Beaver Brook Pkwy.

• Adopted resolution urging UMass Memorial Health - CHL to reopen services (10-0, 1 recused)
• Approved solar-powered speed feedback sign on Lovell St.
• Approved speed humps on Lovell St.
• Approved enhanced lane markings at Beaver Brook Pkwy and Maywood St.
• Tabled request for Affordable Housing Trust Fund applicants to follow TIF policy and wage theft ordinance
• Tabled request for tracking mechanism for Affordable Housing Trust Fund recipients
• Tabled request for report on homeless encampment sweeps and body-worn camera footage
• Approved Executive Session to discuss contract negotiations with N.E.P.B.A. Local 9-1-1 (11-0)

Green Worcester Advisory Committee

The committee unanimously approved the May 15, 2023, meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on a $23 million Urban and Community Forestry Program grant application and plans to recommend a specialized stretch building code to the city council in July.

• Approved May 15, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)

Commission on Elder Affairs

The Commission approved minutes from the April 24 meeting and the May 9 Senior Center Committee report. Members received updates on the Senior Center's fitness center membership and the relocation of the Consumer Rights unit to the center.

• Approved April 24, 2023 Commission meeting minutes
• Approved May 9, 2023 Senior Center Committee meeting report

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a petition to convert a former dormitory at 54 Elm Street into a lodging house with 24 bedrooms and a total occupancy of 28 persons. Several other applications were postponed or withdrawn, and a request for a motor vehicle sales use was continued for further information.

• Approved conversion of 54 Elm Street to a lodging house (5-0)
• Granted postponements for 2 Milton Street, 2 Northboro Street, 27 Edgeworth Street, and 36 Standish Street (5-0)
• Granted leave to withdraw without prejudice for 49 West Street (5-0)
• Continued application for motor vehicle sales/repair at 11 (aka 8) Earle Terrace to July 17, 2023 (5-0)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Accountability and Student Performance

The Standing Committee on Accountability and Student Performance met to consider the approval of innovation school renewal plans for Goddard Scholars Academy, University Park Campus School, and Worcester Technical High School. The provided record contains the agenda and presentation materials but does not record a final vote or decision.

School Committee

The School Committee met in executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategies. The session focused on successor contract negotiations for three different employee units.

• Discussed bargaining strategy for Educational Secretaries (Local Union 272)
• Discussed bargaining strategy for 52-Week Administrative Secretaries Unit (NAGER 1-156)
• Discussed bargaining strategy for Therapy Assistants Unit (Educational Association of Worcester)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Local Emergency Planning Committee hosted a guest speaker from the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to discuss threats and vulnerabilities facing critical infrastructure. The meeting also included updates regarding the LEPC Training Workgroup and LEPC Bylaws.

School Committee

The School Committee met in executive session to discuss bargaining strategies for successor contracts. The discussions involved the Worcester Public Service Employees Local Union 272, NAGE R1-156, and the Educational Association of Worcester.

• Discussed bargaining strategy for Educational Secretaries (Worcester Public Service Employees Local Union 272)
• Discussed bargaining strategy for 52 Week Administrative Secretaries Unit (NAGE R1-156)
• Discussed bargaining strategy for Therapy Assistants Unit (Educational Association of Worcester)

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The provided text contains meeting notices and agendas for the Personnel Committee and the Advisory Board. No minutes recording the actual outcomes, votes, or decisions of these meetings were provided.

MCRWB Worcester Jobs Fund Oversight Committee

The meeting followed a set agenda including budget and program updates. No substantive decisions or vote tallies were recorded in the provided minutes.

Standing Committee on Municipal and Legislative Operations

The committee recommended that the City Council consider opting into the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program once detailed reports on fiscal and legal impacts are provided. Several other communications and orders, including a request for a city manager hiring committee, were recommended to be filed.

• Recommended approval to consider opting into Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program pending detailed reports (3-0)
• Recommended filing of 2023 Municipal Elections informational communication (3-0)
• Recommended filing of Worcester Home Rule Charter amendment communication (3-0)
• Recommended filing of charter change and ballot question process communication (3-0)
• Recommended filing of Organizational Ordinance amendment for Technical Services Department (3-0)
• Recommended filing of request for annual performance evaluation tool for City Clerk and City Auditor (3-0)
• Recommended filing of request to create community ad-hoc committee for hiring a city manager (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 10, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Board reviewed an application from 2 Gage Worcester LLC for $471,770 to build seven rental units at 2 Gage Street. A motion to place the application on the next agenda for scoring and a funding vote was denied. The Board also received a financial update reporting $5,069,463 in committed funding.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0 with 1 abstention)
• Denied motion to schedule 2 Gage Street project scoring and funding vote (0-8)

Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization

The provided text is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists potential actions regarding transportation programs and plans, but does not record any votes or final decisions.

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues reviewed the proposed 2023-2024 Student Handbook. The committee requested a redlined copy of the document from the Administration to address specific updates and legal amendments before approval.

• Held approval of the 2023-2024 Student Handbook (3-0)

Standing Committee on Traffic and Parking

The committee recommended approval for multiple handicap parking spaces, 'No Parking' zones, and a truck weight limit on Gilman St. Several truck ban requests were recommended for filing because they did not meet MassDOT standards. The committee also approved a stop sign on Beaver Brook Pkwy.

• Approved minutes of May 17, 2023 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of handicap parking at 39 Perry Ave, Claremont St, 55 Plantation St, 13 Greendale Ave, 15 Jacques Ave, 57 Laurel St, and 25 Arlington St
• Recommended hold for handicap parking at 16 Groton Pl
• Recommended approval of 'No Parking Anytime' signage on Short St and a 20-foot zone at 192 Lincoln St
• Recommended approval to reverse winter parking ban on Harmon St
• Recommended approval of 5-ton truck weight limit on Gilman St
• Recommended filing truck ban requests for Ernest Ave, Lovell St, Hadwen St, and Bauer St
• Recommended approval of stop sign on Beaver Brook Pkwy facing southbound traffic

Standing Committee on Economic Development

The committee approved the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. Members voted to recommend filing several informational communications, including reports on federal tax credits, ARPA funding, and city rental research.

• Approved minutes of the March 22, 2023 meeting
• Recommended filing National Park Service FY2022 federal historic tax credit report
• Recommended filing update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding
• Recommended filing Architectural Heritage Foundation update regarding the Auditorium
• Recommended filing report regarding Worcester License Commission licensing
• Recommended filing communications on housing, neighborhood activities, and economic development initiatives
• Recommended filing Worcester Research Bureau report on renting in Worcester

Accessibility Advisory Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023 meeting. The session included a presentation on the Worcester Consumer Rights Program and an update on several upcoming park accessibility and construction projects.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Governance Committee

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists intended topics including the review of March 3, 2023, minutes and term renewal recommendations, but records no decisions or outcomes.

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

The committee received a quarterly report on building maintenance, staffing, and environmental safety. The report detailed the hiring of new facilities leadership and the current status of custodial vacancies and water sampling.

City Council

The City Council approved conduit locations for National Grid and Verizon New England. The council also requested updates from the City Manager regarding cooling centers and the Senior Work off Program. Several resident petitions for traffic and parking changes were referred to committees.

• Approved National Grid conduit location on Houghton St. (10-0)
• Approved Verizon New England conduit location on Seymour St. (10-0)
• Tabled National Grid conduit location on Mill St. and Chandler St.
• Referred rent control program request to City Manager (9-1)
• Approved request for water and sewer rate abatement using free cash (10-0)
• Approved request for traffic calming measures on Fourth St. (10-0)
• Approved amended request for update on warming and cooling centers (10-0)
• Approved request for update on Senior Work off Program usage (10-0)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Facilities and Finance Committee

The committee met to review investment and facilities planning updates. The only recorded action was a motion to accept the May 19, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Motion to accept May 19, 2023, meeting minutes

MCRWB Executive Committee

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 17, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on regional workforce programming, career center staffing, and an upcoming office relocation. The committee discussed the use of funding for the cannabis industry and potential topics for the summer Board meeting.

• Approved March 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission approved the Lake View Playground and 149 Collaborative Conceptual master plans. It also granted permits for a car show at Green Hill Park and the Beats & Barbecue festival on the Worcester Common, and approved revised park naming policies.

• Approved Lake View Playground Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved 149 Collaborative Conceptual Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved alcohol use on Worcester Common for 4th Annual Beats & Barbecue festival (5-0)
• Conditionally approved Institute Park use for National Caribbean Heritage Month (5-0)
• Approved Green Hill Park car show (5-0)
• Approved revised policy and procedure on Park Facility Naming (5-0)
• Approved beach operating times (12:00 PM to 7:00 PM) and parking lot times (12:00 PM to 8:00 PM) (5-0)

Historical Commission

The Commission approved building demolition delay waivers for properties on Elm Street and William Street. It also granted certificates of appropriateness for accessibility modifications at 10 Crown Street and new signage at 86 Austin Street.

• Continued 88 Webster Street petition to June 29, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Non-Applicability for insulation work at 15 Oxford Street (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window and fire escape work at 54 Elm Street (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for synthetic overlay on timbers at 84 William Street (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for handicap accessibility changes at 10 Crown Street (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for replacement signage at 86 Austin Street (6-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved several one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for festivals and fundraisers. It also granted common victualer licenses to two businesses and a package store malt and wine license to Albino’s Market, Inc.

• Approved one-day entertainment license for 118 Green Street (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for 30 Exchange Street (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for 34 Boynton Street (3-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment license for 222 Harrington Way (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for 30 Elm Street (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for 179 Shrewsbury Street (3-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment licenses for 278 Shrewsbury Street (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for 222 Harrington Way (3-0)

Worcester Housing Authority

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists requests for approval regarding tenant write-offs, roof replacement payments, boiler room improvements, and fire alarm upgrades, but does not record the outcomes or votes.

Building Futures, Inc. Board of Directors

The Board of Directors met to review the financial statement through March 31, 2023. The meeting included requests for the approval of April 30, 2023, minutes and a change order for a project at 38 Lewis Street. The provided text does not record the final outcomes of these requests.

Designer Selection Board

The board met to shortlist and rank proposals for the South Division Firehouse & Emergency Communications Facility (DSB-2-W3). The provided record does not list the final rankings or the specific firms selected.

• Shortlisted and ranked proposals for DSB-2-W3 Design Services – South Division Firehouse & Emergency Communications Facility

School Committee

The provided minutes primarily consist of the meeting agenda and a partial record of a previous session. No final votes or decisions were recorded for the June 15, 2023, session items, including the FY24 budget.

Cable Television Advisory Committee

The committee approved the minutes from May 5, 2023. Members discussed a meeting with City Manager Batista regarding the Charter-Spectrum contract and the progress of the ascertainment report. The committee voted to hold the July and August meetings virtually.

• Approved May 5, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion to meet virtually for July and August meetings (5-0)

Chapter 139 Hearing

The Department of Inspectional Services held a Chapter 139 hearing on June 13, 2023. The provided record lists 11 properties with condemnation dates and owner information, but does not record any final decisions or votes.

Senior Center Committee

The committee approved recommended FY’24 program allocations totaling $1,032,399, contingent on available funding. The committee also recommended one-year lease extensions for three tenants. The provided text contains the agenda for June 13, 2023, and the minutes for the May 9, 2023, meeting.

• Approved FY’24 program allocations totaling $1,032,399 (m/s/a)
• Recommended one-year lease extensions for Quinsigamond Community College, SMCH Meditation Association, and Prime Movement (m/s/a)
• Approved minutes of the April 11, 2023 meeting (m/s/a)

City Council

The City Council granted permissions for utility conduit and pole locations on South Flagg St., Plymouth St., Moreland St., and Mill St. The council also confirmed a new appointment to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees and approved the abandonment of a street easement on Eskow Road.

• Approved conduit locations for Charter Communications on South Flagg St. and Plymouth St.
• Approved conduit location for Eversource on Moreland St.
• Approved pole location for National Grid and Verizon New England, Inc. on Mill St.
• Confirmed appointment of Jason Pincomb to Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees (10-0)
• Adopted Disclosure of Financial Interest for a Municipal Employee (10-0)
• Voted to advertise Salary Ordinance Amendments for FY 2024 Budget (10-0)
• Approved abandonment of a street purpose easement on Eskow Road (10-0)
• Referred request for legal opinion on noise ordinance to City Manager

Human Rights Commission

City Clerk Niko Vangjeli presented initiatives to increase municipal voter turnout, including mail-in ballots and tailored postcards. No formal actions were taken as quorum was not established for votes on meeting minutes or a proposed joint meeting with the Election Commission.

• Approval of May 1, 2023 minutes failed due to lack of quorum (4-0-1)
• Proposed joint meeting with Election Commission tabled due to lack of quorum

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued a Negative Determination of Applicability for tree removal at White Birch Commons and an Order of Conditions for a project at 21 Westwood Drive. Four other public hearings were postponed to July 3, 2023.

• Approved removal of 8 trees at White Birch Commons with condition to plant 6 three-gallon shrubs within one year (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 21 Westwood Drive including requirements for rain barrels, 15 shrubs, and revised grading plans (3-0)
• Postponed public hearings and extended grant deadlines to 7/3/2023 and 7/25/2023 for 305 Chandler Street, 25 & 35R Tobias Boland Way, 0 McKeon Road, 0 Millbury Street, 633 & 646 Salisbury Street, and 34-38 Blackstone River Road (4-0)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Supports

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for discussion and a grant for acceptance, but records no final decisions or vote outcomes.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Education Committee

The committee met to receive updates on iReady and Access testing. The May 11, 2023, meeting minutes were presented for approval. A draft of the 2023-2024 Committee and Board of Trustees calendar was reviewed.

• Motion to approve May 11, 2023, meeting minutes

Worcester Arts Council

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. No decisions, votes, or outcomes were recorded.

Board of Election Commissioners

The Board of Election Commissioners established the dates and times for early voting at the Worcester Public Library Saxe Room for September 2023, November 2023, and March 2024. The meeting also addressed preparations for the September 5th Municipal Preliminary election.

• Set early voting for Sept 28-Sept 1, 2023, at Worcester Public Library Saxe Room
• Set early voting for Oct 28-Nov 3, 2023, at Worcester Public Library Saxe Room
• Set early voting for Feb 24-March 1, 2024, at Worcester Public Library Saxe Room
• Approved minutes of the May 23rd meeting

Worcester Redevelopment Authority

The Worcester Redevelopment Authority approved transferring ballpark fund revenues and the Green Island Boulevard garage parcel to the city. The board also authorized funding for demolition at 36 Washington Square and extended a grounds maintenance contract for Union Station.

• Authorized CFO to transfer revenues payable to the Worcester Ballpark Fund (4-0)
• Approved deed conveying Green Island Boulevard Garage Parcel and lease assignment to City of Worcester (4-0)
• Approved $58,334 amendment for demolition at 36 Washington Square (4-0)
• Approved one-year extension for LEI Corporation grounds maintenance at Union Station (4-0)

Retirement Board

The Board approved superannuation benefits for nine individuals and a survivor benefit for the widow of Robert Halloran. Members reviewed the 1/1/2023 actuarial valuation, which shows the system is 73.5% funded with an unfunded liability of $449M. The Board also approved several payment warrants, including $8.7M for May retiree benefits.

• Approved superannuation benefits for 9 employees
• Approved Member Survivor Benefit for widow of Robert Halloran
• Approved May expenses warrant (23-19) for $200.00
• Approved member transfers warrant (23-20) for $126,673.18
• Approved May expenses warrant (23-21) for $60,906.61
• Approved member refunds warrant (22-23) for $57,076.78
• Approved May retiree benefits payment of $8,716,899.29
• Accepted May Regular Minutes

Worcester Retirement Board Finance Committee

The Board reviewed portfolio performance and economic market updates provided by Meketa Investment Group. The Board voted to adopt a specific policy change among three options presented. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved investment policy C (5-0)

Urban Forestry Tree Commission

The provided document contains the agenda for the June 7, 2023 meeting and the full minutes for previous meetings on April 12 and May 3, 2023. No substantive decisions or vote outcomes are recorded for the June 7 meeting.

• Approved April 12 minutes (3-0)
• Approved May 3 minutes (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved several definitive site plans and a preliminary subdivision plan. The board also recommended a zoning map amendment and a street conversion to City Council.

• Approved Definitive Site Plan for 149 Plantation & 2 LaPierre Street (3-0)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plan for Burnside Court Extension (3-0)
• Granted one-year extension of time for 21-23 Crown Street (3-0)
• Approved Definitive Frontage Subdivision Plan for 37-39 Chilmark Street (3-0)
• Approved Parking Plan Amendment for 500 Salisbury Street (3-0)
• Favorably recommended Zoning Map Amendment for 104 Armory Street (3-0)
• Recommended conversion of Peacedale Avenue to public with Priority #2 (3-0)
• Endorsed six Approval Not Required (ANR) plans (3-0)

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The Personnel Committee held a meeting to enter into executive session to review resumes and interview applicants for the Administrator position. The document does not record any decisions or outcomes from this session.

Standing Committee on Public Works

The committee recommended the approval of several infrastructure projects, including sidewalk construction on Sunderland Rd. and a water main extension on Kenwood Ave. It recommended denying four requests to convert private streets to public roads. The committee also approved a street name change and a street assessment abatement.

• Recommended approval to rename Mulberry St. to Mount Carmel Way
• Recommended approval for sidewalks on Sunderland Rd.
• Recommended approval for water main extension on Kenwood Ave.
• Recommended approval for $18,381.60 street assessment abatement for Delmont Ave.
• Recommended approval to relocate streetlight at 204 Dana Ave. at petitioner's expense
• Recommended approval for Brookview Dr. and Great Brook Valley Ave. street discontinuance
• Recommended approval to make Forsberg St. (portion) a public road (3-0)
• Recommended denial of public road requests for Kenyon Ave., Steele St., Denmark St., and Locust Ave. (3-0 each)

Status of Women Advisory Committee

The Committee held a follow-up conversation with the Worcester Police Department regarding recommendations from a May 2022 report on Gender Based Violence. WPD officials provided data on domestic and sexual assault crimes, gender diversity within the force, and current trauma-informed training protocols. The meeting included a review and approval of previous minutes.

• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-0)

Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization

The provided text is a meeting notice and agenda rather than minutes. It outlines a virtual public meeting held on June 6, 2023, to present the Draft 2024 Unified Planning Work Program and collect public comment.

Standing Committee on Finance

The Standing Committee on Finance approved the FY 2024 budgets for several city departments, including the Law Department, Public Facilities, and the City Auditor. The committee also issued several requests for reports regarding election mailings, legal settlements, and the financial status of the DCU Center and Polar Park.

• Approved budgets for City Council, Mayor, City Clerk, and Election Commission
• Approved budget for City Auditor
• Approved budget for Contributory and Non-Contributory Pensions
• Approved budget for Executive Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Approved budgets for Law Department, Property and Casualty Insurance, and Court Judgments
• Approved budgets for Public Facilities and DCU Center
• Requested report on costs for appealing court judgments and city settlements
• Requested report on DCU Center future revenues and Polar Park financial details

City Council

The City Council voted to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets. Additionally, the council approved several grants, including a $9.5 million MassWorks grant and a $2.7 million EPA grant.

• Approved FY2024 Operating and Capital Budgets (10-0)
• Approved $9.5M MassWorks grant from Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development (10-0)
• Approved $2.7M Brownsfield Revolving Loan Fund grant from U.S. EPA (10-0)
• Approved $136,818.26 transfer from Shore Park to Hadwen Park for boardwalk repairs (10-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Joseph Prochilo to Accessibility Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Approved National Grid conduit locations on Beatrice Dr. and Windsor St.
• Tabled National Grid pole location on Apricot St.
• Referred five zoning and street public access petitions to the Planning Board

Board of Health

The Board of Health discussed proposed amendments to tobacco regulations, including a cap of 13 smoking bars and 228 total tobacco retailer permits. A final vote was deferred to the next meeting to allow for a public forum and community comments. The board also reviewed preliminary data on water fluoridation.

• Tabled review of March meeting minutes due to technical issues
• Tabled vote on tobacco regulation amendments pending a public forum

Hope Cemetery Commission

The provided document contains an agenda for the June 5, 2023 meeting and full minutes for the April 10, 2023 meeting. No substantive decisions were recorded for the June 5 date. The April 10 minutes record the approval of previous meeting minutes and discussions on burial policies.

• Approved February 6 and March 6, 2023 minutes (April 10 meeting)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a petition for a six-unit temporary shelter, professional offices, and a social hall at 39 & 41 Whitmarsh Avenue. It also approved a variance and special permit for a three-family detached dwelling at 129 Eastern Avenue. Several other items were postponed to future dates.

• Approved temporary shelter, professional office, and social hall at 39 & 41 Whitmarsh Avenue (4-0)
• Approved variance and special permit for three-family dwelling at 129 Eastern Avenue (5-0)
• Granted postponements for 2 Milton Street, 11 Earle Terrace, 25 Eskow Road, 2 Northboro Street, and 49 West Street (5-0)

Public Library Marketing Committee

The provided document contains the agenda for the Development/Marketing Committee meeting but does not record any decisions, votes, or discussion outcomes. The record is procedural.

Public Library Marketing Committee

The provided minutes for the June 5, 2023, meeting consist of the agenda and administrative headers. No votes, decisions, or discussion outcomes were recorded.

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The Personnel Committee met via Zoom to review resumes and consider applicants for the Administrator position. The meeting was held entirely in executive session and did not return to open session.

• Entered executive session to review resumes and interview Administrator applicants

License Commission

The meeting record lists a one-day liquor and entertainment request for the Worcester Chapter of the Order of Hepa. No final decisions or vote tallies are recorded in the provided text.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Governance Committee

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Board of Trustees

The Board approved fund transfers to the City for former airport retirees' benefits for FY23 and FY24. Trustees also reviewed the trust's net position, which totaled $35,700,445 as of March 31, 2023.

• Approved transfer for FY24 airport retiree OPEB costs ($43,356)
• Approved additional appropriation for FY23 airport retiree OPEB costs ($3,039.14)
• Accepted meeting minutes from January 12, 2022 and May 5, 2021

Historical Commission

The Commission approved several demolition delay waivers and a certificate of appropriateness for home repairs. However, it denied a request to demolish two buildings at 360 Franklin Street while approving window replacements for that site. The Commission also appointed Diane Long to the Community Preservation Committee.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for repairs and painting at 34 Monadnock Road (6-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 16 Salisbury Street (6-0)
• Approved partial Building Demolition Delay Waiver for window replacement at 360 Franklin Street (6-0)
• Denied partial Building Demolition Delay Waiver for demolition of two buildings at 360 Franklin Street (1-5)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 21–23 Crown Street (6-0)
• Continued 100 Chandler Street window replacement item to July 13 meeting (6-0)
• Appointed Diane Long to the Community Preservation Committee (6-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved multiple one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for local events and festivals. It also granted two common victualer licenses and approved a premises alteration for a parklet. Several other applications were postponed or continued to future meetings.

• Approved one-day liquor license for Worcester Caribbean American Carnival Association (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for St. George Cathedral (3-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment license for Breen’s Café (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Christian Stone at 346 Shrewsbury Street (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Kaitlin Williams (3-0)
• Approved common victualer licenses for Family Ties Pizzeria and Mia Cane (3-0)
• Approved premises alteration for parklet and entertainment license for Ziggy Bombs (3-0)
• Approved change of manager for Beer Garden, MA, LLC (3-0)

Public Library Committee on Administration

The provided document contains the agenda for the meeting but does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes. It is a procedural record of the scheduled items.

School Committee

The committee conducted a budget deliberation session and executive sessions to discuss collective bargaining strategies for multiple employee units. The meeting agenda included proposals for the FY24 budget, personnel changes, and various student and staff recognitions.

• Approved $5,000 donation for Loi Huu Ha Scholarship
• Approved minutes from April 27, 2023 meeting
• Proposed approval of Worcester Public Schools FY24 budget
• Proposed removal of medical waiting room CNAs
• Proposed annual authorization for Superintendent to make year-end transfers

Worcester Redevelopment Authority

The Worcester Redevelopment Authority heard a proposal from the Menkiti Group to redevelop the Denholm Building. The project would include 233 mixed-income residential units and retail space. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Lake Quinsigamond Commission

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It records the intended topics for discussion but does not list any decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Public Library Board of Directors

The board convened for a special meeting to discuss the budget. The provided record does not list any votes, motions, or specific outcomes resulting from the discussion.

Standing Committee on Finance

The Committee approved the FY 2024 budgets for Worcester Public Schools, the Police Department, the Fire Department, and Emergency Communications. Several requests for reports on staffing, traffic, and DEI initiatives were issued. The overall FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets were recommended to be held.

• Approved Worcester Public Schools FY 2024 budget (9-0)
• Approved Emergency Communications FY 2024 budget (11-0)
• Approved Police Department FY 2024 budget (11-0)
• Approved Fire Department FY 2024 budget (11-0)
• Recommended hold on FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets (9-0)
• Approved minutes from May 23, 2023 meeting (10-0)
• Requested report on Roosevelt Elementary traffic and parking lot estimates
• Requested list of all WPS administrative positions and salaries

School Committee

The School Committee met in an emergency executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy. The session focused on successor contract negotiations with the Educational Association of Worcester, Instructional Assistants.

Civic Center Commission

The provided document is a meeting notice and agenda. It does not contain records of decisions, votes, or actions taken during the meeting.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission approved requests to allow alcohol on the Worcester Common for the Black Music Festival, the Craft Brew 5K Road Race & Festival, and the Food Truck Festival of America. The board also accepted minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved alcohol on Worcester Common for Black Music Festival (5-0)
• Approved alcohol on Worcester Common for Craft Brew 5K Road Race & Festival (5-0)
• Approved alcohol on Worcester Common for Food Truck Festival of America (6-0)
• Approved March 2, 2023 minutes (4-1)
• Approved February 2, 2023 minutes (5-0-1)

Worcester Redevelopment Authority

The Authority received a presentation from RMS Companies regarding the redevelopment of 484-500 Main Street. No formal vote was taken on the proposal. The board approved the minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting.

• Approved April 13, 2023 minutes (3-0)

MCRWB Worcester Jobs Fund Oversight Committee

The committee approved the meeting minutes from March 23 and April 27, 2023. Members discussed ARPA award recommendations, budget carry-overs for the Building Pathways cohort, and FY 24 training plans for CDL and healthcare programs.

• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes with edits

Standing Committee on Public Safety

The committee reviewed several informational reports from the Fire Department and Emergency Communications and Management, recommending most be filed. One report regarding Disaster Relief Funds was recommended to be held. Several Chairman's Orders were issued to request additional data on smoke alarms, volunteer recruitment, and housing codes.

• Approved minutes of the February 27, 2023 meeting
• Recommended filing 2022 Worcester Fire Department Annual Report
• Recommended filing report on Fire Department personnel, facilities, and training
• Recommended filing report on line-of-duty deaths and tri-data
• Recommended filing report on accreditation process updates
• Recommended filing report on Emergency Management response and recovery program changes
• Recommended holding research report on Disaster Relief Funds
• Recommended filing reports on condemned building protocols, rodent control, and Community Crisis Response Model

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved a bonus for staff members employed for over 90 days. The board also reviewed meeting minutes from April 26, 2023.

• Approved $1,500.00 bonus for all AKFCS staff members employed for over 90 days
• Motion to approve April 26, 2023, meeting minutes

School Committee

The School Committee conducted a public hearing to review the FY24 Worcester Public Schools Budget. The provided document is an agenda and does not record specific decisions or vote outcomes.

Public Library Board of Directors

The provided document contains the agenda for the meeting but does not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes. It is a procedural record of the scheduled items.

Board of Election Commissioners

The minutes for the May 23, 2023, meeting list agenda items regarding municipal election preparations and budget discussions, but do not record specific votes or outcomes for those items. The document includes a separate record of the April 18, 2023, meeting where officers were elected.

• Approved minutes of the April 18th meeting
• Elected Kimberley Vanderspek as Chair (April 18 meeting)
• Elected John DiCicco as secretary (April 18 meeting)
• Selected Paul Franco as vice-chair (April 18 meeting)
• Approved minutes from March 21, 2023 meeting (April 18 meeting)

Standing Committee on Finance

The committee approved FY 2024 budgets for the City Manager's Office, Human Resources, Health and Human Services, and Innovation and Technology. The Emergency Communications budget and the overall FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets were held. Three requests for reports from the City Manager were issued regarding health staffing, recreation sites, and state earmarks.

• Approved FY 2024 budgets for City Manager's Office, Contingency, and Cable Services
• Approved FY 2024 budgets for Human Resources, Worker's Compensation, Unemployment Compensation, and Health Insurance
• Approved FY 2024 budgets for Health and Human Services, Public Health, and Elder Affairs
• Approved FY 2024 budget for Innovation and Technology
• Held FY 2024 budget for Emergency Communications
• Recommended hold for FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Requested staffing analysis of the Department of Health and Human Services
• Requested report on 2023 summer Recreation Worcester sites and requested State earmarks

City Council

The City Council processed numerous resident petitions regarding street repaving, honorary street naming, and parking installations, referring most to the relevant committees. The Council also confirmed one appointment to the Accessibility Advisory Committee and set hearings for National Grid conduit and pole locations.

• Confirmed reappointment of Linda Larrivee to Accessibility Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Referred request to rename Indian Hill Park to Sara Robertson Sports Facility at Indian Lake Park to DPW and Parks
• Referred honorary street naming requests for Dr. Ogretta V. McNeil Way and Judge Luis G. Perez Way to Public Works Committee
• Referred requests for speed humps and handicap parking at various locations to Traffic and Parking Committee
• Set hearings for June 6, 2023, regarding National Grid conduit and pole locations on Beatrice Dr., Windsor St., and Apricot St.
• Referred request for library staff CPR certification and defibrillators to the City Manager
• Referred request for City Manager's future vision for the city to the City Manager
• Approved minutes of the May 2, 2023 meeting

Commission on Elder Affairs

The Senior Center Committee approved recommended FY'24 funding allocations totaling $1,032,399, contingent on available funding. The committee also recommended one-year rental extensions for three tenants. The Commission on Elder Affairs reviewed reports on fitness center participation and dementia training.

• Approved recommended FY'24 allocations totaling $1,032,399 (m/s/a)
• Approved one-year rental extensions for Quinsigamond Community College, SMCH Meditation Association, and Prime Movement (m/s/a)
• Approved April 24, 2023 Commission meeting minutes (m/s/a)
• Approved April 11, 2023 Senior Center Committee meeting minutes (m/s/a)

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued an Order of Conditions for parking reconstruction at Notre Dame Academy and condo construction at Kettle Brook Lofts. It also approved a transformer pad installation at 88 Webster Street and a negative determination of applicability for utility work on Park Avenue.

• Issued negative determination of applicability for Verizon utility work at Park Avenue Right-of-Way & 585 Park Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for parking area reconstruction at 425 Salisbury Street & 425B Salisbury Lane (4-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 111-unit condo project at 1511 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for transformer pad installation at 88 Webster Street (4-0)
• Postponed public hearings and extended grant deadlines for four properties (4-0)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

The committee considered a proposal from the Goddard School Student Council to install three water refilling stations to reduce plastic waste. The meeting also included a review of monthly updates regarding the implementation of district-operated transportation for the 2022-23 school year.

• Considered Goddard School Student Council request for 3 water refilling stations
• Reviewed monthly updates on district-operated transportation implementation

Standing Committee on Education

The Standing Committee on Education approved the minutes from November 21, 2022. The committee issued three Chairman's Orders regarding the school budget and legislative priorities, then recommended that the request for joint meetings with the School Committee be held.

• Approved minutes of the November 21, 2022 meeting
• Ordered City Manager and Superintendent to review budget formula components not updated in 5 years
• Ordered City Clerk and Superintendent to provide City Council with the Worcester Public Schools budget presentation
• Ordered City Manager and Superintendent to provide a report on legislative agenda and priorities for Worcester Public Schools
• Recommended hold on request for joint meetings with School Committee’s Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

Worcester Ballpark Commission

The Commission approved a transition from eight meetings per year to four quarterly meetings. The board also received maintenance and operational updates from the WooSox regarding ballpark facilities and parking.

• Approved transition to quarterly meeting schedule (September, January, March, and May)
• Approved meeting minutes from previous session
• Confirmed Chair approval of YWCA of Central Mass Community Day event

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Facilities and Finance Committee

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists planned discussions on facilities, finances, and a bonus proposal, but does not record any decisions or vote outcomes.

MCRWB Executive Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the March 17, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on regional workforce programming, the upcoming move to 554 Main Street in July, and a draft state policy regarding federal funds and the cannabis industry.

• Approved March 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Commission approved certificates of appropriateness for a fence and a home addition in the Montvale Local Historic District. It also determined that the James Montgomery House is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The board discussed the Design Review Guidelines project and deferred an appointment to the Community Preservation Committee.

• Approved minutes of November 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved black aluminum fence installation at 30 Waconah Road (5-0)
• Approved kitchen addition and deck at 10 Whitman Road (5-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 10 Whitman Road (5-0)
• Found James Montgomery House at 22 Richards Street eligible for National Register of Historic Places (5-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved several one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for community festivals and alumni events. It also granted common victualer licenses to six food businesses and approved manager changes for two entities.

• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Kristyn Dyer (1 College St) and Khalid Karachi (100 Institute Rd) (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Our Lady of Mt. Carmel & Our Lady of Loreto Parish (3-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment licenses for Queiroz Meat Market, Worcester Caribbean American Heritage Festival, and Whole Kids (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Black Music Festival and Saint Paul’s Cathedral (3-0)
• Approved common victualer licenses for Harvest Moon, II, Miranda Bread, Jersey Mike’s Subs, Wholly Cannoli, Inc., 7 Vibes Nutrition, and Domino’s Pizza (3-0)
• Approved change of manager for College of the Holy Cross and Alhambra Acres of Worcester, Inc. (3-0)
• Postponed applications for Leila Jachimczyk, Worcester Caribbean American Carnival Association, and Gina Migliozzi to June 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Postponed Ziggy Bombs applications for parklet alteration and entertainment to June 1, 2023 (3-0)

Worcester Housing Authority

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists requests for approval regarding tenant write-offs, HUD plan amendments, and various construction and maintenance contracts, but does not record the outcomes or votes of these items.

Building Futures, Inc. Board of Directors

The Board of Directors met to review financial statements and request a one-year extension for a housing grant. The meeting included a request to approve the April 20, 2023, minutes.

• Requested extension of Massachusetts DHCD Housing Trust Fund grant for 38 Lewis Street through June 30, 2024
• Requested approval of April 20, 2023, meeting minutes

School Committee

The School Committee met to review several donation requests for athletic rings and school programs, as well as STEM and food pantry grants. The meeting included an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategies for multiple employee unions.

• Proposed $12,000 and $4,999 donations for North High Boys Basketball team rings
• Proposed $3,012.88 donation to Worcester Technical High School Cosmetology Department
• Proposed $3,500 donation to Doherty Memorial High School ETA Program
• Proposed $2,000 MA STEM High Quality Internship Grant
• Proposed $6,000 UNUM Equitable Pathways Program grant for Sullivan Middle School Food Pantry
• Proposed $747.45 payment to Stericycle Shred-it
• Proposed approval of Job Description for ParaPro Preparation Instructor

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The provided document is a meeting notice and agenda rather than minutes of action. It lists planned discussions regarding an administrator's search, budget updates, and a new webpage, but records no decisions.

Planning Board

The Board approved definitive site plans for projects at 135 Brooks Street, Lot 2A Aurora Street, 85 Boston Avenue, and 153 Green Street. It also approved a preliminary subdivision plan for 4 Brandt Lane and favorably recommended a zoning map amendment for 12 Jackson Street. Three public meetings were postponed to June dates.

• Approved preliminary subdivision plan for 4 Brandt Lane (4-0)
• Approved Definitive Site Plan for 135 Brooks Street (3-0)
• Approved Definitive Site Plan for Lot 2A Aurora Street (4-0)
• Approved Definitive Site Plan for 85 Boston Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Definitive Site Plan for 153 Green Street (4-0)
• Favorably recommended zoning map amendment for 12 Jackson Street (4-0)
• Granted two-year extension of time for 3 Oriol Drive (4-0)
• Endorsed four Approval Not Required (ANR) plans (4-0)

Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists potential actions regarding transportation programs and safety plans, but it does not record any votes or final decisions.

Public Library Finance Committee

The provided document contains the agenda for the Library Finance Committee meeting but does not include the minutes or record of actions taken. No decisions, votes, or budget approvals are documented.

Worcester Regional Transit Authority Advisory Board

The Personnel Committee met in open session to enter an executive session for the purpose of reviewing resumes for the Administrator position. The meeting concluded with an adjournment in open session.

• Entered executive session to review Administrator resumes
• Adjourned meeting

Standing Committee on Traffic and Parking

The committee reviewed multiple petitions for handicap parking and pedestrian safety improvements. Several requests for flashing crosswalk lights at elementary schools were recommended to be filed, while others for new crosswalks and handicap spaces were recommended for approval.

• Recommended approval of handicap parking on Orne St. and 6 Clover St.
• Recommended filing request for handicap parking on Mendon St.
• Recommended approval of 'No Parking Anytime' signage at 59 Spofford Rd.
• Recommended filing flashing crosswalk requests for Chandler, Clark, Gates Lane, Vernon Hill, Midland St., and Canterbury St. schools
• Recommended approval of crosswalk at Southgate St. and Southbridge St.
• Recommended approval, pending funding, of crosswalks at Salisbury St./Barry Rd./Salisbury Hill Blvd. and Grafton St. at Lamar Ave.
• Recommended filing warning lights on Grafton St. near Standish St. with a request for a traffic study
• Recommended filing flashing signal at 335 Chandler St. with a request for standard signage

Public Schools Standing Committee on Accountability and Student Performance

The Standing Committee on Accountability and Student Performance reviewed survey data regarding high school student responsibilities after school. The data was collected to inform discussions on potentially adjusting secondary school start times.

Standing Committee on Finance

The Standing Committee on Finance approved the FY 2024 budgets for the Department of Public Works and Parks, as well as the Department of Transportation and Mobility. The committee also issued several requests for reports on city accessibility, staffing, and traffic management.

• Approved FY 2024 budgets for Administration and Finance, Engineering, Streets and Sanitation, Fleet Management, Parks, Recreation and Hope Cemetery, Green Hill Golf Course, Snow Removal, Streetlights, Sewer, and Water
• Approved FY 2024 budgets for Transportation and Mobility (11-0)
• Approved minutes from June 14, 2022
• Requested report on accessibility, safety, and playability of city fields
• Requested report on Parks Department Master Plan and staffing analysis
• Requested report on city-wide diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) framework
• Requested ADA audit of crosswalks, sidewalks, and streets with cost analysis
• Requested feasibility report on making temporary speed humps permanent

Green Worcester Advisory Committee

The Green Worcester Advisory Committee approved several recommendations to strengthen the city's urban forestry goals, including tree planting targets and protection policies. The committee also endorsed a written statement regarding the draft plan's scope.

• Approved April 25, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Endorsed Member Herwitz's statement on the Draft Urban Forestry Master Plan (5-1-1)
• Recommended UFMP include a target of net gain of 2,000 trees per year (unanimous)
• Recommended UFMP include additional attention to the entire urban forest beyond street trees (unanimous)
• Recommended UFMP establish a goal of no-net-loss of trees for public and private development (unanimous)
• Recommended UFMP require preserving and planting trees in street and sidewalk work where feasible (unanimous)
• Recommended policy to avoid planting shade trees in front of solar collectors or permitting collectors that shade existing trees (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board discussed water fluoridation and received a presentation on dental services from Kennedy Community Health. The Board decided to postpone a vote on the Tobacco Retail Cap and Smoking Bar Cap to ensure the proposal is published and a public forum is held.

• Tabled vote on Tobacco Retail Cap and Smoking Bar Cap until July to allow for public notice and a forum

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a special permit for a jewelry store on Shrewsbury Street and residential projects on Rodney Street and Lake Avenue North. Four other items were postponed to June 5, 2023.

• Approved retail use (jewelry store) at 365 Shrewsbury Street (5-0)
• Approved driveway and site improvements at 112 Rodney Street (5-0)
• Approved construction of a three-family dwelling at 116 Rodney Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition and construction of four units at 173 Lake Avenue North (5-0)
• Granted postponements for 2 Milton Street, 8 Earle Terrace, 25 Eskow Street, and 2 Northboro Street (5-0)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The provided document is an agenda for the Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes from the meeting.

School Committee

The School Committee met in executive session to discuss strategy regarding successor contract negotiations with the Educational Association of Worcester, Units A/B. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

Worcester Arts Council

The council unanimously approved a proposed reporting timeline for NEA/ARPA grants, pending approval from the agencies. The budget report was provisionally approved, and three final reports for FY23 were accepted. A grant amendment request for Claudia Bastante was provisionally approved.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Provisionally approved budget report
• Unanimously approved proposed NEA/ARPA reporting timeline (pending agency approval)
• Approved ArtsWorcester FY23 final report
• Approved Worcester Chamber Music Society FY23 final report
• Approved Worcester County Mechanics Association FY23 final report
• Provisionally approved Claudia Bastante grant amendment request (pending NEA/ARPA approval)

Retirement Board

The Board approved superannuation for two employees and authorized several payment warrants, including $8.17M for April retiree benefits. The Board also reviewed cybersecurity products and the annual statement.

• Approved superannuation for Sandra Flynn (Treasurer) and Paul Laino (WFD Captain)
• Approved warrant 23-12b for Member Transfers ($276,978.13)
• Approved warrant 23-13 for Member Transfers ($225,063.17)
• Approved warrant 23-14 for Member Refunds ($52,070.73)
• Approved warrant 23-15 for Office Expenses ($35,637.28)
• Approved warrant 23-17 for Member Refunds ($144.47)
• Approved warrant 23-18 for Member Transfer ($26,222.93)
• Approved April Retiree Benefits ($8,177,000.92)

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Education Committee

The committee met to review administrative updates and school programming. The only recorded decisions were the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes

School Committee

The School Committee met in an emergency executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy. The session focused on successor contract negotiations with the Educational Association of Worcester, Units A/B.

Cable Television Advisory Committee

The provided minutes consist of the meeting agenda only. There is no record of decisions, votes, or discussions regarding the proposed City Manager Communication.

Citizen Advisory Council

The council interviewed applicants and voted to recommend several individuals for various city boards and commissions. The council also approved the previous meeting's minutes and rescheduled the June meeting to July.

• Approved minutes from 4/11/23 (7-0)
• Approved Frank Callahan for Community Preservation Committee (8-0)
• Approved Barry Fradkin for Community Preservation Committee (8-0) and Affordable Housing (8-0)
• Approved Eshua Mbua for Health Board (8-0)
• Approved Jack Newton for Affordable Housing (8-0)
• Approved Jason Pincomb for Affordable Housing (8-0)
• Approved Joseph Prochilo for Accessibility (8-0)
• Approved Andy Truman for Conservation Commission (8-0) and Francisco Valdes for Affordable Housing (8-0)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Supports

The committee received administrative responses regarding high school driver's education, educator childcare resources, and a petition for a bilingual school. The Administration requested that the petition to convert Chandler Magnet School to a bilingual school be filed due to an upcoming merger with La Familia.

• Received report on driver's education costs and ARPA funding application
• Received response on educator childcare resources via Seven Hills Foundation
• Administration requested to file petition to convert Chandler Magnet School to bilingual school
• Administration requested referral of student subgroup test data to School & Student Performance

Standing Committee on Public Works

The committee approved sidewalk repaving at 1 Stratton Rd. and street repaving at 365 Lake Ave. Several requests for new streetlights and utility pole removals were denied, while one streetlight installation at Claffey Ave. was approved. Multiple petitions regarding private street conversions and school-zone sidewalks were held for further review.

• Approved sidewalk repaving at 1 Stratton Rd.
• Approved street repaving at 365 Lake Ave.
• Approved streetlight installation on pole #9 near 26 and 28 Claffey Ave.
• Denied streetlight installation at Cohasset St. dead end circle
• Denied utility pole removal at 1211 Main St.
• Denied light pole relocation on Homer St.
• Held petition to convert Forsberg St. and Steele St. to public roads
• Held petition to convert Denmark St. to public road

Chapter 139 Hearing

The Department of Inspectional Services held a Chapter 139 hearing regarding six condemned properties. The provided document is an agenda listing the properties and owners; it does not record specific decisions, votes, or outcomes for these items.

School Committee

The School Committee met in an emergency executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy. The discussion focused on successor contract negotiations for the Educational Association of Worcester, Units A/B.

Senior Center Committee

The Senior Center Committee recommended maintaining FY'24 funding levels for three subcontracted elder service programs, contingent on budget availability. The committee also discussed facility maintenance and program updates.

• Recommended FY'24 allocation of $18,355 for Elder Home Maintenance (m/s/a)
• Recommended FY'24 allocation of $24,223 for New American Elder Outreach (m/s/a)
• Recommended FY'24 allocation of $113,533 for St. Paul’s Elder Outreach (m/s/a)
• Approved minutes of the March 14, 2023 meeting (m/s/a)

Standing Committee on Public Health and Human Services

The Committee approved the minutes from January 10, 2023. Several items, including communications regarding crisis intervention and youth violence prevention, were recommended to be held. The Committee also recommended holding petitions requesting a moratorium on homeless encampment sweeps.

• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended hold on grant to Community Health Link for crisis intervention
• Recommended hold on Worcester Youth Violence Prevention Initiative Year One Plan
• Recommended hold on request for quarterly meetings with Department of Public Health and Board of Health
• Recommended hold on petition to stop homeless encampment sweeps (#8q CC)
• Recommended hold on petition for encampment sweep moratorium or suitable sites (#13p CC)

City Council

The City Council granted permission for Eversource to place a conduit on Institute Rd. The council also confirmed one appointment and referred several resident petitions regarding road and traffic improvements to committee review.

• Approved Eversource conduit location on Institute Rd
• Confirmed appointment of Taylor Rich to the Advisory Committee on the Status of Women (11-0)
• Referred requests for hydrant installation and road repaving to Public Works Committee
• Referred traffic light, stop sign, and speed hump requests to Traffic and Parking Committee
• Referred request for City Manager to opt-in to Paid Family and Medical Leave Program to Municipal and Legislative Operations Committee
• Referred FY24 water and sewer rate recommendation to Public Works Committee
• Referred Speed Hump Program communication to Traffic and Parking Committee
• Referred Economic Development Housing Strategy to Economic Development Committee

Hope Cemetery Commission

The meeting was largely procedural and discussion-based, with no formal votes or decisions recorded. Commissioners discussed the Hope Cemetery Master Plan, potential fee increases for interment services, and concepts for a garden cemetery. The next regular meeting was scheduled for June 5, 2023.

• No formal votes or decisions recorded; meeting was discussion-only
• Discussed Hope Cemetery Master Plan and updated map
• Reviewed proposed interment fee increases effective July 1, 2023
• Continued discussion on garden cemetery concepts and beautification of Hope Avenue
• Scheduled next meeting for June 5, 2023

Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Central MA Metropolitan Planning Organization announced the availability of the Draft 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Proposed Amendment #6 to the 2023-2027 TIP for a 21-day public review and comment period. The proposed amendment includes cost increases for three highway projects: $2.5M for Holden pavement rehabilitation, $3.3M for Spencer roadway rehabilitation, and $1.0M for Sturbridge bridge replacement. A virtual public meeting was held on May 8, 2023, to accept public comment, with written comments accepted until May 10, 2023. No votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Released Draft 2024-2028 TIP for 21-day public review and comment
• Proposed Amendment #6 to 2023-2027 TIP with cost increases for three highway projects
• Held virtual public meeting on May 8, 2023 to accept public input
• Set written comment deadline for May 10, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Zoning Board of Appeals

The May 5, 2023 special meeting of the Worcester Zoning Board of Appeals was cancelled. All items on the agenda, including the petition for a special permit and variances at 116 Rodney Street, have been postponed to the Monday, May 15, 2023 meeting.

• Meeting cancelled; all agenda items postponed to May 15, 2023

Parks and Recreation Commission

The meeting was largely procedural, with no substantive votes or decisions recorded. The commission discussed the Urban Forestry Master Plan and a federal grant opportunity under the Inflation Reduction Act. No motions were passed, and no items were approved or denied.

Historical Commission

The Worcester Historical Commission voted on four demolition-related applications. It approved a retroactive Certificate of Non-Applicability for a roof replacement at 3 Irving Street, and granted Building Demolition Delay Waivers for 7 Circuit Avenue East and 701 Main Street (the latter retroactively, 6-1). A hearing for 88 Webster Street was continued to June 15, 2023. The Commission also discussed mitigation measures for the Saint Gobain campus redevelopment.

• Approved retroactive Certificate of Non-Applicability for roof replacement at 3 Irving Street (7-0)
• Approved Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 7 Circuit Avenue East (7-0)
• Approved retroactive Building Demolition Delay Waiver for 701 Main Street (6-1)
• Continued hearing for 88 Webster Street to June 15, 2023 (7-0)
• Granted leave to withdraw application for 45 Cedar Street without prejudice (7-0)

License Commission

The Commission approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Arts Worcester, Artifakt LLC, and John Ethier, as well as common victualer licenses for Toro Loco, Grafton Hill Market, The Protein Studio, and Che Empanada. It also approved a change of manager for Quinsigamond Post #318, an amended entertainment license for Black Sheep Bah-Bah Q & Kitchen, an alteration of premises for Hanover Theatre, and a change of officer/director for 99 Restaurant & Pub. Violation hearings resulted in a two-day suspended suspension for Smokey Joe’s Cigar Bar for rules violations related to a disturbance and manager responsibility, and a two-day suspension for Austin Liquors for selling to a minor.

• Approved one-day liquor licenses for Arts Worcester (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for Artifakt LLC (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor licenses for John Ethier (3-0)
• Approved common victualer licenses for Toro Loco, Grafton Hill Market, The Protein Studio, and Che Empanada (3-0 each)
• Approved change of manager for Quinsigamond Post #318 (3-0)
• Approved amended entertainment license for Black Sheep Bah-Bah Q & Kitchen (3-0)
• Approved alteration of premises for Hanover Theatre (3-0)
• Issued two-day suspended suspension for Smokey Joe’s Cigar Bar (3-0) and two-day suspension for Austin Liquors (3-0)

School Committee

The Worcester School Committee approved a $16,000 Homeless Emergency Support Grant to provide school supplies, clothing, and hygiene products for students in emergency shelters. The meeting also included executive session discussions on collective bargaining with multiple labor units and a report from the superintendent on budget preparations. No votes were recorded on the consent agenda items, including the grant approval.

• Approved $16,000 Homeless Emergency Support Grant for student supplies and hygiene products
• Held executive session to discuss collective bargaining with Educational Association of Worcester (Units A/B, Instructional Assistants, Aides, Parent Liaisons) and Laborers Local 272
• Accepted and filed superintendent's budget preparation report 'From Here, Anywhere…Together'
• Accepted and filed minutes from five standing committee meetings

Urban Forestry Tree Commission

The meeting was largely informational. The commission reviewed the Urban Forestry Master Plan and heard the Assistant Commissioner's report covering topics like tree planting, the Tree City USA application, and pest management (Asian Longhorned Beetle, Emerald Ash Borer). No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning Board

The Worcester Planning Board approved four definitive site plans and a frontage subdivision, all with staff-recommended conditions. The board also granted continuances and postponements for other projects and endorsed several Approval Not Required plans.

• Approved parking plan at 425 Salisbury Street (4-0)
• Approved definitive site plan for Worcester Academy at 121 Providence Street (4-0)
• Approved definitive site plan at 204 Main Street & 5 George Street (4-0)
• Approved definitive frontage subdivision at 143 Blithewood Avenue (4-0)
• Approved definitive site plan at 48 Mason Street (4-0)
• Granted continuance for 135 Brooks Street and postponements for 25 Eskow Road and 149 Plantation/2 LaPierre Street (4-0)
• Endorsed seven Approval Not Required plans, one conditional on mylar revisions (4-0)

Status of Women Advisory Committee

The May 2, 2023 meeting of the Advisory Committee on the Status of Women was cancelled and will be rescheduled. No substantive decisions or actions were taken.

Cable Television Advisory Committee

The Cable Television Advisory Committee voted unanimously to draft a letter to the City Manager expressing concerns about his public statements on renewing the cable license with Charter/Spectrum. The committee also discussed signal quality issues, a legislative update on streaming bills, and unresolved questions from a prior meeting with Spectrum.

• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved motion to draft a letter to the City Manager regarding cable license renewal, with amendments to add a CTAC member to the negotiation team, hire a cable attorney, request the City Manager to appear before CTAC, and consider changing the committee to a commission (6-0)
• Discussed but no vote on fiber upgrade for Education Channel; staff to follow up with Charter
• No decision on Spectrum compliance issues; to be addressed with Law Department after compliance table is completed

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a 4-1 vote to convert a static billboard to digital at 67 Millbrook Street, and granted a time extension for a new 87-bed nursing home at Houghton Street. The board also approved a drive-through amendment at 268 Chandler Street and a lot division at 37-39 Chilmark Street, while continuing a hearing on a four-unit dwelling at 2 Milton Street.

• Approved digital billboard conversion at 67 Millbrook Street (4-1)
• Approved extension of time for 87-bed nursing home at 112-120 Houghton Street (5-0)
• Approved amendment for full-service drive-through at 268 Chandler Street (4-0)
• Approved lot division variances at 37-39 Chilmark Street (5-0)
• Approved extension of time for 220-unit multi-family project at 3 Oriol Drive (4-0)
• Continued hearing on four-unit dwelling at 2 Milton Street to June 5, 2023 (5-0)
• Granted postponement for 173 Lake Avenue North variances (4-0)

City Council

The City Council approved two grants totaling $11,273.20 and two operational budget transfers for overtime costs. The council also granted Eversource permission for conduit locations on Institute Road and Ha Viland Street.

• Approved $1,000 grant from National Grid (11-0)
• Approved $10,273.20 SCALE Planning and Design grant (11-0)
• Approved $8,500 transfer for Transportation & Mobility overtime (11-0)
• Approved $6,000 transfer for City Clerk overtime (11-0)
• Approved conduit locations for Eversource on Institute Rd and Ha Viland St
• Referred zoning map amendment for 104 Armory Street to Planning Board (11-0)
• Recommitted driveway and parking ordinance amendments to City Manager
• Referred Police Cadet Program to Public Safety Committee and approved renaming it the 'Sgt. Derrick Leto Cadet Program'

Human Rights Commission

The Commission voted to endorse three Massachusetts bills regarding sex trade survivors, water access equity, and juvenile justice. The body also planned upcoming meetings with the City Clerk and the Worcester Police Department.

• Approved meeting minutes from April 3, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Endorsed MA H. 1597 / S. 983 An Act to Strengthen Justice and Support for Sex Trade Survivors (5-0-0)
• Endorsed MA H. 922 / S. 2177 An Act advancing water access equity through utility reporting requirements (5-0-0)
• Endorsed MA H. 1710 / S. 942 An Act to Promote Public Safety and Better Outcomes for Young Adults, with a requirement to share the vote with the Worcester Police Department (5-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission issued Orders of Conditions for projects at 25 Eskow Road and 48 Mason Street. Negative determinations of applicability were granted for work at 124 Malden Street, 40 Mann Street, and National Grid transmission lines. A public hearing for a residential project at 21 Westwood Drive was continued to June 12, 2023.

• Issued negative determination of applicability for pool at 124 Malden Street (4-0)
• Issued negative determination of applicability for National Grid transmission line maintenance (4-0)
• Issued negative determination of applicability for deck at 40 Mann Street (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for 25 Eskow Road (4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions for multi-family building at 48 Mason Street (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for 21 Westwood Drive to 6/12/2023 (4-0)
• Issued partial Certificate of Compliance for 2 Quaker Road (4-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 500 Salisbury Street (4-0)

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues

The Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues met to reconsider a request for the Administration to review and update the Dress Code Policy and the policy regarding mesh or transparent backpacks. The provided record includes the history of the item and the text of the Updated Dress Code Policy, but does not record a final vote or decision from the May 1, 2023, meeting.

Trust Funds Commission

The Commission met to continue the April 14 meeting. The record lists a funding request from Dr. Timothy Sippel of the School Department for $26,100.00 from various trust funds, but no final vote or decision is recorded in the provided text.

Civic Center Commission

The Commission approved the 2022 Financial Report, which noted a $3M liability owed to the City due to pandemic-era funding. Members also reviewed a facility master plan and received updates on several ongoing capital improvement projects.

• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved 2022 Financial Report

School Committee

The School Committee processed personnel appointments, resignations, and retirements. The committee also considered a proposal from the Goddard School Student Council to install water refilling stations to reduce plastic waste.

• Approved donation of $5,316.69 from American Tower to Doherty Memorial High School Art Program
• Approved donation of $1,500.00 from Bright Horizons UMass University for cubby shelves at Worcester Technical High School
• Approved donation of $9,700.00 for Woodland Academy's Annual Spree Day
• Approved prior year payment to the ACCO in the amount of $464.70
• Referred Goddard School Student Council's water bottle refilling station request to the Standing Committee on Finance and Operations
• Approved personnel records including appointments for Junior Custodians, Word Processor, Principal Clerk Typist, School Bus Attendants, Aides to the Physically Handicapped, and Bus Drivers

MCRWB Worcester Jobs Fund Oversight Committee

The committee did not reach a quorum, resulting in no formal decisions or approvals. Members discussed workforce training programs, federal grant opportunities, and budget updates.

• Tabled approval of March 23, 2023 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the FY’24 budget as presented. The board also approved the meeting minutes from March 29, 2023.

• Approved FY’24 budget
• Approved March 29, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance and Operations

The committee considered monthly updates on the implementation of district-operated transportation for the 2022-23 school year. The provided text contains the agenda and historical prior actions, but does not record a final decision or vote for the April 26, 2023 meeting.

Standing Committee on Traffic and Parking

The committee recommended approval for the one-way conversion of Tyson Rd. and several new 'No Parking' signs. It recommended filing requests for four-way stop signs at three different intersections and a traffic study for the Montvale Historic District, though some alternative traffic calming measures were ordered.

• Recommended approval to make Tyson Rd. a one-way street flowing eastbound (Approved)
• Recommended approval for 'No Parking' and 15-minute loading zone signage at 48 Water St. (Approved)
• Recommended approval for 'No Parking from Here to Corner' signage at 796 and 800 Main St. (Approved)
• Recommended filing request for 'No Parking' signage at 83 Morningside Rd. (Filed)
• Recommended filing request for traffic review in Montvale Historic District (Filed)
• Recommended filing requests for four-way stop signs at Arthur St./Dorchester St. and Alvarado Ave./Wigwam Ave. (Filed)
• Recommended hold on crosswalk installation on Rexhame Rd. to determine specific location (Hold)
• Recommended hold as amended for 'No Parking Anytime' signage at 59 Spofford Rd. (Hold)

Green Worcester Advisory Committee

The committee approved the March 13, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed the Urban Forestry Master Plan draft and the city's preparation of an MVP grant application for Miyawaki Forest pilot sites. Staff provided updates on the new Green Worcester Dashboard and rain barrel pre-orders.

• Approved March 13, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Library Board of Directors

The provided document contains the agenda for the meeting but does not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes. The record is procedural.

Standing Committee on Public Works

The Public Works Committee recommended approving an amended request to designate a portion of Salisbury St. as Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg Way. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the March 1, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Recommended approval as amended to designate Salisbury St. from Moreland St. to Flagg St. as Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg Way (3-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a conduit location for Crown Castle NG East, LLC on Canterbury St. and officially recognized April as Autism Acceptance Month. Several resident petitions regarding street resurfacing and signage were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved conduit location for Crown Castle NG East, LLC on Canterbury St. (10-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing April as Autism Acceptance Month (10-0)
• Confirmed appointment of William Nay to Cable Television Advisory Committee (10-0)
• Voted to advertise salary ordinance amendment for City Clerk annual salary increase (10-0)
• Tabled salary ordinance amendment for Local 911-NEPBA collective bargaining agreement
• Referred request for sound permit amendments in parks to Veterans’ Memorials, Parks and Recreation Committee (10-0)
• Referred request to make Wayne St. public to the Planning Board (10-0)
• Referred requests for street resurfacing and guardrail removal to Public Works Committee (10-0)

Commission on Elder Affairs

The Senior Center Committee recommended maintaining FY'24 funding levels for three subcontracted elder service programs, contingent on budget availability. The Commission on Elder Affairs also approved previous meeting minutes and reports.

• Recommended $18,355 for Elder Home Maintenance FY'24 (m/s/a)
• Recommended $24,223 for New American Elder Outreach FY'24 (m/s/a)
• Recommended $113,533 for St. Paul’s Elder Outreach FY'24 (m/s/a)
• Approved Commission meeting minutes of February 27th (m/s/a)
• Approved Senior Center Committee report from March 14th (m/s/a)
• Approved Senior Center Committee meeting minutes of March 14, 2023 (m/s/a)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved several applications for residential additions, lot divisions, and commercial developments, including a Starbucks and a Chick-Fil-A expansion. The board also postponed six other applications to future dates in May and June 2023.

• Approved addition and setback relief at 79 Sussex Lane (4-0)
• Approved lot division and new dwelling at 29 Tennyson Street (5-0)
• Approved conversion of single-family to two-family dwelling at 28 Westfield Street (5-0)
• Approved Starbucks with drive-thru at 105, 115, and 117 Stafford Street (5-0)
• Postponed 6 applications including 11 Earle Terrace and 112 Rodney Street (5-0)