They Got What They Paid For: City Audit

Now that the audit has been released, and Melanson & Heath have appeared before City Government to discuss the findings, we can finally comment:

This administration, and this Mayor, have lost what little credibility they had left.

How is it possible that both Marchese & Sons and GTA's attorneys are able to produce the very documents that the city claims it cannot locate? Is this a case of poor record keeping, or is this a case of a Nixonian-like conspiracy to take down the perceived enemies of the Mayor?

Melanson and Heath's first shot over the bow . . . that the $5 million figure reported last week does not match any figures they provided in the audit . . . did immediate damage to the Mayor's claims last week of corruption and wrong doing. The fact that Hanlon could not identify with any certainty where that figure came from is very telling. Is he lying, or is he really that out of touch with the members of his own administration?

There is so much about this audit that has a false ring to it that it's difficult to put it in any kind of perspective. Who are the people who had access to the documents and computer drives that were seized? The Mayor made the claim that the hard drives had been examined and copied, prior to the involvement of the AG and the US Attorney, but he did not identify who performed this work. Who had access to this information during the period that the audit was underway. We already know that there were meetings being held at City Hall on the weekends. We know this because the Facilities Management Director made the statement when he came before the City Council requesting additional funding to cover the overtime account for the janitorial services.

The Mayor has claimed all along that this was to be an audit of all city departments, and that Melanson & Heath had determined that there were five departments that were of particular concern. However, last night we found out that it was not departments that were audited, but particular vendors that were the focus of the audit, and that the names of these vendors were provided by the Budget Director.

The Mayor has claimed all along that this audit would cost exactly $60,000, even after the contract with Melanson and Heath was signed; yet last night we discover that the contract for Melanson and Heath is and has been $45,000; now the Mayor claims that the $60,000 figure was presented as a "ball park" figure in order to be sure the cost of the audit was covered completely.

The Mayor has either been uninformed or has lied throughout this entire process.

Certainly this isn't the end. The Mayor claims that there are ongoing investigations outside of this audit. There are questions that were asked last night that the Mayor still needs to answer -- i.e., where did this phantom $5 million figure come from? The Mayor also claimed that his Budget Director did not provide a list of 16 vendor names to the auditing firm, contradicting what was published in the report. He has said he is going to check with his budget director today. It'll be interesting to see if they continue to deny this, essentially calling the audit inaccurate.

Yes, this drama will continue into the coming days and months; the budget season is now upon us. This administration should, and we believe will, be held up to painfully close scrutiny now. A positive outcome of this sad chapter in our history may be that the City Council will step up their performance and finally create a legacy of service to the people instead of political pandering and deal making.

Calendar of the Board of Aldermen, 4/23/07

(FYI: 6PM-JOINT CONVENTION)
(Presentation to Sean Cronk)

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN, MONDAY, APRIL 23, 2007, 7:00 PM, PETER J. MCCARREN MEMORIAL CHAMBERS, EVERETT, MA

COMMUNICATIONS FROM HIS HONOR THE MAYOR
1.
A0165-07 Order/s/Alderman Joseph McGonagle, as PresidentSubject to confirmation by the Honorable Board of Aldermen, I hereby re-appoint Chief Vincent Caruso and seventeen other named Everett Auxiliary Police Members as Special Police Officers for the City of Everett for a term of one-year, without pay, expiring May 8, 2008.

2.
A0166-07 Order/s/Alderman Joseph McGonagle, as PresidentTo accept the donation of $714.00 from the Century Bank to the Office of Human Services to be deposited into the Office of Human Services Literacy Program Account.

3.
A0167-07 Order/s/Alderman Joseph McGonagle, as PresidentSubject to confirmation by the Honorable Board of Aldermen, I hereby appoint Bernard Evens to serve as a Member of the Disability Commission to fill a term expiring in February 2010.

4.
A0168-07 Order/s/Alderman Joseph McGonagle, as PresidentTo accept the donation of $100.00 from the Vietnam Veterans Association & Iron Workers Local 7 to the Department of Veterans Services.

5.
A0169-07 Order/s/Alderman Joseph McGonagle, as PresidentTo accept the amount of $15.00 from an anonymous donor to the Mayor's Office of Human Services Emergency Services Account to help support the Christmas Program.

PAPERS FROM THE COMMON COUNCIL
6.
C0100-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentTo accept the donation of $100.00 from Anthony and Ada Toto to the Office of Human Services Senior Medical Transportation Program. (Passed sent up for concurrence)

7.
C0101-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentTo transfer the amount of $55,000.00 from the Fire Department Salaries Account to the Fire Department Replacement Fire Fighting Supplies & Equipment Account for a vehicle replacement of $30,000.00 and an extrication tool for $25,000.00.(Passed sent up for concurrence)

8.
C0076-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentTo adjust compensation for the following Administrative Officers effective July 1, 2007: City Auditor minimum $74,819.51, maximum $85,856.04; City Solicitor minimum $70,249.12 maximum $80,613.57; and City Treasurer minimum $65,888.68 maximum $75,696.58; with favorable Administrative Affairs Committee recommendation. (Amended by adding "no more than 3% increase".) (Ordained as amended, sent up for ordainment)

9.
C0005-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor Michael ManganAdministrative Affairs Committee Report on compensation for the School Committee with favorable recommendation to amend the annual salary to $5,500.00 starting January 2008, no retroactive pay, no health benefits, and to be part of the pension plan. (Ordained, as amended, sent up for ordainment)

10.
C0049-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentAdministrative Affairs Committee Report on Ordinance that in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 2, Section 2-102, "Compensation" of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett, the salary of the Clerk of Committees shall be $27,000.00 annually, effective July 1, 2007, with favorable recommendation.(Ordained sent up for ordainment)

11.
C0398-06 Ordinance/s/Councilor Joseph F. HickeyThat there will be no transport of any waste deemed to be hazardous through the City of Everett; with a Rules & Ordinances Committee recommendation for favorable action on the amended Ordinance 18-184 "Transportation of Waste Matter, Sewage". (Ordained as amended, sent up for ordainment)

12.
A0607-06 Ordinance/s/Alderman Carlo DeMaria; Alderman L. Charles DiPerri and Councilor Leo McKinnonTo amend Chapter 13A to include a new section 13A-88 to provide for the eviction and relocation of tenants of illegal dwellings; with a recommendation for favorable action on the attached Ordinance 13A-88 "Illegal Lodging and Illegal Lodging Houses in Dwellings" as amended. (Enrolled, as amended, in concurrence, sent up for ordainment)

13.
A0606-06 Ordinance/s/Alderman Joseph McGonagleThat Chapter 13A is hereby amended by inserting Article X Regulating Public Nuisances; Section 13A-61.0 to 13A-100.0.(Enrolled in concurrence, sent up for ordainment)

14.
A0071-07a Ordinance/s/Alderman Frank NuzzoAn ordinance limiting the number of Auto Repair Shop licenses granted in the City of Everett to no more than 50. (Enrolled in concurrence, sent up for ordainment)


15.
C0096-07 Resolution/s/Councilor Wayne A. MatewskyThat the City Clerk investigate possibility of beauty salon/barber shop being located at the car dealership on Chelsea Street, at the corner of Chelsea Street and Chelsea Place due to neighborhood concerns that there is a new business there. (Referred to Board of Aldermen, City Clerk, Building Department, State Licensing Board and Code Enforcement Task Force 4/17)

16.
C0097-07 Resolution/s/Councilor James A. KeaneWhereas the Everett Common Council voted unanimously to support a change in the Charter of the City of Everett which would prohibit candidates from seeking more than one municipal office; and Whereas said change will not be considered by the State Legislature in time for this election cycle; Therefore, Be itResolved: that the members of the Everett Common Council pledge to honor the spirit of that order and not seek multiple offices in the 2007 elections, and Be it Further Resolved that the Members of the Common Council urge all candidates for office in the City of Everett to do the same.

17.
C0107-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentTo transfer the amount of $48,000.00 from the Code Enforcement Salaries Account to the Veterans Department-Veteran Benefits Allowance Account to meet end of FY '07 Veteran Services. (Passed sent up for concurrence)

PETITIONS AND LICENSES
18.
A0161-07 PetitionPetition for Open Air parking License for Paul's Towing Inc. at 3 Buell Street.

19.
A0162-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from La Hispano Americana Inc D/B/A Carnaval Latino Restaurant at 700-A Broadway.


COMMUNICATIONS
20.
A0125-07 CommunicationCommunication from Rep. Stephen Smith in response to Resolution offered by Alderman Joseph McGonagle, as President, in support of restoring the 40% cut in the FY '08 Commonwealth Sewer Rate Relief Fund.


COMMITTEE REPORTS
21.
A0119-07 Committee ReportFinance Committee Report on Order from His Honor The Mayor-To appropriate the sum of $45,000.00 from the Budgetary Fund Balance to the Veterans Department-Veterans Benefits Allowance Account to meet projections for end of the Fiscal Year 2007 service to our veterans, with a recommendation to refer back to sponsor.

22.
A0120-07 Committee ReportFinance Committee Report on Order from His Honor The Mayor-To appropriate the amount of $30,000.00 from the Budgetary Fund Balance to the Facilities Maintenance Telephone Account as there have been unexpected increases in phone usage; with a recommendation to refer back to sponsor.

23.
A0121-07 Committee ReportFinance Committee Report from His Honor The Mayor-To appropriate the amount of $10,000.00 from the Budgetary Fund Balance to the Facilities Maintenance Overtime Account, as there have been unexpected increases in off-hour custodial City Hall demands; with a recommendation to refer back to sponsor.

24.
C0075-07 Committee ReportFinance Committee Report on Order from His Honor The Mayor-To appropriate the amount of $488,049.20 from the Budgetary Fund Balance to the City Treasurer/Collector Department Short Term Interest Account to pay for the interest due on Bond Notes. (Passed in the Common Council 3/19/07, sent up for concurrence); with a recommendation for favorable action.

25.
A0133-07 Committee ReportLicense Committee Report on Petition for Lodging House License from Andrew T. Philbin D/B/A THE MARLBORO at 51 Chelsea Street; with recommendation for favorable action.

26.
A0134-07 Committee ReportLicense Committee Report on Petition for Lodging House License from Andrew T. Philbin D/B/A THE NEWPORT at 59 Chelsea Street; with recommendation for favorable action.

27.
A0135-07 Committee ReportLicense Committee Report on Petition for Lodging House License from Andrew T. Philbin D/B/A THE GLENDALE at 322-324 Ferry Street; with recommendation for favorable action.

28.
A0150-07 Committee ReportLicense Committee Report on Lodging House License for the Prescott House, 36 Church Street; with a recommendation for favorable action pending the approval of required departments.

29.
A0127-07 Committee ReportRules & Ordinances Committee Report on Resolution offered by Alderman Jason Marcus relative to the disrepair or improper display of the American Flag.

30.
A0124-07 Committee ReportRules & Ordinance Committee Report on Ordinance offered by Alderman Jason Marcus to amend the time that trash can be put out by on the day before scheduled collection from "sunset" to "5:00 p.m.", at the request of elderly residents in the community.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS
31.
A0126-07 Resolution/s/Aldermen Robert J. Van CampenThat the City of Everett denounce the recent decision of the Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs concerning the proposed materials handling facility for the Boston Water & Sewer Commission. (Referred to Mayor's Office for response back to Board of Aldermen April 23rd meeting)

32.
A0087-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Robert J. Van CampenIn the interest of protecting the children of Massachusetts from sexual predators, that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting through its State Legislature, take the necessary steps to enact Jessica's Law.

33.
A0110-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Robert J. Van CampenThat the City Auditor appear this meeting to discuss the recent performance of the City's pension system.

34.
A0129-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Stephen Smith and Councilor James A. KeaneTo present a power point presentation showing glaring need of a teen resource center and the desired benefit it can have on the community. Supported and presented by the Suffolk University Juvenile Justice Center and Police Chief Steven Mazzie.


NEW BUSINESS
35.
A0159-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Jason MarcusThat the Budget Director, Janice Vetrano, appear this meeting relative to the amount of money transferred to date compared to last year at this time, and the year before; also how much was appropriated so far this year and last year at this time, as well as, the year before.

36.
A0160-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Jason MarcusThat the Police make sure they tag the top of Garland Street on trash day during rain, sleet or snow, as well as, announce that they are tagging so people move their cars so that they can clean the street.


Adjournment
Respectfully submitted,
Caroline McCorry
Administrative Assistant
Everett City Council Office
Council@ci.everett.ma.us

SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES TO NOTE:

4/25 6PM (FYI) TRAFFIC COMMISSION-KEVERIAN ROOM
4/30 6PM JOINT CONVENTION
5/7 7PM COMMON COUNCIL MEETING
5/14 7PM NEXT BOARD OF ALDERMEN MEETING
5/15 6PM COMMITTEE ON BILLS & ACCOUNTS MEETING
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Tragedy in Virginia

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Calendar of the Common Council, 4/17/07 (Tuesday)

REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMON COUNCIL, TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2007, 7:00 PM, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3RD FL., EVERETT, MASS
COMMUNICATIONS FROM HIS HONOR THE MAYOR
1.
C0100-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentTo accept the donation of $100.00 from Anthony and Ada Toto to the Office of Human Services Senior Medical Transportation Program Account #26.3590.CD.

2.
C0101-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentTo transfer the amount of $55,000.00 from the Fire Department Salaries Account to the Fire Department Replacement Fire Fighting Supplies & Equipment Account for a vehicle replacement of $30,000.00 and an extrication tool for $25,000.00.



PAPERS FROM THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN
3.
A0018-07 Ordinance/s/Aldermen Joseph McGonagle and L. Charles DiPerriTo amend the Riverfront Overlay District to extend from Route 99 along Mystic-Malden Rivers to the Malden line.(Ordained sent down for ordainment)

4.
C0076-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentTo adjust compensation for the following Administrative Officers effective July 1, 2007: City Auditor minimum $74,819.51, maximum $85,856.04; City Solicitor minimum $70,249.12 maximum $80,613.57; and City Treasurer minimum $65,888.68 maximum $75,696.58; with favorable Administrative Affairs Committee recommendation. (Amended by adding "no more than 3% increase".) (Enrolled in concurrence, as amended, sent down for ordainment. Reconsideration failed).

5.
C0005-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor Michael ManganAdministrative Affairs Committee Report on compensation for the School Committee with favorable recommendation to amend the annual salary to $5,500.00 starting January 2008, no retroactive pay, no health benefits, and to be part of the pension plan. (Enrolled in concurrence, as amended, sent down for ordainment)

6.
C0049-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentAdministrative Affairs Committee Report on Ordinance that in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 2, Section 2-102, "Compensation" of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett, the salary of the Clerk of Committees shall be $27,000.00 annually, effective July 1, 2007, with favorable recommendation.(Enrolled in concurrence, sent down for ordainment)

7.
C0398-06 Ordinance/s/Councilor Joseph F. HickeyThat there will be no transport of any waste deemed to be hazardous through the City of Everett; with a Rules & Ordinances Committee recommendation for favorable action on the amended Ordinance 18-184 "Transportation of Waste Matter, Sewage". (Enrolled as amended, in concurrence, sent down for ordainment)

8.
A0607-06 Committee Report/s/Alderman Carlo DeMaria; Alderman L. Charles DiPerriRules & Ordinance Committee Report on Ordinance signed Aldermen Carlo DeMaria and L. Charles DiPerri-To amend Chapter 13A to include a new section 13A-88 to provide for the eviction and relocation of tenants of illegal dwellings; with a recommendation for favorable action on the attached Ordinance 13A-88 "Illegal Lodging and Illegal Lodging Houses in Dwellings" as amended. (Enrolled, as amended, sent down for Enrollment)

9.
A0606-06 Ordinance/s/Alderman Joseph McGonagleThat Chapter 13A is hereby amended by inserting Article X Regulating Public Nuisances; Section 13A-61.0 to 13A-100.0.(Enrolled sent down for enrollment)

10.
A0071-07 Order/s/Aldermen Frank NuzzoTo restrict the number of licenses for Second Hand Motor Dealer businesses and Auto Repair Shop businesses to no more than 50. (Passed sent down ro concurrences)

11.
A0085-07 Committee ReportCelebration Committee Report from 4-3-07 on organizing celebration plans for the 2007 July 4th festivities; with a recommendation for further time and report back to City Council for informational purposes. (Further time granted, sent down for concurrence)

12.
A0071-07a Ordinance/s/Alderman Frank NuzzoAn ordinance limiting the number of Auto Repair Shop licenses granted in the City of Everett to no more than 50. (Enrolled sent down for enrollment)



COMMITTEE REPORTS
13.
C0011-07 Committee ReportPublic Service Committee Report on Resolution offered by Councilor Stephen Simonelli-To have the Mayor appear to update on the civilian resident parking attendants issue. No quorum present, the meeting adjourned at 7:00 pm. (Sponsor is requesting the matter be referred back to him)

14.
C0045-07 Committee ReportPublic Service Committee Report on Resolution offered by Councilors Lou Sierra, Stephen Simonelli and Joseph King-To request a public service meeting be called for the residents of Mt. Washington Street in regards to water flow issue and snow removal. (Sponsor requests matter be referred back to him) No quorum present, the meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

15.
C0070-07 Resolution/s/Councilor Leo McKinnonPublic Service Committee Report on Resolution offered by Councilor Leo McKinnon: That the Parking Clerk and the current four (4) traffic enforcement individuals come before the Common Council to explain why they are not eligible to use their own vehicles as the new night enforcement people are entitled to. To also explain the current pay rate for those on the job compared to those that are being offered the night enforcement jobs. We would also like a list of the candidates that have applied for the nighttime enforcement job, as well as, what cities these individuals live-in currently; (Sponsor requests matter be referred back to him). No quorum present the meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

16.
C0006-07 Committee ReportFinance Committee Report on Resolution/s/Councilor Leo McKinnonThat the City of Everett consider adding on their next bills, that we have a box to give ($1.00) one dollar to youth sports, as this would help youth programs off-set the traveling cost to the parents, and would not leave any child out of the activities. (Amended by deleting "as this would help youth programs off-set the traveling cost to the parents" and insert "within the City of Everett Youth Organizations")(Amended by deleting word "parents" and inserting "child".



UNFINISHED BUSINESS
17.
C0063-07 Resolution/s/Councilor Leo McKinnonCETF Chairman, Mr. Frank Champi, appear this meeting to give the Common Council an update on code enforcement in the City, to explain how the new nine employees are working out under his direction, and to also set up a process of getting the Council a written report on all properties within the City that are being investigated with updates on progress made at said properties.

18.
C0068-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor James A. KeaneTo place 20MPH speed limit signs on Woodlawn Ave due to complaints of speeding motorists.



19.
C0081-07 Resolution/s/Councilor Catherine Tomassi HicksThat the City consider building an indoor pool for use by the citizens of the City of Everett.



NEW BUSINESS
20.
C0095-07 Resolution/s/Councilor Leo McKinnonThat the Traffic Commission make recommendation for placing a "No U Turn" sign at the corner of Carlson Street and Ferry Street, in the interest of public safety.

21.
C0096-07 Resolution/s/Councilor Wayne A. MatewskyThat the City Clerk investigate possibility of beauty salon/barber shop being located at the car dealership on Chelsea Street, at the corner of Chelsea Street and Chelsea Place due to neighborhood concerns that there is a new business there.

22.
C0097-07 Resolution/s/Councilor James A. KeaneWhereas the Everett Common Council voted unanimously to support a change in the Charter of the City of Everett which would prohibit candidates from seeking more than one municipal office; and Whereas said change will not be considered by the State Legislature in time for this election cycle; Therefore, Be itResolved: that the members of the Everett Common Council pledge to honor the spirit of that order and not seek multiple offices in the 2007 elections, and Be it Further Resolved that the Members of the Common Council urge all candidates for office in the City of Everett to do the same.

23.
C0098-07 Resolution/s/Councilor Lou SierraTo request Engineer Mr. Paul Coviello to appear this meeting with update on Mt. Washington Street situation with water drainage and sewer problems.

24.
C0099-07 Resolution/s/Councilor Joseph F. HickeyThat the Mayor instruct all City departments, including Everett Housing Authority, to replace all worn and tattered American flags throughout the City.


Adjournment
Respectfully submitted: Caroline McCorry, Administrative Assistant, City Council Office, council@ci.everett.ma.us
SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES:
4/18 6PM BILLS & ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE MEETING
4/18 6PM PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING
4/23 TENTATIVE JOINT CONVENTION
4/23 7PM BOARD OF ALDERMEN MEETING
4/30 TENTATIVE JOINT CONVENTION
5/7 TENTATIVE JOINT CONVENTION
5/7 7PM NEXT COMMON COUNCIL MEETING
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Calendar of the Board of Aldermen, 4/9/07

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN, MONDAY, APRIL 9, 2007, 7:00 PM, PETER J. MCCARREN MEMORIAL CHAMBERS, EVERETT, MA
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.
A0128-07 To all parties interest in the Petition from National Grid for the installation of 2-4" concrete-encased conduit ducts near Broadway from existing manhole 255 to existing Pole #3159 on Henry Street.

PAPERS FROM THE COMMON COUNCIL
2.
C0089-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentAppropriating $434,000.00 from Budgetary Fund Balance to the Everett School Department Personnel Account to offset the cost of both the City's full-day kindergarten and re-establishment of the Pre-School Program for three and four year olds. (Passed sent up for concurrence, reconsideration failed)

3.
C0090-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentThat the amount of $42,000.00 be transferred from Code Enforcement Division-Salaries Account to the Parking Clerk-Salaries Account to staff the night time parking sticker program. (Passed sent up for concurrence, reconsideration failed)

4.
C0091-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentThat the amount of $2,000.00 is hereby transferred from the Code Enforcement Task Force Division-Salaries Account to the Parking Clerk-Clothing Allowance Account for night time staff attire for parking sticker program. (Passed sent up for concurrence)

5.
C0092-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentThat the transfer of $23,000.00 is hereby allowed from Budget Office to Purchasing Department for an additional clerical person due to the Office being extremely labor intensive, reporting to have increased requisitions from approximately 4000 annually to 100,000. (Passed sent up for concurrence)

6.
A0018-07 Ordinance/s/Aldermen Joseph McGonagle and L. Charles DiPerriTo amend the Riverfront Overlay District to extend from Route 99 along Mystic-Malden Rivers to the Malden line. (Enrolled in concurrence, sent up for ordainment)

7.
C0317-06 Ordinance/s/Councilor Joseph R. KingTo abolish fees for the removal of white goods, that is, refrigerators, stoves, et cetera. (Enrolled sent up for enrollment)

8.
C0076-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentTo adjust compensation for the following Administrative Officers effective July 1, 2007: City Auditor minimum $74,819.51, maximum $85,856.04; City Solicitor minimum $70,249.12 maximum $80,613.57; and City Treasurer minimum $65,888.68 maximum $75,696.58; with favorable Administrative Affairs Committee recommendation. (Amended by adding "no more than 3% increase". Enrolled, as amended, sent up for enrollment)

9.
C0005-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor Michael ManganAdministrative Affairs Committee Report on compensation for the School Committee with favorable recommendation to amend the annual salary to $5,500.00 starting January 2008, no retroactive pay, no health benefits, and to be part of the pension plan. (Enrolled as amended, sent up for enrollment, reconsideration failed)

10.
C0046-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentAdministrative Affairs Committee Report on Order that the City Council hereby establishes an annual salary of $6,000.00 to be paid to the Clerk of the Common Council effective July 1, 2007; with a favorable recommendation to amend the annual salary to $5,000.00. (Committee report accepted, amended by deleting "$6,000.00" and inserting "$5,000.00" passed as amended, sent up for concurrence)

11.
C0047-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentAdministrative Affairs Committee Report on Order that the City Council hereby establishes an annual salary of $6,000.00 to be paid to the Clerk of the Board of Aldermen effective July 1, 2007; with a favorable recommendation to amend the annual salary to $5,000.00. (Committee report accepted, amended to $5,000.00, passed as amended, sent up for concurrence)

12.
C0048-07 Order/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentAdministrative Affairs Committee Report on Order that the City Council hereby establishes an annual salary of $48,000.00 to be paid to the City Council Administrative Assistant effective July 1, 2007; with favorable recommendation. (Passed sent up for concurrence)

13.
C0049-07 Ordinance/s/Councilor Sal DiDomenico, as PresidentAdministrative Affairs Committee Report on Ordinance that in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 2, Section 2-102, "Compensation" of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Everett, the salary of the Clerk of Committees shall be $27,000.00 annually, effective July 1, 2007, with favorable recommendation.(Enrolled sent up for enrollment)

14.
C0398-06 Ordinance/s/Councilor Joseph F. HickeyThat there will be no transport of any waste deemed to be hazardous through the City of Everett; with a Rules & Ordinances Committee recommendation for favorable action on the amended Ordinance 18-184 "Transportation of Waste Matter, Sewage". (Committee report accepted, enrolled as amended, sent up for enrollment)


PETITIONS AND LICENSES
15.
A0131-07 PetitionPetition for Junk Dealer License from M. & S. Metals Co., Inc. at 391 Third Street.

16.
A0132-07 PetitionPetition for Junk Dealer License from Paul P. Mattuchio at 282 Second Street.

17.
A0133-07 PetitionPetition for Lodging House Licese from Andrew T. Philbin D/B/A THE MARLBORO at 51 Chelsea Street.

18.
A0134-07 PetitionPetition for Lodging House License from Andrew T. Philbin D/B/A THE NEWPORT at 59 Chelsea Street.

19.
A0135-07 PetitionPetition for Lodging House License from Andrew T. Philbin D/B/A THE GLENDALE at 322-324 Ferry Street.

20.
A0136-07 PetitionPetition for Open Air Parking License from A.G. Quealy Towing Co., Inc., at 52 Robin Street.

21.
A0137-07 PetitionPetition for Open Air Parking License from A. G. Quealy Towing Co., Inc. at 91 E. Elm Street.

22.
A0138-07 PetitionPetition for 2nd Class Motor Dealer License from Boston Auto Sales at 26 Garvey Street.

23.
A0139-07 PetitionPetition for Auto Repair-Body License from Patriot Truck & Body LLC at 380 Second Street.

24.
A0140-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from Manu G. Salgado D/B/A Cancun Restaurant at 432 Broadway.

25.
A0141-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from R & L Cafe LLC D/B/A Caffe Aroma at 37 Norwood Street.

26.
A0142-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from BMW Motorcycles of Cambridge Inc. D/B/A Parkway Cycle at 1865 Revere Beach Parkway.

27.
A0143-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from Alberto J. Costa D/B/A Elm Street Bakery Inc. at 173 Elm Street.

28.
A0144-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from Peter To D/B/A Top International Hair Salon at 684A Broadway.

29.
A0145-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from Pizza Hut of America, Inc. at 7 Sycamore Street.

30.
A0146-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from National Tire & Battery #563 at 1920 Revere Beach Parkway.

31.
A0147-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from Rick's Variety at 798 Broadway.

32.
A0148-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from West Everett Beer & Wine Co., Inc. at 82 Main Street.

33.
A0149-07 PetitionPetition for Lord's Day License from Cycle Craft Co., Inc. D/B/A Boston Harley-Davidson at 1760 Revere Beach Parkway.


COMMUNICATIONS
34.
A0130-07 CommunicationNotice of unrenewed licenses in accordance with Section 12-10 "Time limit on renewal of licenses" from the City Clerk's Office consisting of the following: 1st Class Motor Dealer License-United Rentals NA Inc. at 354Third Street, 2nd Class Motor Dealer Licenses for the following: White's Auto Sales-79 Vine Street, Ultimate Auto Business Inc.-12 Dexter Street and The Car Store-383 Second Street.


COMMITTEE REPORTS
35.
A0603-06 Committee ReportRules & Ordinances Committee Report on Ordinance offered by Alderman Stephen Smith that the new parking law be amended so that senior citizens and/or disabled people have the option of purchasing a yearly placard for no fee; with a recommendation to refer to the Parking Clerk.

36.
A0021-07 Committee ReportRules & Ordinances Committee Report on Order offered by Alderman Stephen Smith that the City of Everett cannot put up for sale any building or land without first having a licensed professional determine a fair market value; with a recommendation to refer to the City Solicitor to draft the appropriate language.

37.
A0607-06 Committee ReportRules & Ordinance Committee Report on Ordinance signed Aldermen Carlo DeMaria and L. Charles DiPerri-To amend Chapter 13A to include a new section 13A-88 to provide for the eviction and relocation of tenants of illegal dwellings; with a recommendation for favorable action on the attached Ordinance 13A-88 "Illegal Lodging and Illegal Lodging Houses in Dwellings" as amended.

38.
A0606-06 Committee ReportRules & Ordinances Committee Report on Ordinance signed Alderman Joseph McGonagle-That Chapter 13A is hereby amended by inserting Article X Regulating Public Nuisances; with a recommendation for favorable action on the attached Ordinance Article X "Regulating Public Nuisances", Sections 13A-61.0 to 13A-100.0.

39.
A0090-07 Committee ReportLicense Committee Report on all parties interested in the petition from Brasil Transmission Auto Center at 43 Mystic Street, for an Auto Repair-Mechanical License, with a recommendation for favorable action on the petition with the condition that only the seven (7) parking spaces directly in front of business be utilized for customer/employee parking.

40.
A0095-07 Committee ReportLicense Committee Report on Petition for Lodging House License from Ellsworth Realty Trust, 13 Ellsworth Street, with a recommendation that the matter be postponed until the next License Committee meeting to be scheduled for Monday, April 9th, 2007 at 6:30 p.m.

41.
A0071-07 Committee ReportLicense Committee Report on Order offered by Alderman Frank NuzzoDeclaring a moratorium on new motor dealer and mechanical and auto body repair shop licenses; with a recommendation for favorable action on the Order and Ordinance to restrict the number of licenses for Second Hand Motor Dealer businesses and Auto Body Repair Shop businesses to the current amount of licenses in effect.

42.
A0085-07 Committee ReportCelebration Committee Report from 4-3-07 on organizing celebration plans for the 2007 July 4th festivities; with a recommendation for further time and report back to City Council for informational purposes.


UNFINISHED BUSINESS
43.
A0087-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Robert J. Van CampenIn the interest of protecting the children of Massachusetts from sexual predators, that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting through its State Legislature, take the necessary steps to enact Jessica's Law.

44.
A0110-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Robert J. Van CampenThat theCity Auditor appear this meeting to discuss the recent performance of the City's pension system.

45.
A0109-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Robert J. Van CampenThat the Owner of Bright-White Laundry located at 167 Bucknam Street appear next meeting of the Board of Aldermen, Monday, April 9th, regarding neighborhood complaints, as well as, hours of operation.

46.
A0102-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Robert J. Van CampenThat the Hanlon Administration provide the Members of the City Council with the Forensic Audit Report one week prior to the Joint Convention scheduled for April 23, 2007, in order for Members to review it prior to the Joint Convention.


NEW BUSINESS
47.
A0127-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Jason MarcusRelative to the disrepair or improper display of the American Flag.

48.
A0129-07 Resolution/s/Alderman Stephen Smith and Councilor James A. KeaneTo present a power point presentation showing glaring need of a teen resource center and the desired benefit it can have on the community. Supported and presented by the Suffolk University Juvenile Justice Center and Police Chief Steven Mazzie.


Adjournment
Respectfully submitted, Caroline McCorry, Administrative Assistant, Everett City Council Office council@ci.everett.ma.us
SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES TO NOTE:
4/12 6:30PM COMMITTEE ON FINANCE MEETING
4/17 7PM COMMON COUNCIL MEETING (TUESDAY)
4/18 6PM COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING
4/18 6PM COMMITTEE ON BILLS & ACCOUNTS MEETING
4/23 7PM NEXT BOARD OF ALDERMEN MEETING

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