CITY MANAGER’S AGENDA
1. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation and authorization order to borrow $1,500,000 to continue sewer reconstruction projects in the Cambridge Highlands and Cambridgeport areas of the City. [PASSED TO A SECOND READING]

2. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation and authorization order to borrow an additional $350,000 to finance the reconstruction of the pedestrian underpass at Yerxa Road. [PASSED TO A SECOND READING]

3. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to Awaiting Report Item Number 06-35, regarding a report on addressing identity theft issues and refraining from using social security numbers to identify individuals.

4. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the transfer of $175,000 from the Employee Benefits Salary and Wages account to the General Fund Fire Travel and Training (Judgments & Damages) account to cover medical services and/or prescription reimbursement costs for fire personnel injured in performance of their duties.

5. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the transfer of $1,300 from the General Fund Reserve Other Ordinary Maintenance account to the General Fund Peace Commission Travel and Training account to provide funds to support attendance to the 2006 Peace Messenger City Assembly in June of which Cambridge is a member.

6. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the transfer of $33,500 from the Employee Benefits (salary adjustment) Salary and Wages account to the Veterans' Travel and Training account to cover additional veteran benefits and medical costs through the end of the fiscal year.

ON THE TABLE
1. Placed on Table on the motion of Councillor Kelley on February 27, 2006 on Awaiting Report Item Number 06-06 of February 27, 2006, regarding a report on the legality of the banners in front of the Dunkin' Donuts at 2480 Massachusetts Avenue and at other location in the City.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. A communication was received from D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk, transmitting a report from Councillor Timothy J. Toomey, Jr., Co-Chair of the Ordinance Committee, for a meeting held on November 18, 2004 for the purpose of considering proposed amendments to Chapter 2.74 of the Cambridge Municipal Code, the Police Review and Advisory Board Ordinance. The question comes on passing to be ordained on or after February 14, 2005. [Four sections of the proposed amendment were passed to be ordained as amended. Ordinance #1284. The remaining proposed amendments to chapter 2.74 remain on unfinished business.]

3. A communication was received from D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk transmitting a report from Councillor Brian Murphy and Councillor Michael A. Sullivan, Co-Chairs of the Ordinance Committee, for a meeting held on March 15, 2006 for the purpose of considering a petition filed by the Neighbors and Abutters of Blessed Sacrament (NABS)/Alan Zimlicki et al. to amend the Zoning Ordinance with regard to yards, open space, parking and special permit criteria for the redevelopment of existing buildings. The question comes on passing to be ordained on or after May 8, 2006. Petition expires June 13, 2006.

4. Proposed amendment to the Cambridge Municipal Ordinance regarding creating a Commission on Immigrant Rights and Citizenship. The question comes on passing to be ordained on or after May 8, 2006.

APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS
1. An application was received from Metropolitan Laundromat, requesting permission for a sandwich board sign in front of the premises numbered 266 Brookline Street.

2. An application was received from Upstairs on the Square, requesting permission for eight tables and twenty-six chairs in front of the premises numbered 91 Winthrop Street.

COMMUNICATIONS
1. A communication was received from the family of PFC Tina Priest, transmitting thanks for the City Council resolution on behalf of their daughter.

2. A communication was received from James M. Lyman, President & Trustee of Lyman Real Estate Trust, transmitting opposition to Tobin-Danehy Zoning Petition.

3. A communication was received from Roy Bercaw, regarding Councillors gone wild.

4. A petition was received from Sue Butler et al., supporting the City Council resolution for 20% clean energy by 2010.

RESOLUTIONS
1. Celebration of 200th Birthday of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.   Councillor Davis

2. Retirement of Allen Gaudet from the Fire Department.   Mayor Reeves

3. Retirement of John Gouveia from the School Department.   Mayor Reeves

4. Resolution on the death of Private First Class Robert Settle.   Councillor Decker

5. Resolution on the death of Private First Class Patrick Tinnell.   Councillor Decker

6. Resolution on the death of Captain Ian Weikel.   Councillor Decker

7. Resolution on the death of Master Sergeant Clinton Cubert.   Councillor Decker

8. Resolution on the death of Lance Corporal Derrick Cothran.   Councillor Decker

9. Resolution on the death of Corporal Pablo Mayorga.   Councillor Decker

10. Resolution on the death of Specialist Mark Melcher.   Councillor Decker

11. Resolution on the death of Lance Corporal Justin Sims.   Councillor Decker

12. Resolution on the death of Private First Class Ryan Winslow.   Councillor Decker

13. Resolution on the death of Lance Corporal Darin Settle.   Councillor Decker

14. Resolution on the death of Corporal Salem Bachar.   Councillor Decker

15. Resolution on the death of Lance Corporal Stephen Perez.   Councillor Decker

16. Resolution on the death of Specialist Andrew Waits.   Councillor Decker

17. Resolution on the death of Lance Corporal Marcus Glimpse.   Councillor Decker

18. Resolution on the death of Specialist Scott Bandhold.   Councillor Decker

19. Resolution on the death of Private First Class Roland Calderon-Ascenio.   Councillor Decker

20. Resolution on the death of Corporal Joseph Blanco.   Councillor Decker

21. Resolution on the death of Private First Class James Costello.   Councillor Decker

22. Resolution on the death of Specialist Kenneth Hess.   Councillor Decker

23. Resolution on the death of Private First Class George Roehl Jr.   Councillor Decker

24. Resolution on the death of Specialist David Collins.   Councillor Decker

25. Resolution on the death of Sergeant 1st Class Randall Lamberson.   Councillor Decker

26. Resolution on the death of Specialist Shawn Creighton.   Councillor Decker

27. Resolution on the death of Lance Corporal Jody Missildine.   Councillor Decker

28. Resolution on the death of Lance Corporal Juana Navarro Arellano.   Councillor Decker

29. Resolution on the death of Corporal Richard Waller.   Councillor Decker

30. Resolution on the death of Lance Corporal Bryan Taylor.   Councillor Decker

31. Resolution on the death of Lance corporal Eric Palmisano.   Councillor Decker

32. Resolution on the death of Petty Officer Marcques Nettles.   Councillor Decker

33. Resolution on the death of Lance Corporal Phillip Martini.   Councillor Decker

34. Resolution on the death of Corporal Eric Lueken.   Councillor Decker

35. Resolution on the death of Staff Sergeant Jason Ramseyer.   Councillor Decker

36. Resolution on the retirement of Kathy Travers from the School Department.   Councillor Simmons

37. Retirement of Mary Beth Haynes from the School Department.   Councillor Simmons

38. Retirement of Joseph Grassia from the School Department.   Councillor Simmons

39. Resolution on the death of Harriet (Rossman) Solit.   Councillor Davis

40. Congratulations to Ellen McLaughlin as the new Executive Director of Tutoring Plus.   Vice Mayor Toomey

41. Best wishes to Cambridge Family and Children's Service on their 13th Annual Circle of Friends Gala and Silent Auction on Wed, May 17, 2006 at the Royal Sonesta Hotel.   Councillor Sullivan

42. Congratulations to the dedicated individuals of the Cambridge Police Department on the occasion of their promotions.   Councillor Sullivan

43. Best wishes to Innkeeper Richard Carbone and James Gray, Harvard Real Estate Services, on the occasion of the celebration of Collegiate Hospitality's First Anniversary and the Unveiling of New Guestrooms at the Inn at Harvard.   Councillor Sullivan

44. Resolution on the death of Margaret M. (Doherty) Killgoar.   Councillor Sullivan

45. Resolution on the death of Louis A. Mandarini.   Councillor Sullivan

46. Resolution on the death of James J. Simpson.   Councillor Galluccio

47. Resolution on the death of Adeline Richard.   Councillor Galluccio

48. Congratulations to Reverend Peter Kenney on the occasion of the 60th Anniversary of his Ordination.   Councillor Sullivan

49. Happy 100th Birthday wishes to Mildred Casey.   Councillor Sullivan

50. Proclaim May, 2006 as "Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month in Cambridge".   Councillor Davis

51. Support of the American League of Cyclists' National bike events.   Councillor Kelley, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Davis

52. Resolution on the death of Emanuele "Wally" Molinari.   Mayor Reeves

53. Happy 50th Birthday wishes to Reverend Joseph O. Robinson and congratulations on the occasion of becoming the new Rector for Christ Church in Cambridge.   Councillor Kelley

54. Best wishes to the Grand Prix Cafe as it provides a European-style cafe in North Cambridge.   Councillor Kelley

55. Congratulations to Derrick Z. Jackson on the occasion of his being awarded Scouting's James Deleo Award.   Councillor Kelley, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Davis

56. Declare May 24, 2006 as Papa Gino's Rustic Pizza Day in Cambridge which will mark the 100th Anniversary of pizza in North America.   Mayor Reeves

57. Resolution on the death of Robert Merriman Jr.   Mayor Reeves

58. Best wishes to the Cambridge Gridiron Club as they the 3rd Annual Golf Classic in support of the Cambridge Rindge and Latin Football program.   Mayor Reeves, Councillor Sullivan

59. Declare month of May as "Marian Keyes" month in the City of Cambridge.   Mayor Reeves

60. Resolution on the death of Edward J. Booth.   Councillor Davis

61. Retirement of Joseph Sousa from the School Department.   Councillor Simmons

62. Retirement of Lorrain Rufo from the Cambridge Hospital.   Mayor Reeves

63. Retirement of Diane Mattison from the Cambridge Hospital.   Mayor Reeves

64. Retirement of Patricia Carr from the Cambridge Hospital.   Mayor Reeves

65. Congratulations to the recipient of the Ninth Annual Taxicab Driver of the Year.   Councillor Sullivan

66. Congratulations to Chris Helms on the occasion of his new position as editor of the Cambridge Chronicle.   Councillor Simmons

67. Best wishes to Deb Eisner on her exciting new job.   Councillor Simmons

68. Resolution on the death of Dr. John Kenneth Galbraith.   Councillor Sullivan

69. Resolution on the death of Mary T. (Faulkner) McCafferty.   Councillor Sullivan

76. Congratulations to Walter Brown on receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Boy Scouts of America.   Mayor Reeves, Councillor Sullivan

77. Congratulations to Marvin Gilmore on receiving the 23rd Annual Good Scout Award.   Mayor Reeves, Councillor Sullivan

84. Congratulations to Thomas Lucey on receiving the 23rd Annual Good Scout Award.   Mayor Reeves, Councillor Sullivan

88. Urge the Massachusetts delegation to vote for allocation of all State Lottery funds to local cities and towns.   Councillor Sullivan

89. Happy 50th Birthday wishes to Phil Grefe.   Mayor Reeves

90. Condolences to Kathy Toppi on the death of her beloved uncle.   Mayor Reeves

91. Best wishes to Grolier Poetry Bookshop on the occasion of their reopening ceremony on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 11:00am.   Councillor Sullivan

92. Best wishes to Irene O'Bannon on her performance in the 8th Annual Harlem Renaissance Revisited With A Boston Flavor on May 4-6, 2006 at 7:00pm at Roxbury Community College Media Arts Center.   Councillor Sullivan

93. Congratulations to the Medal Award recipients of the Cambridge Fire Department.   Councillor Sullivan

ORDERS
1. Dedication of suitable location in honor of Salvatore Feroleto.   Councillor Galluccio

2. That the City Manager is requested to develop a plan to accommodate Lafayette Square merchants and customers during the period of construction.   Councillor Davis

3. That the City Manager is requested to instruct the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works to immediately repair the sidewalk and driveway in front of 2050 Massachusetts Avenue.   Councillor Sullivan

4. Opposition to the Communications, Opportunity, Promotions and Enhancement Act of 2006 which threatens the open nature of the Internet by allowing telecom corporations to limit bandwidth for its competitors.   Councillor Sullivan

5. That the Cambridge City Council go on record urging the United States Congress to restore the Clean Water State Revolving Fund to at least the FY2005 funding level so that our cities will be able to close large funding gaps for essential water infrastructure projects.   Councillor Davis

6. That the City Manager is requested to provide the City Council with a report on the status of requested changes to the City's ordinances concerning the Noise Affidavit required of building contractors.   Councillor Kelley and Councillor Davis

7. That the City Manager is requested to provide the City Council with a report on the status of the City Council's request for documents related to the projects currently underway at Trolley Square and the north Massachusetts Avenue VFW hall.   Councillor Kelley and Councillor Davis

8. That the City Manager is requested to confer with relevant Department heads concerning the possibility of making Cambridge a Carbon Neutral City.   Councillor Kelley and Councillor Davis

9. That the City Manager is requested to confer with the relevant Department heads concerning the status of ongoing renovations at 371 Broadway.   Councillor Kelley

10. That the City Manager is requested to confer with relevant Department heads concerning the possibility of making Gardner Road a one way street.   Councillor Kelley

11. That the City Manager is requested to confer with relevant Department heads concerning the possibilities and propriety of getting the Cambridge Police Department a list of e-mail list-serves for various neighborhoods to better facilitate rapid and thorough electronic communication with all Cambridge neighborhoods and residents.   Councillor Kelley

12. That the City Manager is requested to designate the Public Health Department to write and implement a plan for all city buildings to protect members of the public as they enter and exit and city employees as they work inside the buildings from the noxious and dangerous effects of second hand smoke.   Councillor Davis

13. Support of the International Ride of Silence which honors those who have been killed or injured while riding bicycles on public roadways.   Councillor Kelley, Councillor Simmons and Councillor Davis

14. Recommendation of a pilot program during the 2006/2007 Council term in which each Councillor who would like to can have access to a designated research assistant for up to 30 hours a week.   Mayor Reeves, Vice Mayor Toomey, Councillor Decker, Councillor Galluccio, Councillor Sullivan and Councillor Davis
[Note: This proposal to pay for campaign workers, a.k.a. “research assistants” for the incumbents at public expense passed on an 8-1 vote with Councillor Kelley as the only one voting NO.]

15. That the City Manager is requested to confer with the relevant Department heads concerning the number of outdoor drinking fountains in public areas, including parks, and of those drinking fountains how many are high only, how many are wheelchair only (not high), how many drinking fountains are high/low, and how many are working.   Councillor Kelley and Councillor Simmons

16. That the City Manager is requested to confer with the relevant Department heads concerning the City's policies concerning allowing outdoor seating for establishments with liquor licenses and serving alcohol on City property.   Councillor Kelley

17. That the City Manager is requested to direct the License Commission to undertake a comprehensive review of the cap policy with the view of providing the City Council with a report on the cap policy including recommendations for a more flexible cap policy.   Councillor Decker and Councillor Murphy

18. That the City Council go on record reaffirming its commitment as a Sanctuary City.   Councillor Simmons
CHARTER RIGHT EXERCISED BY COUNCILLOR SIMMONS

19. That the City Manager is requested to ask for an immediate answer explaining why there are so many outages and that NSTAR meet with the neighbors and businesses in Area Four with a report back to the City Council.   Councillor Simmons

20. Support of the goals and objectives of National Military Appreciation Month.   Councillor Kelley, Councillor Sullivan

21. That the City Manager confer with the MBTA, the Commissioner of Public Works and the Commissioner of Inspectional Services with the view of accomplishing the repair of the chain link fencing following the CSX tracks between Cambridge Street and Hampshire Street.   Councillor Sullivan, Vice Mayor Toomey

22. Dedication of an appropriate site in honor of John Kenneth Galbraith.   Councillor Murphy, Councillor Sullivan

23. That the City Manager is requested to instruct the Commissioner of Public Works to investigate the complaint of the unpleasant odor emanating from the sewers on Cambridge Street, particularly in the vicinity of Inman Square.   Councillor Sullivan

24. City Council goes on record commending the city staff for all the hard work on energy efficiency.   Councillor Davis and Councillor Kelley

25. City Council go on record urging the City Manager to recognize the appropriate city staff who have worked on making Cambridge more energy efficient and who are helping Cambridge to meet the goal of reducing emissions.   Councillor Davis and Councillor Kelley

COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. A communication was received from Donna P. Lopez, Deputy City Clerk transmitting a report from Councillor E. Denise Simmons, Chair of the Neighborhood and Long Term Planning Committee, for a meeting held on April 19, 2006 to discuss issues relating to the senior population as it relates to neighborhoods.

2. A communication was received from Donna P. Lopez, Deputy City Clerk transmitting a report from Councillor Henrietta Davis, Chair of the Cable TV, Telecommunications and Public Utilities Committee, for a meeting held on March 29, 2006 to discuss the cost of municipal energy including city services and the School Department.

HEARING SCHEDULE
Mon, May 1
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, May 2
10:00am   The Housing Committee will conduct a public meeting to receive an update on Trolley Square and other affordable housing projects in the pipeline; to discuss the selection process for residents for affordable housing.  (Ackermann Room)
5:30pm   The Cable TV, Telecommunications and Public Utilities Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss wind turbines and energy conservation.  (Sullivan Chamber)

Wed, May 3
10:00am   The Finance Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss FY07 City Budget.  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, May 8
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Wed, May 10
10:00am   The Finance Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss FY07 City Budget.  (Sullivan Chamber)
5:30pm   The Cable TV, Telecommunications and Public Utilities Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss the proposal for WIFI.  (Sullivan Chamber)

Thurs, May 11
6:00pm   The Finance Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss FY07 School Department Budget.  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, May 15
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Wed, May 17
8:30am   The Neighborhood and Long Term Planning Committee will conduct a public meeting to continue discussions with emphasis on a senior panel and resource fair geared to issues of concern to the senior population and its relation to neighborhoods.  (Sullivan Chamber)
11:00am   The Civic Unity Committee will conduct a public meeting to continue discussing plans for a citywide conversation on race and class, and to received additional information on affirmative action.  (Sullivan Chamber)
5:15pm   The Ordinance Committee will conduct a public hearing on and amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to change the language "useable open space" to "private open space."  (Sullivan Chamber)
5:30pm   The Ordinance Committee will conduct a public hearing on a petition from Eileen Woodford et al. (Tobin-Danehy Zoning Petition) requesting amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to rezone an area currently zoned Res. C-1A, Res. B, and Industry A-1 to Residence C in the area bounded by Bay State Road, Fern, Field, New Streets and Concord Avenue.   (Sullivan Chamber)
6:30pm   The Ordinance Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss FAR, traffic and transfer of development rights relative to the Concord Alewife rezoning petition.   (Sullivan Chamber)

Thurs, May 18
10:00am   The Finance Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss FY07 City Budget. (IF NECESSARY)  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, May 22
4:00pm   2006 Scholarship Award Ceremony  (Sullivan Chamber)
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Wed, May 31
8:30am   The Neighborhood and Long Term Planning Committee will conduct a public meeting to continue discussion as they relate to neighborhoods, specifically to receive information about Transit Realty and the Bennett Street project, to receive information about demographics available from Election Commission, Inspectional Services and School Department and information about space available for community meetings.  (Sullivan Chamber)
5:30pm   The Ordinance Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss environmental and infrastructure issues relative to the Concord Alewife rezoning petition.   (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, June 5
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, June 12
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Wed, June 14
5:30pm   The Ordinance Committee will conduct a working meeting on Concord Alewife rezoning petition. No public comment.  (Ackermann Room)

Mon, June 19
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, June 26
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Aug 7
5:30pm   Special City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Sept 11
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Sept 18
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Sept 25
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Oct 16
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Oct 23
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Oct 30
5:30pm   City Council Meeting  (Sullivan Chamber)

TEXT OF ORDERS
O-1     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR GALLUCCIO
ORDERED: That the City Council dedicate an appropriate site in the vicinity of Park Avenue and Holworthy Place in honor of Salvatore Feroleto; and be it further
ORDERED: That Assistant to the City Council be directed to confer with the family regarding a suitable dedication ceremony and communicate with the Department of Public Works to arrange for the sign.

O-2     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to develop a plan to accommodate Lafayette Square merchants and customers during the period of construction.

O-3     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: The sidewalk in front of the Senior Center at 2050 Massachusetts Avenue is crumbling and is a danger to pedestrians, especially the seniors; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to instruct the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works to immediately repair the sidewalk and driveway in front of 2050 Massachusetts Avenue.

O-4     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: The proposed federal legislation entitled the "Communications Opportunity, Promotions and Enhancement Act of 2006 (COPE)" threatens the open nature of the Internet by allowing telecom corporations to limit bandwidth for its competitors; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the Cambridge City Council go on record opposing the Communications, Opportunity, Promotions and Enhancement Act of 2006; and be it further
RESOLVED: That Cantabrigians be cognizant that they can read more about this proposed legislation at http://saveaccess.org and can sign an internet petition to express opposition quickly at <action.freepress.net/campaign/savethenet> and <civic.moveon.org/save_the_internet>; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Massachusetts Congressional Delegation on behalf of the entire City Council.

O-5     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
WHEREAS: The Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) was established to provide low interest loans to governmental entities for clean water and non-point source pollution control projects; and
WHEREAS: The amount of funds available is dependent upon the amount of appropriations from the U.S. Congress and the amount of repayments from funds previously loaned; and
WHEREAS: Our nation’s cities need an improved federal commitment to long-term, sustainable funding for municipal wastewater and drinking water utilities to comply with federal mandates and meet infrastructure repair and replacement needs; and
WHEREAS: In FY2005, the CWSRF was funded at $1.1 billion. Congress cut funding to $887 million in FY2006. As Congress readies to consider FY2007 appropriations, the Administration budget proposes a further reduction, requesting $688 million for the fund next year; and
WHEREAS: The House Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies plans to mark up the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) on Thursday, May 4th, 2006; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the Cambridge City Council go on record urging the United States Congress to restore the Clean Water State Revolving Fund to at least the FY2005 funding level so that our cities will be able to close large funding gaps for essential water infrastructure projects; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Massachusetts Delegation to the United States Congress, with the request that our representatives contact the Interior, Environment and Related Agencies House Appropriation Subcommittee to advocate for restoration of adequate funding for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund.

O-6     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to provide the City Council with a report on the status of requested changes to the City's ordinances concerning the Noise Affidavit required of building contractors.

O-7     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to provide the City Council with a report on the status of the City Council's request for documents related to the projects currently underway at Trolley Square and the north Massachusetts Avenue VFW hall.

O-8     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with relevant Department heads concerning the possibility of making Cambridge a Carbon Neutral City; and be it further
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to report back to the City Council on this issue.

O-9     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with the relevant Department heads concerning the status of ongoing renovations at 371 Broadway; and be it further
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to report back to the City Council on this issue.

O-10     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with relevant Department heads concerning the possibility of making Gardner Road a one way street.

O-11     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with relevant Department heads concerning the possibilities and propriety of getting the Cambridge Police Department a list of e-mail list-serves for various neighborhoods to better facilitate rapid and thorough electronic communication with all Cambridge neighborhoods and residents; and be it further
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to report back to the City Council on this issue.

O-12     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
WHEREAS: A public building that truly welcomes the public should not require members of the public to walk through a cloud of smoke in order to enter and use public services; and
WHEREAS: Outdoor smoking by employees close to the building may still expose employees working inside but in close proximity to the outdoor smokers to unacceptable quantities of second hand smoke coming through nearby doors and windows; and
WHEREAS: The Cambridge Hospital has implemented restrictions on the proximity of outdoor smoking to entrances and exits to the building; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to designate the Public Health Department to write and implement a plan for all city buildings to protect members of the public as they enter and exit and city employees as they work inside the buildings from the noxious and dangerous effects of second hand smoke.

O-13     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
COUNCILLOR SIMMONS
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
WHEREAS: Bicycling in Cambridge is very dangerous; and
WHEREAS: Too many cyclists have been killed and injured in Cambridge in recent years; and
WHEREAS: May 17 is International Ride of Silence to honor those who have been killed or injured while riding bicycles on public roadways; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City of Cambridge go on record in support of the International Ride of Silence; and be it further
RESOLVED: That Cambridge will rededicate itself to improving cyclists' safety throughout Cambridge.

O-14     May 1, 2006
MAYOR REEVES
VICE MAYOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
WHEREAS: Several councillors have approached the Mayor's Office regarding the need for additional staff assistance; and
WHEREAS: The several councillors have indicated that their work program for this Council term will be significantly aided by the ability to conduct policy research, meeting planning, and assistance sponsoring citywide and neighborhood meetings; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to implement a pilot program during the 2006/2007 Council term each Councillor who would like to can have access to a designated research assistant for up to 30 hours a week. This would mean up to an additional seven research assistants (excluding the mayor and the vice mayor who are already covered under the current Mayor's Office budget).

O-15     May 1, 2006 AMENDED
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
COUNCILLOR SIMMONS
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with the relevant Department heads concerning the number of outdoor drinking fountains in public areas, including parks, and of those drinking fountains how many are high only, how many are wheelchair only (not high), how many drinking fountains are high/low, and how many are working; and be it further
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to report back in a timely fashion to the City Council on this issue.

O-16     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with the relevant Department heads concerning the City's policies concerning allowing outdoor seating for establishments with liquor licenses and serving alcohol on City property; and be it further
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to report back to the City Council on this issue.

O-17     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR MURPHY
WHEREAS: Twenty years have elapsed since the License Commission's cap policy with regard to licenses for alcoholic beverages was instituted; and
WHEREAS: The passage of time and the many changes in the demographics, economics and culture of the City of Cambridge in the intervening years would seem to suggest the wisdom of reviewing the cap policy at this time; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to direct the License Commission to undertake a comprehensive review of the cap policy with the view of providing the City Council with a report on the cap policy, said report to include the history of adoption of the cap policy and the conditions that led the License Commission to adopt said policy, any changes in those conditions, statistics on the number of establishments at which liquor was served then and now and their capacity, distinguishing among bars, restaurants and the various types of liquor licenses; and be it further
ORDERED: That the report include recommendations for a more flexible cap policy.

O-18     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR SIMMONS
WHEREAS: Cambridge has a long history of being a welcoming community; and
WHEREAS: By City Council Order Number 4 of April 8, 1985, Cambridge was declared "A Sanctuary City" to serve as a safe haven for refugees now residing in Cambridge until they can safely return to their homelands or receive federally recognized residency status; and
WHEREAS: The immigrant community has mounted a "Keep Our Families" campaign; and
WHEREAS: Dialogue and community engagement strengthen families; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record reaffirming its commitment as a Sanctuary City; and be it further
ORDERED: That the Neighborhood and Long Term Planning Committee facilitate these conversations.

O-19     May 1, 2006 AMENDED
COUNCILLOR SIMMONS
WHEREAS: There have been an extraordinary number of electricity outages in Area Four recently; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to ask for an immediate answer explaining why there are so many outages and that NSTAR meet with the neighbors and businesses in Area Four with a report back to the City Council; and be it further
ORDERED: That this matter be referred to the Cable TV, Telecommunications and Public Utilities Committee for a hearing to be held in Area Four; and be it further
ORDERED: That the City Electrician, NSTAR operations personnel and a representative from the Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Energy be invited to this meeting.

O-20     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: Our nation's Armed Forces have played a vital role in creating and sustaining the United States of America for over 230 years; and
WHEREAS: Our nation's Armed Forces have played a vital role in combating injustices throughout the world over the years; and
WHEREAS: May has been recognized as National Military Appreciation Month; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the Cambridge City Council go on record supporting the goals and objectives of National Military Appreciation Month; and be it further
RESOLVED: That Cambridge extend its thanks to the men and women who have served in our nation's Armed Forces in the past and who continue to serve in our Armed Forces today.

O-21     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
VICE MAYOR TOOMEY
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with the MBTA, the Commissioner of Public Works and the Commissioner of Inspectional Services with the view of accomplishing the repair of the chain link fencing following the CSX tracks between Cambridge Street and Hampshire Street as there are many children in this neighborhood who can get through the fence now.

O-22     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR MURPHY
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
ORDERED: That the City Council dedicate an appropriate site in honor of John Kenneth Galbraith; and be it further
ORDERED: That Assistant to the City Council be directed to confer with the family regarding a suitable dedication ceremony and communicate with the Department of Public Works to arrange for the sign.

O-23     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to instruct the Commissioner of Public Works to investigate the complaint of the unpleasant odor emanating from the sewers on Cambridge Street, particularly in the vicinity of Inman Square.

O-24     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
ORDERED: That the City Council goes on record commending the city staff for all the hard work on energy efficiency.

O-25     May 1, 2006
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
ORDERED: That the City Council go on record urging the City Manager to recognize the appropriate city staff who have worked on making Cambridge more energy efficient and who are helping Cambridge to meet the goal of reducing emissions.

TEXT OF COMMITTEE REPORTS
Committee Report #1
The Neighborhood and Long Term Planning Committee held a public meeting on Wednesday, April 19, 2006 at eight o’clock and fifty-five minutes a. m. in the Sullivan Chamber.

The purpose of the meeting was to discuss issues relating to the senior population as it relates to neighborhoods.

Present at the meeting were Councillor E. Denise Simmons, Chair of the Committee, Councillor Henrietta Davis, Councillor Michael Sullivan, Ellen Semonoff, Assistant City Manager for Human Services, Emma Watkins, Director, Citywide Senior Center, Eileen Ginnetty, Executive Director, Council on Aging, Susan Pacheco, Director of Client Services and Donna P. Lopez, Deputy City Clerk. Also present was Leroy Cragwell, 13 Hubbard Avenue, Phil Wellons, 651 Green Street and Vince Dixon, 1 Memorial Drive.

Councillor Simmons convened the meeting and explained the purpose. She wanted to discuss what was accomplished and the issues resulting from the senior town meeting that was held on October 2, 2004 and to see what are the next steps.

Councillor Davis stated that she would like Ms. Semonoff to discuss aging in place and to receive a report on this issue. There is a population that needs service, but not necessarily service from the city.

Councillor Simmons commented that she received complaints that some senior did not get the information about the senior town meeting. How can the seniors use the resources, she asked. Councillor Davis stated that 160 people attended the meeting who are interested in city services.

Ms. Semonoff reviewed the outcome of the senior town meeting. She distributed a copy of a letter sent by Councillor Simmons to the participants in the senior town meeting (ATTACHMENT A). A joint meeting of the Transportation, Traffic and Parking Committee and the Human Services Committee was held in January 12, 2005 (ATTACHMENT B). This joint meeting brought all city departments together to discuss how the city could best handle the issues. A list of the issues was distributed

(ATTACHMENT C). Steps were taken to address the issue of the intersection of Walden Street and Mass. Avenue and taxicabs at Porter Square. Ms. Pacheco stated that bus shelters were addressed. New busses are not accessible to seniors and there are not handholds. The MBTA addressed bus issues when the busses are stationery, but no when the busses are in motion commented Councillor Davis. She has heard of people who have broken bones on busses. This issue should be brought to the accessibility board because they approved the new busses. The T is looking for on-time service. Ms. Watkins stated that getting off of the busses is an issue because there is nothing to hold on to. Councillor Davis commented on seniors being hampered due to a baby carriage blocking the aisle. Councillor Simmons questioned what is the solution to the bus issue.

Ms. Semonoff discussed meals at the senior center. There was an issue of accessibility of this program to residents of East Cambridge. Ms. Ginnetty explained that access is provided to the residents of East End House. Ms. Pacheco informed the committee that the Director of the East End House has done outreach to the citywide senior center for residents to attend events at the citywide senior center. Monthly transportation is provided. The residents of the East End House are welcome to come to the senior center for activities, but have not come on a regular basis as a group. Ms. Watkins stated that outreach was begun to the East End House after the senior town meeting. Ms. Semonoff stated that East End House continues to build their senior program. East End House runs its own food pantry and actively encourages more seniors to participate in programs at the East End House.

The quality of the meals was discussed. Funding cut backs occurred because of the cost of meals and the seniors felt this impact. Councillor Davis asked if the meals were a healthier or a less healthy diet. Complaints were received from the seniors about the quality of the food. The seniors wanted the food vendor changed. Ms. Ginnetty explained that SCES switched food vendors. The Council on Aging has supplemented food at the senior events. The seniors are not complaining as much about the food with the COA ordering food for the parties. Ms. Semonoff informed the committee that the citywide senior center is planning to serve one meal per week at night. Councillor Simmons spoke about the quality of food at 55 Essex Street. Seniors at this location are opting out of the meal plan because of the quality of food. This service is run by the CHA elder services. The nutritional needs of the food need to be reviewed commented Councillor Simmons. There should be nutritional guidelines with federally funded programs. Students in Somerville are documenting with pictures what children are eating and what food is being thrown out in the schools stated Councillor Davis.

Ms. Watkins discussed the monthly newsletter. The newsletters are delivered in bulk to clinics and to the library. There are 4,000 sent out each month. The newsletter contains the schedule. The Chronicle and cable are used to get the word out to the community as well.

Ms. Watkins informed the committee that in May an open house will be held to outline the programs in an effort to reach the baby boomers. The committee now discussed aging in place.

Ms. Semonoff stated that there are 3-4 groups in the city that are looking at the issue that would serve the neighborhood and keep people in their homes and provide services. The city was contacted by the Agassiz Neighborhood Council, which received a grant to bring in Beacon Hill Villages to discuss their program. This issue is at the beginning stages of exploration. There were 160 people who attended this meeting to hear about the Beacon Hill Villages program. This was not a racially or economic diverse group. There is an annual membership fee as well as a fee for care services. The program contains a significant volunteer component. The city would host a follow up meeting and invite providers of services and organizations to get feedback. Persons fifty years and older are now being surveyed. The city would purchase a copy of the Beacon Hill Village Procedure Notebook for $300.

Councillor Davis spoke on the cost of membership. She is interested in the Beacon Hill Village model, but is not sure that the neighborhood wants this model. More exploring needed to be done. She urged asking the Cambridge Adult Center to have a series of seminars to get the senior population together to raise issues of concern. She would pursue the issue of Boston University students being an informal partner with SCES to help the aging in place issue.

A discussion ensued about having a Senior Fair where there would be tables set up with information. Ms. Semonoff suggested two meetings. One with panelists from agencies that would do a presentation and answer questions. Then a broader Senior Fair would be held. Councillor Simmons suggested holding the larger meeting outside the Senior Center, maybe at the universities. She also suggested using Senior Center, YMCA and Durrell Hall to keep the meeting in the area of the Senior Center. Ms. Semonoff suggested that the panel session should be held soon. Transportation is a big issue stated Councillor Davis. We are one community and there is division. The senior center is a diverse place commented Ms. Semonoff. A resource fair will bring the population currently served together with the newly interested population to explain of what the city could provide for them.

Councillor Simmons stated that resource fair is the way to go. She scheduled the next meeting for Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 8:30 a.m. to discuss the senior panel and the resource fair. Councillor Davis suggested that there should be a conversation on income guidelines. Means testing is needed because it is taxing the staff commented Councillor Sullivan. He spoke about the health care provided at the senior center. The increase in Medicare Part D has caused an increase in the seniors who use the health care at the senior center.

Councillor Simmons thanked those present for their participation.

The meeting adjourned at ten o’clock and twenty-five minutes a.m.

For the Committee,
Councillor E. Denise Simmons, Chair

Committee Report #2
The Cable TV, Telecommunications and Public Utilities Committee held a public meeting on Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at five o’clock and five minutes p. m. in the Sullivan Chamber.

The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the cost of municipal energy including city services and the School Department.

Present at the meeting were Councillor Henrietta Davis, Chair of the Committee; Councillor Michael A. Sullivan; Councillor Craig Kelley; City Manager Robert W. Healy; Deputy City Manager Richard Rossi; Assistant City Manager for Fiscal Affairs Louis DePasquale; Budget Director David Kale; Purchasing Agent Cynthia Griffin; Public Works Commissioner Lisa Peterson; Public Works Department Fiscal Director Ellen Katz; City Electrician George Fernandes; Emergency Communications Director George Fosque; Community Development Environmental Planner John Bolduc; Managing Director Water Department Sam Corda; Fred Centanni, Water Department; School Department Chief Operating Officer James Maloney; and Deputy City Clerk Donna P. Lopez. Also present were Bill Zamparelli, NSTAR; Chad Laurent, Manager, Mass. Energy; John Francis, Cambridge Climate Commission; Fred Schlicher, Mass. Climate Action Network (MCAN); Nigoghos Atinizian, 545 Concord Avenue; Sue Butler, 14 Clinton Street; Karen Carmean, 1657 Cambridge Street; and Eva Moseley, 361 Mt. Auburn Street.

Councillor Davis convened the meeting and stated the purpose. Introductions were made. Councillor Davis requested the City Manager to make a presentation.

City Manager Healy distributed a document on energy information (ATTACHMENT A). City department have done work since fiscal year 2003 on energy. An interdepartmental task force was created to identify energy efficiency improvements within city facilities. The work is described in the attachment. Buildings where energy studies were performed are contained in the attachment. Electricity and natural gas have been bid. The current price of electricity is $.06 per kilowatt-hour. The contract with TransCanada will expire in January 2007. In January 2007 the price will increase to $.09 creating a 50% price increase. The bid price for electricity is now $.11 or $.12 per kilowatt-hour. The short-term price for natural gas is $.88 per therm. The NSTAR distribution fee is $.30 per therm. Gas prices have been locked in at $1.47 per gallon. The city pays the state tax on gas. It is estimated that the price for gas for fiscal year will be $1.96 per gallon. Gas and diesel prices will be re-bid because the contract ends on June 30, 2006. The fiscal year 07 budget has consolidated energy costs in an effort to make it easier to track. The city is developing specifications to bid an energy advisor contract with the goal to reducing energy consumption and cost, to assist the city in instituting uniform standards for all departments and to build capacity for city staff to manage energy consumption effectively. Other initiatives are the HVAC systems, converting the traffic lights to LED and NSTAR rebates and purchasing policy established. The LED project is a year ahead of schedule. He highlighted the budget-to- budget and the budget-to-project percentages for electricity, natural gas and gasoline/diesel found on page sixteen of the attachment. On page seven of the attachment the buildings are broken out by electricity, gas and oil consumption. The Public Works Garage is the most expensive because the doors open and close during storms. HVAC work will be done at City Hall. Work at the Senior Center will be done in the summer. Councillor Sullivan asked if the HVAC system at the Senior Center was a new system when renovated. Mr. Rossi responded that the system was upgraded. Mr. Healy discussed the square footage cost for energy use in city buildings. The national average for commercial buildings is $2.12 per square foot. Resources should be spent in large buildings like City Hall. At this time Mr. Healy turned the meeting over to Mr. Maloney to discuss the schools.

Mr. Maloney stated that a capital needs assessment is being done for the schools. He cited work being needed on the High School, HVAC, roof work and the War Memorial. The amount from the SBA will remain the same. Councillor Davis asked what is the effect of energy on the capital cost. Mr. Maloney responded that he did not have this information. Page four of the attachment contained the energy consumption for the city and the schools for fiscal year 06. Councillor Davis stated that she is interested in efficiency, emissions and renewable energy. How is the city doing on efficiency as it relates to city and school projects. The total reduction of CO2 is 2,085,189 pounds at a cost of $l89, 000 responded Mr. Healy. Councillor Davis asked how is the city doing comparing with the goal to reduce emissions by 20% of 1990 level by 2010. Mr. Bolduc stated that there is no comparison at this time. The new system will have the capacity to track green house gases stated Mr. Healy. The tracking system is a big achievement commented Mr. Bolduc.

Councillor Kelley inquired if the city has a policy where lights are replaced with more efficient lights. Mr. Fernandes responded that he works with NSTAR to do an energy efficient light report. New buildings have smart lights planned stated Mr. Rossi.

At five o’clock and fifty minutes p. m. Councillor Davis opened the meeting to public comment.

Chad Laurent commented on the cost of 1% renewable energy at $27,000. This price is a high price for kilowatt-hours of energy. The city needs information from TransCanada on where the energy is coming from and on the price for megawatt hours. Mr. Healy commented that the city is locked into the contract with TransCanada.

Karen Carmean suggested that the students use math skills and prepare an energy audit for presentation to the School Department of the energy savings. This is a viable thing to do. She encouraged the School Department to do this project. She applauded the work done in the report distributed by the City Manager.

John Francis wanted a prior base on which to measure and then get a percentage from this base. There is no information on the measure of square footage of space. Councillor Davis stated that the information on the square footage of space is in the attachment on pages eight and eighteen. The impact will be seen this year in the budget stated Mr. Healy. The city needs a baseline and with the system there will be a fiscal year 06 baseline. Ms. Katz spoke about the numerous bills and the various departments who paid these bills.

Bill Zamparelli recognized the good work done by Ellen Katz by using the NSTAR Rebate Program. He suggested that bills should be consolidated. Ms. Katz stated that the city is consolidating the bills. Councillor Davis asked if there is any other NSTAR Program that the city should know about. Mr. Zamparelli spoke about the machinery at the Pump House. An energy scope study is being done by the Cambridge Water Department stated Mr. Healy. Mr. Zamparelli suggested checking the NSTAR web site for programs. Energy Fairs are held and one was held in Cambridge. NSTAR notifies the customer of record. Councillor Davis commented on a NSTAR Program that gives compact fluorescent lights (CFL) to non-profit agencies. The Boy Scouts are given as many light bulbs as they can sell. She asked if NSTAR changed the light bulbs in City Hall. Mr. Zamparelli stated that the light bulbs in the Mayor’s Office were changed. Councillor Kelley asked if all lights have been replaced with CFL’s. Mr. Healy responded that the city is moving in this direction. Mr. Fernandes stated that the replacement depends on the light fixture. Councillor Davis asked if incandescent lights were being replaced with CFL. Mr. Fernandes responded in the affirmative. Councillor Kelley asked if bulbs were swapped out when replaced. Mr. Fernandes stated that the city replaces lights and fixtures on a 3-5 year cycle. Councillor Davis asked if the sconces in the Sullivan Chamber were energy efficient lighting. Mr. Fernandes responded in the negative. This issue must be discussed with the Historical Commission. Councillor Kelley asked if the lighting in the schools was changed. Mr. Maloney responded in the affirmative.

Mr. Schlicher asked if the additional 1% renewable energy from TransCanada qualified for MTC grants for renewable RECs. Mr. Bolduc stated that only one product qualified for the matching grant. TransCanada needs to get their product certified.

John Francis spoke about incentives. Incentives help to reach the goal. Energy incentives need to be put into dollars and cents. Mr. Rossi spoke about developing an environmental award to recognize employees who have helped the city reach the goal.

Councillor Davis asked when would the Energy Advisor be on board. In the fall responded Mr. Healy. Councillor Kelley questioned the contract being a one-year contract. Capacity exists in house with Mr. Bolduc and Ms. Katz stated Mr. Healy. The Energy Advisor will work for the city and the schools. Mr. Rossi spoke about a commission agent consultant. This consultant challenges the Energy Advisor.

Councillor Davis asked what are the most promising future projects. Mr. Healy responded employee behavior as it relates to lights, computers and instituting automation to prevent human failure. Redesigning and constructing buildings with an alternative heat source will provide savings; but life cycles need to be reviewed. Councillor Davis stated that from NSTAR’s perspective machinery motors needed to be reviewed.

Councillor Davis stated that this is a huge commitment on the part of the city. The news is not good about global warming. The 100-year storm in Cambridge will find Cambridge and the subway under water. It is possible to make these kinds of changes. It is a matter of changing one light bulb at a time.

Councillors Davis and Kelley submitted the following motion:
RESOLVED: That the City Council goes on record commending the city staff for all the hard work on energy efficiency

The motion carried.

Councillors Davis and Kelley submitted the following motion:
ORDERED: That the City Council go on record urging the City Manager to recognize the appropriate city staff who have worked on making Cambridge more energy efficient and who are helping Cambridge to meet the goal of reducing emissions.

The motion carried.

Councillor Davis and Councillor Kelley thanked those present for their attendance.

The meeting adjourned at six o’clock and fifteen minutes p. m.

For the Committee,
Councillor Henrietta Davis, Chair