Cambridge City Council meeting - October 18, 2010

Cambridge City Council meeting - October 18, 2010 - AGENDA

CITY MANAGER’S AGENDA
1. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appointment of David F. Meyer as a Constable Without Power for a term of three years, effective the first day of January, 2010.

2. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to Awaiting Report Item Number 10-137, regarding a report on increasing police patrols in the area of Antrim Street.

3. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to Awaiting Report Item Number 10-139, regarding a report on the status of the Health Parks & Playgrounds Advisory Committee.

4. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of the Friends of the Community Learning Center (CLC) grant funded by the Cambridge Community Foundation under their Immigrant Initiative in the amount of $30,000 to the Grant Fund Human Service Programs Salary and Wages account ($27,602) and to the Grant Fund Human Service Programs Other Ordinary Maintenance account ($2,398), which will be used to support two intermediate ESOL classes.

5. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of the Mount Auburn Hospital Grant in the amount of $15,565 to the Grant Fund Human Services Salary and Wages account ($14,725) and to the Grant Fund Human Services Other Ordinary Maintenance account ($840) which will be used to support two ESOL classes and its related services for employees at the Mount Auburn Hospital provided by the Community Learning Center.

6. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of the Project Bread Food Pantry grant received from the Project Bread organization for $7,225 to the Grant Fund Human Services Other Ordinary Maintenance account to pay for purchases at the Greater Boston Food Bank, other food purchases for our Senior Food Pantry, as well as food for senior activities and events at the Senior Center.

7. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the transfer of $40,000 from the Employee Benefits Salary and Wages account (health insurance) to the Human Services Department Travel and Training account (judgment and damages) to cover current and anticipated medical services/prescription costs and workers compensation lump sum settlement costs for employees injured during the performance of their work duties.

8. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of the Terrascope Youth Radio Program Grant from MIT through the National Science Foundation in the amount of $106,400 into the grant fund Human Service Programs Salary and Wages account ($66,000) and to the grant fund Human Service Programs Other Ordinary Maintenance account ($40,400) which will allow teens at the Area IV Youth Center to continue developing radio programming on environmental science, including researching, writing and producing stories to be broadcast.

9. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of a grant from Sprint/Nextel for $27,994.50 to the Grant Fund Fire Extraordinary Expenditures account to purchase radio equipment that will improve both Police and Fire frequencies in the Vassar Street area.

10. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council for $5,200 to the Grant Fund Historical Salaries and Wages account ($3,200) and to the Grant Fund Historical Other Ordinary Maintenance account ($2,000), which will primarily fund an archives assistant who provides support for on-going maintenance of the Commission's public archive as well as assisting members of the public with research requests and will also fund programming support for special events.

11. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of the Low Income Heating Assistance Program grant for $987,795 funded by the Federal Department of Health and Human Services and administered in Massachusetts by the Commonwealth's Department of Housing and Community Development to the Grant Fund Human Service Programs Salary and Wages account ($230,340) and to the Grant Fund Human Service Programs Other Ordinary Maintenance account ($755,955) and to the Grant Fund Human Service Programs Travel and Training account ($1,500) which will be used to operates the Low Income Heating Assistance Program (LIHEAP) serving Cambridge and Somerville.

12. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of a grant from the MetroNorth Regional Employment Board for $95,185 to the Grant Fund Human Service Programs Salary and Wages account ($50,000) and to the Grant Fund Human Service Programs Other Ordinary Maintenance account ($45,185) and will be used to reimburse the City for salary costs associated with enrolling additional income-eligible youth in the Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program and to support program costs for work sites taking large numbers of youth and developing worksites for youth participants.

13. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appointment of the following persons as members of the Kids' Council:
Sally Benbasset - Community-at-Large (3-year term)
Jessica Daniels - Community-at-Large (3-year term)
Humbi Song - Community-at-Large (3-year term)
Barbara R. Kibler - Specific Areas (1-year term)

14. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to Awaiting Report Item Number 10-92, regarding a report on improvements to City parking lot #8.

15. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council for $16,350 to the Grant Fund Public Celebrations (Arts Council) Other Ordinary Maintenance account and will be used to provide mini-grants to artists, arts organizations and community groups in Cambridge.

ON THE TABLE
1. A communication was received from D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk, transmitting a copy of the referral of Order Number 15 of Dec 21, 2009, regarding increasing the amount of public information about elections while the election is in progress, to the 2010-2011 City Council. [Communications and Reports from City Officers #1 of Jan 11, 2010 Placed on Table.]

2. That the City Manager is requested to restore funding for School Department clerical positions until a proper and negotiated process can be achieved with the Cambridge School Department and Unions representing the employees, and to report back to the City Council on the progress. [Order Number Fourteen of Apr 26, 2010 Placed on Table. May 10, 2010 Councillor Kelley made a motion to take from the table motion failed 2-7-0 remains on Table. Sept 13, 2010 Councillor Kelley made a motion to take from the table motion failed 4-4-1 remains on Table. Sept 27, 2010 Councillor Kelley made a motion to take from the table motion failed 3-5-1 remains on Table.]

3. Transmitting communication from Robert W. Healy, City Manager, relative to Awaiting Report Item Number 10-32, regarding a report on issues with the development of the former St. John's property site. [Charter Right exercised on City Manager Agenda Item Number Eighteen of May 24, 2010. Placed on Table June 7, 2010.]

4. An application was received from Tony LaVita, requesting permission for a curb cut at the premises numbered 68 Middlesex Street; said petition has received approval from Inspectional Services, Traffic, Parking and Transportation, Historical and Public Works. No response has been received from the neighborhood association. [Applications and Petitions Number Ten Of June 7, 2010 Placed on Table.]

UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5. Reconsideration filed by Councillor Toomey on the affirmative vote taken on Sept 13, 2010 to refer to the Ordinance Committee and to pass to a second reading a proposed amendment to the Municipal code that would increase the residential parking sticker fee. [Charter Right exercised by Councillor Toomey on City Manager Agenda Item Number Thirty-Six of Aug 2, 2010. On Sept 13, 2010 motion of Vice Mayor Davis to refer to Ordinance Committee and Passage to a second reading on roll call 7-1-1. Sept 27, 2010 no action taken on reconsideration. Affirmative vote taken Sept 13, 2010 to refer to Ordinance Committee and to pass to a second reading on proposed amendment to the Municipal Code that would increase the residential parking sticker fee effective as of Sept 13, 2010.] The question comes on passing to be ordained on or after Oct 11, 2010.
Ordained 8-1 [Toomey voted NO] - Ordinance #1336

COMMUNICATIONS
1. A communication was received from United States Senator Scott P. Brown, transmitting thanks for sharing the resolution supported by the City Council regarding the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act of 2009 (S. 729).

2. A communication was received from John Pitkin, Chair, Cambridge Climate Emergency Action Group, regarding permits that may be requested for development in and adjacent to the Silver Maple Forest in Belmont and Cambridge.

3. A communication was received from Carolyn Shipley, 15 Laurel Street, regarding the Gilmore Street trees.

4. A communication was received from Carolyn Shipley, 15 Laurel Street, regarding a policy order on flyers.

5. A communication was received from Massachusetts Department of Transportation, transmitting a traffic advisory that all inbound travel lanes on Route 28 southbound will close at the intersection of Land Boulevard starting Nov 6th as part of the Craigie Drawbridge Rehabilitation Project Phase I.

6. A communication was received from State Representative William N. Brownsberger, transmitting thanks for the resolution expressing opposition to the plans for using the Grand Junction Rail Line for passenger trains.

7. A communication was received from Gregg Moree, encouraging a meeting to take place in February at City Hall to discuss immediate and long-term job opportunities for resident of Cambridge.

8. A communication was received from Richard McKinnon, The McKinnon Company, transmitting additional information on the Richard McKinnon, et al. Zoning Petition.

9. A communication was received from Bill Forster, 244 Lexington Avenue, regarding the sign ordinance.

RESOLUTIONS
1. Retirement of Anna T. Sullivan from the School Department. Mayor Maher

2. Retirement of Arlene Calvert from the School Department. Mayor Maher

3. Congratulations to Marietta Sbraccia on her retirement. Councillor Simmons

4. Congratulations to Marjorie Hurst on her retirement from the Springfield School Committee in 2009. Councillor Simmons

5. Retirement of Diane Greenleaf from the Cambridge Hospital. Mayor Maher

6. Resolution on the death of Eleanor D. (Grossi) Arancio. Mayor Maher

7. Resolution on the death of Mary R. (Richards) Cyr. Mayor Maher

8. Resolution on the death of Mildred (Chicariello) DiCarlo. Councillor Toomey

9. Congratulations to Leonidas Kontothanassis on being featured in the Boston Globe article "Putting Innovation to Work." Councillor Cheung

10. Congratulations to Una Ryan on recently being featured in the Boston Globe article "Putting Innovation to Work." Councillor Cheung

11. Congratulations to Brian Halligan on recently being featured in the Boston Globe article "Putting Innovation to Work." Councillor Cheung

12. Congratulations to Sam White on recently being featured in the Boston Globe article "Putting Innovation to Work." Councillor Cheung

13. Congratulations to Elon Boms on recently being featured in the Boston Globe article "Putting Innovation to Work." Councillor Cheung

14. Congratulations to Tian Wen on the occasion of being recently elected as class marshal for the Harvard graduating class of 2011. Councillor Cheung

15. Congratulations to Tobias S. Stein on the occasion of being recently elected as class marshal for the Harvard graduating class of 2011. Councillor Cheung

16. Congratulations to Samuel Novey on the occasion of being recently elected as class marshal for the Harvard graduating class of 2011. Councillor Cheung

17. Congratulations to Vidya B. Viswanathan on the occasion of being recently elected as class marshal for the Harvard graduating class of 2011. Councillor Cheung

18. Congratulations to Talal M. Alhammad on the occasion of being recently elected as class marshal for the Harvard graduating class of 2011. Councillor Cheung

19. Congratulations to Moira E. Forberg on the occasion of being recently elected as class marshal for the Harvard graduating class of 2011. Councillor Cheung

20. Congratulations to Kurt Tsuo on the occasion of being recently elected as class marshal for the Harvard graduating class of 2011. Councillor Cheung

21. Congratulations to Robert G.B. Long on the occasion of being recently elected as class marshal for the Harvard graduating class of 2011. Councillor Cheung

22. Congratulations to Cut It Out Cambridge on being honored with a Bright Idea award from the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at the JFK School of Government. Councillor Cheung

23. Congratulations to Alexandra Detjens for her work with Cut It Out Cambridge who was honored with a Bright Idea award from the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at the JFK School of Government. Councillor Cheung

24. Congratulations to Savvy Salon for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

25. Congratulations to Creation-N-Hair salon for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

26. Congratulations to Marabou Salon for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

27. Congratulations to Rio De Janeiro Unisex Salon for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

28. Congratulations to Simply Erinn's salon for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

29. Congratulations to Hair-Co. salon for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

30. Congratulations to MK the Hair Studio for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

31. Congratulations to Salon Bella Mar for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

32. Congratulations to Le Petit Salon for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

33. Congratulations to Omni Hair for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

34. Congratulations to Salon Bellissima for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

35. Congratulations to Alfred Harvard Square Salon for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

36. Congratulations to Leonard Stephen Salon for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

37. Congratulations to Plan B Cut and Color Boutique for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

38. Congratulations to Salon Pini for participating in the domestic violence prevention initiative Cut It Out Cambridge. Councillor Cheung

39. Congratulations to Erica Field on being named the 2010 recipient of the Elaine Bennett Research Prize. Councillor Cheung

40. Congratulations to FOP62 on being honored by the Green Mountain Club of Vermont with their "Group of the Year Volunteer Award." Councillor Cheung

41. Congratulations to the Cambridge School for Cambodia on their hard work and dedication to education. Councillor Decker

42. Congratulations to the Science Club for Girls on receiving the MetLife After-school Innovator Award. Mayor Maher, Councillor Seidel

43. Congratulations to Professor Peter Diamond of MIT on being awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics. Mayor Maher

44. Congratulations to Anita I. Brown and Filbert "Steven" Davis on their recent marriage. Vice Mayor Davis

45. Congratulations to Suzanna Black and Jim Barton on receiving the 2010 Fresh Pond Stewardship Award. Vice Mayor Davis

46. Resolution on the death of Genevieve Trio. Mayor Maher

47. Resolution on the death of Manuel Ferreira Amaral. Councillor Toomey

48. Congratulations to the African Ballet of Boston on their upcoming performance on Oct 23, 2010 at 8:00pm at the Dance Complex. Councillor Decker

49. Congratulations to Chef Peter Davis of Henrietta's Table for being named Sustainer of the Year by Chef's Collaborative. Mayor Maher

50. Congratulations to the YWCA of Cambridge for receiving a $10,000 grant from the TB Charitable Foundation. Mayor Maher

51. Congratulations to the Harvard Square Business Association on its successful 2010 Oktoberfest and Honk Festival. Councillor Reeves

52. Retirement of Lester Sullivan from the Cambridge Police Department. Mayor Maher

53. Welcome to the participants of The Cambridge-Yerevan Sister City Association 19th training program for professionals from Armenia. Mayor Maher

54. Happy Birthday wishes to Pierce Haley. Councillor Decker

55. Resolution on the death of William Holland Walsh. Councillor Reeves, Councillor Decker, Mayor Maher

56. Congratulations to 2010 YWCA honoree Zina Thompson, owner of Zina's Hair Salon. Councillor Simmons, Mayor Maher

57. Congratulations to 2010 YWCA honoree Evelyn Hammonds, Dean of Harvard College. Councillor Simmons, Mayor Maher

58. Congratulations to 2010 YWCA honoree Evette Layne, Director of MIT-Wellesley Upward Bound Program. Councillor Simmons, Mayor Maher

59. Congratulations to 2010 YWCA honoree Kathryn Ragsdale, Dean of the Episcopal Divinity School. Councillor Simmons, Mayor Maher

60. Congratulations to 2010 YWCA honoree Margaret "Mardi" Moran, owner of Tags Hardware. Councillor Simmons, Mayor Maher

61. Congratulations to 2010 YWCA honoree Nancy Hurlbut, Playwright, Actor and Ritired Teacher. Councillor Simmons, Mayor Maher

62. Congratulations to 2010 YWCA honoree Ambassador Swanee Hunt, President of Hunt Alternatives. Councillor Simmons, Mayor Maher

63. Congratulations to 2010 YWCA honoree Valarie Ifill, founding member and Director of Reaching Out About Depression, ROAD. Councillor Simmons, Mayor Maher

64. Condolences to Paul Parravano on the death of his mother. Mayor Maher, Councillor Simmons

65. Resolution on the death of Francis C. Burke. Mayor Maher

66. Congratulations to Dennis and Kerry Collins on the occasion of their recent wedding. Mayor Maher

67. Congratulating the East Cambridge Business Association Coordinators Carl Fantasia, Patrick McGee and Jason Alves on a successful Rib Fest Event. Councillor Toomey

68. Congratulating Worshipful Grand Master Anthony Jakes. Councillor Simmons

ORDERS
1. That the City Council meeting of Mon, Nov 29, 2010 be and hereby is cancelled. Mayor Maher

2. That the City Manager is requested to direct the Police Department and the Traffic, Parking and Transportation Department to look into the safety issues at the intersection of Cedar Street and Harvey Street and report back to the City Council with a course of action. Councillor Cheung

3. That the City Manager is requested to communicate with relevant department heads to formulate a policy for the timely dissemination of accurate information during high-profile incidents. Councillor Kelley, Councillor Seidel and Councillor Simmons

4. That the City Manager is requested to report back to the City Council on whether there was an agreement by the Museum of Science to build a walkway behind the museum for pedestrians to use to traverse along the Charles River towards the Craigie Dam and if there was such an agreement, what is the current status of both the agreement and any relevant project. Councillor Kelley

5. That the City Manager is requested to review the bench/park area in Central Square on the side of the First Baptist Church and indicate a plan of action that will address the safety issues. Councillor Reeves

6. That the City Manager is requested to review the sidewalk situation in front of 149 Hancock Street and report back to the City Council on when this sidewalk will be repaired. Councillor Reeves
Amended

7. That the City Manager is requested to review the conditions of the pocket park at the corner of Western Avenue and Pleasant Street and indicate a plan for monitoring conditions at this site. Councillor Reeves

8. That the City Manager is requested to confer with the Acting Assistant City Manager for the Community Development Department to identify a well qualified consultant to assist with determining the desired future course of overall development in Kendall Square and Central Square. Councillor Reeves
Amended

9. That the Roundtable meeting scheduled for Oct 25, 2010 be cancelled and that a regular City Council meeting be held in its place. Councillor Seidel and Councillor Toomey

10. That the City Manager is requested to confer with the Commissioner of Public Works to consider the residents request that the trees be trimmed and pruned for more light and safety. Councillor Reeves
Amended

11. That the City Manager is requested to confer with the Commissioner of Public Works to repair all broken play structures at the Hurley Street Tot Lot and to report back with the maintenance schedule at that park. Councillor Toomey

COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. A communication was received from D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk, transmitting a report from Councillor Sam Seidel and Councillor Timothy J. Toomey, Jr., Co-Chairs of the Ordinance Committee, for a meeting held on Sept 14, 2010 to consider a petition filed by Richard McKinnon, et al. to amend the Zoning Ordinance and Map in the North Point PUD-6 District.
Passed to 2nd Reading

2. A communication was received from Donna P. Lopez, Deputy City Clerk, transmitting a report from Councillor Leland Cheung, Chair of the Economic Development, Training and Employment Committee, for a meeting held on Sept 21, 2010 to discuss place-making strategies for Kendall Square.

HEARING SCHEDULE
Mon, Oct 18
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Oct 19
6:00pm School Committee Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Wed, Oct 20
6:00pm The Public Safety Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss a report on the impact of decriminalization of marijuana possession. (Sullivan Chamber)

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

Wed, Oct 27
5:30pm The Cable TV, Telecommunications and Public Utilities Committee will conduct a public meeting to discuss with NSTAR the policy for replacing gas meters in residential properties containing asbestos; power outages; progress on the state energy efficiency plan and any other matters that may properly come before the committee. (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Nov 1
5:00pm Special Presentation of the Cambridge Healthy Workplace Awards (Sullivan Chamber)
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

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

Mon, Nov 15
5:30pm Roundtable Meeting with the School Committee. No public comment. No votes will be taken. Meeting will not be televised. (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Nov 16
6:00pm School Committee Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Nov 22
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Nov 29
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Dec 6
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Dec 7
6:00pm School Committee Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Dec 13
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Dec 14
6:00pm School Committee Budget Retreat (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Dec 20
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Dec 21
6:00pm School Committee Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Dec 27
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Jan 3
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Jan 4
6:00pm School Committee Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Jan 10
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Jan 11
6:00pm School Committee Roundtable Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Jan 18
6:00pm School Committee Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Jan 24
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Jan 31
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Feb 1
6:00pm School Committee Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

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

Tues, Feb 8
6:00pm School Committee Budget Retreat (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Feb 14
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Tues, Feb 15
6:00pm School Committee Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

Mon, Feb 28
5:30pm City Council Meeting (Sullivan Chamber)

TEXT OF ORDERS
O-1 Oct 18, 2010
MAYOR MAHER
WHEREAS: The National League of Cities Conference will be held Nov 30 - Dec 4, 2010; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Council meeting of Mon, Nov 29, 2010 be and hereby is cancelled.

O-2 Oct 18, 2010
COUNCILLOR CHEUNG
WHEREAS: It has come to the attention of the City Council that residents are concerned about speeding on Harvey Street; and
WHEREAS: On Oct 13, 2010, two cars crashed at the intersection of Cedar Street and Harvey Street and the crash flipped one of the cars on its roof; and
WHEREAS: Every rush hour, residents have noticed that commuters speed down Harvey Street as a short cut to Rindge Avenue; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to direct the Police Department and the Traffic, Parking and Transportation Department to look into the safety issues at the intersection of Cedar Street and Harvey Street and report back to the City Council with a course of action.

O-3 Oct 18, 2010
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
COUNCILLOR SEIDEL
COUNCILLOR SIMMONS
WHEREAS: The City Council has recently reviewed the report, "Missed Opportunities, Shared Responsibilities: Final Report of the Cambridge Review Committee," also commonly referred to as the Gates Report; and
WHEREAS: One of the report's recommendations focused on "sharing information about high-profile incidents," specifically that "the police should work with elected and appointed government officials to develop protocols for the timely dissemination of accurate information about incidents that generate great public interest"; therefore be it
WHEREAS: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to communicate with relevant department heads to formulate a policy for the timely dissemination of accurate information during high-profile incidents including, but not limited to, incidents involving police; and be it further
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to report back to the City Council with the draft policy; and be it further
ORDERED: That this matter be referred to the Government Operations & Rules Committee for further consideration and review.

O-4 Oct 18, 2010
COUNCILLOR KELLEY
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to report back to the City Council on whether there was an agreement by the Museum of Science to build a walkway behind the museum for pedestrians to use to traverse along the Charles River towards the Craigie Dam and if there was such an agreement, what is the current status of both the agreement and any relevant project.

O-5 Oct 18, 2010
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: There is an attractive bench/park area in Central Square on the side of the First Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS: Three foot tall weeds have grown up through the benches and overgrown the tree wells. The tree wells have also been seriously neglected despite having been identified as needing immediate attention; and
WHEREAS: Neighbors of this bench area have noted that in the winter during snowstorms the heavily traversed area is not shoveled and many people slip, slide and fall. Neighbors would like to see this area salted to prevent ice building; and
WHEREAS: Neighbors also say that this bench area/park previously had two trash receptacles that they would like to see returned so there will be less debris in the area; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to review this area and indicate a plan of action that will address the several conditions referenced in this order.

O-6 Oct 18, 2010 Amended
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: In front of 148 Hancock Street there is a sinking brick sidewalk which residents say they have brought to the attention of the Department of Public Works to no avail; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to review the sidewalk situation and report back to the City Council on when this sidewalk will be repaired.

O-7 Oct 18, 2010
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: There is a corner pocket park at the corner of Western Avenue and Pleasant Street; and
WHEREAS: There is a bench at this location where individuals leave empty alcohol bottles, trash and other debris; and
WHEREAS: This intersection also has a fair amount of overgrown weeds; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to review the aforementioned conditions and indicate a plan for monitoring conditions at this site.

O-8 Oct 18, 2010 Amended
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: MIT has expressed its desire to build a major mixed use retail/office complex in Kendall Square; and
WHEREAS: Kendall Square has also been discussed by local developers as an area that should be twice as dense as it currently is; and
WHEREAS: Neither the City of Cambridge, nor the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority, have taken a comprehensive look at Kendall Square development in some time; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with the Acting Assistant City Manager for the Community Development Department to identify a well qualified consultant to assist with determining the desired future course of overall development in Kendall Square and Central Square. It is particularly important that the City immediately think through the overall impact of a significant MIT project in Kendall Square and Central Square; and be it further
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to obtain from Forest City/MIT their plans for the All Asia block and the site acquired by Novartis; and be it further
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to report back to the Economic Development, Training and Employment Committee with regard to these matters; and be it further
ORDERED: That the Mayor be and hereby is requested to schedule a meeting with MIT and the City Council to discuss development of Kendall and Central Squares.

O-9 Oct 18, 2010
COUNCILLOR SEIDEL
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
ORDERED: That the Roundtable meeting scheduled for Oct 25, 2010 be canceled and that a regular City Council meeting be held in its place.

O-10 Oct 18, 2010 Amended
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: Residents of Howard Street at the end near Kinnaird Street and residents of Winter Street indicate that the street is very dark in the evenings due to the overgrowth of trees covering the street lights; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with the Commissioner of Public Works to consider the residents request that the trees be trimmed and pruned for more light and safety.

O-11 Oct 18, 2010
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: The Hurley Street Tot Lot is in disrepair and is in need of proper and immediate maintenance attention; now therefore be it
ORDERED: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to confer with the Commissioner of Public Works to repair all broken play structures at the Hurley Street Tot Lot and to report back with the maintenance schedule at that park.

TEXT OF COMMITTEE REPORTS
Committee Report #1
The Ordinance Committee held a public hearing on Tues, Sept 14, 2010 beginning at 5:01pm in the Sullivan Chamber. The purpose of the hearing was to consider a petition filed by Richard McKinnon, et al. to amend the Zoning Ordinance and Map in the North Point PUD-6 District (Attachment A).

Present at the hearing were Councillor Sam Seidel and Councillor Toomey, Co-Chairs of the Committee; Mayor David P. Maher; Councillor Henrietta Davis; City Clerk D. Margaret Drury; Susan Glazer, Acting Assistant City Manager for Community Development; Lester Barber, Director of Zoning and Land Use Planning, Community Development Department (CDD); and Stuart Dash, Director of Community and Neighborhood Planning, CDD.

Councillor Toomey convened the hearing and explained the purpose. He invited the petitioners to present the petition.

Richard McKinnon, 1 Leighton Place, North Point, described the purpose of the petition. He said the petition seeks to amend the zoning to enable the EF Company to expand in Cambridge. Mr. McKinnon said that they have met with community members. The have the support of the East Cambridge Planning Team. If the proposed amendment is ordained and the project goes forward, he will continue to meet with community members. He emphasized that the only purpose of the proposed zoning is to allow the EF Company to grow. There is no desire to undo the previous work done to arrive at the current North Point zoning.

Mr. McKinnon said that nearly 20 years ago after Dean Stratouly on behalf of the Congress Group bought the Federal Distillers building site at North Point, EF was the first company to come to North Point and EF really got the new North Point started. EF is a great company, one of the largest providers of educational services and now needs additional space for their Cambridge operations. They would like to stay in North Point but they need space by September 2012. He introduced Martha Dooley, CEO of EF.

Ms. Dooley said that EF was founded in 1965 in Sweden by Bertil Hult, a Swedish dyslexic young entrepreneur. He was convinced that there was a better way to learn, especially languages and especially English. He took several Swedish students to England to learn English, and that was the start of EF. From that beginning with two employees to nearly 1,000 employees in Cambridge, and over 29,000 employees, teachers and volunteers with offices and schools in more than 50 countries. Since 1987 EF's North American headquarters has been in Cambridge. They started at 1 Memorial Driv e and then broke ground at North Point in 1995 as the pioneers at North Point. Ms. Dooley then described EF's environmental awareness and corporate citizenship ideals, and their hope to continue to be members of the Cambridge community.

Dean Stratouly, CEO of the Congress Group, emphasized that EF is a great company and a very important part of the community. EF has grown dramatically and is now in a position to double its size in Cambridge. He stressed that this proposal is for a Cambridge corporation, not for a real estate developer. Mr. Stratouly said that there are several other regulatory requirements and processes that they will face in making a new headquarters building, including MEPA (Massachusetts Environmental Protection) review and the Special Permit application and review by the Planning Board.

Attorney Richard Rudman, DLA Piper, LLP, 33 Arch Street, Boston, then described the proposed zoning changes and submitted written descriptions and graphic representations of the proposal (Attachment B). He stated that the site proposed for the new building has always been considered as a potential development site. It is next to the MWRA sewage transfer station and highway ramps. It also abuts the State-owned open space that comprises a large portion of the Charles River Basin Master Plan open space.

Attorney Rudman said that the proposal contains three substantive amendments. One of these proposals is an amendment of Section 13.74.3 to increase the present allowed height of 65 to 85 feet to 150 feet for the land northeast of the intersection of the Gilmore Bridge and North Point Boulevard and Charlestown Avenue to the Cambridge Boston boundary, which would provide a 150 feet height limitation for all of the area described in 13.74.3(1)(a), east of the Gilmore Bridge.

Another significant amendment would amend section 13.73 to allow the planning by special permit to waive the requirement for 35% of all development projects to be residential and allow 100% commercial where the development project consists of one building.

The third substantive amendment would exempt developments within the area described in 13.74.3(1)(a) from the requirement that any building higher than 65 feet which is located within fifty feet of public open space be set back 10 feet from the façade of the floor below for each floor above 65 feet, or alternatively, be set back 20 feet from the façade of the building at a height of 65 feet for all floors above 65feet.

Attorney Rudman explained that all of these proposals are designed to enable EF to attain the amount of area required for its program needs and all would be subject to design scrutiny in the Planning Board's special permit process. He said that the proposal includes other less substantive changes, which relate to the way that open space is provided. The Zoning Ordinance already provides that the open space requirement can be partially met by dedicated open space provided by the City. Here the State is willing to enter into a contract with the City to keep 35,000 feet of additional land owned by the State as open space in perpetuity, including land around the project building. However, a change to 13.74.2 is required because right now the land must be dedicated before the application for a special permit can be submitted, and the timing will not work unless the requirement is changed to dedication of the open space before a building permit is issued. Additionally, there is a change to the minimum development parcel as it applies to this particular area, because the parcel size is less than 100,000 square feet and the alternative way of satisfying the provision would require inclusion of 75% of the state-owned land at North Point which is neither possible nor desirable for the public good.

Councillor Toomey then invited questions and comments from members of the City Council.

Councillor Cheung said that he is very excited that EF wants to expand in Cambridge. He said that he would be interested in seeing some connection of EF with the Community Learning Center, which is over-subscribed.

Vice Mayor Davis emphasized the importance of energy efficient building. Stockholm is one of the greenest cities in the world. She urged the petitioner to be leader in this area.

Councillor Seidel asked for more specifics regarding the setback relief requested. He expressed particular concern about elimination of required setbacks on the Charles River side of the building. Attorney Rudman said that the goal is to meet the entire setback for the river side, and for the rest of the building, as much as is possible while still meeting the space needs for the EF program.

Councillor Seidel asked CDD staff to comment on how the proposal fits with the Charles River Basin Master Plan and the ECAP Study. Mr. Dash said that the area in question was always seen as a development site in the Charles River Basin plan. With regard to the ECAP planning study, the percentage of uses was overall. It is very difficult to maintain those percentages for a single building. He added that the CDD staff has some concerns about the size of the building next to a park and looks forward to discussion at the Planning Board about how to mitigate potential impacts. Mr. Dash said that the setback request is reasonable in light of the fact that the location is next to a large open space and that there is a commitment to keep the river side setbacks.

Councillor Toomey then invited public comment.

Gregg Moree, 25 Fairfield Street, stated he is interested in jobs for the community and suggested monthly progress meetings on how many Cambridge residents have been hired.

Renata von Tscharner, Charles River Conservatory, thanked the EF Company because it was their landlord for four years. She would be interested in shadow studies for the proposed building. She said that a good design which includes connections with other developments and park lands with good paths through the development area would be important. She looks forward to working with the EF Company and the City on this matter.

Ron Fun Kwong, resident of the Regatta, 10 Museum Way, said that this building appears to her to be the closest building to the river. She is not sure this is the building the residents want there. Why not site it on the other side of the Gilmore Bridge?

Steve Kaiser, Hamilton Street, noted the title of the North Point Zoning as "Residential." He suggested that EF Company put a school there to serve the residents of North Point. This is an upzoning and there should be a traffic study. A good amount of Commonwealth tidelands run through the site, which will complicate the definition of the site by metes and bounds. The developer should compensate the City for the upzoning which is a taking. The height should 40 feet. He submitted testimony (Attachment C). He added that the boundary line used by the developer is wrong.

Ed Wright, Holworthy Street, member of Local 7 of the Iron Workers, stated that he has worked with Richard McKinnon and Dean Stratouly on several projects. They are honorable and finish what they start.

Michael Cannistraro, Regatta, 10 Museum Way #2229, expressed concern about there being a commercial site with no residential activity. It is sort of a desolate site. He added that the traffic is already problematic. Residents have to cross a speedway to go to the park. There is already not enough parking in the area.

Mark Volpe, resident of the Regatta, 10 Museum Way #429, asked the committee to consider that the height restrictions were put in the zoning for a reason.

Maureen O'Donnell, Property Manager at the Regatta Riverview Condominiums said that traffic is a big issue. She said that the building height will mean issues with sight lines for the residents.

Elie Yarden, 143 Pleasant Street, said that this proposal is based on the nostalgic idea that growth will go on forever. The transportation infrastructure for this growth does not exist.

Michele Hughes, Regatta at 10 Museum Way #1723, expressed concerns about the traffic and the problems with parking. When they bought their condo, the location was represented as a quiet residential corner of Cambridge.

Alice Young, 10 Museum Way, stated that traffic is a disaster in that area. Part of the beauty of living there was that it was starting to become a neighborhood. This would negatively impact the neighborhood feeling. She also does not agree with the proposed changes in the height restrictions.

Councillor Seidel noted that there have been concerns raised about traffic, parking, shadows and the use of the building. Mr McKinnon stated that the developer would meet with the Regatta condominium association, and will work with the Planning Board in the Special Permit process to address that and other concerns.

Councillor Toomey moved that the petition be referred to the full City Council and that the Ordinance Committee retain subject matter jurisdiction in case another hearing was needed. The motion passed without objection. Councillors Seidel and Toomey thanked those present for their attendance. The hearing was adjourned at 6:32pm.

For the Ordinance Committee,
Councillor Sam Seidel, Co-Chair
Councillor Timothy J. Toomey Jr., Co Chair

ATTACHMENTS
A. McKinnon Petition
B. Graphic depiction of proposed zoning
C. Comments submitted by Stephen Kaiser
D. Letter from Barbara Broussard, Chair of the East Cambridge Planning Team
E. Letter from Joseph Power, Business Representative, Local 40 Carpenters Union
F. Letter from Mark Fortune, Business Representative, Local 550 Sprinkler Fitters
G. Email from George Donahue, Boston Building Trades
H. Email from Allen Boyer, Business Manager of Laborer's Local 151
I. Letter from Richard McKinnon to Regatta Riverview Condominiums
J. Letter from Robert Haynes, President, Massachusetts AFL-CIO

QUESTION COMES ON ACCEPTING REPORT, PLACING ON FILE AND PASSING TO A SECOND READING on Oct 18, 2010

Committee Report #2
The Economic Development, Training and Employment Committee held a public meeting on Tues, Sept 21, 2010, beginning at two o'clock and five minutes P.M. in the Sullivan Chamber.

The purpose of the meeting was to discuss place-making strategies for Kendall Square.

Present at the meeting were Councillor Leland Cheung, Chair of the Committee; Councillor Kenneth E. Reeves; Councillor Craig Kelley; Councillor Sam Seidel; Richard Rossi, Deputy City Manager; Susan Glazer, Acting Assistant City Manager for Community Development (CDD); Estella Johnson, Economic Development Director, CDD; Elaine Madden, Senior Project Planner, CDD; Stuart Dash, Director of Community Planning, CDD; Les Barber, Zoning Specialist, CDD; Pardis Saffais, Associate Planner, CDD; Chris Basler, Project Planner, CDD; Lisa Peterson, Public Works Commissioner; Kathy Watkins, Supervising Engineer, Public Works Department; and Deputy City Clerk Donna P. Lopez.

Also present were Joe Tulimieri, Cambridge Redevelopment Authority; Sarah Gallop, Co-Director, Government and Community Relations, MIT; Bob Simha, MIT Professor; Steve Marsh and Michael Owu, MITIMco; Sara Spaulding, Microsoft; Bill Gartner, Senior Vice President, BioMed Realty Trust; Brian Dacey, Principal, Main Street Development; Tom Andrews and Joe Maguire, Alexandria Real Estate; and Tim Rowe, President, Kendall Square Associates (KSA) and CEO, Cambridge Innovation Center.

Councillor Cheung opened the meeting and explained the purpose. An agenda was distributed. He outlined the format of the meeting and asked Tim Rowe to give an overview of the meeting held on June 7, 2010 where the future of Kendall Square was discussed. He stated that Alex Twining, CEO of Twining Properties would be given a presentation on place-making strategies for Kendall Square.

Mr. Rowe stated that at the last meeting on Kendall Square opportunities, strength and weaknesses were discussed. Kendall Square was compared with other areas in the country. Kendall Square is the most innovative place on the planet. Research and development and start-up companies are off the chart in Kendall Square, but it lacks vibrancy and night life.

Councillor Cheung stated that he saw Mr. Twining's presentation previously. A previous meeting of this committee was held that discussed entrepreneurship in Kendall Square and the potential of having an entrepreneurial "walk of fame." Criteria, guidelines and location were discussed. KSA and MIT are conducting three brainstorming sessions for plans for Kendall Square. The integrated idea is to make the "whole" make sense. At this time Mr. Twining gave his presentation.

Mr. Twining's Presentation was entitled "Kendall Square 2020 Vision - Bring Kendall Square to Life!" The plan is a conceptual plan for the future of Kendall Square for those who work, live, shop, dine and play in Kendall Square. The plan highlighted the need, vision, partners and action needed to implement the plan. He first spoke about the need for Kendall Square.

Mr. Twining stated that Kendall Square lacks a street life. Why is this? Kendall Square is a global technology center with a large number of students from MIT, over 15 million square feet of office and lab space, five hotels and over 1,000 apartments. So why does Kendall Square lack vibrancy? He responded that Kendall Square traffic flow is confusing, no central identity and there is no theme that makes Kendall Square special, the retail is scattered and there are not enough people that live in Kendall Square. The strategy to improve Kendall is to change the traffic flow, give Kendall Square an identity, define a retail theme including shops and restaurants, create busy shopping streets and provide more places to live.

He commented on the traffic flow and identity problems. Cars are diverted down Broadway instead of on to Main Street. He suggested creating a two-way thoroughfare. Rerouting traffic away from super blocks is not effective. This will establish the identity for the super blocks and encourage retail. He suggested creating a central urban place at Broadway, Third and Main Streets. This intersection will be the mixing place for cars, people and subway riders and will create a place for people to meet at Kendall Square. A straight line of traffic on Main Street from Boston will identify Kendall Square. He next discussed the issue of theme.

Mr. Twining compared Kendall Square (MIT) to New Haven (Yale) and Philadelphia (Penn State). Cambridge, he said, is a more vital city than New Haven or Philadelphia. The goal is to attract restaurants and retail to Kendall Square. He stated that MIT, KSA and local business owners could create a retail experience in Kendall Square.

Speaking on density Mr. Twining stated that clusters are needed in Kendall Square. Density creates busy streets and thus fosters a retail district. Kendall Square could easily add five million more square feet of development to the area. Down zoning is a negative aspect to development. The Watermark Studies show that more residents are using public transportation and zip cars. Sites in Kendall Square are ripe for development and would create busy streets and drive more retail. Retail thrives best when located on both sides of a street and would do well on Main Street and possibly on Broadway.

Mr. Twining next commented on the residential and partnership aspects. He stated that currently there are 1,000 residential units in Kendall Square with the potential for 2,000 units. The street life is driven the residents who live in the area. A partnership is needed to implement the visions. Kendall Square Associates can work with the city and bring parties together to carry out the vision. He stated that if property owners work together Kendall Square can be transformed into a vibrant place to play, work and live in.

Mr. Twining spoke about the Kendall Square Master Plan. He encouraged a series of steps to create an action plan that would incorporate Main, Broad Canal, Broadway and Third Street being developed that would converge at Kendall Square. Mr. Rowe stated that if economic competitiveness is to kept it would be best to bulk up Kendall Square by two. Mr. Twining added that Kendall Square is a walk able place.

At this time Councillor Cheung opened the meeting to public comment.

Estella Johnson stated that Kendall Square has been looked at by Community Development. She likes this plan. Start up businesses start in Kendall Square and then leave the area. This plan gives these businesses room to grow to be able to stay in Cambridge. As these businesses grow, liveliness increases and more vitality is created.

Kathy Watkins spoke about the infrastructure project for Kendall Square. The Kendall Square/Main Street plan will take about a year.

Stuart Dash spoke about the new potential development and cautioned about the need to control traffic, noise and HVAC issues. These issues must be taken into consideration during development.

Mr. Rossi asked what is the right housing and commercial mix for Kendall Square. This is more than the city needing to create zoning incentives to get people to live in Kendall Square. Mr. Twining stated that business and housing need to go hand in hand. This area could handle more housing, but this creates more traffic. The unique situation is to live, work and shop all in the same area in Kendall Square. Residents who live in Kendall Square want to know that there are activities and/or places to go to in Kendall Square.

Bob Simha, MIT Professor, stated that city had three previous opportunities to include housing in Kendall Square. To make this area swing it must have a night life. Density needs to include additional housing.

Estella Johnson spoke about retail in Kendall Square. The challenge is the size of the retail floor space. Cost to upgrade space is costly and size is critical.

Councillor Reeves stated that commercial space vacant for long periods of time is not important to property owners/landlords. Who knows how to make a vibrant streetscape has not been defined yet. More than retail is needed in Kendall Square. He asked why Forest City, Novartis, and the Central Square Business Association are not at this meeting. Kendall and Central Squares are bookends. He urged the committee to think about all the squares together. This plan is not good enough on the vision part. Citizens did not want development at One Kendall Square but now they are happy they have it. Destination places are needed. Mr. Twining agreed that Central and Lechmere Squares need to be considered.

Councillor Kelley stated that the focus should be on moving people around, not cars. Loft space is needed to artist. He would like to see changes to how cars come into the city. Cars do not need to dominate Kendall Square. Mr. Twining stated this plan makes the cars slow down, park and encourages pedestrians to walk instead of drive. Walking traffic is actually much more conducive to retail districts.

Steve Marsh, MITIMCo. stated that Kendall Square needs a place to have fun. MIT is interested in the Kendall Square Master Plan and the Kendall Square T stop. MIT is reaching out to retail developers, but is complicated. Zoning is the issue in Kendall Square. Mr. Rowe commented that the world is told that Cambridge is an innovation center, but then people trip on bricks on the sidewalks.

Councillor Cheung stated that more bars and restaurants are needed in Kendall Square. Students cross the bridge to go to a bar. Are there places where more bars could be cited, he asked?

Mr. Twining stated that the Constellation Center may not happen. He suggested an open media space until the owner is ready to build. The MIT Media Lab needs to be located in Kendall Square where amazing things could happen. Mr. Simha stated that Kendall Square area has had three cycles of redevelopment since the 1960's. This area must not depend on one type of industry. He suggested building a conservative portfolio. Development diversity is needed for Kendall Square.

Councillor Cheung asked how the city can keep the economic energy going that MIT inspires. Councillor Reeves commented that some companies leave because it is too expensive to stay in Cambridge. Councillor Seidel added to be competitive we have to double the capacity in Kendall Square. In order to make development work housing must be included in the plan.

Mr. Gardner stated that retail is a necessity. Councillor Reeves stated that there is not enough traffic in Central Square to entice large retailers to locate in the city. Mr. Twining stated that MIT can bring businesses and industries as well as innovation to Cambridge. Councillor Reeves stated that MIT is the economic engine of the city.

Cheung thanked those present for their attendance. He stated that the next meeting will focus on challenges such as zoning that impedes bringing and maintaining business in Cambridge.

The meeting adjourned at three o'clock and forty-three minutes p. m.

For the Committee,
Councillor Leland Cheung, Chair

AWAITING REPORT LIST
10-50. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on options for amending the ordinance to allow for permitting of civic organizations to use public space after hours.
Councillor Cheung 03/22/10 (O-18)

10-56. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the adoption of a regulation to prohibit licensed hotels from subcontracting housekeeping services.
Councillor Decker, Councillor Cheung, Mayor Maher, Councillor Toomey, Councillor Reeves and Full Membership 04/05/10 (O-16)

10-57. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on Harvard using the Jesuit properties for affordable housing and whether Harvard will offer other properties in the same neighborhoods for the purpose of developing affordable housing.
Councillor Decker & Councillor Cheung 04/05/10 (O-20)

10-63. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on instituting a program similar to the on-bill financing of business and residential building improvements.
Councillor Cheung 04/26/10 (O-8)

10-79. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on a standard set of resources, facility privileges, tools, and barebones operating budget the unfunded commissions may use in their work of enacting Council policy.
Councillor Cheung and Full Membership 05/10/10 (O-7)

10-89. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on a delineation of the boundaries of Joan Lorentz Park.
Councillor Seidel, Vice Mayor Davis, Councillor Decker, Councillor Kelley, Mayor Maher, Councillor Reeves, Councillor Simmons & Councillor Toomey 05/24/10 (O-11)

10-92. Report from the City Manager: See Mgr #14
RE: report on improvements to City parking lot #8.
Vice Mayor Davis and Full Membership 06/07/10 (O-4)

10-115. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the courts ruling in favor of the plaintiffs at 303 Third Street and the impact on affordable housing units in the building.
Councillor Toomey and Full Membership 08/02/10 (O-10)

10-118. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on issues related to scooters and any changes to ordinances or regulations on scooter use and parking.
Councillor Kelley and Full Membership 08/02/10 (O-23)

10-119. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on long-term plans for the building and associated open space located at 116 Norfolk Street.
Councillor Seidel and Full Membership 08/02/10 (O-24)

10-120. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on feasibility and enforceability of implementing the provisions of House Bill 3371 which increases certain motor vehicle fines to improve driving.
Councillor Seidel and Full Membership 08/02/10 (O-25)

10-121. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on discussions about the future of the Cambridge Health Alliance.
Councillor Decker, Councillor Cheung, Councillor Reeves and Full Membership 08/02/10 (O-27)

10-122. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the closing of the Teen Health Center and report quarterly on service changes and other matters related to the future of the Cambridge Health Alliance.
Councillor Decker, Councillor Cheung and Full Membership 08/02/10 (O-28)

10-123. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on accident at Lambert & Cambridge Streets and re-examine the intersection for pedestrian safety.
Councillor Toomey and Full Membership 09/13/10 (O-1)

10-124. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on installing a four-way stop at Fifth & Otis Streets.
Councillor Toomey and Full Membership 09/13/10 (O-2)

10-125. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on pedestrian safety improvements at Sixth & Hurley Streets.
Councillor Toomey and Full Membership 09/13/10 (O-3)

10-126. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on continuous problems with odors from catch basins on Cambridge Street from Inman Square to Lechmere.
Councillor Toomey and Full Membership 09/13/10 (O-4)

10-127. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on nature of the improvements along the Grand Junction.
Councillor Toomey, Councillor Cheung, Vice Mayor Davis, Councillor Decker, Mayor Maher, Councillor Reeves, Councillor Seidel & Councillor Simmons 09/13/10 (O-5)

10-128. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on plans for reducing Broadway to one lane near the Marriott Hotel.
Councillor Toomey and Full Membership 09/13/10 (O-6)

10-129. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the MBTA bus #47 not stopping for people waiting at the bus stops.
Vice Mayor Davis, Councillor Cheung and Full Membership 09/13/10 (O-7)

10-130. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the status of installing community gardens at Riverside Press Park.
Vice Mayor Davis and Full Membership 09/13/10 (O-11)

10-133. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on railroad crossing safety policies and procedures, including equipment maintenance and repair in the City of Cambridge.
Councillor Seidel 09/13/10 (O-16)

10-134. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on reducing energy consumption by way of deleting and/or limiting email storage.
Councillor Decker and Full Membership 09/13/10 (O-15)

10-135. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the possibility of working with the NSTAR/OPower project.
Vice Mayor Davis and Full Membership 09/27/10 (O-1)

10-136. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the planning process for the Concord Avenue redesign.
Councillor Kelley and Full Membership 09/27/10 (O-2)

10-137. Report from the City Manager: See Mgr #2
RE: report on increasing police patrols in the area of Antrim Street and conduct a community meeting.
Councillor Toomey, Councillor Cheung, Councillor Simmons and Full Membership 09/27/10 (O-4)

10-138. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the feasibility of adding historical sub-signs to street signs and the possibility of commemorating the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 with street sub-signs.
Vice Mayor Davis, Councillor Cheung, Councillor Decker, Mayor Maher, Councillor Reeves, Councillor Seidel, Councillor Simmons & Councillor Toomey 09/27/10 (O-6)

10-139. Report from the City Manager: See Mgr #3
RE: report on the status of the Healthy Parks & Playgrounds Advisory Committee.
Councillor Seidel and Full Membership 09/27/10 (O-9)

10-140. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on safety policies and procedures in place to monitor the maintenance of natural gas pipelines in the City.
Councillor Seidel and Full Membership 09/27/10 (O-10)

10-141. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on why requests by residents to have their mail held by the Post Office were not acknowledged.
Councillor Decker and Full Membership 09/27/10 (O-12)

10-142. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on removing the "no parking" signs in front of the old North Cambridge Catholic High School on Norris Street and establishing the parking spaces as residential permit parking.
Mayor Maher & Councillor Decker 09/27/10 (O-13)

10-143. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the allowable uses for the No. Cambridge Catholic High School site and on the number of residential dwelling units that could be developed in this property.
Mayor Maher & Councillor Decker 09/27/10 (O-14)

10-144. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on installing a crosswalk and stop signs on Kinnaird Street between Western Avenue and Putnam Avenue.
Councillor Toomey, Mayor Maher, Councillor Cheung & Councillor Seidel 09/27/10 (O-15)

10-145. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on providing additional bicycle parking at CRLS and the Main Library.
Councillor Kelley 09/27/10 (O-18)

10-146. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on improving pedestrian safety at the intersection of Magee Street and Putnam Avenue.
Councillor Cheung and Full Membership 10/04/10 (O-2)

10-147. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on playground safety issues at the Cambridgeport School playground.
Councillor Seidel and Full Membership 10/04/10 (O-3)

10-148. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the status of Sennott Park, including how the space is scheduled by organized groups and the landscaping costs and upkeep.
Councillor Seidel and Full Membership 10/04/10 (O-4)

10-149. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on safety issues at the intersection of Green and Hancock Streets.
Councillor Cheung and Full Membership 10/04/10 (O-5)

10-150. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the possibility of Cambridge participating in the Bixi bike-sharing program.
Councillor Cheung and Full Membership 10/04/10 (O-6)

10-151. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on how the transition of the Grand Junction Railroad to Commuter Rail traffic could impede the implementation of the Grand Junction Rail Trail.
Councillor Toomey and Full Membership 10/04/10 (O-7)

10-152. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on whether there is language in the noise ordinance that allows enforcement of loud car radios.
Councillor Decker and Full Membership 10/04/10 (O-8)

10-153. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the feasibility of banning smoking in public parks and other public places.
Councillor Decker and Full Membership 10/04/10 (O-9)

10-154. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the new food allergy guidelines and what impact it will have on the food industry in Cambridge.
Councillor Decker and Full Membership 10/04/10 (O-10)

10-155. Report from the City Manager:
RE: report on the process for discussing the report "Missed Opportunities Shared Responsibility" throughout the community and ensuring community groups have ample opportunity to discuss the report.
Councillor Decker 10/04/10 (O-12)