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20220222 City Council Minutes City of Beverly Regular City Council Meeting Public Meeting Minutes Tuesday,February 22,2022, 7:OOpm City Council Chambers, 191 Cabot St. Julie Flowers, City Council President, called the meeting to order at 7:O1pm. City Clerk, Lisa Kent,took the attendance by roll call. Members Present: Hannah Bowen, Steven Crowley, Estelle Rand, Todd Rotondo, Matthew St. Hilaire,Brendan Sweeney, Julie Flowers Members Absent: Kathleen Feldman, Scott Houseman Sweeney led the pledge of allegiance. Presentations.Awards and Memorials Finance Director Bryant Ayles and American Rescue Plan Act Manager Jaimie Corliss- Small Business Assistance Program Ayles and Corliss gave an overview of the Small Business Assistance Program that was launched earlier this week and will be funded through the American Rescue Plan Act. This program is targeted to small businesses, and grants range from$5,000 to $50,000. Awards will be made based on the number of applicants and revenue loss due to the pandemic. Applications are available now through March 9 on the City website. There will be a review board of four members including Jamie Corliss, a representative from Beverly Main Streets, a representative from the Chamber of Commerce, and a volunteer. There are some limits on what the grants can be used for under ARPA. They can be used to support operational costs not capital improvements or equipment purchases. Awardees will have to submit one report back on how funds were spent. There was some discussion of other ARPA funds, and Ayles and Corliss will be coming back next meeting for a more broad presentation. Sweeney asked about the total amount for grants. Michael Cahill, Mayor, stated there is a ceiling in mind, which is expected to be in excess of one million dollars. After the deadline it will be easier to get a sense of how much will be needed. There was some discussion about whether or not the grant money awarded would be taxable and about the reach of the grant program. Public Hearings Order#044-7:15 PM-Petition for National Grid-Plan#30452436 in accordance with the plan marked Bay View Ave. Flowers opened the public hearing. A representative from National Grid stated this is to facilitate a service upgrade at this location. The public hearing was closed and the item was referred back to the Committee on Public Services. Presentations, Awards and Memorials (Continued) Finance Director Bryant Ayles and American Rescue Plan Act Manager Jamie Corliss-Small Business Assistance Program (Continued) Rand asked how long it takes to get approval for a DUNS [Data Universal Numbering System] number and if there is any thought towards a second round of grant funding. Corliss stated it typically takes a week or less for a DUNS number. Many businesses have one from other grant opportunities recently. A second round has come up in discussions; the goal is to remain flexible. St. Hilaire stated this is a great program and a good use of the ARPA funds. St. Hilaire asked about the deadline and if it is a first come, first serve type of process. Corliss confirmed that it is not first come, first serve and the deadline is March 9 at 5:00pm. Bowen stated it is exciting to see direct assistance where money is needed. Bowen stated she had heard a little bit of feedback on the form already, and businesses are wondering if it is worth the effort and what the chances of an award is. Corliss stated that she tried to be very conscientious of only asking for information that is really needed. Corliss stated the biggest question she has gotten is if the business would be eligible. Alyes stated that the way the legislation reads, the City is required to determine the monetary effect to these businesses. The City could be potentially liable if it is audited down the road and there is not sufficient information to show the business really needed the funding. Cahill stated that as long as the business shows they are eligible, there will be grant money coming their way. Only once all the applications are in will it be determined how much each business will receive. i Public Hearings (Continued) Order #032-7:25 PM-Transfer from the Airport Enterprise Fund Balance of$175,000 for continuation work with the testing and monitoring of property at the airport. Flowers opened the public hearing. A motion to recess the public hearing to 7:50pm was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). E i E Presentations,Awards and Memorials (Continued) ` Finance Director Bryant Ayles and American Rescue Plan Act Manager Jamie Corliss-Small Business Assistance Program (Continued) Rotondo asked about the timeline for reviewing the applications. Corliss stated the hope is to have two longer sessions to review and then have rewards made within four weeks of the application deadline. Beverly City Council Meeting Minutes—February 22,2022 page 2 of 8 C i i Tim Flaherty,Director of the YMCA Flaherty spoke about financial assistance provided by the Y, stating that in 2021 the Y provided $760,000 in assistance for families in need. In 2022, $930,000 has been budgeted for assistance. Flaherty reviewed some adaptive and inclusion programs, highlighting Cornerstone, a collaborative program for cancer patients, survivors, and their families. Flaherty spoke about Be Healthy Beverly and the programs offered through that engagement. Flaherty gave an overview of the Pass Program, which is a collaboration with schools for kids who have struggled in a regular high school and have support provided in a different program. The facility itself is inadequate,but it still works. Flaherty also discussed the McPherson youth center, after school programs, and literacy program. Flaherty spoke about the housing demographics of the people the Y serves and some of the upcoming housing projects. Public Hearings (Continued) Order#032-7:25 PM-Transfer from the Airport Enterprise Fund Balance of$175,000 for continuation work with the testing and monitoring of property at the airport. Flowers reopened the public hearing. A motion to recess the public hearing to 8:05pm was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). Presentations,Awards and Memorials (Continued) Tim Flaherty,Director of the YMCA (Continued) Bowen inquired about the youth center and programming. Flaherty discussed and stated collaboration is the key to success. Flaherty noted that Councilor Rotondo has been instrumental in making sure that the youth center is taken care of. Comments by Citizens Libby Adams, 8 Bartlett St., noted that the City Council will not be making a land acknowledgement statement a part of their meetings. Adams stated that it is important to her and other citizens and read a land acknowledgement statement. Minutes Special Joint City Council Meeting, October 13, 2021 Regular City Council Meeting, February 7, 2022 j Special City Council Meeting, February 12, 2022 A motion to approve was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). i Beverly City Council Meeting Minutes—February 22,2022 page 3 of 8 I i i i I Communications from His Honor the Mayor Order#047-Transfer of$70,920 from the Waterway Improvement Fund. The transfer consists of $35,000 to support the CAD cell feasibility study grant, $32,800 to support the hoist pier construction grant and$3,120 to support the Glover Wharf float feasibility study grant. Referred to Committee on Finance and Property. Order#048-Transfer of$642,085 from the city's certified free cash balance into capital fund 598 and to rescind the previously authorized loan (Order#044-2021) of$750,000 for replacement of the turf field at the high school. Referred to Committee on Finance and Property. Order #049-Transfer of$1,111,519 from the city's certified free cash balance to be placed in the City's Stabilization fund and a transfer of$224,304 from the city's free cash balance to be placed in the OPEB trust. Transfer total requests totaling $1,335,823. Referred to Committee on Finance and Property. Order#050-Transfer of the city's free cash balance in the amount of$1,500,000 to be placed in the City Hall Rehabilitation capital project fund. Referred to Committee on Finance and Property. Order#051-Reappointment-Mr. Michael Murphy as City Republican Committee Representative on the Registrar of Voters. Referred to Committee on Public Services. Order#052-2022 Member Rate schedule for the Beverly Golf and Tennis Commission. Referred to Committee on Public Services. Order#066-LATE FILE-Transfer of$325,000 of the City's Free Cash for the remainder of the purchase price as well as costs of improvements to the two lots on Simon Street. A motion to accept the late file was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried (7-0). Referred to Committee on Finance and Property. i Public Hearings (Continued) Order#032-7:25 PM-Transfer from the Airport Enterprise Fund Balance of$175,000 for r continuation work with the testing and monitoring of property at the airport. F r Flowers reopened the public hearing. ' Ayles stated that the City has a number of enterprise funds that act as their own cost centers or G E buckets. The airport has one, and those funds can in turn be used for airport operations. ' There was some discussion on how this shows up in financial statements and planning documents and if this would be an ongoing cost. I Beverly City Council Meeting Minutes—February 22,2022 page 4 of 8 f f t1 Cahill read a statement from Commissioner Collins on the project. The public hearing was closed and the item was referred back to Committee on Finance and Property. Communications from other City Officers and Boards Order#054-Budget Analyst Gerry Perry-SESD FY21 Annual Treasurer's Report. A motion to receive and place on file was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). Order #055- Sergeant Henebury-Amendment to Include Handicapped Parking Space at Lyons Park Located across from 126 Lothrop on the East side. Referred to Committee on Legal Affairs. Order#056-Councilor Rotondo-Amendment to Chapter 270- Section 37A "Bicycle lanes shall be created in the following locations". Referred to Committee on Legal Affairs. Order#057-Council President-Appointment-Danielle Spang, 16 Mulberry Street to represent the At Large position on the Community Preservation Committee. Referred to Committee on Legal Affairs. Order #058-Councilor Bowen and Councilor Houseman-Rodent infestation in downtown and other neighborhoods. Referred to Committee on Finance and Property and Committee on Public Services. Order #059-City Clerk-Lodging House License, Jalbert Properties, LLC for Highland Manor at 7 Highland Avenue. Referred to Committee on Legal Affairs. Order#060-Councilor Houseman-A letter to meet with Finance & Property for discussion on the budget. Referred to Committee on Finance and Property. Order#061-Councilor Houseman-A letter to provide information about the city's Accessory Dwelling Unit working group. A motion to receive and place on file was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried (7-0). Order#062-Councilor Houseman-National Grid Cable Transmission Project. Referred to Committee on Finance and Property and Committee on Public Services. Order#063-Assistant City Solicitor Oldmixon-Fixed Route Amphibious Sightseeing Tour Application and Process for Council Review and Comment. Referred to Committee on Legal Affairs. Order #064-Councilor Houseman-Rodent Control. Beverly City Council Meeting Minutes—February 22,2022 page 5 of 8 i I f Referred to Committee on Finance and Property and Committee on Public Services. Order #067-LATE FILE-CPA Funding Recommendation for Out of Cycle application relative to the anticipation by the City, of two vacant lots located on Simon Street. A motion to accept the late file was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). Referred to Committee on Legal Affairs. Communications,Application and Petitions Order#065-National Grid,New England Power Company Petition for Transmission Line Franchise. Referred to Committee on Public Services. Order#053-FOTH-Notice of Project Change-EEA No. 16145. A motion to receive and place on file was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). The motion to recess for committee work was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(9-0). The meeting recessed at 8:25pm. Flowers called the meeting back to order at 8:46pm. Reports from Committees Finance and Property Order#032-Transfer from the Airport Enterprise Fund balance of$175,000 to fund continuation work with the testing and monitoring of property at the airport. A motion to approve was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). Order#047-Transfer of$70,920 from the Waterway Improvement Fund. The transfer consists of $35,000 to support the CAD cell feasibility study grant, $32,800 to support the hoist pier construction grant and$3,120 to support the Glover Wharf float feasibility study grant. A motion to set the public hearing for March 7 at 7:50pm was made and seconded. A vote was jtaken, and the motion carried(7-0). Order#048-Transfer of$642,085 from the city's certified free cash balance into capital fund 598 and to rescind the previously authorized loan(Order#044-2021) of$750,000 for replacement of the turf field at the high school. A motion to set the public hearing for March 7 at 8:l Opm was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). j Order#049-Transfer of$1,111,519 from the city's certified free cash balance to be placed in the City's Stabilization fund and a transfer of$224,304 from the city's free cash balance to be placed in the OPEB trust. Transfer total requests totaling $1,335,823. Beverly City Council Nfeeting Minutes—February 22,2022 page 6 of 8 I € A motion to set the public hearing for March 7 at 8:20pm was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). Order#050-Transfer of the city's free cash balance in the amount of$1,500,000 to be placed in the City Hall Rehabilitation capital project fund. A motion to set the public hearing for March 7 at 8:30pm was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). Order#066-LATE FILE-Transfer of$325,000 of the City's Free Cash for the remainder of the purchase price as well as costs of improvements to the two lots on Simon Street. A motion to set the public hearing for March 7 at 8:40pm was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). Legal Affairs Order#031-Reappointment-to serve on the Parking and Traffic Commission, Mr. Jonathan Salt, Sgt Michael Henebury, Traffic Sargent designee BPD and Captain Ryan Laracy designee BFD. A motion to approve was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). Order#057-Council President-Appointment-Danielle Spang, 16 Mulberry Street to represent the At Large position on the Community Preservation Committee. A motion to approve was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried (7-0). Order#067-LATE FILE-CPA Funding Recommendation for Out of Cycle application relative to the anticipation by the City, of two vacant lots located on Simon Street. A motion to set the public hearing for March 7 at 8:50pm was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried (7-0). Public Services Order#030-Reappointment-to serve on the Beverly Golf and Tennis Commission, Mr. Martin Lawler, 109 Water Street. A motion to approve was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried (7-0). Order#044-National Grid-A Petition for plan# 30452436 in accordance with the plan marked Bay View Ave. A motion to approve was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(7-0). Order#052-2022 Member Rate schedule for the Beverly Golf and Tennis Commission. A motion to approve was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried (7-0). Order#065-National Grid,New England Power Company Petition for Transmission Line Franchise. A motion to set the public hearing for March 21 at 8:00pm was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried (7-0). Bowen shared regarding the recent acts of antisemitism in local communities and an upcoming program that will be hosted on Zoom on March 28 from 1-2pm. I Beverly City Council Meeting Minutes—February 22,2022 page 7 of 8 I I Flowers stated the next regular meeting will be on March 7 and there will be a public hearing on March 21 on National Grid's proposed project. A motion to adjourn was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(9-0). The meeting adjourned at 9:01pm. i i Beverly City Council eLteeting Minutes—Februmy 22,2022 page 8 of 8 i Scott D. Houseman-Chair Julie R. Flowers Matthew J. St. Hilaire 1011 i2, -2 FINANCE AND PROPERTY/ CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MINUTES Tuesday,February 22, 2022, 7:OOPM Within the Confines of the City Council Meeting City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor,Beverly City Hall, 191 Cabot St. St.Hilaire called to order the Finance and Property meeting at 8:27pm. Members present: Julie Flowers,Matthew St. Hilaire Members absent: Scott Houseman Order Date to Description Action Taken Number Committee #024 1/18/2022 Councilor Houseman-Letter regarding the Financial Hold Forecast Committee Transfer from the Airport Enterprise Fund balance of #032 2/7/2022 $175,000 to fund continuation work with the testing and Approve 2-0 monitoring of property at the airport Transfer of$70,920 from the Waterway Improvement Fund. The transfer consists of$35,000 to support the Public hearing set #047 2/22/2022 CAD cell feasibility study grant, $32,800 to support the for 3/7/2022 at hoist pier construction grant and$3,120 to support the 7:50pm Glover Wharf float feasibility study grant Transfer of$642,085 from the city's certified free cash public hearing set #048 2/22/2022 balance into capital fund 598 and to rescind the previously for 3/7/2022 at authorized loan(Order#044-2021) of$750,000 for 8:10pm replacement of the turf field at the high school Transfer of$1,111,519 from the city's certified free cash balance to be placed in the City's Stabilization fund and a Public hearing set 4049 2/22/2022 transfer of$224,304 from the city's free cash balance to for 3/7/2022 at be placed in the OPEB trust. Transfer total requests 8:20pm totaling$1,335,823 Transfer of the city's free cash balance in the amount of Public hearing set #050 2/22/2022 $1,500,000 to be placed in the City Hall Rehabilitation for 3/7/2022 at capital project fund 8:30 m #058 2/22/2022 Councilor Bowen and Councilor Houseman-Rodent Hold infestation in downtown and other neighborhoods #060 2/22/2022 Councilor Houseman-A letter to meet with Finance& Hold Property for discussion on the budget #062 2/22/2022 Councilor Houseman-National Grid Cable Transmission Hold Project #064 2/22/2022 Councilor Houseman-Rodent Control Hold Transfer of$325,000 of the City's Free Cash for the Public hearing set #066 2/22/2022 remainder of the purchase price as well as costs of for 3/7/2022 at improvements to the two lots on Simon Street 8:40pm The motion to adjourn the Finance and Property meeting was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried (2-0). The meeting adjourned at 8:35pm. Estelle M. Rand-Chair �' •. _, Todd C. Rotondo Brendan S. Sweeney • �i LEGAL AFFAIRS / CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 22,2022, 7:OOPM Within the Confines of the City Council Meeting - City Council Chambers, 3Td Floor, Beverly City Hall, 191 Cabot St. Rand called to order the Legal Affairs meeting at 8:28pm. Members present: Todd Rotondo, Brendan Sweeney,Estelle Rand Order Date to Description Action Taken Number Committee Reappointment-to serve on the Parking and Traffic 9031 2/7/2022 Commission,Mr. Jonathan Salt, Sgt Michael Approve 3-0 Henebury, Traffic Sargent designee BPD and Captain Ryan Laracy designee BFD Sergeant Henebury-Amendment to Include #055 2/22/2022 Handicapped Parking Space at Lyons Park Located Hold across from 126 Lothrop on the East side Councilor Rotondo-Amendment to Chapter 270- #056 2/22/2022 Section 37A"Bicycle lanes shall be created in the Hold following locations" Council President-Appointment-Danielle Spang, 16 #057 2/22/2022 Mulberry Street to represent the At Large position Approve 3-0 on the Community Preservation Committee Order#059-City Clerk-Lodging House License, #059 2/22/2022 Jalbert Properties, LLC for Highland Manor at 7 Hold Highland Avenue Assistant City Solicitor Oldmixon-Fixed Route #063 2/22/2022 Amphibious Sightseeing Tour Application and Hold Process for Council Review and Comment CPA Funding Recommendation for Out of Cycle public hearing #067 2/22/2022 application relative to the anticipation by the City, March 7 at 8:50pm of two vacant lots located on Simon Street The motion to adjourn the Legal Affairs meeting was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(3-0). The meeting adjourned at 842pm. Kathleen M. Feldman-Chair Hannah L.Bowen Steven M. Crowley PUBLIC SERVICES/CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MINUTES Tuesday, February 22, 2022, 7:OOPM Within the Confines of the City Council Meeting City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor,Beverly City Hall, 191 Cabot St. _ Feldman called the meeting to order at 8:27pm. Members present: Hannah Bowen, Steven Crowley Members absent: Kathleen Feldman Order Date to Description Action Taken Number Committee Reappointment-to serve on the Beverly Golf and #030 2/7/2022 Tennis Commission,Mr. Martin Lawler, 109 Approve 2-0 Water Street Councilor Rotondo and Councilor Crowley- #033 2/7/2022 Consideration request to hold a Public Service Hold forum to address the flooding in Ward 1 and Ward 3 Councilor Crowley-Request to hold a Public #037 2/7/2022 participation forum for a Public Service Hold Committee Meeting regarding Varian Site at 150 Sohier Road #044 2/7/2022 National Grid-A Petition for plan#30452436 in Approve 2-0 accordance with the plan marked Bay View Way Reappointment-Mr. Michael Murphy as City #051 2/22/2022 Republican Committee Representative on the Held to 3/7/2022 Registrar of Voters #052 2/22/2022 2022 Member Rate schedule for the Beverly Golf Approve 2-0 and Tennis Commission Councilor Bowen and Councilor Houseman- 4058 2/22/2022 Rodent infestation in downtown and other Hold nei hborhoods #062 2/22/2022 Councilor Houseman-National Grid Cable Hold Transmission Project #064 2/22/2022 Councilor Houseman-Rodent Control Hold National Grid New England Power Company Public hearing set #065 2/22/2022 Petition for Transmission Line Franchise for 3/21/22 at 8:00 m The motion to adjourn was made and seconded. A vote was taken, and the motion carried(2-0). The meeting adjourned at 8:43pm. Scott D.Houseman-Chair ' Julie R. Flowers _ Matthew J. St. Hilaire P 12: GO FINANCE AND PROPERTY/CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, March 7, 2022 7:OOPM Within the Confines of the City Council Meeting City Council Chambers 3`d Floor,Beverly City Hall 191 Cabot St. Order Date to Description Action Taken Number Committee 4024 1/18/2022 Councilor Houseman-Letter regarding the Financial Forecast Committee Transfer of$70,920 from the Waterway Improvement Fund. The transfer consists of #047 2/22/2022 $35,000 to support the CAD cell feasibility Public hearing study grant, $32,800 to support the hoist pier 3/7/2022 at 7:50pm construction grant and$3,120 to support the Glover Wharf float feasibility study grant Transfer of$642,085 from the city's certified free cash balance into capital fund 598 and to public hearing #048 2/22/2022 rescind the previously authorized loan (Order 3/7/2022 at 8:1 Opm #044-2021) of$750,000 for replacement of the turf field at the high school Transfer of$1,111,519 from the city's certified free cash balance to be placed in the #049 2/22/2022 City's Stabilization fund and a transfer of Public hearing $224,304 from the city's free cash balance to 3/7/2022 at 8:20pm be placed in the OPEB trust. Transfer total requests totaling$1,335,823 Transfer of the city's free cash balance in the public hearing #050 2/22/2022 amount of$1,500,000 to be placed in the City 3/7/2022 at 8:30pm Hall Rehabilitation capital project fund Councilor Bowen and Councilor Houseman- #058 2/22/2022 Rodent infestation in downtown and other nei hborhoods Councilor Houseman-A letter to meet with #060 2/22/2022 Finance&Property for discussion on the budget #062 2/22/2022 Councilor Houseman-National Grid Cable Transmission Project #064 2/22/2022 Councilor Houseman-Rodent Control Transfer of$325,000 of the City's Free Cash 4066 2/22/2022 for the remainder of the purchase price as well Public hearing as costs of improvements to the two lots on 3/7/2022 at 8:40pm Simon Street i_ Estelle M. Rand-Chair Todd C. Rotondo 2077 _ 0Brendan S. Sweeney 01 LEGAL AFFAIRS / CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING Monday, March 7, 2022 7:OOPM Within the Confines of the City Council Meeting City Council Chambers 3,d Floor, Beverly City Hall 191 Cabot St. Order Date to Description Action Taken Number Committee Councilor Rotondo-Amendment to Chapter #056 2/22/2022 270- Section 37A"Bicycle lanes shall be created in the following locations" Kathleen M. Feldman-Chair ~f Hannah L.Bowen l - Steven M. Crowley tQE7 PUBLIC SERVICES/CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday,March 7, 2022 7:OOPM Within the Confines of the City Council Meeting City Council Chambers 3,d Floor, Beverly City Hall 191 Cabot St. Order Date to Description Action Taken Number Committee Councilor Rotondo and Councilor Crowley- #033 2/7/2022 Consideration request to hold a Public Service forum to address the flooding in Ward 1 and Ward 3 Councilor Crowley-Request to hold a Public #037 2/7/2022 participation forum for a Public Service Committee Meeting regarding Varian Site at 150 Sohier Road Reappointment-Mr. Michael Murphy as City #051 2/22/2022 Republican Committee Representative on the Registrar of Voters #058 2/22/2022 Councilor Bowen and Councilor Houseman-Rodent infestation in downtown and other neighborhoods #062 2/22/2022 Councilor Houseman-National Grid Cable Transmission Project 4064 2/22/2022 Councilor Houseman-Rodent Control #065 2/22/2022 National Grid,New England Power Company Petition Public hearing for Transmission Line Franchise 3/21/2022 at 8:OOpm