Monday evening, May 3, 2010. Regular Meeting of the City Council held in the Council Chambers, City Hall.~ Meeting called to order by Council President Neil Janssens at 7:30 o’clock p.m.
Roll call taken – Eight (8) members present, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, David Boudreau, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, James Minns, and President Neil Janssens; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves ; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr.
The Opening Prayer was recited in unison.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councillor Ronald Cormier, seconded by Councillor Alice Anderson, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to accept the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 20, 2010, as written.
APPOINTMENTS
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On a motion by Councillor James Minns, seconded by Councillor David Boudreau, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to confirm the following appointment received from the Mayor:
MARY A. DELANEY to the position of City Purchasing Agent/Civil Enforcement Director for term expiring August 11, 2011.
Worcester, ss. May 3, 2010
Then personally appeared MARY A. DELANEY and made oath that she would faithfully and impartially perform the duties of City Purchasing Agent/Civil Enforcement Director according to law and the best of her abilities.
Before me,
/s/ Alan L. Agnelli, City Clerk
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On a motion by Councillor Patrick Gerry, seconded by Councillor Edward Gravel, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to suspend Council Rule No. 9, waiving the ten (10) day advance notice requirement to act on the Appointments of Mark A. Goldstein to the License Commission and Kenneth Wilson to City Assessor.
On a motion by Councillor Henry Ares, seconded by Councillor Alice Anderson, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to confirm the following appointment received from the Mayor:
MARK A. GOLDSTEIN, ESQ. to the position of Member, License Commission for term expiring May 3, 2013.
On a motion by Councillor James Minns, seconded by Councillor Henry Ares, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to confirm the following appointment received from the Mayor:
KENNETH WILSON to the position of City Assessor for term expiring April 30, 2013.
ORDERS
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On a motion by Councillor Ronald Cormier, seconded by Councillor Alice Anderson, on unanimous recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on roll call, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to pass the following order:
AN ORDER TRANSFERRING FROM MAYOR’S UNCLASSIFIED, TERMINATION LEAVE TO ASSESSORS DEPARTMENT, TERMINATION LEAVE.
ORDERED: That there be and is hereby transferred the sum of Thirty Two Thousand Three Hundred Twenty Eight Dollars and No Cents ($32,328.00) from Mayor’s Unclassified, Termination Leave to Assessors Department, Termination Leave.
Presented to Mayor for approval – May 4, 2010
Approved – May 4, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
ORDINANCES
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On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor Edward Gravel, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to order to Final Printing the following Ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION OF OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND PERSONNEL OF THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDNER AS FOLLOWS:
That “An Ordinance Relating to the Classification and Compensation of Officers, Employees and Personnel of the Police and Fire Departments (Compilation of Ordinances No. 41) and amended several times thereafter be further amended by striking from SECTION VA – DEPARTMENT HEADS, the following:
SECTION VA - DEPARTMENT HEADS
POSITION 01/01/2008
Assessor $65,000.00
And inserting in place thereof the following:
POSITION 04/30/2010
Assessor $70,000.00
In City Council – April 20, 2010
Ordered Printed – April 20, 2010
First Printing – April 23, 2010
Ordinance Passed – May 3, 2010
Presented to Mayor for Approval – May 4, 2010
Approved – May 4, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
Final Printing – May 10, 2010
#8366
On a motion by Councillor Patrick Gerry, seconded by Councillor Edward Gravel, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to order to Final Printing the following Ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO THE GRANTING OF LONGEVITY PAY.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDNER AS FOLLOWS:
That “An Ordinance Relative to the Granting of Longevity Pay (Compilation of Ordinances No. 61) adopted by the City Council and several times amended be further amended by striking Section 5 in its entirety.
In City Council – April 20, 2010
Ordered Printed – April 20, 2010
First Printing – April 23, 2010
Ordinance Passed – May 3, 2010
Presented to Mayor for Approval – May 4, 2010
Approved – May 4, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
Final Printing – May 10, 2010
#8367
On a motion by Councillor David Boudreau, seconded by Councillor Alice Anderson, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to order to Final Printing the following Ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO DEPARTMENT HEAD BENEFIT TIME AND LONGEVITY.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDNER AS FOLLOWS:
That “An Ordinance Relative to Department Head Benefit Time and Longevity (Compilation of Ordinances No. 166) adopted by the City Council and several times amended be further amended by striking Section 10-D in its entirety.
In City Council – April 20, 2010
Ordered Printed – April 20, 2010
First Printing – April 23, 2010
Ordinance Passed – May 3, 2010
Presented to Mayor for Approval – May 4, 2010
Approved – May 4, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
Final Printing – May 10, 2010
APPLICATIONS, PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, ETC.
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On a motion by Councillor Ronald Cormier, seconded by Councillor Alice Anderson, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to authorize filling a Firefighter/Private position in the Fire Department.
Presented to Mayor for approval – May 4, 2010
Approved – May 4, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
#8374
On a motion by Councillor Patrick Gerry, seconded by Councillor Edward Gravel, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to approve the Exemption of Financial Interest by Special Municipal Employee Benjamin Egan, Golf Professional, Golf Department, pursuant to G.L. C.268A, §20(d).
Presented to Mayor for approval – May 4, 2010
Approved – May 4, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
REPORTS OF STANDING COMITTEES
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
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Due to the absence of Committee members, the Public Safety Committee was granted more time to report on the Application of Philip Kinzer for a Junk Collector License.
NEW BUSINESS
On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor David Boudreau, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to consider New Business.
PUBLIC WELFARE COMMITTEE MEETING
Councillor Patrick Gerry announced the Public Welfare Committee will meet with the School Superintendent on Friday, May 7 at 1:00 P.M. to discuss the FY2011 School Department Budget.
Medication Drop-Off Program
Councillor Edward Gravel announced the Board of Health is sponsoring a Medication Drop-Off Program on Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Waterford Street School. Residents are encouraged to bring their expired, unwanted and/or unused medications for proper disposal. ~
WATER/SEWER DELINQUENCY NOTICES
Councillor David Boudreau announced water and sewer delinquency notices are being sent out this week. He encouraged delinquent property owners to contact officials to work out a payment plan.
NIKI PLOURDE/44th PILLSBURY BAKE-OFF FINALIST
Councillor Henry Ares recognized Ms. Niki Plourde’s achievements as a contestant in the Annual Pillsbury Bake-Off.
On a motion by Councillor Henry Ares, seconded by Councillor James Minns, it was on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to send a letter of congratulations to Ms. Plourde on her notable achievement.
GREATER GARDNER NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
Councillor Henry Areas reminded those in attendance that the Greater Gardner National Day of Prayer to be held on Thursday, May 6, 2010 from Noon to 1:00 P.M. at Monument Park.
“EAT PIZZA AND SUPPORT GARDNER”/225th Anniversary Celebration Benefit
Councillor Alice Anderson expressed thanks to everyone who participated in the “Eat Pizza and Support Gardner” fundraiser held at Papa Gino’s Restaurant on April 29th. The proceeds benefitted the City’s 225th Anniversary Celebration.
CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE “PURPLE LIGHT” CAMPAIGN
Councillor Alice Anderson urged the Councillors to stay after the May 17th meeting for the Breast Cancer Awareness “purple lighting” ceremony in front of at City Hall.
On a motion by Councillor Patrick Gerry, seconded by Councillor Edward Gravel, it was voted on voice vote, eight (8) yeas; two (2) absent, Councillors Joshua Cormier and Scott Graves; and, one (1) unsworn, Councillor-Elect James Robinson, Jr., to adjourn at 7:47 o’clock p.m. after recitation of the Closing Prayer.
Accepted by the City Council: May 17, 2010
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