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Tuesday evening, July 6, 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.
Any person may make a video or audio recording of an open session of a meeting, or may transmit the meeting through any medium, subject to reasonable requirements of the chair as to the number, placement and operation of equipment used so as not to interfere with the conduct of the meeting.~ Any person intending to make such recording shall notify the Chair forthwith. All Documents and exhibits used or referenced at the meeting must be submitted in duplicate to the City Clerk, as they become part of the Meeting Minutes.
Steve Marcotte, Staff Reporter for The Gardner News, identified himself and announced he planned to audio record the meeting. President Janssens informed the Council, where no objections were raised as to the manner and/or location of recording.
Roll call taken – Ten (10) members present, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau.
The Opening Prayer was recited in unison.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
OATH OF OFFICE
President Janssens declared a brief recess to allow Councillor James Robinson, Jr. to be administered the Oath of Office by the City Clerk, in accordance with the provisions of Section 23 of the City Charter, requiring the Oath be administered before the City Council. (Councillor Robinson was administered the Oath of Office by the City Clerk in the Clerk’s Office on June 1, 2010).
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Worcester, ss. Gardner, MA July 6, 2010
I, ALAN L. AGNELLI, City Clerk of the City of Gardner, do hereby certify that on the 6th day of July, 2010 at seven thirty o’clock in the evening, at a regular meeting of the City Council, I administered the oath as required by the City Charter to the following:
WARD 5 COUNCILLOR-ELECT James J. Robinson, Jr.
For Two Years
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councillor Joshua Cormier, seconded by Councillor Alice Anderson, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to accept the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 21, 2010, as written.
APPOINTMENT
#8423
On a motion by Councillor Joshua Cormier, seconded by Councillor James Robinson, Jr., it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to confirm the following appointment received from the Mayor:
KRISTIN EDSON-SHOUSE to the position of Member, Youth Commission for term expiring May 19, 2013.
Worcester, ss. July 6, 2010
Then personally appeared KRISTIN EDSON-SHOUSE and made oath that she would faithfully and impartially perform the duties of the office of Member, Youth Commission according to law and the best of her abilities.
Before me,
/s/ Alan L. Agnelli, City Clerk
ORDERS
#8424
Councillor Alice Anderson, speaking for the Finance Committee, read aloud a number of advantages to codifying the City’s ordinances, including maintaining them in a comprehensive, up-to-date and understandable form in a location that the average citizen can find and use; providing a single reliable resource for officials, enabling them to respond accurately to questions; and, serving as an efficient tool for police and other enforcement officials.
On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor Ronald Cormier, on recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on roll call, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to pass the following order:
AN ORDER TRANSFERRING FROM CITY COUNCIL, SALARY & WAGES, TO CITY CLERK, CODIFICATION.
ORDERED: That there be and is hereby transferred the sum of Two Thousand Seven Hundred Forty Dollars and No Cents ($2,740.00) from City Council, Salaries & Wages, to City Clerk, Codification, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2009 and ending June 30, 2010.
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
#8425
On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor Ronald Cormier, on recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on roll call, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to pass the following order:
AN ORDER TRANSFERRING FROM ELECTIONS & REGISTRATIONS, ELECTION OFFICERS SALARIES & WAGES, TO CITY CLERK, CODIFICATION.
ORDERED: That there be and is hereby transferred the sum of Eight Thousand Six Hundred Dollars and No Cents ($8,600.00) from Elections & Registrations, Election Officers Salaries, to City Clerk, Codification, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2009 and ending June 30, 2010.
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
#8426
On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor Ronald Cormier, on recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on roll call, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to pass the following order:
AN ORDER TRANSFERRING FROM ELECTIONS & REGISTRATIONS, PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, TO CITY CLERK, CODIFICATION.
ORDERED: That there be and is hereby transferred the sum of Four Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars and No Cents ($4,750.00) from Elections & Registrations, Professional Services, to City Clerk, Codification, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2009 and ending June 30, 2010.
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
#8427
On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor Ronald Cormier, on recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on roll call, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to pass the following order:
AN ORDER TRANSFERRING FROM CITY CLERK, SALARY & WAGES, TO CITY CLERK, PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.
ORDERED: That there be and is hereby transferred the sum of Eight Thousand Five-Hundred Dollars and No Cents ($8,500.00) from City Clerk, Salary & Wages, to City Clerk, Professional Services, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2009 and ending June 30, 2010.
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
#8428
On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor Ronald Cormier, on recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on roll call, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to pass the following order:
AN ORDER TRANSFERRING A SUM OF MONEY FROM VARIOUS GREENWOOD POOL ACCOUNTS TO GREENWOOD POOL, PART TIME LIFEGUARD SALARY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2009 TO JUNE 30, 2010.
ORDERED: That there be and is hereby transferred the sum of Three Thousand Fifty Dollars and No Cents ($3,050.00) from the following Greenwood Pool Accounts to Greenwood Pool, Part Time Lifeguard Salary for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010:
Repairs & Maintenance $ 2,000.00
Office Supplies 400.00
Pool Supplies 650.00
Total: $ 3,050.00
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
#8429
On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor Ronald Cormier, on recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on roll call, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to pass the following order:
AN ORDER TRANSFERRING A SUM OF MONEY FROM EMPLOYEE BENEFITS, UNEMPLOYMENT TO VARIOUS ACCOUNTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2009 TO JUNE 30, 2010.
ORDERED: That there be and is hereby transferred the sum of Twenty Six Thousand, Two Hundred Ninety Five Dollars and No Cents ($26,295.00) from Employee Benefits, Unemployment to the following accounts for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010:
Wire Inspector, Salary $2,295.00
Zoning Board, Communications 1,000.00
Mayor’s Unclassified, Telephone 15,000.00
Mayor’s Unclassified, Medical Exams 4,000.00
Mayor’s Unclassified, Arbitration 1,000.00
Mayor’s Unclassified, Water 1,000.00
Mayor’s Unclassified, Damages 2,000.00
Total: $26,295.00
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
#8430
On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor Ronald Cormier, on recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on roll call, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to pass the following order:
AN ORDER APPROPRIATING A SUM OF MONEY FROM INSURANCE RECOVERIES OVER $20,000 TO SCHOOL DEPARTMENT, SCHOOL EXPENSES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2009 TO JUNE 30, 2010.
ORDERED: That there be and is hereby appropriated the sum of Twenty Four Thousand, Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars and No Cents ($24,750.00) from Insurance Recoveries Over $20,000 to School Department, School Expenses for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010.
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
PETITIONS, APPLICATIONS, REMONSTRANCES, ETC.
#8431
Councillor Joshua Cormier, Chairman of the Public Safety Committee, explained the Ordinance change is necessary to accommodate peddlers for the 225th Anniversary parade which is to be held on a Sunday.
On a motion by Councillor Joshua Cormier, seconded by Councillor Scott Gravel, on recommendation of the Safety Committee, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to order to First Printing the following:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE LIMITING THE SCOPE OF OPERATION OF HAWKERS AND PEDDLERS
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDNER AS FOLLOWS:
That “An Ordinance Limiting the Scope of Operation of Hawkers and Peddlers (Ordinance No. 31) and amended several times thereafter, be further amended by inserting the following:
SECTION1A. Sunday, September 27, 2010 is hereby exempt from the prohibition against Sunday peddlers in recognition of the City of Gardner’s 225th Anniversary Celebration.
First Printing – July 12, 2010
#8432
Councillor Joshua Cormier, Chairman of the Public Safety Committee, explained the Committee has been working on a revised Junk Dealer Ordinance, the draft of which is modeled on the Town of Barnstable’s Bylaw.
On a motion by Councillor Joshua Cormier, seconded by Councillor Scott Gravel, on recommendation of the Safety Committee, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to refer to the Safety Committee for study and report “AN ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO JUNK DEALERS AND DEALERS IN SECOND HAND ARTICLES”.
#8433
Councillor Joshua Cormier, Chairman of the Public Safety Committee, explained the Ordinance amendment serves to address specific traffic safety and parking issues on Temple Street.
On a motion by Councillor Joshua Cormier, seconded by Councillor Scott Gravel, on recommendation of the Safety Committee, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to order to First Printing the following:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING RULES, ORDERS AND ORDINANCES FOR THE REGULATION OF TRAFFIC FOR THE CITY OF GARDNER, MASSACHUSETTS
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDNER AS FOLLOWS:
That “Rules, Orders and Ordinances for the Regulation of Traffic for the City of Gardner, Massachusetts” (Compilation of Ordinances No. 48) and amended several times thereafter be further amended by inserting under Article VI, section 2 (No Parking) the following:
Temple Street: South side, from the intersection of Elm Street easterly a distance of 110 feet.
South side, from the western intersection of Crescent Street, then westerly a distance of 80 feet.
South side, 20 feet west of the western intersection of Hospital Hill Road, then easterly to Nicolle Terrace.
North side, from the intersection of Lawrence Street, then easterly entire distance to Saunders Street.
First Printing – July 12, 2010
#8434
On a motion by Councillor Joshua Cormier, seconded by Councillor James Robinson, Jr., on recommendation of the Safety Committee, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to grant Life-Skills, Inc. (Closet Classics Too) a Junk Dealer License for the period May 1, 2010 to April 30, 2011.
#8435
On a motion by Councillor James Minns, seconded by Councillor Henry Ares, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau, to approve a request from Gardner Square Two, Inc., to restrict traffic from sections of Parker Street, Pleasant Street, Main Street and Central Street during the 71st Annual Experience Gardner Festival & Sidewalk Sale on Friday August 6th from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 7th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
#8436
On a motion by Councillor Ronald Cormier, seconded by Councillor Alice Anderson, on recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau, to authorize the City Engineer to fill the GIS & CAD position in the Survey Department, in accordance with the terms of the City Engineer’s letter dated July 1, 2010.
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
REPORTS OF STANDING COMITTEES
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMITTEE
#8385
Councillor James Minns, Chairman of the Public Service Committee, reported the Committee desires to move ahead and accept the statute, as well as to file the home rule petition seeking to place the question before Gardner voters on the November 2, 2010 State Election ballot. As it stands, the City no longer can plow unaccepted ways without accepting the statute. Councillor James Robinson stated that even if the voters accept the Statute, the City can still refuse to plow private ways. Councillor Joshua Cormier added that the list of unaccepted ways included in the Council packet isn’t the ‘end-all” list.
On a motion by Councillor James Minns, seconded by Councillor Henry Ares, it was voted on voice vote, nine (9) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) nay, Councillor Edward Gravel; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau, to accept the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 40, Section 6C, Removal of Ice and Snow from Private Ways and to direct the following question be placed on the official ballot for the election of officers at such city election, in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 40, Section 6D:
Shall the City of Gardner vote to accept the provisions of section six C of chapter forty of the General Laws, which authorize cities and towns to appropriate money for the removal of snow and ice from private ways therein open to public use?
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
#8437
On a motion by Councillor James Minns, seconded by Councillor Henry Ares, it was voted on voice vote, nine (9) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) nay, Councillor Edward Gravel; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau, as follows:
A PETITION FOR AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE PLACEMENT OF A CERTAIN QUESTION ON THE BALLOT TO BE USED AT THE 2010 BIENNIAL STATE ELECTION IN THE CITY OF GARDNER
To petition the General Court to the end that legislation be adopted precisely as follows.~ The General Court may make clerical or editorial changes of form only to the bill, unless the Mayor and City Council approve amendments to the bill before enactment by the General Court.~ The Mayor and City Council are hereby authorized to approve amendments which shall be within the scope of the general public objectives of this petition.~
Whereas, The deferred operation of this act would tend to defeat its purpose, therefore it is hereby declared to be an emergency law, necessary for the immediate preservation of the public convenience.
AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE PLACEMENT OF A CERTAIN QUESTION ON THE BALLOT TO BE USED AT THE 2010 BIENNIAL STATE ELECTION IN THE CITY OF GARDNER.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the same as follows:
SECTION~1.~~Notwithstanding the provisions of section 6D of chapter 40 of the General Laws as to the time and manner of voting on the question, the state secretary shall cause to be placed on the official ballot to be used in the city of Gardner at the biennial state election to be held in the year 2010 the following question:
Shall the city of Gardner vote to accept the provisions of section six C of chapter forty of the General Laws, which authorize cities and towns to appropriate money for the removal of snow and ice from private ways therein open to public use?
SECTION 2. If a majority of the votes in answer to said question is in the affirmative, then said section shall thereupon take full effect in such city or town, but not otherwise.
SECTION 3. This act shall take effect upon passage.
Presented to Mayor for approval – July 7, 2010
Approved – July 7, 2010
MARK P. HAWKE, Mayor
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
#8402
On a motion by Councillor Joshua Cormier, seconded by Councillor James Robinson, Jr., on recommendation of the Safety Committee, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to grant Gardner Ten Pins, Inc., 560 West Broadway, Gardner to Operate twenty-four (24) bowling alleys and one (1) billiard table, said license effective for the period May 1, 2010 to April 30, 2011.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
#8421
Councillor Alice Anderson, speaking for the Finance Committee, stated the Finance Committee is in favor of the proposed changes to the Finance Committee’s charges as historically have been under the Committee’s jurisdiction, including “Budget” and “Information Technology”, which now falls under the Treasurer’s Office. She added that the Annual budget would still be referred to the Council as Committee of the Whole. On a question from Councillor Joshua Cormier, Councillor Anderson stated the other Standing Committees would still receive budget reports for departments under their charge.
On a motion by Councillor Alice Anderson, seconded by Councillor Ronald Cormier, on recommendation of the Finance Committee, it was voted on voice vote, nine (9) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) nay, Councillor Scott Graves; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau to amend Council Rule No. 13.4 Committee on Finance, by inserting “Appointments & Vacancies”, “Budget”, and “Information Technology”, and amending “Tax Collector” and “Treasurer” to read “City Collector/Treasurer”; “Registrars” to read “Registrars of Voters”, and “Purchasing/Parking” to read “Purchasing &
Civil Code Enforcement”; and by deleting~“Mary E. Kane Building”.
#8438
On a motion by Councillor Ronald Cormier, seconded by Councillor Edward Gravel, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau, to “Recognize Arielle Maddocks of Gardner, a 2010 Honors Graduate of Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School, for achieving the Gold Medal in the Job Skill Demonstration Open Competition at the 2010 SkillsUSA National Championship Competition held in Kansas City, Missouri from June 22 to June 25”.
Councillors Ronald Cormier and Edward Gravel presented Ms. Maddocks with a Recognition Certificate. Councillor Gravel read aloud comments about Ms. Maddock’s award (attached), and Councillor Ronald Cormier commented on the excellent educational institution that is Monty Tech.
#8439
On a motion by Councillor Ronald Cormier, seconded by Councillor Joshua Cormier, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau, to “Recognize Gail Landy as she enters into retirement~after serving the City of Gardner for over twenty-three years as Director of the Levi Heywood Memorial Library.~Gail’s leadership was instrumental in the successful operation of the library and which saw incredible growth in its use. The new library serves as a living testimonial to her efforts and leadership, and without her efforts, it would not have been possible to create this marvelous institution”.
NEW BUSINESS
On a motion by Councillor Joshua Cormier, seconded by Councillor Alice Anderson, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau, to consider New Business.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS AIR CONDITIONING
Councillor James Minns commented on the first use of air conditioning in the Council Chambers in his twenty years on the Council and thanked the persons responsible.
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Councillor Henry Ares announced the Summer Concert Series begins on Saturday night at 6:00 p.m. at Monument Park and acknowledged the great job the Committee has done and continues to do for the concerts.
GREENWOOD MEMORIAL POOL
Councillor James Robinson commented on the enjoyable morning he had swimming at Greenwood Memorial Pool, adding that lifeguards are now on duty and swim lessons are available.
YOUTH COMMISSION-SPONSORED “MOVIES IN THE PARK”
Councillor Joshua Cormier announced the Youth Commission-sponsored “Movies in the Park” begin on Friday and are free and open to the public.
HEAT WAVE/NEIGHBORLY ADVICE
Councillor Joshua Cormier encouraged those who have elderly neighbors to check in on them during the heat wave.
GARDNER 225TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION EVENTS
President Neil Janssens extended his thanks and appreciation to the 225th Anniversary Committee for the tremendous job in putting together the events of the past weekend, including the fireworks and concert. He cited the work of Scott Huntoon and Chuck LaHaye, and noted the outstanding efforts of Jennifer Griest, the Mayor’s Secretary.
ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Councillor Joshua Cormier, seconded by Councillor Alice Anderson, it was voted on voice vote, ten (10) yeas, Councillors Alice Anderson, Henry Ares, Joshua Cormier, Ronald Cormier, Patrick Gerry, Edward Gravel, Scott Graves, James Minns, James Robinson, Jr. and President Neil Janssens; one (1) absent, Councillor David Boudreau, to adjourn at 8:08 o’clock p.m. after recitation of the Closing Prayer.
Accepted by the City Council: August 2, 2010
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