Cambridge, Ma
R-1.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: As part of the Lesley University commencement celebration, President Margaret A. McKenna will be recognizing Lesley’s 2001 honorary degree recipients on Sunday, May 20, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Those 2001 honorary degree recipients are Debbie Allen, (Actor, Author, Dancer/ Choreographer, Director, Producer, and Singer); H. Peter Karoff, (founder and chairman of the Philanthropic Initiative, Inc.); Margaret H. Marshall, (Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts); Michael Mazur, (Artist); and Sabastiao Salgado, (Photojournalist) now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this Cambridge City Council go on record congratulating the 2001 honorary degree recipients and extend our best wishes to them and to the Lesley University Class of 2001; and be it further
RESOLVED: The City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to President Margaret A. McKenna of Lesley University and to each honorary degree recipient on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-2.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: On Thursday, May 31, 2001 a reception will be held for volunteer tutors and adult learners involved in The Cambridge Public Library Literacy Project at the Senior Center located at 806 Massachusetts Avenue; and
WHEREAS: The tutors and adult learners include native and non-native English speakers from a wide range of backgrounds; and
WHEREAS: The learners are working to improve their literacy skills in order to further their personal and professional lives and to be more involved in their communities; and
WHEREAS: Twenty-one committee volunteers meet with students weekly for one-on-one tutorials based on individualized learning plans; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council congratulate the partnership between the dedicated adult learners and the volunteers committed to helping them reach their goals and extend best wishes to all; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Cambridge Public Library Literacy Project on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-3.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: On Friday, May 18, 2001 the Annual Salvation Army Awards Luncheon will be held at the Hyatt Regency, Cambridge at 12:00 noon; and
WHEREAS: This event will pay tribute to those individuals who assist the Salvation Army in serving the residents of Cambridge; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council thank all who have assisted in serving the residents of Cambridge for their commitment and dedication and wish the Salvation Army a successful event; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to The Salvation Army on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-4.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Mary T. (Fitzgerald) Arruda on April 28, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Mary was the loving daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Meade) Fitzgerald; and
WHEREAS: Mary was the beloved wife of the late Anthony Arruda; and
WHEREAS: Mary’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her children Patricia Mazzone and her husband Guy; Susan Aznavoorian and her husband Ara; Mary LaFratta and her husband Jay Hoyt; Joseph Arruda; and Anthony Arruda and his wife Julie; her brother Joseph Fitzgerald; her nine grandchildren; and one great grandson; and
WHEREAS: Mary will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Mary T. Arruda at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Arruda family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-5.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of William F. Buresh on April 24, 2001; and
WHEREAS: William was a member of AFL-CIO Local 369 and the VFW Mount Auburn Post #8818; and
WHEREAS: William was the beloved husband of the late Marion L. (Nugent) Buresh; and
WHEREAS: William’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his daughter Gail K. Buresh and her husband Stan Garfield; his granddaughter Kristen M. Garfield; his grandson Kenneth W. Garfield; and his many nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS: William will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of William F. Buresh at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Buresh family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-6.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of John T. Butler on April 24, 2001; and
WHEREAS: John was the son of the late Joseph and Alice Butler; and
WHEREAS: John was the beloved husband of the late Rita M. (Mazza) Butler; and
WHEREAS: John’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his siblings Dorothy Day, Margaret Butler and Robert T. Butler; and his many nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS: John will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of John T. Butler at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Butler family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-7.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Antonio M. Cabral on April 25, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Antonio’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his wife Vivelina (Gomes) Cabral; his children Nair Moreira, Fatima Bergmann, Lurdes Francisco, Izilda Fargoso and Antonio, Humberto, Jose and David Cabral; his siblings Isedoria Raposo and Virginia Pavao; his thirteen grandchildren; and his two great grandchildren; and
WHEREAS: Antonio will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Antonio M. Cabral at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Cabral family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-8.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Harim Diaz on April 25, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Harim's passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his parents Roberto and Consuelo (Diaz) Maisonet; his siblings Louis Felicino and Carmen and Maria Maisonet; his girlfriend Nancy Cristy; and his nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS: Harim will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Harim Diaz at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Diaz family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-9.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Jean (Poingdester) Garland on April 22, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Jean was the beloved wife of the late Sherman Garland; and
WHEREAS: Jean’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her children Pamela Dimond, Diane Fumia, Janet Williams and Allen and Donald Garland; her sister Shirley Heise; her brothers John and Charles Poingdester; and her twelve grandchildren; and
WHEREAS: Jean will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Jean Garland at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Garland family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-10.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: It has come to the attention of the City Council that George M. Loiacono, Assistant Clerk of Courts at the Cambridge Court House is retiring; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record expressing appreciation to George M. Loiacono for his many years of public service; and be it further
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending best wishes to George M. Loiacono on the occasion of his retirement; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to George M. Loiacono on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-11.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Esstarr Harris on April 22, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Esstarr was the beloved daughter of Jessie Harris and the late Charlie Shaw; and
WHEREAS: Esstarr’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her mother Jessie Harris; her fiancee Kenneth Eliuk; her children Scott, Catherine and Corrine Harris, Lajuanna Washington and Diamond Ennis; her siblings Clarence Anderson, Jacques St. Marc, Linda Harris and Jessie Hicks; her grandchildren Teyahnie, Tony Candice and Darryl; and her many relatives and friends; and
WHEREAS: Esstarr will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Esstarr Harris at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Harris family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-12.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Frank E. Jepson, Sr. on April 28, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Frank was the beloved husband of the late Alice (Rosenberger) Jepson; and
WHEREAS: Frank was the devoted father of the late Frank Jepson, Jr; and
WHEREAS: Frank’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his wife Anne Marie (Early) Jepson; his children Kelly, John, Robert, David, Shaun and Katie; his four grandchildren; and his brother Chester Jepson; and
WHEREAS: Frank will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Frank E. Jepson, Sr. at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Jepson family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-13.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Edward F. Kelly on April 29, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Edward was a Boston College Graduate, Class of 1969; and
WHEREAS: Edward was a Graduate of Harvard Law School; and
WHEREAS: Edward was the beloved son of Ann (Cleary) Kelly and the late Edward L. Kelly; and
WHEREAS: Edward’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his mother Ann Kelly; his son Eamon Kelly; his partner Paula Tirrell; his brothers Frank and William Kelly; his niece Meredith Kelly; his nephew Ryan Kelly; and his several aunts and uncles; and
WHEREAS: Edward will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Edward F. Kelly at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Kelly family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk
R-14.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Sister Anne Judge, S.N.D. on April 27, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Sister Anne served as Principal of St. Joseph School in Quincy, St. Patrick's School in Roxbury and St. Gabriel School in Milford, Connecticut; and
WHEREAS: Sister Anne taught at the Blessed Sacrament School in Jamaica Plain, the Fontbonne Academy in Milton, the St. Aedan School in New Haven, Connecticut, the St. Teresa School in Providence, Rhode Island, the St. Justin School in Hartford, Connecticut and the Blessed Sacrament School in Cambridge; and
WHEREAS: Sister Anne was the beloved daughter of Anna G. (McDuffie) Judge and the late Sheldon C. Judge; and
WHEREAS: Sister Anne's passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her mother Anna G. Judge; her sister Virginia Abbadessa; her brothers Thomas P. and Lieutenant S. Leo Judge; and her many nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS: Sr. Anne will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Sr. Anne Judge at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Judge family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-15.
MAYOR GALLUCCIO May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Pauline M. (Forgetta) O'Donnell on April 24, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Pauline was a foster grandparent at the Haggerty School in Cambridge for twenty years; and
WHEREAS: Pauline served on the board of Catholic Charities for many years; and
WHEREAS: Pauline was active in the Catholic Daughters of America, Sacred Heart Friendship Club and the V.F.W. Post #8818; and
WHEREAS: Pauline was the beloved wife of the late Peter J. O'Donnell; and
WHEREAS: Pauline was the mother of the late Robert O'Donnell; and
WHEREAS: Pauline was the sister of the late Luke and James Forgetta; and
WHEREAS: Pauline’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her sons James, Richard, Peter, Kenny and Patrick O'Donnell; her daughters Marie Macomber and Pauline O'Donnell; her daughters-in-law Donna, Sharon, Deborah, Roxane, Charlotte and Helen O'Donnell; her nineteen grandchildren and thirty one great grandchildren; and her sisters Angela Forgetta and Margaret Smith; and
WHEREAS: Pauline will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Pauline M. O'Donnell at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the O'Donnell family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk
R-16.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Mariano Paiva on April 26, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Mariano’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his wife Maria (Silva) Paiva; his children Fatima Cabral, Lucia Medeiros, Ana Farietta, Natercia Amaya, Jose A., Saul, Alvaro, Andre P. and Manuel E. Paiva; his twenty three grandchildren; and his eleven great grandchildren; and
WHEREAS: Mariano will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Mariano Paiva at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Paiva family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-17.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Manuel Carreiro Quieto on April 25, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Manuel's passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his wife Maria L. (Faria) Quieto; his children Jacinto M. Carreiro, Izilda F. Brandao, Rosa M. Fagundes and Paul J. Carreiro; his sisters Julieta and Maria Silva; and his twelve grandchildren; and
WHEREAS: Manuel will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Manuel Carreiro Quieto at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Quieto family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-18.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Mary E. Schuler on April 23, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Mary was the beloved sister of the late Attorney Joseph Schuler; and
WHEREAS: Mary’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her sister Margaret Schuler Barrett; and her many nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS: Mary will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Mary E. Schuler at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Schuler family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-19.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Edward J. Sdankus on April 27, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Edward was a World War II Army veteran; and
WHEREAS: Edward was a retired Cambridge Fire Department Arson Inspector; and
WHEREAS: Edward was a member and past Commander of the Polish American Veterans of Cambridge and past Commander of the Polish American Veterans of Massachusetts; and
WHEREAS: Edward’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his wife Josephine (Urbanowicz) Sdankus; his children Daniel E., Steven and Joanne Sdankus, Barbara L. Bergeron and her husband Edward; his sisters Ann Santocki and Stella Daszuta; his ten grandchildren; and his many nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS: Edward will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Edward J. Sdankus at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Sdankus family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-20.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Martha E. (Moore) Travers on April 30, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Martha was the beloved wife of the late Major W. Travers; and
WHEREAS: Martha’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her children Edgar Travers and his wife Bonnie, Anna Tobio Miele, Beatrice Turk and her husband Arthur, Major Travers and his wife Ethel; Carolyn Comfort and her husband James and Kathleen Hammond; her thirty four grandchildren; her fifty eight great grandchildren; and her nineteen great great grandchildren; and
WHEREAS: Martha will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Martha E. Travers at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Travers family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-21.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its Get Well wishes to Patricia "Tee" Kelly; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Patricia "Tee" Kelly on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-22.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That the Cambridge City Council goes on record extending its deepest sympathy to the families of Gregory Chan, Stephen Glidden, Kayla Rosenberg and Melissa Leung, the four children who perished in the bus accident in Canada; and be it further
RESOLVED: That this City Council express its sympathy to the City of Newton for its terrible loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the families of Gregory Chan, Stephen Glidden, Kayla Rosenberg and Melissa Leung and the City of Newton on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-23.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Mary E. (Lucien) Ruma on April 26, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Mary was a life member of VFW 3273 Ladies Auxiliary and the Polish American Club in Cambridge; and
WHEREAS: Mary was the beloved wife of the late John Ruma; and
WHEREAS: Mary’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her children Mary Ellen Girard and her husband Albert, Frances J. Dion and her husband Eugene Morrow; Frank J. Souza, Jr. and his wife Nancy and Michael E. Souza; her siblings Richard Kennedy, Margaret Barnett, Helen Banks and Joanne Levins; her twelve grandchildren; and her eighteen great grandchildren; and
WHEREAS: Mary will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Mary E. Ruma at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Ruma family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-24.
May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
ORDERED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to prepare a suitable resolution on the death of Daniel O'Connor.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-25.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Marino "Ozzie" Iannuzzi on April 25, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Ozzie was a World War II Navy veteran; and
WHEREAS: Ozzie was a retired employee of the City of Cambridge; and
WHEREAS: Ozzie’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his wife Teresa (Tasher) Iannuzzi; his daughter Diane Pacheco; his son Michael Iannuzzi and his wife Denise; his grandson Steven Pacheco; his sister Alice Ferrarini; and his best friend Billy Mitza; and
WHEREAS: Ozzie will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Marino "Ozzie" Iannuzzi at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Ianuzzi family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-26.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Berchouhi (Hamzalian) Minassian on April 26, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Berchouhi was the beloved wife of the late Minas Minassian; and
WHEREAS: Berchouhi’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her children Harout A. Minasian and his wife Gayanee, Stephan Minassian and his wife Luclk, Mardiros Manassian and his wife Agavani, Annik Melkonian and her husband Pierre and Nevard Ayanyan and her husband Akop; her eleven grandchildren; her nine great grandchildren; and her sister Sally Sarkisian; and
WHEREAS: Berchouhi will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Berchouhi Minassian at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Minassian family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-27.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Dr. Vincent J. Scali on April 30, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Vincent’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his wife Marian P. (Imbrogna) Scali; his sons Richard V., Executive Secretary of the Cambridge License Commission and Philip P. Scali; his daughters Cheryl A. Scali, Susan M. McKenzie and Nancy B. DiDuca; his sister Rose A. Scali; and his six grandchildren; and
WHEREAS: Vincent will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Vincent J. Scali at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Scali family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-28.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Kathryn A. (Sutton) Eagan on April 30, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Kathryn was the beloved wife of the late Timothy C. Eagan; and
WHEREAS: Kathryn's passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her many nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews and great great nieces and great great nephews; and
WHEREAS: Kathryn will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Kathryn A. Eagan at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Eagan family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-29.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of James A. Ronchetti on April 30, 2001; and
WHEREAS: James was the beloved son of the late Cesare and Clotilde Ronchetti; and
WHEREAS: James was the loving father of Joseph C. Ronchetti; and
WHEREAS: James will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of James A. Ronchetti at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Ronchetti family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-30.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record congratulating Sarah Nolan on the occasion of her being named as recipient of the Mac Davis Award; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Sarah Nolan on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-31.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: It has come to the attention of the City Council that Kaethe Peters has been chosen as the recipient of the Second Annual Jeanne V. Burton Advocacy Award; and
WHEREAS: Kaethe was nominated for this award by numerous community leaders, professionals and friends for her outstanding contributions to the community; and
WHEREAS: Kaethe has provided many enriching programs in the arts and recreation through the Community Schools Program of Cambridge; and
WHEREAS: Kaethe has been especially devoted to the school children of Cambridge; and
WHEREAS: Among her many innovative contributions to our children is her introduction of a specialized program to teach music skills to students with special needs at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record expressing its appreciation and congratulations to Kaethe Peters on receiving the Jeanne V. Burton Advocacy Award; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Kaethe Peters on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-32.
May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: On April 26, 2001 the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce celebrated the outstanding achievements of Cambridge area businesses with its annual Excellence in Business Awards; and
WHEREAS: Each year the Chamber presents awards to companies, organizations or individuals in the following categories: New Member of the Year, Corporate Citizen of the Year, the Leading Edge, Small Business of the Year, and the Carl F. Barron Business Person of the Year; and
WHEREAS: This year William Sage was awarded the "Carl F. Barron Business Person of the Year" Excellence in Business Award; and
WHEREAS: William Sage is the Executive Vice President of Sage Hotel Corporation, which owns and operates three area hotels including the Radisson Hotel on Memorial Drive in Cambridge; and
WHEREAS: William has dedicated many hours to expanding and improving the tourism industry; his efforts were key in the City's establishment of an Office for Tourism; he assisted in the Chamber's creation of the "Taste of Cambridge," showcasing local restaurants, and in the creation of the Chamber's first Restaurant Guide; and he was a founder of the Cambridge Hotel Association; and
WHEREAS: William is also an active member of the Morse School Improvement Council; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record congratulating William Sage on winning the "Carl F. Barron Business Person of the Year" Excellence in Business Award; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to William Sage on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-33.
May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: On April 26, 2001 the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce celebrated the outstanding achievements of Cambridge area businesses with its annual Excellence in Business Awards; and
WHEREAS: Each year the Chamber presents awards to companies, organizations or individuals in the following categories: New Member of the Year, Corporate Citizen of the Year, the Leading Edge, Small Business of the Year, and the Carl F. Barron Business Person of the Year; and
WHEREAS: This year Zipcar was awarded the "Small Business of the Year" Excellence in Business Award; and
WHEREAS: Zipcar provides "wheels when you want them;" with 37 cars parked all over the area that members can reserve by the hour; Zipcar pays for gas, insurance and maintenance and each Zipcar has a dedicated parking space, so time is never wasted looking for parking when returning the car; and
WHEREAS: Zipcar is committed to improving the quality of urban life and the community by encouraging people not to own cars; for every Zipcar there are approximately eight fewer cars on the road; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record congratulating Zipcar for winning the "Small Business of the Year" Excellence in Business Award; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Zipcar on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-34.
May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: On April 26, 2001 the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce celebrated the outstanding achievements of Cambridge area businesses with its annual Excellence in Business Awards; and
WHEREAS: Each year the Chamber presents awards to companies, organizations or individuals in the following categories: New Member of the Year, Corporate Citizen of the Year, the Leading Edge, Small Business of the Year, and the Carl F. Barron Business Person of the Year; and
WHEREAS: This year Transkaryotic Therapies, Inc. (TKT) was awarded the "Leading Edge" Excellence in Business Award; and
WHEREAS: TKT is a biopharmaceutical company developing gene-based therapies for the treatment of a wide-range of human diseases; TKT's gene activation therapy represents the first new approach to manufacturing biotechnology products since the development of recombinant techniques; and
WHEREAS: TKT has dedicated a major part of its research effort towards developing cures to treat rare genetic diseases; and
WHEREAS: TKT is also expanding support for the city's homeless shelters and programs for children; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record congratulating Transkaryotic Therapies, Inc. for winning the 2001 "Leading Edge" Excellence in Business Award; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Transkaryotic Therapies, Inc.on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-35.
May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: On April 26, 2001 the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce celebrated the outstanding achievements of Cambridge area businesses with its annual Excellence in Business Awards; and
WHEREAS: Each year the Chamber presents awards to companies, organizations or individuals in the following categories: New Member of the Year, Corporate Citizen of the Year, the Leading Edge, Small Business of the Year, and the Carl F. Barron Business Person of the Year; and
WHEREAS: This year the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center has been awarded the "Corporate Citizen of the Year" Excellence in Business Award; and
WHEREAS: The Volpe National Transportation Systems Center is a part of the United States Department of Transportation (DOT). The Center develops integrated systems approaches to critical transportation challenges for DOT, other federal agencies, state and local government agencies and some international entities; it is the sixth largest overall employer in Cambridge; and
WHEREAS: In 1992, the Center establishes the award-volunteer educational outreach program, Volpe TEAM (Tutoring, Educating and Mentoring) to provide programs at the elementary, high school and adult levels; the program currently has three volunteer programs in place; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record congratulating the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center on receiving the 2001 "Corporate Citizen of the Year" Excellence in Business Award; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to The Volpe National Transportation Systems Center on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-36.
VICE MAYOR MAHER May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: On April 26, 2001 the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce celebrated the outstanding achievements of Cambridge area businesses with its annual Excellence in Business Awards; and
WHEREAS: Each year the Chamber presents awards to companies, organizations or individuals in the following categories: New Member of the Year, Corporate Citizen of the Year, the Leading Edge, Small Business of the Year, and the Carl F. Barron Business Person of the Year; and
WHEREAS: This year Dimesworth, Inc. was awarded the "New Member of Year" Excellence in Business Award; and
WHEREAS: Dimesworth offers a variety of consulting services centered on back office needs for new and transitioning companies, specializing in financial consulting, project management, bookkeeping, office procedures design, on-site training, procedural manuals and web design; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record congratulating Dimesworth, Inc. on the occasion of its being awarded the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce 2001 "New Member of the Year" Excellence in Business Award; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Dimesworth, Inc. on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-37.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
RESOLVED: That the City Council extend its congratulations to the Reverend Cheryl Townsend Gilkes on the publication of her first book "If it Wasn't for the Women;" and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Cheryl Townsend Gilkes on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-38.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: Kadijah Britton has become engaged! now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council extend its best wishes to Kadijah Britton and Anne Marles on the occasion of their engagement; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the newly affianced couple on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-39.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: Joseph and Nahil Sater, well known and much loved Central Square restaurateurs, have an exciting new culinary venture in Central Square - Zuzu's; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record welcoming Zuzu's to Central Square; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Council extend its best wishes to Joseph and Nahil Sater on their newest contribution to the cuisine and cultural ambience of Central Square; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Joseph and Nahil Sater on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-40.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: It has come to the attention of the Cambridge City Council that the Reverend Kanice Hughes will be the speaker for St. Paul A.M.E. Women's Day; and
WHEREAS: Reverend Hughes is a graduate of Cambridge Rindge and Latin; and
WHEREAS: Reverend Hughes guest appearance will be a homecoming experience that the St. Paul A.M.E. looks forward to celebrating with her; and
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record welcoming Reverend Hughes home to Cambridge; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record wishing the Reverend Hughes and the entire St. Paul A.M.E. congregation a wonderful Women's Day; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Reverend Hughes on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-41.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: The Honorable Lance Clarke, a native Cantabrigian, has recently been elected Justice of the Court of the Village of Hempstead, New York; and
WHEREAS: Lance attended Matignon High School, Tufts University and Suffolk University Law School; and
WHEREAS: Lance is a son of Cambridge whose achievements have continued to make Cantabrigians proud; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the Cambridge City Council congratulates Lance Clarke on his election and send him best wishes and congratulations; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the Cambridge City Council congratulates Lance's proud mother, Elizabeth Pilgrim Clarke; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Lance Clarke and Elizabeth Pilgrim Clarke on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-42.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: Raymond Bandar has become engaged! now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record expressing its congratulations to Raymond and Ann and wishing them every happiness; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the newly affianced couple on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-43.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: It has come to the attention of the City Council that New England Confectionery Company (NECCO) is relocating to Revere; and
WHEREAS: NECCO has been a pre-eminent Cambridge business for 75 years; and
WHEREAS: Most of us know someone who has worked at NECCO in Cambridge; all of know someone who has had a NECCO wafer if we have not had one ourselves - in short, NECCO is a part of our understanding of Cambridge; and
WHEREAS: An old city, like an experienced parent, wishes the best for the ones who stay and the ones who leave; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record expressing its appreciation and best wishes to New England Confectionery Company as it relocates from Cambridge to Revere; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to New England Confectionery Company on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-44.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record extending congratulations to the Cambridge Family YMCA Sea Cobras and their coach Dawn Lopez Johnson on their successful season; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Sea Cobras and Dawn Lopez Johnson on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-45.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record extending congratulations to the Cambridge Rindge and Latin Boy's Swimming and Diving Team and their coach Paul Fitzgerald on their successful season; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Cambridge Rindge and Latin Boy's Swimming and Diving Team and Paul Fitzgerald on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-46.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: It has come to the attention of the City Council that David Rivard, a celebrated poet and long-time Cambridge resident, has been named a John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation fellow for 2001; and
WHEREAS: David is a lecturer in English at Tufts University; and
WHEREAS: David is the author of poetry collections including Bewitched Playground and Wise Poison; and
WHEREAS: David is the winner of the James Laughlin Prize from the Academy of American Poets; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record extending its congratulations to David Rivard, author of Bewitched Playground, for having been named a John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation fellow for 2001; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to David Rivard on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-47.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: On Wednesday, June 6, 2001 The Greater Boston Catholic Charities will hold a luncheon in honor of the Eastern Middlesex County Foster Grandparents; and
WHEREAS: This event will be held from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM at the Somerville City Club, Innerbelt Road, Somerville; and
WHEREAS: Foster Grandparent Program Volunteers serve as assistant teachers, give support with reading and math, nurture the young, and support and encourage young people to do well; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council recognize and thank these many volunteers who have taken the time to care and nurture the young and for all their hard work given to the communities; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of the resolution to Greater Boston Catholic Charities on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-48.
May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Genevieve K. "Jean" (Kozlowsky) Lenkauskas on May 1, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Jean was the beloved wife of the late John G. Lenkauskas; and
WHEREAS: Jean was the devoted mother of Carol J. Lenkauskas; and
WHEREAS: Jean’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her son Robert J. Lenkauskas; her five grandchildren; and her five great grandchildren; and
WHEREAS: Jean will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Genevieve K. "Jean" Lenkauskas at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Lenkauskas family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-49.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: On Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. the Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services will sponsor ElderFair; and
WHEREAS: The ElderFair event will be held at the Charles G. Harrington School at 850 Cambridge Street, Cambridge; and
WHEREAS: This event is a festival in honor of the senior citizens of the community; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council goes on record applauding all the seniors of our community and urge all seniors to be cognizant of and to have an enjoyable time at the ElderFair; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-50.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: Give Liberty A Hand! is a special event which will be held on Wednesday, June 20, 2001 at 5:00 p.m. at the Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston; and
WHEREAS: This event is being planned by the Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition (MIRA); and
WHEREAS: The event will honor John G. O'Brien, the Chief Executive Officer of the Cambridge Health Alliance for his tireless work to better the health care of immigrants and refugees; and
WHEREAS: Mr. O'Brien, along with MIRA, was instrumental in supporting and passage by the legislature of legislation that requires interpreter services in the emergency rooms of hospitals; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record congratulating Mr. John G. O'Brien for being honored by the MIRA and further urging all residents to participate in this special event; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to MIRA and Mr. John G. O'Brien on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-51.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: The Million Mom March Rally For Sensible Gun Laws will take place on Mother's Day, May 13, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. at the Boston Common; and
WHEREAS: Concerned citizens from all over the commonwealth will attend to learn from each other how we can work together to end the epidemic of gun violence; and
WHEREAS: The keynote speaker will be Gregory Gibson, author of Gone Boy: A Walkabout, an insightful and moving story of a father's attempts to make sense - in both large and small ways - of his son's murder; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record expressing its support for the Mother's Day Million Mom March Rally for Sensible Gun Laws and urging all Cantabrigians to be cognizant of this important event.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-52.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: The Cambridge Family YMCA turns 150 years old on June 9, 2001; and
WHEREAS: One out of every three Americans are reported to be members of the YMCA; and
WHEREAS: The YMCA's have provided many services over the years including inventing basketball and volleyball, pioneered camping, public libraries, night schools and taught English as a second language; and
WHEREAS: YMCA's introduced the first indoor pool and group swimming lessons and offered after-school child care programs; and
WHEREAS: YMCA's have also provided war relief since the Civil War, helped found the United Services Organization (USO); and
WHEREAS: The Peace Corp was patterned after a YMCA program; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending best wishes to the Cambridge Family YMCA on the occasion of its 150th Anniversary which will be celebrated at an Anniversary Bash on Saturday, June 9, 2001 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Cambridge Family YMCA on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-53.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: There are certain people who make Greater Boston the unique place that it is; and
WHEREAS: A truly unique part of our local universe is the incomparable Radio Man Jazz scholar Eric Jackson and his notable WGBH radio program "Jazz with Eric in the Evening;" and
WHEREAS: "Jazz with Eric…" debuted in 1981, and with it he became one of WGBH's and Boston's most popular radio personalities; and
WHEREAS: Eric is an active promoter of jazz locally and nationally, and he makes numerous appearances each year; he lectures on the history of jazz at the Longy School of Music, and has taught the history of African American music at Northeastern University and was instrumental in the development of the International Jazz Hall of Fame in Kansas City; and
WHEREAS: Above all Eric has been a superb educator; he has taught thousands of people about the incredible scope and magic of jazz, in a way that entertained them as well as informed them; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record congratulating Eric Jackson on the 20th Anniversary of "Jazz with Eric in the Evening" and expressing its sincere hope for 20 more equally excellent years; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Eric Jackson on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-54.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
WHEREAS: The 14th Annual Tribute to Abigail Adams Award Recipients will be held on Tuesday, June 19, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. at the Fleet Boston Financial, 100 Federal Street, 34th Floor, Boston; and
WHEREAS: Clare Dalton, Professor of Law at Northeastern University, is being honored for the creation of the nationally recognized Domestic Violence Institute; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council Council go on record extending its congratulations to Clare Dalton for being the recipient of the Abigail Adams Award; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Clare Dalton on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-55.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: Mr. A.K.M. Zahangir Hossain, M.P., Honorable State Minister, Ministry of Textiles from the Republic of Bangladesh, will be visiting the United States from May 5-12, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Mr. A.K.M. Zahangir Hossain will participate in an Executive Program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, entitled "Leadership for the 21st Century: Chaos, Conflict & Courage," from May 6-11, 2001; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the Cambridge City Council go on record extending a hardy Cambridge welcome to State Minister from the Republic of Bangladesh, Mr. A.K.M. Zahangir Hossain, to the City of Cambridge; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to prepare a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution for presentation to Mr. A.K.M. Zahangir Hossain on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-56.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Elizabeth Chamberlin on May 1, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Elizabeth was the beloved sister of the late Dr. Harrie Chamberlin and Carey J. Chamberlin, Jr.; and
WHEREAS: Elizabeth’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family, her sister Sally Chamberlin Cook, her sisters-in-law Sally Bell Chamberlin and Elizabeth Inches Chamberlin; and her many nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS: Elizabeth will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Elizabeth Chamberlin at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Chamberlin family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-57.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
WHEREAS: National Nurses Week is being held the week of May 6, 2001 to honor those women and men who have committed their lives to serving the sick in our community; and
WHEREAS: "'Nurses are the True Spirit of Caring' is this year's theme for National Nurses Week this year; and
WHEREAS: The Cambridge Health Alliance has scheduled a number of events to honor the more than 500 nurses in the Alliance system who have committed themselves to serving those in need; and
WHEREAS: To underscore the fact that nurses are the "true spirit of caring" at the Alliance, nursing staff from four clinical service areas at the Alliance have been selected to talk about their experiences as health professionals who enjoy working in a community health setting; and
WHEREAS: The staff, chosen for their outstanding service at the Alliance include Louise Charles, RN, Michael Iovanni, RN, Eileen Munyon, RN, and Lola Roland, RN; and
WHEREAS: The Alliance is an important employer in our community and currently offers a number of exceptional nursing career opportunities; and
WHEREAS: To attract people to these careers the Cambridge Health Alliance each year provides scholarships to local residents pursuing careers in health care; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council designate the week of May 6, 2001 as National Nurses Week in Cambridge and thank the Cambridge Health Alliance for supporting this week that highlights the importance of the nursing profession; and be it further
RESOLVED: That this City Council take the opportunity to thank all those women and men who have dedicated their lives to the health of our community and thank those who have chosen the profession of nursing to serve their community; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to prepare a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Cambridge Health Alliance on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-58.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: Jim and Penny Peters are grandparents; and
WHEREAS: Jim and Penny's daughter Amanda gave birth to a son, Hazen Peters Emerson, on Wednesday, May 2, 2001; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its congratulations to the new parents, Amanda Peters and Dave Emerson, and further welcoming Hazen into the world; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record extending its congratulations to the proud grandparents, Jim and Penny Peters, on the birth of their grandson Hazen Peters Emerson; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Amanda Peters and Dave Emerson and Jim and Penny Peters on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-59.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Joseph L. Shelzi on May 2, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Joseph was a World War II Army Air Corps veteran; and
WHEREAS: Joseph’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his wife Theresa R. (Vigiliante) Shelzi; his children Antonia "Toni", Joseph L. Jr., Peter P., John, Vincent, Dominic and Damien Shelzi, Maria DelRio and Clare Thompson; his siblings Rose Marinaccio, Rocco Shelzi,Mary Errichetti and Ann White; and his fourteen grandchildren; and
WHEREAS: Joseph will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Joseph L. Shelzi at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Shelzi family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-60.
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR REEVES
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
WHEREAS: The Committee to Establish Italian Heritage Month worked diligently to have the Month of October officially observed as Italian Heritage Month in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the United States of America; and
WHEREAS: On October 7, 1999, Governor Argeo Paul Cellucci enacted into law, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 1999: An Act Providing for the Annual Observance of October as Italian Heritage Month; and
WHEREAS: On October 28, 1999 the U.S. House of Representatives enacted House Resolution 347, expressing its support for the goals and ideas of Italian Heritage Month and recognized the significant contributions that Italian Americans have made to the United States; and
WHEREAS: Every October, ceremonies, activities, and engagements are sponsored in celebration of Christopher Columbus' coming to America in 1492 with a focus on Italian heritage and culture; and
WHEREAS: Numerous contributions by Italians to the arts, sciences, government and humanities have had a significant positive impact on society that they are deserving of recognition; and
WHEREAS: Approximately 850,000 individuals who are Italian or of Italian descent currently reside in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; and
WHEREAS: Over 5.4 million Italians immigrated to the United States between 1820 and 1991, which today has resulted in over 26 million Americans of Italian descent, in the United States, making them the fifth largest ethnic group to reside in the United States of America; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council proclaim the month of October as Italian Heritage Month.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-61.
May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Ruth F. Gately on May 2, 2001; and
WHEREAS: Ruth was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas & Margaret (Kenney) Gately; and
WHEREAS: Ruth was the loving sister of the late Ellen "Helen" and Mary Gately; and
WHEREAS: Ruth’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all her surviving family and friends; and
WHEREAS: Ruth will be sorely missed by all she touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Ruth F. Gately at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Gately family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-62.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending wishes for a Speedy Recovery to Peg Ryan of Paddy's; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Peg Ryan on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-63.
May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record sending its get well wishes to Larry Clinton; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Larry Clinton on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-64.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record extending its congratulations to Stacy and Scott Thompson on the birth of their beautiful new baby girl, Lillian Walsh Thompson; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Stacy and Scott Thompson on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-65.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR DECKER
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record reminding citizens of the community meeting to be held on Thursday, May 10, 2001 where the City Council is hosting a conversation about Central Square from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Senior Center; residents are invited to come and learn more about arts, entertainment, planning and development, traffic and transportation and other issues as well as share ideas and ask questions.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-66.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending Happy Mother's Day Wishes to all mothers.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-67.
May 7, 2001
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record extending its congratulations and thanks to Emergency Communications Dispatcher Frank Canina for his professional and excellent work two weeks ago in getting police and emergency vehicles to a serious accident at the corner of Putnam and River Street very quickly; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Frank Canina on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-68.
May 7, 2001
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record extending its Happy Birthday Wishes to Kathy Born; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Kathy Born on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-69.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
WHEREAS: There are times in all lives when prayers are needed; and
WHEREAS: At the times in our lives when our burdens need to be shared, it is good to know that there is someone who will always provide the comfort and strength we need; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending best wishes to Maddie Lenora Simmons, the mother of Denise Simmons, School Committee member, at this time in her life and further hope that comfort, strength and peace be with her; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Maddie Lenora Simmons on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-70.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its warmest regards to Judge Feloney; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Judge Feloney on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-71.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: This City Council was deeply saddened at learning of the death of Dr. Joseph A. Murphy; and
WHEREAS: Joseph’s passing will leave a void in the lives of all his surviving family, his siblings Paul Murphy, Eileen Butler, Frances Epstein and Dr. Ralph Murphy; his three daughters; and his two sons; and
WHEREAS: Joseph will be sorely missed by all he touched and loved; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Joseph A. Murphy at this time of such personal loss; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Murphy family on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-72.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR SULLIVAN
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
MAYOR GALLUCCIO
COUNCILLOR BORN
COUNCILLOR BRAUDE
COUNCILLOR DAVIS
COUNCILLOR DECKER
VICE MAYOR MAHER
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: On Wednesday, May 16, 2001 the Cambridge Historical Commission will bold its Fifth Annual Preservation Recognition Awards Ceremony; and
WHEREAS: At this time, the Conservation Commission will honor outstanding Preservation Projects completed in 2000; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record expressing its appreciation and best wishes to the Cambridge Historical Commission on the occasion of the celebration of the Fifth Annual Preservation Recognition Award; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record congratulating all of the owners and restoration professionals for their award-winning preservation projects; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to the Cambridge Historical Commission on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-73.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: On May 14, 2001 Louis P. Attles will receive his Doctor of Divinity Degree from Andover Newton Theological Seminary; and
WHEREAS: After receiving his undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering, he received his calling to the ministry at a Revival at St. Paul; and
WHEREAS: Louis studied theology at the Interdenominational Theological Center; and
WHEREAS: Louis currently serves as a Pastor of Bethel A.M.E. Church in Morristown, New Jersey; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record congratulating the Reverend Louis P. Attles on the occasion of his receiving his Doctor of Divinity Degree from Andover Newton Theological Seminary; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Reverend Louis P. Attles on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-74.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
WHEREAS: On April 7, 2001, LeRoy Attles, Jr. received his Masters in Information Technology from the American Intercontinental University in Atlanta; and
WHEREAS: LeRoy Jr. received his undergraduate education at Tuskegee Institute; as an undergraduate he was on the National Deans' List for the years of 1989 and 1990, and he was recognized as one of the "Outstanding Young Men in America" in 1992; and
WHEREAS: LeRoy Jr. currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife Margo and their daughter Marilyn; now therefore be it
RESOLVED: That the City Council go on record extending its congratulations to LeRoy Attles, Jr. on the occasion of receiving his Masters Degree in Information Technology from the American Intercontinental University in Atlanta on April 7, 2001; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to LeRoy Attles, Jr. on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
R-75.
May 7, 2001
COUNCILLOR REEVES
COUNCILLOR TOOMEY
RESOLVED: That this City Council go on record extending its congratulations to Reverend Florence C. Petersen on the occasion of her receiving her Elders Orders on April 21, 2001; and be it further
RESOLVED: That the City Clerk be and hereby is requested to forward a suitably engrossed copy of this resolution to Reverend Florence C. Petersen on behalf of the entire City Council.
In City Council May 7, 2001.
Adopted by the affirmative vote of nine members.
Attest:- D. Margaret Drury, City Clerk.
A true copy;
ATTEST:-
D. Margaret Drury
City Clerk
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