11-18-19 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGREGULAR MEETING OF THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL
Minutes dated November 18, 2019
Meeting was called to order by Council President Johnson at 7:00pm in the Auditorium at the Agawam Junior High School, 1305 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills.
Item A. Roll Call
ROLL CALL – 9 PRESENT, 2 ABSENT
Roll Call was taken with the following councilors present: George Bitzas, Council Vice President Cecilia Calabrese, Paul Cavallo, Council President Christopher Johnson, Gina Letellier,
Dino Mercadante, Rosemary Sandlin, Robert Rossi and Anthony Suffriti. Councilors Mineo and Councilor Magovern were absent. With nine present, there was a quorum.
Item B. Moment of Silence and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Council President Johnson asked for a moment of silence and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Item C. Citizen’s Speak Time
David Cecchi spoke on behalf of the Historical Commission in support of the CPA resolution regarding the Thomas Smith House.
Item D. Minutes
1. Regular Council Meeting – November 6, 2019
Motion to approve the minutes was moved by Councilor Mercadante and seconded by Councilor Cavallo. Voice vote approved.
Item E. Declaration from Council President
Council President Johnson welcomed Councilors-Elect Gerry Smith and Mario Tedeschi and congratulated them on their victory.
Item F. Presentation of Resolutions
1. TR-2019-55 - A Resolution to exercise the Right of First Refusal Option to meet a bona fide offer to purchase lands classified under M.G. L. Chapter 61A located at 497 South Westfield
Street, Feeding Hills, Massachusetts (Mayor Sapelli) (Tabled 9/3/19)
This item will remain on the table until our next meeting.
2. TR-2019-67 - A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Lease Agreement between the Town of Agawam and Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless regarding a monopole tower
at 128 Southwick Street, Feeding Hills, Massachusetts (Mayor Sapelli) (Referred to Community Relations Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Sandlin and seconded by Councilor Mercadante. As Chair of the Community Relations Committee, Councilor Suffriti provided the report stating that
at their November 14th meeting, Attorney Fenton represented Verizon and was in attendance to answer questions. Solicitor Buoniconti explained the process of
cell bids and the reasoning behind the Town entertaining a new cell tower. This resolution is just for the land lease. The benefits include an annual income of $23,600 with an annual
increase of three percent. There is future space reserved at the top of the tower for anything the Town may deem necessary. This is a five year lease with 4 five year term extension
options. Councilor Bitzas asked if the funds could be earmarked for the golf course which Solicitor Buoniconti replied no that it must go in to the General Fund. The only involvement
of the City Council is to allow the lease of the property. Councilor Suffriti reminded everyone that this was just to allow the Mayor to go into a lease agreement and not about debating
the specifics on the cell tower. Verizon and Emergency Management would have space on the tower as well. The Committee made a Motion to send a positive recommendation to the Full
Council which was made by Councilor Mercadante and seconded by Councilor Suffriti. Councilor Bitzas wanted to wait to hear what the people had to say about the tower being there so
he would abstain from the vote. The vote was 2 Yes (Councilors Suffriti and Mercadante), 0 No, 1 Abstention (Councilor Bitzas), 2 Absent (Councilors Letellier and Magovern)
Councilor Bitzas began the discussion suggesting the Council table this item until after the balloon test to see how it would affect the neighborhood. Why rush it? He added that he
wanted this earmarked for the golf course. Councilor Suffriti stated that Attorney Fenton stated that Verizon can NOT move forward with a balloon or anything else without this signed
lease. He also stated that the Solicitor emphasized that the funds cannot be earmarked for the golf course and must go in to the General Fund. Councilor Bitzas said that the manager
of the golf course told him the balloon test would definitely be happening on Thursday. Councilor Mercadante mentioned that this was just a vehicle to move forward with the cell tower
allowing Verizon to perform the necessary testing. This is a process they have to go through. Councilor Suffriti agreed it was the first step in the process and we should not table
it this evening. Councilor Letellier commented that for many people, cell phones are their only forms of telephone. In the long run, this will prove to be very fruitful. She was
prepared to vote this evening. Councilor Bitzas corrected Councilor Letellier and said it was nothing about Silver Street and Suffield Street area. Councilor Cavallo agreed with Councilor
Letellier and wanted to vote this evening. Councilor Letellier doesn’t normally want to do the back and forth thing however she corrected Councilor Bitzas saying she never said this
pole would help where her office was. She did, however say we need more towers to help places like where her office is. Council President Johnson said we normally would see these
items come before the City Council because they would require a zone change however the golf course was already placed within the overlay district so this item will not need to come
before the Council for a zone change. If this is approved, the next step for Verizon would be to go through the Zoning Board of Appeals process. Just a note that the tower will not
be at the crest or highest point of the golf course but lower in the parking lot which should minimize what is seen of the tower. Councilor Bitzas asked if they could negotiate for
more money and could that money be earmarked for the golf course. Council President Johnson said years ago, the town could have negotiated for more money however it is too competitive
at this point and from his understanding this was the most lucrative of the two bids. As was mentioned, this money cannot be earmarked for the golf course but maybe after a while maybe
the Council could suggest this. Councilor Cavallo moved the question.
The vote was 8 YES, 0 NO, 1 PRESENT (Councilor Bitzas), 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
3. TR-2019-68 - A Resolution appropriating from the Community Preservation Fund and authorizing the expenditure of Community Preservation Funds for design services at Memorial Field
Park (CPA) (Referred to Community Relations Committee)
Motion to approve made by Council Vice President Calabrese and seconded by Councilor Letellier. As Chair of the Community Relations Committee, Councilor Suffriti provided the report
stating that at their November 14th meeting, Jennifer Bonfiglio explained the process and that the Town is using a new company not used by the town yet. The committee made a Motion
to send a positive recommendation to the Full Council which was made by Councilor Bitzas and seconded by Councilor Mercadante. The vote was 3 YES, 0 No, 2 Absent (Councilors Letellier
and Magovern)
Councilor Bitzas strongly supported this and said it was money well spent. It was a good investment for our youth. Councilor Letellier said as a baseball mom, this is greatly needed.
The field drainage needs a lot of work and suggested the town work with the heads of Little League, Youth Football and Youth Cheerleading as well.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
4. TR-2019-69 - A Resolution appropriating from the Community Preservation Fund and authorizing the expenditure of Community Preservation Funds for the preservation and rehabilitation
of the Thomas Smith House Garage (CPA) (Referred to Community Relations Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Sandlin and seconded by Councilor Letellier. As Chair of the Community Relations Committee, Councilor Suffriti provided the report stating that at
their November 14th meeting, Jennifer Bonfiglio explained this expenditure. It is a historical investment. David Cecchi explained the historical side of the property and reasons behind
the rehab and preservation of the garage. The house is from the 1750’s and the garage is 1920’s and shows the evolution from farming to industrial. Once the rehab is complete, the
garage will have historical tractors on display. Motion to send a positive recommendation to the Full Council made by Councilor Bitzas and seconded by Councilor Mercadante. The vote
was 3 Yes, 0 No, 2 Absent (Councilors Letellier and Magovern)
Councilor Bitzas said it was important to not let those people down. Councilor Rossi said it was a worthwhile project and was used a lot with various events throughout the year.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item. Council President Johnson thanked the Historical Commission for their work at the Thomas Smith
House.
Item G. Report of Council Committees
None.
Item H. Elections
None.
Item I. Public Hearings
1. TOR-2019-12 - An Ordinance to amend Section 147 of Chapter 180 of the Code of the Town of Agawam by banning recreational marijuana establishments (Mayor Sapelli) (Two Readings Required)
(Tabled 11/6/19) – Joint Public Hearing with Planning Board set for December 2, 2019
The Public Hearing on this item will be held on December 2nd.
Item J. Old Business
1. TO-2019-51 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to V&F Auto, Inc., 7 Harding Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Cavallo and seconded by Councilor Rossi. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
2. TO-2019-52 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Rayonia Motors, LLC d/b/a Elmwood D&J Auto Sales & Service, 521 River Road, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred
to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilor Sandlin. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
3. TO-2019-53 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for Teresa’s Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Town Taproom, 378 Walnut Street Ext., Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to
Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilor Suffriti. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
4. TO-2019-54 - An Order granting or renewing a LICENSE for Automatic Amusement Device(s) for Teresa’s Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Town Taproom, 378 Walnut Street Ext., Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
(Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Mercadante and seconded by Councilor Suffriti. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were
no issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
5. TO-2019-55 - An Order granting a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for Afterburner, Inc. d/b/a The Hangar Pub – Agawam, 395 River Road, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (for the period ending December
31, 2019) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilor Mercadante. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no
issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
6. TO-2019-56 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for Afterburner, Inc. d/b/a The Hangar Pub – Agawam, 395 River Road, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (2020) (Referred
to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Mercadante and seconded by Councilor Sandlin. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no
issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
7. TO-2019-57 - An Order granting a LICENSE for Automatic Amusement Device(s) for Afterburner, Inc. d/b/a The Hangar Pub – Agawam, 395 River Road, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (for the period
ending December 31, 2019) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Sandlin and seconded by Councilor Cavallo. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
8. TO-2019-58 - An Order granting or renewing a LICENSE for Automatic Amusement Device(s) for Afterburner, Inc. d/b/a The Hangar Pub – Agawam, 395 River Road, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (2020)
(Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Mercadante and seconded by Councilor Sandlin. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no
issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
9. TO-2019-59 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for The Main Street Still, Inc. d/b/a The Still, 63 Springfield Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative
Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilor Sandlin. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
10. TO-2019-60 - An Order granting or renewing a LICENSE for Automatic Amusement Device(s) for The Main Street Still, Inc. d/b/a The Still, 63 Springfield Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
(Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Sandlin and seconded by Councilor Rossi. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
11. TO-2019-61 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Parrotta’s Auto Service, Inc., 357 Main Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilor Suffriti. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
12. TO-2019-62 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Auto Point Motors, Inc., 1039 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative
Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilor Sandlin. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
13. TO-2019-63 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for Agawam Bowl, LLC, 359 Walnut Street Ext., Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Mercadante and seconded by Councilor Letellier. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were
no issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
14. TO-2019-64 - An Order granting or renewing a LICENSE for Automatic Amusement Device(s) for Agawam Bowl, LLC, 359 Walnut Street Ext., Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative
Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilor Sandlin. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
15. TO-2019-65 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Falcor Auto Sales, Inc., 373 Springfield Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilor Mercadante. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no
issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
16. TO-2019-66 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Euro Imports, 325 Main Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Sandlin and seconded by Councilors Rossi and Suffriti. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there
were no issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
17. TO-2019-67 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Balfour Motors, 1801 Main Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilor Cavallo. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues
with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
18. TO-2019-68 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for RCM, Inc. d/b/a Main Street Deli, 141 Main Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Mercadante and seconded Cavallo. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no issues with
this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
19. TO-2019-69 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Garden Auto Sales, 204 Garden Street, Feeding Hills, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Suffriti and seconded by Councilor Suffriti. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no
issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
20. TO-2019-70 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Richard Conlon Jr. d/b/a Motor City Car Co., 91 Ramah Circle, Agawam, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative
Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Cavallo and seconded by Councilor Suffriti. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no
issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
21. TO-2019-71 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for K&P Welker, LLC d/b/a Club One, 60 North Westfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA. (Clerk) (Referred to Administrative
Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Rossi and seconded by Councilors Sandlin and Cavallo. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there
were no issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
22. TO-2019-72 - An Order granting or renewing a LICENSE for Automatic Amusement Device(s) for for K&P Welker, LLC d/b/a Club One, 60 North Westfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA. (Clerk)
(Referred to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Cavallo and seconded by Councilors Suffriti and Sandlin. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there
were no issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
23. TO-2019-73 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to G&T Beaver, Inc. d/b/a Beaver Camper Service, 721 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA. (Clerk) (Referred
to Administrative Committee)
Motion to approve made by Councilor Mercadante and seconded by Councilor Sandlin. As Chair of the Administrative Committee, Councilor Rossi gave his report stating that there were no
issues with this application and the committee gave a positive recommendation to the Full Council.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the item.
24. TOR-2019-13 - An Ordinance to amend Section 2013-11 of Chapter 103 of the Code of the Town of Agawam for the Perry Lane Summer Camp programs (Mayor Sapelli) (1 of 2 Readings)
Motion to approve the first reading by Council Vice President Calabrese and seconded by Councilors Mercadante and Cavallo. Council President Johnson noted that this was to raise fees
for the Perry Lane Pre-School Camp. They were last raised about six years ago. The increase in minimum wage is why the main reason for the increase and will help to attract counselors.
The vote was 9 YES, 0 NO, 2 ABSENT (Councilors Magovern and Mineo) approving the first reading.
Item K. New Business
1. TR-2019-70 - A Resolution adopting a Residential Factor of 0.00000 pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40, Section 56 (Mayor Sapelli) – Suggest a Public Hearing Date of
December 2, 2019
The Public Hearing on this item will be on December 2nd and we will get the information book from the Assessor within the week to review.
2. TR-2019-71 - A Resolution to appropriate Twelve Thousand Dollars ($12,000.00) from Golf Retained Earnings to fund the Agawam Golf Course FY2020 Budget (Mayor Sapelli)
Next Agenda.
3. TOR-2019-14 - An Ordinance to amend the Code of the Town of Agawam Zoning Ordinance to modify Use Restrictions in Residence A-3 Districts (Mayor Sapelli) (Two Readings Required) –
Refer to Planning Board and Suggest a Public Hearing Date of January 21, 2020
Refer to Legislative Committee, next Agenda.
4. TO-2019-74 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 1 Dealer’s LICENSE to Sarat Ford Sales, Inc., 221 Springfield Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
5. TO-2019-75 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 1 Dealer’s LICENSE to Sarat Ford Sales, Inc., 243-249 Springfield Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
6. TO-2019-76 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 1 Dealer’s LICENSE to Sarat Ford Sales, Inc., 250 Springfield Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
7. TO-2019-77 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for Ray-Mor, Inc. d/b/a The Elbow, 386 Walnut Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
8. TO-2019-78 - An Order granting or renewing a LICENSE for Automatic Amusement Device(s) for Ray-Mor, Inc. d/b/a The Elbow, 386 Walnut Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
9. TO-2019-79 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for FMLB, Inc. d/b/a Casa Di Lisa Restaurant, 801 Springfield Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
10. TO-2019-80 - An Order granting or renewing a LICENSE for Automatic Amusement Device(s) for FMLB, Inc. d/b/a Casa Di Lisa Restaurant, 801 Springfield Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
11. TO-2019-81 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Chris Auto South, 207 Main Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
12. TO-2019-82 - An Order granting a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for Vakny Chonmany, 689 Main Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
13. TO-2019-83 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Frederick S. Fruwirth d/b/a Auto Kraft, 119 Walnut Street, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
14. TO-2019-84 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for Matthew Gibbs – Quest, Inc. d/b/a Catch 1251, 1251 River Road, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
15 TO-2019-85 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Bear Auto Sales, 517 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
16. TO-2019-86 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for F.SW.F., Inc. d/b/a Riverboat Bar & Grille, 11 South End Bridge Circle, Agawam, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
17. TO-2019-87 - An Order granting or renewing a PERMIT for Weekly Amusement for Agawam Beverage Company d/b/a Pour, 485 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA. (Clerk) (2020 permit)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
18. TO-2019-88 - An Order granting or renewing a Class 2 Dealer’s LICENSE to Malkoon Motor Sales, Inc., 825 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA. (Clerk)
Refer to Administrative Committee, next Agenda.
Item L. Any other matter that may legally come before the City Council.
Councilor Mercadante welcomed Mario Tedeschi and Gerry Smith. He remembered being warmly welcomed as a newcomer to the group two years ago and he believes it will be the same for them.
Councilor Bitzas added a Happy Thanksgiving to everyone. Councilor Rossi reported on the Public Hearing that his Administrative Committee had on two Eversource pole placements. Councilor
Mercadante added that there are a couple missing street lights at the bottom of North Street and since the town now owns the street lights, how would we go about getting these fixed
in the interim. Barbara will find out. Councilor Cavallo welcomed Mr. Smith as well for his first time on stage and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Council Vice President Calabrese
thanked the Agawam Family Cinemas for two showings of Jack Jonah’s film which is a very powerful and moving film. She gave special thanks to Les Tingley and also wished everyone a
Happy Thanksgiving. Councilor Suffriti also welcomed the councilors-elect and said he was looking forward to working with them. He provided a report from the Energy Commission and
gave insight to help answer Councilor Mercadante’s question. Councilor Letellier said she is extremely grateful this Thanksgiving and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving as well.
She also mentioned the Rosie Robotics team working with the seniors at the Senior Center. Councilor Sandlin also wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and welcomed Mario and Gerry.
Councilor-Elect Tedeschi thanked everyone again for their well wishes and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. He is excited to sit at the “big boy” table come the New Year. Councilor-Elect
Smith said it is an honor to serve and thanked everyone for welcoming him. He promised to do his best to carry out that responsibility and agreed with Mario that he looked forward
to sitting at the “big boy” table. Council President Johnson wished Councilor Suffrit and Councilor-Elect Smith a Happy Birthday. Happy Thanksgiving to all and GO BROWNIES!
Item M. Adjournment.
The Motion to adjourn was moved and seconded around the house. Meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.
Weekly Amusement Permit TO-2019-51 through and including TO-2019-73 were all approved