ROCKLAND – On Monday, March 7, the Rockland City Council will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. to consider a resolution made in support of the People of Ukraine. The Council will also address setting an agenda for its regular business meeting scheduled for March 14.

The resolve follows:

RESOLVE Supporting the People of Ukraine

WHEREAS, the Russian military has invaded Ukraine without justification; and

WHEREAS, this invasion has killed and injured civilians and caused a grave humanitarian and refugee crisis; and

WHEREAS, the military and civilians of Ukraine are fighting courageously for their freedom at mortal peril; and

WHEREAS, public expressions of support for the people of Ukraine have galvanized national governments, businesses, and organizations around the world to concrete action to hinder this invasion and mitigate its effects; and

WHEREAS, Rockland is home to people who suffered or whose families suffered oppression behind the Iron Curtain;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AS FOLLOWS:

THAT the City of Rockland condemns the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian military; and

THAT the City of Rockland regards this invasion as not just a humanitarian catastrophe but also as an affront to the principles of democracy, liberty, and self-determination; and

THAT the City of Rockland stands in solidarity with the small towns and cities of Ukraine as well as with the larger Ukrainian populace; and

THAT the City of Rockland extends its sympathy to the Russian civilians who will suffer from sanctions as a result of the conduct of their leaders; and

THAT the City of Rockland wishes for an expeditious end to this violent conflict that respects the territorial integrity and cultural and political autonomy of Ukraine.

Sponsor:  Councilor Davis

Originator:  Councilor Davis

ITEMS FOR 03/14/2022 REGULAR MEETING AGENDA: March 7, 2022

Communications:  None

Licenses & Permits:

a.  Liquor License – Clan MacLaren

b.  Liquor License – Roselyn Thai Fine Cuisine

c.  Liquor License – Home Kitchen Café

d.  Liquor License – The Landings Restaurant

e.  Liquor License – Primo Restaurant

f.  Liquor, Entertainment & Lodging House Licenses – 250 Main Hotel

g.  Lodging House License – Ripples Inn

Resolves:

#49  Accepting Donation of Land – 239 Rankin Street (Postponed 12/13/21)

Ordinances in Final Reading & Public Hearing:

#42  Ch. 19, Secs. 19-303 & 19-304  Min. Floor Area; Dwelling Units (Post. 02/14/22)

#  4  Ch. 17, Sec. 17-801  Parking Prohibited; Amesbury St.

#  5  Ch. 6, Arts. I & II  Election Deadlines

#  6  Conditional Zoning – 75 Mechanic Street

#  7  Authorizing Lease – Rockland Yacht Club

#  8  Ch. 19, Sec. 19-307  Off-Street Parking; Dwellings

#  9  Ch. 19, Sec. 19-304  Lot Area Per Dwellings; Res. B Zone

#10  Ch. 19, Sec. 19-304  Lot Area Per Dwellings; TB 1, 2 & 3 Zones

#11  Ch. 9, Sec. 9-215  Extending Food Vendor Season; Harbor Park

Ordinances in First Reading:

#38  Ch. 19, Sec. 19-303A  Inclusionary Zoning (Postponed 12/13/21)

#43  Ch. 19, Sec. 19-601  Fences (Postponed 12/13/21)

#12  Ch. 11, Sec. 11-116  Licenses; Terms (Postponed 02/14/22)

#13  Ch. 19, Sec. 19-304  C2 Zone; Front Setback

Orders:

#14  License Agreement – Breakwater Float (Postponed 02/14/22)

#15  Amending Land Use Fees – Short Term Rentals

#16  Authorizing UFB Expenditure – Traffic Calming; Cedar Street

#17  Authorizing UFB Transfer – Transfer Station Closing

#18  Public Hearing/Adopting Cranberry Isle Drive TIF District