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49 recorded votes, 35 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Note on these minutes: Mayor Sokhary Chau presiding.
Present: Sokhary Chau, John Drinkwater, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, John J. Leahy, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott, Paul Ratha Yem
Absent: Rita Mercier
Accept and place on file: Communication Remote/Zoom Participation
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Gitschier)
Accept and place on file: Citations:
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Yem)
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Yem)
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Yem)
Accept and place on file: Presentation - Catie's Closet (Mickey Cockrell)
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Yem)
Accept and place on file: Minutes For Acceptance Technology And Utilities SC June 13th; City Council Regular Meeting June 13th; City Council...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid Request Installation Of SCADA Box At Intersection Of Bradley And First Streets
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Refer to Wire Inspector: Waveguide (FirstLight Fiber) Request Installation Of Underground Conduit On Appleton Street For Services To Verizon
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Yem)
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Drinkwater)
Bundle and take Items #6.1 to #6.7, inclusive
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Yem to bundle and take Items #6.1 to #6.7, inclusive. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Yem to bundle and take Items #6.1 to #6.7, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Yem)
Take Item #10.2 with this response: Motion Responses
G) Motion Response - Hiring - Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #10.2 with this response. So voted.
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“G) Motion Response - Hiring - Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #10.2 with this response. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Amend vote to reduce invoice amount of $110, 204 and refer invoice to Law Department for review
Informational - Updated School Invoices - C. Gitschier questioned invoice in the packet that did not correspond with existing contract for services in the amount of $110, 204 and that it violated MGL 30B. Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to amend vote to reduce invoice amount of $110, 204 and refer invoice to Law Department for review. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 nays (C. Nuon, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
The roll call gives 7 yeas, 2 nays and names 2 councilors; this does not add up to the 10 councilors shown present. Showing the count only.
“Informational - Updated School Invoices - C. Gitschier questioned invoice in the packet that did not correspond with existing contract for services in the amount of $110, 204 and that it violated MGL 30B. Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to amend vote to reduce invoice amount of $110, 204 and refer invoice to Law Department for review. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 nays (C. Nuon, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Bundle and approve Items #5.3 and #5.4
Motion to bundle and approve Items #5.3 and #5.4 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle and approve Items #5.3 and #5.4 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Drinkwater)
Approve: Communication - Reappointment Of John Descoteaux To License Commission
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Drinkwater)
Approve: Communication - Reappointment Of Sinead Gallivan To Planning Board
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Drinkwater)
Adopt: Vote - Approve The 2024 Community Preservation Fund Budget
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Adopt: Vote - Amending Prior Order Approving CPC Recommendation To Fund The Preservation Of Rollie's Farm
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Adopt: Vote - 635 Middlesex CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Adopt: Vote - Girls Inc. CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Adopt: Vote - Hadley House CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Adopt: Vote - St. George's Church CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Adopt: Vote - O'Donnell Park CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Take Items #5.2 and #6.11 out of order
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to take Items #5.2 and #6.11 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to take Items #5.2 and #6.11 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Bundle Items #6.8 and #6.9
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle Items #6.8 and #6.9. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle Items #6.8 and #6.9. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Adopt: Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $155,000 MassDOT Small Bridge Phase I Design Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Scott). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, YemThe roll call lists Kimberly Scott as absent for this vote; left out of it.
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Adopt: Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $2,670,000 One Stop For Growth Grants
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Scott). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, YemThe roll call lists Kimberly Scott as absent for this vote; left out of it.
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Adopt: Vote - Auth Mgr Ex. 5 Year Contract For LRWWU Engineering Services
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Leahy)
Remove from table
In City Council, Motion to remove from table by C. Leah, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“In City Council, Motion to remove from table by C. Leah, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Gitschier)
Adopt: Vote - Authorize Payment Of Bills Incurred In Excess Of Appropriations
Motion to adopt as ammended to retract invoice in the amount of $110, 204 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt as ammended to retract invoice in the amount of $110, 204 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Scott)
Adopt: Vote - Set FY2024 Revolving Fund Spending Limits
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Robinson). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Drinkwater, Gitschier, Jenness, Leahy, Nuon, Rourke, Scott, YemThe roll call lists Corey Robinson as absent for this vote; left out of it.
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Leahy. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Mercier, C. Robinson). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Leahy)
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $115,000 - MIS
Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Drinkwater)
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted.
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (3) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)
Bundle Items #9.2, #9.3 and #9.4
Motion to bundle Items #9.2, #9.3 and #9.4 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle Items #9.2, #9.3 and #9.4 by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Send to a public hearing: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of Additional Pole On Varnum Avenue, Near Riverside Avenue
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Send to a public hearing: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request Installation Of Additional Pole On Varnum Avenue, Near Fowler Road
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Conduit Within Morse Street To Improve Electrical Service To The...
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 11, 2023 at 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Look Into The Possibility Of Using Existing Canal Waterways To...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Jenness)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Human Resources Report On How The Cyber Issue Is Affecting The Hiring Process
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Update Engineering Website To List The Most Recent Paving Conditions...
In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Leahy)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Look Into Offering The School Department Retirees Lifelock
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update The City Council On City-Wide Crosswalk Painting
In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Yem)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Appropriate Department Work To Develop A Master Plan Around Parking For Back Central...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On The Tanner Street Redevelopment Plan
In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Yem)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With Appropriate Departments To Develop A City-Wide Litter Educational Campaign
In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Drinkwater, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Drinkwater)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The Appropriate Department To Find A Way To Broadcast Public Meetings Without...
In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted. Filed by Kimberly Scott and Rita Mercier; Kimberly Scott is shown as mover.
“In City Council, seconded by C. Leahy, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Leahy)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Update City Council On Sidewalk Repair In District 3
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Jenness)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update City Council On A Scheduled Plan For The Shedd Park Pavilion Repairs
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Scott)
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
From the Lowell City Council’s official minutes, posted by the City Clerk in the city’s Agenda Center (City Council). We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: the City of Lowell’s official councilor headshots, from each councilor’s page in the city’s staff directory (linked from “Meet the City Council” on lowellma.gov).
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