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July 23, 2024
49 recorded votes, 47 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Note on these minutes: John J. Leahy (District 3) resigned during this meeting, after his last motion (Item 4.5); later in the meeting the council chose Corey Belanger to fill the seat. The minutes keep agenda order, so Leahy is left out of the roll calls whose count (10) shows he had left. Mayor Daniel P. Rourke presiding.
Present: Sokhary Chau, John Descoteaux, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, John J. Leahy, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott, Paul Ratha Yem
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Mercier)
Take Item #9.1 out of order
Motion to take Item #9.1 out of order by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to take Item #9.1 out of order by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Communication - Submissions/Selection District 3 City Council Vacancy:
Take Item #4.12 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #4.12 out of order. Defeated by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 6 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
Yes: Gitschier, Jenness, Nuon, RobinsonNo: Chau, Descoteaux, Mercier, Rourke, Scott, YemThe roll call names the no votes and gives 4 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. John J. Leahy is left out of this vote (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); the count matches the others.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #4.12 out of order. Defeated by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 6 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Fill the District 3 vacancy (Corey Belanger chosen)
Corey Belanger was selected on the first ballot per Roll Call selection (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). The remaining Councilors voted present (C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Nuon, C. Robinson).
A vote choosing a person, so MassVoter shows the result only. The minutes read: “Corey Belanger was selected on the first ballot per Roll Call selection (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). The remaining Councilors voted present (C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Nuon, C. Robinson).”
From the minutes
“Corey Belanger was selected on the first ballot per Roll Call selection (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). The remaining Councilors voted present (C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Nuon, C. Robinson)..”
Vote - Reappointment Of Michael Q. Geary As City Clerk
Approve: Vote - Reappointment Of Michael Q. Geary As City Clerk
Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 1 abstain (C. Gitschier). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemAbstained: GitschierThe roll call names the councilors not voting yes and gives 9 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. John J. Leahy is left out of this vote (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); the count matches the others. Erik R. Gitschier abstained or voted present (shown as present, not voting).
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 1 abstain (C. Gitschier). So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
Minutes Of City Council Meeting July 9th, For Acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of City Council Meeting July 9th, For Acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Coordinate And Schedule A Meeting Among LHS Administrators...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The Proper Department Coordinate And Schedule A Meeting Among LHS Administrators, School...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On The Conditions Relative To The Mold At The Pawtucket Memorial School
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide An Update On The Conditions Relative To The Mold At The Pawtucket Memorial School
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Mercier)
Request: City Council Affirm Vote By The Lowell Memorial Auditorium Board Of Trustees To Place A Commemorative...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council Affirm Vote By The Lowell Memorial Auditorium Board Of Trustees To Place A Commemorative Plaque...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
Filed by John Descoteaux, Rita Mercier and John J. Leahy; John Descoteaux is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to Dedicate A Plaque To All Involved In Creating And Funding The Veterans Park On Douglas Road
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Dedicate A Plaque To All Involved In Creating And Funding The Veterans Park On Douglas Road
In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Yem, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
Request City Manager require all HHS/Health Department employees be CPR certified. Referred to City Manager
M. Rourke presented a Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem to request City Manager require all HHS/Health Department employees be CPR certified. Referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“M. Rourke presented a Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem to request City Manager require all HHS/Health Department employees be CPR certified. Referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to Check Into Removing Double Poles On Andrews Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Check Into Removing Double Poles On Andrews Street
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Mercier)
Take Item #4.6 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #4.6 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #4.6 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Request: Pursuant To Council Rule 11, Reconsideration Of Councilor Mercier’s
Motion: Request: Pursuant To Council Rule 11, Reconsideration Of Councilor Mercier’s
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon. Defeated by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 6 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
Yes: Gitschier, Jenness, Nuon, RobinsonNo: Chau, Descoteaux, Mercier, Rourke, Scott, YemThe roll call names the no votes and gives 4 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. John J. Leahy is left out of this vote (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); the count matches the others.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon. Defeated by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 6 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Suspend rules to allow Erin Gendron to address the Council
Motion to suspend rules to allow Erin Gendron to address the Council by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to suspend rules to allow Erin Gendron to address the Council by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Request: City Council Adopt A Resolution Standing In Solidarity With The Unionized Staff Of Lowell...
Request City Council encourage both sides to return to bargaining table to resolve issues regarding providing continued LTC services in the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, Substitute Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to request City Council encourage both sides to return to bargaining table to resolve issues regarding providing continued LTC services in the community. Adopter per Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, Substitute Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to request City Council encourage both sides to return to bargaining table to resolve issues regarding providing continued LTC services in the community. Adopter per Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Suspend rules to allow Courtney Coveillo; Michael Wilkins; and Dan Toomey to address Council
Motion to suspend rules to allow Courtney Coveillo; Michael Wilkins; and Dan Toomey to address Council by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to suspend rules to allow Courtney Coveillo; Michael Wilkins; and Dan Toomey to address Council by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Work With The DPD To Install Banners In Cambodian Town Along Middlesex And Branch Streets
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The DPD To Install Banners In Cambodian Town Along Middlesex And Branch Streets
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Update City Council About The Correction Of The Misspelled Khmer Language On The Welcome...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Update City Council About The Correction Of The Misspelled Khmer Language On The Welcome...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to Have The LPD Provide A Report On The Number Of Motor Vehicle Tickets Written Last Fiscal...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The LPD Provide A Report On The Number Of Motor Vehicle Tickets Written Last Fiscal Year...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to Have The LPD Patrol Mayani Car Wash Located At 1700 Middlesex Street For Loud Music And...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have The LPD Patrol Mayani Car Wash Located At 1700 Middlesex Street For Loud Music And...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Request: City Council Take A Vote To Support Home Rule Petition S2878 And Allow The Maximum Amount Of Time Per City...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council Take A Vote To Support Home Rule Petition S2878 And Allow The Maximum Amount Of Time Per City...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager/Law Department. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted. Filed by Erik R. Gitschier and Corey Robinson; Erik R. Gitschier is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager/Law Department. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier)
Support Home Rule Petition regarding vacancies on elected bodies and to authorize the City Manager to execute any documentation in terms of...
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to support Home Rule Petition regarding vacancies on elected bodies and to authorize the City Manager to execute any documentation in terms of eliminating a preliminary election for special elections. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to support Home Rule Petition regarding vacancies on elected bodies and to authorize the City Manager to execute any documentation in terms of eliminating a preliminary election for special elections. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to Repair And Repave Basketball Court On Dover Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Repair And Repave Basketball Court On Dover Street
In City Council, no second needed, 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 Sokhary Chau and Daniel P. Rourke; Sokhary Chau is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Chau)
Take Item #11.2 out of order
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #11.2 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #11.2 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Motion Responses
Take Item 5.1(H) out of order
In City Council, Motion to take Item 5.1(H) out of order by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to take Item 5.1(H) out of order by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Refer Items #5.1(B) to #5.1 (G), inclusive; and Items #5.1 (I) and (J) to City Council meeting on August 13, 2024
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer Items #5.1(B) to #5.1 (G), inclusive; and Items #5.1 (I) and (J) to City Council meeting on August 13, 2024. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer Items #5.1(B) to #5.1 (G), inclusive; and Items #5.1 (I) and (J) to City Council meeting on August 13, 2024. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Communication - Appointment Of Amy Lombardo To Board Of Assessors
Approve: Communication - Appointment Of Amy Lombardo To Board Of Assessors
In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Bundle and waive full reading of Item #6.1 to #6.5, inclusive
Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness to bundle and waive full reading of Item #6.1 to #6.5, inclusive. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness to bundle and waive full reading of Item #6.1 to #6.5, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Jenness)
Vote - Accept Gift Of $500 From Robert Bassett For High School Project
Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift Of $500 From Robert Bassett For High School Project
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept/Expend $79,100 Municipal Local Cybersecurity Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $79,100 Municipal Local Cybersecurity Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Vote - Approve ORR Permit For Thirsty First
Adopt: Vote - Approve ORR Permit For Thirsty First
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By City
Adopt: Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By City
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Order - 60 Day Trial
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
Motion to adopt by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Gitschier)
Ordinance - Amend Chapter 266-43 Special Speed Regulations
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 266-43 Special Speed Regulations
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Ordinance - Amend Chapter 50 Officers And Employees
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 50 Officers And Employees
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Ordinance - Amend Chapter 56 Director Of Elections
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 56 Director Of Elections
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Resolution - Declare August 4, 2024 As “BAPS Day” In The City Of Lowell
Adopt: Resolution - Declare August 4, 2024 As “BAPS Day” In The City Of Lowell
Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 11 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Take Items #4.3 and #4.5 out of order
Motion by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Items #4.3 and #4.5 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Leahy, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Items #4.3 and #4.5 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Leahy, second: Descoteaux)
Wire Insp. - TC Systems D/B/A AT&T - Request Installation Of Conduit To Extend Small Cell Network On Gorham Street
Adopt: Wire Insp. - TC Systems D/B/A AT&T - Request Installation Of Conduit To Extend Small Cell Network On Gorham Street
In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Yem, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Yem, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Robinson)
Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request Installation Of Handhole With Crushed Stone At 155 Middlesex St
Adopt: Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request Installation Of Handhole With Crushed Stone At 155 Middlesex St
In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt the accompanying order by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Claims - (7) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (7) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Misc. - Cole Younger Barnes Request Permission To Address Council Regarding Proposed Care For Homeless Act
Accept and place on file: Misc. - Cole Younger Barnes Request Permission To Address Council Regarding Proposed Care For Homeless Act
In City Council, Motion to accept and place on file by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to accept and place on file by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Jenness)
National Grid - Request Permission To Install (1) JO Pole On Quebec Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Permission To Install (1) JO Pole On Quebec Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of Replacement 6 Inch Plastic Gas Main On Powell Street
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of Replacement 6 Inch Plastic Gas Main On Powell Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of Replacement 2 Inch Plastic Gas Main On Appleton Street
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas D/B/A National Grid - Request Installation Of Replacement 2 Inch Plastic Gas Main On Appleton Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 13, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
Executive Session:
Go into executive session: Executive Session:
In City Council, M. Rourke stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session (9:50 PM) and adjourn from that session by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“In City Council, M. Rourke stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session (9:50 PM) and adjourn from that session by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Yem in Executive Session. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Yem in Executive Session. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Yem)
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