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September 24, 2024
29 recorded votes, 24 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Vice Chair Paul Ratha Yem presiding.
Present: Sokhary Chau, John Descoteaux, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Kimberly Scott, Paul Ratha Yem, Corey Belanger
Absent: Daniel P. Rourke
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. Jenness, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Chau)
Minutes of City Council Meeting September 10th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of City Council Meeting September 10th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Take Item #5.2 out of order
Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #5.2 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #5.2 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to find ways and means to have the City Engineer make Moulton Avenue an accepted street and put...
Motion: Ask the City Manager to find ways and means to have the City Engineer make Moulton Avenue an accepted street and put it on the paving list
In City Council, no second needed, referred, as amended, 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 Rita Mercier and Wayne Jenness; Rita Mercier is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred, as amended, to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier)
Take Item #4.4 out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #4.4 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #4.4 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department provide a report to the Council on best practices in removing...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department provide a report to the Council on best practices in removing graffiti...
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: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department (Engineering/Wastewater) provide the City Council with the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department (Engineering/Wastewater) provide the City Council with the process...
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: Gitschier, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to work with the proper departments to explore ways to assist resident families with the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the proper departments to explore ways to assist resident families with the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager/Disability Commission. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager/Disability Commission. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Have City Manager refer matter to the Disability Commission
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Belanger to have City Manager refer matter to the Disability Commission. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Belanger to have City Manager refer matter to the Disability Commission. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Belanger)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department work with the Greenhalge School and Lowell Public Schools to...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department work with the Greenhalge School and Lowell Public Schools to...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercer, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercer, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide an update on the Greenhalge School current HVAC system
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide an update on the Greenhalge School current HVAC system
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: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to and DPD work with all City stakeholders to review/revise vision for the HCID to align with...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to and DPD work with all City stakeholders to review/revise vision for the HCID to align with post...
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 Corey Belanger and Corey Robinson; Corey Belanger is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Scott)
Refer to Zoning SC: Motion Responses
H) Motion Response - Affordable Homes Act – Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Chau to refer to Zoning SC. So voted.
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“H) Motion Response - Affordable Homes Act – Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Chau to refer to Zoning SC. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Chau)
Informational Reports. Informational Report - Lowell ICC EA Family Shelter – Lauren Easton (Commonwealth Care...
Refer to Housing SC: Informational Reports. Informational Report - Lowell ICC EA Family Shelter – Lauren Easton (Commonwealth Care Alliance)...
Informational Report - Housing Production Plan – Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to the Housing SC. So voted.
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“Informational Report - Housing Production Plan – Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to the Housing SC. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Communication - Appointment of Shawn Mulligan to Cemetery Commission
Accept and place on file: Communication - Appointment of Shawn Mulligan to Cemetery Commission
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Suspend the rules to allow DPD out of state travel
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Chau to suspend the rules to allow DPD out of state travel. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Chau to suspend the rules to allow DPD out of state travel. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Chau)
Approve: Communication - Appointment of Shawn Mulligan to Cemetery Commission
In City Council, Motion to approve (1) Out of State Travel – DPD by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 1 present (C. Jenness), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Scott, YemAbstained: JennessThe roll call names the councilors not voting yes and gives 9 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. Wayne Jenness abstained or voted present (shown as present, not voting).
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to approve (1) Out of State Travel – DPD by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 1 present (C. Jenness), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Chau)
Vote - Allocate $61,769 Opioid Settlement Funds
Withdraw from the agenda: Vote - Allocate $61,769 Opioid Settlement Funds
In City Council, Motion to withdraw from the agenda by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to withdraw from the agenda by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Jenness)
Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agr with Lazy Cat Lounge LLC
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agr with Lazy Cat Lounge LLC
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - Authorize CM Enter Temporary Access Agr with Boys & Girls Club
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Enter Temporary Access Agr with Boys & Girls Club
Motion to adopt by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Vote - Authorize CM to Send Notice of Hearing
Send to a public hearing: Vote - Authorize CM to Send Notice of Hearing
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 8, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 8, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Scott)
Vote - License Agreement Hurd Street
Adopt: Vote - License Agreement Hurd Street
Motion to adopt by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Order of Taking - Westford and Stedman Project
Adopt: Order of Taking - Westford and Stedman Project
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Wire Inspector Reports
Adopt: Wire Inspector Reports
In City Council, Motion “To accept and adopt the accompanying order” by C. Gitschier, 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. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Misc. - Richard Lepine request removal of a handicap parking sign in front of 96 Coburn Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Richard Lepine request removal of a handicap parking sign in front of 96 Coburn Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Descoteaux)
Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request replacing existing gas main 789-940 Chelmsford Street to facilitate tie-ins
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request replacing existing gas main 789-940 Chelmsford Street to facilitate tie-ins
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 8, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Belanger. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 8, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Belanger. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Belanger)
Executive Session - To Consider and Discuss Ongoing Negotiations Relative To Lupoli Companies, LLC, Public...
Go into executive session: Executive Session - To Consider and Discuss Ongoing Negotiations Relative To Lupoli Companies, LLC, Public Discussion...
In City Council, Vice Chair Yem stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session and adjourn from that session by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Belanger. (9:01 PM) Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Vice Chair Yem stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session and adjourn from that session by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Belanger. (9:01 PM) Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Belanger)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Scott)
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