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January 7, 2025
29 recorded votes, 21 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Mayor Daniel P. Rourke presiding.
Present: John Descoteaux, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Paul Ratha Yem, Corey Belanger
Absent: Sokhary Chau, Kimberly Scott
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. Belanger, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Gitschier)
Take Items #5.4 and #8.1 out of order
Motion to take Items #5.4 and #8.1 out of order by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“Motion to take Items #5.4 and #8.1 out of order by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Communication - Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG) Executive Director's Report presented by C. Jenness
Accept and place on file: Communication - Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG) Executive Director's Report presented by C. Jenness
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Yem)
Informational - Golden Gloves Tournament
Accept and place on file: Informational - Golden Gloves Tournament
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Yem)
Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting December 17th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting December 17th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to have City Solicitor provide to City Council an update on the Rodenticide Ordinance
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have City Solicitor provide to City Council an update on the Rodenticide Ordinance
In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department look into adding speed bumps on Westmeadow Road and in front of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department look into adding speed bumps on Westmeadow Road and in front of the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide the City Council a report on the heating issues at the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide the City Council a report on the heating issues at the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department prepare a report on recent and continued failures in the new high...
Refer to the Joint School Facilites: Ask the City Manager to have proper department prepare a report on recent and continued failures in the new...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to Joint School Facilites and Municipal Facilities SC. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted. Filed by Wayne Jenness and Erik R. Gitschier; Wayne Jenness is shown as mover.
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“In City Council, no second needed, referred to Joint School Facilites and Municipal Facilities SC. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Refer to the Joint Municipal Facilities: Ask the City Manager to have proper department prepare a report on recent and continued failures in the...
Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer matter to Joint Municipal Facilities and School Facilities SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer matter to Joint Municipal Facilities and School Facilities SC. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department report on the effectiveness of the Registration and Maintenance of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department report on the effectiveness of the Registration and Maintenance of...
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: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Req, City Manager provide an update regarding the Smith Baker Center
Refer to the City Manager: Req, City Manager provide an update regarding the Smith Baker Center
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: Descoteaux, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate partners to review our festival and events safety protocols and...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate partners to review our festival and events safety protocols and...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper departments provide an updated report on ARPA allocations
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper departments provide an updated report on ARPA allocations
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to review heating/cooling conditions at the Pawtucket Memorial School
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to review heating/cooling conditions at the Pawtucket Memorial School
In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Gitschier)
Communication - Appointment of David Daly to Citizen Advisory Committee
Approve: Communication - Appointment of David Daly to Citizen Advisory Committee
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Communication - Reappointments to Various Boards and Commissions
Approve: Communication - Reappointments to Various Boards and Commissions
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Bundle and waive second reading for Items #7.1 to #7.5, inclusive
Motion to bundle and waive second reading for Items #7.1 to #7.5, inclusive by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle and waive second reading for Items #7.1 to #7.5, inclusive by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
Vote - Accept/Expend $214.30 FY25 State 911 Dept EMD Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $214.30 FY25 State 911 Dept EMD Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept/Expend $790,957.53 FY25 Shannon Grant Community Safety Initiative
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $790,957.53 FY25 Shannon Grant Community Safety Initiative
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept/Expend $82,895 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $82,895 Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Vote - Authorize CM Execute Parking Agreement with 495 Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Execute Parking Agreement with 495 Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Vote - Confirm Vote to Apply/Expend $978,120 MVP Grant
Approve: Vote - Confirm Vote to Apply/Expend $978,120 MVP Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Parks and Recreation SC Joint With Finance SC December 11, 2024
Adopt: Parks and Recreation SC Joint With Finance SC December 11, 2024
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux to adopt recommendation of subcommittee to develop a training facility at Martin Athletic Complex as proposed. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux to adopt recommendation of subcommittee to develop a training facility at Martin Athletic Complex as proposed. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Chau C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Descoteaux)
Accept the report: Parks and Recreation SC Joint With Finance SC December 11, 2024
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Claims - (2) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (2) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Misc. - Sombath Chum request City consider absorbing the easement adjacent to my property located at 45 Lincoln Parkway
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Sombath Chum request City consider absorbing the easement adjacent to my property located at 45 Lincoln Parkway
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Yem. 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. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Yem)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
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