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May 6, 2025
34 recorded votes, 30 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Mayor Daniel P. Rourke presiding.
Present: Sokhary Chau, John Descoteaux, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott, Paul Ratha Yem, Corey Belanger
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. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
Introduction - Cast of MRT Production of "What You Are Now
Accept and place on file: Introduction - Cast of MRT Production of "What You Are Now
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, 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. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
Proclamation - Nurses Week
Accept and place on file: Proclamation - Nurses Week
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
Citation - Proleung Khmer and Cambodian Mutual
Accept and place on file: Citation - Proleung Khmer and Cambodian Mutual
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, 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. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)
Minutes of Rules & Election Law SC April 29th; City Council Regular Meeting April 29th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Rules & Election Law SC April 29th; City Council Regular Meeting April 29th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, 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. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Ordinance - Amend Chapter 290 - Flood Plain Overlay
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 290 - Flood Plain Overlay
Motion “To adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request installation of plastic gas main 682-980 Chelmsford Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request installation of plastic gas main 682-980 Chelmsford Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request replacement of existing gas main at 53 Meadowcroft Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request replacement of existing gas main at 53 Meadowcroft Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request replacement of existing gas main Princeton Boulevard
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request replacement of existing gas main Princeton Boulevard
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 969 Westford Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 969 Westford Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of underground facility on Quebec and Blossom Streets
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of underground facility on Quebec and Blossom Streets
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
CarriageHouse Consulting, Inc. - Request installation of an underground monitoring well in sidewalk located at 219...
Refer to Wire Inspector: CarriageHouse Consulting, Inc. - Request installation of an underground monitoring well in sidewalk located at 219 East...
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Take Item #7.3 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #7.3 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #7.3 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to provide an update regarding the use of the UML Inn and Conference Center after the facility...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide an update regarding the use of the UML Inn and Conference Center after the facility is...
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: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department explore the installation of a convex mirror on pole at...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department explore the installation of a convex mirror on pole at intersection...
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: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to provide a report on the process used for appointment to the Lowell TeleMedia Center (LTC)...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a report on the process used for appointment to the Lowell TeleMedia Center (LTC) seats...
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: Robinson, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to collaborate with the Lowell Regional
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to collaborate with the Lowell Regional
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: Scott, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to provide a report detailing the responsibilities associated with National Grid’s installation...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a report detailing the responsibilities associated with National Grid’s installation of...
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: Scott, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department explore the feasibility of installing a floating walkway...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department explore the feasibility of installing a floating walkway...
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 Kimberly Scott and Paul Ratha Yem; Kimberly Scott is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
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)
Take Item #8.1 out of order
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Item #8.1 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Item #8.1 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Communication - Resignation of Mona Tyree from DEIB Committee
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation of Mona Tyree from DEIB Committee
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Robinson. 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. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Robinson)
Refer resignation letter to City Manager to assist with solutions
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer resignation letter to City Manager to assist with solutions. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer resignation letter to City Manager to assist with solutions. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Gitschier)
Communication - Appointment of Melissa Morales to Board of Parks
Approve: Communication - Appointment of Melissa Morales to Board of Parks
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 1 absent (C. Nuon). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe roll call lists Vesna Nuon as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem), 1 absent (C. Nuon). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Yem)
Communication - Planning Board recommendation to Zoning Code entitled Flood Plain Overlay District
Accept and place on file: Communication - Planning Board recommendation to Zoning Code entitled Flood Plain Overlay District
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Communication - City Manager request approval for (1) Out of State Travel for HHS
Adopt: Communication - City Manager request approval for (1) Out of State Travel for HHS
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Accept MGL c. 71 s. 37M
Adopt: Vote - Accept MGL c. 71 s. 37M
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Vote - Authorize CM to File Special Legislation
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM to File Special Legislation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, M. Rourke, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Rules & Election Law SC April 29, 2025
Accept the report: Rules & Election Law SC April 29, 2025
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Chau to accept the report as a report of progress. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Chau to accept the report as a report of progress. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Chau)
Misc. - Levenia Furusa (Fusion Church) request installation of a handicap parking sign at 125 Mt. Hope Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Levenia Furusa (Fusion Church) request installation of a handicap parking sign at 125 Mt. Hope Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. 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. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
Misc. - Ronald Gallagher request installation of a handicap parking sign at 32 Chapel Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Ronald Gallagher request installation of a handicap parking sign at 32 Chapel Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. 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 refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
National Grid / Verizon NE - Request installation of (2) JO Poles for service to 9 Baldwin Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid / Verizon NE - Request installation of (2) JO Poles for service to 9 Baldwin Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 20, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 20, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request installation of a replacement gas regulator pit near Rogers and High Streets
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas d/b/a National Grid - Request installation of a replacement gas regulator pit near Rogers and High Streets
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 20, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 20, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
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