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July 22, 2025
43 recorded votes, 36 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
During the meeting:
- Rita Mercier recused from the vote on: Vote - Authorize CM to Approve Beano License - Senior Center.
- John Descoteaux recused from the vote on: Vote - Transfer $2mil – Schools.
- Vesna Nuon recused from the vote on: Vote - Transfer $2mil – Schools.
- Daniel P. Rourke recused from the vote on: Vote - Transfer $2mil – Schools.
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. Chau. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Chau)
Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting July 8th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting July 8th, for acceptance
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)
Vote - Accept MGL c. 59 s. 22I - HERO Act
Adopt: Vote - Accept MGL c. 59 s. 22I - HERO Act
Motion “To adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. 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. Jenness. 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: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to have the Transportation Engineer install bollards at the corner of Westford and Stedman...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the Transportation Engineer install bollards at the corner of Westford and Stedman Streets...
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: Descoteaux, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department add Wellesley, Walton and West Albert Streets to the paving list
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department add Wellesley, Walton and West Albert Streets to the paving list
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to work with appropriate departments to provide the City Council with a report of the number of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with appropriate departments to provide the City Council with a report of the number of...
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: Nuon, second: Yem)
Ask the City Manager to work with appropriate departments to provide the City Council with a report as to the number...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with appropriate departments to provide the City Council with a report as to the number of...
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: Nuon, second: Yem)
Request: City Council adopt an ordinance requiring that all sidewalk replacement projects remain consistent with...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council adopt an ordinance requiring that all sidewalk replacement projects remain consistent with...
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: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Refer to Neighborhoods SC: Request: City Council adopt an ordinance requiring that all sidewalk replacement projects remain consistent with...
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Neighborhoods SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Neighborhoods SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to compose and send a letter to our state and federal delegations requesting that they consider...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to compose and send a letter to our state and federal delegations requesting that they consider...
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 Wayne Jenness and Erik R. Gitschier; Wayne Jenness is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Request: City Council adopt and ordinance requiring large generators being installed for emergency backup power...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council adopt and ordinance requiring large generators being installed for emergency backup power...
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 Wayne Jenness and Erik R. Gitschier; Wayne Jenness is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Refer to Environment & Flood Issues SC: Request: City Council adopt and ordinance requiring large generators being installed for emergency backup...
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Environment & Flood Issues SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Environment & Flood Issues SC. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Request: City Auditor review and provide a compilation of infrastructure spending allocated by district for the last...
Refer to City Auditor: Request: City Auditor review and provide a compilation of infrastructure spending allocated by district for the last five...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Auditor. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Auditor. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide an update on no parking signs at 98 Boisvert Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide an update on no parking signs at 98 Boisvert Street
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)
Allow Sandra McNamara to address the Council
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier to allow Sandra McNamara to address the Council. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier to allow Sandra McNamara to address the Council. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department explore the installation of children slow traffic signage on May...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department explore the installation of children slow traffic signage on May and...
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: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper departments provide an update on the McPherson basketball court crack...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper departments provide an update on the McPherson basketball court crack sealing...
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 provide updates as to the odor control mitigation at the Duck Island wastewater treatment...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide updates as to the odor control mitigation at the Duck Island wastewater treatment facility
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)
Take Item #6,2 (Informational Report – Sewer Infrastructure Project Loan Forgiveness) with this discussion
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #6,2 (Informational Report – Sewer Infrastructure Project Loan Forgiveness) with this discussion. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #6,2 (Informational Report – Sewer Infrastructure Project Loan Forgiveness) with this discussion. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Take Item #7.7 out of order
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Item #7.7 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Item #7.7 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to provide an update as to safety and inspection protocols in our assisted living facilities
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide an update as to safety and inspection protocols in our assisted living facilities
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 Daniel P. Rourke; 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 / Informational Repoorts
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses / Informational Repoorts
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitsciher, 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. Gitsciher, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
Refer to Finance SC: Motion Responses / Informational Repoorts
F) Motion Response - Trash Contract and Solid Waste Recycling and Parks and Rec Enterprise – Motion by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Chau to refer matter to Finance SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“F) Motion Response - Trash Contract and Solid Waste Recycling and Parks and Rec Enterprise – Motion by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Chau to refer matter to Finance SC. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Chau)
Informational Reports. Informational Report - 25 MPH Speed Limit Tracking
Adopt: Informational Reports. Informational Report - 25 MPH Speed Limit Tracking
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness to adopt Option 1 regarding LPS funding. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness to adopt Option 1 regarding LPS funding. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Communication - Resignation of John Nickerson, Jr. from Zoning Board of Appeals
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation of John Nickerson, Jr. from Zoning Board of Appeals
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. 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. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
Bundle and waive second reading Items #7;1; 7;2; 7;3; and 7;6
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness to bundle and waive second reading Items #7;1; 7;2; 7;3; and 7;6. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness to bundle and waive second reading Items #7;1; 7;2; 7;3; and 7;6. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Jenness)
Vote - Accept/Expend $46,259.50 MassEVIP Grant – Parking
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $46,259.50 MassEVIP Grant – Parking
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Approve ORR Permit for Cobblestones
Adopt: Vote - Approve ORR Permit for Cobblestones
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Authorize CM Ex. 5 Year Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Ex. 5 Year Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Authorize CM Ex. License Agr with Aaron's Presents Inc
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Ex. License Agr with Aaron's Presents Inc
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Yem. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Yem)
Vote - Authorize CM to Approve Beano License - Senior Center
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM to Approve Beano License - Senior Center
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 recuse (C. Mercier). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemRita Mercier recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Yem, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 recuse (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)
Vote - Authorize CM to Send Notice of Hearing - 48 Kinsman Street
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM to Send Notice of Hearing - 48 Kinsman Street
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Gitschier, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Transfer $2mil – Schools
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $2mil – Schools
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 3 recuse (C. Descoteaux, C. Nuon, M. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Chau, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Robinson, Scott, YemJohn Descoteaux, Vesna Nuon and Daniel P. Rourke recused and are left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 3 recuse (C. Descoteaux, C. Nuon, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Take Items #7.4 and 7.5 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to take Items #7.4 and 7.5 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to take Items #7.4 and 7.5 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Order - 60 Day Trial
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Ordinance - Amend Chap 243 - Temporary Repairs by the City on Private Ways
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chap 243 - Temporary Repairs by the City on Private Ways
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 12, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 12, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Robinson)
Ordinance - Create New Position – Parks
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Create New Position – Parks
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 12, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 12, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Robinson)
Wire Inspector Reports:
Adopt: Wire Inspector Reports:
In City Council, Motion “To adopt and accept the accompanying orders” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To adopt and accept the accompanying orders” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Yem)
Claims - (3) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (3) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
Misc. - Dominic Sampson request permission to address Council regarding establishing a "Tool Library" to assist in...
Accept and place on file: Misc. - Dominic Sampson request permission to address Council regarding establishing a "Tool Library" to assist in daily...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, 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. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Mercier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole at Grove and Manahan Streets
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole at Grove and Manahan Streets
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 12, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 12, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduit for underground facilities at Middlesex Street...
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduit for underground facilities at Middlesex Street and...
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 12, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 12, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Jenness)
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