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September 9, 2025
60 recorded votes, 46 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, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott
Absent: John Descoteaux, Paul Ratha Yem, Corey Belanger
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. Chau, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Gitschier)
Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting August 12th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting August 12th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Take Items #5.2 and #5.3 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier to take Items #5.2 and #5.3 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier to take Items #5.2 and #5.3 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to create a program to assist any disable person who may face a violation i.e; to trim hedges...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to create a program to assist any disable person who may face a violation i.e; to trim hedges on...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Request: City Council support and ordinance that prohibits needle exchange programs within 1000 feet of a school and...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council support and ordinance that prohibits needle exchange programs within 1000 feet of a school and...
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, 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 Rita Mercier and John Descoteaux; Rita Mercier is shown as mover.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to explore the feasibility of expanding the Senior Center into all or part of the vacant...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to explore the feasibility of expanding the Senior Center into all or part of the vacant Walgreens...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
Filed by Kimberly Scott, Rita Mercier and Paul Ratha Yem; Kimberly Scott is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Scott)
Take Item #4.11 out of order
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #4.11 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #4.11 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department explore eliminating the minimum water usage billing charge...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department explore eliminating the minimum water usage billing charge beginning...
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: Scott, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department meet with the Back Central neighbors regarding parking issues...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department meet with the Back Central neighbors regarding parking issues...
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: Scott, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to create a Lower Locks Working Group involving all organizations with an interest in the Lower...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to create a Lower Locks Working Group involving all organizations with an interest in the Lower...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide the City Council with an update and timeline on the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide the City Council with an update and timeline on the bridge...
In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Chau)
Request: City Council vote to declare September 15-19, 2025 as “Annual Voter Registration Week” in Lowell to...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council vote to declare September 15-19, 2025 as “Annual Voter Registration Week” in Lowell to recognize...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to bring updated noise ordinance with increased penalties for repeat corporate offenders to the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to bring updated noise ordinance with increased penalties for repeat corporate offenders to the...
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: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to have the Law Department draw up an ordinance prohibiting the distribution of needles within...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the Law Department draw up an ordinance prohibiting the distribution of needles within...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
Take Item #4.13 out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #4.13 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #4.13 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide the City Council with any area that was designated a...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide the City Council with any area that was designated a school...
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: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to have the Lowell Police Department look into adding walking patrols in the area of Gorham...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the Lowell Police Department look into adding walking patrols in the area of Gorham...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, 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 Erik R. Gitschier and Corey Belanger; Erik R. Gitschier is shown as mover.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department explore dedicating and renaming the intersection of Middle Street...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department explore dedicating and renaming the intersection of Middle Street at...
In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager/Veterans Monument Committee. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Jenness, referred to City Manager/Veterans Monument Committee. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Take Item #4.15 out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #4.15 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #4.15 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide a detailed report on ongoing challenges with solid waste...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide a detailed report on ongoing challenges with solid waste...
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: Robinson, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide options to include IPM requirements as part of all...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide options to include IPM requirements as part of all...
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 work with the traffic engineer to address pedestrian safety concerns in high volume areas...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the traffic engineer to address pedestrian safety concerns in high volume areas...
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to instruct the appropriate department to review and evaluate potential traffic calming...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to instruct the appropriate department to review and evaluate potential traffic calming measures...
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: Chau, second: Gitschier)
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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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Send letter of support regarding exemptions
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to send letter of support regarding exemptions. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to send letter of support regarding exemptions. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Refer to the Law Department to develop draft ordinance: Motion Responses
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer back to Law Department to develop draft ordinance and to refer to appropriate subcommittee. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier to refer back to Law Department to develop draft ordinance and to refer to appropriate subcommittee. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Communication - Reappointment of Ellen Brideau to Board of Assessors
Approve: Communication - Reappointment of Ellen Brideau to Board of Assessors
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Communication - Appointment of Daniel Shanahan to ZBA
Approve: Communication - Appointment of Daniel Shanahan to ZBA
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Take Item #10.5 out of order
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #10.5 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #10.5 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Communication - City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel (1) HHS; (1) Pollard Library
Adopt: Communication - City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel (1) HHS; (1) Pollard Library
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Bundle and waive second reading Items # 6.1 through Item #6.9
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness to bundle and waive second reading Items # 6.1 through Item #6.9. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness to bundle and waive second reading Items # 6.1 through Item #6.9. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Jenness)
Vote - Accept/Expend $19,250 Mass Technology Collaborative Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $19,250 Mass Technology Collaborative Grant
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Accept/Expend $216,990 FY26 Municipal Staffing Grant – LPD
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $216,990 FY26 Municipal Staffing Grant – LPD
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Accept/Expend $80,000 Department of Mental Health Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $80,000 Department of Mental Health Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Accept/Expend $90,750 FY26 Municipal Staffing Grant – Fire
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $90,750 FY26 Municipal Staffing Grant – Fire
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agr with UpNext LLC - 262 Merrimack St
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agr with UpNext LLC - 262 Merrimack St
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agr with UpNext LLC - 51-57 Market St
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agr with UpNext LLC - 51-57 Market St
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agreement with Kiwanis Club of Greater Lowell. (8)
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agreement with Kiwanis Club of Greater Lowell. (8)
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Authorize CM Execute Temporary Access Agreement with Wexford Development
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Execute Temporary Access Agreement with Wexford Development
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Vote - Authorize CM Execute Temporary Access Agreement with WinnDevelopment
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Execute Temporary Access Agreement with WinnDevelopment
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Order - 60 Day Trial
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, M. Rourke, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Ordinance - Amend Form Based Code Parcels 2, 3A, 4, and 5 HCID
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Form Based Code Parcels 2, 3A, 4, and 5 HCID
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Public Safety SC July 22, 2025
Accept the report: Public Safety SC July 22, 2025
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole at Grove and Manahan Streets
Adopt: Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole at Grove and Manahan Streets
In City Council, Motion “To adopt and accept the accompanying order” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To adopt and accept the accompanying order” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Chau)
Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduit for underground facilities at...
Adopt: Wire Insp. - National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduit for underground facilities at Middlesex Street and Eagle...
In City Council, Motion “To adopt and accept the accompanying order” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To adopt and accept the accompanying order” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Scott)
Claim - (1) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claim - (1) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Misc. - Project Learn (LZ Nunn) request installation of overhanging sign located at 26-28 Central Street
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Project Learn (LZ Nunn) request installation of overhanging sign located at 26-28 Central Street
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. - James Scott McGrath request removal of handicap parking sign located at 38 London Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - James Scott McGrath request removal of handicap parking sign located at 38 London Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Misc. - Mary Prestia request installation of a handicap parking sign at 1036 Central Street, Apt. #4
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Mary Prestia request installation of a handicap parking sign at 1036 Central Street, Apt. #4
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Gitschier)
Misc. - Norma Von Fricken request permission to address Council regarding tree significance in the community
Accept and place on file: Misc. - Norma Von Fricken request permission to address Council regarding tree significance in the community
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 778 Broadway Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 778 Broadway Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) SO pole located at 1313 Gorham Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) SO pole located at 1313 Gorham Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at Lakeview Avenue/Farmland Road
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at Lakeview Avenue/Farmland Road
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 245 Stevens Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 245 Stevens Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 26-
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 26-
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 934 Westford Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 934 Westford Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Comcast - Request installation of underground conduit on Acropolis Road
Send to a public hearing: Comcast - Request installation of underground conduit on Acropolis Road
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 791 Andover Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 791 Andover Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at Hildreth/Ludlam Streets
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at Hildreth/Ludlam Streets
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. 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 September 23, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
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