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September 23, 2025
56 recorded votes, 49 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
During the meeting:
- Wayne Jenness recused from the vote on: Ask the City Manager to send a letter to the state delegation and the Governor respectfully requesting.
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. Gitschier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Presentation - TNA Wrestling (Ross Forman)
Take Item #7.2 out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #7.2 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #7.2 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting September 9th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting September 9th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Chau)
Ordinance - Amend Form Based Code Parcels 2, 3A, 4, and 5 HCID
Refer to Planning Board (10/20/25) for report and recommendation and to City Council Public Hearing on October 28, 2025 at 7 PM
In City Council, Hearing opened, Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to refer to Planning Board (10/20/25) for report and recommendation and to City Council Public Hearing on October 28, 2025 at 7 PM. So voted.
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“In City Council, Hearing opened, Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to refer to Planning Board (10/20/25) for report and recommendation and to City Council Public Hearing on October 28, 2025 at 7 PM. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 778 Broadway Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 778 Broadway Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) SO pole located at 1313 Gorham Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) SO pole located at 1313 Gorham Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at Lakeview Avenue/Farmland Road
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at Lakeview Avenue/Farmland Road
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Chau)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 245 Stevens Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 245 Stevens Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Jenness)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 26-32 Fisher Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 26-32 Fisher Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Chau, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Chau, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Scott)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 934 Westford Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 934 Westford Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Scott)
Comcast - Request installation of underground conduit on Acropolis Road
Refer to Wire Inspector: Comcast - Request installation of underground conduit on Acropolis Road
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Chau)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 791 Andover Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 791 Andover Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at Hildreth/Ludlam Streets
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at Hildreth/Ludlam Streets
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Take Item #12.2 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #12.2 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #12.2 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department reset and add granite curbing to the corner of Wyman Road and...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department reset and add granite curbing to the corner of Wyman Road and...
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: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to give the City Council an update on the lights on Westford Street at Steadman Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to give the City Council an update on the lights on Westford Street at Steadman Street
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: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to provide the City Council with a capital plan for all playground equipment; the current age...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide the City Council with a capital plan for all playground equipment; the current age of...
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: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Req, City Manager update the City Council on the playground at the Bailey School
Refer to the City Manager: Req, City Manager update the City Council on the playground at the Bailey School
In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to provide the City Council with a report of all positions still being funded through the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide the City Council with a report of all positions still being funded through the American...
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: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to send a letter to the state delegation and the Governor respectfully requesting they set...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to send a letter to the state delegation and the Governor respectfully requesting they set aside...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke) 1 recuse (C. Jenness). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Scott, YemWayne Jenness recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke) 1 recuse (C. Jenness). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to provide an update on the progress of the creation of a Facility Department
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide an update on the progress of the creation of a Facility Department
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 John Descoteaux and Erik R. Gitschier; John Descoteaux is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department draft an ordinance banning safe injection sites within City limits
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department draft an ordinance banning safe injection sites within City limits
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 nay (C. Nuon), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Robinson, Scott, YemNo: NuonFiled by Corey Robinson and Erik R. Gitschier; Corey Robinson is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 nay (C. Nuon), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Request: City Council work with the City administration and the proper department to address concerns regarding...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council work with the City administration and the proper department to address concerns regarding Route...
In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Chau)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department examine ordinance regarding parking near crosswalks and explore...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department examine ordinance regarding parking near crosswalks and explore the...
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 have the proper department install (1) “15-Minute” parking sign on Arcand Drive, in front of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department install (1) “15-Minute” parking sign on Arcand Drive, in front of...
In City Council, seconded by C. Belanger, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Belanger, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Belanger)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department investigate the lack of maintenance of the Pawtucketville side of the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department investigate the lack of maintenance of the Pawtucketville side of the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Chau)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department investigate the rodent infestation around the former Superior Court...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department investigate the rodent infestation around the former Superior Court...
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 Kimberly Scott; Wayne Jenness is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department clean up the trash in the former Superior Court House parking lots...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department clean up the trash in the former Superior Court House parking lots and...
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 Kimberly Scott; Wayne Jenness is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to provide an update on the process for companies removing trees from their properties...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide an update on the process for companies removing trees from their properties, including...
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 an update on the current use and effectiveness of mobile cameras in areas with high...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide an update on the current use and effectiveness of mobile cameras in areas with high...
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: Scott, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department explore the installation of permanent solar-powered speed...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department explore the installation of permanent solar-powered speed...
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 an update for speed hump installation on Douglas Road and Wentworth Avenue
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide an update for speed hump installation on Douglas Road and Wentworth Avenue
In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Chau)
Ask the City Manager to work with the Superintendent of Schools to update the Bailey School playground
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the Superintendent of Schools to update the Bailey School playground
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Gitschier)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
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)
Communication - Appointment of New Members to Various Boards and Commissions
Approve: Communication - Appointment of New Members to Various Boards and Commissions
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Jenness)
Take Item #6.6 out of order
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #6.6 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #6.6 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Scott)
Communication - City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel (1) LPD; (1) Pollard Library; (1) DPW...
Adopt: Communication - City Manager request approval of Out of State Travel (1) LPD; (1) Pollard Library; (1) DPW (Sustainability); (1) DPD
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Nuon, M. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Robinson, 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. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 2 absent (C. Nuon, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Bundle and waive second reading of Items #8.1 to #8.5, inclusively
Motion to bundle and waive second reading of Items #8.1 to #8.5, inclusively by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to bundle and waive second reading of Items #8.1 to #8.5, inclusively by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept Gift of $35k from Lowell Five Bank – LPD
Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift of $35k from Lowell Five Bank – LPD
In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Vote - Accept Gift of $500 from Mr. Robert Bassett – LHS
Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift of $500 from Mr. Robert Bassett – LHS
In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Vote - Accept/Expend $9,781.60 State 911 Emergency Medical Dispatch Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $9,781.60 State 911 Emergency Medical Dispatch Grant
In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Vote - Approve Exemption of Melissa Desroches MGL c.268A s.20
Adopt: Vote - Approve Exemption of Melissa Desroches MGL c.268A s.20
In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agr with Project Learn, Inc. - 26-28 Central St
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agr with Project Learn, Inc. - 26-28 Central St
In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Order - 60 Day Trial
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Chau)
Ordinance - Amend Chapter 266 - Vehicles and Traffic
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 266 - Vehicles and Traffic
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
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. Chau. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Chau)
Misc. - VHB (Markley Group, LLC) request installation of fourteen (14) six-thousand gallon and two (2) six-thousand...
Refer joint Environmental and Flood Issues SC with Neighborhoods SC by Robinson, seconded
In City Council, Motion to refer joint Environmental and Flood Issues SC with Neighborhoods SC by Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 nay (C. Gitschier), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Chau, Descoteaux, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Scott, YemNo: Gitschier
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer joint Environmental and Flood Issues SC with Neighborhoods SC by Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 1 nay (C. Gitschier), 1 absent (M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)
Suspend rules to allow Sam Lambert to address the Council
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Gitschier to suspend rules to allow Sam Lambert to address the Council. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Gitschier to suspend rules to allow Sam Lambert to address the Council. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Gitschier)
Misc. - Khan Sann request installation of a handicap parking sign at 475 Westford Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Khan Sann request installation of a handicap parking sign at 475 Westford Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Chau, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Chau, seconded by C. Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Gitschier)
Bundle Items #12.4 to #12.8, inclusive
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott to bundle Items #12.4 to #12.8, inclusive. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott to bundle Items #12.4 to #12.8, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Scott)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) utility pole with a recloser at 501 Bridge Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) utility pole with a recloser at 501 Bridge Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) utility pole with a recloser at 58 Methuen Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) utility pole with a recloser at 58 Methuen Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) utility pole with a recloser at 12-14 Twelfth Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of (1) utility pole with a recloser at 12-14 Twelfth Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Boston Gas - Request installation of replacement gas main on Mammoth Road at Columbia Road
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request installation of replacement gas main on Mammoth Road at Columbia Road
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Boston Gas - Request relocation of existing gas main on Lakeview Avenue at Bunker Hill Avenue
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request relocation of existing gas main on Lakeview Avenue at Bunker Hill Avenue
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 7, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Scott, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Scott, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Chau)
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