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42 recorded votes, 33 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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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
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)
Accept and place on file: Minutes of City Council Regular Meeting September 23rd; Environmental and Flood Issues SC Joint With Neighborhoods SC...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 266 - Vehicles and Traffic
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 “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)
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) utility pole with a recloser at 501 Bridge Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Nuon)
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) utility pole with a recloser at 58 Methuen Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Jenness)
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) utility pole with a recloser at 12-14 Twelfth Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Belanger. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Belanger. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Belanger)
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas - Request installation of replacement gas main on Mammoth Road at Columbia Road
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Jenness)
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas - Request relocation of existing gas main on Lakeview Avenue at Bunker Hill Avenue
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Descoteaux)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the Director of Elections provide a report on any irregularities, issue or concerns that...
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: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Take Item #7.4 out of order
Motion by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Chau to take Item #7.4 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Chau to take Item #7.4 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Chau)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the Director of Elections take steps to help increase voter turnout in the general election
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: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to place Caleb Street on the paving list
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: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to install sidewalks on the odd number side of Campbell Drive from Wedge Street to West Forest...
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)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department review and implement traffic calming measures on School Street...
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: Yem, second: Scott)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department take a look at Boynton Street for recommendations for traffic...
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: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department examine West 6th Street during drop-off hours and make any...
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: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to invite a representative for Sherriff Koutoujian, LPD, District Court Judges and the District...
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 Robinson and Erik R. Gitschier; Corey Robinson is shown as mover.
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
Motion: Motion Responses
Motion by Descoteaux, seconded by C. Scott to allow Ozzo to address the Council. So voted.
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“Motion by Descoteaux, seconded by C. Scott to allow Ozzo to address the Council. So voted..” (Motion: Scott)
Refer to Transportation SC: Motion Responses
N) Motion Response - School Bus Violation Fines – Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux to refer matter to Transportation SC. So voted.
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“N) Motion Response - School Bus Violation Fines – Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux to refer matter to Transportation SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Descoteaux)
Have City Manager reach out to Markley to have an initial conversation about the organization entering into a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA)...
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott to have City Manager reach out to Markley to have an initial conversation about the organization entering into a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) as an initial step of restoring trust with the neighbors. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott to have City Manager reach out to Markley to have an initial conversation about the organization entering into a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) as an initial step of restoring trust with the neighbors. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Scott)
Take Item #11.3 out of order
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #11.3 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #11.3 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignations of Members from Various Boards and Commissions
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Yem)
Approve: Communication - Appointment of New Members to Various Boards and Commissions
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, 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.
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Jenness, 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: Jenness, second: Yem)
Take Item #10.1 out of order
Motion by C. Chau, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #10.1 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Chau, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item #10.1 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Gitschier)
Approve: Communication - Reappointments to Various Boards and Commissions
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Gitschier)
Adopt: Communication - City Manager request approval of OST (1) LPD
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Gitschier)
Adopt: Communication - City Manager request approval of OST Front Runner Community Initiative Program (1) City Manager (DPD, Communications and...
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, 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, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Gitschier)
Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift of $5,202.48 from Franco American Veterans Organization
In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, 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.
“In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, 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)
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $495,624 FR-CARA Grant
In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, 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.
“In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, 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)
Adopt: Vote - Approve Exemption of Mary Beth McKenney MGL c.268A s.20
In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, 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.
“In City Council, Given 2nd Reading, 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)
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 204 – Noise
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 21, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 21, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Yem, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Jenness)
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Falsified Documents
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 21, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on October 21, 2025 @ 7 PM by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Chau)
Refer petition to a public hearing on October 21, 2025 at 7 PM
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott to refer petition to a public hearing on October 21, 2025 at 7 PM. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 2 nays (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Scott, YemNo: Chau, Rourke
“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott to refer petition to a public hearing on October 21, 2025 at 7 PM. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Belanger, C. Descoteaux, C. Gitschier, C. Jenness, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott, C. Yem), 2 nays (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Scott)
Accept the report: Environmental and Flood Issues SC Joint With Neighborhoods SC September 30, 2025
Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Yem. So voted.
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“Motion to accept the report as a report of progress by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Yem. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Yem)
Take an item out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item Motion Response “S” out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Gitschier to take Item Motion Response “S” out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Gitschier)
Adopt: Wire Inspector Reports (9/23/25)
In City Council, Motion “To adopt and accept the accompanying orders” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To adopt and accept the accompanying orders” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Mercier)
Refer to Law Department: Claim - (1) Personal Injury
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Descoteaux)
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Dennis Cole request installation of (1) handicap parking sign at 78 Cosgrove Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
Accept and place on file: Misc. - Rebecca Pike request permission to address City Council regarding use of skateboards, bicycles and rollerblades...
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)
Go into executive session: Executive Session - To Consider And Discuss The Purchase, Exchange, Lease, Or Value Of Real Property (The Senior...
In City Council, M. Rourke stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session and adjourn from that session by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. (9:20 PM). 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.
“In City Council, M. Rourke stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session and adjourn from that session by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. (9:20 PM). 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: Nuon)
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Belanger, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Jenness)
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