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February 17, 2026
42 recorded votes, 41 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Mayor Erik R. Gitschier presiding.
Present: Sokhary Chau, John Descoteaux, Erik R. Gitschier, Belinda M. Juran, Sidney L. Liang, Sean McDonough, Rita Mercier, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott
Absent: Vesna Nuon
During the meeting:
- Sean McDonough recused from the vote on: Vote – Accept MGL c.40 s.71 - School Bus Violation Detection Monitoring. Speaking in favor Michael Gorman.
- Sean McDonough recused from the vote on: Ordinance - Amend Chap 222.24 - School Bus Violation.
- Sean McDonough recused from the vote on: Informational Reports Informational Report – SS4A. Ms. Oltman, Transportation Engineer noted over the past.
- Sean McDonough recused from the vote on: Vote - Establish School Bus Violation Stabilization Fund.
- Sean McDonough recused from the vote on: Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $250k MA Office of Disability Grant.
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. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Presentation - Roberto Clemente Baseball League- Maria Claudio. Speaker: Amada Gregory commented on accomplishments...
Accept and place on file: Presentation - Roberto Clemente Baseball League- Maria Claudio. Speaker: Amada Gregory commented on accomplishments of...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Mercier)
Citation
Accept and place on file: Citation
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Minutes of City Council Regular meeting February 10th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of City Council Regular meeting February 10th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Descoteaux)
Vote – Accept MGL c.40 s.71 - School Bus Violation Detection Monitoring. Speaking in favor Michael Gorman, 4 Brick...
Adopt: Vote – Accept MGL c.40 s.71 - School Bus Violation Detection Monitoring. Speaking in favor Michael Gorman, 4 Brick Road Middleton...
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 Yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Nuon), 1 recuse (McDonough). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, Mercier, Robinson, Rourke, ScottSean McDonough recused and is left out of this vote.
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“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 Yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Nuon), 1 recuse (McDonough). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ordinance - Amend Chap 222.24 - School Bus Violation
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Chap 222.24 - School Bus Violation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 Yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Nuon), 1 recuse (McDonough). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, Mercier, Robinson, Rourke, ScottSean McDonough recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 Yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Nuon), 1 recuse (McDonough). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) SO pole at 242 Church Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) SO pole at 242 Church Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to have the HR Department provide a summary of a demographic report, including city staff...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the HR Department provide a summary of a demographic report, including city staff...
In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: McDonough)
Adopt: Ask the City Manager to have the HR Department provide a summary of a demographic report, including city staff residency (Lowellians vs....
M. Gitschier agreed with colleagues that if the maker of the motion removed the part regarding Ch 268A. After further discussion M. Gitschier made a substitute motion “Req. City Mgr. have the HR Department provide a summary of a demographic report, including city staff residency (Lowellians vs. non-Lowellians) by leadership level”, seconded by C. Liang. Adopted on roll call vote 6 yeas C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Robinson), 4 nays (C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Nuon). So voted
Yes: Chau, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, RobinsonNo: Descoteaux, Mercier, Rourke, Scott
From the minutes
“M. Gitschier agreed with colleagues that if the maker of the motion removed the part regarding Ch 268A. After further discussion M. Gitschier made a substitute motion “Req. City Mgr. have the HR Department provide a summary of a demographic report, including city staff residency (Lowellians vs. non-Lowellians) by leadership level”, seconded by C. Liang. Adopted on roll call vote 6 yeas C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Robinson), 4 nays (C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Nuon). So voted.” (second: Liang)
Bundle #6.2, #6.3 and #6.4 and refer to next week February 24, 2026 agenda because C. Nuon is absent
M. Gitschier asked for a motion “To bundle #6.2, #6.3 and #6.4 and refer to next week February 24, 2026 agenda because C. Nuon is absent” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“M. Gitschier asked for a motion “To bundle #6.2, #6.3 and #6.4 and refer to next week February 24, 2026 agenda because C. Nuon is absent” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to invite an appropriate personnel member from the National Grid to come to the Council Chamber...
Postpone to a later meeting: Ask the City Manager to invite an appropriate personnel member from the National Grid to come to the Council Chamber...
In City Council, referred to next week’s agenda February 24, 2026. So voted.
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“In City Council, referred to next week’s agenda February 24, 2026. So voted..”
Ask the City Manager to require that National Grid appear in-person for approval of future request of installations...
Postpone to a later meeting: Ask the City Manager to require that National Grid appear in-person for approval of future request of installations...
In City Council, referred to next week’s agenda February 24, 2026. So voted.
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“In City Council, referred to next week’s agenda February 24, 2026. So voted..”
Ask the City Manager to provide an update from National Grid on gas modernization projects
Postpone to a later meeting: Ask the City Manager to provide an update from National Grid on gas modernization projects
In City Council, referred to next week’s agenda February 24, 2026. So voted.
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“In City Council, referred to next week’s agenda February 24, 2026. So voted..”
Request: an update from Skanska/ Suffolk on the progress of Coburn Hall renovation
Refer to the City Manager: Request: an update from Skanska/ Suffolk on the progress of Coburn Hall renovation
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: Descoteaux, second: Chau)
Request: the City Manager work with the appropriate department to ensure property owners in mixed use and commercial...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager work with the appropriate department to ensure property owners in mixed use and commercial...
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: McDonough, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to work with appropriate departments to consider opportunities to enhance safety for sledding...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with appropriate departments to consider opportunities to enhance safety for sledding at...
In City Council, seconded by C. Liang, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Liang, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Liang)
Ask the City Manager to have appropriate personnel answer questions about National Grid work authorization process...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have appropriate personnel answer questions about National Grid work authorization process...
In City Council, no seconded by 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 Belinda M. Juran and Sidney L. Liang; Belinda M. Juran is shown as mover.
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“In City Council, no seconded by needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Juran)
Request: the City Manager send a formal letter to the Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Chair...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager send a formal letter to the Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Chair...
In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: McDonough)
Request: the City Manager reach out to the Inspector General's Office in regard to having them perform a forensic...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager reach out to the Inspector General's Office in regard to having them perform a forensic audit...
In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Descoteaux)
Take an item out of order
C. Robinson made a motion to “Suspend the Rules to take #7.4 out of order”, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“C. Robinson made a motion to “Suspend the Rules to take #7.4 out of order”, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Descoteaux)
Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson? So voted.
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“Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson? So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Chau)
Suspend the Rules to discuss a note she had received”, seconded
C. Mercier made a motion “To Suspend the Rules to discuss a note she had received”, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“C. Mercier made a motion “To Suspend the Rules to discuss a note she had received”, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough)
Informational Reports Informational Report – SS4A. Ms. Oltman, Transportation Engineer noted over the past years...
Accept and place on file: Informational Reports Informational Report – SS4A. Ms. Oltman, Transportation Engineer noted over the past years they...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
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)
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Liang)
Communication - Reappointment of Members to Historic Board
Accept and place on file: Communication - Reappointment of Members to Historic Board
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Juran)
Approve: Communication - Reappointment of Members to Historic Board
The following reappointments were noted, George Villaras and Troy Depezia and adopted on roll call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, ScottThe roll call lists Corey Robinson and Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“The following reappointments were noted, George Villaras and Troy Depezia and adopted on roll call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted..”
Communication - Reappointments of Members to Board of Health
Accept and place on file: Communication - Reappointments of Members to Board of Health
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Juran)
Approve: Communication - Reappointments of Members to Board of Health
The following reappointments were noted Alison Keegan and Erin Gendron and adopted on roll call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Nuon). So voted.
From the minutes
“The following reappointments were noted Alison Keegan and Erin Gendron and adopted on roll call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Nuon). So voted..”
Vote - Establish School Bus Violation Stabilization Fund
Adopt: Vote - Establish School Bus Violation Stabilization Fund
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Mercier. Defeated per Roll Call vote 7 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 recuse (C. McDonough). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, Mercier, ScottThe roll call lists Corey Robinson and Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it. Sean McDonough recused and is left out of this vote. The minutes record this as failing with more yeas than nays (7 to 0); some council votes need a two-thirds majority (for example borrowing, appropriations or zoning). MassVoter shows the result as the minutes record it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Mercier. Defeated per Roll Call vote 7 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 recuse (C. McDonough). So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Mercier)
Vote - Accept/Expend $250k FY26 Earmarked Funds - Hall Street Bridge
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $250k FY26 Earmarked Funds - Hall Street Bridge
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, ScottThe roll call lists Corey Robinson and Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
Vote - Accept/Expend $56,250 Hazard Mitigation Grant – Fire
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $56,250 Hazard Mitigation Grant – Fire
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, ScottThe roll call lists Corey Robinson and Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Scott), 3 absent (C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $250k MA Office of Disability Grant
Adopt: Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $250k MA Office of Disability Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Juran. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Nuon, C. Rourke), 1 recuse (C. McDonough). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, Mercier, Robinson, ScottThe roll call lists Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it. Sean McDonough recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Juran. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Nuon, C. Rourke), 1 recuse (C. McDonough). So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Juran)
Vote - FY26 Free Cash Certification and Recommendation. Registered Speaker: Ryan Faria
Adopt: Vote - FY26 Free Cash Certification and Recommendation. Registered Speaker: Ryan Faria
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Juran. Before voting M. Gitschier noted he would recuse himself on the portion of the vote regarding the City Clerk/Elections Department. C. McDonough also recused himself from the portion of the vote regarding the School Department. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Nuon, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Nuon, C. Rourke). So voted.
The roll call lists Vesna Nuon and Daniel P. Rourke both as voting and as absent. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Juran. Before voting M. Gitschier noted he would recuse himself on the portion of the vote regarding the City Clerk/Elections Department. C. McDonough also recused himself from the portion of the vote regarding the School Department. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Nuon, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Nuon, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Juran)
Resolution - Adopt Vision Zero Policy
Adopt: Resolution - Adopt Vision Zero Policy
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Nuon, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Robinson, ScottThe roll call lists Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Nuon, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Descoteaux)
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. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux. 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. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Descoteaux)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Juran, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Juran, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: McDonough)
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