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March 24, 2026
76 recorded votes, 68 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, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott
Absent: None
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. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Proclamation - Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day
Accept and place on file: Proclamation - Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Juran)
Presentation - Cambodian Diaspora Conference. (Dr. Christine Su)
Accept and place on file: Presentation - Cambodian Diaspora Conference. (Dr. Christine Su)
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Take Item #7.1 out of order
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #7.1J out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #7.1J out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Minutes of joint Zoning SC & Neighborhoods SC March 5th; Neighborhoods SC March 5th; City Council Regular Meeting...
Accept and place on file: Minutes of joint Zoning SC & Neighborhoods SC March 5th; Neighborhoods SC March 5th; City Council Regular Meeting March...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Ordinance-Amend Fee Schedule-Parks
Adopt: Ordinance-Amend Fee Schedule-Parks
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Bundle Items #5.1 and #5.2, give second reading, hold hearing and refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation
Motion to bundle Items #5.1 and #5.2, give second reading, hold hearing and refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle Items #5.1 and #5.2, give second reading, hold hearing and refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing gas main on Sayles Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing gas main on Sayles Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Robinson)
Boston Gas - Request permission to extend existing gas main from Dutton Street to 6 Wiggin Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas - Request permission to extend existing gas main from Dutton Street to 6 Wiggin Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Robinson)
Bundle Items #5.3 and #5.10, inclusive, give second reading, hold hearing and refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation
Motion to bundle Items #5.3 and #5.10, inclusive, give second reading, hold hearing and refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle Items #5.3 and #5.10, inclusive, give second reading, hold hearing and refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request permission to install recloser at 313-317 Nesmith Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request permission to install recloser at 313-317 Nesmith Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request permission to install recloser at 12 Washer Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request permission to install recloser at 12 Washer Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request permission to install recloser at 491 Lawrence Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request permission to install recloser at 491 Lawrence Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request permission to relocate 3 poles on Wood Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request permission to relocate 3 poles on Wood Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 275 Varnum Avenue
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 275 Varnum Avenue
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 7-19 Nesmith Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 7-19 Nesmith Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 217 Wilder Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 217 Wilder Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 114- 120 Agawam Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO pole located at 114- 120 Agawam Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Request: the City Manager prepare a 15-year RFP for the needed space for the Lowell Senior Center
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager prepare a 15-year RFP for the needed space for the Lowell Senior Center
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
Discuss Item #6.13 with this item: Request: the City Manager prepare a 15-year RFP for the needed space for the Lowell Senior Center
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to discuss Item #6.13 with this item. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to discuss Item #6.13 with this item. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Motion: Request: the City Manager prepare a 15-year RFP for the needed space for the Lowell Senior Center
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson for the Manager to explore all possible actions to resolve this matter. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson for the Manager to explore all possible actions to resolve this matter. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have appropriate department(s) provide a draft plan for fulfilling the requirements of the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have appropriate department(s) provide a draft plan for fulfilling the requirements of the...
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 Belinda M. Juran and Kimberly Scott; Belinda M. Juran is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Juran)
Ask the City Manager to ask Director of Elections, and possibly Lowell Public Schools, to provide a debrief of what...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to ask Director of Elections, and possibly Lowell Public Schools, to provide a debrief of what...
In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to and his team develop an improvement plan for the internal physical environment of City Hall...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to and his team develop an improvement plan for the internal physical environment of City Hall to...
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)
Request: Mayor provide a semiannual report detailing the activities and responsibilities of his office; this report...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: Mayor provide a semiannual report detailing the activities and responsibilities of his office; this report...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department work with the Lowell 9-11 Never Forget Committee for installation of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department work with the Lowell 9-11 Never Forget Committee for installation of a...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Suspend rules to allow William Desrosiers to address the Council
Motion to suspend rules to allow William Desrosiers to address the Council by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to suspend rules to allow William Desrosiers to address the Council by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to work with private donors to construct a bench at the North Common in memory of New England...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with private donors to construct a bench at the North Common in memory of New England...
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 Daniel P. Rourke and Erik R. Gitschier; Daniel P. Rourke is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to provide a report on status of the Gage soccer field improvements in collaboration with...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a report on status of the Gage soccer field improvements in collaboration with Lowell...
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 examine the Apple Orchard site and provide a report on any...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department examine the Apple Orchard site and provide a report on any concerns...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide a detailed report on percentage as well as dollar amount...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide a detailed report on percentage as well as dollar amount...
In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide a detailed report on the City’s plans to support and...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide a detailed report on the City’s plans to support and address...
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 Sean McDonough; Corey Robinson is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to contact our National Golden Glove partners to establish a collaborative workgroup with the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to contact our National Golden Glove partners to establish a collaborative workgroup with the...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager / Economic Development SC. 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 Sean McDonough; Corey Robinson is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager / Economic Development SC. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department draft and execute a request for proposal (RFP) seeking to provide...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department draft and execute a request for proposal (RFP) seeking to provide...
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.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department provide the Council with a report outlining the details of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department provide the Council with a report outlining the details of the...
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: McDonough, second: Nuon)
Take Item #7.1 out of order
Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #7.1E out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #7.1E out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Robinson)
Request: the City Clerk record all Executive Session Minutes by audio
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Clerk record all Executive Session Minutes by audio
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: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Request: the City Manager look into adding the Tiny Tots Program back to the Summer Youth Program offered by the...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager look into adding the Tiny Tots Program back to the Summer Youth Program offered by the City's...
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)
Take Items #8.4 and #9.1 out of order
Motion by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Items #8.4 and #9.1 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Items #8.4 and #9.1 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Response – UNESCO
A) Motion Response – UNESCO - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“A) Motion Response – UNESCO - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Descoteaux)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Traffic Calming
B) Motion Response - Traffic Calming - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“B) Motion Response - Traffic Calming - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Chau)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Meadowcroft Street
C) Motion Response - Meadowcroft Street - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“C) Motion Response - Meadowcroft Street - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - 5 Yr Infrastructure Summary
D) Motion Response - 5 Yr Infrastructure Summary - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“D) Motion Response - 5 Yr Infrastructure Summary - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Chau)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Campbell Drive
E) Motion Response - Campbell Drive - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“E) Motion Response - Campbell Drive - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Nuon)
Take Item #7.2 (Informational – VHB) out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke to take Item #7.2 (Informational – VHB) out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke to take Item #7.2 (Informational – VHB) out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
F) Motion Response - Callery Park In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“F) Motion Response - Callery Park In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Mercier)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Bridge Safety Measures
G) Motion Response - Bridge Safety Measures - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“G) Motion Response - Bridge Safety Measures - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Scott)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - UML LINC
H) Motion Response - UML LINC - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“H) Motion Response - UML LINC - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Juran)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Community Benefits Agreement
I) Motion Response - Community Benefits Agreement - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“I) Motion Response - Community Benefits Agreement - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Chau)
Refer to the a Neighborhoods SC: Motion Responses
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott to refer matter to a Neighborhoods SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott to refer matter to a Neighborhoods SC. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Scott)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - BID Update
J) Motion Response - BID Update - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“J) Motion Response - BID Update - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Refer to Economic Development SC: Motion Responses
Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Robinson to refer matter to Economic Development SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Robinson to refer matter to Economic Development SC. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Robinson)
Take Item #6.6 out of order
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #6.6 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #6.6 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Informational Reports Informational Report - Traffic Ordinance Amendments
Accept and place on file: Informational Reports Informational Report - Traffic Ordinance Amendments
Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Robinson)
Accept and place on file: Informational Report - VHB - Father Morissette and French Street Improvements
Informational Report - VHB - Father Morissette and French Street Improvements - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Informational Report - VHB - Father Morissette and French Street Improvements - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Accept and place on file: Informational Report – CPC
Informational Report – CPC - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Informational Report – CPC - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Accept and place on file: Informational Report - Boards and Commissions
Informational Report - Boards and Commissions - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Informational Report - Boards and Commissions - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Descoteaux)
Refer to Rules SC: Informational Reports Informational Report - Traffic Ordinance Amendments
Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Mercier to refer matter to Rules SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Mercier to refer matter to Rules SC. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Mercier)
Communication - Resignation of Cormac Hondros-McCarthy from Sustainability Commission
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation of Cormac Hondros-McCarthy from Sustainability Commission
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Waive City Council Rule 5 to allow debate beyond 10:00 PM. (9:55 PM)
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to waive City Council Rule 5 to allow debate beyond 10:00 PM. (9:55 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott to waive City Council Rule 5 to allow debate beyond 10:00 PM. (9:55 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Liang, seconded by C. McDonough. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 abstain (C. Juran). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, ScottAbstained: JuranBelinda M. Juran abstained or voted present (shown as present, not voting).
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Liang, seconded by C. McDonough. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 abstain (C. Juran). So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: McDonough)
Vote - Accept/Expend $750k Community Project Funding Grant
Bundle and waive second reading for Items #8.2 and #8.3
Motion to bundle and waive second reading for Items #8.2 and #8.3 by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle and waive second reading for Items #8.2 and #8.3 by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $121k Mass Cultural Council FY26 Gaming Mitigation Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $121k Mass Cultural Council FY26 Gaming Mitigation Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Vote - Transfer $118,750 - Unemployment Budget
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $118,750 - Unemployment Budget
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Vote - Establish Solid Waste & Recycling Enterprise Fund
Postpone to a later meeting: Vote - Establish Solid Waste & Recycling Enterprise Fund
Motion to refer matter to April 7, 2026 meeting by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Defeated per roll call vote 3 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. McDonough), 8 nays (M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, McDonoughNo: Gitschier, Juran, Liang, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott
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“Motion to refer matter to April 7, 2026 meeting by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Defeated per roll call vote 3 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. McDonough), 8 nays (M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Adopt: Vote - Establish Solid Waste & Recycling Enterprise Fund
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Chau)
Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule – Waste
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule – Waste
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on April 7, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on April 7, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Communication - City Manager Request Approval of Constable Bonds
Adopt: Communication - City Manager Request Approval of Constable Bonds
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Liang. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Liang. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Liang)
Zoning SC Joint With Neighborhoods SC March 5, 2026
Accept the report: Zoning SC Joint With Neighborhoods SC March 5, 2026
In City Council, Motion “To accept the report as a report of progress” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept the report as a report of progress” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Juran)
Neighborhoods SC March 5, 2026
Accept the report: Neighborhoods SC March 5, 2026
In City Council, Motion “To accept the report as a report of progress” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept the report as a report of progress” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
Claims - (6) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (6) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Juran)
Misc. - Alicia DeJesus request installation of a handicap parking sign at 767 Central Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Alicia DeJesus request installation of a handicap parking sign at 767 Central Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Misc. - Residents First Development Corporation (Geary & Geary, LLP) Req. permission to amend Special Permit @...
Send to a public hearing: Misc. - Residents First Development Corporation (Geary & Geary, LLP) Req. permission to amend Special Permit @ River's...
In City Council, Motion to refer to Planning Board for report and recommendation (May 4, 2026) and to public hearing before City Council on May 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Planning Board for report and recommendation (May 4, 2026) and to public hearing before City Council on May 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Descoteaux)
Misc. - Valter DeCarvalho Request overhanging Facade extensions, New Building 43 Fletcher Street
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Valter DeCarvalho Request overhanging Facade extensions, New Building 43 Fletcher Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Chau)
Executive Session - To Consider and Discuss Ongoing Negotiations Relative To HCID Parcel 15 (Wexford Development...
Go into executive session: Executive Session - To Consider and Discuss Ongoing Negotiations Relative To HCID Parcel 15 (Wexford Development, LLC)...
In City Council, M. Gitschier stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session and adjourn from that session by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. (10:10 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
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“In City Council, M. Gitschier stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session and adjourn from that session by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. (10:10 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
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