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April 14, 2026
44 recorded votes, 36 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Mayor Erik R. Gitschier presiding.
Present: Sokhary Chau, Erik R. Gitschier, Belinda M. Juran, Sidney L. Liang, Sean McDonough, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Daniel P. Rourke, Kimberly Scott
Absent: John Descoteaux
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. 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)
Minutes of Economic Development SC April 7th; City Council Regular Meeting April 7th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Economic Development SC April 7th; City Council Regular Meeting April 7th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)
Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Body Art License
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Body Art License
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing gas main on Fletcher Street, from Suffolk to Rock Streets
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing gas main on Fletcher Street, from Suffolk to Rock Streets
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to have the relevant departments explore solutions related to Khmer fonts and translation...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the relevant departments explore solutions related to Khmer fonts and translation accuracy...
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: Liang, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to invite an appropriate personnel member from Boston Gas to come to make a presentation to the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to invite an appropriate personnel member from Boston Gas to come to make a presentation to the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager / Technology & Utilities SC. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager / Technology & Utilities SC. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Rourke)
Take Item #6.6 with this discussion: Ask the City Manager to invite an appropriate personnel member from Boston Gas to come to make a presentation...
Motion by C. Juran, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #6.6 with this discussion. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Juran, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #6.6 with this discussion. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department evaluate ways to encourage drivers to respect the 25mph...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department evaluate ways to encourage drivers to respect the 25mph speed...
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)
Take Item #8.3 out of order
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #8.3 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #8.3 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate departments address traffic safety concerns on East Merrimack Street...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate departments address traffic safety concerns on East Merrimack Street east...
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: Juran, second: Chau)
Request: the Mayor recognize the month of April as Autism Awareness Month
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the Mayor recognize the month of April as Autism Awareness Month
In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager / Mayor. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager / Mayor. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department require any gas company to provide, when requesting a permit...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department require any gas company to provide, when requesting a permit...
In City Council, seconded by C. Juran, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Juran, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Juran)
Take Item #6.14 out of order
Motion to take Item #6.14 out of order by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“Motion to take Item #6.14 out of order by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to provide a status update on the repairs and improvements to the public way on E Street, as...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a status update on the repairs and improvements to the public way on E Street, as...
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: Chau, second: Liang)
Request: Mayor Gitschier on behalf of the City Council recognize the month of April as Autism Acceptance Month in...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: Mayor Gitschier on behalf of the City Council recognize the month of April as Autism Acceptance Month in the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager / Mayor5. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager / Mayor5. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department look into the feasibility of installing security cameras at the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department look into the feasibility of installing security cameras at the...
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: Chau, second: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to Work With The Appropriate Department to Explore The Feasibility of Permitting Seasonal...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work With The Appropriate Department to Explore The Feasibility of Permitting Seasonal Lights...
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: McDonough, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to provide the Council with usage options regarding waste and recycling bins regardless of age
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide the Council with usage options regarding waste and recycling bins regardless of age
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to report on the legalities of commercial vehicles parked on public streets overnight and...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to report on the legalities of commercial vehicles parked on public streets overnight and parking...
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to work with Sustainability Council to explore cost saving measures around trash, recycling...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with Sustainability Council to explore cost saving measures around trash, recycling, 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 Kimberly Scott and Erik R. Gitschier; Kimberly Scott is shown as mover.
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“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department name the area of Pawtucket St. from Merrimack St. to Salem St....
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department name the area of Pawtucket St. from Merrimack St. to Salem St....
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote, as amended, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote, as amended, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Designate the area of Pawtucket Street, from Aiken Avenue to Salem Street
Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Nuon to designate the area of Pawtucket Street, from Aiken Avenue to Salem Street. So voted.
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“Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Nuon to designate the area of Pawtucket Street, from Aiken Avenue to Salem Street. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Nuon)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - JAM Area Plans
A) Motion Response - JAM Area Plans - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“A) Motion Response - JAM Area Plans - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Chau)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Department Reports
B) Motion Response - Department Reports - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“B) Motion Response - Department Reports - 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- Wetlands Do Not Disturb
C) Motion Response- Wetlands Do Not Disturb - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“C) Motion Response- Wetlands Do Not Disturb - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Refer to Law Department to draft ordinance regarding a no build zone in wetlands
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke to refer to Law Department to draft ordinance regarding a no build zone in wetlands. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke to refer to Law Department to draft ordinance regarding a no build zone in wetlands. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Sexual Assault-Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month-Victim Rights Month
D) Motion Response - Sexual Assault-Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month-Victim Rights Month - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“D) Motion Response - Sexual Assault-Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month-Victim Rights Month - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Chau)
Informational Reports. Informational Report - WinterFest 2026
Accept and place on file: Informational Report - WinterFest 2026
Informational Report - WinterFest 2026 - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“Informational Report - WinterFest 2026 - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: McDonough)
Accept and place on file: Informational Report - Motion Tracker - Q1 2026
Informational Report - Motion Tracker - Q1 2026 - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“Informational Report - Motion Tracker - Q1 2026 - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Scott)
Communication - Appointments to Lowell Youth Commission
Accept and place on file: Communication - Appointments to Lowell Youth Commission
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Allow point of personal privilege for C. Scott
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke to allow point of personal privilege for C. Scott. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke to allow point of personal privilege for C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Bundle and waive second reading for Items #8.1; 8.2; 8.4; and 8.5
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second reading for Items #8.1; 8.2; 8.4; and 8.5. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to bundle and waive second reading for Items #8.1; 8.2; 8.4; and 8.5. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept Deed - 251 Church Street
Adopt: Vote - Accept Deed - 251 Church Street
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept Deed - 60 Clairmont Street
Adopt: Vote - Accept Deed - 60 Clairmont Street
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept Gift of Labor for Botto Concession Stand
Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift of Labor for Botto Concession St
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $2k Walmart Grant – Fire
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $2k Walmart Grant – Fire
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Vote - Authorize CM Execute Annual Action Plan FY26-27
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Execute Annual Action Plan FY26-27
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Clerk's Office
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Fee Schedule - Clerk's Office
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to refer matter to Public Hearing on April 28, 2026 at 7PM. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to refer matter to Public Hearing on April 28, 2026 at 7PM. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Economic Development SC April 7, 2026
Accept the report: Economic Development SC April 7, 2026
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Juran to accept the report as a report of progress. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Juran to accept the report as a report of progress. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Juran)
Boston Gas - Request permission to replace existing cast iron gas main at 24-360 Gorham Street
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request permission to replace existing cast iron gas main at 24-360 Gorham Street
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Chau to refer matter to Public Hearing on April 28, 2026 at 7PM. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Chau to refer matter to Public Hearing on April 28, 2026 at 7PM. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Chau)
Boston Gas - Request permission to replace existing cast iron gas main at 67-94 Kinsman Street
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request permission to replace existing cast iron gas main at 67-94 Kinsman Street
Motion by C. Liang, seconded by C. Mercier to refer matter to Public Hearing on April 28, 2026 at 7PM. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Liang, seconded by C. Mercier to refer matter to Public Hearing on April 28, 2026 at 7PM. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Mercier)
National Grid - Request permission to install underground electric conduit at 50 Dracut Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request permission to install underground electric conduit at 50 Dracut Street
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough to refer matter to Public Hearing on April 28, 2026 at 7PM. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough to refer matter to Public Hearing on April 28, 2026 at 7PM. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: McDonough)
(A) (B), 2, 3 Of The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts General Laws, Public Discussions Of Which May Have Detrimental...
Enter executive session and adjourn from that session
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. Mercier. (8:51 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
From the minutes
“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. Mercier. (8:51 PM). Adopted per Roll Call vote, 10 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Rourke, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Rourke, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: McDonough)
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