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46 recorded votes, 40 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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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
Accept and place on file: Communication Remote/Zoom Participation
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)
Accept and place on file: Proclamation - Brain Tumor Awareness Month
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Non-Profit Organizations SC May 5th; City Council Regular Meeting May 5th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Adopt: Vote - Amend Council Meetings 6.16.26 and 6.30.26
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. 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 “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. 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: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Provide City Council with an update on the RAISE Bridge Projects
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: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with Owner Project Manager [OPM] to provide the City Council with an update on fire house...
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: Nuon, second: McDonough)
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council adopt following motions approved by the Non-Profit Organizations SC: 1)
In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, 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.
“In City Council, seconded by C. McDonough, 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: Liang, second: McDonough)
Provide report on subcommittee under Item 10.1
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough to provide report on subcommittee under Item 10.1. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough to provide report on subcommittee under Item 10.1. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have DPD hold a community forum for residents to provide input around data center zoning
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)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the law department prepare the necessary steps to allow driveway curb cuts beyond the...
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)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide an informational update on the Billerica and Woburn St. culvert replacements
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: Scott, second: Nuon)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have MIS Department provide information on the major enhancements completed over the last 2...
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: Juran, second: Descoteaux)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have Parking Department provide information about the rules re: residence-based parking...
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: Juran, second: Mercier)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide an update on any planned closings of Douglas Road for...
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)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department provide an update on canal bridge and walkway repairs...
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)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department look into the feasibility of enhanced safety features, such as road...
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: McDonough, second: Liang)
Take from the table: Request: City Council remove following item from table: “Wire Insp. Report - 1) Boston Gas - Request permission to replace...
In City Council, no second needed, Motion to remove from table. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 3 nays (M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Nuon), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Robinson, RourkeNo: Gitschier, Juran, NuonThe roll call lists Kimberly Scott as absent for this vote; left out of it. Filed by Daniel P. Rourke and Corey Robinson; Daniel P. Rourke is shown as mover.
“In City Council, no second needed, Motion to remove from table. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 3 nays (M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Nuon), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke)
Adopt: Request: City Council remove following item from table: “Wire Insp. Report - 1) Boston Gas - Request permission to replace existing cast...
Motion to accept and adopt accompanying orders by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 4 nays (C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Nuon). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Mercier, Robinson, Rourke, ScottNo: Juran, Liang, McDonough, Nuon
“Motion to accept and adopt accompanying orders by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Mercier, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 4 nays (C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Nuon). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Separate out Dracut Street (St. Jeanne D’Arc School) project
Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang to separate out Dracut Street (St. Jeanne D’Arc School) project. Defeated per Roll Call vote 2 yeas (C. Liang, C. McDonough), 9 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
Yes: Liang, McDonoughNo: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott
“Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang to separate out Dracut Street (St. Jeanne D’Arc School) project. Defeated per Roll Call vote 2 yeas (C. Liang, C. McDonough), 9 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Liang)
Refer to the City Manager: Req City Manager have the proper departments review and provide any recommendations on carving out potential local...
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)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide an update on the cemetery garage project
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: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Take Item #5.1 out of order
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Item #5.1B out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux to take Item #5.1B out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Descoteaux)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the proper departments and provide the Council with a report on any means our first...
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)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the proper departments to examine and report back to the Council on existing injury...
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: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to report back to the City Council on the status of the solar panels at Lowell High School
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: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response – CCTCI
A) Motion Response – CCTCI - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“A) Motion Response – CCTCI - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Boott Hydro Relicensing FERC
B) Motion Response - Boott Hydro Relicensing FERC - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“B) Motion Response - Boott Hydro Relicensing FERC - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Descoteaux)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - NGrid Appear In-Person Installations of Poles
C) Motion Response - NGrid Appear In-Person Installations of Poles - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“C) Motion Response - NGrid Appear In-Person Installations of Poles - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - NGrid Presentation to Sub Committee
D) Motion Response - NGrid Presentation to Sub Committee - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“D) Motion Response - NGrid Presentation to Sub Committee - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
Accept and place on file: Informational Report – MassMills
Informational Report – MassMills - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“Informational Report – MassMills - 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: Informational Report - Arbor Day Foundation Award 4-1-2026
Informational Report - Arbor Day Foundation Award 4-1-2026 - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Informational Report - Arbor Day Foundation Award 4-1-2026 - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Adopt: Vote - Accept Timely Submission of the Budget
Motion “To Accept” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. 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 “To Accept” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. 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: Rourke)
Send to a public hearing: Vote - FY2027 Budget Approved Appropriation Order
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: McDonough)
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $467,917 Criminal Justice Response Program Grant – LPD
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 “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)
Send to a public hearing: Vote - Approve Amendment to Special Permit
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 16, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on June 16, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Adopt: Vote - Declare 9 Mill Street Court Surplus and Available for Sale
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Juran. 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 “To Adopt” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Juran. 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: Descoteaux, second: Juran)
Send to a public hearing: Order - 2027 Capital Plan Loan Order
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: McDonough)
Send to a public hearing: Order - Parking Capital Improvements Loan Order
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Chau)
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chapters 50 and 81 - Water and Sewer
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Scott)
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Sewer Rate FY27
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Scott, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Water Rate FY27
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on May 26, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Liang)
Adopt: Communication - City Manager Request Approval of Constable Bond
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Juran, seconded by C. McDonough. 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.
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Juran, seconded by C. McDonough. 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: Juran, second: McDonough)
Accept the report: Non-Profit Organizations SC May 5, 2026
In City Council, Motion “To accept the report as a report of progress” by C. Liang, 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. Liang, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Juran)
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Amigos Convenience Store (Samuel Carvalho) request installation of a "15-Minute" parking sign at 994...
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. 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. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Nancy Valdes request installation of a handicap parking sign at 168 High Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: McDonough)
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Juran, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Juran, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Mercier)
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