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June 16, 2026
58 recorded votes, 37 with disagreement.
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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
During the meeting:
- Rita Mercier recused from the vote on: Vote - 267 Pawtucket Street CPC Funding Recommendation.
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. Liang, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Juran)
Proclamation - National American Eagle Day
Accept and place on file: Proclamation - National American Eagle Day
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Minutes of Technology and Utilities SC May 26th; City Council Regular Meeting (FY27 Budget Hearing) May 26th and...
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Technology and Utilities SC May 26th; City Council Regular Meeting (FY27 Budget Hearing) May 26th and June...
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)
Vote - Approve Amendment to Special Permit
Adopt: Vote - Approve Amendment to Special Permit
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. 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 to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. 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: Mercier)
Accept and place on file: Vote - Approve Amendment to Special Permit
C. Mercier noted the decision under Item #6.5 and made a Motion to accept and place on file the recommendation, 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
“C. Mercier noted the decision under Item #6.5 and made a Motion to accept and place on file the recommendation, 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: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to provide a monthly report to the Council as to the overtime spending in the Fire Department
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a monthly report to the Council as to the overtime spending in the Fire Department
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: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to install speed bumps in the three hundred area of Concord Street, between Sherman and Rogers...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to install speed bumps in the three hundred area of Concord Street, between Sherman and Rogers Streets
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: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate departments to communicate with the MBTA and advocate for the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate departments to communicate with the MBTA and advocate for 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: Scott, second: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate departments report to the Finance Subcommittee on potential strategies...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate departments report to the Finance Subcommittee on potential strategies to...
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager / Finance SC. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager / Finance SC. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Request: City Council endorse a motion to name the Student Services Center at Lowell High School after former Mayor...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council endorse a motion to name the Student Services Center at Lowell High School after former Mayor...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager / Mayor. 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.
Filed by Daniel P. Rourke and Vesna Nuon; Daniel P. Rourke is shown as mover.
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“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager / Mayor. 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)
Ask the City Manager to provide a summary of any city regulations regarding short-term rentals (including Airbnb or...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a summary of any city regulations regarding short-term rentals (including Airbnb or...
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)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department provide an update on the current policy regarding SGAR use...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department provide an update on the current policy regarding SGAR use 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 Sean McDonough and Corey Robinson; Sean McDonough is shown as mover.
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“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide a recommended path forward to beautify areas of the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide a recommended path forward to beautify areas of 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: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to direct the appropriate department to investigate and report on the cause of the HVAC issues...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to direct the appropriate department to investigate and report on the cause of the HVAC issues in...
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: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department provide a written report on the City’s enforcement of short-term...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department provide a written report on the City’s enforcement of short-term rental...
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: Chau, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the Traffic Engineer conduct a traffic and safety study at the intersection of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the Traffic Engineer conduct a traffic and safety study at the intersection of Baltimore...
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: Chau, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department prepare list of schools with air conditioning and schools without...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department prepare list of schools with air conditioning and schools without...
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)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - LHS Solar Update
A) Motion Response - LHS Solar Update - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“A) Motion Response - LHS Solar Update - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Juran)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Douglas Rd
B) Motion Response - Douglas Rd - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“B) Motion Response - Douglas Rd - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Liang)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response – Culverts
C) Motion Response – Culverts - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“C) Motion Response – Culverts - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Data Center Public Meeting
D) Motion Response - Data Center Public Meeting - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“D) Motion Response - Data Center Public Meeting - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Senior Center
E) Motion Response - Senior Center - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“E) Motion Response - Senior Center - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Liang)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Charter School
F) Motion Response - Charter School - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“F) Motion Response - Charter School - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Liang)
Informational Report. Informational Report - Traffic Ordinance Amendments
Accept and place on file: Informational Report. Informational Report - Traffic Ordinance Amendments
Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Chau)
Communication - Appointment of New Members to Various Boards and Commissions
Approve: Communication - Appointment of New Members to Various Boards and Commissions
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, 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.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, 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: Nuon, second: Juran)
Communication - Resignation of Paul Belley from Conservation Commission
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation of Paul Belley from Conservation Commission
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)
Communication - Planning Board recommendation for Special Permit Amendment for the Planned Residential Development...
Accept and place on file: Communication - Planning Board recommendation for Special Permit Amendment for the Planned Residential Development...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, 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
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, 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: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. 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: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Bundle and waive second reading for Items #7.1 to #7.2, inclusive
Motion to bundle and waive second reading for Items #7.1 to #7.2, inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle and waive second reading for Items #7.1 to #7.2, inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Approve the FY27 Community Preservation Fund Budget
Adopt: Vote - Approve the FY27 Community Preservation Fund Budget
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - 246.1 Market Street CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - 246.1 Market Street CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. 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 nay (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, ScottNo: Descoteaux
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. 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 nay (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Scott)
Vote - 267 Pawtucket Street CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - 267 Pawtucket Street CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 recuse (C. Mercier). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, ScottRita Mercier recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 1 recuse (C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Vote - 93 Mammoth Road CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - 93 Mammoth Road CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - All Wheels Welcome CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - All Wheels Welcome CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Cobblestones CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - Cobblestones CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Mass Mills CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - Mass Mills CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Mercier. 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 nay (C. Descoteaux). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, ScottNo: Descoteaux
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Mercier. 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 nay (C. Descoteaux). So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Mercier)
Vote - Smith Baker Center CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - Smith Baker Center CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - St. Anne's CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - St. Anne's CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Suffolk Place CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - Suffolk Place CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Victorian Park CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - Victorian Park CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Affordable Housing Trust Fund CPC Funding Recommendation
Adopt: Vote - Affordable Housing Trust Fund CPC Funding Recommendation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Accept Francis Street and Canal Street as Public Ways
Adopt: Vote - Accept Francis Street and Canal Street as Public Ways
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Accept Gift of $22,500 from Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. - Fire
Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift of $22,500 from Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. - Fire
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Accept Gift of $22,500 from Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. - LPD
Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift of $22,500 from Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. - LPD
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Accept/Expend $1,275,000 MassDOT Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $1,275,000 MassDOT Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Accept/Expend $1,546,800 SSYI Grant – LPD
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $1,546,800 SSYI Grant – LPD
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Vote - Transfer 530K - Various Year End
Adopt: Vote - Transfer 530K - Various Year End
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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. Nuon, seconded by C. Scott. 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: Nuon, second: Scott)
Claims - (8) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (8) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Descoteaux)
Bundle Items #9.2 to #9.8, inclusive
Motion to bundle Items #9.2 to #9.8, inclusive by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle Items #9.2 to #9.8, inclusive by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Descoteaux)
Misc. - On the Bun (Owner - Hector Rodriquez) request installation of an overhanging sign located at 120 Merrimack...
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - On the Bun (Owner - Hector Rodriquez) request installation of an overhanging sign located at 120 Merrimack Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Misc. -Virgin Cardona request installation of a handicap parking sign located at 279 High Street (Apt. 1)
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. -Virgin Cardona request installation of a handicap parking sign located at 279 High Street (Apt. 1)
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request permission to relocate 1 JO pole on Meadowcroft Street across from Exchange Place
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request permission to relocate 1 JO pole on Meadowcroft Street across from Exchange Place
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request installation of a recloser at 88 Wood Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of a recloser at 88 Wood Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request installation of sidewalk guy wire on Ricardson Street at McPherson Park
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of sidewalk guy wire on Ricardson Street at McPherson Park
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
National Grid - Request installation of a heavy-duty handhole and conduits on Meadowcroft Street at the entrance to...
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of a heavy-duty handhole and conduits on Meadowcroft Street at the entrance to 52.1...
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Boston Gas - Request replacing existing gas main on Saunders Street
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request replacing existing gas main on Saunders Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Executive Session – To Consider And Discuss The Purchase, Exchange, Lease, Or Value Of Real Property (40 Market...
Go into executive session: Executive Session – To Consider And Discuss The Purchase, Exchange, Lease, Or Value Of Real Property (40 Market Street...
In City Council, M. Gitschier stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session and adjourn from that session by C. Juran, seconded by C. Chau. (9:05 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. Juran, seconded by C. Chau. (9:05 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: Juran, second: Chau)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Descoteaux)
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