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June 30, 2026
54 recorded votes, 54 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. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Juran)
Presentation - Declaration of Independence
Accept and place on file: Presentation - Declaration of Independence
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Minutes of Public Safety SC June 16th; City Council Regular Meeting June 16th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Public Safety SC June 16th; City Council Regular Meeting June 16th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to ask the proper department to discuss the recent prevalence of odors: what is causing the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to ask the proper department to discuss the recent prevalence of odors: what is causing the issue...
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 #5.2 (Informational Reports) out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke to take Item #5.2 (Informational Reports) out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke to take Item #5.2 (Informational Reports) out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Request: City Auditor present to the Finance SC a brief financial summary of FY26 after the books are closed
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Auditor present to the Finance SC a brief financial summary of FY26 after the books are closed
In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager/City Auditor. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Descoteaux, referred to City Manager/City Auditor. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to ask proper department to consider options for addressing safety concerns at intersection of...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to ask proper department to consider options for addressing safety concerns at intersection of...
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.
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“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Juran)
Ask the City Manager to provide the necessary steps in order to increase the number of “all alcohol ” package store...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide the necessary steps in order to increase the number of “all alcohol ” package store...
In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Chau, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Chau)
Refer to Economic Development SC: Ask the City Manager to provide the necessary steps in order to increase the number of “all alcohol ” package...
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux to refer matter to Economic Development SC. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 2 nays (M. Gitschier, C. Liang). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Juran, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, ScottNo: Gitschier, Liang
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux to refer matter to Economic Development SC. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 2 nays (M. Gitschier, C. Liang). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Descoteaux)
Take Item #9.1 out of order
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #9.1 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #9.1 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to update the Council on the implementation of automated traffic enforcement cameras on school...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to update the Council on the implementation of automated traffic enforcement cameras on school buses
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: Descoteaux, second: Robinson)
Take Items #4.8 and #4.13 out of order
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to take Items #4.8 and #4.13 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to take Items #4.8 and #4.13 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Have the Proper Department Explore the Illumination of the Daley School Basketball Courts...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have the Proper Department Explore the Illumination of the Daley School Basketball Courts and...
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to Explore Alternative Contracts Beside the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ’ Group
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Explore Alternative Contracts Beside the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ’ Group
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: Nuon, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to Work with the Appropriate Department to Promote and Support Residents Who Wish to Create and...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work with the Appropriate Department to Promote and Support Residents Who Wish to Create and...
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: Nuon, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department address overgrowth at various intersections throughout the City...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department address overgrowth at various intersections throughout the City...
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 have the proper department take the necessary steps to place the Lowell Fire Chief position...
Motion: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department take the necessary steps to place the Lowell Fire Chief position back into Civil...
In City Council, no second needed, Motion failed 4 yeas (C. Liang, M. Gitschier, C. McDonough, C. Robinson), 7 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
Yes: Gitschier, Liang, McDonough, RobinsonNo: Chau, Descoteaux, Juran, Mercier, Nuon, Rourke, ScottFiled by Corey Robinson, Erik R. Gitschier and Sean McDonough; Corey Robinson is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, Motion failed 4 yeas (C. Liang, M. Gitschier, C. McDonough, C. Robinson), 7 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Request: City Code Ordinance Article IX 266-121; 266-122; 266-123; 266-124; 266-125 and 266-125.1 be amended by...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Code Ordinance Article IX 266-121; 266-122; 266-123; 266-124; 266-125 and 266-125.1 be amended by...
In City Council, seconded by C. Liang, referred to City Manager / Finance SC. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Liang, referred to City Manager / Finance SC. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Liang)
Refer to Finance SC: Request: City Code Ordinance Article IX 266-121; 266-122; 266-123; 266-124; 266-125 and 266-125.1 be amended by removing from...
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott to refer to Finance SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott to refer to Finance SC. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to provide a report of all enforcement action taken over the last 24 months at 105 Market St....
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a report of all enforcement action taken over the last 24 months at 105 Market St.; 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: McDonough, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate department to request the installation of a crosswalk on...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate department to request the installation of a crosswalk on Chelmsford...
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 Vesna Nuon; Sean McDonough is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide the Council with a detailed comparison report on...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide the Council with a detailed comparison report on commercial...
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 update the City Council on the status of the creation of a Tree Committee
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to update the City Council on the status of the creation of a Tree Committee
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)
Ask the City Manager to have the Traffic Engineer look at adding active crosswalk signals on Gorham Street at...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the Traffic Engineer look at adding active crosswalk signals on Gorham Street at...
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to update the City Council on the status of the audit of the Lowell High School Building Project
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to update the City Council on the status of the audit of the Lowell High School Building Project
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: Gitschier, second: Rourke)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Parking Placards Update
A) Motion Response - Parking Placards Update - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“A) Motion Response - Parking Placards Update - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: McDonough)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Commercial Vacancy
B) Motion Response - Commercial Vacancy - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“B) Motion Response - Commercial Vacancy - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Scott)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response – Curbcuts
C) Motion Response – Curbcuts - 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 – Curbcuts - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Refer to the Law Department to draft ordinance regarding second driveways: Motion Responses
Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. McDonough to refer to Law Department to draft ordinance regarding second driveways. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Scott, seconded by C. McDonough to refer to Law Department to draft ordinance regarding second driveways. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: McDonough)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Seasonal Lights
D) Motion Response - Seasonal Lights - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“D) Motion Response - Seasonal Lights - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Liang)
Informational Reports . Informational Report - NMCOG Annual Report
Accept and place on file: Informational Report - NMCOG Annual Report
Informational Report - NMCOG Annual Report - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“Informational Report - NMCOG Annual Report - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Juran)
Accept and place on file: Informational Report - Traffic Ordinance
Informational Report - Traffic Ordinance - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“Informational Report - Traffic Ordinance - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Communication - Resignation of Titiana Tambi from Library Board of Trustees
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation of Titiana Tambi from Library Board of Trustees
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Chau)
Bundle Items #6.1 and #6.3 to #6.6 and waive second reading
Motion to bundle Items #6.1 and #6.3 to #6.6 and waive second reading by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle Items #6.1 and #6.3 to #6.6 and waive second reading by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Accept/ Expend $28k Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/ Expend $28k Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, ScottThe roll call lists Corey Robinson and Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Approve ORR Permit for Smokehouse Tavern
Adopt: Vote - Approve ORR Permit for Smokehouse Tavern
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Motion failed per Roll Call vote 0 yeas, 10 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Rourke). So voted.
No: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, ScottThe roll call lists Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. Motion failed per Roll Call vote 0 yeas, 10 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Scott), 1 absent (C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Vote – Authorize CM Enter License Agreement with On the Bun, LLC
Adopt: Vote – Authorize CM Enter License Agreement with On the Bun, LLC
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, ScottThe roll call lists Corey Robinson and Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote – Authorize CM Ex. Contract with Sealcoating, Inc. dba Indus
Adopt: Vote – Authorize CM Ex. Contract with Sealcoating, Inc. dba Indus
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, ScottThe roll call lists Corey Robinson and Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Set FY2027 Revolving Fund Spending Limits
Adopt: Vote - Set FY2027 Revolving Fund Spending Limits
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, ScottThe roll call lists Corey Robinson and Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Vote - Transfer $20k - Disability Commission Revolving Fund 2026
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $20k - Disability Commission Revolving Fund 2026
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, ScottThe roll call lists Corey Robinson and Daniel P. Rourke as absent for this vote; left out of it.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Scott), 2 absent (C. Robinson, C. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ordinance - Amend Chapter 125 - Canvassers and Solicitors
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 125 - Canvassers and Solicitors
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Liang)
Technology and Utilities SC May 26, 2026
Accept the report: Technology and Utilities SC May 26, 2026
In City Council, Motion “To accept the report as a report of progress” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept the report as a report of progress” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Descoteaux)
Public Safety SC June 16, 2026
Accept the report: Public Safety SC June 16, 2026
In City Council, Motion “To accept the report as a report of progress” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept the report as a report of progress” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: McDonough)
Claims - (3) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (3) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. 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. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Bundle and give first reading to Items #9.2 to #9.7, inclusive
Motion to bundle and give first reading to Items #9.2 to #9.7, inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle and give first reading to Items #9.2 to #9.7, inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduit from 240 Central Street to rear of 278 Central...
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduit from 240 Central Street to rear of 278 Central Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing cast iron gas main with low pressure gas main at 31-52 Queen Street
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing cast iron gas main with low pressure gas main at 31-52 Queen Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of leak-prone gas main from Jackson Street to Central Street
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request replacement of leak-prone gas main from Jackson Street to Central Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing coated steel 3-inch gas main from 230 to 245 Seventh Avenue
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing coated steel 3-inch gas main from 230 to 245 Seventh Avenue
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing leak-prone gas main from 214 to 221 Sixth Avenue
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing leak-prone gas main from 214 to 221 Sixth Avenue
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing steel gas main with plastic main at 190-261 Seventh Avenue
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request replacement of existing steel gas main with plastic main at 190-261 Seventh Avenue
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 14, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: McDonough)
National Grid - Request installation of utility pole at Westford Street and 15 Technology Drive
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of utility pole at Westford Street and 15 Technology Drive
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 28, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 28, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Juran)
National Grid - Request installation of utility poles, (1) at 1270 Westford Street and (1) at 1299 Westford Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of utility poles, (1) at 1270 Westford Street and (1) at 1299 Westford Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 28, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on July 28, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Liang)
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