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August 11, 2026
61 recorded votes, 48 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
Absent: Kimberly Scott
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. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Descoteaux)
Minutes of Non-Profit Organization SC July 28th; City Council Regular Meeting July 28th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Non-Profit Organization SC July 28th; City Council Regular Meeting July 28th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Mercier)
Discuss Item #6.3 with this item: Minutes of Non-Profit Organization SC July 28th; City Council Regular Meeting July 28th, for acceptance
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. McDonough to discuss Item #6.3 with this item. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. McDonough to discuss Item #6.3 with this item. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: McDonough)
Take Item #8.1 out of order
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #8.1 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #8.1 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Take Item #11.2 out of order
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #11.2 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #11.2 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Take Item #7.2 (TDI Cambodia Town) out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #7.2 (TDI Cambodia Town) out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #7.2 (TDI Cambodia Town) out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ordinance - Amend Chapter 266-61 - Space Savers
Adopt: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 266-61 - Space Savers
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)
Bundle and hold hearing on Items #5.1 to #5.11, inclusive
Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to bundle and hold hearing on Items #5.1 to #5.11, inclusive. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier to bundle and hold hearing on Items #5.1 to #5.11, inclusive. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of 180 feet of existing low- pressure gas main on Florence Avenue
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas - Request replacement of 180 feet of existing low- pressure gas main on Florence Avenue
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of 270 feet of existing low- pressure gas main on Nottingham Street and Thompson Court
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas - Request replacement of 270 feet of existing low- pressure gas main on Nottingham Street and Thompson Court
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
Boston Gas - Request replacement of 590 feet of exiting low- pressure gas main on Marshall and McIntyre Streets
Refer to Wire Inspector: Boston Gas - Request replacement of 590 feet of exiting low- pressure gas main on Marshall and McIntyre Streets
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 93 Mammoth Road
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 93 Mammoth Road
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 117-125 Perry Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of (1) JO Pole at 117-125 Perry Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of conduit to energize new transformer at 1365 Middlesex Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of conduit to energize new transformer at 1365 Middlesex Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
Suspend rules to allow speaker, Tareena Pagan, to address Council regarding recent Puerto Rican Festival in Lowell
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to suspend rules to allow speaker, Tareena Pagan, to address Council regarding recent Puerto Rican Festival in Lowell. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to suspend rules to allow speaker, Tareena Pagan, to address Council regarding recent Puerto Rican Festival in Lowell. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the Transportation Engineer provide an update on safety improvements at the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the Transportation Engineer provide an update on safety improvements at the intersection...
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: Descoteaux, second: Juran)
Request: Rules SC review City Council rules and subcommittee structure to offer recommendations (if any) for...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: Rules SC review City Council rules and subcommittee structure to offer recommendations (if any) for...
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 #6.7 with this item: Request: Rules SC review City Council rules and subcommittee structure to offer recommendations (if any) for...
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #6.7 with this item. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #6.7 with this item. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Request: to reconsider the vote taken on July 28, 2026 on item 8.5 Vote - Transfer $249,708 - Supplemental...
Adopt: Request: to reconsider the vote taken on July 28, 2026 on item 8.5 Vote - Transfer $249,708 - Supplemental Appropriation (HHS Lease)
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department provide a report to the Council on the enforcement of the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department provide a report to the Council on the enforcement of the...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Nuon)
Take Item #6.8 out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #6.8 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #6.8 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate department to explore the feasibility of traffic calming measures...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate department to explore the feasibility of traffic calming measures at...
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: McDonough, second: Descoteaux)
Ask the City Manager to provide the City Council with a report on the City of Lowell's current hiring practices as...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide the City Council with a report on the City of Lowell's current hiring practices as they...
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: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Take Item #7.1(A) out of order
Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang to take Item #7.1(A) out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang to take Item #7.1(A) out of order. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Liang)
Request: City Council investigate a pilot program redesigning subcommittees and scheduling to go along with a bi...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Council investigate a pilot program redesigning subcommittees and scheduling to go along with a bi...
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: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Refer to Rules SC: Request: City Council investigate a pilot program redesigning subcommittees and scheduling to go along with a bi- weekly...
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to refer matter to Rules SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to refer matter to Rules SC. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have the traffic engineer install a flashing all way stop at bottom of Mt. Pleasant and 1st...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the traffic engineer install a flashing all way stop at bottom of Mt. Pleasant and 1st...
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: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have the traffic engineer look to install flashing LED speed sign on Varnum Ave
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the traffic engineer look to install flashing LED speed sign on Varnum Ave
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 provide the Council with a detailed report on what is our current...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the proper department provide the Council with a detailed report on what is our current...
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.
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“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to provide the City Council with a report on the pros and cons of creating an ordinance closing...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide the City Council with a report on the pros and cons of creating an ordinance closing...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to work with the National Park Service to have the Ladd and Whitney Monument recognized as a...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the National Park Service to have the Ladd and Whitney Monument recognized as a...
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 Work with the Lowell Historic Board to restore and enlarge the portrait of Mayor, Charles D....
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Work with the Lowell Historic Board to restore and enlarge the portrait of Mayor, Charles D....
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)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Prevalence of Odors
A) Motion Response - Prevalence of Odors - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“A) Motion Response - Prevalence of Odors - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Robinson)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Monument Committee
B) Motion Response - Monument Committee - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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“B) Motion Response - Monument Committee - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Rourke)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Bicentennial Park
C) Motion Response - Bicentennial Park - 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 - Bicentennial Park - 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 - CPA Funds
D) Motion Response - CPA Funds - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“D) Motion Response - CPA Funds - 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: Motion Response - Grant Expenditures
E) Motion Response - Grant Expenditures - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“E) Motion Response - Grant Expenditures - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Mercier)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - FY27 Reduction in Force
F) Motion Response - FY27 Reduction in Force - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“F) Motion Response - FY27 Reduction in Force - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Nuon)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Process for Resolving Claims (Pothole, Plow Damage, etc)
G) Motion Response - Process for Resolving Claims (Pothole, Plow Damage, etc) - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“G) Motion Response - Process for Resolving Claims (Pothole, Plow Damage, etc) - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Chau)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Budget Stressors and Legislative Relief
H) Motion Response - Budget Stressors and Legislative Relief - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“H) Motion Response - Budget Stressors and Legislative Relief - 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
Accept and place on file: Informational Report - TDI Cambodia Town
Informational Report - TDI Cambodia Town - 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 - TDI Cambodia Town - 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 – Transportation
Informational Report – Transportation - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“Informational Report – Transportation - 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: Informational Report - Initiation of City's Cable Licensing Processing
Informational Report - Initiation of City's Cable Licensing Processing - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“Informational Report - Initiation of City's Cable Licensing Processing - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Chau)
Vote - Accept Gift of Commemorative Bicentennial Plaque
Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift of Commemorative Bicentennial Plaque
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Bundle and waive second reading for Items #8.2 to #8.8, inclusive
Motion to bundle and waive second reading for Items #8.2 to #8.8, inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle and waive second reading for Items #8.2 to #8.8, inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $1,048.95 State 911 Department Emergency Medical Dispatch Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $1,048.95 State 911 Department Emergency Medical Dispatch Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $25k MCOA Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $25k MCOA Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $40k EOTSS Grant – MIS
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $40k EOTSS Grant – MIS
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $51,424.73 State 911 Department Training Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $51,424.73 State 911 Department Training Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Vote - Accept/Expend $540,496 State 911 Department Support and Incentive Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $540,496 State 911 Department Support and Incentive Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Vote - Authorize CM Ex. Lease Agreement with Degmar Development Corporation
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Ex. Lease Agreement with Degmar Development Corporation
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Vote - Authorize CM Ex. NPA with MassDOT - Rourke Bridge
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Ex. NPA with MassDOT - Rourke Bridge
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Order - 60 Day Trial
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Juran. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Juran. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke), 1 absent (C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Juran)
Non-Profit Organization SC July 28, 2026
Accept the report: Non-Profit Organization SC July 28, 2026
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to accept the report as a report of progress. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson to accept the report as a report of progress. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Wire Inspector Reports
Adopt: Wire Inspector Reports
In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt orders by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt orders by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, 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. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Juran)
Misc. - Vidong Pich (FORKIN Mill City) request installation of an overhanging sign at 108 Merrimack Street
Refer to Law Department: Misc. - Vidong Pich (FORKIN Mill City) request installation of an overhanging sign at 108 Merrimack Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Misc. - Kelly Valencia request traffic safety improvements along Whipple Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Kelly Valencia request traffic safety improvements along Whipple Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Liang)
Misc. - Maureen Joubert request installation of a speed bump on Laurie Lane
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Maureen Joubert request installation of a speed bump on Laurie Lane
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
National Grid - Request installation of a new utility pole at 480 Westford Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of a new utility pole at 480 Westford Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 25, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on August 25, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Liang)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Rourke)
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