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August 25, 2026
58 recorded votes, 49 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
During the meeting:
- Sean McDonough recused from the vote on: Request: City Auditor work with the school department on finding a creative way to pay school employees.
- John Descoteaux recused from the vote on: Request: City Auditor work with the school department on finding a creative way to pay school employees.
Every vote, in order
Communication Remote/Zoom Participation
Accept and place on file: Communication Remote/Zoom Participation
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Liang)
Recognition - Lowell Youth Baseball 12U
Accept and place on file: Recognition - Lowell Youth Baseball 12U
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Recognition - Michael Laffey
Accept and place on file: Recognition - Michael Laffey
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)
Presentation - Overdose Awareness Day
Accept and place on file: Presentation - Overdose Awareness Day
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Nuon)
Take Item #7.5 out of order
Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #7.5 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier to take Item #7.5 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Minutes of Finance SC August 11th; City Council Regular Meeting August 11th; Rules & Election Law SC August 18th...
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Finance SC August 11th; City Council Regular Meeting August 11th; Rules & Election Law SC August 18th, for...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Take Item #7.7 out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #7.7 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #7.7 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request installation of a new utility pole at 480 Westford Street
Refer to Wire Inspector: National Grid - Request installation of a new utility pole at 480 Westford Street
Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“Motion to refer to Wire Inspector for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to and relevant departments assess the feasibility of transforming and revitalizing North...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to and relevant departments assess the feasibility of transforming and revitalizing North Common...
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: Liang, second: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to determine the feasibility of, and at his discretion take, legal action, including the right...
Motion: Ask the City Manager to determine the feasibility of, and at his discretion take, legal action, including the right of to appeal under MGL...
In City Council, seconded by C. Liang, Denied per roll call vote, 2 yeas (C. Liang, C. McDonough) 9 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
Yes: Liang, McDonoughNo: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Juran, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Liang, Denied per roll call vote, 2 yeas (C. Liang, C. McDonough) 9 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Liang)
Take Item #9.7 out of order
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #9.7 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #9.7 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate departments to provide the council with a report on all available...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the appropriate departments to provide the council with a report on all available...
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: McDonough, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to work with the proper department to provide the council with a summary of MGL CH 268A as it...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the proper department to provide the council with a summary of MGL CH 268A as it...
In City Council, seconded by C. Liang, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Liang, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Liang)
Ask the City Manager to have appropriate department provide mid-point update on Lowell Forward short-term goals...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have appropriate department provide mid-point update on Lowell Forward short-term goals (years 1-5)
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to have appropriate department provide status of culvert safety inspections and cleanings city wide
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have appropriate department provide status of culvert safety inspections and cleanings city wide
In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Rourke, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Rourke)
Ask the City Manager to direct the appropriate department to inspect and repair the lighting at the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to direct the appropriate department to inspect and repair the lighting at the tennis/pickleball...
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 Sokhary Chau and Kimberly Scott; Sokhary Chau is shown as mover.
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“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Chau)
Request: City Auditor work with the school department on finding a creative way to pay school employees for August...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: City Auditor work with the school department on finding a creative way to pay school employees for August 31...
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: Gitschier, second: Chau)
Have Auditor alter the pay period for this time of year regarding school employees
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier to have Auditor alter the pay period for this time of year regarding school employees. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 2 recuse (C. Descoteaux, C. McDonough). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Gitschier, Juran, Liang, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, ScottJohn Descoteaux and Sean McDonough recused and are left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier to have Auditor alter the pay period for this time of year regarding school employees. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas (C. Chau, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott), 2 recuse (C. Descoteaux, C. McDonough). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Take Items #6.1 (A- I) out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough to take Items #6.1 (A- I) out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. McDonough to take Items #6.1 (A- I) out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: McDonough)
Ask the City Manager to provide a report to the City Council as soon as possible, all calls to the police department...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to provide a report to the City Council as soon as possible, all calls to the police department...
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: Gitschier, second: Juran)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Bourne Street
A) Motion Response - Bourne Street - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“A) Motion Response - Bourne Street - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Robinson)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Veterans Homelessness
B) Motion Response - Veterans Homelessness - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“B) Motion Response - Veterans Homelessness - 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 - Explore Healthcare Options
C) Motion Response - Explore Healthcare Options - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“C) Motion Response - Explore Healthcare Options - 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 - Line Painting
D) Motion Response - Line Painting - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“D) Motion Response - Line Painting - 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 - Stevens St.
E) Motion Response - Stevens St. - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“E) Motion Response - Stevens St. - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Descoteaux)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Dirt Bikes
F) Motion Response - Dirt Bikes - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“F) Motion Response - Dirt Bikes - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Chau)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response -Cultural Funding Process
G) Motion Response -Cultural Funding Process - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“G) Motion Response -Cultural Funding Process - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Accept and place on file: Motion Response - Business District Pricing
H) Motion Response - Business District Pricing - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Juran, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“H) Motion Response - Business District Pricing - 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 - Data Centers
I) Motion Response - Data Centers - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“I) Motion Response - Data Centers - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Liang, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Liang, second: Chau)
Informational Reports Informational Report - Lowell 2026 Bond Rating
Accept and place on file: Informational Reports Informational Report - Lowell 2026 Bond Rating
Informational Reports Informational Report - Lowell 2026 Bond Rating- In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“Informational Reports Informational Report - Lowell 2026 Bond Rating- In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
Accept and place on file: Informational Report - FY2026 Snow-Ice Update - Financing Plan
Informational Report - FY2026 Snow-Ice Update - Financing Plan - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“Informational Report - FY2026 Snow-Ice Update - Financing Plan - In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Communication - City
Adopt: Communication - City
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, M. Gitschier, 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. Rourke, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, M. Gitschier, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Scott)
Communication
Adopt: Communication
In City Council, Motion “To Adopt” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, M. Gitschier, 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. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, M. Gitschier, 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. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, M. Gitschier, 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. Rourke, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, M. Gitschier, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Descoteaux)
Communication - Resignation of Molyka Tieng from Council on Aging
Accept and place on file: Communication - Resignation of Molyka Tieng from Council on Aging
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)
Bundle Items #7.1 to #7.4; and #7.6 and waive second reading
Motion to bundle Items #7.1 to #7.4; and #7.6 and waive second reading by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Juran. So voted.
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“Motion to bundle Items #7.1 to #7.4; and #7.6 and waive second reading by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Juran. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Juran)
Vote - Accept/Expend $117k Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $117k Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Vote - Accept/Expend $400 Letters About Literature Program Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $400 Letters About Literature Program Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $118,915 Green Communities Competitive Grant
Adopt: Vote - Apply/Accept/Expend $118,915 Green Communities Competitive Grant
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rolbinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rolbinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agreement with Fork Included, LLC
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Enter License Agreement with Fork Included, LLC
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 11 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, M. Gitschier, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Vote - Authorize CM Execute LDA with WinnDevelopment Company Limited Partnership
Adopt: Vote - Authorize CM Execute LDA with WinnDevelopment Company Limited Partnership
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)
Take Item #7.7 out of order
Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #7.7 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #7.7 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Vote - Transfer $251,268.75 - Supplemental Appropriation (HHS Lease)
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $251,268.75 - Supplemental Appropriation (HHS Lease)
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott) 1 nay (M. Gitschier). So voted.
Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Juran, Liang, McDonough, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, ScottNo: Gitschier
From the minutes
“Motion “To Adopt” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Juran, C. Liang, C. McDonough, C. Mercier, C. Nuon, C. Robinson, C. Rourke, C. Scott) 1 nay (M. Gitschier). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Vote - Transfer $358,559 Opioid Settlement Funds
Adopt: Vote - Transfer $358,559 Opioid Settlement Funds
Motion “To Adopt” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Liang. 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. Rourke, seconded by C. Liang. 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: Liang)
Take Item #5.8 out of order
Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #5.8 out of order. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Scott to take Item #5.8 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Scott)
Finance SC August 11, 2026
Motion: Finance SC August 11, 2026
In City Council, Motion C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux to continue matter to September 8. 2026. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux to continue matter to September 8. 2026. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux)
Rules & Election Law SC August 18, 2026
Motion: Rules & Election Law SC August 18, 2026
In City Council, Motion C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux to continue matter to September 8. 2026. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux to continue matter to September 8. 2026. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux)
Wire Insp. Reports
Adopt: Wire Insp. Reports
In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt orders by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to accept and adopt orders by C. McDonough, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: McDonough, second: Liang)
Claims - (2) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (2) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, 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. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Robinson)
Misc. - Daniel Irizarry request installation of a handicap parking sign at 15 Watson Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Daniel Irizarry request installation of a handicap parking sign at 15 Watson Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Liang)
Misc. - Luz Martir request installation of a handicap parking sign at 9 Bowers Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Luz Martir request installation of a handicap parking sign at 9 Bowers Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Chau, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Descoteaux)
Misc. - Carolynn Bennett request installation of a handicap parking sign at 19 Washington Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Carolynn Bennett request installation of a handicap parking sign at 19 Washington Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Nuon, seconded by C. McDonough. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: McDonough)
Misc. - Carolynn Bennett request removal of a handicap parking sign located at 7 Arthur Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Carolynn Bennett request removal of a handicap parking sign located at 7 Arthur Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Misc. - Adriana St. Onge request installation of a "No Parking From Here To Corner" sign at 156 Gershom Avenue
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Adriana St. Onge request installation of a "No Parking From Here To Corner" sign at 156 Gershom Avenue
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, 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 refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Liang)
Misc. - David Trainor request to address the City Council regarding use of AI Flock cameras throughout the City
Go into executive session: Misc. - David Trainor request to address the City Council regarding use of AI Flock cameras throughout the City
In City Council, Motion to refer matter to a scheduled Executive Session of full Council by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion to refer matter to a scheduled Executive Session of full Council by C. Juran, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Juran, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request the installation of a new utility pole at 26 Caddell Avenue
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request the installation of a new utility pole at 26 Caddell Avenue
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 8, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. 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 September 8, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Rourke)
Boston Gas - Request to replace old cast iron gas main with new plastic gas main on Middlesex Street from Maude...
Send to a public hearing: Boston Gas - Request to replace old cast iron gas main with new plastic gas main on Middlesex Street from Maude Street...
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 8, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Scott, seconded by C. Liang. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 8, 2026 @ 7 PM by C. Scott, seconded by C. Liang. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, 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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