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Lowell Former City Councilor

John J. Leahy

District 3 (2022-2024); at-large (2018-2021) · 4 terms in this record

John Leahy

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Council terms

2024–2025 Council2022–2023 Council2020–2021 Council2018–2019 Council
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Record at a glance · 2024–2025 Council

27 of 28meetings attended (96%) · whole council 95%
158votes cast by name (yes, no or abstain)
12no votes (8% of votes cast) · whole council 4%
4 of 22split votes where Leahy was in the minority (18%) · whole council 24%
2abstained
4terms in this record

On split votes, Leahy voted the same way as…

How these numbers work
  • Counted from the official minutes, for 2024–2025 Council only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
  • Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list Leahy as present or absent at the start.
  • Only votes the minutes record member by member are counted. Voice votes and votes given only as a count (for example 6-3 with no names) are not.
  • Percentages are shown only when there are at least 10 meetings or votes to count.
  • A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no. “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes; ties are not counted.
  • “Whole council” combines every member’s record for the same term.

These numbers describe the record; they are not a grade. A no vote, an abstention or a minority vote is neither good nor bad. MassVoter never rates officials.

Attendance

At the start of 27 of 28 City Council meetings in 2024–2025 Council.

Missed

Every meeting (28)

Votes where councilors disagreed · 2024–2025 Council

Jul 23Approve: Vote - Reappointment Of Michael Q. Geary As…Motion: Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted…Passed 9–0 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Approve: Vote - Reappointment Of Michael Q. Geary As City Clerk

Confirm appointmentPassed · 9–0

Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 1 abstain (C. Gitschier). So voted.

Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemAbstained: GitschierThe roll call names the councilors not voting yes and gives 9 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. John J. Leahy is left out of this vote (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); the count matches the others. Erik R. Gitschier abstained or voted present (shown as present, not voting).

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Yem, seconded by C. Scott. Adopted by Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 1 abstain (C. Gitschier). So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Scott)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Jul 23Motion: Request: Pursuant To Council Rule 11, Reconsideration Of…Motion: In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon. Defeated by Roll Call…Failed 4–6 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Motion: Request: Pursuant To Council Rule 11, Reconsideration Of Councilor Mercier’s

ApproveFailed · 4–6

In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon. Defeated by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 6 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted.

Yes: Gitschier, Jenness, Nuon, RobinsonNo: Chau, Descoteaux, Mercier, Rourke, Scott, YemThe roll call names the no votes and gives 4 yeas, which matches the other councilors present; they are shown voting yes. John J. Leahy is left out of this vote (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); the count matches the others.

From the minutes

“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon. Defeated by Roll Call vote 4 yeas, 6 nays (C. Chau, C. Descoteaux, C. Mercier, M. Rourke, C. Scott, C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Jul 23Support Home Rule Petition regarding vacancies on elected bodies…Motion: Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to support Home…Passed 10–0 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Support Home Rule Petition regarding vacancies on elected bodies and to authorize the City Manager to execute any documentation in terms of...

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to support Home Rule Petition regarding vacancies on elected bodies and to authorize the City Manager to execute any documentation in terms of eliminating a preliminary election for special elections. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.

Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson to support Home Rule Petition regarding vacancies on elected bodies and to authorize the City Manager to execute any documentation in terms of eliminating a preliminary election for special elections. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Jul 23Approve: Communication - Appointment Of Amy Lombardo To Board…Motion: In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by…Passed 10–0 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Approve: Communication - Appointment Of Amy Lombardo To Board Of Assessors

Confirm appointmentPassed · 10–0

In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.

Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“In City Council, Motion to adopt by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Jul 23Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift Of $500 From Robert…Motion: Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted…Passed 10–0 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Adopt: Vote - Accept Gift Of $500 From Robert Bassett For High School Project

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.

Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Jul 23Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $79,100 Municipal Local Cybersecurity GrantMotion: Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted…Passed 10–0 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $79,100 Municipal Local Cybersecurity Grant

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.

Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Jul 23Adopt: Vote - Approve ORR Permit For Thirsty FirstMotion: Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted…Passed 10–0 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Adopt: Vote - Approve ORR Permit For Thirsty First

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.

Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Jul 23Adopt: Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By…Motion: Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted…Passed 10–0 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Adopt: Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By City

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.

Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Jul 23Adopt: Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By…Motion: Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted…Passed 10–0 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Adopt: Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By City

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.

Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Nuon. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Jul 23Adopt: Order - 60 Day TrialMotion: Motion to adopt by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted…Passed 10–0 · Leahy: Not recorded

July 23, 2024: Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial

ApprovePassed · 10–0

Motion to adopt by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted.

Yes: Chau, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, Rourke, Scott, YemThe count (10 yeas) is 1 short of the councilors present (John J. Leahy resigned from the council during this meeting, after filing his last motion, Item 4.5); it matches the others, who are shown voting yes, and John J. Leahy is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“Motion to adopt by C. Descoteaux, seconded by C. Gitschier. Adopted by Roll Call vote 10 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Descoteaux, second: Gitschier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Votes with no disagreement (121)

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