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June 3, 2025
31 recorded votes, 10 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Present: Peg Crowe, Paul Condon, Amanda Linehan, Ryan O'Malley, Ari Taylor, Stephen Winslow, Chris Simonelli, Jadeane Sica, Karen Colón Hayes, Carey McDonald, Craig Spadafora
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Karen Colón Hayes recused from the vote on "Authorize the sale of the property: Order: The Council will vote on whether to sell or retain the property...".
- Ryan O'Malley recused from the vote on "Amend the order: Order: That the City Solicitor will withdraw the case filed in Superior Court on May 22...".
- Ryan O'Malley recused from the vote on "Adopt as amended the order: Order: That the City Solicitor will withdraw the case filed in Superior Court...".
Every vote, in order
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda (the routine items listed under it in the minutes)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Simonelli to approve the Consent Agenda.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Simonelli to approve the Consent Agenda.The motion carried by unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Simonelli)
Paper 273-25
Table the petition: Petition: Massachusetts Electric Company dba National Grid Plan No. 30926772 - National Grid to install 2-5” conduits through the intersection of Pearl and Medford Street...
A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Petition be tabled.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Petition be tabled. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Linehan, second: Condon)
Paper 274-25
Authorize the sale of the property: Order: The Council will vote on whether to sell or retain the property known as 26 Central Avenue, and by City Assessor’s parcel identification number 187 577...
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor McDonald, to authorize the sale of the property.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Karen Colón Hayes (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor McDonald, to authorize the sale of the property. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow Recused: 1- Colon Hayes.” (Motion: Sica, second: McDonald)
Paper 278-25
Allow the petitioners address the Body on this paper. Motion passed by an 11-0 unanimous roll call vote. Shel Malloy...: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of...
A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor McDonald, to allow the petitioners address the Body on this paper. Motion passed by an 11-0 unanimous roll call vote. Shel Malloy of 79 Ashland Street spoke on behalf of the ten petitioners. Mr. Malloy read a prepared statement into the record which may be heard in it's entirety at the 39:05 mark of the above noted Teams link. A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Winslow to withdraw the paper and have it come back in two weeks with either a payment of $1,500 or a Council sponsor. Councillor Colon Hayes expressed her willingness to have the paper withdrawn and come back on June 17 with her as a sponsor. No vote was taken as a tabling motion was made and seconded and took precedence. A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, to table the paper until the correct fee structure and process for this type of petition is clarified. Motion passed by a 10-1 voice vote; Councillor Sica dissenting. A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be tabled.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor, WinslowNo: Sica
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Linehan, seconded by Councillor McDonald, to allow the petitioners address the Body on this paper. Motion passed by an 11-0 unanimous roll call vote. Shel Malloy of 79 Ashland Street spoke on behalf of the ten petitioners. Mr. Malloy read a prepared statement into the record which may be heard in it's entirety at the 39:05 mark of the above noted Teams link. A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Winslow to withdraw the paper and have it come back in two weeks with either a payment of $1,500 or a Council sponsor. Councillor Colon Hayes expressed her willingness to have the paper withdrawn and come back on June 17 with her as a sponsor. No vote was taken as a tabling motion was made and seconded and took precedence. A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, to table the paper until the correct fee structure and process for this type of petition is clarified. Motion passed by a 10-1 voice vote; Councillor Sica dissenting. A motion was made by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be tabled. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow Nay: 1- Sica.” (Motion: Linehan, second: McDonald)
Paper 279-25
Pass the resolution: Resolve: That it is the sense of the Malden City Council that the outstanding works being done by the Malden Public Library Staff, led by Director Dora St. Martin should be...
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Resolution be passed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Winslow, that the Resolution be passed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Winslow)
Paper 280-25
Recuse himself from the conversation: Order: That the City Solicitor will withdraw the case filed in Superior Court on May...
Councillor O'Malley made a motion to recuse himself from the conversation. He then got up and left the Chamber without waiting for an affirmative vote of the Council, in breach of Council Rule 18.03. For the purpose of the record, Pro Temp Linehan called for a voice vote, which passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Councillor O'Malley made a motion to recuse himself from the conversation. He then got up and left the Chamber without waiting for an affirmative vote of the Council, in breach of Council Rule 18.03. For the purpose of the record, Pro Temp Linehan called for a voice vote, which passed unanimously..” (Motion: O'Malley)
Amend the order: Order: That the City Solicitor will withdraw the case filed in Superior Court on May 22, 2025 against the Trustees of the Malden Public Library, case number 2581CV01275, and be it...
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Order be amended to strike 'President of the Malden City Council will dismiss' and replace with 'City Solicitor will withdraw'.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Taylor, WinslowNo: SpadaforaLeft out of this vote: Ryan O'Malley (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Order be amended to strike 'President of the Malden City Council will dismiss' and replace with 'City Solicitor will withdraw'. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Taylor and Winslow Nay: 1- Spadafora Recused: 1- O'Malley.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Sica)
Adopt as amended the order: Order: That the City Solicitor will withdraw the case filed in Superior Court on May 22, 2025 against the Trustees of the Malden Public Library, case number...
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Order be adopted as amended.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor, WinslowLeft out of this vote: Ryan O'Malley (recused).
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Condon, that the Order be adopted as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow Recused: 1- O'Malley.” (Motion: Sica, second: Condon)
Paper 281-25
Place on file the order: Order: That the City Solicitor and the staff of the City Solicitor’s Office immediately cease and desist from representing Ryan O’Malley in the case filed in Superior...
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Order be placed on file.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor, WinslowRyan O'Malley is on the attendance line but is not listed in this roll call; the minutes say: "Councillor O'Malley made a motion to recuse himself from the conversation." Left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Order be placed on file. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Sica, second: Crowe)
Paper 283-25
Adopt the order: Order: That members of the Malden City Council be prohibited from initiating litigation in their official capacity, on behalf of the City Council, or as a representative of the...
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Order be adopted.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor, WinslowAbstained: O'Malley
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow Abstain: 1- O'Malley.” (Motion: Sica, second: Crowe)
Paper 185-25
Ordain the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) 12.12.030 USE REGULATIONS is hereby amended as follows to update existing Table of Use...
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the Ordinance be ordained.
Yes: Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor, WinslowPaul Condon is on the attendance line but is not listed in this roll call; the minutes say: "Councillor Condon was not in Chambers at the time this vote was taken." Left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Spadafora, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Spadafora)
Paper 171-25
Ordain the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that Title 12 of the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) is hereby amended to eliminate the development cap in the MBTA Communities...
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Ordinance be ordained.
Yes: Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Taylor, WinslowPaul Condon is on the attendance line but is not listed in this roll call; the minutes say: "Councillor Condon was not in Chambers at the time this vote was taken." Left out of this vote. Craig Spadafora is on the attendance line but is not listed in this roll call; the minutes say: "Councillors Condon and Spadafora were not in Chambers at the time this vote was taken." Left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Crowe, that the Ordinance be ordained. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 9- Colon Hayes, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Crowe)
Paper 255-25
Ratify the vote to adopt taken on May 20, 2025: Order: The Council will vote on whether to sell or retain the property known as 42 Crescent Avenue, and by City Assessor’s parcel identification...
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, to ratify the vote to adopt taken on May 20, 2025.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, to ratify the vote to adopt taken on May 20, 2025. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Crowe, second: Sica)
Paper 256-25
Ratify the vote to adopt taken on May 20, 2025: Order: The Council will vote on whether to sell or retain the property known as 40 - 42 Wentworth Street, and by City Assessor’s parcel...
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Crowe, to ratify the vote to adopt taken on May 20, 2025.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Crowe, to ratify the vote to adopt taken on May 20, 2025. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Crowe)
Paper 186-25
Enroll the ordinance in accordance with the recommendations made by the Planning Board: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) Title 12 ZONING is...
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be enrolled in accordance with the recommendations made by the Planning Board.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be enrolled in accordance with the recommendations made by the Planning Board. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Yea: 11 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Simonelli)
Paper 153-25
Enroll the ordinance in accordance with the recommendations made by the Planning Board: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) Title 12, Chapter 12...
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be enrolled in accordance with the recommendations made by the Planning Board.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Simonelli, that the Ordinance be enrolled in accordance with the recommendations made by the Planning Board. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Winslow, second: Simonelli)
Paper 263-25
Adopt the order: Order: That the Mayor and City Council hereby fix the dates and hours for the 2025 Municipal Election calendar.
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Winslow, second: Hayes)
Paper 264-25
Adopt the order: Order: That the City Council designate the following locations as polling places for the entirety of the 2025 election cycle.
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Winslow, second: Hayes)
Paper 265-25
Adopt the order: Order: That the City detail a minimum of one officer for each polling building, to be determined by the City Clerk and Police Chief.
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Winslow, second: Hayes)
Paper 266-25
Adopt the order: Order: That the City Council opt the City of Malden into in-person Early Voting for the 2025 Municipal Election cycle, and to designate the City Clerk’s Office, 215 Pleasant...
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Winslow, second: Hayes)
Paper 241-25
Grant the petition: Petition: Class III: Malden Broadway Auto Body, Inc. 590 Broadway, Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)
Paper 242-25
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Company: Joey Pierre-Louis, 4 Stone Lane Apt. 5345, Malden, 1 vehicle (New)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)
Paper 243-25
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Driver: Joey Pierre-Louis, 4 Stone Lane Apt. 5345, Malden (New)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)
Paper 244-25
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Company: Pabla Transport LLC, 26 Blaine Street, Malden, 1 vehicle (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)
Paper 245-25
Grant the petition: Petition: Livery Driver: Jaspreet Singh, 26 Blaine Street, Malden, 1 vehicle (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)
Paper 246-25
Grant the petition: Petition: Pool Table: Biao Ge Pool Hall, 77 Exchange Street, Malden, 7 tables (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)
Paper 247-25
Grant the petition: Petition: Self-Service Gas Station: Snap Mart, Inc. 245 Main Street, Malden (Renewal)
A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Sica, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Petition be granted. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Sica, second: Hayes)
Paper 288-25
Adopt the order: Order: That the City Council will vote to go into Executive Session with Alicia A. McNeil, City Solicitor regarding the matter of O’Malley, as President of the Malden City Council...
A motion was made by Council President O'Malley, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted.
Yes: Hayes, O'MalleyNo: Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor, Winslow
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Council President O'Malley, seconded by Councillor Colon Hayes, that the Order be adopted. The motion failed by the following vote: Yea: 2- Colon Hayes and O'Malley Nay: 9- Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, Sica, Simonelli, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: O'Malley, second: Hayes)
Paper 172-25
Take from the table the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) 12.08.040 FLOODPLAINS, 12.12.110 FLOODPLAIN DISTRICTS, 12.32.060 DEFINITIONS...
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Ordinance be taken from the table.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Linehan, that the Ordinance be taken from the table. The motion carried by a unanimous vote..” (Motion: Winslow, second: Linehan)
Enroll the ordinance: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) 12.08.040 FLOODPLAINS, 12.12.110 FLOODPLAIN DISTRICTS, 12.32.060 DEFINITIONS - ZONING are...
A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be enrolled.
Yes: Condon, Crowe, Hayes, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Taylor, WinslowChris Simonelli is on the attendance line but is not listed in this roll call; the minutes say: "Councillor Simonelli was not in Chambers at the time this vote was taken." Left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Winslow, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the Ordinance be enrolled. The motion carried by the following vote: Yea: 10 - Colon Hayes, Condon, Crowe, Linehan, McDonald, O'Malley, Sica, Spadafora, Taylor and Winslow.” (Motion: Winslow, second: Sica)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the meeting be adjourned.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Councillor Crowe, seconded by Councillor Sica, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Crowe, second: Sica)
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