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June 5, 2023
36 recorded votes, 36 with disagreement.
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Present: Mark A. Oram, Michael H. Ossing, Samantha Perlman, Kathleen D. Robey, Laura J. Wagner, David Doucette, Christian Dumais, Teona C. Brown, John J. Irish, Sean A. Navin, Donald R. Landers
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Accept and file: Minutes of the City Council meeting, MAY 22, 2023
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, MAY 22, 2023, FILE; adopted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, MAY 22, 2023, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Accept and file: Minutes of the Special City Council meeting, MAY 25, 2023
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the Special City Council meeting, MAY 25, 2023, FILE; adopted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the Special City Council meeting, MAY 25, 2023, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of Nena Bloomquist to the Library Board of Trustees for a 3-year term to expire August 26, 2024
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Nena Bloomquist to the Library Board of Trustees for a 3-year term to expire August 26, 2024, APPROVED; adopted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Nena Bloomquist to the Library Board of Trustees for a 3-year term to expire August 26, 2024, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of Paul Gould to the Fort Meadow Commission for a 3-year term to expire on February 24, 2026
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Paul Gould to the Fort Meadow Commission for a 3-year term to expire on February 24, 2026, APPROVED; adopted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Paul Gould to the Fort Meadow Commission for a 3-year term to expire on February 24, 2026, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of Stefanie Ferrecchia to the Community Development Authority for a 3-year term to expire on March 9, 2026
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Stefanie Ferrecchia to the Community Development Authority for a 3-year term to expire on March 9, 2026, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Stefanie Ferrecchia to the Community Development Authority for a 3-year term to expire on March 9, 2026, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of Dr. Joseph Tennyson to the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on February 2, 2026
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Dr. Joseph Tennyson to the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on February 2, 2026, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Dr. Joseph Tennyson to the Board of Health for a 3-year term to expire on February 2, 2026, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of Debra McManus to the Commission on Disabilities for a 3-year term to expire on October 21, 2025
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Debra McManus to the Commission on Disabilities for a 3-year term to expire on October 21, 2025, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Debra McManus to the Commission on Disabilities for a 3-year term to expire on October 21, 2025, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of Linda Clark to the Board of Registrars for a 3-year term to expire on April 1, 2026
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Linda Clark to the Board of Registrars for a 3-year term to expire on April 1, 2026, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Linda Clark to the Board of Registrars for a 3-year term to expire on April 1, 2026, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of John Skarin to the Conservation Commission for 3-year term to expire on March 7, 2025
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of John Skarin to the Conservation Commission for 3-year term to expire on March 7, 2025, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of John Skarin to the Conservation Commission for 3-year term to expire on March 7, 2025, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of Karin Paquin to the Conservation Commission for 3-year term to expire on May 5, 2026
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the That the Reappointment of Karin Paquin to the Conservation Commission for 3-year term to expire on May 5, 2026, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the That the Reappointment of Karin Paquin to the Conservation Commission for 3-year term to expire on May 5, 2026, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of Ellen Silverstein to the Board of Assessors for a 3-year term to expire on September 8, 2026
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Ellen Silverstein to the Board of Assessors for a 3-year term to expire on September 8, 2026, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of Ellen Silverstein to the Board of Assessors for a 3-year term to expire on September 8, 2026, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Reappointment of David Morticelli to the Community Development Authority for a 3-year term to expire on March 23, 2026
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of David Morticelli to the Community Development Authority for a 3-year term to expire on March 23, 2026, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Reappointment of David Morticelli to the Community Development Authority for a 3-year term to expire on March 23, 2026, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
Refer to the Finance Committee: Capital Transfer Request in the amount of $1,598,076.10 which moves funds from Free Cash to Capital Outlay for...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Capital Transfer Request in the amount of $1,598,076.10 which moves funds from Free Cash to Capital Outlay for various departmental needs as outlined, referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“adopted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Capital Transfer Request in the amount of $1,598,076.10 which moves funds from Free Cash to Capital Outlay for various departmental needs as outlined, referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee: Communication from the Mayor, re: Proposed Zoning Amendments to Chapter 650 “Zoning” to add a new §37A...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Proposed Zoning Amendments to Chapter 650 “Zoning” to add a new §37A “Multi-Family MBTA Housing Overlay District” relative to Multi-Family Zoning Requirements for MBTA Communities, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“adopted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Proposed Zoning Amendments to Chapter 650 “Zoning” to add a new §37A “Multi-Family MBTA Housing Overlay District” relative to Multi-Family Zoning Requirements for MBTA Communities, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Moved to the end of agenda & file: Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Request for Executive Session to discuss litigation...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Request for Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy relative to JW Capital Partners, LLC and Marlborough TOTG LLC v. City of Marlborough (Land Court No. 23 MISC 000199), MOVED TO THE END OF AGENDA & FILE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“FILE”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Request for Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy relative to JW Capital Partners, LLC and Marlborough TOTG LLC v. City of Marlborough (Land Court No. 23 MISC 000199), MOVED TO THE END OF AGENDA & FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Accept and file: Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project, re: Personnel will be in the community responding to residents’ concerns...
Motion by Councilor Oram, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project, re: Personnel will be in the community responding to residents’ concerns about mosquitos on various dates in June 2023, FILE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“FILE”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Oram, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project, re: Personnel will be in the community responding to residents’ concerns about mosquitos on various dates in June 2023, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Oram)
Approve: Request by the Sudbury Companies of Minute and Militia for a Temporary Sign at the corner of Route 20 and Hagar Road from September 23...
Motion by Councilor Wagner, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Request by the Sudbury Companies of Minute and Militia for a Temporary Sign at the corner of Route 20 and Hagar Road from September 23, 2023, to October 1, 2023, for the 2023 Colonial Faire and Muster at the Wayside Inn, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Wagner, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Request by the Sudbury Companies of Minute and Militia for a Temporary Sign at the corner of Route 20 and Hagar Road from September 23, 2023, to October 1, 2023, for the 2023 Colonial Faire and Muster at the Wayside Inn, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Wagner)
Refer to the Public Services Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY JUNE 26, 2023, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for a Wireless...
Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY JUNE 26, 2023, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for a Wireless Special Permit from Kristen LeDuc on behalf of Dish Wireless to install three (3) Wireless Antennas and related equipment on the rooftop at 2 Mount Royal Avenue, referred to the PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“adopted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY JUNE 26, 2023, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for a Wireless Special Permit from Kristen LeDuc on behalf of Dish Wireless to install three (3) Wireless Antennas and related equipment on the rooftop at 2 Mount Royal Avenue, referred to the PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted..” (Motion: Landers)
Refer to the Urban Affairs Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY JUNE 26, 2023, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for Modification of...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY JUNE 26, 2023, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for Modification of Special Permit from Ralph Aronov on behalf of Green Gold Group, Inc., to amend the hours of operation, type of use, and to allow for internally illuminated signage at the adult use marijuana retail establishment located at 910 Boston Post Road East within the Wayside District, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“adopted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY JUNE 26, 2023, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for Modification of Special Permit from Ralph Aronov on behalf of Green Gold Group, Inc., to amend the hours of operation, type of use, and to allow for internally illuminated signage at the adult use marijuana retail establishment located at 910 Boston Post Road East within the Wayside District, referred to the URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)
Accept and file: Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees
Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees, FILE; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“FILE”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Doucette)
Refer to the Legal Department: Following CLAIMS
Motion by Councilor Perlman, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Perlman, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted..” (Motion: Perlman)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.
The minutes record the result only (“granted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”
Approve: Transfer Request in the amount of $600,500.00 from Reserve for Salaries and Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Fire Department payroll...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $600,500.00 from Reserve for Salaries and Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Fire Department payroll accounts to cover contractual obligations for the Fire Department, APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $600,500.00 from Reserve for Salaries and Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Fire Department payroll accounts to cover contractual obligations for the Fire Department, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Postponed until the june 12, 2023, city council meeting: Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget as submitted by Mayor Vigeant in the amount of...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget as submitted by Mayor Vigeant in the amount of $188,751,024.00 which represents a 4.57% increase over the Fiscal Year 2023 appropriation, POSTPONED UNTIL THE JUNE 12, 2023, CITY COUNCIL MEETING; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“adopted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget as submitted by Mayor Vigeant in the amount of $188,751,024.00 which represents a 4.57% increase over the Fiscal Year 2023 appropriation, POSTPONED UNTIL THE JUNE 12, 2023, CITY COUNCIL MEETING; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Go into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to…litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the…litigating...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Marlborough City Council meet in executive session under Purpose 3 of the Open Meeting Law, MGL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3), to “discuss strategy with respect to…litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the…litigating position of the public body” regarding the pending matter, JW Capital Partners, LLC and Marlborough TOTG LLC v. Marlborough City Council (Land Court No. 23 MISC 000199), as the chair hereby declares that discussion in an open session may have a detrimental effect on the City and the City Council’s litigating position. The City Council will not re-convene in open session after the Executive Session. APPROVED; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“APPROVED”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Marlborough City Council meet in executive session under Purpose 3 of the Open Meeting Law, MGL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3), to “discuss strategy with respect to…litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the…litigating position of the public body” regarding the pending matter, JW Capital Partners, LLC and Marlborough TOTG LLC v. Marlborough City Council (Land Court No. 23 MISC 000199), as the chair hereby declares that discussion in an open session may have a detrimental effect on the City and the City Council’s litigating position. The City Council will not re-convene in open session after the Executive Session. APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)
Adjourn
Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council is herewith adjourned at 8:48 PM; adopted.
The minutes record the result only (“adopted.”), with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by Councilor Dumais, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council is herewith adjourned at 8:48 PM; adopted..” (Motion: Dumais)
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