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Marlborough City Council · 2024–2025 Council · Regular meeting

June 3, 2024

29 recorded votes, 29 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page

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Attendance

Present: Sean A. Navin, Mark A. Oram, Michael H. Ossing, Kathleen D. Robey, Mark A. Vital, David Doucette, Robert Preciado, Teona C. Brown, John J. Irish, Trey Fuccillo, Donald R. Landers

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • Mark A. Vital recused from the vote on: Accept and file: Disclosure of Financial Interest from Councilor Mark Vital, re: Request for approval.
  • Robert Preciado recused from the vote on: Moved to item #19 & file: Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Amended Site Plan JW.
  • Kathleen D. Robey recused from the vote on: Refer to the Public Services Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY JULY 22, 2024, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC.
  • Robert Preciado recused from the vote on: Approve: City Council of the City of Marlborough does hereby approve, pursuant to §650-34.B(3) of the.

Every vote, in order

Accept and file: Minutes of the City Council meeting, MAY 20, 2024

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Brown, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, MAY 20, 2024, FILE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Brown, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, MAY 20, 2024, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Brown)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Close the public hearing: Petition of MA Electric and Verizon New England, to install one Joint Owned Pole on D’Angelo Drive, at a point...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

That the PUBLIC HEARING on the Petition of MA Electric and Verizon New England, to install one Joint Owned Pole on D’Angelo Drive, at a point approximately 568’ Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of Cedar Hill Street. Install 50’ C1.2 midspan Pole #2-50 between Poles 2 and 3. A 25 kva transformer fused at 10 will be installed on the new midspan, Order No. 24-1009177, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:03 PM; adopted.

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From the minutes

“That the PUBLIC HEARING on the Petition of MA Electric and Verizon New England, to install one Joint Owned Pole on D’Angelo Drive, at a point approximately 568’ Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of Cedar Hill Street. Install 50’ C1.2 midspan Pole #2-50 between Poles 2 and 3. A 25 kva transformer fused at 10 will be installed on the new midspan, Order No. 24-1009177, all were heard who wish to be heard, hearing closed at 8:03 PM; adopted..”

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve with conditions: The Petition of MA Electric and Verizon New England, to install one Joint Owned Pole on D’Angelo Drive, at a point...

Minutes, page 1

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the the Petition of MA Electric and Verizon New England, to install one Joint Owned Pole on D’Angelo Drive, at a point approximately 568’ Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of Cedar Hill Street. Install 50’ C1.2 midspan Pole #2-50 between Poles 2 and 3. A 25 kva transformer fused at 10 will be installed on the new midspan, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the the Petition of MA Electric and Verizon New England, to install one Joint Owned Pole on D’Angelo Drive, at a point approximately 568’ Southwest of the centerline of the intersection of Cedar Hill Street. Install 50’ C1.2 midspan Pole #2-50 between Poles 2 and 3. A 25 kva transformer fused at 10 will be installed on the new midspan, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted..” (Motion: Landers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Accept and file: Disclosure of Financial Interest from Councilor Mark Vital, re: Request for approval pursuant to MGL Chapter 268A, §20(b) to...

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Disclosure of Financial Interest from Councilor Mark Vital, re: Request for approval pursuant to MGL Chapter 268A, §20(b) to provide services to the School Department as a municipal employee, FILE; adopted. Councilor Vital recused.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Disclosure of Financial Interest from Councilor Mark Vital, re: Request for approval pursuant to MGL Chapter 268A, §20(b) to provide services to the School Department as a municipal employee, FILE; adopted. Councilor Vital recused..” (Motion: Robey)

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

Refer to the Mayor: Communication from the Mayor, re: Capital Bond Requests totaling $10,270,000.00, which includes various reconstruction of...

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Capital Bond Requests totaling $10,270,000.00, which includes various reconstruction of streets, and other projects as outlined in the communication, referred to the MAYOR; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Capital Bond Requests totaling $10,270,000.00, which includes various reconstruction of streets, and other projects as outlined in the communication, referred to the MAYOR; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

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

Approve: Transfer Request in the amount of $70,000.00 from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Capital Outlay for the purchase of equipment for the...

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $70,000.00 from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Capital Outlay for the purchase of equipment for the new E-ONE Class A Fire Engine, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Request in the amount of $70,000.00 from Undesignated Fund (Free Cash) to Capital Outlay for the purchase of equipment for the new E-ONE Class A Fire Engine, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

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

Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $75,000.00 from the Cummings Foundation awarded to the Senior Center to be used to fund a chef to...

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $75,000.00 from the Cummings Foundation awarded to the Senior Center to be used to fund a chef to manage the kitchen and lunch program at the Senior Center; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $75,000.00 from the Cummings Foundation awarded to the Senior Center to be used to fund a chef to manage the kitchen and lunch program at the Senior Center; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $1,500.00 from the MetroWest Food Collaborative awarded to the Senior Center to be used to offset costs...

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $1,500.00 from the MetroWest Food Collaborative awarded to the Senior Center to be used to offset costs associated with the lunch program; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: Under authority of MGL Chapter 44, Section 53A, the City Council hereby APPROVES the Grant Acceptance in the amount of $1,500.00 from the MetroWest Food Collaborative awarded to the Senior Center to be used to offset costs associated with the lunch program; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Accept and file: Notification of Temporary Appointment pursuant to MGL Chapter 41 §61A of MJ Spagone as Interim City Collector/Assistant Finance...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Notification of Temporary Appointment pursuant to MGL Chapter 41 §61A of MJ Spagone as Interim City Collector/Assistant Finance Director for a 60-day term to expire July 27, 2024, FILE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Notification of Temporary Appointment pursuant to MGL Chapter 41 §61A of MJ Spagone as Interim City Collector/Assistant Finance Director for a 60-day term to expire July 27, 2024, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Navin)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Refer to the Personnel Committee: Appointment of MJ Spagone as City Collector/Assistant Finance Director for a 2-year term effective from date of...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Appointment of MJ Spagone as City Collector/Assistant Finance Director for a 2-year term effective from date of Council confirmation, referred to the PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Appointment of MJ Spagone as City Collector/Assistant Finance Director for a 2-year term effective from date of Council confirmation, referred to the PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted..” (Motion: Navin)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Refer to the Finance Committee, Approved: Communication from the Mayor, re: Capital Improvement Plan (FY 24 to FY 28)

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Capital Improvement Plan (FY 24 to FY 28), referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Capital Improvement Plan (FY 24 to FY 28), referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Moved to item #19 & file: Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Amended Site Plan JW Capital Partners, LLC, for a mix-use...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Amended Site Plan JW Capital Partners, LLC, for a mix-use project at 57 Main Street in the Marlborough Village District, in proper legal form, Order No. 22/24-1008694, MOVED TO ITEM #19 & FILE; adopted. Councilor Preciado recused.

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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: Amended Site Plan JW Capital Partners, LLC, for a mix-use project at 57 Main Street in the Marlborough Village District, in proper legal form, Order No. 22/24-1008694, MOVED TO ITEM #19 & FILE; adopted. Councilor Preciado recused..” (Motion: Robey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Accept and file: Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Executed copy of the Settlement Agreement and Intermunicipal Agreement...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Executed copy of the Settlement Agreement and Intermunicipal Agreement for Wastewater Treatment and Disposal with the Town of Northborough, FILE; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Executed copy of the Settlement Agreement and Intermunicipal Agreement for Wastewater Treatment and Disposal with the Town of Northborough, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Robey)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Accept and file: Communication from Central MA Mosquito Control Project, re: Personnel will be in the community responding to residents’ concerns...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

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 2024, FILE; adopted.

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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 2024, FILE; adopted..” (Motion: Oram)

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Set MONDAY JUNE 17, 2024, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Petition of MA Electric and Verizon New England, to install one Joint Owned Pole...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY JUNE 17, 2024, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Petition of MA Electric and Verizon New England, to install one Joint Owned Pole at 100 Locke Drive, at a point approximately 1256’ Northwest of the centerline of the intersection of Elm Street. Installing new Pole 7-50 which will be 45’ between Poles 7 and 8. A new kvar cap bank will be installed on this pole; adopted.

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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 17, 2024, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Petition of MA Electric and Verizon New England, to install one Joint Owned Pole at 100 Locke Drive, at a point approximately 1256’ Northwest of the centerline of the intersection of Elm Street. Installing new Pole 7-50 which will be 45’ between Poles 7 and 8. A new kvar cap bank will be installed on this pole; adopted..” (Motion: Landers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Refer to the Public Services Committee & Advertise: Set MONDAY JULY 22, 2024, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING, on the Application for a Wireless...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY JULY 22, 2024, 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 157 Union Street, referred to the PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted. Councilor Robey recused.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Landers, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY JULY 22, 2024, 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 157 Union Street, referred to the PUBLIC SERVICES COMMITTEE & ADVERTISE; adopted. Councilor Robey recused..” (Motion: Landers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept and file: Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees, FILE; adopted.

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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)

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Refer to the Legal Department: Following CLAIMS

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Brown, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted.

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“Motion by Councilor Brown, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted..” (Motion: Brown)

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Suspend the rules

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.

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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”

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Approve: No more than three hundred fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00) shall be expended from the Parks and Recreation Revolving Fund during...

Minutes, page 4

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That no more than three hundred fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00) shall be expended from the Parks and Recreation Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2025, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That no more than three hundred fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00) shall be expended from the Parks and Recreation Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2025, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

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Suspend the rules

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.

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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”

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Approve: No more than one hundred forty-three thousand five hundred twenty dollars ($143,520.00) shall be expended from the Public Safety...

Minutes, page 4

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That no more than one hundred forty-three thousand five hundred twenty dollars ($143,520.00) shall be expended from the Public Safety Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2025, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That no more than one hundred forty-three thousand five hundred twenty dollars ($143,520.00) shall be expended from the Public Safety Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2025, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

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Suspend the rules

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.

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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”

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Approve: No more than one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000.00) shall be expended from the Council on Aging Revolving Fund during fiscal...

Minutes, page 4

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That no more than one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000.00) shall be expended from the Council on Aging Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2025, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That no more than one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000.00) shall be expended from the Council on Aging Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2025, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

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Suspend the rules

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Suspension of the Rules requested – granted.

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“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted..”

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Approve: No more than five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) shall be expended from the Water and Sewer Revolving Fund during fiscal year...

Minutes, page 5

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That no more than five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) shall be expended from the Water and Sewer Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2025, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor, APPROVED; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That no more than five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) shall be expended from the Water and Sewer Revolving Fund during fiscal year 2025, unless otherwise authorized by City Council and Mayor, APPROVED; adopted..” (Motion: Irish)

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Ordinance amending the City Code

Minutes, page 5

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH THAT THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH, AS AMENDED, BE FURTHER AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: I. By amending Chapter 125 (“Personnel”), Section 125-10, entitled “Starting minimum rate”, by deleting Section 125-10(C) as follows: C. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this chapter, for all other employees, in order to reflect an employee’s prior experience or performance, the Mayor is authorized to waive any two steps on a salary schedule established under this chapter, at time of hiring or during employment, subject to available appropriation of funds. Any waiver of more than two steps shall require approval by the City Council. II. By amending Chapter 125 (“Personnel”), Section 125-18, entitled “Vacations”, by deleting Section 125-18(A)(4) as follows: (4) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this chapter, for all other employees, in order to credit an employee’s experience in prior public or private employment, the Mayor is authorized to grant an increase of up to one (1) additional week of annual vacation time which may be made effective at any time of employment. Upon granting, said additional time shall accrue on a pro-rated basis per completed month in that calendar year, and thereafter shall be received annually. Any increase in annual vacation time above one (1) week shall require approval by the City Council....

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH THAT THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH, AS AMENDED, BE FURTHER AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: I. By amending Chapter 125 (“Personnel”), Section 125-10, entitled “Starting minimum rate”, by deleting Section 125-10(C) as follows: C. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this chapter, for all other employees, in order to reflect an employee’s prior experience or performance, the Mayor is authorized to waive any two steps on a salary schedule established under this chapter, at time of hiring or during employment, subject to available appropriation of funds. Any waiver of more than two steps shall require approval by the City Council. II. By amending Chapter 125 (“Personnel”), Section 125-18, entitled “Vacations”, by deleting Section 125-18(A)(4) as follows: (4) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this chapter, for all other employees, in order to credit an employee’s experience in prior public or private employment, the Mayor is authorized to grant an increase of up to one (1) additional week of annual vacation time which may be made effective at any time of employment. Upon granting, said additional time shall accrue on a pro-rated basis per completed month in that calendar year, and thereafter shall be received annually. Any increase in annual vacation time above one (1) week shall require approval by the City Council. APPROVED; adopted. First Reading, suspended; Second Reading, adopted; Passage to Enroll, adopted; Passage to Ordain; adopted. No objection to passage in one evening..” (Motion: Navin)

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Approve: City Council of the City of Marlborough does hereby approve, pursuant to §650-34.B(3) of the Marlborough Zoning Ordinance, the Amended...

Minutes, page 5

Adopt orderPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the City Council of the City of Marlborough does hereby approve, pursuant to §650-34.B(3) of the Marlborough Zoning Ordinance, the Amended and Restated Site Plan Approval with Conditions (attached hereto), which amends the Council’s Site Plan Approval with Conditions dated April 25, 2023 (City Council Order No. 22/23-1008694D), said plans for a mixed use project at 57 Main Street, APPROVED; adopted. Councilor Preciado recused.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the City Council of the City of Marlborough does hereby approve, pursuant to §650-34.B(3) of the Marlborough Zoning Ordinance, the Amended and Restated Site Plan Approval with Conditions (attached hereto), which amends the Council’s Site Plan Approval with Conditions dated April 25, 2023 (City Council Order No. 22/23-1008694D), said plans for a mixed use project at 57 Main Street, APPROVED; adopted. Councilor Preciado recused..” (Motion: Robey)

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Adjourn

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion by Councilor Doucette, 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 8:29 PM; adopted.

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From the minutes

“Motion by Councilor Doucette, 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 8:29 PM; adopted..” (Motion: Doucette)

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