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Start my ballot →Present: Sean A. Navin, Mark A. Oram, Michael H. Ossing, Kathleen D. Robey, Mark A. Vital, David Doucette, Robert Preciado, Heather M. Gould, John J. Irish, Trey Fuccillo
Absent: Matthew S. Sargent
During the meeting:
Accept and file: Minutes of the City Council meeting, March 23, 2026
Motion by Councilor Vital, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, March 23, 2026, FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Vital, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of the City Council meeting, March 23, 2026, FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Vital)
Approve with conditions: Petition of Comcast, to install new underground conduit system on Onamog Street, American Way and Fairmount Street to...
Motion by Councilor Fuccillo, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Petition of Comcast, to install new underground conduit system on Onamog Street, American Way and Fairmount Street to service Comcast’s facility that is under construction at 112 Onamog Street, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted. 1. A road opening permit from the Engineering Division is required, and the contractor must be licensed by the city. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Fuccillo, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Petition of Comcast, to install new underground conduit system on Onamog Street, American Way and Fairmount Street to service Comcast’s facility that is under construction at 112 Onamog Street, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted. 1. A road opening permit from the Engineering Division is required, and the contractor must be licensed by the city. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Fuccillo)
Approve with conditions: Petition of MA Electric and Verizon, to install one (1) Joint Owned Pole on Pleasant Street beginning at a point...
Motion by Councilor Fuccillo, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Petition of MA Electric and Verizon, to install one (1) Joint Owned Pole on Pleasant Street beginning at a point approximately 120’ Southeast of the centerline of the intersection of Chestnut Street and Pleasant Street. National Grid is proposing to install a new 50’ class H1 Mid-span Pole between P11 and P12 on Pleasant Street This pole will be located on city property labeled P11-50, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted. 1. A road opening permit from the Engineering Division is required for the new pole. 2. The proposed pole location shall be pre-marked for approval prior to start of work. The pole shall be at least 5 feet from the driveway for the house at 96 Pleasant Street. 3. Any necessary easements are to be obtained from affected property owners. 4. A street opening permit must be applied for by the proposed contractor performing the work. 5. The contractor performing the work must obtain a street opening bond with the City of Marlborough. 6. The contractor shall provide the Engineering Division preconstruction photos of driveways, sidewalks, lawn areas, and roadway areas impacted by all construction activities. 7. A proper staging area is to be located/acquired before work commences – material and equipment is not to be parked/stockpiled within the city right of way and or private property unless permission is granted in writing by the property owner. 8. The...
“Motion by Councilor Fuccillo, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Petition of MA Electric and Verizon, to install one (1) Joint Owned Pole on Pleasant Street beginning at a point approximately 120’ Southeast of the centerline of the intersection of Chestnut Street and Pleasant Street. National Grid is proposing to install a new 50’ class H1 Mid-span Pole between P11 and P12 on Pleasant Street This pole will be located on city property labeled P11-50, APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS; adopted. 1. A road opening permit from the Engineering Division is required for the new pole. 2. The proposed pole location shall be pre-marked for approval prior to start of work. The pole shall be at least 5 feet from the driveway for the house at 96 Pleasant Street. 3. Any necessary easements are to be obtained from affected property owners. 4. A street opening permit must be applied for by the proposed contractor performing the work. 5. The contractor performing the work must obtain a street opening bond with the City of Marlborough. 6. The contractor shall provide the Engineering Division preconstruction photos of driveways, sidewalks, lawn areas, and roadway areas impacted by all construction activities. 7. A proper staging area is to be located/acquired before work commences – material and equipment is not to be parked/stockpiled within the city right of way and or private property unless permission is granted in writing by the property owner. 8. The contractor is to ensure residents are always able to enter and exit their driveways (have necessary steel plating on site and accessible). 9. Ensure construction safety controls are established (signage, drums, police details, etc...) and are in accordance with the latest MUTCD standards. 10. Trench backfilling, compacting, temporary, and final paving are to be done in accordance with the City of Marlborough standard trenching details. 11. Trenches are to be paved or completely backfilled and compacted at the end of each workday. Trenches are never to be left unattended. 12. Post construction loaming and seeding are to be done in accordance with the 1995 MHD Standard Specifications sections 751 & 765. 13. Proposed utility pole(s) shall not put any sidewalks or sidewalk ramps into non- compliance with current ADA standards. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Fuccillo)
Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $20,876.41 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Public Safety & Security...
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 $20,876.41 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Public Safety & Security (EOPS&S) and the Department of Fire Services (DFS) awarded to the Fire Department to be used to purchase fire safety gear and equipment; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“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 $20,876.41 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Public Safety & Security (EOPS&S) and the Department of Fire Services (DFS) awarded to the Fire Department to be used to purchase fire safety gear and equipment; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Irish)
Approve: Grant Acceptance in the amount of $200,000.00 as part of the state budget earmark funding awarded to the City of Marlborough to be used...
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 $200,000.00 as part of the state budget earmark funding awarded to the City of Marlborough to be used for the rehabilitation of the Women’s Veterans Park and continued operation of the local Commuter Shuttle; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“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 $200,000.00 as part of the state budget earmark funding awarded to the City of Marlborough to be used for the rehabilitation of the Women’s Veterans Park and continued operation of the local Commuter Shuttle; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Irish)
Refer to the Finance Committee: Transfer Requests in the amount of $807,524.00 (eight hundred seven thousand, five hundred twenty-four dollars)...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Requests in the amount of $807,524.00 (eight hundred seven thousand, five hundred twenty-four dollars) from Economic Development to MEDC Funding for the FY 2027 Operating Budget of MEDC, and $150,000.00 (one hundred fifty thousand dollars) from Economic Development to MEDC Funding for the Economic Development Toolbox, referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted. CITY OF MARLBOROUGH BUDGET TRANSFERS -- DEPT: Mayor FISCAL YEAR: 2026 FROM ACCOUNT: TO ACCOUNT: Available Available Balance Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Balance $2,398,546.15 $807,524.00 27000099 42440 Economic Development $807,524.00 11740006 53950 MEDC Funding $0.00 Reason: To allow the MEDC to continue it's work in promoting the economic development of the City for FY27 $807,524.00 Total $807,524.00 Total CITY OF MARLBOROUGH BUDGET TRANSFERS -- DEPT: Mayor FISCAL YEAR: 2026 FROM ACCOUNT: TO ACCOUNT: Available Available Balance Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Balance $2,398,546.15 $150,000.00 27000099 42440 Economic Development $150,000.00 11740006 53950 MEDC Funding $0.00 Reason: To replenish the Economic Development Toolbox for FY27 $150,000.00 Total $150,000.00 Total President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Transfer Requests in the amount of $807,524.00 (eight hundred seven thousand, five hundred twenty-four dollars) from Economic Development to MEDC Funding for the FY 2027 Operating Budget of MEDC, and $150,000.00 (one hundred fifty thousand dollars) from Economic Development to MEDC Funding for the Economic Development Toolbox, referred to the FINANCE COMMITTEE; adopted. CITY OF MARLBOROUGH BUDGET TRANSFERS -- DEPT: Mayor FISCAL YEAR: 2026 FROM ACCOUNT: TO ACCOUNT: Available Available Balance Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Balance $2,398,546.15 $807,524.00 27000099 42440 Economic Development $807,524.00 11740006 53950 MEDC Funding $0.00 Reason: To allow the MEDC to continue it's work in promoting the economic development of the City for FY27 $807,524.00 Total $807,524.00 Total CITY OF MARLBOROUGH BUDGET TRANSFERS -- DEPT: Mayor FISCAL YEAR: 2026 FROM ACCOUNT: TO ACCOUNT: Available Available Balance Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Amount Org Code Object Account Description: Balance $2,398,546.15 $150,000.00 27000099 42440 Economic Development $150,000.00 11740006 53950 MEDC Funding $0.00 Reason: To replenish the Economic Development Toolbox for FY27 $150,000.00 Total $150,000.00 Total President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Irish)
Refer to the Personnel Committee: Proposed Job Description pursuant to Chapter 125 “Personnel” §5 “Preparation of Classification Descriptions”...
Motion by Councilor Oram, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Job Description pursuant to Chapter 125 “Personnel” §5 “Preparation of Classification Descriptions” relative to the position of Assistant Fire Chief, referred to the PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Oram, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Proposed Job Description pursuant to Chapter 125 “Personnel” §5 “Preparation of Classification Descriptions” relative to the position of Assistant Fire Chief, referred to the PERSONNEL COMMITTEE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Oram)
Accept and file: Communication from the Mayor, re: Notification of Temporary Appointment pursuant to MGL Chapter 41 §61A of Brian Doheny as...
Motion by Councilor Oram, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Notification of Temporary Appointment pursuant to MGL Chapter 41 §61A of Brian Doheny as Interim City Collector effective March 24, 2026, for a 60-day term to expire May 23, 2026, FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Oram, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from the Mayor, re: Notification of Temporary Appointment pursuant to MGL Chapter 41 §61A of Brian Doheny as Interim City Collector effective March 24, 2026, for a 60-day term to expire May 23, 2026, FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Oram)
Accept and file: Communication from Assabet Valley Regional Vocational School District, re: Fiscal Year 2027 Approved Budget for the School District
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Assabet Valley Regional Vocational School District, re: Fiscal Year 2027 Approved Budget for the School District, FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from Assabet Valley Regional Vocational School District, re: Fiscal Year 2027 Approved Budget for the School District, FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Irish)
Refer to the City Engineer, the Petition from Lightpath, Fiber Infrastructure Llc to...: Set MONDAY APRIL 27, 2026, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING &
Motion by Councilor Fuccillo, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY APRIL 27, 2026, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING & REFER TO THE CITY ENGINEER, the Petition from Lightpath, Fiber Infrastructure LLC to install approximately 1315’ of two (2) 1.25” HDPE communications conduit from existing Pole #43 on Forest Street to Pole #36 with three (3) 3’ x 3’ Handholes placed along the running line in front of 455 Forest Street; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Fuccillo, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That there being no objection thereto set MONDAY APRIL 27, 2026, as the DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING & REFER TO THE CITY ENGINEER, the Petition from Lightpath, Fiber Infrastructure LLC to install approximately 1315’ of two (2) 1.25” HDPE communications conduit from existing Pole #43 on Forest Street to Pole #36 with three (3) 3’ x 3’ Handholes placed along the running line in front of 455 Forest Street; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Fuccillo)
Accept and file: Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed License to Encroach, Welly’s Restaurant, Inc., 153 Main Street...
Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed License to Encroach, Welly’s Restaurant, Inc., 153 Main Street, in proper legal form FILE & MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Communication from City Solicitor Jason Grossfield, re: Proposed License to Encroach, Welly’s Restaurant, Inc., 153 Main Street, in proper legal form FILE & MOVED TO REPORTS OF COMMITTEE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Navin)
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. a) Conservation Commission, February 19. 2026. b) Planning Board, February 9, 2026. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Minutes of following Boards, Commissions and Committees, FILE; adopted. a) Conservation Commission, February 19. 2026. b) Planning Board, February 9, 2026. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Doucette)
Refer to the Legal Department: Following CLAIMS
Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted. a) Andrew Bouffard, 38 Susan Road, residential mailbox claim (2a). b) Geebyung Chae, 85 Ash Street, pothole or other road defect. c) Thomas Cote, 675 Brigham Street, other property damage/and or personal injury. d) Elizabeth Morich,, 25 Flagg Road, other property damage/and or personal injury. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Doucette, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the following CLAIMS, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT; adopted. a) Andrew Bouffard, 38 Susan Road, residential mailbox claim (2a). b) Geebyung Chae, 85 Ash Street, pothole or other road defect. c) Thomas Cote, 675 Brigham Street, other property damage/and or personal injury. d) Elizabeth Morich,, 25 Flagg Road, other property damage/and or personal injury. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Doucette)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0).
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0)..”
Accept and file: Update on the Richer Elementary School project
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Update on the Richer Elementary School project, FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Update on the Richer Elementary School project, FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Robey)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0).
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0)..”
License to Encroach on Public Property and Indemnification WHEREAS, Welly’s Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Welly’s Restaurant (the “Licensee”), duly...
Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: License to Encroach on Public Property and Indemnification WHEREAS, Welly’s Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Welly’s Restaurant (the “Licensee”), duly incorporated in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with a principal place of business at 153 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, operating a restaurant known as Welly’s Restaurant located at 153 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752 (being a portion of Assessors Map 70 Parcel 33) desires to use a portion of the sidewalk (including proximate sidewalk bump-out) fronting said 153 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752 for table service of food and/or beverages (hereinafter, “License Area”); and WHEREAS, the City of Marlborough (hereinafter, the “City”) wishes to allow Licensee to use the License Area for table service of food and/or beverages; WHEREAS the License Area is owned by and/or within the public way of the City; NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Marlborough, by and through its Mayor and City Council (hereinafter, “the City”), grants to the Licensee permission to use the License Area for the limited purpose of outdoor dining on food and/or beverages associated with the Licensee and to place tables and chairs thereon for said purpose, and for no other purpose, under the terms and conditions stated below (hereinafter, “the license” or “this license”): 1. The License Area is identified in its approximate location on the plan attached hereto as Exhibit “A,” which...
“Motion by Councilor Navin, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: License to Encroach on Public Property and Indemnification WHEREAS, Welly’s Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Welly’s Restaurant (the “Licensee”), duly incorporated in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with a principal place of business at 153 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, operating a restaurant known as Welly’s Restaurant located at 153 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752 (being a portion of Assessors Map 70 Parcel 33) desires to use a portion of the sidewalk (including proximate sidewalk bump-out) fronting said 153 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752 for table service of food and/or beverages (hereinafter, “License Area”); and WHEREAS, the City of Marlborough (hereinafter, the “City”) wishes to allow Licensee to use the License Area for table service of food and/or beverages; WHEREAS the License Area is owned by and/or within the public way of the City; NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Marlborough, by and through its Mayor and City Council (hereinafter, “the City”), grants to the Licensee permission to use the License Area for the limited purpose of outdoor dining on food and/or beverages associated with the Licensee and to place tables and chairs thereon for said purpose, and for no other purpose, under the terms and conditions stated below (hereinafter, “the license” or “this license”): 1. The License Area is identified in its approximate location on the plan attached hereto as Exhibit “A,” which exhibit is made a part hereof. 2. The license shall be effective from the date of approval by the City for a one (1) year term. Thereafter, subject to the terms and conditions of this license, this license shall run from year to year. 3. Licensee shall not allow any use of the tables and chairs in the License Area after 10:00 PM. Licensee shall be responsible for snow and ice removal if Licensee places tables and/or chairs on the License Area when snow or ice is present. If License Area is in use after sundown, Licensee shall incorporate appropriate lighting for use, subject to City approval. Licensee shall incorporate appropriate barricades for protection of seating as shown in Exhibit A or otherwise approved by the City. 4. Licensee acknowledges that this license is not a grant of interest in the License Area or in any other portion of City property. 5. Licensee acknowledge that this license is exclusive to Licensee and that no other person(s) or entity(ies) has the permission of the City to utilize the License Area for any purpose other than for dining on products purchased at the Licensee. This License (including paragraphs 5 and 6) shall not prohibit dining on food from sources other than the Licensee so long as it is in conjunction with dining on beverages/food purchased at the Licensee. 6. Licensee agrees that it shall not allow loitering or other use of the License Area which is not related to dining on products purchased at the Licensee. 7. Licensee agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, their officers, employees and agents from and against all suits, actions or claims, civil or criminal, of any character brought because of any injury or damage received or sustained by any person, persons or property arising out of, or resulting from the existence of any obstruction or defect in the public way abutting the License Area or in the License Area, or arising out of, or resulting from any asserted negligent or intentional act, error or omission of Licensee or its agents, servants or employees, occurring in the performance of the Licensee to place tables and chairs upon License Area and to allow the utilization by third parties of said License Area, or Licensee’s use of the License Area or any related act or omission of any representative, agent, invitee, customer, patron, agent, employee, or guest of Licensee. The indemnification required hereunder shall not be limited by reason of the specifications of any particular insurance coverage of the Licensee. 8. Licensee shall: return the License Area to the same condition and degree of cleanliness or better than it was in prior to the commencement of the use promptly at the expiration or termination of this License (reasonable wear and tear excepted), be responsible for any repairs or clean-up costs required as a result of Licensee’s use of the License Area, and remove any item of property left or placed in or on the License Area by Licensee promptly at the expiration or termination of this License. 9. The City shall be under no liability for any damage or loss of the License Area and no claim shall be made therefore against the City. The use of the License Area is at the sole risk of the Licensee and not the City. Licensee acknowledges that they have inspected the site and are satisfied as to the suitability of the site for its purposes. No warranty or representations as to the site or its suitability for any particular purposes is made by the City. The License Area is licensed in its as is condition. No action or inaction of the City shall constitute or be construed to be an explicit and specific assurance of safety or assistance. The City may inspect the site at any time. 10. The Licensee further agrees to have said area included in their business operations and liability insurance coverage and to add the City as an additional insured for the premises and property or provide other insurance coverage acceptable to the City. If alcohol is served on the License Area, Licensee shall include the City as an additional insured on its liquor liability insurance. 11. The City’s Building Commissioner or the Building Commissioner’s agents may revoke the license for violation of the terms and conditions of this license. The City reserves the right at any time to immediately upon notice to Licensee or posting of notice at the site terminate and cancel this license prior to its expiration for any cause as determined in the best interests of the City, and all rights granted hereunder shall immediately terminate and cease and the City shall not be held liable by reason thereof. 12. This License is not transferable or assignable and Licensee shall be responsible for any uses permitted hereunder. Licensees shall supervise and observe any and all use of the License Area during the License period and shall be solely responsible for the Use of the License Area during the term hereof. 13. Service of alcoholic beverages out-of-doors in the License Area shall require a separate license from the Licensing Board and any appropriate State approvals. 14. Said tables and chairs shall not interfere with accessible path of travel for handicapped individuals, per the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable laws and regulations. 15. Signs shall not be permitted except in accordance with City’s Sign Ordinance. 16. All applicable federal, state, and City policies, orders, regulations and ordinances, as amended, shall remain in full force and effect, and Licensee shall comply with same. 17. Licensee agrees to abide by its terms and conditions and acknowledges that said license may be revoked by the City for breach of any condition contained therein. 18. A signed copy of this License transmitted by facsimile, scan, email or other means of electronic transmission shall be deemed to have the same legal effect as delivery of an original. 19. This License constitutes the entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all agreements, whether written or oral, between the parties concerning such subject matter. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Navin)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0).
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0)..”
Refer to the Legal Department to Be Placed in Proper Legal Form for the April 27, 2026...: Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian...
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian Falk, on behalf of Marlborough/Northborough Land Trust to build and operate two multifamily dwellings with a total of 90 residential units, accessory parking, resident amenities, landscaped areas, and open space areas to be located at the corner of Ames and Forest Streets, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT TO BE PLACED IN PROPER LEGAL FORM FOR THE APRIL 27, 2026, COUNCIL MEETING; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Brian Falk, on behalf of Marlborough/Northborough Land Trust to build and operate two multifamily dwellings with a total of 90 residential units, accessory parking, resident amenities, landscaped areas, and open space areas to be located at the corner of Ames and Forest Streets, referred to the LEGAL DEPARTMENT TO BE PLACED IN PROPER LEGAL FORM FOR THE APRIL 27, 2026, COUNCIL MEETING; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Robey)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0).
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0)..”
Approve: Request for a Canopy Flat Wall Sign, 57 Main Street, within the Downtown Business District
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Request for a Canopy Flat Wall Sign, 57 Main Street, within the Downtown Business District, APPROVED as submitted per the plans attached with no internal illumination allowed; adopted. Councilor Preciado Recused. President Ossing declared the vote of 9 – 0.
Yes: Doucette, Fuccillo, Gould, Irish, Navin, Oram, Ossing, Robey, VitalThe minutes record the vote as “declared the vote of 9 – 0”; Robert Preciado recused and is left out of this vote, and the count matches the other councilors present, so each is shown voting yes.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Request for a Canopy Flat Wall Sign, 57 Main Street, within the Downtown Business District, APPROVED as submitted per the plans attached with no internal illumination allowed; adopted. Councilor Preciado Recused. President Ossing declared the vote of 9 – 0..” (Motion: Robey)
Suspend the rules
Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0).
“Suspension of the Rules requested – granted. (President Ossing declared the vote of 10-0)..”
Approve: Request for a Blade Sign, 57 Main Street, within the Marlborough Village District
Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Request for a Blade Sign, 57 Main Street, within the Marlborough Village District, APPROVED, provided that the sign shown on the attached plans shall be modified to comply with the sizing, placement and material requirements for a by-right blade sign in Section 650-34 (I) of the Marlborough Zoning Ordinance; adopted. Councilor Preciado Recused. President Ossing declared the vote of 9 – 0.
Yes: Doucette, Fuccillo, Gould, Irish, Navin, Oram, Ossing, Robey, VitalThe minutes record the vote as “declared the vote of 9 – 0”; Robert Preciado recused and is left out of this vote, and the count matches the other councilors present, so each is shown voting yes.
“Motion by Councilor Robey, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: That the Request for a Blade Sign, 57 Main Street, within the Marlborough Village District, APPROVED, provided that the sign shown on the attached plans shall be modified to comply with the sizing, placement and material requirements for a by-right blade sign in Section 650-34 (I) of the Marlborough Zoning Ordinance; adopted. Councilor Preciado Recused. President Ossing declared the vote of 9 – 0..” (Motion: Robey)
Ordinance amending Chapter 125 “Personnel”
Motion by Councilor Irish, 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 BY AMENDING CHAPTER 125, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL,” AS FOLLOWS: I. By adding to the salary schedule referenced in Section 125-6, the following: Position Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Start 6 months 1 year of 2 years of 3 years of 4 years of 5 years of of service service service service service service City $175,000.00 Solicitor II. The effective date for the above salary schedule shall be July 1, 2026. III. This ordinance shall supersede and replace any existing rate for said position (if applicable) in the current salary schedule. APPROVED; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, 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 BY AMENDING CHAPTER 125, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL,” AS FOLLOWS: I. By adding to the salary schedule referenced in Section 125-6, the following: Position Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Start 6 months 1 year of 2 years of 3 years of 4 years of 5 years of of service service service service service service City $175,000.00 Solicitor II. The effective date for the above salary schedule shall be July 1, 2026. III. This ordinance shall supersede and replace any existing rate for said position (if applicable) in the current salary schedule. APPROVED; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Irish)
Motion by Councilor Irish, 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 BY AMENDING CHAPTER 125, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL,” AS FOLLOWS: I. By adding to the salary schedule referenced in Section 125-6, the following: Annual Salary Position Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 6 months of 1 year of 2 years of 3 years of 4 years of 5 years of Start service service service service service service Assistant Fire $165,000.00 $168,300.00 $172,000.00 $175,500.00 $179,100.00 $183,000.00 $186,700.00 Chief II. The effective date for the above salary schedule shall be July 1, 2026. III. The above position is 40 hours per week. IV. This ordinance shall supersede and replace any existing rate for said position(s) (if applicable) in the current salary schedule. APPROVED; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, 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 BY AMENDING CHAPTER 125, ENTITLED “PERSONNEL,” AS FOLLOWS: I. By adding to the salary schedule referenced in Section 125-6, the following: Annual Salary Position Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 6 months of 1 year of 2 years of 3 years of 4 years of 5 years of Start service service service service service service Assistant Fire $165,000.00 $168,300.00 $172,000.00 $175,500.00 $179,100.00 $183,000.00 $186,700.00 Chief II. The effective date for the above salary schedule shall be July 1, 2026. III. The above position is 40 hours per week. IV. This ordinance shall supersede and replace any existing rate for said position(s) (if applicable) in the current salary schedule. APPROVED; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Irish)
Accept and file: RESOLUTION Whereas the City Council recognizes the importance of maintaining essential municipal services while also ensuring...
Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: RESOLUTION Whereas the City Council recognizes the importance of maintaining essential municipal services while also ensuring that increases in residential property taxes remain reasonable and predictable for homeowners; and Whereas the rising costs of municipal operations require careful fiscal planning to balance service delivery with taxpayer affordability; and Whereas prior municipal budgets have resulted in increased financial pressure on residential taxpayers, and the City Council seeks to establish clearer limits and greater predictability in future budget proposals; Be it Resolved that the Mayor is hereby requested to submit a proposed municipal operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year that limits the impact on residential property taxes to no more than an average increase of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per residential property. (Submitted by Councilor Vital) FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Irish, seconded by the Chair to adopt the following: ORDERED: RESOLUTION Whereas the City Council recognizes the importance of maintaining essential municipal services while also ensuring that increases in residential property taxes remain reasonable and predictable for homeowners; and Whereas the rising costs of municipal operations require careful fiscal planning to balance service delivery with taxpayer affordability; and Whereas prior municipal budgets have resulted in increased financial pressure on residential taxpayers, and the City Council seeks to establish clearer limits and greater predictability in future budget proposals; Be it Resolved that the Mayor is hereby requested to submit a proposed municipal operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year that limits the impact on residential property taxes to no more than an average increase of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per residential property. (Submitted by Councilor Vital) FILE; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Irish)
Adjourn
Motion by Councilor Fuccillo, 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 9:22 PM; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0.
“Motion by Councilor Fuccillo, 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 9:22 PM; adopted. President Ossing declared the vote of 10 – 0..” (Motion: Fuccillo)
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