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June 18, 2025
2 meetings this evening, 29 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Start my ballot →6:30 p.m. · New Bedford City Council · Special meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
Attendance
Present: Ian Abreu, Derek Baptiste, Shane A. Burgo, Naomi R. A. Carney, Leo Choquette, Maria E. Giesta, Brian K. Gomes, Joseph P. Lopes, Linda M. Morad, Shawn Oliver, Ryan J. Pereira
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Pereira arrived late (6:35)
19 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Communication, Council President Burgo, to City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council Dennis W. Farias, calling a Special Meeting of the City Council for Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., for the purpose of acting on two transfers that were tabled at the City Council Meeting of May 22nd, and two…
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #1114).”
City of New Bedford City Council April 24, 2025 A Bond Order to Authorize A Borrowing to Pay the Costs of Capital Planning and Construction of Water Distribution and Treatment Systems Improvements Including A Lead Service Abatement Program, Transmission Main Inspection Program, and General System…
Removed from the Table
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table. (Matter #0612).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, OliverAbsent: Pereira
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Councillor Pereira not present for vote.) (Matter #0612).”
Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, Pereira
From the minutes
“Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 11, Nays 0. (Matter #0612).”
City of New Bedford City Council April 24, 2025 A Bond Order to Authorize A Borrowing to Pay the Costs of Projects Outlined in the City’s Long Term Cso Control and Integrated Capital Improvements Plan Including Wastewater Collection System Improvements, Pumping Station Improvements, Flood Control…
Removed from the Table
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table. (Matter #0614).”
Adopted
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, OliverAbsent: Pereira
From the minutes
“Adopted – Yeas 10, Nays 0. (Councillor Pereira not present for vote.) (Matter #0614).”
Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, Pereira
From the minutes
“Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 11, Nays 0. (Matter #0614).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Transfer of $230,917.00 from Cable Access Free Cash to the Fiscal Year 2026 Cable Access Enterprise Fund Budget.
Removed from the Table
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table. (Matter #0875).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0875).”
City of New Bedford City Council May 22, 2025 Ordered, that the sum of Two Hundred Thirty Thousand, Nine Hundred and Seventeen Dollars ($230,917) now standing to the credit of the account from Cable Access Free Cash be and the same is hereby assigned to the Fiscal Year 2026 Cable Access Enterprise…
Removed from the Table
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table. (Matter #0876).”
Adopted and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, Pereira
From the minutes
“Adopted and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 11, Nays 0. (Matter #0876).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting an Order for the Transfer of $88,787.00 from Downtown Parking Free Cash to the Fiscal Year 2026 Downtown Parking Enterprise Fund Budget.
Removed from the Table
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table. (Matter #0877).”
Received and Placed on File
From the minutes
“Received and Placed on File. (Matter #0877).”
City of New Bedford City Council May 22, 2025 Ordered, that the sum of Eighty-eight Thousand, Seven Hundred and Eighty-seven Dollars ($88,787) now standing to the credit of the account from Downtown Parking Free Cash be and the same is hereby assigned to the Fiscal Year 2026 Downtown Parking…
Removed from the Table
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table. (Matter #0878).”
Adopted and Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, Pereira
From the minutes
“Adopted and Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 11, Nays 0. (Matter #0878).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting to Reappointment of Esperanza Alejandro-berube, New Bedford, MA, to the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities; this term will expire in May 2028.
Removed from the Table
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table. (Matter #1018).”
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed, Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, Pereira
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed, Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 11, Nays 0. (Matter #1018).”
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting to Reappointment of Caroline Conzatti, New Bedford, MA, to the Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District; this term will expire in June 2028.
Removed from the Table
From the minutes
“Removed from the Table. (Matter #1019).”
Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed, Rule 40 Waived
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Burgo, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, Pereira
From the minutes
“Rule 38 Waived, Reappointment Confirmed, Rule 40 Waived – Yeas 11, Nays 0. (Matter #1019).”
7:00 p.m. · Committee on Finance
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
Committee on Finance: committee votes are recommendations to the full council, which takes the final vote. About this committee
Attendance
Present: Ian Abreu, Derek Baptiste, Naomi R. A. Carney, Leo Choquette, Maria E. Giesta, Brian K. Gomes, Joseph P. Lopes, Linda M. Morad, Shawn Oliver, Ryan J. Pereira
Absent: Shane A. Burgo
10 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Communication (Matter Id #0861)
To table the matter at this time.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Giesta, the Committee VOTED: To table the matter at this time. (Matter #0861).” (Motion: Pereira, second: Giesta)
Communication (Matter Id #0873)
To recommend to the City Council Adoption of the Order, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department, known as the Adult Social Day Program Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $330,000.00 is hereby authorized for Fiscal Year 2026.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Gomes, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council ADOPTION of the ORDER, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Community Services Department, known as the ADULT SOCIAL DAY PROGRAM REVOLVING FUND, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $330,000.00 is hereby authorized for FISCAL YEAR 2026. (Matter #0873).” (Motion: Pereira, second: Gomes)
The following items were taken up together, without objection: Communication (Matter Id #0867)
To recommend to the City Council Adoption of the Order, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Inspectional Services, known as the Demolition of Buildings and Structures Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $133,000.00 is hereby authorized for Fisc
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Abreu, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council ADOPTION of the ORDER, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Inspectional Services, known as the DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES REVOLVING FUND, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $133,000.00 is hereby authorized for FISCAL YEAR 2026. (Matter #0867).” (Motion: Pereira, second: Abreu)
To recommend to the City Council Adoption of the Order, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Inspectional Services, known as the Vacant Building Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $188,545.00 is hereby authorized for Fiscal Year 2026.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Abreu, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council ADOPTION of the ORDER, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Inspectional Services, known as the VACANT BUILDING REVOLVING FUND, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $188,545.00 is hereby authorized for FISCAL YEAR 2026. (Matter #0867).” (Motion: Pereira, second: Abreu)
Communication (Matter Id #0863)
To recommend to the City Council Adoption of the Order, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the School Department and the Department of Facilities and Fleet Management, known as the Tangible Supply Disposition Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $170,000.00 (Sch
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Lopes and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council ADOPTION of the ORDER, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the School Department and the Department of Facilities and Fleet Management, known as the TANGIBLE SUPPLY DISPOSITION REVOLVING FUND, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $170,000.00 (School - $100,000.00, DFFM - $60,000.00 and Police $10,000.00) is hereby authorized for FISCAL YEAR 2026. (Matter #0863).” (Motion: Lopes, second: Baptiste)
Communication (Matter Id #0859)
To recommend to the City Council Adoption of the Order, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Facilities and Fleet Management, known as the Quest Center Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $208,514.00 is hereby authorized fo
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Oliver, PereiraNo: MoradAbsent: Burgo
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council ADOPTION of the ORDER, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Facilities and Fleet Management, known as the QUEST CENTER REVOLVING FUND, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $208,514.00 is hereby authorized for FISCAL YEAR 2026. (Matter #0859).” (Motion: Pereira, second: Baptiste)
The following items were taken up together, without objection: Communication (Matter Id #0857)
To recommend to the City Council Adoption of the Order, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, Amending the Order Adopted by the City Council on June 27, 2024 and signed by the Mayor on July 9, 2024, which, in accordance with M.g.l., Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the Revolving Fund under the control of the Parks, Recreation and Beaches Department, known as the Supportive Recreation Revolving Fund, whose amount
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Lopes and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council ADOPTION of the ORDER, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, Amending the Order Adopted by the City Council on June 27, 2024 and signed by the Mayor on July 9, 2024, which, in accordance with M.G.L., Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the Revolving Fund under the control of the Parks, Recreation and Beaches Department, known as the SUPPORTIVE RECREATION REVOLVING FUND, whose amount limited at $55,000.00 is hereby authorized at $105,000.00 for FISCAL YEAR 2025. (Matter #0857).” (Motion: Lopes, second: Baptiste)
To recommend to the City Council Adoption of the Order, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Beaches, known as the Supportive Recreation Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $120,000.00 is hereby authorized for Fiscal Year 2
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Lopes and seconded by Councillor Baptiste, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council ADOPTION of the ORDER, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Beaches, known as the SUPPORTIVE RECREATION REVOLVING FUND, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $120,000.00 is hereby authorized for FISCAL YEAR 2026. (Matter #0857).” (Motion: Lopes, second: Baptiste)
Communication (Matter Id #0869)
To recommend to the City Council Adoption of the Order, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Beaches, known as the Fort Taber Revolving Fund, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $230,000.00 is hereby authorized for Fiscal Year 2026.
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Abreu, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council ADOPTION of the ORDER, submitted by Mayor Mitchell, that in accordance with MGL Chapter 44, Section 53E ½, the revolving fund under the control of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Beaches, known as the FORT TABER REVOLVING FUND, whose revenues collected, and amount limited to be spent estimated at $230,000.00 is hereby authorized for FISCAL YEAR 2026. (Matter #0869).” (Motion: Pereira, second: Abreu)
Communication, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting a Tax Increment Exemption Housing Development Incentive Program and Agreement for Couto Residences, 4586 Acushnet Avenue (Matter Id #0983)
To recommend to the City Council Adoption of the Resolution, approving the Tax Increment Exemption Housing Development Incentive Program and Agreement for Couto Residences, 4586 Acushnet Avenue.
Yes: Abreu, Baptiste, Carney, Choquette, Giesta, Gomes, Lopes, Morad, Oliver, PereiraAbsent: Burgo
From the minutes
“On motion by Councillor Pereira and seconded by Councillor Choquette, the Committee VOTED: To recommend to the City Council ADOPTION of the RESOLUTION, approving the Tax Increment Exemption Housing Development Incentive Program and Agreement for Couto Residences, 4586 Acushnet Avenue. (Matter #0983).” (Motion: Pereira, second: Choquette)
From the official minutes kept by the New Bedford City Clerk (agendas and minutes). The minutes are text documents; we read every action, check every roll-call count against the councilors named, and quote the exact wording. Most items pass by voice vote, and the minutes record only the result for those; how each councilor voted is shown only for roll calls. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Councilor photos: cropped from the City of New Bedford's official 2026 City Council photo (newbedford-ma.gov). The 2024–2025 group photo, and the photos of Maria E. Giesta and Linda M. Morad cropped from it: City of New Bedford, provided by the City Clerk.
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