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February 24, 2025
37 recorded votes, 36 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Includes a joint public hearing with the Board of Survey and Planning. Only councillors’ votes are shown.
Present: Colleen Bradley-MacArthur, Paul J. Brasco, Randall J. LeBlanc, Kathleen B. McMenimen, Thomas M. Stanley, Carlos A. Vidal, Anthony LaFauci, Caren Dunn, Bill Hanley, John J. McLaughlin, Joseph P. LaCava, Sean Durkee, Paul S. Katz, Cathyann Harris, Robert G. Logan
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Sean Durkee recused from the vote on: A small black and gold plaque be placed on three available benches in the field area at 200 Trapelo Road.
- Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from the vote on: A small black and gold plaque be placed on three available benches in the field area at 200 Trapelo Road.
- Joseph P. LaCava recused from the vote on: Outside Dining Ordinance Amendment.
- Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from the vote on: Outside Dining Ordinance Amendment.
Every vote, in order
Approve the regular meeting minutes of 2/10/25
Councillor LaCava moved approval of the regular meeting minutes of 2/10/25. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor LaCava moved approval of the regular meeting minutes of 2/10/25. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: LaCava)
Table the Executive Session Meeting Minutes of 2/10/25
Councillor McMenimen moved to table the Executive Session Meeting Minutes of 2/10/25. Councillor McMenimen asked for clarification regarding some details pertaining to the minutes. Clerk Vizard will look into the matter and resubmit minutes at the next City Council meeting. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the executive minutes for 2/10/25 were tabled.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor McMenimen moved to table the Executive Session Meeting Minutes of 2/10/25. Councillor McMenimen asked for clarification regarding some details pertaining to the minutes. Clerk Vizard will look into the matter and resubmit minutes at the next City Council meeting. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the executive minutes for 2/10/25 were tabled..” (Motion: McMenimen)
Public Hearings
Wave the reading of the Ordinance: Public hearing: Accessory Dwelling Units Ordinance
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to wave the reading of the Ordinance.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to wave the reading of the Ordinance..” (Motion: Harris)
Hear from off-committee member City Solicitor Katherine Laughman
Councillor Harris made a motion to hear from off-committee member City Solicitor Katherine Laughman. The motion was approved by a voice vote.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion to hear from off-committee member City Solicitor Katherine Laughman. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Wave the reading of the Ordinance Amendment: Public hearing: Special Permits Ordinance Amendments
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to wave the reading of the Ordinance Amendment.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to wave the reading of the Ordinance Amendment..” (Motion: Harris)
Hear from off-committee member City Solicitor Katherine Laughman
Councillor Harris made a motion to hear from off-committee member City Solicitor Katherine Laughman. The motion was approved by a voice vote.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion to hear from off-committee member City Solicitor Katherine Laughman. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Move the question: Public hearing: Special Permit application for BP Third Avenue LLC at 180 Third Avenue
Councillor Harris made a motion to move the question. Roll call requested. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: LaCava, LaFauci. Absent: None. Presiding: McLaughlin. The matter was approved 12-2-0-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley, VidalNo: LaCava, LaFauciCouncil President John J. McLaughlin presided and did not vote (the minutes list him as Presiding).
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion to move the question. Roll call requested. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: LaCava, LaFauci. Absent: None. Presiding: McLaughlin. The matter was approved 12-2-0-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 10, 2025 at 7:30 p.m
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 10, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 10, 2025 at 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Harris)
Have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 24, 2025 at 7:30 p.m
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 24, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 24, 2025 at 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Harris)
Have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of April 28, 2025 at 7:30 p.m
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of April 28, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of April 28, 2025 at 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Harris)
Have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 10, 2025 at 7:30 p.m
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 10, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 10, 2025 at 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Harris)
Have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 24, 2025 at 7:30 p.m
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 24, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of March 24, 2025 at 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Harris)
Resolutions, Orders and Ordinances
Have a representative from the Municipal Parking Services (MPS) come to the Committee of the Whole to speak on the matter
Councillor Katz made a request that was approved by a voice vote to have a representative from the Municipal Parking Services (MPS) come to the Committee of the Whole to speak on the matter.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Katz made a request that was approved by a voice vote to have a representative from the Municipal Parking Services (MPS) come to the Committee of the Whole to speak on the matter..” (Motion: Katz)
Take off the table: Em Street Train Crossing Resolution
Councillor LaCava made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to take the Em Street Train Crossing Resolution off the table.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor LaCava made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to take the Em Street Train Crossing Resolution off the table..” (Motion: LaCava)
Have the Resolution amended to include the Moody Street Train Crossing
Councillor LaCava made a request that was approved by a voice vote to have the Resolution amended to include the Moody Street Train Crossing.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor LaCava made a request that was approved by a voice vote to have the Resolution amended to include the Moody Street Train Crossing..” (Motion: LaCava)
Committee Reports
Adopt the Committee of the Whole recommendation (approved): Confirmation of the re-appointment of David Joseph McGann as Constable for a...
Councillor LaCava moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: None. Presiding: McLaughlin. The matter was approved 14-0-0-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley, VidalCouncil President John J. McLaughlin presided and did not vote (the minutes list him as Presiding).
From the minutes
“Councillor LaCava moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: None. Presiding: McLaughlin. The matter was approved 14-0-0-1..” (Motion: LaCava)
Adopt the Ordinances and Rules Committee recommendation (approved): City Council accepts Section 71 of Chapter 40 of the General Laws of...
Councillor Harris moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley, Vidal and McLaughlin. Opposed: None. Absent: None. The matter was approved 15-0-0.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley, Vidal and McLaughlin. Opposed: None. Absent: None. The matter was approved 15-0-0..” (Motion: Harris)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Acceptance of a donation of $5,000 worth of car wash tickets to the public servants of...
Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call requested. In favor: Councillors, Brasco, Dunn, Hanley, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Harris, Katz, Logan. Absent: None. Presiding: McLaughlin. The matter was approved 9-5-0-1.
Yes: Brasco, Dunn, Hanley, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, McMenimen, Stanley, VidalNo: Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Harris, Katz, LoganCouncil President John J. McLaughlin presided and did not vote (the minutes list him as Presiding).
From the minutes
“Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call requested. In favor: Councillors, Brasco, Dunn, Hanley, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Harris, Katz, Logan. Absent: None. Presiding: McLaughlin. The matter was approved 9-5-0-1..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Acceptance of a Waltham Historical Calendar from Tim Kelly
Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Acceptance of a 50th Anniversary Waltham Police Book from Charles McCarthy Sr. for the...
Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Acceptance of a grant from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners in the amount...
Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Acceptance of a Grover Cronin bag from Darren Aucoin for the City Hall Museum Room
Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (filed): Council Rule 66 Midyear Budget Report
Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was filed.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was filed..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (filed): Lodging House Resolution
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Lodging house renewal at 124- 126 Ash Street for Ash Street Lodging
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Lodging house renewal at 403 River Street for Gilbere INN, LLC
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Class 2 renewal at 24-26 High Street for High Street, LLC
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Lodging house renewal at 6 Park Place for Park Place Realty Trust
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Lodging house renewal at 12- 14 Lowell Street for Middlesex Human Service...
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Grant of location at Second Avenue for NationalGrid
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council of the amended order. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council of the amended order. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Lodging house renewal at 52- 54 Bedford Street for 52-54 Bedford Street, LLC
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Lodging house renewal at 94 Adams Street for AMG Beech Road, LLC
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): A small black and gold plaque be placed on three available benches in the...
Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted. Sean Durkee and Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Tabled Items
Take off the table: Outside Dining Ordinance Amendment
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to take the matter off the table.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to take the matter off the table..” (Motion: Harris)
Second reading: Outside Dining Ordinance Amendment
Councillor Harris made a motion for a second reading of the matter. The motion was approved by voice vote.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted. Joseph P. LaCava recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion for a second reading of the matter. The motion was approved by voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Table: Outside Dining Ordinance Amendment
Councillor Harris made a motion to table the matter. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the Outside Dining Ordinance Amendment was tabled.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted. Joseph P. LaCava recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion to table the matter. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the Outside Dining Ordinance Amendment was tabled..” (Motion: Harris)
Adjourn
Councillor LaCava made a motion to adjourn. The motion was approved by a voice vote.
The minutes say the motion was approved by a voice vote, with no count or names, so MassVoter shows the result only and does not show how each councillor voted. Joseph P. LaCava and Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor LaCava made a motion to adjourn. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: LaCava)
From the Waltham City Council’s official minutes, posted by the City Clerk in the city’s Agenda Center (City Council). We check every vote against the councillors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the city’s website has no City Council photos): The Waltham Times candidate profiles, October–November 2025 — Paul Brasco, Tim King (Artie Kronenfeld), Randall LeBlanc, Emma Tzioumis, Carlos Vidal, Anthony LaFauci, Caren Dunn, John McLaughlin (Isabella Lapriore), Joey LaCava (courtesy WCAC), Paul Katz (courtesy LWV) and Robert Logan; League of Women Voters of Waltham candidate pages — Colleen Bradley-MacArthur and Bill Hanley (2023), Sean Durkee and Cathyann Harris (2021). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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