MassVoter.com← Waltham City CouncilWaltham City Council · 2024–2025 Council · Regular meeting
April 28, 2025
44 recorded votes, 44 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, 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: Thomas M. Stanley
During the meeting:
- Joseph P. LaCava recused from the vote on: Tables & Chairs permit at 458-470 Moody Street for RASSA.
- Joseph P. LaCava recused from the vote on: Tables & Chairs permit at 419 Moody Street for Common Good Co.
- Joseph P. LaCava recused from the vote on: Tables & Chairs permit at 474 Moody Street for Tempo.
- Joseph P. LaCava recused from the vote on: Tables & Chairs permit at 475 Moody Street for Little India Restaurant.
- Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from the vote on: A small black and gold plaque be placed on one of the benches at 200 Trapelo Road in the field area for.
- Randall J. LeBlanc recused from the vote on: 17-25 at 64-66 Orange Street for Lydia Santangelo, Trustee and owner.
- Paul J. Brasco recused from the vote on: 17-25 at 64-66 Orange Street for Lydia Santangelo, Trustee and owner.
Every vote, in order
Approve the regular meeting minutes of 4/14/25
Councillor LaCava moved approval of the regular meeting minutes of 4/14/25. 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 4/14/25. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: LaCava)
Suspend Rule 8 to take the Resolution Honoring Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra on the Occasion of Their 40th Anniversary out of order
Councillor Katz rose and moved to suspend Rule 8 to take the Resolution Honoring Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra on the Occasion of Their 40th Anniversary out of order. 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 Katz rose and moved to suspend Rule 8 to take the Resolution Honoring Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra on the Occasion of Their 40th Anniversary out of order. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Katz)
Suspend Rule 9 to hear from off committee members
Councillor Katz made a motion that was approved by voice vote to suspend Rule 9 to hear from off committee members.
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 motion that was approved by voice vote to suspend Rule 9 to hear from off committee members..” (Motion: Katz)
Suspend rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference
Councillor Katz moved to suspend rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference. 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.
From the minutes
“Councillor Katz moved to suspend rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference. The motion was approved by voice vote..” (Motion: Katz)
Approve: Resolution Honoring Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra on the Occasion of Their 40th Anniversary
Councillor Katz moved for approval. The motion was adopted by voice vote and the Resolution Honoring Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra on the Occasion of Their 40th Anniversary 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 Katz moved for approval. The motion was adopted by voice vote and the Resolution Honoring Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra on the Occasion of Their 40th Anniversary was approved..” (Motion: Katz)
Public Hearings
Have the public hearing be continued to a date and time certain of May 27, 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 May 27, 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 May 27, 2025 at 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Harris)
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 May 27, 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 May 27, 2025 at 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Harris)
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 May 27, 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 May 27, 2025 at 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Harris)
Communications from the Mayor
Suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference: Appropriation in the amount of $650 from the Unreserved Fund Balance to the City...
Councillor LaFauci moved to suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference 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 LaFauci moved to suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference the motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Approve: Appropriation in the amount of $650 from the Unreserved Fund Balance to the City Council Ritcey Award account
Councillor LaFauci moved approval. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the appropriation 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 approval. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the appropriation was approved..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Resolutions, Orders and Ordinances
Adopt the Ordinances and Rules Committee recommendation (approved): Extension of time for special permit (Order # 31842) PD Winter Street, LLC at...
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 and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The extension of time for was approved 13-0-1-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, VidalCouncil President John J. McLaughlin presided and did not vote (the minutes list him as Presiding).
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 and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The extension of time for was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: in the amount of $8,500.00 for the student...
Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: in the amount of $2,900.00 for the Senior...
Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Acceptance of a Waltham Pocket Watch and Waltham wristwatch from Carol Watts for the City...
Councillor LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 LaFauci moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Tables & Chairs permit at 458-470 Moody Street for RASSA
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Tables & Chairs permit at 419 Moody Street for Common Good Co
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Tables & Chairs permit at 474 Moody Street for Tempo
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Tables & Chairs permit at 475 Moody Street for Little India Restaurant
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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. Joseph P. LaCava recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Grant of Location at 1131-1133 Main Street for Eversource
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Grant of Location at Linden Street and Waverly Oaks Road for NationalGrid
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Fuel Storage License at 1601 Trapelo Road for BXP-BP Reservoir Place LLC,
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted 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 one of the benches at 200...
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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. Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Authorization to grant Charles River Canoe & Kayak a Section 10A permit to...
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Secondhand Dealers renewal application at 681 Main Street for Finely Find...
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Secondhand Dealers renewal application at 100 River Street for Four Jwaze LLC
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Secondhand Dealers renewal application at 322 Moody Street for Opus Tiger...
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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 Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved.” (Motion: Vidal)
Act collectively on items numbered 13 – 19: Secondhand Dealers renewal application at 322 Moody Street for Opus Tiger Thrift
Councillor Vidal made a motion to act collectively on items numbered 13 – 19. The motion was approved by a voice vote to act collectively on items 13-19
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 made a motion to act collectively on items numbered 13 – 19. The motion was approved by a voice vote to act collectively on items 13-19.” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Secondhand Dealers renewal application at 322 Moody Street for Opus Tiger...
Councillor Vidal moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council on items 13-19. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matters 13-19 were 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 that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council on items 13-19. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matters 13-19 were approved..” (Motion: Vidal)
Adopt the Public Works and Public Safety Committee recommendation (approved): 17-25 at 64-66 Orange Street for Lydia Santangelo, Trustee and owner
Councillor Dunn moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. 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. Randall J. LeBlanc and Paul J. Brasco recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Dunn moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the matter was approved..” (Motion: Dunn)
Tabled Items
Take off the table: Special Permit 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)
Third and final reading: Special Permit Ordinance Amendment
Councillor Harris moved for a 3rd and final reading of the matter. Roll Call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance Amendment was approved 13-0-1-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, VidalCouncil President John J. McLaughlin presided and did not vote (the minutes list him as Presiding).
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris moved for a 3rd and final reading of the matter. Roll Call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance Amendment was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Suspend Rule 8 to take a matter out of order
Councillor Harris moved to suspend Rule 8 to take a matter out of order. 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 moved to suspend Rule 8 to take a matter out of order. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Suspend Rule 9 to hear from off committee members Attorney Katherine Laughman, Waltham Fire Chief Andre Mullin, Waltham Police Chief Kevin...
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to suspend Rule 9 to hear from off committee members Attorney Katherine Laughman, Waltham Fire Chief Andre Mullin, Waltham Police Chief Kevin O’Connell and Traffic Engineer Michael Garvin.
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 suspend Rule 9 to hear from off committee members Attorney Katherine Laughman, Waltham Fire Chief Andre Mullin, Waltham Police Chief Kevin O’Connell and Traffic Engineer Michael Garvin..” (Motion: Harris)
Have Mayor Jeannette McCarthy come into the meeting
Councillor Harris made a request that was approved by a voice vote to have Mayor Jeannette McCarthy come into the meeting.
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 request that was approved by a voice vote to have Mayor Jeannette McCarthy come into the meeting..” (Motion: Harris)
Recommit the matter to the Ordinances and Rule Committee: Amendment to Chapter 17 of General Ordinance to add Section 17-85 Regulation of On...
Councillor Harris moved to recommit the matter to the Ordinances and Rule Committee. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was recommitted to the Ordinances and Rules Committee.
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 moved to recommit the matter to the Ordinances and Rule Committee. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was recommitted to the Ordinances and Rules Committee..” (Motion: Harris)
Take off the table: Ordinance Amendment of Chapter 1 of the General Ordinances of the City of Waltham entitled, “Enforcement of Noise Pollution”...
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: Ordinance Amendment of Chapter 1 of the General Ordinances of the City of Waltham entitled, “Enforcement of Noise Pollution”...
Councillor Harris moved for a 2nd reading of the matter. 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 moved for a 2nd reading of the matter. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
T able the matter: Ordinance Amendment of Chapter 1 of the General Ordinances of the City of Waltham entitled, “Enforcement of Noise Pollution”...
Councillor Harris moved to t able the matter. 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 moved to t able the matter. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Take off the table: Ordinance Amendment of Chapter 10 of the General Ordinances of the City of Waltham entitled, “Noise Pollution” (first reading...
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: Ordinance Amendment of Chapter 10 of the General Ordinances of the City of Waltham entitled, “Noise Pollution” (first reading 4/14/25)
Councillor Harris moved for a 2nd reading of the matter. 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 moved for a 2nd reading of the matter. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Table: Ordinance Amendment of Chapter 10 of the General Ordinances of the City of Waltham entitled, “Noise Pollution” (first reading 4/14/25)
Councillor Harris moved to table the matter. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was tabled on the Council floor.
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 moved to table the matter. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was tabled on the Council floor..” (Motion: Harris)
Take off the table: ADU (second reading 4/14/25)
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)
Third and final reading: ADU (second reading 4/14/25)
Councillor Harris moved for a 3rd and final reading. Roll Call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The matter was approved 13-0-1-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, VidalCouncil President John J. McLaughlin presided and did not vote (the minutes list him as Presiding).
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris moved for a 3rd and final reading. Roll Call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The matter was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Adjourn
Councillor Harris 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.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion to adjourn. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
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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