MassVoter.com← Waltham City CouncilWaltham City Council · 2024–2025 Council · Regular meeting
June 9, 2025
27 recorded votes, 27 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Present: Colleen Bradley-MacArthur, Randall J. LeBlanc, Kathleen B. McMenimen, Thomas M. Stanley, Carlos A. Vidal, Anthony LaFauci, Bill Hanley, John J. McLaughlin, Joseph P. LaCava, Sean Durkee, Paul S. Katz, Cathyann Harris, Robert G. Logan
Absent: Paul J. Brasco, Caren Dunn
Every vote, in order
Suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference: Acceptance of a draft ordinance for Floodplains and Floodways
Councillor Harris moved to suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference. The motion was approved by a voice vote.
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From the minutes
“Councillor Harris moved to suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Clerk Vizard schedule a joint hearing with the Board of Survey and Planning
Councillor Harris made a request to Clerk Vizard schedule a joint hearing with the Board of Survey and Planning. 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 request to Clerk Vizard schedule a joint hearing with the Board of Survey and Planning. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Table: Acceptance of a draft ordinance for Floodplains and Floodways
Councillor Harris moved to table the matter. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the draft ordinance for Floodplains and Floodways 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 draft ordinance for Floodplains and Floodways was tabled on the Council Floor..” (Motion: Harris)
Table: Acceptance a confidential communication regarding 66 Brewster Road
Councillor Hanley made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to table this matter until the end of 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 Hanley made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to table this matter until the end of the meeting..” (Motion: Hanley)
Resolutions, Orders and Ordinances
Suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without committee reference: Waltham at Bunker Hill Resolution
Councillor Durkee 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 Durkee moved to suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without committee reference. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Durkee)
Approve: Waltham at Bunker Hill Resolution
Councillor Durkee moved approval. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the Waltham at Bunker Hill Resolution was approved.
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“Councillor Durkee moved approval. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the Waltham at Bunker Hill Resolution was approved..” (Motion: Durkee)
Suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without committee reference: 250th Anniversary of the United States Army June 14, 1775 Resolution
Councillor Durkee 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 Durkee moved to suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without committee reference. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Durkee)
Approve: 250th Anniversary of the United States Army June 14, 1775 Resolution
Councillor Durkee moved approval. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the Waltham at Bunker Hill Resolution 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 Durkee moved approval. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the Waltham at Bunker Hill Resolution was approved..” (Motion: Durkee)
Committee Reports
Adopt the Committee of the Whole recommendation (approved): Resolution for Waltham Pride Day 2025
Councillor LaCava 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.
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“Councillor LaCava 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: LaCava)
Adopt the Ordinances and Rules Committee recommendation (approved): Extension of Time for Order # 36287 for King First West Owner, LLC at 55 First...
Councillor Harris moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Brasco, Dunn. Presiding: McLaughlin. Approved 12-0-2-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, 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 Harris moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Brasco, Dunn. Presiding: McLaughlin. Approved 12-0-2-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Adopt the Ordinances and Rules Committee recommendation (approved): Zoning Amendment for marijuana retail hours and days and to allow ownership to...
Councillor Harris 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 Harris moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Suspend Rule 45 to have a third and final reading: Zoning Amendment for marijuana retail hours and days and to allow ownership to be transferrable
Councillor Harris moved to suspend Rule 45 to have a third and final reading. 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 45 to have a third and final reading. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Approve: Zoning Amendment for marijuana retail hours and days and to allow ownership to be transferrable
Councillor Harris moved for approval of the matter. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Brasco, Dunn. Presiding: McLaughlin. Approved 12-0-2-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, 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 Harris moved for approval of the matter. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, Stanley and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Brasco, Dunn. Presiding: McLaughlin. Approved 12-0-2-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): An appropriation for $181,500 to relocate the Waltham Schools Facilities Department from...
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.
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“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): An appropriation for $812,688 to fund numerous department requests for minor capital items...
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.
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“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): Trust Agreement for the Joseph and Harriet N. Kingsbury Temperance Scholarship Trust
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.
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“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): Class Two License for Global Lease Group Co. at 260 Bear Hill Road
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): Approval of the Mayor’s recommendation that a plaque be erected at the...
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.
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“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 Moody Street and Carter 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.
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“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 committee recommendation: Community Preservation Committee requested for funds in the amount of $2,842,612.00 to be allocated from the...
Councillor McMenimen moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Brasco, Dunn, Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. Approved 11-0-3-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, VidalThe roll call lists Thomas M. Stanley as absent for this vote; left out of it. Council President John J. McLaughlin presided and did not vote (the minutes list him as Presiding).
From the minutes
“Councillor McMenimen moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Brasco, Dunn, Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. Approved 11-0-3-1..” (Motion: McMenimen)
Tabled Items
Take off the table: City Ordinance for Building Inspections Department
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to take the matter off the table.
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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: City Ordinance for Building Inspections Department
Councillor Harris moved for a second reading. 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.
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“Councillor Harris moved for a second reading. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Table: City Ordinance for Building Inspections Department
Councilor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to table 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
“Councilor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to table the matter..” (Motion: Harris)
Take off the table: Mayor’s communication regarding 66 Brewster Road
Councillor Hanley made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to take the Mayor’s communication regarding 66 Brewster Road 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.
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“Councillor Hanley made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to take the Mayor’s communication regarding 66 Brewster Road off the table..” (Motion: Hanley)
Go into executive session (66 Brewster Road)
Councillor Hanley made a motion to go into Executive session regarding 66 Brewster Road. Roll Call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Brasco, Dunn, Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The special permit was approved 11-0-3-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen, VidalThe roll call lists Thomas M. Stanley as absent for this vote; left out of it. Council President John J. McLaughlin presided and did not vote (the minutes list him as Presiding).
From the minutes
“Councillor Hanley made a motion to go into Executive session regarding 66 Brewster Road. Roll Call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, McMenimen and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Brasco, Dunn, Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The special permit was approved 11-0-3-1..” (Motion: Hanley)
Table: Mayor’s Communication regarding 66 Brewster Road
Councillor Hanley made a motion to table the Mayor’s Communication regarding 66 Brewster Road. 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 Hanley made a motion to table the Mayor’s Communication regarding 66 Brewster Road. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was tabled on the Council floor..” (Motion: Hanley)
Adjourn
Councillor Hanley 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 Hanley made a motion to adjourn. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Hanley)
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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