MassVoter.com← Waltham City CouncilWaltham City Council · 2024–2025 Council · Regular meeting
August 4, 2025
46 recorded votes, 46 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
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:
- Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from the vote on: Loan authorization in the amount of $2,904,575 for the abatement and demolition of three buildings and.
- Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from the vote on: Loan in the amount of $6,420,000 for the exterior renovations to the Howe & Administration Buildings.
Every vote, in order
Approve the regular City Council meeting minutes of 6/23/2025
Councillor Brasco moved approval of the edited regular City Council meeting minutes of 6/23/2025. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the minutes were approved.
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From the minutes
“Councillor Brasco moved approval of the edited regular City Council meeting minutes of 6/23/2025. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the minutes were approved..” (Motion: Brasco)
Approve the Special City Council meeting minutes of 7/16/2025
Councillor Brasco moved approval of the Special City Council meeting minutes of 7/16/2025. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the minutes 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 Brasco moved approval of the Special City Council meeting minutes of 7/16/2025. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the minutes were approved..” (Motion: Brasco)
Public Hearings
Suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without Committee reference: Public hearing: Secondhand Dealers License at 709 Main Street for Reclaim Chic...
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: Public hearing: Secondhand Dealers License at 709 Main Street for Reclaim Chic dba Re/Chic
Councillor LaFauci moved approval. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the Secondhand Dealers License at 709 Main Street for Reclaim Chic dba Re/Chic 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 approved by a voice vote and the Secondhand Dealers License at 709 Main Street for Reclaim Chic dba Re/Chic was approved..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Close the public hearing: Public hearing: Modification of Special Permit Application at 196 Bear Hill Road for Uma Flowers Waltham LLC
Councillor Harris made a motion to close the public hearing. 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 close the public hearing. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Recess the public hearing until a date certain of September 22, 2025 at 7:30 p.m
Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to recess the public hearing until a date certain of September 22, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
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From the minutes
“Councillor Harris made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to recess the public hearing until a date certain of September 22, 2025 at 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Harris)
Resolutions, Orders and Ordinances
Approve: Martin & Flora Appel 50th Wedding Anniversary Resolution
Councillor Logan moved approval. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the Martin & Flora Appel 50th Wedding Anniversary Resolution was approved.
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From the minutes
“Councillor Logan moved approval. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the Martin & Flora Appel 50th Wedding Anniversary Resolution was approved..” (Motion: Logan)
Tabled Items
Take off the table: Floodplains and Floodways Draft Ordinance
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: Floodplains and Floodways Draft Ordinance
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.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris moved for a second reading. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Suspend Rule 45 for a third and final reading: Floodplains and Floodways Draft Ordinance
Councillor Harris moved to suspend Rule 45 for a third 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 Ordinance 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 to suspend Rule 45 for a third 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 Ordinance was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Take off the table: Loan authorization in the amount of $2,904,575 for the abatement and demolition of three buildings and related expenses
Councillor Vidal 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. Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Vidal made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to take the matter off the table..” (Motion: Vidal)
Second and final reading: Loan authorization in the amount of $2,904,575 for the abatement and demolition of three buildings and related expenses
Councillor Harris moved for a second and final reading. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Recused: McMenimen. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance was approved 12-0-1-1-1.
Yes: Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, VidalCouncil President John J. McLaughlin presided and did not vote (the minutes list him as Presiding). Kathleen B. McMenimen recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris moved for a second and final reading. Roll call required. In favor: Councillors Bradley-MacArthur, Brasco, Dunn, Durkee, Hanley, Harris, Katz, LaCava, LaFauci, LeBlanc, Logan, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Recused: McMenimen. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance was approved 12-0-1-1-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Take off the table: Loan authorization totaling $2,861,967 for street resurfacing
Councillor LaFauci 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 LaFauci made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to take the matter off the table..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Second and final reading: Loan authorization totaling $2,861,967 for street resurfacing
Councillor LaFauci moved for a second 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 Ordinance 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 LaFauci moved for a second 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 Ordinance was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Take off the table: Compensation Ordinance Amendment for the Program Coordinator for the Council on Aging Administrative Assistant for $3000, the...
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: Compensation Ordinance Amendment for the Program Coordinator for the Council on Aging Administrative Assistant for $3000, the...
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.
From the minutes
“Councillor Harris moved for a second reading. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Suspend Rule 45 for a third and final reading: Compensation Ordinance Amendment for the Program Coordinator for the Council on Aging...
Councillor Harris moved to suspend Rule 45 for a third 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 Ordinance 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 to suspend Rule 45 for a third 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 Ordinance was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Committee Reports
Adopt the Long Term Debt & Capital Planning Committee recommendation (approved for a 1st reading): Loan in the amount of $6,420,000 for the...
Councillor Durkee 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. Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Durkee moved that the action of the Committee be the action of the Council. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Durkee)
Table: Loan in the amount of $6,420,000 for the exterior renovations to the Howe & Administration Buildings located at 200 Trapelo Road
Councillor Durkee moved to table the matter on the Council floor. 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. Kathleen B. McMenimen recused from this item.
From the minutes
“Councillor Durkee moved to table the matter on the Council floor. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was tabled on the Council floor..” (Motion: Durkee)
Adopt the Long Term Debt & Capital Planning Committee recommendation (approved): Allocation of CPA funds for structural repairs at 88 Lexington...
Councillor McMenimen 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 McMenimen 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: McMenimen)
Adopt the Public Works and Public Safety Committee recommendation (approved with conditions): Street Opening at 75 Greer Street for Scott Douglas...
Councillor LeBlanc 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 with conditions.
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 LeBlanc 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 with conditions..” (Motion: LeBlanc)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Secondhand Dealers License at 88 Maple Street for La Boutiqua
Councillor Logan 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 Logan 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: Logan)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Secondhand Dealers License at 16 Elm Street for Big Dawg Sports Cards
Councillor Logan 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 Logan 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: Logan)
Adopt the Licenses and Franchises Committee recommendation (approved): Grant of Location at Grant Street for Eversource
Councillor Logan 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 with conditions.
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 Logan 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 with conditions..” (Motion: Logan)
Adopt the Ordinances and Rules Committee recommendation (filed): Mayor’s Traffic Ordinance
Councillor Harris 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 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 Harris 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 filed..” (Motion: Harris)
Adopt the Ordinances and Rules Committee recommendation (approved): Special Permit at 196 Bear Hill Road for Uma Flowers Waltham LLC
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 Ordinance 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 Ordinance was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Adopt the Ordinances and Rules Committee recommendation (approved for a first reading): Acceptance of a draft ordinance for regulating...
Councillor Harris 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 Harris 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: Harris)
The matter be tabled on the Council floor: Acceptance of a draft ordinance for regulating Cryptocurrency ATMs
Councillor Harris moved that the matter be tabled on the Council floor. 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 that the matter be tabled on the Council floor. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the matter was tabled on the Council floor..” (Motion: Harris)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Acceptance of the State 911 Department Training Grant (renewal) in the amount of $123,462.96
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 the State 911 Department Support and Incentive Grant Program for E911...
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 the State 911 Dept
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 grant in the amount of $8,500 from the Massachusetts Councils on Aging...
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): A transfer of traffic funds totaling $9,700 to purchase a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon...
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): Approval of existing funds totaling $646,305 for a water service replacement project to...
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 for a first reading): Approval of a loan authorization of $6,753,695 for a water service...
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 for a first reading.
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 for a first reading..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Table: Approval of a loan authorization of $6,753,695 for a water service replacement project to remove lead gooseneck connections within the City
Councillor LaFauci made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to table the matter 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 LaFauci made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to table the matter on the Council floor..” (Motion: LaFauci)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Transfer of funds totaling $20,000 to add a flashing yellow arrow (four section head) on...
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): Transfer of funds in the amount of $165,000 to upgrade the Microsoft Office applications...
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)
Suspend Rule 41 and 42: Confirmation of the appointment of Emily Izzo as Assistant City Solicitor for a two-year term
Councillor LaCava moved to suspend Rule 41 and 42. 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 LaCava moved to suspend Rule 41 and 42. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: LaCava)
Suspend Rule 39 to act without Committee reference: Confirmation of the appointment of Emily Izzo as Assistant City Solicitor for a two-year term
Councillor LaCava moved to suspend Rule 39 to act 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 LaCava moved to suspend Rule 39 to act without Committee reference. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: LaCava)
Adopt the Committee of the Whole recommendation (approved): Confirmation of the appointment of Emily Izzo as Assistant City Solicitor 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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance 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 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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: LaCava)
Adopt the Committee of the Whole recommendation (approved): Easement from 2Life Ground Lessor LLC and 2Life Leland LLC to the City of Waltham
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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance 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 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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: LaCava)
Adopt the Committee of the Whole recommendation (approved): Reappointment of CPC at-large member for the current fiscal year; Erika Oliver Jerram
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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance 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 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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: LaCava)
Adopt the Committee of the Whole recommendation (approved): Reappointment of CPC at-large member for the current fiscal year; Loretta McClary
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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance 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 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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: LaCava)
Adopt the Committee of the Whole recommendation (approved): Reappointment of CPC at-large member for the current fiscal year; Amanda Thibodeau
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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance 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 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, and Vidal. Opposed: None. Absent: Stanley. Presiding: McLaughlin. The Ordinance was approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: LaCava)
Adjourn
Councillor McMenimen 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 McMenimen made a motion to adjourn. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: McMenimen)
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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