MassVoter.com← Waltham City CouncilWaltham City Council · 2024–2025 Council · Regular meeting
November 24, 2025
20 recorded votes, 20 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
Every vote, in order
Suspend Rule 8 to take the Samuel M. Shriberg Resolution out of the order
Councillor Katz made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to suspend Rule 8 to take the Samuel M. Shriberg Resolution out of the order.
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 a voice vote to suspend Rule 8 to take the Samuel M. Shriberg Resolution out of the order..” (Motion: Katz)
Suspend Rule 9 to hear from off committee members
Councillor Katz made a motion that was approved by a 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 a 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 made a motion that was approved by a voice vote to suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without committee reference.
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 a voice vote to suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without committee reference..” (Motion: Katz)
Approve: Resolution. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the Samuel M. Shriberg Resolution
Councillor Katz move to approve the Resolution. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the Samuel M. Shriberg 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 Katz move to approve the Resolution. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the Samuel M. Shriberg Resolution was approved..” (Motion: Katz)
Approve the regular City Council meeting minutes of 11/10/2025
Councillor LaCava moved approval of the regular City Council meeting minutes of 11/10/2025. 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 LaCava moved approval of the regular City Council meeting minutes of 11/10/2025. The motion was adopted by a voice vote and the minutes were approved..” (Motion: LaCava)
Committee Reports
Adopt the Committee of the Whole recommendation (sent to the full Council and referred to the Ordinances and Rules): Flock Camera Resolution
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.
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 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): Time extension for Special Permit Order #37570, #34994 and #35737 at 305...
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. 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. Approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Adopt the Finance Committee recommendation (approved): Acceptance of an award of $60,985 to support the Waltham Police Department FY26 Municipal...
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): Grant of location for Nationalgrid at Felton Street and adjacent streets
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 for Nationalgrid at Hall Street and Taylor Street
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): Fortune Teller license renewal at 12 Sartell Road for James Spanks
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 license renewal at 709 Main Street for Reclaim Chic dba...
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): Extended hours license renewal at 591 Moody Street for Samdough Inc
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): Extended hours license renewal at 881 Moody Street for Burger King #370
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): Extended hours license renewal at 573 Main Street for J&T Shun Lai, Inc....
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): Class 2 renewal at 712 Moody Street for Waltham Auto Gallery
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): Lodging house renewal at 52- 54 Bedford Street for 52-54 Bedford Street 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)
Suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without committee reference: Extension of time for Order # 36442 for BP 103 Fourth Avenue LLC at 103 Fourth...
Councillor Harris 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 Harris moved to suspend Rule 39 to act on the matter without committee reference. The motion was approved by a voice vote..” (Motion: Harris)
Approve: Extension of time for Order # 36442 for BP 103 Fourth Avenue LLC at 103 Fourth Avenue
Councillor Harris moved approval 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. 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 approval 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. Approved 13-0-1-1..” (Motion: Harris)
Tabled Items
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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