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December 18, 2018
44 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Present: Michael D. Anderson, Richard F. Gately, Joanne E. Campbell, Lindsay E. Higgins, Michael P. Concannon, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Mark E. Gaffney, Edward Tedesco, Richard M. Haggerty
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Darlene Mercer-Bruen recused from a matter.
- Michael P. Concannon recused from a matter.
- Edward Tedesco recused from a matter.
Every vote, in order
Regular meeting
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, State Representative Jay R. Kaufman has devoted his career to public service and education as a strategic planning consultant and educator; and Whereas,...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, State Representative James J. Dwyer has devoted his career to public service; and Whereas, State Representative James J. Dwyer served as Juvenile...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Dispense with the reading of the previous meeting's Journal and to approve
VOTED to dispense with the reading of the previous meeting's Journal and to APPROVE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“VOTED to dispense with the reading of the previous meeting's Journal and to APPROVE, all in favor, 9-0..”
Mayor’s Communications
Suspend the rules for the purposes of taking the following two matters out of order
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of taking the following two matters out of order, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of taking the following two matters out of order, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special event permit be granted — Petition by Shamrock Running Club, p.o. Box 603, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a Special Event Permit to allow a road race beginning at 147 Main Street and...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special event permit be granted — Petition by James L. McKeown Boys & Girls Club, Charles Garder Lane, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a Special Event Permit to allow a fundraising plunge into...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
Public Hearings
Accept the plan entitled "Site Development Plans for Parking Expansion, 8 Presidential Way, Woburn, MA" prepared by Allen & Major Associates, Inc. revised December 4, 2018 as the plan of record
Motion made and 2nd to accept the plan entitled "Site Development Plans for Parking Expansion, 8 Presidential Way, Woburn, MA" prepared by Allen & Major Associates, Inc. revised December 4, 2018 as the plan of record, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Mercer-Bruen absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, TedescoThe journal lists Darlene Mercer-Bruen as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to accept the plan entitled "Site Development Plans for Parking Expansion, 8 Presidential Way, Woburn, MA" prepared by Allen & Major Associates, Inc. revised December 4, 2018 as the plan of record, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Mercer-Bruen absent)..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Presidential Ventures LLC, 275 Mishawum Road, 4th Floor, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit and site...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Mercer-Bruen absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, TedescoThe journal lists Darlene Mercer-Bruen as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Mercer-Bruen absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Presidential Ventures LLC, 275 Mishawum Road, 4th Floor, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit and site plan approval pursuant to 1985...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Mercer-Bruen absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, TedescoThe journal lists Darlene Mercer-Bruen as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Mercer-Bruen absent)..”
The special permit be granted, as amended with the conditions as follows: 1. That the four conditions recommended by the Planning Board be adopted as conditions of the special permit; 2. That the...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1. That the four conditions recommended by the Planning Board be adopted as conditions of the special permit; 2. That the petitioner shall file a snow storage plan with the Building Commissioner; and 3. That the dumpster shall be screened and the petitioner shall have a rodent and pest control plan, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Mercer-Bruen absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, TedescoThe journal lists Darlene Mercer-Bruen as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1. That the four conditions recommended by the Planning Board be adopted as conditions of the special permit; 2. That the petitioner shall file a snow storage plan with the Building Commissioner; and 3. That the dumpster shall be screened and the petitioner shall have a rodent and pest control plan, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Mercer-Bruen absent)..”
The documents be received and made part of the record — On the petition by President Haggerty to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by adding a new Section 30 entitled "Smart...
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the record, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Concannon absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoThe journal lists Michael P. Concannon as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the record, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Concannon absent)..”
Suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from the Planning Director
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from the Planning Director, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Concannon absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoThe journal lists Michael P. Concannon as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from the Planning Director, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Concannon absent)..”
The matter be referred to Committee on Special Permits pending receipt of a full report from DHCD — On the petition by President Haggerty to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by...
Motion made and 2nd that the matter be referred to Committee on Special Permits pending receipt of a full report from DHCD, ROLL CALL: Anderson - No, Campbell - Yes, Concannon - Absent, Gaffney - No, Gately - No, Higgins - No, Mercer- Bruen - Yes, Tedesco - No, Haggerty - No, Motion Fails.
Yes: Campbell, Mercer-BruenNo: Anderson, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, TedescoThe roll call lists Michael P. Concannon as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the matter be referred to Committee on Special Permits pending receipt of a full report from DHCD, ROLL CALL: Anderson - No, Campbell - Yes, Concannon - Absent, Gaffney - No, Gately - No, Higgins - No, Mercer- Bruen - Yes, Tedesco - No, Haggerty - No, Motion Fails..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by President Haggerty to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by adding a new Section 30 entitled "Smart Growth Overlay Districts" in...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Concannon absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoThe journal lists Michael P. Concannon as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Concannon absent)..”
Alderman Higgins made a motion to reconsider her vote to close the public hearing which was 2nd
Alderman Higgins made a motion to reconsider her vote to close the public hearing which was 2nd, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Concannon absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoThe journal lists Michael P. Concannon as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Alderman Higgins made a motion to reconsider her vote to close the public hearing which was 2nd, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Concannon absent)..” (Motion: Higgins)
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by President Haggerty to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by adding a new Section 30 entitled "Smart Growth Overlay Districts" in...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, ROLL CALL: Anderson - No, Campbell - No, Concannon - Absent, Gaffney - No, Gately - Yes, Higgins - No, Mercer-Bruen - No, Tedesco - No, Haggerty - No, Motion Fails.
Yes: GatelyNo: Anderson, Campbell, Gaffney, Haggerty, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoThe roll call lists Michael P. Concannon as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, ROLL CALL: Anderson - No, Campbell - No, Concannon - Absent, Gaffney - No, Gately - Yes, Higgins - No, Mercer-Bruen - No, Tedesco - No, Haggerty - No, Motion Fails..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on January 8, 2019 — On the petition by President Haggerty to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JANUARY 8, 2019, all in favor, 9-0.
The journal says Michael P. Concannon was out of this matter (recused from this matter), but the count (9-0) includes every member present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JANUARY 8, 2019, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Seaver Properties LLC, 215 Lexington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit and site plan approval...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The documents be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Seaver Properties LLC, 215 Lexington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit and site plan approval...
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Seaver Properties LLC, 215 Lexington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit and site plan approval pursuant to 1985 Woburn...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special permit be granted, as amended with the conditions as follows: 1. That the 29 proposed conditions, as further amended, be adopted as conditions of the special permit, and 2. That...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1. That the 29 proposed conditions, as further amended, be adopted as conditions of the special permit, and 2. That proposed Condition 13 be amended to read as follows: 13. During construction, the Petitioner shall conform to all local, state and federal laws regarding noise, vibration, and dust and blocking of City roads. The Petitioner shall at all times use all reasonable means to minimize inconvenience to residents in the general area. Except in the event of an emergency, exterior construction and exterior construction activities shall not commence before 7:00 a.m. and shall not continue beyond 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and not before 8:00 a.m. or continue beyond 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays. There shall be no work on the site on any Sunday or state or federal holiday recognized by the city of Woburn. Interior construction that does not generate excessive noise may occur on weeknight evenings. For this condition, construction activities shall include, but not be limited to: start-up of equipment or machinery, delivery of building materials and supplies; removal of trees; grubbing; clearing; grading; filling; excavating; import or export of earth materials; installation of utilities both on and off the site; demolition of existing structures; removal of stumps and debris; and the erection of new structures, 6 in favor, 3 opposed (Anderson, Campbell, Mercer-Bruen opposed), 0
Yes: Concannon, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, TedescoNo: Anderson, Campbell, Mercer-Bruen
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1. That the 29 proposed conditions, as further amended, be adopted as conditions of the special permit, and 2. That proposed Condition 13 be amended to read as follows: 13. During construction, the Petitioner shall conform to all local, state and federal laws regarding noise, vibration, and dust and blocking of City roads. The Petitioner shall at all times use all reasonable means to minimize inconvenience to residents in the general area. Except in the event of an emergency, exterior construction and exterior construction activities shall not commence before 7:00 a.m. and shall not continue beyond 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and not before 8:00 a.m. or continue beyond 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays. There shall be no work on the site on any Sunday or state or federal holiday recognized by the city of Woburn. Interior construction that does not generate excessive noise may occur on weeknight evenings. For this condition, construction activities shall include, but not be limited to: start-up of equipment or machinery, delivery of building materials and supplies; removal of trees; grubbing; clearing; grading; filling; excavating; import or export of earth materials; installation of utilities both on and off the site; demolition of existing structures; removal of stumps and debris; and the erection of new structures, 6 in favor, 3 opposed (Anderson, Campbell, Mercer-Bruen opposed), 0 absent..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless for a grant of right in a way to locate a small cell wireless antenna, radio unit, meter, ac/dc...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Edward Tedesco as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Tedesco absent)..”
The grant of right in A way be approved, as amended with the conditions as follows: That a new utility pole shall be installed in place of the current utility pole, that the equipment on the...
Motion made and 2nd that the GRANT OF RIGHT IN A WAY be APPROVED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: That a new utility pole shall be installed in place of the current utility pole, that the equipment on the current utility pole shall be moved to the new utility pole, that the current utility pole shall be removed within sixty days after the installation of the new utility pole, and that the equipment of the petitioner shall not be activated until the current utility pole is removed, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Gaffney, Gately, Haggerty, Higgins, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Edward Tedesco as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the GRANT OF RIGHT IN A WAY be APPROVED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: That a new utility pole shall be installed in place of the current utility pole, that the equipment on the current utility pole shall be moved to the new utility pole, that the current utility pole shall be removed within sixty days after the installation of the new utility pole, and that the equipment of the petitioner shall not be activated until the current utility pole is removed, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 absent (Tedesco absent)..”
Committee Reports — Public Safety and Licenses
The committee report be adopted — On the petitions for renewal of First Class Motor Vehicle Licenses by c.n. Wood Company, Inc.; Woodco Machinery, Inc.; Gordon Colonial, Inc. dba Colonial...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted — On the petitions for renewal of Second Class Motor Vehicle Licenses by Robert McSheffrey dba Bob McSheffrey Auto Sales; Kenneth L. O'Connor and Thomas F. Norton...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted — On the petitions for renewal of Second Class Motor Vehicle Licenses by Jeffrey Pollock dba Exclusive Automobiles, committee report was received "ought to pass...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted — On the petitions for renewal of Second Class Motor Vehicle Licenses by Oliver M. McDermottroe and Bridget McDermottroe dba McDermottroe Auto Sales, committee...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted — On the petition for renewal of Third Class Motor Vehicle Sales License by Woburn Truck and Auto, Inc., committee report was received "ought to pass."
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Committee Reports — Ordinances
The committee report be adopted — On the Order to amend the 1989 Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, Title 15, Section 15- 5 Building Permit Fees and Section 15-27 relative to fees, committee...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted, as amended — On the Order to amend the 1989 Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, Title 2 by deleting Article xvi Data Processing Department and adding a new Article...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, AS AMENDED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, AS AMENDED, all in favor, 9-0..”
New Petitions
The matter be referred to Committee on Public Safety and Licenses — Petitions for renewal of Second Class Motor Vehicle Sales Licenses by act Leasing Inc., 215 Salem Street; Anchor Auto Sales,...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to Committee on Public Safety and Licenses — Petition by Kelley Towncar, Inc., 888 Main Street #3 for renewal of a Livery License
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Hancock Associates, 34 Chelmsford Street, Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824 for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by 5 Hancock Street LLC, Michael Dupuis, Manager, 636 Main Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by tc Systems Inc., 51 Webb Place, Suite 110, Dover, New Hampshire 03820 for a Grant of Right in a Way to install approximately 100 linear feet...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by tc Systems Inc., 51 Webb Place, Suite 110, Dover, New Hampshire 03820 for a Grant of Right in a Way to install approximately 360 linear feet...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: The City Engineer provide an update to the City Council on the status of the Montvale widening construction project by the next regular meeting of the City...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be placed on file — Resolve: A communication be sent to Madison Properties requesting they attend a special permits meeting on Monday, January 14, 2019 for a project update including a...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0..”
Suspend the rules for the purpose of adding the following late filed matters to the Order of the Day
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purpose of adding the following late filed matters to the Order of the Day, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purpose of adding the following late filed matters to the Order of the Day, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to Committee on Public Safety and Licenses — Petition for renewal of First Class Motor Vehicle Sales License by Woburn Foreign Motors, Inc., 394 Washington Street
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The order be adopted — Order: A communication be forwarded to the City Solicitor requesting an opinion regarding the acceptance of the roadway referred to as Tower Office Park Drive as a public...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
Adjourn
Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 9-0..”
From the Woburn City Council’s official journals (its minutes), posted on the city’s Minutes & Agendas page (City Council). We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the city’s website has no councilor photos): Robert Toro, Joseph Demers (courtesy of each), Jeffrey Dillon, Lou DiMambro and Charles Viola from Woburn Patch (2019–2023); Yano Amara (December 31, 2025) and Darlene Mercer-Bruen (July 23, 2021, captioned group photo, cropped) from the Daily Times Chronicle; William Pappalardo and Robert Ferullo cropped from the Daily Times Chronicle’s captioned 2026 City Council photo (January 7, 2026). Former councilors show initials.
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