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May 21, 2019
78 recorded votes, 19 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Present: Joanne E. Campbell, Richard F. Gately, Michael P. Concannon, Lindsay E. Higgins, Robert J. Ferullo, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Mark E. Gaffney, Edward Tedesco, Michael D. Anderson
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Michael P. Concannon recused from a matter.
Every vote, in order
Regular meeting
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 to hear from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin relative to presentation of the Fiscal Year 2020 Municipal Budget
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to hear from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin relative to presentation of the Fiscal Year 2020 Municipal Budget, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to hear from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin relative to presentation of the Fiscal Year 2020 Municipal Budget, all in favor, 9-0..”
Accept the communication from His Honor the Mayor
Motion made and 2nd to accept the communication from His Honor the Mayor, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to accept the communication from His Honor the Mayor, all in favor, 9-0..”
Accept the budget and all recap sheets for the record
Motion made and 2nd to accept the budget and all recap sheets for the record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to accept the budget and all recap sheets for the record, 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..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Finance — Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to hear from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin relative to presentation of the Fiscal Year 2020...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to Committee on Finance — Order: The sum of $334,399.62 be and is hereby appropriated as so stated from Unreserved Fund Balance Acct #01-356000 $334,399.62 to Teamsters...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 9-0..”
Take the following matter out of order
Motion made and 2nd to take the following matter out of order, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the following matter out of order, all in favor, 9-0..”
Suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from Veterans Agent Larry Guiseppe
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from Veterans Agent Larry Guiseppe, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from Veterans Agent Larry Guiseppe, 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..”
The order be adopted — Order: §53A½, that the gift of a memorial honoring the five branches of the armed forces and POWs consisting of flagpoles, associated landscaping, plantings, walkways, and...
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..”
Take the following six matters out of order
Motion made and 2nd to take the following six matters out of order, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the following six matters out of order, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted — On the Order to transfer the sum of $750,000.00 from Overlay Reserve Acct to opeb Trust Fund Acct, 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 Order to transfer the sum of $275,000.00 from Fire/bls Ambulance Acct to Fire Ambulance Acct, 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 Order to accept Sections 34 of Chapter 176 of the Acts of 2011 to create local option to increase stipend paid to members of the Retirement Board,...
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 Order to accept the provisions of Sections 29 and 30 of Chapter 176 of the Acts of 2011 to increase minimum allowance paid to survivors of deceased...
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 Order to accept the provisions of Section 27 and 28 of Chapter 131 of the Acts of 2010 providing an increase to the allowances of survivors of disabled...
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 Order to accept the provisions of Section 19 of Chapter 188 of the Acts of 2010 relative to increasing the maximum base on which any cost-of-living...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 2 opposed (Mercer-Bruen, Anderson opposed).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Ferullo, Gaffney, Gately, Higgins, TedescoNo: Anderson, Mercer-Bruen
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 2 opposed (Mercer-Bruen, Anderson opposed)..”
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..”
New Petitions
The matter be received and placed on file — Petition by Blues for Veterans Assoc., p.o. Box 6, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a Special Event Permit to allow a music festival at Library Field on...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to Committee on Public Safety and Licenses — Petition by Karlen Yegoyan d/b/a Boston Xclusive, 400 TradeCenter, Suite 5900, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 to change the name of...
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 Roman Limousine, 2 Marshall Circle, Peabody, Massachusetts 01960 for approval of Livery License for a seventh livery...
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 Mongi Farid dba Logan Way, 76 Mill Street #4, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 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 NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for a grant of right in a way to install approximately 63 feet of conduit in Lexington Street...
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 NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy and Verizon New England Inc. for a grant of right in a way on Lexington Street southerly side...
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 Primrose Schools, 3664 Cedarcrest Road, Acworth, Georgia 30101 for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended,...
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..”
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 Peter Spinazola, Trustee, Anchor Realty Trust, 3 Breed Avenue, 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 Leo Realty Holdings LLC, 517 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138 for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances,...
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 Montvale Land LLC, c/o Joseph R. Tarby, III, Esquire, Murtha Cullina llp, 600 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 to amend the...
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..”
Public Hearings
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 to allow modification...
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 public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on June 4, 2019 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — On the petition by Seaver...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 4, 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 4, 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0..”
Accept and make part of the record the communication from Chris Kuschel of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council and the communication from Robert L. Nagi, pe of vhb
Motion made and 2nd to accept and make part of the record the communication from Chris Kuschel of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council and the communication from Robert L. Nagi, PE of VHB, 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 to accept and make part of the record the communication from Chris Kuschel of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council and the communication from Robert L. Nagi, PE of VHB, all in favor, 9-0..”
Accept and make part of the record the communication from Cummings Properties dated May 21, 2019
Motion made and 2nd to accept and make part of the record the communication from Cummings Properties dated May 21, 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 to accept and make part of the record the communication from Cummings Properties dated May 21, 2019, all in favor, 9-0..”
Accept and make part of the record the document entitled Proposed Conditions containing seven proposed findings and ten proposed conditions prepared by President Anderson
Motion made and 2nd to accept and make part of the record the document entitled Proposed Conditions containing seven proposed findings and ten proposed conditions prepared by President Anderson, 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 to accept and make part of the record the document entitled Proposed Conditions containing seven proposed findings and ten proposed conditions prepared by President Anderson, all in favor, 9-0..”
Amend the previously referenced set of Proposed Conditions by numbering the sentence starting "Applicant" and ending "Order of Conditions" as condition 9
Motion made and 2nd to amend the previously referenced set of Proposed Conditions by numbering the sentence starting "Applicant" and ending "Order of Conditions" as condition 9, 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 to amend the previously referenced set of Proposed Conditions by numbering the sentence starting "Applicant" and ending "Order of Conditions" as condition 9, all in favor, 9-0..”
Amend the previously referenced Proposed Conditions by changing condition 9 to condition 10
Motion made and 2nd to amend the previously referenced Proposed Conditions by changing condition 9 to condition 10, 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 to amend the previously referenced Proposed Conditions by changing condition 9 to condition 10, all in favor, 9-0..”
Add the words "(collectively, the "Site Plans)" to condition 2 after the word "Record"
Motion made and 2nd to add the words "(collectively, the "Site Plans)" to condition 2 after the word "Record", 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 to add the words "(collectively, the "Site Plans)" to condition 2 after the word "Record", all in favor, 9-0..”
Amend condition 6(iii) by striking the words "May 17" and changing to "May 20"
Motion made and 2nd to amend condition 6(iii) by striking the words "May 17" and changing to "May 20", 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 to amend condition 6(iii) by striking the words "May 17" and changing to "May 20", all in favor, 9-0..”
Amend condition 7(5)(a) to read as follows: "The existing Commerce Way unsignalized Site Driveway (North) shall be modified to allow left-turn exiting movements for commercial vehicles only from...
Motion made and 2nd to amend condition 7(5)(a) to read as follows: "The existing Commerce Way unsignalized Site Driveway (North) shall be modified to allow left-turn exiting movements for commercial vehicles only from the driveway by converting a portion the existing center median to a mountable, scored-concrete island as shown on the approved Site Plan and shall be implemented based on engineering plans to be approved by the City of Woburn's Engineering Department. The mountable scored concrete island will also allow right-turn entering movements by commercial vehicles. Left-turn entering movements from Commerce Way for all vehicle types will be prohibited consistent with current driveway restrictions. Residential and employee use of the driveway shall be restricted to right-in/right- out only, consistent with current driveway restrictions.", 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 to amend condition 7(5)(a) to read as follows: "The existing Commerce Way unsignalized Site Driveway (North) shall be modified to allow left-turn exiting movements for commercial vehicles only from the driveway by converting a portion the existing center median to a mountable, scored-concrete island as shown on the approved Site Plan and shall be implemented based on engineering plans to be approved by the City of Woburn's Engineering Department. The mountable scored concrete island will also allow right-turn entering movements by commercial vehicles. Left-turn entering movements from Commerce Way for all vehicle types will be prohibited consistent with current driveway restrictions. Residential and employee use of the driveway shall be restricted to right-in/right- out only, consistent with current driveway restrictions.", all in favor, 9-0..”
Amend condition 7(5)(b) by changing the words "six (6) months" to "four (4) months"
Motion made and 2nd to amend condition 7(5)(b) by changing the words "six (6) months" to "four (4) months", 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 to amend condition 7(5)(b) by changing the words "six (6) months" to "four (4) months", all in favor, 9-0..”
Amend condition 7(6)(a)(iv)(2) to read as follows: "specific recommendations to improve traffic operations at the various intersections immediately adjacent to the Project site (to the extent that...
Motion made and 2nd to amend condition 7(6)(a)(iv)(2) to read as follows: "specific recommendations to improve traffic operations at the various intersections immediately adjacent to the Project site (to the extent that it is determined that one or more movements are operating below a level-of-service (LOS) of "D") including", 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 to amend condition 7(6)(a)(iv)(2) to read as follows: "specific recommendations to improve traffic operations at the various intersections immediately adjacent to the Project site (to the extent that it is determined that one or more movements are operating below a level-of-service (LOS) of "D") including", all in favor, 9- 0..”
Amend condition 7(9)(a)(i) to read as follows: "Posting of $150,000 bond to ensure implementation of specific transportation mitigation identified in the Road Safety Audit and the...
Motion made and 2nd to amend condition 7(9)(a)(i) to read as follows: "Posting of $150,000 bond to ensure implementation of specific transportation mitigation identified in the Road Safety Audit and the post-construction monitoring reports. This shall be posted within six (6) months of receiving final Plan Approval and Special Permit from the City Council or prior to any work being conducted within the City roadways associated with this condition, whichever occurs first.Note that it will be the responsibility of the Applicant to implement the improvements as outlined in the Road Safety Audit and the post-construction monitoring reports. The Bond will be released once all recommended improvements have been implemented to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.', 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 to amend condition 7(9)(a)(i) to read as follows: "Posting of $150,000 bond to ensure implementation of specific transportation mitigation identified in the Road Safety Audit and the post-construction monitoring reports. This shall be posted within six (6) months of receiving final Plan Approval and Special Permit from the City Council or prior to any work being conducted within the City roadways associated with this condition, whichever occurs first.Note that it will be the responsibility of the Applicant to implement the improvements as outlined in the Road Safety Audit and the post-construction monitoring reports. The Bond will be released once all recommended improvements have been implemented to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.', all in favor, 9-0..”
Amend condition 7(9)(a)(iii) to read as follows: "A funding contribution of $50,000 to advance designs for transportation improvements identified in the Mishawum Road, Commerce Way, Washington...
Motion made and 2nd to amend condition 7(9)(a)(iii) to read as follows: "A funding contribution of $50,000 to advance designs for transportation improvements identified in the Mishawum Road, Commerce Way, Washington Street Traffic System Planning Study (the "Traffic System Planning Study") currently underway by the City of Woburn. This shall be paid within one (1) month of receiving final Plan Approval and Special Permit from the City Council.", 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 to amend condition 7(9)(a)(iii) to read as follows: "A funding contribution of $50,000 to advance designs for transportation improvements identified in the Mishawum Road, Commerce Way, Washington Street Traffic System Planning Study (the "Traffic System Planning Study") currently underway by the City of Woburn. This shall be paid within one (1) month of receiving final Plan Approval and Special Permit from the City Council.", all in favor, 9-0..”
Delete proposed condition 8, to renumber condition 9 as condition 8, and to renumber condition 10 as condition 9
Motion made and 2nd to delete proposed condition 8, to renumber condition 9 as condition 8, and to renumber condition 10 as condition 9, 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 to delete proposed condition 8, to renumber condition 9 as condition 8, and to renumber condition 10 as condition 9, all in favor, 9-0..”
Close the public hearing — On the petition by Woburn (Edens) LLC, c/o Edens 21 Custom House Street, Suite 450, Boston, Massachusetts 02110 for Plan Approval and Special Permit Approval to permit...
Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, 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 to close the public hearing, all in favor, 9-0..”
The Plan Approval and Special Permit Approval to permit the redevelopment of the existing Woburn Mall property into a mixed-use residential and commercial development in accordance 1985 Woburn...
Motion made and 2nd that the Plan Approval and Special Permit Approval to permit the redevelopment of the existing Woburn Mall property into a mixed-use residential and commercial development in accordance 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, Section 30, Subsections 30.1 and 30.2 and the applicable Woburn Mall Smart Growth Overlay District Design Standards at 300 Mishawum Road be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the seven required findings and nine conditions as further amended, 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 Plan Approval and Special Permit Approval to permit the redevelopment of the existing Woburn Mall property into a mixed-use residential and commercial development in accordance 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, Section 30, Subsections 30.1 and 30.2 and the applicable Woburn Mall Smart Growth Overlay District Design Standards at 300 Mishawum Road be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the seven required findings and nine conditions as further amended, all in favor, 9-0..”
Suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from a representative of the petitioner
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from a representative of the petitioner, 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 to suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from a representative of the petitioner, 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.
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 to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
For a three minute recess
Motion made and 2nd for a three minute recess, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd for a three minute recess, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by President Anderson, Alderman Higgins, Alderman Mercer-Bruen and Alderman Gately to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
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 public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on July 16., 2019 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances — On the petition by President Anderson,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JULY 16., 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JULY 16., 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on June 4, 2019 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances — On the petition by Tidd Home LLC, 28...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 4, 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 4, 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Lord Hobo Brewing Company, 5 Draper Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as...
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 plan be received and made part of the record
Motion made and 2nd that the plan be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the plan be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Lord Hobo Brewing Company, 5 Draper Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as...
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 public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on June 4, 2010 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — On the petition by Lord Hobo...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 4, 2010 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 4, 2010 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by jn Phillips Co
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 public hearing be closed — On the petition by jn Phillips Co
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 plan of record shall be the plan entitled "Project: 195 Wildwood Avenue, Woburn, MA" dated April 10, 2019...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1. That the plan of record shall be the plan entitled "Project: 195 Wildwood Avenue, Woburn, MA" dated April 10, 2019 prepared by Allen & Major Associates, Inc.; 2. That the Petitioner be required to file the modified Plan(s) of Record with the Office of Inspectional Services as a condition of any Special Permit; 3. That the Special Permit be issued to JN Phillips Co., Inc. and not be transferable with the exception of a transfer to an entity of which JN Phillips Co., Inc. is the primary or principal owner; 4. That all vans and trucks shall continue to be registered in the City of Woburn; 5. That a snow storage plan shall be filed with the Department of Inspectional Services; and 6. That all conditions of any prior special permits shall remain in effect unless modified herein, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1. That the plan of record shall be the plan entitled "Project: 195 Wildwood Avenue, Woburn, MA" dated April 10, 2019 prepared by Allen & Major Associates, Inc.; 2. That the Petitioner be required to file the modified Plan(s) of Record with the Office of Inspectional Services as a condition of any Special Permit; 3. That the Special Permit be issued to JN Phillips Co., Inc. and not be transferable with the exception of a transfer to an entity of which JN Phillips Co., Inc. is the primary or principal owner; 4. That all vans and trucks shall continue to be registered in the City of Woburn; 5. That a snow storage plan shall be filed with the Department of Inspectional Services; and 6. That all conditions of any prior special permits shall remain in effect unless modified herein, all in favor, 9-0..”
Take the following matter out of order
Motion made and 2nd to take the following matter out of order, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the following matter out of order, all in favor, 9-0..”
The documents be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Alderman Gately concerning the structure or structures located in the City of Woburn, County of Middlesex, Commonwealth...
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 continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on July 16, 2019 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Infrastructure and Public Lands — On the petition by...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JULY 16, 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JULY 16, 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, 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..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — ); Prepared by c.d. Calhoun & Associates, Inc.; 51 Sachem Drive, Bourne, MA 02532"; 2
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 public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on June 18, 2019 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — ); Prepared by c.d. Calhoun &...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 18, 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 18, 2019 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Ionic Materials, 10 Commerce Way, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended,...
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 public hearing be closed — On the petition by Ionic Materials, 10 Commerce Way, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, Sections 5.1.57A and 5.1.60...
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 three conditions recommended by the Planning Department be adopted as conditions of the special permit — On...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1. That the three conditions recommended by the Planning Department be adopted as conditions of the special permit, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1. That the three conditions recommended by the Planning Department be adopted as conditions of the special permit, all in favor, 9-0..”
Committee Reports — Public Safety and Licenses
The committee report be adopted — On the petitions by Kelley Towncar, Inc. and WigBig, Inc. for renewal of Livery Licenses, 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 petition by Z. Fahey Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Burlington Motors for transfer of Second Class Motor Vehicle Sales License from Abdelaziz Ilaj d/b/a Woburn...
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 — Infrastructure and Public Lands
The committee report be adopted — On the Order to authorize the Mayor to release a permanent utility easement taken pursuant to an Order of Taking for the widening of Montvale Avenue and in...
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 1989 Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, Section 2-180 relative to non-union department head salaries, committee report was received "ought...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 abstained (Campbell abstained).
Yes: Anderson, Concannon, Ferullo, Gaffney, Gately, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Campbell
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 8 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 abstained (Campbell abstained)..”
Communications and Reports
The matter be received and placed on file — A communication dated May 9, 2019 was received from Joanne Collins, Director, Woburn Council on Aging along with a copy of the Director's Reports for...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be received and placed on file — A communication dated May 14, 2019 was received from Charles O'Connor, Parking Clerk, Police Headquarters, 25 Harrison Avenue as follows: Council...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be received and placed on file — A communication dated May 3, 2019 with attachments was received from Thomas C. Quinn, Jr., Building Commissioner as follows: Re: Madison Woburn Holdings...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be received and placed on file — A communication dated April 25, 2019 with attachments was received from John W. Parson, Esq., Executive Director, Public Employee Retirement...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
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..”
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