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January 21, 2020
41 recorded votes, 26 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The roll call marks Richard F. Gately and Edward Tedesco absent.
Present: Joanne E. Campbell, Michael P. Concannon, Lindsay E. Higgins, Jeffrey P. Dillon, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Robert J. Ferullo, Michael D. Anderson
Absent: Richard F. Gately, Edward Tedesco
During the meeting:
- Lindsay E. Higgins arrived after the meeting began (the roll call marks Lindsay E. Higgins “late”).
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, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“VOTED to dispense with the reading of the previous meeting's Journal and to APPROVE, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
Mayor’s Communications
The matter be referred to Committee on Ordinances — A communication dated January 16, 2020 with attachments was received from His Honor the Mayor as follows: Dear President Anderson and Council...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
Suspend the rules for the purposes of taking the following matter out of order
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of taking the following matter out of order, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of taking the following matter out of order, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by President Anderson (by request) to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, Sections 23.1, 23.3.3.5.f, 23.5.5.2.a, 23.7 and Section 2...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The order be adopted — On the petition by President Anderson (by request) to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, Sections 23.1, 23.3.3.5.f, 23.5.5.2.a, 23.7 and Section 2 relative...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
New Petitions
The special event permit be granted — Petition by James L. McKeown Boys & Girls Club, 1 Charles Gardner Way, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a Special Event Permit to allow a polar plunge at Horn...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The special event permit be granted with requirement of insurance binder — Petition by Give2Those, Inc., p.o. Box 206, Waban, Massachusetts 02468 for a Special Event Permit to allow a road race at...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED with requirement of insurance binder, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED with requirement of insurance binder, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The matter be referred to Committee on Public Safety and Licenses — amz Service, Inc., 400 TradeCenter Suite 5900, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a new Livery License for one (1) vehicle
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSES, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSES, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by 25 Everett Street Realty Trust, 25 Everett Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permits pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
Public Hearings
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Verizon New England Inc. for a grant of right in a way to lay and maintain underground conduits, with wires and...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Verizon New England Inc. for a grant of right in a way to lay and maintain underground conduits, with wires and cables placed therein, as follows: 1
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The grant of right in A way be approved, as amended with the conditions as follows: 1. That the recommendations of the Superintendent of Public Works be adopted as conditions of the grant — On the...
Motion made and 2nd that the GRANT OF RIGHT IN A WAY be APPROVED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1. That the recommendations of the Superintendent of Public Works be adopted as conditions of the grant, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins 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: 1. That the recommendations of the Superintendent of Public Works be adopted as conditions of the grant, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The communications be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Maurice Saba, Montvale Auto Care, 317 Montvale Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts for a special permit pursuant to 1985...
Motion made and 2nd that the communications be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communications be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Maurice Saba, Montvale Auto Care, 317 Montvale Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be closed, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The special permit be granted and the second class motor vehicle sales license be granted, both as amended with the amendments as follows: 1. That the conditions set forth in the reports from the...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED AND THE SECOND CLASS MOTOR VEHICLE SALES LICENSE be GRANTED, BOTH AS AMENDED with the amendments as follows: 1. That the conditions set forth in the reports from the Committee on Special Permits and the Committee on Public Safety and Licenses be adopted as conditions of the Special Permit and the Second Class Motor Vehicle Sales License respectively, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED AND THE SECOND CLASS MOTOR VEHICLE SALES LICENSE be GRANTED, BOTH AS AMENDED with the amendments as follows: 1. That the conditions set forth in the reports from the Committee on Special Permits and the Committee on Public Safety and Licenses be adopted as conditions of the Special Permit and the Second Class Motor Vehicle Sales License respectively, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The communication 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,...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
Close the public hearing — On the petition by Alderman Gately concerning the structure or structures located in the City of Woburn, County of Middlesex, Commonwealth of Massachusetts known and...
Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The matter be placed on file — On the petition by Alderman Gately concerning the structure or structures located in the City of Woburn, County of Middlesex, Commonwealth of Massachusetts known and...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be PLACED ON FILE, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be PLACED ON FILE, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
Take the following matter out of order
Motion made and 2 to take the following matter out of order, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2 to take the following matter out of order, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
Close the public hearing — On the petition by President Anderson, Alderman Mercer-Bruen and Alderman Higgins to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by adding a new Section 11.12...
Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The order be adopted — On the petition by President Anderson, Alderman Mercer-Bruen and Alderman Higgins to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by adding a new Section 11.12...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting
President Anderson made a motion 2nd by ____ to allow reconsideration of his vote made on January 7, 2020 in support of the motion to grant a special permit to Black Diamond Landscapes, Inc
President Anderson made a motion 2nd by ____ to allow reconsideration of his vote made on January 7, 2020 in support of the motion to grant a special permit to Black Diamond Landscapes, Inc., 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“President Anderson made a motion 2nd by ____ to allow reconsideration of his vote made on January 7, 2020 in support of the motion to grant a special permit to Black Diamond Landscapes, Inc., 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..” (Motion: Anderson)
The communication from the Planning Department be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Black Diamond Landscapes, Inc., 33 Ryder Street, Arlington, Massachusetts 02476 for a...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication from the Planning Department be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication from the Planning Department be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
The communication from Attorney Tarby be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Black Diamond Landscapes, Inc., 33 Ryder Street, Arlington, Massachusetts 02476 for a special...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication from Attorney Tarby be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication from Attorney Tarby be received and made part of the record, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..”
Allow reconsideration of the vote approving the special permit
Motion made by Alderman Mercer-Bruen and 2nd by Alderman Campbell to allow reconsideration of the vote approving the special permit, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-BruenThe journal lists Lindsay E. Higgins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Alderman Mercer-Bruen and 2nd by Alderman Campbell to allow reconsideration of the vote approving the special permit, 6 in favor, 0 opposed, 3 absent (Gately, Higgins, Tedesco absent)..” (Motion: Mercer-Bruen, second: Campbell)
The special permit be granted, as amended with the conditions as follows: Findings: The City Council finds that such change, extension or alteration shall not be substantially more detrimental...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: Findings: The City Council finds that such change, extension or alteration shall not be substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood. Conditions: 1. That the ocean container shall be removed from the site; 2. That there shall be no right turn of motor vehicles onto Green Street; 3. That the weeds and weed trees in the south corner of the premises shall be pruned and cut; 4. That the fence shall be repaired or replaced around the perimeter of the property; 5. That no materials shall be stored onsite; 6. That appropriate lighting shall be installed with the light directed onto the premises in accordance with the ordinances; 7. That the parking spaces shall be striped; 8. That all of the petitioner's vehicles shall be registered in Woburn; 9. That the dumpster shall be screened, have pest control and shall not be emptied before 7:00 a.m. or after 7:00 p.m. each day in accordance with the ordinances; 10. That the property shall be landscaped appropriately; 11. That the plan of record shall be the plan entitled "Plot Plan, 9 Green Street, Woburn, Mass." prepared by Edward J. Farrell, Professional Land Surveyor dated December 6, 2019; 12. That the special permits shall be issued to Black Diamond Landscapes, Inc. and shall not be transferrable with the exception of a transfer to an entity of which Black Diamond Landscapes, Inc. is the primary o
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: Findings: The City Council finds that such change, extension or alteration shall not be substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood. Conditions: 1. That the ocean container shall be removed from the site; 2. That there shall be no right turn of motor vehicles onto Green Street; 3. That the weeds and weed trees in the south corner of the premises shall be pruned and cut; 4. That the fence shall be repaired or replaced around the perimeter of the property; 5. That no materials shall be stored onsite; 6. That appropriate lighting shall be installed with the light directed onto the premises in accordance with the ordinances; 7. That the parking spaces shall be striped; 8. That all of the petitioner's vehicles shall be registered in Woburn; 9. That the dumpster shall be screened, have pest control and shall not be emptied before 7:00 a.m. or after 7:00 p.m. each day in accordance with the ordinances; 10. That the property shall be landscaped appropriately; 11. That the plan of record shall be the plan entitled "Plot Plan, 9 Green Street, Woburn, Mass." prepared by Edward J. Farrell, Professional Land Surveyor dated December 6, 2019; 12. That the special permits shall be issued to Black Diamond Landscapes, Inc. and shall not be transferrable with the exception of a transfer to an entity of which Black Diamond Landscapes, Inc. is the primary or principal owner; 13. If motorize vehicles will enter or park in the garage, then there shall be a proper oil-water separator installed in the garage in accordance with the rules and regulations set forth in the state Plumbing Code. No vehicle shall enter or be parked in the garage until a proper oil-water separator is installed; 14. A snow management plan shall be filed with the Building Inspector's office; 15. The definition of the property line separating the public way and the property shall be established either by curbing or street markings as determined by, and coordinated with, the Building Inspector, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by Alderman Higgins concerning the structure or structures located in the City of Woburn, County of Middlesex,...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the record, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on May 19, 2020 — On the petition by Alderman Higgins concerning the structure or structures located in the City of...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON MAY 19, 2020, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON MAY 19, 2020, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
Committee Reports — Public Safety and Licenses
The committee report be adopted — On the petitions for renewal of First Class Motor Vehicle Sales Licenses by Gordon Colonial, Inc. dba Colonial Cadillac; and wmk, LLC dba Mobility Works,...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the petitions for renewal of Second Class Motor Vehicle Sales Licenses by Z. Fahey Enterprises, Inc. dba Burlington Motors; e&c Auto Brokers, LLC;...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
Committee Reports — Personnel
The committee report be adopted — On the re-appointments of Angela Amato, Dorothy Capone and Barbara Ridley as Members of the Woburn Council on Aging, committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
Committee Reports — Ordinances, Charter and Rules
The committee report be adopted — On the Order to amend 1989 Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, Section 2-180 relative to the stipends for Board of Registrar of Voters Wardens, Clerks and...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the Order to amend City Council Rule 20 relative to adding "Fire Station Building Committee" as a Liaison position, committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
Communications and Reports
The matter be received and placed on file — A communication dated January 3, 2020 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, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
The matter be received and placed on file — A communication dated January 2, 2020 was received from Thomas C. Quinn, Jr., Building Commissioner as follows: Re: Woburn Municipal Code Title 15...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
The order be adopted — Order: In accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 54, as amended, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to notify and to warn such of the inhabitants...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
Adjourn
Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, 7 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 absent (Gately, Tedesco absent)..”
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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