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February 4, 2020
44 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Present: Joanne E. Campbell, Richard F. Gately, Michael P. Concannon, Lindsay E. Higgins, Jeffrey P. Dillon, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Robert J. Ferullo, Edward Tedesco, Michael D. Anderson
Absent: None
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
The matter be referred to Committee on Finance — Order: $23,000,000.00 be appropriated for the construction of a new Fire Station and Headquarters to be located at Main Street and Forest Park; and...
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..”
Suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from His Honor the Mayor
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from His Honor the Mayor, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules for the purposes of hearing from His Honor the Mayor, 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 laid on the table — Order: The Legislature may reasonably vary the form and substance of the requested legislation within the scope of the general public objectives of this petition:...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be LAID ON THE TABLE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be LAID ON THE TABLE, all in favor, 9-0..”
New Petitions
The matter be referred to Committee on Public Safety and Licenses — Petition by Day and Knight Transportation Inc., 9 Rumford Park Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a new Livery License for...
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 communication be accepted and made part of the record — A communication dated January 29, 2020 was received from Attorney Mark J. Salvati, 10 Cedar Street, Suite 26, Woburn, Massachusetts...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be accepted and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be accepted and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be placed on file and that a letter be sent to the petitioner stating this is not a minor modification and that the petitioner must file a new petition with a new set of plans — A...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be PLACED ON FILE and that a letter be sent to the petitioner stating this is not a minor modification and that the petitioner must file a new petition with a new set of plans, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be PLACED ON FILE and that a letter be sent to the petitioner stating this is not a minor modification and that the petitioner must file a new petition with a new set of plans, all in favor, 9-0..”
Take from the table the Order relative to An Act authorizing the city of Woburn to use certain land for general municipal purposes without Article 97 restrictions on such use, to take the petition...
Motion made and 2nd to take from the table the Order relative to An Act authorizing the city of Woburn to use certain land for general municipal purposes without Article 97 restrictions on such use, to take the petition by the City of Woburn for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, Section 5.1.79 to allow construction of a fire station headquarters and support building at Main Street and Forest Park Road out of order, and to take the matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take from the table the Order relative to An Act authorizing the city of Woburn to use certain land for general municipal purposes without Article 97 restrictions on such use, to take the petition by the City of Woburn for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, Section 5.1.79 to allow construction of a fire station headquarters and support building at Main Street and Forest Park Road out of order, and to take the matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communication from the Planning Department be received and made part of the record — On the petition by City of Woburn, Woburn City Hall, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication from the Planning Department be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication from the Planning Department be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communications from the City Engineer be received and made part of the record — On the petition by City of Woburn, Woburn City Hall, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special...
Motion made and 2nd that the communications from the City Engineer be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communications from the City Engineer be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The presentation be made part of the record
Motion made and 2nd that the presentation be made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the presentation be made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by City of Woburn, Woburn City Hall, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as...
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..”
Add a condition number 12 as follows "12. The existing dirt road shall be maintained as a walking trail
Motion made and 2nd to add a condition number 12 as follows "12. The existing dirt road shall be maintained as a walking trail, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to add a condition number 12 as follows "12. The existing dirt road shall be maintained as a walking trail, all in favor, 9-0..”
Add a condition number 13 as follows: "13. A traffic management plan shall be provided for during construction"
Motion made and 2nd to add a condition number 13 as follows: "13. A traffic management plan shall be provided for during construction", all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to add a condition number 13 as follows: "13. A traffic management plan shall be provided for during construction", all in favor, 9-0..”
The special permit be granted, as amended with the following thirteen amendments: 1) The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the following thirteen amendments: 1) The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Petition for Special Permit entitled: "Fire Station Headquarters Building and Operations Support Building", herein referred to as the site plans. Design adjustments and modifications generally associated with the preparation of working drawings and differing site conditions, shall be permitted so long as such changes do not constitute substantial changes from said plans as determined by the Building Commissioner. If the Building Commissioner determines that the building plans filed with the building permit application are not in substantial conformance with the Site Plan, the Petitioner may request a review of said plans by the City Council Special Permits Committee, who shall make a final determination. 2) All dumpsters shall be enclosed on all sides with an opaque fence being 6 feet in height which shall be equipped with a locking gate which shall be kept closed at all times except when the dumpster(s) are being serviced. The dumpster lid shall be made of rubber or plastic, and the dumpster shall be serviced only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. 3) The 65-foot curb cut for the fire station apparatus bay is greater than that allowed by zoning, however it is essential and necessary to the type of facility being constructed. A total of three (3) dr
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the following thirteen amendments: 1) The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Petition for Special Permit entitled: "Fire Station Headquarters Building and Operations Support Building", herein referred to as the site plans. Design adjustments and modifications generally associated with the preparation of working drawings and differing site conditions, shall be permitted so long as such changes do not constitute substantial changes from said plans as determined by the Building Commissioner. If the Building Commissioner determines that the building plans filed with the building permit application are not in substantial conformance with the Site Plan, the Petitioner may request a review of said plans by the City Council Special Permits Committee, who shall make a final determination. 2) All dumpsters shall be enclosed on all sides with an opaque fence being 6 feet in height which shall be equipped with a locking gate which shall be kept closed at all times except when the dumpster(s) are being serviced. The dumpster lid shall be made of rubber or plastic, and the dumpster shall be serviced only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. 3) The 65-foot curb cut for the fire station apparatus bay is greater than that allowed by zoning, however it is essential and necessary to the type of facility being constructed. A total of three (3) driveways are needed for the facility and they total 105 feet in length, more or less. Section 8.4.2 limits the width of driveway opening to 28', but City Council approval of the submitted plan will specifically authorize the driveway width necessary. 4) The repair and maintenance of Fire Department vehicles is allowed within the site. 5) A final landscaping plan shall be filed with the City Clerk and the Building Commissioner prior to the issuance of a building permit. The information to be shall include a list of plant species, their size at the time of planting and maturity, with quantities. 6) The work within Main St. along the frontage of the fire station is MassDOT jurisdiction and is therefore subject to a MassDOT permit. As such, any required modifications to site access or utilities, made by the MassDOT shall be considered as being part of the plan of record. 7) A snow management plan will be filed with Fire and Inspectional Services Department. 8) All exterior lighting shall be Dark Sky Compliant. 9) Exterior signage subject to the requirements of Section 13 of the WZO. 10) The 6-foot fence along the northernmost property line shall be opaque, made of either vinyl or wood, maintained and promptly repaired or replaced upon any damage or deterioration. 11) ADA compliant crosswalks, with signage, shall be installed across Main Street and Middlesex Canal Park Drive in order to connect the sidewalks on either side. 12) The existing dirt road shall be maintained as a walking trail. 13) A traffic management plan shall be provided for during construction. and that the ORDER relative to An Act authorizing the city of Woburn to use certain land for general municipal purposes without Article 97 restrictions on such use be ADOPTED, 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..”
For a two-minute recess — Motion made and 2nd to take the following matter out of order, all in favor, 9-0
Motion made and 2nd for a two-minute recess, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd for a two-minute recess, all in favor, 9-0..”
The meeting be back to order
Motion made and 2nd that the meeting be back to order, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the meeting be back to order, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted — Motion made and 2nd to take the following matter out of order, all in favor, 9-0
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Yes, Concannon - Yes, Dillon - Yes, Ferullo - Yes, Gately - No, Higgins - No, Mercer-Bruen - Yes, Tedesco - Yes, Anderson - Yes, Motion Passes.
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoNo: Gately, Higgins
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Yes, Concannon - Yes, Dillon - Yes, Ferullo - Yes, Gately - No, Higgins - No, Mercer-Bruen - Yes, Tedesco - Yes, Anderson - Yes, Motion Passes..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2 to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2 to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Coventry Realty Trust, 13 Fowle Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 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 Coventry Realty Trust d/b/a Woburn Classic Auto Sales, 13 Fowle Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a Second Class Motor Vehicle Sales...
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 Amanda H. Silva, 5 Moseley Street, Billerica, Massachusetts 01821 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..”
Public Hearings
The communication from the Planning Department be received and made part of the record — On the petition by 80 Holton Property Owner, LLC, c/o cre Management, 133 Pearl Street, Suite 400, Boston,...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication from the Planning Department be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication from the Planning Department be received and made part of the record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by 80 Holton Property Owner, LLC, c/o cre Management, 133 Pearl Street, Suite 400, Boston, Massachusetts 02110 for a special permit to modify a...
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..”
Adopt a condition 4 as follows: "That Condition #7 of the original special permit shall be revised to read as follows: "7. That within three (3) months of sale of the underlying property which is...
Motion made and 2nd to adopt a condition 4 as follows: "That Condition #7 of the original special permit shall be revised to read as follows: "7. That within three (3) months of sale of the underlying property which is the subject of the special permit, the new owner shall appear before the City Council Committee on Special Permits to review the conditions of the special permit with the Committee on Special Permits.," all in favor, 9- 0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to adopt a condition 4 as follows: "That Condition #7 of the original special permit shall be revised to read as follows: "7. That within three (3) months of sale of the underlying property which is the subject of the special permit, the new owner shall appear before the City Council Committee on Special Permits to review the conditions of the special permit with the Committee on Special Permits.," all in favor, 9- 0..”
The special permit be granted, as amended with the conditions as follows: 1) That Condition #2 of the original special permit shall be revised to read as follows: "2. That no deliveries shall be...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1) That Condition #2 of the original special permit shall be revised to read as follows: "2. That no deliveries shall be allowed to or from the site prior to 8:00 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and there shall be no deliveries to or from the site on Saturday or Sunday." 2) That a copy of the modified Special Permit Decision shall be filed with the Inspectional Services Department 3) That all other conditions imposed by the City Council in the Decision dated November 13, 2015 shall be kept in full force and effect. 4) That Condition #7 of the original special permit shall be revised to read as follows: "7. That within three (3) months of sale of the underlying property which is the subject of the special permit, the new owner shall appear before the City Council Committee on Special Permits to review the conditions of the special permit with the Committee on Special Permits.", 6 in favor, 3 opposed (Dillon, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen opposed).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Ferullo, Gately, TedescoNo: Dillon, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT be GRANTED, AS AMENDED with the conditions as follows: 1) That Condition #2 of the original special permit shall be revised to read as follows: "2. That no deliveries shall be allowed to or from the site prior to 8:00 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and there shall be no deliveries to or from the site on Saturday or Sunday." 2) That a copy of the modified Special Permit Decision shall be filed with the Inspectional Services Department 3) That all other conditions imposed by the City Council in the Decision dated November 13, 2015 shall be kept in full force and effect. 4) That Condition #7 of the original special permit shall be revised to read as follows: "7. That within three (3) months of sale of the underlying property which is the subject of the special permit, the new owner shall appear before the City Council Committee on Special Permits to review the conditions of the special permit with the Committee on Special Permits.", 6 in favor, 3 opposed (Dillon, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen opposed)..”
The communication be received and made part of the record — On the petition by President Michael Anderson and Alderman Michael Concannon concerning the structure or structures located in the City...
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..”
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..”
A communication be sent to the lender which foreclosed on the property advising they fix the roof and siding, remove the plywood from the windows, and clean the grounds by April 21, 2020
Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the lender which foreclosed on the property advising they fix the roof and siding, remove the plywood from the windows, and clean the grounds by April 21, 2020, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the lender which foreclosed on the property advising they fix the roof and siding, remove the plywood from the windows, and clean the grounds by April 21, 2020, all in favor, 9-0..”
A communication be sent to the City Solicitor for assistance in requesting the tools needed to coerce compliance and remedy the conditions of the property
Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the City Solicitor for assistance in requesting the tools needed to coerce compliance and remedy the conditions of the property, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the City Solicitor for assistance in requesting the tools needed to coerce compliance and remedy the conditions of the property, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on April 21, 2020 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Liaison — On the petition by President Michael...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING be CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON APRIL 21, 2020 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, 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 APRIL 21, 2020 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 9-0..”
Committee Reports
The order be adopted — On the Order to amend 1989 Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, Section 8-14 Reduction of Checkout Bags by Retail Establishments relative to changing the effective date of the...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, ROLL CALL: Campbell - No, Concannon - Yes, Dillon - No, Ferullo - No, Gately - No, Higgins - No, Mercer-Bruen - No, Tedesco - No, Anderson - No, Motion Fails.
Yes: ConcannonNo: Anderson, Campbell, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen, Tedesco
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, ROLL CALL: Campbell - No, Concannon - Yes, Dillon - No, Ferullo - No, Gately - No, Higgins - No, Mercer-Bruen - No, Tedesco - No, Anderson - No, Motion Fails..”
Alderman Tedesco made a motion to reconsider his vote and 2nd by Alderman Concannon
Alderman Tedesco made a motion to reconsider his vote and 2nd by Alderman Concannon, ROLL CALL: Campbell - No, Concannon - Yes, Dillon - No, Ferullo - No, Gately - No, Higgins - No, Mercer-Bruen - No, Tedesco - No, Anderson - Yes, Motion Fails.
Yes: Anderson, ConcannonNo: Campbell, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Higgins, Mercer-Bruen, Tedesco
From the minutes
“Alderman Tedesco made a motion to reconsider his vote and 2nd by Alderman Concannon, ROLL CALL: Campbell - No, Concannon - Yes, Dillon - No, Ferullo - No, Gately - No, Higgins - No, Mercer-Bruen - No, Tedesco - No, Anderson - Yes, Motion Fails..” (Motion: Tedesco, second: Concannon)
Committee Reports — Public Safety and Licenses
The committee report be adopted — On the petition by amz Service, Inc. for a new Livery License for one (1) vehicle, 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..”
Communications and Reports
The matter be received and placed on file — A communication dated January 27, 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, 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
The order be adopted — Order: The Committee on Special Permits review the special permit issued Primaira LLC at 225 Wildwood Avenue as required in Condition 1 of the special permit
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 8 in favor, 1 opposed (Tedesco opposed).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Higgins, Mercer-BruenNo: Tedesco
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 8 in favor, 1 opposed (Tedesco opposed)..”
The order be adopted — Order: Over 3 Legacy Lane from Amanda Michienzi and shown on a plan entitled "Definitive Subdivision, Legacy Land, Woburn, Massachusetts"; and a 20' wide emergency access...
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..”
The order be adopted — Order: The Committee on Public Safety and Licenses review the Second Class Motor Vehicles Sales License of Jeffrey Pollock dba Exclusive Automobiles at 7 Independence Drive
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 8 in favor, 1 opposed (Tedesco opposed).
Yes: Anderson, Campbell, Concannon, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Higgins, Mercer-BruenNo: Tedesco
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER be ADOPTED, 8 in favor, 1 opposed (Tedesco opposed)..”
The matter be referred to Committee on Ordinances — Order: The Special Permit so granted shall include the following provisions as may be applicable: "The plan of record shall be the plan entitled...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to Committee on Ordinances — Order: Charter and Rules; d
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Order: Section 11 of the 1985 City of Woburn Zoning Ordinance, as amended, be further amended by inserting a new Section 11.13 as follows: 11.13 Board of...
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..”
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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