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August 10, 2021
91 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Present: Joanne E. Campbell, Robert J. Ferullo, Michael P. Concannon, Richard F. Gately, Joseph E. Demers, Michael Lannan, Jeffrey P. Dillon, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Edward Tedesco
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..”
Suspend the rules and pull from the Committee on Finance the Capital Budget FY 2022
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules and pull from the Committee on Finance the Capital Budget FY 2022, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules and pull from the Committee on Finance the Capital Budget FY 2022, all in favor, 9-0..”
Further suspend the rules to allow His Honor Mayor Galvin to speak, as well as any department heads
Motion made and 2nd to further suspend the rules to allow His Honor Mayor Galvin to speak, as well as any department heads all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to further suspend the rules to allow His Honor Mayor Galvin to speak, as well as any department heads all in favor, 9-0..”
The order be adopted — Order: The sum of $3,738,435.00 be and is hereby transferred as so stated from Stabilization Fund Acct# 704059-591600 to Various Capital Projects See Attached Breakdown...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
Mayor’s Communications
The matter be referred to the Committee on Infrastructure and Public Lands — Order: LLC as shown on a plan entitled "Drainage and Access easements Plan of Land 88-92 Pearl Street & 1-7 Alan R....
Motion made and 2nd 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 MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be laid on the table — A communication was received from His Honor Mayor Galvin dated August 5, 2021 as follows: I am submitting to the City Council an Order of Taking pursuant to...
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 special event permit be granted — North Suburban ymca, 137 Lexington Street, Woburn, MA 01801 for special event permit for Annual 5K Road Race road race at Horn Pond and area streets on...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special event permit be granted — New England Orienteering Club, Inc. for special event permit for Map and Compass Sport Orienteering event at Horn Pond on August 29, 2021
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Take the next four items collectively and refer them to public hearings
Motion made and 2nd to take the next four items collectively and refer them to public hearings, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the next four items collectively and refer them to public hearings, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Murphy's Waste Oil Services, Inc. for a new flammable license, for 5,000 gallons of Class II Windshield Washer Fluid, 125,000 gallons of Class iiib Waste...
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 — King of Cool Inc. for a special permit to operate a full service restaurant with hours of operation until 12:30 a.m., Monday through Saturday, and 12:00...
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 — Toll Brothers to amend a prior special permit dated June 6, 2017, under Section 23.4.2 the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, as follows: 1
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 304 Cambridge Road LLC, 304 Cambridge Road, Woburn, Massachusetts, to amend Section 5 Notes to Table of Use Regulations and Section 5.1 Table...
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..”
Forward this matter to the City Solicitor for comment
Motion to forward this matter to the City Solicitor for comment, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion to forward this matter to the City Solicitor for comment, all in favor, 9-0..”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated August 4, 2021 was received from Attorney Joseph R. Tarby, III, Rubin and Rudman llp, 600...
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
Suspend the rules to allow Attorney Tarby to speak
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow Attorney Tarby to speak, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow Attorney Tarby to speak, 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 minor modification be granted and that all previous conditions remain in full force and effect unless otherwise modified herein — A communication dated August 4, 2021 was received from...
Motion made and 2nd that the MINOR MODIFICATION BE granted and that all previous conditions remain in full force and effect unless otherwise modified herein, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MINOR MODIFICATION BE granted and that all previous conditions remain in full force and effect unless otherwise modified herein, all in favor, 9-0..”
Public Hearings
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by nd Properties LLC, 264 Salem Street, Medford, Massachusetts 02155, to amend the1985 City of Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by nd Properties LLC, 264 Salem Street, Medford, Massachusetts 02155, to amend the1985 City of Woburn Zoning Ordinance, as...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9- 0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9- 0..”
Accept the reference material and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd to accept the reference material and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to accept the reference material and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 7, 2021, and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinance, Charter and Rules — On the petition...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 7, 2021, and that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCE, CHARTER AND RULES, 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 September 7, 2021, and that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCE, CHARTER AND RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by 120 Commerce Apartments, LLC, 1140 Virginia Drive, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania 19034, for a new...
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by 120 Commerce Apartments, LLC, 1140 Virginia Drive, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania 19034, for a new Inflammable License to allow...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
Close the public hearing — On the petition by 120 Commerce Apartments, LLC, 1140 Virginia Drive, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania 19034, for a new Inflammable License to allow 13,000 gallons of...
Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, all in favor, 9-0..”
Grant the flammable license
Motion made and 2nd to GRANT THE FLAMMABLE LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to GRANT THE FLAMMABLE LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0..”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the intention of the City Council to lay out the reconstructed and widened Hill Street as a public way in the City...
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the intention of the City Council to lay out the reconstructed and widened Hill Street as a public way in the City of Woburn as shown on a...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
Close the public hearing — On the intention of the City Council to lay out the reconstructed and widened Hill Street as a public way in the City of Woburn as shown on a plan of land entitled "Hill...
Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, all in favor, 9-0..”
Adopt the plan of record June 3, 2021and accept Hill Street as a public with the following condition: That a temporary strobe pedestrian/bicycle crossing light shall be installed at the...
Motion made and 2nd to adopt the plan of record June 3, 2021and accept Hill Street as a public with the following condition: That a temporary strobe pedestrian/bicycle crossing light shall be installed at the intersection of Hill Street and the pedestrian/bicycle path during the construction phase of the project, and that a permanent pedestrian/bicycle crossing light shall be installed at the intersection of Hill Street and the pedestrian/bicycle path upon completion of construction or occupancy of the first building, whichever comes first, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to adopt the plan of record June 3, 2021and accept Hill Street as a public with the following condition: That a temporary strobe pedestrian/bicycle crossing light shall be installed at the intersection of Hill Street and the pedestrian/bicycle path during the construction phase of the project, and that a permanent pedestrian/bicycle crossing light shall be installed at the intersection of Hill Street and the pedestrian/bicycle path upon completion of construction or occupancy of the first building, whichever comes first, all in favor, 9-0..”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Lightning Express, 215 Salem Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit to park eight...
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The plan dated September 15, 1981 be made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd that the plan dated September 15, 1981 be made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the plan dated September 15, 1981 be made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Lightning Express, 215 Salem Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit to park eight (8) vehicles overnight...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
Close the public hearing — On the petition by Lightning Express, 215 Salem Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit to park eight (8) vehicles overnight under Section 5.1(57B) of...
Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, all in favor, 9-0..”
For the following conditions are voted on and approved
Motion made and 2nd for the following conditions are voted on and approved, all in favor, 9-0
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd for the following conditions are voted on and approved, all in favor, 9-0.”
Lightning Express special permit, condition 3: hours of operation 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday; no loading before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m.
Hours of operation are from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, No Sundays or Holidays. There will be no loading of vehicles before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m., all in favor, 8-1 (Mercer-Bruen Opposed).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Lannan, TedescoNo: Mercer-Bruen
From the minutes
“Hours of operation are from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, No Sundays or Holidays. There will be no loading of vehicles before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m., all in favor, 8-1 (Mercer-Bruen Opposed)..”
Lightning Express special permit, condition 11: the special permit is issued to Lightning Express and is not transferable
That the special permit is issues to Lightning Express and is nontransferable, all in favor, 8-1 (Tedesco Opposed).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Lannan, Mercer-BruenNo: Tedesco
From the minutes
“That the special permit is issues to Lightning Express and is nontransferable, all in favor, 8-1 (Tedesco Opposed)..”
Grant the special permit with the following 13 conditions, as previously voted on: 1. The Petitioner is limited to eight (8) vehicles; 2. All vehicles are to be registered in the City of Woburn;...
Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following 13 conditions, as previously voted on: 1. The Petitioner is limited to eight (8) vehicles; 2. All vehicles are to be registered in the City of Woburn; 3. Hours of operation are from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, No Sundays or Holidays. There will be no loading of vehicles before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m.; 4. No trailers are allowed to be stored on the property; 5. Four (4) vehicles must be parked in the back of the building, and four (4) vehicles may be parked out front, but not abutting any residential district or on the Salem Street line of site; 6. Parking spaces are to be striped and maintained year round; 7. Vehicles must be marked "Lightning Express"; 8. No outside storage of any materials; 9. A professional rodent control plan will be provided to the Board of Health quarterly; 10. Dumpsters must be screened and cannot be emptied before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m. 11. That the special permit is issues to Lightning Express and is nontransferable; 12. The Plan of Record is dated September 15, 1981; and 13. The petitioner cannot use permitted no trucking roads, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following 13 conditions, as previously voted on: 1. The Petitioner is limited to eight (8) vehicles; 2. All vehicles are to be registered in the City of Woburn; 3. Hours of operation are from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, No Sundays or Holidays. There will be no loading of vehicles before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m.; 4. No trailers are allowed to be stored on the property; 5. Four (4) vehicles must be parked in the back of the building, and four (4) vehicles may be parked out front, but not abutting any residential district or on the Salem Street line of site; 6. Parking spaces are to be striped and maintained year round; 7. Vehicles must be marked "Lightning Express"; 8. No outside storage of any materials; 9. A professional rodent control plan will be provided to the Board of Health quarterly; 10. Dumpsters must be screened and cannot be emptied before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m. 11. That the special permit is issues to Lightning Express and is nontransferable; 12. The Plan of Record is dated September 15, 1981; and 13. The petitioner cannot use permitted no trucking roads, all in favor, 9-0..”
A communication be sent to the owner of 215 Salem Street to trim or cutback brush along Wood Street due to impeding pedestrian movements
Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the owner of 215 Salem Street to trim or cutback brush along Wood Street due to impeding pedestrian movements, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the owner of 215 Salem Street to trim or cutback brush along Wood Street due to impeding pedestrian movements, all in favor, 9-0..”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by avfx LLC, 9 Micro Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit to park four (4)...
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by avfx LLC, 9 Micro Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit to park four (4) commercial vehicles overnight under...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by avfx LLC, 9 Micro Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for a special permit to park four (4) commercial vehicles overnight under Section 5.1(57B) of...
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 with the following conditions: 1. That the 2-26 foot box trucks, 1- 16 foot box truck and 1 Delivery van, shall be allowed to be packed overnight, in the locations...
Motion made and 2nd that the special permit be granted with the following conditions: 1. That the 2-26 foot box trucks, 1- 16 foot box truck and 1 Delivery van, shall be allowed to be packed overnight, in the locations provided as shown on the plan filed with the petition; 2. All commercial Vehicles shall be registered with the City of Woburn; 3. No commercial vehicles shall utilize the portion of Nashua Street from Draper Street to Holton Street, when leaving or returning to the facility; 4. A certified site plan showing compliance with the Woburn Zoning ordinance parking and lighting requirements shall be provided to the building department prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit, temporary or otherwise; 5. This special permit shall be specific to AVFX LLC and shall be non-transferable; 6. All vehicles shall be marked with the company name; 7. There shall be no outside storage of building materials; 8. Petitioner agrees not to use roads that are State Permitted no trucking; and 9. Hours of operation shall be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the special permit be granted with the following conditions: 1. That the 2-26 foot box trucks, 1- 16 foot box truck and 1 Delivery van, shall be allowed to be packed overnight, in the locations provided as shown on the plan filed with the petition; 2. All commercial Vehicles shall be registered with the City of Woburn; 3. No commercial vehicles shall utilize the portion of Nashua Street from Draper Street to Holton Street, when leaving or returning to the facility; 4. A certified site plan showing compliance with the Woburn Zoning ordinance parking and lighting requirements shall be provided to the building department prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit, temporary or otherwise; 5. This special permit shall be specific to AVFX LLC and shall be non-transferable; 6. All vehicles shall be marked with the company name; 7. There shall be no outside storage of building materials; 8. Petitioner agrees not to use roads that are State Permitted no trucking; and 9. Hours of operation shall be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by continuus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. for a special permit to allow: 1
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 21, 2021 — On the petition by continuus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. for a special permit to allow: 1
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2021, 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 SEPTEMBER 21, 2021, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — On the petition by continuus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. for a special permit to allow: 1
Motion made and 2nd 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 MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0..”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Theofan Qirjazi, 764 Lowell Street, Peabody, Massachusetts 01960 for a special permit to allow a...
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Theofan Qirjazi, 764 Lowell Street, Peabody, Massachusetts 01960 for a special permit to allow a fast food restaurant for...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Theofan Qirjazi, 764 Lowell Street, Peabody, Massachusetts 01960 for a special permit to allow a fast food restaurant for Nick's Pizza, Roast Beef...
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 with the following conditions: 1. The petitioner shall provide a certified plot plan; 2. Rodent control plan be put in place; 3. The hours of operation will be from 8...
Motion made and 2nd that the special permit be granted with the following conditions: 1. The petitioner shall provide a certified plot plan; 2. Rodent control plan be put in place; 3. The hours of operation will be from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week; and 4. Dumpsters shall not be emptied before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m., and shall be screened, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the special permit be granted with the following conditions: 1. The petitioner shall provide a certified plot plan; 2. Rodent control plan be put in place; 3. The hours of operation will be from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week; and 4. Dumpsters shall not be emptied before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m., and shall be screened, all in favor, 9-0..”
The Council take a five (5) minute recess
Motion made and 2nd that the Council take a five (5) minute recess, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the Council take a five (5) minute recess, 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..”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — Popeyes, 305 Mishawum Road, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances,...
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — Popeyes, 305 Mishawum Road, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, Sections 5.1.29...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special permit be granted with the following conditions: 1. That the hours or operation shall be 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; 2. The petitioner shall perform the following work: change...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. That the hours or operation shall be 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; 2. The petitioner shall perform the following work: change center lane east on Mishawum Road to allow for both a left turn and straight maneuver, with associated light head configuration, lane signage and lane stripping and installation of a new AI unit and performance plus package at the traffic signal at the Popeye's driveway and Mishawum Road, all as outlined by the City Engineer in memo dated August 3, 2021. The special permit and building permit may issue prior to the completion of this work but no temporary or permanent occupancy permit shall issue until work is complete and has been approved by the City Engineer; 3. A covered trashcan will be installed at the front entrance to the store and will be emptied regularly; 4. A copy of a professional rodent control plan will be provided to the board of health quarterly with a copy to the special permits committee; 5. The building and color palette of such will be as represented in the photos presented to the council on August 2, 2021; 6. All signage will be in compliance with Woburn Zoning ordinances; 7. Sales of goods and services are restricted to inside the building; 8. Absent an emergency order allowing for the same, no outside seating is permitted; 9. Petitioner will ensure that cars that are visiting Popeyes are not blocking roadways during peak times of day, i
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. That the hours or operation shall be 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; 2. The petitioner shall perform the following work: change center lane east on Mishawum Road to allow for both a left turn and straight maneuver, with associated light head configuration, lane signage and lane stripping and installation of a new AI unit and performance plus package at the traffic signal at the Popeye's driveway and Mishawum Road, all as outlined by the City Engineer in memo dated August 3, 2021. The special permit and building permit may issue prior to the completion of this work but no temporary or permanent occupancy permit shall issue until work is complete and has been approved by the City Engineer; 3. A covered trashcan will be installed at the front entrance to the store and will be emptied regularly; 4. A copy of a professional rodent control plan will be provided to the board of health quarterly with a copy to the special permits committee; 5. The building and color palette of such will be as represented in the photos presented to the council on August 2, 2021; 6. All signage will be in compliance with Woburn Zoning ordinances; 7. Sales of goods and services are restricted to inside the building; 8. Absent an emergency order allowing for the same, no outside seating is permitted; 9. Petitioner will ensure that cars that are visiting Popeyes are not blocking roadways during peak times of day, including 12pm-2pm and 4pm-6pm with traffic management and if deemed necessary by the Chief of Police for safety, professional police traffic management; 10. Dumpsters will be screened and locked; 11. The Special Permit shall be for Popeyes only and shall be non-transferable; 12. The parking lot will be maintained and cleaned as needed; and 13. No drive thru is allowed, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Woburn apna Bazar Incorporated, 4 Held Circle, Medford, Massachusetts 02155 for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
Close the public hearing — On the petition by Woburn apna Bazar Incorporated, 4 Held Circle, Medford, Massachusetts 02155 for a special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as...
Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to close the public hearing, all in favor, 9-0..”
Adopt the 18 conditions as reported by the special permits committee, as amended: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the...
Motion made and 2nd to adopt the 18 conditions as reported by the special permits committee, as amended: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Petition for Special Permit entitled "Parking Plan, 335 Washington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts dated February 3, 2021, revised April 14, 2021, revised April 26, 2021, revised July 14, 2021 by Eaglebrook Engineering & Survey, LLC, 491 Maple Street, Suite 304, Danvers, Mass. 01923 (hereinafter the "Site Plan") although design adjustments and modifications generally associated with (i) preparing so-called "working drawings" or (ii) site conditions shall be permitted so long as such changes do not constitute substantial changes from said plans as determined by the Building Commissioner. In the event that 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. If the Special Permits Committee makes a determination that the proposed plans are not in conformance with the Site Plan, the Petitioner shall be required to file a Special Permit Petition seeking approval to modify the Site Plan; 2. That the handicapped parking spaces as shown on the Plan shall meet all local, state and federal handicap code requirements; 3. Petitioner must
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Ferullo, Gately, Lannan, TedescoNo: Dillon, Mercer-Bruen
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to adopt the 18 conditions as reported by the special permits committee, as amended: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Petition for Special Permit entitled "Parking Plan, 335 Washington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts dated February 3, 2021, revised April 14, 2021, revised April 26, 2021, revised July 14, 2021 by Eaglebrook Engineering & Survey, LLC, 491 Maple Street, Suite 304, Danvers, Mass. 01923 (hereinafter the "Site Plan") although design adjustments and modifications generally associated with (i) preparing so-called "working drawings" or (ii) site conditions shall be permitted so long as such changes do not constitute substantial changes from said plans as determined by the Building Commissioner. In the event that 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. If the Special Permits Committee makes a determination that the proposed plans are not in conformance with the Site Plan, the Petitioner shall be required to file a Special Permit Petition seeking approval to modify the Site Plan; 2. That the handicapped parking spaces as shown on the Plan shall meet all local, state and federal handicap code requirements; 3. Petitioner must install two M60 Traffic controllers and one A1 Controller add on unit to improve operations at the intersections of Washington Street with Cedar Street and Washington Street and Salem Street. Work must be completed and fully tested and validated by the city engineer prior to occupancy permits, temporary or otherwise. Petitioner agrees to give the Building Commissioner 15-day notice; 4. Police details will be hired for the first week of the Grand Opening during peak traffic times in consultation with the Chief of Police; 5. Rodent control measures will be in place at all times. Copies of the rodent control service contract are to be sent to Woburn Board of Health with a cc to the special permits committee quarterly; 6. Trash cans with closed lids will be installed at the front entrance of the building; 7. Parking lot maintenance will be done 4 x per day to ensure the lot is kept clean of plastic bags and trash; 8. Deliveries will take place behind the building during the hours of 7am-3pm only; 9. Hours of operation are limited to Monday-Sunday 9 am- 9pm; 10. This special Permit is issued to APNA only and is not transferable; 11. No goods or services are permitted to be sold in the parking lot. All retail activity takes place within the building; 12. All signage on the building must be compliant with Woburn Zoning ordinances; 13. There shall be no cooking of food on the premises inside or outside; 14. The current facade of the building occupied by APNA as recently upgraded by the property owner is to remain the same as a condition of this special permit and shall be painted and maintained regularly; 15. There shall be no overflow parking onto private property; 16. A snow removal plan is to be filed with the building department. No snow is to be pushed out to Washington Street and or/Cedar Street; 17. All other existing conditions as outlined in special permits issued in 2011 and 2016 remain in full force and effect unless modified by this decision; and 18. On site traffic calming measures as outlined in the July 14, 2021, site plan including speed bumps at the curb cut to Cedar Street and "No thru traffic signs" will be installed, as well as to make the following findings pursuant to Section 7.3 of the 1985 City of Woburn Zoning Ordinance: 1. The Special Permit Petition is legally before the City Council; 2. The proposed use(s) or structure(s) will not detract from the general purposes of this ordinance and will not be substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use, and further to make the finding that the extension or alteration will not be substantially more detrimental the City Council makes the following special findings: 1. The ways providing vehicular and pedestrian access have the capacity to provide safe ingress and egress to the property and proposed structure thereon and uses thereof with particular reference to automotive and pedestrian safety and convenience, traffic flow and control and emergency access in case of fire, emergency or catastrophe; 2. Adequate water, sewerage and drainage facilities exist or will exist to service the proposed use; 3. Adequate off-street parking and loading areas have been provided where required and will not result in undue noise, glare or odor effects on adjoining properties or on properties generally in the district; 4. Satisfactory provision has been made for snow storage/removal to ensure safety and for refuse collection, disposal and service areas to minimize negative impacts on adjacent uses; 5. Exterior lighting has been designed to minimize glare and any negative impacts on abutting roadways and properties and to be compatible and in harmony with other properties in the immediate area; 6. Appropriate yards and other open space and landscaping have been provided as required and reasonable steps have been taken to insure the privacy of adjacent existing uses; 7. The proposed use is generally compatible in scale and character with adjacent properties and other properties in the district; 8. The proposal incorporates additional conditions and requirements as the City Council finds reasonably appropriate to safeguard the neighborhood or otherwise serve the purposes of this Ordinance, all in favor, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Yes; Concannon - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - No; Ferullo - Yes; Gately - Yes; Lannan - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - No; Tedesco - Yes; MOTION PASSES.”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Jackson Lumber, 10 Jefferson Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for special permit pursuant to...
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained)..”
The City Council authorize the City Engineer engage a peer review to his recommendation
Motion and 2nd that the City Council authorize the City Engineer engage a peer review to his recommendation, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“Motion and 2nd that the City Council authorize the City Engineer engage a peer review to his recommendation, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Jackson Lumber, 10 Jefferson Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for special permit pursuant to 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances,...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 7, 2021 — On the petition by Jackson Lumber, 10 Jefferson Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for special...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2021, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2021, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained)..”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by frh Realty LLC, an Affiliate of Fairfield Residential for a special permit to allow: 1
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained)..”
Accept the revised conditions and make part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd to accept the revised conditions and make part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to accept the revised conditions and make part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by frh Realty LLC, an Affiliate of Fairfield Residential for a special permit to allow: 1
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained)..”
The proposed condition No. 18
A vote was then called on the proposed condition No. 18, all in favor, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Yes; Concannon - No; Demers - No; Dillon - Yes; Ferullo - No; Gately - No; Lannan - Abstain; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Tedesco - No; MOTION FAILS
Yes: Campbell, Dillon, Mercer-BruenNo: Concannon, Demers, Ferullo, Gately, TedescoAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“A vote was then called on the proposed condition No. 18, all in favor, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Yes; Concannon - No; Demers - No; Dillon - Yes; Ferullo - No; Gately - No; Lannan - Abstain; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Tedesco - No; MOTION FAILS.”
Close the public hearing — On the petition by frh Realty LLC, an Affiliate of Fairfield Residential for a special permit to allow: 1
Motion made and 2nd that to close the public hearing, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that to close the public hearing, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Lannan Abstained)..”
Grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall construct and improve the site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Special Permit Petition...
Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall construct and improve the site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Special Permit Petition entitled: "Site Plan For 316 New Boston Street - Woburn, MA" dated December 8, 2020, revised July 27, 2021 consisting of Sheet C-0 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; 4 sheets ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey dated February 19, 2020; Sheet OS-1 dated December 8, 2020 last revised July 27, 2021; Sheet C- 1A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-1B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-1C dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-1D dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-2A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-2B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-2C dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-3A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-3B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-4A dated December 8, 2020 last revised July 27, 2021; Sheet C-4B dated December 8, 2020 last revised July 27, 2021; Sheet C-5 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-6 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-6A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-6B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-6C dated December 8, 2020 last revised Ju
Yes: Concannon, Demers, Ferullo, Gately, TedescoNo: Campbell, Dillon, Mercer-BruenAbstained: Lannan
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall construct and improve the site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Special Permit Petition entitled: "Site Plan For 316 New Boston Street - Woburn, MA" dated December 8, 2020, revised July 27, 2021 consisting of Sheet C-0 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; 4 sheets ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey dated February 19, 2020; Sheet OS-1 dated December 8, 2020 last revised July 27, 2021; Sheet C- 1A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-1B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-1C dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-1D dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-2A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-2B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-2C dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-3A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-3B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-4A dated December 8, 2020 last revised July 27, 2021; Sheet C-4B dated December 8, 2020 last revised July 27, 2021; Sheet C-5 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-6 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-6A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-6B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-6C dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-7 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-8 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-9 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-10 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet C-11 dated June 23, 2021;Sheet PR-1 dated June 23, 2021; Sheet PR-2 dated June 23, 2021; Sheet PR-3 dated June 23, 2021;Sheet FT-1A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet FT-1B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet L-1A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet L-1B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet L-2A dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet L-2B dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Sheet L-3 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021 and Sheet L-4 dated December 8, 2020 last revised June 23, 2021; Dwg No OS-1, titled "Overall Site Plan" dated December 08, 2020 last revised August 9, 2021; Dwg No C-4A, titled "Parking & Traffic Control Plan" dated December 08, 2020 last revised August 9, 2021; Dwg No C-4B, titled "Parking & Traffic Control Plan" dated December 08, 2020 last revised August 9, 2021; prepared by RJ O'Connell & Associates, Inc. (hereinafter the "Site Plan") although design adjustments and modifications generally associated with: (i) preparing so-called "working drawings" or (ii) site conditions shall be permitted so long as such changes do not constitute substantial changes from said plans as determined by the Building Commissioner. In the event that the Building Commissioner determines that the building plans filed with the Building Permit Application are not in substantial conformance with the Site Plan, the Applicant may request a review of said plans by the City Council Special Permits Committee who shall make a final determination. If the Special Permits Committee makes a determination that the proposed plans are not in conformance with the Site Plan, the Applicant shall be required to file a Special Permit Petition seeking approval to modify the Site Plan; 2. Except in the event of an emergency, work on the exterior of the site shall be from 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. No work on the exterior of the site shall be permitted on Sunday, or state and federal holidays recognized by the City of Woburn; 3. There shall be adequate rodent control in place prior to commencement of any site disturbance and maintained throughout all site development and construction phases. The Applicant shall provide monthly rodent control reports to both the Board of Health and the Department of Inspectional Services; 4. Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall file a snow storage and removal plan with the Department of Inspectional Services; 5. All dumpsters, if any, shall be enclosed, by means of a fence, wall or landscaping in compliance with the Woburn Zoning Ordinance and Title 8 Section VII 8-17 of the Woburn Municipal Code. In addition rodent control measures in connection with any dumpsters shall be in place and maintained; 6. As-built plans shall be provided at the conclusion of the Project to the satisfaction of the Engineering Department and Department of Inspectional Services. In addition, the Applicant shall provide interim as-built plans as required during permitting coordination with the City Engineer and Building Commissioner; 7. Landscaping shall be installed substantially in conformance with the Landscaping Plan as submitted by the Applicant to the City Council, except as otherwise provided for in these Conditions. Such landscaping shall be maintained, repaired or replaced by the Applicant and/or its successors and assigns, as needed to maintain compliance with such Landscape Plan and other applicable requirements; 8. In addition to those permanent signs approved in connection with the Project, the Applicant may display, on the Project property, temporary construction, marketing, or leasing similar signs stating appropriate and applicable information advertising the Project. All signage shall be as shown on the plans submitted to the City Council and subject to Section 23.9 of the Woburn Zoning Ordinance; 9. The Project is contingent upon the issuance of an Order of Conditions by the Woburn Conservation Commission (and/or Superseding Order of Conditions issued by MassDEP) pursuant to the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, and implementing regulations (310 CMR 10.00 et seq.), and shall comply with the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Stormwater Policy. Any material changes required in the Project as a result of the issuance of an Order of Conditions, shall be reviewed by the City Council pursuant to Condition One; 10. The Applicant shall submit monthly construction reports to the City Council, Building Commissioner, City Engineer, Fire Department and Conservation Commission; 11. A Dust Management/Mitigation plan for dust control during all phases of sitework/ construction shall be filed with the Department of Inspectional Services; 12. The Project shall not exceed 425 units; 13. The Applicant must comply with the Requirements of Section 11.11 of the Zoning Ordinance (Affordable Housing Requirement) relative to the creation of 15% affordable housing units (i.e. 15% of 425 is 64 units); 14. During the period of construction and for ongoing marketing purposes, notwithstanding any pre-conditions for the issuance of a Building Permit or Certificate of Occupancy otherwise set forth herein, the Applicant shall be entitled to designate and utilize for marketing purposes (on a temporary or permanent basis) several of the units as decorated model units for leasing purposes. The model units and leasing office(s) shall be subject to the usual requirements of the Building Commissioner with respect to building and fire code compliance; 15. All buildings in the Project will incorporate the following green building techniques helping to achieve the targeted greenhouse gas reductions: a. Water efficient landscaping will be installed to minimize water use; b. The Project will employ best practices for stormwater design and construct a new stormwater management system that meets current DEP requirements; c. Residents will have access to bicycle racks in close proximity to the buildings and interior bike storage; d. The Project will include parking spaces for hybrid and electrical vehicles as well as dual electric vehicle curb-side universal charging stations integrated into the surface parking and garage structure; e. Roof and wall installation and window glass will be designed to meet or exceed code; f. Light colored material will be used on the flat building roofs (cool roofs); g. Commitment to have "solar-ready" space available for a possible third-party photo-voltaic (PV) installation on a portion of the roofs, as possible; e. The heating/cooling system as a condensing (or instantaneous), gas-fired heat and hot water system with a 95% efficiency (AFUE 95%), and a high-efficiency air conditioning unit SEER 14. Heating and cooling efficiency will meet or exceed Code; f. The residential units will have programmable thermostats to allow residents to set back temperatures during non-occupancy times; g. High- efficiency LED fixtures will be used to reduce interior light power efficiency; h. Energy efficient LED fixtures will be used to light the parking lots and exterior walkways; i. Motion detectors in common areas to reduce energy consumption; j. Incorporation of Energy STAR appliances; k. All buildings will have low-flow toilets and shower heads; l. Faucet aerators for decreasing water consumption using mixed air; m. Onsite recycling programs, including recycling receptacles located in common areas; and n. Trash compactor in the parking garage associated with the five story building; 16. Mitigation for this Project shall be: a. Installation of a flashing beacon and advance signage at site driveway - $50,000; b. Installation of a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) at the future intersection of the MBTA Access Drive and New Boston Street - $40,000; c. Monetary contribution towards the future signalization of the New Boston Street at Merrimac Street & New Boston Street at Woburn Street/Presidential Way intersections - $150,000; e. TMA Membership - Between $5,000 and $10,000 annually; and f. Other TDM measures including bicycle racks, Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations, and posting of transit schedules for residents; and 17. The Petitioner has agreed to reduce the number of parking spaces from 782 to 702, all in favor, ROLL CALL: Campbell - No; Concannon - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - No; Ferullo - Yes; Gately - Yes; Lannan - Abstain; Mercer-Bruen - No; Tedesco - Yes; MOTION PASSES.”
Take the next two matters collectively
Motion made and 2nd to take the next two matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the next two matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by President Tedesco and Alderman Ferullo to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, be further amended by amending...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 21, 2021, and to send a communication to the City Solicitor requesting recommendation for changes by...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2021, and to send a communication to the City Solicitor requesting recommendation for changes by September 13, 2021, 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 SEPTEMBER 21, 2021, and to send a communication to the City Solicitor requesting recommendation for changes by September 13, 2021, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by President Tedesco, Alderman Ferullo, and Alderman Demers to amend Section 11.6.12 entitled "Rooftop Dining in the b-d...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 21, 2021, and to send a communication to the City Solicitor requesting recommendation for changes by...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2021, and to send a communication to the City Solicitor requesting recommendation for changes by September 13, 2021, 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 SEPTEMBER 21, 2021, and to send a communication to the City Solicitor requesting recommendation for changes by September 13, 2021, all in favor, 9-0..”
Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting
Take from the table the next matter
Motion made and 2nd to take from the table the next matter, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take from the table the next matter, all in favor, 9-0..”
Accept the communication and make it part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd to accept the communication and make it part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to accept the communication and make it part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
Approve the leave to withdraw without prejudice for the proposed signage illumination
Motion made and 2nd to approve the leave to withdraw without prejudice for the proposed signage illumination, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to approve the leave to withdraw without prejudice for the proposed signage illumination, 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..”
Committee Reports
The committee report be adopted and the order be granted — On the order to authorize Mayor to grant a Street Widening Easement over the former Stoneham Branch, now known as the Tri-Community...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED and the ORDER BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED and the ORDER BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted and the order be granted — ordinances, charter and rules On the order to amend the Woburn Municipal Code Title 2, Article xviii, Compensation of Officers and...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED and the ORDER BE GRANTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Concannon and Ferullo Abstained).
Yes: Campbell, Demers, Dillon, Gately, Lannan, Mercer-Bruen, TedescoAbstained: Concannon, Ferullo
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT be ADOPTED and the ORDER BE GRANTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Concannon and Ferullo Abstained)..”
Committee Reports — Public Safety and Licenses
The committee report be adopted — On the petition by Musto Jewelers, 186 Cambridge Road, No. 9, for renewal of Secondhand Dealers and Secondhand Collectors License., committee report was received...
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 August 5, 2021 was received from President Edward Tedesco as follows: re: Capital Budget FY 2022 Clerk Higgins: I am writing to...
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 July 21, 2021 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..”
Appointments and Elections
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record — Appointment of James A. Juliano to the Board of Trustees for the Woburn Public Library
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to Committee on Personnel — Appointment of James A. Juliano to the Board of Trustees for the Woburn Public Library
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PERSONNEL, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON PERSONNEL, all in favor, 9-0..”
Take the next five (5) matters collectively
Motion made and 2nd to take the next five (5) matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the next five (5) matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record — Motion made and 2nd to take the next five (5) matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be laid on the table — Motion made and 2nd to take the next five (5) matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0
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..”
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..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
The order be adopted — Order: The following list of Wardens, Clerks, Inspectors and Substitutes be approved for all Elections between September 1, 2021 and August 31, 2022: 1 1 June MacKenzie 20...
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..”
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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