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November 16, 2021
58 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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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..”
Mayor’s Communications
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record and to suspend the rules to allow His Honor Mayor Galvin or designee to speak — A communication dated November 10, 2021...
Motion made and 2nd that any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record and to suspend the rules to allow His Honor Mayor Galvin or designee to speak, 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 and to suspend the rules to allow His Honor Mayor Galvin or designee to speak, all in favor, 9-0..”
Take a five (5) minute recess
Motion made and 2nd to take a five (5) minute recess, all in favor, 9- 0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to 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..”
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
New Petitions
The matter be referred to the Committee on Public Safety and License — Petitions for renewal of Second Class Motor Vehicles Sales Licenses by the following: Southside Associates, Inc. dba Burke's...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Public Safety and License — Petition for renewal of Third Class Motor Vehicles Sales Licenses by Woburn Truck and Auto, Inc. located at 1095R Main Street
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Jackson Lumber for special permit: 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 updated version be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made 2nd that the updated version be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made 2nd that the updated version be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
Substitute the order with the one as presented tonight
Motion made and 2nd to substitute the order with the one as presented tonight, all in favor, 9- 0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to substitute the order with the one as presented tonight, all in favor, 9- 0..”
The revised order be referred to public hearing
Motion made and 2nd that the REVISED ORDER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the REVISED ORDER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
Public Hearings
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Mass General Brigham, 399 Revolution Drive, Somerville, Massachusetts 02145, for special permit...
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 Mass General Brigham, 399 Revolution Drive, Somerville, Massachusetts 02145, for special permit pursuant to Section 13.7 of...
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 Mass General Brigham, 399 Revolution Drive, Somerville, Massachusetts 02145, for special permit pursuant to Section 13.7 of the 1985 City 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..”
Grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. That petition site the packet of information and sign details prepared by dcl Design Communications Ltd. dated February 5, 2021; and 2....
Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. That petition site the packet of information and sign details prepared by DCL Design Communications Ltd. dated February 5, 2021; and 2. Any and all other previously existing conditions remain in full force and effect unless otherwise modified herein, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. That petition site the packet of information and sign details prepared by DCL Design Communications Ltd. dated February 5, 2021; and 2. Any and all other previously existing conditions remain in full force and effect unless otherwise modified herein, all in favor, 9-0..”
Any and all communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy, and Verizon, New England Inc. for grant of right...
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 NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy, and Verizon, New England Inc. for grant of right in a way to install...
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 December 7, 2021 — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy, and Verizon, New England Inc....
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON December 7, 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 December 7, 2021, all in favor, 9-0..”
Suspend the rules to add the next matter to the Order of the Day
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to add the next matter to the Order of the Day, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to add the next matter to the Order of the Day, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing on December 7, 2021 — NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy, and Verizon, New England Inc. for grant of right in a way to install one new pole...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING on December 7, 2021, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING on December 7, 2021, 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 public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Lawless Inc., 196 Lexington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit request that the Landowner's Decision...
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 December 7, 2021, and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — On the petition by Lawless...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON December 7, 2021, and that the matter be REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON December 7, 2021, and that the matter be REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0..”
The power point presentation be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd to that the power point presentation be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to that the power point presentation 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 Lawless Inc., 196 Lexington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 7.3 and Site Plan...
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 2005 Decision be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd that the 2005 Decision be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the 2005 Decision be received 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 December 7, and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — On the petition by Lawless Inc., 196...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON December 7, and that the matter be REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON December 7, and 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 tdc Development Group, LLC, 125 High Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110, to amend the 1985 Woburn...
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 power point presentation be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd to that the power point presentation be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to that the power point presentation 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 tdc Development Group, LLC, 125 High Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110, to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, 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..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on December 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 December 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 December 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 Kristin L. Moraes, 10 Frederick Drive, 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, 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 Kristin L. Moraes, 10 Frederick Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for special permit pursuant to Section 5.1(56) of the 1985...
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 Kristin L. Moraes, 10 Frederick Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for special permit pursuant to Section 5.1(56) of the 1985 City of Woburn...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Grant the special permit with the following condition: 1. That the plan of record date be February 3, 2020, further revised March 12, 2020, further revised April 19, 2020, further revised November...
Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following condition: 1. That the plan of record date be February 3, 2020, further revised March 12, 2020, further revised April 19, 2020, further revised November 15, 2021, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following condition: 1. That the plan of record date be February 3, 2020, further revised March 12, 2020, further revised April 19, 2020, further revised November 15, 2021, all in favor, 9-0..”
Grant the leave to withdraw without prejudice for 1 vehicle
Motion made and 2nd to grant the leave to withdraw without prejudice for 1 vehicle, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to grant the leave to withdraw without prejudice for 1 vehicle, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Rentokil North America, d/b/a Ambius, 27 Draper Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section...
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 Rentokil North America, d/b/a Ambius, 27 Draper Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 5.1(57b) of the 1985...
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..”
Councilor Demers made a motion to reconsider and 2nd
Councilor Demers made a motion to reconsider and 2nd, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Councilor Demers made a motion to reconsider and 2nd, all in favor, 9-0..” (Motion: Demers)
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Rentokil North America, d/b/a Ambius, 27 Draper Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 5.1(57b) of the 1985...
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..”
Grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. That the petitioner be limited to overnight parking of the following vehicles: 4 16-feet medium duty trucks, 1 transit van, 3 small...
Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. That the petitioner be limited to overnight parking of the following vehicles: 4 16-feet medium duty trucks, 1 transit van, 3 small service vehicle vans, and 3 small pickup trucks; 2. Hours of operation will be Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and 3. All commercial vehicles parked overnight at the site shall be registered in the City of Woburn, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. That the petitioner be limited to overnight parking of the following vehicles: 4 16-feet medium duty trucks, 1 transit van, 3 small service vehicle vans, and 3 small pickup trucks; 2. Hours of operation will be Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and 3. All commercial vehicles parked overnight at the site shall be registered in the City of Woburn, all in favor, 9-0..”
The PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd that the PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PowerPoint presentation 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 Garage 42 Degrees, LLC, 20 Sonar Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 7.3 and 5.1(69)...
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 conditions from the petitioner
Motion made and 2nd to accept conditions from the petitioner, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to accept conditions from the petitioner, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Garage 42 Degrees, LLC, 20 Sonar Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 7.3 and 5.1(69) of the 1985 City 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..”
Grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "30...
Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "30 Sonar Drive Redevelopment, 30 Sonar Drive, Woburn, MA Site Layout Plan" dated October 5, 2021 prepared by Howard Stein Hudson, 11 Beacon Street, Suite 1010, Boston, MA 02108 (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 the 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. A snow plow removal plan shall be filed with the Building Commissioner prior to occupancy; 3. All dumpsters and waste containers shall be enclosed by means of a fence, wall or landscaping in compliance with the Woburn Zoning Ordinances; 4. The dumpst
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to grant the special permit with the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "30 Sonar Drive Redevelopment, 30 Sonar Drive, Woburn, MA Site Layout Plan" dated October 5, 2021 prepared by Howard Stein Hudson, 11 Beacon Street, Suite 1010, Boston, MA 02108 (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 the 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. A snow plow removal plan shall be filed with the Building Commissioner prior to occupancy; 3. All dumpsters and waste containers shall be enclosed by means of a fence, wall or landscaping in compliance with the Woburn Zoning Ordinances; 4. The dumpster shall only be emptied between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.; and that the City Council makes the following finding under Section 7.3 that that preexisting non-conforming extension or alteration is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood, all in favor, 9-0..”
Suspend the rules to take from the table the next matter under Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take from the table the next matter under Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take from the table the next matter under Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting, all in favor, 9-0..”
Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting
The order be adopted — Order: The Mayor be and is hereby authorized to release all of the City's right, title and interest in a 15' wide water easement over and upon the property located at 1...
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..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
The order be adopted — From the Traffic Commission: ordered Be it ordered that Schedule 1 Parking Restrictions of the 2017 Woburn Traffic Code, as amended, be further amended by adding the...
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 City Council Regular Meetings for December 21, 2021 shall begin at 6:00 p.m
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..”
Suspend the rules to add the next three matters to the Order of the Day
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to add the next three matters to the Order of the Day, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to add the next three matters to the Order of the Day, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be laid on the table — Order: The sum of $125,000.00 be and is hereby appropriated as so stated: To: Veterans Cash Aid $125,000.00 Acct# 0154357-577000
Motion made and 2nd to that the matter be laid on the table, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to that the matter be laid on the table, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be laid on the table — Order: The sum of $220,000.00 be and is hereby appropriated as so stated: To: Increased Utility Costs / FY2022 $220,000.00 Acct# 0112152-521100
Motion made and 2nd to that the matter be laid on the table, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to that the matter be laid on the table, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be laid on the table — Order: Authorizing the Mayor to expend $2,500,000 of federal funds received from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA)
Motion made and 2nd to that the matter be laid on the table, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to that the matter be laid on the table, all in favor, 9-0..”
Suspend the Rule 22, in order to have a committee meeting on November 29, 2021, if need be
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the Rule 22, in order to have a committee meeting on November 29, 2021, if need be, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the Rule 22, in order to have a committee meeting on November 29, 2021, if need be, all in favor, 9-0..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
Adjourn
Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 9-0..”
From the Woburn City Council’s official journals (its minutes), posted on the city’s Minutes & Agendas page (City Council). We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the city’s website has no councilor photos): Robert Toro, Joseph Demers (courtesy of each), Jeffrey Dillon, Lou DiMambro and Charles Viola from Woburn Patch (2019–2023); Yano Amara (December 31, 2025) and Darlene Mercer-Bruen (July 23, 2021, captioned group photo, cropped) from the Daily Times Chronicle; William Pappalardo and Robert Ferullo cropped from the Daily Times Chronicle’s captioned 2026 City Council photo (January 7, 2026). Former councilors show initials.
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