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August 16, 2022
76 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The roll call marks Robert J. Ferullo absent.
Present: Joanne E. Campbell, Joseph E. Demers, Richard F. Gately, Jeffrey P. Dillon, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Lou DiMambro, Charles Viola, Michael P. Concannon
Absent: Robert J. Ferullo
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, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“VOTED to dispense with the reading of the previous meeting's Journal and to APPROVE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Mayor’s Communications
Send a communication to the City Engineer inviting him to the committee meeting
Motion made and 2nd to send a communication to the City Engineer inviting him to the committee meeting, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to send a communication to the City Engineer inviting him to the committee meeting, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Finance — Order: The sum of $5.000.00 be and is hereby transferred as so stated: From: Traffic Safety and Infrastructure $5,000.00 To: Acct#...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Send a communication to the City Engineer inviting him to the committee meeting
Motion made and 2nd to send a communication to the City Engineer inviting him to the committee meeting, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to send a communication to the City Engineer inviting him to the committee meeting, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Finance — Order: The sum of $19,550.00 be and is hereby transferred as so stated From: Traffic Safety and Infrastructure $19,550.00 To: Washington Street...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Finance — Order: The City of Woburn appropriates the sum of One Million Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,400,000) to pay for the costs of acquiring a...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
New Petitions
Approve the special event permit
Motion made and 2nd to APPROVE THE SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to APPROVE THE SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Public Safety and License — Petition by Jeraism Services Inc., 111 Locust Street, Town House 21, Woburn, Massachusetts, 01801 for a New Livery License...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated August 3, 2022, was received from Thomas Gallione, Safety Officer for Ultra Intelligence &...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Public Safety and License — A communication dated August 3, 2022, was received from Thomas Gallione, Safety Officer for Ultra Intelligence &...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Public Safety and License — Petition by Woburn Bowladrome Inc., 32 Montvale Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801 for renewal of Bowling Alley License
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy, for grant of right in a way to install 52 feet of conduit, in East Dexter Avenue
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Comcast for grant of right in a way to install a new conduit, at 1 Hill Street
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by John Luther Bonanno Construction Inc, 239 Salem Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for special permit pursuant to Section 5.5 of the 1985...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Carden Muffin, Inc. d/b/a Graze Craze, 4 Mostika Road, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 5.1(29), Section...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Dan N. Zhu d/b/a Jo Salon, 3 Dunstable Street, Charlestown, Massachusetts 02129, for a special permit pursuant to Section 5.1(33b) of the...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Veir Inc, 3 Gill Street Suite D, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 5.1(57b) and Section 5.1(66) of the...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated August 10, 2022, was received from Attorney Joseph R. Tarby, III, Rubin and Rudman llp, 600 Unicorn Park...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — A communication dated August 10, 2022, was received from Attorney Joseph R. Tarby, III, Rubin and Rudman llp, 600 Unicorn Park Drive,...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated August 11, 2022, was received from Attorney Mark T. Vaughn, Reimer & Braunstein llp, 700 District...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be laid on the table — A communication dated August 11, 2022, was received from Attorney Mark T. Vaughn, Reimer & Braunstein llp, 700 District Avenue, Burlington, Massachusetts 01803,...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE LAID ON THE TABLE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE LAID ON THE TABLE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Public Hearings
Take the next two matters collectively
Motion made and 2nd to take the next two matters collectively, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the next two matters collectively, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by ccf New Boston Property Company LLC, 185 Dartmouth Street, Suite 402, Boston, Massachusetts 02116, for...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by ccf New Boston Property Company LLC, 185 Dartmouth Street, Suite 402, Boston, Massachusetts 02116, for Special Permits...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 20, 2022 — On the petition by ccf New Boston Property Company LLC, 185 Dartmouth Street, Suite 402, Boston,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022 , all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022 , all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by ccf New Boston Property Company LLC, 185 Dartmouth Street, Suite 402, Boston, Massachusetts 02116, for...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by ccf New Boston Property Company LLC, 185 Dartmouth Street, Suite 402, Boston, Massachusetts 02116, for Special Permits...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 20, 2022 — On the petition by ccf New Boston Property Company LLC, 185 Dartmouth Street, Suite 402, Boston,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022 , all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022 , all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by U-Haul Co. of Massachusetts and Ohio, Inc., 31 Olympia Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for special...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by U-Haul Co. of Massachusetts and Ohio, Inc., 31 Olympia Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for special permit pursuant to...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 20, 2022 — On the petition by U-Haul Co. of Massachusetts and Ohio, Inc., 31 Olympia Avenue, Woburn,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022, all in favor, 8-0- 1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022, all in favor, 8-0- 1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Take the matter of Woburn Avalon LLC for a minor modification to approve a patio canopy in the Woburn Village at 290 Mishawum Road, from the table
Motion made and 2nd to take the matter of Woburn Avalon LLC for a minor modification to approve a patio canopy in the Woburn Village at 290 Mishawum Road, from the table, all in favor, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the matter of Woburn Avalon LLC for a minor modification to approve a patio canopy in the Woburn Village at 290 Mishawum Road, from the table, all in favor, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Grant the minor modification with the following condition: The restaurant patio canopy shall substantially conform with the design intent shown on the renderings entitled "Exterior Elevations,...
Motion made and 2nd TO GRANT THE MINOR MODIFICATION with the following condition: The restaurant patio canopy shall substantially conform with the design intent shown on the renderings entitled "Exterior Elevations, Caffe Nero, Sheets A300 and A400" dated March 18, 2022. The patio canopy may be open air or modified to be fully enclosed, but any wall enclosure shall be constructed with glass panels and shall not have plastic walls at the ground level, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd TO GRANT THE MINOR MODIFICATION with the following condition: The restaurant patio canopy shall substantially conform with the design intent shown on the renderings entitled "Exterior Elevations, Caffe Nero, Sheets A300 and A400" dated March 18, 2022. The patio canopy may be open air or modified to be fully enclosed, but any wall enclosure shall be constructed with glass panels and shall not have plastic walls at the ground level, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by c.n. Wood Enviro LLC, 200 Merrimac Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit to amend...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by c.n. Wood Enviro LLC, 200 Merrimac Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit to amend Landowner's Decision and...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by c.n. Wood Enviro LLC, 200 Merrimac Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit to amend Landowner's Decision and Notice of Special...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Grant the special permit — On the petition by c.n. Wood Enviro LLC, 200 Merrimac Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit to amend Landowner's Decision and Notice of Special...
Motion made and 2nd to GRANT THE SPECIAL PERMIT, all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to GRANT THE SPECIAL PERMIT, all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The photos be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd that the photos be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the photos be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Guardado Landscaping, 11 Green Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Guardado Landscaping, 11 Green Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinance, as amended,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The special permit be granted with the following conditions: 1. The hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; 2. The petitioner shall paint the building; 3. The traffic markings for the...
Motion made and 2nd THAT THE SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED with the following conditions: 1. The hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; 2. The petitioner shall paint the building; 3. The traffic markings for the spots out front shall be striped; 4. The petitioner shall be limited to three (3) vehicles parked out front of the building; 5. All vehicles shall be registered in the City of Woburn; 6. No materials shall be stored on site; 7. The vehicles to be parked overnight on site include three (3) trucks (consisting of a ¾ ton truck, a ton truck, and a bobcat), and two (2) landscaping trailers; and 8. Petitioner shall repair and maintain fence on the easterly side of the property, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd THAT THE SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED with the following conditions: 1. The hours of operation shall be 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; 2. The petitioner shall paint the building; 3. The traffic markings for the spots out front shall be striped; 4. The petitioner shall be limited to three (3) vehicles parked out front of the building; 5. All vehicles shall be registered in the City of Woburn; 6. No materials shall be stored on site; 7. The vehicles to be parked overnight on site include three (3) trucks (consisting of a ¾ ton truck, a ton truck, and a bobcat), and two (2) landscaping trailers; and 8. Petitioner shall repair and maintain fence on the easterly side of the property, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by McDonald's Real Estate Company, 110 N. Carpenter Street, Chicago, Illinois 60607, request for a special...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The proposed working conditions be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd that the proposed working conditions be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the proposed working conditions be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Adopt the amendment to Condition No. 3
Motion made and 2nd to adopt the amendment to Condition No. 3, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to adopt the amendment to Condition No. 3, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by McDonald's Real Estate Company, 110 N. Carpenter Street, Chicago, Illinois 60607, request for a special permit pursuant to the...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by McDonald's Real Estate Company, 110 N. Carpenter Street, Chicago, Illinois 60607, request for a special permit pursuant to the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The special permit be granted 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...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED 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 "Proposed Site Plan Documents" for Leggat McCall Properties, Existing McDonald's W/Drive-Thru dated February 2, 2022, revised April 20, 2022, revised June 7, 2022 and revised August 9, 2022, Sheet C-101; Sheet C-102; Sheet C-201; Sheet C-202; Sheet C-301; Sheet C-401; and Sheet C-901 prepared by Bohler, 352 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772 (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. All dumpsters shall be enclosed, by means of a fence, wall or landscaping i
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED 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 "Proposed Site Plan Documents" for Leggat McCall Properties, Existing McDonald's W/Drive-Thru dated February 2, 2022, revised April 20, 2022, revised June 7, 2022 and revised August 9, 2022, Sheet C-101; Sheet C-102; Sheet C-201; Sheet C-202; Sheet C-301; Sheet C-401; and Sheet C-901 prepared by Bohler, 352 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772 (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. All dumpsters shall be enclosed, by means of a fence, wall or landscaping in compliance with the Woburn Zoning Ordinances; 3. All vehicle and pedestrian directional markings on site shall be repainted annually in May or June; 4. That all conditions of any prior special permits shall remain in effect unless modified herein; and 5. Petitioner shall plant one tree in the largest of the "islands" proposed to be created via pavement striping, behind the drive-through in locations noted as "Point B" and "Point C", all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by President Concannon, per request of the Mayor, to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by adding a new...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 20, 2022 — On the petition by President Concannon, per request of the Mayor, to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Take a five minute recess
Motion made and 2nd to take a five minute recess, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take a five minute recess, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent records
Motion made and 2nd that the PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent records, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent records, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The document dated June 28, 2022, be received and made part of the permanent records — tdc Development Group, LLC, 125 High Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110, to amend the 1985 City of Woburn...
Motion made and 2nd that the document dated June 28, 2022, be received and made part of the permanent records, all in favor, 7-1-1 (Gately Opposed, Ferullo Absent).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaNo: Gately
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the document dated June 28, 2022, be received and made part of the permanent records, all in favor, 7-1-1 (Gately Opposed, Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — tdc Development Group, LLC, 125 High Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110, to amend the 1985 City of Woburn Zoning Ordinance, as amended, to add...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 20, 2022, and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinance, Charter and Rules — tdc Development...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022, AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCE, CHARTER AND RULES, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 20, 2022, AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCE, CHARTER AND RULES, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Unfinished Business of Preceding Meeting
The order be adopted — Order: The Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, be further amended by revising Title 2, Article vii, 2-41 Human Resources Director; Planning and Direction of Personnel Program...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-1-1 (Gately Opposed, Ferullo Absent).
Yes: Campbell, Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaNo: Gately
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-1-1 (Gately Opposed, Ferullo Absent)..”
The order be adopted — Order: The Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, be further amended by revising Title 2, Article xviii, Compensation of Officers and Employees as follows (deletion in...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Committee Reports — Finance
The committee report be adopted — A committee report was received "ought to pass" for the following: ordered That the sum of $4,196,640.00 be and is hereby transferred as so stated From:...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — A committee report was received "ought to pass" for the following: ordered That the sum of $218,775.12 be and is hereby transferred as so stated From: Mayor's...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — A committee report was received "ought to pass" for the following: ordered That the sum of $20,000.00 be and is hereby transferred as so stated From: Traffic...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Citizen’s Participation
The matter be received and placed on file — communications and reports A communication dated July 26, 2022, was received from Charles O'Connor, Parking Clerk, Police Headquarters, 25 Harrison...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
The order be adopted — Order: In accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 54, as amended, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to notify and to warn such of the inhabitants...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The order be adopted — Order: The following list of Wardens, Clerks, Inspectors and Substitutes be approved for all Elections between September 1, 2022 and August 31, 2023: Diane Ahern 2 Keith...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The order be adopted — Order: Pursuant to Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2022, the Votes Act, the Woburn City Council votes to authorize that at least one (1) police officer will be assigned to each...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Liaison — Order: Whereas, on November 8, 2016, the residents of Woburn voted to prohibit the possession, use, and transfer of marijuana and products...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Liaison — orderd Whereas, the City of Woburn ("City") has various issues with telephone poles located in the City, including but limited to double poles,...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Suspend the rules and allow for the following two late filing to be added to the Order of the Day
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules and allow for the following two late filing to be added to the Order of the Day, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules and allow for the following two late filing to be added to the Order of the Day, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Finance — Order: The sum of $12,000.00 be and is hereby transferred as so stated From: Traffic Safety and Infrastructure $12,000.00 To: Acct#...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
Approve the special event permit
Motion made and 2nd to APPROVE THE SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT, all in favor, 7-0-1-1 (Ferullo Absent, Campbell Abstained).
Yes: Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaAbstained: Campbell
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to APPROVE THE SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT, all in favor, 7-0-1-1 (Ferullo Absent, Campbell Abstained)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
The journal gives the count as 9-0, which does not add up with the eight members on the roll call (Joanne E. Campbell, Joseph E. Demers, Richard F. Gately, Jeffrey P. Dillon, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Lou DiMambro, Charles Viola and Michael P. Concannon). Showing the count only.
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, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Ferullo Absent)..”
From the Woburn City Council’s official journals (its minutes), posted on the city’s Minutes & Agendas page (City Council). We check every vote against the councilors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the city’s website has no councilor photos): Robert Toro, Joseph Demers (courtesy of each), Jeffrey Dillon, Lou DiMambro and Charles Viola from Woburn Patch (2019–2023); Yano Amara (December 31, 2025) and Darlene Mercer-Bruen (July 23, 2021, captioned group photo, cropped) from the Daily Times Chronicle; William Pappalardo and Robert Ferullo cropped from the Daily Times Chronicle’s captioned 2026 City Council photo (January 7, 2026). Former councilors show initials.
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