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August 15, 2023
93 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Present: Joanne E. Campbell, Robert J. Ferullo, Joseph E. Demers, Richard F. Gately, Jeffrey P. Dillon, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Lou DiMambro, Charles Viola, Michael P. Concannon
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Regular meeting
Dispense with the reading of the previous meeting's Journal and to approve
VOTED to dispense with the reading of the previous meeting's Journal and to APPROVE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“VOTED to dispense with the reading of the previous meeting's Journal and to APPROVE, all in favor, 9-0..”
Mayor’s Communications
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated August 10, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: In June of this year,...
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 order be adopted — A communication dated August 10, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: In June of this year, the City Council approved a bond authorization...
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 communication be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated August 10, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: In 2019 the City...
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 order be adopted — A communication dated August 10, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: In 2019 the City Council approved my proposal to accept legislation...
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 matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, charter & rules — Order: Article xx, Conservation Commission, as amended, be further amended by inserting the following new section: 2-147A...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, charter & rules — Order: Compensation of Officers and Employees, be amended as follows: that Section 2-180, Base Salaries, be amended by...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, charter & rules — Order: Article xxix, Personnel, as amended, be further amended: (deletions in strikethrough/new language in bold) by...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, charter & rules — Order: Article xxviii, Compensation of Officers and Employees, be amended as follows: that Section 2-180, Base Salaries, be...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, charter & rules — Order: The Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, be further amended by revising Title 2, Administration and Personnel, Article...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, charter & rules — Order: Article xxviii, Compensation of Officers and Employees, be amended as follows: that Section 2-180, Base Salaries, be...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
Suspend the rules to take the next matter, from Communications and Reports, out of order
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the next matter, from Communications and Reports, out of order, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the next matter, from Communications and Reports, out of order, all in favor, 9-0..”
Go into Executive Session under g.l. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21(a)(3) Purpose 3 to discuss strategy relative to pending litigation in the matter of Lawless, Inc. v. Woburn City Council and that the Chair...
Motion made and 2nd to go into Executive Session under G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21(a)(3) Purpose 3 to discuss strategy relative to pending litigation in the matter of Lawless, Inc. v. Woburn City Council and that the Chair declares that if an open meeting was held on the matter this may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the City Council, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - Yes; DiMambro - Yes; Ferullo - Yes; Gately - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Viola - Yes; Concannon - Yes. Motion Passes.
From the minutes
“motion made and 2nd to go into Executive Session under G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21(a)(3) Purpose 3 to discuss strategy relative to pending litigation in the matter of Lawless, Inc. v. Woburn City Council and that the Chair declares that if an open meeting was held on the matter this may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the City Council, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - Yes; DiMambro - Yes; Ferullo - Yes; Gately - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Viola - Yes; Concannon - Yes. Motion Passes..”
Return the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Mercer-Bruen to allow reconsideration of his vote to adopt the order regarding authorizing Mayor to file applications and execute agreements...
Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Mercer-Bruen to allow reconsideration of his vote to adopt the order regarding authorizing Mayor to file applications and execute agreements related to Horn Pond Water Treatment Plant PFAS Removal (DWSRF 12538), all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Mercer-Bruen to allow reconsideration of his vote to adopt the order regarding authorizing Mayor to file applications and execute agreements related to Horn Pond Water Treatment Plant PFAS Removal (DWSRF 12538), all in favor, 9-0..” (Motion: Demers, second: Mercer-Bruen)
The matter be laid on the table — Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Mercer-Bruen to allow reconsideration of his vote to adopt the order regarding authorizing Mayor to file...
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 the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
New Petitions
The special event permit be approved — Petition by Woburn Friends of Hospice/vna Care for Special Event Permit to allow road race and health walk at Horn Pond and area streets on October 1, 2023
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT BE APPROVED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT BE APPROVED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — LCS-Woburn Venture Property Owner LLC, c/o Woburn Venture Property Owner LLC, 300 Beagan Way, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a new inflammable license...
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 jdc Realty Trust, 5 West Dexter Avenue, to amend Section 10 Cluster Development of the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by revising...
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 Sun Tree Estates, LLC, by Mark Bobrowski and Christopher J. Alphen, Blatman, Bobrowski, Haverty & Silverstein, LLC, 9 Damonmill Square, Suite...
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 Garage 42 Degrees, LLC, 20 Sonar Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Sections 5.1(57a), 7.3, and 5.1(69) of the...
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 ccf New Boston Property Company LLC, 185 Dartmouth Street, Suite 402, Boston, Massachusetts 02116, for special permits pursuant to Sections...
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..”
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 Connect Therapy & Wellness, 30 Orange Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 5.1(33b) of the 1985...
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 Treetop Home LLC, 100 Tower Office Park Drive, Suite 1, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 7.3 of the 1985...
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 Aaron Equipment & Supply LLC, 29 Draper Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section 5.1(57b) of the 1985...
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 jfso Realty of Massachusetts LLC, 323 Andover Street, Suite 3, Wilmington, Massachusetts 01887, for a special permit pursuant to Sections...
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 pdc Renol/lv/phx lpiv, LLC, 980 Sandhill Road, Suite 100, Reno, Nevada 89521, for a special permit pursuant to Sections 5.1(45) and 12.2.4 of...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by LCS Woburn LLC, 400 Locust Street, Suite 820, Des Moines, Iowa 50309, request for minor modification to...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
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, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 9-0..”
The minor modification be granted — On the petition by LCS Woburn LLC, 400 Locust Street, Suite 820, Des Moines, Iowa 50309, request for minor modification to previously issued special permit to...
Motion made and 2nd that the MINOR MODIFICATION BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MINOR MODIFICATION BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Return the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
Public Hearings
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to install approximately 341...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications 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 for grant of right in a way to install approximately 341 feet of conduit from...
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 19, 2023 — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 19, 2023, 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 19, 2023, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to install approximately 574...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications 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 for grant of right in a way to install approximately 574 feet of conduit from...
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 19, 2023 — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 19, 2023, 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 19, 2023, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to install approximately 44...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications 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 for grant of right in a way to install approximately 44 feet of conduit from...
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 19, 2023 — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 19, 2023, 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 19, 2023, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to install approximately 96...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications 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 for grant of right in a way to install approximately 96 feet of conduit from...
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 19, 2023 — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 19, 2023, 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 19, 2023, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to install one new hip guy on...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications 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 for grant of right in a way to install one new hip guy on existing pole...
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 19, 2023 — On the petition by NStar Electric Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of right in a way to...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 19, 2023, 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 19, 2023, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Craft Detailing Inc., 25 Eastbrook Road, Dedham, Massachusetts 02026, for a special permit to allow for...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications 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 Craft Detailing Inc., 25 Eastbrook Road, Dedham, Massachusetts 02026, for a special permit to allow for the following: 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 closed — On the petition by Craft Detailing Inc., 25 Eastbrook Road, Dedham, Massachusetts 02026, for a special permit to allow for the following: 1
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 chemicals must go into an oil/water separator; and 2. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00...
Motion made and 2nd that the special permit be GRANTED with the following conditions: 1. That the chemicals must go into an oil/water separator; and 2. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 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 chemicals must go into an oil/water separator; and 2. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., all in favor, 9-0..”
The documents be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by ram 0 Cross Street LLC, 304 Cambridge Road, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, to amend Section 20 Woburn Loop...
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the documents 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 ram 0 Cross Street LLC, 304 Cambridge Road, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, to amend Section 20 Woburn Loop Bikeway/Greenway...
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 19, 2023, and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, charter & rules — On the petition...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 19, 2023, AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & 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 19, 2023, AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by CVS Pharmacy Inc., 1 CVS Drive, Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895, for a modification of special permit dated...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The two conditions and one finding be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd that the two conditions and one finding be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9- 0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the two conditions and one finding 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 CVS Pharmacy Inc., 1 CVS Drive, Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895, for a modification of special permit dated April 21, 2020...
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 CVS Pharmacy Inc., 1 CVS Drive, Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895, for a modification of special permit dated April 21, 2020 pursuant to Section...
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..”
Make the following finding under Section 7.3: The City Council in granting this Special Permit finds that the alteration of the nonconforming structure and use will not be more substantially...
Motion made and 2nd to make the following finding under Section 7.3: The City Council in granting this Special Permit finds that the alteration of the nonconforming structure and use will not be more substantially detrimental than the existing nonconforming structure and use to the existing neighborhood, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to make the following finding under Section 7.3: The City Council in granting this Special Permit finds that the alteration of the nonconforming structure and use will not be more substantially detrimental than the existing nonconforming structure and use to the existing neighborhood, all in favor, 9-0..”
The following conditions be approved: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Site Plan for Aura...
Motion made and 2nd that the following conditions be approved: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Site Plan for Aura Nail and Spa, 175 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801" prepared by R.J. O'Connell & Associates Inc., Sheet SP-1 dated July 5, 2023 (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; and 2. The hours of operation for the salon and spa shall be Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the following conditions be approved: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Site Plan for Aura Nail and Spa, 175 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801" prepared by R.J. O'Connell & Associates Inc., Sheet SP-1 dated July 5, 2023 (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; and 2. The hours of operation for the salon and spa shall be Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., all in favor, 9-0..”
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 "Site Plan for Aura Nail and Spa, 175 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801" prepared by R.J. O'Connell & Associates Inc., Sheet SP-1 dated July 5, 2023 (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; and 2. The hours of operation for the salon and spa shall be Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 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. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Site Plan for Aura Nail and Spa, 175 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801" prepared by R.J. O'Connell & Associates Inc., Sheet SP-1 dated July 5, 2023 (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; and 2. The hours of operation for the salon and spa shall be Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., all in favor, 9-0..”
Take a five minute recess
Motion made and 2nd to take a five minute recess, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take a five 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..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Chick-fil-A, Inc., 5200 Buffington Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30349, for a special permit to allow for the...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The documents be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Chick-fil-A, Inc., 5200 Buffington Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30349, for a special permit to allow for the...
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The document be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Chick-fil-A, Inc., 5200 Buffington Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30349, for a special permit to allow for the following...
Motion made and 2nd that the document be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the document 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 Chick-fil-A, Inc., 5200 Buffington Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30349, for a special permit to allow for the following pursuant to...
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..”
Allow the City Solicitor and City Engineer to enter into a Traffic Study peer review, at the cost of the petitioner, and authorize the City Council President to sign on behalf of the Council
Motion made and 2nd to allow the City Solicitor and City Engineer to enter into a Traffic Study peer review, at the cost of the petitioner, and authorize the City Council President to sign on behalf of the Council, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to allow the City Solicitor and City Engineer to enter into a Traffic Study peer review, at the cost of the petitioner, and authorize the City Council President to sign on behalf of the Council, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on October 3, 2023, and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — On the petition by Chick-fil-A,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON October 3, 2023, 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 October 3, 2023, AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0..”
Send a communication to DPW Superintendent Jay Duran to let him know of the scheduling of the petition and request his comments
Motion made and 2nd to send a communication to DPW Superintendent Jay Duran to let him know of the scheduling of the petition and request his comments, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to send a communication to DPW Superintendent Jay Duran to let him know of the scheduling of the petition and request his comments, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by New England Laboratory Casework, Co., Inc., 3 Arrow Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The documents be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by New England Laboratory Casework, Co., Inc., 3 Arrow Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit to...
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the documents 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 New England Laboratory Casework, Co., Inc., 3 Arrow Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit to allow for the...
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 New England Laboratory Casework, Co., Inc., 3 Arrow Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit to allow for the following: 1. the...
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..”
Allow the petitioner to withdraw without prejudice the petitioner's request to construct a two (2) story approximately 6,600 square foot addition to the existing building
Motion made and 2nd to allow the petitioner to withdraw without prejudice the petitioner's request to construct a two (2) story approximately 6,600 square foot addition to the existing building, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to allow the petitioner to withdraw without prejudice the petitioner's request to construct a two (2) story approximately 6,600 square foot addition to the existing building, all in favor, 9-0..”
Make the following finding under Section 7.3: The proposed use by the Petitioner is consistent with the past use of the property and is not substantially more detrimental than the existing...
Motion made and 2nd to make the following finding under Section 7.3: The proposed use by the Petitioner is consistent with the past use of the property and is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to make the following finding under Section 7.3: The proposed use by the Petitioner is consistent with the past use of the property and is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood, all in favor, 9-0..”
The following conditions as revised on August 15, 2023 be approved: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project...
Motion made and 2nd that the following conditions as revised on August 15, 2023 be approved: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Layout and Materials Plan" dated June 28, 2023, revised July 24, 2023 and revised August 15, 2023 prepared by Civil Design Consultants Inc., 344 North Main Street, Andover, MA 01810 (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 three (3) box trucks parked overnight at the site shall be registered in the City of Woburn; 4. Excep
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the following conditions as revised on August 15, 2023 be approved: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Layout and Materials Plan" dated June 28, 2023, revised July 24, 2023 and revised August 15, 2023 prepared by Civil Design Consultants Inc., 344 North Main Street, Andover, MA 01810 (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 three (3) box trucks parked overnight at the site shall be registered in the City of Woburn; 4. Except for the three (3) box trucks described in Condition 3, no parking of commercial vehicles overnight on the premises shall be allowed; 5. The Petitioner shall install signage as shown on the Site Plan informing truck drivers that no overnight parking or the dropping of trailers after 7:00 p.m. is allowed.; 6. Except in the event of an emergency, work on the exterior of the site shall be restricted to 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday; and 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. No work on the exterior of the site shall be permitted on, Sunday or state and federal holidays recognized by the City of Woburn; 7. The Petitioner shall use best efforts to install the Noise Mitigation Plan attached to this Decision as Attachment A, all in favor, 9-0..”
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 "Layout and Materials Plan" dated June 28, 2023, revised July 24, 2023 and revised August 15, 2023 prepared by Civil Design Consultants Inc., 344 North Main Street, Andover, MA 01810 (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 three (3) box trucks parked overnight at the site shall be registered in the City of Woburn; 4. Except for th
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 "Layout and Materials Plan" dated June 28, 2023, revised July 24, 2023 and revised August 15, 2023 prepared by Civil Design Consultants Inc., 344 North Main Street, Andover, MA 01810 (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 three (3) box trucks parked overnight at the site shall be registered in the City of Woburn; 4. Except for the three (3) box trucks described in Condition 3, no parking of commercial vehicles overnight on the premises shall be allowed; 5. The Petitioner shall install signage as shown on the Site Plan informing truck drivers that no overnight parking or the dropping of trailers after 7:00 p.m. is allowed.; 6. Except in the event of an emergency, work on the exterior of the site shall be restricted to 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday; and 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. No work on the exterior of the site shall be permitted on, Sunday or state and federal holidays recognized by the City of Woburn; 7. The Petitioner shall use best efforts to install the Noise Mitigation Plan attached to this Decision as Attachment A, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by 288 mishrd LLC c/o Tim Casey, 430 East First Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02127, for a special permit...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications 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 288 mishrd LLC c/o Tim Casey, 430 East First Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02127, for a special permit under Section 7.3 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 continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 19, 2023 — On the petition by 288 mishrd LLC c/o Tim Casey, 430 East First Street, Boston, Massachusetts...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 19, 2023, 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 19, 2023, all in favor, 9-0..”
Committee Reports — Ordinances, Charter and Rules
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc Section 2-59 and Section 2-68 regarding new position of Deputy Chief of Police, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc Section 2-180 Base Salaries and Section 2-190 Sick Leave, Attendance Records, Vacation and Other Incentives, regarding new position of...
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 July 12, 2023, 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..”
The matter be received and placed on file — A communication dated August 9, 2023, was received from Charles O'Connor, Parking Clerk, Police Headquarters, 25 Harrison Avenue as follows: Council...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
The order be adopted — Order: 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, 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 Meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023 is hereby canceled due to the Municipal Preliminary Election
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 matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinance, charter & rules — Order: The Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, be further amended by revising Title 12 Streets, Sidewalks & Public Places, by...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCE, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCE, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinance, charter & rules — Order: The Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, be further amended by revising Title 2, Administration and Personnel, Article...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCE, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCE, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — Order: Article III, Section 12-5 of the Woburn Municipal Code, the City Council lay out Tower Park Drive as a public way in...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Infrastructure and Public Lands — Order: Article III, Section 12-5 of the Woburn Municipal Code, the City Council lay out Tower Park Drive as a public...
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..”
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..”
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