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September 19, 2023
106 recorded votes, 10 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The roll call marks Joanne E. Campbell absent.
Present: Robert J. Ferullo, Joseph E. Demers, Richard F. Gately, Jeffrey P. Dillon, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Lou DiMambro, Charles Viola, Michael P. Concannon
Absent: Joanne E. Campbell
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 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
Suspend the rules to take the next matter from motions, orders and resolutions, out of order
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the next matter from MOTIONS, ORDERS AND RESOLUTIONS, out of order, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the next matter from MOTIONS, ORDERS AND RESOLUTIONS, out of order, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, Eagle Scout is the highest honor for Boys Scouts of America; and Whereas, Woburn resident, Matthew Frizzell, became a member of Troop 502 in Woburn,...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, Eagle Scout is the highest honor for Boys Scouts of America; and Whereas, Woburn resident, Daniel Ayanian, became a member of Troop 502 in Woburn,...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Mayor’s Communications
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: re: Audit year end...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
Suspend the rules to allow His Honor Mayor Galvin, and/or his designees, to speak
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow His Honor Mayor Galvin, and/or his designees, to speak, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow His Honor Mayor Galvin, and/or his designees, to speak, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be placed on file — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: re: Audit year end 6/30/22 Dear President Concannon and...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record for the related order — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record for the related order, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record for the related order, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communications be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated September 7, 2023 was received from Casey Hagerty, Economic Development Manager, regarding "Opting in...
Motion made and 2nd that the communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Liaison — A communication dated September 7, 2023 was received from Casey Hagerty, Economic Development Manager, regarding "Opting in to Mass...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communications be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: Hurld Park is...
Motion made and 2nd that the communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The order be adopted — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: Hurld Park is being designed and constructed as a 11.3-acre...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: In accordance with...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
The order be adopted — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: In accordance with the provisions of m.g.l. c.44 §53A, I am...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from Ellen Callahan Doucette, City Solicitor, as follows: Re: Order to...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, charter & rules — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from Ellen Callahan Doucette, City Solicitor, as follows: Re: Order...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from Ellen Callahan Doucette, City Solicitor, as follows: Re: Order to...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, charter & rules — A communication dated September 13, 2023 was received from Ellen Callahan Doucette, City Solicitor, as follows: Re: Order...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER & RULES, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated September 11, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: Re: Section 26 -...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — A communication dated September 11, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as follows: Re: Section 26 - Solar Photovoltaic...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record for the related order — A communication dated September 15, 2023 was received from His Honor the Mayor Scott D. Galvin as...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record for the related order, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record for the related order, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
New Petitions
The special event permit be approved, pending receiving the minimum required insurance — Petition by Woburn Kiwanis for a Special Event Permit to allow "Flag Day in Fall" at Library Field on...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT BE APPROVED, pending receiving the minimum required insurance, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT BE APPROVED, pending receiving the minimum required insurance, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the committee on public saftey and license — Petition for renewal of First Class Motor Vehicles Sales Licenses by m&l Transit Systems, Inc., 60 Olympia Avenue
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFTEY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFTEY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matters be referred to the committee on public saftey and license — Petitions for renewal of Second Class Motor Vehicles Sales Licenses by the following: David Dellarocco dba Woburn Auto...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTERS BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFTEY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTERS BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFTEY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by IV5 60 Olympia Ave LLC for a new inflammable license for above ground - Ten (10) 32 1/2 lb propane gas tanks, one (1) 100 lb acetelyne, one...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 approximately 14 feet of conduit north easterly from...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 approximately 100 feet of conduit from pole 28/1 at 64...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 a new J/o pole 583/11a approximately 174 feet from...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by James T. Wall, Trustee, 145 Russell Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under WZO Section 5.5(56) to allow for nine...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Autoworx Inc., 921 Main Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under WZO Section 5.1(44) and to amend a previously issued...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Woburn Water Department, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under WZO Section 5.1(79) for the construction and upgrade to the...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Public Hearings
The communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Lawless Inc., 196 Lexington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit request that the...
Motion made and 2nd that the communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The documents be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Lawless Inc., 196 Lexington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit request that the...
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
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, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Lawless Inc., 196 Lexington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit request that the Landowner's Decision and Notice of Special...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Condition No. 8 be amended to the "The walls and roof of Building C shall be insulated with soundproofing material. In addition, insulated bay doors, with soundproofing materials, shall be...
Motion made and 2nd that Condition No. 8 be amended to the "The walls and roof of Building C shall be insulated with soundproofing material. In addition, insulated bay doors, with soundproofing materials, shall be installed in Building C.", all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that Condition No. 8 be amended to the "The walls and roof of Building C shall be insulated with soundproofing material. In addition, insulated bay doors, with soundproofing materials, shall be installed in Building C.", all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The special permit be granted, subject to the nine (9) conditions, as amended, as follows: 1. The Plan of Record shall be the plan entitled "Parking Layout Plan" 8 Draper Street, Woburn,...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the nine (9) conditions, as amended, as follows: 1. The Plan of Record shall be the plan entitled "Parking Layout Plan" 8 Draper Street, Woburn, Massachusetts dated September 27, 2021 prepared by Allen & Major Associates, 100 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 (the "Plan"); 2. Condition 3 shall be amended to allow for motor vehicle repairs (mechanical and body work) in Building C on the Property. The prepping and equipping of new motor vehicles shall continue in Building B pursuant to the Special Permit Decision dated May 17, 2017; 3. Condition 4 which states that: "The use of the Property shall be limited to the prepping of new motor vehicles and the parking of same" shall be deleted; 4. The hours of operation for motor vehicle repairs (mechanical and body work) shall be from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No motor vehicle repairs (mechanical and body work) shall be allowed on Sundays. The prepping of new motor vehicles is allowed on Sunday; 5. The delivery of motor vehicles to the Property for repairs shall be by employees of the Petitioner only and not customers; 6. The delivery of motor vehicles to the Property for repairs shall be from Montvale Avenue to Nashua Street (only the portion from Montvale Avenue to Draper Street). Except as provided for herein, the delivery of motor vehicles to the Property shall not be by Nashua Street; 7. No customers of the Petitioner
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the nine (9) conditions, as amended, as follows: 1. The Plan of Record shall be the plan entitled "Parking Layout Plan" 8 Draper Street, Woburn, Massachusetts dated September 27, 2021 prepared by Allen & Major Associates, 100 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 (the "Plan"); 2. Condition 3 shall be amended to allow for motor vehicle repairs (mechanical and body work) in Building C on the Property. The prepping and equipping of new motor vehicles shall continue in Building B pursuant to the Special Permit Decision dated May 17, 2017; 3. Condition 4 which states that: "The use of the Property shall be limited to the prepping of new motor vehicles and the parking of same" shall be deleted; 4. The hours of operation for motor vehicle repairs (mechanical and body work) shall be from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No motor vehicle repairs (mechanical and body work) shall be allowed on Sundays. The prepping of new motor vehicles is allowed on Sunday; 5. The delivery of motor vehicles to the Property for repairs shall be by employees of the Petitioner only and not customers; 6. The delivery of motor vehicles to the Property for repairs shall be from Montvale Avenue to Nashua Street (only the portion from Montvale Avenue to Draper Street). Except as provided for herein, the delivery of motor vehicles to the Property shall not be by Nashua Street; 7. No customers of the Petitioner shall be allowed on the Property. In addition, appropriate signage shall be installed on the Property notifying the public that the Property is for employees only. The Petitioner agrees to conform to all current sign ordinances. 8. The walls and roof of Building C shall be insulated with soundproofing material. In addition, insulated bay doors, with soundproofing materials, shall be installed in Building C; 9. All conditions set forth in the Special Permit Decision dated May 11, 2017 shall remain in full force and effect except as modified by this Decision, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by National Grid for a grant of right in a way to install approximately 60 feet of 4-inch, plastic gas main in Grape Street to...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on October 3, 2023 — On the petition by National Grid for a grant of right in a way to install approximately 60 feet of...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON October 3, 2023, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
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, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communication 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 the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
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, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on October 3, 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 October 3, 2023, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
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, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communication 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 the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
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, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on October 3, 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 October 3, 2023, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
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, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communication 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 the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
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, 8- 0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be given leave to withdraw without prejudice — 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...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be GIVEN LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be GIVEN LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communication 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 the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
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, 8- 0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be given leave to withdraw without prejudice — 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...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be GIVEN LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER be GIVEN LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communication 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 the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
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, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on October 3, 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 October 3, 2023, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
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, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by LCS-Woburn Venture Property Owner LLC, c/o Woburn Venture Property Owner LLC, 300 Beagan Way, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Amend the petition to 736 gallons
Motion made and 2nd to amend the petition to 736 gallons, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to amend the petition to 736 gallons, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by LCS-Woburn Venture Property Owner LLC, c/o Woburn Venture Property Owner LLC, 300 Beagan Way, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a new inflammable...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The inflammable license be approved
Motion made and 2nd that the INFLAMMABLE LICENSE BE APPROVED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the INFLAMMABLE LICENSE BE APPROVED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The communication 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 communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
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, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by ram 0 Cross Street LLC, 304 Cambridge Road, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, to amend Section 20 Woburn Loop Bikeway/Greenway Overlay District of the...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Accept the recommendation of the Planning Board
Motion made and 2nd to accept the recommendation of the Planning Board, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to accept the recommendation of the Planning Board, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The zoning amendment, as amended, be adopted
Motion made and 2nd that the ZONING AMENDMENT, as amended, BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ZONING AMENDMENT, as amended, BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Take a five minute recess
Motion made and 2nd to take a five minute recess, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take a five minute recess, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Sun Tree Estates, LLC, by Mark Bobrowski and Christopher J. Alphen, Blatman, Bobrowski, Haverty &...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
The amendment to the special permit petition be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd that the amendment to the special permit petition be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the amendment to the special permit petition be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Allow the petitioner to amend the petition to include special permit relief under Section 15.6(c)(vi)
Motion made and 2nd to allow the petitioner to amend the petition to include special permit relief under Section 15.6(c)(vi), all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to allow the petitioner to amend the petition to include special permit relief under Section 15.6(c)(vi), all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Sun Tree Estates, LLC, by Mark Bobrowski and Christopher J. Alphen, Blatman, Bobrowski, Haverty & Silverstein, LLC, 9...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Invite the City Solicitor to attend the next Special Permit Committee meeting to provide information related to this petition and the Dover Amendment
Motion made and 2nd to invite the City Solicitor to attend the next Special Permit Committee meeting to provide information related to this petition and the Dover Amendment, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to invite the City Solicitor to attend the next Special Permit Committee meeting to provide information related to this petition and the Dover Amendment, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
A communication be sent to the Woburn Police Department requesting crash data from the area including Colonial Cadillac on Cambridge Road to Crawford Drive
Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the Woburn Police Department requesting crash data from the area including Colonial Cadillac on Cambridge Road to Crawford Drive, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the Woburn Police Department requesting crash data from the area including Colonial Cadillac on Cambridge Road to Crawford Drive, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
A communication be sent to the Woburn Fire Department requesting comments regarding whether the ladder truck turning radius could maneuver the site
Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the Woburn Fire Department requesting comments regarding whether the ladder truck turning radius could maneuver the site, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the Woburn Fire Department requesting comments regarding whether the ladder truck turning radius could maneuver the site, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
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 Sun Tree...
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, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
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, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Valentino J. Tocci, Jr., 660 Main Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for special permit under Section 5.5.1 of the Woburn...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Valentino J. Tocci, Jr., 660 Main Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for special permit under Section 5.5.1 of the Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 7-1-1 (Concannon Opposed; Campbell Absent).
Yes: Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Ferullo, Gately, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaNo: Concannon
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 7-1-1 (Concannon Opposed; Campbell Absent)..”
The special permit be denied, with the following findings: 1. The Plan is incomplete and not stamped by an engineer; and 2. The Plan had multiple parcels with multiple landowners and the...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE DENIED, with the following findings: 1. The Plan is incomplete and not stamped by an engineer; and 2. The Plan had multiple parcels with multiple landowners and the application only referenced the one parcel at 2 Lowell Street, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Absent; Demers - Yes; Dillon - Yes; DiMambro - Yes; Ferullo - Opposed; Gately - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Viola - Yes; Concannon - Opposed. Motion Passes.
Yes: Concannon, FerulloEach member who voted named the same choice (Opposed).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE DENIED, with the following findings: 1. The Plan is incomplete and not stamped by an engineer; and 2. The Plan had multiple parcels with multiple landowners and the application only referenced the one parcel at 2 Lowell Street, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Absent; Demers - Yes; Dillon - Yes; DiMambro - Yes; Ferullo - Opposed; Gately - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Viola - Yes; Concannon - Opposed. Motion Passes..”
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, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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 (Campbell Absent)..”
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, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on October 3, 2023 — On the petition by 288 mishrd LLC c/o Tim Casey, 430 East First Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02127,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON October 3, 2023, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
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, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Take the next two matters collectively
Motion made and 2nd to take the next two matters collectively, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain).
Yes: Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaAbstained: Ferullo, Gately
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the next two matters collectively, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain)..”
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, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain).
Yes: Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaAbstained: Ferullo, Gately
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain)..”
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, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain).
Yes: Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaAbstained: Ferullo, Gately
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on October 3, 2023 — 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 October 3, 2023, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain).
Yes: Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaAbstained: Ferullo, Gately
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, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain)..”
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, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain).
Yes: Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaAbstained: Ferullo, Gately
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain)..”
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, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain).
Yes: Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaAbstained: Ferullo, Gately
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on October 3, 2023 — 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 October 3, 2023, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain).
Yes: Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaAbstained: Ferullo, Gately
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, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain).
Yes: Concannon, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, ViolaAbstained: Ferullo, Gately
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 6-0-1-2 (Campbell Absent; Ferullo and Gately Abstain)..”
Unfinished Business from Previous Meetings
Take the next matter from the table
Motion made and 2nd to take the next matter from the table, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take the next matter from the table, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The order be adopted — Order: That: Whereas, the City of Woburn, after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of the following project described as: Horn Pond...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Committee Reports — Ordinances, Charter and Rules
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc by adding Section 2-147A Community Gardens Coordinator, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc Section 2-180 Base Salaries to include Community Gardens Coordinator, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc Sections 2-193(A), 2-193(A)(22), 2-194(A), and 2-194(I) regarding creating the position of Facilities Manager, a committee report was...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc Section 2-180 Base Salaries to include Facilities Manager, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc Title 2, by adding Article xli Substance Misuse Prevention and Community Support Coordinator, a committee report was received "ought to...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc Section 2-180 Base Salaries to include Substance Misuse Prevention and Community Support Coordinator, a committee report was received...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc Title 12 Streets, Sidewalks & Public Places by adding Article xvi. Grant of Location Permits, a committee report was received "ought to...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc Section 2-5 to include an exemption for School Crossing Guards, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Communications and Reports
The matter be received and placed on file — A communication dated September 13, 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, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE RECEIVED AND PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
The matter be referred to the Committee on Liaison — Resolve: be it resolved, that a communication be sent to His Honor the Mayor inviting him to the Committee on Liaison to discuss updates on...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be laid on the table — Resolve: Whereas, the storm drain in the roadway at the corner of Country Club Road and Cambridge Road has sunk lower than appropriate creating a dangerous...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE LAID ON THE TABLE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE LAID ON THE TABLE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Infrastructure and Public Lands — Resolve: The Committee for Infrastructure and Public Lands meet in October to receive an update from City Engineer...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent)..”
Adjourn
Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Campbell 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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