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February 20, 2024
47 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The roll call marks Joanne E. Campbell and Charles Viola absent.
Present: Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Joseph E. Demers, William J. Pappalardo, Lou DiMambro, Robert F. Toro, Robert J. Ferullo, Jeffrey P. Dillon
Absent: Joanne E. Campbell, Charles Viola
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, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“VOTED to dispense with the reading of the previous meeting's Journal and to APPROVE, all in favor, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Suspend the rules to take the resolve for Myla Ramos and Tayah Lesslie of New England Flag Football League ("neffl") Elite 10U Girls Elite Team, as the next matter on the agenda
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the resolve for Myla Ramos and Tayah Lesslie of New England Flag Football League ("NEFFL") Elite 10U Girls Elite Team, as the next matter on the agenda, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the resolve for Myla Ramos and Tayah Lesslie of New England Flag Football League ("NEFFL") Elite 10U Girls Elite Team, as the next matter on the agenda, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, the New England Flag Football League ("neffl") Elite 10U Girls Team won the nfl Flag Championships at the 2024 Pro Bowl in Orlando, Florida; and Whereas,...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
New Petitions
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record — Petition by NAI Entertainment Holdings LLC, 846 University Avenue, p.o. Box 9108, Norwood, Massachusetts 02062-9108,...
Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the communication be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The time for the petitioner to exercise its rights under the special permit shall be extended for an additional two (2) year period to November 16, 2026
Motion made and 2nd that the TIME FOR THE PETITIONER TO EXERCISE ITS RIGHTS UNDER THE SPECIAL PERMIT SHALL BE EXTENDED FOR AN ADDITIONAL TWO (2) YEAR PERIOD TO NOVEMBER 16, 2026, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the TIME FOR THE PETITIONER TO EXERCISE ITS RIGHTS UNDER THE SPECIAL PERMIT SHALL BE EXTENDED FOR AN ADDITIONAL TWO (2) YEAR PERIOD TO NOVEMBER 16, 2026, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Best Fitness of Woburn, Inc., 55 Northeastern Boulevard, Nashua, New Hampshire 03062, for a special permit under Sections 5.1(69), 7.3, 13.5,...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The matter be referred to public hearing and referred to the planning board — Petition by the Woburn Planning Board, to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinance, as amended, to allow murals City...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING and REFERRED TO THE PLANNING BOARD, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING and REFERRED TO THE PLANNING BOARD, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
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 location to install one new joint owned pole,...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of location to install one new joint owned pole, 591/25A,...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on March 19, 2024 — On the petition by NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of location to install...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON March 19, 2024, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON March 19, 2024, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Hannaford & Dumas Corporation, 26 Conn Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Hannaford & Dumas Corporation, 26 Conn Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit pursuant to Section...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on March 19, 2024 — On the petition by Hannaford & Dumas Corporation, 26 Conn Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON March 19, 2024, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON March 19, 2024, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Citizens Bank, 1 Citizens Bank Way, Johnston, ri 02919, c/o Alan D. Roscoe, pe, tf Moran, Inc., 170...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Citizens Bank, 1 Citizens Bank Way, Johnston, ri 02919, c/o Alan D. Roscoe, pe, tf Moran, Inc., 170 Commerce Way, Portsmouth,...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on March 19, 2024 — On the petition by Citizens Bank, 1 Citizens Bank Way, Johnston, ri 02919, c/o Alan D. Roscoe, pe, tf...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON March 19, 2024, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON March 19, 2024, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Madison Woburn Holdings, LLC, 333 Newbury Street, Suite 201, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, for a special...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The document be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Madison Woburn Holdings, LLC, 333 Newbury Street, Suite 201, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, for a special permit...
Motion made and 2nd that the document be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7- 0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the document be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7- 0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Madison Woburn Holdings, LLC, 333 Newbury Street, Suite 201, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, for a special permit under Section...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Councilor Mercer-Bruen made a motion that was 2nd to propose condition No. 11 as follows: In the event there is a significant increase in vehicle accidents resulting from left turns into and out...
Councilor Mercer-Bruen made a motion that was 2nd to propose condition No. 11 as follows: In the event there is a significant increase in vehicle accidents resulting from left turns into and out of the site, the City Council will have the right to require the petitioner to seek alternate measures at said curb cut. Additionally, the City Councill will request from the Woburn Traffic Division an updated list of crash data for the site, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Councilor Mercer-Bruen made a motion that was 2nd to propose condition No. 11 as follows: In the event there is a significant increase in vehicle accidents resulting from left turns into and out of the site, the City Council will have the right to require the petitioner to seek alternate measures at said curb cut. Additionally, the City Councill will request from the Woburn Traffic Division an updated list of crash data for the site, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..” (Motion: Mercer-Bruen)
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Madison Woburn Holdings, LLC, 333 Newbury Street, Suite 201, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, for a special permit under Section 5.1(20a), Sections...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The special permit be granted, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Petition for...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Petition for Special Permit entitled: "As-Built Plan" dated January 21, 2020 Sheet 1 and Sheet 2; "Layout & Materials Plan" dated August 7, 2014; revised September 24, 2014; October 14, 2014; November 21, 2014; December 16, 2014; December 31, 2014; May 1, 2015; May 28, 2015; July 2, 2015; March 28, 2016; March 29, 2016; May 27, 2016; June 8, 2016; June 17, 2017; October 12, 2017; December 21, 2017; December 27, 2017; February 28, 2018; June 12, 2018; June 28, 2018; August 9, 2018; June 7, 2019; April 1, 2021; May 4, 2021; May 11, 2023 and December 14, 2023; Sheet C-2A and Sheet C-2B; "Proposed Site Plan" dated December 14, 2023 Sheet C-100 all plans prepared by Allen & Major Associates Inc., 100 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA. 01801-8501 (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 C
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Petition for Special Permit entitled: "As-Built Plan" dated January 21, 2020 Sheet 1 and Sheet 2; "Layout & Materials Plan" dated August 7, 2014; revised September 24, 2014; October 14, 2014; November 21, 2014; December 16, 2014; December 31, 2014; May 1, 2015; May 28, 2015; July 2, 2015; March 28, 2016; March 29, 2016; May 27, 2016; June 8, 2016; June 17, 2017; October 12, 2017; December 21, 2017; December 27, 2017; February 28, 2018; June 12, 2018; June 28, 2018; August 9, 2018; June 7, 2019; April 1, 2021; May 4, 2021; May 11, 2023 and December 14, 2023; Sheet C-2A and Sheet C-2B; "Proposed Site Plan" dated December 14, 2023 Sheet C-100 all plans prepared by Allen & Major Associates Inc., 100 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA. 01801-8501 (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. Except as modified by this Decision, all conditions set forth in the Landowner's Decision and Notice of Special Permit dated August 11, 2015, as amended shall remain in full force and effect; 3. The Special Permit is granted to Madison Woburn Holdings LLC for use of the premises for a Starbucks only and is non-transferrable except with approval by the Woburn City Council; 4. The hours of operation for Starbucks will be Monday - Sunday 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; 5. A wall or bollards shall be placed along the outside future outdoor seating to protect patrons; 6. The signage plan shall comply with all existing city ordinances; 7. The Petitioner shall be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of its property on a daily basis to prevent the accumulation of trash and other debris; 8. All dumpsters shall be enclosed by means of a fence, wall or landscaping in compliance with the Woburn Zoning Ordinance and Title 8, Section VII 8-17 of the Woburn Municipal Code and not picked up prior to 7:00 a.m. or after 7:00 p.m. In addition, rodent control measures in connection with any dumpsters shall be in place and maintained; 9. No drive thru shall be allowed in connection with the use of the premises by Starbucks; 10. As mitigation for this proposal, the Petitioner shall implement the improvements at the Washington Street curb cut as shown on the plan entitled "Washington Street at Woburn Landing and Dewey Avenue" prepared by Vanasse & Associates Inc. dated January 22, 2024 (the "Plan"). Said improvements include the installation of supplemental No Left signage and supplemental pavement markings as shown on the Plan. The above improvements should be completed prior to any request for either a temporary or final occupancy with the Petitioner providing proof to all relevant City Departments/City Council that said improvement have been completed as listed above; and 11. In the event there is a significant increase in vehicle accidents resulting from left turns into and out of the site, the City Council will have the right to require the petitioner to seek alternate measures at said curb cut. Additionally, the City Councill will request from the Woburn Traffic Division an updated list of crash data for the site, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by the Planning Board Proposed Zoning Amendment to allow murals City Wide in Non-Residential Zoning District...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by the Planning Board Proposed Zoning Amendment to allow murals City Wide in Non-Residential Zoning District by adding definition...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by the Planning Board Proposed Zoning Amendment to allow murals City Wide in Non-Residential Zoning District by adding definition of Mural to Section...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The leave to withdraw without prejudice be granted
Motion made and 2nd that THE LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE BE GRANTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that THE LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE BE GRANTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Committee Reports — Finance
The committee report be adopted — On the order to transfer the sum of $69,709.00 from Traffic Safety & Infrastructure Fund Account to Salem & Bow Pedestrian Safety Account, a committee report was...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Committee Reports — Ordinances, Charter and Rules
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending wmc 12-56 Special Event Permit insurance requirements, a committee report was received "ought to pass, as amended"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the order that the Committee on Personnel take the necessary steps to fill the vacancy in the position of Deputy Superintendent of Public Works, a committee...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Send a communication to the Human Resources Director asking her to advertise the vacant position for the Deputy Superintendent of Public Works
Motion made and 2nd to send a communication to the Human Resources Director asking her to advertise the vacant position for the Deputy Superintendent of Public Works, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to send a communication to the Human Resources Director asking her to advertise the vacant position for the Deputy Superintendent of Public Works, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Personnel — On the order that the Committee on Personnel take the necessary steps to fill the vacancy in the position of Deputy Superintendent of Public...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PERSONNEL, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PERSONNEL, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Committee Reports — Personnel
The committee report be adopted — On the appointment of John M. Cashell, as Planning Director/Woburn Redevelopment Authority Administrator, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the appointment of Anne G. Chatfield to the Woburn Board of Appeals, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Ferullo to allow reconsideration of his vote
Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Ferullo to allow reconsideration of his vote, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Ferullo to allow reconsideration of his vote, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..” (Motion: Demers, second: Ferullo)
The committee report be adopted — On the appointment of Anne G. Chatfield to the Woburn Board of Appeals, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the appointment of William J. McGrath to the Woburn License Commission, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Mercer-Bruen to allow reconsideration of his vote
Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Mercer-Bruen to allow reconsideration of his vote, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Councilor Demers made a motion and 2nd by Councilor Mercer-Bruen to allow reconsideration of his vote, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..” (Motion: Demers, second: Mercer-Bruen)
The committee report be adopted — On the appointment of William J. McGrath to the Woburn License Commission, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the reappointment of Jan H. Fuller to the Commission on Disability, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the reappointment of the following to the Woburn Council on Aging: Rosalie Travelo, Mitzie Stein, Mary Jane Mastrodomenico, Angela Amato, and Joyce Parker, a...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Committee Reports — Public Safety and License
The committee report be adopted — On the petition for renewal of Second Class Motor Vehicle Sales License by Cambridge Road Auto Service dba Woburn Plaza Shell, 293 Cambridge Road, a committee...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
The matter be laid on the table — Order: The Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, be further amended by revising Title 2, Article xxix Personnel, Section 2-194, as follows (new language in bold,...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE LAID ON THE TABLE, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE LAID ON THE TABLE, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
The leave to withdraw without prejudice be granted
Motion made and 2nd that THE LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE BE GRANTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that THE LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE BE GRANTED, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent)..”
Adjourn
Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 7-0-2 (Campbell and Viola 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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