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June 18, 2024
48 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Present: Joanne E. Campbell, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Joseph E. Demers, William J. Pappalardo, Lou DiMambro, Robert F. Toro, Robert J. Ferullo, Charles Viola, Jeffrey P. Dillon
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..”
Suspend the rules to take the two resolves regarding the Eagle Scouts, as the next matters on the agenda
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the two resolves regarding the Eagle Scouts, as the next matters on the agenda, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the two resolves regarding the Eagle Scouts, as the next matters on the agenda, all in favor, 9-0..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, Eagle Scout is the highest honor for Boys Scouts of America; and Whereas, Woburn resident, John Juliuson, became a member of Troop 502 in Woburn,...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, Eagle Scout is the highest honor for Boys Scouts of America; and Whereas, Woburn resident, Daniel Mostrom, became a member of Troop 502 in Woburn,...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
Mayor’s Communications
The matter be referred to the Committee on Liaison — Order: The Mayor be, and is hereby authorized to accept, by deed from the owner, that property known as Lot 2 Marcy Street, further described...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LIAISON, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Finance — Order: That: Whereas, the City of Woburn, after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of the following...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, all in favor, 9-0..”
Take the next two zoning matters collectively
Motion made and 2nd and take the next two zoning matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd and take the next two zoning matters collectively, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matters be referred to public hearing together, and be referred to the planing board — 2024, a copy of which is on file with, and available for inspection, at the Office of the City Clerk
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTERS BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING TOGETHER, AND BE REFERRED TO THE PLANING BOARD, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTERS BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING TOGETHER, AND BE REFERRED TO THE PLANING BOARD, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matters be referred to public hearing together, and be referred to the planing board — A communication dated June 13, 2024 was received from His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon as...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTERS BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING TOGETHER, AND BE REFERRED TO THE PLANING BOARD, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTERS BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING TOGETHER, AND BE REFERRED TO THE PLANING BOARD, all in favor, 9-0..”
New Petitions
The special event permit be granted, as amended — Petition by Social Capital Inc. for a Special Event Permit for sci Woburn Horn Pond Summer Concert Series, on July 12th and 26th (rain dates July...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, as amended, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, as amended, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special event permit be granted — Petition by Woburn Memorial High School Deca Club for a Special Event Permit for a road race at Horn Pond and area streets on August 10, 2024
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT be GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Domenico Gallinelli, Grant Street R, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a Special Permit under Sections 5.1(56), Note 15 of the 1985 Woburn...
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..”
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, 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 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, 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 NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of location to install one new joint owned pole, 591/25A, approximately 110 feet south of...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The leave to withdraw without prejudice be granted
Motion made and 2nd that the LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJUDICE BE GRANTED, 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 location to install approximately 5 feet of conduit northwesterly...
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 NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of location to install approximately 5 feet of conduit northwesterly from Pole 228/10, at...
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 grant of location be approved, subject to the condition that the concrete sidewalk panels be replaced in full and not patched — On the petition by NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource...
Motion made and 2nd that the GRANT OF LOCATION BE APPROVED, subject to the condition that the concrete sidewalk panels be replaced in full and not patched, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the GRANT OF LOCATION BE APPROVED, subject to the condition that the concrete sidewalk panels be replaced in full and not patched, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Bombay Baking LLC, 9 Cummings Park, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a modification of previously issued...
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 Bombay Baking LLC, 9 Cummings Park, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a modification of previously issued Special Permit dated...
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 July 16, 2024 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — On the petition by Bombay Baking...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON July 16, 2024 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 July 16, 2024 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Teresa's Closet for new Secondhand Dealers and Secondhand Collectors License, at 164 Main Street
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 July 16, 2024 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Public Safety and License — On the petition by...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON July 16, 2024 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON July 16, 2024 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The communication be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Viet Thai Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Saigon Eatery, 368 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, 01851, for a...
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..”
Accept the proposed conditions as the working draft
Motion made and 2nd to accept the proposed conditions as the working draft, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to accept the proposed conditions as the working draft, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Viet Thai Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Saigon Eatery, 368 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, 01851, for a special permit under...
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 Viet Thai Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Saigon Eatery, 368 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, 01851, for a special permit under Sections 5.1(29),...
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 that the change, extension or alteration is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood
Motion made and 2nd to make the following finding under Section 7.3 that the change, extension or alteration 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 that the change, extension or alteration is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special permit be granted, with the following 10 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, with the following 10 conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Petition for Special Permit entitled: "Proposed Site Plan Documents: dated March 22, 2023 prepared by Bohler, 45 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110 (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 March 27, 2014 and August 7, 2014 shall remain in full force and effect; 3. The hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; 4. The signage plan
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, with the following 10 conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described in the plans submitted with the Petition for Special Permit entitled: "Proposed Site Plan Documents: dated March 22, 2023 prepared by Bohler, 45 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110 (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 March 27, 2014 and August 7, 2014 shall remain in full force and effect; 3. The hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; 4. The signage plan shall comply with all existing city ordinances; 5. 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; 6. 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; 7. No drive thru shall be allowed in connection with the use of the premises by Saigon Eatery; 8. Prior to any request for either a temporary or final occupancy permit by the Petitioner, the Property Owner shall complete the following: (a) Resurfacing of the parking lot; (b) Restriping of parking spaces; (c) Resetting of all slop granite curbing requiring resetting; (d) Removal of the perimeter fencing; (e) Repair/maintenance of all landscaping; 9. The Property Owner shall maintain the parking lot striping and surface in good condition in perpetuity; and 10. As mitigation for this project, the Property Owner shall be responsible for maintaining the "Do Not Block the Box" striping on Mishawum Road at the site driveway, all in favor, 9-0..”
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, p.e., tf Moran, Inc., 170 Commerce Way,...
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 Citizens Bank, 1 Citizens Bank Way, Johnston, ri 02919, c/o Alan D. Roscoe, p.e., tf Moran, Inc., 170 Commerce Way, Portsmouth, New Hampshire...
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 that the change, extension or alteration is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood
Motion made and 2nd to make the following finding under Section 7.3 that the change, extension or alteration 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 that the change, extension or alteration is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special permit be granted, with the following five conditions: 1. Plan of record shall be May 10, 2024; 2. The Petitioner agrees to collaborate with the Building Department on the Construction...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, with the following five conditions: 1. Plan of record shall be May 10, 2024; 2. The Petitioner agrees to collaborate with the Building Department on the Construction Management Plan which includes but is not limited to dust control, street sweeping, and equipment storage; 3. The hours of construction work shall be Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday 7:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m. No work shall take place on major holidays or holidays in which City Hall is closed; 4. Petitioner agrees to work with the Engineering Department to purchase and install the traffic equipment controllers and the striping as outlined by City Engineer Corey's memorandum; and 5. Petitioner agrees to collaborate with the Police Traffic Division to create a traffic management plan including police details when required, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, with the following five conditions: 1. Plan of record shall be May 10, 2024; 2. The Petitioner agrees to collaborate with the Building Department on the Construction Management Plan which includes but is not limited to dust control, street sweeping, and equipment storage; 3. The hours of construction work shall be Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday 7:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m. No work shall take place on major holidays or holidays in which City Hall is closed; 4. Petitioner agrees to work with the Engineering Department to purchase and install the traffic equipment controllers and the striping as outlined by City Engineer Corey's memorandum; and 5. Petitioner agrees to collaborate with the Police Traffic Division to create a traffic management plan including police details when required, all in favor, 9-0..”
Committee Reports — Finance
The committee report be adopted — On the order that the sum of $750,000.00 be transferred from Overlay Reserve Acct# 01- 322000 to opeb Trust Fund Acct# 750048-483011, a committee report was...
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 for the Capital Budget FY 2025 - that the sum of $4,530,020.85 be transferred from Unreserved Fund Balance Acct# 01-356000 to Various Capital...
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 that the sum of $10,000.00 be transferred from Mayor's Salary Adj Acct# 0112151-511019 to Library Salary Acct# 0161051-511000, a committee report was...
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 that the sum of $12,000.00 be transferred from Workers Compensation Acct# 0198051-517100 to Census Postage Acct# 0116254-534402, a committee report...
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 to revoke Opioid Settlement Stabilization Fund and place in a Special Revenue Fund, 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..”
Committee Reports — Ordinances, Charter and Rules
The committee report be adopted — On the order amending the Woburn Municipal Code by deleting and replacing in its entirety Title 13, Public Services, 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..”
Appointments and Elections
The matter be referred to the Committee on Personnel — A communication dated June 13, 2024 was received from His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon as follows: Dear City Clerk Higgins: By the...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PERSONNEL, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PERSONNEL, all in favor, 9-0..”
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PERSONNEL, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PERSONNEL, all in favor, 9-0..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
The Report of the City Clerk dated June 18, 2024 be received and made part of the permanent record — Order: Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 54, Section 24 the Farmstand at the...
Motion made and 2nd that the Report of the City Clerk dated June 18, 2024 be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the Report of the City Clerk dated June 18, 2024 be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
Amend the location to read the "Spence Farmstand at 41 Wyman Street"
Motion made and 2nd to amend the location to read the "Spence Farmstand at 41 Wyman Street", all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to amend the location to read the "Spence Farmstand at 41 Wyman Street", all in favor, 9-0..”
The order be adopted, as amended — Order: Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 54, Section 24 the Farmstand at the Hurld-Wyman School located at 39 Wyman Street is hereby designated as...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, as amended, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, as amended, all in favor, 9-0..”
The order be adopted — Order: The City Clerk, on behalf of the Board of Registrars of Voters, be allowed to use the City of Woburn's mass notification system to inform residents of upcoming elections
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..”
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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