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March 18, 2025
78 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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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
During the meeting:
- Robert F. Toro left the Council Chamber during the meeting.
- Charles Viola left the Council Chamber during the meeting.
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, Lucas Crispo, 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, Connor Wilson, 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 Finance — Order: The sum of $48,812.85 be and is hereby transferred as so stated: From: Mayor Salary Adjustment $48,812.85 Acct# 0112151-511019 To: Fire...
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..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Finance — Order: The sum of $129,190.23 be and is hereby transferred as so stated: From: Mayor Salary Adjustment $129,190.23 Acct# 0112151-511019 To:...
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..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, Charter and Rules — Order: Article xxvii, Section 2-180 of the 1989 Woburn Municipal Code, as amended, be further amended as follows: 1
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER AND RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER AND RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Infrastructure and Public Lands — Order: The Mayor be, and is hereby authorized to grant, by deed to Judith A. Balestrieri, that property known as Lot A...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Infrastructure and Public Lands — Order: The Mayor be, and is hereby authorized to grant, by deed to William and Lisa Booker, that property known as Lot...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Infrastructure and Public Lands — Order: The Mayor be, and is hereby authorized to grant, by an Easement to Brian P. Noonan and Amanda M. Noonan, a five...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND PUBLIC LANDS, all in favor, 9-0..”
New Petitions
The special event permit be granted — On the petition by James L. McKeown Boys & Girls Club of Woburn for a special event permit for a road race and health walk starting at Charles Gardner Lane...
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 — On the petition by NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of location to install one new jo pole 191/100A-4 on Mill Street for service...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — On the petition by 120 Commerce Apartments LLC, c/o Toll Brothers Apartment Living, 140 Virginia Drive, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania 19034, for a...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — On the petition by the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, City Hall, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — On the petition by a&a Window Products Inc., 15 Joseph Street, Malden, Massachusetts 02148, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances,...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — On the petition by Woburn Apna Bazar Incorporated, 4 Held Circle, Medford, Massachusetts 02155, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing and be referred to the planing board — On the petition by Councilor Demers, Councilor Toro, and Councilor DiMambro, to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING AND BE REFERRED TO THE PLANING BOARD, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO PUBLIC HEARING AND BE REFERRED TO THE PLANING BOARD, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by 288 mishrd LLC request for minor modification of Special Permit dated November 21, 2023, to remove...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
Suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 9-0..”
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..”
The minor modification be granted — On the petition by 288 mishrd LLC request for minor modification of Special Permit dated November 21, 2023, to remove Condition No. 15, at 288 Mishawum Road, a...
Motion made and 2nd that the MINOR MODIFICATION BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MINOR MODIFICATION BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
Public Hearings
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section...
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 the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section 5.1(79) of the 1985...
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..”
A condition be added to the special permit that the City shall follow all restrictions as set forth in the deed
Motion made and 2nd that a condition be added to the special permit that the City shall follow all restrictions as set forth in the deed, all in favor, 8-1 (Toro Opposed).
Yes: Campbell, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, ViolaNo: Toro
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that a condition be added to the special permit that the City shall follow all restrictions as set forth in the deed, all in favor, 8-1 (Toro Opposed)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section 5.1(79) of the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
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..”
Add the deed and page number to the condition
Motion made and 2nd to add the deed and page number to the condition, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to add the deed and page number to the condition, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special permit be granted subject to the following condition: that the City shall follow all restrictions as set forth in the deed at the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, Book 5015, Page 430...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED subject to the following condition: that the City shall follow all restrictions as set forth in the deed at the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, Book 5015, Page 430, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED subject to the following condition: that the City shall follow all restrictions as set forth in the deed at the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, Book 5015, Page 430, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section...
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 the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section 5.1(79) of the 1985...
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 the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section 5.1(79) of the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special permit be granted subject to the following condition: the Easement between the City of Woburn and Brian P. Noonan and Amanda M. Noonan for a five-foot strip of land as set forth in the...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED subject to the following condition: the Easement between the City of Woburn and Brian P. Noonan and Amanda M. Noonan for a five-foot strip of land as set forth in the property known as 38 Central Street is executed, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED subject to the following condition: the Easement between the City of Woburn and Brian P. Noonan and Amanda M. Noonan for a five-foot strip of land as set forth in the property known as 38 Central Street is executed, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section...
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 the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section 5.1(79) of the 1985...
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 the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section 5.1(79) of the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 9- 0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 9- 0..”
The special permit be granted — On the petition by the City of Woburn, 10 Common Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under Section 5.1(79) of the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Schell-Z Glenbrook LLC, c/o Wakefield Investments Inc., p.o. Box 540, Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880, for...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The conditions with the updated plan of record and finding be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd that the conditions with the updated plan of record and finding be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the conditions with the updated plan of record and finding be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Schell-Z Glenbrook LLC, c/o Wakefield Investments Inc., p.o. Box 540, Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880, for a special permit...
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 Schell-Z Glenbrook LLC, c/o Wakefield Investments Inc., p.o. Box 540, Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880, for a special permit under Section 5.1(56),...
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 City Council make the following finding: The proposed use by the Petitioner is consistent with the past use of the property and is not substantially more detrimental than the existing...
Motion made and 2nd that the City Council make the following finding: The proposed use by the Petitioner is consistent with the past use of the property and is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the City Council make the following finding: The proposed use by the Petitioner is consistent with the past use of the property and is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood, all in favor, 9-0..”
The special permit be granted, with the following condition: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record entitled "Site Plan, Glenbrook...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, with the following condition: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record entitled "Site Plan, Glenbrook Estates, Cambridge Road and Bedford Road, Woburn, MA." Dated February 7, 2025. Sheet C-1 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-2 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-3 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-4 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-5 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-6 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-7 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-8 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-9 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-10 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-11 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-12 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-13 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-14 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-15 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet A-1 dated January 10, 2022, revised January 12, 2022, revised December 15, 2023, revised August 27, 2024 and revised November 25, 2004; Sheet 1 of 1 dated April 24, 2024, revised November 18, 2024, revised November 25, 2024; Sheet L-1 dated November 25, 2024 revised December 5, 2024 prepared by Linden Engineering Partners, LLC, 18 Henderson Road, Woburn, MA 01801 (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. I
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, with the following condition: 1. The Petitioner shall construct and improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record entitled "Site Plan, Glenbrook Estates, Cambridge Road and Bedford Road, Woburn, MA." Dated February 7, 2025. Sheet C-1 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-2 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-3 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-4 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-5 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-6 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-7 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-8 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-9 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-10 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-11 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-12 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-13 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-14 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet C-15 dated February 7, 2025; Sheet A-1 dated January 10, 2022, revised January 12, 2022, revised December 15, 2023, revised August 27, 2024 and revised November 25, 2004; Sheet 1 of 1 dated April 24, 2024, revised November 18, 2024, revised November 25, 2024; Sheet L-1 dated November 25, 2024 revised December 5, 2024 prepared by Linden Engineering Partners, LLC, 18 Henderson Road, Woburn, MA 01801 (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, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Tesla, Inc., 6900 Dumbarton Circle, Freemont, California 94555, for a special permit under Section 5.1(56)...
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 Tesla, Inc., 6900 Dumbarton Circle, Freemont, California 94555, for a special permit under Section 5.1(56) of the 1985 Woburn...
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 May 6, 2025 — On the petition by Tesla, Inc., 6900 Dumbarton Circle, Freemont, California 94555, for a special permit...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON May 6, 2025, 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 May 6, 2025, 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 in Mishawum...
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 May 6, 2025 — 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 May 6, 2025, 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 May 6, 2025, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Tesla, Inc., 6900 Dumbarton Circle, Freemont, California 94555, for a special permit under Section 5.1(56)...
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 Tesla, Inc., 6900 Dumbarton Circle, Freemont, California 94555, for a special permit under Section 5.1(56) of the 1985 Woburn...
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 May 6, 2025 — On the petition by Tesla, Inc., 6900 Dumbarton Circle, Freemont, California 94555, for a special permit...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON May 6, 2025, 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 May 6, 2025, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by President Dillon, per request of the Mayor, to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by 1....
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 President Dillon, per request of the Mayor, to amend the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended, by 1. adopting a new...
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 May 6, 2025, and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Ordinances, Charter and Rules — On the petition by...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON May 6, 2025, AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER AND RULES, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON May 6, 2025, AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES, CHARTER AND RULES, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Guastavino Realty, LLC, 660 Main Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, by its Attorneys, Rubin and Rudman...
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 Guastavino Realty, LLC, 660 Main Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, by its Attorneys, Rubin and Rudman llp, 500 Unicorn Park...
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..”
Take a ten-minute recess — On the petition by Guastavino Realty, LLC, 660 Main Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, by its Attorneys, Rubin and Rudman llp, 500 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn,...
Motion made and 2nd to take a ten-minute recess, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take a ten-minute recess, all in favor, 9-0..”
Return to the regular order of business
Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 9-0..”
A communication be sent to the City Auditor and City Treasurer/Collector requesting if payment has been received for the disposition of the fire station located at 654 Main Street
Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the City Auditor and City Treasurer/Collector requesting if payment has been received for the disposition of the fire station located at 654 Main Street, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the City Auditor and City Treasurer/Collector requesting if payment has been received for the disposition of the fire station located at 654 Main Street, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on April 15, 2025 — On the petition by Guastavino Realty, LLC, 660 Main Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, by its...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON April 15, 2025, 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 April 15, 2025, all in favor, 9-0..”
Committee Reports — Finance
The committee report be adopted — On the order that $740,283.75 be transferred from Unreserved Fund Balance Acct# 01- 356000 to Fire Salaries (Contract Settlement) Acct# 0122051-511000, a...
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 a total of $62,700.00 be transferred to Goddard School Crossing Acct# 360058-58433, from Woodbridge Station Acct# 360058-588040 for $16,929.00...
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 order be adopted — On the order authorizing the Mayor to enter into a lease with Cummings Properties for premises at 4F Henshaw Street for temporary relocation of Fire Station #4, a committee...
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..”
Committee Reports — Personnel
The committee report be adopted — On the appointment of Anthony Langone, Jr. to the Woburn Redevelopment Authority, a committee report was received "ought to pass"
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted — On the appointment of Douglas Olander to the Woburn Redevelopment Authority, 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 — Public Safety and License
The committee report be adopted — On the petition by Woburn Host Lions Club for special event permit for a charity dog walk at Horn Pond and area streets on April 5, 2025, with request for waiver...
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 petition for renewal of Common Carrier Licenses for Transaction Corporate Shuttles Inc., 5 Wheeling Avenue, 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..”
Citizen’s Participation
The matter be referred to the Committee on Liaison — Petition for Citizens Participation by Jack and Karen Foley, 86 Beach Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, to object to sidewalk extension at...
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..”
Appointments and Elections
The matter be referred to the Committee on Personnel — A communication dated March 4, 2025, was received from His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon as follows: Dear Ms. Higgins: By the power...
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..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Personnel — A communication dated March 13, 2025, was received from His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon as follows: Dear President Dillon and...
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
Suspend the rules to allow the School Committee Chair and her designees to speak
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the School Committee Chair and her designees to speak, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the School Committee Chair and her designees to speak, all in favor, 9-0..”
The PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent records
Motion made and 2nd that the PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent records, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent records, all in favor, 9-0..”
The PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent record
Motion made and 2nd that the PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PowerPoint presentation be received and made part of the permanent record, 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..”
Suspend the rules to allow the public to speak on the matter
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the public to speak on the matter, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the public to speak on the matter, 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..”
The matter be placed on file — Resolve: whereas, Chair Ellen Crowley of the Woburn School Committee ("Committee") requested time at the City Council Regular Meeting on March 18, 2025, for the...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE PLACED ON FILE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: whereas, the City Council of the City Woburn is proud to serve a community that cares about each other, and recognizes that acts of kindness positively impact...
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..”
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..”
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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