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August 19, 2025
37 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The roll call marks Darlene Mercer-Bruen absent.
Present: Joanne E. Campbell, Joseph E. Demers, William J. Pappalardo, Lou DiMambro, Robert F. Toro, Robert J. Ferullo, Charles Viola, Jeffrey P. Dillon
Absent: Darlene Mercer-Bruen
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 (Mercer-Bruen 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 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
New Petitions
The matter be referred to the Committee on Public Safety and License — Petition by Saheli for a special event permit for a Domestic Violence Awareness Walk at Horn Pond and area streets on October...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Gurbani d/b/a Tandoor and Curry, 6 Howard Court, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, request for minor...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen 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 (Mercer-Bruen 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, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow the petitioner to speak on the matter, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The document be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Gurbani d/b/a Tandoor and Curry, 6 Howard Court, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, request for minor modification to...
Motion made and 2nd that the document be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the document be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen 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 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The minor modification be approved with the new site plan of record dated August 12, 2025, as well as the following conditions: 1.The Petitioner shall improve the Site as substantially described...
Motion made and 2nd that the MINOR MODIFICATION BE APPROVED with the new site plan of record dated August 12, 2025, as well as the following conditions: 1.The Petitioner shall improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Site Plan, 902 Main Street, Woburn, MA. 01801" dated August 12, 2025, prepared by ALAN Engineering, L.L.C. 110 Winn Street, Suite 209, 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; 2. 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.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MINOR MODIFICATION BE APPROVED with the new site plan of record dated August 12, 2025, as well as the following conditions: 1.The Petitioner shall improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Site Plan, 902 Main Street, Woburn, MA. 01801" dated August 12, 2025, prepared by ALAN Engineering, L.L.C. 110 Winn Street, Suite 209, 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; 2. 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. Monday - Friday; 3. No double parking of customer vehicles shall be allowed in front of the premises; 4. There shall be adequate pest and rodent control in place and maintained throughout the site at all times; 5. All pallets that take up space in the back alley shall be removed; 6. That all conditions of any prior special permits shall remain in effect unless modified herein; and 7. Onsite parking shall reflect the parking as shown on the plan of record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
Public Hearings
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by rth Management Co
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen 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 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by rth Management Co
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
A communication be sent to the Chief McManus and Chief Kenton requesting their opinion on the McDonalds extending its drive-thru hours until 2:00 a.m
Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the Chief McManus and Chief Kenton requesting their opinion on the McDonalds extending its drive-thru hours until 2:00 a.m., all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that a communication be sent to the Chief McManus and Chief Kenton requesting their opinion on the McDonalds extending its drive-thru hours until 2:00 a.m., all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on September 16, 2025 and that the matter be referred to the Committee on Special Permits — On the petition by rth...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 16, 2025 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON September 16, 2025 AND THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by dcd re 14 Harrison LLC, 128 Carnegie Row, Suite 200, Norwood, Massachusetts 02062, 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 (Mercer-Bruen 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 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The documents be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by dcd re 14 Harrison LLC, 128 Carnegie Row, Suite 200, Norwood, Massachusetts 02062, for a special permit under...
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer- Bruen 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 (Mercer- Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by dcd re 14 Harrison LLC, 128 Carnegie Row, Suite 200, Norwood, Massachusetts 02062, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8- 0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
A Condition No. 6 be added as follows: The 5,000 sq. ft. infiltration system shall be inspected and cleaned to ensure the added drainage from 14 Harrison Avenue is adequate
Motion made and 2nd that a Condition No. 6 be added as follows: The 5,000 sq. ft. infiltration system shall be inspected and cleaned to ensure the added drainage from 14 Harrison Avenue is adequate, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that a Condition No. 6 be added as follows: The 5,000 sq. ft. infiltration system shall be inspected and cleaned to ensure the added drainage from 14 Harrison Avenue is adequate, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by dcd re 14 Harrison LLC, 128 Carnegie Row, Suite 200, Norwood, Massachusetts 02062, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The special permit be granted, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "City...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "City Council Special Permit for Parking Lot Expansion Nucar Chevrolet of Woburn" dated July 2, 2025 revised July 31, 2025 prepared by Griffin Engineering Corp. LLC, 495 Cabot Street, 2nd Floor, Beverly, MA 01915 (hereinafter the "Site Plan") although design adjustments and modifications generally associated with: (i) preparing so-called "working drawings" or (ii) site conditions shall be permitted so long as such changes do not constitute substantial changes from said plans as determined by the Building Commissioner. In the event that the Building Commissioner determines that the building plans filed with the building permit application are not in substantial conformance with the Site Plan, the Petitioner may request a review of said plans by the City Council Special Permits Committee who shall make a final determination. If the Special Permits Committee makes a determination that the proposed plans are not in conformance with the Site Plan, the Petitioner shall be required to file a Special Permit Petition seeking approval to modify the Site Plan; 2. All dumpsters shall be enclosed, by means of a fence, wall or landscaping in compliance with the Woburn Zoning Ordinance and Title 8, Section VII 8-17 of the Woburn Municipal Code and not picked up prior to 7:00 a.m.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "City Council Special Permit for Parking Lot Expansion Nucar Chevrolet of Woburn" dated July 2, 2025 revised July 31, 2025 prepared by Griffin Engineering Corp. LLC, 495 Cabot Street, 2nd Floor, Beverly, MA 01915 (hereinafter the "Site Plan") although design adjustments and modifications generally associated with: (i) preparing so-called "working drawings" or (ii) site conditions shall be permitted so long as such changes do not constitute substantial changes from said plans as determined by the Building Commissioner. In the event that the Building Commissioner determines that the building plans filed with the building permit application are not in substantial conformance with the Site Plan, the Petitioner may request a review of said plans by the City Council Special Permits Committee who shall make a final determination. If the Special Permits Committee makes a determination that the proposed plans are not in conformance with the Site Plan, the Petitioner shall be required to file a Special Permit Petition seeking approval to modify the Site Plan; 2. All dumpsters shall be enclosed, by means of a fence, wall or landscaping in compliance with the Woburn Zoning 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. Monday - Friday; 3. There shall be adequate pest control in place prior to commencement of any site disturbance and maintained throughout all site redevelopment and construction phases; 4. All exterior building illumination shall be shielded in such a manner that will prevent direct light from impacting abutting properties; 5. That all conditions of any prior special permits shall remain in effect unless modified herein; and 6. The 5,000 sq. ft. infiltration system shall be inspected and cleaned to ensure the added drainage from 14 Harrison Avenue is adequate, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Vincent R. Leo, Jr. and Barbara M. Leo, 12 Mawn Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, 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 (Mercer-Bruen 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 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The documents be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by Vincent R. Leo, Jr. and Barbara M. Leo, 12 Mawn Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under...
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen 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 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by Vincent R. Leo, Jr. and Barbara M. Leo, 12 Mawn Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
Approve the request to amend the petition from seeking relief under Section 7.3 to Section 7.6
Motion made and 2nd to approve the request to amend the petition from seeking relief under Section 7.3 to Section 7.6, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to approve the request to amend the petition from seeking relief under Section 7.3 to Section 7.6, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
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, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
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, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by Vincent R. Leo, Jr. and Barbara M. Leo, 12 Mawn Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The special permit be granted, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Plot...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Plot Plan 56-58 Union Street, Woburn, Mass." dated August 18, 2025, prepared by Edward J. Farrell 110 Winn Street, Suite 210, 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; 2. All exterior building illumination shall be shielded in such a manner that will prevent direct light from impacting abutting properties; 3. During the Site redevelopment and construction phases, the Petitioner shall maintain all adjoining roadways and sidewalks free and clear of all d
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions: 1. The Petitioner shall improve the Site as substantially described on the Plan of Record which for this project shall be "Plot Plan 56-58 Union Street, Woburn, Mass." dated August 18, 2025, prepared by Edward J. Farrell 110 Winn Street, Suite 210, 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; 2. All exterior building illumination shall be shielded in such a manner that will prevent direct light from impacting abutting properties; 3. During the Site redevelopment and construction phases, the Petitioner shall maintain all adjoining roadways and sidewalks free and clear of all debris; 4. There shall be adequate pest control in place prior to commencement of any site disturbance and maintained throughout all site redevelopment and construction phases; and 5. In the event that the Petitioner needs to disturb Union Street for any utility connections, the Petitioner will be required to restore the pavement curb to curb, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by 628 Main Street, LLC, 28 West Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under the 1985...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen 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 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by 628 Main Street, LLC, 28 West Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by 628 Main Street, LLC, 28 West Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
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, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
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, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The special permit be granted, subject to the following conditions: 1. The site plan of record shall be dated July 7, 2025 titled "C-1"; 2. There shall be adequate pest control in place prior to...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions: 1. The site plan of record shall be dated July 7, 2025 titled "C-1"; 2. There shall be adequate pest control in place prior to commencement of any site disturbance and maintained throughout all site redevelopment and construction phases; and 3. Per the DPW Superintendent's August 19, 2025 comments, that if utility improvements are required, pavement restoration shall be curb to curb, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions: 1. The site plan of record shall be dated July 7, 2025 titled "C-1"; 2. There shall be adequate pest control in place prior to commencement of any site disturbance and maintained throughout all site redevelopment and construction phases; and 3. Per the DPW Superintendent's August 19, 2025 comments, that if utility improvements are required, pavement restoration shall be curb to curb, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by cb Silva LLC, by its Attorneys, Rubin and Rudman llp, 500 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801,...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen 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 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by cb Silva LLC, by its Attorneys, Rubin and Rudman llp, 500 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a proposed...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by cb Silva LLC, by its Attorneys, Rubin and Rudman llp, 500 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a proposed zoning amendment to...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer- Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer- Bruen Absent)..”
The order be adopted — On the petition by cb Silva LLC, by its Attorneys, Rubin and Rudman llp, 500 Unicorn Park Drive, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a proposed zoning amendment to amend...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Yes; Demers - Yes; DiMambro - Yes; Ferullo - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - Absent; Pappalardo - Yes; Toro - Yes; Viola - Yes; Dillon - Yes. Motion Passes.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, ROLL CALL: Campbell - Yes; Demers - Yes; DiMambro - Yes; Ferullo - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - Absent; Pappalardo - Yes; Toro - Yes; Viola - Yes; Dillon - Yes. Motion Passes..”
Committee Reports — Finance
The committee report be adopted — On the order approving and authorizing Mayor to enter a Payment in Lieu of Property Taxes Agreement with Onyx Development Group LLC at 120 Commerce Way, a...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
Committee Reports — Public Safety and License
The committee report be adopted — On the petition by Peoplefit, LLC for a special event permit for a breast cancer awareness walk at Horn Pond and area streets on September 27, 2025, with request...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
The committee report be adopted — On the request for Second Class Motor Vehicle Sales License name change from "Alex Auto Brokers" to "Alex Auto Brokers Inc" at 505 Main Street, a committee report...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent)..”
Motions, Orders and Resolutions
Adjourn
Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen Absent).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to ADJOURN, all in favor, 8-0-1 (Mercer-Bruen 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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