MassVoter.com← Woburn City CouncilWoburn City Council · 2026–2027 Council · Regular meeting
May 19, 2026
71 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Present: Yano Amara, Robert J. Ferullo, Joseph E. Demers, Darlene Mercer-Bruen, Jeffrey P. Dillon, William J. Pappalardo, Lou DiMambro, Charles Viola, Robert F. Toro
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.
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“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 following resolves out of order
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the following resolves out of order, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to take the following resolves out of order, all in favor, 9-0..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, since 2019, Kick It for a Cause, Inc. ("Kick It") has turned the energy of community sports into a lifeline for suicide prevention; and Whereas, Kick It...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor. 9-0.
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“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor. 9-0..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, Maggie Campbell was the Senior Captain of the Woburn Memorial High School Wrestling Team (the "wmhs Wrestling Team") that had an overall record of 22-5-3...
Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor. 9-0.
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“Motion made and 2nd that the RESOLVE BE ADOPTED, all in favor. 9-0..”
The resolve be adopted — Resolve: Whereas, Caitlin Castoldi was the Senior Captain of the Woburn Memorial High School Wrestling Team (the "wmhs Wrestling Team") that had an overall record of...
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, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to return to the regular order of business, 9-0..”
Mayor’s Communications
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated May 12, 2026, was received from His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon as follows: re: FY27 Budget...
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 His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon or his designees to speak on the matter
Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon or his designees to speak on the matter, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to suspend the rules to allow His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon or his designees 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 budget and any and all pertinent documents be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated May 12, 2026, was received from His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon as...
Motion made and 2nd that the budget and any and all pertinent documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the budget and any and all pertinent documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Finance — A communication dated May 12, 2026, was received from His Honor the Mayor Michael P. Concannon as follows: re: FY27 Budget Presentation Dear...
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 Infrastructure and Public Lands — Order: Located at 679 Main Street, as recorded by Deeds in Middlesex Registry of Deeds at Book 2137, Page 591, and Book...
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 matter be referred to the Committee on Public Safety and License — Petition by Cambridge Sports Union for a Special Event Permit for an orienteering event at Horn Pond, parking lot, and...
Motion made and 2nd 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 MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to the Committee on Public Safety and License — Petition by Lyons Fuel, Inc., 6 Dudley Street Place, p.o. Box 384, Arlington, Massachusetts 02476, for a new inflammable...
Motion made and 2nd 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 MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND LICENSE, all in favor, 9-0..”
The matter be referred to public hearing — Petition by Aaron Banker, 108 Arlington Road, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended,...
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..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by New Creek II LLC for minor modification to special permit dated November 13, 2014 to update condition No....
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 New Creek II LLC for minor modification to special permit dated November 13, 2014 to update condition No. 1 regarding hours of operation to...
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 NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for grant of location to install approximately 58 feet of...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, 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 58 feet of conduit and one new...
Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, 9- 0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, 9- 0..”
The public hearing be continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on June 2, 2026 — 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 JUNE 2, 2026, 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 JUNE 2, 2026, all in favor, 9-0..”
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 approximately 50 feet of...
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 approximately 50 feet of conduit and one 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 June 2, 2026 — 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 JUNE 2, 2026, 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 JUNE 2, 2026, all in favor, 9-0..”
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 approximately 75 feet of...
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 approximately 75 feet of conduit in New Boston...
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 June 2, 2026 — 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 JUNE 2, 2026, 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 JUNE 2, 2026, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by 102 Main Street LLC, 44 Dix Road Extension, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under the...
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 102 Main Street LLC, 44 Dix Road Extension, 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, 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 102 Main Street LLC, 44 Dix Road Extension, 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, 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 with the conditions as outlined as follows: 1. The plans of record shall be the Site Plan submitted with the Application prepared by Edward J. Farrell dated November...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED with the conditions as outlined as follows: 1. The plans of record shall be the Site Plan submitted with the Application prepared by Edward J. Farrell dated November 10, 2010 entitled "PLOT PLAN 102-104 MAIN STREET WOBURN, MASS" and the architectural plans submitted April 16, 2026 by DXTR Design Group entitled "102 MAIN ST GYM"; 2. All conditions of the prior special permits shall remain in full force and effect specifically the special permits dated January 3, 2012, January 15, 2013 and May 7, 2013 and minor modification dated April 21, 2026; 3. The hours of operation shall be 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday; 4. That the permit is for Elevate Industries LLC dba GO only and is not transferable; 5. That all street parking shall be in accordance with the Woburn Traffic Code; 6. Amplified music or other amplified sound associated with the private gym use shall be kept to a reasonable level such that it is not plainly audible at the interior of neighboring dwelling units with windows and doors closed, and shall in all events comply with applicable state and local noise regulations; 7. That outdoor classes, training sessions or use of outdoors in general are strictly prohibited; and 8. All deliveries or trash pickup on site shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and shall not be in violation with the Woburn City Code, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED with the conditions as outlined as follows: 1. The plans of record shall be the Site Plan submitted with the Application prepared by Edward J. Farrell dated November 10, 2010 entitled "PLOT PLAN 102-104 MAIN STREET WOBURN, MASS" and the architectural plans submitted April 16, 2026 by DXTR Design Group entitled "102 MAIN ST GYM"; 2. All conditions of the prior special permits shall remain in full force and effect specifically the special permits dated January 3, 2012, January 15, 2013 and May 7, 2013 and minor modification dated April 21, 2026; 3. The hours of operation shall be 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday; 4. That the permit is for Elevate Industries LLC dba GO only and is not transferable; 5. That all street parking shall be in accordance with the Woburn Traffic Code; 6. Amplified music or other amplified sound associated with the private gym use shall be kept to a reasonable level such that it is not plainly audible at the interior of neighboring dwelling units with windows and doors closed, and shall in all events comply with applicable state and local noise regulations; 7. That outdoor classes, training sessions or use of outdoors in general are strictly prohibited; and 8. All deliveries or trash pickup on site shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and shall not be in violation with the Woburn City Code, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by cb Silva, LLC, 207 Waverly Avenue, Watertown, Massachusetts 02472, 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, 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 cb Silva, LLC, 207 Waverly Avenue, Watertown, Massachusetts 02472, 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, 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 June 2, 2026 — On the petition by cb Silva, LLC, 207 Waverly Avenue, Watertown, Massachusetts 02472, for a special...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 2, 2026, 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 JUNE 2, 2026, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by A Better Companion Dog Training LLC, 1 Acorn Street, 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, 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 leave to withdraw without prejduce with respect to section 5.1(35B) be granted
Motion made and 2nd that the LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJDUCE WITH RESPECT TO SECTION 5.1(35B) BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the LEAVE TO WITHDRAW WITHOUT PREJDUCE WITH RESPECT TO SECTION 5.1(35B) BE GRANTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by A Better Companion Dog Training LLC, 1 Acorn Street, 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, 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 A Better Companion Dog Training LLC, 1 Acorn Street, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as...
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 with the conditions as outlined as follows: 1. The plans of record shall be the Site Plan submitted with the Application prepared by Jeffrey N. Oxman dated February...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED with the conditions as outlined as follows: 1. The plans of record shall be the Site Plan submitted with the Application prepared by Jeffrey N. Oxman dated February 17, 1986 and revised on February 18, 1986 entitled "SITE PLAN ON PROSPECT STREET WOBURN, MASS." and the architectural plans by Harrison Mulhern Architects dated April 18, 2022 entitled "PARTITION PLAN CEILING PLAN MEZZANINE PLAN FRAMING PLAN"; 2. All conditions of the prior special permits shall remain in full force and effect; 3. All kennel and dog training activities authorized by this special permit shall be conducted entirely within the interior of the building on the locus. No dog training, classes, exercises, or related activities shall be conducted outdoors on the subject property, including but not limited to parking areas, yard areas, or any exterior portion of the premises. Ordinary and incidental walking of dogs to and from vehicles, for brief relief, or on public ways in the vicinity of the property shall be permitted, provided that such activities do not constitute organized training or classes. Outdoor use of the property for dog training or classes is expressly prohibited; 4. All dog waste generated on the premises shall be promptly collected and placed in sealed, odor- controlled bags and deposited in appropriate covered containers or dumpsters maintained on the property. All such containers and dumpsters used for the storage of dog waste shall
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED with the conditions as outlined as follows: 1. The plans of record shall be the Site Plan submitted with the Application prepared by Jeffrey N. Oxman dated February 17, 1986 and revised on February 18, 1986 entitled "SITE PLAN ON PROSPECT STREET WOBURN, MASS." and the architectural plans by Harrison Mulhern Architects dated April 18, 2022 entitled "PARTITION PLAN CEILING PLAN MEZZANINE PLAN FRAMING PLAN"; 2. All conditions of the prior special permits shall remain in full force and effect; 3. All kennel and dog training activities authorized by this special permit shall be conducted entirely within the interior of the building on the locus. No dog training, classes, exercises, or related activities shall be conducted outdoors on the subject property, including but not limited to parking areas, yard areas, or any exterior portion of the premises. Ordinary and incidental walking of dogs to and from vehicles, for brief relief, or on public ways in the vicinity of the property shall be permitted, provided that such activities do not constitute organized training or classes. Outdoor use of the property for dog training or classes is expressly prohibited; 4. All dog waste generated on the premises shall be promptly collected and placed in sealed, odor- controlled bags and deposited in appropriate covered containers or dumpsters maintained on the property. All such containers and dumpsters used for the storage of dog waste shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition so as to prevent odors and nuisance conditions. Containers and dumpsters used for dog waste disposal shall be emptied no less than once per week, and more frequently if necessary to prevent overflow, odor, or unsanitary conditions; 5. The interior of the building devoted to kennel and dog training use shall be fitted with sound-attenuating floor and if needed and appropriate, wall and ceiling materials designed to reduce the transmission of noise, including barking, to adjoining properties. Such sound-attenuating treatments and shall be maintained in good condition for the life of the use. The intent of this condition is to minimize, to the greatest extent practicable, the audible impact of kennel and training activities on neighboring properties; 6. The kennel and dog training facility shall at all times operate in full compliance with 'Ollie's Law', and with all regulations, policies, and guidance issued thereunder by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR), including but not limited to requirements for kennel licensing, inspections, safety standards, staffing, recordkeeping, and incident reporting. Any violation of Ollie's Law or related MDAR regulations shall constitute a violation of this special permit and may be grounds for enforcement action or modification or revocation of this special permit by the City Council; 7. The kennel and dog training facility shall at all times cooperate with and abide by the directives, conditions, and recommendations of the City of Woburn Animal Control Officer(s) issued in connection with the operation of the facility, including but not limited to matters of animal safety, welfare, noise, and nuisance control. The petitioner shall promptly coordinate with Animal Control and the Building Commissioner to address any complaints or concerns related to the facility and shall implement, within a reasonable time, any measures reasonably required by the Animal Control Officer or Building Commissioner that are consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and this special permit; 8. The petitioner shall comply with all applicable requirements of the Woburn Board of Health in connection with the operation of the facility; 9. At no time shall more than fifteen (15) dogs total be kept, boarded, trained, cared for, or otherwise present within the facility, whether for daytime care, overnight boarding, or any combination thereof; 10. Any dogs kept overnight at the facility shall be under continuous on-site human supervision, with at least one employee of the facility present on the premises at all times during overnight hours. Dogs shall not be left alone or unattended in the facility overnight under any circumstances. At no time shall CCTV be used in place of continuous on-site human supervision; 11. The hours of operation for any group trainings, drop off and pick up shall be 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday; and 12. The Council shall require, as a condition of this approval, that within six (6) months of the commencement of kennel operations, the Animal Control Officer for the City shall submit a written report to the Council. Such report shall indicate whether any complaints, violations, citations, or other enforcement actions have been received or issued in connection with the operation of the kennel during that period, all in favor, 9-0..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by nhc Realty, Inc. - Cummings Foundation, Inc., 200 West Cummings Park, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, for a...
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 nhc Realty, Inc. - Cummings Foundation, Inc., 200 West Cummings Park, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801, 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 continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on June 2, 2026 — On the petition by nhc Realty, Inc. - Cummings Foundation, Inc., 200 West Cummings Park, Woburn,...
Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CONTINUED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 2, 2026, 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 JUNE 2, 2026, all in favor, 9-0..”
Take a five-minute recess
Motion made and 2nd to take a five-minute recess, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to take a five-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..”
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by 20 Franklin Realty Trust, 5 Whitney Street, Saugus, Massachusetts 01906, for a special permit under the...
Motion made and 2nd that all communications be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained).
Yes: Amara, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
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 (DiMambro Abstained)..”
The documents be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by 20 Franklin Realty Trust, 5 Whitney Street, Saugus, Massachusetts 01906, for a special permit under the 1985...
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained).
Yes: Amara, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
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 (DiMambro Abstained)..”
Motion made and 2nd that the documents be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained).
Yes: Amara, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
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 (DiMambro Abstained)..”
The document be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by 20 Franklin Realty Trust, 5 Whitney Street, Saugus, Massachusetts 01906, for a special permit under the 1985...
Motion made and 2nd that the document be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained).
Yes: Amara, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
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 (DiMambro Abstained)..”
Amend the proposed conditions numbering to fix clerical mistake with condition number fives
Motion made and 2nd to amend the proposed conditions numbering to fix clerical mistake with condition number fives, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained).
Yes: Amara, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to amend the proposed conditions numbering to fix clerical mistake with condition number fives, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained)..”
Include "in perpetuity" — On the petition by 20 Franklin Realty Trust, 5 Whitney Street, Saugus, Massachusetts 01906, for a special permit under the 1985 Woburn Zoning Ordinances, as amended,...
Motion made and 2nd to include "in perpetuity", all in favor, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained).
Yes: Amara, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to include "in perpetuity", all in favor, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained)..”
The public hearing be opened for public comments — On the petition by 20 Franklin Realty Trust, 5 Whitney Street, Saugus, Massachusetts 01906, 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, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained).
Yes: Amara, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the public hearing be opened for public comments, all in favor, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained)..”
The document be received and made part of the permanent record — On the petition by 20 Franklin Realty Trust, 5 Whitney Street, Saugus, Massachusetts 01906, for a special permit under the 1985...
Motion made and 2nd that the document be received and made part of the permanent record, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained).
Yes: Amara, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
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 (DiMambro Abstained)..”
The public hearing be closed — On the petition by 20 Franklin Realty Trust, 5 Whitney Street, Saugus, Massachusetts 01906, 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 (DiMambro Abstained).
Yes: Amara, Demers, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED, all in favor, 8-0-1 (DiMambro Abstained)..”
The special permit be denied because the project is out of character for the current neighborhood as it exists — On the petition by 20 Franklin Realty Trust, 5 Whitney Street, Saugus,...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE DENIED BECAUSE THE PROJECT IS OUT OF CHARACTER FOR THE CURRENT NEIGHBORHOOD AS IT EXISTS, ROLL CALL: Amara - No; Demers - No; Dillon - Yes; DiMambro - Abstained; Ferullo - No; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Pappalardo - No; Viola - No; Toro - No. Motion Fails.
Yes: Dillon, Mercer-BruenNo: Amara, Demers, Ferullo, Pappalardo, Toro, ViolaAbstained: DiMambro
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE DENIED BECAUSE THE PROJECT IS OUT OF CHARACTER FOR THE CURRENT NEIGHBORHOOD AS IT EXISTS, ROLL CALL: Amara - No; Demers - No; Dillon - Yes; DiMambro - Abstained; Ferullo - No; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Pappalardo - No; Viola - No; Toro - No. Motion Fails..”
Make the following finding under Section 7.3, that such 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 such change, extension, or alteration is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood, ROLL CALL: Amara - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - No; DiMambro - Abstained; Ferullo - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - No; Pappalardo - No; Viola - Yes; Toro - Yes. Motion Passes.
Yes: Amara, Demers, Ferullo, Toro, ViolaNo: Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, PappalardoAbstained: DiMambro
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd to make the following finding under Section 7.3, that such change, extension, or alteration is not substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood, ROLL CALL: Amara - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - No; DiMambro - Abstained; Ferullo - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - No; Pappalardo - No; Viola - Yes; Toro - Yes. Motion Passes..”
The special permit be granted with the conditions as outlined — On the petition by 20 Franklin Realty Trust, 5 Whitney Street, Saugus, Massachusetts 01906, for a special permit under the 1985...
Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED with the conditions as outlined, ROLL CALL: Amara - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - No; DiMambro - Abstained; Ferullo - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - No; Pappalardo - No; Viola - Yes; Toro - Yes. Motion Fails.
Yes: Amara, Demers, Ferullo, Toro, ViolaNo: Dillon, Mercer-Bruen, PappalardoAbstained: DiMambroThe journal records the motion as failing although the yes votes (5) outnumber the no votes (3); some council votes need more than a simple majority (for example, two-thirds for special permits and zoning changes).
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the SPECIAL PERMIT BE GRANTED with the conditions as outlined, ROLL CALL: Amara - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - No; DiMambro - Abstained; Ferullo - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - No; Pappalardo - No; Viola - Yes; Toro - Yes. Motion Fails..”
Committee Reports — Public Safety and License
The committee report be adopted — On the petition by The Shamrock Running Club for a Special Event Permit to allow for a road race at Spence Farm on July 4, 2026, with request for waiver of...
Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0.
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“Motion made and 2nd that the COMMITTEE REPORT BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 9-0..”
The committee report be adopted — On the petition by the Woburn Kiwanis for Special Event Permit for a Flag Day Festival at Library Park on June 13, 2026, with request for waiver of umbrella...
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 taxi cab license for Checker Cab of Woburn Inc. at 827 Main Street, 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 petition for renewal of livery license for Checker Cab of Woburn Inc. at 827 Main Street, 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 petitions for renewal of Secondhand Dealers and Secondhand Collectors licenses for the following: Teresa's Closet, 164 Main Street; and Manzi Marketplace,...
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..”
Communications and Reports
All communications be received and made part of the permanent record — A communication dated May 12, 2026, was received from Jason Wright, Eversource Energy, Community Relations, 247 Station...
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 matter be laid on the table until the regular meeting of the City Council on June 16, 2026 — A communication dated May 12, 2026, was received from Jason Wright, Eversource Energy, Community...
Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE LAID ON THE TABLE UNTIL THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 16, 2026, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the MATTER BE LAID ON THE TABLE UNTIL THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 16, 2026, all in favor, 9-0..”
Appointments and Elections
The matter be referred to the Committee on Personnel — A communication dated May 12, 2026, 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 order be adopted — Order: The City Council suspend Rule 22 of the Rules and Orders of the City Council in order to have committee meetings on June 1, 2026
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-1 (Toro Against).
Yes: Amara, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, ViolaNo: Toro
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, all in favor, 8-1 (Toro Against)..”
Reconsider his vote and 2nd
Motion made by Councilor Demers to reconsider his vote and 2nd, all in favor, 9-0.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Councilor Demers to reconsider his vote and 2nd, all in favor, 9-0..” (Motion: Demers)
The order be adopted — Order: The City Council suspend Rule 22 of the Rules and Orders of the City Council in order to have committee meetings on June 1, 2026
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..”
The order be adopted — Order: Whereas, every City Department, except the school department, provide the names of the employees and their salaries in the annual budget, including but not limited to...
Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, ROLL CALL: Amara - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - Yes; DiMambro - Yes; Ferullo - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Pappalardo - Yes; Viola - Yes; Toro - No. Motion Passes.
Yes: Amara, Demers, DiMambro, Dillon, Ferullo, Mercer-Bruen, Pappalardo, ViolaNo: Toro
From the minutes
“Motion made and 2nd that the ORDER BE ADOPTED, ROLL CALL: Amara - Yes; Demers - Yes; Dillon - Yes; DiMambro - Yes; Ferullo - Yes; Mercer-Bruen - Yes; Pappalardo - Yes; Viola - Yes; Toro - No. Motion Passes..”
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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