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City Council meeting summary

MarlboroughApr 6, 20261 min read

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The City Council unanimously accepted $220,876.41 in grants: $20,876.41 for fire safety gear and $200,000 for Women’s Veterans Park rehabilitation and continued local Commuter Shuttle operations. The council also approved utility infrastructure work subject to permitting and site conditions.

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Residents can expect grant funding to support fire equipment, park improvements, and continued Commuter Shuttle service. The council approved Comcast’s underground conduit project and a joint-owned utility pole on Pleasant Street, with requirements including permits, location approval, and property easements where needed. Proposed transfers of $807,524 for MEDC operating funds and $150,000 for an economic development toolbox were sent to the Finance Committee for review rather than finally approved.

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Accepted a $20,876.41 grant for the Fire Department to purchase fire safety gear and equipment by a 10-0 vote.
Accepted a $200,000 grant for rehabilitation of Women’s Veterans Park and continued operation of the local Commuter Shuttle by a 10-0 vote.
Approved Comcast’s underground conduit installation on Onamog Street, American Way, and Fairmount Street, subject to a road opening permit and city licensing requirements, by a 10-0 vote.
Approved a proposed joint-owned utility pole on Pleasant Street, subject to permitting, pre-marking, driveway clearance, and required easements, by a 10-0 vote.
Referred proposed transfers of $807,524 for MEDC’s FY 2027 operating budget and $150,000 for the Economic Development Toolbox to the Finance Committee.
Set April 27, 2026, as the public hearing date for Lightpath Fiber Infrastructure LLC’s proposed communications conduit installation on Forest Street.
Referred the proposed Assistant Fire Chief job description to the Personnel Committee.
Accepted the temporary appointment of Brian Doheny as Interim City Collector for a 60-day term ending May 23, 2026.

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