September 2026

• City Council

  Monday, September 28, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Approved a request to invite a Suicide Prevention Program clinician to a future Committee of the Whole meeting; the resolution was referred to the Committee of the Whole. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Resolution in Honor of Recovery Awareness Month 2026. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved acceptance of fitness equipment from Core Development & Management and Planet Fitness for the Fire Department. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved acceptance of the Green Communities Competitive Grant in the amount of $173,714. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Secondhand Dealers' license for Pedals & Powder, LLC at 85 River Street. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  3 more decisions

  • Approved the Class II license renewal for New England Transit Sales, Inc. at 215 Lexington Street. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved naming the 617 Lexington Street building "The John J 'Jack' Daddona Education Center." p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the November 2026 Election Warrant. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  12 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved the regular City Council meeting minutes of September 14, 2026. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Zoning Ordinance Amendment at 181-185 Felton Street to the Ordinances and Rules Committee. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Street Opening at 205 Second Avenue to the Public Works and Public Safety Committee.
  • Referred the Street Opening at 1-141 South Street to the Public Works and Public Safety Committee.
  • Referred the Special Permit application at 20 Williams Street to the Ordinances and Rules Committee and recessed the hearing to November 23, 2026. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Fuel Storage License for 40-50 & 60 Sylvan Road to the Licenses and Franchises Committee. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Mayor's request regarding the Lawrence School Building to the Committee of the Whole. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Mayor's request regarding the Government Center building and land to the Committee of the Whole. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Special Act on Health Insurance Coverage for the Mayor's office to the Ordinances and Rules Committee. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the CPC recommendation for $320,000 of CPA funds for Window Restoration at Gore Place to the Long Term Debt and Capital Planning Committee. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the CPC recommendation for $85,000 of CPA funds for Exterior Restoration of Community Day Center at 20 Felton Street to the Long Term Debt and Capital Planning Committee. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the CPC recommendation for $50,768 of additional CPA funds for Steeple Preservation and Restoration at First Parish Church to the Long Term Debt and Capital Planning Committee. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• Conservation Commission

  Thursday, September 24, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • CPC approved $50,768 for First Parish Church steeple repairs. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • CPC approved $104,600 for 20 Felton Street windows and siding replacement. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • CPC approved $350,000 for restoration of 43 windows at Gore Place. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  3 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Continued the Request for Determination of Applicability for 231 Second Ave to the October 8 meeting. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Continued the Notice of Intent for 234 Calvary Street (DEP File # 316-tba) to the October 8 meeting. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the September 10, 2026 meeting minutes. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• Traffic Commission

  Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Approved new STOP signs at the two egresses from the Embassy Parking Facility. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the PayByPhone service contract, raising the SMS fee to $0.25 and authorizing the Traffic Engineer to sign it. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved removal of the disabled parking space at 40 Clinton Street. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved free parking for artists and vendors for Waltham Open Studios on November 7 in four city lots. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved final traffic signal plans for the Main St/Gore St/Barbara Rd/Warren St intersection and authorized the Traffic Engineer to sign the Right of Entry document. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  10 more decisions

  • Approved installation of an RRFB on Linden Street. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a STOP sign on the Mokema Avenue approach to Seminole Avenue. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved requested modifications to municipal lot car chargers and directed the Traffic Engineer to work with Purchasing on a ChargePoint contract. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Accepted the Phase 1A traffic study for the 1000 Winter Street residential development, with added requirements for future phases and a letter of concern to City Council. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved converting the Adams Street and Walnut Street intersection to an All-Way STOP. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Reaffirmed that 14 previously approved traffic signal improvements are still needed. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved adding STOP sign regulations for Colburn St, Dorchester St, Keach St, Milton St, and Shakespeare Rd to the Rules & Regulations. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved removal of the disabled parking regulation on Colburn Street. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved new lane use regulations at Weston Street with Cedarwood Avenue and Tavern Road. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved correcting Wheelock Road parking restrictions in the Rules & Regulations to match posted signs. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  5 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Tabled the Newton Street/Pine Street signal request pending new traffic volume data. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Tabled the Moody Street/Crescent Street/Pine Street signal request pending new traffic volume data. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • The New MBTA Bus Shelters item was withdrawn before the meeting. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • The Main Street parking permits request for the Waltham Chamber of Commerce was withdrawn before the meeting. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Tabled the MBTA Better Bus Project Update.

• School Committee

  Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Approved the Consent Agenda, including new hires, retirements, resignations, and a donated vehicle for the CTE program. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Tabled the FY '27 Budget Transfer Request until the next meeting. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• City Council

  Monday, September 14, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Approved the McDevitt Eighth Grade Civic Sidewalk Project Resolution. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Secondhand Dealers license at 56 Felton Street for More Than Words. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved acceptance of a $208,096 grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging and Independence for the Council on Aging. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a $98,672.05 transfer for the construction phase of the Green Infrastructure Retrofit Project at the Embassy Garage. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the National Hispanic Heritage Month Resolution. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  5 more decisions

  • Approved the request to invite the Director of Information Technology to the Committee of the Whole on AI use, and referred the matter to the Committee of the Whole. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Yolanda Cellucci Resolution. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the $2,125,684 Water/Street/Sewer Loan Authorization on second and final reading, 13-0-1-1. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the $1,675,000 Zetron Max alerting/radio control system Loan Authorization on second and final reading, 13-0-1-1. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Compensation Ordinance amending pay charts for non-union employees on third and final reading, 12-0-1-1-1. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  11 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved the regular City Council meeting minutes of August 13, 2026. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Secondhand Dealers license at 85 River Street for Pedals & Powder, LLC to the Licenses and Franchises Committee. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Fuel Storage license at 245 Fifth Avenue for ALP PHOP Manager LLC to the Licenses and Franchises Committee. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Veterans' housing concept plan presentation request to the Committee of the Whole. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred acceptance of fitness equipment from Core Development & Management and Planet Fitness to the Finance Committee. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred acceptance of the Green Communities Competitive Grant of $173,714 to the Finance Committee. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Class 2 License renewal at 215 Lexington Street for New England Transit Sales, Inc. to the Licenses and Franchises Committee. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Secondhand Dealers License Resolution to the Licenses and Franchises Committee. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Rule 95 Utility Master Plan Resolution to the Licenses and Franchises Committee. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the Resolution Amending the MBTA Communities Zoning Ordinance to Incorporate the City's Newly Adopted Inclusionary Zoning Requirements to the Ordinances and Rules Committee. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Referred the letter on naming the 617 Lexington Street building 'The John J "Jack" Daddona Education Center' to the Licenses and Franchises Committee. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• Conservation Commission

  Thursday, September 10, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Authorized the chair or conservation agent to sign off on behalf of the commission for the 962 Main Street project. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Issued a Positive 2B / Negative 3 determination for 36 Kingston Road. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Issued a full certificate of compliance for 404 Wyman Street (DEP File # 316-0839). p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Authorized Ms. Abbott to sign paperwork for a Certified Copy of Certificate of Compliance for 860 Winter Street (DEP File #316-0714). p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Issued a corrected Order of Conditions for 455 Totten Pond Road (DEP File #316-0850). p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  1 more decision

  • Approved the 2027 meeting dates. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  2 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Continued the Request for Determination of Applicability for 231 Second Ave to the September 24 meeting. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved meeting minutes from 8-13-2026. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• Recreation Board

  Wednesday, September 9, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Voted to exit Executive Session. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Nominated and approved Jessica Herwick for the position of Recreation Supervisor, roll call. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Needham Soccer Memorial Day Tournament request at Veterans Athletic Complex, May 28 through May 31, 2027. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the November Tournament- IFA request, held November 21 through November 22. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Inclusive Athletic Event- Waltham PD request. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  2 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved the minutes of the June 3, 2026 Parks-Recreation Board meeting, with Debra Coleman abstaining. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Voted to enter Executive Session for a discussion, roll call. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• Disability Services Commission

  Friday, September 4, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Decided to place a bench honoring Pam Jones at CVS. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved the minutes of September 4, 2026 as presented. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• School Committee

  Wednesday, September 2, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Approved moving to Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining and negotiations with several unions and nonunion personnel. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved hearing from all off-Committee members. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the 2026-2027 Waltham High School student handbook. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Waltham Public Schools 3 year Equity Plan. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Ratified the Memorandum of Agreement with the Waltham Public Schools Building Trades union. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  2 more decisions

  • Approved the PROTECT Act Model Policy. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved paying the bills on the warrant. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

  Committee recommendations to the City Council

  • The Waltham City Council name the 617 Lexington Street building 'The John J. "Jack" Daddona Education Center'. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved the Consent Agenda including minutes, retirements, and resignations. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

August 2026

• Conservation Commission

  Thursday, August 13, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Authorized the conservation agent to sign off on behalf of the commission for 51 Bacon Street for the city council special permit process. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Issued a Positive 2B / Negative 3 determination for 153 Second Ave, including a condition to record the O&M plan at the registry of deeds. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved the meeting minutes from 7-16-2026. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• School Committee

  Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Voted to move to Executive Session for collective bargaining and litigation strategy discussions, returning to the regular meeting at 6:00 pm. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Voted to move agenda items 6, 7 and 8 out of order. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the staff out of district requests for the 2026-2027 school year. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Voted to hear from off-committee members regarding the Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plan. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Voted to have the Curriculum and Instruction highlight presentation posted to the district and all school websites. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  2 more decisions

  • Adopted the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guidelines as presented. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Voted to pay the bills on the warrant. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  2 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved the Consent Agenda, including minutes, retirements, and resignations. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Tabled the Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion three-year plan until the September 2, 2026 meeting. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• City Council Long Term Debt and Capital Planning Committee

  Tuesday, August 4, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Approved a first reading of the $6,420,000 loan for exterior renovations to the Howe & the Administration Buildings at 200 Trapelo Road. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a $270,000 CPA fund allocation for structural repairs at 88 Lexington Street, St. Mary Apartments. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• City Council Public Works and Public Safety Committee

  Monday, August 3, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Took all the 17-80s and private-to-public ways collectively off the table by voice vote. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a request to have Nationalgrid provide the location of gas mains on Mt Pleasant and Buxton and when they are to be repaired or replaced. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  4 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved the meeting minutes from 6/15/2026 by voice vote. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the meeting minutes from 6/22/2026 by voice vote. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Tabled the Resolution for McDevitt School Civic Project Resolution by voice vote. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Tabled all matters collectively by voice vote. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• City Council Finance Committee

  Monday, August 3, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Approved accepting a $1,000 donation from the Revvity Foundation to the Waltham Fire Department. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a first reading of a $1,675,000 loan authorization for a new Zetron Max station alerting and radio control system for the 911 Dispatch Center.
  • Approved a $11,809.14 transfer to purchase survey equipment for the Engineering Department.
  • Approved a transfer of $1,519,316 for the seven-street water/sewer/street infrastructure project. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a first reading of a $2,125,684 loan authorization for the seven-street infrastructure project. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  3 more decisions

  • Approved a $32,000 transfer for additional design services for the Beaver Street railroad crossing project.
  • Approved a $678,550 funding transfer for the Teamsters (Laborers') Union collective bargaining agreement.
  • Approved a $1,158,400 funding transfer for the Non-Union Compensation Ordinance amendment.

• City Council

  Monday, August 3, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Approved the 17-25 street opening for Nicholas DiDuca at 20 Gale Street, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved naming the west wing of 617 Lexington Street for Robert Eagle. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Filed the request from Margaret Cannon to name Northeast Elementary School for Superintendent John J. Daddona. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Denied the Mayor's request to name 617 Lexington Street after former Superintendent John J. Daddona. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a $678,550 funding transfer for the Teamsters (Laborers) union contract, July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  28 more decisions

  • Approved a $1,000 donation to the Waltham Fire Department from the Revvity Foundation. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the appointment of Debra Catalanotti to the Waltham Council on Aging, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the appointment of Diane Lane to the Board of Cemetery Commissioners, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Accepted the Mayor's communication on a Special Act for Mayor's health insurance as an informational communication attached to the matter already in committee. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved two taking orders for easements to finish the Pelham Road traffic project, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a $1,158,400 funding transfer for the Non-Union Compensation Ordinance amendment, July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Compensation Ordinance amending non-union pay charts for a first reading, then tabled it on the Council floor. p. 11page 11 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved an $11,809.14 transfer to purchase survey equipment for the Engineering Department. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a $32,000 transfer for design services for the Beaver Street railroad crossing project. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a $1,591,316 financing transaction for water, sewer, and street work on Bolton, Caughey, Clinton, Cutter, Day, Graymore and Mt. Pleasants Streets. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a $2,125,684 loan authorization for the same water, sewer, and street project for a first reading, then tabled it on the Council floor. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a loan authorization for a new Zetron Max 911 dispatch system for a first reading, then tabled it on the Council floor. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Purchase and Sale agreement and lease for 600 Main Street, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the Massport letter for Demhat Oduneu at 178 Weston Street. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved an amendment to CPC Housing Order #36904 for $804,900. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a third reading reclassifying Assistant Fire Chief to Grade 18, 11-0-1-2-1. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a third reading reclassifying Human Resources Director from Grade 17 to Grade 18, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a third reading reclassifying Benefits Coordinator to Grade 12, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a third reading for a $5,000 stipend for Senior Park Ranger, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a third reading renaming Consolidated Public Works/CPW to Department of Public Works/DPW, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the 17-80 resurfacing of Mount Pleasant Street, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the 17-80 resurfacing of Duddy Avenue, 12-0-0-2-1.
  • Approved the 17-80 resurfacing of Buxton Lane, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the 17-80 resurfacing of Kenmore Road, amended to include Kenmore Terrace, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the 17-80 resurfacing of Blossom Street, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the 17-80 resurfacing of Milner Street, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved a Grant of Location for Nationalgrid at South Street and other streets, with conditions. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Denied the zoning amendment at 1432 Main Street for Ferris Development Group LLC, 10-1-0-1-2-1. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  2 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved, as amended, a correction for a scrivener's error in the June 9, 2025 minutes regarding Executive Session. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Withdrew without prejudice the zoning amendment at 181-185 Felton Street for Union Avenue LLC, 12-0-0-2-1. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

Earlier months

July 2026 3 meetings

• Conservation Commission

  Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Authorized the Conservation Agent to sign off on the 96 Tower Road development prospectus. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Issued a Certificate of Compliance for the shared-use path near Jones Road (DEP File #316-0818). p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Issued a positive order of conditions for the 200 Trapelo Road golf course, with a condition requiring documentation of legal justification for proceeding without a conservation restriction. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Issued a Positive 2A/Negative 3 determination for the Brandeis University walkway project at 415 South Street. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Issued a certified copy of the Certificate of Compliance for 554 Lexington Street (DEP File #316-0770). p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  3 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Continued the Request for Determination of Applicability for Aaron Hall at 153 Second Ave to the 8/13 meeting. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Closed the public hearing on the 200 Trapelo Road golf course Notice of Intent. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the meeting minutes from 06-18-2025. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• Historical Commission

  Monday, July 13, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Found the house at 32 Cherry Street not preferably preserved. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved taking item 6 out of order. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Found the gray building at 240 Beaver Street not preferably preserved. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved taking the Corn Lab at 240 Beaver Street rehabilitation item out of order. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Found the 96 Tower Road site, within the 1265 Main Street complex, not historically significant. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  2 more decisions

  • Approved use of fiberglass replacement gutters on Wellington House. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Accepted the 240 Beaver Street Corn Lab rehabilitation plans and agreed to write a letter of support for the CPC application, about $37,000, if plans do not change. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Postponed approval of the June 2026 meeting minutes until next month. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

• School Committee

  Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Minutes (opens in new tab) · Checked against the city's PDF

  • Approved the 2026-2027 Valor High School handbook with specified changes. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the AP World Modern textbooks. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Voted to provide a copy of the Full Size Classroom Use document dated July 9, 2026 to the Waltham City Council for informational purposes. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved the FY '27 School Department budget as presented in the updated budget book. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  • Approved paying the bills on the FY '26 warrant. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  1 more decision

  • Approved paying the bills on the FY '27 warrant. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
  1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals

  • Approved the Consent Agenda, including retirements, resignations, and minutes from June 17, 2026. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)

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