City Council - Regular Meeting

June 30, 2025
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Meeting: Regular Meeting of the Cambridge City Council Date: June 30th, 2025 Governing Body: Cambridge City Council Attendees:

  • Mayor Denise Simmons
  • Vice Mayor Marc McGovern
  • City Councilor Burhan Azeem
  • City Councilor Yi-An Huang (City Manager)
  • City Councilor Patricia Nolan
  • City Councilor Sumbul Siddiqui
  • City Councilor Jivan Sobrinho-Wheeler
  • City Councilor Paul Toner
  • City Councilor Ayesha Wilson
  • City Councilor Catherine Zusy
  • Deputy Clerk Crane
  • City Solicitor Nancy E. Behr
  • Assistant City Solicitor LaPianca
  • Commissioner McKinnon
  • Director Cotter
  • ACM Peters
  • Superintendent Wells
  • Owen O'Riordan (Deputy City Manager)
  • Representative Mike Connolly
  • Representative Marjorie Decker

Executive Summary: The Cambridge City Council convened for a regular meeting on June 30th, 2025. Key discussions included the federal update on relevant court cases, the 2024 Transportation Demand Management Program report, and barriers to housing production, particularly concerning inclusionary zoning. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to public comment and council discussion regarding the East Cambridge Community Enhancement Overlay District zoning amendment, which proposes a $20 million community benefit to the East End House. The City Manager recommended delaying the ordination of this amendment due to an unfinalized commitment letter. The Council also addressed appointments to the Cambridge Historical Commission and Neighborhood Conservation Districts. The meeting concluded with a farewell to Deputy City Manager Owen O'Riordan.

Official Meeting Agenda:

I. Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance

  • Roll Call: All nine members of the City Council were present: Councilor Azeem, Vice Mayor McGovern, Councilor Nolan, Councilor Siddiqui, Councilor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councilor Toner, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Zusy, and Mayor Simmons.
  • Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, followed by a moment of silence for Leon Lashley Sr.

II. Public Comment

  • Rules Suspension: Councilor Wilson moved to suspend the rules to allow former elected officials to speak out of order.
    • Vote: Yes: 9 (Azeem, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Sobrinho-Wheeler, Toner, Wilson, Zusy, Simmons). No: 0. Motion Passed.
    • Vote (Allowing former elected officials to speak out of order): Yes: 9 (Azeem, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Sobrinho-Wheeler, Toner, Wilson, Zusy, Simmons). No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • Former Councilor Toomey: Spoke on the Eastern Cambridge Community Enhancement Zoning Petition, urging the Council to adopt the original letter of commitment and language for final ordination.
  • School Committee Member Fred Fantini: Supported the zoning change for the BioMed project at 320 Charles Street and the mitigation funds for the East End House, highlighting the East End House's long history and current facility needs. He also advocated for a city-wide plan to support non-profits' capital needs.
  • Suzanne Blier (Five Fuller Place): Urged support for neighborhood conservation districts and historic building guidelines. She expressed concern about the upzoning not reducing housing prices and advocated for building for low-income individuals rather than relying on market solutions. She criticized the city's housing report as "pseudoscience covering for gentrification policies."
  • Zion Sharon (401 Washington Street): Supported Policy Order 5 and asked the Council to consider the resources required for upzoning (signage, sewage) and its impact on residents and the city's character. Stated, "building up doesn't make things more affordable, at least not by itself. Otherwise, Manhattan would be the cheapest place to live."
  • Michelle Song (401 Washington Street): Strongly supported Policy Order 5 for an interim report on demolition and building permits under new multifamily housing zoning, emphasizing the need to track real-world effects on family-sized units, displacement, and homeownership.
  • Lawrence Adkins (Unfinished Business, ECCE): Requested reconsideration of the ordination, expressing concern about the allocation of funds to one non-profit (East End House) over others, and a lack of transparency and equitable distribution.
  • Erin Muirhead-McCarty (Executive Director, Community Arts Center): Argued that true equity requires considering historically excluded neighborhoods like the Port for development benefits. Stated that the proposed allocation to East End House, which has already received $9 million, is "deeply unjust."
  • Peter DeMuro (The Dance Complex, 536 Mass Ave): Highlighted the financial struggles of non-profits and questioned the process of allocating a large sum of money to one organization. Requested a delay to establish a "better process."
  • Darren Cordy (Executive Director, Cambridge Community Center, 5 Calendar Street): Supported the City Manager's recommendation to delay the vote, emphasizing the need for transparency, community input, and equitable distribution of public impact dollars. Stated, "This moment is not about denying one organization's support. It's about creating a process that reflects the values we all share, fairness, accountability, and inclusiveness."
  • Tina Alou (Director, CEOC, 113.5 Pleasant Street): Expressed concern about the lack of community process and confusion surrounding the BioMed deal. CEOC declined a $500,000 allocation to allow it to be part of a larger, more equitably distributed fund.
  • Taylor Mortel (Director of Development, Mariah L. Baldwin Community Center, 20 Sacramento Street): Advocated for delaying the vote to ensure equitable access to critical investment for all non-profits, many of which face "massive budget deficits."
  • Denise Watson (Senior Director of Early Childhood Ed, East End House): Spoke in strong support of the East End House, highlighting its vital role for families and seniors. Stated, "East End House is more than a program, it's a lifeline."
  • Jemima Spill (Senior Group Leader, Middle School Program, East End House): Read a letter from middle school students expressing the importance of East End House as a "second home" and supporting funding for a new building.
  • Joanne Nelson (Fulkerson Street, East Cambridge): Supported the rezoning of 320 Charles Street to allocate $20 million to the East End House, arguing that benefits should be concentrated in the most impacted neighborhood.
  • Eileen Pires (5th Street): Shared a personal story about the East End House's support for her family and urged the Council to vote yes on the rezoning.
  • Louise Kuna (169 Monsignor O'Brien Highway): Supported the East Cambridge Community Enhanced Zoning Petition, highlighting the East End House's crucial role for seniors and children.
  • Representative Mike Connolly: Supported the Charles Street upzoning to secure the future of the East End House, acknowledging the concerns of other non-profits and urging collaboration.
  • Elaine DeRosa (Fort Pleasant Place, former Executive Director of CEOC): Criticized the proposed ordinance for undermining an established, equitable process for non-profit funding. Stated, "The ordinance before you will destroy what has been a very effective system for nonprofits and the city to equitably address the comprehensive needs of all in Cambridge."
  • Daniel Seaborg (North Cambridge Partners, 2400 Mass Ave): Supported lowering the inclusionary zoning threshold from 20% to 10% to make housing projects financially viable. Stated, "Right now at 20%, we're building 20% of nothing, which is no affordable units."
  • Patrick Barrett: Advocated for addressing inclusionary zoning, stating that the 20% requirement is hindering housing production.
  • Gregory Thurston (East End House staff): Shared a personal testimony about the profound impact of East End House on his life and supported the redevelopment at 320 Charles Street for a new facility.
  • Felix Diaz (East End House staff): Shared his experience as a former participant and current staff member, emphasizing the need for a new facility to expand programs and community impact.
  • Margie Gallet: Supported the BioMed redevelopment and allocation to East End House, highlighting its role as a "true community" and "lifeline."
  • Former Councilor Dennis Carlone: Supported the project and urged the Council to expand funding for non-profits through the city budget and re-evaluate the community benefits fund.
  • Rachel Plummer (Associate Director, CEOC, 10 Wendell Street): Requested tabling the ordinance to allow for more equitable distribution of the $20 million among non-profits, many of whom have critical needs.
  • Marseille Romero (Middle School Program Director, East End House): Spoke about the diversity of staff and students at East End House and the need for more space for the middle school program.
  • Dr. Kwame Dance (Director of Behavioral Health Programs, Cambridge Community Center): Emphasized the importance of teamwork and transparency in Cambridge, urging a delay to ensure a fair process for all non-profits.
  • Peter Crawley (Thorndike Street): Defended the transparency of the process for the East Cambridge Community Enhancement Overlay District and urged the Council to proceed with the funding for East End House due to its "existential, urgent situation."
  • Marilee Meyer (Dana Street): Advocated for preserving Cambridge's historic character and urged the Council to approve experienced members for the Historical Commission.
  • Lee Ferris: Supported maintaining the 20% inclusionary rate for now and advocated for the East End House upzoning based on the impact of commercial development on the neighborhood.
  • John Froyo (Deputy Director, De Novo, 47 Bondyke Street): Expressed concern about the process of allocating funds, requesting a delay to develop a more equitable distribution method.
  • Priscilla Sandville (Co-chair of the board, Community Arts Center): Urged the Council to pause and reconsider the $20 million allocation, advocating for transparency and equitable distribution of public benefit dollars.
  • Taylor Mortel (East End House staff): Read a letter from Amani Goodrich, a former participant and current staff member, highlighting the life-changing impact of East End House.
  • James Lyman (President, Lyman Real Estate Trust): Advocated for lowering inclusionary zoning to 10% to make a 470-unit housing project at 2400 Mass Ave financially viable.
  • John Pitkin (18 Fayette Street): Spoke on the 2024 Transportation Demand Management Program report, arguing that data does not support the current bicycle-centric transportation policy and that improving transit service is the strongest strategy for reducing car trips.
  • Alexa Deal (Community Programs Associate, East End House): Read a letter from Janet Gannon, an East End House senior, emphasizing the organization's role as a "lifeline" and supporting the proposed development.
  • Ryan Montblue (Community Programs Director, East End House): Read a letter from Roseanne Poirier, an East End House senior, highlighting the organization's importance for connection and community.
  • Denise Gilson (Executive Director, Harvard Square Business Association): Supported Policy Order 103 for pedestrianization of Lower Bow Street and advocated for temporarily changing zoning to 10% inclusionary for housing projects.
  • Calvin Guillaume (East End House staff): Shared his personal experience as a former participant and current staff member, emphasizing the need for a new building to expand programs and provide dignity.
  • Brian McCarthy (86 Otis Street, East Cambridge): Shared a personal story about receiving support from East End House and advocated for the new building, stating that the money should "stay in East Cambridge."
  • Ilan Levy: Opposed the East Cambridge Community Enhancement Zoning Petition, arguing that East Cambridge has already received substantial benefits and that the current proposal is an "overreach." He cited a petition from 79 residents opposing the proposal.
  • Tim Ford: Supported the Biobank project to help East End House grow, highlighting its various programs.
  • Sharmell Modi: Supported the East End House and advocated for reducing inclusionary zoning to 10% for smaller projects to stimulate housing production.
  • Nadja Amroosh (North Cambridge): Expressed concern about the discontinuation of subsidized low-income housing programs and urged the Council to address the issue and engage with neighborhoods.
  • Mary Lee Dunn (75 Cambridge Parkway): Supported East End House, highlighting its positive impact and the need for the city to support it.
  • Jean Perry (32 Griswold Street): Supported the $20 million community benefit for East End House, emphasizing its role as the "heart of the community" and urging the Council not to delay.
  • Susan LaPierre (Board Chair, East End House): Urged the Council to honor the "open, transparent, and community driven" process and keep its promise to East End House.
  • Jack Silverson (103 Avon Hill Street): Emphasized the importance of preserving Cambridge's historic character and urged the Council to appoint qualified members to the Historical Commission.
  • Representative Marjorie Decker: Spoke about the challenges of allocating community benefits and the need for a transparent process, urging the Council to consider whether the current process represents "best practices."
  • Nicola Williams (Co-president of the board, Community Arts Center, A Brewer Street): Expressed concern about transparency and equity in the allocation of the $20 million, advocating for a more equitable distribution among non-profits.
  • Syed Jaffe (8 Winter Street, East Cambridge): Advocated for lowering inclusionary zoning to 10% to allow a 23-unit residential project to proceed, citing rising costs and slow market conditions.
  • Selvin Chambers (Cambridge resident): Expressed disappointment with the $20 million allocation, highlighting the needs of other deserving non-profits in marginalized communities.
  • Heather Hoffman (213 Hurley Street): Criticized the city for reneging on promises to East Cambridge and raised concerns about the First Amendment and the lack of public records for demolition applications.
  • Charles Franklin (162 Hampshire Street): Supported Policy Order 1 for reducing car dependency and pedestrianization of Harvard Square, noting the increase in bike commuting.
  • Michael Delia (East End House): Acknowledged the deep needs of non-profits and the flaws in the community benefits fund, advocating for more robust support and respect for communities facing upzoning challenges.
  • Matthew Connolly (President, Linden Park Neighborhood Association, 13 Cornelius Way): Acknowledged the concerns about non-profit funding but emphasized the impact of the BioMed upzoning on East Cambridge and the need for a permanent community benefit project.
  • Public Comment Closed: Councilor Wilson moved to close public comment.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.

III. City Manager's Agenda

  • Items Adopted on Affirmative Vote (without discussion):
    • CMA 2025 #2: Communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appointment of Michael O'Connell as a member of the Cambridge Conservation Commission.
    • CMA 2025 #6: Communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appointment of Michael O'Connell as a member of the Cambridge Conservation Commission.
  • CMA 2025 #1: Federal Update in the Law Department
    • Description: Communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to a federal update in the law department will provide an update on relevant court cases.
    • Discussion: City Manager Huang, City Solicitor Behr, and Assistant City Solicitor LaPianca provided updates on federal court cases impacting municipalities, including the King County vs. Turner case (HUD Continuum of Care Grants) and California vs. Department of Transportation (immigration enforcement conditions). The Supreme Court's ruling in Trump vs. Casa Inc. (universal injunctions) was discussed as a setback. New cases challenging sanctuary policies were also noted.
    • Action: Councilor Sobrinho-Wheeler moved to place on file.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • CMA 2025 #3: 2024 Transportation Demand Management Program Report
    • Description: Communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the 2024 Transportation Demand Management Program report.
    • Discussion: Councilor Nolan inquired about the follow-up for projects not meeting single occupancy vehicle (SOV) commitments, noting a wide range of compliance. Mr. McKinnon explained that additional TDM measures are developed for those far from goals. Councilor Nolan highlighted that most SOV reduction is due to remote work and emphasized the need for public transit improvements. Councilor Zusy praised the report but requested more data on city workers and resident workforce. She also questioned the effectiveness of shuttle services. Councilor Azeem inquired about the Better Bus Network redesign.
    • Action: Councilor Azeem moved to place on file.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • CMA 2025 #4: Barriers to Housing Production
    • Description: Communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to a waiting report item number 2530 regarding a review of barriers to housing production, a timeline for the next inclusionary housing study, and the feasibility of additional development incentives.
    • Discussion: Councilor Azeem acknowledged the difficult environment for housing production and discussed various options, including temporarily lowering the inclusionary rate, tax abatements, and using trust funds. He requested more research on these options. Mayor Simmons questioned if a timely Nexus study would have forewarned the current challenges. Councilor Toner advocated for a temporary reduction in inclusionary zoning to 10% to unstick stalled projects. Councilor Nolan expressed interest in capital funding for housing production and an interim report on multifamily zoning. Vice Mayor McGovern emphasized exploring other options before cutting inclusionary zoning and the need for public education. Councilor Zusy expressed sympathy for lowering inclusionary for large projects on corridors but not for smaller neighborhood projects. She also sought clarification on specific ideas in the report, such as setting affordable rents based on targets and variable set-aside requirements. Councilor Siddiqui noted mixed evidence on whether reducing inclusionary rates significantly increases housing starts. Councilor Sobrinho-Wheeler highlighted new projects proceeding with 20% inclusionary zoning despite current conditions. Councilor Wilson expressed discomfort with lowering the 20% rate but supported using the Affordable Housing Trust to help projects.
    • Action: Councilor Azeem moved to place on file.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • CMA 2025 #5: Welcoming Community Ordinance Amendment
    • Description: Communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to a waiting report item number 2536 regarding a request that the language of the welcoming community ordinance be amended to clarify that city employees shall not participate in federal immigration enforcement operations and that the sole role of the city employees during any action by ICE is only to protect public safety and to be amended to clarify that if Cambridge Police Department officers respond to the scene of ICE action, CPD officers should document the actions of ICE, including their badge numbers.
    • Discussion: Councilor Sobrinho-Wheeler moved to refer to the Ordinance Committee and pass to a second reading simultaneously. City Solicitor Behr confirmed this is procedurally possible and noted that the ACLU was supportive of the proposed changes. Mayor Simmons inquired about the process for documenting ICE actions and informing residents. Superintendent Wells explained that officers are instructed to assess interactions with ICE and report up the chain of command.
    • Action: Councilor Sobrinho-Wheeler moved to refer to the Ordinance Committee and pass to a second reading.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • CMA 2025 #7: 2025 Goals and Metrics for the Annual City Manager Performance Review
    • Description: Communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the 2025 goals and metrics for the annual city manager performance review.
    • Discussion: Councilor Wilson inquired about the City Manager's self-assessment and relationship with the Council, emphasizing community engagement and the American Freedmen Commission. City Manager Huang highlighted the collaborative nature of policy work and the goal of strengthening community engagement. Councilor Siddiqui asked about updates to the goals and the scope of the boards and commissions review. Councilor Nolan suggested making goals more specific and measurable and addressing human resource functions.
    • Action: Councilor Nolan moved to place on file.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • CMA 2025 #8: Appointments to the Cambridge Historical Commission
    • Description: Communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appointment of Flory Darwin, Scott Kyle, Michael Rogrove, and the reappointments of Chandra Harrington, Joseph Ferrara, Kyle Sheffield, Gavin Kleepski, Paula Paris, Elizabeth Lister, and Yuting Zhang as members of the Cambridge Historical Commission.
    • Discussion: Councilor Sobrinho-Wheeler moved to suspend the rules to bring forward Committee Report #2 for substitution with CMA #8. Councilor Zusy expressed concern about the revised terms for experienced members versus new appointees. Mr. Sullivan clarified the new appointment scheme, aiming for staggered three-year terms for all members over time. Vice Mayor McGovern and Councilor Azeem supported the new appointments, emphasizing the value of diverse experience.
    • Action (Suspend Rules to bring forward Committee Report #2): Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
    • Action (Bring forward Committee Report #2): Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
    • Action (Approve substituted language regarding appointments to the Historical Commission and place CMA 2025-185 on file): Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
    • Action (Approve appointments to the Half Crown Marsh Neighborhood Conservation District and place CMA 2025-146 on file): Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
    • Action (Approve appointments to the Avon Hill Neighborhood Conservation District and place CMA 2025-147 on file): Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
    • Action (Accept Committee Report #2 as amended and place on file): Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.

IV. Unfinished Business

  • UB 2025 #6: East Cambridge Community Enhancement Overlay District Zoning Amendment
    • Description: An ordinance has been received from city clerk relative to East Cambridge Community Enhancement Overlay District, which is governed by the regulations and procedures specified in section 20.1200. It is the intent of the section that these regulations will apply to land within the ECCE Overlay District.
    • Discussion: City Manager Huang announced that the zoning amendment is not ready for ordination tonight due to an unfinalized draft of the commitment letter with BioMed. Councilor Zusy suggested a special meeting to resolve the issue sooner. Mayor Simmons stated that a special meeting this week would not be feasible due to staff workload and the need for thoughtful discussion. City Solicitor Behr confirmed that a special meeting could be called but more time is needed to finalize terms. Councilor Sobrinho-Wheeler clarified that the petition does not expire before the August 4th meeting. Vice Mayor McGovern emphasized the importance of all non-profits and urged them to collaborate on a compromise. He stated his intention to vote for the project in August if a compromise is not reached, to prevent its expiration. Mayor Simmons reaffirmed her support for East End House but stressed the need for a clear understanding of commitments and a more informed decision-making process. Councilor Siddiqui suggested a convening role for the city to facilitate discussions among non-profits. Councilor Toner expressed his intention to vote for the proposal as is, arguing that the process was public and the funds should remain in East Cambridge. Councilor Azeem noted the project's strong community support and the risk of contention. Councilor Nolan acknowledged the transparency of the process but suggested that better communication could have prevented some concerns.
    • Action: No vote was taken. The item remains on Unfinished Business for the August 4th meeting.
  • UB 2025 #7: Fresh Pond Golf Pro Shop Fund Ordinance Amendment
    • Description: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to an amendment to the Fresh Pond Golf Pro Shop Fund Ordinance to enable the funds to be used to cover the purchase of office supplies for the shop and the purchase of supplies and services for the care, maintenance, and improvement of the golf course, the shop, and parking lot.
    • Action: Councilor Toner moved to ordain.
    • Vote: Yes: 9 (Azeem, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Sobrinho-Wheeler, Toner, Wilson, Zusy, Simmons). No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • UB 2025 #8: Fresh Pond Golf Course Revolving Fund Amendments
    • Description: An ordinance has been received from the interim city clerk relative to Fresh Pond Golf Course revolving fund amendments to section 3.24.070 authorized revolving funds. This was passed to a second reading on June 9th, 2025 and is eligible to be ordained tonight.
    • Action: Councilor Toner moved to ordain.
    • Vote: Yes: 9 (Azeem, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Sobrinho-Wheeler, Toner, Wilson, Zusy, Simmons). No: 0. Motion Passed.

V. Applications and Petitions

  • Action: Councilor Toner moved to adopt items 1 and 2.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.

VI. Communications

  • Action: Mayor Simmons moved to place items 1 through 24 on file.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.

VII. Resolutions

  • Action: Mayor Simmons moved to adopt all resolutions, making them unanimous upon adoption.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.

VIII. Committee Reports

  • CR 2025 #1: The Ordinance Committee voted favorably to forward the Musha Marasso et al. Zoning Petition to the full City Council with no recommendation.
    • Action: Mayor Simmons moved to send to a second reading.
    • Vote: Yes: 9 (Azeem, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Sobrinho-Wheeler, Toner, Wilson, Zusy, Simmons). No: 0. Motion Passed.

IX. Communications and Reports from Other City Officers

  • Action: Councilor Nolan moved to place on file.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.

X. Late Applications

  • Action (Suspend Rules): Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • Application 2025 #27: Application for a curb cut at 45 Holden Street.
    • Action: Councilor Toner moved to approve.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.

XI. Late Resolutions

  • Action (Suspend Rules): Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • Discussion: Councilor Azeem announced the birth of Jasper, son of Legislative Aide Lynn.
  • Action: Mayor Simmons moved to adopt all three late resolutions.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.

XII. Announcements

  • Councilor Wilson: Announced the rescheduled 250th Army birthday celebration on Monday, July 1st, from 1-4 p.m. at Cambridge Common.
  • Farewell to Deputy City Manager Owen O'Riordan: City Manager Huang, Councilor Siddiqui, Vice Mayor McGovern, Councilor Wilson, Councilor Zusy, Councilor Azeem, Councilor Nolan, Councilor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councilor Toner, and Ms. Steffen offered heartfelt thanks and well wishes to Deputy City Manager Owen O'Riordan on his retirement, acknowledging his dedication, responsiveness, and mentorship.

XIII. Adjournment

  • Action: Councilor Siddiqui moved to adjourn.
    • Vote: Yes: 9. No: 0. Motion Passed.
  • Meeting Adjourned.

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