Medford, MA

Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Res Services & Pub Engagement Cmte

85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford

Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford

Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford

Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford

Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 19:00

General

Roberts Elementary School Cafeteria, Medford

Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford

Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Res Services & Pub Engagement Cmte

85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford

Recent meetings

Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Public Works & Facilities Cmte

Committee to discuss liability and maintenance of private ways

The Public Works and Facilities Committee will discuss two items regarding private ways. This includes a proposal to put a liability measure before voters in November 2027 and a resolution on routine maintenance.

Order to place adoption of M.G.L. Chapter 40, Section 6C before voters in November 2027 regarding liability on private ways
Resolution on routine maintenance and upkeep of private ways

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Public Works and Facilities, October 21, 2026 Voting Members Anna Callahan, Chair Emily Lazzaro, Vice Chair Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Matt Leming George A. Scarpelli This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84422052363?pwd=653i8mcH5b4htTCTbXNQgCEabK Gtbd.1 Call-in Number: +13126266799,,84422052363#,,,,*881391# US (Chicago) Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 26-172 - Offered by George Scarpelli, City Councilor Order to Place Adoption of M.G.L. Chapter 40, Section 6C Before Voters in November 2027 (Regarding Liability on Private Ways) 26-182 - Offered by George Scarpelli, City Councilor Resolution on Routine Maintenance and Upkeep of Private Ways Adjournment

Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 17:45

General

City Council to consider Comcast location petition for 65 Riverside Ave

The Medford City Council is holding a special meeting to review a petition for a grant of location. The primary item on the agenda concerns Comcast at 65 Riverside Ave.

Petition for Grant of Location - Comcast - 65 Riverside Ave (26-185)

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Council Chambers

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Special Meeting, October 21, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 5:45 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84422052363?pwd=653i8mcH5b4htTCTbXNQgCEabK Gtbd.1 Call-in Number: +13126266799,,84422052363#,,,,*881391# US (Chicago) Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL PETITIONS, PRESENTATIONS, AND SIMILAR PAPERS 26-185 Petition for Grant of Location - Comcast - 65 Riverside Ave Adjournment

Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:00

General

Missituk Elementary School Cafeteria, Medford

Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council to consider sale of McCormick Avenue parcels

The Medford City Council will discuss a PILOT and community benefits framework and a request for a City Charter update. The body will also review several appropriation requests from the Mayor, including funding for a Police Chief search.

Order to transfer and authorize the sale of McCormick Avenue parcels
Mayor's veto of amendments to the Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District zoning
Appropriation request for a Police Chief search
Supplemental Appropriation for Fiscal Year 2027
Resolution to discuss a PILOT and Community Benefits Framework

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Seventeenth Regular Meeting, October 13, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85778062365?pwd=vHecvOnN5bk76CEJmNZn8SCNp NeeRX.1 Call-in Number: +13126266799,,85778062365#,,,,*396074# US (Chicago) Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS 26-168 - Offered by Liz Mullane, City Councilor Resolution to Invite Residents to Ward 5 Neighborhood Meeting on October 20th 26-176 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President 2 Resolution to Invite Residents to the Harvest Your Energy Festival on October 17th 26-177 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Invite Residents to Sarah Bradlee Fulton Day on October 17th Records The Records of the Meeting of September 29, 2026 were passed to Councilor Tseng. Reports of Committees 24-033 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Committee of the Whole, September 30, 2026, Report MOTIONS, ORDERS, AND RESOLUTIONS 26-142B - Offered by City …

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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:30

General

Medford City Council to discuss litigation settlement

The Medford City Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss a specific action item. The agenda includes a request from Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn to enter an executive session.

Executive Session regarding a litigation settlement (Item 26-174)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Committee of the Whole, October 13, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:30 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85778062365?pwd=vHecvOnN5bk76CEJmNZn8SCNpNee RX.1 Call-in Number: +13126266799,,85778062365#,,,,*396074# US (Chicago) Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 26-174 Offered by Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn Executive Session - Litigation Settlement Adjournment

Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Res Services & Pub Engagement Cmte

Medford committee to weigh council newsletter, ward meetings, noise ordinance, website

The Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee meets October 7, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber at Medford City Hall and via Zoom. The agenda lists four resolutions for action and discussion: publishing a City Council newsletter, scheduling neighborhood ward meetings hosted by the Council, updating the noise ordinance, and improving the city website. No dollar amounts, contracts, or specific ordinance language appear in the agenda text.

Resolution 24-354 (Leming, Bears) to publish a City Council newsletter
Resolution 26-024 (Bears) to schedule neighborhood ward meetings hosted by the City Council
Resolution 26-138 (Mullane, Tseng) to update the noise ordinance
Resolution 26-169 (Mullane, Tseng) to improve the city website
Papers in Committee available by emailing [email protected]

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee, October 7, 2026 Voting Members Liz Mullane, Chair George A. Scarpelli, Vice Chair Anna Callahan Matt Leming Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81501806974?pwd=Oab75oCPpMatKZx4kp1qFu9RIXIhoR. 1 Call-in Number: +13092053325,,81501806974#,,,,*664801# US Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 24-354 - Offered by Matt Leming, City Councilor, Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Publish City Council Newsletter 26-024 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Schedule Neighborhood Ward Meetings Hosted by City Council 26-138 - Offered by Liz Mullane, City Councilor, Justin Tsent, City Councilor Resolution to Update the Noise Ordinance 2 26-169 - Offered by Liz Mullane, Councilor, Justin Tseng, Councilor Resolution to Improve the City Website PAPERS IN COMMITTEE To view Papers in Committee, please email [email protected]. Adjournment

Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Committee of the Whole

Medford City Council reviews zoning consultant RFP for zoning ordinance updates

The Medford City Council Committee of the Whole meets on September 30, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber at Medford City Hall and via Zoom. The agenda lists one action and discussion item: item 24-033, offered by Council President Isaac Bears, concerning zoning ordinance updates and a zoning consultant RFP. The agenda does not include the RFP text, dollar amounts, or any proposed ordinance language.

Item 24-033, offered by Council President Isaac Bears: Zoning Ordinance Updates - Zoning Consultant RFP

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Committee of the Whole, September 30, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81788515237?pwd=KvXKSFWiZMbB81fL6HT8Ya9ssk om8C.1 Call-in Number: +19292056099,,81788515237#,,,,*353040# US (New York) Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 24-033 - Offered by by Isaac Bears, Council President Zoning Ordinance Updates - Zoning Consultant RFP Adjournment

Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Medford City Council to weigh zoning changes, police chief search funds, and road work

The Medford City Council meets September 29, 2026, to take up zoning ordinance updates, a public hearing on inclusionary housing payments, and several appropriation requests from Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn. Items include funding for a police chief search, road resurfacing, Hormel Stadium, and Medford Connects. The agenda also lists resolutions on a workers' strike at Encore, neighborhood meetings, and a proposed ballot question on liability for private ways.

Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 94 (Inclusionary Housing Fractional Payment)
Zoning Ordinance Updates - Zoning Consultant RFP referred to Committee of the Whole
Mayor requests Capital and General Stabilization Fund appropriations for Police Chief Search, Road Resurfacing, Hormel Stadium, and Medford Connects
Petition for Grant of Location from National Grid/Verizon for North Street/Walkling Court
Order to place adoption of M.G.L. Chapter 40, Section 6C before voters in November 2027 regarding liability on private ways

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✓ Decided: Medford City Council approves election warrants and funding for city projects

The Council approved the call and warrant for the November 3, 2026, election and authorized appropriation requests for road resurfacing, Hormel Stadium, and Medford Connects. It also passed a resolution supporting striking Encore casino workers and updated zoning for inclusionary housing payments.

Approved November 3, 2026 Election Call and Warrant (7-0)
Approved appropriation requests for road resurfacing, Hormel Stadium, and Medford Connects (7-0)
Approved zoning amendment for inclusionary housing fractional payments (7-0)
Approved resolution supporting UNITE HERE Local 26 and Teamsters Local 25 strike at Encore (7-0)
Reduced FY2027 Supplemental Appropriation by $340,060 and allocated $42,507.63 to Law Budget (7-0)
Approved National Grid/Verizon location petition for North Street/Walkling Court (6-0)
Approved resolution objecting to Mayor's refusal to advertise neighborhood meetings (7-0)
Referred private way liability ballot question (M.G.L. c. 40, §6C) to Public Works and Facilities Committee (7-0)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Sixteenth Regular Meeting, September 29, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89707088725?pwd=gVahqNBaAuTbTXUa0NatlI6O1Q cdE3.1 Call-in Number: +19292056099,,89707088725#,,,,*805481# US (New York) Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS 26-168 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President, Liz Mullane, City Councilor, Anna Callahan, City Councilor, Justin Tseng, City Councilor Resolution to Invite Residents to Ward 5 Neighborhood Meeting on October 20th 2 26-171 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Invite Residents to the Medford Fire Department's Fire Prevention Day Saturday, October 10 Records The Records of the Meeting of September 15, 2026 were passed to Councilor Scarpelli. Reports of Committees 24-354, 26-024 and 26-138 - Offered by Liz Mullane, City Councilor Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee, September 16, 2026, Report Refer to Committee for …

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Sixteenth Regular Meeting, September 29, 2026 This meeting took place in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER President Zac Bears called the Sixteenth Regular Meeting of the Medford City Council to order in the Council Chambers and via Zoom. ROLL CALL Present: President Bears; Vice President Lazzaro; Councilor Callahan; Councilor Leming; Councilor Mullane; Councilor Scarpelli; Councilor Tseng. Seven members were present and no members were absent. Inside the Rail: Assistant City Clerk Richard Eliseo Jr. SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, and RECORDS 26-168 - Resolution to Invite Residents to Ward 5 Neighborhood Meeting on October 20th Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President, Liz Mullane, City Councilor, Anna Callahan, City Councilor, Justin Tseng, City Councilor Be it Resolved by the Medford City Council that we invite the residents of Ward 5 to attend the Ward 5 Neighborhood Meeting on October 20th at 7PM at the Missituk Elementary School. This meeting will be hosted by Councilor Callahan and Councilor Tseng, and residents are welcome to attend and discuss improvements they would like to see in their neighborhood. For more information and for a Zoom link when it is available, please visit the C …

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Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 19:00

General

Andrews Middle School, Medford

Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Public Health & Safety Cmte

85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford

Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Res Services & Pub Engagement Cmte

Council committee to weigh newsletter, ward meetings, noise rule changes

The Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee will discuss three resolutions: publishing a City Council newsletter, scheduling neighborhood ward meetings, and updating the noise ordinance. These are action and discussion items, not final votes.

Resolution 24-354 to publish a City Council newsletter
Resolution 26-024 to schedule neighborhood ward meetings hosted by City Council
Resolution 26-138 to update the noise ordinance

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee, September 16, 2026 Voting Members Liz Mullane, Chair George A. Scarpelli, Vice Chair Anna Callahan Matt Leming Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81099351587?pwd=gaFDNdj9O9KJo8r67Ih8lPsycd8z3 5.1 Call-in Number: +13052241968,,81099351587#,,,,*925390# US Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 24-354 - Offered by Matt Leming, City Councilor, Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Publish City Council Newsletter 26-024 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Schedule Neighborhood Ward Meetings Hosted by City Council 26-138 - Offered by Liz Mullane, City Councilor, Justin Tsent, City Councilor Resolution to Update the Noise Ordinance 2 Adjournment

Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to vote on Boston Avenue zoning amendments and police chief hiring committee

The Medford City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider several resolutions, ordinances, and appointments. Key items include proposed zoning amendments for the Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District, a resolution to appoint a councilor to the Police Chief Hiring Committee, and a supplemental appropriation for FY2027. The council will also discuss safety improvements at the West Medford Train Station and a resolution regarding a resident detained by ICE.

Proposed amendments to Medford Zoning Ordinance for Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District (26-093)
Supplemental appropriation for Fiscal Year 2027 from Mayor (26-142)
Resolution to appoint councilor to Police Chief Hiring Committee (26-155)
Resolution calling for release of Medford resident Vijay D'Souza from ICE detention (26-156)
Petitions for common victualler's licenses for Ebisuya, Muzii & Co, and Raso's Grille (26-149, 26-150, 26-151)

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✓ Decided: Medford City Council approves Boston Avenue zoning and new Public Tree Ordinance

The Council adopted zoning amendments for the Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District and ordained a new Public Tree Preservation, Protection, and Replacement Ordinance. Other actions included approving several common victualler's licenses and appointing a council representative to the Police Chief hiring committee.

Approved Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District zoning amendments (7-0)
Ordained Public Tree Preservation, Protection, and Replacement Ordinance (7-0)
Approved common victualler's licenses for Nippon Unlimited dba Ebisuya, Muziii & Co, and Raso's Grille (7-0 each)
Appointed Vice President Lazzaro to the Police Chief hiring committee (6-0)
Approved a litigation settlement for Sentry Ford (6-0)
Approved appropriation for TreesMedford Barry Park-College Ave Plantings (7-0)
Adopted declaration of support for intervention in Chertok v. City of Medford (6-1)
Approved appointments to Affordable Housing Trust, Civic Auditorium + Convention Center, Council on Aging, and Board of Health (6-0)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Fifteenth Regular Meeting, September 15, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81726353677?pwd=XVYnAA32Mv9kCghLJ5ZlJv9p6RdiaY.1 Call-in Number: +19292056099,,81726353677#,,,,*657753# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS 26-148 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President, Liz Mullane, City Councilor, Justin Tseng, City Councilor Resolution to Invite Residents to Ward 1 Neighborhood Meeting on September 23rd 2 26-153 - Offered by Emily Lazzaro, Council Vice President Resolution to Acknowledge and Celebrate National Recovery Month 26-157 - Offered by George Scarpelli, City Councilor Resolution in Memory of Lorraine Marie Miles Records The Records of the Meeting of August 4, 2026 were passed to Councilor Mullane Reports of Committees 26-134 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Committee of the Whole, August 4, 2026, Report 24-354 and 26-024 - Offered by Liz Mullane, City Counc …

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Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Fifteenth Regular Meeting, September 15, 2026 This meeting took place in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER President Zac Bears called the Fifteenth Regular Meeting of the Medford City Council to order in the Council Chambers and via Zoom. ROLL CALL Present: President Bears; Vice President Lazzaro; Councilor Callahan; Councilor Leming; Councilor Mullane; Councilor Scarpelli; Councilor Tseng. Seven members were present and no members were absent. Inside the Rail: City Clerk Laurel Siegel. ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, and RECORDS 26-148 - Resolution to Invite Residents to Ward 1 Neighborhood Meeting on September 23rd Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President, Liz Mullane, City Councilor, Justin Tseng, City Councilor Be it Resolved by the Medford City Council that we invite the residents of Ward 1 to attend the Ward 1 Neighborhood Meeting on September 23rd at 7PM at the Andrews Middle School. This meeting will be hosted by Councilor Mullane and Councilor Tseng, and residents are welcome to attend and discuss improvements they would like to see in their neighborhood. For more information and for a Zoom link when it is available, please visit the City of Medford Events Calendar. Motion to approve by Councilor Mullane, …

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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on publishing a newsletter and scheduling ward meetings.

The Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee will consider two resolutions: one to publish a City Council newsletter and another to schedule neighborhood ward meetings hosted by the Council. Both items are up for discussion and possible action.

24-354: Resolution to Publish City Council Newsletter (offered by Councilor Matt Leming and Council President Isaac Bears).
26-024: Resolution to Schedule Neighborhood Ward Meetings Hosted by City Council (offered by Council President Isaac Bears).

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee, August 5, 2026 Voting Members Liz Mullane, Chair George A. Scarpelli, Vice Chair Anna Callahan Matt Leming Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. via Zoom only. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81291041118?pwd=3QrvcLS4FmtnMdT5sVCyHflIbnqDga.1 Call-in Number: +13017158592,,81291041118#,,,,*907619# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 24-354 - Offered by Matt Leming, City Councilor, Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Publish City Council Newsletter 26-024 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Schedule Neighborhood Ward Meetings Hosted by City Council Adjournment

Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Medford City Council to hold routine meeting with memorials and reports

The Medford City Council will hold its regular August 4, 2026 meeting to review committee reports, consider memorials, and discuss various resolutions. The agenda includes routine procedural items, updates from city officers, and several resolutions, including one commemorating John Westwater and another addressing Tufts University labor issues.

Resolution in Remembrance of John Westwater
Resolution to Demand Tufts Reinstate Graduate Worker Facing Retaliation and Retribution
Resolution to Support Tufts Facilities Workers Bargaining for a Fair Contract
Resolution to Update the Noise Ordinance (referred to Resident Services Committee)
Appointment of a City Messenger for 2026 and 2027 (tabled since January 2026)

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✓ Decided: Medford City Council adopts vacant building ordinance and amends FY27 budget funding

The Medford City Council approved an amended vacant building ordinance and passed a supplemental appropriation for fiscal year 2027 by cutting $382,586.70 and approving $42,507.63 in one-month funding. The council also approved a resolution demanding a comprehensive response regarding city legal expenditures, passed various board and municipal appointments, and supported union and labor-related resolutions concerning Tufts University.

Approved resolution in remembrance of John Westwater and safety improvements (7-0)
Referred noise ordinance update to Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee (7-0)
Approved relocation of polling place for Ward 4, Precinct 2 (7-0)
Approved Medford Call for Election and Election Warrant for September 1, 2026 (7-0)
Referred neighborhood ward meetings resolution back to committee (7-0)
Approved resolution demanding Tufts re-enroll and compensate a graduate worker (7-0)
Approved resolution supporting Tufts facilities workers bargaining (7-0)
Tabled capital and stabilization fund appropriation requests #2 (5-2)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Fourteenth Regular Meeting, August 4, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84476971942?pwd=4GItyaPqGyo4paDUoErWYvx6CsujLL.1 Call-in Number: +13092053325,,84476971942#,,,,*015517# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS 26-135 - Offered by Emily Lazzaro, Council Vice President Resolution in Remembrance of John Westwater Records 2 The Records of the Meeting of June 23, 2026 were passed to Vice President Lazzaro The Records of the Meeting of July 14, 2026 were passed to Councilor Leming Reports of Committees 19-070 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Committee of the Whole, July 14, 2026, Report 26-031 - Offered by Emily Lazzaro, Council Vice President Public Health and Community Safety Committee, July 15, 2026, Report Refer to Committee for Further Discussion 26-138 - Offered by Liz Mullane, City Councilor, Justin Tseng, City Councilor Resolution to Update the Noise Ordinance (to be ref …

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237 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Fourteenth Regular Meeting August 4th, 2026 This meeting took place in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER President Zac Bears called the Fourteenth Regular Meeting of the Medford City Council to order in the Council Chambers and via Zoom. ROLL CALL Present: President Bears; Vice President Lazzaro; Councilor Callahan; Councilor Leming; Councilor Mullane; Councilor Scarpelli; Councilor Tseng. Seven members were present and no members were absent. Inside the Rail: Acting City Clerk Richard Eliseo Jr. SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS 26-135 - Resolution in Remembrance of John Westwater Whereas, John Westwater lived on Usher Road, steps from the West Medford train station. He taught middle school at St. Joseph’s in Medford for many years, where his affectionate nickname was “Mister Sister.” His favorite hobbies were camping and going for walks. He loved nature, his home, and his neighborhood; and, Whereas, on July 20th an Amtrak train was passing through the West Medford train station, just down the street from where John lived. He was crossing the tracks and was hit. John died from his injuries. He was 77 years old; now, therefore: Be It Resolved by the Medford City Counc …

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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Committee of the Whole

City Council to receive report on affordable housing linkage nexus study

The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive a presentation on the Affordable Housing Linkage Nexus Study Report. This is the sole action and discussion item listed on the agenda.

Presentation on Affordable Housing Linkage Nexus Study Report (Item 26-134)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Committee of the Whole, August 4, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84476971942?pwd=4GItyaPqGyo4paDUoErWYvx6CsujLL.1 Call-in Number: +13092053325,,84476971942#,,,,*015517# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 26-134 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Receive Presentation on Affordable Housing Linkage Nexus Study Report Adjournment

Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Public Health & Safety Cmte

Council considers resolution requiring police ID and protecting Fourth Amendment rights

The Public Health and Community Safety Committee will consider Resolution 26-031, offered by Councilor Anna Callahan. The resolution would require law enforcement officers to display identification and include language protecting Fourth Amendment rights. The committee will discuss and vote on the resolution.

Resolution 26-031 – Require law enforcement officers to display identification and protect Fourth Amendment rights

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Public Health and Community Safety Committee, July 15, 2026 City Council Emily Lazzaro, Chair Justin Tseng, Vice Chair Anna Callahan Matt Leming George A. Scarpelli This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88041993380?pwd=tMpoQQZXpOVX8nMS4mShcIWQfpTht g.1 Call-in Number: +19292056099,,88041993380#,,,,*382458# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 26-031 - Offered by Anna Callahan, City Councilor Resolution to Require Law Enforcement Identification and Protect Fourth Amendment Rights Adjournment

Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Committee of the Whole

Council considers Public Tree Ordinance

The Medford City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss and consider the Public Tree Ordinance (item 19-070) offered by Councilor Callahan. The council will decide whether to adopt the ordinance.

19-070 – Public Tree Ordinance (proposed by Councilor Callahan)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Committee of the Whole, July 14, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81065411078?pwd=uVZeNutyReGtOH4hBtDUq1XrVC9qR5 .1 Call-in Number: +13052241968,,81065411078#,,,,*992661# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 19-070 - Offered by Councilor Callahan Public Tree Ordinance Adjournment

Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council to consider Main Street Corridor easements and litigation settlements

The Medford City Council will discuss the acquisition of easements for the Main Street Corridor and the appointment of a City Clerk. The body is also reviewing fiscal year 2026 year-end transfers and three litigation settlements totaling $10,649.26.

Main Street Corridor: Order to Acquire Easements, Order of Taking and Order of Alteration of Layout
Litigation Settlements: Three settlements totaling $10,649.26
Order to elect Laurel Siegel as City Clerk effective August 10, 2026
Proposed Vacant Building Ordinance (eligible for third reading)
Personnel Ordinance amendments for Assistant Network Administrator and Tree Warden

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✓ Decided: Council elects Laurel Siegel as City Clerk, approves MBTA bus redesign resolution

The Medford City Council unanimously elected Laurel Siegel as City Clerk effective August 10, 2026, and approved a resolution urging resident participation in MBTA bus network redesign meetings. The council also approved several appropriations, ordinance amendments, and a Main Street Corridor easement taking, while tabling an auto-pay feasibility resolution.

Elected Laurel Siegel as City Clerk (7-0)
Approved MBTA Better Bus Network Redesign resolution (7-0)
Tabled auto-pay feasibility resolution (7-0)
Approved first reading of Commission for Persons with Disabilities ordinance update (7-0)
Approved capital and stabilization fund appropriations A, B, C, D, F; tabled 1E & 2 (7-0)
Approved Assistant Network Administrator ordinance amendment (7-0)
Approved Tree Warden ordinance amendment (7-0)
Approved Main Street Corridor order of layout and easement taking (5-1, 1 absent)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Thirteenth Regular Meeting, July 14, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng Agenda revised to add Papers 26-131, 26-132, and 26-133 at 8:45AM on Friday, July 10, 2026. This meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81065411078?pwd=uVZeNutyReGtOH4hBtDUq1XrVC9qR5 .1 Call-in Number: +13052241968,,81065411078#,,,,*992661# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS Records 2 The Records of the Meeting of June 23, 2026 were passed to Vice President Lazzaro The Records of the Special Joint Meeting of June 24, 2026 were passed to Councilor Leming Reports of Committees 26-107 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Committee of the Whole, June 23, 2026, Report MOTIONS, ORDERS, AND RESOLUTIONS 26-127 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Order to Elect Laurel Siegel as City Clerk (Effective August 10, 2026) 26-128 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President, Justin Tseng, City Councilor Resolution to Inform Residents Regarding 7/21 and 7/30 …

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237 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Thirteenth Regular Meeting July 14th, 2026 This meeting took place in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER President Zac Bears called the Thirteenth Regular Meeting of the Medford City Council to order in the Council Chambers and via Zoom. ROLL CALL Present: President Bears; Vice President Lazzaro; Councilor Callahan; Councilor Leming; Councilor Mullane; Councilor Scarpelli; Councilor Tseng. Seven members were present and no members were absent. Inside the Rail: Acting City Clerk Richard Eliseo Jr. SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS The Records of the Regular Meeting of June 23, 2026 Vice President Lazzaro motioned to Table approval of the June 23, 2026, Records (seconded) - Approved on a Roll call vote of Seven in favor, Zero opposed. The Records of the Special Joint Meeting of June 24, 2026, were presented and passed to Councilor Leming. 26-107 - Committee of the Whole, June 23, 2026, Report Councilor Leming motioned to Approve the June 24, 2026, Special Joint Meeting Records and the Committee of the Whole Report (seconded by Councilor Tseng) - Approved on a Roll call vote of Seven in favor, Zero opposed. MOTIONS, ORDERS, AND RESOLUTIONS 26-127 - Order Electin …

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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council holds public hearing on Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor zoning amendments

The Medford City Council and Community Development Board will conduct a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance. The amendments pertain to the Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District. No decisions will be made at this meeting; the hearing gathers public input.

Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance for the Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Special Joint Meeting of the Medford City Council and Community Development Board, June 24, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng Community Development Board Doug Carr, Chair John Anderson Sean Beagan Page Buldini Dina Caloggero Ari Gofman Fishman This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81098357207?pwd=YjbB8LMX5bCVYE7FYUlnIb10LCtaoJ.1 Call-in Number: +13052241968,,81098357207#,,,,*835997# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected] and [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL HEARINGS 26-093 - Offered by Matt Leming, City Councilor, Isaac Bears, Council President Public Hearing - Proposed Amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance (Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District) 2 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION To participate outside of Zoom, please e-mail [email protected]. Adjournment

Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Committee of the Whole

City Council to appoint City Clerk via final interview

The Committee of the Whole will conduct the final interview for the City Clerk appointment. The meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber at Medford City Hall.

Final interview for City Clerk appointment (Resolution 25-149)
Committee of the Whole meeting
Live broadcast on Channel 22 (Comcast) and Channel 43 (Verizon)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Committee of the Whole, June 23, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87165620335?pwd=ubVBKUAfokGKmEZdHWD00CWsVub SZR.1 Call-in Number: +19292056099,,87165620335#,,,,*486577# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 25-149 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Establish a Recruitment and Hiring Process for the City Clerk (Final Interview for Council Appointment) Adjournment

Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council will consider multiple appropriations and resolutions, including housing funding

The Medford City Council will vote on several mayor‑submitted appropriations, such as a free cash appropriation for the Affordable Housing Trust and for the Medford Family Network. It will also consider resolutions supporting rent‑stabilization efforts and appealing a deficient public‑records response. Ordinance amendments affecting personnel in Health and Human Services and a main‑street corridor easement order are on the agenda.

Resolution 26-117 – Support Rent Stabilization Campaign and Legislative Compromise Efforts
Free Cash Appropriation 26-105 – Affordable Housing Trust
Free Cash Appropriation 26-121 – Medford Family Network
Main Street Corridor – Order to Acquire Easements, Order of Taking and Order of Alteration of Layout (26-125)
Request for Food Truck Permits for "Tandoor + Curry" and "Revlry" at Medford Square Fest (26-112)

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✓ Decided: Council approves FY27 budget with law department cut

The Medford City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, but not before cutting the Law Department's budget by 83% from specific line items and rejecting a resolution to force a 1/12th budget. The council also approved a $10.1 million free cash appropriation, established a Special Education Reserve Fund, and tabled the Main Street corridor easement acquisition.

Approved FY27 budget of $217,375,456.13 with Law Dept. cut by 83% from five line items (6-1)
Rejected resolution for 1/12th budget due to missing financial info (3-4)
Approved $10,099,270.04 free cash appropriation for capital stabilization, snow/ice deficit, union retro, and PLA study (7-0)
Established Special Education Reserve Fund (7-0)
Approved $250,000 free cash for Affordable Housing Trust (7-0)
Approved $100,000 free cash for Medford Family Network (7-0)
Tabled Main Street corridor easement acquisition to July 14 (7-0)
Approved appeal of deficient public records response (7-0)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Twelfth Regular Meeting, June 23, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87165620335?pwd=ubVBKUAfokGKmEZdHWD00CWsVub SZR.1 Call-in Number: +19292056099,,87165620335#,,,,*486577# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS 26-116 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President, Justin Tseng, City Councilor Resolution to Celebrate Marie Cassidy and Her Years of Service and Devotion to the Children and City of Medford 2 Records The Records of the Meeting of June 9, 2026 were passed to Councilor Callahan The Records of the Special Joint Meeting of June 11, 2026 were passed to Councilor Leming Reports of Committees 26-107 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Committee of the Whole, June 9, 2026, Report 26-094 - Offered by Emily Lazzaro, Council Vice President Public Health and Community Safety Committee, June 16, 2026, Report to Follow 24-354 and 26-024 - Offered by Liz Mullane, City Councilor Resid …

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220 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Twelfth Regular Meeting June 23rd, 2026 This meeting took place in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER President Bears called the meeting to order at 7:32 P.M. on June 23rd, 2026, in the City Council Chamber on the second floor of Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, Massachusetts, and via Zoom. ROLL CALL Present: President Bears; Councilor Callahan; Vice President Lazzaro; Councilor Leming (zoom); Councilor Mullane; Councilor Tseng; Councilor Scarpelli. Inside the Rail: Acting City Clerk Richard Eliseo Jr. SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS 26-116 - City Councilor City Councilor Resolution to Celebrate Marie Cassidy and Her Years of Service and Devotion to the Children and City of Medford Councilor Tseng motioned to Approve (seconded by Councilor Mullane) – Approved on a Roll call vote of Seven in favor, Zero opposed 221 The Records of the Meeting of June 9, 2026, were passed to Councilor Callahan The Records of the Special Joint Meeting of June 11, 2026, were passed to Councilor Leming Reports of Committees 26-107 - Committee of the Whole, June 9, 2026, Report 26-094 - Public Health and Community Safety Committee, June 16, 2026, Report to Follow …

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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Res Services & Pub Engagement Cmte

Council to vote on publishing the newsletter and scheduling ward meetings

The Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee will consider two resolutions. Resolution 24-354 proposes to publish the City Council newsletter. Resolution 26-024 proposes to schedule neighborhood ward meetings hosted by the City Council. No other items are listed on the agenda.

Resolution 24-354 – Publish City Council newsletter
Resolution 26-024 – Schedule neighborhood ward meetings hosted by City Council

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee, June 16, 2026 Voting Members Liz Mullane, Chair George A. Scarpelli, Vice Chair Anna Callahan Matt Leming Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83791158124?pwd=gBalGVcrStnI3aXaOJGV0GnSbbT64a.1 Call-in Number: +13092053325,,83791158124#,,,,*820620# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 24-354 - Offered by Matt Leming, City Councilor, Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Publish City Council Newsletter 26-024 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Schedule Neighborhood Ward Meetings Hosted by City Council Adjournment

Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:30

City Council Public Health & Safety Cmte

Police to present 2025 surveillance report

The Public Health and Community Safety Committee will meet to discuss the 2025 Annual Surveillance Report submitted by the Police Department. The meeting will be held at Medford City Hall and via Zoom.

2025 Annual Surveillance Report presentation
Committee meeting at Medford City Hall
Meeting via Zoom and cable TV

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Public Health and Community Safety Committee, June 16, 2026 City Council Emily Lazzaro, Chair Justin Tseng, Vice Chair Anna Callahan Matt Leming George A. Scarpelli This meeting will take place at 6:30 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83791158124?pwd=gBalGVcrStnI3aXaOJGV0GnSbbT64a.1 Call-in Number: +13092053325,,83791158124#,,,,*820620# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 26-094 Submitted by Police Department 2025 Annual Surveillance Report Presentation Adjournment

Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to hear proposed zoning ordinance amendments

The Medford City Council and Community Development Board will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance, specifically regarding the Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District.

Public Hearing: Proposed amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance
Meeting location: Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive
Meeting format: In-person and Zoom

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Special Joint Meeting of the Medford City Council and Community Development Board, June 11, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng Community Development Board Doug Carr, Chair John Anderson Sean Beagan Page Buldini Dina Caloggero Ari Gofman Fishman This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87089845662?pwd=pirzukYvFIwelhoSsXbV1FKwuFMuYw.1 Call-in Number: +13017158592,,87089845662#,,,,*244994# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected] and [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL HEARINGS 26-093 - Offered by Matt Leming, City Councilor, Isaac Bears, Council President Public Hearing - Proposed Amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance (Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District) 2 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION To participate outside of Zoom, please e-mail [email protected]. Adjournment

Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Medford City Council to review Fiscal Year 2027 Budget submission

The City Council will discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and several appropriation requests from the Mayor. The body is also considering ordinances regarding city compensation and personnel, as well as a location grant for National Grid.

Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Submission (26-061)
Petition for Grant of Location - National Grid (3960 & 4000 Mystic Valley Parkway)
Free Cash Appropriation for Affordable Housing Trust (26-105)
Medford Public Schools Special Purpose Override Stabilization Fund Appropriation (26-114)
Third reading eligibility for Medford Standard Compensation Ordinance (25-189)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts The Eleventh Regular Meeting, June 9, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85063113426?pwd=CgScQuVAZvWTxY25PZrI6fPMa8ZzU W.1 Call-in Number: +13017158592,,85063113426#,,,,*448746# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG ANNOUNCEMENTS, ACCOLADES, REMEMBRANCES, REPORTS, AND RECORDS Records The Records of the Meeting of May 26, 2026 were passed to Councilor Tseng 2 The Records of the Special Joint Meeting of May 27, 2026 were passed to Councilor Leming The Records of the Special Joint Meeting of June 3, 2026 were passed to Councilor Leming Reports of Committees 26-061 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Committee of the Whole, May 26, 2026, Report 26-061 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Committee of the Whole, May 27, 2026, Report 26-061 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Committee of the Whole, June 2, 2026, Report HEARINGS 26-108 Petition for Grant of Location - National Grid (3960 & 4000 Mystic Valley Parkway) PETITIONS, PRE …

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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Committee of the Whole

Council will consider a resolution to receive an arts presentation

The Committee of the Whole will consider agenda item 26-107, a resolution to receive a presentation from the Medford Arts Council and the Arts Collaborative about city support for arts and culture. Council members will discuss the resolution during the meeting.

Resolution 26-107 – Receive presentation from Medford Arts Council and Arts Collaborative on city arts support

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Committee of the Whole, June 9, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85063113426?pwd=CgScQuVAZvWTxY25PZrI6fPMa8ZzU W.1 Call-in Number: +13017158592,,85063113426#,,,,*448746# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 26-107 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Resolution to Receive Presentation from Medford Arts Council and Arts Collaborative Medford Regarding City Support for Arts and Culture Adjournment

Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Public hearing on Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District zoning

The Medford City Council and Community Development Board are holding a special joint meeting. The session is focused on a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the city's zoning ordinance.

Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance for the Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District (26-093)

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Special Joint Meeting of the Medford City Council and Community Development Board, June 3, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng Community Development Board Doug Carr, Chair John Anderson Sean Beagan Page Buldini Dina Caloggero Ari Gofman Fishman This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85064877467?pwd=Y7kudvqNbaSNa9M0IJExcRZp2ysUBd. 1 Call-in Number: +13052241968,,85064877467#,,,,*333373# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL HEARINGS 26-093 - Offered by Matt Leming, City Councilor, Isaac Bears, Council President Public Hearing - Proposed Amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance (Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District) 2 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION To participate outside of Zoom, please e-mail [email protected]. Adjournment

Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 18:00

City Council Committee of the Whole

Council reviews FY2027 preliminary budget in meeting #7

The Medford City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss the Annual Budget Process for Fiscal Year 2027 during Preliminary Budget Meeting #7. No specific decisions or dollar figures are listed in the agenda.

Preliminary Budget Meeting #7 for FY2027 (Agenda item 26-061)

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85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Committee of the Whole, June 2, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84565633180?pwd=27xCGhbO53xVooFlfk8pVkGnBAJYAY. 1 Call-in Number: +13092053325,,84565633180#,,,,*792504# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 26-061 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Annual Budget Process for FY2027 - Preliminary Budget Meeting #7 Adjournment

Wed May 27, 2026 · 18:15

City Council Committee of the Whole

City Council holds sixth preliminary budget meeting for FY2027

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to conduct the sixth preliminary budget meeting for the FY2027 annual budget process. This item was offered by Council President Isaac Bears.

Annual Budget Process for FY2027 - Preliminary Budget Meeting #6

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85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford

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1 Medford City Council Medford, Massachusetts Committee of the Whole, May 27, 2026 City Council Isaac B. “Zac” Bears Anna Callahan Emily Lazzaro Matt Leming Liz Mullane George A. Scarpelli Justin Tseng This meeting will take place at 6:15 P.M. in the City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA and via Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82768636573?pwd=L71ZPMqvMSYmadqKwWaA6GA7foAq 8Y.1 Call-in Number: +19292056099,,82768636573#,,,,*678235# Live: Channel 22 (Comcast), Channel 43 (Verizon), YouTube, and medfordtv.org. To submit written comments, please email [email protected]. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ACTION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS 26-061 - Offered by Isaac Bears, Council President Annual Budget Process for FY2027 - Preliminary Budget Meeting #6 Adjournment

Wed May 27, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Public hearing on Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District zoning

The Medford City Council and Community Development Board are holding a special joint meeting. The session includes a continued public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance.

Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Medford Zoning Ordinance for the Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District (26-093)

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85 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford