The council’s primary action was the approval of a resolution authorizing temporary appropriations for the fiscal year 2025, effective from January through March. The resolution was passed with five votes in favor and four members absent.

A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to clarifying procedural matters, particularly the timing of the meeting. It was addressed by the city’s Corporation Counsel, who explained that the meeting time was changed to an earlier hour because of the online format. This amendment was made possible by updating the notice on the city’s website, which some council members felt needed to be clarified for the public record.

During the public portion, Deborah Hanal raised a question regarding the necessity of a special meeting for the budget appropriations, given that a budget transfer had been discussed in a prior meeting. The Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Silva, clarified that the appropriations for 2025 could not be addressed in a 2024 meeting due to fiscal year regulations, necessitating the special session.