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- Essex County
- 10/28/25
- 10/28/2025
- 82 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the Lawrence City Council, several issues were addressed, including the tabling of a proposal to rename a city employee position and double the tax abatements for disabled veterans. Other topics included parking regulations, a street renaming request, and the recognition of a World War II nurse. The meeting was conducted virtually, with technical difficulties noted at the outset.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/27/25
- 10/27/2025
- 36 Minutes
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Overview: In a detailed meeting, the Lawrence City Council’s budget and finance committee delved into the fiscal year 2026 property tax classification, exploring a proposed shift in tax burden from residential properties to commercial, industrial, and personal properties, amidst robust real estate growth and a planned public hearing for further discussions.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/21/25
- 10/21/2025
- 64 Minutes
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Overview: The Lawrence City Council held a hybrid meeting on October 21, 2025, where they authorized the expenditure of a $1,054,800 grant from the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness program to tackle flood resilience projects in the city. The meeting also featured discussions on community engagement initiatives, public safety grants, and other local matters, including Halloween activities and election preparations.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/15/25
- 10/15/2025
- 46 Minutes
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Overview: The Lawrence City Council’s recent meeting focused on several initiatives, including accepting a donated vehicle for the police department, approving significant grants for municipal development, and addressing community concerns about safety and homelessness in the city. These efforts collectively aim to enhance public safety, environmental resilience, and community engagement.
- MA
- Essex County
- 10/15/25
- 10/15/2025
- 12 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent virtual meeting of the Lawrence City Council’s personnel committee, the primary focus was the decision to withdraw the nomination of Jacqueline Marl, an unenrolled voter, for a position on the Board of Registrars. The withdrawal was necessitated by state election laws mandating that appointees represent the two leading political parties, with only the city clerk allowed to be an unenrolled member.
