Mayor Mazzarella secures $7500 for Leominster's road safety analysis consultancy

The Leominster City Council meeting on May 27, 2025, focused on two significant proposals: funding for a road safety analysis and the establishment of a donation account for the All American City competition.

The council unanimously approved a request from Mayor Dean J. Mazzarella to allocate $7,500 to the Department of Public Works for a road safety analysis. This funding will be used to hire a traffic consultant to assist in applying for the federal Safe Streets for All program. The analysis will involve data collection to identify safety issues across city streets and will help prioritize necessary changes and upgrades. If successful, this initiative could lead to further state and federal grant opportunities for Leominster.

During the discussion, council members expressed their support for the project, emphasizing the importance of addressing road safety concerns raised by constituents. The council voted 9-0 in favor of the funding, highlighting a collaborative effort to improve community safety.

In a separate agenda item, the council also discussed establishing a donation account for the All American City competition, where Leominster has been selected as one of 20 finalists. The competition recognizes communities that demonstrate civic engagement and innovation in addressing local issues. The funds raised will cover travel expenses and promotional materials for a delegation representing Leominster at the event in June.

While the finance committee recommended the establishment of the account, some councilors raised questions about the delegation's composition and the anticipated fundraising goals. They expressed a desire for more information to better inform their constituents about the initiative. Despite these concerns, the council agreed that establishing the account was crucial for moving forward with the competition.

The council's decisions reflect a commitment to enhancing public safety and promoting Leominster's community engagement on a national stage. Further updates on both initiatives are expected as they progress.