Gloucester Council Confirms Flavia Ryan's Appointment to Cultural Council

Flavia Ryan was officially appointed to the Gloucester Cultural Council during the Gloucester City Council meeting on July 22, 2025. Councilor Gray praised Ryan, highlighting her resilience and the challenges she has overcome, stating, "We're lucky to have her." The council unanimously approved her appointment, with a vote of 9-0.

In addition to Ryan's appointment, the council discussed a significant home rule petition concerning private roads. Mayor Verger explained that the petition seeks legislative permission to allocate public funds for private road maintenance, a change that could provide relief to private road owners. He emphasized that while the petition aligns with previous ordinance changes, its approval is not guaranteed.

The council also addressed various items on the consent agenda, with Councilor Groh and Councilor Gilman requesting the removal of specific items for further discussion. The council moved forward with a motion to refer the home rule petition to the Ordinance Administration Committee for further consideration.

As the meeting progressed, Councilor Groh proposed a motion to set a public hearing date for a large zoning change, which was also approved unanimously. The council's actions reflect ongoing efforts to address community needs and improve local governance.