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Council approves a series of routine measures, refers several items to staff

Lowell City Council · January 14, 2026
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Summary

The Lowell City Council adopted requests to amend Hamilton Canal District building-form standards under MGL Chapter 121B Section 48, accepted a $3,000 fellowship grant, approved constable bonds, and voted to enter executive session on a property matter; other motions were referred to staff for study.

During the Jan. 13 meeting the council adopted a set of routine but consequential items and made referrals for further study.

On first and second reading the council authorized the city manager to request approval under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 121B, Section 48 to adjust building-form…

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