Salem City Council Meeting 2/12/2026

Salem City Council · February 21, 2026

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Meeting called to order; land acknowledgement and logistics

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Council President Merkel opened the regular meeting at 7:00 p.m., noted Councilor Varela absent, explained public testimony rules and timing, and led a land acknowledgement recognizing Naumkeag (Massachusett) people.

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Salem City Council met Feb. 12, 2026. The council confirmed two mayoral appointments, approved multiple budget orders including $235,109.24 for Salem Skipper expansion, referred proposed snow-removal fine changes and composting and gas-blower ordinances to committee, adopted a resolution affirming protections for immigrant residents, and approved a 60-day 20 mph safety-zone trial on Ford Avenue.

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