Lowell Planning Board moves forward on three major projects, including school gym. The board unanimously approved a site plan for Lowell Community Charter Public School's new gym addition at 225-259 Middlesex Street, expected to open by late 2027 with a new elevator for accessibility. Also approved
Lowell Sustainability Council votes unanimously to advance Mass Save energy efficiency letter to state. The four-member council approved an amended support letter addressing energy poverty in Lowell and outlining the role of energy advocate Victor Vargas in enrolling low-income residents in the
Lowell Zoning Board approves residential variances for lot split and mill conversion. The board unanimously approved Three Bridge Development's variance to split a Jeanne D'Arc Street lot and build a single-family home, granting relief from front yard setback requirements on condition the applicant
The Curriculum & Instruction Subcommittee assessed the Lowell schools' rollout of the ARC Foundational Skills reading program. Chairperson Connie Martin and members Fred Bahou and Eileen DelRossi heard from Dr. Oneida Fox Roye that five schools have adopted ARC while others delayed until next year;
Lowell License Commission unanimously approves nine event permits and five food or beverage licenses. The Commission approved the 36th season of the Lowell Summer Music Series, spanning 14 concerts from July 11 through September 13 at Boarding House Park with amplified entertainment and alcohol
Lowell assessors process $69,000 in warrants amid staffing reductions. Chief Assessor Ellen M. Brideau reported that the Board of Assessors unanimously approved one FY27 3ABC exemption application and motor vehicle excise tax abatements for the week of April 27 through May 1. The board also
Lowell Zoning Board approves 30-unit Willie Street mill conversion over a 29-space parking deficit.
Lowell Board of Parks approves permit applications with major fee waivers for youth activities. Chair Keith Rudy and members Tom Caunter, Melissa Morales, John Linnehan, and Kah Ndi approved the majority of 30 permit applications for summer facility use, with unanimous votes waiving all fees for
Lowell Cultural Council targets September grantee reception while delaying program discussions. The council, meeting without members Timmy Al-Muntafik, Rona Gofstein, and Beth Noel, advanced recruitment action items including design and printing of recruitment cards. Members present included
Lowell adopts its $577.9 million FY27 budget on a 10-1 vote, with only Council Member McDonough dissenting. Manager Golden Jr. cited recent firefighter union negotiations including layoffs and cost-of-living adjustments, confirmed by union representative Anthony Leite. The budget carries a 2.5
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