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City Council 3-23-26
Monday, Mar 23, 2026
City Council Approves Eversource Conduit Installation for New Building Addition
The City Council held a public hearing regarding a grant of location for NSTAR Electric DBA Eversource to install approximately 12 feet of conduit from pole 322/21 onto private property to provide electric service to a new addition to the building at 195 Bear Hill Road. The council asked clarifying questions about the work impacting the sidewalk and road, and confirmed that the work would not impact traffic and would be completed from private property. No one spoke in opposition or in a neutral capacity.
City Council Recognizes Women's History Month, Honors Local Author Yasmin Azad
The City Council passed a resolution recognizing Women's History Month and honoring Waltham author Yasmin Azad. The resolution proposes donating a copy of her book, 'Stay Daughter,' to the Waltham City Hall Museum Room. The book details her experiences growing up in Sri Lanka and her journey to pursue higher education, highlighting themes of cultural background, education for women, and familial values. Councilor Bradley-MacArthur shared personal reflections on Azad's story and the significance of Women's History Month.
City Council Approves Resolution for Earth Day and Arbor Day Celebrations, Highlights Community Events
The City Council considered a resolution regarding Earth Day and Arbor Day. Councilor Harris highlighted upcoming events, including the Waltham Land Trust's 27th annual Charles River Earth Day Cleanup on April 25th and an annual tree planting event organized by the DPW, the location and timing of which will be announced via city social media. The council approved the resolution to celebrate these days.
City Council Accepts Donations for Museum Room and Piano Restoration
The Finance Committee recommended, and the Council approved, the acceptance of several donations for the City Hall Museum Room. These include a telephone directory from December 1942 donated by Julia DeCola, tickets from the Embassy Theater and Waltham Police Relief Association from 1963 donated by Karen O'Brien, and a donation from the Robert Tree Payne Historical Trust to restore the grand piano at Stonehurst.
Waltham City Council Declares April 9th as Local News Day, Highlights Importance of Local Journalism
The City Council passed a resolution recognizing April 9, 2026, as Local News Day in Waltham. The resolution emphasizes the importance of local news for informed citizenry, civic participation, and government accountability. It encourages residents to support local news organizations. The council heard from June Kinoshita of the Waltham Times, who discussed the national crisis in local news and the role of independent news outlets, comparing news to a 'mycelium network' vital for societal health. Several councilors spoke in support, acknowledging the value of local journalism and expressing gratitude to the Waltham Times and WCAC for their coverage.
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