Standing Committee on Public Safety – Sep 8, 2026
- Where
- Esther Howland (South) Chamber
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What was decided
Councilors discussed the city's noise ordinance with the Commissioner of Inspectional Services and the Police Chief. Chairman's Orders asked for a draft ordinance raising noise fines, a review of public hearings for one-day event licenses, and a report on License Commission steps. The Hospital Guard item and its police staffing discussion were also placed on file.
Decisions recorded
- Approved the minutes of the June 23, 2026 Public Safety Committee meeting. page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Moved to recommend placing the noise ordinance review item (# 13b CC July 21, 2026) on file.
- Moved to recommend placing the Hospital Guard communication item (# 7a CC June 2, 2026) on file.
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Agenda
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Terms used here
- variance
- Permission from the zoning board to use or build on a property in a way the zoning doesn't allow, such as closer to a lot line, because of a hardship particular to the property.
Source
This meeting on the City of Worcester calendar (opens in new tab). First recorded by Worcester Publick on .