‘Big Top’ Comes to Chelsea City Council
Civility proved scarce during Monday evening’s City Council session. Although these meetings customarily conclude with councillors making community announcements and observing moments…
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Condo Owners say Water and Sewer Discount Unfair
A 10 percent water and sewer discount for Chelsea homeowners, approved by the City Council on a measure sponsored by District 6…
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Council says ‘No, Thank You’ to Recupero TIF Proposal
District 6 City Councillor Giovanni Recupero’s proposal to reduce water and sewer rates for city homeowners received narrow approval from the council…
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Time for a Trim
The 3rd annual Chelsea Free Back-to-School Haircut day took place at the Jordan Boys & Girls Club on Monday, Aug. 27. Six…
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Residency Ordinance for Police, Fire Hires Holds Firm at Council
A last ditch effort by Councillor Roy Avellaneda to reverse the new police and fire residency ordinance successfully passed by Councillor Giovanni…
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Council Approves Transfers for Rainy Day Funds
The Chelsea City Council approved a request from City Manager Tom Ambrosino to reorganize and significantly increase the City’s reserve accounts. On…
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Council Passes Unique Pilot for Students, Not Everyone on Board
The Chelsea City Council passed a unique pilot program by a vote of 8-2 on Monday night that would allow qualifying students…
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Councillor Punts on Residency Ordinance, Sent to Committee
Councillor Giovanni Recupero appeared poised to advance his long-pursued residency ordinance on Monday, but support evaporated quickly. He withdrew the measure before…
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Council Calls for Ordinance to Be Drafted on Residency Restriction
During Monday night’s session, the Chelsea City Council approved a measure by a 9-1 vote requesting that City Solicitor Cheryl Fisher Watson…
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Momentum for Plastic Bag Ban Grows, Not Everyone on Board
On Tuesday night, Jan. 23, Chelsea City Hall hosted a significant gathering centered on a plastic shopping bag prohibition. Council President Damali…
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