Lynn City Council Meeting & Committee Meetings | April 28, 2026

The Lynn City Council held a meeting on April 28, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key financial transfers were approved, including $2,396,622 allocated to the Planning Department for MassDOT roadway safety improvements within the high injury network, $157,076.36 to the Lynn Public Library for state aid, and $40,000 to the Department of Public Works for invasive species treatment in local ponds. The council also confirmed the appointment of Andrew Martel to the Board of Assessors and selected Thomas O'Shea as the new Lynn Water and Sewer Commissioner. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to an update on the Northern Strand Extension project, a $11.8 million MassDOT construction initiative to extend a separated bike lane and shared use path through Lynn and Nahant. Councilors expressed concerns about project delays, impacts on small businesses, emergency vehicle access, and pedestrian mobility, prompting discussions about potential repaving and safety accommodations. The council emphasized the need for improved communication and mitigation of construction impacts on residents and businesses moving forward.