The Leominster City Council convened on April 28, 2025, to address several key financial appropriations and appointments during their regular meeting. The session began with the approval of minutes from previous meetings, which were placed on file without objection.

Mayor Dean Jay Mozzarella presented multiple requests for appropriations from the excess and deficiency account, highlighting the city's ongoing financial needs. The first request was for $15,000 to be allocated to the fuel depot expense account, which was referred to the chairman of finance. Following this, the mayor requested $21,600 for the assessing valuation expense account, also referred to finance.

A significant discussion arose regarding a request for $25,000 to cover increased ambulance billing expenses. This appropriation was similarly referred to the finance committee. Council members sought clarification on the source of these expenses, noting the fire department's role in ambulance billing.

The mayor continued with additional requests, including $32,500 for the collector's billing expense account and $60,000 for the paramedics' overtime account, both of which were referred to finance. A notable request for $110,000 to the police department's light account was also presented.

One of the larger requests was for $250,000 to the fire department's public safety overtime account. Mayor Mozzarella recused himself from this discussion due to a conflict of interest, and the matter was deferred to the finance committee.

The meeting also included a request for $25,000 and $3,800 for insurance reimbursement and flood-related expenses, respectively, which were referred to finance as well.

In addition to financial matters, the council addressed reappointments to various city commissions, including the Council on Aging and the Conservation Commission, with terms expiring in 2028. Appointments to the Culture Commission were also made, with terms set to expire in 2028.

Overall, the meeting focused on addressing the city's financial appropriations and ensuring the continuity of city services through reappointments. The council will continue to review these matters in upcoming sessions, with a strong emphasis on fiscal responsibility and community service.