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Billerica Chair
Michael Riley
At-large · 4 terms in this record
Mike Riley; Michael A. Riley
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Start my ballot →Record at a glance · 2026–2027 Board
On split votes, Riley voted the same way as…
- Jillian Pavidis86% (6 of 7)
- Daniel Darris-O'Connor75% (6 of 8)
- Michael Rosa38% (3 of 8)
- Dina Favreau33% (2 of 6)
How these numbers work
- Counted from the official minutes, for 2026–2027 Board only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
- Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list Riley as present or absent at the start.
- Only votes the minutes record member by member are counted. Voice votes and votes given only as a count (for example 6-3 with no names) are not.
- Percentages are shown only when there are at least 10 meetings or votes to count.
- A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no. “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes; ties are not counted.
- “Whole board” combines every member’s record for the same term.
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Attendance
At the start of 5 of 5 Select Board meetings in 2026–2027 Board.
Missed none.
Every meeting (5)
- Aug 17, 2026 · Regular: Present
- Aug 10, 2026 · Special: Present (Michael Riley took part remotely.)
- Jul 27, 2026 · Special: Present
- Jul 20, 2026 · Regular: Present
- Jun 15, 2026 · Regular: Present
Votes where members disagreed · 2026–2027 Board
Aug 17Approve the Consent Agenda as presentedMotion: Consent Item G, the proposed Open Space and Recreation Committee appointment,…Passed Unanimous, 5 present · Riley: Yes
August 17, 2026: Approve the Consent Agenda as presented
Consent Item G, the proposed Open Space and Recreation Committee appointment, had been removed from the agenda. a Temp Signs Turkey Trot-Diana Saunders-4 Signs 18 x 24 Town Center 10/1/26-11/4/26 b Temp Signs BATV 5K -4 signs 24' x 18" Town Center 08/18/26-10/18/26 c Donation To the Billerica Veterans Services Department, $300 from Leon Wlodyka-Support Veterans in need as well as community events d Donation To the Town of Billerica, exterior Town Hall window cleaning services valued at $2,500 from Jack Services LLC e Donation To the Billerica Veterans Services Department, $270 from Donald L. Damon Jr./Billerica Finance Committee for veterans' events and support f Donation To the Town of Billerica, $500 from Coastal Community Capital for sponsorship of the Manufacturing Community Symposium h Donations To the town of Billerica $1,200 from Stoneham Bank for sponsorship of the Manufacturing Community Symposium Motion Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented: Member Rosa seconded the motion. Vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Yea Member Rosa Yea Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea
Voted: Yes
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Consent Item G, the proposed Open Space and Recreation Committee appointment, had been removed from the agenda. a Temp Signs Turkey Trot-Diana Saunders-4 Signs 18 x 24 Town Center 10/1/26-11/4/26 b Temp Signs BATV 5K -4 signs 24' x 18" Town Center 08/18/26-10/18/26 c Donation To the Billerica Veterans Services Department, $300 from Leon Wlodyka-Support Veterans in need as well as community events d Donation To the Town of Billerica, exterior Town Hall window cleaning services valued at $2,500 from Jack Services LLC e Donation To the Billerica Veterans Services Department, $270 from Donald L. Damon Jr./Billerica Finance Committee for veterans' events and support f Donation To the Town of Billerica, $500 from Coastal Community Capital for sponsorship of the Manufacturing Community Symposium h Donations To the town of Billerica $1,200 from Stoneham Bank for sponsorship of the Manufacturing Community Symposium Motion Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented: Member Rosa seconded the motion. Vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Yea Member Rosa Yea Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea.” (second: Rosa)
Aug 17Vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 60, §64A, to authorize…Motion: Motion Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved that the Select Board vote, pursuant to…Passed 4–0 · Riley: Yes
August 17, 2026: Vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 60, §64A, to authorize the Town to retain for municipal purposes the property located at Outlook Road, Parcel 85-67-0, which has been acquired by the…
Motion Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved that the Select Board vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 60, §64A, to authorize the Town to retain for municipal purposes the property located at Outlook Road, Parcel 85-67-0, which has been acquired by the Town through a final judgment of the Land Court foreclosing the right of redemption for nonpayment of real estate taxes, and to determine the specific municipal purpose(s) for which said property shall be used or take any other action relative thereto. Member Favreau Seconded the motion. Vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Yea Member Rosa Recused Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea
Voted: Yes
Yes: Darris-O'Connor, Favreau, Pavidis, RileyThe minutes say Michael Rosa stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Motion Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved that the Select Board vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 60, §64A, to authorize the Town to retain for municipal purposes the property located at Outlook Road, Parcel 85-67-0, which has been acquired by the Town through a final judgment of the Land Court foreclosing the right of redemption for nonpayment of real estate taxes, and to determine the specific municipal purpose(s) for which said property shall be used or take any other action relative thereto. Member Favreau Seconded the motion. Vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Yea Member Rosa Recused Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea.” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Favreau)
Aug 17Adopt the Order of Taking in the form presented,…Motion: MOTION: Move to adopt the Order of Taking in the form…Passed Unanimous, 5 present · Riley: Yes
August 17, 2026: Adopt the Order of Taking in the form presented, acquiring interests in land sufficient to complete the layout and acceptance of those public ways identified in the vote under Article…
MOTION: Move to adopt the Order of Taking in the form presented, acquiring interests in land sufficient to complete the layout and acceptance of those public ways identified in the vote under Article 30 of the May 21, 2026 Annual Spring Town Meeting, provided that Town Counsel may update Schedule A as necessary prior to recording, and to award no damages for the taking. Member Rosa seconded the motion. Vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Yea Member Rosa Yea Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea
Voted: Yes
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to adopt the Order of Taking in the form presented, acquiring interests in land sufficient to complete the layout and acceptance of those public ways identified in the vote under Article 30 of the May 21, 2026 Annual Spring Town Meeting, provided that Town Counsel may update Schedule A as necessary prior to recording, and to award no damages for the taking. Member Rosa seconded the motion. Vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Yea Member Rosa Yea Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea.” (second: Rosa)
Aug 10Approve the consent agenda as presentedMotion: Motion: Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the consent agenda…Passed 2–1 · Riley: Yes
August 10, 2026 (Special meeting): Approve the consent agenda as presented
Motion: Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Chair Riley seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Rosa Nay Chair Riley Yea Vote Result: 2-1; motion passed.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Darris-O'Connor, RileyNo: Rosa
From the minutes
“Motion: Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Chair Riley seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Rosa Nay Chair Riley Yea Vote Result: 2-1; motion passed..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Riley)
Jul 27By roll call on the motion to waive the…Motion: The Board voted by roll call on the motion to waive…Passed 4–1 · Riley: Yes
July 27, 2026 (Special meeting): By roll call on the motion to waive the remaining DPW fees for Wicked Wings in the amount of $22,063.51: Member Rosa Aye 07.27.26 Special Meeting Before and After EX…
The Board voted by roll call on the motion to waive the remaining DPW fees for Wicked Wings in the amount of $22,063.51: Member Rosa Aye 07.27.26 Special Meeting Before and After EX Ses Approved 09.14.26 Vice Chair Pavidis Aye Secretary Darris-O'Connor No Member Favreau Aye Chair Riley Aye The motion passed, 4-1.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Favreau, Pavidis, Riley, RosaNo: Darris-O'ConnorThe minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The Board voted by roll call on the motion to waive the remaining DPW fees for Wicked Wings in the amount of $22,063.51: Member Rosa Aye 07.27.26 Special Meeting Before and After EX Ses Approved 09.14.26 Vice Chair Pavidis Aye Secretary Darris-O'Connor No Member Favreau Aye Chair Riley Aye The motion passed, 4-1..”
Jul 20Waive the first-reading process and approve Select Board Policy…Motion: Motion: Member Rosa moved to waive the first-reading process and approve…Passed 3–2 · Riley: Yes
July 20, 2026: Waive the first-reading process and approve Select Board Policy §4.4 concerning the appointment of the Police Chief and Fire Chief
Motion: Member Rosa moved to waive the first-reading process and approve Select Board Policy §4.4 concerning the appointment of the Police Chief and Fire Chief. Seconded by Member Favreau. Vote Result: 3-2. Members Rosa, Favreau, and Riley voted in favor. Members Pavidis and Darris-O'Connor voted against.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Favreau, Riley, RosaNo: Darris-O'Connor, Pavidis
From the minutes
“Motion: Member Rosa moved to waive the first-reading process and approve Select Board Policy §4.4 concerning the appointment of the Police Chief and Fire Chief. Seconded by Member Favreau. Vote Result: 3-2. Members Rosa, Favreau, and Riley voted in favor. Members Pavidis and Darris-O'Connor voted against..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Jul 20Rescind the Select Board Code of Conduct PolicyMotion: Motion: Member Favreau moved to rescind the Select Board Code of…Failed 2–3 · Riley: No
July 20, 2026: Rescind the Select Board Code of Conduct Policy
Motion: Member Favreau moved to rescind the Select Board Code of Conduct Policy. Seconded by Member Rosa. Secretary Darris-O'Connor Nay Member Favreau Yea Member Rosa Yea Vice Chair Pavidis Nay Chair Riley Nay
Voted: No
Yes: Favreau, RosaNo: Darris-O'Connor, Pavidis, Riley
From the minutes
“Motion: Member Favreau moved to rescind the Select Board Code of Conduct Policy. Seconded by Member Rosa. Secretary Darris-O'Connor Nay Member Favreau Yea Member Rosa Yea Vice Chair Pavidis Nay Chair Riley Nay.” (Motion: Favreau, second: Rosa)
Jul 20Secretary Darris-O'Connor YeaMotion: Vote Result: 5-0-0Passed Unanimous, 5 present · Riley: Yes
July 20, 2026: Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea
Vote Result: 5-0-0
Voted: Yes
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
Jun 15Set the Fiscal Year 2027 water rates at Tier…Motion: Motion: Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved to set the Fiscal Year 2027 water…Passed 3–2 · Riley: Yes
June 15, 2026: Set the Fiscal Year 2027 water rates at Tier 1 - $3.84, Tier 2 - $4.88, and Tier 3 - $6.34
Motion: Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved to set the Fiscal Year 2027 water rates at Tier 1 - $3.84, Tier 2 - $4.88, and Tier 3 - $6.34. Vice Chair Pavidis seconded the motion. On the motion, Member Favreau raised a point of order and expressed concern regarding the projected future rate increases. She referenced the cost-projection schedule and stated that the projected rate adjustments represented an approximately 37% increase through 2029. She stated that, based on those projected increases, she would not support the motion. Roll Call Vote Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Nay Member Rosa Nay Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea The motion passed, 3-2.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Darris-O'Connor, Pavidis, RileyNo: Favreau, Rosa
From the minutes
“Motion: Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved to set the Fiscal Year 2027 water rates at Tier 1 - $3.84, Tier 2 - $4.88, and Tier 3 - $6.34. Vice Chair Pavidis seconded the motion. On the motion, Member Favreau raised a point of order and expressed concern regarding the projected future rate increases. She referenced the cost-projection schedule and stated that the projected rate adjustments represented an approximately 37% increase through 2029. She stated that, based on those projected increases, she would not support the motion. Roll Call Vote Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Nay Member Rosa Nay Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea The motion passed, 3-2..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Pavidis)
Jun 15Set the Fiscal Year 2027 sewer rates at Tier…Motion: Chair Riley supported Option A for the sewer rates, stating that…Passed 3–2 · Riley: Yes
June 15, 2026: Set the Fiscal Year 2027 sewer rates at Tier 1 - $6.49, Tier 2 - $7.55, and Tier 3 - $11.31
Chair Riley supported Option A for the sewer rates, stating that he believed the recommended structure was fiscally responsible, was consistent with the manner in which many other communities fund their water and sewer systems, and appropriately charged users for the services they receive Motion: Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved to set the Fiscal Year 2027 sewer rates at Tier 1 - $6.49, Tier 2 - $7.55, and Tier 3 - $11.31. Second: Vice Chair Pavidis seconded the motion. On the motion, Member Favreau stated that the dollar amounts represented a 10% sewer-rate increase across all three tiers in addition to the 5% water-rate increase previously approved. She stated that this represented a combined 15% increase in water and sewer rates and referenced projected additional rate adjustments over the following five years. She stated that she would vote against the motion. Roll Call Vote Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Nay Member Rosa Nay Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea The motion passed, 3-2.
Voted: Yes
Yes: Darris-O'Connor, Pavidis, RileyNo: Favreau, Rosa
From the minutes
“Chair Riley supported Option A for the sewer rates, stating that he believed the recommended structure was fiscally responsible, was consistent with the manner in which many other communities fund their water and sewer systems, and appropriately charged users for the services they receive Motion: Secretary Darris-O'Connor moved to set the Fiscal Year 2027 sewer rates at Tier 1 - $6.49, Tier 2 - $7.55, and Tier 3 - $11.31. Second: Vice Chair Pavidis seconded the motion. On the motion, Member Favreau stated that the dollar amounts represented a 10% sewer-rate increase across all three tiers in addition to the 5% water-rate increase previously approved. She stated that this represented a combined 15% increase in water and sewer rates and referenced projected additional rate adjustments over the following five years. She stated that she would vote against the motion. Roll Call Vote Secretary Darris-O'Connor Yea Member Favreau Nay Member Rosa Nay Vice Chair Pavidis Yea Chair Riley Yea The motion passed, 3-2..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Pavidis)
Votes with no disagreement (29)
From the Billerica Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): The Lowell Sun — Michael Riley and Michael Rosa (Peter Currier, March 2026), Jillian Pavidis and Daniel Darris-O’Connor (Peter Currier, March 2025), Dina Favreau (courtesy photo, March 2024). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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