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December 8, 2025
24 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Richard Wallner, Vincenzo Stuto, Nicholas Masse, Catherine Morrin, Stephen O'Leary
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Stephen O'Leary arrived after the meeting began (at 7:30 pm).
- Stephen O'Leary stepped aside (recused) for at least one vote.
Every vote, in order
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Enter into Executive Session for the Following Purpose: Subsection 3 - to Discuss Strategy with Respect to Collective Bargaining or Litigation If an Open Meeting May Have a Detrimental Effect on...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSE: SUBSECTION 3 - TO DISCUSS STRATEGY WITH RESPECT TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING OR LITIGATION IF AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE BARGAINING OR LITIGATING POSITION OF THE PUBLIC BODY: (NORTH READING SUPERIOR OFFICERS ASSOCIATION; NORTH READING POLICE UNION, LOCAL 456; REPUBLIC SERVICES) SUBSECTION 6 - TO CONSIDER THE PURCHASE, EXCHANGE, LEASE OR VALUE OF REAL PROPERTY IF THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE NEGOTIATING POSITION OF THE PUBLIC BODY (97 MAIN STREET; RIVERSIDE DRIVE PARCEL) AND TO ADMIT: POLICE CHIEF MARK ZIMMERMAN HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR ROBERT COLLINS FINANCE DIRECTOR LAURIANNE GALVIN
Yes: Masse, Morrin, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Stephen O'Leary as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSE: SUBSECTION 3 - TO DISCUSS STRATEGY WITH RESPECT TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING OR LITIGATION IF AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE BARGAINING OR LITIGATING POSITION OF THE PUBLIC BODY: (NORTH READING SUPERIOR OFFICERS ASSOCIATION; NORTH READING POLICE UNION, LOCAL 456; REPUBLIC SERVICES) SUBSECTION 6 - TO CONSIDER THE PURCHASE, EXCHANGE, LEASE OR VALUE OF REAL PROPERTY IF THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE NEGOTIATING POSITION OF THE PUBLIC BODY (97 MAIN STREET; RIVERSIDE DRIVE PARCEL) AND TO ADMIT: POLICE CHIEF MARK ZIMMERMAN HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR ROBERT COLLINS FINANCE DIRECTOR LAURIANNE GALVIN MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY ABSENT MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 4-0 (PASSED, 1 ABSENT).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Stuto)
Affirm the Following Positions as Having Special Municipal Employee Status Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 268a: Parks and Recreation Infant / Toddler Instructor After School Instructor / Coach Summer...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO AFFIRM THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS AS HAVING SPECIAL MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEE STATUS PURSUANT TO M.G.L. CHAPTER 268A: PARKS AND RECREATION INFANT / TODDLER INSTRUCTOR AFTER SCHOOL INSTRUCTOR / COACH SUMMER PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR / COACH SUMMER PROGRAM DIRECTOR (SUMMERSCAPE & KID CONNECTION) SUMMER PROGRAM ASSISTANT DIRECTORS SUMMER COUNSELORS POLICE DEPT.: MATRON CROSSING GUARD COUNCIL ON AGING: VAN DRIVER PROGRAM COORDINATOR FINANCE COMMITTEE FINANCE COMMITTEE RECORDING SECRETARY LIBRARY DEPARTMENT SUBSTITUTE LIBRARY TECHNICIAN HEALTH DEPARTMENT PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE YOUTH SERVICES DEPATMENT YOUTH SERVICES ASSISTANT
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO AFFIRM THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS AS HAVING SPECIAL MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEE STATUS PURSUANT TO M.G.L. CHAPTER 268A: PARKS AND RECREATION INFANT / TODDLER INSTRUCTOR AFTER SCHOOL INSTRUCTOR / COACH SUMMER PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR / COACH SUMMER PROGRAM DIRECTOR (SUMMERSCAPE & KID CONNECTION) SUMMER PROGRAM ASSISTANT DIRECTORS SUMMER COUNSELORS POLICE DEPT.: MATRON CROSSING GUARD COUNCIL ON AGING: VAN DRIVER PROGRAM COORDINATOR FINANCE COMMITTEE FINANCE COMMITTEE RECORDING SECRETARY LIBRARY DEPARTMENT SUBSTITUTE LIBRARY TECHNICIAN HEALTH DEPARTMENT PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE YOUTH SERVICES DEPATMENT YOUTH SERVICES ASSISTANT MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Chairman O'Leary commented on his support special municipal employee positions. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
Renew the Following Common Victualler Licenses to Expire December 31, 2026 Subject to All Regulatory Department Requirements: -Andrea's House of Pizza -Beyond Bagels, Inc -Captian's Pizza -Ph...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING COMMON VICTUALLER LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -ANDREA'S HOUSE OF PIZZA -BEYOND BAGELS, INC -CAPTIAN'S PIZZA -PH WEALTH INC. D/B/A CHINA CUISINE, INC. -COWABUNGA'S ENTERTAINMENT, LLC -DUNKIN DONUTS (HOLIE DONUT VII, LLC) -DUNKIN DONUTS (N. READ MAIN OP, LLC.) -DUNKIN DONUTS (SHAUNA DONUTS INC.) -YONGYUAN BROS., INC. D/B/A GINGER GORMET RESTAURANT -SKWERES LLC, D/B/A HEAV'NLY DONUTS -BNR NORTH READING LLC D/B/A HORSESHOE LOUNGE -MA 34571 SUB INC D/B/A SUBWAY 34571 -WAYAMA GROUP LLC D/B/A MARIO'S RESTAURANTE -NAN'S CENTRE CAFÉ -AJMER SONS INC. D/B/A NICK'S PLACE -RYER'S MARKET LLC/ D/B/A RYERS STORE -SUKO CAFÉ LLC -THE HORNET'S NEST -THE LOBSTER CLAW SEAFOODS, INC
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING COMMON VICTUALLER LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -ANDREA'S HOUSE OF PIZZA -BEYOND BAGELS, INC -CAPTIAN'S PIZZA -PH WEALTH INC. D/B/A CHINA CUISINE, INC. -COWABUNGA'S ENTERTAINMENT, LLC -DUNKIN DONUTS (HOLIE DONUT VII, LLC) -DUNKIN DONUTS (N. READ MAIN OP, LLC.) -DUNKIN DONUTS (SHAUNA DONUTS INC.) -YONGYUAN BROS., INC. D/B/A GINGER GORMET RESTAURANT -SKWERES LLC, D/B/A HEAV'NLY DONUTS -BNR NORTH READING LLC D/B/A HORSESHOE LOUNGE -MA 34571 SUB INC D/B/A SUBWAY 34571 -WAYAMA GROUP LLC D/B/A MARIO'S RESTAURANTE -NAN'S CENTRE CAFÉ -AJMER SONS INC. D/B/A NICK'S PLACE -RYER'S MARKET LLC/ D/B/A RYERS STORE -SUKO CAFÉ LLC -THE HORNET'S NEST -THE LOBSTER CLAW SEAFOODS, INC MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
COMMON VICTUALLER/ALL ALCOHOL
Renew the Following Common Victualler/All Alcohol Licenses to Expire December 31, 2026 Subject to All Regulatory Department Requirements: -Ph Wealth Inc. D/B/A China Cuisine, Inc. -Yongyuan Bros.,...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING COMMON VICTUALLER/ALL ALCOHOL LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -PH WEALTH INC. D/B/A CHINA CUISINE, INC. -YONGYUAN BROS., INC. D/B/A GINGER GORMET RESTAURANT -BNR NORTH READING LLC D/B/A HORSESHOE LOUNGE -WAYAMA GROUP LLC D/B/A MARIO'S RESTAURANTE
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING COMMON VICTUALLER/ALL ALCOHOL LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -PH WEALTH INC. D/B/A CHINA CUISINE, INC. -YONGYUAN BROS., INC. D/B/A GINGER GORMET RESTAURANT -BNR NORTH READING LLC D/B/A HORSESHOE LOUNGE -WAYAMA GROUP LLC D/B/A MARIO'S RESTAURANTE MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
CLASS I LICENSE
Renew the Following Class I Licenses to Expire January 1, 2027 Subject to All Regulatory Department Requirements: -Bobcat of Boston, Inc. -North Reading Motor Sports
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING CLASS I LICENSES TO EXPIRE JANUARY 1, 2027 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -BOBCAT OF BOSTON, INC. -NORTH READING MOTOR SPORTS
Yes: Masse, Morrin, Stuto, WallnerStephen O'Leary stepped aside (recused) and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING CLASS I LICENSES TO EXPIRE JANUARY 1, 2027 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -BOBCAT OF BOSTON, INC. -NORTH READING MOTOR SPORTS MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY RECUSED MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 4-0 (UNANIMOUS, 1 RECUSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Stuto)
CLASS II LICENSE
Renew the Following Class II Licenses to Expire January 1, 2027 Subject to All Regulatory Department Requirements: -Honca Motor Vehicle Sales, LLC -Neeka, Inc, D/B/A Route 28 Motors -P & T Auto...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING CLASS II LICENSES TO EXPIRE JANUARY 1, 2027 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -HONCA MOTOR VEHICLE SALES, LLC -NEEKA, INC, D/B/A ROUTE 28 MOTORS -P & T AUTO SALES, INC. -SASHO STANTCHEV
Yes: Masse, Morrin, Stuto, WallnerStephen O'Leary stepped aside (recused) and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING CLASS II LICENSES TO EXPIRE JANUARY 1, 2027 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -HONCA MOTOR VEHICLE SALES, LLC -NEEKA, INC, D/B/A ROUTE 28 MOTORS -P & T AUTO SALES, INC. -SASHO STANTCHEV MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY RECUSED MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 4-0 (UNANIMOUS, 1 RECUSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Stuto)
AUTOMATIC AMUSEMENT DEVICES
Renew the Following Automatic Amusement Device Licenses to Expire December 31, 2026 Subject to All Regulatory Department Requirements: -Andrea's House of Pizza -Cowabunga's Entertainment, LLC
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING AUTOMATIC AMUSEMENT DEVICE LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -ANDREA'S HOUSE OF PIZZA -COWABUNGA'S ENTERTAINMENT, LLC
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING AUTOMATIC AMUSEMENT DEVICE LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -ANDREA'S HOUSE OF PIZZA -COWABUNGA'S ENTERTAINMENT, LLC MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
PACKAGE STORE/ALL ALCOHOL
Renew the Following Package Store/All Alcohol Licenses to Expire December 31, 2026 Subject to All Regulatory Department Requirements: -Divyaanch Inc. D/B/A Christopher's Market -Eastgates Wil-Nr...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING PACKAGE STORE/ALL ALCOHOL LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -DIVYAANCH INC. D/B/A CHRISTOPHER'S MARKET -EASTGATES WIL-NR LLC D/B/A EASTGATE LIQUORS -PARADISE R2, INC. D/B/A NEW ENGLAND BEVERAGE & REDEMPTION
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING PACKAGE STORE/ALL ALCOHOL LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -DIVYAANCH INC. D/B/A CHRISTOPHER'S MARKET -EASTGATES WIL-NR LLC D/B/A EASTGATE LIQUORS -PARADISE R2, INC. D/B/A NEW ENGLAND BEVERAGE & REDEMPTION MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
PACKAGE STORE/WINE AND MALT BEVERAGE
Renew the Following Package Store/Wine and Malt Beverage Licenses to Expire December 31, 2026 Subject to All Regulatory Department Requirements: -Rss Convenience Inc. D/B/A Convenience Plus -Joe's...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING PACKAGE STORE/WINE AND MALT BEVERAGE LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -RSS CONVENIENCE INC. D/B/A CONVENIENCE PLUS -JOE'S KWIK MARTS MA LLC D/B/A JOE'S KWIK MARTS #514 -RYER'S MARKET LLC/ D/B/A RYERS STORE
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING PACKAGE STORE/WINE AND MALT BEVERAGE LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -RSS CONVENIENCE INC. D/B/A CONVENIENCE PLUS -JOE'S KWIK MARTS MA LLC D/B/A JOE'S KWIK MARTS #514 -RYER'S MARKET LLC/ D/B/A RYERS STORE MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT
Renew the Following Sunday Entertainment Licenses to Expire December 31, 2026 Subject to All Regulatory Department Requirements: -Bnr North Reading LLC D/B/A Horseshoe Lounge -Wayama Group LLC...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -BNR NORTH READING LLC D/B/A HORSESHOE LOUNGE -WAYAMA GROUP LLC D/B/A MARIO'S RESTAURANTE
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RENEW THE FOLLOWING SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT LICENSES TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026 SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS: -BNR NORTH READING LLC D/B/A HORSESHOE LOUNGE -WAYAMA GROUP LLC D/B/A MARIO'S RESTAURANTE MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
HILLVIEW COMMISSION
Place in Nomination the Following Name(S) for Appointment/Reappointment as Full Members to the Hillview Commission for Terms to Expire on December 31, 2028. (2 Opening) Jodi Anselmo-New Caf...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT AS FULL MEMBERS TO THE HILLVIEW COMMISSION FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2028. (2 OPENING) JODI ANSELMO-NEW CAF NICHOLAS W HARRON- (INCUMBENT) THEODORE L HAGGERTY- (INCUMBENT) SHANE LENNON-NEW CAF CAROLE MASON-NEW CAF STACI MCCAULEY-NEW CAF NICHOLAS MCPHERSON-NEW CAF DIANE SARACENO-NEW CAF
Each member who voted named the same choice (Nicholas W Harron & Theodore L Haggerty), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT AS FULL MEMBERS TO THE HILLVIEW COMMISSION FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2028. (2 OPENING) JODI ANSELMO-NEW CAF NICHOLAS W HARRON- (INCUMBENT) THEODORE L HAGGERTY- (INCUMBENT) SHANE LENNON-NEW CAF CAROLE MASON-NEW CAF STACI MCCAULEY-NEW CAF NICHOLAS MCPHERSON-NEW CAF DIANE SARACENO-NEW CAF MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER Mr. Wallner recommended Nicholas Harron and Theodore L Haggerty. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO NICHOLAS W HARRON & THEODORE L HAGGERTY MRS. MORRIN NICHOLAS W HARRON & THEODORE L HAGGERTY MR. WALLNER NICHOLAS W HARRON & THEODORE L HAGGERTY MR. O'LEARY NICHOLAS W HARRON & THEODORE L HAGGERTY MR. MASSE NICHOLAS W HARRON & THEODORE L HAGGERTY VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)
MOBILE HOME RENT CONTROL BOARD
Place in Nomination the Following Name(S) for Appointment/Reappointment as a Full Member to the Mobil Home Rent Control Boardfor a Term to Expire on December 31, 2028: (1 Opening) Thomas M...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT AS A FULL MEMBER TO THE MOBIL HOME RENT CONTROL BOARDFOR A TERM TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2028: (1 OPENING) THOMAS M BELSCHNER-NEW CAF JOHN T MANNION-(INCUMBENT)
Each member who voted named the same choice (John T Mannion), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT AS A FULL MEMBER TO THE MOBIL HOME RENT CONTROL BOARDFOR A TERM TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2028: (1 OPENING) THOMAS M BELSCHNER-NEW CAF JOHN T MANNION-(INCUMBENT) MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER Mr. Wallner recommended John Mannion. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO JOHN T MANNION MRS. MORRIN JOHN T MANNION MR. WALLNER JOHN T MANNION MR. O'LEARY JOHN T MANNION MR. MASSE JOHN T MANNION VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)
READING MUNICIPAL LIGHT DEPARTMENT -ADVISORY BOARD
Place in Nomination the Following Name for Appointment as a Full Member to the Reading Municipal Light Department - Advisory Board for Terms to Expire December 31, 2028 and to Waive Select Board...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME FOR APPOINTMENT AS A FULL MEMBER TO THE READING MUNICIPAL LIGHT DEPARTMENT - ADVISORY BOARD FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2028 AND TO WAIVE SELECT BOARD POLICY 3.2 (APPOINTMENT PROCEDURES) : (1 OPENING) ROBERT KASLE
Each member who voted named the same choice (Robert Kasle), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME FOR APPOINTMENT AS A FULL MEMBER TO THE READING MUNICIPAL LIGHT DEPARTMENT - ADVISORY BOARD FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2028 AND TO WAIVE SELECT BOARD POLICY 3.2 (APPOINTMENT PROCEDURES) : (1 OPENING) ROBERT KASLE MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Mr. Masse recommended Robert Kasle. Chairman O'Leary supported. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO ROBERT KASLE MRS. MORRIN ROBERT KASLE MR. WALLNER ROBERT KASLE MR. O'LEARY ROBERT KASLE MR. MASSE ROBERT KASLE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
VETERANS EVENT COMMITTEE
Place in Nomination the Following Name(S) for Appointment as a Full Member of the Veterans Event Committee for a Term Expiring December 31, 2028 (1 Opening) Kenneth Ravioli- Associate Member...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR APPOINTMENT AS A FULL MEMBER OF THE VETERANS EVENT COMMITTEE FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 31, 2028 (1 OPENING) KENNETH RAVIOLI- ASSOCIATE MEMBER MICHELLE REID - ASSOCIATE MEMBER ROBERTA J SANCHEZ-FULL MEMBER PAUL SANGER - ASSOCIATE MEMBER ALYSSA SCHUMSKY-NEW CAF RICHARD B. STRATTON -(INCUMBENT) LESEANDRIA C. THOMAS-NEW CAF MICHAEL SCARLATA-NEW CAF STEVEN SCHUYLER-NEW CAF JOHN WATSON - ASSOCIATE MEMBER
Each member who voted named the same choice (Richard B. Stratton), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR APPOINTMENT AS A FULL MEMBER OF THE VETERANS EVENT COMMITTEE FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 31, 2028 (1 OPENING) KENNETH RAVIOLI- ASSOCIATE MEMBER MICHELLE REID - ASSOCIATE MEMBER ROBERTA J SANCHEZ-FULL MEMBER PAUL SANGER - ASSOCIATE MEMBER ALYSSA SCHUMSKY-NEW CAF RICHARD B. STRATTON -(INCUMBENT) LESEANDRIA C. THOMAS-NEW CAF MICHAEL SCARLATA-NEW CAF STEVEN SCHUYLER-NEW CAF JOHN WATSON - ASSOCIATE MEMBER MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Mr. Masse recommended Richard Stratton. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO RICHARD B. STRATTON MRS. MORRIN RICHARD B. STRATTON MR. WALLNER RICHARD B. STRATTON MR. O'LEARY RICHARD B. STRATTON MR. MASSE RICHARD B. STRATTON VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
Place in Nomination the Following Name(S) for Reappointment/Appointment as a Full Member of the Veterans Event Committee for a Term Expiring December 31, 2027 (2 Openings) Kenneth Ravioli-...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR REAPPOINTMENT/APPOINTMENT AS A FULL MEMBER OF THE VETERANS EVENT COMMITTEE FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 31, 2027 (2 OPENINGS) KENNETH RAVIOLI- ASSOCIATE MEMBER MICHELLE REID- ASSOCIATE MEMBER ROBERTA J SANCHEZ -(INCUMBENT) PAUL SANGER- ASSOCIATE MEMBER ALYSSA SCHUMSKY-NEW CAF RICHARD B. STRATTON -(INCUMBENT) LESEANDRIA C. THOMAS-NEW CAF MICHAEL SCARLATA-NEW CAF STEVEN SCHUYLER-NEW CAF JOHN WATSON - ASSOCIATE MEMBER
Each member who voted named the same choice (Roberta J Sanchez & John Watson), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR REAPPOINTMENT/APPOINTMENT AS A FULL MEMBER OF THE VETERANS EVENT COMMITTEE FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 31, 2027 (2 OPENINGS) KENNETH RAVIOLI- ASSOCIATE MEMBER MICHELLE REID- ASSOCIATE MEMBER ROBERTA J SANCHEZ -(INCUMBENT) PAUL SANGER- ASSOCIATE MEMBER ALYSSA SCHUMSKY-NEW CAF RICHARD B. STRATTON -(INCUMBENT) LESEANDRIA C. THOMAS-NEW CAF MICHAEL SCARLATA-NEW CAF STEVEN SCHUYLER-NEW CAF JOHN WATSON - ASSOCIATE MEMBER MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Mr. Masse recommended Roberta Sanchez and John Watson. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO ROBERTA J SANCHEZ & JOHN WATSON MRS. MORRIN ROBERTA J SANCHEZ & JOHN WATSON MR. WALLNER ROBERTA J SANCHEZ & JOHN WATSON MR. O'LEARY ROBERTA J SANCHEZ & JOHN WATSON MR. MASSE ROBERTA J SANCHEZ & JOHN WATSON VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
STATE ETHICS LIAISON
Reappoint Susan Duplin as the State Ethics Commission Liaison for a Term to Expire on December 31, 2026
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REAPPOINT SUSAN DUPLIN AS THE STATE ETHICS COMMISSION LIAISON FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2026.
Each member who voted named the same choice (Susan Duplin), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REAPPOINT SUSAN DUPLIN AS THE STATE ETHICS COMMISSION LIAISON FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2026. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO SUSAN DUPLIN MRS. MORRIN SUSAN DUPLIN MR. WALLNER SUSAN DUPLIN MR. O'LEARY SUSAN DUPLIN MR. MASSE SUSAN DUPLIN VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
TOWN TREASURER
Reappoint Maryann Mackay as Town Treasurer for a Term to Expire on December 31, 2026
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REAPPOINT MARYANN MACKAY AS TOWN TREASURER FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2026.
Each member who voted named the same choice (Maryann Mackay), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO REAPPOINT MARYANN MACKAY AS TOWN TREASURER FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2026. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO MARYANN MACKAY MRS. MORRIN MARYANN MACKAY MR. WALLNER MARYANN MACKAY MR. O'LEARY MARYANN MACKAY MR. MASSE MARYANN MACKAY VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
YOUTH SERVICES COMMITTEE
Place in Nomination the Following Name(S) for Reappointment as Full Members to the Youth Services Committee for Terms to Expire December 31, 2028: (4 Openings) Monica Botto-(Incumbent) Peter...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR REAPPOINTMENT AS FULL MEMBERS TO THE YOUTH SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2028: (4 OPENINGS) MONICA BOTTO-(INCUMBENT) PETER MAJANE -(INCUMBENT) ELLEN SCHRANTZ -(INCUMBENT) BEATRIZ P VAUTIN-(INCUMBENT) JOANNE HAYES -NEW CAF
Each member who voted named the same choice (Monica Botto, Peter Majane & Ellen Schrantz), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR REAPPOINTMENT AS FULL MEMBERS TO THE YOUTH SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2028: (4 OPENINGS) MONICA BOTTO-(INCUMBENT) PETER MAJANE -(INCUMBENT) ELLEN SCHRANTZ -(INCUMBENT) BEATRIZ P VAUTIN-(INCUMBENT) JOANNE HAYES -NEW CAF MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Mrs. Morrin recommended Monica Botto, Peter Majane and Ellen Schrantz. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO MONICA BOTTO, PETER MAJANE & ELLEN SCHRANTZ MRS. MORRIN MONICA BOTTO, PETER MAJANE & ELLEN SCHRANTZ MR. WALLNER MONICA BOTTO, PETER MAJANE & ELLEN SCHRANTZ MR. O'LEARY MONICA BOTTO, PETER MAJANE & ELLEN SCHRANTZ MR. MASSE MONICA BOTTO, PETER MAJANE & ELLEN SCHRANTZ VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
Place in Nomination the Following Name(S) for Reappointment as Full Members to the Youth Services Committee for Terms to Expire December 31, 2026: (1 Openings) Beatriz P Vautin-(Incumbent) Joanne...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR REAPPOINTMENT AS FULL MEMBERS TO THE YOUTH SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026: (1 OPENINGS) BEATRIZ P VAUTIN-(INCUMBENT) JOANNE HAYES
Each member who voted named the same choice (Beatriz P Vautin), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PLACE IN NOMINATION THE FOLLOWING NAME(S) FOR REAPPOINTMENT AS FULL MEMBERS TO THE YOUTH SERVICES COMMITTEE FOR TERMS TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2026: (1 OPENINGS) BEATRIZ P VAUTIN-(INCUMBENT) JOANNE HAYES MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO BEATRIZ P VAUTIN MRS. MORRIN BEATRIZ P VAUTIN MR. WALLNER BEATRIZ P VAUTIN MR. O'LEARY BEATRIZ P VAUTIN MR. MASSE BEATRIZ P VAUTIN VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
Ratify and Sign the Memorandum of Agreement Between the Town of North Reading and the North Reading Superior Officers Association for the Period of July 1, 2025 Through June 30, 2028
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RATIFY AND SIGN THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF NORTH READING AND THE NORTH READING SUPERIOR OFFICERS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2028.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RATIFY AND SIGN THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF NORTH READING AND THE NORTH READING SUPERIOR OFFICERS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2028. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER Mr. Gilleberto summarized that it maintains a merit-based system; includes salary adjustments and stipends. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)
Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the October Town Meeting 6, 2025 Meeting
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE OCTOBER TOWN MEETING 6, 2025 MEETING.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE OCTOBER TOWN MEETING 6, 2025 MEETING. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO Mr. Masse inquired about the adjustments he has asked earlier to be added to the minutes. The Town Administrator and Chairman O'Leary clarified it has been made. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Stuto)
Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the October 20, 2025 Meeting
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE OCTOBER 20, 2025 MEETING.
The motion was changed during discussion before this vote; see the minutes for the final wording.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE OCTOBER 20, 2025 MEETING. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO Mr. Masse asked about the motion regarding Bylaw review Committee and to incorporate in the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes. He amended- MR. CHAIRMAN, I WOULD LIKE TO AMEND THE OCTOBER 20, 2025 MINUTES AS DISCUSSED TO REMOVE THE SECOND SECONDED. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Stuto)
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE OCTOBER 20, 2025 MEETING.
This is the vote on the main motion, taken right after a vote on a change to it (or a motion to postpone it).
From the minutes
“Chairman O'Leary asked to vote on the original motion as amended. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Stuto)
5/9/2016 EXEMPTION 7 (GENERAL PRIVACY) 5/23/2016 EXEMPTION 7 (MINUTES) 5/23/2016 EXEMPTION 3 (DPW UNION) 6/6/2016 EXEMPT
Adjourn
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ADJOURN.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ADJOURN. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
From the North Reading Select Board’s official minutes in the town’s Document Center (Meeting Minutes, Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: North Reading Transcript (Local Headline News) candidate headshots: Stephen O’Leary and Nicholas Masse (May 2024), Richard Wallner and Catherine Morrin (May 2025), Charles Tyler (April 2026).
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