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North Reading Select Board
How the North Reading Select Board voted, from the Select Board’s official minutes. 5 Select Board members elected townwide for three-year terms. Catherine Morrin, elected on May 6, 2025, joined the board and Richard Wallner was re-elected; Liane Gonzalez left it (her last meeting was May 5, 2025). On May 7, 2025 the board chose Stephen O’Leary as Chair (4-1), Richard Wallner as Vice Chair (5-0) and Catherine Morrin as Clerk (5-0). Covers 32 meetings, May 7 to May 4, 2026.
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What does the Select Board do? It is the town’s executive board. It prepares the Town Meeting warrant (the list of articles voters decide), appoints members of many town boards, hires the town’s top staff, signs warrants to pay town bills, and grants licenses and permits.
Town Meeting, not the Select Board, votes the town budget and town bylaws.
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Members
ChairStephen O'LearyChair · At-large · at 31 of 32 meetings
Vice-ChairRichard WallnerVice Chair · At-large · at 29 of 32 meetings
Nicholas MasseMember · At-large · at 32 of 32 meetings
Catherine MorrinClerk · At-large · at 31 of 32 meetingsVincenzo StutoMember · At-large · at 28 of 32 meetings"At X of Y meetings" counts the members the minutes list as present at the start of each meeting in this record. Members who step out are listed on each meeting page.
Meetings
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Loaded: North Reading Select Board minutes (the board was called the Board of Selectmen until fall 2018) from January 8, 2018 through September 8, 2026: 250 meetings and 2,724 votes. The town’s Document Center holds the board’s minutes back to 1983 (MassVoter has loaded 2018 on). The minutes are typed documents with searchable text, except 27 sets from late 2021 and 2022 that were posted as scanned images; MassVoter read those with text recognition and checked the votes. Not here: executive-session minutes; minutes the board approved but the town has not posted (June 9 and December 17, 2020, and February 12, 2024, among others); February 23, 2026, when the regular meeting was cancelled for a winter storm and the chair alone opened it only to continue hearings; and meetings after September 8, 2026 (not posted yet). Since 2018 the minutes record most votes as a roll call naming each member (“VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE, MRS. MORRIN AYE, MR. WALLNER AYE, MR. O’LEARY AYE, MR. MASSE NAY. VOTED: 4-1 (PASSED)”), and we show each member’s vote as recorded. Where only a count is given, a count that matches the members present with no one named as voting no is shown as every member present voting yes, and members the minutes name as absent, abstaining or recused are left out. Where a roll call lists a member twice, names a member the minutes do not show as present, or does not match its stated count, or a split count does not name who voted no, we show the count only, with a note. In appointments and officer elections the members each say the name of the person they choose; when every member who voted named the same person (or the same list of people), each is shown as voting yes, with a note, and when they named different people we show the result only, with the names quoted in a note. Motions that were withdrawn or got no second, with no vote recorded, are not listed. At joint meetings, only the Select Board’s own votes are shown. We will ask the town to confirm any noted vote.
Votes where members disagreed
Most board votes are unanimous. These are the ones where at least one member voted no or abstained, newest first.
May 4Recommend Article 28- Acquisition and Appropriation- 97 Main Street…Motion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 28- ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION-…Passed 3–2 · No: Masse, Stuto
May 4, 2026: Recommend Article 28- Acquisition and Appropriation- 97 Main Street (Entire Parcel)
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 28- ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION- 97 MAIN STREET (ENTIRE PARCEL).
Yes: Morrin, O'Leary, WallnerNo: Masse, Stuto
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 28- ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION- 97 MAIN STREET (ENTIRE PARCEL). MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER There was an Extensive discussion on acquiring multiple parcels including 97 Main Street and alternative sites. Key points are below: - Fire station siting and operational needs - Environmental risks (potential contamination) - Financial feasibility and long-term return on investment - Potential rental revenue and development impact Mr. Masse left at 9:0 pm and returned at 9:08 pm. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO NAY MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE NAY VOTED: 3-2 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)
May 4Amend Article 29 to Remove Eminenet DomainMotion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO AMEND ARTICLE 29 TO REMOVE EMINENET…Failed 1–4 · No: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, Wallner
May 4, 2026: Amend Article 29 to Remove Eminenet Domain
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO AMEND ARTICLE 29 TO REMOVE EMINENET DOMAIN.
Yes: MasseNo: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, Wallner
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO AMEND ARTICLE 29 TO REMOVE EMINENET DOMAIN. MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO There was a discussion centered on whether to remove "eminent domain" from the article to encourage cooperative negotiations with the property owner. Concerns raised about losing legal flexibility and negotiating leverage. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO NAY MRS. MORRIN NAY MR. WALLNER NAY MR. O'LEARY NAY MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 1-4 (FAILED).” (Motion: Masse, second: Stuto)
May 4Recommend Article 29 - Acquisition and Appropriation- 97 Main…Motion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 29 - ACQUISITION AND…Passed 3–2 · No: Masse, Stuto
May 4, 2026: Recommend Article 29 - Acquisition and Appropriation- 97 Main Street (Portion of Parcel)
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 29 - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION- 97 MAIN STREET (PORTION OF PARCEL).
Yes: Morrin, O'Leary, WallnerNo: Masse, StutoThis 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
“The Select Board returned back to the discussion on the main motion. Discussion also touched on inconsistent owner engagement across sites and skepticism about the likelihood of public approval for the 97 Main Street option despite its cost advantage. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO NAY MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE NAY VOTED: 3-2 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Stuto)
May 4Recommend Article 25 (Previously Article 30) - Acquisition and…Motion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 25 (Previously ARTICLE 30)…Passed 4–1 · No: Wallner
May 4, 2026: Recommend Article 25 (Previously Article 30) - Acquisition and Appropriation - 84-86main Street
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 25 (Previously ARTICLE 30) - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 84-86MAIN STREET.
Yes: Masse, Morrin, O'Leary, StutoNo: Wallner
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 25 (Previously ARTICLE 30) - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 84-86MAIN STREET. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE There was a discussion. Concern raised about environmental risks, potential contamination (particularly at 84 Main Street due to prior automotive use), demolition costs, tenant relocation, and uncertainty around property negotiations with Mr. Lynch. It was further discussed that however; the site could be a potential location for a fire station but there are a significant financial and environmental risks associated with acquiring the property without full site assessment. It was also noted that further information, including land swap details and cleanup liabilities, could influence future positions. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER NAY MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 4-1 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
May 4Recommend Article 26 (Previously Article 31) - Acquisition and…Motion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 26 (Previously ARTICLE 31)…Passed 4–1 · No: Wallner
May 4, 2026: Recommend Article 26 (Previously Article 31) - Acquisition and Appropriation - 73-75 Main Street
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 26 (Previously ARTICLE 31) - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 73-75 MAIN STREET.
Yes: Masse, Morrin, O'Leary, StutoNo: Wallner
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO RECOMMEND ARTICLE 26 (Previously ARTICLE 31) - ACQUISITION AND APPROPRIATION - 73-75 MAIN STREET. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE The Select Board discussed the project's priority level (lower priority around 2-3), property's history and concern raised regarding zooming and prior approvals. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER NAY MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 4-1 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
May 4Amend Select Board Policy 1.3 as Follows: in Section…Motion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE AMEND SELECT BOARD POLICY 1.3 AS FOLLOWS:…Passed 4–1 · No: Masse
May 4, 2026: Amend Select Board Policy 1.3 as Follows: in Section 1.3 (B) (1), Add the Following Line: 6. Establish Liaison Assignments for Board Members and Section 1.4 as Follows: in Section…
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE AMEND SELECT BOARD POLICY 1.3 AS FOLLOWS: IN SECTION 1.3 (B) (1), ADD THE FOLLOWING LINE: 6. ESTABLISH LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS FOR BOARD MEMBERS AND SECTION 1.4 AS FOLLOWS: IN SECTION 1.4, ADD THE FOLLOWING LINE: E. THE INTENTION OF LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS IS TO FACILITATE COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE SELECT BOARD AND BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES/OFFICIALS. WHILE BOARD MEMBERS ARE FREE TO EXERCISE THEIR RIGHTS AS INDIVIDUAL RESIDENTS TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INTERACTION BETWEEN THE SELECT BOARD AND BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES/OFFICIALS IS TO OCCUR THROUGH LIAISONS. IN THE INSTANCE A LIAISON ASSIGNMENT BECOMES VACANT OR DOES NOT YET EXIST, THE CHAIR SHALL ASSUME RESPONSIBILITIES FOR COMMUNICATION WHEN AND UNTIL AN ASSIGNMENT IS MADE.
Yes: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerNo: Masse
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE AMEND SELECT BOARD POLICY 1.3 AS FOLLOWS: IN SECTION 1.3 (B) (1), ADD THE FOLLOWING LINE: 6. ESTABLISH LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS FOR BOARD MEMBERS AND SECTION 1.4 AS FOLLOWS: IN SECTION 1.4, ADD THE FOLLOWING LINE: E. THE INTENTION OF LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS IS TO FACILITATE COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE SELECT BOARD AND BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES/OFFICIALS. WHILE BOARD MEMBERS ARE FREE TO EXERCISE THEIR RIGHTS AS INDIVIDUAL RESIDENTS TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INTERACTION BETWEEN THE SELECT BOARD AND BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES/OFFICIALS IS TO OCCUR THROUGH LIAISONS. IN THE INSTANCE A LIAISON ASSIGNMENT BECOMES VACANT OR DOES NOT YET EXIST, THE CHAIR SHALL ASSUME RESPONSIBILITIES FOR COMMUNICATION WHEN AND UNTIL AN ASSIGNMENT IS MADE. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER Mr. Masse commented on getting access to information by requiring members to go through the chairman, saying there is no policy requiring that. He affirmed his intention to seek information independently and encouraged his colleagues to do the same, rejecting the notion of hierarchical authority in this context. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE NAY VOTED: 4-1 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)
Apr 27Approve the Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Improvement PlanMotion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 CAPITAL…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Masse
April 27, 2026: Approve the Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Improvement Plan
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN.
Yes: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerAbstained: MasseThis 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. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE ABSTAIN VOTED: 4-0 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)
Apr 27Vote to Remove Article 24Motion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO VOTE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 24.Failed 1–4 · No: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, Wallner
April 27, 2026: Vote to Remove Article 24
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO VOTE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 24.
Yes: MasseNo: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, Wallner
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO VOTE TO REMOVE ARTICLE 24. MOTION BY: MR. MASSE SECONDED BY: MR. STUTO The Select Board members discussed. o Mr. Masse favored removal (articles should be actionable). o Others supported inclusion for public awareness on major cost issues. VOTED BY: MR. STUTO NAY MRS. MORRIN NAY MR. WALLNER NAY MR. O'LEARY NAY MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 1-4 (FAILED).” (Motion: Masse, second: Stuto)
Apr 27Vote to Approve and Authorize the Signing of the…Motion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO VOTE TO APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE…Failed 1–4 · No: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, Wallner
April 27, 2026: Vote to Approve and Authorize the Signing of the Letter to the House Speaker and the Senate President
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO VOTE TO APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE SIGNING OF THE LETTER TO THE HOUSE SPEAKER AND THE SENATE PRESIDENT.
Yes: MasseNo: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, Wallner
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO VOTE TO APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE SIGNING OF THE LETTER TO THE HOUSE SPEAKER AND THE SENATE PRESIDENT. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. STUTO NAY MRS. MORRIN NAY MR. WALLNER NAY MR. O'LEARY NAY MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 1-4 (FAILED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Masse)
Apr 6Approve the Change of Officers/Directors/Llc Managers and Change of…Motion: MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE CHANGE OF OFFICERS/DIRECTORS/LLC MANAGERS…Passed 4–0 · see note
April 6, 2026: Approve the Change of Officers/Directors/Llc Managers and Change of Ownership Interest for the All Alcohol Packge Store License Issued to Eastgates Wil-Nr LLC D/B/A Eastgate Liquors, 20 Main...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE CHANGE OF OFFICERS/DIRECTORS/LLC MANAGERS AND CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP INTEREST FOR THE ALL ALCOHOL PACKGE STORE LICENSE ISSUED TO EASTGATES WIL-NR LLC D/B/A EASTGATE LIQUORS, 20 MAIN STREET C SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS.
Yes: Morrin, O'Leary, Stuto, WallnerThe roll call lists Nicholas Masse as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE CHANGE OF OFFICERS/DIRECTORS/LLC MANAGERS AND CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP INTEREST FOR THE ALL ALCOHOL PACKGE STORE LICENSE ISSUED TO EASTGATES WIL-NR LLC D/B/A EASTGATE LIQUORS, 20 MAIN STREET C SUBJECT TO ALL REGULATORY DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS. MOTION BY: MRS. MORRIN SECONDED BY: MR. WALLNER VOTED BY: MR. STUTO AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE ABSENT VOTED: 4-0 (PASSED).” (Motion: Morrin, second: Wallner)
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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