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June 15, 2026
17 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Richard Wallner, Stephen O'Leary, Nicholas Masse, Charles Tyler, Catherine Morrin
Absent: None
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 and the Chair Declares That an Open Meeting May Have...
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 AND THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE POSITION OF THE TOWN (REPUBLIC SERVICES) SUBSECTION 6 - TO CONSIDER THE PURCHASE, EXCHANGE, LEASE OR VALUE OF REAL PROPERTY AND THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE NEGOTIATING POSITION OF THE PUBLIC BODY (73-75 MAIN STREET; 84-86 MAIN STREET; RIVERSIDE DRIVE PARCEL) SUBSECTION 7 - TO COMPLY WITH, OR ACT UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF, ANY GENERAL OR SPECIAL LAW OR FEDERAL GRANT-IN-AID REQUIREMENTS (MGL CHAPTER 30A, SECTION 22(F), (G) (2) TO REVIEW THE SELECT BOARD EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING MINUTES FROM THE FOLLOWING DATE(S): (5/04/2026, 5/18/2026, 5/20/2026, and 6/1/2026) AND TO ADMIT: LAURIANNE GALVIN, FINANCE DIRECTOR JOSEPH PARISI, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS DONALD STATS, FIRE CHIEF ABIGAIL HURLBUT, FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR JON EICHMAN, KP LAW, TOWN COUNSEL
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 AND THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE POSITION OF THE TOWN (REPUBLIC SERVICES) SUBSECTION 6 - TO CONSIDER THE PURCHASE, EXCHANGE, LEASE OR VALUE OF REAL PROPERTY AND THE CHAIR DECLARES THAT AN OPEN MEETING MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE NEGOTIATING POSITION OF THE PUBLIC BODY (73-75 MAIN STREET; 84-86 MAIN STREET; RIVERSIDE DRIVE PARCEL) SUBSECTION 7 - TO COMPLY WITH, OR ACT UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF, ANY GENERAL OR SPECIAL LAW OR FEDERAL GRANT-IN-AID REQUIREMENTS (MGL CHAPTER 30A, SECTION 22(F), (G) (2) TO REVIEW THE SELECT BOARD EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING MINUTES FROM THE FOLLOWING DATE(S): (5/04/2026, 5/18/2026, 5/20/2026, and 6/1/2026) AND TO ADMIT: LAURIANNE GALVIN, FINANCE DIRECTOR JOSEPH PARISI, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS DONALD STATS, FIRE CHIEF ABIGAIL HURLBUT, FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR JON EICHMAN, KP LAW, TOWN COUNSEL MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: O'Leary)
CALL TO ORDER OPEN SESSION
Proclaim June as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Plus Month in North Reading and to Approve the Associated Proclamation
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PROCLAIM JUNE AS LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER AND QUEER PLUS MONTH IN NORTH READING AND TO APPROVE THE ASSOCIATED PROCLAMATION.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO PROCLAIM JUNE AS LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER AND QUEER PLUS MONTH IN NORTH READING AND TO APPROVE THE ASSOCIATED PROCLAMATION. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY Mr. Tyler read the proclamation. VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: O'Leary)
Approve a 12 % Increase in Water Use Rates for Bills Issued After July 1, 2026 Subject to the Recommendation of the Water Commissioners
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE A 12 % INCREASE IN WATER USE RATES FOR BILLS ISSUED AFTER JULY 1, 2026 SUBJECT TO THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE WATER COMMISSIONERS.
Yes: Morrin, O'Leary, Tyler, WallnerNo: Masse
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE A 12 % INCREASE IN WATER USE RATES FOR BILLS ISSUED AFTER JULY 1, 2026 SUBJECT TO THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE WATER COMMISSIONERS. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Mr. Masse said that he is going to vote no as he is not agreed with the projections presented. Mr. Tyler asked, if the majority voted no, what the implications would be. The Town Administrator replied that, based on the projections, it could be a struggle to pay the bills associated with operating the enterprise, and there is a risk. Mr. Prince further explained that the primary reason for the rate increases is that next year the rate will jump from 66% of their Tier 1 rate to 95% of that rate. If the Town does not follow and match what Andover is doing, it will fall further behind. The Select Board continued the discussion. VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE NAY VOTED: 4-1 (PASSED).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Approve the Fiscal Year 2027 Water Enterprise Capital Plan
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 WATER ENTERPRISE CAPITAL PLAN.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 WATER ENTERPRISE CAPITAL PLAN. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. O'LEARY Mr. Prince provided a brief- FY 2027 Capital Plan of $200,000 & purpose for equipment (e.g.: excavator/backhoe). The Town Administrator said that it was approved under the capital budget at Town Meeting. VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: O'Leary)
APPROVE TRASH AND RECYCLING FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 AS FOLLOWS: STANDARD RESIDENTIAL FEE: $536 STANDARD MGL CH 59 SEC 5 EXEMPTION: 50% DISCOUNT*; ** SECOND TRASH BARREL UPFRONT FEE: $75***...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE TRASH AND RECYCLING FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 AS FOLLOWS: STANDARD RESIDENTIAL FEE: $536 STANDARD MGL CH 59 SEC 5 EXEMPTION: 50% DISCOUNT*; ** SECOND TRASH BARREL UPFRONT FEE: $75*** SECOND TRASH BARREL ANNUAL FEE: $275*** SECOND RECYCLING BARREL UPFRONT FEE: $75*** SECOND RECYCLING BARREL ANNUAL FEE: $0*** PRICE PER OVERFLOW BAG: $2.50 *=Residents who qualify for elderly/veteran/blind property exemptions currently receive a 50% discount. **=Residents who qualify for above will have the first option to exchange 96-gallon containers for 64-gallon containers; we will track the names of other interested residents and expand distribution as supply allows, starting with seniors. There is no discount on the annual fee if you exchange a 96-gallon container for a 64-gallon container. Call DPW at 978-664-6060 if interested. ***= Upon implementation; initial program will be single barrel. Second barrel program to be evaluated at a later date.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE TRASH AND RECYCLING FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 AS FOLLOWS: STANDARD RESIDENTIAL FEE: $536 STANDARD MGL CH 59 SEC 5 EXEMPTION: 50% DISCOUNT*; ** SECOND TRASH BARREL UPFRONT FEE: $75*** SECOND TRASH BARREL ANNUAL FEE: $275*** SECOND RECYCLING BARREL UPFRONT FEE: $75*** SECOND RECYCLING BARREL ANNUAL FEE: $0*** PRICE PER OVERFLOW BAG: $2.50 *=Residents who qualify for elderly/veteran/blind property exemptions currently receive a 50% discount. **=Residents who qualify for above will have the first option to exchange 96-gallon containers for 64-gallon containers; we will track the names of other interested residents and expand distribution as supply allows, starting with seniors. There is no discount on the annual fee if you exchange a 96-gallon container for a 64-gallon container. Call DPW at 978-664-6060 if interested. ***= Upon implementation; initial program will be single barrel. Second barrel program to be evaluated at a later date. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Approve and Sign the Intermunicipal Agreement for the Regional Housing Services Office
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE AND SIGN THE INTERMUNICIPAL AGREEMENT FOR THE REGIONAL HOUSING SERVICES OFFICE.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE AND SIGN THE INTERMUNICIPAL AGREEMENT FOR THE REGIONAL HOUSING SERVICES OFFICE. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Nominate the Following Individual to the Conservation Commission as a Full Memebr for a Term to Expire December 31, 2027. Thomas Belschner Jack Carroll Justin Griffin Gregory Racine Robin Wilson...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO NOMINATE THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL TO THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION AS A FULL MEMEBR FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2027. THOMAS BELSCHNER JACK CARROLL JUSTIN GRIFFIN GREGORY RACINE ROBIN WILSON (CURRENT ASSOCIATE MEMBER)
Each member who voted named the same choice (Robin Wilson), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO NOMINATE THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL TO THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION AS A FULL MEMEBR FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2027. THOMAS BELSCHNER JACK CARROLL JUSTIN GRIFFIN GREGORY RACINE ROBIN WILSON (CURRENT ASSOCIATE MEMBER) MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Mr. O'Leary commented. He updated about swapping terms. Elizabeth Decker who is current voting member is switching to an associate and Robin Wilson who is currently an associate member will be taking over as a voting member. He recommended Robin Wilson. VOTED BY: MR. TYLER ROBIN WILSON MRS. MORRIN ROBIN WILSON MR. WALLNER ROBIN WILSON MR. O'LEARY ROBIN WILSON MR. MASSE ROBIN WILSON VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Nominate the Following Individual to the Conservation Commission as an Associatememebr for a Term to Expire December 31, 2028 Thomas Belschner Jack Carroll Elizabeth Decker (Cureent Full Member)...
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO NOMINATE THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL TO THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION AS AN ASSOCIATEMEMEBR FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2028 THOMAS BELSCHNER JACK CARROLL ELIZABETH DECKER (CUREENT FULL MEMBER) JUSTIN GRIFFIN GREGORY RACINE
Each member who voted named the same choice (Elizabeth Decker), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO NOMINATE THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL TO THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION AS AN ASSOCIATEMEMEBR FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2028 THOMAS BELSCHNER JACK CARROLL ELIZABETH DECKER (CUREENT FULL MEMBER) JUSTIN GRIFFIN GREGORY RACINE MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Mr. O'Leary recommended Elizabeth Decker. VOTED BY: MR. TYLER ELIZABETH DECKER MRS. MORRIN ELIZABETH DECKER MR. WALLNER ELIZABETH DECKER MR. O'LEARY ELIZABETH DECKER MR. MASSE ELIZABETH DECKER VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
VETERANS EVENT COMMITTEE
Appoint the Following Individual to the Veterans Event Committee as an Asociate Member for a Term to Expire December 31, 2028. (3 Openings) Joe Malek Timothy D Corcoran
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPOINT THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL TO THE VETERANS EVENT COMMITTEE AS AN ASOCIATE MEMBER FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2028. (3 OPENINGS) JOE MALEK TIMOTHY D CORCORAN
Each member who voted named the same choice (Joe Malek), so they are shown as voting yes.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPOINT THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL TO THE VETERANS EVENT COMMITTEE AS AN ASOCIATE MEMBER FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2028. (3 OPENINGS) JOE MALEK TIMOTHY D CORCORAN MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE Mr. Masse recommended Joe Malek who was unanimously approved by the committee. VOTED BY: MR. TYLER JOE MALEK MRS. MORRIN JOE MALEK MR. WALLNER JOE MALEK MR. O'LEARY JOE MALEK MR. MASSE JOE MALEK VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Approve Legal Bills for Kp Law for the Month of March in the Amount of $34,476.81 as Follows: General $ 20,154.81 Labor $ 4,972.50 20 Ems St 40b $ 9,349.50 Total $ 34,476.81
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE LEGAL BILLS FOR KP LAW FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH IN THE AMOUNT OF $34,476.81 AS FOLLOWS: GENERAL $ 20,154.81 LABOR $ 4,972.50 20 EMS ST 40B $ 9,349.50 TOTAL $ 34,476.81
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE LEGAL BILLS FOR KP LAW FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH IN THE AMOUNT OF $34,476.81 AS FOLLOWS: GENERAL $ 20,154.81 LABOR $ 4,972.50 20 EMS ST 40B $ 9,349.50 TOTAL $ 34,476.81 MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE The Town Administrator updated about an expected need for a transfer from the reserve fund and will be preparing a request for the finance committee. VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the May 4, 2026 Meeting
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 4, 2026 MEETING.
Yes: Masse, Morrin, O'Leary, WallnerAbstained: Tyler
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 4, 2026 MEETING. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. TYLER ABSTAIN MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 4-0 (PASSED).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the May 6, 2026 Meeting
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 6, 2026 MEETING.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 6, 2026 MEETING. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the May 18, 2026 Meeting
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 18, 2026 MEETING.
Yes: Masse, O'Leary, Tyler, WallnerAbstained: Morrin
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 18, 2026 MEETING. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN ABSTAIN MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 4-0 (PASSED).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the May 20, 2026 Meeting
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 20, 2026 MEETING.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 20, 2026 MEETING. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the May 28, 2026 Meeting
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 28, 2026 MEETING.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE MAY 28, 2026 MEETING. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Approve the Regular Session Minutes for the June 1, 2026 Meeting
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE JUNE 1, 2026 MEETING.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO APPROVE THE REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FOR THE JUNE 1, 2026 MEETING. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MR. MASSE VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Masse)
Adjourn
MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ADJOURN.
From the minutes
“MR. CHAIRMAN, I MOVE TO ADJOURN. MOTION BY: MR. TYLER SECONDED BY: MRS. MORRIN VOTED BY: MR. TYLER AYE MRS. MORRIN AYE MR. WALLNER AYE MR. O'LEARY AYE MR. MASSE AYE VOTED: 5-0 (UNANIMOUS).” (Motion: Tyler, second: Morrin)
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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