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February 26, 2018
32 recorded votes, 8 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Paul R. DiNocco, Peter J. May, Mehreen N. Butt, Edward F. Dombroski, Brian E. Falvey, Anthony Longo, Ann McGonigle Santos
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Selectwoman Santos arrived.
Every vote, in order
Executive Session -Litigation
Go in to executive session
Selectman Falvey motioned to go in to executive session. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all six members voting in the affirmative.
Yes: Butt, DiNocco, Dombroski, Falvey, Longo, MayThe minutes say “Selectwoman Santos arrived”. The count (6-0) matches the 6 other members present, so they are shown voting yes and Ann McGonigle Santos is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectman Falvey motioned to go in to executive session. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all six members voting in the affirmative..” (Motion: Falvey, second: Longo)
Public Participation
Approve the minutes of February 12, 2018 as presented
There was no one present for Public Participation Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the minutes of February 12, 2018 as presented. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
Yes: Butt, DiNocco, Dombroski, Falvey, Longo, MayThe minutes say “Selectwoman Santos arrived”. The count (6-0-0) matches the 6 other members present, so they are shown voting yes and Ann McGonigle Santos is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“There was no one present for Public Participation Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the minutes of February 12, 2018 as presented. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: Longo)
Approval of Minutes -Regular
Approve the minutes of February 16, 2018 as presented
Selectman May motioned to approve the minutes of February 16, 2018 as presented. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
Yes: Butt, DiNocco, Dombroski, Falvey, Longo, MayThe minutes say “Selectwoman Santos arrived”. The count (6-0-0) matches the 6 other members present, so they are shown voting yes and Ann McGonigle Santos is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectman May motioned to approve the minutes of February 16, 2018 as presented. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: May, second: Longo)
Presentation / Action Items -Annual Town Meeting
Set the date for the Annual Town Meeting as May 7, 2018
Selectman May motioned to set the date for the Annual Town Meeting as May 7, 2018. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
Yes: Butt, DiNocco, Dombroski, Falvey, Longo, MayThe minutes say “Selectwoman Santos arrived”. The count (6-0-0) matches the 6 other members present, so they are shown voting yes and Ann McGonigle Santos is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectman May motioned to set the date for the Annual Town Meeting as May 7, 2018. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: May, second: Longo)
Open the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Selectman May motioned to open the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
Yes: Butt, DiNocco, Dombroski, Falvey, Longo, MayThe minutes say “Selectwoman Santos arrived”. The count (6-0-0) matches the 6 other members present, so they are shown voting yes and Ann McGonigle Santos is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectman May motioned to open the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: May, second: Longo)
Set the close date of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as March 30, 2018
Selectman May motioned to set the close date of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as March 30, 2018. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 6- 0-0.
Yes: Butt, DiNocco, Dombroski, Falvey, Longo, MayThe minutes say “Selectwoman Santos arrived”. The count (6-0-0) matches the 6 other members present, so they are shown voting yes and Ann McGonigle Santos is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Selectman May motioned to set the close date of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as March 30, 2018. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 6- 0-0..” (Motion: May, second: Dombroski)
Presentation / Action Item - Hiring of LSP
Retain the services of O'Reilly, Talbot & Okun, Inc. for the matter of The Woods, LLC
Selectman Longo motioned to retain the services of O'Reilly, Talbot & Okun, Inc. for the matter of The Woods, LLC. Selectman May seconded. Motion passed 7- 0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Longo motioned to retain the services of O'Reilly, Talbot & Okun, Inc. for the matter of The Woods, LLC. Selectman May seconded. Motion passed 7- 0-0..” (Motion: Longo, second: May)
Presentation / Action Item - Zoning Referral
Refer the Zoning Board of Appeals article to the Planning Board
Selectman Falvey motioned to refer the Zoning Board of Appeals article to the Planning Board. Selectman May seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Falvey motioned to refer the Zoning Board of Appeals article to the Planning Board. Selectman May seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: May)
Presentation / Action Item - RFP Ice Skating Rink
Advertise for Request for Proposals for the construction of and leasing of land off of Hemlock Road for a potential Ice Skating Rink
Selectwoman Santos motioned to advertise for Request for Proposals for the construction of and leasing of land off of Hemlock Road for a potential Ice Skating Rink. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Santos motioned to advertise for Request for Proposals for the construction of and leasing of land off of Hemlock Road for a potential Ice Skating Rink. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Santos, second: Longo)
Presentation / Action Item - Public Hearing - Las Chivas, Inc.
Open the Public Hearing for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street for an all alcohol liquor license, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License
Selectman Dombroski motioned to open the Public Hearing for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street for an all alcohol liquor license, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all seven members voting in the affirmative.
From the minutes
“Selectman Dombroski motioned to open the Public Hearing for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street for an all alcohol liquor license, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all seven members voting in the affirmative..” (Motion: Dombroski, second: Falvey)
Approve the All Alcohol Liquor License for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas
After a presentation by Attorney McGrail, Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the All Alcohol Liquor License for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas. Selectman Longo seconded. Motioned passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“After a presentation by Attorney McGrail, Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the All Alcohol Liquor License for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas. Selectman Longo seconded. Motioned passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: Longo)
Approve the hours for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. seven days a week
Selectman Dombroski motioned to approve the hours for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. seven days a week. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Dombroski motioned to approve the hours for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. seven days a week. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Dombroski, second: Falvey)
The issuance of an All Alcohol Liquor License to Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street is not detrimental to the educational and spiritual activities of schools or churches within 500...
Selectman Longo motioned that the issuance of an All Alcohol Liquor License to Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street is not detrimental to the educational and spiritual activities of schools or churches within 500 feet of the licensed premises. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Longo motioned that the issuance of an All Alcohol Liquor License to Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street is not detrimental to the educational and spiritual activities of schools or churches within 500 feet of the licensed premises. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Longo, second: Falvey)
Approve the Common Victualler Application for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street
Selectwoman Santos motioned to approve the Common Victualler Application for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Santos motioned to approve the Common Victualler Application for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Santos, second: Dombroski)
Approve the Entertainment Application for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street
Selectwoman Santos motioned to approve the Entertainment Application for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Santos motioned to approve the Entertainment Application for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas at 979 Main Street. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Santos, second: Dombroski)
Close the Public Hearing for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas
Selectwoman Santos motioned to close the Public Hearing for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all seven members voting in the affirmative.
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Santos motioned to close the Public Hearing for Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all seven members voting in the affirmative..” (Motion: Santos, second: Longo)
Presentation / Action Item -Public Hearing -CMRG, LLC
Open the Public Hearing for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue for an all alcohol liquor license, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License
Selectwoman Santos motioned to open the Public Hearing for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue for an all alcohol liquor license, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all seven members voting in the affirmative.
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Santos motioned to open the Public Hearing for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue for an all alcohol liquor license, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all seven members voting in the affirmative..” (Motion: Santos, second: Falvey)
Approve the All Alcohol Liquor License for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno
After a presentation by Attorney McGrail, Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the All Alcohol Liquor License for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno. Selectman Longo seconded. Motioned passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“After a presentation by Attorney McGrail, Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the All Alcohol Liquor License for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno. Selectman Longo seconded. Motioned passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: Longo)
Approve the hours for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m
After a lengthy discussion regarding the operation hours of the establishment Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the hours for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. Sundays; 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 6-0-1 with Selectman DiNocco abstaining.
Yes: Butt, Dombroski, Falvey, Longo, May, SantosAbstained: DiNocco
From the minutes
“After a lengthy discussion regarding the operation hours of the establishment Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the hours for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. Sundays; 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 6-0-1 with Selectman DiNocco abstaining..” (Motion: Falvey, second: Dombroski)
The issuance of an All Alcohol Liquor License to CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue is not detrimental to the educational and spiritual activities of schools or churches within 500 feet of...
Selectman Falvey motioned that the issuance of an All Alcohol Liquor License to CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue is not detrimental to the educational and spiritual activities of schools or churches within 500 feet of the licensed premises. Selectman May seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Falvey motioned that the issuance of an All Alcohol Liquor License to CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue is not detrimental to the educational and spiritual activities of schools or churches within 500 feet of the licensed premises. Selectman May seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: May)
Approve the Common Victualler Application for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue
Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the Common Victualler Application for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the Common Victualler Application for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: Dombroski)
Approve the Entertainment Application for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue
Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the Entertainment Application for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the Entertainment Application for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno at 175 North Avenue. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: Dombroski)
Close the Public Hearing for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno
Selectman May motioned to close the Public Hearing for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all seven members voting in the affirmative.
From the minutes
“Selectman May motioned to close the Public Hearing for CMRG, LLC d/b/a Tonno. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed on a roll call vote with all seven members voting in the affirmative..” (Motion: May, second: Dombroski)
Presentation / Action Item -Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas -Operating Hours
Amend the change the operating hours of Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m
After a lengthy discussion regarding changing all the operating hours of liquor establishments in Wakefield to closing at 1:00 a.m., Selectman Dombroski motioned to amend the change the operating hours of Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. Sundays; 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Selectwoman Butt seconded. Motion passed 6-0-1 with Selectman DiNocco abstaining.
Yes: Butt, Dombroski, Falvey, Longo, May, SantosAbstained: DiNocco
From the minutes
“After a lengthy discussion regarding changing all the operating hours of liquor establishments in Wakefield to closing at 1:00 a.m., Selectman Dombroski motioned to amend the change the operating hours of Las Chivas, Inc. d/b/a Tequilas from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. Sundays; 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Selectwoman Butt seconded. Motion passed 6-0-1 with Selectman DiNocco abstaining..” (Motion: Dombroski, second: Butt)
Joint Meeting - Wakefield Municipal Gas and Light Commissioner s
Nominate Rafael McDonald
Selectman Longo motioned to nominate Rafael McDonald. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed with both Boards voting unanimously.
From the minutes
“Selectman Longo motioned to nominate Rafael McDonald. Selectman Dombroski seconded. Motion passed with both Boards voting unanimously..” (Motion: Longo, second: Dombroski)
Presentation / Action Item - Centralized Voting
Authorize the Town Clerk to centralize voting at the Galvin Middle School
Selectman Falvey motioned to authorize the Town Clerk to centralize voting at the Galvin Middle School. Selectman May seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Falvey motioned to authorize the Town Clerk to centralize voting at the Galvin Middle School. Selectman May seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: May)
Presentation / Action Items -Budgets
Approve the Police Department Budget in the amount of $5,710,415.00 as presented by Town Accountant Kevin Gill and Police Chief Richard E. Smith
Selectman Longo motioned to approve the Police Department Budget in the amount of $5,710,415.00 as presented by Town Accountant Kevin Gill and Police Chief Richard E. Smith. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Longo motioned to approve the Police Department Budget in the amount of $5,710,415.00 as presented by Town Accountant Kevin Gill and Police Chief Richard E. Smith. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Longo, second: Falvey)
Approve the Fire Department Budget in the amount of $5,311,458.00 as presented by Town Accountant Kevin Gill and Fire Chief Michael Sullivan
Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the Fire Department Budget in the amount of $5,311,458.00 as presented by Town Accountant Kevin Gill and Fire Chief Michael Sullivan. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the Fire Department Budget in the amount of $5,311,458.00 as presented by Town Accountant Kevin Gill and Fire Chief Michael Sullivan. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: Longo)
Approve the Emergency Management Budget in the amount of $73,000.00 as presented by Town Accountant Kevin Gill and Emergency Management Director Thomas Walsh
Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the Emergency Management Budget in the amount of $73,000.00 as presented by Town Accountant Kevin Gill and Emergency Management Director Thomas Walsh. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectman Falvey motioned to approve the Emergency Management Budget in the amount of $73,000.00 as presented by Town Accountant Kevin Gill and Emergency Management Director Thomas Walsh. Selectman Longo seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Falvey, second: Longo)
Changes
Approve the Ballot Question and Summary and direct the Town Clerk file same and place on the April 24, 2018 ballot
Selectwoman Santos motioned to approve the Ballot Question and Summary and direct the Town Clerk file same and place on the April 24, 2018 ballot. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Santos motioned to approve the Ballot Question and Summary and direct the Town Clerk file same and place on the April 24, 2018 ballot. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Santos, second: Falvey)
Approve the proposed Charter Amendments and mail to each residence of one or more registered voters no later than two (2) weeks before the election
Selectwoman Santos motioned to approve the proposed Charter Amendments and mail to each residence of one or more registered voters no later than two (2) weeks before the election. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.
From the minutes
“Selectwoman Santos motioned to approve the proposed Charter Amendments and mail to each residence of one or more registered voters no later than two (2) weeks before the election. Selectman Falvey seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0..” (Motion: Santos, second: Falvey)
Adjournment
Adjourn
Selectman Falvey motioned to adjourn. Selectwoman Santos seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0
From the minutes
“Selectman Falvey motioned to adjourn. Selectwoman Santos seconded. Motion passed 7-0-0.” (Motion: Falvey, second: Santos)
From the Wakefield Town Council’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Town Council). We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no member photos): Jonathan Chines from his own Wakefield Patch posts (2026); Stacey Constas (2025), John Crisley (2025, captioned group photo) and Ami Ruehrwein Wall (April 2026 WCAT candidate forum screenshot) from the Wakefield Daily Item; Douglas Butler and John Carney from WCAT’s 2024 candidate interview photos (Barbara Worley); Brian Fox from WCAT’s board page (2021). All cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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