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June 13, 2022
15 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Mehreen N. Butt, Jonathan P. Chines, Edward F. Dombroski, Michael J. McLane, Julie Smith-Galvin, Robert E. Vincent
Absent: Anne P. Danehy
Every vote, in order
Approval of Minutes
Approve the May 9th, 2022 Town Council meeting minutes as proposed
Approval of Minutes: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the May 9th, 2022 Town Council meeting minutes as proposed. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Approval of Minutes: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the May 9th, 2022 Town Council meeting minutes as proposed. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Approve the June 6th, 2022 Town Council meeting minutes as proposed
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the June 6th, 2022 Town Council meeting minutes as proposed. Julie Smith- Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the June 6th, 2022 Town Council meeting minutes as proposed. Julie Smith- Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Fourth of July Parade
Approve the request for the Fourth of July parade
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the request for the Fourth of July parade. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the request for the Fourth of July parade. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Licenses
Approve the request of Catherine McDonald for an Entertainment License for Plaza Jazz at the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays from June 2022 through...
Licenses: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the request of Catherine McDonald for an Entertainment License for Plaza Jazz at the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays from June 2022 through September 2022. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Licenses: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the request of Catherine McDonald for an Entertainment License for Plaza Jazz at the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays from June 2022 through September 2022. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Approve the request from Eric Perez Ruiz for a Common Victualler License for Eliz Muni Market Inc. located at 12 Vernon Street
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the request from Eric Perez Ruiz for a Common Victualler License for Eliz Muni Market Inc. located at 12 Vernon Street. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the request from Eric Perez Ruiz for a Common Victualler License for Eliz Muni Market Inc. located at 12 Vernon Street. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Extend the date to December 10th, 2022 on the licenses for House Bear Brewing and Aaronap Cellars to include the winter markets
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to extend the date to December 10th, 2022 on the licenses for House Bear Brewing and Aaronap Cellars to include the winter markets. Julie Smith- Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to extend the date to December 10th, 2022 on the licenses for House Bear Brewing and Aaronap Cellars to include the winter markets. Julie Smith- Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Flag Policy Update
Accept the Use of Flag Poles on Town Property Policy as presented by Town Counsel Mullen
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to accept the Use of Flag Poles on Town Property Policy as presented by Town Counsel Mullen. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Edward F. Dombroski, Jr. commented that something does not feel quite right about stating town flag poles not being intended as a forum for free expression by the public. It isn't a form of free public expression but in essence for individuals who happen to be elected onto the Town Council at any given time are voting to express the official town sentiment. Motion passed 5-1-0 with Julie Smith-Galvin, Michael J. McLane, Robert E. Vincent II, Jonathan P. Chines and Mehreen N. Butt voting in favor of the motion. Edward F. Dombroski, Jr. voting against the motion stating we don't have a policy here amongst this body about how to select what flag we would or would not fly.
Yes: Butt, Chines, McLane, Smith-Galvin, VincentNo: Dombroski
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to accept the Use of Flag Poles on Town Property Policy as presented by Town Counsel Mullen. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Edward F. Dombroski, Jr. commented that something does not feel quite right about stating town flag poles not being intended as a forum for free expression by the public. It isn't a form of free public expression but in essence for individuals who happen to be elected onto the Town Council at any given time are voting to express the official town sentiment. Motion passed 5-1-0 with Julie Smith-Galvin, Michael J. McLane, Robert E. Vincent II, Jonathan P. Chines and Mehreen N. Butt voting in favor of the motion. Edward F. Dombroski, Jr. voting against the motion stating we don't have a policy here amongst this body about how to select what flag we would or would not fly..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Appointments
Appoint Daniel Lieber, Alexandra Makarewicz, Lisa Cutulle, Eric Reid, Timothy Lilley, Joseph Pride, Lucy Fox, Ann McGonigle Santos, Katherine Howitt, Kevin York to the Bylaw Review Committee for a...
Appointments: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to appoint Daniel Lieber, Alexandra Makarewicz, Lisa Cutulle, Eric Reid, Timothy Lilley, Joseph Pride, Lucy Fox, Ann McGonigle Santos, Katherine Howitt, Kevin York to the Bylaw Review Committee for a term to end upon completion of their recommendations to Town Meeting. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Appointments: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to appoint Daniel Lieber, Alexandra Makarewicz, Lisa Cutulle, Eric Reid, Timothy Lilley, Joseph Pride, Lucy Fox, Ann McGonigle Santos, Katherine Howitt, Kevin York to the Bylaw Review Committee for a term to end upon completion of their recommendations to Town Meeting. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Appoint Charles Ciccone to the Recreation Commission to fill an unexpired term through April 30th, 2024
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to appoint Charles Ciccone to the Recreation Commission to fill an unexpired term through April 30th, 2024. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motioned passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to appoint Charles Ciccone to the Recreation Commission to fill an unexpired term through April 30th, 2024. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motioned passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Appoint Elizabeth Menjivar, Vanessa, Westlake, Juliana Spaulding, Matthew O'Brien, Ali Zain Al-Abideen Atoui, Thomas Berinato, Alla Othman, Paige Arkinstall, Ahmed Othman, Madeline Naper and Sadie...
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to appoint Elizabeth Menjivar, Vanessa, Westlake, Juliana Spaulding, Matthew O'Brien, Ali Zain Al-Abideen Atoui, Thomas Berinato, Alla Othman, Paige Arkinstall, Ahmed Othman, Madeline Naper and Sadie Lominac to the Youth Council with terms ending June 30th, 2023. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 5-0-1 with Edward F. Dombroski, Jr.; Michael J. McLane; Julie Smith-Galvin; Robert E. Vincent II and Mehreen N. Butt voting in favor of the motion. Jonathan P. Chines abstained from the vote.
Yes: Butt, Dombroski, McLane, Smith-Galvin, VincentAbstained: Chines
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to appoint Elizabeth Menjivar, Vanessa, Westlake, Juliana Spaulding, Matthew O'Brien, Ali Zain Al-Abideen Atoui, Thomas Berinato, Alla Othman, Paige Arkinstall, Ahmed Othman, Madeline Naper and Sadie Lominac to the Youth Council with terms ending June 30th, 2023. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 5-0-1 with Edward F. Dombroski, Jr.; Michael J. McLane; Julie Smith-Galvin; Robert E. Vincent II and Mehreen N. Butt voting in favor of the motion. Jonathan P. Chines abstained from the vote..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Approve the request to advertise for a Veteran Advisory Board member due to a resignation
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the request to advertise for a Veteran Advisory Board member due to a resignation. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the request to advertise for a Veteran Advisory Board member due to a resignation. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Donations
Accept and expend a gift or gifts to the Town of Wakefield in the amount of $77,568.03 from The NRP Group LLC with thanks to be used for infrastructure improvements to Foundry Street and Maple...
Donations: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to accept and expend a gift or gifts to the Town of Wakefield in the amount of $77,568.03 from The NRP Group LLC with thanks to be used for infrastructure improvements to Foundry Street and Maple Street by the Town of Wakefield as detailed in the estimate. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Donations: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to accept and expend a gift or gifts to the Town of Wakefield in the amount of $77,568.03 from The NRP Group LLC with thanks to be used for infrastructure improvements to Foundry Street and Maple Street by the Town of Wakefield as detailed in the estimate. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Accept and expend a gift or gifts in the amount of $850.00 to the Library from various donors with thanks
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to accept and expend a gift or gifts in the amount of $850.00 to the Library from various donors with thanks. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to accept and expend a gift or gifts in the amount of $850.00 to the Library from various donors with thanks. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Matters Not Anticipated for Agenda
Approve the acceptance of the sidewalk easement on Foundry Street as proposed by Town Counsel Mullen
Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the acceptance of the sidewalk easement on Foundry Street as proposed by Town Counsel Mullen. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Jonathan P. Chines motioned to approve the acceptance of the sidewalk easement on Foundry Street as proposed by Town Counsel Mullen. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
Adjournment
Adjourn
Adjournment: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to adjourn at 8:53 p.m. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0.
From the minutes
“Adjournment: Jonathan P. Chines motioned to adjourn at 8:53 p.m. Julie Smith-Galvin seconded. Motion passed 6-0-0..” (Motion: Chines, second: Smith-Galvin)
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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