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Wilmington Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting

October 22, 2018

13 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Gregory B. Bendel, Kevin A. Caira, Edward P. Loud, Michael V. McCoy, Jonathan R. Eaton

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Enter Executive Session for the purpose of discussing negotiations with Jeffrey Hull, Town Manager, over the terms of a potential employment agreement in accordance with M. G. L. Chapter 30A...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made and duly seconded and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen enter Executive Session for the purpose of discussing negotiations with Jeffrey Hull, Town Manager, over the terms of a potential employment agreement in accordance with M. G. L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)2 and further for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to litigation involving New England Transrail with respect to their petition before the Federal Surface Transportation Board in accordance with M. G. L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's position, and further to approve Executive Session minutes from October 9, 2018 (PRIOR) and October 9, 2018 (POST) in Accordance with G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 22 with the intention to return to open session,

From the minutes

“A motion was made and duly seconded and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen enter Executive Session for the purpose of discussing negotiations with Jeffrey Hull, Town Manager, over the terms of a potential employment agreement in accordance with M. G. L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)2 and further for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to litigation involving New England Transrail with respect to their petition before the Federal Surface Transportation Board in accordance with M. G. L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's position, and further to approve Executive Session minutes from October 9, 2018 (PRIOR) and October 9, 2018 (POST) in Accordance with G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 22 with the intention to return to open session,.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Accept Treasury Warrants 15, 15A, 16 & 16A

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen accept Treasury Warrants 15, 15A, 16 & 16A.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen accept Treasury Warrants 15, 15A, 16 & 16A..” (Motion: Bendel, second: Loud)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the minutes of their meeting held October 9, 2018 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed

Minutes, page 1

Approve minutesPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held October 9, 2018 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held October 9, 2018 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed..” (Motion: Bendel, second: Loud)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Grant the request of the Fourth of July Committee to use the Town Common on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of the Tree Lighting Ceremony

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen grant the request of the Fourth of July Committee to use the Town Common on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of the Tree Lighting Ceremony.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen grant the request of the Fourth of July Committee to use the Town Common on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of the Tree Lighting Ceremony..” (Motion: Bendel, second: Eaton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Provide informed written consent to Michael J. Newhouse to represent Eames Street Member LLC and that the Board reserve their right to revisit this matter should other facts or information arise...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 4–0

A motion was made by Selectman Loud, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of four with Selectman McCoy abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen provide informed written consent to Michael J. Newhouse to represent Eames Street Member LLC and that the Board reserve their right to revisit this matter should other facts or information arise that may cause a concern.

Yes: Bendel, Caira, Eaton, LoudAbstained: McCoy

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Loud, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of four with Selectman McCoy abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen provide informed written consent to Michael J. Newhouse to represent Eames Street Member LLC and that the Board reserve their right to revisit this matter should other facts or information arise that may cause a concern..” (Motion: Loud, second: Bendel)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve and execute the Town Manager's Employment Agreement

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Eaton seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve and execute the Town Manager's Employment Agreement.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Eaton seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve and execute the Town Manager's Employment Agreement..” (Motion: Eaton, second: Loud)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Sign the Warrant for the State Election to be held Tuesday, November 6, 2018

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Loud, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen sign the Warrant for the State Election to be held Tuesday, November 6, 2018.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Loud, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen sign the Warrant for the State Election to be held Tuesday, November 6, 2018..” (Motion: Loud, second: Eaton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Appoint Karin Bloom, Julia Sbraccia-Marios, Maria Burns, Nicole Vitale and Judith Perry to serve as Election Workers for the Town of Wilmington

Minutes, page 10

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Bendel seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen appoint Karin Bloom, Julia Sbraccia-Marios, Maria Burns, Nicole Vitale and Judith Perry to serve as Election Workers for the Town of Wilmington.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen appoint Karin Bloom, Julia Sbraccia-Marios, Maria Burns, Nicole Vitale and Judith Perry to serve as Election Workers for the Town of Wilmington..” (Motion: Bendel, second: Eaton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Approve the request of Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services that the Town Common be illuminated in green during the month of November and further to authorize the use of Town Common on...

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services that the Town Common be illuminated in green during the month of November and further to authorize the use of Town Common on Sunday, November 11, 2018 for the purpose of Veterans' Day Observance.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services that the Town Common be illuminated in green during the month of November and further to authorize the use of Town Common on Sunday, November 11, 2018 for the purpose of Veterans' Day Observance..” (Motion: Bendel, second: Loud)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Approve the request of Wilmington Rotary Club to post "1978/6" signs at Wilmington Common, Swain Green, Wilmington Library, Fourth of July Building, Rotary Park, Whitefield Site, Wilmington Town...

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Loud, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Wilmington Rotary Club to post "1978/6" signs at Wilmington Common, Swain Green, Wilmington Library, Fourth of July Building, Rotary Park, Whitefield Site, Wilmington Town Hall and Yentile Park for a period of one month.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Loud, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Wilmington Rotary Club to post "1978/6" signs at Wilmington Common, Swain Green, Wilmington Library, Fourth of July Building, Rotary Park, Whitefield Site, Wilmington Town Hall and Yentile Park for a period of one month..” (Motion: Loud, second: Bendel)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Appoint Judi Hughes and Holly Popeo as members of the Council for the Arts for a term to expire April 30, 2020

Minutes, page 11

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman McCoy, seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen appoint Judi Hughes and Holly Popeo as members of the Council for the Arts for a term to expire April 30, 2020.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman McCoy, seconded by Selectman Loud and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen appoint Judi Hughes and Holly Popeo as members of the Council for the Arts for a term to expire April 30, 2020..” (Motion: McCoy, second: Loud)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Approve the request of We're One Wilmington to place signs on Town Common for the Festival of Trees subject to a maximum of two on each side of the Town Common

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Loud, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of We're One Wilmington to place signs on Town Common for the Festival of Trees subject to a maximum of two on each side of the Town Common.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Loud, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of We're One Wilmington to place signs on Town Common for the Festival of Trees subject to a maximum of two on each side of the Town Common..” (Motion: Loud, second: Eaton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen adjourn.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen adjourn..” (Motion: Eaton, second: McCoy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

From the Wilmington Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Town Manager – Select Board minutes page. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Town of Wilmington Annual Town Reports (captioned Select Board photos) — 2023 report: Kevin Caira, Gary DePalma, Lilia Maselli and Frank West; 2025 report: Jacob Gearwar. Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.

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