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Wilmington Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting

March 11, 2019

13 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

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

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Enter Executive Session for Purpose 3 (MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)) to discuss strategy regarding litigation involving Tresca Brothers Sand and Gravel, Inc. and Lehigh Northeast Cement Company...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 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 Purpose 3 (MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)) to discuss strategy regarding litigation involving Tresca Brothers Sand and Gravel, Inc. and Lehigh Northeast Cement Company 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 Purpose 3 (MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)) to discuss strategy regarding litigation involving Tresca Brothers Sand and Gravel, Inc. and Lehigh Northeast Cement Company with the intention to return to open session..”

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

Accept Treasury Warrants 35, 35A, 36 and 36A

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

A motion was made by Selectman Eaton seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen accept Treasury Warrants 35, 35A, 36 and 36A.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Eaton seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen accept Treasury Warrants 35, 35A, 36 and 36A..” (Motion: Eaton, second: Bendel)

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

Close the public hearing relative to the acceptance of streets at Town Meeting

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing relative to the acceptance of streets at Town Meeting.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing relative to the acceptance of streets at Town Meeting..” (Motion: Eaton, second: Bendel)

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

Initiate the street acceptance process with regard to Mink Run Road and Pomfret Road

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

A motion was made by Selectman McCoy, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen initiate the street acceptance process with regard to Mink Run Road and Pomfret Road.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman McCoy, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen initiate the street acceptance process with regard to Mink Run Road and Pomfret Road..” (Motion: McCoy, second: Bendel)

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

Close and sign the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting scheduled for Saturday, May 4, 2019

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 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 close and sign the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting scheduled for Saturday, May 4, 2019.

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 close and sign the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting scheduled for Saturday, May 4, 2019..” (Motion: Eaton, second: McCoy)

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

Determine that Daniel Veerman's ownership of property near the carnival site is not so substantial as to likely affect him from impartially acting on the special permit application submitted by...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 3–0

A motion was made by Chairman Caira, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen determine that Daniel Veerman's ownership of property near the carnival site is not so substantial as to likely affect him from impartially acting on the special permit application submitted by the Fourth of July Committee.

Yes: Bendel, Caira, McCoyThe minutes say “Selectman Eaton recused himself and left the room noting his past professional relationship with Mr.” before this vote on this agenda item; Jonathan R. Eaton is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Chairman Caira, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen determine that Daniel Veerman's ownership of property near the carnival site is not so substantial as to likely affect him from impartially acting on the special permit application submitted by the Fourth of July Committee..” (Motion: Caira, second: Bendel)

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

Sign the license agreement for Wilmington Farmers Market

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

A motion was made by Chairman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen sign the license agreement for Wilmington Farmers Market.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Chairman Bendel, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen sign the license agreement for Wilmington Farmers Market..” (Motion: Bendel, second: Eaton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the request that the Town Common be illuminated in blue during the month of April in observance of Autism Awareness Month

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request that the Town Common be illuminated in blue during the month of April in observance of Autism Awareness Month.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request that the Town Common be illuminated in blue during the month of April in observance of Autism Awareness Month..” (Motion: Bendel, second: McCoy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Authorize the installation of stop signs to be located at Grace Drive at Shawsheen Avenue; Melody Lane at Shawsheen Avenue; Reed Street at Shawsheen Avenue and Harold Avenue at Shawsheen Avenue

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 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 authorize the installation of stop signs to be located at Grace Drive at Shawsheen Avenue; Melody Lane at Shawsheen Avenue; Reed Street at Shawsheen Avenue and Harold Avenue at Shawsheen Avenue.

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 authorize the installation of stop signs to be located at Grace Drive at Shawsheen Avenue; Melody Lane at Shawsheen Avenue; Reed Street at Shawsheen Avenue and Harold Avenue at Shawsheen Avenue..” (Motion: Bendel, second: Eaton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Endorse Special Speed Regulation #7015-A (Hopkins Street) and #385-D (Shawsheen Avenue & Richmond Street)

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

A motion was made by Selectman McCoy, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen endorse Special Speed Regulation #7015-A (Hopkins Street) and #385-D (Shawsheen Avenue & Richmond Street).

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman McCoy, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen endorse Special Speed Regulation #7015-A (Hopkins Street) and #385-D (Shawsheen Avenue & Richmond Street)..” (Motion: McCoy, second: Bendel)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Endorse the Shawsheen Avenue/Hopkins Street School Zone

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen endorse the Shawsheen Avenue/Hopkins Street School Zone.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen endorse the Shawsheen Avenue/Hopkins Street School Zone..” (Motion: Bendel, second: McCoy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the request of Michael Murphy to fly the "Donate Life" flag at Wilmington Town Hall in recognition of April being National Organ Donor month

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 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 approve the request of Michael Murphy to fly the "Donate Life" flag at Wilmington Town Hall in recognition of April being National Organ Donor month.

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 approve the request of Michael Murphy to fly the "Donate Life" flag at Wilmington Town Hall in recognition of April being National Organ Donor month..” (Motion: Bendel, second: Eaton)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (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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