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May 13, 2019
18 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Gregory B. Bendel, Kevin A. Caira, Michael V. McCoy, Jonathan R. Eaton, Jomarie F. O'Mahony
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to collective bargaining with New England Police Benevolent Association Local 101 in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A...
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 strategies with respect to collective bargaining with New England Police Benevolent Association Local 101 in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 as the Chairman declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town and to approve Executive Session minutes from April 22, 2019 in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 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 strategies with respect to collective bargaining with New England Police Benevolent Association Local 101 in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 as the Chairman declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town and to approve Executive Session minutes from April 22, 2019 in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 22 with the intention to return to open session..”
Accept Treasury Warrants 43, 43A, 44 and 44A
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 accept Treasury Warrants 43, 43A, 44 and 44A.
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 accept Treasury Warrants 43, 43A, 44 and 44A..” (Motion: Bendel, second: Eaton)
Approve the minutes of their meeting held March 25, 2019 and all actions taken are hereby ratified and confirmed
A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of three with Selectmen Eaton and O'Mahony abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held March 25, 2019 and all actions taken are hereby ratified and confirmed.
Yes: Bendel, Caira, McCoyAbstained: Eaton, O'Mahony
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of three with Selectmen Eaton and O'Mahony abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held March 25, 2019 and all actions taken are hereby ratified and confirmed..” (Motion: Bendel, second: McCoy)
Approve the minutes of their meeting held April 8, 2019 and all actions taken are hereby ratified and confirmed
A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of four with Selectman O'Mahony abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held April 8, 2019 and all actions taken are hereby ratified and confirmed.
Yes: Bendel, Caira, Eaton, McCoyAbstained: O'Mahony
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative vote of four with Selectman O'Mahony abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held April 8, 2019 and all actions taken are hereby ratified and confirmed..” (Motion: Eaton, second: Bendel)
Close the public hearing relative to the request of MSR Maintenance Corp. to place one pole on Salem Street and one pole on Anthony Avenue
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 close the public hearing relative to the request of MSR Maintenance Corp. to place one pole on Salem Street and one pole on Anthony Avenue.
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 close the public hearing relative to the request of MSR Maintenance Corp. to place one pole on Salem Street and one pole on Anthony Avenue..” (Motion: Bendel, second: McCoy)
Table further action until its meeting of May 28, 2019 to allow for a site visit by Town Engineer Paul Alunni and representatives of MSR Maintenance Corp. and further that each abutter be notified...
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 table further action until its meeting of May 28, 2019 to allow for a site visit by Town Engineer Paul Alunni and representatives of MSR Maintenance Corp. and further that each abutter be notified of the date and time of the site visit.
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 table further action until its meeting of May 28, 2019 to allow for a site visit by Town Engineer Paul Alunni and representatives of MSR Maintenance Corp. and further that each abutter be notified of the date and time of the site visit..” (Motion: Eaton, second: Bendel)
Gregory B. Bendel serve as Chairman of the Board of Selectmen
A motion was made by Chairman Caira, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That Gregory B. Bendel serve as Chairman of the Board of Selectmen.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Chairman Caira, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That Gregory B. Bendel serve as Chairman of the Board of Selectmen..” (Motion: Caira, second: Eaton)
Appoint Mark DiGiovanni as a member of the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee
A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen appoint Mark DiGiovanni as a member of the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen appoint Mark DiGiovanni as a member of the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee..” (Motion: Caira, second: McCoy)
Have one member of the Board serve on the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee
A motion having been duly made and seconded, Chairman Bendel called for the vote. The vote was Selectman Caira and Chairman Bendel in favor and Selectmen Eaton, McCoy and O'Mahony against, motion fails.
Yes: Bendel, CairaNo: Eaton, McCoy, O'MahonyKevin A. Caira moved “that one member of the Board serve on the committee”; Gregory B. Bendel seconded “for discussion.” The minutes name each member’s vote (2-3); the motion failed. Later that evening the board voted 4-1 to designate one member.
From the minutes
“A motion having been duly made and seconded, Chairman Bendel called for the vote. The vote was Selectman Caira and Chairman Bendel in favor and Selectmen Eaton, McCoy and O'Mahony against, motion fails..” (Motion: Caira, second: Bendel)
Designate one member to serve on the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee
A motion was made by Selectman McCoy and seconded by Selectman O'Mahony. Selectman Eaton noted that there were still two members interested in serving on the Committee. Chairman Bendel called for a vote and by the affirmative vote of four, with Selectman Eaton opposed, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen designate one member to serve on the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee.
Yes: Bendel, Caira, McCoy, O'MahonyNo: Eaton
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman McCoy and seconded by Selectman O'Mahony. Selectman Eaton noted that there were still two members interested in serving on the Committee. Chairman Bendel called for a vote and by the affirmative vote of four, with Selectman Eaton opposed, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen designate one member to serve on the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee..” (Motion: McCoy, second: O'Mahony)
Designate Selectman Caira to serve on the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee
A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative vote of four with Selectman McCoy abstaining, it was: VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen designate Selectman Caira to serve on the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee.
Yes: Bendel, Caira, Eaton, O'MahonyAbstained: McCoy
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative vote of four with Selectman McCoy abstaining, it was: VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen designate Selectman Caira to serve on the Indoor Recreational Facility Committee..” (Motion: Caira, second: O'Mahony)
Appoint Diane L. Giamberardino to the Council for the Arts Advisory Board for a one year term to expire April 30, 2020
A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen appoint Diane L. Giamberardino to the Council for the Arts Advisory Board for a one year term to expire April 30, 2020.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman McCoy and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen appoint Diane L. Giamberardino to the Council for the Arts Advisory Board for a one year term to expire April 30, 2020..” (Motion: Caira, second: McCoy)
Approve the request of Karen Campbell, Recreation Director, to use the Town Common and Gazebo for the summer concert series on Wednesdays, July 10, July 17, July 24 and July 31 with raindates...
A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Karen Campbell, Recreation Director, to use the Town Common and Gazebo for the summer concert series on Wednesdays, July 10, July 17, July 24 and July 31 with raindates established as Thursdays, July 11, July 18, July 25 and August 1.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Karen Campbell, Recreation Director, to use the Town Common and Gazebo for the summer concert series on Wednesdays, July 10, July 17, July 24 and July 31 with raindates established as Thursdays, July 11, July 18, July 25 and August 1..” (Motion: Eaton, second: Caira)
Grant the request of Kristen Stokes for residents of Jacobs Street to have a neighborhood block party on Saturday, June 8, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
A motion was made by Selectman O'Mahony, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen grant the request of Kristen Stokes for residents of Jacobs Street to have a neighborhood block party on Saturday, June 8, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman O'Mahony, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen grant the request of Kristen Stokes for residents of Jacobs Street to have a neighborhood block party on Saturday, June 8, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m..” (Motion: O'Mahony, second: Eaton)
Approve the request of Julie Breen and Jennifer Cushing, Co-Presidents, Friends to Field Hockey, to conduct a fundraising car wash at the municipal parking lot on Sunday, September 8, 2019 from...
A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Julie Breen and Jennifer Cushing, Co-Presidents, Friends to Field Hockey, to conduct a fundraising car wash at the municipal parking lot on Sunday, September 8, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a raindate of Sunday, September 15.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of Julie Breen and Jennifer Cushing, Co-Presidents, Friends to Field Hockey, to conduct a fundraising car wash at the municipal parking lot on Sunday, September 8, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a raindate of Sunday, September 15..” (Motion: Eaton, second: Caira)
Sign the contract for Town Counsel services for Fiscal Year 2020
A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen sign the contract for Town Counsel services for Fiscal Year 2020.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen sign the contract for Town Counsel services for Fiscal Year 2020..” (Motion: Eaton, second: Caira)
Sign the contract for Special Counsel Services for Fiscal Year 2020
A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen sign the contract for Special Counsel Services for Fiscal Year 2020.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Eaton, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen sign the contract for Special Counsel Services for Fiscal Year 2020..” (Motion: Eaton, second: O'Mahony)
Adjourn
A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony 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 Caira, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen adjourn..” (Motion: Caira, second: O'Mahony)
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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