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October 28, 2019
9 recorded votes, 1 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 strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Local 101 (Dispatchers) in accordance with...
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 strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Local 101 (Dispatchers) in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town and the Chairman so declares and further to approve Executive Session minutes from April 8, 2019, July 8, 2019, September 9, 2019 (PRIOR), September 9, 2019 (POST) and October 15, 2019 in accordance with MGL Ch. 30A, Sec. 22
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 strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the New England Police Benevolent Association, Local 101 (Dispatchers) in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town and the Chairman so declares and further to approve Executive Session minutes from April 8, 2019, July 8, 2019, September 9, 2019 (PRIOR), September 9, 2019 (POST) and October 15, 2019 in accordance with MGL Ch. 30A, Sec. 22.”
Accept Treasury Warrants 16, 16A, 17 and 17A
A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen accept Treasury Warrants 16, 16A, 17 and 17A.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen accept Treasury Warrants 16, 16A, 17 and 17A..” (Motion: Caira, second: Eaton)
Approve the minutes of their meeting held March 12, 2018 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed
A motion was made by Selectman Caira and was seconded by Selectman McCoy for the purpose of discussion. Selectman McCoy asked about the length of time for the minutes to be completed and was reminded that at the end of October three employees of the Town Manager's office left the Town's employ and the recording secretary was tasked with additional responsibilities including payroll. There being no further questions 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 12, 2018 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed.
Yes: Bendel, Caira, McCoyAbstained: Eaton, O'Mahony
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Caira and was seconded by Selectman McCoy for the purpose of discussion. Selectman McCoy asked about the length of time for the minutes to be completed and was reminded that at the end of October three employees of the Town Manager's office left the Town's employ and the recording secretary was tasked with additional responsibilities including payroll. There being no further questions 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 12, 2018 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed..” (Motion: Caira, second: McCoy)
Approve the minutes of their meeting held June 24, 2019 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed
A motion was made by Selectman McCoy, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held June 24, 2019 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman McCoy, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held June 24, 2019 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed..” (Motion: McCoy, second: O'Mahony)
Approve the request of Girl Scout Troop 62457 to locate a community garden on Town property identified by the Department of Public Works and located between the dog park and Route 38
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 approve the request of Girl Scout Troop 62457 to locate a community garden on Town property identified by the Department of Public Works and located between the dog park and Route 38.
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 approve the request of Girl Scout Troop 62457 to locate a community garden on Town property identified by the Department of Public Works and located between the dog park and Route 38..” (Motion: Caira, second: O'Mahony)
Approve the request of Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services, that Wilmington Town Common be illuminated in green during the month of November in support of veterans
A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman Eaton 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 Wilmington Town Common be illuminated in green during the month of November in support of veterans.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman Eaton 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 Wilmington Town Common be illuminated in green during the month of November in support of veterans..” (Motion: Caira, second: Eaton)
Appoint the law firm of Lampke & Lampke to serve as Special Counsel to represent Fire Lieutenant Christopher Pozzi
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 appoint the law firm of Lampke & Lampke to serve as Special Counsel to represent Fire Lieutenant Christopher Pozzi.
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 appoint the law firm of Lampke & Lampke to serve as Special Counsel to represent Fire Lieutenant Christopher Pozzi..” (Motion: Eaton, second: McCoy)
Table action until their meeting of Tuesday, November 12, 2019
A motion having been made by Selectman Caira and seconded by Selectman O'Mahony, Chairman Bendel called for the vote. By the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen table action until their meeting of Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
From the minutes
“A motion having been made by Selectman Caira and seconded by Selectman O'Mahony, Chairman Bendel called for the vote. By the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen table action until their meeting of Tuesday, November 12, 2019..” (Motion: Caira, second: O'Mahony)
Adjourn
A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman Eaton 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 Eaton and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen adjourn..” (Motion: Caira, second: Eaton)
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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