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November 23, 2020
9 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Gregory B. Bendel, Kevin A. Caira, Jonathan R. Eaton, Jomarie F. O'Mahony, Gary B. DePalma
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session for the purpose of discussing collective bargaining strategy with respect to the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 1370, in accordance with Massachusetts...
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 collective bargaining strategy with respect to the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 1370, in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town as so determined by the Chairman and further to consider Executive Session minutes from April 13, 2020, July 20, 2020, August 17, 2020 and September 14, 2020 in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 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 collective bargaining strategy with respect to the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 1370, in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Town as so determined by the Chairman and further to consider Executive Session minutes from April 13, 2020, July 20, 2020, August 17, 2020 and September 14, 2020 in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 22..”
Accept Treasury Warrants 20, 20A, 20B, 21 & 21A
A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen accept Treasury Warrants 20, 20A, 20B, 21 & 21A.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen accept Treasury Warrants 20, 20A, 20B, 21 & 21A..” (Motion: Bendel, second: O'Mahony)
Approve the minutes of their meeting held November 9, 2020 and that all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed
A motion was made by Selectman DePalma, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held November 9, 2020 and that all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman DePalma, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of their meeting held November 9, 2020 and that all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Bendel)
Adopt a classification shift of 1.75 as recommended by the Board of Assessors which results in the minimum residential factor of .770680 for Fiscal Year 2021
A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen adopt a classification shift of 1.75 as recommended by the Board of Assessors which results in the minimum residential factor of .770680 for Fiscal Year 2021.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen adopt a classification shift of 1.75 as recommended by the Board of Assessors which results in the minimum residential factor of .770680 for Fiscal Year 2021..” (Motion: Caira, second: Bendel)
Assign to the Wilmington Economic Development the task of making a recommendation, based upon what other communities are doing and options available, of ways to restructure or modify licensing fees
With a motion having been made and duly seconded, Chairman Eaton called for the vote. By the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen assign to the Wilmington Economic Development the task of making a recommendation, based upon what other communities are doing and options available, of ways to restructure or modify licensing fees.
From the minutes
“With a motion having been made and duly seconded, Chairman Eaton called for the vote. By the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen assign to the Wilmington Economic Development the task of making a recommendation, based upon what other communities are doing and options available, of ways to restructure or modify licensing fees..”
Execute the letter to the congressional delegation supporting Liam Prigmore's application to the United States Merchant Marine Academy
A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen execute the letter to the congressional delegation supporting Liam Prigmore's application to the United States Merchant Marine Academy.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Bendel, seconded by Selectman O'Mahony and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen execute the letter to the congressional delegation supporting Liam Prigmore's application to the United States Merchant Marine Academy..” (Motion: Bendel, second: O'Mahony)
Approve the request of the Wilmington/Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce to place an ice sculpture on the Town Common beginning approximately December 7
A motion was made by Selectman O'Mahony, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of the Wilmington/Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce to place an ice sculpture on the Town Common beginning approximately December 7.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman O'Mahony, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen approve the request of the Wilmington/Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce to place an ice sculpture on the Town Common beginning approximately December 7..” (Motion: O'Mahony, second: Bendel)
Direct a letter in support of Liam Prigmore to the Merchant Marine Academy in addition to the congressional delegation
A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen direct a letter in support of Liam Prigmore to the Merchant Marine Academy in addition to the congressional delegation.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman Caira, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen direct a letter in support of Liam Prigmore to the Merchant Marine Academy in addition to the congressional delegation..” (Motion: Caira, second: Bendel)
Adjourn
A motion was made by Selectman DePalma, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen adjourn.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Selectman DePalma, seconded by Selectman Bendel and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Board of Selectmen adjourn..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Bendel)
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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