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November 27, 2023
15 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: Gary B. DePalma took part remotely.
Present: Gregory B. Bendel, Kevin A. Caira, Gary B. DePalma, Lilia Maselli, Frank J. West
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session pursuant to General Law Chapter 30A, Section 22(a)(7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - for...
A motion was made and duly seconded and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board enter Executive Session pursuant to General Law Chapter 30A, Section 22(a)(7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - for the purpose of reviewing and considering release of Executive Session Minutes from February 10, 2020 and March 8, 2021 in accordance with General Law Chapter 30A, Section 22.
Yes: Bendel, Caira, DePalma, MaselliFrank J. West is not listed as present when this vote was taken (the minutes list this member present when the meeting reconvened); that member is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“A motion was made and duly seconded and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board enter Executive Session pursuant to General Law Chapter 30A, Section 22(a)(7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - for the purpose of reviewing and considering release of Executive Session Minutes from February 10, 2020 and March 8, 2021 in accordance with General Law Chapter 30A, Section 22..”
Accept Treasury Warrants 2420, 2420W, 2420T, 2421, 2421W, 2421T and 2421S
A motion was made by Select Board Member West, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept Treasury Warrants 2420, 2420W, 2420T, 2421, 2421W, 2421T and 2421S.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member West, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept Treasury Warrants 2420, 2420W, 2420T, 2421, 2421W, 2421T and 2421S..” (Motion: West, second: Maselli)
Approve the minutes of their meeting held October 30, 2023 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the minutes of their meeting held October 30, 2023 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the minutes of their meeting held October 30, 2023 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed..” (Motion: Caira, second: Maselli)
Open the public hearing
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board open the public hearing.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board open the public hearing..” (Motion: Caira, second: Maselli)
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board close the public hearing..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Adopt a classification shift of 1.75 as recommended by the Board of Assessors which results in the minimum residential factor of .762331 for Fiscal Year 2024
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board adopt a classification shift of 1.75 as recommended by the Board of Assessors which results in the minimum residential factor of .762331 for Fiscal Year 2024.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board adopt a classification shift of 1.75 as recommended by the Board of Assessors which results in the minimum residential factor of .762331 for Fiscal Year 2024..” (Motion: Caira, second: Maselli)
Open the public hearing
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board open the public hearing.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board open the public hearing..” (Motion: Caira, second: West)
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board close the public hearing..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Approve the request of Daniel Trant, Senior Distribution Manager, Reading Municipal Light Department, to locate one (1) solely owned pole on Westdale Avenue
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Daniel Trant, Senior Distribution Manager, Reading Municipal Light Department, to locate one (1) solely owned pole on Westdale Avenue.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Daniel Trant, Senior Distribution Manager, Reading Municipal Light Department, to locate one (1) solely owned pole on Westdale Avenue..” (Motion: Caira, second: Maselli)
Approve the request of Anne Murray to display a Heroes Christmas Tree at Wilmington Town Hall during the month of December
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Anne Murray to display a Heroes Christmas Tree at Wilmington Town Hall during the month of December.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Anne Murray to display a Heroes Christmas Tree at Wilmington Town Hall during the month of December..” (Motion: Caira, second: West)
Sign the Community Letter of Support for the Veterans' Heritage Grant Temporary Town Manager Cimaglia reviewed communication from the United States Department of Transportation Federal Aviation...
A motion was made by Select Board Member West and was seconded by Select Board Member Maselli that the Select Board sign the community letter of support. Select Board Members commented about the importance of preserving these records. Chair Bendel noted that Elmer Drew's mother was the first female member of the Board of Selectmen and that S2 Elmer Drew has not received his high school diploma. He noted that S2 Drew is eligible, and Dr. Glenn Brand has been advised and he hopes the family is awarded the diploma. Chair Bendel called for a vote and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board sign the Community Letter of Support for the Veterans' Heritage Grant Temporary Town Manager Cimaglia reviewed communication from the United States Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) providing notice that the FAA has issued a Finding of No Significant Impact and Record of Decision and Final Environmental Assessment which assessed potential environmental impacts of the Instrument Flight Procedures Low-Level Helicopter System to Support Helicopter Air Ambulance Operations project. The ILHS- HAA project seeks to improve the efficiency of the national airspace system in Maine and portions of New Hampshire and Massachusetts by optimizing helicopter en route procedures serving various airports and heliports within the ILHS-HA Project General Study Area. The project involves changes to helicopter flight routes and altitudes in certain areas.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member West and was seconded by Select Board Member Maselli that the Select Board sign the community letter of support. Select Board Members commented about the importance of preserving these records. Chair Bendel noted that Elmer Drew's mother was the first female member of the Board of Selectmen and that S2 Elmer Drew has not received his high school diploma. He noted that S2 Drew is eligible, and Dr. Glenn Brand has been advised and he hopes the family is awarded the diploma. Chair Bendel called for a vote and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board sign the Community Letter of Support for the Veterans' Heritage Grant Temporary Town Manager Cimaglia reviewed communication from the United States Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) providing notice that the FAA has issued a Finding of No Significant Impact and Record of Decision and Final Environmental Assessment which assessed potential environmental impacts of the Instrument Flight Procedures Low-Level Helicopter System to Support Helicopter Air Ambulance Operations project. The ILHS- HAA project seeks to improve the efficiency of the national airspace system in Maine and portions of New Hampshire and Massachusetts by optimizing helicopter en route procedures serving various airports and heliports within the ILHS-HA Project General Study Area. The project involves changes to helicopter flight routes and altitudes in certain areas..” (Motion: West, second: Maselli)
Amend the Flag Policy for the Town of Wilmington to Include Memorial Library Flag at Wilmington Memorial Library and Purple Heart Flag
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board Amend the Flag Policy for the Town of Wilmington to Include Memorial Library Flag at Wilmington Memorial Library and Purple Heart Flag.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board Amend the Flag Policy for the Town of Wilmington to Include Memorial Library Flag at Wilmington Memorial Library and Purple Heart Flag..” (Motion: Caira, second: Maselli)
Create a building repurposing committee, the size and participants to be determined at a later date
By the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board create a building repurposing committee, the size and participants to be determined at a later date.
From the minutes
“by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board create a building repurposing committee, the size and participants to be determined at a later date..”
Grant the request of Kimberely Lovell, Wilmington High School Field Hockey, to conduct a fundraising car was at the Public Buildings Department on Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 9:00 a.m.to 1:00 p.m
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board grant the request of Kimberely Lovell, Wilmington High School Field Hockey, to conduct a fundraising car was at the Public Buildings Department on Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 9:00 a.m.to 1:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board grant the request of Kimberely Lovell, Wilmington High School Field Hockey, to conduct a fundraising car was at the Public Buildings Department on Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 9:00 a.m.to 1:00 p.m..” (Motion: Caira, second: Maselli)
Adjourn
Motion was made by Select Board Member West, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board adjourn.
From the minutes
“motion was made by Select Board Member West, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board adjourn..” (Motion: West, second: Maselli)
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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