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July 15, 2024
11 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Gregory B. Bendel, Kevin A. Caira, Gary B. DePalma, Lilia Maselli, Frank J. West
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Gregory B. Bendel recused himself from the treasury warrant vote (Shawsheen Tech payments).
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a...
A motion was duly made and seconded and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body, and G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the Chair so declares - 64 Wildwood Street and further for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to potential litigation associated with cost recovery for the Wildwood School oil tank breach in accordance with Massachusetts General Law (MGL) Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating or litigating position of the Town with the intention to return to open session.
From the minutes
“A motion was duly made and seconded and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body, and G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the Chair so declares - 64 Wildwood Street and further for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to potential litigation associated with cost recovery for the Wildwood School oil tank breach in accordance with Massachusetts General Law (MGL) Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating or litigating position of the Town with the intention to return to open session..”
Accept Treasury Warrants 2452, 2452W, 2452T, 24V9S, 24M6S, 2453, 2453W, 2500, 2501, 2501W, 2501T, 2501S, 2502, 2502W, 2502T, 25M1TW and 25M1T
A motion was made by Select Board Member West, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept Treasury Warrants 2452, 2452W, 2452T, 24V9S, 24M6S, 2453, 2453W, 2500, 2501, 2501W, 2501T, 2501S, 2502, 2502W, 2502T, 25M1TW and 25M1T.
Yes: Caira, DePalma, Maselli, WestThe minutes record “the affirmative vote of all,” but later say “Town Manager Slagle reiterated that Chair Bendel recused himself from the votes that included Shawsheen Tech” (warrants 2453 and 2500, both in this vote); Gregory B. Bendel is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member West, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept Treasury Warrants 2452, 2452W, 2452T, 24V9S, 24M6S, 2453, 2453W, 2500, 2501, 2501W, 2501T, 2501S, 2502, 2502W, 2502T, 25M1TW and 25M1T..” (Motion: West, second: DePalma)
Accept the minutes of their meeting held June 24, 2024 and that 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 vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept the minutes of their meeting held June 24, 2024 and that 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 vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept the minutes of their meeting held June 24, 2024 and that all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed..” (Motion: Caira, second: Maselli)
Issue a Common Victualer License to WILSUB LLC DBA Subway for property located at 206 Ballardvale Street
A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board issue a Common Victualer License to WILSUB LLC DBA Subway for property located at 206 Ballardvale Street.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board issue a Common Victualer License to WILSUB LLC DBA Subway for property located at 206 Ballardvale Street..” (Motion: Maselli, second: Caira)
Issue a one day alcohol license to Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant and Code 1 BBQ for property located at 207 Main Street on Saturday, July 20, 2024
A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board issue a one day alcohol license to Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant and Code 1 BBQ for property located at 207 Main Street on Saturday, July 20, 2024.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board issue a one day alcohol license to Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant and Code 1 BBQ for property located at 207 Main Street on Saturday, July 20, 2024..” (Motion: Maselli, second: West)
Adopt the recommendation of Jamie Magaldi, DPW Director, and increase the fee for collection of white goods/appliances, CRTs and mattresses be increased to $25.00 and that residents pay collection...
A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board adopt the recommendation of Jamie Magaldi, DPW Director, and increase the fee for collection of white goods/appliances, CRTs and mattresses be increased to $25.00 and that residents pay collection fees direct to the trash hauler effective Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board adopt the recommendation of Jamie Magaldi, DPW Director, and increase the fee for collection of white goods/appliances, CRTs and mattresses be increased to $25.00 and that residents pay collection fees direct to the trash hauler effective Tuesday, October 15, 2024..” (Motion: Maselli, second: West)
Approve the request of the Fourth of July Committee to use the Town Common for the Fall Festival on Saturday, September 28 (rain date: October 5) and on Saturday, December 7 for the Tree Lighting
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of the Fourth of July Committee to use the Town Common for the Fall Festival on Saturday, September 28 (rain date: October 5) and on Saturday, December 7 for the Tree Lighting.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member West and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of the Fourth of July Committee to use the Town Common for the Fall Festival on Saturday, September 28 (rain date: October 5) and on Saturday, December 7 for the Tree Lighting..” (Motion: DePalma, second: West)
Sign the Warrant for the State Primary Election
A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board sign the Warrant for the State Primary Election.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board sign the Warrant for the State Primary Election..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Approve the request of Sheri Almeida for residents of Lucaya Circle to have a neighborhood block party on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with a rain date of September...
A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Sheri Almeida for residents of Lucaya Circle to have a neighborhood block party on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with a rain date of September 15, 2024.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Sheri Almeida for residents of Lucaya Circle to have a neighborhood block party on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with a rain date of September 15, 2024..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Approve the request of the Wilmington Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce to use the Town Common on Monday, August 19, 2024 subject to Town Manager Slagle addressing Select Board concerns relative to...
A motion was made by Select Board Member West, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of the Wilmington Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce to use the Town Common on Monday, August 19, 2024 subject to Town Manager Slagle addressing Select Board concerns relative to food trucks on the Town Common, crossing safety and participant parking.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member West, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of the Wilmington Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce to use the Town Common on Monday, August 19, 2024 subject to Town Manager Slagle addressing Select Board concerns relative to food trucks on the Town Common, crossing safety and participant parking..” (Motion: West, second: Maselli)
Adjourn
Motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board adjourn.
From the minutes
“motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board adjourn..” (Motion: DePalma, 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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