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April 14, 2025
16 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Gregory B. Bendel, Kevin A. Caira, Gary B. DePalma, Lilia Maselli, Frank J. West
Absent: None
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Enter Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to potential litigation by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Due to the MBTA Zoning Legislation in Accordance with...
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 for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to potential litigation by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Due to the MBTA Zoning Legislation in Accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3; for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to collective bargaining as it relates to New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) Local 1 (Patrolmen) and NEPBA Local 101 (Public Safety Dispatchers) in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) 3; for the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 333 Andover Street in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)6 and for the purpose of discussing outstanding litigation (Cummings) in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3.
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 for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to potential litigation by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Due to the MBTA Zoning Legislation in Accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3; for the purpose of discussing strategies with respect to collective bargaining as it relates to New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) Local 1 (Patrolmen) and NEPBA Local 101 (Public Safety Dispatchers) in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) 3; for the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 333 Andover Street in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)6 and for the purpose of discussing outstanding litigation (Cummings) in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3..”
Accept Treasury Warrants 2539, 2539T, 2539S, 2540, 2540W, 2540T, 2541, 2541W, 2541T & 2541S
A 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 accept Treasury Warrants 2539, 2539T, 2539S, 2540, 2540W, 2540T, 2541, 2541W, 2541T & 2541S.
From the minutes
“A 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 accept Treasury Warrants 2539, 2539T, 2539S, 2540, 2540W, 2540T, 2541, 2541W, 2541T & 2541S..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Accept Treasury Warrant 2539W
A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of four with Chair Bendel abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept Treasury Warrant 2539W.
Yes: Caira, DePalma, Maselli, WestAbstained: Bendel
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of four with Chair Bendel abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept Treasury Warrant 2539W..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Open the public hearing
A 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 open the public hearing.
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“A 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 open the public hearing..” (Motion: DePalma, 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 vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board close the public hearing.
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“A 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 close the public hearing..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Approve the request for an Earth Removal Permit for property at 226 Lowell Street subject to the 14 conditions set forth by the Town Engineer
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request for an Earth Removal Permit for property at 226 Lowell Street subject to the 14 conditions set forth by the Town Engineer.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request for an Earth Removal Permit for property at 226 Lowell Street subject to the 14 conditions set forth by the Town Engineer..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Caira)
Declare April 25, 2025 Arbor Day in the Town of Wilmington
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 declare April 25, 2025 Arbor Day in the Town of Wilmington.
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“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 declare April 25, 2025 Arbor Day in the Town of Wilmington..” (Motion: West, second: Maselli)
Approve the request of Peter Hey, Pastor, Wilmington United Methodist Church, to use Town Beach at Silver Lake on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 6:30 a.m. to Easter Sunrise Service
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 Peter Hey, Pastor, Wilmington United Methodist Church, to use Town Beach at Silver Lake on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 6:30 a.m. to Easter Sunrise Service.
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 Peter Hey, Pastor, Wilmington United Methodist Church, to use Town Beach at Silver Lake on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 6:30 a.m. to Easter Sunrise Service..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Approve the request of Michael P. Ferrara, Performing Arts Department, Wilmington Public Schools to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Thursday, May 22, 2025 (Rain Date May 23) from 5:00 p.m. to...
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 approve the request of Michael P. Ferrara, Performing Arts Department, Wilmington Public Schools to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Thursday, May 22, 2025 (Rain Date May 23) from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, May 27, 2025 (Rain Date May 29) from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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 approve the request of Michael P. Ferrara, Performing Arts Department, Wilmington Public Schools to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Thursday, May 22, 2025 (Rain Date May 23) from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, May 27, 2025 (Rain Date May 29) from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m..” (Motion: Maselli, second: Caira)
The request of Kristin Demonico, President, Sole Sisters Running Club to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Saturday, June 14, 2025 and Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m
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 the request of Kristin Demonico, President, Sole Sisters Running Club to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Saturday, June 14, 2025 and Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
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 the request of Kristin Demonico, President, Sole Sisters Running Club to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Saturday, June 14, 2025 and Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m..” (Motion: DePalma, second: West)
Approve the request of Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Town Common on Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m
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 approve the request of Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Town Common on Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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 approve the request of Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Town Common on Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m..” (Motion: Maselli, second: Caira)
Approve the request of Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Wildwood Street Parking Lot on Friday, June 27, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Monday, July 14, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to...
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 Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Wildwood Street Parking Lot on Friday, June 27, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Monday, July 14, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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 Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Wildwood Street Parking Lot on Friday, June 27, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Monday, July 14, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m..” (Motion: DePalma, second: West)
Acknowledges receipt of Denise Bresnahan's disclosure and determine that her employment with the Recreation Department is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the...
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 acknowledges receipt of Denise Bresnahan's disclosure and determine that her employment with the Recreation Department is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the employee.
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 acknowledges receipt of Denise Bresnahan's disclosure and determine that her employment with the Recreation Department is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the employee..” (Motion: Maselli, second: Caira)
Acknowledges receipt of Kerin Osgood's disclosure and determine that her employment with the Recreation Department is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the...
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board acknowledges receipt of Kerin Osgood's disclosure and determine that her employment with the Recreation Department is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the employee.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board acknowledges receipt of Kerin Osgood's disclosure and determine that her employment with the Recreation Department is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the employee..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Caira)
Approve the request of Wilmington High School Baseball to amend the hours of their car wash scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025 to 2:00 p.m
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Wilmington High School Baseball to amend the hours of their car wash scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025 to 2:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Wilmington High School Baseball to amend the hours of their car wash scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025 to 2:00 p.m..” (Motion: Caira, second: DePalma)
Adjourn
Motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Caira 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 Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board adjourn..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Caira)
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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