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September 8, 2025
13 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Kevin A. Caira, Gary B. DePalma, Lilia Maselli, Frank J. West, Jacob M. Gearwar
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussing Strategies with Respect to Collective Bargaining as it Relates to New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) Local 101 (Dispatch) in...
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 Collective Bargaining as it Relates to New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) Local 101 (Dispatch) in Accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 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 for the Purpose of Discussing Strategies with Respect to Collective Bargaining as it Relates to New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) Local 101 (Dispatch) in Accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 to return to open session..”
Review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Gearwar)
Approve the minutes of their meeting held August 18, 2025 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of four with Select Board Member Caira abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the minutes of their meeting held August 18, 2025 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed.
Yes: DePalma, Gearwar, Maselli, WestAbstained: Caira
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of four with Select Board Member Caira abstaining, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the minutes of their meeting held August 18, 2025 and all action taken is hereby ratified and confirmed..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Issue a one day alcohol license to Decanted Wine Truck for Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 130 Main Street and further that there be a three drink per person maximum
A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board issue a one day alcohol license to Decanted Wine Truck for Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 130 Main Street and further that there be a three drink per person maximum.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board issue a one day alcohol license to Decanted Wine Truck for Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 130 Main Street and further that there be a three drink per person maximum..” (Motion: Gearwar, second: Maselli)
Authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the Regulatory Agreement for 100 West Street
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board Authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the Regulatory Agreement for 100 West Street.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board Authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the Regulatory Agreement for 100 West Street..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Gearwar)
Ratify the Town Manager's appointment of Sean J. Keleher to the Commission on Disabilities for a term to expire April 30, 2027
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 ratify the Town Manager's appointment of Sean J. Keleher to the Commission on Disabilities for a term to expire April 30, 2027.
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 ratify the Town Manager's appointment of Sean J. Keleher to the Commission on Disabilities for a term to expire April 30, 2027..” (Motion: Caira, second: DePalma)
Sign the Access and Drainage Easement and Agreement for property located at 7 Cross Street
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 sign the Access and Drainage Easement and Agreement for property located at 7 Cross Street.
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 sign the Access and Drainage Easement and Agreement for property located at 7 Cross Street..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Authorize the Town Manager to sign Land Damage Agreement and Rights of Entry relative to MassDOT Project 608051 - Route 38 Corridor Improvement Project
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board authorize the Town Manager to sign Land Damage Agreement and Rights of Entry relative to MassDOT Project 608051 - Route 38 Corridor Improvement Project.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board authorize the Town Manager to sign Land Damage Agreement and Rights of Entry relative to MassDOT Project 608051 - Route 38 Corridor Improvement Project..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Gearwar)
Approve the request of Brett Sawin, Recreation Director, to conduct its 57th Annual Horribles Parade on Sunday, October 26, 2025
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 Brett Sawin, Recreation Director, to conduct its 57th Annual Horribles Parade on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
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 Brett Sawin, Recreation Director, to conduct its 57th Annual Horribles Parade on Sunday, October 26, 2025..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Issue Christmas Tree Licenses to the Wilmington Methodist Church, c/o John Arvanitis, and Boy Scouts of America Troop #56, c/o Benjamin DeGennaro
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 issue Christmas Tree Licenses to the Wilmington Methodist Church, c/o John Arvanitis, and Boy Scouts of America Troop #56, c/o Benjamin DeGennaro.
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 issue Christmas Tree Licenses to the Wilmington Methodist Church, c/o John Arvanitis, and Boy Scouts of America Troop #56, c/o Benjamin DeGennaro..” (Motion: Caira, second: DePalma)
Approve the request of Christine Canevari, Wilmington Farmers Market, to extend hours until 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 5, 2025 for a fundraising Cornhole Tournament
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 Christine Canevari, Wilmington Farmers Market, to extend hours until 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 5, 2025 for a fundraising Cornhole Tournament.
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 Christine Canevari, Wilmington Farmers Market, to extend hours until 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 5, 2025 for a fundraising Cornhole Tournament..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Approve the request from Julia Burke, Theater on the Fence, to use the Town Common and Municipal Parking Lot on Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a rain date of Sunday...
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 from Julia Burke, Theater on the Fence, to use the Town Common and Municipal Parking Lot on Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a rain date of Sunday, October 12, 2025.
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 from Julia Burke, Theater on the Fence, to use the Town Common and Municipal Parking Lot on Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a rain date of Sunday, October 12, 2025..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
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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