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October 14, 2025
13 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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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 American Federation of State County Municipal Employees, Unit 1703, Local 1...
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 American Federation of State County Municipal Employees, Unit 1703, Local 1 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 Local 1 (Patrolmen) in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) 3; to review the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property in reviewing the future of the Buzzell School in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)6 and for the purpose of reviewing and considering release of Executive Session Minutes from September 23, 2024 in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 22, 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 American Federation of State County Municipal Employees, Unit 1703, Local 1 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 Local 1 (Patrolmen) in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) 3; to review the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property in reviewing the future of the Buzzell School in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)6 and for the purpose of reviewing and considering release of Executive Session Minutes from September 23, 2024 in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 22, 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)
Open the public hearing
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 open the public hearing.
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 open the public hearing..” (Motion: Maselli, second: Caira)
Close the public hearing
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 close the public hearing.
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 close the public hearing..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Caira)
Approve the request of Verizon New England to locate one (1) jointly owned pole at 249 Burlington Avenue
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma and seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Verizon New England to locate one (1) jointly owned pole at 249 Burlington Avenue.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma and seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the request of Verizon New England to locate one (1) jointly owned pole at 249 Burlington Avenue..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Caira)
Call a Special Town Meeting for Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:00 p.m. at the Wilmington High School Auditorium
A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board call a Special Town Meeting for Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:00 p.m. at the Wilmington High School Auditorium.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board call a Special Town Meeting for Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:00 p.m. at the Wilmington High School Auditorium..” (Motion: Gearwar, second: Caira)
Close and sign the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting to be held Thursday, November 20, 2025
A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board close and sign the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting to be held Thursday, November 20, 2025.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member Caira and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board close and sign the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting to be held Thursday, November 20, 2025..” (Motion: Gearwar, second: Caira)
Approve the request of Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services, to illuminate the Town Common in green during the month of November
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 approve the request of Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services, to illuminate the Town Common in green during the month of November.
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 approve the request of Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services, to illuminate the Town Common in green during the month of November..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Approve the request of Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services, to use the Town Common on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 for Veterans' Day ceremony
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 Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services, to use the Town Common on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 for Veterans' Day ceremony.
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 Louis Cimaglia, Director of Veterans' Services, to use the Town Common on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 for Veterans' Day ceremony..” (Motion: Caira, second: DePalma)
Accept a gift of land of approximately 2.63 acres for the care, custody and control of the Conservation Commission from Peter J. Soper and Tammy Soper, said land located at 60 Clark Street, Map...
A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept a gift of land of approximately 2.63 acres for the care, custody and control of the Conservation Commission from Peter J. Soper and Tammy Soper, said land located at 60 Clark Street, Map 52, Parcel 44A.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Maselli, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board accept a gift of land of approximately 2.63 acres for the care, custody and control of the Conservation Commission from Peter J. Soper and Tammy Soper, said land located at 60 Clark Street, Map 52, Parcel 44A..” (Motion: Maselli, second: Gearwar)
Approve the request of Christine Guy on behalf of We're One Wilmington to place promotional signs on the Town Common from November 30 through December 7, 2025 for the Festival of Trees
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 approve the request of Christine Guy on behalf of We're One Wilmington to place promotional signs on the Town Common from November 30 through December 7, 2025 for the Festival of Trees.
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 approve the request of Christine Guy on behalf of We're One Wilmington to place promotional signs on the Town Common from November 30 through December 7, 2025 for the Festival of Trees..” (Motion: Caira, second: Maselli)
Approve the following events which require road closures: Wilmington Fourth of July Firecracker 5K Road Race Thursday, June 25, 2026 Wilmington Fourth of July Fall Fest 5K Road Race Saturday...
A motion to approve the request was made by Select Board Member DePalma and was seconded by Select Board Member Maselli. Select Board Member Caira noted that the Horribles Parade was not listed. He was advised that this agenda item was for outside groups and the Horribles Parade was an event sponsored by the Recreation Department. There being no further comments or questions from the Board, Chair West called for the vote and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the following events which require road closures: Wilmington Fourth of July Firecracker 5K Road Race Thursday, June 25, 2026 Wilmington Fourth of July Fall Fest 5K Road Race Saturday, September 26, 2026 Sole Sisters Running Club 5K Road Race Saturday, December 12, 2026 Wilmington Little League Opening Day Parade Sunday, April 25, 2027
From the minutes
“A motion to approve the request was made by Select Board Member DePalma and was seconded by Select Board Member Maselli. Select Board Member Caira noted that the Horribles Parade was not listed. He was advised that this agenda item was for outside groups and the Horribles Parade was an event sponsored by the Recreation Department. There being no further comments or questions from the Board, Chair West called for the vote and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the following events which require road closures: Wilmington Fourth of July Firecracker 5K Road Race Thursday, June 25, 2026 Wilmington Fourth of July Fall Fest 5K Road Race Saturday, September 26, 2026 Sole Sisters Running Club 5K Road Race Saturday, December 12, 2026 Wilmington Little League Opening Day Parade Sunday, April 25, 2027.” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Return to Executive Session not to return to open session
Motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board return to Executive Session not to return to open session.
From the minutes
“motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative roll call vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board return to Executive Session not to return to open session..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Gearwar)
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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