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March 23, 2026
22 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Kevin A. Caira, Gary B. DePalma, Lilia Maselli, Frank J. West, Jacob M. Gearwar
Absent: None
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Enter Executive Session for the Purpose of the Purchase, Exchange, Lease or Value of Real Property at 333 Andover Street in Accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)6 and for the Purpose of...
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 the Purchase, Exchange, Lease or Value of Real Property at 333 Andover Street in Accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)6 and for the Purpose of Discussing Strategies with Respect to Litigation Involving Sonja Halliday in Accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3; for the Purpose of Discussing Strategies with Respect to Litigation by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Due to the MBTA Zoning Legislation in Accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 as An Open Meeting May Have a Detrimental Effect on the Town's Position as so Determined by the Chairman and 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 March 9, 2026 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 the Purchase, Exchange, Lease or Value of Real Property at 333 Andover Street in Accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)6 and for the Purpose of Discussing Strategies with Respect to Litigation Involving Sonja Halliday in Accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3; for the Purpose of Discussing Strategies with Respect to Litigation by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Due to the MBTA Zoning Legislation in Accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)3 as An Open Meeting May Have a Detrimental Effect on the Town's Position as so Determined by the Chairman and 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 March 9, 2026 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 DePalma, 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 DePalma, 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: DePalma, second: Caira)
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.
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 close the public hearing..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Approve the application for a Change of LLC Managers, Change of Ownership Interest and Change of Manager of Record to the All Alcohol Package Store License of EASTGATES WIL-NR LLC DBA East Gate...
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 application for a Change of LLC Managers, Change of Ownership Interest and Change of Manager of Record to the All Alcohol Package Store License of EASTGATES WIL-NR LLC DBA East Gate Liquors, property located at 211 Lowell Street.
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 application for a Change of LLC Managers, Change of Ownership Interest and Change of Manager of Record to the All Alcohol Package Store License of EASTGATES WIL-NR LLC DBA East Gate Liquors, property located at 211 Lowell Street..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Approve the application of Tavern in the Square for a one day alcohol license (four days) on Thursday, June 25 (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.); Friday, June 26 (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.); Saturday, June 27 (3 p.m. to...
A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of four with Select Board Member Caira opposed, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the application of Tavern in the Square for a one day alcohol license (four days) on Thursday, June 25 (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.); Friday, June 26 (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.); Saturday, June 27 (3 p.m. to 9 p.m.) and Sunday, June 28 (3 p.m. to 9 p.m.) (raindate: Monday, June 29), in conjunction with the Fun on the Fourth Celebration.
Yes: DePalma, Gearwar, Maselli, WestNo: Caira
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member DePalma, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of four with Select Board Member Caira opposed, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the application of Tavern in the Square for a one day alcohol license (four days) on Thursday, June 25 (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.); Friday, June 26 (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.); Saturday, June 27 (3 p.m. to 9 p.m.) and Sunday, June 28 (3 p.m. to 9 p.m.) (raindate: Monday, June 29), in conjunction with the Fun on the Fourth Celebration..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Gearwar)
Approve the application of Tavern in the Square for a one day alcohol license on Saturday, September 26 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.), raindate Saturday, October 3, 2026 in conjunction with the Fourth of...
A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of four with Select Board Member Caira opposed, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the application of Tavern in the Square for a one day alcohol license on Saturday, September 26 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.), raindate Saturday, October 3, 2026 in conjunction with the Fourth of July Committee's Fall Fest.
Yes: DePalma, Gearwar, Maselli, WestNo: Caira
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member Maselli and by the affirmative vote of four with Select Board Member Caira opposed, it was VOTED: That the Select Board approve the application of Tavern in the Square for a one day alcohol license on Saturday, September 26 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.), raindate Saturday, October 3, 2026 in conjunction with the Fourth of July Committee's Fall Fest..” (Motion: Gearwar, second: Maselli)
Proclaim the period March 22, 2026 through April 30, 2026 Motorcycle Safety Awareness Period in the Town of Wilmington
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 proclaim the period March 22, 2026 through April 30, 2026 Motorcycle Safety Awareness Period in the Town of Wilmington.
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 proclaim the period March 22, 2026 through April 30, 2026 Motorcycle Safety Awareness Period in the Town of Wilmington..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Issue a Hawk & Pedle License to sell coffee to Kemberly Sousa Vitale, The Queen Bean
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 issue a Hawk & Pedle License to sell coffee to Kemberly Sousa Vitale, The Queen Bean.
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 issue a Hawk & Pedle License to sell coffee to Kemberly Sousa Vitale, The Queen Bean..” (Motion: Maselli, second: Gearwar)
Amend the All Alcohol Package Stores from $1,750 to $2,250
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board amend the All Alcohol Package Stores from $1,750 to $2,250.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board amend the All Alcohol Package Stores from $1,750 to $2,250..” (Motion: Caira, second: Gearwar)
Approve the request of Peter Hey, Pastor, Wilmington United Methodist Church to use the Town Beach at Silver Lake on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 6:30 a.m. for an Easter sunrise service
A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar 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 the Town Beach at Silver Lake on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 6:30 a.m. for an Easter sunrise service.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Caira, seconded by Select Board Member Gearwar 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 the Town Beach at Silver Lake on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 6:30 a.m. for an Easter sunrise service..” (Motion: Caira, second: Gearwar)
Approve the request of Michael P. Ferrara, Performing Arts Department, Wilmington Public Schools, to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 (Raindate: May 22) from 5:00 p.m. to...
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 Michael P. Ferrara, Performing Arts Department, Wilmington Public Schools, to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 (Raindate: May 22) from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for the purpose of High School Honors Jazz Band and Concert Band and on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for the purpose of Elementary String Orchestra Concert.
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 Michael P. Ferrara, Performing Arts Department, Wilmington Public Schools, to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 (Raindate: May 22) from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for the purpose of High School Honors Jazz Band and Concert Band and on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for the purpose of Elementary String Orchestra Concert..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Approve the request of Brian Caira, Principal, Wilmington Middle School, to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., for the 8th Grade Moving On ceremony
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 of Brian Caira, Principal, Wilmington Middle School, to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., for the 8th Grade Moving On ceremony.
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 of Brian Caira, Principal, Wilmington Middle School, to use the Town Common and Gazebo on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., for the 8th Grade Moving On ceremony..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Caira)
Approve the request of Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Wildwood Street Parking Lot on Friday, June 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for the annual Big Wheels Event
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 Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Wildwood Street Parking Lot on Friday, June 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for the annual Big Wheels Event.
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 Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Wildwood Street Parking Lot on Friday, June 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for the annual Big Wheels Event..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Approve the request of Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Town Common on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for the Summer Reading Kickoff; on Friday, July 31, 2026...
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 approve the request of Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Town Common on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for the Summer Reading Kickoff; on Friday, July 31, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for Meet the Animals and on Thursday, August 13, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for End of Summer Bash.
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 approve the request of Nathalie Harty, Library Director, to use the Town Common on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for the Summer Reading Kickoff; on Friday, July 31, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for Meet the Animals and on Thursday, August 13, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for End of Summer Bash..” (Motion: Gearwar, second: Maselli)
Approve the request of Tara DeFilippo, Shawsheen Tech Parent Advisory Committee, to place signs of graduating Wilmington Seniors (80) of Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School...
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 Tara DeFilippo, Shawsheen Tech Parent Advisory Committee, to place signs of graduating Wilmington Seniors (80) of Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School on Town Common from June 1 through June 12, 2026.
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 Tara DeFilippo, Shawsheen Tech Parent Advisory Committee, to place signs of graduating Wilmington Seniors (80) of Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School on Town Common from June 1 through June 12, 2026..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Maselli)
Approve the request of Christine Canevari, President, Wilmington Farmers Market Association to use the Town Common to conduct the Farmers Market on Sundays, June 7, 2026 through October 4, 2026...
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 approve the request of Christine Canevari, President, Wilmington Farmers Market Association to use the Town Common to conduct the Farmers Market on Sundays, June 7, 2026 through October 4, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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 approve the request of Christine Canevari, President, Wilmington Farmers Market Association to use the Town Common to conduct the Farmers Market on Sundays, June 7, 2026 through October 4, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m..” (Motion: Maselli, second: Gearwar)
Sign the license agreement for Wilmington Farmers Market
A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board sign the license agreement for Wilmington Farmers Market.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Select Board Member Gearwar, seconded by Select Board Member DePalma and by the affirmative vote of all, it was VOTED: That the Select Board sign the license agreement for Wilmington Farmers Market..” (Motion: Gearwar, second: DePalma)
Approve the request of Mallory Dowgliallo, Marketing Communications Coordinator, Reading Municipal Light Department, to use the municipal parking lot on Sunday, August 23, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to...
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 Mallory Dowgliallo, Marketing Communications Coordinator, Reading Municipal Light Department, to use the municipal parking lot on Sunday, August 23, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for an Electric Vehicle Car Show and to place promotional signs on the Town Common August 16 through August 23.
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 Mallory Dowgliallo, Marketing Communications Coordinator, Reading Municipal Light Department, to use the municipal parking lot on Sunday, August 23, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for an Electric Vehicle Car Show and to place promotional signs on the Town Common August 16 through August 23..” (Motion: Maselli, second: DePalma)
Approve the request of Amy Gray, Wilmington High School Baseball to conduct a fundraising car wash at the municipal parking lot at 142 Middlesex Avenue, on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to...
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 of Amy Gray, Wilmington High School Baseball to conduct a fundraising car wash at the municipal parking lot at 142 Middlesex Avenue, on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (raindate: Sunday, May 17, 2026).
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 of Amy Gray, Wilmington High School Baseball to conduct a fundraising car wash at the municipal parking lot at 142 Middlesex Avenue, on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (raindate: Sunday, May 17, 2026)..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Caira)
Approve the request of Marcie Mulcahy, Wilmington High School Courtside Club to conduct a fundraising car wash at the municipal parking lot at 142 Middlesex Avenue, on Sunday, July 26, 2026 from...
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 approve the request of Marcie Mulcahy, Wilmington High School Courtside Club to conduct a fundraising car wash at the municipal parking lot at 142 Middlesex Avenue, on Sunday, July 26, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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 approve the request of Marcie Mulcahy, Wilmington High School Courtside Club to conduct a fundraising car wash at the municipal parking lot at 142 Middlesex Avenue, on Sunday, July 26, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m..” (Motion: DePalma, second: Gearwar)
Adjourn
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 adjourn.
From the minutes
“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 adjourn..” (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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