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June 20, 2023
18 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Joseph Botaish, James Anderson, Christopher Gallo, William Harrington, Michelle Rouse
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
1450 West Street
Open the 6:35 Public Hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid & Verizon Pole Petition at 1450 West Street
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to open the 6:35 Public Hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid & Verizon Pole Petition at 1450 West Street.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to open the 6:35 Public Hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid & Verizon Pole Petition at 1450 West Street. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Gallo)
Waive the reading of the public hearing notice
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Harrington)
Close the public hearing for 1450 West Street Pole Petition
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to close the public hearing for 1450 West Street Pole Petition.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to close the public hearing for 1450 West Street Pole Petition. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Harrington)
Approve the Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a Nation Grid & Verizon Pole Petition for 1450 West Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a Nation Grid & Verizon Pole Petition for 1450 West Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a Nation Grid & Verizon Pole Petition for 1450 West Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Rouse)
Approval of the Minutes
Approve the May 15, 2023 Open Session Meeting Minutes
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the May 15, 2023 Open Session Meeting Minutes.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the May 15, 2023 Open Session Meeting Minutes. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Rouse)
Open the 6:40 Public Hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid Petition at 267 South Street
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to open the 6:40 Public Hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid Petition at 267 South Street.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to open the 6:40 Public Hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid Petition at 267 South Street. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Gallo)
Approve the Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a Nation Grid Pole Petition for 267 South Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a Nation Grid Pole Petition for 267 South Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a Nation Grid Pole Petition for 267 South Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Gallo)
Discussion and Vote to Sign Proclamation for Purple Heart Designation
Approve the Proclamation for Purple Heart Community Designation and to authorize the use of electronic signatures
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the Proclamation for Purple Heart Community Designation and to authorize the use of electronic signatures.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the Proclamation for Purple Heart Community Designation and to authorize the use of electronic signatures. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5- 0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Anderson)
Review and Vote for King Philip High School
Approve the plan for signage on roadways surrounding King Philip Regional High School and designate the area as a school zone
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to approve the plan for signage on roadways surrounding King Philip Regional High School and designate the area as a school zone.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to approve the plan for signage on roadways surrounding King Philip Regional High School and designate the area as a school zone. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
One Day License Application - 42nd Parallel Brewing
Approve the one-day license application for 42nd Parallel Brewing on June 29, 2023 at 431South Street
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the one-day license application for 42nd Parallel Brewing on June 29, 2023 at 431South Street.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the one-day license application for 42nd Parallel Brewing on June 29, 2023 at 431South Street. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Rouse)
Review and Vote for Sign Requests
Approve the signage request on Carriage House Lane for a 30MPH Speed Limit Sign
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the signage request on Carriage House Lane for a 30MPH Speed Limit Sign.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the signage request on Carriage House Lane for a 30MPH Speed Limit Sign. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Gallo)
Approve the sign request for Carriage House Lane for Children at Play Sign
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the sign request for Carriage House Lane for Children at Play Sign.
The minutes record this only as "the Board voted"; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the sign request for Carriage House Lane for Children at Play Sign..” (Motion: Harrington, second: Gallo)
Blind/Deaf Child - Madison Street
Approve the sign request on Madison Street for Blind/Deaf Child in the vicinity of the resident
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the sign request on Madison Street for Blind/Deaf Child in the vicinity of the resident.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the sign request on Madison Street for Blind/Deaf Child in the vicinity of the resident. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Gallo)
Equestrian - Chestnut Street
Approve the sign request for Equestrian Notification on Chestnut Street
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the sign request for Equestrian Notification on Chestnut Street.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to approve the sign request for Equestrian Notification on Chestnut Street. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Gallo)
Reappointments of Boards/Committees/Commissions
Approve the reappointment of members to Boards, Committees, and Commissions as per the list provided
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the reappointment of members to Boards, Committees, and Commissions as per the list provided.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the reappointment of members to Boards, Committees, and Commissions as per the list provided. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
Vote to Adopt Home Rule Petition
The Great and general Court Home Rule petitions as authorized at the June 5, 2023 Town Meeting as Articles 17, 18, and 20 and to authorize the use of electronic signatures
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to submit to the Great and general Court Home Rule petitions as authorized at the June 5, 2023 Town Meeting as Articles 17, 18, and 20 and to authorize the use of electronic signatures.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to submit to the Great and general Court Home Rule petitions as authorized at the June 5, 2023 Town Meeting as Articles 17, 18, and 20 and to authorize the use of electronic signatures. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
BOS Email Account
Authorize the posting of their individual email addresses on the town website
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to authorize the posting of their individual email addresses on the town website.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to authorize the posting of their individual email addresses on the town website. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Harrington)
Adjournment
Adjourn the open session meeting at 8:55PM
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 8:55PM.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 8:55PM. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
From the Wrentham Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (June 2023 on) and its eCode360 public documents (2018 to June 2023). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Sun Chronicle (Chris Gallo, 2021 candidate photo; Joseph Botaish, January 2025) and Town of Wrentham award photos published by The Sun Chronicle (James Anderson, Michelle Rouse and William Harrington, October 2024 Town Meeting; Roy Lamothe, December 2025). No photos yet for former members Charles Kennedy, Stephen Langley, Jerome McGovern and Gerard Nolan.
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