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January 16, 2024
17 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Joseph Botaish, James Anderson, Christopher Gallo, William Harrington, Michelle Rouse
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Minutes - January 2, 2024 Open Session Meeting Minutes
Endorse the 2023 AAlcohol Beverage Control Commission 2023 Renewal Certification and to authorize the use of electronic signatures
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, to endorse the 2023 Alcohol Beverage Control Commission 2023 Renewal Certification and to authorize the use of electronic signatures.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, to endorse the 2023 Alcohol Beverage Control Commission 2023 Renewal Certification 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: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Vote to Endorse AAlcohol Beverage Control Commission 2023 Renewal Certification Form
Endorse the 2023 AAlcohol Beverage Control Commission 2023 Renewal Certification and to authorize the use of electronic signatures
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to endorse the 2023 Alcohol Beverage Control Commission 2023 Renewal Certification and to authorize the use of electronic signatures.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to endorse the 2023 Alcohol Beverage Control Commission 2023 Renewal Certification 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: Anderson, second: Rouse)
6:35PM - PUBLIC HEARING - Discussion of Vote by Mail for Municipal Town Election
Open the public hearing for consideration of opting out of vote by mail of the Municipal Election scheduled Monday, April 1, 2024
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington the Board voted to open the public hearing for consideration of opting out of vote by mail of the Municipal Election scheduled Monday, April 1, 2024.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington the Board voted to open the public hearing for consideration of opting out of vote by mail of the Municipal Election scheduled Monday, April 1, 2024. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries,5-0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Harrington)
Waive the reading of the public hearing notice
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, 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: Anderson, second: Harrington)
By mail for the Municipal Election scheduled for Monday, April 1, 2024
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Rouse, the Board to close the public hearing for consideration of opting out of vote by mail for the Municipal Election scheduled for Monday, April 1, 2024.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Rouse, the Board to close the public hearing for consideration of opting out of vote by mail for the Municipal Election scheduled for Monday, April 1, 2024. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Rouse)
Opt out of vote by mail for the Municipal Election scheduled for Monday, April 1, 2024
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to opt out of vote by mail for the Municipal Election scheduled for Monday, April 1, 2024.
Yes: Anderson, Botaish, Gallo, RouseNo: Harrington
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to opt out of vote by mail for the Municipal Election scheduled for Monday, April 1, 2024. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - no, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 4-.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
6:40PM - PUBLIC HEARING - Café Assisi Application for Alteration of Premises
Open the public hearing for the Cafe Assisi Alteration of Premises
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to open the public hearing for the Cafe Assisi Alteration of Premises.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to open the public hearing for the Cafe Assisi Alteration of Premises. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Waive the reading of the public hearing notice for the Cafe Assisi Alteration of Premises
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice for the Cafe Assisi Alteration of Premises.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice for the Cafe Assisi Alteration of Premises. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Close the public hearing for the Café Assisi Alteration of Premises
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to close the public hearing for the Caf6 Assisi Alteration of Premises.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to close the public hearing for the Caf6 Assisi Alteration of Premises. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Anderson)
Approve the application for the Alteration of Premises for Café Assis located at 667 South Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures, only after it has meet the contingencies of all
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Anderson, to approve the application for the Alteration of Premises for Caf6 Assis located at 667 South Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures, only after it has meet the contingencies of all regulatory boards in the town.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Anderson, to approve the application for the Alteration of Premises for Caf6 Assis located at 667 South Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures, only after it has meet the contingencies of all regulatory boards in the town. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Anderson)
- Chestnut.Street Pole Petition
Open the public hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to open the public hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to open the public hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for 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: Anderson)
Waive the reading of the public hearing notice for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Gallo)
Close the public hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to close the public hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to close the public hearing for Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street. 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 pole petition Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson the Board voted to approve the pole petition Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut Street and to authorize the use of electronic signatures.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson the Board voted to approve the pole petition Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon Pole Petition for Chestnut 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: Anderson)
Discussion and Vote for LaFamilia License Renewal
Approve the2024 Renewalof the On Premises AllAAlcohol License for LaFamilia located aL263 Shears Street
Motion to approve the2024 Renewalof the On Premises AllAlcohol License for LaFamilia located aL263 Shears Street.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve the2024 Renewalof the On Premises AllAlcohol License for LaFamilia located aL263 Shears Street. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.”
Vote to Approve Town Manager's Contract
Approve the Town Manager's contract, as presented, effective July 1, 2024
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the Town Manager's contract, as presented, effective July 1, 2024.
Yes: Anderson, Botaish, Gallo, RouseNo: Harrington
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the Town Manager's contract, as presented, effective July 1, 2024. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - no, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 4-1.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Anderson)
Adjournment
Adjourn the open session meeting at 8:33PM
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 8:33PM.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 8:33PM. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Botaish - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Gallo)
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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