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April 21, 2026
19 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: James Anderson, Christopher Gallo, William Harrington, Roy Lamothe, Michelle Rouse
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Minutes
Approve the April 7, 2026 Open Session Meeting Minutes
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the April 7, 2026 Open Session Meeting Minutes.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the April 7, 2026 Open Session Meeting Minutes. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo * yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
On a question relative to debt exclusions under Proposition 2%
Motion made by Mr. Lamothe, seconded by Ms. Rouse, that a Special Town Meeting be called for June 15, 2026, for the purpose of a Special flection to vote on a question relative to debt exclusions under Proposition 2%.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Lamothe, seconded by Ms. Rouse, that a Special Town Meeting be called for June 15, 2026, for the purpose of a Special flection to vote on a question relative to debt exclusions under Proposition 2%. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Lamothe, second: Rouse)
The Warrant be opened for insertion of questions
Motion made by Mr. Lamothe, seconded by Mr. Anderson, that the Warrant be opened for insertion of questions.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Lamothe, seconded by Mr. Anderson, that the Warrant be opened for insertion of questions. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Lamothe, second: Anderson)
OF THE SELECT BOARD BY TWO-THIRDS VOTE TO SEEK VOTER APPROVAL AT A SPECIAL ELECTION TO EXCLUDE FROM THE PROVISIONS OF GENERAL LAWS CHAPTER 59, SECTION 21C, THE FUNDS REQUIRED FOR THE PAYMENT OF
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, OF THE SELECT BOARD BY TWO-THIRDS VOTE TO SEEK VOTER APPROVAL AT A SPECIAL ELECTION TO EXCLUDE FROM THE PROVISIONS OF GENERAL LAWS CHAPTER 59, SECTION 21C, THE FUNDS REQUIRED FOR THE PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON BONDS, NOTE OR CERTIFICATIONS OF INDIBTEDNESS.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, OF THE SELECT BOARD BY TWO-THIRDS VOTE TO SEEK VOTER APPROVAL AT A SPECIAL ELECTION TO EXCLUDE FROM THE PROVISIONS OF GENERAL LAWS CHAPTER 59, SECTION 21C, THE FUNDS REQUIRED FOR THE PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON BONDS, NOTE OR CERTIFICATIONS OF INDIBTEDNESS. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe * yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
The Select Board seek voter approval at a Special Election to be held on June 15, 2026, to exempt from the provisions of General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C, the funds required for the payment of
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe that the Select Board seek voter approval at a Special Election to be held on June 15, 2026, to exempt from the provisions of General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C, the funds required for the payment of principal and interest on bonds, notes, or certificates of indebtedness, all as set forth in the follow:ng Question L; Question 1: BALLOT QUESTION Shall the Town of Wrentham be allowed to exempt from the provisions of Proposition two-and- one-half, so called, the amounts required to pay for the bonds issued in order to pay costs of planning, designing, constructing, equipping, and furnishing a new elementary school to replace the existing Roderick Elementary School, located at 1"20 Taunton Street in Wrentham, Massachusetts, Including the payment of all costs incidental or related thereto? Yes No Followedbya
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe that the Select Board seek voter approval at a Special Election to be held on June 15, 2026, to exempt from the provisions of General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C, the funds required for the payment of principal and interest on bonds, notes, or certificates of indebtedness, all as set forth in the follow:ng Question L; Question 1: BALLOT QUESTION Shall the Town of Wrentham be allowed to exempt from the provisions of Proposition two-and- one-half, so called, the amounts required to pay for the bonds issued in order to pay costs of planning, designing, constructing, equipping, and furnishing a new elementary school to replace the existing Roderick Elementary School, located at 1"20 Taunton Street in Wrentham, Massachusetts, Including the payment of all costs incidental or related thereto? Yes No Followedbyaroll call vote,Anderson-yes,Gallo-yes,Harrington-yes,Lamothe-yes,&Rouse-yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
The warrant for the Special Election to be held on June 15, 2026 is closed and notice hereof be transmitted to the Town Clerk
MOTION made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, that the warrant for the Special Election to be held on June 15, 2026 is closed and notice hereof be transmitted to the Town Clerk.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, that the warrant for the Special Election to be held on June 15, 2026 is closed and notice hereof be transmitted to the Town Clerk. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
6:35PM - PUBLIC HEARING * SWEATT FUND REQUESTS
Open the public hearing for the Sweatt Fund Requests
Motion made by Mr. Andreson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to open the public hearing for the Sweatt Fund Requests.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Andreson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to open the public hearing for the Sweatt Fund Requests. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Waive the reading of the public hearing notice for Sweatt Fund Requests
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice for Sweatt Fund Requests.
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 Sweatt Fund Requests. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Approve the Sweatt Fund Monies Requests as presented
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to approve the Sweatt Fund Monies Requests as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to approve the Sweatt Fund Monies Requests as presented. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson -yes, Gallo -yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Discussion and Vote for Vote bv Mail (VBM) for the June 15, 2026 Special Town Election
Open the public hearing for Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15,2A26 Special Town Election
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to open the public hearing for Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15,2A26 Special Town Election.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to open the public hearing for Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15,2A26 Special Town Election. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Waive the reading of the public hearing notice for Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15,2A26 Special Town Election
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice for Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15,2A26 Special Town Election
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to waive the reading of the public hearing notice for Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15,2A26 Special Town Election Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, l-amothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries,5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Lamothe)
Close the public hearing for Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15, 2025 Special Town Election
Motion made by Mr, Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to close the public hearing for Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15, 2025 Special Town Election.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr, Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to close the public hearing for Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15, 2025 Special Town Election. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Opt out of Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15, 2025 Special Town Election
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to opt out of Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15, 2025 Special Town Election.
Yes: Anderson, Gallo, Lamothe, RouseNo: Harrington
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to opt out of Vote by Mail (VBM) for the June 15, 2025 Special Town Election. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo * yes, Harrington * no, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries,4-1.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Interview & Appointment to the Board of Registrars - Stephan King, Teresa Guglielmi, & Laura Beltis
Appoint Ms. Guglielmi to the Board of Registrars to a term effective immediately and expiring March 31, 2029
Motion made by Mr, Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Ms. Guglielmi to the Board of Registrars to a term effective immediately and expiring March 31, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr, Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Ms. Guglielmi to the Board of Registrars to a term effective immediately and expiring March 31, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Moiion carries, 5- 0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Vote to Renew "Junk"/Antique Licenses
Renew the Junk/Antique Licenses for East Street Antiques located at 242 East Street and My Grandmother Had That Antiques located at 446 South Street
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to renew the Junk/Antique Licenses for East Street Antiques located at 242 East Street and My Grandmother Had That Antiques located at 446 South Street.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to renew the Junk/Antique Licenses for East Street Antiques located at 242 East Street and My Grandmother Had That Antiques located at 446 South Street. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
Appointments to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee
Appoint Rebecca Zitomer to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee for a term effective immediately and expiring June 30, 2027
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Rebecca Zitomer to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee for a term effective immediately and expiring June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Rebecca Zitomer to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee for a term effective immediately and expiring June 30, 2027. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, 6allo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Appoint Craig Garcia to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee for a term effective immediately and expiring June 30, 027
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Craig Garcia to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee for a term effective immediately and expiring June 30, 027.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Craig Garcia to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee for a term effective immediately and expiring June 30, 027. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington * yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Appoint Amy Jones to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee for a term effective immediately and expiring June 30, 027
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to appoint Amy Jones to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee for a term effective immediately and expiring June 30, 027.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to appoint Amy Jones to the Housing Production Plan Steering Committee for a term effective immediately and expiring June 30, 027. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Rouse)
Adjournment
Adjourn the open session meeting at 9:01PM
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 9:01PM.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 9:01PM. Followed by a roll call vote, Anderson - yes, Gallo - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Rouse)
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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