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June 16, 2026
28 recorded votes, 2 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 June 2, 2026 Open Session Meeting Minutes
Motion fnade by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the June 2, 2026 Open Session Meeting Minutes.
From the minutes
“Motion fnade by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to approve the June 2, 2026 Open Session Meeting Minutes. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
6:50PM Public Hearing: National Grid Pole Petition - Green Street
Open the public hearing for the National Grid pole petition for Green Street
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to open the public hearing for the National Grid pole petition for Green Street.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to open the public hearing for the National Grid pole petition for Green Street. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington -yes, Lamothe -yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Rouse)
Waive the reading of the Public Hearing Notice
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to waive the reading of the Public Hearing Notice.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to waive the reading of the Public Hearing Notice. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
Close the Public Hearing
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to close the Public Hearing. Followedbya
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to close the Public Hearing. Followedbyaroll call vote,Rouse-yes,Anderson-yes,Harrington-yes,Lamothe-yes,&Gallo-yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Rouse)
Approve the National Grid pole petition for Green Street as presented
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to approve the National Grid pole petition for Green Street as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to approve the National Grid pole petition for Green Street as presented. Followed by a roll call vote, Gallo - yes, Lamothe - yes, Harrington - yes, Anderson - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Common Victualler License Application - The Kitchen at White Barn Farm
Approve the Common Victualler License Application for the Kitchen at White Barn Farm pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building Inspector, and Public Safety
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to approve the Common Vicutaller License Application for the Kitchen at White Barn Farm pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building Inspector, and Public Safety.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to approve the Common Vicutaller License Application for the Kitchen at White Barn Farm pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building Inspector, and Public Safety. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse *yes, Anderson -yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Lamothe)
PresentwasChris Kantlehnerand Katie Pearlof White Barn Farm. Mr. Kantlehnerand Ms. pearl
Approve the Special One Day AAlcohol License Application for White Barn Farm's Summer Nights at the Farm Series to take place on June 25, July 2, July 9, July 15, July 23, July 30, August 6, August
Motion made by Mr, Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to approve the Special One Day Alcohol License Application for White Barn Farm's Summer Nights at the Farm Series to take place on June 25, July 2, July 9, July 15, July 23, July 30, August 6, August 13, August 20, and August 27, 2026, pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building Inspector, and Public Safety.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr, Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to approve the Special One Day Alcohol License Application for White Barn Farm's Summer Nights at the Farm Series to take place on June 25, July 2, July 9, July 15, July 23, July 30, August 6, August 13, August 20, and August 27, 2026, pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building Inspector, and Public Safety. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5- 0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Reappoint Julie Garland to the Conservation Commission for a term effective july L, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, to reappoint Julie Garland to the Conservation Commission for a term effective july L, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, to reappoint Julie Garland to the Conservation Commission for a term effective july L, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Gallo - yes, Lamothe - yes, Harrington - yes, Anderson - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Rouse)
Appoint Brian Tufts to the Conservation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, to appoint Brian Tufts to the Conservation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, to appoint Brian Tufts to the Conservation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Gallo - yes, Lamothe - yes, Harrington - yes, Anderson - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Cultural Council
Appoint Jeanne Lightbody to the Cultural Council for a term effective July 1, 026 and expiring June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to appoint Jeanne Lightbody to the Cultural Council for a term effective July 1, 026 and expiring June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to appoint Jeanne Lightbody to the Cultural Council for a term effective July 1, 026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Rouse)
Economic Development Commission
Appoint Kate Duggan to the Economic Development Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2031
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to appoint Kate Duggan to the Economic Development Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2031. Foiiowecibyaroiicaiivote,
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to appoint Kate Duggan to the Economic Development Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2031. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0..” (Motion: Gallo, second: Harrington)
Appoint Matthew Gray to the Economic Development Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 203L. Followedbya
Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to appoint Matthew Gray to the Economic Development Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 203L. Followedbya
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Gallo, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to appoint Matthew Gray to the Economic Development Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 203L. Followedbyaroll call vote,Rouse-yes,Anderson-yes,Harrington-yes,Lamothe-yes,&Gallo-yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Gallo, second: Harrington)
Reappoint Raymond Rose to the Historical Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to reappoint Raymond Rose to the Historical Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to reappoint Raymond Rose to the Historical Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Lamothe - yes, Harrington - yes, Anderson - yes, Rouse - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0..” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
Reappoint Leo Baldyga to the Historical Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to reappoint Leo Baldyga to the Historical Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to reappoint Leo Baldyga to the Historical Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Lamothe - yes, Harrington - yes, Anderson - yes, Rouse - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Lamothe)
Appoint Paul Bender to the Historical Commission for a term effective July 1, 026 and expiring June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Paul Bender to the Historical Commission for a term effective July 1, 026 and expiring June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Paul Bender to the Historical Commission for a term effective July 1, 026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5- 0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Lamothe)
Reappoint Jane D'Amico to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to reappoint Jane D'Amico to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to reappoint Jane D'Amico to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, LamOthe - yes, & Gallo - yes' Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Rouse)
Reappoint Adam Moon to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 026 and expiring June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to reappoint Adam Moon to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 026 and expiring June 30, 2029.
Yes: Anderson, Gallo, HarringtonNo: Lamothe, Rouse
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to reappoint Adam Moon to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - no, Anderson * yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - no, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 3-2.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Reappoint Chris McKenna to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to reappoint Chris McKenna to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followedbya
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to reappoint Chris McKenna to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2029. Followedbyaroll call vote,Rouse-yes,Anderson-yes,Harrington-yes,Lamothe-yes,&Gallo-yes. Motion carries,5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Appoint John Jackson to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to appoint John Jackson to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to appoint John Jackson to the Recreation Commission for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5- 0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Gallo)
Sweatt Fund Advisory Committee
Appoint Mary Giacalone to the Sweatt Fund Advisory Committee for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027 . Followedbya
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Mary Giacalone to the Sweatt Fund Advisory Committee for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027 . Followedbya
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Mary Giacalone to the Sweatt Fund Advisory Committee for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027 . Followedbyaroll call vote,Rouse-yes,Anderson-yes,Harrington-yes,Lamothe-yes,&Gallo-yes. Motion carries,5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Appoint Chandler Ross to the Sweatt Fund Advisory Committee for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to appoint Chandler Ross to the Sweatt Fund Advisory Committee for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027. Followedbya
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to appoint Chandler Ross to the Sweatt Fund Advisory Committee for a term effective July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2027. Followedbyaroll call vote,Gallo-yes,Lamothe-yes,Harrington-yes,Anderson-yes,&Rouse-yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Harrington)
Reappointment of Leo Immonen to the Community Preservation Commission as a Conservation
Reappoint Leo Immonen to the Community Preservation Commission as a Conservation Commission Representative for a term beginning on July t,2026 and ending on June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to reappoint Leo Immonen to the Community Preservation Commission as a Conservation Commission Representative for a term beginning on July t,2026 and ending on June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to reappoint Leo Immonen to the Community Preservation Commission as a Conservation Commission Representative for a term beginning on July t,2026 and ending on June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse -yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Reappoint Charles Woodhams to the Community Preservation Commission as a Planning Board Representative for a term beginning on July 1, 2026 and ending on June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to reappoint Charles Woodhams to the Community Preservation Commission as a Planning Board Representative for a term beginning on July 1, 2026 and ending on June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to reappoint Charles Woodhams to the Community Preservation Commission as a Planning Board Representative for a term beginning on July 1, 2026 and ending on June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Reappointments to Boards/Committees/Commissions
Reappoint members of Boards, Committees, and Commissions with terms expiring June 30, 2026 as presented
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to reappoint members of Boards, Committees, and Commissions with terms expiring June 30, 2026 as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to reappoint members of Boards, Committees, and Commissions with terms expiring June 30, 2026 as presented. Followed by a roll call vote, Gallo - yes, Lamothe - yes, Harrington - yes, Anderson - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
Election Worker Appointments
Appoint the election workers for a term effective from July 1,,2026 through August 3t,2027 as presented
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to appoint the election workers for a term effective from July 1,,2026 through August 3t,2027 as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the Board voted to appoint the election workers for a term effective from July 1,,2026 through August 3t,2027 as presented. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5- 0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Anderson)
Vote to Place a Conservation Restriction on the Property at 431 South Street
Approve the Conservation Restriction on property located at 431 South Street from Eliot Raymond, Trustee of Ataxia Realty Trust to the Town of Wrentham acting by and through its Conservation
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the Conservation Restriction on property located at 431 South Street from Eliot Raymond, Trustee of Ataxia Realty Trust to the Town of Wrentham acting by and through its Conservation Commission and to Metacomet Land Trust, Inc. in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the Massachusetts Generai Laws.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the Conservation Restriction on property located at 431 South Street from Eliot Raymond, Trustee of Ataxia Realty Trust to the Town of Wrentham acting by and through its Conservation Commission and to Metacomet Land Trust, Inc. in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the Massachusetts Generai Laws. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Anderson - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Rouse)
Vote to Place a Conservation Restriction on the Property at 85 & 95 Beach Street
Approve the Conservation Restriction on property located at 85 & 95 Beach Street from Metacomet Trust, Inc. to the Town of Wrentham acting by and through its conservation commission in the public
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to approve the Conservation Restriction on property located at 85 & 95 Beach Street from Metacomet Trust, Inc. to the Town of Wrentham acting by and through its conservation commission in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the Massachusetts General Laws.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to approve the Conservation Restriction on property located at 85 & 95 Beach Street from Metacomet Trust, Inc. to the Town of Wrentham acting by and through its conservation commission in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the Massachusetts General Laws. Followed by a roll call vote, Gallo - yes, Lamothe - yes, Harrington - yes, Anderson - yes, & Rouse - yes. Motion carries, 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Lamothe)
Adjournment
Adjourn the open session meeting at 10:00 PM. Respectful ly subm itted, Mya Matarazzo, Executive Assistant PageT of7
Motion made by Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 10:00 PM. Respectful ly subm itted, Mya Matarazzo, Executive Assistant PageT of7
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. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 10:00 PM. Respectful ly subm itted, Mya Matarazzo, Executive Assistant PageT of7.” (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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