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August 18, 2026
10 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Christopher Gallo, William Harrington, Roy Lamothe, Michelle Rouse
Absent: James Anderson
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Minutes
Approve the July 14, 2026 Open Session Meeting Minutes
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the July 14, 2026 Open Session Meeting Minutes.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the July 14, 2026 Open Session Meeting Minutes. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries,4-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Rouse)
6:35PM public Hearing: Apple New England LLC d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar - 1048
Approve the Special Event Application for Paranormal Cirque to take place at the Cracker Barrel Fairgrounds between August 21, 2026 and August 24, 2026 pending good standing with the Board of
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the Special Event Application for Paranormal Cirque to take place at the Cracker Barrel Fairgrounds between August 21, 2026 and August 24, 2026 pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building Inspector, and Public Safety.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to approve the Special Event Application for Paranormal Cirque to take place at the Cracker Barrel Fairgrounds between August 21, 2026 and August 24, 2026 pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building Inspector, and Public Safety. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries,4-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Rouse)
Approve the Special Event Application for Cirque Italia to take place at the Wrentham Outlets between October 2, 2026 and October 5, 2026 pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to approve the Special Event Application for Cirque Italia to take place at the Wrentham Outlets between October 2, 2026 and October 5, 2026 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 Special Event Application for Cirque Italia to take place at the Wrentham Outlets between October 2, 2026 and October 5, 2026 pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building Inspector, and Public Safety. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 4-O.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Lamothe)
Special One Day AAlcohol License Application - Watermelon Festival at White Barn Farm (8/2212026)
Approve the Special One Day AAlcohol License Application for White Barn Farm's Watermelon Festival to take place on August 22, 2026, pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to approve the Special One Day Alcohol License Application for White Barn Farm's Watermelon Festival to take place on August 22, 2026, 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 Special One Day Alcohol License Application for White Barn Farm's Watermelon Festival to take place on August 22, 2026, pending good standing with the Board of Health, Building Inspector, and Public Safety. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington * yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 4-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Lamothe)
Interview/Appointment of Sean Barry to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Appoint Sean Barry to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2029
Motion made by Ms, Rouse, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Sean Barry to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Ms, Rouse, seconded by Mr. Lamothe, the Board voted to appoint Sean Barry to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 4-0.” (Motion: Rouse, second: Lamothe)
Interview/Appointment of John Adams to the Commission on Disability
Appoint John Adams to the Commission on Disability for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2029
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to appoint John Adams to the Commission on Disability for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to appoint John Adams to the Commission on Disability for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 4-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Rouse)
Appointment of Jill Brilhante to the Cable Advisory Committee as a King Philip Regional School
Appoint Jill Brilhante to the Cable Advisory Committee as a King Philip Regionalschool Committee Representative for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2029
Motion made by Ms. Rouse, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to appoint Jill Brilhante to the Cable Advisory Committee as a King Philip Regionalschool Committee Representative for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Ms. Rouse, seconded by Mr. Harrington, the Board voted to appoint Jill Brilhante to the Cable Advisory Committee as a King Philip Regionalschool Committee Representative for a term effective immediately and expiring on June 30, 2029. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 4-0.” (Motion: Rouse, second: Harrington)
Vote to Open and Close the Warrant for the November 9, 2026 Annual Fall Town Meeting
Open the Warrant forthe November 9, 2026 Annual Fall Town Meeting on August 19, 2026 and close the Warrant on October 9, 2026
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms, Rouse, the Board voted to open the Warrant forthe November 9, 2026 Annual Fall Town Meeting on August 19, 2026 and close the Warrant on October 9, 2026.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Ms, Rouse, the Board voted to open the Warrant forthe November 9, 2026 Annual Fall Town Meeting on August 19, 2026 and close the Warrant on October 9, 2026. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington * yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 4-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Rouse)
EXECUTIVE SESSION: MGL c. 30A, Section ztbl?l
Enter into executive session pursuant to Mass
Motion made by Mr. Lamothe, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to enter into executive session pursuant to Mass. General Law Chapter 30A, Section zL(aJQl - to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Fire Department and to enter back into open session for a purpose of adjournment only.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Lamothe, seconded by Ms. Rouse, the Board voted to enter into executive session pursuant to Mass. General Law Chapter 30A, Section zL(aJQl - to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Fire Department and to enter back into open session for a purpose of adjournment only. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 4-0.” (Motion: Lamothe, second: Rouse)
Adjournment
Adjourn the open session meeting at 9:02PM
Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 9:02PM.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Harrington, seconded by Mr. Gallo, the Board voted to adjourn the open session meeting at 9:02PM. Followed by a roll call vote, Rouse - yes, Harrington - yes, Lamothe - yes, & Gallo - yes. Motion carries, 4-0.” (Motion: Harrington, 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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