Wrentham's main governing board. Sets town policy, approves major contracts, and makes key appointments.
102 items across 8 meetings.
June 16, 2026 · agenda
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Routine opening; meeting held fully remote via Zoom per Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025.
📋 Proposed
Board approves prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Hearing on National Grid's request to install or relocate utility poles on Green Street.
📋 Proposed
New food-service license application for The Kitchen at White Barn Farm.
📋 Proposed
Ten one-day event licenses requested for White Barn Farm on dates spanning June 25 through August 27.
📋 Proposed
Board interviews candidates and fills open seats on six volunteer boards and committees.
📋 Proposed
Leo Immonen reappointed as Conservation Commission's representative on the CPC.
📋 Proposed
Charles Woodhams reappointed as Planning Board's representative on the CPC.
📋 Proposed
General slate of reappointments to unspecified boards and committees.
📋 Proposed
Board appoints election workers for upcoming elections.
📋 Proposed
Board votes to place a permanent conservation restriction on the property at 431 South Street, limiting future development.
📋 Proposed
Board votes to place a permanent conservation restriction on parcels at 85 and 95 Beach Street.
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Residents may address the board on any topic.
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Town Manager presents updates to the board.
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Meeting adjourned; next Select Board meeting is July 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
June 2, 2026 · agenda
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Routine opening at 6:30 PM via Zoom (remote meeting under Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025).
📋 Proposed
Approval of prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Hearing on a license change for The Gavel covering new officers/directors/LLC managers and a change in stock interest.
📋 Proposed
Outdoor vendor market planned for June 20 and July 18, 2026; location not specified in agenda.
💬 Discussed
Chair Alan Selling presents an update on open-space planning and land conservation efforts.
💬 Discussed
Gina Silarais updates the board on planning for Wrentham's participation in the national 250th anniversary celebration.
📋 Proposed
Julie Garland is interviewed for re-appointment to the Conservation Commission.
📋 Proposed
Richard Mayhew (Wrentham Housing Authority rep) is up for appointment to the Housing Production Plan Committee.
📋 Proposed
Board accepts resignations from Lisa Bailey (Historical Commission), Tatiana Danilova (Economic Development Commission), and Delana Reardon (Conservation Commission).
📋 Proposed
Board votes on an agreement with DCR (Dept. of Conservation & Recreation) authorizing demolition of the structure at 2095 West Street.
📋 Proposed
Board votes to place a permanent conservation restriction (legally binding limit on development) on the parcel at 2095 West Street.
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Public comment period.
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Town Manager delivers a report to the board.
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Meeting adjourns; next meeting June 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
June 2, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Routine approval of prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Hearing on a liquor-license amendment for The Gavel to change its officers, directors, LLC managers, and stock interest.
📍 36 South Street
📋 Proposed
Outdoor vendor market proposed for two dates: June 20 and July 18, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Chair Alan Selling will present a status update on the Open Space Committee's work.
📋 Proposed
Gina Silarais will update the board on planning for Wrentham's U.S. 250th anniversary celebration.
📋 Proposed
Board will interview Julie Garland for re-appointment and Shawn Dooley for a new seat on the Conservation Commission.
📋 Proposed
Richard Mayhew, Wrentham Housing Authority representative, is proposed for appointment to the Housing Production Plan Committee.
📋 Proposed
Board will accept resignations from Lisa Bailey (Historical Commission), Tatiana Danilovea (Economic Development Commission), and Delana Reardon (Conservation Commission).
📋 Proposed
Board votes on an MOA with the state DCR (Dept. of Conservation & Recreation) to demolish the structure at 2095 West Street.
📍 2095 West Street
📋 Proposed
Board votes to place a permanent conservation restriction on the parcel at 2095 West Street, limiting future development.
📍 2095 West Street
📋 Proposed
Open public comment period.
📋 Proposed
Routine update from the Town Manager.
📋 Proposed
Meeting adjourned; next meeting June 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
May 19, 2026 · minutes
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May 5, 2026 open session minutes listed for documentation.
💬 Discussed
Special Election on Monday, June 15 at Delaney Elementary to vote on a debt exclusion for the Roderick School building project; polls 7 AM–8 PM.
💰 Debt exclusion vote — property tax impact if approved
📍 Delaney Elementary School
💬 Discussed
Annual Spring Town Meeting at King Philip High School on June 1 at 7 PM; residents urged to arrive early for check-in.
📍 King Philip High School
💬 Discussed
Mandatory Stage II Water Ban in effect May 1–September 30; non-essential outdoor water use prohibited 7 AM–7 PM.
💬 Discussed
Annual Memorial Day Parade on May 25 starts 10:30 AM at King Philip Plaza, proceeds to Wrentham Cemetery, concludes at the Town Common.
📍 King Philip Plaza / Wrentham Cemetery / Town Common
💬 Discussed
Wrentham Historical Commission hosting America's 250th anniversary observance on the Town Common on June 5 at 5 PM.
📍 Town Common
💬 Discussed
Open Space Committee event June 6 at 9 AM at the Senior Center on gardening with biodiversity and native pollinators; open to all ages.
📍 Senior Center
💬 Discussed
CMS representative Mr. Apone presented a slideshow updating the Board on project progress and upcoming milestones; no vote taken.
✅ Approved
Board unanimously adopted an updated sustainable purchasing policy covering recycled products procurement.
✅ Approved
Mr. Harrington assigned to move Article 1 and Mr. Lamothe assigned to move Article 14 at the June 1 Town Meeting.
💬 Discussed
Finance Committee voted to recommend all financial articles for the June 1 Annual Spring Town Meeting.
💰 Town budget/financial articles pending Town Meeting vote
💬 Discussed
Town Manager provided an update on the Roderick School Building Project; details not specified in minutes.
💬 Discussed
Construction has begun on Phase II of the Route 140 Stormwater Project to address stormwater impacts along Route 140.
📍 Route 140
💬 Discussed
Final interviews for the Director of Planning and Economic Development position are scheduled for May 26, 2026.
💬 Discussed
Job advertisement for the Regional Conservation Agent will be posted later in the week.
✅ Approved
Meeting adjourned at 8:02 PM, 5-0.
May 19, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Routine meeting opening and announcements by the Chairman.
📋 Proposed
Approval of prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Board will consider a special event permit for a fireworks show at Lake Pearl on June 7, 2026.
💬 Discussed
Status update on Wrentham's Memorial Day observances.
💬 Discussed
Representative John Genereux provides an update on Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical School affairs.
💬 Discussed
Conservation Commission chair and vice-chair present a status update on commission activities.
💬 Discussed
Update on planning for Wrentham's upcoming USA 250th anniversary celebration event.
💬 Discussed
Construction manager Luke Apone updates the Board on the new Public Works building project's progress.
💬 Discussed
Engineer Michael Moonan updates the Board on construction progress at the Rice Complex.
📋 Proposed
Board may vote to update its policy on purchasing recycled products.
📋 Proposed
Board assigns members to present and move articles at the upcoming Town Meeting.
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Residents may address the Board on any topic.
💬 Discussed
Town Manager provides a general update on municipal operations.
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Meeting adjourned; next meeting June 1, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
May 5, 2026 · minutes
✅ Approved
Prior open session minutes approved 5-0.
💬 Discussed
Stage II water ban (no non-essential use 7AM–7PM, May 1–Sept 30) is in effect; summer brush dump hours resumed; Algonquin Gas hosting a public open house May 14 at 273 Wrentham Rd, Bellingham on proposed pipeline infrastructure upgrades.
📍 273 Wrentham Rd, Bellingham (Algonquin open house)
✅ Approved
Board approved a change of officers, directors, and ownership interest for PH Wrentham, Inc. d/b/a The Gavel at 36 South St., 5-0.
📍 36 South St.
💬 Discussed
Ray Rose reported on community outreach, veteran support services, and an ongoing banner project.
💬 Discussed
National Grid representatives presented an overview of the AMI smart meter rollout and provided resources for affected residents.
✅ Approved
Board accepted Deschamps' resignation from the Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund committee, effective June 1, 2026, 5-0.
✅ Approved
Board approved the sale of $19.56M in bonds to Fidelity Capital Markets at $20,067,735.61 to fund the new DPW facility; bonds mature between 2027–2056 at 4–5% interest.
💰 $19,560,000 bond issuance; sold at $20,067,735.61; repayment runs 2027–2056
✅ Approved
Board signed the warrant for the June 1, 2026 Annual Spring Town Meeting, 5-0.
✅ Approved
Board signed the warrant for a June 15, 2026 Special Town Election, 5-0.
💬 Discussed
Town Manager presented recommendations for allocating one-time revenue funds; Board discussed but took no vote, directing members to review the memo and submit questions.
✅ Approved
Board voted 5-0 to adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 municipal budget.
💬 Discussed
Updates included: Rice Complex build-out pre-bid walkthrough (May 5), Sweatt Park lighting bid pending, Planning Director vacancy being filled, Salt Shed demolished for new DPW facility, and Water Dept. received a DEP drinking water award.
✅ Approved
Meeting adjourned at 7:33 PM.
May 5, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Routine meeting opening by the Chairman.
📋 Proposed
Approval of prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
License amendment requested for The Gavel to update its listed officers, directors, or LLC managers.
💬 Discussed
Veterans Advisory Board representative Ray gives a status update to the Select Board.
💬 Discussed
Update on National Grid's AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure — digital smart-meter) replacement program affecting Wrentham residents.
📋 Proposed
Board accepts the resignation of Anna Deschamps from the Elderly and Disabled Tax Aid Committee.
📋 Proposed
Board votes to issue $19,560,000 in GO bonds dated May 14, 2026, to finance a public works facility, and to execute closing documents.
📋 Proposed
Board reviews and votes to sign the warrant setting the official agenda for the June 1, 2026 Annual Spring Town Meeting.
📋 Proposed
Board votes to sign the warrant calling a Special Election for June 15, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Board reviews recommendations for applying one-time (non-recurring) revenue sources, which may affect the town budget.
📋 Proposed
Board votes to formally adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 municipal budget.
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Residents may address the Select Board during open public comment.
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Town Manager provides updates to the Select Board.
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Meeting closes; next meeting scheduled May 19, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.