Mangano v. Town of Wilmington

In his complaint for declaratory relief, James W. Mangano sought a declaration that the town of Wilmington (town) wrongfully withdrew certain real property from the bidding process and therefore the town should be ordered to accept his bid. Both parties filed motions for summary judgment and a Superior Court judge ruled in favor of the town and dismissed Mangano’s complaint. We conclude that Mangano cannot force the town to accept his bid.

Facts. The essential facts are undisputed. A vote was taken at a Wilmington town meeting to transfer a parcel of land on Rollins Road to the board of…