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Wayland Select Board
How the Wayland Select Board voted, from the Select Board’s official minutes. 5 Select Board members elected townwide for three-year terms. Thomas Fay joined the board after the spring 2019 town election; Louis Jurist left it (his last meeting was April 30, 2019). On May 6, 2019 the board chose Cherry Karlson as Chair and Doug Levine as Vice Chair (each 5-0). The 2020 town election was held on June 9, 2020 and Annual Town Meeting on September 12–13, 2020 because of COVID-19, so this board served until September 2020; most meetings from March 2020 on were held remotely. Covers 64 meetings, May 6 to September 12, 2020.
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What does the Select Board do? It is the town’s executive board. It prepares the Town Meeting warrant (the list of articles voters decide), appoints members of many town boards, hires the town’s top staff, signs warrants to pay town bills, and grants licenses and permits.
Town Meeting, not the Select Board, votes the town budget and town bylaws.
Sources: Massachusetts Select Board Handbook (MMA) · Mass. Division of Local Services: the town budgetBoard years
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Members
Vice-ChairDoug LevineVice Chair · At-large · at 56 of 64 meetings
Thomas FayMember · At-large · at 62 of 64 meetingsDavid WatkinsMember · At-large · at 0 of 0 meetings"At X of Y meetings" counts the members the minutes list as present at the start of each meeting in this record. Members who step out are listed on each meeting page.
Meetings
About missing minutes
Loaded: Wayland Select Board minutes (the board was called the Board of Selectmen until March 2022) from January 8, 2018 through September 8, 2026: 376 meetings and 2,527 votes. Minutes from 2018 through 2024 come from the town’s Document Center (Agendas & Minutes prior to 2025, Select Board), which holds the board’s open-session minutes back to July 2009 (MassVoter has loaded 2018 on); minutes from January 2025 on come from the town’s Agenda Center. All the minutes are typed documents with searchable text. Not here: executive-session minutes; two dates with no meeting (October 8, 2019, when there was no quorum, and September 30, 2021, when no meeting was called to order); March 25, 2025, when the board attended a Board of Public Works forum (agenda only, no minutes posted); and meetings after September 8, 2026 (the September 22 and October 5, 2026 minutes are not posted yet). On three days in early 2021 the board met twice; the morning meetings are listed as Special so the two stay separate. Wayland’s minutes record nearly every vote as a roll call by name (“YEA: T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin, C. Reynolds and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted. 5-0-0.”), and we show each member’s vote as recorded; members listed as absent for a vote or not listed are not shown as voting, with a note. Where a roll call lists a member twice, names someone the minutes do not show as present or no longer on the board, or does not match its stated count, we show the count only, with a note (16 votes). Where the minutes write “Adopted” but the roll call shows more no votes than yes votes, the motion is shown as failed, with a note. At joint meetings (with the Board of Health, School Committee, Board of Public Works, Board of Assessors, Planning Board, Housing Authority, Recreation Commission, Trust Fund Commission and others), only the Select Board members’ votes are shown, and votes taken by the other boards alone are left out. We will ask the town to confirm any noted vote.
Votes where members disagreed
Most board votes are unanimous. These are the ones where at least one member voted no or abstained, newest first.
Sep 12Support STM Article 2Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of…Failed 0–4 · No: Anderson, Antes, Fay, Levine
September 12, 2020: Support STM Article 2
L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen support STM Article 2.
No: Anderson, Antes, Fay, Levine
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen support STM Article 2. Roll Call Vote: YEA: none. NAY: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, D. Levine. ABSENT: C. Karlson. ABSTAIN: none. Not adoped 0-4.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Fay)
Aug 10Appoint Massimo Taurisano to the Board of Assessors to…Motion: M. Antes moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of…Passed Unanimous, 5 present · see note
August 10, 2020: Appoint Massimo Taurisano to the Board of Assessors to the end of Annual Town Meeting to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by J.…
M. Antes moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen vote to appoint Massimo Taurisano to the Board of Assessors to the end of Annual Town Meeting to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by J. Brodie, unless M. Taurisano can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election.
This was a joint vote with another board (count 9-0, including the other board’s members: yes: P. Parks, J. Todd, M. Upton, Z. Ventress). Only the Select Board members’ votes are shown.
From the minutes
“M. Antes moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen vote to appoint Massimo Taurisano to the Board of Assessors to the end of Annual Town Meeting to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by J. Brodie, unless M. Taurisano can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine, P. Parks, J. Todd, M. Upton, Z. Ventress. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 9-0.” (Motion: Antes, second: Fay)
Aug 10Support the proposed STM article known as Article B.…Motion: T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes, to support the proposed…Failed 0–5 · No: Anderson, Antes, Fay, Karlson, Levine
August 10, 2020: Support the proposed STM article known as Article B. Return Unused Funds
T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes, to support the proposed STM article known as Article B. Return Unused Funds. In discussion, Board members voiced opposition to an article that could undermine and preclude debate of Article 11 (CoA/CC Reallocation of Previously Appropriated Funds), which it supports.
No: Anderson, Antes, Fay, Karlson, Levine
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes, to support the proposed STM article known as Article B. Return Unused Funds. In discussion, Board members voiced opposition to an article that could undermine and preclude debate of Article 11 (CoA/CC Reallocation of Previously Appropriated Funds), which it supports. Roll Call Vote: YEA: none. NAY: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Motion did not pass, 0-5.” (Motion: Fay, second: Antes)
Jul 13Jointly with the School Committee, appoint Christopher M. Ryan…Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of…Passed Unanimous, 5 present · see note
July 13, 2020: Jointly with the School Committee, appoint Christopher M. Ryan to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Nate Buffum, unless Christopher M. Ryan can…
L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of Selectmen and School Committee appoint Christopher M. Ryan to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Nate Buffum, unless Christopher M. Ryan can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election.
This was a joint vote with another board (count 8-0, including the other board’s members: yes: J. Downs, E. Grieco, K. Reichelt; absent: Kathie Steinberg). Only the Select Board members’ votes are shown.
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of Selectmen and School Committee appoint Christopher M. Ryan to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Nate Buffum, unless Christopher M. Ryan can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine, J. Downs, E. Grieco, K. Reichelt NAY: none. ABSENT: Kathie Steinberg. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 8-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Levine)
Jul 13Jointly with the BoPW, appoint Robert L. Goldsmith to…Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Lowery, that the Board of…Passed Unanimous, 5 present · see note
July 13, 2020: Jointly with the BoPW, appoint Robert L. Goldsmith to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Patrick Murphy, unless Robert L. Goldsmith can sooner…
L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Lowery, that the Board of Selectmen and BoPW appoint Robert L. Goldsmith to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Patrick Murphy, unless Robert L. Goldsmith can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election.
This was a joint vote with another board (count 8-0, including the other board’s members: yes: M. Lowery, C. Lewis, J. Mishara; absent: M. Wegerbauer). Only the Select Board members’ votes are shown.
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Lowery, that the Board of Selectmen and BoPW appoint Robert L. Goldsmith to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Patrick Murphy, unless Robert L. Goldsmith can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine, M. Lowery, C. Lewis, J. Mishara. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Wegerbauer. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 8-0.” (Motion: Anderson)
Jun 25Appoint Ashley Fuller and Lynne Lipcon to the Cultural…Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board appoint…Passed 4–0 · see note
June 25, 2020: Appoint Ashley Fuller and Lynne Lipcon to the Cultural Council for a term ending June 30, 2023
L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board appoint Ashley Fuller and Lynne Lipcon to the Cultural Council for a term ending June 30, 2023.
Yes: Anderson, Fay, Karlson, LevineThe roll call lists Mary Antes as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board appoint Ashley Fuller and Lynne Lipcon to the Cultural Council for a term ending June 30, 2023. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Fay)
Jun 25Approve the Consent Calendar included in the Board Packet,…Motion: T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to approve the Consent…Passed 4–0 · see note
June 25, 2020: Approve the Consent Calendar included in the Board Packet, omitting item #10
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to approve the Consent Calendar included in the Board Packet, omitting item #10. In discussion, D. Levine asked for more information on item #7. C. Karlson reviewed the new protocols. Items #4, 5 and 6 pertain to design work for a storm water project. L. Anderson was disconnected from the meeting for five minutes between 8:47 p.m. and 8:52 p.m., L. Anderson rejoined the meeting by telephone.
Yes: Antes, Fay, Karlson, LevineThe roll call lists Lea Anderson as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to approve the Consent Calendar included in the Board Packet, omitting item #10. In discussion, D. Levine asked for more information on item #7. C. Karlson reviewed the new protocols. Items #4, 5 and 6 pertain to design work for a storm water project. L. Anderson was disconnected from the meeting for five minutes between 8:47 p.m. and 8:52 p.m., L. Anderson rejoined the meeting by telephone. Roll Call Vote: YEA: M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: L. Anderson. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Mar 16Authorize the Town Administrator to pursue multiple avenues to…Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Karlson
March 16, 2020: Authorize the Town Administrator to pursue multiple avenues to postpone the Town Election, including a court order, legislative act or Governor's Bill to decouple the Town Election and Annual Town...
L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen vote to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue multiple avenues to postpone the Town Election, including a court order, legislative act or Governor's Bill to decouple the Town Election and Annual Town Meeting; and to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue the postponement of the Town Election to a date no later than Oct. 13, 2020; and to authorize the Town Administrator and Town Clerk to work on logistical details of the postponement.
Yes: Anderson, Antes, Fay, LevineAbstained: Karlson
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen vote to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue multiple avenues to postpone the Town Election, including a court order, legislative act or Governor's Bill to decouple the Town Election and Annual Town Meeting; and to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue the postponement of the Town Election to a date no later than Oct. 13, 2020; and to authorize the Town Administrator and Town Clerk to work on logistical details of the postponement. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: C. Karlson. Adopted 4- 0-1.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Fay)
Feb 24Support Article (DD) Limit Carrying of firearms or dangerous…Motion: D. Levine moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board support…Failed 0–4 · No: Antes, Fay, Karlson, Levine · Abstained: Anderson
February 24, 2020: Support Article (DD) Limit Carrying of firearms or dangerous weapons
D. Levine moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board support Article (DD) Limit Carrying of firearms or dangerous weapons
No: Antes, Fay, Karlson, LevineAbstained: Anderson
From the minutes
“D. Levine moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board support Article (DD) Limit Carrying of firearms or dangerous weapons YEA: none. NAY: M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: L. Anderson. The motion failed 0-4-1.” (Motion: Levine, second: Antes)
Feb 24Recommend supporting Article (FF) Board of Selectmen to Prepare…Motion: T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of…Failed 0–5 · No: Anderson, Antes, Fay, Karlson, Levine
February 24, 2020: Recommend supporting Article (FF) Board of Selectmen to Prepare Budget; Moderator Appointed Finance Committee To Independently Review Warrant Articles Including Budget
T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of Selectmen vote to recommend supporting Article (FF) Board of Selectmen to Prepare Budget; Moderator Appointed Finance Committee To Independently Review Warrant Articles Including Budget.
No: Anderson, Antes, Fay, Karlson, Levine
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of Selectmen vote to recommend supporting Article (FF) Board of Selectmen to Prepare Budget; Moderator Appointed Finance Committee To Independently Review Warrant Articles Including Budget. YEA: none. NAY: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. The motion failed 0-5.” (Motion: Fay, second: Anderson)
From the Wayland Select Board’s official minutes: 2018 to 2024 from the town’s Document Center (Agendas & Minutes prior to 2025, Select Board), and 2025 on from its Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Wayland Patch candidate profiles (Thomas Fay, May 2022; William Whitney, April 2023; Carol Martin, April 2024; Doug Levine, May 2024), photos courtesy of the members. Christopher Reynolds from his candidate profile in The Wayland Post (April 2026).
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