MassVoter.com← Wayland Select BoardWayland Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
February 3, 2020
10 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Lea Anderson, Mary Antes, Thomas Fay, Cherry Karlson, Doug Levine
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Doug Levine arrived after the meeting began (at 7:05 p.m.).
Every vote, in order
A3. Appointments; Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
Appoint Brian O'Herlihy to the Audit Committee for a term ending June 30, 2020
M. Antes moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of Selectmen appoint Brian O'Herlihy to the Audit Committee for a term ending June 30, 2020. In discussion, L. Anderson acknowledged that B. O'Herlihy had been a huge contributor to the Town, had previously served on the Board of Selectmen as well as other committees, and his background was well-suited to serve on the Audit Committee. D. Levine concurred.
From the minutes
“M. Antes moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of Selectmen appoint Brian O'Herlihy to the Audit Committee for a term ending June 30, 2020. In discussion, L. Anderson acknowledged that B. O'Herlihy had been a huge contributor to the Town, had previously served on the Board of Selectmen as well as other committees, and his background was well-suited to serve on the Audit Committee. D. Levine concurred. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Antes, second: Levine)
A8. Minutes: Review and vote to approve minutes of January 21, 2020, January 22, 2020, January 27, 2020
Approve the minutes of January 21, 2020 as amended, January 22, 2020, and January 27, 2020 as amended
M. Antes moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of January 21, 2020 as amended, January 22, 2020, and January 27, 2020 as amended.
From the minutes
“M. Antes moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of Selectmen approve the minutes of January 21, 2020 as amended, January 22, 2020, and January 27, 2020 as amended. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Antes, second: Anderson)
A9. Consent: Review and vote to approve (see separate sheet)
Approve the Consent Calendar in the Board Packet
M. Antes moved, seconded by L. Anderson, to approve the Consent Calendar in the Board Packet. In discussion, L. Miller reported to the Board there was a revision to Contract Amendment No. 1 for Contract No. 19-2004, an edit to an amendment that corrected the amounts to read $24,980, with the revised contract amount of $128,380. L. Miller would provide a corrected amendment for the Board to sign.
From the minutes
“M. Antes moved, seconded by L. Anderson, to approve the Consent Calendar in the Board Packet. In discussion, L. Miller reported to the Board there was a revision to Contract Amendment No. 1 for Contract No. 19-2004, an edit to an amendment that corrected the amounts to read $24,980, with the revised contract amount of $128,380. L. Miller would provide a corrected amendment for the Board to sign. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Antes, second: Anderson)
A4. Annual Town Meeting (ATM) Articles: Review and discussion; potential votes to insert in Warrant
Insert and support the four articles: Recognize Citizens and Employees for Particular Service to the Town; Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding; Fiscal 2021 Revolving Fund Expenditure...
L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of Selectmen vote to insert and support the four articles: Recognize Citizens and Employees for Particular Service to the Town; Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding; Fiscal 2021 Revolving Fund Expenditure Limits; Sell or Trade Vehicles and Equipment.
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of Selectmen vote to insert and support the four articles: Recognize Citizens and Employees for Particular Service to the Town; Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding; Fiscal 2021 Revolving Fund Expenditure Limits; Sell or Trade Vehicles and Equipment. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Levine)
Insert Article (BB) Roof Replacement - Loker Elementary School
L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Antes to vote to insert Article (BB) Roof Replacement - Loker Elementary School.
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Antes to vote to insert Article (BB) Roof Replacement - Loker Elementary School. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Antes)
Support Article (BB) Roof Replacement - Loker Elementary School
M. Antes moved, seconded by L. Anderson to support Article (BB) Roof Replacement - Loker Elementary School.
From the minutes
“M. Antes moved, seconded by L. Anderson to support Article (BB) Roof Replacement - Loker Elementary School. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Antes, second: Anderson)
A5. Debt Exclusion: Discussion and vote on putting a debt exclusion question on the March 2020 ballot
Put a debt exclusion question on the March 2020 ballot for the Loker School roof replacement
T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes that the Board vote to put a debt exclusion question on the March 2020 ballot for the Loker School roof replacement. In discussion, C. Karlson stated the motion follows the recommendation of the Finance Committee and is a much needed project.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes that the Board vote to put a debt exclusion question on the March 2020 ballot for the Loker School roof replacement. In discussion, C. Karlson stated the motion follows the recommendation of the Finance Committee and is a much needed project. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Antes)
A6. Town Administrator's Report and Updates
Permit the Town Administrator to relay the message about prioritized reductions as described to the Finance Committee
T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board vote to permit the Town Administrator to relay the message about prioritized reductions as described to the Finance Committee. The Board anticipates room in these budgets to make the reductions without impacting services next year.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board vote to permit the Town Administrator to relay the message about prioritized reductions as described to the Finance Committee. The Board anticipates room in these budgets to make the reductions without impacting services next year. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Antes)
A13. Enter into Executive Session Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)
Enter into Executive Session Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the New England Police...
C. Karlson moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board of Selectmen enter into Executive Session Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA)/Wayland Police Officers Union (WPOU) Local 176; and Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease or value of real estate in regard to the Rivers Edge Project at 484-490 Boston Post Road; and Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2), (3), and (6), to review and approve the executive session minutes of November 25; December 9; December 16, 2019; January 6 and January 13, 2020 with the intent to approving and holding said minutes. The Chair declares that a public discussion of these matters may have a detrimental effect on the litigating, negotiating or bargaining position of the Town.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board of Selectmen enter into Executive Session Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA)/Wayland Police Officers Union (WPOU) Local 176; and Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease or value of real estate in regard to the Rivers Edge Project at 484-490 Boston Post Road; and Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2), (3), and (6), to review and approve the executive session minutes of November 25; December 9; December 16, 2019; January 6 and January 13, 2020 with the intent to approving and holding said minutes. The Chair declares that a public discussion of these matters may have a detrimental effect on the litigating, negotiating or bargaining position of the Town. Roll call vote: YEA: T. Fay, M. Antes, C. Karlson, D. Levine, L. Anderson. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Antes)
A14. Adjourn
Adjourn
L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Antes, to adjourn the meeting at 10:04 p.m.
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Antes, to adjourn the meeting at 10:04 p.m. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Karlson. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Antes)
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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