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June 27, 2022
17 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Thomas Fay, Adam Gutbezahl, Cherry Karlson, Carol Martin, David Watkins
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A3. FY2022 Year Line Item Transfers: discussion with Acting Town Manager and Finance Director;
Approve the FY 2022 line item transfers as outlined in the packet
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the FY 2022 line item transfers as outlined in the packet.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the FY 2022 line item transfers as outlined in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Watkins)
A4. Finance Department Reorganization: discussion and vote to approve the reorganization: B
Approve the reorganization of the Finance Department as presented in the memorandum dated June 6, 2022 in the packet
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the reorganization of the Finance Department as presented in the memorandum dated June 6, 2022 in the packet.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the reorganization of the Finance Department as presented in the memorandum dated June 6, 2022 in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Gutbezahl, second: Fay)
A5. Earth Well Farms, LLC Medical Marijuana Dispensary Agreement: review terms, discussion;
Authorize the Town Manager to sign the Host Community Agreement and to make changes as discussed in the meeting
C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board authorize the Town Manager to sign the Host Community Agreement and to make changes as discussed in the meeting. In discussion, C. Karlson APPROVED JULY 18, 2022 summarized the changes made by the Board.
Yes: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, MartinThe roll call lists David Watkins as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board authorize the Town Manager to sign the Host Community Agreement and to make changes as discussed in the meeting. In discussion, C. Karlson APPROVED JULY 18, 2022 summarized the changes made by the Board. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: D. Watkins. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Fay)
A13. Consent Calendar: review and vote to approve
Approve the Consent Calendar
C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to approve the Consent Calendar.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to approve the Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Gutbezahl)
A6.b. Vote to Award Town Manager Consultant Contract; discuss next steps
Allow the Assistant Town Manager, J. Bugbee to finalize the agreement with input from the Select Board Chair, and authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the contract with the Paradigm...
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to allow the Assistant Town Manager, J. Bugbee to finalize the agreement with input from the Select Board Chair, and authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the contract with the Paradigm Associates, LLC. S. Crane reported that he abstained from the selection process of the search firm due to his potential candidacy for the role. D. Watkins and C. Martin expressed opposition to approving the contract with Paradigm.
Yes: Fay, Gutbezahl, KarlsonNo: Martin, Watkins
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to allow the Assistant Town Manager, J. Bugbee to finalize the agreement with input from the Select Board Chair, and authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the contract with the Paradigm Associates, LLC. S. Crane reported that he abstained from the selection process of the search firm due to his potential candidacy for the role. D. Watkins and C. Martin expressed opposition to approving the contract with Paradigm. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson. NAY: C. Martin, D. Watkins. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 3-2.” (Motion: Fay, second: Gutbezahl)
A6.c. Screening Committee: update on the number of applicants; vote to set an end date for
Close the application period for the Town Manager screening committee at midnight on June 27, 2022
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Board close the application period for the Town Manager screening committee at midnight on June 27, 2022.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Board close the application period for the Town Manager screening committee at midnight on June 27, 2022. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Gutbezahl)
A8. Appointments to Committee: Vote to reappoint the following volunteers
Appoint S. Bryant to the Historical Commission for a term ending June 30, 2025
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board appoint S. Bryant to the Historical Commission for a term ending June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board appoint S. Bryant to the Historical Commission for a term ending June 30, 2025. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Martin)
A9. Energy & Climate Committee (ECC) Update: Presentation of Climate Action Mobilization Plan
Endorse the Climate Mobilization Action Plan (CAMP) as written on pages 58 through Page 68 of the packet
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board endorse the Climate Mobilization Action Plan (CAMP) as written on pages 58 through Page 68 of the packet.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board endorse the Climate Mobilization Action Plan (CAMP) as written on pages 58 through Page 68 of the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Gutbezahl, second: Fay)
A8. Appointments to Committee: vote to reappoint the following volunteers
Approve the list of reappointments as listed on page 2 of the June 27, 2022 posted agenda
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board approve the list of reappointments as listed on page 2 of the June 27, 2022 posted agenda.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board approve the list of reappointments as listed on page 2 of the June 27, 2022 posted agenda. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Martin)
A8. Appointments to Committee: Vote to confirm appointment of the following volunteers
Confirm the list of appointments as listed on page 3 of the June 27, 2022 posted agenda
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board vote to confirm the list of appointments as listed on page 3 of the June 27, 2022 posted agenda.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board vote to confirm the list of appointments as listed on page 3 of the June 27, 2022 posted agenda. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Watkins)
A8. Appointments to Committee: Discuss and potential vote to appoint
Appoint P. Roman and M. Hoyle to the Finance Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board appoint P. Roman and M. Hoyle to the Finance Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board appoint P. Roman and M. Hoyle to the Finance Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Martin)
Appoint B. O'Herlihy to the Finance Committee for a one-year term ending June 30, 2023
D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board appoint B. O'Herlihy to the Finance Committee for a one-year term ending June 30, 2023. T. Fay reiterated that B. O'Herlihy was qualified and brought good experience to the Town, but also supported the value of new volunteers. A. Gutbezahl agreed with the value that new volunteers may bring, but that the Finance Committee could benefit from institutional knowledge. C. Karlson described B. O'Herlihy as a workhorse and intelligent, and expressed that the Finance Committee may not be the right place for him to serve.
Yes: Gutbezahl, Martin, WatkinsNo: Fay, Karlson
From the minutes
“D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board appoint B. O'Herlihy to the Finance Committee for a one-year term ending June 30, 2023. T. Fay reiterated that B. O'Herlihy was qualified and brought good experience to the Town, but also supported the value of new volunteers. A. Gutbezahl agreed with the value that new volunteers may bring, but that the Finance Committee could benefit from institutional knowledge. C. Karlson described B. O'Herlihy as a workhorse and intelligent, and expressed that the Finance Committee may not be the right place for him to serve. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Gutbezahl, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: T. Fay, C. Karlson. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Adopted 3-2.” (Motion: Watkins, second: Martin)
Appoint J. Barnett to the Finance Committee for a term ending on June 30, 2023
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board appoint J. Barnett to the Finance Committee for a term ending on June 30, 2023. A. Gutbezahl expressed his intent to abstain from the vote due to lack of information as a result of the interview time-constraints. T. Fay expressed support for J. Barnett to having a slight edge over other qualified candidates.
Yes: Fay, Karlson, Martin, WatkinsAbstained: Gutbezahl
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board appoint J. Barnett to the Finance Committee for a term ending on June 30, 2023. A. Gutbezahl expressed his intent to abstain from the vote due to lack of information as a result of the interview time-constraints. T. Fay expressed support for J. Barnett to having a slight edge over other qualified candidates. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: A. Gutbezahl. Adopted 4-0-1.” (Motion: Fay, second: Martin)
A7. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds: discussion of creating an ARPA Subcommittee;
Approve the subcommittee charge as presented in the packet with the addition of a paragraph noting that the Board discussed designating T. Fay and C. Martin to the subcommittee
D. Watkins moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to approve the subcommittee charge as presented in the packet with the addition of a paragraph noting that the Board discussed designating T. Fay and C. Martin to the subcommittee.
From the minutes
“D. Watkins moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to approve the subcommittee charge as presented in the packet with the addition of a paragraph noting that the Board discussed designating T. Fay and C. Martin to the subcommittee. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Watkins, second: Gutbezahl)
A14. Minutes: Review and vote to approve the minutes of May 23, June 6 and June 14, 2022
Approve the regular session minutes of May 23, 2022, June 6, 2022 and June 14, 2022 as amended
C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Board approve the regular session minutes of May 23, 2022, June 6, 2022 and June 14, 2022 as amended.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Board approve the regular session minutes of May 23, 2022, June 6, 2022 and June 14, 2022 as amended. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Gutbezahl)
A18. Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2), (3), and (6) to review and approve the executive session minutes of May 23, 2022 with the...
C. Karlson moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Board of Selectmen enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2), (3), and (6) to review and approve the executive session minutes of May 23, 2022 with the intent to hold said minutes of June 23, 2022; and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2), (3), and (6) to review and consider for potential release the following executive session minutes related to discussing strategy with respect to litigation Duane Galbi v. Town of Wayland et al: September 21, 2020; February 1, 2021; July 26, 2021; October 4, 2021 and December 13, 2021. C. Karlson declared 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 A. Gutbezahl, that the Board of Selectmen enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2), (3), and (6) to review and approve the executive session minutes of May 23, 2022 with the intent to hold said minutes of June 23, 2022; and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2), (3), and (6) to review and consider for potential release the following executive session minutes related to discussing strategy with respect to litigation Duane Galbi v. Town of Wayland et al: September 21, 2020; February 1, 2021; July 26, 2021; October 4, 2021 and December 13, 2021. C. Karlson declared 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, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Gutbezahl)
A20. Adjourn
Adjourn
At 11:16 p.m., C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“At 11:16 p.m., C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board adjourn the meeting. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Fay)
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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