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February 27, 2023
27 recorded votes, 6 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
A4. 2023 Annual Town Meeting (ATM): discussion of ATM topics, including but not limited to: Town
Set the 2023 Annual Town Meeting to be held at 6:45 p.m. on Monday, May 1, Tuesday, May 2 and Wednesday, May 3, 2023 indoors at the Wayland High School Field House
C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, to set the 2023 Annual Town Meeting to be held at 6:45 p.m. on Monday, May 1, Tuesday, May 2 and Wednesday, May 3, 2023 indoors at the Wayland High School Field House.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, to set the 2023 Annual Town Meeting to be held at 6:45 p.m. on Monday, May 1, Tuesday, May 2 and Wednesday, May 3, 2023 indoors at the Wayland High School Field House. 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)
Reconsider the vote to insert and support Article HH. Affirm Remote Participation in Town Meeting. D. Berry, as Moderator, expressed concern for the efficacy of Town Meeting
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board reconsider the vote to insert and support Article HH. Affirm Remote Participation in Town Meeting. D. Berry, as Moderator, expressed concern for the efficacy of Town Meeting. T. Fay reported that state representatives had advised the Town to proceed with a home rule petition for a better chance of success. D. Bernstein asked if the Board was interested in knowing the costs of remote participation. C. Karlson noted that the costs were not pertinent to the vote. D. Watkins recommended that the Finance Committee review the proposers' comments.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board reconsider the vote to insert and support Article HH. Affirm Remote Participation in Town Meeting. D. Berry, as Moderator, expressed concern for the efficacy of Town Meeting. T. Fay reported that state representatives had advised the Town to proceed with a home rule petition for a better chance of success. D. Bernstein asked if the Board was interested in knowing the costs of remote participation. C. Karlson noted that the costs were not pertinent to the vote. D. Watkins recommended that the Finance Committee review the proposers' comments. 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: Watkins)
Insert and approve Article HH. Re-affirm Remote Participation in Town Meeting
D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and approve Article HH. Re-affirm Remote Participation in Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and approve Article HH. Re-affirm Remote Participation in Town 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: Watkins, second: Martin)
Approve Article E. Enterprise Fund Budgets in the amount of $6,105,250
D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve Article E. Enterprise Fund Budgets in the amount of $6,105,250. In discussion, C. Karlson confirmed that the funds were mostly paid by users. D. Watkins described how the enterprise fund budget was estimated by a consultant.
From the minutes
“D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve Article E. Enterprise Fund Budgets in the amount of $6,105,250. In discussion, C. Karlson confirmed that the funds were mostly paid by users. D. Watkins described how the enterprise fund budget was estimated by a consultant. 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: Martin)
Insert and recommend approval of Article F. Fiscal Year 2024 Revolving Fund Expenditure Limits
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and recommend approval of Article F. Fiscal Year 2024 Revolving Fund Expenditure Limits.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and recommend approval of Article F. Fiscal Year 2024 Revolving Fund Expenditure Limits. 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: Martin)
Insert Article G. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage & Classification Plan and Fund Union Agreements
C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert Article G. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage & Classification Plan and Fund Union Agreements.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert Article G. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage & Classification Plan and Fund Union Agreements. 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)
Insert and approve Article H. Surface Water Quality Budget
C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert and approve Article H. Surface Water Quality Budget.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert and approve Article H. Surface Water Quality Budget. 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)
Insert and recommend approval of Article K. Choose Town Officers
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and recommend approval of Article K. Choose Town Officers.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and recommend approval of Article K. Choose Town Officers. 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: Martin)
Insert and support Article T. Community Preservation Fund - Town Beach Entryway and Perimeter Fencing
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and support Article T. Community Preservation Fund - Town Beach Entryway and Perimeter Fencing.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and support Article T. Community Preservation Fund - Town Beach Entryway and Perimeter Fencing. 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: Martin)
Insert and support Article W. Special Education (SpEd) Reserve Fund
C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert and support Article W. Special Education (SpEd) Reserve Fund.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert and support Article W. Special Education (SpEd) Reserve Fund. 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)
Insert and support Article X. Knollwood Road Easement
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and support Article X. Knollwood Road Easement.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert and support Article X. Knollwood Road Easement. 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: Martin)
Support Article Y. Update the Town Code Chapter 43 Personnel and Town's Employee Handbook and Personnel Policies and Procedures for an estimated cost of $30,000, as amended
D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to support Article Y. Update the Town Code Chapter 43 Personnel and Town's Employee Handbook and Personnel Policies and Procedures for an estimated cost of $30,000, as amended. In discussion, the Board suggested revisions to the title and the warrant article. T. Fay suggested dividing the article into two parts.
From the minutes
“D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to support Article Y. Update the Town Code Chapter 43 Personnel and Town's Employee Handbook and Personnel Policies and Procedures for an estimated cost of $30,000, as amended. In discussion, the Board suggested revisions to the title and the warrant article. T. Fay suggested dividing the article into two parts. 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: Martin)
Insert Article II. Banning the use of Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticide
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert Article II. Banning the use of Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticide. C. Karlson noted that the article was submitted and voted by the Conservation Commission after the warrant closed and cannot go forward.
No: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, Martin, Watkins
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert Article II. Banning the use of Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticide. C. Karlson noted that the article was submitted and voted by the Conservation Commission after the warrant closed and cannot go forward. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed, 0-5.” (Motion: Fay, second: Gutbezahl)
A4. 2023 Annual Town Meeting (ATM): discussion of ATM topics, including but not limited to: a)
Insert and recommend approval Article CC. Revise Finance Committee Appointment
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert and recommend approval Article CC. Revise Finance Committee Appointment. In discussion, A. Gutbezahl stated that the subcommittee did not hear reports of this model causing any acrimony among finance committees. D. Watkins cautioned the Board to not underestimate the dynamic of the Finance Committee, and reported that he would not support the motion.
Yes: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, MartinNo: Watkins
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to insert and recommend approval Article CC. Revise Finance Committee Appointment. In discussion, A. Gutbezahl stated that the subcommittee did not hear reports of this model causing any acrimony among finance committees. D. Watkins cautioned the Board to not underestimate the dynamic of the Finance Committee, and reported that he would not support the motion. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin. NAY: D. Watkins. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-1.” (Motion: Fay, second: Gutbezahl)
Insert Article V. Finance Committee; Finance Committee Appointing Board
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to insert Article V. Finance Committee; Finance Committee Appointing Board. There was a discussion with Town Moderator, D. Berry regarding the article. A. Gutbezahl noted that Town Meeting had a right to see both articles.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to insert Article V. Finance Committee; Finance Committee Appointing Board. There was a discussion with Town Moderator, D. Berry regarding the article. A. Gutbezahl noted that Town Meeting had a right to see both articles. 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)
Recommend approval of Article V. Finance Committee; Finance Committee Appointing Board
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, to recommend approval of Article V. Finance Committee; Finance Committee Appointing Board.
Yes: Martin, WatkinsNo: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, to recommend approval of Article V. Finance Committee; Finance Committee Appointing Board. Roll Call Vote: YEA: C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion did not pass, 2-3.” (Motion: Gutbezahl, second: Martin)
Approve Article D. OPEB Funding
D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve Article D. OPEB Funding.
From the minutes
“D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve Article D. OPEB Funding. 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: Martin)
Reconsider the vote to insert and support Article Z. Personnel Code revision
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin to reconsider the vote to insert and support Article Z. Personnel Code revision.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin to reconsider the vote to insert and support Article Z. Personnel Code revision. 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: Martin)
Insert Article Z. Personnel Code revision
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert Article Z. Personnel Code revision. In discussion, A> Gutbezahl noted that Town Counsel advised against this warrant article.
No: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, Martin, Watkins
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert Article Z. Personnel Code revision. In discussion, A> Gutbezahl noted that Town Counsel advised against this warrant article. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed, 0-5.” (Motion: Gutbezahl, second: Martin)
A5. Town Center Gift Funds: discussion and decision on use of funds to support a) BB Equity
Set aside up to $100,000 of the Town Center gift fund for an Equity Assessment
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to set aside up to $100,000 of the Town Center gift fund for an Equity Assessment.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to set aside up to $100,000 of the Town Center gift fund for an Equity Assessment. 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)
Insert Article BB. Fund Equity Audit
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert Article BB. Fund Equity Audit.
No: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, Martin, Watkins
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert Article BB. Fund Equity Audit. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-5.” (Motion: Gutbezahl, second: Martin)
Authorize the expenditure up to $500,000 of the Town Center gift fund for the construction of Council on Aging/Community Center
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to authorize the expenditure up to $500,000 of the Town Center gift fund for the construction of Council on Aging/Community Center.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to authorize the expenditure up to $500,000 of the Town Center gift fund for the construction of Council on Aging/Community Center. 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)
Insert Article EE. Council on Aging/Community Center Additional Funding
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert Article EE. Council on Aging/Community Center Additional Funding.
No: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, Martin, Watkins
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to insert Article EE. Council on Aging/Community Center Additional Funding. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed, 0-5.” (Motion: Fay, second: Martin)
A6. Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 13, 2023 with the intent to...
At 10:32 p.m., C. Karlson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 13, 2023 with the intent to hold said minutes; pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and consider for potential release the following executive session minutes related to discussion of reviewing executive session minutes: March 26, 2018; March 27, 2020; December 20, 2021; February 7; June 27; and October 3, 2022; pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7): review and consider waiving attorney-client privilege and releasing email from Town Counsel dated January 18, 2023 related to removal of members of appointed boards; pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation; the Board will discuss strategy and deliberate re: pending PFAS litigation with 3M Company, AGC Chemicals, et al. Chair C. Karlson declared that a public discussion of these matters may have detrimental effect on the litigating, negotiating or bargaining position of the Town.
From the minutes
“At 10:32 p.m., C. Karlson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 13, 2023 with the intent to hold said minutes; pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and consider for potential release the following executive session minutes related to discussion of reviewing executive session minutes: March 26, 2018; March 27, 2020; December 20, 2021; February 7; June 27; and October 3, 2022; pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7): review and consider waiving attorney-client privilege and releasing email from Town Counsel dated January 18, 2023 related to removal of members of appointed boards; pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation; the Board will discuss strategy and deliberate re: pending PFAS litigation with 3M Company, AGC Chemicals, et al. Chair C. Karlson declared that a public discussion of these matters may have 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: Fay)
A8. Consent: a) Review and approve listed items b) Discuss, consider, and potentially act on items
Approve the Consent Calendar
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the Consent Calendar. In discussion, C. Martin questioned the amount in item #5.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the Consent Calendar. In discussion, C. Martin questioned the amount in item #5. 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)
A11. Minutes: a) Review and approve the minutes of February 13, 2023 and February 15, 2023
Omit the approval of the February 15, 2023 minutes
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the minutes of February 13, 2023 and February 15, 2023, as amended. A. Gutbezahl amended his motion to omit the approval of the February 15, 2023 minutes. The Board took no action on the minutes of February 15, 2023.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the minutes of February 13, 2023 and February 15, 2023, as amended. A. Gutbezahl amended his motion to omit the approval of the February 15, 2023 minutes. The Board took no action on the minutes of February 15, 2023. 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)
A14. Adjourn
Adjourn
At 11:22 p.m., A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to adjourn the meeting of the Select Board.
From the minutes
“At 11:22 p.m., A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to adjourn the meeting of the Select Board. 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)
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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