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March 6, 2023
11 recorded votes, 0 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
A10. Consent: a) Review and approve listed items b) Discuss, consider, and potentially act on items
Approve the Consent Calendar
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the Consent Calendar.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the Consent Calendar. 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)
A5. 2023 Annual Town Meeting (ATM): discussion of ATM topics, including but not limited to: a)
Contribute no more than $500,000 and no less than $200,000 of free cash
D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve Article J. Fund Capital Stabilization for $500,000 of free cash. T. Fay expressed concern that the dollar amount was not agreed to by the Finance Committee. D. Watkins amended his motion, seconded by C. Martin, to contribute no more than $500,000 and no less than $200,000 of free cash.
From the minutes
“D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve Article J. Fund Capital Stabilization for $500,000 of free cash. T. Fay expressed concern that the dollar amount was not agreed to by the Finance Committee. D. Watkins amended his motion, seconded by C. Martin, to contribute no more than $500,000 and no less than $200,000 of free cash. 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)
Re-insert of Article G. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage & Classification Plan and Fund Union Agreements, as amended to include 3.3% adjustments for non-union personnel in FY 2024
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to re-insert of Article G. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage & Classification Plan and Fund Union Agreements, as amended to include 3.3% adjustments for non-union personnel in FY 2024.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to re-insert of Article G. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage & Classification Plan and Fund Union Agreements, as amended to include 3.3% adjustments for non-union personnel in FY 2024. 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)
Support Article G. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage & Classification Plan and Fund Union Agreements, as amended to include 3.3% adjustments for non-union personnel in FY 2024
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to support Article G. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage & Classification Plan and Fund Union Agreements, as amended to include 3.3% adjustments for non-union personnel in FY 2024.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to support Article G. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage & Classification Plan and Fund Union Agreements, as amended to include 3.3% adjustments for non-union personnel in FY 2024. 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 Article N. FY2024 Omnibus Budget
C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, to insert Article N. FY2024 Omnibus Budget.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, to insert Article N. FY2024 Omnibus Budget. 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)
A9. Town Center Gift Funds: discussion and decision on use of funds to support purchase of a
Set aside up to $75,000 of the Town Center gift fund to be expended for the purpose of acquiring a stage for cultural enrichment and other Town activities, in compliance with state law
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to set aside up to $75,000 of the Town Center gift fund to be expended for the purpose of acquiring a stage for cultural enrichment and other Town activities, in compliance with state law. In discussion, J. Bugbee noted the need to follow state procurement law.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to set aside up to $75,000 of the Town Center gift fund to be expended for the purpose of acquiring a stage for cultural enrichment and other Town activities, in compliance with state law. In discussion, J. Bugbee noted the need to follow state procurement law. 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)
A15. 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 27, 2023 with the intent to...
At 10:01 p.m., C. Karlson moved, seconded by C. Martin, 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 27, 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 contract negotiations with AFSCME Local 690 Wayland-1 and AFSCME Local 690 Wayland-2: March 15; June 14; July 26; September 2; October 4; November 22; December 13, 2021; January 3, January 10, January 18, January 24, March 14 and March 21, 2022; 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 contract negotiations with the Wayland Library Staff Association-MET, AFT, AFL-CIO: January 19; May 10; June 14; June 29; July 12; August 9; September 2 and October 4, 2021; pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation Federal Multidistrict Litigation vs. CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Teva, and Allergan; the Board will discuss strategy and deliberate regarding the national opioid multi-district litigation settlement allocation of funds; and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to threat
From the minutes
“At 10:01 p.m., C. Karlson moved, seconded by C. Martin, 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 27, 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 contract negotiations with AFSCME Local 690 Wayland-1 and AFSCME Local 690 Wayland-2: March 15; June 14; July 26; September 2; October 4; November 22; December 13, 2021; January 3, January 10, January 18, January 24, March 14 and March 21, 2022; 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 contract negotiations with the Wayland Library Staff Association-MET, AFT, AFL-CIO: January 19; May 10; June 14; June 29; July 12; August 9; September 2 and October 4, 2021; pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation Federal Multidistrict Litigation vs. CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Teva, and Allergan; the Board will discuss strategy and deliberate regarding the national opioid multi-district litigation settlement allocation of funds; and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to threatened litigation involving Menemsha Development Group and Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America with respect to the Fire Station 2 bid. 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: Martin)
A11. Minutes: a) a) Minutes: Review and approve the minutes of February 15, 2023 and February 27,
Approve the minutes of February 15, 2023
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve the minutes of February 15, 2023. A. Gutbezahl offered an amendment to the motion to approve the minutes as amended, T. Fay accepted the amendment.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve the minutes of February 15, 2023. A. Gutbezahl offered an amendment to the motion to approve the minutes as amended, T. Fay accepted the amendment. 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)
Approve the release with redactions the executive minutes of March 26, 2018; March 27, 2020; December 20, 2021; February 7; June 27; and October 3, 2022 as listed on the agenda
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the release with redactions the executive minutes of March 26, 2018; March 27, 2020; December 20, 2021; February 7; June 27; and October 3, 2022 as listed on the agenda.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the release with redactions the executive minutes of March 26, 2018; March 27, 2020; December 20, 2021; February 7; June 27; and October 3, 2022 as listed on the agenda. Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Gutbezahl, second: Watkins)
A6. Finance Committee Appointment Study Group Subcommittee: Discussion and potential vote on
Submit the report of the Wayland Select Board to Town Meeting as set forth in the packet on pages 62-70, as amended
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to submit the report of the Wayland Select Board to Town Meeting as set forth in the packet on pages 62-70, as amended. In discussion, A. Gutbezahl reviewed the amendments discussed: change of the date, and to strike the conclusions and recommendations. D. Watkins requested his name not be included on the document. A. Gutbezahl noted that each member abides by majority decisions of the Board even when such decisions are contrary to an individual member's vote.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by T. Fay, to submit the report of the Wayland Select Board to Town Meeting as set forth in the packet on pages 62-70, as amended. In discussion, A. Gutbezahl reviewed the amendments discussed: change of the date, and to strike the conclusions and recommendations. D. Watkins requested his name not be included on the document. A. Gutbezahl noted that each member abides by majority decisions of the Board even when such decisions are contrary to an individual member's vote. 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 11:12 p.m., T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to adjourn the meeting of the Select Board.
From the minutes
“At 11:12 p.m., T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to adjourn the meeting of the Select Board. 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)
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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