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November 4, 2024
10 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Thomas Fay, Doug Levine, Carol Martin, Anne Brensley
Absent: William Whitney
Every vote, in order
A4. Enter into Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with International Association of...
At 6:47 p.m. C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Levine that the Select Board enter into Executive Session a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978. b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation; the Board will discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation on 124 Lakeshore Drive. c) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of October 7, 2024 with the intent to hold said minutes. d) 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 negotiations with non-union personnel (Acting Police Chief): January 9, 2023. e) 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 negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager): March 4, March 18, and March 22, 2024. f) 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 discuss the acquisition, by gift, purchase or otherwise, interest in all or part of the parcels of land, on and
From the minutes
“At 6:47 p.m. C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Levine that the Select Board enter into Executive Session a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978. b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation; the Board will discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation on 124 Lakeshore Drive. c) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of October 7, 2024 with the intent to hold said minutes. d) 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 negotiations with non-union personnel (Acting Police Chief): January 9, 2023. e) 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 negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager): March 4, March 18, and March 22, 2024. f) 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 discuss the acquisition, by gift, purchase or otherwise, interest in all or part of the parcels of land, on and off Elissa Avenue, north of the current X Golf Business, and bounded by Elissa Avenue on the west and on the north of 185 Elissa Avenue, owned by the Town, from Boston Retail I, LLC: September 13, October 18, November 2, and December 13, 2021. g) 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 consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real estate in regard to the purchase of Launcher Way: January 23, 2023. h) 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: July 18, 2022, April 4, July 28, October 25, and November 6, 2023. Chair C. Martin 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: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Levine)
A5. Appointments to Committees: Interview, discuss, and potential vote to appoint
Approve the appointment of P. DiCesare to the Senior Tax Relief Committee for a term ending June 30, 2027
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the appointment of P. DiCesare to the Senior Tax Relief Committee for a term ending June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the appointment of P. DiCesare to the Senior Tax Relief Committee for a term ending June 30, 2027. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, and C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Approve the appointment of R. Capasso to the Board of Registrars for a term ending June 30, 2026
D. Levine moved, seconded by A. Brensley to approve the appointment of R. Capasso to the Board of Registrars for a term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“D. Levine moved, seconded by A. Brensley to approve the appointment of R. Capasso to the Board of Registrars for a term ending June 30, 2026. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, and C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0-0.” (Motion: Levine, second: Brensley)
A6. Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding and possible vote on distribution of funds
Reduce the Snake Brook Dam budget appropriation of $650,000 and reduce it by $599,878.00
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley that the Board reduce the Snake Brook Dam budget appropriation of $650,000 and reduce it by $599,878.00.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley that the Board reduce the Snake Brook Dam budget appropriation of $650,000 and reduce it by $599,878.00. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, and C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Brensley)
Appropriate ARPA monies as follows: $350,000 for FY 2022 Public Safety communication system recently funded by free cash and $249,878, FY 2022 Public Safety Records CAD system, originally funded...
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine that the Board vote to appropriate ARPA monies as follows: $350,000 for FY 2022 Public Safety communication system recently funded by free cash and $249,878, FY 2022 Public Safety Records CAD system, originally funded by free cash.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine that the Board vote to appropriate ARPA monies as follows: $350,000 for FY 2022 Public Safety communication system recently funded by free cash and $249,878, FY 2022 Public Safety Records CAD system, originally funded by free cash. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, and C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A8. Recap of Joint Meeting with Economic Development Committee (EDC) including, but not limited to
Direct the Town Manager to work with all boards, committees he feels important for input to put together a survey to address issues relative to the Route 20 business district with the goal of...
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine direct the Town Manager to work with all boards, committees he feels important for input to put together a survey to address issues relative to the Route 20 business district with the goal of issuing the survey by December 10, 2024. D. Levine offered a friendly amendment to include that all input be received by November 15, 2024. T. Fay accepted the amendment. In discussion, C. Martin expressed that she liked the white paper and the timeline.
Yes: Brensley, Fay, LevineAbstained: Martin
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine direct the Town Manager to work with all boards, committees he feels important for input to put together a survey to address issues relative to the Route 20 business district with the goal of issuing the survey by December 10, 2024. D. Levine offered a friendly amendment to include that all input be received by November 15, 2024. T. Fay accepted the amendment. In discussion, C. Martin expressed that she liked the white paper and the timeline. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine. NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: C. Martin. Adopted 3-0-1.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A9. Discussion, review and potential vote to sign deed acceptances for 4 Bennett Road and 38 Old
Accept the deeds for 4 Bennett Road and 38 Old Connecticut Path relative to the acquisition of properties by Conservation Commission. M. McCall reported that the property is contiguous with...
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to vote to accept the deeds for 4 Bennett Road and 38 Old Connecticut Path relative to the acquisition of properties by Conservation Commission. M. McCall reported that the property is contiguous with Conservation property and are unbuildable lots.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to vote to accept the deeds for 4 Bennett Road and 38 Old Connecticut Path relative to the acquisition of properties by Conservation Commission. M. McCall reported that the property is contiguous with Conservation property and are unbuildable lots. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A12. Consent Calendar a) Review and vote to approve listed items b) Discuss, consider, and potentially
Approve the Consent Calendar
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the Consent Calendar.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the Consent Calendar. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine and C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A13. Minutes: a) Review and approve the minutes of October 7, October 21 and October 29, 2024 if
Approve the minutes of October 7, 2024, as amended
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the minutes of October 7, 2024, as amended. C. Martin suggested several amendments.
Yes: Brensley, Levine, MartinAbstained: Fay
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the minutes of October 7, 2024, as amended. C. Martin suggested several amendments. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, D. Levine and C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: T. Fay. Adopted 3-0-1.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A17. Adjourn
Adjourn
At 9:06 p.m. T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adjourn.
From the minutes
“At 9:06 p.m. T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adjourn. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine and C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
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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