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February 10, 2025
18 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Anne Brensley, Thomas Fay, Doug Levine, Carol Martin, William Whitney
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A3. Enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A,
Enter into Executive Session a) 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...
At 6:50 p.m. W. Whitney moved, seconded by C. Martin 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 litigation; the Board will discuss strategy with respect to presentment letter from Attorney T. Burke. b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 3, 2025 with the intent to hold said minutes c) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) (3), to discuss strategy with respect to the Wayland Firefighters Local 1978 Grievance #2025-0001, Step 3. Chair W. Whitney 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
“At 6:50 p.m. W. Whitney moved, seconded by C. Martin 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 litigation; the Board will discuss strategy with respect to presentment letter from Attorney T. Burke. b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 3, 2025 with the intent to hold said minutes c) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) (3), to discuss strategy with respect to the Wayland Firefighters Local 1978 Grievance #2025-0001, Step 3. Chair W. Whitney 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 and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5- 0-0.” (Motion: Whitney, second: Martin)
A5. Appointments to Committees: Interview, discuss, and potential vote to appoint
Appoint K. Goodwin to the Human Rights, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (HRDEIC) for a term ending June 30, 2026
C. T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin to appoint K. Goodwin to the Human Rights, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (HRDEIC) for a term ending June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“C. T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin to appoint K. Goodwin to the Human Rights, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (HRDEIC) for a term ending June 30, 2026. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Martin)
A8. 2025 Annual Town Meeting (ATM): a) Review, insert and determine a position on articles,
Un-insert Article N and Article NN
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to un-insert Article N and Article NN. In discussion, C. Martin voted against the motion stating that the motion needed to be in the affirmative. After discussion she voted in support of the motion.
The roll call lists Carol Martin more than once. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to un-insert Article N and Article NN. In discussion, C. Martin voted against the motion stating that the motion needed to be in the affirmative. After discussion she voted in support of the motion. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: C. Martin. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Insert Article E. Enterprise Fund Budgets
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert Article E. Enterprise Fund Budgets. In discussion The Board noted that Article GG was disposed of by the Finance Committee. C. Martin objected to the language of the article E.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert Article E. Enterprise Fund Budgets. In discussion The Board noted that Article GG was disposed of by the Finance Committee. C. Martin objected to the language of the article E. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Insert Article X. Create Energy Revolving Fund into the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant
W. Whitney moved, seconded by D. Levine, to insert Article X. Create Energy Revolving Fund into the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant. In discussion, C. Martin objected to some of the superfluous language in the article, projects. The Board discussed that only rebates related to projects not funded by debt be deposited in the proposed revolving fund as opposed to those with debt service.
From the minutes
“W. Whitney moved, seconded by D. Levine, to insert Article X. Create Energy Revolving Fund into the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant. In discussion, C. Martin objected to some of the superfluous language in the article, projects. The Board discussed that only rebates related to projects not funded by debt be deposited in the proposed revolving fund as opposed to those with debt service. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Whitney, second: Levine)
Insert Article T. Amend of Town Code Chapter 19 into the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Levine, to insert Article T. Amend of Town Code Chapter 19 into the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Levine, to insert Article T. Amend of Town Code Chapter 19 into the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Levine)
Support Article W. 195 Main - Environmental Clean Up as set forth in the packet
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article W. 195 Main - Environmental Clean Up as set forth in the packet.
Yes: Fay, Levine, Martin, WhitneyNo: Brensley
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article W. 195 Main - Environmental Clean Up as set forth in the packet. Vote: YEA: T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: A. Brensley. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-1-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article CC. 195 Main Street Non-Binding Resolution
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article CC. 195 Main Street Non-Binding Resolution. D. Levine removed the phrase "public-private partnership" from the resolution language. C. Martin abstained because she had not done enough due diligence on the matter.
Yes: Brensley, Fay, Levine, WhitneyAbstained: Martin
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article CC. 195 Main Street Non-Binding Resolution. D. Levine removed the phrase "public-private partnership" from the resolution language. C. Martin abstained because she had not done enough due diligence on the matter. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: C. Martin. Adopted 4-0-1.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article D. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article D. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding. In discussion, C. Martin suggested revisions to the language.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article D. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding. In discussion, C. Martin suggested revisions to the language. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article G. Surface Water Quality Committee Budget
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article G. Surface Water Quality Committee Budget.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article G. Surface Water Quality Committee Budget. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article I. Capital Stabilization Fund Appropriation
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article I. Capital Stabilization Fund Appropriation.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article I. Capital Stabilization Fund Appropriation. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article J. Choose Town Officers
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article J. Choose Town Officers. In discussion, C. Martin suggested revisions to the language.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article J. Choose Town Officers. In discussion, C. Martin suggested revisions to the language. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article K. Hear Reports
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article K. Hear Reports.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article K. Hear Reports. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5- 0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article O. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage and Classification Plan
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article O. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage and Classification Plan.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article O. Update Personnel Bylaws and Wage and Classification Plan. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article P. Reaffirm Remote Participation
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article P. Reaffirm Remote Participation.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article P. Reaffirm Remote Participation. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article Q. Transfer of 212 Cochituate Road
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article Q. Transfer of 212 Cochituate Road. In discussion, T. Fay noted that the Finance Committee voted 3-3 on the article and had expressed concerns. T. Fay would meet with Finance Committee members and staff to address some of those concerns. C. Martin objected to some of the language.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support Article Q. Transfer of 212 Cochituate Road. In discussion, T. Fay noted that the Finance Committee voted 3-3 on the article and had expressed concerns. T. Fay would meet with Finance Committee members and staff to address some of those concerns. C. Martin objected to some of the language. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A13. Minutes: a) Review and approve minutes of January 21, 2025 and February 3, 2025, if
Approve the minutes of January 21, 2025 as amended
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the minutes of January 21, 2025 as amended.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the minutes of January 21, 2025 as amended. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Levine)
A17. Adjourn
Adjourn
At 10:16 p.m., T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adjourn.
From the minutes
“At 10:16 p.m., T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adjourn. Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (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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