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Lea Anderson

At-large · 4 terms in this record

Lea T. Anderson

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Record at a glance · 2019–2020 Board

63 of 64meetings attended (98%) · whole board 95%
306votes cast by name (yes, no or abstain)
6no votes (2% of votes cast) · whole board 2%
0 of 1split votes where Anderson was in the minority
1abstained
4terms in this record
How these numbers work
  • Counted from the official minutes, for 2019–2020 Board only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
  • Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list Anderson as present or absent at the start.
  • Only votes the minutes record member by member are counted. Voice votes and votes given only as a count (for example 6-3 with no names) are not.
  • Percentages are shown only when there are at least 10 meetings or votes to count.
  • A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no. “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes; ties are not counted.
  • “Whole board” combines every member’s record for the same term.

These numbers describe the record; they are not a grade. A no vote, an abstention or a minority vote is neither good nor bad. MassVoter never rates officials.

Attendance

At the start of 63 of 64 Select Board meetings in 2019–2020 Board.

Missed

Every meeting (64)

Votes where members disagreed · 2019–2020 Board

Sep 12Support STM Article 2Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of…Failed 0–4 · Anderson: No

September 12, 2020: Support STM Article 2

ApproveFailed · 0–4

L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen support STM Article 2.

Voted: No

No: Anderson, Antes, Fay, Levine

From the minutes

“L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen support STM Article 2. Roll Call Vote: YEA: none. NAY: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, D. Levine. ABSENT: C. Karlson. ABSTAIN: none. Not adoped 0-4.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Fay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Aug 10Appoint Massimo Taurisano to the Board of Assessors to…Motion: M. Antes moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of…Passed Unanimous, 5 present · Anderson: Yes

August 10, 2020: Appoint Massimo Taurisano to the Board of Assessors to the end of Annual Town Meeting to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by J.…

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

M. Antes moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen vote to appoint Massimo Taurisano to the Board of Assessors to the end of Annual Town Meeting to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by J. Brodie, unless M. Taurisano can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election.

Voted: Yes

This was a joint vote with another board (count 9-0, including the other board’s members: yes: P. Parks, J. Todd, M. Upton, Z. Ventress). Only the Select Board members’ votes are shown.

From the minutes

“M. Antes moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen vote to appoint Massimo Taurisano to the Board of Assessors to the end of Annual Town Meeting to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by J. Brodie, unless M. Taurisano can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine, P. Parks, J. Todd, M. Upton, Z. Ventress. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 9-0.” (Motion: Antes, second: Fay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Aug 10Support the proposed STM article known as Article B.…Motion: T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes, to support the proposed…Failed 0–5 · Anderson: No

August 10, 2020: Support the proposed STM article known as Article B. Return Unused Funds

ApproveFailed · 0–5

T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes, to support the proposed STM article known as Article B. Return Unused Funds. In discussion, Board members voiced opposition to an article that could undermine and preclude debate of Article 11 (CoA/CC Reallocation of Previously Appropriated Funds), which it supports.

Voted: No

No: Anderson, Antes, Fay, Karlson, Levine

From the minutes

“T. Fay moved, seconded by M. Antes, to support the proposed STM article known as Article B. Return Unused Funds. In discussion, Board members voiced opposition to an article that could undermine and preclude debate of Article 11 (CoA/CC Reallocation of Previously Appropriated Funds), which it supports. Roll Call Vote: YEA: none. NAY: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Motion did not pass, 0-5.” (Motion: Fay, second: Antes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Jul 13Jointly with the School Committee, appoint Christopher M. Ryan…Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of…Passed Unanimous, 5 present · Anderson: Yes

July 13, 2020: Jointly with the School Committee, appoint Christopher M. Ryan to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Nate Buffum, unless Christopher M. Ryan can…

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of Selectmen and School Committee appoint Christopher M. Ryan to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Nate Buffum, unless Christopher M. Ryan can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election.

Voted: Yes

This was a joint vote with another board (count 8-0, including the other board’s members: yes: J. Downs, E. Grieco, K. Reichelt; absent: Kathie Steinberg). Only the Select Board members’ votes are shown.

From the minutes

“L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Levine, that the Board of Selectmen and School Committee appoint Christopher M. Ryan to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Nate Buffum, unless Christopher M. Ryan can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine, J. Downs, E. Grieco, K. Reichelt NAY: none. ABSENT: Kathie Steinberg. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 8-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Levine)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Jul 13Jointly with the BoPW, appoint Robert L. Goldsmith to…Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Lowery, that the Board of…Passed Unanimous, 5 present · Anderson: Yes

July 13, 2020: Jointly with the BoPW, appoint Robert L. Goldsmith to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Patrick Murphy, unless Robert L. Goldsmith can sooner…

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Lowery, that the Board of Selectmen and BoPW appoint Robert L. Goldsmith to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Patrick Murphy, unless Robert L. Goldsmith can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election.

Voted: Yes

This was a joint vote with another board (count 8-0, including the other board’s members: yes: M. Lowery, C. Lewis, J. Mishara; absent: M. Wegerbauer). Only the Select Board members’ votes are shown.

From the minutes

“L. Anderson moved, seconded by M. Lowery, that the Board of Selectmen and BoPW appoint Robert L. Goldsmith to fill the remainder of the term of office for the seat vacated by Patrick Murphy, unless Robert L. Goldsmith can sooner assume the term of office to which he was elected at the 2020 Town Election. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine, M. Lowery, C. Lewis, J. Mishara. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Wegerbauer. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 8-0.” (Motion: Anderson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Jun 25Appoint Ashley Fuller and Lynne Lipcon to the Cultural…Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board appoint…Passed 4–0 · Anderson: Yes

June 25, 2020: Appoint Ashley Fuller and Lynne Lipcon to the Cultural Council for a term ending June 30, 2023

AppointPassed · 4–0

L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board appoint Ashley Fuller and Lynne Lipcon to the Cultural Council for a term ending June 30, 2023.

Voted: Yes

Yes: Anderson, Fay, Karlson, LevineThe roll call lists Mary Antes as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board appoint Ashley Fuller and Lynne Lipcon to the Cultural Council for a term ending June 30, 2023. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Fay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Jun 25Approve the Consent Calendar included in the Board Packet,…Motion: T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to approve the Consent…Passed 4–0 · Anderson: Not recorded

June 25, 2020: Approve the Consent Calendar included in the Board Packet, omitting item #10

Approve minutesPassed · 4–0

T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to approve the Consent Calendar included in the Board Packet, omitting item #10. In discussion, D. Levine asked for more information on item #7. C. Karlson reviewed the new protocols. Items #4, 5 and 6 pertain to design work for a storm water project. L. Anderson was disconnected from the meeting for five minutes between 8:47 p.m. and 8:52 p.m., L. Anderson rejoined the meeting by telephone.

Yes: Antes, Fay, Karlson, LevineThe roll call lists Lea Anderson as absent for this vote.

From the minutes

“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine, to approve the Consent Calendar included in the Board Packet, omitting item #10. In discussion, D. Levine asked for more information on item #7. C. Karlson reviewed the new protocols. Items #4, 5 and 6 pertain to design work for a storm water project. L. Anderson was disconnected from the meeting for five minutes between 8:47 p.m. and 8:52 p.m., L. Anderson rejoined the meeting by telephone. Roll Call Vote: YEA: M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: L. Anderson. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Mar 16Authorize the Town Administrator to pursue multiple avenues to…Motion: L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of…Passed 4–0 · Anderson: Yes

March 16, 2020: Authorize the Town Administrator to pursue multiple avenues to postpone the Town Election, including a court order, legislative act or Governor's Bill to decouple the Town Election and Annual Town...

Adopt orderPassed · 4–0

L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen vote to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue multiple avenues to postpone the Town Election, including a court order, legislative act or Governor's Bill to decouple the Town Election and Annual Town Meeting; and to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue the postponement of the Town Election to a date no later than Oct. 13, 2020; and to authorize the Town Administrator and Town Clerk to work on logistical details of the postponement.

Voted: Yes

Yes: Anderson, Antes, Fay, LevineAbstained: Karlson

From the minutes

“L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board of Selectmen vote to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue multiple avenues to postpone the Town Election, including a court order, legislative act or Governor's Bill to decouple the Town Election and Annual Town Meeting; and to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue the postponement of the Town Election to a date no later than Oct. 13, 2020; and to authorize the Town Administrator and Town Clerk to work on logistical details of the postponement. YEA: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, D. Levine. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: C. Karlson. Adopted 4- 0-1.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Fay)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Feb 24Support Article (DD) Limit Carrying of firearms or dangerous…Motion: D. Levine moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board support…Failed 0–4 · Anderson: Abstained

February 24, 2020: Support Article (DD) Limit Carrying of firearms or dangerous weapons

ApproveFailed · 0–4

D. Levine moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board support Article (DD) Limit Carrying of firearms or dangerous weapons

Voted: Abstained

No: Antes, Fay, Karlson, LevineAbstained: Anderson

From the minutes

“D. Levine moved, seconded by M. Antes, that the Board support Article (DD) Limit Carrying of firearms or dangerous weapons YEA: none. NAY: M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: L. Anderson. The motion failed 0-4-1.” (Motion: Levine, second: Antes)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Feb 24Recommend supporting Article (FF) Board of Selectmen to Prepare…Motion: T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of…Failed 0–5 · Anderson: No

February 24, 2020: Recommend supporting Article (FF) Board of Selectmen to Prepare Budget; Moderator Appointed Finance Committee To Independently Review Warrant Articles Including Budget

AppointFailed · 0–5

T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of Selectmen vote to recommend supporting Article (FF) Board of Selectmen to Prepare Budget; Moderator Appointed Finance Committee To Independently Review Warrant Articles Including Budget.

Voted: No

No: Anderson, Antes, Fay, Karlson, Levine

From the minutes

“T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of Selectmen vote to recommend supporting Article (FF) Board of Selectmen to Prepare Budget; Moderator Appointed Finance Committee To Independently Review Warrant Articles Including Budget. YEA: none. NAY: L. Anderson, M. Antes, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Levine. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. The motion failed 0-5.” (Motion: Fay, second: Anderson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Votes with no disagreement (283)

    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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