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Wellesley Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

July 24, 2023

17 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Lise Olney, Thomas Ulfelder, Beth Sullivan Woods, Colette Aufranc, Ann-Mara Lanza

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Enter Executive Session under M.G.L c. 30A §21A, exemption #2 to conduct strategy for negotiations with non-union personnel David Soar Interim Fire Chief and to invite Meghan Jop to join as the...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To enter Executive Session under M.G.L c. 30A §21A, exemption #2 to conduct strategy for negotiations with non-union personnel David Soar Interim Fire Chief and to invite Meghan Jop to join as the Chair has declared that having such discussion in open session would have a detrimental effect on the Town's position

From the minutes

“At 6:30 pm Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to enter Executive Session under M.G.L c. 30A §21A, exemption #2 to conduct strategy for negotiations with non-union personnel David Soar Interim Fire Chief and to invite Meghan Jop to join as the Chair has declared that having such discussion in open session would have a detrimental effect on the Town's position. Following the adjournment of executive session, the Board will return to open session to continue the remainder of the agenda. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

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

Exit Executive Session and return to Open Session

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To exit Executive Session and return to Open Session

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to exit Executive Session and return to Open Session Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye 3..” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

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

Approve the minutes as amended and projected on the screen of June 6, 2023 and June 28, 2023

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the minutes as amended and projected on the screen of June 6, 2023 and June 28, 2023

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve the minutes as amended and projected on the screen of June 6, 2023 and June 28, 2023 . Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

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

Approve the edits proposed to the Memorandum of Agreement between the HR Board and the Select Board

Minutes, page 3

ApproveFailed · 2–3

To approve the edits proposed to the Memorandum of Agreement between the HR Board and the Select Board

Yes: Lanza, WoodsNo: Aufranc, Olney, Ulfelder

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Lanza, the Board was polled and voted (2-3) to approve the edits proposed to the Memorandum of Agreement between the HR Board and the Select Board. Olney - No Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - No Aufranc - No Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Lanza)

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

Approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the HR Board and Select Board to designate the Executive Director as Supervisor to the Human Resources Board

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 3–1

To approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the HR Board and Select Board to designate the Executive Director as Supervisor to the Human Resources Board

Yes: Aufranc, Olney, UlfelderNo: WoodsAbstained: Lanza

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Aufranc and seconded by Mr. Ulfelder, the Board was polled and voted (3-1- 1) to approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the HR Board and Select Board to designate the Executive Director as Supervisor to the Human Resources Board. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - No Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Abstained.” (Motion: Aufranc, second: Ulfelder)

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

Approve the Select Board Priorities and Departmental Work Plan for FY24 in the document provided

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 4–1

To approve the Select Board Priorities and Departmental Work Plan for FY24 in the document provided

Yes: Aufranc, Olney, Ulfelder, WoodsNo: Lanza

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (4-1) to approve the Select Board Priorities and Departmental Work Plan for FY24 in the document provided. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - No.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

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

Approve the FY24 composite performance evaluation for Ms. Jop as amended

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the FY24 composite performance evaluation for Ms. Jop as amended

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve the FY24 composite performance evaluation for Ms. Jop as amended. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

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

Approve a performance salary increase for Meghan Jop of 2%

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve a performance salary increase for Meghan Jop of 2%

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve a performance salary increase for Meghan Jop of 2%. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

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

Remove #2 of the drafted FY24 Goals for the Executive Director

Minutes, page 5

ApproveFailed · 2–3

To remove #2 of the drafted FY24 Goals for the Executive Director

Yes: Lanza, WoodsNo: Aufranc, Olney, Ulfelder

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Lanza, the Board was polled and voted (2-3) to remove #2 of the drafted FY24 Goals for the Executive Director. Olney - No Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - No Aufranc - No Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Lanza)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the FY24 Goals for the Executive Director as originally proposed

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · 3–2

To approve the FY24 Goals for the Executive Director as originally proposed

Yes: Aufranc, Olney, UlfelderNo: Lanza, Woods

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (3-2) to approve the FY24 Goals for the Executive Director as originally proposed. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - No Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - No.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the FY24 composite performance evaluation for Chief Pilecki

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the FY24 composite performance evaluation for Chief Pilecki

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve the FY24 composite performance evaluation for Chief Pilecki. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the performance salary increase for Chief Jack Pilecki of 2%

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the performance salary increase for Chief Jack Pilecki of 2%

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve the performance salary increase for Chief Jack Pilecki of 2%. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the FY24 Goals for the Police Jack Chief as amended

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the FY24 Goals for the Police Jack Chief as amended

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve the FY24 Goals for the Police Jack Chief as amended. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve a contract for David B. Soar as Interim Fire Chief for a duration of August 2, 2030 to July 31, 2024

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve a contract for David B. Soar as Interim Fire Chief for a duration of August 2, 2030 to July 31, 2024

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve a contract for David B. Soar as Interim Fire Chief for a duration of August 2, 2030 to July 31, 2024. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

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

Approve the change in ownership of Domino's Pizza to Wellesley Pie Inc. dba Domino's Pizza at 868 Worcester Street

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the change in ownership of Domino's Pizza to Wellesley Pie Inc. dba Domino's Pizza at 868 Worcester Street

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Sullivan Woods and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (5-0) to approve the change in ownership of Domino's Pizza to Wellesley Pie Inc. dba Domino's Pizza at 868 Worcester Street. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Woods, second: Aufranc)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

That Ms. Aufranc advocate for H.3025/S.2011 on the condition that it be clear that a majority of the Board support it

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 3–1

That Ms. Aufranc advocate for H.3025/S.2011 on the condition that it be clear that a majority of the Board support it

Yes: Aufranc, Olney, UlfelderNo: LanzaAbstained: Woods

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Olney and seconded by Ms. Aufranc, the Board was polled and voted (3-1-1) that Ms. Aufranc advocate for H.3025/S.2011 on the condition that it be clear that a majority of the Board support it. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - abstained Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - No.” (Motion: Olney, second: Aufranc)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the letter of support for the MBTA Advisory Board as drafted in the email sent by Meghan Jop for the meeting materials

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 4–1

To approve the letter of support for the MBTA Advisory Board as drafted in the email sent by Meghan Jop for the meeting materials

Yes: Aufranc, Lanza, Olney, UlfelderNo: Woods

From the minutes

“Upon a motion by Ms. Aufranc and seconded by Mr. Ulfelder, the Board was polled and voted (4-1) to approve the letter of support for the MBTA Advisory Board as drafted in the email sent by Meghan Jop for the meeting materials. Olney - Aye Sullivan Woods - No Ulfelder - Aye Aufranc - Aye Lanza - Aye.” (Motion: Aufranc, second: Ulfelder)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

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