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December 16, 2025
8 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Marjorie Freiman, Thomas Ulfelder, Colette Aufranc, Beth Sullivan Woods, Kenneth Largess
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the Consent Agenda
To approve the Consent Agenda
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Ms. Aufranc and seconded by Mr. Ulfelder, the Board voted (5-0) to approve the Consent Agenda. Aufranc - Aye Freiman - Aye Largess - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Aufranc, second: Ulfelder)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Ms. Aufranc and seconded by Mr. Ulfelder, the Board voted (5-0) to close the public hearing. Aufranc - Aye Freiman - Aye Largess - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Aufranc, second: Ulfelder)
Approve the modifications to the Common Victualler and alcohol licenses for an alteration of premises and the change of manager for Fiorella's restaurant located at 575 Washington Street,...
To approve the modifications to the Common Victualler and alcohol licenses for an alteration of premises and the change of manager for Fiorella's restaurant located at 575 Washington Street, approving food only in the new section of the restaurant until such time as final approvals are received by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Ms. Aufranc and seconded by Mr. Ulfelder, the Board voted (5-0) to approve the modifications to the Common Victualler and alcohol licenses for an alteration of premises and the change of manager for Fiorella's restaurant located at 575 Washington Street, approving food only in the new section of the restaurant until such time as final approvals are received by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission. Aufranc - Aye Freiman - Aye Largess - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Aufranc, second: Ulfelder)
Approve the General Bylaw Review Committee as amended and to authorize Chair Marjorie Freiman to make any final ministerial edits that may be required
To approve the General Bylaw Review Committee as amended and to authorize Chair Marjorie Freiman to make any final ministerial edits that may be required
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Ms. Aufranc and seconded by Mr. Ulfelder, the Board voted (5-0) to approve the General Bylaw Review Committee as amended and to authorize Chair Marjorie Freiman to make any final ministerial edits that may be required. Aufranc - Aye Freiman - Aye Largess - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Aufranc, second: Ulfelder)
Approve the modifications to the Fire Department hiring general order as amended
To approve the modifications to the Fire Department hiring general order as amended
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Ms. Aufranc and seconded by Mr. Ulfelder, the Board voted (5-0) to approve the modifications to the Fire Department hiring general order as amended. Aufranc - Aye Freiman - Aye Largess - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Aufranc, second: Ulfelder)
Amend the motion hiring special counsel so that communications with the firm include Chair Marjorie Freiman, member Kenny Largess and Meghan Jop
To amend the motion by adding "that communications with the firm would include Chair Marjorie Freiman, member Kenny Largess, and Meghan Jop."
Yes: Largess, WoodsNo: Aufranc, Freiman, UlfelderThe minutes say "The Board voted 3-2 against amending the original motion"; the roll call shows 2 yes and 3 no.
From the minutes
“Ms. Sullivan Woods proposed amending the motion by adding "that communications with the firm would include Chair Marjorie Freiman, member Kenny Largess, and Meghan Jop." Mr. Largess seconded the motion to amend. Ms. Freiman asked Ms. Sullivan Woods to explain her motion to amend. Ms. Sullivan Woods noted she felt there needed to be a defined process for communications with the law firm and that it made logical sense to have the Chair and the newest board member who brings a new perspective. Ms. Freiman noted she had explained to Special Counsel candidates that the points of contact would be the Chair and the Executive Director. Ms. Freiman noted there was a motion to amend the original motion and called for a vote. The Board voted 3-2 against amending the original motion. Aufranc - No Freiman - No Largess - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - No The motion failed..” (Motion: Woods, second: Largess)
Approve the hiring of Philips and Angley as special counsel for the Town of Wellesley and to authorize Chair Marjorie Freiman to sign an engagement letter on behalf of the Select Board
To approve the hiring of Philips and Angley as special counsel for the Town of Wellesley and to authorize Chair Marjorie Freiman to sign an engagement letter on behalf of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Mr. Ulfelder seconded the original motion by Ms. Aufranc, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve the hiring of Philips and Angley as special counsel for the Town of Wellesley and to authorize Chair Marjorie Freiman to sign an engagement letter on behalf of the Select Board. Aufranc - Aye Freiman - Aye Largess - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Aufranc, second: Ulfelder)
Approve the minutes of November 3, 2025, as amended
To approve the minutes of November 3, 2025, as amended
From the minutes
“Upon a motion by Ms. Aufranc and seconded by Mr. Ulfelder, the Board voted (5-0) to approve the minutes of November 3, 2025, as amended. Aufranc - Aye Freiman - Aye Largess - Aye Sullivan Woods - Aye Ulfelder - Aye.” (Motion: Aufranc, second: Ulfelder)
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