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POLLING PLACE: DANA HALL SCH, SHIPLEY CENTER, 142 GROVE STTown Meeting is Wellesley’s Legislative arm of government. It consists of 240 Town Meeting Members elected by precinct. The members are elected for staggered, 3-year terms so that 10 members are elected from each precinct each year in the March annual town election. Depending on vacancies some precincts will have more members to be elected to fill the unexpired seats.Town Meeting is responsible for passing a balanced annual town budget, and enacts all town by-laws. Annual Town Meeting is held in March/April to enact the following year's budget, plus whatever other matters are placed on the Town Meeting Warrant. The Annual Town Meeting begins the last Monday of March and continues on Monday and Tuesday nights until the business is completed. Special Town Meeting may be held as needed for issues that cannot be delayed until the Annual Town Meeting.

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    Russell B. Astley III
    (U)

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    Neena E. Chand
    (U)

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    Joseph R. Hassell
    (U)

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    Thaddeus A. Heuer
    (U)

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    Jane P. Hunnewell
    (U)

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    Allan Leigh Port
    (U)

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    Richard Michael Salasovich
    (U)

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    Barbara D. Searle
    (U)

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    Douglas Wylie Smith
    (U)

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    Lorri Woodacre
    (U)

Biographical Information

Why are you running for this office? What are your top priorities?

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Relevant Experience Hardworking, highly organized Mom, with a desire to better our community.
As a new resident to the town, and a younger member of the community, I feel it is important to get involved, and have input on the future of Wellesley. I want to ensure that the rich history is maintained, while helping to shape the growing needs of such a wonderful place. I want to ensure that the decisions we make today are thoughtful, and lead with a “community first” mindset.
Relevant Experience Extensive knowledge of town zoning laws and urban planning
As a real estate developer, and business owner, I think my unique skillset will prove invaluable as a Town Meeting Member. My understanding of city planning, zoning laws, and complex budgets will allow for thoughtful considerations of the needs of this town. Growing up locally, I care deeply about this area, and I want to make sure it has a productive and sustainable future.
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Relevant Experience TM Member since 1988, Current CPC Vice Chair & previous Chair, HHU MPC Member, Advisory Comm 2005-08
Help the Town focus on major projects that have been waiting too long: Morses Pond Beach & Bathhouse Project, North 40 Open Space Plans, Affordable Housing, and Track & Field bathrooms. Develop a clear strategic plan for all Town resources.
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Relevant Experience Historical Commission, Community Preservation Committee, Advisory Committee, Select Board,
My top priority has always been strong fiscal discipline. The Town has a history of conservative fiscal management and I want to insure through my actions at Town Meeting I support actions that move the Town forward in a fiscally responsible way.
Relevant Experience Advisory Committee, Vice Chair; Electronic Voting Committee, Vice Chair; Town Meeting Membe 13 yrs.
I understand Wellesley' Town Government well; know to be open to all matters, perform due dillegence; digest the Advisory Book and Budget Book; vote as I see best for our Town and Precinct G constituents. I have attend all but one Town Meetings over the past 13 years, and take my role as your representitive very seriously. Room for improvement: Affordable Housing, Human Resources, Planning.
Relevant Experience TM member since 2011 , an attorney, former Wellesley chamber of commerce president.
Interested in keeping our town a much desired place to live in and raise a family. Because of our reputation we Need to manage sensible growth that is sustainable..

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