Change Address

VOTE411 Voter Guide

Town Meeting Precinct C {_getChooseLabel(this.selections.length)}

POLLING PLACE: BATES SCHOOL, 16 ELMWOOD ROADTown 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.

Click a candidate icon to find more information about the candidate. To compare two candidates, click the "compare" button. To start over, click a candidate icon.

  • Candidate picture

    Charles Ackerman
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Amy Gottschalk
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Linda Oliver Grape
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Leanne Leibman
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Kate McGeough
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Ann W. Rappaport
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Sara H. Raveret
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Hyun Sook Ryu Song
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Royall H. Switzler
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Thomas H. Ulfelder
    (U)

  • Candidate picture

    Andrea N. Ward
    (U)

Biographical Information

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

{_btnLabelFor(compare1, _isInSelection(compare1))}
{_btnLabelFor(compare2, _isInSelection(compare2))}
I’m running for Wellesley Town Meeting Member to help shape a strong future for our town. As a parent of young kids and a finance professional, I value responsible budgeting, smart development, and strong schools. I’m committed to preserving Wellesley’s character while ensuring thoughtful growth. I will listen to residents and advocate for decisions that benefit our entire community.

Candidate has not yet responded.
r name original Linda Oliver Grape
Relevant Experience 25+ years in Town Meeting; Vice Chair Board of Health; active in a variety of Town organizations
Given my experience both professionally and as a volunteer in Town, I want to continue to be involved in ensuring that the Town is well-positioned for the future. This includes being financially sound and also being a community where people want to live and work . Priorities include improving our schools, more opportunities for senior residents, the Town’s sustainability and the public’s health.
r name original Leanne Leibman
Relevant Experience Town Meeting Member, Upham PTO President & School Council rep, Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Leauge
My priority is for Wellesley to be a diverse, inclusive community with strong schools and thriving small businesses while being fiscally and environmentally responsible.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Relevant Experience TMM since 2010; Adv Cmte 2014-17 (Sec, 2 yrs); Wellesley COA employee 2017-19; parent of 3 WHS grads
I am running for reelection to maintain our excellent schools and town services while being fiscally responsible and attentive to sustainability initiatives; increase economically diverse housing options; review the upcoming Racial Equity Group's Audit recommendations and determine next steps; support local business growth; and explore options for the North 40 that will protect our natural resources.
Candidate has not yet responded.
Relevant Experience TMM 61 yrs; Selectman 9 yrs; State Rep. 12 yrs; Chairman, Wellesley Celebrations Committee 32 yrs.
Ensuring our excellent quality of services, through prudent fiscal management, during challenging heightened revenue demands. Spending only within our means, discerning between needs and wants.
r name original Thomas H. Ulfelder
Relevant Experience Current Member, Select Board; Town Meeting Member since 2006; Vice-Chair, HHU School Bldg. Committee
Town Meeting is the Town's legislative body. Its members hold a critical responsibility for our municipal governance. The members elected are responsible for decisions that impact more than 29,000 residents, commercial interests, and visitors. Top priorities are, a fiscally responsible and balanced Town budget, housing that reflects the community, a strong academic program, a sustainable future.
Relevant Experience TMM since 2018; Adv Com 2016-19 & 2022-23; Upham PTO, Well Svc League & Comm Fund for Well Boards
I have been a Town Meeting Member since 2018. As a 23-year Precinct C resident, Advisory Committee member, WPS parent, and longtime Town volunteer, I care deeply about the character of the Town, the excellence of our schools and services, and the prudent management of our finances. I want to continue to provide thoughtful decision-making on these and all issues that come before Town Meeting.
Powered by League of Women Voters Education Fund