Alice and Tom Peisch
MA State Representative
"With the range of challenges facing town government, Wellesley needs experienced leadership, sound judgment, and strong fiscal management. For these reasons, Tom deserves re-election and has our full support."
Patti Quigley
Town Meeting Member, Precinct D
Former Advisory Committee Member
Former School Committee Member and Chair
"I am writing in strong support of Tom Ulfelder for re-election to the Select Board and ask you to join me in voting for him on Tuesday, March 3rd.
As Chair of the Advisory Committee and member of the HHU School Building Committee, I worked closely with Tom. In both roles, I had the opportunity to work with him through difficult and contentious issues, and I was consistently impressed by his ability to express his views, listen to others, change his mind when warranted, and respect and support the majority opinion. This is also why I chose to Chair his Campaign Committee.
Tom has been an important voice in town government throughout his tenure. He has been an effective leader through some very difficult times. Tom's committment to reaching out, encouraging participation, drawing out the facts, and seeking different perspectives allows him to be a strong leader. Tom also recognizes that effective governance requires an approach that draws out diverse perspectives. Tom values a process through which decisions are reached while ensuring that everyone is heard.
Vote for Tom on March 3rd. Wellesley needs his thoughtful, professional leadership."
Lise Olney
Town Meeting Member, Precinct E
Chair, Town of Wellesley Climate Action Committee
Past Select Board Chair and Vice Chair
"I enthusiastically support Tom Ulfelder for re-election to the Wellesley Select Board and ask voters to join me in voting for him in the Town Election on March 3. Tom and I served together on the Select Board for six years, from 2019 to 2025, and I worked particularly closely with him when we each served as Chair and Vice Chair.
Tom provides a strong hand in overseeing the development of the Town’s $225 million annual budget, bringing the understanding and insights that only experience can provide. He has also served for many years as the Select Board liaison to the Permanent Building Committee, which oversees all the Town’s major construction projects. With more than $400 million in currently proposed capital projects, the Town needs Tom’s exceptional knowledge and judgment as these projects are evaluated, prioritized, and developed.
In addition to his extraordinary experience, Tom has three qualities that differentiate him as a candidate:
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Tom is fair-minded. He takes a balanced approach to challenging issues and listens thoughtfully and openly to all perspectives. He makes a deliberate effort to seek out community members on various sides of an issue to understand their thinking before making a final determination.
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Tom is dedicated. He serves with steadfast commitment and always seeks to protect the interests of the taxpayers while also maintaining the Town’s high standard of municipal services.
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Tom is an experienced leader. He has the respect of his colleagues, having been elected Select Board Chair twice and Vice Chair three times during his board terms. Tom also works collaboratively with Town staff, providing appropriate guidance and policy direction while being respectful of the staff’s professional expertise and allowing them to get the job done.
Voting for Tom on March 3 is a strong vote for Wellesley and its future."
Tripp Sheehan
MOPO Advisory Committee Member
Former Playing Field Task Force
"I have worked with Tom Ulfelder on a number of Town projects over the years and strongly support him for re-election to the Select Board. Wellesley has many competing near and long-term fiscal and strategic initiatives, along with a number of emerging issues that require thoughtful consideration and prioritization. Tom has a demonstrated track record of listening to all perspectives and taking a holistic, thoughtful, balanced and disciplined approach to making decisions that are in the best overall interest of the Town and its residents. Please join me in supporting Tom in the upcoming Town election."
Leda Eizenberg
Town Meeting Member, Precinct H
Former School Committee Member
DEI Task Force Member
World of Wellesley Board Member
"I had the pleasure of working closely with Tom when I served on School Committee, and have since had occasion to work with him on other town initiatives. His collaborative leadership style enhances communication among our often diffuse town government. He understands with depth and nuance the many issues facing our community. I was particularly struck by the warmth and energy with which Tom seeks out input from those who are often left out of decision-making. Tom is eager to engage all stakeholders, to thoughtfully listen with compassion and curiosity, and to learn from the perspectives of others. He can make the hard choices, and do so in an inclusive way that helps everyone understand his decision. Tom has my full support for re-election to the Select Board. In challenging times, his steady, honest leadership will serve us well."
Odessa Sanchez
Town Meeting Member, Precinct E
DEI Task Force Member
Wellesley Housing Authority Commissioner
"When I first entered the political scene as a newcomer, Tom encouraged me to become more involved. He takes the time to engage with every citizen who reaches out, and I’ve been grateful for his collaboration and commitment to respectful dialogue. Tom is the candidate we need on the Select Board—he listens, he engages, and he leads with integrity. At a time when community input and careful decision-making matter more than ever, Tom brings the judgment, collaboration, and respect our town deserves."