Wayland public meetings in 2025

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on the site plan for the Coptic Orthodox Church at 169 Rice Road (Map 40/Lot 008). The board will also review and approve draft minutes from the meetings on December 3 and December 10, 2025. Updates from the Town Planner and any unanticipated matters may also be discussed.

• Public hearing and draft decision review for 169 Rice Road site plan (Map 40/Lot 008)
• Review and approval of draft minutes from 12/3/25 and 12/10/25
• Updates from the Town Planner

The Planning Board voted 5‑0‑0 to extend the deadline for a decision on the St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church site plan to February 13, 2026. It also voted 5‑0‑0 to close the public hearing on the same matter. The board agreed to retain the vaulted dome height as shown on the plans, accepted a bicycle‑rack waiver reducing spaces from 19 to 10, and approved the minutes of December 3 2025 as amended (4‑0‑1).

• Approved extension of decision deadline to Feb 13 2026 (5-0-0)
• Closed public hearing on 169 Rice Road site plan (5-0-0)
• Retained vaulted dome height as shown on plans
• Accepted bicycle‑rack waiver reducing spaces from 19 to 10
• Approved minutes of Dec 3 2025 as amended (4-0-1)
• Reviewed and approved draft minutes of Dec 3 2025 and Dec 10 2025

Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee

The Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee will meet remotely on December 22, 2025. The agenda includes approval of the November 24, 2025 meeting minutes and a discussion of the 17 proposed uses for the South Landfill identified in June 2023. The committee may consider a vote to recommend additional funding for consultant work and the possibility of holding a public forum. Public comment will be limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Approve minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting
• Discuss the 17 proposed uses for the South Landfill outlined on June 5, 2023
• Consider a vote to recommend further expenditure for consultant work on the landfill
• Discuss issuing a report to the Select Board and holding a public forum on the site
• Public comment (limited to two minutes per person)

The Route 20 Visioning Committee approved the December 24, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0‑1 vote. It decided to keep a dog park as a possible option if space permits. The committee tasked Tom Holder and Tom Fay with obtaining a cost estimate and timeline from The Collaborative and planned to schedule a public forum after that information is received. It also directed a revision of the draft report and completion of test‑pit work to finalize the waste footprint assessment.

• Approved Dec 24, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0‑1)
• Decided to include a dog park as a potential option if space permits
• Assigned Tom Holder and Tom Fay to obtain cost estimate and timeline from The Collaborative
• Planned to schedule a public forum after receiving The Collaborative’s information
• Directed revision of the draft report to reflect committee feedback
• Planned to complete test‑pit work along the perimeter to finalize waste assessment
• Set next committee meeting for Jan 13, 2026
• Confirmed less than $10,000 remains in the current appropriation

Select Board

The meeting agenda is not available; participants are directed to review the approved minutes from the December 19, 2025 Select Board meeting.

The Board voted to submit a warrant article to acquire permanent easements for the Mass Central Rail Trail and authorized the Town Manager to send a draft easement letter to the current owner. It also adopted the revised Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) Policy and approved several other warrant articles and consent‑calendar items, including a fiber‑optic network expansion and a $5,000 grant agreement.

• Submit Article Y (Acquisition of Permanent Easement(s) for Mass Central Rail Trail) – adopted 4-0-0
• Authorize Town Manager to submit Rail Trail Easement draft letter to NP Wayland – adopted 4-0-0
• Submit Article W (Home Rule Petition for Pension Fund Bonds) – adopted 3-1-1
• Submit Article S (Conversion of Wine/Malt Licenses to All‑Alcohol Licenses) – adopted 5-0-0
• Submit Article T (Home Rule Petition for Additional Liquor Licenses) – adopted 5-0-0
• Adopt revised Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) Policy – adopted 5-0-0
• Approve Town Manager as signatory for fiber‑optic network expansion scope of work ($268,400) – adopted 5-0-0
• Approve Town Manager as signatory for $5,000 grant agreement with Arthur Ashley Williams Foundation – adopted 5-0-0

Board of Library Trustees

The trustees will review and possibly approve the November 19, 2025 draft minutes, set goals and an evaluation tool for Director Lindquist, and consider several policy and budget items. Key agenda items include a proposed service‑animal policy, a one‑year coffee service trial funded up to $1,000, and the FY27 operating budget along with a five‑year capital improvement plan. Additional discussions cover the Millennium Fund Home‑Rule petition (Bill H3147), museum and library service updates, building maintenance projects, and community programs.

• Proposed policy on Service Animals in the Library
• Coffee/warm beverage service trial for patrons, up to $1,000, funded by State Aid
• FY27 Library operating budget review and update
• 5‑Year Capital Improvement Plan (FY27‑FY31) update and discussion
• Millennium Fund Special Act update and progress on Home‑Rule petition (Bill H3147)

The Board approved the FY27 operating budget and the FY2027 Action Plan submitted to the MBLC, both with 5‑0 votes. It also adopted revised director goals, a Service Animals policy amendment, a one‑year coffee service trial, and purchase of five parking signs, each approved 5‑0. All approvals were funded from State Aid where noted.

• Approved November 19, 2025 draft minutes (5-0)
• Approved revised Director 2026 goals and evaluation tool changes (5-0)
• Approved Service Animals policy wording amendment (5-0)
• Approved $1,000 coffee/warm‑beverage trial from State Aid (5-0)
• Approved up to $500 for five restricted parking signs from State Aid (5-0)
• Approved FY2027 Action Plan submitted to MBLC (5-0)
• Approved FY27 Library operating budget (5-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Wayland Board of Library Trustees will review and possibly approve the FY27 operating budget and the FY27‑FY31 five‑year capital improvement plan. They will also consider a new service‑animal policy, a coffee service pilot up to $1,000, and the purchase of five restricted parking signs up to $500. Additional agenda items include minutes approval, director goals, the Millennium Fund update, and various building and program updates.

• Approve FY27 annual operating budget (amount not specified)
• Approve FY27‑FY31 5‑year capital improvement plan
• Adopt proposed policy on service animals in the library
• Approve coffee/warm beverage service trial up to $1,000 using State Aid
• Approve purchase of five new restricted parking signs up to $500 using State Aid

The trustees approved the FY27 Library operating budget with a 5‑0 vote and affirmed its submission to the Town. They also approved the FY2027 Action Plan, a service‑animals policy, a one‑year coffee‑service trial, and new parking signs, each by unanimous vote. The board agreed to request a proposal for continuing the Gossels‑Draper "Conversations for Change" program and set dates for a staff appreciation gathering.

• Approved November 19, 2025 draft minutes (5‑0)
• Approved revised 2026 Director goals and evaluation tool (5‑0)
• Approved Service Animals policy with wording change (5‑0)
• Approved one‑year coffee/warm‑beverage trial, up to $1,000 from State Aid (5‑0)
• Approved purchase and installation of five parking signs, up to $500 from State Aid (5‑0)
• Approved FY2027 Action Plan submitted to MBLC (5‑0)
• Approved FY27 Library operating budget and affirmed submission to Town (5‑0)
• Agreed to request a proposal for additional Gossels‑Draper program sessions

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will review consolidated departmental capital requests for FY2027 through FY2031 and vote on its position for ranking them. The committee will also discuss the content of its report to the Town Manager and approve the minutes from its December 9, 2025 meeting.

• Review and vote on ranking FY2027-2031 capital requests
• Discuss and potential vote on CIPC report to Town Manager
• Review and vote to approve December 9, 2025 minutes

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee approved the minutes from the December 9, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0‑0 vote. Members cancelled the scheduled Zoom meeting for December 22, 2025 to allow more time to draft the CIPC report. They tentatively set new hybrid meetings for January 7 and January 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved Dec 9, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Cancelled Dec 22, 2025 Zoom meeting
• Scheduled tentative hybrid meeting for Jan 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
• Scheduled tentative hybrid meeting for Jan 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM
• Moved to adjourn meeting (4-0-0)

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee will welcome representatives from the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. The meeting will focus on discussing characteristics of the disabled adult population the committee aims to serve, including disability severity, the number and scale of housing structures, and preferences for Wayland family involvement. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Discussion of potential housing for disabled adults, covering population characteristics, disability severity, and structure scale

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate and references to meeting materials. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the provided text.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will recess to hold a joint public hearing with the Planning Board on the 169 Rice Road project, which proposes demolishing the existing church and building three new structures, parking, a courtyard, a sports field, and stormwater systems. After the joint session, the Commission will reconvene to consider several other Notice of Intent filings and a request for determination, as well as a public hearing on adopting stormwater and land‑disturbance regulations. The agenda also includes review of certificates of compliance, approval of the December 3, 2025 minutes, and a public comment period.

• Joint public hearing with Planning Board on 169 Rice Road (322‑1053) demolition and new development within riverfront and wetland buffers
• Public hearing to adopt regulations under section 5 of the Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw (Chapter 193)
• Notice of Intent for 108 Lakeshore Drive (322‑1042) renovation near Dudley Pond
• Notice of Intent for 67A Loker Street (322‑1055) demolition of barn and construction of a 6‑unit compact apartment facility
• Request for Determination for 230 Concord Road (D‑1051) porch replacement and deck construction within a wetland buffer

The commission moved to adopt the Chapter 193 Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw regulations with the discussed revisions. The motion passed with six yeas and one nay. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Adopt Chapter 193 Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw regulations (6-1)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings on two site plan applications. One application is for the St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church at 169 Rice Road. The other is for The Carroll School at 37‑45 Waltham Road. The board will also review draft minutes, receive updates from the Planning Department, and consider proposed zoning articles for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting.

• Continued public hearing and site plan approval for St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church, 169 Rice Road
• Continued public hearing and site plan approval for The Carroll School, 37‑45 Waltham Road
• Review and approve draft minutes of 12/03/25 (if available)
• Review proposed zoning articles for the Annual Town Meeting
• Updates from the Planning Department and public comment

The Planning Board voted 5-0 to extend the public hearing for the 169 Rice Road site to December 29, 2025 at 7 p.m. It also voted 5-0 to continue the public hearing for the Carroll School site until January 7, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. The Conservation Commission separately voted 7-0 to continue its portion of the Rice Road hearing to January 7, 2026. No final approvals or denials of the projects were made.

• Extended public hearing for 169 Rice Road to Dec 29 2025 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Carroll School site to Jan 7 2026 (5-0)
• Conservation Commission continued Rice Road hearing to Jan 7 2026 (7-0)

Personnel Board

The Wayland Personnel Board will meet remotely to discuss and possibly vote on revisions to three personnel policies regarding workplace conduct and retaliation. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss a grievance with the International Association of Firefighters.

• Discussion and possible vote on revisions to personnel policies: A2-01.01, A2-02.01, and A2-07.01
• Executive session to discuss a grievance with the International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978
• Review and approval of open session meeting minutes from 9/3/25, 10/8/25, and 11/8/25
• Remote meeting via Zoom
• Meeting held pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023

The Board voted 4‑0 to decline an additional extension of a six‑month vacation carryover for a firefighter. It also approved the amended minutes from 9/3/2025 (4‑0), postponed discussion of several personnel policy revisions, entered Executive Session to discuss a fire‑fighters’ grievance (3‑1), and rescheduled the next meeting to January 20, 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 6:27 pm.

• Declined firefighter vacation‑carryover extension (4‑0)
• Approved amended 9/3/2025 open‑session minutes (4‑0)
• Tabled review of Mutual Respect, Standards of Conduct, and Retaliation policies (no vote recorded)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss grievance with IAFF Local 1978 (3‑1)
• Rescheduled next meeting to Jan 20 2026 at 4 pm (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss revisions to three personnel policies and a request regarding firefighter vacation carry-over. The board will also enter executive session to discuss a grievance with the International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978.

• Request from a Firefighter to extend the six-month requirement to use FY 2025 vacation carried over to FY 2026
• Proposed revisions to policy A2-01.01 Mutual Respect in the Workplace
• Proposed revisions to policy A2-02.01 Standards of Conduct
• Proposed revisions to policy A2-07.01 Protection from Retaliation
• Executive session to discuss a Step 2 grievance with International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will review several program proposals, including a $200 stipend for a special guest and $200 reimbursements for event supplies. It will consider co‑sponsoring a Lunar New Year celebration, a Museum of Fine Arts tour, and a four‑session community conversation series with a $3,430 funding request. The committee will also vote on approval of the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss upcoming programming and flyer materials.

• Possible vote to approve November 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Possible $200 stipend for guest jamele adams and $200 reimbursement to Mary Ann Borkowski and Asma Khan for printing, food, and supplies
• Possible co‑sponsorship of the 2026 Lunar New Year Celebration with the Wayland Chinese American Association on February 7, 2026 at Wayland High School
• Possible co‑sponsorship of a Museum of Fine Arts tour for Wayland residents with guest Karen Krowne
• Possible $3,430 funding request for a four‑session community conversation series with Wayland Public Schools

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a $200 stipend for guest jamele adams, a $200 reimbursement for printing and supplies, co‑sponsorship of the 2026 Lunar New Year Celebration, and co‑sponsorship of a four‑session community conversation series with a $3,430 funding request. The vote on a Museum of Fine Arts tour was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $200 stipend for jamele adams (unanimous)
• Approved $200 reimbursement to Mary Ann Borkowski and Asma Khan (unanimous)
• Approved co‑sponsorship of 2026 Lunar New Year Celebration (unanimous)
• Deferred vote on Museum of Fine Arts tour (unanimous to revisit later)
• Approved co‑sponsorship of four‑session community conversation series and $3,430 funding request (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (unanimous)

Design Review Advisory Board

The Design Review Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to conduct a review of the meeting notes from November 25, 2025. The agenda consists of procedural items and public comment.

• Review of meeting notes dated November 25, 2025

The Design Review Board unanimously approved the meeting notes from November 25, 2025. The board then unanimously moved to adjourn the December 16, 2025 session. No other matters were decided.

• Approved meeting notes dated November 25, 2025 (3-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0-0)

Board Of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review the FY2027 DPW operating budget and the Water Fund Budget. Members will also discuss the MWRA connection warrant article and the Town Meeting coordination schedule.

• FY2027 Department of Public Works (DPW) Operating Budget and Water Fund Budget
• Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) Connection Warrant Article review
• Sherman Bridge update
• Automated Meter Infrastructure (AMI) update regarding billing and software
• Town Meeting coordination schedule for warrant changes and hearings

The Board voted to forward the MWRA Long Term Water Supply warrant article with agreed changes and to have the Select Board co‑sponsor it. It also approved the FY2027 engineering budget for DPW, moved the water enterprise budget forward pending formula corrections, and approved the Highway and Parks budget. All motions passed unanimously.

• Forward MWRA Long Term Water Supply warrant article (5-0-0)
• Select Board co‑sponsor MWRA warrant article (5-0-0)
• Approve FY2027 DPW engineering budget (5-0-0)
• Move FY2027 water enterprise budget forward pending formula cleanup (5-0-0)
• Approve FY2027 Highway and Parks budget (5-0-0)

Senior Tax Relief Committee

The Senior Tax Relief Committee will approve the draft minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting and then continue discussions on how to increase awareness of the Circuit Breaker tax credit. The meeting also includes a preview of a February 10, 2026 informational session with the Department of Revenue, and talks about expanding tax relief through ADUs, home shares, and service fee relief.

• Vote to approve draft minutes of the October 21, 2025 Senior Tax Relief meeting
• Discuss strategies to increase awareness of the Circuit Breaker tax credit
• Announce a hybrid informational session with Brian Lynch (Dept. of Revenue) on Feb 10, 2026
• Explore tax relief options via Accessory Dwelling Units, home shares, etc.
• Continue discussion of Service Fee Relief

The committee approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It discussed outreach ideas, including a follow‑up article and contacting tax preparers. Members voted to process a proposal for a senior tax assessment credit and will seek input from the Select Board Chairman and Town Assessor. The next meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2026.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to process senior tax assessment credit proposal (to be forwarded to finance and select committees)

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will approve the minutes from its September 16, 2025 meeting. It will review and vote on grant requests submitted by Town Center residents. The Town Planner, Robert Hummel, will provide a housing update and a financial request. The board will also set the date and agenda for its next meeting.

• Approve minutes of September 16, 2025 meeting
• Review and vote to approve grant requests from Town Center residents
• Housing update and financial request by Town Planner Robert Hummel
• Set date and agenda for next meeting

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider a vote on recommended increases for Health Department fees. The board will also review updates regarding a septic system expansion and a housing inspection request.

• Vote on recommended Health Department fee increases
• Appointment of Brenda Monaco of Boardman’s Animal Control as Animal Inspector
• Update on mixed use septic system expansion for St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church at 169 Rice Road
• Update on housing/inspection request for 10 Shore Drive
• Discussion of Tobacco Control meeting and potential regulation updates

The Wayland Board of Health reviewed public health updates, opioid settlement work, school health activities, and proposed fee adjustments for various permits. No votes or approvals were recorded; the board decided to review the fee proposals at a future meeting.

• No formal votes or approvals taken; fee proposals deferred for later review

Economic Development Committee

The Wayland Economic Development Committee will meet jointly with the Select Board to discuss the committee's annual review, including the Town Center Amenities and its specific charge. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 15, 2025, at 6:35 p.m., and will be held in person at the Town Building.

• Joint meeting with Select Board
• Annual review of Economic Development Committee
• Discussion of Town Center Amenities
• Review of committee charge

The committee reviewed its annual update, growth recommendations, and several initiatives such as the Route 20 task force, town‑center playground, shared‑streets grant, and meals‑tax research. Members asked the Select Board for a "green light" on these items and agreed to report back with conclusions in February. No votes or formal approvals were recorded during the meeting.

Select Board

The Select Board entered executive session to discuss a firefighters grievance (5‑0 vote). The Board appointed Dave Williams to the Personnel Board, S. Alihan Polat to the Economic Development Committee, and Phyllis Jean Milburn to the Wayland Housing Partnership (each 5‑0). The Board voted to fund the MWRA Connection and Happy Hollow Treatment Facility debt service through water rates (4‑0‑1).

• Entered executive session to discuss Firefighters Local 1978 grievance (5-0)
• Appointed Dave Williams to Personnel Board (5-0)
• Appointed S. Alihan Polat to Economic Development Committee (5-0)
• Confirmed Phyllis Jean Milburn to Wayland Housing Partnership (5-0)
• Approved using water rates to pay MWRA and Happy Hollow debt service (4-0-1, 1 abstention)

Wastewater Management District Commission

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will meet to review the FY27 Operating Budget, the Dudley Pond Wastewater Needs Assessment, and the Green Needs Assessment. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Review FY27 Operating Budget
• Dudley Pond Wastewater Needs Assessment
• Green Needs Assessment
• Monthly Financial Report
• Approve November 17, 2025 minutes

The Wastewater Management District Commission reviewed the Dudley Pond wastewater needs assessment and updates on system upgrades. It presented a proposed FY27 operating budget of $1,084,541. No formal approvals, votes, or other decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Board Of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board to discuss and potentially vote on the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority, including financing and the allocation of PFAS settlement funds.

• Joint meeting with Select Board to discuss MWRA
• Discussion of PFAS Settlement Funds allocation
• Potential vote on MWRA financing and next steps

Economic Development Committee

The Wayland Economic Development Committee will review its FY 2026 goals, discuss growing the town's tax base, and activate improvements for the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor. The agenda includes updates on the Town Center sale, a new Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District, and the opening of Takara.

• Review FY 2026 Goals
• Discuss Route 20 Wayland Center corridor improvements
• Town Center sale next steps
• Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District outreach
• Takara ribbon cutting date

The Economic Development Committee approved the November 14, 2025 minutes (5‑0). Members unanimously appointed David Villari as South Landfill Committee liaison, Karen Kelly as Vice Chair, and Neeti Singhal‑Mahajan as Clerk, and assigned Jeff Vecchio to handle Q1 2026 minutes. Approval of the November 17 joint meeting minutes was deferred. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved November 14, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Deferred approval of November 17 joint meeting minutes
• Appointed David Villari as South Landfill Committee liaison (unanimous)
• Appointed Karen Kelly as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Neeti Singhal-Mahajan as Clerk (unanimous)
• Assigned Jeff Vecchio to do Q1 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously

Wayland Housing Authority

The board unanimously tabled the minutes from September 4 and October 30, 2025. It approved a $50,095.39 revolving fund warrant and a $1,497.80 debit‑card warrant for October 2025. The November 2025 debit‑card warrant was tabled, and a $58.20 Hammond Road warrant for November 2025 was approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Tabled minutes of 9/4/25 and 10/30/25 (unanimous)
• Approved Revolving Fund Bill Warrant $50,095.39 for Nov 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Debit Card Warrant $1,497.80 for Oct 2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled Debit Card Warrant for Nov 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Hammond Road Bill Warrant $58.20 for Nov 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will meet to review clinical group updates, community support efforts, and opioid abatement funds. The agenda includes updates on the MassCall3b Regional Partnership and various youth education and wellness initiatives.

• Approval of November 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Opioid Abatement Funds Working Group update
• MassCall3b Regional Partnership Spring Module Launch
• Community Education and Youth Work updates
• Healthy Relationships and Violence Prevention updates

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review and discuss several proposed zoning amendments. The meeting includes a discussion on the schedule for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting.

• Proposed amendments to Accessory Dwelling Unit Zoning §198-901
• Proposed amendment to Multi-Family Housing Zoning §198-2707.1
• Proposed amendments to Permanent & Temporary Signs §198-501 & §198-502
• Discussion on Ground-Mounted Solar & Bulk Energy Storage Systems
• 2026 ATM schedule with January 15 Article Submission Date

The Board approved the draft minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0‑1 vote. It decided to refer a neighbor’s request for a stop order at the Veritas Christian Academy site to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous 5‑0‑0 vote. No zoning amendment or other substantive proposals were adopted.

• Approved minutes of 11/19/25 (4-0-1)
• Referred neighbor stop‑order request at Veritas Christian Academy site to Zoning Board of Appeals
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Cultural Council

The Wayland Cultural Council will review preliminary votes on 22 grant applications to finalize recipient lists and funding amounts. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Review preliminary votes on 22 grant applications
• Finalize grant recipient list and funding allocations
• Approve October 22 and November 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Meeting held via Zoom with no in-person public attendance
• Next meeting date set for 8:15 p.m.

Cultural Council

The Wayland Cultural Council will approve minutes from its October 22 and November 12 meetings. It will review the preliminary votes on 22 grant applications and decide on the final list of recipients and the amounts to be awarded. The meeting will also set the date for the next council session.

• Approve October 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve November 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review preliminary votes on 22 grant applications
• Finalize grant recipient list and award amounts
• Schedule next council meeting date

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The committee will review and discuss capital requests submitted this year from various town departments. Members will also discuss the potential content for a draft report to the Town Manager.

• Review of capital requests from DPW, Fire, IT, Police, Joint Communications Center, Recreation, Schools, and Facilities
• Discussion of draft CIPC report to Town Manager
• Vote to approve minutes from December 4, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee is reviewing consolidated departmental capital requests for the period of FY2027 to FY2031. The committee will also discuss Community Preservation Act applications and the content of a draft report for the Town Manager.

• Review of FY2027 to FY2031 consolidated departmental capital requests
• Review of FY2026 Community Preservation Act applications for Town owned assets, including Cochituate Ball Field at 40 West Plain Street
• Discussion of draft CIPC report to Town Manager

The committee approved the minutes of the Dec 4, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. They set the dates and formats for the next two meetings: Dec 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM in hybrid format and Dec 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM via Zoom. A motion to adjourn the Dec 9 meeting also passed unanimously. No substantive capital project approvals were made.

• Approved minutes of 12/4/2025 (5-0-0)
• Set next meeting for Dec 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM (hybrid)
• Set next meeting for Dec 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM (Zoom)
• Motion to adjourn passed (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review four applications seeking zoning relief, including a house addition at 42 Pemberton Road and a garage construction at 197 Glezen Lane. The meeting will also include a public comment session and a request to continue a hearing from 43 Plain Road.

• Review of 42 Pemberton Road application for house addition and variance
• Request to continue hearing for 43 Plain Road application to January 13, 2026
• Review of 321 Commonwealth Road application for sign relocation and variance
• Review of 197 Glezen Lane application for garage construction and variance
• Review of 8 Parkridge Road application for demolition and replacement dwelling

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for the Rice family's addition at 42 Pemberton Road with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The board also postponed two other cases—43 Plain Road and 321 Commonwealth Road—to the January 13, 2026 meeting, each by a 5‑0 vote. A special permit was granted for a new garage at 197 Glezen Lane, also by a 5‑0 vote. The board recessed the meeting until 7:55 p.m. with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved special permit for 42 Pemberton Road addition (5-0-0)
• Continued case 43 Plain Road to Jan 13, 2026 (5-0-0)
• Continued case 321 Commonwealth Road to Jan 13, 2026 (5-0-0)
• Approved special permit for garage at 197 Glezen Lane (5-0-0)
• Recessed meeting until 7:55 p.m. (6-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Dec. 9, 2025 to consider three separate requests for zoning relief. One request seeks to move a commercial sign at 321 Commonwealth Road and waive the front‑yard setback. Another request asks to build a garage on 203 Glezen Lane adjacent to an existing residence. The third request proposes demolishing a house and building a new dwelling at 8 Parkridge Road, a lot that does not meet current minimum area rules.

• Case #25-33: Wayland Woods LLC requests a special permit to relocate a sign at 321 Commonwealth Road and obtain a front‑yard setback variance.
• Case #25-34: Frank Panaccio requests a special permit to construct a garage on 203 Glezen Lane in the Single Residence R60 district.
• Case #25-35: API Development Company requests a special permit to demolish the existing structure and build a replacement dwelling at 8 Parkridge Road, a lot nonconforming to minimum lot area requirements.

Energy and Climate Committee

The Energy and Climate Committee will receive updates on Homeworks Energy and recent grant awards. The body will discuss a Zero-Emissions Vehicle Policy and a Decarbonization Roadmap ahead of a Select Board presentation and vote.

• Zero-Emissions Vehicle Policy
• Decarbonization Roadmap
• Homeworks Energy status update
• Discussion of upcoming grants and potential projects
• Approval of November 5, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Assessors

The Wayland Board of Assessors unanimously accepted the FY 2026 tax warrants, including real estate, personal property, and various lien and betterment amounts, culminating in an approved total of $46,617,082.69. Prior meeting minutes from November were also accepted. The meeting was adjourned and the next session scheduled for January 5, 2026.

• Accepted FY 2026 Real Estate Tax warrant of $45,146,339.49 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2026 Personal Property Tax warrant of $537,144.11 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2026 Income & Expense Fines of $15,450.00 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2026 Community Preservation Act Tax of $626,149.49 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2026 Water Lien of $53,765.56 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2026 Wastewater Lien of $5,427.43 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2026 WW TC Betterment of $156,223.36 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2026 Actual Tax Total of $46,617,082.69 (unanimous)

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The advisory committee heard presentations from High Spirit Community Farm and MassAbility about disability‑focused housing models. Members discussed how those models might inform future use of the 212 Cochituate Road site. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Adjourned (6-0-0)

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will discuss content for a draft report to the Town Manager and review questions on departmental capital requests submitted this year. It will also vote to approve the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting. Public comment will be limited to two minutes per speaker, and the committee will set dates for future meetings.

• Discuss potential content for draft CIPC report to Town Manager
• Review and compile questions on departmental capital requests (Public Works, Fire, IT, Police, Joint Communications Center, Recreation, Schools, Facilities)
• Review and vote to approve minutes of November 19, 2025
• Public comment (2‑minute limit per person)
• Set time(s) for next meeting(s)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to gather information and vote on project recommendations for the Annual Town Meeting. The committee will review eight specific project applications and discuss finances for funded and proposed projects.

• Housing Production Plan
• Grout-Heard House and Museum Rehabilitation
• Heard Farm Large Tree Preservation
• Hamlen Woods Boardwalk and potential archaeological observer
• Eliza’s Park Project for Community Inclusivity, Equity, and Play at Cochituate Park

The Community Preservation Committee approved a $60,000 allocation for the town's housing production plan (6‑0‑0). It also approved funding for historic preservation of the Wayland Museum ($56,155, 5‑0‑1) and rejected the EJN Foundation's $500,000 Cochituate Park request (5‑1‑0). Additional approvals included $12,000 for Heard Farm tree preservation, $75,000 for an expanded Hamlen Woods boardwalk, $8,905 for Cow Common loosestrife eradication, $2,000 for a pine diversity initiative, and the meeting minutes (6‑0‑0).

• Approved $60,000 Housing Production Plan (6-0-0)
• Approved $56,155 Wayland Museum historic preservation (5-0-1)
• Rejected $500,000 EJN Foundation Cochituate Park request (5-1-0)
• Approved $12,000 Heard Farm large‑tree preservation (6-0-0)
• Approved $75,000 Hamlen Woods boardwalk expansion (6-0-0)
• Approved $8,905 Cow Common loosestrife eradication (6-0-0)
• Approved $2,000 Pine Diversity Initiative (6-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (6-0-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet with Recreation Director Katherine Brenna to review project applications. The committee will make decisions and take votes on which projects to recommend for the Annual Town Meeting.

• Housing Production Plan
• Grout-Heard House and Museum Rehabilitation
• Heard Farm Large Tree Preservation
• Hamlen Woods Boardwalk and potential archaeological observer
• Eliza’s Park Project for Community Inclusivity, Equity, and Play at Cochituate Park

The Community Preservation Committee voted 5-1-0 to not recommend the EJN Foundation's $500,000 request for Cochituate Park renovations. The committee approved $60,000 for the town's Housing Production Plan (6-0-0) and funded several open‑space projects, including tree preservation at Heard Farm and a boardwalk at Hamlen Woods. All motions were recorded with their vote tallies.

• Rejected EJN Foundation $500,000 Cochituate Park renovation request (5-1-0)
• Approved $60,000 Housing Production Plan funding (6-0-0)
• Approved $56,155 historic preservation funding for Grout‑Heard House with archaeological monitoring (5-0-1)
• Approved $12,000 Heard Farm large‑tree preservation request (6-0-0)
• Approved $75,000 increase for Hamlen Woods boardwalk and archaeological monitoring (6-0-0)
• Approved $8,905 Cow Common purple loosestrife eradication project (6-0-0)
• Approved $2,000 Pine Diversity Initiative for native pine planting (6-0-0)
• Approved amended minutes from November 19, 2025 meeting (6-0-0)

Recreation Commission

The Wayland Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially vote on the CPA application for the Eliza’s Park Project for Community Inclusivity, Equity and Play, including its scope, budget, and timeline. Commissioners will also consider and vote on recommended spending caps for the FY 2027 Recreation Revolving Fund, pending approval by the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. The meeting includes routine items such as public comment, approval of the October 21, 2025 minutes, and scheduling the next meeting.

• CPA application review and possible vote on Eliza’s Park Project for Community Inclusivity, Equity and Play
• Discussion and vote on FY 2027 Recreation Revolving Fund expenditure limits
• Public comment (limited to two minutes per person)
• Review and approval of minutes from October 21, 2025
• Schedule next meeting date and potential agenda items

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee will discuss the scale and characteristics of proposed housing for disabled adults. The committee is also reviewing a draft report of recommendations for the Wayland Select Board.

• Discussion with representatives including Chris Ferguson of The Roche Family Real Estate Company, LLC regarding housing for disabled adults
• Review of draft report to the Wayland Select Board
• Follow-up on legal questions regarding setbacks and 2005 Annual Town Meeting Article 30

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. The committee also unanimously voted to adjourn the December 3, 2025 meeting. The draft Request for Proposal will be reviewed and submitted to the Select Board by February 15, 2026. The next committee meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2025.

• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous aye vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous aye vote)

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee will discuss the scale and characteristics of proposed housing for disabled adults. The committee will also review a draft report or Request for Proposal for the Wayland Select Board.

• Discussion with representatives from The Roche Family Real Estate Company, LLC regarding housing for disabled adults
• Review of draft report or proposed Request for Proposal to the Wayland Select Board
• Discussion of setbacks and 2005 Annual Town Meeting Article 30 regarding affordable housing

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee approved the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous roll‑call vote. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No substantive actions or approvals were taken.

• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous roll‑call)

Conservation Commission

The Wayland Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting regulations. These regulations are in accordance with section 5 of the Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw (Chapter 193).

• Public hearing on adoption of regulations for Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw (Chapter 193)

The Conservation Commission voted 6‑0 to issue a permit under Chapter 193 for the 12 Morrill Drive demolition and new‑build project, with conditions on the storm‑water system. It also moved the public hearings for four wetland‑related applications (108 Lakeshore Drive, 397 Boston Post Road, 67A Loker Street, and a Chapter 193 regulation adoption) to December 17, 2025, again by unanimous vote. The board released the full performance bond for 148 Woodridge Rd, approved the November 19, 2025 minutes, and recessed to join a joint hearing with the Planning Board.

• Issued permit for 12 Morrill Drive project (6-0)
• Continued public hearing on Chapter 193 stormwater regulations to Dec 17 2025 (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 108 Lakeshore Drive wetland case to Dec 17 2025 (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 397 Boston Post Road wetland case to Dec 17 2025 (6-0)
• Continued hearing for 67A Loker Street wetland case to Dec 17 2025 (6-0)
• Released performance bond for 148 Woodridge Rd in full (6-0)
• Approved minutes of Nov 19 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Recessed meeting to join Planning Board joint hearing (6-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting regulations under section 5 of the Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw (Chapter 193). It will also hear notices of intent and requests for determination for wetland‑related projects at 108 Lakeshore Drive, 397 Boston Post Road, 67A Loker Street, 169 Rice Road, and the Carroll School sites on Waltham Road. After a recess for a joint session with the Planning Board, the commission will resume to address additional items, approve the November 19 minutes, and take public comment.

• Public hearing to adopt Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw regulations (Section 5, Chapter 193)
• Notice of Intent for renovation at 108 Lakeshore Drive (within 100 ft of Dudley Pond)
• Notice of Intent for paving and stormwater work at 397 Boston Post Road and 99 Pelham Island Road
• Notice of Intent for demolition and 6‑unit apartment at 67A Loker Street (within wetland buffer)
• Joint session with Planning Board to review wetland projects at 169 Rice Road (church demolition and new buildings) and Carroll School (new school building on Waltham Road)

The Conservation Commission voted 6‑0 to issue a permit for the 12 Morrill Drive redevelopment under Chapter 193 with conditions. It also unanimously continued four separate wetlands hearings to December 17, 2025. The performance bond for 148 Woodridge Rd was released in full, and the meeting was recessed to join a joint hearing with the Planning Board.

• Approved permit for 12 Morrill Drive (Chapter 193) – vote 6-0
• Continued public hearing on Chapter 193 stormwater regulations to Dec 17, 2025 – vote 6-0
• Continued 108 Lakeshore Drive wetlands hearing to Dec 17, 2025 – vote 6-0
• Continued 397 Boston Post Road wetlands hearing to Dec 17, 2025 – vote 6-0
• Continued 67A Loker Street wetlands hearing to Dec 17, 2025 – vote 6-0
• Released performance bond for 148 Woodridge Rd in full – vote 6-0
• Approved minutes of Nov 19, 2025 – vote 6-0
• Recessed meeting to join joint Planning Board hearing – vote 6-0

Historical Commission

The Wayland Historical Commission will meet on December 3, 2025 at 1:00 pm, in person and via a remote link. The agenda includes a vote on the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting and several reports on historic projects and signage. Items such as the House Plaques, Cemetery project, Archaeology Lab, and signage for the railroad rail‑trail, Castle Gate, and Dudley Woods will be discussed. The meeting will also allow public comment and consider any new business not previously identified.

• Vote on November 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• House Plaques Report
• Cemetery project report
• Archaeology Lab Report
• Railroad and Rail Trail signage discussion

The Wayland Historical Commission voted 5‑0 to accept the corrected minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. The commission then voted 6‑0 to adjourn the meeting at 2:04 p.m. No other substantive actions were approved or denied.

• Accepted corrected minutes for Nov. 17, 2025 (5‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6‑0)

School Committee

The School Committee will receive updates on middle and high school goals, a hate crimes prevention grant, and approve accounts payable and the WHS wrestling team trip. The meeting will also address the release of executive session minutes.

• Middle School 2025-2026 Goals/Student Improvement Plan Update
• High School 2025-2026 Goals/Student Improvement Plan Update
• Hate Crimes Prevention Grant Update
• Approval of WHS Wrestling Team Overnight Trip to Pittsfield, MA
• Release of Executive Session Minutes from October 22, 2025

School Committee

The Wayland School Committee will review student improvement plan updates for the middle and high schools. The body may vote to approve FY27 capital requests and an updated competency determination proposal for the high school.

• Possible vote to approve FY27 Capital Requests
• Possible vote to approve WHS Updated Competency Determination Proposal
• Update on Hate Crimes Prevention Grant by Caroline Han
• Approval of WHS Wrestling Team overnight trip to Pittsfield, MA in January 2026
• Release of executive session minutes from various dates between 2023 and 2025

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct continued public hearings for two site plan approvals in joint sessions with the Conservation Commission. The board will also discuss future zoning for energy storage and solar systems and proposed zoning articles for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting.

• Public hearing for St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church site plan at 169 Rice Road
• Public hearing for The Carroll School site plan regarding stormwater, drainage, and trees at 37-45 Waltham Road
• Discussion of future zoning for ground-mounted solar and bulk energy storage systems
• Review of proposed zoning articles for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting
• Scheduling of Scenic Road Tree Hearing with the Board of Public Works

The Board unanimously approved the draft minutes from 11/12/25. It voted to continue the public hearing on the St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church site at 169 Rice Road until December 17, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. The Conservation Commission also moved to continue its portion of the hearing to the same date. No other actions were taken.

• Approved 11/12/25 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Continued public hearing on 169 Rice Road church site until Dec 17, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Conservation Commission continued hearing on same church site until Dec 17, 2025 (6-0-0)

Surface Water Quality Committee

The Surface Water Quality Committee will approve minutes from the October 21 meeting, discuss the Lake Cochituate Order of Conditions 322-972 as it applies to North Pond, provide an update on Heard Pond water chestnut management, consider an updated extension of the Dudley Pond Order of Conditions 322-859, and review the committee budget.

• Lake Cochituate – Order of Conditions 322-972 for North Pond
• Heard Pond – Water chestnut management update
• Dudley Pond – Updated extension of Order of Conditions 322-859
• Budget review

The committee approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved the $1,019.40 invoice from Pace Analytical for October water‑chemistry testing on Dudley Pond, again 3‑0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 p.m. by a unanimous 3‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes from 21 Oct 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Approved Pace Analytical invoice $1,019.40 for Dudley Pond water testing (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:17 p.m. (3-0)

School Committee

The Wayland High School School Council will meet via Zoom on December 2, 2025. The agenda includes a public comment period, approval of the October 29, 2025 meeting minutes, discussion of the 2025‑2026 School Improvement Plan with a possible vote for approval, and discussion of current matters at WHS. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Public comment period conducted through Zoom
• Approval of minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of the WHS School Improvement Plan 2025‑2026, possible vote for approval
• Discussion of current matters at WHS and possible steps for the School Council

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote to approve the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. Members will discuss how to support the Economic Development Committee’s “New Growth” goals and consider inviting EDC to the January 5, 2026 Finance Committee meeting. The committee will also examine ways to improve town finance communication with residents, including updates to its website and benchmarking with peer towns. Finally, the 2026 Annual Town Meeting calendar and planned Finance Committee meetings will be reviewed.

• Vote to approve minutes of the November 17, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of support for Economic Development Committee’s “New Growth” goals and possible invitation to Jan 5, 2026 meeting
• Discussion of town finance communication improvements and website updates
• Review of the 2026 Annual Town Meeting calendar and FinCom meeting schedule

The committee approved the draft minutes of the November 17, 2025 meeting with a 6‑0‑1 vote. Members discussed potential collaboration with the Economic Development Committee and ideas for improving the Finance Committee website, but no formal actions were taken. The next Finance Committee meetings were scheduled for January 5 and January 28, 2026. The meeting was adjourned by a 7‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved 11/17/25 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Select Board

The Board voted 5‑0‑0 to authorize Town Manager Michael McCall to sign a $136,000 engineering services agreement with Tighe & Bond, Inc. for the Wayland High School Wastewater Treatment Facility. It also approved AT&T’s request to install a small cell facility at 238 Glezen Lane by a 5‑0‑0 vote. The Board designated the Town Manager as the sole signatory for all 2026 license renewals and designated Chair Carol Martin as the sole signatory for ABCC and liquor license renewal reports, each by 5‑0‑0 votes.

• Approved $136,000 engineering contract for Wayland High School wastewater (5-0-0)
• Approved AT&T small cell location at 238 Glezen Lane (5-0-0)
• Approved 2026 license renewals pending paperwork (5-0-0)
• Designated Town Manager as sole signatory for 2026 renewals (5-0-0)
• Designated Chair Carol Martin as sole signatory for ABCC and liquor renewals (5-0-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss firefighter grievance (5-0-0)

Design Review Advisory Board

The Design Review Advisory Board will review design applications for two commercial properties and discuss correspondence regarding a church. The board will also review the Wayland Design Guidelines.

• Application review for Bright Horizons at 321 Commonwealth Avenue
• Application review for Liquor Hub at 44 Boston Post Road
• Correspondence regarding St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church at 169 Rice Rd
• Review of Wayland Design Guidelines

The provided minutes consist of numeric codes and placeholders without clear descriptions of actions or outcomes. No approvals, denials, or tablings can be identified. Therefore, no substantive decisions were recorded.

Design Review Advisory Board

The Design Review Advisory Board will review sign applications for two businesses and discuss a site plan for a church. The board will also review the Wayland Design Guidelines.

• Sign application at 321 Commonwealth Avenue (Bright Horizons)
• Sign application at 44 Boston Post Road (Liquor Hub)
• Correspondence regarding St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church site plan at 169 Rice Rd
• Review of Wayland Design Guidelines

The provided minutes contain no readable information about any decisions, approvals, denials, or motions. No actionable items can be identified.

Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee

The Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee will review and approve minutes from its October 10, 2025 meeting, hear public comments, and discuss the 17 proposed uses of the South Landfill identified in June 2023. The discussion may include a recommendation to spend additional town funds on consultant work, a report to the Select Board, and the possibility of a public forum on the site.

• Approve minutes of the October 10, 2025 meeting
• Discuss the 17 proposed uses of the South Landfill from the June 5, 2023 meeting
• Consider a vote to recommend further expenditure for consultant work
• Potential recommendation to issue a report to the Select Board
• Consider holding a public forum regarding the South Landfill site

The committee approved the minutes from the October 10, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0‑0 vote. A motion to adjourn the November 24 meeting was passed unanimously (5‑0‑0). No other actions were voted on; the committee continued discussion of the 17 potential site uses.

• Approved October 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Mr. Lewis, vote 5-0-0)

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee will convene to conduct a site walkthrough at 212 Cochituate Road. The meeting is scheduled for November 22, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

• Site walkthrough at 212 Cochituate Road
• Meeting convene and adjourn

Board of Assessors

The Wayland Board of Assessors will meet to receive and review the FY 2026 (CY 2025) motor vehicle and trailer excise sixth commitment totals, which are expected on November 18, 2025. The agenda includes a public comment period, roll call, and scheduling of the next meeting. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Review FY 2026 (CY 2025) motor vehicle and trailer excise sixth commitment totals (to be received Nov 18, 2025)
• Public comment period at 12:01 pm
• Set date for next meeting: Monday, Dec 8, 2025 at 6:00 pm

The Board of Assessors approved the FY 2026 motor vehicle and trailer excise commitment totals of $8,557,898.55 in valuation and $57,657.93 in tax. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Accepted FY 2026 motor vehicle and trailer excise totals (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Library Trustees

The Wayland Board of Library Trustees will review and possibly vote on the FY2027 operating budget and a five‑year capital improvement plan. Items include a proposed service‑animal policy, restroom period‑product purchases costing $800, and a $100 membership fee for the Massachusetts Library Trustee Association. The meeting also covers building repairs, exterior landscaping design ($75K) and construction ($200K), and updates on the Millennium Fund and other library projects.

• Vote to approve FY2027 library annual operating budget
• Approve period products for restrooms, $800 possibly from State Aid
• Approve Massachusetts Library Trustee Association membership, $100
• Approve exterior landscaping design ($75K FY28) and construction ($200K FY29)
• Discuss proposed service‑animal policy for the library

The trustees approved the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. They agreed the library director’s annual goals will follow the calendar year. The board voted 6‑0 to spend up to $800 of State Aid on restroom period‑product stations, and also approved a $100 State Aid expense for the Board’s Massachusetts Library Trustee Association membership.

• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Set director annual‑goal period to calendar year (no vote needed)
• Approved up to $800 State Aid for restroom period products (6-0)
• Approved $100 State Aid for Board’s MLTA membership (6-0)
• Moved to adjourn meeting (6-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Wayland Community Preservation Committee will meet with applicants to discuss ten project applications for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. The committee may decide on eligibility, funding sources, and categorization under the Community Preservation Act. The agenda also includes a financial report, a vote on the October 8, 2025 minutes, and any unanticipated topics.

• Housing Production Plan – Robert Hummel, Planning
• Heard Pond Water Quality Treatment – Tom Klem, Surface Water Quality
• Grout‑Heard House and Museum Rehabilitation – Gretchen Schuler, Historical Society
• Heard Farm Large Tree Preservation – Linda Hansen, Conservation
• Eliza’s Park Project for Community Inclusivity, Equity, and Play at Cochituate Park – Steve Schamberg and Julie Norton, Eliza J. Norton Foundation

The committee approved several unanimous motions. It voted 6-0-0 to exclude the Regional Housing Services Office request from the recommended Community Preservation Act articles for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. It also rejected a $45,000 Heard Pond water‑treatment request, approved a letter to Eversource to remove wires on Stone’s Bridge, and approved the previous meeting minutes before adjourning.

• Excluded RHSO $40,000 request from 2026 CPA articles (6-0-0)
• Rejected Heard Pond $45,000 water‑quality treatment request (6-0-0)
• Approved sending letter to Eversource to remove wires on Stone’s Bridge (6-0-0)
• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:30 p.m. (6-0-0)

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will examine capital improvement requests submitted this year by departments including Public Works, Fire, Information Technology, Police, Joint Communications Center, Recreation, and Schools. The committee will discuss possible content for a draft CIPC report to the Town Manager. A vote will be taken to approve the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting. Any items not posted in advance may also be considered.

• Review and discuss departmental capital requests submitted this year (Public Works, Fire, Information Technology, Police, Joint Communications Center, Recreation, Schools)
• Discuss potential content for draft CIPC report to Town Manager
• Review and vote to approve minutes of November 13, 2025
• Public comment period (up to two minutes per person)
• Consider any topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair

The committee voted 4‑0‑0 to approve the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn also passed 4‑0‑0. Discussion of the draft CIPC report and future meeting dates was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of 11/13/2025 (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)
• Deferred discussion of draft CIPC report to next meeting
• Agreed to schedule future meetings on Dec 3, Dec 9, Dec 10, and Dec 17 pending staff availability

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will examine capital improvement requests submitted by town departments, including Public Works, Fire, Information Technology, Police, Joint Communications Center, Recreation, and Schools. The committee will also discuss content for a draft CIPC report to the Town Manager and vote to approve the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting. Additional items may be addressed if they arise within 48 hours of the agenda posting.

• Review departmental capital requests (Public Works, Fire, IT, Police, Joint Communications Center, Recreation, Schools)
• Discuss potential content for draft CIPC report to Town Manager
• Review and vote to approve minutes of November 13, 2025
• Public comment (limited to two minutes per person)
• Address any topics not anticipated 48 hours prior to posting

Conservation Commission

The Wayland Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on November 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM (remote via Zoom) to consider adopting draft regulations required by Section 5 of the Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw (Chapter 193). The draft regulations are available on the Conservation Department webpage or by request. Interested parties may contact the Conservation Department by email at [email protected] or phone 508‑358‑3669.

• Public hearing to consider adoption of draft regulations under Section 5 of the Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw (Chapter 193)
• Draft regulations can be obtained from the Conservation Department webpage or by request
• Meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom; link posted on the Town of Wayland website
• Contact the Conservation Department at [email protected] or 508‑358‑3669 for more information

The commission voted to continue hearings for three wetland applications to the December 3 meeting. It also closed the hearing on 11 Cameron Road and issued an Order of Conditions and a permit for that project. A waiver for site‑plan minimums and a permit for a Boston Gas gas‑main replacement were approved, and a conditional permit for a stormwater system at 116 Lincoln Road was granted.

• Continue hearing for 108 Lakeshore Drive (vote 6‑0)
• Continue hearing for 169 Rice Road (vote 6‑0)
• Continue hearing for 67A Loker Street (vote 5‑0‑1)
• Close hearing for 11 Cameron Road (vote 5‑0‑1)
• Issue Order of Conditions and permit for 11 Cameron Road (vote 5‑0‑1)
• Waive site‑plan minimum requirements for Boston Gas School Street project (vote 6‑0)
• Issue negative determination and permit for Boston Gas School Street project (vote 6‑0)
• Issue conditional permit for 116 Lincoln Road stormwater system (vote 6‑0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several wetland and water‑resource permits, including projects at 108 Lakeshore Drive, 169 Rice Road, 11 Cameron Road, 67A Loker Street, and the Carroll School site. It will also consider adopting regulations under section 5 of the Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw. Additional agenda items include reviewing certificates of compliance, setting the meeting schedule for early 2026, and approving the October 29, 2025 minutes.

• Public hearing to consider adoption of regulations under section 5 of the Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw (Chapter 193)
• Notice of Intent for wetland work at 108 Lakeshore Drive (within 100 ft of Dudley Pond)
• Notice of Intent for demolition and new construction at 169 Rice Road (church site within 200‑ft Riverfront Area and 100‑ft wetland buffer)
• Notice of Intent for a 6‑unit compact apartment at 67A Loker Street (within 100‑ft wetland buffer and 200‑ft Riverfront Area)
• Request for Determination for new Carroll School building at 37‑45 Waltham Road (partially within 100‑ft wetland buffer)

Housing Partnership

The Wayland Housing Partnership meeting on Nov. 19, 2025 will review and approve the Oct. 22 minutes, receive updates from the 212 Cochituate Committee and Good Shepard Development, hear feedback from the Nov. 12 ADU forum, and discuss the agenda for the Dec. 2 affordable ADU meeting. The board will also address any unanticipated topics before setting the next meeting date.

• Review and vote to approve the minutes of Oct. 22, 2025
• Updates from 212 Cochituate Committee (Jean) and Good Shepard Development (Rachel)
• Feedback from the Nov. 12 ADU forum (Kathy)
• Discussion of the Dec. 2 meeting on affordable ADUs with guest Dana DeWinter
• Consideration of topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours in advance

The Wayland Housing Partnership unanimously approved the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. Members agreed that Kathy Boundy will contact Rachel Brat to suggest moving the December 2, 2025 affordable ADU brainstorming session to after the new year. The meeting adjourned unanimously at 8:27 p.m.

• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Agreed Kathy Boundy will contact Rachel Brat to propose rescheduling the Dec 2 ADU session

Housing Partnership

The Wayland Housing Partnership will open the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and consider public comment. The board will vote to approve the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. Updates will be provided by the 212 Cochituate Committee and Good Shepard Development, and feedback from the November 12 ADU forum will be discussed. The committee will also discuss the upcoming December 2 meeting on affordable ADUs and set the date for the next meeting.

• Vote to approve minutes of October 22, 2025 meeting
• Updates from 212 Cochituate Committee (Jean Milburn)
• Updates from Good Shepard Development (Rachel Bratt)
• Feedback from November 12 ADU Forum (Kathy Boundy)
• Discuss December 2 meeting on affordable ADUs (guest Dana DeWinter)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Carroll School site plan for lots 014‑016 at 37‑45 Waltham Road. The board will consider an amendment to the May 13 2025 Amended Definitive Subdivision Approval for 13 Charena Road to relocate a water main on Setowood Lane (lots 30‑002, 38‑157B, 38‑157C). The board will discuss future zoning policies for ground‑mounted solar and bulk energy storage systems. The meeting will also include schedule updates for the town planner and staff through January 30 2026 and a public comment period for items not on the agenda.

• Public hearing – Carroll School Site Plan Approval for 37‑45 Waltham Road (lots 014‑016) (PB #25-03)
• Application to amend May 13 2025 subdivision approval for 13 Charena Road to relocate water main on Setowood Lane (lots 30‑002, 38‑157B, 38‑157C) (PB #25-05)
• Discussion of future zoning for ground‑mounted solar and bulk energy storage systems (presentation by J. Newberry)
• Updates on Planning Board and staff schedules through Jan 30 2026
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda

The Board approved an amendment to the May 13 2025 Amended Definitive Subdivision for 13 Charena Road, moving the water main to a location off Old Connecticut Path. The motion passed unanimously (4‑0‑0). The Board also authorized the Chair to sign the decision and scheduled a continuation hearing for December 3 2025 with the Conservation Commission. The meeting was recessed and later adjourned, each by a 4‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved amendment to Setowood Lane subdivision water‑main location (4-0-0)
• Authorized Chair to draft and sign the decision (4-0-0)
• Continued hearing to December 3, 2025 with Conservation Commission (4-0-0)
• Recessed meeting until 9:05 p.m. (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Planning Board

The Wayland Planning Board will hold a public hearing on November 19, 2025 to consider a request from Charena Farm Realty Trust to amend the May 13, 2025 Amended Definitive Subdivision Approval. The amendment would change the location of a water main for the subdivision at 3, 5, & 7 Setowood Lane (Parcels 30‑002, 38‑157B, 38‑157C). The hearing will be conducted in person at the Wayland Community Center/COA Building and via a remote link, with the application available for review at the Planning Department Office or online.

• Amendment to modify water‑main location for the subdivision at 3, 5 & 7 Setowood Lane (Parcels 30‑002, 38‑157B, 38‑157C)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a series of applications for zoning relief, including special permits, variances, and other approvals. Items include a restaurant use permit for 21 Cochituate Road, demolition and rebuilding of a single‑family home at 7 East Road, and additions or expansions at several residential properties. The board will also review signage variances for 297 and 311 Boston Post Road. All items are subject to vote.

• 21 Cochituate Road – Restaurant Use Special Permit to convert property to a café and bistro with outdoor patio seating.
• 7 East Road – Variance/Special Permit to demolish and reconstruct a single‑family dwelling.
• 42 Pemberton Road – Special Permit/Variance to add and remodel the existing single‑family house, requiring side‑yard setback relief.
• 297 & 311 Boston Post Road – Variance/Special Permit for additional signage exceeding 40 sq ft and halo‑lit illumination for a restaurant.
• 43 Plain Road – Special Permit/Variance to expand the house, add a three‑car garage and deck, exceeding the 20% lot‑coverage limit.

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for a change of use at 21 Cochituate Road, allowing the property to operate as a café and bistro, with a 5‑0‑0 vote. The board also approved a special permit for reconstruction of a single‑family dwelling at 7 East Road, also by a 5‑0‑0 vote. Additionally, the board approved the October 14, 2025 minutes (5‑0‑1) and continued the 42 Pemberton Road case to Dec 9, 2025 (5‑0‑0).

• Approved special permit for change of use at 21 Cochituate Road (5-0-0)
• Approved special permit for reconstruction at 7 East Road (5-0-0)
• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Continued 42 Pemberton Road case to Dec 9, 2025 (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider several applications for special permits and variances. These requests involve residential additions and commercial signage updates.

• Case #25-27: Addition and remodel at 42 Pemberton Road
• Case #25-28: Signage area and lighting requests for Terrain restaurant at 297 & 311 Boston Post Road
• Case #25-29: Partial demolition and rear addition at 22 South Street
• Case #25-30: House expansion, three-car garage, and deck at 43 Plain Road
• Case #25-32: 219 square foot addition at 13 Harrison Street

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet on November 18, 2025, at the Wayland Town Building, 41 Cochituate Road. The agenda includes approving the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes, discussing the October 30 incident at Wayland High School, reviewing social media guidelines, and voting on a Human Rights Day event and its funding for December 10, 2025. Additional items cover language translations for committee communications, a Know Your Rights flyer, and public comment.

• Approve minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting
• Discuss the October 30, 2025 incident at Wayland High School and possible next steps
• Review Town social media guidelines and consider a vote on next steps
• Vote on Human Rights Day event and funding scheduled for December 10, 2025
• Discuss language translations for HRDEIC communications

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The committee received a $400 grant from Village Bank for the Human Rights Day event and discussed how to use the funds, but no vote was taken. Discussion of language‑translation work was deferred to a future meeting. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred language‑translation discussion to a future meeting

Board Of Public Works

The Wayland Board of Public Works will discuss updates on the Sherman Bridge, water‑fund finances, and the town’s transfer station. A major agenda item is a discussion of the FY 27 capital budget, which may include a vote. The board will also review FY 27 Town Meeting warrant articles, including a recommendation on MWRA project debt service financing. Additional items include public comment and routine administrative matters.

• Sherman Bridge update – status report
• Lien discussion and vote
• Automated Meter Infrastructure update – nonresponse letter, quarterly billing, software implementation
• Water Fund finance update – FY26 year‑to‑date summary and budget drivers
• Capital budget discussion and possible vote for FY27

The Board approved the letter to the Board of Assessors for water and wastewater divisions, which will place $60,513 in principal and interest liens on the 3rd‑quarter tax bills (vote 5‑0‑0). The Board also approved the draft letter to non‑responsive water‑meter residents, adding a clarifying sentence (vote 5‑0‑0). No other motions were voted on; remaining items were discussed for future action.

• Approved water lien letter to Board of Assessors (5-0-0)
• Approved draft letter to non‑responsive water‑meter residents (5-0-0)

School Committee

The Happy Hollow School Council will hold a public comment period, review the Happy Hollow Handbook, and vote on two to three final action steps suggested by the School Advisory Council. The council will also confirm the School Improvement Plan, noting only a change to the PBIS goal while keeping other elements aligned with the WPS Elementary plan.

• Public comment (2:45‑3:00)
• Review and confirmation of the Happy Hollow Handbook
• School Advisory Council feedback vote on final 2‑3 action steps
• Confirmation of the School Improvement Plan with a PBIS goal update

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to conduct a presentation and hearing regarding the Town of Wayland's tax classifications for Fiscal Year 2026. This meeting was requested by the Select Board.

• Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Classification Hearing

The Wayland Board of Assessors scheduled its next meeting for Thursday, December 20, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. The Board moved to adjourn the current meeting, which was seconded and approved. No other actions or decisions were taken.

• Set next meeting for Dec 20, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. – decided
• Motion to adjourn approved – decided

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet jointly with the Economic Development Committee to discuss efforts to increase and diversify the town's commercial tax base. The discussion will cover successes, challenges, and opportunities for economic development.

• Joint meeting with Economic Development Committee regarding commercial tax base diversification

The committee voted to approve the revised minutes of the 11/3/2025 meeting with a 6‑0‑1 vote. No other actions were taken; the meeting then adjourned by a 7‑0‑0 vote after a joint discussion with the Economic Development Committee on ways to grow the town’s tax base.

• Approved minutes of 11/3/25 (6-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Board of Health

The Wayland Board of Health will consider a vote on the mixed‑use septic system expansion at 169 Rice Road, reviewing peer‑review proposals for a hydrogeological evaluation. The board will also receive an update on a housing/inspection request for 10 Shore Drive and a status report on the town's accessory dwelling unit (ADU) forum and guidance. Additional items include health director updates, a public health nurse update, and routine business such as approving recent meeting minutes.

• Vote on septic system expansion for 169 Rice Road – St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church mixed‑use project
• Update on 10 Shore Drive housing/inspection request
• Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) – forum update and guidance discussion
• Health Director updates (if any)
• Public Health Nurse update – Moira Carter

The Board of Health voted unanimously to accept J. Matthew Davis's proposal to conduct the hydrogeological peer review for the mixed‑use septic system at 169 Rice Road. The motion was made, seconded, and passed with all members in favor. The Board will forward this recommendation to the Town Manager for final approval.

• Approved J. Matthew Davis peer review proposal for 169 Rice Road septic project (unanimous)

Trust Fund Commission

The Trust Fund Commission will meet to discuss an update from Bartholomew & Company. The body will also review and potentially vote on a disbursal request for a performance by Thea Hopkins at the Wayland Public Library on November 2.

• Disbursal request for Thea Hopkins performance at WPL on 11/2
• Update with Bartholomew & Company
• Vote on September 29, 2025 meeting minutes

The Wayland Trust Fund Commission met remotely on November 17, 2025 and received a portfolio update showing a value of $5,690,303.95. Commissioners approved the minutes from the September 29, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote and then adjourned the session by a 3‑0 vote. A motion to disburse $350 from the Gossels Fund for a library performance was made, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome.

• Approved September 29, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:34 p.m. (3-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee. The two bodies will discuss ideas to expand the Wayland tax base.

• Joint meeting with Finance Committee regarding tax base expansion

The Economic Development Committee concluded its joint session with a motion to adjourn, seconded and approved 4‑0. Members scheduled a joint EDC/Select Board meeting for December 1 to develop a growth recommendation. No policy or zoning actions were formally approved during the meeting.

• Motion to adjourn EDC meeting approved 4‑0 (Katie motion, Neeti second)
• Joint EDC/Select Board meeting set for Dec 1 (no vote recorded)
• Fin Com motion to adjourn its portion of the joint meeting at ~8:40 am (no vote recorded)

Select Board

The board approved in‑person early voting dates for the Dec. 11, 2025 special election. It approved the "Welcome to Wayland, MA" brochure for printing. The Consent Calendar was approved except for items 3 and 4. The board maintained the Single Tax Rate and rejected both the Residential and Small Commercial exemptions.

• Approved in‑person early voting dates (Dec 5, 8, 9) – vote 4‑0‑0
• Approved "Welcome to Wayland, MA" brochure for printing – vote 4‑0‑0
• Approved Consent Calendar, excluding items 3 and 4 – vote 4‑0‑0
• Maintained Single Tax Rate for FY 2026 – vote 4‑0‑0
• Rejected Residential Exemption – vote 0‑4‑0
• Rejected Small Commercial Exemption – vote 0‑4‑0

Wastewater Management District Commission

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will meet remotely on November 17, 2025. Commissioners will hear public comment, review the monthly operating and financial reports, and consider FY27 capital budget requests. The agenda also includes service requests, approval of October 20 minutes, and any unanticipated topics.

• Monthly Operating Report (presented by Jared Cotton)
• Monthly Financial Report (presented by Sarah Pawluczonek)
• FY27 Capital Budget Requests (presented by Tom Holder and Abby Charest)
• Requests for Service (Mike Gitten)
• Approve Minutes for October 20, 2025

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss applications for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding and a letter of support for the Dudley Pond Stormwater Program. The body will also review updates on the town's 250th anniversary and various signage projects.

• CPA funding applications from Robert Leroux (Assessor) and Gretchen Schuler (Grout-Heard House Museum)
• Letter of Support for Dudley Pond Stormwater Program
• Discussion regarding the Sherman Bridge
• House Plaques Report regarding new applications
• Signage for Railroad, Rail Trail, Castle Gate, and Dudley Woods

The Wayland Historical Commission approved a letter of support urging that repairs to Sherman’s Bridge preserve its historic character (6‑0). It also endorsed a Wayland Museum stabilization project with a letter of support (5 Yes, 1 abstention). The October meeting minutes were approved as written (5‑0, one abstention). The meeting was then adjourned (6‑0).

• Approve letter of support for historic bridge repair (6-0)
• Endorse Wayland Museum stabilization project with letter of support (5 Yes, 1 abstention)
• Approve October minutes as written (5-0, one abstention)
• Adjourn meeting (6-0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review and approve goals for fiscal year 2026. Members will discuss several initiatives to activate the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor and plan upcoming joint meetings with the Finance Committee and Select Board.

• Review and approval of EDC FY 2026 Goals
• Discussion of Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District outreach
• Update on proposed Townhouse café & bistro at Collins Market
• Planning for joint meeting with Finance Committee on Nov 17 regarding the tax base
• Discussion of playground and amenities at Town Green

The Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the September 12 and October 17 meeting minutes. It set the date for a joint Finance Committee and Economic Development meeting on November 17 and a joint meeting with the Select Board on December 1. The committee adjourned unanimously at 10:29 a.m.

• Approved September 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 17 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled joint Finance Committee/EDC meeting for November 17
• Scheduled joint Select Board meeting for December 1
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will examine capital requests submitted by various town departments, including Public Works, Fire, Information Technology, Police, Joint Communications Center, Recreation, and Schools. The committee will also discuss possible content for a draft CIPC report to the Town Manager and vote to approve the minutes from the October 30, 2025 meeting. Additional items may be added if not anticipated 48 hours prior to posting.

• Review departmental capital requests from Public Works, Fire, IT, Police, Joint Communications Center, Recreation, and Schools
• Discuss potential content for draft CIPC report to Town Manager
• Review and vote to approve minutes of October 30, 2025

The committee approved the minutes from the October 30, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. Members also voted to adjourn the session 4‑0. They agreed to hold the next meeting in a hybrid format on either November 17 or November 19 at 6:00 PM. Several members volunteered to prepare draft sections and tables for the upcoming capital‑planning report.

• Approved minutes of 10/30/2025 (vote 4-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (vote 4-0-0)
• Scheduled next CIPC meeting for Nov 17 or Nov 19, 2025 (hybrid format)
• K. Lappin to pull information for report draft (volunteered)
• E. Lusky to create preliminary introductory draft for report
• B. O’Herlihy to create table of open capital projects after receiving updated data

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The Wayland 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee will meet on November 13, 2025. The agenda packet and minutes for that date are provided as meeting materials. No specific agenda items are listed in the supplied document.

The committee decided to prepare a report for the Select Board regarding the proposed two‑residence group home for adults with disabilities. Bill Whitney was assigned to circulate a draft of that report. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Prepared report for Select Board on group home project (unanimous)
• Bill Whitney to circulate draft report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will review clinical group offerings and community support initiatives. The body will also discuss regional partnerships and the launch of an opioid abatement storytelling campaign.

• Youth Together and Intergenerational Women's Group overviews
• MassCall3b Regional Partnership updates on Building Bright Brains and cohort contracting
• Opioid Abatement Funds Working Group photo voice and storytelling campaign launching in December
• WaylandCares Youth Leadership and wellness program updates
• Planning for youth game and craft nights starting in December

The Youth Advisory Council approved the September 2025 meeting minutes after a motion and second. The council agreed to keep future meetings on Wednesdays. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (ayes: Castagno, Cho, Ellis, Hanlon, Li)
• Decided to keep YAC meetings on Wednesdays
• Adjourned the meeting (ayes: Hanlon, Castagno, Cho, Ellis, Raftery)

Planning Board

The board will continue a public hearing on the site plan for St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church at 169 Rice Road. It will also host a public forum on accessory dwelling units, review and approve draft minutes from the October 15 and 29 meetings, and consider a proposed endorsement for a plan at 36‑40 Loker Street. Additional agenda items include updates from the town planner, a period for public comment, and other board business.

• Public hearing on St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church site plan – 169 Rice Road (Map 40/Lot 008)
• Public forum on accessory dwelling units sponsored by the Housing Partnership & Planning Board
• Review and approval of draft minutes from 10/15/25 and 10/29/25
• Proposed endorsement of an "Approval Not Required" plan for 36‑40 Loker Street (Map 48/Lots 088 & 0889)
• Public comment period

The Board conducted a public hearing on the St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church site plan at 169 Rice Road, hearing comments on traffic, stormwater, trees, and buffering. After a recess, the meeting continued with a public forum on Accessory Dwelling Units, providing information on requirements and resources. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Cultural Council

The Council will evaluate 22 grant applications to determine which candidates advance to the funding allocation stage. Members will also discuss and vote on whether to withhold $1,035 from the grant budget for special projects.

• Vote on withholding $1,035 for Council Special Projects Reserve
• Review and selection of candidates from 22 submitted grant applications

The council unanimously tabled approval of the October 22nd minutes. It then voted unanimously to reserve the full $1,035 grant budget for special projects and expressed unanimous support for three proposed projects in principle. Allocation amounts for each project were tabled pending further budget information, and a deadline for final grant votes was set for the end of the week or within two weeks. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Tabled approval of October 22nd minutes (unanimous)
• Reserved $1,035 for special projects (unanimous)
• Supported three special projects in principle (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of specific allocation amounts for each project
• Set deadline for final grant votes by end of week or within two weeks
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Audit Committee

The Wayland Audit Committee will discuss the draft request for proposal (RFP) to select an external auditor for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the October 27, 2025, Audit Committee meeting and set the timeline for upcoming audit‑related activities, including reviewing RFP submissions, meeting with CBIZ on the FY25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and scheduling a Board meeting on December 15, 2025. Public comment will be limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Review and discuss draft RFP for the town’s external auditor for FY26‑FY29
• Approve minutes of the October 27, 2025 Audit Committee meeting
• Align timeline for upcoming audit activities: RFP submissions, CBIZ meeting on FY25 ACFR, Board meeting Dec 15, 2025
• Public comment (two‑minute limit per speaker)
• Announcements and members’ response to public comment

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee meeting agenda for November 6, 2025 consists solely of references to the agenda, packet, and minutes PDFs. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting (6‑0‑0) and the October 22, 2025 meeting (6‑0‑0). Both motions were moved and seconded by members and passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote (6‑0‑0). No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Personnel Board

The Wayland Personnel Board will discuss and possibly vote to recommend changes to three non‑union personnel policies: Sick Leave (N4‑01.04), Annual Leave (N4‑1.1), and Bereavement Leave (N4‑5.1). The meeting also includes a Human Resources Manager report on the Classification and Compensation Study and staffing updates, as well as an executive session to address a collective‑bargaining grievance with the International Association of Firefighters and to approve prior executive‑session minutes.

• Discussion and possible vote on revisions to N4‑01.04 Sick Leave policy
• Discussion and possible vote on revisions to N4‑1.1 Annual Leave policy
• Discussion and possible vote on revisions to N4‑5.1 Bereavement Leave policy
• HR Manager report on Classification and Compensation Study and staffing update, including UMASS Boston Collins Center review
• Executive session to discuss IAFF grievance and approve 5/6/25 executive‑session minutes

The board voted to adopt the revised sick‑leave and bereavement‑leave policies for non‑union employees. It also approved the meeting minutes from June 11, 2025. The board then moved to executive session and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved Sick Leave policy with amendments (3‑0)
• Approved Bereavement Leave policy with amendments (3‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes (6/11/25) without changes (3‑0)
• Moved to executive session and adjourned (3‑0)

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will review capital requests from various town departments, discuss the draft report to the Town Manager, and approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review departmental capital requests (DPW, Fire, IT, Police, etc.)
• Discuss draft CIPC report to Town Manager
• Approve minutes of October 30, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

The Public Ceremonies Committee will first approve the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss logistics for the upcoming Veterans Day ceremony, decide how to store sound equipment, consider recruiting a new member, and receive an update on the Freedom Prize. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting
• Planning and logistics for the Veterans Day ceremony
• Discussion of storage for sound equipment
• Recruitment of a new committee member
• Freedom Prize update

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting by a 3‑0 vote. Graham Heinrich, a West Point cadet, was selected to receive this year’s Freedom Prize at the Veteran’s Day ceremony. Deacon McGary of Good Shepherd Parish was chosen to give the Invocation and Benediction, and Lt. Col. Ruben T. Joseph was invited as the keynote speaker. Arrangements for refreshments, music, and equipment were assigned to committee members.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (3‑0 vote)
• Selected Graham Heinrich as Freedom Prize recipient
• Chose Deacon McGary to deliver Invocation and Benediction
• Invited Lt. Col. Ruben T. Joseph as keynote speaker
• Assigned Sudbury Farms market for reception refreshments (amounts unchanged)
• Assigned Starbucks to provide beverages
• Designated Wayland High School trumpet trio and Maggie Agyeman for music
• Planned relocation of sound equipment to Committee Storage Area

Energy and Climate Committee

The committee will receive an update from Sustainability Coordinator Olivia Blaney and a guest presentation from Molly Cullen regarding Eversource Grid Modernization. The meeting also includes the introduction of a new hire, Julie Gagen.

• Introduction of new hire Julie Gagen
• Sustainability Coordinator update from Olivia Blaney
• Eversource Grid Modernization presentation by Molly Cullen
• Review and approval of September 24th 2025 meeting minutes

Energy and Climate Committee

The Energy and Climate Committee will receive a guest presentation from Molly Cullen regarding Eversource Grid Modernization. The meeting also includes an update from Sustainability Coordinator Olivia Blaney and the introduction of a new hire, Julie Gagen.

• Eversource Grid Modernization guest presentation by Molly Cullen
• Sustainability Coordinator update from Olivia Blaney
• Introduction of new hire Julie Gagen
• Review and approval of September 24th 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will discuss potential in-person early voting for the December 11, 2025 Special Election. The board will also consider authorizing the Town Clerk's office to handle nomination papers and petitions for 2026 elections.

• In-person early voting for December 11, 2025 Special Election
• Authorization for Town Clerk to process 2026 election nomination papers and petitions

The Board of Registrars unanimously approved a recommendation to the Select Board to allow early in‑person voting for the special election on Dec 11, 2025, with voting on Dec 5, 8, and 9 as proposed. The Board also unanimously approved authorizing the Town Clerk and staff to perform certain administrative duties normally assigned to the Board, such as certifying nomination papers and assisting with the census. No other business was taken and the meeting adjourned at 6:13 PM.

• Approved recommendation for early in‑person voting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved authorization for Town Clerk and staff to perform administrative duties (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors unanimously accepted the October 6, 2025 open‑session minutes. It also unanimously approved submitting the FY 2026 DLS Gateway certification forms (LA‑3, LA‑15, LA‑4, LA‑13). In executive session the Board accepted and released the October 6 executive‑session minutes, accepted October 2025 motor‑vehicle abatements, and approved FY 2027 Chapter Land Applications.

• Accepted October 6, 2025 open‑session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved submission of FY 2026 DLS Gateway forms LA‑3, LA‑15, LA‑4, LA‑13 (unanimous)
• Accepted and released October 6, 2025 executive‑session minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted October 2025 motor‑vehicle abatements (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2027 Chapter Land Applications (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review financing recommendations for the Happy Hollow wells upgrade and a proposed connection to the MWRA water system. The body will also participate in a joint Financial Summit with the Select Board and School Board.

• Financing for MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells upgrade
• Review of impact on water rates and real estate taxes
• Selection of a member for the Board of Public Works committee regarding transfer station operations and curbside trash/recycling
• Joint Financial Summit with the Select Board and School Board

The committee approved the amended minutes from the October 6 meeting by a 4‑0‑2 vote. P. Roman volunteered to serve as the Finance Committee representative on the Board of Public Works transfer‑station review. Members scheduled a joint meeting with the Economic Development Committee for November 17 at 7:00 PM. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of 10/6/25 (amended) (4-0-2)
• P. Roman volunteered as FinCom member for transfer‑station review
• Scheduled joint Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting for Nov 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Select Board

The provided agenda consists of file names for meeting materials and packets. There are no specific discussion items or decisions listed in the text.

The Select Board appointed Clifford Lewis to the Conservation Commission and Kavya Sawrikar to the Energy & Climate Committee, both unanimously. It entered executive session to discuss collective‑bargaining strategy, also unanimously. The Board approved the execution of $8,215,000 in bonds and $1,354,577 in notes, with a 5‑0‑0 vote. It authorized the Town Manager to sign an acknowledgement for the sale of 400‑440 Boston Post Road (4‑0‑1, one abstention).

• Appointed Clifford Lewis to Conservation Commission (5-0-0)
• Appointed Kavya Sawrikar to Energy & Climate Committee (student) (5-0-0)
• Entered executive session on collective‑bargaining strategy (5-0-0)
• Approved execution of $8,215,000 bonds to Raymond James & Associates (5-0-0)
• Approved $1,354,577 bond anticipation notes to Fidelity Capital Markets (5-0-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to sign acknowledgment for 400‑440 Boston Post Road sale (4-0-1)
• Tabled Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) First Policy for future consideration

Wayland Housing Authority

The board approved the FY 2026 operating budget with a 5% salary increase cap for employees. It also approved several bill and debit‑card warrants totaling over $48,000, and authorized additional funding for re‑grading Mayflower Path. The 2026 Public Housing Plan Update and Section 8 voucher payment standards were adopted as well.

• Tabled minutes of 9/4/25 (unanimous)
• Approve Revolving Fund Bill Warrant for September 2025 $47,283.239 (unanimous)
• Approve Debit Card Warrants for August $529.14 and September $1,362.89 2025 (unanimous)
• Approve FY 2026 WHA operating budget with 5% salary increase cap (unanimous)
• Approve additional $1,342 WHA share for Mayflower Path re‑grading (4 ayes, 1 abstention)
• Approve 2026 Public Housing Plan Update (unanimous)
• Approve Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards (unanimous)
• Approve Hammond Road Bill Warrant for July 2025 $617.45 (unanimous)

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will review previously approved capital projects from the June 16, 2025 Select Board meeting. It will discuss departmental capital requests submitted this year, including those from the Department of Public Works. The committee will also examine the current Capital Improvement Plan form template and consider content for a draft CIPC report. Finally, the committee will vote to approve the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting.

• Review outstanding approved capital improvement projects from June 16, 2025 Select Board meeting
• Discuss departmental capital requests submitted this year (DPW available)
• Review current Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) form template
• Discuss potential content for draft CIPC report to Town Manager
• Vote to approve minutes of October 15, 2025

The committee approved the draft minutes of the October 15, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0‑0 vote. They scheduled the next two meetings—Nov 5, 2025 at 5 PM (hybrid) and Nov 13, 2025 at 5 PM (in‑person). Members agreed to develop three to five sections for the upcoming CIPC report and assigned related tasks. Additional actions include checking project status with the Assistant Town Manager and obtaining a sample evaluation form from the Town of Millis.

• Approved the October 15, 2025 minutes (5‑0‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5‑0‑0)
• Set next meeting for Nov 5, 2025 at 5 PM hybrid format
• Set next meeting for Nov 13, 2025 at 5 PM in‑person format
• Agreed to develop 3‑5 sections for the CIPC draft report
• K. Lappin to check with Assistant Town Manager on project‑listing notes
• B. O’Herlihy to send Town of Millis evaluation form to K. Lappin
• K. Lappin to consult Town Manager/Clerk on Open Meeting Law compliance for draft report

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding Notices of Intent for several residential and institutional projects. The body will also discuss litigation strategy in executive session and review a draft proposal for Hamlen Woods improvements.

• 169 Rice Road: Proposed demolition of church and construction of three new buildings, parking, and a sports field
• 67A Loker Street: Proposed demolition of a barn and construction of a 6-unit Compact Apartment Facility
• 37, 45, 47 Waltham Rd: Request for Determination for a new Carroll School building, parking, and septic system
• 397 Boston Post Road: Notice of Intent for after-the-fact paving and stormwater management
• 108 Lakeshore Drive: Notice of Intent for prior unpermitted renovation work

The Conservation Commission voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy. It then voted 5‑0 to continue the public hearings for projects at 108 Lakeshore Drive, 397 Boston Post Road, 169 Rice Road, 11 Cameron Road, and 67A Loker Street to later dates in November or December 2025.

• Entered executive session to discuss litigation (5-0)
• Continued 108 Lakeshore Drive hearing to Nov 19, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued 397 Boston Post Road hearing to Dec 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued 169 Rice Road hearing to Nov 19, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued 11 Cameron Road hearing to Nov 19, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued 67A Loker Street hearing to Nov 19, 2025 (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider approval of the Carroll School site plan for lots 014, 015 and 016 at 37‑45 Waltham Road. It will also review an amendment to the 8 Andrew Avenue Community Center site plan to reflect an updated landscape plan. Additionally, the board will discuss plans for a public forum on accessory dwelling units scheduled for November 12, 2025.

• PB #25-03 – Public hearing on the Carroll School Site Plan Approval (37‑45 Waltham Road, Map 5, Lots 014‑016)
• PB #23-03 – Amendment to the 8 Andrew Avenue Community Center Phase I Site Plan to update the landscape plan
• Planning of a public forum on Accessory Dwelling Units for 11/12/25 at 7:00 p.m.

The Planning Board approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to continue the Carroll School public hearing to November 19, 2025 at 7:45 p.m. The Board also authorized the Chair to finalize the Phase I Site Plan Amendment for the Council on Aging/Community Center. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (3-0-0)
• Continued Carroll School hearing to Nov 19, 2025 at 7:45 p.m. (5-0-0)
• Authorized Chair to finalize Council on Aging/Community Center Phase I Site Plan Amendment (5-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will visit St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church to review proposed modifications. No deliberation will occur during this visit. A continued hearing is scheduled for November 12, 2025.

• Site walk for PB #25-02: 169 Rice Road (St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church) regarding Site Plan Approval

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review its recommendation to keep CBIZ as the town auditor for FY 2025 and to issue a request for proposal for the FY 2026‑FY 2029 audit cycles. Members will discuss whether to broaden the RFP scope to include additional assurance services such as IT controls testing and benchmarking. The committee will also consider two other recommendations: hiring a third‑party for agreed‑upon procedures on internal controls and hiring a third‑party to review the town’s top vendor contracts from the last two fiscal years. The meeting includes approval of the June 2, 2025 minutes and discussion of vacant committee seats.

• Recommendation to continue CBIZ as auditor for FY 2025 and to initiate an RFP for FY 2026‑FY 2029 audits
• Discussion of potentially expanding the RFP scope to include IT general controls testing, internal‑control reviews, and peer benchmarking
• Recommendation to engage a third‑party for agreed‑upon procedures over internal controls
• Recommendation to engage a third‑party to review top vendor contracts from the most recent two fiscal years, including inventory, compliance, spend analysis, and optimization
• Approval of minutes from the June 2, 2025 Audit Committee meeting

The committee approved the minutes from its June 2, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. A motion to adjourn also passed 3‑0. Members assigned follow‑up tasks for the upcoming external auditor RFP and third‑party review recommendations.

• Approved June 2, 2025 Audit Committee minutes (3‑0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (3‑0)
• Finance Director Keveny to ask Management Analyst Kelsi Power‑Spirlet to prepare external auditor RFP
• Klaus Shigley assigned to follow up with S. Schullo on third‑party review recommendations

Select Board

The Board voted unanimously to schedule a special election on December 11, 2025 for a debt‑exclusion ballot question concerning the DPW building at 66 River Road. It also approved police details at the Wayland Town Building (41 Cochituate Road) for that election. The Board decided to keep the traditional polling hours of 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for the election. Action on authorizing the Town Manager to sign the acknowledgement certificate for the Town Center sale was tabled until the next meeting.

• Schedule special election Dec 11 2025 for debt‑exclusion ballot (5‑0‑0)
• Approve police details at 41 Cochituate Road for Dec 11 election (5‑0‑0)
• Keep polling hours 7 a.m.–8 p.m. for election (unanimous decision)
• Table Town Center acknowledgement certificate action (postponed)
• Adjourn meeting (5‑0‑0)

Wastewater Management District Commission

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will review a grant application called the Community One Stop for Growth Grant. It will also consider two sewer connection projects: one on Hastings Way and another at 21 Cochituate Road. The commission will receive monthly operating and financial reports and approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting.

• Community One Stop for Growth Grant
• Hastings Way Sewer Connection
• 21 Cochituate Road Sewer Connection
• Monthly Operating Report
• Monthly Financial Report

Planning Board

On Thursday, October 23, 2025, the Wayland Planning Board will tour the Carroll School campus at 37-45 Waltham Road with the applicant’s representatives. The board will not deliberate on the revised site plan during this walk. A continued hearing on the application is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

• Site walk of The Carroll School, 37-45 Waltham Road, at 1:00 p.m. on Oct 23 2025
• Review of revised/amended site plan application (PB #25-03) – no board deliberation
• Continued hearing set for Oct 29 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee will review meeting materials, including a packet and minutes, for the October 22, 2025 meeting.

• Review of 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee meeting materials
• Review of 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee packet
• Review of 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee minutes

The advisory committee approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes with an amendment. It resolved to schedule a site visit to the 212 Cochituate Road property. The committee confirmed that any development partner will be chosen through an RFP process, emphasizing fit and experience over the lowest bid, and noted that CIL and CLM RFI submissions were highly regarded. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 7‑0‑0)
• Resolved to schedule a site visit to 212 Cochituate Road
• Confirmed development partner selection will use an RFP process (fit over lowest bid)
• Recognized CIL and CLM RFI submissions as highly regarded
• Identified pending town counsel questions on property upkeep, setbacks, and affordable‑housing provisions
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous 7‑0‑0)

Housing Partnership

The Wayland Housing Partnership will review and approve the minutes from its September 17, 2025 meeting. It will receive updates from the 212 Cochituate Committee and Good Shepard Development. Members will discuss the upcoming November 12 ADU Forum. The board will then review and approve its 2025 Annual Report before setting the date for the next meeting.

• Approve the minutes of the September 17, 2025 meeting
• Updates from 212 Cochituate Committee and Good Shepard Development
• Discuss the November 12 ADU Forum
• Review and approve the 2025 Annual Report
• Set next meeting date and agenda

The board unanimously approved the September 17, 2025 minutes (5 yeas). Katherine Provost announced her resignation from the Wayland Housing Partnership and the 212 Committee. The board decided not to prioritize appointing a new member to the 212 Committee at this time. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (7 yeas).

• Approved September 17 minutes (5 yeas)
• Resignation of Katherine Provost from WHP and 212 Committee announced
• Postponed appointment of new member to 212 Committee (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (7 yeas)

Cultural Council

The Wayland Cultural Council will meet to review grant rules and examine an initial list of eligible grantees. The meeting will be conducted entirely via remote participation.

• Review of grant rules
• Review of first list of eligible grantees

The council approved the August 13 minutes, pending a correction to Marie Isenburg’s name. Members agreed to send a list of unclaimed grant funds to the chair and for the chair to contact those grantees. The vote on withholding $1,035 for discretionary projects was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved August 13 minutes pending name correction
• Naresh Mysore to send list of unclaimed funds to the Chair
• Chair Pallavi Nagesha to reach out to listed grantees
• Postponed vote on withholding $1,035 for special projects
• Motion to adjourn passed

Recreation Commission

The Wayland Recreation Commission will review and possibly vote on budget and capital project initiatives for the Recreation Department, including applications for Community Preservation Act funds. The meeting will also approve the September 16, 2025 minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates from commissioners and the Recreation Director on events and the Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee.

• Approve minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period (limited to two minutes per speaker)
• Commissioner announcements on the Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee and Community Preservation Committee
• Recreation Director’s report on the Wayland Festival and other events
• Review and vote on recreation budget requests and CPA Fund application requests

The commission voted 5-0-0 to adopt the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. It decided to place an agenda item on Sherman’s Bridge concerns for the next meeting and to invite written‑input constituents. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 5-0-0 vote.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Added agenda item on Sherman’s Bridge concerns for next meeting
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will review the Wayland Community Life & Engagement Executive Report and consider recommendations for the Select Board. The committee will also discuss a potential Human Rights Day event in December and review Wayland Festival expenses.

• Possible vote on recommendations to the Select Board regarding the Wayland Community Life & Engagement Executive Report
• Discussion and possible vote on a December Human Rights Day event
• Review of Wayland Festival expenses incurred by ArtsWayland
• Discussion with Caroline Han regarding the Wayland Public Schools' Hate Crime Prevention Grant
• Discussion of the first 'Conversations for Change' session at the Library

The committee voted to approve the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes as presented. The motion was made by Kevin, seconded by Denise, and passed unanimously with four members abstaining. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, 4 abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council On Aging Board

The Wayland Council on Aging Board will review and vote on the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive an update on community‑center projects, including the flagpole installation. The board will consider the FY2025 annual report, discuss senior tax relief, and explore a model for business sponsorships to offset budget constraints.

• Review and vote on September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Community Center update – flagpole installation project
• FY2025 Council on Aging annual report
• Discussion of senior tax relief
• Consideration of business sponsorship model for budget

The council on aging board unanimously approved the September 9, 2025 minutes (5 yeas). By consensus the board approved allowing companies to give structured presentations to residents, with Julie Secord to confirm details with the town manager. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously (7 yeas).

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (5 yeas)
• Approved vendor presentation format for residents (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (7 yeas)

Board Of Public Works

The Wayland Board of Public Works will review updates on the Sherman’s Bridge project and the town’s water budget, including FY26 year‑to‑date financials and cash‑flow analysis. Members will discuss and possibly vote on financing recommendations for the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) project and on town financial planning policies. Additional items include an update on the automated meter infrastructure project, water fund motions, and a transfer station financial report.

• Sherman’s Bridge Project Update – 10 min
• Water Budget Finances (FY26 YTD Summary, expenses, cash‑flow) – 15 min
• MWRA Project Debt Service Financing Recommendations – discussion/vote
• Town Financial Planning Policies & Procedures – discussion/vote
• Automated Meter Infrastructure Project status – 10 min

The Board reviewed public comments on the Sherman Bridge project, including concerns about access, speed limits, and design features. They received an update on the project timeline, MassDOT requirements, and the possibility of a resident working group, but no resolution was reached. The Board also examined water budget finances, PFAS settlement payments, and various options for financing MWRA and Happy Hollow debt service, without a formal vote or decision.

Board Of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review water budget finances, cash flow, and the impact of debt service on water rates. The board may vote on MWRA project debt service financing, financial planning policies, and water fund motions.

• MWRA Project Debt Service Financing recommendations
• Town Financial Planning Policies & Procedures
• Water Fund motions
• Sherman’s Bridge Project update
• Transfer Station FY26 YTD Financial Report and RFQ status

Surface Water Quality Committee

The Surface Water Quality Committee will receive an update on historical water testing at North Pond and current testing at Snake Brook, along with the status of invasive species management under Mass DCR permit 322-972 for Lake Cochituate. It will review the season‑end herbicide use and water chestnut harvesting at Heard Pond and consider approving related invoices. The committee will also discuss extending the Dudley Pond Order of Conditions (permit 322-859) that expires in March 2026.

• Lake Cochituate: historical testing at North Pond and testing at Snake Brook; update on invasive management under Mass DCR permit 322-972
• Heard Pond: season‑end review of herbicide application and water chestnut harvesting; invoice approvals for harvesting and herbicide permitting
• Dudley Pond: extension request for Order of Conditions permit 322-859, expiring March 2026

The Surface Water Quality Committee approved the September 30 minutes (4‑0). It voted to submit a proposal to the Community Preservation Committee for weed‑management funding on Heard Pond, with a deadline of November 13 (4‑0). The committee also approved payment of two Solitude invoices—$300 for herbicide treatment and $2,400 for water‑chestnut management (4‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 PM (4‑0).

• Approved September 30 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved proposal to Community Preservation Committee for Heard Pond weed management (4‑0)
• Approved payment of invoice PSI212666, $300 (4‑0)
• Approved payment of invoice PSI212602, $2,400 (4‑0)
• Adjoined meeting at 7:50 PM (4‑0)

Senior Tax Relief Committee

The Senior Tax Relief Committee will review and vote to approve the draft minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. It will then prioritize its tax relief initiatives for fiscal year 2026. The committee will discuss a draft article for the Wayland Post and set the date and time for its next meeting.

• Review and vote to approve draft minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting
• Prioritize senior tax relief initiatives for FY2026
• Discuss draft article for the Wayland Post
• Identify date and time of the next committee meeting

The Senior Tax Relief Committee approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. The committee also approved a Wayland Post article describing the committee’s work for seniors, which will be sent to the newspaper. Other topics such as Circuit Breaker eligibility, accessory dwelling units, and free senior use of the landfill were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of the August 26, 2025 meeting
• Approved Wayland Post article on the committee (to be sent to the Post)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a Health Equity Needs Assessment and consider co-sponsoring an ADU forum with the Wayland Housing Partnership. The board will also address resident concerns regarding the Coptic Church expansion on Rice Road and Title 5 violations at the Community Pool.

• Health Equity Needs Assessment presentation and discussion
• Appointments for Health Director, Health Agents, Inspector of Milk, and Food Inspector
• Housing/inspection request update for 10 Shore Drive
• Request to co-sponsor an ADU Forum with Wayland Housing Partnership
• Discussion of Community Pool Title 5 violations regarding leachfield area

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive a presentation on a Health Equity Needs Assessment and vote on co-sponsoring an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) forum. The board will also vote on several health official appointments and review a housing inspection request for 10 Shore Drive.

• Vote on co-sponsoring a Wayland Housing Partnership ADU Forum
• Appointments for Health Director, Health Agents, Inspector of Milk, and Food Inspector
• Housing/inspection request update for 10 Shore Drive
• Discussion of Community Pool Title 5 violations regarding leachfield area
• Presentation on Health Equity Needs Assessment

The October 20, 2025 Board of Health meeting provided updates on public health staffing, disease cases, vaccination clinics, housing/inspection issues at 10 Shore Drive, and the Health Equity Needs Assessment. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

Select Board

The Board appointed Neeti Singhal Mahajan to the Economic Development Committee and C. Schaff to the non‑voting Energy & Climate Committee. It voted unanimously to co‑sponsor an Accessory Dwelling Unit forum and to expand the charge for advisory committees. The Board approved a $884,000 grant for the Dam and Seawall Repair program and designated a part‑time procurement specialist as a special municipal employee. It also approved the consent calendar (excluding two items) and adopted the September 29 and October 6 meeting minutes.

• Appointed Neeti Singhal Mahajan to Economic Development Committee (4-0-0)
• Appointed C. Schaff to non‑voting Energy & Climate Committee (5-0-0)
• Co‑sponsored Accessory Dwelling Unit forum with Planning Board (5-0-0)
• Expanded charge for advisory committees (5-0-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar except items 4 and 6 (5-0-0)
• Approved $884,000 grant for Dam and Seawall Repair program (5-0-0)
• Designated part‑time Procurement Specialist as Special Municipal Employee (5-0-0)
• Approved September 29, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Finance Committee Appointing Board

The Finance Committee Appointing Board meeting agenda for October 17, 2025 contains only references to supplemental PDFs and no specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or other concrete items are listed. The agenda appears to be procedural boilerplate.

The Finance Committee Appointing Board unanimously approved re‑appointing Pamela Roman for a two‑year term ending June 30 2027 and appointing Rob Quimby for a three‑year term ending June 30 2028. The motion was moved by Carol Martin, seconded by Miranda Jones, and all three members voted aye. The board also approved the September 18 2025 meeting minutes as amended. No other business was taken.

• Re‑appointed Pamela Roman to Finance Committee, term until June 30 2027 (3‑0)
• Appointed Rob Quimby to Finance Committee, term until June 30 2028 (3‑0)
• Approved September 18 2025 meeting minutes as amended (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss strategies to activate the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor and establish goals for fiscal year 2026. Members will review updates on the Town Green, the status of Town Center sales, and pending state bond funding.

• Proposed townhouse café and bistro use at Collins Market
• Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District outreach
• Route 20 Master Plan and Sidewalks and Curb Cut Engineering
• Pending $300k in bond awards for Master Plan design, Economic Devt officer, and MBTA Communities
• Ribbon cuttings for United Volleyball Club, Life Techs, and Takara

The Economic Development Committee approved the August 28, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. The committee then adjourned the October 17, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved August 28 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (4‑0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss the FY2027 operating budget and a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. The board is also considering a policy on service animals and the potential use of 14 West Plain Street as an off-site location.

• FY2027 annual operating budget and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (FY2027-32)
• Proposed policy on service animals in the Library
• Expenditure of $89.29 from State Aid to cover late FY25 invoices
• Discussion of 21 Cochituate Road (Collins Market) regarding parking and traffic
• Review of 14 West Plain Street as an off-site location for library use

Board of Library Trustees

The Wayland Board of Library Trustees will review and possibly vote on draft minutes from September, evaluate Director Chris Lindquist, and approve a small $89.29 State Aid expenditure. The meeting includes discussion and potential approval of the FY2027 annual operating budget and the 5‑Year Capital Improvement Plan (FY2027‑32). Additional items cover a proposed service‑animal policy, updates on building repairs and the Millennium Fund Home Rule Petition, and other library‑related projects.

• Possible vote to approve $89.29 State Aid expenditure for late invoices (FY25)
• Possible vote to approve FY2027 annual operating budget
• Discussion and possible vote on the 5‑Year Capital Improvement Plan (FY2027‑32)
• Possible vote on a proposed policy regarding service animals in the library
• Possible votes on building repairs, including elevator project and HVAC upgrades

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will discuss capital and debt policies approved by the Select Board and review the FY26‑FY30 capital plan and related projects. The meeting includes a finance committee report, a review of capital funding sources, and a vote on the September 30, 2025 minutes. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Discuss Capital and Debt Policies approved by Select Board
• Review FY26‑FY30 Capital Plan and associated projects
• Finance Committee report and review of capital funding sources
• Vote to approve minutes of September 30, 2025
• Public comment (2‑minute limit per person)

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee approved the draft minutes from September 30, 2025 by a 5‑0‑0 vote. Members also agreed on the dates and formats for the next two meetings: October 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM in person, and November 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM in a hybrid format. Both scheduling motions passed unanimously.

• Approve minutes of 9/30/2025 (5-0-0)
• Set next meeting for Oct 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM in person (unanimous)
• Set following meeting for Nov 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM hybrid (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding site plan approvals for a church and a school. The board will also consider an endorsement of an approval not required plan and review a landscape plan for a community center.

• Public hearing for St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church site plan at 169 Rice Road
• Public hearing for The Carroll School site plan at 37-45 Waltham Road
• Proposed endorsement of approval not required plan for 37-45 Waltham Road
• Updated landscape plan for Council On Aging/Community Center at 8 Andrew Avenue
• Revised water main and hydrant plan for Charena Farm subdivision at 13 Charena Road

The Board postponed the decision on the St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church site plan, moving the hearing to November 12, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. (Hybrid). The motion was moved by R. Borgestedt, seconded by I. Montague, and approved unanimously (5‑0‑0). No vote or decision was recorded for the Carroll School site plan hearing.

• Continue Coptic Church site plan hearing to Nov 12, 2025 (5-0)
• No decision recorded on Carroll School site plan hearing

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings regarding site plan approvals for two locations. The board will also consider an endorsement of an Approval Not Required plan and review landscape updates for a community center.

• Public hearing for St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church site plan at 169 Rice Road
• Public hearing for The Carroll School site plan at 37-45 Waltham Road
• Proposed endorsement of Approval Not Required plan for 37-45 Waltham Road
• Updated landscape plan for Council On Aging/Community Center at 8 Andrew Avenue
• Review of Charena Farm definitive subdivision water main and hydrant plan at 13 Charena Road

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will review and approve the September 16 minutes, receive a grant notification from the interim treasurer, and hear updates on a new 3‑bedroom unit at 12 Hammond Road and an advisory committee appointment. The board will then vote on co‑sponsoring the Wayland Housing Partnership/Planning Board Accessory Dwelling Unit forum. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session.

• Review and approve minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting
• Interim Treasurer notification of a grant
• Update on a new 3‑bedroom unit at 12 Hammond Road by Habitat for Humanity and Good Shepard Development
• Appointment of Brian Boggia to the 212 Cochituate Advisory Committee representing the Trust
• Vote to co‑sponsor the Wayland Housing Partnership/Planning Board Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) forum

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review applications for land use changes and building reconstruction. The board will consider a special permit for a café and bistro and a request to rebuild a home on a nonconforming lot.

• ZBA 25-25: Special Permit for a café and bistro with outdoor patio at 21 Cochituate Road
• ZBA 25-26: Variance/special permit to demolish and reconstruct a single-family dwelling at 7 East Road
• Update from Building Commissioner regarding Bus Parking meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the draft minutes from September 9, 2025. It then voted to continue the 21 Cochituate Road restaurant special‑permit case (Case #25-25) to the next meeting on November 18, 2025. The board also continued the 7 East Road reconstruction case (Case #25-26) to the same November 18 meeting.

• Approved September 9, 2025 draft minutes (5-0-1)
• Continued case 25-25 (21 Cochituate Rd) to Nov 18, 2025 (4-0-1)
• Continued case 25-26 (7 East Rd) to Nov 18, 2025 (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to review a single application. The board will consider a request for a variance or special permit regarding a residential property.

• Case #25-26: Application of Charlie Mazokopos to demolish and reconstruct a single-family dwelling at 7 East Road

Design Review Advisory Board

The Design Review Advisory Board will review a project application for the Carroll School and discuss correspondence regarding a Coptic Orthodox Church. The board will also review the Wayland Design Guidelines.

• Application review for 37/45 Waltham Rd. (Carroll School)
• Correspondence regarding St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church at 169 Rice Rd.
• Review of Wayland Design Guidelines

The Design Review Advisory Board approved the amended minutes from the September 3 and September 9, 2025 meetings, each with a 3-0-0 vote. A motion to adjourn the October 14 meeting also passed unanimously with a 3-0-0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-0)
• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee

The Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee will hear a resident presentation on a potential dog park. The committee will also discuss consultant recommendations for the site's best use and may vote on further expenditures for consultant work.

• Presentation by residents on placing a dog park at the Route 20 South Landfill
• Discussion of recommendations from The Collaborative and Weston & Sampson
• Possible vote to recommend further expenditure of available funds for consultants
• Discussion regarding issuing a Request for Information for the site
• Discussion regarding holding a public forum about the site

The Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee held a hybrid meeting on October 10, 2025. After public comments and discussion of various site‑use ideas, the only formal action taken was to adjourn the meeting by a 6‑0 vote. No proposals, funding items, or project plans were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board Of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss the Sherman’s Bridge project involving the Town of Wayland and the Town of Sudbury. The meeting includes a presentation and a public forum for questions and answers.

• Sherman’s Bridge welcome and introduction

Board Of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hear a welcome and introduction by Capital Strategic Solutions regarding the Sherman’s Bridge project. A presentation by the same firm will follow. The meeting will then open a public forum for questions and answers.

• Welcome and Introduction – Capital Strategic Solutions (CSS) – 5 minutes
• Information and Presentation – Capital Strategic Solutions (CSS) – 10 minutes
• Open Public Forum – Questions and Answers – 75 minutes

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review and vote on the minutes from the January 9, 2025 meeting. It will vote on the FY2025 annual report and on authorizing a $4,350 payment from the Community Preservation Fund Administrative Fund for membership dues to the Community Preservation Coalition. The committee will discuss finances, project updates, set the schedule and deadlines for 2026 CPA project applications, and approve the application forms for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. Officers for FY2026 will be elected.

• Vote to authorize $4,350 payment from Community Preservation Fund Administrative Fund for Community Preservation Coalition membership dues
• Review and vote on FY2025 Annual Report to the Town
• Decide schedule and deadlines for 2026 CPA project applications
• Approve application forms for 2026 Annual Town Meeting
• Elect CPC chair, vice chair, and clerk for FY2026

The Committee voted 6‑0‑0 to close the public informational hearing. The minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting were approved, 5‑0, with one abstention. The meeting was then adjourned by a 6‑0‑0 vote.

• Closed public hearing (6-0-0)
• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes as amended (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Personnel Board

The Wayland Personnel Board will hold an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for a grievance with the International Association of Firefighters, Local 1978, and to approve executive session minutes from May 6, 2025. In the open session the board will consider a proposed amendment to Personnel Policy #N4-4.1 concerning sick leave for non‑union employees, approve open‑session minutes from May 6 and June 11, 2025, and hear member reports.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for IAFF Local 1978 grievance
• Review and approve executive session minutes from 5/6/25
• Proposed amendment to Personnel Policy #N4-4.1 Sick Leave for non‑union employees
• Approval of open session meeting minutes for 5/6/25 and 6/11/25
• Personnel Board member reports and concerns

The Board voted 4‑0‑0 to enter executive session to hear a Step 2 firefighter grievance. It then approved the May 6, 2025 minutes with corrections by a 4‑0‑0 vote. The Board scheduled its next meeting for Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0‑0 vote.

• Entered executive session to hear Step 2 grievance (4-0-0)
• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes with corrections (4-0-0)
• Set next meeting for Nov 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will review clinical updates, regional partnerships, and opioid abatement fund activities. The body will also discuss community education and wellness programs at Wayland Middle School and Wayland High School.

• Opioid Abatement Funds Working Group update and Recovery Month report
• MassCall3b Regional Partnership cohort contracting
• October 17th Witches Woods event for 7th and 8th graders
• October 21st Healthy Relationships and Violence Prevention event
• Wellness program and SADD opioid education partnership at Wayland High School

The Youth Advisory Council began the meeting at 6:09 p.m. after a motion to start was approved. Chair Raftery moved to hold off on approving the September minutes until the November 12 meeting because there was no quorum, and the motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 6:59 p.m. after a motion to end was approved.

• Motion to begin the meeting approved
• Motion to postpone approval of September minutes until Nov 12 approved
• Motion to adjourn the meeting approved

Public Ceremonies Committee

The Wayland Public Ceremonies Committee will approve the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss logistics for the upcoming Veterans Day ceremony. The committee will also consider a payment to Poises 0f Wellesley, storage of sound equipment, recruitment of a new member, and an update on the Freedom Prize. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date.

• Veterans Day Ceremony Planning and Logistics
• Approve payment for Poises 0f Wellesley
• Storage of Sound Equipment
• Recruitment of new member
• Freedom Prize Update

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The Wayland 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee meeting on Oct 8 2025 provides only meeting material documents. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the agenda.

The advisory committee approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting with a 7-0-0 vote. The committee also voted to adjourn the October 8 meeting with a 7-0-0 vote. No substantive decisions about the housing project were made; the project remains in an exploratory phase.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings on Notice of Intent filings for wetland work at 397 Boston Post Road, 169 Rice Road, and 11 Cameron Road. It will also consider requests for determination for projects at 13 Charena Road, 13 Stanton Street, 4 Wheelock Road, and storm‑drainage improvements at Mansion Road and Lakeshore Drive. The agenda includes a certificate of compliance for 19 Snake Brook Road, approval of the September 24, 2025 minutes, and any other topics raised. The meeting will be held remotely.

• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for paving and stormwater work at 397 Boston Post Road (DEP file 322‑1048).
• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for demolition and new construction at 169 Rice Road (DEP file 322‑1053).
• Public hearing – Notice of Intent for an addition to a single‑family home at 11 Cameron Road (DEP file 322‑1054).
• Request for Determination – Demolition and new five‑bedroom home at 13 Charena Road (D‑1044).
• Request for Determination – Storm‑drainage system improvements at Mansion Road and Lakeshore Drive (D‑1049).

The Conservation Commission voted unanimously to continue three pending wetland hearings to October 29, 2025. It also voted 6‑0 to issue negative determinations under the Wetland Protection Act and permits under Chapter 194 for projects at 13 Charena Road, 13 Stanton Street, 4 Wheelock Road, and the Mansion Road/Lakeshore Drive storm‑drainage improvement. Additionally, a Certificate of Compliance was approved for 19 Snake Brook Road.

• Continued hearing for 397 Boston Post Road (Notice of Intent) to Oct 29, 2025 – vote 5-0
• Continued hearing for 169 Rice Road (Notice of Intent) to Oct 29, 2025 – vote 6-0
• Continued hearing for 11 Cameron Road (Notice of Intent) to Oct 29, 2025 – vote 6-0
• Issued negative determination and permit for 13 Charena Road, Lot A1 – vote 6-0
• Issued negative determination and permit for 13 Stanton Street – vote 6-0
• Issued negative determination and permit for 4 Wheelock Road – vote 6-0
• Issued negative determination and permit for Mansion Road and Lakeshore Drive project – vote 6-0
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 19 Snake Brook Road – vote 6-0

Historical Commission

The Wayland Historical Commission will meet on October 8, 2025 at 1:00 pm at 41 Cochituate Road. The agenda includes a vote on the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes, a discussion about a display in the town building, and a review of the Wayland Festival. Commissioners will also consider suggestions for the town’s 250th anniversary and receive a report on house plaques and new guidelines. Additional items cover cemetery programming, archaeology topics, and any new business.

• Vote on September 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of a display in the town building
• Review of the Wayland Festival
• Consideration of suggestions for Wayland’s 250th anniversary
• House plaques report and new guidelines

Historical Commission

The commission accepted the September 2025 minutes unanimously. It approved a revision to the house‑plaque application requiring buildings to be at least 75 years old and retain significant original character and design, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved revision of house‑plaque criteria to require buildings be at least 75 years old and retain original character (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review motor vehicle and trailer excise commitments and provide updates on office activities. The board is also preparing for the FY 2026 disclosure period and a tax classification hearing.

• Review of FY 2026 motor vehicle and trailer excise fifth, eighth, and ninth commitments
• FY 2026 Disclosure Period scheduled for October 20 to October 24, 2025
• FY 2026 Tax Classification Hearing scheduled for November 17, 2025
• Executive session to review September 2025 motor vehicle abatements
• Executive session regarding ATB cases for 3 Glen Oak Dr and 357 Commonwealth Rd

The Board accepted the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. It approved the FY 2026 motor vehicle and trailer excise totals for calendar years 2023, 2024, and 2025, each by unanimous vote. The Board set the next meeting for November 3, 2025 and adjourned the session unanimously.

• Accepted September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026 CY 2023 motor vehicle and trailer excise totals (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026 CY 2024 motor vehicle and trailer excise totals (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026 CY 2025 motor vehicle and trailer excise totals (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for November 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Wayland Finance Committee will first approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. It will then review the status of the fiscal year 2027 budget, including a possible Proposition 2½ override and debt reclassification for the Department of Public Works Facility at 66 River Road. Additional discussions will cover peer community benchmarking on wage and classification studies, a proposed connection to the MWRA water system and upgrade of the Happy Hollow wells, and a review of the Town’s Financial Policies Manual.

• Vote to approve minutes of the September 8, 2025 Finance Committee meeting
• Review FY2027 budget status and potential Proposition 2½ override, including debt reclassification for the DPW Facility at 66 River Road
• Discussion of peer community benchmarking on wage & classification study and recent Proposition 2½ overrides
• Consideration of proposed connection to the MWRA water system and upgrade of Happy Hollow wells
• Review of the Town’s Financial Policies Manual prepared by the Division of Local Services

The committee approved the October 6 meeting minutes by a 5‑0‑0 vote. It then moved and seconded a recommendation that the remaining debt for the Department of Public Works facility at 66 River Road, approximately $703,500, be reclassified from levy debt to excluded debt, which passed 5‑0‑0. The board also discussed budget strategies to avoid a Proposition 2½ override, including issuing bond anticipation notes and possible debt reclassification, but no further actions were voted on.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Recommended reclassification of $703,500 DPW debt to excluded debt (5-0-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including a potential Proposition 2½ override. Members will review the reclassification of debt for the Department of Public Works Facility at 66 River Road and discuss water system upgrades.

• Debt reclassification for the Department of Public Works Facility at 66 River Road
• Discussion of a possible Proposition 2½ override
• Review of peer community benchmarking for wage and classification studies
• Proposed connection to the MWRA water system and Happy Hollow wells upgrade
• Review of the Town’s Financial Policies Manual prepared by the Division of Local Services

Select Board

The Select Board approved a $38,011.42 Department of Homeland Security grant for the Fire Department and authorized a task order of up to $1,656,920 for PFAS final design, permitting, and bidding. The Board confirmed Brian Boggia’s appointment to the 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee and adopted the September 15 and 24 meeting minutes. The EV First Light Duty Vehicle Policy and advisory‑committee charge revisions were tabled for a later meeting.

• Approved $38,011.42 DHS Fire Dept grant (consent calendar, vote 4-0-0)
• Authorized up to $1,656,920 PFAS design task order (consent calendar, vote 4-0-0)
• Confirmed Brian Boggia appointment to 212 Cochituate Rd Advisory Committee (vote 4-0-0)
• Approved September 15 and September 24 meeting minutes (vote 3-0-1)
• Tabled vote on EV First Light Duty Vehicle Policy (no vote taken)
• Tabled vote on expanding advisory‑board charge (no vote taken)

Personnel Board

The Wayland Personnel Board will meet on October 1, 2025 at 3:00 pm in a hybrid format. The board will enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for a grievance with the International Association of Firefighters, Local 1978, and to review executive session minutes from May 6, 2025. In open session, the board will consider a proposed amendment to Personnel Policy #N4‑4.1 concerning sick leave for non‑union employees and will vote on the open‑session minutes from May 6 and June 11, 2025. The meeting will also include member reports and any other items not anticipated in advance.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for IAFF Local 1978 grievance (Step 2)
• Review and approve executive session minutes from 5/6/25
• Proposed amendment to Personnel Policy #N4-4.1 Sick Leave Non‑Union Employees
• Discussion and approval of open session meeting minutes for 5/6/25 and 6/11/25
• Personnel Board member reports and any unanticipated topics

Historic District Commission

The Wayland Historic District Commission will review certificates of appropriateness for residential painting projects. The body will also discuss a temporary sign for the Wayland Historical Society and the commission's annual report.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior painting at 39 Old Sudbury Rd
• Discussion of CoA for fence painting at 18 Winthrop Rd
• Temporary sign for Wayland Historical Society Quilt Show
• Discussion of wood gutters
• HDC annual report

The Historic District Commission voted 5‑0‑0 to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for new exterior paint colors at 39 Old Sudbury Road. It also approved all three fence‑painting options for the fence at 18 Winthrop Rd. by a 6‑0‑0 vote, and adopted the annual report with a 6‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned after a 5‑0‑0 motion.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior paint colors at 39 Old Sudbury Road (5-0-0)
• Approved all three fence‑painting options for 18 Winthrop Rd. fence, leaving choice to owner (6-0-0)
• Approved HDC Annual Report (6-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn approved (5-0-0)

Historic District Commission

The Wayland Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Certificate of Appropriateness for house painting at 39 Old Sudbury Rd. Commissioners will consider the proposed color palette for the property. Residents may attend in person at the Town Building or participate via Zoom and submit comments.

• Review Certificate of Appropriateness for house painting at 39 Old Sudbury Rd.

The commission voted 5‑0‑0 to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness for the exterior paint color changes at 39 Old Sudbury Road. It also approved all three fence‑painting options for 18 Winthrop Road by a 6‑0‑0 vote and adopted the annual report with a 6‑0‑0 vote. A discussion on synthetic gutter materials was continued, and no approval was needed for a temporary quilt‑show banner.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for paint colors at 39 Old Sudbury Road (5-0-0)
• Approved all three fence‑painting options for 18 Winthrop Road (6-0-0)
• Approved the HDC Annual Report (6-0-0)
• Continued discussion on synthetic gutter materials (no vote)
• Noted no approval required for temporary quilt‑show banner at 12 Cochituate Road
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will consider several agenda items, including approving the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. Members will review existing capital information such as the Finance Committee report, capital funding sources, the committee bylaws, and the FY26‑FY30 capital plan. The committee will discuss a summary of capital information presented to the Select Board on September 24 and will examine draft capital and debt policies that the Select Board is considering. The meeting will conclude with any additional topics and scheduling of future meetings.

• Vote to approve minutes of September 9, 2025
• Review existing capital information: Finance Committee report, funding sources, bylaws, FY26‑FY30 plan
• Summarize capital information from the Select Board financial presentation on 9/24
• Review draft capital and debt policies under Select Board consideration
• Set times for next meeting(s)

The committee voted 4‑0‑0 to approve the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. Members discussed capital‑planning processes, fiscal forecasts, and upcoming policy drafts but took no formal votes on those items. The group agreed to defer discussion of the final Capital and Debt policies to the next meeting and to poll members for a meeting date in mid‑October. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Deferred discussion of final Capital and Debt policies to next meeting
• Agreed to poll members for a meeting on Oct 14 or Oct 15
• Motion to adjourn passed (4-0-0)

Surface Water Quality Committee

The committee will review water quality management for Lake Cochituate, Heard Pond, and Dudley Pond. Discussions include invasive plant management, dam repair status at Snake Brook, and a wastewater stakeholder study.

• Lake Cochituate: Notice of Intent for yellow iris and purple loosestrife management at Town Beach
• Snake Brook: Status of approval for dam repair work
• Heard Pond: Season-end review of herbicide and water chestnut harvesting
• Dudley Pond: Update on wastewater stakeholder study group
• Dudley Pond: Extension for Order of Conditions 322-859 regarding ProcellaCOR use

The Surface Water Quality Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting. It also approved payment of a $2,490 invoice from Aquatic Restoration Consulting for a Dudley Pond plant survey, contingent on receiving the survey reports. The committee approved the Solitude invoice for water‑chestnut hand harvesting, signed by three members. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes from 27 August 2025 meeting (4‑0)
• Approved payment of Dudley Pond survey invoice $2,490, pending reports (4‑0)
• Approved Solitude water‑chestnut harvesting invoice PSI196750 (signed by TK, SG, CP)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Trust Fund Commission

The Wayland Trust Fund Commission will consider three funding requests from the Library, including ESOL tutor training, a program series with Dr. Eden‑Renee Hayes, and one‑time salary coverage for an Outreach Coordinator in 2026. The commission will also review and approve the 2025 Trust Fund Commission Annual Report and vote on the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. Public comment will be limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Review and approve Draper Fund request for Library ESOL tutor training classes (submitted July 22, 2025)
• Review and approve Draper Fund and Gossels Fund requests for Library program series with Dr. Eden‑Renee Hayes (submitted August 20, 2025)
• Review and approve Draper Fund request for Library Outreach Coordinator one‑time salary coverage for 2026 (submitted September 17, 2025)
• Review and approve 2025 Trust Fund Commission Annual Report
• Potential vote on minutes of the May 12, 2025 meeting

The Trust Fund Commission approved four library disbursements totaling $7,600, including $4,000 for a one‑time Outreach Coordinator salary. It also approved the 2025 annual report, the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes, and adjourned the meeting. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved $600 Draper Fund disbursement for ESOL tutor training (3‑0)
• Approved $2,500 Draper Fund disbursement for Dr. Eden‑Renee Hayes programs (3‑0)
• Approved $1,000 Gossels Human Dignity Fund disbursement for Dr. Eden‑Renee Hayes programs (3‑0)
• Approved $4,000 Draper Fund disbursement for one‑time Outreach Coordinator salary (3‑0)
• Approved 2025 Trust Fund Commission Annual Report (3‑0)
• Approved minutes of the May 12, 2025 meeting (3‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:33 p.m. (3‑0)

Select Board

The Board voted 5‑0 to direct the Town Manager to implement the bond anticipation note options outlined in the August 27 memo, allowing issuance of $16 million or $8 million bonds for water‑related projects. It also approved the Wayland Financial Policies Manual, adopted a consent calendar funding the hazard‑mitigation plan and a one‑day liquor license, and rejected the purchase of 14 West Plain Street. Additionally, the Board approved minutes of September 2, 2025, and set a special election by Dec 20, 2025 with a ballot question to exempt remaining bond amounts for the DPW facility at 66 River Road.

• Purchase of 14 West Plain Street denied (0-4-0)
• Wayland Financial Policies Manual approved (4-0-0)
• Consent Calendar approved, funding $18,000 hazard mitigation plan and one‑day liquor license (4-0-0)
• Minutes of September 2, 2025 approved (4-0-0)
• Town Manager directed to proceed with BAN options per August 27 memo (5-0-0)
• Special election called no later than Dec 20, 2025 (4-0-1)
• Ballot question to exempt remaining bond amounts for DPW facility at 66 River Road approved (4-0-1)

Energy and Climate Committee

The Wayland Energy and Climate Committee will discuss a heat‑pump rate proposal, hear a grant presentation from Peregrine Energy Group, and review a decarbonization roadmap from Power Options. The meeting includes possible votes on the Decarbonization Roadmap and an Electric Vehicle First Policy. A demonstration of the Climate Action Tracker Toolkit will also be presented.

• Heat Pump Rate Discussion
• Municipal Energy and Technical Assistance Grant Presentation from Peregrine Energy Group
• Decarbonization Roadmap Presentation from Power Options (possible vote)
• Electric Vehicle First Policy (possible vote)
• Demonstration of Climate Action Tracker Toolkit

Energy and Climate Committee

The Energy and Climate Committee will discuss heat pump rates, a META grant, and a decarbonization roadmap before voting on an Electric Vehicle First policy. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Vote on Electric Vehicle First policy
• Vote on Decarbonization Roadmap presentation
• META Grant presentation from Peregrine Energy Group
• Heat Pump Rate Discussion
• Review and approve 8/30/25 minutes

The Energy and Climate Committee voted 3‑0 to accept the Decarburization Roadmap, directing comments to be sent to Olivia by next Friday. It also voted 3‑0 to recommend adopting the EV First Policy for light‑duty vehicles. The July 30 meeting notes and the current meeting minutes were each approved unanimously (3‑0‑0). The next meeting was scheduled as a hybrid session on November 3, 2025.

• Adopt Decarburization Roadmap (3‑0 vote)
• Recommend EV First Policy for light‑duty vehicles (3‑0 vote)
• Approve July 30 meeting notes (3‑0‑0)
• Approve current meeting minutes (3‑0‑0)
• Schedule hybrid meeting for Nov 3, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

The Energy and Climate Committee will discuss heat pump rates, review a municipal energy grant, and consider two possible votes: one on a decarbonization roadmap and another on an Electric Vehicle First Policy. The meeting also includes sustainability updates and a demonstration of a climate action tracking toolkit. Minutes from the August 30, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Heat pump rate discussion
• Municipal Energy and Technical Assistance Grant presentation by Peregrine Energy Group
• Possible vote on Decarbonization Roadmap presented by Power Options
• Possible vote on Electric Vehicle First Policy
• Approval of 8/30/25 meeting minutes

Select Board

The Board voted 4‑0‑0 to approve the amendment to the Town of Wayland Non‑Union Employees Sick Leave Policy. It also voted 4‑0‑0 to ask the Finance Committee to recommend and present a reclassification of levy debt to excluded debt for the DPW facility at 66 River Road. Two items – the Bond Anticipation Note discussion and the debt reclassification discussion – were tabled until the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved amendment to Non-Union Employees Sick Leave Policy (4-0-0)
• Requested Finance Committee recommendation on reclassifying levy debt to excluded debt for 66 River Road (4-0-0)
• Tabled discussion on issuing Bond Anticipation Note vs. Bonds
• Tabled discussion on debt reclassification of DPW Facility at 66 River Road
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on wetland permit requests for properties at 108 Lakeshore Drive, 11 Cameron Road, 149 Woodridge Road, and 13 Charena Road. It will also consider determination requests for a demolition and new home at 13 Charena Road and a new school building at 35‑49 Waltham Road. Additional agenda items include a stormwater and land disturbance report, a certificate of compliance for 96 Lakeshore Drive, and an update on draft Chapter 193 regulations. The meeting will conclude with approval of the September 10 minutes and adjournment.

• 108 Lakeshore Drive – notice of intent for unpermitted renovation within 100 ft of Dudley Pond
• 11 Cameron Road – notice of intent for addition to a single‑family home within 100 ft of bordering vegetated wetlands
• 149 Woodridge Road – notice of intent for sunroom construction within the 200‑ft Riverfront Area
• 13 Charena Road – notice of intent for demolition and new three‑house subdivision within the 100‑ft buffer of a bordering vegetated wetland
• 35, 37, and 49 Waltham Road – request for determination for new school building partially within the 100‑ft buffer of bordering vegetated wetlands

The Conservation Commission approved the 13 Charena Road subdivision and the 149 Woodridge Road sunroom addition, each with conditions, by unanimous 6‑0 votes. It also authorized title‑research on a drainage easement, again unanimously. Two public‑hearing continuances were adopted: 108 Lakeshore Drive to Oct 29 2025 and 11 Cameron Road to Oct 8 2025, each passing 6‑0.

• Approved 13 Charena Rd subdivision with conditions (vote 6-0)
• Approved 149 Woodridge Rd sunroom project with conditions (vote 6-0)
• Authorized L. Hansen to retain KP Law for title research on drainage easement (vote 6-0)
• Continued 108 Lakeshore Drive hearing to Oct 29 2025 (vote 6-0)
• Continued 11 Cameron Road hearing to Oct 8 2025 (vote 6-0)
• Closed hearing on 149 Woodridge Rd after approval (vote 6-0)
• Closed hearing on 13 Charena Rd after approval (vote 6-0)

Cultural Council

The Wayland Cultural Council will meet to review youth updates and the status of the Utility Box Project. The body will also discuss the next grant cycle, including signage and important dates. Additional items include updates to the council's web page and a community survey on priorities.

• Utility Box Project update
• Next grant cycle publicity and dates
• WCC web page and Facebook content updates
• Community survey and guidelines/priorities

Finance Committee Appointing Board

The Finance Committee Appointing Board will meet on September 18, 2025 to discuss appointments to the Finance Committee. The agenda packet and prior minutes are provided for review. No specific agenda items beyond the appointment discussion are listed.

• Consider appointments to the Finance Committee

The board approved the amended minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. Cherry Karlson was re‑elected as Chair of the Finance Committee Appointing Board. The board adjourned the meeting.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑aye, 0‑no)
• Re‑elected Cherry Karlson as Chair (3‑aye, 0‑no)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑aye, 0‑no)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review and possibly approve the FY2027 operating budget and capital improvement plan. It will consider a request to spend $15,000 from trust funds for a part‑time Outreach Services Coordinator. Additional items include updates on the Millennium Fund, building projects, and library services. The meeting also includes public comment, reports, and trustee updates.

• Possible vote to approve FY2027 annual operating budget
• Possible vote to use $15,000 trust funds for a part‑time Outreach Services Coordinator
• Possible votes on Millennium Fund Special Act and Home Rule Petition progress
• Discussion and possible votes on building repairs, RFID tagging, generator, and parking lot upgrades
• Discussion of 21 Cochituate Road, Collins Market proposed new use and library parking concerns

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will vote on a payment for membership dues and review the FY2025 Annual Report. The body will also establish the meeting schedule and application forms for projects to be considered at the 2026 Annual Town Meeting.

• Vote to authorize $4,350 payment from Community Preservation Fund Administrative Fund for Community Preservation Coalition membership dues
• Review and vote on FY2025 Annual Report to the Town
• Decision on meeting schedule and deadlines for 2026 Annual Town Meeting project applications
• Approval of application forms for 2026 Annual Town Meeting
• Election of CPC chair, vice chair, and clerk for FY2026

The Wayland Community Preservation Committee approved the minutes from the Jan. 9, 2025 meeting and the FY 2025 annual report, each by a 5‑0‑0 vote. It allocated $4,350 from the Administrative Fund for the Community Preservation Coalition membership fee, also 5‑0‑0. The committee accepted the proposed 2026 ATM application schedule, re‑elected its current leadership slate, and adjourned, all with unanimous 5‑0‑0 votes.

• Approved Jan 9 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved FY 2025 CPC Annual Report (5-0-0)
• Allocated $4,350 for Coalition dues from Administrative Fund (5-0-0)
• Accepted 2026 ATM application and meeting schedule (5-0-0)
• Re‑elected current leadership slate (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Personnel Board

The Wayland Personnel Board will meet to discuss strategy regarding a grievance with the International Association of Firefighters and review meeting minutes from May and June 2025.

• Discussion of collective bargaining strategy with International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978
• Review of open session meeting minutes from 5/6/25 and 6/11/25
• Public comment period
• Meeting held at Wayland Town Building, 41 Cochituate Road
• Meeting held in hybrid format

Personnel Board

The Wayland Personnel Board will enter an executive session to discuss strategy for a Step 2 grievance with the International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978. The board will also review and approve its executive session minutes from May 6, 2025. Afterwards, the board will discuss and approve open‑session minutes from May 6, 2025 and June 11, 2025 if available, and hear member reports.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for IAFF Local 1978 grievance (Step 2)
• Executive session to review and approve Personnel Board minutes from 5/6/25
• Discussion and approval of open‑session minutes from 5/6/25 and 6/11/25 (if available)
• Personnel Board members’ reports and concerns
• Consideration of any topics not anticipated 48 hours in advance

Housing Partnership

The Wayland Housing Partnership will vote to approve the minutes from its August 13, 2025 meeting. It will receive updates from the 212 Cochituate Committee and Good Shepard Development. Members will discuss the content for an upcoming accessory dwelling unit (ADU) forum. The board will review and approve its 2025 annual report before setting the date for the next meeting.

• Vote to approve minutes of August 13, 2025 meeting
• Updates from 212 Cochituate Committee and Good Shepard Development
• Discuss content for ADU forum
• Review and approve 2025 annual report
• Set date for next meeting

The Wayland Housing Partnership board approved the August 13, 2025 minutes with minor revisions, noting a change in the Cascade project’s affordable‑unit credit from 100% (60 units) to 25% (15 units). No formal actions were taken on pending projects or the planned ADU forum; the items were discussed for future work. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Approved August 13 minutes (5 yeas)
• Adjourned meeting (5 yeas)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review and discuss potential amendments to the Zoning Bylaws, including signage, site plan approval, and ground-mounted solar and battery energy storage systems. The meeting will also include updates from the Town Planner regarding the Dover Amendment and current peer reviews.

• Discussion of amendments to Signage Bylaws [Sec. 198-501 & -502]
• Discussion of amendments to Site Plan Approval Bylaw [Sec. 198-601, et seq.]
• Discussion of 'Housekeeping' Clean-up amendments
• Discussion of Ground-Mounted Solar & Battery Energy Storage Systems [New]
• Updates from the Town Planner on Dover Amendment Parameters and Peer Reviews

The Wayland Planning Board met virtually and reviewed possible amendments to the signage, site‑plan, and zoning bylaws, as well as a new ground‑mounted solar and battery storage bylaw. Members were asked to review draft documents, provide feedback, and coordinate with Town Counsel and other agencies. No motions were adopted and no votes were recorded.

• Requested members to review housekeeping zoning‑bylaw packet and provide feedback
• Agreed to color‑code the zoning‑bylaw document to facilitate review
• Agreed to compile and share comments on the draft signage bylaw
• Planned to ask Town Counsel about including architectural elements in the sign bylaw
• J. Newberry agreed to contact Sustainability Coordinator Olivia Blaney for solar/battery input
• Suggested Conservation Commission review the draft ground‑mounted solar bylaw

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Board will meet to approve previous minutes and specific bills. The board will also review the 2025 Annual Report and discuss whether to review a lease agreement with the Wayland Housing Authority at a future meeting.

• Bill from Allcock & Marcus, LLC for $3,232.00
• Bill from Wayland Housing Authority for $12,870
• Review of the 2025 Annual Report
• Discussion on reviewing the lease agreement with the Wayland Housing Authority

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Board approved a $12,780 payment to the Wayland Housing Authority using CPA funds. It also approved the remaining $367.50 on an Allcock and Marcus LLC bill and adopted the annual report. The board unanimously agreed to ask Brian Boggia to represent the Trust on the 212 Cochituate Road Committee.

• Approved minutes of July 8 and September 2 (4‑0)
• Approved payment of $367.50 to Allcock and Marcus LLC (4‑0)
• Approved payment of $12,780 to Wayland Housing Authority (4‑0)
• Approved and submitted the Annual Report (4‑0)
• Unanimously agreed to ask Brian Boggia to represent the Trust on the 212 Cochituate Road Committee (unanimous agreement)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will review and possibly adopt its FY 2026-2030 goals and related budget requests. It will also consider approval of the August 19, 2025, 2025 meeting minutes and the FY 2025 Annual Report. Additional items include reviewing recent correspondence from other town departments.

• Review and approve minutes from August 19, 2025
• Discuss FY 2026-2030 goals and possible vote to adopt the list presented at the last meeting
• Review and approve the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report
• Review correspondence from the Economic Development Committee regarding the Town Center
• Review correspondence from D. Stotz, Sherman Bridge Road

The Recreation Commission approved the corrected minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. It then approved the FY 2025 recreation annual report as amended. The meeting was formally adjourned. No other motions were decided.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved FY 2025 recreation annual report (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will review its Annual Town Report and discuss the 2025 Wayland Festival. The body may vote on funding for festival expenses and the approval of a Know Your Rights flyer.

• Possible vote to authorize payment up to $9,500 to Arts Wayland for 2025 Wayland Festival expenses
• Review and possible vote to accept the Annual Town Report due September 30, 2025
• Discussion and possible vote on a Know Your Rights flyer
• Discussion of Facebook posting guidelines
• Announcement regarding schools and the Hate Crime Prevention Grant

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the 2025 Annual Town Report and a “Know Your Rights” flyer, both unanimously. It also authorized up to $9,500 for Arts Wayland to cover festival expenses, requiring post‑event documentation. The August 19, 2025 meeting minutes were approved with two members abstaining, and the community‑life report was deferred to the October meeting.

• Approved $9,500 payment to Arts Wayland for Wayland Festival expenses (unanimous)
• Approved HRDEIC 2025 Annual Town Report (unanimous)
• Approved “Know Your Rights” flyer (unanimous)
• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, Kevin and Maya abstained)
• Deferred Community Life & Engagement Executive Report to October meeting
• Adopted updated social‑media posting guidelines, requiring Chair or Vice Chair vetting
• Confirmed Good Neighbor Day volunteer participation
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will review the draft 2025 Annual Town Report, discuss a Know Your Rights flyer, and plan for the Wayland Festival. The meeting will also include a public comment session and an update on a Hate Crime Prevention Grant for schools.

• Review and possible vote to accept the 2025 Annual Town Report
• Discussion and possible vote on a Know Your Rights flyer
• Discussion of Wayland Festival planning updates
• Discussion of guidelines for posting on the committee's Facebook page
• Announcement regarding the schools' Hate Crime Prevention Grant

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the August meeting minutes, adopted the 2025 Annual Town Report, authorized a $9,500 payment to Arts Wayland for festival expenses, and approved a “Know Your Rights” flyer. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, Kevin and Maya abstained)
• Approved and submitted HRDEIC 2025 Annual Town Report (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Arts Wayland up to $9,500 for festival expenses (unanimous)
• Approved the “Know Your Rights” flyer (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Board Of Public Works

The Wayland Board of Public Works will discuss the status of the town's long‑term water supply project, including design impacts and funding options. It will also consider motions related to the Water Enterprise Fund and budget allocations. Additional items include updates on the lead service pipe replacement program, the automated meter infrastructure project, and the Sherman’s Bridge Road project.

• Status of Long‑Term Water Supply Project – design impacts, funding options, and State Revolving Fund loan (Tom Holder)
• Lead Service Pipe Replacement Program presentation (Kirsten Ryan, Kleinfelder)
• Water Enterprise Fund / Budget Funding motions (Mike Wegerbauer)
• Automated Meter Infrastructure Project – installation status and FY26 water usage trends (Tom Holder)
• Sherman’s Bridge Road Project update (Tom Holder)

The Board reviewed updates on the long‑term water supply loan, Happy Hollow repairs, and the lead service line inventory. Members discussed two proposed motions to use retained earnings for the Water Enterprise Fund and to require Board approval for capital financing, but agreed to defer voting to a future meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Postponed vote on Water Enterprise Fund financing motions

Board of Library Trustees

The Wayland Board of Library Trustees will hold a public hearing concerning the property at 14 West Plain Street. After the hearing the board may continue deliberations on the matter. The meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. in the Wayland Town Building, with a Zoom link available on the town website.

• Public hearing on the property at 14 West Plain St.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review septic design plans for Wayland High School and discuss housing code violations at 10 Shore Drive. The meeting includes an annual report presentation from the Human Relations Service and a review of the Board's own draft annual report.

• Septic design plans for Wayland High School drafted by Tighe and Bond
• Housing code violations and next steps for 10 Shore Drive
• Annual report presentation by Human Relations Service Executive Director Lindsay Steinsieck
• Updates on 195 Main Street (Old DPW)
• Mosquito surveillance and flu clinic planning updates

The Board approved the May 12 meeting minutes with all members voting in favor. The Board then moved to adjourn the September 15 meeting, also unanimously. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved May 12 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned September 15 meeting (unanimous vote)

Select Board

The Board approved the consent calendar, which includes Broomstones Inc.'s request to extend alcohol sales until 1:00 a.m. on October 4, 2025 for its Oktoberfest Open Bonspiel. It also approved the 2025 Select Board Annual Report, adopted recent meeting minutes, and confirmed several committee appointments and reappointments. All actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Broomstones' request to extend alcohol sales to 1 a.m. (4‑0‑0)
• Approved 2025 Select Board Annual Report (3‑0‑0)
• Approved minutes of August 4, 2025 (3‑0‑0)
• Approved minutes of August 18, 2025 (3‑0‑0)
• Confirmed Cultural Council associate appointments for M. Kheir and I. Gandhi (3‑0‑0)
• Confirmed HRDEIC associate appointment for S. Chen (3‑0‑0)
• Confirmed Energy & Climate Committee appointment for S. Garone (3‑0‑0)
• Re‑appointed Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee members (3‑0‑0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review FY 2026 goals and the annual report. Members will discuss strategies to improve the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor and prepare for a joint meeting with the Finance Committee regarding the town's tax base.

• Proposed Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District for restaurants and coffee shops
• Proposed townhouse café & bistro use at Collins Market
• Discussion of $300,000 in MA Economic Development bond bill awards for a Master Plan, officer, and MBTA Communities
• Route 20 Master Plan and Sidewalks and Curb Cut Engineering
• Town Green playground, splash pad, and amenities

The Wayland Economic Development Committee approved its Annual Report as amended with a 4‑0 vote. Approval of the August 28 meeting minutes was deferred to the next meeting because they were not yet completed. The committee then adjourned the meeting by unanimous consent.

• Approved EDC Annual Report as amended (4-0)
• Deferred approval of August 28 meeting minutes to next meeting
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Wayland Youth Advisory Committee will review and vote to approve its FY25 Annual Report. Members will receive updates on clinical services, the MassCall3b regional partnership, and the Opioid Abatement Funds Working Group. The committee will also discuss upcoming community education, youth leadership programs, and a Healthy Relationships event scheduled for October 21.

• Vote to approve FY25 Annual Report
• Clinical Overview and FY25 clinical hours update
• Planning of MassCall3b regional partnership events
• Opioid Abatement Funds Working Group update
• Healthy Relationships and Violence Prevention event on October 21

The Youth Advisory Council approved the minutes from its May 13 meeting without any changes. Procedural motions to start and end the September 10 meeting were both passed. The council also set the next meeting for October 8.

• Approved May 13 minutes (no edits; ayes from Mr. Li, Ms. Hanlon, Dr. Ellis, Ms. Cerne)
• Motion to begin meeting approved (ayes from Ms. Cerne, Mr. Li, Ms. Hanlon, Ms. Raftery)
• Motion to end meeting approved (ayes from Ms. Cerne, Mr. Li, Ms. Hanlon, Dr. Ellis, Chair Raftery)
• Scheduled next YAC meeting for Oct 8

Public Ceremonies Committee

The Public Ceremonies Committee will review and approve the minutes from its June 11, 2025 meeting. It will discuss planning and logistics for the upcoming Veterans Day ceremony. The committee will address storage of sound equipment and provide an update on the Freedom Prize. The meeting also includes a public comment period before adjourning.

• Approval of the minutes of June 11, 2025
• Veterans Day ceremony planning and logistics
• Storage of sound equipment
• Freedom Prize update
• Public comment period

Public Ceremonies Committee

The Public Ceremonies Committee will approve the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting. It will discuss logistics for the upcoming Veterans Day ceremony, storage of sound equipment, the annual report, and an update on the Freedom Prize. The meeting will conclude with setting the date for the next session.

• Approval of the Minutes of June 11, 2025
• Veterans Day Ceremony Planning and Logistics
• Storage of Sound Equipment
• Annual Report Discussion
• Freedom Prize Update

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent regarding wetlands and water resource protection. Key discussions include a large-scale project at 169 Rice Road and a three-house subdivision at 13 Charena Road.

• 169 Rice Road: Demolition of existing church and construction of three new buildings, parking, and a sports field
• 13 Charena Road: Demolition of existing house and development of a three-house subdivision
• 397 Boston Post Road: After-the-fact paving and stormwater management installation
• 108 Lakeshore Drive: Prior unpermitted renovation work near Dudley Pond
• Vote to appoint Chair and Vice-Chair positions

The Wayland Conservation Commission moved to postpone the public hearings for several wetland projects. The hearing for 108 Lakeshore Drive was continued to September 24, 2025. Hearings for 397 Boston Post Road and 169 Rice Road were continued to October 8, 2025. The hearing for 13 Charena Road was continued to September 24, 2025. All motions passed unanimously.

• Continue 108 Lakeshore Drive hearing to Sep 24, 2025 (vote 4-0)
• Continue 397 Boston Post Road hearing to Oct 8, 2025 (vote 6-0)
• Continue 169 Rice Road hearing to Oct 8, 2025 (vote 6-0)
• Continue 13 Charena Road hearing to Sep 24, 2025 (vote 6-0)

Historical Commission

The Wayland Historical Commission will review and vote on the minutes from its August 20, 2025 meeting. It will also consider the annual report, discuss a display in the Town Building, and address activities related to the 250th anniversary, Sherman Bridge, and cemetery. Additional items include a house plaques report, archaeology appreciation, and railroad/rail‑trail matters.

• Review minutes and vote – Aug, 20, 2025
• Annual Report due
• Display in Town Building discussion
• House Plaques Report – list of plaques and possible new guidelines
• Sherman Bridge activity

The Wayland Historical Commission accepted the August 2025 minutes (7-0) and approved the updated annual report (7-0). It also voted to write a letter of support for restoring Collins Market to public use, based on its historic significance (7-0). No other motions were decided at this meeting.

• Accepted August 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved updated annual report (7-0)
• Approved letter of support for Collins Market restoration (7-0)

Planning Board

The Wayland Planning Board will review draft minutes, discuss ground-mounted solar and storage, and explore future zoning changes for Accessory Dwelling Units. The board will also review outdoor seating regulations and address site plan approvals for the Carroll School and Rice Road.

• Review and approve draft minutes from August 2025
• Ground-Mounted Solar & Storage Discussion
• ADU Discussion of possible future zoning changes
• Review of Outdoor Seating Regulations
• Site Plan Approval for 31-45 Waltham Road (Carroll School)

The Board approved the August 13, 2025 minutes unanimously (4-0-0). It also approved the August 27, 2025 minutes with one abstention (3-0-1). No other motions were adopted; discussions on solar, ADUs, outdoor seating, and the Town Green were deferred for future consideration.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved August 27, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-1)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will attend the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. The agenda item is a possible deliberation on Case #25-25, an application by The Millbrook Group, LLC and Kirstyn Lipson for the property at 21 Cochituate Road (Parcel ID 23-47) in the Business A zoning district. After the discussion the meeting will be adjourned.

• Attend Zoning Board of Appeals hearing on Case #25-25 for 21 Cochituate Road (Business A district)
• Adjourn meeting

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will review its charge, set reporting timelines, and discuss upcoming capital projects. Members will vote to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Public comment will be limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Vote to elect Chair and Vice Chair of the Committee
• Discussion of the Committee’s charge and responsibilities
• Discussion of timelines for reporting to the Town Manager and Town Meeting warrants
• Discussion of outstanding and upcoming capital projects
• Consideration of any topics not anticipated 48 hours in advance

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee voted 5‑0‑0 to elect Kelly Lappin as Chair and Bradford Carver as Vice Chair. Members also set hybrid meeting dates for September 17 at 6:00 PM and September 30 at 6:00 PM. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Elected Kelly Lappin as Chair (5-0-0 roll call)
• Elected Bradford Carver as Vice Chair (5-0-0 roll call)
• Scheduled hybrid meetings for Sep 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM and Sep 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
• Motion to adjourn passed (5-0-0 roll call)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a 40B special permit amendment, a school bus parking compliance review, and special permit requests for a home and a café. The meeting will be held in person at the Town Building and via Zoom.

• Review 40B special permit amendment for 12 Hammond Road
• Compliance review of school bus parking at 41 Cochituate Road
• Special permit request for 10 Chestnut Road
• Restaurant use special permit for 21 Cochituate Road
• Review and approve draft minutes from August 13, 2025

The Zoning Board approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0‑1 vote. It then approved an amendment to the 10 Chestnut Road project, changing the footprint and reducing the east side yard setback to 8’9” with a 4‑0‑0 vote. The review of the school bus parking permit at 41 Cochituate Road was postponed to the October 14 meeting.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved amendment to 10 Chestnut Road footprint, reducing east side yard setback to 8’9” (4-0-0)
• Continued review of school bus parking permit at 41 Cochituate Road to October 14 meeting (no vote)
• Discussed 40B affordable housing trust amendment; no vote required

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., both in person at the Town Building and via Zoom. The board will consider a variance request by Joseph Dorr for 10 Chestnut Road to reposition the building and add a rear stoop. It will also review a restaurant‑use special permit application by The Millbrook Group, LLC for 21 Cochituate Road to convert the property to a café and bistro with outdoor patio seating, which may require additional variances.

• Case #25-23 – Variance request for 10 Chestnut Road (Parcel ID 46B-044) to reposition building and add rear stoop
• Case #25-25 – Restaurant Use Special Permit for 21 Cochituate Road (Parcel ID 23-47) to convert to café/bistro with outdoor patio
• 21 Cochituate Road is located in the Aquifer Protection District and the National & Local Historic District, possibly needing extra zoning relief
• Public hearing scheduled for Sept 9, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., in person at Wayland Town Building and via Zoom
• Application materials available at the Building Department Office and online at the town’s website

Council On Aging Board

The Wayland Council on Aging board will consider several updates, including a post‑opening report on the Community Center and its flagpole installation. Members will review and vote to accept the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting and examine the FY2025 Annual Report. Additional reports will cover program updates from Wayland Friends of the Council on Aging and the director’s overview of food‑security initiatives and the summer concert series.

• Vote to accept minutes of the May 20, 2025 COA meeting
• Post‑opening update on Community Center projects, including flagpole installation
• Review FY2025 Council on Aging Annual Report
• Update from Wayland Friends of Wayland Council on Aging
• Director’s report on food‑security programs and 14th summer outdoor concert series

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned. The next board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Set next meeting for Oct 21, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.

Design Review Advisory Board

The Design Review Advisory Board will review a continued application for a Coptic Orthodox Church on Rice Road and discuss Wayland Design Guidelines. The meeting will be held via Zoom on September 9, 2025.

• Review continued application for St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church at 169 Rice Rd.
• Review Wayland Design Guidelines
• Review of meeting minutes from September 3, 2025

The Design Review Board voted unanimously (3-0-0) to continue the hearing on the 169 Rice Rd. Coptic Church project to a future date when the applicant is ready to present again. The board then voted unanimously (3-0-0) to adjourn the meeting. No other motions were decided during the session.

• Postponed 169 Rice Rd. church hearing to a future date (3-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0-0)

Design Review Advisory Board

The Design Review Advisory Board will hold a public comment period, then continue reviewing the design application for the St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church located at 169 Rice Rd. The board will also review the Wayland Design Guidelines and the meeting minutes from September 3, 2025.

• Continue design review of St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church, 169 Rice Rd.
• Review Wayland Design Guidelines
• Review meeting minutes dated September 3, 2025
• Public comment period

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors unanimously accepted the minutes from the August 11 meeting, the 2025 Assessor’s Annual Report, and the FY 2025 Conservation Preservation Act submission. It also approved motor‑vehicle abatements for August 2025 and a series of FY 2025 ATB abatements for specific properties, including rescinding a $5,908.63 Clause 41A deferral. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted CY 2025 Assessor’s Annual Report (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2025 Conservation Preservation Act submission (unanimous)
• Accepted motor‑vehicle abatements for August 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2025 ATB abatements for listed properties (unanimous)
• Rescinded FY 2025 Clause 41A deferral of $5,908.63 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the minutes of the September 2, 2025 meeting (6‑0‑0) and the August 28, 2025 meeting (5‑0‑1). Members voted to submit the Finance Committee’s annual report (5‑0‑1). The meeting was then adjourned (6‑0‑0).

• Approved minutes of 9/2/2025 (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes of 8/28/2025 (5-0-1)
• Approved submission of Finance Committee annual report (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Wastewater Management District Commission

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 2025 and review monthly operating and financial reports. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Approve minutes for June 9, 2025
• Monthly Operating Report
• Monthly Financial Report
• Requests for Service
• Calendar of upcoming meetings

Wayland Housing Authority

The Wayland Housing Authority Board approved several financial warrants, including a $153,604.27 Revolving Fund warrant for June 2025 and an $89,546.00 warrant for July 2025. It also approved the meeting minutes, the annual report to the Town, a $967.40 debit‑card warrant, and a $927.68 Hammond Road warrant. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of 7/24/25 (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Report to the Town of Wayland (unanimous)
• Approved Revolving Fund Bill Warrant June 2025 $153,604.27 (unanimous)
• Approved Revolving Fund Bill Warrant July 2025 $89,546.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Debit Card Warrant July 2025 $967.40 (unanimous)
• Approved Hammond Road Bill Warrant July 2025 $927.68 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Personnel Board

The Board approved its 2024 Annual Report with a minor edit (vote 3‑0‑0). It also approved a bylaw amendment to provide reasonable minute‑taking assistance (vote 3‑0‑0). Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous vote.

• Approved 2024 Annual Report with revision (3-0-0)
• Approved bylaw revision for minute‑taking assistance (3-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (3-0-0)

Design Review Advisory Board

The Design Review Advisory Board will meet to review a draft annual report, meeting minutes from July, and the Wayland Design Guidelines. The board will also review an application from the St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church located at 69 Rice Rd.

• Review of application from St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church at 69 Rice Rd.
• Review of the Wayland Design Guidelines
• Review of the DRAB Annual Report draft
• Review of the Meeting Minutes dated July 12, 2025

The board approved the 2025 Design Review Advisory Board Annual Report with a unanimous 3-0-0 vote. It also approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (as amended) with a unanimous 3-0-0 vote. Finally, the board moved to adjourn the meeting, again unanimously.

• Approved DRAB Annual Report-2025 (3-0-0)
• Approved amended July 16, 2025 meeting notes (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The advisory committee approved the minutes from its August 6, 2025 meeting with a 5‑aye, 0‑no, 1‑abstain vote. It then voted 6‑aye, 0‑no to have Bill Whitney revise a draft Request for Information and work with the Town Manager’s Office on finalizing it. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Approved Bill Whitney to revise Request for Information and coordinate with Town Manager’s Office (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Finance Committee

The committee discussed the draft of its annual report and agreed to review it again at the September 8 meeting, with a vote to submit the final report by the end of the following week. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and passed unanimously (5‑0‑0). The committee recessed at 7:15 pm to join a joint Select Board and Board of Public Works meeting on water‑system financing.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0 vote)
• Recessed at 7:15 pm to join Select Board and BPW meeting (no vote)
• Scheduled review of annual report draft at 9/8 meeting, with vote to submit by end of next week

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the annual report and join the Select Board and Board of Public Works to review financing for the MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells upgrade. The committee may also discuss FY2027 budget strategies and the financing of 66 River Road.

• Financing alternatives for MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells upgrade
• Potential vote on using MGL Ch 59 §21C (n) to shift debt service funding to the general fund
• Financing of 66 River Road
• Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Task Force Strategies
• Preparation of the Finance Committee's annual report

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

The Trust approved three payments using Community Preservation Act funds: $855 to Connorstone Engineering for condo plans at 11 Hammond Road, $2,864.50 to Allcock and Marcus, LLC for deed documents at 12 Hammond Road, and $12,870 to reimburse the Wayland Housing Authority for a shortfall at 11 Hammond Road. All three motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved $855 payment to Connorstone Engineering for 11 Hammond Road condo plans (4-0)
• Approved $2,864.50 payment to Allcock and Marcus, LLC for 12 Hammond Road deed documents (4-0)
• Approved $12,870 reimbursement to Wayland Housing Authority for 11 Hammond Road shortfall (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Select Board

The Select Board voted unanimously to enter executive session and approve the August 4, 2025 executive‑session minutes. The Board heard a recommendation from the Board of Public Works to fund the MWRA connection debt service with real‑estate tax rather than water rates. After extensive discussion of financing options, the Board decided to table the FY 2027 budget‑strategy decisions for a future meeting. An equity assessment was also discussed.

• Entered executive session and approved Aug 4 minutes (5‑0)
• BoPW recommended funding MWRA debt service by real‑estate tax (recommendation)
• Board tabled FY 2027 budget strategy decisions to a future meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the fiscal 2026 budget and the potential need for a Proposition 2½ override. Members will also discuss financing alternatives for the Happy Hollow wells upgrade and connection to the MWRA water system. The committee will further address the 2025 annual report and peer community benchmarking.

• Review of potential Proposition 2½ override for fiscal 2026 budget
• Discussion on reclassifying Department of Public Works debt to increase levy capacity
• Financing alternatives for MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells upgrade
• Review of the 2024 annual report and drafting of the 2025 report
• Discussion of peer community benchmarking for the Town's Wage & Classification Study

The committee discussed the FY 2027 budget, peer‑community benchmarking, and financing options for the MWRA water connection, but no votes were taken on those items. The only formal actions were the approval of the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes and the adjournment of the meeting, each passing unanimously.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the fiscal 2027 budget, including the potential need for a Proposition 2½ override, and discuss financing alternatives for the MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells. The committee will also review its annual report and Peer Community Benchmarking.

• Review of fiscal 2027 budget and potential Proposition 2½ override
• Discussion of financing alternatives for MWRA water system connection
• Review of FinCom’s annual report and outlook for fiscal 2026
• Follow-up on Peer Community Benchmarking and Wage & Classification Study
• Vote to approve minutes of July 21, 2025 meeting

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review and approve an advisory memo to the Select Board regarding a splash pad or playground. The committee will also review an infographic concerning Town Center information.

• Advisory memo to Select Board regarding splash pad or playground at Council on Aging/Community Center or Town Green
• EDC Infographic #4 regarding Town Center info

The committee approved the minutes from the August 14 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved, as amended, an advisory memorandum recommending a playground and splash‑pad at the Town Center Green and directed it be submitted to the Select Board with a request to place it on the Board’s agenda, again by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 2:11 PM after a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Approved August 14 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved advisory memo on playground/splash‑pad for Select Board (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Surface Water Quality Committee

The Surface Water Quality Committee approved the minutes from the June 18 meeting. It authorized additional hand‑pulling of water chestnuts, payment of a Dudley Pond plant‑survey invoice, and fall water‑chemistry testing for Dudley Pond. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from 18 June 2025 (3‑0)
• Approved two additional water‑chestnut hand‑pulling days at $1,200 per day (3‑0)
• Approved payment of invoice DUD‑01 for Dudley Pond plant survey, $2,490 (3‑0)
• Approved fall water‑chemistry testing on Dudley Pond (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Planning Board

The board reviewed the status of Wayland's accessory dwelling unit (ADU) bylaw, noted pending revisions, and proposed forum dates in October and November to gather resident input. A tutorial on the Wayland Wastewater Management District's capacity and fees was presented, and updates to the Design Review Advisory Board guidelines were discussed. No motions were voted on or formal actions approved during the meeting.

Senior Tax Relief Committee

The Senior Tax Relief Committee approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. It also approved the edited 2025 Annual Report for submission to the town. The committee assigned members to develop senior tax‑relief ideas and to prepare a newspaper article, but those items were not formal votes.

• Approved minutes of the June 24, 2025 meeting
• Approved the edited 2025 Annual Report for submission

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission closed the public hearing and voted 4‑0 to issue an Order of Conditions approving the URBN US Retail LLC conversion of 297 and 311 Boston Post Road. It also voted 4‑0 to continue hearings for 108 Lakeshore Drive, 397 Boston Post Road, and the 13 Charena Road subdivision to September 10, 2025. The commission approved two waiver requests for 13 Charena Road—a 40% scale plan and two‑foot contour intervals—each by a 4‑0 vote, and issued a negative determination for a fence permit at 65 Riverview Circle.

• Closed hearing and issued Order of Conditions approving 297 & 311 Boston Post Road project (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 108 Lakeshore Drive to Sept 10, 2025 (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 397 Boston Post Road to Sept 10, 2025 (4-0)
• Closed hearing and issued Order of Conditions approving 43 Jeffrey Road septic replacement (4-0)
• Approved waiver for 13 Charena Road allowing 40% scale plan (4-0)
• Approved waiver for 13 Charena Road allowing two‑foot contour intervals (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 13 Charena Road subdivision to Sept 10, 2025 (4-0)
• Issued negative determination for 65 Riverview Circle fence permit (4-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission voted 6‑0 to support installing interior storm windows at 130 Commonwealth Road to improve insulation without altering the historic appearance. It also approved a Stone’s Bridge interpretive sign project (6‑0) and recommended rewriting the RFP for vital records conservation after rejecting the sole vendor proposal (6‑0). Additionally, the commission approved the June 2025 minutes (5‑0, one abstention) and confirmed Kay Gardner‑Westcott as the town’s representative on the Community Preservation Committee (5‑0).

• Approved interior storm windows at 130 Commonwealth Road (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved Stone’s Bridge interpretive sign project and coordination with Facilities (voice vote 6‑0)
• Rejected sole vendor for vital records conservation and recommended re‑issuing RFP (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved June 2025 minutes with changes (voice vote 5‑0, one abstention)
• Confirmed Kay Gardner‑Westcott as representative on Community Preservation Committee (voice vote 5‑0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission approved the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0‑0 vote. No formal actions were taken on the dog‑park presentation or FY 2026 goals. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on cosponsoring two community programs. The body will also address committee staffing and planning for upcoming town events.

• Possible vote for HRDEIC Clerk
• Possible cosponsorship of a Community Conversation with District Attorney Marian Ryan regarding hate crimes
• Possible cosponsorship of 'Conversations for Change' following a July 1 program at the Library
• Planning updates for the Wayland Festival
• Discussion of the Annual Town Report due September 30, 2025

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the July 15 meeting minutes and appointed Asma Khan and Yauwu Tang as co‑clerks. It voted unanimously to co‑sponsor a community conversation with District Attorney Marian Ryan, the Sudbury DEI Commission, and both police departments, and also to co‑sponsor the Conversations for Change series with the Wayland Library and Museum. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, Maya abstained, Yauwu not present)
• Nominated Asma Khan and Yauwu Tang as co‑clerks (unanimous)
• Co‑sponsored Community Conversation with DA Marian Ryan and police (unanimous)
• Co‑sponsored Conversations for Change series with Wayland Library and Museum (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board Of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and potentially vote on financing recommendations for MWRA connection construction costs to present to the Select Board. The meeting also includes reviews of the Water Enterprise Fund and the Transfer Station evaluation.

• Financing alternatives for Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) connection construction costs
• Review of Department of Revenue (DOR) concerns regarding Water Enterprise Fund
• Update on State Revolving Fund (SRF) Loan Program
• Status of Automated Meter Infrastructure Project consumption comparison
• Review of draft RFQ for Transfer Station Evaluation

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 11 and June 17, 2025 meetings. It set regular Board of Public Works meetings for August 19, September 16, and October 21, 2025, and a joint meeting with the Select Board on September 2, 2025. The Board added the Complete Streets Program and private‑well regulations to future agendas and deferred two water‑funding motions to the August meeting.

• Approved minutes of June 11, 2025 meeting (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes of June 17, 2025 meeting (5-0-0)
• Set regular BoPW meeting dates: Aug 19, Sep 16, Oct 21 2025 (unanimous)
• Set joint meeting with Select Board on Sep 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Added Complete Streets Program to future agenda (decision to add)
• Added private well regulations discussion to future agenda (decision to add)
• Deferred two water‑funding motions to August meeting for discussion
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board voted unanimously to authorize the Town Manager to sign an Inter‑Municipal Agreement amendment allocating $18,400 for Regional Housing Services Office services in FY 2026. It also appointed Lisa Aubin to the Conservation Commission for a term ending June 30, 2028, and set the 2026 Annual Town Election for Tuesday, April 28, 2026. All three actions passed with a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved appointment of Lisa Aubin to Conservation Commission (5-0-0)
• Approved scheduling of 2026 Annual Town Election on April 28, 2026 (5-0-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to sign IMA amendment for Regional Housing Services Office, $18,400 FY 2026 (5-0-0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review FY 2026 goals and initiatives to improve the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor. Members will discuss specific property updates, potential new uses for Collins Market and 14 West Plain, and the status of state bond bill funding.

• Route 20 Wayland Center corridor updates including Wayland Village and Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District
• Proposed townhouse café and bistro use at Collins Market
• Status of $300,000 in MA Economic Development bond bill awards for a Master Plan, Economic Devt officer, and MBTA Communities
• Potential opportunity regarding the sale of 14 West Plain
• Discussion of splash pad or playground at COA/CC or Town Green

The Economic Development Committee voted 6‑0 to approve the general content of the Route 20 Master Plan clean‑up and send it to the Select Board. The committee also approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved general content of Route 20 Master Plan clean‑up for Select Board submission (6‑0)
• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0 unanimous)

Electronic Voting Implementation Subcommittee

The Electronic Voting Implementation Subcommittee will review electronic voting performance from the April Town Meeting and discuss reducing the voting window from 30 to 20 seconds. The body will also review the status of home rule petitions H.2272 and H.2274 regarding remote participation in Town Meetings.

• Discussion on reducing Voting Window duration from 30 seconds to 20 seconds
• Review of electronic voting performance from April's Town Meeting
• Status update on remote participation petitions H.2272 and H.2274
• Review and approval of the FY25 ELVIS Annual report

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting, released a public document, and approved the FY25 ELVIS Annual Report. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No public comments were received.

• Approve March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Release public document (unanimous)
• Approve FY25 ELVIS Annual Report (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)
• Appoint Lawrence Krakauer as secretary pro tem (procedural)

Housing Partnership

The board unanimously approved the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (6 yeas). The board also unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:01 p.m. (6 yeas). No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved August 13 minutes (6 yeas)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (6 yeas)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss future zoning for ground-mounted solar and bulk energy storage systems. The board is also continuing discussions on planned redevelopment zoning for the Route 20 corridor and reviewing regulations for restaurant outside seating.

• Discussion of zoning for ground-mounted solar and bulk energy storage systems
• Continued discussion of planned redevelopment zoning for Route 20 Corridor
• Review of draft regulations for restaurant outside seating in business districts
• Update on Attorney General’s partial approval of Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw
• Review of FY25 Draft Planning Board Annual Report

The board voted to approve the draft minutes from the July 23, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with a 4-0-1 vote (one abstention). No other motions or decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes of 7/23/25 (4-0-1)

Cultural Council

The council approved requested corrections to the July 9 meeting minutes and instructed Chair Pallavi Nagesha to email the revised draft for final approval. All members present agreed that the chair will contact Rahul to complete the utility‑box painting. The council set grant‑cycle dates, assigned tasks for financial statements, a $6,900 state appropriation inquiry, and a grant‑cycle write‑up, and planned signage for October. New youth liaisons were welcomed and asked to submit letters of intent, with Mustafa also agreeing to assist on social media.

• Chair agreed to implement July 9 minutes corrections and email revised draft
• All members present agreed Chair will contact Rahul to finish utility‑box painting
• Chair agreed to investigate state appropriation of $6,900
• Chair committed to create grant‑cycle write‑up by week’s end
• Maryam Libdi volunteered to distribute write‑up to local media outlets
• Signage placement scheduled for Oct 6‑13 at two locations
• Youth liaisons Iniyan and Mustafa encouraged to send letters of intent to Town Clerk
• Mustafa agreed to help manage Cultural Council social‑media accounts

Zoning Board of Appeals

The provided minutes contain no clear decisions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies. The content consists of numeric codes and placeholders without identifiable actions. Therefore, no substantive actions can be reported.

Board of Assessors

The Wayland Board of Assessors unanimously accepted the minutes from the August 4 open session and several prior executive sessions. It voted to accept the July 2025 motor vehicle abatements and a series of FY 2025 ATB case docket items. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted August 4, 2025 open session minutes (unanimous)
• Released January 6, 2025 executive session minutes (vote to Release)
• Released February 3, 2025 executive session minutes (vote to Release)
• Released March 3, 2025 executive session minutes (vote to Release)
• Accepted and released July 14, 2025 executive session minutes (vote to Accept and Release)
• Accepted July 2025 motor vehicle abatements (vote to Accept)
• Accepted FY 2025 ATB case docket items (multiple cases, vote to Accept)
• Adjourned open meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board voted 5‑0 to approve a variance allowing China Rose to acidify rice for sushi service, contingent on consultant‑provided training. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned. Other topics such as ADU septic regulations were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Approved variance for China Rose sushi rice acidification (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The advisory committee unanimously approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0‑0). Members agreed that a Request for Information (RFI) would be useful and two members volunteered to draft it for the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (6‑0‑0).

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Agreed to develop a Request for Information (RFI) (unanimous)
• Bill Whitney and John Thomas volunteered to draft the RFI
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Board of Assessors

The Wayland Board of Assessors approved the FY 2026 motor vehicle and trailer excise bill, setting the tax at $20.00. They also accepted minutes from previous open and executive sessions, approved motor vehicle abatements for July 2025, and rescinded a FY 2025 Clause 41A deferral of $5,908.63. All actions were passed unanimously.

• Accepted July 14, 2025 open session minutes – unanimous
• Accepted FY 2026 motor vehicle and trailer excise bill (1 tax = $20.00) – unanimous
• Accepted and released executive session minutes from Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 3, 2025 – unanimous
• Accepted motor vehicle abatements for July 2025 – unanimous
• Rescinded FY 2025 Clause 41A deferral ($5,908.63) – unanimous
• Accepted FY 2025 ATB case docket F354405 (Gonsalves‑Sinrich) – unanimous
• Accepted FY 2025 ATB case docket F354306 (Bos Retail 1 LLC) – unanimous
• Adjourned open meeting – unanimous

Select Board

The Board entered executive session to discuss real‑estate matters at 14 West Plain Street and approved the session minutes (4‑0). It then approved and authorized the Town Manager to sign an inter‑municipal agreement with Sudbury for $1.65 M of bridge repairs, with $325,000 from MassDOT and the balance split equally. The consent calendar was approved, including a $45,413 state grant to the Police Department, a $482,102.50 Pequot Road pedestrian‑safety contract, and a $32,345 increase to a health‑department contract (all 4‑0). The Board also approved a change of location for Takara Japanese Restaurant’s liquor license to 21 Andrew Ave (4‑0) and set the 2026 Annual Town Meeting dates for May 4‑6.

• Entered executive session on 14 West Plain Street real‑estate (4‑0)
• Approved IMA for Sherman’s Bridge repairs $1.65 M (4‑0)
• Approved $45,413 state grant to Police Department (4‑0)
• Approved $482,102.50 Pequot Road pedestrian safety contract (4‑0)
• Approved $32,345 increase to Health Dept contract #INTF5264P01223127069 (4‑0)
• Approved minutes of July 14, 2025 (4‑0)
• Approved liquor license location change for Takara Japanese Restaurant to 21 Andrew Ave (4‑0)
• Scheduled 2026 Annual Town Meeting for May 4‑6 (4‑0)

Energy and Climate Committee

The Wayland Energy and Climate Committee met on July 30, 2025. The only formal action taken was the unanimous approval of the meeting minutes (vote 3-0-0). No other resolutions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of discussion and planning on outreach, EV chargers, solar projects, and grant opportunities.

• Approved meeting minutes (vote 3-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Wayland Conservation Commission voted 5‑0 to continue the hearings for 13 Charena Road, 108 Lakeshore Drive, and 397 Boston Post Road until August 20, 2025. It also voted 5‑0 to close the hearing on the 297 & 311 Boston Post Road project and to issue a permit for that project, conditional on receipt of abutter notifications and required corrections.

• Continue hearing on 13 Charena Road project (5-0)
• Continue hearing on 108 Lakeshore Drive project (5-0)
• Continue hearing on 397 Boston Post Road project (5-0)
• Close hearing on 297 & 311 Boston Post Road project (5-0)
• Issue permit for 297 & 311 Boston Post Road project, contingent on abutter receipts and corrections (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board approved the Consent Calendar, authorizing Town Manager Michael McCall to sign the compliance certificate for the sale of the Local Initiative Program property at 221 Rice Road (vote 3‑0‑1). The board entered executive session to review and consider release of numerous past executive‑session minutes (vote 4‑0‑0). It confirmed the 2026 Annual Town Meeting date of May 4, 2026 and approved three volunteer appointments to the Capital Improvement Planning Committee, Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board, and Community Preservation Committee (vote 4‑0‑0). The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Consent Calendar authorizing Town Manager signature for LIP property sale (3‑0‑1)
• Entered Executive Session to review/release past executive‑session minutes (4‑0‑0)
• Confirmed 2026 Annual Town Meeting date for May 4, 2026 (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Kelly Lappin to Capital Improvement Planning Committee (4‑0‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Susan Weinstein to Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board (4‑0‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Lesley Stewart to Community Preservation Committee (4‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0‑0)

Planning Board

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 9 meeting (4‑0‑0). It then agreed on a draft set of uses for a new zoning district along the Route 20 corridor, including mixed‑use residential/commercial, retail, medical/dental, personal‑care, restaurants, offices, banks, and automobile services (rear). The Board also agreed to include parking as an accessory use and to exclude warehouses, hazardous‑material storage, junkyards, and ungaraged vehicles from the district. Several definitions and dimensional requirements will be reviewed before the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of 7/9/25 (unanimous 4‑0‑0)
• Agreed to include mixed‑use residential/commercial, retail, medical/dental, personal‑care, restaurants, offices in new district
• Agreed to include banks and rear‑area automobile services in Business A district
• Agreed to include parking as an accessory use
• Agreed to exclude warehouses, hazardous‑material storage, junkyards, and ungaraged vehicles
• Agreed to include non‑motorized boat and canoe rentals (motorized rentals require special permit)
• Agreed to update definitions for trade shop and roadside stand
• Agreed to review lot size and parking requirements for Business A and B districts

Finance Committee

The committee voted unanimously to recommend Kelly Lappin for a one‑year term on the soon‑to‑be‑formed Capital Improvement Planning Committee. Members also approved the revised minutes from the June 30, 2025 meeting, with one abstention. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Recommend Kelly Lappin for CIPC appointment – approved 6-0-0
• Approve revised June 30, 2025 minutes – approved 6-0-1 (1 abstain)
• Adjourn meeting – approved 6-0-0

Design Review Advisory Board

The minutes consist mainly of numeric codes and placeholders without any clear actions or votes. No approvals, denials, or tabled items were identified. Therefore, no substantive decisions were made or recorded.

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

The committee voted to elect Tom Fay as chair, with a unanimous 8‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other decisions were made.

• Elected Tom Fay as chair (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The committee approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted a statement honoring Disability Pride Month. Officers were elected: Karen Blumenfeld as Chair, Heather Pineault as Vice Chair, and Denise Fortin as Treasurer; the Clerk position vote was deferred. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, 4 abstentions)
• Approved Disability Pride Month statement (unanimous)
• Elected Karen Blumenfeld as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Heather Pineault as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Denise Fortin as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Deferred vote for Clerk to August meeting
• Discussed possible custom T‑shirts for Wayland Festival (no decision)
• Adopted plan to display Pride banners this month (implemented)

Select Board

The Board moved to adjourn the July 15, 2025 meeting. The motion was seconded and approved with a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Adjourned meeting (vote 5-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board unanimously accepted the June 9 open‑session minutes and the FY 2026 motor‑vehicle and trailer excise commitment totals. It also unanimously accepted the June 2025 executive‑session minutes and the June 2025 motor‑vehicle abatements. The Board decided to maintain current personal‑property thresholds and collection procedures.

• Accepted June 9, 2025 open‑session minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2026 motor‑vehicle and trailer excise fourth commitment totals (unanimous)
• Maintained current personal‑property thresholds and collection activities (status quo)
• Accepted June 2025 executive‑session minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted June 2025 motor‑vehicle abatements (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board voted 3‑0 to allow the owners of 76 Main Street and 6/8 Damon Street to continue pumping their failed cesspools and receive inspections for the next six months while they design a new septic system. The Board also voted 3‑0 to defer the decision on China Rose’s request for a sushi‑preparation variance to the next meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational updates on staffing, beach water quality, mosquito surveillance, and other projects.

• Approved 6‑month extension for septic pumping and inspection at 76 Main St & 6/8 Damon St (3-0)
• Deferred decision on China Rose HACCP variance for sushi preparation to next meeting (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board unanimously approved a new on‑premises retail liquor license for URBN Wayland Village, LLC d/b/a Terrain at 297 and 311 Boston Post Road. The Board also appointed members to the Capital Improvement Planning Committee, the Human Rights, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, and two housing‑related advisory bodies. It authorized the Town Manager to submit the State Revolving Fund application for the MWRA Interconnection and Happy Hollow Water Treatment Facility, with one member abstaining. Finally, the Board funded half of the $27,060 cost for Yondr phone‑locking pouches for middle‑school students.

• Approved URBN Wayland Village liquor license (5-0-0)
• Appointed Bradford Carver, John Kliem, Liz Lusky to Capital Improvement Planning Committee (5-0-0)
• Appointed Denise Fortin to Human Rights, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (5-0-0)
• Confirmed Michael Staiti to 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee (5-0-0)
• Confirmed Jackie Espiritusanto‑Vega to Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board (5-0-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to submit SRF application for MWRA Interconnection & Happy Hollow Water Treatment Facility (4-0-1)
• Approved funding of 50% of $27,060 for Yondr pouches for middle‑school students (5-0-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss 14 West Plain Street real estate and approve prior executive‑session minutes (5-0-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from the May 16 and June 13 meetings, each by a 5‑0 vote. It also unanimously approved a motion for Karen Kelly to post basic information about the Bagel Table closure and Takara lease to the Wayland Post. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved May 16 minutes (5-0 vote)
• Approved June 13 minutes (5-0 vote)
• Approved Karen Kelly to post Bagel Table/Takara info to Wayland Post (5-0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous approval)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission voted unanimously (4-0) to close the hearing on 40 Loker Street and to issue an Order of Conditions and a permit under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194. It also voted (4-0) to continue the hearings for 13 Charena Road and 108 Lakeshore Drive to July 30, 2025. Additionally, the Commission approved an enforcement order for the paving at 397 Boston Post Road. All actions were approved with no dissenting votes.

• Closed hearing for 40 Loker Street and issued Order of Conditions and permit (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 13 Charena Road to July 30, 2025 (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 108 Lakeshore Drive to July 30, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved enforcement order for 397 Boston Post Road paving (unanimous vote reported)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission voted to continue hearings for the 13 Charena Road and 108 Lakeshore Drive projects until July 30, 2025. It then closed the hearing for the 40 Loker Street development and approved a permit with conditions under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194. The Commission also voted to issue an enforcement order for unpermitted paving at 397 Boston Post Road.

• Continued hearing for 13 Charena Road (motion passed 4-0)
• Continued hearing for 108 Lakeshore Drive (motion passed 4-0)
• Closed hearing for 40 Loker Street (motion passed 4-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions and permit for 40 Loker Street (vote 4-0)
• Issued enforcement order for 397 Boston Post Road paving (vote not specified)

Planning Board

The Board voted 5‑0 to endorse the final plans for 13 Charena Road (PB #24‑07). It also approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Endorsed final plans for 13 Charena Road (PB #24‑07) (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes of 6/10/25 (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Cultural Council

The council unanimously approved the meeting notes from May 14, 2025. It also approved the 2024 late grant for the railroad crossing signal cabinet vinyl wrap, confirming the budget remains available. Members voted to postpone the bulletin board display project. Maryam Libdi was assigned to lead youth recruitment for the open youth member position.

• Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 late grant for railroad crossing signal cabinet vinyl wrap (unanimous)
• Postponed bulletin board display project (unanimous)
• Assigned Maryam Libdi to conduct youth recruitment (unanimous)

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

The Trust approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It then authorized Michael Staiti to sign the purchase and sale and related documents for 11 and 12 Hammond Road, also by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous 4‑0 vote.

• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Authorized Michael Staiti to execute purchase and sale documents for 11 & 12 Hammond Road (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Recreation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from five prior meetings (4-0-1). Members voted to appoint Asa Foster as chair and Michael Grant as clerk for the new term (both 5-0-0). Lesley Stewart was appointed as the commission’s designated member on the Community Preservation Commission (5-0-0). The board also agreed that no vote was needed on the Field & Facilities Use Policy packet at this time.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Appointed Asa Foster as Commission Chair (5-0-0)
• Appointed Michael Grant as Commission Clerk (5-0-0)
• Appointed Lesley Stewart as designated member to Community Preservation Commission (5-0-0)
• Decided no vote required on Field & Facilities Use Policy packet

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board approved the draft minutes from June 10, 2025 (4-0-0). It granted a special permit for 10 White Pine Knoll Road (application #25-12) with conditions (4-0-0). It also granted a special permit for 14 Wheelock Road (application #25-16) with conditions (5-0-0).

• Approved draft minutes (6/10/25) (4-0-0)
• Approved special permit for 10 White Pine Knoll Rd (application #25-12) (4-0-0)
• Approved special permit for 14 Wheelock Rd (application #25-16) (5-0-0)

Housing Partnership

The board unanimously approved the amended minutes from the June 3 meeting. Jackie was unanimously re‑appointed as the Wayland Housing Partnership’s representative on the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board. The next WHP meeting was scheduled for August 13 at 7:00 p.m.

• Approved June 3 minutes (unanimous)
• Re‑appointed Jackie as WHP representative on Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board (unanimous)
• Set next WHP meeting for August 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

Design Review Advisory Board

The Design Review Board approved a motion to continue the hearing on the 297/311 Boston Post Road application because lighting and signage details are incomplete. The Board also approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Continue hearing on 297/311 Boston Post Rd. application (3-0-0)
• Defer signage decision to ZBA (included in continue hearing motion) (3-0-0)
• Approve May 14, 2025 DRAB meeting notes (3-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (3-0-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the June 23 meeting by a 6‑0‑0 roll‑call vote. It also approved the FY25 year‑end transfers totaling $255,590, matching the Select Board’s 5‑0‑0 approval, and assigned C. Barnes to revise and circulate the information‑request list. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 6‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved June 23 minutes (6-0-0 roll call)
• Committee agreed C. Barnes will revise and send the information‑request list
• Select Board approved FY25 year‑end transfers of $255,590 (5-0-0)
• Finance Committee approved FY25 year‑end transfers of $255,590 (6-0-0)
• Moved to adjourn the Finance Committee meeting (6-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board entered executive session to discuss real‑estate matters at 14 West Plain Street. The Board then approved several items, including support for a community‑dialogue initiative, FY 2025 year‑end transfers of $255,590, reappointments to two volunteer committees, and the minutes of June 12 and June 16, 2025. Finally, the Board granted National Grid a permit to install a prefabricated natural‑gas regulator at the intersection of Cochituate and Concord Roads, adding a directive from the Historic District Commission. All votes were unanimous (5‑0‑0).

• Entered executive session to discuss 14 West Plain Street (5-0-0)
• Supported community‑dialogue initiative (5-0-0)
• Approved FY 2025 year‑end transfers totaling $255,590 (5-0-0)
• Reappointed William Sterling to Council on Aging Board (5-0-0)
• Reappointed Valrie Rose‑Thompson to Senior Tax Relief Committee (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes of June 12 and June 16, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Granted National Grid location permit at Cochituate & Concord Roads with Historic District Commission directive amendment (5-0-0)

Senior Tax Relief Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the April 29 meeting after correcting the start time. Members discussed ways to inform seniors about tax breaks and potential assessment reductions, but no action or funding was approved. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

Finance Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the June 2 meeting (5‑0‑2). William Huss was appointed to the Finance Committee effective July 1, 2025. The next meeting was set for September 8, 2025 with future meetings planned for the first Monday of each month. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote (7‑0‑0).

• Approved minutes of 6/2/2025 (5-0-2)
• Appointed William Huss to Finance Committee effective 7/1/2025
• Scheduled next Finance Committee meeting for 9/8/2025
• Motion to adjourn passed (7-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission approved an amendment to the Wetlands and Water Resources Protection Bylaw (Chapter 194) to incorporate FEMA floodplain requirements, voting 6‑0. The amendment will serve as an interim measure until a separate floodplain bylaw is adopted at the next town meeting. The Commission also voted to continue hearings on four pending wetland projects—13 Charena Road, 108 Lakeshore Drive, 40 Loker Street, and 397 Boston Post Road—to July 9, 2025, with votes ranging from 6‑0 to 7‑0 and occasional abstentions.

• Adopt amended Chapter 194 floodplain regulations (6-0)
• Continue 13 Charena Road hearing to July 9, 2025 (6-0)
• Continue 108 Lakeshore Drive hearing to July 9, 2025 (6-0-1)
• Continue 40 Loker Street hearing to July 9, 2025 (7-0)
• Continue 397 Boston Post Road hearing to July 9, 2025 (6-0-1)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission voted 6‑0 to adopt an amendment to the Wetlands and Water Resources Protection Bylaw (Chapter 194) that adds FEMA flood‑plain requirements as an interim measure. The amendment will be administered by the Commission until a separate floodplain bylaw is adopted at the next town meeting. The Commission also voted to continue hearings on five pending wetland projects until July 9, 2025.

• Adopted floodplain amendment to Chapter 194 regulations (6-0)
• Continued 13 Charena Road hearing to July 9, 2025 (6-0)
• Continued 108 Lakeshore Drive hearing to July 9, 2025 (6-0-1)
• Continued 40 Loker Street hearing to July 9, 2025 (7-0)
• Continued 397 Boston Post Road hearing to July 9, 2025 (6-0-1)

Surface Water Quality Committee

The Surface Water Quality Committee approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting by a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The committee then adjourned the June 18 meeting, also by a unanimous 3‑0 vote. No other motions were decided during this session.

• Approved May 21 minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee approved a Pride Month statement and several co‑sponsorships for community events. It also endorsed a three‑phase facilitated dialogue between Wayland’s Jewish and South Asian communities about the word “swastika.” All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Pride Month statement (unanimous)
• Endorsed community dialogue initiative on the word “swastika” (unanimous)
• Co‑sponsored public reading of Frederick Douglass’s “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” (unanimous)
• Co‑sponsored Good Neighbor Day event with the Wayland Library (unanimous)
• Co‑sponsored community conversation with the Wayland Police Department and District Attorney Marian Ryan (unanimous)
• Sponsored immigration “Know Your Rights” presentation (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, with two abstentions)
• Approved two new members to the HRDEIC as reported by the Select Board

Board Of Public Works

The Board voted 4‑0‑0 to keep FY26 water rates the same as FY25 rates. They also authorized Chair George Uveges to sign the rate sheet and closed the FY26 Water Rate Hearing. The minutes of the May 20, 2025 meeting were approved, and future meeting dates were set.

• Keep FY26 water rates same as FY25 rates (4-0-0)
• Authorize Chair George Uveges to sign rate sheet (4-0-0)
• Close FY26 Water Rate Hearing (4-0-0)
• Approve minutes of May 20, 2025 meeting (4-0-0)
• Set joint Board/Select Board/Finance Committee meeting for June 30, 2025
• Schedule regular BoPW meetings for July 15, August 19, and September 16, 2025
• Adjourn meeting (4-0-0)

Board of Health

The Board voted 5‑0 to grant a variance for Dre Hopkins' microblading practice. The approval waives the requirement for a janitorial sink and an autoclave, and no additional A&P course is required. Hopkins must complete CPR and bloodborne pathogen training and use disposable equipment. No other decisions were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved microblading variance for Dre Hopkins, waiving janitorial sink and autoclave requirements (5-0)

Select Board

The Board approved a Memorandum of Agreement with the Wayland Public Employees Committee covering health‑insurance offerings for July 1 2025‑June 30 2028. It placed X‑Golf on a one‑year probationary period requiring TiPS certification within 30 days of hire. It suspended China Rose’s liquor license for two days and required employee re‑certification within 15 days. The Board also reappointed a Historic District Commissioner and appointed members to the Human Rights, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Economic Development committees.

• Approved MOA with PEC for health‑insurance (July 1 2025‑June 30 2028) (executive session)
• Approved one‑year probation for X‑Golf liquor license; all employees to be TiPS certified within 30 days (3‑0‑0)
• Suspended China Rose liquor license for two days; employees to be re‑certified in TiPS within 15 days (3‑0‑0)
• Reappointed Seema Mysore to Historic District Commission (term ends June 30 2028) (3‑0‑0)
• Appointed Sarah Shtutin to Human Rights, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (term ends June 30 2028) (3‑0‑0)
• Appointed Maryam Libdi to associate position on Human Rights, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (term ends June 30 2028) (3‑0‑0)
• Appointed David Villari to Economic Development Committee (term ends June 30 2026) (3‑0‑0)
• Approved minutes of June 2 2025 (amended) (3‑0‑0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee voted unanimously to adjourn the June 13 meeting at 10:13 AM. No formal vote was recorded on the May 16 minutes; members assigned follow‑up tasks and discussed projects such as the 14 West Plain acquisition and Route 20 improvements.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous approval)
• No vote taken on approval of May 16 minutes

Select Board

The Select Board unanimously reappointed Jill Zukerman to the Personnel Board (term ending June 30, 2030), William Huss to the Energy & Climate Committee (term ending June 30, 2028), and Mary Antes to the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust (term ending June 30, 2026). The Board also confirmed Anne Gilbert to the Senior Tax Relief Committee (term ending June 30, 2028) by a 5‑0 vote. In addition, the Board scheduled its FY 2026 Goal‑Setting Retreat for July 15, 2025, and approved the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Reappointed Jill Zukerman to Personnel Board (term ends 6/30/2030) – Adopted 5-0-0
• Reappointed William Huss to Energy & Climate Committee (term ends 6/30/2028) – Adopted 5-0-0
• Reappointed Mary Antes to Municipal Affordable Housing Trust (term ends 6/30/2026) – Adopted 5-0-0
• Confirmed Anne Gilbert to Senior Tax Relief Committee (term ends 6/30/2028) – Adopted 5-0-0
• Scheduled FY 2026 Select Board Goal‑Setting Retreat for July 15, 2025 at Public Safety Building – decision made
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2025 meeting – Adopted 5-0-0

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board voted 4‑yes to 0‑no to approve Firefighter Winner’s request for pay in lieu of vacation carryover as an exception. The board also approved the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes without changes by a 4‑yes, 0‑no vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:03 pm after a unanimous motion.

• Approved pay‑in‑lieu vacation request for Firefighter Winner (4‑0)
• Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Public Ceremonies Committee

The committee decided to refer Larry Kiernan’s letter about the Girl Scouts carrying the Pride Flag to the Town Moderator. It also decided to ask Waycam for help with the noisy generator near the podium. The committee unanimously approved paying $330.00 for Memorial Day 2025 custodial services and reimbursing $94.79 to Donna Bouchard for Veteran’s Day 2024 refreshments. No other actions were taken.

• Refer Larry Kiernan’s letter to the Town Moderator (unanimous)
• Ask Waycam for help with the generator noise (unanimous)
• Approve payment of $330.00 for Memorial Day 2025 custodial services (unanimous)
• Approve reimbursement of $94.79 to Donna Bouchard for Veteran’s Day 2024 refreshments (unanimous)

Board Of Public Works

The Board approved a 20% retained‑earnings target for the Water Enterprise Fund for FY26 after a 4‑1 vote. Two related budget‑direction motions were tabled for future consideration. The Board also scheduled upcoming meetings, including a water‑rate hearing on June 17 and a joint meeting on June 30.

• Approved FY26 Water Enterprise Fund retained‑earnings target of 20% of operating expenses (4-1-0)
• Tabled motion to require water retained earnings as a funding source equal to the contingency expense line item (future agenda)
• Tabled motion to designate debt/borrowing as the funding source for all water capital acquisitions (future agenda)
• Set dates for upcoming meetings: June 17 water‑rate hearing, June 30 joint meeting, July 15, August 19
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0-0)

Historical Commission

The Wayland Historical Commission approved the May 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. Members discussed ongoing cemetery gravestone work, archaeology supplies, and the rail‑trail signs project, but no further formal actions were taken. The commission then adjourned the meeting with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for a backyard deck at 3 Tally Ho Lane. The motion passed unanimously (4‑0‑0). The Board also continued three other applications to the July 8, 2025 meeting and adopted corrected decisions for 5 Haven Lane and 31 Center Street, each with a 4‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved special permit for deck at 3 Tally Ho Lane (4-0-0)
• Continued case #25-12 (10 White Pine Knoll Rd) to July 8, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Continued application for 5 South Street to July 8, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Accepted revised decision for #25-04 (5 Haven Lane) (4-0-0)
• Approved amended decision for #25-10 (31 Center Street) (4-0-0)

Energy and Climate Committee

The Wayland Energy and Climate Committee approved the June 10, 2025 minutes with a 4-0-0 vote. No other formal votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of reports, discussions, and the assignment of several action items. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Planning Board

The board approved the May 13 and May 27 Planning Board minutes with recorded votes. Larry Kiernan was appointed to the Community Preservation Committee. The June 24, 2025 board meeting was cancelled and future meeting dates were set.

• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (3-0-1)
• Appointed Larry Kiernan to Community Preservation Committee (4-0-0)
• Cancelled June 24, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to generate Route 20 scenarios for the Assessor and Mr. Leroux (no vote recorded)
• Agreed J. Newberry will forward a vacant‑unit scenario to the Town Assessor (no vote recorded)
• Decided to hold an in‑person meeting on July 9, 2025 (no vote recorded)
• Planned a possible July 1, 2025 meeting if needed (no vote recorded)

Historic District Commission

The commission unanimously approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for historic interpretive signs on the Mass Central Rail Trail and for a metal historic‑looking handrail at 43 Cochituate Road. The minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting were approved with one abstention. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Mass Central Rail Trail interpretive signs (6-0-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for metal handrail at 43 Cochituate Road (6-0-0)
• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m. (6-0-0)

Finance Committee Appointing Board

The Finance Committee Appointing Board voted to appoint Mr. William Huss to the Finance Committee for a term ending June 30, 2028, filling the vacancy left by Mr. O’Herlihy. The motion passed unanimously (Chair Karlson, Jones, Martin all ayes). The board also approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes as amended, again unanimously. The board set interview dates for June 23 and June 25, 2025.

• Appointed William Huss to Finance Committee, term ending June 30, 2028 (3‑0)
• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (3‑0)
• Scheduled Finance Committee candidate interviews for June 23, 2025
• Scheduled Finance Committee candidate interviews for June 25, 2025
• Motion to adjourn passed (3‑0)

Housing Partnership

The Wayland Housing Partnership approved the April 30 minutes with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other formal votes were taken, though the committee noted upcoming ADU discussions and membership changes.

• Approve April 30 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee voted 4‑0‑0 to recommend Anne Gilbert as the Finance Committee’s designee to the Senior Tax Relief Committee for a term ending June 30, 2028. It also approved the revised minutes of the May 12, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0‑0 vote. Members discussed FY27 budget planning, peer‑community benchmarking, and scheduled a June 23 Finance Committee meeting and a joint June 30 meeting with the Select Board and Board of Public Works to review water‑system financing. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Recommend Anne Gilbert as FinCom designee to Senior Tax Relief Committee (4-0-0)
• Approve revised minutes of 5/12/2025 (4-0-0)
• Schedule Finance Committee meeting for 6/23 to prepare for joint 6/30 meeting
• Plan joint Select Board/Board of Public Works/FinCom meeting for 6/30 on MWRA water‑system financing
• Adjourn meeting (5-0-0)

Audit Committee

The committee approved amendments to its 2025 Annual Report by a 4‑0 vote. It elected Michael German as the Audit Committee chair for fiscal year 2026, also by a 4‑0 vote. The minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously. The committee scheduled a September 2025 meeting to discuss the RFP process for selecting the town’s external auditor for FY 2026‑2029.

• Approved amendments to the 2025 Audit Committee Annual Report (4-0)
• Elected Michael German as Audit Committee Chair for FY 2026 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the February 10, 2025 Audit Committee meeting (4-0)
• Scheduled September 2025 meeting to review auditor RFP recommendation

Select Board

The Board voted 5‑0‑0 to move $150,000 from the Special Education Transportation fund to the Special Education Reserve Fund. It also approved Class I motor‑vehicle dealer licenses for five brands—Alfa Romeo, Bentley, Lamborghini, Maserati, and Rolls‑Royce—at 531‑533 Boston Post Road. Finally, the Board accepted a $500 memorial art gift for the Council on Aging and Community Center, pending a DPW permit.

• Approved $150,000 transfer to Special Education Reserve Fund (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Class I auto dealer license for Alfa Romeo Boston (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Class I auto dealer license for Bentley Boston (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Class I auto dealer license for Lamborghini Boston (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Class I auto dealer license for Maserati Boston (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Class I auto dealer license for Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars Boston (5‑0‑0)
• Approved acceptance of $500 memorial art gift for John Antes at Council on Aging Center (5‑0‑0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy and approve prior session minutes (5‑0‑0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission voted 7-0 to close the Heard Pond hearing and to issue an Order of Conditions approving the project under the Wetlands Protection Act. The Commission also voted 7-0 to continue hearings for the Charena Road and Lakeshore Drive projects to June 18, 2025. Additionally, the Commission agreed to keep the public comment period for the new Chapter 193 storm‑water regulations open until July 9, 2025.

• Closed Heard Pond hearing (vote 7-0)
• Issued Order of Conditions approving Heard Pond project (vote 7-0)
• Continued hearing for 13 Charena Road to June 18, 2025 (vote 7-0)
• Continued hearing for 108 Lakeshore Drive to June 18, 2025 (vote 7-0)
• Extended public comment period for stormwater regulations to July 9, 2025

Conservation Commission

The Commission closed the Heard Pond hearing and approved an Order of Conditions for the project, both unanimously (7-0). It also voted to continue the hearings for the 13 Charena Road and 108 Lakeshore Drive projects to June 18, 2025, each with a 7-0 vote. Additionally, the public comment period for the new stormwater regulations was extended until July 9, 2025.

• Closed Heard Pond hearing under Wetlands Protection Act (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Heard Pond project (7-0)
• Continued hearing for 13 Charena Road to June 18, 2025 (7-0)
• Continued hearing for 108 Lakeshore Drive to June 18, 2025 (7-0)
• Extended public comment period for stormwater regulations to July 9, 2025

Planning Board

The Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing and to approve the findings and final decision for Veritas Christian Academy’s site‑plan application (PB #24-05). It also approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes, appointed N. Munkenbeck to the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board and J. Newberry to the Housing Partnership, and waived condition 6.3.7 to allow a temporary Certificate of Occupancy for the COA/CC building.

• Close public hearing for Veritas Christian Academy PB #24-05 – approved (4-0-0)
• Approve findings and decision for Veritas Christian Academy PB #24-05 – approved (4-0-0)
• Approve May 5, 2025 meeting minutes – approved (4-0-0)
• Appoint N. Munkenbeck to Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board and J. Newberry to Housing Partnership – approved (4-0-0)
• Waive condition 6.3.7 of COA/CC decision for temporary Certificate of Occupancy – approved (4-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting – approved (4-0-0)

Surface Water Quality Committee

The Wayland Surface Water Quality Committee approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken; the committee discussed budget shortfalls for FY25 and potential funding options. The meeting was then adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes from 15 April 2025 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the minutes from the April 15 meeting. It voted to co‑sponsor the Wayland Community Pool Mural project. The committee also approved an updated Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander statement. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, Mei-Ling abstained)
• Co‑sponsored Wayland Community Pool Mural project (unanimous)
• Approved revised AANHPI statement (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council On Aging Board

The Wayland Council on Aging board approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting, with an amendment noted by Yurkofsky and Patterson. The amendment was adopted unanimously by a roll‑call vote of seven yeas. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved minutes of April 14, 2025 (unanimous, 7 yeas)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous, 7 yeas)

Board Of Public Works

The Board voted 5‑0 to authorize the Water Superintendent or DPW Director to enact and lift water restrictions as needed. It also voted 5‑0 to raise transfer‑station sticker prices to $200 for full‑year stickers, $50 for second stickers and $50 for trailer stickers, while eliminating the $10 credit‑card fee. Staff were directed to create a separate water‑rate model that includes and excludes dual‑source expenses.

• Authorized Water Superintendent/DPW Director to enact and lift water restrictions (5-0-0)
• Increased transfer‑station sticker prices: full‑year $200, second $50, trailer $50; removed $10 credit‑card fee (5-0-0)
• Directed staff to produce separate water‑rate models with and without dual‑source expenses (no vote recorded)

Select Board

The Select Board voted 4-1 to approve the transfer of the liquor license, inventory pledge, and license for Post Road Liquors at 44 Boston Post Road. The Board also voted 5-0 to enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the firefighters union and to approve the May 5 executive session minutes.

• Enter executive session for collective bargaining discussion and minutes approval (5-0-0)
• Approve transfer of Post Road Liquors license and inventory pledge (4-1-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from the March 14 and April 17 meetings, each by a 4‑0 vote. It also approved the release of Infographic #3, which updates residents on the Main & Plain plaza project, by a 4‑0 vote. Committee members volunteered to coordinate ribbon‑cutting events for new businesses and to follow up on various Route 20 initiatives.

• Approved March 14 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved April 17 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved release of Infographic #3 on Main & Plain (4-0)
• Agreed to coordinate ribbon‑cutting events for new businesses
• Assigned follow‑up tasks for Route 20 business and property owner list

Design Review Advisory Board

The board voted unanimously (3-0-0) to recommend deferring the 297 Boston Post Rd. sign application to the Zoning Board of Appeals because it exceeds the 40 SF limit. It also voted unanimously to recommend approval of the 76 Main St. flat‑sign application. Finally, it voted unanimously to recommend approval of the 289 Boston Post Rd. project with several design conditions. The board approved the draft minutes from the March 5 meeting.

• Recommend deferring 297 Boston Post Rd. sign application to ZBA (3-0-0)
• Recommend approval of 76 Main St. flat‑sign application (3-0-0)
• Recommend approval of 289 Boston Post Rd. project with design caveats (3-0-0)
• Approve draft DRAB meeting minutes from 3/5/2025 (3-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (3-0-0)

Youth Advisory Committee

The committee approved the April meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It decided there will be no more Youth Night events for the remainder of the 2024‑2025 school year. Members agreed to continue meeting on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved April minutes (5-0)
• No Youth Night events for rest of 2024-2025 school year (decision)
• Continue YAC meetings second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. (decision)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

The board approved the March 18 meeting minutes and a $5,000 audit payment, each by a 4‑0 vote. Members recommended Mike Staiti for the 212 Cochituate Advisory Committee, which passed 3‑0‑1. The Trust also voted 4‑0 to recommend that the Town decline the option to purchase 97 Stonebridge Road.

• Approved minutes of March 18, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 audit payment from CPA funds (4-0)
• Recommended Mike Staiti for 212 Cochituate Advisory Committee (3-0-1)
• Recommended Town decline purchase option for 97 Stonebridge Road (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board approved the meeting minutes from March. It approved a special permit for the owners of 7 Sycamore Road to remove and rebuild a retaining wall within their property lines, with a side‑setback waiver of 0.44 ft. The Board also approved Section 203.1 findings for that case and for a second‑story addition at 31 Center St, and it approved a rear‑sign application for Wayland Pediatrics at 13 Pelham Island Road. Finally, the Board accepted a continuance of the garage/bedroom addition case at 10 White Pine Knoll Road.

• Approved March minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved Section 203.1 finding for 7 Sycamore Road (5-0-0)
• Approved special permit for 7 Sycamore Road retaining wall (5-0-0)
• Approved Section 203.1 finding for 31 Center St addition (5-0-0)
• Approved Section 203.1 condition for 31 Center St plans (5-0-0)
• Approved sign application for Wayland Pediatrics at 13 Pelham Island Rd (5-0-0)
• Accepted continuance of case 10 White Pine Knoll Rd to June 10, 2025 (5-0-0)

Energy and Climate Committee

The Energy and Climate Committee accepted the April 8, 2025 minutes with a 3‑0 vote and then adjourned the meeting with a 3‑0 vote. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Accepted 4/8/25 minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning Board

The Board voted 4‑0‑1 to approve the subdivision at 13 Charena Road with the discussed conditions. It also voted 4‑1‑0 to close the public hearing on that case. The hearing on the 164‑172 Cochituate Road project was continued until May 27, 2025, and the April 15 and April 22 meeting minutes were each approved unanimously.

• Closed public hearing on 13 Charena Road (4-1-0)
• Approved subdivision at 13 Charena Road with conditions (4-0-1)
• Continued Cochituate Road hearing until May 27, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (5-0-0)
• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (5-0-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting (4‑0‑3). Members elected Phil Giudice as Chair and Carl Barnes as Vice Chair, with the motion passing unanimously (7‑0‑0). The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote (7‑0‑0). The next Finance Committee meeting was set for June 2, 2025.

• Approved minutes of 4/8/2025 (vote 4-0-3)
• Elected Phil Giudice as Chair (vote 7-0-0)
• Elected Carl Barnes as Vice Chair (vote 7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 7-0-0)
• Scheduled next Finance Committee meeting for 6/2/2025

Board of Health

The Board voted 5‑0 to accept Robial’s response to the peer‑review comments on the 162‑172 Cochituate Road project, following DEP Title 5 guidance. The Board also voted 5‑0 to approve the definitive subdivision plan for Charena Farms at 13 Charena Road. Finally, the Board unanimously re‑appointed Robert DeFrancesco as Chair of the Board of Health.

• Accepted Robial’s reply to peer‑review comments on 162‑172 Cochituate Road project (5‑0)
• Approved Charena Farms definitive subdivision at 13 Charena Road (5‑0)
• Re‑appointed Robert DeFrancesco as Board of Health Chair (5‑0)

Trust Fund Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. Commissioners elected Robert Fox as Chair, also unanimously 3‑0, to serve until the close of the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. The meeting was then adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Elected Robert Fox as Chair through 2026 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Public Ceremonies Committee

The Public Ceremonies Committee heard a public comment from Mark Lenci, who offered to be the keynote speaker at the Memorial Day service on May 26, 2025. After discussion of parade details and program participants, the committee approved Mr. Lenci as the keynote speaker. Members also assigned tasks for sound equipment, clergy invitation, musical performers, and vehicle participants for the parade.

• Approved Mark Lenci as Memorial Day keynote speaker

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission voted 3‑2 to issue a Chapter 193 permit for the project at 162‑172 Cochituate Road. It voted unanimously (5‑0) to issue a Chapter 193 permit for the project at 3 Brooks Road. The Commission also moved to continue six wetland‑related hearings to May 28, 2025, each passing unanimously.

• Issued permit for 162‑172 Cochituate Rd (Chapter 193) – vote 3‑2
• Issued permit for 3 Brooks Road (Chapter 193) – vote 5‑0
• Continued Heard Pond hearing to May 28, 2025 – vote 5‑0
• Continued 13 Charena Road hearing to May 28, 2025 – vote 5‑0
• Continued 108 Lakeshore Drive hearing to May 28, 2025 – vote 5‑0
• Continued 40 Loker Street hearing to May 28, 2025 – vote 5‑0
• Continued 87 Dudley Road hearing to May 28, 2025 – vote 5‑0

Personnel Board

The Board voted unanimously to approve the vacation carryover requests submitted by Wayland firefighters under their collective bargaining agreement. The Board also voted unanimously to keep Maryanne Peabody as Chair, to adopt the minutes from December 10, 2024 and January 7, 2025 as amended, and to move into executive session to review those minutes.

• Approved fire personnel vacation carryover requests (4-0-0)
• Approved Maryanne Peabody to continue as Board Chair (4-0-0)
• Approved minutes of December 10, 2024 as amended (4-0-0)
• Approved minutes of January 7, 2025 as amended (4-0-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session to review minutes (4-0-0)

Finance Committee Appointing Board

The Finance Committee Appointing Board approved the amended recruitment statement for the Finance Committee vacancies by a unanimous 3‑aye vote. The board also approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (as amended) by a unanimous vote. The board scheduled interview sessions for the vacant Finance Committee seats on June 3, June 23, and June 25, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. The meeting was adjourned after the motions were carried.

• Approved amended Finance Committee recruitment statement (3‑aye vote)
• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (3‑aye vote)
• Scheduled Finance Committee interview session for June 3, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
• Scheduled Finance Committee interview session for June 23, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
• Scheduled Finance Committee interview session for June 25, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
• Motion to adjourn carried (3‑aye vote)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors unanimously accepted the April 14, 2025 open‑session minutes. In executive session they accepted and released the April 14, 2025 executive‑session minutes, approved motor‑vehicle abatements for April 2025, approved personal‑property tax abatements for FY 2009‑2019, and provided an update on the denial of a FY 2025 41A deferral application.

• Accepted April 14, 2025 open‑session minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted and released April 14, 2025 executive‑session minutes
• Approved motor‑vehicle abatements for April 2025
• Approved FY 2009‑2019 personal‑property uncollectible tax abatements
• Updated FY 2025 41A deferral application denial

Recreation Commission

The Select Board and Recreation Commission jointly appointed M. Grant to fill the vacant Recreation Commission seat, with the term ending at the conclusion of the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. The motion was moved by D. Levine, seconded by T. Fay, and passed 6-2. No other substantive actions were taken; discussion of the next meeting date was not addressed. The meeting was adjourned by a 3-0 vote.

• Appointed M. Grant to Recreation Commission (6-2)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Select Board

The board entered an executive session to discuss litigation strategy (5-0-0). It approved the transfer of stock and change of officers for Post Road Liquors Inc. (5-0-0). The board appointed M. Grant to the Recreation Commission (6-2-0) and adopted fee schedule changes for the Select Board/Town Manager, Town Clerk, Building Department, and Fire Department (each 4-0-0). It also adopted the revised charge for the 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee (4-0-0).

• Entered executive session to discuss litigation (5-0-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer for Post Road Liquors (5-0-0)
• Appointed M. Grant to Recreation Commission (6-2-0)
• Approved Select Board/Town Manager fee changes (4-0-0)
• Approved Town Clerk fee changes (4-0-0)
• Approved Building Department fee changes (4-0-0)
• Approved Fire Department fee schedule (4-0-0)
• Adopted 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee charge (4-0-0)

Historical Commission

The commission voted 5‑0 to approve the March 2025 meeting minutes. Members discussed ideas for the town’s 250th anniversary, noting a $1,000 budget could fund three programs. They also reviewed cemetery restoration funding and Dudley Woods sign designs before adjourning the meeting with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (5-0 vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0 vote)

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted to have Larry Kiernan finalize and send comments on the Conservation Commission’s draft Stormwater and Land Disturbance Regulations to the Commission and other town officials. The Board also approved recessing to join the Select Board for a joint discussion of the Route 20 Corridor Master Plan. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved submission of stormwater draft comments (4-0-0)
• Approved recess to join Select Board meeting (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-1)

Housing Partnership

The Wayland Housing Partnership approved the transfer of the town-owned parcel at 212 Cochituate Road to the Select Board for affordable housing or shared living for persons with disabilities. Members agreed to create a homeowner "how‑to" worksheet on accessory dwelling units and to pursue outreach with town staff. The committee also encouraged the owner of 97 Stonebridge Road to sell and planned letters to town officials regarding ADU issues.

• Approved transfer of 212 Cochituate Road parcel to Select Board (approved at Town Meeting)
• Agreed to create an ADU "how‑to" worksheet for homeowners
• Katherine to call Robert Hummel about ADU topic for next housing meeting (call made)
• Rachel to send a letter to Michael McCall about ADU concerns (letter to be sent)
• Committee encouraged current owner of 97 Stonebridge Road to sell (encouraged)
• Approved March 19 minutes (approved by roll‑call vote)
• Set next meeting for June 3
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed by roll‑call vote)

Senior Tax Relief Committee

The Senior Tax Relief Committee approved the minutes from its March 18, 2025 meeting. A liaison briefed members on the new Accessory Dwelling Unit legislation. Members discussed a senior tax‑rate discount proposal and agreed to develop a modest dollar‑credit option for future consideration by the finance committee and Select Board. The next committee meeting was set for June 24, 2025.

• Accepted March 18, 2025 minutes as written
• Scheduled next meeting for June 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Historic District Commission

The commission unanimously approved the installation of an exact duplicate stairwell window at 39 Old Sudbury Road (vote 5‑0‑0). It also approved the design of metallic historic signs for the Mass. Central Rail Trail, with the commission required to issue legal notices and hold a hearing before finalizing the Certificate of Appropriateness. The minutes from the October 29, 2024 meeting were approved as amended (vote 5‑0‑1). The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved duplicate stairwell window at 39 Old Sudbury Road (5-0-0)
• Approved design of metallic historic signs for Mass. Central Rail Trail (approval noted)
• Approved October 29, 2024 minutes as amended (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The commission unanimously approved the installation of a duplicate stairwell window at 39 Old Sudbury Road. It also approved the design of Mass. Central Rail Trail interpretive historic signs, pending required legal notices and a public hearing. The minutes from the October 29, 2024 meeting were approved as amended. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved duplicate stairwell window at 39 Old Sudbury Rd (5-0-0)
• Approved design of Mass. Central Rail Trail historic signs, pending legal notice and hearing
• Approved October 29, 2024 minutes as amended (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous vote

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

The committee approved Change Order #10 for the COA/Community Center project at $8,943.72 (5‑0‑0 vote). It also approved Change Order #4 for the Wayland Public Library to replace pump #2 up to $20,908 (5‑0‑0 vote). The March 11, 2025 minutes were approved (5‑0 vote) and the meeting was adjourned (5‑0‑0 vote).

• Approved Change Order #10 for $8,943.72 (5-0-0)
• Approved Change Order #4 up to $20,908 for library pump replacement (5-0-0)
• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board elected Carol Martin as Chair and Douglas Levine as Vice Chair. It approved several appointments, authorized $33,175 for the town’s 250th American Celebration, and created a nine‑member working group to implement Article 30 for 212 Cochituate Road. The board also adopted an updated social media policy and approved multiple consent‑calendar contracts, including a $365,000 siding project for the Wayland Public Safety Building.

• Elected C. Martin Chair and D. Levine Vice Chair (5-0-0)
• Appointed T. White to Permanent Municipal Building Committee (4-0-0)
• Re‑appointed Jim Grumbach to Wayland Housing Partnership (4-0-0)
• Authorized up to $33,175 for 250th American Celebration (4-0-0)
• Created 9‑member working group for 212 Cochituate Road implementation (4-0-0)
• Adopted updated Town of Wayland Social Media Policy (4-0-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items #1‑7, including $138,000 tank rehab contract (4-0-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items #8‑10, including $365,000 Wayland Public Safety Building siding contract (4-0-0)

Planning Board

The Board, with three voting members present, unanimously voted to continue the public hearing for PB #24-07 (13 Charena Road amendment) to May 13, 2025 at 6:15 p.m. The motion was moved by Robin Borgestedt, seconded by Larry Kiernan, and approved 3‑0‑0. No other substantive actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Continue 13 Charena Road public hearing to May 13, 2025 (3-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (3-0-0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee discussed the Terrain redevelopment, Article 20 pre‑order pick‑up overlay, Route 20 sidewalk and curb‑cut plans, and assigned several outreach and planning tasks. No formal approvals or denials were made; the meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Design Review Advisory Board

The Design Review Board voted 2-0-1 to recommend no decision on the 297 Boston Post Rd. signage application and to defer the matter to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Board also approved the March 5, 2025 meeting notes by the same vote. Finally, the Board adjourned the meeting with a 2-0-1 vote.

• Recommend no decision on 297 Boston Post Rd. sign application; defer to ZBA (2-0-1)
• Approve DRB meeting notes from March 5, 2025 (2-0-1)
• Adjourn meeting (2-0-1)

Conservation Commission

At the April 16 meeting the Commission approved an amendment to the Order of Conditions for the Greenways Conservation Area (5‑0‑1). It also voted to continue several wetland hearings to May 7, 2025 and authorized Linda Hansen to seek peer‑review consultants for the Greenways amendment, an arborist/wetland review for the 11 Hearthstone Circle project, and a storm‑water/land‑disturbance review for the 46 Bent Avenue project.

• Approved amendment to Greenways Order of Conditions (5-0-1)
• Continued Heard Pond hearing to May 7, 2025 after 6:30 PM (6-0)
• Continued 108 Lakeshore Drive hearing to May 7, 2025 after 6:30 PM (6-0)
• Continued 13 Charena Road hearing to May 7, 2025 after 6:30 PM (6-0)
• Continued 40 Loker Street hearing to May 7, 2025 after 6:30 PM (6-0)
• Authorized Linda Hansen to recruit peer‑review consultant for Greenways amendment (6-0)
• Authorized Linda Hansen to recruit peer reviewers for arborist and wetland resource areas (6-0)
• Authorized Linda Hansen to recruit peer reviewers for stormwater and land‑disturbance (6-0)

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Mary Ann, seconded by Kevin, with two members abstaining. The committee decided to postpone a vote on the Community Pool mural until the next meeting. Wayland Fest was confirmed for October 4, 2025, and signboards designed by Alyssa Ao will be posted at two town locations. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Mary Ann, seconded by Kevin; passed with two abstentions)
• Postponed vote on Community Pool mural to next meeting
• Confirmed Wayland Fest for October 4, 2025
• Approved posting of Alyssa Ao signboards on two town signboards for Wayland Fest
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Board Of Public Works

The Board agreed to postpone the Complete Streets presentation to the May 20, 2025 meeting because two members were not sworn in and could not vote. A vote on the March 25 minutes was also delayed until the May 20 meeting. Regular Board of Public Works meetings were scheduled for May 20, June 17, and July 15, 2025. No formal votes were taken at this session.

• Delay Complete Streets presentation to May 20, 2025 meeting (no vote)
• Postpone vote on March 25, 2025 minutes to May 20, 2025 meeting (no vote)
• Set regular BoPW meeting dates: May 20, June 17, July 15, 2025

Planning Board

The Planning Board extended the public hearing for the Veritas Christian Academy site to May 13, 2025 and pushed the final decision deadline to May 27, 2025. The board approved the March 25, 2025 minutes with one abstention. Members were elected to officer roles: Anette Lewis as Chair, Robin Borgestedt as Vice Chair, and Jesse Newberry as Clerk. It was also agreed to move future board meetings to Wednesdays.

• Continue public hearing for Veritas Christian Academy site until May 13, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Extend issuance of decision for Veritas Christian Academy site until May 27, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Approve March 25, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (4-0-1, Newberry abstained)
• Elect Anette Lewis as Chair of the Planning Board until no later than September 2025 (4-0-1, Lewis abstained)
• Elect Robin Borgestedt as Vice Chair through September 2025 (5-0-0)
• Elect Jesse Newberry as Clerk for at least the year (5-0-0)
• Move Planning Board meetings to Wednesdays in the upcoming fiscal year (decision agreed)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved the minutes from the March 17 and April 7 meetings, each by unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the open session was also approved unanimously. The meeting then moved to an executive session for further review of pending items.

• Accepted March 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted April 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned open session (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health voted 5‑0 to allow a Title 5 onsite septic system for the high school, based on 200% of the average daily flow of 7,235 gallons per day. The approval enables the town to request a variance from MassDEP and begin septic design. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved new Title 5 onsite septic system for High School (5-0 vote)

Board of Health

The Board of Health voted 5‑0 to approve a Title 5 onsite septic system for the high school, based on 200% of the average daily flow of 7,235 gallons per day. The motion was introduced by Chair Jon Storer and supported by all members present. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Title 5 onsite septic system for high school (5‑0 vote)

Council On Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board voted 7‑yeas to approve the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. After discussion of upcoming events and programs, the board again voted 7‑yeas to adjourn the meeting at 5:46 PM. No other motions were formally decided.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (7 yeas)
• Adjourned meeting (7 yeas)

Cultural Council

The council approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes and set the Grantee Reception for June 11, 2025. Marie Isenburg was appointed to the Vice‑Chair seat. The council adopted a rotating roster for taking meeting notes and approved a photo display for the bulletin board. The deadline for Utility Box Project submissions was moved to May 12, 2025.

• Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set Grantee Reception date for June 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Appointed Marie Isenburg as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted rotating roster for meeting note taking (unanimous)
• Approved photo display on bulletin board (unanimous)
• Moved Utility Box Project submission deadline to May 12, 2025 (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Committee

The council approved the March meeting minutes after a motion and second, with all voting members in favor. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion. No other substantive actions were voted on.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee voted to approve the draft minutes from April 7, 2025, with a 4‑0‑0 vote. It then moved to adjourn the meeting at the conclusion of the 2025 Annual Town Meeting, which passed by a 4‑0‑01 vote.

• Approved minutes of 4/7/2025 (vote 4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting after Annual Town Meeting (vote 4-0-01)

Energy and Climate Committee

The Energy and Climate Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 11 meeting. The committee then unanimously moved to adjourn. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the session consisted of project updates and assignment of action items.

• Approved March 11 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the April 8 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board approved the FY 2025 motor vehicle and trailer excise second‑commitment totals of $15,390,769.47 valuation and $370,556.20 tax, with a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the meeting was then accepted. No other actions were taken.

• Approved FY 2025 motor vehicle & trailer excise second‑commitment totals (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion accepted)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the March 31, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0‑1 vote (one member absent). No formal vote was taken on appointing a liaison or setting future meeting dates. The meeting was adjourned by a 7‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission voted to rescind the March 28 deferment of field and facilities fees and to reinstate the fee schedule approved on February 14, 2025. The motion passed 2-1 with two yeas and one nay. The commission then voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting.

• Rescinded March 28 fee deferment and reinstated Feb 14 fee schedule (2-1-0)
• Adopted motion to adjourn meeting (3-0-0)