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Wayland public meetings in 2025

525 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 29, 2025

Planning Board

Public hearing on site plan for Coptic Orthodox Church at 169 Rice Road

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.

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✓ Decided: Board extends decision deadline for 169 Rice Road project to Feb 13, 2026

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).

🏢 Registered nonprofit at this address: St Philopater Mercurius & St Mina Coptic Orthodox Church Inc (Religion)
Mon Dec 22, 2025

Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee

Committee will discuss and possibly vote on further spending for South Landfill studies

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes and set next steps for South landfill site planning

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.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that The Collabora�ve will be able to prepare concept drawings within that �meframe. • Report to be revised based on commitee feedback • Cliff Lewis has created preliminary sketches to guide…
4 yea
T. Fay yea · M. Spelman yea · C. Lewis yea · M. Norton yea
Fri Dec 19, 2025

Select Board

No agenda provided; minutes will be reviewed

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

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves rail trail easement and adopts PILOT policy

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the article was non-binding and had no cost. B. Keveny added that some Towns have elected to do this, while others have not due to the potential risk. The Board discussed the proposal. A…
3 yea · 1 nay
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney nay
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Dec 17, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Board will consider FY27 library operating budget and 5‑year capital plan

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.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves FY27 budget, action plan and new library services

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.

Wed Dec 17, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Board to vote on FY27 library operating budget and 5‑year capital plan

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the FY27 Library operating budget and affirmed its submission to the Town

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.

Wed Dec 17, 2025

Conservation Commission

Joint hearing on 169 Rice Road church demolition and new development

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.

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✓ Decided: Conservation Commission adopts revised Stormwater & Land Disturbance regulations

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adopt the Chapter 193: Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw regulations, including the revisions discussed during the meeting. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea · 1 nay
L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea · C. Lewis nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Dec 17, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

CIPC to rank FY2027-2031 capital requests and approve December minutes

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Dec 9 meeting minutes unanimously

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.

Wed Dec 17, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

Committee will discuss potential housing for disabled adults

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.

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Wed Dec 17, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Dec 17, 2025

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.

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Wed Dec 17, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board hears site plan approvals for 169 Rice Rd and 37‑45 Waltham Rd

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board extends public hearing dates for two projects

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.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Advisory Board to review November meeting notes

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Nov 25 minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Senior Tax Relief Committee

Committee discusses ways to boost senior Circuit Breaker tax credit awareness

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes and will process senior tax credit proposal

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.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss workplace policies and executive session

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.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board denied a firefighter's request to extend vacation carryover

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.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to review personnel policies and firefighter vacation request

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.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

Committee will vote on $3,430 to fund a school conversation series

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved stipend, reimbursements, and several event co‑sponsorships

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.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss FY2027 DPW operating budget

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.

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✓ Decided: Board forwarded MWRA water supply warrant article and approved key FY2027 budgets

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.

Mon Dec 15, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Wayland EDC meets with Select Board to review committee operations

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.

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✓ Decided: EDC discussed growth plans and requests; no formal decisions taken

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.

Mon Dec 15, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board approved using water rates to pay MWRA and Happy Hollow debt service

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).

🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to the Wayland Firefighters Local…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
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29 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the decarbonization roadmap for 2025 to 2028. Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to adopt the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) First Policy with modifications discussed today as originally appearing in the packet, and authorize Select Board member W. Whitney to finalize any such…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to authorize Select Board Chair, Carol Martin, to sign letter of support to accompany the Town’s Climate Leaders application. Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the 2026 renewal of the licenses listed. Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar items #1 through #4. Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board approved the minutes for November 17, 2025, as amended. There were no amendments. Vote:
4 yea
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board approved the minutes for December 1, 2025, as amended. There were no amendments. Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the installation was in progress. C. Martin reviewed recent and upcoming meeting dates and agenda items. A20. Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance, if any: There…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Dec 15, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

WWMDC to discuss FY27 budget and wastewater needs

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission discussed assessments and FY27 budget; no actions approved

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.

Mon Dec 15, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to review fee increases and appoint animal inspector

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.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health discussed updates and fee changes but took no formal actions

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.

Mon Dec 15, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Board will vote on grant requests from Town Center residents

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.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board to discuss MWRA financing and PFAS settlement funds

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.

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Fri Dec 12, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Wayland EDC to discuss Route 20 corridor and tax base growth

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee appoints new Vice Chair, Clerk and landfill liaison; approves prior minutes

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.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

Wayland Housing Authority

✓ Decided: Wayland Housing Authority approves fund warrants and tables prior minutes

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.

Wed Dec 10, 2025

Cultural Council

Council to finalize grant recipients and allocations

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.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

Cultural Council

Cultural Council to finalize grant recipients and allocations

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.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

Planning Board

Wayland Planning Board to discuss proposed zoning amendments

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved prior meeting minutes and referred a stop‑order request

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.

Wed Dec 10, 2025

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to discuss opioid abatement and wellness programs

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.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to consider four applications for variances and special permits

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.

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✓ Decided: ZBA grants special permit for 42 Pemberton Road addition (5-0-0)

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.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to hear three applications for sign, garage and dwelling changes

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.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Capital Improvement Planning Committee to review departmental funding requests

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.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

CIPC to review departmental capital requests for FY2027 to FY2031

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.

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✓ Decided: CIPC approves prior meeting minutes and schedules next two meetings

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.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee to discuss decarbonization and vehicle policies

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.

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Mon Dec 8, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors meets to review agenda and minutes

This is a procedural meeting of the Wayland Board of Assessors. The agenda lists only the review of meeting materials, including the agenda and final minutes from the same date. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Board approved FY 2026 actual tax total of $46.6 million

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.

Mon Dec 8, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss housing for disabled adults and draft recommendations

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss housing for disabled adults, including the characteristics of the intended residents and the scale of structures to be built. They will also consider approval of minutes from their November 13, 2025 meeting and discuss a draft report or proposed Request for Proposal to the Wayland Select Board.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved adjournment of the meeting

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.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Committee will vote to approve November 19 minutes and discuss capital request topics

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.

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✓ Decided: CIPC reviews FY27-31 capital requests, begins ranking

The Capital Improvement Planning Committee met and reviewed departmental capital requests for FY27-31, discussing prioritization and requesting members to rank each request as High, Medium, or Low. They also reviewed and approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting. No final decisions on capital projects were made; the committee is still in the review and discussion phase.

Wed Dec 3, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

CPC to vote on project recommendations for Annual Town Meeting

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.

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✓ Decided: CPC approved $60K housing plan and multiple preservation projects

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).

Wed Dec 3, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

CPC to vote on project recommendations for Annual Town Meeting

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.

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✓ Decided: CPC rejected $500,000 EJN Foundation Cochituate Park renovation request

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.

Wed Dec 3, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

Committee discusses housing for disabled adults at 212 Cochituate Road

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Wed Dec 3, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

Committee discusses housing for disabled adults at 212 Cochituate Road

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved November minutes and adjourned meeting unanimously

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.

Wed Dec 3, 2025

Historical Commission

Commission will vote on the November 17, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved corrected minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Wed Dec 3, 2025

School Committee

School Committee to review student goals and approve wrestling trip

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.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Conservation Commission

Commission will hear public input on new stormwater and land disturbance regulations.

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved permit for 12 Morrill Drive project

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.

🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the public hearing on the proposed adoption of regulation pursuant to Chapter 193 to December 17th, 2025, after 6:30PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to continue the hearing to December 17th, 2025, under Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194, after 6:30PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
12 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to continue the hearing to December 17th, 2025, under Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194, after December 3rd, 2025 4 of 6 6:30PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to issue a permit under Chapter 193 with conditions as discussed. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to release the performance bond in its entirety for 148 Woodridge Rd (DEP File no. 322-731). L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to approve the minutes of 11/19/25. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to recess the Commission’s meeting to join the public meeting of the Planning Board in order to conduct two joint hearings with them, the Commission shall reconvene at the conclusions of those…
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:06PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
Wed Dec 3, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hold hearing on stormwater and land disturbance regulations

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).

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously issued a permit for the 12 Morrill Drive project

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.

🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the public hearing on the proposed adoption of regulation pursuant to Chapter 193 to December 17th, 2025, after 6:30PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to continue the hearing to December 17th, 2025, under Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194, after 6:30PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
12 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to continue the hearing to December 17th, 2025, under Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194, after December 3rd, 2025 4 of 6 6:30PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to issue a permit under Chapter 193 with conditions as discussed. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to release the performance bond in its entirety for 148 Woodridge Rd (DEP File no. 322-731). L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to approve the minutes of 11/19/25. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to recess the Commission’s meeting to join the public meeting of the Planning Board in order to conduct two joint hearings with them, the Commission shall reconvene at the conclusions of those…
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:06PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Aubin yea · J. Brown yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea
Wed Dec 3, 2025

School Committee

School Committee to consider FY27 capital requests and high school competency proposal

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.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Recreation Commission

Commission to discuss Eliza’s Park project and FY2027 revolving fund limits

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.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold public hearings for church and school site plans

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board extended public hearing on church site to Dec 17

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.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Lake Cochituate order of conditions 322-972 for North Pond discussed

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved $1,019.40 water testing invoice for Dudley Pond

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.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

School Committee

School Council to vote on 2025‑2026 WHS School Improvement Plan

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.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approved $136,000 engineering contract for Wayland High School wastewater

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.

🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to authorize the Town Manger to sign the engineering services agreement from Tighe & Bond, Inc. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to the Wayland Firefighters Local…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board approve the renewal of the 2026 licenses as presented in the December 1, 2025 Select Board packet for Liquor Licenses, Common Victuallers, Entertainment Licenses, Used Car Dealership…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board vote the question of designating Town Manager Michael McCall as the sole signatory to sign off on all 2026 approved renewals listed in the December 1, 2025 packet. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board vote the question of designating Carol B. Martin, Chair, Select Board, as the sole signatory to sign off on all 2026 Alcohol Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) and liquor license…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board approve the application for the grant of location for AT&T to install and maintain one small cell wireless facility to be installed at 238 Glezen Lane, following the directives of the…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
motion to add conditions that the small cell wireless facilities must comply with the plans order and AT&T will promptly remove any and all equipment that is no longer used to deliver wireless…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Roll Call Vote:
10 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar but for Item #2. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board approved the minutes for November 3, 2025, as amended, noting a typo in the header of the draft minutes which read October 6, instead of November 3, 2025. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Dec 1, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews finance communication, EDC partnership, and 2026 calendar

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.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved 11/17 minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Advisory Board to review applications for 321 Commonwealth Ave and 44 Boston Post Rd

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.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded in the Design Review Advisory Board meeting

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.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Advisory Board to review sign applications and design guidelines

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.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded in the meeting minutes

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

Mon Nov 24, 2025

Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee

Committee may vote on further spending for South Landfill study

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved the October 10 meeting minutes unanimously

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.

Sat Nov 22, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

Advisory Committee to tour 212 Cochituate Road site

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.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors reviews FY 2026 motor vehicle excise commitment

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.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously accepted FY 2026 motor vehicle and trailer excise totals

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.

Wed Nov 19, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Committee will review departmental capital improvement requests for the year

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.

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✓ Decided: CIPC unanimously approved minutes of 11/13/2025

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.

Wed Nov 19, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Committee will review and discuss this year’s departmental capital improvement requests

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.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Board will vote on the FY2027 library operating budget and capital improvement plan.

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $800 State Aid for restroom period products

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.

Wed Nov 19, 2025

Housing Partnership

Wayland Housing Partnership will discuss affordable ADU plans for Dec. 2 meeting

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved prior minutes and will seek to reschedule Dec 2 ADU session

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.

Wed Nov 19, 2025

Housing Partnership

Wayland Housing Partnership meeting to discuss ADU updates and approve minutes

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.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Conservation Commission

Public hearing on draft stormwater regulations under Bylaw Chapter 193

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.

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✓ Decided: Conservation Commission approved permits and waivers for multiple wetland projects

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.

🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing to December 3rd, 2025, under Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194, after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
17 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under the Wetland Protection Act and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a waiver for the site plan minimum requirements under Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a negative determination under WPA and a permit under Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fair yea
motion to have L. Hansen issue a permit under Chapter 193 contingent on her requests being met. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Certificate of Compliance under the Wetland Protection Act and Chapter 194 under both. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Certificate of Compliance under the WPA and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to extend the permit for Dudley Pond (DEP File no. 322-859) for five years. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the minutes of 10/29/25. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:05PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
B. Howell yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · C. Lewis yea · S. Fair yea
Wed Nov 19, 2025

Conservation Commission

Commission to hear wetland permits and consider new stormwater regulations

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.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

CPC reviews ten community preservation project applications for 2026

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.

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✓ Decided: CPC voted to exclude RHSO funding request from 2026 CPA articles

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.

Wed Nov 19, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board will consider amending water‑main location for Setowood Lane subdivision

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.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Planning Board

Public hearing on the Carroll School site plan at 37‑45 Waltham Road

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves water‑main amendment for Setowood Lane subdivision

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.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Capital budget discussion and possible vote by 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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved water lien letter adding $60,513 to tax bills

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.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

Committee will consider voting on Human Rights Day event and its funding

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved October 21, 2025 minutes unanimously

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.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

School Committee

School Advisory Council votes on final action steps and approves improvement plan

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.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals to review six property variance and permit requests

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.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Decision on restaurant special permit for 21 Cochituate Road

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.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves special permit for restaurant use at 21 Cochituate Road

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).

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Economic Development Committee

EDC and Finance Committee to discuss expanding Wayland tax base

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.

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✓ Decided: EDC meeting adjourned with a 4‑0 vote after growth discussion

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.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board adopts Single Tax Rate and approves early voting dates

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.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the request by the Town Clerk and accept the Board of Registrar’s recommendation to offer In-Person Early Voting at the Wayland Town Building Clerk’s Office on Friday, December 5 from 8:30…
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
that the Board approve the Welcome to Wayland, MA brochure/tri-fold pamphlet subject to finals revision. T. Fay suggested an electronic version be shared. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the Consent Calendar but for Items #3 and Item #4. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
that the Residential Tax Rate would be $16.25 per thousand of assessed value if the exemption is adopted. R. Leroux reviewed the Small Commercial Exemption impact in Wayland, which was applicable to…
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to adopt a Residential Exemption. Vote:
4 nay · 1 absent
T. Fay nay · D. Levine nay · C. Martin nay · W. Whitney nay · A. Brensley absent
to adopt a Small Commercial Exemption. Vote:
4 nay · 1 absent
T. Fay nay · D. Levine nay · C. Martin nay · W. Whitney nay · A. Brensley absent
[context] Vote:
8 yea · 2 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
Mon Nov 17, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Commission reviews FY27 capital budget requests

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.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors to hold FY2026 Tax Classification Hearing

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.

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✓ Decided: Board sets next meeting for Dec 20, 2025 and adjourns

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.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee holds joint meeting with Economic Development 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.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved minutes of the November 3 meeting

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.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Board of Health

Board will vote on septic system expansion for 169 Rice Road mixed‑use project.

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved J. Matthew Davis peer review for 169 Rice Road septic project

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.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Trust Fund Commission

Trust Fund Commission to vote on payment for Thea Hopkins performance

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved September 29 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.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Historical Commission

Historical Commission to review CPA funding applications

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission votes unanimously to support historic bridge repair

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).

Fri Nov 14, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee to review FY 2026 goals and Route 20 corridor improvements

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.

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✓ Decided: Joint Finance Committee/EDC meeting scheduled for November 17

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.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Review departmental capital requests for town projects

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.

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✓ Decided: CIPC approved prior meeting minutes and set dates for next hybrid meeting

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.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee meeting set for Nov 13, 2025

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved preparing a report for the Select Board on the group home project

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.

Wed Nov 12, 2025

Cultural Council

Wayland Cultural Council to review 22 grant applications

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.

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✓ Decided: Council reserves $1,035 for special projects, unanimous vote

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.

Wed Nov 12, 2025

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to discuss clinical updates and community support

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.

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✓ Decided: YAC approves September minutes and confirms Wednesday meetings

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.

Wed Nov 12, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board holds public hearing on church site plan at 169 Rice Road

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board held church site hearing and ADU forum, no actions taken

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.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Audit Committee

Audit Committee to review draft RFP for town’s external auditor FY26‑FY29

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.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

Advisory committee agenda lists only meeting documents, no items

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.

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✓ Decided: Approved Oct 8 & Oct 22 minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to consider revisions to three non‑union leave policies

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.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves sick leave and bereavement policies, minutes, and adjourns

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.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Committee to review departmental capital requests for 2025

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.

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Wed Nov 5, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Committee plans Veterans Day ceremony and addresses equipment storage

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.

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✓ Decided: Graham Heinrich named Freedom Prize recipient for Veteran’s Day ceremony

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.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee to hear Eversource Grid Modernization presentation

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.

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Wed Nov 5, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee to hear Eversource Grid Modernization presentation

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.

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Mon Nov 3, 2025

Select Board

Wayland Select Board meeting scheduled for November 3, 2025

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

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✓ Decided: Board approved $8.2M bond issuance and $1.35M notes

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).

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
15 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to authorize the execution of the bonds and other paperwork associated with the sale of $8,215,000 bonds to Raymond James & Associates, Inc., winning bidder for the bonds on October 21, 2025, and…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to authorize Town Manager, Michael McCall to sign acknowledgement certificate relative to the sale Town Center: M. McCall reported receipt of correspondence from Town Counsel related to the sale of…
4 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea
to approve the Consent Calendar Items #1 through Item #3. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to adopt the minutes of October 20, 2025 and October 24, 2025, as amended. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Nov 3, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss MWRA water connection and Happy Hollow wells financing

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.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves Oct. minutes and sets joint meeting with Economic Development

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.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Board of Assessors

✓ Decided: Board approved FY 2027 Chapter Land Applications in executive session

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.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Board of Registrars

Board of Registrars to discuss early voting for December special election

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved early in-person voting schedule for Dec 5‑9, 2025

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.

Thu Oct 30, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Review and discuss capital improvement projects and requests

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.

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✓ Decided: CIPC unanimously approved the October 15 minutes and set next meeting dates

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.

Thu Oct 30, 2025

Wayland Housing Authority

✓ Decided: Wayland Housing Authority approves FY 2026 budget and multiple funding warrants

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.

Wed Oct 29, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hold hearings on five property development projects

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission entered executive session and postponed five wetland hearings

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.

🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to enter into executive session under G.L. c. 30A to discuss strategy with respect to the litigation known as Matter of Planning Office of Urban Affairs, Inc, St. Anne's 40B, OADR docket WET…
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · L. Aubin yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing to November 19, 2025, under the Wetland Protection Act and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated October 29, 2025 2 of 6 a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Ch 194 to December 3rd, 2025, after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Ch 194 to November 19, 2025 after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
10 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing to November 19th, 2025, after 6:30PM under the WPA and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a permit under Chapter 193 contingent upon the applicant submitting revised materials discussed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Certificate of Compliance for 25 Lee Road. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Compliance Certificate for 5 Juniper Lane, SWLD-112. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the draft proposal for Hamlen Woods. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the minutes of October 8th, 2025. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:38PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
Wed Oct 29, 2025

Planning Board

Public hearing to approve the Carroll School site plan at 37-45 Waltham Road

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves minutes, sets Carroll School hearing, authorizes council center amendment

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.

Wed Oct 29, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to conduct site walk at 169 Rice Road

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.

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Mon Oct 27, 2025

Audit Committee

Audit Committee will discuss starting an RFP for the town’s external auditor FY26‑FY29

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.

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✓ Decided: Audit Committee approves prior meeting minutes and adjourns

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.

Fri Oct 24, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Special election set for Dec 11, 2025 to vote on debt exclusion for DPW building

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.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Board schedule a Special Election to address the debt exclusion question on December 11, 2025. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve police details for Wayland Town Building (41 Cochituate Road) for the Special Election on December 11, 2025 to preserve order and to protect the election officers and supervisors from any…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Thu Oct 23, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Commission will discuss the Community One Stop for Growth Grant

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.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board conducts site walk of Carroll School campus

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.

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Wed Oct 22, 2025

Cultural Council

Wayland Cultural Council to review grant rules and eligible grantees

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.

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✓ Decided: Council postpones vote on $1,035 special projects fund

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.

Wed Oct 22, 2025

Housing Partnership

Board will vote on the 2025 Annual Report for the Wayland 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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved September minutes and adjourned the meeting

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).

Wed Oct 22, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

Wayland committee to review 212 Cochituate Road project materials

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

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✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes and agreed to schedule site visit to 212 Cochituate Road

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.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

Senior Tax Relief Committee

Committee will prioritize FY2026 senior tax relief initiatives

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved article on senior tax relief for Wayland Post

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.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

Recreation Commission

Commission will discuss recreation budget requests and CPA fund applications

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.

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✓ Decided: Recreation Commission unanimously approved September 16 meeting minutes

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.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the September 16 meeting minutes. Mr. Bergeron seconded the motion. Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
[context] Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
Tue Oct 21, 2025

Council On Aging Board

Flagpole installation project at the Wayland Community Center discussed

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved vendor presentation format for resident meetings

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).

Tue Oct 21, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss community engagement report and Human Rights Day event

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board will consider MWRA project debt service financing recommendations.

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.

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✓ Decided: Board discussed Sherman Bridge project and water debt financing, no decisions made

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.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss MWRA project debt financing and water rates

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.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Lake Cochituate water testing and invasive species management update

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes, proposed Heard Pond funding, and paid invoices

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).

Mon Oct 20, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approves $884,000 dam grant and expands advisory committee charges

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.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Chair had been provided with a gavel. There were no announcements from the Board and no public comment. A3. Appointments to Committees – Interview, discuss, and potential vote to appoint…
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney absent
[context] Roll Call Vote:
15 yea · 2 abstain
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · Heather Pineault abstain · Eden- Reneé H abstain
to approve the Expanded Charge for Advisory Committees draft dated 10/15/2025, as amended. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar for October 20, 2025, with the exception of Paragraph 4 and 6, to be held for discussion. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve Item #6 on the Consent Calendar for October 20, 2025. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the designation of a Special Municipal Employee, as defined in MGL c. 268A, s. 1 (n) for the position of part-time Procurement Specialist in the Town Manager's 4 Office, as a special…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of September 29, 2025, as amended. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of October 6, 2025, as amended. Roll Call Vote:
4 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea
that the Yondr pouches, aimed to create phone-free spaces in schools, were implemented at the Middle School. A. Brensley acknowledged an invitation to an event about the High Spirit East work-life…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Oct 20, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to discuss health equity assessment and local housing concerns

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.

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Mon Oct 20, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to review health equity assessment and vote on ADU forum

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.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health held informational meeting with no formal decisions

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.

Fri Oct 17, 2025

Finance Committee Appointing Board

Finance Committee Appointing Board agenda lists only document references

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.

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✓ Decided: Board re‑appoints Pamela Roman and appoints Rob Quimby to Finance Committee

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.

Fri Oct 17, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee to discuss Route 20 corridor and FY 2026 goals

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.

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✓ Decided: EDC approved August 28 minutes and adjourned the meeting unanimously

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.

Wed Oct 15, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Committee will discuss capital and debt policies and review the FY26‑FY30 capital plan

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.

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✓ Decided: CIPC approves 9/30 minutes and schedules October 30 and November 5 meetings

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.

Wed Oct 15, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library Trustees to review FY2027 budget and capital improvement plan

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.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Board to consider FY2027 library operating budget and capital plan

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.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board holds public hearings for site plan approvals on Rice Road and Waltham Road

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board votes to continue Coptic Church site hearing

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.

Wed Oct 15, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board holds site plan hearings for church and school projects

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.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to consider restaurant use at 21 Cochituate Road

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.

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✓ Decided: Board votes to continue two pending zoning cases to Nov. 18

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.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to consider home reconstruction at 7 East Road

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.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Board will vote to co‑sponsor the WHP/Planning Board ADU forum

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.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Board to review Carroll School application and church correspondence

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.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved two prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Fri Oct 10, 2025

Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee

Committee discusses future uses and consultant recommendations for Route 20 South Landfill

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee adjourned unanimously; no substantive decisions made

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.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss Sherman’s Bridge

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.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Discussion of Sherman’s Bridge with Capital Strategic Solutions

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.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

Conservation Commission

Commission will hold public hearings on several wetland permit applications.

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission issues negative wetland determination and permit for 13 Charena Road project

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.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Ch 194 to October 29th, 2025, after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Ch 194 to October 29, 2025 after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
10 yea
S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a negative determination under the Wetland Protection Act and a permit under Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call votes
24 yea
L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Certificate of Compliance for 19 Snake Brook Rd. S. Fair initiated a roll call votes
6 yea
L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the minutes of September 24th, 2025. S. Fair initiated a roll call votes
6 yea
L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:57PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
Shannon Fischer yea · Luke Legere yea · Barbara Howell yea · Jenny Brown yea · Lisa Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
Wed Oct 8, 2025

Personnel Board

Board will discuss amendment to Sick Leave policy for non‑union employees

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.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves minutes, sets Nov 5 meeting, and enters exec session

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.

Wed Oct 8, 2025

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to discuss mental health and substance abuse initiatives

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.

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✓ Decided: Council postponed approval of September minutes until Nov. 12

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.

Wed Oct 8, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Veterans Day ceremony planning and logistics discussed by 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.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

CPC will vote to approve a $4,350 payment for Community Preservation Coalition dues

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.

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✓ Decided: Public hearing closed unanimously by the Community Preservation Committee

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.

Wed Oct 8, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

No agenda items listed; meeting materials only

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved September meeting minutes unanimously

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.

Wed Oct 8, 2025

Historical Commission

Commission will discuss town building display and 250th anniversary plans

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.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Historical Commission

✓ Decided: Historical Commission approved 75‑year age rule for house plaques

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.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board approved up to $1.656M PFAS design task order and $38,011.42 fire grant

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.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Vote:
8 yea · 2 absent
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · and W. Whitney absent · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · and W. Whitney absent
to approve the Consent Calendar for October 6, 2025 . Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · and W. Whitney absent
to approve the minutes of September 15 , 2025 and September 24, 2025, as amended. Vote:
3 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · and W. Whitney absent
Mon Oct 6, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee will review FY2027 budget and possible Proposition 2½ override

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.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends reclassifying $703,500 DPW debt to excluded debt

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.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY2027 budget strategies and DPW facility debt

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.

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Mon Oct 6, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors to review motor vehicle excise commitments and tax disclosures

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.

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✓ Decided: Board of Assessors unanimously accepted FY 2026 motor vehicle excise totals

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.

Wed Oct 1, 2025

Personnel Board

Board will discuss amendment to Sick Leave Policy for non-union employees

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.

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Wed Oct 1, 2025

Historic District Commission

Commission reviews exterior painting and signage requests

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved paint color changes for the Draper House

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.

Wed Oct 1, 2025

Historic District Commission

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

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.

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✓ Decided: Historic District Commission approves paint color changes for Draper House

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.

Tue Sep 30, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Committee will review and vote on FY26‑FY30 capital plan and policies

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.

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✓ Decided: CIPC approved the September 9 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Sep 30, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Surface Water Quality Committee to discuss invasive species and pond management

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes, Dudley Pond invoice, and adjourned

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.

Mon Sep 29, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board directs Town Manager to proceed with $16‑$8 M bond strategy

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.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Vote:
4 nay · 1 absent
T. Fay nay · D. Levine nay · C. Martin nay · W. Whitney nay · A. Brensley absent
that the Town Manager track substantive changes recommended by state agencies for the Board’s annual review of the policy. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the Consent Calendar. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the minutes of September 2, 2025, as amended. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to adopt the options set forth in Items #1 through Item #5 on page 15 of the September 2, 2025 Select Board packet relative to BANs. In discussion, he explained the intent of the motion. T. Fay…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Roll Call Vote:
8 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee would meet on October 10. C. Martin reviewed upcoming meeting schedule and agenda items. A16. Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Sep 29, 2025

Trust Fund Commission

Trust Fund Commission reviews library fund requests and annual report

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved $4,000 salary grant and multiple library fund disbursements

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).

Wed Sep 24, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Wayland committee to vote on EV policy and decarbonization roadmap

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved Decarburization Roadmap with a 3‑0 vote

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.

Wed Sep 24, 2025

Cultural Council

Wayland Cultural Council to discuss grant cycle and utility box project

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.

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Wed Sep 24, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission reviews several wetland permit applications

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves 13 Charena Rd subdivision and 149 Woodridge Rd project

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.

🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to October 29th, 20225 after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
Shannon Fischer yea · Luke Legere yea · Barbara Howell yea · Jenny Brown yea · Lisa Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to October 8th, 20225 after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
Shannon Fischer yea · Luke Legere yea · Barbara Howell yea · Jenny Brown yea · Lisa Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under WPA and Ch. 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
Shannon Fischer yea · Luke Legere yea · Barbara Howell yea · Jenny Brown yea · Lisa Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under WPA and Ch 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
Shannon Fischer yea · Luke Legere yea · Barbara Howell yea · Jenny Brown yea · Lisa Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to authorize L. Hansen to proceed with working with KP Law to have title research done on this issue and allow her to share the information with the Commission and applicant when it becomes…
6 yea
Shannon Fischer yea · Luke Legere yea · Barbara Howell yea · Jenny Brown yea · Lisa Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a complete Certificate of Compliance under Chapter 194 contingent upon LH performing a satisfactory site inspection. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
Shannon Fischer yea · Luke Legere yea · Barbara Howell yea · Jenny Brown yea · Lisa Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the minutes from September 10, 2025. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
Shannon Fischer yea · Luke Legere yea · Barbara Howell yea · Jenny Brown yea · Lisa Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:57PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
Shannon Fischer yea · Luke Legere yea · Barbara Howell yea · Jenny Brown yea · Lisa Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
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Wed Sep 24, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approved amendment to non-union employees sick-leave policy

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.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the amend ment to the Town of Wayland Non-Union Employees Sick Leave Policy , subject to the suggested revision in consultation with Town Counsel. In discussion, D. Levine acknowledged an…
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
that the Finance Committee make recommendation and give a presentation to the Board, pursuant to Board policy, regarding the request to reclassify the levy debt to excluded debt for the Department of…
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
[context] Roll Call Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
Wed Sep 24, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Committee may vote on Electric Vehicle First Policy

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.

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Wed Sep 24, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Committee may vote on adopting an Electric Vehicle First Policy.

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.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Finance Committee Appointing Board

Finance Committee Appointing Board will consider new member appointments

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.

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✓ Decided: Cherry Karlson re-elected Chair of the Finance Committee Appointing Board

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.

Wed Sep 17, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss collective bargaining and review minutes

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.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Personnel Board

Board will discuss collective bargaining strategy for IAFF grievance in executive session

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.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Board may approve $15,000 trust fund use for a part‑time Outreach Services Coordinator

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.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Housing Partnership

Board will vote to approve the 2025 annual report

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.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved August 13 minutes and adjourned 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.

Wed Sep 17, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

Community Preservation Committee to vote on membership dues and 2026 application process

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.

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✓ Decided: Approved $4,350 allocation for Community Preservation Coalition dues

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.

Wed Sep 17, 2025

Planning Board

Wayland Planning Board to discuss zoning bylaw amendments and solar energy systems

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board discussed signage, site plan, and solar bylaws but made no decisions

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.

Tue Sep 16, 2025

Recreation Commission

Commission discusses FY 2026-2030 goals and budget requests

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved the FY 2025 recreation annual report

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.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the August 19 meeting minutes, as amended. Mr. Norton seconded the motion. Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
to approve the annual report, as amended. Mr. Bergeron seconded the motion. Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
[context] Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
Tue Sep 16, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Affordable Housing Trust to review bills and 2025 annual report

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.

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✓ Decided: Trust approves $12,780 payment to 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.

Tue Sep 16, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss Wayland Festival funding and annual town report

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved $9,500 payment to Arts Wayland for Wayland Festival

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.

Tue Sep 16, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss annual report, rights flyer, and Wayland Festival updates

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee authorized up to $9,500 payment to Arts Wayland for the 2025 Festival

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.

Tue Sep 16, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board reviews long‑term water supply project and budget funding motions

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.

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✓ Decided: Board postponed vote on water financing motions, discussed multiple projects

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.

Mon Sep 15, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Public hearing on 14 West Plain St. property by 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.

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Mon Sep 15, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to review Wayland High School septic design plans

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.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approved minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Mon Sep 15, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approved Broomstones' request to extend alcohol sales to 1 a.m.

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.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with…
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
[context] Vote:
9 yea · 6 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
to amend the list presented on the agenda to include V. Ilchenko rather than Brad Young. Vote:
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
that the terms of the existing appointees were being extended from November 1, 2025 to February 27, 2026. Vote:
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
to authorize the submission of the 2025 Select Board Annual Report, as amended. Vote:
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
to approve the minutes of August 4, 2025, as amended. Vote:
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
to approve the minutes of August 18, 2025, as amended. Vote:
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
to approve the Consent Calendar. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
that the parties also discussed establishing a working group to advise on the Route 20 zoning recommendations. C. Martin reviewed upcoming meeting schedule and agenda items. A18. Topics not…
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
Fri Sep 12, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee to discuss Route 20 corridor and tax base growth

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.

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✓ Decided: EDC approves FY2025 Annual Report unanimously

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.

Wed Sep 10, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to review church demolition and new subdivision plans

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission voted to continue all pending wetland hearings to later dates

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.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue to September 24, 2025, after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · L. Aubin yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Chapter 194 to October 8th, 2025, after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Aubin yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Ch 194 to October 8th, 2025, after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Aubin yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Ch 194 to September 24th, 2025, after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Aubin yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fair yea
motion to appoint S. Fair as chair and S. Fischer as Vice Chair and to informally adopt the rotational leadership structure proposed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Aubin yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fair yea
motion to accept minutes with B. Howell’s edits. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Aubin yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:36 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Aubin yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fair yea
Wed Sep 10, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Committee will plan logistics for the Veterans Day ceremony

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.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Committee plans Veterans Day ceremony and reviews annual report

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.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee will vote on FY25 Annual Report and discuss programs

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.

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✓ Decided: YAC approved May 13 meeting minutes with no edits

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.

Wed Sep 10, 2025

Historical Commission

Commission will vote on the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved a letter of support for restoring Collins Market

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.

Wed Sep 10, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss solar, ADUs, and outdoor seating regulations

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Board will attend Zoning Board hearing on 21 Cochituate Rd business zoning

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.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Capital Improvement Planning Committee

Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee elected Kelly Lappin as Chair and Bradford Carver as Vice Chair

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.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to review 40B amendment and special permits

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved a footprint amendment for 10 Chestnut Road, reducing setback

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.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Restaurant use special permit sought for 21 Cochituate Road property

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.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Council On Aging Board

Council on Aging board will review Community Center updates and FY2025 report

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.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Board to discuss Coptic Orthodox Church and guidelines

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.

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✓ Decided: Board voted 3-0 to postpone the 169 Rice Rd. church hearing to a future date

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.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design review of St. Philopater Mercurius & St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church project

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.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

WWMDC to approve minutes and review financial reports

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.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025

Finance Committee

Wayland Finance Committee to review annual report and water project financing

The Wayland Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on the annual report, peer community benchmarking for a wage study, financing alternatives for a water system connection and well upgrades, and the fiscal 2027 budget including a possible Proposition 2½ override.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved its annual report and adopted prior meeting minutes

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).

Mon Sep 8, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors to finalize FY 2027 proposed budget

The Board of Assessors will review and vote on the CY 2025 Annual Report and the FY 2025 Community Preservation Act submission. The board will also finalize the proposed FY 2027 Assessor’s Budget. An executive session is scheduled to discuss specific property abatements and case dockets.

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✓ Decided: Board accepted multiple ATB abatements, rescinding $5,908.63 deferral

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.

Thu Sep 4, 2025

Wayland Housing Authority

✓ Decided: Board approved $153,604.27 Revolving Fund Bill Warrant for June 2025

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.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss changes to Chapter 43 Personnel Bylaw

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss and potentially vote on changes to the Chapter 43 Personnel Bylaw and the board's Annual Report. The meeting includes an update on the Classification and Compensation Study from the Human Resources Director.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approved bylaw revision for minute‑taking assistance

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.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

Wayland advisory committee meets to review 212 Cochituate Road documents

The Wayland 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee will convene to review and discuss materials related to the property at 212 Cochituate Road. This meeting appears to focus on reviewing documents rather than making decisions.

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✓ Decided: Committee tasked Bill Whitney to revise Request for Information on disability housing

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.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

DRAB to review church application and draft annual report

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.

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✓ Decided: Design Review Board approved annual report and meeting notes, then adjourned

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.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board entered executive session and approved Aug 4 minutes (5‑0 vote)

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Board consider a debt exclusion to fund the project within the tax levy and therefore implied the BoPW was not willing to adjust the water rates to cover the debt service and thus was…
3 nay · 2 yea
T. Fay yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley nay · C. Martin nay · D. Levine nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Sep 2, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss water project financing and annual report

The Wayland Finance Committee will meet to review its annual report draft for fiscal 2025 and 2026, including recommendations from the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The committee will also recess to attend a joint meeting with the Select Board and Board of Public Works to discuss financing alternatives for the proposed MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells upgrade, including potential debt service funding shifts.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee adjourned meeting after 5-0-0 vote

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.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss MWRA water system connection financing

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.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Wayland affordable housing board meets Sept 2 to review Habitat project and vote on bills

The Wayland Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will hold a remote meeting on September 2, 2025, to review and approve past meeting minutes, receive updates on affordable housing projects, and vote on bills related to Habitat for Humanity’s 12 Hammond Road development and legal fees for condo documents. The board will also consider purchasing a property at 14 West Plain.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $12,870 reimbursement to Wayland Housing Authority

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.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve payment of the following bills. S. Weinstein moved, seconded by J. Espiritusanto-Vega, to pay Connorstone Engineering, Inc. a total of $855 from Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds for…
6 yea
Antes yea · Espiritusanto-Vega yea · Staiti yea · bills from Allcock yea · Marcus yea · totaling $ yea
Tue Sep 2, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss Long Term Water Supply finances

The Board of Public Works will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board and Finance Committee. The body will discuss the finances associated with the Long Term Water Supply.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY2026 budget and MWRA water system financing

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.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee unanimously approves July 21 minutes

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.

Thu Aug 28, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews fiscal 2026-27 budget and water system financing

The Wayland Finance Committee will discuss the fiscal 2026-27 budget, including a potential Proposition 2½ override and debt reclassification for the DPW facility at 66 River Road. They will also review the annual report requirements, peer community benchmarking, and financing alternatives for the MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells upgrade.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews FY2027 budget and water system financing

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.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

Economic Development Committee

EDC to review advisory memo for splash pad or playground

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 regarding Town Center information.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

Economic Development Committee

EDC to review advisory memo on splash pad or playground locations

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.

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✓ Decided: EDC approves advisory memo on playground/splash‑pad for Select Board

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.

Wed Aug 27, 2025

Personnel Board

Wayland Personnel Board to vote on proposed bylaw changes and annual report

The Wayland Personnel Board will meet to discuss and possibly vote on proposed changes to Chapter 43 Personnel Bylaw and to approve the Personnel Board Annual Report. The board will also hear updates on a classification and compensation study and consider setting a regular meeting schedule.

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Wed Aug 27, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss changes to Chapter 43 Personnel Bylaw

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss and potentially vote on changes to the Chapter 43 Personnel Bylaw and the board's Annual Report. The meeting includes an update on the Classification and Compensation Study from the Human Resources Director.

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Wed Aug 27, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Surface Water Quality Committee to review pond treatments and mission change

The Surface Water Quality Committee will meet remotely to discuss herbicide treatment and water chestnut removal at Heard Pond, approve invoices for Dudley Pond surveys, and review a state lake-management guide. Members will also consider changing the committee’s mission from advisory to water-body managing and finalize an annual report due September 30.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves pond projects and related budget items

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.

Wed Aug 27, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board meets Aug 27 to discuss accessory dwelling units and wastewater capacity

The Wayland Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on August 27, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall and virtually. The board will discuss accessory dwelling units, wastewater capacity, and updates from the Select Board and Town Planner. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board discussed ADU bylaws and wastewater issues, no decisions

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.

Tue Aug 26, 2025

Senior Tax Relief Committee

Wayland Senior Tax Relief Committee reviews tax benefit outreach and annual report

The Senior Tax Relief Committee will meet to approve minutes from its June 2025 meeting, finalize a draft article about state and local tax benefits for seniors, and review the FY2025 annual report. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions expected.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes and the 2025 annual report

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.

Wed Aug 20, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hold public hearings on five property projects

The Conservation Commission will review several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination regarding work in wetlands and riverfront areas. The body is considering projects ranging from retail conversions and residential subdivisions to septic system replacements.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved 297 & 311 Boston Post Road retail project with conditions

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.

🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to close the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to issue an Order of Conditions approving the project under Chapter 194 and the Wetlands Protection Act subject to conditions as discussed and L. Hansen’s approval of a final planting plan. L…
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Ch. 194 to September 10, 2025 after 6:30PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Ch. 194. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to close the hearing under the WPA and Chapter 194. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to approve the waiver request and allow for a 40 scale plan. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to approve the waiver request and allow for two foot contour intervals on the site plans. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to continue the hearing under the WPA and Chapter 194 to September 10, 2025, after 6:30PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to continue this meeting to September 10, 2025, after 6:30PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to issue a negative determination under the Wetlands Protection Act and a permit under Chapter 194. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to issue a certificate of compliance for DEP File number 322-954 contingent upon L. Hansen’s site visit. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
that the Commission could partially allow for the removal of two Norway maples while leaving the sugar maple and red oak. B. Nelson stated that if the Commission were to leave the two native trees…
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to ratify the enforcement order issued for 68 Lakeshore Drive. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to accept the donations of $1,312.48 from 30 Standish Road (DEP file no. 322-753) and $543.40 from 221 Boston Post Road (D- 845). L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to approve the meeting minutes from July 30, 2025. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:36 PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
S. Fischer yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea
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Wed Aug 20, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Wayland Library Trustees to review FY26 plan, building upgrades, and Collins Market support

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss and vote on several key items including the FY26 Strategic Plan, building maintenance projects, and a letter of support for the proposed Collins Market redevelopment. They will also review monthly reports, the annual Minuteman Library System contract, and updates on the Millennium Fund Special Act. Public comment is welcome at the start of the meeting.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025

Historical Commission

Wayland Historical Commission meets to review plaques, cemetery activity, and 250th anniversary plans

The Wayland Historical Commission will hold an in-person and remote meeting on August 20, 2025, to discuss public education presentations, conservation projects, and ongoing historical preservation efforts. The agenda includes updates on house plaques, cemetery activity, archaeology projects, and planning for the town’s 250th anniversary.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved interior storm windows for 130 Commonwealth Road

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).

Tue Aug 19, 2025

Recreation Commission

Wayland Recreation Commission meets to discuss dog park proposal and FY2026 goals

The Wayland Recreation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to review and potentially vote on department goals for fiscal years 2026–2030, discuss a dog park proposal presented by residents, and consider approval of the draft FY2025 annual report. The meeting also includes routine items such as reviewing minutes, public comment, and the Recreation Director’s report.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved July 8 minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the July 8 meeting minutes. Mr. Norton seconded the motion. Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
[context] Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
Tue Aug 19, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss community programs and committee appointments

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.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved co‑sponsorship of a community conversation with the DA and police

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.

Tue Aug 19, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss hate crime program and community conversation series

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will consider cosponsoring two programs involving District Attorney Marian Ryan and a follow-up series to a Frederick Douglass program. The committee will also discuss the Wayland Festival and the Annual Town Report.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board to discuss financing for MWRA connection construction costs

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approved June minutes and scheduled upcoming meetings

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.

Mon Aug 18, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board approved $18,400 IMA amendment for Regional Housing Services

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.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
15 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to authorize Town Manager McCall to sign Inter-Municipal Agreement (IMA) Amendment to share services of a Regional Housing Services Office for the total of $18,400 for FY 2026, representing…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of July 15, 2025 and July 29, 2025, as amended. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of July 29, 2025, as amended. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Thu Aug 14, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee to discuss Route 20 corridor and town center activation

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.

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✓ Decided: EDC approved Route 20 Master Plan content for submission to Select Board

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.

Wed Aug 13, 2025

Cultural Council

Wayland Cultural Council meets August 13 to approve minutes and discuss grants

The Wayland Cultural Council will hold a remote meeting on August 13, 2025 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes approving July 9 meeting minutes, receiving updates on the Utility Box Project and Bulletin Board project, and discussing the next grant cycle publicity and signage. The meeting also covers youth updates and new business items such as adding new youth members.

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✓ Decided: Council approved corrections to July 9 minutes and tasked chair to send updated draft

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.

Wed Aug 13, 2025

Housing Partnership

Wayland Housing Partnership meets Aug 13 to approve minutes and review housing updates

The Wayland Housing Partnership will convene remotely on August 13, 2025, at 7:00 pm to approve the July 8, 2025 minutes, receive updates on housing projects including ADUs, Cochituate Committee work, and Cascade/School Street developments, and set a fall ADU forum date.

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✓ Decided: Board approved minutes and adjourned the meeting unanimously

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.

Wed Aug 13, 2025

Electronic Voting Implementation Subcommittee

Subcommittee reviews electronic voting and remote participation legislation

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.

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✓ Decided: ELVIS committee approved its FY25 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.

Wed Aug 13, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss zoning for solar energy and Route 20 corridor

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.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved July 23 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to hear requests for home additions and business signage

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding residential additions and a business sign request. The board will also consider an amendment to an affordable housing permit and review a new fee schedule from the Building Commissioner.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded at the Wayland Zoning Board meeting

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.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to review sign permits and residential additions

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for three applications seeking variances or special permits. The board will consider a request for bank signage and two requests for residential construction additions.

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Mon Aug 11, 2025

Board of Assessors

Wayland Board of Assessors meets remotely Aug 11 to review motor vehicle abatements and ATB cases

The Board of Assessors will hold a remote-only meeting to review minutes, sign documents, and receive the annual report. The board will also vote on motor vehicle abatements for July 2025 and several FY 2025 Appellate Tax Board (ATB) cases.

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✓ Decided: Board accepted July 2025 motor vehicle abatements and FY 2025 ATB cases

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.

Mon Aug 11, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to review sushi rice acidification variance for China Rose

The Board of Health will discuss local septic regulations regarding accessory dwelling units. The board will also consider a variance request for China Rose to acidify rice for sushi preparation.

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✓ Decided: Board approves variance for China Rose sushi preparation

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.

Wed Aug 6, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 6, 2025

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

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✓ Decided: Committee approved July 16 minutes and agreed to draft an RFI

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).

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approved a $1.65 M joint repair agreement for Sherman’s Bridge

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.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (6) to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate with…
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve and authorize Town Manager Michael McCall to sign Inter-Municipal Agreement (IMA) for joint repairs with the Town of Sudbury for Sherman’s Bridge as set forth in the packet. Roll Call Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the one Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
[context] Roll Call Vote:
8 yea · 2 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the minutes of July 14, 2025, as amended. Roll Call Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the application by TWZ Group d/b/a Takara Japanese Restaurant for a Change of Location from 15 Elissa Ave to 21 Andrew Ave, Wayland, MA 01778 for Annual All Alcoholic Liquor License…
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the application filed by TWZ Group d/b/a Takara Japanese Restaurant to allow food and alcohol service for the proposed outdoor and seating area to be located at 21 Andrew Ave, Wayland, MA…
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
Mon Aug 4, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors to review motor vehicle abatements and ATB cases

The Board of Assessors will meet via remote access to review office activities and motor vehicle excise records. The board will enter an executive session to vote on July 2025 motor vehicle abatements and several Appellate Tax Board (ATB) cases.

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✓ Decided: Board of Assessors unanimously accepted FY 2026 motor vehicle excise tax of $20

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.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Historic District Commission

Commission to review fence painting at 18 Winthrop Rd

The Wayland Historic District Commission will meet to review a Certificate of Appropriateness for a residential project. The body will also review and approve meeting minutes from June 9, 2025.

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Mon Aug 4, 2025

Historic District Commission

Commission to review fence painting at 18 Winthrop Rd

The Wayland Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing to review a Certificate of Appropriateness. The commission is considering a homeowner's plan to paint or stain a fence.

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Wed Jul 30, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee to review sustainability and energy projects

The committee will discuss recruiting new members and receive updates on town energy efficiency projects and grant applications. Staff will report on the status of various facility upgrades and sustainability outreach efforts.

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Wed Jul 30, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee to review sustainability and energy projects

The committee will discuss recruiting new members and receive updates on town sustainability efforts. Staff will report on energy efficiency projects, grant applications, and EV charging.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved the meeting minutes unanimously

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.

Wed Jul 30, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to review subdivision and retail projects

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several projects involving wetlands and water resource protection. The body will also consider a request for determination for a new home construction and vote on leadership positions.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously postpones three hearings and approves Boston Post Rd permit

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.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to August 20, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
15 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under the WPA and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a permit under the WPA and Chapter 194 contingent upon confirmation that the abutters were notified with receipts returned and submission of corrections previously discussed in the…
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the project to August 20, 2025. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the June 18, 2025 minutes. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:50 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea
Tue Jul 29, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board approved Town Manager signature for LIP property sale and confirmed key appointments

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.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote :
3 yea · 1 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
[context] Roll Call Vote :
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
that the establishment of the Capital Improvement Planning Committee was approved by the Attorney General ’s Office . Roll Call Vote :
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
that the FEMA letter regarding map changes was communicated to the appropriate departments. A 9 . Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance, if any: There were none. A 10…
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
Wed Jul 23, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss Route 20 Corridor redevelopment zoning

The Planning Board will continue discussions regarding Planned Redevelopment Zoning for the Route 20 Corridor. The board will also review draft regulations for restaurant outside seating in business districts.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves minutes and outlines Route 20 corridor zoning plan

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.

Mon Jul 21, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss water system financing and CIP appointment

The Finance Committee will consider recommending Kelly Lappin for the Capital Improvement Planning Committee. Members will also discuss financing for the MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells upgrade.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends Kelly Lappin for Capital Improvement Planning 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.

Wed Jul 16, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library Trustees to discuss building repairs and potential October 24 closure

The Board of Library Trustees will review building maintenance projects and the FY26 Strategic Plan. The board may vote on closing the library for staff training on October 24, 2025, and discuss the Library Director's job description.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Committee to discuss weed management for Heard Pond and Dudley Pond

The Surface Water Quality Committee will review herbicide and harvesting status for Heard Pond and a flora survey for Dudley Pond. The body will also discuss documenting mechanical harvesting processes and a stakeholder group for a Wastewater Needs Study.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Surface Water Quality Committee to discuss pond maintenance and committee role

The committee will review herbicide and harvesting status for Heard Pond and flora surveys for Dudley Pond. Members will also discuss the committee's role as a managing body rather than an advisory one.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025

212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss development options for 212 Cochituate Road

The 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee will discuss the site following the passage of 2025 ATM Warrant Article 30. The body will consider whether to devote the site entirely to group residences or a combination of a group residence and a private home.

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✓ Decided: Tom Fay elected chair of the 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.

Wed Jul 16, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Advisory Board to review applications for Boston Post Rd and Commonwealth Rd

The Design Review Advisory Board will meet to review design and signage applications for two local businesses. The board will also review meeting notes from July 1, 2025.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded at the Design Review Advisory Board meeting

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.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board adjourned the meeting unanimously at 6:25 p.m.

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.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Tue Jul 15, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to elect officers and discuss community programs

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to elect a Chair, Vice Chair, Clerk, and Treasurer. The committee will also discuss several community programs and a statement for Disability Pride Month.

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✓ Decided: Karen Blumenfeld elected Chair; Heather Pineault elected Vice Chair

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.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss MWRA connection design and finances

The Board of Public Works will review design updates and financial details regarding the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) connection. The meeting includes discussions on Town Meeting logistics and a project update for Sherman’s Bridge Road.

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to elect committee officers and discuss community programs

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to elect a Chair, Vice Chair, Clerk, and Treasurer. The body will also discuss upcoming community programs and a statement for Disability Pride Month.

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Mon Jul 14, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board approved URBN Wayland Village liquor license, the town’s last available license

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.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (6) to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate with…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
motion to that effect, A. Brensely seconded the amendment. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
motion to that effect, A. Brensely seconded the amendment. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin, and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0. D…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Roll Call Vote:
10 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the application filed by URBN Wayland Village, LLC. d/b/a Terrain for a new on-premises retail Annual All Alcoholic Beverages license located at 297 and 311 Boston Post Road, Wayland…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to authorize Town Manager, Michael McCall to execute and submit the Certifying Authority to File, as set forth on pages 18 and 19 of the supplemental packet, in order to comply with applicable legal…
4 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea
to approve the one Consent Calendar item as presented in the packet. Roll Call Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the minutes of June 30, 2025 as amended. Roll Call Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
that the event was well attended. T. Fay emphasized the need for residents who treat staff poorly to be held accountable. C. Martin announced upcoming meeting dates and times. A20. Topics not…
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
Mon Jul 14, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to hear request for cesspool upgrade extension at Main and Damon Streets

The Board of Health will hold a hearing regarding failed cesspools at 79 Main Street and 6/8 Damon Street. The board will also consider a food safety variance for China Rose and discuss septic regulations for accessory dwelling units.

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✓ Decided: Board grants 6‑month septic compliance extension for 76 Main & 6/8 Damon

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.

Mon Jul 14, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors to review motor vehicle excise and real estate abatements

The Board of Assessors will review the FY 2026 motor vehicle and trailer excise fourth commitment and discuss mailing cost savings for personal property valuations. The board will also enter executive session to vote on motor vehicle abatements and specific real estate matters.

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✓ Decided: Board accepted minutes and tax commitments, kept personal property process unchanged

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.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee discusses Route 20 corridor and Town Center activation

The committee is reviewing opportunities for the 14 West Plain property and discussing strategies to improve the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor. Members will address business expansions, potential new amenities like a splash pad, and the status of state bond funding.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved posting Bagel Table/Takara update to Wayland Post

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.

Wed Jul 9, 2025

Cultural Council

Wayland Cultural Council to review Utility Box Project and a late grant request

The Wayland Cultural Council will discuss the status of submissions for the Utility Box Project. The body will also consider approving a 2024 late grant for a vinyl wrap requested by the Historical Commission.

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✓ Decided: Council approved the 2024 late grant for the railroad crossing signal cabinet

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.

Wed Jul 9, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hold hearing on stormwater and land disturbance regulations

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).

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✓ Decided: Commission approved conditions and permit for 40 Loker Street project

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to issue a negative determination under the Wetlands Protection Act and a permit under Chapter 194 with conditions as discussed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
3 yea · 1 nay
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jul 9, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to consider stormwater regulations and wetland projects

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on the adoption of stormwater and land disturbance regulations. The board will also review several notices of intent and requests for determination regarding residential development and land alterations near wetlands.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved permit with conditions for 40 Loker Street project

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to issue a negative determination under the Wetlands Protection Act and a permit under Chapter 194 with conditions as discussed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
3 yea · 1 nay
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jul 9, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss Route 20 Corridor redevelopment zoning

The Planning Board will consider planned redevelopment zoning for the Route 20 Corridor. The board will also review regulations for restaurant outside seating in business districts and sign plans for a subdivision amendment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board endorsed 13 Charena Road plans and approved minutes

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.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Recreation Commission

Recreation Commission to discuss FY 2026 goals and facility use policies

The Recreation Commission will hold its annual organizational meeting to designate a Chair and Clerk. The body will discuss budget requests for FY 2026–2030 and review policies for field and facility use.

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✓ Decided: Wayland Recreation Commission appoints new chair, clerk, and liaison; approves minutes

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.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve all the meeting minutes. Mr. Norton seconded the motion. Vote:
4 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · J. Bergeron yea
to approve all the meeting minutes. Mr. Norton seconded the motion. Vote: YEA: A. Foster, M. Norton, L. Stewart, and J. Bergeron. NAY: none. ABSTAIN: M. Grant. Adopted: 4-0-1. 4. New Commission Chair…
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
to approve all the meeting minutes. Mr. Norton seconded the motion. Vote: YEA: A. Foster, M. Norton, L. Stewart, and J. Bergeron. NAY: none. ABSTAIN: M. Grant. Adopted: 4-0-1. 4. New Commission Chair…
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
that the report is due by the 30 of September and that she would prepare a draft for the August meeting. 7. Community Preservation Commission: At 10:54 a.m. Ms. Stewart discussed her involvement with…
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
motion to adjourn. Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Grant yea · J. Bergeron yea
Tue Jul 8, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to review special permits for Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s on Boston Post Road

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider four new applications. The board will review requests for variances and special permits regarding residential additions and commercial use.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear special permit requests for Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several residential variance and special permit requests. The board will also consider special permits for restaurant use and signage at 289 Boston Post Road.

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✓ Decided: Board approves two special permits for residential projects

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).

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Housing Partnership

Wayland Housing Partnership to discuss ADUs and local developments

The Wayland Housing Partnership will review updates on promoting Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and provide status reports on specific housing projects. The committee will also address its own membership and reorganization.

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✓ Decided: Jackie re-appointed as WHP rep on Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

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.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Board to review documents for affordable housing units at 12 Hammond Road

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust will discuss updates on several housing projects. The board is reviewing site plans, homeowner association documents, and purchase and sale documents for a 3-bedroom unit at 12 Hammond Road.

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✓ Decided: Board authorized execution of purchase and sale documents for 11 & 12 Hammond Road

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.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Wayland Design Review Advisory Board meeting agenda is unreadable

The provided agenda text consists of numeric codes and symbols rather than legible language. It is not possible to determine the specific items being decided or discussed.

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✓ Decided: Board votes to continue hearing on 297/311 Boston Post Rd. application

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.

Mon Jun 30, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board approved National Grid gas regulator location at Cochituate and Concord Roads

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).

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (6) to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate with…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the initiative was supported by the Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (HRDEI) Committee which now requested the support of the Board. T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to support…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve Fiscal Year 2025 Year End Transfers. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Roll Call Vote:
15 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of June 12, 2025 and June 16, 2025 as amended. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar for June 30, 2025. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Jun 30, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells

The Finance Committee is meeting to review financing alternatives for a proposed MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells upgrade. The body will also receive an update on the FY27 Budget Working Group and vote on FY25 year-end transfers.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved FY25 year‑end transfers of $255,590

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.

Mon Jun 30, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss Long Term Water Supply finances

The Board of Public Works will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board and Finance Committee. The body will discuss the finances associated with the Long Term Water Supply.

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Wed Jun 25, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Board to review documents for affordable housing units at Hammond Road

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust will discuss updates regarding affordable housing developments. The board is reviewing site plans and legal documents for units at Hammond Road and discussing other development proposals.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025

Senior Tax Relief Committee

Committee to discuss discounted tax proposal for qualifying seniors

The Senior Tax Relief Committee will discuss a proposal for moderately discounted taxes for qualifying seniors. The body will also discuss how to inform residents about state tax benefits.

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✓ Decided: Senior Tax Relief Committee discussed options but took no action

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.

Mon Jun 23, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss MWRA water system connection financing

The Finance Committee is preparing for a joint meeting regarding financing alternatives for the MWRA water system connection and Happy Hollow wells upgrade. The body will also review updates on high school wastewater improvements and the FY27 Budget Working Group.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee appoints William Huss as new member

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).

Wed Jun 18, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library Trustees to discuss Millennium Fund and building maintenance

The Board of Library Trustees will review the progress of a Home Rule Petition for the Millennium Fund and discuss various facility repairs. The board will also consider funding for ESOL invoices and review the Library Director's job description as part of a town-wide compensation study.

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Wed Jun 18, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library Trustees to discuss building repairs and Millennium Fund petition

The Board of Library Trustees will review building maintenance projects and the status of a Home Rule Petition for the Millennium Fund. The board is also considering payments for ESOL instruction and reviewing the Library Director's job description for a town compensation study.

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Wed Jun 18, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Committee to review pond herbicide management and wastewater study plans

The Surface Water Quality Committee will discuss herbicide and water chestnut management for Heard Pond and the wastewater needs study for Dudley Pond. The body will also review budget projections for herbicide needs at both locations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved May 21 minutes and adjourned the meeting (3‑0 votes)

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.

Wed Jun 18, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to consider update to wetlands and water regulations

The Wayland Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss amending regulations under the Wetlands and Water Resources Protection Bylaw (Chapter 194). The proposed changes aim to align local regulations with FEMA’s model floodplain bylaw requirements.

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Wed Jun 18, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to consider updating floodplain regulations

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on an amendment to the Wetlands and Water Resources Protection Bylaw to comply with FEMA floodplain requirements. The board will also review several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination regarding residential and commercial development in wetland buffer zones.

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✓ Decided: Commission adopted amended Chapter 194 floodplain regulations (6‑0)

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.

🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adopt the amended rules and regulations under Chapter 194, as drafted by L. Hansen. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to July 9, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to July 9, 2025 after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
19 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under Chapter 194 and the Wetlands Protection Act. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a negative determination under the Wetlands Protection Act and a permit under Chapter 194. S. June 18, 2025 8 Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a negative determination under the WPA and a permit under Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
14 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a permit under Chapter 193. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Certificate of Compliance for 65 Riverview Circle with conditions as discussed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Certificate of Compliance contingent upon L. Hansen performing a site visit and confirming the work was completed as conditioned. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to have Jean Milburn be the representative for the housing partnership on behalf of the Conservation Commission. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
[context] Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:44PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
Wed Jun 18, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to consider updating floodplain regulations

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on an amendment to the Wetlands and Water Resources Protection Bylaw to align with FEMA floodplain requirements. The body will also review several Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination for residential and commercial projects.

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✓ Decided: Commission adopts floodplain amendment to Chapter 194 regulations (6-0)

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.

🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to adopt the amended rules and regulations under Chapter 194, as drafted by L. Hansen. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to July 9, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to July 9, 2025 after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
19 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under Chapter 194 and the Wetlands Protection Act. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a negative determination under the Wetlands Protection Act and a permit under Chapter 194. S. June 18, 2025 8 Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a negative determination under the WPA and a permit under Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
14 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a permit under Chapter 193. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Certificate of Compliance for 65 Riverview Circle with conditions as discussed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
4 yea
T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Certificate of Compliance contingent upon L. Hansen performing a site visit and confirming the work was completed as conditioned. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to have Jean Milburn be the representative for the housing partnership on behalf of the Conservation Commission. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
[context] Fair initiated a roll call vote
5 yea
T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:44PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
Tue Jun 17, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to hold FY26 water rate hearing

The Board of Public Works will review the water financial model and hold a public hearing regarding FY26 water rates. Members will also discuss transfer station operations and receive updates on several water infrastructure projects.

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✓ Decided: Board kept FY26 water rates unchanged, matching FY25 rates

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.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to consider community dialogue and hate crime conversation

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will discuss and potentially vote on several community events and endorsements. These include a community dialogue initiative and a conversation on hate crimes with District Attorney Marian Ryan.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously endorsed community dialogue on the word “swastika”

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.

Mon Jun 16, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approves health‑insurance MOA with PEC and imposes liquor‑license penalties

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.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
to approve the minutes of June 2, 2025, as amended. Vote:
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
to approve the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Town of Wayland and the Wayland Public Employees Committee (PEC) for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028 with regard to the health insurance…
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
that the Chiefs recommendation was reasonable. Roll Call Vote:
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
that the certifications be shared with the Wayland Police Department. At 8:17 p.m. C. Martin closed the hearing. D. Levine moved, seconded by W. Whitney to suspend the alcohol license for the China…
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
[context] Vote:
6 yea · 4 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
that the Board would grant the authority to the Town Manager to execute the agreement substantially in the form presented subject to subsequent conversations with Town Counsel and the other parties…
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
to approve the Consent Calendar. Vote:
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
to approve the Consent Calendar. Vote: YEA: D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Brensley, T. Fay. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 3-0-0. A18. Select Board Members’ reports and concerns…
3 yea · 2 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay absent
Mon Jun 16, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to review wastewater design for Wayland High School

The Board of Health will discuss a draft scope of work for a wastewater system at Wayland High School and review Accessory Dwelling Unit ideas. The board will also consider permit applications for body art and tobacco sales.

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✓ Decided: Board approves microblading variance for Dre Hopkins

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.

Mon Jun 16, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to review wastewater design for Wayland High School

The Board of Health will discuss a draft scope of work for a Title 5 wastewater system at Wayland High School. The board will also review permits for body art and tobacco, and discuss accessory dwelling units.

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Fri Jun 13, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Wayland Economic Development Committee reviews Route 20 corridor and Town Center plans

The Wayland Economic Development Committee will discuss updates on the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor, including Terrain and Dunkin' in the former Whole Foods plaza, a potential fast-casual overlay district, and master planning for sidewalks and curb cuts. The committee will also review Town Center activation efforts, economic development communication strategies, and a state bond award funding three local projects.

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✓ Decided: Economic Development Committee adjourned meeting unanimously

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.

Thu Jun 12, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board reappointed three volunteers to key committees, 5‑0 vote

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.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote :
10 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of May 19 , 2025, as written . Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Wed Jun 11, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss employee handbook and compensation study

The Personnel Board will review the current Employee Handbook and discuss a strategy for policy revisions. The board will also receive an update on a classification and compensation study and consider a vacation carryover request from Fire Personnel.

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✓ Decided: Board approved a pay-in-lieu vacation request for Firefighter Winner.

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.

Wed Jun 11, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss Water Enterprise Fund financial model

The Board of Public Works will meet via Zoom to discuss the Water Enterprise Fund financial model and the historic rate setting process. The body will also establish dates for three upcoming meetings in June and July.

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✓ Decided: Board sets FY26 water retained‑earnings target at 20% of operating budget

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.

Wed Jun 11, 2025

Historical Commission

Wayland Historical Commission to discuss 250th Anniversary and local reports

The Historical Commission will meet to review minutes from May 5, 2024, and receive an update on the 250th Anniversary. The body will also hear reports regarding the cemetery, house plaques, archaeology, and the railroad and rail trail.

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Wed Jun 11, 2025

Historical Commission

Wayland Historical Commission to review 250th Anniversary and archaeology reports

The Historical Commission will meet to discuss updates regarding the 250th Anniversary and review reports on house plaques and archaeology. The body will also receive a report on the railroad and rail trail.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved May minutes and adjourned meeting

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.

Wed Jun 11, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Public Ceremonies Committee to review Memorial Day events and payments

The Public Ceremonies Committee will critique the Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. The body will also discuss equipment storage and provide an update on the Freedom Prize.

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✓ Decided: Committee referred Pride Flag complaint to Town Moderator

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.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to review residential additions and variances

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding special permits and variances for three residential properties. The board will also vote on correcting a previous decision for a property at 5 Haven.

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✓ Decided: Board grants special permit for deck at 3 Tally Ho Lane (4‑0‑0 vote)

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.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to review residential construction requests at 3 Tally Ho Lane and 5 South Street

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider two applications for zoning relief. The board will review requests for variances or special permits for residential property modifications.

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Tue Jun 10, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals to hear requests for home additions and variances

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for residential construction projects and review corrections for previous decisions. The board is considering special permits and variances for additions, garages, and decks at three different properties.

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Tue Jun 10, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to review residential additions and variances

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for three residential projects seeking special permits or variances. The board will also vote on correcting previous decisions for properties on Haven and Center Street.

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Tue Jun 10, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee to review sustainability updates and energy projects

The committee will receive a presentation on sustainability priorities and the status of grant-funded projects. Members will discuss recruiting new committee members and review updates on energy efficiency projects for town buildings. The meeting includes reports from Energize Wayland and PlugIN.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved its June 10 meeting minutes unanimously

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.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss Route 20 Corridor redevelopment zoning

The Planning Board will discuss planned redevelopment zoning for the Route 20 Corridor. The meeting includes a tutorial on property assessment methodology and a discussion of FY26 goals.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved minutes, appointed committee member, and cancelled June meeting

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.

Mon Jun 9, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Wastewater Management District Commission to hold rate hearing

The Commission will conduct a hearing regarding wastewater rates. The body will also review monthly operating and financial reports and discuss the termination of Administrative Consent Order ACO-NE-12-1N001.

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Mon Jun 9, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

WWMDC to hold public hearing on FY2026 rates

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will hold a public hearing to review and vote on the rates for fiscal year 2026.

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Mon Jun 9, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors to review tax abatements and ledger restoration

The Board of Assessors will review office activities, including the draft RFP for the restoration and storage of assessor's ledgers. The board will also vote on motor vehicle and personal property tax abatements during an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Wayland Board of Assessors approves FY2026 preliminary tax warrants totaling $46.77M

The Board unanimously approved the FY2026 preliminary real estate, personal property, and CPA tax warrants and commitment for the 1st and 2nd quarters, totaling $46,766,002.40. They also accepted the FY2025 motor vehicle excise third commitment, supplemental real estate and CPA tax warrants, and a Title V betterment commitment. All votes were unanimous.

Mon Jun 9, 2025

Historic District Commission

Wayland Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for June 9, 2025

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

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✓ Decided: Historic District Commission approves two sign and railing projects

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.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

Committee to review Community Center and Council on Aging change orders

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee will discuss updates regarding the Community Center, Council on Aging, and Wayland Free Library. The body is scheduled to review and approve change orders for the Community Center/Council on Aging project.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

Permanent Municipal Building Committee to review facility updates

The committee will receive updates regarding the Community Center/Council on Aging and the Wayland Free Library. The body will also vote on the approval of the April 22, 2025 minutes.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

Finance Committee Appointing Board

✓ Decided: Board appoints William Huss to Finance Committee, term through June 30 2028

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.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Housing Partnership

Wayland Housing Partnership to discuss ADU promotion and development updates

The Wayland Housing Partnership will discuss strategies for promoting Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The committee will also receive updates on the 212 Cochituate Committee and Good Shepard Development.

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✓ Decided: WHP approved minutes and adjourned the meeting unanimously

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.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approved $150,000 transfer to Special Education Reserve Fund

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
29 yea · 1 nay
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley nay · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jun 2, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss FY27 budget process and potential tax override

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY27 operating budget process and planning for a potential Proposition 2 ½ override. Members will also review peer community benchmarking and discuss the reappointment of a member to the Senior Tax Relief Committee.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends Anne Gilbert’s reappointment to Senior Tax Relief 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.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Audit Committee

✓ Decided: Audit Committee elects Michael German as chair for FY 2026

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.

Wed May 28, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hear wetlands projects and new stormwater rules

The Wayland Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on wetlands projects and a new stormwater regulation at its May 28, 2025 meeting. The commission will also review ongoing stormwater permits, certificate-of-compliance applications, and draft its summer–fall meeting schedule.

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✓ Decided: Conservation Commission approves Heard Pond project and continues other hearings

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.

🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to close the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
19 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to June 18, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to June 18, 2025 after 6:30PM. S. Fair May 28, 2025 5 initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to resciend the requirement for a peer review. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to June 18, 2025 after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
13 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue an Order of Conditions approving the project under the Wetlands Protection Act and a permit under Chapter 194 contingent upon L. Hansen receiving the new information and an updated…
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to have L. Hansen issue a permit under Chapter 193. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
18 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a partial Certificate of Compliance for 21 Charena Road. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to release the performance bond for 132 Boston Post Road (DEP file no. 322-759) back to the Commission. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the April 16th, 2025 minutes. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:44PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
Wed May 28, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hold public hearing on new stormwater regulations

The Conservation Commission will solicit public comments on new regulations for the Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw. The body will also review multiple Notices of Intent for residential construction, demolition, and land work near wetlands.

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Wed May 28, 2025

Conservation Commission

Public hearing on new Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw regulations

The Wayland Conservation Commission is holding a remote public hearing to solicit comments on new regulations for the Chapter 193: Stormwater and Land Disturbance Bylaw. These comments are required by Section 195-5 of the Bylaw before the regulations can be adopted.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved Heard Pond wetland project and extended stormwater comment period

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.

🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to close the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
19 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to June 18, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to June 18, 2025 after 6:30PM. S. Fair May 28, 2025 5 initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to resciend the requirement for a peer review. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
7 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to June 18, 2025 after 6:30PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
13 yea
L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue an Order of Conditions approving the project under the Wetlands Protection Act and a permit under Chapter 194 contingent upon L. Hansen receiving the new information and an updated…
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to have L. Hansen issue a permit under Chapter 193. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
18 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea · S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a partial Certificate of Compliance for 21 Charena Road. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to release the performance bond for 132 Boston Post Road (DEP file no. 322-759) back to the Commission. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the April 16th, 2025 minutes. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:44PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote
6 yea
S. Fischer yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · J. Pearlman yea · B. Howell yea · S. Fair yea
Tue May 27, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board reviews Veritas Christian Academy site plan

The Planning Board will continue a public hearing regarding the campus development site plan for Veritas Christian Academy. The board will also discuss FY25 and FY26 goals and committee appointments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved Veritas Christian Academy site plan (PB #24-05)

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.

Wed May 21, 2025

Cultural Council

Wayland Cultural Council to plan Grantee Reception and review Utility Box Project

The Cultural Council will discuss the status of Utility Box Project submissions and plan the June 11, 2025, Grantee Reception. The body will also review the Town Hall Bulletin Board photo display and establish a note-taking rotation.

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Wed May 21, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library Trustees to discuss building repairs and Rail Trail signage

The Board of Library Trustees will review building maintenance projects and a grant submission to the Massachusetts Cultural Council. The board will also discuss the Millennium Fund Special Act and interpretive signage for the Rail Trail.

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Wed May 21, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Surface Water Quality Committee to discuss pond maintenance and surveys

The committee will review updates on a herbicide Notice of Intent for Heard Pond. Members will also discuss a plant survey contract for Dudley Pond and water chemistry testing.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Tue May 20, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to consider co-sponsoring Wayland Community Pool Mural Project

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will discuss support for vulnerable communities and an updated AANHPI statement. The body will also receive updates on a bias incident response team and an equity assessment report for the Select Board.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously co‑sponsors Wayland Community Pool Mural project

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.

Tue May 20, 2025

Council On Aging Board

Wayland Council on Aging reviews Community Center progress and June grand opening

The Council on Aging Board will meet remotely to review April meeting minutes, receive a progress report on the COA Community Center project, and discuss relocation plans ahead of the June 5 grand opening. The board will also hear updates from the Friends of the Council on Aging and the COA Director, including program transitions and food security initiatives.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves April 14 meeting minutes

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.

Tue May 20, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Wayland Board of Public Works to vote on new officers and water fund model

The Wayland Board of Public Works will meet remotely to discuss and vote on new officer appointments, the Water Enterprise Fund financial model, stormwater regulations, a possible water ban, and Transfer Station fees. The board will also review minutes, set future meeting dates, and address public concerns.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes water restrictions and raises transfer station sticker fees

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.

Mon May 19, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board approves Post Road Liquors license transfer and enters executive session

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve for Transfer of Liquor License, Pledge of Inventory and License from Post Road Liquors Inc. d/b/a Post Road Liquors from John A. Recco, Manager Post Road Liquors, Inc. to David Recco…
4 yea · 1 nay
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley nay
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Fri May 16, 2025

Economic Development Committee

EDC discusses Route 20 corridor projects and state bond bill award

The Wayland Economic Development Committee will discuss key initiatives to improve the Route 20 corridor, including the Wayland Village proposal, a Pre-Order Pick-Up Overlay District update, and next steps for the Route 20 Master Plan and sidewalk engineering. The committee will also review a state Economic Development bond bill award for Wayland, which funds master plan design, an Economic Development officer, and MBTA Communities follow-up. Other agenda items include communication improvements and updates on new businesses and town events.

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Fri May 16, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee to discuss Route 20 corridor improvements

The committee will review initiatives to activate the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor and discuss communication strategies for town economic development. The meeting includes updates on the Route 20 Master Plan and the status of a MA Economic Development bond bill award.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves release of Infographic #3 on Main & Plain redevelopment

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.

Wed May 14, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Signage reviews for three Wayland businesses

The Design Review Advisory Board will review signage applications for Wayland Pack and Ship (297 Boston Post Rd.), Hair by Diana (76 Main St.), and Dunkin Jimmy John's (289 Boston Post Rd.). The board will also take public comment and approve meeting notes from March 5, 2025.

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Wed May 14, 2025

Cultural Council

Cultural Council plans grantee reception and reviews utility box project

The Wayland Cultural Council is meeting to plan the upcoming Grantee Reception on June 11, including venue, menu, invitations, and program format. They will also review submissions for the Utility Box Project, approve April meeting minutes, and discuss note-taking procedures and a bulletin board photo display.

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Wed May 14, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Advisory Board to review signage for two local businesses

The Design Review Advisory Board will meet to review signage applications for two businesses. The board will also review meeting notes from March 5, 2025.

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Wed May 14, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Advisory Board to review signage for Hair by Diana

The Wayland Design Review Advisory Board will meet to review a signage application for a business on Main Street. The board will also review meeting notes from April 16, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Design Review Board recommended approval of two sign projects and deferred a third to the ZBA

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.

Tue May 13, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to continue hearing on Veritas Christian Academy campus development

The Wayland Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on May 13, 2025. They will continue public hearings on a subdivision amendment at 13 Charena Road and a site plan approval for Veritas Christian Academy at 164-172 Cochituate Road. Also on the agenda is a request to amend findings for the Council on Aging/Community Center project at 4, 8, 14 Andrew Avenue/368 Boston Post Road. The board will also review draft minutes and receive updates from the Town Planner.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved Charena Road subdivision with conditions

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.

🏢 Building at this address: 6 m tall
Tue May 13, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee reviews solar projects and energy efficiency updates

The committee will receive reports on rooftop solar arrays and upcoming energy efficiency projects for town buildings. Members will discuss grant-funded decarbonization roadmaps and the status of the Municipal Revolving Fund for Green Energy Projects.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes and adjourned; no substantive actions taken

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.

Tue May 13, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Board to vote on $5,000 audit payment and discuss affordable housing projects

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust will vote on a $5,000 payment for the FY24 audit. The board will also review updates on several housing projects and discuss the town's right of first refusal for 97 Stonebridge Road.

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✓ Decided: Trust votes to decline purchase option for 97 Stonebridge Road

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.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] The motion was approved by roll call vote, 4-0 (
3 yea
Antes yea · Espiritusanto-Vega yea · Staiti yea
Tue May 13, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals to review five variance and permit applications

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to discuss five applications for variances or special permits. These requests involve residential additions, signage, and a commercial change of use.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to hear restaurant conversion at 297 & 311 Boston Post Road

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on five applications for variances, special permits, or other zoning relief. Items include a retaining wall reconstruction, a second-story addition, signage, a garage addition, and a restaurant use conversion. The board may also deliberate on previously heard applications.

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✓ Decided: Board approves special permit to remove retaining wall at 7 Sycamore Road

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.

Tue May 13, 2025

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to review opioid abatement funds, co-response clinician start date

The Youth Advisory Committee will hear updates on clinical services, the MassCall3b regional partnership including a Drug Story Theater community event, and the Opioid Abatement Funds Working Group including a co-response clinician start date. They will also discuss community education campaigns at Wayland Middle and High Schools, school resource partnerships, healthy relationships prevention, and set dates for fall 2025.

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✓ Decided: YAC approved April minutes, ended Youth Night events, and set future meeting schedule

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.

Mon May 12, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Wastewater Management District to receive rate study update and monthly reports

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will meet remotely to receive an update on a wastewater rate study from the Abrahams Group. Commissioners will also review monthly operating and financial reports, consider requests for service, and approve prior meeting minutes.

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Mon May 12, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee discusses FY27 budget, potential override, and MWRA water connection

The Finance Committee will meet on May 12, 2025, to discuss the FY27 operating budget process, including potential Proposition 2½ override planning, and to review financing alternatives for the proposed connection to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority’s water system and upgrade of Happy Hollow. The agenda also covers the status of the High School wastewater treatment facility upgrade, Snake Brook dam grant application, and planning for potential renovation or relocation of Town Building. No votes are scheduled on these substantive items; the only vote is to approve minutes from April 8.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee elects new Chair and Vice Chair

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.

Mon May 12, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss FY27 budget and water system financing

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY27 operating budget process and a potential Proposition 2 ½ override. Members will review financing for a connection to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority and the Happy Hollow upgrade. The body will also discuss the Town Building's potential renovation or relocation.

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Mon May 12, 2025

Board of Health

Review of groundwater mounding and septic compliance for 162-172 Cochituate Road project

The Board of Health will conduct a hybrid meeting with public comment, followed by a peer review of a development project at 162-172 Cochituate Road (Veritas Christian Academy) focusing on groundwater mounding and Title 5 septic compliance. The board will also discuss Accessory Dwelling Unit guidelines and a sample application at 47 Barney Hill Road, and vote on the definitive subdivision at 13 Charena Road and the Board of Health chair role. Updates from the Health Director and Public Health Nurse, along with correspondence and general business, are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Charena Farms subdivision (5‑0 vote)

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.

🏢 Building at this address: 6 m tall
Mon May 12, 2025

Trust Fund Commission

Trust Fund Commission to review investment report and vote on chair appointment

The Wayland Trust Fund Commission will receive an investment report from its portfolio management company, Bartholomew. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from its April 7 meeting and discuss the potential appointment of a commission chair. The meeting is conducted remotely via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Robert Fox elected Chair of the Trust Fund Commission through 2026

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.

Wed May 7, 2025

Conservation Commission

Heard Pond invasive plant control & 13 Charena Road subdivision on agenda

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on a continued Notice of Intent for the Aquatic Management Program at Heard Pond to control invasive plants, and for a three-house subdivision at 13 Charena Road. Other hearings cover unpermitted work at 108 Lakeshore Drive, new construction at 40 Loker Street, retaining walls at 87 and 84 Dudley Road, and septic replacement at 25 Lee Road. The commission will also review stormwater permits for Veritas at 162-172 Cochituate Road and 3 Brooks Road, consider a Certificate of Compliance for Loker Field, and discuss an enforcement order at 24 White Road.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved permits for 162‑172 Cochituate Rd and 3 Brooks Rd

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to issue a permit for the project at 162-172 Cochituate under Chapter 193. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote
3 yea · 2 nay
J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · L. Legere yea · B. Howell nay · S. Fischer nay
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed May 7, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Wayland Public Ceremonies Committee to plan Memorial Day events and schedule next meeting

The Public Ceremonies Committee will meet to approve past minutes, discuss Memorial Day planning tasks, schedule the event, and complete ethics training. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions anticipated.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved Mark Lenci as Memorial Day keynote speaker

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.

Tue May 6, 2025

Finance Committee Appointing Board

Finance Committee Appointing Board meeting scheduled for May 6, 2025

The agenda provided contains only references to meeting materials and documents. There are no specific discussion items or decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Board approves recruitment statement, minutes, and sets interview dates

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.

Tue May 6, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss firefighter vacation carryover and non-union policy revisions

The Wayland Personnel Board will meet to discuss and possibly vote on vacation carryover requests from Fire Personnel. They will also consider revisions to non-union personnel policies including overtime, compensatory leave, and annual leave. The board will receive an update on the Classification and Compensation Study and discuss public access to town employee salary information. Other items include appointment of a chair and approval of past meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approved fire firefighters' vacation carryover requests

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.

Tue May 6, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Trust board to vote on $5,000 audit payment, discuss right of first refusal on Stonebridge Road

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust will vote to approve a $5,000 payment from Community Preservation Act funds for its FY24 audit. Members will also discuss updates on several housing projects, including a 3-bedroom unit at 12 Hammond Road and new tenants at 11 Hammond Road, and consider the town's right of first refusal and option to buy 97 Stonebridge Road.

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Mon May 5, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approved liquor license transfer for Post Road Liquors

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).

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
11 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · J. Bergeron yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · L. Stewart yea · W. Whitney yea · C. Martin nay · A. Foster nay · M. Norton absent
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon May 5, 2025

Recreation Commission

Recreation Commission to interview and potentially appoint new member

The Recreation Commission is holding a joint meeting with the Select Board. The body will interview and potentially vote to fill one vacancy on the commission for a term ending with the 2026 Annual Town Meeting.

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✓ Decided: M. Grant appointed to Recreation Commission (6-2 vote)

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
9 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent
J. Bergeron yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · L. Stewart yea · W. Whitney yea · C. Martin nay · A. Foster nay · M. Norton absent · J. Bergeron yea · A. Foster yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Norton absent
Mon May 5, 2025

Recreation Commission

Recreation Commission to interview candidates, possibly fill vacancy

The Recreation Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board to interview candidates for one vacant seat on the commission. The appointment would run through the conclusion of the 2026 Annual Town Meeting.

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Mon May 5, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors to vote on FY 2026 preliminary tax warrants

The Board of Assessors will review motor vehicle excise totals and various FY 2025 tax assessments. The board is also scheduled to vote on preliminary tax warrants for real estate, personal property, and CPA taxes for FY 2026.

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✓ Decided: Board accepted minutes and several abatements in executive session

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.

Mon May 5, 2025

Historical Commission

Wayland Historical Commission to discuss 250th Anniversary suggestions

The Historical Commission will review suggestions for the 250th Anniversary, including topics such as History at Play and the Boston 1775 blog. The body will also receive reports on house plaques, archaeology, and the rail trail.

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✓ Decided: Historical Commission approved March 2025 minutes unanimously

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.

Mon May 5, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board and Select Board to review Route 20 Master Plan

The Planning Board will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board to review a presentation on the Route 20 Master Plan. No public in-person attendance is permitted; remote participation via Zoom is available. The board may also discuss other matters not anticipated 48 hours in advance.

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Mon May 5, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold joint meeting with Select Board on Route 20 Master Plan

The Planning Board will discuss comments on the Conservation Commission's Chapter 193 Stormwater and Land Disturbance Regulations at 7:30 p.m. At 8:00 p.m., a joint meeting with the Select Board will review the Route 20 Master Plan Presentation.

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✓ Decided: Board approved stormwater draft comments and recessed to joint meeting

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.

Wed Apr 30, 2025

Housing Partnership

Housing Partnership to discuss ADU by-law and 97 Stonebridge Road

The Wayland Housing Partnership will discuss promoting the new Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) by-law and an affordable housing forum. The body will also seek input regarding the town's right of first refusal and option to buy 97 Stonebridge Road.

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✓ Decided: Town-approved transfer of 212 Cochituate Road parcel for affordable/shared housing

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.

Tue Apr 29, 2025

Senior Tax Relief Committee

Wayland Senior Tax Relief Committee to discuss senior tax discount and ADU law

The Senior Tax Relief Committee will meet to discuss new state legislation on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and how it could help seniors stay in Wayland. They will also consider whether to proceed with a discounted tax proposal for seniors based on age, years of residency, and property assessment. The committee will review and vote on minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee accepted the March 18 minutes as written

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.

Mon Apr 28, 2025

Historic District Commission

Commission reviews window replacement and rail trail signage

The Wayland Historic District Commission will hold public hearings to review Certificates of Appropriateness for two projects. The body will determine if proposed changes meet historic standards.

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✓ Decided: Historic District Commission approved a new stairwell window at 39 Old Sudbury Road

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.

Mon Apr 28, 2025

Historic District Commission

Public hearing for window installation at 39 Old Sudbury Rd

The Wayland Historic District Commission will hold a public meeting and hearing. The commission will consider an application to install a duplicate stairwell window at 39 Old Sudbury Rd.

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✓ Decided: Historic District Commission approves window addition at 39 Old Sudbury Rd

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.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

Building Committee to review change orders for Community Center and Library

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee will discuss updates and review change orders for the Community Center/Council on Aging and the Wayland Free Library. The committee will also receive an update on the Loker Recreation Grass Field Project.

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✓ Decided: Approved $20,908 library pump replacement change order

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).

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board approved $365,000 Wayland Public Safety Building siding contract

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.

🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the meeting may be live-broadcast and/or recorded and he reviewed the agenda. A2. Announcements and Public Comment: There were no announcements or public comment. 3. Organization of the Board a)…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Vote:
8 yea · 2 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the authorization of funds to support the 250th American Celebration in an amount not to exceed $33,175. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
that the working group be comprised of 9 individuals, including one (1) staff person from the Select Board Office, the Town Planner, one (1) member to be designated by the Wayland Housing…
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
that the Board adopt the Capital Improvement Planning Committee charge, as presented. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to authorize D. Levine to draft and sign a letter on behalf of the Board in support of legislation S. 2197 and H. 2274 currently pending before the General Assembly. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the updated draft of the Town of Wayland Social Media Policy dated April 18, 2025. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the Consent Calendar Item #1 through Item #7. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the Consent Calendar Item #8 through Item #10. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the minutes of March 31, 2025, as amended. Vote:
3 yea · 1 absent
D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve the minutes of April 7, 2025, as amended. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
that the Board’s upcoming meeting schedule and reviewed various agenda topics. A20. Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance, if any: There were none. A21. Adjourn: At 9:11…
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
Tue Apr 22, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board continues hearing on Charena Road subdivision amendment

The Wayland Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on an amendment to the definitive subdivision at 13 Charena Road (PB #24-07). The board will also prepare for the Route 20 Master Plan Public Forum scheduled for May 5 and receive updates from the town planner on upcoming meetings, including a continued hearing for Veritas Christian Academy on May 13.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board postpones 13 Charena Road hearing to May 13, 2025

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.

Thu Apr 17, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Route 20 corridor improvements, overlay district, and sidewalk funding top agenda

The Wayland Economic Development Committee will discuss next steps following Town Meeting approval of the Route 20 Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District (Article 20) and engineering funding for sidewalks and curb cuts. Other agenda items include activating the Town Center via a Shared Streets grant and events, updates on vacant Route 20 properties such as Wayland Village, and improving economic development communications. The committee will also hear about the MA Economic Development bond bill award for Wayland, covering Master Plan design, an Economic Development officer, and MBTA Communities follow-up.

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✓ Decided: Economic Development Committee adjourned meeting unanimously (5‑0)

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.

Wed Apr 16, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Signage review for Wayland Pack and Ship at 297 Boston Post Rd.

The Wayland Design Review Advisory Board will review a signage application for Wayland Pack and Ship at 297 Boston Post Rd. The board will also approve meeting notes from March 5, 2025, and take public comment. This is a routine regulatory review meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board defers 297 Boston Post Rd. sign application to Zoning 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.

Wed Apr 16, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library trustees to consider Millennium Fund correction and building repairs

At this meeting, the Board of Library Trustees will review monthly reports and discuss several policy and operational matters. Key items include a proposed correction to the Millennium Fund instrument via a special act to ensure continued operations, and multiple building maintenance projects such as RFID tagging, generator installation, and exterior upgrades. Trustees will also receive an update on the Institute of Museum and Library Services' status and consider a grant submission to the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hold public hearings on several residential and pond projects

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings regarding notices of intent for residential construction, demolition, and land management. The body will also review requests for determinations and stormwater and land disturbance permits.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved amendment to Greenways Order of Conditions

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.

🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to May 7, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
24 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under the Wetland Protection Act and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea
motion to approve the request to amend the Order of Conditions. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea
motion to authorize Linda Hansen to recruit proposals for a peer reviewer consultant. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to authorize Linda Hansen to recruit proposals for a peer reviewers for an arborist and confirmation of the wetland resource areas. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to authorize Linda Hansen to recruit proposals for a peer reviewers for stormwater and land disturbance. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a permit under Chapter 193. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Chapter 193 permit with conditions as discussed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
that the Wayland Conservation Commission hereby authorize Conservation Administrator, Linda Hansen, to physically sign, on behalf of the Commission when so directed by vote of the Commission…
6 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the minutes from March 26, 2025, with the changes discussed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:32 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fair yea
Tue Apr 15, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to decide four variance requests including retaining wall and additions

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on four applications for variances, special permits, or other zoning relief. Cases include a continued application to reconstruct a retaining wall at 7 Sycamore Road, a second-story addition at 31 Center Street, additional signage at 13 Pelham Island Road, and a garage with master bedroom at 10 White Pine Knoll Road.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to hear 4 variance/special permit requests including a continued case

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four applications seeking variances or special permits for property modifications. Items include a continued case to relocate a retaining wall at 7 Sycamore Rd, a second-story addition at 31 Center St, additional signage at 13 Pelham Island Rd, and a garage addition at 10 White Pine Knoll Rd. The board may also deliberate on previous applications and conduct other public business.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss Transfer Station FY26 budget and fees

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and potentially vote on the FY26 Transfer Station budget and rates. The board will also review the Complete Streets Program and drinking water management topics.

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✓ Decided: Board delays Complete Streets presentation and postpones votes to May meeting

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.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss creating a welcoming space at Wayland Free Public Library

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will tour the Wayland Free Public Library and discuss collaboration opportunities with staff. The committee will also review follow-up actions regarding a March 5, 2025, antisemitic graffiti incident.

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✓ Decided: HRDEIC approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes

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.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Committee to vote on plant survey contract for Dudley Pond, review DPW site cleanup

The Surface Water Quality Committee will vote on a plant survey contract from ARC for Dudley Pond and review a Town Meeting vote on Article 34, a public involvement plan for cleaning up the former DPW site. They will also receive an update on the herbicide NOI for Heard Pond and consider a potential committee vacancy.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board reviews campus development for Veritas Christian Academy

The Planning Board will review resubmitted materials and a draft decision for a site plan at 164-172 Cochituate Road. The board will also elect its officers and receive updates on zoning articles and the Five Paths Court lot release.

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✓ Decided: Anette Lewis elected Chair of Planning Board through September 2025

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.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission to review monthly reports

The commission will meet via Zoom to review monthly operating and financial reports. The body will also address requests for service and approve the minutes from the March 17, 2025 meeting.

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Mon Apr 14, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to vote on Charena Farms subdivision drainage review

The Board of Health will meet to discuss wastewater flow variances for the High School WWTF and review drainage for the Charena Farms Definitive Subdivision. The board will also review non-septic permit fees for temporary events and the Farmers Market.

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✓ Decided: Board approves new Title 5 onsite septic system for Wayland High School

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.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to consider MassDEP variance for high school wastewater flows

The Board of Health will discuss and vote on supporting a MassDEP variance request for wastewater flows at the high school using a Title 5 septic system. They will also hear a drainage peer review for the Charena Farms definitive subdivision and vote. Additionally, the board will review non-septic permit fees for farmers markets and temporary events, and receive updates on various topics including ADU guidance and a green burial request.

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✓ Decided: Board approves new Title 5 onsite septic system for the high school

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.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board to review motor vehicle abatements and FY2025 exemptions in executive session

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Board of Assessors. The board will review minutes, hear public comment, and receive a director's update on office activities including accessory dwelling units and summer scheduling. The main substantive items are scheduled for executive session: voting on motor vehicle abatements for March 2025 and granting or denying FY2025 exemptions.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously accepted two prior meeting minutes and adjourned

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.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Council On Aging Board

COA Community Center final phase update, grand opening set for June 5

The Council on Aging Board will receive a progress report on the new COA Community Center, including inspections, a projected completion date, and plans for a grand opening on June 5, 2025. The board will also discuss new Accessory Dwelling Units legislation with a guest. Other updates include reinstatement of the Handyman Fix It program and food security programs. The board will review minutes and hear a director's report.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Wed Apr 9, 2025

Cultural Council

Wayland Cultural Council to discuss utility box, youth updates, and grantee reception

The Wayland Cultural Council will meet remotely to approve March 2025 meeting minutes, receive updates on utility box projects and youth initiatives, and discuss plans for a 2024 fund grantee reception. Other items include appointing a vice chair and finalizing a note-taking roster.

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✓ Decided: Marie Isenburg appointed Vice-Chair of Wayland 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.

Wed Apr 9, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Advisory Board to review signage for Wayland Pack and Ship

The Design Review Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Wayland Community Center and review a signage application. The board will also review meeting notes from March 5, 2025.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Wayland Wastewater Commission meets April 8 to discuss Town Meeting articles

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will convene to discuss and possibly vote on Town Meeting articles. The meeting is open to the public and will follow in-person procedures as required by state law.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025

Youth Advisory Committee

Opioid abatement funds, co-response clinician, Drug Story Theater on agenda

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates including the Opioid Abatement Funds Working Group, introduction of a Co-Response Clinician, and findings from MassCall3b focus groups. They will also review community education programming for middle and high school, including healthy relationships campaigns, nicotine-free policy work, and a Drug Story Theater community event in June. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Council approves March minutes and adjourns meeting

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.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss and vote on 2025 Annual Town Meeting articles

The Finance Committee will discuss topics for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The body may vote on articles for which the committee has not yet taken a position.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves 4/7/2025 minutes and adjourns after town meeting

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.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss and vote on Town Meeting Articles

The Board of Public Works will hold a public comment period followed by a discussion and possible vote on articles to be considered at Town Meeting. The meeting will be held in person at Wayland High School Field House.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee to discuss Green Communities Grant and Climate Action Plan

The committee will discuss a prospective project for the DOER Green Communities Grant Spring Round and the status of the Climate Action Plan. The meeting includes reports on solar arrays at Loker Elementary School and the Council on Aging, as well as various grant-funded decarbonization and resiliency projects.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved March 11 minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board amends Article 17 to add School Finance Director to Capital Planning Committee

The Select Board voted 5‑0 to amend Section 20‑1 of Article 17, adding the School Director of Finance and Operations as an ex‑officio member of the Capital Improvement Planning Committee. The Board also voted 5‑0 to pass over Article 18 concerning the High School turf field remediation, indicating the work will not proceed. The Consent Calendar was approved 5‑0, including a $67,900 grant for a GIS drainage model. Finally, the Board recessed the meeting until the start of the Annual Town Meeting with a unanimous vote.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to amend section 20-1 of Article 17: Establishment of a Capital Improvement Planning Committee – Chapter 20 to include the School Director of Finance and Operations. Vote:
5 yea
T. Fay yea · C. Martin yea · A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · W. Whitney yea
to amend section 20-1 of Article 17: Establishment of a Capital Improvement Planning Committee – Chapter 20 to include the School Director of Finance and Operations. Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Martin, A…
5 yea
T. Fay yea · C. Martin yea · A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
T. Fay yea · A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Town received a Notice of Foreclosure for 97 Stonebridge Road on behalf of Habitat for Humanity Metro West/Greater Worcester, Inc. The Town could purchase but Town Counsel advises against…
5 yea
D. Levine yea · T. Fay yea · A. Brensley yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Apr 7, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Wastewater Management District Commission to discuss Town Meeting Articles

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will meet to discuss and potentially vote on Town Meeting Articles. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

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Mon Apr 7, 2025

Recreation Commission

Recreation Commission may re-vote deferment of field & facilities fees

The Recreation Commission will continue discussion and possibly re-vote the deferment of Recreation Department field and facilities fees from March 28, 2025. Commissioners will also review agenda items related to recreation at the upcoming Annual Town Meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission rescinded March fee deferment, reinstating Feb fee schedule

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.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Vote:
5 yea · 1 nay
A. Foster yea · B. Wright yea · M. Norton nay · A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · B. Wright yea
Mon Apr 7, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to vote on ATM articles and appoint liaison

The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly vote on articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting on which it previously took no position. The committee will also consider appointing a liaison to the Board of Public Works and set future meeting dates for April, May, and June.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved March minutes and adjourned the meeting

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.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board to discuss and vote on Town Meeting Articles

The Board of Public Works will hold a public comment period and then discuss and possibly vote on Town Meeting Articles. The specific articles are not listed in the agenda. The meeting is in person at Wayland High School Field House.

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Mon Apr 7, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board to approve $370,556 in motor vehicle excise tax bills

The Board of Assessors will meet remotely to review and sign the FY2025 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Excise Second Commitment, totaling 629 bills with a valuation of $15,390,769 and a tax amount of $370,556.20, to be issued April 14, 2025. Other agenda items include public comment and setting the next meeting date; no executive session is planned.

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✓ Decided: Board accepted FY 2025 motor vehicle excise totals; meeting adjourned

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.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

Trust Fund Commission

Trust Fund Commission to review fund disbursement requests and Millennium Fund article

The Trust Fund Commission will review investment reports and consider disbursement requests for the Wayland Free Public Library and the Public Ceremonies Committee. The body will also discuss its position on a Town Meeting article to establish a Millennium Fund for the library.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved $3,000 Greaves Fund disbursement to Cultural Enrichment Committee

The Trust Fund Commission approved three disbursements: $196.80 to the Wayland Free Public Library, up to $220 to the Public Ceremonies Committee, and $3,000 to the Cultural Enrichment Committee. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting and stated it would not take a position on Article 11 concerning the Millenium Fund. Remote‑meeting authority was extended through March 31, 2027.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

Trust Fund Commission

Trust Fund Commission to vote on multiple fund disbursements and library Millennium Fund article

The commission will review an investment report, consider disbursement requests from the Wayland Free Public Library, Public Ceremonies Committee, and Cultural Enrichment Committee, and vote on a Town Meeting article to establish a Millennium Fund for the library. An update on remote meetings is also scheduled.

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Wed Apr 2, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Committee to plan Memorial Day and prepare for Annual Town Meeting

The Public Ceremonies Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss preparations for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting, and plan Memorial Day activities. The agenda is largely procedural and focused on event coordination, with no financial decisions or policy changes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved $59.52 expense for award frames

The Public Ceremonies Committee approved the amended March 12 minutes (4‑0) and authorized a $59.52 purchase of award frames (4‑0). Members agreed on 2.5‑minute speeches for the C. Peter R. Gossels Good Government Award and the Lydia Maria Child Award. The next meeting was set for May 7, 2025.

Mon Mar 31, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approved $614,112.67 emergency communications contract

The Wayland Select Board unanimously approved a liquor‑license amendment for The Coach Grill, accepted and reallocated $120,000 of Town Center gift funds, authorized a rooftop‑solar power purchase agreement, and approved a $614,112.67 contract to upgrade the police and fire emergency communications system. The board also approved a $336,000 catch‑basin cleaning contract and adopted the Consent Calendar, all with 4‑0‑0 votes.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation; the Board will discuss…
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
to approve the liquor license change of the LLC Manager for BBRG TR, LLC doing business as The Coach Grill of Wayland, 55 Boston Post Road. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
that the Board reallocate $120,000 of Town Center Gift funds for general municipal purposes. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
to authorize Town Manager Michael McCall, to sign Power Purchase Agreement for rooftop solar between the Town of Wayland and Solect Energy Development LLC at the Wayland Council on Aging/Community…
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
to approve the Consent Calendar. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
to approve the minutes March 24, 2025, as amended. Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
that the Recreation Commission would meet jointly with the Board on May 5 to fill its vacancy. C. Martin reported that she with various Town staff, board and committee members and state legislators…
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · T. Fay absent
Mon Mar 31, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to discuss dual-source water supply project and FY26 budget

The Finance Committee will discuss the Water Enterprise Fund's FY26 capital budget requests, specifically regarding a dual-source water supply approach and the Reeve's Hill water tank. The body is also preparing for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting and planning for FY27-29 Proposition 2 ½ override strategy.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves prior meeting minutes and adjourns

The committee approved the March 3, 2025 minutes by a 6‑0‑1 vote. Members discussed the town’s dual‑source water supply project and related capital requests, but no funding motions were voted on. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 7‑0‑0 vote.

Fri Mar 28, 2025

Recreation Commission

Recreation Commission to review field use policies and 195 Main Street reuse

The Recreation Commission will discuss the reuse of the old DPW site at 195 Main Street. The body will also review and potentially vote to adopt the Field & Facilities Use Policy and Vendor Packet for Independent Contractors effective July 1, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Commission backs process for 195 Main St site and approves vendor packet

The Recreation Commission approved a statement supporting the Select Board’s process to develop the 195 Main Street site as either an indoor recreation facility or a grass field (vote 4‑0). It deferred the WayCo field‑fee increase to summer 2026 (vote 3‑0) and approved the Vendor Packet for independent contractors (vote 3‑0). The commission also set a joint meeting with the Select Board on May 5, 2025 to address a vacant seat.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Recreation Commissions statement on the matter, whereas “the Recreation Commission recognizes the benefit of additional indoor or outdoor space. We support a process by which the…
4 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · B. Wright yea
to adopt Recreation Department Field & Facilities Use Policy and Procedure packet and Vendor Packet for Independent Contractors effective July 1, 2025: The Commission discussed the request to make an…
3 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · B. Wright yea
to approve the Vendor Packet. Vote:
3 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · B. Wright yea
to approve the Vendor Packet. Vote: YEA: A. Foster, M. Norton and B. Wright. NAY: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: L. Stewart. Adopted: 3-0-0. 6. Minutes: Review and approve previous meeting minutes, if…
3 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · B. Wright yea
Wed Mar 26, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to continue hearing on 13 Charena Road subdivision

The Conservation Commission will hold continued public hearings on two Notices of Intent: a three-house subdivision at 13 Charena Road and prior unpermitted work at 108 Lakeshore Drive near Dudley Pond. Two Request for Determination items involve construction at 197 Glezen Lane and tree removal at 9 Loring Lane, both within wetland buffer zones. The agenda also includes stormwater permits, an amendment to a Greenways Order, and updates on the high school turf field project.

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✓ Decided: Commission denied wetland protection for two projects and issued permits under Chapter 194

The Commission voted 5‑0 to continue the public hearings for 13 Charena Road and 108 Lakeshore Drive to April 16, 2025. It also voted 5‑0 to issue negative determinations under the Wetlands Protection Act and grant permits under Chapter 194 for the projects at 197 Glezen Lane and 9 Loring Lane. All votes were unanimous with no nay or abstentions recorded.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to April 16, 2025 after 6:30 PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Pearlman yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to April 16, 2025 after 6:30 PM. L. Legere March 26, 2025 initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Pearlman yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea
motion to issue a negative determination under Wetlands Protection Act and a permit under Chapter 194. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Pearlman yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea
motion to issue a negative determination under the WPA and a permit under Ch 194. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Pearlman yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea
motion to approve the minutes from March 5, 2025, with the changes discussed. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Pearlman yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:39PM. L. Legere initiated a roll call vote:
5 yea
B. Howell yea · J. Pearlman yea · T. Davidson yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea
Tue Mar 25, 2025

Select Board

Select Board considers MWRA water connection at public forum

The Select Board is attending a Board of Public Works public forum regarding the long-term water supply and a potential connection to the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority (MWRA). The board may deliberate and vote on this topic.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Board to review final language of pickup window overlay district article

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will review the final language of Article Z, a proposed 'pickup window overlay district,' and confirm whether to continue co-sponsoring it. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Board approves co‑sponsorship of Article 28 (4‑0‑0 vote)

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals voted to approve the co‑sponsorship of Article 28, which pertains to the pickup‑window overlay district, with a unanimous 4‑0‑0 vote. The board also moved to adjourn the meeting, again unanimously. No other applications were decided at this meeting.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works discusses long-term water supply and MWRA project schedule

The Board of Public Works will discuss the town's long-term water supply, including pump station architecture, an AMI Neptune meter update, and the MWRA project schedule. A 90-minute public forum on the long-term water supply will follow. The board will also approve minutes from February 12 and set dates for future meetings including Town Meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approved February minutes and set April meeting dates

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes of the February 12, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0‑0 vote. It also scheduled the next regular meetings for April 7, April 8, and April 15, 2025. The Board agreed that DPW Director Tom Holder will give a brief overview at the public forum before opening it to questions.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to continue hearing on Veritas Christian Academy development

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding site plan approval for a campus development. The board will also discuss a lot release for the 5 Paths Court Subdivision and a Town Meeting motion.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approved draft minutes for Feb. 25 and Mar. 11, 2025

The Board voted unanimously to approve the draft minutes from the February 25 and March 11, 2025 meetings (5-0-0 on each). No other motions were adopted; the board spent the remainder of the meeting discussing the Veritas Christian Academy site‑plan and requesting additional reports and revisions before any final approval.

Mon Mar 24, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Board extended Town Manager Michael McCall's contract by three years

The Select Board unanimously approved a second amendment extending the Town Manager’s employment agreement for three additional years. It also swore in a new police officer and promoted two officers, approved a utility pole installation, confirmed two committee appointments, allocated $9,500 for the Wayland Day festival, and co‑sponsored an Earth Day event. The Board entered an executive session to discuss fire department grievance and collective‑bargaining matters.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
20 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the request to install one (1) new pole #4/72A as set forth in the packet. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve of $9,500 from the Town Center gift fund to use for Wayland Day festival as forth in the packet. There was a discussion about the balance in the fund. T. Fay commended C. Reynolds for his…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the event will occur at the Town Green at Wayland Town Center. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar but for #2. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes March 10, 2025, as amended. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Mar 24, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to address failed Title 5 at 22 Forest Hill Rd and High School septic plan

The Board of Health will discuss a failed Title 5 inspection at 22 Forest Hill Rd and a general discussion on switching the High School wastewater treatment facility to a Title 5 septic system. Other items include lifeguard requirements for the Alta Oxbow semi-public pool, a review of non-septic permit fees for farmers markets and temporary events, and a discussion on draft subdivision regulations. The Health Director will update on various correspondence including a subdivision extension and Veritas Christian Academy water issues. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board accepts tank pass, continues Title 5 study, and mandates weekend lifeguard

The Board voted 4‑0 to accept the Title 5 pass inspection report for the tank at 22 Forest Hill Rd. It also voted 4‑0 to continue discussion on a lower‑capacity 8,000 gpd Title 5 system for the high‑school wastewater treatment plant. Finally, the Board approved a requirement for a lifeguard on every weekend the Alta Oxbow pool is open, also by a 4‑0 vote.

Mon Mar 24, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to review subdivision regulations and permit fees

The Board of Health will discuss draft subdivision regulations and plans for public hearings. The board is also reviewing non-septic permit fees for farmers markets and temporary events.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Title 5 pass for 22 Forest Hill Rd and mandates pool lifeguards

The Board voted unanimously to accept the conditional Title 5 inspection report for 22 Forest Hill Rd, making it a passing report. It also approved moving forward with continued discussion on a lower‑capacity (≈8,000 gpd) Title 5 system for the high‑school wastewater treatment plant. Finally, the Board required a lifeguard be on duty on weekends at the Alta Oxbow semi‑public pool.

Wed Mar 19, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library trustees to consider closure for repairs and Millennium Fund amendment

The Board of Library Trustees will vote on a revised exhibit policy, a request to restrict physical access to the library April 2–3 (curbside only) and close the Children’s Room April 4 for reopening after repairs, and a $250 transfer between accounts. They will also discuss a special act to amend the Millennium Fund for Annual Town Meeting 2025 and receive updates on building maintenance projects, including a potential Cultural Facilities Fund grant submission.

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Wed Mar 19, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Heard Pond herbicide NOI update and change order to be discussed

The committee will discuss updates on the Heard Pond herbicide Notice of Intent (NOI), approve a related invoice for public notice, and approve a change order on the Solitude NOI contract. They will also discuss a pre- and post-season survey for Dudley Pond and the PFAS impact from the proposed development at 195 Main St. A budget review is also on the agenda.

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Wed Mar 19, 2025

Housing Partnership

Housing Partnership to discuss shared housing at 212 Cochituate and 67A Loker Street

The Wayland Housing Partnership will meet remotely on March 19, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items. Key topics include an update on shared housing at 212 Cochituate involving the Roche Family Real Estate Company, a discussion of 67A Loker Street with Oak Tree Management, and an update on the Affordable Housing Forum. The board will also vote to approve minutes from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: Housing Partnership backs Loker Street project with letter of support

The Wayland Housing Partnership unanimously voted to produce a letter of support for the 67a Loker Street project, which is being revised to address environmental concerns and reduce costs. The committee also discussed plans for an Affordable Housing Forum, scheduled for early fall, and reviewed updates on ATM articles and the 12 Hammond Way property.

Tue Mar 18, 2025

Senior Tax Relief Committee

Senior Tax Relief Committee to discuss reduced tax rate proposal for Wayland seniors

The committee will continue discussing a proposal to reduce the tax rate for seniors meeting age, residency, and property value criteria. They will also hear about new state accessory dwelling unit legislation, enhanced transportation options, and ways to increase awareness of existing tax relief programs such as the state and town Circuit Breaker.

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✓ Decided: Senior tax relief committee weighs $5M senior tax cut proposal

The Senior Tax Relief Committee discussed a proposed senior property tax discount, estimating it would cost $5-6 million annually depending on residency requirements, and considered a 7% tax increase on non-beneficiaries to offset the loss. They also heard a presentation on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as a way for seniors to generate income, and deferred remaining agenda items to the April 29 meeting.

Tue Mar 18, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Board to consider funding for FY26 Regional Housing Services Office

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust will consider a vote to pay for FY26 Regional Housing Services Office (RHSO) services. The board will also receive updates on several housing projects and a letter to owners of vacant houses.

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✓ Decided: Trust approves $10,000 for RHSO co-director hiring

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board approved a $10,000 appropriation from CPA funds to support hiring a co-director for the Regional Housing Services Organization (RHSO), following a request from Town Planner Robert Hummel. The board also approved the minutes of the January 13, 2025 meeting as amended. Updates were provided on several projects, including the 12 Hammond Road comprehensive permit and the Good Shepard development, but no other formal decisions were made.

Tue Mar 18, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss antisemitic graffiti incident and possible vote on next steps

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will hold a hybrid meeting on March 18, 2025. The main item is discussion and possible vote on next steps regarding a March 5 antisemitic graffiti incident. The committee will also hear from the Wayland Museum executive director, consider co-sponsoring a housing production plan educational program, and vote on inclusion signage for town signboards. Approval of prior meeting minutes and ongoing business are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: HRDEIC approves co-sponsoring fair housing forum and inclusion signage

The Wayland HRDEIC voted unanimously to co-sponsor a fair housing forum with the Wayland Housing Partnership and to approve a design for inclusion signage for town signboards. The committee also discussed the March 5 antisemitic graffiti incident, heard public comment urging use of the term 'Hakenkreuz' instead of 'swastika,' and approved the February 18 meeting minutes.

Mon Mar 17, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Wastewater commission to review monthly reports and service requests

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will hold a routine monthly meeting to review operating and financial reports, discuss any requests for service, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists of standard administrative items.

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Mon Mar 17, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board to vote on FY2025 real estate exemptions and abatements

The Board of Assessors will hold a remote meeting with routine items including approval of minutes and a director's update. The main business will be conducted in executive session, where they will vote on granting or denying FY2025 real estate exemptions and abatements. The meeting will adjourn without returning to open session.

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✓ Decided: Wayland Board of Assessors approves March 3 minutes, moves to executive session

The Board of Assessors met on March 17, 2025, and unanimously approved the minutes from the March 3 open session. No public comment or correspondence was received. The board then adjourned to executive session to discuss real estate exemptions and abatements, with no further open session action.

Fri Mar 14, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Wayland EDC to discuss Route 20 corridor improvements, restaurant pick-up window zoning

The Wayland Economic Development Committee will discuss key initiatives for the Route 20 corridor, including a zoning article for restaurant pre-order pick-up windows, sidewalk engineering for state funding, and Town Center activation. They will also review a state economic development bond bill award for Wayland and efforts on vacant Route 20 properties.

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✓ Decided: EDC approves infographics for Town Meeting Article 20 zoning overlay

The Economic Development Committee approved final infographics for Town Meeting Article 20, a zoning overlay allowing pre-order pick-up windows for food along Route 20 in Wayland Center. The committee also approved minutes from prior meetings and discussed the Route 20 Master Plan, with residents raising concerns about process and outreach. No final decisions were made on the Master Plan or other projects.

Wed Mar 12, 2025

Cultural Council

Wayland Cultural Council to discuss 2025 grant cycle and Route 20 utility box painting

The Wayland Cultural Council will meet remotely to discuss the 2025 grant cycle and next steps for a utility box painting project on Route 20. They will also welcome new members, review Historical Commission rail trail updates, and approve December meeting minutes. No votes or funding decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Wayland Cultural Council approves bench painting, holds Rail Trail project

The Wayland Cultural Council voted unanimously to sponsor painting of a bench for the Historical Commission's Rail Trail project, while putting the project itself on hold due to limited funds (balance under $1,000). The council also approved meeting notes from January 15, 2025, with one abstention, and discussed grant cycle updates, including a $500 award for the utility box painting project.

Wed Mar 12, 2025

Electronic Voting Implementation Subcommittee

Wayland subcommittee reviews remote voting rules ahead of April town meeting

The Electronic Voting Implementation Subcommittee will discuss legalizing remote participation for voters and next steps for the April 2025 Town Meeting. The meeting is remote-only via Zoom and may be recorded.

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✓ Decided: ELVIS subcommittee reviews remote participation requirements and Town Meeting prep

The Electronic Voting Implementation Subcommittee (ELVIS) met via Zoom and approved the minutes from September 18, 2024. They discussed new requirements for remote participation, including allowing remote registrants to check in on-premises and integrating remote participants into a single speaker queue. The subcommittee also reviewed the April 2025 Town Meeting schedule and ELVIS responsibilities, with plans for a consent calendar to expedite the meeting. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned.

Wed Mar 12, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Public Ceremonies Committee to vote on Gossels and LMC Award finalists

The Public Ceremonies Committee will consider finalists for the Gossels Award and the LMC Award and may vote to select recipients. They will also discuss Memorial Day planning and tasks. The meeting opens with public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee selects Richard Turner and David Pearlman for civic awards

The Public Ceremonies Committee selected Richard Turner for the Gossels Award and David Pearlman for the Lydia Marie Child Award, both to be presented at Town Meeting during Article 1. The committee declined a request to hold an essay contest for the USA 250th celebration, citing its existing commitments. Memorial Day planning tasks were assigned to members.

Tue Mar 11, 2025

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

Permanent Building Committee to review change orders for COA, Library projects

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee will meet on March 11, 2025. They will discuss updates on several projects including the Community Center/Council on Aging (COA), Wayland Free Library, Loker Recreation Grass Field, and Stone's Bridge. The committee will review and potentially approve change orders for the COA and Library projects. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

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Tue Mar 11, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to hear four variance applications for setbacks

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four applications seeking variances or special permits for setbacks at residential properties. The board will also review minutes from February 11, 2025, and take public comment.

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✓ Decided: Board approves two zoning relief requests, continues one, and schedules interim meeting

The Wayland Board of Appeals approved a variance/special permit for Buildstar Group LLC to build an addition at 5 Haven Ln, and for Kara and Kevin Britton to replace a garage at 18 Glezen Ln, both with conditions. The board continued the case for a retaining wall at 7 Sycamore Rd to April 8, 2025, and scheduled an interim meeting for March 25, 2025, to take a final vote on a zoning overlay article before Town Meeting.

Tue Mar 11, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear variance requests for retaining wall and porch at two residences

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two variance applications. Case #25-08 seeks relief to remove and rebuild a retaining wall that extends into neighboring property at 7 Sycamore Rd. Case #25-09 seeks a variance for a covered porch encroaching on the front yard setback at 9 South St. The board may deliberate and vote on both items.

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Tue Mar 11, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee to discuss Green Communities Grant and Climate Action Plan

The committee will discuss a prospective project for the DOER Green Communities Grant and the status of the Climate Action Plan. Members will also review steps for the Municipal Revolving Fund for Green Energy Projects ahead of the April 7 Town Meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee prioritizes electric chiller for Green Communities grant

The Energy and Climate Committee discussed and prioritized projects for the Green Communities Grant application, favoring replacing the natural gas chiller at the Public Safety Building with an electric one. They also reviewed the Climate Action Mobilization Plan (CAMP) progress and set a September meeting to revisit it. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to approve the meeting minutes (4-0).

Tue Mar 11, 2025

Planning Board

Continued public hearing for definitive subdivision at 13 Charena Road

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a definitive subdivision at 13 Charena Road (PB #24-07). The board also plans to review draft minutes, discuss board roles, and receive updates on the Route 20 Master Plan public forum, a continued site plan hearing for 164-172 Cochituate Road, and a lot release discussion for 5 Paths Court Subdivision.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board continues 13 Charena Road subdivision hearing to April 22

The Planning Board voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for the 13 Charena Road definitive subdivision (PB #24-07) to April 22, 2025, extending the decision deadline to May 27, 2025. The applicant's engineer agreed to several revisions, including adding a driveway easement, correcting plan inconsistencies, and providing a tree plan. The board also approved draft minutes from February 18 and 25, 2025, and discussed upcoming meetings and board role changes.

Mon Mar 10, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board backs 212 Cochituate Road supportive housing, forms working group

The Select Board met jointly with housing and equity committees to discuss reusing the town-owned 4-acre parcel at 212 Cochituate Road for supportive housing, including shared living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Board expressed consensus support for the initiative and agreed to form a working group, but took no formal vote. The Board also entered executive session to discuss union grievances and collective bargaining, and approved minutes from prior meetings.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
9 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of February 24, 2025, as amended and February 26, 2025, as written. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of March 4, 2025, as written. Roll Call Vote:
4 yea
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Mar 10, 2025

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth committee to hear opioid abatement update, plan prevention events

The Wayland Youth Advisory Committee will discuss clinical updates, the MassCall3b regional partnership including focus groups and Drug Story Theater for 10th graders, and an update on Opioid Abatement Funds with co-response clinician interviews. They will also review community education efforts like spring youth night and SBIRT, and school partnerships including attendance and nicotine-free generation policy.

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✓ Decided: Wayland Youth Advisory Council approves Feb. minutes, hears updates

The Wayland Youth Advisory Council approved the February meeting minutes with no changes. Members discussed the swastika graffiti at the community pool, heard updates on Youth and Family Services programs, and reviewed school attendance and nicotine prevention efforts. No formal votes were taken on new policies or funding.

Mon Mar 10, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Trust to attend Select Board discussion on affordable housing

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust is meeting solely to attend a Select Board discussion on affordable housing. No separate votes or decisions are scheduled; the Trust may participate in the conversation if a quorum is present.

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Mon Mar 10, 2025

Council On Aging Board

Wayland Cultural Council to review 2025 grant cycle, utility box art

The Wayland Cultural Council will meet on March 12, 2025 via Zoom to address the 2025 Grant Cycle, next steps for a utility box painting project on Route 20, and updates from the Historical Commission on the rail trail project. The board will also welcome new members and discuss bulletin board usage.

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✓ Decided: COA building 95% complete; Eversource connection delayed 3 weeks

The Council on Aging board approved the February 10, 2025 minutes as amended. Bill Sterling reported the new COA building is about 95% complete, with the main remaining work being Eversource's electrical connection, which is about three weeks behind schedule. The board discussed several building details, including rebidding the AV proposal, adding a cooktop, and installing floor mats for fitness classes. No formal votes were taken on these items.

Mon Mar 10, 2025

Housing Partnership

Housing Partnership to discuss affordable housing with Select Board

The Wayland Housing Partnership has been invited to attend a Select Board meeting where affordable housing will be discussed. This agenda is posted in case a quorum of the Partnership attends. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Housing Partnership joins Select Board meeting on 212 Cochituate Road shared living proposal

The Wayland Housing Partnership met on March 10, 2025, and then joined the Select Board meeting, where SB member Tom Fay provided background on the shared living proposal for 212 Cochituate Road. Several WHP members spoke in support of the proposal. The WHP meeting was adjourned unanimously (8 yeas) at 8:31.

Fri Mar 7, 2025

Recreation Commission

Recreation Commission to vote on FY2026 revolving fund spending caps

The Recreation Commission will discuss and vote on expenditure limits for the FY2026 Revolving Fund. Members will also review a field and facilities use policy and a vendor packet for independent contractors. The body will discuss the re-use of 195 Main Street and goal setting for FY2026 through FY2030.

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✓ Decided: Commission votes to notify Select Board of vacancy, designates Norton to landfill committee

The Recreation Commission voted 4-0 to inform the Select Board of a vacancy on the Commission following the passing of member David Pearlman. It also voted 4-0 to designate Mark Norton to serve on the Route 20 South Landfill Visioning Committee until November 1, 2025, subject to Select Board confirmation. The Commission discussed the re-use of 195 Main Street, agreeing to consult with representatives from similar public-private models at its next meeting. It approved Revolving Fund Spending Caps for FY 2026, but tabled the goal-setting exercise for FY 2026 until April.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Vote:
8 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · B. Wright yea · A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · B. Wright yea
to approve Revolving Fund Spending Caps as recommended. Vote:
4 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · B. Wright yea
to adopt: This matter was tabled until later in April 2025. Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of meeting, if any: B. Wright nominated M. Norton to serve as the…
4 yea
A. Foster yea · M. Norton yea · L. Stewart yea · B. Wright yea
Wed Mar 5, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Advisory Board to review signage applications for two local businesses

The Wayland Design Review Advisory Board will meet remotely to review signage applications for Jersey Mike’s at 44 Main St. and Wayland Pack and Ship at 297 Boston Post Rd. The board will also review meeting notes from January 8, 2025, and allow public comment.

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✓ Decided: Wayland Design Review Board approves 44 Main St. signs with limits, denies Boston Post Rd. sign application

The Board approved the sign design for 44 Main St. with the condition that the signs not be internally lit and that their size be subject to ZBA review or comply with all size restrictions in Town bylaws. The Board denied the application for 297 Boston Post Rd. due to insufficient information about the current and prior signage. The Board also approved the meeting notes from December 4, 2024, and adjourned.

Wed Mar 5, 2025

Conservation Commission

Heard Pond invasive plant control program public hearing

The Conservation Commission will hold five public hearings on Notices of Intent for projects affecting wetlands, including continued hearings on invasive plant management at Heard Pond, a three-house subdivision at 13 Charena Road, and unpermitted work at 108 Lakeshore Drive. New hearings cover septic replacements at 31 White Road and 38 Lakeshore Drive. Two public meetings address fence installation and prior clearing at 110 Concord Road and a septic replacement at 69 Rice Road. The commission also will discuss draft Chapter 193 regulations and consider a certificate of compliance for 90 Dudley Road.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves septic replacements at 31 White Rd and 38 Lakeshore Dr

The Wayland Conservation Commission approved two septic system replacement projects, issuing Orders of Conditions for 31 White Road and 38 Lakeshore Drive, both with conditions including vegetative buffers and replanting plans. The Commission also continued three public hearings (Heard Pond, 13 Charena Road, 108 Lakeshore Drive) to later dates, and issued permits for fence/clearing work at 110 Concord Road and a septic replacement at 69 Rice Road.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 April 16, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
4 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to March 26, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
8 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to close the hearing under the WPA and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
12 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue an Order of Conditions approving the project under the WPA and Ch 194 contingent upon the resubmittal of materials and conditioned as discussed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue an Order of Conditions approving the project under the WPA and Ch 194 contingent upon L. Hansen working with the applicant to create a replanting plan and conditioned as discussed. S…
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a negative determination of applicability under the WPA and a permit under Chapter 194 with conditions as discussed and subject to L. Hansen working with the applicant to create a…
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a negative determination of applicability under the WPA and a permit under Ch 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · S. Fischer yea · J. Brown yea · T. Davidson yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the minutes from February 12, 2025. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
L. Legere yea · B. Howell yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:31PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
Tue Mar 4, 2025

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

PMBC to discuss and approve change orders for Community Center/COA project

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee will meet on March 4, 2024, to hear updates on several municipal building projects, including the Community Center/Council on Aging (COA) and the Wayland Free Library. The committee will review and vote on change orders for both the COA and library projects, and receive updates on the Loker Recreation Grass Field and Stone's Bridge projects.

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Tue Mar 4, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approves four articles for 2025 Town Meeting warrant

The Select Board voted to recommend four articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant: amending Town Code Chapter 19, creating an Energy Projects Revolving Fund with a $50,000 FY2026 spending limit, adopting M.G.L. 43C §11 to establish a Department of Municipal Finance, and amending the zoning bylaw to add a Pre-Order Pick-up Window Overlay District. All votes were unanimous among present members, with one or two members absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Roll Call Vote:
10 yea · 5 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · T. Fay yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · D. Levine absent · T. Fay yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · D. Levine absent
to amend Section 19-10-A of the Code of the Town of Wayland by inserting a new revolving fund entitled “Energy Projects ” in the chart as follows, or take any other action relative thereto and…
4 yea · 1 absent
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent
to approve Article BB. Adopt Massachusetts General Laws ( M.G.L .) 43C , § 11 as shown on the screen-share with edits from Town Counsel . In discussion, T. Fay would share the final version with the…
3 yea · 2 absent
T. Fay yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley absent · D. Levine absent
Tue Mar 4, 2025

Board of Health

Board to discuss failed Title 5 inspection at 22 Forest Hill Rd and septic permit fee review

The Wayland Board of Health will consider a failed Title 5 inspection report for 22 Forest Hill Road, review applicant requirements for licensed disposal works installers, and discuss lifeguard requirements for the Alta Oxbow pool. The board will also review non-septic permit fees for farmers markets and temporary events, and receive health director updates including correspondence on Charena Farms subdivision and a water meter proposal for a nail salon at 310 Commonwealth Road.

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Mon Mar 3, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 budgets and warrant articles for Town Meeting

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on the recommended FY26 Omnibus Operating and Capital Budgets, the Finance Committee's report for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting, and numerous warrant articles. Items include a potential re-vote on the budgets and review of new information. The committee will also consider specific articles such as establishing a Capital Improvement Committee and the FY26 Omnibus Budget.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves report for 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to approve its report for inclusion in the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant, with the chair authorized to make final edits. The report includes a simplified Table 2 and a corrected Table 13, and references removal of the $5.5M High School Wastewater Facility upgrade from the 5-Year Capital Plan. No new information was presented regarding the recommended FY26 budgets or warrant articles, so no re-votes occurred.

Mon Mar 3, 2025

Finance Committee

FinCom to finalize FY26 budgets and warrant report for Annual Town Meeting

The Finance Committee will review and potentially re-vote on its recommended FY26 Omnibus Operating and Capital Budgets, finalize its report for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, and discuss specific warrant articles including Article U (establishing a Capital Improvement Committee) and Article FF (the omnibus budget). The meeting includes votes on minutes and any new information received since the prior meeting.

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Mon Mar 3, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board to approve 7th motor vehicle excise commitment of $22,083.64

The Board of Assessors will meet remotely to approve the 7th motor vehicle excise commitment (289 bills totaling $22,083.64), review minutes, and receive a director's update on abatement inspections. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss abatements, including a specific property case at 3 Glen Oak Drive.

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✓ Decided: Board accepts FY2025 motor vehicle excise commitment

The Board of Assessors unanimously accepted the FY2025 (CY 2024) motor vehicle and trailer excise seventh commitment, totaling $22,083.64 in taxes on 289 bills. The board also approved the minutes from the February 3, 2025 open session. No public comment was received, and no other substantive decisions were made during the open session.

Mon Mar 3, 2025

Historical Commission

Wayland Historical Commission to review anniversary and site reports

The Historical Commission will meet to review minutes from February 3, 2025. The body will discuss reports regarding the town's 250th anniversary, house plaques, and archaeology monitoring. Members will also review rail trail signage and an electrical box on the Rail Trail.

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✓ Decided: Historical Commission schedules brush clearing for May 3-4

The Wayland Historical Commission approved a public brush clearing event for May 3-4, 2025, and approved the February 2025 minutes with corrections. They discussed several ongoing projects, including house plaque records, 250th anniversary events, Stone's Bridge status, and rail trail signs, but no other formal decisions were made.

Thu Feb 27, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to vote on FY26 Operating Budget and ATM Warrant

The Finance Committee will review and vote on its recommended FY26 Operating Budget, the Report for the Annual Town Meeting Warrant, and the FY26 Omnibus Capital Budget and 5-year capital plan. The committee will also discuss and potentially re-vote on individual ATM warrant articles listed in Exhibit A, which include zoning amendments, property transfers, and environmental remediation projects. Some articles have been previously voted or withdrawn.

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✓ Decided: FinCom recommends approval of two ATM warrant articles after re-votes

The Finance Committee re-voted and recommended approval of Article X (Energy Projects Revolving Fund) and Article U (Capital Improvement Planning Committee) for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. Both articles had been modified by the Select Board, prompting re-votes. The committee also discussed the FY26 budget and capital plans but took no votes on those items.

Wed Feb 26, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board authorizes $45M MWRA dual-source water design contract

The Select Board voted 5-0 to authorize the Town Manager to execute a contract amendment for engineering services to complete 30% design of the proposed dual-source municipal water supply, including the MWRA connection. The Board also took positions on several 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles, supporting the Energy Revolving Fund, MGL 43C §11, and the FY2026 Omnibus Budget, while deferring action on a citizens petition. No other substantive decisions were made.

🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the language should be direct and explicit that only rebates and incentives related to projects funded by free-cash would be eligible revenue sources for the revolving fund. T. Fay moved…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Finance Committee provided comments. T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to permit co-sponsorship of Article Z. Amend Zoning Bylaw by the Select Board and the Zoning Board of Appeals. Roll…
4 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Finance Committee provided comments. T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to permit co-sponsorship of Article Z. Amend Zoning Bylaw by the Select Board and the Zoning Board of Appeals. Roll…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board agree to take a position with respect to the support of Article FF. Fiscal Year 2026 Omnibus Budget and Enterprise Fund Capital Budgets. In discussion, W. Whitney felt the vote of…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board agree to take a position with respect to the support of Article FF. Fiscal Year 2026 Omnibus Budget and Enterprise Fund Capital Budgets. In discussion, W. Whitney felt the vote of…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board defer its recommendation, if any, until Town Meeting. W. Whitney questioned whether the motion was necessary. T. Fay concurred. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to authorize Town Manager Michael McCall to execute a contract amendment to engineering services with respect to a proposed Dual Source Municipal Water Supply. Roll Call Vote: 4
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Roll Call Vote:
4 yea · 1 absent
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney absent
Wed Feb 26, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 Operating and Capital Budgets

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially vote on the recommended FY26 Operating Budget and Omnibus Capital Budget. The body will also review the report and remaining articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

Multiple project updates and change order approvals for Wayland municipal buildings

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee will receive updates on several ongoing construction projects, including the Community Center/Council on Aging (COA), Wayland Free Public Library, Loker Recreation Grass Field, and Stone's Bridge. They will also review and vote on change orders for the COA project, including extended General Conditions, and approve minutes from January 7, 2025.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

Committee to review change orders for COA project, updates on capital projects

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee will discuss updates on several town capital projects, including the Community Center/Council on Aging (COA) project, the Loker Recreation Grass Field Project, and the Stone's Bridge Project. The committee will also review and approve change orders, including extended general conditions for the COA project, and approve minutes from January 7, 2025.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to finalize FY26 budget recommendation and Town Meeting warrant articles

The Finance Committee will vote on the recommended FY26 operating budget, including any new information and potential re-votes from the previous meeting. They will also review and vote on the Finance Committee's report for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant, discuss remaining warrant articles listed in Exhibit A, and consider the FY26 capital budgets and 5-year capital plan. Public comment is limited to two minutes per person.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to continue hearing on Veritas Christian Academy campus site plan

The Wayland Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on site plan approval for the Veritas Christian Academy campus at 164-172 Cochituate Road. They will also discuss an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for the same address and a lot release for 5 Path Court subdivision. The board will review past minutes and receive updates on upcoming public meetings, including a potential joint forum on the Route 20 Master Plan.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board continues Veritas Christian Academy site plan hearing to March 25

The Wayland Planning Board approved an ANR plan consolidating four lots at 164-172 Cochituate Road into one parcel (3-0-1). The board continued the Veritas Christian Academy site plan review to March 25, 2025, with a detailed list of action items for the applicant and peer reviewer. The board also continued the 5 Paths Court subdivision lot release to March 25 and approved the February 11 meeting minutes.

Mon Feb 24, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board supports regional dispatch, approves consent items, backs many ATM articles

The Select Board voted 5-0 to support joining the Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center via an attestation letter, and approved the consent calendar including a $150,934.41 audio/visual contract funded by ARPA. The Board also voted to support numerous 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles, including the High School Turf Field Remediation and Accessory Dwelling Units zoning. The Town Manager evaluation was deferred to the next meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Vote:
69 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar but for Item #4. Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar Item #4 to be funded by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of February 3, 2025 and February 10, 2025, as amended. Vote:
4 yea
T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Resolution The Board discussed Finance Committee’s stance on the article. EE Amend Town Code Chapter 36-18 T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article EE. Amend Town Code Chapter 36-18…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Resolution The Board discussed Finance Committee’s stance on the article. EE Amend Town Code Chapter 36-18 T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article EE. Amend Town Code Chapter 36-18…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the West Suburban Veteran’s District was interviewing candidates for the Veteran’s Services Director position A15. Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance, if any…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Feb 24, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 operating and capital budgets

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on the recommended FY26 operating budget for the town and schools. The body will also review the 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant and the FY26-30 five-year capital plan.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves FY26 operating budget and recommends warrant articles

The Finance Committee approved a FY26 General Fund Budget of $107,961,661 and recommended approval of several 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles, including the FY26 Omnibus Budget (Article FF) and Accessory Dwelling Units zoning (Article II). The committee deferred its recommendation on Article U (Capital Improvement Committee) until the ATM, pending clarifications. The meeting also included discussions on the FinCom's report for the ATM warrant.

Mon Feb 24, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to review animal keeping and pool requirements

The Board of Health will consider an application for chickens at 12 Winthrop Road and lifeguard requirements for a semi-public pool at Alta Oxbow. The board will also discuss budget cuts, non-septic permit fees, and PFAS at 195 Main St.

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✓ Decided: Board approves chicken-keeping variances at 12 Winthrop Road (4-0)

The Board of Health approved variances for an animal-keeping permit allowing 10 chickens at 12 Winthrop Road, despite the lot being under one acre and the offset distance to an abutter being less than 150 feet. The permit is renewed annually. The Board tabled a discussion on lifeguard requirements for the Alta Oxbow semi-public pool because the applicant did not attend. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of informational updates and correspondence.

Mon Feb 24, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board of Public Works to discuss Long Term Water Supply with Select Board

The Board of Public Works will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board to discuss the Long Term Water Supply. The meeting begins with opening remarks and roll call, followed by the joint discussion, and adjournment at 8:15 PM. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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Wed Feb 19, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library Trustees to discuss Millennium Fund Special Act and building repairs

The Board of Library Trustees will consider spending on children's room furnishings and the use of restricted funds for books. The board will also discuss a Special Act for the Millennium Fund and provide updates on building maintenance and capital improvement projects.

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Wed Feb 19, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Board to vote on $25,148 for children's room furnishings at Wayland Library

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review monthly reports, approve draft minutes, and discuss or vote on several items. Key decisions include approving up to $25,148 for children's room furnishings from Tucker Library Interiors, a $196.80 payment for books from restricted library funds, and updates on the Millennium Fund special act and building maintenance projects. The meeting also includes public comment and reports from the Head of Circulation.

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✓ Decided: Library Trustees approve $25,148 Children's Room furnishings and 2025 Plan of Work

The Board approved spending $25,148 from State Aid for new Children's Room furnishings, approved the 2025 Plan of Work, and authorized $196.80 for books from Small Funds. They also discussed the Millennium Fund Special Act for Town Meeting and noted no changes to the FY26 budget.

Wed Feb 19, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee continues FY26 budget review and warrant article votes

The Wayland Finance Committee will meet on February 19, 2025, to continue its review and possible vote on the FY26 operating budget for the town and schools. The committee will also review and vote on articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant, including zoning changes, capital projects, and other municipal matters. Additionally, they will discuss and potentially vote on the recommended FY26 capital budget and five-year capital plan. Updates on West Suburban Health Group insurance premiums for FY26 are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee reviews FY26 budget, defers vote on Capital Improvement Committee article

The Finance Committee reviewed the Town Manager's revised FY26 Operating Budget, noting a proposed 3.61% tax levy increase and discussing revenue sources. They deferred voting on Article U, which would establish a Capital Improvement Committee, pending resolution of legal questions. No final votes were taken on the budget or capital budget items.

Wed Feb 19, 2025

Housing Partnership

Wayland Housing Partnership to discuss ADU bylaw and shared housing

The Wayland Housing Partnership will review the draft Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw and discuss next steps. The body will also receive updates on shared housing regarding 212 Cochituate TM Article, Roche Family Real Estate Company, and Matt O’Connor.

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✓ Decided: Housing Partnership approves letter supporting MBTA Communities Act

The Wayland Housing Partnership unanimously approved a letter to the State supporting the MBTA Communities Act remaining as is, in response to the Milton decision. The board also discussed next steps for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and a potential public forum before Town Meeting, and heard an update on a shared housing proposal from the Roche Family Real Estate Company for 212 Cochituate Road.

Tue Feb 18, 2025

Planning Board

Public hearing on allowing accessory dwelling units by-right and other zoning amendments

The Wayland Planning Board will hold a public hearing on February 18, 2025 to receive comments on proposed zoning bylaw amendments. The most significant change would allow accessory dwelling units by-right, as required by state law. The board will also consider updates to overlay districts and creation of a Restaurant Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board holds public hearing on zoning bylaw amendments

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the town's zoning bylaws. The meeting also includes updates from the Town Planner regarding upcoming public meetings.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends against pick-up window overlay district

The Planning Board voted 2-3 against recommending adoption of the Restaurant Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District article for Town Meeting, with members citing drafting concerns. The Board approved the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Housekeeping articles, authorizing the Chair to finalize favorable reports to Town Meeting. The public hearing on the zoning articles was closed unanimously.

Tue Feb 18, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss affordable housing and federal executive action responses

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will hold a discussion on affordable housing with local housing officials. The committee may also vote on a statement and website resources for residents affected by new federal executive actions.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss affordable housing and federal executive actions

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss affordable housing with representatives from the Wayland Housing Authority and Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The committee may also vote on a statement and the addition of website resources for community members affected by new federal executive actions.

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✓ Decided: HRDEIC approves statement on federal executive actions

The committee voted unanimously to approve a statement addressing community members affected by new federal executive actions, with two amendments. It also approved adding 'Know Your Rights' resources to its website and co-sponsored a library program. The committee agreed to co-sponsor a Community Housing Forum before Town Meeting.

Tue Feb 18, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss statement on federal executive actions and affordable housing

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will hear from town housing officials about affordable housing, then consider a statement and website resources for residents affected by new federal executive actions. The committee may also vote on January meeting minutes and receive an update from the Wayland Museum & Historical Society.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 operating and capital budgets

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially vote on the FY26 operating budget for the town and schools. The body will also review the FY26-30 five-year capital plan and various articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee reviews FY26 budget, recommends several ATM warrant articles

The Finance Committee reviewed the Town Manager's revised FY26 Operating Budget, which totals $107,961,661 (3.49% increase), and discussed health insurance cost reductions, potential override needs, and various warrant articles. The committee voted to recommend approval of Article B (paying unpaid bills) and Article CC (non-binding resolution on 195 Main Street), with the latter passing 2-1-2. No final decisions were made on the overall budget, which remains under review.

Fri Feb 14, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Route 20 corridor revitalization and overlay district status

The Economic Development Committee will discuss key initiatives for the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor, including a restaurant pre-order pickup overlay district, sidewalk engineering funding for state TIP construction queue, and town center activation through grants and events. The committee will also review next steps for a state economic development bond award that could fund the Master Plan design and an economic development officer position.

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✓ Decided: EDC approves Wayland Village Plaza infographic, advances overlay district article

The Economic Development Committee approved the Wayland Village Plaza infographic for posting and advanced the restaurant pre-order pick-up window overlay district article, which the ZBA co-sponsored and is pending Select Board approval. The committee also appointed Val Ilchenko as its representative to the South Landfill Visioning Committee and discussed funding for Route 20 sidewalk engineering.

Fri Feb 14, 2025

Recreation Commission

Recreation Commission to vote on new field/facility use fees and vendor policy

The Recreation Commission will continue discussion and possibly vote to adopt updated Recreation Department Field & Facilities Use Policy and a Vendor Packet for Independent Contractors, effective July 1, 2025. Commissioners will also set goals and budget requests for FY2026 through FY2030, and vote on recommended revolving fund spending caps for the Annual Town Meeting. Other business includes approving January 21, 2025 minutes and receiving department updates.

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✓ Decided: Wayland Recreation Commission adopts fee increases for field permits

The Commission voted 3-1 to adopt increased fees for field and facility use, effective at the start of the summer permit season. The vote was taken after discussion of the fee-setting process and impacts on user groups. All other agenda items were tabled to the next meeting.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to accept the increases as written on the revised fee chart as discussed at the meeting effective on the last day of Wayland Public Schools 2024-2025 school year, the first day of the summer permit…
3 yea · 1 nay
D. Pearlman yea · L. Stewart yea · B. Wright yea · M. Norton nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Feb 12, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Public Ceremonies Committee to review LMC Award finalists and plan Memorial Day

The committee will meet with the Moderator to discuss the Gossels Award presentation and LM Child award announcement at the Annual Town Meeting. They will review finalists for the LMC Award and possibly vote. Discussion of Memorial Day observances is also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Committee discusses Gossels Award presentation for Town Meeting

The Public Ceremonies Committee met and discussed the presentation of the Gossels Award at the upcoming Town Meeting in April, with the article to be submitted by Bonnie Gossels. The moderator advised reducing the article's length and clarifying who will present. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was procedural, with discussions on recruiting new members and a potential essay contest for the US 250th celebration deferred to March.

Wed Feb 12, 2025

Conservation Commission

Public hearing on unpermitted renovation at 108 Lakeshore Dr near Dudley Pond

The Conservation Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a Notice of Intent for prior unpermitted renovation work at 108 Lakeshore Drive, within 100 feet of Dudley Pond. They will also discuss stormwater and land disturbance permits for 162-172 Cochituate Road and 18 Glezen Lane, review draft Chapter 193 regulations, and vote on releasing Community Preservation Committee funds. The meeting concludes with public comment and approval of previous minutes.

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Wed Feb 12, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hear unpermitted renovation at 108 Lakeshore Dr.

The Wayland Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent for prior unpermitted renovation work at 108 Lakeshore Drive, near Dudley Pond. The meeting also includes review of stormwater permits, draft regulations for Chapter 193, a vote to release Community Preservation Committee (CPC) funds, and an update on the High School turf field project.

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✓ Decided: Conservation Commission approves stormwater permit for 18 Glezen Lane garage project

The Commission approved a stormwater permit (SWLD-143) for a new garage at 18 Glezen Lane, with conditions, by a 7-0 vote. It also continued the hearing for 108 Lakeshore Dr. to March 5, 2025, and released $17,750 in Community Preservation Committee funds. Discussions were held on tree regulations and the high school turf field, but no decisions were made on those topics.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to March 5, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a permit under Chapter 193 approving the project with conditions as proposed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to release the CPC funds for $17,750. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the minutes from January 29, 2025. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:51PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
Wed Feb 12, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to continue review and vote on FY26 operating budget and warrant articles

The Finance Committee will continue its review of the FY26 operating budget for the town and schools, including potential use of excess levy and additional funding sources. They will also review the FY26 capital budgets and five-year capital plan. Additionally, the committee will discuss and vote on articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant, covering items such as zoning amendments, capital stabilization fund appropriation, and other town ordinances.

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Wed Feb 12, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 operating and capital budgets

The committee is continuing its review and possible vote on the FY26 operating budget for the town and schools. Members will also discuss the FY26-30 five-year capital plan and various articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves FY26 capital budget, enterprise funds, and 5-year plan

The Finance Committee voted to approve the FY26 Omnibus Capital Budget of $9,785,623, the Enterprise Funds' FY26 Capital Budgets of $3,145,000, and the 5-Year Capital Plan for FY26-30 of $43,315,919, with some abstentions. The committee also recommended approval of several 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles, including zoning amendments, revolving fund limits, and various funding requests. No decisions were made on the FY26 operating budget, which remains under review.

Wed Feb 12, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board to discuss long-term water supply and vote on Transfer Station budget

The Board of Public Works will discuss the long-term water supply, including updates on 195 Main Street, the Interbasin Transfer Act Permit, and Happy Hollow Treatment Construction Costs. They will also consider and possibly vote on the Transfer Station FY26 Operating Budget. Other agenda items include Town Meeting articles, a DPW project update, and FY26 budget updates. All topics are subject to deliberation and vote.

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✓ Decided: Board approves FY26 Transfer Station budget with $58K evaluation funding

The Wayland Board of Public Works voted 3-1 to approve the FY26 Transfer Station operating budget, which includes a $58,000 placeholder funded from retained earnings for an evaluation of operations and curbside options. The board also discussed the long-term water supply, including the potential $10 million cost to clean up PFAS at 195 Main Street if Happy Hollow Wells continue operating, and prepared for a joint meeting with the Select Board to request $300,000 in remaining design funds for the Happy Hollow filtration system.

Tue Feb 11, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to vote on revisions to four non-union leave policies

The Personnel Board will discuss and possibly vote on recommending revisions to four non-union personnel policies: Jury Duty, Military Leave, Annual Leave, and Bereavement Leave. The board will also discuss the Fire Staffing Study approved at the 2024 Annual Town Meeting, review a Classification and Compensation Study Request for Proposal, and plan for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting article to update Personnel Bylaws and the Wage & Classification Plan.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves revised jury duty and bereavement policies

The Wayland Personnel Board voted unanimously to approve revisions to the non-union Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave policies. The Military Leave policy was discussed but tabled for further revision to add USERRA language. The board also approved the October 16, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed the ongoing Classification and Compensation Study RFP and Fire Staffing Study.

Tue Feb 11, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA discusses proposed overlay district for restaurant pick-up windows and three variance applications

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss a proposed Article Z Restaurant Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District, providing zoning language comments for a public hearing and considering co-sponsorship. The board will also hear three variance/special permit applications: finishing a basement at 4 Marshall Terrace, building a garage at 18 Glezen Ln, and converting a pet supply store to a restaurant at 44 Main St. They will review meeting minutes from December and January.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to discuss clinical updates and regional partnerships

The Youth Advisory Committee will review clinical overviews and group updates. The body will also discuss the MassCall3b Regional Partnership and Opioid Abatement Funds updates.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to review variance requests for residential and business properties

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to discuss three applications for variances or special permits. The board will deliberate and potentially vote on requests regarding floor area increases, garage construction, and a business change of use.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves restaurant use and sign at 44 Main St, co-sponsors Route 20 zoning article

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a two-part special permit for a restaurant use change and a sign at 44 Main St (Jersey Mike's), with conditions including Design Review Advisory Board approval. The board also voted to co-sponsor a proposed zoning amendment for a restaurant pre-order pick-up window overlay district on Route 20. Three other applications were continued to March 11, 2025, and minutes from prior meetings were approved.

Tue Feb 11, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to discuss restaurant pick-up window overlay and four zoning applications

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss proposed zoning language and potential co-sponsorship for a Restaurant Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District. The board will also hear applications for variances and special permits regarding residential additions, basement finishing, and a commercial change of use.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Surface Water Quality Committee

Committee to discuss Dudley Pond impacts and Heard Pond herbicide update

The Surface Water Quality Committee will meet remotely to discuss water quality concerns. The agenda includes updates on a herbicide Notice of Intent for Heard Pond and the impact of the former DPW site development on Dudley Pond.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board holds public hearing for 13 Charena Road subdivision

The Planning Board will continue a public hearing regarding a definitive subdivision at 13 Charena Road. The board will also discuss a lot release for the 5 Path Court Subdivision.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board continues 3-lot subdivision hearing at 13 Charena Road to March 11

The Wayland Planning Board voted 5-0 to continue the public hearing for the 3-lot definitive subdivision at 13 Charena Road to March 11, 2025, pending revised plans and responses to peer reviews. The board also discussed deed and HOA corrections for the 5 Paths Court subdivision, agreeing to continue that discussion on February 25. Draft minutes from January 28 were approved 4-0-1.

Mon Feb 10, 2025

Audit Committee

✓ Decided: Audit Committee approves annual reports for Select Board and Town

The Audit Committee approved both the draft annual report to the Select Board and the committee's annual report for the Town's Annual Report, as amended during the meeting. The report notes no material weaknesses or control deficiencies in the current audit cycle, but lists remaining work and new recommendations. The motion passed 4-0.

Mon Feb 10, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board supports regional dispatch, advances 195 Main St. cleanup articles

The Select Board discussed and supported a proposal to regionalize police, fire, and EMS dispatch with Natick and Framingham, with a decision expected after reviewing the Inter-Municipal Agreement. The Board also voted to support multiple warrant articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting, including a $250,000 request for Route 20 design and an amended article for environmental cleanup at 195 Main Street. Appointments and procedural items were also handled.

Mon Feb 10, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Wastewater commission to review FY26 rate study

The Wayland Wastewater Management District Commission will hold a remote meeting to discuss and potentially decide on the FY26 rate study presented by the Abrahams Group, along with monthly operating and financial reports. Commissioners will also handle public comment, requests for service, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

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Mon Feb 10, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 operating and capital budgets

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially vote on the FY26 operating budget for the town and schools, as well as the FY26-30 five-year capital plan. The body will also review various articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant.

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✓ Decided: FinCom recommends approval of several 2025 ATM warrant articles

The Finance Committee reviewed and voted on multiple 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles. It recommended approval for the Special Education Reserve Fund ($500,000), CPA rescission for 70-74 Main Street, CPA bylaw amendment, Enterprise Fund budgets, and CPA open space/recreation projects. It voted to take no position on articles with negligible financial impact, and denied the feasibility study for a grass field at 195/207 Main Street. The committee also approved minutes from the previous meeting.

Mon Feb 10, 2025

Council On Aging Board

Council On Aging Board to review Community Center progress and June 5 grand opening

The Council On Aging Board will receive progress and budget updates for the COA Community Center. The board will discuss the projected completion date and the scheduled grand opening on June 5, 2025.

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✓ Decided: COA building construction on schedule, grand opening set for June 5

The Wayland Council on Aging board met remotely and approved the January 6, 2025 minutes. Construction of the new COA facility remains on schedule for completion by end of March, with the grand opening planned for June 5. The board discussed electrical service, charging stations, AV system, and fire department approval. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

Fri Feb 7, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Route 20 corridor improvements and state bond bill award top agenda

The Wayland Economic Development Committee will discuss several initiatives for the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor, including a restaurant pick-up window overlay district, sidewalk engineering funding, and town center activation. They will also consider next steps for a state economic development bond bill award and updates on vacant properties and specific commercial sites.

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Thu Feb 6, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

Committee to consider statement and resources regarding federal executive orders

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will discuss and potentially vote on a statement for community members affected by new federal executive orders. The committee may also vote to add informational resources to the HRDEIC website regarding these orders.

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Wed Feb 5, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to vote on FY26 operating and capital budgets

The Wayland Finance Committee will continue reviewing and possibly vote on the FY26 Operating Budget for the Town and Schools, as well as the FY26 Capital Budget and 5-Year Capital Plan. The committee will also review and vote on proposed warrant articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting, covering topics from budgeting to zoning changes.

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Wed Feb 5, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to continue review and possible vote on FY26 operating and capital budgets

The Finance Committee will continue reviewing and potentially voting on the FY26 Operating Budget for the Town and Schools, including the Town Manager's proposed budget and the School Superintendent's recommended budget. They will also discuss the Finance Committee's report for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting (ATM) Warrant, and review and vote on the FY26 Capital Budget and 5-Year Capital Plan. Additionally, the committee will review and vote on articles submitted for the ATM Warrant, covering topics such as zoning amendments, funding for projects, and town code changes.

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Wed Feb 5, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee continues review of FY26 budgets and Town Meeting articles

The Finance Committee will continue reviewing the FY26 operating and capital budgets, with potential votes. They will also review the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles, which include budget articles and zoning changes. Public comment is limited to two minutes per person.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends approval of Capital Stabilization Fund and other ATM articles

The Finance Committee voted to recommend approval of several 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles, including the Capital Stabilization Fund appropriation ($250,000 from Free Cash) and the OPEB Funding article. It also voted to withdraw Article GG (Enterprise Fund Operating Budgets and Capital Expenditures) and to recommend approval of Article P (Reaffirm Remote Participation at Town Meeting). The committee continued its review of the FY26 capital and operating budgets, with no final votes taken on those items.

Tue Feb 4, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee discusses green energy funding and solar projects

The committee is reviewing reports on sustainability projects, including solar arrays and EV chargers for the Council on Aging Community Center. Members will discuss the Municipal Revolving Fund for Green Energy Projects and steps leading to the April 7 Town Meeting. The meeting also covers residential heat pump outreach and upcoming grant applications.

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✓ Decided: Energy committee reviews solar, boiler projects; no votes taken

The Energy and Climate Committee met on February 4, 2025, and received updates on several projects, including the Community Center rooftop solar (canopy dropped), EV charger installation, and Loker boiler replacement. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the January 7 meeting minutes (4-0). The committee also discussed the new Sustainability Coordinator position and upcoming events.

Tue Feb 4, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Energy and Climate Committee to discuss green energy revolving fund and solar projects

The committee will review reports from the Sustainability Manager on solar construction at Loker Elementary School and energy efficiency projects at Town Hall. Members will discuss steps for a Municipal Revolving Fund for Green Energy Projects ahead of the April 7 Town Meeting. The meeting also includes updates on residential heat pump outreach and various state grant applications.

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Mon Feb 3, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approves consolidating Wayland's polling locations to Town Building for April election

The Select Board voted 5-0 to consolidate the town's two polling locations into a single location at the Wayland Town Building for the April 2025 Annual Town Election. The board also approved the consent calendar, including a $9,845.99 firefighter safety equipment grant and the signing of the Fourth Amendment to the Declaration of Easements with BOS Retail 1, LLC. Discussions were held on the FY26 operating budget ($109.4 million) and capital budget ($12.6 million), but no votes were taken on those items. The board entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the firefighters union.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Select Board enter into Executive Session a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve for the purposes of the Annual Town Election in April 2025, to consolidate to a single polling location located at the Wayland Town Building. In discussion, C. Martin acknowledged…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of items #2 and #4. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar Item #4. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of January 6, 2025 and January 13, 2025, as amended. In discussion, the Board made non-substantive revisions to January 6, 2025. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board amend the warrant article seeking approval to clean up 195 Main Street given the advice received hours before from B. Gould, LSP of CMG Environmental, Inc. W. Whitney suggested to add…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Feb 3, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 budgets and Town Meeting warrant articles

The Finance Committee will continue its review of the FY26 capital budget and 5-year plan, discuss the Town Manager's proposed FY26 omnibus operating budget, and review warrant articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. Possible votes include capital expenditures for enterprise funds and recommendations on warrant articles ranging from zoning changes to turf field remediation.

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✓ Decided: FinCom rejects transfer of 212 Cochituate Road to Select Board in 3-3 vote

The Finance Committee voted 3-3 to reject recommending approval of Article Q, which would transfer care and custody of the 212 Cochituate Road property to the Select Board for potential sale or lease for affordable housing, shared living for disabled persons, or market-rate housing. The committee also voted 6-0 to take no position on several articles with negligible financial impact, and recommended approval of articles for the Surface Water Quality Committee Budget, CPA set-asides and transfers, and the Personnel Bylaws update. Discussion on the FY26 capital and operating budgets continued, with votes on several articles deferred pending further information.

Mon Feb 3, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors to review $2.4M motor vehicle excise commitment

The Wayland Board of Assessors will review and sign the FY2025 motor vehicle and trailer excise first commitment totaling $2,394,798.57 for 11,680 bills, due for issuance on February 24, 2025. They will also note that FY2025 abatement applications are due at 7:00 pm on the same day, and discuss upcoming property inspections and staff training. The meeting includes an executive session to review minutes, motor vehicle abatements, and specific real estate and ATB cases.

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✓ Decided: Board approves FY2025 motor vehicle excise commitment

The Board of Assessors unanimously approved the FY2025 motor vehicle and trailer excise first commitment, totaling $2,394,798.57 in taxes on 11,680 bills. They also accepted the minutes from the January 3, 2025 open session. The board noted that abatement applications were due that evening and that inspections would begin February 10, 2025. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Feb 3, 2025

Historical Commission

Historical Commission to discuss Rail Trail signage and 250th Anniversary ideas

The Wayland Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss Rail Trail signage, 250th Anniversary planning, and archaeology monitoring. They will also vote on approval of January 6, 2024 minutes and receive reports on house plaques and town bridge updates.

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Wed Jan 29, 2025

Conservation Commission

Commission to hear three-house subdivision plan at 13 Charena Road

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four Notices of Intent for projects near wetlands, including a three-house subdivision, a home addition, aquatic invasive plant management, and prior unpermitted renovation work. The board will also review stormwater/land disturbance permits for two properties and consider enforcement order actions.

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✓ Decided: Conservation Commission continues four wetland hearings, issues one permit

The Wayland Conservation Commission voted 7-0 to continue four public hearings: 25 Langdon Road (to April 16), Heard Pond aquatic management (to March 5), 13 Charena Road subdivision (to March 5), and 108 Lakeshore Drive (to February 12). It also issued a Chapter 193 stormwater permit for 8 Campbell Road, subject to staff working with the applicant on driveway runoff. All votes were unanimous.

🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to April 16, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to March 5, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to March 5, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair January 29, 2025 initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to February 12, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a Chapter 193 permit subject to L. Hansen working with the applicant team to solve the issues discussed. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the minutes from December 18th, 2024 with L. Hansen’s edits. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve minutes with B. Howell and L. Hansen’s edits. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:01PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
7 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Pearlman yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
Tue Jan 28, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss ADU article and draft Town Meeting reports

The Planning Board will discuss and make recommendations on an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) article and a housekeeping article, and review draft reports to Town Meeting. They will also review proposed changes to the Council on Aging/Community Center site plan, give final feedback on a Pick-up Window article language for the Select Board, and receive updates on the Route 20 Master Plan and a continued public hearing for 13 Charena Road subdivision.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board schedules new public hearings for three zoning articles

The Planning Board discussed three proposed zoning articles (ADU, housekeeping, and pick-up window) and agreed to hold new public hearings on February 18, 2025, after Town Counsel advised that prior hearings were procedurally invalid. The board reviewed and revised the draft ADU bylaw, including removing certain sections and adding state definitions. It also provided feedback on the pick-up window article and discussed changes to the Council on Aging/Community Center site plan. The board approved minutes from January 7 and January 14, 2025, both by 4-0 votes.

Tue Jan 28, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss three zoning articles and Pick-up Window language

The Planning Board will hold discussions on three zoning articles—ADU, Housekeeping, and Pick-up Window—for upcoming Town Meeting. They will review draft reports for the ADU and Housekeeping articles, and provide final feedback on the Pick-up Window article language. Additionally, the board will review proposed changes to the Council on Aging/Community Center site plan.

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Mon Jan 27, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews FY26 school and town budgets, capital plan

The Wayland Finance Committee will review and discuss the proposed FY26 operating and capital budgets, including the school superintendent's presentation and options for addressing the school budget gap. They will also review the FY26-30 capital plan, the FY26-29 operating budget forecast, and the status of warrant articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The meeting includes public comment and votes on minutes.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves FY26 school budget review, warrant article classifications

The Finance Committee reviewed the Superintendent's proposed FY26 school operating budget of $54,902,318, which is a 4.32% increase and $1,246,175 below level services. They also voted to classify nine warrant articles as having negligible financial impact, meaning no write-ups will be included in the warrant. The committee discussed the FY26 capital budget and operating budget forecasts, with the Town Manager's proposed budget expected on 1/29/2025.

Fri Jan 24, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee reviews Route 20 projects and restaurant overlay district

The committee will review the final form of the Restaurant Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District article. Members will discuss funding status for Route 20 sidewalks and the Town Center Activation 2025 grant. The meeting also covers the status of vacant Route 20 properties and the Route 20 Master Plan draft.

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✓ Decided: EDC approves zoning article for restaurant pick-up windows

The Economic Development Committee approved the final zoning article for a Restaurant Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District and voted to co-sponsor it with the Select Board. The committee also discussed Route 20 polling distribution, sidewalk funding, and development updates. No prior meeting minutes were approved.

Wed Jan 22, 2025

Audit Committee

✓ Decided: Audit Committee recommends one-year CBIZ contract, RFP next spring

The Audit Committee reviewed the FY24 ACFR and management letter, discussed audit findings, and decided to recommend a one-year contract renewal with CBIZ (formerly Marcum) followed by an RFP in the spring. They also approved the June 10, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (3-0).

Wed Jan 22, 2025

Board Of Public Works

Board to discuss and vote on FY26 operating budgets, including water and DPW

The Board of Public Works will discuss and potentially vote on the FY26 operating budgets for Water, Transfer Station, DPW, and Engineering. They will also receive a water supply update covering AMI, the MWRA permanent connection with revised design costs, and a PFAS system update. Additionally, CPA-funded projects at Aqueduct Pedestrian Crossings, Mill Pond Walkway, Athletic Fields Design, and Heard Farm Improvements will be reviewed.

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✓ Decided: Wayland Board of Public Works approves FY26 operating budget 4-0

The Board of Public Works voted unanimously to approve the FY26 operating budget, which includes a $200,000 increase for PFAS resin replacement and a $58,000 study of transfer station operations. The board also discussed changes to the FY26 capital budget, including removing $75,000 for Sherman Bridge design and adding back five equipment items. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on water supply and CPA projects.

Tue Jan 21, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approves warrant articles for 2025 Town Meeting

The Select Board voted to insert numerous articles into the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant, including zoning changes, budget items, and community preservation measures. The board also approved a consent calendar authorizing the Town Manager to sign contracts and applications. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on a zoning article.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Vote:
20 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to amend the language before the article is printed in the warrant. W. Whitney suggested the Board wait until after the community forum on February 3. The Board agreed. T. Fay amended the previous…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board would still need a report from the Planning Board. Vote:
4 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea
motion to include Article HH and Article II. T. Fay accepted, D. Levine seconded. W. Whitney noted that some hearings may have already been held. Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar. Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board was expected to evaluate the Town Manager in February. A11. Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance, if any: There were none. A12. Adjourn: At 10:15 p.m., D…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Tue Jan 21, 2025

Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

HRDEIC to discuss event sponsorships and town signboard observances

The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will consider co-sponsoring two community events and endorsing a list of monthly observances for town signboards. The committee will also discuss a budget modification for the Multicultural Festival.

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✓ Decided: HRDEIC votes to co-sponsor Lunar New Year and Origin film events

The committee unanimously approved co-sponsoring the Wayland Chinese American Association's Lunar New Year Celebration on February 2, 2025, and WaylandCAN's screening of the film Origin on March 13, 2025. It also approved asking the Select Board for up to $12,000 for the Multicultural Festival and agreed to draft a statement affirming its mission to support vulnerable populations targeted by recent executive orders. Minutes from November and December 2024 were approved.

Tue Jan 21, 2025

Recreation Commission

Recreation Commission to discuss fee proposals and FY2026 budget goals

The Wayland Recreation Commission will discuss a fee setting proposal, an update on the Powderpuff event, and goal setting for FY2026, including related budget requests through FY2030. The meeting also includes approval of past meeting minutes and reports from committee liaisons.

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✓ Decided: Recreation Commission tables fee changes, discusses field permits

The Wayland Recreation Commission met on January 21, 2025, and approved minutes from two prior meetings. They discussed a proposal to change user fees for youth sports, including a request from Wayland Youth Soccer to lower fees for younger players, but took no action. The Commission also heard public comment from WHS varsity coaches and the Athletic Director about summer camp options and field permitting. All other agenda items were tabled to the next meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to accept the minutes of September 24, 2024, as presented. Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Norton yea · D. Pearlman yea · B. Wright yea
to accept the minutes of October 21, 2024, as presented. Vote:
5 yea
A. Foster yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Norton yea · D. Pearlman yea · B. Wright yea
to table all other agenda items to the next meeting, given the late hour. The Commission would come prepared to discuss its goals at the next meeting. Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair…
5 yea
A. Foster yea · L. Stewart yea · M. Norton yea · D. Pearlman yea · B. Wright yea
Tue Jan 21, 2025

Finance Committee

Warrant article workshop and possible vote on FY26 capital budget

The Finance Committee will hold a workshop with the Select Board and other boards to present and assign write-ups for 43 warrant articles submitted for the April 2025 Annual Town Meeting. They will also continue review and possibly vote on the FY26 capital budget and 5-year capital plan. Additionally, they will discuss warrant article write-up assignments and request the finance director's determination of articles with negligible financial impact.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review and vote on FY26 Capital Budget and 5-Year Plan

The Wayland Finance Committee will hold a workshop on warrant articles for the April 2025 Annual Town Meeting, including presentations and assignment of members to write-ups. They will also continue review, discussion, and possible vote on the FY26 Capital Budget and 5-Year Capital Plan for FY26-30, with town staff present.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 Capital Budget and Annual Town Meeting articles

The Finance Committee will hold a workshop to review articles submitted for the April 2025 Annual Town Meeting. Members will also discuss the FY26 Capital Budget and the 5-Year Capital Plan for FY26-30.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee reviews 2025 Town Meeting warrant articles

The Finance Committee conducted a workshop to review all articles submitted for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant, assigning members to write-ups and liaisons. They also continued discussion of the FY26 capital budget and 5-year plan, and approved the minutes of the previous meeting. No final votes were taken on warrant articles or the capital budget.

Wed Jan 15, 2025

Cultural Council

Council to discuss 2025 grant cycle and utility box painting on Rte 20

The Wayland Cultural Council will meet via Zoom to discuss 2025 grant cycle updates, next steps for a utility box painting project on Route 20, and an update on the Historical Commission's rail trail project. The agenda also includes welcoming a new member and approving December meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Wayland Cultural Council approves utility box RFP theme and bench painting

The Wayland Cultural Council approved the theme 'Youth Transforming Community' for the utility box RFP and will solicit applications from Wayland High School art students. The council also approved sponsoring the painting of one or two benches for the Rail Trail project, approved a display by the Multicultural Council at Town Hall, and granted the Chair authority to reduce all FY2025 grants by the same percentage if needed.

Wed Jan 15, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Board of Library Trustees to conduct director's annual performance review

The Board of Library Trustees will conduct the director's annual performance review and discuss possible votes on the evaluation tool. Other business includes reviewing monthly reports, discussing the potential return of excess CPA funds for library projects, updating Library of Things policies and fines, and considering the FY26 budget. The board will also discuss the Millennium Fund Special Act, including a possible Home Rule Petition and warrant article, and receive updates on building maintenance and capital projects.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library trustees to discuss Millennium Fund special act, director review, building projects

This meeting of the Wayland Board of Library Trustees includes discussion and possible votes on the director's annual performance review, return of excess CPA funds for past library projects, updates to the Library of Things policy and fines, and the proposed FY26 library budget. A key item is the Millennium Fund Special Act, where trustees will discuss a possible Home Rule Petition and warrant article for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. Building maintenance projects, including a 5-year capital plan and a grant submission to the Massachusetts Cultural Council, will also be reviewed.

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✓ Decided: Library trustees approve FY26 budget with $5,000 cut, revised policies

The Board of Library Trustees approved a revised FY2026 budget that includes a $5,000 decrease in the Salaries & Overtime line, as requested by the Town Finance Director, which will affect weekend hours. They also approved returning unexpended CPA funds from three past projects, a revised Library of Things policy eliminating fines, and a revised director evaluation tool. The board reconfirmed its support for a Special Act regarding the Millennium Fund and authorized the chair to represent the board in Town Meeting preparations.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

Planning Board

Wayland Planning Board to continue hearings on subdivision and school campus

The Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for a 3-lot subdivision at 13 Charena Road and the Veritas Christian Academy campus development at 164-172 Cochituate Road. The board also plans to discuss articles on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and housekeeping, review draft reports for Town Meeting, and provide final feedback on pick-up window language. Updates from the Town Planner include outdoor seating, the Third Extension Act, and a Route 20 Master Plan Public Forum.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board continues two public hearings, submits ADU and housekeeping articles

The Wayland Planning Board voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for the 13 Charena Road subdivision to February 11, 2025, and the Veritas Christian Academy site plan hearing to February 25, 2025, extending decision deadlines accordingly. The board also voted to submit draft ADU and housekeeping articles to the Select Board for Town Meeting, with minor edits to be finalized by members. No final approvals were granted; all items were procedural or continuations.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear update on potential restaurant pick-up window overlay district

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold an informational update on a potential Restaurant Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Overlay District zoning article presented by the Economic Development Committee. The board will also review an Open Meeting Law complaint from George Harris and hold public hearings on four variance/special permit applications for residential additions at 180 Pelham Island Rd, 15 Parkridge Rd, 28 Sunset Road, and 5 Haven Ln.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals to review four residential variance applications

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider requests for variances and special permits regarding setbacks and floor area increases for four residential properties. The board will also receive an update on a potential restaurant pick-up window zoning district and review an Open Meeting Law complaint.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves two home expansion projects, withdraws one, continues another

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals approved special permits for renovations at 15 Parkridge Rd and 28 Sunset Rd, both voted 5-0. A case at 180 Pelham Island Rd was withdrawn without prejudice after the applicants determined they could proceed by right. A fourth case at 5 Haven Ln was continued to February 11, 2025, pending additional documentation.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear four variance requests for residential additions and dwellings

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on four applications seeking variances or special permits for construction projects. Each request involves encroachments on setback requirements or exceeding gross floor area limits. The properties are located at 180 Pelham Island Rd, 15 Parkridge Rd, 28 Sunset Rd, and 5 Haven Ln.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

Board to discuss Open Meeting Law complaint, hear four variance requests

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals will review an Open Meeting Law complaint from George Harris and consider a response. The board will also hold hearings on four applications seeking variances or special permits for construction projects at properties on Pelham Island Road, Parkridge Road, Sunset Road, and Haven Lane. Votes may be taken on each item.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves two home expansion projects, withdraws one, continues another

The Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals approved special permits for renovations at 15 Parkridge Rd and 28 Sunset Rd, both by 5-0 votes. A request for a variance at 180 Pelham Island Rd was withdrawn without prejudice after the applicants determined the project could proceed by right. A fourth application at 5 Haven Ln was continued to the February 11, 2025 meeting. The board also approved minutes and authorized a response to an Open Meeting Law complaint.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to discuss clinical updates and regional partnerships

The Youth Advisory Committee will review clinical overviews and data collection for the MassCall3b Regional Partnership. The body will also discuss the use of Opioid Abatement Funds and various youth education and violence prevention programs.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Council hears updates, lacks quorum for votes

The Wayland Youth Advisory Council met on Jan. 14, 2025, but lacked a quorum, so no formal votes or decisions were made. Members heard updates on the Citizens Police Academy, RAD training, Youth & Family Services, the MassCall3B Regional Partnership, opioid abatement funds, and community education programs. The meeting was informational only, with no substantive actions taken.

Mon Jan 13, 2025

Historic District Commission

Wayland Historic District Commission meets Jan 13 to review minutes and hear one certificate of applicability

The Wayland Historic District Commission will convene on January 13, 2026 at 7:30 pm in a hybrid in-person and remote-access meeting. The body will review and vote on minutes from its prior meeting and hear a certificate of applicability for 20 Concord Rd. No substantive decisions are scheduled.

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Mon Jan 13, 2025

Wastewater Management District Commission

Wastewater Management District Commission to review monthly reports

The Commission will meet to review monthly operating and financial reports. The body will also address requests for service and approve minutes from the December 16, 2024 meeting.

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Mon Jan 13, 2025

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

Trust board considers funding consultant for shared living proposal

The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust will discuss updates on a proposed additional 3-bedroom unit at 12 Hammond Road, the Good Shepard Parish development, and a letter to owners of vacant houses. A potential vote to fund a consultant for a shared living proposal via Oak Tree Management, Inc. is also on the table, along with a brief discussion on assisting renters.

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Mon Jan 13, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to hold hearings on body art waiver, tobacco permit, and failed septic order

The Wayland Board of Health will conduct two public hearings: a waiver request from Body Art Regulations for practitioner training, and a tobacco permit for Sunoco at 78 Boston Post Road. The board will also consider extending a legal order for a failed Title 5 inspection at 6/8 Damon Street. Other agenda items include a consultant review fee regulation, a complaint update on chicken keeping at 146 Pelham Island Road, and discussion of the old DPW site at 195 Main Street.

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✓ Decided: Board supports consultant fee regs for peer reviews; approves waiver for microblading

The Board of Health voted 4-0 to support using the Consultant Review Fee Regulations to require payment for peer reviews of septic plans for the Veritas and St. Ann's projects. They also approved a waiver for Dre Hopkins from the 2-year training requirement for microblading, allowing her to proceed with a 90-day course. The tobacco permit hearing for Wayland Sunoco was rescheduled, and the hearing for a failed septic system at 6/8 Damon St. was continued due to the owner's absence. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Jan 13, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to consider tobacco permit for Wayland Sunoco

The Board of Health will hold a hybrid meeting including public comment, a request for a tobacco permit at 78 Boston Post Road (Wayland Sunoco), a hearing on an extension of a legal order for a failed Title 5 inspection at 6/8 Damon Street, and discussion of a consultant review fee regulation. Other items include correspondence regarding Veritas Christian Academy, a report on the old DPW site at 195 Main Street, and a subdivision extension for Charena Farms. The board will also set meeting dates and approve prior minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board supports consultant fee regs for peer reviews; approves body art waiver

The Board of Health voted 4-0 to support using the Consultant Review Fee Regulations to require payment for additional peer reviews of septic plans for the Veritas project at 162-172 Cochituate Rd and St. Ann's. They also approved a waiver for Dre Hopkins from the 2-year training requirement for microblading, allowing her to proceed with a 90-day course. The board discussed but took no action on the Veritas septic plan concerns, the 6/8 Damon St. failed septic system, and the 195 Main St. contamination report.

Mon Jan 13, 2025

Select Board

Wayland Select Board agenda lacks item details, only PDF file list

The posted agenda for the January 13, 2025 Select Board meeting contains only a list of PDF filenames with no description of decisions, proposals, or discussions. No substantive agenda items are provided in the source document.

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✓ Decided: Select Board submits 8 articles to 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant

The Select Board voted to submit multiple articles to the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant, including a zoning overlay for restaurant pre-order pick-up windows, a resolution on the future use of 195 Main Street, and a feasibility study for a grass field at the same site. The Board also approved a $325,000 task order amendment for MWRA connection design, with a condition that the engineering firm and Licensed Site Professional report on remediation needs. All votes were unanimous except the 195 Main Street resolution, which passed 4-0-1 with one abstention.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the engineering firm and the LSP discuss what needs to be done in terms of remediation, and provide the Board with a report. T. Fay indicated his willingness to meet with the BoPW sooner than…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Roll Call Vote:
15 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Select Board vote to submit the article for 2025 Annual Town Meeting, entitled Amend Zoning Bylaw to Add Restaurant Pre-Order Pick-Up Window Zoning Overlay District. In discussion, C. Martin…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board submit the article entitled High School Turf Field Remediation to the 2025 Annual Town Meeting, as set forth in the packet. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the Board submit the article entitled Adopt Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 43C, Section 11 to the 2025 Annual Town Meeting, as set forth in the packet. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Resolution for Determining Use of 193-207 Main Street for consideration in the warrant for 2025 Annual Town Meeting, with potential modifications as outlined by the Chairman. In discussion, the Board…
4 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the minutes of December 2, 2024 7:00 p.m., December 16, 2024 and December 17, 2024, as amended. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the capital plan included considerable capital expenditures for the Town Building and suggested the Board discuss the future of the building at a future meeting. A12. Topics not reasonably…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Mon Jan 13, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 Capital Budget and long-term water supply funding

The Finance Committee will discuss the proposed FY26 Capital Budget and 5-Year Capital Plan. Members will review the financial implications of a dual-source water supply approach and discuss FY26-29 operating budget forecasts.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee authorizes FY26 Enterprise Fund capital warrant article

The Finance Committee voted 7-0 to authorize the chair to submit a draft warrant article that would move approval of the Enterprise Funds' FY26 capital budgets from the Omnibus Budget article to the Enterprise Fund Budgets article, following Town Counsel's advice that current handling may not align with state guidance. The committee also discussed the DPW's proposed FY26 capital budget and the dual-source water supply approach, noting a $1.33M increase in design costs and a larger second water tank on Reeves Hill, but took no formal votes on these items. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes and scheduling.

Fri Jan 10, 2025

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee discusses Route 20 corridor improvements

The committee is reviewing initiatives to activate the Route 20 Wayland Center corridor and improving communication on economic development topics. Discussions include funding for sidewalks, vacant properties, and the status of a Master Plan draft.

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✓ Decided: Wayland EDC advances Route 20 corridor plans, assigns action items

The Economic Development Committee discussed Route 20 corridor improvements, including a restaurant pick-up window overlay district, sidewalk funding, and a master plan. They approved minutes from prior meetings and assigned action items for polling distribution, a splash pad white paper, and research on economic development officer roles. No formal votes were taken on policy items.

Thu Jan 9, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

Committee to finalize funding articles for 2025 Annual Town Meeting

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss and vote to finalize articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. This includes setting aside funds for housing, historic resources, and open space, as well as proposing specific project funding and the reclamation of unused funds.

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✓ Decided: CPC approves 2025 ATM funding articles, including $400K playground rehab

The Wayland Community Preservation Committee unanimously approved multiple articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting, including standard CPA set-asides, a bylaw amendment to rescind appropriations, and funding for historic preservation, open space, and recreation projects. All votes were 9-0.

Wed Jan 8, 2025

Design Review Advisory Board

Design Review Advisory Board to review signage for Dunkin’

The Design Review Advisory Board will meet to review a signage application and discuss design guidelines. The board will also review meeting notes from December 4, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Design board approves sign change at 15 East Plain St. with conditions

The Design Review Board approved a sign lettering change at 15 East Plain St., reducing sign area from 23 to 18 square feet, with the condition that lighting, area, and height comply with zoning and that the applicant submit measured setback dimensions. The board also approved the December 4, 2024 meeting notes. No public comment was received.

Wed Jan 8, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hold hearings on residential and religious developments

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings and meetings to review Notices of Intent and Requests for Determination regarding wetlands and water resource protection. The body is reviewing several construction, demolition, and utility projects to ensure compliance with local bylaws and state law.

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✓ Decided: Conservation Commission approves Islamic Center project at 129 Boston Post Rd

The Wayland Conservation Commission approved an Order of Conditions for the Islamic Center of Boston's new religious building at 129 Boston Post Road, with a 6-0 vote. The commission also continued hearings for projects at 25 Langdon Rd, Heard Pond, and 13 Charena Rd to January 29, 2025. A permit was issued for Boston Gas Company's gas main replacement on Oak Street, and a stormwater permit was authorized for 28 Woodland Road.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to continue the hearing under the Wetlands Protection Act and Chapter 194 to January 29, 2025 after 6:30 PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
18 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea · B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
that the plans revised based on planning board comments were submitted after the previous meeting. These plans include minor changes outside of the buffer zone. The Commission made no further…
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue an OOC approving the project with conditions as discussed under both the WPA and Chapter 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to waive the site plan minimum requirements. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a permit under the Chapter 194 bylaw. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to allow L. Hansen to issue permit under Chapter 193 after her comments were responded to. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to issue a COC under both the WPA and Ch 194. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to approve the minutes from December 4th, 2024. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:02PM. S. Fair initiated a roll call vote:
6 yea
B. Howell yea · L. Legere yea · T. Davidson yea · J. Brown yea · S. Fischer yea · S. Fair yea
Wed Jan 8, 2025

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to continue hearing on Islamic Center project at 129 Boston Post Rd

The Conservation Commission will hold continued public hearings on several wetland-related notices of intent. Key projects include the Islamic Center of Boston's new religious building and parking lot at 129 Boston Post Road, and a three-house subdivision at 13 Charena Road. Also scheduled are public meetings for a deck expansion at 247 Concord Road and a gas main replacement on Oak Street and Valley View Road by Boston Gas Company.

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Wed Jan 8, 2025

Public Ceremonies Committee

Committee to discuss Gossels and LMC awards, assign Freedom Prize manager

The Public Ceremonies Committee will meet to approve minutes from November 2024, discuss the Gossels Award and LMC Award for the Annual Town Meeting, and assign a member to manage the Freedom Prize. The meeting includes public comment and setting the next meeting date.

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✓ Decided: Gossels Award presentation moved to Town Warrant article

The Public Ceremonies Committee approved the November 6, 2024 minutes with a correction and discussed plans for the 2025 Gossels Award, suggesting its description be placed in the Town Warrant to shorten the presentation. The committee also assigned members to handle the Freedom Prize and Lydia Maria Child Award candidate outreach, with a February 10, 2025 deadline for both awards.

Wed Jan 8, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 Capital Budget and 5-Year Capital Plan

The Finance Committee will discuss the proposed FY26 Capital Budget and the 5-Year Capital Plan for FY26-30. The meeting includes discussions on the FY26 operating budget, school budget gaps, and long-term water supply funding.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee reviews FY26 capital plan, discusses override

The Finance Committee discussed the proposed FY26 capital budget and 5-year capital plan, including a $95M request for FY26-30 with $34M for a MWRA water connection. No votes were taken on the capital plan. The committee also discussed a potential FY27 Proposition 2½ operating override and proposed changes to Town Code sections 19-2 and 19-4, but took no action.

Wed Jan 8, 2025

Housing Partnership

We examine proposed ADU bylaw changes and state regulation comments

The Housing Partnership will review and discuss suggested amendments to Wayland's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw. Members will also consider comments on the state's draft ADU regulations due January 10. An update on shared housing and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Housing Partnership approves ADU bylaw changes for Planning Board

The Wayland Housing Partnership voted to accept proposed changes to the Planning Board's December 10 draft of the ADU bylaw, based on written revisions by Kathy and additional changes by Janot, and to submit the draft to the Planning Board. The committee also voted to have Kathy send comments on proposed ADU regulations to the state's Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. Both actions were approved unanimously.

Tue Jan 7, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold public hearing on zoning bylaw amendments

The Wayland Planning Board will discuss proposed changes to the town's zoning bylaws and maps. The meeting includes a public hearing to receive comments on these amendments.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board holds public hearing on ADU zoning bylaw amendments

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) zoning bylaw and a housekeeping article. They will also continue a site plan hearing for a new religious building at 129 Boston Post Road. The board will discuss a pick-up window article and consider a lot release at 5 Path Court.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Islamic Center site plan, closes ADU hearing

The Planning Board closed the public hearing and approved the site plan for the Islamic Center of Boston's new religious building at 129 Boston Post Road, with modifications including a 20-foot maneuvering aisle waiver and a sidewalk along Boston Post Road. The board also closed the public hearing on proposed zoning amendments, including accessory dwelling unit (ADU) changes and a housekeeping article, and voted to recommend the housekeeping article for Town Meeting adoption. The ADU bylaw amendments will be reviewed further at the next meeting.

Tue Jan 7, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Wayland Energy & Climate Committee to discuss municipal revolving fund for green energy, Loker solar

The committee will receive updates from the Sustainability Manager on solar construction at Loker Elementary School, EV chargers, and various grant-funded projects. They will also discuss a municipal revolving fund for green energy projects, including warrant language for the upcoming Town Meeting. Other items include residential heat pump outreach and the Energize Wayland program.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends town mailer promoting heat pumps

The Energy and Climate Committee voted 5-0 to recommend that the town send a targeted mailing to residents using oil, propane, or electric resistance heat to promote heat pumps. The committee also discussed the Loker solar project, grant applications, and the sustainability manager's promotion. No other formal decisions were made.

Tue Jan 7, 2025

Energy and Climate Committee

Committee to discuss Municipal Revolving Fund warrant and Loker solar progress

The Energy and Climate Committee will hear reports from the Sustainability Manager on ongoing projects including Loker Elementary solar construction, COA EV chargers, and the Town Hall ESCO efficiency project. They will review the Municipal Revolving Fund for Green Energy Projects warrant language and a recap of the Jan. 6 Select Board briefing, with the Town Meeting warrant closing on Jan. 15. Updates on the Wayland Electricity Choice program, Energize Wayland, and PlugIN initiatives are also scheduled.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss updates to Personnel Bylaws and Wage Plan

The Personnel Board will meet to discuss and potentially vote on Article O regarding updates to the Personnel Bylaws and Wage and Classification Plan for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss a grievance with the International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves Article O for Town Meeting 2025

The Wayland Personnel Board voted unanimously to approve Article O, which updates the Personnel Bylaws and Wage and Salary Classification Plan for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The vote allows the Finance Committee to make adjustments based on the final town budget. The board also entered executive session to discuss a Step 2 grievance with the firefighters' union.

Tue Jan 7, 2025

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

Committee to receive updates on Community Center, Library, Stone's Bridge, Loker Field

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee will hear updates on four active municipal projects: the Community Center/Council on Aging, the Wayland Free Public Library, Stone's Bridge, and Loker Field. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from its November 11 and December 3, 2024 meetings. No votes on specific contracts or funding are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: PMBC approves $53,824.41 Change Order #5 for COA/Community Center

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee approved Change Order #5 for the COA/Community Center project at $53,824.41, with a 5-0 vote. The committee also requested an updated cost summary within a week and stated that no further work can be approved until funding is identified. Updates were given on the library project, including the Select Board's approval of the elevator modernization project, but no decisions were made on Stone's Bridge or Loker Field due to lack of quorum.

Mon Jan 6, 2025

Historical Commission

Historical Commission to discuss archaeology, rail trail, CPA grants

The Wayland Historical Commission will review minutes, hear updates on house plaques and archaeology monitoring, discuss the railroad and rail trail including an electrical box and depot signal public relations, and consider CPA grant funds for historical projects. No votes on major spending or policy changes are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Historical Commission approves $400 reimbursement for archaeology video

The Wayland Historical Commission approved a $400 reimbursement to Amanda Ciaccio for videography expenses from its budget. The commission also discussed plans for celebrating the Train Order Signal and Signal Cabinet projects, and considered using Town Center funds for an archaeological excavation at the engine house site.

Mon Jan 6, 2025

Council On Aging Board

COA Community Center grand opening projected for June 5, 2025

The Wayland Council on Aging Board will review progress on the new COA Community Center, including budget updates, gifts for furnishings, and a projected grand opening date of June 5, 2025. The board will also discuss the director's report covering reinstated volunteer services, an Uber transportation update, and grant reports for hoarding and home safety awards. Other items include an update from the Friends of Wayland COA and the Senior Tax Relief Committee.

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✓ Decided: COA board approves December minutes; new building on track for April completion

The Wayland Council on Aging board met remotely and approved the December 3, 2024 minutes as amended. Construction updates were provided: doors installed, fire radio test passed, painting and tiling underway, with estimated completion April 1 and grand opening June 5. No other formal votes were taken; the meeting was largely informational.

Mon Jan 6, 2025

Finance Committee

FinCom to weigh financial impact of dual-source water supply plan

The Finance Committee will review and discuss the financial implications of the Board of Public Works' proposed dual-source water supply approach, which includes a permanent connection to the MWRA system and upgrades to Happy Hollow Wells. They will also examine departmental FY26-30 capital plans, the draft FY26 capital budget, and the FY26-29 operating budget forecasts, including options to address a potential gap in the schools' FY26 operating budget. Additionally, the committee will review a draft warrant article proposing changes to Town Code sections §19-2 and §19-4, and receive an update on the Capital Planning Task Force's progress.

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Mon Jan 6, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 Capital Budget and long-term water supply costs

The Finance Committee will discuss the Town Manager's proposed FY26 Capital Budget and the 5-Year Capital Plan. Members will also review the financial implications of a dual-source water supply approach and the FY26 operating budget forecast.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee reviews FY26 capital plans, discusses water supply funding

The Finance Committee met to review departmental FY26-30 capital plans and discuss financial implications of the proposed dual-source water supply approach. No formal votes were taken on these items; the committee approved the minutes of the previous meeting and adjourned. The committee discussed potential changes to capital plans, including removal of the high school wastewater facility upgrade and Town Building improvements, and scheduled future discussions.

Mon Jan 6, 2025

Board of Assessors

Board of Assessors reviews abatements, re-assessments, and ATB case

The Board of Assessors will hold a remote meeting to review and vote on minutes, receive a director's update on office activities, and then enter executive session to discuss motor vehicle abatements for December 2024, FY 2025 Senior Tax Work-Off abatements, real estate re-assessments, and an Appellate Tax Board case (Gonsalves-Sinrich and Sinrich, 3 Glen Oak Dr). No substantive public action is scheduled in open session.

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✓ Decided: Board endorses proposed Chapter 20 assessors bylaw for Town Meeting

The Board of Assessors unanimously endorsed the Select Board's proposed Chapter 20 (ASSESSORS) bylaw for the FY 2026 Annual Town Meeting, replacing Chapter 19. The board also approved the December 9, 2024 open session minutes. No public comment was received, and no other substantive decisions were made in open session.

Mon Jan 6, 2025

Board of Library Trustees

Library trustees discuss Millennium Fund special act draft

The Board of Library Trustees will review and discuss a special act draft for the Millennium Fund to ensure continuity as originally intended. They may consider submitting the draft to the annual town meeting warrant and discuss possible co-sponsors and votes. The meeting also includes routine trustee reports and public comment.

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Mon Jan 6, 2025

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approves multiple warrant articles for 2025 Town Meeting

The Select Board voted unanimously to submit several articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant, including remote participation, green burials, finances, capital improvement committee, assessors, Millennium Fund, and environmental cleanup at 195/207 Main Street. The Board also approved a $3,500 release of Comcast funds for WayCAM and the consent calendar, which included grants and a library elevator contract. No action was taken on minutes.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
resolution was needed. The Board would confirm. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to accept the document entitled Petitioner Access to Town Counsel, as amended tonight. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
[context] Roll Call Vote:
25 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea · A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the language simplifies the tasks in which the Board of Assessors are bound to by Wayland’s robust bylaws. C. Martin noted that Chapters 19-8 and 19-9 basically become Chapter 21. There was…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the revised draft the Special Act was approved unanimously by the Board of Library Trustees, who also requested the Board submit the article and consider co-sponsorship. W. Whitney suggested to…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
that the staff had the bandwidth to manage the grants. Roll Call Vote:
4 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · W. Whitney yea
that the engineering could not be funded by the reserve fund. A. Brensley suggested the full amount needed to reach a permanent solution be funded by the reserve fund. T. Fay moved, seconded by D…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote:
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
to approve the Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0. A11. Minutes: a) Review and…
5 yea
A. Brensley yea · T. Fay yea · D. Levine yea · C. Martin yea · W. Whitney yea
Sun Jan 5, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to vote on fee increases, discuss housing order

The Wayland Board of Health will vote on recommended increases to Health Department fees and receive an update on a housing inspection and legal order at 10 Shore Drive. The board will also discuss the All Hazards Public Health Response Framework and review letters from Mass DEP regarding 311 Boston Post Road.

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Sun Jan 5, 2025

Board of Health

Board of Health to vote on fee increases, discuss 10 Shore Drive order

The Wayland Board of Health will vote on recommended increases to health department fees, receive an update on a housing inspection and legal order at 10 Shore Drive, and review the All Hazards Public Health Response Framework. A public health nurse update and general business are also on the agenda.

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