Wayland, Massachusetts
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Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center - Board of Directors
Esta reunión de la Junta Directiva Conjunta y el Comité de Operaciones y Finanzas del Centro Regional de Comunicaciones de Emergencia de Middlesex no tiene elementos sustantivos en la agenda. El único elemento listado es 'Documentos', lo que indica una revisión de procedimientos sin decisiones ni discusiones registradas.
Board Of Public Works
The Board of Public Works approved a $14,900 water abatement for a resident at 21 Jeffrey Road due to a slab leak, using the average of the prior six billing periods and waiving all interest and fees. The board also elected officers: Wegerbauer as Chair, Spelman as Vice-Chair, and Ling as CPC liaison. Minutes from three prior meetings were approved as amended.
- Approved $14,900 water abatement for 21 Jeffrey Road, using 6-period average, waiving interest and fees (5-0)
- Appointed Ling as CPC liaison (5-0)
- Appointed Wegerbauer as Chair of BoPW (5-0)
- Appointed Spelman as Vice-Chair of BoPW (5-0)
- Approved minutes of April 7 (as amended), April 21, and May 4, 2026 (5-0)
Select Board
Esta agenda consiste únicamente en referencias a documentos PDF (agendas, paquetes) sin elementos de discusión o decisión listados. Parece ser un trámite procesal.
Wastewater Management District Commission
Esta es una reunión de procedimiento de la Comisión del Distrito de Gestión de Aguas Residuales. La agenda consiste únicamente en un punto de revisión de documentos.
- Revisión de documentos
Capital Improvement Planning Committee
The committee approved the minutes from the May 27, 2026 meeting (3-0). Members discussed discrepancies between the Town Manager’s and CIPC’s five-year capital plans, including IT warrant description errors that misallocated $250,000 for cybersecurity and video monitoring. No other formal decisions were made; other items were deferred to future meetings.
- Approved minutes of 5/27/2026 (3-0)
Planning Board
The Planning Board met jointly with the Select Board to discuss a request for services to draft a new zoning bylaw for a Route 20 Redevelopment Zone. The Select Board voted to authorize $20,000 in funding, but the Planning Board itself made no substantive decisions. The meeting was procedural.
Wayland Housing Authority
The Board unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding with DCF to collaborate on Tenant Protection Vouchers for the Foster Youth to Independence initiative. They also approved the April revolving fund bill warrant ($68,767.20), debit card warrant ($1,276.98), and a $24,500 carpet replacement payment. The next meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2026.
- Approved MOU with DCF for Foster Youth to Independence vouchers (unanimous)
- Approved April revolving fund bill warrant $68,767.20 (unanimous)
- Approved April debit card warrant $1,276.98 (unanimous)
- Approved Hocol Remodeling Group carpet payment $24,500 (unanimous)
- Approved Hammond Road Bill Warrant $200 for accounting fees (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of 4/30/26 as amended (unanimous)
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission voted unanimously to direct the applicant not to use CCA-treated wood on the Sherman's Bridge rehabilitation project. Several public hearings were continued to June 17, 2026, including for a 6-unit apartment facility at 67A Loker Street and after-the-fact work at 68 Lakeshore Drive. Certificates of Compliance were issued for 149 Concord Road and 43 Jeffrey Road.
- Directed applicant not to use CCA-treated wood on Sherman's Bridge project (7-0)
- Continued 67A Loker Street public hearing to June 17, 2026 (7-0)
- Continued 68 Lakeshore Drive public hearing to June 17, 2026 (7-0)
- Continued Sherman's Bridge public hearing to June 17, 2026 (7-0)
- Issued Certificate of Compliance for 149 Concord Road (7-0)
- Issued Certificate of Compliance for 43 Jeffrey Road (7-0)
Capital Improvement Planning Committee
The Capital Improvement Planning Committee approved the minutes from May 13, 2026, and scheduled a special meeting with the Town Manager for June 3, 2026, canceling the June 10 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on procedural matters and future planning.
- Approved minutes of May 13, 2026 (4-0)
- Scheduled special meeting with Town Manager on June 3, 2026
- Canceled meeting scheduled for June 10, 2026
- Adjourned at 7:17 PM (4-0)
Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
The committee unanimously voted to request up to $8,000 from the Select Board for the coming fiscal year, with $2,500 reserved for rapid incident response. They passed over discussion of cultural and holiday statements. They also agreed to aim for at least one all-remote program to improve accessibility.
- Approved request to Select Board for up to $8,000 funding (unanimous)
- Approved April 21, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous; 4 abstentions)
- Passed over agenda items on cultural and holiday statements
- Agreed to aim for at least one all-remote program this year
Energy and Climate Committee
No substantive decisions were made at this meeting. The committee received updates on energy projects, funding applications, and committee charge discussions. Previous meeting minutes were approved.
- Approved minutes from April 28, 2026 meeting
Select Board
The Select Board is meeting to discuss a new fire staffing study and review the 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant. The session will focus on personnel needs for emergency services and finalizing items for the upcoming town vote.
- Fire Staffing Study review
- 2026 Annual Town Meeting (ATM) Warrant discussion
Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center - Operations Committee
Wellness Committee
The Wellness Committee will receive updates from Wellness, Food Services, Youth and Family Services, Special Education, and Health Services. They will also review the Metrowest Health Survey results. The meeting includes approving previous meeting notes.
- Update from Wellness (Scott Parseghian)
- Update from Food Services (Bonita Chen)
- Update from Wayland Youth and Family Services (Jason Verhoosky)
- Update from Special Education (Ronnie Kessler)
- Review Metrowest Health Survey results
Public Ceremonies Committee
The Public Ceremonies Committee discussed and finalized arrangements for the Memorial Day parade, including participants, speakers, and logistics. No formal votes were taken on contracts or ordinances; the meeting was primarily organizational.
- Approved previous meeting minutes unanimously
- Confirmed Nathaniel Hopper to read Gettysburg Address
- Confirmed Carl Bernardo as Grand Marshall
- Confirmed LCDR Craig Gruber as keynote speaker
- Noted high school marching band will participate
- Noted middle school band will not participate
- Approved possible flyover
- Noted flags for Girl Scouts are back ordered
Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider site plan approval for a new six-unit supportive living residence at 1 Hobbs Road. The facility will be operated by Minute Man Arc for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Site plan approval for a six-unit supportive living residence at 1 Hobbs Road (67A Loker Street)
- Applicant: Oak Tree Management; operator: Minute Man Arc, a nonprofit
- Public hearing scheduled for May 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM, hybrid format
The Board authorized Vice Chair Borgestedt to finalize its report on the Select Board's proposed zoning bylaw amendment concerning appeals of Planning Board site plan decisions. A public hearing for a supportive living residence at 1 Hobbs Road was continued to June 10, with a site walk scheduled for May 29. New owners of the Wayland Town Center presented preliminary plans and were asked to return with more detail.
- Approved minutes of 4/29/26 and 5/4/26 (5-0)
- Authorized finalization of report on zoning amendment for site plan appeals
- Continued public hearing for 1 Hobbs Road supportive living residence to June 10 (5-0)
- Scheduled site walk for May 29 at 1 Hobbs Road
Planning Board
The Planning Board continued the public hearing for a proposed supportive living residence to June 10, 2026, and scheduled a site walk for May 29. The Board also authorized finalizing a report on a zoning bylaw amendment regarding appeals of site plan decisions and discussed future improvements for Wayland Town Center with new owners. No final approvals or denials were made.
- Continued public hearing for 1 Hobbs Road supportive living residence (5-0)
- Approved minutes of 4/29/26 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of 5/4/26 (5-0)
- Authorized finalizing report on Select Board's zoning bylaw amendment
Capital Improvement Planning Committee
The committee voted 5-0 to approve the minutes of its April 29, 2026 meeting. No capital projects or funding were approved, denied, or tabled. Discussion focused on discrepancies between the committee's and town manager's capital plans, errors in warrant articles, and proposed revisions to the capital improvement plan submission form.
- Approved minutes of 4/29/2026 (5-0)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Board approved a special permit for a replacement dwelling at 43 Plain Road (ZBA 25-30), with conditions including tree preservation and stormwater management. It continued ZBA 26-09 for 35 Snake Brook Road to June 9 due to height compliance issues. Also approved a special permit for an addition at 12 Charles Street (ZBA 26-10) and a signage program for 21 Cochituate Road (ZBA 26-11), all unanimously.
- Approved special permit for 43 Plain Road replacement dwelling (5-0)
- Continued ZBA 26-09 for 35 Snake Brook Road to June 9 (5-0)
- Approved special permit for 12 Charles Street addition (5-0)
- Approved signage program for 21 Cochituate Road (5-0)
- Approved April 14, 2026 minutes as amended (5-0)
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee reviewed updates on MBTA Communities zoning, Route 20 corridor conditions, and Town Center plans but did not approve, deny, or table any motions. All items were assigned as future tasks or follow-ups. The only vote was to adjourn.
Economic Development Committee
No substantive decisions were made at the May 12, 2026 meeting. The committee reviewed updates on zoning articles, the Town Center playground proposal, Route 20 corridor conditions, and tax base studies, and assigned multiple follow-up tasks.
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Wastewater Management District Commission
The commission approved a 9% across-the-board rate increase for FY27, effective on existing FY26 rates. It also set new base and tier charges. Separately, the commission approved reallocating 880 gpd of unused design flow from town buildings to Hastings Way. The April 13, 2026 meeting minutes were approved.
- Approved 9% wastewater rate increase for FY27 (3-0)
- Set base charge at $9.56 per 100 cf, Tier 1 at $7.52 per 100 cf, Tier 2 at $22.58 per 100 cf (3-0)
- Approved reallocation of 880 gpd from underutilized town properties to Hastings Way
- Approved April 13, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The Director reported that RFPs were awarded for FY 2027-2029: Bishop & Associates for real estate services and Real Estate Research Consultants for personal property services. Office updates included a transition to digital building permit reporting and development of a new abatement/exemption certificate form pending state approval.
- Approved minutes of April 13, 2026 open session (unanimous)
- Awarded real estate services contract to Bishop & Associates
- Awarded personal property services contract to Real Estate Research Consultants
- Noted building department transition to paperless building permits
- Developed in-house abatement/exemption certificate form awaiting DOR approval
Middlesex Regional Emergency Communication Center - Board of Directors
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission approved an Order of Conditions for a single-family home and septic system at 123 Dudley Road with a 3-1-1 vote, contingent on the conservation officer approving the planting plan. It also approved a driveway expansion at 58 Pequot Road (4-0), issued negative determinations for septic replacement at 8 Hobbs Road and tree removal at 23 Alpine Road, and authorized hiring a peer reviewer for a stormwater project at 43 Barney Hill Road. Hearings for a 6-unit apartment at 67A Loker Street and dock repairs at 68 Lakeshore Drive were continued.
- Approved Order of Conditions for 58 Pequot Road addition and driveway (4-0)
- Approved Order of Conditions for 123 Dudley Road home and septic (3-1-1)
- Continued hearings for 67A Loker Street apartment and 68 Lakeshore Drive dock to May 27 (4-0 each)
- Issued negative determination and Chapter 194 permit for 8 Hobbs Road septic replacement (5-0)
- Issued negative determination and Chapter 194 permit for 23 Alpine Road tree removal (5-0)
- Authorized hiring peer reviewer for 43 Barney Hill Road stormwater project (5-0)
Select Board
The Select Board voted 4-0 to enter executive session to discuss litigation on 16 Whispering Lane, then returned to open session. The board discussed a motion amendment to Article 22 regarding zoning bylaw housekeeping. The meeting recessed to the Annual Town Meeting with no other substantive decisions.
- Entered Executive Session for litigation strategy (4-0)
- Recessed to Annual Town Meeting (4-0)
Select Board
The Board tabled a vote on authorizing the Town Manager to sign an opt-out waiver regarding cannabis delivery licenses, deferring discussion to a future meeting. They also voted to postpone Article 16 at Annual Town Meeting, and entered executive session for collective bargaining with library staff union. No other substantive approvals or denials occurred.
- Tabled motion to authorize opt-out waiver for cannabis deliveries (unanimous)
- Voted to postpone Article 16 at Annual Town Meeting (4-0)
- Entered executive session for collective bargaining with Wayland Library Staff Association (3-0)
- Voted to recess to Annual Town Meeting (4-0)
Planning Board
The Planning Board voted 4-0 to delete a proposed amendment to Section 198-401.1.2 from the Annual Town Meeting warrant. The amendment would have clarified when a zoning variance is appropriate versus a special permit. The deletion was requested by the Zoning Board of Appeals chair and Select Board member; instead, legal training will be provided to the ZBA.
- Deleted proposed amendment to Section 198-401.1.2 from ATM Article 22 (4-0)
Board Of Public Works
The Board of Public Works discussed potential responses to recent news articles and a possible Fall Town Meeting for a water supply article. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were made; the only action was adjournment.
- Adjourned meeting (2-0)
Wayland Housing Authority
The Wayland Housing Authority holds its annual meeting to elect officers and appoint members to the Housing Partnership, followed by a regular meeting. They will review monthly operations including budgets, vacancy reports, and the Section 8 voucher program. Key discussions include a proposed supportive housing project at 212 Cochituate Road and the installation of solar panels at Cochituate Village Apartments.
- Election of Housing Authority officers and appointment to Wayland Housing Partnership
- Bill warrant for Housing Authority Revolving Fund and debit card warrant for March 2026
- Overview of low-income public housing operations including evictions and vacancies
- Report on Cochituate Village Apartments solar panel project
- Update on supportive housing living proposal at 212 Cochituate Road
The board unanimously elected Susan Weinstein as Chair, John Thomas as Vice Chair, and Denise Fortin as Treasurer. It approved the March 2026 Revolving Fund Bill Warrant for $66,783.39 and the Debit Card Warrant for $841.92, along with the Hammond Road Bill Warrant for $200. The board also discussed capital improvements, the HUD Capital Grant increase, and affordable housing planning.
- Elected Susan Weinstein Chair, John Thomas Vice Chair, Denise Fortin Treasurer (unanimous)
- Approved March 2026 Revolving Fund Bill Warrant $66,783.39 (unanimous)
- Approved March 2026 Debit Card Warrant $841.92 (unanimous)
- Approved Hammond Road Bill Warrant $200 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of 3/12/26 as amended (unanimous)
School Committee
The School Committee will discuss and potentially vote on a warrant article to fund preliminary design and engineering for 25 Holiday Road. They will also vote on The Education Cooperative's FY27 proposed budget and discuss policies on special education and technology use. Field trips to New Hampshire and London are up for approval. The committee will then enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining with the Wayland Educational Association.
- Discussion of 2026 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article 16: appropriate funding for preliminary design, engineering study and appraisal at 25 Holiday Road
- Vote on The Education Cooperative FY27 proposed budget
- Discussion and potential vote on Policy LBB - Special Education Programs with Low Enrollment
- Approval of WMS field trip to New Hampshire and WHS trip to London
- Executive session on collective bargaining strategy with Wayland Educational Association
Planning Board
This Planning Board meeting agenda consists solely of references to PDF documents and a single time entry. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed, indicating it may be a procedural placeholder or a meeting to review materials.
The Planning Board approved a site plan for outdoor dining at 289 Boston Road (Dunkin'/Jimmy John's) with conditions including seating limits, hours, and wastewater confirmation. A straw poll recommended against a proposed zoning amendment for appeals of site plan decisions. The Board also extended the deadline for the Council on Aging/Community Center project to complete as-built plans and screening until October 30, 2026.
- Approved Dunkin'/Jimmy John's outdoor dining site plan with conditions (5-0)
- Closed public hearing for outdoor dining site plan
- Straw poll voted not to recommend proposed zoning amendment on appeals (0-4-1)
- Extended deadline for COA/Community Center as-built plans and screening to Oct 30, 2026 (5-0)
- Authorized chair to sign amended COA site plan decision
- Approved minutes of April 15, 2026 (5-0)
Capital Improvement Planning Committee
The Capital Improvement Planning Committee approved Addendum #2 to its FY27-31 report, formalizing its failure to recommend Article 16, which sought a $200,000 appropriation for preliminary design and appraisal of the Town-owned Holiday Road property. The vote was 5-0. The committee also declined to revisit its earlier 2-2 vote on the article and agreed on revisions to the Capital Improvement Plan submission form.
- Approved Addendum #2 formalizing non-recommendation of Article 16 (5-0)
- Authorized Chair to submit addendum to Town Manager and distribute to boards (5-0)
- Declined to reconsider previous 2-2 vote on Article 16
- Approved minutes of 4/14/2026 meeting (5-0)
- Agreed to reconcile CIPC 5-year plan with Town Manager's plan
- Discussed and agreed on revisions to CIP submission form
Capital Improvement Planning Committee
The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will review and finalize an amendment to its 5-year capital plan that includes the committee's position on Article DD regarding Holiday Road. They will also compare their plan with the version in the Annual Town Meeting warrant and discuss process improvements for future reports. Succession planning for Finance and School Committee designees is also on the agenda.
- Finalize amendment to Fiscal 2027-2031 report on Article DD – Holiday Road
- Compare 5-year plan in Town Meeting warrant vs. CIPC report
- Discuss process improvements for future capital planning
- Succession planning for committee designees
- Vote on minutes from April 14, 2026
Energy and Climate Committee
The Energy and Climate Committee will hear updates from student representatives and the Sustainability Coordinator, including on a compost event and Homeworks program. The Facilities/Sustainability Manager will present on renewal of the Wayland Power Choice contract, a Green Communities Grant application, and the committee's charge. The Chair will lead discussion on a proposed solar bylaw and other energy initiatives.
- Discussion of proposed Solar Bylaw
- Contract renewal for Wayland Power Choice
- Green Communities Grant application
- Update on South Asian Compost Event
- Homeworks update with Q&A with rep Rachel Gunasekaran
The Energy and Climate Committee approved the minutes from its March 17, 2026 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates and discussions only.
- Approved minutes of March 17, 2026 meeting
Design Review Advisory Board
The board will consider a sign permit application for the Town House at 21 Cochituate Road. They will also review and discuss a draft of the Design Guidelines. The meeting includes approval of minutes from February 17, 2026, and other procedural business.
- Sign permit application for 21 Cochituate Road (Town House)
- Review of Design Guidelines Draft
- Approval of minutes from February 17, 2026
The Design Review Advisory Board approved the application for signage, lighting, and landscaping at 21 Cochituate Rd. for the new Town House cafe/bistro. The board also approved the meeting notes from February 17, 2026. Discussion on the draft Design Guidelines was held but no formal decision was made.
- Approved meeting notes from February 17, 2026 (3-0)
- Approved Town House signage, lighting, and landscaping application (3-0)
Select Board
The provided agenda text contains only document references and no specific items for discussion or decision. It is likely a placeholder or boilerplate agenda.
The Board voted 5-0 to adopt the proposed charge for the 25 Holiday Road Visioning Committee. They also approved the consent calendar including a one-day liquor license and an entertainment license, and authorized the Town Manager to apply for a grant for a mural project at the Community Pool. The Board entered executive session to discuss litigation and collective bargaining.
- Adopted 25 Holiday Road Visioning Committee charge (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar: one-day liquor license for Wayland Post event (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar: entertainment license for The LOCAL Restaurant (5-0)
- Approved minutes of March 30 and April 13, 2026 (5-0 each)
- Authorized Town Manager to apply for grant for mural project at Community Pool (5-0)
- Entered executive session to discuss litigation on 16 Whispering Lane, fire truck pricing, and collective bargaining (5-0)
Surface Water Quality Committee
The Surface Water Quality Committee will consider a request for proposals for water chestnut harvesting at Heard Pond and a contract for Clearcast treatment. They also discuss finding a new vendor or volunteer to conduct water meter readings on Dudley Pond. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.
- Heard Pond: RFP for water chestnut harvesting and Clearcast treatment contract
- Dudley Pond: seek new vendor or volunteer for water meter readings
The committee approved the minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting (4-0) and adjourned. No substantive actions were taken; updates were provided on Heard Pond contracts and potential Dudley Pond monitoring, but no votes were held on these items.
- Approved March 10, 2026 minutes (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:54 PM (4-0)
Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will discuss and possibly vote on draft statements for Arab American Heritage Month and Jewish American Heritage Month. They will also consider whether to continue issuing cultural and holiday statements and update the committee's Community Resource Guide and web page.
- Draft statements for Arab American Heritage Month (April) and Jewish American Heritage Month (May)
- Discussion on criteria for future cultural and holiday statements
- Potential vote to update the HRDEIC Community Resource Guide and web page
- Update on HRDEIC Fifth Anniversary bulletin board display
- Updates on Wayland Festival, Mural Project, and Conversations series
The committee unanimously approved amended statements for Arab American Heritage Month (April) and Jewish American Heritage Month (May). Discussion on future criteria for such statements was postponed. The March 17, 2026 meeting minutes were approved with one abstention. An update to the HRDEIC Community Resource Guide was tabled to the next meeting.
- Approved March 17, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)
- Approved amended Arab American Heritage Month statement (unanimous)
- Approved amended Jewish American Heritage Month statement (unanimous)
- Postponed discussion on criteria for future cultural statements
- Tabled update to Community Resource Guide and web page
Board Of Public Works
The Board of Public Works approved a $225 transfer station sticker fee and a $10 medium bag fee, effective for FY27. It also voted to notify the Select Board that the transfer station is not financially viable as currently structured, recommending either significant subsidies or a revolving fund. A water abatement was granted for 227 Rice Road, and outdoor water conservation measures were authorized due to equipment concerns.
- Approved $225 transfer station sticker fee and $10 medium bag fee (5-0)
- Voted to notify Select Board that transfer station is not viable as currently structured (5-0)
- Granted water abatement for 227 Rice Road: 44,600 cu ft at emergency rate plus fees (5-0)
- Authorized DPW to enact outdoor water conservation measures as needed (5-0)
- Approved minutes of Feb 24 and March 10, 2026 as amended (5-0)
Recreation Commission
The Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially vote on a request to redirect previously approved Community Preservation Act funds from the Town Building playground to Happy Hollow School. The request involves amending a 2025 Town Meeting warrant article.
- Potential vote to redirect CPA funds from Town Building playground to Happy Hollow School playground
Community Preservation Committee
The Community Preservation Committee will discuss and potentially vote on acquiring property at 17 Glezen Lane. They will also consider an amendment shifting playground funds from Wayland Town Building to Happy Hollow School. Other agenda items include reviewing past minutes and updates on projects and finances.
- Vote on amendment to 2026 Town Meeting article: redirect playground rehabilitation funds from Wayland Town Building to Happy Hollow School
- Discussion and potential vote on acquisition of 17 Glezen Lane
- Review minutes of January 7, 2026
- Discuss 2026 Annual Town Meeting articles and presentations
- Project and financial updates
Community Preservation Committee
The Community Preservation Committee will discuss and vote on a proposal to amend a previous appropriation, redirecting funds from playground rehabilitation at Wayland Town Building to new playground construction at Happy Hollow School. They will also review minutes from January 7, 2026, and discuss articles for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. Project and financial updates may be presented.
- Vote on amending 2025 Annual Town Meeting Article 16.1(d) to substitute playground construction at Happy Hollow School for rehabilitation at Wayland Town Building
- Review minutes of January 7, 2026
- Discuss 2026 Annual Town Meeting articles and presentations
- Project and financial updates
Community Preservation Committee
The Community Preservation Committee meeting agenda for April 16, 2026, lists only document references with no specific decisions or discussions outlined. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive items for public consideration.
Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on the Carroll School's site plan for 37-45 Waltham Road, with a possible vote. They will also vote on whether to allow the Select Board to withdraw a proposed zoning bylaw amendment regarding appeals of site plan decisions. Updates include the 2026-2027 meeting schedule and discussions on a multi-family housing zoning amendment for Route 20 West.
- Vote on Select Board's request to withdraw zoning bylaw amendment on appeals of site plan decisions
- Continued public hearing on Carroll School site plan (37-45 Waltham Road) with possible deliberation and vote
- Review of 2026-2027 Planning Board meeting schedule
- Report on meetings about Article 25 multi-family housing zoning amendment for Route 20 West Sub-District
The Board closed the public hearing and approved the site plan for The Carroll School at 37-45 Waltham Road, with conditions to be finalized by the chair and town planner. They also approved the Select Board's request to withdraw a proposed zoning bylaw amendment regarding appeals of site plan decisions. Discussions included coordination with the Economic Development Committee on MBTA district zoning amendments.
- Approved Carroll School site plan decision, authorizing chair to finalize and sign (5-0)
- Closed public hearing for Carroll School site plan (5-0)
- Approved Select Board's request to withdraw proposed zoning bylaw amendment on site plan appeals (5-0)
- Approved minutes of March 25, 2026 (5-0)
- Established sub-committee (Lewis and Borgestedt) for EDC and MBTA Communities matters (5-0)
Conservation Commission
The Wayland Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on eight continued Notices of Intent for projects within wetland buffer zones and riverfront areas. They will also take up a request for determination, stormwater permits, certificates of compliance, and a vote to return a performance guarantee.
- 67A Loker St: demolish barn, build 6-unit compact apartment facility within 100-ft wetland buffer and 200-ft riverfront
- 169 Rice Rd: demolish church, construct three buildings, parking, sports field, and stormwater systems
- 108 Lakeshore Dr: after-the-fact approval for unpermitted renovation work within 100 ft of Dudley Pond
- 58 Pequot Rd: addition and driveway expansion within 200-ft riverfront area
- 123 Dudley Rd: new single-family home, septic, and stormwater system within 100 ft of Dudley Pond
The Conservation Commission closed the hearing and approved an Order of Conditions for 108 Lakeshore Drive, covering prior unpermitted renovation work with conditions including partial patio removal and native plantings. Three other hearings were continued to May 6, 2026 (58 Pequot Road, 67A Loker Street, 123 Dudley Road). The hearing for 169 Rice Road remained open with no decision recorded in the provided minutes.
- Closed hearing for 108 Lakeshore Drive (7-0)
- Approved Order of Conditions for 108 Lakeshore Drive (7-0)
- Continued hearing for 58 Pequot Road to May 6 (7-0)
- Continued hearing for 67A Loker Street to May 6 (7-0)
- Continued hearing for 123 Dudley Road to May 6 (7-0)
Board of Library Trustees
The board will review monthly reports and consider approving March meeting minutes. They will vote on establishing a coffee service fund and a $2,480 cabinet move to the Director's office. Discussion items include the FY27 library budget, a 5-year capital improvement plan, the Millennium Fund home rule petition (Bill H4137) in the Senate, and the state of the Institute of Museum and Library Services amid court cases and executive orders. Also planned: a working group on interior reorganization and children's room murals, and facilities issues with town directors.
- Vote to approve $2,480 quote to disassemble and move custom cabinet to Director's office
- Establish coffee service revolving fund for beverage donations
- Vote on FY27 library budget and FY27-FY31 Capital Improvement Plan
- Update on Millennium Fund Special Act (Bill H4137) progressing in Senate
- Discussion on IMLS federal funding and library autonomy challenges
The Board of Library Trustees approved the March 25, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0) and adjourned (5-0). No other substantive decisions were voted on; items such as a cabinet move, FY27 budgets, and a space planning working group were discussed but deferred or passed over.
- Approved March 25, 2026 draft minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
- Passed over quote to disassemble and move cabinet ($2,480.40)
- Deferred FY27 library budgets discussion to meeting with Facilities Director
- No action on memorial event request; discussion only
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board renewed the Wayland Animal Clinic's special permit for two years (rather than the requested ten), allowing staffing to increase to four doctors and thirteen support staff. The board also allowed the applicant at 125 Dudley Road to withdraw their application without prejudice and approved a special permit for a detached barn/garage at 30 Cochituate Road.
- Renewed special permit for Wayland Animal Clinic with amended staffing (4 doctors, 13 support staff) for 2 years (5-0)
- Allowed withdrawal of application for addition at 125 Dudley Road without prejudice (5-0)
- Approved special permit for detached barn/garage at 30 Cochituate Road (5-0)
Capital Improvement Planning Committee
The Capital Improvement Planning Committee will review and discuss the Finance Committee's finalized Capital Improvement Plan recommendations for FY2027 through FY2031. They will also assess the impact of articles submitted for Annual Town Meeting on the capital plan and discuss process improvements for future reports.
- Review of Finance Committee's CIP recommendations for FY2027-2031
- Assessment of articles submitted for Annual Town Meeting for capital plan impact
- Discussion of next steps for CIPC report process improvements
- Review and vote to approve minutes of March 18, 2026 meeting
The Capital Improvement Planning Committee voted 2-2 on a motion to recommend the $200,000 Article 16 appropriation for a preliminary design and engineering study at 25 Holiday Road, so the motion failed. Members also voted 3-1 to take a formal position on the article and provide a recommendation to the Town Manager, despite lack of detailed cost estimates. The committee deferred discussion of revised CIP forms and long-term planning to a future meeting.
- Motion to take a position on Article 16 and recommend to Town Manager passed (3-1)
- Motion to recommend $200,000 capital expense for Holiday Road study failed (2-2)
- Deferred discussion of revised CIP submission form and long-term planning to next meeting
- No change to prior recommendation supporting MWRA/Happy Hollow well project funding
Wastewater Management District Commission
The Wastewater Management District Commission will discuss a Fats, Oils, and Greases (FOG) issue at the Oxbow Sewer Pump Station involving Comref Oxbow LLC. They will also review the FY27 Wastewater Rate Study presented by the Abrahams Group. Monthly operating and financial reports will be presented, and minutes from March 9, 2026, are up for approval.
- Discussion of Fats, Oils, and Greases (FOG) at Oxbow Sewer Pump Station (Comref Oxbow LLC)
- Review of FY27 Wastewater Rate Study by Matt Abrahams, Abrahams Group
- Monthly Operating Report (Jared Cotton)
- Monthly Financial Report (Sarah Pawluczonek)
- Approve minutes from March 9, 2026 meeting
The commission discussed ongoing FOG issues at the Oxbow Sewer Pump Station and reviewed a preliminary FY27 wastewater rate study, but no votes or formal actions were taken. The meeting was informational only.
Select Board
The Select Board voted 4-0 to authorize the Town Manager to sign the revised Inter-Municipal Agreement for the Regional 911 Emergency Communications Center. They also approved a consent calendar including grants for firefighter safety equipment and Housing Authority capital improvements. A public forum was held on Article 16 to fund a study of 25 Holiday Road, but no vote was taken; discussion included forming a working group.
- Authorized Town Manager to sign Regional 911 IMA (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar: $15,110 grant for firefighter safety equipment (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar: $388,214 HUD grant for Housing Authority capital improvements (4-0)
- Approved minutes of March 23, 2026 (4-0)
- Discussed but took no vote on Article 16 for 25 Holiday Road study
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will continue discussing and may vote on Town Meeting Warrant Article 25, which would amend maximum dimensions in the Multi-Family Housing Route 20 West Sub-District. They will also review and vote on a request to transfer $18,000 from the Reserve Fund to cover unforeseen insurance endorsements and deductibles. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.
- Vote on Article 25: Amend maximum dimensions in Multi-Family Housing Route 20 West Sub-District
- Transfer $18,000 from Reserve Fund for insurance endorsements and deductibles
- Approve minutes of April 6, 2026 meeting
- Public comment period (2 minutes per person)
The Finance Committee voted 1-3-2 not to recommend Article 25, which would have amended maximum dimensions in the Route 20 West Multi-Family Housing Sub-District. They also approved a $18,000 transfer from the Reserve Fund for insurance deductibles and unanimously approved minutes from the prior meeting.
- Failed to recommend Article 25 zoning amendment (1-3-2)
- Approved $18,000 transfer for insurance deductibles (6-0)
- Approved minutes of April 6, 2026 (7-0)
Council On Aging Board
The Council on Aging Board will discuss an update on a draft article for senior tax relief to be submitted for Select Board consideration. They will also receive updates on the Community Center, a report from the Friends of Wayland Council on Aging, and the director's report covering programs, grant submissions (Parkinson's Foundation, AARP), and challenges with the WCC reservation system.
- Update on draft senior tax relief article for Select Board
- Community Center update with Bill Sterling/Frank Kennedy
- Grant submissions: Parkinson's Foundation and AARP
- WCC reservation system challenges and accomplishments
- Friends of Wayland Council on Aging update
Board of Assessors
The Wayland Board of Assessors will meet remotely to vote on the second commitment of motor vehicle and trailer excise taxes for FY 2026, and will enter executive session to decide on real estate exemption applications. The board will also receive updates on completed tax collection forms and discuss a proposed senior tax credit article for Town Meeting.
- Vote on FY 2026 Motor Vehicle and Trailer Excise SECOND Commitment
- Executive session to vote on FY 2026 Real Estate Exemptions (March 14 to April 1)
- Director reports completion of FY 2027 Forms of Lists and Income & Expense collection
- Collection of FY 2026 exemption applications finalized
- Update on Senior Tax Credit Article KK for Town Meeting
The Board unanimously approved the FY2026 motor vehicle and trailer excise second commitment totaling $334,517.75 on $13.89M valuation. The proposed Senior Tax Credit Article KK was removed from the Town Meeting warrant because the Department of Revenue would not approve tax relief without means testing. The Board also acknowledged outgoing members Philip Parks and Massimo Taurisano for their six years of service.
- Approved FY2026 motor vehicle excise second commitment of $334,517.75 (unanimous)
- Removed proposed Senior Tax Credit Article KK from warrant (DOR requires means testing)
- Accepted minutes of March 16, 2026 open session (unanimous)
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will discuss a proposed Town Meeting Article for MBTA zoning and joint recommendations with the Finance Committee to grow Wayland's tax base, including meals tax precedents and split tax rate data. They will also review updates on the Route 20 corridor improvements, Town Center ownership, and communication strategies.
- Proposed Town Meeting Article OO: MBTA zoning article and amendment
- Joint Finance/EDC recommendations to grow tax base with meals tax and split tax rate data
- Route 20 sidewalk & curb cut engineering update for 2026 start
- Town Center new owners and Shared Streets next steps
- Infographic #6 and Wayland Business Association version 2.0
The Economic Development Committee approved forwarding a proposed amendment to the MBTA Communities bylaw that adds a voluntary density and height bonus for the Route 20 West district (6-0). The committee also approved minutes from the March 20 meeting (6-0). Other decisions included directing Jeff to research a split tax rate and David to recirculate a playground amenities proposal.
- Approved forwarding MBTA zoning bonus amendment to Planning Board (6-0)
- Approved March 20 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Jeff to reach out to Board of Assessors on split tax rate process
- David to circulate playground amenities proposal to committee for review
- Robert to confirm with state whether bonus asterisk affects MBTA compliance
- Katie to update corridor conditions property chart
- Katie and Neeti to collaborate on Infographic #6 on residential tax base
Youth Advisory Committee
The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to receive clinical updates, review a client survey, and discuss the return of clinical space to Town Offices. They will also review the MassCall3b regional partnership, including a public tool demo and a Jessica Lahey webinar. Updates on community education efforts at elementary, middle, and high schools, including internet safety, wellness programs, and healthy relationships curriculum, will be reported.
- Clinical Space Update (Return to Town Offices)
- Client Survey Report Out
- Jessica Lahey Webinar and Building Bright Brains Public Tool
- Internet Safety Community Conversations at Loker Elementary (April 7th Report Out)
- Prom/Graduation Prevention Messaging and Narcan Education at Wayland High School
School Committee
The Wayland School Committee is holding a public hearing on the recommended FY27 school budget. They will also discuss and potentially vote on approving the 2026-2027 Super Wednesdays schedule and a newly created revolving fund for specialized programs. The meeting includes an executive session for collective bargaining strategy with the teachers' union.
- Public hearing on FY27 School Committee Recommended Budget
- Possible vote to approve 2026-2027 Super Wednesdays (Oct 7, Dec 9, 2026; Feb 10, Mar 10, 2027)
- Discussion and potential vote on creating ‘Tuitions-In’ revolving fund for specialized programs
- Executive session on collective bargaining with Wayland Educational Association Units A and B
- The Education Cooperative quarterly update and FY27 proposed budget
Public Ceremonies Committee
The Public Ceremonies Committee will vote on nominees for the Gossels Award and the Lydia Maria Child Award. They will also plan Memorial Day logistics and review a biography of keynote speaker LCDR Gruber from the US Navy.
- Vote to select Gossels Award awardee
- Vote to select Lydia Maria Child Award awardee
- Memorial Day planning and task list
- Review of keynote speaker biography: LCDR Gruber, US Navy
The committee accepted Tom Wintle as Memorial Day Chaplain and reported nominees for the Gossels Award (Michael Short) and Lydia Maria Child Award (Yauwu Tang) to be presented at Town Meeting. Plans for the parade were discussed including military vehicles, a flyover, and participating groups. Meeting minutes were approved 5-0.
- Accepted Tom Wintle as Memorial Day Chaplain (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes of April 8, 2026 (5-0)
Planning Board
The Planning Board will meet with the Economic Development Committee to discuss proposed amendments to the Route 20 West Multi-Family Housing Overlay Subdistrict. This is the sole agenda item.
- Discussion of proposed amendments to the Route 20 West Multi-Family Housing Overlay Subdistrict
The Planning Board subcommittee met with the Economic Development Committee to discuss proposed amendments to the Route 20 West Multi-Family Housing Overlay Subdistrict. No substantive decisions were made; the discussion focused on height, setbacks, and regulatory constraints. Planning Board representatives offered to consider EDC-proposed language in performance standards for the regulations.
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will review and discuss comments on proposed Article OO, a zoning amendment for the Route 20 West area related to MBTA Communities requirements. They may discuss potential amendments with members of the Planning Board.
- Review of EDC comments on Article OO Route 20 West MBTA Communities zoning amendment
- Discussion of potential amendment to the article with Planning Board members
- Follow-up on next steps for the zoning amendment
The Economic Development Committee and Planning Board discussed proposed height and density increases for the Route 20 West MBTA district, but took no votes. They agreed to seek EOHLC guidance on stepped massing and continue refining zoning language through design regulations.
- No formal decisions were made; all items were discussion-only
Cultural Council
The Wayland Cultural Council will vote on final allocations for several projects, including a $500 mural project and the Echoes of Liberty funding status. They will also review updates on the MSA Community Event and Rail Trail Bench project. The meeting includes planning for the final grantee reception on April 17th.
- Final vote on $500 Mural Project allocation
- Review and vote on Echoes of Liberty funding status
- Update on MSA Community Event and Rail Trail Bench
- Finalizing the grantee reception program, food, and setup
- Review of reimbursement documentation
Senior Tax Relief Committee
The Senior Tax Relief Committee will discuss a proposed article for the Spring Town Meeting aimed at providing property tax relief for seniors. They will also update on the Circuit Breaker Match program (deadline April 1) and explore ways to increase awareness that seniors pay 40% of Wayland's property taxes. The committee will review minutes and set the next meeting date.
- Discuss proposed STR article for Spring Town Meeting
- Update on Circuit Breaker Match program (deadline 4/1)
- Explore ways to increase awareness of seniors paying 40% of property taxes
- Increase awareness of available tax relief programs
- Review and approve minutes of March 4, 2026 meeting
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will review and vote on a letter to the Select Board proposing parking solutions for the Historic District. They will also approve minutes from the March 17 meeting and discuss any unforeseen matters.
- Review HDC letter to Select Board proposing parking solutions for Historic District
- Approval of March 17 meeting minutes
The Historic District Commission closed a public hearing and unanimously approved a memo proposing short-term and long-term parking solutions for areas near the library, rail trails, Grout Heard house, and a new café. The memo will be sent to the Select Board for consideration.
- Closed public hearing on parking memo (5-0)
- Approved memo to Select Board proposing parking solutions (5-0)
Board Of Public Works
The Board of Public Works will receive a 45-minute presentation from Kleinfelder Engineers on the Long Term Water Supply Project, followed by a 45-minute Q&A period. The meeting includes no other business items.
- Presentation and Q&A on Long Term Water Supply Project by Kleinfelder Engineers
The Board of Public Works held a public forum on the proposed Long Term Water Supply project, which includes a new treatment facility at Happy Hollow and a permanent MWRA connection. Presenters outlined challenges with aging infrastructure, PFAS regulations, and the need to meet summer demand. No votes were taken; the project will be presented for approval at the May 4 Annual Town Meeting.
- No substantive decisions made; meeting was informational
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly vote on Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article 25, which would amend maximum dimensions in the Multi-Family Housing Route 20 West Sub-District. They will also review the status of the Town's appeal of the State Revolving Fund's denial of construction financing for the long-term water supply project. Additionally, the committee will evaluate internal processes for budget preparation and warrant article comments.
- Discussion and possible vote on Warrant Article 25 (Multi-Family Housing Route 20 West Sub-District – Amend Maximum Dimensions)
- Review of Town's appeal regarding State Revolving Fund financing for water supply project
- Discussion of budget preparation and Finance Committee processes for fiscal 2026
- Public comment opportunity at 7:02 pm
- Approval of minutes from March 16, 2026 meeting
The Finance Committee approved the March 16, 2026 minutes (6-0-1) and held discussions on Article 25 (multi-family zoning), the town's appeal of a State Revolving Fund decision, and internal budget processes. No other votes or decisions were made.
- Approved March 16, 2026 minutes as amended (6-0-1)