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October 5, 2020
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not mention Mary Antes, who is counted absent.
Present: Lea Anderson, Thomas Fay, Cherry Karlson, David Watkins
Absent: Mary Antes
Every vote, in order
A3.a. Discussion of citizens petition regarding intersection of Rtes. 27 & 126 at Five Paths, discussion
Approve the expenditure of monies to hire a Traffic Consultant, directed by the Town Administrator, to provide an opinion relative to potential changes to the intersection and the crosswalk...
T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board vote to approve the expenditure of monies to hire a Traffic Consultant, directed by the Town Administrator, to provide an opinion relative to potential changes to the intersection and the crosswalk located 50 yards south of said intersection. In discussion, L. Miller clarified that the motion would authorize the Town Administrator to procure a study and determine the scope of work, and the Board would later have an opportunity to approve the contract and expenditure.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board vote to approve the expenditure of monies to hire a Traffic Consultant, directed by the Town Administrator, to provide an opinion relative to potential changes to the intersection and the crosswalk located 50 yards south of said intersection. In discussion, L. Miller clarified that the motion would authorize the Town Administrator to procure a study and determine the scope of work, and the Board would later have an opportunity to approve the contract and expenditure. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Anderson)
A4. Potter Road/Stonebridge Road bridge capital project update, potential vote on next steps L. Miller
Authorize the Town Administrator to secure the services of an engineer to determine the property line at Potter Road / Stonebridge Road Bridge concerning Wayland and Framingham
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board authorize the Town Administrator to secure the services of an engineer to determine the property line at Potter Road / Stonebridge Road Bridge concerning Wayland and Framingham.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board authorize the Town Administrator to secure the services of an engineer to determine the property line at Potter Road / Stonebridge Road Bridge concerning Wayland and Framingham. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Watkins)
A18. Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting, if any
Apply surplus bond proceeds to debt service voted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 44 Section 20 the sum of $49,575 representing the aggregate amount of surplus funds borrowed...
L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen vote to apply surplus bond proceeds to debt service voted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 44 Section 20 the sum of $49,575 representing the aggregate amount of surplus funds borrowed for the High School project in 2011, which project is complete and for which no further financial liability remains, is hereby transferred to the debt service account to pay principal of and interest on indebtedness of the Town. We confirm that the total amount of remaining unexpended for the High School project is not in excess of $50,000 as required by M.G.L Chapter 44 Section 20.
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen vote to apply surplus bond proceeds to debt service voted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 44 Section 20 the sum of $49,575 representing the aggregate amount of surplus funds borrowed for the High School project in 2011, which project is complete and for which no further financial liability remains, is hereby transferred to the debt service account to pay principal of and interest on indebtedness of the Town. We confirm that the total amount of remaining unexpended for the High School project is not in excess of $50,000 as required by M.G.L Chapter 44 Section 20. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Watkins)
A8. Committee Appointments: Interview and potential vote to appoint
Approve J. Lopez and S. Roman to fill the two vacancies on the Economic Development Committee to terms ending June 30, 2023
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board approve J. Lopez and S. Roman to fill the two vacancies on the Economic Development Committee to terms ending June 30, 2023. In discussion, T. Fay voiced support for the appointment of D. Crossman for his experience with small business, J. Lopez for his building background, and supported the reappointment for S. Roman to continue to serve on the EDC.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board approve J. Lopez and S. Roman to fill the two vacancies on the Economic Development Committee to terms ending June 30, 2023. In discussion, T. Fay voiced support for the appointment of D. Crossman for his experience with small business, J. Lopez for his building background, and supported the reappointment for S. Roman to continue to serve on the EDC. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Watkins)
Approve A. Ciaccio to fill the vacancy on the Historical Commission to a three-year term ending June 30, 2023
L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board approve A. Ciaccio to fill the vacancy on the Historical Commission to a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. In discussion, T. Fay voiced support for the appointment of both A. Ciaccio and J. Berkowitz and it was tough to choose one. D. Watkins voiced support for selecting A. Ciaccio as she was the incumbent. L. Anderson concurred with the reappointment.
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board approve A. Ciaccio to fill the vacancy on the Historical Commission to a three-year term ending June 30, 2023. In discussion, T. Fay voiced support for the appointment of both A. Ciaccio and J. Berkowitz and it was tough to choose one. D. Watkins voiced support for selecting A. Ciaccio as she was the incumbent. L. Anderson concurred with the reappointment. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Watkins)
Appoint D. Watkins to the Cable Advisory Committee for a term ending upon completion of the charge
L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board appoint D. Watkins to the Cable Advisory Committee for a term ending upon completion of the charge.
From the minutes
“L. Anderson moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board appoint D. Watkins to the Cable Advisory Committee for a term ending upon completion of the charge. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Anderson, second: Fay)
A7. Restaurants: Vote to automatically extend dates for all previously approved outdoor seating
Automatically extend dates for all previously approved outdoor seating applicants for any period up to and including sixty (60) days after the end of the state of emergency
T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board vote to automatically extend dates for all previously approved outdoor seating applicants for any period up to and including sixty (60) days after the end of the state of emergency.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board vote to automatically extend dates for all previously approved outdoor seating applicants for any period up to and including sixty (60) days after the end of the state of emergency. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Anderson)
A10.d. State of Emergency (vote to affirm)
Reaffirm the March 20, 2020 vote declaring a local state of emergency in the Town of Wayland
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board reaffirm the March 16, 2020 vote declaring a local state of emergency in the Town of Wayland, T. Fay amended the motion, seconded by D. Watkins, to reaffirm the March 20, 2020 vote declaring a local state of emergency in the Town of Wayland.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board reaffirm the March 16, 2020 vote declaring a local state of emergency in the Town of Wayland, T. Fay amended the motion, seconded by D. Watkins, to reaffirm the March 20, 2020 vote declaring a local state of emergency in the Town of Wayland. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Watkins)
A13. Cow Common land management plan: discussion and potential vote to release funds for
Release funds for expenditure of $23,000 from the Conservation Gift Account for the purpose of Cow Common Land Management
T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board vote to release funds for expenditure of $23,000 from the Conservation Gift Account for the purpose of Cow Common Land Management.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board vote to release funds for expenditure of $23,000 from the Conservation Gift Account for the purpose of Cow Common Land Management. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Anderson)
A14. Minutes: Review and vote to approve minutes of September 21, 2020
Approve the meeting minutes of September 21, 2020, as written
T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of Selectmen approve the meeting minutes of September 21, 2020, as written.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board of Selectmen approve the meeting minutes of September 21, 2020, as written. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Anderson)
A15. Consent: Review and vote to approve (see separate sheet)
Approve the Consent Calendar
T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board approve the Consent Calendar.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by L. Anderson, that the Board approve the Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Anderson)
A18. Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting, if any There
Adjourn
At 9:52 p.m. T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“At 9:52 p.m. T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board adjourn the meeting. Roll Call Vote: YEA: L. Anderson, T. Fay, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: M. Antes. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Watkins)
From the Wayland Select Board’s official minutes: 2018 to 2024 from the town’s Document Center (Agendas & Minutes prior to 2025, Select Board), and 2025 on from its Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Wayland Patch candidate profiles (Thomas Fay, May 2022; William Whitney, April 2023; Carol Martin, April 2024; Doug Levine, May 2024), photos courtesy of the members. Christopher Reynolds from his candidate profile in The Wayland Post (April 2026).
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