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August 30, 2021
12 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Thomas Fay, Adam Gutbezahl, Cherry Karlson, Carol Martin, David Watkins
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A3. Governance Guidelines: continuation of discussion and potential vote: There was a discussion regarding
Approve the Town of Wayland Principles of Organization of Elected Board and Appointed Bodies, as amended
C. Karlson moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to approve the Town of Wayland Principles of Organization of Elected Board and Appointed Bodies, as amended.
Yes: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, MartinNo: Watkins
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to approve the Town of Wayland Principles of Organization of Elected Board and Appointed Bodies, as amended. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin. NAY: D. Watkins. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-1.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Gutbezahl)
A4. Propane License Application: Hearing for application filed by Jeffrey Mushnick on behalf of Michael
Approve the application for License from Jeffrey Mushnick on behalf of applicants Michael & Tracy Roberge to store a maximum quantity of 3,000 gallons of LP-gas, utilizing three 1,000 gallon...
At 7:55 p.m. C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen approve the application for License from Jeffrey Mushnick on behalf of applicants Michael & Tracy Roberge to store a maximum quantity of 3,000 gallons of LP-gas, utilizing three 1,000 gallon underground tanks, at the residential address of 29 High Rock Road for personal residential use only.
From the minutes
“at 7:55 p.m. C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen approve the application for License from Jeffrey Mushnick on behalf of applicants Michael & Tracy Roberge to store a maximum quantity of 3,000 gallons of LP-gas, utilizing three 1,000 gallon underground tanks, at the residential address of 29 High Rock Road for personal residential use only. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Watkins)
A6. Committee Appointments: Interview, discuss and potential vote to appoint
Appoint Kristopher Aleksov to the Board of Registrars for a term ending, April 1, 2022
At 9:14 p.m. D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Karlson, that the Board appoint Kristopher Aleksov to the Board of Registrars for a term ending, April 1, 2022.
Yes: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, WatkinsThe roll call lists Carol Martin as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“at 9:14 p.m. D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Karlson, that the Board appoint Kristopher Aleksov to the Board of Registrars for a term ending, April 1, 2022. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: C. Martin. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Watkins, second: Karlson)
Appoint Susan Koffman to the Dog Control Board for a term ending, June 30, 2024
C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board appoint Susan Koffman to the Dog Control Board for a term ending, June 30, 2024.
Yes: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, WatkinsThe roll call lists Carol Martin as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board appoint Susan Koffman to the Dog Control Board for a term ending, June 30, 2024. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: C. Martin. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Watkins)
A7. Fall 2021 Special Town Meeting: a. Discuss and potential vote to open Special Town Meeting Warrant
Open Special Town Meeting Warrant to be on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. at Wayland High School field, the warrant for said Special Town Meeting will be open from Tuesday, August 31, 2021...
C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to vote to open Special Town Meeting Warrant to be on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. at Wayland High School field, the warrant for said Special Town Meeting will be open from Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. through September 7, 2021 at 4:30 p.m., in accordance with Chapter 36 Section 36-3 of the Code of the Town of Wayland all articles for consideration and inclusion in the warrant shall be submitted to the Selectmen's Office at 41 Cochituate Road by 4:30 p.m. on September 7, 2021.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to vote to open Special Town Meeting Warrant to be on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. at Wayland High School field, the warrant for said Special Town Meeting will be open from Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. through September 7, 2021 at 4:30 p.m., in accordance with Chapter 36 Section 36-3 of the Code of the Town of Wayland all articles for consideration and inclusion in the warrant shall be submitted to the Selectmen's Office at 41 Cochituate Road by 4:30 p.m. on September 7, 2021. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Watkins)
A9. c. Settlement Agreement regarding Happy Hollow Playground
Approve the Settlement Agreement regarding the Happy Hollow Playground as appears in the packet, and amended as discussed
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, approval of the Settlement Agreement regarding the Happy Hollow Playground as appears in the packet, and amended as discussed.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, approval of the Settlement Agreement regarding the Happy Hollow Playground as appears in the packet, and amended as discussed. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Watkins)
A10. Utility Box Art Project: discuss and potential vote: A. Gutbezahl commended the Cultural Council for its
Approve the beautification of two utility boxes: one located in front of Fire Station #2 and one located at the Library, at the discretion of the Wayland Cultural Council
C. Karlson moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve the beautification of two utility boxes: one located in front of Fire Station #2 and one located at the Library, at the discretion of the Wayland Cultural Council.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve the beautification of two utility boxes: one located in front of Fire Station #2 and one located at the Library, at the discretion of the Wayland Cultural Council. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Martin)
A11. Minutes - July 12, 2021, July 26, 2021, August 9, 19 and 21, 2021; review and vote to approve
Approve the revised minutes of July 12, 2021
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the revised minutes of July 12, 2021.
Yes: Fay, Karlson, Martin, WatkinsAbstained: Gutbezahl
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the revised minutes of July 12, 2021. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: A. Gutbezahl. Adopted 4-0-1.” (Motion: Martin, second: Watkins)
Approve the minutes of July 26, 2021, as amended
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the minutes of July 26, 2021, as amended.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the minutes of July 26, 2021, as amended. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Watkins)
Approve the minutes of August 9, 2021, August 19, 2021 and August 21, 2021, all as amended
C. Karlson moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve the minutes of August 9, 2021, August 19, 2021 and August 21, 2021, all as amended.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve the minutes of August 9, 2021, August 19, 2021 and August 21, 2021, all as amended. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Martin)
A12. Consent: review and vote to approve
Approve the Consent Calendar
C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the Consent Calendar.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the Consent Calendar. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Watkins)
A16. Adjourn
Adjourn
At 10:44 p.m., C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“At 10:44 p.m., C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to adjourn the meeting. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: none. ABSENT: none. ABSTAIN: none. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Karlson, 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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