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February 23, 2022
9 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Thomas Fay, Cherry Karlson, Carol Martin, David Watkins
Absent: Adam Gutbezahl
Every vote, in order
A3. 2022 Annual Town Meeting a. Discuss and Potential Vote to Insert and take a Position on Warrant
Defer its recommendation on Article MM. Town Acceptance of Whittemore Lane as a Public Way until 2022 Annual Town Meeting
C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board vote to defer its recommendation on Article MM. Town Acceptance of Whittemore Lane as a Public Way until 2022 Annual Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board vote to defer its recommendation on Article MM. Town Acceptance of Whittemore Lane as a Public Way until 2022 Annual Town Meeting. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Watkins)
Insert and support Article FF. Local Historic District Bylaw Amendment
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen insert and support Article FF. Local Historic District Bylaw Amendment.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen insert and support Article FF. Local Historic District Bylaw Amendment. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Watkins)
Support Article HH. Fire Sprinkler System at 89 Oxbow Condo Trust - Community Housing
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen support Article HH. Fire Sprinkler System at 89 Oxbow Condo Trust - Community Housing. In discussion, T. Fay questioned if the article would set a precedent for other housing. D. Watkins suggested that the request could be funded by alternate means and also expressed concern with setting a precedent. C. Karlson suggested the Board consult with the Housing Partnership.
Yes: Fay, MartinNo: Karlson, Watkins
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen support Article HH. Fire Sprinkler System at 89 Oxbow Condo Trust - Community Housing. In discussion, T. Fay questioned if the article would set a precedent for other housing. D. Watkins suggested that the request could be funded by alternate means and also expressed concern with setting a precedent. C. Karlson suggested the Board consult with the Housing Partnership. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Martin. NAY: C. Karlson, D. Watkins. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 2-2.” (Motion: Martin, second: Watkins)
Support Article JJ. 27 Sherman Bridge Road - Open Space Acquisition
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen support Article JJ. 27 Sherman Bridge Road - Open Space Acquisition. In discussion, T. Fay expressed support for the motion, but would have preferred to see a stronger effort made to establish homes on part of the property given there were long-term budget implications balanced with the value of open space.
Yes: Fay, MartinNo: Karlson, Watkins
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen support Article JJ. 27 Sherman Bridge Road - Open Space Acquisition. In discussion, T. Fay expressed support for the motion, but would have preferred to see a stronger effort made to establish homes on part of the property given there were long-term budget implications balanced with the value of open space. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Martin. NAY: C. Karlson, D. Watkins. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 2-2.” (Motion: Martin, second: Watkins)
Insert and support Article T: Amend Chapter 19, Section 3 of Town Code, as written on page 9 of the Board packet, and as further amended
C. Martin moved, seconded by C. Karlson, that the Board of Selectmen insert and support Article T: Amend Chapter 19, Section 3 of Town Code, as written on page 9 of the Board packet, and as further amended.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by C. Karlson, that the Board of Selectmen insert and support Article T: Amend Chapter 19, Section 3 of Town Code, as written on page 9 of the Board packet, and as further amended. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Karlson)
Insert Article M. Acquisition of Land at Town Center
M. T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Karlson, that the Board of Selectmen insert Article M. Acquisition of Land at Town Center.
No: Fay, Karlson, Martin, Watkins
From the minutes
“M. T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Karlson, that the Board of Selectmen insert Article M. Acquisition of Land at Town Center. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: T. Fay, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-4.” (Motion: Fay, second: Karlson)
Insert Article AA. Accept gifts of Land
A. T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Karlson, that the Board of Selectmen insert Article AA. Accept gifts of Land.
No: Fay, Karlson, Martin, Watkins
From the minutes
“A. T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Karlson, that the Board of Selectmen insert Article AA. Accept gifts of Land. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: T. Fay, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-4.” (Motion: Fay, second: Karlson)
A4. Minutes: Review and vote to approve the minutes of February 7, February 9, and February 16, 2022. No
Approve the minutes of February 7 and February 9, 2022, as amended
D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve the minutes of February 7 and February 9, 2022, as amended.
From the minutes
“D. Watkins moved, seconded by C. Martin, to approve the minutes of February 7 and February 9, 2022, as amended. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Watkins, second: Martin)
A6. Adjourn
Adjourn
C. Karlson moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board adjourn the meeting. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Martin)
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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