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August 15, 2022
8 recorded votes, 1 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
A2. Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and consider for potential release the following executive session minutes related to...
C. Karlson moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and consider for potential release the following executive session minutes related to discussing strategy with respect to litigation Duane Galbi v. Town of Wayland et al: September 21, 2020; February 1, 2021; July 26, 2021; October 4, 2021; and December 13, 2021; and to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements, Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §23, pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(7) - Open Meeting Law complaint, George Harris, dated July 28, 2022; review of the complaint and discussion. C. Karlson declared that a public discussion of these matters may have a detrimental effect on the litigating, negotiating, or bargaining position of the Town.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and consider for potential release the following executive session minutes related to discussing strategy with respect to litigation Duane Galbi v. Town of Wayland et al: September 21, 2020; February 1, 2021; July 26, 2021; October 4, 2021; and December 13, 2021; and to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements, Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A, §23, pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(7) - Open Meeting Law complaint, George Harris, dated July 28, 2022; review of the complaint and discussion. C. Karlson declared that a public discussion of these matters may have a detrimental effect on the litigating, negotiating, or bargaining position of the Town. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Karlson, second: Gutbezahl)
A4. Verizon Grant of Location Hearing: 295 Concord Road Existing - existing utility pole #15 located
Approve the application to attach, maintain and operate small cell communications equipment on a utility pole located in the public right-of-way located on existing utility pole #15 located near...
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to approve the application to attach, maintain and operate small cell communications equipment on a utility pole located in the public right-of-way located on existing utility pole #15 located near 295 Concord Road as set forth in its petition. In discussion, the Board discussed the comments and the petition. A. Gutbezahl confirmed that Wayland zoning bylaw Chapter 198-1503.2.13 applied to wireless communications within the overlay district, and that the bylaw does not apply to the poles in question because they are not within the overlay district. D. Watkins noted that there was a need for better data.
Yes: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, MartinNo: Watkins
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, to approve the application to attach, maintain and operate small cell communications equipment on a utility pole located in the public right-of-way located on existing utility pole #15 located near 295 Concord Road as set forth in its petition. In discussion, the Board discussed the comments and the petition. A. Gutbezahl confirmed that Wayland zoning bylaw Chapter 198-1503.2.13 applied to wireless communications within the overlay district, and that the bylaw does not apply to the poles in question because they are not within the overlay district. D. Watkins noted that there was a need for better data. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin. NAY: D. Watkins. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-1-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Gutbezahl)
A5. Appointments to Committee: Vote to confirm appointment of the following volunteer(s)
Confirm the appointment of K. Gardner-Westcott to the Community Preservation Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025
C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board confirm the appointment of K. Gardner-Westcott to the Community Preservation Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Board confirm the appointment of K. Gardner-Westcott to the Community Preservation Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025. 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: Fay)
A11. Minutes: a. Review and vote to approve the regular session minutes of August 8, 2022 b. Executive
Approve and release with redactions the executive session minutes: December 13, 2021
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board approve and release with redactions the executive session minutes: December 13, 2021.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board approve and release with redactions the executive session minutes: December 13, 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: Martin, second: Watkins)
A9. Launcher Way: authorize the Acting Town Manager to sign the Certificate of Municipality Bidder
Authorize the Acting Town Manager to sign the Certificate of Municipality Bidder and on behalf of the Select Board and other documents related to the bid
C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Board authorize the Acting Town Manager to sign the Certificate of Municipality Bidder and on behalf of the Select Board and other documents related to the bid.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Board authorize the Acting Town Manager to sign the Certificate of Municipality Bidder and on behalf of the Select Board and other documents related to the bid. 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: Gutbezahl)
A12. Open Meeting Law Complaint: review and approve response to George Harris' complaint of July
Approve the OML response as drafted by Town Counsel and authorize Town Counsel to submit the response
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board approve the OML response as drafted by Town Counsel and authorize Town Counsel to submit the response.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by C. Martin, that the Board approve the OML response as drafted by Town Counsel and authorize Town Counsel to submit the response. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0.” (Motion: Gutbezahl, second: Martin)
A13. Warrant for 2022 State Primary Election: review and vote to sign
Approve the warrant for the 2022 State Primary Election, as printed in the packet
C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Board approve the warrant for the 2022 State Primary Election, as printed in the packet.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by A. Gutbezahl, that the Board approve the warrant for the 2022 State Primary Election, as printed in the packet. 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: Gutbezahl)
A7. Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of July 18, 2022 with the intent to approve...
C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of July 18, 2022 with the intent to approve and hold said minutes; and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real estate in regard to the purchase of Launcher Way: C. Karlson declared that a public discussion of these matters may have a detrimental effect on the litigating, negotiating, or bargaining position of the Town.
From the minutes
“C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board of Selectmen enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of July 18, 2022 with the intent to approve and hold said minutes; and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real estate in regard to the purchase of Launcher Way: C. Karlson declared that a public discussion of these matters may have a detrimental effect on the litigating, negotiating, or bargaining position of the Town. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (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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