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January 9, 2023
7 recorded votes, 3 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. Minutes: review and approve the minutes of December 10, 2022; December 20, 2022; December 22,
Minutes: review and approve the minutes of December 10, 2022; December 20, 2022; December 22,
C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the minutes of December 10, 2022, as written. In discussion, C. Karlson asked M. Jaillet to provide a list of the documents provided for the interviews which would be added to the minutes. C. Martin amended the motion as such, T. Fay seconded the amended motion.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the minutes of December 10, 2022, as written. In discussion, C. Karlson asked M. Jaillet to provide a list of the documents provided for the interviews which would be added to the minutes. C. Martin amended the motion as such, T. Fay seconded the amended motion. Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Fay)
Approve the minutes of December 20, 2022, as written
C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the minutes of December 20, 2022, as written. In discussion, A. Gutbezahl would abstain due to his absence.
The roll call lists Adam Gutbezahl more than once. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the minutes of December 20, 2022, as written. In discussion, A. Gutbezahl would abstain due to his absence. Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: A. Gutbezahl. Adopted 4-0-1.” (Motion: Martin, second: Watkins)
Approve the regular session minutes of December 22, 2022, as amended
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the regular session minutes of December 22, 2022, as amended. In discussion, A. Gutbezahl suggested some revisions.
Yes: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, WatkinsAbstained: Martin
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by D. Watkins, to approve the regular session minutes of December 22, 2022, as amended. In discussion, A. Gutbezahl suggested some revisions. Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: C. Martin. Adopted 4-0-1.” (Motion: Gutbezahl, second: Watkins)
A5. Liquor License Continuation: Liquor License Hearing for Bapa Wayland Corporation, for a
Approve Bapa Wayland Corporation, for a transfer of the existing off premise package store/all alcoholic beverages license held by P And P Liquors Inc. and pledge of license and inventory held by...
A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board approve Bapa Wayland Corporation, for a transfer of the existing off premise package store/all alcoholic beverages license held by P And P Liquors Inc. and pledge of license and inventory held by P And P Liquors Inc. to Bapa Wayland Corporation at the existing premises at 302 Commonwealth Road, Wayland MA 01778.
From the minutes
“A. Gutbezahl moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board approve Bapa Wayland Corporation, for a transfer of the existing off premise package store/all alcoholic beverages license held by P And P Liquors Inc. and pledge of license and inventory held by P And P Liquors Inc. to Bapa Wayland Corporation at the existing premises at 302 Commonwealth Road, Wayland MA 01778. Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gutbezahl, second: Watkins)
A6.a. Potential articles: Insert potential articles into Warrant as ready: C. Karlson referenced the table
Insert articles i. through ix. to the 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant as listed under A6.a on the revised agenda
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board insert articles i. through ix. to the 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant as listed under A6.a on the revised agenda.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Board insert articles i. through ix. to the 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant as listed under A6.a on the revised agenda. Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin, D. Watkins. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Watkins)
A8. Potential Affordable Housing Development at Saint Ann Church: discussion with staff; discuss
Submit the warrant article, Amend Zoning Bylaw Chapter 198, as presented on the revised agenda
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to submit the warrant article, Amend Zoning Bylaw Chapter 198, as presented on the revised agenda. In discussion, M. Jaillet noted the possibility of the need for a Special Town Meeting. A. Gutbezahl noted that the developer could apply for a Project Eligibility Letter (PEL) independent of the LIP. There was discussion about the process.
Yes: Fay, Gutbezahl, Karlson, MartinNo: Watkins
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to submit the warrant article, Amend Zoning Bylaw Chapter 198, as presented on the revised agenda. In discussion, M. Jaillet noted the possibility of the need for a Special Town Meeting. A. Gutbezahl noted that the developer could apply for a Project Eligibility Letter (PEL) independent of the LIP. There was discussion about the process. Vote: YEA: T. Fay, A. Gutbezahl, C. Karlson, C. Martin. NAY: D. Watkins. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-1-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Martin)
A12. Executive Session: I. Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of January 3, 2023; and pursuant to...
At 9:30 p.m., C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of January 3, 2023; and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with International Association of Firefighters, AFL- CIO Local 1978 and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel, the Acting Police Chief. Chair 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
“At 9:30 p.m., C. Karlson moved, seconded by D. Watkins, that the Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of January 3, 2023; and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with International Association of Firefighters, AFL- CIO Local 1978 and pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel, the Acting Police Chief. Chair 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.” (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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