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February 12, 2024
15 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Thomas Fay, Carol Martin, Anne Brensley, William Whitney
Absent: Adam Gutbezahl
During the meeting:
- William Whitney left the meeting.
Every vote, in order
A5. Appointments to Committees: Interview, discuss and potential vote to appoint: M. Lowery, Lakeshore
Appoint M. Lowery to the Community Preservation Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025
T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to appoint M. Lowery to the Community Preservation Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to appoint M. Lowery to the Community Preservation Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Whitney)
A12. Consent Calendar: a) Review and vote to approve listed items
Approve the Consent Calendar Items #2, #3 and #4
T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney to approve the Consent Calendar Items #2, #3 and #4.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney to approve the Consent Calendar Items #2, #3 and #4. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Whitney)
Adopt the Consent Calendar Item #1 with the date of February 24, 2024 rather than the listed date of January 27, 2024
T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to adopt the Consent Calendar Item #1 with the date of February 24, 2024 rather than the listed date of January 27, 2024.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to adopt the Consent Calendar Item #1 with the date of February 24, 2024 rather than the listed date of January 27, 2024. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Whitney)
A5. Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining, relating to a Step 3 grievance with...
At 7:28 p.m., C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining, relating to a Step 3 grievance with the International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978 and b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation related to MCRT Investments, LLC vs. Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals, HAC 2023-5 and c) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation: the Board will discuss strategy regarding the national opioid multi-district litigation settlement allocation of funds and d) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 5, 2024 with the intent to hold said minutes. C. Martin declared that a public discussion of these matters may have a detrimental effect on the litigating, negotiating and/or bargaining position of the Town.
From the minutes
“At 7:28 p.m., C. Martin moved, seconded by T. Fay, that the Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining, relating to a Step 3 grievance with the International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO Local 1978 and b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation related to MCRT Investments, LLC vs. Wayland Zoning Board of Appeals, HAC 2023-5 and c) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation: the Board will discuss strategy regarding the national opioid multi-district litigation settlement allocation of funds and d) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 5, 2024 with the intent to hold said minutes. C. Martin declared that a public discussion of these matters may have a detrimental effect on the litigating, negotiating and/or bargaining position of the Town. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Fay)
A6. 2024 Annual Town Meeting (ATM): discussion of ATM topics, including but not limited to: a) Invite
Recommend approval of Article J: Surface Water Quality Committee Budget
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley, to recommend approval of Article J: Surface Water Quality Committee Budget.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley, to recommend approval of Article J: Surface Water Quality Committee Budget. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Brensley)
Recommend approval of Article P: CPA: Set Asides and Transfer for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting
T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to recommend approval of Article P: CPA: Set Asides and Transfer for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to recommend approval of Article P: CPA: Set Asides and Transfer for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Whitney)
Recommend approval of Article DD: CPA - Affordable Housing Consultant Services for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting
T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to recommend approval of Article DD: CPA - Affordable Housing Consultant Services for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to recommend approval of Article DD: CPA - Affordable Housing Consultant Services for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Whitney)
Recommend approval of Article EE. CPA - Open Space Projects: Improvement at Pine Brook Conservation Area; Biocontrol of Purple Loosestrife at Cow Common; and Conservation Restriction, House...
T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to recommend approval of Article EE. CPA - Open Space Projects: Improvement at Pine Brook Conservation Area; Biocontrol of Purple Loosestrife at Cow Common; and Conservation Restriction, House Demolition and Trail Construction for 27 Sherman's Bridge Road with Archaeological Monitoring up to $65,846.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to recommend approval of Article EE. CPA - Open Space Projects: Improvement at Pine Brook Conservation Area; Biocontrol of Purple Loosestrife at Cow Common; and Conservation Restriction, House Demolition and Trail Construction for 27 Sherman's Bridge Road with Archaeological Monitoring up to $65,846. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Whitney)
Recommend approval of Article FF. CPA - Historic Preservation Projects: Preservation Materials for Town's Historic Collection; Preservation of Town Permanent Records and HVAC System at Grout-Heard...
T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to recommend approval of Article FF. CPA - Historic Preservation Projects: Preservation Materials for Town's Historic Collection; Preservation of Town Permanent Records and HVAC System at Grout-Heard House.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to recommend approval of Article FF. CPA - Historic Preservation Projects: Preservation Materials for Town's Historic Collection; Preservation of Town Permanent Records and HVAC System at Grout-Heard House. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Whitney)
Recommend approval of Article GG: CPA - Historic Preservation Project: Restoration of Stone's Bridge
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley, to recommend approval of Article GG: CPA - Historic Preservation Project: Restoration of Stone's Bridge.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley, to recommend approval of Article GG: CPA - Historic Preservation Project: Restoration of Stone's Bridge. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Brensley)
A8. Energy Choice/Community Aggregation: Discuss and vote to adopt guidance from Peregrine
Authorize the Town Manager to establish Renewable Energy Certificates and to adopt guidance from Peregrine Energy Group and Energy and Climate Committee
T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to authorize the Town Manager to establish Renewable Energy Certificates and to adopt guidance from Peregrine Energy Group and Energy and Climate Committee. A. Brensley provided clarifying information about opting out of the program.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney, to authorize the Town Manager to establish Renewable Energy Certificates and to adopt guidance from Peregrine Energy Group and Energy and Climate Committee. A. Brensley provided clarifying information about opting out of the program. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Whitney)
A9. Talbot Mills Dam: Discussion and potential vote to authorize the Town Manager to compose a letter
Authorize the Town Manager to compose a letter to support the removal of the Talbot Mills Dam in Billerica, MA
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley, to authorize the Town Manager to compose a letter to support the removal of the Talbot Mills Dam in Billerica, MA.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley, to authorize the Town Manager to compose a letter to support the removal of the Talbot Mills Dam in Billerica, MA. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Brensley)
A10. MBTA Communities Zoning: Discussion and possible vote to authorize the Town Manager to refer
Delegate that the proposed zoning by-law be sent to the Planning Board for review, pursuant to M.G.L Chapter 40A § 5
T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to delegate that the proposed zoning by-law be sent to the Planning Board for review, pursuant to M.G.L Chapter 40A § 5.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by C. Martin, to delegate that the proposed zoning by-law be sent to the Planning Board for review, pursuant to M.G.L Chapter 40A § 5. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Martin)
Delegate to the Town Manager the proposed zoning by-law be sent to the Planning Board for review, pursuant to M.G.L Chapter 40A § 5
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley, delegate to the Town Manager the proposed zoning by-law be sent to the Planning Board for review, pursuant to M.G.L Chapter 40A § 5.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley, delegate to the Town Manager the proposed zoning by-law be sent to the Planning Board for review, pursuant to M.G.L Chapter 40A § 5. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 4-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Brensley)
A17. Adjourn
Adjourn
T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley to adjourn the meeting.
Yes: Brensley, Fay, MartinThe roll call lists William Whitney as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by A. Brensley to adjourn the meeting. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, and C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: A. Gutbezahl and W. Whitney. ABSTAIN: None. Approved. 3-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Brensley)
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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