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March 9, 2026
24 recorded votes, 11 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Thomas Fay, Doug Levine, Carol Martin, William Whitney, Anne Brensley
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A3. Enter into Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 13, 2026, and March 2, 2026...
At 6:07 p.m., C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Levine that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 13, 2026, and March 2, 2026 with the intent to hold said minutes. b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager). C. Martin 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 6:07 p.m., C. Martin moved, seconded by D. Levine that the Select Board enter into Executive Session: a) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of February 13, 2026, and March 2, 2026 with the intent to hold said minutes. b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager). C. Martin 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: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin, and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted. 5-0-0.” (Motion: Martin, second: Levine)
A6. 2026 Annual Town Meeting (ATM) discussion, including, but not limited to review and potential to
Support the adoption of Article E. Enterprise Fund Budgets, as presented
Whitney moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support the adoption of Article E. Enterprise Fund Budgets, as presented.
From the minutes
“Whitney moved, seconded by D. Levine, to support the adoption of Article E. Enterprise Fund Budgets, as presented. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Whitney, second: Levine)
A10. Hearing: Liquor License: Discussion and possible vote to accept liquor license amendment: Change
Approve the application for a Change of Manager to Laura Palmer for BBRG TR, LC, doing business as The Coach Grill of Wayland for an Annual All-Alcohol Liquor License, ABCC #00002-RS-1340
D. Levine moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the application for a Change of Manager to Laura Palmer for BBRG TR, LC, doing business as The Coach Grill of Wayland for an Annual All-Alcohol Liquor License, ABCC #00002-RS-1340.
From the minutes
“D. Levine moved, seconded by T. Fay, to approve the application for a Change of Manager to Laura Palmer for BBRG TR, LC, doing business as The Coach Grill of Wayland for an Annual All-Alcohol Liquor License, ABCC #00002-RS-1340. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Levine, second: Fay)
A4. Return to Open Session: Announcement of possible vote taken to approve agreement with non
Approve the most recent agreement with the Town Manager entitled Third Amendment to the Employment Agreement between the Town of Wayland and Town Manager Michael McCall, which includes an annual...
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to vote to approve the most recent agreement with the Town Manager entitled Third Amendment to the Employment Agreement between the Town of Wayland and Town Manager Michael McCall, which includes an annual base salary of $256,750, effective February 27, 2026.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to vote to approve the most recent agreement with the Town Manager entitled Third Amendment to the Employment Agreement between the Town of Wayland and Town Manager Michael McCall, which includes an annual base salary of $256,750, effective February 27, 2026. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A9. 2026 Annual Town Meeting (ATM) discussion, including, but not limited to review and potential to
Support Article A. Recognize Citizens & Employees for Particular Service to Town, as presented in the packet
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article A. Recognize Citizens & Employees for Particular Service to Town, as presented in the packet.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article A. Recognize Citizens & Employees for Particular Service to Town, as presented in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article B. Pay Previous Fiscal Year Unpaid Bills, as presented in the packet
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article B. Pay Previous Fiscal Year Unpaid Bills, as presented in the packet.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article B. Pay Previous Fiscal Year Unpaid Bills, as presented in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Insert Article C. Current Year Transfers
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert Article C. Current Year Transfers.
No: Brensley, Fay, Levine, Martin, Whitney
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert Article C. Current Year Transfers. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article D. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding, as presented in the packet
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article D. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding, as presented in the packet.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article D. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding, as presented in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Insert and support Article L. Sell of Trade Vehicles and Equipment, as set forth in the packet
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert and support Article L. Sell of Trade Vehicles and Equipment, as set forth in the packet.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert and support Article L. Sell of Trade Vehicles and Equipment, as set forth in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Insert and support Article M. Special Education (SPED) Reserve Fund, as set forth in the packet
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert and support Article M. Special Education (SPED) Reserve Fund, as set forth in the packet.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert and support Article M. Special Education (SPED) Reserve Fund, as set forth in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Insert Article EE. Amend Town Code § 198 - Planning Board Appeals
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert Article EE. Amend Town Code § 198 - Planning Board Appeals.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to insert Article EE. Amend Town Code § 198 - Planning Board Appeals. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article EE. Amend Town Code § 198 - Planning Board Appeals
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article EE. Amend Town Code § 198 - Planning Board Appeals.
Yes: Fay, Levine, Martin, WhitneyNo: Brensley
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article EE. Amend Town Code § 198 - Planning Board Appeals. Roll Call Vote: YEA: T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: A. Brensley. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 4-1-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article KK. Senior Property Assessment Credit, as set forth in the packet
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article KK. Senior Property Assessment Credit, as set forth in the packet.
Yes: Brensley, Fay, Levine, MartinAbstained: Whitney
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article KK. Senior Property Assessment Credit, as set forth in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine and C. Martin. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: W. Whitney. Adopted 4-0-1.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article OO. Multi-Family Housing Route 20 West Sub- District - Amend Maximum Dimensions, as presented in the packet from the previous meeting
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article OO. Multi-Family Housing Route 20 West Sub- District - Amend Maximum Dimensions, as presented in the packet from the previous meeting.
Yes: Martin, WhitneyNo: Brensley, Fay, Levine
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article OO. Multi-Family Housing Route 20 West Sub- District - Amend Maximum Dimensions, as presented in the packet from the previous meeting. Roll Call Vote: YEA: C. Martin, W. Whitney. NAY: A. Brensley, T. Fay and D. Levine. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 2-3-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article TT. Sherman's Bridge Second Pedestrian Walkway
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article TT. Sherman's Bridge Second Pedestrian Walkway.
No: Brensley, Fay, Levine, Martin, Whitney
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article TT. Sherman's Bridge Second Pedestrian Walkway. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article UU. Sherman's Bridge Five Ton Weight Limit
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article UU. Sherman's Bridge Five Ton Weight Limit.
No: Brensley, Fay, Levine, Martin, Whitney
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article UU. Sherman's Bridge Five Ton Weight Limit. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article VV. Renegotiate Sherman's Bridge Road Neighborhood Agreement
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article VV. Renegotiate Sherman's Bridge Road Neighborhood Agreement.
No: Brensley, Fay, Levine, Martin, Whitney
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article VV. Renegotiate Sherman's Bridge Road Neighborhood Agreement. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article WW. Renegotiate Sherman's Bridge Road Neighborhood Agreement #2
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article WW. Renegotiate Sherman's Bridge Road Neighborhood Agreement #2.
No: Brensley, Fay, Levine, Martin, Whitney
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article WW. Renegotiate Sherman's Bridge Road Neighborhood Agreement #2. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article YY. Increase Safety, Reduce Fear for Residents & Vulnerable Road Users of Sherman Bridge Road & Bridge, as set forth in the packet
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article YY. Increase Safety, Reduce Fear for Residents & Vulnerable Road Users of Sherman Bridge Road & Bridge, as set forth in the packet.
No: Brensley, Fay, Levine, Martin, Whitney
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article YY. Increase Safety, Reduce Fear for Residents & Vulnerable Road Users of Sherman Bridge Road & Bridge, as set forth in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article ZZ. Ban Heavy Commercial Vehicles on Sherman Bridge Road, as presented in the packet
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article ZZ. Ban Heavy Commercial Vehicles on Sherman Bridge Road, as presented in the packet.
No: Brensley, Fay, Levine, Martin, Whitney
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article ZZ. Ban Heavy Commercial Vehicles on Sherman Bridge Road, as presented in the packet. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
Support Article XX. Long-Term Facilities Planning
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article XX. Long-Term Facilities Planning.
No: Brensley, Fay, Levine, Martin, Whitney
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to support Article XX. Long-Term Facilities Planning. Roll Call Vote: YEA: None. NAY: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion failed 0-5-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A13. Discussion and possible vote to hire special counsel to assist the Town with "Dover" Amendment
Authorize the Town Manager to, at his discretion, hire a special counsel to assist the Town with Dover Amendment projects
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine vote to authorize the Town Manager to, at his discretion, hire a special counsel to assist the Town with Dover Amendment projects. W. Whitney suggested the Town Manager also consult with the Zoning Board or the Planning Board for the projects.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine vote to authorize the Town Manager to, at his discretion, hire a special counsel to assist the Town with Dover Amendment projects. W. Whitney suggested the Town Manager also consult with the Zoning Board or the Planning Board for the projects. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A15. Consent Calendar a) Review and vote to approve listed items b) Discuss, consider, and potentially
Approve the Consent Calendar of March 9, 2026
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the Consent Calendar of March 9, 2026.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the Consent Calendar of March 9, 2026. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
A20. Adjourn
Adjourn
At 10:21 p.m., T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adjourn.
From the minutes
“At 10:21 p.m., T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adjourn. Roll Call Vote: YEA: A. Brensley, T. Fay, D. Levine, C. Martin and W. Whitney. NAY: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Adopted 5-0-0.” (Motion: Fay, second: Levine)
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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