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April 27, 2026
7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Anne Brensley, Thomas Fay, Doug Levine, Carol Martin, William Whitney
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) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation on 16 Whispering Lane. b) Pursuant to...
At 6:28 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) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation on 16 Whispering Lane. b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation for Fire Truck Price Fixing Cost Recovery. c) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the following unions: Wayland Library Staff Association MFT, AFT, AFL-CIO Wayland Police Officers Union: New England Police Benevolent Association, Local 176 International Association of Firefighters AFL-CIO Local 1978 Wayland Department of Public Works (DPW) Association Teamsters Local 170 American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 690 - 1 & 2 d) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of March 2, 2026 and March 9, 2026 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 or bargaining position of the Town.
From the minutes
“At 6:28 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) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation on 16 Whispering Lane. b) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation for Fire Truck Price Fixing Cost Recovery. c) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the following unions: Wayland Library Staff Association MFT, AFT, AFL-CIO Wayland Police Officers Union: New England Police Benevolent Association, Local 176 International Association of Firefighters AFL-CIO Local 1978 Wayland Department of Public Works (DPW) Association Teamsters Local 170 American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 690 - 1 & 2 d) Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (7) to review and approve the executive session minutes of March 2, 2026 and March 9, 2026 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 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)
A7. Consent Calendar a) Review and vote to approve listed items b) Discuss, consider, and potentially act
Approve the Consent Calendar
T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney to approve the Consent Calendar.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by W. Whitney to approve the Consent Calendar. 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: Whitney)
A8. Minutes: a) Review and approve minutes of March 30, 2026 and April 13, 2026 if available
Approve the minutes of March 30, 2026, as amended
W. Whitney moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the minutes of March 30, 2026, as amended.
From the minutes
“W. Whitney moved, seconded by D. Levine to approve the minutes of March 30, 2026, as amended. 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)
Approve the minutes of April 13, 2026, as amended
D. Levine moved, seconded by T. Fay to approve the minutes of April 13, 2026, as amended.
From the minutes
“D. Levine moved, seconded by T. Fay to approve the minutes of April 13, 2026, as amended. 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)
A12. Discuss and review with potential to vote on 25 Holiday Road Advisory Committee charge
Adopt the proposed 25 Holiday Road Visioning Committee charge
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adopt the proposed 25 Holiday Road Visioning Committee charge.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adopt the proposed 25 Holiday Road Visioning Committee charge. 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)
A11. Meet with the Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee (HRDEIC) including but
Authorize the Town Manager to apply for a grant or grants to assist in the completion of the mural project as presented
T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to authorize the Town Manager to apply for a grant or grants to assist in the completion of the mural project as presented. C. Martin offered a friendly amendment to require a single contact person represent the mural project to work with the Town Manager. T. Fay did not accept the motion, describing it as procedural.
From the minutes
“T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to authorize the Town Manager to apply for a grant or grants to assist in the completion of the mural project as presented. C. Martin offered a friendly amendment to require a single contact person represent the mural project to work with the Town Manager. T. Fay did not accept the motion, describing it as procedural. 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)
A17. Adjourn
Adjourn
At 9:16 p.m., T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adjourn.
From the minutes
“At 9:16 p.m., T. Fay moved, seconded by D. Levine to adjourn. 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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