The Planning Board is seeking one associate member to serve a term until the next town election on April 1, 2025. An associate member of the Planning Board has a variety of roles, including voting (can vote on special-permit applications in place of a full member who is unable to vote, is absent, or has a conflict of interest.), input (can provide input and ask questions about projects and long-range planning, and special projects (can work on special projects and long-range planning). All residents interested in serving as an associate member should submit a letter of interest and resume to Jailyn Bratica, executive assistant to the Town Manager, at execasst@wayland.ma.us. For more information on the Planning Board, see https://www.wayland.ma.us/planning-department-board.
Planning Board seeks associate member
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