June 20, 2025 Board of Public Works
The Board of Public Works voted unanimously on June 20 to maintain current water rates for fiscal 2026 following an extended discussion about the use of contingency funds and retained earnings. The
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New FEMA Flood Regs Require Bylaw Update
A FEMA requirement for towns to approve a standalone floodplain bylaw missed the 2025 Annual Town Meeting (ATM) article cutoff submission date by one day. Because the changes were due on July
How do we feel about the town green? An informal survey
This week, roving reporter Genevieve Morrison asked business owners, residents, and shoppers in the Town Center what they’d like to see on the town green.“It’d be nice if they planted more trees.
Mohnkern Wins Logo Design Contest
In the Wayland Rev250 logo design contest, judges admired Michelle Mohnkern’s clean design and patriotic “Let Freedom Ring” concept embodied by the Paul Revere bell. “When searching for a symbol of Wayland,
Four Eagle Scouts Win Scholarships
Matthew Karpacz, chair of Wayland Scouting and Scholarship Foundation director, acknowledged the achievements of the 2025 Eagle Scouts who recently graduated from Wayland High School. These Scouts experienced high adventure, including a
Schools Close Out Year With Balanced Budget
Wayland Public Schools is expected to close out its fiscal year with a balanced budget despite unexpected costs and a budget freeze earlier this year, Susan Bottan, the district’s finance director, announced
McCall Reflects on Town Manager Role
Michael McCall discussed his role as town manager, the changes he is implementing, and key decisions that could impact taxes during an interview at the Town Building on June 25.McCall serves as
Local Residents Help Police Solve the Mystery of the Missing Packages
Over a hundred undelivered packages were found last month in a Commonwealth Road dumpster, sparking an investigation. With the assistance of Wayland resident Lori Gols and social media, the police were able
Public Safety Log Jun 23 – Jul 6, 2025
Monday, June 231:10 p.m. — The Fire Department responded to a call from Linn Lane, where a resident was concerned about a small brush fire in the yard.3:21 p.m. — There was