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Wetlands Committee approves hazard tree removal with mitigation conditions

Wetlands Protection Committee approves diseased tree removal with replanting conditions. The committee voted 5-0 to approve removal of a 34-inch oak at 27 Brookfield Road that poses a safety hazard but required applicant John Razzano to submit a revised native planting mitigation plan by July 9,

Council on Aging hires new director, extends interim leader's compensation

Wellesley Council on Aging unanimously approves new director and extends interim chief's pay. The board approved the appointment of Sehar Kiani as the new Council on Aging director, effective May 11, 2026, following completion of salary and benefits negotiations. Chair Judy Gertler's board also

Historical Commission preserves three properties under demolition-delay rules.

Historical Commission votes to preserve three properties with demolition delays. Chair Michael Racette and the five-member commission voted to impose 12-month delays on 38 Calvin Road, 39 Emerson Road, and 52 Kenilworth Road, finding each Preferably Preserved under Article 46C architectural and

Select Board approves three licenses, advances 40 Oakland Street to town meeting.

Wellesley Select Board approves three licenses and calls May vote on Oakland Street housing. The board voted unanimously April 14 to issue a one-day liquor license for the Wellesley Historical Society's June 17 event, an annual mobile food vendor license for Oath Pizza, and an entertainment license

School Committee awards five-year specialized van contract to Kabs4Kids

Wellesley School Committee unanimously awards five-year specialized van contract to Kabs4Kids. Cindy Mahr, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations, recommended the vendor as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder among four proposals. The vote passed 4-0. The committee also