Historical Commission accepts Sherman's Bridge response, advances Main Street plaque

WAYLAND — May 6, 2026 — Wayland Historical Commission clears small-bore agenda, abandons Sherman's Bridge streetlight ask. The commission accepted DPW project manager Mr. Piccolo's word that fiber-optic conduit and an information kiosk will be built into the Sherman's Bridge rehabilitation, but dropped its third request after confirming "there is no street light on the Wayland side." Members approved April 1 minutes with one correction, learned that Warrant Article DD on Holiday Road was passed over at Town Meeting after the School Committee withdrew support, and moved toward a 1890 plaque date for the William Bent House at 96 Main Street, with member Kay handling a MACRIS check and deed search. Roughly 58 people attended the recent Frances Perkins program, and a Rachel Revere History at Play performance is booked for Aug. 30 at the Vokes Theater.