Politics & Government

Wayland Selectman Resigns

The resignation is effective immediately.

Wayland Selectmen Chairman Doug Leard has resigned from his seat, according to Selectman Joe Nolan.

Leard submitted a letter of of resignation to the selectmen on Tuesday citing medical issues, Nolan told Wayland Patch. During Monday's selectmen's meeting, Leard discussed surgeries he had over the summer, Nolan said. 

Leard's term was set to expire in 2015, according to Nolan. 

"I had the pleasure of serving with Doug two times on the board and I am very sorry to see him go. He was a good colleague on the board while we didn't always agree, we maintained a good friendship," Nolan said.

Leard could not be reached for comment Tuesday night. 

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