How can I participate in a Public Meeting virtually as a member of the public?

Most meetings will be open to public participation through virtual means.  These meetings will be indicated on the Virtual Meeting Information page (https://www.wayland.ma.us/public-body-meeting-information-virtual-inperson-and-hybrid) with a Zoom Logo link to the meeting.

Here are some tips to be able to participate in applicable meetings:

  1. Download and Install the Zoom app n your computer/phone/tablet (device) prior to the meeting
    1. Zoom Download Center - Look for Zoom Client for Meetings
    2. Apple App Store
    3. Google Play Store
  2. When it is time for the meeting, click on the provided link on the Virtual Meetings Information page (https://www.wayland.ma.us/town-meeting-information-virtual-inperson-and-hybrid)
  3. If individual Board/Committee/Commission will be accepting public interaction, they will request the public interested in participating to "raise their hand"
    1. Zoom "Raise Hand" functionality. 
      1. Click the "Raise Hand" button on your screen and wait to be recognized.
      2. Once recognized, you will be granted the ability to speak to the meeting
      3. State your name and address for the record followed by your comment
  4.  Remember that, as with traditional meetings, the decision to recognize public comments/questions is up to the Chair.