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August 14, 2023
24 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Craig Schultze, Ellen Rosenfeld, Erin Underhill
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
23-159 Appointments
Appoint Sean Powers as interim member of the School Committee through the May Annual Town Election (joint vote with the School Committee)
Appoint Sean Powers as interim member of the School Committee through the May Annual Town Election (joint vote with the School Committee)
Yes: UnderhillNo: Rosenfeld, SchultzeJoint vote of the Select Board and School Committee to fill a School Committee vacancy. School Committee member Marc Conroy moved and Shayna Canestrari seconded. The joint vote passed 4-2; the three Select Board members voted Underhill yes, Rosenfeld no, Schultze no.
From the minutes
“School Committee member Marc Conroy made a motion to appoint Sean Powers as interim member of the School Committee through the May Annual Town Election to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Steve Catalano. The motion was seconded by Shayna Canestrari. Select Board Chair Craig Schultze polled the Select Board and the School Committee – Conroy, yay. Briggs, yay. Canestrari, yay. Underhill, yay. Rosenfeld, no. Schultze, no. The motion passed with majority..”
Appoint James McKay as an interim member of the Planning Board through the May Annual Town Election to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Josh Guerrero
To appoint James McKay as an interim member of the Planning Board through the May Annual Town Election to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Josh Guerrero
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to appoint James McKay as an interim member of the Planning Board through the May Annual Town Election to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Josh Guerrero. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
Ratify the Town Administrators appointment of Mary Montione as Payroll Administrator subject to a successful physical
To ratify the Town Administrators appointment of Mary Montione as Payroll Administrator subject to a successful physical
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to ratify the Town Administrators appointment of Mary Montione as Payroll Administrator subject to a successful physical. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
Ratify the Town Administrators appointment of Jonathan Sussman as a member of the Economic Development Committee through June 30th, 2024
To ratify the Town Administrators appointment of Jonathan Sussman as a member of the Economic Development Committee through June 30th, 2024
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to ratify the Town Administrators appointment of Jonathan Sussman as a member of the Economic Development Committee through June 30th, 2024. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
Ratify the Town Administrators appointment of Donna Cabibbo as an election worker retroactive to 5/1/23
To ratify the Town Administrators appointment of Donna Cabibbo as an election worker retroactive to 5/1/23
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to ratify the Town Administrators appointment of Donna Cabibbo as an election worker retroactive to 5/1/23. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-160 Bond Anticipation Note Renewal
Adopt the vote prepared by bond counsel in connection with the sale and approval of the Town's August bond anticipation note
To adopt the vote prepared by bond counsel in connection with the sale and approval of the Town's August bond anticipation note
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to adopt the vote prepared by bond counsel in connection with the sale and approval of the Town's August bond anticipation note. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-161- Review/Approval of Stormwater Utility Support FY24 Billing Cycle – Kleinfelder
Approve the agreement with Kleinfelder for the purpose of FY24 stormwater support services in an amount not to exceed $107,002.00
To approve the agreement with Kleinfelder for the purpose of FY24 stormwater support services in an amount not to exceed $107,002.00
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve the agreement with Kleinfelder for the purpose of FY24 stormwater support services in an amount not to exceed $107,002.00. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-162 Hearing: Dangerous Dog/Bentley Muzzle Order
Open a Hearing for consideration of a dangerous dog muzzle order for Bentley
To open a Hearing for consideration of a dangerous dog muzzle order for Bentley
From the minutes
“Sel. Schultze made a motion to open a Hearing for consideration of a dangerous dog muzzle order for Bentley. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Schultze, second: Underhill)
Close the Hearing for consideration of a dangerous dog muzzle order for Bentley
To close the Hearing for consideration of a dangerous dog muzzle order for Bentley
From the minutes
“Sel. Schultze made a motion to close the Hearing for consideration of a dangerous dog muzzle order for Bentley. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Schultze, second: Underhill)
Approves a muzzle and restraint order on Bently which will remain in effect until all appeals of the Select Board's order to euthanize have been completed
That the Board approves a muzzle and restraint order on Bently which will remain in effect until all appeals of the Select Board's order to euthanize have been completed
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion that the Board approves a muzzle and restraint order on Bently which will remain in effect until all appeals of the Select Board's order to euthanize have been completed. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-163 Complete Streets: Presentation of Upcoming Projects
Submit all 5 projects to DOT for approval
To submit all 5 projects to DOT for approval
From the minutes
“Sel. Schultze made a motion to submit all 5 projects to DOT for approval. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Schultze, second: Underhill)
23-164 Review/Approval of Economic Development Committee Recommendation for Exchange St.
Approve the recommended changes to Exchange St. parking as submitted by the Economic Development Committee and described in their memo dated August 8th, 2023, with the exclusions of items 1 & 2
That the Board vote to approve the recommended changes to Exchange St. parking as submitted by the Economic Development Committee and described in their memo dated August 8th, 2023, with the exclusions of items 1 & 2
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion that the Board vote to approve the recommended changes to Exchange St. parking as submitted by the Economic Development Committee and described in their memo dated August 8th, 2023, with the exclusions of items 1 & 2. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-165 Review/Approval of Drainage Easements @ Emerson Place
Approve and accept the non-exclusive drainage easement for Emerson Place Development, LLC pursuant to G.L.C.83 § 4 dated February 2019 as presented
That the Board vote to approve and accept the non-exclusive drainage easement for Emerson Place Development, LLC pursuant to G.L.C.83 § 4 dated February 2019 as presented
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion that the Board vote to approve and accept the non-exclusive drainage easement for Emerson Place Development, LLC pursuant to G.L.C.83 § 4 dated February 2019 as presented. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-166 Approval of DPW Contract/Change Orders
Approve entering a contract through the MAPC with KS Corporation for road pavement markings in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Town's behalf
To approve entering a contract through the MAPC with KS Corporation for road pavement markings in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Town's behalf
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve entering a contract through the MAPC with KS Corporation for road pavement markings in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Town's behalf. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
Approve entering a contract with Woodard & Curran to upgrade the SCADA computer system for a lump sum fee of $22,000.00 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Town's behalf
To approve entering a contract with Woodard & Curran to upgrade the SCADA computer system for a lump sum fee of $22,000.00 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Town's behalf
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve entering a contract with Woodard & Curran to upgrade the SCADA computer system for a lump sum fee of $22,000.00 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Town's behalf. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
Approve change order #6 in the amount of $20,006.00 and change order #7 in the amount of $13,101.00 for Winston builders in relation to the construction of the D'Angelis PFAS water treatment plant
To approve change order #6 in the amount of $20,006.00 and change order #7 in the amount of $13,101.00 for Winston builders in relation to the construction of the D'Angelis PFAS water treatment plant
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve change order #6 in the amount of $20,006.00 and change order #7 in the amount of $13,101.00 for Winston builders in relation to the construction of the D'Angelis PFAS water treatment plant. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-167 Review/Approval of Mutual Aid Agreement for Animal Control Services
Approve the mutual aid agreement with Milford for regional animal control services as written
To approve the mutual aid agreement with Milford for regional animal control services as written
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve the mutual aid agreement with Milford for regional animal control services as written. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-168 Review/Approval of Letter to Legislative Delegation RE: Millis Housing Authority
Approves the letter to our legislative delegation regarding the Millis Housing Authority as written pending confirmation of the final numbers
That the Board approves the letter to our legislative delegation regarding the Millis Housing Authority as written pending confirmation of the final numbers
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion that the Board approves the letter to our legislative delegation regarding the Millis Housing Authority as written pending confirmation of the final numbers. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-169 Approval of Overdose Awareness Event
Approve the request form SAFE Coalition for an overdose awareness event to include placing flags on the lawn outside of the Veterans Memorial Building from 8/28/23- 9/1/23 and to hold a 30-minute...
To approve the request form SAFE Coalition for an overdose awareness event to include placing flags on the lawn outside of the Veterans Memorial Building from 8/28/23- 9/1/23 and to hold a 30-minute vigil on the side lawn on 8/31/23 at 3:45pm in coordination with the 3 Select Board Meeting Minutes 08/14/23 DPW Director
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve the request form SAFE Coalition for an overdose awareness event to include placing flags on the lawn outside of the Veterans Memorial Building from 8/28/23- 9/1/23 and to hold a 30-minute vigil on the side lawn on 8/31/23 at 3:45pm in coordination with the 3 Select Board Meeting Minutes 08/14/23 DPW Director. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-170 Approval of One-Day Special Alcohol Licenses
Approve the One-Day Special Alcohol license for the Millis Lions club through Lois Lawson for a non-profit event to be held from 5-8pm on September 22nt, 2023 located at 974 Main Street
To approve the One-Day Special Alcohol license for the Millis Lions club through Lois Lawson for a non-profit event to be held from 5-8pm on September 22nt, 2023 located at 974 Main Street
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve the One-Day Special Alcohol license for the Millis Lions club through Lois Lawson for a non-profit event to be held from 5-8pm on September 22nt, 2023 located at 974 Main Street. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
Approve the One-Day Special Alcohol license for the Boggestowe Fish & Game Club through Nate Maltinsky for a non-profit event to be held from 5-10pm on August 24th, 2023 located at 247 Ridge Street
To approve the One-Day Special Alcohol license for the Boggestowe Fish & Game Club through Nate Maltinsky for a non-profit event to be held from 5-10pm on August 24th, 2023 located at 247 Ridge Street
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve the One-Day Special Alcohol license for the Boggestowe Fish & Game Club through Nate Maltinsky for a non-profit event to be held from 5-10pm on August 24th, 2023 located at 247 Ridge Street. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-172 Approval of DRAFT Minutes
Approve the draft minutes from 3/29/21, 4/5/21, 4/12/21, and 7/19/23 as written
To approve the draft minutes from 3/29/21, 4/5/21, 4/12/21, and 7/19/23 as written
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve the draft minutes from 3/29/21, 4/5/21, 4/12/21, and 7/19/23 as written. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
23-173 Approval of Water/Sewer Commitments
Approve the water/sewer commitment to the collector for July 2023 in the amount of $4,433.91 and the commitment from June 2023 in the amount of $2,491.04
To approve the water/sewer commitment to the collector for July 2023 in the amount of $4,433.91 and the commitment from June 2023 in the amount of $2,491.04
From the minutes
“Sel. Rosenfeld made a motion to approve the water/sewer commitment to the collector for July 2023 in the amount of $4,433.91 and the commitment from June 2023 in the amount of $2,491.04. Sel. Underhill seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Rosenfeld, second: Underhill)
Enter Executive Session at 9:10pm to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation (Dangerous Dog Decision Appeal), only emerging to adjourn
To enter Executive Session at 9:10pm to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation (Dangerous Dog Decision Appeal), only emerging to adjourn
From the minutes
“Sel. Schultze made a motion to enter Executive Session at 9:10pm to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation (Dangerous Dog Decision Appeal), only emerging to adjourn. Sel. Rosenfeld seconded the motion. Sel. Schultze polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Schultze, second: Rosenfeld)
From the Millis Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the Minutes folder on the town website. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Craig Schultze, Ellen Rosenfeld (2022) and Jim McKay (2026) from Millis Community Media candidate profile videos.
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