MassVoter.com← Millis Select BoardMillis Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
March 17, 2025
14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Ellen Rosenfeld, Erin Underhill, Craig Schultze
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
25-042: Road Paving Update & Authorization for Snow/Ice Deficit Spending & Discuss
Approve deficit spending not to exceed $75,000 in the snow and ice account in accordance with Mass General Laws Chapter 41 Section 31D
That the board approve deficit spending not to exceed $75,000 in the snow and ice account in accordance with Mass General Laws Chapter 41 Section 31D
The roll call runs Craig Schultze's name and vote together ("Schultzeyay"); the minutes say the vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill moved that the board approve deficit spending not to exceed $75,000 in the snow and ice account in accordance with Mass General Laws Chapter 41 Section 31D. Sel. Schultze seconded this motion. Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board. Schultzeyay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously.” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
25-043: Approval of Contract for Williamson Pump Replacements/Repairs
Approve a contract with Williamson Pump and Motor to install a new motor at the Timberline Road Sewer lift station for an amount to not exceed the amount of $17,330 and to authorize the Town...
That the board approve a contract with Williamson Pump and Motor to install a new motor at the Timberline Road Sewer lift station for an amount to not exceed the amount of $17,330 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign a contract on behalf of the Board
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill moved that the board approve a contract with Williamson Pump and Motor to install a new motor at the Timberline Road Sewer lift station for an amount to not exceed the amount of $17,330 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign a contract on behalf of the Board. Sel. Schultze seconded this motion. Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board. Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
25-044: Review/Approval of Rate Study Contract for Water/Sewer/Stormwater
Approves a contract with Ty and Bond to develop an electronic rate model for water, sewer and stormwater for an amount not to exceed $20,000 and authorize The Town Administrator to sign on behalf...
That the board approves a contract with Ty and Bond to develop an electronic rate model for water, sewer and stormwater for an amount not to exceed $20,000 and authorize The Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill moved that the board approves a contract with Ty and Bond to develop an electronic rate model for water, sewer and stormwater for an amount not to exceed $20,000 and authorize The Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board. Craig seconded the motion; Chair Rosenfeld polled the board. Schultze- yay, Underhill-yay, Rosenfeld- yay, all were in favor, the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill)
25-045: Vote to Approve/Sign Contract – Permitting- Zoning Guidebook BID Blueprint
Approve a contract with Erin L. Shaffer Land Use Consultants LLC to create a permitting and zoning guidebook and a business improvement district blueprint for an amount not to exceed $100,000. And...
The board to approve a contract with Erin L. Shaffer Land Use Consultants LLC to create a permitting and zoning guidebook and a business improvement district blueprint for an amount not to exceed $100,000. And authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the contract on behalf of the Board
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill motioned the board to approve a contract with Erin L. Shaffer Land Use Consultants LLC to create a permitting and zoning guidebook and a business improvement district blueprint for an amount not to exceed $100,000. And authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the contract on behalf of the Board. Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, all were in favor, the motioned passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
25-047: Vote to Refer Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments to Planning Board for Public
Refer the proposed zoning bylaw amendments for accessory dwelling units (ADU) to the Planning Board for a public hearing on Tuesday April 8th, 2025
The Board to refer the proposed zoning bylaw amendments for accessory dwelling units (ADU) to the Planning Board for a public hearing on Tuesday April 8th, 2025
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill motions the Board to refer the proposed zoning bylaw amendments for accessory dwelling units (ADU) to the Planning Board for a public hearing on Tuesday April 8th, 2025. Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
25-050: Open 5/5/25 Annual Town Meeting Warrant (ATM)
Open the Warrant for the spring annual town meeting scheduled for Monday May 5th, 2025
That the Board open the Warrant for the spring annual town meeting scheduled for Monday May 5th, 2025
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill moved that the Board open the Warrant for the spring annual town meeting scheduled for Monday May 5th, 2025. Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
25-052: Close 5/5/25 ATM Warrant
Accept the articles as listed in the draft annual town meeting warrant contained in the agenda packet into the warrant for the spring annual town meeting scheduled for Monday May 5th, 2025
That the Board accept the articles as listed in the draft annual town meeting warrant contained in the agenda packet into the warrant for the spring annual town meeting scheduled for Monday May 5th, 2025
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill moved that the Board accept the articles as listed in the draft annual town meeting warrant contained in the agenda packet into the warrant for the spring annual town meeting scheduled for Monday May 5th, 2025. Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld-yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
Close the Warrant for the spring annual town meeting scheduled for Monday May 5th, 2025
That the Board close the Warrant for the spring annual town meeting scheduled for Monday May 5th, 2025
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill moved that the Board close the Warrant for the spring annual town meeting scheduled for Monday May 5th, 2025. Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
25-053: Vote to Declare Town-Owned Land Parcels Surplus
Declare parcels 21-012-000 and 40-100-000 recorded with the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds in Book 5470 page 77 in the book 2773-page 2045 as surplus property available for disposition by sale...
That The Board declare parcels 21-012-000 and 40-100-000 recorded with the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds in Book 5470 page 77 in the book 2773-page 2045 as surplus property available for disposition by sale in accordance with articles 101 of the November 2024 Fall Annual Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill moved that The Board declare parcels 21-012-000 and 40-100-000 recorded with the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds in Book 5470 page 77 in the book 2773-page 2045 as surplus property available for disposition by sale in accordance with articles 101 of the November 2024 Fall Annual Town Meeting. Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously.” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
25-054: Review/Approval of Recreation Event: Carnival & Fireworks
Authorize the Millis Recreation Department to hold its annual Carnival at The Town Park from June 26th through June 29th 23025 with Finelli Amusement Company
That The Board authorize the Millis Recreation Department to hold its annual Carnival at The Town Park from June 26th through June 29th 23025 with Finelli Amusement Company
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill moved that The Board authorize the Millis Recreation Department to hold its annual Carnival at The Town Park from June 26th through June 29th 23025 with Finelli Amusement Company. Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
25-055: Approval of Fiber Optic Municipal Area Network Contract
Approve a contract to expand the fiber optic municipal area network in the Town of Millis for an amount not to exceed $120,004.65, and to authorize The Town Administrator to sign the contract on...
That The Board approve a contract to expand the fiber optic municipal area network in the Town of Millis for an amount not to exceed $120,004.65, and to authorize The Town Administrator to sign the contract on behalf of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill moved that The Board approve a contract to expand the fiber optic municipal area network in the Town of Millis for an amount not to exceed $120,004.65, and to authorize The Town Administrator to sign the contract on behalf of the Select Board. Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
25-057: Review/Approval of Water/Sewer Commitment
Review/Approval of Water/Sewer Commitment
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From the minutes
“Review/Approval of Water/Sewer Commitment Mr. Guzinski Recommended that The Board approve and sign the Water/Sewer Department Commitment to The Collector for February of 2025 in the amount of $1596.40, Sel. Underhill moved, Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
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From the minutes
“Mr. Guzinski Recommended that The Board approve and sign the Water/Sewer Department Commitment to The Collector for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025 in the amount of $977,378.31, Sel. Underhill moved, Sel. Schultze seconded the motion, Chair Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze- yay. Underhill- yay, Rosenfeld- yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
V. EXEUCTIVE SESSION & ADJOURNMENT
Enter executive session at 9:25 PM to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's bargaining or...
To enter executive session at 9:25 PM to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's bargaining or litigation position (Fire, Police, DPW, and SEIU) only emerging to adjourn
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill motioned to enter executive session at 9:25 PM to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's bargaining or litigation position (Fire, Police, DPW, and SEIU) only emerging to adjourn. Sel. Schultze seconded the motion. Sel. Rosenfeld polled the Board, Schultze – yay, Underhill – yay, Rosenfeld – yay. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Schultze)
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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