MassVoter.com← Milton Select BoardMilton Select Board · 2017–2018 Board · Regular meeting
January 9, 2018
11 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Kathleen M. Conlon, Richard G. Wells, Jr., David T. Burnes
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the recommendations of the Capital Improvement Planning Committee set forth in its January 5, 2018 memo
To approve the recommendations of the Capital Improvement Planning Committee set forth in its January 5, 2018 memo.
From the minutes
“Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, to approve the recommendations of the Capital Improvement Planning Committee set forth in its January 5, 2018 memo..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
For all primaries, preliminary elections and elections held in the Town of Milton, until otherwise ordered by vote of the Board of Selectmen
For all primaries, preliminary elections and elections held in the Town of Milton, until otherwise ordered by vote of the Board of Selectmen.
From the minutes
“Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, that, in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 54, Section 34, the Board of Selectmen hereby authorizes the discontinuance of the Accuvote Tabulator, and authorizes the use of the Imagecast Precinct Tabulator at all Town of Milton Precincts for all primaries, preliminary elections and elections held in the Town of Milton, until otherwise ordered by vote of the Board of Selectmen..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
Approve a charge for a Municipal Broadband Committee as follows: "The charge to the committee is to explore the possibility of creating a municipal fiber optic network for the benefit of Milton's...
To approve a charge for a Municipal Broadband Committee as follows: "The charge to the committee is to explore the possibility of creating a municipal fiber optic network for the benefit of Milton's residents, local business community, non-profit institutions and town government.
From the minutes
“Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, to approve a charge for a Municipal Broadband Committee as follows: "The charge to the committee is to explore the possibility of creating a municipal fiber optic network for the benefit of Milton's residents, local business community, non-profit institutions and town government..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
Approve and sign a Conservation Restriction on behalf of the Town of Milton regarding 245 Highland Street
To approve and sign a Conservation Restriction on behalf of the Town of Milton regarding 245 Highland Street.
From the minutes
“Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, to approve and sign a Conservation Restriction on behalf of the Town of Milton regarding 245 Highland Street..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
Approve the following articles for inclusion in the May 7, 2018 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, contingent upon certification by the Town Clerk for the Citizen Petitions: 12
To approve the following articles for inclusion in the May 7, 2018 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, contingent upon certification by the Town Clerk for the Citizen Petitions: 12.
From the minutes
“Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, to approve the following articles for inclusion in the May 7, 2018 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, contingent upon certification by the Town Clerk for the Citizen Petitions: 12..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
Approve and sign a contract for the Town Administrator, effective July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2020
To approve and sign a contract for the Town Administrator, effective July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2020.
From the minutes
“Following discussion, Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, to approve and sign a contract for the Town Administrator, effective July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2020..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
Approve the settlement of Norfolk Superior Court Consolidated No. 10cv2004, Town of Milton v National Grid in the amount of $43,032.60
To approve the settlement of Norfolk Superior Court Consolidated No. 10cv2004, Town of Milton v National Grid in the amount of $43,032.60.
From the minutes
“Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, to approve the settlement of Norfolk Superior Court Consolidated No. 10cv2004, Town of Milton v National Grid in the amount of $43,032.60..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
Approve and sign a letter of endorsement for the Forbes House Museum's grant proposal to the Massachusetts Cultural Council
To approve and sign a letter of endorsement for the Forbes House Museum's grant proposal to the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
From the minutes
“Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, to approve and sign a letter of endorsement for the Forbes House Museum's grant proposal to the Massachusetts Cultural Council..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
Accept a donation in the amount of $200 to the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition from Melissa A. Fontaine, in honor of the Jesson family, in memory of Michael Jesson
To accept a donation in the amount of $200 to the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition from Melissa A. Fontaine, in honor of the Jesson family, in memory of Michael Jesson.
From the minutes
“Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, to accept a donation in the amount of $200 to the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition from Melissa A. Fontaine, in honor of the Jesson family, in memory of Michael Jesson..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
Appoint Ellen Anselone of 22 Morton Road to the Historical Commission, to serve through September 2020
To appoint Ellen Anselone of 22 Morton Road to the Historical Commission, to serve through September 2020.
From the minutes
“Richard G. Wells, Jr. moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, and Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes, to appoint Ellen Anselone of 22 Morton Road to the Historical Commission, to serve through September 2020..” (Motion: Wells, second: Burnes)
Enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to the purchase, exchange, taking, lease or value of Real Property (0 Central Avenue - Consider the Conveyance of Property and...
To enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to the purchase, exchange, taking, lease or value of Real Property (0 Central Avenue - Consider the Conveyance of Property and Adjoining Parcel), and strategy with respect to litigation (Update from Town Counsel) believing that having such discussions in Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating or litigating position of the Board, and to return to Open Session to adjourn.
From the minutes
“Kathleen M. Conlon moved, David T. Burnes seconded, and at 8:50 p.m. the Board voted unanimously, with David T. Burnes voting yes, Kathleen M. Conlon voting yes and Richard G. Wells, Jr. voting yes, to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to the purchase, exchange, taking, lease or value of Real Property (0 Central Avenue - Consider the Conveyance of Property and Adjoining Parcel), and strategy with respect to litigation (Update from Town Counsel) believing that having such discussions in Open Session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating or litigating position of the Board, and to return to Open Session to adjourn..” (Motion: Conlon, second: Burnes)
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