MassVoter.com← Milton Select BoardMilton Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
December 2, 2020
12 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The attendance lines in these minutes are out of order ("Members in Attendance: Members Absent: Chair Melinda A. Collins, ..."). All five members vote in the roll calls, so all five are shown as present.
Present: Melinda A. Collins, Kathleen M. Conlon, Arthur J. Doyle, Richard G. Wells, Jr., Michael F. Zullas
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Ms. Conlon recused herself from discussion on this item.
Every vote, in order
Approve the stormwater fees for FY 2021 as presented by Mr. Berkeley
To approve the stormwater fees for FY 2021 as presented by Mr. Berkeley.
From the minutes
“Approval - FY 2021 Stormwater Fees Mr. Wells moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve the stormwater fees for FY 2021 as presented by Mr. Berkeley. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Conlon)
Approve the following revised charge for the Stormwater Fee Advisory Committee: Evaluate and present recommendations to the Select Board to consider establishing a system of credits, as authorized...
To approve the following revised charge for the Stormwater Fee Advisory Committee: Evaluate and present recommendations to the Select Board to consider establishing a system of credits, as authorized by the Town's Stormwater Regulations, that reduce the Stormwater Management fee for properties that demonstrate they have met performance standards established by the Director of Public Works for reducing the volume of stormwater generated, the peak rate of stormwater discharge, and/or the quantity of pollutants generated.
From the minutes
“Following discussion, Mr. Doyle moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve the following revised charge for the Stormwater Fee Advisory Committee: Evaluate and present recommendations to the Select Board to consider establishing a system of credits, as authorized by the Town's Stormwater Regulations, that reduce the Stormwater Management fee for properties that demonstrate they have met performance standards established by the Director of Public Works for reducing the volume of stormwater generated, the peak rate of stormwater discharge, and/or the quantity of pollutants generated. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Conlon)
Form the Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee and seek nominations for an 8-person committee
To form the Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee and seek nominations for an 8-person committee.
Yes: Collins, Conlon, Doyle, ZullasNo: Wells
From the minutes
“Following discussion, Mr. Doyle moved, Mr. Zullas seconded, and the Board voted 4-1 to form the Open Space and Recreation Plan Committee and seek nominations for an 8-person committee. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells NO Zullas YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Zullas)
Accept this article with minor modification RW
MZ moved to accept this article with minor modification RW seconded
The minutes give the mover and seconder as initials ("MZ moved ... RW seconded"), which match Michael F. Zullas and Richard G. Wells, Jr.
From the minutes
“MZ moved to accept this article with minor modification RW seconded Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)
Approve and issue the comment letter to MassHousing regarding the proposed project at 936 Brush Hill Road
To approve and issue the comment letter to MassHousing regarding the proposed project at 936 Brush Hill Road.
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve and issue the comment letter to MassHousing regarding the proposed project at 936 Brush Hill Road. Approval - Comment letter to MassHousing for proposed Chapter 40B Development at 16 Amor Road 10:30 PM moved, # seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve and issue the comment letter to MassHousing regarding the proposed development at 16 Amor Road as amended..” (Motion: Wells, second: Conlon)
Close the February 1, 2021 Special Town Meeting warrant to submission of articles; accept the articles ## 10:40 PM
To close the February 1, 2021 Special Town Meeting warrant to submission of articles; accept the articles ## 10:40 PM;.
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved, # seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to close the February 1, 2021 Special Town Meeting warrant to submission of articles; accept the articles ## 10:40 PM;. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Wells)
Accept the following articles into the warrant for the February 1, 2021 Special Town Meeting: Establishment of Community Preservation Committee, submitted by the Select Board Condominium...
To accept the following articles into the warrant for the February 1, 2021 Special Town Meeting: Establishment of Community Preservation Committee, submitted by the Select Board Condominium Conversion Bylaw, submitted by the Planning Board Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw, submitted by the Planning Board Amend Zoning Bylaw - Tree Protection, submitted by the Planning Board (Other as submitted) Discussion/Approval - Renewal license conditions and parity regarding percentage of alcoholic beverages to food sales for the following establishments: Novara, Abby Park, Steel & Rye, Madre Osteria Feedback from owners Discussion - Review of regulations for sale of alcoholic beverages Approval - Milton Fire Department Collective Bargaining Agreement Memorandum of Agreement Mr. Dennehy provided background on the proposed memorandum of agreement.
From the minutes
“Approval - Acceptance of Articles into February 2021 Special Town Meeting Warrant # moved, # seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to accept the following articles into the warrant for the February 1, 2021 Special Town Meeting: Establishment of Community Preservation Committee, submitted by the Select Board Condominium Conversion Bylaw, submitted by the Planning Board Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw, submitted by the Planning Board Amend Zoning Bylaw - Tree Protection, submitted by the Planning Board (Other as submitted) Discussion/Approval - Renewal license conditions and parity regarding percentage of alcoholic beverages to food sales for the following establishments: Novara, Abby Park, Steel & Rye, Madre Osteria Feedback from owners Discussion - Review of regulations for sale of alcoholic beverages Approval - Milton Fire Department Collective Bargaining Agreement Memorandum of Agreement Mr. Dennehy provided background on the proposed memorandum of agreement..”
Approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Milton and the Milton Firefighters, Local 1116
To approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Milton and the Milton Firefighters, Local 1116.
From the minutes
“10:57 PM # moved, # seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Milton and the Milton Firefighters, Local 1116..”
Accept the following donations to the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition in memory of Milton resident Julianne Scott: $100.00 from Jeanne Capone McCabe $25.00 from Janice Tully $50.00...
To accept the following donations to the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition in memory of Milton resident Julianne Scott: $100.00 from Jeanne Capone McCabe $25.00 from Janice Tully $50.00 from Kathleen Conroy
From the minutes
“Ms. Conlon moved, 11:01 PM seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to accept the following donations to the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition in memory of Milton resident Julianne Scott: $100.00 from Jeanne Capone McCabe $25.00 from Janice Tully $50.00 from Kathleen Conroy Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Conlon)
Approve the Senior Tax Work Off Program for the 2021 calendar year to begin on January 1, 2021
To approve the Senior Tax Work Off Program for the 2021 calendar year to begin on January 1, 2021.
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved, Mr. Wells seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Senior Tax Work Off Program for the 2021 calendar year to begin on January 1, 2021. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)
Enter executive session
Ms. Conlon seconded and the Board voted 5-0 in favor.
From the minutes
“Chair Collins moved pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A § 22(f) to enter executive session to approve executive session meeting minutes; And pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6), also known as Purpose 6, to enter executive session to consider the purchase exchange, lease, or value of real property, specifically 41 Wharf Street, based on her belief that having such discussion in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board; And pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2), also known as Purpose 2, to enter executive session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, specifically the Town Administrator. Ms. Conlon seconded and the Board voted 5-0 in favor. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Collins, second: Conlon)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“Adjourn At 11:36 PM Mr. Wells moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to adjourn. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Conlon)
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