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March 24, 2021
21 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Melinda A. Collins, Kathleen M. Conlon, Arthur J. Doyle, Richard G. Wells, Jr., Michael F. Zullas
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Mr. Zullas left the meeting at 8:17 PM to attend the Warrant Committee's meeting.
- Mr. Zullas returned to the meeting at 9:11 PM.
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property based on her belief that having such discussion in open session may have a detrimental effect on the...
To enter Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property based on her belief that having such discussion in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body, specifically 432 Adams Street.
From the minutes
“Chair Collins moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to enter Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property based on her belief that having such discussion in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body, specifically 432 Adams Street..” (Motion: Collins, second: Conlon)
Close the evidentiary portion of the hearing
To close the evidentiary portion of the hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to close the evidentiary portion of the hearing. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Conlon)
Confer a license for the installation and storage of 6,500 gallons of propane to be stored in above ground containers and 3,500 gallons of propane to be stored in underground containers for a...
To confer a license for the installation and storage of 6,500 gallons of propane to be stored in above ground containers and 3,500 gallons of propane to be stored in underground containers for a total of (9) 1,000 gallon propane tanks and one (1) 500 gallon propane tank to be located at the Wollaston Golf Club at 999 Randolph Ave. 7:30 PM: Public Hearing: Storage Tank Installation - Northland Residential Construction LLC c/o Wolcott Woods Residential, LLC, 1672 Canton Ave Mr. Zullas left the meeting at 8:17 PM to attend the Warrant Committee's meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to confer a license for the installation and storage of 6,500 gallons of propane to be stored in above ground containers and 3,500 gallons of propane to be stored in underground containers for a total of (9) 1,000 gallon propane tanks and one (1) 500 gallon propane tank to be located at the Wollaston Golf Club at 999 Randolph Ave. 7:30 PM: Public Hearing: Storage Tank Installation - Northland Residential Construction LLC c/o Wolcott Woods Residential, LLC, 1672 Canton Ave Mr. Zullas left the meeting at 8:17 PM to attend the Warrant Committee's meeting..” (Motion: Wells, second: Conlon)
Close the evidentiary portion of the hearing
To close the evidentiary portion of the hearing.
Michael F. Zullas had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved, Mr. Doyle seconded, and the Board voted 4-0 to close the evidentiary portion of the hearing. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Doyle)
Approve the installation and storage of (23) 1,000 gallon propane tanks and thirteen (13) 500 gallon propane tanks to be stored in underground containers to be located at 1672 Canton Ave at the...
To approve the installation and storage of (23) 1,000 gallon propane tanks and thirteen (13) 500 gallon propane tanks to be stored in underground containers to be located at 1672 Canton Ave at the Wolcott Woods Residential Development.
Michael F. Zullas had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Following discussion, Ms. Conlon moved, Mr. Wells seconded, and the Board voted 4-0 to approve the installation and storage of (23) 1,000 gallon propane tanks and thirteen (13) 500 gallon propane tanks to be stored in underground containers to be located at 1672 Canton Ave at the Wolcott Woods Residential Development. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Conlon, second: Wells)
That the Board approve September 14th as a date for the Milton Junior Women's Club Annual Road Race
That the Board approve September 14th as a date for the Milton Junior Women's Club Annual Road Race.
Michael F. Zullas had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Chair Mr. Wells moved, Mr. Doyle seconded, and the Board voted 4-0 in favor that the Board approve September 14th as a date for the Milton Junior Women's Club Annual Road Race. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Doyle)
Approve the transfer of the Common Victualler's license from Tino's Pizza to KME Milton, d/b/a Stevie's at 22 Central Avenue
To approve the transfer of the Common Victualler's license from Tino's Pizza to KME Milton, d/b/a Stevie's at 22 Central Avenue.
The minutes give the result as "Following discussion, Mr. Wells moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve the transfer of the Common Victualler's license from Tino's Pizza to KME Milton, d/b/a Stevie's at 22 Central Avenue. " Mr. Wells accepted and the Board voted 4-0 in favor.", but the roll call reads: Melinda A. Collins yes, Kathleen M. Conlon yes, Arthur J. Doyle yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. yes. Showing the count only. Michael F. Zullas had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Following discussion, Mr. Wells moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve the transfer of the Common Victualler's license from Tino's Pizza to KME Milton, d/b/a Stevie's at 22 Central Avenue. Ms. Conlon offered a friendly amendment to add "pending final approval from the Department of Inspectional Services, the Fire Department, and the Health Department with the proposed conditions." Mr. Wells accepted and the Board voted 4-0 in favor. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Conlon)
Authorize the Milton Fire Department, including any ambulance or EMS component, to go to aid another city, town, fire district or area under federal jurisdiction in this commonwealth or in any...
To authorize the Milton Fire Department, including any ambulance or EMS component, to go to aid another city, town, fire district or area under federal jurisdiction in this commonwealth or in any adjoining state in extinguishing fires therein, or rendering any other emergency aid or performing any detail as ordered by the head of the fire department, or the Joint Base Cape Cod fire district and while in the performance of their duties in extending such aid the members of our departments shall have the same immunities and privileges as if performing the same within this municipality
Michael F. Zullas had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Doyle moved to authorize the Milton Fire Department, including any ambulance or EMS component, to go to aid another city, town, fire district or area under federal jurisdiction in this commonwealth or in any adjoining state in extinguishing fires therein, or rendering any other emergency aid or performing any detail as ordered by the head of the fire department, or the Joint Base Cape Cod fire district and while in the performance of their duties in extending such aid the members of our departments shall have the same immunities and privileges as if performing the same within this municipality. Mr. Wells seconded and the Board voted 4-0 in favor. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)
Accept a grant of $2,000 from Health Resources in Action to the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition
To accept a grant of $2,000 from Health Resources in Action to the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition.
From the minutes
“Ms. Conlon moved, Chair Collins seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to accept a grant of $2,000 from Health Resources in Action to the Milton Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Conlon, second: Collins)
Reappoint Branch Lane of 85 Highland Street as Tree Warden, with a term expiring March 31, 2022
To reappoint Branch Lane of 85 Highland Street as Tree Warden, with a term expiring March 31, 2022.
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved, Mr. Doyle seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to reappoint Branch Lane of 85 Highland Street as Tree Warden, with a term expiring March 31, 2022. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Doyle)
Appoint Ashley Fawcett Greene of 193 Hinckley Road and James R. Brown, Jr., of 41 Standish Road to the Commission on Disability with terms expiring March 31, 2024
To appoint Ashley Fawcett Greene of 193 Hinckley Road and James R. Brown, Jr., of 41 Standish Road to the Commission on Disability with terms expiring March 31, 2024.
From the minutes
“Ms. Conlon moved, Mr. Wells seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to appoint Ashley Fawcett Greene of 193 Hinckley Road and James R. Brown, Jr., of 41 Standish Road to the Commission on Disability with terms expiring March 31, 2024. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Conlon, second: Wells)
Approve the Select Board annual report for 2020 subject to final edits
To approve the Select Board annual report for 2020 subject to final edits.
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved, Mr. Doyle seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Select Board annual report for 2020 subject to final edits. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Doyle)
Approve the agreement with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council for the Milton Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and authorize the Town Administrator to sign
Ms. Conlon offered friendly amendment to authorize TA to sign.
From the minutes
“Approval - Agreement between the Town of Milton and the Metropolitan Area Planning Council for Professional Services related to the Milton Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Mr. Dennehy presented the proposed agreement, which would allow the Town to receive technical assistance from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. Mr. Doyle moved. Ms. Conlon offered friendly amendment to authorize TA to sign. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Doyle)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Metrofire Mutual Aid Agreement
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Metrofire Mutual Aid Agreement
From the minutes
“Following a brief discussion, Mr. Doyle moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Metrofire Mutual Aid Agreement. Mr. Wells seconded and the Board voted 5-0 in favor. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)
Authorize Town Counsel to respond to the complaint on behalf of the Select Board
To authorize Town Counsel to respond to the complaint on behalf of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved to authorize Town Counsel to respond to the complaint on behalf of the Select Board. Ms. Conlon seconded and the Board voted 5-0 in favor. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Conlon)
Approve meeting minutes of February 3 and 22 and March 1 and 15 of 2021 as amended per Ms. Conlon's description
To approve meeting minutes of February 3 and 22 and March 1 and 15 of 2021 as amended per Ms. Conlon's description.
From the minutes
“Approval - Meeting Minutes Chair Collins moved, Mr. Wells seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve meeting minutes of February 3 and 22 and March 1 and 15 of 2021 as amended per Ms. Conlon's description. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Collins, second: Wells)
Enter executive session for the following business: pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6), sometimes known as Purpose 6, to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, based...
To enter executive session for the following business: pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6), sometimes known as Purpose 6, to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, based on her belief that having such discussion in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board, specifically 334 Edge Hill Road and 101 Blue Hills Parkway; pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with Town of Milton v.
From the minutes
“Executive Session At 9:47 PM Chair Collins moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to enter executive session for the following business: pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6), sometimes known as Purpose 6, to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, based on her belief that having such discussion in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board, specifically 334 Edge Hill Road and 101 Blue Hills Parkway; pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with Town of Milton v. Keith P. Martin, Norfolk Superior Court Docket No. 2082CV01043 based on her belief that having such discussion in open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Select Board and to return to open session following discussion. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Collins, second: Conlon)
Declare the property at 334 Edge Hill Rd, Milton, MA 02186 available for disposition by lease
To declare property at 334 Edge Hill Rd, Milton, MA 02186 available for disposition by lease Mr. Zullas moved, Mr. Doyle seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to declare the property at 334 Edge Hill Rd, Milton, MA 02186 available for disposition by lease.
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved, Mr. Doyle seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to declare the property at 334 Edge Hill Rd, Milton, MA 02186 available for disposition by lease..” (Motion: Zullas, second: Doyle)
Approve the Request for Proposals as written
To approve the Request for Proposals as written.
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved, Mr. Zullas seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Request for Proposals as written. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)
Declare the property at 101 Blue Hills Parkway, Milton, MA 02186 available for disposition by sale
To declare property at 101 Blue Hills Pkwy, Milton, MA 02186 available for disposition by sale Mr. Zullas moved, Mr. Wells seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to declare the property at 101 Blue Hills Parkway, Milton, MA 02186 available for disposition by sale.
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved, Mr. Wells seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to declare the property at 101 Blue Hills Parkway, Milton, MA 02186 available for disposition by sale. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)
Enter executive session for the following purposes: pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6), sometimes known as Purpose 6, to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, based...
To enter executive session for the following purposes: pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6), sometimes known as Purpose 6, to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, based on her belief that having such discussion in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board, specifically 41 Wharf Street; pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(1), sometimes known as Purpose 1, to discuss an Open Meeting Law Complaint filed by Mr. Peter Culhane and Select Board's response pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 22 to approve executive session meeting minutes for September 16, 2020 and NOT to return to open session following discussion.
From the minutes
“At 10:40 PM, Chair Collins moved, Ms. Conlon seconded, and the Board voted 5-0 to enter executive session for the following purposes: pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6), sometimes known as Purpose 6, to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, based on her belief that having such discussion in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board, specifically 41 Wharf Street; pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(1), sometimes known as Purpose 1, to discuss an Open Meeting Law Complaint filed by Mr. Peter Culhane and Select Board's response pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 22 to approve executive session meeting minutes for September 16, 2020 and NOT to return to open session following discussion. Collins YES Conlon YES Doyle YES Wells YES Zullas YES.” (Motion: Collins, second: Conlon)
From the Milton Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: the members’ campaign websites (Winston Daley, Meghan Haggerty), The Milton Scene (Peter Obersheimer) and the Milton Times (Megan Nolan, photo by Jose Zamora; John Driscoll).
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