MassVoter.com← Milton Select BoardMilton Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
August 25, 2021
18 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Kathleen M. Conlon, Arthur J. Doyle, Michael F. Zullas, Richard G. Wells, Jr., Melinda A. Collins
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Chair Conlon recused herself from discussion of this agenda item because the law firm for which she works is Milton's bond counsel.
- Ms. Conlon returned to the meeting.
- Mr. Zullas recused himself due to a conflict of interest as one of his partners represents the trustee for the landlord of the property.
- Mr. Zullas returned to the meeting.
Every vote, in order
That the sale of the $1,150,000 Sewer Bond of the Town dated September 13, 2021, to Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the "Authority") is hereby approved and the Town Treasurer or other...
That the sale of the $1,150,000 Sewer Bond of the Town dated September 13, 2021, to Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the "Authority") is hereby approved and the Town Treasurer or other appropriate Town official is authorized to execute on behalf of the Town a Loan Agreement and a Financial Assistance Agreement with the Authority with respect to the bond.
Kathleen M. Conlon stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Following discussion, Mr. Zullas moved, Ms. Collins seconded, and the Board voted unanimously 4-0 by roll call that the sale of the $1,150,000 Sewer Bond of the Town dated September 13, 2021, to Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the "Authority") is hereby approved and the Town Treasurer or other appropriate Town official is authorized to execute on behalf of the Town a Loan Agreement and a Financial Assistance Agreement with the Authority with respect to the bond. The bond shall be payable without interest on August 15 of the years and in the principal amounts as follows: Year 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Installment $115,000 115,000 115,000 115,000 115,000 Year 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 Installment $115,000 115,000 115,000 115,000 115,000 and further that each member of the Select Board, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be and hereby are, and authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or other documents as may be determined by them, or any of them, to be necessary or convenient to carry into effect the provisions of the foregoing vote. Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Collins)
Close the evidence portion of the hearing
To close the evidence portion of the hearing.
Michael F. Zullas stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Doyle moved, Chair Conlon seconded, and the Board voted unanimously 4-0 by roll call, to close the evidence portion of the hearing. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Conlon)
Approve to approve a Common Victualler License for PB Milton LLC d/b/a Playa Bowls at 532 Adams Street through December 31, 2021 with the hours of 8 a.m. to 9 p.m
To approve to approve a Common Victualler License for PB Milton LLC d/b/a Playa Bowls at 532 Adams Street through December 31, 2021 with the hours of 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Michael F. Zullas stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Doyle moved, Mr. Wells seconded, and the boarded voted 4-0 by roll call to approve to approve a Common Victualler License for PB Milton LLC d/b/a Playa Bowls at 532 Adams Street through December 31, 2021 with the hours of 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)
Approve a Take-Rate Survey Contract with CTC
To approve a Take-Rate Survey Contract with CTC.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Zullas and seconded by Mr. Wells, the Board voted 5-0 to approve a Take-Rate Survey Contract with CTC. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)
Authorize Town Counsel to submit a written objection to the offer from the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission to Install a Keno monitor at the Milton Food Mart, 133 Brook Road
To authorize Town Counsel to submit a written objection to the offer from the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission to Install a Keno monitor at the Milton Food Mart, 133 Brook Road.
From the minutes
“Mr. Doyle moved, Mr. Wells seconded and the Board voted unanimously to authorize Town Counsel to submit a written objection to the offer from the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission to Install a Keno monitor at the Milton Food Mart, 133 Brook Road. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)
Approve and sign the Local Action Units Application for two proposed affordable units at 92 Brush Hill Road under the requirements relating to Wolcott Woods project (Northland Residential Corp.)
To approve and sign the Local Action Units Application for two proposed affordable units at 92 Brush Hill Road under the requirements relating to Wolcott Woods project (Northland Residential Corp.).
From the minutes
“Ms. Collins moved, Mr. Wells seconded and the Board voted unanimously 5-0 to approve and sign the Local Action Units Application for two proposed affordable units at 92 Brush Hill Road under the requirements relating to Wolcott Woods project (Northland Residential Corp.). Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Collins, second: Wells)
Withdraw the Planning Board's Cut and Fill Bylaw Amendment article (article 2) from the October Special Town Meeting warrant
To withdraw the Planning Board's Cut and Fill Bylaw Amendment article (article 2) from the October Special Town Meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved to withdraw the Planning Board's Cut and Fill Bylaw Amendment article (article 2) from the October Special Town Meeting warrant, Mr. Doyle seconded the motion, and the Board voted unanimously 5-0 in favor of the motion. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Doyle)
Approve $100,000 for COVID testing, $7,500 for a trailer to store personal protective equipment (PPE), $50,000 for PPE, $100,000 for chromebooks for the School Department, and $17,502 for...
To approve $100,000 for COVID testing, $7,500 for a trailer to store personal protective equipment (PPE), $50,000 for PPE, $100,000 for chromebooks for the School Department, and $17,502 for school-related technology items needed on account of the COVID pandemic.
From the minutes
“c. On a motion made by Mr. Zullas and seconded by Mr. Doyle, the Board voted by roll call vote 5-0 to approve $100,000 for COVID testing, $7,500 for a trailer to store personal protective equipment (PPE), $50,000 for PPE, $100,000 for chromebooks for the School Department, and $17,502 for school-related technology items needed on account of the COVID pandemic. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Doyle)
Authorize Town Administrator Mike Dennehy to sign on behalf of the Select Board the Rink Operations Permit and a Management and Operation Agreement for the Max Ulin Memorial Ulin Memorial Rink,...
To authorize Town Administrator Mike Dennehy to sign on behalf of the Select Board the Rink Operations Permit and a Management and Operation Agreement for the Max Ulin Memorial Ulin Memorial Rink, each for a 3 year term.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Doyle and seconded by Mr. Wells, the Board voted 5-0 to authorize Town Administrator Mike Dennehy to sign on behalf of the Select Board the Rink Operations Permit and a Management and Operation Agreement for the Max Ulin Memorial Ulin Memorial Rink, each for a 3 year term. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)
Reappoint Jean Peterson of 9 Harold Street and Mary Sennott Burke of 123 Indian Spring Road to the Board of Registrars for 3 year terms ending in August 2024
To reappoint Jean Peterson of 9 Harold Street and Mary Sennott Burke of 123 Indian Spring Road to the Board of Registrars for 3 year terms ending in August 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Collins and seconded by Mr. Zullas, the Board voted 5-0 to reappoint Jean Peterson of 9 Harold Street and Mary Sennott Burke of 123 Indian Spring Road to the Board of Registrars for 3 year terms ending in August 2024. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Collins, second: Zullas)
Re-appoint Joseph Reardon of 49 Grafton Avenue to the Norfolk County Advisory Board for a 1 year term ending August 2022
To re-appoint Joseph Reardon of 49 Grafton Avenue to the Norfolk County Advisory Board for a 1 year term ending August 2022.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Zullas and seconded by Mr. Wells, the Board voted 5-0 to re-appoint Joseph Reardon of 49 Grafton Avenue to the Norfolk County Advisory Board for a 1 year term ending August 2022. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)
Appoint Superintendent of Schools James F. Jette, Barbara Wright and Stephanie O'Keefe of the Milton Public Schools and Treasurer James D. McAuliffe to the Education Fund Committee for a 3 year...
To appoint Superintendent of Schools James F. Jette, Barbara Wright and Stephanie O'Keefe of the Milton Public Schools and Treasurer James D. McAuliffe to the Education Fund Committee for a 3 year term ending August 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Collins and seconded by Mr. Zullas, the Board voted 5-0 to appoint Superintendent of Schools James F. Jette, Barbara Wright and Stephanie O'Keefe of the Milton Public Schools and Treasurer James D. McAuliffe to the Education Fund Committee for a 3 year term ending August 2024. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Collins, second: Zullas)
Re-appoint Tim Czerwienski to the Traffic Commission, Milton Landing Committee, Fair Housing Officer, Sign Review Committee, and Animal Shelter Advisory Committee for a 1 year term ending in July 2022
To re-appoint Tim Czerwienski to the Traffic Commission, Milton Landing Committee, Fair Housing Officer, Sign Review Committee, and Animal Shelter Advisory Committee for a 1 year term ending in July 2022.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Collins and seconded by Mr. Doyle, the Board voted 5-0 to re-appoint Tim Czerwienski to the Traffic Commission, Milton Landing Committee, Fair Housing Officer, Sign Review Committee, and Animal Shelter Advisory Committee for a 1 year term ending in July 2022. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Collins, second: Doyle)
Re-appoint Melinda Ortega, Gerard Paul, Christopher Grazioso, Jay Hackett, Paul Hopkins and Shane Brandenburg to the Local Emergency Planning Committee for a 1 year term ending in July 2022
To re-appoint Melinda Ortega, Gerard Paul, Christopher Grazioso, Jay Hackett, Paul Hopkins and Shane Brandenburg to the Local Emergency Planning Committee for a 1 year term ending in July 2022.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Ms. Zullas and seconded by Mr. Wells, the Board voted 5-0 to re-appoint Melinda Ortega, Gerard Paul, Christopher Grazioso, Jay Hackett, Paul Hopkins and Shane Brandenburg to the Local Emergency Planning Committee for a 1 year term ending in July 2022. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)
Approve a one-day liquor license for September 11th, 2021 for the Mass Opera Fundraiser at the Eustis Estate
To approve a one-day liquor license for September 11th, 2021 for the Mass Opera Fundraiser at the Eustis Estate.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Zullas and seconded by Chair Conlon, the Board voted 5-0 by roll-call to approve a one-day liquor license for September 11th, 2021 for the Mass Opera Fundraiser at the Eustis Estate. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Conlon)
Approve all meeting minutes listed on the agenda except for the August 6 minutes
To approve all meeting minutes listed on the agenda except for the August 6 minutes.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Zullas and seconded by Mr. Wells, the Board voted 5-0 by roll-call vote to approve all meeting minutes listed on the agenda except for the August 6 minutes. Conlon YES Doyle YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)
Authorize Town Counsel to respond to the complaint on its behalf
To authorize Town Counsel to respond to the complaint on its behalf.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Mr. Wells and seconded by Ms. Collins, the Board voted unanimously by roll call to authorize Town Counsel to respond to the complaint on its behalf. Doyle YES Conlon YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Collins)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“Adjourn At 9:01 p.m., on a motion made by Mr. Zullas and seconded by Mr. Doyle, the Board voted 5-0 by roll call to adjourn. Doyle YES Conlon YES Collins YES Zullas YES Wells YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Doyle)
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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