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Milton Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting

December 8, 2021

14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Kathleen M. Conlon, Arthur J. Doyle, Michael F. Zullas, Melinda A. Collins, Richard G. Wells, Jr.

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • Chair Conlon recused herself from any discussion on this matter and asked Mr. Doyle to chair the meeting.
  • Chair Conlon left the meeting.
  • Chair Conlon returned to the meeting.
  • Chair Conlon recused herself from this discussion on this matter and asked Mr. Doyle to chair.
  • Ms. Conlon left the meeting.

Every vote, in order

Enter into Executive Sessions (1) to discuss the litigation strategy with respect to the National Opioid Litigation Settlement believing that having such discussion in an open session may have...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To enter into Executive Sessions (1) to discuss the litigation strategy with respect to the National Opioid Litigation Settlement believing that having such discussion in an open session may have detrimental effect on litigating position of the body with respect to the litigation strategy (2) discuss potential litigation strategy with respect to New Congressional and State Representative Districts believing that having such discussion in an open session may have detrimental effect on litigating position of the body with respect to the litigation strategy and will return to open session and (3) discuss potential litigation against the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) related to the condition of the stairs at the MBTA station located at Adams Street, Milton, MA believing that having such discussion in an open session may have detrimental effect on litigating position of the body with respect to the litigation strategy and will return to open session

From the minutes

“Executive Session At 7:03PM, Chair Conlon moved to enter into Executive Sessions (1) to discuss the litigation strategy with respect to the National Opioid Litigation Settlement believing that having such discussion in an open session may have detrimental effect on litigating position of the body with respect to the litigation strategy (2) discuss potential litigation strategy with respect to New Congressional and State Representative Districts believing that having such discussion in an open session may have detrimental effect on litigating position of the body with respect to the litigation strategy and will return to open session and (3) discuss potential litigation against the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) related to the condition of the stairs at the MBTA station located at Adams Street, Milton, MA believing that having such discussion in an open session may have detrimental effect on litigating position of the body with respect to the litigation strategy and will return to open session. Ms. Collins seconded the motions. The Board voted by roll call to unanimously enter into Executive Sessions. The Board will return to Open Session to address the other agenda items. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Conlon, second: Collins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Re-affirm Milton's proclamation "No Place for Hate."

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To re-affirm Milton's proclamation "No Place for Hate."

From the minutes

“Mr. Doyle moved to re-affirm Milton's proclamation "No Place for Hate." The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call to approve the proclamation. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Adopt the recommendation to purchase a new radio communication system for the Milton Fire Department in the amount of $218,104.25 through Norfolk County

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adopt the recommendation to purchase a new radio communication system for the Milton Fire Department in the amount of $218,104.25 through Norfolk County

From the minutes

“Mr. Doyle moved to adopt the recommendation to purchase a new radio communication system for the Milton Fire Department in the amount of $218,104.25 through Norfolk County. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously to approve the purchase of the new radio communication system Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Adopt the recommendation for the development and deployment of a fiber optic network for the municipal broad band committee in the amount of $700,000 in ARPA funding

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adopt the recommendation for the development and deployment of a fiber optic network for the municipal broad band committee in the amount of $700,000 in ARPA funding

From the minutes

“Mr. Doyle moved to adopt the recommendation for the development and deployment of a fiber optic network for the municipal broad band committee in the amount of $700,000 in ARPA funding. Mr. Wells seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously to approve the development and deployment of a fiber optic network. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the Storm Water Rates recommended by the Department of Public Works for Fiscal Year 2022

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Storm Water Rates recommended by the Department of Public Works for Fiscal Year 2022

From the minutes

“Mr. Doyle moved to approve the Storm Water Rates recommended by the Department of Public Works for Fiscal Year 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call to approve the storm water rates for the Town of Milton for Fiscal Year 2022. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the 2022 Common Victualler License renewals for 556 Adams Street, LLC (d/b/a Novara); B & D Ichiro, Inc

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the 2022 Common Victualler License renewals for 556 Adams Street, LLC (d/b/a Novara); B & D Ichiro, Inc

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the 2022 Common Victualler License renewals for 556 Adams Street, LLC (d/b/a Novara); B & D Ichiro, Inc. d/b/a Ichiro Sushi; Caribou Coffee, d/b/a Bruegger's Bagel Bakery; Coffee Break Café, Inc.; Ho Jarn, Inc. d/b/a Mr. Chan's; K & K Kitchens, Etc. LLC (d/b/a Pond View Pavillion); Miltdun, LLC, d/b/a Dunkin' Donuts; Milton Fuller Housing corp. d/b/a Fuller Village at two locations; Milton's Opus, LLC d/b/a Steel and Rye Restaurant; Newcomb Farms; Peel Pizza; PB Milton, LLC d/b/a Playa Bowls; Revive & Co.; Spelbound, Inc. d/b/a Milton House of Pizza; Starbucks Coffee #7565; Stella's Luncheonette; Stevie's; The Plate; The Plate at Milton Marketplace; Welch Restaurant Management, LLC d/b/a Abby Park; 88 Wharf Hospitality, LLC d/b/a Madre Osteria. Mr. Wells noted that a certificate of Good Standing was needed for the Coffee Break Café. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted by roll call to unanimously approve the 2022 Common Victualler License Renewals. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the 2022 Liquor License Renewals for American Legion Post #114; Wollaston Golf Club; NPP, Inc., d/b/a Central Liquor Mart; Delaney Liquors, Inc

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the 2022 Liquor License Renewals for American Legion Post #114; Wollaston Golf Club; NPP, Inc., d/b/a Central Liquor Mart; Delaney Liquors, Inc

From the minutes

“Ms. Collins moved to approve the 2022 Liquor License Renewals for American Legion Post #114; Wollaston Golf Club; NPP, Inc., d/b/a Central Liquor Mart; Delaney Liquors, Inc. d/b/a East Milton Wine & Spirits, Inc.; Craft & Cru; The Fruit Center, Inc.; Milton Fuller Housing Corporation at 2 locations; 88 Wharf Hospitality, LLC d/b/a Madre Osteria; Welch Restaurant Management, LLC d/b/a Abby Park; Milton Opus, LLC d/b/a Steel and Rye; Ho Jarn Inc. d/b/a Mr. Chan's; 556 Adams Street, LLC d/b/a Novara; Lombardi Enterprises LLC d/b/a the plate at Milton Marketplace; B & D Ichiro, Inc. d/b/a Ichiro Sushi. Mr. Wells seconded the motion. The Board voted by roll call to unanimously approve the 2022 Liquor License Renewals. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Collins, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the 2022 Sunday Opening Permits for Delaney Liquors

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the 2022 Sunday Opening Permits for Delaney Liquors

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the 2022 Sunday Opening Permits for Delaney Liquors. Inc., d/b/a East Milton Wine & Spirits, Inc.; Craft & Cru; NPP, Inc., d/b/a Central Liquor Mart; The Fruit Center, Inc. Mr. Zullas seconded the motion. The Board voted by roll call to unanimously approve the 2022 Sunday Opening Permits. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the 2022 Entertainment Licenses for Milton's Opus, LLC d/b/a Steel and Rye; Welch Restaurant Management, LLC d/b/a Abby Park; Wharf Street Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Madre Osteria; 556...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the 2022 Entertainment Licenses for Milton's Opus, LLC d/b/a Steel and Rye; Welch Restaurant Management, LLC d/b/a Abby Park; Wharf Street Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Madre Osteria; 556 Adams Street, LLC d/b/a Novara; Ho Jarn Inc

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the 2022 Entertainment Licenses for Milton's Opus, LLC d/b/a Steel and Rye; Welch Restaurant Management, LLC d/b/a Abby Park; Wharf Street Restaurant Group, LLC d/b/a Madre Osteria; 556 Adams Street, LLC d/b/a Novara; Ho Jarn Inc. d/b/a Mr. Chan's. Mr. Wells seconded the motion. The Board voted by roll call to unanimously approve the 2022 Entertainment Licenses. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Approve the Third Amendment to the contract between the Town of Milton and Context Architecture for a Traffic Study in the amount of $19,000.00

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 3–0

To approve the Third Amendment to the contract between the Town of Milton and Context Architecture for a Traffic Study in the amount of $19,000.00

The roll call does not give a vote for Arthur J. Doyle, who was at the meeting. Showing the count only. Kathleen M. Conlon stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Third Amendment to the contract between the Town of Milton and Context Architecture for a Traffic Study in the amount of $19,000.00. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted by roll call to approve the Third Amendment to the contract between the Town of Milton and Context Architecture for a traffic study in the amount of $19,000.00. \Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Recused.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Approve the $500.00 donation from the First Congregational Church of Milton to the Milton Health Department for the Milton Coalition

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the $500.00 donation from the First Congregational Church of Milton to the Milton Health Department for the Milton Coalition

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the $500.00 donation from the First Congregational Church of Milton to the Milton Health Department for the Milton Coalition. Ms. Collins seconded the motion. The Board voted by roll call to unanimously to accept the donation. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Wells, second: Collins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Close the warrant for the annual town meeting scheduled for May 2, 2022 om January 12, 2022

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To close the warrant for the annual town meeting scheduled for May 2, 2022 om January 12, 2022

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to close the warrant for the annual town meeting scheduled for May 2, 2022 om January 12, 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted unanimously by roll call to close the warrant on January 12th. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Approve the meeting minutes for November 10th and 17th

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the meeting minutes for November 10th and 17th

From the minutes

“Mr. Doyle moved to approve the meeting minutes for November 10th and 17th. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted by roll call to unanimously approve the meeting minutes. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Adjourn from Open Session and enter into Executive Session to discuss potential litigation against the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) related to the condition of the stairs at the MBTA...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn from Open Session and enter into Executive Session to discuss potential litigation against the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) related to the condition of the stairs at the MBTA station located at Adams Street, Milton, MA believing that having such discussion in an open session may have detrimental effect on litigating position of the body with respect to the litigation strategy

From the minutes

“Chair Conlon made the motion to adjourn from Open Session and enter into Executive Session to discuss potential litigation against the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) related to the condition of the stairs at the MBTA station located at Adams Street, Milton, MA believing that having such discussion in an open session may have detrimental effect on litigating position of the body with respect to the litigation strategy. Mr. Wells seconded the motion. The Board voted unanimously by roll call to adjourn from Open Session at 10:42 PM and enter into Executive Session. The Board will not return to Open Session. Doyle: Yes Zullas: Yes Collins: Yes Wells: Yes Conlon: Yes.” (Motion: Conlon, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

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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