MassVoter.com← Milton Select BoardMilton Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
July 27, 2022
17 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Arthur J. Doyle, Michael F. Zullas, Richard G. Wells, Jr., Erin G. Bradley, Roxanne Musto
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve Nicholas J. Milano as the new Town Administrator for Milton, MA
To approve Nicholas J. Milano as the new Town Administrator for Milton, MA
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved to approve Nicholas J. Milano as the new Town Administrator for Milton, MA. Chair Doyle offered a friendly amendment: subject to the execution of an employment agreement. Mr. Wells approved. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve Nicholas Milano as the new Town Administrator for Milton, MA. Zullas YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel, specifically the new Town Administrator based on my belief that discussion of this matter...
To enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel, specifically the new Town Administrator based on my belief that discussion of this matter in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Chair Doyle moved to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel, specifically the new Town Administrator based on my belief that discussion of this matter in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board. The Select Board will return to Open Session. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Musto)
Enter into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property of the Kidder Branch Library: 101 Blue Hills Parkway based on my belief that discussion of this...
To enter into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property of the Kidder Branch Library: 101 Blue Hills Parkway based on my belief that discussion of this matter in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board
Yes: Bradley, Doyle, Wells, ZullasAbstained: Musto
From the minutes
“Chair Doyle moved to enter into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property of the Kidder Branch Library: 101 Blue Hills Parkway based on my belief that discussion of this matter in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board. The Select Board will return to Open Session. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted by roll call (4-0) to enter Executive Session. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: ABSTAIN Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)
Enter into Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy against the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) related to the condition of the stairs at the MBTA station located at Adams...
To enter into Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy against the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) related to the condition of the stairs at the MBTA station located at Adams Street, Milton, MA based on my belief that discussion of this matter in open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Chair Doyle moved to enter into Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy against the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) related to the condition of the stairs at the MBTA station located at Adams Street, Milton, MA based on my belief that discussion of this matter in open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Select Board. The Select Board will return to Open Session. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (50) to enter into Executive Session. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Zullas)
Approve the Intermunicipal Agreement for the Public Health Excellence Grant to the Norfolk County Public Health Coalition and authorize the Interim Town Administrator to sign the agreement on the...
To approve the Intermunicipal Agreement for the Public Health Excellence Grant to the Norfolk County Public Health Coalition and authorize the Interim Town Administrator to sign the agreement on the Board's behalf
Yes: Bradley, Doyle, Wells, ZullasAbstained: Musto
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Intermunicipal Agreement for the Public Health Excellence Grant to the Norfolk County Public Health Coalition and authorize the Interim Town Administrator to sign the agreement on the Board's behalf. The motion was seconded by Ms. Bradley. The Board voted by roll call (4-0) to approve the Intermunicipal Agreement for the Public Health Excellence Grant to the Norfolk County Public Health Coalition. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: ABSTAIN Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Bradley)
Approve and execute the First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement between Select Board and the Milton Landing Condominium Association by and through its Board of Trustees dated August 21, 2021
To approve and execute the First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement between Select Board and the Milton Landing Condominium Association by and through its Board of Trustees dated August 21, 2021.
From the minutes
“Chair Doyle moved, in accordance with the authorization provided to the Select Board by the vote of Town Meeting on Article I of the October 2021, Special Town Meeting, that the Select Board approve and execute the First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement between Select Board and the Milton Landing Condominium Association by and through its Board of Trustees dated August 21, 2021. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve and execute the First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement between Select Board and the Milton Landing Condominium Association by and through its Board of Trustees dated August 21, 2021. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)
Approve the conveyance of 41 What Street (Wharf Street) to the Town of Milton, as set forth in the deed provided by Town Counsel
To the Town of Milton as set forth in the deed provided by Town Counsel.
From the minutes
“Chair Doyle moved, in accordance with the authorization provided to the Select Board by the vote of Town Meeting on Article I of the October 2021, Special Town Meeting, that the Select Board approve the conveyance of 41 What Street to the Town of Milton as set forth in the deed provided by Town Counsel. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) approve the conveyance of 41 What Street to the Town of Milton as set forth in the deed provided by Town Counsel. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)
Authorize Town Counsel to take all necessary and reasonable action to complete the conveyance of 41 What Street to the Town of Milton
To authorize Town Counsel to take all necessary and reasonable action to complete the conveyance of 41 What Street to the Town of Milton.
From the minutes
“Mr. Doyle moved in accordance with the authorization provided to the Select Board by the vote of Town Meeting on Article I of the October 2021, Special Town Meeting, to authorize Town Counsel to take all necessary and reasonable action to complete the conveyance of 41 What Street to the Town of Milton. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. Mr. Zullas offered a friendly amendment: including to update the letter with respect to the $75,000 payment from the Milton Landing Condominium Association. The friendly amendment was accepted by Chair Doyle and Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to authorize Town Counsel to take all necessary and reasonable action to complete the conveyance of 41 What Street to the Town of Milton. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)
Support Mr. Czerwienski, the Director of Planning and Community Development's efforts to create a new Fair Housing Committee and prepare an article for Fall Town Meeting for that purpose
To support Mr. Czerwienski, the Director of Planning and Community Development's efforts to create a new Fair Housing Committee and prepare an article for Fall Town Meeting for that purpose
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved to support Mr. Czerwienski, the Director of Planning and Community Development's efforts to create a new Fair Housing Committee and prepare an article for Fall Town Meeting for that purpose. The motion was seconded by Ms. Bradley. A friendly amendment was offered by Chair Doyle: to approve the new charge with revisions offered by Mr. Zullas. The amendment was accepted by Mr. Zullas and Ms. Bradley. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to support the Director of Planning and Community Development's efforts to create a new Fair Housing Committee, prepare an article for Fall Town Meeting for that purpose and accept the Charge with revisions. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Bradley)
Authorize the Interim Town Administrator to sign any grant agreements and contracts associated with the Milton Landing Recreation and Access Improvements project for which the Town received a...
To authorize the Interim Town Administrator to sign any grant agreements and contracts associated with the Milton Landing Recreation and Access Improvements project for which the Town received a MassTrails grant
From the minutes
“Mr. Wells moved to authorize the Interim Town Administrator to sign any grant agreements and contracts associated with the Milton Landing Recreation and Access Improvements project for which the Town received a MassTrails grant. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call vote (5-0) authorize the Interim Town Administrator to sign any grant agreements and contracts associated with the Milton Landing Recreation and Access Improvements project for which the Town received a MassTrails grant. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Authorize the re-bidding of the Owners' Project Manager for the Animal Shelter Construction project
To authorize the re-bidding of the Owners' Project Manager for the Animal Shelter Construction project
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved to authorize the re-bidding of the Owners' Project Manager for the Animal Shelter Construction project. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the re-bidding of the Owners' Project Manager for the Animal Shelter Construction project. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Musto)
Appoint Victoria Shea, Susan Philips and Robert Mayhew to a one-year term to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
To appoint Victoria Shea, Susan Philips and Robert Mayhew to a one-year term to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
From the minutes
“Robert Mayhew Mr. Wells moved to appoint Victoria Shea, Susan Philips and Robert Mayhew to a one-year term to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee. The motion was seconded by Chair Doyle. Ms. Bradley offered a friendly amendment to appoint Victoria Shea and Robert Mayhew now and allow the new Select Board Committee an opportunity to review new applicants for Boards and Committees. The friendly amendment was accepted by Mr. Wells and Mr. Doyle. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to appoint Victoria Shea and Robert Mayhew to a one-year term to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Doyle)
Approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $ 50,000.00 to the Milton Times, Inc
To approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $ 50,000.00 to the Milton Times, Inc
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $ 50,000.00 to the Milton Times, Inc. for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the $50,000 appropriation. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)
Approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $20,00.00 to the Milton Art Center for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act."
To approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $20,00.00 to the Milton Art Center for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act."
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $20,00.00 to the Milton Art Center for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act." The motion was seconded by Ms. Bradley. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the $20,000 appropriation. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Bradley)
Approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $3,000.00 to Direct Access Physical Therapy for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act
To approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $3,000.00 to Direct Access Physical Therapy for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $3,000.00 to Direct Access Physical Therapy for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act. The motion was seconded by Ms. Bradley. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the $3,000.00 appropriation. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Bradley)
Approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $19,240.00 .to Lisa Fischer Photography for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act
To approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $19,240.00 .to Lisa Fischer Photography for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act
From the minutes
“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the recommendation of the Finance Committee to appropriate $19,240.00 .to Lisa Fischer Photography for a small business grant through the American Rescue Plan Act. The motion was seconded by Ms. Bradley. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the $ 19,240.00 appropriation. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Bradley)
Adjourn at 10:53PM
To adjourn at 10:53PM
From the minutes
“Adjourn Mr. Wells moved to adjourn at 10:53PM. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to adjourn. Zullas: YES Wells: YES Bradley: YES Musto: YES Doyle: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
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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