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Milton Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting

October 5, 2022

11 recorded votes, 3 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

During the meeting:

  • Ms. Musto recused herself from the discussion and vote.

Every vote, in order

Approve the lease with the Milton Arts Center for the East Milton Library located at 334 Edge Hill Road for a term of ten years

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the lease with the Milton Arts Center for the East Milton Library located at 334 Edge Hill Road for a term of ten years

Roxanne Musto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the lease with the Milton Arts Center for the East Milton Library located at 334 Edge Hill Road for a term of ten years. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted by roll call (4-0) to approve the lease with the Milton Arts Center for the East Milton Library located at 334 Edge Hill Road for a term of ten years. ZULLAS: YES WELLS YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: RECUSED DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

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

Submit the proposed article to Amend Chapter 2, Section 7 of the General Bylaw to the Warrant Committee to be included in the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · 3–2

To submit the proposed article to Amend Chapter 2, Section 7 of the General Bylaw to the Warrant Committee to be included in the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting

Yes: Bradley, Doyle, ZullasNo: Musto, Wells

From the minutes

“Following the discussion, Ms. Bradley moved to submit the proposed article to Amend Chapter 2, Section 7 of the General Bylaw to the Warrant Committee to be included in the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. Mr. Wells offered a friendly amendment to postpone submitting the article to the Warrant Committee until the Annual Town Meeting in the Spring of 2023. The amendment was not accepted by Ms. Bradley. The Board voted by roll call (3-2) to submit the article proposal to Amend Chapter 2, Section 7 of the General Bylaw to the Warrant Committee to be included in the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting. Following the roll call vote, the Select Board Members had a brief discussion on whether to provide Town Meeting Members the opportunity to review articles prior to the release of the Warrant. No decisions were made. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: NO BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: NO DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Bradley, second: Zullas)

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

Approve the contract with Horsley Witten Group and the Town of Milton, MA for consultant services relative to the Town's Open Space and Recreation Plan

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the contract with Horsley Witten Group and the Town of Milton, MA for consultant services relative to the Town's Open Space and Recreation Plan

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the contract with Horsley Witten Group and the Town of Milton, MA for consultant services relative to the Town's Open Space and Recreation Plan. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to approve the contract with Horsley Witten Group and the Town of Milton, MA. The Board authorized the Town Administrator to sign on their behalf. ZULLAS: YES WELLS YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Re-appoint the following individuals to a one -year term on the Master Plan Implementation Committee: Cheryl Tougias, Richard Burke and Taber Keally

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To re-appoint the following individuals to a one -year term on the Master Plan Implementation Committee: Cheryl Tougias, Richard Burke and Taber Keally

From the minutes

“Taber Keally Ms. Musto moved to re-appoint the following individuals to a one -year term on the Master Plan Implementation Committee: Cheryl Tougias, Richard Burke and Taber Keally. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to approve the Committee appointments. ZULLAS: YES WELLS YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Musto, second: Wells)

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

Approve the following one-day liquor licenses to the Milton Art Center for Friday, October 7, 2022 for a comedy show featuring Paul DeAngelo and the Catholic Parishes of the Blue HillsSt Pius...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the following one-day liquor licenses to the Milton Art Center for Friday, October 7, 2022 for a comedy show featuring Paul DeAngelo and the Catholic Parishes of the Blue HillsSt Pius Church- Oktoberfest, Sunday, October 16, 2022

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the following one-day liquor licenses to the Milton Art Center for Friday, October 7, 2022 for a comedy show featuring Paul DeAngelo and the Catholic Parishes of the Blue HillsSt Pius Church- Oktoberfest, Sunday, October 16, 2022. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to approve the one-day liquor licenses. ZULLAS: YES WELLS YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Approve the meeting minutes of August 10, 2022 and August 23, 2022

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the meeting minutes of August 10, 2022 and August 23, 2022

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the meeting minutes of August 10, 2022 and August 23, 2022. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to approve the meeting minutes. ZULLAS: YES WELLS YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Musto)

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

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...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · 5–0

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 minutes give the result as "The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session.", but the roll call reads: Michael F. Zullas yes, Richard G. Wells, Jr. yes, Erin G. Bradley yes, Arthur J. Doyle yes. Showing the count only. Roxanne Musto stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.

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 Select Board will adjourn from the Executive Session and return to Open Session for a Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: RECUSED DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

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

Enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining units: Milton Clerical Unit of the Southeastern Public Employees Association; Milton Professional Management...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining units: Milton Clerical Unit of the Southeastern Public Employees Association; Milton Professional Management Association, Milton Public Employee Association; Milton Firefighters, Local 1116, Milton Police Association and Milton Superior Officers 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 with respect to collective bargaining units: Milton Clerical Unit of the Southeastern Public Employees Association; Milton Professional Management Association, Milton Public Employee Association; Milton Firefighters, Local 1116, Milton Police Association and Milton Superior Officers 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 adjourn from the Executive Session and return to Open Session for a Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

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

Enter into Executive Session to approve Executive Session meeting minutes based on my belief that discussion of this matter in open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To enter into Executive Session to approve Executive Session meeting minutes 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 approve Executive Session meeting minutes 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 adjourn from the Executive Session and return to Open Session for a Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Zullas)

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

Enter into Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy with respect to litigation relative to the final Environmental Impact Assessment of the Federal Aviation Administration RNAV, Runway 4L...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To enter into Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy with respect to litigation relative to the final Environmental Impact Assessment of the Federal Aviation Administration RNAV, Runway 4L at Boston Logan International Airport, 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 with respect to litigation relative to the final Environmental Impact Assessment of the Federal Aviation Administration RNAV, Runway 4L at Boston Logan International Airport, 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 adjourn from Executive Session and return to Open Session for a Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Musto)

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

Return to adjourn from the Executive Session and return to Open Session for a Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To return to adjourn from the Executive Session and return to Open Session for a Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust

From the minutes

“Adjourn At 9:47M, Mr. Wells moved to return to adjourn from the Executive Session and return to Open Session for a Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. Board voted by roll call (5-0) to adjourn from the Executive Session and return to Open Session for a Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (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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