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Milton Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting

December 21, 2022

14 recorded votes, 1 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 the change of date for the Special Town Meeting from Monday, February 27, 2023 to Monday, February 13, 2023

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the change of date for the Special Town Meeting from Monday, February 27, 2023 to Monday, February 13, 2023

From the minutes

“Chair Doyle moved to approve the change of date for the Special Town Meeting from Monday, February 27, 2023 to Monday, February 13, 2023. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the change of date of the special town meeting to Monday, February 13, 2023. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Change the Treasurer/Collector position from elected to appointed as a Warrant Article for the February Special Town Meeting and to include it on the Annual Town Election Ballot

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To change the Treasurer/Collector position from elected to appointed as a Warrant Article for the February Special Town Meeting and to include it on the Annual Town Election Ballot

From the minutes

“After a brief discussion, Mr. Zullas moved to change the Treasurer/Collector position from elected to appointed as a Warrant Article for the February Special Town Meeting and to include it on the Annual Town Election Ballot. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously (5-0) to change the Treasurer/Collector position from elected to appointed as a Warrant Article for the February Special Town Meeting and to include it on the Annual Town Election Ballot. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Administrator to approve an Appraisal Service in an amount to be determined for the Fontbonne Convent and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract on the Board's...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to approve an Appraisal Service in an amount to be determined for the Fontbonne Convent and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract on the Board's behalf and submit a request for a Reserve Fund Transfer to the Warrant Committee

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to authorize the Town Administrator to approve an Appraisal Service in an amount to be determined for the Fontbonne Convent and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract on the Board's behalf and submit a request for a Reserve Fund Transfer to the Warrant Committee. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to authorize the Town Administrator to approve an Appraisal Service for an amount deemed reasonable for the Fontbonne Convent and authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract on the Board's behalf and submit a request for a Reserve Fund Transfer to the Warrant Committee. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the Contract Amendment with Bohler Engineering MA LLC for Surveying, Wetlands Delineation, and Conceptual Sketch Plans for 40 Highland Street and authorize the Town Administrator to sign...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Contract Amendment with Bohler Engineering MA LLC for Surveying, Wetlands Delineation, and Conceptual Sketch Plans for 40 Highland Street and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Board's behalf

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Contract Amendment with Bohler Engineering MA LLC for Surveying, Wetlands Delineation, and Conceptual Sketch Plans for 40 Highland Street and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Board's behalf. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the Contract Amendment with Bohler Engineering MA LLC and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Board's behalf. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Extend the deadline of the Local Historic District Study Committee to June 30, 2023

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To extend the deadline of the Local Historic District Study Committee to June 30, 2023

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to extend the deadline of the Local Historic District Study Committee to June 30, 2023. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to extend the deadline of the Local Historic District Study Committee to June 30, 2023. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)

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

Re-appoint the following members to the Local Historic District Study Committee for a Larry Lawfer, Ryan McClain, William S. Mullen and Mallory Walsh for a six month term to expire on June 30, 2023

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To re-appoint the following members to the Local Historic District Study Committee for a Larry Lawfer, Ryan McClain, William S. Mullen and Mallory Walsh for a six month term to expire on June 30, 2023

From the minutes

“Committee Re-Appointments Mr. Wels moved to re-appoint the following members to the Local Historic District Study Committee for a Larry Lawfer, Ryan McClain, William S. Mullen and Mallory Walsh for a six month term to expire on June 30, 2023. The Motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to re-appoint the following members to the Local Historic District Study Committee for a Larry Lawfer, Ryan McClain, William S. Mullen and Mallory Walsh for a six month term to expire on June 30, 2023 . ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

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

Authorize the Town Administrator to submit an application and execute agreements for grant and loan assistance for the Lead Service Line Inventory and Replacement Program

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to submit an application and execute agreements for grant and loan assistance for the Lead Service Line Inventory and Replacement Program

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to authorize the Town Administrator to submit an application and execute agreements for grant and loan assistance for the Lead Service Line Inventory and Replacement Program. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to authorize the Town Administrator to submit an application and execute agreements for grant and loan assistance for the Lead Service Line Inventory and Replacement Program. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Draft a transmittal letter for the distribution of the report

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To draft a transmittal letter for the distribution of the report

From the minutes

“Chair Doyle moved to draft a transmittal letter for the distribution of the report. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to draft a transmittal letter for the distribution of the report. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

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

Request the Town Moderator provide the Equity and Justice for All Committee time at the February Special Town Meeting to make a Presentation on the Report

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To request the Town Moderator provide the Equity and Justice for All Committee time at the February Special Town Meeting to make a Presentation on the Report

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to request the Town Moderator provide the Equity and Justice for All Committee time at the February Special Town Meeting to make a Presentation on the Report. The motion was seconded by Ms. Bradley. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to request the Town Moderator provide the Equity and Justice for All Committee time at the February Special Town Meeting to make a Presentation on the Report. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Bradley)

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

Approve the Strategic Planning Process

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Strategic Planning Process

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Strategic Planning Process. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call vote (5-0) to the Strategic Planning Process. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Approve the meeting minutes for November 1, 2022, November 4, 2022 and November 15, 2022

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the meeting minutes for November 1, 2022, November 4, 2022 and November 15, 2022

From the minutes

“Ms. Musto moved to approve the meeting minutes for November 1, 2022, November 4, 2022 and November 15, 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the meeting minutes for November 1, 2022, November 4, 2022 and November 15, 2022. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Musto, second: Zullas)

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

Approve the Memorandum of Agreement with the Milton Library Association, July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2025

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Memorandum of Agreement with the Milton Library Association, July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2025

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Memorandum of Agreement with the Milton Library Association, July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the Memorandum of Agreement. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

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

Enter into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located 930 Brook Road (Fontbonne Convent, Sisters of St. Joseph) based on my belief that...

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To enter into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located 930 Brook Road (Fontbonne Convent, Sisters of St. Joseph) 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 consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located 930 Brook Road (Fontbonne Convent, Sisters of St. Joseph) 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 not return to Open Session. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session. The Board will return to Open Session to conduct a meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Zullas)

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

Adjourn at 8:09M

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

To adjourn at 8:09M

The roll call does not give a vote for Richard G. Wells, Jr., who was at the meeting. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Adjourn Ms. Musto moved to adjourn at 8:09M. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted by roll (4-0) call to adjourn. ZULLAS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Musto, second: Zullas)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (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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