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Milton Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting

January 18, 2023

18 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Arthur J. Doyle, Michael F. Zullas, Roxanne Musto, Richard G. Wells, Jr., Erin G. Bradley

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • Mr. Wells joined the meeting at 7:37PM.

Every vote, in order

Close the public hearing

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · 3–0

To close the public hearing

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

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted by roll call: (3-0) to close the public hearing. ZULLAS: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Musto)

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

Approve the Transfer of liquor license # 00012-RS-0720 from Welch Restaurant Management, LLC d/b/a Abby Park located at 550 Adams Street to 556 Adams Street LLC

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Transfer of liquor license # 00012-RS-0720 from Welch Restaurant Management, LLC d/b/a Abby Park located at 550 Adams Street to 556 Adams Street LLC

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the Transfer of liquor license # 00012-RS-0720 from Welch Restaurant Management, LLC d/b/a Abby Park located at 550 Adams Street to 556 Adams Street LLC. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted all in favor to approve the Transfer of liquor license # 00012-RS-0720 from Welch Restaurant Management, LLC d/b/a Abby Park located at 550 Adams Street to 556 Adams Street LLC..” (Motion: Zullas, second: Musto)

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

Approve the Agreement for Maintenance of the Existing Deck at 5 Woodward Court, Milton, MA

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Agreement for Maintenance of the Existing Deck at 5 Woodward Court, Milton, MA

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Agreement for Maintenance of the Existing Deck at 5 Woodward Court, Milton, MA. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted all in favor to approve..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Approve the Memorandum of Understanding and License Agreement for Wetland replication activity on Town-owned land located on Canton Avenue (Map K, Lot 2, Block 1A) related to the Winter Valley...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Memorandum of Understanding and License Agreement for Wetland replication activity on Town-owned land located on Canton Avenue (Map K, Lot 2, Block 1A) related to the Winter Valley Residences Building 6 project

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Memorandum of Understanding and License Agreement for Wetland replication activity on Town-owned land located on Canton Avenue (Map K, Lot 2, Block 1A) related to the Winter Valley Residences Building 6 project. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted all in favor to approve..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Approve the Action Plan recommended by the Milton Planning Board for the MBTA Communities and authorize the Town Administrator to submit the Action Plan

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Action Plan recommended by the Milton Planning Board for the MBTA Communities and authorize the Town Administrator to submit the Action Plan

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the Action Plan recommended by the Milton Planning Board for the MBTA Communities and authorize the Town Administrator to submit the Action Plan. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call to approve the Action Plan. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Musto)

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

Approve the 4th Addendum to the Contract with Rauhaus Freedenfeld & Associates for the Animal Shelter Project and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the 4th Addendum to the Contract with Rauhaus Freedenfeld & Associates for the Animal Shelter Project and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the 4th Addendum to the Contract with Rauhaus Freedenfeld & Associates for the Animal Shelter Project and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the 4th Addendum to the Contract with Rauhaus Freedenfeld & Associates for the Animal Shelter Project. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Approve the Index, Greeting Page, and the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting scheduled for Monday, February 13, 2023

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Index, Greeting Page, and the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting scheduled for Monday, February 13, 2023

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Index, Greeting Page, and the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting scheduled for Monday, February 13, 2023. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the Index, Greeting Page, and the Warrant for the Special Town Meeting ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Approve Warrant Articles noted as A-J for the Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023: a

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Warrant Articles noted as A-J for the Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023: a

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve Warrant Articles noted as A-J for the Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023: a. Rescind Unissued Debt b. Accept provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 44, § 53F½ to establish a PEG Access Enterprise Fund effective Fiscal Year 2024 c. PEG Access Enterprise Fund Appropriation d. Authorize Special Purpose Stabilization Fund for Opioid Settlement Funds e. Adopt Organization, Numbering, and Generic Changes to the General Bylaws of the Town f. Adopt Organization, Numbering, and Generic Changes to the Zoning Bylaws of the Town g. School Building Committee Appropriation h. Authorize Select Board to acquire property located off Gile Road i. Transfer land and petition the General Court for Special Legislation related to Article 97 The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. Prior to the roll call vote, the Board briefly discussed the article relative to Outdoor Residential Lighting as well as the article submission process per Ms. Bradley's request. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the Warrant Articles for the Annual Town Meeting. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

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

Close the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To close the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to close the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 1, 2023. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to close the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)

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

Re-appoint the following individuals to the Municipal Broadband Committee: Mark Day, Rob Lynch, John Sullivan, and Joseph Chamberlain for terms to expire on June 30, 2023

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To re-appoint the following individuals to the Municipal Broadband Committee: Mark Day, Rob Lynch, John Sullivan, and Joseph Chamberlain for terms to expire on June 30, 2023

From the minutes

“Joseph Chamberlain Mr. Zullas moved to re-appoint the following individuals to the Municipal Broadband Committee: Mark Day, Rob Lynch, John Sullivan, and Joseph Chamberlain for terms to expire on June 30, 2023. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to re-appoint the following individuals to the Municipal Broadband Committee: Mark Day, Rob Lynch, John Sullivan, and Joseph Chamberlain ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)

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

Approve the Other Post-Employment Benefits Policy

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Other Post-Employment Benefits Policy

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the Other Post-Employment Benefits Policy. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the Other Post-Employment Benefits Policy. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Musto)

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

Approve the Creation of and Charge for a Climate Action Planning Committee

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Creation of and Charge for a Climate Action Planning Committee

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the Creation of and Charge for a Climate Action Planning Committee. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the Creation of and Charge for a Climate Action Planning Committee. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)

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

Approve the meeting minutes subject to modifications for December 5, 2022, December 6, 2022 and December 21, 2022

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the meeting minutes subject to modifications for December 5, 2022, December 6, 2022 and December 21, 2022

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the meeting minutes subject to modifications for December 5, 2022, December 6, 2022 and December 21, 2022. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the meeting minutes for December 5, 2022, December 6, 2022 and December 21, 2022. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Recess from the Select Board Meeting and Call to Order the Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To recess from the Select Board Meeting and Call to Order the Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust

From the minutes

“At 9:35PM, Mr. Wells moved to recess from the Select Board Meeting and Call to Order the Meeting of the Trustees of the Governor Stoughton Trust. The Select Board will return to Open Session. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (50) to recess the Select Board Meeting and Call to Order the 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 10 (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 11

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. Wells. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session. The Board will adjourn from the Ex. Session and not return to Open Session. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

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

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...

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

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 not return to Open Session. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session. The Board will adjourn from the Ex. Session and not return to Open Session. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

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

Enter into Executive Session

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To enter into Executive Session.

From the minutes

“Chair Doyle moved on behalf of the Select Board to enter into Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy with respect to litigation filed by the Town of Milton v. Federal Aviation Administration, No. 22-152 (U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit) 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 motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted by roll call (5-0) to enter into Executive Session. The Board will adjourn from the Ex. Session and not return to Open Session. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Adjourn at 10:47PM

Minutes, page 12

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 10:47PM

From the minutes

“Adjourn Ms. Musto moved to adjourn at 10:47PM. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to adjourn. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Musto, second: Wells)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (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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