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Milton Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting

March 7, 2023

15 recorded votes, 4 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. Bradley joined via Zoom).

Every vote, in order

Approve the Warrant Article for the School Building Committee for inclusion in the Annual Town Meeting warrant for an appropriation amount to be determined at a later date

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Warrant Article for the School Building Committee for inclusion in the Annual Town Meeting warrant for an appropriation amount to be determined at a later date

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Warrant Article for the School Building Committee for inclusion in the Annual Town Meeting warrant for an appropriation amount to be determined at a later date. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board Members voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the warrant article for the School Building Committee appropriation. ZULLAS:YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Approve the Warrant Article from the Bylaw Review Committee regarding extension of the Bylaw Review Committee and an appropriation in the amount of $5,730.00 for an inclusion on the Annual Town...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · 4–1

To approve the Warrant Article from the Bylaw Review Committee regarding extension of the Bylaw Review Committee and an appropriation in the amount of $5,730.00 for an inclusion on the Annual Town Meeting warrant

Yes: Doyle, Musto, Wells, ZullasNo: Bradley

From the minutes

“Following a discussion, Mr. Wells moved to approve the Warrant Article from the Bylaw Review Committee regarding extension of the Bylaw Review Committee and an appropriation in the amount of $5,730.00 for an inclusion on the Annual Town Meeting warrant. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted by roll call (4-1) to approve the warrant article for the School Building Committee appropriation. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: NO MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Enter into Executive Session to discuss (litigation) strategy with respect to litigation filed by the Town of Milton v

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · 3–0

To enter into Executive Session to discuss (litigation) strategy with respect to litigation filed by the Town of Milton v

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

From the minutes

“Chair Doyle moved 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 Select Board will return to Open Session. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted by roll call (3-0) to enter Executive Session. ZULLAS:YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Zullas)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (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 3

ProceduralPassed · 3–0

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

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 by roll call (3-0) to enter Executive Session. ZULLAS:YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Zullas)

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

Enter into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located at 101 Blue Hills Parkway (Kidder Branch Library) based on my belief that discussion of...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · 3–0

To enter into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located at 101 Blue Hills Parkway (Kidder Branch Library) 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 roll call does not give a vote for Richard G. Wells, Jr., who was at the meeting. Showing the count only. Erin G. Bradley had not yet arrived.

From the minutes

“Chair Doyle moved to enter into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located at 101 Blue Hills Parkway (Kidder Branch Library) 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 by roll call (3-0) to enter Executive Session. ZULLAS:YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Doyle, second: Musto)

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

Approve the Opioid Settlement Agreements with Teva, Allergan, Walgreens, Walmart and CVS and authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Settlement Participation Forms

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Opioid Settlement Agreements with Teva, Allergan, Walgreens, Walmart and CVS and authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Settlement Participation Forms

From the minutes

“Mr. Zullas moved to approve the Opioid Settlement Agreements with Teva, Allergan, Walgreens, Walmart and CVS and authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Settlement Participation Forms. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wells. The Board voted unanimously to approve the Opioid Settlement Agreements with Teva, Allergan, Walgreens, Walmart and CVS and authorize the Town Administrator to execute the Settlement Participation Forms. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Zullas, second: Wells)

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

Approve the Shared Housing Services Office Intermunicipal Agreement and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Board's behalf

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Shared Housing Services Office Intermunicipal Agreement and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Board's behalf

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Shared Housing Services Office Intermunicipal Agreement 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 Shared Housing Services Office Intermunicipal Agreement 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 5 (PDF)

Approve the Local Initiative Program Applications for Local Action Units, specifically 2 condo units at 34 Fairbanks Road, required by the Wolcott Woods special permit authorize the Chair to sign...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Local Initiative Program Applications for Local Action Units, specifically 2 condo units at 34 Fairbanks Road, required by the Wolcott Woods special permit authorize the Chair to sign on the Board's behalf

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Local Initiative Program Applications for Local Action Units, specifically 2 condo units at 34 Fairbanks Road, required by the Wolcott Woods special permit authorize the Chair to sign on the Board's behalf. The motion was seconded by Mr. Zullas. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the Local Initiative Program Applications for Local Action Units, specifically 2 condo units at 34 Fairbanks Road, required by the Wolcott Woods special permit authorize the Chair to sign on the Board's behalf. ZULLAS:YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE:YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Zullas)

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

Approve the Recommendation from the Municipal Broadband Committee for I-Net Design Services with Comm Tract Corp and authorize the Town Administrator to enter contract negotiations

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Recommendation from the Municipal Broadband Committee for I-Net Design Services with Comm Tract Corp and authorize the Town Administrator to enter contract negotiations

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Recommendation from the Municipal Broadband Committee for I-Net Design Services with Comm Tract Corp and authorize the Town Administrator to enter contract negotiations. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the recommendation from the Municipal Broadband Committee for I-Net Design Services with Comm Tract Corp and authorize the Town Administrator to enter contract negotiations. ZULLAS:YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE:YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Discussion/Approval - Investment Policy Second Reading: approve the Investment Policy

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Investment Policy

From the minutes

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

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

Approve as amended the 2022 Annual Report submission of the Select Board

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve as amended the 2022 Annual Report submission of the Select Board

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve as amended the 2022 Annual Report submission of the Select Board. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the 2022 Annual Report of the Select Board. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY:YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Approve the Discovery Schoolhouse, Inc.'s request to conduct an environmental inspection and appraisal inspection on the Kidder Branch Library property at 101 Blue Hills Parkway and authorize the...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Discovery Schoolhouse, Inc.'s request to conduct an environmental inspection and appraisal inspection on the Kidder Branch Library property at 101 Blue Hills Parkway and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Board's behalf

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the Discovery Schoolhouse, Inc.'s request to conduct an environmental inspection and appraisal inspection on the Kidder Branch Library property at 101 Blue Hills Parkway 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 Discovery Schoolhouse, Inc's request to conduct an environmental inspection and appraisal inspection on the Kidder Branch Library property at 101 Blue Hills Parkway 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 8 (PDF)

Approve the one-day liquor license applications for the Milton Fruit Center for the days and times listed below

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the one-day liquor license applications for the Milton Fruit Center for the days and times listed below

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the one-day liquor license applications for the Milton Fruit Center for the days and times listed below. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call (5-0) to approve the one-day liquor licenses for the Fruit Center. Anniversary Celebration-First Saturday, May 6, 2023, 1PM-4PM Anniversary Celebration-Second Saturday, May 13, 2023, 1PM-4PM Anniversary Celebration- Third Saturday, May 20, 2023, 1PM-4PM Anniversary Celebration-Fourth Saturday, May 27, 2023, 1PM-4PM ZULLAS:YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE:YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Approve the meeting minutes for February 7, 2023 and February 13, 2023

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the meeting minutes for February 7, 2023 and February 13, 2023

From the minutes

“Mr. Wells moved to approve the meeting minutes for February 7, 2023 and February 13, 2023. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call to approve the meeting minutes. ZULLAS:YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE:YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

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

Adjourn at 9:41PM

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 9:41PM

From the minutes

“Adjourn Mr. Wells moved to adjourn at 9:41PM. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously by roll call to adjourn. ZULLAS: YES WELLS: YES BRADLEY: YES MUSTO: YES DOYLE: YES.” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (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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