MassVoter.com← Milton Select BoardMilton Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
March 25, 2025
14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Richard G. Wells, Jr., Roxanne Musto, John C. Keohane, Erin G. Bradley
Absent: Benjamin D. Zoll
Every vote, in order
Remove $700,000 from the Special Stabilization Fund and transfer it to a FY2025 reserve fund for Milton Public's schools
To remove $700,000 from the Special Stabilization Fund and transfer it to a FY2025 reserve fund for Milton Public's schools
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to remove $700,000 from the Special Stabilization Fund and transfer it to a FY2025 reserve fund for Milton Public's schools. The motion was seconded by Ms. Bradley. Before the Board voted, Mr. Milano explained how the Town was planning to use free cash to build the FY2026 budget should the override fail. $1 million loss in free cash will have a substantial impact on both MPS and the Town. He suggested that the Town continue to build the no override budget without the $1million and prepare to make difficult decisions. Following Mr. Milano's comments, the Board voted unanimously (4-0) to remove $700,000 from the Special Stabilization Fund and transfer it to a FY2025 reserve fund for Milton Public's schools..” (Motion: Wells, second: Bradley)
Appoint Mr. Zoll as the Select Board's Liaison for the Equity and Justice for All Advisory Committee
To appoint Mr. Zoll as the Select Board's Liaison for the Equity and Justice for All Advisory Committee
From the minutes
“Following a brief discussion, Ms. Bradley moved to appoint Mr. Zoll as the Select Board's Liaison for the Equity and Justice for All Advisory Committee. The motion was seconded. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to appoint Mr. Zoll as the Select Board's Liaison for the Equity and Justice for All Advisory Committee..” (Motion: Bradley)
Approve the Annual Town Election Warrant dated April 29, 2025
To approve the Annual Town Election Warrant dated April 29, 2025
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to approve the Annual Town Election Warrant dated April 29, 2025. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to approve the Annual Town Election Warrant..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Schedule the public hearing on April 8, 2025 for the General Bylaws Amendment: Light Trespass and General Bylaws Amendment: Alcohol on Town Property
To schedule the public hearing on April 8, 2025 for the General Bylaws Amendment: Light Trespass and General Bylaws Amendment: Alcohol on Town Property
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to schedule the public hearing on April 8, 2025 for the General Bylaws Amendment: Light Trespass and General Bylaws Amendment: Alcohol on Town Property. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously to approve the public hearing schedule..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Approve June 16, 2025 for a Special Town Meeting
To approve June 16, 2025 for a Special Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Citing no major conflicts, Chair Wells moved to approve June 16, 2025 for a Special Town Meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously to approve the Special Town Meeting schedule..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Approve the Permanent Grant of Easement for Pine Gardens Development, 227 Pleasant Street, Milton
To approve the Permanent Grant of Easement for Pine Gardens Development, 227 Pleasant Street, Milton
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to approve the Permanent Grant of Easement for Pine Gardens Development, 227 Pleasant Street, Milton. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to approve the per Permanent Grant of Easement for Pine Gardens Development..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Accept this gift for the Wharf Park Project from the Friends of Milton Recreation in the amount of $6,300.00
To accept this gift for the Wharf Park Project from the Friends of Milton Recreation in the amount of $6,300.00
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to accept this gift for the Wharf Park Project from the Friends of Milton Recreation in the amount of $6,300.00. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. Mr. Milano offered a friendly amended: "and any future gifts related to this project." Chair Wells repeated the friendly amendment and accepted it. Ms. Musto seconded the amendment. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to accept the gift..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Approve the Appointment of Epstein & August, LLP as Special Counsel for Cable License Agreement Renewal services
To approve the Appointment of Epstein & August, LLP as Special Counsel for Cable License Agreement Renewal services
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to approve the Appointment of Epstein & August, LLP as Special Counsel for Cable License Agreement Renewal services. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to approve the appointment Epstein & August, LLP as Special Counsel for Cable License Agreement Renewal services..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Approve the Public Hearing for an Ascertainment of Needs for Stonepeak Cable License Renewal on April 22, 2025
To approve the Public Hearing for an Ascertainment of Needs for Stonepeak Cable License Renewal on April 22, 2025
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to approve the Public Hearing for an Ascertainment of Needs for Stonepeak Cable License Renewal on April 22, 2025. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to approve the Public Hearing for an Ascertainment of Needs for Stonepeak Cable License Renewal on approve April 22, 2025..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Approve the applications for the Use of the Town Green and Baron Hugo Gazebo for: -Deb Larson Venable - First Parish Milton Sunday, April 27, 2025 from 1pm-3pm for a Dog Show to Benefit First...
To approve the applications for the Use of the Town Green and Baron Hugo Gazebo for: -Deb Larson Venable - First Parish Milton Sunday, April 27, 2025 from 1pm-3pm for a Dog Show to Benefit First Parish -Becky Stone-Glover PTO and Milton Mosaic Sunday, June 8, 2025 from 11am-3pm Caribbean Carnival -Jennifer Raymond -Milton Pride Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 11am-5pm for the Milton Pride Celebration -Frank Wilson -United Congregational Church Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 9am-3pm for the Annual Strawberry Festival and the one-day liquor license for St. Agatha Parish located at 432 Adams St. on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 5:30PM-9PM for the Danny Gill Concert
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to approve the applications for the Use of the Town Green and Baron Hugo Gazebo for: -Deb Larson Venable - First Parish Milton Sunday, April 27, 2025 from 1pm-3pm for a Dog Show to Benefit First Parish -Becky Stone-Glover PTO and Milton Mosaic Sunday, June 8, 2025 from 11am-3pm Caribbean Carnival -Jennifer Raymond -Milton Pride Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 11am-5pm for the Milton Pride Celebration -Frank Wilson -United Congregational Church Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 9am-3pm for the Annual Strawberry Festival and the one-day liquor license for St. Agatha Parish located at 432 Adams St. on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 5:30PM-9PM for the Danny Gill Concert. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to approve the applications for use of the Town Green and One-Day Liquor license..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Accept the donations to the Milton Coalition from the Sekhar Family for $184.00 and First Parish in Milton for $200.00
To accept the donations to the Milton Coalition from the Sekhar Family for $184.00 and First Parish in Milton for $200.00
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to accept the donations to the Milton Coalition from the Sekhar Family for $184.00 and First Parish in Milton for $200.00. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to accept the donations..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Approve the meeting minutes for February 11, 2025, February 18, 2025 and February 25, 2025
To approve the meeting minutes for February 11, 2025, February 18, 2025 and February 25, 2025
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to approve the meeting minutes for February 11, 2025, February 18, 2025 and February 25, 2025. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to approve the meeting minutes for February 11, 2025, February 18, 2025 and February 25, 2025..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Approve the meeting minutes for February 24, 2025
To approve the meeting minutes for February 24, 2025
Yes: Keohane, Musto, WellsAbstained: Bradley
From the minutes
“Chair Wells moved to approve the meeting minutes for February 24, 2025. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously (3-0-1) to approve the meeting minutes for February 24, 2025. Ms. Bradley abstained..” (Motion: Wells, second: Musto)
Adjourn. 2025 Annual Town Meeting List of Warrant Articles Annual articles for inclusion: Article 1: Hear Report of Town Officers Article 2: Authorize Treasurer to Collect Taxes Article 3:...
To adjourn at 9:17PM
From the minutes
“Adjourn Chair Wells moved to adjourn at 9:17PM. The motion was seconded by Ms. Musto. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to adjourn. 2025 Annual Town Meeting List of Warrant Articles Annual articles for inclusion: Article 1: Hear Report of Town Officers Article 2: Authorize Treasurer to Collect Taxes Article 3: Authorize Treasurer to Enter into Compensating Balance Agreements Article 4: Capital Budget Appropriation Article 5: Audit Appropriation Article 6: Collective Bargaining Wage Set Aside Article 7: Employee Benefits Appropriation Article 8: Unemployment Appropriation Article 9: Chapter 61 Position Classifications and Wage Increases Article 10: Public Safety Appropriation Article 11: General Government Appropriation Article 12: Boards and Committees Appropriation Article 13: Public Works Appropriation Article 14: Water Enterprise Fund Appropriation Article 15: Sewer Enterprise Fund Appropriation Article 16: Stormwater Enterprise Fund Appropriation Article 17: Chapter 90 Appropriation Article 18: Appropriation for Water System Improvements Article 19: Appropriation for Sewer System Improvements Article 20: Appropriation for Stormwater System Improvements Article 21: Board of Health Appropriation Article 22: Library Appropriation Article 23: Cemetery Appropriation Article 24: Parks and Recreation Appropriation Article 25: Consolidated Facilities Appropriation Article 26: Schools Appropriation Article 27: Blue Hills Regional Technical School Appropriation Article 28: Interest and Maturing Debt Appropriation Article 29: Rescind Unissued Debt Authorizations Article 30: Stabilization Funds Appropriation Article XX: Establish and Appropriate Funds to a new Operating Budget Stabilization Fund Article XX: Special Education Stabilization Fund Article 31: Reserve Fund Appropriation Article 32: Authorize Revolving Fund Expenditure Limits Article 33: PEG Access Enterprise Fund Appropriation Article 34: Community Preservation Funds Appropriation Article 35: Community Preservation Committee Projects Recommendation Article 36: Authorize Select Board to Accept, Abandon or Relocate Easements Article XX: Zoning Bylaws Amendment: § 275-12.4 Site Plan Approval Article XX: Zoning Bylaws Amendment: Accessory Dwelling Units Article XX: General Bylaws Amendment: Light Trespass.” (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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