The Select Board of Millis, Massachusetts, convened on April 1, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including a proposed change to the town clerk's position, personnel plan updates, and preparations for the upcoming annual town meeting.

The meeting began with a discussion on the proposal to change the town clerk's position from an elected to an appointed role. The chair noted that the necessary language for this change had been reviewed and approved by the town council. To move forward, the board needed to vote to place this question on the ballot for the May 12, 2025, election. The proposed ballot question asks whether the town should amend its home rule charter to allow for this change. The board unanimously approved the motion to include this question on the ballot.

Following this, the board reviewed updates to the personnel plan, which included recommendations aimed at ensuring equitable compensation for town employees. Changes discussed included adjustments to salary steps, increases in longevity payments, and updates to bereavement leave policies. The board voted unanimously to approve these changes, which will be presented at the spring annual town meeting.

The board then opened the warrant for the May 5, 2025, annual town meeting, discussing various articles. Notably, they decided to eliminate two articles that were deemed unnecessary, streamlining the agenda for the meeting. The board also discussed the importance of maintaining regular meetings of the Scribe Board Committee, agreeing to meet quarterly.

In a significant update, the board reported successful negotiations of collective bargaining agreements with various town unions, including the police and firefighters. The chair expressed gratitude to all involved in the negotiations, highlighting the collaborative effort that resulted in fair contracts for employees while maintaining budgetary constraints.

The meeting concluded with a request from the Millis Lions Club to place signs around town for the upcoming Beautification Day, which was also unanimously approved. The board then moved into executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategies, concluding the public portion of the meeting.

Overall, the meeting addressed critical governance issues, including the structure of town leadership and employee compensation, while also preparing for community engagement through the upcoming town meeting.