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June 19, 2018
17 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Bernard Greene is listed as absent for at least one vote.
Every vote, in order
Enter into executive session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Roll Call: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton
The roll call does not list Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller and Heather Hamilton, who were on the attendance list; they are not shown as voting. Bernard Greene is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Roll Call: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton Absent for roll call: Bernard Greene.”
Approve the minutes of June 12, 2018 as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of June 12, 2018 as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of June 12, 2018 as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve Extra Work Order #2 in the amount of $202,000.00 in connection with Contract No. PW/16-01 with Casella Waste Management of Massachusetts, Inc
On motion it was, Voted to approve Extra Work Order #2 in the amount of $202,000.00 in connection with Contract No. PW/16-01 with Casella Waste Management of Massachusetts, Inc.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Extra Work Order #2 in the amount of $202,000.00 in connection with Contract No. PW/16-01 with Casella Waste Management of Massachusetts, Inc. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve Change Order #23, an increase in the amount of $172,732.91, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner School
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #23, an increase in the amount of $172,732.91, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner School.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #23, an increase in the amount of $172,732.91, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner School. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the submission of a grant application to the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs for the Brookline Reservoir Dam and Gatehouse
On motion it was, Voted to approve the submission of a grant application to the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs for the Brookline Reservoir Dam and Gatehouse.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the submission of a grant application to the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs for the Brookline Reservoir Dam and Gatehouse. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of the Parking Control Officer vacancy (ST-01) in the Traffic Division of the Police Department
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Parking Control Officer vacancy (ST-01) in the Traffic Division of the Police Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Parking Control Officer vacancy (ST-01) in the Traffic Division of the Police Department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Amend the Zoning Board of Appeals "Exhibit D" fee schedule
On motion it was, Voted to amend the Zoning Board of Appeals "Exhibit D" fee schedule. EXHIBIT "D"
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to amend the Zoning Board of Appeals "Exhibit D" fee schedule. EXHIBIT "D" TOWN OF BROOKLINE BOARD OF APPEALS APPLICATION FILING FEE SCHEDULE BOA Rules and Regulations D s.7 and H s.4 1. Application for Residential, Commercial or Institutional project: a. Special Permit "A" $350.00, plus $50.00 per 1,000 s.f. of additional gfa* b. Variance "A" $350.00, plus $50.00 per 1,000 s.f. of additional gfa* 2. Application for Comprehensive Permit: a. Comprehensive Permit "C" $350.00, plus $50.00 per 1,000 s.f. of additional gfa* 3. Application for Wireless Telecommunication, or modification a. $1,500.00, plus additional $1,500.00 inventory fee at time of bldg. permit issuance 4. Application for Time Extension/Minor Modification, $500.00 5. Application for Appeal of Administrative Decision "B", $500.00 6. Other, anything not covered above (e.g. sign, parking, ), $500.00 7. Consultant fees may be required in accordance with Section 4 of H. Rules and Regulations for G.L. c. 40B § 21 Comprehensive Permits of the Board of Appeals Rules and Regulations. 8. Additional fees may be required in accordance with Section 4 of H. Rules and Regulations for G.L. c. 40B § 21 Comprehensive Permits of the Board of Appeals Rules and Regulations. 9. Plan Review Filing Fees for Board of Appeals Cases - see Building Department Fee Schedule. 10. A separate fee of $21.00 payable to the Brookline TAB for publication of notice shall be included with application for relief. All filing fee checks must be payable to the "Town of Brookline" Applications without the appropriate filing fee will not be accepted. At the discretion of the Board of Appeals, applicants may be asked to provide a stenographic copy of Public Hearing(s). Cost of this service shall be borne by the applicant including a copy for each member of the Board of Appeals. *Gross Floor Area (gfa) as defined in Article II section 2.07 of the Brookline Zoning By-Law (rounded to the nearest 1,000 s.f.). Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Execute an Expense Reimbursement Agreement with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) as required by the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) executed on May 29, 2018 in connection with...
On motion it was, Voted to execute an Expense Reimbursement Agreement with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) as required by the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) executed on May 29, 2018 in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to execute an Expense Reimbursement Agreement with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) as required by the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) executed on May 29, 2018 in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion Project. Voted to authorize the Town Administrator or the Project Manager to execute future agreements required by the MOA on behalf of the Town. * with the condition the Select Board be supplied with copies of such agreements that are signed by Mr. Masak and the MBTA. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the Town Administrator or the Project Manager to execute future agreements required by the MOA on behalf of the Town. * with the condition the Select Board be supplied with copies of...
Voted to authorize the Town Administrator or the Project Manager to execute future agreements required by the MOA on behalf of the Town. * with the condition the Select Board be supplied with copies of such agreements that are signed by Mr. Masak and the MBTA.
From the minutes
“Voted to authorize the Town Administrator or the Project Manager to execute future agreements required by the MOA on behalf of the Town. * with the condition the Select Board be supplied with copies of such agreements that are signed by Mr. Masak and the MBTA. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of New England Treatment Access, LLC (NETA), a Registered Marijuana Dispensary, at 160 Washington Street, for one (1) Alternate Manager: Harrison Rovner
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of New England Treatment Access, LLC (NETA), a Registered Marijuana Dispensary, at 160 Washington Street, for one (1) Alternate Manager: Harrison Rovner
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of New England Treatment Access, LLC (NETA), a Registered Marijuana Dispensary, at 160 Washington Street, for one (1) Alternate Manager: Harrison Rovner Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the submission of the FY 2019 (FFY 18) CDBG Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
On motion it was, Voted to approve the submission of the FY 2019 (FFY 18) CDBG Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the submission of the FY 2019 (FFY 18) CDBG Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Voted to authorize the Chair to execute the Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) and other certifications required for submission of the FY 2019 Annual Action Plan. Voted to authorize the Director of Planning and Community Development to execute required Environmental Review documents on behalf of the Town for FY 2019 CDBG-funded projects. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the Chair to execute the Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) and other certifications required for submission of the FY 2019 Annual Action Plan
Voted to authorize the Chair to execute the Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) and other certifications required for submission of the FY 2019 Annual Action Plan.
From the minutes
“Voted to authorize the Chair to execute the Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) and other certifications required for submission of the FY 2019 Annual Action Plan. Voted to authorize the Director of Planning and Community Development to execute required Environmental Review documents on behalf of the Town for FY 2019 CDBG-funded projects. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the Director of Planning and Community Development to execute required Environmental Review documents on behalf of the Town for FY 2019 CDBG-funded projects
Voted to authorize the Director of Planning and Community Development to execute required Environmental Review documents on behalf of the Town for FY 2019 CDBG-funded projects.
From the minutes
“Voted to authorize the Director of Planning and Community Development to execute required Environmental Review documents on behalf of the Town for FY 2019 CDBG-funded projects. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Add the following three (3) conditions to the Common Victualler License: 1
On motion it was, Voted to add the following three (3) conditions to the Common Victualler License: 1. Within seven (7) days (by June 26, 2018), the Licensee shall assign a Manager to be responsible for the business and operations conducted under the License. 2. The Licensee shall not permit Tze Ping Chung (a/k/a Andy Chung) to be physically present on the Licensed Premises or participate in any manner in the business or operations of the Licensee. 3. Within sixty (60) days (by August 20, 2018), the Licensee shall submit to the Select Board Office a report updating the Select Board on the ownership and management of the Licensee.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to add the following three (3) conditions to the Common Victualler License: 1. Within seven (7) days (by June 26, 2018), the Licensee shall assign a Manager to be responsible for the business and operations conducted under the License. 2. The Licensee shall not permit Tze Ping Chung (a/k/a Andy Chung) to be physically present on the Licensed Premises or participate in any manner in the business or operations of the Licensee. 3. Within sixty (60) days (by August 20, 2018), the Licensee shall submit to the Select Board Office a report updating the Select Board on the ownership and management of the Licensee. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the applications of the Trustees of Boston University, Thomas J. Gorham, Associate Director, Campus & Clinical Safety, for the keeping, storage and use of gasoline and other inflammables...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the applications of the Trustees of Boston University, Thomas J. Gorham, Associate Director, Campus & Clinical Safety, for the keeping, storage and use of gasoline and other inflammables at nine (9) separate parking garage structures on Commonwealth Avenue and Dummer Street as follows: Approximately 14,480 gallons of gasoline in the tanks of 724 automobiles. Approximately 3,620 quarts of motor oil in 724 automobiles. Approximately 724 gallons of antifreeze in 724 automobiles.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the applications of the Trustees of Boston University, Thomas J. Gorham, Associate Director, Campus & Clinical Safety, for the keeping, storage and use of gasoline and other inflammables at nine (9) separate parking garage structures on Commonwealth Avenue and Dummer Street as follows: Approximately 14,480 gallons of gasoline in the tanks of 724 automobiles. Approximately 3,620 quarts of motor oil in 724 automobiles. Approximately 724 gallons of antifreeze in 724 automobiles. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of the lodging house located at 1087 Beacon Street, David Gloth, Innkeeper/General Manager, for a Change of Lodging House Agent: Kathryn O'Leary
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of the lodging house located at 1087 Beacon Street, David Gloth, Innkeeper/General Manager, for a Change of Lodging House Agent: Kathryn O'Leary.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of the lodging house located at 1087 Beacon Street, David Gloth, Innkeeper/General Manager, for a Change of Lodging House Agent: Kathryn O'Leary. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of Olive Tree LLC, d/b/a The Brookline Pizza Spa Restaurant, Hugo Oliveira, Manager, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio and Taped Music) License at 75 Harvard...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Olive Tree LLC, d/b/a The Brookline Pizza Spa Restaurant, Hugo Oliveira, Manager, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio and Taped Music) License at 75 Harvard Street. Inside seating capacity is 8. Hours of Operation are MondayThursday 6:00am-11:00pm., Friday-Saturday, 6:00am-Midnight and Sunday 8:00am-11:00 pm. Entertainment Hours are daily from 9:00am-11:00pm. This location is currently occupied by King Pin LLC, d/b/a The Brookline Spa.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Olive Tree LLC, d/b/a The Brookline Pizza Spa Restaurant, Hugo Oliveira, Manager, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio and Taped Music) License at 75 Harvard Street. Inside seating capacity is 8. Hours of Operation are MondayThursday 6:00am-11:00pm., Friday-Saturday, 6:00am-Midnight and Sunday 8:00am-11:00 pm. Entertainment Hours are daily from 9:00am-11:00pm. This location is currently occupied by King Pin LLC, d/b/a The Brookline Spa. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
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