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July 24, 2018
37 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton
Absent: None
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Enter into executive session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Roll call:
Yes: Franco, Hamilton, Heller, WishinskyThe roll call does not list Bernard Greene, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Roll call: Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the Chair to execute a contract with Brierley Associates to provide Peer Review Services to the Zoning Board of Appeals in connection with the Comprehensive Permit Application submitted...
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Chair to execute a contract with Brierley Associates to provide Peer Review Services to the Zoning Board of Appeals in connection with the Comprehensive Permit Application submitted by Chestnut Hill Realty relative to the Puddingstone at Chestnut Hill project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Chair to execute a contract with Brierley Associates to provide Peer Review Services to the Zoning Board of Appeals in connection with the Comprehensive Permit Application submitted by Chestnut Hill Realty relative to the Puddingstone at Chestnut Hill project. Voted to accept a check for $7,980.00 from Chestnut Hill Realty to pay the fee for Peer Review Services provided by Brierley Associates. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a check for $7,980.00 from Chestnut Hill Realty to pay the fee for Peer
Voted to accept a check for $7,980.00 from Chestnut Hill Realty to pay the fee for Peer
From the minutes
“Voted to accept a check for $7,980.00 from Chestnut Hill Realty to pay the fee for Peer Review Services provided by Brierley Associates. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $5,625.00 from the State's Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the FY18 Bicycle Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant Program
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $5,625.00 from the State's Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the FY18 Bicycle Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant Program.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $5,625.00 from the State's Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the FY18 Bicycle Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Grant Program. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $1,650.50 from the State's Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the FY18 Traffic and Equipment Grant Program
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $1,650.50 from the State's Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the FY18 Traffic and Equipment Grant Program.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $1,650.50 from the State's Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the FY18 Traffic and Equipment Grant Program. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $4,984.80 from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency's SHSP/CCP Grant Program
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $4,984.80 from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency's SHSP/CCP Grant Program.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $4,984.80 from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency's SHSP/CCP Grant Program. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve Change Order #24, a decrease in the amount of $142,441.49, 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 #24, a decrease in the amount of $142,441.49, 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 #24, a decrease in the amount of $142,441.49, 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 Amendment #1, an increase in the amount of $13,050,215.00, to the contract with William Rawn Associates for a continuation of Design Services through project completion in connection with...
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #1, an increase in the amount of $13,050,215.00, to the contract with William Rawn Associates for a continuation of Design Services through project completion in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion and Renovation Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #1, an increase in the amount of $13,050,215.00, to the contract with William Rawn Associates for a continuation of Design Services through project completion in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion and Renovation Project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve Amendment #1, an increase in the amount of $2,398,230.00, to the contract with Hill International for a continuation of OPM Services through project completion in connection with the...
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #1, an increase in the amount of $2,398,230.00, to the contract with Hill International for a continuation of OPM Services through project completion in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion and Renovation Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #1, an increase in the amount of $2,398,230.00, to the contract with Hill International for a continuation of OPM Services through project completion in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion and Renovation Project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute a Construction Management contract in the amount of $476,928.00 with Skanska USA Building, Inc. in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion and Renovation Project
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a Construction Management contract in the amount of $476,928.00 with Skanska USA Building, Inc. in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion and Renovation Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a Construction Management contract in the amount of $476,928.00 with Skanska USA Building, Inc. in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion and Renovation Project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute a Designer Services contract in the amount of $50,330.00 with Russo Barr Associates, Inc. in connection with the Golf Course Club House Roof Project and the Fire Station No. 7...
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a Designer Services contract in the amount of $50,330.00 with Russo Barr Associates, Inc. in connection with the Golf Course Club House Roof Project and the Fire Station No. 7 Repointing Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a Designer Services contract in the amount of $50,330.00 with Russo Barr Associates, Inc. in connection with the Golf Course Club House Roof Project and the Fire Station No. 7 Repointing Project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Appoint Karen Breslawski, George Cole, Nathan Peck, David Pollak, Helen Charlupski, Susan Wolf Ditkoff and heather Hamilton to serve on a Committee of Seven as required under Article 3.7 of the...
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Karen Breslawski, George Cole, Nathan Peck, David Pollak, Helen Charlupski, Susan Wolf Ditkoff and heather Hamilton to serve on a Committee of Seven as required under Article 3.7 of the Town By-Laws in regards to the Driscoll School Expansion project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Karen Breslawski, George Cole, Nathan Peck, David Pollak, Helen Charlupski, Susan Wolf Ditkoff and heather Hamilton to serve on a Committee of Seven as required under Article 3.7 of the Town By-Laws in regards to the Driscoll School Expansion project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute a contract with Klopfer Martin Design Group (KMDG) in the amount of $140,000.00 for Landscape Architectural and Structural Engineering Services in connection with the renovation...
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with Klopfer Martin Design Group (KMDG) in the amount of $140,000.00 for Landscape Architectural and Structural Engineering Services in connection with the renovation and reconstruction of the Larz Anderson Park Tempietto, Causeway and Bridge and associated landscape improvements project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with Klopfer Martin Design Group (KMDG) in the amount of $140,000.00 for Landscape Architectural and Structural Engineering Services in connection with the renovation and reconstruction of the Larz Anderson Park Tempietto, Causeway and Bridge and associated landscape improvements project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve Extra Work Order #1, an increase in the amount of $36,175.00, for work done by Ronald A. Marini Corp., in conjunction with Contract No. PW/17-12, Emerson Garden Landscape Improvements
On motion it was, Voted to approve Extra Work Order #1, an increase in the amount of $36,175.00, for work done by Ronald A. Marini Corp., in conjunction with Contract No. PW/17-12, Emerson Garden Landscape Improvements.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Extra Work Order #1, an increase in the amount of $36,175.00, for work done by Ronald A. Marini Corp., in conjunction with Contract No. PW/17-12, Emerson Garden Landscape Improvements. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute Contract No. PW/18-25, Reconstruction of Babcock Street, in the amount of $2,365,198.60 with MDR Construction Corporation
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute Contract No. PW/18-25, Reconstruction of Babcock Street, in the amount of $2,365,198.60 with MDR Construction Corporation.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute Contract No. PW/18-25, Reconstruction of Babcock Street, in the amount of $2,365,198.60 with MDR Construction Corporation. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute Contract No. PW/19-02, Traffic Signal Improvements at Walnut St. at Kennard Rd. and Chestnut St., in the amount of $71,205.00
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute Contract No. PW/19-02, Traffic Signal Improvements at Walnut St. at Kennard Rd. and Chestnut St., in the amount of $71,205.00.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute Contract No. PW/19-02, Traffic Signal Improvements at Walnut St. at Kennard Rd. and Chestnut St., in the amount of $71,205.00. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute a contract with Tighe & Bond, Inc. in the amount of $126,900.00 for professional engineering services in connection with the Singletree Storage Tank Painting Project
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with Tighe & Bond, Inc. in the amount of $126,900.00 for professional engineering services in connection with the Singletree Storage Tank Painting Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with Tighe & Bond, Inc. in the amount of $126,900.00 for professional engineering services in connection with the Singletree Storage Tank Painting Project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute a contract with Tighe & Bond, Inc. in the amount of $61,700.00 for professional engineering services in connection with the Singletree Gatehouse Improvements Project
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with Tighe & Bond, Inc. in the amount of $61,700.00 for professional engineering services in connection with the Singletree Gatehouse Improvements Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with Tighe & Bond, Inc. in the amount of $61,700.00 for professional engineering services in connection with the Singletree Gatehouse Improvements Project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and authorize the Chair to execute a contract extension for the Brookline Housing Authority's FY 2018 BHA Resident Security, Playgrounds and Capital Projects
On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute a contract extension for the Brookline Housing Authority's FY 2018 BHA Resident Security, Playgrounds and Capital Projects.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute a contract extension for the Brookline Housing Authority's FY 2018 BHA Resident Security, Playgrounds and Capital Projects. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant two (2) Temporary All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages (Non-Sales) Licenses to Larz Anderson Auto Museum at 15 Newton Street as follows: (1) For a Corporate Summer Party to be held on Saturday,...
On motion it was, Voted to grant two (2) Temporary All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages (Non-Sales) Licenses to Larz Anderson Auto Museum at 15 Newton Street as follows: (1) For a Corporate Summer Party to be held on Saturday, July 28, 2018 from 11:30am-4:30pm. (2) For a Museum Reception to be held on Thursday, August 2, 2018 from 4:30pm-9:30pm.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant two (2) Temporary All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages (Non-Sales) Licenses to Larz Anderson Auto Museum at 15 Newton Street as follows: (1) For a Corporate Summer Party to be held on Saturday, July 28, 2018 from 11:30am-4:30pm. (2) For a Museum Reception to be held on Thursday, August 2, 2018 from 4:30pm-9:30pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant three (3) Temporary All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages (Sales) Licenses to The Hellenic Association of Boston at 162 Goddard Avenue as follows: (1) For a Wedding Reception to be held on...
On motion it was, Voted to grant three (3) Temporary All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages (Sales) Licenses to The Hellenic Association of Boston at 162 Goddard Avenue as follows: (1) For a Wedding Reception to be held on Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 7:00pm-1:00am. (2) For a Wedding Reception to be held on Thursday, August 9, 2018 from 7:00pm- 1:00am. (3) For a Quinceanera to be held on Saturday, August 25, 2018 from 6:00pm-1:00am.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant three (3) Temporary All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages (Sales) Licenses to The Hellenic Association of Boston at 162 Goddard Avenue as follows: (1) For a Wedding Reception to be held on Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 7:00pm-1:00am. (2) For a Wedding Reception to be held on Thursday, August 9, 2018 from 7:00pm- 1:00am. (3) For a Quinceanera to be held on Saturday, August 25, 2018 from 6:00pm-1:00am. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of Curriculum Coordinator (GN-05) vacancy in the Recreation Department
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of Curriculum Coordinator (GN-05) vacancy in the Recreation Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of Curriculum Coordinator (GN-05) vacancy in the Recreation Department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of the Assistant Town Administrator (T-10) vacancy in the Select Board's Office
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Assistant Town Administrator (T-10) vacancy in the Select Board's Office.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Assistant Town Administrator (T-10) vacancy in the Select Board's Office. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the temporary location change for Precinct 2 to Young Israel of Brookline at 62 Green Street (side entrance)
On motion it was, Voted to approve the temporary location change for Precinct 2 to Young Israel of Brookline at 62 Green Street (side entrance).
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the temporary location change for Precinct 2 to Young Israel of Brookline at 62 Green Street (side entrance). Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Execute the Warrant for the September 4, 2018 State Primary Election
On motion it was, Voted to execute the Warrant for the September 4, 2018 State Primary Election.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to execute the Warrant for the September 4, 2018 State Primary Election. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the following quarterly Water and Sewer rates effective August 1, 2018: Water Rate: $1.95 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all use up to 7 hcf $5.65 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all...
VOTED: (1) To approve the following quarterly Water and Sewer rates effective August 1, 2018: Water Rate: $1.95 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all use up to 7 hcf $5.65 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all use greater than 7 hcf Sewer Rate: $4.30 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all use up to 7 hcf $8.70 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all use greater than 7 hcf (2) To approve the quarterly Base Charge based on meter size according to the following schedule effective August 1, 2018: Meter Size (in inches) 0.625 0.75 1.5 Quarterly Water Base Charge $30 $35 $45 $65 $85 $125 $165 Quarterly Sewer Base Charge $30 $35 $45 $65 $85 $125 $165 (3) To approve the quarterly Base Charge for Irrigation meters at $10 effective August 1, 2018. (4) To approve the quarterly Irrigation rate at $5.80 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) effective August 1, 2018. (5) To approve the annual Fire Service Charge at $20 per inch-diameter squared of fire service pipe size effective August 1, 2018. (6) To adopt an Elderly Exemption in an amount equivalent to 20% of the water and sewer bills for eligible ratepayers, with eligibility for said program determined by eligibility for Property Tax Exemptions allowable under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 5, Clauses 17D and 41C. (7) The above votes are set under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40, Section 22F.
From the minutes
“VOTED: (1) To approve the following quarterly Water and Sewer rates effective August 1, 2018: Water Rate: $1.95 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all use up to 7 hcf $5.65 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all use greater than 7 hcf Sewer Rate: $4.30 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all use up to 7 hcf $8.70 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) for all use greater than 7 hcf (2) To approve the quarterly Base Charge based on meter size according to the following schedule effective August 1, 2018: Meter Size (in inches) 0.625 0.75 1.5 Quarterly Water Base Charge $30 $35 $45 $65 $85 $125 $165 Quarterly Sewer Base Charge $30 $35 $45 $65 $85 $125 $165 (3) To approve the quarterly Base Charge for Irrigation meters at $10 effective August 1, 2018. (4) To approve the quarterly Irrigation rate at $5.80 per hundred cubic feet (hcf) effective August 1, 2018. (5) To approve the annual Fire Service Charge at $20 per inch-diameter squared of fire service pipe size effective August 1, 2018. (6) To adopt an Elderly Exemption in an amount equivalent to 20% of the water and sewer bills for eligible ratepayers, with eligibility for said program determined by eligibility for Property Tax Exemptions allowable under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 5, Clauses 17D and 41C. (7) The above votes are set under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40, Section 22F. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute an Order of Taking for temporary and permanent easements, shown on plans entitled "Easement Plan in Brookline, Massachusetts," dated July 16, 2018, prepared by Vanasse Hangen...
Voted to approve and execute an Order of Taking for temporary and permanent easements, shown on plans entitled "Easement Plan in Brookline, Massachusetts," dated July 16, 2018, prepared by Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) to secure the right of way for construction of the Gateway East project: Permanent easements in, on, over, under and along the parcels of land shown on the Plan as "E-1," "E-2," "E-4," "E-6," "E-9" and "E-10" (collectively, the "Permanent Roadway Easement Premises") Temporary construction easements in, on, over, under and along the parcels of land shown on the Plan as "TE-1," "TE-2," "TE-3," "TE-4," "TE-5," "TE-7," "TE-8," "TE-11," "TE12," "TE-13" and "TE-14" (collectively, the "Temporary Construction Easement Premises")
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve and execute an Order of Taking for temporary and permanent easements, shown on plans entitled "Easement Plan in Brookline, Massachusetts," dated July 16, 2018, prepared by Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) to secure the right of way for construction of the Gateway East project: Permanent easements in, on, over, under and along the parcels of land shown on the Plan as "E-1," "E-2," "E-4," "E-6," "E-9" and "E-10" (collectively, the "Permanent Roadway Easement Premises") Temporary construction easements in, on, over, under and along the parcels of land shown on the Plan as "TE-1," "TE-2," "TE-3," "TE-4," "TE-5," "TE-7," "TE-8," "TE-11," "TE12," "TE-13" and "TE-14" (collectively, the "Temporary Construction Easement Premises") Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute legal agreements between the Town of Brookline and the following affected property owners related to the construction of the Gateway East project: (1.) Brookline Housing...
Voted to approve and execute legal agreements between the Town of Brookline and the following affected property owners related to the construction of the Gateway East project: (1.) Brookline Housing Authority: Easement Agreement - Roadway Easement Agreement - Parking Memorandum of Agreement Right of Entry Agreement (2.) CLPF-10 Brookline Place, LLC: - Memorandum of Agreement (3.) Kenwood Investments, LLC: - Legal Agreement (4.) Claremont Brookline Avenue, LLC: - Legal Agreement
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve and execute legal agreements between the Town of Brookline and the following affected property owners related to the construction of the Gateway East project: (1.) Brookline Housing Authority: Easement Agreement - Roadway Easement Agreement - Parking Memorandum of Agreement Right of Entry Agreement (2.) CLPF-10 Brookline Place, LLC: - Memorandum of Agreement (3.) Kenwood Investments, LLC: - Legal Agreement (4.) Claremont Brookline Avenue, LLC: - Legal Agreement Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Dedicate the following properties, for the purposes specified thereafter, in connection with the Gateway East Project, as shown on the plans entitled "Easement Plan in Brookline Massachusetts,"...
Voted dedicate the following properties, for the purposes specified thereafter, in connection with the Gateway East Project, as shown on the plans entitled "Easement Plan in Brookline Massachusetts," dated July 16, 2018, prepared by VHB, Inc., as follows: (1.) Permanent Easement - E-4 (152± S.F.) for Sidewalk purposes (2.) Temporary Easement - TE-4 (1,060± S.F.) for Sidewalk Reconstruction purposes (3.) Temporary Easement - TE-5 (2,761± S.F.) for Sidewalk Reconstruction purposes
From the minutes
“3. Voted dedicate the following properties, for the purposes specified thereafter, in connection with the Gateway East Project, as shown on the plans entitled "Easement Plan in Brookline Massachusetts," dated July 16, 2018, prepared by VHB, Inc., as follows: (1.) Permanent Easement - E-4 (152± S.F.) for Sidewalk purposes (2.) Temporary Easement - TE-4 (1,060± S.F.) for Sidewalk Reconstruction purposes (3.) Temporary Easement - TE-5 (2,761± S.F.) for Sidewalk Reconstruction purposes Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute an agreement to abandon an easement containing 926 square feet, more or less, and release all rights to and interests in said easement to CLPF-10 Brookline Place, LLC, pursuant...
Voted to approve and execute an agreement to abandon an easement containing 926 square feet, more or less, and release all rights to and interests in said easement to CLPF-10 Brookline Place, LLC, pursuant to the vote taken under Article 10 of the 2018 Annual Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“4. Voted to approve and execute an agreement to abandon an easement containing 926 square feet, more or less, and release all rights to and interests in said easement to CLPF-10 Brookline Place, LLC, pursuant to the vote taken under Article 10 of the 2018 Annual Town Meeting. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the use of $56,035.00 in Town funds for design and engineering costs needed for the completion of 100% Plans, Specifications and Estimates for the Gateway East project: 4918K051 6C0011...
Voted to authorize the use of $56,035.00 in Town funds for design and engineering costs needed for the completion of 100% Plans, Specifications and Estimates for the Gateway East project: 4918K051 6C0011 DPW CIP 1720SG02 6T0034 CDBG Revolving 1720SG43 6T0034 Gateway East Gift Acct. 1841G017 6T0034 Gateway East - FY17 CDBG $9,900.00 $11,280.00 $4,265.95 $30,589.05
From the minutes
“5. Voted to authorize the use of $56,035.00 in Town funds for design and engineering costs needed for the completion of 100% Plans, Specifications and Estimates for the Gateway East project: 4918K051 6C0011 DPW CIP 1720SG02 6T0034 CDBG Revolving 1720SG43 6T0034 Gateway East Gift Acct. 1841G017 6T0034 Gateway East - FY17 CDBG $9,900.00 $11,280.00 $4,265.95 $30,589.05 Voted to approve and execute a contract amendment and extension between the Town of Brookline and Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) engineering services in support of the Gateway East project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute a contract amendment and extension between the Town of Brookline and Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) engineering services in support of the Gateway East project
Voted to approve and execute a contract amendment and extension between the Town of Brookline and Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) engineering services in support of the Gateway East project.
From the minutes
“Voted to approve and execute a contract amendment and extension between the Town of Brookline and Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) engineering services in support of the Gateway East project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Finds that the licensee is responsible with regard to the charge of maintaining an inactive license in violation of Section A.11 of the Town of Brookline's Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Regulations
On motion it was, Voted that the Board finds that the licensee is responsible with regard to the charge of maintaining an inactive license in violation of Section A.11 of the Town of Brookline's Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Regulations.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted that the Board finds that the licensee is responsible with regard to the charge of maintaining an inactive license in violation of Section A.11 of the Town of Brookline's Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Regulations. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Refuse to renew the license if prior to the end of 2018, the Licensee has not either a) activated the License, or b) obtained Select Board approval to transfer the license to a new Brookline...
On motion it was, Voted that the Board refuse to renew the license if prior to the end of 2018, the Licensee has not either a) activated the License, or b) obtained Select Board approval to transfer the license to a new Brookline location or to a new licensee at the same Brookline location.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted that the Board refuse to renew the license if prior to the end of 2018, the Licensee has not either a) activated the License, or b) obtained Select Board approval to transfer the license to a new Brookline location or to a new licensee at the same Brookline location. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of Brookline Dining Group, LLC d/b/a Hamilton, holder of Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages as a Common Victualler License at 1366 Beacon Street, for a Change in...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Brookline Dining Group, LLC d/b/a Hamilton, holder of Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages as a Common Victualler License at 1366 Beacon Street, for a Change in Alcohol Service Hours of Mon-Fri 11am-2am and Sat-Sun 10am-2am. Current Alcohol Service Hours are Sun-Sat 11am-1am.
Yes: Greene, Hamilton, Heller, WishinskyAbstained: Franco
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Brookline Dining Group, LLC d/b/a Hamilton, holder of Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages as a Common Victualler License at 1366 Beacon Street, for a Change in Alcohol Service Hours of Mon-Fri 11am-2am and Sat-Sun 10am-2am. Current Alcohol Service Hours are Sun-Sat 11am-1am. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard W. Greene, Heather Hamilton Abstained: Benjamin Franco.”
Approve the application of Phoenix Rising Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a Best Burger Bar for a Change in Hours of Operation of Mon-Fri 6:30am-11pm, Sat 7:30am-11pm and Sun 8:30am-10pm
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Phoenix Rising Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a Best Burger Bar for a Change in Hours of Operation of Mon-Fri 6:30am-11pm, Sat 7:30am-11pm and Sun 8:30am-10pm. Current Operating Hours are Sun-Tues 11am-10pm and Wed-Sat 11am-11pm.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Phoenix Rising Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a Best Burger Bar for a Change in Hours of Operation of Mon-Fri 6:30am-11pm, Sat 7:30am-11pm and Sun 8:30am-10pm. Current Operating Hours are Sun-Tues 11am-10pm and Wed-Sat 11am-11pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Uphold the Transportation Board's finding to install a stop sign at the intersection of Claflin at Garrison Roads
On motion it was, Voted to uphold the Transportation Board's finding to install a stop sign at the intersection of Claflin at Garrison Roads.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to uphold the Transportation Board's finding to install a stop sign at the intersection of Claflin at Garrison Roads. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
From the Brookline Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s CivicClerk meetings portal. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Brookline.News (candidate profiles, 2024 and 2026) and the Michael Rubenstein for Brookline Select Board campaign website.
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