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August 21, 2018
26 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton
Absent: Benjamin Franco
Every vote, in order
Enter into executive session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Roll call: Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard W. Greene, Heather Hamilton Absent: Benjamin Franco.”
Approve the minutes of August 7, 2018 as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of August 7, 2018 as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of August 7, 2018 as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $10,823.40 from the Bureau of Justice Assistance
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $10,823.40 from the Bureau of Justice Assistance.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $10,823.40 from the Bureau of Justice Assistance. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $260,000.00 from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for the Tobacco Control Program
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $260,000.00 from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for the Tobacco Control Program.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $260,000.00 from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for the Tobacco Control Program. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a contribution in the amount of $10,000.00 from 420 Harvard Associates, LLC to be used to install audible pedestrian signals at the intersection of Fuller and Harvard Streets
On motion it was, Voted to accept a contribution in the amount of $10,000.00 from 420 Harvard Associates, LLC to be used to install audible pedestrian signals at the intersection of Fuller and Harvard Streets.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a contribution in the amount of $10,000.00 from 420 Harvard Associates, LLC to be used to install audible pedestrian signals at the intersection of Fuller and Harvard Streets. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute a Chapter 90 Project Request and a Chapter 90 Environmental Punch List with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation in connection with the Rectangular Rapid Flash...
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a Chapter 90 Project Request and a Chapter 90 Environmental Punch List with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation in connection with the Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons on Beacon St at Winthrop Rd (PW/19-03) contract.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a Chapter 90 Project Request and a Chapter 90 Environmental Punch List with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation in connection with the Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons on Beacon St at Winthrop Rd (PW/19-03) contract. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $50,000.00 from the Massachusetts Historical Commission for improvements to the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse and authorizing the Town Administrator to sign the...
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $50,000.00 from the Massachusetts Historical Commission for improvements to the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse and authorizing the Town Administrator to sign the grant contract and associated documents.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $50,000.00 from the Massachusetts Historical Commission for improvements to the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse and authorizing the Town Administrator to sign the grant contract and associated documents. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute a contract with American Refrigeration Company, LLC in the amount of $411,400.00 for improvements to the Jack Kirrane Skating Rink at Larz Anderson Park
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract with American Refrigeration Company, LLC in the amount of $411,400.00 for improvements to the Jack Kirrane Skating Rink at Larz Anderson Park.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract with American Refrigeration Company, LLC in the amount of $411,400.00 for improvements to the Jack Kirrane Skating Rink at Larz Anderson Park. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute a contract with Caldwell & Associates, LLC in the amount of $132,000.00 in connection with the Singletree Storage Tank Painting Project
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract with Caldwell & Associates, LLC in the amount of $132,000.00 in connection with the Singletree Storage Tank Painting Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract with Caldwell & Associates, LLC in the amount of $132,000.00 in connection with the Singletree Storage Tank Painting Project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve Change Order #25, an increase in the amount of $109,174.16, 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 #25, an increase in the amount of $109,174.16, 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 #25, an increase in the amount of $109,174.16, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner School. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
On motion it was, To approve and authorize the Chair to execute the following FY2019 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Sub-recipient Agreements: Brookline Council on Aging Brookline Elder...
On motion it was, Voted On motion it was, To approve and authorize the Chair to execute the following FY2019 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Sub-recipient Agreements: Brookline Council on Aging Brookline Elder Taxi System $45,000.00 Brookline Community Mental Health Center BCMHC Adolescent Outreach $42,750.00 Comprehensive Services for Children and Families $36,700.00 Steps to Success Inc. Work Connections/Youth Training Program $57,090.00 Brookline Housing Authority Security Cameras, Playgrounds, and Capital Projects $79,921.00 Brookline ESOL Program $10,000.00 Next Steps Program $10,000.00 Public Schools of Brookline Parent Child Home Program $1,400.00
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted On motion it was, To approve and authorize the Chair to execute the following FY2019 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Sub-recipient Agreements: Brookline Council on Aging Brookline Elder Taxi System $45,000.00 Brookline Community Mental Health Center BCMHC Adolescent Outreach $42,750.00 Comprehensive Services for Children and Families $36,700.00 Steps to Success Inc. Work Connections/Youth Training Program $57,090.00 Brookline Housing Authority Security Cameras, Playgrounds, and Capital Projects $79,921.00 Brookline ESOL Program $10,000.00 Next Steps Program $10,000.00 Public Schools of Brookline Parent Child Home Program $1,400.00 Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant three (3) Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Sales Licenses to The Hellenic Association of Boston for their annual Cathedral Greek Festival to be held on Friday, September 14, 2018 from...
On motion it was, Voted to grant three (3) Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Sales Licenses to The Hellenic Association of Boston for their annual Cathedral Greek Festival to be held on Friday, September 14, 2018 from Noon-11:00pm, Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 11:00am-11:00pm and Sunday, September 16, 2018 from Noon to 8:00pm at 162 Goddard Avenue.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant three (3) Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Sales Licenses to The Hellenic Association of Boston for their annual Cathedral Greek Festival to be held on Friday, September 14, 2018 from Noon-11:00pm, Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 11:00am-11:00pm and Sunday, September 16, 2018 from Noon to 8:00pm at 162 Goddard Avenue. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant three (3) Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages Sales Licenses to Pine Manor College at 400 Heath Street as follows: (1.) For a Wedding to be held on Sunday, September 9, 2018 from 2:00pm-7:30pm....
On motion it was, Voted to grant three (3) Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages Sales Licenses to Pine Manor College at 400 Heath Street as follows: (1.) For a Wedding to be held on Sunday, September 9, 2018 from 2:00pm-7:30pm. (2.) For a Wedding Rehearsal Dinner to be held on Friday, September 21, 2018 from 6:00pm10:00pm. (3.) For a Wedding to be held on Saturday, October 6, 2018 from 5:30pm-10:30pm.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant three (3) Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages Sales Licenses to Pine Manor College at 400 Heath Street as follows: (1.) For a Wedding to be held on Sunday, September 9, 2018 from 2:00pm-7:30pm. (2.) For a Wedding Rehearsal Dinner to be held on Friday, September 21, 2018 from 6:00pm10:00pm. (3.) For a Wedding to be held on Saturday, October 6, 2018 from 5:30pm-10:30pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant three (3) Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College at 400 Heath Street as follows: (1.) For a Wedding to be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from...
On motion it was, Voted to grant three (3) Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College at 400 Heath Street as follows: (1.) For a Wedding to be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 5:00pm- 10:00pm at 400 Heath Street. (2.) For a Wedding to be held on Sunday, October 7, 2018 from 12:00pm-5:00pm. (3.) For a Bat Mitzvah to be held on Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 1:00pm5:00pm.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant three (3) Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College at 400 Heath Street as follows: (1.) For a Wedding to be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 5:00pm- 10:00pm at 400 Heath Street. (2.) For a Wedding to be held on Sunday, October 7, 2018 from 12:00pm-5:00pm. (3.) For a Bat Mitzvah to be held on Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 1:00pm5:00pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of the Economic Development-Long Term Planner vacancy in the Planning and Community Development Department
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Economic Development-Long Term Planner vacancy in the Planning and Community Development Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Economic Development-Long Term Planner vacancy in the Planning and Community Development Department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of the Tobacco & Alcohol Program Coordinator vacancy in the Health Department
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Tobacco & Alcohol Program Coordinator vacancy in the Health Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Tobacco & Alcohol Program Coordinator vacancy in the Health Department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of the Assistant Treasurer vacancy in the Treasury Division of the Finance Department
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Assistant Treasurer vacancy in the Treasury Division of the Finance Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Assistant Treasurer vacancy in the Treasury Division of the Finance Department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of the Assistant to the Town Administrator vacancy in the Select Board's Office
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Assistant to the Town Administrator vacancy in the Select Board's Office.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the Assistant to the Town Administrator vacancy in the Select Board's Office. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant the application of Northsiders, LLC, d/b/a Sunset Cantina, William McCarthy, Manager, for a Transfer of License from Sunset Partners, Inc., d/b/a Sunset Cantina, holder of a license to...
Voted to grant the application of Northsiders, LLC, d/b/a Sunset Cantina, William McCarthy, Manager, for a Transfer of License from Sunset Partners, Inc., d/b/a Sunset Cantina, holder of a license to Expose, Keep for Sale and To Sell All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages to Be Drunk on the Premises as a Seven Day Common Victualler at 916 Commonwealth Avenue. Proposed Hours of Operation are SunSat 11am-2am; Alcohol Service Hours will be the same. Current Hours of Operation are Sun-Weds 11am-1am and Thurs-Sat 11am-2am; Alcohol Service Hours are the same.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to grant the application of Northsiders, LLC, d/b/a Sunset Cantina, William McCarthy, Manager, for a Transfer of License from Sunset Partners, Inc., d/b/a Sunset Cantina, holder of a license to Expose, Keep for Sale and To Sell All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages to Be Drunk on the Premises as a Seven Day Common Victualler at 916 Commonwealth Avenue. Proposed Hours of Operation are SunSat 11am-2am; Alcohol Service Hours will be the same. Current Hours of Operation are Sun-Weds 11am-1am and Thurs-Sat 11am-2am; Alcohol Service Hours are the same. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of Northsiders, LLC, d/b/a Sunset Cantina, William McCarthy, Manager, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio, Taped Music and Television) License at 916...
Voted to approve the application of Northsiders, LLC, d/b/a Sunset Cantina, William McCarthy, Manager, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio, Taped Music and Television) License at 916 Commonwealth Avenue. Proposed seating capacity is 199 inside; 17 outside. Proposed Hours of Operation are Sunday-Saturday 11:00am-2:00am. This location is currently occupied by Sunset Partners, Inc., d/b/a Sunset Cantina. Current seating capacity is 239 inside, 45 outside. Current Operating Hours are Sun-Weds 11am-1am and Thurs-Sat 11am2am.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application of Northsiders, LLC, d/b/a Sunset Cantina, William McCarthy, Manager, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio, Taped Music and Television) License at 916 Commonwealth Avenue. Proposed seating capacity is 199 inside; 17 outside. Proposed Hours of Operation are Sunday-Saturday 11:00am-2:00am. This location is currently occupied by Sunset Partners, Inc., d/b/a Sunset Cantina. Current seating capacity is 239 inside, 45 outside. Current Operating Hours are Sun-Weds 11am-1am and Thurs-Sat 11am2am. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard W. Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the applications of Northsiders, LLC d/b/a Sunset Cantina, William McCarthy, Manager, at 916 Commonwealth Avenue, for the following Alternate Managers: John Shalpak and Jason Gilligan
Voted to approve the applications of Northsiders, LLC d/b/a Sunset Cantina, William McCarthy, Manager, at 916 Commonwealth Avenue, for the following Alternate Managers: John Shalpak and Jason Gilligan.
From the minutes
“3. Voted to approve the applications of Northsiders, LLC d/b/a Sunset Cantina, William McCarthy, Manager, at 916 Commonwealth Avenue, for the following Alternate Managers: John Shalpak and Jason Gilligan. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of Juliellen, LLC, d/b/a Kupel's Bakery, holder of a Food Vendor's License, for a Change in Hours of Operation of Monday-Sunday 6:00am6:00pm
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Juliellen, LLC, d/b/a Kupel's Bakery, holder of a Food Vendor's License, for a Change in Hours of Operation of Monday-Sunday 6:00am6:00pm. Current Hours of Operation are Sunday-Friday 6:00am-6:00pm.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Juliellen, LLC, d/b/a Kupel's Bakery, holder of a Food Vendor's License, for a Change in Hours of Operation of Monday-Sunday 6:00am6:00pm. Current Hours of Operation are Sunday-Friday 6:00am-6:00pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Appoint Rob Heist to the Taxation Aid committee
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Rob Heist to the Taxation Aid committee.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Rob Heist to the Taxation Aid committee. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the submittal of a warrant article releasing $1.5 million for schematic design for a school project
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the submittal of a warrant article releasing $1.5 million for schematic design for a school project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the submittal of a warrant article releasing $1.5 million for schematic design for a school project. Voted to authorize the filing of a warrant article necessary for the acquisition of property at 440 Boylston Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filing of a warrant article necessary for the acquisition of property at 440 Boylston Street
Voted to authorize the filing of a warrant article necessary for the acquisition of property at 440 Boylston Street.
From the minutes
“Voted to authorize the filing of a warrant article necessary for the acquisition of property at 440 Boylston Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Question of making an appointment to the Housing Advisory Board
Question of making an appointment to the Housing Advisory Board.
From the minutes
“Question of making an appointment to the Housing Advisory Board. On motion it was, Vote to appoint Jonathan Klein to the Housing Advisory Board for a term ending August 31, 2021. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard W. Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
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