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September 13, 2018
11 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton
Absent: None
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, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approves the recommendation of the Town Administrator to appoint Andrew Lipson as Chief of Police, and hereby appoints Mr. Lipson Chief of Police effective September 14, 2018
VOTED: that the Select Board approves the recommendation of the Town Administrator to appoint Andrew Lipson as Chief of Police, and hereby appoints Mr. Lipson Chief of Police effective September 14, 2018.
From the minutes
“VOTED: that the Select Board approves the recommendation of the Town Administrator to appoint Andrew Lipson as Chief of Police, and hereby appoints Mr. Lipson Chief of Police effective September 14, 2018. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the minutes of September 6, 2018 as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of September 6, 2018 as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of September 6, 2018 as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute Contract No. PW/19-06 Fiber Reinforced Rubberized & Microsurfacing in the amount of $298,647.37 with Sealcoating, Inc
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute Contract No. PW/19-06 Fiber Reinforced Rubberized & Microsurfacing in the amount of $298,647.37 with Sealcoating, Inc.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute Contract No. PW/19-06 Fiber Reinforced Rubberized & Microsurfacing in the amount of $298,647.37 with Sealcoating, Inc. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute Contract No. PW/19-05 Mill & Overlay of Winchester Street, Reconstruction of Fire Station 5 Parking Lot, & Reconstruction of Muddy River Bike Path in the amount of $465,174.00...
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute Contract No. PW/19-05 Mill & Overlay of Winchester Street, Reconstruction of Fire Station 5 Parking Lot, & Reconstruction of Muddy River Bike Path in the amount of $465,174.00 with DeRoma Construction.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute Contract No. PW/19-05 Mill & Overlay of Winchester Street, Reconstruction of Fire Station 5 Parking Lot, & Reconstruction of Muddy River Bike Path in the amount of $465,174.00 with DeRoma Construction. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Award and execute a contract with HDR, Inc. in the amount of $73,118.00 for the purposes of developing a Parking & Transportation Demand Management policy for Town and School Employees. *with the...
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with HDR, Inc. in the amount of $73,118.00 for the purposes of developing a Parking & Transportation Demand Management policy for Town and School Employees. *with the condition that Town Counsel reviews and finds the the confidentiality aspect of the contract acceptable.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with HDR, Inc. in the amount of $73,118.00 for the purposes of developing a Parking & Transportation Demand Management policy for Town and School Employees. *with the condition that Town Counsel reviews and finds the the confidentiality aspect of the contract acceptable. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 6 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to grant and acquire, as necessary, a temporary construction easement on Town of Brookline property for...
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 6 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to grant and acquire, as necessary, a temporary construction easement on Town of Brookline property for construction activities associated with the Carlton Street Footbridge Rehabilitation Project, as substantially shown on the plan submitted herewith entitled "TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FROM THE TOWN OF BROOKLINE FOR FOOTBRIDGE REHABILITATION" prepared by Kleinfelder Engineering, revised through 8/30/2018, as may be amended, said plan on file with the Town Clerk. Further, to authorize the Select Board to enter into all agreements and take all related actions necessary or appropriate, including to expend, as needed, a sum or sums of money therefor from existing appropriation(s) for the Carlton Street Footbridge Restoration, to carry out this vote and other acts authorized herein, or act on anything relative thereto. Roll call:
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 6 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to grant and acquire, as necessary, a temporary construction easement on Town of Brookline property for construction activities associated with the Carlton Street Footbridge Rehabilitation Project, as substantially shown on the plan submitted herewith entitled "TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FROM THE TOWN OF BROOKLINE FOR FOOTBRIDGE REHABILITATION" prepared by Kleinfelder Engineering, revised through 8/30/2018, as may be amended, said plan on file with the Town Clerk. Further, to authorize the Select Board to enter into all agreements and take all related actions necessary or appropriate, including to expend, as needed, a sum or sums of money therefor from existing appropriation(s) for the Carlton Street Footbridge Restoration, to carry out this vote and other acts authorized herein, or act on anything relative thereto. Roll call: Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 7 To see if the Town will vote to acquire by gift, purchase, eminent domain or otherwise, on such terms and conditions as the Select Board shall deem to be in the best...
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 7 To see if the Town will vote to acquire by gift, purchase, eminent domain or otherwise, on such terms and conditions as the Select Board shall deem to be in the best interests of the Town, a temporary easement on the parcel of land shown on plan entitled "TEMPORARY
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 7 To see if the Town will vote to acquire by gift, purchase, eminent domain or otherwise, on such terms and conditions as the Select Board shall deem to be in the best interests of the Town, a temporary easement on the parcel of land shown on plan entitled "TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FROM SHIRLEY BROWN TRUST FOR FOOTBRIDGE REHABILITATION" prepared by Kleinfelder Engineering, revised through 8/30/2018, as may be amended, said plan on file with the Town Clerk, for public way and park improvement purposes, including, but not limited to the construction, alteration, maintenance, improvement, repair and/or replacement of pedestrians bridges, roads, sidewalks, driveways, pathways and landscaping; and, further, to authorize the Select Board to enter into all agreements and take all related actions necessary or appropriate, including to expend, if needed, a sum or sums of money therefor from existing appropriation(s) for the Carlton Street Footbridge Restoration, to carry out this vote and other acts authorized herein, or act on anything relative thereto. Roll call: Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 8 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to acquire, if necessary, a temporary construction easement from the Massachusetts Department of...
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 8 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to acquire, if necessary, a temporary construction easement from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, Rail and Transit Division, under which the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) operates, to conduct construction activities associated with the Carlton Street Footbridge Rehabilitation Project, as substantially shown on the plan submitted herewith entitled "TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FROM THE MBTA FOR FOOTBRIDGE REHABILITATION" prepared by Kleinfelder Engineering, revised through 8/30/2018, as may be amended, said plan on file with the Town Clerk. Further, to authorize the Select Board to enter into all agreements and take all related actions necessary or appropriate, including to expend, as needed, a sum or sums of money therefor from existing appropriation(s) for the Carlton Street Footbridge Restoration, to carry out this vote and other acts authorized herein, or act on anything relative thereto. Roll call:
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 8 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to acquire, if necessary, a temporary construction easement from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, Rail and Transit Division, under which the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) operates, to conduct construction activities associated with the Carlton Street Footbridge Rehabilitation Project, as substantially shown on the plan submitted herewith entitled "TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FROM THE MBTA FOR FOOTBRIDGE REHABILITATION" prepared by Kleinfelder Engineering, revised through 8/30/2018, as may be amended, said plan on file with the Town Clerk. Further, to authorize the Select Board to enter into all agreements and take all related actions necessary or appropriate, including to expend, as needed, a sum or sums of money therefor from existing appropriation(s) for the Carlton Street Footbridge Restoration, to carry out this vote and other acts authorized herein, or act on anything relative thereto. Roll call: Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 9 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to acquire, as necessary, a temporary construction easement from the City of Boston, Parks and Recreation...
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 9 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to acquire, as necessary, a temporary construction easement from the City of Boston, Parks and Recreation Department, on City property comprising a part of Riverway Park, for construction activities associated with the Carlton Street Footbridge Rehabilitation Project, as substantially shown on the plan submitted herewith entitled "TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FROM THE CITY OF BOSTON FOR FOOTBRIDGE REHABILITATION" prepared by Kleinfelder Engineering, revised through 8/30/2018, as may be amended, said plan on file with the Town Clerk. Further, to authorize the Select Board to enter into all agreements and take all related actions necessary or appropriate, including to expend, as needed, a sum or sums of money therefor from existing appropriation(s) for the Carlton Street Footbridge Restoration, to carry out this vote and other acts authorized herein, or act on anything relative thereto. Roll call:
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 9 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board to acquire, as necessary, a temporary construction easement from the City of Boston, Parks and Recreation Department, on City property comprising a part of Riverway Park, for construction activities associated with the Carlton Street Footbridge Rehabilitation Project, as substantially shown on the plan submitted herewith entitled "TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FROM THE CITY OF BOSTON FOR FOOTBRIDGE REHABILITATION" prepared by Kleinfelder Engineering, revised through 8/30/2018, as may be amended, said plan on file with the Town Clerk. Further, to authorize the Select Board to enter into all agreements and take all related actions necessary or appropriate, including to expend, as needed, a sum or sums of money therefor from existing appropriation(s) for the Carlton Street Footbridge Restoration, to carry out this vote and other acts authorized herein, or act on anything relative thereto. Roll call: Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of AHVM, Inc., d/b/a Kamiza Sushi, Vivian Ma, President, for a Food Vendor License at 696 Washington Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of AHVM, Inc., d/b/a Kamiza Sushi, Vivian Ma, President, for a Food Vendor License at 696 Washington Street. Proposed Hours of Operation are Sunday-Thursday 4:00pm-11:00pm and Friday-Saturday 4:00pm-1:00am. This location is currently occupied by Chang Qing, Inc., d/b/a as Kamiza Japanese Cuisine. Current Hours of Operation are Monday-Thursday 4:00pm-1:00am, Friday-Saturday 4:00pm-2:00am and Sunday 4:00pm-1:00am. * Condition upon approval from the fire department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of AHVM, Inc., d/b/a Kamiza Sushi, Vivian Ma, President, for a Food Vendor License at 696 Washington Street. Proposed Hours of Operation are Sunday-Thursday 4:00pm-11:00pm and Friday-Saturday 4:00pm-1:00am. This location is currently occupied by Chang Qing, Inc., d/b/a as Kamiza Japanese Cuisine. Current Hours of Operation are Monday-Thursday 4:00pm-1:00am, Friday-Saturday 4:00pm-2:00am and Sunday 4:00pm-1:00am. * Condition upon approval from the fire department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
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