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September 20, 2018
21 recorded votes, 6 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.
- Heather Hamilton 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.
Yes: Franco, Heller, WishinskyBernard Greene is listed as absent for this vote. Heather Hamilton is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Roll call: Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller Absent for roll call: Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on the Advisory Committee, sub-committee's revised version of Article 21
On motion it was, Voted 4-0 favorable action on the Advisory Committee, sub-committee's revised version of Article 21. That the Town will vote to adopt the following resolution: EVERYTHING SHOULD HAVE A HOME. A RESOLUTION TO ENCOURAGE
Yes: Franco, Greene, Heller, WishinskyHeather Hamilton is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 4-0 favorable action on the Advisory Committee, sub-committee's revised version of Article 21. That the Town will vote to adopt the following resolution: EVERYTHING SHOULD HAVE A HOME. A RESOLUTION TO ENCOURAGE.”
Approve the minutes of September 13, 2018, as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of September 13, 2018, as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of September 13, 2018, as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept the Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $50,000.00 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
On motion it was, Voted to accept the Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $50,000.00 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept the Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $50,000.00 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept $72,900.00 from the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) for the 2019 Boston Marathon
On motion it was, Voted to accept $72,900.00 from the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) for the 2019 Boston Marathon.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept $72,900.00 from the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) for the 2019 Boston Marathon. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a $5,500.00 stipend from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission relating to Hebrew Senior Life's Right Care, Right Place, Right Time program
On motion it was, Voted to accept a $5,500.00 stipend from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission relating to Hebrew Senior Life's Right Care, Right Place, Right Time program.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a $5,500.00 stipend from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission relating to Hebrew Senior Life's Right Care, Right Place, Right Time program. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve Change Order #26, an increase in the amount of $320,906.80, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner...
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #26, an increase in the amount of $320,906.80, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner School fka Edward Devotion School.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #26, an increase in the amount of $320,906.80, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner School fka Edward Devotion School. Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to execute an agreement with Shawmut Woodworking and Supply, Inc. d/b/a Shawmut Design and Construction pertaining to the 6/23/15 Contract for Construction Manager at Risk Services, as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the Town Administrator to execute an agreement with Shawmut Woodworking and Supply, Inc. d/b/a Shawmut Design and Construction pertaining to the 6/23/15 Contract for Construction Manager...
Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to execute an agreement with Shawmut Woodworking and Supply, Inc. d/b/a Shawmut Design and Construction pertaining to the 6/23/15 Contract for Construction Manager at Risk Services, as amended.
From the minutes
“Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to execute an agreement with Shawmut Woodworking and Supply, Inc. d/b/a Shawmut Design and Construction pertaining to the 6/23/15 Contract for Construction Manager at Risk Services, as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve Change Order #27, an increase in the amount of $168,960.88, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner...
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #27, an increase in the amount of $168,960.88, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner School fka Edward Devotion School.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #27, an increase in the amount of $168,960.88, to the contract with Shawmut Design and Construction in connection with the Renovations and Additions to the Coolidge Corner School fka Edward Devotion School. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant a Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages Sales License to First Parish Church for a Wedding to be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 4:00pm-11:00pm at 382 Walnut Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages Sales License to First Parish Church for a Wedding to be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 4:00pm-11:00pm at 382 Walnut Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages Sales License to First Parish Church for a Wedding to be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 4:00pm-11:00pm at 382 Walnut Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant a Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Non-Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for their Corporate Cocktail Reception to be held on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 5:00pm-9:00pm at 15...
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Non-Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for their Corporate Cocktail Reception to be held on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 5:00pm-9:00pm at 15 Newton Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Non-Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for their Corporate Cocktail Reception to be held on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 5:00pm-9:00pm at 15 Newton Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of the following five (5) vacancies in the Police Department: Emergency Telecommunications Dispatchers (2 vacancies) Deputy Superintendent Lieutenant Sergeant
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following five (5) vacancies in the Police Department: Emergency Telecommunications Dispatchers (2 vacancies) Deputy Superintendent Lieutenant Sergeant
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following five (5) vacancies in the Police Department: Emergency Telecommunications Dispatchers (2 vacancies) Deputy Superintendent Lieutenant Sergeant Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the charge presented by Board Member Greene and the following membership
On motion it was, Voted to approve the charge presented by Board Member Greene and the following membership. Formation of the Baldwin School Building Committee There shall be established a Baldwin School Building Committee. In keeping with recent practice on the Brookline High School project, this committee uses the MSBA Building Committee guidelines as a starting point. The Committee shall consist of a member of the Select Board and a member of the School Committee, who shall serve as co-chairs of the Committee. The other members of the Committee shall be as listed below. The Building Committee shall advise and support the Building Commission, Select Board and School Committee in connection with their authority and responsibilities for the construction and alteration of town buildings and structures under Article 3.7 of the General By-Laws of the Town of Brookline. The Building Committee shall also be the main body responsible for engaging and informing the public on the project. The Building Committee shall work with the Project Manager and consultants in support of the project. The Project Managers(s) shall attend all the meetings of the Building Committee and serve as the Committee's staff person(s). The Building Committee shall be concerned with all aspects of the project including budget, schedule, safety, public relations, coordination of town agencies, logistics, and contract compliance. The following slate of members is submitted for approval by the Select Board. Pos
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the charge presented by Board Member Greene and the following membership. Formation of the Baldwin School Building Committee There shall be established a Baldwin School Building Committee. In keeping with recent practice on the Brookline High School project, this committee uses the MSBA Building Committee guidelines as a starting point. The Committee shall consist of a member of the Select Board and a member of the School Committee, who shall serve as co-chairs of the Committee. The other members of the Committee shall be as listed below. The Building Committee shall advise and support the Building Commission, Select Board and School Committee in connection with their authority and responsibilities for the construction and alteration of town buildings and structures under Article 3.7 of the General By-Laws of the Town of Brookline. The Building Committee shall also be the main body responsible for engaging and informing the public on the project. The Building Committee shall work with the Project Manager and consultants in support of the project. The Project Managers(s) shall attend all the meetings of the Building Committee and serve as the Committee's staff person(s). The Building Committee shall be concerned with all aspects of the project including budget, schedule, safety, public relations, coordination of town agencies, logistics, and contract compliance. The following slate of members is submitted for approval by the Select Board. Position Name Co-Chair - Select Board Bernard Greene Co-Chair - School Committee Julie Schreiner Oldham Building Commission School Committee Nathan Peck Suzanne Federspiel Advisory Committee Mike Sandman Park and Recreation Commission Clara Batchelor Planning Board/ Community Representative Blair Hines SEPAC/Community Representative Rebecca Manor Community Representative Michelle Morrissey Community Representative Mary Weitzel Community Representative Deborah Abner Town Administrator or designee Mel Kleckner Superintendent of Schools or designee Andrew Bott Interim Deputy Superintendent for Student Services Senior Director for Teaching and Learning (former Baker School Principal) Casey Ngo-Miller Project Manager, School Department Ben Lummis * Project Manager, Building Department Ray Masak * Building Commissioner Deputy Superintendent of Schools for Administration Daniel Bennett * Mary Ellen Dunn* Dr. Mary Brown and Finance * Indicates non-voting liaisons; additional liaisons to be determined in the future, including Transportation Board and METCO.”
Approve the charge presented by Chair Wishinsky and the following membership
On motion it was, Voted to approve the charge presented by Chair Wishinsky and the following membership. Formation of the Driscoll School Building Committee There shall be established a Driscoll School Building Committee. In keeping with recent practice on the Brookline High School project, this committee uses the MSBA Building Committee guidelines as a starting point. The Committee shall consist of a member of the Select Board and a member of the School Committee, who shall serve as co-chairs of the Committee. The other members of the Committee shall be as listed below. The Building Committee shall advise and support the Building Commission, Select Board and School Committee in connection with their authority and responsibilities for the construction and alteration of town buildings and structures under Article 3.7 of the General By-Laws of the Town of Brookline. The Building Committee shall also be the main body responsible for engaging and informing the public on the project. The Building Committee shall work with the Project Manager and consultants in support of the project. The Project Managers(s) shall attend all the meetings of the Building Committee and serve as the Committee's staff person(s). The Building Committee shall be concerned with all aspects of the project including budget, schedule, safety, public relations, coordination of town agencies, logistics, and contract compliance. The following slate of members is submitted for approval by the Select Board. Posit
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the charge presented by Chair Wishinsky and the following membership. Formation of the Driscoll School Building Committee There shall be established a Driscoll School Building Committee. In keeping with recent practice on the Brookline High School project, this committee uses the MSBA Building Committee guidelines as a starting point. The Committee shall consist of a member of the Select Board and a member of the School Committee, who shall serve as co-chairs of the Committee. The other members of the Committee shall be as listed below. The Building Committee shall advise and support the Building Commission, Select Board and School Committee in connection with their authority and responsibilities for the construction and alteration of town buildings and structures under Article 3.7 of the General By-Laws of the Town of Brookline. The Building Committee shall also be the main body responsible for engaging and informing the public on the project. The Building Committee shall work with the Project Manager and consultants in support of the project. The Project Managers(s) shall attend all the meetings of the Building Committee and serve as the Committee's staff person(s). The Building Committee shall be concerned with all aspects of the project including budget, schedule, safety, public relations, coordination of town agencies, logistics, and contract compliance. The following slate of members is submitted for approval by the Select Board. Position Co-Chair - Select Board Name Neil Wishinsky (Alternate: Heather Hamilton) Co-Chair - School Committee Susan Wolf Ditkoff Building Commission Karen Breslawski Advisory Committee David Lescohier Park and Recreation Commission Nancy O'Connor Community Representative Dan Deutsch Community Representative Arjun Mande Community Representative Sara Stoutland Community Representative Victor Kusmin Town Administrator or designee Mel Kleckner Superintendent of Schools or designee Deputy Superintendent of Schools for Teaching and Learning Andrew Bott School Principal Dr. Suzie Talukdor Project Manager, School Department Ben Lummis * Project Manager, Building Department Ray Masak * Building Commissioner Deputy Superintendent of Schools for Administration and Finance Daniel Bennett * Transportation Board Ali Tali* METCO Lakia Rutherford* Dr. Nicole Gittens Mary Ellen Dunn* * Indicates non-voting liaisons/ Additional potential liaisons to be determined in the future, including Planning Board and SEPEC.”
Grant the request from CVS Store #6 at 1322 Beacon Street, Brookline, for a Waiver of the Town's Noise Control Bylaw, allowing them to work from 10pm-7:30am on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 (rain date...
On motion it was, Voted to grant the request from CVS Store #6 at 1322 Beacon Street, Brookline, for a Waiver of the Town's Noise Control Bylaw, allowing them to work from 10pm-7:30am on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 (rain date of October 17, 2018). Scope of work includes: improve ADA access at front entrance, remove existing automated door and frame, remove existing concrete 2-3" to reduce entrance slope, pour new concrete to meet ADA access requirements and reinstall existing automated door and frame. * with the condition that the abutters are notified a couple of days before the work is to be performed.
Yes: Greene, Hamilton, Heller, WishinskyAbstained: Franco
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant the request from CVS Store #6 at 1322 Beacon Street, Brookline, for a Waiver of the Town's Noise Control Bylaw, allowing them to work from 10pm-7:30am on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 (rain date of October 17, 2018). Scope of work includes: improve ADA access at front entrance, remove existing automated door and frame, remove existing concrete 2-3" to reduce entrance slope, pour new concrete to meet ADA access requirements and reinstall existing automated door and frame. * with the condition that the abutters are notified a couple of days before the work is to be performed. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton Abstained: Benjamin Franco.”
No Action on Article 19
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on Article 19.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on Article 19. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Adopt the 2018 Climate Action Plan (CAP) as a planning tool and the CAP's objective to prioritize planning for zero emissions by 2050
On motion it was, Voted to adopt the 2018 Climate Action Plan (CAP) as a planning tool and the CAP's objective to prioritize planning for zero emissions by 2050.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to adopt the 2018 Climate Action Plan (CAP) as a planning tool and the CAP's objective to prioritize planning for zero emissions by 2050. Voted to authorize the Climate Action Committee to fulfill the resolution passed at the 2017 Annual Town Meeting to sign the Town on as a Non-State Actor to the Paris Climate Agreement and to submit the CAP to the carbonn® Climate Registry. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the Climate Action Committee to fulfill the resolution passed at the 2017 Annual Town Meeting to sign the Town on as a Non-State Actor to the Paris Climate Agreement and to submit the...
Voted to authorize the Climate Action Committee to fulfill the resolution passed at the 2017 Annual Town Meeting to sign the Town on as a Non-State Actor to the Paris Climate Agreement and to submit the CAP to the carbonn® Climate Registry.
From the minutes
“Voted to authorize the Climate Action Committee to fulfill the resolution passed at the 2017 Annual Town Meeting to sign the Town on as a Non-State Actor to the Paris Climate Agreement and to submit the CAP to the carbonn® Climate Registry. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable Action
On motion it was, Voted 4-0-1 Favorable Action
Yes: Greene, Hamilton, Heller, WishinskyAbstained: Franco
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 4-0-1 Favorable Action.”
Call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 13, 2018, at 7:30 p.m. at the High School Auditorium; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and...
Voted To call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 13, 2018, at 7:30 p.m. at the High School Auditorium; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the warrant; and to insert the said warrant the following article:
Yes: Greene, Hamilton, Heller, WishinskyAbstained: Franco
From the minutes
“1. Voted To call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 13, 2018, at 7:30 p.m. at the High School Auditorium; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the warrant; and to insert the said warrant the following article:.”
See if the Town will amend §4.13 of the Town's Zoning By-law (Marijuana Establishments) by deleting §4.13 5.E.5 and replacing it with the following (language to be deleted struck out, language to...
Voted To see if the Town will amend §4.13 of the Town's Zoning By-law (Marijuana Establishments) by deleting §4.13 5.E.5 and replacing it with the following (language to be deleted struck out, language to be added underlined and bolded): In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are hereby required to NOTIFY and WARN the Inhabitants of the TOWN OF BROOKLINE, qualified to vote at elections to meet at the High School Auditorium in said Brookline on TUESDAY, the THIRTEENTH day of NOVEMBER, 2018 at 7:30 o'clock in the evening for the Special Town Meeting at which time and place the following article is to be acted upon and determined by the representative town meeting: ARTICLE 1 To see if the Town will amend §4.13 of the Town's Zoning By-law (Marijuana Establishments) by deleting §4.13 5.E.5 and replacing it with the following (language to be deleted struck out, language to be added underlined and bolded): E. Additional Location Requirements for Marijuana Establishments 5. Density requirements for Social Consumption Marijuana Retailers issued a primary use license and Storefront Marijuana Retailers shall be: a. A minimum of 200 feet from another Social Consumption Marijuana Retailer issued a primary use license or Storefront Marijuana Retailer if any portion of the establishment is located at street-level. b. Allowed within 200 feet from another Social Consumption Marijuana Retailer issued a primary use license or Storefront Marijuana Retailer above or below street-le
Yes: Greene, Hamilton, Heller, WishinskyAbstained: Franco
From the minutes
“2. Voted To see if the Town will amend §4.13 of the Town's Zoning By-law (Marijuana Establishments) by deleting §4.13 5.E.5 and replacing it with the following (language to be deleted struck out, language to be added underlined and bolded): In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are hereby required to NOTIFY and WARN the Inhabitants of the TOWN OF BROOKLINE, qualified to vote at elections to meet at the High School Auditorium in said Brookline on TUESDAY, the THIRTEENTH day of NOVEMBER, 2018 at 7:30 o'clock in the evening for the Special Town Meeting at which time and place the following article is to be acted upon and determined by the representative town meeting: ARTICLE 1 To see if the Town will amend §4.13 of the Town's Zoning By-law (Marijuana Establishments) by deleting §4.13 5.E.5 and replacing it with the following (language to be deleted struck out, language to be added underlined and bolded): E. Additional Location Requirements for Marijuana Establishments 5. Density requirements for Social Consumption Marijuana Retailers issued a primary use license and Storefront Marijuana Retailers shall be: a. A minimum of 200 feet from another Social Consumption Marijuana Retailer issued a primary use license or Storefront Marijuana Retailer if any portion of the establishment is located at street-level. b. Allowed within 200 feet from another Social Consumption Marijuana Retailer issued a primary use license or Storefront Marijuana Retailer above or below street-level as long as the Zoning Board of Appeals determines that doing so will not have a detrimental impact on the vibrancy of the streetscape and all other applicable requirements are satisfied (applicable to uses 29A and 29B). c. Measured from lot boundary to lot boundary. 5. Density requirements for Social Consumption Marijuana Retailers issued a primary use license and Storefront Marijuana Retailers shall be: a. A minimum of 200 feet from another Social Consumption Marijuana Retailer issued a primary use license or Storefront Marijuana Retailer. (applicable to uses 29A and 29B) b. Measured from lot boundary to lot boundary. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton Abstained: Benjamin Franco.”
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