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November 27, 2018
20 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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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.
Yes: Hamilton, Heller, WishinskyThe roll call does not list Benjamin Franco and Bernard Greene, who were on the attendance list; they are not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve a gift to the Brookline Police Department in the amount of $1,000.00 from Target Corporation to be used for security measures
On motion it was, Voted to approve a gift to the Brookline Police Department in the amount of $1,000.00 from Target Corporation to be used for security measures.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a gift to the Brookline Police Department in the amount of $1,000.00 from Target Corporation to be used for security measures. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the following transfer within the Police Department appropriation: From: 20112010 510101 Police Administration and Support $24,000.00 To: 21002010 5A0009 Office Furniture $9,000.00...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Police Department appropriation: From: 20112010 510101 Police Administration and Support $24,000.00 To: 21002010 5A0009 Office Furniture $9,000.00 21002050 5A0006 Office Equipment $13,500.00 21002050 522015 D.P. Equipment Repair & Maintenance $1,500.00
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Police Department appropriation: From: 20112010 510101 Police Administration and Support $24,000.00 To: 21002010 5A0009 Office Furniture $9,000.00 21002050 5A0006 Office Equipment $13,500.00 21002050 522015 D.P. Equipment Repair & Maintenance $1,500.00 Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize and execute a Contract Amendment #2 in the amount of $77,700.00 with Stantec Planning and Architecture P.C. in connection with the Harry Downes Playground Renovation project
On motion it was, Voted to authorize and execute a Contract Amendment #2 in the amount of $77,700.00 with Stantec Planning and Architecture P.C. in connection with the Harry Downes Playground Renovation project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize and execute a Contract Amendment #2 in the amount of $77,700.00 with Stantec Planning and Architecture P.C. in connection with the Harry Downes Playground Renovation project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $400,000.00 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts's Dam and Seawall Repair and Removal Program and authorize the Town Administrator to enter into an agreement with...
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $400,000.00 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts's Dam and Seawall Repair and Removal Program and authorize the Town Administrator to enter into an agreement with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and sign on behalf of the Town, in relation to repairs and improvements at the dam at the Brookline Reservoir.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $400,000.00 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts's Dam and Seawall Repair and Removal Program and authorize the Town Administrator to enter into an agreement with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and sign on behalf of the Town, in relation to repairs and improvements at the dam at the Brookline Reservoir. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the Extra Work Order No.1 in the amount of $6,526.58 in connection to contract No. PW/17-11, "Brookline Avenue Landscape Improvements", with Green Acres Landscape and Construction
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Extra Work Order No.1 in the amount of $6,526.58 in connection to contract No. PW/17-11, "Brookline Avenue Landscape Improvements", with Green Acres Landscape and Construction.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Extra Work Order No.1 in the amount of $6,526.58 in connection to contract No. PW/17-11, "Brookline Avenue Landscape Improvements", with Green Acres Landscape and Construction. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute a contract with Environmental Partners Group, in the amount of $80,300.00 in connection with contract "Larz Anderson Park Roadway Improvements."
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract with Environmental Partners Group, in the amount of $80,300.00 in connection with contract "Larz Anderson Park Roadway Improvements."
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract with Environmental Partners Group, in the amount of $80,300.00 in connection with contract "Larz Anderson Park Roadway Improvements." Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute a contract in the amount of $59,300.00 with Environmental Partners Group in connection with contract "Walnut Hills Cemetery Roadway Improvements."
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract in the amount of $59,300.00 with Environmental Partners Group in connection with contract "Walnut Hills Cemetery Roadway Improvements."
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract in the amount of $59,300.00 with Environmental Partners Group in connection with contract "Walnut Hills Cemetery Roadway Improvements." Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Finalize the license conditions and votes relating to New England Treatment Access (NETA), 160 Washington Street, Amanda Rositano, Director of Operational Compliance, as follows
On motion it was, Voted to finalize the license conditions and votes relating to New England Treatment Access (NETA), 160 Washington Street, Amanda Rositano, Director of Operational Compliance, as follows:
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to finalize the license conditions and votes relating to New England Treatment Access (NETA), 160 Washington Street, Amanda Rositano, Director of Operational Compliance, as follows: 1) Voted final language of conditions for NETA's Marijuana Retailer License and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License under Art. 8.37 of the Town's By-Laws. 2) Voted to issue NETA a Marijuana Retailer License and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License under Art. 8.37 of the Town's By-Laws. 3) Voted to cancel existing NETA's Registered Marijuana Dispensary License previously issued under Art. 8.32 of the Town's By-Laws. *as amended and with the condition that NETA and the Police Department provides an opening plan no later than 2 weeks prior to their opening. Noted the licenses are valid through 2019. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Final language of conditions for NETA's Marijuana Retailer License and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License under Art. 8.37 of the Town's By-Laws
Voted final language of conditions for NETA's Marijuana Retailer License and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License under Art. 8.37 of the Town's By-Laws.
From the minutes
“1) Voted final language of conditions for NETA's Marijuana Retailer License and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License under Art. 8.37 of the Town's By-Laws. 2) Voted to issue NETA a Marijuana Retailer License and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License under Art. 8.37 of the Town's By-Laws. 3) Voted to cancel existing NETA's Registered Marijuana Dispensary License previously issued under Art. 8.32 of the Town's By-Laws. *as amended and with the condition that NETA and the Police Department provides an opening plan no later than 2 weeks prior to their opening. Noted the licenses are valid through 2019. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Issue NETA a Marijuana Retailer License and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License under Art. 8.37 of the Town's By-Laws
Voted to issue NETA a Marijuana Retailer License and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License under Art. 8.37 of the Town's By-Laws.
From the minutes
“2) Voted to issue NETA a Marijuana Retailer License and Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License under Art. 8.37 of the Town's By-Laws. 3) Voted to cancel existing NETA's Registered Marijuana Dispensary License previously issued under Art. 8.32 of the Town's By-Laws. *as amended and with the condition that NETA and the Police Department provides an opening plan no later than 2 weeks prior to their opening. Noted the licenses are valid through 2019. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Cancel existing NETA's Registered Marijuana Dispensary License previously issued under Art. 8.32 of the Town's By-Laws. *as amended and with the condition that NETA and the Police Department...
Voted to cancel existing NETA's Registered Marijuana Dispensary License previously issued under Art. 8.32 of the Town's By-Laws. *as amended and with the condition that NETA and the Police Department provides an opening plan no later than 2 weeks prior to their opening. Noted the licenses are valid through 2019.
From the minutes
“3) Voted to cancel existing NETA's Registered Marijuana Dispensary License previously issued under Art. 8.32 of the Town's By-Laws. *as amended and with the condition that NETA and the Police Department provides an opening plan no later than 2 weeks prior to their opening. Noted the licenses are valid through 2019. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to The Olive Connection for a Holiday Event to be held on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at 1426 Beacon Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to The Olive Connection for a Holiday Event to be held on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at 1426 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to The Olive Connection for a Holiday Event to be held on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at 1426 Beacon Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant four (4) Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Non-Sales Licenses to Larz Anderson Auto Museum at 15 Newton Street as follows: 1) For a Holiday Party to be held on Wednesday, December 5,...
On motion it was, Voted to grant four (4) Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Non-Sales Licenses to Larz Anderson Auto Museum at 15 Newton Street as follows: 1) For a Holiday Party to be held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 from 6:00pm11:00pm. 2) For a Corporate Holiday Party to be held on Thursday, December 6, 2018 from 5:30pm-11:00pm. 3) For a Corporate Holiday Party to be held on Friday, December 7, 2018 from 5:30pm-11:00pm. 4) For a Corporate 10th Anniversary Party to be held on Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 5:30pm-11:00pm.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant four (4) Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Non-Sales Licenses to Larz Anderson Auto Museum at 15 Newton Street as follows: 1) For a Holiday Party to be held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 from 6:00pm11:00pm. 2) For a Corporate Holiday Party to be held on Thursday, December 6, 2018 from 5:30pm-11:00pm. 3) For a Corporate Holiday Party to be held on Friday, December 7, 2018 from 5:30pm-11:00pm. 4) For a Corporate 10th Anniversary Party to be held on Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 5:30pm-11:00pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the following promotions within the Fire Department, effective December 3, 2018
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following promotions within the Fire Department, effective December 3, 2018. Lieutenant Shawn Fay to Captain Captain Stephen Nelson to Deputy Chief
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following promotions within the Fire Department, effective December 3, 2018. Lieutenant Shawn Fay to Captain Captain Stephen Nelson to Deputy Chief Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of J & Z Food Corporation d/b/a Six Po Hot Pot, for a Transfer of Liquor License from Bombay Bistro, Inc. d/b/a Rani Bistro, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of J & Z Food Corporation d/b/a Six Po Hot Pot, for a Transfer of Liquor License from Bombay Bistro, Inc. d/b/a Rani Bistro, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages/Common Victualler's License, at 1353 Beacon Street. Current seating capacity is 87 and will remain the same. Proposed Alcohol Service/Operating Hours are Sunday-Saturday 11am-11pm. Previous Alcohol Service/Operating Hours were Monday-Saturday 11:30am-11:00pm and Sunday Noon10:00pm.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of J & Z Food Corporation d/b/a Six Po Hot Pot, for a Transfer of Liquor License from Bombay Bistro, Inc. d/b/a Rani Bistro, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages/Common Victualler's License, at 1353 Beacon Street. Current seating capacity is 87 and will remain the same. Proposed Alcohol Service/Operating Hours are Sunday-Saturday 11am-11pm. Previous Alcohol Service/Operating Hours were Monday-Saturday 11:30am-11:00pm and Sunday Noon10:00pm. Voted to approve the application of J & Z Food Corporation d/b/a Six Po Hot Pot, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio, Taped Music, Television, Instrumental Music, Vocal Music) License at 1353 Beacon Street. Inside seating capacity is 87. Proposed Hours of Operation are Sunday-Saturday 11am-11pm. * with the condition that the Police Department requirements are met, and that the appropriate number of managers are on the premises during the operating hours. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of J & Z Food Corporation d/b/a Six Po Hot Pot, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio, Taped Music, Television, Instrumental Music, Vocal Music) License at 1353...
Voted to approve the application of J & Z Food Corporation d/b/a Six Po Hot Pot, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio, Taped Music, Television, Instrumental Music, Vocal Music) License at 1353 Beacon Street. Inside seating capacity is 87. Proposed Hours of Operation are Sunday-Saturday 11am-11pm. * with the condition that the Police Department requirements are met, and that the appropriate number of managers are on the premises during the operating hours.
From the minutes
“Voted to approve the application of J & Z Food Corporation d/b/a Six Po Hot Pot, for a Common Victualler and Entertainment (Radio, Taped Music, Television, Instrumental Music, Vocal Music) License at 1353 Beacon Street. Inside seating capacity is 87. Proposed Hours of Operation are Sunday-Saturday 11am-11pm. * with the condition that the Police Department requirements are met, and that the appropriate number of managers are on the premises during the operating hours. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Appoint Austin Seeley to the Brookline Commission for the Arts for a term ending November 27, 2021or until a successor can be appointed
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Austin Seeley to the Brookline Commission for the Arts for a term ending November 27, 2021or until a successor can be appointed.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Austin Seeley to the Brookline Commission for the Arts for a term ending November 27, 2021or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Peg O'Connell to the Brookline Commission for the Arts for a term ending November 27, 2021or until a successor can be appointed. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Appoint Peg O'Connell to the Brookline Commission for the Arts for a term ending November 27, 2021or until a successor can be appointed
Voted to appoint Peg O'Connell to the Brookline Commission for the Arts for a term ending November 27, 2021or until a successor can be appointed.
From the minutes
“Voted to appoint Peg O'Connell to the Brookline Commission for the Arts for a term ending November 27, 2021or until a successor can be appointed. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Appoint the following candidates to the Brookline Fiscal advisory Committee: Peter von Bleyleben Cliff Brown Nathan Shpritz Carol Levin David Kirshner Paul Saner Jeff Rudolph Nancy Daly Mini...
On motion it was, Voted to appoint the following candidates to the Brookline Fiscal advisory Committee: Peter von Bleyleben Cliff Brown Nathan Shpritz Carol Levin David Kirshner Paul Saner Jeff Rudolph Nancy Daly Mini Kolluri Mike Toffel Arthur Segel Ben Franco
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint the following candidates to the Brookline Fiscal advisory Committee: Peter von Bleyleben Cliff Brown Nathan Shpritz Carol Levin David Kirshner Paul Saner Jeff Rudolph Nancy Daly Mini Kolluri Mike Toffel Arthur Segel Ben Franco Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Nancy Heller, Benjamin Franco, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
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