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January 29, 2019
17 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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Question of whether the Select Board shall enter into executive Session for the purpose of considering the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 15 - 19 Oak Street in Brookline if...
Question of whether the Select Board shall enter into executive Session for the purpose of considering the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 15 - 19 Oak Street in Brookline if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. EXECUTIVE SESSION - REAL PROPERTY Proposed Executive Session for the purpose of considering the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 15 - 19 Oak Street in Brookline if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body.
From the minutes
“Question of whether the Select Board shall enter into executive Session for the purpose of considering the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 15 - 19 Oak Street in Brookline if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. EXECUTIVE SESSION - REAL PROPERTY Proposed Executive Session for the purpose of considering the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property at 15 - 19 Oak Street in Brookline if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. Chair Wishinsky announced that the Board will enter into executive session consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property and declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body; He noted that the Board will reconvene in open session. Roll call: Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the minutes of January 22, 2019 as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of January 22, 2019 as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of January 22, 2019 as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept the gift in the amount of $1,000.00 from the Brookline Booksmith in connection with the Poet Laureate program
On motion it was, Voted to accept the gift in the amount of $1,000.00 from the Brookline Booksmith in connection with the Poet Laureate program..
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept the gift in the amount of $1,000.00 from the Brookline Booksmith in connection with the Poet Laureate program.. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve a contract amendment in the amount of $1,179,280.00 with Jonathan Levi Architects for schematic design services related Baldwin School project
On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract amendment in the amount of $1,179,280.00 with Jonathan Levi Architects for schematic design services related Baldwin School project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract amendment in the amount of $1,179,280.00 with Jonathan Levi Architects for schematic design services related Baldwin School project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve a contract amendment in the amount of $1,179,280.00 with Jonathan Levi Architects for schematic design services in connection with the Driscoll School project
On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract amendment in the amount of $1,179,280.00 with Jonathan Levi Architects for schematic design services in connection with the Driscoll School project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract amendment in the amount of $1,179,280.00 with Jonathan Levi Architects for schematic design services in connection with the Driscoll School project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve a contract in the amount of $135,000.00 with Thompson Waterproofing Inc., in connection with Exterior Wall Repairs for Fire Station No.7
On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract in the amount of $135,000.00 with Thompson Waterproofing Inc., in connection with Exterior Wall Repairs for Fire Station No.7.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract in the amount of $135,000.00 with Thompson Waterproofing Inc., in connection with Exterior Wall Repairs for Fire Station No.7. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the following two (2) vacancies in the Recreation Department Recreation Leader II (GN-8) Recreation Leader I (GN-6)
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the following two (2) vacancies in the Recreation Department Recreation Leader II (GN-8) Recreation Leader I (GN-6)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the following two (2) vacancies in the Recreation Department Recreation Leader II (GN-8) Recreation Leader I (GN-6) Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Adopt the proposed Investment Policy as amended by Board members Heller and Greene
On motion it was, Voted adopt the proposed Investment Policy as amended by Board members Heller and Greene.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted adopt the proposed Investment Policy as amended by Board members Heller and Greene. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept the findings of the Audit Report as presented
On motion it was, Voted to accept the findings of the Audit Report as presented.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept the findings of the Audit Report as presented. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Overrule the Tree Warden's objection to the removal of a public shade tree located at 34 Jamaica Road
Voted to overrule the Tree Warden's objection to the removal of a public shade tree located at 34 Jamaica Road.
Yes: Greene, WishinskyNo: Franco, Hamilton, Heller
From the minutes
“1. Voted to overrule the Tree Warden's objection to the removal of a public shade tree located at 34 Jamaica Road. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Bernard Greene Against: Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton motion failed..”
Urge the Brookline Housing Authority to reconsider their objections to granting an easement for vehicle access to the tenants of 34 Jamaica Road if safe pedestrian access is determined, and the...
Voted to urge the Brookline Housing Authority to reconsider their objections to granting an easement for vehicle access to the tenants of 34 Jamaica Road if safe pedestrian access is determined, and the Fire Department has considered access. A report will be presented to the Board. All subject to Planning Board approval.
Yes: Franco, Greene, Heller, WishinskyNo: Hamilton
From the minutes
“2. Voted to urge the Brookline Housing Authority to reconsider their objections to granting an easement for vehicle access to the tenants of 34 Jamaica Road if safe pedestrian access is determined, and the Fire Department has considered access. A report will be presented to the Board. All subject to Planning Board approval. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene Against: Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of Rockland Food and Beverage, LLC d/b/a Lully's Café, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler's License, at 111 Boylston Street, for a...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Rockland Food and Beverage, LLC d/b/a Lully's Café, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler's License, at 111 Boylston Street, for a Transfer of Stock, removing Lillian B. Carney (100%) and appointing Claremont Food and Beverage, LLC (100%).
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Rockland Food and Beverage, LLC d/b/a Lully's Café, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler's License, at 111 Boylston Street, for a Transfer of Stock, removing Lillian B. Carney (100%) and appointing Claremont Food and Beverage, LLC (100%). Voted to approve the application of Rockland Food and Beverage, LLC d/b/a Lully's Café, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler's License, at 111 Boylston Street, for a Change of Manager from Kevin James Buchanan to Richard Roberto. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of Rockland Food and Beverage, LLC d/b/a Lully's Café, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler's License, at 111 Boylston Street, for a Change...
Voted to approve the application of Rockland Food and Beverage, LLC d/b/a Lully's Café, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler's License, at 111 Boylston Street, for a Change of Manager from Kevin James Buchanan to Richard Roberto.
From the minutes
“Voted to approve the application of Rockland Food and Beverage, LLC d/b/a Lully's Café, holder of a Seven-Day All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler's License, at 111 Boylston Street, for a Change of Manager from Kevin James Buchanan to Richard Roberto. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of Brothers & Sisters Company, LLC d/b/a KooKoo Café, Jamie Siracusa, Manager/Sole Member, for a Common Victualler License with Entertainment (Radio) at 7 Station Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Brothers & Sisters Company, LLC d/b/a KooKoo Café, Jamie Siracusa, Manager/Sole Member, for a Common Victualler License with Entertainment (Radio) at 7 Station Street. Proposed seating capacity is 7 inside, 4 outside. Proposed Hours of Operation are Monday-Friday 7:00am-6:00pm, Saturday 8:00am5:00pm and Sunday 9:00am-4:00pm.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Brothers & Sisters Company, LLC d/b/a KooKoo Café, Jamie Siracusa, Manager/Sole Member, for a Common Victualler License with Entertainment (Radio) at 7 Station Street. Proposed seating capacity is 7 inside, 4 outside. Proposed Hours of Operation are Monday-Friday 7:00am-6:00pm, Saturday 8:00am5:00pm and Sunday 9:00am-4:00pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of Bruce Miller and Frank Hoff for a Change of Lodging House Agent at 89 Marion Street naming Darvin Aviles. *with the condition that this applicant attend the Lodging...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Bruce Miller and Frank Hoff for a Change of Lodging House Agent at 89 Marion Street naming Darvin Aviles. *with the condition that this applicant attend the Lodging House Training Workshop, January 31, 2019 at 11:00 am at the Health Department, 11 Pierce Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Bruce Miller and Frank Hoff for a Change of Lodging House Agent at 89 Marion Street naming Darvin Aviles. *with the condition that this applicant attend the Lodging House Training Workshop, January 31, 2019 at 11:00 am at the Health Department, 11 Pierce Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of the Samuel Sewall Inn for a Change of Lodging House Agent at 143 St. Paul Street naming Nicole Thomas. *with the condition that this applicant attend the Lodging House...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of the Samuel Sewall Inn for a Change of Lodging House Agent at 143 St. Paul Street naming Nicole Thomas. *with the condition that this applicant attend the Lodging House Training Workshop, January 31, 2019 at 11:00 am at the Health Department, 11 Pierce Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of the Samuel Sewall Inn for a Change of Lodging House Agent at 143 St. Paul Street naming Nicole Thomas. *with the condition that this applicant attend the Lodging House Training Workshop, January 31, 2019 at 11:00 am at the Health Department, 11 Pierce Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the Select Board's FY2020 Budget Objectives as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Select Board's FY2020 Budget Objectives as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Select Board's FY2020 Budget Objectives as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
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