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Brookline Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting

February 12, 2019

13 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the minutes of February 5, 2019, as amended

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of February 5, 2019, as amended.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of February 5, 2019, as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve and execute a contract in the amount of $300,000.00 with Weston and Sampson for Landscape Architecture and Engineering Consultant Services in connection to the renovation and...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract in the amount of $300,000.00 with Weston and Sampson for Landscape Architecture and Engineering Consultant Services in connection to the renovation and reconstruction of Cypress Playground and Athletic Field.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract in the amount of $300,000.00 with Weston and Sampson for Landscape Architecture and Engineering Consultant Services in connection to the renovation and reconstruction of Cypress Playground and Athletic Field. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the contract and authorizing the Chair to sign the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse Grant Contract agreement related to the Massachusetts Historical Commission and the Massachusetts...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the contract and authorizing the Chair to sign the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse Grant Contract agreement related to the Massachusetts Historical Commission and the Massachusetts Preservation Planning Fund (MPPF).

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the contract and authorizing the Chair to sign the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse Grant Contract agreement related to the Massachusetts Historical Commission and the Massachusetts Preservation Planning Fund (MPPF). Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Accept a rebate check in the amount of $10,499.20 from National Grid for energy conservation efforts associated with the Coolidge Corner School Renovation Project

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to accept a rebate check in the amount of $10,499.20 from National Grid for energy conservation efforts associated with the Coolidge Corner School Renovation Project. The monies will be deposited into account 2500SP19 6E0014 - Energy Conservation.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to accept a rebate check in the amount of $10,499.20 from National Grid for energy conservation efforts associated with the Coolidge Corner School Renovation Project. The monies will be deposited into account 2500SP19 6E0014 - Energy Conservation. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve and authorize the Chair to execute two agreements between the Town and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for the Gateway East project, with Town Counsel to provide final...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute two agreements between the Town and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for the Gateway East project, with Town Counsel to provide final review prior to execution of item 2 below: 1. Non-Participating Agreement (Revised - Agreement #105364A) 2. Municipal Project Agreement (110% Agreement)

From the minutes

“1. Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute two agreements between the Town and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for the Gateway East project, with Town Counsel to provide final review prior to execution of item 2 below: 1. Non-Participating Agreement (Revised - Agreement #105364A) 2. Municipal Project Agreement (110% Agreement) 2. Voted to authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to approve requisitions and authorize payments utilizing construction match funds that are committed to the Gateway East project via the revised Non-Participating Work Agreement. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to approve requisitions and authorize payments utilizing construction match funds that are committed to the Gateway East project via the revised...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to approve requisitions and authorize payments utilizing construction match funds that are committed to the Gateway East project via the revised Non-Participating Work Agreement.

From the minutes

“2. Voted to authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to approve requisitions and authorize payments utilizing construction match funds that are committed to the Gateway East project via the revised Non-Participating Work Agreement. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Administrator to sign and execute a contract with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to accept a Complete Streets Grant in the amount of $234,968.00 to fund...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to sign and execute a contract with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to accept a Complete Streets Grant in the amount of $234,968.00 to fund construction of 6 projects from the Town's Complete Streets Prioritization Plan.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to sign and execute a contract with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to accept a Complete Streets Grant in the amount of $234,968.00 to fund construction of 6 projects from the Town's Complete Streets Prioritization Plan. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept a stipend in the amount of $5,500.00 from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission through the Health Care Investment Program (HCI), related to Hebrew Senior Life's R3 (Right Care, Right...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to accept a stipend in the amount of $5,500.00 from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission through the Health Care Investment Program (HCI), related to Hebrew Senior Life's R3 (Right Care, Right Place, Right Time) program.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to accept a stipend in the amount of $5,500.00 from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission through the Health Care Investment Program (HCI), related to Hebrew Senior Life's R3 (Right Care, Right Place, Right Time) program. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve and execute contract PW/19-07 "Harry Downes Field Landscape Improvements" with Heimlich Landscaping and Construction Co., Inc. of Woburn, MA in the amount of $2,011,889.00

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute contract PW/19-07 "Harry Downes Field Landscape Improvements" with Heimlich Landscaping and Construction Co., Inc. of Woburn, MA in the amount of $2,011,889.00.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute contract PW/19-07 "Harry Downes Field Landscape Improvements" with Heimlich Landscaping and Construction Co., Inc. of Woburn, MA in the amount of $2,011,889.00. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Grant a Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Non-Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum at 15 Newton Street for an Employee Appreciation Party to be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 from...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Non-Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum at 15 Newton Street for an Employee Appreciation Party to be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 from 5:30pm-8:30pm.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Alcoholic Beverages Non-Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum at 15 Newton Street for an Employee Appreciation Party to be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Grant three (3) Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages Sales Licenses to Pine Manor College at 400 Heath Street as follows: 1) For a Wedding Networking Event to be held on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 from...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

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 Networking Event to be held on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 from 6:00pm9:00pm. 2) For a Wedding to be held on Saturday, April 13, 2019 from 5:00pm-10:00pm. 3) For a Senior Banquet to be held on Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 12:00pm-6:00pm.

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 Networking Event to be held on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 from 6:00pm9:00pm. 2) For a Wedding to be held on Saturday, April 13, 2019 from 5:00pm-10:00pm. 3) For a Senior Banquet to be held on Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 12:00pm-6:00pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Grant conditional offer of employment as a firefighter to the following 12 candidates: Alex Loden Brendan Mulkern Francis Mulkern Brian Keeley Chris Hopkins Dennis Cyr Eric Dumas Brian Mosca...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to grant conditional offer of employment as a firefighter to the following 12 candidates: Alex Loden Brendan Mulkern Francis Mulkern Brian Keeley Chris Hopkins Dennis Cyr Eric Dumas Brian Mosca Xavier Villar Olivia Mosquera Kenneth LaBonte Sam Kaplan

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to grant conditional offer of employment as a firefighter to the following 12 candidates: Alex Loden Brendan Mulkern Francis Mulkern Brian Keeley Chris Hopkins Dennis Cyr Eric Dumas Brian Mosca Xavier Villar Olivia Mosquera Kenneth LaBonte Sam Kaplan Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Authorize the following vacancy in the Information Technology Department: Administrative Technology Resource Coordinator (GN-8)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to authorize the following vacancy in the Information Technology Department: Administrative Technology Resource Coordinator (GN-8)

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the following vacancy in the Information Technology Department: Administrative Technology Resource Coordinator (GN-8) Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

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