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April 23, 2019
22 recorded votes, 0 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.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the minutes of April 9, 2019, as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of April 9, 2019, as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of April 9, 2019, as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the following transfer within the Planning Department: FROM:17201720 510101 Perm. full time salaries $10,000.00 TO: 17201720 531012 Office Supplies $10,000.00
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Planning Department: FROM:17201720 510101 Perm. full time salaries $10,000.00 TO: 17201720 531012 Office Supplies $10,000.00
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Planning Department: FROM:17201720 510101 Perm. full time salaries $10,000.00 TO: 17201720 531012 Office Supplies $10,000.00 Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales to the Pierce School PTO to be held on Friday, May 10, 2019 for their annual fall festival from 7:00PM - 11:00PM
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales to the Pierce School PTO to be held on Friday, May 10, 2019 for their annual fall festival from 7:00PM - 11:00PM.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales to the Pierce School PTO to be held on Friday, May 10, 2019 for their annual fall festival from 7:00PM - 11:00PM. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to the Olive Connection, 1426 Beacon Street to be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 for their Private Dinner from 6:00PM - 8:00PM
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to the Olive Connection, 1426 Beacon Street to be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 for their Private Dinner from 6:00PM - 8:00PM.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to the Olive Connection, 1426 Beacon Street to be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 for their Private Dinner from 6:00PM - 8:00PM. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of the following vacant position in the Regulatory Planning Division: Planner (GN-10)
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following vacant position in the Regulatory Planning Division: Planner (GN-10)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following vacant position in the Regulatory Planning Division: Planner (GN-10) Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
No Action on Article 2
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on Article 2.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on Article 2. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 5 as submitted
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 5 as submitted.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 5 as submitted. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 13 as submitted
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 13 as submitted.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 13 as submitted. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 14 as submitted with scrivener's errors as noted by Ms. Brewton striking the word "two"
Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 14 as submitted with scrivener's errors as noted by Ms. Brewton striking the word "two".
From the minutes
“1. Voted 5-0 favorable action on Article 14 as submitted with scrivener's errors as noted by Ms. Brewton striking the word "two". 2. Voted 5-0 to approve and execute the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Brookline by and between the Town of Brookline and CHR Pleasant, LLC, Waldo Street, LLC, and CM-WS Corp Trustee of 16 John Street Realty Trust U/D/T." Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and execute the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Brookline by and between the Town of Brookline and CHR Pleasant, LLC, Waldo Street, LLC, and CM-WS Corp Trustee of 16 John...
Voted 5-0 to approve and execute the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Brookline by and between the Town of Brookline and CHR Pleasant, LLC, Waldo Street, LLC, and CM-WS Corp Trustee of 16 John Street Realty Trust U/D/T."
From the minutes
“2. Voted 5-0 to approve and execute the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Brookline by and between the Town of Brookline and CHR Pleasant, LLC, Waldo Street, LLC, and CM-WS Corp Trustee of 16 John Street Realty Trust U/D/T." Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 15
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 15
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 15 Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application for Change of Beneficial Interest / Change of Manager / Alternate Manager for Barcelona Brookline LLC d/b/a Barcelona a holder of an All Kinds Common Victualler
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for Change of Beneficial Interest / Change of Manager / Alternate Manager for Barcelona Brookline LLC d/b/a Barcelona a holder of an All Kinds Common Victualler. Manager of record will be Emilio A. Garcia. Alternate manager will be Jonathan T Rizzo.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for Change of Beneficial Interest / Change of Manager / Alternate Manager for Barcelona Brookline LLC d/b/a Barcelona a holder of an All Kinds Common Victualler. Manager of record will be Emilio A. Garcia. Alternate manager will be Jonathan T Rizzo. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application for a New All Alcoholic Beverages License to Expose, Keep for Sale and To Sell All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages to Be Drunk on the Premises as a Seven Day Common...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a New All Alcoholic Beverages License to Expose, Keep for Sale and To Sell All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages to Be Drunk on the Premises as a Seven Day Common Victualler, for 1032 Beacon Corp. d/b/a The Bea at 1032 Beacon Street, Brookline, Massachusetts. Manager will be Cameron DuBois. Proposed seating capacity is 122 (in) and 48 (out) and occupancy is 170. Proposed Operating Hours are Monday - Sunday 8:00am-1:00am and proposed alcoholic beverage service hours are Monday - Sunday 10:00am-1:00am. Entertainment will consist on record music and radio. *with the following conditions: The fire Department approves the application and the following conditions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Patio dining hours of 8:00 A.M. to 10:30 PM with clean up finished and off premises by 11:00PM. With no customers allowed on patio before or after such hours, and liquor service for the patio beginning at 10:00A.M. No music, televisions, or other noise producing devices permitted on the patio. No smoking signs will be installed on the patio. No paper or plastic plates, cups, or utensils shall be served on the patio. No deliveries on St. Mary's Court prior to 8:00A.M; No Sunday Deliveries before 12 Noon. The Bea will inform all their delivery vendors to never block access to any parking spaces and never interfere with access to and egress from St. Mary's Court, and shall use all responsible efforts to enforce such including signage notifying all parties
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a New All Alcoholic Beverages License to Expose, Keep for Sale and To Sell All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages to Be Drunk on the Premises as a Seven Day Common Victualler, for 1032 Beacon Corp. d/b/a The Bea at 1032 Beacon Street, Brookline, Massachusetts. Manager will be Cameron DuBois. Proposed seating capacity is 122 (in) and 48 (out) and occupancy is 170. Proposed Operating Hours are Monday - Sunday 8:00am-1:00am and proposed alcoholic beverage service hours are Monday - Sunday 10:00am-1:00am. Entertainment will consist on record music and radio. *with the following conditions: The fire Department approves the application and the following conditions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Patio dining hours of 8:00 A.M. to 10:30 PM with clean up finished and off premises by 11:00PM. With no customers allowed on patio before or after such hours, and liquor service for the patio beginning at 10:00A.M. No music, televisions, or other noise producing devices permitted on the patio. No smoking signs will be installed on the patio. No paper or plastic plates, cups, or utensils shall be served on the patio. No deliveries on St. Mary's Court prior to 8:00A.M; No Sunday Deliveries before 12 Noon. The Bea will inform all their delivery vendors to never block access to any parking spaces and never interfere with access to and egress from St. Mary's Court, and shall use all responsible efforts to enforce such including signage notifying all parties of that policy. The Bea will post a sign at the rear of the facility informing employees to be courteous to residential neighbors and maintain low noise levels and management will make every effort that to see that noise is minimal at the rear of the facility. 8. All outdoor compressors, HVAC units and kitchen ventilation and odor control systems, including those on the roof, shall at all times satisfy Brookline's noise control by-law and regulations. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy, and independent acoustical engineer, acceptable to the Building Department and employed by Applicant, shall certify that all said equipment, including any newly installed equipment, is in compliance with Brookline's noise control by-law and regulations. 9. No more than one (1) malt beverage may be sold, delivered, dispensed, distributed or served to any person at any one time. No service of "pitcher" of "carafe" sales of malt beverages. 10. Require security cameras be installed in sufficient quantity and quality to cover the interior of the licensed premise, the outside seating area, the front entrance and rear entrance. Due to past noise complaints (previous tenant) from the rear of this location resulting from trash being removed from the premises at closing, a camera covering the dumpster area should also be included. These cameras should be maintained in working order and the data from the cameras should be held for a period of at least 30 days. The camera data shall be made available upon request of any Town agency such as Police, Fire and Health department. 11. Require as part of their policy for the Safe Service of Alcohol, that employees are required to identify any patron who looks under 35 years old and a failure to do so will result in disciplinary action against the employee..”
Approve the application of a New Common Victualler (no alcohol) and Entertainment license for Krajangsart Corp D/B/A Rod D by Sitti, 1422-1424 Beacon Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a New Common Victualler (no alcohol) and Entertainment license for Krajangsart Corp D/B/A Rod D by Sitti, 1422-1424 Beacon Street. This will be replacing the current Rod Dee. Manager will be Sittithep Krajangsart. Hours of operation will be Monday-Sunday: 11:00am-11:00pm. Seating will consist of 16 seats. Entertainment will be radio and televisions. Hours of operation for the current Rod Dee is Monday - Thursday 11:00am - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday 11:00am - 10:30pm and Sunday 12:00pm - 10:00pm.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a New Common Victualler (no alcohol) and Entertainment license for Krajangsart Corp D/B/A Rod D by Sitti, 1422-1424 Beacon Street. This will be replacing the current Rod Dee. Manager will be Sittithep Krajangsart. Hours of operation will be Monday-Sunday: 11:00am-11:00pm. Seating will consist of 16 seats. Entertainment will be radio and televisions. Hours of operation for the current Rod Dee is Monday - Thursday 11:00am - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday 11:00am - 10:30pm and Sunday 12:00pm - 10:00pm. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application of the Beta Two Group, LLC d/b/a Regal Beagle, 308 Harvard Street for approval of management agreement with M&L Hospitality LLC. Manager will be Meghan Murphy
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of the Beta Two Group, LLC d/b/a Regal Beagle, 308 Harvard Street for approval of management agreement with M&L Hospitality LLC. Manager will be Meghan Murphy. Alternate Manager will be Luke Hayden.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of the Beta Two Group, LLC d/b/a Regal Beagle, 308 Harvard Street for approval of management agreement with M&L Hospitality LLC. Manager will be Meghan Murphy. Alternate Manager will be Luke Hayden. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on article 16 as amended by the Subcommittee on Planning and Regulation: That the Town, pursuant to General Laws Chapter 40, Section 22A½, establish a Parking Benefit District in...
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on article 16 as amended by the Subcommittee on Planning and Regulation: That the Town, pursuant to General Laws Chapter 40, Section 22A½, establish a Parking Benefit District in Brookline Village, as substantially described and shown below in the plan entitled "Brookline Village Parking Benefit District", in which a portion of parking revenue collected therein may be designated for use in that district through a dedicated fund in accordance with the purposes and uses listed in section 22A of said Chapter 40; the funds available to the Parking Benefit District shall only be those amounts in excess of revenue that would otherwise be applicable to the general fund through the standard meter-rate-setting process established by the Select Board; said funds shall be deposited into a special revenue fund, to be reported as part of the Department of Public Works annual budget; and further, to establish and designate a Brookline Village Parking Benefit District Advisory Board to make recommendations about said Parking Benefit District to the Select Board, which shall have the final authority on the expenditure of funds; said Advisory Board to be composed of nine members appointed by the Select Board, at least five of whom shall be individuals who own or manage commercial businesses located in the district; said members to be appointed to 3-year staggered terms by the Select Board; a vacancy arising on said Advisory Board shall be filled in
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on article 16 as amended by the Subcommittee on Planning and Regulation: That the Town, pursuant to General Laws Chapter 40, Section 22A½, establish a Parking Benefit District in Brookline Village, as substantially described and shown below in the plan entitled "Brookline Village Parking Benefit District", in which a portion of parking revenue collected therein may be designated for use in that district through a dedicated fund in accordance with the purposes and uses listed in section 22A of said Chapter 40; the funds available to the Parking Benefit District shall only be those amounts in excess of revenue that would otherwise be applicable to the general fund through the standard meter-rate-setting process established by the Select Board; said funds shall be deposited into a special revenue fund, to be reported as part of the Department of Public Works annual budget; and further, to establish and designate a Brookline Village Parking Benefit District Advisory Board to make recommendations about said Parking Benefit District to the Select Board, which shall have the final authority on the expenditure of funds; said Advisory Board to be composed of nine members appointed by the Select Board, at least five of whom shall be individuals who own or manage commercial businesses located in the district; said members to be appointed to 3-year staggered terms by the Select Board; a vacancy arising on said Advisory Board shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment for the remainder of the unexpired term. Brookline Avenue from Washington Street to Aspinwall Avenue Pearl Street Station Street Cypress Street from Washington Street to Searle Avenue Kent Street Washington Street from Pearl Street to Greenough Circle Harvard Street from Harvard Square to School Street/Aspinwall Avenue Webster Place Holden Street Pierce Street Town lots on Kent Street, Webster Place, and School Street, but not including the Town Hall Lot on Holden/Pierce Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 23 as submitted by the Climate Action Committee: That the Town will adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR THE ELECTRIFICATION OF THE TOWN'S MOTORIZED...
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 23 as submitted by the Climate Action Committee: That the Town will adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR THE ELECTRIFICATION OF THE TOWN'S MOTORIZED FLEET Whereas, Brookline has a strong desire to assist the rest of the world in stopping climate change; and Whereas, the Town must dramatically reduce its emissions via implementation of "strong and immediate" policies if it wishes to assist in keeping global warming below 1.5°C, per the December 2018 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report; and Whereas, fossil fuels for the Town's own motorized vehicles are a significant source of atmospheric carbon emissions, and all Town vehicles burn fossil fuels (although many sedans are hybrids); Whereas, a variety of all-electric vehicles (and sources of 100% clean electricity) are now available, with more becoming available every year; Whereas the Town and its fleet are an important and visible model to the public, shaping culture and belief in collective climate action; and Whereas transportation and transportation-related emissions are primarily a function of (1) vehicle fuel efficiency; (2) the carbon content/global warming potential associated with the fuel use; (3) vehicle miles traveled (VMT); (4) and other factors related to vehicle use and a vehicle culture (e.g. transportation demand; size of vehicle selected for various tasks). NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Meeting calls upon the To
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 23 as submitted by the Climate Action Committee: That the Town will adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION CALLING FOR THE ELECTRIFICATION OF THE TOWN'S MOTORIZED FLEET Whereas, Brookline has a strong desire to assist the rest of the world in stopping climate change; and Whereas, the Town must dramatically reduce its emissions via implementation of "strong and immediate" policies if it wishes to assist in keeping global warming below 1.5°C, per the December 2018 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report; and Whereas, fossil fuels for the Town's own motorized vehicles are a significant source of atmospheric carbon emissions, and all Town vehicles burn fossil fuels (although many sedans are hybrids); Whereas, a variety of all-electric vehicles (and sources of 100% clean electricity) are now available, with more becoming available every year; Whereas the Town and its fleet are an important and visible model to the public, shaping culture and belief in collective climate action; and Whereas transportation and transportation-related emissions are primarily a function of (1) vehicle fuel efficiency; (2) the carbon content/global warming potential associated with the fuel use; (3) vehicle miles traveled (VMT); (4) and other factors related to vehicle use and a vehicle culture (e.g. transportation demand; size of vehicle selected for various tasks). NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Meeting calls upon the Town to electrify the Town's motorized vehicle fleet, create a comprehensive vehicle policy (fleet and business/operational travel policy), and to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from motorized vehicles/equipment to zero by 2050. Town Meeting calls upon the Town to: A. To create a policy to prioritize the higher ranked alternative over lower ranked ones, in the following order: 1. Fully electric equipment (e.g., Battery Electric Vehicles [BEVs]); 2. Partially electric plug-in hybrid equipment (e.g., Plug-in Hybrid EVs [PHEVs]); 3. Partially electric non-plug-in hybrid equipment (e.g., conventional hybrids). B. Amend the vehicle policy within the next year to address fleet management, vehicle purchases, and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by integrating practices that advance zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure, fleet management and optimization, reductions in vehicle miles traveled (VMT), and other relevant considerations that are needed for a stable climate, environmental stewardship, equity, sustainable budgets, and community health. C. As of July 1, 2020 or using funds allocated in the budget for FY2021 and fiscal years thereafter, no longer acquire, when practical, via purchase, lease, or otherwise, fossil fuelconsuming vehicles, including cars, trucks, buses, emergency vehicles, street sweepers, lawn mowers, snow blowers, skid-steers, or any other motorized portable equipment for which a practical alternative is already acquirable, via a contract or procurement process that complies with MGL Ch. 30B. For purposes of this resolution, a practical alternative shall be determined by the Chief Procurement Officer and Fleet Manager, and defined as a commercially available non-motorized or electrified device(s) that singly can reasonably be expected to meet the required needs with equivalent utility for the intended use, as determined by the department head requesting the vehicle, after consultation with the Chief Procurement Officer and Fleet Manager, once an appropriate charger (or outlet) is installed. D. Requests Departments note the energy source(s) of vehicles in budget requests (e.g., fossil fuel, plug-in hybrid, non-plug-in hybrid, or fully electric). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT for the purchase of Public Safety vehicles, the following standards must continue to be complied with, as set forth in the following: A. For Police Department vehicles, Michigan State Police Vehicle Test results for the current model year police vehicles, and; B. For Fire Department vehicles, the NFPA 1901 Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus; NFPA 1911 Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Testing, and Retirement of In-Service Emergency Vehicles; NFPA 1914 Standard for Fire Apparatus Refurbishing; and NFPA 1915 Standard for Fire Apparatus Preventive Maintenance Program. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT although much of the Town's school bus and school van transport is currently provided by contract, such that vehicles are not owned or leased by the Town, the Town Meeting nevertheless encourages the Town and Schools to explore electrification of the contracted fleet and, as soon as is practical and cost effective, to transition the contracted fleet to fully electric vehicles, by modifying or switching the contract and/or by acquiring some or all of the Town's own fleet via purchase or lease..”
Favorable action on Article 24 as submitted
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 24 as submitted.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 24 as submitted. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 26 as submitted
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 26 as submitted.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 26 as submitted. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Reconsider Article 30
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 30.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 30. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on Article 30 as amended by the Advisory Committee: That the Town adopt the following resolution: Resolution Calling for a Preliminary Study of Options for Locating a Public...
Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 30 as amended by the Advisory Committee: That the Town adopt the following resolution: Resolution Calling for a Preliminary Study of Options for Locating a Public Outdoor Swimming Facility for Brookline Residents WHEREAS, the Town of Brookline has large populations of children and of elderly persons; WHEREAS, good health and overall good quality of life for all residents is a worthy objective; WHEREAS, swimming is one of the healthiest forms of exercise for all ages; WHEREAS, outdoor community pools are opportunities for community-building; WHEREAS, swimming outdoors can be a memorable experience of childhood; WHEREAS, currently in Brookline, the only opportunities for outdoor swimming are limited to private settings; WHEREAS, most towns in the Greater Boston area comparable to Brookline provide their residents with one - and sometimes more than one - outdoor swimming facility (for example, Needham, Newton, Natick, Wellesley, Waltham, Watertown, Milton, Belmont, Norwood, Framingham, Hingham); WHEREAS, the Town of Brookline is the largest town in Massachusetts; WHEREAS, the Town of Brookline was the site of the first public indoor swimming pool, built in the 1890s; WHEREAS, Brookline residents surveyed by the Town placed having an outdoor swimming pool high on their list of priorities for parks and open space; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Town Meeting calls for a preliminary study of locating and operating an outdoor swimming facili
From the minutes
“Voted 5-0 Favorable action on Article 30 as amended by the Advisory Committee: That the Town adopt the following resolution: Resolution Calling for a Preliminary Study of Options for Locating a Public Outdoor Swimming Facility for Brookline Residents WHEREAS, the Town of Brookline has large populations of children and of elderly persons; WHEREAS, good health and overall good quality of life for all residents is a worthy objective; WHEREAS, swimming is one of the healthiest forms of exercise for all ages; WHEREAS, outdoor community pools are opportunities for community-building; WHEREAS, swimming outdoors can be a memorable experience of childhood; WHEREAS, currently in Brookline, the only opportunities for outdoor swimming are limited to private settings; WHEREAS, most towns in the Greater Boston area comparable to Brookline provide their residents with one - and sometimes more than one - outdoor swimming facility (for example, Needham, Newton, Natick, Wellesley, Waltham, Watertown, Milton, Belmont, Norwood, Framingham, Hingham); WHEREAS, the Town of Brookline is the largest town in Massachusetts; WHEREAS, the Town of Brookline was the site of the first public indoor swimming pool, built in the 1890s; WHEREAS, Brookline residents surveyed by the Town placed having an outdoor swimming pool high on their list of priorities for parks and open space; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Town Meeting calls for a preliminary study of locating and operating an outdoor swimming facility for Brookline residents, to be led by the Department of Parks and Open Space, at any location deemed appropriate to evaluate; with such initial analysis serving as preparatory for a more comprehensive study of feasibility to be initiated thereafter. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
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