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April 30, 2019
24 recorded votes, 3 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:
- 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, Greene, Heller, WishinskyThe roll call does not list Heather Hamilton, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene.”
Approve the minutes of April 16, 2019 as submitted
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of April 16, 2019 as submitted.
Yes: Franco, Greene, Heller, WishinskyHeather Hamilton is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of April 16, 2019 as submitted. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene Absent: Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the following contracts for Owner Project Manager services with Leftfield, Boston Massachusetts: Baldwin School Owner Project Manager Services, Leftfield, $45,620 Driscoll School Owner...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following contracts for Owner Project Manager services with Leftfield, Boston Massachusetts: Baldwin School Owner Project Manager Services, Leftfield, $45,620 Driscoll School Owner Project Manager Services, Leftfield, $45,620
Yes: Franco, Greene, Heller, WishinskyHeather Hamilton is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following contracts for Owner Project Manager services with Leftfield, Boston Massachusetts: Baldwin School Owner Project Manager Services, Leftfield, $45,620 Driscoll School Owner Project Manager Services, Leftfield, $45,620 Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene Absent: Heather Hamilton.”
Approve additional funding for the Real Estate force account in the amount of $25,000.00 in connection with the High School Expansion Project - MBTA Easement
On motion it was, Voted to approve additional funding for the Real Estate force account in the amount of $25,000.00 in connection with the High School Expansion Project - MBTA Easement.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve additional funding for the Real Estate force account in the amount of $25,000.00 in connection with the High School Expansion Project - MBTA Easement. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve Amendment No. 6 in the amount of $36,960.00 with William Rawn Associates in connection to the Brookline High School Expansion Project
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment No. 6 in the amount of $36,960.00 with William Rawn Associates in connection to the Brookline High School Expansion Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment No. 6 in the amount of $36,960.00 with William Rawn Associates in connection to the Brookline High School Expansion Project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve a Construction Delivery Method - Construction Management @ Risk for the Driscoll School Project and the Baldwin School Project
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Construction Delivery Method - Construction Management @ Risk for the Driscoll School Project and the Baldwin School Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Construction Delivery Method - Construction Management @ Risk for the Driscoll School Project and the Baldwin School Project. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the following transfer within the DPW appropriation: From: 42004220 510101 Perm. full time salaries $30,000.00 To: 42004900 522070 Motor Veh/Equip R&M $30,000.00
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the DPW appropriation: From: 42004220 510101 Perm. full time salaries $30,000.00 To: 42004900 522070 Motor Veh/Equip R&M $30,000.00
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the DPW appropriation: From: 42004220 510101 Perm. full time salaries $30,000.00 To: 42004900 522070 Motor Veh/Equip R&M $30,000.00 Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the following transfer within the Health and Human Services appropriation: From: 51005100 561010 Perm. full time salaries $15,000.00 To: 51005120 510101 Electricity $10,000.00 To: 51005110...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Health and Human Services appropriation: From: 51005100 561010 Perm. full time salaries $15,000.00 To: 51005120 510101 Electricity $10,000.00 To: 51005110 561011 Natural gas $5,000.00
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Health and Human Services appropriation: From: 51005100 561010 Perm. full time salaries $15,000.00 To: 51005120 510101 Electricity $10,000.00 To: 51005110 561011 Natural gas $5,000.00 Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the proposed police detail wage rate
On motion it was, Voted to approve the proposed police detail wage rate.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the proposed police detail wage rate. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and authorize the issuance of a Request for Proposals for the Kent/Station Street Town-owned parking lot to solicit development proposals for affordable senior housing, subject to review...
On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the issuance of a Request for Proposals for the Kent/Station Street Town-owned parking lot to solicit development proposals for affordable senior housing, subject to review and approval of the final RFP language by the Director of Planning and Community Development, and to include approval and review from Board Member Heather Hamilton as the Board's liaison.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the issuance of a Request for Proposals for the Kent/Station Street Town-owned parking lot to solicit development proposals for affordable senior housing, subject to review and approval of the final RFP language by the Director of Planning and Community Development, and to include approval and review from Board Member Heather Hamilton as the Board's liaison. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston to be held on Saturday, May 4, 2019 for a Dance Group from 6:30PM - 11:30PM at 162 Goddard Ave
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston to be held on Saturday, May 4, 2019 for a Dance Group from 6:30PM - 11:30PM at 162 Goddard Ave.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston to be held on Saturday, May 4, 2019 for a Dance Group from 6:30PM - 11:30PM at 162 Goddard Ave. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Larz Anderson to be held on Thursday May 9, 2019 for an Exhibit Opening Reception from 5:30PM - 10:30PM at 15 Newton Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Larz Anderson to be held on Thursday May 9, 2019 for an Exhibit Opening Reception from 5:30PM - 10:30PM at 15 Newton Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Larz Anderson to be held on Thursday May 9, 2019 for an Exhibit Opening Reception from 5:30PM - 10:30PM at 15 Newton Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Non-Sales License to Larz Anderson to be held on Saturday May 11, 2019 for a Wedding from 4:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Non-Sales License to Larz Anderson to be held on Saturday May 11, 2019 for a Wedding from 4:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Non-Sales License to Larz Anderson to be held on Saturday May 11, 2019 for a Wedding from 4:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant the following Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales Pine Manor College, 400 Heath Street: Thursday May 9, 2019 for Corporate Dinner Event from 6:00PM - 9:00PM Saturday May 11, 2019 for a...
On motion it was, Voted to grant the following Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales Pine Manor College, 400 Heath Street: Thursday May 9, 2019 for Corporate Dinner Event from 6:00PM - 9:00PM Saturday May 11, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:30PM - 10:30PM Tuesday May 14, 2019 for a Corporate Luncheon from 10:00AM - 1:00PM Sunday May 19, 2019 for a Graduation Dinner from 3:00PM - 7:00PM Saturday May 25, 2019 for a Bat Mitzvah from 6:30PM - 10:30PM
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant the following Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales Pine Manor College, 400 Heath Street: Thursday May 9, 2019 for Corporate Dinner Event from 6:00PM - 9:00PM Saturday May 11, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:30PM - 10:30PM Tuesday May 14, 2019 for a Corporate Luncheon from 10:00AM - 1:00PM Sunday May 19, 2019 for a Graduation Dinner from 3:00PM - 7:00PM Saturday May 25, 2019 for a Bat Mitzvah from 6:30PM - 10:30PM Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages License Sales to ArtBarn/Deborah Troderman for a fundraiser on Saturday May 11, 2019 from 7:00pm-10:00pm, 15 Marion Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages License Sales to ArtBarn/Deborah Troderman for a fundraiser on Saturday May 11, 2019 from 7:00pm-10:00pm, 15 Marion Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages License Sales to ArtBarn/Deborah Troderman for a fundraiser on Saturday May 11, 2019 from 7:00pm-10:00pm, 15 Marion Street. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the following vacancy in the Recreation Department: Resource Manager/Performance Analyst (T-7)
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following vacancy in the Recreation Department: Resource Manager/Performance Analyst (T-7)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following vacancy in the Recreation Department: Resource Manager/Performance Analyst (T-7) Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the vacancy of the following position in the Building Department: Local Building Inspector (GN-12)
On motion it was, Voted to approve the vacancy of the following position in the Building Department: Local Building Inspector (GN-12)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the vacancy of the following position in the Building Department: Local Building Inspector (GN-12) Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize a Sustainability and Climate Action Summit
On motion it was, Voted to authorize a Sustainability and Climate Action Summit.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize a Sustainability and Climate Action Summit. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application for the transfer from Ke Lin Inc d/b/a Chef Chow Restaurant to LaMei, Inc. d/b/a Lai Mei Hot Pot of an All Alcohol Beverages License at 230 Harvard Street, Brookline,...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for the transfer from Ke Lin Inc d/b/a Chef Chow Restaurant to LaMei, Inc. d/b/a Lai Mei Hot Pot of an All Alcohol Beverages License at 230 Harvard Street, Brookline, Massachusetts. Proposed seating capacity of 72, and proposed Operating Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11:30am-10:00pm, and Friday/Saturday 11:00am-11:00pm. Proposed entertainment will be recorded music.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for the transfer from Ke Lin Inc d/b/a Chef Chow Restaurant to LaMei, Inc. d/b/a Lai Mei Hot Pot of an All Alcohol Beverages License at 230 Harvard Street, Brookline, Massachusetts. Proposed seating capacity of 72, and proposed Operating Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11:30am-10:00pm, and Friday/Saturday 11:00am-11:00pm. Proposed entertainment will be recorded music. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the application for the keeping, storage and use of (1) tank underground of approximately 1,500 gallons for Boston Children's Hospital, Washington Street LLC located at Two Brookline Place
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for the keeping, storage and use of (1) tank underground of approximately 1,500 gallons for Boston Children's Hospital, Washington Street LLC located at Two Brookline Place.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for the keeping, storage and use of (1) tank underground of approximately 1,500 gallons for Boston Children's Hospital, Washington Street LLC located at Two Brookline Place. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
The request of National Grid for a Noise Bylaw Waiver , effective immediately in connection with work to be done to replace a gas main from the intersection of Beacon Street up to 700 Washington...
On motion it was, Voted to the request of National Grid for a Noise Bylaw Waiver , effective immediately in connection with work to be done to replace a gas main from the intersection of Beacon Street up to 700 Washington Street, for the following hours: 6 nights Sunday night through Saturday morning from 10:00 pm-10:00am. *note that the current hours daytime hours may be utilized if necessary.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to the request of National Grid for a Noise Bylaw Waiver , effective immediately in connection with work to be done to replace a gas main from the intersection of Beacon Street up to 700 Washington Street, for the following hours: 6 nights Sunday night through Saturday morning from 10:00 pm-10:00am. *note that the current hours daytime hours may be utilized if necessary. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable on appropriation submitted by the Advisory Committee on Article 9 plus the Driscoll and Baldwin School appropriations
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable on appropriation submitted by the Advisory Committee on Article 9 plus the Driscoll and Baldwin School appropriations.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable on appropriation submitted by the Advisory Committee on Article 9 plus the Driscoll and Baldwin School appropriations. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Reconsider Article 18
Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 18.
From the minutes
“Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 18. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Favorable action on the recommendation of the advisory subcommittee on Article 29
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on the recommendation of the advisory subcommittee on Article 29. That the Town will vote to adopt the following Resolution: RESOLUTION TO ENCOURAGE BROOKLINE'S TOWN MEETING TO
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on the recommendation of the advisory subcommittee on Article 29. That the Town will vote to adopt the following Resolution: RESOLUTION TO ENCOURAGE BROOKLINE'S TOWN MEETING TO.”
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