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June 18, 2019
25 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list in these minutes is incomplete or wrong (one name is blank and Raul Fernandez is not listed); the members shown as present are the members named in the roll calls.
Present: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into executive session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Roll call:
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Roll call: Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the minutes of May 23, 2019
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of May 23, 2019
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of May 23, 2019 Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Adopt a Proclamation acknowledging New Paris Bakery on their 100th anniversary
On motion it was, Voted to adopt a Proclamation acknowledging New Paris Bakery on their 100th anniversary.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to adopt a Proclamation acknowledging New Paris Bakery on their 100th anniversary. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve and execute a contract amendment with William Rawn Associates in the credit amount of ($18,253.00) in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion project
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract amendment with William Rawn Associates in the credit amount of ($18,253.00) in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute a contract amendment with William Rawn Associates in the credit amount of ($18,253.00) in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion project. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve a contract amendment with Hill International in the amount of $26,000.00 for additional services related to the Brookline High School Expansion project
On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract amendment with Hill International in the amount of $26,000.00 for additional services related to the Brookline High School Expansion project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract amendment with Hill International in the amount of $26,000.00 for additional services related to the Brookline High School Expansion project. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve a Change Order in the amount of $19,049.00 with Calhess Restoration and Weatherproofing Corp. in connection to the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse Exterior Restoration project
Question of approving a Change Order in the amount of $19,049.00 with Calhess Restoration and Weatherproofing Corp. in connection to the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse Exterior Restoration project.
From the minutes
“Question of approving a Change Order in the amount of $19,049.00 with Calhess Restoration and Weatherproofing Corp. in connection to the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse Exterior Restoration project. Ray Masak reviewed the contract related to the Gatehouse project which includes repointing of the stone. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Change Order in the amount of $19,049.00 with Calhess Restoration and Weatherproofing Corp. in connection to the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse Exterior Restoration project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Change Order in the amount of $19,049.00 with Calhess Restoration and Weatherproofing Corp. in connection to the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse Exterior Restoration project. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve Change Order No. 2 with, JJ Cardosi, in the amount of $47,900.00 in connection to Fire Station No. 6 - Fleet Maintenance and Training Facility
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order No. 2 with, JJ Cardosi, in the amount of $47,900.00 in connection to Fire Station No. 6 - Fleet Maintenance and Training Facility.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order No. 2 with, JJ Cardosi, in the amount of $47,900.00 in connection to Fire Station No. 6 - Fleet Maintenance and Training Facility. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve a contract amendment in the amount of $4,100.00 in connection with the grant agreement with the Massachusetts Historical Commission for the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse
On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract amendment in the amount of $4,100.00 in connection with the grant agreement with the Massachusetts Historical Commission for the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract amendment in the amount of $4,100.00 in connection with the grant agreement with the Massachusetts Historical Commission for the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the following two (2) Chapter 90 Reimbursement Requests: In the amount of $29,756.80 for a reimbursement related to Contract PW/19-03 "Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons on Beacon Street at...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following two (2) Chapter 90 Reimbursement Requests: In the amount of $29,756.80 for a reimbursement related to Contract PW/19-03 "Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons on Beacon Street at Winthrop Road". In the amount of $393,447.01 for a reimbursement related to contract PW/18-25 "Reconstruction of Babcock Street".
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following two (2) Chapter 90 Reimbursement Requests: In the amount of $29,756.80 for a reimbursement related to Contract PW/19-03 "Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons on Beacon Street at Winthrop Road". In the amount of $393,447.01 for a reimbursement related to contract PW/18-25 "Reconstruction of Babcock Street". Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve an insert in the next Tax Bill regarding the Community Aggregation program
On motion it was, Voted to approve an insert in the next Tax Bill regarding the Community Aggregation program.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve an insert in the next Tax Bill regarding the Community Aggregation program. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve a transfer within the Town Clerk's appropriation as follows: From: 16201620 524010 Profess/Tech $2,500.00 To: 16201620 533210 Meals & Reception $2,500.00
On motion it was, Voted to approve a transfer within the Town Clerk's appropriation as follows: From: 16201620 524010 Profess/Tech $2,500.00 To: 16201620 533210 Meals & Reception $2,500.00
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a transfer within the Town Clerk's appropriation as follows: From: 16201620 524010 Profess/Tech $2,500.00 To: 16201620 533210 Meals & Reception $2,500.00 Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Sunday, August 25, 2019 for a Wedding from 3:30PM - 8:00PM at 400 Heath Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Sunday, August 25, 2019 for a Wedding from 3:30PM - 8:00PM at 400 Heath Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Sunday, August 25, 2019 for a Wedding from 3:30PM - 8:00PM at 400 Heath Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Sunday, September 1, 2019 for a Wedding from 6:00PM - 10:00PM at 400 Heath Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Sunday, September 1, 2019 for a Wedding from 6:00PM - 10:00PM at 400 Heath Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Sunday, September 1, 2019 for a Wedding from 6:00PM - 10:00PM at 400 Heath Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:00PM - 10:00PM at 400 Heath Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:00PM - 10:00PM at 400 Heath Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:00PM - 10:00PM at 400 Heath Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Sunday, September 28, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:30PM - 10:30PM at 400 Heath Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Sunday, September 28, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:30PM - 10:30PM at 400 Heath Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to Pine Manor College to be held on Sunday, September 28, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:30PM - 10:30PM at 400 Heath Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application for an Entertainment License amendment to add Karaoke to existing license for Jin Brookline Inc. d/b/a Jin's Fine Asian Cuisine Sushi Bar at 329 Harvard Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for an Entertainment License amendment to add Karaoke to existing license for Jin Brookline Inc. d/b/a Jin's Fine Asian Cuisine Sushi Bar at 329 Harvard Street. Currently a holder of an All Kinds Common Victualler License.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for an Entertainment License amendment to add Karaoke to existing license for Jin Brookline Inc. d/b/a Jin's Fine Asian Cuisine Sushi Bar at 329 Harvard Street. Currently a holder of an All Kinds Common Victualler License. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the following transfer within the Police Department appropriation: From: 21002010 539031 Public Safety Supp To: 21002010 561021 Gasoline $ 12,900.00 $12,900.00 From: 21002020 5A0011...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Police Department appropriation: From: 21002010 539031 Public Safety Supp To: 21002010 561021 Gasoline $ 12,900.00 $12,900.00 From: 21002020 5A0011 Communications To: 21002010 561010 Electricity 21002010 524010 Prof & Tech 21002020 525002 Wireless Comm $13,250.00 $12,000.00 $250.00 $1,000.00
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Police Department appropriation: From: 21002010 539031 Public Safety Supp To: 21002010 561021 Gasoline $ 12,900.00 $12,900.00 From: 21002020 5A0011 Communications To: 21002010 561010 Electricity 21002010 524010 Prof & Tech 21002020 525002 Wireless Comm $13,250.00 $12,000.00 $250.00 $1,000.00 Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Authorize the filling of the following vacancies within the Building Department: Energy Management Systems Specialist (T-06) Electrical Inspector (GN-13) Local Building Inspector (GN-12)
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following vacancies within the Building Department: Energy Management Systems Specialist (T-06) Electrical Inspector (GN-13) Local Building Inspector (GN-12)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following vacancies within the Building Department: Energy Management Systems Specialist (T-06) Electrical Inspector (GN-13) Local Building Inspector (GN-12) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application for the transfer of an All Kinds Beverages License from 236 Brookline Corp d/b/a el Centro to Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. Proposed...
Voted to approve the application for the transfer of an All Kinds Beverages License from 236 Brookline Corp d/b/a el Centro to Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager of record is Eileen Boonak. Hours will be Sunday 12:00pm-10:00pm, Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 11:00pm, Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 11:30pm.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application for the transfer of an All Kinds Beverages License from 236 Brookline Corp d/b/a el Centro to Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager of record is Eileen Boonak. Hours will be Sunday 12:00pm-10:00pm, Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 11:00pm, Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 11:30pm. 2. Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Chompon Boonak for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. 3. Voted to approve the application for a New Common Victualler for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. Seating will consist of 26 seats. Hours will be Sunday 9:00am-10:00pm, Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 11:00pm, Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 11:30pm. 4. Voted to approve the application for a New Entertainment License for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA 7 days a week, to include radio and taped music. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application for Alternate Manager Chompon Boonak for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA
Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Chompon Boonak for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Chompon Boonak for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. 3. Voted to approve the application for a New Common Victualler for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. Seating will consist of 26 seats. Hours will be Sunday 9:00am-10:00pm, Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 11:00pm, Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 11:30pm. 4. Voted to approve the application for a New Entertainment License for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA 7 days a week, to include radio and taped music. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application for a New Common Victualler for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. Seating will consist of 26 seats
Voted to approve the application for a New Common Victualler for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. Seating will consist of 26 seats. Hours will be Sunday 9:00am-10:00pm, Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 11:00pm, Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 11:30pm.
From the minutes
“3. Voted to approve the application for a New Common Victualler for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA. Seating will consist of 26 seats. Hours will be Sunday 9:00am-10:00pm, Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 11:00pm, Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 11:30pm. 4. Voted to approve the application for a New Entertainment License for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA 7 days a week, to include radio and taped music. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application for a New Entertainment License for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA 7 days a week, to include radio and taped music
Voted to approve the application for a New Entertainment License for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA 7 days a week, to include radio and taped music.
From the minutes
“4. Voted to approve the application for a New Entertainment License for Fat Duck LLC d/b/a Mahaniyum at 236 Washington Street Brookline, MA 7 days a week, to include radio and taped music. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the change of ownership and control request from New England Treatment Access, LLC ("NETA") with regard to the Marijuana Retail License, and a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License at...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the change of ownership and control request from New England Treatment Access, LLC ("NETA") with regard to the Marijuana Retail License, and a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License at 160 Washington Street. *with the following seven (7) conditions: 1. The licensee and individuals and entities associated with this change in ownership and control may now effectuate any outstanding business agreements related to the change. The licensee will notify the Commission when the change in ownership and control has occurred. 2. The licensee is subject to inspection to ascertain compliance with Commission regulations; 3. The licensee remains suitable for licensure; 4. The licensee shall cooperate with and provide information to Commission staff; 5. The licensure is subject to notification to the Commission of any update to written operations plans required by 935 CMR 105 (1) after effectuating the change in ownership and control, if applicable, and shall give Commission staff adequate opportunity to review said plans at the business location or the location where any such plans are maintained in the normal course of business; 6. The licensee shall, within 30 days of the execution of the change of ownership and control, submit a plan for compliance with 105 CMR 590.02(A), which supplies a local amendment to the 2013 Food Code, regarding each location where edible marijuana-infused products are produced or sold; and 7. The licensee shall, within 30 d
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the change of ownership and control request from New England Treatment Access, LLC ("NETA") with regard to the Marijuana Retail License, and a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center License at 160 Washington Street. *with the following seven (7) conditions: 1. The licensee and individuals and entities associated with this change in ownership and control may now effectuate any outstanding business agreements related to the change. The licensee will notify the Commission when the change in ownership and control has occurred. 2. The licensee is subject to inspection to ascertain compliance with Commission regulations; 3. The licensee remains suitable for licensure; 4. The licensee shall cooperate with and provide information to Commission staff; 5. The licensure is subject to notification to the Commission of any update to written operations plans required by 935 CMR 105 (1) after effectuating the change in ownership and control, if applicable, and shall give Commission staff adequate opportunity to review said plans at the business location or the location where any such plans are maintained in the normal course of business; 6. The licensee shall, within 30 days of the execution of the change of ownership and control, submit a plan for compliance with 105 CMR 590.02(A), which supplies a local amendment to the 2013 Food Code, regarding each location where edible marijuana-infused products are produced or sold; and 7. The licensee shall, within 30 days of the execution of the change of ownership and control, submit a plan to assure compliance with advertising and marketing requirements of 935 CMR 500.000. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Call the Fall 2019 Special Town Meeting and setting the Opening and Closing Dates for the Warrant
On motion it was, Voted calling the Fall 2019 Special Town Meeting and setting the Opening and Closing Dates for the Warrant. Town Meeting dates. (Thursday, August 1, 2019 Opening of Warrant) (Thursday August 29, 2019 Closing of Warrant)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted calling the Fall 2019 Special Town Meeting and setting the Opening and Closing Dates for the Warrant. Town Meeting dates. (Thursday, August 1, 2019 Opening of Warrant) (Thursday August 29, 2019 Closing of Warrant) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
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