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August 6, 2019
24 recorded votes, 8 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list in these minutes is incomplete or wrong (one name is blank and Heather Hamilton 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
During the meeting:
- Heather Hamilton is listed as absent for at least one vote.
- Nancy Heller is listed as absent for at least one vote.
- Raul Fernandez 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: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, HellerHeather Hamilton is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Raul Fernandez Absent for roll call: Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the minutes of July 23, 2019 as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of July 23, 2019 as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of July 23, 2019 as amended. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve and authorize the Chair to sign a Preservation Restriction Agreement between the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by and through the Massachusetts Historical Commission and the Town of...
On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to sign a Preservation Restriction Agreement between the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by and through the Massachusetts Historical Commission and the Town of Brookline for the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to sign a Preservation Restriction Agreement between the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by and through the Massachusetts Historical Commission and the Town of Brookline for the Brookline Reservoir Gatehouse. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve and execute contract PW/19-34 "Roadway Improvements at Webster St., Fuller St., Heath St, Kent St. & Clinton Path" in the amount of $739,929.25 with Mario Susi & Sons, Inc
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute contract PW/19-34 "Roadway Improvements at Webster St., Fuller St., Heath St, Kent St. & Clinton Path" in the amount of $739,929.25 with Mario Susi & Sons, Inc.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute contract PW/19-34 "Roadway Improvements at Webster St., Fuller St., Heath St, Kent St. & Clinton Path" in the amount of $739,929.25 with Mario Susi & Sons, Inc. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve a Change Order related to contract PW/19-18 "Essex Street Cycle Track & Intersection Improvements" in the amount of $2,712.47 with Mario Susi & Sons, Inc
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Change Order related to contract PW/19-18 "Essex Street Cycle Track & Intersection Improvements" in the amount of $2,712.47 with Mario Susi & Sons, Inc.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Change Order related to contract PW/19-18 "Essex Street Cycle Track & Intersection Improvements" in the amount of $2,712.47 with Mario Susi & Sons, Inc. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve and execute Contract No. PW/20-06 "Repair of Cement Concrete Sidewalks" in the amount of $545,270.45 with Fred Deroma & Son, Inc
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute Contract No. PW/20-06 "Repair of Cement Concrete Sidewalks" in the amount of $545,270.45 with Fred Deroma & Son, Inc.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute Contract No. PW/20-06 "Repair of Cement Concrete Sidewalks" in the amount of $545,270.45 with Fred Deroma & Son, Inc. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve and execute Contract No. PW/20-07 "Repair of Bituminous Concrete Patches" in the amount of $280,832.00 with Mario Susi & Sons Inc
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute Contract No. PW/20-07 "Repair of Bituminous Concrete Patches" in the amount of $280,832.00 with Mario Susi & Sons Inc.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute Contract No. PW/20-07 "Repair of Bituminous Concrete Patches" in the amount of $280,832.00 with Mario Susi & Sons Inc. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve Change Order No. 5 related to the Brookline High School Expansion Project -Pre GMP 5 Early Bid Package the amount of $2,109,348.00 with Skanska USA Building, Inc
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order No. 5 related to the Brookline High School Expansion Project -Pre GMP 5 Early Bid Package the amount of $2,109,348.00 with Skanska USA Building, Inc.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order No. 5 related to the Brookline High School Expansion Project -Pre GMP 5 Early Bid Package the amount of $2,109,348.00 with Skanska USA Building, Inc. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve Amendment No.11 in the amount of $57,973.00 related to Geotechnical Engineering involving the MBTA for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with William Rawn Associates
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment No.11 in the amount of $57,973.00 related to Geotechnical Engineering involving the MBTA for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with William Rawn Associates.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment No.11 in the amount of $57,973.00 related to Geotechnical Engineering involving the MBTA for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with William Rawn Associates. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve Amendment No.1, Force Account - Construction in the amount of $706,356.37 in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion Project with the MBTA
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment No.1, Force Account - Construction in the amount of $706,356.37 in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion Project with the MBTA.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment No.1, Force Account - Construction in the amount of $706,356.37 in connection with the Brookline High School Expansion Project with the MBTA. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve and execute the following document(s) related to the construction of the new Brookline High School Expansion located at 111 Cypress Street as well as certain improvements to the MBTA...
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the following document(s) related to the construction of the new Brookline High School Expansion located at 111 Cypress Street as well as certain improvements to the MBTA Brookline Hills Station, and delegate execution responsibility to the Town Administrator. 1. License for Entry granting access onto MBTA property
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the following document(s) related to the construction of the new Brookline High School Expansion located at 111 Cypress Street as well as certain improvements to the MBTA Brookline Hills Station, and delegate execution responsibility to the Town Administrator. 1. License for Entry granting access onto MBTA property Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve an Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure & Electric Vehicle Car Share Memorandum of Understanding and License Agreement with Greenspot JC, LLC
On motion it was, Voted to approve an Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure & Electric Vehicle Car Share Memorandum of Understanding and License Agreement with Greenspot JC, LLC.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve an Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure & Electric Vehicle Car Share Memorandum of Understanding and License Agreement with Greenspot JC, LLC. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 13, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 13, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:30PM - 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 The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 13, 2019 for a Wedding from 5:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Authorize the filling the following vacancy within the Fire Department: Fire Apparatus Repair Foreman: (GN-10)
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling the following vacancy within the Fire Department: Fire Apparatus Repair Foreman: (GN-10)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling the following vacancy within the Fire Department: Fire Apparatus Repair Foreman: (GN-10) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Authorize the filling of the following vacancy within the Department of Public Works: Senior Clerk/Typist (C-08)
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following vacancy within the Department of Public Works: Senior Clerk/Typist (C-08)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following vacancy within the Department of Public Works: Senior Clerk/Typist (C-08) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve an application by the Town of Brookline to join Citizens Housing & Planning Association (CHAPA) Municipal Engagement Initiative program to increase community awareness and support for...
On motion it was, Voted to approve an application by the Town of Brookline to join Citizens Housing & Planning Association (CHAPA) Municipal Engagement Initiative program to increase community awareness and support for affordable housing.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve an application by the Town of Brookline to join Citizens Housing & Planning Association (CHAPA) Municipal Engagement Initiative program to increase community awareness and support for affordable housing. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Endorsement of the principals embodied in the FUTURE Act. (9H2849/S1940)
On motion it was, Voted endorsement of the principals embodied in the FUTURE Act. (9H2849/S1940). Resolution in Support of An Act for Utility Transition to Using Renewable Energy (FUTURE Act)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted endorsement of the principals embodied in the FUTURE Act. (9H2849/S1940). Resolution in Support of An Act for Utility Transition to Using Renewable Energy (FUTURE Act).”
Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Changing Environments Inc. (DBA Soofa) for a 12 month Pilot Installation of Soofa
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Changing Environments Inc. (DBA Soofa) for a 12 month Pilot Installation of Soofa
Yes: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, HamiltonNancy Heller is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Changing Environments Inc. (DBA Soofa) for a 12 month Pilot Installation of Soofa Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez Absent: Nancy Heller.”
Approve and execute: 3. to authorize the Town Administrator to negotiate any outstanding issues under the Easement Agreement and the License for Entry with the MBTA, on such terms and conditions...
Voted to approve and execute: 3. to authorize the Town Administrator to negotiate any outstanding issues under the Easement Agreement and the License for Entry with the MBTA, on such terms and conditions as the Town Administrator deems to be in the best interests of the Town, and as may be approved by Town Counsel as to form, and execute the aforesaid agreements on behalf of the Select Board. 4. Construction Access License between the City of Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Town for access for construction purposes directly from Park Drive and Riverway Park; 5. Dedication of Municipal Parcel, whereby the Town dedicates a permanent easement on Town land for the footbridge; 6. Order of Taking, whereby the Town acquires a temporary easement at 3 Carlton Street for construction; and, further, 7. Moved that the Select Board vote to commit the sum of $372,578, appropriated in 2003 and 2009 specifically for the construction cost of the Carlton Street footbridge rehabilitation project, and enter into a Non-Participating Agreement with MassDOT for said amount, of which amount it is anticipated MassDOT will allocate the sum of $3,985,085.
Yes: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, HamiltonNancy Heller is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Voted to approve and execute: 3. to authorize the Town Administrator to negotiate any outstanding issues under the Easement Agreement and the License for Entry with the MBTA, on such terms and conditions as the Town Administrator deems to be in the best interests of the Town, and as may be approved by Town Counsel as to form, and execute the aforesaid agreements on behalf of the Select Board. 4. Construction Access License between the City of Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Town for access for construction purposes directly from Park Drive and Riverway Park; 5. Dedication of Municipal Parcel, whereby the Town dedicates a permanent easement on Town land for the footbridge; 6. Order of Taking, whereby the Town acquires a temporary easement at 3 Carlton Street for construction; and, further, 7. Moved that the Select Board vote to commit the sum of $372,578, appropriated in 2003 and 2009 specifically for the construction cost of the Carlton Street footbridge rehabilitation project, and enter into a Non-Participating Agreement with MassDOT for said amount, of which amount it is anticipated MassDOT will allocate the sum of $3,985,085. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez Absent: Nancy Heller.”
Approve the application for a new Common Victualler's license for Tatte Holdings LLC, d/b/a Tatte Bakery & Cafe at 420 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Seating will consist of 60 seats
Voted to approve the application for a new Common Victualler's license for Tatte Holdings LLC, d/b/a Tatte Bakery & Cafe at 420 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Seating will consist of 60 seats. Hours of operation will be Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 8:00PM, Saturday 8:00AM - 8:00PM, Sunday 8:00AM - 7:00PM
Yes: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, HamiltonNancy Heller is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application for a new Common Victualler's license for Tatte Holdings LLC, d/b/a Tatte Bakery & Cafe at 420 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Seating will consist of 60 seats. Hours of operation will be Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 8:00PM, Saturday 8:00AM - 8:00PM, Sunday 8:00AM - 7:00PM 2. Voted to approve the application for a new Entertainment License for Tatte Holdings LLC, d/b/a Tatte Bakery & Cafe at 420 Harvard Street Brookline, MA for radio. 7 days a week from 7:00AM - 8:00PM Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 8:00PM Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 8:00PM, Saturday 8:00AM - 8:00PM, Sunday 8:00AM - 7:00PM (same as Common Victullar license) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez Absent: Nancy Heller.”
Approve the application for a new Entertainment License for Tatte Holdings LLC, d/b/a Tatte Bakery & Cafe at 420 Harvard Street Brookline, MA for radio. 7 days a week from 7:00AM - 8:00PM...
Voted to approve the application for a new Entertainment License for Tatte Holdings LLC, d/b/a Tatte Bakery & Cafe at 420 Harvard Street Brookline, MA for radio. 7 days a week from 7:00AM - 8:00PM Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 8:00PM Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 8:00PM, Saturday 8:00AM - 8:00PM, Sunday 8:00AM - 7:00PM (same as Common Victullar license)
Yes: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, HamiltonNancy Heller is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application for a new Entertainment License for Tatte Holdings LLC, d/b/a Tatte Bakery & Cafe at 420 Harvard Street Brookline, MA for radio. 7 days a week from 7:00AM - 8:00PM Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 8:00PM Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 8:00PM, Saturday 8:00AM - 8:00PM, Sunday 8:00AM - 7:00PM (same as Common Victullar license) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez Absent: Nancy Heller.”
Approve the request of David Bosworth Company for a Noise Bylaw waiver in connection with work to be done on water mains at 700 Brookline Ave. Hours: 10pm-6am. (August 12th, 13th, and 14th 2019)
On motion it was, Voted to approve the request of David Bosworth Company for a Noise Bylaw waiver in connection with work to be done on water mains at 700 Brookline Ave. Hours: 10pm-6am. (August 12th, 13th, and 14th 2019)
Yes: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, HamiltonNancy Heller is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the request of David Bosworth Company for a Noise Bylaw waiver in connection with work to be done on water mains at 700 Brookline Ave. Hours: 10pm-6am. (August 12th, 13th, and 14th 2019) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez Absent: Nancy Heller.”
Approve the request of NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for, such a line of conduits and manholes with the necessary cables therein under...
On motion it was, Voted to approving the request of NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for, such a line of conduits and manholes with the necessary cables therein under the following public way: Babcock Street - conduit southerly from MH9881 near the intersection with the odd numbered side of Freeman Street a distance of about 110 feet thence turning and running westerly a distance of about 19 feet to 134 Babcock Street.
Yes: Franco, Greene, HamiltonNancy Heller is listed as absent for this vote. Raul Fernandez is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approving the request of NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for, such a line of conduits and manholes with the necessary cables therein under the following public way: Babcock Street - conduit southerly from MH9881 near the intersection with the odd numbered side of Freeman Street a distance of about 110 feet thence turning and running westerly a distance of about 19 feet to 134 Babcock Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton Absent: Nancy Heller, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application of Sanctuary Medicinals Inc. for a license to operate a Recreational Marijuana Dispensary license (RDM) at 1351 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA. *pending Town Counsels review...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Sanctuary Medicinals Inc. for a license to operate a Recreational Marijuana Dispensary license (RDM) at 1351 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA. *pending Town Counsels review and approval.
Yes: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, HamiltonNancy Heller is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Sanctuary Medicinals Inc. for a license to operate a Recreational Marijuana Dispensary license (RDM) at 1351 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA. *pending Town Counsels review and approval. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez Absent: Nancy Heller.”
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