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Brookline Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting

September 3, 2019

36 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Enter into executive session

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Approve the minutes of August 6, 2019 as amended

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of August 6, 2019 as amended.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of August 6, 2019 as amended. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Approve a Change Order in the amount of $17,000.00 related to contract PW/19-16 "Traffic/Safety Improvements at the Intersection of Hammond Street and Woodland Road" with WorldTech Engineering

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve a Change Order in the amount of $17,000.00 related to contract PW/19-16 "Traffic/Safety Improvements at the Intersection of Hammond Street and Woodland Road" with WorldTech Engineering.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Change Order in the amount of $17,000.00 related to contract PW/19-16 "Traffic/Safety Improvements at the Intersection of Hammond Street and Woodland Road" with WorldTech Engineering. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Approve and execute contract PW/20-09 "Stedman Street Improvement" in the amount of $81,183.45 with Mario Susi & Son, Inc. Dorchester, MA

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute contract PW/20-09 "Stedman Street Improvement" in the amount of $81,183.45 with Mario Susi & Son, Inc. Dorchester, MA.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute contract PW/20-09 "Stedman Street Improvement" in the amount of $81,183.45 with Mario Susi & Son, Inc. Dorchester, MA. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Approve and authorize the Chair to execute the following FY 2020 CDBG Sub-recipient Agreements: Council on Aging (Brookline Elder Taxi System) $34,005.00 Brookline Community Mental Health Center:...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute the following FY 2020 CDBG Sub-recipient Agreements: Council on Aging (Brookline Elder Taxi System) $34,005.00 Brookline Community Mental Health Center: (Comprehensive Services for Children and Families) $34,670.00 (Adolescent Outreach) $43,673.00 (Facility Improvements - Energy Efficient HVAC Installation) $30,641.00 Steps to Success (Work Connections/Youth Training Program) $61,717.00 Brookline Housing Authority: (Brookline ESOL Program) $13,695.00 (Next Steps Program) $10,785.00 (BHA Resident Security Project) $435,850.00 Brookline Public Schools (Parent Child Home Program) $7,145.00 Brookline Improvement Coalition (BIC) (Funding for safety and energy efficiency improvements) $59,250.00

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute the following FY 2020 CDBG Sub-recipient Agreements: Council on Aging (Brookline Elder Taxi System) $34,005.00 Brookline Community Mental Health Center: (Comprehensive Services for Children and Families) $34,670.00 (Adolescent Outreach) $43,673.00 (Facility Improvements - Energy Efficient HVAC Installation) $30,641.00 Steps to Success (Work Connections/Youth Training Program) $61,717.00 Brookline Housing Authority: (Brookline ESOL Program) $13,695.00 (Next Steps Program) $10,785.00 (BHA Resident Security Project) $435,850.00 Brookline Public Schools (Parent Child Home Program) $7,145.00 Brookline Improvement Coalition (BIC) (Funding for safety and energy efficiency improvements) $59,250.00 Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $17,800.00 with Desman Design Management in connection with "Water Department Garage"

Minutes, page 4

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $17,800.00 with Desman Design Management in connection with "Water Department Garage".

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $17,800.00 with Desman Design Management in connection with "Water Department Garage". Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Approve the following amendments related to Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) services for the Brookline High School Project with Skanska USA Building, Inc. Amendment No. 6 in the amount of...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the following amendments related to Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) services for the Brookline High School Project with Skanska USA Building, Inc. Amendment No. 6 in the amount of $4,141,276.00 Amendment No. 7 in the amount of $7,197,850.00

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following amendments related to Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) services for the Brookline High School Project with Skanska USA Building, Inc. Amendment No. 6 in the amount of $4,141,276.00 Amendment No. 7 in the amount of $7,197,850.00 Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Accept a gift in the amount of $90,000.00 from Mrs. Nancy Hunter to be used for the benefits of Brookline Veterans at the discretion of the Veteran's Services Officer

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On motion it was, Voted to accept a gift in the amount of $90,000.00 from Mrs. Nancy Hunter to be used for the benefits of Brookline Veterans at the discretion of the Veteran's Services Officer.

The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to accept a gift in the amount of $90,000.00 from Mrs. Nancy Hunter to be used for the benefits of Brookline Veterans at the discretion of the Veteran's Services Officer..”

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

Grant a Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages License to Olive Connection to be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 for a Retail Event - Sip & Shop from 6:00PM - 8:00PM at 1426 Beacon Street

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages License to Olive Connection to be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 for a Retail Event - Sip & Shop from 6:00PM - 8:00PM at 1426 Beacon Street.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine & Malt Beverages License to Olive Connection to be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 for a Retail Event - Sip & Shop from 6:00PM - 8:00PM at 1426 Beacon Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to The Brookline Community on Aging Network to be held on Thursday, September 19, 2019 for an Annual Meeting from 5:00PM - 7:00PM

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to The Brookline Community on Aging Network to be held on Thursday, September 19, 2019 for an Annual Meeting from 5:00PM - 7:00PM.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to The Brookline Community on Aging Network to be held on Thursday, September 19, 2019 for an Annual Meeting from 5:00PM - 7:00PM. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Grant the following Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston, 162 Goddard Ave: Friday September 20th, Saturday September 21st and Sunday, September 22,...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to grant the following Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston, 162 Goddard Ave: Friday September 20th, Saturday September 21st and Sunday, September 22, 2019 for a Cathedral Festival from 12:00PM - 8:00PM Saturday, September 28, 2019 for a Wedding Reception from 6:00PM - 12:00AM

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to grant the following Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston, 162 Goddard Ave: Friday September 20th, Saturday September 21st and Sunday, September 22, 2019 for a Cathedral Festival from 12:00PM - 8:00PM Saturday, September 28, 2019 for a Wedding Reception from 6:00PM - 12:00AM Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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

Grant the following Temporary All Kinds Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum, 15 Newton Street: Saturday, September 14, 2019 for a Wedding Reception from 5:30PM - 11:00PM...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted granting the following Temporary All Kinds Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum, 15 Newton Street: Saturday, September 14, 2019 for a Wedding Reception from 5:30PM - 11:00PM Monday, September 16, 2019 for a Corporate Dinner from 4:30PM - 9:30PM Saturday, September 21, 2019 for a Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM Saturday, September 28, 2019 for a Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted granting the following Temporary All Kinds Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum, 15 Newton Street: Saturday, September 14, 2019 for a Wedding Reception from 5:30PM - 11:00PM Monday, September 16, 2019 for a Corporate Dinner from 4:30PM - 9:30PM Saturday, September 21, 2019 for a Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM Saturday, September 28, 2019 for a Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the application of Alternate Manager(s) Amy Goodrich and Kimberly Rendon for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR located at 890 Commonwealth Ave

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Alternate Manager(s) Amy Goodrich and Kimberly Rendon for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR located at 890 Commonwealth Ave.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Alternate Manager(s) Amy Goodrich and Kimberly Rendon for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR located at 890 Commonwealth Ave. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Adopt the following proclamation: The Boston House WHEREAS: The Boston House: Hope and Healing for Children with Cancer, provides a home-awayfrom-home for families with children being treated for...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to adopt the following proclamation: The Boston House WHEREAS: The Boston House: Hope and Healing for Children with Cancer, provides a home-awayfrom-home for families with children being treated for cancer at Boston Children's Hospital and DanaFarber Cancer Institute's Jimmy Fund Clinic; and WHEREAS:, Since opening its doors at 229 Kent Street in Brookline on September 7, 1979 as the Ronald McDonald House, the Boston House has continuously served thousands of such families from New England, across the nation and around the world, providing an atmosphere of caring and support, where families can share common problems during times of extreme stress; and WHEREAS:, The Boston House is owned and operated by Children's Oncology Services of Massachusetts, Incorporated, a non-profit organization that is supported by doctors and other medical personnel, local foundations, corporations and individuals, family members of children with cancer, and hundreds of volunteers, who have provided countless hours of service, as well as financial support; and WHEREAS: On Saturday, September 7, 2019, the Boston House will be officially celebrating its 40th anniversary; and WHEREAS: It is appropriate that all Brookline residents recognize the important services provided by the Boston House; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Select Board of the Town of Brookline does hereby proclaim September 7, 2019, as The Boston House: Hope and Healing for Children with Cancer Day. AND

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to adopt the following proclamation: The Boston House WHEREAS: The Boston House: Hope and Healing for Children with Cancer, provides a home-awayfrom-home for families with children being treated for cancer at Boston Children's Hospital and DanaFarber Cancer Institute's Jimmy Fund Clinic; and WHEREAS:, Since opening its doors at 229 Kent Street in Brookline on September 7, 1979 as the Ronald McDonald House, the Boston House has continuously served thousands of such families from New England, across the nation and around the world, providing an atmosphere of caring and support, where families can share common problems during times of extreme stress; and WHEREAS:, The Boston House is owned and operated by Children's Oncology Services of Massachusetts, Incorporated, a non-profit organization that is supported by doctors and other medical personnel, local foundations, corporations and individuals, family members of children with cancer, and hundreds of volunteers, who have provided countless hours of service, as well as financial support; and WHEREAS: On Saturday, September 7, 2019, the Boston House will be officially celebrating its 40th anniversary; and WHEREAS: It is appropriate that all Brookline residents recognize the important services provided by the Boston House; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Select Board of the Town of Brookline does hereby proclaim September 7, 2019, as The Boston House: Hope and Healing for Children with Cancer Day. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Select Board commend The Boston House: Hope and Healing for Children with Cancer, for its 40 years of continuous, outstanding support for children with cancer and their families. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Authorize the filling of the following five (5) vacancies within the Recreation Department: Curriculum Coordinator (GN-05) Lead Teacher (2) (GN-04) Recreation Leader (GN-07) Lead Teacher .75 (GN-04)

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following five (5) vacancies within the Recreation Department: Curriculum Coordinator (GN-05) Lead Teacher (2) (GN-04) Recreation Leader (GN-07) Lead Teacher .75 (GN-04)

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following five (5) vacancies within the Recreation Department: Curriculum Coordinator (GN-05) Lead Teacher (2) (GN-04) Recreation Leader (GN-07) Lead Teacher .75 (GN-04) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Authorize the filling of the following vacancy within the Parks and Open Space Department: Park Ranger (GN-08)

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following vacancy within the Parks and Open Space Department: Park Ranger (GN-08)

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of the following vacancy within the Parks and Open Space Department: Park Ranger (GN-08) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Approve the filling of the following vacancy within the Town Administrator's Office: Administrative Services Director (T-8)

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the filling of the following vacancy within the Town Administrator's Office: Administrative Services Director (T-8)

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the filling of the following vacancy within the Town Administrator's Office: Administrative Services Director (T-8) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Approve the filling of the following vacancy within the Human Resources Department: Labor and Employee Relations Specialist (T-8)

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the filling of the following vacancy within the Human Resources Department: Labor and Employee Relations Specialist (T-8)

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the filling of the following vacancy within the Human Resources Department: Labor and Employee Relations Specialist (T-8) Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Establish a Newbury College Zoning Committee with the proposed charge

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to establish a Newbury College Zoning Committee with the proposed charge.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to establish a Newbury College Zoning Committee with the proposed charge. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Reappoint Jesse Geller to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Jesse Geller to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Jesse Geller to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to reappoint Lark Palermo to the Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Associate member for a term ending August 31, 2021, or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Paul Bell Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Associate member for a term ending August 31, 2021, or until a successor can be appointed. Pierce School Building Committee - Item held Park and Recreation Commission On motion it was, Voted to reappoint James Carroll to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to reappoint Antonia Bellalta to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee On motion it was, Voted to appoint Adelaide Ketchum (Pedestrian Advisory Committee member) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Frank Caro (Petitioner of Article 22) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Reappoint Lark Palermo to the Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Associate member for a term ending August 31, 2021, or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to reappoint Lark Palermo to the Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Associate member for a term ending August 31, 2021, or until a successor can be appointed.

From the minutes

“Voted to reappoint Lark Palermo to the Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Associate member for a term ending August 31, 2021, or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Paul Bell Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Associate member for a term ending August 31, 2021, or until a successor can be appointed. Pierce School Building Committee - Item held Park and Recreation Commission On motion it was, Voted to reappoint James Carroll to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to reappoint Antonia Bellalta to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee On motion it was, Voted to appoint Adelaide Ketchum (Pedestrian Advisory Committee member) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Frank Caro (Petitioner of Article 22) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Appoint Paul Bell Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Associate member for a term ending August 31, 2021, or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to appoint Paul Bell Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Associate member for a term ending August 31, 2021, or until a successor can be appointed. Pierce School Building Committee - Item held Park and Recreation Commission

From the minutes

“Voted to appoint Paul Bell Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Associate member for a term ending August 31, 2021, or until a successor can be appointed. Pierce School Building Committee - Item held Park and Recreation Commission On motion it was, Voted to reappoint James Carroll to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to reappoint Antonia Bellalta to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee On motion it was, Voted to appoint Adelaide Ketchum (Pedestrian Advisory Committee member) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Frank Caro (Petitioner of Article 22) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Reappoint James Carroll to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to reappoint James Carroll to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to reappoint James Carroll to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to reappoint Antonia Bellalta to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee On motion it was, Voted to appoint Adelaide Ketchum (Pedestrian Advisory Committee member) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Frank Caro (Petitioner of Article 22) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Reappoint Antonia Bellalta to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to reappoint Antonia Bellalta to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee

From the minutes

“Voted to reappoint Antonia Bellalta to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021 or until a successor can be appointed. Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee On motion it was, Voted to appoint Adelaide Ketchum (Pedestrian Advisory Committee member) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Frank Caro (Petitioner of Article 22) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Appoint Adelaide Ketchum (Pedestrian Advisory Committee member) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to appoint Adelaide Ketchum (Pedestrian Advisory Committee member) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Adelaide Ketchum (Pedestrian Advisory Committee member) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Frank Caro (Petitioner of Article 22) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Appoint Frank Caro (Petitioner of Article 22) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to appoint Frank Caro (Petitioner of Article 22) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee

From the minutes

“Voted to appoint Frank Caro (Petitioner of Article 22) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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Appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee

From the minutes

“Voted to appoint Jean Doherty (Council on Aging designee) to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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Appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee

From the minutes

“Voted to appoint Jennifer Piezak to the Pedestrian Friendly Streetlight Committee Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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Appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging

From the minutes

“Voted to appoint Jesse Hefter Pedestrian to the Friendly Streetlight Committee Council on Aging On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

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Reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022

Minutes, page 13

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to reappoint John Mulhane for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members

Minutes, page 13

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members

From the minutes

“Voted to reappoint Roberta Winitzer for a term ending August 31, 2022 Associate Members Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members

Minutes, page 13

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members

From the minutes

“Voted to reappoint Sherry Lee for a term ending August 31, 2022 New Associate Members Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022

Minutes, page 13

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022

From the minutes

“Voted to appoint Saul Feldman for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022

Minutes, page 13

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022

From the minutes

“Voted to appoint Marcia Goldstein for a term ending August 31, 2022 Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES Question of reviewing and executing the 2019 Special Town Meeting warrant. Deputy Town Administrator Melissa Goff gave a brief review of the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. It was determined to delete the current Article 5 due to redundancy with Article 6. The warrant now has 34 submitted articles. On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022

Minutes, page 13

AppointPassed · No count or names in the minutes

Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022

The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.

From the minutes

“Voted to appoint Soo Moy for a term ending August 31, 2022.”

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Execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to execute the November 19, 2019 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

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