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October 15, 2019
26 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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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.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into Executive Session. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve a contract with Lorusso Corporation, Plainville, Mass in the amount of $148,799.70 for the Russett Road Improvements
On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract with Lorusso Corporation, Plainville, Mass in the amount of $148,799.70 for the Russett Road Improvements.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract with Lorusso Corporation, Plainville, Mass in the amount of $148,799.70 for the Russett Road Improvements. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve a contract with Mario Susi and Son, Dorchester MA in the amount of $499,214 for the "Complete Streets Improvements" on Harvard Street, Washington Street, & Summit Avenue
On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract with Mario Susi and Son, Dorchester MA in the amount of $499,214 for the "Complete Streets Improvements" on Harvard Street, Washington Street, & Summit Avenue.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract with Mario Susi and Son, Dorchester MA in the amount of $499,214 for the "Complete Streets Improvements" on Harvard Street, Washington Street, & Summit Avenue. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve amendment with Skanska USA Building Inc., in the amount of $11,907,382 in connection with the High School Expansion Project
On motion it was, Voted to approve amendment with Skanska USA Building Inc., in the amount of $11,907,382 in connection with the High School Expansion Project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve amendment with Skanska USA Building Inc., in the amount of $11,907,382 in connection with the High School Expansion Project. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve additional funding at a minimum amount of $25,000.00 for the Real Estate Force account in connection with legal work associated with the High School Expansion Project/MBTA easement and...
On motion it was, Voted to approve additional funding at a minimum amount of $25,000.00 for the Real Estate Force account in connection with legal work associated with the High School Expansion Project/MBTA easement and other related documents.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve additional funding at a minimum amount of $25,000.00 for the Real Estate Force account in connection with legal work associated with the High School Expansion Project/MBTA easement and other related documents. 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 Wednesday, October 16, 2019 for a Product Launch Reception from 5:309:30 PM 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 Wednesday, October 16, 2019 for a Product Launch Reception from 5:309:30 PM 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 Wednesday, October 16, 2019 for a Product Launch Reception from 5:309:30 PM at 15 Newton Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to the Pierce PTO to be held October 18, 2019 for a Fundraiser form 7:00PM-10:00 PM at 50 School Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to the Pierce PTO to be held October 18, 2019 for a Fundraiser form 7:00PM-10:00 PM at 50 School Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to the Pierce PTO to be held October 18, 2019 for a Fundraiser form 7:00PM-10:00 PM at 50 School Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Power Rowing LLC to be held November 2, 2019 for a Charity Gala from 5:00 PM-8:00 PM at 62 Harvard Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Power Rowing LLC to be held November 2, 2019 for a Charity Gala from 5:00 PM-8:00 PM at 62 Harvard Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Power Rowing LLC to be held November 2, 2019 for a Charity Gala from 5:00 PM-8:00 PM at 62 Harvard Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Olive Connection to be held on Monday, November 18, 2019 for a cooking class with Taberna de Haro from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM at 1426 Beacon Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Olive Connection to be held on Monday, November 18, 2019 for a cooking class with Taberna de Haro from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM at 1426 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Olive Connection to be held on Monday, November 18, 2019 for a cooking class with Taberna de Haro from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM at 1426 Beacon Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Coolidge Corner School PTO to be held October 18, 2019 for a Staff Social from 5:00 PM-9:00 PM at 345 Harvard Street
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Coolidge Corner School PTO to be held October 18, 2019 for a Staff Social from 5:00 PM-9:00 PM at 345 Harvard Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Coolidge Corner School PTO to be held October 18, 2019 for a Staff Social from 5:00 PM-9:00 PM at 345 Harvard 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, November 16, 2019 for a Bat Mitzvah from 7:00 PM-11:00 PM 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, November 16, 2019 for a Bat Mitzvah from 7:00 PM-11:00 PM 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, November 16, 2019 for a Bat Mitzvah from 7:00 PM-11:00 PM at 400 Heath Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application for a change in D/B/A from JHW International Holding d/b/a a little Tea to JHW International Holding d/b/a/ Royal Tea at 1378B Beacon Street. 1378B Beacon Corp is a holder...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a change in D/B/A from JHW International Holding d/b/a a little Tea to JHW International Holding d/b/a/ Royal Tea at 1378B Beacon Street. 1378B Beacon Corp is a holder of a Food Vendor License.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a change in D/B/A from JHW International Holding d/b/a a little Tea to JHW International Holding d/b/a/ Royal Tea at 1378B Beacon Street. 1378B Beacon Corp is a holder of a Food Vendor License. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the authorization to make conditional offers of employment to the seven officer applicants listed above
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to make conditional offers of employment to the seven officer applicants listed above.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to make conditional offers of employment to the seven officer applicants listed above. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the promotion within the Police Department: Sergeant Andrew Amendola to Lieutenant Detective Allen Gustie to Sergeant
On motion it was, Voted to approve the promotion within the Police Department: Sergeant Andrew Amendola to Lieutenant Detective Allen Gustie to Sergeant
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the promotion within the Police Department: Sergeant Andrew Amendola to Lieutenant Detective Allen Gustie to Sergeant Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Direct the Police Department to disable and discontinue use of the Community Safety App with redirection to the Police Department reporting contacts for any user
On motion it was, Voted to direct the Police Department to disable and discontinue use of the Community Safety App with redirection to the Police Department reporting contacts for any user. Board Member Heller challenged the motion with the change to allow the Community Safety App to be used by students within the Brookline Schools.
Yes: HellerNo: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, Hamilton
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to direct the Police Department to disable and discontinue use of the Community Safety App with redirection to the Police Department reporting contacts for any user. Board Member Heller challenged the motion with the change to allow the Community Safety App to be used by students within the Brookline Schools. Voted to direct the Police Department to disable the app for general police complaints but foster for school use. Aye: Nancy Heller Nay: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Direct the Police Department to disable the app for general police complaints but foster for school use
Voted to direct the Police Department to disable the app for general police complaints but foster for school use.
Yes: HellerNo: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, Hamilton
From the minutes
“Voted to direct the Police Department to disable the app for general police complaints but foster for school use. Aye: Nancy Heller Nay: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Direct the Police Department to disable and discontinue use of the Community Safety App with redirection to the Police Department reporting contacts for any user
Voted to direct the Police Department to disable and discontinue use of the Community Safety App with redirection to the Police Department reporting contacts for any user.
Yes: Fernandez, Franco, Greene, HamiltonNo: Heller
From the minutes
“Voted to direct the Police Department to disable and discontinue use of the Community Safety App with redirection to the Police Department reporting contacts for any user. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez Nay: Nancy Heller.”
Bring the Community Safety App before the Surveillance Committee for review and recommendations; and then brought back to the Select Board for further action
On motion it was, Voted to bring the Community Safety App before the Surveillance Committee for review and recommendations; and then brought back to the Select Board for further action. Board Member Heller made amendment to the motion to include representation from the School Department for review of the Community Safety App.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to bring the Community Safety App before the Surveillance Committee for review and recommendations; and then brought back to the Select Board for further action. Board Member Heller made amendment to the motion to include representation from the School Department for review of the Community Safety App. Voted to bring the Community Safety App before the Surveillance Committee for review and recommendations - to include school staff for expertise in this area specifically; and then brought back to the Select Board for further action. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Bring the Community Safety App before the Surveillance Committee for review and recommendations - to include school staff for expertise in this area specifically; and then brought back to the...
Voted to bring the Community Safety App before the Surveillance Committee for review and recommendations - to include school staff for expertise in this area specifically; and then brought back to the Select Board for further action.
From the minutes
“Voted to bring the Community Safety App before the Surveillance Committee for review and recommendations - to include school staff for expertise in this area specifically; and then brought back to the Select Board for further action. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Accept the Civilian Complaint Process Review Report with Addendum
On motion it was, Voted to accept the Civilian Complaint Process Review Report with Addendum.
Yes: Franco, Greene, HamiltonNo: FernandezThe roll call does not list Nancy Heller, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept the Civilian Complaint Process Review Report with Addendum. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Heather Hamilton, Nay: Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the petition 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 approve the petition 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: Harvard Street - conduit southerly and easterly from existing manhole 12806 on the east side at the intersection with Auburn Street a distance of about 17 feet.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition 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: Harvard Street - conduit southerly and easterly from existing manhole 12806 on the east side at the intersection with Auburn Street a distance of about 17 feet. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the petition Comcast 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: Harvard Street...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition Comcast 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: Harvard Street - conduit running southeasterly from an existing cable manhole at the intersection with Green Street a distance of about 125 to a new manhole.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition Comcast 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: Harvard Street - conduit running southeasterly from an existing cable manhole at the intersection with Green Street a distance of about 125 to a new manhole. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application of an All Kinds Common Victualler for Four S Enterprise, Inc. d/b/a/ BAB at 1374 Beacon Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of an All Kinds Common Victualler for Four S Enterprise, Inc. d/b/a/ BAB at 1374 Beacon Street. Proposed manager of record Jiho Ru. Hours of operation will be Monday to Thursday 11:30 AM-10:00 PM, Friday - Saturday 11:#0 AM-10:30 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM-9:00 PM. Hours for alcohol service on Sunday will be 12:00 PM-9:00 Pm. Seating for 46 seats. Application for Alternate Manager Sangwan Lee for Four S Enterprise, Inc. d/b/a BAB at 1374 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of an All Kinds Common Victualler for Four S Enterprise, Inc. d/b/a/ BAB at 1374 Beacon Street. Proposed manager of record Jiho Ru. Hours of operation will be Monday to Thursday 11:30 AM-10:00 PM, Friday - Saturday 11:#0 AM-10:30 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM-9:00 PM. Hours for alcohol service on Sunday will be 12:00 PM-9:00 Pm. Seating for 46 seats. Application for Alternate Manager Sangwan Lee for Four S Enterprise, Inc. d/b/a BAB at 1374 Beacon Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application of an All Kinds Common Victualler for PCTERRACE, LLC d/b/a/ Noah's Kitchen at 18 Harvard Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of an All Kinds Common Victualler for PCTERRACE, LLC d/b/a/ Noah's Kitchen at 18 Harvard Street. Proposed manager of record Bin Chen. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday 11:00AM - 10:00 PM. Hours for alcohol service will be Monday to Saturday 11:00 AM- 10:00 PM and Sunday 12:00 PM-10:00 PM. Seating for 20 seats. Application for Alternate Manager Song Jiang for PCTERRACE, LLC d/b/a/ Noah's Kitchen at 18 Harvard Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of an All Kinds Common Victualler for PCTERRACE, LLC d/b/a/ Noah's Kitchen at 18 Harvard Street. Proposed manager of record Bin Chen. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday 11:00AM - 10:00 PM. Hours for alcohol service will be Monday to Saturday 11:00 AM- 10:00 PM and Sunday 12:00 PM-10:00 PM. Seating for 20 seats. Application for Alternate Manager Song Jiang for PCTERRACE, LLC d/b/a/ Noah's Kitchen at 18 Harvard Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the application of New Common Victualler for Momos, Inc. d/b/a/Maluken Sushi Express at 1038 Beacon Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of New Common Victualler for Momos, Inc. d/b/a/Maluken Sushi Express at 1038 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Sunday-Thursday 11:00 AM10:30 PM and Friday - Saturday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM seating for only 10 seats.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of New Common Victualler for Momos, Inc. d/b/a/Maluken Sushi Express at 1038 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Sunday-Thursday 11:00 AM10:30 PM and Friday - Saturday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM seating for only 10 seats. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
Call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at 8:00 p.m. at the High School Auditorium; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's ByLaws; to open and...
On motion it was, Voted To call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at 8:00 p.m. at the High School Auditorium; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's ByLaws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the said Warrant the following articles: ARTICLE 1 To see if the Town will amend the General By-Laws by amending Section 8.37.5, Paragraph B.5 as follows: 5. The hours of operation of Marijuana Establishments shall be set by the Select Board with the maximum range of hours for Marijuana Retailers being 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Mondays through Saturdays, and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. The Licensee shall not change its hours of operation without Board approval. Or take any other action relative thereto ARTICLE 2 To see if the Town will amend the General By-Laws by amending Section 8.37.5, Paragraph B., as follows: Add the following new subsection: 18. Purchases by customers from Marijuana Retailers (not to include Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers) shall be made solely on a reserve ahead basis for pick up at the Marijuana Retailer facility, provided, however, that if a customer requires the assistance of a marijuana consultant at the facility, an advance appointment is required; all such reserve ahead purchases require confirmation of the time at which a pick-up may be made; and, all reserve ahead pickups and appointments for consultation shall be scheduled and, if necessary, limited, to avoid nuisance conditions in surroun
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted To call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at 8:00 p.m. at the High School Auditorium; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's ByLaws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the said Warrant the following articles: ARTICLE 1 To see if the Town will amend the General By-Laws by amending Section 8.37.5, Paragraph B.5 as follows: 5. The hours of operation of Marijuana Establishments shall be set by the Select Board with the maximum range of hours for Marijuana Retailers being 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Mondays through Saturdays, and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. The Licensee shall not change its hours of operation without Board approval. Or take any other action relative thereto ARTICLE 2 To see if the Town will amend the General By-Laws by amending Section 8.37.5, Paragraph B., as follows: Add the following new subsection: 18. Purchases by customers from Marijuana Retailers (not to include Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers) shall be made solely on a reserve ahead basis for pick up at the Marijuana Retailer facility, provided, however, that if a customer requires the assistance of a marijuana consultant at the facility, an advance appointment is required; all such reserve ahead purchases require confirmation of the time at which a pick-up may be made; and, all reserve ahead pickups and appointments for consultation shall be scheduled and, if necessary, limited, to avoid nuisance conditions in surrounding neighborhoods as provided in Section 8.37.5, Paragraph 8.9. above, as well as to otherwise comply with State and local law. Or take any other action relative thereto ARTICLE 3 To see if the Town will vote to adopt the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED, that Town Meeting requests that the Select Board not issue new operating licenses for Retail Marijuana Establishments until such time as: (1) the Select Board appoints a study committee, which shall include, among others, representatives from impacted neighborhoods, to assess the effectiveness of Brookline's marijuana by-laws and policies given Brookline's recent experience with the sale of recreational marijuana including NETA's operation and its neighborhood impact, and (2) the appointed study committee submits its findings and recommendations at a public hearing held by the Select Board no later than March 1,2020. Aye: Bernard Greene, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez..”
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