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August 11, 2020
18 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the minutes of June 25, 2020 and June 30, 2020
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of June 25, 2020 and June 30, 2020
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of June 25, 2020 and June 30, 2020 Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Award and execute a contract with VHB in the amount of $26,500 to study the feasibility of Bus Prioritization as part of the Gateway East Project and a Memorandum of Understanding with the...
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with VHB in the amount of $26,500 to study the feasibility of Bus Prioritization as part of the Gateway East Project and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a contract with VHB in the amount of $26,500 to study the feasibility of Bus Prioritization as part of the Gateway East Project and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Award and execute contract number "PW/21-03 Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements on Beacon St, Green, and Washington St" with Dagel Electrical Construction Corp, 68 Industrial Way, Wilmington, MA...
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute contract number "PW/21-03 Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements on Beacon St, Green, and Washington St" with Dagel Electrical Construction Corp, 68 Industrial Way, Wilmington, MA 01887 in the amount of $196,961.00.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute contract number "PW/21-03 Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements on Beacon St, Green, and Washington St" with Dagel Electrical Construction Corp, 68 Industrial Way, Wilmington, MA 01887 in the amount of $196,961.00. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve Contract No. PW/20-19 "Walnut Hills Cemetery - Beech Avenue Roadway and Drainage Improvements" Extra Work Order #1 in the amount of $19,250
On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract No. PW/20-19 "Walnut Hills Cemetery - Beech Avenue Roadway and Drainage Improvements" Extra Work Order #1 in the amount of $19,250.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract No. PW/20-19 "Walnut Hills Cemetery - Beech Avenue Roadway and Drainage Improvements" Extra Work Order #1 in the amount of $19,250. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve Amendment #8 to the contract between Jonathan Levi Architects and the Town of Brookline in the amount of $2,750.00 for survey markings in connection with the Michael Driscoll School project
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #8 to the contract between Jonathan Levi Architects and the Town of Brookline in the amount of $2,750.00 for survey markings in connection with the Michael Driscoll School project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #8 to the contract between Jonathan Levi Architects and the Town of Brookline in the amount of $2,750.00 for survey markings in connection with the Michael Driscoll School project. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve a contract with Vintage Properties, Inc. for the Putterham Library Toilet Renovations in the amount of $99.918.00
On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract with Vintage Properties, Inc. for the Putterham Library Toilet Renovations in the amount of $99.918.00.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract with Vintage Properties, Inc. for the Putterham Library Toilet Renovations in the amount of $99.918.00. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the application from Buffalo Exchange, Kerstin Block and Rebecca Block for a Secondhand Articles License at 308-312 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application from Buffalo Exchange, Kerstin Block and Rebecca Block for a Secondhand Articles License at 308-312 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application from Buffalo Exchange, Kerstin Block and Rebecca Block for a Secondhand Articles License at 308-312 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the application of a Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 15, 2020 for Outdoor Wedding Reception from 5:30PM...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 15, 2020 for Outdoor Wedding Reception from 5:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 15, 2020 for Outdoor Wedding Reception from 5:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the authorization to hire for the following positions in the Building Department: 1 Book Keeper (C-9) 3 Senior Maintenance Craftsperson - HVAC Technicians (T-209) 1 Custodial Supervisor -...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire for the following positions in the Building Department: 1 Book Keeper (C-9) 3 Senior Maintenance Craftsperson - HVAC Technicians (T-209) 1 Custodial Supervisor - Town Hall Complex (T373) 1 Senior Maintenance Craftsperson/Carpenter (T209)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire for the following positions in the Building Department: 1 Book Keeper (C-9) 3 Senior Maintenance Craftsperson - HVAC Technicians (T-209) 1 Custodial Supervisor - Town Hall Complex (T373) 1 Senior Maintenance Craftsperson/Carpenter (T209) Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Sign a Letter of Intent with Solect Energy Development LLC, related to installing and maintaining solar panels for up to 20 years at the following properties: Brookline High School (115 Greenough...
On motion it was, Voted to Sign a Letter of Intent with Solect Energy Development LLC, related to installing and maintaining solar panels for up to 20 years at the following properties: Brookline High School (115 Greenough Street), Kirrane Aquatics Center (46 and 60 Tappan Street), Florida Ruffin Ridley School (345 Harvard Street), and Runkle School (50 Druce Street).
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to Sign a Letter of Intent with Solect Energy Development LLC, related to installing and maintaining solar panels for up to 20 years at the following properties: Brookline High School (115 Greenough Street), Kirrane Aquatics Center (46 and 60 Tappan Street), Florida Ruffin Ridley School (345 Harvard Street), and Runkle School (50 Druce Street). Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the application of Common Victualler with (BYOB) for Zhu Vegan Kitchen, Inc. d/b/a Zhu Vegan Kitchen to be exercised at 220 Washington Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Common Victualler with (BYOB) for Zhu Vegan Kitchen, Inc. d/b/a Zhu Vegan Kitchen to be exercised at 220 Washington Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Thursday 11:30AM - 10:00PM, Friday - Saturday 12:00PM - 11:00PM and Sunday 12:00PM - 10:00PM. Proposed seating is 16.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Common Victualler with (BYOB) for Zhu Vegan Kitchen, Inc. d/b/a Zhu Vegan Kitchen to be exercised at 220 Washington Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Thursday 11:30AM - 10:00PM, Friday - Saturday 12:00PM - 11:00PM and Sunday 12:00PM - 10:00PM. Proposed seating is 16. Voted to approve the application of an Entertainment License. Entertainment will consist of a radio, recorded music, television to be played Monday - Thursday 11:30AM - 10:00PM, Friday - Saturday 12:00PM - 11:00PM and Sunday 12:00PM - 10:00PM. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the application of an Entertainment License
Voted to approve the application of an Entertainment License. Entertainment will consist of a radio, recorded music, television to be played Monday - Thursday 11:30AM - 10:00PM, Friday - Saturday 12:00PM - 11:00PM and Sunday 12:00PM - 10:00PM.
From the minutes
“Voted to approve the application of an Entertainment License. Entertainment will consist of a radio, recorded music, television to be played Monday - Thursday 11:30AM - 10:00PM, Friday - Saturday 12:00PM - 11:00PM and Sunday 12:00PM - 10:00PM. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the application for a Change in Category for Cousins Restaurant Corp D/B/A Anatolia's Buffet and Kebob from a Wine and Malt Common Victualler to an All Alcohol Common Victualler at 305...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a Change in Category for Cousins Restaurant Corp D/B/A Anatolia's Buffet and Kebob from a Wine and Malt Common Victualler to an All Alcohol Common Victualler at 305 Washington Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a Change in Category for Cousins Restaurant Corp D/B/A Anatolia's Buffet and Kebob from a Wine and Malt Common Victualler to an All Alcohol Common Victualler at 305 Washington Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the application of an All Alcohol License for Waldo Street LLC. d/b/a Waldo Durgin at 10 Waldo Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of an All Alcohol License for Waldo Street LLC. d/b/a Waldo Durgin at 10 Waldo Street. Proposed manager of record Eden Siff. Hours of operation will be Mon-Sat: 10am - 10:30pm and Sun: 12-10:30pm
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of an All Alcohol License for Waldo Street LLC. d/b/a Waldo Durgin at 10 Waldo Street. Proposed manager of record Eden Siff. Hours of operation will be Mon-Sat: 10am - 10:30pm and Sun: 12-10:30pm Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Peter Poras for Waldo Street LLC. d/b/a Waldo Durgin at 10 Waldo Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the application for Alternate Manager Peter Poras for Waldo Street LLC. d/b/a Waldo Durgin at 10 Waldo Street
Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Peter Poras for Waldo Street LLC. d/b/a Waldo Durgin at 10 Waldo Street.
From the minutes
“Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Peter Poras for Waldo Street LLC. d/b/a Waldo Durgin at 10 Waldo Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the petition of Comcast Cable for the Centre Street Parking Lot to provide a new underground service to the Coolidge Corner Theatre at 282-290 Harvard Street. approved
On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition of Comcast Cable for the Centre Street Parking Lot to provide a new underground service to the Coolidge Corner Theatre at 282-290 Harvard Street. approved
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition of Comcast Cable for the Centre Street Parking Lot to provide a new underground service to the Coolidge Corner Theatre at 282-290 Harvard Street. approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the Task Force to Reimagine Policing in Brookline membership slate as presented
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Task Force to Reimagine Policing in Brookline membership slate as presented.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Task Force to Reimagine Policing in Brookline membership slate as presented. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the Select Board Committee on Police Reforms membership slate as presented
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Select Board Committee on Police Reforms membership slate as presented.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Select Board Committee on Police Reforms membership slate as presented. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
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