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September 8, 2020
9 recorded votes, 1 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 September 2, 2020 September 3, 2020 minutes were held
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of September 2, 2020 September 3, 2020 minutes were held.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of September 2, 2020 September 3, 2020 minutes were held. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $32,000 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts 2020 Mass Trails Grant program to partially fund the Beacon Street Olmsted Historic Bridle Path feasibility and...
On motion it was, Voted accepting a grant in the amount of $32,000 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts 2020 Mass Trails Grant program to partially fund the Beacon Street Olmsted Historic Bridle Path feasibility and concept design study.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted accepting a grant in the amount of $32,000 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts 2020 Mass Trails Grant program to partially fund the Beacon Street Olmsted Historic Bridle Path feasibility and concept design study. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $60,385 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces program to fund the purchase of materials in support of the Transportation Board...
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $60,385 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces program to fund the purchase of materials in support of the Transportation Board approved expanded sidewalks.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $60,385 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces program to fund the purchase of materials in support of the Transportation Board approved expanded sidewalks. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $35,085 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces program to fund the purchase of materials in support of outdoor dining within the...
On motion it was, Voted accept a grant in the amount of $35,085 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces program to fund the purchase of materials in support of outdoor dining within the Town of Brookline.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted accept a grant in the amount of $35,085 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassDOT Shared Streets and Spaces program to fund the purchase of materials in support of outdoor dining within the Town of Brookline. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Execute and approve the authorization for a master lease purchase with TD Bank with an annual cost of $165,676.16 for 5 years at 1.07% interest rate, for a total of $811,025.85 of equipment for...
On motion it was, Voted to execute and approve the authorization for a master lease purchase with TD Bank with an annual cost of $165,676.16 for 5 years at 1.07% interest rate, for a total of $811,025.85 of equipment for the Department of Public Works: 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 HD Hot Box 2020 Mack Terra Pro 42R with a New Way Viper 20 yard Rear Loading Refuse Body 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 HD Reg Cab 2021 Mack 6 wheel Dump Truck 2021 Mack 65,000 GVW Crane Truck
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to execute and approve the authorization for a master lease purchase with TD Bank with an annual cost of $165,676.16 for 5 years at 1.07% interest rate, for a total of $811,025.85 of equipment for the Department of Public Works: 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 HD Hot Box 2020 Mack Terra Pro 42R with a New Way Viper 20 yard Rear Loading Refuse Body 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 HD Reg Cab 2021 Mack 6 wheel Dump Truck 2021 Mack 65,000 GVW Crane Truck Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Appoint Erin Gallentine as Department of Public Works Commissioner
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Erin Gallentine as Department of Public Works Commissioner.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Erin Gallentine as Department of Public Works Commissioner. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Appoint Maya Norton to the Indigenous People's Day Celebration Committee
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Maya Norton to the Indigenous People's Day Celebration Committee. Housing Advisory Board Jenny Raitt Lynne Sweet Jenny Raitt is applying for reappointment. She is interested in continuing her work to preserve and create affordable housing opportunities for all income levels. She helped create the housing production plan and participated in the process to bring it forward, participated in many housing forums and helped developed new zoning proposals to increase affordability. Ms. Raitt has 25 years' experience working with municipalities on planning and housing policies for affordable development and preservation. She added there is still work to do. Lynne Sweet is a new resident and served on the Newton Housing Partnership engaging with the community. She has worked for the past 35 years affordable housing development and financing, as well as property assessing. She worked with the City of Newton updating their inclusionary zoning bylaw dealing with unit sizes in efforts to make affordable units more equal, and has worked on middle income developments. Economic Development Advisory Board Alan Christ Alan Christ is applying for reappointment. He is a practicing architect in Brookline, Town Meeting member and member of the Green Caucus; he has served one term on EDAB. He has recently worked on the Riverway project, the Coolidge Corner Study committee, and the Kent Street senior housing project.
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 appoint Maya Norton to the Indigenous People's Day Celebration Committee. Housing Advisory Board Jenny Raitt Lynne Sweet Jenny Raitt is applying for reappointment. She is interested in continuing her work to preserve and create affordable housing opportunities for all income levels. She helped create the housing production plan and participated in the process to bring it forward, participated in many housing forums and helped developed new zoning proposals to increase affordability. Ms. Raitt has 25 years' experience working with municipalities on planning and housing policies for affordable development and preservation. She added there is still work to do. Lynne Sweet is a new resident and served on the Newton Housing Partnership engaging with the community. She has worked for the past 35 years affordable housing development and financing, as well as property assessing. She worked with the City of Newton updating their inclusionary zoning bylaw dealing with unit sizes in efforts to make affordable units more equal, and has worked on middle income developments. Economic Development Advisory Board Alan Christ Alan Christ is applying for reappointment. He is a practicing architect in Brookline, Town Meeting member and member of the Green Caucus; he has served one term on EDAB. He has recently worked on the Riverway project, the Coolidge Corner Study committee, and the Kent Street senior housing project..”
Authorize the Select Board Chair to sign on behalf of the Select Board to enter into Power Purchase Agreements, and related documents including Licenses and PILOT Agreements, with Solect Energy...
On motion it was, Voted: To authorize the Select Board Chair to sign on behalf of the Select Board to enter into Power Purchase Agreements, and related documents including Licenses and PILOT Agreements, with Solect Energy Development LLC, related to installing and maintaining solar panels for up to 20 years at the following properties: 115 Greenough Street, 46 and 60 Tappan Street, 345 Harvard Street, and 50 Druce Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted: To authorize the Select Board Chair to sign on behalf of the Select Board to enter into Power Purchase Agreements, and related documents including Licenses and PILOT Agreements, with Solect Energy Development LLC, related to installing and maintaining solar panels for up to 20 years at the following properties: 115 Greenough Street, 46 and 60 Tappan Street, 345 Harvard Street, and 50 Druce Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve and execute the Warrant for the November 17, 2020 Fall Special Town Meeting
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the Warrant for the November 17, 2020 Fall Special Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the Warrant for the November 17, 2020 Fall Special Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
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