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October 13, 2020
13 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Nancy Heller is listed as absent for at least one vote.
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes of September 29, 2020
On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes of September 29, 2020.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes of September 29, 2020. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the following Transfer Request in the amount of $30,000 from Department of Public works: From DPW Administration Personnel To Engineering Services Professional Technical Services 4004010...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following Transfer Request in the amount of $30,000 from Department of Public works: From DPW Administration Personnel To Engineering Services Professional Technical Services 4004010 510101 $30,0000 40004101 524019 $30,000
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following Transfer Request in the amount of $30,000 from Department of Public works: From DPW Administration Personnel To Engineering Services Professional Technical Services 4004010 510101 $30,0000 40004101 524019 $30,000 Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the following Transfer Request from the Assessor's Department: FROM: 15001570 510101 perm full time $10,000 TO: 15001570 524008 consulting services $10,000
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following Transfer Request from the Assessor's Department: FROM: 15001570 510101 perm full time $10,000 TO: 15001570 524008 consulting services $10,000
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following Transfer Request from the Assessor's Department: FROM: 15001570 510101 perm full time $10,000 TO: 15001570 524008 consulting services $10,000 Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Execute and approve authorization for a master lease purchase with TD Bank with an annual cost of $96,142.29.16 for 5 years at 1.17% interest rate, for a total of $469,720.71 for the Recreation...
On motion it was, Voted to execute and approve authorization for a master lease purchase with TD Bank with an annual cost of $96,142.29.16 for 5 years at 1.17% interest rate, for a total of $469,720.71 for the Recreation Department, various types of equipment at the Golf Course, from Turf Products and Five Star Golf Cars.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to execute and approve authorization for a master lease purchase with TD Bank with an annual cost of $96,142.29.16 for 5 years at 1.17% interest rate, for a total of $469,720.71 for the Recreation Department, various types of equipment at the Golf Course, from Turf Products and Five Star Golf Cars. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Authorize the Town Administrator to approve a contract for the provision of natural gas for town and school buildings under terms and conditions that he deems to be in the best interests of the...
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to approve a contract for the provision of natural gas for town and school buildings under terms and conditions that he deems to be in the best interests of the Town of Brookline.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to approve a contract for the provision of natural gas for town and school buildings under terms and conditions that he deems to be in the best interests of the Town of Brookline. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Authorize to Hire for the following DPW positions: Director of Parks and Open Space
On motion it was, Voted to authorize to Hire for the following DPW positions: Director of Parks and Open Space
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize to Hire for the following DPW positions: Director of Parks and Open Space Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the hiring of Lead Teacher in the Recreation Department
On motion it was, Voted to approving the hiring of Lead Teacher in the Recreation Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approving the hiring of Lead Teacher in the Recreation Department. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the application for Change of Manager of Record from Micah O'Malley to Jennifer Lauren Gillum for LLH, LLC D/B/A Trader Joe's #501 at 1317 Beacon Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for Change of Manager of Record from Micah O'Malley to Jennifer Lauren Gillum for LLH, LLC D/B/A Trader Joe's #501 at 1317 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for Change of Manager of Record from Micah O'Malley to Jennifer Lauren Gillum for LLH, LLC D/B/A Trader Joe's #501 at 1317 Beacon Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
Approve the application for a Lodging House Agent
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a Lodging House Agent. Daniel Emmans proposed agent for Ruby Realty at 1750 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a Lodging House Agent. Daniel Emmans proposed agent for Ruby Realty at 1750 Beacon Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
FAVORABLE ACTION on the Advisory Committee's recommendation on Article 21
On motion it was, Voted 3-2 FAVORABLE ACTION on the Advisory Committee's recommendation on Article 21. To see if the Town will vote to amend Article 3.1 of the Town's General By-Laws as follows: Amend Section 3.1.3, Litigation and Claims, by adding the following language appearing in bold underline: The Select Board may institute, prosecute, defend, compromise and settle claims, actions, suits or other proceedings brought by, on behalf of, or against the town, provided, however, that they shall act upon advice of counsel when the amount to be paid in any settlement exceeds one thousand dollars ($1,000).
Yes: Greene, Heller, VanScoyocNo: Fernandez, Hamilton
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 3-2 FAVORABLE ACTION on the Advisory Committee's recommendation on Article 21. To see if the Town will vote to amend Article 3.1 of the Town's General By-Laws as follows: Amend Section 3.1.3, Litigation and Claims, by adding the following language appearing in bold underline: The Select Board may institute, prosecute, defend, compromise and settle claims, actions, suits or other proceedings brought by, on behalf of, or against the town, provided, however, that they shall act upon advice of counsel when the amount to be paid in any settlement exceeds one thousand dollars ($1,000). They may employ special counsel in suits by or against the town and whenever they deem it necessary. [Insert preceding paragraph in Section 3.1.3] In the resolution of any claim, the Town shall not require as a condition, nor condition any offer upon an agreement that the claimant shall refrain from any statement concerning the terms of a settlement or the underlying claim, and the Select Board shall not enter into any agreement to resolve any claim in which the Town has sought such an agreement. PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that the town may accept offers, and enter into such agreements, to resolve claims made under the Massachusetts Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 151B, the Massachusetts Privacy Statute, Chapter 214, Sec. 1B, the Massachusetts Law Against Sexual Harassment, Chapter 214, Sec. 1C, the Massachusetts Civil Rights Act, G.L. c. 12, §11H, the Massachusetts Equal Rights Act, G.L. c. 93, §102, the Massachusetts Leave Law for Victims and Family Members of Abusive Behavior, G.L. c.149, §52E, 42 U.S.C. Sec. 2000e (Title VII), 42 U.S.C. Secs. 1981-1988 or 42 U.S.C. Sec. 12101 (the Americans With Disabilities Act), in which the claimant seeks an agreement that the parties refrain from publicizing the facts and events that gave rise to the claim. Within 90 days of the close of the fiscal year, Tthe Town shall report on the Town website all claims resolved for a sum greater than $25,000 during such fiscal year. by providing the name of the Town department(s) involved, the nature of the claim(s) and the amount of the settlement(s). Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, John VanScoyoc Against: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez.”
FAVORABLE ACTION on the Advisory Committee's recommendation on Article 30
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 FAVORABLE ACTION on the Advisory Committee's recommendation on Article 30.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 FAVORABLE ACTION on the Advisory Committee's recommendation on Article 30. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc.”
NO ACTION on Article 31
On motion it was, Voted 3-1-1 NO ACTION on Article 31.
Yes: Greene, Heller, VanScoyocNo: FernandezAbstained: Hamilton
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 3-1-1 NO ACTION on Article 31. Aye: Bernard Greene, Nancy Heller, John VanScoyoc Against: Raul Fernandez Abstained: Heather Hamilton.”
FAVORABLE ACTION on article 7 as presented
On motion it was, Voted 4-0 FAVORABLE ACTION on article 7 as presented.
Yes: Fernandez, Greene, Hamilton, VanScoyocNancy Heller is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 4-0 FAVORABLE ACTION on article 7 as presented. Aye: Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Absent: Nancy Heller.”
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