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May 20, 2021
17 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the minutes of May 11, 2021
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of May 11, 2021.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of May 11, 2021. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Extra Work Order #1 for Green Mountain Pipeline Services, LLC to compensate for additional unit costs of linear sewer pipe lined and to close out contract PW/18-22 for Sewer System...
On motion it was, Voted to approve Extra Work Order #1 for Green Mountain Pipeline Services, LLC to compensate for additional unit costs of linear sewer pipe lined and to close out contract PW/18-22 for Sewer System Rehabilitation in the amount of $2,040.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Extra Work Order #1 for Green Mountain Pipeline Services, LLC to compensate for additional unit costs of linear sewer pipe lined and to close out contract PW/18-22 for Sewer System Rehabilitation in the amount of $2,040. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Contract No. PW/21-15 Water Distribution System Improvements with AD Paolini, LLC for the installation of a new 12-inch water main on Hammond Street in the amount of $1,448,859.20
On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract No. PW/21-15 Water Distribution System Improvements with AD Paolini, LLC for the installation of a new 12-inch water main on Hammond Street in the amount of $1,448,859.20.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract No. PW/21-15 Water Distribution System Improvements with AD Paolini, LLC for the installation of a new 12-inch water main on Hammond Street in the amount of $1,448,859.20. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Amendment #22 for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with William Rawn Associations for additional testing and design services in the amount of $14,014
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #22 for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with William Rawn Associations for additional testing and design services in the amount of $14,014.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #22 for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with William Rawn Associations for additional testing and design services in the amount of $14,014. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Amendment #23 for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with William Rawn Associates for additional design services in the amount of $21,191
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #23 for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with William Rawn Associates for additional design services in the amount of $21,191.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #23 for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with William Rawn Associates for additional design services in the amount of $21,191. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve GMP Change Order #11/PCCO 018 for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with Skanska in the amount of -$9,424
On motion it was, Voted to approve GMP Change Order #11/PCCO 018 for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with Skanska in the amount of -$9,424.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve GMP Change Order #11/PCCO 018 for the Brookline High School Expansion Project with Skanska in the amount of -$9,424. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve and execute the contract with Massbay Electrical Corp. for the Cypress Street at Tappan and Cypress Street at Davis Avenue signal improvements in the amount of $102,000
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the contract with Massbay Electrical Corp. for the Cypress Street at Tappan and Cypress Street at Davis Avenue signal improvements in the amount of $102,000.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the contract with Massbay Electrical Corp. for the Cypress Street at Tappan and Cypress Street at Davis Avenue signal improvements in the amount of $102,000. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the following appropriation transfer request within the Human Resources Department budget: From: 14201420 Human Resources 553010 Professional Dues $675 From: 14201420 Human Resources...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following appropriation transfer request within the Human Resources Department budget: From: 14201420 Human Resources 553010 Professional Dues $675 From: 14201420 Human Resources 551099 Education, Conferences $12,790 To: 14201420 Human Resources 531018 Applicant Tracking $13,465
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following appropriation transfer request within the Human Resources Department budget: From: 14201420 Human Resources 553010 Professional Dues $675 From: 14201420 Human Resources 551099 Education, Conferences $12,790 To: 14201420 Human Resources 531018 Applicant Tracking $13,465 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the following transfer within the Fire Department budget: From: 22002010 Fire Admin 539035 Uniforms and Protective Clothing $9,505 To: 2202010 Fire Admin 5A0003 Public Safety Equipment $9,505
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Fire Department budget: From: 22002010 Fire Admin 539035 Uniforms and Protective Clothing $9,505 To: 2202010 Fire Admin 5A0003 Public Safety Equipment $9,505
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following transfer within the Fire Department budget: From: 22002010 Fire Admin 539035 Uniforms and Protective Clothing $9,505 To: 2202010 Fire Admin 5A0003 Public Safety Equipment $9,505 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the following applications for Lodging House Agents: Location: 1077 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Marissa Grunes Location: 1061 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Kait-lynn Tombling...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following applications for Lodging House Agents: Location: 1077 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Marissa Grunes Location: 1061 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Kait-lynn Tombling Location: 123 Longwood Ave - For resident agent: Barbara Parra Location: 241 Kent Street - For resident agent: Elizabeth Solorzano Location: 1029 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Hagos Berhane Location: 16 Williams Street - For resident agent: Curtis Perry Location: 1043 & 1045 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Larry McCoy
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following applications for Lodging House Agents: Location: 1077 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Marissa Grunes Location: 1061 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Kait-lynn Tombling Location: 123 Longwood Ave - For resident agent: Barbara Parra Location: 241 Kent Street - For resident agent: Elizabeth Solorzano Location: 1029 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Hagos Berhane Location: 16 Williams Street - For resident agent: Curtis Perry Location: 1043 & 1045 Beacon Street - For resident agent: Larry McCoy Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Authorize the Chair to sign the letter to DHCD conveying the Select Board's comments on the 108 Centre Street application for project eligibility, with a slight revision
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Chair to sign the letter to DHCD conveying the Select Board's comments on the 108 Centre Street application for project eligibility, with a slight revision.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Chair to sign the letter to DHCD conveying the Select Board's comments on the 108 Centre Street application for project eligibility, with a slight revision. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application of a new Common Victualler DTJ Group, Inc DBA Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Pkwy
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a new Common Victualler DTJ Group, Inc DBA Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Pkwy. Hours of operation will be Sunday - Thursday 11:30 am to 9:30pm, Fri - Sat 11:30 am to 10:30pm. Seating will consist of 132 seats.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a new Common Victualler DTJ Group, Inc DBA Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Pkwy. Hours of operation will be Sunday - Thursday 11:30 am to 9:30pm, Fri - Sat 11:30 am to 10:30pm. Seating will consist of 132 seats. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application of a Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages License for Gamehenge Golf, LLC. d/b/a Hemlock Grill at 1281 W. Roxbury Parkway
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages License for Gamehenge Golf, LLC. d/b/a Hemlock Grill at 1281 W. Roxbury Parkway. Proposed manager of record is Christopher Yorty. Proposed Operating Hours are Monday - Sunday 10:00AM - 10:00PM. Proposed Alcoholic beverage service hours are Monday - Sunday 10:00AM - 10:00PM.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a Seasonal All Alcoholic Beverages License for Gamehenge Golf, LLC. d/b/a Hemlock Grill at 1281 W. Roxbury Parkway. Proposed manager of record is Christopher Yorty. Proposed Operating Hours are Monday - Sunday 10:00AM - 10:00PM. Proposed Alcoholic beverage service hours are Monday - Sunday 10:00AM - 10:00PM. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Reconsider Article 17
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 17.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 17. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Favorable Action on Article 17 as proposed in supplement 4 as above
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable Action on Article 17 as proposed in supplement 4 as above.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable Action on Article 17 as proposed in supplement 4 as above. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Reconsider Article 26
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 26
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 26 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Favorable action on article 26 as presented in supplement 1 of the combined reports
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on article 26 as presented in supplement 1 of the combined reports.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 favorable action on article 26 as presented in supplement 1 of the combined reports. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
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