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33 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Start my ballot →Present: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy
Absent: None
Enter into executive Session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive Session
Yes: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, Hamilton, VanScoyocThe roll call does not list Bernard Greene, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting.
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive Session Aye: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the minutes from July 6, 2021
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes from July 6, 2021.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes from July 6, 2021. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for a Paralegal Secretary (C-09) in the Legal Department
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Paralegal Secretary (C-09) in the Legal Department.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Paralegal Secretary (C-09) in the Legal Department. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for a Preservation Planner (T-6) in the Planning and Community Development Department
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Preservation Planner (T-6) in the Planning and Community Development Department.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Preservation Planner (T-6) in the Planning and Community Development Department. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions from the Library department: Librarian I - Reference/Information Librarian III - Supervisor of Collection Development
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions from the Library department: Librarian I - Reference/Information Librarian III - Supervisor of Collection Development
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions from the Library department: Librarian I - Reference/Information Librarian III - Supervisor of Collection Development Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for a Jobs Coordinator in the Council on Aging Department
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Jobs Coordinator in the Council on Aging Department.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Jobs Coordinator in the Council on Aging Department. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve contract PW/22-04 Washington Complete Street Corridor with WorldTech Engineering, LLC, for professional survey, design and engineering services for the Washington Street Corridor Complete...
On motion it was, Voted to approve contract PW/22-04 Washington Complete Street Corridor with WorldTech Engineering, LLC, for professional survey, design and engineering services for the Washington Street Corridor Complete Streets Project: Phase 1A in the amount of $598,500.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve contract PW/22-04 Washington Complete Street Corridor with WorldTech Engineering, LLC, for professional survey, design and engineering services for the Washington Street Corridor Complete Streets Project: Phase 1A in the amount of $598,500. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Amendment Number 8 with Hill International for Additional Construction Services for the Brookline High School expansion project in the amount of $100,340
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment Number 8 with Hill International for Additional Construction Services for the Brookline High School expansion project in the amount of $100,340.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment Number 8 with Hill International for Additional Construction Services for the Brookline High School expansion project in the amount of $100,340. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Change Order Number 4 with CTA for the Brookline High School Expansion - Tappan Gym and 3rd Floor Renovation in the amount of $86,514.60
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order Number 4 with CTA for the Brookline High School Expansion - Tappan Gym and 3rd Floor Renovation in the amount of $86,514.60.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order Number 4 with CTA for the Brookline High School Expansion - Tappan Gym and 3rd Floor Renovation in the amount of $86,514.60. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve GMP Change Order #13/PCCO 020 with Skanska in the amount of $0 for the Brookline High School expansion project
On motion it was, Voted to approve GMP Change Order #13/PCCO 020 with Skanska in the amount of $0 for the Brookline High School expansion project.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve GMP Change Order #13/PCCO 020 with Skanska in the amount of $0 for the Brookline High School expansion project. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve a request to increase the contract with SumCo Eco-Contracting, LLC. for the Larz Anderson Lagoon Structures project, in the total amount of $338,863.99
On motion it was, Voted to approve a request to increase the contract with SumCo Eco-Contracting, LLC. for the Larz Anderson Lagoon Structures project, in the total amount of $338,863.99
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a request to increase the contract with SumCo Eco-Contracting, LLC. for the Larz Anderson Lagoon Structures project, in the total amount of $338,863.99 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Contract No. PW/20-26 "Ultra-Thin Bonded Wearing Course" Extra Work Order #1 with Aggregate Industries in the amount of $115,796.04 for additional work associated with the ultra-thin...
On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract No. PW/20-26 "Ultra-Thin Bonded Wearing Course" Extra Work Order #1 with Aggregate Industries in the amount of $115,796.04 for additional work associated with the ultra-thin bonded wearing course.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract No. PW/20-26 "Ultra-Thin Bonded Wearing Course" Extra Work Order #1 with Aggregate Industries in the amount of $115,796.04 for additional work associated with the ultra-thin bonded wearing course. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Accept the Commonwealth Security Trust Fund grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the Fire Department in the amount of $9,390.85 for joint training exercises with the...
On motion it was, Voted to accept the Commonwealth Security Trust Fund grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the Fire Department in the amount of $9,390.85 for joint training exercises with the Police Department and Transformative (Fallon) Ambulance.
“On motion it was, Voted to accept the Commonwealth Security Trust Fund grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the Fire Department in the amount of $9,390.85 for joint training exercises with the Police Department and Transformative (Fallon) Ambulance. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Accept the Commonwealth Security Trust Fund grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the Police Department in the amount of $7,152.14 for joint training exercises with the...
On motion it was, Voted to accept the Commonwealth Security Trust Fund grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the Police Department in the amount of $7,152.14 for joint training exercises with the Fire Department and Transformative (Fallon) Ambulance.
“On motion it was, Voted to accept the Commonwealth Security Trust Fund grant from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the Police Department in the amount of $7,152.14 for joint training exercises with the Fire Department and Transformative (Fallon) Ambulance. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve an Entertainment license for DTJ Group d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Parkway
On motion it was, Voted to approve an Entertainment license for DTJ Group d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Parkway. Television from Sun - Sat 11:30am - 10:30pm.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve an Entertainment license for DTJ Group d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Parkway. Television from Sun - Sat 11:30am - 10:30pm. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston to be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 for a Quinceanera (Sweet 15 Birthday Party) from 6:00PM - 1:00AM...
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston to be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 for a Quinceanera (Sweet 15 Birthday Party) from 6:00PM - 1:00AM at 162 Goddard Ave
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Kinds Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston to be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 for a Quinceanera (Sweet 15 Birthday Party) from 6:00PM - 1:00AM at 162 Goddard Ave Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve a Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve a Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 14, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 5:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 14, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 5:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, August 14, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 5:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 5:30PM - 10:00PM at 15 Newton Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 5:30PM - 10:00PM at 15 Newton Street.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 5:30PM - 10:00PM at 15 Newton Street. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Award and executing Contract PW/21-17 to Indus (formally Sealcoating, Inc.) for the annual fiber reinforced crack sealing, fog sealing and rejuvenator work in the amount of $172,007.38
On motion it was, Voted to award and executing Contract PW/21-17 to Indus (formally Sealcoating, Inc.) for the annual fiber reinforced crack sealing, fog sealing and rejuvenator work in the amount of $172,007.38.
“On motion it was, Voted to award and executing Contract PW/21-17 to Indus (formally Sealcoating, Inc.) for the annual fiber reinforced crack sealing, fog sealing and rejuvenator work in the amount of $172,007.38. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Promote Firefighter Devin Ream to Lieutenant
On motion it was, Voted to promote Firefighter Devin Ream to Lieutenant.
“On motion it was, Voted to promote Firefighter Devin Ream to Lieutenant. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application of a Change of Manager from Jennifer Mason to Gillian Dana for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St
Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Jennifer Mason to Gillian Dana for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St.
“1. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Jennifer Mason to Gillian Dana for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St. 2. Voted to approve the application for a change in Common Victualler hours for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St. From: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00AM - 6:30 PM One Sunday a month 11:00AM - 6:30 PM To: Tuesday - Sunday 11:00AM - 6:30 PM. 3. Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Camille Berjoan for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application for a change in Common Victualler hours for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St. From: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00AM - 6:30 PM One Sunday a month 11:00AM...
Voted to approve the application for a change in Common Victualler hours for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St. From: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00AM - 6:30 PM One Sunday a month 11:00AM - 6:30 PM To: Tuesday - Sunday 11:00AM - 6:30 PM.
“2. Voted to approve the application for a change in Common Victualler hours for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St. From: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00AM - 6:30 PM One Sunday a month 11:00AM - 6:30 PM To: Tuesday - Sunday 11:00AM - 6:30 PM. 3. Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Camille Berjoan for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application for Alternate Manager Camille Berjoan for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St
Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Camille Berjoan for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St.
“3. Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Camille Berjoan for Curds and Co. LLC d/b/a Curds And Co at 288 Washington St. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application of a transfer of an All Alcoholic Beverages License for Paris Restaurant Group, Inc. d/b/a Paris Creperie at 278 Harvard Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a transfer of an All Alcoholic Beverages License for Paris Restaurant Group, Inc. d/b/a Paris Creperie at 278 Harvard Street. Proposed manager of record is Kaia Machelek and Nicholas Mallia. Proposed Alcohol and Operating Hours of operation will be Sunday - Thursday 9:00 am to 10:00 pm, Fri - Sat 11:00 am to 12:00. Proposed Alcoholic beverage service hours of operation will be Sunday - Thursday 11:30 am to 9:30pm, Fri - Sat 11:30 am to 10:30pm.
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a transfer of an All Alcoholic Beverages License for Paris Restaurant Group, Inc. d/b/a Paris Creperie at 278 Harvard Street. Proposed manager of record is Kaia Machelek and Nicholas Mallia. Proposed Alcohol and Operating Hours of operation will be Sunday - Thursday 9:00 am to 10:00 pm, Fri - Sat 11:00 am to 12:00. Proposed Alcoholic beverage service hours of operation will be Sunday - Thursday 11:30 am to 9:30pm, Fri - Sat 11:30 am to 10:30pm. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the amended license conditions regarding the delivery of adult-use marijuana from New England Treatment Access, LLC at 160 Washington Street
Voted to approve the amended license conditions regarding the delivery of adult-use marijuana from New England Treatment Access, LLC at 160 Washington Street.
“1. Voted to approve the amended license conditions regarding the delivery of adult-use marijuana from New England Treatment Access, LLC at 160 Washington Street. 2. Voted to approve the following new Directors and Executives of New England Treatment Access LLC's parent, all of whom have been approved by the Cannabis Control Commission: New Directors: Jeremy Crouthers Kevin Douglas Linda McGoldrick Marina Bozilenko Sarah Hassan Phil Harris And New Executive, Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Kunicki *condition NETA/Parallel shall provide the Select Board written notification when the transaction described by Attorney Kevin Conroy is complete. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the following new Directors and Executives of New England Treatment Access LLC's parent, all of whom have been approved by the Cannabis Control Commission: New Directors: Jeremy Crouthers...
Voted to approve the following new Directors and Executives of New England Treatment Access LLC's parent, all of whom have been approved by the Cannabis Control Commission: New Directors: Jeremy Crouthers Kevin Douglas Linda McGoldrick Marina Bozilenko Sarah Hassan Phil Harris And New Executive, Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Kunicki *condition NETA/Parallel shall provide the Select Board written notification when the transaction described by Attorney Kevin Conroy is complete.
“2. Voted to approve the following new Directors and Executives of New England Treatment Access LLC's parent, all of whom have been approved by the Cannabis Control Commission: New Directors: Jeremy Crouthers Kevin Douglas Linda McGoldrick Marina Bozilenko Sarah Hassan Phil Harris And New Executive, Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Kunicki *condition NETA/Parallel shall provide the Select Board written notification when the transaction described by Attorney Kevin Conroy is complete. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Reappoint Harold Peterson to the Board of Assessors for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed
On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Harold Peterson to the Board of Assessors for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed.
“On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Harold Peterson to the Board of Assessors for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint Michael Zoorob to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2024 or until a successor can be appointed
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Michael Zoorob to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2024 or until a successor can be appointed.
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Michael Zoorob to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2024 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Kristin Singleton to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2024 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Paul Yee to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Kimberly Richardson to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Lynda Roseman to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint Kristin Singleton to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2024 or until a successor can be appointed
Voted to appoint Kristin Singleton to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2024 or until a successor can be appointed.
“Voted to appoint Kristin Singleton to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2024 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Paul Yee to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Kimberly Richardson to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Lynda Roseman to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint Paul Yee to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed
Voted to appoint Paul Yee to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed.
“Voted to appoint Paul Yee to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Kimberly Richardson to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Lynda Roseman to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint Kimberly Richardson to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed
Voted to appoint Kimberly Richardson to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed.
“Voted to appoint Kimberly Richardson to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. Voted to appoint Lynda Roseman to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint Lynda Roseman to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed
Voted to appoint Lynda Roseman to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed.
“Voted to appoint Lynda Roseman to the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
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