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Brookline Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting

September 14, 2021

32 recorded votes, 8 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Enter into executive session

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

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.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session Aye: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the following meeting minutes: August 3, 2021 August 31, 2021

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the following meeting minutes: August 3, 2021 August 31, 2021

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following meeting minutes: August 3, 2021 August 31, 2021 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the authorization to hire request for a Clinical Social Worker II (T-03) in the Council on Aging Department

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Clinical Social Worker II (T-03) in the Council on Aging Department.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Clinical Social Worker II (T-03) in the Council on Aging Department. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the authorization to hire request for the Zoning Coordinator/Planner (GN-10) in the regulatory division of the Planning Department

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the Zoning Coordinator/Planner (GN-10) in the regulatory division of the Planning Department.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the Zoning Coordinator/Planner (GN-10) in the regulatory division of the Planning Department. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve Contract PW/21-04 "Sewer System Rehabilitation Project" Extra Work Order 1 with Green Mountain Pipeline Services, LLC. for the amount of $164,361

Minutes, page 3

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract PW/21-04 "Sewer System Rehabilitation Project" Extra Work Order 1 with Green Mountain Pipeline Services, LLC. for the amount of $164,361.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract PW/21-04 "Sewer System Rehabilitation Project" Extra Work Order 1 with Green Mountain Pipeline Services, LLC. for the amount of $164,361. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve and authorize the Chair to execute the following FY2022 Sub-recipient Agreements: Council on Aging Brookline TRIPPS Program $31,492.00 Brookline Center for Community Mental Health BCCMH...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute the following FY2022 Sub-recipient Agreements: Council on Aging Brookline TRIPPS Program $31,492.00 Brookline Center for Community Mental Health BCCMH Case Management $60,000.00 Brookline Housing Authority BHA Resident Capital Improvements $312,063.00 Steps to Success Inc. Work Connections/Youth training Program $63,220.00 Brookline Housing Authority BHA Resident Services - Self Sufficiency Program $37,109.00 Brookline Food Bank Food Security $13,780.00

The roll call lists Bernard Greene twice and the minutes give no count. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“1. Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute the following FY2022 Sub-recipient Agreements: Council on Aging Brookline TRIPPS Program $31,492.00 Brookline Center for Community Mental Health BCCMH Case Management $60,000.00 Brookline Housing Authority BHA Resident Capital Improvements $312,063.00 Steps to Success Inc. Work Connections/Youth training Program $63,220.00 Brookline Housing Authority BHA Resident Services - Self Sufficiency Program $37,109.00 Brookline Food Bank Food Security $13,780.00 Aye: Heather Hamilton Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Bernard Greene.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve and authorize the Chair to execute extensions to the following contracts: Brookline Food Bank Food Security $475,663.00 Brookline Center for Community Mental Health Safety Net Program...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute extensions to the following contracts: Brookline Food Bank Food Security $475,663.00 Brookline Center for Community Mental Health Safety Net Program $325,000.00 Economic Development/Long Term Planning Division Business Assistance Program $ 300,000.00 Brookline Council on Aging Food Delivery for Seniors $39,337.00 Brookline Housing Authority FY 2021 Resident Health and Safety Projects $343,568.00

From the minutes

“2. Voted to approve and authorize the Chair to execute extensions to the following contracts: Brookline Food Bank Food Security $475,663.00 Brookline Center for Community Mental Health Safety Net Program $325,000.00 Economic Development/Long Term Planning Division Business Assistance Program $ 300,000.00 Brookline Council on Aging Food Delivery for Seniors $39,337.00 Brookline Housing Authority FY 2021 Resident Health and Safety Projects $343,568.00 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the following budgets for the CDBG Grant: Program Management Program Administration $162,351.00//$107,803.00 Housing - Housing Administration//Affordable Housing $285,939.00/ 116,920.00...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Voted to approve the following budgets for the CDBG Grant: Program Management Program Administration $162,351.00//$107,803.00 Housing - Housing Administration//Affordable Housing $285,939.00/ 116,920.00 Department of Public Works Audible Pedestrian Signals $150,000.00 Brookline Improvement Coalition Capital Needs Assessment $10,000.00 Department of Planning and Community Development Economic Development - Small Business Assistance Program $20,000.00

Yes: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, Hamilton, VanScoyocAbstained: Greene

From the minutes

“3. Voted to approve the following budgets for the CDBG Grant: Program Management Program Administration $162,351.00//$107,803.00 Housing - Housing Administration//Affordable Housing $285,939.00/ 116,920.00 Department of Public Works Audible Pedestrian Signals $150,000.00 Brookline Improvement Coalition Capital Needs Assessment $10,000.00 Department of Planning and Community Development Economic Development - Small Business Assistance Program $20,000.00 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Bernard Greene.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the following budget reallocations for the CDBG Grant: Transfer from FY 20 Activities CD Administration Amount $7,971.10 Account # 1801G020 Youth Training Comprehensive Planning Housing...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to approve the following budget reallocations for the CDBG Grant: Transfer from FY 20 Activities CD Administration Amount $7,971.10 Account # 1801G020 Youth Training Comprehensive Planning Housing Division BCCMH Facilities TOTAL $513.40 $3,841.19 $13,175.08 $30,641.00 1803G020 1804G020 1805G020 1887G020 $56,141.77

From the minutes

“4. Voted to approve the following budget reallocations for the CDBG Grant: Transfer from FY 20 Activities CD Administration Amount $7,971.10 Account # 1801G020 Youth Training Comprehensive Planning Housing Division BCCMH Facilities TOTAL $513.40 $3,841.19 $13,175.08 $30,641.00 1803G020 1804G020 1805G020 1887G020 $56,141.77 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Saturday, September 18, 2021 for Memorial Service from 3:30PM - 7:00PM at 15 Newton...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

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, September 18, 2021 for Memorial Service from 3:30PM - 7:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 70 people expected to attend

From the minutes

“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, September 18, 2021 for Memorial Service from 3:30PM - 7:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 70 people expected to attend Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Friday, September 17, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Friday, September 17, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 50 people expected to attend.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Friday, September 17, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 4:30PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 50 people expected to attend. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Sunday, September 19, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 6:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Sunday, September 19, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 6:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 135 people expected to attend

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Non Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on Sunday, September 19, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 6:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 135 people expected to attend Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston a/k/a Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of N.E. to be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021 for...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston a/k/a Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of N.E. to be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 6:00PM - 12:00AM at 162 Goddard Ave. 175 people expected to attend

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to The Hellenic Association of Boston a/k/a Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of N.E. to be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021 for Wedding Reception from 6:00PM - 12:00AM at 162 Goddard Ave. 175 people expected to attend Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve changes to the host community agreements regarding courier, delivery operators

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted approving changes to the host community agreements regarding courier, delivery operators.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted approving changes to the host community agreements regarding courier, delivery operators. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the agreement with the Brookline Community Foundation in the amount of $68,500

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approving the agreement with the Brookline Community Foundation in the amount of $68,500

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approving the agreement with the Brookline Community Foundation in the amount of $68,500 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the noise bylaw waiver request for September 20 through November 1,at 65 Westbourne Terrace for a 24 hour dewatering operation related to Driscoll School construction

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to approve the noise bylaw waiver request for September 20 through November 1,at 65 Westbourne Terrace for a 24 hour dewatering operation related to Driscoll School construction.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to approve the noise bylaw waiver request for September 20 through November 1,at 65 Westbourne Terrace for a 24 hour dewatering operation related to Driscoll School construction. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. at the High School Auditorium and via Zoom; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws;...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

VOTED: To call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. at the High School Auditorium and via Zoom; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the said Warrant the following articles: ARTICLE 1: To see if the Town will: A) Appropriate additional funds to the various accounts in the fiscal year 2022 budget or transfer funds between said accounts; B) And determine whether such appropriations shall be raised by taxation, transferred from available funds, provided by borrowing or provided by any combination of the foregoing; and authorize the Select Board, except in the case of the School Department Budget, and with regard to the School Department, the School Committee, to apply for, accept and expend grants and aid from both federal and state sources and agencies for any of the purposes aforesaid. C) Appropriate $81,753.60, to be expended under the direction of the Commissioner of Public Works, to address the impact of transportation network services on municipal roads, bridges and other transportation infrastructure.

From the minutes

“1. VOTED: To call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. at the High School Auditorium and via Zoom; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the said Warrant the following articles: ARTICLE 1: To see if the Town will: A) Appropriate additional funds to the various accounts in the fiscal year 2022 budget or transfer funds between said accounts; B) And determine whether such appropriations shall be raised by taxation, transferred from available funds, provided by borrowing or provided by any combination of the foregoing; and authorize the Select Board, except in the case of the School Department Budget, and with regard to the School Department, the School Committee, to apply for, accept and expend grants and aid from both federal and state sources and agencies for any of the purposes aforesaid. C) Appropriate $81,753.60, to be expended under the direction of the Commissioner of Public Works, to address the impact of transportation network services on municipal roads, bridges and other transportation infrastructure. 2. VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the November 16, 2021 Second Special Town Meeting. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

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Execute the Warrant for the November 16, 2021 Second Special Town Meeting

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the November 16, 2021 Second Special Town Meeting.

From the minutes

“2. VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the November 16, 2021 Second Special Town Meeting. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Include with the Alston settlement warrant, a funding for a Geothermal system at the Driscoll School project and indemnification for Stanley Spiegel

Minutes, page 10

ApproveFailed · 1–4

On motion it was, Voted to include with the Alston settlement warrant, a funding for a Geothermal system at the Driscoll School project and indemnification for Stanley Spiegel.

Yes: GreeneNo: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, Hamilton, VanScoyoc

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to include with the Alston settlement warrant, a funding for a Geothermal system at the Driscoll School project and indemnification for Stanley Spiegel. Aye: Bernard Greene Against: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy MOTION FAILS.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

ApproveFailed · 1–4

On motion it was, Voted to include with the Alston settlement warrant, a funding for a Geothermal system at the Driscoll School project and indemnification for Stanley Spiegel.

Yes: GreeneNo: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, Hamilton, VanScoyoc

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to include with the Alston settlement warrant, a funding for a Geothermal system at the Driscoll School project and indemnification for Stanley Spiegel. Aye: Bernard Greene Against: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy MOTION FAILS.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Approve the Moderator's request for a remote Town Meeting

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 4–0

VOTED: To approve the Moderator's request for a remote Town Meeting.

Yes: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, Hamilton, VanScoyocAbstained: Greene

From the minutes

“1. VOTED: To approve the Moderator's request for a remote Town Meeting. 2. VOTED: To call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at the High School Auditorium and via Zoom; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the said Warrant the following articles: ARTICLE 1: To see whether the Town shall vote to raise and appropriate, transfer from available funds, or authorize the Town Treasurer with the approval of the Select Board, to borrow by the issuance of bonds or notes under the provisions of G.L. c. 44, §7(3), or any other authority, the sum of $11,000,000, to pay costs of a settlement in the matter of Gerald Alston v. the Town of Brookline, et al, United States District Court No. 1:15-cv-13987-GAO pertaining to Gerald Alston's employment as a Brookline Firefighter and claims he asserted against the Town and Town officials, including the payment of all costs incidental or related thereto, said funds to be expended under the direction of the Select Board, and further, that any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with G.L. c. 44, §20, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; or take any other action relative thereto. ARTICLE 2: To see if the Town will vote to appropriate, borrow or transfer from available funds, $4,900,000, or any other sum, to be expended under the direction of the Building Commission, with any necessary contracts over $100,000 to be approved by the Select Board and the School Committee, to provide a fossil-fuelfree Ground Source Heat Pump system for the new Driscoll School 3. VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the October 5, 2021 Third Special Town Meeting. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Bernard Greene.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at the High School Auditorium and via Zoom; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws;...

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 4–0

VOTED: To call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at the High School Auditorium and via Zoom; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the said Warrant the following articles: ARTICLE 1: To see whether the Town shall vote to raise and appropriate, transfer from available funds, or authorize the Town Treasurer with the approval of the Select Board, to borrow by the issuance of bonds or notes under the provisions of G.L. c. 44, §7(3), or any other authority, the sum of $11,000,000, to pay costs of a settlement in the matter of Gerald Alston v. the Town of Brookline, et al, United States District Court No. 1:15-cv-13987-GAO pertaining to Gerald Alston's employment as a Brookline Firefighter and claims he asserted against the Town and Town officials, including the payment of all costs incidental or related thereto, said funds to be expended under the direction of the Select Board, and further, that any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with G.L. c. 44, §20, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; or take any other action relative thereto. ARTICLE 2: To see if the Town will vote to appropriate, bo

Yes: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, Hamilton, VanScoyocAbstained: Greene

From the minutes

“2. VOTED: To call a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at the High School Auditorium and via Zoom; to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the said Warrant the following articles: ARTICLE 1: To see whether the Town shall vote to raise and appropriate, transfer from available funds, or authorize the Town Treasurer with the approval of the Select Board, to borrow by the issuance of bonds or notes under the provisions of G.L. c. 44, §7(3), or any other authority, the sum of $11,000,000, to pay costs of a settlement in the matter of Gerald Alston v. the Town of Brookline, et al, United States District Court No. 1:15-cv-13987-GAO pertaining to Gerald Alston's employment as a Brookline Firefighter and claims he asserted against the Town and Town officials, including the payment of all costs incidental or related thereto, said funds to be expended under the direction of the Select Board, and further, that any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with G.L. c. 44, §20, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount; or take any other action relative thereto. ARTICLE 2: To see if the Town will vote to appropriate, borrow or transfer from available funds, $4,900,000, or any other sum, to be expended under the direction of the Building Commission, with any necessary contracts over $100,000 to be approved by the Select Board and the School Committee, to provide a fossil-fuelfree Ground Source Heat Pump system for the new Driscoll School 3. VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the October 5, 2021 Third Special Town Meeting. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Bernard Greene.”

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Execute the Warrant for the October 5, 2021 Third Special Town Meeting

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 4–0

VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the October 5, 2021 Third Special Town Meeting.

Yes: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, Hamilton, VanScoyocAbstained: Greene

From the minutes

“3. VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the October 5, 2021 Third Special Town Meeting. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Bernard Greene.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Pursuant to the requirements of sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4, to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the...

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted :Pursuant to the requirements of sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4, to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the said Warrant the following articles: ARTICLE 30 To see whether the Town shall vote to raise and appropriate, or transfer from available funds, the sum of $198,050, or any other sum, to be paid to Stanley Spiegel and/or his attorneys for purposes of settling a valid indemnity claim he has asserted against the Town under G.L. c. 258, §13 (adopted by a 1980 Brookline ballot question vote of 1216Y-597N) for the matter of Gerald Alston v. the Town of Brookline, et al, U. S. District Court #1:15-cv-13987-GAO, and 1st Circuit Court of Appeals #'s 20-1434 and 20-1435.

From the minutes

“1. Voted :Pursuant to the requirements of sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4, to waive the requirements of Sections 2.1.2 through 2.1.4 of the Town's By-Laws; to open and close the Warrant; and to insert in the said Warrant the following articles: ARTICLE 30 To see whether the Town shall vote to raise and appropriate, or transfer from available funds, the sum of $198,050, or any other sum, to be paid to Stanley Spiegel and/or his attorneys for purposes of settling a valid indemnity claim he has asserted against the Town under G.L. c. 258, §13 (adopted by a 1980 Brookline ballot question vote of 1216Y-597N) for the matter of Gerald Alston v. the Town of Brookline, et al, U. S. District Court #1:15-cv-13987-GAO, and 1st Circuit Court of Appeals #'s 20-1434 and 20-1435. 2. VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the November 16, 2021 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

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Execute the Warrant for the November 16, 2021 Special Town Meeting

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the November 16, 2021 Special Town Meeting.

From the minutes

“2. VOTED: To execute the Warrant for the November 16, 2021 Special Town Meeting. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

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NO ACTION on Article 1

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted 5-0 NO ACTION on Article 1.

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 NO ACTION on Article 1. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc Miriam Aschkenasy.”

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Reappoint Nancy O'Connor to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to reappoint Nancy O'Connor to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed.

From the minutes

“1. Voted to reappoint Nancy O'Connor to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. 2. Voted to reappoint Clara Batchelor to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. 3. Voted to reappoint Wendy Sheridan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed 4. Voted to appoint John Pan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed 5. Voted to appoint Theresa Mooney to the Park and Recreation Commission 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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Reappoint Clara Batchelor to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to reappoint Clara Batchelor to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed.

From the minutes

“2. Voted to reappoint Clara Batchelor to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed. 3. Voted to reappoint Wendy Sheridan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed 4. Voted to appoint John Pan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed 5. Voted to appoint Theresa Mooney to the Park and Recreation Commission 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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Reappoint Wendy Sheridan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to reappoint Wendy Sheridan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed

From the minutes

“3. Voted to reappoint Wendy Sheridan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed 4. Voted to appoint John Pan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed 5. Voted to appoint Theresa Mooney to the Park and Recreation Commission 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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Appoint John Pan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to appoint John Pan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed

From the minutes

“4. Voted to appoint John Pan to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed 5. Voted to appoint Theresa Mooney to the Park and Recreation Commission 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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Appoint Theresa Mooney to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Voted to appoint Theresa Mooney to the Park and Recreation Commission for a term ending August 31, 2022 or until a successor can be appointed

From the minutes

“5. Voted to appoint Theresa Mooney to the Park and Recreation Commission 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.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Reappoint Ihssane Leckey to the Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed

Minutes, page 13

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Ihssane Leckey to the Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations for a term ending August 31, 2023 or until a successor can be appointed

From the minutes

“On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Ihssane Leckey to the Commission for Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations 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.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

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