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October 19, 2021
24 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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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 October 12, 2021 as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of October 12, 2021 as amended.
The roll call lists Raul Fernandez twice and the minutes give no count. Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of October 12, 2021 as amended. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Raul Fernandez.”
Approve the proclamation to make October 20, 2021 Community Media Day in Brookline
On motion it was, Voted to approve the proclamation to make October 20, 2021 Community Media Day in Brookline.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the proclamation to make October 20, 2021 Community Media Day in Brookline. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Authorize a creator and certifier for receipt of the Norfolk Count American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
On motion it was, Voted to authorize a creator and certifier for receipt of the Norfolk Count American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize a creator and certifier for receipt of the Norfolk Count American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Accept the Municipal Road Safety Program Grant from the State's Executive Office of Public Safety and Security's Grants and Research Division in the amount of $16,010 to fund the purchase of a...
On motion it was, Voted to accept the Municipal Road Safety Program Grant from the State's Executive Office of Public Safety and Security's Grants and Research Division in the amount of $16,010 to fund the purchase of a speed board unit that measures the speed of vehicles and helps with speed and traffic enforcement.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept the Municipal Road Safety Program Grant from the State's Executive Office of Public Safety and Security's Grants and Research Division in the amount of $16,010 to fund the purchase of a speed board unit that measures the speed of vehicles and helps with speed and traffic enforcement. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Extra Work Order Number 13 for Contract No. PW/14-19 Rental Rates for Snow Plowing and Ice Control with D'Allesandro Corp of Avon, MA in the amount of $79,865
On motion it was, Voted to approve Extra Work Order Number 13 for Contract No. PW/14-19 Rental Rates for Snow Plowing and Ice Control with D'Allesandro Corp of Avon, MA in the amount of $79,865
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Extra Work Order Number 13 for Contract No. PW/14-19 Rental Rates for Snow Plowing and Ice Control with D'Allesandro Corp of Avon, MA in the amount of $79,865 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Contract Amendment Number 1 with Leftfield LLC for the Pierce School Project on the estimated cost for Preferred Schematic Report and Schematic Design in the amount of $19,800
On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract Amendment Number 1 with Leftfield LLC for the Pierce School Project on the estimated cost for Preferred Schematic Report and Schematic Design in the amount of $19,800.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract Amendment Number 1 with Leftfield LLC for the Pierce School Project on the estimated cost for Preferred Schematic Report and Schematic Design in the amount of $19,800. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Change Order Number 3 with Gilbane Building Company on the Driscoll School Project for delete vibration monitoring, acknowledgement of mock up, and current drawings for a net decrease of...
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order Number 3 with Gilbane Building Company on the Driscoll School Project for delete vibration monitoring, acknowledgement of mock up, and current drawings for a net decrease of $50,000.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order Number 3 with Gilbane Building Company on the Driscoll School Project for delete vibration monitoring, acknowledgement of mock up, and current drawings for a net decrease of $50,000. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Contract Amendment Number 15 with Jonathan Levi Architects for the Driscoll School project added geo-environmental services to monitor dewatering operations in the amount of $48,400
On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract Amendment Number 15 with Jonathan Levi Architects for the Driscoll School project added geo-environmental services to monitor dewatering operations in the amount of $48,400.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract Amendment Number 15 with Jonathan Levi Architects for the Driscoll School project added geo-environmental services to monitor dewatering operations in the amount of $48,400. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Contract Amendment Number 16 with Jonathan Levi Architects for the Driscoll School Project for design and construction administrative services for the added geothermal scope in the amount...
On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract Amendment Number 16 with Jonathan Levi Architects for the Driscoll School Project for design and construction administrative services for the added geothermal scope in the amount of $73,744.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Contract Amendment Number 16 with Jonathan Levi Architects for the Driscoll School Project for design and construction administrative services for the added geothermal scope in the amount of $73,744. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Amendment Number 13 to the contract with Jonathan Levi Architects for a solar study for a traffic signal on Washington Street related to the Driscoll School Project in the amount of $2,090
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment Number 13 to the contract with Jonathan Levi Architects for a solar study for a traffic signal on Washington Street related to the Driscoll School Project in the amount of $2,090.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment Number 13 to the contract with Jonathan Levi Architects for a solar study for a traffic signal on Washington Street related to the Driscoll School Project in the amount of $2,090. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Amendment Number 14 to the contract with Jonathan Levi Architects for supplemental geoenvironmental and geotechnical services in the amount of $19,800
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment Number 14 to the contract with Jonathan Levi Architects for supplemental geoenvironmental and geotechnical services in the amount of $19,800.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment Number 14 to the contract with Jonathan Levi Architects for supplemental geoenvironmental and geotechnical services in the amount of $19,800. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non Sales License to Far Out Ice Cream to be held on Thursday, October 21, 2021 for a Promotional Event 7:30PM - 9:00PM at 419 Harvard Street. 30 people...
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non Sales License to Far Out Ice Cream to be held on Thursday, October 21, 2021 for a Promotional Event 7:30PM - 9:00PM at 419 Harvard Street. 30 people expected to attend.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non Sales License to Far Out Ice Cream to be held on Thursday, October 21, 2021 for a Promotional Event 7:30PM - 9:00PM at 419 Harvard Street. 30 people expected to attend. 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 Thursday, October 21, 2021 for a Club Reception 7:00PM - 11:00PM 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 Thursday, October 21, 2021 for a Club Reception 7:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 125 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 Thursday, October 21, 2021 for a Club Reception 7:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 125 people expected to attend. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to commence the civil service process to fill upcoming vacancies in the roles of Deputy Chief, Captain, and Lieutenant
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to commence the civil service process to fill upcoming vacancies in the roles of Deputy Chief, Captain, and Lieutenant.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to commence the civil service process to fill upcoming vacancies in the roles of Deputy Chief, Captain, and Lieutenant. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the Council on Aging membership slate as recommended by the Director, Ruthann Dobek
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Council on Aging membership slate as recommended by the Director, Ruthann Dobek. Reappointments, terms ending August 31, 2024: Pat Ahlin, Judith Chasin, Alberta Lipson, Muriel Stark (4) Carol Fullerton (new member) (1) Reappointments associate members terms ending August 31, 2024: Clara Chin, Joanne Katz, Mimi O'Connor, Martha Schieve, Vera Sherman (5) New Associate members, terms ending August 31, 2024: Jennie Chan, Rina Jacobson, Monique Richardson (3)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Council on Aging membership slate as recommended by the Director, Ruthann Dobek. Reappointments, terms ending August 31, 2024: Pat Ahlin, Judith Chasin, Alberta Lipson, Muriel Stark (4) Carol Fullerton (new member) (1) Reappointments associate members terms ending August 31, 2024: Clara Chin, Joanne Katz, Mimi O'Connor, Martha Schieve, Vera Sherman (5) New Associate members, terms ending August 31, 2024: Jennie Chan, Rina Jacobson, Monique Richardson (3) Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application of a new Wine and Malt Package Store License for Sorriso Arcade, LLC. d/b/a Sorriso Market at 318 Harvard Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a new Wine and Malt Package Store License for Sorriso Arcade, LLC. d/b/a Sorriso Market at 318 Harvard Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a new Wine and Malt Package Store License for Sorriso Arcade, LLC. d/b/a Sorriso Market at 318 Harvard Street. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Withdraw Article 3
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to withdraw Article 3.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to withdraw Article 3. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Favorable Action 5-0 on article 21
On motion it was, Voted Favorable Action 5-0 on article 21.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted Favorable Action 5-0 on article 21. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
No Action on article 8
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on article 8.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on article 8. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Refer article 9 to the Cannabis Mitigation Advisory Board
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to refer article 9 to the Cannabis Mitigation Advisory Board.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to refer article 9 to the Cannabis Mitigation Advisory Board. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Favorable Action on article 4
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on article 4.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on article 4. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Favorable Action on article 17 as recommended by the Advisory Committee/subcommittee
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on article 17 as recommended by the Advisory Committee/subcommittee.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on article 17 as recommended by the Advisory Committee/subcommittee. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Favorable action on article 15 as recommended by the Advisory Committee
On motion it was, Voted 3-2 Favorable action on article 15 as recommended by the Advisory Committee.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, HamiltonNo: Greene, VanScoyoc
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 3-2 Favorable action on article 15 as recommended by the Advisory Committee. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, Miriam Aschkenasy Against: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc.”
Favorable Action on article 27
On motion it was, Voted 3-1-1 Favorable Action on article 27.
Yes: Greene, Hamilton, VanScoyocNo: AschkenasyAbstained: Fernandez
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 3-1-1 Favorable Action on article 27. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc Against: Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Raul Fernandez.”
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