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March 15, 2022
22 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
Enter into executive session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the meeting minutes from March 8, 2022
On motion it was, Voted approving the meeting minutes from March 8, 2022
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted approving the meeting minutes from March 8, 2022 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Authorize the Chair to sign a Rent Regulatory Agreement for four affordable units developed under the Town's Inclusionary Zoning requirement
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Chair to sign a Rent Regulatory Agreement for four affordable units developed under the Town's Inclusionary Zoning requirement.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Chair to sign a Rent Regulatory Agreement for four affordable units developed under the Town's Inclusionary Zoning requirement. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Award of contract for the Brookline High School Third Floor Classroom and Quad Renovations to Lambrian Construction Corp. of Canton Massachusetts in the amount of $8,482,000.00
On motion it was, Voted to award of contract for the Brookline High School Third Floor Classroom and Quad Renovations to Lambrian Construction Corp. of Canton Massachusetts in the amount of $8,482,000.00
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award of contract for the Brookline High School Third Floor Classroom and Quad Renovations to Lambrian Construction Corp. of Canton Massachusetts in the amount of $8,482,000.00 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the following budget transfer request with the Information Technology Department in the total amount of $95,000
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following budget transfer request with the Information Technology Department in the total amount of $95,000. From: 19001942 IT Applications 10101 Permanent Full Time $45,000 To: 1900192 IT Applications 524010 Prof/Tech Services $45,000 From 19001942 IT Applications 510101 Permanent Full Time $25,000 To: 19001942 IT Applications 531015 Data Processing Supplies $25,000 From: 19001942 IT Applications 510101 Permanent Full Time $25,000 To: 19001942 IT Applications 551099 Education/Training/Conferences $25,000
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following budget transfer request with the Information Technology Department in the total amount of $95,000. From: 19001942 IT Applications 10101 Permanent Full Time $45,000 To: 1900192 IT Applications 524010 Prof/Tech Services $45,000 From 19001942 IT Applications 510101 Permanent Full Time $25,000 To: 19001942 IT Applications 531015 Data Processing Supplies $25,000 From: 19001942 IT Applications 510101 Permanent Full Time $25,000 To: 19001942 IT Applications 551099 Education/Training/Conferences $25,000 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions in the Department of Public Works: Motor Equipment Operator Grade 2 - Water and Sewer Division Transportation Assistant -...
Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions in the Department of Public Works: Motor Equipment Operator Grade 2 - Water and Sewer Division Transportation Assistant - Engineering and Transportation Division Conservation Assistant - Parks and Open Space Division
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions in the Department of Public Works: Motor Equipment Operator Grade 2 - Water and Sewer Division Transportation Assistant - Engineering and Transportation Division Conservation Assistant - Parks and Open Space Division 2. Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Planning/Zoning Coordinator (GN-10) in the Regulatory Division of the Planning and Community Development Department. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for a Planning/Zoning Coordinator (GN-10) in the Regulatory Division of the Planning and Community Development Department
Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Planning/Zoning Coordinator (GN-10) in the Regulatory Division of the Planning and Community Development Department.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Planning/Zoning Coordinator (GN-10) in the Regulatory Division of the Planning and Community Development Department. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Authorize $21,755,000 General Obligation Bonds of the Town to Fidelity Capital Markets and $4,872,000 in Bond Anticipation Notes be awarded to Oppenheimer & Co., LLC., as referenced in the...
On motion it was, Voted to authorize $21,755,000 General Obligation Bonds of the Town to Fidelity Capital Markets and $4,872,000 in Bond Anticipation Notes be awarded to Oppenheimer & Co., LLC., as referenced in the materials provided by Mr. Casanova-Davis to the board.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, Hamilton, VanScoyocAbstained: Greene
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize $21,755,000 General Obligation Bonds of the Town to Fidelity Capital Markets and $4,872,000 in Bond Anticipation Notes be awarded to Oppenheimer & Co., LLC., as referenced in the materials provided by Mr. Casanova-Davis to the board. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Bernard Greene.”
Approve and execute the Purchase and Sale Agreement for the 15 Oak Street Condominium, with terms substantially similar to the draft reviewed by the Select Board, and to delegate to Associate Town...
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the Purchase and Sale Agreement for the 15 Oak Street Condominium, with terms substantially similar to the draft reviewed by the Select Board, and to delegate to Associate Town Counsel Jonathan Simpson all power and authority necessary to finalize and record the sale.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the Purchase and Sale Agreement for the 15 Oak Street Condominium, with terms substantially similar to the draft reviewed by the Select Board, and to delegate to Associate Town Counsel Jonathan Simpson all power and authority necessary to finalize and record the sale. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the changes to Mission, Inc's license conditions to allow for home delivery courier service
On motion it was, Voted approving the changes to Mission, Inc's license conditions to allow for home delivery courier service.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted approving the changes to Mission, Inc's license conditions to allow for home delivery courier service. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application for a change in Common Victualler (Alcohol) hours for DC Associates LLC. d/b/a Garrison House at 6 Harvard Square
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a change in Common Victualler (Alcohol) hours for DC Associates LLC. d/b/a Garrison House at 6 Harvard Square. From: Monday - Saturday 11:00AM - 2:00AM Sunday 12:00PM - 2:00AM To: Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 2:00AM Saturday - Sunday 10:00AM - 2:00AM
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a change in Common Victualler (Alcohol) hours for DC Associates LLC. d/b/a Garrison House at 6 Harvard Square. From: Monday - Saturday 11:00AM - 2:00AM Sunday 12:00PM - 2:00AM To: Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 2:00AM Saturday - Sunday 10:00AM - 2:00AM Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve an air rights license for crane operations at 5 Washington Street, and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the document
On motion it was, Voted approving an air rights license for crane operations at 5 Washington Street, and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the document.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted approving an air rights license for crane operations at 5 Washington Street, and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the document. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Finding that notice was duly given and after a public hearing the board here by votes to approve the application of the Country Club doing business, as the Country Club, Kristen LaCount, manager...
On motion it was, Voted Finding that notice was duly given and after a public hearing the board here by votes to approve the application of the Country Club doing business, as the Country Club, Kristen LaCount, manager holder of a license to expose keep for sale and to sell all kinds of alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises as a seven day club at 191 Clyde Street, Brookline Massachusetts for an alteration of premises of its license to remove from the license premises, the grounds and golf course including all buildings on the premises. With the exception of the main clubhouse the men's and women's locker rooms and the adjacent tent for the period from beginning June 11 2022 through June 20 2022.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted Finding that notice was duly given and after a public hearing the board here by votes to approve the application of the Country Club doing business, as the Country Club, Kristen LaCount, manager holder of a license to expose keep for sale and to sell all kinds of alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises as a seven day club at 191 Clyde Street, Brookline Massachusetts for an alteration of premises of its license to remove from the license premises, the grounds and golf course including all buildings on the premises. With the exception of the main clubhouse the men's and women's locker rooms and the adjacent tent for the period from beginning June 11 2022 through June 20 2022. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Finding that notice was duly given and after public hearing the board here by votes to approve the application of the Country Club doing business, as the Country Club, Kristen LaCount manager,...
Voted finding that notice was duly given and after public hearing the board here by votes to approve the application of the Country Club doing business, as the Country Club, Kristen LaCount manager, holder of a license to expose, keep for sale and to sell all kinds of alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises as a seven day club at 191 Clyde street Brookline Massachusetts for an alteration of premises of its license to expand the license to cover the entire premises. Including the grounds, a golf course and all club buildings beginning June 21 2022.
From the minutes
“Voted finding that notice was duly given and after public hearing the board here by votes to approve the application of the Country Club doing business, as the Country Club, Kristen LaCount manager, holder of a license to expose, keep for sale and to sell all kinds of alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises as a seven day club at 191 Clyde street Brookline Massachusetts for an alteration of premises of its license to expand the license to cover the entire premises. Including the grounds, a golf course and all club buildings beginning June 21 2022. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the Town Moderator's request for a remote Annual Town Meeting
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Town Moderator's request for a remote Annual Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Town Moderator's request for a remote Annual Town Meeting. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve and execute the Warrant for the May 24, 2022 Annual Town Meeting
Voted to approve and execute the Warrant for the May 24, 2022 Annual Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“Voted to approve and execute the Warrant for the May 24, 2022 Annual Town Meeting. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint Charlie Homer to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Charlie Homer to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Charlie Homer to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022. Voted to appoint James Perrin to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022. Voted to appoint Andrea Epstein to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning May 1 2022. Voted to appoint Leonard Jokubaitis to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022 as affiliate member. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint James Perrin to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March
Voted to appoint James Perrin to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March
From the minutes
“Voted to appoint James Perrin to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022. Voted to appoint Andrea Epstein to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning May 1 2022. Voted to appoint Leonard Jokubaitis to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022 as affiliate member. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint Andrea Epstein to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning May 1 2022
Voted to appoint Andrea Epstein to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning May 1 2022.
From the minutes
“2022. Voted to appoint Andrea Epstein to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning May 1 2022. Voted to appoint Leonard Jokubaitis to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022 as affiliate member. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint Leonard Jokubaitis to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022 as affiliate member
Voted to appoint Leonard Jokubaitis to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022 as affiliate member.
From the minutes
“Voted to appoint Leonard Jokubaitis to the Advisory Council on Public Health for a term beginning March 2022 as affiliate member. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Reappoint Peter Kleiner for a term expiring in 2024
On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Peter Kleiner for a term expiring in 2024
Yes: Aschkenasy, Greene, Hamilton, VanScoyocAbstained: Fernandez
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Peter Kleiner for a term expiring in 2024 Voted to reappoint Richard Panciera, Vice Chair for a term ending in 2024. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Raul Fernandez.”
Reappoint Richard Panciera, Vice Chair for a term ending in 2024
Voted to reappoint Richard Panciera, Vice Chair for a term ending in 2024.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Greene, Hamilton, VanScoyocAbstained: Fernandez
From the minutes
“Voted to reappoint Richard Panciera, Vice Chair for a term ending in 2024. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy Abstained: Raul Fernandez.”
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