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April 5, 2022
23 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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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 22, 2022
On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes from March 22, 2022.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes from March 22, 2022. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve an appropriation transfer request from the Building Department as follows: From: 25002520 510101 Code Enforcement Personnel $3,000.00 To: 25002510 5A0001 Public Buildings Automobiles
On motion it was, Voted to approve an appropriation transfer request from the Building Department as follows: From: 25002520 510101 Code Enforcement Personnel $3,000.00 To: 25002510 5A0001 Public Buildings Automobiles
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve an appropriation transfer request from the Building Department as follows: From: 25002520 510101 Code Enforcement Personnel $3,000.00 To: 25002510 5A0001 Public Buildings Automobiles Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Accept a donation to the Police Department in the amount of $300 from Ms. Marty Zailskas to be used to support the Juneteenth Celebration event
On motion it was, Voted to accept a donation to the Police Department in the amount of $300 from Ms. Marty Zailskas to be used to support the Juneteenth Celebration event
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a donation to the Police Department in the amount of $300 from Ms. Marty Zailskas to be used to support the Juneteenth Celebration event Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for the following position in the Department of Public Works: Environmental Health Supervisor -T8
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the following position in the Department of Public Works: Environmental Health Supervisor -T8
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the following position in the Department of Public Works: Environmental Health Supervisor -T8 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Accept a grant from Urban Areas Security Initiative FY21 in the amount of $31,500 for the acquisition of one specialized mission ATV and other emergency management equipment for the Office of...
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant from Urban Areas Security Initiative FY21 in the amount of $31,500 for the acquisition of one specialized mission ATV and other emergency management equipment for the Office of Emergency Management
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant from Urban Areas Security Initiative FY21 in the amount of $31,500 for the acquisition of one specialized mission ATV and other emergency management equipment for the Office of Emergency Management Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Accept a grant from MEME related to a Hazardous Material Emergency Plan (HMEP ) in the amount of $3,000 for the development of a Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) with the Office of...
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant from MEME related to a Hazardous Material Emergency Plan (HMEP ) in the amount of $3,000 for the development of a Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) with the Office of Emergency Management
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant from MEME related to a Hazardous Material Emergency Plan (HMEP ) in the amount of $3,000 for the development of a Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) with the Office of Emergency Management Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Accept a grant from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) in the amount of $2,610.58 to support the procurement of a community initiative, Brookline Alert Mailing within the Office of Emergency...
On motion it was, Voted accepting a grant from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) in the amount of $2,610.58 to support the procurement of a community initiative, Brookline Alert Mailing within the Office of Emergency Management
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted accepting a grant from Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) in the amount of $2,610.58 to support the procurement of a community initiative, Brookline Alert Mailing within the Office of Emergency Management Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the proclamation making April 26, 2022 Frederick Law Olmsted Day in Brookline
On motion it was, Voted to approve the proclamation making April 26, 2022 Frederick Law Olmsted Day in Brookline.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the proclamation making April 26, 2022 Frederick Law Olmsted Day in Brookline. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the following appropriation transfer request within the Finance Department: From: 15001570 510101Assessing FT personnel $22,500 To: 15001570 531012 Assessing Supplies $22,500 From:...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following appropriation transfer request within the Finance Department: From: 15001570 510101Assessing FT personnel $22,500 To: 15001570 531012 Assessing Supplies $22,500 From: 15001583 510101 Treasury FT personnel $7,500 To: 15001583 551099 Treasury education/training $7,500
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following appropriation transfer request within the Finance Department: From: 15001570 510101Assessing FT personnel $22,500 To: 15001570 531012 Assessing Supplies $22,500 From: 15001583 510101 Treasury FT personnel $7,500 To: 15001583 551099 Treasury education/training $7,500 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the appointment of the Chief of Police, Ashley Gonzalez, and approve his employment contract as recommended by the Town Administrator
On motion it was, Voted to approve the appointment of the Chief of Police, Ashley Gonzalez, and approve his employment contract as recommended by the Town Administrator.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the appointment of the Chief of Police, Ashley Gonzalez, and approve his employment contract as recommended by the Town Administrator. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application for a transfer of an All Alcohol Beverages Restaurant License from Jota Inc. d/b/a Café Eilat to YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA....
Voted to approve the application for a transfer of an All Alcohol Beverages Restaurant License from Jota Inc. d/b/a Café Eilat to YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager will be Jingyi Chen. The proposed seating is 46. Proposed Operating Hours are Monday to Sunday 10:00 am to 1:00 am and proposed Alcoholic beverage service hours are Monday to Saturday, 11:00 am to 1:00 am and Sunday 10:00 am to 1:00 am.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application for a transfer of an All Alcohol Beverages Restaurant License from Jota Inc. d/b/a Café Eilat to YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager will be Jingyi Chen. The proposed seating is 46. Proposed Operating Hours are Monday to Sunday 10:00 am to 1:00 am and proposed Alcoholic beverage service hours are Monday to Saturday, 11:00 am to 1:00 am and Sunday 10:00 am to 1:00 am. 2. Voted to approve the application for a new Common Victualler License for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager will be Jingyi Chen. The proposed seating is 46. Proposed Operating Hours are Monday to Sunday 10:00 am to 1:00 am and proposed Alcoholic beverage service hours are Monday to Saturday, 11:00 am to 1:00 am and Sunday 10:00 am to 1:00 am. 3. Voted to approve the application for a new Entertainment License for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Entertainment will consist of radio and recorded music. Proposed Operating Hours are Sunday - Monday 11:00 am to 12:00 am. 4. Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Njay Cheung for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application for a new Common Victualler License for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager will be
Voted to approve the application for a new Common Victualler License for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager will be
The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application for a new Common Victualler License for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager will be.”
Approve the application for a new Entertainment License for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Entertainment will consist of radio and recorded music
Voted to approve the application for a new Entertainment License for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Entertainment will consist of radio and recorded music. Proposed Operating Hours are Sunday - Monday 11:00 am to 12:00 am.
From the minutes
“3. Voted to approve the application for a new Entertainment License for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Entertainment will consist of radio and recorded music. Proposed Operating Hours are Sunday - Monday 11:00 am to 12:00 am. 4. Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Njay Cheung for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the application for Alternate Manager Njay Cheung for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA
Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Njay Cheung for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA.
From the minutes
“4. Voted to approve the application for Alternate Manager Njay Cheung for YUYI Corporation d/b/a Kao Jiu at 406 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the Demolition Certificate Fees related to the Preservation Division ad presented by the Director of Planning and beginning July 1, 2022
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Demolition Certificate Fees related to the Preservation Division ad presented by the Director of Planning and beginning July 1, 2022.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Demolition Certificate Fees related to the Preservation Division ad presented by the Director of Planning and beginning July 1, 2022. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Authorize the Planning Director to submit the appropriate forms to the Department of Housing and Community Development related to the Multi-Family Zoning Requirement for MBTA Communities
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Planning Director to submit the appropriate forms to the Department of Housing and Community Development related to the Multi-Family Zoning Requirement for MBTA Communities
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Planning Director to submit the appropriate forms to the Department of Housing and Community Development related to the Multi-Family Zoning Requirement for MBTA Communities Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Update Zoning Board of Appeals Fees to separate legal ad printing requirements and indicated in the fee schedule provided by the Planning Director
On motion it was, Voted to update Zoning Board of Appeals Fees to separate legal ad printing requirements and indicated in the fee schedule provided by the Planning Director.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to update Zoning Board of Appeals Fees to separate legal ad printing requirements and indicated in the fee schedule provided by the Planning Director. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Extend the special outdoor seating license for Prairie Fire Restaurant (242 Harvard Street) through November of 2022
On motion it was, Voted to extend the special outdoor seating license for Prairie Fire Restaurant (242 Harvard Street) through November of 2022.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to extend the special outdoor seating license for Prairie Fire Restaurant (242 Harvard Street) through November of 2022. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the Resolution Expressing the Importance of Pedestrian Friendly Street Lighting and Commitment to the Creation of a Pedestrian Friendly Street Lighting Master Plan
On motion it was, Voted 4-1 to approve the Resolution Expressing the Importance of Pedestrian Friendly Street Lighting and Commitment to the Creation of a Pedestrian Friendly Street Lighting Master Plan
Yes: Aschkenasy, Fernandez, Greene, HamiltonNo: VanScoyoc
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 4-1 to approve the Resolution Expressing the Importance of Pedestrian Friendly Street Lighting and Commitment to the Creation of a Pedestrian Friendly Street Lighting Master Plan Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, Miriam Aschkenasy Against: John VanScoyoc.”
Support the resolution to create a Vision Zero Study Committee
On motion it was, Voted to support the resolution to create a Vision Zero Study Committee.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to support the resolution to create a Vision Zero Study Committee. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Favorable Action on Article 2
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 2
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 2 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Favorable Action on Article 9
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 9
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 9 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Raul Fernandez, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy.”
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