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May 17, 2022
23 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman
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, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the minutes from May 10, 2022 as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes from May 10, 2022 as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes from May 10, 2022 as amended. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve a proclamation recognizing June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the Town of Brookline
On motion it was, Voted to approve a proclamation recognizing June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the Town of Brookline.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a proclamation recognizing June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the Town of Brookline. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the Letter of Intent for between the Town of Brookline and Eversource for Electric Vehicle Charger Infrastructure Installation at the Municipal Services Building, Transfer Station, and...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Letter of Intent for between the Town of Brookline and Eversource for Electric Vehicle Charger Infrastructure Installation at the Municipal Services Building, Transfer Station, and Webster Street Parking Lot.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Letter of Intent for between the Town of Brookline and Eversource for Electric Vehicle Charger Infrastructure Installation at the Municipal Services Building, Transfer Station, and Webster Street Parking Lot. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the Amendment to the 2019 Electric Vehicle Make Ready Program Site License Agreement and the Site Host Agreement between the Town of Brookline and Eversource for the Coolidge Corner Stop...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Amendment to the 2019 Electric Vehicle Make Ready Program Site License Agreement and the Site Host Agreement between the Town of Brookline and Eversource for the Coolidge Corner Stop of the MBTA Greenline C Branch, Municipal Lot 6 Kent St & Webster Pl, and Municipal Lot 8 Fuller St.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Amendment to the 2019 Electric Vehicle Make Ready Program Site License Agreement and the Site Host Agreement between the Town of Brookline and Eversource for the Coolidge Corner Stop of the MBTA Greenline C Branch, Municipal Lot 6 Kent St & Webster Pl, and Municipal Lot 8 Fuller St. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve a permit for the Susan G. Komen New England 3-Day walk: August 26, 2022 through August 27, 2022
On motion it was, Voted to approve a permit for the Susan G. Komen New England 3-Day walk: August 26, 2022 through August 27, 2022.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a permit for the Susan G. Komen New England 3-Day walk: August 26, 2022 through August 27, 2022. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve a contract with Consigli Construction Company in the amount of $57,400.00 for preconstruction services during the schematic design phase of the Pierce School Project
On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract with Consigli Construction Company in the amount of $57,400.00 for preconstruction services during the schematic design phase of the Pierce School Project
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a contract with Consigli Construction Company in the amount of $57,400.00 for preconstruction services during the schematic design phase of the Pierce School Project Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Change Order #11 with Gilbane, in the amount of $14,287.00 for the Driscoll School Project
On motion it was, Voted of approve Change Order #11 with Gilbane, in the amount of $14,287.00 for the Driscoll School Project
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted of approve Change Order #11 with Gilbane, in the amount of $14,287.00 for the Driscoll School Project Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Change Order #23 with Skanska, in the amount of $361,390 related to the BHS project
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #23 with Skanska, in the amount of $361,390 related to the BHS project
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #23 with Skanska, in the amount of $361,390 related to the BHS project Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Amendment #10, increase of $127, 60.00 to the contract with Hill International for added services for summer work at the third floor classrooms and quad renovations for the Brookline High...
On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #10, increase of $127, 60.00 to the contract with Hill International for added services for summer work at the third floor classrooms and quad renovations for the Brookline High School expansion project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Amendment #10, increase of $127, 60.00 to the contract with Hill International for added services for summer work at the third floor classrooms and quad renovations for the Brookline High School expansion project. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve an appropriation transfer request from the Transportation Department as follows: From: 40004102 522015 D P Equipment Repair & Maintenance To: 40004102 5A0005 Data Processing Equipment...
On motion it was, Voted to approve an appropriation transfer request from the Transportation Department as follows: From: 40004102 522015 D P Equipment Repair & Maintenance To: 40004102 5A0005 Data Processing Equipment $4,550 For the purchase of a new radar speed and volume counter.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve an appropriation transfer request from the Transportation Department as follows: From: 40004102 522015 D P Equipment Repair & Maintenance To: 40004102 5A0005 Data Processing Equipment $4,550 For the purchase of a new radar speed and volume counter. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Change of Manager from Jacob Simmons to Desmond Yu Wai Chow for Barushi, LLC d/b/a XoXoSushi at 1154 Boylston Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Jacob Simmons to Desmond Yu Wai Chow for Barushi, LLC d/b/a XoXoSushi at 1154 Boylston Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Jacob Simmons to Desmond Yu Wai Chow for Barushi, LLC d/b/a XoXoSushi at 1154 Boylston Street. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the recommendation from the housing advisory board to waive the building permit fees for the Brookline Housing Authority's upcoming development projects at 32 Marion Street and 50 Pleasant...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the recommendation from the housing advisory board to waive the building permit fees for the Brookline Housing Authority's upcoming development projects at 32 Marion Street and 50 Pleasant Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the recommendation from the housing advisory board to waive the building permit fees for the Brookline Housing Authority's upcoming development projects at 32 Marion Street and 50 Pleasant Street. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Combine the public hearings for agenda items number 11 and 12
Voted to combine the public hearings for agenda items number 11 and 12.
From the minutes
“Voted to combine the public hearings for agenda items number 11 and 12. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for a change in D/B/A from CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a The Inn at Brookline to CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street
Voted to approve the application for a change in D/B/A from CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a The Inn at Brookline to CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application for a change in D/B/A from CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a The Inn at Brookline to CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street. 2. Voted to approve the application for a change of Ownership Interest for CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street. 3. Voted to approve the application for a Pledge of Collateral for CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for a change of Ownership Interest for CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street
Voted to approve the application for a change of Ownership Interest for CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application for a change of Ownership Interest for CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street. 3. Voted to approve the application for a Pledge of Collateral for CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for a Pledge of Collateral for CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street
Voted to approve the application for a Pledge of Collateral for CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“3. Voted to approve the application for a Pledge of Collateral for CCLLH, LLC. d/b/a Arcadian Hotel at 1200 Beacon Street. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for a transfer of an All Alcohol Package Store License from Sorriso Vino Brookline LLC d/b/a Sorriso Market to Ruthie Liquor and Wine, Inc d/b/a Ruthie Liquor and Wine at...
Voted to approve the application for a transfer of an All Alcohol Package Store License from Sorriso Vino Brookline LLC d/b/a Sorriso Market to Ruthie Liquor and Wine, Inc d/b/a Ruthie Liquor and Wine at 27 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager will be Arian Liton
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application for a transfer of an All Alcohol Package Store License from Sorriso Vino Brookline LLC d/b/a Sorriso Market to Ruthie Liquor and Wine, Inc d/b/a Ruthie Liquor and Wine at 27 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager will be Arian Liton 2. Voted to approve the application for a Pledge of Collateral for Ruthie Liquor and Wine, Inc d/b/a Ruthie Liquor and Wine at 27 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for a Pledge of Collateral for Ruthie Liquor and Wine, Inc d/b/a Ruthie Liquor and Wine at 27 Harvard Street Brookline, MA
Voted to approve the application for a Pledge of Collateral for Ruthie Liquor and Wine, Inc d/b/a Ruthie Liquor and Wine at 27 Harvard Street Brookline, MA.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application for a Pledge of Collateral for Ruthie Liquor and Wine, Inc d/b/a Ruthie Liquor and Wine at 27 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Favorable Action on the revised comprised language as offered by the petitioners on Article 30
On motion it was, Voted 4-0-1 favorable Action on the revised comprised language as offered by the petitioners on Article 30.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Greene, Hamilton, SandmanAbstained: VanScoyoc
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 4-0-1 favorable Action on the revised comprised language as offered by the petitioners on Article 30. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman Abstained: John VanScoyoc.”
Reconsider Article14
On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article14
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article14 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the amendment proposed by Ms. DeSilva and Thall with the Select Board's revised language on "projects limits"
Vote to approve the amendment proposed by Ms. DeSilva and Thall with the Select Board's revised language on "projects limits":
From the minutes
“Vote to approve the amendment proposed by Ms. DeSilva and Thall with the Select Board's revised language on "projects limits": Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Appoint Elizabeth Armstrong as a full member from an Alternate Member for a term ending in 2025
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Elizabeth Armstrong as a full member from an Alternate Member for a term ending in 2025.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Elizabeth Armstrong as a full member from an Alternate Member for a term ending in 2025. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
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