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May 31, 2022
17 recorded votes, 13 with disagreement.
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Present: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes from May 24, and May 25, 2022
On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes from May 24, and May 25, 2022.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 approve the meeting minutes from May 24, and May 25, 2022. Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions in the Department of Public Works Parks and Open Space Division: Park Maintenance Craftsperson (LN3) 2 Gardener Laborers (LN2)
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions in the Department of Public Works Parks and Open Space Division: Park Maintenance Craftsperson (LN3) 2 Gardener Laborers (LN2)
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions in the Department of Public Works Parks and Open Space Division: Park Maintenance Craftsperson (LN3) 2 Gardener Laborers (LN2) Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept a grant in the amount of $20,000 from the Brookline Community Foundation's Racial Equity Fund (REAF) for the Community Building Project being run by the Department of Diversity, Inclusion,...
On motion it was, Voted to accept a grant in the amount of $20,000 from the Brookline Community Foundation's Racial Equity Fund (REAF) for the Community Building Project being run by the Department of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 accept a grant in the amount of $20,000 from the Brookline Community Foundation's Racial Equity Fund (REAF) for the Community Building Project being run by the Department of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations. Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve and authorize the Chair or her designee to execute a contract extension between the Town of Brookline and the Brookline Housing Authority for the installation of bathroom fans at the BHA's...
On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the Chair or her designee to execute a contract extension between the Town of Brookline and the Brookline Housing Authority for the installation of bathroom fans at the BHA's High St. Veterans Development - Budget Code 1807-G022-6C0057 -- in the amount of $312,063.00
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 approve and authorize the Chair or her designee to execute a contract extension between the Town of Brookline and the Brookline Housing Authority for the installation of bathroom fans at the BHA's High St. Veterans Development - Budget Code 1807-G022-6C0057 -- in the amount of $312,063.00 Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the request to reprogram Fiscal Year 2022 HOME funds to increase federal funding available to Hebrew Senior Life's 108 Centre St. project: Transfer $211,900 from the activity "Brookline...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the request to reprogram Fiscal Year 2022 HOME funds to increase federal funding available to Hebrew Senior Life's 108 Centre St. project: Transfer $211,900 from the activity "Brookline Housing Authority's Strategic Preservation Initiative" - project identifier HM22-03B Transfer $211,900 to "Hebrew Senior Life's 108 Centre Street Senior Housing Development Project" - project identifier HM23-03C
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 approve the request to reprogram Fiscal Year 2022 HOME funds to increase federal funding available to Hebrew Senior Life's 108 Centre St. project: Transfer $211,900 from the activity "Brookline Housing Authority's Strategic Preservation Initiative" - project identifier HM22-03B Transfer $211,900 to "Hebrew Senior Life's 108 Centre Street Senior Housing Development Project" - project identifier HM23-03C Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Award and execute PW/22-16 "Sewer System Rehabilitation" with Green Mountain Pipeline Services, LLC at 768 South Main Street, Bethel VT in the amount of $1,116,667
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute PW/22-16 "Sewer System Rehabilitation" with Green Mountain Pipeline Services, LLC at 768 South Main Street, Bethel VT in the amount of $1,116,667.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 award and execute PW/22-16 "Sewer System Rehabilitation" with Green Mountain Pipeline Services, LLC at 768 South Main Street, Bethel VT in the amount of $1,116,667. Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the transfer of funds being held by the Town of Brookline to the Brookline Community Foundation for the Friends of Brookline Public Health in the amount of $2,381
On motion it was, Voted to approve the transfer of funds being held by the Town of Brookline to the Brookline Community Foundation for the Friends of Brookline Public Health in the amount of $2,381.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 approve the transfer of funds being held by the Town of Brookline to the Brookline Community Foundation for the Friends of Brookline Public Health in the amount of $2,381. Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the appropriation transfer request within the Human Resources Department budget in the total amount of $17,507. $7,500 from education/conferences to legal services $7,307 from software to...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the appropriation transfer request within the Human Resources Department budget in the total amount of $17,507. $7,500 from education/conferences to legal services $7,307 from software to legal services and preplacement medical $2,700 from supplies to legal services
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 approve the appropriation transfer request within the Human Resources Department budget in the total amount of $17,507. $7,500 from education/conferences to legal services $7,307 from software to legal services and preplacement medical $2,700 from supplies to legal services Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the appropriation transfer request within the Police Department budget in the total amount of $78,000: $14,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Uniforms $28,000 from Patrol...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the appropriation transfer request within the Police Department budget in the total amount of $78,000: $14,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Uniforms $28,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Computer Software $20,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Professional Technical Services $6,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Water $10,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Travel
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 approve the appropriation transfer request within the Police Department budget in the total amount of $78,000: $14,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Uniforms $28,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Computer Software $20,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Professional Technical Services $6,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Water $10,000 from Patrol Permanent Full Time to Police Admin Travel Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the following one-day alcohol licenses: Question of approving the following one day alcohol licenses: A Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License for the Annual Coolidge Corner...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following one-day alcohol licenses: Question of approving the following one day alcohol licenses: A Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License for the Annual Coolidge Corner Arts Festival to be held on Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. A Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Hospital Meeting and Lawn Party to be held on June 3, 2022 from 1:00PM - 7:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 150 people are expected to attend. A Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on June 4, 2022 for a Bar Mitzvah 6:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 100 people are expected to attend. A Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on June 2, 2022 for an Exhibit Opening Reception from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM at 15 Newton Street. 150 people are expected to attend.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 approve the following one-day alcohol licenses: Question of approving the following one day alcohol licenses: A Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License for the Annual Coolidge Corner Arts Festival to be held on Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. A Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Hospital Meeting and Lawn Party to be held on June 3, 2022 from 1:00PM - 7:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 150 people are expected to attend. A Temporary All Alcoholic Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on June 4, 2022 for a Bar Mitzvah 6:00PM - 11:00PM at 15 Newton Street. 100 people are expected to attend. A Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to The Larz Anderson Auto Museum to be held on June 2, 2022 for an Exhibit Opening Reception from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM at 15 Newton Street. 150 people are expected to attend. Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve a Request for Appropriation Transfer from surplus personnel accounts into the snow and ice budget and a Reserve Fund Transfer to cover the remaining balance for transmittal to the Advisory...
On motion it was, Voted to approve a Request for Appropriation Transfer from surplus personnel accounts into the snow and ice budget and a Reserve Fund Transfer to cover the remaining balance for transmittal to the Advisory Committee for further approval as required.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Hamilton, Sandman, 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 approve a Request for Appropriation Transfer from surplus personnel accounts into the snow and ice budget and a Reserve Fund Transfer to cover the remaining balance for transmittal to the Advisory Committee for further approval as required. Aye: Heather Hamilton, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Reconsider Article 22
On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 22.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 22. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Refer Article 22 to a Moderators Committee as recommended by the Advisory Committee
Voted 5-0 to refer Article 22 to a Moderators Committee as recommended by the Advisory Committee.
From the minutes
“Voted 5-0 to refer Article 22 to a Moderators Committee as recommended by the Advisory Committee. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Refer Article 25 to the Advisory Council on Public Health
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to refer Article 25 to the Advisory Council on Public Health.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to refer Article 25 to the Advisory Council on Public Health. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Reconsider Article 24
On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 24
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 24 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Favorable Action on the Advisory Committee's to refer Article 24 to an Athletic Field Surface Task Force with their revised language as outlined in the combined reports, page 461
Voted 4-1 Favorable Action on the Advisory Committee's to refer Article 24 to an Athletic Field Surface Task Force with their revised language as outlined in the combined reports, page 461.
Yes: Aschkenasy, Greene, Hamilton, SandmanNo: VanScoyoc
From the minutes
“1. Voted 4-1 Favorable Action on the Advisory Committee's to refer Article 24 to an Athletic Field Surface Task Force with their revised language as outlined in the combined reports, page 461. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman Against: John VanScoyoc.”
If not passed, the board recommends the Hatchet/Kahn recommendation as amended by the Advisory Committee
Voted 2-3 If not passed, the board recommends the Hatchet/Kahn recommendation as amended by the Advisory Committee.
Yes: Aschkenasy, HamiltonNo: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc
From the minutes
“2. Voted 2-3 If not passed, the board recommends the Hatchet/Kahn recommendation as amended by the Advisory Committee. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Miriam Aschkenasy Against: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman MOTION FAILED.”
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