MassVoter.com← Brookline Select BoardBrookline Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
January 17, 2023
21 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
A monthly email on what it voted on, starting in November.
Your Brookline ballot: 13 quizzes, about a minute each.
Start my ballot →Attendance
Present: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes from January 10, 2023
On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes from January 10, 2023
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes from January 10, 2023 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for 1061 Beacon Street change of Lodging House agent from Sachpreet Nehal to Yuzhan Yang
Voted to approve the application for 1061 Beacon Street change of Lodging House agent from Sachpreet Nehal to Yuzhan Yang.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application for 1061 Beacon Street change of Lodging House agent from Sachpreet Nehal to Yuzhan Yang. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for 1077 Beacon Street change of Lodging House agent from Marissa Grunes to Sunyeok Park
Voted to approve the application for 1077 Beacon Street change of Lodging House agent from Marissa Grunes to Sunyeok Park.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application for 1077 Beacon Street change of Lodging House agent from Marissa Grunes to Sunyeok Park. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for 89 Marion St. change of Lodging House agent from Darvin Aviles to Ludwin Carranza
Voted to approve the application for 89 Marion St. change of Lodging House agent from Darvin Aviles to Ludwin Carranza.
From the minutes
“3. Voted to approve the application for 89 Marion St. change of Lodging House agent from Darvin Aviles to Ludwin Carranza. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the Authorization to Hire Request within the Engineering Division - Civil Engineer (EN4)
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Authorization to Hire Request within the Engineering Division - Civil Engineer (EN4)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Authorization to Hire Request within the Engineering Division - Civil Engineer (EN4) Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept the following annual Fire Prevention/ Public Education grants offered and approved by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Public Safety to enhance our Community Risk...
On motion it was, Voted to accept the following annual Fire Prevention/ Public Education grants offered and approved by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Public Safety to enhance our Community Risk Reduction (CRR) initiatives: $6781.00.for Student Awareness of Fire Education (S.A.F.E.). $2677.00 for Senior SAFE
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept the following annual Fire Prevention/ Public Education grants offered and approved by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Public Safety to enhance our Community Risk Reduction (CRR) initiatives: $6781.00.for Student Awareness of Fire Education (S.A.F.E.). $2677.00 for Senior SAFE Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the contract for the FY22 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) from MEMA in the amount of $21,500 to be used a variety of goals, primarily Community Resilience and Planning
On motion it was, Voted to approve the contract for the FY22 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) from MEMA in the amount of $21,500 to be used a variety of goals, primarily Community Resilience and Planning
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the contract for the FY22 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) from MEMA in the amount of $21,500 to be used a variety of goals, primarily Community Resilience and Planning Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept a $800.00 Sponsorship from the Brookline Community Foundation for the Annual MLK Day Event to be held on January 16, 2023 requested by the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Community...
On motion it was, Voted to accept a $800.00 Sponsorship from the Brookline Community Foundation for the Annual MLK Day Event to be held on January 16, 2023 requested by the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations and Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Committee
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a $800.00 Sponsorship from the Brookline Community Foundation for the Annual MLK Day Event to be held on January 16, 2023 requested by the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations and Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Committee Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the following appropriation transfer within the DPW Division: From: B4004010 510101 Personnel/Sal $190,000 To: 42004900 522070 Motor Veh/Equip repair $110,000 42004900 534230 Motor Veh...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following appropriation transfer within the DPW Division: From: B4004010 510101 Personnel/Sal $190,000 To: 42004900 522070 Motor Veh/Equip repair $110,000 42004900 534230 Motor Veh Supplies $80,000
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following appropriation transfer within the DPW Division: From: B4004010 510101 Personnel/Sal $190,000 To: 42004900 522070 Motor Veh/Equip repair $110,000 42004900 534230 Motor Veh Supplies $80,000 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the parade permit for the BAA's 127th Boston Marathon to be held on April 17th, 2023
On motion it was, Voted to approve the parade permit for the BAA's 127th Boston Marathon to be held on April 17th, 2023.
From the minutes
“2023. On motion it was, Voted to approve the parade permit for the BAA's 127th Boston Marathon to be held on April 17th, 2023. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Common Victualler for Z&L Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Cubist Circle at 220 Washington Street
Voted to approve the application of a Common Victualler for Z&L Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Cubist Circle at 220 Washington Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Thursday 11:00am - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm - 10:00pm. Seating will consist of 16 inside seats.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application of a Common Victualler for Z&L Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Cubist Circle at 220 Washington Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Thursday 11:00am - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm - 10:00pm. Seating will consist of 16 inside seats. 2. Voted to approve the application of a new Entertainment Z&L Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Cubist Circle at 220 Washington Street. Entertainment will consist of radio, recorded music, and televisions Sunday - Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a new Entertainment Z&L Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Cubist Circle at 220 Washington Street
Voted to approve the application of a new Entertainment Z&L Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Cubist Circle at 220 Washington Street. Entertainment will consist of radio, recorded music, and televisions Sunday - Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application of a new Entertainment Z&L Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Cubist Circle at 220 Washington Street. Entertainment will consist of radio, recorded music, and televisions Sunday - Saturday 11:00am - 11:00pm. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Change of Manager of Record from Joseph Lachance to Jonathan Webster for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR at 890 Commonwealth Ave
Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager of Record from Joseph Lachance to Jonathan Webster for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR at 890 Commonwealth Ave.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager of Record from Joseph Lachance to Jonathan Webster for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR at 890 Commonwealth Ave. 2. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Officer from Gary W Nicksa to Martin Howard for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR at 890 Commonwealth Ave Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Change of Officer from Gary W Nicksa to Martin Howard for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR at 890 Commonwealth Ave
Voted to approve the application of a Change of Officer from Gary W Nicksa to Martin Howard for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR at 890 Commonwealth Ave
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Officer from Gary W Nicksa to Martin Howard for Trustees of Boston University d/b/a WBUR at 890 Commonwealth Ave Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Contract Amendment #10, in the amount $26,171.00, with Leftfield LLC, for added construction administration services for change to terrazzo flooring in certain sections of the school from VCT
Voted to approve Contract Amendment #10, in the amount $26,171.00, with Leftfield LLC, for added construction administration services for change to terrazzo flooring in certain sections of the school from VCT.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve Contract Amendment #10, in the amount $26,171.00, with Leftfield LLC, for added construction administration services for change to terrazzo flooring in certain sections of the school from VCT. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Contract Amendment #22, in the amount of $12,500.00 with Jonathan Levy Architects for services related to flooring at the Driscoll School project
Voted to approve Contract Amendment #22, in the amount of $12,500.00 with Jonathan Levy Architects for services related to flooring at the Driscoll School project.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve Contract Amendment #22, in the amount of $12,500.00 with Jonathan Levy Architects for services related to flooring at the Driscoll School project. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Change Order #19, in the amount of $478,231.00, with Gilbane Building Company related to terrazzo flooring in certain sections of the school from VCT
Voted to approve Change Order #19, in the amount of $478,231.00, with Gilbane Building Company related to terrazzo flooring in certain sections of the school from VCT.
From the minutes
“3. Voted to approve Change Order #19, in the amount of $478,231.00, with Gilbane Building Company related to terrazzo flooring in certain sections of the school from VCT. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
The public schools in Brookline be authorized to use portions of the former Newbury College site on a temporary basis during the short-term relocation of certain grades of the Pierce school, while...
On motion it was, Voted that the public schools in Brookline be authorized to use portions of the former Newbury College site on a temporary basis during the short-term relocation of certain grades of the Pierce school, while that school's main building is being demolished and rebuilt under the condition of the town's existing uses of the Newbury College site, including, but not limited to uses by town departments, and those covered by the existing parking agreement for the site are not disrupted. All this will be codified an MOU put together by town staff.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted that the public schools in Brookline be authorized to use portions of the former Newbury College site on a temporary basis during the short-term relocation of certain grades of the Pierce school, while that school's main building is being demolished and rebuilt under the condition of the town's existing uses of the Newbury College site, including, but not limited to uses by town departments, and those covered by the existing parking agreement for the site are not disrupted. All this will be codified an MOU put together by town staff. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Cemetery trustee, Joslin Murphy's presumptive conflict of interest in the expansion of the cemetery is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the...
On motion it was, Voted that cemetery trustee, Joslin Murphy's presumptive conflict of interest in the expansion of the cemetery is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from her in the role as a cemetery trustee.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted that cemetery trustee, Joslin Murphy's presumptive conflict of interest in the expansion of the cemetery is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from her in the role as a cemetery trustee. Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the filing of the following home rule petitions with the State Legislature as a result of the 2022 Special Town Meeting: 1
On motion it was, Voted to approve the filing of the following home rule petitions with the State Legislature as a result of the 2022 Special Town Meeting: 1. An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to amend its community choice aggregation plan (Article 23) 2. An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to adopt green zoning by-laws and regulations (Article 25) 3. An Act authorizing the establishment of a betterment loan program for the funding of electrification initiatives in the town of Brookline (Article 21)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the filing of the following home rule petitions with the State Legislature as a result of the 2022 Special Town Meeting: 1. An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to amend its community choice aggregation plan (Article 23) 2. An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to adopt green zoning by-laws and regulations (Article 25) 3. An Act authorizing the establishment of a betterment loan program for the funding of electrification initiatives in the town of Brookline (Article 21) Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Reappoint Alan Christ to the Economic Development Advisory Board for a term ending in 2026
On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Alan Christ to the Economic Development Advisory Board for a term ending in 2026
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reappoint Alan Christ to the Economic Development Advisory Board for a term ending in 2026 Aye: Heather Hamilton, Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
From the Brookline Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s CivicClerk meetings portal. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Brookline.News (candidate profiles, 2024 and 2026) and the Michael Rubenstein for Brookline Select Board campaign website.
How to read these pagesWhere the votes come from, how we check them against the official minutes, what isn't included yet, and how to report a mistake.About city pages →