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February 28, 2023
20 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes: February 14, 2023 February 21, 2023
On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes: February 14, 2023 February 21, 2023
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes: February 14, 2023 February 21, 2023 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for a Store Keeper (LN6) in the Department of Public Works
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Store Keeper (LN6) in the Department of Public Works.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Store Keeper (LN6) in the Department of Public Works. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Change Order #14 with CTA Construction, in the credit amount of ($26,489.10) for front door fix at Tappan Gym and for deletion of 1-year planting maintenance
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #14 with CTA Construction, in the credit amount of ($26,489.10) for front door fix at Tappan Gym and for deletion of 1-year planting maintenance
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #14 with CTA Construction, in the credit amount of ($26,489.10) for front door fix at Tappan Gym and for deletion of 1-year planting maintenance Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Change Order #9, with Lambrian Construction in the amount of 33,500.00 for added site, electrical and masonry work and deletion of entrance mat at BHS
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #9, with Lambrian Construction in the amount of 33,500.00 for added site, electrical and masonry work and deletion of entrance mat at BHS.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #9, with Lambrian Construction in the amount of 33,500.00 for added site, electrical and masonry work and deletion of entrance mat at BHS. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Change Order #23 with Gilbane Building Company in the credit amount of ($267,975.00) for various scope additions and deletions to the Michael Driscoll School Project
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #23 with Gilbane Building Company in the credit amount of ($267,975.00) for various scope additions and deletions to the Michael Driscoll School Project
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #23 with Gilbane Building Company in the credit amount of ($267,975.00) for various scope additions and deletions to the Michael Driscoll School Project Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept a rebate check from National Grid in the amount of $87,500 for installation of heating pumps at the Baker School
On motion it was, Voted to accept a rebate check from National Grid in the amount of $87,500 for installation of heating pumps at the Baker School.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a rebate check from National Grid in the amount of $87,500 for installation of heating pumps at the Baker School. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept a check in the amount of $52,000 from the Brookline Multiservice Senior Center Corporation to fund the Fitness Coordinator Position at the Brookline Senior Center
On motion it was, Voted to accept a check in the amount of $52,000 from the Brookline Multiservice Senior Center Corporation to fund the Fitness Coordinator Position at the Brookline Senior Center
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a check in the amount of $52,000 from the Brookline Multiservice Senior Center Corporation to fund the Fitness Coordinator Position at the Brookline Senior Center Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept two donations to Recreation Departments Recreation Therapy Program
On motion it was, Voted to accept two donations to Recreation Departments Recreation Therapy Program. Joe and Heather O'Neil - $1000.00 Emily Guo & and Mark Adams - $75.00
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept two donations to Recreation Departments Recreation Therapy Program. Joe and Heather O'Neil - $1000.00 Emily Guo & and Mark Adams - $75.00 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve contract PW/22-19 "Murphy Playground Improvements" with R. Bates and Sons, Inc. of Sterling MA in the amount of $1,222,811.00
On motion it was, Voted to approve contract PW/22-19 "Murphy Playground Improvements" with R. Bates and Sons, Inc. of Sterling MA in the amount of $1,222,811.00.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve contract PW/22-19 "Murphy Playground Improvements" with R. Bates and Sons, Inc. of Sterling MA in the amount of $1,222,811.00. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept an UASI Award/Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) in the amount of $5,761.47 for Community Preparedness Initiatives, to be spent by May 2023
On motion it was, Voted to accept an UASI Award/Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) in the amount of $5,761.47 for Community Preparedness Initiatives, to be spent by May 2023
The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept an UASI Award/Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) in the amount of $5,761.47 for Community Preparedness Initiatives, to be spent by May 2023.”
Accept an UASI Award/Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) n in the amount of $2,982.40 for Community Preparedness Initiatives, to be spent by May 2024
On motion it was, Voted to accept an UASI Award/Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) n in the amount of $2,982.40 for Community Preparedness Initiatives, to be spent by May 2024.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept an UASI Award/Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) n in the amount of $2,982.40 for Community Preparedness Initiatives, to be spent by May 2024. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Place on the ballot at the May 2, 2023 Annual Town Election the position of Town Meeting Member Precinct 7 for a term of 1 year to fill a vacancy
On motion it was, Voted to place on the ballot at the May 2, 2023 Annual Town Election the position of Town Meeting Member Precinct 7 for a term of 1 year to fill a vacancy.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to place on the ballot at the May 2, 2023 Annual Town Election the position of Town Meeting Member Precinct 7 for a term of 1 year to fill a vacancy. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the contract with Opticos Design for form-based consulting services in the amount of $277,200 with the two amendments
On motion it was, Voted to approve the contract with Opticos Design for form-based consulting services in the amount of $277,200 with the two amendments.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the contract with Opticos Design for form-based consulting services in the amount of $277,200 with the two amendments. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Authorize the Town to settle all opioid related litigation as recommended by the multi-district litigation and authorize the Town Administrator to sign any settlement agreements
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Town to settle all opioid related litigation as recommended by the multi-district litigation and authorize the Town Administrator to sign any settlement agreements.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Town to settle all opioid related litigation as recommended by the multi-district litigation and authorize the Town Administrator to sign any settlement agreements. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
All those in favor of a finding of responsibility with regard to the charge of failing to have an approved Manager or Alternative Manager in violation of Section A.18 of the Town of Brookline's...
All those in favor of a finding of responsibility with regard to the charge of failing to have an approved Manager or Alternative Manager in violation of Section A.18 of the Town of Brookline's Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Regulations say aye
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocThe roll call does not list Miriam Aschkenasy, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“1. All those in favor of a finding of responsibility with regard to the charge of failing to have an approved Manager or Alternative Manager in violation of Section A.18 of the Town of Brookline's Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Regulations say aye Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman.”
All those in favor of a finding of responsibility with regard to the charge of giving false information on 2019 through 2023 renewal applications in violation of Section A.4 of the Town of...
All those in favor of a finding of responsibility with regard to the charge of giving false information on 2019 through 2023 renewal applications in violation of Section A.4 of the Town of Brookline's Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Regulations say aye
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocThe roll call does not list Miriam Aschkenasy, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“2. All those in favor of a finding of responsibility with regard to the charge of giving false information on 2019 through 2023 renewal applications in violation of Section A.4 of the Town of Brookline's Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Regulations say aye Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman.”
All those in favor of a finding of responsibility with regard to the charge of failing to notify the Board of a change in beneficial interest when the former Manager, who owned a 5 percent...
All those in favor of a finding of responsibility with regard to the charge of failing to notify the Board of a change in beneficial interest when the former Manager, who owned a 5 percent interest in the LLC, left, in violation of G.L. c. 183, Section 15A say aye
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocThe roll call does not list Miriam Aschkenasy, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“3. All those in favor of a finding of responsibility with regard to the charge of failing to notify the Board of a change in beneficial interest when the former Manager, who owned a 5 percent interest in the LLC, left, in violation of G.L. c. 183, Section 15A say aye Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman.”
Moved that the Board suspend the All-Alcohol Liquor License and the Common Victualler License for three days beginning on Friday September 1, 2023 2
Moved that the Board suspend the All-Alcohol Liquor License and the Common Victualler License for three days beginning on Friday September 1, 2023 2. Moved suspending said license for an additional 3 days beginning on a Friday and ending on a Sunday in 2023, which latter three-day period will be held in abeyance until the following condition is satisfied or violated. A condition will be added to the license requiring Hamilton to return to the Board in six months. Should there be no noncompliance issues to report to the Board in that period, the Board will waive the remaining 3 suspended days; if there are compliances issues the suspension shall go into effect on the first Friday following the determination of non-compliance. In addition, Hamilton will immediately provide the name of a Manager and Alternate Manger for the Board to consider at its March 21, 2023 meeting.
Yes: Sandman, VanScoyocAbstained: GreeneThe roll call does not list Miriam Aschkenasy, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“1. Moved that the Board suspend the All-Alcohol Liquor License and the Common Victualler License for three days beginning on Friday September 1, 2023 2. Moved suspending said license for an additional 3 days beginning on a Friday and ending on a Sunday in 2023, which latter three-day period will be held in abeyance until the following condition is satisfied or violated. A condition will be added to the license requiring Hamilton to return to the Board in six months. Should there be no noncompliance issues to report to the Board in that period, the Board will waive the remaining 3 suspended days; if there are compliances issues the suspension shall go into effect on the first Friday following the determination of non-compliance. In addition, Hamilton will immediately provide the name of a Manager and Alternate Manger for the Board to consider at its March 21, 2023 meeting. 2-1-1 vote Aye: John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman Abstained: Bernard Greene.”
Approve the application of Alternate Manager Manus Johnston for Brookline Dining Group LLC d/b/a Hamilton at 1366 Beacon Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Alternate Manager Manus Johnston for Brookline Dining Group LLC d/b/a Hamilton at 1366 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application of Alternate Manager Manus Johnston for Brookline Dining Group LLC d/b/a Hamilton at 1366 Beacon Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Appoint Brooke Duskin to the Building Commission for a term ending in 2025
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Brooke Duskin to the Building Commission for a term ending in 2025.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Brooke Duskin to the Building Commission for a term ending in 2025. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
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