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March 7, 2023
10 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023
On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for the Treasurer/Collector (T-07) in the Finance Department
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the Treasurer/Collector (T-07) in the Finance Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the Treasurer/Collector (T-07) in the Finance Department. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve an authorization to hire request for a vacant Librarian III (K08) position in the Library department
On motion it was, Voted to approve an authorization to hire request for a vacant Librarian III (K08) position in the Library department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve an authorization to hire request for a vacant Librarian III (K08) position in the Library department. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept a rebate check from National Grid, an energy solutions implemented program in the amount of $17,500 for the installation of heating pumps at 55 Newton Street
On motion it was, Voted to accept a rebate check from National Grid, an energy solutions implemented program in the amount of $17,500 for the installation of heating pumps at 55 Newton Street.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a rebate check from National Grid, an energy solutions implemented program in the amount of $17,500 for the installation of heating pumps at 55 Newton Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept a gift in the amount of $297,170 from Chestnut Hill Realty to match Town Funding for improvements to the Baker School Tennis Courts, access to D.Blakely Hoar Sanctuary and abutting...
On motion it was, Voted to accept a gift in the amount of $297,170 from Chestnut Hill Realty to match Town Funding for improvements to the Baker School Tennis Courts, access to D.Blakely Hoar Sanctuary and abutting pathway/stairs and to approve and sign the accompanying Access and Release agreement that establishes the terms by which the Town and its contractor may complete the construction and access the project area via Chestnut Hill Realty owned property.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a gift in the amount of $297,170 from Chestnut Hill Realty to match Town Funding for improvements to the Baker School Tennis Courts, access to D.Blakely Hoar Sanctuary and abutting pathway/stairs and to approve and sign the accompanying Access and Release agreement that establishes the terms by which the Town and its contractor may complete the construction and access the project area via Chestnut Hill Realty owned property. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Award and execute contract PW23-10 "Repair of Bituminous Concrete Patches" with Mario Susi & Son, Inc. in the amount of $416,352.50
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute contract PW23-10 "Repair of Bituminous Concrete Patches" with Mario Susi & Son, Inc. in the amount of $416,352.50.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute contract PW23-10 "Repair of Bituminous Concrete Patches" with Mario Susi & Son, Inc. in the amount of $416,352.50. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the following appropriation request from the Information Technology Department: From: 19001941 5A0036 Leased equip & software $40,000 To: 19001941 531015 Data Processing supplies $10,000...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following appropriation request from the Information Technology Department: From: 19001941 5A0036 Leased equip & software $40,000 To: 19001941 531015 Data Processing supplies $10,000 19001941 524010 Proff and Technical Services $20,000 19001941 551099 Education/Training/Conferences $10,000
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following appropriation request from the Information Technology Department: From: 19001941 5A0036 Leased equip & software $40,000 To: 19001941 531015 Data Processing supplies $10,000 19001941 524010 Proff and Technical Services $20,000 19001941 551099 Education/Training/Conferences $10,000 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve a proclamation recognizing national Women's History Month
On motion it was, Voted to approve a proclamation recognizing national Women's History Month.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve a proclamation recognizing national Women's History Month. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the memo presented by Town Administrator Carey to the Department Heads on the budget review process
On motion it was, Voted to approve the memo presented by Town Administrator Carey to the Department Heads on the budget review process.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the memo presented by Town Administrator Carey to the Department Heads on the budget review process. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Authorize the Town of Brookline to Participate in the Massachusetts Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program, as described in the resolution included in the item's materials, and...
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Town of Brookline to Participate in the Massachusetts Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program, as described in the resolution included in the item's materials, and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board any agreements or authorizations that he deems reasonable.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the Town of Brookline to Participate in the Massachusetts Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program, as described in the resolution included in the item's materials, and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board any agreements or authorizations that he deems reasonable. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
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