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April 18, 2023
24 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Miriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for at least one vote.
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: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for a Finance Assistant (C-08) in the Treasury/Collection Division of the Finance Department
Question of approving the authorization to hire request for a Finance Assistant (C-08) in the Treasury/Collection Division of the Finance Department.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the authorization to hire request for a Finance Assistant (C-08) in the Treasury/Collection Division of the Finance Department. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Question of approving the authorization to hire request for a Finance Assistant (C-08) in the Treasury/Collection Division of the Finance Department.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the authorization to hire request for a Finance Assistant (C-08) in the Treasury/Collection Division of the Finance Department. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Accept a rebate check from National Grid, An Energy Solutions Implemented Program for the installation of heating pumps at the Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center in the amount of $19,675
Question of accepting a rebate check from National Grid, An Energy Solutions Implemented Program for the installation of heating pumps at the Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center in the amount of $19,675.
From the minutes
“Question of accepting a rebate check from National Grid, An Energy Solutions Implemented Program for the installation of heating pumps at the Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center in the amount of $19,675. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Question to approve and execute an agreement with Abe Faber, Treasurer and Co-Director, for the operation of the Farmers' Market at the Centre Street West Parking Lot on Thursdays from 9:00 AM...
Question to approve and execute an agreement with Abe Faber, Treasurer and Co-Director, for the operation of the Farmers' Market at the Centre Street West Parking Lot on Thursdays from 9:00 AM 9:00 PM from June 1, 2023 through November 16, 2023.
From the minutes
“Question to approve and execute an agreement with Abe Faber, Treasurer and Co-Director, for the operation of the Farmers' Market at the Centre Street West Parking Lot on Thursdays from 9:00 AM 9:00 PM from June 1, 2023 through November 16, 2023. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the Flowers and Opera community event to be held in the SS Pierce Alley Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Question of approving the Flowers and Opera community event to be held in the SS Pierce Alley Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the Flowers and Opera community event to be held in the SS Pierce Alley Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Question approving a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Artbarn Community Theatre for a Fundraiser Dinner to be held on May 13, 2023 from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM at 210 Harvard Street....
Question approving a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Artbarn Community Theatre for a Fundraiser Dinner to be held on May 13, 2023 from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM at 210 Harvard Street. 120 people expected to attend.
From the minutes
“Question approving a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Artbarn Community Theatre for a Fundraiser Dinner to be held on May 13, 2023 from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM at 210 Harvard Street. 120 people expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for a Secondhand Article License to Brookline Booksmith Corporation. d/b/a Brookline Booksmith at 279 Harvard Street Brookline, MA 02446
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a Secondhand Article License to Brookline Booksmith Corporation. d/b/a Brookline Booksmith at 279 Harvard Street Brookline, MA 02446.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a Secondhand Article License to Brookline Booksmith Corporation. d/b/a Brookline Booksmith at 279 Harvard Street Brookline, MA 02446. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application for a Food Vendor License for Josh Gelerman d/b/a The Butcherie at 374 Boylston Street
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a Food Vendor License for Josh Gelerman d/b/a The Butcherie at 374 Boylston Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Friday and Sunday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a Food Vendor License for Josh Gelerman d/b/a The Butcherie at 374 Boylston Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Friday and Sunday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Change of Manager from Jaimie Thang to Bao Ping Chen for DTJ Group, Inc. d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at Mandarin Gourmet
Question of approving the application of a Change of Manager from Jaimie Thang to Bao Ping Chen for DTJ Group, Inc. d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at Mandarin Gourmet. Question of approving the application for Change of Officer for DTJ Group, Inc.d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Prky Question of approving the application for Change in Owner interest for DTJ Group, Inc.d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Prky Applicant Boa Ping Chen was present.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application of a Change of Manager from Jaimie Thang to Bao Ping Chen for DTJ Group, Inc. d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at Mandarin Gourmet. Question of approving the application for Change of Officer for DTJ Group, Inc.d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Prky Question of approving the application for Change in Owner interest for DTJ Group, Inc.d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Prky Applicant Boa Ping Chen was present. On motion it was, 1. To approve the application of a Change of Manager from Jaimie Thang to Bao Ping Chen for DTJ Group, Inc. d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at Mandarin Gourmet. 2. To approve the application for Change of Officer for DTJ Group, Inc.d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Prky 3. To approve the application for Change in Owner interest for DTJ Group, Inc.d/b/a Mandarin Gourmet at 1020 West Roxbury Prky Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Change of Manager from Maria Lopez Ramos to Aaron Larsen for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 872 Comm Ave
Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Maria Lopez Ramos to Aaron Larsen for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 872 Comm Ave.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Maria Lopez Ramos to Aaron Larsen for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 872 Comm Ave. 2. Voted to approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 872 Comm Ave. 3. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Artur Elescano Meza Jr to Kayla Binger for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street. 4. Voted to approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 872 Comm Ave
Voted to approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 872 Comm Ave.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 872 Comm Ave. 3. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Artur Elescano Meza Jr to Kayla Binger for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street. 4. Voted to approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Change of Manager from Artur Elescano Meza Jr to Kayla Binger for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street
Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Artur Elescano Meza Jr to Kayla Binger for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street.
From the minutes
“3. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Manager from Artur Elescano Meza Jr to Kayla Binger for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street. 4. Voted to approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street
Voted to approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street.
From the minutes
“4. Voted to approve the application of an Alternate Manager Israel Vega for Cantina Hospitality LLC d/b/a Taco Bell at 276 Harvard Street. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 265 Boylston Street
Voted to approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 265 Boylston Street. Hours of operation will be Sunday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Monday - Saturday 5:30 AM - 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 18 inside seats.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 265 Boylston Street. Hours of operation will be Sunday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Monday - Saturday 5:30 AM - 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 18 inside seats. 2. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 1316 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 20 inside seats. 3. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 8 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 9 inside seats. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 1316 Beacon Street
Voted to approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 1316 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 20 inside seats.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 1316 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 20 inside seats. 3. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 8 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 9 inside seats. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 8 Harvard Street
Voted to approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 8 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 9 inside seats.
From the minutes
“3. Voted to approve the application of a Change of Ownership for a Common Victualler from CDT Donuts d/b/a Dunkin Donuts to BB Donuts LLC d/b/a Dunkin' at 8 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 9 inside seats. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Re-appoint Pam Roberts to the Naming Committee (full member) for a term ending in 2026
On motion it was, Voted to re-appoint Pam Roberts to the Naming Committee (full member) for a term ending in 2026
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to re-appoint Pam Roberts to the Naming Committee (full member) for a term ending in 2026 Voted to re-appoint Harry Friedman to the Naming Committee for a term ending in 2026 Voted to appoint Kevin Mackenzie to the Naming Committee (Alternate member) for a term ending in 2026 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Re-appoint Harry Friedman to the Naming Committee for a term ending in 2026
Voted to re-appoint Harry Friedman to the Naming Committee for a term ending in 2026
From the minutes
“Voted to re-appoint Harry Friedman to the Naming Committee for a term ending in 2026 Voted to appoint Kevin Mackenzie to the Naming Committee (Alternate member) for a term ending in 2026 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Appoint Kevin Mackenzie to the Naming Committee (Alternate member) for a term ending in 2026
Voted to appoint Kevin Mackenzie to the Naming Committee (Alternate member) for a term ending in 2026
From the minutes
“Voted to appoint Kevin Mackenzie to the Naming Committee (Alternate member) for a term ending in 2026 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Favorable Action on Article 10
On motion it was, Voted 3-1 Favorable Action on Article 10
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocNo: Aschkenasy
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 3-1 Favorable Action on Article 10 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman Against: Miriam Aschkenasy,.”
No Action on article 19
On motion it was, Voted 4-0 No Action on article 19
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 4-0 No Action on article 19 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
The proposed slate of the MBTA-CA Multifamily Permitting Committee. committee members: Dick Benka (chair) Rick Fredkin Carol Gladstone Ken Lewis Linda Olson Pehlke David Pollak Katha Seidman Neil...
On motion it was, Voted the proposed slate of the MBTA-CA Multifamily Permitting Committee. committee members: Dick Benka (chair) Rick Fredkin Carol Gladstone Ken Lewis Linda Olson Pehlke David Pollak Katha Seidman Neil Wishinsky
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted the proposed slate of the MBTA-CA Multifamily Permitting Committee. committee members: Dick Benka (chair) Rick Fredkin Carol Gladstone Ken Lewis Linda Olson Pehlke David Pollak Katha Seidman Neil Wishinsky Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the proposed charge for the MBTA-CA Multifamily Permitting Committee: Purpose The MBTA-CA Multifamily Permitting Committee (the Committee) will identify, develop, and analyze potential...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the proposed charge for the MBTA-CA Multifamily Permitting Committee: Purpose The MBTA-CA Multifamily Permitting Committee (the Committee) will identify, develop, and analyze potential options for complying with the MBTA Communities Act, in parallel to the work already underway along Harvard Street, so that Town Meeting can be presented with credible and meaningful alternatives in considering how best to comply with that Act's requirements. The Committee shall focus on developing potential options that could but need not include portions of the Harvard Street study area that: (i) seek to minimize adverse impact to commercial districts and existing businesses, (ii) include at least one option likely to incentivize the creation of additional housing units that are suitable for all stages of life and income levels, and (iii) take into consideration the location of additional housing relative to available capacity for open space, schools, and other public infrastructure. Scope The Committee, with the support of the Department of Planning and community Development, will make recommendations to the Select Board on proposed solutions (which could but need not include portions of Harvard Street), including any site plan review standards that affect the theoretical housing yield, by July 14, 2023, or as soon thereafter as reasonably feasible. That will likely give enough time for the State to review potential options submitted by the Select Board ove
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the proposed charge for the MBTA-CA Multifamily Permitting Committee: Purpose The MBTA-CA Multifamily Permitting Committee (the Committee) will identify, develop, and analyze potential options for complying with the MBTA Communities Act, in parallel to the work already underway along Harvard Street, so that Town Meeting can be presented with credible and meaningful alternatives in considering how best to comply with that Act's requirements. The Committee shall focus on developing potential options that could but need not include portions of the Harvard Street study area that: (i) seek to minimize adverse impact to commercial districts and existing businesses, (ii) include at least one option likely to incentivize the creation of additional housing units that are suitable for all stages of life and income levels, and (iii) take into consideration the location of additional housing relative to available capacity for open space, schools, and other public infrastructure. Scope The Committee, with the support of the Department of Planning and community Development, will make recommendations to the Select Board on proposed solutions (which could but need not include portions of Harvard Street), including any site plan review standards that affect the theoretical housing yield, by July 14, 2023, or as soon thereafter as reasonably feasible. That will likely give enough time for the State to review potential options submitted by the Select Board over the summer. Following this process, the Committee will assist staff in drafting warrant articles and related materials, including site plan review standards in time for Fall 2023 Town Meeting (estimating August 31st warrant article deadline). Committee meetings will be held remotely via zoom. Prior to making recommendations to the Select Board, the Committee shall: Notify property owners and tenants (including commercial tenants) of at least one public hearing of any proposed zoning changes; Develop two or more solutions for MBTA Communities Act compliance, with a goal of at least one solution that would likely incentivize at least 699 net new housing units constructed (10% of the theoretical housing capacity required by the State) - which could but need not include solutions being developed on Harvard Street, or be entirely separate from Harvard Street; Evaluate the possibility of compliance through the use of, but not necessarily limited to, existing T (two-family) zones and M (multi-family) zones; and Consider and resolve to the extent feasible any unintended consequences updated zoning may have, including impacts of the MBTA-CA parking model, negative impacts on existing businesses, climate resiliency, potential demolition of existing housing stock or loss of character-defining features of the Town..”
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