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May 23, 2023
19 recorded votes, 18 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren
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, Paul Warren.”
Approve the minutes from May 16, 2023
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes from May 16, 2023
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes from May 16, 2023 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the Council on Aging submitting an application to AARP to designate Brookline as an Age-Friendly Community
Question of approving the Council on Aging submitting an application to AARP to designate Brookline as an Age-Friendly Community.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the Council on Aging submitting an application to AARP to designate Brookline as an Age-Friendly Community. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to hire request from the Public Health and Human Services Department: Community Health Manager (T-07)
Question of approving the authorization to hire request from the Public Health and Human Services Department: Community Health Manager (T-07)
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the authorization to hire request from the Public Health and Human Services Department: Community Health Manager (T-07) Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the following Authorization to Hire Request from the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division: Assistant Civil Engineer IV: (EN-04)
Question of approving the following Authorization to Hire Request from the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division: Assistant Civil Engineer IV: (EN-04)
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the following Authorization to Hire Request from the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division: Assistant Civil Engineer IV: (EN-04) Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Accept a donation from ArtsBrookline in the amount of $2,000 to support the work of the Brookline Commission for the Arts
Question of accepting a donation from ArtsBrookline in the amount of $2,000 to support the work of the Brookline Commission for the Arts.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Question of accepting a donation from ArtsBrookline in the amount of $2,000 to support the work of the Brookline Commission for the Arts. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Extra Work Order No. 1 for work done by Argus Construction Corp., related to Contract No. PW/23-02 for repair and installation of chain link fencing related to additional snow work in the...
Question of approving Extra Work Order No. 1 for work done by Argus Construction Corp., related to Contract No. PW/23-02 for repair and installation of chain link fencing related to additional snow work in the amount of $13,517.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Question of approving Extra Work Order No. 1 for work done by Argus Construction Corp., related to Contract No. PW/23-02 for repair and installation of chain link fencing related to additional snow work in the amount of $13,517. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Extra Work Order No. 2 for work done by North-Eastern Tree Service, related to Contract No. PW/23-3 for upkeep of trees and related work in the amount of $32,837.50
Question of approving Extra Work Order No. 2 for work done by North-Eastern Tree Service, related to Contract No. PW/23-3 for upkeep of trees and related work in the amount of $32,837.50.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Question of approving Extra Work Order No. 2 for work done by North-Eastern Tree Service, related to Contract No. PW/23-3 for upkeep of trees and related work in the amount of $32,837.50. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve Extra Work Order Number 2 for work done by M. Neves, Inc., related to Contract No. PW/23-01, School Grounds Maintenance, in the amount of $5,380.00
Question of approving Extra Work Order Number 2 for work done by M. Neves, Inc., related to Contract No. PW/23-01, School Grounds Maintenance, in the amount of $5,380.00
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Question of approving Extra Work Order Number 2 for work done by M. Neves, Inc., related to Contract No. PW/23-01, School Grounds Maintenance, in the amount of $5,380.00 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a birthday party to be held on June 9, 2023 from 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM at 15 Newton...
Question of approving a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a birthday party to be held on June 9, 2023 from 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM at 15 Newton Street. 80 people expected to attend.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Question of approving a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a birthday party to be held on June 9, 2023 from 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM at 15 Newton Street. 80 people expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Hive LLC for the Brookline Coolidge Corner Art Festival to be held on June 3, 2023 from 11am - 6pm at Babcock Street. 1000 people are...
Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Hive LLC for the Brookline Coolidge Corner Art Festival to be held on June 3, 2023 from 11am - 6pm at Babcock Street. 1000 people are expected to attend.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sales License to Hive LLC for the Brookline Coolidge Corner Art Festival to be held on June 3, 2023 from 11am - 6pm at Babcock Street. 1000 people are expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions in the Police Department: 1 Provisional Lieutenant 1 Civil Service Sergeant
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions in the Police Department: 1 Provisional Lieutenant 1 Civil Service Sergeant
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for the following positions in the Police Department: 1 Provisional Lieutenant 1 Civil Service Sergeant Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the following promotions within the Police Department: Sergeant Allen Gustie to the rank of Lieutenant Officer David Cheung to the rank of Sergeant
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following promotions within the Police Department: Sergeant Allen Gustie to the rank of Lieutenant Officer David Cheung to the rank of Sergeant
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following promotions within the Police Department: Sergeant Allen Gustie to the rank of Lieutenant Officer David Cheung to the rank of Sergeant Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Reconsider Article 2
Voted to reconsider Article 2
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“1. Voted to reconsider Article 2 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the contract between the Fire Union and the Town of Brookline as negotiated
Voted to approve the contract between the Fire Union and the Town of Brookline as negotiated.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“2. Voted to approve the contract between the Fire Union and the Town of Brookline as negotiated. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the decision awarded by the Massachusetts Joint Labor Management Committee to fully fund the Police award, reserving the option to challenge the POST pay
Voted to approve the decision awarded by the Massachusetts Joint Labor Management Committee to fully fund the Police award, reserving the option to challenge the POST pay.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“3. Voted to approve the decision awarded by the Massachusetts Joint Labor Management Committee to fully fund the Police award, reserving the option to challenge the POST pay. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Reconsider Article 17
On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 17.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 17. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Favorable Action on the amended version of Article 17
On motion it was, Voted 1-3 Favorable Action on the amended version of Article 17. Motion fails
Yes: VanScoyocNo: Greene, Sandman, WarrenMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 1-3 Favorable Action on the amended version of Article 17. Motion fails Aye: John VanScoyoc Against: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the Select Board assignment list
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Select Board assignment list. Topic/Committee SB Assignment SB Required Age Friendly Cities Committee VanScoyoc No Audit Committee Warren (8/31) Yes CDBG Advisory Committee Warren Yes Commission on Disability Aschkenasy Yes Council on Aging VanScoyoc SB Chair or designee DICR Commission Aschkenasy Yes (ex-officio) Indigenous Peoples Celebration Committee VanScoyoc No Massport Citizens Advisory Committee Brian Kane SB or designee MLK Committee Greene No Pierce School Building Greene Greene/Sandman Yes Yes - Chair and one additional member Small Business Development Committee VanScoyoc No Cannabis Mitigation Advisory Committee Sandman Yes Driscoll School Building Committee Aschkenasy Yes Housing Advisory Board Greene Yes Surveillance Committee Greene Yes Babcock Street Sandman ? Town-School Partnership Committee ARPA Review Aschkenasy/Sandman Chestnut Hill Village Corridor Study Committee (fall) Yes Brookline 2040 (comp plan - to be up and running over the summer) Zoning Bylaw Committee Yes Yes Greene ?
Yes: Greene, Sandman, WarrenThe roll call does not list John VanScoyoc, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting. Miriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Select Board assignment list. Topic/Committee SB Assignment SB Required Age Friendly Cities Committee VanScoyoc No Audit Committee Warren (8/31) Yes CDBG Advisory Committee Warren Yes Commission on Disability Aschkenasy Yes Council on Aging VanScoyoc SB Chair or designee DICR Commission Aschkenasy Yes (ex-officio) Indigenous Peoples Celebration Committee VanScoyoc No Massport Citizens Advisory Committee Brian Kane SB or designee MLK Committee Greene No Pierce School Building Greene Greene/Sandman Yes Yes - Chair and one additional member Small Business Development Committee VanScoyoc No Cannabis Mitigation Advisory Committee Sandman Yes Driscoll School Building Committee Aschkenasy Yes Housing Advisory Board Greene Yes Surveillance Committee Greene Yes Babcock Street Sandman ? Town-School Partnership Committee ARPA Review Aschkenasy/Sandman Chestnut Hill Village Corridor Study Committee (fall) Yes Brookline 2040 (comp plan - to be up and running over the summer) Zoning Bylaw Committee Yes Yes Greene ? Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
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