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June 27, 2023
45 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren
Absent: None
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Enter into executive session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenThe roll call does not list Miriam Aschkenasy, who was on the attendance list; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the minutes from June 13, 2023
Voted to approve the minutes from June 13, 2023
From the minutes
“Voted to approve the minutes from June 13, 2023 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for the Senior Office Assistant (C5) in the Administration Division of the Department of Public Works
Question of approving the authorization to hire request for the Senior Office Assistant (C5) in the Administration Division of the Department of Public Works.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the authorization to hire request for the Senior Office Assistant (C5) in the Administration Division of the Department of Public Works. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for 15 new employees in the Police Department
Question of approving the authorization to hire request for 15 new employees in the Police Department.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the authorization to hire request for 15 new employees in the Police Department. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Accept the following donations to the Recreation Department: $100 from Laurie Ferrell for the Recreation Therapy Program
Question of accepting the following donations to the Recreation Department: $100 from Laurie Ferrell for the Recreation Therapy Program
From the minutes
“Question of accepting the following donations to the Recreation Department: $100 from Laurie Ferrell for the Recreation Therapy Program Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the following appropriation transfer request within the Council on Aging departmental budget in the amount of $9,650
Question of approving the following appropriation transfer request within the Council on Aging departmental budget in the amount of $9,650.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the following appropriation transfer request within the Council on Aging departmental budget in the amount of $9,650. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Accept the following award granted by the US Department of Homeland Security's Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region (MBHSR) and the...
Question of accepting the following award granted by the US Department of Homeland Security's Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region (MBHSR) and the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management in the amount of $42,000 (FY20) and $50,000 (FY22) respectively, to enable the Town of Brookline's Office of Emergency Management to prepare a foundation and provide perimeter fencing for an enclosure to shelter five Emergency Management trailers containing emergency supplies.
From the minutes
“Question of accepting the following award granted by the US Department of Homeland Security's Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region (MBHSR) and the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management in the amount of $42,000 (FY20) and $50,000 (FY22) respectively, to enable the Town of Brookline's Office of Emergency Management to prepare a foundation and provide perimeter fencing for an enclosure to shelter five Emergency Management trailers containing emergency supplies. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Question of accepting the following award granted by the US Department of Homeland Security's Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region (MBHSR) and the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management in the amount of $75,000.00 will enable the Town of Brookline's Office of Emergency Management to purchase and equip a vehicle to transport Brookline's volunteer Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT and Jr. CERT) and others as needed to support the community in an emergency.
From the minutes
“Question of accepting the following award granted by the US Department of Homeland Security's Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region (MBHSR) and the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management in the amount of $75,000.00 will enable the Town of Brookline's Office of Emergency Management to purchase and equip a vehicle to transport Brookline's volunteer Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT and Jr. CERT) and others as needed to support the community in an emergency. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the contract with Karl F. Seidman Consulting Services and the use of $64,150 of Housing Trust Funds for the purpose of a two-part Linkage Fee Nexus Study, where the second part of the...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the contract with Karl F. Seidman Consulting Services and the use of $64,150 of Housing Trust Funds for the purpose of a two-part Linkage Fee Nexus Study, where the second part of the study will only be undertaken if approved by the Housing Advisory Board and the Select Board.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the contract with Karl F. Seidman Consulting Services and the use of $64,150 of Housing Trust Funds for the purpose of a two-part Linkage Fee Nexus Study, where the second part of the study will only be undertaken if approved by the Housing Advisory Board and the Select Board. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve Change Order #27 with Gilbane Company in the amount of $57,941.00 related to the Driscoll School project
Question of approving Change Order #27 with Gilbane Company in the amount of $57,941.00 related to the Driscoll School project
From the minutes
“Question of approving Change Order #27 with Gilbane Company in the amount of $57,941.00 related to the Driscoll School project Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve amendment #23 with Jonathan Levi Architects in the amount of $201,850.00,for added geotechnical/geoenvironmental work related to the Driscoll School project
Question of approving amendment #23 with Jonathan Levi Architects in the amount of $201,850.00,for added geotechnical/geoenvironmental work related to the Driscoll School project
From the minutes
“Question of approving amendment #23 with Jonathan Levi Architects in the amount of $201,850.00,for added geotechnical/geoenvironmental work related to the Driscoll School project Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve amendment #24 with Jonathan Levi Architects in the amount of $5,500.00, added geotechnical/geoenvironmental with soil removal from the site and the associated sampling related to the...
Question of approving amendment #24 with Jonathan Levi Architects in the amount of $5,500.00, added geotechnical/geoenvironmental with soil removal from the site and the associated sampling related to the Driscoll School project
From the minutes
“Question of approving amendment #24 with Jonathan Levi Architects in the amount of $5,500.00, added geotechnical/geoenvironmental with soil removal from the site and the associated sampling related to the Driscoll School project Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve Change Order #10 with Lambrian Construction in the amount of $41,595.00 for various scope changes to contract work related to the High School project
Question of approving Change Order #10 with Lambrian Construction in the amount of $41,595.00 for various scope changes to contract work related to the High School project.
From the minutes
“Question of approving Change Order #10 with Lambrian Construction in the amount of $41,595.00 for various scope changes to contract work related to the High School project. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve contract PW/04-01"Beacon Street and General Grounds Maintenance" with Park Landscape Associates, Inc. in the amount of $264,375.00
Question of approving contract PW/04-01"Beacon Street and General Grounds Maintenance" with Park Landscape Associates, Inc. in the amount of $264,375.00.
From the minutes
“Question of approving contract PW/04-01"Beacon Street and General Grounds Maintenance" with Park Landscape Associates, Inc. in the amount of $264,375.00. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve contract PW23-20 "Beverly Rd Pedestrian Safety Improvements" with Richard D'Ambrosia, Inc. in the amount of $314,398.00
Question of approving contract PW23-20 "Beverly Rd Pedestrian Safety Improvements" with Richard D'Ambrosia, Inc. in the amount of $314,398.00.
From the minutes
“Question of approving contract PW23-20 "Beverly Rd Pedestrian Safety Improvements" with Richard D'Ambrosia, Inc. in the amount of $314,398.00. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve contract PW/24-02 "Skyline Park Maintenance", with Perez Landscaping of Boston, in the amount of $47,370.00
Question of approving contract PW/24-02 "Skyline Park Maintenance", with Perez Landscaping of Boston, in the amount of $47,370.00.
From the minutes
“Question of approving contract PW/24-02 "Skyline Park Maintenance", with Perez Landscaping of Boston, in the amount of $47,370.00. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve contract PW/04-03,"Traffic Signals and Emergency Streetlight Services", with Dagle Electrical Construction Corp. of Wilmington, MA, in the amount of $48,680.00
Question of approving contract PW/04-03,"Traffic Signals and Emergency Streetlight Services", with Dagle Electrical Construction Corp. of Wilmington, MA, in the amount of $48,680.00.
From the minutes
“Question of approving contract PW/04-03,"Traffic Signals and Emergency Streetlight Services", with Dagle Electrical Construction Corp. of Wilmington, MA, in the amount of $48,680.00. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Authorize the Chair to execute a letter to Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC notifying the company of the Town's intent to renew its Bike Share Agreement for the period of two (2) years after the...
Voted to authorize the Chair to execute a letter to Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC notifying the company of the Town's intent to renew its Bike Share Agreement for the period of two (2) years after the current term lapses on April 1, 2024.
From the minutes
“Voted to authorize the Chair to execute a letter to Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC notifying the company of the Town's intent to renew its Bike Share Agreement for the period of two (2) years after the current term lapses on April 1, 2024. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application for a new Wine and Malt Package Store License for Olive Connection, LLC d/b/a Olive Connection at 1426 Beacon Street
Question of approving the application for a new Wine and Malt Package Store License for Olive Connection, LLC d/b/a Olive Connection at 1426 Beacon Street. Proposed manager is Maurice Sapoznik.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for a new Wine and Malt Package Store License for Olive Connection, LLC d/b/a Olive Connection at 1426 Beacon Street. Proposed manager is Maurice Sapoznik. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application for a transfer of an All Alcohol Beverages Restaurant License from The Barbecue Lamb Brothers, LLC. d/b/a WOW Barbecue to Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating...
Question of approving the application for a transfer of an All Alcohol Beverages Restaurant License from The Barbecue Lamb Brothers, LLC. d/b/a WOW Barbecue to Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street. Proposed manager will be Lihong Duan. Proposed alcoholic beverage service hours are Monday - Sunday 11:30AM - 12:30AM.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for a transfer of an All Alcohol Beverages Restaurant License from The Barbecue Lamb Brothers, LLC. d/b/a WOW Barbecue to Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street. Proposed manager will be Lihong Duan. Proposed alcoholic beverage service hours are Monday - Sunday 11:30AM - 12:30AM. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application for a Common Victualler License for Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street
Question of approving the application for a Common Victualler License for Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street. Proposed operating hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 11:30AM - 12:30AM. The proposed seating is 76 seats.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for a Common Victualler License for Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street. Proposed operating hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 11:30AM - 12:30AM. The proposed seating is 76 seats. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application for an Alternate Manager, Feifei Teng, for Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street
Question of approving the application for an Alternate Manager, Feifei Teng, for Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for an Alternate Manager, Feifei Teng, for Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application for an Entertainment for Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street
Question of approving the application for an Entertainment for Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street. Entertainment consists of Radio, Recorded music, and Television Monday - Sunday 11:30AM - 12:30AM.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for an Entertainment for Northeast Eating Club, LLC. d/b/a Northeast Eating Club at 320 Washington Street. Entertainment consists of Radio, Recorded music, and Television Monday - Sunday 11:30AM - 12:30AM. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application for a Change of Manager from Brian Martens to Sandy Schanell Arauz for Hersha Brookline Concession, LLC d/b/a Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline at 40 Webster Street
Question of approving the application for a Change of Manager from Brian Martens to Sandy Schanell Arauz for Hersha Brookline Concession, LLC d/b/a Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline at 40 Webster Street.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for a Change of Manager from Brian Martens to Sandy Schanell Arauz for Hersha Brookline Concession, LLC d/b/a Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline at 40 Webster Street. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application for a Change of Manager from Bryan Parkin to Ira Paul Vogel for 1032 Beacon Corp d/b/a Bar 'Cino at 1032 Beacon Street
Question of approving the application for a Change of Manager from Bryan Parkin to Ira Paul Vogel for 1032 Beacon Corp d/b/a Bar 'Cino at 1032 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for a Change of Manager from Bryan Parkin to Ira Paul Vogel for 1032 Beacon Corp d/b/a Bar 'Cino at 1032 Beacon Street. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application of a Common Victualler for PLNT 289 Harvard LLC d/b/a PLNT Burger at 297 Harvard Street
Question of approving the application of a Common Victualler for PLNT 289 Harvard LLC d/b/a PLNT Burger at 297 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday from 11:00AM - 11:00PM. Seating will consist of 35 seats.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application of a Common Victualler for PLNT 289 Harvard LLC d/b/a PLNT Burger at 297 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday from 11:00AM - 11:00PM. Seating will consist of 35 seats. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application of an Entertainment License for PLNT 289 Harvard LLC d/b/a PLNT Burger at 297 Harvard Street
Question of approving the application of an Entertainment License for PLNT 289 Harvard LLC d/b/a PLNT Burger at 297 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday from 11:00AM - 11:00PM. Entertainment will consist of recorded music.
The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application of an Entertainment License for PLNT 289 Harvard LLC d/b/a PLNT Burger at 297 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday from 11:00AM - 11:00PM. Entertainment will consist of recorded music. Approved.”
*with the condition of meeting the plumbing code, installing an additional restroom, and providing a stamped plan to the building department
*with the condition of meeting the plumbing code, installing an additional restroom, and providing a stamped plan to the building department. This will be provided in two to three weeks.
From the minutes
“*with the condition of meeting the plumbing code, installing an additional restroom, and providing a stamped plan to the building department. This will be provided in two to three weeks. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application of a Common Victualler for Happy Bubbles, LLC d/b/a OneZo / ZZ Deserts at 1376 Beacon Street
Question of approving the application of a Common Victualler for Happy Bubbles, LLC d/b/a OneZo / ZZ Deserts at 1376 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Sunday to Saturday 11:00AM - 10:00PM. Seating consist of 12 seats.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application of a Common Victualler for Happy Bubbles, LLC d/b/a OneZo / ZZ Deserts at 1376 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Sunday to Saturday 11:00AM - 10:00PM. Seating consist of 12 seats. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application of an Entertainment for Happy Bubbles, LLC d/b/a OneZo / ZZ Deserts at 1376 Beacon Street
Question of approving the application of an Entertainment for Happy Bubbles, LLC d/b/a OneZo / ZZ Deserts at 1376 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Sunday to Saturday 11:00AM - 10:00PM. Entertainment will consist of radio and television.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application of an Entertainment for Happy Bubbles, LLC d/b/a OneZo / ZZ Deserts at 1376 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Sunday to Saturday 11:00AM - 10:00PM. Entertainment will consist of radio and television. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application of a Common Victualler for Nitin Mewada d/b/a Mirchi Nation at 477 Harvard Street
Question of approving the application of a Common Victualler for Nitin Mewada d/b/a Mirchi Nation at 477 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday from 11:00AM - 3:00PM, 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application of a Common Victualler for Nitin Mewada d/b/a Mirchi Nation at 477 Harvard Street. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday from 11:00AM - 3:00PM, 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application of a Food Vendor for Japanese Village, Inc. d/b/a Japonaise Bakery at 1020 Beacon Street
Question of approving the application of a Food Vendor for Japanese Village, Inc. d/b/a Japonaise Bakery at 1020 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday excluding Tuesday. From 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application of a Food Vendor for Japanese Village, Inc. d/b/a Japonaise Bakery at 1020 Beacon Street. Hours of operation will be Monday to Sunday excluding Tuesday. From 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve a permit for the Susan G. Komen New England 3-Day walk: August 18, 2023 through August 19, 2023
Question of approving a permit for the Susan G. Komen New England 3-Day walk: August 18, 2023 through August 19, 2023. From approximately 10:00AM - 1:45PM.
From the minutes
“Question of approving a permit for the Susan G. Komen New England 3-Day walk: August 18, 2023 through August 19, 2023. From approximately 10:00AM - 1:45PM. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Questioning of approving an application for a Transfer Open-Air License from Robert P. Beckert to Mayshe Schwartz d/b/a The Chai Hospitality located at 123 Longwood Ave. Brookline, MA 02446
Questioning of approving an application for a Transfer Open-Air License from Robert P. Beckert to Mayshe Schwartz d/b/a The Chai Hospitality located at 123 Longwood Ave. Brookline, MA 02446.
From the minutes
“Questioning of approving an application for a Transfer Open-Air License from Robert P. Beckert to Mayshe Schwartz d/b/a The Chai Hospitality located at 123 Longwood Ave. Brookline, MA 02446. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Questioning of renewing Open-Air Parking Licenses for 2023-2024
Questioning of renewing Open-Air Parking Licenses for 2023-2024.
From the minutes
“Questioning of renewing Open-Air Parking Licenses for 2023-2024. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the appointment of the following 6 student officers to the rank of Police Officer: Benjamin Yocum Kelly Pierce Jordan Berkeley Katherine Irizarry Paul Cannon Janibel Brea
On motion it was, Voted to approve the appointment of the following 6 student officers to the rank of Police Officer: Benjamin Yocum Kelly Pierce Jordan Berkeley Katherine Irizarry Paul Cannon Janibel Brea
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the appointment of the following 6 student officers to the rank of Police Officer: Benjamin Yocum Kelly Pierce Jordan Berkeley Katherine Irizarry Paul Cannon Janibel Brea Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the following promotions in the Police Department: Chris Malinn from the rank of Sergeant to Lieutenant (Provisional) Julie McDonnell from the rank of Officer to Sergeant
On motion it was, Voted to approve the following promotions in the Police Department: Chris Malinn from the rank of Sergeant to Lieutenant (Provisional) Julie McDonnell from the rank of Officer to Sergeant
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the following promotions in the Police Department: Chris Malinn from the rank of Sergeant to Lieutenant (Provisional) Julie McDonnell from the rank of Officer to Sergeant Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the application from Crown Castle/Verizon to modify each of the Nodes by adding 5G antennas on the pole below the existing canister antenna
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application from Crown Castle/Verizon to modify each of the Nodes by adding 5G antennas on the pole below the existing canister antenna. In addition, the applicant also proposes to swap out the existing pole mounted radio cabinet on 7 of the 9 Nodes with larger radio cabinets. Three of the poles (4A-18, 4B-27 and 4A-32) will be swapped out for in-kind replacement poles for structural reasons. Neighborhoods, where nodes will be located, include: Brookline Village, Aspinwall Hill, Coolidge Corner and the Longwood area.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application from Crown Castle/Verizon to modify each of the Nodes by adding 5G antennas on the pole below the existing canister antenna. In addition, the applicant also proposes to swap out the existing pole mounted radio cabinet on 7 of the 9 Nodes with larger radio cabinets. Three of the poles (4A-18, 4B-27 and 4A-32) will be swapped out for in-kind replacement poles for structural reasons. Neighborhoods, where nodes will be located, include: Brookline Village, Aspinwall Hill, Coolidge Corner and the Longwood area. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the petition from Eversource to install underground conduit in Pleasant Street and Station Street. 50 Pleasant Street to provide new conduit in Pleasant Street is proposed to run...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition from Eversource to install underground conduit in Pleasant Street and Station Street. 50 Pleasant Street to provide new conduit in Pleasant Street is proposed to run southwesterly from existing MH213 l 4 approximately 30 feet southwest of James Street a distance of about 10 feet to private property. 12-21 Station Street to provide new conduit in Station Street to run easterly from existing MH3330 approximately 400 feet east of Washington Street a distance of about 214 feet to existing MH7306 and northwesterly from existing MH3330 a distance of about 12 feet to private property.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition from Eversource to install underground conduit in Pleasant Street and Station Street. 50 Pleasant Street to provide new conduit in Pleasant Street is proposed to run southwesterly from existing MH213 l 4 approximately 30 feet southwest of James Street a distance of about 10 feet to private property. 12-21 Station Street to provide new conduit in Station Street to run easterly from existing MH3330 approximately 400 feet east of Washington Street a distance of about 214 feet to existing MH7306 and northwesterly from existing MH3330 a distance of about 12 feet to private property. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the petition from NStar Electric d/b/a Eversource Energy to install underground conduit in Webster Place for new underground electric service for an electric vehicle charging station
On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition from NStar Electric d/b/a Eversource Energy to install underground conduit in Webster Place for new underground electric service for an electric vehicle charging station. New conduit in Webster Place is proposed to begin at manhole 25867, running easterly thence southerly to Town Lot 6, Kent Street Parking Lot with approximately 173 feet of conduit.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition from NStar Electric d/b/a Eversource Energy to install underground conduit in Webster Place for new underground electric service for an electric vehicle charging station. New conduit in Webster Place is proposed to begin at manhole 25867, running easterly thence southerly to Town Lot 6, Kent Street Parking Lot with approximately 173 feet of conduit. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the petition from Extenet Systems to install a handhole in Pleasant Street and Egmont Street and modify the underground conduit locations that were previously approved on January 28, 2020
On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition from Extenet Systems to install a handhole in Pleasant Street and Egmont Street and modify the underground conduit locations that were previously approved on January 28, 2020.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the petition from Extenet Systems to install a handhole in Pleasant Street and Egmont Street and modify the underground conduit locations that were previously approved on January 28, 2020. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
The above the Select Board meeting procedures and public comment policy
On motion it was, Voted the above the Select Board meeting procedures and public comment policy.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted the above the Select Board meeting procedures and public comment policy. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
The Select Board approves the following changes to the Brookline Classification and Pay Plan: Increasing initial vacation time for all non-union full-time employees to 4 weeks per year, effective...
On motion it was, Voted: The Select Board approves the following changes to the Brookline Classification and Pay Plan: Increasing initial vacation time for all non-union full-time employees to 4 weeks per year, effective July 1, 2023 Adopting the Paid Parental Leave, Alcohol and Drug Testing and Annual Health Screening policies for all non-union employees, effective January 1, 2024.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted: The Select Board approves the following changes to the Brookline Classification and Pay Plan: Increasing initial vacation time for all non-union full-time employees to 4 weeks per year, effective July 1, 2023 Adopting the Paid Parental Leave, Alcohol and Drug Testing and Annual Health Screening policies for all non-union employees, effective January 1, 2024. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve the annual reappointment of Department Heads and other management personnel for Fiscal Year 2024 (July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024) as recommended by the Town Administrator and as...
VOTED: To approve the annual reappointment of Department Heads and other management personnel for Fiscal Year 2024 (July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024) as recommended by the Town Administrator and as appearing on Attachment A.
From the minutes
“1. VOTED: To approve the annual reappointment of Department Heads and other management personnel for Fiscal Year 2024 (July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024) as recommended by the Town Administrator and as appearing on Attachment A. 2. VOTED: To approve wage adjustments of 3% effective July 1, 2023 for positions on the Department Head Pay Plan, the Mid-Management Professional/Technical Pay Plan, and for other non-union positions as recommended by the Town Administrator. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
Approve wage adjustments of 3% effective July 1, 2023 for positions on the Department Head Pay Plan, the Mid-Management Professional/Technical Pay Plan, and for other non-union positions as...
VOTED: To approve wage adjustments of 3% effective July 1, 2023 for positions on the Department Head Pay Plan, the Mid-Management Professional/Technical Pay Plan, and for other non-union positions as recommended by the Town Administrator.
From the minutes
“2. VOTED: To approve wage adjustments of 3% effective July 1, 2023 for positions on the Department Head Pay Plan, the Mid-Management Professional/Technical Pay Plan, and for other non-union positions as recommended by the Town Administrator. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren.”
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