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November 19, 2024
14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. a
Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. a. Question of accepting a rebate in the amount of $114,000.00 from Eversource for energy conservation measures at Driscoll School.
From the minutes
“Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. a. Question of accepting a rebate in the amount of $114,000.00 from Eversource for energy conservation measures at Driscoll School. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Beacon Street running northeasterly from existing...
Question of approving the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Beacon Street running northeasterly from existing MH9867 at Powell Street to a distance of 1,515 feet with three new manholes MH32300, MH32301 and MH32302 to existing MH3252 at Carlton Street with the necessary wires and cables therein for the transmission of electricity.
From the minutes
“b. Question of approving the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Beacon Street running northeasterly from existing MH9867 at Powell Street to a distance of 1,515 feet with three new manholes MH32300, MH32301 and MH32302 to existing MH3252 at Carlton Street with the necessary wires and cables therein for the transmission of electricity. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the application for a transfer of an All Alcoholic Package Store License from Gora Inc d/b/a The Wine Press for Moksh Liquor, Inc d/b/a The Wine Press at 1050 Beacon Street
Question of approving the application for a transfer of an All Alcoholic Package Store License from Gora Inc d/b/a The Wine Press for Moksh Liquor, Inc d/b/a The Wine Press at 1050 Beacon Street. Proposed manager will be Aaron Mehta. Hours of alcohol service and operation will be Monday - Sunday 10:00AM - 11:00PM. Question of approving application for a Change of Location for Moksh Liquor, Inc d/b/a The Wine Press from 1024 Beacon Street to 1050 Beacon Street. Question of approving the application for a Pledge of License/Inventory for Moksh Liquor, Inc d/b/a The Wine Press at 1050 Beacon Street. Question of approving the application for an Alternate Manager, Smitesh Patel, Moksh Liquor, Inc d/b/a The Wine Press at 1050 Beacon Street.
From the minutes
“c. Question of approving the application for a transfer of an All Alcoholic Package Store License from Gora Inc d/b/a The Wine Press for Moksh Liquor, Inc d/b/a The Wine Press at 1050 Beacon Street. Proposed manager will be Aaron Mehta. Hours of alcohol service and operation will be Monday - Sunday 10:00AM - 11:00PM. Question of approving application for a Change of Location for Moksh Liquor, Inc d/b/a The Wine Press from 1024 Beacon Street to 1050 Beacon Street. Question of approving the application for a Pledge of License/Inventory for Moksh Liquor, Inc d/b/a The Wine Press at 1050 Beacon Street. Question of approving the application for an Alternate Manager, Smitesh Patel, Moksh Liquor, Inc d/b/a The Wine Press at 1050 Beacon Street. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the application of a Common Victualler for Sarang Holdings, LLC d/b/a Junbi Matcha & Tea at 190 Washington Street
Question of approving the application of a Common Victualler for Sarang Holdings, LLC d/b/a Junbi Matcha & Tea at 190 Washington Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 9:00AM - 9:00PM. Seating will consist of 9 inside seats. Question of approving the application of a new Entertainment for Sarang Holdings, LLC d/b/a Junbi Matcha & Tea at 190 Washington Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 9:00AM - 9:00PM. Entertainment will consist of recorded music, radio and television.
From the minutes
“d. Question of approving the application of a Common Victualler for Sarang Holdings, LLC d/b/a Junbi Matcha & Tea at 190 Washington Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 9:00AM - 9:00PM. Seating will consist of 9 inside seats. Question of approving the application of a new Entertainment for Sarang Holdings, LLC d/b/a Junbi Matcha & Tea at 190 Washington Street. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 9:00AM - 9:00PM. Entertainment will consist of recorded music, radio and television. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the application for a change of hours for Jumbo Seafood Brookline, Inc d/b/a Jumbo Seafood at 1032 Commonwealth Ave. Current Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday 11:00AM - 12:00AM to Proposed...
Question of approving the application for a change of hours for Jumbo Seafood Brookline, Inc d/b/a Jumbo Seafood at 1032 Commonwealth Ave. Current Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday 11:00AM - 12:00AM to Proposed Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday 11:00AM 1:00AM.
From the minutes
“e. Question of approving the application for a change of hours for Jumbo Seafood Brookline, Inc d/b/a Jumbo Seafood at 1032 Commonwealth Ave. Current Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday 11:00AM - 12:00AM to Proposed Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday 11:00AM 1:00AM. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to Hellenic College d/b/a The World Lebanese Culture Union for a Musical Concert at the Maliotis Theatre to be held on November 22,...
Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to Hellenic College d/b/a The World Lebanese Culture Union for a Musical Concert at the Maliotis Theatre to be held on November 22, 2024 from 6:00PM - 10:00PM at 50 Goddard Ave. 175 people expected to attend.
From the minutes
“f. Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to Hellenic College d/b/a The World Lebanese Culture Union for a Musical Concert at the Maliotis Theatre to be held on November 22, 2024 from 6:00PM - 10:00PM at 50 Goddard Ave. 175 people expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Reconsider Article 7
On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 7
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 7 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on the revisions presented by Ms. Morerlli
On motion it was, Voted Favorable Action on the revisions presented by Ms. Morerlli.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted Favorable Action on the revisions presented by Ms. Morerlli. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman On.”
Refer Article 7 to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Aye: Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman
Voted 3-2 to refer Article 7 to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Aye: Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman
Yes: Pearlman, VanScoyoc, WarrenNo: Greene, Sandman
From the minutes
“Voted 3-2 to refer Article 7 to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Aye: Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman Against: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman Motion passes.”
Reconsider Article 15
On motion, it was, Voted to reconsider Article 15
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to reconsider Article 15 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman On.”
Favorable Action on the revised motion offered by the Advisory Committee (supplement No.4)
Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on the revised motion offered by the Advisory Committee (supplement No.4).
From the minutes
“Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on the revised motion offered by the Advisory Committee (supplement No.4). Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Reappoint James Carroll, Park and Recreation Committee Appointee to the Naming Committee
On motion, it was, Voted to reappoint James Carroll, Park and Recreation Committee Appointee to the Naming Committee
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to reappoint James Carroll, Park and Recreation Committee Appointee to the Naming Committee Voted to reappoint David-Marc Goldstein, Advisory Committee Appointee to the Naming Committee Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Reappoint David-Marc Goldstein, Advisory Committee Appointee to the Naming Committee
Voted to reappoint David-Marc Goldstein, Advisory Committee Appointee to the Naming Committee
From the minutes
“Voted to reappoint David-Marc Goldstein, Advisory Committee Appointee to the Naming Committee Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Reappoint Stan Trecker to the Brookline Commission for the Arts
On motion, it was, Voted to reappoint Stan Trecker to the Brookline Commission for the Arts
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to reappoint Stan Trecker to the Brookline Commission for the Arts Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
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