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January 14, 2025
17 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
Enter into executive session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session.
Yes: Greene, Pearlman, Sandman, VanScoyocThe roll call does not list Paul Warren, 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, Michael Sandman, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts
Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. Approval of Meeting Minutes from January 7, 2025.
From the minutes
“Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. Approval of Meeting Minutes from January 7, 2025. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
January 14.2025 6 b . Question of approving the Statement of the Select Board regarding General Order 43., Immigration, and Support for the Brookline Community
January 14.2025 6 b . Question of approving the Statement of the Select Board regarding General Order 43., Immigration, and Support for the Brookline Community.
From the minutes
“January 14.2025 6 b . Question of approving the Statement of the Select Board regarding General Order 43., Immigration, and Support for the Brookline Community. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the parade permit for the Boston Athletic Association's 129th Boston Marathon to be held on April 21, 2025.Approved
Question of approving the parade permit for the Boston Athletic Association's 129th Boston Marathon to be held on April 21, 2025.Approved
From the minutes
“6c. Question of approving the parade permit for the Boston Athletic Association's 129th Boston Marathon to be held on April 21, 2025.Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from Council on Aging Director: Clinical Social Worker lll (T4)
Approval of an Authorization to Hire request from Council on Aging Director: Clinical Social Worker lll (T4).
From the minutes
“6d. Approval of an Authorization to Hire request from Council on Aging Director: Clinical Social Worker lll (T4). Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Chief of Police: Crime Analyst (T-4)
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Chief of Police: Crime Analyst (T-4).
From the minutes
“6e. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Chief of Police: Crime Analyst (T-4). Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Accept a gift from Bill and Sue Adams in the amount of $100 for the Therapeutic Recreation Division
Question of accepting a gift from Bill and Sue Adams in the amount of $100 for the Therapeutic Recreation Division.
From the minutes
“6g. Question of accepting a gift from Bill and Sue Adams in the amount of $100 for the Therapeutic Recreation Division. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Accept the transmission of the Zoning Board of Appeals' Annual Report to the Select Board
Question of accepting the transmission of the Zoning Board of Appeals' Annual Report to the Select Board.
From the minutes
“6h. Question of accepting the transmission of the Zoning Board of Appeals' Annual Report to the Select Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the application for a change of hours for Cousins Restaurant Corp d/b/a Anatolia Buffet and Kebob House at 305 Washington Street
Question of approving the application for a change of hours for Cousins Restaurant Corp d/b/a Anatolia Buffet and Kebob House at 305 Washington Street. Current Operating Hours: Monday -Sunday 10:00AM - 2:00AM to Proposed Operating Hours: Sunday - Saturday 10:00AM - 12:00AM (hours reduced).
From the minutes
“6i. Question of approving the application for a change of hours for Cousins Restaurant Corp d/b/a Anatolia Buffet and Kebob House at 305 Washington Street. Current Operating Hours: Monday -Sunday 10:00AM - 2:00AM to Proposed Operating Hours: Sunday - Saturday 10:00AM - 12:00AM (hours reduced). Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve and authorize the Chair or designee to execute the following FY2025 Contract with the Brookline Community Development Corporation (BIC) funding to operate a Tenant Stabilization Program...
On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the Chair or designee to execute the following FY2025 Contract with the Brookline Community Development Corporation (BIC) funding to operate a Tenant Stabilization Program funded by the Housing Trust Fund in the amount of $128,000.00. Housing Trust funds shall be used to provide direct housing-related assistance to households deemed eligible by the BCDC Tenant Stabilization Program that are facing the risk of homelessness.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and authorize the Chair or designee to execute the following FY2025 Contract with the Brookline Community Development Corporation (BIC) funding to operate a Tenant Stabilization Program funded by the Housing Trust Fund in the amount of $128,000.00. Housing Trust funds shall be used to provide direct housing-related assistance to households deemed eligible by the BCDC Tenant Stabilization Program that are facing the risk of homelessness. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the Language Access Policy
On motion it was, Voted to approve the Language Access Policy
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the Language Access Policy Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the application for a change of hours for Bell 86, LLC d/b/a Bell 86 at 308 Harvard Street from Monday - Sunday 12:00PM - 12:00AM to Monday - Sunday 12:00PM to 2:00AM
On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a change of hours for Bell 86, LLC d/b/a Bell 86 at 308 Harvard Street from Monday - Sunday 12:00PM - 12:00AM to Monday - Sunday 12:00PM to 2:00AM
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the application for a change of hours for Bell 86, LLC d/b/a Bell 86 at 308 Harvard Street from Monday - Sunday 12:00PM - 12:00AM to Monday - Sunday 12:00PM to 2:00AM Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the change in detail rates as recommended by the Chief of Police
On motion it was, Voted to approve the change in detail rates as recommended by the Chief of Police.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the change in detail rates as recommended by the Chief of Police. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Award and execute a 5-Year Sanitation Services Contract with Casella Waste Management for FY26-FY30 in the amount of $26,356,829 with approval of the FY26 Contract at a value of $4,792,000
On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a 5-Year Sanitation Services Contract with Casella Waste Management for FY26-FY30 in the amount of $26,356,829 with approval of the FY26 Contract at a value of $4,792,000. Solid Waste Collection is Outsourced with Yard Waste Collection remaining in-house.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to award and execute a 5-Year Sanitation Services Contract with Casella Waste Management for FY26-FY30 in the amount of $26,356,829 with approval of the FY26 Contract at a value of $4,792,000. Solid Waste Collection is Outsourced with Yard Waste Collection remaining in-house. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
The adoption of a revised fee schedule as provided below with a 4% increase each subsequent year of the sanitation contract (FY27, FY28, FY29, FY30) and an increase of $2.50 per item for mattress,...
On motion it was, Voted the adoption of a revised fee schedule as provided below with a 4% increase each subsequent year of the sanitation contract (FY27, FY28, FY29, FY30) and an increase of $2.50 per item for mattress, bulky white goods, and cart swap services. Annual Cart Fee: 35 Gallon $275 65 Gallon $373 95 Gallon $476 Bags Only $57 Bags $4.40 Each or $22/Roll Cart Swap $65 Mattress Collection $65 Bulky Pick-up $20 White Goods/Electronics $30
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted the adoption of a revised fee schedule as provided below with a 4% increase each subsequent year of the sanitation contract (FY27, FY28, FY29, FY30) and an increase of $2.50 per item for mattress, bulky white goods, and cart swap services. Annual Cart Fee: 35 Gallon $275 65 Gallon $373 95 Gallon $476 Bags Only $57 Bags $4.40 Each or $22/Roll Cart Swap $65 Mattress Collection $65 Bulky Pick-up $20 White Goods/Electronics $30 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Appoint David Pearlman as the Select Board representative and Chair of the Committee of Seven for the Jack Kirrane Ice Rink
On motion it was, Voted to appoint David Pearlman as the Select Board representative and Chair of the Committee of Seven for the Jack Kirrane Ice Rink.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint David Pearlman as the Select Board representative and Chair of the Committee of Seven for the Jack Kirrane Ice Rink. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Appoint Elizabeth J. Armstrong - Preservation Commission representative
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Elizabeth J. Armstrong - Preservation Commission representative
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Elizabeth J. Armstrong - Preservation Commission representative Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
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