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January 28, 2025
30 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- David Pearlman 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.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenDavid Pearlman is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren Absent: David Pearlman arrived 5:40 pm.”
Approve miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 6a
Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 6a. Question of approving the meeting minutes from January 14, 2025. Question of approving revised meeting minutes from September 17, 2024 (Vote language on the Larz Anderson Ice rink).
From the minutes
“Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 6a. Question of approving the meeting minutes from January 14, 2025. Question of approving revised meeting minutes from September 17, 2024 (Vote language on the Larz Anderson Ice rink). Approved as revised Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Accept a $66,000 grant award from the UASI Program to support Resilient Brookline: Emergency Preparedness Strengthening Communities program
Question of accepting a $66,000 grant award from the UASI Program to support Resilient Brookline: Emergency Preparedness Strengthening Communities program.
From the minutes
“6c. Question of accepting a $66,000 grant award from the UASI Program to support Resilient Brookline: Emergency Preparedness Strengthening Communities program. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Accept the following four awards granted by the US Department of Homeland Security's Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region (MBHSR) the City...
Question of accepting the following four awards granted by the US Department of Homeland Security's Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region (MBHSR) the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management: Prime Mover Award - $75,000 to enable OEM to purchase a specialized vehicle capable of tow trailers containing the Town's shelter supplies and related emergency equipment. Mass Notification System Award - $20,000 to enable OEM to continue to provide an emergency and warning system for the residents of Brookline via Alert Brookline. Emergency Preparedness Buddies Award - $65,000 to enable OEM to continue the EP Buddies Program, supporting Brookline's elder residents to encourage resiliency.
From the minutes
“6d. Question of accepting the following four awards granted by the US Department of Homeland Security's Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region (MBHSR) the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management: Prime Mover Award - $75,000 to enable OEM to purchase a specialized vehicle capable of tow trailers containing the Town's shelter supplies and related emergency equipment. Mass Notification System Award - $20,000 to enable OEM to continue to provide an emergency and warning system for the residents of Brookline via Alert Brookline. Emergency Preparedness Buddies Award - $65,000 to enable OEM to continue the EP Buddies Program, supporting Brookline's elder residents to encourage resiliency. Community Preparedness Award - $10,000 to enable OEM to continue to support community engagement efforts encouraging emergency preparedness and resiliency. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Accept the transmission of the Building Commission's Annual Report to the Select Board
Question of accepting the transmission of the Building Commission's Annual Report to the Select Board.
From the minutes
“6e. Question of accepting the transmission of the Building Commission's Annual Report to the Select Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Accept the transmission of the Advisory Council of Public Health's Annual Report to the Select Board
Question of accepting the transmission of the Advisory Council of Public Health's Annual Report to the Select Board.
From the minutes
“6f. Question of accepting the transmission of the Advisory Council of Public Health's Annual Report to the Select Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Accept the transmission of the Planning Board's Annual Report to the Select Board
Question of accepting the transmission of the Planning Board's Annual Report to the Select Board.
From the minutes
“6g. Question of accepting the transmission of the Planning Board's Annual Report to the Select Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve Change Order #44 with Gilbane Building Co. in the amount of $71,593 for final close out and reconciling of financials related to the Driscoll School project
Question of approving Change Order #44 with Gilbane Building Co. in the amount of $71,593 for final close out and reconciling of financials related to the Driscoll School project.
From the minutes
“6h. Question of approving Change Order #44 with Gilbane Building Co. in the amount of $71,593 for final close out and reconciling of financials related to the Driscoll School project. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve Change Order #29 with Jonathan Levy Architects in the amount of $1,280 related to a retaining wall at the Driscoll School
Question of approving Change Order #29 with Jonathan Levy Architects in the amount of $1,280 related to a retaining wall at the Driscoll School.
From the minutes
“6i. Question of approving Change Order #29 with Jonathan Levy Architects in the amount of $1,280 related to a retaining wall at the Driscoll School. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve Change Order #8 with Leftfield LLC in the amount of $12,926.43 for advertisement and peer review services for the Pierce School project
Question of approving Change Order #8 with Leftfield LLC in the amount of $12,926.43 for advertisement and peer review services for the Pierce School project.
From the minutes
“6j. Question of approving Change Order #8 with Leftfield LLC in the amount of $12,926.43 for advertisement and peer review services for the Pierce School project. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve the following Change Orders with Nadeau Corporation: Change Order #1 in the amount of $2,362.66 related to the site-built locker room
Question of approving the following Change Orders with Nadeau Corporation: Change Order #1 in the amount of $2,362.66 related to the site-built locker room. Change Order #2 in the amount of $13,744.48 related to Public Safety building locker rooms.
From the minutes
“6k. Question of approving the following Change Orders with Nadeau Corporation: Change Order #1 in the amount of $2,362.66 related to the site-built locker room. Change Order #2 in the amount of $13,744.48 related to Public Safety building locker rooms. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve Change Order #1 with A&D Services in the amount of $6,550.94 related to the basketball courts at the Newbury site
Question of approving Change Order #1 with A&D Services in the amount of $6,550.94 related to the basketball courts at the Newbury site.
From the minutes
“6l. Question of approving Change Order #1 with A&D Services in the amount of $6,550.94 related to the basketball courts at the Newbury site. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve Change Order #3 with Cambridge Seven in the amount of $1,683.12 for hydrant test related to the fire station project
Question of approving Change Order #3 with Cambridge Seven in the amount of $1,683.12 for hydrant test related to the fire station project.
From the minutes
“6m. Question of approving Change Order #3 with Cambridge Seven in the amount of $1,683.12 for hydrant test related to the fire station project. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve Extra Work Order 6 for PW/23-03 Upkeep of Trees and Related Work in the amount of $173,650 with North-Eastern Tree Service, Inc
Question of approving Extra Work Order 6 for PW/23-03 Upkeep of Trees and Related Work in the amount of $173,650 with North-Eastern Tree Service, Inc.
From the minutes
“6n. Question of approving Extra Work Order 6 for PW/23-03 Upkeep of Trees and Related Work in the amount of $173,650 with North-Eastern Tree Service, Inc. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve Amendment 2 for PW/19-16 Traffic/Safety Improvements at the Intersection of Hammond Street at Woodland Road in the amount of $36,000 with Tighe & Bond, Inc
Question of Approving Amendment 2 for PW/19-16 Traffic/Safety Improvements at the Intersection of Hammond Street at Woodland Road in the amount of $36,000 with Tighe & Bond, Inc.
From the minutes
“6o. Question of Approving Amendment 2 for PW/19-16 Traffic/Safety Improvements at the Intersection of Hammond Street at Woodland Road in the amount of $36,000 with Tighe & Bond, Inc. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve a request for an appropriation transfer from the Director of Public Health in the amount of $25,000 for training purposes: From: Environmental Health / Professional/Tech Services $25,000...
Question of approving a request for an appropriation transfer from the Director of Public Health in the amount of $25,000 for training purposes: From: Environmental Health / Professional/Tech Services $25,000 To: Health Admin / Education/Training $25,000
From the minutes
“6p. Question of approving a request for an appropriation transfer from the Director of Public Health in the amount of $25,000 for training purposes: From: Environmental Health / Professional/Tech Services $25,000 To: Health Admin / Education/Training $25,000 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Interim Library Director: Library Assistant II - Circulation
Approval of an Authorization to Hire request from the Interim Library Director: Library Assistant II - Circulation
From the minutes
“6q. Approval of an Authorization to Hire request from the Interim Library Director: Library Assistant II - Circulation Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Commissioner of Public Works for the following four (4) positions: Motor Equipment Operator LN-3 (2) Highway Craftsperson LN 3 (2)
Approval of an Authorization to Hire request from the Commissioner of Public Works for the following four (4) positions: Motor Equipment Operator LN-3 (2) Highway Craftsperson LN 3 (2)
From the minutes
“6r. Approval of an Authorization to Hire request from the Commissioner of Public Works for the following four (4) positions: Motor Equipment Operator LN-3 (2) Highway Craftsperson LN 3 (2) Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve an appropriation transfer from the Department of Public Works: From: 46004650 510101 Salaries $7,850 To: 46005650 551099 Education/Training $7,850
Question of approving an appropriation transfer from the Department of Public Works: From: 46004650 510101 Salaries $7,850 To: 46005650 551099 Education/Training $7,850
From the minutes
“6s. Question of approving an appropriation transfer from the Department of Public Works: From: 46004650 510101 Salaries $7,850 To: 46005650 551099 Education/Training $7,850 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
Approve contract PW/24-06 with Toole Design Group, LLC, in the amount of $3,000,000, for project development, design and engineering services for the Beacon Street Bridle Path
On motion it was, Voted to approve contract PW/24-06 with Toole Design Group, LLC, in the amount of $3,000,000, for project development, design and engineering services for the Beacon Street Bridle Path.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve contract PW/24-06 with Toole Design Group, LLC, in the amount of $3,000,000, for project development, design and engineering services for the Beacon Street Bridle Path. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman.”
The acceptance of the proposal to appoint a hearing officer outside the Town's employment at the town expense to consider the issues raised by Mission MA, Inc., license revocation
On motion it was, Voted the acceptance of the proposal to appoint a hearing officer outside the Town's employment at the town expense to consider the issues raised by Mission MA, Inc., license revocation
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted the acceptance of the proposal to appoint a hearing officer outside the Town's employment at the town expense to consider the issues raised by Mission MA, Inc., license revocation Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Extend the license for two weeks following the Board's initial consideration of the hearing officer's report
Voted to extend the license for two weeks following the Board's initial consideration of the hearing officer's report.
From the minutes
“Voted to extend the license for two weeks following the Board's initial consideration of the hearing officer's report. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Expand the membership for the Zero Emissions Advisory Board from 5 members to 7 members
On motion it was, Voted to expand the membership for the Zero Emissions Advisory Board from 5 members to 7 members.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to expand the membership for the Zero Emissions Advisory Board from 5 members to 7 members. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Appoint Patricia Correa to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Patricia Correa to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Patricia Correa to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028 Voted to appoint Bill Heinemann to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028 Voted to appoint Alan Leviton to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Appoint Bill Heinemann to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028
Voted to appoint Bill Heinemann to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028
From the minutes
“Voted to appoint Bill Heinemann to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028 Voted to appoint Alan Leviton to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Appoint Alan Leviton to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028
Voted to appoint Alan Leviton to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028
From the minutes
“Voted to appoint Alan Leviton to the Zero Emissions Advisory Board for a term ending January 31, 2028 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Appoint Steven Brooks to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending September 1, 2027
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Steven Brooks to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending September 1, 2027
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Steven Brooks to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending September 1, 2027 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Appoint Thomas Renkes to the Planning Board for a term ending August 31, 2027
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Thomas Renkes to the Planning Board for a term ending August 31, 2027.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Thomas Renkes to the Planning Board for a term ending August 31, 2027. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Appoint Charles Carey as the Town Administrator for a three-year term commencing September 15, 2025
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Charles Carey as the Town Administrator for a three-year term commencing September 15, 2025
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Charles Carey as the Town Administrator for a three-year term commencing September 15, 2025 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve and execute the renewal employment contract with Charles Carey as provided in the Board's packet
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the renewal employment contract with Charles Carey as provided in the Board's packet.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the renewal employment contract with Charles Carey as provided in the Board's packet. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
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