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March 4, 2025
20 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, David Pearlman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025
Question of approving the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025.
From the minutes
“3a. Question of approving the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire Request from the Council on Aging: Transportation Program Coordinator (T628)
Approval of an Authorization to Hire Request from the Council on Aging: Transportation Program Coordinator (T628).
From the minutes
“3b. Approval of an Authorization to Hire Request from the Council on Aging: Transportation Program Coordinator (T628). Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve an Officer Re-Hire request from Chief Paster: Lauren Barnes
Question of approving an Officer Re-Hire request from Chief Paster: Lauren Barnes.
From the minutes
“3c. Question of approving an Officer Re-Hire request from Chief Paster: Lauren Barnes. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve Extra Work Order 18 for Contract No. PW/14-19, Rental Rates for Snow Plowing and Ice Control, in the amount of $275,000 with D'Allessandro Corporation
Question of approving Extra Work Order 18 for Contract No. PW/14-19, Rental Rates for Snow Plowing and Ice Control, in the amount of $275,000 with D'Allessandro Corporation.
From the minutes
“3d. Question of approving Extra Work Order 18 for Contract No. PW/14-19, Rental Rates for Snow Plowing and Ice Control, in the amount of $275,000 with D'Allessandro Corporation. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Accept a Community Planning Grant for $85,000 to support the Babcock Street Lot Housing Feasibility Study, and authorize the Town Administrator to act as the signatory for any contracts or...
Question of accepting a Community Planning Grant for $85,000 to support the Babcock Street Lot Housing Feasibility Study, and authorize the Town Administrator to act as the signatory for any contracts or associated documents related to the grant. Town Administrator Carey acknowledged some advocating for a possible land swap between where Fire Station 5 is being rebuilt, and the Babcock St. parcel being considered. The way the project is operating, we can only have so many fire stations down at a time. The timing would not work; it was noted that both parcels are town owned.
From the minutes
“3e. Question of accepting a Community Planning Grant for $85,000 to support the Babcock Street Lot Housing Feasibility Study, and authorize the Town Administrator to act as the signatory for any contracts or associated documents related to the grant. Town Administrator Carey acknowledged some advocating for a possible land swap between where Fire Station 5 is being rebuilt, and the Babcock St. parcel being considered. The way the project is operating, we can only have so many fire stations down at a time. The timing would not work; it was noted that both parcels are town owned. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve a temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum on March 15, 2025, from 6:45 PM to 10:45 PM at 15 Newton St
Question of approving a temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum on March 15, 2025, from 6:45 PM to 10:45 PM at 15 Newton St.
From the minutes
“3f. Question of approving a temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum on March 15, 2025, from 6:45 PM to 10:45 PM at 15 Newton St. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Amend the Host Community Agreement with Sanctuary Medicinals, Inc. to provide more clarity surrounding Community Impact Fees (CIFs), as requested by the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), and to...
Question of amending the Host Community Agreement with Sanctuary Medicinals, Inc. to provide more clarity surrounding Community Impact Fees (CIFs), as requested by the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Board.
From the minutes
“3g. Question of amending the Host Community Agreement with Sanctuary Medicinals, Inc. to provide more clarity surrounding Community Impact Fees (CIFs), as requested by the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve amendments to the seven (7) General Orders as listed to comply with new accreditation standards and Massachusetts General Laws
On motion it was, Voted to approve amendments to the seven (7) General Orders as listed to comply with new accreditation standards and Massachusetts General Laws.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve amendments to the seven (7) General Orders as listed to comply with new accreditation standards and Massachusetts General Laws. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the application for a Change in Lodging Agent for 1017 Beacon St. (Pine Street Inn) to William Abdullah
Question of approving the application for a Change in Lodging Agent for 1017 Beacon St. (Pine Street Inn) to William Abdullah. Tiffany Oliva, Assistant Town Administrator for Operations stated that this item would normally go through the licensing review panel, but we wanted to make sure this is expedited because there has not been and agent there for some time. Mike Kiley, Director of Property Management for Pine Street spoke about the hiring of a house manager.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for a Change in Lodging Agent for 1017 Beacon St. (Pine Street Inn) to William Abdullah. Tiffany Oliva, Assistant Town Administrator for Operations stated that this item would normally go through the licensing review panel, but we wanted to make sure this is expedited because there has not been and agent there for some time. Mike Kiley, Director of Property Management for Pine Street spoke about the hiring of a house manager. They are transferring William Abdullah to serve in this position. Mike spoke about the responsibilities of a case manager that will engage with the neighborhood and introduce William. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the application for a new Common Victualler for Blank Street Boston MA LLC d/b/a Blank Street Coffee located at 455 Harvard St. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 7:00 AM- 7:00 PM....
Question of approving the application for a new Common Victualler for Blank Street Boston MA LLC d/b/a Blank Street Coffee located at 455 Harvard St. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 7:00 AM- 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 29 inside seats.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for a new Common Victualler for Blank Street Boston MA LLC d/b/a Blank Street Coffee located at 455 Harvard St. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 7:00 AM- 7:00 PM. Seating will consist of 29 inside seats. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve the application for a new Entertainment for Blank Street Boston MA LLC d/b/a Blank Street Coffee located at 455 Harvard St. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 7:00 AM- 7:00 PM....
Question of approving the application for a new Entertainment for Blank Street Boston MA LLC d/b/a Blank Street Coffee located at 455 Harvard St. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 7:00 AM- 7:00 PM. Entertainment will consist of recorded music.
From the minutes
“Question of approving the application for a new Entertainment for Blank Street Boston MA LLC d/b/a Blank Street Coffee located at 455 Harvard St. Hours of operation will be Monday - Sunday 7:00 AM- 7:00 PM. Entertainment will consist of recorded music. Attorney Steffani Boudreau reviewed the plan for the establishment that will provide clean, natural and affordable products. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve and execute the Warrant for the May 27, 2025 Annual Town Meeting
On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the Warrant for the May 27, 2025 Annual Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and execute the Warrant for the May 27, 2025 Annual Town Meeting. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 1
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 1
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 1 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 13
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 13
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 13 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 3
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 3
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 3 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 8
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 8
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 8 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 11
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 11
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 11 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Appoint Sadaf Kazmi to the Expenditures & Revenues Study Committee
Question of appointing Sadaf Kazmi to the Expenditures & Revenues Study Committee.
From the minutes
“Question of appointing Sadaf Kazmi to the Expenditures & Revenues Study Committee. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Reappoint the following individuals to various Boards and Commissions: Zoning Board of Appeals Wadner Oge
Question of reappointing the following individuals to various Boards and Commissions: Zoning Board of Appeals Wadner Oge
From the minutes
“Question of reappointing the following individuals to various Boards and Commissions: Zoning Board of Appeals Wadner Oge Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Preservation Commission Elizabeth J. Armstrong
Preservation Commission Elizabeth J. Armstrong
From the minutes
“Preservation Commission Elizabeth J. Armstrong Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
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