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April 8, 2025
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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, Sandman, VanScoyoc, WarrenThe roll call does not list David Pearlman, 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, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc.”
Question of reaffirming and ratifying a Resolution of the Brookline Select Board Commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the Birth of Chiune Sugihara the Japanese Consul to Lithuania Who Saved Over...
Question of reaffirming and ratifying a Resolution of the Brookline Select Board Commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the Birth of Chiune Sugihara the Japanese Consul to Lithuania Who Saved Over 2000 Jewish Families in 1941.
From the minutes
“7b. Question of reaffirming and ratifying a Resolution of the Brookline Select Board Commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the Birth of Chiune Sugihara the Japanese Consul to Lithuania Who Saved Over 2000 Jewish Families in 1941. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Accept a donation from Mr. Will Weeks in the amount of $200 to the Brookline Police Department's K9 fund
Question of accepting a donation from Mr. Will Weeks in the amount of $200 to the Brookline Police Department's K9 fund.
From the minutes
“7c. Question of accepting a donation from Mr. Will Weeks in the amount of $200 to the Brookline Police Department's K9 fund. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Sign a Memorandum of Understanding for Participation in the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center On-Street Charging Solutions Program: Project Implementation
Question of Signing a Memorandum of Understanding for Participation in the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center On-Street Charging Solutions Program: Project Implementation.
From the minutes
“7d. Question of Signing a Memorandum of Understanding for Participation in the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center On-Street Charging Solutions Program: Project Implementation. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Approve an appropriation transfer request from the Commissioner of Public Works in the amount of $122,500: From: 42004220 Roadway Maintenance To: $122,500 42004220 Motor Equip Maintenance Various...
Approval of an appropriation transfer request from the Commissioner of Public Works in the amount of $122,500: From: 42004220 Roadway Maintenance To: $122,500 42004220 Motor Equip Maintenance Various $122,500
From the minutes
“7e. Approval of an appropriation transfer request from the Commissioner of Public Works in the amount of $122,500: From: 42004220 Roadway Maintenance To: $122,500 42004220 Motor Equip Maintenance Various $122,500 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
No Action on Article 5
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on Article 5
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on Article 5 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 6
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 6.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 6. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 24 as amended
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 24 as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 24 as amended. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 10 as amended
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 10 as amended
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 10 as amended Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 18
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 18.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 18. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 18.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 18. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Reconsider Article 2
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 2
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 2 Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
Favorable Action on Article 2 with the BEDA employee union
On motion it was Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 2 with the BEDA employee union.
From the minutes
“On motion it was Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 2 with the BEDA employee union. Aye: Bernard Greene, Michael Sandman, Paul Warren, John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman.”
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