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May 13, 2025
34 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Close the nominations
On motion to close the nominations
From the minutes
“On motion to close the nominations Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Appoint Bernard Greene as Chair, Brookline Select Board
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Bernard Greene as Chair, Brookline Select Board. Approved
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Bernard Greene as Chair, Brookline Select Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Close the nominations
On motion to close the nominations
From the minutes
“On motion to close the nominations Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Appoint David Pearlman as Vice Chair, Brookline Select Board
On motion it was, Voted to appoint David Pearlman as Vice Chair, Brookline Select Board. Approved
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint David Pearlman as Vice Chair, Brookline Select Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the meeting minutes from April 29, 2025
Question of approving the meeting minutes from April 29, 2025.
From the minutes
“4a. Question of approving the meeting minutes from April 29, 2025. Approved as amended Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Proclamation of the Brookline Select Board of May 18 through May 24, 2025 as National Public Works Week in the town
Proclamation of the Brookline Select Board of May 18 through May 24, 2025 as National Public Works Week in the town.
From the minutes
“4b. Proclamation of the Brookline Select Board of May 18 through May 24, 2025 as National Public Works Week in the town. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Proclamation of the Brookline Select Board of May 31, 2025 as Arbor Day in the town
Proclamation of the Brookline Select Board of May 31, 2025 as Arbor Day in the town.
From the minutes
“4c. Proclamation of the Brookline Select Board of May 31, 2025 as Arbor Day in the town. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from Town Counsel: Associate Town Counsel (Labor & Employment) (T-14)
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from Town Counsel: Associate Town Counsel (Labor & Employment) (T-14)
From the minutes
“4d. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from Town Counsel: Associate Town Counsel (Labor & Employment) (T-14) Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Recreation Director: Custodian/Building Maintenance (MN-02)
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Recreation Director: Custodian/Building Maintenance (MN-02)
From the minutes
“4e. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Recreation Director: Custodian/Building Maintenance (MN-02) Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve authorization to begin the process to promote one (1) Fire Captain and one (1) Fire Lieutenant position as requested by Fire Chief Sullivan
Question of approving authorization to begin the process to promote one (1) Fire Captain and one (1) Fire Lieutenant position as requested by Fire Chief Sullivan.
From the minutes
“4f. Question of approving authorization to begin the process to promote one (1) Fire Captain and one (1) Fire Lieutenant position as requested by Fire Chief Sullivan. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Authorize Chief Sullivan to initiate the hiring process of two (2) firefighter recruits
Question of authorizing Chief Sullivan to initiate the hiring process of two (2) firefighter recruits.
From the minutes
“4g. Question of authorizing Chief Sullivan to initiate the hiring process of two (2) firefighter recruits. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve contract PW/25-24 "Repair of Bituminous Concrete Patches" with Mario Susi & Sons in the amount of $555,334
Question of approving contract PW/25-24 "Repair of Bituminous Concrete Patches" with Mario Susi & Sons in the amount of $555,334.
From the minutes
“4h. Question of approving contract PW/25-24 "Repair of Bituminous Concrete Patches" with Mario Susi & Sons in the amount of $555,334. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
I Question of approving contract PW/25-25 "Fiber Reinforced Rubberized Crack Sealing" with Superior Sealcoat Inc., in the amount of $152,660
I Question of approving contract PW/25-25 "Fiber Reinforced Rubberized Crack Sealing" with Superior Sealcoat Inc., in the amount of $152,660.
From the minutes
“4.i Question of approving contract PW/25-25 "Fiber Reinforced Rubberized Crack Sealing" with Superior Sealcoat Inc., in the amount of $152,660. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
J Question of approving an appropriation transfer request from the Director of IT in the amount of $5,000: From: 19001941 5A0036 leased equipment $5,000 To: 19001941 551099 education $3,000...
J Question of approving an appropriation transfer request from the Director of IT in the amount of $5,000: From: 19001941 5A0036 leased equipment $5,000 To: 19001941 551099 education $3,000 19001941 531015 data pros supplies $2,000
From the minutes
“4.j Question of approving an appropriation transfer request from the Director of IT in the amount of $5,000: From: 19001941 5A0036 leased equipment $5,000 To: 19001941 551099 education $3,000 19001941 531015 data pros supplies $2,000 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an appropriation transfer request from Assistant Town Administrator for Finance Charlie Young in the amount of $3,500: From: 12201220 524010 Prof/Tech Services $3,500 To: 12201220 533210...
Question of approving an appropriation transfer request from Assistant Town Administrator for Finance Charlie Young in the amount of $3,500: From: 12201220 524010 Prof/Tech Services $3,500 To: 12201220 533210 Meals & Receptions $3,500
From the minutes
“4l. Question of approving an appropriation transfer request from Assistant Town Administrator for Finance Charlie Young in the amount of $3,500: From: 12201220 524010 Prof/Tech Services $3,500 To: 12201220 533210 Meals & Receptions $3,500 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Renew the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Town of Brookline and the Emerald Necklace Conservancy (ENC) that outlines the continued collaboration to support tree pruning, preservation,...
Question of renewing the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Town of Brookline and the Emerald Necklace Conservancy (ENC) that outlines the continued collaboration to support tree pruning, preservation, and planting within the Emerald Necklace Park System in Brookline, including Olmsted and Riverway Parks. The current MOA, which commenced in 2015, has reached the end of its term and is due for renewal.
From the minutes
“4m. Question of renewing the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Town of Brookline and the Emerald Necklace Conservancy (ENC) that outlines the continued collaboration to support tree pruning, preservation, and planting within the Emerald Necklace Park System in Brookline, including Olmsted and Riverway Parks. The current MOA, which commenced in 2015, has reached the end of its term and is due for renewal. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an amendment to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) agreement with Brookline Chamber of Commerce for ARPA project 22-14 - Restaurant Resiliency Seminar
Question of approving an amendment to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) agreement with Brookline Chamber of Commerce for ARPA project 22-14 - Restaurant Resiliency Seminar.
From the minutes
“4n. Question of approving an amendment to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) agreement with Brookline Chamber of Commerce for ARPA project 22-14 - Restaurant Resiliency Seminar. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
O Question of approving and executing an Agreement with Treasurer and Co-Director for the operation of the Farmers' Market at the Centre Street West Parking Lot on Thursdays from 9am-9pm from June...
O Question of approving and executing an Agreement with Treasurer and Co-Director for the operation of the Farmers' Market at the Centre Street West Parking Lot on Thursdays from 9am-9pm from June 5, 2025 thru November 20, 2025.
From the minutes
“4.o Question of approving and executing an Agreement with Treasurer and Co-Director for the operation of the Farmers' Market at the Centre Street West Parking Lot on Thursdays from 9am-9pm from June 5, 2025 thru November 20, 2025. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a Farmer-Winery license to sell wine for off-premise for Alex Goldman d/b/a Far From the Tree, LLC, to operate at the Farmers' Market at the Centre Street West Parking Lot on Thursday from...
Question of approving a Farmer-Winery license to sell wine for off-premise for Alex Goldman d/b/a Far From the Tree, LLC, to operate at the Farmers' Market at the Centre Street West Parking Lot on Thursday from 1:30 pm-6:30pm from June 5, 2025 thru November 20, 2025.
From the minutes
“4p. Question of approving a Farmer-Winery license to sell wine for off-premise for Alex Goldman d/b/a Far From the Tree, LLC, to operate at the Farmers' Market at the Centre Street West Parking Lot on Thursday from 1:30 pm-6:30pm from June 5, 2025 thru November 20, 2025. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for an Exhibit Opening Reception Event held on May 9th, 2025 (nunc pro tunc) from 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM at 15...
Question of approving a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for an Exhibit Opening Reception Event held on May 9th, 2025 (nunc pro tunc) from 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM at 15 Newton St. 100 people expected to attend.
From the minutes
“4q Question of approving a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for an Exhibit Opening Reception Event held on May 9th, 2025 (nunc pro tunc) from 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM at 15 Newton St. 100 people expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Corporate Reception Event held on May 10th, 2025 (nunc pro tunc) from 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM at 15 Newton St....
Question of approving a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Corporate Reception Event held on May 10th, 2025 (nunc pro tunc) from 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM at 15 Newton St. 140 people expected to attend.
From the minutes
“4r. Question of approving a Temporary All Alcohol Beverages Sales License to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Corporate Reception Event held on May 10th, 2025 (nunc pro tunc) from 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM at 15 Newton St. 140 people expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for an Annual Club Event to be held on May 21, 2025, from 5:00 PM -9:30 PM at 15...
Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for an Annual Club Event to be held on May 21, 2025, from 5:00 PM -9:30 PM at 15 Newton Street. 100 people are expected to attend.
From the minutes
“4s. Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for an Annual Club Event to be held on May 21, 2025, from 5:00 PM -9:30 PM at 15 Newton Street. 100 people are expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Product Launch Event to be held on May 14, 2025 from 6:30PM -9:30PM at 15...
Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Product Launch Event to be held on May 14, 2025 from 6:30PM -9:30PM at 15 Newton Street. 75 people expected to attend.
From the minutes
“4t. Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a The Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Product Launch Event to be held on May 14, 2025 from 6:30PM -9:30PM at 15 Newton Street. 75 people expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Choose a candidate for the Brookline Housing Authority (Select Board-appointed seat)
Question of appointing one of the following candidates to the Brookline Housing Authority (SB-Appointed Seat): Ericka Pierribia, Arlene Hill, Karen Rojas
A choice between candidates. The minutes list "Ericka Pierribia" with "Aye: John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman", then "Arlene Hill" and "Karen Rojas" with "Aye: Paul Warren, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene". The board then voted 5-0 to appoint Karen Rojas (next vote). Showing the result only.
From the minutes
“Question of appointing one of the following candidates to the Brookline Housing Authority (SB-Appointed Seat) Ericka Pierribia Aye: John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman Arlene Hill Karen Rojas Aye: Paul Warren, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene.”
Appoint Karen Rojas to the Brookline Housing Authority (SB-Appointed Seat)
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Karen Rojas to the Brookline Housing Authority (SB-Appointed Seat)
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Karen Rojas to the Brookline Housing Authority (SB-Appointed Seat) Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Appoint Priya Gandbhir to the Conservation Commission
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Priya Gandbhir to the Conservation Commission.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Priya Gandbhir to the Conservation Commission. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Appoint Elizabeth Stryer to the Brookline Commission on Disability
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Elizabeth Stryer to the Brookline Commission on Disability
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Elizabeth Stryer to the Brookline Commission on Disability Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Enter into executive session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Reconsider Article 2
On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 2.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 2. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Favorable Action on Article 2
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 2
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 2 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Reconsider Article 26
On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 26
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 26 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Favorable Action on Article 26 as amended by the Advisory Committee
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 26 as amended by the Advisory Committee.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 26 as amended by the Advisory Committee. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Reconsider Article 9
On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 9
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to reconsider Article 9 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Favorable Action on Article 9 as reviewed by Melissa Goff
On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 9 as reviewed by Melissa Goff.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 9 as reviewed by Melissa Goff. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
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