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June 24, 2025
34 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
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.”
Approve minutes from June 10, 2025 and June 17, 2025
Approval of minutes from June 10, 2025 and June 17, 2025
Yes: Greene, Pearlman, Rubenstein, WarrenAbstained: VanScoyoc
From the minutes
“7a. Approval of minutes from June 10, 2025 and June 17, 2025 Approved as amended. Aye: Bernard Greene, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein Abstained: John VanScoyoc.”
Approve Coolidge Corner Merchants Association's request to conduct a sidewalk sale in the Coolidge Corner area on Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 6:00...
Question of approving Coolidge Corner Merchants Association's request to conduct a sidewalk sale in the Coolidge Corner area on Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M., as reviewed and approved by the Economic Development Division and Department of Public Works.
From the minutes
“7b. Question of approving Coolidge Corner Merchants Association's request to conduct a sidewalk sale in the Coolidge Corner area on Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M., as reviewed and approved by the Economic Development Division and Department of Public Works. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
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
“7c. Question of accepting the transmission of the Building Commission's Annual Report to the Select Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Accept the transmission of the Tree Planting Committee's Annual Report to the Select Board
Question of accepting the transmission of the Tree Planting Committee's Annual Report to the Select Board.
From the minutes
“7d. Question of accepting the transmission of the Tree Planting Committee's Annual Report to the Select Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Accept the transmission of the Commission on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Relation's Annual Report to the Select Board
Question of accepting the transmission of the Commission on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Relation's Annual Report to the Select Board.
From the minutes
“7e. Question of accepting the transmission of the Commission on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Relation's Annual Report to the Select Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Accept a grant from the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) to the Recreation Department in the amount of $15,000 as part of their BAA Gives Back grant program
Question of accepting a grant from the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) to the Recreation Department in the amount of $15,000 as part of their BAA Gives Back grant program.
From the minutes
“7f. Question of accepting a grant from the Boston Athletic Association (BAA) to the Recreation Department in the amount of $15,000 as part of their BAA Gives Back grant program. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Accept a donation from Chestnut Hill Realty in the amount of $5,000 to support the Police Department's National Night Out event, which will be held on August 5, 2025
Question of accepting a donation from Chestnut Hill Realty in the amount of $5,000 to support the Police Department's National Night Out event, which will be held on August 5, 2025.
From the minutes
“7g. Question of accepting a donation from Chestnut Hill Realty in the amount of $5,000 to support the Police Department's National Night Out event, which will be held on August 5, 2025. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an appropriation transfer request from the Fire Department in the amount of $8,200 from various operational accounts (supplies, education, periodicals, memberships, etc.) to the gasoline...
Question of approving an appropriation transfer request from the Fire Department in the amount of $8,200 from various operational accounts (supplies, education, periodicals, memberships, etc.) to the gasoline account to cover a deficiency in that account.
From the minutes
“7h. Question of approving an appropriation transfer request from the Fire Department in the amount of $8,200 from various operational accounts (supplies, education, periodicals, memberships, etc.) to the gasoline account to cover a deficiency in that account. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Health and Human Services: Human Services Resource Navigator (T5)
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Health and Human Services: Human Services Resource Navigator (T5).
From the minutes
“7i. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Health and Human Services: Human Services Resource Navigator (T5). Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request(s) from the DPW Commissioner: Two (2) Pipe Layer Laborers (LN2)
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request(s) from the DPW Commissioner: Two (2) Pipe Layer Laborers (LN2).
From the minutes
“7j. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request(s) from the DPW Commissioner: Two (2) Pipe Layer Laborers (LN2). Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Building Commissioner: Senior Building Inspector (G13)
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Building Commissioner: Senior Building Inspector (G13).
From the minutes
“7k. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Building Commissioner: Senior Building Inspector (G13). Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Award and executing Contract No. PW/26-03 Upkeep of Trees and Related Work in the amount of $555,110 with Northern Tree Service, Inc
Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-03 Upkeep of Trees and Related Work in the amount of $555,110 with Northern Tree Service, Inc.
From the minutes
“7l. Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-03 Upkeep of Trees and Related Work in the amount of $555,110 with Northern Tree Service, Inc. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Award and executing contract PW/25-23 "Soule Courtyard Play Area" with Perez Landscaping in the amount of $386,400 for the renovation of the Soule Early Childhood Center Courtyard
Question of awarding and executing contract PW/25-23 "Soule Courtyard Play Area" with Perez Landscaping in the amount of $386,400 for the renovation of the Soule Early Childhood Center Courtyard.
From the minutes
“7m. Question of awarding and executing contract PW/25-23 "Soule Courtyard Play Area" with Perez Landscaping in the amount of $386,400 for the renovation of the Soule Early Childhood Center Courtyard. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Award and executing Contract No. PW/26-04 Pavement Markings to K5 Corporation in the amount of $166,085 as a primary contract, and awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-04 Pavement Markings to...
Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-04 Pavement Markings to K5 Corporation in the amount of $166,085 as a primary contract, and awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-04 Pavement Markings to Markings Inc. in the amount of $5,000 as a secondary contract.
From the minutes
“7n. Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-04 Pavement Markings to K5 Corporation in the amount of $166,085 as a primary contract, and awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-04 Pavement Markings to Markings Inc. in the amount of $5,000 as a secondary contract. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Award and executing Contract No. PW/26-01 School Grounds Maintenance in the amount of $133,240.40 with M. Neves, Inc
Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-01 School Grounds Maintenance in the amount of $133,240.40 with M. Neves, Inc.
From the minutes
“7o. Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-01 School Grounds Maintenance in the amount of $133,240.40 with M. Neves, Inc. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve Contract No. PW/25-27 "Lowell Road Reconstruction with Richard D'Ambrosia, Inc." in the amount of $505,685.50
Question of approving Contract No. PW/25-27 "Lowell Road Reconstruction with Richard D'Ambrosia, Inc." in the amount of $505,685.50.
From the minutes
“7p. Question of approving Contract No. PW/25-27 "Lowell Road Reconstruction with Richard D'Ambrosia, Inc." in the amount of $505,685.50. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Award and executing Contract No. PW/26-05 Repair and Installation of Chain Link Fencing to Premier Fence, LLC in the amount of $103,161 as a primary contract, and awarding and executing Contract...
Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-05 Repair and Installation of Chain Link Fencing to Premier Fence, LLC in the amount of $103,161 as a primary contract, and awarding and executing Contract PW/26-05 Repair and Installation of Chain Link Fencing to Greener Group, LLC in the amount of $5,000 as a secondary contract.
From the minutes
“7q. Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-05 Repair and Installation of Chain Link Fencing to Premier Fence, LLC in the amount of $103,161 as a primary contract, and awarding and executing Contract PW/26-05 Repair and Installation of Chain Link Fencing to Greener Group, LLC in the amount of $5,000 as a secondary contract. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Buckminster Road northwesterly from existing MH19523...
Question of approving the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Buckminster Road northwesterly from existing MH19523 at Boylston Street a distance of approximately 42 feet to new MH30750.
From the minutes
“7r. Question of approving the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Buckminster Road northwesterly from existing MH19523 at Boylston Street a distance of approximately 42 feet to new MH30750. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Reservoir Road northwesterly and northeasterly from...
Question of approving the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Reservoir Road northwesterly and northeasterly from MH18668 at Boylston Street a distance of approximately 78 feet to private property at 827 Boylston Street.
From the minutes
“7s. Question of approving the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Reservoir Road northwesterly and northeasterly from MH18668 at Boylston Street a distance of approximately 78 feet to private property at 827 Boylston Street. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Woodland Road southeasterly from pole 169/3...
Question of approving the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Woodland Road southeasterly from pole 169/3 approximately 317 feet south of Heath Street a distance of about 98 feet to private property at 400 Heath Street.
From the minutes
“7t. Question of approving the petition of NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Woodland Road southeasterly from pole 169/3 approximately 317 feet south of Heath Street a distance of about 98 feet to private property at 400 Heath Street. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve applicant's application of Asbury Brookline AU LLC. d/b/a Audi Brookline for a Class I/ Class II license to Buy, Sell, Exchange or Assemble Second-Hand Motor Vehicles at location 308...
Question of approving applicant's application of Asbury Brookline AU LLC. d/b/a Audi Brookline for a Class I/ Class II license to Buy, Sell, Exchange or Assemble Second-Hand Motor Vehicles at location 308 Boylston St, contingent on approval by the Health Department.
From the minutes
“7u. Question of approving applicant's application of Asbury Brookline AU LLC. d/b/a Audi Brookline for a Class I/ Class II license to Buy, Sell, Exchange or Assemble Second-Hand Motor Vehicles at location 308 Boylston St, contingent on approval by the Health Department. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the application of Change of Manager from Daniel Kerrigan to Richard Czachor for S&R Hospitality d/b/a Prairie Fire at 242 Harvard St
Question of approving the application of Change of Manager from Daniel Kerrigan to Richard Czachor for S&R Hospitality d/b/a Prairie Fire at 242 Harvard St.
From the minutes
“7v. Question of approving the application of Change of Manager from Daniel Kerrigan to Richard Czachor for S&R Hospitality d/b/a Prairie Fire at 242 Harvard St. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the application for a change in D/B/A for Keneddy Lavour d/b/a Brothers Roast Beef and Pizza to Keneddy Lavour d/b/a Bocadillos Empanadas at 293 Cypress Street
Question of approving the application for a change in D/B/A for Keneddy Lavour d/b/a Brothers Roast Beef and Pizza to Keneddy Lavour d/b/a Bocadillos Empanadas at 293 Cypress Street.
From the minutes
“7w. Question of approving the application for a change in D/B/A for Keneddy Lavour d/b/a Brothers Roast Beef and Pizza to Keneddy Lavour d/b/a Bocadillos Empanadas at 293 Cypress Street. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the application of a Mobile Food Vendor/Truck for Frosty Ice Cream
Question of approving the application of a Mobile Food Vendor/Truck for Frosty Ice Cream. Service Route will be 15 Gotham Ave, 32 Somerset, Tappan St, Buckminster Rd. and High St. Hours of operation will be from 9 AM- 10 PM. from June through October, contingent on Police Department approval.
From the minutes
“7x. Question of approving the application of a Mobile Food Vendor/Truck for Frosty Ice Cream. Service Route will be 15 Gotham Ave, 32 Somerset, Tappan St, Buckminster Rd. and High St. Hours of operation will be from 9 AM- 10 PM. from June through October, contingent on Police Department approval. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Conditionally approving the renewal of Open-Air Parking Licenses for 2025-2026, pending inspections and approval by the Police and Building Departments
Question of conditionally approving the renewal of Open-Air Parking Licenses for 2025-2026, pending inspections and approval by the Police and Building Departments.
From the minutes
“7y. Question of conditionally approving the renewal of Open-Air Parking Licenses for 2025-2026, pending inspections and approval by the Police and Building Departments. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Renew the Mobile Food Vendor Licenses for Zack's Ice Cream Truck and Hani Hindi d/b/a Super Star Ice Cream
Question of renewing the Mobile Food Vendor Licenses for Zack's Ice Cream Truck and Hani Hindi d/b/a Super Star Ice Cream.
From the minutes
“7z. Question of renewing the Mobile Food Vendor Licenses for Zack's Ice Cream Truck and Hani Hindi d/b/a Super Star Ice Cream. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Appoint Allison Adair as the next Poet Laureate of Brookline as recommended by the Brookline Council for the Arts
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Allison Adair as the next Poet Laureate of Brookline as recommended by the Brookline Council for the Arts.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Allison Adair as the next Poet Laureate of Brookline as recommended by the Brookline Council for the Arts. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Adopt the Vision Zero Resolution as revised, establishing the Town's commitment to the goal of eliminating all traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries on Brookline's streets by the year 2035
On motion it was, Voted to adopt the Vision Zero Resolution as revised, establishing the Town's commitment to the goal of eliminating all traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries on Brookline's streets by the year 2035. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Select Board of Brookline, that the Board adopts: 1. Goal of achieving Zero Deaths and Serious Injuries by 2035 2. The Vision Zero Action Plan as a flexible and guiding framework for advancing traffic safety 3. The dissolution of the Vision Zero Committee and assignment of the Transportation Board as the body charged with oversight and progress reporting
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to adopt the Vision Zero Resolution as revised, establishing the Town's commitment to the goal of eliminating all traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries on Brookline's streets by the year 2035. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Select Board of Brookline, that the Board adopts: 1. Goal of achieving Zero Deaths and Serious Injuries by 2035 2. The Vision Zero Action Plan as a flexible and guiding framework for advancing traffic safety 3. The dissolution of the Vision Zero Committee and assignment of the Transportation Board as the body charged with oversight and progress reporting Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Question of making Annual Appointments as recommended by the Town Administrator; of department heads, administrators, other officials and employees and of setting the benefits, salaries, and wages...
Question of making Annual Appointments as recommended by the Town Administrator; of department heads, administrators, other officials and employees and of setting the benefits, salaries, and wages of all non-union employees effective July 1, 2025.
From the minutes
“15a Question of making Annual Appointments as recommended by the Town Administrator; of department heads, administrators, other officials and employees and of setting the benefits, salaries, and wages of all non-union employees effective July 1, 2025. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Reappoint Alex Krieger as a Tenant Representative Member of the Housing Advisory Board
Question of reappointing Alex Krieger as a Tenant Representative Member of the Housing Advisory Board.
From the minutes
“16a. Question of reappointing Alex Krieger as a Tenant Representative Member of the Housing Advisory Board. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Reappoint Lisa Farber to the Trustees of Walnut Hills Cemetery
Question of reappointing Lisa Farber to the Trustees of Walnut Hills Cemetery.
From the minutes
“16b. Question of reappointing Lisa Farber to the Trustees of Walnut Hills Cemetery. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Reappoint Elizabeth Erdman to the Tree Planting Committee
Question of reappointing Elizabeth Erdman to the Tree Planting Committee.
From the minutes
“16c. Question of reappointing Elizabeth Erdman to the Tree Planting Committee. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Question of transmitting the following warrant article as a home rule petition to the State Legislature as a result of Town Meeting action: Warrant Article 24 -- Real Estate Transfer Fee (2025...
Question of transmitting the following warrant article as a home rule petition to the State Legislature as a result of Town Meeting action: Warrant Article 24 -- Real Estate Transfer Fee (2025 Annual Town Meeting: 130-87-13).
From the minutes
“17a. Question of transmitting the following warrant article as a home rule petition to the State Legislature as a result of Town Meeting action: Warrant Article 24 -- Real Estate Transfer Fee (2025 Annual Town Meeting: 130-87-13). Town Administrator Carey reviewed that this Article will be processed and sent to the State legislature. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
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