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September 16, 2025
21 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 miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 5a
Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 5a. Question of approving the meeting minutes from September 9, 2025.
From the minutes
“Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 5a. Question of approving the meeting minutes from September 9, 2025. Approved as amended Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the following Appropriation Transfer request from Assistant Town Administrator for Finance Charlie Young in the amount of $30,400: From: Perm Full time $30,400 To: Prof/Tech Services $30,400
Question of approving the following Appropriation Transfer request from Assistant Town Administrator for Finance Charlie Young in the amount of $30,400: From: Perm Full time $30,400 To: Prof/Tech Services $30,400
From the minutes
“5b. Question of approving the following Appropriation Transfer request from Assistant Town Administrator for Finance Charlie Young in the amount of $30,400: From: Perm Full time $30,400 To: Prof/Tech Services $30,400 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Extra Work Order in the amount of $8,782.75 with Corolla Roofing related to the Brookline High School Roof Replacement project, Tappan St
Question of approving an Extra Work Order in the amount of $8,782.75 with Corolla Roofing related to the Brookline High School Roof Replacement project, Tappan St.
From the minutes
“5c. Question of approving an Extra Work Order in the amount of $8,782.75 with Corolla Roofing related to the Brookline High School Roof Replacement project, Tappan St. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Award and executing Contract No. PW/26-09 "Water Service Line Replacements," with Five Oaks Construction Co. in the amount of $521,826.21
Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-09 "Water Service Line Replacements," with Five Oaks Construction Co. in the amount of $521,826.21.
From the minutes
“5d. Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-09 "Water Service Line Replacements," with Five Oaks Construction Co. in the amount of $521,826.21. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve Contract No. PW/26-11 "Putterham Woods Trail Project" with Greener Group 123 Bolt Street, Lowell, MA. 01852 in the amount of $260,288
Question of approving Contract No. PW/26-11 "Putterham Woods Trail Project" with Greener Group 123 Bolt Street, Lowell, MA. 01852 in the amount of $260,288.
From the minutes
“5e. Question of approving Contract No. PW/26-11 "Putterham Woods Trail Project" with Greener Group 123 Bolt Street, Lowell, MA. 01852 in the amount of $260,288. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a contract with BLW Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $175,700 for engineering services related to HVAC services at Brookline High School
Question of approving a contract with BLW Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $175,700 for engineering services related to HVAC services at Brookline High School.
From the minutes
“5f. Question of approving a contract with BLW Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $175,700 for engineering services related to HVAC services at Brookline High School. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve Contract No. PW/26-02 Sign Safety Improvements - Town Wide with KS Corporation in the amount of $101,170
Question of approving Contract No. PW/26-02 Sign Safety Improvements - Town Wide with KS Corporation in the amount of $101,170.
From the minutes
“5g. Question of approving Contract No. PW/26-02 Sign Safety Improvements - Town Wide with KS Corporation in the amount of $101,170. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve two (2) Authorization to Hire requests from the Chief of Police for the following positions: (1) Violence Prevention Advocate (T-6) (1) Police Dispatch
Question of approving two (2) Authorization to Hire requests from the Chief of Police for the following positions: (1) Violence Prevention Advocate (T-6) (1) Police Dispatch
From the minutes
“5h. Question of approving two (2) Authorization to Hire requests from the Chief of Police for the following positions: (1) Violence Prevention Advocate (T-6) (1) Police Dispatch 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 Larz Anderson for a Wedding Reception Event to be held on September 20, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at 15...
Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages, Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a Larz Anderson for a Wedding Reception Event to be held on September 20, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at 15 Newton St. Approximately 90 people are expected to attend.
From the minutes
“5i. Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages, Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a Larz Anderson for a Wedding Reception Event to be held on September 20, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at 15 Newton St. Approximately 90 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 Larz Anderson for a Network Reception Event to be held on September 23, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 15...
Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages, Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a Larz Anderson for a Network Reception Event to be held on September 23, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 15 Newton St. Approximately 90 people are expected to attend.
From the minutes
“5j. Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages, Non-Sales License to Karen Hasenfus d/b/a Larz Anderson for a Network Reception Event to be held on September 23, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 15 Newton St. Approximately 90 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 Christopher Mutty d/b/a Brookline Chamber of Commerce for a Poker Tournament Event to be held on October 3, 2025, from 6:00 PM to...
Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages, Non-Sales License to Christopher Mutty d/b/a Brookline Chamber of Commerce for a Poker Tournament Event to be held on October 3, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM at 40 Aspinwall Ave., the Brookline Teen Center. Approximately 200 people are expected to attend.
From the minutes
“5k. Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages, Non-Sales License to Christopher Mutty d/b/a Brookline Chamber of Commerce for a Poker Tournament Event to be held on October 3, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM at 40 Aspinwall Ave., the Brookline Teen Center. Approximately 200 people are expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sale License to Fotene Adreadis d/b/a Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of NE for the Greek Festival Event to be held on September 19, from 4:00 PM...
Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sale License to Fotene Adreadis d/b/a Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of NE for the Greek Festival Event to be held on September 19, from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, September 20, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and September 21, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 162 Goddard Ave. Brookline, MA. Approximately 1000-1500 people are expected to attend the three-day event.
From the minutes
“5l. Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages Sale License to Fotene Adreadis d/b/a Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of NE for the Greek Festival Event to be held on September 19, from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, September 20, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and September 21, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 162 Goddard Ave. Brookline, MA. Approximately 1000-1500 people are expected to attend the three-day event. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages, Non-Sales License to Emily Williams d/b/a Brookline Senior Center for the BrooklineCAN Annual Meeting Event to be held on September 18, 2025, at 93...
Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages, Non-Sales License to Emily Williams d/b/a Brookline Senior Center for the BrooklineCAN Annual Meeting Event to be held on September 18, 2025, at 93 Winchester St., Brookline, MA. Approximately 100 people are expected to attend.
From the minutes
“5m. Question of approving a Temporary Wine and Malt Beverages, Non-Sales License to Emily Williams d/b/a Brookline Senior Center for the BrooklineCAN Annual Meeting Event to be held on September 18, 2025, at 93 Winchester St., Brookline, MA. Approximately 100 people are expected to attend. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the FY27 Select Board Goals & Objectives as presented by Assistant Oliva
On motion, it was, Voted to approve the FY27 Select Board Goals & Objectives as presented by Assistant Oliva. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein (6:00 PM) MBTA C-Line Project Update & Tree Removal Hearing Appeal - Public Hearing Presentation to the Select Board on the MBTA Green Line C Branch Station Accessibility Project with an emphasis on the Englewood and Tappan Street Stations. Public Hearing on the Removal of Trees at the above locations. Chair Greene made the introductions and provided an overview: As many of you know, the Green Line C Branch runs along Beacon Street under a historic Grant of Location from the Town of Brookline. The MBTA is undertaking a major system-wide initiative to make all of its stations ADA-compliant. This includes modifying, relocating, or expanding several stations along Beacon Street, and those changes require formal amendments to the existing Grant of Location from the Town.
The minutes say the board voted but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to approve the FY27 Select Board Goals & Objectives as presented by Assistant Oliva. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein (6:00 PM) MBTA C-Line Project Update & Tree Removal Hearing Appeal - Public Hearing Presentation to the Select Board on the MBTA Green Line C Branch Station Accessibility Project with an emphasis on the Englewood and Tappan Street Stations. Public Hearing on the Removal of Trees at the above locations. Chair Greene made the introductions and provided an overview: As many of you know, the Green Line C Branch runs along Beacon Street under a historic Grant of Location from the Town of Brookline. The MBTA is undertaking a major system-wide initiative to make all of its stations ADA-compliant. This includes modifying, relocating, or expanding several stations along Beacon Street, and those changes require formal amendments to the existing Grant of Location from the Town..”
Affirm the decision of the Tree Planting Committee to approve the MBTA's plan with respect to the removal of trees at Englewood and Tappan stations
On motion, it was, Voted to affirm the decision of the Tree Planting Committee to approve the MBTA's plan with respect to the removal of trees at Englewood and Tappan stations.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to affirm the decision of the Tree Planting Committee to approve the MBTA's plan with respect to the removal of trees at Englewood and Tappan stations. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Accept the MassEVIP grant of $48,493.20 to support the installation of EV stations at Baker School
On motion it was, Voted to accept the MassEVIP grant of $48,493.20 to support the installation of EV stations at Baker School.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept the MassEVIP grant of $48,493.20 to support the installation of EV stations at Baker School. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Establish an EV charging fee of $0.35/kWh for the Baker and Driscoll Schools
On motion it was, Voted to establish an EV charging fee of $0.35/kWh for the Baker and Driscoll Schools.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to establish an EV charging fee of $0.35/kWh for the Baker and Driscoll Schools. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
No Action on Article 1
On motion, it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on Article 1.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted 5-0 No Action on Article 1. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Favorable Action on Article 16 as submitted
On motion, it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 16 as submitted.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 16 as submitted. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Favorable Action on Article 10
On motion, it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 10
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted 5-0 Favorable Action on Article 10 Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
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