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January 6, 2026
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes from December 23, 2025 as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes from December 23, 2025 as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the meeting minutes from December 23, 2025 as amended. Voted to approve the meeting minutes from December 29, 2025. The meeting minutes from December 16, 2025, were held for further review. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the meeting minutes from December 29, 2025
Voted to approve the meeting minutes from December 29, 2025. The meeting minutes from December 16, 2025, were held for further review.
From the minutes
“Voted to approve the meeting minutes from December 29, 2025. The meeting minutes from December 16, 2025, were held for further review. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a Special Permit request from the Boston Athletic Association for the Boston Marathon on April 20, 2026
Question of approving a Special Permit request from the Boston Athletic Association for the Boston Marathon on April 20, 2026.
From the minutes
“3b. Question of approving a Special Permit request from the Boston Athletic Association for the Boston Marathon on April 20, 2026. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approval to accept a donation of $100.00 from Bill and Sue Adams to support the Therapeutic Recreation Program, as requested by the Director of Recreation
Approval to accept a donation of $100.00 from Bill and Sue Adams to support the Therapeutic Recreation Program, as requested by the Director of Recreation.
From the minutes
“3c. Approval to accept a donation of $100.00 from Bill and Sue Adams to support the Therapeutic Recreation Program, as requested by the Director of Recreation. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Buildings: Senior Maintenance Craftsperson/Plumber (T209)
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Buildings: Senior Maintenance Craftsperson/Plumber (T209)
From the minutes
“3d. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Buildings: Senior Maintenance Craftsperson/Plumber (T209) Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve and authorize the Chair, or a designated representative, to execute the FY26 CDBG Sub-recipient Agreements and associated budget reallocations included in the approved FY26 Annual Action Plan
Vote to approve and authorize the Chair, or a designated representative, to execute the FY26 CDBG Sub-recipient Agreements and associated budget reallocations included in the approved FY26 Annual Action Plan. Public Services: Council on Aging, Brookline TRIPPS Program $ 45,229 Steps to Success Inc, Youth Training Program $ 53,335 Brookline Food Bank, Food Inventory and Delivery $ 53,335 Brookline Housing Authority, BHA Resident Services Program (including financial self-sufficiency and employment services) $53,338 Planning & Administration DPCD Housing & Community Development CDBG Program Administration (11.5% of grant: 1 FTE, salary, benefits, equipment, supplies, and advertising) $156,836 Comprehensive Planning (8.5% of grant: 0.95 FTE, salary, benefits, and supplies) $116,123 Planning & Admin Subtotal (20% Max) $272,959 Affordable Housing 2Life Communities, Capital Project Updates (including life safety equipment at 370 Harvard Street) $ 33,700 Brookline Housing Authority, Capital Improvements (including interior stair railings, exterior rear doors at High Street Veterans) $ 560,507 DPCD Housing & Community Development, Affordable Housing Support & Administration1 (2.25 FTE, including salaries, benefits, supplies, equipment for three people, and legal charge-offs) $295,847
From the minutes
“3e. Vote to approve and authorize the Chair, or a designated representative, to execute the FY26 CDBG Sub-recipient Agreements and associated budget reallocations included in the approved FY26 Annual Action Plan. Public Services: Council on Aging, Brookline TRIPPS Program $ 45,229 Steps to Success Inc, Youth Training Program $ 53,335 Brookline Food Bank, Food Inventory and Delivery $ 53,335 Brookline Housing Authority, BHA Resident Services Program (including financial self-sufficiency and employment services) $53,338 Planning & Administration DPCD Housing & Community Development CDBG Program Administration (11.5% of grant: 1 FTE, salary, benefits, equipment, supplies, and advertising) $156,836 Comprehensive Planning (8.5% of grant: 0.95 FTE, salary, benefits, and supplies) $116,123 Planning & Admin Subtotal (20% Max) $272,959 Affordable Housing 2Life Communities, Capital Project Updates (including life safety equipment at 370 Harvard Street) $ 33,700 Brookline Housing Authority, Capital Improvements (including interior stair railings, exterior rear doors at High Street Veterans) $ 560,507 DPCD Housing & Community Development, Affordable Housing Support & Administration1 (2.25 FTE, including salaries, benefits, supplies, equipment for three people, and legal charge-offs) $295,847 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a special account to support the Greater Boston Critical Incident Stress Management Team operating expenses, for which Brookline is the host community
Question of approving a special account to support the Greater Boston Critical Incident Stress Management Team operating expenses, for which Brookline is the host community. Requested by the Chief of Police.
From the minutes
“3f. Question of approving a special account to support the Greater Boston Critical Incident Stress Management Team operating expenses, for which Brookline is the host community. Requested by the Chief of Police. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Chief of Police: Co-Responder Clinician
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Chief of Police: Co-Responder Clinician
From the minutes
“3g. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Chief of Police: Co-Responder Clinician Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of the Council on Aging: Fitness Coordinator (GN07)
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of the Council on Aging: Fitness Coordinator (GN07)
From the minutes
“3h. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of the Council on Aging: Fitness Coordinator (GN07) Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Resolution acknowledging Ken Liss for his devotion and knowledge of Brookline's History
Resolution acknowledging Ken Liss for his devotion and knowledge of Brookline's History. Chair Greene read the attached Citation commending Ken Liss for his service and knowledge of Brookline's history.
From the minutes
“3i. Resolution acknowledging Ken Liss for his devotion and knowledge of Brookline's History. Chair Greene read the attached Citation commending Ken Liss for his service and knowledge of Brookline's history. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Town as the 'owner' for any permits required for pre-construction permitting, including Planning or Zoning Board of Appeals, Preservation...
On motion, it was, Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Town as the 'owner' for any permits required for pre-construction permitting, including Planning or Zoning Board of Appeals, Preservation Commission.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Town as the 'owner' for any permits required for pre-construction permitting, including Planning or Zoning Board of Appeals, Preservation Commission. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approved the removal and replacement plan under MGL Chapter 87 as requested
On motion, it was, Voted to approved the removal and replacement plan under MGL Chapter 87 as requested.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to approved the removal and replacement plan under MGL Chapter 87 as requested. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
That the 2026 Annual Town Election is called for Tuesday, May 5, 2026
On motion it was, Voted: That the 2026 Annual Town Election is called for Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted: That the 2026 Annual Town Election is called for Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Voted: That Early Voting for the 2026 Annual Town Election be held at the times and locations as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo. Voted: That police details for the 2026 Annual Town Election be assigned as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
That Early Voting for the 2026 Annual Town Election be held at the times and locations as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo
Voted: That Early Voting for the 2026 Annual Town Election be held at the times and locations as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo.
From the minutes
“Voted: That Early Voting for the 2026 Annual Town Election be held at the times and locations as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo. Voted: That police details for the 2026 Annual Town Election be assigned as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
That police details for the 2026 Annual Town Election be assigned as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo
Voted: That police details for the 2026 Annual Town Election be assigned as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo
From the minutes
“Voted: That police details for the 2026 Annual Town Election be assigned as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the proposed Town Meeting dates. * May change due to room availability
On motion it was, Voted to approve the proposed Town Meeting dates. * May change due to room availability
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the proposed Town Meeting dates. * May change due to room availability Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
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