March 24, 2026

“Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 6a. Acknowledgment of March 31, 2026, as Transgender Day of Visibility Michael Rubenstein read the Proclamation: PROCLAMATION Brookline Select Board International Transgender Day of Visibility March 31, 2026 WHEREAS, In November 2025, Town Meeting urges the Select Board to proclaim March 31, 2026, and this date thereafter, as Transgender Day of Visibility; WHEREAS, the Town of Brookline is committed to honoring the dignity, resilience, and vital contributions of transgender residents, workers, students, and community members; and WHEREAS, yearly on March 31, many around the world observe Transgender Day of Visibility to celebrate the lives and many contributions of transgender individuals globally and to bring awareness to the challenges the community faces, such as discrimination, poverty, and violence at disproportionate levels; and WHEREAS, national advocacy organizations highlight the importance of uplifting transgender voices, sharing stories that foster understanding, and encouraging communities to stand firmly against prejudice in all forms; and WHEREAS, communities across the country commemorate this day through visible demonstrations of support; including educational programming, community gatherings, and symbolic activities such as flag-raisings to create space, affirmation, and a sense of belonging for transgender people; and NOW, THEREFORE, the Select Board of the Town of Brookline hereby proclaims March 31, 2026 as International Transgender Day of Visibility and encourages all Brookline residents to promote inclusion, challenge discrimination, uplift transgender voices, and ensure that Brookline remains a welcoming, affirming, and safe community for all. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“March 17, 2026 (Workshop) Approved, as amended Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6c. Question of approving the following seven (7) Change Orders in the total amount of $$30,215.04 with TRAC Builders, related to the Fire Station projects: Change Order #21 - $2,385.00 - Cost to saw cut openings greater than 12" that were NIC. Change Order #22 - $1,100.28 - Cost to infill existing hole at chimney. Change Order #23 - $10,353.02 - Cost to install and fabricate structural lintels Change Order #24 - $10,023.73 - Cost to install structural channels at HVAC openings at lower level. Change Order #26 - $765.36 - Cost to remove/reinstall ductwork at HVAC . Change Order #27 - $1,496.27 - Cost to center ERPs per Bulletin 5.1 and 5.2. Change Order #29 - $4,091.38 - Cost to wiring new fire pole per Bulletin 1 & add outlets at patrol desk. Total - $30,215.04 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6d. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Health and Human Services: Director of Veterans Services (T10) Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6e. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Chief of Police: Dispatcher (ETD) Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6f. Question of awarding and executing Contract No. PW/26-42 with Brown and Caldwell in the amount of $136,641 for professional engineering services to conduct water quality sampling and analysis at the Brookline Reservoir. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6g. Question of approving an Appropriation Transfer request from the Director of Public Health & Human Services in the amount of $15,000 as follows: From: Professional/Tech Services $12,000.00 To: Natural Gas $2,000.00 To: Water $1,000.00 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6h. Question of approving the petition of Verizon New England Inc. to for permission to construct, and a location for underground conduit in Summit Avenue running northeasterly and southeasterly from pole P.1A opposite Atherton Road a distance of about 125 feet to manhole MH38/386. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6i. 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 St. Mary's Street running southerly from manhole 17753 south of Beacon Street a distance of about 395 feet to manhole 8928 via manhole 8927 and reroof manhole 8928 with two roof openings. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6j. Question of approving the application for a Change of Manager of record from Shenrong Huang to Yung Li at 195 Washington St. Brookline, MA 02445 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“Question of approving the application for a Change of Ownership in Coporation for Brookline Sky, Inc d/b/a OMORI at 195 Washington St. Brookline, MA 02445 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“Question of approving the application for a Change of Officers, Directors, LLC Manager for Brookline Sky, Inc d/b/a OMORI at 195 Washington St. Brookline, MA 02445 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“Question of approving the application for a Transfer in Stock for Brookline Sky, Inc d/b/a OMORI at 195 Washington St. Brookline, MA 02445 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6k. Question of approving the application for an All-Alcohol Package Store License for Brookline Wine LLC at 27 Harvard Street Brookline, MA. Proposed manager will be Nicholas Lisotto and proposed Alternate Manager will be Nathan Derri. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6l. Question of approving the application of a new Common Victualler/ Entertainment/ Outdoor Dining License for HDR Holding Massachusetts LLC d/b/a Wonder at 392 Harvard St. Hours of operation and Entertainment will be Sunday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Seating will consist of 13 inside dining seats and no operation of Outdoor Dining. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6m. Question of approving the application of a new Common Victualler/ Entertainment/ Outdoor Seating License for Cupcake Therapy Brookline LLC d/b/a Cupcake Therapy at 288 Washington St. Hours of operation and Entertainment will be Sunday - Saturday 5:00 AM - 11:30 PM. Seating will consist of 28 inside dining seats and no operation of Outdoor Dining. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6n. Question of approving the application of Manager, Raul Miller and Alternate Managers Alex Pappas, Destiney Dixon, and Ryan O'Neill for Deezle Cannabis LLC, d/b/a Deezle Cannabis at 1351 Beacon Street. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“6o. Question to approve the application for Change of Lodging House Agent from Abigail Hoff to Mariane Diniz at 89 Marion St. Brookline, MA. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“7a. Question of approving and executing a successor agreement with Chief of Police Jennifer Paster. The Select Board acknowledged a new three-year contract for Police Chief Jennifer Paster. Board members praised the Chief for steady leadership, improved staffing, updated policies, stronger financial management, and stabilizing the department during difficult earlier years. The contract was fully reviewed by HR and Town Counsel. Chief Paster briefly thanked the Board, noting consistent support throughout her tenure. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“On motion, it was, Voted to deem the business as closed. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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“On motion, it was, Voted: To authorize (but not require) the Director of Planning & Community Development, on behalf of the Select Board and the Town of Brookline, to decline the Town's Right of First Refusal under the following conditions: a. The sale is for an individual home, sold and purchased by an individual household; b. The sale, if it includes the home and land under the same ownership, does not include more than 5,000 square feet of property; c. The seller authorizes the Department of Planning & Community Development to fairly market and administer an affordable housing lottery that follows Brookline's affordable housing lottery procedures and policies (such as a preference for Brookline residents and employees); d. The Department of Planning & Community Development will notify the Select Board by email of the sale (and notice that the Town is not exercising its Right of First Refusal) at the same time the general public is notified of the sale; e. The Department of Planning & Community Development will work with the seller and prospective buyers to facilitate the resale of the unit to an income-qualified first-time homebuyer household and ensure that all new documents comply with the affordability requirements of the Town's Affordable Housing program; f. The property prior to the proposed sale includes an affordable housing covenant in perpetuity, at or below the income level when the home was originally created; g. Wherever possible, the Department of Planning & Community Development will work with the state's Local Initiative Program to ensure that units are included on the state's Subsidized Housing Inventory (if not already); h. The Department of Planning & Community Development will include an annual summary on any such sales where the Town did not exercise its Right of First Refusal in the Annual Report; and i. This authorization will expire on March 24, 2031 unless otherwise renewed by the Select Board. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”

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