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April 7, 2026
11 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Bernard Greene is listed as absent for at least one vote.
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Enter into Executive Session
On motion, it was, Voted to enter into Executive Session
Yes: Pearlman, Rubenstein, VanScoyoc, WarrenBernard Greene is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to enter into Executive Session Aye: John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein Absent for roll call: Bernard Greene.”
Approve miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 5a
Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 5a. Question of approving the meeting minutes from March 31, 2026.
From the minutes
“Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts. 5a. Question of approving the meeting minutes from March 31, 2026. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the 2027 CDBG Week Proclamation PROCLAMATION Brookline Select Board National Community Development Week WHEREAS, the week of April 6-10, 2026 has been designated as National Community...
Question of approving the 2027 CDBG Week Proclamation PROCLAMATION Brookline Select Board National Community Development Week WHEREAS, the week of April 6-10, 2026 has been designated as National Community Development Week by the National Community Development Association to celebrate the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program; and WHEREAS, the CDBG Program provides annual funding and flexibility to local communities to provide decent, safe and affordable housing, a suitable living environment, and economic opportunities to low- and moderate-income people; and WHEREAS, the HOME Program provides funding to local communities to create decent, safe, and affordable housing opportunities for low-income persons; and WHEREAS, over the past five years, our community has received over $7.5 million in CDBG funds and $2 million in HOME funds; and WHEREAS, recent activities that have been funded include improvements to Brookline Housing Authority's High Street Veteran's property, Brookline Community Development Corporation properties' at Boylston and Beacon Street, and continued support for the Brookline Food Pantry, Steps to Success, the Council on Aging, among many others.
From the minutes
“5b. Question of approving the 2027 CDBG Week Proclamation PROCLAMATION Brookline Select Board National Community Development Week WHEREAS, the week of April 6-10, 2026 has been designated as National Community Development Week by the National Community Development Association to celebrate the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program; and WHEREAS, the CDBG Program provides annual funding and flexibility to local communities to provide decent, safe and affordable housing, a suitable living environment, and economic opportunities to low- and moderate-income people; and WHEREAS, the HOME Program provides funding to local communities to create decent, safe, and affordable housing opportunities for low-income persons; and WHEREAS, over the past five years, our community has received over $7.5 million in CDBG funds and $2 million in HOME funds; and WHEREAS, recent activities that have been funded include improvements to Brookline Housing Authority's High Street Veteran's property, Brookline Community Development Corporation properties' at Boylston and Beacon Street, and continued support for the Brookline Food Pantry, Steps to Success, the Council on Aging, among many others. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Brookline designates the week of April 6-10, 2026 as National Community Development Week in support of these two valuable programs that have made tremendous contributions to the viability of the housing stock, infrastructure, public services, and economic vitality of our community. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that our community opposes any attempts to eliminate the programs. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Accept the FY26 Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant in the amount of $34,943.05, which was recently awarded to the Brookline Fire Department
Question of accepting the FY26 Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant in the amount of $34,943.05, which was recently awarded to the Brookline Fire Department. The funds will be used for radio equipment.
From the minutes
“5c. Question of accepting the FY26 Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant in the amount of $34,943.05, which was recently awarded to the Brookline Fire Department. The funds will be used for radio equipment. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a grant from the US Department of Homeland Security's Urban Area Security Initiative grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region and the City of Boston Mayor's Office of...
Question of approving a grant from the US Department of Homeland Security's Urban Area Security Initiative grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region and the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management, FFY23 Intelligence & Information Sharing in the amount of $12,500 related to Blue Voice software services. *Note: the PCAC committee reviewed and approved the grant acceptance.
From the minutes
“5d. Question of approving a grant from the US Department of Homeland Security's Urban Area Security Initiative grant program, via the Metro Boston Homeland Security Region and the City of Boston Mayor's Office of Emergency Management, FFY23 Intelligence & Information Sharing in the amount of $12,500 related to Blue Voice software services. *Note: the PCAC committee reviewed and approved the grant acceptance. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Town Administrator: Building Commissioner
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Town Administrator: Building Commissioner
From the minutes
“5e. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Town Administrator: Building Commissioner Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve a One-Day Wine and Malt Beverages Sale License to the Driscoll PTO for the Driscoll PTO Trivia Fundraiser to be held on April 10th, 2026, from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM at the Driscoll School, 725...
Question of approving a One-Day Wine and Malt Beverages Sale License to the Driscoll PTO for the Driscoll PTO Trivia Fundraiser to be held on April 10th, 2026, from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM at the Driscoll School, 725 Washington St. Attendance is approximately 100 people.
From the minutes
“5f. Question of approving a One-Day Wine and Malt Beverages Sale License to the Driscoll PTO for the Driscoll PTO Trivia Fundraiser to be held on April 10th, 2026, from 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM at the Driscoll School, 725 Washington St. Attendance is approximately 100 people. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Favorable Action on Article 21 as revised by the Advisory Committee
On motion, it was, Voted 3-0-2 Favorable Action on Article 21 as revised by the Advisory Committee
Yes: Pearlman, Rubenstein, VanScoyocAbstained: Greene, Warren
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted 3-0-2 Favorable Action on Article 21 as revised by the Advisory Committee Aye: John VanScoyoc, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein Abstained: Bernard Greene, Paul Warren.”
Authorize the Town Administrator to transmit a letter seeking certification of any available overlay surplus to the Board of Assessors
On motion, it was, Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to transmit a letter seeking certification of any available overlay surplus to the Board of Assessors
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to authorize the Town Administrator to transmit a letter seeking certification of any available overlay surplus to the Board of Assessors Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Approve the following actions related to the May 2026 Annual Town Election: 12a
Question of approving the following actions related to the May 2026 Annual Town Election: 12a. Vote to issue the Warrant for the Annual Town Election called for May 5, 2026
From the minutes
“Question of approving the following actions related to the May 2026 Annual Town Election: 12a. Vote to issue the Warrant for the Annual Town Election called for May 5, 2026 Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
Appoint a new Democratic Registrar of Voters, as presented in the Town Clerk's memo
Vote to appoint a new Democratic Registrar of Voters, as presented in the Town Clerk's memo.
From the minutes
“12b. Vote to appoint a new Democratic Registrar of Voters, as presented in the Town Clerk's memo. Approved Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Paul Warren, David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein.”
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