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July 14, 2026
19 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Anthony Buono is listed as absent for at least one vote.
Every vote, in order
Enter into executive session
On motion, it was, Voted to enter into executive session.
Yes: Greene, Pearlman, Rubenstein, ZimmermanAnthony Buono is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: David Pearlman, Bernard Greene, Michael Rubenstein, Amanda Zimmerman Absent for roll call: Anthony Buono.”
Approve the following meeting minutes: June 30, 2026 June 16, 2026
Question of approving the following meeting minutes: June 30, 2026 June 16, 2026
From the minutes
“6a. Question of approving the following meeting minutes: June 30, 2026 June 16, 2026 Approved Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from Town Counsel: Associate Town Counsel (Labor & Employment) T-14
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from Town Counsel: Associate Town Counsel (Labor & Employment) T-14
From the minutes
“6b. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from Town Counsel: Associate Town Counsel (Labor & Employment) T-14 Approved Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Award and executing a contract for the Town Hall Electrification Project to NB Kenny
Question of awarding and executing a contract for the Town Hall Electrification Project to NB Kenny. Deputy Town Administrator, Melissa Goff explained that last year, the HVAC unit on the roof of Town Hall failed. The Public Building Department, while considering replacement options, realized that this was an opportunity not only to replace the chiller but also to transition the entire building to fully electric operations. This project was previously discussed and debated at Town Meeting as a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) item. There is a write-up in the current CIP document that provides further details. The electrification project aims to modernize Town Hall's infrastructure, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and support the town's sustainability and climate goals.
From the minutes
“6c. Question of awarding and executing a contract for the Town Hall Electrification Project to NB Kenny. Deputy Town Administrator, Melissa Goff explained that last year, the HVAC unit on the roof of Town Hall failed. The Public Building Department, while considering replacement options, realized that this was an opportunity not only to replace the chiller but also to transition the entire building to fully electric operations. This project was previously discussed and debated at Town Meeting as a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) item. There is a write-up in the current CIP document that provides further details. The electrification project aims to modernize Town Hall's infrastructure, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and support the town's sustainability and climate goals. Approved Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Approve Coolidge Corner Merchants Associations' request to conduct a sidewalk sale in the Coolidge Corner area on Saturday, July 25th and Sunday, July 26th between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 6:00...
Question of approving Coolidge Corner Merchants Associations' request to conduct a sidewalk sale in the Coolidge Corner area on Saturday, July 25th and Sunday, July 26th 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
“6d. Question of approving Coolidge Corner Merchants Associations' request to conduct a sidewalk sale in the Coolidge Corner area on Saturday, July 25th and Sunday, July 26th 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: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Approve agreement amendments for the Brookline Community Development Corporation projects 22-35, 23-7, and 23-56
Question of approving agreement amendments for the Brookline Community Development Corporation projects 22-35, 23-7, and 23-56.
From the minutes
“6e. Question of approving agreement amendments for the Brookline Community Development Corporation projects 22-35, 23-7, and 23-56. Approved Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Approve an FY26 Appropriations Transfer request from the Comptroller, in the amount of $27,000.00: From: Org #15001582 Obj # 510101 Permanent Full-Time $27,000.00 To: Org # 15001580 Obj # 528005...
Question of approving an FY26 Appropriations Transfer request from the Comptroller, in the amount of $27,000.00: From: Org #15001582 Obj # 510101 Permanent Full-Time $27,000.00 To: Org # 15001580 Obj # 528005 Credit Card Services $27,000.00
From the minutes
“6f. Question of approving an FY26 Appropriations Transfer request from the Comptroller, in the amount of $27,000.00: From: Org #15001582 Obj # 510101 Permanent Full-Time $27,000.00 To: Org # 15001580 Obj # 528005 Credit Card Services $27,000.00 Approved Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Approve an FY26 Appropriations Transfer request from the Senior Center Director in the amount of $2,000.00: From: Org #54105410 Obj #510101 Salaries $2,000.00 To: Org#54105410 Obj #561010...
Question of approving an FY26 Appropriations Transfer request from the Senior Center Director in the amount of $2,000.00: From: Org #54105410 Obj #510101 Salaries $2,000.00 To: Org#54105410 Obj #561010 Electricity $2,000.00
From the minutes
“6g. Question of approving an FY26 Appropriations Transfer request from the Senior Center Director in the amount of $2,000.00: From: Org #54105410 Obj #510101 Salaries $2,000.00 To: Org#54105410 Obj #561010 Electricity $2,000.00 Approved Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Approve an FY26 Appropriations Transfer request from the Assistant Town Clerk in the amount of $14,000.00: From: Org #16201620 Obj #531012 Office Supplies $14,000.00 To: Org #16201620 Obj #525030...
Question of approving an FY26 Appropriations Transfer request from the Assistant Town Clerk in the amount of $14,000.00: From: Org #16201620 Obj #531012 Office Supplies $14,000.00 To: Org #16201620 Obj #525030 Printing Service $14,000.00
From the minutes
“6h. Question of approving an FY26 Appropriations Transfer request from the Assistant Town Clerk in the amount of $14,000.00: From: Org #16201620 Obj #531012 Office Supplies $14,000.00 To: Org #16201620 Obj #525030 Printing Service $14,000.00 Approved Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Approve a Special Permit for the Susan G Komen 3-Day walk through Brookline roadways
Question of approving a Special Permit for the Susan G Komen 3-Day walk through Brookline roadways.
From the minutes
“6i. Question of approving a Special Permit for the Susan G Komen 3-Day walk through Brookline roadways. Approved Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Approve an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Health and Human Services: Substance Use Prevention Coalition Coordinator (T5)
Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Health and Human Services: Substance Use Prevention Coalition Coordinator (T5).
From the minutes
“6j. Question of approving an Authorization to Hire request from the Director of Public Health and Human Services: Substance Use Prevention Coalition Coordinator (T5). Approved Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Dissolve the following Public Bodies: Expenditures and Revenue Study Committee (E&RSC) Tree Protection Committee Climate Action Committee Vision Zero Committee CIMS Oversight Committee (potential...
On motion, it was, Voted to dissolve the following Public Bodies: Expenditures and Revenue Study Committee (E&RSC) Tree Protection Committee Climate Action Committee Vision Zero Committee CIMS Oversight Committee (potential merge into new committee) Surveillance, Technology & Military Type Equipment Committee (potential merge into new committee) Information Technology Advisory Committee (potential merge into new committee) Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) will remain active.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to dissolve the following Public Bodies: Expenditures and Revenue Study Committee (E&RSC) Tree Protection Committee Climate Action Committee Vision Zero Committee CIMS Oversight Committee (potential merge into new committee) Surveillance, Technology & Military Type Equipment Committee (potential merge into new committee) Information Technology Advisory Committee (potential merge into new committee) Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) will remain active. Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Approve the schedule for the 2026 Special Town Meeting: August 6, 2026 - Opening of the Warrant September 3, 2026 - Closing of the warrant Town Meeting Tuesday November 17, 2026 Wednesday,...
On motion, it was, Voted to approve the schedule for the 2026 Special Town Meeting: August 6, 2026 - Opening of the Warrant September 3, 2026 - Closing of the warrant Town Meeting Tuesday November 17, 2026 Wednesday, November 18, 2026 Thursday, November 19, 2026 Tuesday, December 1, 2026 (if necessary) Wednesday, December 2, 2026 (if necessary) Thursday, November 3, 2026 (if necessary)
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to approve the schedule for the 2026 Special Town Meeting: August 6, 2026 - Opening of the Warrant September 3, 2026 - Closing of the warrant Town Meeting Tuesday November 17, 2026 Wednesday, November 18, 2026 Thursday, November 19, 2026 Tuesday, December 1, 2026 (if necessary) Wednesday, December 2, 2026 (if necessary) Thursday, November 3, 2026 (if necessary) Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Reappoint Aileen Lee to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2029
On motion, it was, Voted to reappoint Aileen Lee to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to reappoint Aileen Lee to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2029. Voted to reappoint Melissa Muken to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2029. Voted to reappoint Julia Khazan to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2027. Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Reappoint Melissa Muken to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30
Voted to reappoint Melissa Muken to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30,
From the minutes
“Voted to reappoint Melissa Muken to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2029. Voted to reappoint Julia Khazan to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2027. Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Reappoint Julia Khazan to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2027
Voted to reappoint Julia Khazan to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“2029. Voted to reappoint Julia Khazan to the Brookline Commission for Women for a term ending June 30, 2027. Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Execute the Election Warrant for the Tuesday, September 1, 2026 State Primary Election
On motion, it was, Voted to execute the Election Warrant for the Tuesday, September 1, 2026 State Primary Election.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to execute the Election Warrant for the Tuesday, September 1, 2026 State Primary Election. Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Early Voting for the 2026 State Primary be held at the times and locations as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo
On motion, it was, Voted that Early Voting for the 2026 State Primary be held at the times and locations as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted that Early Voting for the 2026 State Primary be held at the times and locations as detailed in the Town Clerk's memo. Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
Assign police details for the State Primary on September 1, 2026: 4 officers assigned to Town Hall the morning of September 1, 2026, 1 officer assigned to each precinct on September 1, 2026, 1...
On motion, it was, Voted to assign police details for the State Primary on September 1, 2026: 4 officers assigned to Town Hall the morning of September 1, 2026, 1 officer assigned to each precinct on September 1, 2026, 1 additional officer assigned to the Lincoln School on September 1, 2026, 1 additional officer assigned to the Runkle School on September 1, 2026, 1 officer assigned to Brookline Town Hall the evening of September 1, 2026, 1 officer assigned to Brookline Town Hall during all hours of Early Voting for the September 1, 2026 Annual Town Election. 1 officer assigned at Putterham library during all hours of Early Voting for the September 1, 2026 Annual Town Election. 1 officer assigned at Coolidge Corner Library during all hours of Early Voting for the September 1, 2026 Annual Town Election. Any further officers assigned as necessary for the proper safety and security of the September 1, 2026 Annual Town Election, as determined by the Town Clerk. Police details: clarified that officer assignments apply only to early voting hours at Putterham and Coolidge Corner sites.
From the minutes
“On motion, it was, Voted to assign police details for the State Primary on September 1, 2026: 4 officers assigned to Town Hall the morning of September 1, 2026, 1 officer assigned to each precinct on September 1, 2026, 1 additional officer assigned to the Lincoln School on September 1, 2026, 1 additional officer assigned to the Runkle School on September 1, 2026, 1 officer assigned to Brookline Town Hall the evening of September 1, 2026, 1 officer assigned to Brookline Town Hall during all hours of Early Voting for the September 1, 2026 Annual Town Election. 1 officer assigned at Putterham library during all hours of Early Voting for the September 1, 2026 Annual Town Election. 1 officer assigned at Coolidge Corner Library during all hours of Early Voting for the September 1, 2026 Annual Town Election. Any further officers assigned as necessary for the proper safety and security of the September 1, 2026 Annual Town Election, as determined by the Town Clerk. Police details: clarified that officer assignments apply only to early voting hours at Putterham and Coolidge Corner sites. Aye: David Pearlman, Michael Rubenstein, Bernard Greene, Amanda Zimmerman, Anthony Buono.”
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