August 4, 2024


Paul


The Select Board will meet this Tuesday, August 6 at 6:00 pm. The agenda is included below. The Board did not meet last week. I have included the meeting summary from July 23 which was included in last week's update.


Brookline has hired a new Director of Parks and Open Space. That and information about the upcoming State Primary are contained in the News and Update section.


Please do not hesitate to reach out should you have any questions.


Warmest Regards,


Paul Warren


Please note that this email is being sent by me as an individual and not as an official action on behalf of the Board. The content is created by me and any errors or omissions are solely my responsibility.

News and Updates

New Parks and Open Space Director - Alex Mezzatesta will join the Town of Brookline as our new Director of Parks and Open Space. DPW Commissioner Erin Chute shared the news with the Select Board writing "Alex rose to the top as uniquely qualified for the role, given his experience with the City of New York Parks and Recreation Department, Hudson River Park Trust, and most recently, Fifth Avenue Association. We were especially impressed with Alex's strong background in operations and know that they will add a lot of value not only to our team in the Department of Public Works, but the Town overall." Congratulations Alex and welcome to Brookline.


State Primary - Will be held on September 3. Information on early voting, polling locations and other election information can be found on the Town Clerk's website. Sample ballots are also available by Precinct.


State Rep Candidate Greg Schwartz - I am joining retiring State Rep Ruth Balser in endorsing Greg Schwartz to fill the seat she held for more than 20 years. Greg will bring a wealth of experience to the State Rep job: He’s been a practicing primary care physician for more than 20 years, has served on the Newton City Council for 8 years and brings a deep understanding of the law and policy making, having trained as a lawyer and worked for Congress and in policy advocacy. Learn more about Greg and his positions on key issues at https://www.teamschwartz.org/

Last Select Board Meeting - July 23, 2024

Meeting Agenda and Packet and Full Meeting Video

Miscellaneous - The Board approved the following miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts.

 

  • Approval of Meeting Minutes from July 9, 2024. 
  • Change Order with Miller Dyer Spears in the amount of $19,060.00 to implement DPW phosphorus removal as part of town’s storm water management system.
  • Change Order with Leftfield of $92,012.00 for contract extension for construction administration related to the Driscoll School project. 
  • Change Order with Jonathan Levi Associates of $259,731.21 for contract extension for construction administration related to the Driscoll School project. 
  • Change Order with Cambridge 7 for $1,980.00 to scan the fire stations for structural elements.
  • Donation of $700 to Recreation Department from the Rotary Club 
  • Rebate check from National Grid of $47,775 for installing heating pumps at Brookline High School.
  • Hire request from the Department of Public Health for a Senior Office Assistant. 
  • Hire Request from the Commissioner of Public Works for a Code Enforcement and Visitor Services Supervisor. 
  • Appropriation transfer request from the Town Clerk's Office of $2,675.00.
  • Contract with All States Construction for the installation of Bonded Wearing Course at Beacon Street, Hammond Street and Pond Avenue in the amount of $2,792,706.80. 
  • ARPA Funds Payment Agreement with Eversource for paying down utility arrearages of residential customer accounts in the Town in the of amount of $36,005.46. 
  • Approval for Eversource Energy to construct a line of conduits and manholes under Dudley Street running 506 feet northeasterly of Sears Road a distance 25 feet to private property at 280 Dudley Street.
  • Approval for Lan Feast, 250 Harvard Street
  • Common Victualler License
  • Entertainment License
  • Alternate Manager
  • Change of Manager of Record from Isabella Delre to Jeffrey Rosenthal for Barcelona at 1700 Beacon Street. 
  • Change in D/B/A, Corporate Name and Structure from J & Z Foods Corporation d/b/a Six Po Hot Pot to Dayu LLC d/b/a Kungfu Kitchen at 1353 Beacon Street. 
  • Change of Manager of Record from Sandy Schanell Arauz to Meaghan Murphy for Hersha Brookline Concession, LLC. d/b/a Courtyard by Marriott at 40 Webster Street. 
  • Application for a transfer of an Open-Air Parking License at 227 Cypress Street
  • Application for change of Lodging House Agent to Adilane Da Silva for 44 Winslow Rd. 
  • Open Air Parking Renewals
  • Renewal of Ice Cream Truck from owner Ahmad Alkhatatbih d/b/a Zack's Ice Cream and Hani Hindi d/b/a Super Star Ice Cream. 
  • Hire request from the Director of Finance for an Assistant Assessor


September Election - The Board discussed and approved the following actions related to the September 2024 State Primary Election:

  • Issue Warrant for the State Primary Election for September 3, 2024. 
  • Set date for Early Voting for September 3, 2024. 
  • Authorize police details for the State Primary Election. 


The Newbury of Brookline - The Board held a public hearing, discussed, and approve the following items related to the The Newbury of Brookline


  • Change of Ownership Interest.
  • Common Victualler License
  • Entertainment License - Note: The Board restricted the entertainment license to indoor use.
  • Alteration of Premises, adding a Skyline lounge on the 6th floor. 
  • Change of Manager
  • Alternate Manager


The Iris Hotel - The Board held a public hearing, discussed and approved the following items related to the Iris Hotel at 30 Webster Street


  • All Alcoholic Beverages License
  • Common Victualler License
  • Entertainment License for Wagner - Note: The Board restricted the entertainment license to indoor use.
  • Alternate Manager(s)
  • Flammables License, Storage and use of 50 automobiles. 


Pierce Park Overpass - The Board held a public hearing, discussed and delayed a vote until August 6, 20024 for a Noise Bylaw Waiver for the Pierce Park overpass coming down Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 7:00AM-9:00PM with August 17, 2024 as a back-up weather day. The Board delayed the vote due to an error in the description on the agenda and to provide the opportunity to directly inform the abutters of the planned work.


Diversity/Hiring Update - The Board received and discussed an employment report for the period January 2024 - June 2024.


Rodent Control Action Plan - The Board received and discussed a report on the Rodent Control Action Plan.


Select Board's Goals & Objectives - The Board discussed a draft of its Goals and Objectives for the upcoming FY 2026 plan and budget. The Board will finalize these goals at its September planning meeting.


Boards and Commissions Annual Report - The Board received and discussed the Transportation Board's annual report. 


Boards and Commissions Reappointments - The Board discussed and approved the reappointment of the following individuals to boards and commissions.


  • Indigenous People Celebration Committee

Felina Silver 

Katherine Florio 

  • Advisory Council of Public Health 

Charles J. Homer 

Leonard A. Jokubaitis 

  • Economic Development Advisory Board 

Anne Meyers 

  • Zero Emissions Advisory Board 

Kathleen Scanlon 

  • Solid Waste Advisory Committee 

Deane Cody 

Mary Litterst 

Kathleen O'Connell 

  • Zoning Board of Appeals 

Saul Feldman 

  • Police Commissioners Advisory Committee 

Ronald Wilkinson 

  • Planning Board 

Blair Hines 


Boards and Commissions New Appointments - The Board appointed the following individuals who had been previously interviewed


  • Age-Friendly Cities Committee 

Inge Formenti 

  • Trustees of Walnut Hills Cemetary 

Thomas M. Johnson 


Boards and Commissions Candidate Interviews - The Board interviewed the following individuals.


  • Housing Advisory Board 

Rebecca Mautner 

  • Advisory Council of Public Health 

LaShyra Nolen 

Shira Fischer 

  • Economic Development Advisory Board 

George Cole 


Select Board Committee Assignments - The Board approved the following committee assignments:

Links:

Next Select Board Meeting - August 6, 2024 @ 6:00 pm

Agenda, Meeting Packet, and Zoom Registration

Public Comment - Up to fifteen minutes for public comment on matters not appearing on the agenda. Advanced registration is available by calling 617-730-2202 or by email at kmacgillivray@brooklinema.gov.


Miscellaneous - Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts.



Waldo-Durgin Project Demolition Update - Presentation by Chestnut Hill Realty regarding the demolition at the Waldo-Durgin site. 


Noise Bylaw Waiver (Public Hearing) - Request for a noise bylaw waiver to take down the Pierce Park overpass. Work to happen on Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 7:00AM-9:00PM with August 17, 2024 as a back-up weather day. 


Linkage Nexus Study - Presentation and discussion on findings, recommendations, and next steps for the Non-Residential Linkage Nexus Study. 


Warrant Articles - Discussion of potential Select Board sponsored Warrant Articles for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting. 


Comprehensive Plan - Discussion and possible vote on Select Board Guidance relating to the Comprehensive Plan. 


Boards and Commissions Annual Report - Brookline Commission for Women


Boards and Commissions - Reappointments 



Boards and Commissions - New Appointments 



Boards and Commissions - Interviews 


     
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