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BrooklineMA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$1,233,100 Typical home value $1,122,975 -5.4% yr/yr · -0.6% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (174)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Advisory Committee
- Alexander Lebovitz
- Alisa Jonas
- Brian Ladd
- Carlos Ridruejo
- Carol Levin
- Christine Westphal
- Cliff Brown
- David Pollak
- David-Marc Goldstein
- Dennis Doughty
- Donelle O’Neal Sr
- Elise Couture-Stone
- Fran Perler
- Harry Bohrs
- Harry Friedman
- Janice Kahn
- Joslin Murphy
- Kelly Hardebeck
- Lee Selwyn
- Linda Olson Pehlke
- Liz Linder
- Margaret Robotham
- Michael Berger
- Neil Gordon
- Pam Lodish
- Perry Grossman
- Susan Granoff
Who’s on the Age Friendly Cities Committee
- Carol Caro
- Darlene Johnson
- Emily Williams
- Henry Winkelman
- Inge Formenti
- John Kleshinsky
- John Seay
- John VanScoyoc
- Margot Rosenbach
- Matthew Weiss
- Sebastian Ware
- Yolanda Rodriguez
Who’s on the Bicycle Advisory Committee
- Todd MacFadden
- Anthony Ishak
- Bob Miller
Who’s on the Brookline Commission on Disability
- Elizabeth Stryer
- James Lee
- Joan Mahon
- Lynn Miczek
- Elaine Ober
- Henry Winkelman
- Saralynn Allaire
Who’s on the Commission for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Community Relations
- Eric Hardt
- Jessica Chicco
- Roberta Falke
- Anne Trecker
- Caitlin Starr
- Susan Harr
- Angela Gomez
- Caitlin Starr-ODEICR
- Lynn Johnson
- Marilynn Johnson
Who’s on the Community Preservation Act Committee
- Andrea Brue
- Brooke Richard
- David Lescohier
- Mini Kolluri
- Sam Burrington
- Steve Heikin
- Susan Cohen
Who’s on the Conservation Commission
- Pamela Harvey
- Priya Gandbhir
- Roberta Schnoor
- Samuel Burrington
- Werner Lohe
- Will Corrdin
- Marian Lazar
- Not Voting
Who’s on the Indigenous Peoples Celebration Committee
- Caitlin Starr
- David Brick
- Jody Leader
- Kailey Bennett
- Katherine Florio
- Paul McLean
- David
- Jody
- Kailey
- Katherine
- Paul
- Shana
- Caitlin
- Shana Penna
- Shanna Penna
Who’s on the Metro Public Health Collaborative
- Colleen Leger
- Diana Ekman
- John Kleschinsky
- Kylee Foley
- Lisa Heyer
- Shin-Yi Lao
- Tanya Hong
- Wesley Chin
Who’s on the MLK Celebration Committee
- Bernard Greene
- Rob Daves
- Robert Rogers
- Caitlin Starr
- Jack Curtis
- Margaret Talcott
- Rosaline Lowe
Who’s on the Moderator's Committee on Exterior Lighting
- Alisa Plazonja
- Ariel Soiffer
- Bill Heinemann
- David Pollak
- David Trevvett
- Julie Jette
- Matt Hyatt
- Michael Kerstein
- Pat Maher
Who’s on the Park & Recreation Commission
- Carol Caro
- Clara Batchelor
- Debbie Hatzieleftheriadis
- Jane Flanagan
- Lauren Bernard
- Michael O'Connor
- Michael O’Connor
- Rory Hallowell
- Theresa Mooney
Who’s on the Pedestrian Advisory Committee
- Tommy Renkes
- Jonathan Philips
- Jonathan Phillips
Who’s on the Police Commissioners Advisory Committee
- David Hill
- John Hilliard
- Kimberley Richardson
- Kristine L. Knauf
- Paul Yee
- Ronald Wilkinson
- Scott Ananian
Who’s on the School Committee
- Bob Weintraub
- Danna Perry
- Jesse Hefter
- Sarah Moghtader
- Suzanne Federspiel
- Carolyn Thall
- Faiza Khan
- Laura Baines-Walsh
- Valerie Frias
- Andreas Liu
- Mariah Nobrega
- Valeria Frias
Who’s on the Select Board
- David Pearlman
- Michael Rubenstein
- Amanda Zimmerman
- Anthony Buono
- Bernard Greene
- Paul Warren
Who’s on the Trustees of Walnut Hills Cemetery
- Gerry Hayes
- Joslin Murphy
- Lisa Farber
- Randolph Meiklejohn
- Tom Johnson
Who’s on the ZEAB: Commercial Working Group
- Candy Wong
- Cora Weissbourb
- Kathie Butler
- Kathleen Scanlon
- Paul Ham
- Robin Friedman
Who’s on the ZEAB: Residential Working Group
- Candy Wong
- Cora Weissbourd
- Kathie Butler
- Kathleen Scanlon
- Robin Friedman
Who’s on the Zero Emissions Advisory Board
- Alan Leviton
- Bill Heinemann
- Kathleen Scanlon
- Nick Caramello
- Patricia Correa
- Vikram Aggarwal
- Werner Lohe
- Not Voting
Municipal budget
Total revenue$408.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$471.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$302.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$462.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$7,518 (FY2023)
🗳️ How this town voted (84 contests)
Official town-by-town returns — MA Secretary of the Commonwealth (PD43+). ✓ marks this town's plurality choice.
U.S. Senate 2026-09-01
John Deaton ✓ 500
U.S. Senate 2026-09-01
Edward J. Markey ✓ 6,605 · Seth W. Moulton 3,979
U.S. House — 4th Congressional 2026-09-01
Thomas Stalcup ✓ 450
U.S. House — 4th Congressional 2026-09-01
Jake Auchincloss ✓ 7,039 · Jason Poulos 3,215
Treasurer 2026-09-01
Deborah B. Goldberg ✓ 8,342
Treasurer 2026-09-01
Elizabeth Dionne ✓ 444
State Senate — Norfolk & Middlesex 2026-09-01
Cynthia Stone Creem ✓ 8,084
State Representative — 12th Middlesex 2026-09-01
Greg Schwartz ✓ 1,156
State Representative — 15th Norfolk 2026-09-01
Tommy Vitolo ✓ 5,975
State Representative — 10th Suffolk 2026-09-01
William Macgregor ✓ 475
State Representative — 17th Suffolk 2026-09-01
Kevin G. Honan ✓ 503
Secretary of the Commonwealth 2026-09-01
William Francis Galvin ✓ 8,497
🗳️ Ballot measures (1)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Q5: Shall the Town of Brookline be allowed to exempt from then provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called…
2022-11-08 · Passed — 13,794 yes / 5,830 no
Upcoming
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 10:00
ZEAB: Residential Working Group
Brookline residential working group meets on emissions topics
The ZEAB Residential Working Group is holding a virtual meeting with routine items including approval of July minutes, public comment, and updates on Brookline Day and the working group's activities. No major decisions or proposals are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of July 21, 2026 minutes
- Public comment period
- Brookline Day update
- Residential Working Group update
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Virtual via Zoom
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Kathleen Scanlon
Kathie Butler
Robin Friedman
Paul Ham
Cora Weissbourd
Candy Wong
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Meeting ID: 165 325 4487
ZEAB: Residential Working Group Agenda
Virtual Meeting
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM
1. Welcome
2. Approval of Minutes
2a. July 21, 2026 Minutes
3. Public Comment
4. Brookline Day
5. RWG Update
6. Other Business
7. Adjourn
Zero Emissions Advisory Board Webpage
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[email protected].
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 17:00
School Committee
School Committee to review student restraint, conduct, and police interaction policies
The Policy Review Subcommittee will review and possibly vote on several school policies, including those on time-out, seclusion, physical restraint, student conduct, and interactions with law enforcement under the PROTECT Act. They will also discuss removing philosophy statements from the policy manual and consider a policy manual development service.
- Review and possible vote on Time-Out, Seclusion, and Physical Restraint of Students policy
- Proposed revision to PSB Student Conduct Policy and Student Code of Conduct
- Review and possible vote on Interacting with Law Enforcement Officers (PROTECT Act) policy
- Discussion and possible vote to remove Philosophy Statements from Section I 4 of policy manual
- Discussion of MASC Policy Manual Development Service
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Brookline Town Hall, 5th Floor,
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Policy Review Subcommittee:
Suzanne Federspiel, Chair
Laura Baines-Walsh
Valerie Frias
Sarah Moghtader
Join in-person:
Walsh School Committee Meeting Room
Brookline Town Hall
333 Washington Street, 5th Floor
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Meeting ID: 165 951 6411
Passcode: 07265446
School Committee Agenda
Policy Review Subcommittee
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Documents for this meeting will be available on the School Committee's meeting materials
page.
1. Approval of Minutes: June 9, 2026 Policy Subcommittee Meeting
2. Time-Out, Seclusion, and Physical Restraint of Students Policy: Review, Discussion, and
Possible Vote
2a. PSB Policy: Time-Out Practices, Inclusive of Physical Restraint
2b. MASC Model Policy: Time-Out, Seclusion, and Physical Restraint of Students
3. Proposed Revision to the PSB Student Conduct Policy: Review, Discussion, and Possible
Vote
3a. Proposed Revision to the PSB Student Code of Conduct: Review, Discussion, and
Possible Vote
3b. MASC Model Policies: Student Conduct; Student Discipline; Student Rights and
Responsibilities.
4. Interacting with Law Enforcement Officers Engaged in Civil Law Enforcement (PROTECT
ACT): Review, Discussion and Possible Vote
4a. MASC Model Policy: PROTECT Act
4b. DESE Guidance: PROTECT Act
5. PSB Policy Manual Philosophy Statements: Discussion and Possible Vote to Remove
5a. Philosophy Statements, Section I 4
6. MASC Policy Manual Develop …
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:30
Committee on Town Organization & Structure
Committee to discuss Fall Town Meeting warrant articles
The Brookline Committee on Town Organization & Structure is meeting virtually to discuss warrant articles for the November 2026 Fall Town Meeting, along with reviewing meeting minutes and other business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items or decisions listed.
- Discussion of November 2026 Fall Town Meeting warrant articles
- Review of meeting minutes
- Other business
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Zoom Remote Meeting
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Jean Berg, Chair
Sean Lynn-Jones
Ian Roffman
Dick Benka
Harry Bohrs
Kate Poverman
John VanScoyoc
Virtual Via Zoom
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Meeting ID: 165 909 9549
Committee on Town Organization & Structure Agenda
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 6:30 PM
1. Agenda
1a. Discussion of November 2026 Fall Town Meeting warrant articles
1b. Meeting minutes
1c. Other business
Committee on Town Organization & Structure Webpage
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[email protected].
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:30
Planning Board
Planning Board reviews 3-building Boylston Street development
The Brookline Planning Board is holding a Design Advisory Team meeting to review a proposed development at 1280-1330 Boylston Street by City Realty. The proposal includes three new buildings with retail, hotel, medical office, and residential uses. The board will hear the applicant's presentation, take questions from members and the public, and discuss next steps.
- Proposed 12-story mixed-use building (retail, hotel, condominiums) at 1280-1330 Boylston Street
- Proposed 12-story mixed-use building (retail, medical office, multifamily residential)
- Proposed 7-story multifamily building
- Public comment session on the development
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Virtual Public Meeting (Zoom)
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Matt Hyatt - Chair
Andrea Brue - Clerk
Blair Hines
Linda K. Hamlin
Steven A. Heikin
Thomas Renkes
Mark J. Zarrillo
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Planning Board Agenda
Design Advisory Team Meeting on 1280-1330 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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1. Applicant’s Presentation of Proposed Development at 1280-1330 Boylston Street By City
Realty
The proposal includes construction of three new buildings bordered by Rte. 9 and Heath
Street: Building A: a 12-story mixed-use of retail, hotel and condominiums. Building B: a 12-
story mixed-use of retail, medical office and multifamily residential. Building C: a 7-story
multifamily building.
2. DAT Member Questions and Comments
3. Public Questions and Comments
4. Next Meeting
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:00
Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission to vote on Griggs Park order, CPA support letters
The Brookline Conservation Commission will hold public hearings and votes on wetland permits and conservation projects. It will continue a hearing for 25 Sears Rd and open a new hearing for 33 Griggs Rd (Griggs Park), with a potential vote on an Order of Conditions. The commission will also discuss and vote on letters of support for three Community Preservation Act (CPA) projects: invasive species management at Cottage Street Meadow, Fisher Hill Reservoir restoration, and Riverway Bridges preservation. The meeting includes routine approval of prior minutes and a membership update.
- Public hearing for Notice of Intent at 25 Sears Rd (BWB #26-03)
- Public hearing and potential vote on Order of Conditions for 33 Griggs Rd (Griggs Park) DEP#120-210
- Vote on letter of support for CPA project: Cottage Street Meadow invasive species management
- Vote on letter of support for CPA project: Fisher Hill Reservoir land management and ecological restoration
- Vote on letter of support for CPA project: Riverway Bridges preservation and access
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Virtual (Zoom)
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Roberta Schnoor, Vice Chair
Werner Lohe
Pamela Harvey
Samuel Burrington
Will Corrdin
Priya Gandbhir
Kelly Brilliant
Marian Lazar, Associate
Ernest Cook, Associate
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Meeting ID: 165 160 5002
Conservation Commission Agenda
Virtual Meeting
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
1. 7:00 PM - Call Meeting to Order / Approval of 9.8.26 Meeting Minutes
1a. 2026-09-08 Conservation Commission Meeting Minutes_DRAFT
2. 7:05 PM - Continuation of Public Hearing for Notice of Intent: 25 Sears Rd. BWB #26-03
2a. 260916 --Letter to Alex Cassie re Continuance
3. 7:10 PM - Public Hearing for Notice of Intent: 33 Griggs Rd (Griggs Park) DEP#120-210
BWB# 26-06
3a. Griggs Park Presentation
3b. Griggs Park NOI
3c. Griggs Park Permit Set
3d. Griggs Stormwater Report
3e. Griggs Park Con Com Memo
4. 8:00 PM - Discussion and Potential Vote to Issue an Order of Conditions for 33 Griggs Rd
(Griggs Park) DEP#120-210 BWB# 26-06
4a. Griggs Park Special Conditions_DRAFT
5. 8:15 PM - Discussion of Proposed CPA Project: Brookline Conservation Land Trust -
Cottage Street Meadow Invasive Species Management and vote to issue a letter of
support
6. 8:30 PM - Discussion of Proposed CPA Project: Brookline DPW - Fisher Hill Reservoir Land
Management Plan & Ecological Restoration and vote to issue a letter of support
6a. CPA Slide for Fisher Hill
7. 8:45 PM - Discussion of Proposed CPA Project: Brookline DPW - Riverway Bridges …
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 17:30
Select Board
Select Board Hearing Room 6th Floor
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 10:00
Library Trustees
Library Trustees plan 2026-27, review survey and recruitment
The Brookline Library Trustees' Development Committee will meet to plan activities for the remainder of 2026-2027, including reviewing trustee survey results and an Advocacy and Intellectual Freedom proposal. They will also discuss new trustee recruitment and onboarding, including webpage updates and onboarding/exit interview plans. The meeting is a hybrid session with public comment limited to three minutes.
- Review Trustee survey results
- Review Advocacy and Intellectual Freedom proposal
- Proposed updates to Trustee webpage
- Plans for new Trustee onboarding and exit interview
- Updates to draft BOLT calendar or handbook
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Public Library of Brookline, 361 Washington Street, Brookline
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Marissa Vogt, Chair
Petra Bignami
Judy Goleman
Carol Lohe
Felina Silver
Trustees Room, Brookline Village Library
361 Washington Street, 2nd Floor
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Meeting ID: 165 894 3796
Library Trustees Agenda
Trustee Development Committee (Hybrid meeting)
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM
1. Convene
2. Public Comment - 3-Minute Limit
3. Committee plans for remaining 2026-2027 year
3a. Review Trustee survey results
3b. Review Advocacy and Intellectual Freedom proposal
4. New Trustee recruitment and onboarding
4a. Review proposed updates to Trustee webpage
4b. Plans for new Trustee onboarding and exit interview
5. Old Business
5a. Trustee bios
5b. Workshop/trainings
5c. Quick check in for any updates to the draft BOLT calendar or handbook
6. Next meeting items
7. Adjourn
Board of Library Trustees Webpage
If you plan to make a motion or amend the minutes, please give a written copy to the Trustee
Secretary.
Please contact Library Administration (
[email protected] / 617-730-2360) with questions
about this meeting.
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 17:30
Select Board
Select Board to vote on Coolidge Corner Theatre PILOT, $724K road contract
The Brookline Select Board will hold a regular meeting with executive sessions on real property at 26 Pleasant Street and the Coolidge Corner Theatre, then vote on a PILOT agreement for the theatre. The board will also consider a $724,660 roadway maintenance contract, several fire station change orders, liquor license changes, and public hearings on warrant articles including a cryptocurrency kiosk ban.
- Vote on Coolidge Corner Theatre PILOT agreement (property at 280-290 Harvard St.)
- Contract PW27-09 for Roadway Maintenance Overlays with P.J. Keating, $724,660
- Fire Station change orders totaling over $650,000, including $415,925.81 for new windows at Fire Station 1
- Public hearing on RCN/Astound cable license renewal
- Public hearing on warrant articles: ban on cryptocurrency kiosks and prohibiting public meetings on Election Day
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Select Board Hearing Room 6th Floor
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David Pearlman – Chair
Michael Rubenstein – Vice Chair
Bernard W. Greene
Amanda Zimmerman
Anthony Buono
Charles Carey – Town Administrator
Select Board Hearing Room
6th Floor, Brookline Town Hall
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Meeting ID: 160 594 2074
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Select Board Agenda
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM
1. Open Session
1a. Question of entering into Executive Session for the purpose stated in items two (2), and
three (3), and to reconvene in Open Session.
2. Executive Session - Real Property
2a. Executive session, pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(6) (“Purpose 6”), for the purpose of
considering the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, specifically 26
Pleasant Street.
3. Executive Session - Real Property
3a. Executive session, pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6) ("Purpose 6"), for the purpose of
considering the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, specifically the
Coolidge Corner Theatre (property located at 280-290 Harvard Street).
4. (Open Session) Coolidge Corner Theatre PILOT
4a. Review and possible vote on the Coolidge Corner PILOT agreement.
5. Announcements/Updates
Select Board to announce recent and/or upcoming Events of Community Interest.
6. Public Comment
Public Comment period for those who request to speak to the Board regarding Town issues.
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:00
Advisory Committee
Postponed hearing on legal fee reimbursement warrant articles
This Advisory Committee Schools Subcommittee hearing has been postponed and will be reposted when a new date is set. When it occurs, the subcommittee will discuss and possibly vote on two warrant articles related to legal fee reimbursements, and may approve subcommittee minutes.
- Warrant Article 4: FY27 Budget Amendment reducing reserve fund and adding funding to Claims and Settlements Fund for legal fee reimbursement
- Warrant Article 5: Resolution urging Select Board to reimburse legal fees of TMM Respondents
- Possible vote on chair approval of subcommittee minutes
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This hearing has been postponed.
It will be reposted and noticed when a
new date is found.
Advisory Committee Agenda
Schools Subcommittee Hearing
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The public is invited to attend and participate. You can view and download the agenda, register
for the meeting using the Zoom joining link (if applicable), and access related documents on the
Town website when available.
1. Public Hearing
1a. Presentation, Discussion & Possible Vote on
• Warrant Article 4 FY27 Budget Amendment reducing the reserve fund and
adding funding to the Claims and Settlements Fund for the reimbursement of
legal fees (Gordon, TMM1, Friedman, TMM12)
• Warrant Article 5 Resolution urging the Select Board to reimburse the legal
fees of TMM Respondents (Anderson, Bassett, TMM6)
1b. Other Business - Discussion and Possible Vote on Chair Approval of Subcommittee
Minutes
This meeting is a public hearing. During the public hearing, members of the public will have an
opportunity to offer comments on items under consideration. The subcommittee also
welcomes written comments, which will be circulated to members of the subcommittee if they
are sent to the subcommittee chair and/or
[email protected] no later than 12 noon
on the day prior to the hearing.
Subcommittees of the Advisory Committee hold public hearings on any matter on which the
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:00
Police Commissioners Advisory Committee
Committee reviews subcommittees probing Brookline's BRIC membership
The Police Commissioners Advisory Committee is meeting to review the status of subcommittees tasked with investigating whether Brookline should remain a member of the Boston Regional Intelligence Center (BRIC). The subcommittees are examining BRIC operations, compliance, databases, and oversight as directed by the Article 25 Resolution from the May 26, 2026 Town Meeting. The meeting includes public comment and discussion of future topics.
- Status update on subcommittees investigating BRIC membership per Article 25 Resolution
- Subcommittee on BRIC operations: Scott Ananian & Kristine Knauf
- Subcommittee on BRIC compliance: Kimberly Richardson & Ron Wilkinson
- Subcommittee on BRIC databases: Scott Ananian & John Hilliard
- Subcommittee on BRIC oversight: Paul Yee & Nick Fetzer
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Virtual Meeting (Zoom)
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Ron Wilkinson, Co-Chair
Paul Yee, Co-Chair
C. Scott Ananian
Nick Fetzer
John Hilliard
Kristine L. Knauf
Kimberley Richardson
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Meeting ID: 165 395 3686
Police Commissioners Advisory Committee Agenda
Article 25 Motion Subcommittees
Zoom Only Meeting
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
PCAC Public Comment Policy
1. Convene Meeting
2. Introductions
2a. Voting Members
2b. Non-voting members
3. Public Comment - 3-Minute Limit
3a. Public Comment - please email
[email protected] before the meeting.
4. Status of PCAC Subcommittees established for the Article 25 Resolution of the May 26,
2026 Town Meeting that charged the PCAC with investigating whether Brookline should
remain a member of the Boston Regional Intelligence Center (BRIC), including these
specific investigative and analytical tasks:
4a. BRIC operations as per paragraph 4(1): Scott Ananian & Kristine Knauf
4b. BRIC compliance as per paragraph 4(2): Kimberly Richardson & Ron Wilkinson
4c. BRIC databases as per paragraph 4(3): Scott Ananian & John Hilliard
4d. Oversight of BRIC as per paragraph 4(4): Paul Yee & Nick Fetzer
5. Discussion of Future Topics and Agenda for Subcommittees
6. Adjourn
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:00
Advisory Committee
Advisory Committee to weigh bylaw change limiting investigations of Town Meeting members
The Human Services Subcommittee of the Advisory Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed bylaw amendment (WA 6) that would prevent legislative action by Town Meeting members from being the basis of any Town-initiated investigation or complaint. The subcommittee may vote on the amendment and also discuss and vote on approving subcommittee minutes.
- Public hearing on WA 6 to amend Section 2.1.11 of the General By-laws, adding Subsection H (sponsored by Lescohier, TMM11)
- Discussion and possible vote on the bylaw amendment
- Discussion and possible vote on chair approval of subcommittee minutes
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Susan Granoff, Chair
[email protected]
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Advisory Committee Agenda
Human Services Subcommittee Hearing
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
The public is invited to attend and participate. You can view and download the agenda, register
for the meeting using the Zoom joining link (if applicable), and access related documents on the
Town website when available.
1. Public Hearing
1a. Presentation, Discussion & Possible Vote on WA 6. Amend Section 2.1.11 of the
Town’s General By-laws by adding a Subsection H preventing legislative action by Town
Meeting members from being the foundation of any investigation or complaint initiated
by the Town (Lescohier, TMM11)
1b. Other Items - Discussion and Possible Vote on Chair Approval of Subcommittee Minutes
This meeting is a public hearing. During the public hearing, members of the public will have an
opportunity to offer comments on items under consideration. The subcommittee also
welcomes written comments, which will be circulated to members of the subcommittee if they
are sent to the subcommittee chair and/or
[email protected] no later than 12 noon
on the day prior to the hearing.
Subcommittees of the Advisory Committee hold public hearings on any matter on which the
Advisory Committee makes a recommendation to Town Meeting. Members of the public are
encouraged to participate in …
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 16:00
School Committee
Negotiations Subcommittee to discuss collective bargaining strategy
The Negotiations Subcommittee will meet on September 23, 2026, to approve minutes from the September 17, 2026, meeting. The subcommittee may enter executive session to discuss bargaining strategy and conduct collective bargaining sessions.
- Approval of minutes from September 17, 2026, meeting
- Proposed executive session regarding collective bargaining with Brookline Educators Union (BEU) Unit A, Unit B, and Paraprofessional Unit
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Negotiations Subcommittee:
Bob Weintraub, Chair
Danna Perry
Carolyn Thall
Join in-person (open session):
Walsh School Committee Meeting Room
Brookline Town Hall
333 Washington Street, 5th Floor
School Committee Agenda
Negotiations Subcommittee Meeting
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM
1. Approval of Minutes: September 17, 2026 Negotiations Subcommittee Meeting (open
session)
2. Proposed Executive Session
2a. Motion to meet in executive session, pursuant to Massachusetts General Law chapter
30(A), section 21(a), for the following purposes: purpose 3, to discuss strategy with
respect to collective bargaining with the Brookline Educators Union (BEU) Unit A, Unit B,
and Paraprofessional Unit, because an open meeting will have a detrimental effect on
the bargaining position of the Committee and the Chair so declares; and purpose 2, to
conduct a collective bargaining session with the BEU Unit A, Unit B, and
Paraprofessional Unit.
3. Adjournment
STATUTORY NOTICE OF THIS MEETING HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE TOWN CLERK.
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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 18:30
Transportation Board
Brookline board to vote on Lawrence School staff parking permit changes
The Transportation Board is meeting to discuss and take action on proposed updates to the Lawrence School Staff Permit Parking Program, which covers 116 staff permits on designated streets. The board will also consider corresponding parking regulation changes on those streets. This is a subcommittee meeting focused on the school's permit parking program.
- Proposed updates to 116 staff permits for Lawrence School on streets including Aspinwall Ave, Francis St, Harrison St, Kent Sq, Longwood Ave, Newell Rd, Perry St, Saint Paul St, Stearns Rd, and Toxteth St
- Authority for Transportation Division staff to reallocate permits among permitted streets as needed
- Parking regulation changes on the identified streets as part of the program changes
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Nancy Moore
Richard Murphy
In Person Only
Amos A. Lawrence School Library
Room 128
27 Francis St, Brookline, MA 02446
Transportation Board Agenda
Lawrence School Staff Permit Parking Program Subcommittee Meeting
Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 6:30 PM
1. (6:30 PM) - CALL TO ORDER
2. DISCUSSION AND/OR ACTION ITEMS
2a. 6:30 PM - DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON PROPOSED UPDATES TO THE LAWRENCE
SCHOOL STAFF PERMIT PARKING PROGRAM FOR 116 SCHOOL STAFF PERMITS ON
DESIGNATED STREETS, WITH AUTHORITY FOR TRANSPORTATION DIVISION STAFF TO
REALLOCATE PERMITS AMONG PERMITTED STREETS AS NEEDED.
• ASPINWALL AVE
• FRANCIS ST
• HARRISON ST
• KENT SQ
• LONGWOOD AVE
• NEWELL RD
• PERRY ST
• SAINT PAUL ST
• STEARNS RD
• TOXTETH ST
2b. 7:30 PM - DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON PARKING REGULATION CHANGES ON THE
STREETS IDENTIFIED IN ITEM 2A, AS A PART OF THE LAWRENCE SCHOOL PERMIT
PARKING PROGRAM CHANGES
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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 16:00
Pierce School Building Committee
Pierce School Building Committee reviews construction, budget, design
The Pierce School Building Committee will hold a construction site walk followed by a regular meeting to review building progress, schedule, quality, budget, and design updates. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the June 25, 2026 meeting and take public comment.
- Construction site walk at 4:00 PM, meeting at Brookline Town Hall, 333 Washington Street
- Regular meeting at 4:45 PM at Consigli Construction's site conference room, 62 Harvard Street, 3rd Floor
- Approve minutes from June 25, 2026 meeting
- Review construction updates: building progress, schedule, quality
- Budget and design updates
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Pierce School Building Committee Agenda
Construction Site Walk and Regular Meeting
Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM
At 4:00pm, the team will conduct a construction site walk. To join the site walk, meet at the
entrance to Brookline Town Hall, 333 Washington Street, no later than 4:00pm.
The site walk will be followed by a regular meeting of the Pierce School Building Committee.
This hybrid meeting is expected to begin at 4:45pm and will be held at Consigli Construction's
site conference room, 62 Harvard Street, 3rd Floor (elevator accessible). To join the meeting
remotely, use this Zoom link. Meeting ID: 165 959 0165; Meeting Passcode: zBS70mY7.
1. Approve Minutes: June 25, 2026 Pierce SBC Meeting
2. Construction Updates
2a. Building progress
2b. Schedule
2c. Quality
3. Budget Updates
4. Design Updates
5. New Business/Next Meeting
6. Public Comment
7. Adjournment (5:30pm)
• To read the Owner’s Project Manager (OPM) monthly report, click here.
• To read the weekly construction updates, click here.
• Meeting agendas and related presentations will be available here.
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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 19:00
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board to hear four cases including new home on Heath Street
The Brookline Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual public hearing on four zoning cases. The board will consider requests for a fence at a religious center, an enclosed deck with a basement ADU, a new single-family home on a vacant lot, and demolition of a carriage house for a garage. Public testimony will be taken during the hearing.
- 90-100 Bellingham Road: construct perimeter fence at Chabad Religious Center (Case 2026-000041)
- 47 Craftsland Road: enclose rear deck and add basement ADU (Case 2026-000035)
- 214 Heath Street: construct single-family dwelling on vacant lot (Case 2026-000036)
- 102 Dean Road: demolish carriage house and construct one-story garage (Case 2026-000037)
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Click Here to Register for Meeting
Or call: 669 254 5252
Virtual Guide for Applicants and the
Public
Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda
Virtual Public Hearing
M.G.L. Chapter 40A Cases
Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the
hearing.
1. Board of Appeals Cases (Address, Case Num., Precinct, Description)
1a. 90-100 Bellingham Road 2026-000041 Pct. 15
Construct perimeter fence at Chabad Religious Center
1b. 47 Craftsland Road 2026-000035 Pct. 15
Enclose deck in the rear and add a basement ADU.
1c. 214 Heath Street 2026-000036 Pct. 15
Construct a single-family dwelling on a vacant lot.
1d. 102 Dean Road 2026-000037 Pct. 14
Demolish existing carriage house and construct a one-story garage.
PUBLIC COMMENT FILES, PDFs, OR PRESENTATIONS: Advance submissions of files and
presentations are strongly encouraged. In an effort to ensure the Board has adequate time to
review materials, we ask that any additional documents such as written comment letters,
photos, files, or presentations be sent before the hearing to Cameron James at
[email protected]. Public testimony will be taken during the hearing as normal.
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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 18:00
Transportation Board
Brookline Transportation Board to vote on traffic calming for two neighborhoods
The Brookline Transportation Board will discuss and take action on the traffic calming process and specific streets proposed for traffic calming treatments. The agenda covers two neighborhoods: the Beals/Lawton Street neighborhood and the Hayes School neighborhood. Staff recommendations will be posted on the town website when available.
- Traffic calming discussion and action for Beals/Lawton Street neighborhood: Lawton, Thorndike, Coolidge, Fuller, Naples, and Beals Streets
- Traffic calming discussion and action for Hayes School neighborhood: Eliot Street, Ackers Avenue, Loveland Road, and Reservoir Road
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Remote via Zoom
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Jonathan Kapust
Len Wholey
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Meeting ID: 165 325 9152
Transportation Board Agenda
Regular Meeting
Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. 6:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER
2. DISCUSSION AND/OR ACTION ITEMS
2a. 2a. 6:30 PM - DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON TRAFFIC CALMING PROCESS AND STREETS
PROPOSED FOR TRAFFIC CALMING TREATMENTS
• Beals/Lawton Street neighborhood: Lawton Street, Thorndike Street, Coolidge Street,
Fuller Street, Naples Road, and Beals Street
• Hayes School neighborhood: Eliot Street, Ackers Avenue, Loveland Road, and
Reservoir Road
BOARD MEETING MATERIALS, INCLUDING STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS WILL BE MADE
AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC WHEN THEY ARE PROVIDED TO THE BOARD VIA THE TOWN
WEBSITE.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL MEMBERS OF THE BOARD ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY,
MEETINGS ARE BEING RECORDED AND POSTED TO THE BOARD’S WEBSITE, ALL TIMES ARE
APPROXIMATE, AND THE BOARD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CALL ITEMS OUT OF ORDER. WE
STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU ARRIVE VIRTUALLY AT LEAST 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE
TIME SHOWN ON THE AGENDA FOR YOUR ITEM OF INTEREST.
Transportation Board Webpage
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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 17:30
Advisory Committee
Brookline advisory hearing on union contracts postponed
This Advisory Committee Personnel Subcommittee hearing has been postponed and will be reposted when a new date is set. When it occurs, the subcommittee will hold a public hearing on Warrant Article 2, which concerns approval of collective bargaining agreements, and may vote on approving subcommittee minutes.
- Hearing postponed; new date to be announced
- WA 2: Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreements (Human Resources)
- Possible vote on chair approval of subcommittee minutes
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Remote Via Zoom & Room 111, Town Hall
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This hearing has been postponed.
It will be reposted and noticed when a
new date is found.
Advisory Committee Agenda
Personnel Subcommittee Hearing
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The public is invited to attend and participate. You can view and download the agenda, register
for the meeting using the Zoom joining link (if applicable), and access related documents on the
Town website when available.
1. Public Hearing
1a. Presentation, Discussion & Possible Vote on WA 2: Approval of Collective Bargaining
Agreements (Human Resources)
1b. Other Items - Discussion and Possible Vote on Chair Approval of Subcommittee Minutes
This meeting is a public hearing. During the public hearing, members of the public will have an
opportunity to offer comments on items under consideration. The subcommittee also
welcomes written comments, which will be circulated to members of the subcommittee if they
are sent to the subcommittee chair and/or
[email protected] no later than 12 noon
on the day prior to the hearing.
Subcommittees of the Advisory Committee hold public hearings on any matter on which the
Advisory Committee makes a recommendation to Town Meeting. Members of the public are
encouraged to participate in subcommittee public hearings if they wish to comment on any
item under deliberation by the subcommittee. All public comments become part of the public
record.
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:00
School Committee
Remote via Zoom
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:00
School Committee
Remote via Zoom
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 16:00
Preservation Commission
Zoom
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 17:00
School Committee
Brookline Town Hall, 6th Floor
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 17:30
Select Board
Select Board Hearing Room 6th Floor
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 17:30
Select Board
Select Board Hearing Room 6th Floor
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 18:00
School Committee
Brookline Town Hall, 5th Floor
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:30
Select Board
Select Board Hearing Room 6th Floor
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 16:00
Select Board
REMOTE MEETING
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:30
Select Board
Select Board Hearing Room 6th Floor
Recent meetings
Fri Sep 18, 2026 · 11:00
Indigenous Peoples Celebration Committee
Brookline Indigenous Peoples Committee to vote on minutes, plan celebration
The Indigenous Peoples Celebration Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive updates on an event featuring Amanda Peters and Vanessa Lillie and on a Massachusetts flag and seal resolution, and review marketing and programming for Indigenous Peoples Day. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major decisions or financial items listed.
- Vote on 9/4/2026 meeting minutes
- Update on Amanda Peters/Vanessa Lillie event
- Update on Massachusetts flag and seal resolution
- Indigenous Peoples Day marketing and programming updates
- Review of Indigenous Peoples Day run of show
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Virtual Meeting (Zoom)
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Kailey Bennett, Chair
Paul McLean, Vice Chair
Jody Leader, Co-Secretary
Shana Penna, Co- Secretary
David Brick
Katherine Florio
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Meeting ID: 165 711 3920
Indigenous People Celebration Committee Agenda
Zoom Meeting
Friday, September 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM
1. Open meeting and approve minutes
1a. Vote on 9/4/2026 meeting minutes
2. Updates
2a. Amanda Peters/Vanessa Lillie event
2b. Massachusetts flag and seal resolution
3. IPD Marketing & Programming updates
4. IPD run of show review
5. New Business
6. Next meeting/ possible date change
Indigenous People Celebration Committee Webpage
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 14:30
Housing Advisory Board
Discussion of Inclusionary Zoning cash-in-lieu fee schedule adjustments
The Inclusionary Zoning Subcommittee will hold a public meeting to continue discussions regarding recommended changes to the cash-in-lieu fee schedule. The agenda indicates a possible vote on this matter.
- Recommended adjustment to Inclusionary Zoning (I.Z.) cash-in-lieu fee schedule
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Roger Blood
Steve Heikin
Blair Hines
Carol Gladstone
Jonathan Klein
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Housing Advisory Board Agenda
Inclusionary Zoning Subcommittee
Public Meeting to be held remotely via Zoom
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Note that items may be taken out of order:
1. Recommended adjustment to Inclusionary Zoning (I.Z.) cash-in-lieu fee schedule —
Further discussion; possible vote
Housing Advisory Board Webpage
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 13:00
MLK Celebration Committee
MLK Committee to vote on mission statement, plan 2027 event
The Brookline MLK Celebration Committee is meeting to vote on minutes from its August 13, 2026 meeting and on an updated mission statement. Members will also meet Tammy Denease regarding 'Hidden Women,' receive updates on the MLK Event 2027, and discuss other business and the next meeting date.
- Vote on minutes from 08/13/2026 meeting
- Vote on updated mission statement
- Meet and greet Tammy Denease - Hidden Women
- Updates on MLK Event 2027
- Next meeting date discussed
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MLK Celebration Committee Agenda
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1. Meeting Opens and Vote on Minutes
Minutes for 08/13/2026 Meeting
1a. Minutes
2. Vote on Updated Mission Statement
3. Meet and Greet Tammy Denease- Hidden Women
4. Updates on MLK Event 2027
5. Other Business
6. Next Meeting Date Discussed
MLK Celebration Committee Webpage
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 16:00
School Committee
Negotiations Subcommittee to discuss collective bargaining strategy
The Negotiations Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from the August 31, 2026 meeting. The committee also proposes entering executive session to discuss bargaining strategy and conduct sessions with the Brookline Educators Union Unit A, Unit B, and Paraprofessional Unit.
- Approval of August 31, 2026, meeting minutes
- Proposed executive session regarding collective bargaining with BEU Unit A, Unit B, and Paraprofessional Unit
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Negotiations Subcommittee:
Bob Weintraub, Chair
Danna Perry
Carolyn Thall
Join in-person (open session):
Walsh School Committee Meeting Room
Brookline Town Hall
333 Washington Street, 5th Floor
School Committee Agenda
Negotiations Subcommittee Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 4:00 PM
1. Approval of Minutes: August 31, 2026 Negotiations Subcommittee Meeting (open
session)
2. Proposed Executive Session
2a. Motion to meet in executive session, pursuant to Massachusetts General Law chapter
30(A), section 21(a), for the following purposes: purpose 3, to discuss strategy with
respect to collective bargaining with the Brookline Educators Union (BEU) Unit A, Unit B,
and Paraprofessional Unit, because an open meeting will have a detrimental effect on
the bargaining position of the Committee and the Chair so declares; and purpose 2, to
conduct a collective bargaining session with the BEU Unit A, Unit B, and
Paraprofessional Unit.
3. Adjournment
STATUTORY NOTICE OF THIS MEETING HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE TOWN CLERK.
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:00
CDBG Advisory Committee
Brookline CDBG committee reviews FY 2026 CAPER and subrecipient updates
The CDBG Advisory Committee is holding a virtual public meeting to present and discuss the FY 2026 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), which details the Town's accomplishments and CDBG expenditures. Subrecipients will provide program updates, and the public can comment on the draft CAPER.
- Presentation of FY 2026 CAPER
- Overview of CDBG resources and expenditures
- Subrecipient program updates
- Public comment on draft CAPER
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Michael Rubenstein
Ericka Pierribia
Jennifer Segel
Suzanne Federspiel
Shawn K Oneal
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Meeting ID: 160 4405 6107
CDBG Advisory Committee Agenda
CAPER Virtual Public Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the
hearing.
1. Presentation of the FY 2026 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
(CAPER)
1a. Staff will provide an overview of the CAPER, including the Town’s accomplishments
during FY 2026 (FFY 2025) and an overview of CDBG resources and expenditures. CDBG
Advisory Q&A, discussion.
2. Subrecipient Program Updates
2a. Selected subrecipients will provide brief updates on program accomplishments and
outcomes, including key highlights, challenges, and lessons learned from FY 2026. CDBG
Advisory Q&A, discussion.
3. Public Comment on the Draft CAPER
3a. Members of the public will have an opportunity to provide comments and ask questions
regarding the FY 2026 (FFY 2025) CAPER. Staff may provide clarification or respond to
questions as appropriate. Comments requiring additional information or follow-up will
be addressed after the public hearing.
Members of the public will have an opportunity to provide comments and ask
questions regarding the FY 2026 (FFY 2025) CAPER.
4. Adjournment
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:30
Commission for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Community Relations
Diversity commission hears energy advocate, plans Brookline Day, advises town
The Brookline Commission for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Relations is meeting remotely to review past minutes, hear from the Town's Energy Advocate about how the commission can support energy work, and plan logistics for Brookline Day. Members will also discuss current issues the commission could advise the town on, including the school calendar and a warrant article accessibility pilot. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no votes on specific items listed.
- Presentation from Caroline Staudt, Town's Energy Advocate, on how CDEICR can support the work
- Discussion of Brookline Day logistics, including member attendance and table materials
- Discussion of current issues: School Calendar, Warrant Article Accessibility Pilot, and other topics
- Review of 8/20/2026 meeting minutes
- Public comment period
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Kevin T Mackenzie - Chair
Jessica Chicco
Chi Chi Wu
Alessia Contu
Zahriyannah Karakashian-Jones
Abdulkareem Suleiman- Student Laision
Kea van der Ziel
Philip Steigman
Victoria Fernandez
Masu Haque
Lt. David Hill - Police Liaison
Sarah Moghtader- School Committee
Liaison
Bernard Greene- Select Board Liaison
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Commission for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Relations Agenda
Remote Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
1. Roll Call - 1 minute
2. Land Acknowledgement - 2 minutes
3. Review of 8/20/2026 Minutes - 2 minutes
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3b. 08-20-2026 meeting minutes
4. Presentation from Caroline Staudt (Town's Energy Advocate) and Discussion of how the
CDEICR can support the work. 18 minutes
5. Discussion of Brookline Day Logistics (CDEICR members who will attend, materials for the
table. etc.) 10 minutes
6. Discussion of Current Issues and ways the CDEICR can advise the Town (I. School Calendar
2. Warrant Article Accessibility Pilot and 3. Other?) 15 minutes
7. Public Comment 5 minutes
8. New Business 2 minutes
9. Meeting Adjourned
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 19:00
Advisory Committee
Advisory Committee to discuss Town Moderator's Code of Conduct and Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Brookline Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting to discuss the Town Moderator's Code of Conduct and the 2026 Special Town Meeting Warrant. These are discussion items, not final decisions. The public can comment during the meeting or submit written comments in advance.
- Presentation and discussion of Town Moderator's Code of Conduct
- Discussion of 2026 Special Town Meeting Warrant
- Public comment period (5 minutes)
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Dennis Doughty, Chair
[email protected]
Harry K. Friedman, Vice Chair
[email protected]
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After registering, you will receive a
confirmation email with joining details.
Advisory Committee Agenda
Public Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM
1. Public Comment - 5 minutes
2. Public Meeting
2a. Presentation and Discussion — Town Moderator's Code of Conduct
2b. Discussion of the 2026 Special Town Meeting Warrant
2c. Other Business
3. ADJOURNMENT
The public is welcome to attend. You can view and download the agenda, register for the
meeting using the Zoom joining link, and access related documents on the Town Calendar when
available.
Public comment on matters specific to this Agenda is welcome only during the public comment
and hearing portion of the agenda. The Advisory Committee welcomes and recommends you
share written comments in advance, which will be circulated to members of the Committee if
received by
[email protected] no later than noon on the day of the meeting. All
public comments become part of the public record.
Further, Subcommittees of the Advisory Committee hold public hearings on all matters on
which the Advisory Committee makes a recommendation to Town Meeting. Members of the
public are encouraged to participate in subcommittee public hearings if they wish to comment
on any item under deliberation by the subcommittee. All public comments become part of the
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 19:30
Planning Board
Planning Board to review six zoning appeals, including a penthouse and a 3-to-5 unit conversion
The Brookline Planning Board is holding a public meeting to discuss six Chapter 40A zoning appeals referred from the Zoning Board of Appeals. These are tentative hearing dates for projects seeking zoning relief, including a penthouse addition, a fence height variance, an ADU, a new home, a garage, and a unit conversion. The board will also take public comment on matters not on the agenda.
- 1026 Commonwealth Avenue – construct a penthouse dwelling unit (hearing 10/8)
- 90-100 Bellingham Road (Chabad Center) – perimeter fence requiring height relief (9/24)
- 47 Craftsland Road – enclose rear deck and add a by-right basement ADU (9/24)
- 214 Heath Street – construct a single-family dwelling on a vacant lot (9/24)
- 15 Garrison Road – renovate and convert building from three to five units (10/8)
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Matt Hyatt - Chair
Andrea Brue - Clerk
Linda K. Hamlin
Steven A. Heikin
Blair Hines
Thomas Renkes
Mark J. Zarrillo
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Planning Board Agenda
Chapter 40A Cases Evening Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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1. Public Comment on Matters Not on the Agenda
2. Board of Appeals Cases
(Tentative Zoning Board of Appeals Hearing Date), relevant Precinct
2a. 1026 Commonwealth Avenue – Construct a penthouse dwelling unit. (10/8) Pct. 2
2b. 90-100 Bellingham Road (Chabad Center) – Install a perimeter fence requiring height
relief. (9/24) Pct. 15
2c. 47 Craftsland Road – Enclose rear deck and add a by right Basement ADU. (9/24) Pct.15
2d. 214 Heath Street – Construct a single-family dwelling on a vacant lot. (9/24) Pct. 15
2e. 102 Dean Road – Demolish existing carriage house and construct a one-story garage.
(9/24) Pct. 14
2f. 15 Garrison Road – Renovate and convert existing building from three to five units.
(10/8/) Pct. 12
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
School Committee
School Committee to vote on FY28 capital plan and vocational revolving fund
The Brookline School Committee will discuss and possibly vote on the FY28 Capital Improvements Program request, a proposal to create a revolving fund for career and technical education, and FY28 budget development dates. They will also discuss Driscoll School rooftop shading options and appoint community representatives to the Lincoln School Grounds Renovation Project Design Review Committee. The consent agenda includes change orders for the Pierce School project and acceptance of a $460,631 food security grant.
- Pierce School Building Project: Change Order No. 24, $34,416; Change Order No. 25, $9,504
- Acceptance of Food Security Infrastructure Grant from MA Dept. of Agricultural Resources, $460,631
- Discussion and possible vote on FY28 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) request
- Proposal to create revolving fund for Career and Technical Education/Vocational Education programs
- Appointment of two community representatives to Lincoln School Grounds Renovation Project Design Review Committee
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Brookline Town Hall, 5th Floor
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Danna Perry, Vice Chair
Laura Baines-Walsh
Suzanne Federspiel
Valerie Frias
Jesse Hefter
Faiza Khan
Sarah Moghtader
Carolyn Thall
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Brookline Town Hall
333 Washington Street, 5th Floor
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School Committee Agenda
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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page. All times are approximate.
1. PSB MOMENTS OF INSPIRATION (6:00 PM)
2. CONSENT AGENDA (6:05 PM)
2a. Past Records: August 26, 2026 School Committee Meeting
2b. Accounts Payable Reports: June 18, 2026; June 30, 2026; July 16, 2026; July 23, 2026;
July 30, 2026; August 6, 2026; August 13, 2026; August 20, 2026; August 27, 2026; and
September 3, 2026.
2c. Pierce School Building Project: Change Order No. 24, Miller Dyer Spears, Inc., $34,416.00
2d. Pierce School Building Project: Change Order No. 25, Miller Dyer Spears, Inc., $9,504.00
2e. Student Trip: BHS Spanish Language Trip to Spain, April, 2027
2f. Student Trip: BHS Kyoto Gaidi Nishi Exchange Program Trip to Japan, April, 2027
2g. Student Trip: Lawrence School 7th Grade, Farm School Field Trip, October, 2026
2h. Student Trip: Pierce School 7th Grade, Nature's Classroom, Swanzey, NH, November,
2026
2i. Acceptance of Gift: Gift from English Learner (EL) Teachers, in honor of Kay Polga,
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
Jack Kirrane Ice Skating Rink Design Review Committee
Brookline ice rink design committee to vote on design options
The Jack Kirrane Ice Skating Rink Design Review Committee is meeting virtually to continue its design review process. The committee will recap its second meeting, discuss the ice rink design, landscape design within the historic garden, and historic preservation, followed by public discussion and a vote on design option questions.
- Public discussion and vote on design option questions
- Ice rink design review
- Landscape design within historic garden
- Historic preservation considerations
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Clara Batchelor, Co-Chair
Jason Bowers, Co-Chair
Arisa Boit
Mark Zarrillo
Debbie Hatzieleftheriadis
Wadner Oge
Robert Franklin
Mary Dewart
Isabel Taube
Andrew Mullins
Ethan Yankowitz, Associate Member
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Jack Kirrane Ice Rink Design Review Committee Agenda
Virtual Zoom Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. 6:00 PM Welcome and Call Meeting to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Recap of DRC Meeting #2
4. Ice Rink Design
5. Landscape Design within Historic Garden
6. Historic Preservation
7. Public Discussion and Vote on Design Option questions
8. Next Steps for DRC Meeting #4
9. Adjourn
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:30
Transportation Board
Board to discuss Chestnut Hill Avenue concepts and new Bluebikes stations
The Transportation Board will consider several parking permit programs for Roland Hayes and Driscoll schools. Members will also discuss Chestnut Hill Avenue concepts and proposed Bluebikes station locations. Additionally, the board will review appointments for the Pedestrian Advisory Committee.
- Approval of 30 teacher parking permits for Roland Hayes School on various streets
- Approval of changes to the Driscoll School teacher parking permit program
- Discussion and action on Chestnut Hill Avenue concepts
- Discussion and action on proposed Bluebikes stations at Beacon St & Corey Rd and two other potential locations
- Discussion on the Climate Action Resiliency Plan
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Brian Kane, Chairperson
Jonathan Kapust, Vice Chairperson
Wendy Friedman
Nancy Moore
Len Wholey
Richard Murphy
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Transportation Board Agenda
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM
1. 6:30PM - CALL TO ORDER
2. 6:30PM - PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR ISSUES NOT ON THE AGENDA
*Ways to offer public comment include: a. Email the Board at
[email protected] no later than 4pm the day of the meeting and the
message will be shared with the board in advance of the meeting and included in the public
record b. Indicate at the beginning of the agenda item during the meeting, using the RAISE
HAND feature, that you would like to offer public comment and you can be elevated to
panelist to speak you must join using the computer audio and video feature so you can be
elevated to panelist when it is your turn to speak
3. 6:35PM - ACTION ON THE CONSENT AGENDA
3a. APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2026, MINUTES
3b. APPROVAL OF A ROLAND HAYES SCHOOL TEACHER PARKING PERMIT PROGRAM FOR 30
PERMITS ON DESIGNATED STREETS, WITH AUTHORITY FOR TRANSPORTATION DIVISION
STAFF TO REALLOCATE PERMITS AMONG PERMITTED STREETS AS NEEDED.
• Eliot St, Boylston St to Loveland Rd: 3 permits
• Eliot St, Loveland Rd to Dean Rd: 3 permits
• Eliot St, Dean St to Cleveland Rd: 4 permits
• Reservoir Rd, #215 to #183: 3 permits
• Fairway Rd: 3 permits
• Eliot Crescent: 4 permits
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 09:30
Select Board
Select Board to vote on liquor license changes and new eatery licenses
The Brookline Select Board will hold a licensing hearing to consider several alcohol-related license applications, including a change of category and manager for Miraku at 9 Babcock St., new common victualler licenses for Mola at 10 Cypress St. and Caliver Innovation at 1376A Beacon St., and alternate manager approvals for Barcelona and NETA. The board will also review calendar items, approve minutes, and handle miscellaneous licenses and contracts.
- Public hearing on Miraku's change from Wine and Malt to All-Alcohol Common Victualler, plus manager change from Ken Yee to Miho Owens and alternate manager Nobushiro Hagiya at 9 Babcock St.
- New Common Victualler/Entertainment/Outdoor Dining license for Mekonant Mola d/b/a Mola at 10 Cypress St., hours 11:30 AM-9:00 PM, 18 inside seats, no outdoor dining.
- New Common Victualler/Entertainment/Outdoor Dining license for Olivia Yan d/b/a Caliver Innovation, LLC at 1376A Beacon St., hours 11:00 AM-9:00 PM, 16 inside seats, no outdoor dining.
- Alternate Manager application for Madison McGinnis at Barcelona Brookline LLC d/b/a Barcelona #108, 1700 Beacon St.
- Alternate Manager application for Ethan Josiah Reyes at CDXX MA TransCo, LLC d/b/a NETA, 160 Washington St.
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Brookline Town Hall, Room 111, First Floor, Brookline Town Hall
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Michael Rubenstein – Vice Chair
Bernard W. Greene
Amanda Zimmerman
Anthony Buono
Charles Carey – Town Administrator
Select Board Licensing Hearing Room
Brookline Town Hall
333 Washington St. 1st Floor, Room 111
Brookline, MA 02445
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Select Board Agenda
Select Board Licensing Hearing Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 9:30 AM
1. Public Comment
Public Comment period for those who request to speak to the Panel regarding items that do
not have a public hearing. The panel will follow the Select Board's rules for public comment.
The full Policy is available at Brooklinema.gov/343/Select-Board
2. Calendar
Review and potential vote on Calendar Items.
3. Miscellaneous
Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts.
3a. Approval of Meeting Minutes for August 19, 2026
4. Change of Category/ Change of Manager/ Alternate Manager-9 Babcock Street- Public
Hearing
4a. Question of approving the application for a Change in Category for i-Collab X, Inc. d/b/a
Miraku from their surrendered Wine and Malt Common Victualler to an All-Alcohol
Common Victualler at 9 Babcock St.
Question of approving the application for a Change of Manager of Record from Ken Yee
to Miho Owens for i-Collab X, Inc. d/b/a Miraku at 9 Babcock St.
Question of approving the application for Alternate Manager Nobushiro Hagiya for i-
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 14:00
Community Preservation Act Committee
Housing Subgroup discusses joint statement with Housing Advisory Board
The CPA Committee Housing Subgroup will discuss a Joint Statement of Intent between the committee and the Housing Advisory Board (Affordable Housing Trust). The meeting also includes an announcement of upcoming full committee meeting dates.
- Report and discussion on the Joint Statement of Intent with the Housing Advisory Board
- Announcement of full committee meetings for October 19, November 9, and December 14
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Nancy Heller, Chair
David Lescohier, Vice-Chair
Clara Batchelor
Samuel Burrington
Andrea Brue
Susan Cohen
Steve Heikin
Mini Kolluri
Jean Woy
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Community Preservation Act Committee Agenda
Housing Subgroup
Virtual Public Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Please Note: While most CPA Committee meetings take public comment, subgroup meetings
such as this one do not. Please feel free to send any questions or comments ahead of time to:
[email protected]
1. Report & Discussion on the Joint Statement of Intent between the Community
Preservation Act Committee and the Housing Advisory Board (Affordable Housing Trust).
2. Upcoming Full Committee Meetings at 5:30 pm via Zoom: October 19, November 9,
December 14
3. Other Business, if any.
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 09:30
Trustees of Walnut Hills Cemetery
Cemetery trustees to vote on new lot rates and FY27 budget
The Trustees of Walnut Hills Cemetery will consider and possibly vote on new cemetery lot rates and the proposed FY2027 budget. They will also review meeting minutes, sign deeds, and receive updates on lot inventory, the master plan, software, and the caretaker residence.
- Possible vote on new cemetery lot rates, with 2024 rate schedule and 2026 worksheet
- Discussion and possible vote on proposed FY2027 cemetery fund budget
- Approval of April 29, 2026 meeting minutes and June 23, 2026 site walk minutes
- Update on inventory of available lots and master planning
- Status update on 96 Grove Street caretaker residence
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Virtual Meeting & In-Person @ Town Hall 333 Washington Street, Room 103
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Lisa Farber
Gerry Hayes
Thomas Johnson
Peggy Maguire
Joslin Ham Murphy
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Trustees of Walnut Hills Cemetery Agenda
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 9:30 AM
1. 9:30 AM - Approval of the April 29, 2026 Meeting Minutes and of the June 23, 2026 Site
Walk Minutes, and Signing of Deeds
1a. WHC Draft Meeting Minutes 4.29.26
1b. Draft WHC Site Walk Minutes 06.23.26
1c. WHC Trustees memo
2. 9:35 AM - Lot Rates: Continued Discussion of and Possible Vote on New Cemetery Lot
Rates
2a. 2024 Rate Schedule
2b. Land area analysis Sections 24, 21
2c. 2026 Worksheet for new Rates
3. 9:50 AM - Cemetery Funds: Reports and Budgeting, for Discussion and Possible Vote on
Proposed FY 2027 Budget
3a. Cemetery Fund Reports FY26 Year-end totals
3b. Cemetery Funds FY27 WHC Budget
3c. 03/04/2026 Proposal for annual funds review, and Town Counsel’s opinion on it
4. 10:00 PM - Chair Updates
4a. Inventory of available lots: progress report; relation to master planning
5. 10:10 PM - Staff Updates
5a. Cemetery master plan update
• CPA funding application status
• Cemetery fund TW23 option
5b. Cemetery software
5c. 96 Grove Street caretaker residence status
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 10:00
Medical Panel
Medical Panel to vote on reimbursing retired police and firefighter medical expenses
The Brookline Medical Panel will convene in a remote Zoom meeting to consider reimbursement of medical expenses submitted by retired Town Police Officers and Firefighters under M.G.L. c. 41 §100B. The meeting will open briefly, then move into executive session to discuss exempt medical information and vote on approving minutes and reimbursements.
- Vote to move into executive session under G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1)
- Review and possible vote to approve previous meeting minutes
- Review and possible vote to reimburse retired police and firefighters for medical expenses
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Padraic Lydon, Chair Retirement
Jane Tavolieri, Medical Panel Clerk
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Medical Panel Agenda
Remote Zoom Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM
In accordance with M.G.L. c. 41 §100B, the Medical Panel will convene to consider
reimbursement of certain medical expenses submitted by retired Town Police Officers and
Firefighters.
1. Open Session
Introduction, then move to Executive Session. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss
medical information that is exempt from public disclosure.
1a. Open Session Introduction then move to Executive Session, the purpose of this meeting
is to discuss medical information that is exempt from public disclosure.
2. Executive Session
2a. a. Vote to move into Executive Session under G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1) to discuss the
physical condition or mental health of an individual, for the purpose of considering
submissions by retired Town Police Officers and Firefighters pursuant to M.G.L. c. 41, s.
100B, for indemnification of medical-related expenses they incurred arising from the
condition for which they were retired.
b. Review and possible vote to approve previous meeting minutes.
c. Review and possible vote to reimburse retired Town Police Officers and Firefighters
for medical expenses they submitted for indemnification.
d. Vote to conclude Executive Session and end the meeting.
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 17:00
School Committee
School Committee proposes executive session regarding union grievance
The School Committee will consider a motion to enter executive session. The proposed session involves strategy and collective bargaining related to a Brookline Educators Union Unit A grievance.
- Motion for executive session regarding BEU Unit A grievance
- Strategy session for negotiations with Brookline Educators Union Unit A
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Danna Perry, Vice Chair
Laura Baines-Walsh
Suzanne Federspiel
Valerie Frias
Jesse Hefter
Faiza Khan
Sarah Moghtader
Carolyn Thall
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School Committee Agenda
Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
1. PROPOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION
1a. Motion to meet in executive session, pursuant to Massachusetts General Law chapter
30A, section 21(a), for the following purposes: purpose 3, to conduct a strategy session
in preparation for negotiations with the Brookline Educators Union Unit A (Grievance), if
an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position
of the Committee and the Chair so declares; and purpose 2, to conduct a collective
bargaining session with the BEU Unit A (Hearing on Grievance).
2. ADJOURNMENT
STATUTORY NOTICE OF THIS MEETING HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE TOWN CLERK.
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 08:30
Planning Board
Planning Board reviews two sign/facade cases in Brookline
The Brookline Planning Board is holding a morning meeting to review two sign and facade applications. The board will consider a proposal for new awnings, window graphics, and a hanging sign at 428 Harvard Street, and a new facade sign at 1706 Beacon Street. Public comment on non-agenda matters is also scheduled.
- 428 Harvard Street (The Butcherie): install eight awnings, eight window graphics, two door graphics, and an internally illuminated hanging sign
- 1706 Beacon Street (former Sanela Salon): install a new stud mounted facade sign for Eleven Eleven Salon & Spa
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Andrea Brue - Clerk
Blair Hines
Linda K. Hamlin
Steven A. Heikin
Thomas Renkes
Mark J. Zarrillo
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Sign/Facade Morning Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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1. Public Comment on Matters Not on the Agenda
2. Sign/Façade Review Cases
2a. 428 Harvard Street – (The Butcherie) Install eight new awnings, eight window graphics,
two door graphics, and an internally illuminated hanging sign.
2b. 1706 Beacon Street – (Former Sanela Salon) Install a new stud mounted façade sign for
Eleven Eleven Salon & Spa.
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 17:00
Tree Planting Committee
Committee to hear proposed shade tree removal at 264 Washington St
The Brookline Tree Planting Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed removal of a public shade tree at 264 Washington Street, then review the Front Yard Tree Program, discuss a partnership with the Brookline Housing Authority, and consider a nesting bird protection policy. The meeting also includes public comment and updates on fall planting plans.
- Public hearing on proposed shade tree removal at 264 Washington Street
- Review of Front Yard Tree Program and Pleasant St campaign
- Discussion of partnership with Brookline Housing Authority
- Nesting bird protection policy discussion
- Harvard Street tree planting update
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Elizabeth Erdman
Pamela Templer
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Tree Planting Committee Agenda
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
1. 5:00 PM – Call the Meeting to Order and Approval of the March 10, 2026 Minutes
1a. 3.10.26 Draft Meeting Minutes
2. 5:05 PM – Hearing for proposed Public Shade Tree removal at 264 Washington Street
3. 5:20 PM – Public Comment
4. 5:30 PM – Review Front Yard Tree Program, Pleasant St campaign, and recent applications
5. 5:40 PM – Discuss FYT partnership with the Brookline Housing Authority
6. 5:45 PM – Nesting bird protection policy
7. 5:50 PM – Harvard Street tree planting
8. 5:55 PM – Town Updates and Fall planting plans
9. 6:00 PM – Adjourn
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:15
Select Board
Select Board to vote on $4M rehab of senior housing at 99 Kent Street
The Brookline Select Board will hold a work session to discuss and vote on several items, including a $4 million allocation from the Affordable Housing Trust for the rehabilitation of senior rental housing at 99 Kent Street, a new fire station design contract, and a lease for dump trucks and an excavator. The board will also review the warrant for the November Special Town Meeting and hold a public hearing on several warrant articles. The agenda includes both action items and discussion topics.
- Authorize $4,000,000 from Affordable Housing Trust for rehab and 99-year affordability extension at 99 Kent Street
- Approve $2,529,462 contract to Shwartz/Silver for design of new fire station at 49 Babcock Street
- Approve $1,026,077.17 lease with KS StateBank for five dump trucks and one excavator
- Approve temporary liquor licenses for Greek Festival at 162 Goddard Ave and wedding at Larz Anderson Auto Museum
- Appoint Holly Sullivan as Temporary Treasurer and approve hiring of police officers and finance director
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Michael Rubenstein – Vice Chair
Bernard W. Greene
Amanda Zimmerman
Anthony Buono
Charles Carey – Town Administrator
Ouimet Room, Brookline Golf Course
1218 W Roxbury Parkway
Chestnut Hill, MA
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Select Board Agenda
Work Session
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 9:15 AM
Revised agenda: term lengths added to items 3h and 10a; item 3l added.
1. (9:15 AM) Open Session
1a. Question of entering into Executive Session for the purpose stated in item two (2), and
to reconvene in Open Session.
2. (9:15 AM) Executive Session
2a. Executive session, pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6) ("Purpose 6"), for the purpose of
considering the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, specifically the
Coolidge Corner Theatre (property located at 280-290 Harvard Street).
3. (9:45 AM) Miscellaneous
Approval of miscellaneous items, licenses, and contracts.
3a. Question of approving the following meeting minutes:
September 8, 2026
3b. Question of accepting a gift or grant, pursuant to G.L. c. 44, § 53A½, from the owner of,
or another party of interest to, 26 Pleasant Street for the purposes of an independent
third-party review, by a reviewer chosen by the Town, of the owner’s fiscal impact
report for their proposed redevelopment of 26 Pleasant Street, consistent with Warrant
Articles 15 and 16 of this November’s Special Town Meeting.
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:30
Select Board
Select Board Hearing Room 6th Floor
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:30
Planning Board
Design Advisory Team review of 654 - 678 Brookline Avenue development
The Design Advisory Team will meet to discuss a proposed 12-story mixed-use building at 654 - 678 Brookline Avenue. The meeting includes an applicant's response to concerns raised during the July 21st meeting regarding the project.
- Proposed 12-story mixed-use building with 154 dwelling units
- Project includes approximately 50% micro-units
- Ground floor features 3,780 s.f. of retail space and resident uses
- Proposal for a 50’ wide portal for future drainage access and multi-modal transit
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Andrea Brue - Clerk
Blair Hines
Linda K. Hamlin
Steven A. Heikin
Thomas Renkes
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Planning Board Agenda
Design Advisory Team Meeting on 654 - 678 Brookline Avenue
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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1. Applicant’s Response to Concerns and Requests Raised by DAT at Its July 21st DAT
Meeting on Proposed Development at 654 - 678 Brookline Avenue
A proposal to construct a 12 story mixed-use building with 154 dwelling units,
approximately 50% micro-units. Ground floor (3,780 s.f.) will be retail space, entry lobby,
and other resident uses. Nineteen parking spaces on 2nd floor via adjacent Hilton Garden
Inn. Part of the building would have a 50’ wide portal for future access to drainage structure
and serve as a pedestrian,car, and bicycle access between Brookline Avenue and River
Road. (Pct. 4)
2. DAT Member Questions And Comments
3. Public Questions And Comments
4. Next Meeting
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
Park & Recreation Commission
Larz Anderson landscape report discussed at Park & Rec meeting
The Brookline Park and Recreation Commission is holding an informational meeting on the Larz Anderson Cultural Landscape Report. The agenda covers project schedule updates, preservation analysis, guiding principles, treatment recommendations, and priority projects. Public comment is available at the start of the meeting for topics not on the agenda.
- Larz Anderson Cultural Landscape Report informational meeting
- Preservation analysis and evaluation discussion
- Guiding principles and treatment recommendations
- Priority projects review
- Public comment period (2-minute limit)
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Virtual Meeting (Zoom)
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Clara Batchelor, Chair
Carol Caro
Michael O'Connor
Jane Flanagan
Debbie Hatzieleftheriadis
Lauren Bernard
Rory Hallowell, Associate Member
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Park and Recreation Commission Agenda
Larz Anderson Cultural Landscape Report Informational Meeting
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. Project schedule update
2. Summary of last meeting
3. Period plans
4. Preservation analysis & evaluation
5. Guiding principles & treatment recommendations
6. Priority projects
7. Open discussion
8. Next steps
9. Adjourn
Please Note: At the beginning of each Park and Recreation Commission Meeting there is an
opportunity for public comment related to any park or recreation topic. These comments
should address a topic not included on the agenda or those items on the agenda that do not
have public comment included as part of the agenda item. You will have a maximum of two
minutes to share your comments. If you do not have the opportunity to speak during the
allotted time, please submit your comments in writing to the Park and Recreation Commission
at
[email protected]
Park & Recreation Commission Webpage
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
Fisher Hill West Uses Advisory Committee
Fisher Hill West committee to hear Stantec study update, pool advocates
The Fisher Hill West Uses Advisory Committee is holding a virtual public meeting to discuss the future of town-owned lots at 110, 124, 150 Fisher Avenue and 146 Hyslop Road. The agenda includes an update on Stantec's study work and planned community engagement, plus a presentation from outdoor-pool advocates. Public comment is allowed at the chair's discretion.
- Status update on Stantec's study and community engagement activities
- Presentation from Outdoor-Pool Advocates
- Town-owned lots at 110, 124, 150 Fisher Avenue and 146 Hyslop Road
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Virtual Public Meeting (Zoom)
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Chair Bernard Greene
George Cole
Caryl Goodman
Steven Heikin
Pamela Lodish
Carlos Ridruejo
Michael Roper
Michael Sandman
Steve Sousa
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Meeting ID: 160 998 9802
Fisher Hill West Uses Advisory Committee Agenda
Virtual Public Meeting
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Note: Fisher Hill West pertains to Town-Owned lots at 110, 124, 150 Fisher Avenue and 146
Hyslop Road
1. Status of Stantec’s work on the study and planned community engagement activities
2. Presentation from Outdoor-Pool Advocates
3. Other business, if any
4. Public comment for the noticed topic, at the discretion of the Chair as time permits
Resources Below:
• Fisher Hill West Uses Advisory Committee Webpage
• Staff Contact:
[email protected]
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
Economic Development Advisory Board
EDAB discusses Centre Street lots subcommittee and Fall Town Meeting articles
The Economic Development Advisory Board will discuss forming an ad-hoc subcommittee for the Centre Street Lots Planning and Development. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Fall Town Meeting warrant articles and various staff updates.
- Possible vote to form the Centre Street Lots Planning and Development Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
- Discussion of Fall Town Meeting Warrant Article List
- Review of Moderator's Committee on Exterior Lighting Draft Warrant Article
- Updates on 1280-1330 Boylston Street Design Advisory Team
- Chestnut Hill Commercial Area Study debrief status update
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Anne Meyers, Chair
Sandi Silk, Vice Chair
Mark Barer
Derrick Choi
Alan Christ
George Cole
Lily Kaufman
Ken Lewis
Tom Nally
Marilyn Newman
Al Raine
Zeina Talje
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Meeting ID: 161 559 2557
Economic Development Advisory Board Agenda
Zoom Meeting
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
1. 7:00 PM Welcome
2. 7:00 PM Approval of Meeting Minutes
2a. Approval of August 3, 2026 Meeting Minutes
3. 7:05 PM EDAB Centre Street Lots Planning and Development Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
3a. Continued Discussion and Possible Vote to Form the Ad-Hoc Subcommittee
4. 7:15 PM Fall Town Meeting Warrant Article Discussion
4a. Fall Town Meeting Warrant Article List
5. 7:45 PM Moderator's Committee on Exterior Lighting Draft Warrant Article
6. 8:15 PM Board Updates
6a. Comprehensive Plan
6b. Bridle Path
6c. 1280-1330 Boylston Street Design Advisory Team Staff Updates
7. 8:30 PM Staff Updates
7a. Wayfinding
7b. Economic Development Staffing Update
7c. Chestnut Hill Commercial Area Study Debrief Status Update
7d. Economic Development/Transportation Divisions Coordination Update
8. 8:50 PM Other Business, If Any
9. 9:00 PM Adjourn
Economic Development Advisory Board Webpage
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
Brookline planning panel to continue discussing thematic opportunities map
The Brookline Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is holding a hybrid meeting to continue its discussion of the Thematic Opportunities Map, a key element of the town's comprehensive planning effort. The agenda includes public comment at the start and adjournment after the discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Continued discussion of Thematic Opportunities Map
- Public comment period at 7:00 PM (3-minute limit per speaker)
- Hybrid meeting at Town Hall Room 111 and via Zoom
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Hybrid Meeting (Town Hall, 1st Floor - Room 111 and by ZOOM)
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Paul Warren, Chair
Select Board Representative
Linda Hamlin,
Planning Board Representative
Al Raine
Annie Finkenbinder
Betsy Pollock
Carol Gladstone
David Lyons O’Connor
Janice Kahn
Kathleen Scanlon
Linda Olson Pehlke, Vice Chair
Liz Linder
Susan Podziba
Lun Ning
Marissa Cheng
Maxim Sheinin
Richard Myles Murphy
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Meeting ID: 165 171 6209
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Agenda
Hybrid Meeting (Town Hall, 1st Floor - Room 111 and by ZOOM)
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
1. 7:00 Welcome & Public Comment
2. 7:10 Continued Discussion of Thematic Opportunities Map
3. 9:00 Adjournment
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related to any Comprehensive Planning topic. These comments should address a topic not
included on the agenda or those items on the agenda that do not have public comment
included as part of the agenda item. Speakers will have a maximum of three minutes to share
your comments. Public comments can also be submitted in writing to Jacob Collins
at
[email protected]
As a meeting of a public body, open meeting law is applicable. Requests for materials,
recordings, or minutes may be directed to Jake Collins, Community Planner,
at
[email protected].
Items on the agenda may be discussed out of order with the chair’s approval.
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Webpage
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
Advisory Council of Public Health
Public hearing on West Nile, EEE, kratom, nicotine-free generation
The Brookline Advisory Council of Public Health is holding a public hearing and hybrid meeting to discuss public health updates and policies. Items include updates on West Nile Virus and EEE, a presentation on the Council on Aging needs assessment, a renters handbook, and policy discussions on kratom and a nicotine-free generation. The meeting also includes introductions, reorganization, public comment, and approval of minutes.
- Updates on West Nile Virus and EEE
- Presentation on Brookline COA Needs Assessment results
- Renters Handbook 2026-2027
- Policy discussion on kratom
- Policy discussion on Nicotine Free Generation
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11 PIERCE ST, BROOKLINE
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
11 Pierce Street, Brookline
Telephone: (617) 730-2300
Fax: (617) 730-2296
BrooklineMA.gov/health
Public Health Library, 11 Pierce Street,
2nd Floor (PH Library)
Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 165 401 4068
Advisory Council of Public Health Agenda
Public Hearing
Hybrid Meeting: Zoom Meeting and In-Person
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. Introduction of New Members
2. Reorganization
3. Announcements
4. Public Comment
5. Updates on West Nile Virus and EEE
6. Presentation on COA Needs Assessment Results
6a. Brookline COA Needs Assessment
7. Renter’s Handbook
7a. Renters Handbook 2026-2027
8. Fall 2026 Town Meeting
9. Policy
9a. Kratom
9b. Nicotine Free Generation
10. Approval of Minutes
10a. June 15th, 2026 Minutes
11. Director’s and Division Reports
11a. September 2026 Report
Advisory Council of Public Health Webpage
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
Community Preservation Act Committee
Brookline CPA Committee to discuss open space policy and joint statement
The Brookline Community Preservation Act Committee is holding a virtual public meeting to discuss a draft Open Space & Recreation Project Policy and a joint statement of intent with the Housing Advisory Board. The committee will also review its monthly project monitoring report and consider FY28 project eligibility submissions and fall community engagement plans.
- Draft Open Space & Recreation Project Policy
- Draft CPAC Open Space Restrictions Policy
- CPAC-HAB Joint Statement of Intent
- CPA Projects Monthly Monitoring Report
- FY28 Project Eligibility Submissions
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Virtual Public Meeting (Zoom)
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Nancy Heller, Chair
David Lescohier, Vice-Chair
Clara Batchelor
Samuel Burrington
Andrea Brue
Susan Cohen
Steve Heikin
Mini Kolluri
Jean Woy
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Meeting ID: 165 428 1985
Community Preservation Act Committee Agenda
Virtual Public Meeting
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Please Note: Feel free to send any questions or comments ahead of time to:
[email protected]
1. Welcome Jean Woy & Introductions
2. Approval of minutes
2a. August 10, 2026
3. Discuss Draft Open Space & Recreation Project Policy
3a. Draft CPAC Open Space Restrictions Policy LS v2 09.09.26
4. CPAC-HAB Joint Statement of Intent
4a. Brookline HAB and CPA Joint SOI draft clean 05.07.26 draft 6a
5. CPA Projects Monthly Monitoring Report
5a. Brookline CPA Project Monitoring Report - Portfolio Status Update 09.08.26
6. Upcoming Meetings, all at 5:30 pm via zoom: October 19, November 9, December 14
7. Other Updates
7a. FY28 Project Eligibility Submissions
7b. CPAC Fall Community Engagement
8. Other Business, if any
More information about the CPA Committee and CPA funding available online.
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 16:00
Town / School Partnership Committee
Brookline Town/School Committee to discuss FY2027 budget amendment
The Town/School Partnership Committee will meet remotely to discuss a Fiscal Year 2027 budget amendment, shared services and memorandums of agreement, and an update on the Pierce School Building Project. The agenda includes presentations and discussions on these topics, with no final votes scheduled.
- Presentation and discussion of Fiscal Year 2027 budget amendment
- Discussion of topics highlighted by the Expenditures & Revenues Study Committee
- Discussion on Town-School shared services and memorandums of agreement
- Report and discussion on progress of the Pierce School Building Project
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Remote via Zoom
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David Pearlman – Chair
Michael Rubenstein
Bob Weintraub
Jesse Hefter
Dennis Doughty
Cliff Brown
Charles Carey – Town Administrator
Bella Wong – Superintendent of
Schools
Online via Zoom
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Meeting ID: 165 493 0221
Town/School Partnership Committee Agenda
Remote Meeting
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM
1. Roll Call
2. Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
2a. Presentation and discussion of Fiscal Year 2027 budget amendment
3. Shared Services and MOUs
3a. Discussion of topics highlighted by the Expenditures & Revenues Study Committtee
3b. Discussion on Town-School shared services and memorandums of agreement
4. Pierce School Building Project Update
4a. Report and discussion on progress of the Pierce School Building Project
5. Other Business
5a. Town-School Partnership Meeting Schedule
Town/School Partnership Committee Webpage
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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 15:00
Brookline Commission for the Arts
Brookline Commission for the Arts regular meeting on September 10, 2026
The Brookline Commission for the Arts will hold a regular meeting to review minutes and the Treasurer's Report. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Brookline Day and grantee reception and outreach.
- Welcome new members
- Minutes review and approval
- Treasurer's Report
- Brookline Day discussion
- Grantee Reception and Outreach
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Andy Dean (Chair)
Alice Meadows (Treasurer)
Fran Charnas
Melissa MacQuarrie
Tania Schlatter
Katha Seidman
Stan Trecker
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Brookline Commission for the Arts Agenda
Regular Meeting
Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM
1. Welcome New Members
2. Minutes Review and Approval
3. Treasurer's Report
4. Brookline Day
5. Grantee Reception and Outreach
6. Any Other Business
Brookline Commission for the Arts Webpage
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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 19:00
Bicycle Advisory Committee
Bicycle Advisory Committee to vote on Harvard Street memo
The Brookline Bicycle Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on a final draft memorandum regarding Harvard Street, and to receive updates on several bike and pedestrian improvement projects. The agenda includes a vote on the Harvard Street memo and presentations on Brookline Avenue, Carlton and Colchester, and Chestnut Hill Avenue.
- Vote on Final Draft Transportation Board Harvard Street memorandum
- Brookline Avenue Mill and Overlay Overview
- Carlton and Colchester Bike and Pedestrian Improvements
- Chestnut Hill Avenue Update
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✓ Decided: Committee approved final draft Harvard Street Memorandum
The Bicycle Advisory Committee passed a memorandum regarding the Transportation Board's Harvard Street plan. The committee also reviewed updates on Brookline Avenue, Carlton and Colchester improvements, and Chestnut Hill Avenue configurations, but took no votes on those items.
- Approved final draft Transportation Board Harvard Street Memorandum (4-1-1)
Town Hall, room 408; or
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Jan Preheim - Chair
Tobias Sillman - Vice Chair
Todd MacFaddon - Secretary
Mrudula Donepudi
Anthony Ishak
Robert Miller
Jonathan Zoll
Town Hall, room 408; or
Hybrid via Zoom
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Meeting ID: 165 816 0008
Bicycle Advisory Committee Agenda
Hybrid Meeting
Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
1. Call to order and introductions
2. Discussion and/or Action Items
2a. Vote on Final Draft Transportation Board Harvard Street memorandum
2b. Brookline Avenue Mill and Overlay Overview — Rob Guptill
2c. Carlton and Colchester Bike and Pedestrian Improvements — Rob Guptill
2d. Chestnut Hill Avenue Update — Rob Guptill
2e. Brief Member Updates
Bicycle Advisory Committee Webpage
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Brookline Bicycle Advisory Committee
Regular Meeting Minutes
Town Hall, Room 408, or Hybrid via Zoom
Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Committee Members:
Jan Preheim – Chair
Toby Sillman – Vice Chair
Todd MacFadden – Secretary
Mrudula Donepudi
Anthony Ishak
Robert Miller
Jonathan Zoll
Call to Order: 7:05 p.m.
Committee Members Present for Entire Meeting: Todd MacFadden, Jan Preheim, Toby
Sillman (remote), Robert Miller, Anthony Ishak
Committee Members Present for Part of the Meeting: Mrudula Donepudi (arrived
approximately 7:40 p.m.; present through adjournment); Jonathan Zoll (remote, 7:00 p.m. to
approximately 8:00 p.m.)
1. Vote on Final Draft Transportation Board Harvard Street Memorandum —
Passed
Roll Call Vote:
Jan Preheim – Yes
Toby Sillman – Abstain
Todd MacFadden – Yes
Mrudula Donepudi – Not present for vote
Anthony Ishak – Yes
Robert Miller – No
Jonathan Zoll – Yes
Motion carried, 4–1–1 (1 not present).
2. Brookline Avenue Mill and Overlay Overview — Robert Guptill
Guptill shared that the Brookline Avenue project will be delayed until 2028 due to utility
companies needing to complete major work along the road.
There was a brief discussion of the two-way cycle track beginning at Aspinwall Avenue. Concern
was expressed about the bicycle connection at the southern end of Brookline Avenue, where
cyclists approaching Route 9 are directed into the travel lane. There was also discussion of the
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $4.1M | FEROMICS INC Department of Health and Human Services · ARPA-H SBIR TOPIC 04- IVD DEVICE FOR PATIENT IMMUNE PROFILING AND PERS |
| $1.8M | SAFEFLIGHTS, INC. Department of Defense · SBIR PHII AWARD READINESS SPARES PACKAGE (RSP) OPTIMIZATION AFWERX TOP |
| $1.7M | STATE OF PLACE INC Department of Transportation · FY26 PHASE II AWARD WITH STATE OF PLACE UNDER TOPIC AI FOR TRANSPORTAT |
| $1.2M | FRAUNHOFER USA INC Department of Defense · ESTCP PROJECT EW19-5095 |
| $1.0M | BRIGHAM & WOMENS PHYSICIAN ORGANIZATION, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · IGF::CL::IGF TELERADIOLOGY SERVICES AFTER HOURS |
| $1.0M | HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS, LLC Department of Health and Human Services · DA NEEDS A CUSTOMIZED VERSION OF THE KLICK GROUP'S GUARDRAIL SOFTWARE. |
| $899,966 | GEARJUMP TECHNOLOGIES LLC Department of Defense · 873AUTHORITY |
| $792,131 | SAFEFLIGHTS, INC. Department of Defense · THIS ORDER IS TO FUND THE BASE YEAR FOR THE SEHT CONTRACT TO MAINTAIN, |
| $599,536 | SAFEFLIGHTS, INC. Department of Defense · THE OBJECTIVE OF THIS PHASE II EFFORT IS TO ADAPT THE COMMERCIALLY VAL |
| $587,561 | FRAUNHOFER USA INC Department of Defense · AWARD OF ESTCP PROJECT EW23-7876. TITLE: MANAGED BACNET - INTEROPERA |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Norfolk County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-2,374 people (-$590.2M net AGI · 2023)
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments20,745 (337,287 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,711/mo (1,217 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy11.0% (low numeracy 17% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$408.7M
Spending$471.6M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$462.2M
Debt-to-revenue1.13×
Debt-load index77 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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