Brookline Select Board Addresses Equity Concerns and Approves Extended Hours for Local Restaurant

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Brookline Select Board tackled issues regarding local governance and community engagement, including concerns about equity in zoning decisions and the approval of extended operating hours for a local restaurant. The board also navigated discussions on sanitation services and public trust, emphasizing the need for transparency and inclusivity across town processes.

Brookline Select Board Faces Controversy in Planning Board Candidacy Amid Community Concerns

Overview: During the Brookline Select Board meeting on January 7, 2025, community issues were addressed, ranging from the tragic loss of a local family due to carbon monoxide poisoning to the contentious candidacy of Robert Shon for the planning board. The meeting also covered topics such as traffic safety concerns, emergency management strategies, and the potential development of town-owned properties.

Brookline Select Board Grapples with Lodging Houses and Cannabis Licensing Issues

Overview: In a recent Brookline Select Board meeting, multiple issues were discussed, with the management and licensing of lodging houses and cannabis businesses emerging as notable topics. The board addressed community concerns about the Pine Street Inn, which operates several lodging houses in Brookline. Residents voiced frustration over management issues, including insufficient oversight and ongoing violations of town regulations. The board also deliberated on social equity and advertising practices within the cannabis industry, emphasizing the need for more diverse ownership structures and compliance with local advertising standards.

Brookline Select Board Grapples with Lodging Houses and Cannabis Licensing Issues

Brookline Select Board Grapples with Financial Challenges and Policy Changes

Overview: In a recent Brookline Select Board meeting, officials tackled critical financial challenges and debated policy changes, focusing on budget sustainability, infrastructure needs, and potential new discrimination protections. Key discussions centered on financial forecasts, the management of free cash, debt service implications, and a proposed policy amendment that would add criminal records as a protected class against discrimination.