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- 4/29/25
- 04/29/2025
- 195 Minutes
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Overview: The Brookline Select Board meeting on April 29, 2025, was marked by discussions on a proposed bylaw to ban the sale of foie gras and strategies to manage the town’s school budget deficit. These topics garnered attention due to their potential impact on local businesses and educational services. The board also addressed a variety of other issues, including the recognition of Taiwanese American Heritage Week, the redesign of the town’s website, and several warrant articles.
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- Norfolk County
- 4/15/25
- 04/15/2025
- 378 Minutes
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Overview: The Brookline Select Board meeting on April 15, 2024, centered on the proposal of a new bylaw to streamline the process for individuals with disabilities seeking housing accommodations. The meeting also addressed budgetary concerns, including school department funding and the town’s capital improvement projects.
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- Norfolk County
- 4/8/25
- 04/08/2025
- 344 Minutes
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Overview: The Brookline Select Board meeting on April 8, 2025, centered on urgent financial challenges within the public school system and a proposal to ban foie gras. Educators, union leaders, and residents voiced concerns about looming budget cuts that threaten essential educational services and the potential departure of skilled staff. Simultaneously, the board grappled with ethical considerations surrounding animal welfare and local business impacts related to the proposed foie gras ban.
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- Norfolk County
- 4/1/25
- 04/01/2025
- 338 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Brookline Select Board meeting, attention was given to the proposed bicycle network implementation plan, with discussions about its implications, costs, and the necessity of comprehensive community engagement. The contract, valued at $118,518 with KDSON and Associates, aims to create a strategic guide for future bike improvements, yet it has sparked debate over its focus and execution, particularly in light of the recent Chestnut Hill Avenue project, which faced criticism for inadequate community consultation.
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- Norfolk County
- 3/25/25
- 03/25/2025
- 420 Minutes
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Overview: The Brookline Select Board meeting on March 25, 2025, was marked by community engagement and concerns, particularly surrounding the proposed bike lane project on Chestnut Hill Avenue. Residents voiced strong opposition, fearing impacts on safety, traffic congestion, and accessibility. These concerns highlighted a broader debate about the balance between developing biking infrastructure and addressing the practical needs of local communities.