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Brookline Emergency Management Team Shares Safety Information Regarding Heat Advisory

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The Town of Brookline Emergency Management Team would like to share safety precautions with residents ahead of expected hot weather.

Residents should be advised that oppressive heat and humidity are expected Thursday, August 04, 2022, and Friday August 05, 2022, with temperatures reaching over 90 degrees. High temperatures and humidity are expected to continue throughout the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

The Town of Brookline wishes to remind residents to remain vigilant against the heat and take necessary precautions when outdoors.

The Town of Brookline recommends residents utilize their air conditioners on days that are over 90 degrees. Those who are concerned that they cannot afford to run their air conditioner, Eversource offers discounts to qualifying customers, and information on those discounts can be found by visiting here.

The Brookline Senior Center and Public Libraries are available for residents to cool off during normal business hours. The Community Room on the first floor of the Public Safety Building at 350 Washington Street is available 24 hours per day.

Additionally, the Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center shallow pool is available to residents for free during a heat emergency. Swimmers using the lap pool for exercise will still be required to pay the daily fee.

Residents can access water play areas in parks and playgrounds throughout Brookline between dawn and dusk.

To view library locations and hours, please visit here.

To view the hours of operation at the Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center, please visit here.

Learn more about heat illnesses, please visit here.

Town Of Brookline Shares Success Of Tech Buddies Program

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Emergency Management Director Fire Chief John Sullivan is pleased to share the success of Brookline’s Tech Buddies program.

The program provides a free tablet and/or Internet service, along with technical support, to low-income seniors and adults with disabilities living in Brookline to provide a connection to the Internet during the CoViD-19 pandemic and beyond.

Tech Buddies launched in May 2021, after the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) awarded the town grant funding through its Accelerating Climate Resiliency (ACR) program.

The Town then created a Tech Buddies Team, comprised of representatives from the Brookline Office of Emergency Management, which manages and coordinates the program, as well as the Brookline Senior Center / Council on Aging, Brookline Housing Authority, Brookline Public Library, Brookline Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations and the Brookline Community Mental Health Center.

Tech Buddies has supported 93 active participants so far, seven shy of the program’s original goal.

One senior participant shared how the Tech Buddies program has impacted their life.

“Now I can listen to music throughout my apartment, I can take free online classes, and I can communicate with friends and family. The tablet is a game changer and a gift that keeps on giving in so many ways,” one participant said. “I believe this program not only has enriched lives but has saved many lives both emotionally and physically.”

The Brookline Housing Authority’s senior buildings and the Brookline Senior Center are hosting in-person tech support for Brookline residents. The Brookline Senior Center is open for tech support to all seniors on Mondays and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 01:00 p.m. New participants who qualify can be signed-up for the Tech Buddies program on-site.

Alex Krieger has been able to assist over 200 residents through this initiative. He can provide one-on-one basic education on how to use a computer/tablet, email and Zoom, as well as help navigate enrollment to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and applying the credit to an internet account.

Group classes are being developed and are designed to bring seniors together for collaborative learning that will empower them to become more comfortable with technology. For class details and sign-ups, contact Alex Krieger at 617-383-7525 or akrieger@brooklinema.gov.

The Tech Buddies program still has a limited number of tablets to be distributed to qualifying participants on a first come first serve basis until supplies last. For information on how to qualify for the Tech Buddies program, contact Sarah Kaplan at 617-730-2329 or skaplan@brooklinema.gov.

Brookline’s Justin Casanova-Davis Earns International Recognition For Early-Career Leadership

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Town Administrator Mel Kleckner is pleased to share that Assistant Town Administrator and Acting Finance Director Justin Casanova-Davis will be recognized later this summer by the International City/County Management Association (ICMA).

Casanova-Davis will receive ICMA’s Early Career Leadership Award at the ICMA’s annual conference from Sept. 17-21 in Columbus, Ohio. The award recognizes early-career local government professionals who have demonstrated leadership, competency and commitment to local government as a profession.

The award is presented annually to one individual worldwide who is nominated by their peers, and is accompanied by a $5,000 stipend to promote professional development. It’s given in memory of William H. Hansell, who served as ICMA’s executive director from 1983-2002 and worked in public service for nearly 50 years in various Pennsylvania cities, townships and boroughs.

“I am incredibly humbled and honored to receive this prestigious award. I have been privileged to work in wonderful communities with talented, diverse teams that have allowed me the opportunity to grow, develop, and be the best public servant that I can be,” Casanova-Davis said. “I am immensely grateful to my family, colleagues, peers, and most importantly, the people I serve for encouraging and supporting me to do meaningful work that I am passionate about. It is special whenever your peers recognize you for your work. Particularly receiving an award in memory of William Hansell, whose legacy and impact on this profession is immense, means a lot to me.”

Casanova-Davis has worked in Brookline since 2018. Since then, he’s overseen the implementation of the town’s OpenGov budget software, as well as the allocation of federal coronavirus relief funding. He’s also been instrumental in developing Brookline’s Annual Report and in the development of the town’s community engagement strategy.

“Justin is immensely deserving of this honor and I want to offer my congratulations on behalf of all of his colleagues at Town Hall,” Kleckner said. “This award is one that recognizes a strong commitment to public service, which is something Justin has very much embodied throughout his time in Brookline.”

Casanova-Davis has previously worked as a budget analyst for the City of Cambridge and the Massachusetts House Committee on Ways and Means.

Local Businesses Invited To Register For Booths & Sponsorships For Upcoming Brookline Day

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Recreation Director Leigh Jackson and the town of Brookline would like to invite Brookline-based businesses to register for booths, tables, and sponsorships at the upcoming Brookline Day.

To register for a booth and learn more about the various sponsorship levels available, please visit here.

Brookline Day will return after a two-year hiatus due to the CoViD-19 pandemic. It is set to take place on Sunday, September 18, 2022. The celebration is being held in Coolidge Corner this year, a shift from the traditional location at Larz Anderson Park as a pilot program and part of an effort to support local businesses that have been affected by the pandemic.

The Recreation Department, in partnership with the Town’s Economic Development Division, as well as local business community representatives, will host a virtual information session on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at 09:00 a.m. for Brookline businesses interested in participating in this year’s Brookline Day festivities. Virtual info session participants will learn about opportunities and best practice tips for their business’ participation in Brookline Day.

Info session registration link could be found here.

Brookline Day is intended to celebrate the community as a great place to live, work, and play in, while fostering a connection among residents, neighbors, and businesses. The event will feature food, prizes, live music, and unique attractions such as the Wellness Stage and Mini Town Hall. Children can also enjoy the Kidz Zone, which features inflatable bounce houses, face painting, and a Touch-a-Truck event.

For more information on Brookline Day, please visit here.

More information will be released as the event draws closer.

“Community BUILDs” Mural Reveal And Celebration

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Community members are invited to celebrate the “Community BUILDs” social action initiative and the reveal of the new public mural at the Brookline Teen Center.

Brookline BIPOC youth, a BIPOC artist and a clinician worked together to design, develop and paint a mural that signifies the impact of racism on youth mental health.

Attendees will celebrate with food, music, art and lots of fun. The event is free and open to all members of the Brookline community.

ODICR launched “Community BUILDs,” a pilot social action initiative that tackles the impact of racism on youth mental health, in collaboration with the Brookline Arts Center, the Brookline Center, the Brookline Teen Center and Steps to Success. The initiative is supported by the Town of Brookline and Brookline Community Foundation through the Racial Equity Fund.

For more information, please visit here.

For reasonable accommodations and language access, please contact Sarah Kaplan at skaplan@brooklinema.gov.

Brookline Emergency Management Team Shares Cooling Station Information For Ongoing Heat Advisory

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The Town of Brookline Emergency Management Team would like to remind residents of safety precautions relating to the ongoing heat advisory.

According to the National Weather Service, a heat advisory is expected to continue through Sunday, with temperatures forecast to be in the high 90s and possibly reaching over 100 degrees.

Cooling stations will be available this weekend for residents looking for respite from the heat.
Saturday, July 23, 2022,at the Coolidge Corner Library, 31 Pleasant Street, from 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. Sunday, July 24, 2022, the Brookline Senior Center, 93 Winchester Street, from noon to 05:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, at the Old Lincoln School, 194 Boylston Street, from noon to 05:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, the Community Room at the Public Safety Building, 350 Washington Street, open 24 hours each day Additionally, the Evelyn Kirrane Aquatic Center, 60 Tappan Street, will be open Saturday. Residents can access water play areas in parks and playgrounds throughout Brookline between dawn and dusk.

“We encourage residents to check in on their at-risk neighbors and family, and to utilize their air conditioning systems this weekend due to the severity of the heat,” said Director of Public Health and Human Services Sigalle Reiss. “I would like to thank members of the School Department and the Brookline Council on Aging for opening their buildings this weekend for residents who are looking for shelter from the heat.”

The Town of Brookline would like to emphasize the dangers of overheating and encourage residents to know the signs of heat-related illnesses. Residents should remain vigilant and take the necessary precautions when participating in outdoor activities, including staying hydrated.

Brookline Emergency Management Team Shares Safety Tips & Resources Ahead Of Heat Emergency

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The Town of Brookline Emergency Management Team would like to remind residents of safety precautions and community resources ahead of a heat emergency expected over the next several days.

The region is expected to experience daily temperatures of 90 degrees or higher, and heat indices ranging from 95 to 100 degrees from Tuesday through Friday, according to the National Weather Service.

The Town of Brookline will open cooling stations in the Community Room on the first floor of the Public Safety Building at 350 Washington Streeet, which will be open 24 hours per day, and at the Brookline Senior Center, 93 Winchester Street, which will be open weekdays from 08:30 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. Masks are currently recommended in public spaces in Brookline, including cooling centers.

Town libraries and the pool are also open to the Brookline community. To view library locations and hours, please visit here. To view the hours of operation at the Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center, please visit here.

Residents can access water play areas in parks and playgrounds throughout Brookline between dawn and dusk.

The Brookline Housing Authority will have air-conditioned community rooms available for residents of 61 Park Street, 90 Longwood Avenue, 50 Pleasant Street, 190 Harvard Street and Colonel Floyd, at 28 Foster Street.

The Town of Brookline recommends that all residents who can turn on their conditioners on days that are over 90 degrees. If you are concerned that you can’t afford to run your air conditioner, Eversource offers discounts to qualifying customers, and information on those discounts can be found by visting here.

“The heat we are forecast to feel over the next few days can be potentially dangerous, especially to those with pre-existing conditions or difficulty accessing air conditioning,” said Director of Public Health & Human Services Sigalle Reiss. “We encourage Brookline community members to check on their at-risk neighbors and family members.”

To prevent illness and injuries, Brookline Emergency Management recommends the following safety tips from the American Red Cross and National Safety Council:

Heat Safety Tips:

  • Drink plenty of fluids, like water, even if you do not feel thirsty, and avoid alcoholic beverages, drinks with caffeine and large amounts of sugar — these actually cause you to lose more body fluid.
  • Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
  • Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.
  • Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and by putting on sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher 30 minutes prior to going out.
  • If you are outside, find shade and minimize direct exposure to the sun.
  • Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day, which is typically around 03:00 p.m.
  • Avoid extreme temperature changes. Take frequent breaks if working outdoors.
  • Check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning, who spend much of their time alone or who are more likely to be affected by the heat.
  • If someone does not have air conditioning, they should seek relief from the heat during the warmest part of the day in places like libraries, theaters, malls, etc.
  • Hot cars can be deadly. Never leave children or pets in your vehicle. The inside temperature of the car can quickly reach over 100 degrees, even on a 70 degree day.
  • Check on animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering from the heat.
  • Make sure they have plenty of cool water.

Additional Tips for Parents:

  • Limit playtime at peak sun exposure time and familiarize yourself with the signs of heat illnesses.
  • Avoid burns. If playground equipment is hot to the touch, it is too hot for your child’s bare skin.

Recognizing Heat Illnesses:

Heat Cramps

  • Look for:
    • heavy sweating during intense exercise; muscle pain or spasms
  • If you have heat cramps:
    • stop physical activity and move to a cool place;
    • drink water or a sports drink;
    • wait for cramps to go away before you do any more physical activity;
    • get medical help if cramps last longer than 1 hour, you are on a low-sodium diet or if you have heart problems.

Heat Exhaustion

  • Look for:
    • heavy sweating;
    • cold, pale, and clammy skin;
    • fast, weak pulse;
    • nausea or vomiting;
    • muscle cramps;
    • tiredness or weakness;
    • dizziness;
    • headache;
    • fainting.
  • If you expect heat exhaustion:
    • move to a cool place;
    • loosen your clothes;
    • put cool, wet cloths on your body or take a cool bath;
    • sip water;
    • get medical help;
    • if you are throwing up, your symptoms get worse or symptoms last longer than one hour.

Heat Stroke

  • Look for: high body temperature (103°F or higher); hot, red, dry, or damp skin; fast, strong pulse; headache; dizziness; nausea; confusion; passing out.

If you expect a heat stroke:

  • Call 911 right away – heat stroke is a medical emergency;
  • Move the person to a cooler place;
  • Help lower the person’s temperature with cool cloths or a cool bath;
  • Do not give the person anything to drink.

Learn more about heat illnesses by visiting here.

Brookline Police Department Invites Community To National Night Out Event

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Chief Alexander Gonzalez invites community members to the Brookline Police Department’s free National Night Out event next month.

The event will take place on Tuesday, August 02, 2022, from 05:00-08:00 p.m., at the Brookline Avenue Playground, 575 Brookline Ave.

This fun, family-friendly event is an opportunity for Brookline residents toa gather to celebrate Brookline as a safe, healthy and vibrant community, and to connect with their local public safety officials.

The event will feature food, games, music and activities, including lawn games, bounce houses and a K-9 demonstration.

Local organizations are welcome to sponsor an activity, giveaway a food or beverage item, or set up a table to share information about the great work they do to build and support the community. Organizations that wish to participate can sign up here.

Each year, millions of people across the U.S. participate in National Night Out, a community-building campaign aimed at strengthening the bond between the police and their community members.

Brookline Recreation Hosts First “Movie Night On The Range” Event

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Recreation Director Leigh Jackson and Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course General Manager Justin Lawson are pleased to share that Brookline Recreation hosted its first “Movie Night on the Range” event over the weekend.

On Saturday, July 09, 2022, Brookline Recreation, in partnership with the Brookline Parks and Open Space Division, and the Brookline Police Department, transformed the driving range at Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course, 1281 West Roxbury Parkway, into an outdoor theater for the inaugural “Movie Night on the Range” event.

Sgt. Casey Hatchett, Brookline Police Department Community Service Division

Approximately 300 community members gathered with their chairs and blankets to watch Disney’s “Encanto.” In addition to the movie, attendees played lawn games and enjoyed refreshments provided by the Hemlock Grill.

Brookline Recreation will continue to hold community events throughout the summer and fall at the Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course, including a second installment of “Movie Night on the Range” scheduled for the fall. The film and the night it is being shown will be announced at a later date.

Movie Night was free, but advanced registration was required to attend. A limited number of tickets with parking were available, and attendees at the first movie night utilized ride sharing. Those attending future movie nights are encouraged to do the same. All registration information can be found here.

Future events to look forward to at the golf course this year include:

The Sunset Concert
Saturday, October 08, 2022, from noon-10:00 p.m.

This professionally-produced concert will feature a variety of local and regionally known musicians.

The Harvest Festival
Saturday, November 05, 2022, from 01:30-05:30 p.m.

The festival will feature many fun activities, including a hay ride, bounce houses, arts and crafts, musical performances and more. Food and beverages will be available, and donations to the local food pantry will be accepted.

More information about these events will be released this summer.

To stay tuned, please visit here.

Appointed & Elected Leaders Invited To Complete Biennial Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Survey

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Town Administrator Mel Kleckner is pleased to share that the Town of Brookline is continuing its efforts to better measure the diversity and inclusion efforts of its appointed and elected boards and commissions, as well as Town Meeting.

As part of this effort, which the town’s Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations conducts every two (2) years, the town has developed a survey for members of town commissions, boards, committees, and Town Meeting to complete.

The survey invites these individuals to respond anonymously, sharing both their own demographic information as well as indicating their efforts to conduct outreach to diverse stakeholders. The survey is optional and open only to members of appointed or elected town bodies.

“This work helps better inform our understanding of the progress we are making toward our diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement goals,” said Caitlin Starr, Assistant Director of the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations.

Brookline first conducted this survey in 2018 and again in 2020.

Those who are eligible complete the survey are asked to do so by clicking here. Anyone with questions about the survey is asked to contact Caitlin Starr at cstarr@brooklinema.gov or 617-730-2345.

Seeking Community Input On Next Town Administrator

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The Brookline Select Board is welcoming residents to provide input on what qualities they are looking for in the next Town Administrator at a listening session this month.

The event will take place on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at 07:15 p.m.

The meeting is hybrid. Residents may attend in person at the Select Board Hearing Room on the sixth floor of Town Hall, 333 Washington Street or via Zoom.

The Select Board would like to hear from community members during a public comment session that will last an hour and a half. Each community member will have three minutes in person or via Zoom to share their priorities, along with qualities and characteristics they are looking for in the next Town Administrator.

The Town Administrator Screening Committee has identified three finalists in the search for Brookline’s next Town Administrator. Finalists include Charles Carey, who previously served in numerous roles in New York City government, Jennifer Dopazo Gilbert, who previously served as Brookline’s Town Counsel, and George Ramirez, who currently serves as the Executive Director of the Lawrence Partnership.

The Select Board will take into consideration the input gathered from the community when they vote to appoint the next Town Administrator on Tuesday, August 09, 2022.

Additionally, the Select Board will conduct public interviews with each finalist, which will include a broad range of topics and scenario-based questions at a hybrid meeting on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 04:00 p.m. Residents may attend in person at the Select Board Hearing Room on the 6th floor of Town Hall, 333 Washington Street or via Zoom.

Brookline Department Of Public Health To Hold Final Registration For Food Coupon Program

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Health Commissioner Sigalle Reiss announces that the Brookline Department of Public Health will hold a final registration for its Brookline Farmers’ Market’s Food Coupon program for income-eligible individuals and families.

The event will take place on Thursday, July 21, 2022, between the hours of 01:30 and 06:00 p.m., at the Brookline Farmers’ Market, Centre Street West.

The coupons are available to income-eligible families in Brookline and students attending Brookline’s Public Schools. Individuals and families of two will receive $50 in coupons, while families of three or more will receive $100 to spend at Brookline Farmers’ Market.

Coupons are redeemable to purchase fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and other food products at participating vendors through November, which is the close of the market season.

This Food Coupon program, which is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), has supported over 500 families this season.

“Our Food Coupon program has already been a huge success this year. Still, we want to provide an additional opportunity to families who have not received coupons yet,” said Reiss. “By offering these coupons, it helps to make the farmers’ market more accessible to lower-income residents and reduces barriers to access healthy fruits and vegetables.”

Anyone who cannot attend the registration should contact Lynne Karsten, Director of Community Health, at lkarsten@brooklinema.gov or 617-730-2336.

For more information about the program, please visit the Department’s website here.

Public Schools Of Brookline Kicks Off “Feed Kids For Free” Summer Food Program

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The Public Schools of Brookline (PSB) is pleased to announce that the district recently kicked off its “Feed Kids for Free” summer food program.

PSB will provide free food to those 18 years and younger on Monday to Friday through August 19, 2022, at the Brookline Avenue Playground, 575 Brookline Avenue. Breakfast is served from 08:30-09:00 a.m. and lunch is served from 12:00-01:00 p.m.

Children also may participate in fun activities while they eat or grab a meal on the go.

Registration is not required.

The program is made possible through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s summer food service program, and is sponsored by Brookline Housing Authority, the Brookline Rotary Club, City on a Hill Church, the Brookline Food Pantry, Brookline Thrives, Mothers Out Front, and the Brookline Health Department.

To learn more about the national summer food service program, please visit here.

For more information, please visit the PSB Food Service website here.

Town Of Brookline Announces Finalists For Town Administrator Role

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The Select Board announces that the Town Administrator Screening Committee has identified three finalists in the search for Brookline’s next Town Administrator.

The three finalists are Charles Carey, who previously served in numerous roles in New York City government, Jennifer Dopazo Gilbert, who previously served as Brookline’s Town Counsel, and George Ramirez, who currently serves as the Executive Director of the Lawrence Partnership.

The Select Board will conduct public interviews with each finalist, which will include a broad range of topics and scenario-based questions Tuesday, July 12, 2022.

The finalists for the position were identified following an extensive search led by Community Paradigm Associates in close collaboration with the screening committee. As part of that effort, Community Paradigm worked closely with members of the committee to review materials submitted by the applicants, consider and deliberate over the selection of candidates for initial interviews and develop interview questions and take part in the interview process.

The search was a nationwide effort and placed an emphasis on soliciting applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and skillsets. The three individuals put forward for consideration by the Select Board were chosen from among 13 total applicants for the position, which will be vacated by outgoing Town Administrator Mel Kleckner in September.

Charles Carey

Charles Carey began serving as a Managing Consultant with Guidehouse, LLP in its State and Local Government Practice in April of this year upon relocating to the Boston area. He previously served in a variety of roles in the New York City Mayor’s Office of Housing Recovery Operations.

Most positions were related to legal services, but he did serve as Acting Director from August 2021 through February 2022. He also served as Special Counsel to the NYC Health and Hospitals. Mr. Carey previously held positions in private practice with a firm in New York, as a Law Clerk in a Federal District Court and in the NYC Law Department. He holds a Juris Doctor degree from Georgetown University Law Center, an M.F.A from Warren Wilson College and a B. A from Columbia University.

Jennifer Dopazo Gilbert

Jennifer Dopazo Gilbert has served as a Managing Partner with the Law Office of Robert L. Allen. Prior to joining the firm in 2013, she worked for the Town of Brookline in the Office of Town Counsel for sixteen years, including eight years as Town Counsel. She’s also served as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Brookline Community Foundation and continues to serve as a member of the Board of Directors for the Brookline Municipal Credit Union.

Additionally, Gilbert served as an Adjunct Professor at Suffolk University in the Moakley Center graduate program for Local Government Leadership and Management. She holds a Juris Doctor degree from Suffolk University Law School and a bachelor’s degree from Boston College.

George Ramirez

Since 2021, George Ramirez has served as the Executive Director of the Lawrence Partnership, an economic development and community engagement organization in Lawrence, Massachusetts. He previously served as the Vice President of Operations of the National Aviation Academy in Concord, MassDevelopment Executive Vice President of Operations and de facto Town Administrator for the town of Devens. He’s also served as General Counsel of the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development. Ramirez operated his own law office from 2001-2007 and 2015-2018. He holds a Juris Doctor degree from Suffolk University Law School and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts-Lowell.

Town Of Brookline Holds Successful Juneteenth Celebration

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Town Administrator Mel Kleckner is pleased to announce that the Town of Brookline hosted a successful Freedom March and Juneteenth Celebration earlier this month.

On Sunday, June 19, 2022, more than 100 community members joined a Freedom March, which started at the Florida Ruffin Ridley School and ended at the Brookline Avenue Playground. In attendance were residents, community members, as well as Town employees from various departments, including the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations, the Brookline Police and Fire Departments, Brookline Recreation, and more.

Upon arrival at the playground, attendees celebrated with food, entertainment, games, crafts, raffles, and music by DJ Money Greene.

Brookline High School students and members of the group Solas Chicas Micaela Phelan, Samaria Nunez, and Alexandra Oviedo, performed at the Juneteenth Celebration

“Thank you to all who made this event possible, as well as everyone who came out to celebrate this important holiday. The turnout was fantastic and nearly double what we saw last year,” Town Administrator Kleckner said. “The Town of Brookline looks forward to continuing and expanding its celebration of Juneteenth in the years to come.”

The Town would like to thank Juneteenth Working Group members Yolande Funderburg-Sealy, Kalymba Clark, Tamu Jackson, Karen Ambrose, Arthur Conquest, Adeniyi Ijanusi, Samuel Pierce and Donelle S O’Neal, for bringing this event to fruition.

Tamu Jackson and Yolande Funderburg-Sealy

Town Of Brookline Invites Local Businesses To Take Part In Upcoming Brookline Day

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Recreation Director Leigh Jackson is pleased to announce that the Town of Brookline will host its annual Brookline Day celebration this September. The town will be piloting a new location in an effort to support local businesses and increase accessibility.

Brookline Day will take place on Sunday, September 18, 2022, in Coolidge Corner.

Brookline-based businesses will have the opportunity to set up booths at the event and engage directly with residents and visitors during the celebration. Businesses that would like to do so should complete and submit this expression of interest form in order to begin the process.

“We are excited about the opportunity to bring Brookline Day to Coolidge Corner this year and are ready for a day that celebrates Brookline and all our community has to offer,” Jackson said. “It will serve as a great opportunity for residents and visitors to come together and celebrate the end of summer in a family-friendly environment.”

Brookline Day is intended to celebrate the community as a great place to live, work and play in, while fostering a connection among residents, neighbors and businesses. The event will feature food, music, a mini-town hall, touch-a-truck, vendors, a kid-friendly area, and other family-oriented activities.

The event this year is shifting from its traditional location at Larz Anderson Park as part of an effort to support local businesses that continue to be affected by the CoViD-19 pandemic. The Select Board was consulted and supported this pilot effort to try to host the event in the business district this year which not only has better access to transportation but also may provide a lift to businesses.

Brookline Recreation is working closely with the Division of Economic Development and Long-Term Planning, the Brookline Chamber of Commerce, Coolidge Corner Merchants Association, and the Brookline Village Business Association to support the planning for Brookline Day.

Interested businesses that have completed the form will be contacted on July 21, 2022 with more information about registering. that have shown interest will receive vendor registration forms to officially register for their booths.

To learn more about Brookline Day, please visit here. The page will be updated with additional information as the event draws closer.

Why More People Are Betting On Sport At 96Ace Malaysia

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Sports betting is a fun hobby that has been around for centuries but has recently experienced a resurgence in popularity. Gambling or sports betting has an undeserved reputation for being immoral, but this is because it was illegal in most of the United States for many years. Learn why betting on sports at Sportbooks Malaysia is a fun activity and how to get started placing bets and becoming a part of the action.

Understanding Sports Betting

Sports betting is similar to other forms of gambling in that you place a bet on a specific outcome. In a card game, you bet that you will win the hand or game, whereas in roulette, you try to guess the number and color where the ball will land. The most fundamental form of sports betting is betting on a specific team to win a game.

You may be able to bet on other aspects of the game, such as point spreads and over/under totals, depending on the sportsbook, the organization that accepts and coordinates bets. Some sportsbooks accept parley or combo bets, which are multiple bets linked together, and each bet must win to pay out a larger amount.

Betting Ease

Placing a sports bet used to entail going to a sportsbook and waiting in line. Most people now choose online sportsbooks to place bets, but in this day and age, you can also use some innovative sports betting apps seen on Basketball Insiders. The use of betting apps would allow you to place bets wherever you are, rather than being restricted to your laptop or desktop computer.

Entertainment

While watching live sports is enjoyable, wagering on the game can increase the entertainment value. When they place a bet, many people become more engaged and interested in the action. They are now more invested in the game and feel more involved, and they are sharing more of the experience.

When people place bets on sports on a regular basis, they become more engrossed and involved. They research various teams and players in order to place informed bets that are likely to pay off. This additional research gets the person placing the bet more involved in the sports betting hobby and more interested in the sport. They gain a better appreciation and understanding of the game, allowing them to gain even more enjoyment and entertainment from the experience.

Extend Your Horizon

Betting on a game that does not feature your favorite team is a great way to get excited and interested in a game that you might not otherwise care about much, if at all. You may be exposed to players you would not normally see and develop a better understanding and appreciation for the game, other teams, and other players.

Betting on sports that you are unfamiliar with is a great way to learn more about that sport. Learning a new sport and memorizing all of the rules and strategies can be difficult and even boring, but a wager will keep you engaged and give you more reason to stick with the game.

Profitable

The ability to make money while watching a game adds to the fun. You may walk away relieved that your prediction was correct, but you may also have some extra money in your pocket.

When betting on sports, it is critical to only place bets that you are comfortable with. If you can afford to bet $10 or $20, you should do so. Large bets may pay out more if you win, but if the stress of the bet detracts from the experience and enjoyment of the game, stick to smaller bets.

A Low-Cost Hobby

When you place a bet, there is always the possibility of losing both the bet and your money. That’s part of the fun, and sometimes losing makes winning even more enjoyable. Sports betting can be a low-cost hobby because it only costs the amount you choose to bet. You can easily keep the expenses within your budget, and there are no additional costs. For example, if you go to the movies, you must purchase a ticket, and if you join a sports league, you must purchase gear or equipment. When it comes to sports betting, you only spend the amount you wager, and you can control that amount to ensure you do not pay more than you want or can afford.

Place Your Bets

Sports betting is becoming increasingly popular for good reason. Wagering makes sporting events more exciting and enjoyable, it is a great way to learn more about a game or other types of sports, and you could win money.

Brookline Department Of Public Works Provides Trash & Recycling Collection Update

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Commissioner Erin Chute Gallentine and the Department of Public Works announces it has repeated its Monday pickup routes today, and will repeat its Tuesday routes tomorrow, following confusion about scheduling due to the Juneteenth holiday.

When a legal holiday falls on a weekend, as was the case with Juneteenth, the Brookline DPW conducts trash and recycling pickup on its normal Monday-Friday schedule. Approximately one-third of residents did not put trash and recycling out for collection on Monday, so Brookline DPW repeated its Monday route today.

DPW crews will repeat its Tuesday routes tomorrow, June 22, 2022, to ensure that no residents miss their trash and recycling collection this week.

Residents whose trash and recycling is normally picked up on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday should put their trash and recycling out as they normally would.

“We sincerely apologize for any confusion this week, and will work to be better about communicating the ways holidays will — or will not — impact trash and recycling pickup,” Commissioner Gallentine said.

Anyone with further questions about trash and recycling collection should call 617-730-2156.

Town Of Brookline Highlights Collaboration Behind Successful 122nd U.S. Open Championship

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The Town of Brookline wishes to thank the community, volunteers, Town staff, public safety partners and the United States Golf Association for their dedication and cooperation toward making the 122nd U.S. Open Championship a success.

The U.S. Open, golf’s national championship, was contested at The Country Club from June 13-19, 2022. The U.S. Open attracted tens of thousands of patrons, and shined a worldwide television spotlight on the Town.

“This year’s championship was a great success, as the world saw the best of what the U.S. Open, Brookline, and New England have to offer,” Town Administrator Mel Kleckner said. “Brookline is grateful to once again have hosted the U.S. Open. An event of this magnitude does not happen without talented people behind the scenes working countless hours toward one goal, and for that we say thank you.”

The championship continues a long and storied partnership among the Town, The Country Club, and USGA. The Country Club was one of USGA’s founders. It has hosted the U.S. Open in 1913, 1963, and 1988, along with five U.S. Amateur championships and three U.S. Women’s Amateur championships.

“We couldn’t be more thrilled with how this week went,” said Championship Director Eric Steimer. “This community is inextricably linked to the history of golf in the United States, and we are thrilled that we have been able to add another chapter. We owe a huge thank you to The Country Club, Town of Brookline and all the fans, volunteers and supporters for making this an incredible championship.”

The Town of Brookline wishes to highlight the following:

  • Partnership with the USGA on a resiliency plan that included the planting of 122 new trees, restoration of the Lost Pond Trail, and ecological enhancements at the public Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course.
  • Collaboration with the USGA on a number of local initiatives, which created opportunities for area businesses, supported non-profits and charities, and local youth.
  • Coordination among a variety of public and private agencies to develop traffic, health, and safety protocols during the championship. These included the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Homeland Security, United States Postal Service, Federal Aviation Administration, Massachusetts State Police, and Massachusetts National Guard; Boston Police Department; the USGA and its traffic consultant Howard Stein Hudson; The Country Club; Massachusetts Department of Transportation; Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority; Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation; Boston College Police; and the Brookline Police Department, Brookline Fire Department, Brookline Department of Public Works, Brookline Building Department, Transformative Healthcare and Brookline Office of Emergency Management.
  • The Country Club’s strong support for numerous charitable and non-profit organizations such as the Brookline Youth Fund and the Community Safety Net Fund. The Country Club also has made sizable donations to support and grow the game of golf at the Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course, a commitment that increases each year.
  • Investment by community stakeholders, who provided vital feedback throughout the planning process.

The Town and Town Administrator Kleckner wish to recognize the following, who were integral to the success of the U.S. Open Championship: Recreation Director Leigh Jackson, Public Works Commissioner Erin Gallentine, Acting Police Chief Richard Allen, Deputy Police Superintendent Paul Cullinane, Fire Chief John F. Sullivan, Health Commissioner Sigalle Reiss, Transportation Administrator Todd Kirrane, Building Commissioner Dan Bennett, Deputy Commissioner of Operations Kevin Johnson, Robert T. Lynch Golf Course General Manager Justin Lawson, and the Community Partnership Committee.

The Town and Town Administrator Kleckner offer a special thank you to members of the Community Partnership Committee: Co-Chair Ken Goldstein, representing the Town; Co-Chair Kate Leness, representing The Country Club; Malcolm Cawthorne, representing the Commission on Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Relations; William Curry, William Goldthwait, Glenn Johnson, Kristen LaCount, and Brendan Lee, representing The Country Club; David Gladstone, representing the Brookline Chamber of Commerce; Ken Lewis, representing the Economic Development Advisory Committee; Natalia Linos, Climate Action Committee designee; Wendy Sheridan Ames, representing the Park and Recreation Commission; and Heather Hamilton, Select Board liaison.

The Town and Town Administrator Kleckner also wish to thank The Country Club, USGA, and Eric Steimer, Director, U.S. Open Championships, for their guidance and support.

Take Steps To Help Prevent Rodents In Town

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Health Commissioner Sigalle Reiss and the Brookline Department of Public Health urge the community to do their part to help prevent rodents in town as summer approaches.

Outdoor summer activities, including festivals, picnics and outdoor dining, have been found to contribute to the prevalence of rodents in public places.

The department shares the following tips for residents and business owners to help minimize the presence of rodents:

  • Store rubbish/garbage in covered containers with tight-fitting lids;
  • Inspect the exterior of your property to check if rodents are gaining access to or around the building. Any openings around doors, windows, drains, or cracks in foundations should be sealed;
  • Should it appear that rodents are gaining access to or around your property, you should obtain the services of a licensed extermination company to carry out integrated pest management techniques. Residents are reminded that loose poison is prohibited in Brookline;
  • Remove weeds and debris near buildings and yards;
  • Stack lumber and boxes on a rack with a clean open area underneath. Get rid of unused materials;
  • Do not place bird food on the ground, and clean any spillage daily;
  • clean animal waste from property frequently. When dining in town parks and open spaces, carry out any waste that does not fit in a waste bin;
  • Do not leave oversized items (i.e. pizza boxes) on the ground or stacked on top of trash cans.

“Our department works hard to minimize the presence of rats in town as much as possible, especially through the summer months,” Commissioner Reiss said. “But, all those in Brookline have a responsibility to help keep the town clean as well, and we urge those who live and work here to aid in our efforts to prevent rodents. These measures will be most effective through a community-wide effort. “

The department works regularly to minimize the presence of rats and other rodents in the community alongside other departments, including the Department of Public Works and the Building Department. Some of these steps include treating public properties, enforcing the state sanitary codes to ensure best practices, enforcing town by-laws to improve trash management and pest control, and education.

Residents are reminded that individual homeowners are responsible for baiting on their respective properties.

If the department identifies businesses or residences with conditions that contribute to rodent activity, the department will issue an abatement notice to the business, property, manager or owner. The department will complete a compliance inspection seven business days after notification. Non-compliance may result in enforceable actions, which may include fines, closure of the business, or a court order.

To file a rodent concern or complaint, please email RatReports@brooklinema.gov. For those who prefer to verbally file a complaint, please call 617-730-2308 and leave a message with the specific location, including address, if possible.

To view the full public health notice, please visit here.

Town Of Brookline Invites Community To Final Housing Production Plan Forum

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The Brookline Department of Planning and Community Development is in the process of creating a Housing Production Plan. The plan will help guide policy decisions over the next five (5) years by identifying housing needs and recommending ways to address them.

The third forum will cover the following:

  • articulate a vision and goals for the Housing Production Plan;
  • highlight key findings of the Housing Needs Assessment;
  • review challenges of accommodating a variety of affordable and mixed-income housing options in Brookline;
  • discuss regulatory approaches to creating additional affordable and mixed-use and mixed-income housing;
  • explore prototypes using specific sites in Brookline as examples.

The event will take place on Monday, June 27, 2022, between the hours of 07:00 p.m. and 09:00 p.m. on Zoom. To register, please visit here.

Previous forums were held on January 26 and February 23, 2022.

Town Of Brookline Lifts Mask Mandate For Indoor Town-Owned Spaces Where Public Gathers

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Health Commissioner Sigalle Reiss and the Brookline Department of Public Health announce that the Town of Brookline is lifting the face covering requirements in town-owned buildings where the public gathers effective immediately.

The decision to lift the mask requirement was based on a review of CoViD-19 data including declining local case counts, hospital admissions and hospital capacity, wastewater data, Public Schools of Brookline case counts, and vaccine and testing resources. As of Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has transitioned Norfolk, Suffolk, and Middlesex Counties as a low-risk area for CoViD-19 transmission.

“We are seeing a consistent week over week drop in our weekly community case counts, as well as significant drops in our school case numbers. The Department will continue to watch the data with our community partners to respond to the changing CoViD-19 trends,” Director Reiss said.

Residents should be aware that individual organizations can still require masks. The Department encourages everyone in Brookline to maintain a mask-friendly environment.

Residents are reminded that masking is still mandatory for all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, while in healthcare facilities, including congregate care settings.

Residents also should continue to wear a mask if they are experiencing symptoms of CoViD-19, tested positive, or were exposed to someone with CoViD-19. Anyone with symptoms consistent with CoViD-19 should consider taking an at-home CoViD-19 test. To report an at-home CoViD-19 test result, please visit here.

Additionally, anyone at high risk for severe illness should consider wearing a mask indoors in public and taking additional precautions.

Residents are reminded that a CoViD-19 vaccine and booster remain the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from CoViD-19, which continues to pose a serious risk of severe illness to those who are unvaccinated.

For more information, please visit the CDC’s CoViD-19 vaccine website here. To find a vaccination site near you, please visit the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Vaccine Finder.

Parking & Traffic Changes For U.S. Open Championship

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The Town of Brookline wishes to remind the community and patrons of the 122nd U.S. Open Championship about traffic and parking changes during the event.

The Town asks motorists seek alternate routes whenever possible, and allow for extra time. Some areas in South Brookline will be difficult to access.

Traffic and road closures

  • Thirty-five to 40 traffic detail locations will be staffed by state and local law enforcement agencies throughout South Brookline and Chestnut Hill, to provide for public safety and help keep traffic moving.
  • Variable message boards on state highways will be used to encourage use of public transportation.
  • The MBTA Route 51 Bus will be rerouted around the area via Hammond Pond Parkway and Route 9.
  • School buses will be rerouted through Button Village and continue to have access to and from South Brookline, through agreement with Brookline Public Schools.
  • The following streets will be closed through Sunday, June 19, 2022: Lee Street, from Warren Street to Clyde Street; Clyde Street; Newton Street, from Grove Street to Goddard Avenue. Abutting residents, shuttle buses, and public-safety vehicles have been given permits to identify them as being allowed on these streets. Brookline Police and Brookline Fire personnel will have unimpeded access while on calls.
  • Newton Street will be one-way from Grove Street to West Roxbury Parkway, though access will not be restricted.
  • Access to Button Village will be available via Meadowbrook Road and Sears Road, via Dudley.
  • Fifty-three streets will be marked as Resident-Only parking. Police will ticket or tow vehicles based on resident reports or officer observation. A full list of streets is available here.
  • Fire lanes will be posted on one side of Lyman Road and Yarmouth Road, to ensure emergency vehicle access on the private ways.

A map of traffic modifications may be found here.

Spectator access

  • Most spectators will be transported to The Country Club via shuttle buses that will operate from dedicated drop-off locations on Clyde Street, Newton Street, at Allandale Farm, and at Pine Manor College.
  • Shuttle service will be available from satellite parking lots from as close as Dexter Southfield School, which is for pre-assigned parking only, and as far away as Needham / Wellesley.
  • The MBTA will provide shuttle service from hubs at the Forest Hills and Cleveland Circle stations, from 6 a.m. into the late evening.
  • The driveway of Larz Anderson Park will be available for personal drop-off, taxis, and rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft. Traffic will flow one way from Avon Street to Newton Street.
  • Allandale Farm will be used for pre-assigned parking and shuttle bus drop-off.
  • Larz Anderson Park will be used for bike parking, rideshare, shuttle drop off and credentialed vehicular parking.
  • Robert T. Lynch Golf Course will be used for pre-assigned parking.

Those who have questions or concerns during U.S. Open week are asked to e-mail the Town at usopen@brooklinema.gov or contact the Call Center at 617-879-5636.

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About the 2022 U.S. Open

The U.S. Open is the annual open national championship of golf in the United States. It is one of four major championships and is organized by the United States Golf Association.

This year’s championship will be played at The Country Club from June 13-19, 2022. For more information about the U.S. Open, please visit here and here.

For more information about the USGA, please visit here.

Traffic, Parking, Security Plans For U.S. Open Championship

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The Town of Brookline, in collaboration with its numerous partners, shares the following information about safety, traffic, and parking plans for the upcoming U.S. Open Championship.

The 122nd U.S. Open Championship will be held at The Country Club from June 13-19, attracting golf patrons from around the world. The Town is proud to host this high-profile event.

However, even with a sophisticated traffic and parking management plan, traffic, parking, and regular services will be significantly affected during Championship Week. The Town wishes to alert businesses and residents about these impacts. The Town suggests suggest remote work if possible, and recommends that motorists seek alternate routes and allow for extra time for daily commutes. Some areas in South Brookline will be difficult to access.

A working groupcoordinated by Recreation Director Leigh Jackson has spent more than a year developing a public safety and traffic management plan that will protect those attending the U.S. Open while respecting the surrounding neighborhood and limiting traffic and congestion.

The working group included representatives of the Brookline Police Department, Brookline Fire Department, Brookline Department of Public Works, Brookline Building Department, The Country Club, the United States Golf Association, USGA traffic consultant Howard Stein Hudson, Massachusetts State Police, the Boston Police Department, Massachusetts Department of Transportation, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, Boston College Police, the Massachusetts National Guard, and other state and federal law enforcement agencies including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Homeland Security, United States Postal Service, and the Federal Aviation Administration.

Highlights of the plan include:

Traffic and road closures

  • Thirty-five to 40 traffic detail locations will be staffed by state and local law enforcement agencies throughout South Brookline and Chestnut Hill, to provide for public safety and help keep traffic moving.
  • Variable message boards on state highways will be used to encourage use of public transportation.
  • The MBTA Route 51 Bus will be rerouted around the area via Hammond Pond Parkway and Route 9.School buses will be rerouted through Button Village and continue to have access to and from South Brookline, through agreement with Brookline Public Schools.
  • The following streets will be closed from Saturday, June 11 through Sunday, June 19: Lee Street, from Warren Street to Clyde Street; Clyde Street; Newton Street, from Grove Street to Goddard Avenue. Abutting residents, shuttle buses, and public-safety vehicles have been given permits to identify them as being allowed on these streets. Brookline Police and Brookline Fire personnel will have unimpeded access while on calls.
  • Newton Street will be one-way from Grove Street to West Roxbury Parkway, though access will not be restricted.
  • Access to Button Village will be available via Meadowbrook Road and Sears Road, via Dudley.
  • Fifty-three streets will be marked as Resident-Only parking. Police will ticket or tow vehicles based on resident reports or officer observation. A full list of streets is available here.
  • Fire lanes will be posted on one side of Lyman Road and Yarmouth Road, to ensure emergency vehicle access on the private ways.

A map of traffic modifications may be found here.

Security

  • The Town of Brookline Transfer Station will be used for security review of goods and services.
  • Robert T. Lynch Golf Course will be used as a base for the Incident Command Center, and for mail and package screening.

Other impacts

  • The Town trash collection schedule will be changed on Friday, June 17, 2022, to allow the Department of Public Works to work ahead of road closures and expected traffic delays. The Department of Public works requests that on June 17, 2022, all trash and recycling be placed for collection no later than 04:30 a.m.
  • There will be several disruptions to regular off-leash hours, end-of-school field days, organized sports, and other events. These will primarily affect Larz Anderson Park, Amory Playground, Brookline Avenue Playground and Downes Field.
  • Larz Anderson Park will be used for rideshare drop-off, shuttle drop-off and credentialed parking. Use of the picnic pavilion, grills, and athletic field are not permitted during the event. Green Dog off-leash hours are suspended through June 19, 2022, for the safety of all pups and park visitors. The public may visit the park as pedestrians or through parking spaces reserved along Goddard Avenue parallel to the perimeter wall. The full calendar is here, and reflects all the permitted activities taking place during the next few weeks.

Spectator access

  • Most spectators will be transported to The Country Club via shuttle buses that will operate from dedicated drop-off locations on Clyde Street, Newton Street, at Allandale Farm, and at Pine Manor College.
  • Shuttle service will be available from satellite parking lotsfrom as close as Dexter Southfield School, which is for pre-assigned parking only, and as far away as Needham/Wellesley.
  • The MBTA will provide shuttle service from hubs at the Forest Hills and Cleveland Circle stations, from 06:00 a.m. into the late evening.
  • The driveway of Larz Anderson Park will be available for personal drop-off, taxis, and rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft. Traffic will flow one way from Avon Street to Newton Street.Allandale Farm will be used for pre-assigned parking and shuttle bus drop-off.
  • Larz Anderson Park will be used for bike parking, rideshare, shuttle drop off and credentialed vehicular parking.
  • Robert T. Lynch Golf Course will be used for pre-assigned parking.

Those who have questions or concerns during U.S. Open week are asked to email the Town at usopen@brooklinema.gov or contact the Call Center at 617-879-5636. Information about the U.S. Open Championship and the Town of Brookline’s efforts may be found here.

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About the 2022 U.S. Open

The U.S. Open is the annual open national championship of golf in the United States. It is one of four major championships and is organized by the United States Golf Association.

This year’s championship will be played at The Country Club from June 13-19, 2022.For more information about the U.S. Open, please visit here and here.

For more information about the USGA, please visit here.

Town Of Brookline Invites Community To Juneteenth Celebration

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The Town of Brookline is pleased to invite the community to a Freedom March and Juneteenth Celebration at the Brookline Avenue Playground for a celebration of Juneteenth — a federal holiday, commemorating the emancipation of African-American slaves on June 19, 1865.

The event will takeplace on Sunday, June 19, 2022. Freedom March begins at 10:00 a.m. at the Florida Ruffin Ridley School, 345 Harvard Street, and proceed to the Brookline Avenue Playground at 575 Brookline Avenue, where a celebration will be held at 11:00 a.m.

The celebration will feature free food, entertainment, games, crafts, raffles, and music by DJ Money Greene.

Community Yoga Class Invitation In Celebration Of International Day Of Yoga

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Health Commissioner Sigalle Reiss and Recreation Director Leigh Jackson invite residents to attend the community yoga class hosted by the Brookline Department of Public Health and Brookline Recreation in celebration of the International Day of Yoga.

After a two-year hiatus due to the CoViD-19 pandemic, Brookline is excited to once again gather as a community to celebrate the International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2022.

The event will take plqce between the hours of 07:00 p.m. to 08:30 p.m. at Emerson Park, 82 Davis Avenue, Brookline, MA 02445.

In the event of rain, the class will be canceled.

Experienced instructors from local yoga studios, including Coolidge Yoga Brookline, Down Under School of Yoga, and Healthworks, will teach the community yoga class.

The departments welcome community members of all levels of yoga experience, including those new to this type of exercise. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, bring a towel or yoga mat, as well as water.

Residents should note that the event has been moved to Emerson Park from its usual location at Cypress Field due to ongoing renovations.

For questions, please contact Lynne Karsten at lkarsten@brooklinema.gov.

Town Of Brookline Updates Community On U.S. Open Golf Championship Plans At Final Public Forum

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The Town of Brookline is pleased to share that it recently held its third forum to update residents and stakeholders about plans for the 2022 U.S. Open Championship.

During a virtual forum on Monday, May 06, 2022, town officials presented logistics that will be in place during the Championship, which will be contested at The Country Club from June 13-19, 2022.

The full May 06, 2022 forum can be viewed here.

The forum was led by Town Administrator Mel Kleckner. Speakers included Acting Police Chief Richard Allen, Deputy Police Superintendent Paul Cullinane, Public Works Commissioner Erin Gallentine, Health Commissioner Sigalle Reiss, Co-Chair of the Community Partnership Committee Kate Leness, Transportation Administrator Todd Kirrane, and Eric Steimer, Director, U.S. Open Championships for the United States Golf Association.

Also attending were Building Commissioner Dan Bennett and Deputy Commissioner of Operations Kevin Johnson, Recreation Director Leigh Jackson, and Robert T. Lynch Golf Course General Manager Justin Lawson.

Co-Chair Leness provided an overview of the activities of the Committee, which consisted of 13 representatives of the Town and The Country Club. These activities included promotion of small Brookline businesses, developing event opportunities for Brookline business in the food, trades, and services industries, a banner competition, local programs and education sessions leading up to and during the week of the U.S. Open, and opening volunteer opportunities for young people.

The committee also championed initiatives around diversity, equity and inclusion. It also worked toward sustainability initiatives, including the planting of 122 new trees, restoration of the Lost Pond Trail, and ecological advancement of the Robert T. Lynch Golf Course.

“We are really proud of where we’ve gotten to and it’s been a lot of fun working together and trying to make it as community-oriented a championship as possible,” Co-Chair Leness said.

Acting Chief Allen, Deputy Superintendent Paul Cullinane, and Commissioner Gallentine spoke generally about the event’s traffic, security, and trash removal plans. These plans were developed during the past 11 months in partnership with local, state, and federal law enforcement and the USGA, and addressed concerns by abutters and surrounding neighborhoods.

Steimer expanded on those plans, and reviewed policies and procedures for patrons, including security checkpoints and screenings, concessions and merchandising, accessibility services, first aid and hydration, and items that are prohibited on site.

“We cannot thank the Town of Brookline enough, its residents, and The Country Club for hosting our national championship,” Steimer said. “I want to stress how excited we are about bringing the U.S. Open back to Brookline, and writing another historic chapter at this iconic venue.”

The Town has created several online resources for residents who wish to stay informed about the Championship. The revamped Town webpage devoted to the U.S. Open may be found here.

About the 2022 U.S. Open The U.S. Open is the annual open national championship of golf in the United States. It is one of four major championships and is organized by the United States Golf Association.

This year’s championship will be played at The Country Club from June 13-19, 2022. For more information about the U.S. Open, please visit here and here.

For more information about the USGA, please visit here.

Town Of Brookline To Provide Amnesty Trash Collection For Town Trash Service Customers

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The Brookline Department of Public Works will provide a Trash Amnesty pick up next week as part of Brookline’s Hybrid Pay-As-You-Throw Trash (HPAYT) Program.

During the week of May 31 – June 04, residents taking part in the Town’s trash service are permitted to dispose of extra bags of household trash along with their regular trash toter.

Pickups will occur on the residents’ regular scheduled pickup day. Residents on town service are allowed to put out excess bags of trash that are unable to fit in the HPAYT trash carts. All excess trash bags should be placed next to the trash and recycling carts.

Because Amnesty Week falls during a scheduled holiday week (Memorial Day), trash pick-up is delayed by one day.

Bulky items such as sofas, mattresses, TVs and appliances still need to be called in and scheduled for pickup at 617-730-2156. Please do not place any items out for pick up before 3:30 pm the day before your trash pickup day.

Household hazardous waste items and flammable materials will not be permitted and should be brought to the Town’s Hazardous Recycling Drop Off Center at 815 Newton Street on Tuesdays between the hours of 07:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Yard waste pickups will occur as normal on your pick up day.

Additional information on what items are accepted at the Hazardous Waste Drop Off Center can be found online here.

Any questions or concerns should be directed to the Department of Public Works at 617-730-2156.

Open Call For BIPOC Youth: Public Mural In Brookline

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The Brookline Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Community Relations invites BIPOC youth to participate in a mural installation as part of the new “Community BUILDs” social action initiative.

ODICR, in collaboration with the Brookline Arts Center, the Brookline Center, and the Brookline Teen Center and Steps to Success, are launching “Community BUILDs,” a pilot social action initiative that tackles the impact of racism on youth mental health.

As part of the mural project, BIPOC youth, a BIPOC artist, and a clinician will participate in a series of workshops to brainstorm ideas for a public mural that they will then paint at the Brookline Teen Center.

The mural is expected to be completed in July. Once completed, participants, their families, and community partners will commemorate the achievement at a celebration event.

All BIPOC youth with a connection to Brookline with artistic talent and/or interest in binary racism and mental health are invited to participate.

Those who wish to participate should email Carolina San Miguel at csanmiguel@brooklinema.gov by May 31, 2022. The email should include a written statement of interest and reason, samples of their artwork, information about their affiliation to Brookline, and their contact information.

Youth participants will receive a stipend.

The “Community BUILDs” initiative is supported by the Town of Brookline and Brookline Community Foundation through the Racial Equity Fund.

For questions, please contact Carolina San Miguel at csanmiguel@brooklinema.gov or 617- 730-2640. For reasonable accommodations and language access, please contact Sarah Kaplan at skaplan@brooklinema.gov.

For more information and to learn more about the initiative, please visit here.

Town Of Brookline Invites Community Members To Memorial Day Program

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Town Administrator Mel Kleckner and Brookline Veterans’ Services Director William T. McGroarty wish to invite community members to the Town of Brookline’s Memorial Day Program, which consists of four ceremonies.

Community members are invited to attend the Town of Brookline’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony, and join town officials, veterans, veterans groups, and the public in remembering those who died while serving in the United State Armed Forces.

Representatives from American Legion Post 11, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 864, Brookline Veterans’ Services, Daughters of the American Revolution and the Brookline Police and Fire Departments will be in attendance.

On Monday, May 30, 2022, beginning at 08:00 a.m., the public is welcome to meet for coffee at the Veterans Post on Washington Street, 386 Washington Street. A trolley will depart from the Veterans Post for the first ceremony at 08:30 a.m. and then continue on to the respective ceremonies. The trolley will return to the Veterans Post before the final ceremony so that attendees can process to the main ceremony at the World War Monument at Town Hall. Community members may use the trolley or their own transportation.

See below for the program itinerary:

Coffee at Veterans Post, 386 Washington Street (08:00 a.m.) Ceremony at Grand Army of the Republic Monument, 96 Grove Street (08:45 a.m.) Director McGroarty will deliver an invocation and tribute to the Grand Army of the Republic. This ceremony also will include a laying of the wreath.

Ceremony at Walnut Hills Cemetery Veterans’ Lot, 96 Grove Street (09:00 a.m.) The ceremony will be conducted by Director McGroarty. A Firing Squad/Honor Guard composed of Members of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars-Stephen F. Rutledge Post 864, Brookline Police Department, and Brookline Fire Department will be present. Taps will be performed.

Ceremony at Brookline Revolutionary Cemetery, Walnut Street (09:30 a.m.) Daughters of the American Revolution Representative Dianne Laffee will deliver a welcome address and speech. Director McGroarty will deliver an invocation and benediction.

An honor guard composed of Members of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars-Stephen F. Rutledge Post 864, Brookline Police Department, and Brookline Fire Department will be present. Taps will be performed.

Procession (10:45 a.m.) Ceremony at World War Monument, 333 Washington Street (11:00 a.m.) John Tynan, former U.S. Army Commander and Vietnam War Veteran, will offer a greeting to those in attendance. The Rev. Jonathan Gaspar of St. Mary’s Church will deliver an invocation.

Director McGroarty will preside over the ceremony. The event will feature a speech from Jerry Wolosenko, a U.S. Vietnam War Veteran, Bronze Star recipient and Ukrainian American.

Additionally, the ceremony will include a placing of a wreath of thanks and salute, a moment of silence, and a presentation of the Veterans Service Award.

Collation at Veterans Post, 386 Washington Street (12:00 p.m.) A collation, which includes a light lunch, will take place at the Veterans Post upon completion of the Ceremonies around noon.

To view the full Memorial Day Program, please visit here.

Town Of Brookline Invites Community To Annual Brookline Youth Awards

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The Town of Brookline and BrooklineHUB wish to invite residents to the 12th annual Brookline Youth Awards event tomorrow.

The event will take place on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, starting at 07:00 p.m. at Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA 02446.

This free event is an opportunity for Brookline residents to hear about the character, challenges, and dreams of its young people through a series of video interviews.

Community members nominated students to be featured whom they believe are worthy of emulation. Featured recipients must be ages 13-19 and either reside in or go to school in Brookline.

Past recipients have been recognized for their outstanding in-school and out-of-school achievements, courage in overcoming adversity or helping others do the same, and displaying exceptional kindness, character, and generosity of spirit.

Town Of Brookline To Reinstate Mask Mandate In Indoor Town-Owned Spaces, Where Public Gathers

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Health Commissioner Sigalle Reiss announces that the Town of Brookline is reinstating face-covering requirements in town-owned indoor spaces where the public gathers due to the recent increase in CoViD-19 cases.

Beginning Monday, May 23, 2022, every individual will be required to wear a face-covering over their mouth and nose while indoors, including at the Library, Senior Center, all Public Schools, and any other town-owned indoor space where the public gathers.

The Brookline Advisory Council on Public Health reviewed CoViD-19 case data among Brookline Public School students and staff, and compared those rates to other school districts in Massachusetts that did not lift mask requirements. The ACPH agreed that a temporary reinstatement would be an important mitigation measure to limit disease spread and reduce disruptions due to student and staff absenteeism.

Additionally, for the past several weeks, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has designated Norfolk, Suffolk, and Middlesex Counties as a high-risk area for CoViD-19 transmission.

The Town will reassess the need for masking weekly by reviewing county- and town-wide CoViD-19 case numbers, community transmission risk and other data.

“We consistently look at CoViD-19 data trends and hope this is a short-term requirement following CDC guidance for counties designated as high risk. The Department will lift the mask requirement once Norfolk County drops to the CDC moderate or low CoViD-19 risk levels, or Brookline-specific data suggests that we are no longer in a surge,” said Reiss.

Residents are reminded that the best way to protect themselves and their loved ones is to get vaccinated and boosted against CoViD-19. For more information visit the CDC’s CoViD-19 vaccine page here. To find a vaccination site near you, visit the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Vaccine Finder.

To view the full order, please visit here.

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