Overview: The Brookline Select Board gathered to discuss several matters, with the debate over the town’s property tax system taking center stage. The board considered adjustments to the residential exemption, a policy that has sparked significant concern among residents due to its impact on tax fairness across different property categories. This discussion highlighted disparities in the tax system, focusing on how the residential exemption affects various homeowners, including single-family homes, condominiums, and multi-family units, and its broader implications for Brookline’s residents.