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Provincetown Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Meeting night

July 8, 2019

2 meetings this evening, 15 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.

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Provincetown Select Board · Regular meeting

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

Attendance

Present: David Abramson, Robert Anthony, John Golden, Lise King, Louise Venden

Absent: None

14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page

A. Installation of Equipment - Eversource requesting permission to locate underground cable, conduits

Approve the installation of 45' of conduit and cable by way of boring under town road to bring electrical service to 607 Commercial Street, (1, 2 and 3), according to plan files marked Plan No....

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to approve the installation of 45' of conduit and cable by way of boring under town road to bring electrical service to 607 Commercial Street, (1, 2 and 3), according to plan files marked Plan No. 2320616 dated May 2, 2019.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to approve the installation of 45' of conduit and cable by way of boring under town road to bring electrical service to 607 Commercial Street, (1, 2 and 3), according to plan files marked Plan No. 2320616 dated May 2, 2019. Motion: Louise Venden Seconded: Robert Anthony VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Anthony)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

B. Economic Development Permit 19-07 - 350A Commercial Street - The Captain's House by Peter

Continue the public hearing to July 22, 2019

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to continue the public hearing to July 22, 2019.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to continue the public hearing to July 22, 2019. Motion: Louise Venden Seconded: Robert Anthony VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Anthony)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

C. FY2020 Town Wide Goals and Objectives - to receive comment from the public regarding the Annual

Adopt the FY2020 Town Wide Goals as printed

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board adopt the FY2020 Town Wide Goals as printed.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board adopt the FY2020 Town Wide Goals as printed. Motion: John Golden Seconded: Louise Venden VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Venden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

A. Harbor Plan Implementation - Allocations from Harbor Gift Fund - Request from Harbor Committee

As Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 for a survey and installation of...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 for a survey and installation of property boundary markers at the Washington Ave. Town Landing.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 for a survey and installation of property boundary markers at the Washington Ave. Town Landing. Motion: Louise Venden Seconded: John Golden VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Golden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

As Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 for legal and other expenses...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 for legal and other expenses associated with the Strategic services related to MGL Chapter 91; Waterways regulations.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 for legal and other expenses associated with the Strategic services related to MGL Chapter 91; Waterways regulations. Motion: Louise Venden Seconded: John Golden VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Golden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

As Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $4,000.00 for contractual services to repair...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $4,000.00 for contractual services to repair several marker stones on the East End groynes (groins) in Provincetown Harbor.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $4,000.00 for contractual services to repair several marker stones on the East End groynes (groins) in Provincetown Harbor. Motion: Louise Venden Seconded: John Golden VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Golden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

As Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $1,500.00 to build access stairs on the former...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $1,500.00 to build access stairs on the former Hall property.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Harbor Access Gift Fund (#1613), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay an amount not to exceed $1,500.00 to build access stairs on the former Hall property. Motion: Louise Venden Seconded: John Golden VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Golden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

B. Supplement Tax Billing Recommendation from the Board of Assessors

Accept the recommendation of the Board of Assessors and reject the provisions of Ch. 59 § 2D (as amended by Ch. 46 § 41 & 42 of the Acts of 2003) this vote takes effect for Fiscal Year 2020

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to accept the recommendation of the Board of Assessors and reject the provisions of Ch. 59 § 2D (as amended by Ch. 46 § 41 & 42 of the Acts of 2003) this vote takes effect for Fiscal Year 2020.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to accept the recommendation of the Board of Assessors and reject the provisions of Ch. 59 § 2D (as amended by Ch. 46 § 41 & 42 of the Acts of 2003) this vote takes effect for Fiscal Year 2020. Motion: Lise King Seconded: Robert Anthony VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: King, second: Anthony)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

C. Approve license fee for Marijuana Establishments

Approve the Marijuana Establishment Licensing Fees as recommended by the Licensing Board [or as amended]

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Board vote to approve the Marijuana Establishment Licensing Fees as recommended by the Licensing Board [or as amended].

From the minutes

“Move that the Board vote to approve the Marijuana Establishment Licensing Fees as recommended by the Licensing Board [or as amended]. Motion: Louise Venden Seconded: Robert Anthony VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Anthony)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

F. Select Board Liaisons - Procedural

Appoint Lise King as a trustee to the OPEB Trust, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Lise King as a trustee to the OPEB Trust, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Lise King as a trustee to the OPEB Trust, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: John Golden Seconded: Robert Anthony VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Anthony)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Appoint Louise Venden as Liaison to Stellwagen Bank Advisory Committee, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Louise Venden as Liaison to Stellwagen Bank Advisory Committee, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Louise Venden as Liaison to Stellwagen Bank Advisory Committee, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: John Golden Seconded: Robert Anthony VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Anthony)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

G. Select Board Rules of Procedures - Procedural

Schedule adoption of the Rules of Procedure at its regular meeting on Monday, July 22, 2019, with any proposed amendments to be submitted in writing to the Select Board's Secretary by 12 Noon on...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to schedule adoption of the Rules of Procedure at its regular meeting on Monday, July 22, 2019, with any proposed amendments to be submitted in writing to the Select Board's Secretary by 12 Noon on Tuesday, July 16, 2019.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to schedule adoption of the Rules of Procedure at its regular meeting on Monday, July 22, 2019, with any proposed amendments to be submitted in writing to the Select Board's Secretary by 12 Noon on Tuesday, July 16, 2019. Motion: Louise Venden Seconded: Lise King VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Venden, second: King)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

8. Minutes: Approve minutes of previous meetings.

Approve the minutes of: June 10, 2019 6 pm (Regular)[ x ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 14, 2019 9 am (Special) [ x] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 20, 2019 5 pm (Special) [...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Motion: Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: June 10, 2019 6 pm (Regular)[ x ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 14, 2019 9 am (Special) [ x] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 20, 2019 5 pm (Special) [ x ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 24, 2019 5 pm (Special) [ x ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted

From the minutes

“Motion: Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: June 10, 2019 6 pm (Regular)[ x ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 14, 2019 9 am (Special) [ x] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 20, 2019 5 pm (Special) [ x ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 24, 2019 5 pm (Special) [ x ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted Motion: John Golden Seconded: Robert Anthony VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Anthony)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

9. Closing Statements/Administrative Updates

Adjourn the meeting

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

Without objection the meeting was adjourned at 9:45 pm

The minutes say this was approved "without objection" and do not record a count or how each member voted.

From the minutes

“Without objection the meeting was adjourned at 9:45 pm.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Provincetown Select Board · Special meeting

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

Attendance

Present: David Abramson, Robert Anthony, John Golden, Lise King, Louise Venden

Absent: None

1 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page

1. Conduct interviews and the appointment Visitor Services Board Arts Representative

Appoint David Wilson as the Arts Community Representative of the Visitor Services Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2022

Minutes, page 1

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to appoint David Wilson as the Arts Community Representative of the Visitor Services Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2022.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint David Wilson as the Arts Community Representative of the Visitor Services Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2022. Motion: Lise King Seconded: Louise Venden Lise King recommended David Wilson for his success in the theater, the marketing and bringing in diversity. Louise Venden felt having a manority man who will promate the interest of afrian American, hiatian and jamacian as well as all minority was an important factor. VOTED In Favor: 5 Opposed: 0 Abstain: 0.” (Motion: King, second: Venden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

From the Provincetown Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Select Board agendas and minutes archive. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Provincetown Independent (courtesy of the members, or by Paul Benson). John Golden: Provincetown Banner (Wicked Local), photo by Vincent Guadazno, February 2019.

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