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February 8, 2021
7 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: David Abramson, John Golden, Robert Anthony, Lise King, Louise Venden
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda
Without objection Chair David Abramson waived the reading of the consent items and without further objection moved to approve.
From the minutes
“Without objection Chair David Abramson waived the reading of the consent items and without further objection moved to approve. Motion: David Abramson Second: Lise King Roll Call Vote Chair David Abramson: Aye Vice Chair John Golden: Aye Robert Anthony: Aye Lise King: Aye Louise Venden: Aye.” (Motion: Abramson, second: King)
A. Historic District Commission Alternate - Anthony Iannacci
Appoint Anthony Iannacci as an alternate member of the Historic District Commission with a term to expire on December 31, 2021
Move that the Select Board appoint Anthony Iannacci as an alternate member of the Historic District Commission with a term to expire on December 31, 2021.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board appoint Anthony Iannacci as an alternate member of the Historic District Commission with a term to expire on December 31, 2021. Motion: David Abramson Second: Lise King Roll Call Vote David Abramson: Aye John Golden: Aye Robert Anthony: Aye Lise King: Aye Louise Venden: Aye.” (Motion: Abramson, second: King)
C. Refer draft Code of Conduct to Board and Committee Members to solicit feedback.
Refer the Policy Code of Conduct for Boards/Commissions/Committees to Board and Committee members to solicit feedback
Move that the Select Board vote to refer the Policy Code of Conduct for Boards/Commissions/Committees to Board and Committee members to solicit feedback.
Yes: Abramson, Anthony, Golden, KingNo: Venden
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to refer the Policy Code of Conduct for Boards/Commissions/Committees to Board and Committee members to solicit feedback. Motion: David Abramson Second: John Golden For Discussion: Member Venden and Member King expressed concerns soliciting feedback from all the board and committee members. Vice Chair Golden and Member Anthony supported soliciting feedback. Roll Call David Abramson: Aye John Golden: Aye Robert Anthony: Aye Lise King: Aye Louise Venden: No.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Golden)
1. January 25, 2021 6 pm
Approve the minutes of: January 25, 2021 6 pm (Regular) [ ] as printed [x ] with changes so noted
Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: January 25, 2021 6 pm (Regular) [ ] as printed [x ] with changes so noted
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: January 25, 2021 6 pm (Regular) [ ] as printed [x ] with changes so noted Motion: David Abramson Second: Robert Anthony Roll Call Vote Chair David Abramson: Aye Vice Chair John Golden: Aye Robert Anthony: Aye Lise King: Aye Louise Venden: Aye.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Anthony)
8. Executive Session Motion
Go into Executive Session pursuant to MGL c30A Section 21 (a) Claus (1) and (7) (Open Meeting Law) for the purpose of: Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(1), To discuss the...
MOVE that the Select Board vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to MGL c30A Section 21 (a) Claus (1) and (7) (Open Meeting Law) for the purpose of: Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(1), To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L c. 30A, §21(a)(7), To comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements. and to convene in open session thereafter.
The minutes do not say who made or seconded this motion.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to MGL c30A Section 21 (a) Claus (1) and (7) (Open Meeting Law) for the purpose of: Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(1), To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L c. 30A, §21(a)(7), To comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements. and to convene in open session thereafter. Roll Call Vote: David Abramson: Aye Robert Anthony: Aye John Golden: Aye Lise King: Aye Louise Venden: Aye.”
Interim Town Manager finalize the Board's response to the Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Mr. Del Franco with Town Counsel consistent with the Board's discussion tonight and issue such...
Move that the Interim Town Manager finalize the Board's response to the Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Mr. Del Franco with Town Counsel consistent with the Board's discussion tonight and issue such response to Mr. Del Franco and the Division of Open Government in response to the complaint.
From the minutes
“Move that the Interim Town Manager finalize the Board's response to the Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Mr. Del Franco with Town Counsel consistent with the Board's discussion tonight and issue such response to Mr. Del Franco and the Division of Open Government in response to the complaint. Motion: David Abramson Second: Louise Venden Roll Call Vote Chair David Abramson: Aye Vice Chair John Golden: Aye Robert Anthony: Aye Lise King: Aye Louise Venden: Aye.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Venden)
Adjourn the meeting
Chair David Abramson motioned to adjourn
From the minutes
“Chair David Abramson motioned to adjourn Second: Louise Venden Roll Call Vote Chair David Abramson: Aye Vice Chair John Golden: Aye Robert Anthony: Aye Lise King: Aye Louise Venden: Aye.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Venden)
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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