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13 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Start my ballot →Present: David Abramson, John Golden, Robert Anthony, Leslie Sandberg, Louise Venden
Absent: None
As Commissioners of the Francis Scholarship Fund (#8407), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay the following scholarships as recommended by the Scholarship and...
MOVE that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Francis Scholarship Fund (#8407), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay the following scholarships as recommended by the Scholarship and Trust Administration Committee: $7,500.00 to Christina Egeli $7,500.00 to James Souza
“MOVE that the Select Board vote, as Commissioners of the Francis Scholarship Fund (#8407), pursuant to MGL C44 § 53A, to approve the use of gifted funds to pay the following scholarships as recommended by the Scholarship and Trust Administration Committee: $7,500.00 to Christina Egeli $7,500.00 to James Souza Motion: John Golden Second: Louise Venden VOTE: 5 Yeas.” (Motion: Golden, second: Venden)
Proclaim June 30, 2022 as Ann Maguire Day in the Town of Provincetown
Move that the Select Board vote to proclaim June 30, 2022 as Ann Maguire Day in the Town of Provincetown.
“Move that the Select Board vote to proclaim June 30, 2022 as Ann Maguire Day in the Town of Provincetown. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Robert Anthony VOTE: 5 Yeas.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Anthony)
Approve parade permit application by Mary DeAngelis
Move that the Select Board vote to approve parade permit application by Mary DeAngelis.
The minutes give only the count (1-3-1), not how each member voted.
“Move that the Select Board vote to approve parade permit application by Mary DeAngelis. Motion: Louise Venden Second: Robert Anthony Vote: 1 Yea 3 Nay 1 Abstain.” (Motion: Venden, second: Anthony)
Approve contract with National Painting Service, LLC in the amount of $107,000 to cover cost associated with the painting of the exterior of the Provincetown Library
Move that the Select Board vote to approve contract with National Painting Service, LLC in the amount of $107,000 to cover cost associated with the painting of the exterior of the Provincetown Library.
“Move that the Select Board vote to approve contract with National Painting Service, LLC in the amount of $107,000 to cover cost associated with the painting of the exterior of the Provincetown Library. Motion: David Abramson Second: Robert Anthony Vote: 5 Yeas.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Anthony)
Sign a commitment letter with The Community Builders in the amount of $3,000,000
Move that the Select Board vote to sign a commitment letter with The Community Builders in the amount of $3,000,000.
“Move that the Select Board vote to sign a commitment letter with The Community Builders in the amount of $3,000,000. Motion: David Abramson Second: Louise Venden Yea:5 Nay: 0 Abstain:0.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Venden)
Approve the proposed hourly rate increase as discussed and recommend by the Town Manager, effective in the next payroll schedule and direct Town staff to update relevant job advertisements
Move that the Select Board approve the proposed hourly rate increase as discussed and recommend by the Town Manager, effective in the next payroll schedule and direct Town staff to update relevant job advertisements.
The minutes say the motion passed but do not give a count or say how each member voted.
“Move that the Select Board approve the proposed hourly rate increase as discussed and recommend by the Town Manager, effective in the next payroll schedule and direct Town staff to update relevant job advertisements. Motion: David Abramson Second: Robert Anthony Yea: Nay: 0 Abstain:0.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Anthony)
Appoint John Golden as Liaison to OPEB, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately
MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint John Golden as Liaison to OPEB, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint John Golden as Liaison to OPEB, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Robert Anthony Yea:5 Nay: 0 Abstain:0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Anthony)
Appoint John Golden as Liaison to Harbor Committee, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately
MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint John Golden as Liaison to Harbor Committee, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint John Golden as Liaison to Harbor Committee, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Louise Venden Yea:5 Nay: 0 Abstain:0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Venden)
Appoint John Golden as Liaison to Provincetown Public Pier Corp, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately
MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint John Golden as Liaison to Provincetown Public Pier Corp, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint John Golden as Liaison to Provincetown Public Pier Corp, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Louise Venden Yea:5 Nay: 0 Abstain:0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Venden)
Appoint Leslie Sandberg as Liaison to Community Housing Council, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately
MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint Leslie Sandberg as Liaison to Community Housing Council, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint Leslie Sandberg as Liaison to Community Housing Council, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: Louise Venden Second: Robert Anthony Yea: 5 Nay: 0 Abstain:0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Anthony)
Appoint Leslie Sandberg as the Liaison to Cape Cod and Island Selectman and Councilor's Association, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately
Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Leslie Sandberg as the Liaison to Cape Cod and Island Selectman and Councilor's Association, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.
“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Leslie Sandberg as the Liaison to Cape Cod and Island Selectman and Councilor's Association, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: John Golden Second: Louise Venden Yea: 5 Nay: 0 Abstain:0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Venden)
Award Town Manager Alex Morse an annual merit increase of 4% to be backdated to April 5th, 2022
Move that the Select Board vote to award Town Manager Alex Morse an annual merit increase of 4% to be backdated to April 5th, 2022.
“Move that the Select Board vote to award Town Manager Alex Morse an annual merit increase of 4% to be backdated to April 5th, 2022. Motion: Louise Venden Second: John Golden Yea:5 Nay: 0 Abstain:0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Golden)
Extend the meeting past 10 pm and continue items 5 and 6 until the next meeting
Motion to extend the meeting past 10 pm and continue items 5 and 6 until the next meeting. G. Licensing agreement with Mama Matcha - Use of Town Hall Lawn - Outdoor Seating Town Manager Alex Morse presented the licensing agreement to the Select Board. Move that the Select Board vote to deny the temporary outdoor dining license on Town Hall Lawn to the allow Mama Matcha to use 18 seats between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm, as depicted in plan submitted and further for Town Staff to develop a policy to evaluate the use to Town Hall Lawn.
The minutes give only the count (4-1), not how each member voted.
“Motion to extend the meeting past 10 pm and continue items 5 and 6 until the next meeting. G. Licensing agreement with Mama Matcha - Use of Town Hall Lawn - Outdoor Seating Town Manager Alex Morse presented the licensing agreement to the Select Board. Move that the Select Board vote to deny the temporary outdoor dining license on Town Hall Lawn to the allow Mama Matcha to use 18 seats between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm, as depicted in plan submitted and further for Town Staff to develop a policy to evaluate the use to Town Hall Lawn. Motion: Louise Venden Second: Robert Anthony For discussion: John Golden is in support of allowing Mama Matcha to utilize the Town Hall Lawn for their restaurant. Yea:4 Nay: 1 Abstain:0.” (Motion: Venden, second: Anthony)
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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