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May 22, 2023
12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: David Abramson, John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller, Leslie Sandberg
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Elect Member David Abramson as Chair of the Select Board for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately and move that the Select Board vote to Member John Golden as the Vice Chair of the Select...
Move that the Select Board vote to elect Member David Abramson as Chair of the Select Board for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately and move that the Select Board vote to Member John Golden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to elect Member David Abramson as Chair of the Select Board for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately and move that the Select Board vote to Member John Golden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Erik Borg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Borg)
H. Approve parade permit request by Susan Pesaturo on behalf of the Pan-Mass Challenge Bike
Approve Letter to Cape Cod National Seashore to express concern and request a meeting related to the National Park Service Request for Proposals (RFP) for Eight Historic Dune Shacks
Move that the Select Board vote to approve Letter to Cape Cod National Seashore to express concern and request a meeting related to the National Park Service Request for Proposals (RFP) for Eight Historic Dune Shacks.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to approve Letter to Cape Cod National Seashore to express concern and request a meeting related to the National Park Service Request for Proposals (RFP) for Eight Historic Dune Shacks. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: John Golden Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Golden)
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda
Without further object, Chair Abramson waived the reading of the consent agenda and without objection was approved unanimously by the Select Board.
From the minutes
“Without further object, Chair Abramson waived the reading of the consent agenda and without objection was approved unanimously by the Select Board..”
A. Visitor Services Board - Regular: Carmen Da Silva (new)
Appoint Carmen Da Silva as a regular member on the Visitor Services Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2023
Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Carmen Da Silva as a regular member on the Visitor Services Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Carmen Da Silva as a regular member on the Visitor Services Board with a term to expire on June 30, 2023. Motion: Erik Borg Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Borg, second: Sandberg)
A. Board Liaisons
Appoint John Golden as Trustee to OPEB, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately
MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint John Golden as Trustee to OPEB, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint John Golden as Trustee to OPEB, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: Dave Abramson Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Sandberg)
Appoint Erik Borg as Liaison to Harbor Committee, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately
MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint Erik Borg as Liaison to Harbor Committee, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint Erik Borg as Liaison to Harbor Committee, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: John Golden Second: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Miller)
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.
From the minutes
“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: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
Appoint Austin Miller as Liaison to Community Housing Council, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately
MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint Austin Miller as Liaison to Community Housing Council, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to appoint Austin Miller as Liaison to Community Housing Council, for a term of one (1) year commencing immediately. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: John Golden Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Golden)
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.
From the minutes
“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: Austin Miller Second: John Golden Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Golden)
B. Board Trustee
Appoint Austin Miller as a trustee on the Year Round Market Rate Rental Housing Trust with a term to expire on December 31, 2025
Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Austin Miller as a trustee on the Year Round Market Rate Rental Housing Trust with a term to expire on December 31, 2025.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Austin Miller as a trustee on the Year Round Market Rate Rental Housing Trust with a term to expire on December 31, 2025. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Erik Borg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Borg)
6. Minutes - Approve minutes of previous meetings
Approve the minutes of: May 08, 2023 6:00 pm (Regular) [ X ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted 7
Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: May 08, 2023 6:00 pm (Regular) [ X ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted 7. Select Board Closing Matter - Topics to Include but not limited to: (Votes May be taken on the following items) Erik Borg - No comment. Austin Miller - Reiterated thanks to voters. Stated that this meeting's discussion and collaboration proved that the Board can work to get things done for the Town and that he is looking forward to the Housing Workshop. John Golden - "Happy Memorial Day." Leslie Sandberg - Thanked everyone for a wonderful meeting. David Abramson - Welcomed new members and stated he is looking forward to working on housing. Gave details on Memorial Day event being held at Doughboy. 8. Executive Session - Vote to go into Executive Session A. MGL c30A Sec 21(a) Clause 6 for the purpose of: To consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. B. MGL c30A Sec 21(a) Clause 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 or 10, to consider and approve previous executive session minutes. MOVE that the Select Board vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to: 1. MGL c30A Sec 21(a) Clause 6 for the purpose of: To consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body and the Chair has declared that open sess
The minutes do not say who made or seconded this motion.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: May 08, 2023 6:00 pm (Regular) [ X ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted 7. Select Board Closing Matter - Topics to Include but not limited to: (Votes May be taken on the following items) Erik Borg - No comment. Austin Miller - Reiterated thanks to voters. Stated that this meeting's discussion and collaboration proved that the Board can work to get things done for the Town and that he is looking forward to the Housing Workshop. John Golden - "Happy Memorial Day." Leslie Sandberg - Thanked everyone for a wonderful meeting. David Abramson - Welcomed new members and stated he is looking forward to working on housing. Gave details on Memorial Day event being held at Doughboy. 8. Executive Session - Vote to go into Executive Session A. MGL c30A Sec 21(a) Clause 6 for the purpose of: To consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. B. MGL c30A Sec 21(a) Clause 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 or 10, to consider and approve previous executive session minutes. MOVE that the Select Board vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to: 1. MGL c30A Sec 21(a) Clause 6 for the purpose of: To consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body and the Chair has declared that open session may have detrimental effect on the position of the Town. 2. MGL c30A Sec 21(a) Clause 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 or 10, to consider and approve previous executive session minutes. and to not convene in open session thereafter. Roll Call Vote: David Abramson: Aye John Golden: Aye Erik Borg: Aye Austin Miller: Aye Leslie Sandberg: Aye.”
2. MGL c30A Sec 21(a) Clause 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 or 10, to consider and approve previous executive session
Adjourn regular meeting
Motion to adjourn regular meeting
From the minutes
“Motion to adjourn regular meeting: JG LS Chair Abramson adjourned the meeting at 7:56 PM Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Sandberg)
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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