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July 24, 2023
12 recorded votes, 11 with disagreement.
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Present: John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller, Leslie Sandberg
Absent: David Abramson
Every vote, in order
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda
Chair Dave Abramson requested to pull 00E and 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
“Chair Dave Abramson requested to pull 00E and without further object, Chair Abramson waived the reading of the consent agenda and without objection was approved unanimously by the Select Board..”
A. Year-Round Market Rate Rental Housing Trust-Regular (2 positions open): Thomas Trykowski
Appoint Thomas Trykowski as a regular member of the YRMRRHT with a term to expire on December 31, 2026
Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Thomas Trykowski as a regular member of the YRMRRHT with a term to expire on December 31, 2026
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller and Leslie Sandberg). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Thomas Trykowski as a regular member of the YRMRRHT with a term to expire on December 31, 2026 Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)
Appoint Meg Stewart as a regular member of the YRMRRHT with a term to expire on December 31, 2024
Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Meg Stewart as a regular member of the YRMRRHT with a term to expire on December 31, 2024
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller and Leslie Sandberg). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Meg Stewart as a regular member of the YRMRRHT with a term to expire on December 31, 2024 Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
B. Harbor Committee-Alternate: Michael Chute (new)
Appoint Michael Chute as an alternate member of the Harbor Committee with a term to expire on June 30, 2025
Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Michael Chute as an alternate member of the Harbor Committee with a term to expire on June 30, 2025
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller and Leslie Sandberg). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Michael Chute as an alternate member of the Harbor Committee with a term to expire on June 30, 2025 Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Erik Borg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Borg)
C. Zoning Board of Appeals - Alternate: Kenneth Sutton (previous member)
Appoint Kenneth Sutton as an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire on December 31, 2025
Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Kenneth Sutton as an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire on December 31, 2025
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller and Leslie Sandberg). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Kenneth Sutton as an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire on December 31, 2025 Motion: Erik Borg Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Borg, second: Sandberg)
A. Installation of Electrical Equipment - Application by Marissa Jackson on behalf of
Approve a request to install 9' +/- of 2-4" conduit encased in concrete from pole 122/1 to handhole 1/H9 to customer at #16 Jerome Smith Road in accordance with the plan submitted
Move that the Select Board vote to approve a request to install 9' +/- of 2-4" conduit encased in concrete from pole 122/1 to handhole 1/H9 to customer at #16 Jerome Smith Road in accordance with the plan submitted.
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller and Leslie Sandberg). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to approve a request to install 9' +/- of 2-4" conduit encased in concrete from pole 122/1 to handhole 1/H9 to customer at #16 Jerome Smith Road in accordance with the plan submitted. Motion: Austin Miller Second: John Golden Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Golden)
B. EDP 23-4, 12 Winthrop Street, by Christopher J. Snow, Esq. (applicant) on behalf of
Approve Economic Development Permit 23-04 by Christopher Snow (applicant) on behalf of Mercury Hotel Propco LLC (owner) based on findings that the proposed use is consistent with the criteria set...
Move that the Select Board vote to approve Economic Development Permit 23-04 by Christopher Snow (applicant) on behalf of Mercury Hotel Propco LLC (owner) based on findings that the proposed use is consistent with the criteria set forth in Selectmen's Policy 2019-09-23, subject to the attached permit with conditions as submitted.
The minutes give only the count (2-3), not how each member voted. 4 members were present.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to approve Economic Development Permit 23-04 by Christopher Snow (applicant) on behalf of Mercury Hotel Propco LLC (owner) based on findings that the proposed use is consistent with the criteria set forth in Selectmen's Policy 2019-09-23, subject to the attached permit with conditions as submitted. Motion: Austin Miller Second: John Golden Vote: 2-3-0 (motion failed).” (Motion: Miller, second: Golden)
B. 26 Shank Painter/15 Brown Street redevelopment
Award the sale of the Town-owned properties located at 26 Shank Painter Road and 15 Brown Street to ESP LLC for the development of rental housing thereon, subject to the parties entering into a...
MOVED to award the sale of the Town-owned properties located at 26 Shank Painter Road and 15 Brown Street to ESP LLC for the development of rental housing thereon, subject to the parties entering into a satisfactory [Purchase and Sale Agreement and] Land Development Agreement with ESP LLC within the time set forth in the Request for Proposals
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller and Leslie Sandberg). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOVED to award the sale of the Town-owned properties located at 26 Shank Painter Road and 15 Brown Street to ESP LLC for the development of rental housing thereon, subject to the parties entering into a satisfactory [Purchase and Sale Agreement and] Land Development Agreement with ESP LLC within the time set forth in the Request for Proposals Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
7. Minutes - Approve minutes of previous meetings
Approve the minutes of: June 20, 2023 6 pm (Special) [X ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 26, 2023 6 pm (Regular) [ ] as printed [ X ] with changes so noted
Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: June 20, 2023 6 pm (Special) [X ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 26, 2023 6 pm (Regular) [ ] as printed [ X ] with changes so noted
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not how each member voted. 4 members were present.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: June 20, 2023 6 pm (Special) [X ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted June 26, 2023 6 pm (Regular) [ ] as printed [ X ] with changes so noted Motion: John Golden Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Golden, second: Sandberg)
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
Go into Executive Session pursuant to: 1
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 reconvene in open session thereafter for possible votes.
The roll call lists David Abramson, but the minutes show this member as not present (David Abramson is not on the attendance line). Showing the count only. The minutes name David Abramson as the mover, but David Abramson is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the 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 reconvene in open session thereafter for possible votes. Motion: Dave Abramson Second: Leslie Sandberg Roll Call Vote: David Abramson: Aye John Golden: Aye Erik Borg: Aye Austin Miller: Aye Leslie Sandberg: Aye.” (second: Sandberg)
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
24 Nelson Ave.: Moved, to enter into a purchase and sale agreement with 24 Nelson Avenue, LLC for the purchase of property located at 24 Nelson Avenue for consideration of $765,000, subject to...
24 Nelson Ave.: Moved, to enter into a purchase and sale agreement with 24 Nelson Avenue, LLC for the purchase of property located at 24 Nelson Avenue for consideration of $765,000, subject to Town Meeting authorization and appropriation, among other conditions, for the development of affordable and community housing, and to execute the purchase and sale agreement provided by Town Counsel.
The roll call lists David Abramson, but the minutes show this member as not present (David Abramson is not on the attendance line). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“24 Nelson Ave.: Moved, to enter into a purchase and sale agreement with 24 Nelson Avenue, LLC for the purchase of property located at 24 Nelson Avenue for consideration of $765,000, subject to Town Meeting authorization and appropriation, among other conditions, for the development of affordable and community housing, and to execute the purchase and sale agreement provided by Town Counsel. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Roll Call Vote: David Abramson: Aye John Golden: Aye Erik Borg: Aye Austin Miller: Aye Leslie Sandberg: Aye Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)
Adjourn regular meeting
Motion to adjourn regular meeting
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller and Leslie Sandberg). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion to adjourn regular meeting: JG LS Chair Dave Abramson adjourned the meeting at 8:51 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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