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December 11, 2023
14 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: David Abramson, John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller, Leslie Sandberg
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
D. End of Year Reappointments: Board of Health: Elise Cozzi; Susan Troyan; Historic District
Proclaim Thursday, December 14, 2023 as Ollie Ahmuty Day
Move that the Select Board vote to proclaim Thursday, December 14, 2023 as Ollie Ahmuty Day.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to proclaim Thursday, December 14, 2023 as Ollie Ahmuty Day. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda
Without objection the Chair declared the consent agenda approved.
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 Chair declared the consent agenda approved..”
A. EDP-23-3, 53 Bradford Street, Unit 1, by Nicholas Dennis to increase the assigned Title 5 flow to the existing
Approve Economic Development Permit 23-3 by Nicholas Dennis based on findings that the proposed use is consistent with the criteria set forth in Selectmen's Policy 2019-09-23, subject to the...
Move that the Select Board vote to approve Economic Development Permit 23-3 by Nicholas Dennis 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.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to approve Economic Development Permit 23-3 by Nicholas Dennis 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: Erik Borg Second: John Golden Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Borg, second: Golden)
B. EDP-21-2, 179 Commercial Street, Unit 1, by 179 Commercial LLC to increase the assigned Title 5 flow to
Approve Economic Development Permit 21-2 179 Commercial LLC based on findings that the proposed use is consistent with the criteria set forth in Selectmen's Policy 2019- 09-23, subject to the...
Move that the Select Board vote to approve Economic Development Permit 21-2 179 Commercial LLC 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.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to approve Economic Development Permit 21-2 179 Commercial LLC 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: Leslie Sandberg Second: John Golden Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Golden)
A. Sewer Expansion Project & Funding Updates - DPW Director Jim Vincent, Town Manager
Approve AECOM Contract Amendment CA#22-2 for continuing engineering services for design and permitting for Treatment Plant upgrades (Phase 6)
MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve AECOM Contract Amendment CA#22-2 for continuing engineering services for design and permitting for Treatment Plant upgrades (Phase 6). Jerome Smith Pump Station (Phase 7). Motta Field disposal beds including recharge rate for existing beds (Phase 7). Central Vacuum Station (Modernization and Replacement).
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve AECOM Contract Amendment CA#22-2 for continuing engineering services for design and permitting for Treatment Plant upgrades (Phase 6). Jerome Smith Pump Station (Phase 7). Motta Field disposal beds including recharge rate for existing beds (Phase 7). Central Vacuum Station (Modernization and Replacement). Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
Approve the following five properties as "public service uses" eligible for a delayed betterment, to be forwarded to the Water & Sewer Board who will formally approve the Public Hearing Notice at...
2. MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the following five properties as "public service uses" eligible for a delayed betterment, to be forwarded to the Water & Sewer Board who will formally approve the Public Hearing Notice at their December 14th, 2023 Meeting. 1. 207 Route 6 (The Barracks) 2. 3 Jerome Smith Rd. 3. 53 Bradford St. 4. 63 Shank Painter Rd. 5. 12 Winthrop St
From the minutes
“2. MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the following five properties as "public service uses" eligible for a delayed betterment, to be forwarded to the Water & Sewer Board who will formally approve the Public Hearing Notice at their December 14th, 2023 Meeting. 1. 207 Route 6 (The Barracks) 2. 3 Jerome Smith Rd. 3. 53 Bradford St. 4. 63 Shank Painter Rd. 5. 12 Winthrop St Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
5. 12 Winthrop St
Affirm the Sewer Team's recommendation that the Water & Sewer Board set the estimated and actual assessment rate for the Phase 6 betterment at $65/GPD at a Public Hearing to be held on January...
3. MOVE that the Select Board vote to affirm the Sewer Team's recommendation that the Water & Sewer Board set the estimated and actual assessment rate for the Phase 6 betterment at $65/GPD at a Public Hearing to be held on January 4th, 2024 and implement the other fee changes and policies that Town Meeting voters directed the Town to do with their approval of Article 5 at the November 2022 Special Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“3. MOVE that the Select Board vote to affirm the Sewer Team's recommendation that the Water & Sewer Board set the estimated and actual assessment rate for the Phase 6 betterment at $65/GPD at a Public Hearing to be held on January 4th, 2024 and implement the other fee changes and policies that Town Meeting voters directed the Town to do with their approval of Article 5 at the November 2022 Special Town Meeting. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
B. Tourism Department to review the FY25-FY29 Five Year Plan- Tourism Director Tony Fuccillo,
Approve the Visitor Services Board's recommended Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Plan for Tourism Fund Expenditures
MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the Visitor Services Board's recommended Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Plan for Tourism Fund Expenditures
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the Visitor Services Board's recommended Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Plan for Tourism Fund Expenditures Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)
C. BOH Opioid Settlement Discussion -Health Director Lezli Rowell, Alex Nelson Outer Cape
Accept the 2024 programming proposal from the Outer Cape Opioid working group, and 2
1. MOVE that the Select Board vote to accept the 2024 programming proposal from the Outer Cape Opioid working group, and 2. MOVE that the Select Board vote to direct the Town Manager to direct the health department staff to continue working with Eastham, Wellfleet and Truro counterparts to develop a Memorandum of Agreement regionally pooling opioid settlement resources to develop programming, and share in the oversight and implementation
From the minutes
“1. MOVE that the Select Board vote to accept the 2024 programming proposal from the Outer Cape Opioid working group, and 2. MOVE that the Select Board vote to direct the Town Manager to direct the health department staff to continue working with Eastham, Wellfleet and Truro counterparts to develop a Memorandum of Agreement regionally pooling opioid settlement resources to develop programming, and share in the oversight and implementation Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Erick Borg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Borg)
7. Minutes - Approve minutes of previous meetings
Approve the minutes of: November 6, 2023 6 pm (Traffic Hearing) [ X] as printed [ ] with changes so noted
Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: November 6, 2023 6 pm (Traffic Hearing) [ X] as printed [ ] with changes so noted
The minutes give the count as 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (David Abramson, John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller and Leslie Sandberg). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: November 6, 2023 6 pm (Traffic Hearing) [ X] as printed [ ] with changes so noted Motion: Austin Miller Second: John Golden Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Golden)
November 13, 2023 6 pm (Regular) [ X ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted
November 13, 2023 6 pm (Regular) [ X ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted
The minutes give the count as 4-0, but 5 members were present for this vote (David Abramson, John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller and Leslie Sandberg). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“November 13, 2023 6 pm (Regular) [ X ] as printed [ ] with changes so noted Motion: Austin Miller Second: John Golden Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Golden)
A. Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 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,...
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 and MGL c. 30A, Section 21(a)(4): To discuss the deployment of security personnel or devices, or strategies with respect thereto.
From the minutes
“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 and MGL c. 30A, Section 21(a)(4): To discuss the deployment of security personnel or devices, or strategies with respect thereto. Motion: Austin Miller Second: John Golden 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: Golden)
B. MGL c30A Sec 21(a) Clause 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 or 10, to consider and approve previous
Go into executive session
And to reconvene in open session thereafter for possible votes.
From the minutes
“And to reconvene in open session thereafter for possible votes. Motion: Austin Miller Second: John Golden 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: Golden)
Approve the employment agreement between the Town of Provincetown and Alex Morse
Move to approve the employment agreement between the Town of Provincetown and Alex Morse.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the employment agreement between the Town of Provincetown and Alex Morse. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Roll Call Vote: David Abramson: Aye John Golden: Aye Erik Borg: Aye Austin Miller: Aye Leslie Sandberg: Aye Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
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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