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Provincetown Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

May 13, 2024

8 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: David Abramson, John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller, Leslie Sandberg

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

A. Request by Jean Marino, as voted on at the Annual Town Meeting to change the stop

Approve the proposal as presented by Town Staff with the study to potentially move the stop line

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to Approve the proposal as presented by Town Staff with the study to potentially move the stop line.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to Approve the proposal as presented by Town Staff with the study to potentially move the stop line. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

B. Economic Development Permit Application by Christopher J. Snow, Esq. (applicant) on

Approve Economic Development Permit 24-1 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...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to approve Economic Development Permit 24-1 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.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to approve Economic Development Permit 24-1 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: John Golden Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Sandberg)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

C. Application by Bradford Walker requesting approval to install a new 17.3-foot driveway

Approve application by Bradford Walker requesting approval to install a new 17.3-foot driveway and relocating an existing 29-foot curb cut approximately 11 feet Eastward, on Commercial Street for...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve application by Bradford Walker requesting approval to install a new 17.3-foot driveway and relocating an existing 29-foot curb cut approximately 11 feet Eastward, on Commercial Street for the property located at 21 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA to access the property for parking (Assessor's Map 5-3, Parcel 3) as revised and with conditions presented by the Community Development Director in drawing A4-ALT dated 04/25/24.

From the minutes

“MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve application by Bradford Walker requesting approval to install a new 17.3-foot driveway and relocating an existing 29-foot curb cut approximately 11 feet Eastward, on Commercial Street for the property located at 21 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA to access the property for parking (Assessor's Map 5-3, Parcel 3) as revised and with conditions presented by the Community Development Director in drawing A4-ALT dated 04/25/24. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: John Golden Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Golden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

2. Discussion on General Bylaws pertaining to modes of transportation on Commercial

Direct the Licensing Board to develop regulations for modes of transit including pedicabs, bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, and other related devices both motorized and non-motorized

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to direct the Licensing Board to develop regulations for modes of transit including pedicabs, bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, and other related devices both motorized and non-motorized. Regulations could include a limit on the number of licenses, types of vehicles offered, hours of operation, age limits, speed limits, geographic boundaries, video, and handouts, issuing fines to individuals and companies, whether or not remote rentals should be changed and to ask the Town Counsel regarding liability matters based on the outcome of its comprehensive review and input by Town Staff and the public.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to direct the Licensing Board to develop regulations for modes of transit including pedicabs, bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, and other related devices both motorized and non-motorized. Regulations could include a limit on the number of licenses, types of vehicles offered, hours of operation, age limits, speed limits, geographic boundaries, video, and handouts, issuing fines to individuals and companies, whether or not remote rentals should be changed and to ask the Town Counsel regarding liability matters based on the outcome of its comprehensive review and input by Town Staff and the public. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second John Golden Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Golden)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

B. Town Manager Alex Morse's 3 Year Evaluation - Select Board

Establish Town Manager Alex Morse's annual performance score as a 4 (exceeds expectations/goals)

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board vote to establish Town Manager Alex Morse's annual performance score as a 4 (exceeds expectations/goals).

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board vote to establish Town Manager Alex Morse's annual performance score as a 4 (exceeds expectations/goals). Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

D. Pier Department Discussion - Town Manager, Alex Morse.

Pursuant to Chapter 4, Section 3b of the Town Charter, vote to accept the reorganization plan presented by the Town Manager and to approve the creation of the MacMillan Pier Department, effective...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board, pursuant to Chapter 4, Section 3b of the Town Charter, vote to accept the reorganization plan presented by the Town Manager and to approve the creation of the MacMillan Pier Department, effective July 1, 2024.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board, pursuant to Chapter 4, Section 3b of the Town Charter, vote to accept the reorganization plan presented by the Town Manager and to approve the creation of the MacMillan Pier Department, effective July 1, 2024. Motion: John Golden Second: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Miller)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

7. Minutes - Approve minutes of previous meetings

Approve the minutes of: May 13, 2024 6pm (Regular) as printed

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: May 13, 2024 6pm (Regular) as printed.

From the minutes

“Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: May 13, 2024 6pm (Regular) as printed. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

8. Select Board Closing Matter - Topics to Include but not limited to

Adjourn: John Golden Austin Miller

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Motion to adjourn: John Golden Austin Miller

From the minutes

“Motion to adjourn: John Golden Austin Miller Vote 5-0-0.” (Motion: Golden, second: Miller)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

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