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June 24, 2024
2 meetings this evening, 14 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Start my ballot →Provincetown Select Board · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Present: David Abramson, John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller, Leslie Sandberg
Absent: None
10 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda
The Consent Agenda was approved without objection. Items 00H and 00J were pulled. The following motions
The minutes say this was approved "without objection" and do not record a count or how each member voted.
From the minutes
“The Consent Agenda was approved without objection. Items 00H and 00J were pulled. The following motions were made:.”
J. End of Year Reappointments: Animal Welfare Committee - Patrick O'Hern, Elizabeth
Approve the Select Board 2024-06-24 - Policy Relating to Town Board remote participation as revised
00H - Move that the Select Board vote to approve the Select Board 2024-06-24 - Policy Relating to Town Board remote participation as revised.
From the minutes
“00H - Move that the Select Board vote to approve the Select Board 2024-06-24 - Policy Relating to Town Board remote participation as revised. Motion: Dave Abramson Second: Leslie Sandberg 5-0-0 Approved.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Sandberg)
End of Year Reappointments: Animal Welfare Committee - Patrick O'Hern, Elizabeth Brooke; Community Housing Council - Kevin Moss, Fran Coco; Community Preservation Committee - Charles Roberts,...
00J - End of Year Reappointments: Animal Welfare Committee - Patrick O'Hern, Elizabeth Brooke; Community Housing Council - Kevin Moss, Fran Coco; Community Preservation Committee - Charles Roberts, Alfred Famiglietti, Daniel Hammond; Harbor Committee - Regina Binder; Human Services Committee - Donna Cooper, Joseph Murphy; Open Space Committee - William Mullin. Applicant Alfred Famiglietti has not yet received a reappointment from the Conservation Commission. Applicant Regina Binder, and others will be interviewed for the Harbor Committee on July 22, 2024.
From the minutes
“00J - End of Year Reappointments: Animal Welfare Committee - Patrick O'Hern, Elizabeth Brooke; Community Housing Council - Kevin Moss, Fran Coco; Community Preservation Committee - Charles Roberts, Alfred Famiglietti, Daniel Hammond; Harbor Committee - Regina Binder; Human Services Committee - Donna Cooper, Joseph Murphy; Open Space Committee - William Mullin. Applicant Alfred Famiglietti has not yet received a reappointment from the Conservation Commission. Applicant Regina Binder, and others will be interviewed for the Harbor Committee on July 22, 2024. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)
B. Scholarship and Trust Administration Committee - Stephanie Cave
Appoint Stephanie Cave as a Regular member on the Scholarship + Trust Administration Committee with a term to expire on December 31, 2024
Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Stephanie Cave as a Regular member on the Scholarship + Trust Administration Committee with a term to expire on December 31, 2024.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Stephanie Cave as a Regular member on the Scholarship + Trust Administration Committee with a term to expire on December 31, 2024. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
A. Review proposal from Town Staff to consider the creation of a "Walk Only Zone" that
Indefinitely postpone the hearing to implement the creation of a "Walk Only Zone" that would prohibit bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, and any other motorized devices, other than motor...
Move that the Select Board vote to indefinitely postpone the hearing to implement the creation of a "Walk Only Zone" that would prohibit bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, and any other motorized devices, other than motor vehicles, from traveling on Commercial St. between Center Street and Masonic Place in Provincetown. The proposal would require anyone on a pedal bike, e-bike, scooter, or other similar wheeled or electric-powered devices of any kind to dismount and walk through this area from Memorial Day through Labor Day each year. Pedestrians, motor vehicles, and wheelchairs would continue to be allowed to travel through this area.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to indefinitely postpone the hearing to implement the creation of a "Walk Only Zone" that would prohibit bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, and any other motorized devices, other than motor vehicles, from traveling on Commercial St. between Center Street and Masonic Place in Provincetown. The proposal would require anyone on a pedal bike, e-bike, scooter, or other similar wheeled or electric-powered devices of any kind to dismount and walk through this area from Memorial Day through Labor Day each year. Pedestrians, motor vehicles, and wheelchairs would continue to be allowed to travel through this area. Motion: David Abramson Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Sandberg)
B. Review proposal from Town Staff to consider amending Section 8-8-4 of the Town of
Amend section 8-8-4 of the Town of Provincetown Traffic and Parking Regulations to include the following definition: ''Class 1 electric bicycle'', an electric bicycle or tricycle equipped with a...
MOVE that the Select Board vote to amend section 8-8-4 of the Town of Provincetown Traffic and Parking Regulations to include the following definition: ''Class 1 electric bicycle'', an electric bicycle or tricycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. ''Class 2 electric bicycle'', an electric bicycle or tricycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle and that is not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to amend section 8-8-4 of the Town of Provincetown Traffic and Parking Regulations to include the following definition: ''Class 1 electric bicycle'', an electric bicycle or tricycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. ''Class 2 electric bicycle'', an electric bicycle or tricycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle and that is not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Erik Borg Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Borg)
C. Application by Marissa Jackson on behalf of Eversource Energy requesting permission
[approve][deny] a request to to install 5' +/- 1-4" conduit from pole 1/28 to handhole 1/28H under the sidewalk at 119 Commercial St. in accordance with the plan filed herewith marked Plan NO....
Move that the Select Board vote to [approve][deny] a request to to install 5' +/- 1-4" conduit from pole 1/28 to handhole 1/28H under the sidewalk at 119 Commercial St. in accordance with the plan filed herewith marked Plan NO. 17092560 dated May 10, 2024.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to [approve][deny] a request to to install 5' +/- 1-4" conduit from pole 1/28 to handhole 1/28H under the sidewalk at 119 Commercial St. in accordance with the plan filed herewith marked Plan NO. 17092560 dated May 10, 2024. Motion: Austin Miller Second: John Golden Vote: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Golden)
A. FY2025 Town Manager Goals and Deliverables
Approve and adopt the FY 2025 Town Wide Goals, and Town Manager Goals
MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve and adopt the FY 2025 Town Wide Goals, and Town Manager Goals.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve and adopt the FY 2025 Town Wide Goals, and Town Manager Goals. Motion: Erik Borg Second: Leslie Sandberg Vote 5-0-0.” (Motion: Borg, second: Sandberg)
7. Minutes - Approve minutes of previous meetings
Approve the minutes of: June 10, 2024 6pm (Regular) with changes so noted
Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: June 10, 2024 6pm (Regular) with changes so noted.
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: June 10, 2024 6pm (Regular) with changes so noted. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
B. MGL c30A, Section 21(a), clauses 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 8 - To Consider the approval
Go into Executive Session pursuant to: A. MGL c30A, Section 21(a), Clause 1 - To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an...
MOVE that the Select Board vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to: A. MGL c30A, Section 21(a), Clause 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, employee, staff member or individual B. MGL c30A, Section 21(a), clauses 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 8 - To Consider the approval and/or release of Executive Session Minutes. and to not reconvene in open session thereafter. Motion to adjourn Open Session and Enter into Executive Session: Austin Miller Erik Borg
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to: A. MGL c30A, Section 21(a), Clause 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, employee, staff member or individual B. MGL c30A, Section 21(a), clauses 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 8 - To Consider the approval and/or release of Executive Session Minutes. and to not reconvene in open session thereafter. Motion to adjourn Open Session and Enter into Executive Session: Austin Miller Erik Borg Vote 5-0-0 Roll Call: Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye John Golden - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye David Abramson - Aye.” (Motion: Miller, second: Borg)
Provincetown Select Board · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Present: John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller, Leslie Sandberg
Absent: David Abramson
4 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda
The Consent Agenda was approved without objection.
The minutes say this was approved "without objection" and do not record a count or how each member voted.
From the minutes
“The Consent Agenda was approved without objection..”
A. Review amended application by Jay Abbiuso on behalf of Cynthia Luster requesting
Approve the amended application by Jay Abbiuso on behalf of Cynthia Luster requesting approval to create a 14 foot curb cut on Commercial Street for the property located at 624 Commercial Street...
Move that the Select Board vote to approve the amended application by Jay Abbiuso on behalf of Cynthia Luster requesting approval to create a 14 foot curb cut on Commercial Street for the property located at 624 Commercial Street for a new driveway to access the property. (Assessor's Map 15-3, Parcel 70A) to June 10th, 2024.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to approve the amended application by Jay Abbiuso on behalf of Cynthia Luster requesting approval to create a 14 foot curb cut on Commercial Street for the property located at 624 Commercial Street for a new driveway to access the property. (Assessor's Map 15-3, Parcel 70A) to June 10th, 2024. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
7. Minutes - Approve minutes of previous meetings
Approve the minutes of: May 28, 2024 6pm (Regular) as printed
Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: May 28, 2024 6pm (Regular) as printed.
The minutes give the count as 3-0, 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 approve the minutes of: May 28, 2024 6pm (Regular) as printed. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Erik Borg Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Borg)
A. MGL c30A, Section 21(a), clauses 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 8 - To Consider the approval
Adjourn Open Session and Enter into Executive Session: Austin Miller Leslie Sandberg
Motion to adjourn Open Session and Enter into Executive Session: Austin Miller Leslie Sandberg
From the minutes
“Motion to adjourn Open Session and Enter into Executive Session: Austin Miller Leslie Sandberg Vote 4-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, 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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