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January 13, 2025
9 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: David Abramson, John Golden, Austin Miller, Leslie Sandberg, Erik Borg
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A. Recreation Commission - Richard Gavranich, Michael Mercer
Appoint Michael Mercer as an Alternate Member on the Recreation Commission with a term to expire on December 31, 2027
Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Michael Mercer as an Alternate Member on the Recreation Commission with a term to expire on December 31, 2027.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to appoint Michael Mercer as an Alternate Member on the Recreation Commission with a term to expire on December 31, 2027. Motion: Erik Borg Second: John Golden Role: David Abramson - Aye John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 5-0-0 Approved.” (Motion: Borg, second: Golden)
A. Continued Traffic Hearing Proposal - Continue for further study until January 13,
Approve proposal from Town Staff to create and stripe one legal parking space sized 18 feet long and 8 feet wide with No Parking crosshatch in front and behind of this space to prevent parking for...
MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve proposal from Town Staff to create and stripe one legal parking space sized 18 feet long and 8 feet wide with No Parking crosshatch in front and behind of this space to prevent parking for more than one vehicle at the section of Pearl and Bradford Street.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve proposal from Town Staff to create and stripe one legal parking space sized 18 feet long and 8 feet wide with No Parking crosshatch in front and behind of this space to prevent parking for more than one vehicle at the section of Pearl and Bradford Street. Motion: John Golden Second: Austin Miller Role: David Abramson - Aye John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 5-0-0 Approved.” (Motion: Golden, second: Miller)
After further discussion and comments taken from the applicant, neighborhood and Fire Chief James Roderick, the Board rescinded the previous motion
After further discussion and comments taken from the applicant, neighborhood and Fire Chief James Roderick, the Board rescinded the previous motion
The minutes give the count as 4-0-1, but the roll call reads: David Abramson yes, John Golden yes, Erik Borg yes, Austin Miller no, Leslie Sandberg yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“After further discussion and comments taken from the applicant, neighborhood and Fire Chief James Roderick, the Board rescinded the previous motion: Motion: David Abramson Second: John Golden Role: David Abramson - Aye John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Nay Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 4-0-1 Rescinded.” (Motion: Abramson, second: Golden)
Direct Town Staff to paint a crosshatch yellow "No Parking" area on Bradford St. from the corner of Pearl St. to the telephone pole near 155 Bradford St. and/or move or install additional "No...
Moved that the Select Board vote to direct Town Staff to paint a crosshatch yellow "No Parking" area on Bradford St. from the corner of Pearl St. to the telephone pole near 155 Bradford St. and/or move or install additional "No Parking" signage in the area to prevent cars from parking there.
The minutes give the count as 4-0-1, but the roll call reads: David Abramson yes, John Golden yes, Erik Borg yes, Austin Miller no, Leslie Sandberg yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Moved that the Select Board vote to direct Town Staff to paint a crosshatch yellow "No Parking" area on Bradford St. from the corner of Pearl St. to the telephone pole near 155 Bradford St. and/or move or install additional "No Parking" signage in the area to prevent cars from parking there. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: John Golden Role: David Abramson - Aye John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Nay Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 4-0-1 Approved.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Golden)
A. Presentation on Provincetown joining the Barnstable County Sheriff's Office Regional
Approve the transfer of Provincetown's 911 service and fire dispatch to the Barnstable County Emergency Communications Center
MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the transfer of Provincetown's 911 service and fire dispatch to the Barnstable County Emergency Communications Center.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the transfer of Provincetown's 911 service and fire dispatch to the Barnstable County Emergency Communications Center. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Role: David Abramson - Aye John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 5-0-0 Approved.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)
B. Firehouse #2 Renovation Update and Discussion - Town Manager & Public Works
Direct Town Staff to proceed with Option 1 for Firehouse 2 design and construction
Move that the Select Board vote to direct Town Staff to proceed with Option 1 for Firehouse 2 design and construction.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to direct Town Staff to proceed with Option 1 for Firehouse 2 design and construction. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: John Golden Role: David Abramson - Aye John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 5-0-0 Approved.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Golden)
C. MacMillan Pier Feasibility Study Update and Discussion - Jim Vincent, Jamie
Approve the MacMillan Pier Feasibility Study, Preferred Alternative, and direct the Department of Public Works and MacMillan Pier Commission to move forward with 30% design and permitting and to...
Move that the Select Board vote to approve the MacMillan Pier Feasibility Study, Preferred Alternative, and direct the Department of Public Works and MacMillan Pier Commission to move forward with 30% design and permitting and to explore all grant and other funding opportunities.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to approve the MacMillan Pier Feasibility Study, Preferred Alternative, and direct the Department of Public Works and MacMillan Pier Commission to move forward with 30% design and permitting and to explore all grant and other funding opportunities. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Role: David Abramson - Aye John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 5-0-0 Approved.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)
7. Minutes - Approve minutes of previous meetings
Approve the minutes of: December 9, 6pm (Regular) as printed
Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: December 9, 6pm (Regular) as printed.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: December 9, 6pm (Regular) as printed. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Role: David Abramson - Aye John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 5-0-0 Approved.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)
8. Select Board Closing Matter - Topics to Include but not limited to: No discussions or deliberations.
Adjourn: Austin Miller
Motion to Adjourn: Austin Miller
From the minutes
“Motion to Adjourn: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Role: David Abramson - Aye John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 5-0-0 Approved.” (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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