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October 14, 2025
9 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: John Golden, Erik Borg, Austin Miller, Leslie Sandberg
Absent: David Abramson
During the meeting:
- Leslie Sandberg joined the meeting after the consent agenda was passed.
Every vote, in order
Consent Agenda
Approve the consent agenda
Vice Chair John Golden declared the consent agenda approved without objection, aside from item 00F
The minutes say this was approved "without objection" and do not record a count or how each member voted. Leslie Sandberg had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Vice Chair John Golden declared the consent agenda approved without objection, aside from item 00F, which was pulled for a date amendment..”
G. Approve and sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the New England Police Benevolent
Approve and sign the contract with Coastal Custom Builders in the amount of $562,600 for the renovation of Fire House 2 as amended
MOVE that the Select Board vote to Approve and sign the contract with Coastal Custom Builders in the amount of $562,600 for the renovation of Fire House 2 as amended.
Leslie Sandberg had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to Approve and sign the contract with Coastal Custom Builders in the amount of $562,600 for the renovation of Fire House 2 as amended. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Erik Borg Vote: 3-0-0 Approved.” (Motion: Miller, second: Borg)
A. Dangerous Dog Show Cause Hearing: Page, Bellamy - A hearing is being held in
Pursuant to MGL Chapter 140, Section 157, to find that the canine Bellamy, owned by Margot Page, based on the facts introduced at this hearing, should be deemed a dangerous dog
MOVE that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL Chapter 140, Section 157, to find that the canine Bellamy, owned by Margot Page, based on the facts introduced at this hearing, should be deemed a dangerous dog. MOVE that the Select Board vote to issue an order as follows to canine owner Margot Page: 1) The dog is to be confined to the premises of the keeper of the dog, provided however, that confined shall mean securely and confined indoors or confined outdoors in a securely enclosed area or dog run area upon the premises of the owner or keeper provided further that such pen or dog run shall have a secure roof, And if such enclosure has no floor secured to the sides thereof, the sides shall be embedded into the ground for not less than two feet, and provided further that within the confines of such dog run a dog house or proper shelter from the elements shall be provided to protect the dog. 2) When removed from the premises of the owner or the premises of the person keeping the dog, the dog shall be securely and humanely muzzled and restrained with a chain or having a minimum tensile strength of 300 lbs. and not exceeding 3 feet in length.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL Chapter 140, Section 157, to find that the canine Bellamy, owned by Margot Page, based on the facts introduced at this hearing, should be deemed a dangerous dog. and MOVE that the Select Board vote to issue an order as follows to canine owner Margot Page: 1) The dog is to be confined to the premises of the keeper of the dog, provided however, that confined shall mean securely and confined indoors or confined outdoors in a securely enclosed area or dog run area upon the premises of the owner or keeper provided further that such pen or dog run shall have a secure roof, And if such enclosure has no floor secured to the sides thereof, the sides shall be embedded into the ground for not less than two feet, and provided further that within the confines of such dog run a dog house or proper shelter from the elements shall be provided to protect the dog. AND 2) When removed from the premises of the owner or the premises of the person keeping the dog, the dog shall be securely and humanely muzzled and restrained with a chain or having a minimum tensile strength of 300 lbs. and not exceeding 3 feet in length. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Erik Borg Roll: John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Borg)
D. License Agreement: 27 Captain Bertie's Way - Application by Robin Reid on behalf
Approve the request to withdraw without prejudice the application by Robin Reid on behalf of Family Dog of Massachusetts, Inc., requesting a License Agreement between Family Dog of Massachusetts,...
MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the request to withdraw without prejudice the application by Robin Reid on behalf of Family Dog of Massachusetts, Inc., requesting a License Agreement between Family Dog of Massachusetts, Inc., and the Town of Provincetown for the construction and use of two driveways on Town-owned property to provide parking to the property located at 27 Captain Bertie's Way.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the request to withdraw without prejudice the application by Robin Reid on behalf of Family Dog of Massachusetts, Inc., requesting a License Agreement between Family Dog of Massachusetts, Inc., and the Town of Provincetown for the construction and use of two driveways on Town-owned property to provide parking to the property located at 27 Captain Bertie's Way. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Erik Borg Roll: John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Borg)
E. License Agreement: 19 Ryder Street - Application by Brandt Allen and Michael
Approve the request to withdraw without prejudice the application by Brandt Allen and Michael Santos requesting a License Agreement with the Town of Provincetown to occupy two Town parking spaces...
MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the request to withdraw without prejudice the application by Brandt Allen and Michael Santos requesting a License Agreement with the Town of Provincetown to occupy two Town parking spaces at the Municipal Parking Lot to place a 40ft. by 8ft. storage container which will provide luggage storage to visitors and to utilize the adjacent 24ft. by 12ft. area for a pedestrian entry zone.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the request to withdraw without prejudice the application by Brandt Allen and Michael Santos requesting a License Agreement with the Town of Provincetown to occupy two Town parking spaces at the Municipal Parking Lot to place a 40ft. by 8ft. storage container which will provide luggage storage to visitors and to utilize the adjacent 24ft. by 12ft. area for a pedestrian entry zone. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Erik Borg Roll: John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Borg)
B. James M. Anderson Scholarship Fund Creation Request - Julia Perry
Approve the request from the Scholarship Trust and Administration Committee for the creation of a scholarship fund that will annually provide one monetary award with a range between $5,000 and...
MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the request from the Scholarship Trust and Administration Committee for the creation of a scholarship fund that will annually provide one monetary award with a range between $5,000 and $10,000 award to any one High School student residing in Provincetown or Truro and attending High School on Cape Cod.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the request from the Scholarship Trust and Administration Committee for the creation of a scholarship fund that will annually provide one monetary award with a range between $5,000 and $10,000 award to any one High School student residing in Provincetown or Truro and attending High School on Cape Cod. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Roll: John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
C. Discuss Draft Seasonal Community Regulations
Submit the letter that was discussed and agreed upon on October 14, 2025, as testimony to the Joint Committee on Housing regarding House Bill #4410
MOVE that the Select Board vote to submit the letter that was discussed and agreed upon on October 14, 2025, as testimony to the Joint Committee on Housing regarding House Bill #4410.
From the minutes
“MOVE that the Select Board vote to submit the letter that was discussed and agreed upon on October 14, 2025, as testimony to the Joint Committee on Housing regarding House Bill #4410. Motion: Leslie Sandberg Second: Austin Miller Roll: John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Sandberg, second: Miller)
7. Minutes - Approve minutes of previous meetings
Approve the minutes of: September 22, 2025, 6pm (Regular) as printed
Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: September 22, 2025, 6pm (Regular) as printed.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board approve the minutes of: September 22, 2025, 6pm (Regular) as printed. Motion: Austin Miller Second: Leslie Sandberg Roll: John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Sandberg)
8. Select Board Closing Matter - Topics to Include but not limited to
Items) Erik Borg: Yield
Items) Erik Borg: Yield. Austin Miller: Yield. Leslie Sandberg: Yield. John Golden: Yield.
From the minutes
“items) Erik Borg: Yield. Austin Miller: Yield. Leslie Sandberg: Yield. John Golden: Yield. Movement to Adjourn: Austin Miller Second: Erik Borg John Golden - Aye Erik Borg - Aye Austin Miller - Aye Leslie Sandberg - Aye Vote: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Miller, second: Borg)
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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