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June 22, 2021
11 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: Executive-session minutes (released by the board); the town has posted no other minutes for this meeting.
Present: Robert Weinstein, Kristen Reed, Susan Areson, Janet Worthington, Stephanie Rein
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Ith the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, §21 (a) 3, to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Appeal Cloverleaf Decision), whereas discussion of these matters in open...
Ith the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, §21 (a) 3, to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Appeal Cloverleaf Decision), whereas discussion of these matters in open session would have a detrimental effect on the litigating positions of the Town (and the Chair so declares it).
The minutes say the Chair "immediately made a motion" after opening the meeting; the mover shown is Robert Weinstein.
From the minutes
“ith the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, §21 (a) 3, to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Appeal Cloverleaf Decision), whereas discussion of these matters in open session would have a detrimental effect on the litigating positions of the Town (and the Chair so declares it). Roll Call: S. Rein, Aye; S. Areson, Aye; J. Worthington, Aye; K. Reed, Aye; R. Weinstein, Aye..” (Motion: Weinstein)
Have Darrin direct Town staff to investigate the driveway and contact the current homeowner to let them know that the driveway is on Town property and based on the results of that, consult with...
To have Darrin direct Town staff to investigate the driveway and contact the current homeowner to let them know that the driveway is on Town property and based on the results of that, consult with Jonathan Silverstein about moving forward and using that information a strategy in our counter to the lawsuit.
From the minutes
“Clerk Susan Areson moved to have Darrin direct Town staff to investigate the driveway and contact the current homeowner to let them know that the driveway is on Town property and based on the results of that, consult with Jonathan Silverstein about moving forward and using that information a strategy in our counter to the lawsuit. Vice-Chair Reed seconded. Roll Call: S. Rein, Aye; S. Areson, Aye; J. Worthington, Aye; K. Reed, Aye; R. Weinstein, Aye....” (Motion: Areson, second: Reed)
Authorize Town Counsel to proceed as Jonathan Silverstein suggested regarding this litigation
To authorize Town Counsel to proceed as Jonathan Silverstein suggested regarding this litigation.
From the minutes
“OS Clerk Areson moved to authorize Town Counsel to proceed as Jonathan Silverstein suggested regarding this litigation. Vice-Chair Reed seconded. Roll Call: K. Reed, Aye; J Worthington, Aye; S. Areson, Aye; S. Rein, Aye; R. Weinstein, Aye..” (Motion: Areson, second: Reed)
The Select Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, §21 (a) 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or...
That the Select Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, §21 (a) 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body, LIUNA, Truro Police Employee's Federation, Truro Permanent Firefighters, and AFSCME, (and the Chair so declares it).
From the minutes
“Chair Weinstein moved that the Select Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, §21 (a) 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body, LIUNA, Truro Police Employee's Federation, Truro Permanent Firefighters, and AFSCME, (and the Chair so declares it). Roll Call: S. Rein, Aye; K.Reed, Aye; S. Areson, Aye; J. Worthington, Aye; R. Weinstein, Aye..” (Motion: Weinstein)
Direct Town Manager Tangeman to move ahead with union negotiations, including a signing bonus for the contracts with AFSCME, Liuna, Truro Police Employee's Federation, Truro Permanent...
To direct Town Manager Tangeman to move ahead with union negotiations, including a signing bonus for the contracts with AFSCME, Liuna, Truro Police Employee's Federation, Truro Permanent Firefighters, and to look into ways to offer an equivalent for non-union employees.
From the minutes
“Clerk Areson moved to direct Town Manager Tangeman to move ahead with union negotiations, including a signing bonus for the contracts with AFSCME, Liuna, Truro Police Employee's Federation, Truro Permanent Firefighters, and to look into ways to offer an equivalent for non-union employees. Member Worthington seconded. Roll Call: S. Rein, Aye; K. Reed, Aye; J. Worthington, Aye; S. Areson, Aye; and R. Weinstein, Aye..” (Motion: Areson, second: Worthington)
The Select Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, §21 (a) 1 to discuss the (824 an AOS reputation, character, rather than...
That the Select Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, §21 (a) 1 to discuss the (824 an AOS reputation, character, 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 not to reconvene in open session, unless the individual involved requests that the session be open.
The roll call does not give a vote for Robert Weinstein, who was at the meeting. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Reed moved that the Select Board enter into Executive Session in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, §21 (a) 1 to discuss the (824 an AOS reputation, character, 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 not to reconvene in open session, unless the individual involved requests that the session be open. Roll Call: S. Areson, Aye; J. Worthington, Aye; S. Rein, Aye; K.Reed, Aye..” (Motion: Reed)
Invite Chair of Planning Board to be present at the executive session, to make any comments and answer any questions from the Board, and then to be dismissed to allow the board to deliberate
To invite Chair of Planning Board to be present at the executive session, to make any comments and answer any questions from the Board, and then to be dismissed to allow the board to deliberate.
The roll call does not give a vote for Robert Weinstein, who was at the meeting. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Reed made a motion to invite Chair of Planning Board to be present at the executive session, to make any comments and answer any questions from the Board, and then to be dismissed to allow the board to deliberate. Member Rein seconded. Roll Call: S. Areson, Aye; J. Worthington, Aye; S. Rein, Aye; K. Reed, Aye..” (Motion: Reed, second: Rein)
Direct Mr. Weinstein to reach out to the press to clarify that his comments made regarding the Planning Board were done as a private citizen
To direct Mr. Weinstein to reach out to the press to clarify that his comments made regarding the Planning Board were done as a private citizen. Member Rein, so moved.
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Reed offered a motion to direct Mr. Weinstein to reach out to the press to clarify that his comments made regarding the Planning Board were done as a private citizen. Member Rein, so moved. Member Worthington seconded..” (Motion: Reed, second: Worthington)
Policy 54 was violated in this case
That Policy 54 was violated in this case.
The roll call does not give a vote for Robert Weinstein, who was at the meeting. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Member Worthington made a motion that Policy 54 was violated in this case. Clerk Areson seconded. Roll Call: S. Areson, Aye; S. Rein, Nay; J. Worthington, Aye; K Reed, Nay..” (Motion: Worthington, second: Areson)
That Bob Weinstein of the Select Board is not in violation speaking as a private citizen to the Provincetown Independent
That that Bob Weinstein of the Select Board is not in violation speaking as a private citizen to the Provincetown Independent.
The roll call does not give a vote for Robert Weinstein, who was at the meeting. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Vice-Chair Reed made a motion that that Bob Weinstein of the Select Board is not in violation speaking as a private citizen to the Provincetown Independent. Clerk Areson seconded. Roll Call: S. Areson, Nay; S. Rein, Aye; J. Worthington, Nay; K. Reed, Aye..” (Motion: Reed, second: Areson)
Adjourn the Executive Session at 4:57 pm
To adjourn the Executive Session at 4:57 pm.
The roll call does not give a vote for Robert Weinstein, Kristen Reed and Susan Areson, who were at the meeting. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Select Board Clerk Areson made a motion to adjourn the Executive Session at 4:57 pm. Select Board Member Rein seconded. Roll Call: S. Rein, Aye; J. Worthington, Aye; S. Areson,.” (Motion: Areson, second: Rein)
From the Truro Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Agendas & Minutes calendar (CivicClerk). 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 Aden Choate and Nancy Bloom).
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