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March 21, 2023
33 recorded votes, 21 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Kristen Reed, Robert Weinstein, John Dundas, Susan Areson, Stephanie Rein
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Susan Areson left during the meeting ("Member Areson had to depart the meeting and her vote on the remaining Articles would be taken at the next Select Board meeting").
Every vote, in order
Chair Reed noted that
Chair Reed noted that
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Chair Reed noted that the Select Board voted unanimously to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement with a vote of 5-0.”
Approve the three locations for the charging stations
To approve the three locations for the charging stations.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to approve the three locations for the charging stations. Vice Chair Weinstein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Weinstein)
Reconsider the prior votes to recommend the Articles included as attachment 681 in the packet
To reconsider the prior votes to recommend the Articles included as attachment 681 in the packet.
From the minutes
“Chair Reed made a motion to reconsider the prior votes to recommend the Articles included as attachment 681 in the packet. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Dundas)
Recommend the Articles included as attachment 6B1 in the packet with all Select Board votes
To recommend the Articles included as attachment 6B1 in the packet with all Select Board votes.
From the minutes
“Chair Reed made a motion to recommend the Articles included as attachment 6B1 in the packet with all Select Board votes. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Rein)
Approve the Charter Review Committee's charge as recommended adding the word "whether" and to electronically sign
To approve the Charter Review Committee's charge as recommended adding the word "whether" and to electronically sign.
From the minutes
“Member Areson made a motion to approve the Charter Review Committee's charge as recommended adding the word "whether" and to electronically sign. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Dundas)
Include Article X: Amend Planning Board Term Lengths as Provided by M.G.L. c.41, s.81a in the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
To include Article X: Amend Planning Board Term Lengths as Provided by M.G.L. c.41, s.81a in the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Manager Chair Reed made a motion to include Article X: Amend Planning Board Term Lengths as Provided by M.G.L. c.41, s.81a in the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye D Atina - Member Rein - Aye sy eae fl Chair Reed - Aye | 31% PM So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Dundas)
Include Article X: Add New Charter Section 6-2-13 in the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
To include Article X: Add New Charter Section 6-2-13 in the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Member Areson made a motion to include Article X: Add New Charter Section 6-2-13 in the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Dundas)
Include Article X: Home Rule Petition Amending Housing Authority Term Lengths in the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
To include Article X: Home Rule Petition Amending Housing Authority Term Lengths in the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Member Areson made a motion to include Article X: Home Rule Petition Amending Housing Authority Term Lengths in the 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article X: Amend Planning Board Terms Lengths as Provided by M.G.L. c.41, s.81a
To recommend Article X: Amend Planning Board Terms Lengths as Provided by M.G.L. c.41, s.81a.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article X: Amend Planning Board Terms Lengths as Provided by M.G.L. c.41, s.81a. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article X: Add New Charter Section 6-2-13
To recommend Article X: Add New Charter Section 6-2-13.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article X: Add New Charter Section 6-2-13. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article X: Home Rule Petition Amending Housing Authority Term Lengths
To recommend Article X: Home Rule Petition Amending Housing Authority Term Lengths.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article X: Home Rule Petition Amending Housing Authority Term Lengths. Member Dundas seconded the motion. . Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye 2 "OT PN) MS =f Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Dundas)
Direct staff to prepare Override Articles in the amount of $601,122 for ALS/Ambulance Service
To direct staff to prepare Override Articles in the amount of $601,122 for ALS/Ambulance Service.
From the minutes
“Chair Reed made a motion to direct staff to prepare Override Articles in the amount of $601,122 for ALS/Ambulance Service. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roli Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Dundas)
Direct staff to prepare the Omnibus Budget Article to allocate the existing LCAA line item in the operational budget to fund existing services
To direct staff to prepare the Omnibus Budget Article to allocate the existing LCAA line item in the operational budget to fund existing services.
From the minutes
“Chair Reed made a motion to direct staff to prepare the Omnibus Budget Article to allocate the existing LCAA line item in the operational budget to fund existing services. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Dundas)
Direct staff to prepare an Override Article for Community Sustainability that includes four components: Truro Central School Pre-K Program, the Childcare Voucher Program, the Out of School Time...
To direct staff to prepare an Override Article for Community Sustainability that includes four components: Truro Central School Pre-K Program, the Childcare Voucher Program, the Out of School Time Program, and the Housing Coordinator position.
Yes: Areson, Dundas, ReedNo: Rein, Weinstein
From the minutes
“Chair Reed made a motion to direct staff to prepare an Override Article for Community Sustainability that includes four components: Truro Central School Pre-K Program, the Childcare Voucher Program, the Out of School Time Program, and the Housing Coordinator position. Member Dundas seconded the motion. | RG pn Roll Call Vote: Page 5 of 13 | -- | | It MS - Vice Chair Weinstein - Nay Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Nay Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 3-2-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Dundas)
Direct staff to prepare an Override Article for a Housing Coordinator position
Direct staff to prepare an Override Article for a Housing Coordinator position.
Yes: Areson, Dundas, Reed, ReinNo: Weinstein
From the minutes
“Chair Reed made a motion direct staff to prepare an Override Article for a Housing Coordinator position. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Nay Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-1-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Rein)
Direct staff to prepare an Override Article for a School Resource Officer
Direct staff to prepare an Override Article for a School Resource Officer.
Yes: Areson, Dundas, Reed, ReinNo: Weinstein
From the minutes
“Chair Reed made a motion direct staff to prepare an Override Article for a School Resource Officer. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Nay Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-1-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article X: Comprehensive Out-of-School Program - Petitioned Article
To recommend Article X: Comprehensive Out-of-School Program - Petitioned Article.
Yes: Dundas, Rein, WeinsteinAbstained: Areson, Reed
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article X: Comprehensive Out-of-School Program - Petitioned Article. Member Areson seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Areson - Abstained Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Abstained So voted, 3-0-2.” (Motion: Rein, second: Areson)
Recommend Article X: Community Livability & Sustainability Article - Petitioned Article. _
To recommend Article X: Community Livability & Sustainability Article - Petitioned Article. _
Abstained: Areson, Dundas, Reed, Rein, Weinstein
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article X: Community Livability & Sustainability Article - Petitioned Article. _ ; Member Areson seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: 3 OF PM | | Ly RS . Vice Chair Weinstein - Abstained Member Dundas - Abstained Member Areson - Abstained Member Rein - Abstained Chair Reed - Abstained So voted, 0-0-5.” (Motion: Rein, second: Areson)
Recommend Article X: Dog Restraint Regulations - Petitioned Article
To recommend Article X: Dog Restraint Regulations - Petitioned Article.
No: Areson, Dundas, Reed, Rein, Weinstein
From the minutes
“Member Areson made a motion to recommend Article X: Dog Restraint Regulations - Petitioned Article. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Nay Member Dundas - Nay Member Areson - Nay Member Rein - Nay Chair Reed - Nay So voted, 0-5-0.” (Motion: Areson, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article X: Mill Pond Tidal Restoration Project - Petitioned Article
To recommend Article X: Mill Pond Tidal Restoration Project - Petitioned Article.
No: Dundas, Reed, WeinsteinAbstained: Areson, Rein
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to recommend Article X: Mill Pond Tidal Restoration Project - Petitioned Article. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Nay Member Dundas - Nay Member Areson - Abstained Member Rein - Abstained Chair Reed - Nay So voted, 0-3-2.” (Motion: Rein, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article X: Amend Zoning Bylaw 50.2.B.2 Building Gross Floor Area for the Residential District - Petitioned Article
To recommend Article X: Amend Zoning Bylaw 50.2.B.2 Building Gross Floor Area for the Residential District - Petitioned Article.
Yes: Areson, Reed, Rein, WeinsteinAbstained: Dundas
From the minutes
“Vice Chair Weinstein made a motion to recommend Article X: Amend Zoning Bylaw 50.2.B.2 Building Gross Floor Area for the Residential District - Petitioned Article. Member Areson seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: --- ; Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Abstained [ Ziawpm | Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye } | 4 | Page 7 of 13 Ee Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-0-1.” (Motion: Weinstein, second: Areson)
Recommend Article X: M.G.L. Chapter 43, Section 10; Section 5-4-2 Town Charter - Petitioned Article
To recommend Article X: M.G.L. Chapter 43, Section 10; Section 5-4-2 Town Charter - Petitioned Article.
No: ReedAbstained: Areson, Dundas, Rein, Weinstein
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article X: M.G.L. Chapter 43, Section 10; Section 5-4-2 Town Charter - Petitioned Article. Vice Chair Weinstein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Abstained Member Dundas - Abstained Member Areson - Abstained Member Rein - Abstained Chair Reed - Nay So voted, 0-1-4.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Weinstein)
Recommend Article X: Amend Zoning Bylaw §40.1 Duplex Houses and Apartments; and §30.2 Use Table
To recommend Article X: Amend Zoning Bylaw §40.1 Duplex Houses and Apartments; and §30.2 Use Table.
Susan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article X: Amend Zoning Bylaw §40.1 Duplex Houses and Apartments; and §30.2 Use Table. Vice Chair Weinstein seconded the motion. Roll Cali Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-0-0.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Weinstein)
Recommend Article X: Amend General Bylaws 7-2: Community Preservation Committee: Administration
To recommend Article X: Amend General Bylaws 7-2: Community Preservation Committee: Administration
Susan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article X: Amend General Bylaws 7-2: Community Preservation Committee: Administration Vice Chair Weinstein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-0-0.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Weinstein)
Recommend Article X: Amend General Bylaws, Chapter IX Energy Code
To recommend Article X: Amend General Bylaws, Chapter IX Energy Code.
Abstained: Dundas, Reed, Rein, WeinsteinSusan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article X: Amend General Bylaws, Chapter IX Energy Code. Vice Chair Weinstein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Abstained Member Dundas - Abstained Member Rein - Abstained Chair Reed - Abstained So voted, 0-0-4.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Weinstein)
Recommend Article X: Community Preservation Act: Open Space Reserve
To recommend Article X: Community Preservation Act: Open Space Reserve.
Susan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article X: Community Preservation Act: Open Space Reserve. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-0-0.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Rein)
Recommend Article X: Community Preservation Act: Edgewood Farm Barn Chimneys and Cupola Preservation
To recommend Article X: Community Preservation Act: Edgewood Farm Barn Chimneys and Cupola Preservation.
No: Dundas, Reed, Rein, WeinsteinSusan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article X: Community Preservation Act: Edgewood Farm Barn Chimneys and Cupola Preservation. Vice Chair Weinstein seconded the motion. Ace. .¢-7 1 | Roll Call Vote: ia oan Vice Chair Weinstein - Nay | | 30e' PAD Member Dundas - Nay Member Rein - Nay | -_- ; Chair Reed - Nay AOS | So voted, 0-4-0.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Weinstein)
Recommend Article X: Community Preservation Act: Bunker Cottage/Corn Hill
To recommend Article X: Community Preservation Act: Bunker Cottage/Corn Hill
No: Dundas, Reed, Rein, WeinsteinSusan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Vice Chair Weinstein made a motion to recommend Article X: Community Preservation Act: Bunker Cottage/Corn Hill Boathouse Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Nay Member Dundas - Nay Member Rein - Nay Chair Reed - Nay So voted, 0-4-0.” (Motion: Weinstein, second: Dundas)
Recommend Article X: Amend Personnel Bylaw 8.1 Holidays
To recommend Article X: Amend Personnel Bylaw 8.1 Holidays.
Susan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article X: Amend Personnel Bylaw 8.1 Holidays. Member Rein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-0-0.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Rein)
Recommend Article X: Accept Provisions of MGL Chapter 40 Section 5F - Creation of a Receipts Reserve for Ambulance Fund
To recommend Article X: Accept Provisions of MGL Chapter 40 Section 5F - Creation of a Receipts Reserve for Ambulance Fund.
Susan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Member Dundas made a motion to recommend Article X: Accept Provisions of MGL Chapter 40 Section 5F - Creation of a Receipts Reserve for Ambulance Fund. Vice Chair Weinstein seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye . Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-0-0.” (Motion: Dundas, second: Weinstein)
Approve the revised Select Board Policy Memorandum #48: Construction/Staging Permit for Use of Town-Owned Property and/or Beach Access
To approve the revised Select Board Policy Memorandum #48: Construction/Staging Permit for Use of Town-Owned Property and/or Beach Access.
Susan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Chair Reed made a motion to approve the revised Select Board Policy Memorandum #48: Construction/Staging Permit for Use of Town-Owned Property and/or Beach Access. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye - Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye Z.0% Pr) | So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Dundas)
Approve the Consent Agenda as printed in the packet with the absence from meetings identified and the correction of those minutes reflecting Vice Chair Weinstein's absence
To approve the Consent Agenda as printed in the packet with the absence from meetings identified and the correction of those minutes reflecting Vice Chair Weinstein's absence.
Susan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Chair Reed made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as printed in the packet with the absence from meetings identified and the correction of those minutes reflecting Vice Chair Weinstein's absence. Member Dundas seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Dundas - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Reed, second: Dundas)
Adjourn at 5:22 pm
To adjourn at 5:22 pm.
The roll call lists Susan Areson, but the minutes show this member as not present (Susan Areson had left the meeting). Showing the count only. Susan Areson had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Vice Chair Weinstein made a motion to adjourn at 5:22 pm. Member Areson seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Vice Chair Weinstein - Aye Member Areson - Aye Member Rein - Aye Chair Reed - Aye So voted, 4-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Weinstein, second: Areson)
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