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October 22, 2024
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Susan Areson, Robert Weinstein, Nancy Medoff, Stephanie Rein, Susan Girard-Irwin
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint Ellen English the Community Preservation Committee for a three-year term, expiring June 30, 2027
To appoint Ellen English the Community Preservation Committee for a three-year term, expiring June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Member Weinstein made a motion to appoint Ellen English the Community Preservation Committee for a three-year term, expiring June 30, 2027. Chair Areson seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Oe Member Medoff-Aye if * oS er Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Weinstein, second: Areson)
Approve and electronically sign Amendment No. 1 to the Restated and Amended Land Development Option Agreement as prepared
To approve and electronically sign Amendment No. 1 to the Restated and Amended Land Development Option Agreement as prepared.
From the minutes
“Select Board Member Rein made a motion to approve and electronically sign Amendment No. 1 to the Restated and Amended Land Development Option Agreement as prepared. Member Medoff seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye Zi56w PM_ Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Medoff)
The Select Board approve and sign, with wet signatures, an Order of Taking for the Truro Motor Inn located at 296 Route 6 and further authorize the Town Manager, working with the Assessing Office,...
That the Select Board approve and sign, with wet signatures, an Order of Taking for the Truro Motor Inn located at 296 Route 6 and further authorize the Town Manager, working with the Assessing Office, to pay the sum of $1.6 million from the Dennis Family Gift account as compensation for said taking, retaining to the Town any outstanding real estate taxes owed by the property owner as deemed appropriate and place the remaining funds in a segregated escrow account.
From the minutes
“Member Weinstein made a motion that the Select Board approve and sign, with wet signatures, an Order of Taking for the Truro Motor Inn located at 296 Route 6 and further authorize the Town Manager, working with the Assessing Office, to pay the sum of $1.6 million from the Dennis Family Gift account as compensation for said taking, retaining to the Town any outstanding real estate taxes owed by the property owner as deemed appropriate and place the remaining funds in a segregated escrow account. Member Rein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Weinstein, second: Rein)
Approve the conversion of the Anchorage on the Bay condominiums from seasonal to year-round and authorize the Select Board to wet sign the Release from Declaration of Covenant
To approve the conversion of the Anchorage on the Bay condominiums from seasonal to year-round and authorize the Select Board to wet sign the Release from Declaration of Covenant.
From the minutes
“Member Girard-Irwin made a motion to approve the conversion of the Anchorage on the Bay condominiums from seasonal to year-round and authorize the Select Board to wet sign the Release from Declaration of Covenant. Member Weinstein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye BLSw PM Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Girard-Irwin, second: Weinstein)
Approve the draft budget guidance letter with amendments related to positions and to authorize the Finance Department to transmit the letter to the budget preparers with the FY2026 budget...
To approve the draft budget guidance letter with amendments related to positions and to authorize the Finance Department to transmit the letter to the budget preparers with the FY2026 budget materials, and to approve the FY2026 Budget Task Force meeting schedule.
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to approve the draft budget guidance letter with amendments related to positions and to authorize the Finance Department to transmit the letter to the budget preparers with the FY2026 budget materials, and to approve the FY2026 Budget Task Force meeting schedule. Chair Areson seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Areson)
Allocate up to $50,000 for this year and up to $50,000 for next year to operate the Rental Assistance program for an additional two years for a total of up to $100,000 from the Trust over two...
To allocate up to $50,000 for this year and up to $50,000 for next year to operate the Rental Assistance program for an additional two years for a total of up to $100,000 from the Trust over two years for this purpose, as requested by the Truro Housing Authority.
From the minutes
“Member Medoff made a motion to allocate up to $50,000 for this year and up to $50,000 for next year to operate the Rental Assistance program for an additional two years for a total of up to $100,000 from the Trust over two years for this purpose, as requested by the Truro Housing Authority. Member Rein seconded. Ms. Gallo mentioned that there had been discussion about the administration of the contract transitioning to the new Housing Coordinator. Assistant Town Manager Clark added that the allocation would still be needed. She doesn't see an issue with the Board allocating the funding for the program, but who is administering the program might change between this year and next year. Roll Call Vote: Ar. Se pms Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-Irwin-Aye "> Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Medoff, second: Rein)
Approve the contract with the Homeless Prevention Council for the Rental Assistance Program and authorize the Town Manager to sign
To approve the contract with the Homeless Prevention Council for the Rental Assistance Program and authorize the Town Manager to sign.
From the minutes
“Chair Areson made a motion to approve the contract with the Homeless Prevention Council for the Rental Assistance Program and authorize the Town Manager to sign. Member Weinstein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Weinstein)
Require the Town Manager to notify the Select Board, via the Chair, of any planned or unplanned remote work of two or more consecutive business days
To require the Town Manager to notify the Select Board, via the Chair, of any planned or unplanned remote work of two or more consecutive business days.
From the minutes
“Member Girard-Irwin made a motion to require the Town Manager to notify the Select Board, via the Chair, of any planned or unplanned remote work of two or more consecutive business days. Member Medoff seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye : Member Medoff-Aye AOE PN Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Girard-Irwin, second: Medoff)
Work with the Communications and Marketing Coordinator and members of Town Staff of Truro (and potentially Provincetown) to develop a communications plan to bring back to the Select Board for...
To work with the Communications and Marketing Coordinator and members of Town Staff of Truro (and potentially Provincetown) to develop a communications plan to bring back to the Select Board for Board approval.
From the minutes
“Member Medoff made a motion to work with the Communications and Marketing Coordinator and members of Town Staff of Truro (and potentially Provincetown) to develop a communications plan to bring back to the Select Board for Board approval. Member Rein seconded. DDS PON Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye ms Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Medoff, second: Rein)
Support the Community Preservation Act Grant application of the Beach Advisory Committee and Commission on Disabilities for Accessible Recreation Improvements at Corn Hill Beach, with final design...
To support the Community Preservation Act Grant application of the Beach Advisory Committee and Commission on Disabilities for Accessible Recreation Improvements at Corn Hill Beach, with final design to be approved at a future Select Board meeting prior to construction (provided the grant is secured).
From the minutes
“Member Rein made a motion to support the Community Preservation Act Grant application of the Beach Advisory Committee and Commission on Disabilities for Accessible Recreation Improvements at Corn Hill Beach, with final design to be approved at a future Select Board meeting prior to construction (provided the grant is secured). Member Weinstein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Rein, second: Weinstein)
Authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement for the OPM services with Environmental Partners for the new DPW Facility and associated documents
To authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement for the OPM services with Environmental Partners for the new DPW Facility and associated documents.
From the minutes
“Member Weinstein made a motion to authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement for the OPM services with Environmental Partners for the new DPW Facility and associated documents. Member Medoff seconded. BIOS PM Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye ; Member Rein-Aye : K2> 2!5 8S PM Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Weinstein, second: Medoff)
Direct the Energy Committee to pursue a grant for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program and to direct the Energy and Climate Action Committees to pursue a grant for...
To direct the Energy Committee to pursue a grant for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program and to direct the Energy and Climate Action Committees to pursue a grant for Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program.
From the minutes
“Program Chair Areson made a motion to direct the Energy Committee to pursue a grant for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program and to direct the Energy and Climate Action Committees to pursue a grant for Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program. Member Rein seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye ASS Pr Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye d TQ So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Rein)
Approve the consent agenda with the minor amendments specified as printed in the packet
To approve the consent agenda with the minor amendments specified as printed in the packet.
From the minutes
“Chair Areson made a motion to approve the consent agenda with the minor amendments specified as printed in the packet. Member Medoff seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Areson, second: Medoff)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“Member Medoff made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Chair Areson seconded. Roll Call Vote: Member Weinstein-Aye Member Rein-Aye Member Medoff-Aye Member Girard-Irwin-Aye Chair-Areson-Aye So Voted; 5-0-0, motion carries.” (Motion: Medoff, second: Areson)
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