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May 14, 2019
9 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Norm Holcomb, Erik Tolley, Tracy Post, Michael Stone, Mark Forest
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Close the public hearing
To move that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To move that the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Erik Tolley Yea 5 Nay 0.” (Motion: Post, second: Tolley)
Approve the transfer of the All Alcohol License from Bass River Liquors to Moonshine Liquors as requested
To move that the Board of Selectmen approve the transfer of the All Alcohol License from Bass River Liquors to Moonshine Liquors as requested.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To move that the Board of Selectmen approve the transfer of the All Alcohol License from Bass River Liquors to Moonshine Liquors as requested. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Erik Tolley Yea 5 Nay 0.” (Motion: Post, second: Tolley)
Prohibit herbicide applications on Town property by the Town
To move that the Board of Selectmen prohibit herbicide applications on Town property by the Town.
The minutes give only the count (2 in favor, 3 opposed), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To move that the Board of Selectmen prohibit herbicide applications on Town property by the Town. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Norm Holcomb Selectman Post noted that the Town has repeatedly asked EverSource to stop spraying pesticides on the power lines, and she and Selectman Holcomb argued that safer alternatives exist. Mr. Knapik explained that the Town uses a targeted "cut and swipe" method of application, which EverSource has rejected in favor of spraying due to the large area it must maintain. The EPA considers glysophate safe to use in accordance with manufacturer's directions. The Town tried a vinegar/soap solution on Route 28 sidewalks two years ago, but was stopped by MassDOT. Alternatives may exist, but may not be practical. For example, the alternative for invasives management would be hand removal, which would be extremely expensive. The Parks & Recreation Department recommends continued use of herbicides in minimal quantities while the Town develops a policy with strict guidelines while searching for alternatives. Selectman Post offered to amend her motion to allow the Town to identify alternatives. Discussion followed regarding recent lawsuit awards. AMENDED MOTION: To move that the Board of Selectmen prohibit herbicide applications on Town property by the Town upon the beginning of FY21. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Norm Holcomb Yea 2 Nay 3.” (Motion: Post, second: Holcomb)
Reappoint Renee Hamman as the north side representative to the Town of Yarmouth's Water Resource Advisory Committee, continuing a term running through August, 2020
To move to reappoint Renee Hamman as the north side representative to the Town of Yarmouth's Water Resource Advisory Committee, continuing a term running through August, 2020.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To move to reappoint Renee Hamman as the north side representative to the Town of Yarmouth's Water Resource Advisory Committee, continuing a term running through August, 2020. Motion by: Erik Tolley Seconded by: Mike Stone Yea 5 Nay 0.” (Motion: Tolley, second: Stone)
Appoint Spyro Mitrokostas to the Town of Yarmouth's Water Resource Advisory Committee, to fill an unexpired, member-at-large term which will run through August, 2021
To move to appoint Spyro Mitrokostas to the Town of Yarmouth's Water Resource Advisory Committee, to fill an unexpired, member-at-large term which will run through August, 2021.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To move to appoint Spyro Mitrokostas to the Town of Yarmouth's Water Resource Advisory Committee, to fill an unexpired, member-at-large term which will run through August, 2021. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Erik Tolley Yea 5 Nay 0.” (Motion: Stone, second: Tolley)
Appoint Susan Brita as an alternate to the Town of Yarmouth's Recreation Commission, for a term which will run through June, 2020
To move to appoint Susan Brita as an alternate to the Town of Yarmouth's Recreation Commission, for a term which will run through June, 2020.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To move to appoint Susan Brita as an alternate to the Town of Yarmouth's Recreation Commission, for a term which will run through June, 2020. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Erik Tolley Yea 5 Nay 0.” (Motion: Stone, second: Tolley)
Approve the meeting minutes of September 27, 2018 and October 16, 2018
To move that the Board approve the meeting minutes of September 27, 2018 and October 16, 2018.
The minutes give only the count (4 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 abstaining), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To move that the Board approve the meeting minutes of September 27, 2018 and October 16, 2018. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Mike Stone Yea 4 Nay 0 Abstain 1.” (Motion: Post, second: Stone)
Approve the Consent Agenda
To move that the Board approve the Consent Agenda.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To move that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Erik Tolley Yea 5 Nay 0.” (Motion: Post, second: Tolley)
Adjourn the meeting
To move that the Board of Selectmen adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To move that the Board of Selectmen adjourn the meeting. Motion by: Erik Tolley Seconded by: Tracy Post Yea 5 Nay 0.” (Motion: Tolley, second: Post)
From the Yarmouth Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center and its Archive Center (2018 and 2019). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Town of Yarmouth (Tracy Post, Liz Argo); The Provincetown Independent, courtesy Mark Forest (Mark Forest); Cape Cod Times (Joyce Flynn); AARP (Dorcas McGurrin)
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