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March 29, 2022
43 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Mark Forest, Michael Stone, Tracy Post, Dan Horgan, Peter Smith
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To close the public hearing. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Smith)
Grant the above application as presented
To grant the above application as presented.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To grant the above application as presented. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Smith)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To close the public hearing. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Smith)
Support the fee increases
To support the fee increases.
Yes: Forest, Horgan, Post, SmithNo: Stone
From the minutes
“MOTION: To support the fee increases. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Tracy Post Discussion: Selectwoman Post said that she appreciated Selectman Stone's comments, and that everyone on the Board was concerned about dumping. She said that if dumping became an issue, that the tire fees should be brought back to the Board for reconsideration. Vote: 4 ayes; 1 nay (Mike Stone). The motion passed..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Post)
Endorse the ballot question now with the proposed edits
To endorse the ballot question now with the proposed edits.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To endorse the ballot question now with the proposed edits. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Michael Stone Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Stone)
Endorse the Committee's recommendation in selecting CDM Smith
To endorse the Committee's recommendation in selecting CDM Smith.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To endorse the Committee's recommendation in selecting CDM Smith. Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Horgan)
Change the starting time to 6:00 p.m
To change the starting time to 6:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To change the starting time to 6:00 p.m. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: Horgan)
Recommend Article 1
To recommend Article 1.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 1. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Mike Stone Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Stone)
Recommend Article 2
To recommend Article 2.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 2. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 3
To recommend Article 3.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 3. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Discussion: Selectwoman Post had some questions regarding the content of the article. Mr. Whritenour said that it was the exact same language that was used every year. The motion reflects the "raise and appropriate" part, as well as the transfer of retained earnings as well. Ms. Post was concerned that it would be difficult for the people to understand. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 4
To recommend Article 4.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 4. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Horgan)
Recommend Article 5
To recommend Article 5.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 5. Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Horgan)
Recommend Article 6
To recommend Article 6.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 6. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Mike Stone Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Stone)
Recommend Article 7
To recommend Article 7.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 7. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Horgan)
Recommend Article 8
To recommend Article 8.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 8. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Discussion: Selectman Stone asked about the issue which Norm Holcomb had raised about there being a duplication. The Town Administrator said that initially there was a duplication, and they had gone back to analyze the Golf budget. Since the original submission of the budget in December, inflation had increased by a large amount. There was always $135,000 in the capital account, and there was going to be an additional $135,000 in the expense account which were traced back to the capital items. It was left in as a "cushion" for the inflationary items., and the fees should be sufficient to cover that. He said the appropriation would be there so the Golf Division could actually buy the gas and the fertilizer. Selectwoman Post asked why the wording of the motion was changed to "what sums of money the Town will vote to raise." The Town Administrator said that it was the same language as was used the previous year and had basically the same meaning as the wording from 2019. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 9
To recommend Article 9.
The minutes give only the count (4 in favor, 1 opposed), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 9. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Discussion: Selectman Smith did not believe a 4x4 pickup truck with a plow could be bought for $50,000, and that some other items were underlisted in terms of costs as well. Vote: 4 ayes; 1 nay. The motion passed..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 10
To recommend Article 10.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 10. Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Horgan)
Recommend Article 11
To recommend Article 11.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 11. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Mike Stone Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Stone)
Recommend Article 12
To recommend Article 12.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 12. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Discussion: Selectman Horgan wanted clarification on the Town's obligation with the shooting range. Selectwoman Post had concerns about those School items listed of which Dennis was to share the cost. Selectman Smith asked about the Long Pond study item. Selectman Horgan asked about the Library Feasibility Study item. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 27
To recommend Article 27.
Yes: Forest, Horgan, Post, SmithAbstained: Stone
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 27. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Dan Horgan Discussion: Selectman Smith asked Ms. Crowley and Ms. Williams provide some clarification on how the parking spaces were determined. Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays; 1 abstention (Mike Stone). The motion passed..” (Motion: Post, second: Horgan)
Recommend Article 28
To recommend Article 28.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 28. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Not recommend Article 30
To not recommend Article 30.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To not recommend Article 30. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 13
To recommend Article 13.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 13. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Discussion: The Town Administrator explained the municipal lease provisions and stated that future years were subject to appropriation. Selectwoman Post said that she felt it was a risk due to having to make investments up front to make the cars roadworthy, in addition to possibly having to return the cars if future appropriations were not approved. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 14
To recommend Article 14.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 14. Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Horgan)
Recommend Article 15
To recommend Article 15.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 15. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 16
To recommend Article 16.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 16. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Stone, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 17, and amend "sum of money" to read "sum of $310,000."
To recommend Article 17, and amend "sum of money" to read "sum of $310,000."
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 17, and amend "sum of money" to read "sum of $310,000." Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Mike Stone Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Stone)
Recommend Article 18
To recommend Article 18.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 18. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Tracy Post Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Stone, second: Post)
Recommend Article 19
To recommend Article 19.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 19. Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Mike Stone Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Stone)
Recommend Article 20
To recommend Article 20.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 20. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Stone, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 21
To recommend Article 21.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 21. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Stone, second: Horgan)
Recommend Article 22 as amended, as "The Town Moderator in consultation with the Yarmouth Historic Commission."
To recommend Article 22 as amended, as "The Town Moderator in consultation with the Yarmouth Historic Commission."
Yes: Forest, Horgan, Post, SmithAbstained: Stone
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 22 as amended, as "The Town Moderator in consultation with the Yarmouth Historic Commission." Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays; 1 abstention (Mike Stone). The motion passed..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 23
To recommend Article 23.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 23. Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Tracy Post Discussion: Selectman Horgan asked if the $184,000 amount was 10%, because the amount for the Community Housing Reserve was so much more. The Town Administrator explained that they had additional money they wanted to devote to housing, so it was above the 10%. Ten percent would equal $184,000. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Post)
Recommend Article 24
To recommend Article 24.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 24. Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Tracy Post Discussion: Selectman Horgan asked if it was an additional $240,000. The Town Administrator explained that Article 23 set aside the reserved, then in Article 24, allows the money to be spent. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Post)
Recommend Article 25
To recommend Article 25.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 25. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Peter Smith Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 26
To recommend Article 26.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 26. Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Horgan)
Recommend Article 29 from the floor at Town Meeting
To recommend Article 29 from the floor at Town Meeting.
The minutes record the seconder as "did not hear a second". The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To recommend Article 29 from the floor at Town Meeting. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: (did not hear a second) Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan)
Approve and execute the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
To approve and execute the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve and execute the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Mike Stone Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Stone)
Appoint James Saben as a regular member to the Planning Board, to fill an unexpired three-year term, to run through July 2024
To appoint James Saben as a regular member to the Planning Board, to fill an unexpired three-year term, to run through July 2024.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To appoint James Saben as a regular member to the Planning Board, to fill an unexpired three-year term, to run through July 2024. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Tracy Post Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Stone, second: Post)
Reappoint Mr. David Botting to be a regular member to the Disability Commission for a one-year term, which will run through January 2023
To reappoint Mr. David Botting to be a regular member to the Disability Commission for a one-year term, which will run through January 2023. To reappoint Ms. Gail Charette and Mr. George Warner as regular members on the Disability Commission. Their appointments are to be two-year terms which will run through June 2024.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To reappoint Mr. David Botting to be a regular member to the Disability Commission for a one-year term, which will run through January 2023. To reappoint Ms. Gail Charette and Mr. George Warner as regular members on the Disability Commission. Their appointments are to be two-year terms which will run through June 2024. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Tracy Post Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Stone, second: Post)
Approve and release the Executive Session Minutes of September 24, 2020
To approve and release the Executive Session Minutes of September 24, 2020.
The minutes give the count (3-0-1) and name Peter Smith (abstaining), but the names and the count do not match the 5 members present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve and release the Executive Session Minutes of September 24, 2020. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays; 1 abstention (Peter Smith). The motion passed..” (Motion: Post, second: Horgan)
Approve the Consent Agenda as presented
To approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Horgan)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To adjourn. Motion by: Peter Smith Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: Horgan)
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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