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June 6, 2023
17 recorded votes, 11 with disagreement.
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Present: Michael Stone, Dan Horgan, Mark Forest, Dorcas McGurrin, Peter Smith
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Close the public hearing for the entertainment licenses
To close the public hearing for the entertainment licenses.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To close the public hearing for the entertainment licenses. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Dan Horgan, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Mike Stone, aye. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Approve the entertainment licenses for Friday, July 14th, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, July 15th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, July 16th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m
To approve the entertainment licenses for Friday, July 14th, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, July 15th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, July 16th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the entertainment licenses for Friday, July 14th, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, July 15th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, July 16th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Mark Forest Roll Call Vote: Peter Q. Smith, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dan Horgan, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Mike Stone, aye. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Forest)
Close the public hearing for the alcohol service
To close the public hearing for the alcohol service.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To close the public hearing for the alcohol service. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Mark Forest Roll Call Vote: Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Dan Horgan, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Mike Stone, aye. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Forest)
Approve the alcohol licenses for Friday, July 14th, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, July 15th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, July 16th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m
To approve the alcohol licenses for Friday, July 14th, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, July 15th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, July 16th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the alcohol licenses for Friday, July 14th, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, July 15th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, July 16th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Mark Forest Roll Call Vote: Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dan Horgan, aye; Mike Stone, aye. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Forest)
Close the public portion of the hearing
To close the public portion of the hearing.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To close the public portion of the hearing. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Dan Horgan Roll Call Vote: Dan Horgan, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Mike Stone, aye. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Horgan)
Approve the changes in the Entertainment License, for the hours to be for Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and then on Fridays and...
To approve the changes in the Entertainment License, for the hours to be for Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and then on Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. to midnight.
Yes: Forest, McGurrin, SmithNo: Horgan, Stone
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the changes in the Entertainment License, for the hours to be for Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and then on Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. to midnight. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Peter Q. Smith, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dan Horgan, nay; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Mike Stone, nay. The motion carried with 3 ayes and 2 nays..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Close the public portion of the hearing
To close the public portion of the hearing.
The minutes name two seconders (Dorcas McGurrin and Peter Q. Smith); the first is shown.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To close the public portion of the hearing. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dorcas McGurrin and Peter Q. Smith Roll Call Vote: Peter Q. Smith, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dan Horgan, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Mike Stone, aye. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Approve the Entertainment License for 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday nights
To approve the Entertainment License for 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday nights.
The roll call lists a member twice. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the Entertainment License for 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday nights. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dan Horgan Discussion: Selectman Horgan noted that an earlier comment mentioned outdoor seating space, so he wanted to confirm that there was no amplification of that music going outside. Atty. Lawler agreed that the music would be kept strictly inside. The Chairman confirmed that the music and entertainment had to be contained within the building as part of the Town's local rules and regulations. Roll Call Vote: Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Dan Horgan, aye; Mike Stone, aye. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: Horgan)
Approve the Alcohol License as submitted
To approve the Alcohol License as submitted.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the Alcohol License as submitted. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dan Horgan Roll Call Vote: Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Dan Horgan, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Mike Stone, aye. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: Horgan)
Reappoint David Bernstein and Pat Mulhearn as regular members to the Conservation Commission
To reappoint David Bernstein and Pat Mulhearn as regular members to the Conservation Commission. These appointments are for a three-year term, which will run through June of 2026.
The minutes give the count as 4 in favor and none opposed, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Dan Horgan, Mark Forest, Dorcas McGurrin and Peter Smith). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To reappoint David Bernstein and Pat Mulhearn as regular members to the Conservation Commission. These appointments are for a three-year term, which will run through June of 2026. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dan Horgan Chair Stone stated there was Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: Horgan)
Appoint Courtney Butler and Danielle Newcomb as regular members of the Community Economic Development Committee
To appoint Courtney Butler and Danielle Newcomb as regular members of the Community Economic Development Committee. These appointments are for three-year terms, which will run through July 2026.
The minutes give the count as 4 in favor and none opposed, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Dan Horgan, Mark Forest, Dorcas McGurrin and Peter Smith). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To appoint Courtney Butler and Danielle Newcomb as regular members of the Community Economic Development Committee. These appointments are for three-year terms, which will run through July 2026. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: Horgan)
Appoint David Bernstein as the Conservation Commission's representative to the Water Resources Advisory Committee
To appoint David Bernstein as the Conservation Commission's representative to the Water Resources Advisory Committee. This appointment is for a one-year term, which will run through June, 2024.
The minutes give the count as 4 in favor and none opposed, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Dan Horgan, Mark Forest, Dorcas McGurrin and Peter Smith). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To appoint David Bernstein as the Conservation Commission's representative to the Water Resources Advisory Committee. This appointment is for a one-year term, which will run through June, 2024. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Mark Forest Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Forest)
Approve meeting minutes of March 23, 2021
To approve meeting minutes of March 23, 2021.
The minutes give the count (3-0-1) and name Dorcas McGurrin (abstaining), but the names and the count do not match the 5 members present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve meeting minutes of March 23, 2021. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Mike Stone Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays; 1 abstention (Dorcas McGurrin). The motion carried..” (Motion: Forest, second: Stone)
Approve meeting minutes of July 19, 2022
To approve meeting minutes of July 19, 2022.
The minutes give the count (3-0-1) and name Dan Horgan (abstaining), but the names and the count do not match the 5 members present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve meeting minutes of July 19, 2022. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dorcas McGurrin Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays; 1 abstention (Dan Horgan). The motion carried..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Approve meeting minutes of August 16, 2022
To approve meeting minutes of August 16, 2022.
The minutes name two seconders (Dan Horgan and Dorcas McGurrin); the first is shown. The minutes give the count as 4 in favor and none opposed, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Dan Horgan, Mark Forest, Dorcas McGurrin and Peter Smith). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve meeting minutes of August 16, 2022. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dan Horgan and Dorcas McGurrin Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: Horgan)
Approve the Consent Agenda
To approve the Consent Agenda.
The minutes give the count as 4 in favor and none opposed, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Dan Horgan, Mark Forest, Dorcas McGurrin and Peter Smith). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dorcas McGurrin Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
The minutes give the count as 4 in favor and none opposed, but 5 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Dan Horgan, Mark Forest, Dorcas McGurrin and Peter Smith). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To adjourn. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dorcas McGurrin Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
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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