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December 5, 2023
13 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Michael Stone, Dan Horgan, Mark Forest, Peter Smith, Dorcas McGurrin
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
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 Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Horgan)
Approve the license with the amended wording, "public shows and public events," as discussed
To approve the license with the amended wording, "public shows and public events," as discussed.
Yes: Forest, Horgan, McGurrin, SmithNo: Stone
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the license with the amended wording, "public shows and public events," as discussed. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Dan Horgan Discussion: There was further discussion on the playing of recorded music, the holding of various dance or exercise classes, and whether private parties would be allowed to be held there. Wedding Receptions was included in the amendment, but it would be up to the Building Department to determine it the event would qualify as a nightclub use. AMENDED MOTION: To allow for, in addition to what's there now, public shows and public events, dance classes and fitness classes, and wedding receptions. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 4 ayes, 1 nay (Mike Stone). The motion passed..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Horgan)
Approve the Housing Production Plan, dated November 2023, as presented to this Board of Selectmen on the condition that the Planning Board likewise approves the Plan
To approve the Housing Production Plan, dated November 2023, as presented to this Board of Selectmen on the condition that the Planning Board likewise approves the Plan.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the Housing Production Plan, dated November 2023, as presented to this Board of Selectmen on the condition that the Planning Board likewise approves the Plan. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dorcas McGurrin Discussion: There was a question why the motion had the condition regarding the Planning Board's approval. Ms. Waygan explained that there had been significant updates, especially with respect to zoning, so it was important to make sure that there was an affirmative vote from the Planning Board prior to sending the Plan up to the state for approval. Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Accept the resignation of Kathy McPhee, with thanks from the Age-Friendly Committee
To accept the resignation of Kathy McPhee, with thanks from the Age-Friendly Committee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To accept the resignation of Kathy McPhee, with thanks from the Age-Friendly Committee. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Peter Q. Smith Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Accept the appointment of Joanne Mazzola as a regular member of the Age-Friendly Committee
To accept the appointment of Joanne Mazzola as a regular member of the Age-Friendly Committee. This appointment is for a two-year unexpired term, which will run through February of 2025.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To accept the appointment of Joanne Mazzola as a regular member of the Age-Friendly Committee. This appointment is for a two-year unexpired term, which will run through February of 2025. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Peter Q. Smith Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Reappoint John Stuart as an alternate member of the Old King's Highway Committee
To reappoint John Stuart as an alternate member of the Old King's Highway Committee. This appointment is for a one-year term, which will run through December of 2024.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To reappoint John Stuart as an alternate member of the Old King's Highway Committee. This appointment is for a one-year term, which will run through December of 2024. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Peter Q. Smith Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Reappoint Julian Mallett and Ellie Lawrence as regular members of the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee
To reappoint Julian Mallett and Ellie Lawrence as regular members of the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. These terms are for three years and will run through December of 2026.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To reappoint Julian Mallett and Ellie Lawrence as regular members of the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. These terms are for three years and will run through December of 2026. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Dan Horgan Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Horgan)
Reappoint Bob Churchill and Rick Crawford as regular members of the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee
To reappoint Bob Churchill and Rick Crawford as regular members of the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. These terms are for two years and will run through December of 2025.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To reappoint Bob Churchill and Rick Crawford as regular members of the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. These terms are for two years and will run through December of 2025. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Peter Q. Smith Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Reappoint Al Keller as a regular member of the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee
To reappoint Al Keller as a regular member of the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. This term is one year and will run through December of 2024.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To reappoint Al Keller as a regular member of the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. This term is one year and will run through December of 2024. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Peter Q. Smith Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Reappoint Jesse Hagopian for a one-year term expiring in 2024 as an alternate to the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee
To reappoint Jesse Hagopian for a one-year term expiring in 2024 as an alternate to the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To reappoint Jesse Hagopian for a one-year term expiring in 2024 as an alternate to the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Peter Q. Smith Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Reappoint John Stuart for a one-year term as alternate to the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee
To reappoint John Stuart for a one-year term as alternate to the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. This term expiring in 2024.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To reappoint John Stuart for a one-year term as alternate to the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. This term expiring in 2024. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Peter Q. Smith Vote: 5 ayes, 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Approve the Consent Agenda
To approve the Consent Agenda.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by: Dan Horgan Seconded by: Mark Forest Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Horgan, second: Forest)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To adjourn the meeting. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Dorcas McGurrin Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed 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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