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42 recorded votes, 8 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Start my ballot →Present: Dan Horgan, Mark Forest, Peter Smith, Dorcas McGurrin, Michael Stone
Absent: None
During the meeting:
Approve the change of Manager for both the Blue Water Resort and the Riviera Resort
To approve the change of Manager for both the Blue Water Resort and the Riviera Resort.
Michael Stone had not yet arrived.
“MOTION: To approve the change of Manager for both the Blue Water Resort and the Riviera Resort. Motion By: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded By: Peter Q. Smith Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Approve the loan notes for Phase 1 of the Wastewater Management Plan, Contracts 2 and 3
To approve the loan notes for Phase 1 of the Wastewater Management Plan, Contracts 2 and 3.
Michael Stone had not yet arrived.
“MOTION: To approve the loan notes for Phase 1 of the Wastewater Management Plan, Contracts 2 and 3. Motion By: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded By: Peter Q. Smith Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Approve the interim loan note number 1 in the amount of $38,169,258, as per the vote of the Board of Selectmen as presented by Bond Counsel in the loan closing documents, included in this...
To approve the interim loan note number 1 in the amount of $38,169,258, as per the vote of the Board of Selectmen as presented by Bond Counsel in the loan closing documents, included in this meeting's agenda packet. [See Appendix A.]
Michael Stone had not yet arrived.
“MOTION: To approve the interim loan note number 1 in the amount of $38,169,258, as per the vote of the Board of Selectmen as presented by Bond Counsel in the loan closing documents, included in this meeting's agenda packet. [See Appendix A.] Motion By: Peter Q. Smith Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: McGurrin)
Approve the interim loan note number 2 in the amount of $3,610,054, as per the vote of the Board of Selectmen as presented by Bond Counsel in the loan closing documents, included in this meeting's...
To approve the interim loan note number 2 in the amount of $3,610,054, as per the vote of the Board of Selectmen as presented by Bond Counsel in the loan closing documents, included in this meeting's agenda packet. [See Appendix A.]
Michael Stone had not yet arrived.
“MOTION: To approve the interim loan note number 2 in the amount of $3,610,054, as per the vote of the Board of Selectmen as presented by Bond Counsel in the loan closing documents, included in this meeting's agenda packet. [See Appendix A.] Motion By: Peter Q. Smith Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Smith, second: McGurrin)
Accept, with thanks, the resignation of Donna Arnold from the Disability Commission
To accept, with thanks, the resignation of Donna Arnold from the Disability Commission.
“MOTION: To accept, with thanks, the resignation of Donna Arnold from the Disability Commission. Motion By: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded By: Peter Q. Smith Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Accept, with thanks, the resignation of Joseph Sullivan from the Board of Assessors
To accept, with thanks, the resignation of Joseph Sullivan from the Board of Assessors.
“MOTION: To accept, with thanks, the resignation of Joseph Sullivan from the Board of Assessors. Motion By: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded By: Peter Q. Smith Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously by way of roll call..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Smith)
Accept the appointment of Michae! Dunbar as an alternate to the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee
To accept the appointment of Michae! Dunbar as an alternate to the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. This will be for a one-year term to run through May of 2025.
“MOTION: To accept the appointment of Michae! Dunbar as an alternate to the Waterways and Shellfish Advisory Committee. This will be for a one-year term to run through May of 2025. Motion By: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded By: Mike Stone Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously by way of roll call..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Stone)
Approve the Consent Agenda
To approve the Consent Agenda.
“MOTION: To approve the Consent Agenda. Motion By: Mike Stone Seconded By: Mark Forest Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously by way of roll call..” (Motion: Stone, second: Forest)
Recommend Article 1 - Budget Adjustments: Construction & Demolition/Snow & Ice
To recommend Article 1 - Budget Adjustments: Construction & Demolition/Snow & Ice.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 1 - Budget Adjustments: Construction & Demolition/Snow & Ice. Motion By: Mike Stone Seconded By: Peter Q. Smith Rolk Call Vote: Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Mike Stone, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Stone, second: Smith)
Recommend Article 2 - Municipal Budget
To recommend Article 2 - Municipal Budget.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 2 - Municipal Budget. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Mike Stone, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 3 - Golf Enterprise Budget
To recommend Article 3 - Golf Enterprise Budget.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 3 - Golf Enterprise Budget. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye.” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 4 - Water Division Budget
To recommend Article 4 - Water Division Budget.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 4 - Water Division Budget. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 5 - Septage Enterprise Budget
To recommend Article 5 - Septage Enterprise Budget.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 5 - Septage Enterprise Budget. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 6 - Wastewater Enterprise Budget
To recommend Article 6 - Wastewater Enterprise Budget.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 6 - Wastewater Enterprise Budget. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Rol! Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 7 - Cable Television Communications Budget
To recommend Article 7 - Cable Television Communications Budget.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 7 - Cable Television Communications Budget. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 8 - Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Budget
To recommend Article 8 - Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Budget.
The minutes name two seconders (Dorcas McGurrin; Mike Stone); the first is shown.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 8 - Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Budget. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin; Mike Stone Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 9 - Cape Cod Regional Technical High School District Budget
To recommend Article 9 - Cape Cod Regional Technical High School District Budget.
The minutes name two seconders (Dorcas McGurrin; Mike Stone); the first is shown.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 9 - Cape Cod Regional Technical High School District Budget. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin; Mike Stone Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 10 - Golf Capital Expense
To recommend Article 10 - Golf Capital Expense.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 10 - Golf Capital Expense. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 11 - Water Division Capital Expense
To recommend Article 11 - Water Division Capital Expense.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 11 - Water Division Capital Expense. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 12 - Septage Division Capital Expense
To recommend Article 12 - Septage Division Capital Expense.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 12 - Septage Division Capital Expense. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roil Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 13 - Massachusetts Public Library Grant Authorization
To recommend Article 13 - Massachusetts Public Library Grant Authorization.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 13 - Massachusetts Public Library Grant Authorization. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 14 - Authorization of Matching Funds - Library Grant
To recommend Article 14 - Authorization of Matching Funds - Library Grant.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 14 - Authorization of Matching Funds - Library Grant. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 15 - Police Cruiser Financing
To recommend Article 15 - Police Cruiser Financing.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 15 - Police Cruiser Financing. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 16 - Fire Department Capital Expense
To recommend Article 16 - Fire Department Capital Expense.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 16 - Fire Department Capital Expense. Motion By: Mike Stone Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Stone, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 17 - Capital Expense Various Departments
To recommend Article 17 - Capital Expense Various Departments.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 17 - Capital Expense Various Departments. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 18 - Collective Bargaining Wage Adjustments
To recommend Article 18 - Collective Bargaining Wage Adjustments.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 18 - Collective Bargaining Wage Adjustments. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 19 - Mattacheese Building Maintenance Costs
To recommend Article 19 - Mattacheese Building Maintenance Costs.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 19 - Mattacheese Building Maintenance Costs. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 20 - Compensation and Classification Review
To recommend Article 20 - Compensation and Classification Review.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 20 - Compensation and Classification Review. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 22 - Wastewater Financing
To recommend Article 22 - Wastewater Financing.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 22 - Wastewater Financing. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 23 - Adoption of Massachusetts General Law Chapters 80 and 83
To recommend Article 23 - Adoption of Massachusetts General Law Chapters 80 and 83.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 23 - Adoption of Massachusetts General Law Chapters 80 and 83. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 24 - Establish Yarmouth Sewerage Bylaw
To recommend Article 24 - Establish Yarmouth Sewerage Bylaw.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 24 - Establish Yarmouth Sewerage Bylaw. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 25 - Police Department Generator
To recommend Article 25 - Police Department Generator.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 25 - Police Department Generator. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 26 - Police Department Generator Temporary Rental
To recommend Article 26 - Police Department Generator Temporary Rental.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 26 - Police Department Generator Temporary Rental. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 28 - CPA Estimated Revenue
To recommend Article 28 - CPA Estimated Revenue.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 28 - CPA Estimated Revenue. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 29 - CPA Affordable Housing Project
To recommend Article 29 - CPA Affordable Housing Project.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 29 - CPA Affordable Housing Project. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 30 - CPA Historic Resource Projects
To recommend Article 30 - CPA Historic Resource Projects.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 30 - CPA Historic Resource Projects. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 31 - CPA Open Space/Recreation Project
To recommend Article 31 - CPA Open Space/Recreation Project.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 31 - CPA Open Space/Recreation Project. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 32 General Bylaw Chapter 143 - Wetlands
To recommend Article 32 General Bylaw Chapter 143 - Wetlands.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 32 General Bylaw Chapter 143 - Wetlands. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 33 - Zoning Article - Short Term Rentals
To recommend Article 33 - Zoning Article - Short Term Rentals.
“MOTION: To recommend Article 33 - Zoning Article - Short Term Rentals. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: McGurrin)
Recommend Article 21 - Town Seal
To recommend Article 21 - Town Seal.
Yes: Forest, McGurrin, SmithNo: Horgan, Stone
“MOTION: To recommend Article 21 - Town Seal. Motion By: Peter Q. Smith Seconded By: Dorcas McGurrin Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, nay; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, nay. Vote: 3 ayes; 2 nays (Mike Stone; Dan Horgan). The motion passed..” (Motion: Smith, second: McGurrin)
Approve and execute the Annual Town Meeting warrant
To approve and execute the Annual Town Meeting warrant.
“MOTION: To approve and execute the Annual Town Meeting warrant. Motion By: Mark Forest Seconded By: Peter Q. Smith Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Peter Q. Smith, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 5 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forest, second: Smith)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
Mark Forest had left the meeting. Peter Smith had left the meeting.
“MOTION: To adjourn. Motion by: Dorcas McGurrin Seconded by: Mike Stone Roll Call Vote: Mike Stone, aye; Dorcas McGurrin, aye; Dan Horgan, aye. Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McGurrin, second: Stone)
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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