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June 25, 2024
15 recorded votes, 11 with disagreement.
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Present: Michael Stone, Tracy Post, Joyce Flynn, Mark Forest
Absent: Dorcas McGurrin
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That the Yarmouth Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3), to discuss strategy with respect to (1) litigation involving Blue...
That the Yarmouth Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3), to discuss strategy with respect to (1) litigation involving Blue Sky Towers Ill, LLC, 1044 Route 28, South Yarmuth, and (2) collective bargaining, which if held in open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining of the public body and the Chair so declares.
Mark Forest was not present for this vote, as the minutes note with the count.
From the minutes
“MOTION: That the Yarmouth Select Board enter into Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3), to discuss strategy with respect to (1) litigation involving Blue Sky Towers Ill, LLC, 1044 Route 28, South Yarmuth, and (2) collective bargaining, which if held in open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining of the public body and the Chair so declares. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Joyce Flynn - Roll Call Vote: Joyce Flynn, aye; Tracy Post, aye; Mike Stone, aye. Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays; 2 members absent (Mark Forest; Dorcas McGurrin). The motion carried..” (Motion: Stone, second: Flynn)
Take its agenda out of order and do the scholarship presentation at this time, and then go back to announcements and public comments after
That the Board take its agenda out of order and do the scholarship presentation at this time, and then go back to announcements and public comments after.
From the minutes
“MOTION: That the Board take its agenda out of order and do the scholarship presentation at this time, and then go back to announcements and public comments after. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Joyce Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mark Forest, aye; Tracy Post, aye; Joyce Flynn, aye; Mike Stone, aye. Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays: 1 member absent (Dorcas McGurrin). The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Flynn)
Authorize plank sales at $350 for individuals, $450 for nonprofits, $550 for local businesses, and authorize the initiation of the plank sale campaign at the prices endorsed by the Select Board,...
To authorize plank sales at $350 for individuals, $450 for nonprofits, $550 for local businesses, and authorize the initiation of the plank sale campaign at the prices endorsed by the Select Board, and then direct funds from the plank sales to an account for construction, maintenance and operation of the Riverwalk Park Boardwalk and Event Space.
Yes: Flynn, Forest, StoneAbstained: PostThe roll call lists Mark Forest, Joyce Flynn and Michael Stone voting yes; the count with it names Tracy Post (abstaining).
From the minutes
“MOTION: To authorize plank sales at $350 for individuals, $450 for nonprofits, $550 for local businesses, and authorize the initiation of the plank sale campaign at the prices endorsed by the Select Board, and then direct funds from the plank sales to an account for construction, maintenance and operation of the Riverwalk Park Boardwalk and Event Space. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Joyce Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mark Forest, aye; Joyce Flynn, aye; Mike Stone, aye. Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays; 1 abstention (Tracy Post); 1 absent (Dorcas McGurrin). The motion carried..” (Motion: Forest, second: Flynn)
Endorse the formation of a committee to assist the Board in facilitating a "contest" or a survey of the public to get recommendations for the name of the park
To endorse the formation of a committee to assist the Board in facilitating a "contest" or a survey of the public to get recommendations for the name of the park. They should also involve the Chamber of Commerce.
Yes: Flynn, Forest, StoneAbstained: PostThe roll call lists Joyce Flynn, Mark Forest and Michael Stone voting yes; the count with it names Tracy Post (abstaining).
From the minutes
“MOTION: To endorse the formation of a committee to assist the Board in facilitating a "contest" or a survey of the public to get recommendations for the name of the park. They should also involve the Chamber of Commerce. Motion by: Mark Forest Seconded by: Joyce Flynn Roll Call Vote: Joyce Flynn, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Mike Stone, aye. Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays; 1 abstention (Tracy Post); 1 absent (Dorcas McGurrin). The motion carried..” (Motion: Forest, second: Flynn)
Approve the new manager of record
To approve the new manager of record.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the new manager of record. Motion by: Joyce Flynn Seconded by: Tracy Post Roll Call Vote: Tracy Post, aye; Mark Forest, aye; Joyce Flynn, aye; Mike Stone, aye. Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays; 1 member absent (Dorcas McGurrin). The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Flynn, second: Post)
Close the public portion of the hearing
To close the public portion of the hearing.
The minutes record the seconder as "no second heard". The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To close the public portion of the hearing. Motion by: Joyce Flynn. Seconded by: (no second heard) Discussion: Select Board Member Post said some people wanted to speak. The Chair said he was not going to take any more public commentary, since the Board had to discuss other business and they had to put some limits on the discussion. Roll Call Vote: Mark Forest, aye; Tracy Post, aye; Joyce Flynn, aye; Mike Stone, aye. Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays; 1 member absent (Dorcas McGurrin). The motion carried..” (Motion: Flynn)
Grant the request for an Annual Weekday (Friday and Saturday) Entertainment License for outdoor entertainment only, with a maximum of three musicians and/or singers, with no recorded music, no...
To grant the request for an Annual Weekday (Friday and Saturday) Entertainment License for outdoor entertainment only, with a maximum of three musicians and/or singers, with no recorded music, no disc jockey, no amplification for the hours of 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., subject to a one-year annual review. The license is subject to returning the certified receipts.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To grant the request for an Annual Weekday (Friday and Saturday) Entertainment License for outdoor entertainment only, with a maximum of three musicians and/or singers, with no recorded music, no disc jockey, no amplification for the hours of 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., subject to a one-year annual review. The license is subject to returning the certified receipts. Motion by: Mike Stone Seconded by: Joyce Flynn Discussion: Select Board Member Post asked if there was any shrubbery fencing to help contain the noise. Mr. Patel that they had shrubs and fencing. Ms. Carleton said that the eight foot fence in the back of the motel property was her and her neighbors' fencing, and that he only put shrubbery there. Roll Call Vote: Mark Forest, aye; Tracy Post, aye; Joyce Flynn, aye, Mike Stone, aye. Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays; 1 member absent (Dorcas McGurrin). The motion carried..” (Motion: Stone, second: Flynn)
Approve these proposed fee increases
To approve these proposed fee increases.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve these proposed fee increases. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Joyce Flynn Roll Call Vote: Mark Forest, aye; Tracy Post, aye; Joyce Flynn, aye; Mike Stone, aye. Vote: 4 ayes; 0 nays, 1 member absent (Dorcas McGurrin). The motion carried..” (Motion: Post, second: Flynn)
Approve the Regional Emergency Communication Center Intermunicipal Agreement as presented
To approve the Regional Emergency Communication Center Intermunicipal Agreement as presented.
Mark Forest was not present for this vote, as the minutes note with the count.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the Regional Emergency Communication Center Intermunicipal Agreement as presented. Motion by: Joyce Flynn Seconded by: Mike Stone Discussion: The members discussed whether they had enough members present to have a majority vote. The Town Administrator believed they just needed a majority of those present. Roll Call Vote: Tracy Post, aye; Mike Stone, aye; Joyce Flynn, aye. Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays; 2 members absent (Dorcas McGurrin; Mark Forest). The motion carried..” (Motion: Flynn, second: Stone)
Endorse the investment policy in the Board's packet
To endorse the investment policy in the Board's packet.
Mark Forest was not present for this vote, as the minutes note with the count.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To endorse the investment policy in the Board's packet. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Joyce Flynn Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays; 2 members absent (Dorcas McGurrin; Mark Forest). The motion carried..” (Motion: Post, second: Flynn)
Adopt the Order for Construction for Phase 1
To adopt the Order for Construction for Phase 1.
Mark Forest was not present for this vote, as the minutes note with the count.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To adopt the Order for Construction for Phase 1. Motion by: Joyce Flynn Seconded by: Tracy Post Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays; 2 members absent (Dorcas McGurrin; Mark Forest). The motion carried..” (Motion: Flynn, second: Post)
Approve the third, fourth and fifth items on the Consent Agenda
To approve the third, fourth and fifth items on the Consent Agenda.
The minutes give the count as 3 in favor and none opposed, but 4 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Tracy Post, Joyce Flynn and Mark Forest). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the third, fourth and fifth items on the Consent Agenda. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Joyce Flynn Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Flynn)
Approve the first item on the Consent Agenda with an amendment: To add that the Licensing Chair will have the authority to approve rescheduling of rain dates with the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce...
To approve the first item on the Consent Agenda with an amendment: To add that the Licensing Chair will have the authority to approve rescheduling of rain dates with the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce without the necessity of a full Board meeting.
The minutes give the count as 3 in favor and none opposed, but 4 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Tracy Post, Joyce Flynn and Mark Forest). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the first item on the Consent Agenda with an amendment: To add that the Licensing Chair will have the authority to approve rescheduling of rain dates with the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce without the necessity of a full Board meeting. Motion by: Joyce Flynn Seconded by: Tracy Post Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Flynn, second: Post)
Approve the second item on the Consent Agenda regarding the Riverwalk Park Eversource Easement and License Agreement
To approve the second item on the Consent Agenda regarding the Riverwalk Park Eversource Easement and License Agreement.
The minutes give the count as 3 in favor and none opposed, but 4 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Tracy Post, Joyce Flynn and Mark Forest). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To approve the second item on the Consent Agenda regarding the Riverwalk Park Eversource Easement and License Agreement. Motion by: Joyce Flynn Seconded by: Mike Stone Discussion: Ms. Post stated that she did not believe she could vote on the item since she was an employee of the contracted company for the project. The Town Administrator said the request was really on behalf of Eversource and was unrelated to the work being done by the Robert B. Our Company Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Flynn, second: Stone)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting.
The minutes give the count as 3 in favor and none opposed, but 4 members were present for this vote (Michael Stone, Tracy Post, Joyce Flynn and Mark Forest). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: To adjourn the meeting. Motion by: Tracy Post Seconded by: Joyce Flynn Vote: 3 ayes; 0 nays. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Post, second: Flynn)
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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