Yarmouth public meetings in 2022

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee voted to fund several infrastructure, housing, and restoration projects, including a $3 million request for Riverwalk Park. Some funding amounts were reduced from original requests, and one application for a ways to water assessment was deferred to the Open Space and Recreation Plan Update.

• Approved $3M plus $3M bonding authority for Riverwalk Park (7-0)
• Approved $400,000 for Taylor Bray Farm Phase 2 Restoration (7-0)
• Approved $268,144 for Friends Meetinghouse Restoration (7-0)
• Approved $180,000 for FORWARD at the Rock apartments (7-0)
• Approved $167,600 for Upper Bass River Watershed Restoration (7-0)
• Approved $120,000 for HECH Emergency Loan Program (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 for Yarmouth Port Library Improvement Project (5-1)
• Approved $200,000 for Affordable Housing Trust Deposit (6-0-1)

Finance Committee

The committee approved two fund transfers for professional services and county assessments. Members also tabled a vote on Capital Budget Committee appointments pending a list of all applicants.

• Approved $25,000 transfer for professional technical services for video updates (Unanimous)
• Approved $539,078 transfer from Collector Treasurer Professional Technical to Barnstable County Assessment (Unanimous)
• Tabled Capital Budget Committee appointments until a list of all public applicants is provided (Unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a public meeting with a public comment period and a director update, then may vote to enter executive session to review and approve abatements, exemptions, and related business under state law. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to review and approve abatements, exemptions, and related business under G.L. c. 30A §21(a)(7) and G.L. c. 59 §60

The Board of Assessors reviewed and voted unanimously to grant or deny all presented real estate and personal property abatement applications. The Board also approved all monthly reports and authorized the Assessor's office to stamp statutory exemption and abatement documents.

• Approved or denied all presented real estate and personal property abatement applications (unanimous)
• Authorized Assessor's office to stamp statutory exemption applications, abatement applications, and denial notices (unanimous)
• Approved all monthly reports (unanimous)

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved the employment contract for Police Chief Kevin Lennon and ratified the appointment of Bill Bonnetti as Director of Natural Resources. The board also filled vacancies on the Planning Board and Old King's Highway Committee.

• Approved contract for Chief Kevin Lennon (5-0)
• Ratified appointment of Bill Bonnetti as Director of Natural Resources (5-0)
• Appointed Ken Smith to Planning Board for a term through July 2025 (5-0)
• Appointed Richard Ventrone to Old King's Highway Committee for a term through December 2023 (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Susan Loveland from Library Board and Library Planning Committee (5-0)
• Approved March 9, 2021 minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved December 6, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved inclusion of Town Seal Committee questionnaire in 2023 Town Census (5-0)

Yarmouth Town Seal Committee

The Committee approved a revised survey form to be distributed to approximately 14,000 households via the Town Census. Members discussed funding for the estimated $1,760 printing cost and set a response deadline of March 1, 2023.

• Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved revised survey form by consensus
• Set survey response deadline for March 1, 2023
• Determined no contact with Tribal Historic Preservation Officer until specific questions or draft seals are ready
• Scheduled next meeting for January 23 at 4:30pm

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a meeting to receive public comment, hear a director update, and may vote to enter executive session to review and approve abatements, exemptions, and other related business under state law.

• Public comment period
• Director update
• Possible executive session to review and approve abatements and exemptions

The Board of Assessors voted unanimously to grant or deny all presented real estate and personal property abatement applications based on staff recommendations. The Board also approved all monthly reports and authorized the Assessor's office to stamp exemption and abatement documents.

• Voted unanimously to grant and/or deny all presented real estate and personal property abatement applications
• Approved authorization for Assessor's office to stamp statutory exemption applications, abatement applications, and denial notices (unanimous)
• Approved all monthly reports (unanimous)
• Voted unanimously to schedule an Executive Session for December 21, 2022

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Commission issued several negative determinations for residential additions and approved an order of conditions for a home replacement. It also authorized an emergency certification for a bulkhead replacement and granted a three-year extension for fiber roll installation.

• Issued negative 2 determination for sonotube addition for Stephen & Ruth Zaimis (5-0)
• Issued negative 3 determination for single family dwelling addition for Dennis & Amy Hatch (5-0)
• Denied order of conditions for beach and dune nourishment at 0 Great Island Road (2-3)
• Approved order of conditions for home replacement at 199 [Address obscured] for Gerardo & Gabrielle Burdo (unanimous)
• Granted 3-year extension for fiber roll installation at 86 River Street (4-1)
• Authorized emergency certification for bulkhead replacement for Ships Shops (unanimous)
• Issued certificates of compliance for 62A Pleasant Street and 51 Park Ave (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Weir Rd Culvert replacement and wetlands restoration (4-0)

Recreation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from November 16, 2022. Members discussed playground equipment colors and improvements for Sandy Pond, as well as a plan for retired cranberry bogs. The Recreation Director provided updates on basketball sponsorships and upcoming summer camp registration.

• Approved minutes from 11/16/22

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee voted to waive the requirement for an archaeological survey at the Drive-In Site. The committee also reviewed funding applications for watershed restoration and a meetinghouse restoration.

• Voted 6-1 to not require an archaeological survey of the Drive-In Site

Recycling and Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee approved the November meeting minutes. Members discussed plans for a future presentation to the Board of Selectmen regarding the Recycling Rules website and funding for waste ban outreach. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved November meeting minutes

Affordable Housing Trust

The meeting scheduled for December 13, 2022, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Planning Board

The Planning Board and Community Housing Committee conducted a listening session to gather public input on updating zoning bylaws for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). No substantive decisions were made during the meeting as it was a workshop for public comment. The meeting lacked a quorum.

Personnel Board Minutes & Agendas

The Yarmouth Personnel Board will meet on Monday, December 12, 2022, at 4:00 PM at Town Hall and via Zoom. The board is scheduled to review and possibly vote on seasonal miscellaneous compensation for the Natural Resources, Recreation, and Parks Divisions. The meeting also includes public comment, election of officers, and approval of prior minutes.

• Natural Resources Division Seasonal Misc. comp review and possible vote
• Recreation Division Seasonal Misc. comp review and possible vote
• Parks Division Seasonal Misc. comp review and possible vote
• Election of officers
• Approval of November meeting minutes

The Personnel Board approved updated miscellaneous compensation schedule ranges for Natural Resources, Recreation, and Public Works positions to remain competitive with surrounding communities. The board also approved the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approved updated pay ranges for Assistant Harbormaster ($18.00-$22.00) and Deputy Shellfish Constable ($14.25-$18.75) (3-0)
• Approved updated pay ranges for nine provisional/seasonal Recreation positions, including Beach Supervisor ($21-$28) and Head Lifeguard ($20-$23) (3-0)
• Approved updated pay ranges for provisional/seasonal Parks and Cemetery positions: Booth/Gate Attendant ($16-$18), Laborer ($16-$20), and Labor Supervisor ($19-$25) (3-0)
• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Golf Enterprise Committee

The committee voted to support proposed fee increases for the 2023 season to address inflation and capital project costs. These recommendations will be presented to the Board of Selectmen in January.

• Approved November 14th meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 fee increase request to the BOS: ~3% for general and senior annual passes, 5% for other passes and daily fees (6-0)

Old King's Highway Committee

The committee approved several applications for garage construction, window replacements, and signage. Two applications regarding solar panels and a new dwelling were tabled for further revisions.

• Approved garage demolition at 15 Railroad Ave (5-0-0)
• Approved garage construction at 15 Railroad Ave (4-1-0)
• Approved business sign replacement at 143 Route 6A (5-0-0)
• Approved gazebo construction at 19 Cranberry Lane (5-0-0)
• Tabled solar panel installation at 11 Ridgewood Drive (5-0-0)
• Approved window replacement at 36 Belle of the West Road (5-0-0)
• Tabled single-family dwelling construction at 2 Buttercup Lane (5-0-0)
• Approved single-family dwelling Option 1 at 108 Wharf Lane (5-0-0)

Disability Commission

The commission approved the November 18 minutes with amendments regarding beach mats and wheelchairs. Members discussed future leadership as Chair Dave Botting's term expires January 31, 2023. The group brainstormed ways to publicize vacancies on the commission.

• Approved November 18 minutes as amended (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved special permits for three residential projects to increase structure heights. Two requests for variances were withdrawn by the petitioners, and one special permit condition review was completed.

• Approved Special Permit for 61 Eldridge Road to increase ridge height to 28' (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal of Variance for 61 Eldridge Road (5-0)
• Approved Special Permit for 67 Eldridge Road to increase ridge height to 28' (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal of Variance for 67 Eldridge Road (5-0)
• Determined conditions met for Special Permit 4927 at 83A Lewis Road; no further review required
• Approved Special Permit for 15 Railroad Avenue to replace garage with 21' 9" height, conditioned that upstairs space not be habitable living space (5-0)
• Approved November 10, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved October 27, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board declined to endorse the draft Housing Production Plan as written, requesting several modifications including a glossary and clarified language regarding project endorsements. The board also reviewed discussion topics for upcoming accessory dwelling unit amendments.

• Declined endorsement of draft Housing Production Plan pending modifications
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting notes (2-0-2)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• Canceled December 21, 2022 meeting

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee approved a grant extension for HECH to allow the use of remaining funds for ongoing projects. Members discussed a proposal for the Riverwalk Park project involving a $3 million fund request and a $3 million bond authorization, though no vote was taken on the funding.

• Approved extension of 2019 HECH grant to 6/30/2023 and retention of $89,338.77 in unspent funds (7-0)

Library Planning Committee

The committee approved the minutes from a previous meeting. Members discussed the Library Consultant RFP, the MBLC construction grant program, and the need to recruit new committee members.

• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Select Board

The Board granted a petition to change a seasonal alcohol license to an annual license for Olympia Fish House Restaurant. Members also approved an intermunicipal agreement for a fire training prop and authorized a formal letter of concern to the DEP regarding proposed septic regulations.

• Approved change from seasonal to annual alcohol license for Olympia Fish House Restaurant (5-0)
• Approved intermunicipal agreement for construction and operation of fire training prop (4-0-1)
• Authorized Town Administrator to draft a letter to the DEP regarding Title 5 and Watershed Permit Regulations (5-0)
• Appointed Lorraine Doyle to Barnstable County HOME Consortium Advisory Council (5-0)
• Appointed Pauline Israelian to the Board of Assessors (5-0)
• Accepted resignations of Will Rubenstein, Richard Simon, George “Jody” Warner, and Mary R. Johnson from various committees (5-0)
• Approved police officers as agents of the Local Licensing Authority (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda minus the Community Housing Committee affordable rent item (5-0)

Climate Mitigation & Energy Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the November 7, 2022 meeting. Members received updates on Cape Light Compact meetings, EV installation repairs at the Senior Center, and the Solarize Plus Yarmouth bankruptcy case. Members were instructed to review and sign Open Meeting Law and Conflict of Interest certificates.

• Approved November 7, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Water Resources Advisory Committee

The committee received progress reports on the Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) and collection system designs. Members discussed potential funding strategies, including federal grants and combining project phases to share costs. The committee also reviewed a draft response letter to the DEP regarding nitrogen regulations.

• Approved November 7, 2022, minutes (unanimous)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a meeting with public comment, a director update, and an executive session to review and approve abatements, exemptions, and other related business under state law.

• Executive session to review and approve abatements and exemptions under G.L. c. 30A §21(a)(7) and G.L. c. 59 §60

The Board of Assessors approved the authorization for the Assessor's office to stamp statutory exemption applications, abatement applications, and denial notices. All monthly reports were approved and signed. A meeting for December 15, 2022, was scheduled for an Executive Session.

• Authorized Assessor's office to stamp statutory exemption applications, abatement applications and denial notices
• Approved all monthly reports
• Scheduled Executive Session meeting for December 15, 2022

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Commission approved several projects including an aquaculture farm and residential raze-and-replace efforts. One beach nourishment project was continued to a later date, and an after-the-fact patio proposal was delayed pending the removal of materials.

• Approved 3-acre aquaculture farm in Lewis Bay (5-0)
• Continued beach and dune nourishment at 0 Great Island Road to Dec 15 (5-0)
• Approved addition at 143 Pawkannawkut Dr with gazebo removal and mitigation (5-0)
• Approved addition at 3 Adrina Rd pending DEP number and cedar tree preservation (Vote pending)
• Continued after-the-fact patio at 8 Tide Lane to Jan 19, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved raze and replace at 108 Breezy Point Road (5-0)
• Approved new construction at 60 Barberry Road pending DEP number (5-0)
• Approved raze and replace at 103 River Street (5-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee discussed funding requests for the Affordable Housing Trust and the HECH Emergency Home Loan Program, as well as improvements to the Driftwood Lane water access. No final votes on these funding requests were recorded in the minutes; the committee only voted to adjourn and later approved the minutes of the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (8-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 30, 2022 meeting (5-0-1)

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Community & Economic Development Committee will discuss the Tourism Grant Program application materials and schedule, and the MA Vacant Storefront Program. They will also receive updates on seasonal housing, accessory dwelling units, and FY24 budget planning.

• Tourism Grant Program – Application Materials and Schedule
• MA Vacant Storefront Program
• Seasonal Housing Update
• ADU Update
• FY24 Budget Planning

The Committee approved the issuance of the Calendar Year 2023 Tourism Grant Program application materials. Members also discussed the potential for a pilot program related to the Massachusetts Vacant Store Front Program.

• Approved issuance of 2023 Tourism Grant application materials with a January 5, 2023 deadline (5-0)
• Approved October 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Community Housing Committee

The Committee voted to request that the Town apply for the CHAPA Municipal Engagement Program. It also authorized the Chair to urge the Cape Cod Commission to prioritize funding and staff time for affordable unit production over planning. The Committee discussed proposed Accessory Apartment Bylaw amendments but took no formal vote on them.

• Authorized Chair to request Town apply to CHAPA for Municipal Engagement Program assistance (Unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to write to Cape Cod Commission urging prioritization of affordable unit production and housing services over planning (Unanimous)

Old King's Highway Committee

The Old King’s Highway Historic District Committee approved solar panels, window replacements, and a porch conversion. The committee also approved the demolition of a house at 108 Wharf Lane but tabled the application for the new dwelling at that location pending design changes.

• Approved 39 solar panels at 14 Loch Rannoch Way (5-0-0)
• Approved black windows and clapboard at 29 Pheasant Cove Circle (4-1-0)
• Approved garage extension at 9 Erik’s Path (5-0-0)
• Approved porch conversion to four-season room at 1 Uncle Jimmy’s Lane (5-0-0)
• Approved demolition of house at 108 Wharf Lane (4-0-1)
• Tabled construction of new dwelling at 108 Wharf Lane (5-0-0)
• Tabled garage door window replacement at 35 Gingerbread Lane (5-0-0)
• Approved farmer’s porch and shed dormer at 4 Marsh Point (5-0-0)

Yarmouth Town Seal Committee

The committee approved a first draft of a questionnaire to gather public input on the town seal. Members discussed potential symbol changes, including replacing a tepee with a wigwam, and will review a second draft at the December meeting.

• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved first draft of the questionnaire as revised (5-0-1)

Disability Commission

The Commission approved updated by-laws and established a new monthly meeting time for 2023. The board also appointed a new Clerk and reviewed the status of beach accessibility equipment.

• Approved October 14 minutes (5-0-2)
• Approved nomination of Drew Krauss as Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved moving 2023 meetings to the 2nd Thursday of the month at 3pm (unanimous)
• Approved updated by-laws with three changes (4-2-1)

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Commission approved a series of updated administrative and permit fees and issued a stormwater management permit for a contractor bay project on Mid-Tech Drive. The board also approved a letter of support for stairs replacement at Driftwood Lane and ratified an enforcement order for Malfa Road.

• Approved letter of support for End of Driftwood Lane stairs replacement (6-0)
• Continued aquaculture farm application for Lewis Bay to Dec 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved revised plan for beach and dune nourishment at Barrier Beach (6-0)
• Requested revised mitigation plan for 40 Crosby St Extension by Dec 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Issued stormwater management permit for 186 & 212 Mid-Tech Drive (6-0)
• Ratified enforcement order for Malfa Road (6-0)
• Approved updated fee schedule including various NOI categories and administrative fees (multiple 4-1 votes)
• Tabled legal advertising fee for further review

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission approved a $120K Capital Assessment plan and the minutes from the October 12, 2022 meeting. Members discussed 2023 goals including Master Plan updates and the transition from fall to winter programming.

• Approved minutes from 10/12/22
• Approved Capital Assessment plan for $120K

Planning Board

The Planning Board reached a consensus on several regulatory requirements for ADUs, including owner-occupancy, rental limits, and size restrictions. The board also initiated the process to hire a consultant for updating the Local Comprehensive Plan.

• Agreed ADUs must be owner-occupied year-round by either the ADU or principal unit
• Agreed ADUs cannot be sold or placed in a condominium form of ownership
• Agreed lease agreements must be for a minimum of 12 consecutive months
• Agreed ADU size limit is 900 square feet or 50% of the principal dwelling, whichever is less
• Agreed all parking must be on-site with two spaces required per ADU
• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting notes (2-0-3)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Joanne Crowley to the LCP consultant selection committee

Community Preservation Committee

The committee reviewed a request for safety netting at Red Wilson Field and a regional housing project for adults with autism. One CPA application for recreation capital planning was withdrawn. No funding votes were taken during the meeting.

• Requested additional documentation for Y-D Red Sox $53,217 safety netting application
• Withdrew $120,000 CPA request for recreation capital planning
• Reviewed FORWARD application for Phase 2 accessible apartments at 131 Hokum Rock Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board participated in a Special Town Meeting where Article 22 regarding VCOD amendments was approved. A citizen petition for Accessory Dwelling Units (Article 23) was withdrawn. The Planning Board lacked a quorum for its own business.

• Approved Article 22 VCOD Amendments as amended to delete Items #1 and #2 (2/3rds majority)
• Withdrew Article 23 citizen petition for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Select Board

The Board reviewed and assigned motions for 23 Special Town Meeting articles. The Board voted to recommend a zoning article and the indefinite postponement of a petitioned article.

• Recommended Article 22 (Zoning for Village Centers Overlay District) as amended (5-0)
• Recommended supporting the indefinite postponement of Article 23 (5-0)
• Voted to not recommend Article 23 if not postponed or withdrawn (4-1)

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen met to prepare for a Special Town Meeting, assigning members to move various warrant articles. The Board voted to recommend an amended version of Article 22 regarding the Village Centers Overlay District and supported the indefinite postponement of Article 23.

• Recommended Article 22 (Zoning for Village Centers Overlay District) as amended (5-0)
• Recommended supporting the indefinite postponement of Article 23 (Accessory Dwelling Units) (5-0)
• Voted to not recommend Article 23 if not postponed or withdrawn (4-1)
• Canceled the November 29 meeting and moved agenda items to December 6

Personnel Board Minutes & Agendas

The Yarmouth Personnel Board will meet on November 14, 2022, at 4:00 PM in Yarmouth Town Hall and remotely via Zoom. Agenda items include public comment, review and possible vote on job descriptions for an Outreach Coordinator and a Communications Manager, staff business, approval of October meeting minutes, and scheduling a December 12 meeting.

• Review, grading, and possible vote on Outreach Coordinator job description
• Review, grading, and possible vote on Communications Manager job description
• Public comment period
• Approval of October 2022 meeting minutes
• Proposed meeting date: December 12, 2022

The Personnel Board reviewed and approved the job descriptions and grade levels for two town positions. The board also approved the minutes from the October 11 meeting.

• Approved Communications Manager job description at grade 20 (4-0)
• Approved Outreach Coordinator job description at grade 9 (4-0)
• Approved October 11 meeting minutes (4-0)

Golf Enterprise Committee

The committee reviewed a Town Meeting Article requesting $560,000 for clubhouse maintenance, a wastewater transfer pipe, and a master plan. Discussions were held regarding the use of Memorial Funds, but no decisions were reached on that topic.

• Approved October 11th meeting minutes (unanimous)

Old King's Highway Committee

The Old King's Highway Historic District Committee approved several residential projects, including solar installations and a shed. The committee unanimously denied a request to demolish a historic barn, citing demolition by neglect. A house demolition at 2 Buttercup Lane was approved.

• Approved 40 solar panels at 140 Cranberry Lane (5-0-0)
• Approved shed at 62 Collingwood Drive (5-0-0)
• Denied barn demolition at 38 Church Street (5-0-0)
• Approved house demolition at 2 Buttercup Lane (5-0-0)
• Tabled solar panel application for 20 Greenland Circle (5-0-0)
• Approved house addition and window replacement at 25 Pine Street (5-0-0)
• Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved 2023 hearing schedule (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a special permit for solar canopies at Cape Cod Hospital and a residential garage addition on Carver Road. A request to convert a motel into 100% seasonal employee housing was withdrawn, and a parking variance review for DiParma Restaurant was closed as conditions were met.

• Approved Special Permit for solar canopies at 4, 30, 34 & 40 Bayview Street (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal of Variance request for Bayview Street solar project (5-0)
• Determined conditions for Variance 4937 at 175 Route 28 were met (5-0)
• Approved Special Permit for garage and living space at 49 Carver Road (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal of petition for seasonal employee housing at 33-37 Seaside Village Road (5-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee voted to recommend funding for the Taylor Bray Farm Barn design on the Fall Town Meeting warrant. The board also reviewed 11 grant applications, requesting additional documentation for most projects before further action.

• Recommended up to $50,000 for Taylor Bray Farm Barn design and engineering (7-0)

Select Board

The Board conducted a presentation and public discussion of 23 warrant articles to prepare for a Special Town Meeting. No formal votes were taken on the articles themselves, but the Board assigned members to present specific articles during the meeting.

• Assigned Articles 1-4 to Selectman Horgan
• Assigned Articles 5-8 to Selectman Smith
• Assigned Articles 9-12 to Selectman Forest
• Assigned Articles 13-16 to Chairman Stone
• Assigned Articles 17, 18, 19, and 21 to Selectwoman McGurrin
• Approved motion to adjourn (4-0)

Recycling and Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee discussed potential grant-based options for public recycling and reviewed the use of the town's recycling website. Members discussed educational outreach for seasonal residents and upcoming student projects. No formal policy votes were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Community Housing Committee

The Committee voted to recommend the Board of Appeals approve an affordable accessory apartment at 32 Abells Road. It also recommended that the Board of Selectmen approve rent increases for two units at the Windrift Motel. No action was taken regarding proposed accessory apartment bylaw amendments.

• Recommended Board of Appeals approve affordable accessory apartment at 32 Abells Road (Unanimous)
• Recommended Board of Selectmen approve rent increase for Windrift Motel Unit #4 to $1,185 (Unanimous)
• Recommended Board of Selectmen approve rent increase for Windrift Motel Unit #7 to $1,056 (Unanimous)
• Took no action on Accessory Apartment Bylaw Amendments

Water Resources Advisory Committee

The committee received updates on the WRRF and collection system designs, including odor control and waste storage. Members discussed upcoming Town Meeting articles regarding wastewater prefunding and sewer betterments. The committee intends to draft a statement for a December 5 public hearing on DEP Nitrogen Sensitive Regulations.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a meeting on November 3, 2022, at 10:00 AM in Yarmouth Town Hall Room A. The agenda includes public comment, an update from the director, and a possible executive session to review abatements, exemptions, and other related business under state law.

• Public comment period
• Director update
• Executive session to review abatements and exemptions under G.L. c. 30A §21(a)(7) and G.L. c. 59 §60

The Board approved the authorization for the Assessor's office to stamp statutory exemption applications, abatement applications, and denial notices. The Board also approved and signed all monthly reports.

• Authorized Assessor's office to stamp statutory exemption applications, abatement applications, and denial notices
• Approved all monthly reports

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Commission approved several Certificates of Compliance and Orders of Conditions for residential projects. It issued enforcement orders for properties at 184 Blue Rock Road, 68 Horse Pond Road, and 110 River Street. Several aquaculture and development applications were continued to future meetings.

• Issued negative determination for deck at 15 Nauset Road (6-0)
• Issued order of conditions for 41 Uncle Roberts Road (6-0)
• Issued order of conditions for 39 Seth Lane (6-0)
• Granted Certificate of Compliance for 175 Route 28 (6-0)
• Granted Certificate of Compliance for 170 Pleasant Street (6-0)
• Denied Certificate of Compliance for 184 Blue Rock Road (0-6)
• Issued enforcement order for 184 Blue Rock Road (6-0)
• Issued $300 fine and enforcement order for 110 River Street (3-2)

Finance Committee

The committee discussed the town's reliance on property taxes and the impact of state aid formulas. Members reviewed the strategy of using conservative revenue estimates to build reserves and the use of District Improvement Financing (DIF) for wastewater infrastructure. No substantive votes on budget appropriations were taken.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board voted not to recommend a citizen petition regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as written. The board will instead begin its own discussions to develop an ADU bylaw starting November 16. The meeting also included a review of seasonal employee housing and short-term rental zoning.

• Voted (5-0-1) to NOT RECOMMEND Article 23 — Citizen Petition on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Voted (6-0) to close the Public Hearing on the Citizen Petition on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Select Board

The Board unanimously approved the FY24 Budget Policy Statement and authorized a new full-time Conservation Agent position. The Board also reappointed members to the Board of Health and Disability Commission. Discussions were held regarding water rebates for Cummaquid Heights, but no action was taken to continue them.

• Adopted FY24 Budget Policy Statement (5-0)
• Approved new full-time Conservation Agent position (5-0)
• Reappointed Dr. Bosky and Mr. Holway to Board of Health (5-0)
• Reappointed Mr. Krauss to Disability Commission (5-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment license extension for Oliver’s and Plank’s Tavern (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 23, 2021 (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2022 (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session to consider real property purchase on Higgins Crowell Road (5-0)

Climate Mitigation & Energy Committee

The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and voted to continue holding meetings remotely. Members discussed the status of town EV charging stations and solar projects, and received an update on a Solarize Plus Yarmouth bankruptcy informational meeting.

• Approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Approved holding meetings as remote (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board held a Change of Command Ceremony to transition police leadership. The Board unanimously appointed Kevin Lennon as Chief of Police, effective November 1, 2022. The board also issued a proclamation recognizing the 45-year career of outgoing Chief Frank Frederickson.

• Appointed Kevin Lennon as Chief of Police (unanimous), effective November 1, 2022
• Issued a Proclamation recognizing Frank G. Frederickson for 45 years of service

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a request to remove the annual cap on public golf rounds at Kings Way Golf Course, subject to annual reviews. A special permit for a home addition at 14 Cadet Lane was also approved. Two other petitions regarding accessory apartments and home additions were continued to future hearings.

• Approved unlimited public play at Kings Way Golf Course with annual reviews for 3 years (5-0)
• Approved Special Permit for two-story addition at 14 Cadet Lane (5-0)
• Continued petition for accessory apartment at 438 Route 6A to January 12, 2023
• Continued petition for addition at 45 Cedar Street to January 12, 2023
• Approved September 22, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Community Housing Committee

The committee received a presentation on the draft Housing Production Plan from consultant Karen Sunnarborg. Public comments were heard regarding senior housing priorities, affordable housing mandates, open space, and unit size requirements. No substantive votes were taken on the plan.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:30 PM (5-0)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust reviewed proposals from Habitat for Humanity and Sand Dollar for affordable housing developments. Staff submitted a $500,000 application for Community Preservation funds to include rental housing acquisition. No final votes were taken on the development proposals.

• Requested staff continue underwriting the Sand Dollar proposal for 42 rental units at 91 Route 28/26 Wendward Way
• Requested staff forward public comments on the Sand Dollar development to the Planning Board
• Directed staff to send Habitat for Humanity's Agreement in Principle and zoning opinion to Town Counsel for review
• Submitted application to Community Preservation Committee for $500,000 in General Deposit funds

Old King's Highway Committee

The Old King's Highway Historic District Committee approved five applications for alterations to properties in the historic district, including additions, solar panels, dormers, and signs. One application was withdrawn after being untabled. All votes were recorded with tallies.

• Approved addition at 10 Thrush Trail (4-0)
• Approved 24 solar panels at 99 Setucket Road (4-0)
• Approved 25 solar panels at 39 Mariners Lane (4-0)
• Approved dormers, windows, and door relocation at 97 Pheasant Cove Circle (3-1)
• Approved sign changes at 13 Willow Street (4-0)
• Withdrawn application for 28 solar panels at 26 Stoney Hill Drive (4-0)
• Approved 18 solar panels at 87 Stratford Lane (3-0-1)
• Approved September 26, 2022 minutes (3-0-1)

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Community & Economic Development Committee is reviewing a revised application for a mixed-use building and gas station. The body is also discussing vacant storefronts, site analysis, and tourism grants.

• ROAD Application #2022-2 for 1272, 1276 & 1282 Route 28: proposed 4,000 sf building with a convenience store, drive-thru, and four apartments
• MA Vacant Storefront Program discussion
• Vacant Site Analysis
• Tourism Grant Program discussion
• Beautification Team discussion regarding potential outside contractors for weeding

Personnel Board Minutes & Agendas

The Personnel Board is meeting to review and potentially vote on the grading and descriptions for specific town roles. The board will also discuss the Department Head Job Description Handbook and personnel policy guidelines.

• Mental Health Clinician job description review, grading, and possible vote
• Conservation Technician job description review, grading, and possible vote
• Dept Head Job Description Handbook review and possible vote
• Personnel Policy guidelines next steps
• Approval of meeting minutes from April, May, June, August, and September

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to provide a director update and hold a public comment period. The board may enter executive session to review and approve abatements and exemptions.

• Review and approval of abatements and exemptions

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Community & Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss economic incentive programs with the Massachusetts Office of Business Development. The committee will also consider a funding request for a Sand Sculpture Trail and receive updates on broadband and wastewater planning.

• Massachusetts Office of Business Development discussion on economic incentive programs
• Sand Sculpture Trail funding request
• Wastewater planning update
• Broadband planning update

Personnel Board Minutes & Agendas

The Personnel Board will meet to review meeting minutes from April, May, June, and August. The agenda includes reviews and possible votes regarding job descriptions for a Working Foreman and Crew Chief at the Disposal Area, as well as the Dept Head Job Description Handbook.

• Review and possible vote on Working Foreman-Disposal Area grading
• Review and possible vote on Crew Chief- Disposal Area grading
• Review and possible vote on Dept Head Job Description Handbook
• Discussion of Personnel Policy guidelines next steps

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Community & Economic Development Committee is reviewing budget updates for the Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund. The body is also discussing its revised charge and reviewing a site visit to Emerald Grove.

• Funding request for 2023 Yarmouth Sand Sculpture Trail
• Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund budget update
• Discussion on CEDC Revised Charge
• Emerald Grove site visit recap
• Updates on wastewater planning, roadway banners, and broadband planning

Personnel Board Minutes & Agendas

The Personnel Board is meeting to review and potentially vote on the grading for the Working Foreman and Crew Chief positions within the Disposal Area. The board will also discuss next steps for Personnel Policy guidelines.

• Review and possible vote on Working Foreman-Disposal Area grading
• Review and possible vote on Crew Chief-Disposal Area grading
• Review of Personnel Policy guidelines
• Approval of April and May 10, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a public meeting and may enter into executive session. The session is intended to review and approve abatements, exemptions, and related business.

• Review and approval of abatements
• Review and approval of exemptions

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Community & Economic Development Committee is meeting to review the Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund budget. The committee will consider funding requests for roadway banners and wayfinding signage design.

• Budget update for Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund
• Funding request for roadway banners
• Funding request for wayfinding signage design

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Community & Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss recreational marijuana dispensaries. The body will also review minutes from May 24, 2022, and provide staff updates.

• Discussion on recreational marijuana dispensaries
• Review of May 24, 2022 meeting minutes
• Planning for June 28, 2022 broadband discussion

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Committee will review a ROAD application for 1276 and 1282 Route 28. The meeting includes a discussion with Assistant Town Administrator Bill Scott regarding CEDC goals, objectives, and the committee website.

• ROAD Application Review – 1276 and 1282 Route 28
• Discussion of CEDC Goals and Objectives
• Discussion of CEDC Website

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Committee will discuss a Utility Box Wrap Project and hold a discussion with Selectman Tracy Post. Future agenda items include broadband planning and recreational marijuana.

• Utility Box Wrap Project
• Discussion with Selectman Tracy Post
• Broadband Planning Discussion (scheduled for May 10, 2022)
• Recreational Marijuana Discussion (TBD)

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Policy Review Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss potential policies for review. The group will specifically examine files regarding student restraint, transportation, and non-discrimination.

• Review of Policy JKAA (Physical Restraint of Students)
• Review of Policy AC and AC-R (Non-Discrimination and Harassment/Retaliation)
• Review of Policy ACAB (Sexual Harassment)
• Review of Policy JICK (Harassment of Students)
• Review of Policy EEA (Transportation of Students)

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee will meet to adopt the FY23 budget and name a new district school. The meeting includes an executive session regarding collective bargaining negotiations.

• Proposed FY23 budget of $71,776,209
• Dennis total assessment of $19,204,261
• Yarmouth total assessment of $39,792,435
• Proposal to name the new district school the Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate Middle School
• Executive session regarding DyEA Negotiations

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee is meeting to adopt the FY23 budget and amend the FY2022 budget to move funds into capital stabilization. The body will also consider naming a new district school and its auditorium.

• Proposed FY23 budget of $71,776,209
• Proposed $2,500,000 transfer to Capital Stabilization Fund from Excess & Deficiency Fund Balance
• Naming of new district school as Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate Middle School
• Naming of new school auditorium as Kenneth T. Jenks Performing Arts Center
• Executive session regarding DyEA Negotiations

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The School Committee will review revised guidance from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). The committee is also scheduled to discuss and vote on mask-related items.

• Review of Revised DESE Guidance
• Discussion & Vote - Masks

Library Planning Committee

The Library Planning Committee will meet to review a tour of a mixed-use facility in South Burlington, Vermont. The body will also discuss next steps for land use at Forest Road and review Q&A content for the library website.

• Recap of Virtual Housing Summit 2/3/22
• Review of South Burlington, Vermont mixed-use facility tour
• Selection of Q&A content for library website
• Discussion of Forest Road land use next steps

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee is holding a public budget hearing. The meeting focuses on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023.

• Public budget hearing for fiscal year 2023

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The School Committee is conducting public hearings regarding the FY23 DYRSD Budget and the naming of a new school. The body will also review a proposal to accept a scholarship donation and declare a desk as surplus.

• Public hearing on FY23 DYRSD Budget
• Public hearing on naming of the new school
• Proposed acceptance of $16,000 donation from Lyndon Paul Lorusso Foundation for scholarships
• Proposal to declare one teacher style desk as surplus

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee will hold a public hearing regarding the name of the new school currently being built at 286 Station Avenue. The meeting is scheduled for February 7, 2022, at Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School.

• Public hearing on naming the new school at 286 Station Avenue

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Finance & Capital Subcommittee will meet to discuss updates regarding the FY23 budget and capital projects. The meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. at the Administration Building in South Yarmouth.

• FY23 Budget Update
• FY23 Capital Update

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The School Committee will consider a tentative FY23 budget of $71,128,883. Members will also vote on an amendment to the Perkins Eastman contract regarding Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate Middle School.

• Adoption of a tentative FY23 budget of $71,128,883
• Amendment #6 to the Perkins Eastman, DPC contract for $34,430, bringing the total to $9,108,150.00
• Naming of a new school
• Discussion of substitute pay and Digital Literacy Now Grant
• Acceptance of various donations for the Ezra H. Baker Innovation School

Library Planning Committee

The Library Planning Committee is meeting to review its charge, last year's accomplishments, and goals for the current year. The meeting includes recaps of previous discussions with the Assistant Town Administrator and various town committees.

• Recap of 12/21/21 meeting with Assistant Town Administrator Bill Scott
• Recap of Finance Committee and Capital Budget Committee meetings
• Recap of 1/11/22 Land Disposition Committee meeting
• Recap of 1/11/22 Housing Summit
• Review of LPC charge and goals for the year

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District School Committee will conduct an initial review of the FY22 budget and discuss a capital plan for the Cape Cod Collaborative. The meeting includes a COVID-19 update and a consent agenda for administrative approvals.

• Initial FY22 Budget Review
• Proposal to establish a Capital Reserve Fund for the Cape Cod Collaborative
• Acceptance of recess ball donations for Station Avenue Elementary School
• Declaration of 4 lab tables and 1 computer table as surplus