Yarmouth, Massachusetts

Board of Health

La Junta votará sobre la aprobación de los fondos de subvención para Human Services FY27. También revisará una solicitud de licencia para establo y cabras en 88 & 100 Mill Lane y considerará una solicitud de exención de plástico de Shaw's. Se programan actualizaciones sobre la sequía de Nivel 2 y la regulación de reducción de plástico.

• Votación sobre los fondos de subvención de Human Services para FY27
• Licencia de establo y cabras para 88 & 100 Mill Lane
• Solicitud de exención de plástico de Shaw's
• Actualización del estado de la sequía de Nivel 2
• Actualización del progreso de la regulación de reducción de plástico

Select Board

La Junta Selecta de Yarmouth realizará audiencias públicas sobre licencias anuales y especiales de entretenimiento/alcohol para varios negocios y eventos, incluyendo Free Bird Motor Lodge, Uncommoner Hotel y una serie de ciclismo en Smugglers Beach. La junta también discutirá una carta de apoyo para reformar la fórmula de distribución de ayuda local de la Lotería de Massachusetts y escuchará una presentación sobre cajas de naloxona de parte de la policía y el grupo de apoyo al VIH/SIDA. También están en la agenda los nombramientos y reelecciones a las juntas.

• Audiencia para licencias anuales de entretenimiento entre semana/domingo – Free Bird Motor Lodge, 553 Route 28, West Yarmouth
• Audiencia para licencias anuales de entretenimiento – Uncommoner Hotel, 135 Route 28, West Yarmouth
• Votación sobre cambio de gerente para Jacqueline's on Twenty-Eight, 175 Route 28, West Yarmouth
• Audiencia para licencias especiales de alcohol/entretenimiento – Serial Killer Speakeasy Tours en el Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main Street
• Discusión/votación sobre carta de apoyo para la revisión legislativa de la fórmula de distribución de ayuda local de la Lotería de Massachusetts

Finance Committee

El comité revisará los informes financieros de mayo de 2026 y el proceso de cierre del año fiscal 26. Los miembros también considerarán nombrar un reemplazo para la miembro del Comité de Presupuesto de Capital, Sandy Fife.

• Nombramiento de reemplazo para la miembro del Comité de Presupuesto de Capital, Sandy Fife
• Informes financieros de mayo de 2026
• Actualización del cierre del año fiscal 26
• Transferencias presupuestarias

Recreation Commission

La Recreation Commission discutirá actualizaciones sobre los programas de verano y el empleo de verano. Los comisionados también considerarán nominaciones y reglas de votación. La reunión incluye comentario público y aprobación de actas anteriores.

• Discusión de actualizaciones de programas de verano
• Actualización de empleo de verano
• Nominaciones para puestos de la comisión
• Revisión y votación de reglas de votación
• Aprobación de actas de reuniones anteriores

Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee

El Comité de Concientización sobre Sustancias de Yarmouth realizará una reunión híbrida el 8 de julio de 2026. Escucharán una presentación de la Dra. Ruth Potee, revisarán datos de sobredosis y discutirán una nueva solicitud de subvención estatal para el condado de Barnstable. El comité también considerará vacantes de membresía y próximos eventos comunitarios.

• Presentación de la Dra. Ruth Potee
• Informes de datos de sobredosis
• Nueva solicitud de subvención estatal para el condado de Barnstable
• Extensiones del fondo de remediación de opioides firmadas para el FY26
• Evento IOAD en Smugglers Beach el 31 de agosto

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

La Comisión de Conservación de Yarmouth revisará varias solicitudes de permisos para proyectos en áreas ambientalmente sensibles, incluyendo una reurbanización en 703 Route 28, nuevas viviendas y reconstrucciones de muros de contención. Los elementos incluyen solicitudes de determinación de aplicabilidad, certificado de cumplimiento y avisos de intención. Dos proyectos de muros de contención se posponen hasta el 16 de julio.

• Reurbanización en 703 Route 28 en LSCSF, frente al río y zona de amortiguamiento de banco costero
• Nueva vivienda con ADU en 286 South Sea Avenue en LSCSF y hábitat NHESP
• Reconstrucción de muro de contención en 7 Tide Lane y 14 Compass Drive (pospuesto hasta el 7/16)
• Presentación posterior de patio en 689 Willow Street en frente al río y LSCSF
• Adiciones y patio propuestos en 42 Mill Lane en LSCSF y zonas de amortiguamiento

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors se reúne para comentarios públicos, una actualización del director y una sesión ejecutiva. La sesión ejecutiva es para revisar y aprobar reducciones, exenciones y asuntos relacionados según la ley estatal.

• Sesión ejecutiva para revisar y aprobar reducciones y exenciones

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación discutirá las enmiendas propuestas al reglamento de Alquiler a Corto Plazo (STR), incluyendo limitar a los propietarios a una unidad de alquiler, prohibir los STR en apartamentos accesorios y una cláusula de caducidad que expira el 30 de noviembre de 2026. También considerarán modificar el reglamento de Unidades de Vivienda Accesoria para cumplir con la Ley de Viviendas Asequibles del estado. Se proporcionarán actualizaciones sobre el Proyecto de Utilización de Mattacheese.

• Debate sobre extender la cláusula de caducidad de STR más allá del 30 de noviembre de 2026
• Propuesta para limitar los registros de propietarios a una unidad STR (de dos a una)
• Prohibición de STR en apartamentos accesorios y ADU
• Requerir registro anual e inspecciones para todos los STR
• Actualización del estado del Proyecto de Utilización de Mattacheese (MUP)

Historical Commission

La Yarmouth Historical Commission llevará a cabo una reunión pública para considerar una solicitud de demolición para una propiedad en 33 Hedge Row en West Yarmouth. El propietario y el arquitecto presentarán la solicitud. La reunión está abierta al público en persona o vía Zoom.

• Solicitud de demolición para 33 Hedge Row, West Yarmouth

Disability Commission

La comisión está revisando su mandato oficial y el sitio web del pueblo. Los miembros también discutirán actualizaciones sobre un proyecto de libro para colorear sobre bondad y educación sobre los requisitos de estacionamiento para discapacitados.

• Revisión del Mandato de la Comisión
• Actualización sobre la impresión y el flujo de trabajo del libro para colorear 'Kindness and Acceptance'
• Discusión sobre la educación sobre los requisitos de estacionamiento para discapacitados
• Informe de nominación de EMBIA y votación
• Marketing de distribución de folletos de YCOD

Golf Enterprise Committee

El Golf Enterprise Committee escuchará una actualización del Department of Public Works sobre aguas residuales y solicitudes que afectan a los campos de golf. También discutirán proyectos de gastos y capital en los campos Bass River y Bayberry, revisarán solicitudes de reembolso y elegirán a los oficiales para el próximo año.

• Actualización de DPW sobre aguas residuales y solicitudes para campos de golf
• Elección de oficiales de GEC para el próximo año
• Actualizaciones de Bass River sobre proyectos de gastos y capital
• Actualizaciones de Bayberry sobre proyectos de gastos y capital
• Solicitudes de reembolso

Zoning Board of Appeals

La Junta considerará una petición de Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod para construir seis viviendas de ingresos bajos y moderados en 1121 Route 28 #B. El solicitante solicita varias exenciones en cuanto al tamaño del lote, retrocesos, estacionamiento y gestión de aguas pluviales para facilitar el proyecto.

• Petición 5240: Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod, Inc.
• Construcción de seis viviendas asequibles en 1121 Route 28 #B
• Exenciones solicitadas para el tamaño del lote, retrocesos y gestión de aguas pluviales
• Solicitud de permiso integral según M.G.L. Capítulo 40B

Select Board

La Select Board discutirá un artículo para una próxima Special Town Meeting. La reunión se suspenderá a las 6:00 p.m. para la propia Special Town Meeting.

• Discusión sobre el artículo de Special Town Meeting

Finance Committee

El Finance Committee está recomendando una autorización de bonos de $35.7 millones para una nueva Town Library en 1175 Route 28 en South Yarmouth. El proyecto requiere un voto de 2/3 para acceder a una subvención estatal de $13.4 millones y se financiaría mediante exclusión de deuda.

• Autorizar $35,706,091 para la construcción de la nueva Town Library
• Autorizar préstamo de hasta $35,706,091 para el proyecto de la biblioteca
• Autorizar solicitud de subvención de $13,438,478 del Massachusetts Public Library Construction Program
• Autorizar préstamo contingente al voto de exclusión de deuda
• Autorizar uso de $22,267,613 en obligación después de aplicar la subvención

Select Board

La Select Board de Yarmouth celebrará audiencias públicas sobre varias solicitudes de licencias de alcohol, incluyendo una nueva licencia minorista estacional de todas las bebidas alcohólicas para Blue Rock Resort y un programa piloto para servicio nocturno. La junta también votará sobre una promesa de inventario/garantía para Oliver's & Planck's Tavern, discutirá la redacción de un letrero para Sandy Pond Recreation Area y considerará nombrar miembros para el Energy Committee y otras juntas.

• Audiencia: Nueva licencia minorista estacional de hotel para todas las bebidas alcohólicas para Blue Rock Resort en 39 Todd Road, South Yarmouth
• Discusión/Votación: Licencias de alcohol – Programa piloto de licenciatario de la Sección 12 para servicio nocturno
• Votación: Promesa de inventario/garantía para Oliver's & Planck's Tavern en 6 Bray Farm Road, Yarmouth Port
• Discusión/Votación: Redacción del letrero para Sandy Pond Recreation Area
• Nombramientos: Energy Committee (Marie McHugh); Renombramientos a la Board of Assessors y a la Conservation Commission

Old King's Highway Committee

El Comité del Distrito Histórico Old King's Highway llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre nueve nuevas solicitudes de Certificados de Apropiación para cambios exteriores como revestimiento, cercas, techos y terrazas. También considerará una solicitud pospuesta para construir una nueva vivienda unifamiliar en 338 North Dennis Road. El comité aprobará las actas de su reunión del 8 de junio.

• Solicitud pospuesta 26-A031 para nueva vivienda unifamiliar en 338 North Dennis Road
• Solicitud 26-A065: reemplazar revestimiento, molduras, puertas, cerca, techo en 14 Many Oaks Circle
• Solicitud 26-A069: adición y reemplazos exteriores extensos en 24 Minnetuxet Way
• Solicitud 26-A066: construir un cobertizo en 359 Route 6A
• Solicitud 26-A073: construir una terraza trasera en 102 Starbuck Lane

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

La Comisión de Conservación considerará una solicitud de fondos para el proyecto de restauración de Upper Bass River. La junta también revisará varios permisos para ampliaciones de viviendas, reconstrucciones de malecones y reurbanización de sitios comerciales en áreas costeras y humedales protegidos.

• Solicitud de fondos de conservación para la restauración de Upper Bass River (DPW)
• Propuesta de revestimiento de piedra y relleno en 679 y 681 Ruta 28
• Propuesta de nueva vivienda con ADU y séptico en 286 South Sea Avenue
• Reconstrucciones de malecones en 7 Tide Lane y 143 Mayflower Terrace
• Propuesta de sistema de muelle, rampa y plataforma flotante para 104 y 110 River Street

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación revisará una solicitud de Permiso Integral para un desarrollo de 6 lotes de Habitat for Humanity en 1121 Route 28 y podrá enviar comentarios a la Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación. También considerarán una política actualizada de Complete Streets, un plan de replantación de árboles para Old Main Street y posibles enmiendas a los reglamentos de alquiler a corto plazo. Un borrador de RFP para servicios de consultoría para promover el uso mixto a lo largo de Route 28 está en la agenda.

• Revisión del plan de replantación de árboles para 10 árboles eliminados en Old Main Street (reemplazo para mayo de 2027)
• Votación sobre la política actualizada de Complete Streets
• Proyecto de 6 lotes de Habitat for Humanity del Capítulo 40B en 1121 Route 28
• Borrador de RFP para consultor que revise los Estándares de Diseño y la zonificación para uso mixto en Route 28
• Discusión de enmiendas al reglamento de alquiler a corto plazo (Sección 418)

Affordable Housing Trust

El Affordable Housing Trust votará sobre varios gastos, incluyendo $91,695 para salario de personal y $3,500 para horas extra, y hasta $9,252 para la tarifa de la Barnstable County Share Housing Office. También votarán sobre la presentación de una solicitud de Community Preservation para el FY2028 y confirmarán un contrato para el Programa de Asistencia de Alquiler. Se proporcionarán actualizaciones sobre varios proyectos de vivienda, incluidos desarrollos en la Ruta 28, Winslow Gray Road, Witchwood Road y Wood Road.

• Votar para aprobar la solicitud de Community Preservation para el FY2028
• Posible voto para gastar $91,695 en horas regulares y $3,500 en horas extra para salario de personal
• Posible voto para gastar hasta $9,252 para la tarifa de la Barnstable County Share Housing Office (tarifa base más horas de consultor)
• Proyectos de consultoría: preservación de dos viviendas asequibles en Plymouth Road y estudio de necesidades de vivienda para personas mayores
• Confirmar el alcance del contrato de trabajo para el Programa de Asistencia de Alquiler administrado por Housing Assistance Corp

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

El comité considerará recomendaciones para proyectos de mejora pública del Fondo de Preservación de Ingresos Turísticos (TRPF), incluyendo reparaciones en el paseo marítimo de Bass Hole, manejo de especies invasoras y nueva señalización. También discutirán una solicitud de $50,000 para modificaciones de zonificación y permisos para promover el redesarrollo de uso mixto a lo largo de la Ruta 28. Además, se anuncia un programa de mini-subvenciones para negocios afectados por la construcción de aguas residuales.

• Recomendar $285,210 del TRPF para seis proyectos: quiosco en Colonial Acres Beach ($4,860), manejo de especies invasoras ($26,800), días de limpieza ($2,050), barandilla de Englewood Beach ($75,000), riego de Parkers River Landing ($157,000) y cercado ($19,500)
• Proponer transferir $95,585 de la cuenta de Desarrollo Económico para cubrir el déficit del TRPF, dejando $122,769 en esa cuenta
• Solicitud de reparación del paseo marítimo de Bass Hole: $74,000 del TRPF combinados con $100,000 de la cuenta de tablones del paseo marítimo para un total de $174,000
• La Junta de Planificación busca $50,000 del TRPF para un consultor que simplifique la zonificación/permisos para el desarrollo de uso mixto de la Ruta 28
• Mini-subvención de $250 para publicidad en estantes en el Centro de Bienvenida de Cape Cod para negocios afectados por la construcción de aguas residuales

Board of Health

La Yarmouth Board of Health revisará y votará sobre la financiación de las Solicitudes de Subvenciones de Servicios Humanos para FY2027. También recibirán y discutirán el plan operativo anual de Massachusetts Coastal Railroad para el control de vegetación. La reunión incluye comentario público, aprobación de actas anteriores y anuncios.

• Solicitudes de Subvenciones de Servicios Humanos – revisión y aprobación de financiación para FY2027
• Plan Operativo Anual de Massachusetts Coastal Railroad para el Control de Vegetación
• Período de comentario público
• Aprobación de actas del 1 de junio de 2026
• Anuncios

Zoning Board of Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación escuchará tres peticiones de permisos especiales y variaciones. Las decisiones incluyen límites de letreros en un supermercado y cambios operativos para un negocio local.

• Petición 5237: Variaciones de altura y cantidad de letreros para Stop & Shop en 484 Station Avenue
• Petición 5238: Permiso especial para The Howl-A-Day, LLC para hospedar hasta 40 perros en 35 & 41 Industrial Park Road
• Petición 5239: Permiso especial para SRS Building Products para almacenar materiales peligrosos en 60 Ansel Hallet Road

The Board unanimously approved a Special Permit for SRS Building Products to store up to 400 gallons of hazardous materials at 60 Ansel Hallet Road, subject to conditions from the Hazardous Materials Inspector. The Board also unanimously amended Dog Boarding Special Permit #5079 to add Alisha Lynne Ludwig as co-owner, and allowed withdrawal of a Variance request without prejudice. Prior meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved Special Permit for hazardous materials storage at 60 Ansel Hallet Road (5-0)
• Amended Dog Boarding Special Permit #5079 to add new co-owner Alisha Lynne Ludwig (5-0)
• Allowed withdrawal of Variance request without prejudice (5-0)
• Approved May 14, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 28, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)

Waterways/Shellfish Advisory Committee

El comité revisará los avisos de intención para proyectos de construcción en la costa. Esto incluye una reposición de revestimiento de piedra por Down Cape Engineering y un proyecto de muelle fijo/flotador por Atlantic Coast Engineering.

• Propuesta de reposición de revestimiento de piedra por Down Cape Engineering
• Propuesta de muelle fijo, pasarela y flotador por Atlantic Coast Engineering LLC
• Solicitudes de alivio por pago atrasado de Nicholas Fiorillo y Ted Zambelis

Personnel Board Minutes & Agendas

La Yarmouth Personnel Board discutirá y posiblemente votará sobre una nueva descripción de trabajo para un Aquaculture and Water Quality Technician/Shellfish Constable. También revisarán y votarán sobre las actas de la reunión de May y establecerán la fecha de la reunión de July. Se invita al público a comentar al inicio de la reunión.

• Revisión y posible votación sobre la descripción de trabajo de Aquaculture and Water Quality Technician/Shellfish Constable
• Revisión y aprobación de las actas de la reunión de May
• Propuesta de fecha de reunión de July: July 9, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission se reunirá para discutir asuntos antiguos. El enfoque principal es la instalación planificada de un American Revolutionary War Monument.

• Instalación de American Revolutionary War Monument

Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee

El comité revisará los puestos de liderazgo abiertos, incluidos un Copresidente y un Representante Estudiantil. Los miembros escucharán presentaciones de Hopeful Outreach y The Michael English House, mientras discuten los próximos eventos comunitarios para agosto y septiembre.

• Puestos abiertos en YSAC: Copresidente, Reductor de Daños Secundario y Representante Estudiantil
• Presentación de Hopeful Outreach
• Presentación de The Michael English House
• Actualizaciones de FY26 Opioid Remediation
• Evento del Día Internacional de Concientización sobre Sobredosis en Smugglers Beach el 31 de agosto

Recycling and Solid Waste Advisory Committee

La agenda publicada para la reunión del Yarmouth Recycling and Solid Waste Advisory Committee del 10 de junio de 2026 no pudo recuperarse debido a un error de archivo. Como resultado, no hay elementos o decisiones específicas disponibles. La reunión pudo haber sido cancelada o el enlace está roto.

Recreation Commission

La Recreation Commission de Yarmouth realizará una reunión pública para discutir actualizaciones del programa de verano, un proyecto de reacondicionamiento de las canchas de pickleball y empleo de verano. Los comisionados también revisarán temas relacionados con Sandy Pond Recreation y la actualización del CCRT.

• Actualización sobre el reacondicionamiento de las canchas de pickleball
• Actualización del programa de verano
• Actualización del empleo de verano
• Discusión sobre Sandy Pond Recreation
• Actualización del CCRT

Library Board

La Junta de la Biblioteca celebrará una reunión pública para aprobar las actas, escuchar el informe del director y discutir el reclutamiento de miembros de la junta. La junta también revisará las actualizaciones de la política y pautas de la Sala Leonard, así como la política de la Exposición de Arte.

• Revisar la política actualizada de la Sala Leonard
• Revisar las pautas de la Sala Leonard
• Revisar y discutir la política de la Exposición de Arte
• Informe sobre el reclutamiento de miembros de la junta

Yarmouth Housing Authority

La Junta revisará actualizaciones financieras para Long Pond Plaza, Station Ave y los programas de Sección 8. La reunión incluye discusiones sobre resúmenes departamentales y actualizaciones de los comités de vivienda comunitaria.

• Informes financieros para 667 Long Pond Plaza y 689 Station Ave
• Actualizaciones de los programas de Sección 8 y Mass Voucher
• Certificación de cumplimiento con las leyes de pintura con plomo
• Certificación de compensación de los 5 principales
• Certificación de estados financieros de fin de año fiscal

Select Board

El Select Board votará sobre la adjudicación del Wastewater Contract #6. También llevarán a cabo audiencias públicas sobre el cambio de horario de The Music Room y la aprobación de un cambio de propiedad de Longfellow's Pub. Otros asuntos incluyen una audiencia sobre perros, nombramientos para juntas municipales y una proclamación.

• Votación sobre la adjudicación del Wastewater Contract #6
• Audiencia: Cambio de horario de The Music Room para abrir a las 11 AM diariamente
• Audiencia: Cambio de propiedad de Longfellow's Pub
• Audiencia sobre perros: queja contra Peter Bleau
• Votación para disolver el Mattacheese Utilization Committee

Old King's Highway Committee

El Comité del Distrito Histórico de Old King's Highway celebrará una audiencia pública sobre seis solicitudes de Certificados de Idoneidad, incluida una renovación importante en 25 Belle of the West Road y la instalación de paneles solares en 16 Church Street. También considerarán asuntos pospuestos para una nueva vivienda y una unidad de vivienda accesoria. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas anteriores.

• Reemplazar y agregar escalones en 6 Fortune Road (Sean y Shannon O'Donnell)
• Instalar 39 paneles solares en los techos laterales y traseros en 16 Church Street (Peter Barnes/Venture Home Solar)
• Retirar rampa de concreto y barandilla de tubería en 297 Route 6A (Yarmouth Port Library Association)
• Instalar cerca en 1 Halyard Road (Douglas Berletic)
• Nueva ampliación, buhardilla, terraza, ventanas, techo, revestimiento y molduras en 25 Belle of the West Road (Kathleen Clarke)

The Old King's Highway Committee tabled a solar panel application for 16 Church Street amid concerns about visibility from Route 6A. The committee also approved a deck modification at 6 Fortune Road, removal of a concrete ramp at the Yarmouth Port Library, a fence at 1 Halyard Road, and a major renovation at 25 Belle of the West Road. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved deck replacement at 6 Fortune Road (4-0)
• Tabled solar panel installation at 16 Church Street (4-0) pending alternative plan
• Approved removal of concrete ramp at 297 Route 6A (4-0)
• Approved privacy fence at 1 Halyard Road (4-0)
• Approved addition, dormer, deck, windows at 25 Belle of the West Road (4-0)

Community Housing Committee

El Comité de Vivienda Comunitaria discutirá y posiblemente votará sobre las propuestas de alquileres asequibles para el proyecto Capn Gladcliff en 817 Route 28. También revisarán una solicitud del Capítulo 40B para un vecindario de Habitat for Humanity en Wood Road y considerarán recomendar la aprobación de una solicitud del Fondo de Preservación Comunitaria del Fideicomiso de Vivienda Asequible. En la agenda figura una actualización sobre el Proyecto de Utilización Mattacheese en 400 Higgins Crowell Road.

• Votación sobre las propuestas de alquileres asequibles para Capn Gladcliff en 817 Route 28
• Revisión de la solicitud del Capítulo 40B para el vecindario Habitat en Wood Road (1121 Rt 28)
• Posible votación para recomendar una subvención del Fideicomiso de Vivienda Asequible del Comité de Preservación Comunitaria
• Actualización sobre el Proyecto de Utilización Mattacheese en 400 Higgins Crowell Road
• Aprobación de actas e informes del comité

Climate Mitigation & Energy Committee

The Climate Mitigation & Energy Committee revisará noticias energéticas del pueblo, informará sobre la South Yarmouth Energy Information Table y finalizará las metas del proyecto de divulgación 'Yarmouth Energy Savers', que incluyen aislamiento, bombas de calor y vehículos eléctricos.

• Aceptación de las actas de la reunión de mayo
• Informe sobre la South Yarmouth Energy Information Table
• Actualización sobre noticias energéticas importantes del pueblo
• Noticias de Cape Light Compact
• Finalizar las metas del proyecto 'Yarmouth Energy Savers'

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

La Comisión de Conservación revisará varias solicitudes de permisos para proyectos residenciales y comerciales que afectan humedales y áreas costeras. La junta también abordará un caso de cumplimiento relacionado con construcción no autorizada y votará la renovación de los miembros de la comisión.

• Solicitudes de reconstrucción de muros de contención y diques para 14 Compass Drive, 7 Cape Isles Drive y 166-172 Blue Rock Road
• Revisión de reurbanización del sitio para 703 Route 28
• Acción de cumplimiento por patio no autorizado y eliminación de vegetación en 15 Sagamore Road
• Muelle estacional propuesto en 37 Indian Memorial Drive
• Votos de renovación para los comisionados David Bernstein y Jack Frost

The Conservation Commission approved a Certificate of Compliance (COC) for 703 Route 28 pending cleanup of hazardous materials, voted 6-0. It also withdrew a $300 fine against Great Island Realty Trust and issued a $300 fine against Great Island Associates for unpermitted stairs, then issued an Order of Conditions for the stairs. Several other projects were continued or approved with conditions.

• Approved negative two determination for 39 Doherty Lane three-season room (7-0)
• Approved invasive species plan and continued COC for 2 Channel Point Drive to 9/17/2026 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Issued COC for 703 Route 28 pending hazardous materials cleanup (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Continued NOI for 703 Route 28 redevelopment to 6/18/2026 for revisions (7-0)
• Withdrew $300 fine for Great Island Realty Trust (5-1, 1 abstain)
• Issued $300 fine for Great Island Associates (7-0)
• Issued OOC for stairs at 0 Great Island Rd with revised plan (7-0)
• Issued OOC for pool at 0 Baldwin Lane with revised plan (7-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors llevará a cabo una reunión regular que incluirá comentarios públicos, una actualización del director y una sesión ejecutiva para revisar y aprobar reducciones, exenciones y asuntos relacionados según la ley estatal.

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación discutirá posibles enmiendas a la normativa de zonificación sobre alquileres a corto plazo y considerará crear una normativa general. También revisarán la Designación de Comunidades de Temporada y recibirán actualizaciones sobre el proyecto del Comité de Utilización de Mattacheese.

• Discutir posibles enmiendas a la Sección 418 de la Normativa de Zonificación sobre Alquileres a Corto Plazo
• Considerar la preparación de una Normativa General para Alquileres a Corto Plazo
• Revisar y discutir la Designación de Comunidades de Temporada y los requisitos de zonificación
• Recibir actualizaciones sobre el estado del proyecto del Comité de Utilización de Mattacheese (MUC)
• Revisar la agenda y decisiones de la Junta de Apelaciones

The Yarmouth Planning Board held a hybrid meeting on June 3, 2026, discussing potential amendments to Short Term Rental bylaws and the Seasonal Communities Designation. No substantive votes were taken on these items; the only votes were to approve previous meeting minutes and adjourn.

• Approved May 20, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 PM (6-0)

Disability Commission

La Comisión de Discapacidades de Yarmouth votará sobre nuevas nominaciones de oficiales y discutirá actualizaciones de un libro para colorear sobre amabilidad y aceptación. También abordará los requisitos de educación sobre estacionamiento para discapacitados y revisará los esfuerzos de marketing. Las actas de reuniones anteriores están programadas para su aprobación.

• Votación sobre nuevas nominaciones de oficiales
• Actualización sobre la impresión del libro para colorear 'Amabilidad y Aceptación' y el subcomité
• Discusión sobre la educación de los requisitos de estacionamiento para discapacitados
• Actualización de nominación de EMBIA y flujo de trabajo
• Distribución de folletos de YCOD e invitación a Dianne Kane

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

El Comité Escolar Regional de Dennis-Yarmouth se reunirá para revisar y discutir las Secciones 80-88 del manual del estudiante para el año escolar 2025-26. Se llevará a cabo un foro abierto para comentarios del público.

• Discusión de las secciones 80-88 del manual del estudiante para 2025-26
• Foro abierto para comentarios del público

Water Resources Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Recursos Hídricos recibirá actualizaciones sobre los contratos de construcción activos para la Planta de Recuperación de Recursos Hídricos y el sistema de recolección, discutirá actualizaciones regulatorias y de permisos, incluyendo Título 5 y Permisos de Cuenca, y considerará las fases futuras del financiamiento de aguas residuales. Se recibirán comentarios públicos durante la reunión.

• Actualizaciones de construcción para los Contratos #1, #2, #3, #5 y #6
• Actualización del Título 5 y del Permiso de Cuenca
• Discusión sobre el financiamiento de aguas residuales para fases futuras
• Discusión sobre seguridad pública y comunicación
• Aprobación de las actas del 6 de abril y 4 de mayo de 2026

Public Art Committee

El Comité de Arte Público de Yarmouth revisará un borrador de las Directrices de Arte Público, continuará trabajando en el Inventario de Activos Culturales con la Comisión de Cape Cod y discutirá fuentes de financiamiento como el Fondo de Preservación de Ingresos Turísticos ($100k–$150k/año). El comité ahora cuenta con todos sus miembros tras el nombramiento de Patricia Thomas.

• Revisar el borrador de las Directrices de Arte Público
• Discutir la subvención del Inventario de Activos Culturales (debe finalizar a fin de año) con la Comisión de Cape Cod
• Considerar la creación de un fondo de donaciones para el arte público
• Explorar financiamiento del Fondo de Preservación de Ingresos Turísticos ($100k–$150k/año)
• Finalizar la organización del comité con la nueva miembro Patricia Thomas

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

El Subcomité de Mejoras de Capital revisará el plan de capital del distrito para los años fiscales 2027-2031 y discutirá la priorización de proyectos. El subcomité hará recomendaciones sobre qué elementos de capital avanzar.

• Revisión del Plan de Capital FY27-FY31
• Revisión de los criterios de priorización
• Recomendaciones del subcomité sobre proyectos de capital

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

El Comité Escolar Regional de Dennis-Yarmouth discutirá y votará varias políticas, incluido un programa de seguridad, modificaciones de comidas, comidas escolares gratuitas universales y cargos por comidas. También aprobarán el calendario de reuniones 2026-2027 y un cambio en las fechas del período escolar. El comité entrará en sesión ejecutiva para discutir la estrategia de negociación colectiva con DYSAA.

• Votación sobre la Política EB - Programa de Seguridad
• Votación sobre la Política EFBA - Alimentación y Nutrición Escolar - Modificación de Comidas
• Votación sobre la Política EFC - Comidas Escolares Gratuitas Universales
• Votación sobre la Política EFD - Cargo por Comida
• Sesión ejecutiva para discutir la negociación colectiva con DYSAA

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

El Comité Escolar Regional de Dennis-Yarmouth llevará a cabo una reunión regular que incluirá una celebración de jubilados, reorganización y varias votaciones. Votarán sobre políticas que incluyen comidas escolares gratuitas universales y el nombramiento de un nuevo tesorero. El comité también entrará en sesión ejecutiva para discutir negociación colectiva.

• Votación sobre la Política EFC - Comidas Escolares Gratuitas Universales
• Votación para nombrar al Sr. Dennis Geisler como Tesorero de DYRSD a partir del 1 de julio de 2026
• Votaciones sobre el calendario de reuniones 2026-2027 y los cambios de fechas del período del calendario escolar 2025-2027
• El informe del superintendente incluye la Beca Mass Child y la Dedicación del Gimnasio en Memoria de Patricia Watson
• Sesión ejecutiva para la estrategia de negociación colectiva con DYSAA

Board of Health

La Junta de Salud de Yarmouth considerará dos solicitudes de extensión de la Subvención de Servicios Humanos y votará sobre las solicitudes de exención de plástico de Subacquisitions LLC (Subway) y Sea Dog Brew Pub/Cafe. La reunión también incluye comentarios públicos y la aprobación de actas anteriores.

• Family Table Collaborative – Solicitud de extensión de la Subvención de Servicios Humanos
• VNA of Cape Cod – Solicitud de extensión de la Subvención de Servicios Humanos
• Exención de plástico – Subacquisitions LLC (Subway)
• Exención de plástico – Sea Dog Brew Pub/Cafe

The Board granted Sea Dog Brew Pub/Café a variance to use their existing stock of noncompliant plastic cups and lids until the end of October. It also approved late applications for Human Services Grants from the VNA of Cape Cod and Family Table Collaborative. Additionally, the Board decided to hear all 20 Human Services Grant applicants at the next meeting.

• Approved extension for VNA of Cape Cod and Family Table Collaborative to submit late Human Services Grant applications (unanimous)
• Granted Sea Dog Brew Pub/Café a variance for existing plastic cups and lids until end of October (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 28, 2026 (unanimous)
• Decided to hear all 20 Human Services Grant applicants at next meeting, limiting time for each
• Agreed that Health Department will do initial review of plastic waivers, with more complex cases going to the Board

Zoning Board of Appeals

La Junta de Apelaciones de Zonificación de Yarmouth escuchará tres peticiones: un permiso especial para vivienda estacional para empleados en Harborside Suites en la Ruta 28, una variación para un retroceso de solárium en 119 Highbank Road, y una variación para un granero grande en 12 Denver Drive.

• Permiso especial para vivienda estacional para empleados en el motel Harborside Suites, 953 Ruta 28
• Variación para retroceso de solárium de 12x14 en 119 Highbank Road, South Yarmouth
• Variación para granero de 36x60 para guardar más de 3 vehículos en 12 Denver Drive

The Zoning Board approved a special permit allowing Hanuman Darshan LLC to use up to 51% of rooms at 953 Route 28 for seasonal employee housing. The board also approved a special permit for a barn at 12 Denver Drive to store more than three vehicles, and allowed withdrawal of a variance request for that property. The minutes of the meeting were approved.

• Approved special permit for seasonal employee housing at 953 Route 28 (5-0)
• Allowed withdrawal of variance request related to barn at 12 Denver Drive without prejudice (5-0)
• Approved special permit for barn at 12 Denver Drive to garage more than 3 vehicles (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 28, 2026 meeting (4-0-1)

Old King's Highway Committee

The Old King's Highway Historic District Committee will hold a public hearing on eight applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. Proposals include installing solar panels at 41 Brush Hill Road, building an accessory dwelling unit at 285 Mayfair Road, and several exterior alterations. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• 16 solar panels on front and rear roofs at 41 Brush Hill Road
• Accessory Dwelling Unit at 285 Mayfair Road
• Paint front facade and remove shutters at 51 Bray Farm Road North
• Enclose 3-season porch at 152 Thacher Shore Road
• Change original plans for window and door layout at 58 Sisters Circle

Cape Cod Collaborative

The Board of Directors of the Cape Cod Collaborative will discuss and vote on financial items including a financial review and an OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits) expense vote. They will also consider the executive director's summative evaluation, elect FY27 board officers, and potentially review a first read of a bidding contract. The meeting includes executive sessions for collective bargaining and non-union personnel negotiations.

• Vote on OPEB expense
• Executive Director Summative Evaluation
• Election of FY27 Board of Directors officers
• Potential first read of a bidding contract
• Schedule OPEB subcommittee meeting

Yarmouth Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review financial reports for Long Pond Plaza, Station Ave, and voucher programs. The meeting includes updates from the Community Housing and Community Preservation committees. The board will also address new business regarding Forest Road.

• Financial reports for Long Pond Plaza and Station Ave
• Review of Mass Voucher (MRVP) and Section 8 (HCVP) reports
• New business regarding Forest Road
• Updates from Community Housing and Community Preservation Committees

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The DYRSD Building Committee will discuss and potentially select an Owner's Project Manager (OPM) for a school building project. They will also determine the selection committee, approve minutes, and set future meeting schedules.

• Discussion on Owner's Project Manager Request for Services
• Action on Calendar OPM Selection
• Determining Selection Committee
• June and Summer meeting schedule setting

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Conservation Commission will vote on accepting deed pages and a conservation restriction for land acquisition at Nottingham Drive. They will also hear several coastal permit applications, including a seawall reconstruction, a new revetment, and beach access stairs. An enforcement case involves an unpermitted patio and stone wall at 21 Glenwood Street. Several items have been continued to June 4.

• Vote to accept Deed Acceptance Pages for Nottingham Drive land acquisition.
• Vote to approve Conservation Restriction for Nottingham Drive.
• Enforcement: unpermitted patio and stone wall at 21 Glenwood Street.
• Continued Notice of Intent: seawall reconstruction at 49 Neptune Lane.
• Notice of Intent: reconstruction of beach access stairs at 0 Great Island Road.

The Conservation Commission approved the purchase of 3.14 acres off Nottingham Drive for $600,000 and a conservation restriction with the Yarmouth Conservation Trust. It also approved a 6-1 revetment project on coastal bank with special conditions, and issued several permits and an enforcement order. Procedural items included continuances and approval of previous minutes.

• Approved $600K land acquisition at Nottingham Drive (7-0)
• Approved conservation restriction for Nottingham Drive land (7-0)
• Issued negative 2&3 determination for fence at Englewood Beach with conditions (7-0)
• Issued OOC for seawall reconstruction and float expansion (7-0)
• Issued OOC for revetment at 911 & 921 Great Island Road (6-1)
• Issued OOC for beach access stairs reconstruction (7-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for Edward Stone with ongoing conditions (7-0)
• Ratified Enforcement Order for unpermitted patio at 21 Glenwood Street (7-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will vote on accepting a deed and approving a conservation restriction for a 3.14-acre parcel off Nottingham Drive, acquired using Community Preservation Act funds. They will also review the Special Town Meeting warrant, make recommendations on warrant articles, and execute the warrant. Additionally, they will assign motions.

• Vote on deed acceptance and conservation restriction for Nottingham Drive parcel (3.14 acres)
• Review of Special Town Meeting Warrant
• Make recommendations on warrant articles and execute warrant
• Assignment of motions

The minutes only contain an agenda packet without any recorded discussion or votes. No substantive decisions were made.

Scholarship Fund Committee

The Scholarship Committee will discuss and vote on scholarship award applications at this meeting.

• Discussion and vote on scholarship award applications

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss potential amendments to the Short Term Rentals zoning bylaw based on a UMass study and Select Board input. They will also review an ANR plan to create a non-buildable lot for sale to the town as open space. Other items include state bond bills, seasonal communities designation, and updates on the Mattacheese Utilization Committee project.

• ANR Plan #2371M to create a 3.14-acre non-buildable lot for sale to the town as open space near Nottingham Drive, Yarmouth Port
• Discussion on amending Zoning Bylaw Section 418 – Short Term Rentals, including possible changes to ineligible units, inspections, and eliminating the sunset clause
• Review of state Environmental Bond Bill, Economic Bond Bill (Mass Wins Act), and FY27 Appropriations bill sections relating to zoning
• Discussion on Seasonal Communities Designation and related zoning requirements
• Update on Mattacheese Utilization Committee (MUC) project

The Planning Board voted 6-0 to endorse ANR Plan #2371 M for a non-buildable lot on Nottingham Drive to facilitate sale to the town by a grant deadline. The rest of the meeting was devoted to discussions on short-term rental bylaw amendments, state bond bills, and seasonal communities designation, with no other formal votes taken.

• Approved ANR Plan #2371 M for condominium trustees (6-0)

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Capital Improvement Subcommittee will review the five-year capital plan (FY27-FY31), discuss prioritization of projects, and develop recommendations to the full school committee.

• Review of Capital Plan FY27-FY31
• Discuss prioritization of capital projects
• Subcommittee recommendations on capital spending

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will conduct a formal design review for a proposed Town Fair Tire retail store. The applicant seeks to construct a 6,576 square foot building connected to an existing shopping plaza, with associated parking, landscaping, and utilities at 474 and 484 Station Avenue in South Yarmouth.

• Formal design review for Town Fair Tire store at 474 and 484 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth
• Proposed 6,576 sq ft retail store connected to southern end of existing building
• Associated parking, landscaping, and utilities including subsurface stormwater management
• Enlarged landscape islands to reduce impervious coverage and enhance aesthetics
• Proposed signage limited to wall-mounted Town Fair Tire sign on southwest face

The Design Review Committee reviewed a conceptual proposal for a 6,576 sq ft Town Fair Tire addition at 484 Station Avenue. After discussion, the committee made no binding decision but offered design comments that met standards, with noted discrepancies regarding missing parking lot trees. The project was advanced to formal Site Plan Review.

• Approved DRC comments as meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Golf Enterprise Committee

The Golf Enterprise Committee will discuss expense and capital project updates for Bass River and Bayberry courses, along with restaurant and wastewater updates. They will also review financial updates, consider refund requests, and introduce a new assistant town administrator.

• Update on Bass River expense and capital projects
• Update on Bayberry expense and capital projects
• Financial updates
• Request for refunds
• Introduction of Asst Town Administrator Amy Friguletti

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth School Committee will vote on the Superintendent's evaluation. They will also vote on appointing Jessee Clements as Director of Finance & Operations and Laura Nasuti as Director of Special Education. Additionally, they will hold first readings of policies on safety, meal modifications, universal free meals, and meal charges.

• Vote on Superintendent evaluation
• Appoint Jessee Clements as Director of Finance & Operations (effective July 1, 2026)
• Appoint Laura Nasuti as Director of Special Education (effective July 1, 2026)
• First reading of policies: Safety Program (EB), Meal Modification (EFBA), Universal Free School Meals (EFC), Meal Charge (EFD)
• Discussion on summer school committee meeting dates and 2026-2027 meeting calendar

Community & Economic Development Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Community & Economic Development Committee will review the Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund, including budget history, existing contracts, and propose the FY27 allocation. They will also discuss past activities and future topics.

• Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund FY27 allocation proposed at $564,264
• Review of marketing contract with Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce ($150,000)
• Special event awards list includes Cultural Center ($40,000), Yarmouth Seaside Festival ($35,000)
• Public improvement projects: Parker's River Landing construction ($200,000), station ave playground ($50,000)
• Economic development budget balance of $126,083 and administrative expenses review

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss noise pollution, consider a request from SRS Building Products, and vote on plastic bag waiver requests for eight businesses including Andrea's West Yarmouth Fish and Lobster and The Loft Restaurant. They will also address Stop & Shop's denied waiver and request for extension. Public comment and approval of previous meeting minutes are on the agenda.

• SRS Building Products – Request for Recommendation
• Plastic waiver requests for 8 businesses: Andrea's West Yarmouth Fish and Lobster, Fox Den Coffee, Lil Caboose, The Loft, Hallet's Store, Spice Boss, PMJD Guys, Sea Dogs Brew Pub/Cafe
• Stop and Shop – Waiver Denied / Request for Extension
• Noise Pollution Discussion
• Approval of minutes from May 4, 2026

The Board of Health voted to recommend to the Zoning Board of Appeals that SRS Building Products' special permit be conditioned on limiting hazardous materials to 400 gallons, posting a spill plan, and prohibiting vehicle washing. Multiple plastic-waiver requests were approved through October or December 2026, including Andrea's Fish and Lobster, Fox Den Coffee, Lil' Caboose, Loft Restaurant, Hallett's Store, Spice Boss, and CBPB. Stop & Shop received a waiver for specific container products but must report back in September on window bags and foam trays.

• Recommended SRS Building Products permit with hazardous material limits and conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Stop & Shop waiver for #1,2,3,5 containers; return in September (unanimous)
• Approved Andrea's West Yarmouth Fish and Lobster plastic extension through Oct 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Fox Den Coffee waiver for 16-oz cups, lids, and spoons through Oct 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Lil' Caboose waiver for noncompliant items through Oct 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Loft Restaurant waiver for portion cups and lids through Dec 2026 or until supply exhausted (unanimous)
• Approved Hallett's Store waiver for existing plastic items through Dec 2026, with December update (unanimous)
• Approved Spice Boss waiver for plastic containers through Dec 2026 or until substitute found (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four petitions for special permits and variances. Items include razing and replacing a nonconforming house, adding a deck with setback relief, operating a retail live lobster business in a residential zone, and running a small-scale wellness business from home.

• 28 Little Dipper Lane: special permit to raze/replace nonconforming structure with two-story house and roof deck
• 9 River Drive: special permit for front setback relief to construct 10'x30' deck
• 23 Iroquois Boulevard: special permit for B5 use to allow retail sale of live lobsters
• 21 Azalea Lane: special permit/variance for O-8 use to operate home wellness business
• Applicants for petitions 5233 and 5232 request waivers from requirement for certified plot plan less than two years old

The ZBA approved a special permit for Jon Frederick Tolley to sell live lobsters from his West Yarmouth home, with conditions limiting hours and season. A deck setback special permit for 9 River Drive was approved 5-0. A wellness business special permit for 21 Azalea Lane was approved 5-0 with conditions, and a related variance was withdrawn without prejudice.

• Approved special permit for deck front setback relief at 9 River Drive (5-0)
• Approved special permit for retail sale of live lobsters at 23 Iroquois Boulevard with conditions (4-1)
• Approved special permit for home wellness business at 21 Azalea Lane with conditions (5-0)
• Allowed withdrawal of variance without prejudice for wellness business (5-0)
• Approved April 23, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Waterways/Shellfish Advisory Committee

The committee will hear a notice of intent for a proposed seasonal dock at 37 Indian Memorial Drive on Long Pond. They will also discuss late renewal considerations for two individuals and allowable uses of Packet Landing. The meeting includes public comment and approval of minutes.

• Notice of Intent: Shorefront Consulting, 37 Indian Memorial Drive, proposed seasonal dock in Long Pond
• Late Renewal Considerations: John Henderson and Ted Zambelis
• Discussion of Allowable Uses of Packet Landing
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Public comment

Mattacheese Utilization Committee

The Mattacheese Utilization Committee will discuss dissolving itself following the completion of its final report and concept plans, which were presented to the Select Board on May 12, 2026. This meeting is largely procedural to formally conclude the committee's work.

• Discussion on dissolution of the Mattacheese Utilization Committee

The Mattacheese Utilization Committee approved minutes from six prior meetings, including amendments to the November 2025 and May 14, 2026 minutes. The Select Board indicated it will formally dissolve the committee at a future meeting now that its Phase 5 scope is complete.

• Approved November 13, 2025 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved March 19, 2026 minutes as written (5-0)
• Approved April 16, 2026 minutes as written (5-0)
• Approved May 4, 2026 minutes as written (5-0)
• Approved May 12, 2026 minutes as written (5-0)
• Approved May 14, 2026 minutes as amended (5-0)

Historical Commission

The Yarmouth Historical Commission will discuss and plan for the upcoming Yarmouth Independence Day Celebration, including a monument update. They will also review an archaeological reconnaissance survey update and receive committee reports on the 2026 Community Preservation Committee (CPC) and Town Meeting, as well as on 'The Wall That Heals' event.

• Monument update and planning for Yarmouth Independence Day Celebration on June 20, 2026
• Archaeological Reconnaissance Survey update
• 2026 CPC/Town Meeting update

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a public comment period and receive a director update before moving into executive session to review and approve abatements, exemptions, and related business. The executive session is authorized under state law for discussing matters that may affect property tax liabilities.

• Review and approve abatements and exemptions in executive session

The Board unanimously authorized the Assessor's office to stamp all statutory exemption applications, abatement applications, and denial notices. They also approved and signed the monthly assessor's reports. The meeting adjourned at 10:50 am.

• Authorized stamping of exemption/abatement/denial notices (unanimous)
• Approved and signed monthly assessor's reports (unanimous)

Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee

The Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee will hear a presentation from First Steps Together and receive updates on FY26 opioid remediation efforts. Members will also discuss community engagement opportunities including a recent Touch a Truck event and an upcoming Community Health Fair.

• Presentation from First Steps Together
• FY26 Opioid Remediation Updates
• Touch a Truck event recap
• Community Health Fair on May 30 at DYIMS
• Open YSAC membership positions: Co-Chair, Harm Reductionist, Student Rep

The Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee approved the April 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. The meeting featured a presentation from FIRST Steps Together, an update on FY26 Opioid Remediation Funds, and community engagement reports including a successful Touch a Truck event. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made.

• Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Recycling and Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will review disposal area improvements and quarterly data, and hear from a special guest from Dennis DPW on waste reduction. They will also discuss new member recruitment and recent outreach events including a facility tour, town clean-up, and coastal resiliency fair. Upcoming hazardous waste and latex paint collections in Yarmouth and Dennis are noted.

• New member recruitment: Vallorie O'Donnell
• Review of outreach events: Facility Tour (4/21), Town Wide Clean Up (4/25), Coastal Resiliency Fair (5/2)
• Video presentation on recycling electronics
• Special guest: Julie Kennie, Volunteer Community Education Coordinator for MSW Reduction, Town of Dennis DPW
• Upcoming collections: Yarmouth HHW (7/18, 10/3), Latex Paint Collection with Dennis (8/1)

The committee approved previous meeting minutes (procedural only) and heard updates on disposal area operations, town cleanup results, e-waste recycling, and a presentation from the Town of Dennis recycling program. No formal motions or votes were taken on any substantive matters.

• Approved meeting minutes of April 8, 2026 (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Yarmouth Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially approve prior meeting minutes, receive updates on summer programs and pickleball resurfacing, and consider renewals for three commissioners. They will also discuss Sandy Pond Recreation, CCRT updates, and town website updates for Flax Pond and Sandy Pond.

• Pickleball resurfacing update
• Summer employment update
• Three commissioner renewals
• Sandy Pond Recreation discussion
• Town website updates for Flax Pond & Sandy Pond

The commission approved the minutes from March 8, 2026, as written. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on pickleball court sealcoating, summer programs, and signage.

• Approved March 8, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

Cape Cod Collaborative

The Cape Cod Collaborative Board will vote on the FY27 budget, a paraprofessional salary table, and an OPEB expense. They will also hear updates on programs like ASLP and transportation incentives, discuss the executive director's evaluation, and review a new policy on a first read. An executive session is scheduled for collective bargaining strategy.

• Vote on FY27 budget
• Vote on paraprofessional salary table
• Vote on OPEB expense
• Executive director summative evaluation
• First read of a new policy

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on a petitioned article to hold a special town meeting regarding construction of a new library. They will also hold a second hearing on fee schedules for the new Parker's River Landing event space and receive updates on the Mattacheese utilization project and a communication plan.

• Discussion/Vote on petitioned article for special town meeting on new library construction
• Second hearing on Parker's River Landing event space fees: $900-$1,800/day for non-profit/for-profit
• Update on Mattacheese Utilization Committee with final conceptual designs
• Eversource request to install underground cable and conduit on Andrina Road
• Proclamation for National Public Works Appreciation Week

Mattacheese Utilization Committee

The Mattacheese Utilization Committee will present its final report and three conceptual design alternatives for the former Mattacheese Middle School property at 400-440 Higgins Crowell Road. The alternatives balance recreation, housing, conservation, and fiscal sustainability. The Select Board will consider the options and next steps including site readiness grants and RFPs.

• Alternative A: 78 housing units, indoor sports facility, athletic fields, 385 parking spaces for sports
• Alternative B: 60 apartments + 6 townhouses + 6 single-family homes, indoor sports, future school zone
• Alternative C: 60 apartments + 6 townhouses + 5 single-family homes, indoor sports, baseball/softball fields
• Full demolition of existing school building recommended based on cost analysis
• Municipal wastewater infrastructure needed for redevelopment

No binding decisions were made at this meeting. The Mattacheese Utilization Committee presented three conceptual site design alternatives for the former middle school property to the Select Board, including housing, recreation, and potential school space. The Select Board discussed next steps, including disbanding the committee, and noted that a Town Meeting vote would be required to change the use of the property.

Personnel Board Minutes & Agendas

The Yarmouth Personnel Board will discuss and possibly vote on the SEIU Unit B Wage and Classification Plan. They will also review and vote on the Economic Development Program Manager and Building, Grounds, and Energy Management Superintendent positions.

• Vote on SEIU Unit B Wage and Classification Plan
• Review and vote on Economic Development Program Manager position
• Review and vote on Building, Grounds, and Energy Management Superintendent position
• Review and vote on April meeting minutes
• Discussion on changing Personnel Board meeting day/time

The Personnel Board approved a revised Wage and Classification plan for the SEIU B unit, including new descriptions for Economic Development Program Manager and Building, Grounds, and Energy Management Superintendent. The board recommended splitting grade 3 into two grades in the future but deemed the proposed grade/range appropriate for the positions. The recommendation will be reviewed with the Town Administrator for next negotiations.

• Approved Building, Grounds and Energy Management Superintendent job description
• Approved Economic Development Program Manager job description
• Approved revised Wage and Classification plan for SEIU B unit
• Recommended splitting grade 3 into two grades for future
• Approved minutes of April 2026 meeting (4-0)

Old King's Highway Committee

The Old King's Highway Historic District Committee will hear and decide on several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. A tabled application for a new single-family dwelling at 338 North Dennis Road will be reconsidered. Other items include a shed at 16 Old Church Street, a fence at 1 Hamblin Hill Road, and extensive exterior changes at 49 Freeman Road. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Tabled item: new single-family dwelling at 338 North Dennis Road
• Extensive exterior work (vinyl siding, dormers, roof, doors) at 49 Freeman Road
• Replace three commercial signs at 13 Willow Street
• Replace roof, windows, siding, doors at 274 North Dennis Road
• Build a shed at 16 Old Church Street

The committee unanimously approved a shed, fence, siding replacement, and commercial sign changes. They tabled a home renovation at 49 Freeman Road after last-minute scope changes, and tabled a new dwelling at 338 North Dennis Road because members wanted a physical siding sample and were uneasy about vinyl on all four sides.

• Approved shed at 16 Old Church Street (4-0)
• Approved fence at 1 Hamblin Hill Road (4-0)
• Tabled renovation at 49 Freeman Road due to scope changes (4-0)
• Approved siding, roof, windows, and doors with cable railing at 274 North Dennis Road (4-0)
• Approved three commercial signs at 13 Willow Street (4-0)
• Approved siding replacement at 7 Clark Street (4-0)
• Tabled new dwelling at 338 North Dennis Road for lack of siding sample and vinyl concerns (4-0)

Community Housing Committee

The Yarmouth Community Housing Committee will discuss updates on the Mattacheese Utilization Project and the Wood Road Habitat for Humanity neighborhood, and will focus on priority actions for the Housing Production Plan. Reports from the Affordable Housing Trust, Planning Board, and other bodies will be heard.

• Mattacheese Utilization Project at 400 Higgins Crowell Road update
• Wood Road Habitat for Humanity neighborhood at 1121 Route 28 update
• Housing Production Plan – Priority Actions discussion
• Election of officers
• Town Meeting Results report

Library Building Committee

The committee discussed and finalized plans for the Annual Town Meeting presentation, focusing on financial impacts and design highlights. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of April 2, 2026 (4-0-1 abstention)
• Decided not to order yard signs
• Agreed to keep Town Meeting presentation short with time for questions

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent, including a proposal to demolish an abandoned retail store at 703 Route 28 and replace it with three residential buildings. They will also consider a proposed revetment on coastal bank at Great Island Road and after-the-fact filings for stair replacement on a coastal dune and a boardwalk in a buffer zone. Multiple Requests for Certificate of Compliance for completed projects will be reviewed.

• Demolish abandoned retail store and build three residential buildings at 703 Route 28 (Notice of Intent SE83-2531)
• Proposed new revetment on coastal bank at 911 & 921 Great Island Road (continued to 5/21/2026)
• After-the-fact filing for replacement stairs and boardwalk on coastal dune at 0 Great Island Rd
• After-the-fact filing for addition and boardwalk/deck in BVW at 61 Pheasant Cove Circle
• Bank stabilization using coir rolls and invasive tree removal at 10 & 20 Susan Road

The Commission issued a $300 fine for after-the-fact replacement of stairs and boardwalk on a coastal dune, continuing the permit to June 4 for a revised plan including vegetation restoration. They approved several Orders of Conditions with special conditions and issued multiple Certificates of Compliance, some conditioned on addressing unpermitted work.

• Issued $300 fine for unpermitted stairs on coastal dune, continued permit to June 4 (6-0)
• Approved OOC for Crawford bank stabilization with special conditions (6-0)
• Approved OOC for Awad revetment, continued to May 21 (6-0)
• Approved OOC for Wiggins addition with monitoring conditions (6-0)
• Approved OOC for Katz demolition and residential project, continued to May 21 (6-0)
• Issued COC for Couture walkway, pending Administrative Review (6-0)
• Issued two COCs for Fedele garage and shoreline (6-0)
• Issued COC for Campagna pool, pending NOI resolution (5-1)

Planning Board

This meeting of the Yarmouth Planning Board has been cancelled. No items will be discussed.

Disability Commission

The Yarmouth Commission on Disabilities will discuss a coloring book on kindness and acceptance, including printing 100 copies for October distribution. They will also review handicapped parking education efforts, discuss EMBIA outreach (newsletter, posters), and consider a brochure and marketing updates.

• Discussion of printing 100 copies of Kindness and Acceptance coloring book via Cape Cod Tech
• Review of YCOD brochure; potential vote on content
• EMBIA outreach: Yarmouth Chamber newsletter and local access TV
• Handicapped parking requirement education discussion
• Town webpage updates for the commission

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on several new liquor and amusement licenses, including a seasonal all-alcohol license for Captain Parker's Boathouse, a wine & malt package store license for Jay Mart, and an automatic amusement license for Scally's Irish Ale House. They will also hold the first hearing on proposed fees for Parker's River Landing. Additionally, the board will receive an update on the Packet Landing Resiliency Project and appoint members to various committees.

• Hearing: New Seasonal Restaurant All Alcohol Liquor License – Captain Parker’s Boathouse (658 Route 28, West Yarmouth)
• Hearing: New Annual Wine & Malt Package Store License – Jay Mart Inc. (1282 Route 28, South Yarmouth)
• Hearing: New Automatic Amusement License – Scally’s Irish Ale House (585 Route 28, West Yarmouth)
• First Hearing: Parker’s River Landing Fees
• Swearing in of new police officers (Ryan Kulik, Anthony Manfredi) and sergeants (Ryan Brule, Justin Haire)

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School School Council will discuss sections 70-79 of the 2025-26 handbook and hold an open forum. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Discussion of handbook sections 70-79
• Open forum for public comment

Water Resources Advisory Committee

The Water Resources Advisory Committee will receive updates on the WRRF and collection system design and construction contracts. They will also discuss regulatory and permitting updates, public safety communication, and proposed sewer articles for the Town Meeting warrant. The committee will approve previous meeting minutes and plan facility tours.

• Construction update on Contract #1, #6, and Contracts #2, #3, #5 for WRRF and collection system
• Regulatory/permit update including Title 5 and Watershed Permit
• Town Meeting Warrant Sewer Articles discussion
• Schedule plant and pump station tours
• Friends of Bass River update

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee is reviewing a comprehensive policy document from Boston's Mayor's Office of Art and Culture, covering guidelines for commissioning, reviewing, funding, and managing public art. The document details processes for artist selection, site approval, memorials, and maintenance. No specific votes or decisions are listed; the agenda consists solely of this policy review.

• Review of public art policy on commissioning and artist selection
• Guidelines for long-term and temporary memorials
• Signage and plaque requirements for public artworks
• Funding sources including Percent for Art program
• Procedures for maintenance, relocation, and deaccessioning

The Yarmouth Public Art Committee met to discuss the creation of a public art policy and a cultural asset inventory. Members reviewed examples from other towns and outlined topics for the policy, but no formal decisions or votes were taken on substantive matters. Only the minutes of the previous meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0)

Mattacheese Utilization Committee

The Mattacheese Utilization Committee will discuss a site assessment environmental report and review the Draft MUC Report with consultant BSC Group, which includes three concept designs for reusing the former Mattacheese Middle School site. This discussion prepares the committee for a final presentation to the Select Board on May 12, 2026.

• Discussion on Environmental Report – Site Assessment (May 25, 2025)
• Review Draft MUC Report with BSC Group
• Three Concept Designs for Mattacheese site reuse
• Final presentation to Select Board scheduled for May 12, 2026

The committee reviewed a draft final report and three concept designs for the Mattacheese site, discussing edits and next steps. No votes were taken on the report or designs. The committee will present to the Select Board on May 12.

• Approved minutes of Feb 24, 2025, Mar 12, 2025, Jan 8, 2026, and Mar 11, 2026 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District School Committee will discuss and possibly approve an ELA curriculum contract. They will also review the superintendent evaluation process, receive a student representative report, and consider a $5,000 donation for a percussion trip. Public comment will be heard.

• ELA Curriculum Contract Approval
• Donation of $5,000 from John Jamison for Winter Percussion Trip
• Discussion of Superintendent Evaluation Process
• Legislative Breakfast on May 18th
• Summer School Committee meeting workshop topics and schedule

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee will discuss and potentially approve a contract for ELA curriculum materials. They will also hear a student representative report, a presentation on the superintendent evaluation process, and discuss upcoming events and summer workshop plans. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and routine financial items.

• Review and approval of ELA curriculum contract
• Presentation on Superintendent evaluation process
• Discussion of Legislative Breakfast on May 18
• Summer School Committee meeting workshop topics and schedule
• Consent agenda with bills, requisitions, and payroll

Board of Health

The Yarmouth Board of Health will consider and vote on plastic waiver requests from eight local businesses, including Basil Thai, Ambassador Inn and Suites, and Cape Cod Creamery. They will also discuss NFG (likely nitrogen fertilizer) and review minutes from the previous meeting.

• Plastic waiver request from Basil Thai
• Plastic waiver request from Ambassador Inn and Suites
• Plastic waiver request from Cape Flats Pizza
• Plastic waiver request from Subway
• Plastic waiver request from Sea Dogs

The board heard numerous requests for plastic waiver extensions from local businesses, all of which were approved. A motion to table the Nicotine-Free Generation regulation failed in a 2-2 vote, so discussion will continue at the May 18 meeting.

• Approved plastic cutlery extension for Basil Thai Cuisine through Sep 2026 (4-0)
• Approved plastic cutlery waiver for Ambassador Inn, Mariner Resort, All Seasons through Oct 2026 (4-0)
• Approved waiver for Cape Flats Pizza cutlery and containers through Jul 2026 (4-0)
• Approved waiver for The Friday Club cutlery and containers through Dec 2026 (4-0)
• Approved waiver for Cape Cod Creamery spoons through Oct 12, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved waiver for Hole in One cold cups and cutlery through Oct 12, 2026 (4-0)
• Tabled Subway Yarmouth waiver request until June 1 meeting (4-0)
• Motion to table NFG regulation failed (2-2), discussion moved to May 18

Select Board

Yarmouth's Annual Town Meeting will decide on 22 warrant articles, including a $2.16 million Proposition 2½ override to fund regional school assessments for Dennis-Yarmouth and Cape Cod Tech. The Finance Committee recommends supporting the override but opposes the $35.4 million library construction project, citing higher priorities like wastewater and school repairs. Voters will also consider a $9.1 million capital budget for items like police cruisers and water infrastructure.

• Override of $1,481,348 for Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District (Article 8)
• Override of $680,194 for Cape Cod Tech Regional High School (Article 9)
• Finance Committee recommends not supporting $35.4M library construction project (Article 15)
• Capital budget of $9,111,440 includes six new police cruisers and water/septage improvements
• Average single-family tax bill increase of $135 if override passes

The minutes record the motions and recommendations for 29 articles, including operating budgets, school overrides, and capital projects, but do not include the actual outcomes or vote tallies from the town meeting floor. Only select board and finance committee recommendations are listed.

• No final decisions recorded in the minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet at the Annual Town Meeting to discuss Article 29, a zoning amendment allowing developers to seek relief from Route 28 front yard setbacks via a special permit instead of a variance. The change responds to MassDOT street improvements requiring land takings. The board may also address other town meeting business.

• Article 29: Zoning Amendment to VCOD setback requirements on Route 28
• Change allows special permit relief from maximum front yard setbacks
• Special permit criteria address MassDOT strip takings and permanent easements
• Aims to prevent future non-conformities due to street improvements
• Meeting held at Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate Middle School

The Planning Board presented Article 29, a zoning amendment to adjust Village Center Overlay District (VCOD) setbacks on Route 28, at the Annual Town Meeting. The amendment passed by the required two-thirds majority vote.

• Approved Article 29 zoning amendment for VCOD setbacks on Route 28 (2/3 majority)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is issuing recommendations for the Annual Town Meeting. They support a Proposition 2½ override of $2,161,542 to fund regional school assessments. They also recommend against funding a new library construction project. The committee reviews the FY2027 operating and capital budgets totaling over $116 million.

• Support override for Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District ($1,481,348) and Cape Cod Tech ($680,194)
• Do not support Article #15: Library construction ($35.4M project, $13.4M state grant)
• Proposed FY2027 total budget $116.5M (excluding override)
• Capital appropriations of $9,111,440 including six new police cruisers
• Average tax increase of ~$135 per household if override passes

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend Article #1 transferring $2,000,000 from Free Cash to cover the Snow and Ice budget deficit. They also approved two budget transfers: $105,000 for DPW vehicle and building repairs, and $31,951.59 for the Golf Department's Bayberry Hills Patio Area project. Prior meeting minutes for Feb 19, Mar 4, and Mar 18, 2026 were approved.

• Recommended Article #1: $2M Snow and Ice deficit transfer (5-0)
• Approved DPW budget transfer $105,000 for repairs (5-0)
• Approved Golf Dept budget transfer $31,951.59 for patio/septic (5-0)
• Approved three prior meeting minutes (5-0)

Old King's Highway Committee

The Old King's Highway Historic District Committee will hold a public hearing to review several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. Items include a tabled request to install 20 solar panels, temporary pole banners along Route 6A, and various signage and painting projects in the historic district.

• Tabled: 20 solar panels on rear roof at 7 Linnell Lane (Darla Stone/Trinity Solar)
• Temporary pole banners at 7 utility poles on Route 6A (Town of Yarmouth/Signarama)
• Install 'No Dumping/Do Not Disturb' signs at 3 conservation areas
• Paint front façade and doors at 159 Route 6A (Maureen Riley)
• Install fence and replace washing station at 43 Canterbury Road (Donovans/Pro Fence)

The Old King's Highway Historic District Committee unanimously approved six applications, including a previously tabled solar panel installation after panels were moved to the rear roof. Other approvals included paint colors for a house facade and door, a backyard fence, temporary event banners, and conservation area signs.

• Approved Hawthorne Yellow facade and Blue Hydrangea door at 159 Route 6A (4-0)
• Approved fence and washing station replacement at 43 Canterbury Road (4-0)
• Approved temporary event banner for Revolutionary War monument dedication (4-0)
• Approved temporary pole banners on Route 6A for 250th anniversary (4-0)
• Approved Philipsburg Blue door and shutters at 793 Route 6A (4-0)
• Approved 'No Dumping' signs at three conservation areas (4-0)
• Untabled and approved 20 solar panels on rear roof at 7 Linnell Lane (4-0)

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee will discuss the FY26 Quarter 3 financial report and general ledger, review the 2026-2027 budget information sessions, and consider updates to the D-Y Middle School student and family handbook. They will also vote on accepting two donations totaling over $2,000 and hear reports from the superintendent and student representative.

• Accept $2,142.37 donation from Ahold Delhaize USA for DYRHS
• Accept $50 donation from Bill Dooley for Hope Squad
• Review FY26 Quarter 3 Report and General Ledger
• Discuss D-Y Middle School Student and Family Handbook Update
• 2026-2027 Budget Information Sessions update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will decide on four petitions, including a variance for a one-day art sale event at 189 Center Street, a side setback variance for a shed addition at 71 Witchwood Road, a special permit to retain an oversized sign at 121 Route 6A, and a special permit to increase roof height on a preexisting nonconforming structure at 96 South Shore Drive.

• Variance for one-day art sale event at 189 Center Street (Petition 5226)
• Side setback variance for shed addition at 71 Witchwood Road (Petition 5227)
• Special permit to retain an oversized sign at 121 Route 6A (Petition 5228)
• Special permit to increase ridge height at 96 South Shore Drive (Petition 5229)

The Zoning Board granted a variance (4-0) allowing an oversized sign at 121 Route 6A to remain, despite self-created hardship. It also approved a one-time variance (4-0) for a one-day event on Center Street and a special permit (4-0) for a ridge height increase for an ADU at 96 South Shore Drive. Two petitions were withdrawn without prejudice.

• Granted variance for oversized sign at 121 Route 6A (4-0)
• Allowed withdrawal of special permit for sign without prejudice (4-0)
• Granted one-time variance for one-day event on Center Street with conditions (4-0)
• Granted special permit for ridge height increase for ADU at 96 South Shore Drive with conditions (4-0)
• Allowed withdrawal of special permit and variance for shed-to-ADU at 71 Witchwood Road without prejudice (4-0)

Yarmouth Housing Authority

The Yarmouth Housing Authority Board will review financial reports for Long Pond Plaza, Station Ave, and voucher programs, and discuss old business including the Forest Road project. The meeting includes approval of minutes, warrants, invoices, and department updates.

• Financial reports for Long Pond Plaza, Station Ave, MRVP, and HCVP programs
• Warrant and invoice approvals including HAP distribution recap
• Old Business: Forest Road project update
• Update from Community Housing and Community Preservation Committees
• Executive session (pending board vote)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will discuss several funding decisions, including confirming $25,000 for Route 28 Mixed-Use Analysis, voting on program administration budgets for rental programs, and potential expenditures for property conversions and preservation. They will also set criteria and budget for an Affordable Housing Acquisition RFP and receive updates on various projects.

• Confirm $25,000 for Route 28 Mixed-Use Analysis
• Vote to expend funds for program administration (General Deposit and Ready Renter)
• Possible expenditure for 282 Winslow Gray Road conversion
• Possible expenditure for preservation of 61 Witchwood Road
• Set criteria and budget for Affordable Housing Acquisition RFP

Mattacheese Utilization Committee

The Mattacheese Utilization Committee will review three concept designs and a draft report from BSC Group in preparation for a presentation to the Select Board. They will also discuss a draft letter to the Select Board and review project expenditures and Recreation Department revenues. A final presentation to the Select Board is scheduled for May 12, 2026.

• Review and discussion of three concept designs for Mattacheese site
• Discussion of draft MUC report for Select Board presentation
• Discussion of draft letter from Chair Sharon Wimer to Select Board
• Budget review of Mattacheese Utilization Project expenditures and Recreation Department revenues
• Final presentation to Select Board scheduled for May 12, 2026

The committee voted 6-0 to present concept designs A and B, and 5-1 for concept C, to the Select Board on May 12. They also voted 6-0 to include a mention of the Cape Cod Baseball League in the report. No separate letter or list of other considerations was added to the report.

• Approved minutes of May 28, Oct 9, Dec 11, 2025 and Feb 12, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved presenting Alternative A concept to Select Board (6-0)
• Approved presenting Alternative B concept to Select Board (6-0)
• Approved presenting Alternative C concept to Select Board (5-1, Wimer nay)
• Approved including Cape Cod Baseball League in the report (6-0)
• Rejected adding a separate letter or appendix of other considerations

Library Building Committee

The Yarmouth Library Building Committee will discuss preparations for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting on April 28, including presentation materials and handouts. They will also receive updates on library open houses, a school blast notification, and yard signs. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Preparation for Annual Town Meeting presentation on April 28 at D-Y Middle School
• Update on April Community Session at Senior Center
• Discussion of yard signs for library promotion
• D-Y School Blast Update from Mindy Herrington
• Review of library open houses schedule

The committee approved the minutes of the April 2, 2026 meeting (4-0-1). The remainder of the meeting was devoted to discussing and planning the upcoming town meeting presentation, including who will present and the content of slides, but no substantive decisions were voted on.

• Approved April 2, 2026 minutes (4-0-1)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will review and accept March meeting minutes, hear the Director's Report, and discuss board member recruitment. They will also consider ideas for supporting freedom to read and review Library Policy #1. A recap of the April 12-13 open houses is included.

• Discussion and acceptance of March 12, 2026 minutes
• Board member recruitment update
• Ideas and support for freedom to read
• Recap of Library open houses April 12-13
• Review of Library Policy #1

The board approved the minutes of the previous meeting and discussed several updates including staffing changes, the building project petition for a special town meeting, and a comparison of room use policies. No major decisions or votes were taken; the Leonard Room policy discussion was tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved March 12, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Disability Commission

The Handicapped Parking Assessment Project Subcommittee will discuss and agree on a recommendation regarding handicapped parking requirement assessment and education. The recommendation will be presented to the full Commission on Disabilities. The meeting also includes appointing a minute-taker and adjourning.

• Appointment of someone to take minutes
• Discussion of handicapped parking requirement assessment and education
• Agreement on project recommendation to Commission on Disabilities

Conservation Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Yarmouth Conservation Commission will consider multiple Notices of Intent for coastal construction projects, including a pier and float system on River Street, a seawall reconstruction on Neptune Lane, and a new revetment on Great Island Road. They will also vote on continued requests for bank stabilization and an after-the-fact boardwalk filing. Other business includes nominating a Community Preservation Committee representative and noting upcoming town events.

• Proposed pier, ramp, and float system at 104 & 110 River Street
• Seawall reconstruction and float expansion at 49 Neptune Lane
• New revetment on coastal bank at 911 & 921 Great Island Road
• Bank stabilization using coir fiber rolls at 10 & 20 Susan Road (continued to 5/7)
• After-the-fact filing for boardwalk and deck at 61 Pheasant Cove Circle

The Commission issued an Order of Conditions for a float expansion at 66 River Street, allowing a longer but narrower float for an owner with limited mobility, despite abutter opposition. It also issued a negative determination for a proposed addition at 81 Crowell Road with special conditions. Several other notices of intent were continued to future meetings.

• Issued Order of Conditions for float expansion at 66 River Street (6-1)
• Issued negative determination for addition at 81 Crowell Road (7-0)
• Continued certificate of compliance for 37 Moss Road to June 18 (7-0)
• Issued certificate of compliance for 29 Parkers Neck Road (7-0)
• Continued bank stabilization at 10 & 20 Susan Road to May 7 (7-0)
• Continued addition at 61 Pheasant Cove Circle to May 7 (7-0)
• Continued revetment at 911 & 921 to May 7 (7-0)
• Re-appointed Commissioner Huggins to Community Preservation Committee (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a site plan review for a mixed-use redevelopment at 645 Route 28 and 14 Appleby Road, including demolition of a former restaurant and construction of a two-story building with 11 apartments and 2,400 square feet of commercial space. The board will also vote on an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan to adjust a lot line at 6 & 8 Miracle Way in Yarmouth Port. Updates on the Mattacheese Utilization Committee project and other administrative items are on the agenda.

• ANR Plan #2936D: lot line adjustment at 6 & 8 Miracle Way for rear setback compliance
• VCOD SPR #2025-1: 11 apartments (10 one-bedroom, 1 two-bedroom) and 2 commercial units at 645 Route 28
• Four affordable units required per grant agreement with Yarmouth Affordable Housing Trust
• Project located in floodplain (Base Flood Elevation 11) and affected by MassDOT Route 28 Corridor Improvement project
• Zoning relief needed from Zoning Board of Appeals for front yard setback exceeding 25 feet

The Yarmouth Planning Board approved a Site Plan Review application for a mixed-use building at 645 Route 28 and 14 Appleby Road, including 11 apartments (4 affordable) and 2 commercial spaces, with conditions. The Board also endorsed an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan adjusting lot lines at 6 & 8 Miracle Way.

• Approved VCOD SPR #2025-1 for mixed-use development: 11 units, 2 commercial spaces, 4 affordable units (6-0)
• Endorsed ANR Plan #2936D for lot line adjustment at 6 & 8 Miracle Way (5-0, Ken Smith recused)
• Approved meeting minutes of April 1, 2026 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 PM (6-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review warrant articles and assignments for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting, discuss regional CPA funding for 460 West Main St., and consider committee reorganization. They will also hold an executive session to discuss potential purchase, exchange, or lease of real property.

• Review warrant articles and assignments for Town Meeting
• Discuss regional CPA funding letter for 460 West Main St.
• Executive session on real property purchase/lease
• Committee reorganization
• Discussion of CPC signs and plaques

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on a new shellfish aquaculture lease application for Christian Hayes dba East Bar Oyster Company in Cape Cod Bay. They will also hold a hearing on a change of manager for Longfellow's Pub and discuss a Nicotine Free Generation policy with the Board of Health. Other items include setting the annual town election warrant and previewing the Town Meeting.

• Vote on shellfish aquaculture lease for East Bar Oyster Company in Cape Cod Bay
• Hearing for change of manager at Longfellow's Pub (182 Old Townhouse Road) from Mindi Lynne Lawrence to Jamison Roy
• Discussion of Nicotine Free Generation policy with Board of Health
• Discussion and vote on Annual Town Election Warrant for May 19, 2026
• Consent agenda: special alcohol/entertainment licenses for Lighthouse Keepers Pantry, Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce Concert Series, fee waivers for Parker's River Landing Grand Opening and Yarmouth Port Library Book Sale, and shellfish regulations

Personnel Board Minutes & Agendas

The Personnel Board will consider entering executive session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining regarding the Wage and Class Plan for SEIU Unit B. They will also review and vote on March minutes and set the next meeting date.

• Minutes review and possible vote from March meeting
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for SEIU Unit B wage and class plan
• Next meeting scheduled for May 11, 2026 at 4:00 pm

The Personnel Board approved the previous meeting's minutes and entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy. No substantive decisions were made; the board will review a proposed wage and classification plan for SEIU Unit B at a future meeting.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (4-0)
• Voted to enter executive session (4-0)

Old King's Highway Committee

The Old King's Highway Historic District Committee will hold public hearings on 11 applications for Certificates of Appropriateness, including additions, new construction, solar panels, and other alterations. They will also discuss a Commission appeal from Sandwich and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Replace addition at 32 Summer Street (Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River)
• New single-family dwelling with solar panels at 338 North Dennis Road
• Demolish chimney at 25 Congressional Drive
• Install 20 solar panels at 7 Linnell Lane
• OKH Commission Appeal – Sandwich

The Old King's Highway Committee denied a proposal to build a metal detached garage at 352 North Dennis Road (4-0), citing inappropriate material for a residential historic area. It approved seven other applications for additions, fences, windows, and solar panels unanimously. One application for a new dwelling was tabled as incomplete.

• Approved church addition at 32 Summer St (4-0)
• Tabled new dwelling at 338 North Dennis Rd due to incomplete application
• Approved chimney demolition at 25 Congressional Dr (4-0)
• Approved fence at 22 Driftwood Ln (4-0)
• Approved door/window replacements at 16 Mattis Dr (4-0)
• Approved window additions at 25 Congressional Dr (4-0)
• Denied metal garage at 352 North Dennis Rd (4-0)
• Approved porch expansion at 17 Nottingham Dr (4-0)

Golf Enterprise Committee

The Golf Enterprise Committee will hold a meeting to discuss updates on golf operations, restaurants, and financials. They will also consider refund requests and review expense and capital projects at Bass River and Bayberry, including the Cart Barn at Bayberry.

• Review of Bass River expense and capital projects
• Review of Bayberry expense and capital projects including Cart Barn
• Financial updates
• Requests for refunds
• Golf update

The Golf Enterprise Committee approved the minutes from the November 10 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on construction, operations, and financial reports.

• Approved November 10 meeting minutes (6-0-1)

Community Housing Committee

The Community Housing Committee will hold a public hearing on the Community Preservation Plan and receive updates on several housing projects, including the Mattacheese Utilization Project and Habitat for Humanity's Wood Road neighborhood. They will also consider setting a fee-in-lieu price for FY2026 and opening the Ready Renter general wait list.

• Public hearing on Community Preservation Plan
• Update on Mattacheese Utilization Project at 400 Higgins Crowell Road
• Wood Road Habitat for Humanity neighborhood (1121 Route 28) update
• 645 Route 28 mixed-use development update
• Fees in Lieu Price for FY2026

Climate Mitigation & Energy Committee

The Climate Mitigation & Energy Committee will decide whether an Outreach and Energy Coaching Project should be housed within the committee or operated independently. They will also set project goals including insulation, heat pumps with rooftop solar, and used electric vehicles, and outline initial steps such as volunteer training and developing a request handling system.

• Decision on whether the Outreach Project stays within CM&EC or is external
• Proposed project name, email address, and cooperative website
• Goals: insulation, heat pumps with rooftop solar, used electric vehicles
• Initial steps: Cape Light Compact training, assemble volunteers, develop request system, design handouts, prepare script for households
• Acceptance of April meeting minutes and updates on energy news and senior center outreach

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review four petitions for special permits and variances. Key requests include the construction of a fast-food restaurant and a high-capacity gas storage tank.

• Special permit for Taco Bell (2,094 sq ft) with drive-thru at 433-439 Station Avenue
• Special permit or variance for a ~100ft LNG storage tank at 127 Whites Path
• Special permit for second-floor and attic addition at 147 Run Pond Road
• Variance for two gazebos 3.5 feet from rear lot line at 21 Woodbine Avenue

The Board approved three major petitions unanimously. A special permit and variance were granted for a new 100-foot LNG storage tank for National Grid. A special permit was approved for a Taco Bell with a drive-thru at 433-439 Station Avenue, with conditions including hours limited to 11am-12am and no late-night signage. A special permit was granted for a second-floor addition at 147 Run Pond Road, with the third-floor attic unheated and uninhabitable. The Board also allowed withdrawal without prejudice of a variance petition for gazebos, noting the hardship was self-created.

• Approved special permit for LNG storage tank (F-8 use) (5-0)
• Granted height variance for tank up to 100 feet (5-0)
• Approved Taco Bell special permit with conditions: hours 11am-12am, no breakfast, morning deliveries, no 'late night' signage, no left turn onto Station Ave, crosswalk study, one-year review (5-0)
• Approved special permit for second-floor addition at 147 Run Pond Road, third-floor attic uninhabitable (5-0)
• Allowed withdrawal without prejudice of variance petition for gazebos (5-0)
• Approved March 26, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-1 abstain)

Waterways/Shellfish Advisory Committee

The committee will hear public comment and review six Notice of Intent applications for waterfront projects including piers, bulkheads, floats, and shoreline repairs. They will also consider a mooring and slip past due appeal process and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Atlantic Coast Engineering LLC, 104-110 River Street: proposed fixed pier, gangway, and float
• Shorefront Consulting, 49 Neptune Lane: proposed bulkhead reconstruction, floats, and landing relocation
• Shorefront Consulting, 14 Compass Drive: proposed bulkhead
• Shorefront Consulting, 7 Cape Isle Drive: proposed float reconfiguration, platform, and bulkhead reconstruction
• Shorefront Consulting, 166 Blue Rock Road & 66 Osgood Road: proposed landing and stair repairs/reconstruction, bulkhead extension

Historical Commission

The Yarmouth Historical Commission will discuss updates on the monument for the Yarmouth Independence Day Celebration and an archaeological reconnaissance survey. They will also review historic signage, the Blue Sky Towers project, and the 2026 season for the Judah Baker Windmill. Minutes from March 12 will be approved.

• Monument update and planning for Yarmouth Independence Day Celebration on June 20, 2026
• Archaeological Reconnaissance Survey update
• Historic signage discussion
• Blue Sky Towers update
• Judah Baker Windmill 2026 update

The Commission voted to send a letter to Blue Sky Towers indicating the new telecommunications tower plan still has no adverse impact on the South Yarmouth/Bass River Historic District. Other business included updates on the Revolutionary War Monument event planning, archaeology RFQ, and interpretive sign placement.

• Approved sending letter to Blue Sky Towers affirming no adverse impact on historic district (3-0-0)

Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee

The Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee will discuss FY26 Opioid Remediation updates and hear a presentation from Hopeful Outreach. Members will also review community engagement opportunities including a May 2nd Spring Event. The meeting includes updates on Barnstable County and open membership positions.

• Presentation: Hopeful Outreach
• FY26 Opioid Remediation Updates
• May 2nd Spring Event update
• Update on open YSAC membership positions (Co-Chair, Harm Reductionist, Student Rep)
• Barnstable County Updates

The Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee (YSAC) voted unanimously to approve the minutes from its April 2025 meeting. The committee received a presentation from FIRST Steps Together, a peer-led program supporting families affected by substance use. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on open positions, opioid remediation funds, and community events.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Recycling and Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The RASWAC Committee will review minutes, discuss committee membership, watch a video on recycling beauty products, and plan for the Town Wide Clean Up Day on April 25th. They will also tour the disposal area and review quarterly data.

• Watch and discuss video on recycling beauty product packaging
• Plan for Town Wide Clean Up Day on April 25th
• Tour disposal area and review quarterly data
• Committee member status updates

The Recycling and Solid Waste Advisory Committee approved the minutes of the previous meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions included a tour of the disposal area, annual town cleanup, and spring outreach topics.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Yarmouth Recreation Commission will meet to discuss routine business including approval of prior minutes and public comment. Key agenda items include an update on pickleball court resurfacing and the introduction of a new Assistant Recreation Director. The commission will also review a scholarship application.

• Introduction of new Assistant Recreation Director
• Pickleball Resurfacing Update
• Scholarship Application Review
• Program Update
• Commissioners' Update

The Recreation Commission approved the minutes from March 11, 2026, as written. They received the director's report on the pickleball court contract, summer programs, and the appointment of Nick Norman as Assistant Director. No other votes were taken.

• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

Disability Commission

The Yarmouth Commission on Disabilities will discuss and possibly vote on the YCOD brochure. They will also review a coloring book on kindness and acceptance, discuss a town webpage update, and plan education on handicapped parking requirements.

• Review and possible vote on YCOD brochure
• Discussion of coloring book on 'Kindness and Acceptance'
• Update on town webpage for disabilities
• Discussion on handicapped parking requirement education
• EMBIA discussion on nominating committee selection

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee holds its annual public hearing to receive comments on project suggestions and the allocation of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds. The agenda also includes a CPA program update, staff and committee updates, and approval of past meeting minutes.

• Annual public hearing on project suggestions and allocation of CPA funds
• CPA Program Update
• Approval of minutes from 12/17/25 and 9/14/22

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on Community Preservation Act (CPA) warrant articles for FY2027, totaling approximately $2.25 million, including affordable housing projects, a $504,000 recreation project at Packet Landing, and a $140,000 open space restoration. They will also vote on a $112,841 administrative expense appropriation. Separate hearings will consider alcohol license transfers for two restaurants and a special entertainment license for a coastal resiliency fair.

• Vote on $2.25M CPA budget and $112,841 admin expense
• Appropriation of $1.18M from prior CPA funds for mixed-use rental housing on Route 28
• $504,000 match for state grant to improve coastal resiliency at Packet Landing
• Hearings on alcohol license transfers: DiParma Italian Table to Jacqueline's on Twenty-Eight, and 908 Bistro to Spice Boss
• Discussion of event policy and fee schedule for Parker's River Landing

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

This meeting of the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Council focuses on discussing the 25-26 handbook, specifically sections 60-69. The agenda also includes an open forum for public comment. No other specific decisions or financial items are listed.

• Discussion of handbook sections 60-69 for the 2025-26 school year
• Open forum for public input

Water Resources Advisory Committee

The Water Resources Advisory Committee will receive updates on active construction contracts for the Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) and collection system, including Contracts #1, #2, #3, #5, and #6. Regulatory and permitting updates on Title 5, the Watershed Permit, and pump stations are also on the agenda. The committee will discuss public safety and communication, and hear from the Friends of Bass River.

• Construction updates for Contract #1 (active)
• Construction updates for Contracts #2, #3, #5 (active)
• Construction update for Contract #6
• Regulatory update on Title 5 and Watershed Permit
• Friends of Bass River update

Public Art Committee

The committee met to review its charge, open meeting laws, and existing beautification policies. Members discussed potential funding sources for public art and the creation of a new donation fund.

• Review of 2013 Town Beautification and Promotion Program Policy
• Discussion of Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund as a funding source
• Review of Town of Yarmouth Public Art Plan (2025-2027)
• Update on GIS Cultural Asset Inventory funded by Cape Cod Commission DLTA grant
• Recruitment of two additional committee members

The committee discussed organizing, recruitment, and a cultural asset inventory grant, but took no formal votes on any action items. The only formal action was approval of previous meeting minutes at a later date.

• Committee organization postponed to next meeting
• Cultural asset inventory grant next steps discussed, no vote
• Public art policy discussion deferred to next meeting
• Recruitment for one additional arts administrator position ongoing

DYRSD SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee will meet in executive session to discuss litigation strategy, then in public session to consider a vote on the School Choice program participation and review an FY27 budget update with override contingency planning. Other agenda items include recognition of donations, a principal search update, and a superintendent listening session.

• Vote on School Choice program participation
• FY27 Budget update with override contingency planning
• Accept donation of books for Black History Month from MLK Action Team
• Accept donation of feminine products from Dennis Union Church
• M.E. Small Principal search update

Climate Mitigation & Energy Committee

The Yarmouth Energy Committee will review and update the town's energy plan, discuss options for green infrastructure, and consider a new name and mission. The committee will also hear reports on outreach efforts and upcoming events.

• Introduction of prospective new member Marie McHugh
• Discussion of new committee name, charge, and mission statement
• Status update on Task 3: options for green infrastructure
• Status update on Task 4: outreach and energy coaching
• Review and revision of the Energy Plan

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and potentially approve final language for kratom regulations. They will also consider a plastic waiver for Old King's Coffeehouse and a variance for Papa Gino's, as well as a septic variance for Town Fair Tire at 484 and 474 Station Avenue. A presentation from the Yarmouth Police Department's Special Victims Unit is scheduled.

• Final approval of kratom regulation language
• Plastic waiver for Old King's Coffeehouse
• Plastic variance for Papa Gino's
• Septic variance for Town Fair Tire – 484 & 474 Station Avenue
• YSAC presentation by YPD Special Victims Unit

The Board of Health unanimously approved updated kratom regulations requiring removal of products within a week. Two businesses received extensions to use non-compliant plastic goods until October 2026. A septic variance for Town Fair Tire was granted. The Nicotine Free Generation discussion was tabled and will be revisited at the next meeting.

• Approved updated kratom regulation (3-0)
• Granted plastic waiver to Peter Gillespie/Michelle O'Connell until Oct 2026 (3-0)
• Granted plastic waiver to Old King's Coffeehouse until Oct 2026 (3-0)
• Granted septic variance for Town Fair Tire at 474 & 484 Station Ave (3-0)
• Tabled Nicotine Free Generation discussion to next agenda (motion withdrawn, but agreed to add to May 4 agenda)