HomeMy WebLinkAboutUntitled Amend Paragraph (2) of Article to insert the underlined language as
follows:
(2) urges the Yarmouth Old Kings Highway Historic District Committee, in
conformity with the requirement of the Old Kings Highway Historic District Act
that the Committee "shall consider the energy advantage of any proposed solar
and wind device", to approve the installation of rooftop solar panels to be
installed as part of the Solarize Yarmouth Plus program in any portion of the Old
Kings Highway Historic District other than rooftops facing Route 6A in which
overhead utility lines or rooftop satellite television receivers are now lawfully
permitted, so long as such solar panels would be aligned with existing rooflines.
In accordance with Massachusetts General Laws c. 39, § 10, and §47-2 of the By-Laws of the Town of
Yarmouth, the undersigned registered voters of Yarmouth, Massachusetts request the insertion of the
following Article on the Warrant for the Fall 2020 Special Town Meeting of Yarmouth, Massachusetts:
To see if the Town will vote to adopt the following resolution:
Be it resolved that:
WHEREAS, the Town of Yarmouth recognizes the urgency of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in order to
mitigate the threats posed by climate change to the safety and economic well-being of the residents of the
Town, as well as the economic benefits to local residents and businesses of increased energy efficiency and
renewable energy supplies:
NOW, THEREFORE, the Town:
(1) endorses the upcoming Solarize Yarmouth Plus program which will be offered to residents of Yarmouth
in 2021 in conjunction with the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center and the Massachusetts Department
of Energy Resources, and encourages all residents to consider the opportunity to install rooftop solar
panels and air source heat pumps for heating and cooling, all of which would reduce greenhouse gas
emissions while providing financial savings to residents;
(2) urges the Yarmouth Old Kings Highway Historic District Committee, in conformity with the requirement
of the Old Kings Highway Historic District Act that the Committee "shall consider the energy advantage
of any proposed solar and wind device", to approve the installation of rooftop solar panels to be
installed as part of the Solarize Yarmouth Plus program in any portion of the Old Kings Highway Historic
District in which overhead utility lines or rooftop satellite television receivers are now lawfully
permitted, so long as such solar panels would be aligned with existing rooflines;
(3) encourages all residents to take advantage of opportunities to improve energy efficiency and energy
conservation in their homes through participation in the energy efficiency audit programs offered
through the Cape Light Compact;
(4) encourages all residents to take advantage of opportunities to transition to electric vehicles and the
lower operating costs and cleaner environment associated with them;
(5) encourages commercial and industrial property owners and condominium associations to explore
opportunities to improve energy efficiency and install renewable energy facilities for long term cost
savings and reduced greenhouse gas emissions;
(6) encourages the Yarmouth Energy Committee to engage in outreach and education to assist residents
and businesses to access opportunities for renewable energy, energy efficiency, electrification of
transportation, heating and cooling, and related strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in
our community.
Energy Sustainability
Warrant Article # xx
Presentation to
Board of Selectmen
Mike Duffy
October 20, 2020
Objectives of
This Warrant Article
• To request a vote by the Town backing the following energy-related
efforts:
— Supporting the "Solarize Yarmouth Plus" program
— Working with the Yarmouth Old Kings Highway to ease solar panel restrictions
— Publicizing the energy efficiency audit programs offered through Cape Light Compact
— Promoting the benefits of electric vehicles
— Assessing energy-saving opportunities for small businesses
— Supporting the Yarmouth Energy Committee's efforts to inspire energy sustainability
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Goals of "Solarize Yarmouth Plus"
• Increase education and community outreach
• Simplify decision process
• Reduce installation costs
• Reduce time to contract
• Increase adoption
"Solarize Yarmouth Plus" Addresses Market Barriers
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• Cost • Group purchase model, competitive
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• Inertia • Inspiring action, limited-time offer,
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• Charging your EV on solar renewable energy minimizes these emissions even more.
• EVs are very responsive and have very good torque; they are quiet too.
• Just like a smartphone, plug in your EV when you get home and it's ready the next morning.
• There are a variety of options for charging - at home, at work, or on the road.
• By charging often, you may never need to go to a gas station again !
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