2018 ANNUAL REPORTTown of Yarmouth
2018 Annual Report
DEDICATED TO
Sergeant Sean McNamee Gannon
August 22, 1985—April 12, 2018
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Thank you to the Yarmouth Police Department for the front and back cover photos of
Sergeant Sean Gannon’s Funeral Procession.
Thank you to the Town Boards and Departments for submitting reports for inclusion in
this Annual Report
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The Country Press
Middleborough, MA 02646
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IN MEMORIAM
2018
Joseph Cotell Dennis-Yarmouth Custodian
Charlie Eager Selectman
Fred Flanagan Water Department
Sean McNamee Gannon Police Sergeant
Bruce Maranda Teacher
Stephen Peterson Police Dispatcher
Robert Shallow Retired Police Lieutenant
Ruth Sherman Arts Council Member
William Smith Firefighter
Dana Whittemore Retired Fire Chief
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K9 Sergeant Sean McNamee Gannon
8.22.85 – 4.12.18
2018 will be remembered as the year that we lost Sergeant Sean M. Gannon.
Born August 22nd, 1985 in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Sean Gannon graduated from All
Saints Elementary School in 1999, and Bishop Stang High School in North Dartmouth in 2003.
He attended Westfield State University and graduated with honors in 2007 with a Bachelor of
Science in Criminal Justice. Sean continued his education, earning a Master’s Degree, with
honors, in Emergency Management in 2011 from Massachusetts Maritime Academy. Following
his formal education, he completed the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority Municipal Police
Academy.
Sean’s internships included service with the Nantucket Police Department and the Westfield
Police Department. He also earned certifications as an Emergency Medical Technician and Life
Saving Instructor.
He began his law enforcement career at Stonehill College in 2007 as a member of the Campus
Police Force before joining the Yarmouth Police Department in 2010.
Sean was deeply intuitive, inspiring others to be their best self and he loved spending time with
his family and friends. Whatever Sean did, he gave 100% of himself.
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Sean leaves his wife, Dara (Bryan), his parents, Patrick and Denise, his siblings, Timothy and his
fiancée Mary, Martha and her husband Derrick, his in-laws Kathy and Dean Bryan, and their son
Ross, his ‘Little Brother’ Riley and his mother Nicole, along with many loving relatives and
friends.
Sean was beloved by all and was a symbol of all that
is good in people. He was a great friend, husband,
son, brother, and co-worker. Sean was smart,
professional, polite, and caring. He was very
handsome and spoke in a deep clear voice with a
maturity far beyond his years. Sean was
“Presidential.” The biggest statement that defines
him and the type of a person he was is that he was a
“Big Brother” to 12 year old Rylee of West
Yarmouth for three years. With all the
responsibilities of his job and family, Sean found
time to mentor Rylee and provide him with a great
role model. What makes it even more special is that
Sean told very few about his involvement with Big
Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod and the Islands.
Even his closest friends did not know Sean’s
extensive involvement with Rylee. During Sean’s Sergeant Interview, at time when you sell
yourself, he did not mention his involvement with Big Brothers.
On the afternoon of April 12th 2018, while assisting the Barnstable and State Police in searching
for long time criminal, Thomas Latanowitch, at 109 Blueberry Lane in Marstons Mills, Sergeant
Gannon and K9 Nero were making one last check of the attic area of the home when a shot rang
out. The .380 caliber bullet entered Sergeant Gannon’s head, killing him instantly. Another shot
struck Sean’s beloved partner, K9 Nero, in the face.
Proactive Anti-Crime Officers Christopher Van Ness and Sean Geary, who were by his side at
that moment, immediately removed Sergeant Gannon from the attic while under duress and not
knowing where the shots came from. He was rushed by Ambulance to Cape Cod Hospital where
the emergency room staff did everything they could but he could not be saved. Despite the
valiant efforts of Officer Van Ness, Officer Geary, Barnstable Police Officers Joe Cairns, Officer
Michael Lima, Lieutenant Michael Clark, the Centerville, Osterville, Marstons Mills Fire
Department personnel, and Cape Cod Hospital personnel, Sean succumbed to his injuries.
The scene in the emergency room was one of chaos, shock, and sadness for all that were there.
Police Officers and Staff from Yarmouth PD arrived in great numbers. Chiefs from other
departments arrived and played key roles in calming the situation. Notifications to Dara Gannon
and her parents were made as other involved officers were arriving at the emergency room for
treatment. Patrick and Denise Gannon had to be located in Florida to be given the notification
via phone. Officers from Dennis, Barnstable and other area police departments relieved
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Yarmouth Officers of their duties for the next six days. The sadness and unwanted journey had
only just begun.
At the same time, the Cape Cod Regional Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team spent
three hours at residence at 109 Blueberry Lane where they apprehended Latanowich. After he
was taken into custody, the SWAT Team searched the house and discovered K9 Nero in the attic
suffering from a bullet wound that
travelled through his face, in and
out of his trachea, his esophagus,
and lodged in his shoulder. Nero
had remained wounded in the attic
for three hours until the suspect
was captured. Once Nero was
located, he was immediately taken
to Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists
where he underwent emergency
surgery and was willed back to life
by the constant, tireless care of
their staff and dedicated K9
Officers from across the region.
Retired Yarmouth Police Department K9 Officer Peter McClelland, who raised Nero as a pup,
spent months bringing Nero back to health. In August, Nero was retired and given to Sean’s
wife Dara who will care for him for the rest of his life.
The days that followed were intense. Yarmouth and Cape Cod have never experienced an
Officer being murdered. The outpouring from the Yarmouth community was overwhelming.
The Town seemed to be painted in blue. A community came together to help honor Sean and
shoulder the pain for Sean’s family as well as the department.
Sean’s cruiser, J7, was draped with mourning bunting and placed in front of the Yarmouth Police
Headquarters. Over the next few days, thousands of emotional people of all ages and
backgrounds visited Sean’s cruiser to pay respects and offer support. This was a powerful sight
to witness and comprehend.
On the night of April 13th, there was a candle light vigil held at Yarmouth Police Headquarters.
On this cold night there were more than 2,500 people who attended, including Sean’s family.
The Boston Police Gaelic Column played at two points during the vigil. Selectman Tracy Post,
State Representative Timothy Whelan, State Senator Julian Cyr, and U.S. Congressman William
Keating offered words of condolence. Yarmouth Police Chief Frederickson gave an emotional
speech that included the firm demand for politicians to improve officer safety and ended with
reading the Beatles’ song lyrics to “Let It Be” to encourage healing.
Over the next month, Yarmouth Police Headquarters was flooded with food, flowers, and gifts.
A temporary refrigerator was brought in to preserve the food. Family members and friends took
over the Yarmouth Police Training room and quickly made ribbons and bows that would be hung
throughout the Town.
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During the next few days, the Massachusetts State Police and
Emergency 911 Dispatchers from local area departments provided
continuous 24 hour coverage and response to calls for service.
Additionally, the Yarmouth Fire Department helped in many ways and
their assistance was much appreciated.
On the morning of Saturday, April 14th, Police, Fire, and community
members from across Cape Cod and beyond came together to begin
planning Sean’s wake and funeral and how to organize the more than
5,000 expected Police Officers who would be attending.
Massachusetts State Police Sergeant Byron Rizos volunteered to direct
the planning and operation. The work that was done was complicated. The cooperation and
professionalism of all those helping was impressive. Sergeant Rizos made it seem
uncomplicated.
Sean was never left alone by his brother and sister officers. Two
Yarmouth Officers shared the honor of being by Sean’s side 24 hours a
day, from the moment he died until he was buried six days later. He rested
under the guard of his fellow Police Officers at Done Beal and Ames
Funeral home in Hyannis until he was ceremoniously moved for the Wake
at St. Pius X Church in South Yarmouth. Sean’s American flag draped
casket was carried from the funeral home to the awaiting hearse by six
uniformed pallbearers who were closest friends. The seven mile
procession to St. Pius X Church began and was led by the Cape Cod
Regional Law Enforcement Council Motorcycle Unit. A Police vehicle
from each Cape Cod Police Department followed the family motorcade and Yarmouth Police
personnel. Starting at the funeral home, thousands of people lined the route. Most were wearing
blue.
Blue and black ribbons seemed to be affixed to every sign and utility pole. Merchants
customized their signs in honor. When the procession neared Cape Cod Hospital on South Street
in Hyannis, hundreds of hospital staff were waiting. The procession travelled the length of
Route 28 in Yarmouth and there was what seemed to be a human chain of mourners on each side
of the road. The ride was slow and the crowd seemed mute. Sadness and respect was evident
and was clearly emanating from those who were present. Outside, St. Pius Church was crowded
with bystanders and Police Officers. Once there, the pallbearers did their duty and carried Sean
into the church. Two Yarmouth Officers awaited Sean and stood guard on him when he was at
his resting point. Yarmouth Officers were transported to the staging area at Dennis-Yarmouth
(D-Y) Regional High School where there was a mass of over 5,000 Police Officers and
Firefighters. This was something that had never been seen on Cape Cod. Sergeant Sean Gannon
was the first Police Officer to be murdered in the history of Cape Cod.
Yarmouth Officers led the procession from there to the church on foot and were guided by the
Boston Police Gaelic Column who played a solemn, sobering but spiritual marching song.
Yarmouth Officers began to walk through the church and remained there until the more than
5,000 Officers and Firefighters respectfully walked by Sean.
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They came from all over the United States and Canada. Chief Frederickson greeted every one of
them as they entered the church. The uniforms covered every spectrum as did the diversity of
the individuals, but they all came for one reason. They came to honor a Police Officer who gave
his life to protect others. Everyone would
do the same and knows that one day it
could be them. The Massachusetts State
Police seemed to have their entire
department helping with organizing the
event; as well as Police Chiefs from
across Cape Cod and beyond who made
great contributions to the services.
It was quite a sight to see a Royal
Canadian Mounted Police Officer in his
Full Dress Uniform assisting with traffic
near D-Y High School.
Once the Police Officers completed the walk through, hundreds of citizens from all walks of life
came to the church and paid their respects. The Gannon family did their best to greet the
mourners, however, the long day of grief caused them to exit after four hours. When they were
gone, people continued to come and the church stayed open until they all had their chance to pay
respects.
The next morning, all Yarmouth Police Officers, Emergency 911 Dispatchers, and Civilian Staff
members assembled at Yarmouth Police Headquarters with their families. It was then that it was
announced that Sean was posthumously promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Those in attendance
let out a loud cheer that was mixed with tears.
A short time later, they all boarded three buses. The area around Yarmouth Police Headquarters
and Higgins Crowell Road was mobbed with 400 Police K9 Units and a mass of Police Honor
and Color Guards from across the country who were assembling to honor Sean.
The buses proceeded to St. Pius X Church. Once there,
the family members were brought to the church. The
Officers were taken to the staging area at D-Y High
School where there were even more uniformed Officers
and Firefighters assembled. It was a “sea of blue.” For
the second day Yarmouth Police Officers led the solemn
but proud procession which was again guided by the
Boston Police Gaelic Column of Pipes and Drums. The
sight of thousands of Police Officers and Firefighters
marching together as a sign of unity and respect was powerful.
Yarmouth Officers were led into the church single file and seated to the left. Select Officers,
Chiefs, and other law enforcement personnel were allowed into the crowded church while the
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more than five thousand others surrounded the church’s exterior as well as Station Avenue as
they stood tall and united during the service.
Dignitaries such as the Board of Selectman, Town Administrator Dan Knapik, Governor Charles
Baker and Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito, and others were in attendance. An unforgettable,
impressive sight were the nearly 40 priests, all dressed in elegant white robes and seated to the
right of the altar. Each seat was filled as well as any available standing room.
Father Paul Caron, Pastor of St. Pius X,
conducted the Mass. Father Caron had a personal
connection with Sean. He knew him and the
entire Gannon family for decades. The Mass was
beautifully performed with an amazing selection
of songs chosen by the Gannon family. Father
Caron gave an emotional and personal eulogy.
While the Mass was going on, the Boston Police
Gaelic Column of Pipes and Drums could be
heard outside in the distance. The pipes and
drums together with orders occasionally being
shouted added an element of deep support and honor.
As the Mass ended, the Gannon family said their final goodbyes to their wonderful son, Sean,
before he was taken to his final resting place at Chandler Grey Cemetery in West Yarmouth;
located just across from Yarmouth Police Department Headquarters. Their pain, sorrow, and
vulnerability could not be masked. They were led to awaiting limousines surrounded by a
formation of priests and thousands of men and women in uniform. With stoic dignity and care,
the pallbearers guided Sean into the hearse. The Gannon family entered their limousines and the
Yarmouth Police Officers, with their families, boarded the buses. The Cape Cod Regional Law
Enforcement Council Motorcycle Unit led the procession past the huge assembled respectful
crowd. The procession continued to Route 28 at Four Corners and traveled West to Higgins
Crowell Road. Along the entire route were people of all ages; many wearing blue. The sadness
of Sean’s loss could not be hidden from their faces. Groups of school children were saluting and
holding signs. Blue line flags were numerous. Utility trucks from several companies parked
together and their personnel stood and saluted.
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As the procession approached Higgins Crowell Road, there were hundreds of Police Motorcycle
Officers lining both sides of the road. Once the procession turned onto Higgins Crowell Road,
they immediately came upon over 400 Police K9 Officers and their four legged partners lining
the entire West side of Higgins Crowell Road. No one has ever seen such an assemblage of
Police K9’s. The motorcade
then turned onto Chandler
Grey Road and headed
toward the cemetery. Lined
on both sides of the road
were countless Police Honor
and Color Guards, standing
shoulder to shoulder, with
their dress uniforms and
flags posted high and waving
in the wind.
The Gannon family along
with the buses carrying
Yarmouth Police personnel arrived at the grave site and were positioned for the final service.
When the final words were spoken, Chief Frederickson, on one knee, presented Sean’s wife,
Dara, with a folded American flag in honor of Sean’s service. Deputy Chief Xiarhos followed
by presenting another folded American flag to Sean’s parents, Denise and Patrick. All members
of the Yarmouth Police Department then ceremoniously passed by Sean’s casket, saluted, and
placed their white gloves on top of the casket to be buried along with Sean for eternity. The
Officers then stood in single file and Chief Frederickson along with Deputy Chief Xiarhos gave
each Officer a hug. Once the burial service concluded, all family members and attendees were
escorted to their vehicles and departed.
A coalition took place at the Yarmouth House Restaurant for Family, Department members, and
invitees. It was a time to be together in an environment that allowed sharing emotions and,
somehow, help begin healing from this tragedy that was just experienced that will never go
away.
Through all of this, the Department received thousands of cards and letters from all over the
country and beyond. Donations of all sizes came through for months, most of which were
processed by the Yarmouth Police Foundation. Many other thoughtful gifts such as quilts,
paintings, plaques, signs, and food just kept coming.
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The investigations at 109 Blueberry Lane in Marstons Mills continued for days. The
Massachusetts State Police, Barnstable Police, and state, federal, and local Law Enforcement
agencies completed the most exhaustive searches that anyone could remember as they searched
for the firearm used, and other evidence. Parts of the house had to be dismantled in order to find
the firearm and other evidence which was ultimately recovered.
The prosecution and hopeful conviction of Latanowich will not be completed until 2020 but the
Gannon’s pain will NEVER go away. The pain to the men and women of the Yarmouth Police
Department will NEVER go away. For all those who knew Sean professionally and personally,
their pain will NEVER go away.
In spite of this senseless tragedy, we must carry on. It is hoped that this scene will never be
repeated, however, the brave work of the men and women of Law Enforcement is inherently
dangerous and susceptible to this type of tragedy.
Throughout our lives, we will hear amazing, positive stories on how Sean touched someone’s life
and that will make us smile. It will be up to all of us together to carry on Sean’s legacy and use
his death to improve the safety of citizens and Police Officers alike.
Yarmouth Police Sergeant Sean McNamee Gannon will never be forgotten.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ADMINISTRATION
Board of Selectmen 2
Licensing 8
Gifts Accepted by the Selectmen 9
Finance Committee 12
Capital Budget Committee 13
Town Administrator 14
Human Resources 15
Elected Officials, Employees and Committees 16
Town Administrative Organization Chart 26
TOWN RECORDS
Town Clerk Annual Report and Board of Registrars 28
Births, Marriages, Deaths 29
Annual Town Meeting, May 5, 2018 30
Annual Town Election, May 15, 2018 74
State Election, November 6, 2018 76
State Primary Election (Democrat) 80
State Primary Election (Republican) 83
Old King’s Highway Annual Meeting 86
Special Election, December 4, 2018 87
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Board of Appeals 90
Department of Community Development 91
Planning Board 93
Affordable Housing Trust 94
Community and Economic Development Committee 96
Drive In Site Utilization Committee 98
Community Housing Committee 100
Community Preservation Committee 101
Conservation Commission 103
Design Review Committee 106
Historical Commission 107
Old King's Highway 110
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Department of Community Services
Library Division
114
116
Natural Resources 119
Division of Senior Services 121
Golf Division 124
Recreation Division 128
Recreation Commission 129
MUNICIPAL FINANCE
Director of Finance 130
Summary of Appropriations and Expenditures 131
Statement of Revenues 141
Combined Balance Sheet 143
Collector/Treasurer 146
Trust and Investment Funds 148
Town Employees’ Salaries and Wages 149
Board of Assessors 166
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PUBLIC SAFETY
Fire and Rescue Department 168
Police Department 171
MUNICIPAL INSPECTIONS
Building Department 174
Board of Health 176
Health Division 179
PUBLIC WORKS
Department of Public Works 183
Buildings & Grounds Division 186
Highway Division 187
Waste Management Division 190
Water Division 193
MUNICIPAL TECHNICAL SERVICES 196
OTHER COMMITTEES
Cape Cod Commission 200
Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority 200
Cape Light Compact 201
Cultural Council 204
Energy Committee 205
Personnel Board 207
Recycling and Solid Waste Advisory Committee 208
Scholarship Fund Committee 209
Veterans’ Services 210
Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee 210
EDUCATION
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District 215
D-Y Regional School District Committee 216
Office of the Superintendent 217
Finance & Operations 219
Office of Instruction 221
Pupil Services 222
Early Education Programs 223
D-Y Regional High School 224
Cape Cod Regional Technical High School 227
Mattacheese Middle School 230
Nathaniel H. Wixon Innovation School 231
Ezra H. Baker Innovation School 232
Marguerite E. Small Elementary School 234
Station Avenue Elementary School 235
Food Service 236
Technology Department 237
D-Y Regional School District Employees and Wages Paid in 2017 238
D-Y Regional High School Scholarships and Awards 259
D-Y Regional High School Commencement 270
D-Y Regional High School Class of 2018 272
Board and Committees 273
Reference Guide & Telephone Numbers 279
Talent Bank Form and Volunteer Information 281
ADMINISTRATION
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BOARD OF SELECTMEN
2018 was a very sad year for our Town with the tragic loss of Yarmouth Police Sergeant Sean
Gannon. Every day we feel the loss of Sean in our community and will for years to come. 2018
also presented the Town with some significant operational challenges including a New Year’s
Eve flood in Town Hall, significant damage from a series of three March Nor’easters and the
significant loss in revenue in our golf division. In 2018, we said good bye to some long tenured
employees in key divisions, Dan Mills, Superintendent of the Water Department and Jim
Armentrout Director of Golf. With the help of staff, our many volunteers, and other elected
officials, we were able to achieve many of our goals and made significant progress on many
others. Some of the more notable accomplishments are listed below:
• The former Cavalier motel site came to life in 2018, with the beginning of construction of
the 69 unit Yarmouth Commons apartment complex. This project, approximately half
completed at the end of 2018, is a very attractive addition to our main commercial
corridor.
• The Cape Cod Energy Park plan which is hoped to reduce long-term sludge disposal
costs and provide lease revenue to the Town continues. The evaluation period by the
partner chosen as part of a request for proposal ends in March 2019. The evaluation will
determine if the non-solar/battery storage aspect of the project will move forward.
• The Town was designated as a “Green Community” by the Massachusetts Department of
Energy Resources. The Town joins 240 other communities that have committed to
reducing their municipal energy consumption by 20% over 5 years. The Town was
awarded $191,601 to begin this effort. In future years the Town will be able to apply for
additional grants of up to $250,000 apiece.
• Street Light Energy Savings and Wireless Features: Cape Light Compact, Yarmouth
Finance, and street light automation vendors worked with Eversource to develop a way to
recognize the savings from technology to dim street lights when appropriate to save
municipalities money. With this recognition, the Cape Light Compact can fund most of
this project.
• The Collector/Treasurer and Town Clerk divisions teamed up to implement a one-stop
shop for online payment of taxes and the ordering of licenses, stickers, certificates and
other services.
• The Town continues to see a significant reduction in taxpayer paid interest and penalties.
The economy helps but we believe the online systems with e-mail notifications, letters
sent, newspaper notices for taxes being due, etc. is helping as well.
• The Town of Yarmouth, for the third year in a row, was first out of 351 communities to
set its tax rate. This allows the Town to avoid borrowing
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• The Assessing Division continues its summer workshops and had six which help those
that might qualify for an elderly exemption to complete the paperwork to take advantage
of this benefit.
• The Assessing and Collector/Treasurers divisions work together to implement a low
income and elderly donation program designed to help those having problems paying
their taxes.
• Yarmouth continues to enhance and streamline the Permitting and Licensing system
which consolidates Building Permits, Health Permits and Licenses, Business Licensing,
and Inspectional Services into one application to more efficiently process the permits and
licenses issued annually. For the fourth year in a row, the staff and public utilized the
system to process almost 12,000 permits and licenses, generating almost 1.2 million
dollars in revenue on projected values of over $164 million. Citizens and contractors
continue to have the ability to apply and pay for permits and licenses online, as well as at
kiosks located in Town Hall.
• The Board of Health passed a regulation capping the number of tobacco licenses for retail
stores.
• The Plastic Bag By-law was approved as presented by the Recycling Committee, with
assistance in education and enforcement by the Health Division.
• A Recovery Support Navigator was established to provide direct assistance for residents
who need treatment and access to community resources for substance use through a
partnership with the Board of Health and Duffy Health Center of Hyannis through a grant
from the Board of Selectmen.
• Baxter’s Grist Mill Project. The project includes fish ladder reconstruction, dam
reinforcement, and sluiceway upgrades. The permitting has been completed for the
project, and bids were received in December 2018. The project is expected to be
awarded in January 2019, with construction to begin shortly thereafter.
• Update of Yarmouth’s Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP). The
Town is working with our consultant, CDM Smith, to update the CWMP. This effort is
ongoing and has resulted in the appointment of a Water Resources Advisory Committee
to begin meeting in fiscal year 2019.
• The clean water partnership known as DHY (Dennis, Harwich and Yarmouth) was
successful in obtaining a state grant of $100,000 to assist the three towns with their
continued effort of working toward a regional wastewater solution. Additionally, special
legislation needed to create the DHY Partnership was submitted to the Massachusetts
legislature and awaits action by the legislature and the governor.
• The Town received a $50,000 grant to engage the town of Barnstable to assess the
potential for a wastewater solution for the area of both towns around Lewis Bay.
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• Cape Cod Rail Trail Expansion Project. Phase 2 of the project (North Main Street to the
Bass River Bridge) was completed in 2018. Phase 3 of the project which goes from Peter
Homer Park to the Barnstable town line is currently being designed.
• Public Works Building Project. The designer, Weston & Sampson, as well as the
Owner’s Project Manager, Environmental Partners, are both working with the DPW
Building Committee to design a new Public Works building at 507 Buck Island Road. It
is expected that construction funds will be sought at an upcoming Town Meeting.
• Storm water Permitting and Management. The Notice of Intent as required by the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program was submitted in
June 2017. There is ongoing reporting, monitoring, and storm water management that
must be performed throughout the term of the new permit.
• Implement an Asset Management System. The DPW began implementing Utility Cloud,
which is a web-based asset management system. The system continues to be
implemented for use in work order management, fleet management, and infrastructure
planning.
• Providing drinking water to Barnstable. Yarmouth Water continues to supply drinking
water to Hyannis Water in order to assist them in addressing drinking water
contamination issues. This is an example of another community partnership opportunity
that supports a neighboring community in their mission to provide drinking water to their
customers. Barnstable will continue to need Yarmouth drinking water for the foreseeable
future.
• Our very busy Fire Department responded to 7303 emergencies; the distribution of the
calls remains steady with 41% in South Yarmouth, 38% in West Yarmouth and 20% in
Yarmouth Port; the remaining 1% were mutual aid calls to our neighbors.
• The school agreement negotiating subcommittee continued to engage with Dennis but
was unable to reach a final agreement with their representatives. The BOS submitted to
the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Committee a draft of the agreement (June
2018) with its recommendations for an agreement. At the end of 2018, the School
Committee had not acted upon our recommendations.
• In the fall, the Town received a state grant to assist with needed representation with the
Vineyard Wind offshore renewable energy project. The state grant enabled the Town to
hire legal and technical experts to represent its interest at the hearings held by the Energy
Facilities Siting Board (EFSB) in Boston during the month of October. Though
previously identified as the preferred landing location (Lewis Bay/New Hampshire
Avenue) Vineyard Wind announced just prior to the start of the hearings that the Lewis
Bay/New Hampshire Avenue location was their second choice after Covell’s Beach in
Barnstable. A final decision by the EFSB as to the proposed landing site of the electric
transmission cables is expected in the spring of 2019.
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• The year was especially notable for the Golf Division. With the two year interruption of
play due to the renovations at the Bayberry course, the Golf Division financial
performance suffered a significant setback. A shortfall occurred in their budget and
additional appropriations from the Town were approved at Town Meeting. As part of the
improvement plan the Town procured a national expert to review golf operations and
provide the BOS with recommendations for the future that would ensure a return to
sustainable business operations. This effort culminated with the development of a
request for proposals (RFP) for golf services/management to provide the BOS with
options to ensure long term viability. Results of the RFP will be provided to the BOS in
the spring of 2019. Additionally, the hiring of Golf Superintendent Scott Gilmore has
resulted in increased focus on course conditions and dramatic improvement of turf, paths,
and hazards at both courses. Completion of the two year renovation at Bayberry was met
by high praise by the golf community as the course has once again been recognized as a
premier municipal course in the Commonwealth.
• On December 4th, the Town voters went to the polls with the Town of Dennis to
determine the future of the Mattacheese Middle School in a School District-called
election. The ballot question failed in Yarmouth but passed in Dennis. The result with
the combined results was that by a margin of 25 votes the ballot question authorizing the
school passed. The results of the election recount were as follows:
Yarmouth:
Yes 1500 No 1957 Blanks 0 Total 3457
Dennis:
Yes 1361 No 879 Blanks 4 Total 2244
Yes 2861 No 2836 Total Margin for Yes 25
• GRANT UPDATE:
o Awarded an Assistance to Firefighter Grant in the amount of $114,546 to
replace the vehicle exhaust systems in the Headquarters and Yarmouth Port
Stations.
o Awarded a Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response (SAFER)
Grant in the amount of $1,046,304 to fund four additional firefighters for three
years. The grant will pay 75% the first year, 75% the second year and 35%
the last year.
o Awarded a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health,
Bureau of Substance Abuse Services. This grant provides funding for the
drug Narcan and also education and training. Narcan reverses the effects of a
heroin overdose. With this drug and advance life support from the Fire
Department, many lives have been saved.
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o Applied for another Assistance to Firefighter Grant to fund the replacement of
expired firefighter bunker gear. If awarded, the $227,150 will replace 55 sets
of bunker gear.
• Parker's River Tidal Restoration Bridge Replacement Project – The widening of the
Parker's River Bridge is an important project that will provide many benefits including
improved tidal flushing and water quality in the upper reaches of the Parker's River, a
new bridge with related streetscape improvements along Route 28, and reduced nitrogen
loading to help with our wastewater solution. The complexities of the project have
caused delays, but significant progress was made in 2018 on design, permitting, and land
acquisitions, with construction scheduled to start in the fall of 2019. An additional
$500,000 in construction funding for the project was obtained in 2018 through a grant
from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). This is in addition to grants
from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), from Hurricane
Sandy funds administered through the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and from the
Community Preservation Act (CPA).
• Drive-In Site Utilization – Working with the Drive-In Site Utilization Committee, staff
continued to support efforts associated with the proposed Riverwalk Park and Boardwalk
at the former Drive-In property at 669 Route 28. This past summer, the Committee’s
recommendations were presented to and approved by the Board of Selectmen. Active use
of the site occurred in 2018 with two music festivals being held on the property.
Community Development Staff are working with other Town Staff to plan for larger
scale events. An application for Community Preservation Act funding for design and
permitting as well as partial construction for the Riverwalk Park and Boardwalk Loop has
been made and will move forward to the upcoming Annual Town Meeting for approval.
Staff is working to identify other potential sources of funding for construction.
• Mill Creek Park – CPA Funding for the acquisition of the Yankee Village Motel was
approved at the May 2018 Annual Town meeting. Negotiations have been ongoing and
the Town was recently notified that it had been awarded a $400,000 grant from the
Massachusetts Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC)
program. As this property is situated between two existing Town-owned “pocket parks,”
this acquisition will result in a larger waterfront park that will greatly benefit the Town
with views of Mill Creek.
• Within the Community Services Department, restructuring has produced resource sharing
between divisions.
• CPA funding allowed for improved accessibility at Homer Park Playground for users and
their guardians.
• This summer saw the expansion of four new free programs at the beaches: teen concerts,
GaGa Ball, evening pickup soccer, and a fishing derby.
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• Recreational oyster harvesting in Lewis Bay was more popular than ever thanks to the
increase in propagation efforts by Constable Caia and his team.
• Town Libraries continue to expand special events and Author’s Series - to the delight of
the community.
• Lastly, we would like to reflect on the tragic loss of Yarmouth Police Sergeant Sean
Gannon on April 12, 2018. Sean’s service to the Town and the painful loss to Yarmouth,
the Police Department, and Sean’s family will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace
Sergeant Gannon.
In summary, 2018 was a sad and moving year, but also a positive and productive year for our
Town. The Board of Selectmen wish to sincerely express its gratitude for your support and we
look forward to making 2019 even better!
Respectfully submitted,
Norm Holcomb, Chairman
Mike Stone, Vice Chair
Erik Tolley, Clerk
Tracy Post
Mark Forest
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LICENSING
LICENSES RENEWED 2016 2017 2018
Annual Alcohol 54 54 52
Seasonal Alcohol 12 12 12
Entertainment (Weekday & Sunday) 59 53 53
Automatic Amusement 23 18 15
Auto Sales 14 15 15
Pool Tables 6 6 6
Bowling 1 1 1
Fortune Teller 0 1 1
Mobile Vendor 3 2 2
Christmas Tree Sales 3 2 2
LICENSES APPROVED
ON A CONSENT AGENDA 2016 2017 2018
Special Alcohol 2 3 4
Special Entertainment 8 9 6
LICENSES APPROVED
AT A PUBLIC HEARING 2016 2017 2018
New Alcohol License 3 2 4
Alcohol License Transfers 2 3 0
Special Entertainment Licenses 2 4 3
Manager Changes 1 8 4
Change of Premise 0 1 1
New Entertainment Licenses 4 0 2
New Class II 2 1 0
Change of Corporate 0 0 0
Name/Stockholders 0 0 0
Change of License Class 0 1 0
OTHER PERMITS NOT
REQUIRING BOARD APPROVAL 2016 2017 2018
Yard Sales 310 295 223
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GIFTS ACCEPTED BY BOARD OF SELECTMEN
JANUARY – DECEMBER 2018
Fire Department Total Total
TOPS MA 9487 $100.00 Ethel Poulos Family Trust $100.00
Cape Cod Area Philatelic Group $100.00 MaryAnn & Wm. Staudenmayer $25.00
Elizabeth & Thomas Treiber $100.00 Susan Stranz $50.00
Anonymous Donor $10,000.00 Josephine M. Brodeur $10.00
Police Department Total Total
MA Assoc. of Insurance Women $50.00 PoliceApp.com $5,850.00
Saumani J. Pouvi Family $50.00 Jerome J. Manning & Co., Inc. $1,153.02
Harold & Claire Nelson $300.00 Genevieve Stauble $50.00
Group Benefits Stategies $700.00 Employees of Weymouth $135.00
Pharmaceutical Research &
Manufacturers of America
$20,000.00 Heroes in Transition, Inc. $8,000.00
Home Depot of Hyannis $1,800.00
Libraries Total Total
William Dun Ray II $100.00 Optima Courier $91.62
Joyce Kschinka Williams $50.00 Kevin Tracy $150.00
Dawn & Bruce Miller $100.00 Kathryne Shepard $27.95
Joseph & Susan Biernat $14.95 Mary Read $20.00
Joan Kennedy $25.00 Hyannis Public Library Assoc. $47.95
Carole Croce & Katy LaBonte $30.00 Susan & Ross Coppleman $25.00
C. Dawn Grady $50.00 Cheryl & Mark Carrier $50.00
Sandra Merrill $50.00 All Cape Locating $50.00
Thomas & Klaudia Hellmann $25.00
DPW Total Total
Community Leadership Institute $100.00
Natural Resources Total Total
Kayak Rack Donation $924.99
Recreation Total Total
Pat Armstrong $150.00 Bobbi Peck $150.00
Ronald Gagne $150.00 Michael Barry $150.00
Mary Vilbon $150.00 Greg Lena $150.00
Ryan O’Connell $150.00 Francine Long $150.00
Sam Horton $150.00 Christi Lipka $150.00
Kerry A. Wasgatt $200.00 Marilyn Smith $150.00
Michael Brennan $150.00 Andrew Marino $150.00
Anne Donohue $150.00 Maria Knights $150.00
Wendy Richard $150.00 Alex Theoharidis $150.00
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James Cuddy $150.00 Kara Collin $150.00
Brad Whitehouse $150.00 Kerry Wasgatt $150.00
Abbey Short $150.00 Cynthia Craig $150.00
Karl Adams $150.00 Dennis Librizi $150.00
Kevin Maddy $150.00 Rebecca Richardson $150.00
Marie Lynch $150.00 John Fulham $150.00
Caesar Cardozo $150.00 Pat Morgenroth $150.00
Jane Chamberlain $150.00 Alexa Franco $150.00
Nicholas G. Xiarhos Memorial $1000.00 Matthew Evangelisti $150.00
Jason Levin $150.00 Zachary Williams $150.00
Lisa Fortenberry $150.00 Robert Hough $150.00
Kurtis Bertolami $150.00 Matthew Pimentel $150.00
Katie Kelley $150.00 Suzanne Bickley $150.00
Cheryl Smith $150.00 Beverly McAndrews $150.00
Joanne Nobre $150.00 Ken Schneider $150.00
Dennis Police Dept. $175.00 Carole Phelps $300.00
Michelle Goodwin $150.00 Hannah Menard $150.00
Mr. & Mrs. George $500.00 The Friday Club $500.00
Marilyn Thomas $150.00 Nancy Quinn $150.00
Chris Carrafiello $150.00 Deirdre MacNeill $150.00
Laura Moruzzi $150.00 Fran Bradshaw $150.00
Peter Kidwell $150.00 Matthew Titus $150.00
Paul Andrews $300.00 Tina Andre $150.00
Arthur Marquardt $150.00 Lisa Schuh $150.00
Judy Bourasa $150.00 Leigh-Ann Procaro $150.00
Bonita Jurkewicz $150.00 Cherisse Lovato $150.00
Margaret LeGendre $150.00 Royal II Restaurant $200.00
Caitlyn MacDonald $150.00 Joseph Mirabile $150.00
Susan Ginkus $150.00 Stephanie McCusker $150.00
Carole Connolly $150.00 Kathleen Schmeer $150.00
Robyn Fontaine $150.00 Peter Cardia $150.00
Sarah Heyward $150.00 Nancy Lagomarsino $150.00
Cheryl Gidman $150.00 Lauria Schoen $150.00
Patricia Cafferata $150.00 Sal Tecci $150.00
Ann Potter $150.00 Renee Sebilian $150.00
Laurel Visceglio $150.00 Ann Potter $150.00
Janet Grant $150.00 Nancy Gentile $150.00
William Bayerle $150.00 Benjamin Cohen $150.00
Elizabeth Casson $150.00 Diane Hammond $150.00
Karen Cooney $150.00 Edward Kaup $150.00
Rebecca Killion $150.00 Jennifer Chrisey $150.00
Michael Grotz $150.00 Tiffany Narbonne $150.00
Jean Schiavone $150.00 Barbara Markus $150.00
Rebecca Dagostino $150.00 Dustin Banks $150.00
Anthony Panebianco $150.00 Anne Ierardi $150.00
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Elise Bryant $150.00 Kyle Davis $150.00
Steve Johnson $150.00 Kelsi O’Rourke $150.00
James Hastings $150.00 G & N Schneider $150.00
Patricia Kennedy $150.00 Jessica Walsh $150.00
Kathryn Gaska $150.00 Noreen Brown $150.00
Daniel Tothill $150.00 Patience Smith $150.00
Jessica Drenga $150.00 John Furciniti $150.00
Lynn Lesperance $150.00 Jessica Walsh $150.00
Richard Leger $150.00 Sue Leukroth $450.00
Tom Boisvert $150.00 Deborah Kaup $150.00
Dakota Rafuse $150.00 Ann Anderson $150.00
Kathy Roberts $150.00 Carol Judge $150.00
Nancy Ragno $150.00 Melanie Rivard $150.00
Michael McDonough $150.00 Meghan Thompson $150.00
Chris Bruell $150.00 Deb de Valroger $150.00
Patty & Jack Creighton $50.00 Lizette Padilla-Mars $150.00
Rosanna Preziosi $150.00 Kelsey Slowick $150.00
C. Randall Sherman $150.00 Priscilla Sherman $150.00
Randall Sherman $300.00 Melissa Sherman $150.00
Laura Murphy $150.00 Linda Jordan $150.00
Elizabeth Dixon $150.00 Ian Cooke $150.00
Christa Blair $150.00 Maria Judge $150.00
Dale Bottcher $150.00 David Hodgdon $150.00
Dennis Stone $150.00 Paula Lezeski $150.00
Michele Hannon $150.00 Laurel Henderson $150.00
Debbie & Allen Machon $100.00 Randall Sherman $45.00
Janice Martin $50.00 Jane Tucker $100.00
Mary Merrill $25.00
Town of Yarmouth Total Total
NARFE $100.00
Senior Services Total Total
AA $40.00 Bread & Pastry $142.95
Coffee $75.00 Miscellaneous $2.00
Taxes $445.00 Van $278.00
AA $80.00 Bread & Pastry $168.00
Medical Equipment $95.00 Miscellaneous $35.00
Taxes $395.00 Van $282.50
AA $40.00 Bread & Pastry $135.88
Coffee $50.00 Taxes $250.00
Van $206.50 AA $40.00
Bread & Pastry $196.01 Coffee $72.50
E. Roosevelt Event $256.00 Miscellaneous $25.00
Taxes $100.00 Van $256.00
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AA $40.00 Bread & Pastry $161.90
Civil War Roundtable $150.00 FOYCOA $294.30
Van $224.02 Bread & Pastry $29.00
Calmer Choice $305.00 Van $20.00
AA $40.00 Memorial $25.00
Van $55.00 AA $40.00
Coffee $128.00 Memorial $150.00
Miscellaneous $140.00 Taxes $25.00
Van $230.00 Memorial $25.00
SUTS $40.00 Van $340.00
FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Finance Committee completed 2018 and headed into 2019 with some significant changes in
the makeup of the Committee as well as some compounding financial challenges to the Town.
Joe Goldstein voluntarily stepped down as Chairman and Ken Mudie was elected unanimously
as the new Chairman. Nathan Ladley was unanimously reelected as Vice Chair. Sean Hanlon
resigned from the Committee and was replaced by Brian Gardiner, a lifelong Yarmouth resident
and local investment advisor for a national firm. Robert Ciavarra was elected as Finance’s
representative on the Capital Budget Committee.
The 2018 changes brought with them several differences from the past few years. Town
Administration, led by Dan Knapik and Chris Dwelley, have assumed leadership roles in
working with the Committee after several years of excellent support from Ed Senteio. Linda
Dennehy has been a breath of fresh air in terms of helping with the organization and
communication of the Committee.
The Committee has worked with Town Administration to take a broader view of the Operating
Budget by requesting updates prior to “budget season” on several focus areas (Police, Golf, and
DPW). In addition, the Committee engaged in meetings with Dave Young of the DHY
Wastewater project. As the budget season commenced, the Committee attempted to address high
level subjects and requested Department Heads to present just once even if issues lingered. This
was a shift to placing more transparent accountability on report-outs from Dan and Chris. The
Committee is very pleased with that shift in communication.
From an overall financial standpoint, the Town enjoys a favorable and advantageous debt ratio,
solid and consistent stabilization contributions, improving OPEB obligations, and a favorable
Free Cash balance this year.
Longer term , the Committee recognizes the future strain from the school budget and capital
expenditures, new DPW building, DHY Wastewater, Vineyard Wind uncertainties, and legal
costs, police overtime, and other future Town service and infrastructure needs such as the
Library. All Finance decisions are predicated on the longer term impacts. They are substantial
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and possibly unprecedented. We are very cognizant of the future implications to the Town of
decisions made in the upcoming year.
The Committee has also attempted to become more visible in the Town all while working closely
with Administration and the Board of Selectmen. The Finance Committee took an official
position on the December 4th Middle School ballot and has also taken a written position with the
D-Y School Committee on the Regional School Agreement. Our goal is to become even more
visible on Town financial matters as representatives in an advisory role to the citizens of
Yarmouth.
The Yarmouth Finance Committee,
Kenneth Mudie, Chairman
Jessica Norwood
Brian Gardiner
Jack Moylan
Joseph Goldstein
Robert Ciavarra
Nathan Ladley
CAPITAL BUDGET COMMITTEE
Appointed by the Finance Committee, the Capital Budget Committee is charged with reviewing
the capital improvement plan as submitted by the Town Administrator. The capital improvement
plan described below was presented at a hearing before the Board of Selectmen in February and
pertains to fiscal years 2019 through 2028. It includes all capital projects funded from
borrowing, free cash, enterprise funds, fire reserves, grants, and other funding sources. Staff
support was provided by the Municipal Operations Director, Shawn MacInnes.
COMMITTEE METHODOLOGY
There are two criteria for a project to be included for review by the Capital Budget Committee: a
minimum value of $10,000 and a useful life of at least five years. The preparation of the plan
begins with each division and department head submitting their requests ranked in priority order.
Committee members are designated as liaisons to meet with each division and department head,
at which time detailed justifications are presented, including additional data and visual
inspections of equipment. The Committee meets regularly from September through March to
review the requests prior to voting its recommendations. The Committee has considered each
and every capital item recommended for funding at the annual town meeting and we are
confident that all of them are legitimate and deserving of our support as taxpayers.
FY2019 HIGHLIGHTS
The Capital Budget Committee completed an evaluation of all of the requests for routine capital
improvements and recommended expenditures of $1,303,000. They also recommended
allocating $197,000 to increase the Capital Stabilization Fund, which can be used to offset
expenses required for unexpected and unplanned needs.
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Detailed information on the Town’s capital improvement plan can be found in a report generated
in April of each year. The report for FY2019 – FY2028 can be found on the Capital Budget
Committee page of the website.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Fife, Chair
Judy Connors Tarver
Ken Mudie Finance Committee Representative
Joanne Crowley, Vice Chairman, Planning Board Representative
Kathe Hyslop
Curt Sears
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
2018 was another year of challenges for the Town of Yarmouth. We began 2018 with significant
flood damage to Town Hall that occurred over the New Year’s Day holiday, which resulted in
staff offices being relocated and major renovations being necessitated, which are still ongoing
late into 2018. The staff and the Town weathered through the snow, wind and rain storms of
March, with many flooding and wind-related damages occurring throughout the Town. On April
12th, one of the darkest days in Town history occurred with the murder of Yarmouth Police
Sergeant Sean Gannon. The pain and sorrow was felt by, and shared with, all the residents of
Yarmouth, as well as residents of all of Cape Cod and the Commonwealth.
Building on the staff restructuring which began in 2017, 2018 was a year to work on strategic
relationships that will be needed to achieve our Town goals: specifically, the Dennis-Harwich-
Yarmouth Clean Water Initiative (DHY); the town of Barnstable whose staff we are now in
active engagement with on a number of issues of importance to both Towns; Bridgewater State
University (BSU); Open Cape, Cape Light Compact and Cape and Vineyard Electric; Yarmouth
Chamber of Commerce; and the Cultural Center - all stand out as relationships that have been
either warmed up or are newly created and that are of great importance to the Town with many
areas of common interest.
The Town and the Chamber continue to work together to expand economic growth, develop and
redevelop efforts to increase year-round employment, tourism, and quality of life. With 2018,
we had two events programmed at the long dormant “Drive-In” site. These events have given a
new hope for this prime real estate and the year culminated with the plan to develop the site to
allow for additional use such that it can be an asset to the Town for generations to come. In
addition, preliminary meetings with the Chamber and BSU related to a more robust BSU
presence in Town were started and may lead to an exciting future for the former McArthur
School.
The DHY and Barnstable Partnerships evolved from the common notion that the Mid-Cape
region should work together to provide a long-term solution to the nitrogen problem that plagues
our shared watersheds. Regional partnerships can be a powerful tool to obtain a solution to a
very costly problem to remedy. The recently completed University of Massachusetts, Donahue
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Institute report, related to the economic impact that wastewater treatment could provide makes
the case for building the wastewater capacity of the Town. A similar study in Dennis yielded a
foreboding forecast of declining room rentals, loss of jobs, and economic opportunity that has
already occurred due to the inability of the infrastructure to be upgraded. We are presently
heavily engaged in this effort with the main goal of bringing in the needed infrastructure while
being cost effective. Effective wastewater treatment is seen as a significant achievement of the
20th century that has alluded most of the Cape but increasingly is seen as a vital part of a needed
clean water 21st century strategy in order to move our region forward.
With the dawn of the 21st century, it has become apparent that reliable, affordable, high-speed
internet access will be a critical component of successful communities of the future. In the fall
of 2018, we began exploring the possibility of bringing last mile high-speed fiber internet access
to the region. There is much work to be done here, and that will be a big part of 2019. Ensuring
our community is equipped with affordable and reliable high-speed internet access is as
important to the future as were the laying of other public utilities to the growth of the 20th
century economy. Despite the unprecedented challenges to the Town in terms of morale, time,
and financial resources, I believe Town Staff performed to the best of our ability and continued
our mission of providing excellent services to the residents of Yarmouth while at the same time
continuing to move our Town forward for a better tomorrow.
Daniel M. Knapik
Town Administrator
HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources officially became a separate division within the Town Administrator’s
Department with the hiring of the HR Director position in March 2018.
The HR team has taken responsibility for the following functional areas: recruitment and on-
boarding of new employees, benefits administration, compensation, personnel actions,
performance management, organizational development, training and development, employee and
labor relations, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Notable accomplishments included:
• Performed needs assessments, outreach, and internal audits to identify and analyze
strengths, areas of potential risk, and areas of opportunities;
• Improved employee engagement and morale through employee focus groups, employee
celebrations and morale boosters, and internal training and networking opportunities;
• On-boarded more than 20 full-time and part-time employees and approximately 190
seasonal employees;
• Established a formal intern program and hosted 3 interns;
• Successfully renegotiated 4 union contracts; and
• Grants Awarded:
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o $10,000 Safety Grant towards personal protective equipment (PPE) required for
OSHA Compliance; and
o $600 Wellness Grant for 2019 Employee Health and Wellness Initiatives.
We would like to thank our employees, leaders, and the community for their support and for a
great first year! The HR team will be focused on formalizing and implementing a management
training program, establishing additional structure including a full policy review that will ensure
compliance with employment laws and increase efficiency, and continuing to improve employee
engagement & morale in 2019. We are looking forward to a productive year.
Respectfully submitted,
Shana Tyner
Human Resources Director
ELECTED OFFICIALS ~ 2018
SELECTMEN
Norman Holcomb, Chairman 2021
Michael Stone, V Chairman 2019
Tracy Post 2019
Erik Tolley 2021
Mark Forest 2020
DENNIS-YARMOUTH REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE
Andrea St Germain 2020
Joseph Tierney 2021
Phil Morris 2020
Brian Sullivan 2019
MODERATOR
Daniel Horgan 2020
OLD KING'S HIGHWAY REGIONAL
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMITTEE
Richard Gegenwarth, Chairman 2019
Robert Wilkins, V Chairman 2019
John Stuart 2021
Jane Hildebrant 2020
Rosemary Nichols 2021
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Dawn-Marie Flett, Alternate 2019
Judith Recknagel, resigned
YARMOUTH HOUSING AUTHORITY
Maryann Walsh 2020
Bambi Rosario-Wyatt 2023
John Reed 2020
Joe Glynn 2021
COMMITTEES ~ 2018
AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST
Daniel Knapik, Chairman 2019
Robert C. Lawton, V Chairman 2021
Erik Tolley, BOS Rep 2019
Tom Roche, CPC Rep 2019
Nate Small, CHC Rep 2019
Norm Holcomb, BOS former Rep
BARNSTABLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT REPRESENTATIVE
Dr. William Marasco 2020
BOARD OF APPEALS
Steven DeYoung, Chairman 2019
Sean Igoe, V Chairman 2021
Dick Martin 2023
Tom Nickinello 2022
ALTERNATES
Richard Neitz 2019
Gerald Garnick 2019
Doug Campbell 2019
Susan Brita 2019
Tom Baron 2019
BOARD OF ASSESSORS
John Serijan, 2020
Joseph Sullivan 2020
Stephanie Miller 2018
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BOARD OF HEALTH
Hillard Boskey, MD, Chairman 2019
Mary Craig 2020
Charles Holway 2019
Debra Bruinooge 2020
Paul O’Brien 2018
Tanya Daigneault, resigned
BOARD OF HEALTH / INSPECTOR OF ANIMALS
Marilyn McIntyre, Inspector 2018
Karl von Hone, assistant 2018
Bruce Murphy, assistant 2018
Phil Renaud, assistant 2018
Don McIntyre, assistant 2018
Brenda Fellows, assistant 2018
BOARD OF REGISTRARS
Robert Chapman 2020
Sandra Clifford 2019
Rhonda LaFrance 2018
Phil Gaudet, Town Clerk
CAPE COD COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE
Jack McCormack 2020
CAPE COD COMMISSION BIKEWAYS AND
REGIONAL JOINT TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Jeff Colby 2018
CAPE COD WATER PROTECTION COLLABORATIVE
Jeff Colby 2018
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Peter Smith, Chairman 2019
Jack McCormack 2021
Ken Smith 2019
Ryan Castle 2018
Steve O’Neil 2021
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Norman Weare, Planning Bd Rep 2018
Mary Vilbon, Chamber Director 2018
Tom George, resigned
John Barker, resigned
COMMUNITY HOUSING COMMITTEE
Nathan Small, Chairman 2020
Richard Carroll 2020
Donald Sullivan 2020
Susan Christiansen 2020
Lee Hamilton 2020
Loraine Doyle 2020
Tom Baron, Plan Bd rep 2019
Melissa Ellis, resigned
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEE
Gary Ellis, Chairman 2020
Tom Roche, Vice-Chairman 2018
Mary Ann Walsh, Clerk 2019
Dorcas McGurrin 2019
Tom Kelley 2020
Nathan Small 2020
Beverly Bachand 2019
Paul Huggins 2019
Tom Durkin 2018
Heather McElroy 2020
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Rick Bishop, Chairman 2019
Thomas Durkin, Jr, V Chairman 2020
Philip Johnston, Secretary 2020
Ellie Lawrence 2021
Cris Luttazi 2019
Paul Huggins 2020
Megan Schlesinger, resigned
CULTURAL COUNCIL (Mid-Cape)
Rachel Youngling 2019
Barbara Adams 2019
Marilyn Heberling 2019
Mary Taylor 2019
Mark Hopkins 2020
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Donald Knaub 2020
Martha McCulskey 2019
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE
Richard Martin, Chairman 2020
Sara Jane Porter 2020
Charles Adams 2020
Jack McCormack, CEDC Rep 2019
Chris Vincent, Planning Rep 2019
DRIVE-IN SITE UTILIZATION COMMITTEE
James Saben, Chairman
Thomas Roche, V Chairman
David Reid
Jack McCormack
Bud Nugent
Peter Slovak
Rich Bilski
Dave Helberg, resigned
ENERGY COMMITTEE
Joyce Flynn, Chairman 2019
Steve Gavin, V Chm 2019
Bob Palmeri 2020
Steven Krintzman 2020
Sandra Cashen 2021
Michael Duffy 2021
Marilyn Holle 2021
Susan Starkey 2018
Regina Wood 2018
BARNSTABLE COUNTY COMMITTEES:
DREDGING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
HOME CONSORTIUM COMMITTEE
Richard Carroll 2020
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HUMAN RIGHTS COMMITTEE
Pat Armstrong 2019
Robert Isadore, resigned
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Kenneth Mudie, Chairman 2020
Joseph Goldstein 2019
Jack Moylan 2019
Nathan Ladley 2020
Robert Ciavarra 2019
Sean Hanlon 2018
Jessica Norwood 2020
Cathy Romboli, resigned
GOLF ENTERPRISE COMMITTEE
Wayne Kivi, Chairman 2019
Andrew Martin 2020
George Keefe 2018
Kristen Seymour 2020
Ralph Simonds, III 2020
Beverly Arnett 2018
Ellen Chapman 2020
Ted Deckel 2021
Donna McGovern, alternate 2018
James McDermott, alternate 2018
HISTORICAL COMMISSION
Julie Mockabee, Chairman 2020
Frederick Fries, V Chairman 2020
Duncan Oliver 2021
Beverly Bachand 2019
Jack Duggan 2021
Kathe Hyslop, Associate 2019
George Slama, Associate 2019
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE
Joseph Goldstein
Ken Mudie
Sandra Fife
Sue Ripley, Town Collector/Treasurer
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MEMORIAL DAY COMMITTEE
Maureen Tuohy-Bedford
PERSONNEL BOARD
Betty-Jane Burkhardt, Chairman 2018
Tom Nickinello, Vice-Chairman 2018
Sharon Ladley 2020
Alice Bowen 2020
Ken Mudie, FinCom Rep 2019
PLANNING BOARD
Brad Goodwin , Chm 2021
Thomas Roche, V Chm 2020
Joanne Crowley, Clerk 2019
Chris Vincent 2019
Tom Baron 2021
Lee Rowley 2020
Norman Weare 2019
PRECINCT WORKERS
Prect. Name Prect. Name
1 GUERIN, LUCINDA A WARD P1 1 GUERIN, PAUL A
1 JASIE, JEAN C (1) 1 KENNEY, DIANNE
1 LYNCH, MARIE R 1 LYNCH, RICHARD J
1 SIANO, CERITA J CLERK (1)
2 BOUCHARD, MARILYN M 2 CELLI, MARY R
2 COX, MAUREEN L 2 GORMAN, KAREN
2 FLORENCE, C WRD 2 KEITH, JUDY
2 LONERGAN, GEORGE W 2 PIHL, RUTH G. CLERK (2)
2 PROULX, NANCY J 2 PULEO, KAREN F
2 VARROS, MARY C
3 BARCROFT, RALPH 3 CONLEY, MARY
3 HAUTANEN, DAVID CLK P3 3 HEALEY, ROSEMARY WRD P3
3 HOWARD, JOHN H 3 NYE, PATRICIA M
3 ROBINSON, VIRGINIA M 3 SIMON, LINDA B
3 WHELAN, BARBARA A
4 CARPENTER-VASCIK, SARAH 4 DOHERTY, JEAN
4 EMERSON, CAROLE 4 JACKSON, JOANNE T
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4 SHERMAN, PATRICIA 4 SMITH, BEVERLY F
5 CANNIFF, MARIE (5) 5 DESISTO, SHARON A CLK 5
5 DESISTO, PAUL 5 KENDRICK, ROBERT M
5 MACDONALD, BARBARA C 5 NEJAIMEY, NAN E (5)
5 NEJAIMEY, JAMES E WARD (5) 5 SPRAGUE, SHIRLEY
6 CARPENTER, JOYCE B 6 HORNE, GAYLE A
6 BARON, TOM 6 MURRAY, NEIL H
6 REIS, JOAN CLK
7 GRANDER, FRANCES 7 GRIFFIN, PHILOMENA WARD
7 MANCHUK, MADELINE A CLK 7 MARTINELLI, JUDITH
7 O’RIORDAN, PATRICIA 7 O’TOOLE, JAMES B
RECREATION COMMISSION
Matthew Andrews, Chm 2019
Dorcas McGurrin 2019
Debbie Clark 2018
Joshua Medeiros 2020
Steven Sozanski 2019
Dennis Lucier 2020
Paul Deignan 2020
Mary-Ann Agresti, resigned
RECYCLING AND SOLID WASTE ADVISORY
COMMITTEE (RASWAC)
Jill Talladay, Co-Chm 2020
Carol Ewing, Co-Chm 2020
James Cullen 2018
Charlie Spooner 2018
Abbigail Santos 2021
Deb Stetson 2021
Mary Vilbon 2020
Frank Martinez, resigned
Adam Joy, resigned
Laura Hayden, Recording Secretary
SCHOLARSHIP FUND COMMITTEE
Thomas Kerr, Chairman 2020
Sandy Rubenstein 2018
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Kim Pike 2018
Danielle Hayward 2020
Tracy Post, Selectman
Carol Woodbury, School Supt.
VETERANS SERVICE AND BURIAL AGENT
Greg Quilty 2019
WATER RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Curt Sears, Chairman 2020
Lisa Coedy 2020
Renie Hamman 2021
John Deliso 2020
Tom Roche 2020
Lee Rowley, Planning Bd Rep 2019
Tom Durkin, ConCom Rep 2019
Paul O’Bryan, Bd of Health Rep 2019
Charles Holway,
Bd of Health Alt Rep 2019
Rob Angell, resigned
WATERWAYS/SHELLFISH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Robert Churchill, Chairman 2020
Elinor Lawrence 2021
Al Keller 2020
Brad Hall 2021
John Stuart, alternate 2018
John Lee Marchildon, alternate 2018
Karl vonHone, advisor
Conrad Caia, advisor
YARMOUTH LIBRARY BOARD
Susan Loveland, Chairman 2019
Kathryn Basile 2019
Helen Niedermeier 2020
Margaret Clark, MD 2019
Helen Niedermeier 2020
Pam Barton 2021
Jane Garvey 2021
Anastatia Ellis, resigned
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FINANCE COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
CAPITAL BUDGET COMMITTEE
Sandra Fife, Chairman 2018
Judy Connors Tarver 2020
Curt Sears 2019
Kathe Hyslop 2018
Charyn Tietge 2019
Robert Ciavarra, FinCom Rep 2018
Joanne Crowley, Planning Bd Rep 2018
MODERATOR APPOINTMENTS
CAPE COD REGIONAL TECHNICAL
HIGH SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Christine Greeley 2018
John Hannon 2019
CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE
Robert C. Lawton, Jr.
Jim Quirk
Tom George
Chris Greeley
David Reid
Dorcas McGurin
Erik Tolley
TOWN CHARTER APPOINTMENTS
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
Christine Marziglano, Chm 2018
Heather McElroy 2019
Jeffrey Senecal 2017
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TOWN
RECORDS
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REPORT OF THE TOWN CLERK AND BOARD OF REGISTRARS 2018
The Town Clerk’s Office has been reorganized under the Finance Department. The new
organizational structure allows for resource and idea sharing based on proximity. One of the
immediate benefits was the development of a one-stop shop for online payments. Using one user
ID and password a customer can pay for taxes, utility bills, beach/disposal stickers, dog/shellfish
licenses and many more items. There are also notification e-mails that are sent. Stickers for new
vehicles are also supported online where in the past only “as is” renewals could be purchased.
The department is continuing to make strides in streamlining operations and utilizing automation
and digital storage, greatly reducing the need for hard copy retention and reliance on typed
documents. Non-sensitive Clerk’s historical documents have been put online for public access
with more documents planned.
For 2018 the Clerk’s office had four elections and one Town Meeting. The 2018 Annual Town
Meeting was held May 5, 2018. The Annual Town Election was held on May 15, 2018. The
State Primary was held September 4th. State Election was held November 6th. A District
Election was held on December 4. Greater use of the state election hardware and software
enabled a more efficient accounting for absentee ballots and faster compilation of election
results, aiding in reducing overall costs for the process.
Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Prec. 5 Prec. 6 Prec. 7 Total
Active Voters 2,785 2,888 2,431 2,690 2,457 2,563 3,117 18,920
Inactive Voters 49 36 32 35 33 29 25 239
Non- Voters 328 199 192 275 296 202 267 1,759
Total Residents 3,162 3,112 2,793 3,000 2,786 2,794 3,409 20,918
Total Residents:
2016: 21,902
2017: 21,801
2018: 20,918
In December this year our dear colleague Judith Lucier retired after 30 years of service for the
Town. We will always be grateful for her many years of dedication, hard work, and
professionalism. She will be deeply missed.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all department heads, elected officials, election
workers, Town employees and especially my staff, Judith Lucier, Marcia Witherell, Stephanie
Cappello, and Chrissie Hevener for their efforts and cooperation in making the year a successful
one for our office.
Respectfully submitted,
Philip Gaudet
Town Clerk
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2018 BIRTHS, DEATHS AND MARRIAGES
Births are no longer published in the Town Report due to the passing of the Acts and Resolves of
Massachusetts 1991 which prohibits the sale or distribution of the names of children under the
age of seventeen. The total number of births in the Town of Yarmouth in 2018 was 183.
Number of Births
2014 = 161
2015 = 171
2016 = 159
2017 = 197
As recommended by the State Office of Vital Records, only the number of deaths and marriages
recorded in the past year are listed:
Number of Deaths
2014 = 425
2015 = 402
2016 = 416
2017 = 423
2018 = 411
Number of Marriages
2014 = 127
2015 = 131
2016 = 149
2017 = 123
2018 = 133
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ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
MAY 5TH, 2018
Barnstable, ss.
To the Constable of the Town of Yarmouth in the County of Barnstable, Greetings, In the name
of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are hereby directed to notify and warn the
inhabitants of said Town qualified to vote in Town affairs to meet in the Mattacheese Middle
School Building in said Town, Saturday, the 5th day of May 2018 at nine o’clock (9:00 a.m.) in
the morning, then and there to act on the following articles.
Moderator Dan Horgan opened the Annual Town Meeting at 9:22am.
ARTICLE #1: To see if the Town will vote to transfer and appropriate a sum of money to
provide additional funds for the FY2018 operating budget.
Department Request Amount
DPW
Snow and Ice
Golf Operating Loan Amount $61,000
Tracy Post made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move that the Town vote to
transfer from Free Cash and appropriate the following sums: $160,000 for Snow & Ice; $61,000
for Golf Operating budget.
Article 1 passes with the requisite majority.
9:32am
ARTICLE #2: To see what sums of money the Town will vote to raise or transfer from
available funds and appropriate such funds to defray the charges, expenses, salary, and payroll
obligations of the Town, including debt and interest for the ensuing year, to provide for a reserve
fund, and to fix the salaries and compensation for all elected officials of the Town or act on
anything relative thereto.
Code
Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
ELECTED/GENERAL GOVERNMENT
E-1 MODERATOR 480 500 500 500
SELECTMEN
E-2 wages (5 PT) 14,400 15,000 15,000 15,000
E-3 Expense 6,600 6,850 8,524 8,524
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TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
GG-1 wages (5.75 FTE) 378,012 403,709 541,093 541,093
GG-2 Expense 25,094 36,105 45,875 45,875
GG-3 employee increment 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000
GG-4 Contract settlements 50,000 50,000 0 0
GG-5 unemployment compensation 7,614 25,000 25,000 25,000
GG-6 Energy 597,513 823,000 840,450 840,450
GG-7 Legal 86,298 100,000 100,000 100,000
GG-8 bargaining legal 23,901 20,000 20,000 20,000
GG-9 Training 15,125 20,000 19,000 19,000
GG-10 Telephone 86,082 95,000 95,000 95,000
GG-11 general insurance 610,066 644,185 708,612 708,612
FINANCE COMMITTEE
GG-12 Wages 855 1,500 1,500 1,500
GG-13 Reserve 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
CENTRAL PURCHASING
GG-14 Purchasing 91,718 95,895 105,845 105,845
TOTAL WAGES 393,747 420,709 558,093 558,093
TOTAL EXPENSES 1,740,121 2,056,035 2,108,306 2,108,306
TOTAL ELECTED / GEN. GOVT. 2,133,868 2,476,744 2,666,399 2,666,399
Code Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
MUNICIPAL FINANCE
TOWN ACCOUNTANT
MF-1 wages (4 FTE) 326,710 335,005 344,425 344,425
MF-2 Expense 35,746 36,794 36,794 36,794
ASSESSORS
MF-3 wages (4.5 FTE + Seasonal) 273,259 280,782 284,770 284,770
MF-4 Expense 93,896 108,590 108,590 108,590
COLLECTOR/TREASURER
MF-5 wages (6 FTE) 323,754 333,569 338,709 338,709
MF-6 Expense 74,192 85,410 85,410 85,410
MF-7 Medicare 280,145 277,775 292,000 292,000
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MF-8 health insurance 2,078,638 2,455,000 2,703,950 2,703,950
MF-9 retiree health insurance (OPEB) 200,000 371,250 0 0
MF-10 Pension 3,565,448 3,815,030 3,874,544 3,874,544
TOWN CLERK
MF-11 wages (5.5 FTE) 272,285 263,517 264,931 264,931
MF-12 Expense 20,231 22,025 14,675 14,675
ELECTION & REGISTRATION
MF-13 wages (Seasonal) 5,077 5,100 5,100 5,100
MF-14 Expense 51,662 70,750 70,750 70,750
TOTAL WAGES 1,201,085 1,217,973 1,237,935 1,237,935
TOTAL EXPENSES 6,399,958 7,242,624 7,186,713 7,186,713
TOTAL MUNICIPAL FINANCE 7,601,043 8,460,597 8,424,648 8,424,648
Code Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CD-1 wages (8 FTE) 351,090 377,284 381,657 381,657
CD-2 Expense 26,233 31,525 31,025 31,025
TOTAL WAGES 351,090 377,284 381,657 381,657
TOTAL EXPENSES 26,233 31,525 31,025 31,025
TOTAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 377,323 408,809 412,682 412,682
Code Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
COMMUNITY SERVICES
GENERAL LIBRARY
CS-1 wages (14 FTE) 541,186 570,021 582,263 582,263
CS-2 Expenses 196,948 199,795 199,795 199,795
NATURAL RESOURCES
CS-3 wages (8 FTE + Seasonal) 591,213 613,844 621,630 621,630
CS-4 Expense 103,249 140,923 144,046 144,046
SENIOR SERVICES
CS-5 wages (7.3 FTE) 292,359 292,635 318,057 318,057
CS-6 Expense 90,401 80,309 95,221 95,221
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RECREATION
CS-7 wages (2 FTE + Seasonal) 386,335 404,131 319,748 319,748
CS-8 Expense 45,903 38,667 38,667 38,667
CS-9 Recreation Offset Wages (2 FTE) 351,120 376,384 391,000 391,000
CS-10 Recreation Offset Expenses 138,406 151,000 157,000 157,000
TOTAL WAGES 2,162,213 2,257,015 2,232,698 2,232,698
TOTAL EXPENSES 574,907 610,694 634,729 634,729
TOTAL COMMUNITY SERVICES 2,737,120 2,867,709 2,867,427 2,867,427
Code
Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
PUBLIC SAFETY
POLICE
overtime in wages line-item (937,268) (863,402) (834,411) (834,411)
PS-1 wages (75 FTE + reserves) 6,770,256 6,890,264 6,837,664 6,837,664
PS-2 Training 105,799 100,000 100,000 100,000
PS-3 proactive anti-crime team 85,294 100,000 100,000 100,000
PS-4 Expense 217,787 217,804 215,804 215,804
FIRE
PS-5 overtime in wages line-item (1,203,634) (1,223,583) (1,022,503) (1,022,503)
PS-6 wages (67 FTE + call FF) 6,140,094 6,424,148 6,734,599 6,734,599
PS-7 Training 87,746 100,000 100,000 100,000
PS-8 Expense 482,769 486,191 486,191 486,191
TOTAL WAGES 13,189,189 13,614,412 13,872,263 13,872,263
TOTAL EXPENSES 700,556 703,995 701,995 701,995
TOTAL PUBLIC SAFETY 13,889,745 14,318,407 14,574,258 14,574,258
Code Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
MUNICIPAL INSPECTIONS
BUILDING INSPECTOR
MI-1 wages (8 FTE) 439,864 481,157 486,574 486,574
MI-2 Expense 34,570 34,585 39,134 39,134
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BOARD OF HEALTH
MI-3 wages (7 FTE) 437,414 446,171 458,218 458,218
MI-4 Expense 24,523 36,192 30,004 30,004
MI-5 Human Services 57,912 59,364 66,170 66,170
MI-6 Veterans – expenses 158,231 207,926 207,926 207,926
TOTAL WAGES 877,278 927,328 944,792 944,792
TOTAL EXPENSES 275,236 338,067 343,234 343,234
TOTAL MUNICIPAL INSPECTIONS 1,152,514 1,265,395 1,288,026 1,288,026
Code Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
MO-1 wages (4 FTE) 301,420 306,853 376,331 376,331
MO-2 Expense 274,622 268,423 256,757 256,757
TOTAL WAGES 301,420 306,853 376,331 376,331
TOTAL EXPENSES 274,622 268,423 256,757 256,757
TOTAL MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS 576,042 575,276 633,088 633,088
Code
Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
PUBLIC WORKS
ADMINISTRATION/ENGINEERING
PW-1 wages (3 FTE) 240,890 235,633 225,820 225,820
PW-2 Expenses 44,383 61,403 61,403 61,403
HIGHWAY
PW-3 wages (14 FTE) 728,060 734,368 775,147 775,147
PW-4 expense 150,681 152,292 152,292 152,292
PW-5 Tree expense 8,050 10,200 10,200 10,200
PW-6 greenhead fly 2,200 2,200 2,700 2,700
SNOW & ICE
PW-7 wages (overtime) 81,243 41,000 41,000 41,000
PW-8 Expense 276,046 156,100 156,100 156,100
FACILITIES
PW-9 wages (2.5 FTE) 127,486 154,543 165,017 165,017
PW-10 Expense 143,406 111,286 111,286 111,286
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SANITATION
PW-11 wages (11.3 FTE) 601,867 575,290 550,511 550,511
PW-12 Expense 2,319,571 2,426,284 2,437,398 2,437,398
PARKS
PW-13 wages (6 FTE + Seasonal) 404,534 433,885 478,770 478,770
PW-14 Expense 121,303 127,179 143,674 143,674
CEMETERY
PW-15 wages (2 FTE + Seasonal) 123,500 144,121 145,744 145,744
PW-16 Expense 30,877 40,374 40,374 40,374
TOTAL WAGES 2,307,580 2,318,840 2,382,009 2,382,009
TOTAL EXPENSES 3,096,517 3,087,318 3,115,427 3,115,427
TOTAL PUBLIC WORKS 5,404,097 5,406,158 5,497,436 5,497,436
Code
Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
DEBT SERVICE
DS-1 Regular Debt 665,097 516,380 325,758 325,758
DS-2 Exempt Debt 1,297,031 1,247,127 1,003,759 1,003,759
TOTAL Debt 1,962,128 1,763,507 1,329,517 1,329,517
Town Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
Fincom
FY19
GRAND TOTAL WAGES (all Depts) 20,783,602 21,391,375 21,985,778 21,985,778
GRAND TOTAL EXPENSES (all Depts) 15,050,278 15,679,582 15,707,703 15,707,703
GRAND TOTAL Article 2 35,833,880 37,070,957 37,693,481 37,693,481
ARTICLE #3: To see what sums of money the Town will vote to raise, appropriate, or transfer
from available funds to fund the operating budget of the Golf Enterprise, or take any other action
thereon:
Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
GOLF
Wages (16 FTE + Seasonal) 1,402,265 1,564,008 1,493,041
Expense 2,095,433 2,315,434 2,237,599
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Total Golf Enterprise Operating Budget 3,497,698 3,861,442 3,730,640
Funded from Golf Enterprise Revenues 3,354,585 3,668,500 3,366,600
Funded from General Fund – Free Cash 364,040
Funded from Golf Enterprise Retained Earnings* 143,113 192,942 0
Total Golf Enterprise Funding 3,497,698 3,861,442 3,730,640
* Golf Enterprise reserves/retained earnings is $98,076 as of 7/1/2017
Tracy Post made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 3 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 3 passes with the requisite majority
9:56am
ARTICLE #4: To see what sums of money the Town will vote to raise, appropriate or transfer
from available funds to fund the operating budget of the Water Department for the purpose set
forth in the Acts of 1928, Chapter 146, or under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 41,
Section 69B, or to take any other action thereon:
Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
WATER
Wages (23.8 FTE) 1,268,954 1,557,863 1,493,988
Expense 1,642,733 1,702,728 2,031,453
Costs Appropriated in the General Fund 344,398 344,938 353,000
Total Water Department Operating Budget 3,256,085 3,605,529 3,878,441
Funded from Water Department Revenues* 5,044,401 3,605,529 3,878,441
Total Water Department Funding 5,044,401 3,605,529 3,878,441
* Water Special Revenue Fund reserves is $3,949,147 as of 7/1/2017.
Tracy Post made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 4 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 4 carries with the requisite majority
9:58am
ARTICLE #5: To see what sums of money the Town will vote to raise, appropriate or transfer
from available funds to fund the operating budget of the Septage Enterprise, or take any other
action thereon:
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Actual
FY17
Budget
FY18
Request
FY19
SEPTAGE ENTERPRISE
Wages (.81 FTE) 19,047 45,672 62,968
Expense 1,706,782 1,830,126 1,911,162
Costs Appropriated in the General Fund 114,101 114,101 114,101
Total Septage Enterprise Operating Budget 1,839,930 1,989,899 2,088,231
Funded from Septage Enterprise Revenues 2,672,820 1,989,899 2,088,231
Funded from Septage Enterprise Retained Earnings* 0
Total Septage Enterprise Funding 2,672,820 1,989,899 2,088,231
* Septage Enterprise reserves/retained earnings is $2,176,562 as of 7/1/2017
Tracy Post made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 5 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 5 passes unanimously
9:59 am
ARTICLE #6: To see if the Town will vote to raise or transfer from available funds and
appropriate a sum of money to fund the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District budget for
fiscal year 2019 and to see whether such sum shall be raised by taxation, transferred from
available funds, and/or be subject to an override of Proposition 2 ½ under M.G.L. c. 59, s.
21C(g).
Actual FY17 Actual FY18 Certified FY19
$30,574,191 $31,882,789 $34,240,112
Tracy Post made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move that the town raise and
appropriate $33,426,707 to fund its assessed share of the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School
District Budget for fiscal year 2019; and that it raise and appropriate an additional $546,767 to
fully fund the assessment and thereby approve the district's budget for the fiscal year, provided
however that such additional appropriation shall be contingent on the approval of a proposition 2
½ levy limit override under G.L. c. 59, s. 21C(g).
A citizen made a motion that was duly made and seconded to amend the original amount to raise
and appropriate 33,973,474.
The amendment carries by the requisite majority.
A motion was made by Tracy Post and duly made and seconded to amend the additional
$546,767 subject that a fully fund the assessment and thereby approve the district’s budget for
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the fiscal year, provided however the additional appropriation shall be contingent on the approval
of a proposition 2 ½ levy limit override under GL c 59 s 21c.
Passes by a requisite majority 11:20am
ARTICLE #7: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the following amounts to
fund the Town of Yarmouth’s share of the Cape Cod Regional Technical High School District
budget for fiscal year 2017:
Tracy Post made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 7 as printed in the
warrant with the following amendment changing fiscal year 2017 to fiscal year 2019
Article 7 carries with the requisite majority
11:31am
ARTICLE #8: To see what sums of money the Town will vote to raise, or transfer from
available funds, and appropriate to purchase and equip the following goods and services, or take
any other action thereon:
Division/Department Item/Project Recommended
(N)=New, (R)=Replacement, (M)=Maintenance
Routine Capital Budget from Tax Levy
Division/Department Item/Project Amount
Natural Resources Shellfish Propagation Upwellers (R) 38,000
Natural Resources Waterways Dredging (all areas) (M) 75,000
Natural Resources Solar Pond Aeration Systems (N) 38,000
Facilities 2018 Utility Body F350 (with snow plow) (R) 60,000
Facilities YPD HVAC mech. louver system replacement (M) 60,000
Facilities Replace carpeting West Yarmouth Library (M) 20,000
Facilities Town Hall Lower Level Improvements (N) 85,000
Facilities Senior Center sidewall shingles (M) 30,000
Facilities Senior Center Ceiling tile replacement (M) 30,000
Waste Management (2) Commingle Compactors w/cans (R) 62,000
Waste Management License Plate Reader at Disposal Area (N) 30,000
Police Police Vehicles with ancillary equipment (R) 180,000
Police Tactical Body Armor System (R) 35,000
Police Communications Equipment upgrade (R) 255,000
Park F350 Ford SRW Pick-up with Plow (R) 60,000
Actual FY17 Actual FY18 Certified FY19
$2,694,877 $2,645,675 $2,341,152
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Park Repair of Seagull Beach Handicapped Decking (M) 70,000
D-Y Schools ME Small Roof Repair (M) 40,000
Information Technology LaserFiche Weblink (N) 30,000
Information Technology Munis Time & Attendance (R) 90,000
Municipal Operations Renewable Energy Initiatives (N) 15,000
Subtotal from Tax Levy 1,303,000
Roadway Improvements from Tax Levy
Highway Roadway Improvements (M) 1,244,550
DPW Engineering Storm water Improvements (M) 200,000
Subtotal Roadway Improvements from Tax Levy 1,444,550
Waste Manage Capital from Recycling Fund
Waste Management Roll Off Truck (R) 200,000
Subtotal Roadway Improvements from Recycling Fund 200,000
Fire Department Routine Capital From Fire Receipts Reserved for Appropriation Fund
Fire Tower Ladder 41 Refurbishment (M) 375,000
Fire Replace 37 AED's (Automatic External Defibrillators)
(R)
65,000
Fire Replace Portable and Mobile Radios (R) 25,000
Fire Replace Rescue Dive Equipment (R) 10,000
Total Fire Department Capital Requests 475,000
GRAND TOTAL ARTICLE 8 APPROPRIATION 3,422,550
Amount Funded From Fire Receipts Reserved For Appropriation 475,000
Amount Funded from Recycling Fund 200,000
Amount Funded From Tax Levy 2,747,550
TOTAL ARTICLE 8 FUNDING SOURCES 3,422,550
Selectmen Recommend (5-0)
Finance Committee Recommends (5-0) (Board of Selectmen)
Erik Tolley made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 8 as printed in the
warrant and to fund such an article:
• Transfer and appropriate from Fire Reserve for Appropriation the sum of $475,000;
• Transfer and appropriate from the Recycling Fund the sum of $200,000;
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• Raise and appropriate the sum of $2,747,550;
• For a total appropriation of $3,422,550.
Article 8 passes with the requisite majority.
11:34am
ARTICLE #9: To see if the Town will vote to raise, appropriate, and transfer from available
funds in the DPW Water Division Water Fund balance, a sum of funds for capital expenses of
the water department, pursuant to the Acts of 1928, Chapter 146, or under Mass. General Laws,
Chapter 41, Section 69B, as follows:
Water Department Capital from Water Fund Balance
Water Vehicle Conditioning (M) 60,000
Water Well Development (M) 156,060
Water Facilities Improvement (M) 552,600
Water Water Tank Painting (M) 760,000
Water Production / Distribution 252,000
Water Production System Hardware 197,000
Total Water Department Capital Requests 1,977,660
Erik Tolley made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 9 as printed in the
warrant and to fund such an article:
Transfer and appropriate from Water Department undesignated fund balance the sum of
$1,977,660.
Article 9 Passes unanimously 11:40am
ARTICLE #10: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate an amount of money to
pay for salary and wage adjustments for FY19 as a result of the settlement of collective
bargaining agreements and for non-union personnel.
Erik Tolley made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move that the town raise and
appropriate $325,000 for salary and wage adjustments for Fiscal Year 2019 to fund collective
bargaining agreements settled or to be settled.
Article 10 passes unanimously 11:42am
ARTICLE #11: To see if the Town will vote to transfer $2,077,057from Free Cash and
$185,943 from unspent General Fund articles for a total of $2,263,000, and appropriate these
sums for the following amounts and purposes indicated, or act on anything relative thereto:
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Item / Project Recommended
Accounts Payable Invoice Entry Automation (FC) 80,000
Carpet and Duct Cleaning (FC) 25,000
Combined Dispatch (FC) 100,000
DPW Facility Design and Engineering (FC and Unspent Articles) 1,400,000
Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations (FC) 24,000
Electronic Town Meeting Voting (FC) 20,000
Information Technology Application Improvements (FC) 45,000
Police and Fire Medical (FC) 30,000
Police Department Security Fencing (FC) 7,000
Police Department Social Worker (FC) 20,000
Scanning (FC) 50,000
Transfer to Other Post-Employment Benefits Liability (OPEB) 192,000
Tree Program (FC) 20,000
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance (FC) 50,000
Wastewater Planning (FC) 200,000
Total 2,263,000*
* Includes $364,040 golf appropriation as listed in Article 3.
Erik Tolley made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 11 as printed in the
warrant and to fund such an article:
• From Free Cash in the sum of $2,077,057;
• From unspent articles (Cemetery Article 8 Line 24 of the 2016 Annual Town Meeting
and Stretcher Article 11, line 6 of the 2017 Annual Town Meeting) in the sum of
$185,943;
• For a total appropriation of $2,243,000.
A citizen made a motion that was duly made and seconded to strike electronic town meeting
voting ($20K). Carries unanimously.
Article 11 as amended, removing $20,000 for electronic voting carries unanimously. 11:56am
ARTICLE #12: To see if the Town will vote to raise, appropriate, or transfer from available
funds a sum of funds to the Capital Stabilization Fund authorized by this Article, or to act on
anything relative thereto.
Erik Tolley made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 12 and fund such
an article:
• Transfer and appropriate from Free Cash the sum of $362,712;
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• Raise and appropriate the sum of $180,346;
• For a total appropriation of $543,058.
Joe Goldstein made a motion that was duly made and seconded to add $20,000 to Article 12.
Carried by the requisite majority
Article 12 as amended carries by the requisite majority.
12:03pm
ARTICLE #13: To see if the Town will vote to raise, appropriate, or transfer from available
funds for a total of $150,000 to the Stabilization Fund authorized by this Article, or to act on
anything relative thereto.
Selectmen Recommend (5-0)
Finance Committee Recommends (5-0) (Board of Selectmen)
Erik Tolley made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 13 as printed in the
warrant and to fund such an article:
• Transfer and appropriate from Free Cash the sum of $362,712;
• Raise and appropriate the sum of $180,346;
• For a total appropriation of $543,058.
Article 13 carries unanimously
12:05pm
ARTICLE #14: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate $398,311 to fund the
Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund as authorized by Chapter 338 of the Acts of 2006, or take
any other action relative thereto.
Erik Tolley made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 14 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 14 carries unanimously
12:08pm
ARTICLE #15: ARTICLE WITHDRAWN
Selectmen Recommend ( - )
Finance Committee Recommends ( - ) (Board of Selectmen)
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ARTICLE #16: To see if the Town will vote pursuant to the provisions of General Laws
Chapter 60, §3D, to adopt a fund to defray the real estate taxes of low-income elderly and
disabled persons. Said adjustments to be effective for exemptions granted for any fiscal year
beginning on or after July 1, 2018, or take any other action relating thereto.
Submitted by the Board of Assessors
Norm Holcomb made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 16 as printed
in the warrant.
Article 16 carries unanimously
12:10pm
ARTICLE #17: ARTICLE WITHDRAWN
Selectmen Recommend ( - )
Finance Committee Recommends ( - ) (Board of Assessors)
ARTICLE #18: To see if the Town will vote to appropriate the following sums of money from
the FY19 estimated annual revenues of the Yarmouth Community Preservation Act Fund as
required by G.L. c.149, §298 of the Acts of 2004.
Appropriation FY19
Community Housing Reserve $ 210,000
Open Space Reserve $ 210,000
Historic Preservation Reserve $ 210,000
Operating Expenses $ 98,000
Selectmen Recommend (5-0)
Finance Committee Recommends (5-0) (Community Preservation Committee)
Mr Ellis made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 18 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 18 carries unanimously
12:15pm
ARTICLE #19: To see if the Town will vote to transfer and appropriate for community housing
purposes the sum of $288,500 by transfer of $230,000 from the Community Preservation Act
Housing Reserve and $58,500 from the Undesignated Reserve to the Town of Yarmouth
Municipal Affordable Housing Trust created under G.L. c.44, §55C to create, preserve, and
support affordable housing at or below 80% of the Area Median Income.
Tom Roche made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 19 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 19 carries unanimously
12:16pm
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ARTICLE #20: To see if the Town will vote to transfer and appropriate for community
housing purposes the sum of $118,000 from the Community Preservation Act Undesignated
Reserve to the Harwich Ecumenical Council for Housing Inc., a non-profit organization, for a
program to preserve homes with repairs for income-eligible homeowners.
Mr. Small made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 20 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 20 carries unanimously
12:18pm
ARTICLE #21: To see if the Town will vote to transfer and appropriate the following sums of money
from the Community Preservation Act Historic Reserve for the following purposes:
Item Appropriate To Purpose Amount and
CPA Funding Source
Total
A
Yarmouth
Library
Association
Window replacement at the
Yarmouth Port Library. $94,016 Historic $94,016
B
Yarmouth
Libraries
Digitization of the Register and
Barnstable Patriot Newspapers. $78,024 Historic
$
78,024
TOTAL
$
172,040
Tom Roche made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 21 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 21 carries unanimously
12:20pm
ARTICLE #22: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to acquire by
purchase, gift, eminent domain, or otherwise for conservation, open space and passive recreation
purposes, for the general public, consistent with the provisions of Mass. Gen. Laws, c. 40, §8C,
310 C.M.R. 22.00, and Article 97 of the Amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts, the land situated in the Town of Yarmouth, Massachusetts, consisting of a
parcel of land located at 275 Route 28, and described as follows: 1.35 acres, more or less,
together with all rights and easements and subject to rights and easements of record, the property
located at 275 Route 28, known as the “Yankee Village Motel”; and which is identified on
Assessor’s Map 37, Lot 60; the parcel is described in a deed recorded on July 2, 1973 in Book
1889, Page 288 at the Barnstable County Registry of Deeds; and to appropriate $975,000. from
the Community Preservation Act Open Space Reserve, or any other sum, for said acquisition and
site improvements; pursuant to the provisions of ch. 149, §298 of the Acts of 2004, as amended
by c. 352, §§129-133 of the Acts of 2004, the so-called Community Preservation Act; to
authorize the Board of Selectmen to apply for, accept and expend any funds which may be
provided by the Commonwealth or other public or private source to defray a portion or all of the
costs of acquiring this property, including but not limited to funding under the Self-Help Act,
General Laws, c. 132A, &11, and/or the Federal Land & Water Conservation Fund, P.L. 88-568,
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78 Stat 897; to authorize the Board of Selectmen to grant to a governmental agency or non-profit
organization, for no consideration, a perpetual Conservation Restriction, pursuant to the
provisions of General Laws, c. 184, §31 through §33, limiting the use of the property to the
purpose for which it was acquired, to be recorded at the time of closing or within a reasonable
amount of time thereafter; to authorize the Conservation Commission to assume the care,
custody, control and management of the property; and to authorize the Board of Selectmen and
Conservation Commission to enter into all agreements and execute any and all instruments as
may be necessary on behalf of the municipality to affect this purchase and obtain reimbursement
funding to be returned to the Community Preservation Act Fund, or to take any other action
relative thereto.
2/3 Vote Required
Tom Durkin made and motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 22 as printed in
the warrant and to amend line 10 by inserting the amount of $975,000. This article is to be
funded by CPA Open Space Reserve.
Article 22 carries with the requisite 2/3 majority.
12:42pm
ARTICLE #23: To see if the Town will vote to transfer and appropriate the following sums of money
from the Community Preservation Act FY19 Estimated Receipts to the Town of Yarmouth Parks,
Recreation, and Cemetery Department for the following recreational purposes:
Dorcas McGurrin made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 23 as printed
in the warrant and to fund such article through FY19 estimated receipts.
Article 23 carries by the requisite majority.
ARTICLE 24: ARTICLE WITHDRAWN
Selectmen Recommend ( - )
Finance Committee Recommends ( - ) (Community Preservation Committee)
ARTICLE 25: To see if the Town will vote to amend the Town of Yarmouth General Bylaws
to delete, Chapter 113 – Marijuana, in its entirety and replace with a new Chapter 113,
Item Appropriate To Purpose Amount and
CPA Funding Source
Total
A
Park, Recreation,
and Cemetery
Dept.
Flax Pond Recreation Area Phase
III for new pickle ball courts. $275,000 Undesignated $275,000
B
Park, Recreation,
and Cemetery
Dept.
Design and engineering of the
Sandy Pond Recreation Area
located at 482 Buck Island Road in
West Yarmouth. $ 275,000 Undesignated $275,000
TOTAL $550,000
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Marijuana, which would prohibit public consumption of marijuana in the Town of Yarmouth as
is consistent with MGL c. 94G, or take any other action relative thereto, as follows:
§ 113-1. Use of marijuana in public.
No person shall smoke, ingest or otherwise consume marijuana or tetrahydrocannabinol (as
defined in MGL c. 94C, § 1, as amended) while in or upon any street, sidewalk, public way,
footway, passageway, stairs, bridge, park, playground, beach, recreation area, boat landing,
public building, schoolhouse, school grounds, cemetery, parking lot, or any area owned or under
the control of the Town of Yarmouth or the Dennis Yarmouth Regional School District; or in or
upon any bus or other passenger conveyance operated by a common carrier; or in any place
accessible to the public, unless duly licensed by the Cannabis Control Commission and the Town
of Yarmouth pursuant to MGL c. 94G, as amended.
§ 113-2. Name, address and date of birth to be provided.
Upon request by any duly sworn police officer, any person charged with violating this chapter
shall provide his or her true name, address and date of birth.
§ 113-3. Violations and penalties.
Any person violating this chapter shall be punished by a fine of $300. Any marijuana or
tetrahydrocannabinol found by a law enforcement officer in the enforcement of this chapter shall
be seized and disposed of in accordance with law. Any penalty imposed under this chapter shall
be in addition to any civil penalty imposed under MGL c. 94C, § 32L and 94G, § 13.
§ 113-4. Severability.
The provisions of this chapter are severable. If a word, phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph,
subsection, section, or other provision is determined to be invalid or it is determined that the
application of any part of the provision to any person or circumstance is invalid, the remaining
provisions and the application of those provisions to other persons or circumstances are not
affected by that decision.
Mike Stone made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 25 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 25 passes with the requisite majority
1:26pm
ARTICLE 26: To see if the Town will vote to amend the Town of Yarmouth General Bylaws
by adding a new Chapter 146, Marijuana Establishments that would provide as follows, or take
any action thereto:
Chapter 146 – Marijuana Establishments
§ 146-1 Marijuana Establishments Prohibited
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Consistent with G.L. c. 94G, § 3(a)(2), “marijuana establishments” as defined in G.L. c. 94G, § 1
shall be prohibited within the Town of Yarmouth.
§ 146-2 Enforcement
This By-law may be enforced through any lawful means in law or in equity including, but not
limited to, enforcement by criminal indictment or complaint pursuant to Massachusetts General
Laws Chapter 40, section 21, as amended, or by noncriminal disposition pursuant to
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40, section 21D, as amended, by the Board of Selectmen,
the Town Administrator, or their duly authorized agents, or any police officer.
§ 146-3 Penalty.
The fine for violation of this By-law shall be $300.00 for each offense.
Mike Stone made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 25 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 26 passes with the requisite majority.
1:44pm
ARTICLE 27: To see if the Town will vote to amend the Town of Yarmouth General By-laws,
by adding the following chapter, or take any action thereto:
Chapter 146. Marijuana Establishments License
§ 146-1. Marijuana License Required
A. No person shall carry on the business cultivate, process, package, deliver, obtain,
manufacture, process, package, brand, sell or otherwise transfer, or test marijuana or marijuana
products, or otherwise operate a Marijuana Establishment as defined by Massachusetts General
Laws Chapter 94G, but expressly excluding establishments for the consumption on premises, so
called social consumption operations, within the Town unless first duly licensed thereof by the
Board of Selectmen. The omission of regulation of social consumption establishments is not
intended to allow this use, which use has not be authorized by referendum vote at a state
election.
§ 146-2. Limitation on Licenses.
The number of Marijuana Cultivator Licenses issued in the Town of Yarmouth shall be limited
to one (1); the number of Marijuana Retailers Licenses issued in the Town of Yarmouth shall be
limited to one (1); the number of Marijuana Product Testing Facility Licenses issued in the Town
of Yarmouth shall be limited to one (1); the number of Marijuana Manufacturer Licenses issued
in the Town of Yarmouth shall be limited to one (1).
§ 146-3. Prohibited Marijuana Establishments.
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Any other type of licensed Marijuana Establishment not expressly defined as Marijuana
Cultivator, Marijuana Retailer, Marijuana Product Testing Facility, or Marijuana Manufacturer
shall be prohibited.
§ 146-4. Regulations.
A. The Board may adopt reasonable rules and regulations related to the issuance of such licenses,
including the fees to be paid therefore and the conditions to be satisfied by any applicant for such
a license.
§ 146-5. Applications.
Applicants for a license shall file an application on a form by the Board of Selectmen, signed
under the penalties of perjury by the applicant, containing such information as the Board of
Selectmen may reasonably require from time to time. Each applicant shall pay an application fee
as may be reasonably determined from time to time by the Board of Selectmen.
§ 146-6. Hearing.
A. The Board of Selectmen must hold a hearing on the application within 45-days of receipt of a
complete application, with due written notice provided to the applicant of the time, date and
location where such appeal will be heard.
§ 146-7. Decision.
A. The Board of Selectmen may approve, deny or approve the application with conditions. Such
decision shall be based on the evidence taken at the public hearing, consistent with the protection
of the health, safety and welfare of the public, and consistent with the regulations promulgated
by such board.
§ 146-8. Enforcement.
The Board of Selectmen may issue orders as appropriate to aid in the enforcement of this
regulation and may enforce these provisions in equity, including the request for injunctive relief,
in a court of competent jurisdiction. Any failure to comply with any Order issued hereunder
shall result in the issuance of a formal warning. Any failure to comply with such a warning shall
result in a fine of $100.00. Any failure to comply after the issuance of said initial fine may be
punishable by a subsequent fine of $300.00. Each day of a continued non-compliance shall
constitute a separate violation. Further, the Board of Selectmen may hold a hearing, with notice
to the licensee, to determine if such license should be modified, suspended or revoked.
§ 146-9. Nonpayment of Taxes.
A. The licensing authority may deny, revoke or suspend any license or permit, including
renewals and transfers, of any party or agent thereof whose name appears on said list
furnished to the licensing authority from the Town Collector of individuals delinquent
on their taxes and/or water bills.
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B. See §§ 95-1 through 95-5 of this Code for specific language on the effect of
nonpayment of taxes.
§ 146-10. Authority.
A. Home Rule Amendment [art. 89 of the Amendments to the Massachusetts Constitution];
Charter, Chapter 3, Section 3-3, Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 94G, § 3, 935 CMR
500.000.
Mike Stone made a motion that was duly made and seconded to withdraw the article
Article 27 was withdrawn
1:45pm
ARTICLE 28: To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw as follows, or take any
other action relative thereto:
1. Amend Section 202.5 - Use Regulation Table, by adding a new row entitled “R2 Marijuana
Establishments”, as shown:
202.5 Use
Regulation
Table
Res. RS-40 B121 B221 B321 RMDOD44 MU APD AED MOD HMOD1 HMOD2 VC1 VC2 VC3 VC4
R2 Marijuana
Establishments no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no
2. Amend Section 500 – Definitions, by adding a new definition for Marijuana Establishments
as shown:
MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENT – a marijuana cultivator, marijuana testing facility,
marijuana product manufacturer, marijuana retailer or any other type of licensed
marijuana-related business, which shall each have those meanings set forth in MGL c.
94G.
Requires 2/3rds Vote
Mike Stone made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 26 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 28 passes with the requisite 2/3 majority
1:46pm
ARTICLE 29: To see if the Town will vote to amend the Registered Marijuana Dispensaries
bylaw and create a new Marijuana Establishment bylaw by amending various sections of the
Zoning Bylaw, as follows, or take any other action relative thereto:
1. Amend the Zoning Map by replacing the text “Registered Marijuana Dispensary Overlay
District (RMDOD)” with new text “Cannabis Overlay District (COD)” in the Zoning Map
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Key; and by replacing the text “RMDOD” with new text “COD” in table 203.5 – Table of
Dimensional Requirements shown on the Zoning Map.
2. Amend Section 103.3.2 – Applicability (Site Plan Review), by adding new text to the second
to last paragraph as shown:
Projects developing under Section 415 (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries) and Section
417 – Marijuana Establishments are required to go through formal Site Plan Review.
3. Amend Section 103.3.4 – Plans (Site Plan Review), by adding the following sentence at the
end of this section as shown:
Projects developing under Section 417 (Marijuana Establishments) shall provide
supplemental submittal information as required by Section 417.4.
1. Amend Section 103.4.2 – Applicability and Jurisdiction (Design Review), by replacing
the text “and 415” with new text “, 415 and 417” as shown:
103.4.2 Applicability and Jurisdiction. All commercial uses located south of Route 6
and all projects subject to the provisions of Bylaw sections 404, 411, 414, 415 and 417
shall be subject to design review.
2. Amend Section 103.4.4 – Design Review Authority, Paragraph 5, by adding the following
new text as shown:
5. The Design Review Committee shall be the Design Review Authority to review all
projects developing pursuant to Section 415 (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries) and
Section 417 (Marijuana Establishments) for mandatory compliance with the Yarmouth
Architectural and Site Design Standards, as adopted and from time-to-time amended by
the Planning Board.
3. Amend Section 103.4.6 – Procedures (Design Review), by deleting it in its entirety and
replacing it with the following new text as shown:
103.4.6 Procedures. Design Review must precede Site Plan Review. Applicants for
projects submitted in conjunction with Bylaw sections 404 and 411 must submit 13
copies of the architectural building elevations, certified site plan, lighting plans,
landscape plans, and sign plans. Applications for development under Bylaw Section 415
(Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), and Section 417 (Marijuana Establishments),
shall submit 6 copies of the plans outlined above plus supplemental information outlined
in Bylaw Section 415 and Section 417. Applicants for development under the VCOD
shall provide application materials in accordance with Section 414.3.2. Applicants for all
other applicable projects within the Jurisdiction must submit only 6 copies of the site plan
and architectural elevations but are encouraged to submit lighting plans, landscape plans
and sign plans for review. Application materials must be submitted to the Community
Development Department for scheduling with the proper Review Authority.
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7. Amend Section 201.1 - Classes of Districts, by replacing the text “Registered Marijuana
Dispensary Overlay District (RMDOD)” with new text “Cannabis Overlay District (COD)”.
8. Amend Section 201.2 – Zoning Map, by replacing the text “RMDOD” in the first sentence
with new text “COD”.
9. Amend Section 202.5 - Use Regulation Table, by adding a new row entitled “R2 Marijuana
Establishments”, and replacing the text “RMDOD44” in the header column with new text
“COD” as shown:
202.5 Use
Regulation
Table
Res. RS-40 B121 B221 B321 COD MU APD AED MOD HMOD1 HMOD2 VC1 VC2 VC3 VC4
R2 Marijuana
Establishments no no no no no BA44 No no45 no no no no no no no no
10. Amend Section 202.5 – Use Regulation Table Footnotes, by amending Footnote 44 by
replacing the text “RMD Overlay District (RMDOD)” with new text “Cannabis Overlay
District (COD)” and adding new text as shown:
44. Subject to the requirements of Section 415 – Registered Marijuana Dispensaries and
Section 417 – Marijuana Establishments. The Cannabis Overlay District (COD)
applies solely for use code R1 – Registered Marijuana Dispensary and R2 –
Marijuana Establishments. All other uses shall be subject to the underlying zoning.
11. Amend Section 202.5 – Use Regulation Table Footnotes, by amending Footnote 45 by
replacing the text “RMDOD” with new text “COD”.
12. Amend Section 203.5 – Table of Dimensional Requirements, by replacing the text
“RMDOD” with new text “COD”.
13. Amend Section 203.5 – Table of Dimensional Requirements – Notes W, by adding the text
“,and Section 417.5.13 and 417.5.14,” as shown:
W. Refer to Bylaw Sections 415.5.14 and 415.5.15, and Sections 417.5.13 and 417.5.14,
for additional setback requirements to residential zoning districts and certain types of
structures or uses.
14. Amend Section 303.1 Goals and purposes (Signs), by adding a paragraph at the end of
Section 303.1, as shown:
Refer to Section 417.5.9 (Signs) for supplemental sign regulations specific to
development under Section 417 Marijuana Establishments.
15. Amend Section 415.2 – Applicability (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 4, by
replacing the text “Registered Marijuana Dispensary Overlay District (RMDOD)” with new
text “Cannabis Overlay District (COD)”.
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16. Amend Section 415.4 – Design Review and Site Plan Review (Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries), Paragraph 1, by adding new text as shown:
1. Formal Design Review as outlined in Section 103.4 is required and adherence to the
Yarmouth Architectural and Site Design Standards are mandatory. This applies to
existing structures and developed sites, as well as new construction.
17. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 2, by adding new text as
shown:
2. All aspects of cultivation, processing, testing, sales and dispensing of
marijuana shall take place in a fixed location or locations within fully
enclosed buildings that are monitored by surveillance cameras, alarm
systems, and all other security measures in accordance with 105
CMR 725.000 and as deemed appropriate to ensure patron and
community safety and deter unauthorized access to the
premises. If requested by the Yarmouth Police Department, all
surveillance video shall be directly fed to the Yarmouth Police Station
at the expense of the applicant.
18. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 3, by adding new text at the
end of the paragraph as shown:
3. No RMD shall be located inside a building containing any other uses or tenants,
except Registered Marijuana Dispensaries may be located in the same building as
properly licensed and permitted Marijuana Establishments.
19. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 6, by deleting the text “in
excess of” and “cultivation, processing and dispensing at up to two locations as allowed by
105 CMR 725.00” and adding new text as shown:
6. No Registered Marijuana Dispensary located within the Town of Yarmouth shall
have a gross floor area greater than 10,000 square feet, which may include any and
all aspects of an RMD. If a Registered Marijuana Dispensary is co-located with a
Marijuana Establishment, the combined square footage may not exceed 10,000
square feet.
20. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 8, by deleting the text “Fencing
with lockable gates shall be provided around the perimeter of the RMD” and adding new text
as shown:
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8. Landscaping and Lighting: Landscaping and lighting plans shall endeavor to balance
the need for security with aesthetic concerns and impacts to abutting properties and
public ways. Trespass of light at abutting property boundaries shall not exceed 0.1
foot candles, except at driveways, where light may be up to 0.5 foot candles at the
property line adjacent to a roadway. Lighting shall have no undue glare affecting
adjoining properties or roadways. Height of light fixtures shall not exceed 15 feet as
measured from the highest point of the light structure to finished grade. Landscaping
shall adhere to Section 301 (Parking and Loading Requirements), taking into
consideration that trees, bushes, and other foliage outside of the RMD shall not allow
for a person or persons to conceal themselves from sight. If provided, fencing and
gates shall be a maximum of 8’ high, and shall be decorative style wherever viewed
from a public way or abutting property. Style of fencing and gates shall be approved
by the Design Review Committee and Special Permit Granting Authority. Chain link
fencing shall be prohibited wherever visible from the public way or abutting property.
21. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 9, by deleting the text “, plus”
and adding new text as shown:
9. Parking and Loading Requirements: Parking and Loading requirements for RMD
shall adhere to Section 301.5 – Table of Parking Demand, and shall be applicable to
mercantile use for that portion of the floor area designated for sales; Industrial use for
the floor area designated for processing, storage and cultivation of medical marijuana;
and Business use for the floor area designated for testing facilities.
22. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 10c, by deleting the text
“patient” in the first sentence, deleting the text “and”, “identify the building by” and “only”
in the second sentence, and adding new text as shown:
c. The main entrance to the RMD may have one attached wall sign, no larger than four
(4) square feet mounted to the building adjacent to the entrance. A free standing sign
for a RMD shall be no larger than 6 square feet, shall include the DPH Registered
Name and shall include the street number.
23. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 10d, by adding new text as
shown:
d. A RMD shall not display on the exterior of the facility advertisements for marijuana
or any brand name and shall not utilize graphics related to marijuana or paraphernalia
on the exterior of the RMD, or the building in which the RMD is located or on
signage.
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24. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 14, by adding new text as
shown:
14. No RMD shall be located within 100 feet of a residential zoning district, except those
parcels that abut Willow Street where the 100 foot setback shall not apply. This
distance shall be measured in a straight line from the zoning district boundary to the
nearest point of any component of the proposed RMD.
25. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraph 18, by deleting the text
“dispensary agents”, and “registered qualifying patients or their caregivers” and adding new
text as shown:
18. Information regarding the security measures to be implemented to deter and prevent
unauthorized entrances and protect the premises, employees, and customers, shall be
provided to the Yarmouth Police Department, including amendments.
26. Amend Section 415.5 – General Requirements and Conditions for all Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries), Paragraphs 19 and 20, by deleting them in
their entirety.
27. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 2, by deleting the text “both” and “two” and adding text as shown:
2. If an applicant is proposing two or more locations within Yarmouth for their RMD in
accordance with 105 CMR 725.000, information on all locations are required and
shall be submitted as separate Special Permit applications.
28. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 3c, by deleting the text “of the non-profit” at the end of the sentence and adding
new text as shown:
c. Names, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail of officers/owners and of a main
contact person and two back-up contacts.
29. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 3d and 3e, by deleting them in their entirety.
30. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 4a, by replacing the text “Facility” with the new text “facility” and adding new
text as shown:
a. The facility is designed to minimize any adverse visual or economic impacts on
abutters and other parties in interest, as defined in M.G.L. c. 40A, §11;
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31. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 4b, by replacing the text “Facility” with the new text “facility”.
32. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 4e, by deleting it in its entirety.
33. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 4, by adding a new paragraph at the end of this section as shown:
g. The applicant demonstrates that no undue nuisance, hazard or congestion will be
created and that there will be no substantial harm to the established or future
character of the neighborhood or town.
34. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 5, by deleting the text “shall” in the first sentence and adding new text as shown:
5. Annual Review: The SPGA may condition any Special Permit issued under this
Section to require the applicant to schedule a review by the SPGA to demonstrate
compliance with the conditions of the Special Permit and Zoning Bylaw, to provide
documentation of any inspections conducted by the Department of Public Health and
to provide documentation of continued registration of the RMD with the DPH. This
review shall be conducted within 30 days of the anniversary date of the issuance of
the Special Permit and shall be conducted on an annual basis for as long as the RMD
is in operation under the Special Permit, or as directed by the SPGA.
35. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 6, by deleting it in its entirety and replacing with new text as shown:
6. Special Permit Transfer: A Special Permit shall be issued to the owner of the
RMD and shall not transfer with a change in ownership of the business and/or
property.
36. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 7, by deleting the last sentence in its entirety as shown:
7. Discontinuance of Use: The RMD shall notify the Yarmouth Police Department and
the Special Permit Granting Authority in writing within 48 hours of the permit holder
ceasing to operate the RMD or if the permit holder’s registration with DPH expires or
is terminated.
37. Amend Section 415.6 – Special Permit Requirements (Registered Marijuana Dispensaries),
Paragraph 8, by deleting the last two sentences as shown:
8. Special Permit Revocation: Any violation of this Section or conditions of the Special
Permit shall be grounds for revocation.
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38. Delete Section“417 TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENTS
WHICH ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE DEFINITION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA
TREATMENT CENTERS” in its entirety and replace with the following new section “417
MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENTS” as shown:
416 MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENTS
416.1 Purposes:
1. To provide for the establishment of Marijuana Establishments (herein referred to
as “Marijuana Establishment”), in an appropriate location and under specific
conditions, in acknowledgment of the passage of Chapter 334 of the Acts of 2016
- An Act for the Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act, as amended by
Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2017, and codified as Massachusetts General Laws
Chapter 94G, and any and all regulations established by the Cannabis Control
Commission (hereinafter referred to as “CCC”).
2. To minimize and mitigate the adverse impacts of Marijuana Establishments on
adjacent properties, public ways, residential neighborhoods, schools and other
places where children congregate, local historic districts, and other land uses
potentially incompatible with said facilities; by regulating the siting, design,
placement, safety, and monitoring of Marijuana Establishments.
416.2 Applicability:
1. Marijuana Establishments, as defined in G.L. Chapter 94G, shall be permitted in
compliance with the provisions of Section 417, all other Town of Yarmouth
permits and license requirements, and with the proper Licensing of Marijuana
Establishments pursuant to MGL c. 94G, and regulations promulgated by the
CCC.
2. Nothing in Section 417 is intended to regulate or prohibit uses or activities related
to personal use of marijuana in accordance with MGL c. 94G.
3. Marijuana Establishments may only be allowed by Special Permit from the
Special Permit Granting Authority in the Cannabis Overlay District (COD),
provided the facility meets the requirements of this Section 417.
4. If any provision of this Section or the application of any such provision to any
person or circumstance, shall be held invalid, the remainder of this Section, to the
extent it can be given effect, or the application of those provisions to persons or
circumstances other than those to which it is held invalid, shall not be affected
thereby, and to this end the provisions of this Section are severable.
416.3 Special Permit Granting Authority:
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For the purposes of this section, the Special Permit Granting Authority (SPGA) is
designated to be the Zoning Board of Appeals.
416.4 Design Review and Site Plan Review:
1. Formal Design Review as outlined in Section 103.4 is required and adherence to
the Yarmouth Architectural and Site Design Standards are mandatory. This
applies to existing structures and developed sites, as well as new construction.
2. Formal Site Plan Review as outlined in Section 103.3 is required. The Yarmouth
Police Department shall participate in Site Plan Review.
3. In addition to the submittal requirements outlined for Design Review and Site
Plan Review, the applicant shall also submit the following for a Marijuana
Establishment.
a. Detailed floor plan(s) of the premises that identifies the square footage
available and describes the functional areas.
b. Plan showing security measures, including, but not limited to fencing, gates,
lighting and alarms, to ensure personal safety and to protect the premises from
theft.
416.5 General Requirements and Conditions for all Marijuana Establishments.
1. All aspects of Marijuana Establishments (cultivation, testing, product
manufacturing, retail or other type of marijuana related business) shall take place
in a fixed location or locations within fully enclosed buildings that are monitored
by surveillance cameras, alarm systems, and all other security measures in
accordance with CCC regulations deemed appropriate to ensure patron and
community safety and deter unauthorized access to the premises. If requested by
the Yarmouth Police Department, all surveillance video shall be directly fed to the
Yarmouth Police Station at the expense of the applicant.
2. No Marijuana Establishments shall be located inside a building containing any
other uses or tenants, except Marijuana Establishments may be located in the
same building as properly licensed and permitted Registered Marijuana
Dispensaries.
3. If green houses are used for cultivation, curtains shall be utilized to prevent light
pollution and illumination outside the greenhouse from dusk to dawn.
4. Industry Best Management Practices shall be utilized to control odors inside and
outside all types of Marijuana Establishments. No odors from marijuana or its
processing shall be detectable by a person with an unimpaired and otherwise
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normal sense of smell at the exterior of the medical marijuana business or at any
adjoining property or use.
5. No Marijuana Establishments located within the Town of Yarmouth shall have a
gross floor area greater than 10,000 square feet, which may include any or all
aspects of a Marijuana Establishment. If a Marijuana Establishment is co-located
with a Marijuana Dispensary, the combined square footage may not exceed
10,000 square feet.
6. Waste Handling: No composting of waste materials may happen at the Marijuana
Establishment. Outside storage of general solid waste not containing any usable
marijuana shall be screened with a locking fence. Solid waste containing any
usable marijuana will be stored inside a designated, locked, limited access area
located inside a building or structure. Liquid waste from processing or disposal
of marijuana shall not be discharged to surface waters or groundwater or septic
systems.
7. Landscaping and Lighting: Landscaping and lighting plans shall endeavor to
balance the need for security with aesthetic concerns and impacts to abutting
properties and public ways. Trespass of light at abutting property boundaries shall
not exceed 0.1 foot candles, except at driveways, where the light may be up to 0.5
foot candles at the property line adjacent to a roadway. Lighting shall have no
undue glare affecting adjoining properties or roadways. Height of light fixtures
shall not exceed 15 feet as measured from the highest point of the light structure
to finished grade. Landscaping shall adhere to Section 301 (Parking and Loading
Requirements), taking into consideration that trees, bushes, and other foliage
outside of the Marijuana Establishment shall not allow for a person or persons to
conceal themselves from sight. If provided, fencing and gates shall be a
maximum of 8’ high, and shall be decorative style wherever viewed from a public
way or abutting property. Style of fencing and gates shall be approved by the
Design Review Committee and Special Permit Granting Authority. Chain link
fencing shall be prohibited wherever visible from the public way or abutting
property.
8. Parking and Loading Requirements: Parking and Loading requirements for
Marijuana Establishments shall adhere to Section 301.5 – Table of Parking
Demand, and shall be applicable to mercantile use for that portion of the floor
area designated for sales; Industrial use for the floor area designated for
processing, storage and cultivation of marijuana; and Business use for the floor
area designated for testing facilities.
9. Signs:
a. Signage for Marijuana Establishments shall adhere to Section 303, except
that:
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i. External signage shall not be illuminated except for a period of 30
minutes before sundown until closing.
ii. Neon signage is prohibited at all times.
iii. Logos on signage shall not use medical symbols, images of marijuana,
related paraphernalia or colloquial references to cannabis and
marijuana.
10. The hours of operation of a Marijuana Establishment may be regulated by the
Board of Selectmen.
11. A Marijuana Establishment shall not have a drive through. No off-site delivery of
marijuana products is allowed from a Marijuana Establishment.
12. Consumption of marijuana on the premises or grounds of any Marijuana
Establishment is prohibited.
13. No Marijuana Establishment shall be located within 100 feet of a residential
zoning district, except those parcels that abut Willow Street where the 100 foot
setback shall not apply. This distance shall be measured in a straight line from the
zoning district boundary to the nearest point of any component of the proposed
Marijuana Establishment.
14. No Marijuana Establishment shall be located within 500 feet of any of the
following structures or uses in existence on the date of a complete application
submission to the SPGA for a Special Permit:
a. Any school of any type attended by children under the age of 18;
b. Any licensed child care facility, day care center or family day care home;
c. Any correctional facility, half-way house, or similar facility;
d. Libraries;
e. Family entertainment facilities;
f. Public parks, athletic fields and recreation facilities;
g. Religious facilities; and
h. Any facility in which children commonly congregate on an organized
ongoing formal basis.
This distance shall be measured in a straight line from the nearest property
line of the lot containing any of the above facilities to the nearest point of any
principle building housing the Marijuana Establishment.
15. The applicant shall provide the Yarmouth Police Department, the Building
Department and the Special Permit Granting Authority with the name, phone
number and email address of a main contact person and two back-up contact
people to whom notice can be given if there are operating problems associated
with the Marijuana Establishment.
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16. The applicant shall allow for periodic inspections by the Yarmouth Police
Department, the Building Commissioner, and/or the Board of Health during the
hours when the premises are open for business. The purpose of the periodic
inspections is to determine if the licensed premises are operated in accordance
with the requirements of the special permit and the conditions outlined therein.
17. Information regarding the security measures to be implemented to deter and
prevent unauthorized entrances and protect the premises, employees, and
customers, shall be provided to the Yarmouth Police Department, including
amendments.
416.6 Special Permit Requirements:
1. The Special Permit Granting Authority (SPGA) may grant a Special Permit for a
Marijuana Establishment, in accordance with G.L. c. 40A, §9, subject to the
provisions and requirements outlined in Section 417, and in allowed zoning
districts as shown in Section 202.5 – Use Regulation Table.
2. If an applicant is proposing two or more locations within Yarmouth for their
Marijuana Establishment, information on all locations are required and shall be
submitted as separate Special Permit applications.
3. Application Submittal Information: In addition to the application requirements
set forth in Sections 417.5, 417.6 and the SPGA application forms and
regulations, a special permit application for a Marijuana Establishment shall
include the following supplemental information:
a. Narrative on how the proposed project is in compliance with these
regulations, and how it has been designed to meet the Special Permit
granting criteria contained in Section 417.6.4.
b. Overall scaled context map depicting all properties, residential zoning
districts, and land uses around the subject parcel to verify compliance with
the siting restrictions outlined in Sections 417.5.13 and 417.5.14.
c. Names, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail of officers/owners and of a
main contact person and two back-up contacts.
d. If not grown and/or processed at the Marijuana Establishment, the
applicant shall identify, and provide contact information for the source of
all marijuana that will be sold or distributed at the Marijuana
Establishment.
e. Supplemental information required for Design Review and Site Plan
Review as outlined in Section 417.4.3.
4. Special Permit Criteria: The Special Permit Granting Authority shall not issue a
special permit for a Marijuana Establishments unless it finds that:
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a. The facility is designed to minimize any adverse visual or economic
impacts on abutters and other parties in interest, as defined in M.G.L. c.
40A, §11;
b. The facility is designed to ensure personal safety of those working at or
utilizing the facility and to protect the premises from theft, while taking
into consideration aesthetics and impacts to abutting properties and public
ways.
c. Adequate measures have been taken to mitigate any noise, odors or light
pollution at the property line, or to adjacent users if on the same parcel.
d. Demonstrate adequate waste disposal of products containing usable
marijuana that does not adversely impact the environment or aquifer.
e. The applicant has not provided materially false documents or testimony;
and
f. The applicant has satisfied all of the conditions and requirements of
Sections 417.5 and 417.6 herein.
g. The applicant demonstrates that no undue nuisance, hazard or congestion
will be created and that there will be no substantial harm to the established
or future character of the neighborhood or town.
5. Annual Review: The SPGA may condition any Special Permit issued under this
Section to require the applicant to schedule a review by the SPGA to demonstrate
compliance with the conditions of the Special Permit and Zoning Bylaw, to
provide documentation of any inspections conducted and to provide
documentation of continued CCC Licensure. This review shall be conducted
within 30 days of the anniversary date of the issuance of the Special Permit and
shall be conducted on an annual basis for as long as the Marijuana Establishment
is in operation under the Special Permit, or as directed by the SPGA.
6. Special Permit Transfer: A Special Permit shall be issued to the owner of the
Marijuana Establishment and shall not transfer with a change in ownership of the
business and/or property.
7. Discontinuance of Use: The Marijuana Establishment shall notify the Yarmouth
Police Department and the Special Permit Granting Authority in writing within 48
hours of the permit holder ceasing to operate the Marijuana Establishment or if
the permit holder’s CCC Licensures expires, is not renewed or is terminated.
8. Special Permit Revocation: Any violation of this Section or conditions of the
Special Permit shall be grounds for revocation. The Special Permit shall be
revoked by the SPGA if the CCC License is revoke or lapses. The applicant shall
notify the SPGA of the revocation or loss of License.
39. Amend Section 500 – Definitions, by adding a new definition for Marijuana Establishments
as shown:
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MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENT – a marijuana cultivator, marijuana testing facility,
marijuana product manufacturer, marijuana retailer, but expressly excluding
establishments for the consumption on premises, so called social consumption
operations, or any other type of licensed marijuana-related business, which shall each
have those meanings set forth in MGL c. 94G. The omission of regulation of social
consumption establishments is not intended to allow this use, which use has not be
authorized by referendum vote at a state election.
Requires 2/3rds Vote
Mike Stone made a motion that was duly made and seconded to withdraw Article 29.
Article 29 was withdrawn
1:48pm
ARTICLE 30: To see if the Town will vote to amend certain provisions of Section 404 –
Motels Bylaw by amending various sections of the Zoning Bylaw, as follows, or take any other
action relative thereto:
1. Amend Section 404.1.1 – Goals and Purposes in the HMOD1, by deleting the first paragraph
in its entirety and replacing with new text as shown:
404.1.1 Goals and Purposes in the HMOD1. During the 1950’s and 60’s, the Town of
Yarmouth became a popular summer destination with the construction of many
traditional seasonal motels and hotels along Route 28. Since that time, many of these
properties have fallen into disrepair and opportunities for their redevelopment have
been limited and constrained by existing zoning regulations regarding use, lot size and
density. It is the intent of this section to remedy these difficulties for property owners
by:
2. Amend Section 404.1.1 – Goals and Purposes in the HMOD1, Paragraph 1, by deleting the
text “to provide” and “conversion” and adding new text as shown:
1. Providing a carefully controlled mechanism that promotes public welfare, community
and economic opportunities, including business and housing, through the
redevelopment of motel properties into new commercial, mixed, and/or multifamily
housing uses, while on the one hand preserving and enhancing the ambiance of our
historic community, and on the other, providing for safe living, eating and cooking
facilities within housing units;
3. Amend Section 404.1.1 – Goals and Purposes in the HMOD1, Paragraph 2, by deleting the
text “to allow” and adding new text as shown:
2. Allowing and encouraging mixed use buildings with residential use over retail,
commercial, and/or office uses;
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4. Amend Section 404.1.1 – Goals and Purposes in the HMOD1, Paragraph 3, by deleting the
text “to allow” and adding new text as shown:
3. Allowing for the creation and/or redevelopment of multiple units on a single lot,
consisting of commercial space, and singles, duplexes, townhouses, and apartments,
non-year-round vacation dwelling units, and affordable housing;
5. Amend Section 404.1.1 – Goals and Purposes in the HMOD1, Paragraph 4, by deleting the
text “to provide” and adding new text as shown:
4. Providing the owners of applicable properties with the ability to improve, renovate,
and/or replace their properties to maximize the uses of limited lot size by easing bulk
regulations and allowing for an increase in density.
6. Amend Section 404.1.2 – Applicability in the HMOD1, by adding new text to the second
paragraph as shown:
Properties that meet the specific applicability requirements of Section 404.1.2 may
acquire and combine adjacent parcel(s) located within the HMOD1 zoning overlay
district that do not meet the applicability requirements of Section 404.1.2, and develop
the entire combined site under Section 404.1 provided the total of the additional parcels
are no more than 100% of the area of the original applicable property. (Example: A 1.0
acre applicable motel property may add up to an additional 1.0 acre of non-applicable
property or properties in the HMOD1 to the original 1.0 acre and develop the entire 2.0
acres under Section 404.1).
7. Amend Section 404.1.3 – Project Approval in the HMOD1, first paragraph, by deleting the
first sentence in its entirety, deleting the text “the” in the last sentence, and adding new text
as shown:
404.1.3 Project Approval in the HMOD1. The creation of commercial uses, office uses,
motel uses and housing, as subsequently defined, on the same lot shall be permitted if all
specific provisions of this section are met.
8. Amend Section 404.1.3 – Project Approval in the HMOD1, second paragraph, by deleting
the text “will” in the first sentence, deleting the text “conformancy” in the last sentence, and
adding new text as shown:
Projects meeting all of the specific provisions of this section shall be deemed to meet the
criteria for as-of-right development on those properties to which this section applies and
may be approved by the Building Commissioner. Projects which do not meet the criteria
for as-of-right development on those properties to which this section applies, or requires a
Special Permit for use as described in Section 202.5, or which requires a Special Permit
for non-conformity pursuant to Section 104.3, can be approved through issuance of a
Special Permit by the Yarmouth Planning Board.
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9. Amend Section 404.1.5 by deleting the text “this” and adding new text as shown:
404.1.5 The provisions of the Table of Dimensional Requirements in Section 203.5 shall
continue to apply to the applicable properties in the HMOD1 to which this section
applies, unless specifically addressed in section 404.1.11.
10. Amend Section 404.1.7 - Lighting, by deleting the first sentence in its entirety.
11. Amend Section 404.1.8 – Top Of the Shop And Multi-Family Housing in the HMOD1, by
deleting the text “in any manner other than by utilizing the existing motel structure,” and
“which is defined as a motel conversion”, and add new text as shown:
404.1.8 Top Of The Shop And Multi-Family Housing in the HMOD1. Any housing
created at an applicable property must be created by virtue of a Raze and Replacement
or new construction and may not be created by utilizing the existing motel structures,
and must comply with the requirements of this section.
12. Amend Section 404.1.8.1 – Minimum Dwelling Unit (DU) Size in the HMOD1, by deleting
the text “in any manner other than by a motel conversion,” and “.8” as shown:
404.1.8.1 Minimum Dwelling Unit (DU) Size in the HMOD1. The minimum square
footage of any housing created pursuant to Section 404.1 of this Bylaw, shall be a
minimum of 600 square feet.
13. Amend Section 404.1.8.2 – Allowed Residential Densities and the Affordable Housing
Requirements in the HMOD1, by adding a new paragraph at the end of this section as shown:
For purposes of determining density of applicable properties in the HMOD1 upon
which mixed use developments are created containing both housing and motel uses,
the density of the housing units shall be determined by reducing the total square
footage of lot area of the applicable property by 1,000 square feet per motel guest unit,
and then calculating the density as displayed in Sections 404.1.8.2 of this section.
14. Amend Section 404.1.9 - Maximum Building Coverage in the HMOD1, by replacing the
text “building” with new text “Building”.
15. Amend Section 404.1.10.1, first bulleted paragraph, by deleting the text “any or” in the first
sentence, deleting the text “Should commercial uses be located on the first or the first and
second floor of a structure, the number of habitable stories used for housing will be reduced
by the number of stories used for commercial purposes” in the last sentence, and adding new
text as shown:
• 45 feet height with a maximum of 3 stories, as measured from average natural grade
at the front of the foundation side facing Route 28, with a maximum of 3 stories, all
of which may be habitable and none of which must comply with the definition of
habitable attic. At no time shall the number of floors be allowed to exceed three
regardless of the number of stories used for commercial purposes;
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16. Amend Section 404.1.10.1, third bulleted paragraph, by adding new text as shown:
• 35 feet maximum height within 50 feet of adjoining residential zoning districts or
from Route 28.
17. Amend Section 404.1.10.2, by deleting the text “any or” in the first sentence, deleting the
text “Should commercial uses be located on the first or the first and second floor of a
structure, the number of habitable stories used for housing will be reduced by the number of
stories used for commercial purposes.” in the last sentence, and adding new text as shown:
404.1.10.2 On a parcel in the HMOD1 having less than 100,000 square feet of
contiguous upland area, the maximum building height shall be 35 feet high, as measured
from average natural grade at the front of the foundation side facing the street, with a
maximum of 3 stories, all of which may be habitable and none of which must comply
with the definition of habitable attic. At no time shall the number of floors be allowed to
exceed three regardless of the number of stories used for commercial purposes.
18. Amend Section 404.1.10.3, first bulleted paragraph, by adding new text as shown:
• 45 feet maximum height, as measured from average natural grade at the front of the
foundation side facing Route 28, with a maximum of 4 stories, any or all of which
may be habitable and none of which must comply with the definition of habitable
attic. Setbacks for the building of this height must meet Section 203.5 (Table of
Dimensional Requirements) and be a minimum of 50’ from adjoining residential
zoning districts or Route 28;
19. Amend Section 404.1.10.3, third bulleted paragraph, by adding new text as shown:
• 35 feet maximum height within 50 feet of adjoining residential zoning districts or
from Route 28.
20. Amend Section 404.1.11 – Setbacks in the HMOD1, by deleting the text “For any applicable
property to which a change, alteration or raze and replace shall occur, and which structure
will be a maximum of 35 feet, or less, in height, and which converts its use directly to
housing, or maintains its use as a motel, the setbacks recited in” in the first sentence and
adding new text as shown:
404.1.11 Setbacks in the HMOD1. Section 203.5 shall apply, except that the setbacks
from an existing lot-line at the property may be maintained for structures with a
maximum height of 35’. For any expansion of the pre-existing footprint, that new
portion of the structure shall comply with the provisions of Section 203.5. For all other
structures on applicable properties in the HMOD1, the setbacks for such properties shall
comply with the provisions of Section 203.5.
21. Amend Section 404.1.12 – Motel Conversions in the HMOD1, by deleting it in its entirety
and replacing with new text as shown:
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404.1.12 Motel Conversions in the HMOD1. Deleted (ATM 05/05/18). Lawfully pre-
existing uses and structures shall be governed by Section 104.3 of the Zoning Bylaw.
22. Amend Section 414.5.2 – Housing Provisions in the VCOD, by deleting the text
“conversions redeveloping or converting” and adding new text as shown:
414.5.2 Housing Provisions in the VCOD. The following housing provisions shall apply
in the VCOD. Hotel / Motel redevelopment under Section 404.1 (HMOD1) of the bylaw
are not subject to these provisions and shall be subject to the provisions as set forth in
Section 404.1 (HMOD1).
23. Amend Section 500 – Definitions, by deleting the definition for MOTEL CONVERSION in
its entirety and replacing with new text as shown:
MOTEL CONVERSION – the creation of Housing within or upon an Applicable
Property under Section 404 which was not created by virtue of a Raze and Replacement
or new construction, but through the conversion and redevelopment of existing motel
structures.
24. Amend Section 500 – Definitions, by adding the definition for UNIT SIZES – MULTI-
FAMILY as shown:
UNIT SIZES – MULTI-FAMILY: The dwelling unit sizes for multi-family housing
shall be the usable square footage measured from interior wall to interior wall,
excluding internal walls.
Requires 2/3rds Vote
Brian Goodwin made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 30 as printed
in the warrant.
Article 30 passes with the requisite 2/3 majority.
1:50pm
ARTICLE 31: To see if the Town will vote to amend various sections of the Zoning Bylaw to
modify certain provisions, as follows, or take any other action relative thereto:
1. Amend Section 203.5 – Table of Dimensional Requirements, by adding a reference to the
Table for a new note “Y” to the minimum front yard requirement for the B1, B2, B3,
HMOD1 and HMOD2 zoning districts.
2. Amend Section 203.5 – Table of Dimensional Requirements - Notes, by adding the following
new note “Y” as shown:
Y. Bus Shelters of 120 square feet (sf) and less may be located within the front yard
setback if approved by the Site Plan Review Team and located so as not to impede
sight lines and traffic visibility, and must be entirely located on the subject property.
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3. Amend Section 203.5 – Table of Dimensional Requirements – Note I, by adding new text as
shown:
I. No building need be set back more than thirty percent (30%) of the depth of the lot
nor more than the average of the setbacks of the buildings on the lots next thereto on
either side, but no closer than 20’ in the B1, B2, B3, HMOD1 and HMOD2 zoning
districts to provide for vegetated buffers. A vacant lot or a lot occupied by a building
set back more than the required front yard setback being counted as though occupied
by a building at the setback line.
4. Amend Section 301.4.10, by adding new text as shown:
301.4.10 Exterior lighting for parking lots which is attached to posts or poles shall not
exceed 20 feet in height, measured from the highest point of the light structure.
Electric service for said posts or poles shall be placed underground and any outdoor
lighting shall be directed on-site only, with no undue glare affecting adjoining properties.
For commercial or mixed use developments, trespass of light at the property boundary
shall not exceed 0.1 foot candles. Where commercial or mixed use developments abut a
residential district, trespass of light at that boundary shall not exceed 0.05 foot candles.
For developments that are exclusively residential, trespass of light at property boundaries
shall not exceed 0.05 foot candles. Utility services for new commercial structures will be
located underground. At driveways, lighting may be up to 0.5 foot candles at the
property line adjacent to a roadway.
5. Amend Section 414.7.6 Bicycle Parking Requirements, by deleting it in its entirety and
replacing with new text as shown:
414.7.6 Bicycle Parking. Bicycle parking facilities shall be provided within the
development.
6. Amend Section 414.8 – VCOD Design Standards, by adding new text to the first paragraph
as shown:
Applicants for new development or redevelopment who elect the use of VCOD
provisions relative to use, intensity of use, buildings, parking and other applicable
standards provided as part of this section of the Zoning Bylaw shall comply with the
following design standards. Compliance with these standards shall be demonstrated
through Site Plan Review materials as required in the Operational Regulations of the
Yarmouth Planning Board. Members of the Site Plan Review Team, the Design Review
Committee, and the Planning Board shall also use the most recent version of the Town of
Yarmouth Architectural and Site Design Standards to review applications within the
VCOD. Compliance with the Yarmouth Architectural and Site Design Standards shall be
mandatory for all VCOD projects. The VCOD Design Standards are to be applied to an
entire site and existing and new buildings and structures on a site; it is not the intent of
the VCOD Standards to allow for partial site compliance.
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7. Amend Section 414.8.2 – Circulation Standards, Paragraph 3, by deleting the text “All” in
the first sentence and adding new text as shown:
3. If determined necessary through the VCOD SPR process, travel lanes within VCOD
development shall make provision for bicycle travel. Lanes shall either be designed to
show a dedicated bicycle lane(s) distinct from automobile travel lanes, at a minimum of
four (4) feet in width, or coincident travel of bicycles and automobiles may be indicated
with striping, or shall incorporate bicycle sharrows (pavement markings).
8. Amend Section 414.8.10 – Lighting, by adding the following new text after Paragraph 6 as
shown, and renumbering the remaining paragraphs:
7. At driveways, lighting may be up to 0.5 foot candles at the property line adjacent to
a roadway.
Tom Baron made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 31 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 31 passes with the requisite majority.
1:52pm
ARTICLE 32: ARTICLE WITHDRAWN
Selectmen Recommend ( - )
Finance Committee Recommends ( - ) (Board of Selectmen)
ARTICLE 33: To see if the Town will vote to transfer Free Cash and appropriate $200,000 for
wastewater planning and engineering services including, but not limited to: the economic
analysis of wastewater infrastructure improvements, consultant assistance to the Water
Resources Advisory Committee, support of public engagement and outreach, engineering studies
and evaluation of recharge sites; updating, modification, and pre-implementation services for the
Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan and support for related filings with Massachusetts
Environmental Policy Act and Cape Cod Commission; and preparation and filing of
development of Regional Impact Review application with Cape Cod Commission.
Selectmen Recommend (5-0)
Finance Committee Recommends (6-0) (Board of Selectmen)
Withdrawn
ARTICLE 34: To see if the Town will vote to authorize and direct the Board of Selectmen, in
cooperation with the Towns of Dennis and Harwich, to draft special legislation to create the
DHY Clean Waters Community Partnership, with substantially the powers, membership,
governance, and purposes set forth in Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 21, Sections 28
through 30, and Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40N, supplemented and amended as the
Board of Selectmen shall determine to be in the best interests of the Town; to direct the Board of
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Selectmen to request that the state representative and senator representing the Town file and
support such special legislation; and to authorize the Board of Selectmen to take all action
necessary to effect the foregoing; provided, however, that such special legislation shall contain a
condition that requires approval by town meeting in each of the towns participating in the final
agreement before any agreement entered into pursuant to said special legislation takes effect;
and to act fully thereon. By request of the Board of Selectmen
Explanation: Dennis, Harwich and Yarmouth are working together on a Clean Waters
Community Partnership. This article allows for discussions in areas to hopefully lead to a more
formal Partnership Agreement to be brought back to the Town.
Mark Forest made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 34 as printed in
the warrant.
Article 34 carries unanimously
1:55pm
ARTICLE 35: ARTICLE WITHDRAWN
Selectmen Recommend ( - )
Finance Committee Recommends ( - ) (Board of Selectmen)
ARTICLE 36: ARTICLE WITHDRAWN
Selectmen Recommend ( - )
Finance Committee Recommends ( - ) (Board of Selectmen)
ARTICLE 37: ARTICLE WITHDRAWN
Selectmen Recommend ( - )
Finance Committee Recommends ( - ) (Board of Selectmen)
ARTICLE 38:
To see if the Town will vote to accept Appendix 115.AA of the Massachusetts Building Code,
780 CMR, the “Stretch Energy Code”, including amendments or modifications thereto,
regulating the design and construction of buildings for the effective use of energy, effective
January 1, 2019, a copy of which is on file with the Town Clerk, or take any other action relative
thereto.
STRETCH ENERGY CODE
1. DEFINITIONS
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The terms below shall have the following meanings for the purposes of this stretch energy code.
International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) - The International Energy Conservation Code
(IECC) is a building energy code created by the International Code Council. It is a model code
adopted by many state and municipal governments in the United States for the establishment of
minimum design and construction requirements for energy efficiency, and is updated on a three-
year cycle. The baseline energy conservation requirements of the MA State Building Code are
the IECC with Massachusetts amendments, as approved by the Board of Building Regulations
and Standards.
Stretch Energy Code - Codified by the Board of Building Regulations and Standards as 780
CMR Appendix 115.AA of the 9th edition Massachusetts Building Code, the Stretch Energy
Code is an appendix to the Massachusetts Building Code, based on further amendments to the
International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) to improve the energy efficiency of buildings
built to this Code.
2. PURPOSE
The purpose of 780 CMR 115.AA is to provide a more energy efficient alternative to the Base
Energy Code applicable to the relevant sections of the Building Code for both new construction
and existing buildings.
3. APPLICABILITY
The Stretch Code applies to residential and commercial buildings. Buildings not included in this
scope shall comply with 780 CMR 13, 34, 51, as applicable.
4. STRETCH CODE
The Stretch Code, as codified by the Board of Building Regulations and Standards as 780 CMR
Appendix 115.AA, including any future editions, amendments or modifications, is herein
incorporated by reference into these General Bylaws.
5. ENFORCEMENT
The Stretch Code is enforceable by the Building Commissioner.
Selectmen do not Recommend (2-3)
Finance Committee Recommends (5-0) (Board of Selectmen)
Mark Forest made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 38 as printed in
the warrant.
Article 38 passes with the requisite majority
2:28pm.
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ARTICLE 39: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to petition the
Massachusetts Legislature to amend the Yarmouth Charter, as a result of a ten-year review as
required under § 3-8 of the current Charter, with the revisions to replace the below listed charter
provisions, as follows:
Section 2-7 – Initiative Petition.
2-7-1 As provided by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, Section 10, the
voters of the Town shall be empowered to:
Section 4-3-3
(i) negotiating collective bargaining contracts on behalf of the board of
selectmen, unless the town administrator, with the approval of the board of
selectmen, has designated another negotiator or negotiating team;
provided, however, that all such contracts shall be subject to the approval of
the board of selectmen;
Section 4-4
4-4-6 To the extent permitted by law and, as may be applicable, the
requirements of the effective collective bargaining agreement, the Town
Administrator shall be empowered to employ, discipline, and terminate
employees that he/she appoints pursuant to this Charter or other applicable law,
bylaw or regulation.
Section 4-6
4-6-1 The board of selectmen shall annually evaluate the
performance of the town administrator. The selectmen shall adopt a written
set of procedures and criteria which shall form the basis for the evaluation.
Section 5-1
(g) The board of selectmen shall appoint all department heads. The town
administrator shall submit to the board of selectmen the names of not less than 3
candidates for department head interview and subsequent appointment, unless
otherwise waived by the Board of Selectmen. The group of department heads
shall include those who are designated as such by the town administrator and
approved by the board of selectmen.
(i) To the extent permitted by law and, as may be applicable, the requirements of
the effective collective bargaining agreement, the board of selectmen shall be
empowered to terminate employees it appoints pursuant to this Charter or other
applicable law, bylaw or regulation, by the same majority as required to appoint
them.
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Section 5-3
5-3-1 The town administrator may appoint an assistant town administrator.
Appointments to the position of assistant town administrator shall become
effective not later than the twenty-first day following the day on which notice
of the proposed appointment is filed with the board of selectmen, unless four-
fifths of the members of the board of selectmen vote to reject such an appointment
within such period.
Section 5-5
5-5-1 To the extent permitted by law and, as may be applicable, the
requirements of the effective collective bargaining agreement, department
heads may employ, discipline, and terminate employees under their
departmental jurisdiction, subject to the approval of the town administrator
and any other applicable law, bylaw or regulation.
Section 6-2
6-2-2 At the discretion of the board of selectmen, all multi-member bodies shall
annually either meet with, or provide a written annual report to, the board of
selectmen.
Mr. Reid made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 39 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 39 passed unanimously
2:35pm
ARTICLE 40: To see if "the Town of Yarmouth will maintain, protect, and preserve
Hochanom Road Ancient Way from Route 6A to its end at the marsh. Further that the Town of
Yarmouth restore it to its natural state prior to the destruction caused by King’s Way
uncontrolled water runoff. Thereafter, prevent it from being further destroyed in the future by
King’s Way uncontrolled water runoff and maintain Hockanom Road Ancient Way so that it is
passable its entire length and for all inhabitants of the town to enjoy forever.”
This article was not seconded and does not pass.
ARTICLE 41: To see if the Town vote to direct the Board of Selectmen, Drive In Site
Utilization Committee, and Town employees to forgo any and all activity regarding Project 17 -2
– CD. This would include design and or construction of any segment of trail pathway,
boardwalk, or bridge extending from the former drive-in site, into the wetland, and through to
Seagull Beach, or take any other action with respect thereto.
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Lawrence Fennelly made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 41 as
amended.
Article 41 does not carry
2:50pm.
ARTICLE 42: To see if the Town will vote to request the Yarmouth Selectmen to authorize all
Town officials to refrain from using Town funds and other Town resources for the enforcement
of federal immigration laws in keeping with current practices, unless presented with a criminal
warrant or other evidence of probable cause required by the Fourth Amendment of the United
States Constitution. (Non-binding Resolution). And furthermore to see if the Town will vote to
request the Yarmouth Selectmen to continue to uphold the civil liberties of age, race, religion,
ethnicity, ability, sexual and gender identity, marital or economic status, national origin, or
citizenship and immigration status.
Sara Porter made a motion that was duly made and seconded to move Article 42 as printed in the
warrant.
Article 42 did not carry.
Town meeting adjourned at 3:10pm
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TOWN OF YARMOUTH MAY 15, 2018 ELECTION
BOARD OF SELECTMEN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TOTAL
Norman Holcomb 285 216 143 190 122 125 328 1,409
Eric R. Tolley 356 282 170 238 163 161 425 1,795
Joseph B. Glynn 54 72 65 91 68 86 147 583
Joshua W. Richards 180 125 95 148 103 84 189 924
All Others 6 0 1 0 0 1 3 11
Blanks 89 75 37 85 0 73 120 479
Totals 970 770 511 752 456 530 1,212 5,201
DY SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Joseph E. Tierney 286 213 157 176 116 128 357 1,433
Michelle R. Conover 138 115 60 124 90 77 161 765
Joseph B. Glynn 36 40 28 55 34 44 65 302
All Others 3 0 2 1 0 0 0 6
Blanks 22 17 8 20 6 16 23 112
Totals 485 385 255 376 246 265 606 2,618
YARMOUTH HOUSING
AUTH
Bambi Rosario-Wyatt 328 290 191 201 181 186 429 1,806
All Others 3 2 6 5 2 3 3 24
Blanks 154 93 58 170 63 76 174 788
Total 485 385 255 376 246 265 606 2,618
Q1: (School Override)
Yes 300 215 149 201 127 156 365 1,513
No 173 167 102 170 115 104 230 1,061
BLANKS 12 3 4 5 4 5 11 44
Total 485 385 255 376 246 265 606 2,618
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Q2: (Cape Tech Debt Ex)
Yes 310 220 169 214 145 148 376 1,582
No 159 156 78 155 98 108 213 967
BLANKS 16 9 8 7 3 9 17 69
Total 485 385 255 376 246 265 606 2,618
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STATE ELECTION
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
NAME OF CANDIDATE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TOTAL
SENATOR IN CONGRESS
Elizabeth A Warren 1065 981 730 824 709 769 1119 6197
Geoff Diehl 864 890 573 773 697 666 1088 5551
Shiva Ayyadurai 55 50 37 68 58 53 69 390
Write-Ins 1 2 0 1 1 2 1 8
Blanks 14 16 8 15 21 26 30 130
Totals 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
GOVERNOR & LT. GOV
Baker & Polito 1448 1479 981 1254 1085 1089 1802 9138
Gonzalez and Palfrey 502 397 339 372 366 374 433 2783
Write-Ins 9 7 5 10 7 9 7 54
Blanks 40 56 23 45 28 44 65 301
Totals 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
ATTORNEY GENERAL
Maura Healey 1237 1178 836 980 853 888 1336 7308
James R. McMahon, III 741 731 496 680 611 597 930 4786
Write-Ins 0 1
1 1 1 0 4
Blanks 21 29 16 20 21 30 41 178
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
SECRETARY OF STATE
William Francis Galvin 1332 1275 870 1061 899 966 1464 7867
Anthony M. Amore 591 576 409 542 503 472 741 3834
Juan G. Sanchez 37 32 30 41 40 37 34 251
Write-Ins 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 5
Blanks 38 55 38 37 44 40 67 319
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
TREASURER
Deborah B. Goldberg 1191 1142 793 941 827 847 1274 7015
Keiko M. Orrall 705 655 477 630 566 560 879 4472
Jamie M. Guerin 40 44 37 53 40 43 45 302
Write-Ins 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 4
Blanks 62 97 41 57 52 66 108 483
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
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AUDITOR
Suzanne M. Bump 1092 1051 744 867 768 782 1151 6455
Helen Brady 751 717 489 672 580 604 945 4758
Daniel Fishman 63 48 45 52 50 39 67 364
Edward J. Stamas 26 27 21 27 25 34 24 184
Write-Ins 1 1 0 0 1 0 2 5
Blanks 66 95 49 63 62 57 118 510
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
REPRESENTATIVE IN
CONGRESS
William Richard Keating 1219 1166 826 982 849 884 1291 7217
Peter D. Tedeschi 763 751 506 674 616 610 974 4894
Write-Ins 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 2
Blanks 17 21 16 24 21 22 42 163
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
COUNCILLOR
Joseph C. Ferreira 1086 1039 752 879 782 811 1150 6499
Thomas F. Keyes 822 810 551 730 650 644 1028 5235
Write-Ins 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 2
Blanks 91 89 45 71 54 61 129 540
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
SENATOR IN GENERAL
COURT
Julien Andre Cyr 1185 1090 796 929 813 829 1259 6901
John G. Flores 770 801 527 711 640 652 995 5096
Write-Ins 1 2 0 1 1 1 0 6
Blanks 43 46 25 40 32 34 53 273
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
REPRESENTATIVE IN
GENERAL COURT
Timothy R. Whelan 1107 1170 747 984 0
1386 5394
Steven Leibowitz 834 703 552 647 0
843 3579
William L Crocker (pr 5 &6) 0 0 0
771 808 0 1579
Paul J. Cusack (pr 5 & 6) 0 0 0
679 673 0 1352
Write-Ins 0 1 0 1 2 2 3 9
Blanks 58 65 49 49 34 33 75 363
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
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DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Michael O'Keefe 1479 1457 998 1287 1139 1131 1727 9218
Write-Ins 31 28 27 35 25 21 27 194
Blanks 489 454 323 359 322 364 553 2864
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
CLERK OF COURTS
Scott W. Nickerson 1446 1436 993 1269 1107 1115 1692 9058
Write-Ins 25 25 23 27 25 19 13 157
Blanks 528 478 332 385 354 382 602 3061
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
REGISTER OF DEEDS
John F. Meade 1445 1430 1000 1273 1104 1104 1689 9045
Write-Ins 28 22 23 25 24 20 16 158
Blanks 526 487 325 383 358 392 602 3073
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
COUNTY COMMISIONER
Leo G. Cakounes 929 960 632 852 739 731 1169 6012
Ronald Bergstrom 953 867 638 733 663 709 987 5550
Write-Ins 2 1 2 1 0 2 2 10
Blanks 115 111 76 95 84 74 149 704
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1516 2307 12276
ASSEMBLY OF
DELGATES
Suzanne McAuliffe 1324 1212 836 988 844 931 1444 7579
Joseph Glynn 308 365 281 411 370 306 428 2469
Write-Ins 4 2 1 3 4 2 1 17
Blanks 363 360 230 279 268 276 435 2211
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1515 2308 12276
Question #1
Yes 562 548 401 519 476 482 688 3676
No 1413 1339 922 1108 970 977 1577 8306
Write-Ins 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Blanks 24 52 25 54 40 56 43 294
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1515 2308 12276
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Question #2
Yes 1370 1293 892 1111 951 986 1507 8110
No 590 556 413 508 472 449 712 3700
Write-Ins 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Blanks 39 90 43 62 63 80 89 466
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1515 2308 12276
Question #3
Yes 1320 1211 858 990 887 919 1452 7637
No 642 663 458 643 548 532 796 4282
Write-Ins 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Blanks 37 65 32 48 51 64 60 357
Total 1999 1939 1348 1681 1486 1515 2308 12276
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STATE PRIMARY
SEPTEMBER 4,2018
DEMOCRATIC
NAME OF CANDIDATE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TOTAL
SENATOR IN
CONGRESS
Elizabeth A Warren 442 332 219 298 190 264 447 2192
Write-Ins 9 8 5 7 30 6 4 69
Blanks 41 29 31 28 9 30 45 213
Totals 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
GOVERNOR
Jay M. Gonzalez 281 202 129 158 120 170 250 1310
Bob Massie 93 74 55 91 60 68 105 546
Write-Ins 17 7 3 7 13 2 10 59
Blanks 101 86 68 77 36 60 131 559
Totals 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
LT. GOVERNOR
Quentin Palfrey 242 176 121 160 122 126 223 1170
Jimmy Tingle 150 115 79 92 65 107 135 743
Write-Ins 5 1 0 2 4 2 2 16
Blanks 95 77 55 79 38 65 136 545
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
ATTORNEY GENERAL
Maura Healey 452 339 230 315 209 277 446 2268
Write-Ins 1 4 1 1 0 1 1 9
Blanks 39 26 24 17 20 22 49 197
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
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SECRETARY OF STATE
William Francis Galvin 381 283 193 240 152 223 360 1832
Josh Zakim 102 78 55 82 69 74 120 580
Write-Ins 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Blanks 9 8 7 11 8 3 16 62
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
TREASURER
Deborah B. Goldberg 405 316 208 292 195 256 405 2077
Write-Ins 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 3
Blanks 87 52 47 41 34 44 89 394
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
AUDITOR
Suzanne M. Bump 397 315 202 283 188 245 405 2035
Write-Ins 0 3 2 1 1 1 1 9
Blanks 95 51 51 49 40 54 90 430
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
REPRESENTATIVE IN
CONGRESS
William Richard Keating 413 313 212 254 184 246 424 2046
Bill Cimbrelo 64 48 36 69 39 45 59 360
Write-Ins 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Blanks 15 8 7 10 6 9 13 68
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
COUNCILLOR
Joseph C. Ferreira 435 292 190 257 178 235 367 1954
Write-Ins 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 3
Blanks 57 75 64 76 51 65 129 517
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
SENATOR IN GENERAL
COURT
Julien Andre Cyr 435 327 209 295 203 261 433 2163
Write-Ins 1 2 0 2 0 0 1 6
Blanks 56 40 46 36 26 39 62 305
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
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REPRESENTATIVE IN
GENERAL COURT
Steven Leibowitz 210 178 108 158
216 870
Joshua Mason 203 146 103 132
204 788
Paul Cusack 2nd Barns
187 245
Write-Ins 0 0 0 1 0 1 2 4
Blanks 79 45 44 42 42 54 74 380
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2042
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Write-Ins 12 43 30 50 28 38 66 267
Blanks 480 326 225 283 201 262 430 2207
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
CLERK OF COURTS
Write-Ins 9 33 23 34 20 33 48 200
Blanks 483 336 232 299 209 267 448 2274
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
REGISTER OF DEEDS
Write-Ins 10 37 23 39 18 33 48 208
Blanks 482 332 232 294 211 267 448 2266
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
COUNTY COMMISIONER
RONALD BERGSTROM 349 282 190 248 175 239 364 1847
Write-Ins 0 3 0 1 0 0 1 5
Blanks 143 84 65 84 54 61 131 622
Total 492 369 255 333 229 300 496 2474
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STATE PRIMARY
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
NAME OF CANDIDATE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TOTAL
REPUBLICAN
SENATOR IN
CONGRESS
Geoff Diehl 193 171 86 158 142 128 244 1122
John Kingston 77 102 61 84 62 75 147 608
Beth Joyce Lindstrom 70 59 48 58 26 48 109 418
Write-Ins 0 1 0 0 0 3 0 4
Blanks 19 18 10 9 5 4 30 95
Totals 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
GOVERNOR
Charles D. Baker 224 219 130 179 124 163 345 1384
Scott D. Lively 131 130 75 127 108 92 175 838
Write-Ins 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1
Blanks 4 1 0 3 3 3 10 24
Totals 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
LIEUT. GOVERNOR
Karyn E. Polito 272 280 164 236 180 207 421 1760
Write-Ins 2 5 0 4 3 3 4 21
Blanks 85 66 41 69 52 48 105 466
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
ATT ORNEY GENERAL
James R. McMahon, III 248 224 134 218 162 165 340 1491
Daniel L. Shores 56 85 46 64 49 68 123 491
Write-Ins 0 1 0 0 1 2 2 6
Blanks 55 41 25 27 23 23 65 259
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
SECRETARY OF STATE
Anthony Amore 249 263 157 240 172 195 395 1671
Write-Ins 2 4 1 1 1 1 2 12
Blanks 108 84 47 68 62 62 133 564
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
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TREASURER
Keiko M. Orrall 252 263 159 236 175 190 398 1673
Write-Ins 0 5 2 0 2 2 2 13
Blanks 107 83 44 73 58 66 130 561
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
AUDITOR
Helen Brady 255 266 159 233 177 191 396 1677
Write-Ins 0 2 1 0 1 2 1 7
Blanks 104 83 45 76 57 65 133 563
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
REPRESENTATIVE IN
CONGRESS
Peter D. Tedeschi 270 281 167 254 186 202 416 1776
Write-Ins 0 2 1 0 1 2 0 6
Blanks 89 68 37 55 48 54 114 465
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
COUNCILLOR
Thomas F. Keyes 258 267 157 240 176 189 390 1677
Write-Ins 0 3 1 0 1 1 0 6
Blanks 101 81 47 69 58 68 140 564
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
SENATOR IN GENERAL
COURT
John G. Flores 270 277 163 250 182 201 405 1748
Write-Ins 0 2 0 0 1 2 1 6
Blanks 89 72 42 59 52 55 124 493
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
REPRESENTATIVE IN
GENERAL COURT
Timothy R. Whelan 1st.
Barns. 304 306 180 278
451 1519
William L. Crocker 2nd
Barns.
194 217
Write-Ins 0 2 1 0 1 1 0 5
Blanks 55 43 24 31 40 40 79 312
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 1836
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DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Michael D. O'Keefe 279 284 172 263 188 209 414 1809
Write-Ins 2 5 2 1 2 3 112 127
Blanks 78 62 31 45 45 46 4 311
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
CLERK OF COURTS
Scott W. Nickerson 276 278 166 255 186 201 415 1777
Write-Ins 1 4 1 1 1 2 0 10
Blanks 82 69 38 53 48 55 115 460
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
REGISTER OF DEEDS
John F. Meade 276 284 167 246 184 206 423 1786
Write-Ins 1 2 1 0 1 2 2 9
Blanks 82 65 37 63 50 50 105 452
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
COUNTY
COMMISSIONER
Leo G. Cakounes 276 275 163 251 181 209 408 1763
Write-Ins 1 2 0 0 2 3 4 12
Blanks 82 74 42 58 52 46 118 472
Total 359 351 205 309 235 258 530 2247
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ANNUAL MEETING OF THE OLD KING'S HIGHWAY REGIONAL
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMITTEE
Barnstable, ss.
To the Constable of the Town of Yarmouth in the County of Barnstable:
Greetings:
In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are hereby directed to notify and warn
the inhabitants of said Town who reside in the Old King's Highway Regional Historic District
and are qualified to vote in elections and in Town affairs, to meet at the Yarmouth Port Fire
Station #2 Meeting Room in said Town of Yarmouth on Tuesday, the 13th of November next
from 5:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., then and there to act on the following business: Polls opened at
5:00 P.M. for the election of one member of the Old King's Highway Regional Historic District
Committee for a term of four years
1. The election of one member to the Old King's Highway Regional Historic District
Committee for a term of four years. Polling place open from 5:00 P.M., then and
there to act on the following business.
The polls closed at 6:00 P.M. The results of the votes were announced by Philip Gaudet, Town
Clerk, there were 10 ballots cast for the following: Rosemary Nichols.
The meeting adjourned at 6:00 P.M.
Also in the name of the Commonwealth, you are hereby directed to serve this Warrant by posting
attested copies thereof at three places with the Historic District, including the South Yarmouth
Post Office, the Yarmouth Port Post Office, and the Yarmouth Port Village Store; also by
publication in the Cape Cod Times at least seven days before the time of holding said meeting as
aforesaid. Hereof, fail not, and make return of this warrant with your doing thereon at the time
and place of said meeting. Given under our hands and seal of the Town of Yarmouth, hereto
affixed this sixteenth day of October in the year of our Lord two thousand and eighteen.
Board of Selectmen
Town of Yarmouth Michael Stone Norman Holcomb
Erik Tolley Tracy Post Mark Forest
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DECEMBER 4, 2018 SPECIAL TOWN
ELECTION RESULTS
PRECINCTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Total
Question #1 TOWN BALLOT - FUND
SCHOOL
Yes 334 233 127 223 157 121 385 1,580
No 347 289 171 284 204 189 390 1,874
Blanks 2 0 0 0 2 0 0 4
Total 683 522 298 507 363 310 775 3,458
Question #2 DISTRICT BALLOT -
BUILD SCHOOL
Yes 320 219 128 204 147 122 360 1,500
No 363 303 171 303 216 188 413 1,957
Blanks 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 683 522 299 507 363 310 773 3,457
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
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BOARD OF APPEALS
The Board of Appeals operates under the Yarmouth Zoning By-law as well as the Massachusetts
General Laws Chapters 40A and 40B (a copy of the Zoning By-law is available online at the
Town’s website: www.yarmouth.ma.us). The responsibilities of the Board of Appeals are to
hear and decide Petitions for Special Permits and Variances from the terms of the By-law and
also appeals from the decision of the Building Inspector, as well as applications for
Comprehensive Permits for affordable housing developments. The Board consists of five regular
members (appointed for staggered five year terms), plus alternate members (appointed for one
year terms), all of whom are volunteers appointed by the Selectmen. The Board is scheduled to
meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 6:00 p.m. The public is always
welcome to attend the hearings. The Board’s meetings are broadcast live on Channel 18, the
Public Access Television Station, and re-broadcast periodically throughout the week, and now
available on the web at: www.yarmouth.ma.us.
The Zoning Administrators are an arm of the Board of Appeals and are appointed by the Board
of Appeals subject to confirmation by the Selectmen. The Zoning Administrators carry out the
same functions as the Board of Appeals, operating under the same laws and procedures, but
generally handle the less controversial or less complex cases.
The Board is chaired by Steven DeYoung and Sean Igoe as the elected Vice-Chairman.
During 2018 the Board of Appeals heard a total of 63 applications. Of these, 57 were granted (in
whole or in part) and 6 were withdrawn. This year the Board heard 16 applications for wireless
equipment to boost cell service in various locations within Yarmouth.
I wish to thank our Regular and Alternate members and our Office Administrator, Sandi Clark,
for their dedicated and conscientious service to the Town throughout the year.
Respectfully submitted,
Steven DeYoung, Chairman
Sandi Clark, Office Administrator
Regular Members: Alternate Members:
Steven DeYoung, Chair Richard Neitz
Sean Igoe, Vice-Chair Gerald Garnick
Dick Martin Susan Brita
Tom Nickinello Doug Campbell
Tom Baron
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
The Department of Community Development is responsible for overseeing the Town’s long-
range planning efforts, economic development, conservation, affordable housing, and historic
preservation initiatives and programs. Department of Community Development staff members
provide primary support to a number of local Boards and Committees including the following:
Planning Board, Conservation Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Old King’s Highway
Committee, Historical Commission, Community Preservation Committee, Design Review
Committee, Community and Economic Development Committee, Drive-In Site Utilization
Committee, Community Housing Committee, and the Affordable Housing Trust. In 2018, in
collaboration with other Town Staff, Community Development Staff began to lend support to the
newly established Water Resources Advisory Committee. Collectively and individually, these
regulatory boards and advisory committees are responsible for regulating and shaping the
Town’s commercial and residential development and redevelopment. Additional information for
each of these Boards and Committees can be found in their respective annual reports.
On a day to day basis, the Community Development Department provides assistance to residents
and businesses as they navigate the permit and development process. Staff members respond to
all levels of inquiries and provide help with filing applications as well as continuity through the
review process by various boards and committees.
Community Development staff also oversee and administer a variety of funding sources
including the Town’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), the Community
Preservation Act (CPA), and Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund programs. CDBG grant funds
must benefit low- and moderate-income households or persons and were utilized in 2018 for
septic rehabilitation, septic pumping, meals on wheels, child care vouchers, and affordable
housing acquisition and affordable housing rehabilitation. CPA funds are used towards
affordable housing, open space, historic preservation, and recreation. In addition to sponsoring
requests for funding, Staff oversee CPA expenditures by Grantees ensuring compliance with
CPA and local spending requirements. Additional information regarding CPA funds is provided
in the Community Preservation Committee’s report. Tourism Revenue Preservation Funds
(TRPF) are used for marketing initiatives, physical improvements, and to fund a variety of
special events that attract visitors and which benefit Town residents. Additional information
regarding the TRPF Fund is included in the annual report for the Community and Economic
Development Committee.
2018 began with Community Development Office space for Conservation, Historic/Old King’s
Highway, and the Zoning Board of Appeals being flooded due to a burst pipe. I would like to
thank my Staff for adapting so well to their relocated offices. I would also like to thank the
Facilities staff for their quick response and ability to accommodate our space needs in such an
efficient manner.
Over the past year, the Department has continued to work on a variety of affordable housing
issues including monitoring and updating the Town’s Subsidized Housing Inventory, monitoring
the resale of affordable homes, working with parties interested in developing affordable housing
in Town, and assisting Yarmouth residents to access affordable housing. In addition,
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Community Development Staff worked to develop modifications to the Town’s Accessory
Dwelling Unit zoning by-laws that will be presented at the upcoming Annual Town Meeting.
These changes will facilitate the development of affordable housing as well as the conversion of
existing family-related units to affordable units. The Community Development Department,
understanding the role of housing within the Community and as a driver for economic
development, serves as the liaison between the Town and state and regional housing entities.
Our Department also works with the development community to help them navigate relevant
state and local regulations as well as to ensure that all projects are consistent with community
character and housing needs. Additional information regarding the Town’s housing efforts can
be found in the reports of the Affordable Housing Trust and the Community Housing
Committee.
Over the course of the year, the Community Development Department has been involved in a
number of projects and initiatives that will positively impact the community for many years to
come. Noteworthy projects include the following:
• Drive-In Site Utilization – Working with the Drive-In Site Utilization Committee, staff
continued to support efforts associated with the proposed Riverwalk Park and Boardwalk
at the former Drive-In property at 669 Route 28. This past summer, the Committee’s
recommendations were presented to and approved by the Board of Selectmen. Active
use of the site occurred in 2018 with two music festivals being held on the property.
Community Development Staff are working with other Town Staff to plan for larger
scale events. An application for Community Preservation Act funding for design and
permitting as well as partial construction for the Riverwalk Park and Boardwalk Loop
has been made and will move forward to the upcoming Annual Town Meeting for
approval. Staff is working to identify other potential sources of funding for construction.
• Parker’s River Tidal Restoration Bridge Project – Progress continued in 2018 on design,
permitting, and land acquisitions associated with this important project. An additional
$500,000 in construction funding for the project was obtained in 2018 through a grant
from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), providing additional funding
to grants from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), from
Hurricane Sandy funds administered through the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and from
the Community Preservation Act (CPA). Construction is scheduled to start in the fall of
2019.
• Mill Creek Park – CPA Funding for the acquisition of the Yankee Village Motel was
approved at the May 2018 Annual Town meeting. Negotiations have been ongoing and
the Town was recently notified that it had been awarded a $400,000 grant from the
Massachusetts Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC)
program. As this property is situated between two existing Town-owned “pocket parks,”
this acquisition will result in a larger waterfront park that will greatly benefit the Town
with views of Mill Creek.
• Economic Development Programming – with the hiring of an Economic Development
Coordinator in the Fall, we have been able to move forward supporting development and
implementation of a number of economic development efforts including a Zoning Portal
(http://www.yarmouth.ma.us/1695/Zoning-Portal) to provide basic information on types
of uses or businesses that may be allowed by-right or with a Special Permit;
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establishment of the South Yarmouth Opportunity Zone; and implementation of physical
improvements funded through the Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund.
• DLTA Assistance – Utilizing funding secured through the District Local Technical
Assistance program, Staff have collaborated with the Cape Cod Commission on three
separate initiatives including updates to the Town’s Historic Property Inventory, a
Housing Preference Survey, and an analysis of bike path and trail connections between
the Cape Cod Rail Trail and the former Drive-In Site.
Thank you to Staff, Volunteers and residents for your work to make Yarmouth a great place to
live, work or visit. Your efforts are much appreciated!
Respectfully Submitted,
Karen M. Greene
Director of Community Development
PLANNING BOARD
The Planning Board developed and assisted in the passage of three Zoning Articles amending the
By-laws at the Annual Town Meeting: the prohibition of Marijuana Establishments in the Use
Regulation Table; modifications to Section 404 – Hotel/Motel Overlay District 1 to eliminate the
provision for conversion of existing motel structures into multi-family housing while retaining
the right to create housing through new construction; and miscellaneous amendments to allow
for bus shelters and to promote clarity in the zoning by-law. The greatest efforts went into the
development of a fourth article – siting and regulating Recreational Marijuana Establishments.
However, as the Board of Selectmen article to ban Marijuana Establishments passed, this fourth
article was withdrawn at Town Meeting.
In addition to the development of Zoning By-law amendments, the Planning Board is responsible
for the formal review of Preliminary and Definitive Subdivisions Plans, Lot Releases, Approval
Not Required (ANR) Plans, Scenic Roads, Street Names, and Special Permits for certain projects
developing under Section 404 – Motel By-law, the Revitalization Overlay Architectural District
(ROAD) By-law and cluster subdivisions. The Planning Board is also responsible for
conducting Site Plan Review for all Village Center Overlay District (VCOD) projects. Below is
a comparison of the number of Planning Board actions taken in 2018 and in the previous three
years:
Planning Board Actions 2015-2018
2015 2016 2017 2018
Business Meetings 20 18 20 18
Workshop Meetings 0 2 0 0
Public Hearings 3 4 2 2
Approval Not Required Plans 5 3 0 3
Preliminary Subdivisions 0 0 1 0
Definitive Subdivisions/Modifications 0 0 1 1
Special Permits 1 0 1 0
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R.O.A.D. Projects 0 0 0 0
VCOD SPR 0 0 2 0
Design Review Hearings 0 0 0 0
Scenic Road Hearings 0 1 0 0
Articles Presented at Town Meetings 5 4 5 4
Members also served on a variety of other Town committees and worked for other community
groups, as outlined below:
Committee Assignment Planning Board Member
Community & Economic Development Committee
(CEDC)
Norm Weare
Community Housing Committee (CHC) Tom Baron
Capital Budget Committee Joanne Crowley
Community Preservation Committee (CPC) Tom Roche
Yarmouth Affordable Housing Trust (AHT as CPC
Representative) Tom Roche
Drive-In Site Utilization Committee Tom Roche
Design Review Committee (DRC) Chris Vincent
Motel Predevelopment Fund Selection Committee Brad Goodwin
Water Resources Advisory Committee (WRAC) Lee Rowley
The Planning Board participated in discussions on the update to the Cape Cod Commission
Regional Policy Plan, the Cape Cod Energy Park, the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness
(MVP) program, water quality, watersheds and the Aquifer Protection District (APD), and
Opportunity Zones.
Respectfully submitted,
Brad Goodwin, Chairman Tom Roche, Vice Chairman
Joanne Crowley, Clerk Norm Weare
Chris Vincent Tom Baron
Lee Rowley Staff: Kathy Williams, Town Planner
AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST
The Yarmouth Affordable Housing Trust was established in fall 2007, pursuant to a Town
Meeting Vote as provided for by the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Fund Bill, Chapter
491 of the Acts of 2004 (MGL c. 44 Sec 55C). The purpose of the Trust is to provide for the
creation and preservation of affordable housing for the benefit of low and moderate income
households. The Trust looks to take advantage of the flexibility inherent in a Housing Trust by
creating and funding housing opportunities that need action more quickly than a yearly Town
Meeting may allow.
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The Yarmouth Affordable Housing Trust has played a pivotal role in the Town’s Affordable
Housing Program. To date the Trust has produced or supported 68 new units, preserved 7
existing units, and supported over 50 additional households. Looking ahead, the Trust has 150
new affordable units planned.
In 2018 the Trustees met nine times and dedicated their time and resources to Motel
Redevelopment, the Buy-Down Homeownership Program, the Town-wide Rental Home
Program, the Ready Renters List, Veteran Housing, and the Affordable Housing Preservation
Program. The Trust issued one Request for Proposals to Create Affordable Housing, the review
of which will continue into 2019. These efforts were coordinated with the Town’s Community
Preservation Committee, the Community Housing Committee, and the Department of
Community Development.
The Trust is pleased to report that in 2018 Dakota Partners completely razed the former Cavalier
Motel, and started construction of Yarmouth Commons. Yarmouth Commons is a brand new
complex with 69 high quality affordable apartments, a community building, a playground, and an
on-site wastewater treatment facility. The construction is expected to be completed in 2019.
In 2019 the Trust will focus its efforts on the development of new affordable units located
throughout Yarmouth. We also hope to provide more options to Veterans, either through
affordable rentals or a group homes. The Trust would like to thank the Community Preservation
Committee, the Board of Selectmen, and the voters for their critical support of our programs.
We look forward to another productive year in 2019.
Respectfully submitted,
Daniel Knapik, Chairman
Robert C. Lawton, Jr., Vice Chairman
AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST
AFFORDABLE UNITS PRODUCTION 2007-2018
UNITS
CREATED
UNITS
PLANNED
HOMEOWNERSHIP
Buy-Down Program 16 20
Affordable Housing Creation by Our First Home 3
Affordable Housing Creation by Habitat for
Humanity 6
Construction of Town-owned Land 1 16
RENTAL
Affordable Rental Units by Motel Redevelopment 109
Rental Units by Conversion of Properties 11
Rental Units Supported by Ready Renters List 31
Veteran Group Home 5
TOTAL 68 150
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Erik Tolley, Board of Selectmen Representative (May 2018 – Present)
Thomas Roche, Community Preservation Committee Representative
Nate Small, Community Housing Committee Representative
Norman Holcomb, Board of Selectmen Representation (through May 2018)
Staff: Mary Waygan, Affordable Housing/CDBG Program Administrator
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Community and Economic Development Committee (CEDC) was established in 2005 to
coordinate economic development activities and to broaden a sense of community among
residents and businesses in Town. Additionally, the Committee is charged with oversight of the
Town’s Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund (TRPF). Established by Annual Town Meeting in
2008 and authorized by an Act of Special Legislation, the TRPF is funded by local rooms and
meal tax receipts and is used to support and grow Yarmouth’s tourism industry. The Committee
is comprised of seven members and includes a representative from the Planning Board and the
Executive Director of the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce.
During 2018, the CEDC met 19 times focusing their efforts around programming associated with
the Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund.
Physical Improvements – Funding for physical improvements is required to
account for 20% to 40% of the overall fund. During 2018, funding was utilized to
repair the Bass Hole and Taylor Bray Farm boardwalks. Also, TRPF funds were
utilized to fund a “Beautification Team” – two summer employees who, under the
direction of Parks & Recreation and the Department of Public Works, helped to
clean up Route 28 weeds as well as various locations in Town such as the Drive-
In Site, the 6A playground, Baxter Gristmill, and the Judah Baker Windmill
(among other sites).
Marketing – Marketing Yarmouth as a destination for visitors and investment
remains a priority for the CEDC. In 2018, $175,000 was allocated for services
that are delivered by the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce through a contract
awarded as a result of a competitive bid for “Marketing, Visitor Services, and
Event Coordination.” Through this funding, the Chamber is responsible for
marketing the Town as a destination, improving visitor services provided through
the Chamber, and organizing/facilitating special events that help to create
community spirit and which contribute positively to community image.
Special Events – Funding for Special Events has been a priority since the
inception of the TRPF, with approximately $100,000 allocated for 2018 events
including: the Seaside Festival, PawPalooza, the Cultural Center of Cape Cod,
the Irish Festival, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and the Taylor-Bray Farm
Fall/Sheep Festival. Special events positively impact our local economy by
fostering a sense of community, providing a positive image of the Town, and by
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bringing visitors to the community who stay at our lodging facilities, eat at our
restaurants, and shop locally.
In addition to overseeing the Tourism Revenue Preservation Fund, the CEDC also explored new
ways to incentivize business development in Yarmouth. The Committee worked with Town staff
on submitting an application to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Economic
Development which was subsequently approved and submitted to the U.S. Department of
Treasury for designation of an “Opportunity Zone.” This application was approved in June 2018
and presents a unique opportunity to encourage investment in the South Yarmouth Census Tract.
The Committee has also extended outreach efforts with economic development partners
including Open Cape, the Massachusetts Office of Business Development, and
MassDevelopment. With regards to the latter, these efforts have resulted in a recommendation to
the Board of Selectmen that Yarmouth opt in to the Massachusetts Property Assessed Clean
Energy (PACE) program. The PACE program is for commercial buildings, and is a new
mechanism to finance energy improvements, such as energy-efficiency projects, renewables, and
gas line extensions, on commercial and industrial properties in Massachusetts. This effort will
be presented early in 2019.
In 2019, CEDC will continue their efforts leveraging the Tourism Fund for programs and events
that support the Town’s tourism industry. In addition, the Committee will work to develop
programming and partnerships that will support existing businesses and that will help to attract
new businesses.
I would like to thank the Committee and Staff for their diligent efforts and their commitment to
making Yarmouth a great place to live, work and visit. I would also like to thank long-time
Committee members John Barker and Tom George, both of whom resigned this year. Their
thoughtful participation and insights to the business community were valuable and will be
missed.
Respectfully submitted,
Peter Q. Smith, Chair
Committee Members:
Ken Smith, Vice Chair
Ryan Castle
Jack McCormack, Representative to Design Review and Drive-In Site Utilization Committees
Stephen O’Neil
Mary Vilbon, Executive Director of Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce
Norm Weare, Planning Board Representative
Karen Greene, Staff
Kyle Pedicini, Staff
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DRIVE IN SITE UTILIZATION COMMITTEE
Originally established in April 2015, the Drive-In Site Utilization Committee (DISUC) was
charged with identifying possible uses for the former Drive-In property at 669 Route 28. This
vacant 22 acres of Town-owned land has been underutilized since it was purchased in 1986 and
is ideally located along the Parker’s River in the heart of Route 28.
Through their initial work in 2015, the Committee recommended a Riverwalk Park and
Boardwalk over the marsh, with the remainder of the property used for interim uses such as
concerts and other community events. To investigate this proposal in more detail, funding was
obtained for a Riverwalk and Boardwalk Feasibility/Concept Design Study and a consultant,
BETA Group, was selected to conduct this work. The DISUC, Town Staff, and consultant
BETA worked for over a year to evaluate alternatives, identify amenities and materials, outline
environmental resources and permitting requirements, develop project costs (including design,
permitting, construction, and maintenance costs), and garner public input. The DISUC presented
their findings to the Board of Selectmen at their May 22, 2018 meeting with the following five
recommendations:
1. Retain the entire Drive-In property for Recreational Uses and not dispose of any portion of
the property;
2. Establish Festivals and Special Events as the permanent use in the former Drive-In Area;
3. Move forward with the Riverwalk Park as shown in the DISUC Preferred Concept Plan;
4. Move forward with some form of Boardwalk which is central to the success of the project
(either across the marsh or a loop); and
5. Permit and design the Riverwalk Park and Boardwalk together and proceed with
construction as funding and resources permit.
The preferred Riverwalk
Park concept includes a
variety of amenities,
including parking,
pathways, restrooms,
landscaping with native
vegetation, lawn area with
shade structure for a variety
of events, various seating
options, interactive natural
playscape area, kayak
launch with vendor trailer
and leased storage,
educational kiosk on
boating safety and other
interpretive signage, and space for future artist tents/shanties and public art. The Boardwalk
design incorporates a 6’ wide boardwalk made of Brazilian hardwood with wooden railings
flared out on the sides. The boardwalk will include a number of outlooks with grating and
interpretive signage.
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The Board of Selectmen were in
general support of the five
recommendations and wanted the
DISUC to move forward with their
work. At the July 24, 2018 BOS
meeting, the Board approved moving
forward with a Looped Boardwalk
that did not cross the marsh, with
short-term improvements to
encourage events and concerts at the
site, and to proceed with the submission of a Community Preservation Act (CPA) application for
the overall project. To maintain momentum, the Board also revised the Committee’s Charge to
include oversight of development of the recommendations, the event space improvements, a
policy on conducting events at the site, obtaining funding for the project, and reporting their
findings and further recommendations to the Board of Selectmen.
Since approval of the revised charge in July 2018, the DISUC and Town Staff have:
• Completed clean-up of the drive-in site in preparation for the Irish and Country Festival
held on August 18th using Department of Public Works Staff, the Town Beautification
Team, and Americorp;
• Submitted a CPA application for $3.7 million for 100% of design and permitting, and
50% of the anticipated construction costs. The CPA has voted in favor of this
application for inclusion on the 2019 Annual Town Meeting warrant;
• Met with multiple event organizers to get a better understanding of the short-term and
long-term amenities needed to promote use of the site for festivals and events; and
• Began development of an Interim Use Policy for events held on the property.
I would like to welcome Bud Nugent as a full member and to thank Committee members and
staff for their time and commitment to this very important project. Development of the Drive-In
property presents an exciting opportunity to create a destination location that will revitalize
Yarmouth’s Route 28 Corridor and encourage further private investment in the area.
Respectfully submitted,
James K. Saben, Chair
Committee Members:
Thomas Roche, Vice Chair Rich Bilski
Jack McCormack David Reid
Bud Nugent Peter Slovak
Staff:
Karen Greene, Director of Community Development
Kathy Williams, Town Planner
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COMMUNITY HOUSING COMMITTEE
The Community Housing Committee works to increase the availability of Affordable Housing in
Yarmouth while maintaining the quality of life of all residents. Affordable Housing is safe and
decent, serves households earning less than 80% of the Area Medium Income (currently $68,000
for a family of four), and limits housing costs to 30% of household income. The Town currently
has 596 Affordable Housing units which is 5% of Yarmouth’s 12,037 year-round housing units,
and is halfway to the state mandated goal of 10%.
In 2018 the former Cavalier Motel at 881 Route 28, South Yarmouth was completely demolished
and the construction of Yarmouth Commons as an affordable housing complex began.
Yarmouth Commons is an attractive development consisting of 69 affordable rental units, a
community building, a playground, and an on-site waste water treatment facility. The
apartments will be a mix of one, two and three bedroom units. This development represents a
significant milestone for both the Town’s Affordable Housing Program and the efforts to
revitalize the Route 28 economic corridor. With the progress made at Yarmouth Commons, the
Town’s Housing Production Plan was certified by the state, giving the Town a 12-month safe
harbor from unwanted Chapter 40B Comprehensive Permit applications.
A second Motel Redevelopment is proposed at Yarmouth Gardens Motor Lodge, located at 497
Route 28, West Yarmouth, with forty affordable apartments in an attractive complex consisting
of a playground, a community room, and superior landscaping. Yarmouth Gardens is currently
applying to the state for tax credits and other subsidies.
The Committee ended 2018 with a listening session and a survey where residents ranked housing
programs and services. The Committee looks forward to analyzing these results in 2019. We
will continue to work closely with our community partners to create safe and decent Affordable
Housing, which is vital to keep our families and long-time residents here on the Cape, to secure
an adequate workforce, and to provide a suitable living environment for all of our residents.
Respectfully Submitted,
Nate Small, Chairman
Thomas Baron, Planning Board Representative
Richard Carroll, HOME Consortium Representative
Susan Christiansen
Lorraine Doyle
Lee Hamilton
D.J. Sullivan
Melisa Ellis, resigned
Staff:
Mary Waygan, Affordable Housing/CDBG Program Administrator
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COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT PROGRAM
Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds are a dedicated funding source available to enhance
the character of Yarmouth’s year-round community and tourist economy and to support
economic development across the Town. The use of funds is dedicated for community housing
initiatives, historic resource preservation, open space protection, and recreational opportunities.
Since the adoption of this law by Yarmouth in 2005, Yarmouth taxpayers have contributed $18.9
million to the CPA program. This has attracted $8.4 million in State matching funds and $37.2
in matching projects grants. In total, the CPA has contributed $64.4 million to our community
from a taxpayer investment of $18.9 million.
The CPA program is a primary source of funds for building the character of Yarmouth and
making the Town an attractive place to live and visit. The CPA program strengthens our Town
by expanding housing opportunities and by supporting the tourism industry through the
preservation of Yarmouth’s historic and natural resources. These funds are essential to
improving the quality of our recreational and open space resources for all to enjoy.
The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) makes funding recommendations to Town
Meeting based on many factors, including the overall community benefit. In 2018, the
Committee held 17 regular business meetings and a majority of meeting time was spent
reviewing proposals, interviewing applicants, and monitoring active projects. In addition, the
Committee hosted an annual public hearing in September to garner input on community needs
and project possibilities.
CPA Program Highlights
Since adopting the CPA in 2004, Town Meeting voters have appropriated the following total
amounts for each target area: $11,173,972 for community housing; $6,827,632 for historic
resources; $4,418,730 for open space acquisitions; and $3,019,017 for recreational projects.
At the 2018 Annual Town Meeting, voters approved 8 projects. There were four community
housing projects, nine historic preservation projects, and one recreation project. This was an
active year spent monitoring 36 on-going projects for CPA compliance and reviewing 16 new
applications this past fall for consideration in the FY19 grant round.
The CPA Program has generated approximately two million dollars annually since it was
adopted in 2004. CPA funds are raised through an annual three-percent property surcharge,
which is then matched by State funds collected as part of the Registry of Deeds excise surcharge.
In FY18, Yarmouth received a State match of 19%. The total CPA revenue, including State
matching funds, for the past five years is as follows: FY14 - $2,342,114; FY15 - $2,065,413;
FY16 - $2,090,919; FY17 - $2,008,924; FY18 - $2,011,023.
While there are many projects underway, we would like to take this opportunity to highlight
some major milestones of the year:
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Community Housing Projects
• In 2018, the Housing Assistance Corporation (HAC) and
the Harwich Ecumenical Council for Housing (HECH)
continued to utilize CPA funds to preserve homes for
low-income residents through emergency repairs. To
date, HECH’s program has preserved 12 homes and is
currently working with five additional income-eligible
homeowners. HAC has completed its program and in
total preserved 11 homes over the last three years.
• The CPA continued to support the Rental Assistance Program, administered by the Council
of Churches Hands of Hope Outreach Center. The program is in its seventh year and has
assisted sixty-four low-income Yarmouth renters stay safely housed since inception.
• The Yarmouth Municipal Housing Trust is an important component to create and preserve
housing in our Town. Many CPA projects have been funded through the Trust, including
Motel Redevelopment, the Buy-Down Homeownership Program and the Town-wide Rental
Homes Program. Additional project updates can be found in the Affordable Housing Trust
section of this annual report.
Historic Resource Projects
• The Yarmouth Port Library received a grant of $94,016 to preserve it historic building with
replacement windows and repairs to window sills and trim. This work was completed in the
fall of 2018, under budget.
• The South Yarmouth Library received a grant of $78,024 as part of a three-town effort with
libraries in Barnstable and Dennis to create a digital archive of the Yarmouth Register and
Barnstable Patriot newspapers.
• Work continued in 2018 on a 2017 grant to refurbish the historic Amos Baker House on the
property of the St. David’s Episcopal Church on Old Main Street in South Yarmouth. The
project includes lifting the structure and creating a safe and secure foundation where none
had existed before.
Open Space Projects
• Design and permitting work is underway on the Parker's River Tidal Restoration project that
was approved in 2016 totaling $1.6 million in CPA funds and over $1 million in matching
State and Federal funds. This project will begin in 2019 and will improve tidal flows to the
Parker's River/Swan Pond estuary system by replacing the existing 18-foot-wide bridge at
Route 28 with a new 30-foot-wide bridge. The project has numerous public benefits
including improving the ecosystem, water quality, and reducing nitrogen loads.
• Several open space sites in Town continue to receive care and treatment to mitigate invasive
plant species.
Recreation Projects
• The completion of the Packet Landing pavilion and restrooms created a beautiful gateway
into Yarmouth from Dennis along Bass River and Route 28. This project was funded with
$132,300 in Tourism Revenue Preservation funds and $318,100 in CPA funds.
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• A plan for final design and engineering work at Sandy Pond Recreation Area in line with the
master recreation plan was approved by Town voters in May 2018. $275,000 in CPA funds
will be utilized to prepare for the final construction improvements to the site.
• For Flax Pond Recreation Area, voters approved $275,000 in CPA funds to construct
pickleball courts for this rapidly expanding sport. Ground was broken in the fall of 2018,
with completion expected by summer 2019.
• For the Cape Cod Rail Trail, progress in 2018 included the opening of a new pedestrian/bike
bridge over Station Avenue and a beautiful scenic bridge over Bass River that connects
Yarmouth to Dennis.
Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to another productive year.
Respectfully submitted,
Gary Ellis, Chair (At-large member)
Thomas J. Roche, Vice-chair (Planning Board representative)
Mary Ann Walsh, Clerk (Yarmouth Housing Authority representative)
Beverly Bachand (Historical Commission representative)
Paul Huggins (Conservation Commission representative)
Thomas Kelley (At-large member)
Heather McElroy (Open Space Committee representative)
Dorcas McGurrin (Recreation Commission representative)
Nathan Small (Community Housing Committee representative)
Staff: Michael Barry, Program Coordinator
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
“The economy is a wholly owned subsidiary of the environment, not the reverse"
Herman Daly
Commission Charge:
The Conservation Commission is charged with the “promotion and development of natural
resources and protection of watershed resources” having been established by the Board of
Selectmen in 1961 in compliance with the Conservation Act (MGL Chap. 40, Sec. 8C). The
Conservation Commission has been serving the community for 57 years subject to the
Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act (M.G.L .Chap. 131 sec. 40) and Town of Yarmouth
General By-law (Chap. 143). These laws establish the Conservation Commission as the
municipal focal point for environmental protection, processing applications for permits to do
work in and near wetland resource areas, planning, acquiring and managing open space, and
encouraging and monitoring conservation restrictions. Twenty-three open meetings and seventy-
three new deliberations have been conducted this year to ensure the quality of the Town’s coastal
and inland wetlands as well as the interests they protect. The Conservation Commission
manages approximately 1,800 acres of conservation land with the assistance of the Division of
Natural Resources. As the municipal focal point for the state of the environment in Yarmouth it
is incumbent upon the Commission to act in the best long-term healthful interests of our
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community. In cooperation with town administration and departments the Commission acts to
protect the valuable environmental and conservation assets of the area, working within the fiscal
realities of the Town. The natural changes and environmental challenges constantly occurring on
the Cape demand flexibility and foresight in regulatory activities.
2018 Accomplishments:
Environmental Quality - In cooperation with other
Town Departments (DPW, Natural Resources,
Health, Recreation, among others), the
Conservation Commission has been involved in the
following issues: Storm water regulations, storm
damage cleanup, land management, open space
acquisition, vista pruning, and invasive vegetation
removal. Six Town properties were prioritized for
their open space, recreation, tourism, and conservation value to the Town and a three year
management program was developed to treat and remove invasive vegetation to improve scenic
vistas and wildlife habitat. The work began in late summer/fall of 2018 and will continue
through 2020. The targeted properties are Mill Creek Park, Chase Brook Park, Alms House
Road, Meadowbrook Boardwalk, Bass Hole Beach, and Taylor Bray Farm.
Community Involvement – Two community clean-up events were
held in 2018. The Yarmouth Annual Community Clean-up Day held
in April was once again a great success. With over 180 volunteers,
over 450 man hours worked, and 1.7 tons of trash picked up, this
clean-up effort made a visible difference in the Town of Yarmouth.
This event was made possible by the collaboration of various Town
departments and organizations including: The Yarmouth Chamber of
Commerce, Yarmouth Parks and Recreation Department, Yarmouth Department of Public
Works, Yarmouth Conservation Department, Yarmouth Police Department, AmeriCorps, and
community volunteers.
In September, the Conservation Office coordinated a COASTSWEEP event to
collect trash along Bass River and Yarmouth’s south coast beaches.
COASTSWEEP participants joined hundreds of thousands of other volunteers
in the world’s largest volunteer effort collecting and recording trash, fishing
line, and other marine debris.
AmeriCorps Cape Cod Service
The Conservation Office and the Division of Natural Resources have been
privileged to host placements through the AmeriCorps Cape Cod
service organization in 2018. Corey Bray joined us October 2017
through July 2018, assisting with the development of the
Yarmouth Environmental Stewards (YES) Network. The
volunteer network will assist the Town with monitoring and
maintaining its trails and conservation land and build support for
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environmental stewardship projects. Continuing Corey’s work from October of 2018,
AmeriCorps placement Samantha Pierce is creating educational and outreach materials for
volunteers and also assisting with the Town’s emergency preparedness planning. The monetary
value of these placement is estimated to exceed $15,000 per year, providing a significant benefit
to the Town.
Town Projects – The Conservation Commission was involved in a number of Town projects in
2018, including the Parker’s River Restoration, the Drive-In Site Utilization project, Baxter Grist
Mill improvements, and the Yankee Village Motel acquisition. The Conservation Office also
participated in the environmental review process for the Vineyard Wind Connector project.
Under the guidance of the Conservation Office, the update to the Yarmouth Open Space and
Recreation Plan was finalized in 2018, opening the door for the Town to receive grant funding
for related projects.
Continuing Education - In order to remain abreast of environmental issues, the Conservation
Commission has attended numerous conferences, webinars, and seminars conducted by:
Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management, Association to Preserve Cape Cod, Waquoit
Bay Reserve, and Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commission dealing with topics
such as: storm water management, ecological restoration, protection of water resources, invasive
plant management, and coastal zone management.
Community Relations – Over 150 "on-site visits" have been conducted by the Conservation
Commission and Administrator, most of which have involved a discussion with the petitioner.
Regulations are explained, suggestions are made, or alternatives are suggested. The Commission
works assiduously to promote amicable, comprehensive, timely, responsive, appropriate, and
informative personal interactions with the community.
The Upcoming Year - The Commission is looking forward to 2019. We will continue to
provide friendly, courteous, helpful service in a timely manner, and work with residents,
business, and other Town departments to create a balance between development and wetland
protection in sensitive areas. During 2019, the Conservation Office will continue the transition
to an online permitting system to streamline the permitting process for applicants. The
Commission will continue its efforts to improve water quality by making updates to the by-law
regulations for storm water and pollutant discharges that pose a risk to the environment. Sea
level rise and the increasing risk of severe storms is a significant threat to the livability and
economic stability of our coastal community. As such, the Commission will also be an active
participant in the Municipal Vulnerability Planning process for which a planning grant was
secured in 2018.
Special Acknowledgments - As in past years, the Commission would like to thank Town of
Yarmouth staff for their support and assistance during the year. They make our job that much
easier, and in turn the residents benefit.
The Commission is composed of seven fully dedicated volunteer residents whose expertise
includes: professor of environmental health; communications technician; marine construction
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consultant; assistant harbormaster/USCG Licensed Master; executive director of Duxbury Beach
Reservation and wildlife biologist; and education administrator.
The Commission wishes to express appreciation for the contribution of Megan Schlesinger who
served on the Commission during 2018 before departing to pursue a new career opportunity.
The Commission would also like to welcome Paul Huggins. Paul has become a valuable
member of the Commission, as well as serving as the Commission’s representative to the
Community Preservation Committee. The Commission ended the year with one vacant position.
The Conservation Office has greatly benefited from the appointment of part-time Administrative
Assistant Dawn-Marie Flett, bringing significant improvements in customer service for the
public.
Respectfully submitted,
Town of Yarmouth Conservation Commission,
Rick Bishop, Chairman
Dr. Thomas Durkin, Vice Chairman, Representative to Water Resources Committee
Philip Johnston, Secretary
Ellie Lawrence
Cris Luttazi
Paul Huggins, Representative to the Community Preservation Committee
Staff:
Kelly Grant, Conservation Administrator
Dawn-Marie Flett, Part-time Administrative Assistant
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE
The Design Review Committee (DRC) continues to play an important role in our community by
advancing aesthetic improvements to commercial site designs and buildings through their review
process. The DRC is responsible for reviewing all commercial projects located south of Route 6,
and all projects developing under By-law Section 404 – Motels (HMOD1 and HMOD2), Section
411 - Revitalization Overlay Architectural District (R.O.A.D.), and Section 414 – Village
Centers Overlay District (VCOD).
The DRC reviews projects based on their adherence to the Yarmouth Architectural & Site
Design Standards. These Standards include Siting Strategies to enhance the streetscape by
bringing buildings closer to the road, promoting landscape buffers and pedestrian amenities, and
reducing the visual impacts of larger buildings and parking areas. The Standards also include
Building Strategies to help reduce the impact of larger buildings and promote architectural
interest by varying the façade line, building height and roof line, and incorporating pedestrian
scaled features. The Standards also promote the use of traditional building materials (or low
maintenance materials that simulate natural building materials).
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The DRC provides advisory review for commercial projects, and reviews projects developing
under Section 404, Section 411 and Section 414 for mandatory compliance with the Standards.
The DRC is the Design Review Authority for commercial projects and those motel projects
developing in the HMOD1 motel district along Route 28. The DRC advises the Planning Board,
who acts as the Design Review Authority on motel projects in the South Shore Drive motel
district (HMOD2), and on projects submitted to the Town under the R.O.A.D. and the VCOD
By-laws. The Design Review Committee is also a member of the Site Plan Review Team.
The DRC reviewed five projects in 2018. These commercial developments included a wireless
communication facility and renovations/expansions at four commercial enterprises. The
Committee works hard to ensure each development is thoughtfully designed and aesthetically
pleasing by providing input on the site design, landscaping, and building architecture.
The Committee members are looking forward to another productive year and the opportunity to
promote visual improvements to site designs and commercial buildings in the Town’s motel
districts and commercial areas.
Respectfully submitted,
Dick Martin, Chairman
Sara Jane Porter
Charles Adams
Jack McCormack
Chris Vincent
Staff: Kathy Williams, Town Planner
HISTORICAL COMMISSION
The Yarmouth Historical Commission was established under Chapter 40, Section 8D, of the
Massachusetts General Laws to assist the Town with the preservation, protection, and
development of its historical and archaeological assets. The Commission works with other Town
boards and committees as well as the Cape Cod Commission on preservation projects as needed.
In addition, the Commission administers the Town’s demolition by-law which was established to
assist in the preservation of significant properties more than 75 years old that are located outside
of the Old King’s Highway Historic District. If the Commission finds that a significant structure
should be preserved, a demolition delay of up to 180 days may be imposed to allow time for
property owners to incorporate the significant structure into new plans or to locate a purchaser to
preserve or restore the structure.
During 2018, the Commission held nine meetings, six site visits and one public hearing. The
Commission received three requests from applicants seeking to fully demolish and two requests
to partially demolish structures that were more than 75 years old. The Commission thoroughly
researched and inspected the properties before determining that the proposed demolition of all
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structures would not be detrimental to the architectural, cultural, or historical heritage of
Yarmouth and therefore were not subject to a demolition delay.
The Commission also assists the Town in their efforts to preserve, promote, and educate the
public about the three Town-owned historic properties: The Judah Baker Windmill, the Taylor-
Bray Farm, and the Baxter Grist Mill.
Judah Baker Windmill
The Judah Baker Windmill was open from Memorial Day through Columbus Day. During this
time, the mill had over 800 visitors from near and far. Some returning with their children and
grandchildren and some stopping by to visit and to share more stories and information about the
mill. One of the most exciting things to happen to the mill this year was being showcased on a
segment of Chronicle (Boston’s award winning magazine show) which aired in July. The
Chronicle staff spent over two hours interviewing and videotaping with two of our volunteer
docents, Mary Lou Remon and Maureen Sullivan. Many thanks and gratitude to Mary Lou and
Maureen for being such wonderful and informative hosts.
The mill experienced a few personnel changes this year. Yarmouth Historical Commissioner
Beverly Bachand took over as lead docent/liaison to the Town and was joined by three new
volunteers to the docent team: Cheryl Anne Kidney, Marie Ward, and Patricia Mulhearn.
Thanks to the amazing, dedicated volunteers Mary Lou Remon, Maureen Sullivan, Darnell
Brown, Commissioner Fred Fries, Marcia Leonard, Jack MacClelland, Richard Shea, and Gloria
Roth who trained and brought these newcomers up to speed in no time. Also, a special thank
you to former docent Lorraine Loughlin for providing plantings and caring for the landscaping at
the mill throughout the season.
On a sad note, the Judah Baker Windmill family lost another very dear friend, Anne Seeley.
Anne had a lifelong personal history with the mill and was deeply passionate about passing her
knowledge and experiences on to the docents. She also spent many years hosting and educating
visitors about the mill in a way that only Anne could. She is truly missed.
Taylor-Bray Farm
The Yarmouth Historical Commission continues to work with the Taylor-Bray Farm
Preservation Association (TBFPA) in support of all aspects of Farm activities. The Annual
Sheep Festival in June, the Fall Festival in October, and the Holiday Festival in December
continue to attract thousands of visitors and raised over $16,000 for the farm this year. In
addition to the Festivals, the Farm was host to six birthday parties, 12 school group tours with
hayrides and two weddings. In the spring, five lambs were born bringing much joy to the
caretakers and visitors alike. Sadly in May, the farm said a final goodbye to Fiona, a Scottish
Highland Cow that had resided on the farm since 2000. Her half-sister Chloe is doing well in
Fiona’s absence.
The Samuel Taylor House continues to attract people from many areas. The house was open on
Saturday’s beginning with the Sheep Festival in June through the Fall Festival in October and
was also open during the Holiday Festival in December. There continues to be an increase in
visitors and interest in the house. The decor within the house is ever changing so that repeat
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visitors will see new and interesting things and learn more about life in the times of Samuel
Taylor and the Bray Brothers. There are 10 docents who provide tours and present a history of
the house and Samuel Taylor. The Commission continues to seek volunteers to join the docent
team to assist with events such as story reading for children about farm life in the 1800’s and
lectures pertaining to items in the house. If interested or if you have questions, please visit the
house and feel free to speak to any one of the knowledgeable docents.
This was the first year since 2010 that the Taylor-Bray Farm Archaeology Project did not
conduct any fieldwork at the Farm. However, the knowledge collected over the years was put to
use in creating interpretive signage throughout the Farm to educate visitors about the site’s rich
past. That human history began 10,000 years ago when nomadic Native people left behind
archaeological evidence of their presence and moved on through colonial days and into a 21st
century revival of this old farmstead with key help from the Town’s Community Preservation
Grant Program. In April, the farm’s archaeological history was presented to a standing room
only audience at the Yarmouth Port Library and a small exhibit of artifacts was on display for
visitors to the farmhouse. Planning has begun for an archaeology exhibit at Town Hall in 2019.
Baxter Grist Mill
The Commission continues to work with and support other Town departments (Community
Development, Community Preservation Committee, Public Works, and Conservation) in their
efforts towards the rehabilitation of the Baxter Grist Mill dam, sluiceway, and upgrade of the fish
ladder.
Membership
Commissioners’ terms are three years, and Associates are appointed annually to provide specific
expertise. The Commission recently welcomed George Slama as an Associate member.
George’s knowledge and expertise will be a valuable asset to the Commission. The Commission
is currently seeking volunteers to fill two vacant Commissioner positions. Anyone interested in
becoming a Commission member should complete a Talent Bank form through the Town’s
website.
As always, the Commission is grateful for the assistance and professionalism extended to us by
Beth Vozella, our Office Administrator.
Respectfully submitted,
Julie Mockabee, Chair
Frederick Fries, Vice Chair
Beverly Bachand, Commissioner
Jack Duggan, Commissioner
Duncan Oliver, Commissioner
Kathe Hyslop Associate
George Slama, Associate
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OLD KING’S HIGHWAY
REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMITTEE
Old King’s Highway (OKH) Regional Historic District was established under Massachusetts
General Laws, Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as amended. It is the largest historic district in
America which encompasses the area between Route 6 (Mid-Cape Highway) and Cape Cod Bay
extending from Sandwich to Orleans. The boundaries of Yarmouth’s OKH District are from
Route 6 (Mid-Cape Highway) north to the bay between the Barnstable and Dennis town lines.
The OKH Regional Historic District Act governs the local Committee and the regional
Commission who work together to maintain the area’s esthetic and cultural heritage by
protecting and preserving its buildings and settings in keeping with the early days of Cape Cod.
At the Commission level, the OKH Committee Chairman represents Yarmouth at the monthly
appeal hearings and regularly consults with the OKH Regional Historic District attorney with
any legal questions that arise. During 2018, one decision of the Yarmouth OKH Committee was
appealed and upheld by the Commission.
The Yarmouth OKH Committee holds public meetings on the second and fourth Monday of each
month. In 2018, the Committee held 21 public hearings and acted upon a total of 263
applications. The table below summarizes this activity over the past three years.
2016 2017 2018
Certificates of Appropriateness 79 90
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Certificates of Appropriateness-Solar Panels 37 14 8
Certificates of Exemption 133 109 136
Minor Change Amendments 17 16 10
Certificates of Demolition/Removal 6 3 3
Total 272 232 263
In addition to the above, the OKH Office Administrator reviewed over 85 Express Building
Permits for routine maintenance requests that do not require a formal OKH application, but
which do require a review and sign-off signifying that the work proposed falls under this
category. The OKH Chairman performed 12 new construction inspections to insure compliance
with OKH-approved plans prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit, and the OKH Office
Administrator worked diligently to resolve 10 violations seeking assistance from the Building
Department staff when needed.
An annual effort is made to inform and/or remind owners of the 3900+ properties in Yarmouth’s
OKH District, that the Committee must approve all proposed changes to the exterior of existing
structures or settings prior to work being started. Reminders are sent via spring water bill
inserts and postcard mailings. Such changes include, but are not limited to: new construction,
additions, alterations, windows/doors, changes of color (except to white), decks, fences/walls (of
any height or material), siding, sheds, signs, solar panels and demolitions (in whole or in part).
Additional reminders are also posted on the local cable channel and in the Town Hall.
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For more than 45 years, our OKH Regional District Committee has been committed to
preserving the architecture of the past, while blending it with the future. To that end, the Old
King’s Highway Committee would like residents to know that while they encourage and support
the use of alternative energy (i.e., solar panels), it is the Committee’s responsibility to administer
the Act and insure that systems are efficient and have minimal visual impact on the surrounding
neighborhood.
Chairman/Architect Richard Gegenwarth and alternate Dawn-Marie Flett have been re-appointed
by the Board of Selectmen for one-year terms and member Rosemary Nicholls was re-elected for
a four year term. Also, due to unforeseen circumstances, OKH alternate Judith Recknagel
resigned from the Committee. The Committee accepted Judith’s resignation with understanding
and thanks her for her consistent attendance and valuable contributions over the last four years.
The Committee wishes Judith well and looks forward to her return when/if circumstances permit
her to do so. Consequently, the Committee has an opening for one volunteer Alternate position.
Anyone interested in joining the Committee should complete a Talent Bank form through the
Town’s website: www.yarmouth.ma.us.
The OKH Committee also wishes to thank our Office Administrator, Beth Vozella, who
continues to keep things running smoothly and efficiently.
For more information or if interested in joining the Committee, please contact the OKH office or
visit our Town website at www.yarmouth.ma.us.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard Gegenwarth, Chairman/Architect
Robert Wilkins, Vice Chairman
Jane Hildebrandt, Member
Rosemary Nicholls, Member
John Stuart, Member
Dawn-Marie Flett, Alternate
Staff: Beth Vozella, Office Administrator
COMMUNITY
SERVICES
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES
Administration
The Department of Community Services was reenergized with the appointment of Parks and
Recreation Director Patricia M. Armstrong as the new Director of Community Services in March
2018. Previously, Community Services was under the supervision of the Assistant Town
Administrator. This restructuring was accomplished in order to create a stronger service level to
the community and to streamline duplications between the five divisions under the Community
Services umbrella. Those five divisions are: Golf, Library Services, Natural Resources,
Recreation, and Senior Services.
Future goals that were not completed in 2018 are:
• Spearheading a Visioning Exercise to bring focus to Yarmouth’s short- and long-term
direction;
• Creating one community services monthly publication that will be populated and
available through all division locations via the Town website and Channel 18;
• Continuing to grow collaborative programming, both internally and with other
community partners, to improve our identity and strengthen our messaging; and
• Creating a stronger sense of community for our residents by creating activities and events
that draw on our diverse and interesting demographics.
Golf Division
The immediate priorities for the Golf Division were to create a succession plan for soon retiring
Director of Golf Jim Armentrout and to turn around revenues and expenses to meet a break-even
level by the end of FY19. A great amount of time was spent soliciting membership input,
efficiently reacting to concerns, and beginning to market our resources as effectively as possible.
As in most municipal work, change takes a while to accomplish, but revenues were up over
$200,000 at the end of 2018. The full-time staff is working diligently through the winter on
addressing some of our most significant challenges under the supervision of Acting Director of
Golf/Superintendent Scott Gilmore. The Board of Selectmen have ordered a Request for
Proposal to solicit ideas for course management by an outside entity. No determination has been
made as to whether an outside group will be brought in, but the option is being explored.
Yarmouth wishes to thank Jim Armentrout for his vision and creativity over the past 17 years.
Jim’s insight of golf, on a local and national level, led to successful funding efforts to renovate
the Bass River Grille and the Bayberry Hills Red and White Courses ahead of schedule. These
two amenities are now rated at the top of attractions for municipal golf on Cape Cod and bring in
new users on a weekly basis to both courses. Jim spent almost a year preparing Scott Gilmore
and the Golf Team to continue steering the ship on course. We wish Jim the best in his well-
deserved retirement and look forward to seeing him once in a while on the course.
Library Services
The Yarmouth Library Services, under the creative and enthusiastic supervision of Director Jane
Cain, continues to make a silk purse out of a pig’s ear by maintaining established programs while
reacting to new service needs within a level-funded budget in antiquated facilities. The primary
goals for this division were to support the Library Study Committee in their effort to establish the
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need for a central library and to bring the Library Services budget into compliance with State-
mandated funding requirements. The Study Committee has almost concluded their work and a
presentation to the Board of Selectmen is scheduled for early 2019. The Library Services budget
is scheduled for a significant increase in 2020 and is on track to be compliant with State
mandates by 2024.
Natural Resources
The Division of Natural Resources (DNR) is complex and far reaching. Director Karl vonHone,
and his dedicated staff, have masterfully managed the multiplicity and complexity of local, state,
and federal agency regulations to maintain Yarmouth’s fragile eco-system, including uplands,
wetlands, and waterways. DNR works hand-in-hand with the Conservation Administrator to
protect our community and enforce regulations fairly and swiftly. Considering a large amount of
Director vonHone’s focus this year was centered on the Vineyard Wind Project, and other
coastal issues, the singular new goal for DNR was to create cooperative programs with Senior
Services and Recreation. We are excited to see the Aging With Your Pet Initiative and the Shark
Awareness and Emergency Response Programs being developed for release in early 2019.
Recreation
The Recreation Division has been running very smoothly under the leadership of Assistant
Director Mary Franklin. Programs continue to fill up and staffing continues to be a challenge.
The goal for Recreation was to create expanded programming with the Natural Resources and
Golf Divisions. This resulted in a Fall Youth Golf Series and a Working Professionals
Introduction to Golf. New programs are being designed over the winter to expand family access
to the courses, recruit more working players through early evening programming, taking the fear
out of trying the sport as a retiree, and developing a strong youth presence through established
credible programs offered regionally. These initiatives are hoped to expand membership and
develop the next generation of golfers. Beach Lifeguard Training on Shark Awareness is also
being developed in cooperation with DNR and the Yarmouth Fire Department.
Senior Services
The Senior Services Division wears many hats. Kathi Bailey, and her team of enthusiastic and
caring staff, have addressed numerous issues both programmatically and philosophically.
Kathi’s strong vision and boundless energy have led to collaborative programming with the
Dennis Yarmouth Regional School System, expanded Outreach Capacity through innovation and
volunteerism, more effective communication in all mediums, expanded van transportation
services through grants, and an improved physical plant through diligent advocacy. Kathi’s
ability to motivate and engage community leaders has resulted in strong committees
spearheading Age Friendly Initiatives in housing, dementia-friendly services, livable
communities, and recognizing the plight and needs of our marginalized seniors.
The expansion of locally accessible social programs is a top priority now with an additional van
on the road. The staff understands the importance of affordable and accessible socialization and
will be placing a high priority on this initiative in 2019. Our seniors are a resource that we
treasure and we hope to attract many more to actively participate in our programs in the future.
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LIBRARY DIVISION
The Library provides educational, social, and cultural enrichment services and programs for all
ages, as well as equal access to modern technology devices and information sources for all
Yarmouth residents and those who may be visiting.
Staffing changes in 2018 included two new library assistants at the front desk, Frances Bausman
and Stephen Singer, and the departure of Mitzi Krueger, who was Head of Circulation. Christine
Kaufmann returned to the staff as Head of Technical Services/IT. This year, we welcomed a
Teen Page, Ana Wolfe, who we enjoy working with on Saturdays.
There was a much-needed walkway replacement at the South Yarmouth Library and the addition
of a beautiful set of railings at the main entrance. Our thanks to Dick Court, Superintendent of
Buildings and Grounds, and his crew for overseeing this project during a very warm summer
week.
Summer hours on Saturday at the West Yarmouth Library are now a part of our Library funding,
thanks to Town decision-makers converting one-time grants into our regular appropriation. The
community appreciates this.
The Library is fortunate to have a strong force of reliable and competent volunteers who come to
help out every week, assisting with shelving, managing the book sale areas of the libraries, and
helping with programs and events. This includes our Town Library Board, whose members
advocate for library services for Yarmouth, and our two Library Associations who do all of the
above and provide funding, as well. We thank you all.
In the spring, we hosted our annual Volunteer Appreciation event again this year at the Lorusso
Lodge at Flax Pond. Thanks to the South Yarmouth Library Association (SYLA) for funding
this, and to library staff for organizing the event. Piccadilly Café & Deli again provided
outstanding catering services for the event.
Lifelong Learning Opportunities
This past year, there were a total of 142,391 visits to the library – which is more than a 10%
increase from last year; 11,907 of these were for reference needs.
In 2018, there were 74 Adult programs; 2,412 individuals attended those programs. The programs were
made possible by the work of the current library staff with the help of 27 volunteers who donated a total
of 1,825 hours to the Library.
The Town Library Board coordinated a one-book-one-town project, Yarmouth Reads 2018, from
January through April. The kick-off in January at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod was well
attended. Programs included informational and travel talks, an intergenerational Eastern
European music event, a Ukrainian art class, and a rousing afternoon of Trivia with Patrick held
at Flax Pond during the wrap-up.
Programs in 2018 for adults included: Device Advice workshops at the West Yarmouth Library,
offering one-on-one training on your own devices by Trish Cassisi, Reference and Adult
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Services Librarian; an informative recycling series for the community during the year, thanks to
the efforts of Roby Whitehouse of the Department of Public Works Waste Management
Division; as well as a number of author visits by writers from Cape Cod and beyond.
Programs for Children and Teens
Youth Services hosted 147 sessions of Story Time attended by 2,167 children and families.
There were many Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (S.T.E.A.M.) programs
throughout the year, with 145 in attendance. Hundreds of children and their families attended
Lego Club, and created artistic works that were on display at the Library each week. There were
dozens of Musical Discoveries classes, supporting learning, literacy and movement and the
attendance at those sessions grew exponentially. At the end of the school year, Connie Marr,
Head of Youth Services, visited three schools in the community and spoke with nearly 900
students. Throughout the Summer Reading program, there were 47 educational and enriching
programs in 9 weeks for children and teens. The kick-off event, with 125 in attendance, featured
musical guests The Elbows and field day games on the West Yarmouth Library lawn. Thanks to
the Cultural Center for hosting our wrap-up party, featuring Alex the Jester, with an audience of
80 people. There were 9 ’tween and Teen programs, attracting children from grade 4 through
grade 12. Youth Services ended the year on a high note, with the Who-ville Express on Monday
evening, December 3. In front of the fireplace at the West Yarmouth Library, 200 people
enjoyed a reading of the story How the Grinch Stole Christmas and goodies for the children.
In our current Library budget, the bottom line appropriation continues to fall short of the
minimum requirement set by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC).
Thus, the Town’s certification with the State for library services remains in “waiver” status for
the eleventh year in a row.
We thank the South Yarmouth Library Association and the West Yarmouth Library association
for their financial support and the staff of the Library, and our many volunteers, for their hard
work helping us make the year another great success.
Report of the Town Library Board, 2018:
The Library Board members are Susan Loveland, Chair; Helen Niedermeier, Secretary;
Anastatia Ellis, Kathryn Basile, Jane Garvey and Pam Barton. There is one opening. We have
met with prospective members and hope to fill the position soon.
The Library Board continued several projects in 2018 and is exploring the possibility of adding
one more. In an attempt to build community spirit and bring the public into the library, we once
again presented a Yarmouth Reads series. The book selected for 2018 was A Gentleman in
Moscow. At the kick off on January 27, we presented the book, a video from the author
explaining the background of the book, an explanation of the events we would be providing and
refreshments, with an opportunity to mingle and meet other participants. We provided numerous
opportunities for discussion and activities related to the book. All events were very well
attended, and we were pleased to see the popularity of this program increasing.
We once again collected socks and donated them to the Yarmouth Schools to distribute as
needed. The program ended April 8, with a luncheon at the Lorusso Lodge. Participants had an
opportunity to critique the program, which will allow us to restructure the 2019 events. We
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thank the South Yarmouth Library Association and the West Yarmouth Library Association for
their financial support, the staff of the Library for their hard work helping us make this a success,
and The Cultural Center of Cape Cod and Lorusso Lodge for allowing us the use of their
facilities.
We spent the next few months reading and planning for the Yarmouth Reads 2019. The book
chosen is The Island of Worthy Boys. We will introduce this on March 31 at The Cultural Center
of Cape Cod. We are pleased that the author Connie Hertzberg Mayo will be speaking to us
about the book at this event. A Facebook page will help provide information about and access to
the schedule of events for all community members. We will collect and donate books to
Katelynn’s Closet as part of this program.
The next project we have undertaken in accordance with the charge of the Select Board, is the
review of Library policies. We have set a schedule to discuss a policy a month with emphasis on
the policies that Jane Cain, the Library Director, feels need to be discussed or clarified.
For our newest project we have created a subcommittee to explore the possibility of a program to
ensure that all students in the Yarmouth Public Schools have a public library card. We will
coordinate with the librarians in each school to facilitate this and hope to be able to start in
September (Library Card Sign-up Month).
The Library Board has had a productive year. We have kept in touch with the Study Committee
as its members end their work assessing the Library’s needs. We are looking forward to the
2019 Yarmouth Reads program and meeting more new members of the community. We urge
you to join us at any or all of the planned activities.
Sue Loveland, Library Board Chair, 2018
Yarmouth Library Study ad hoc Committee Report
The Library Study ad hoc Committee (LSAHC), consisting of five members – Linda Callahan
(Chairperson), Annmarie Gavin (Secretary), Richard Simon, Mary Reardon Johnson, and Susan
Loveland, with Jane Cain, Library Director, ex officio – continued to meet regularly during 2018.
A draft of the facilities assessment report was received from Johnson Roberts Associates, Inc.
(JRA) in April and data was presented and discussed at a Town Library Board open meeting on
May 1. Comments were shared with JRA and the completed Library Facilities Assessment Study
was received mid-May. For the balance of the year, the Committee continued to gather and
analyze data and consulted with Town officials in order to prepare a presentation of its
recommendations for the Board of Selectmen as well as for the Town Administrator, the Finance
Committee and the library associations. These presentations are scheduled for January 2019.
Linda Callahan, Library Study ad hoc Committee Chair, 2018
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DIVISION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
NATURAL RESOURCES LAW ENFORCEMENT/ MANAGEMENT SECTION
Wildlife Response/Education
We have seen a decline in some of the wildlife diseases that we deal with. We tend to see
diseases such as distemper rise and fall in four year intervals. We did see an increase in sick
crows that were showing clinical signs of West Nile virus this year. West Nile virus is
transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Birds of prey such as hawks and owls or
scavengers such as crows may become infected after eating sick or dead birds that were already
infected with West Nile virus. The virus can be spread to people as well through the bite of an
infected mosquito. You can reduce your risk by using insect repellent and wearing long-sleeved
shirts and long pants to prevent bites during the times that mosquitoes are active. There is
another tick borne disease named Powassan that is starting to spread through New England. This
disease is still rarer than Lyme but it is also more deadly. Other health threats from tick bites
include Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, Tularemia, Ehrlichia, Relapsing Fever and Rocky Mountain
Spotted Fever. People spending time outdoors are encouraged to take precautions against ticks
and tick-borne diseases.
Rabies Investigation/Surveillance/Baiting
We continue to test all animals involved in potential rabies exposures with humans or domestic
animals immediately at the State Rabies Lab. USDA Wildlife Services tested approximately 225
animals such as this across Southeastern Massachusetts resulting in only a few confirmed
positives, all of which were well off Cape. Fortunately, we have had no positive raccoon variant
rabies cases this year, in fact, the entire Cape has not had a positive case in the past five years.
The Oral Rabies Vaccine Baiting Program continues to be extremely effective with helping
protect our wild population against the rabies virus, in turn helping to keep pets and the public
safe. The Division continued to respond to calls about bats in the living quarters of houses this
year. Unfortunately there is “NO” oral rabies vaccine baiting program for bats. There were no
documented bat-variant rabies cases in Yarmouth this year.
Wildlife Habitat Management/Wildfire Preparedness
In June we were able to implement the $25,000 grant from the Massachusetts Division of
Fisheries and Wildlife that we were awarded last year to conduct prescribed burns on two days
across 44 acres within the areas that are covered by our burn plan. We were fortunate enough to
receive a similar grant from Fish and Wildlife again this year in the amount of $23,880 to
continue our efforts.
Land Management/Repairs
Due to a failing culvert near Seagull Beach, personnel installed a short term stabilization wall to
address significant erosion that occurred. Staff constructed and installed six new osprey poles on
the north side of Town. These replaced ones that had been destroyed in the severe storms in
January. These storms caused significant damage to the Bass Hole and Bray Farm Boardwalks
as well. Fortunately we were able to help facilitate these boardwalks being repaired in time for
the majority of the summer season. The Robert B. Our Company conducted superstructure
repairs for the Bass Hole Boardwalk. The Barnstable County Sheriff’s Department Work
Program replaced the decking, railings, and benches at the Bray Farm and Bass Hole Boardwalk.
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In addition, a number of shore/bank erosion and washout remediation and repair projects were
conducted across Town.
Law Enforcement Patrols
The Division continues to actively conduct law enforcement patrols throughout the Town and on
its waters, educating the public in accordance with current local, state, and federal regulations
pertinent to the environment.
SHELLFISH SECTION
Recreational (family) shellfishing was open on a rotational bases at Grays Beach, Lewis Bay,
Mill Creek, Pine Island Cove, Sweetheart Creek, Wilbur Park, and Lewis Pond with 1125
bushels of quahogs and 5 bushels of soft-shelled clams being harvested. 18 bushels of bay
scallops were harvested from Lewis Bay.
Commercial Shellfishing was open in Bass River, Follins Pond, Lewis Bay, including Uncle
Robert’s Cove and Smith’s Point, and Nantucket Sound on a rotational bases. Shellfish
harvested included 790 bushels of quahogs, 511 bushels of soft-shell clams, and approximately
600 bushels of bay scallops.
The Division of Natural Resources propagation program received and grew out, 500,000, 2mm
seed quahogs in the Town’s upweller facilities. In the fall we broadcasted roughly 500,000 seed
quahogs into our recreational shellfishing areas in Lewis Bay. Oysters grown at the Parker’s
River and Packet Landing upwellers were added to oyster populations located at Lewis Pond and
at Georgetown Flats. A total of 900 - 80lb. bags (72,000 lbs.) of quahogs ranging from seed to a
four- inch size were planted by division staff in the summer recreational fishing area in Lewis
Pond. This area is scheduled to be opened in the summer of 2019. The recently re-established
recreational oyster fishery started on 11/4/2018 and ran through 12/30/2018. We will continue
our efforts in re-establishing a self-sustaining oyster fishery so that an oyster season could be
expanded in the upcoming years.
Through dedication and hard work by division staff and a small volunteer contingent (Y.R.S.V.P.
Yarmouth Recreational Shellfish Volunteer Program) we continue to move our efforts forward.
ANIMAL CONTROL SECTION
The 31st Annual Blessing of the Animals was held at the West Yarmouth Congregational Church
on September 22, 2018. This year’s Blessing was in honor of fallen Yarmouth Police
Department Sergeant Sean M. Gannon and K9 Nero and the wonderful work of all Police K9
Units. Special thanks to Deputy Chief Steven G. Xiarhos for joining us as we commemorated
Sergeant Gannon. Reverend Chuck Soule provided blessings to our loved and cherished animal
companions in attendance.
Yarmouth Animal Control is pleased to see responsible dog owners enjoying the recent changes
in rules and regulations for Town beaches that now allow dogs on beaches during off peak
season. Dogs are prohibited on beaches and Town ways to water beginning May 15 through
Labor Day and April 1 through Labor Day on Sea Gull Beach. Please note owners must abide
by all Town Animal Control By-laws and dogs must be leashed at all times. Owners/keepers are
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solely responsible for the actions of their dogs and must pick-up and dispose of their waste
reasonably. Dogs continue to be prohibited at parks with playing fields and all public
boardwalks.
We are also pleased to report on the continued success of the Yarmouth Dog Park which opened
in 2015. Since then, many happy dog owners and happy dogs have been enjoying this beautiful
space to play, exercise and socialize. Solar powered lights were installed allowing dog owners to
utilize the park on the shorter days of winter purchased through a Stanton Foundation Grant.
HARBORMASTER / WATERWAYS SECTION
Boating activity continues to be steady on Bass River, Parker’s River, Lewis Bay and Nantucket
Sound. The Harbormaster Section continues to investigate complaints of negligent operations by
boat and personal watercraft. A total of 81 calls were received for emergency assistance.
Approximately 2800 gallons of boat septic waste was removed from vessels, free of cost to the
boating community. Over the past few years the average amount of waste removed annually, has
been around 2000 gallons. This significant amount of waste removed each year is due to the
availability of the pump-out boat and the land-based pump-out facility at Packet Landing.
For a full view of the Division of Natural Resources Annual Report please go to:
http://www.yarmouth.ma.us/142/Natural-Resources
Thank you for your continued support.
Respectfully submitted,
Karl W. von Hone
Natural Resource Director
SENIOR SERVICES
The mission of Yarmouth Senior Services is to foster an Age-Friendly community that enhances
the quality of life for the Town’s older adults (60+) and their families by providing programs and
services in a supportive and accessible environment that contribute to vital aging through mental,
physical and financial wellness.
Thank You! – FOYCOA (Friends of the Yarmouth Council on Aging)
In FY18, FOYCOA supported the Yarmouth Senior Services as a financial partner for the Tufts
Health Plan Foundation grant and the “Villages” grant. The core fundraising methods of an
annual membership drive and Polar Plunge contribute to community access to FREE
Entertainment at Special Events, FREE Milestones Newsletter, and additional food for older
persons through the Brown Bag Program. This is particularly important in our community where
too many are struggling.
Ray Petrucelli, President
Chris Morisi, Vice President
Hugh Hilliard, Treasurer
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Sandy O’Donnell, Administrator
Del Patton, Secretary
Members: Carol McBride, Nicki Hird, Graham Hird, Pat Skinger, Otto Danner (Rep. Bridge)
Yarmouth Aging Demographics:
Total Population: 23,793
Seniors 60+: 8,862 (37%)
Seniors 85+: 1,285
Seniors 65+ Living Below Economic Security Standard (~$24k): 32%
Seniors Suffering from Mental Health Issues: 11%
Seniors Living Alone: 32.4%
Age- Friendly Yarmouth Team
Sharon Ladley, Charyn Tietge, Connie Farley, Janice Matheson, Jan Hively, Kathy McPhee,
Yvette Robido, Gerry Bedard, Jane Cain, Chris Morin, Dotty Guenther
The Age-Friendly Community Mission & Vision
Using a lifespan view point, which is a “cradle-to-grave” approach for identifying and
developing services and resources that focus on enablement and self-determination, the team will
work to promote and facilitate inter-generational involvement in a Town that is friendly and
welcoming to people of all ages.
The Intergenerational lens lead the way for FY18 Age-Friendly Community work. Our
Intergenerational Model United Nations: Topic AGING was simulated at the State House in the
Hall of Flags with both State Senator Julian Cyr and Executive Office of Elder of Affairs as
Guest Speakers. Yarmouth older persons alongside Dennis-Yarmouth High School students took
a field trip together and represented Ambassadors from around the world to create resolutions for
AGING. Some of the resolutions included protection for women, universal healthcare, improved
housing and transportation services, and funding for shared resources that support global to local
solutions. We are very proud of our students of all ages and extend special thanks to Carol
Woodbury, Ken Jenks, and Toni Morrison as our caring community professionals that partner
with anyone to provide their student’s opportunities to learn, grow and develop.
The House Sharing Workshop helped citizens to discover actual steps to create contracts for
shared living environments where an older person might rent a room to gain money needed to
age in place. What policies need to change to allow year round residents financial relief to age in
place in a tourism community?
We hosted a Caring Community Workshop to explore “Ageism” that creates barriers to
understanding each other and paved a pathway to the use of a human centered design of a loving
community that attracts people to live and play in Yarmouth. Hiring a consultant from
Generations United, we facilitated work that was valuable as we discovered the bias of each age
cohort and the possibilities to grow tolerance through listening.
Age-Friendly Yarmouth unleashed the power of volunteer run solutions through grant funding
for the newly established non-profit “Village” program now called Bay to Sound. We have great
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hopes that people can help serve each other with transportation and other underserved needs. We
also unleashed the academic underpinnings for a Dementia Friendly effort in Yarmouth through
grant funding from the Massachusetts Council on Aging and a consulting capacity report
prepared by the Alzheimer’s Family Support Groups that shows us our strengths and weaknesses
thus providing a road map to improvements.
This team has continued to stay focused on getting volunteers appointed to the ADA committee
that has been inactive for ~10 years.
We are exceptionally proud to announce that Age-Friendly Yarmouth served as a catalyst for an
Age-Friendly Cape Cod movement tied to a collective impact initiative for the Commonwealth.
Governor Baker moved to include Dementia and Age-Friendly Community Best Practices into
the Community Compact and the bridge to economic development will release solutions and
money in new ways. We really hope Yarmouth continues to lead in Age-Friendly community
development and we hope we find our way to connect our World Health Organization
membership to tourism and economic development. Are Dementia and Age-Friendly
communities more desirable for retirement and or tourists? Barnstable County Health and
Human services have now signed all fifteen towns onto working together to create an Age-
Friendly Cape. WE in Yarmouth accomplished this as a deliverable in our Tufts Health Plan
Foundation grant through patience and collaborative partnerships across Cape Cod. We believe
that Yarmouth should be the pilot location for innovating solutions to aging in place. We see
these pilots as paving the way for an improved quality of life for all age citizens realizing the
goal of the Chamber branding: Yarmouth - “Within Reach”!
Yarmouth Senior Center
While our Age-Friendly Community mindset addresses the whole Town and all resources, we
are clearly proud of the long- term success of our Senior Center and all that takes place in our
building and through our Outreach efforts.
The staff at the Yarmouth Senior Center excelled in customer service as evidenced by increasing
participation rates. We have excellent physical, mental and financial wellness programming and
we are famous for introducing and innovating new programs. We stretched ourselves to capacity
by a self-imposed goal of introducing eight to ten new programs monthly.
We have a high use rate for the facility by Senior Services and the community with some part of
the Center in use from 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM or later seven days a week. Our center experiences
high traffic and therefore accelerated wear and tear leads to an increased need for maintenance
services and supplies. The rescheduling of the bathroom renovation project was met with
disappointment by our seniors and FOYCOA. We hosted a human centered design meeting to
ask the seniors about their needs and this project and found that it improved the process greatly.
The project is now scheduled for FY20 Capital budget funding.
Innovation in Outreach has ranged from efforts with the Fire Department through “Retire the
Fire” to Grief Recovery and Hoarding workshops. The growing mental, physical and financial
challenges facing our aging citizens will continue to exceed the staff as structured.
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The Yarmouth Senior Center staff and Age-Friendly team continue to host the ONE BILLION
rising event to raise awareness to Elder Abuse and string it to the abuse of all ages. Our goal is
to stop all physical, mental, or financial abuse of any person living in this Town regardless of
age. Our focus in on making sure that awareness of Elder Abuse, including financial scams, is
taken seriously as it is a drain on our people and our economy.
Transportation was the greatest challenge through FY18. Service needs are increasing along
with the aging population. Demand for drivers in a time of low unemployment has driven up
wages and the need to understand and value part-time, retired employees as an important long-
term solution to service increases and cost containment is part of the new employment paradigm.
We must catch up in this area alongside that of the understanding of the importance of caregivers
in a community aging in place. The wages and high housing costs are a barrier to entry for those
compassionate workers and a true problem for healthy aging in place or quality of life.
Thank you to the staff: Dianne Kane, Lisa Noferi-Hoff, Hilda Davenport, Linda Colby, Karen
Leblanc, Jane Spallina, Steve Estey, Ken Watson, Rich Carroll, Kathleen Skipper and Kurt Von
Hone for having heart and work ethic! You are the best bang for the taxpayer buck
Thank you to our 160+ volunteers delivering meals, preparing brown bag, fundraising, and
helping everywhere from parties to birthday calls. You are the heartbeat of Yarmouth!
Special thanks to FOYCOA for serving as financial partner for the Tufts Health Plan
Foundation funds that have paved the way for continuous improvement for all of Cape Cod.
Many will never understand how this very small team has moved the Titanic away from hitting
an iceberg but will feel the joy that comes from the direction change.
Respectfully submitted, Kathi Bailey, Director of Senior Services.
GOLF DIVISION
The Golf Division continues improvements to the facilities and operations, including:
• Continued the successful administration of the lottery tee time reservations system providing
over 40,000 golf rounds to Yarmouth Residents.
• Maintained the Non-Resident Annual Fee Component of our Revenue at over $55,000.
• Continued our efforts to promote golf among the youth of Yarmouth by providing free
instruction through golf clinics and summer golf camps, as well as hosting high school golf
team activities and NEPGA and MGA Junior events.
• Successfully operated the Golf Shops, the Bayberry Driving Range Operation and the Bass
River and Bayberry Hills Restaurants generating over $690,000 in revenue at the two
courses, enhancing customer service to the patrons and continuing to efficiently utilize
current golf shop employees, while still holding the overall golf operation wages to a figure
$55,000 over the 2003 level of expenditures when none of these revenues accrued to the
Town.
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• Collected a total of $3,340,720 in revenue, -$141,732 under outlays for the year. This is the
second year that the Golf Enterprise expenses have exceeded revenues since 2007.
• Continued to provide top tier golf instruction with former PGA Tour Player Jim Hallett,
NEPGA Teacher of the Year Sue Kaffenburgh, Cape Cod PGA Chapter Junior Golf Leader
and Master Club Fitter Bob Quirk.
• Provided equipment fitting, ball fitting, and demo days for course patrons.
• The second phase green surrounds/bunker renovation at Bayberry Hills was completed in
spring of 2018.
The Division provides over 75,000 rounds of golf annually while maintaining overall financial
self-sufficiency to fund improvements in our facilities enabling us to have exceptional courses
for the enjoyment of Town of Yarmouth residents and Cape visitors.
The Town of Yarmouth golf courses generated revenues in excess of $3.3 million in fiscal 2018,
which was $14,000 less than 2017 results. The gap between receipts and expenditures was
negative, with expenditures exceeding revenues by $141,732 for the 2018 Fiscal Year. Total
contribution from Annual Fee receipts increased by $4,872. We believe that our long term
outlook is positive.
Golf Enterprise Committee
The Golf Enterprise Committee continues in its efforts to keep the Board of Selectmen advised
of policy, budget and golf matters. Items assigned to us and addressed in 2018 include:
• Monthly meetings with Golf Operations concerning finances, course conditions and
capital projects;
• Completion of 2-year Bayberry Hills Renovation Project;
• Work with Operational Consultant to assess best management practices for Town of
Yarmouth Golf; and
• Review and revision of golf membership fee offerings in an effort to keep municipal golf
affordable and self-sustaining.
The Golf Enterprise Committee will continue to collaborate with Golf Operations and the
Director of Community Services in an effort to provide a high quality golf experience for its
membership and the public.
AVAILABLE ANNUAL GOLF PASS OPTIONS IN 2018:
Resident Annual Pass $ 850.00 Allows unlimited play at no additional charge.
Resident Senior Ten Play $ 78.00 Allows 10 rounds-9 holes each, for residents age
75 or older. Two per season. (Time restrictions
apply).
Resident Ten Play $ 200.00 Allows 10 rounds-9 holes each, for those under
age 75. One per season. (Time restrictions apply).
Junior Annual Under 19 Pass $ 100.00 Through 18 years of age. (Time restrictions apply).
No Residency Requirement.
Junior Annual Under 12 Pass $ 50.00 Through 11 years of age. (Time restrictions apply).
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No Residency Requirement.
Non Resident Annual Pass $1,200.00 Allows unlimited play at no additional charge.
Under 35 Annual Pass
Young Adult Pass
$ 510.00
$ 285.00
Must not have reached age 35 at time of purchase.
Must not have reached age 22 at time of purchase.
Resident Discount Card $ 17.00 Allows play at a reduced rate after 12:00 Noon.
AVAILABLE ANNUAL GOLF PASS OPTIONS IN 2019:
NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR ANY PASSES
Annual Pass* $ 892.00 Allows unlimited play at no additional charge.
Senior Pass* $ 535.00 Allows unlimited play at no additional charge.
Ages 80 and older.
Under 35 Annual Pass* $ 535.00 Allows unlimited play at no additional charge.
Ages 34 and under.
Under 23 Annual Pass $ 299.00 Allows unlimited play at no additional charge.
Ages 22 and under.
Under 19 Annual Pass $ 100.00 Through 18 years of age. (Time restrictions apply).
Links Course Annual Pass $ 300.00 Limited to the Links Course at Bayberry Hills
after 12:00 PM.
*Capital Improvement Fee
$ 150.00 One time capital improvement fee that applies to
the Annual, Senior and Under 35 Pass only.
FY2018 REVENUE-EXPENDITURE ANALYSIS:
Regular Green Fees: 2016 $1,457,429
2017 $1,363,499
2018 $1,220,530
Golf Car Fees (includes Pull Cart): 2016 $639,869
2017 $608,225
2018 $597,222
Resident Annual 2016 $727,973
2017 $705,360
2018 $713,892
Non Resident Annual 2016 $51,850
2017 $60,010
2018 $56,350
Golf Shop (Includes HDCP Fees) 2016 $195,622
2017 $188,824
2018 $216,603
Range 2016 $82,032
2017 $69,486
2018 $68,557
Miscellaneous 2016 $467
2017 -$270
2018 -$395
Restaurant 2016 $320,442
2017 $358,845
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2018 $406,754
Interest 2016 $1,613
2017 $607
2018 $207
Transfer from General Fund (Voted Town Mtg) 2016 $0
2017 $0
2018 $61,000
Total Revenue A. 2016 $3,477,297
2017 $3,354,586
2018 $3,340,720
Wages and Salaries 2016 $1,339,073
2017 $1,402,265
2018 $1,419,086
Expenses 2016 $1,482,897
2017 $1,465,001
2018 $1,359,497
Sub Total: Operating Expense 2016 $2,821,970
2017 $2,867,266
2018 $2,778,583
Debt – Land & Construction (Interest) 2016 $44,431
2017 $44,379
2018 $54,715
Other Costs (includes pension costs) 2016 $174,911
2017 $178,005
2018 $183,979
Overhead 2016 $96,144
2017 $95,048
2018 $172,275
Sub Total: Interest, Other, Overhead 2016 $315,486
2017 $317,432
2018 $410,969
Total Expenditure excl. Debt Principal B. 2016 $3,137,456
2017 $3,184,698
2018 $3,189,552
Subtotal: Revenue less Expenditure above (A – B) 2016 $339,841
2017 $169,888
2018 $151.168
Debt - Principal C 2016 $313,000
2017 $313,000
2018 $292,900
Total of Revenues less Expenditure (A – B –C) 2016 $26,841
2017 -$143,112
2018 -$141,732
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RECREATION DIVISION
As of March 2018 the Recreation Division is once again a stand-alone division under the
direction of the Department of Community Services. Certain administrative tasks were retained
from the Parks & Cemetery Divisions in order to provide a seamless transition. These tasks
include rentals of town property, administration of beach receipts, oversight of beach
concessions, and support for Cemetery Division administration. The two, now-separate divisions
continue to work closely and provide the utmost in public service to our residents and visitors.
The Recreation Division has continued to provide quality programs at reasonable prices. As the
full-time staff has decreased to two over the last year, Recreation has still been able to provide
quality programming and customer service to all participants. Thank you to Assistant Director
Mary Franklin and Principal Office Assistant Ruth Nee for all your continued hard work. It was
decided to put the backfilling of the Recreation Director position on hold in order to evaluate the
new structure under Community Services.
During 2018, the Recreation Division generated approximately $568,697 in program fees that
were returned back to the economy in the form of seasonal and full-time wages, program
services, equipment purchases, and supplies. This figure does not include $20,775 in boardwalk
plank donations for Grey’s Beach, which is such a popular destination for locals and tourists.
The Lorusso Lodge rentals increased this year to become a popular destination for gatherings.
Flax Pond continues to be one of the most popular programs with 2,652 slots filled by over 588
children. The quality of programming at Flax Pond has made the program a popular summer
activity for the children and that is due to the dedicated Administrative staff. The Sailing
Program staff were also successful in increasing the program quality by marketing to capture
over 60 one-time sailors this summer. Tennis lessons were steady on the youth side and
increased on the adult side and we will be expanding both programs for the future.
The lifeguard staff this summer did an exceptional job at all locations and were responsible for
more than 133 saves, assists and first aid/rescue calls. Bass Hole Beach was a high assist
location with 95 calls throughout the summer; in one day alone there were 15 assists at Bass
Hole. We commend the whole lifeguard staff on being proactive and attentive.
We were pleased to host a number of special events/activities at the beaches this summer, such
as: Movies at the Beach, and Park and Music on the Beach. The Friends of Yarmouth Council
on Aging hosted their Annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day at Smuggler's Beach. The
Arts Foundation of Cape Cod hosted the Summer Concert Series in July at Parker's River Beach
and the Chamber of Commerce hosted the August Series. We offered GaGa Ball during the day
and Beach Soccer for youth in the evening which were enjoyed by many.
The Recreation Division publishes a monthly newsletter, “Monthly Motivator,” which reaches
over 4,000 local and seasonal residents. We continue to work closely with our advisors, the
Recreation Commission, to address public needs, remain engaged in the community, and be
prepared to act on suggestions and concerns.
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The Cemetery Division is responsible for the maintenance and care all Town-owned cemeteries.
Foreman Bill Bullock and his seasonal crew are responsible for mowing, trimming, fertilizing,
planting, and maintaining equipment. The Cemetery Division performs all cremation burials.
There were 65 burials in 2018. There were 28 cremations and we laid 13 Veterans to rest
between our Veteran Sections in Ancient Cemetery and Chandler Gray Cemetery. During the
course of 2018 our Division was responsible for the sale of lots and scheduling of burials. There
were 16 vault grave lots sold, 2 cremation lots sold, and 3 Veteran Spouse lots sold. The
Recreation Division appreciates the opportunity to continue our established administrative role in
assisting with this important process. We commend Marlene Shea for her attention to detail and
sensitivity to the community we serve.
RECREATION COMMISSION
The Recreation Commission has been operating about as smoothly as possible this year.
The Commission had a combined $550,000 budget approved by voters at the Annual Town
Meeting - earmarked for two projects – the continuing improvements of Flax Pond and the
engineering and design of Sandy Pond Recreational Area. Both of these projects are underway
and we are excited to see the public’s reception of these facilities in the future.
With the state minimum wage increasing over the next five years, the Recreation Commission
recognizes the need to maintain competitive pay for our staff, including lifeguards and camp
counselors. With the approval of the Board of Selectmen, the Recreation Commission set forth a
minimal fee increase to various recreational services offered. We believe these increases will
effectively offset the increase in staff wages.
Economists are predicting an upcoming recession, and the Commission understands this will
hamper needed improvements. The efforts of the Recreation Commission therefore are evolving
from building and developing structures and paths towards building and developing ways for the
public to discover and interact with our existing structures and paths. We are currently
undergoing a review of our online presence and how better to improve our outreach to the
community.
The Commission remains intent on improving and strengthening the social bonds of our
community, and will revisit these issues continually until such a reality takes shape. We meet on
the second Wednesday of every month and public participation is always encouraged.
The commissioners recognize that we have such great programs and parcels of land to work off
because of the unwavering dedication and support shown by volunteers, donors, voters, and staff.
We look forward to working in close concert with all parties in the New Year.
Respectfully submitted,
Matthew Andrews, Chair Josh Medeiros, Vice Chair
Steve Sozanski Debbie Clark
Dennis Lucier Dorcas McGurrin
Paul Deignan
MUNICIPAL
FINANCE
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FINANCE DEPARTMENT
The Divisions of the Finance Department continue to execute their core missions which include
auditing all Town payments to ensure compliance with Town and State procurement policies,
assessing property values and setting tax rates, collecting tax, water, and other receipts, processing
the Town’s payroll, and ensuring funds are deposited in safe financial institutions.
This year the Finance Department welcomed the Town Clerks Division to its team. This union
expands the department’s essential functions by adding the preparation of the Town’s Annual
Census, processing of voter registrations, maintaining voter lists for the Annual Town Meeting,
processing beach and disposal stickers, dog and shellfish licenses, and other permits and licenses.
The Finance Department strives to use taxpayer resources with extreme care and discipline. We
continue to operate efficiently with a team approach in order to provide services to citizens and the
other departments of the Town of Yarmouth. Doing more with less has become more the norm
rather than an exception. The staff of the Finance Department has grown to embrace and rely
heavily on teamwork and technology. In addition, Finance has greatly expanded the ability to do
business online and made other improvements in operations.
This year was the third year in a row Yarmouth became the first municipality to have its tax rate
approved out of 351 in Massachusetts. The benefits include saving the Town from having to
borrow to meet its obligations.
I would like to express my appreciation to the members of the entire Finance Department team for
their dedication and hard work, and I would like to thank to all the Departments and Divisions of
the Town for their continued support and assistance during 2018.
In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 41, Section 61 of the Massachusetts General Law,
the team submits the Annual Report of the Town Accountant for fiscal year 2018.
• Summary of Appropriations and Expenditures
• Statement of Revenues
• Combined Balance Sheet – All Funds
• Debt Schedule – FY2018 Payments
• Capital Lease Obligations
Each year the Town’s annual financial statement is audited by an independent public accounting
firm. The audit for fiscal year 2018 was completed by the firm Powers and Sullivan, LLC. A
copy of the complete audit report is available for reference at:
http://www.yarmouth.ma.us/DocumentCenter/View/10270/Audit-Fiscal-Year-2018
Respectfully submitted,
Ed Senteio
Finance Director
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COLLECTOR/TREASURER
It has been another productive year within the overall Finance Department which includes
Accounting, Assessing, Clerks, and Collector/Treasurer’s Divisions. It is the Collector/
Treasurer’s mission to bill, collect, invest, borrow, safeguard, disburse monies, and process
payroll.
We continue to strive to serve you, our customers, by providing timely and accurate services in a
manner that is fair, legal and courteous. To meet our service obligations, we use technical
expertise employing modern, innovative, cost-effective and flexible methodologies. We look to
provide the highest level of customer service and support to all of the Town’s constituencies as
well as satisfy the legal requirements set forth in Massachusetts General Laws and the Town’s by-
laws.
We hope this year you have found convenience and timesavings by utilizing City Hall Systems
(CHS), our online bill paying venue for credit card and EFT payments for real estate, personal
property, motor vehicle excise, boat excise, water, scholarships, and municipal lien certificates.
We also take debit/credit cards at Town Hall. We will continue to look for creative ways to
increase revenue and reduce expenses. While increasing revenue is one of the goals with the
Municipal Modernization Act and our outreach efforts, we have actually reduced late payment fees
received from customers.
We conducted our sixth Tax Title auction to collect delinquent real estate taxes owed to the Town.
To reduce outstanding taxes we work with taxpayers to establish repayment plans whenever
possible.
We continue to invest Town funds in highly rated, collateralized, and insured banks while seeking
the highest yield in a market of low interest rates. Again this year we were able to meet our
obligations without having to borrow in anticipation of tax revenue because of responsible fiscal
management and an early tax rate being set (3rd year in a row we were #1 to set the tax rate out of
351 municipalities).
We would like to thank all staff members – Elsie Raneo, Susan Regan, Stacey Benedetto and
Chrissie Hevener for their dedication and teamwork throughout this year. And we want to wish
Whitney Picco, a valued former member of the team, all the best in her new position. It is always
a cooperative effort with all Town Departments, Administration, and Board of Selectmen to
provide the best in services to our fellow citizens.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Ripley
Jaye Anne Kesten
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Balance
30-Jun-17
Committed
Fiscal 2018
Balance
30-Jun-18
2018 Real Estate Tax $- $57,281,536.74 $836,003.37
2017 Real Estate Tax $750,325.48 $- $6,286.83
2018 CPA $- $1,714,326.04 $22,901.75
2017 CPA $20,148.37 $- $187.73
2018 Personal Property $- $1,218,168.80 $12,420.57
2017 Personal Property $18,788.32 $- $5,649.73
2016 Personal Property $3,703.57 $- $2,825.33
2018 Motor Vehicle Excise $- $3,440,252.71 $208,377.82
2017 Motor Vehicle Excise $405,506.58 $396,153.17 $61,707.86
2016 Motor Vehicle Excise $48,511.07 $- $21,735.26
2018 Boat Excise $- $49,000.00 $3,819.69
2017 Boat Excise $4,193.00 $- $3,130.00
2016 Boat Excise $2,956.00 $- $2,443.00
Landfill $26,447.53 $248,192.00 $31,509.09
Septage $381,564.94 $2,587,017.28 $616,668.69
2018 Septage Betterment “A” $- $9,410.96 $411.54
2018 Septage Betterment “A” Int. $- $1,861.01 $142.80
2018 Septage Betterment “B” $- $810.26 $-
2018 Septage Betterment “B” Int. $- $80.03 $-
Trailers $948.00 $10,428.00 $-
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COLLECTOR/TREASURER
MISCELLANEOUS COLLECTIONS
Municipal Liens $53,320.00
Scholarship Fund $5,302.00
Miscellaneous Charges $52.50
Real Estate/Personal Property Interest/Fees $158,947.50
Motor Vehicle & Boat Interest/Fees $178,441.35
RMV Markings $25,480.00
Prior Years Motor Vehicle & Boat $6,759.24
Water Interest & Fees $46,752.63
Water Service Payments $89,683.12
Water Rates Payments $4,504,384.75
Service Rates Interest & Fees $1,263.89
Non-sufficient check fees $1,140.00
CASH SUMMARY
Opening Balance as of June 30, 2017 $46,542,522
Closing Balance as of June 30, 2018 $50,420,099
TRUST AND INVESTMENT FUNDS
(included in above closing balance)
Balances as of June 30, 2018 - $15,568,806
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BOARD OF ASSESSORS
The Board of Assessors continues to meet its primary responsibility of assuring a fair assessment
of all property in the Town of Yarmouth using a professional approach so that tax revenues may be
generated in a timely manner. The Assessors Department successfully completed the Fiscal Year
2019 Commonwealth of Massachusetts interim year update of all real and personal property in the
Town of Yarmouth. The fiscal year 2019 values were approved in July of 2018 and the tax rate
was approved by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue on July 11, 2018. For the third year
in a row, Yarmouth was the first community in the Commonwealth to set its tax rate. Taxes
totaling $62,496,631 were committed to the Tax Collector and 23,444 bills were then issued on
August 27, 2018. The Assessing staff also issued 30,287 Motor Vehicle excise bills totaling
$3,824,300 and 1,467 Boat Excise bills totaling $46,549.
The staff oversees and administers a number of programs which are available for our seniors,
veterans, spouses of veterans, sight-impaired citizens, and those who may need assistance in
meeting their tax obligations. The Town also has many programs, including exemptions and
deferrals, which are available to those in our community who are experiencing difficulty in paying
their taxes. At Annual Town Meeting on May 5, 2018, Article 16 was passed to implement the
Elderly and Disabled Tax Assistance Committee, which will go into effect in Fiscal 2020.
The Department continues to administer the DOR/Bureau of Local Assessment mandated cyclical
inspection program "in-house" wherein the Department visits and re-inspects a percentage of
residential and commercial property accounts each year in order to maintain data quality. By using
in-house staff instead of vendors, the Department is saving the taxpayers a significant amount of
money.
As we continue with these annual inspection programs, please remember that statistical accuracy
leads to assessment accuracy, which benefits both Town and Taxpayer equally. We ask for your
continued cooperation in these efforts.
The office staff is a strong, proactive resource for both public and interdepartmental support:
Andy Machado, Tara Monroe, David Allen, and seasonal Office Assistant Margie Springer. Staff
member Brad Hinote left Yarmouth in August after accepting a job as Assessor for the Town of
Orleans. We welcomed his replacement, Appraisal Assistant Keith Markoski, November 1, 2018.
The Board wishes to express their strong appreciation to the entire Assessing staff. Their diligent
work and attention to detail are to be commended.
Respectfully submitted,
Board of Assessors:
Joseph R. Sullivan
John C. Serijan
Stephanie Miller
PUBLIC SAFETY
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FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT
Truck 560 (2019 Chevy Silverado with Utility Body)
“We are dedicated to community risk reduction through the application of prevention,
education and emergency services in the Town of Yarmouth.”
To the citizens of the Town of Yarmouth:
The members of the Yarmouth Fire Department are extremely dedicated to their profession, and
regularly go above and beyond to serve our community. No matter the rank, the Yarmouth Fire
Department professionals are amazing, compassionate and selfless, who support one another and
are extremely dedicated to the people we serve.
Other than responding to fires and medical calls, we also have a remarkable focus on prevention
and community involvement; all members play a significant role in every aspect of this. We
train as a team, function as a team, and support each other as a team. We are always prepared to
respond to any calls: fire, medical, or any other response in which we can help.
There is no doubt that the dedicated members of the Yarmouth Fire Department today and in the
future will continue the proud tradition of offering their best! On behalf of the members of the
Yarmouth Fire Department we thank the Town Administrator, Mr. Knapik, and Assistant Town
Administrator, Mr. Dwelley, the Yarmouth Board of Selectmen, and the citizens for their
continued support of our department; a department that continuously evolves, focusing on how
best to serve our community, while ready to serve at a moment’s notice.
We responded to 7303 emergencies in 2018, an increase of 82 emergencies from 2017. Of the
7303 emergencies, 5861 were medical calls. South Yarmouth had 41% of calls, West Yarmouth
had 38%, Yarmouth Port had 20%, and 1% of the calls were mutual aid to our neighbors. We
anticipate the call volume to continue to grow as our population ages and future affordable
housing projects are completed.
Our dispatchers continue to do a great job with Emergency Medical Dispatching despite the large
call volume. Yarmouth statistics mirror the national trend that show that 80% of 911 calls are for
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medical and fire but in Yarmouth our 911 calls are answered first by our Police Department; our
future planning takes this into account and we anticipate becoming the primary answering point
for all 911 calls in Yarmouth. Our facilities plan would move dispatch to Fire Station Three, a
hurricane category 3 proof building. With this move we anticipate adding a second dispatcher.
The unfinished space on the second floor of Station Three is large enough to explore regional
dispatch opportunities.
For the first time in 17 years we will be adding staffing. The Board of Selectmen approved the
increase of four personnel. These four firefighter paramedics will start in February 2019. This
increase is a step in the right direction ~ as the Town grows, so does the call volume. Recent
consultant report stated staffing should be increased by 16 due to call volume and run times. We
will continue to deliver an efficient and professional service to our Town with the available funds,
personnel, and resources we have to work with.
In July we were awarded a Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant in
the amount of $1,046,304.00 to fund four additional firefighters for three years; the grant will pay
75% the first year, 75% the second year and 35% the last year. In August we were awarded an
Assistance to Firefighter Grant in the amount of $114,546.00 to replace the vehicle exhaust
systems in the Headquarters and Yarmouth Port Stations.
Early spring we were awarded a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health,
Bureau of Substance Abuse Services. This grant provides funding for the drug Narcan and also
education and training. Narcan reverses the effects of a heroin overdose; with this drug and
advance life support from the Fire Department many lives have been saved.
In the fall we applied for another Assistance to Firefighter Grant to fund the replacement of expired
firefighter bunker gear. If awarded the $227,150.00 will replace 55 sets of bunker gear.
Structure Fire 606-610 Route 28, West Yarmouth
We want to thank Rich Bienvenue and the Town’s Information Technology Department and
especially Senior Projects Manager John Morse for all their help and support with our computer
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and software projects/issues. John Morse has been instrumental in moving the department
forward with our IT projects.
Bob Carlson, Dick Court & Robert Nelson
We would like to thank the Town of Yarmouth Buildings & Grounds Division, Dick Court, Bob
Carlson and Robert Nelson for helping to maintain our three fire stations. The Buildings &
Grounds Division does an excellent job. This year they installed replacement windows, fixed
roofs, replaced trim, and made numerous repairs - the work is second to none and they save the
Town thousands of dollars each year.
The Fire Prevention Division, Captain Inspector Kevin Huck and Lt. Inspector Scott Smith
handle a large volume of permits, plan reviews, and inspections in addition to public education
and fire investigation. The intern program at D-Y High School continues to be a great success
and some of our students have become Call Firefighters for YFD and a few have been hired full
time.
Administrative staff: Administrative Assistant Jeanne O’Keefe and Principal Office Assistant
Jenifer Leighton maintain the department’s website and mountains of data and human resource
information which they are able to deliver with amazing speed and efficiency. For improved
customer service we offer online permitting for open burn season and real-estate sales. We
continue to look at technology to improve efficiency and customer relations with our citizens and
visitors.
Captain Inspector James Armstrong retired in July with 32 years of service
I wish everyone a safe and healthy 2019,
Philip G. Simonian III
Chief of Department
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YARMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief Frank Frederickson
As your Chief of Police, 2018 has been the most difficult year in the proud history of our Town
of Yarmouth. The murder of Sergeant Sean M. Gannon and attack of K9 Nero by a local violent
career criminal tested our resiliency and challenged all of us to work together and do everything
we can to become better and safer.
I hereby submit the 2018 Yarmouth Police Department Annual report:
DRUG OVERDOSES
Fentanyl is found in almost all sampled heroin in Yarmouth and is 80 times more powerful than
morphine. It is mixed with low-grade heroin and is responsible for increased deaths and
overdoses. It is now assumed that all heroin is mixed, to some degree, with fentanyl.
We are grateful to report that the number of reported heroin overdoses went down from 131 in
2017 to 67 in 2018 and deaths were reduced from 15 to 8 in 2018. While the reported overdoes
are down, some of the reduction may be due to the increased use of Narcan which can save a life
and lead to under-reporting to public safety officials. The Yarmouth Police Department
continues to move forward and do everything we can to stop this epidemic and help save lives
and families.
RECORD LOW BREAK-INS FOR THE 5TH STRAIGHT YEAR
For the 5th straight year, residential and commercial break-ins have fallen to record lows. From
1970 to 1990, it was typical that there would be over 500 house break-ins per year and many
more commercial break-ins. As recently at 2010, there were 54 commercial break-ins and 317
house break-ins. In 2018 there were 5 commercial and 47 residential break-ins. The 2018
numbers represent over 80% reduction since 2010. Additionally, the crime solving clearance
rate of those reported was remarkable. 60 of the reported break-ins were solved resulting in 54
arrests or criminal charges.
The reasons for these sharp reductions are multi-faceted and based on Proactive Patrols, K9 Unit,
Social Media, the Proactive Anti-Crime Unit, affordable alarm systems, improved investigative
techniques, and Yarmouth Neighborhood Crime Watch.
RIP YARMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT LIEUTENANT ROBERT J. SHALLOW
AND ACTIVE EMERGENCY 911 DISPATCHER STEPHEN H. PETERSON
It is with great sadness to report the passing of retired Yarmouth Police Lieutenant Robert J.
Shallow and long-time Emergency 911 Dispatcher Stephen H. Peterson.
Lieutenant Shallow leaves behind his devoted wife Joan and his beloved daughters Jane, Ellie,
Kim, and Mary Alice.
Lieutenant Shallow, who served in the United States Navy during the Korean War, will be
remembered as one of the most beloved Officers to serve with the Yarmouth Police Department.
His large frame filled the room and his presence commanded respect. Although his presence was
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intimidating, he was a gentle giant who treated everyone fairly. Born in New Hampshire,
Lieutenant Shallow would often talk about his fondness of his rural upbringing that included
outdoor life, skiing, and hunting. He is a true legend.
With further regret, we also endured the sudden passing by natural causes of Active Yarmouth
Police Emergency 911 Dispatcher Stephen H. Peterson.
Steve attended Yarmouth Schools and was a 1964 graduate of Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High
School. Immediately after graduation, Steve enlisted in the United State Marine Corps and
proudly served with the Marines until 1979 when he was honorably discharged after attaining the
rank of Staff Sergeant. Steve also held an A.S. Degree in Criminal Justice from Cape Cod
Community College.
Emergency 911 Dispatcher Peterson began his Yarmouth Police Career as a Summer Police
Officer in 1979 and was appointed a Full Time Dispatcher in December of 1979.
Steve was a great Emergency 911 Dispatcher who remained calm in the most hectic of situations.
Steve received many awards and commendations throughout his career and kept them quietly to
himself. Steve was an icon who will be sorely missed.
NEW PERSONNEL
In 2018, we welcomed new personnel to our family which includes two new and innovative
Civilian Advocate positions designed to help victims of crime and citizens overcome mental
illness and addictions.
Emergency 911 Dispatchers
Jaime Sundby
Kelly Waugh
Patrol Officers
Ryan Golden
Eric Rondina
Michael Cheung
Liam Breen
Promotion
Sergeant Richard Fichter, Jr.
Civilian Victim Services Advocates
Full-time Victim Services Specialist and Advocate: Anne Catalano
Part-Time Community Behavioral Health Clinician: Patrick McGuire
For further information about the Yarmouth Police Department, please check out Facebook page
and our web site at: www.facebook.com/yarmouthpolice and www.yarmouthpolice.com.
MUNICIPAL
INSPECTIONS
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BUILDING DEPARTMENT
The Building Department’s main objective is public safety. This is achieved through
interpretation and enforcement of the Massachusetts State building Code as well as other
associated codes and by-laws. These include, but are not limited to, Town of Yarmouth Zoning
by-laws, Town of Yarmouth General by-laws, National Electric Code, Massachusetts Plumbing
and Gas Codes, and the Architectural Access Board (Handicap Access Code).
The Inspectional Services Department also responds to emergency situations (fires, floods, storm
damage, and vehicle impacts) along with the Fire and Police Departments.
The Building Commissioner is Chairman of the Site Plan Review Team and a member of the
Motel Team, Projects Oversight Team, and head of the Code Impact Team and is also present
whenever the Emergency Operations Center is declared open.
The staff of the Inspectional Services Department assists the public with permitting, lot
determinations and code/regulation interpretation among other queries in our day-to-day
activities.
It has been a busy year for the Inspectional Services Department. I would like to thank the staff
of this department for their professionalism in how they address and serve the various customer
concerns and inspections during their day-to-day communications with the public.
The Inspectional Services Department is looking forward to working with you in 2019.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark Grylls, CBO
Director of Inspectional Services/Building Commissioner
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Activity for Fiscal Year 2018 ending June 30, 2018 is as follows:
TYPE 2018 2017
2016
New Dwellings 24 23 18
Multi-Family 1 0 12
Commercial 72 51 213
Additions/Alterations 2944 2849 1923
Demolition 18 28 30
Use & Occupancy 28 25 36
TOTAL 3087 2976 2220
# OF PERMITS FEES COLLECTED
BUILDING
PERMITS
2018 2017 2016 2018 2017 2016
Inc. Use & Occ. 3087 2928 2342 351,715.00 282,103.00 345,163.00
Wiring Permits 1958 1721 2015 149,125.00 137,327.00 166,270.00
Plumbing
Permits
954 960 833 90,265.00 87,785.00 77,635.00
Gas Permits 1319 646 1236 78,015.00 68,480.00 67,540.00
Cert. of
Inspection
213 210 211 26,165.00 29,995.00 28,575.00
New Sign
Permits
115 73 84 3,880.00 2,900.00 3,360.00
Re-Inspections 327 196 141 16,280.00 15,685.00 11,280.00
Lot Inquiries 21 17 21 1,620.00 1,52000 1,890.00
Family-Related
Apts.
(Inspections
required every 2
years).
11 0 42
25.00 0 1,050.00
Trench Permits 263 221 278 1,550.00 11,050.00 13,900.00
Violations/Fines
Bld. Code
Collected.
0 0 0 0 0 0.00
Multi-family 1 0 12 0 0 604.00
TOTAL 8269 6972 7215 730,245.00 637,995.00 717,267.00
INSPECTIONS
PERFORMED
2018 2017 2016 PLUMBING/GAS 2018 2017
2016
Building Insp. 6946 6588 5957 Permit Inspections 4930 3352 3310
Certificates of
Inspections 340 229 351 Fires 5 0 4
Sign
Code/Violation 292 263 230 Miscellaneous 28 0 0
Stop Work
Orders Posted 58 47 34
Stop Work
Orders Verbal 32 23 15 ELECTRICAL 2018 2017
2016
Zoning Related 312 244 204 Permit Inspections 3446 2658 3398
Old
Kings/Historic 35 30 5 Fires 21 12 18
Liquor License
w/o Certificate
of Inspection
0 0 9
Miscellaneous 40 6 0
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Code
Enforcement 72 56 35
Building Code-
Violation Visits 219 130 95 COMPLAINTS/
VIOLATIONS
2018 2017
2016
Fire Responses 27 22 14 Building 80 109 116
Zoning 55 106 145
Unregistered/junk
Motor Vehicles
10 12 40
MISC.
ACTIVITY
2018 2017 2016 Boats & Rec.
Vehicles
39 20 12
Site Plan
Review 14 12 10 Historic 3 1 3
Permit Consult 395 305 245 Unsafe Structures 2 9 1
Court Activity 29 40 10 Sign 45 60 55
Construction
Supervisor
License
Hearing’s
1 3 0
Citations 53 24 12
Architectural
Access Board
Handicapped
Matters
1 0 0
Respectfully submitted,
Mark A. Grylls
CBO/Director of Inspectional Services/Building Commissioner
BOARD OF HEALTH
The year 2018 witnessed the continuation of many Board of Health programs designed for
protection of the environment and public health. The Board held several meetings to discuss
Health regulations for a tobacco cap on the number of retail stores selling tobacco, and on being
the enforcement department for the plastic bag reduction Town by-law.
The Board worked with the Yarmouth Substance Abuse Committee, which is a community
forum that raises awareness and provides education and support programs to address prevention,
intervention, and recovery. This committee works with the County Regional Substance Abuse
Council, along with schools, businesses, clergy, police, residents, and students in addressing
substance abuse issues. The Board partnered with Duffy Health Center in Hyannis to provide a
Substance Abuse Navigator to provide assistance with substance use treatment and recovery for
residents.
PREVENTIVE HEALTH PROGRAMS
The Board of Health offers health preventative programs, such as preschool immunizations,
diabetic screenings, nutritional and adult health counseling clinics. The Board of Health also
monitors thirteen human service agencies, which provide various community health services to
the Townspeople. The thirteen human service agencies are as follows:
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1. AIDS SUPPORT GROUP OF CAPE COD
The agency provides care for people and families living with HIV/AIDS. They also
provide a full range of HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted infection
screening and prevention education.
2. AUDIBLE LOCAL LEDGER
The “connect Yarmouth” initiative provides special radios as part of the state-wide radio
network. This allows the visually or print impaired to listen to daily and weekly
newspapers, shopping guides, etc.
3. BIG BROTHERS/BIG SISTERS OF CAPE COD
The goal is to match children to dedicated and caring adults who will be good role
models, and provide adult friendship and guidance.
4. CAPEABILITIES
This agency provides vocational rehabilitation to handicapped citizens. CapeAbilities also offers
a variety of rehabilitation services to assist residents who have a disability to live more
independently.
5. CAPE COD CHILD DEVELOPMENT/HEAD START PROGRAM
The Cape Cod Child Development Program, in addition to the federally funded Head
Start Program, furnishes day care services to working parents. These children and their
families are served in a variety of day care models including family day care, preschool
day care, and after school day care at their location in West Yarmouth.
6. CAPE COD COUNCIL OF CHURCHES/HANDS OF HOPE
The agency provides multi-service outreach serving low-income families by providing
assistance with utilities, rent, and food.
7. DUFFY HEALTH CENTER
Duffy Health Center provides medical, mental health, substance abuse, and case
management services to persons who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of
homelessness.
8. GOSNOLD ON CAPE COD
Gosnold serves men, women, children, and families who are affected by problems of
alcohol/drug use and mental or emotional disorders. Gosnold also provides a counselor
at the high school, middle school, and elementary schools.
9. HARBOR HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
The agency provides social services, health care, and dental services.
10. INDEPENDENCE HOUSE
Independence House is the Cape’s only resource center for battered women, their
children, and rape and sexual assault survivors.
11. SIGHT LOSS SERVICES, INC.
Sight Loss Services is the only Cape agency providing support and information services
to the newly blind, the visually impaired, and people with progressive eye disease.
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12. VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF CAPE COD
The V.N.A. is contracted by the Town, and provides health-oriented instructional care
and services to individuals and to entire families.
13. YARMOUTH FOOD PANTRY
The Food Pantry provides food to low income families. The amount of Food Pantry
clients continues to grow, with approximately 800 people using the pantry each month.
RABIES CONTROL PROGRAM
Amy von Hone, Assistant Health Director, coordinated the Rabies Control Program. She
received a recognition award from USDA’s National Rabies Management Program in April
2018, in recognition of her 25 years of dedicated service to the Cape rabies program.
Additionally Amy was presented an official Citation from the Town of Yarmouth. Amy
informed the Board that in 2018 a total of 12 animals (4 bats; 4 dogs; 2 raccoons; 1 skunk; 1 cat)
tested negative for rabies in Yarmouth. All animals tested were involved with either a human or
pet exposure. As always, the Health Division emphasizes the importance of vaccinating all cats
and dogs, as required by law, to prevent the spread of rabies.
HEALTH CLINICS AND INSTRUCTIONAL COURSES
Additional or expanded services are continually under review by the Board. Again considered
for the upcoming year are the annual flu clinics (approximately 200 seasonal flu shots in October
2018), multiple educational programs, Skin Saver, breast mammography, cholesterol screening,
glaucoma clinics, a health fair offered at the Senior Center, including types of programs such as
chair yoga, a nutrition program, and a walking program.
TOBACCO CONTROL PROGRAM
The Board continues to work with the Cape Cod Regional Tobacco Control Program in
providing compliance checks to prevent youth access. The Board passed a cap on retail stores
selling tobacco, and continued with the enforcement of banning all flavored tobacco. Hearings
were conducted with retail stores in violation of the tobacco regulation.
HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES GRANT PROGRAM
The Board of Health was required to adopt a regulation requiring the pumping of septic tanks
once every four years with certain waiver provisions. This requirement was a result of an
EPA/DEP grant for construction of the Septage Treatment Plant. The grant program encourages
assistance to low and moderate income residents in complying with the regulation, as well as
assistance in repairing/replacing failed septic systems.
The Board of Health held 11 meetings during 2018. Septic system variance requests, tobacco
hearings, animal requests, business expansions, tick and Lyme disease information, and updates
were conducted.
• Variance Request Hearings:
Repair of Existing Septic Systems – 5
Storage of Hazardous Materials in Aquifer Protection District – 4
State Swimming Pool Code Variances – 3
State Whirlpool Code Variance – 1
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• Hearings:
Violation of Town/Federal Tobacco Regulations – 13
Food Service Scoring Regulation - 3
• Updates/Discussions:
Proposed Plastic Bag Ban - 4
Human Service Budget Presentations – 13
Promote Community Events – 8
Tick Borne Disease – 1
Respectfully submitted,
Board of Health:
Hillard Boskey, M.D., Chairman
Mary Craig, Vice Chairman
Charles T. Holway, Clerk
Debra Bruinooge
Paul M. O’Bryan, PhD (resigned fall 2018) HEALTH DIVISION
During 2018 the Health Division continued enforcement of the many Board of Health and State
DPH and DEP programs designed for protection of the environment and public health.
BATHING BEACHES WATER QUALITY
The Health Division, in conjunction with the Barnstable County Health Department, conducted
multiple testing at 24 salt water and 10 fresh water bathing beaches on a weekly basis from
Memorial Day through Labor Day. Results are posted on the Health Division’s website.
SEPTIC SYSTEMS PROGRAM
Assistant Director Amy von Hone oversees this program which involves the State Title 5 Septic
Regulations, handling inquiries, requests for deep and perc soil tests, engineered plan reviews,
permits and final septic inspections. The Title 5 Regulations also require the office to review
approximately 600 septic system evaluation reports for every real estate sales transaction. The
division reviewed 1,512 engineered plans for the installation of 323 septic systems.
THE SEPTIC MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
This program was responsible for many of the Town’s failing septic systems being upgraded.
This program includes: septic system maintenance pamphlets, consultations, along with sewage
system location cards and pumping histories that are provided by staff to assist homeowners in
locating their septic system for routine maintenance pumping. As required by State law, the
Health Division Office reviews all building permits to determine the adequacy of the septic
system for all projects involving building alterations and/or renovations, which is helping to
ensure protection of the Town’s groundwater and drinking water quality. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ACTIVITIES
Carl Lawson is the Town’s Hazardous Waste Inspector who administers the Board of Health
regulation, “Handling and Storage of Toxic or Hazardous Materials,” to approximately 180
businesses, to ensure businesses are handling and storing hazardous or toxic materials properly,
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for the protection of the environment, public health, and drinking water. Carl is responsible for
monitoring 30 active sites listed as Confirmed Hazardous Waste Sites by DEP. Carl also
coordinates public health emergency planning as required by the State Department of Public
Health. This planning includes emergency dispensing sites, KI distribution, attending State and
regional meetings, and monthly meetings with representatives from Police, Fire, the County
Health Department, the Department of Public Health, the Medical Reserve Corps, and the School
Department.
HOUSING PROGRAM
This program is administered by Housing Inspector Kevin Hook. He conducts inspections on all
rental properties upon their scheduling each year. Approximately 2,700 housing rental units are
monitored and inspected according to the 1976 Town Rental By-law for safety and compliance
with the State Housing Regulation.
FOOD SERVICE/MOTELS/POOLS
This program is administered by Health Inspector Phil Renaud, who conducts inspections on 169
food service venues and 56 retail food stores. Also inspected were 79 commercial swimming
pools, 28 whirlpools, and 82 lodging facilities.
OTHER ACTIVITIES
The Health Division continues to add and maintain many of its administrative functions for
monitoring the public health and environment, which includes the following programs:
underground gasoline storage tanks, hazardous waste, septage pumping data for all residential
and commercial buildings, nitrate loading restrictions, complaints, housing rentals, dog bite
reports, food service, communicable disease follow-ups, swimming pools, well water analysis,
along with pond, river, and coastal water analysis.
Thanks go out to all the staff: Amy von Hone, Mary Alice Florio, Peggy Rose (retired), Carl
Lawson, Philip Renaud, Kevin Hook, and Christine Slack. We would also like to thank Brenda
Fellows for her service as the Town’s Animal Inspector.
Licenses/Permits Total Permits Issued
Calendar Year 2018 2017 2016
Motels/Cabins/Inns/Lodges/B&B/Camps 82 55 53
Food Service: 0-100 seats/100+ seats 100/27 79/34 86/29
Non-Profit Organizations 19 15 18
Common Victualler 108 101 96
Continental Breakfast 28 14 14
Catering/Commissary/Residential Kitchens 4 7 6
Catering/Temporary Food, per event 41 42 39
Retail Stores/Wholesale 72/2 46/2 51/2
Frozen Dessert 17 11 9
Mobile Food/ Ice cream trucks 2/1 2/1 3/2
Farmers Market – Vendors 5 1 6
Sewage Collectors 23 47 46
Refuse Collectors 19 15 13
Funeral Directors 5 5 5
Poultry: 1-9 chickens/10+ chickens 8/8 12/7 11/7
Stables/Each additional horse 5/19 5/21 3/6
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Swine/Sheep/Goats: 1-8 animals 1 2 1
Swimming Pools – Commercial 99 70 84
Vapor Baths/Whirlpools 32 25 28
Septic Disposal Installer’s License 69 61 75
Title 5 Septic Permits: New/Repair 29/289 30/304 34/288
Title 5 Inspection Report Filing Fee 593 611 612
Trailer Park 1 1 1
Tanning Facilities, per tanning device 4 14 2
Tobacco Sales 41 27 27
Hazardous Waste 21E Reports 3 7 4
Hazardous Waste Business Licenses 181 200 181
Rental Housing Registrations 2,455 2,528 2,557
Grand Total Fees Collected $357,196.50 $342,274.25 313,544.00
ADDITIONAL HEALTH DIVISION STATISTICS
Communicable Disease Investigations: 2018 2017 2016
Tuberculosis 4 0 5
Salmonella 3 3 4
Babesiosis 12 19 8
Hepatitis 66 109 75
Lyme 44 83 67
Title 5 Inspection Reports Reviewed
(for Real Estate Transfers): 2018 2017 2016
Conditionally Passes/Further Evaluation 14/4 16/3 11/0
Passes 518 511 497
Fails 55 54 63
Total 591 584 571
Miscellaneous Health Division Statistics: 2018 2017 2016
Burial Permits Reviewed/Issued 194 210 186
Building Permits Reviewed 342 340 353
Engineered Sewage Plans Reviewed 1,512 1,456 1,215
Septic Permits Issued: New/Repair 28/295 28/288 29/292
Septic System Inspections 457 492 458
Percolation/Deep Tests 465 581 536
Private Treatment Plants – Reports 84 84 84
Food Service Inspections 327 113 115
Commercial Swimming Pool Inspections 264 70 84
Complaints Received: 2018 2017 2016
Garbage, Debris, Rubbish 176 352 171
Hazardous Waste 39 34 28
Animals/Rodents 30 29 20
Housing 299 309 195
Sewage 77 8 39
Food 16 31 19
Miscellaneous 33 22 27
Follow-ups 659 697 826
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Animal Inspector Statistics: 2018 2017 2016
Dog Bite Reports/Quarantines 86 103 108
Cat Bite Reports/Quarantines 16 43 52
Barn/Poultry Inspections 4 30 23
Respectfully submitted,
Bruce G. Murphy, MPH, CHO, R.S., Director of Health
PUBLIC WORKS
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Jeffrey Colby, DPW Director
As in several other recent years, the Yarmouth Department of Public Works (DPW) has had
some retirements. Most notably in November 2018, Doug Wrock, Town Surveyor, retired. We
thank him for his service, and we wish him well in his retirement. Our primary goal is to provide
efficient and timely service and assist the residents of Yarmouth with their public works’ needs.
The talented and professional public works staff are the people that make this happen. We have
a motto, “Public Works Makes It Happen.”
DPW Administration & Engineering Division
Our work focuses on maintenance of the roadways and sidewalks, meeting storm water
mandates, drainage design, project management, and construction oversight. This is primarily
accomplished by administering over $1 million of Town Meeting appropriated roadwork
funding, and over $800,000 of Chapter 90 state aid. The DPW Administration team also
conducted several utility pole hearings in 2018, and coordinated maintenance on Town street
lights and traffic signals.
Some of the other actives of the Division include:
• Private Road Petitions for various requests, including snow plowing, tree work, drainage,
and pavement maintenance on private roads;
• Groundwater issues were a major challenge in 2018. There was a high number of ground
water issues this year due to seasonally high ground water in the late winter/early spring
in combination with a series of March storm events that produced significant ground
water problems;
• Processed 121 road opening permits;
• Maintained the E 9-1-1 records for building and house numbers as required; responded to
requests from Verizon E 9-1-1 for confirmation of same;
• Worked in conjunction with Kleinfelder, Utility Cloud, and the IT Division in order to
accomplish the following tasks: Updated the infrastructure data contained within the
Town’s uni-directional flushing model; completed fire flow testing on, and SCADA data
collection from, the Town’s water distribution system; completed hydraulic modeling
training in order to be able to calibrate and maintain the Town’s uni-directional flushing
model;
• Station Avenue/White’s Path, and Station Avenue/Old Town House Road traffic signal
review to optimize traffic operations;
• Provided professional support in assessing and remediating the impact of winter storm
Riley on roadways and conveyance culverts at Thatcher Shore Road and Seagull Road;
• Public Works procurement included Barnstable County Roadwork bids which provided
for various services including crack seal, chip seal, mill/overlay, patching and materials.
• The following procurement was also completed: traffic signal maintenance bid and street
light maintenance bid (Cape Light Compact), winter snow and ice products (Plymouth
County bid), RFP-On-Call Engineering/Architect, IFB-Town wide cleaning contract,
Water Department bids, cell tower leases, RFQ-Owners Project Manager for DPW
Facility, IFB-Waste Water Treatment Plant roof repair, IFB-Waste Water Treatment
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Plant sand filter sandblasting, IFB-Senior Center roof repair, RFQ-tree removal and
trimming, IFB-drainage various areas, IFB-Baxter Grist Mill Dam Restoration Project.
• Chapter 90 funds were used for roadway improvements in 2018. These improvements
included: various Town roads – patch, crack fill, mill and overlay, chip seal both double
and regular chip, design plans for Bayview Street, resurfacing-various streets including
Bakers Path, German Hill Road, Salt Box Lane, Sea Gull Road, Sheridan Road, and
South Sea Avenue, and various drainage improvements.
• Road Maintenance Funds approved by Town Meeting were used for a variety of road
maintenance projects in 2018. These projects included: chip seal-10% rubber, 20%
rubber and double chip-private and Town roads, culvert repairs at Sea Gull Road and
Thatcher Shore Road, Route 6A and Center Street study, Rail Trail Design (Town
portion) VHB, 3-year contract with VHB (engineering consultant) for evaluation of
pavement condition, pot hole repair, various locations Town and private roads with valid
petitions on file, pavement patching-various locations/Town and private roads,
emergency repairs to Follins Pond Road, and catch basin repairs.
The Public Works team has continued to work as part of multi-discipline staff team that has been
involved in managing a number of large project, including:
• Updating the Town’s Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan. Discussions are ongoing
with the neighboring communities of Barnstable, Dennis, and Harwich about possible
partnership opportunities.
• Cape Cod Rail Trail Extension project. The second phase of this project, which consists
of the construction of the trail from North Main Street and a bridge over the Bass River
into Dennis was completed in the fall of 2018. The third phase of this project will
include trail improvements from Peter Homer Park, on Old Town House Road, through
Bayberry Hills Golf Course and then construction of a new trail into the Town of
Barnstable.
• Department of Public Works Building: This project is being overseen by a newly-formed
DPW Building Committee. The design is ongoing and includes vehicle storage, vehicle
washing, workshop space, and office space for public works operations.
• Stormwater MS4 Requirements. The Town of Yarmouth submitted the required Notice
of Intent in June 2018. The Town has continued to appropriate $200,000 per year to
actively address these new MS4 permit requirements. The DPW has also been pursuing
stormwater grant funds to assist in addressing stormwater nutrient issues.
• The Parker’s River Restoration Project. This project includes the widening of the Route
28 Bridge and improving the Seine Pond tidal flow and water quality. The 100% bridge
design plans have been submitted. It is anticipated that the project will begin
construction in the fall of 2019.
• Baxter Grist Mill. The goal is to improve safety, protect the site and historic mill
building from adverse flow conditions, by meeting the requirements of the Massachusetts
Office of Dam Safety, and to upgrade the fish ladder to improve fish passage.
Construction of this project is expected to begin in the spring of 2019.
• MassDOT project to redesign the intersection of Route 28, North Main, and Old Main
Street. An Information Meeting was held in the fall of 2018, and a 25% Design Public
Hearing is expected in early 2019.
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• Flax Pond Improvements – Pickleball Courts. The construction contract was awarded to
Dandel Construction, Inc. Construction of the new pickleball courts is expected to be
completed by June 2019.
• MassDOT project to replace the Route 28 Bass River Bridge. An Information Meeting
was held in 2018, and a 25% Design Public Hearing is expected in early 2019.
Other Highlights:
The DPW Director and the Water Division continue to work closely with Town
Administration and the Town of Barnstable to continue to assist Barnstable in providing a
supplemental supply of water for their residents. It is expected that Yarmouth will
continue to provide the Town of Barnstable with drinking water through at least 2020.
The DPW Director and other Town staff have been working with residents along Route
6A and Center Street in Yarmouth Port to address a number of safety issues in those
neighborhood areas. Additional meetings are anticipated in the spring of 2019 to
continue to get input from residents on potential improvements.
National Grid has continued construction on the replacement of one of their primary gas
mains. The installation activity has impacted White’s Path, North Dennis Road, Great
Western Road, and Highbank Road. This work is expected to be completed in early
2019.
A General Manager was brought in from Weston & Sampson Engineers to implement the
recommendations from the Water Organizational Study that was completed in 2017.
This study contained recommendations about the appropriate Water Division
organizational structure that will be able to support operations in the future. This
includes updating policies, procedures, and training requirements.
The reorganization that integrated the Parks and Cemetery teams into the Department of
Public Works was completed in the fall of 2018. These sections now report to the
Building & Grounds Superintendent.
In the coming year, we will continue to complete public works projects within the budgets
provided to us. Thank you to the Public Works employees who continue to provide excellent
customer service and are very dedicated to the Town of Yarmouth.
Following are the reports of the DPW Divisions, outlining in more detail the highlights of the
past year.
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS DIVISION
Dick Court, Buildings and Grounds Superintendent
The Facilities Division has now combined with Parks and Cemetery as of July 1, 2018.
Combined we have 10 full time employees and several seasonal employees. The following is a
list of some of our projects completed in 2018:
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Facilities Division:
• Town Hall lower level flood restoration after a sprinkler pipe burst creating significant
damage; relocating offices at Town Hall; having the Facilities Division do so much of the
work in house it is estimated that we saved the Town about $40,000.00
• Oversaw the Senior Center Roof Replacement
• Installed new concrete walkway at the South Yarmouth Library
• Installed all new trim on the West Yarmouth Library
• Oversaw the replacement of the West Yarmouth Library Roof
• Installed new trim at the Water Department
• Cleaned up the Drive-In site with the assistance of all DPW divisions and seasonal help
• These projects are very significant accomplishments for a small division. We also take
care of everyday calls such as changing light bulbs, moving furniture, repairing furniture,
stocking paper, plumbing issues, HVAC and electrical problems.
Park Division:
• Cleared brush and mowed down undergrowth in and around most parks
• Removed multiple hazard trees from Flax Pond property
• Repaired snow fencing to beach walkways
• Sandy Pond fields were aerated, over seeded, and top dressed
• New wood fiber was added to various playgrounds throughout the Town
• Peter Homer Park Playground underwent renovation to be more handicap accessible
• Striped parking lots that were in need
• Parker’s River Gazebo was refurbished with new benching and walkways
• Siding was replaced on Bass Hole restrooms along with a fresh coat of paint.
• Painting of South Middle restroom was completed
• Work was completed at Flax Pond Recreation area reorganizing areas to make way for
new pickle ball courts
• Assisted in Town’s annual cleanup
Beautification Team:
The Beautification team consisted of two seasonal laborers. They were tasked with enhancing
all Town properties. Some projects they undertook were trimming overgrown properties,
mulching and planting a flower garden at the Senior Center, planting and maintaining the flower
garden at the Village Green, enhancement project at the South Yarmouth Library and continually
controlling the weed growth on Route 28.
Park and Cemetery Division did an excellent job keeping up with all the beaches, parks and
fields, by keeping them all clean, picking up trash, cleaning all the restrooms and handling the
daily beach receipts. They did trash pickup throughout Town. They also scheduled and oversaw
the summer staff. During the winter months, the Buildings and Grounds staff assist the Highway
Department with Snow and Ice removal, along with keeping the sidewalks at all buildings clear.
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This Division will continue to do its best to improve the condition of the Town-owned
properties. The Buildings and Grounds Division would like to thank all the other employees and
departments that assisted in these projects, helping to make us all successful.
HIGHWAY DIVISION
I. Richard Kelley, Highway Superintendent
The main functions of the Division include repair and maintenance of Yarmouth’s roadways and
sidewalks year round and snow and ice during the winter.
Some of our duties include road and sidewalk surface maintenance including pavement
treatments, paving, patching holes, berm installation and repair at the edge of the paved roadway,
grading unpaved Town-owned and private roads with petitions, catch basin cleaning and repair,
roadside brush and litter cleanup, roadside mowing and trimming, tree trimming and cutting,
weed control, sign installation and repair, street sweeping, pavement markings, snow and ice
removal, and special projects for other divisions and departments.
There were again staffing difficulties this past year with people out on injury leave and workers
compensation. Paul Lanoue has left the Highway Division and taken a position with Waste
Management. We wish Paul the best in his new position. His leaving opened another truck
driver position here and Shawn Willette also left his employment with the Town. We filled both
of those positions, and having filled our mechanic’s vacancy early in the year, we will finish the
year at almost full staffing. Our new mechanic is Chris Branch, with Scott Angell and Bruce
Vadenboncoeur filling the two vacant driver positions.
Traffic Signs and Pavement Markings
Our sign man, Bernie Malone, has again been very busy this past year. We are continuing to
update signs to meet new regulations and also we replace old worn signs that have become
unreadable due to weathering over the years. Whenever possible sign materials that can be re-
used are stored and put back into service. We scrap our old unusable signs and posts via the
Waste Management Division and the Town is paid for that scrap metal. Doing these two things
helps to save on costs in the Sign Shop by stretching the money a bit further. This year Bernie
worked on 814 sign-related issues ranging from replacement of signs and posts, repairs of signs
and posts, graffiti removal, and trimming around the signs for visibility. Bernie again oversaw
the line painting of all lines and special markings in Town. He also takes care of putting out
voter information and precinct signs for Town Meeting and elections, puts out the Community
Clean Up signs, and also repairs plow damaged mailboxes.
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
The Division has two full time mechanics responsible for the repair and maintenance of all the
vehicles and equipment. Some of the vehicles are: pickups, heavy trucks, heavy equipment,
snow and ice equipment, and medium to small power equipment. We were able to fill our vacant
mechanic position in mid-January and he was able to jump right in and start helping with the
backlog as well as assisting with snow and ice and other weather specific issues.
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Roadway Management System (RMS)
The Highway Division does all the roadside trimming, some of the patching, any needed
drainage repairs and installs smaller drainage systems in support of this program. We have also
done some sweeping in support of this program.
Road and Sidewalk Maintenance
During the past year, road, sidewalk and drainage repairs saw us putting out 127.14 tons of hot
mix asphalt used for our usual assortment of basin repairs, potholes, and berms. The severe
storms of March caused issues with culverts, most notably a large culvert on Thacher Shore
Road and two culverts on Seagull Road. DNR stepped up to do the shoulder work on one of the
Seagull Road culverts and Highway took care of the road failures for all three. It should be
noted that all of the repairs can only be considered temporary and work is underway to try to
replace all three of these culverts.
Snow and Ice - Storms
Unlike the last few years, this previous snow and ice season started in December with our first
time out to treat roads being on December 14, 2017. We also had such a cold spell in December
of 2017 that we had to put out a sign warning people to stay off the ice at Bass Hole. We had
similar numbers to last year with five plowing events and an additional 13 events requiring road
treatment for icing or snow. A rather mild February gave way to a March that saw three
significant storms that included a lot of downed trees. I would like to again thank the many
people who work tirelessly to get the roads open as soon as possible after these events.
Roadside Vegetation Management Program
The Highway Division has the responsibility for all roadside trimming operations within the
Town. This includes mowing the roadsides, trimming for sight distance at intersections,
trimming roadsides to maintain shoulders for pedestrians and snow removal, trimming low
hanging or dangerous limbs, and removing trees that pose a threat to the public. Again this year
the crews were busy with trimming all over Town. Some of the trimming is the result of a call or
request for the trimming and some of the trimming is maintenance trimming. Our goal is to be
proactive and reduce the need for the calls through maintenance trimming whenever possible.
Timely trimming also helps with aesthetics and we want to present our community in the best
possible light for both our residents and our visitors. Please help yourself to any woodchips you
need across from the Highway Department, next to the Fire Station on Buck Island Road.
Sweeping
The Highway Division swept all the roads and parking lots in Town again this year. Sweeping is
an important component of our storm water maintenance program and we are required to sweep
some roads twice a year. All sweeping debris is stored undercover at Highway until such time as
we get it tested and then move it to a berm area behind the salt shed.
Storm Water Program
The EPA, through the Clean Water Act, run a program frequently referred to as NPDES –
National Pollution Discharge Elimination System. Under this program the Town is required to
have an MS4 permit – Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System - in order to discharge storm
water to waters of the United States.
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As part of the permit we are required to clean storm drains as well as the above mentioned
sweeping. This year over 600 storm drains were cleaned and many more were inspected for
cleaning needs. This work is ongoing throughout the year, weather permitting. In the past year
we saw water table elevations that we have not seen in a long time. This resulted in a lot of
sump pumps being used and adding to our puddle problems. Though we understand the reason
some people pump we still have to remind folks that the water from their sump pumps cannot be
pumped to the roads where it will cause problems for everyone using the road, especially during
the winter when the water will freeze.
Miscellaneous
On a yearly basis we assist the Park Division with getting beaches ready by assisting with
cleaning of sand from handicap ramps, sweeping their lots for line painting, and loaning them the
equipment they need to move the booths and chairs into position for the season. We deliver and
set up the bleachers for the Seaside Festival Parade, and return them afterwards. We assisted the
Fire Department with a pad for a new generator for Station 2 (Route 6A), we assisted with some
walkway work at South Yarmouth Library so a contractor could replace the main walkway, and
we installed some additional drainage at the Senior Center for a puddle problem that could not be
solved by simple cleaning.
Your Highway Crew:
Operations Supervisor: Ron Ramirez
Mechanics: Dave Morin and Chris Branch
Equipment Operator/Crew Leaders: Peter Burch, Mike Packett, Dave Griswold and Ned Burke
Signs and Lines: Bernie Malone
Heavy Truck Drivers: Chris Germain, Derek Sullivan, Dan Hanson, Bruce Vadenboncoeur and
Scott Angell
Office: Jocelyn Raneo - DPW Principal Office Assistant working out of Highway
WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION
Roby Whitehouse, Waste Management Superintendent
The Waste Management Division consists of operations at the Yarmouth Residential Disposal
Area, Yarmouth Regional Transfer Station, as well as the Yarmouth Septage Treatment Plant.
Yarmouth Residential Disposal Area
The Residential Disposal Area has three traffic areas within the facility located near the Old
Town House Road and Forest Road intersection. The first area is a residential drop-off area
where sticker holders are able to dispose of their household garbage and recyclables. The second
is a compost area where leaves, grass, and small pruning's are deposited so they can be processed
into compost. The third area is the scale area where payment is accepted for all charge items such
as construction and demolition materials, metal items, brush, residential coolant items containing
CFC’s and HFC’s (refrigerators and air conditioners). Coupon booklets for pay as you throw
services are also available at the Scale House, which accepts cash, checks and credit cards.
Through a grant from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Yarmouth increased
signage at the facility to assist with directionality as recycling container changes took place.
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Recycling costs continue to elevate, largely due to tariffs charged in China for load
contamination. Recycling vendors are charging higher fees, and rebates continue to decrease.
Thank you to Yarmouth Libraries for co-hosting recycle information sessions during the months
of June, July, August, and September. These information sessions were so successful that they
will be scheduled in the first few months of 2019 at the Senior Center.
Yarmouth Disposal Area continues to remove a substantial amount of mercury bearing products
from the waste stream; items such as fluorescent bulbs, thermometers, thermostats, etc., are
recycled through a grant from SEMASS.
Yarmouth hosted two Hazardous Household Collections in 2018 on July 21 and October 6 at the
Yarmouth Senior Center with assistance from Barnstable County’s Cape Cod Cooperative
Extension; the dates for 2019 will be July 20th and October 5th. Yarmouth participated in paint
take-back events as well through a Barnstable County Grant from the DEP for recycling paint;
more events like this will be planned in 2019. The Charitable Redemption Center offered
donations in 2018 to Boy’s and Girl Scouts, DY Marching Band, Yarmouth Dog Park, Keep
America Beautiful, Housing Assistance Corporation, Champ House, and many other not-for-
profit organizations on Cape Cod. Paul Hebert’s organization will be missed, as the doors closed
on December 31, 2018.
The facility operates with eight full-time and three part-time employees and the hours of
operation are 7:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., seven days per week, closing on the following holidays:
• NEW YEAR’S DAY
• MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
• PRESIDENTS’ DAY
• PATRIOT'S DAY
• MEMORIAL DAY
• INDEPENDENCE DAY
• LABOR DAY
• COLUMBUS DAY
• VETERANS DAY
• THANKSGIVING DAY
• CHRISTMAS DAY
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What comes in must go out, so here is a list of the volume handled and hauled over the past four
calendar years:
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Material 2015 2016 2017 2018 Measurement
Antifreeze 500 200 300 300 Gallons
Auto Batteries 1.33 3.09 3.3 3.87 Tons
Brush 698.79 501.1 930.37 1076.9 Tons
CFC's/HFC's 1682 813 1118 1111 Units
Cathode Ray Tubes 3253 1873 974 985 Units
Commingle 583.46 645.4 643.71 618.31 Tons
Construction 12748 13082 13650 15894 Tons
Cardboard 296.85 355.1 357 389 Tons
.05$ Returnable 31.09 33.8 23.6 26.9 Tons
Municipal Waste 8334.8 8409.52 7812 9121 Tons
Magazines 45.97 34.36 43 50.96 Tons
Metals 478.27 658.2 666 639.2 Tons
Motor Oil 3150 2200 4100 3200 Gallons
Paper 380.94 370.1 316 330 Tons
Propane Tanks 620 710 974 670 Units
Textiles 114.05 109.9 117 99 Tons
Tires 22.93 29.4 28.06 33.96 Tons
014 2015 Measurement
Yarmouth Regional Transfer Station
Leased by Covanta Energy/Staffed Lawrence Waste
The station was privatized with a lease to Covanta Energy in February of 2014. Yarmouth
Transfer Station received waste from the residential drop-off facilities in Yarmouth, as well as
commercial waste from all over Barnstable County. This waste was received in a variety of
commercial collection vehicles. Yarmouth Transfer Station is operated with a staff of three full-
time and two part-time employees. The facility was open seven days per week, year round, with
the exception of New Year’s Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Yarmouth Septage Treatment Plant
Operated by Weston & Sampson Services (David Bernier, Project Manager)
This year has been very busy at the Septage Treatment Facility. The plant received a total of
almost 29 million gallons of septage and grease, more flow this year than any year in the plant’s
history. This is up from last year’s total of 27 million gallons. Staff continues to make strides
with maintenance at the facility. Some of the larger projects included: replaced the main drive
shaft, bearing, and packing gland on the Headworks Grit Classifier; replaced all the chain and
flights on the Grease Decant Tank; replaced several Victaulic valves (6”, 8”, and one 12” valve
in the facility); replaced several check valve bodies on several diaphragm pumps in the plant;
rebuilt several diaphragm pump heads during the year; and, replaced the Rotor and Stator on
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BFP feed pump #2. Upgrades and capital improvement projects include: replacing the roll up
door in the Headworks Building; three roofs were stripped and the rubber coating replaced, and
one of the leaking roof sections was repaired; new entrance doors were installed on the generator
shed, as well as the main office vestibule door; continued improvements and increased SCADA
controls were installed; one of the EQ tanks was cleaned out by Weston & Sampson, CMR
Division; and lastly oxidation ditch #2 was pumped out during the winter months and all of the
diffuser stones were acid washed and the rubber membranes were pressure washed.
The facility and staff had a full year of hauling liquid sludge from the sludge holding tank. This
has attributed to the facility being able to handle additional flows that came in the busy season.
This summer was challenging, but with a good team everything seemed to work out well. On a
couple occasions during the summer/fall months it was necessary to limit flow due to the
extremely high volume flowing into the facility.
Finance Director Eduard Senteio and Department of Public Works Director Jeff Colby are still
working with the vendor Genesis on the possibility of building an anaerobic digester which will
provide sludge disposal alternatives.
The facility continues to run well and there were no plant permit violations during the past year.
There are several upcoming projects for the slow winter months to make the facility ready for
another busy season.
2018
Septage
Gallons
Received
Effluent
Gallons
Bayberry
Golf Course
Effluent
Gallons
Buck Isl.
Spray Field
Total
Effluent
Discharged
Liquid
Sludge
Tons
Liquid
Sludge
Gallons
Grit
Tons
17-Jan 1,338,418 0 0 0 144.31 36,000 0
17-Feb 1,517,639 0 0 0 130.5 81,000 66.47
17-Mar 1,458,915 0 0 0 82.48 0 0
17-Apr 2,362,116 0 0 0 147.62 27,000 0
17-May 2,877,798 37,197 1,330,617 1,367,814 187.16 63,000 69.08
17-Jun 2,804,568 1,669,725 196,840 1,866,565 57.26 63,000 0
17-Jul 3,005,339 3,772,387 0 3,772,387 94.18 135,000 0
17-Aug 3,556,915 2,878,812 0 2,878,812 158.44 144,000 51.22
17-Sep 2,510,965 1,574,325 2,943,750 4,518,075 196.7 36,000 21.74
17-Oct 3,091,708 351,894 4,807,195 5,159,089 188.92 81,000 0
17-Nov 2,597,588 0 7,603,360 7,603,360 118.82 88,000 49.2
17-Dec 1,737,727 0 0 0 309.36 0 0
Totals 28,859,696 10,284,340 16,881,762 27,166,102 1815.75 754,000 257.71
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WATER DIVISION
Gary A. Damiecki, Interim Superintendent
2018 2017 2016
Gallons of water pumped (millions) 1,388.60 1,398.44 1,559.17
Rainfall for the year (inches) 45.52 56.07 42.47
Total number of water services 16,396
Total number of hydrants 2,116
Number of pumping stations 24
Number of corrosion control facilities 17
Number of water storage tanks 3
Total water storage capacity 9.3 million gallons (MG)
Total acres for Water Supply Protection 965
Yarmouth Water’s Mission Statement
The Yarmouth Water Division is committed to serving the needs of
Yarmouth’s residents, businesses, and visitors by providing high-quality
drinking water while providing for future economic growth via progressive
planning. We are also committed to creating a satisfying, safe, and productive
work environment where a philosophy of win-win is the imbedded culture.
By Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) regulation, the Water
Division staff is on-duty 24/7. The staff is available at all times to serve and protect the public.
We are a dedicated collection of highly motivated and conscientious water professionals proud to
be delivering the very basic of ingredients for human life itself – Clean Fresh Water.
We would like to offer a most sincere thank you to all Town departments, agencies and to the
citizens of Yarmouth for their support and assistance during 2018.
This past year we saw the retirement of long-time Water Superintendent Dan Mills, and
subsequent retention of the consulting firm ‘Weston and Sampson’ and their employee, Steve
Cushing, for the newly-created position of General Manager. Welcome aboard Steve.
We pumped a total of 1,388.60 million gallons of water from Yarmouth during calendar year
2018 as compared to 1,398.44 million gallons for the year 2017. Water production decreased
during 2018 by 1 %. That is roughly 10 million gallons less than was pumped in 2017. In July
we pumped slightly more than 284 million gallons of water. Water usage throughout Town
seems to have stabilized, which may have been due to the wonderful weather conditions we
enjoyed last year.
The Division continues with our many programs, including: Inspection and testing of backflow
devices; inspection and maintenance of hydrants; water main leak detection; water meter
replacement program; and the on-going DEP-mandated water sampling program which ensures
the quality of our potable water. The Division has continued the Pump Station Rehabilitation
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Program wherein all the public water supply wells and associated structures will be
reconditioned and modernized. Presently some of the structures and associated equipment have
outperformed their useful life expectancy. This program is addressing the issue. Presently,
about one half of our facilities have emergency engines powered by propane. So after an event
or power outage, we would continue to deliver water to your home or business. Additionally we
have multiple stations powered by emergency generators which run on natural gas. Thus the
Town’s water delivery, in the event storm outages, should perform as expected - delivering
quality water for your needs is our primary goal.
In the spirit of inter-municipal cooperation, we continue to supply potable water to the Town of
Barnstable, supplying the village of Hyannis with potable water. As many of you recall, the
water wells that supply Hyannis with water have elevated levels of contaminants of concern.
We would like to extend special thanks and a shout out to the unsung heroes at the Water
Division. They responded to water emergencies in the middle of the coldest nights and the
hottest days. They responded with gusto and enthusiasm. Although we experienced many water
main and water service breaks, our heroic distribution crews prevented backflow conditions and
prevented contamination from entering the system. The crews acted in a competent and timely
manner to isolate the breaks, prevent flooding and the subsequent devaluation of private
property. Best of all they acted as ambassadors of the Town of Yarmouth in their daily contact
with citizenry of our community.
MUNICIPAL
TECHNICAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
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MUNICIPAL TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The role of the Information Technology Division is to address the continually increasing demand
for more effective ways to access, maintain, distribute and analyze information pertaining to the
Town of Yarmouth. Toward this end, the Division seeks to ensure that new data is developed
properly, that Yarmouth’s existing data is being utilized effectively, that all departments have
proper access to data, and that the Town’s systems and equipment are being used to their full
potential. The Information Technology Division is responsible for fulfilling these goals, as well
as designing, acquiring, installing, operating, coordinating, and supporting the maintenance of
voice, data, video, and related telecommunications services for all Town offices as well as cable
television broadcast. Through our day-to-day work, and ongoing planning, we have made
progress on many of these efforts.
During 2018, the Division has moved forward with improving our IT infrastructure by
undertaking a server virtualization program and a Town-wide “sub-netting” project. These
efforts will help to improve overall management and efficiency of our operation. Importantly,
these efforts will allow us to better manage and serve the ever-increasing security and data
management needs of the Town. This year, we also began planning for what the next generation
of our network infrastructure needs may be, including build-out of 5G fiber infrastructure and the
possibility of wireless mesh-networks.
Our IT infrastructure supports many of our departmental operations and applications, including
our online permitting, licensing, and inspection system. We continue to develop and improve
this application, and in conjunction with our document imaging project, hope to enhance our
24x7 access to conduct Town business. In addition to this Town-wide application, the IT
Division continues to support dozens of department business applications on a day-to-day basis
in order to keep the Town running smoothly.
Fiscal Year 2018 has also been a year of transition for the IT Division. Beginning in 2018, and
going forward, the Division has been reorganized into the Municipal Technical Services
Department. Under this structure, our department is responsible for a number of municipal
functions that cross department lines, including: Website & Media; Energy Management
Coordination; Fleet Management issues; Procurement; and Project Management, in particular
our Water Resource initiatives.
On the energy front, there have been several exciting developments. The Town completed the
criteria to be accepted into the Massachusetts Green Communities Program. This program will
help to fund substantial energy reduction projects with a goal of reducing energy consumption by
20% over the next five years. In addition, we have executed agreements to bring online roof top
solar PV projects on two of the Town’s fire stations. In addition, through our collaboration with
CVEC, we are considering the development of four additional roof top solar projects, and a
ground mount solar project at our Septage Treatment Plant.
In the next fiscal year, the IT Division will continue its transition into the Municipal Technical
Services Department. We have been laying the ground work in our areas of responsibility,
implementing systems and procedures, and building the capacity to accomplish a number of
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emerging projects in order to meet the challenges, and take advantage of the opportunities, that
will arise. We look forward to not only working with our internal departmental customers, but
becoming more outward facing to work with the Yarmouth community.
The Town is very lucky to have a very dedicated, competent staff to help see this all through.
On behalf of our staff, Joe Hevener, John Morse, Bruce Barrow, and Chad Deschamps, as well
as our part-time staff and interns, I submit this annual report.
Respectfully submitted,
Richard D. Bienvenue, CPA
Acting Municipal Technical Services Director
OTHER
COMMITTEES
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CAPE COD COMMISSION
In addition to all its other tasks, the Cape Cod Commission has been in the process of updating
the Regional Policy Plan for a lengthy period of time. The final draft is all but complete and
plans are in place to submit it for approval to the Barnstable Assembly of Delegates in early
2019.
The new Regional Policy Plan is a new document that should make applicants and staff work
more smoothly through the permitting process. The plan will be supported by numerous
Technical Bulletins to further guide applicants.
Any and all information that involves the work of the Commission is readily available on its
website (capecodcommission.org).
Yarmouth’s Representative is immersed in the work of the Commission. As 2019 Vice Chair, he
is by virtue of that office a member of the Executive Committee. In addition, he is Vice Chair of
the Committee for Planning and Regulation and is a member of the ad hoc sub-committee for the
update of the Regional Policy Plan.
Respectfully submitted,
John H. McCormack Jr.
Yarmouth Representative to the Cape Cod Commission
CAPE COD REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY
The Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) has provided a total of 98,733 one-way
passenger trips across all services in the town of Yarmouth from July 2017 through June 2018
(FY18).
CCRTA provided 13,831 Medicaid trips, 30,401 Day Habilitation trips, 43 ADA trips, and 100
other medical trips for Yarmouth residents. CCRTA also provided 82 Yarmouth residents with
289 trips to Boston area hospitals through the Boston Hospital Transportation service.
CCRTA provided 680 Yarmouth residents with 24,192 DART (Dial-a-Ride Transportation) trips
during FY18. Total DART passenger trips in the fifteen towns of Cape Cod were 217,037 in
FY18.
The fixed route Hyannis to Orleans (H2O) serves the towns of Barnstable, Yarmouth, Dennis,
Harwich, Chatham, and Orleans along the Route 28 corridors. A total of 29,877 one-way trips
originated in Yarmouth for the H2O route for the period July 2017 through June 2018.
Although we do not track alighting’s, it is assumed that an approximately equal number of riders
ended their trips in Yarmouth, including some who began and ended their trips in Yarmouth.
Total ridership for the H2O route for this period was 151,673.
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CCRTA supplied the Yarmouth Council on Aging with one Mobility Assistance Program (MAP)
vehicle that provided 2,975 rides from July 2017 to June 2018.
Route maps, schedules, fares, Google Transit Trip Planner, and the latest news about Cape Cod
public transportation services are provided at www.capecodrta.org, as well as links to many other
transportation resources.
CAPE LIGHT COMPACT
Yarmouth Representative – Joyce Flynn
Yarmouth Alternate – Daniel Knapik
Cape Light Compact JPE is an intergovernmental organization consisting of the 21 towns on
Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard and Duke’s County. The Compact’s mission is to serve our
205,000 customers through the delivery of proven energy efficiency programs, effective
consumer advocacy, and renewable competitive electricity supply.
Effective July 1, 2017, the Cape Light Compact reorganized and reconstituted itself as a joint
powers entity pursuant to Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40 Section 4A1/2, becoming the
first joint powers entity in Massachusetts. Reorganizing as a joint powers entity protects
member Towns from potential liabilities and mandates greater financial accountability through
expanded reporting requirements to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and member
Towns, and designation of Treasury functions to an independent entity.
POWER SUPPLY
During 2018, the Compact’s power supplier for all residential, commercial, and industrial
customers was NextEra Energy Services of Massachusetts (NextEra). The Compact is pleased
that our residential price in 2018 was lower than Eversource’s basic service residential, while
also being 100% renewable.
The Compact has been a green aggregation since January 2017, meaning 100% of Compact’s
power supply customers’ annual electricity usage is met with renewable energy certificates
(RECs). Each REC represents the generation of 1 megawatt hour (1,000 kilowatt hours) of
electricity produced by a renewable resource, such as wind or solar. By retiring RECs to match
the Compact’s customers’ usage, Compact customers are financially supporting renewable
energy resources, including resources located on Cape Cod and southeastern Massachusetts. In
addition, NextEra pledged to deposit all premiums paid for voluntary RECs, plus their supplier
and retail fees (expected to total over $3 million per year), into a trust fund to be used solely for
the development of new renewable energy resources. In December 2018, the Compact also
announced that it had entered in to a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) for both energy
and RECs from a solar facility under development in Farmington, Maine, which is scheduled to
begin delivering energy to Compact customers in 2021. Now, by purchasing electricity through
the Compact, all Compact power supply customers are supporting renewable energy and acting
locally to combat climate change.
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At a regional level, New England continues to face electricity pricing challenges during the
winter months. Over the last fifteen years, New England has greatly increased its reliance on
natural gas for electricity production, and now over fifty percent of New England’s electricity is
generated with natural gas. However, natural gas pipeline capacity has not substantially
increased during that same period. As a result, during winter cold snaps, demand for natural gas
to generate electricity competes with natural gas demand for heating purposes. Allocation of
natural gas for heating has priority over natural gas for generating electricity. This creates a
supply shortage of natural gas for electricity production, and therefore increases prices for
electric generators, which is passed on to all New England power supply customers.
Massachusetts has taken a major step to address this issue through the execution of long-term
contracts for off-shore wind energy, and continues to negotiate contracts for additional
renewable energy resources; however, until such time as this issue is fully resolved, either
through additional infrastructure, demand reduction or other targeted programs, the possibility of
future high winter pricing remains, and as such, consumers should still expect seasonal pricing
fluctuations for the foreseeable future. The Compact will continue to seek ways to help
customers reduce their electricity costs through innovative energy efficiency programs to
mitigate the impacts of higher winter electricity pricing.
As of December 2018, the Compact had approximately 12,429 electric accounts in the Town of
Yarmouth on its power supply.
CONSUMER ADVOCACY
Since 1997, Cape Light Compact has advocated for the ratepayers of Cape Cod and Martha’s
Vineyard at the local and state level. In 2018, the Compact continued its focus on grid
modernization, reviewing the plans submitted by the utilities in August 2015. The Compact held
community and stakeholder meetings about what is being proposed and the implications for the
energy future of Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard. There were several key areas of concern that
the Compact and engaged stakeholders identified, mainly centered around the fact that
Eversource’s grid modernization plan was mostly grid-facing and did not offer many
opportunities to engage customers with a modernized grid. The Compact was an active
participant in the DPU docket and retained experts to analyze Eversource’s plan and present
expert witness testimony, submitted information requests to Eversource, and submitted briefs.
The DPU issued their grid modernization orders in May 2018, approving some of the utilities’
requests but deferring decisions on customer-facing technologies (such as advanced metering
infrastructure) to future proceedings. The Compact will seek to participate in future grid
modernization proceedings at the DPU to advocate for the interests of Cape and Vineyard
customers.
In December 2017, the DPU issued an order on Eversource’s rate case, which was filed in
January 2017. This was Eversource’s first fully litigated rate case since the 1980’s. Rate case
proceedings determine the charges that Eversource is allowed to impose on the distribution side
of the electric bill, which effect all residents and businesses on Cape Cod and Martha’s
Vineyard. The Compact was an active participant in this proceeding as well. The Compact’s
concerns with the proposal were: (1) the proposal to increase customer charges and impose new
demand charges, which decrease customers’ ability to manage their bills; (2) the 10.5% return on
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equity sought by the company, which is higher than the national average for a regulated utility;
(3) the proposal to shift approximately $30 million per year of costs from Western MA
customers (and Eastern MA commercial customers) on to Eastern MA residential customers,
which includes the Cape and Vineyard. Unfortunately, the DPU approved increased customer
charges and demand charges, a 10% rate of return, and the cost shift from Western MA and
Eastern MA commercial customers on to Eastern MA residential customers. However, the
participation of the Compact and other intervenors resulted in a lower approved customer charge
than Eversource proposed, a rejection of consolidated Transition charges (saving Cape and
Vineyard customers approx. $8M/year), and rejection of the consolidation of commercial and
industrial rate classes which would have had steep bill impacts for some Cape and Vineyard
customers. Since the December 2017 Order, the Department has opened two related proceedings
that the Compact is participating in regarding performance metrics and the Monthly Minimum
Reliability Charge (MMRC) outreach and education plan. Additionally, the Compact filed an
amicus brief with the MA Supreme Judicial Court (SJC), supporting other parties’ appeals of the
approved return on equity rate and MMRC. The SJC has not ruled on the appeals as of
December 2018.
The Compact also participated in regulatory proceedings at the DPU related to the retail electric
market, pushing for policies that promote a competitive power supply market while ensuring
common-sense protections for consumers.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Funding for the energy efficiency programs (i.e. energy assessments for homes and businesses,
rebates on the purchase of energy efficient appliances and energy education in our schools)
comes from the monthly customer “energy conservation” charge on each customers’ electric bill,
which is multiplied by the number of kilowatt hours used during the month ($0.02109 for
residential customers and $0.0078 for commercial and industrial customers).
Here are some examples of Cape Light Compact energy efficiency programs at work in
Yarmouth:
• 10 ENERGY STAR® homes were built in the Town of Yarmouth.
• Consulting services, lighting measures, and other energy efficiency measures were
performed at many Town buildings, including the Fire Department and DPW buildings.
• Cape Light Compact continues to support STEM integrated energy education to students,
parents, and teachers at D-Y High School, Mattacheese Middle School, Station Avenue
School, and M. E. Small School through energy carnivals, teacher workshops, education
materials, and classroom support. Mattacheese students participated in the Compact’s Be
Jan. – Dec. 2018 # of
Participants
Customer
Savings kWh Saved Rebates/Incentives
Paid to Customers
Low Income 253 $38,455.40 192,277 $172,327.40
Residential 24,747 $1,144,549.60 5,722,748 $2,467,631.02
Commercial 210 $285,685.80 1,428,429 $1,428,429.12
Total 25,210 $1,468,690.80 7,343,454 $7,343,454.24
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Energy Efficient Smart (BEES) program where they learned about energy efficiency
science and helped to make their own homes more energy efficient.
I am proud to serve as Yarmouth’s representative to Cape Light Compact, and proud of the long
partnership between the Town of Yarmouth and CLC.
CULTURAL COUNCIL
Mission: To support and promote the arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences for the
Towns of Barnstable and Yarmouth.
The Mid-Cape Cultural Council (MCCC) is one of 329 local cultural councils across the state
that work in partnership with the Massachusetts Cultural Council. As a regional council serving
two towns, both Barnstable’s Town Council and Yarmouth’s Board of Selectmen appoint MCCC
members. In FY 2018, there were eight Yarmouth and six Barnstable volunteer appointees.
MCCC is administratively attached to Barnstable’s Growth Management Department.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The MCCC’s core activities are awarding grants and providing services to connect cultural assets
to community needs. In 2018, we:
• Reviewed 35 applications and awarded 20 grants for the year 2019, amounting to
$13,882 to cultural non-profits, schools, libraries, and artists for projects benefiting
people in one or both of the towns we serve. Six grants were to Yarmouth, six grants to
Barnstable, and eight grants were for all Cape.
• Took part in state-wide advocacy activities organized by Massachusetts Cultural Council
and with them co-hosted a Cape & Islands Cultural Council Regional Meeting in June
2018.
• Attracted over 700 followers on Facebook.
• Staged a celebratory Open House at the HyArts Guyer Barn for our 2018 grantees to
promote funded projects, ranging from After School Enrichment Program at M. E. Small
School to an art program at the HyArts Campus for an organization called Amazing
Grace that works with children of incarcerated parents.
• Promoted the opportunity for local artists and cultural non-profits to be part of the NEFA
CreativeGround database.
• Successfully completed fundraising for Phase two of the three year art project called
“Discovery Walk” which will create a path of commissioned sculptures by selected local
artists within the Hyannis Cultural District.
• Created a fundraiser called “A Taste of Art” which involved eight restaurants in Hyannis.
Met the goal of $11,000 through the crowdfunding organization Patronicity which was
then matched in funds provided by Mass Development.
• Awarded a grant to the Cultural Center of Cape Cod to help support an outdoor public art
project for the Town of Yarmouth.
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FUTURE PLANS:
• Installation of the three “Discovery Walk” sculptures, the third Phase of the Hyannis
public art project in 2019.
• Work with other organizations to expand mentoring programs in the areas of arts,
humanities and interpretative sciences that we serve.
• Develop and initiate a Community Input Survey to evaluate how the MCCC is meeting
community needs and goals.
For More Information:
Website: www.mass-culture.org/Mid-Cape
Facebook: www.facebook.com/MidCapeCouncil
Contact Person: Marilyn Heberling, Chair; email: midcapecouncil2@gmail.com
ENERGY COMMITTEE
Mission
Energy usage is a critical issue for the economic and environmental health of Yarmouth.
Managing energy expenditures and monitoring changes in the energy industry present
opportunities to improve the wellbeing of the Town of Yarmouth including its government,
schools, businesses and residents. The Town’s Energy Committee (EC), alert to and supporting
Selectmen's annual goals - advises them on energy-related issues and recommends specific
initiatives.
This year, Energy Committee strongly supported Yarmouth’s joining the Massachusetts Green
Communities program.
Our ongoing objectives are fourfold:
1. Increase the energy efficiency of the Town’s infrastructure.
2. Offer best energy advice to the Board of Selectmen and the Town.
3. Find opportunities for the Town to purchase energy at lower costs and promote
development of local renewable energy sources thereby reducing the use (and cost) of
electric power from the grid.
4. Inform Yarmouth residents, businesses and the D-Y Regional School District of
opportunities to increase their energy efficiency and produce electricity on site through
alternative methods.
Although a decade ago, much of the Energy Committee’s work was involved in monitoring the
Town’s power usage and finding ways to reduce consumption and cost, the mission of the
Committee has evolved. We work on conservation and efficiency in all (not just electric) areas
of the Town’s energy use, but given the importance of an informed citizenry, we work hard at
community energy education.
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Activities
In 2018 our efforts focused on liaising with Town staff; offering commentary in Department of
Public Utilities (DPU) public hearings; collecting and studying data necessary to establish Town
baselines for current energy consumption; and providing a forum for information on current
energy topics.
In spring 2018, EC members researched and created information sheets of the stretch code and
the Green Communities Act, sponsoring a public information session on April 3rd to acquaint
Yarmouth residents with the stretch code requirements for residences.
Other meetings included reports on the Vineyard Wind project, floating solar devices of two
types, and large-scale energy storage.
Energy Committee members attended the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association conference
in March and the Department of Environmental Resources stakeholder meeting on energy
storage policy in May.
Some efforts from 2017 are ongoing:
• Support of the Town’s grant writing to secure equipment for the Yarmouth Energy Park
at the Regional Septage and Solid Waste Facility;
• Energy Committee office hours at the Yarmouth Senior Center are on Mondays from
December through May; and
• Selection of a one-week science summer program and a deserving Dennis-Yarmouth
Regional School District seventh grader for the George Allaire Memorial Fund
Scholarship. This is the fifth year the Committee has awarded the scholarship, and the
2016 Allaire Scholar is Caleb Scribner.
2019 Programs
The public is welcome at monthly Energy Committee meetings on the first Tuesday of each
month; Yarmouth residents can also request to receive EC agendas when posted. The Energy
Committee is sustained by members Steve Gavin, Bob Palmeri, Joyce Flynn, Marilyn Holle,
Steve Krintzman, Sandy Cashen, Mike Duffy, Susan Starkey, and Regina Wood. In 2018, EC
members worked with Town professional staff including Shawn MacInnes, Rich Bienvenue,
Roby Whitehouse, Ed Senteio, Tara Monroe, and Dan Knapik.
In 2018, Energy Committee looks forward to engaging citizen volunteers for Solarize Yarmouth,
a program to reduce the price and risk of residents interested in residential photovoltaic
installations. Interested Yarmouth residents are encouraged to attend an EC meeting or contact
an EC member for more information.
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PERSONNEL BOARD
The Personnel Board is an advisory board to the Board of Selectmen and the Town
Administrator. It is comprised of five members, one of whom is appointed by the Finance
Committee. The Board’s duties include:
1. Recommending personnel policies, procedures, and regulations for non-union
personnel;
2. Approving the content and format of all job descriptions, subject to collective
bargaining where applicable;
3. Acting on requests for changes in pay classifications for permanent positions; acting
on requests to modify pay rates for seasonal and temporary positions; and
4. Other related duties as assigned by the Board of Selectmen and Town Administrator.
A position classification review is the process by which the Town determines the appropriate pay
grade for each permanent Town position or job. The process begins with a review of the job
description by the employee(s), the supervisor, the department head, the Director of Human
Resources, the Town Administrator, and the union, if applicable. The Personnel Board then
reviews the content of a job description for clarification and consistency with Town practice and
conducts a numerical rating of the position using the Town’s position rating manual. Often, the
employee and a supervisor may be present to describe the position and answer any questions the
Personnel Board may have, and in some cases, additional information is requested and the
decision is made at the next meeting.
There were seven meetings held during the year. Position descriptions reviewed and rated by the
Personnel Board were: Victim Services Specialist/Advocate, Buildings and Grounds
Superintendent, Assistant Water Superintendent, Water Production Supervisor, Water Field
Supervisor, and Waste Management Superintendent. Special part-time positions on the
Miscellaneous Compensation Schedule reviewed were: Behavioral Health Clinician, Records
Evidence Licensing, and Transportation Coordinator. The position of Economic Development
Planner was changed to Economic Development Coordinator. The position of Dispatcher was
reviewed at length and additional information requested prior to a vote by the Board. Other
changes were made to the Miscellaneous Compensation Schedule for various temporary/
provisional/seasonal positions and to adhere to the minimum wage law.
Administration changes occurred with the hiring of Shana Tyner, Human Resources Director,
who is now the staff member for the Board. In addition, the Finance Committee representative
changed from Joseph Goldstein, who we thank for his service, to Kenneth Mudie.
The Personnel Board members are most appreciative for the valuable assistance provided by
Christopher Dwelley, Assistant Town Administrator, and Shana Tyner, Human Resources
Director. Their assistance, along with Pamela Barnes, is most appreciative and the members
thank them all.
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The Personnel Board meets as needed at Town Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
Betty-Jane Burkhardt, Chair
Thomas Nickinello, Vice Chair
Alice Bowen
Sharon Ladley
Kenneth Mudie, Finance Committee Representative
RECYCLING AND SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Recycling and Solid Waste Advisory Committee (RASWAC) was established in 1979 to
study the disposal and recycling methods and costs and make recommendations to the Board of
Selectman on their findings.
Past activities of this committee include a review of the “Pay as You Throw” system,
successfully recommending the increase in the number of hazardous waste collection days, the
use of a license plate reader at the Town of Yarmouth Disposal Area, and recommended
improvements to the facility signage. On the administrative side, RASWAC requested
clarification of the Town’s Private Hauler By-law, helped to develop a brochure on waste
reduction, reuse, and recycling. With the help of the Cape Environmental Action, the group
successfully helped pass a by-law to ban “single-use” plastic bags in Yarmouth, effective August
30, 2018.
2018 committee activities included:
• Outreach to the public through hosted events at the Senior Center, libraries and
schools as well as newspaper articles; enhancement of the Disposal Area’s
webpage; created a bag ban brochure and continued educating the public about
the plastic bag ban.
• Exploration of additional ways to reduce the cost of recycling and solid waste
disposal resulting in the recommendation of a Recycling Only Sticker.
• Explored and reviewed polystyrene reduction by-laws and plastic straw bans in
neighboring Cape Cod towns due to added concern for litter reduction and control.
• Filled two vacancies on the committee.
• Reviewed the Disposal Area Regulations.
2019 committee goals include:
• Increase communication about recycling questions and benefits through: regular
Yarmouth recycling column in The Register newspaper; meet with businesses to
better implement the bag ban; connect with school facilities directors about
improving recycling in the schools and waste reduction measures.
• Continued monitoring of recycling markets.
• Consider more options to control amount and cost of recycling and solid waste:
ban on polystyrene and plastic straws; promote current pay to throw options.
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• Help to contain the cost of the Town’s waste management; reduce the rise in
disposal sticker costs by seeking ways of reducing waste amounts and exploring
ways to increase recycling.
• Reduce Litter: RASWAC has become more involved in litter control. Cleaning
up Yarmouth is expensive, but it is essential to at least two of the FY2019 Board of
Selectman Missions and Goals. Yarmouth’s clean-up cost are substantial but must
be tracked as an initial step in managing them.
• Increase Community Support to Reduce Waste and Costs: Outreach will target the
public, influential service clubs, and parts of the Yarmouth Town government
whose approach to facilities and enforcement powers can encourage action to
implement the Yarmouth Selectman’s 2019 goals.
Administratively, RASWAC has kept up to date on the constant changing recycling worldwide
and the effect Yarmouth residents will feel from this. China has significantly changed its
recycling policies and is no longer taking recycling from other countries. This has made a large
impact on the United States. This committee has also kept up to date with the Yarmouth Energy
Park Organic Diversion program. Actions are expected to include special education sessions
where we can explain the costs of recycling markets, seek allies in the RASWAC's work,
participate in the annual Yarmouth community cleanup, contribute to the Town’s website, and
expand RASWAC membership. One vacancy remains which we would like to see filled.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Ewing, Co-Chair
Jill Talladay, Co-Chair
Abbigail Santos
Charlie Spooner
Deb Stetson
Mary Vilbon
Roby Whitehouse, Waste Management Division Representative
Laura Hayden, RASWAC Recording Secretary
SCHOLARSHIP FUND COMMITTEE
This year the Scholarship Fund Committee had the pleasure of awarding 15 scholarships to
deserving Yarmouth residents, representing $18,000 from three funds that supply the
scholarships, to assist with their college education.
Scholarship awards are based on financial need, academic achievement, and school and
community involvement. We also consider the applicant’s personal statement as extremely
relevant. High School seniors, as well as those currently matriculating in an undergraduate
degree program may apply for a scholarship which can be found online at
http://www.yarmouth.ma.us
The Board of Selectmen is responsible for appointing the five-member committee, consisting of
the D-Y Superintendent of Schools, Carol Woodbury, and four Town citizens.
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It is especially gratifying when the young people themselves realize this and express their true
feelings about their Town. These comments certainly make us feel that what our Town and the
Scholarship Committee is doing is all worthwhile. Therefore, should anyone like to contribute to
our cause, please send your contribution to the Yarmouth Town Hall, 1146 Route 28, South
Yarmouth, MA 02664, with checks payable to the Yarmouth Scholarship Fund. Thank You.
VETERANS' SERVICES
The following report is of the activities of the Department of Veterans’ Services for the Town of
Yarmouth for Calendar Year 2018.
One of our two primary functions is to administer State low-income benefits under
Massachusetts General Law Chapter 115 for Veterans who are honorably discharged, who
establish need and worthiness, and are residents of the Town of Yarmouth. During the year, the
Town of Yarmouth, through our office, provided local aid to qualified veterans totaling more
than $110,950.00 for housing, food, heat, medical, and other related costs. The amount
expended was reimbursed to the Town by the Commonwealth at a rate of 75% of total
expenditures.
We also provide services to Veterans in obtaining the full range of federal government (Veterans
Administration), state government, and local government benefits. Over the past year this office
assisted Yarmouth Veterans and their widows and widowers in obtaining $6,444,411.00 in VA
cash benefits for service-connected injuries and VA non-service-connected pensions. These
federal funds greatly reduced the demand on our local aid fund.
We encourage any Veteran or dependent of a Veteran to contact us at 1-508-778-8740, Monday
through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. We can also schedule appointments in one of our
offices, at your home, or any location that is best for you.
We extend our thanks to the Board of Selectmen, the Town Administrator, and Town Finance
Director for their outstanding support throughout the year.
In Service to Veterans,
Gregory J. Quilty
Director/Veterans Agent
YARMOUTH SUBSTANCE AWARENESS COMMITTEE
The Yarmouth Substance Awareness Committee (YSAC) is a representative community
coalition that collaboratively addresses the impact of substance abuse issues in the community
across the continuum of prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery. Our motto is “No
alcohol until 21. No drugs ever.”
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YSAC serves as a forum on awareness, education, and programs addressing drug and alcohol use
and abuse by residents and visitors of all ages. We assess community needs; review evidenced
based/informed practices and programs; and seek funding for identified priorities. YSAC
partners with other Cape Cod town coalitions, the Barnstable County Department of Human
Services, and state and Federal programs. Committee members also serve on the Barnstable
County Regional Substance Abuse Council and their Prevention, Education, Treatment, and
Recovery subcommittees.
Members are appointed by the Board of Selectmen for a term of two years, working in
collaboration with the Yarmouth Health Department and in compliance with the rules and
regulations required of Town of Yarmouth Boards. Membership includes representatives from
the Yarmouth Health Department, Yarmouth Board of Health, Yarmouth Recreation
Commission, Yarmouth Senior Services, Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District, Yarmouth
Police Explorers, Yarmouth Police and Fire Departments, Barnstable County Department of
Human Services, Gosnold, and interested community residents.
YSAC general meetings are held bi-monthly and are always open to the general public, as well
as the membership. The meetings are usually held in the Training Room at Yarmouth Police
Headquarters and are posted according to the Open Meeting Laws.
Activities during the past year have included:
• A grant received from The United Way of Cape Cod awarded to YSAC and Gosnold
to fund consultation and support services to Yarmouth from Gosnold, including administration of
a survey and interpretation of findings on current high school student use and mis-use of
substances. The survey was administered to students attending both D-Y Regional High School
and Cape Cod Technical High School. Results from the surveys are being used by the schools
and our committee to better design outreach and prevention activities.
• The committee is working with the Yarmouth Police Department as they design an
education program on opioid and prescription drug abuse for middle-school aged students and
their parents in 2019.
• YSAC and Gosnold, with United Way support, held our annual Sticker Shock program
in November at all nine Yarmouth liquor stores. Students from the DYRHS, along with
interested adults, labeled over 7,000 bags to be used in the stores warning shoppers not to
provide alcohol to anyone under 21.
• Analysis of the monthly reports of overdose calls from both the Yarmouth Fire and
Police Departments is done at YSAC meetings to better understand patterns of substance
use/misuse in Yarmouth.
• Support of Learn to Cope, a weekly group that offers education and resources with
peer support and hope for parents and family members coping with a loved one addicted to
opioids and other drugs. The group welcomes new members at their weekly Tuesday meetings
at 7 PM at the Yarmouth Police Station.
• Support of the Recovery Support Navigator who provides assistance to residents
seeking substance use treatment and recovery services. This position is a partnership with the
Board of Health and the Duffy Health Center of Hyannis through funding from the Yarmouth
Board of Selectmen.
EDUCATION
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DENNIS-YARMOUTH REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Committee Members Term Expires
Jeni Landers, Chairperson 2019
Joseph Tierney, Vice Chairperson 2021
Andrea St. Germain, Secretary 2020
Brian Carey, Treasurer 2020
James Dykeman 2021
Brian Sullivan 2019
Phillip Morris 2020
Superintendent of Schools – Carol A. Woodbury
Kenneth Jenks, Assistant Superintendent, Finance & Operations
Kristine Breda, Teacher of Visually Impaired/Out of District Coordinator
Lisa Cordeiro, Human Resources Director
Carole Eichner, Director of Early Education
Suzanne Kenney, Adult Education Supervisor
Maria Lopes, Director of Pupil Services
Christopher Machado, Director of Technology
Leila Maxwell, Director of STEM Instruction
Rooney Powers, Food Services Director
Sherry Santini, Director of Arts & Humanities Instruction
Administrative Office Personnel
Sandra Clifford, Business Affairs Administrative Assistant
Joan Damore, Administrative Assistant to the Director of Finance & Operations
Tara Holt, Administrative Assistant to the Director of Pupil Services
Dianne Kelley, Data Specialist
Patricia Maloney, Benefits Management Administrative Assistant
Jan Murray-Daniels, Administrative Assistant to the Directors of Instruction
Susan Nelson, Assistant Treasurer/Accounts Receivable
Joyce Proudfoot, Bookkeeper
Dawn Selfe, Payroll Manager
Eileen Whalen, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent/Sec. to School
Committee
2017-2018 RETIREMENTS
Maria Arseneaux ESP 1/Special Ed. Assistant Ezra H. Baker
Jayne Boyle French Teacher D-Y High School
Kelly Brown Math Instructional Coach NH Wixon School
Maureen Burnham Administrative Assistant to the Supt. District
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Elizabeth Dean Secretary II/Guidance Secretary D-Y High School
Mary Jo Govoni Fifth Grade Teacher NH Wixon School
Nancy Haddad ESP I/Special Ed. Bus Assistant District
Suzanne Hamilton Secretary II/Principal Secretary Ezra H. Baker
Christopher Henshaw Bus Driver District
Lynn Krause Elementary School Teacher Station Ave. Elem.
Audrey Lee Secretary I/School Secretary M.E. Small Elem.
Joan Loncich Reading Specialist District
Suzanne Menard ESP I/Special Ed. Teacher Asst. D-Y High School
Patricia Mulhearn Nurse Ezra H. Baker
Michael Norton ESP I/Special Ed. Teacher Asst. Mattacheese Middle
Maureen O’Brien Duty Assistant Ezra H. Baker
Dianne O’Connell Reading Teacher Mattacheese Middle
Judith Olkkola Art Teacher M.E. Small Elem.
Tracey Salley Reading Teacher NH Wixon School
Francine Searles Nurse Ezra H. Baker
Maureen Sullivan ESP I/Special Ed. Teacher Asst. Mattacheese Middle
Carla Thibeault Special Education Assistant NH Wixon School
Kathryn Walker Fourth Grade Teacher NH Wixon School
DENNIS-YARMOUTH REGIONAL SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Jeni Landers, Chairperson
It is my pleasure to submit the annual report of the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School
Committee. 2018 was a year of continued success and innovation.
Students and staff at our three elementary schools, Ezra H. Baker Innovation School in
Dennis, and M. E. Small and Station Avenue Elementary schools in Yarmouth, are benefiting
from an infusion of materials into our K-3 Reading Curriculum and continued curriculum
improvements. All students at the Ezra H. Baker Innovation School are learning Spanish as
a second language. Increasing emphasis is placed on science, technology, and engineering
in addition to reading and math. M. E. Small has adopted a school-wide Title I intervention
model, providing more flexibility to respond to the needs of students in Literacy and Math
who are not performing at grade level with the goal of rapidly closing achievement gaps.
Station Avenue Elementary continues to use the Positive Behavioral Intervention and
Supports model (PBIS) and this year they are engaging students in writing about these
themes with their work being displayed in the main hallway.
The N. H. Wixon School, where our 4th and 5th graders are educated, started the 2018-2019
school year with a new Principal, Tim Blake, who is himself a D-Y graduate. There is
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renewed enthusiasm for learning and teamwork at Wixon where students receive the same
amount of academic time for Literacy, Math, and Science; and a change to the Related Arts
Schedule provides students with fewer transitions during the school week.
Our 6th and 7th graders are thriving at Mattacheese Middle School where students and staff
celebrate student successes with recognition ceremonies, related arts breakfasts, and sports
awards. The professional staff collectively uses the School Improvement Plan as a map for
student success and the schedule is designed to allow students to have access to high
standards and have specialized support.
At Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School students in grades 8-12 are exceeding
expectations in academics, music, sports, and community service. The D-Y Marching Band
and Color Guard had a successful regular season but unfortunately could not perform at the
New England Championships because it was canceled due to weather. Previous to this year
the program has earned 6 consecutive Massachusetts State Championships and 4 New
England Championships. The Girls Field Hockey Team won the State Championship! Our
students continue intergenerational team work with the Yarmouth Senior Center Model UN
and an intergenerational concert for Veterans Day. D-Y offers increased opportunities for
female students in STEM, and several newly established partnerships include students
working with The Friends of Bass River, the YMCA Young Achievers Program, and the
AVA Project.
On December 4, 2018 a District-wide vote was held and a new school building for grades 4-
7 was approved. This school will replace the Wixon and Mattacheese schools which are
both in need of costly repairs and upgrades. The new school will be located on Station
Avenue and will be a state of the art facility thanks to the hard work of the Building
Committee and District staff and supporters who have spent many years bringing the project
to this critical stage.
Thank you to the communities of Dennis and Yarmouth for their continued support of the
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District.
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
Carol A. Woodbury, Superintendent of Schools
It is my honor to provide you with my annual report on your Regional School District. As
you read the reports of our Assistant Superintendent, Directors, and Principals you will share
my pride as the leader of our amazing District. As you learn about all the extraordinary
programs I hope you will believe as President Lyndon B. Johnson once expressed, “We
believe, that is, you and I, that education is not an expense. We believe it is an investment.”
Each year our citizens invest significantly in the education of our young people. We take
the stewardship of your tax dollars and our students very seriously and believe the schools
are the pride of Dennis and Yarmouth.
In March 2016 the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) invited the District
into their eligibility period based on the District’s submitted Statement of Interest for
Mattacheese Middle School. The first part of this process is an in-depth review of enrollment
completed by MSBA. It was in that process that the MSBA expanded their grant offer to
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include the Wixon School, if the District would consider putting the two schools together.
The Building Committee has worked diligently since July of 2016. There have been several
submittals to, and votes from, MSBA along the way in the affirmative and each time moving
the District to the next phase. In June 2018 the District received approval for the preferred
schematic report which led to the MSBA vote in December 2018 of the schematic report and
budget. Meanwhile, locally we were working to secure local votes on the project. The voters
of Dennis and Yarmouth have, once again, supported their students with a local affirmative
vote for the project. We thank you on their behalf for your support.
We are pleased to report that the estimated reimbursement for the project is 57.68% or
approximately $45M. This is up from the feasibility study reimbursement of 44.25%. The
cost to our two towns for a brand new school facility for approximately 940 students will be
$71M. We are working closely with both towns to assist them with a decision about how
those costs will be shared.
This fall the Massachusetts Department of Education implemented a new accountability
system. It is a complex system that looks at school performance and student opportunity in
the areas of achievement, student progress and growth, high school completion, progress
toward English proficiency for English learners, chronic absenteeism, and advanced
coursework completion. Our overall District classification is “not requiring assistance or
intervention.” The reason for this classification is that the District is “partially meeting
targets” set for us by the state as are 75% of the Districts across the state. The District has
shown improvement since 2016-2017. We are meeting the requirements in serving our
special education population and many of our identified subgroups are making improvement.
All students in grades 3-7 used their iPads to take the test electronically. In the spring the
grade 8 and 10 students will move from paper and pencil testing to electronic testing, too.
Thus, we will meet the requirement of the Department of Education to test all students using
an electronic tool by 2019. We have had to invest a significant amount of funding in these
technology tools to ensure we would meet the requirement and that our students would be
prepared to test in an electronic environment. Beginning in 2019 our grade 10 students will
join their younger peers in taking the Next Generation MCAS. Our high school has
consistently performed well ensuring that our students receive a high school diploma. In
tracking student progress over the years we continue to see students who struggle when they
are younger make great progress in learning and ultimately do well in grade 10 on the state
testing when it becomes high stakes.
On October 1, 2018 there were 3026 students enrolled in the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional
School District. At the end of December 2018, 52%-80% of the students our schools were
serving were eligible for free or reduced priced lunches. We are proud of our diversity. We
serve the needs of all students who are members of our community and the growing numbers
of students who are choosing Dennis-Yarmouth from other communities. This includes
8.5% of our population who are English learners, 16.7% whose first language is not English,
and 19.5% that need special education services to access their education.
We continue to support the interests in needs of all students in a well-rounded experience
that educates the whole child. Our students are academics, musicians, artists, writers, sports
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enthusiasts, and much more. They contribute to the community by giving back through
many civic projects. We are so proud when they are involved in the community and citizens
without children in our schools see just how special they truly are. When they leave Dennis-
Yarmouth Regional School District they are college, career, and civic- ready. When we see
our graduates years later it is great to hear about their successes.
Thank you for investing in the future of our towns, our country, and our world through your
support for our children. What we do today will have a significant impact on a time we may
never see. It is our legacy. Your partnership cannot be underestimated. On behalf of those
you may never even know, I offer my sincere thanks.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol A. Woodbury
Superintendent of Schools
DENNIS-YARMOUTH REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
FINANCE & OPERATIONS
Kenneth T. Jenks, Assistant Superintendent
The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District continued our work to make academic gains
and programmatic improvements during 2018. We have closed out the FY 2018 budget year,
we are currently managing the FY 2019 budget, and we are in the midst of preparing the FY
2020 budget. Last year, the state certified the District’s Excess & Deficiency (E+D) fund
balance at $986,946, of which $234,000 was used to support the FY 2019 budget. We
completed FY 2018 with a net balance of $195,000 which we anticipate will be certified by
the state and added to our current E+D of $752,946. We value the support provided by our
communities during these challenging fiscal times.
State and federal revenues continue to fluctuate with resulting financial pressures on school
systems and towns as local leaders work to maintain high quality programs while effectively
implementing many new state requirements. The Regional Agreement Study Committee is
a direct result of these financial pressures and reflects the work of our local leaders to work
together and to study ways to make school funding more manageable for both towns. Thanks
to all of the school administrators, our faculty and staff, and the School Committee, as well
as our town officials for their diligent work to craft a viable new agreement during these
challenging economic times. And most of all, thanks to our communities for their continued
support of our schools.
Our District values and engages with a variety of community partners. Our students have
participated in numerous intergenerational activities, including a concert and multiple Model
UN simulations. Most recently, administrators met with Senior Center representatives from
Dennis to expand the intergenerational connections to cover both of our communities. The
schools also partner with outside agencies to raise funds or seek contributions to support our
students, whether it be through groups such as Create The Good, the Masonic Angels,
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Yarmouth Rotary, the Dennis-Harwich Rotary, the Lion’s Club, Teen Achievers, and the
many booster clubs supporting our sports and music programs, as well as local charitable
foundations. The annual Dolphin Dash continues to be a unique community fundraiser
organized by the high school athletic director and an active group of parents and community
leaders. The Dolphin Dash event has significantly reduced high school athletic user fees,
thereby making our programs more accessible for all students.
The District is continuing our work to address the long-term trend of declining enrollment
and as of December, 125 students from other school systems came to Dennis-Yarmouth
under the school choice program. The District continues to take active steps to implement
our school choice motto of “retain, recruit and return” and we anticipate increased numbers
of school choice students next year. We are also continuing our work to promote the D-Y
Advantage and decrease the outflow of students to charter schools.
We continue to work with the member towns to develop viable solutions to much-needed
capital improvements, as our buildings are showing their age. After over five years of
requests, the District was approved by the Massachusetts School Building Authority
(MSBA) to move forward with a building project for the new school to replace both the
Mattacheese Middle School and the Nathaniel H. Wixon School. The Building Committee,
composed of representatives from both towns and the school system, has worked for nearly
two years with our Project Manager PMA and architects Perkins Eastman to complete the
MSBA’s state required school building process. The result is a new combined school for
grades 4 - 7 on the Station Avenue site that will be built with a state reimbursement rate of
57.68% for eligible costs. This combined school will provide an educationally sound and
fiscally responsible approach to replacing outdated school buildings in our two communities.
The aging Marguerite E. Small School needs major work as well and the school system has
applied for MSBA consideration of the M. E. Small School as a future project.
Facilities Manager Sandra Cashen leads our small yet effective Facilities Department, which
depends on a group of skilled mechanics to maintain our buildings and handle small scale
repairs effectively and efficiently. Steve Faucher leads our grounds crew, which maintains
the best-kept playing fields on Cape Cod. Together, our grounds and maintenance teams
oversee nearly 700,000 square feet of building space and more than 260 acres of outdoor
areas.
Food Services Director Rooney Powers continues to implement all required federal nutrition
guidelines and our cafeteria staff regularly serve tasty school menus that provide nutritious
breakfasts and lunches for our students. It is impossible to overestimate the importance of
this strong program in ensuring that all of our students have access to quality meals every
day, particularly when we note that approximately 58% of Dennis-Yarmouth students
qualify for free or reduced meals due to income eligibility. No student goes hungry in our
schools! Thanks to a federal grant, and in partnership with both towns’ Recreation
Departments, the district served nearly 18,000 summer lunches to children in 6 different
locations in our two communities again this year.
In conclusion, I would like to thank everyone in our communities for the opportunity to serve
the students of the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District. I look forward to working
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with families, residents, faculty and staff members, and community officials again in the
upcoming year.
OFFICE OF INSTRUCTION
Leila Maxwell- Director of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
Sherry Santini - Director of Humanities and the Arts
The Office of Instruction is responsible for the planning and coordination of all aspects of
learning, mandates of federal and state accountability, and providing and supervising
professional development. To support and extend these key efforts, the Directors must also
be deeply involved in grant writing. These receipts provide a major funding stream for
professional development efforts, partial-to-full teacher salaries, and partial funding of
instructional coaches that strengthen the instructional expertise of all our professionals. As
we support the district strategic plan, develop improvement plans and organize professional
development, we continually focus on learning for all – students, teachers, administrators,
and support staff.
Research has shown that professional development is most effective when the content is
based in schools and embedded in the work of the participants. In Dennis-Yarmouth this is
accomplished in various ways. We have ten district instructional coaches, including K-8
literacy coaches, a Language Acquisition Coach for English as a Second Language (ESL),
math coaches for grades PreK-3 and 4-8, a STEM coach, and one Technology coach. These
content professionals specialize in providing effective support and guidance for teachers as
best practices are transferred from district initiatives to classroom instruction. They are an
invaluable resource for teachers and administrators as the District continues to provide all
students with a rigorous and well-rounded educational experience.
Dennis-Yarmouth schools work closely with higher education partners to enhance and
update all our programs. We continue our long-term partnership with Lesley University to
establish the Literacy Collaborative model, which supports literacy coaching in primary
grades. This project is in year six and includes extensive professional development for
grades kindergarten through five staff as well as on-site coaching support.
We are active participants in the Cape Cod Regional STEM network that “brings together
educators, school districts, businesses and industry partners, and community members who
share a commitment to inspiring and supporting young people’s interest and achievement in
STEM learning and careers.” An emphasis in the STEM curriculum at all levels of education
for our students is an important factor for their future success. Classroom instruction looks
different with the inclusion of iPads in our schools, grades 3-12. The effective use of iPads
helps improve achievement for all students by allowing the teachers to differentiate learning.
As the state testing moves to mandated computerized testing for all grades in 2019, the iPads
are utilized in the administration of these tests.
STEM education is important because it plays a role in every part of our children’s lives.
Our children are faced with a very information-based and technological society. The Dennis-
Yarmouth Regional School District includes the Arts with STEM, hence STEAM. Our
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award winning Arts and Music curricula contribute to the development in critical thinking,
problem-solving, creativity and innovation. These skills are essential for all students to reach
their full potential for their futures.
At the kindergarten level, we use the Tools of the Mind, a comprehensive, research-based
resource focused on cognitive and social-emotional development at the same time as
academic skills.
In addition, the district addresses the social-emotional needs of all students in a wide array
of research-based strategies. The Dolphin Way explicitly teaches and reinforces student
behavior that is respectful, responsible, and safe in all areas of the school and to their peers
and teachers. Mindfulness strategies are interwoven with elements from resources such as
Second Step and Strong Start in our kindergarten through grade seven classes to provide
students with the tools they need to self-regulate their behavior and successfully manage
emotions.
As outlined in the strategic plan, curriculum and assessment projects continue. With the
creation of the Curriculum Leadership Council, the district has the time and resources to
delve deeper into each core content area in order to better meet the goals set forth by the
District Strategic Plan regarding implementing a guaranteed and viable curriculum in a
timely fashion. Teachers in grades kindergarten through seven select to focus on English
Language Arts, Math, or Science to strengthen current units of study, develop standards-
based district benchmark assessments, and consolidate resources to support high quality
instruction.
The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District continues to educate all students who will
become productive members of our global society. In partnership with our families and
communities, we look to fulfill our mission, Empowering Each Student to Achieve
Excellence with Integrity in a Changing World.
PUPIL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Maria Lopes, Director
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District’s Pupil Services provides special education
services including related services to students with disabilities from age three to twenty-two
years old. The October 2018 Student Information Management System report indicates that
638 students were receiving special education services.
Integrated preschool programs are located at the Marguerite E. Small Elementary School,
West Yarmouth and Ezra H. Baker Innovation School in West Dennis. The Director of Early
Learning oversees these programs. Inclusive classrooms bring typically developing
preschool age children into the program to serve as role models and give these students
learning opportunities in a high quality early education experience.
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The District continues to work to increase the capacity of meeting the diverse needs of the
students that it serves. In 2013, the District created a partner classroom with the New
England Center for Children (NECC), which is currently housed at Mattacheese Middle
School. The students with a diagnosis of autism who participate in the program are
continuing to make remarkable strides. Additionally, the curriculum, Autism Curriculum
Encyclopedia (ACE), portion of the program was implemented into the SPEEK and STAR
programs 3 years ago and continues, due to its success. These programs are all supported
with a BCBA who provides support to improve behavioral outcomes.
In 2018 at the high school, Teens Insight to Discovering Emotional Stability (TIDES), was
created to address the needs of struggling students both academically and behaviorally. The
program provides students with a certified special educator, access to a school adjustment
counselor, and content teachers who work on organizational skills, social and academic
prompts, and regular communication with families. The District will continue to refine the
current programming to assist with the changing needs of the population and support student
needs.
We have a Behavior Support Teacher for the elementary grades focusing on social-emotional
learning in order to create positive behavior plans to increase time on learning for students
who experience difficulty with self-regulation and meeting the high demands of the general
education classroom. The goal has been to create behavior plans and support teachers in
order to include students in their general education classrooms to the maximum extent
possible. Additionally, at Wixon Innovation School, the two self-contained programs that
service and support students with autism and intellectual disabilities were created to provide
consistent programming for these students as they move up from elementary school. As a
District, we believe that students should be included with their same aged non-disabled peers,
when appropriate, to the maximum extent possible.
DENNIS-YARMOUTH EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Carole A. Eichner, Director of Early Learning
It is an honor to submit this annual town report on behalf of the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional
School District, Early Education Program. The D-Y Early Ed program offers Integrated
Preschool experiences for children who reside in the Towns of Dennis and Yarmouth. D-Y
Early Ed program enrolls children with and without disabilities ages 3 – 5 years. Our
classrooms are located in the Ezra H. Baker Innovation School in Dennis and Marguerite E.
Small Elementary School in West Yarmouth.
Enrollment is rolling and children enter our program throughout the year. However, children
must be three on or before their first day of school. Children are not accepted prior to their
third birthday. According to the October 2018 enrollment report, 60 students attend in
Yarmouth and 21 students attend in Dennis. 39 of the children are three-years old, 37 are
four-years old, and 5 are five-years old. The children who are five-years old, and many of
the four-year old children, will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2019. 20 of the
children in our classes are dual language learners. We engage in ongoing Child Find efforts
– screening children throughout the year who may be eligible for special education.
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The D-Y Preschool offers several classroom options for children and families. Each of our
classes is led by a Special Education/Early Education Teacher and is supported by Highly
Qualified Special Education assistants. Our preschool curriculum follows the MA Early
Childhood Program Standards and Guidelines for Preschool Learning Experiences. D-Y
provides developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that promote language, social,
emotional, cognitive, and motor development through experiences rich in literacy, math, and
science. Individualized special education services for our young learners are provided by
Special Education Teachers, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and a
Physical Therapist. All have expertise in the developmental milestones of young children.
Community and family partnerships are vital in the education of young children. We are
active members of the Cape Regional Ten Town (CRTT) Coordinated Family and
Community Engagement (CFCE) Council and offer parent groups and playgroups
throughout the year. We collaborate with local preschools to plan transition-to-Kindergarten
activities, as well.
There are a variety of ways that students can enroll in our outstanding D-Y Early Ed
programs. Families should call Jody Almonte at 508-778-7989 to see if their child is
eligible. In the event that the child is not eligible to attend, or if our program does not suit
the child's needs, we can direct families to other local resources.
Visit our web page to learn more about our great Early Education program and stay up to
date with events and activities.
http://www.dy-regional.k12.ma.us/district/early-education
DENNIS-YARMOUTH REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
G. Anthony Morrison, Principal
I would like to begin this report by saying that I remain humbled and honored to be serving
as the Principal of Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School. As I enter into my second
season, I shall begin this annual school report by respectfully thanking the citizens of Dennis
and Yarmouth for their continued support of our students and our school. With the
unwavering support and dedication of our two communities, D-YRHS continues to
consistently provide all of our students with a plethora of opportunities to achieve a quality
education. The high school’s October 2018 assessment enrollment was 1011 students. The
graduating class of 2018 illustrates the strength of the high school program: 83 percent of
the class of 2018 planned to attend college; 63 percent planned to attend a four year college
or university; and 20 percent planned to attend a two year college. Many of our students in
the class of 2018 pursued other opportunities: 11 percent planned to enter the workforce; 3
percent planned to join the armed forces; 2 percent chose to attend technical education; and
the remainder were undecided about their future plans.
The students in the class of 2018 collectively received close to $290,000.00 in scholarships
and awards at the annual June Academic Awards Night with a significant amount of this
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support coming from local sources. On behalf of our students, families, faculty and staff, I
would like to thank the many generous individuals, organizations, and businesses that
provided this vital financial support for our students.
Our D-Y mission is clearly stated: The mission of D-YRHS is to prepare our students
intellectually, physically, and socially for their roles as educated and responsible citizens.
As educators we remain committed to our motto of “Pursuing Excellence, Demonstrating
Character.” The high school continues to implement a core program of English, foreign
language, math, science, and social studies. D-Y offers an extensive range of courses and
programs that are designed to prepare our students for the increasingly competitive world of
the 21st century. Our 8th grade program, with its emphasis on science, technology,
engineering, math and the arts, continues to enjoy great success. D-Y also provides a wide
range of college level Advanced Placement and honors level courses for students who want
to pursue the most rigorous and challenging of academic options.
Our school values a well-rounded experience for all of our students, and as a result, our
graduation requirements call for students to complete course work in elective areas including
art, music, technology, health and physical education. We support career-oriented options
including work-based learning. Throughout the course of the 2018-2019 school year, over
105 of our students will participate in internships with local businesses and organizations.
We continue to maintain a strong working relationship with Cape Cod Community College
and many of our students take classes at the community college level. Many D-Y students
also supplement their schedules with online coursework through the Virtual High School
program and other online credit options. D-Y students can also pursue alternative paths to
graduation through participation in our very successful day and afternoon alternative
learning programs.
In April of 2013, Dennis-Yarmouth was recognized as one of “America’s Best High
Schools” with a silver rating, by US News and World Report. Dennis-Yarmouth was again
recognized as one of “America’s Best High Schools” with a silver rating in 2015. D-Y
earned these recognitions, in large part, because of our district’s commitment to successfully
engaging and educating all of our students in a rigorous academic program. D-Y student
performance on the 2018 Spring MCAS tests indicated that 94 percent of our 10th graders
scored advanced/proficient in English; 81 percent in math; and 79 percent in science also
scored advanced/proficient. Our educators continue to address our overall scores as we
consistently remain within or above the range of the state average in the advanced/proficient
category.
Dennis-Yarmouth continues to offer many unique opportunities for our students. For
example, this fall D-Y students have worked with presenters from the UMass
Extension/Nutrition Education Program to study and engage in all facets of healthy living.
This past spring, students swept the entry field with winning essays at Barnstable County
Law Day. Our students will once again participate in the Student Government day at the
Massachusetts State House and attend the 9-11 state-wide Girls STEM Summit. D-Y
students continue to collaborate with the Yarmouth Senior Citizens Group and the
Massachusetts Council on Aging to conduct Model UN events on the intergenerational
global concerns of the lack of useable fresh water, women’s rights and aging. Our students
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have most recently presented at these events at the Massachusetts State House and the
Massachusetts Council on Aging Conference held this year here on Cape Cod
We continue our partnership with the Cape Cod Astronomical Foundation whose dedicated
volunteers provide training in the use of the observatory as well as mentoring to our students.
D-Y continues to maintain our long standing partnership with the Global STEM Education
Center, and we continue our links with classes in England, France, Mexico and Russia. D-
Y students continue to “Skype” with students in other countries and compare the results of
their science experiments and research. Newly established partnerships this year include
students working with The Friends of Bass River (a joint project to complete water quality
samplings of the river), YMCA Young Achievers Program (a national program to assist
youth/students in need to attend and achieve higher education opportunities), and The AVA
Project (a proposed archeological dig along the Bass River area).
In other realms, D-Y art students continue to be recognized for their work. Many D-Y
students earned gold and silver medals and honorable mentions as part of the annual
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards competition. Art students recently completed a
collaborative project with the Yarmouth Senior Citizens Center officials to build and
decorate a Yarmouth “Time Capsule” which will be placed away and is to be re-opened in
40 years. Our award winning music program continues to enjoy another successful season
as the 2018-2019 marching band will present a variety of musical endeavors. The band most
recently joined with the New Horizon Band (a band comprised of local senior citizens) to
present a heartwarming Veterans Day concert for the public.
This fall season was a remarkable one for our athletes! We continue to be very competitive
and many of our teams enjoyed winning seasons and earned league championships. Our D-
Y Field Hockey team earned an Atlantic Coast league title, the MIAA Division 2 South
Championship and the MIAA Division 2 State Championship. This past winter season, the
2017-2018 Girls Ice Hockey Team earned an Atlantic Coast League Championship, the D-
Y Baseball and D-Y Softball teams both earned playoff spots in the spring season and the
D-Y Girls Cross country team was once again awarded the MIAA Ted Dutkiewicz Team
Sportsmanship Award.
The Student Council, as well as other service groups, including Interact, Key Club, Leo Club,
German, Science, Art and the National Honor Society continue their strong commitment to
community service and consistently donate to charities and to our communities. D-Y
students actively participate in the annual Martin Luther King Day of Service project on the
Cape. D-Y students will once again pair up with senior citizens during unique Model United
Nations events to be scheduled during the month of March 2019.
We are grateful to report that our high school has enjoyed another very successful school
year and we look forward to continued growth and improvement in the future. Our entire
school community truly appreciates the continuing strong support from parents, citizens, and
the leaders of our two communities.
Go Dolphins!!
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CAPE COD REGIONAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Cape Cod Regional Technical High School (CCRTHS) was established in 1973 as a public
technical high school. CCRTHS students meet the same academic standards required by the
state as our sending schools. District Towns include: Barnstable, Brewster, Chatham,
Dennis, Eastham, Harwich, Mashpee, Orleans, Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, and
Yarmouth.
Mission Statement: Cape Cod Regional Technical High School provides an opportunity to
acquire high quality technical, academic, and social skills preparing our students for success
in our changing world. Our strategic objectives are: engage and retain students; empower,
develop and retain staff; strengthen our identity as a premier Technical High School; increase
students 21st century skill sets to succeed in a changing technological environment and global
community; and enhance the CCRTHS image to attract students and improve community
presence.
For school year 2017-2018, on October 1, 2018 we had 591 students enrolled in 17 different
technical programs. Our operating budget for school year 2017-18 (FY18) was a total
operating and capital budget of $14,732,000. Formulation of the annual budget and town
assessments are based on the previous school year’s October 1 enrollment. The town of
Yarmouth had 137 students enrolled at CCRTHS as of October 1, 2017. The assessment for
Yarmouth in FY18 was $2,645,675 based on the previous year’s enrollment.
News on the New School Building Project: Once again CCRTHS wishes to thank all
twelve towns for approving our building project. We will soon be starting construction in
January 2019. For more information go to: http://www.capetech.us/domain/50.
Highlights from Cape Cod Tech 2017-18 School Year
• Graduated 137 seniors in June 2018; 31 from Yarmouth.
• CCRTHS technical shops provides services to the public, allowing communities to realize
significant savings of more than $411,299 in total labor charges across 17 shops.
• Accolades go to the school newspaper Tech Talk for winning numerous prestigious awards
this year, including: the American Scholastic Press, Colombia Scholastics, Youth
Journalism International, New England Scholastic Press Association and the Massachusetts
Press Association. The journalist students and instructor Scott Dalton deserve high praise.
• Through the generosity of Cape Cod community organizations, charities and family
memorials, CCRTS presented 66 toolships and 79 scholarships to the graduating class of
2018 for a total of $220,675.
• 38 students received John and Abigail Adams Scholarships; five from Yarmouth.
• The National Technical Honor Society honored 57 students; 8 from Yarmouth.
• At the SkillsUSA District level competition, 91 students attended of which 18 students
medaled; 6 from Yarmouth. Medals won: 4 “Perfect Gold”, 4 Gold, 5 Silver and 5 Bronze.
• At the SkillsUSA State level competition, 65 students attended of which 16 students won
medals; 3 from Yarmouth. Medals won: 2 Gold, 4 Silver and 2 delegate seats. Three
students qualified to go on to the National Competition.
• At the 2018 Future Farmers of America (FFA) Massachusetts State Convention, 8 Team
Awards were received by 15 students, including 4 students from Yarmouth. Awards
included: 1st Place - Reporters Scrapbook and Turf Management; 2nd Place Agri-Science in
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Nursery Landscape; 3rd Place - 11th Grade Skills Demonstration, Quiz Bowl Team,
Floriculture and also received the 100% Chapter Award.
• In Auto Collision, 150 jobs were performed for the public; community outreach projects
were completed for Cape Cod Cares for the Troops, U.S. Park Service, Town of Chatham
and Girls Scouts. All juniors were successfully certified in OSHA and all seniors achieved
Chapter 74 Auto Collision certification.
• The Auto Technology program is involved with national training programs that help students
achieve certifications. Students competed in MA Auto Dealers Competition and SkillsUSA.
Local car clubs presented demonstrations and many industry-related field trips were taken.
• The Carpentry Department follows the curriculum of the National Center for Construction
Education & Research, and participates in school-wide reading and writing initiatives. This
year the shop had seven females enrolled and eight students on Co-Operative placements.
All juniors and seniors completed OSHA certification.
• The Cosmetology program graduated all seniors, and each passed the Cosmetology State
Board Exam. Junior class students passed the Nail Technician State Board exam and OSHA
certification. The program has integrated Chromebook, digital text books and appointment
scheduling software into their curriculum. Community service included The Wig Bank and
Mannies for Nannies.
• Culinary Arts trained and certified 10 students in ServSafe sanitation. Students learned Point
of Sale software in The Cove Restaurant, created a Grab & Go menu, added themes to the
buffet specials and were engaged in community events and food preparation for school
district events.
• The Dental Assisting program is currently a two-year program for 11th and 12th grades. Five
seniors graduated, all participated in 4-week internships in local dental offices and achieved
their MA Certification in Radiology. The program is well-respected in the dental
community.
• Design & Visual Communications is a new name for the Graphic Arts program, having
earned a new Chapter 74 certification with DESE. This involved more challenging
curriculum by adding more web design and motion graphics to increase higher caliber course
work.
• Early Childhood Education relied on their multiple training certifications to prepare their
students. They attended numerous workshops and field trips related to working with
children. This is the final year for this shop.
• The Electrical Department boasts a 96% attendance rate, a 50% increase in student
participation in SkillsUSA competitions, and had 11 juniors and seniors on Co-Operative
Education placements in the local work force. The senior class salutatorian was a student of
the Electrical Shop.
• The Engineering Technology Shop has phased in Algebra 2 and Calculus to their curriculum.
Students were assigned to new equipment, received through a grant, to investigate and
prepare user manuals and then present their work to their class.
• Health Technologies students had the highest grade point average of all shops. All juniors
successfully passed their CNA. Seven students were placed in internships, three at Cape Cod
Hospital, and two in pharmacy training with CVS evolving into gainful employment.
• The Horticulture program increased student participation in job shadowing, internships and
Co-Operative Education placements. The program took advantage of the training
opportunities of tree removal and replanting for the new building project as well as multiple
community projects at Pleasant Bay Boating, Eddy Elementary School, Harwich Little
League, Habitat for Humanity, and The Wellfleet Audubon Society.
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• The HVAC program completed its implementation of a new online text and workbook and
consistently used Google classroom for teaching. For the second year in a row HVAC was
the first choice placement by 9th graders after exploring all shops.
• Marine Services integrated ABYC standards into their curriculum in order to provide their
students with industry recognized certificates. All freshman successfully completed
certification in Boating Safety.
• The Information Technology shop introduced their students to a new online Robotics coding
course and several educational gaming products. The curriculum for seniors was rigorous
with ten seniors earning a total of 26 certificates.
• The Plumbing Department had two new teachers this year and added members to their
advisory board. Thirteen students participated in Cooperative Education placements in local
businesses; ten seniors achieved Massachusetts Plumbing Board Tier 2 certification; and one
senior was selected as the school’s Vocational Student of the Year.
• The Welding Shop completed all work assignments during the year in a digit form using G-
Suite. Efforts to improve attendance were very successful, as was retaining students. There
was a positive shop environment during this final year of the welding program.
• The Cooperative Education program placed a total of 88 junior and senior students with local
businesses, enhancing their skills through Co-op placements, internships or practicums. The
program also sponsored a Fifth Annual Student Job Fair with the entire student body
participating and 51 employers seeking to hire skilled employees.
• The Business Education/21st Century Learning Department enhanced their skill-building
curriculum with customer service and active listening skills, ethical business practices, and
a framework to rate the academic portions of the students’ technical training. This
department also hosted the Sixth Annual Credit for Life event sponsored by Cape Cod 5
Bank.
• The English Department’s Journalism class delivered an award-winning year for the student
newspaper, Tech Talk, including 1st Place American Scholastic Press Association, Silver
Medal Columbia Scholastic Press and numerous other prestigious awards. Advanced
Placement (AP) courses continued in high demand and all students passed MCAS ELA.
• The Math Department successfully implemented an online Pre-Calculus course and an after
school Math Lab during the year. Department members worked individually and collectively
on the ability to teach problem solving skills within their lesson plans.
• The Athletic Department offered a “no-cut, no-fee” program in which all students can
participate without fees. The following sports are offered: baseball, basketball,
cheerleading, cross-country, football, golf, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis, and
volleyball.
• The Science Department increased the use of electronic formats, such as having students use
Google sheets to record and analyze data. Teachers used Google classroom to post and
accept assignments/assessments, communicate with students, and prepared test strategies for
the MCAS Technology and Engineering, which 9th graders completed in June.
• The Social Studies Department completed its first year of an Advanced Placement (AP)
Government course. Both this course and AP History have larger classes pre-registered for
next year. Also the curriculum for Contemporary World Cultures was expanded to meet the
challenges of the 2018 world. The Criminal Justice course offered mock trials and the
department continued to focus on special activities to honor U.S. Veterans.
• The Spanish Department hosted a highly successful multicultural festival this year, which is
anticipated to be an annual event.
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• The Special Education Department continued progress with using data collection to improve
student academic achievement. The department also worked collaboratively to expand social
emotional learning curriculum and strategies for all students, not just special education.
Please visit our website: www.capetech.us for more information.
Respectfully submitted,
Christine K. Greeley
Dr. Norman Michaud
Yarmouth Representatives to CCRTHS School Committee
MATTACHEESE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Ann P. Knell, Principal
Mattacheese Middle School opened its doors in 1969 and is presently a grade 6 and 7 school
that regularly houses approximately 460 students. We are continuing our work with the
Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) and our local Building Committee to
build a state of the art building for our middle school students. On December 4th, there was
a town vote in both Yarmouth and Dennis that approved the new grade 4-7 building.
Information on the project can be found on the District Website: https://www.dy-
regional.k12.ma.us/mattacheese-middle-school
Mattacheese Middle School continues to make a strong commitment to communicate with
our students, families, and community. Periodically, our student-run MMS Newscast is
created and shared on our website. Our families can access information about MMS by
following the Principal’s Blog, MMS Facebook page, as well as our website. In addition,
we use Connect Calls for important school-wide events. Information regarding individual
student progress can be accessed via the Parent Portal. The portal provides immediate
updates to grades and missing assignments. Students, as well as families, find that regularly
accessing the portal improves achievement. Our teachers also use technology tools, such as
Google Classroom and Remind, to keep students and families informed of classroom
assignments. Our school counselors can help families navigate these apps and websites so
that they can be kept up to date on all that happens at MMS.
We celebrate our student successes each trimester with recognition ceremonies, Related Arts
breakfasts, and sports awards. We always welcome families to join us. We recognize daily
student successes by announcing “shout outs” each morning. We also invite families to
attend our speaker series assemblies, as well as concerts and plays. We thank those parents
who are active participants within our Mattacheese community and invite all others to join
us as we continue to strengthen our relationships.
Our teachers exemplify their dedication by repeatedly going the extra mile for their students.
This year many of our staff members have been successful in acquiring funding through
grants. MMS received a $1,000 grant to help improve our news broadcast; $15,000 was
awarded to the DYRSD librarians to be used to support our DY Literacy night that is focused
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on finding ways to connect with our communities through literature. For the past couple of
years, our 6th grade Science team has been able to secure $16,500 annually to send our 6th
grade students on an overnight trip to the Museum of Science in Boston. Over 20 staff
members help organize and chaperone this once in a lifetime experience for our students.
Each year our Music Department puts on a spectacular theater production; this year’s
performance will be “The Little Mermaid” which will include a cast and crew of 65 students.
Mattacheese Science teacher Nancy Dunn is one of three teachers in the state to have been
selected to travel to Beijing, China to teach a 10-day Professional Development program
designed to share inquiry-based methods of teaching Science. Lastly, with the help of the
Art Department, two of our 7th grade students were awarded 2nd and 3rd place in the Lions’
Peace Poster contest.
Here at Mattacheese we offer leadership opportunities to many of our students throughout
the year. Seventh grade students are invited to apply to become a member of the Student
Executive Board. Both sixth and seventh grade students are eligible to apply to be an
Ambassador. In addition, we have student “Add-On” Ambassadors who join an Ambassador
pair in order to translate for non-English speaking students. We put great emphasis on
welcoming and supporting our new students. Throughout the year there are also other
leadership opportunities that students are typically selected for and invited to attend.
There is something for everyone at Mattacheese. Our professional staff collectively uses the
School Improvement Plan as a map for student success. The schedule is designed to allow
all students to have access to a variety of course offerings designed to meet their specific
learning goals. Our mission is to meet the educational needs of all our students. We
encourage a culture of cross-collaboration among schools as well. M. E. Small Elementary
School presented their first K-3 school concert to a full house in the Mattacheese
auditorium. The D-Y Jazz Band visited MMS to perform for our student body. These
opportunities allow the students at MMS to be both role models for their younger
counterparts and catch a glimpse of coming attractions at the next destination of their DY
educational experience.
Mattacheese is an AAA school focusing on Academics, Athletics, and the Arts. Beyond the
classroom, we provide 20 - 25 free after school activities each semester: music and theater
presentations; color guard; beekeeping; EarlyAct Club; dances; student newscasts; advisory
groups; Career Day; Poetry Out Loud; and Model U.N, as well as a full complement of
interscholastic athletics. MMS is committed to educating the whole child.
NATHANIAL H. WIXON SCHOOL
Timothy Blake, Principal
I am pleased to report on the progress of the Wixon School. We continue to work with over
500 fourth and fifth grade students from both Dennis and Yarmouth. We are pleased to greet
students from Dennis and Yarmouth and have these students form stronger relationships
inside and outside of the classroom.
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Before we touch base on our progress, we would like to thank those staff members who have
dedicated their careers to Wixon and the Dennis-Yarmouth School District. Two of our
fourth grade teachers are entering retirement. Ms. Wendy Walker and Ms. Kathryn Walker
dedicated their lives to students for at least a generation. Ms. Marcia Tierney is also about
to enter retirement in January 2019. Between these three teachers, we will lose nearly a
century of educational experience. We wish all of these educators well as they enter a well-
deserved retirement.
At Wixon we have kept many of our best practices and also worked together to provide
students with a unified academic experience in both grades four and five. Changes to the
school schedule include providing all students with the same amount of academic time for
Literacy, Math, and Science. Our Related Arts schedule changed to provide students with
less transitions during the school week and to give the Related Arts teachers the opportunity
to get to know their students more quickly. Time was also increased for student lunch and
recess. Students now have thirty minutes for lunch and thirty minutes for recess. Overall,
six classrooms at a time spend over two hours a week outdoors on our playground and
athletic fields. While the “enrichment” block is no longer part of the school schedule, we
have created a block at the end of each day titled Response to Intervention (RTI). RTI is the
scheduled time where students can receive academic support or enrichment. Enrichment
classes include both literacy and math-based classes, plus opportunities with the Arts and
Physical Education. Finally, we offer a robust Band, Chorus, and Orchestra program at the
end of the day. Both our Orchestra and Band programs are supplemented by small group
lessons throughout the day which take place during Related Arts classes.
We have revived popular traditions and continued successful events at Wixon. We
reestablished a Veteran’s Day assembly at Wixon. Students had the opportunity to listen to
our band perform and listen to Mr. Keith Delcourt, a fifth grade teacher and Marine, speak
to the students. At Thanksgiving we continue to have a Turkey Trot and have Mr. Wayne
Bergeron speak to our students on the topic of homelessness. Students are encouraged to
write an essay on what homelessness means to them. This winter we brought back our
Wixon Wonderland tradition. Students participated in arts and crafts, games, and a sing-a-
long. Many parents volunteered at different stations and even read to classrooms.
We would also like to thank our Wixon parents for being such a support during the school
year. PTO membership has significantly increased. With increased membership comes
increased involvement. The PTO boosted our school pride with a “teachers’ room
makeover.” Old furniture has been replaced and now the room is a central meeting place for
staff. As we begin 2019, we thank everyone who has helped and supported the Wixon
School!
EZRA H. BAKER INNOVATION SCHOOL
Kevin Depin, Principal
I am pleased to report the progress of the Ezra H. Baker Innovation School. When our school
year began, we greeted 325 Pre-Kindergarten through Third grade students.
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Several long term staff members ended their careers in D-Y in 2018! Mrs. Kathy Geremia
worked at the Ezra H. Baker Innovation School for the past several years as a reading and
math teacher. Her good humor and gentle manner with students helped them overcome
difficulties and soar academically. Mrs. Maria Arseneaux worked at Baker for many years
as a special education assistant. For more than two decades, Maria supported students with
significant challenges and helped them thrive and succeed at school. Ms. Maureen O’Brien
served our students as a recess, lunch, and daycare assistant for a combined 25 years. Her
dedication to her job was only outmatched by her care and concern for our students. Mrs.
Pat Mulhearn began at EHBi in the role of the nurse in the medically fragile program. Pat
was instrumental in creating a program that allowed very ill children to attend and thrive in
school. The SEALS program is well regarded throughout Cape Cod due largely to the talents
and heart of Mrs. Mulhearn! Mrs. Francine Searles, our beloved school nurse, exemplified
the heart of our school. Her blend of kindness and medical skill kept both the students, and
often the staff, of our school healthy and happy. We wish all four women healthy and happy
retirements.
As a Commonwealth Innovation School, our Innovation Plan centered on two major tenets
~ increasing both academic opportunity and wellness for our students. Students in
kindergarten through third grade spend the majority of their day involved with both reading
and math. All students are learning a second language, Spanish, and increasing emphasis is
placed on science, technology and engineering. For example, first graders design coaches
for Cinderella using straws, bottle caps, and small pumpkins in a unit that blends literature
and engineering. Third graders research weather patterns and create “weather reports” using
green screen technology. We know that healthy students are happier and achieve more. Our
salad bar as a lunch option continues to grow in popularity. We continue to fill a community
fruit-bowl so that students always have access to a healthy snack throughout the day. Our
kindergarten and first grade students have two recesses daily. Our second and third graders
have the opportunity to join our track team each fall. This year, our Parents Group organized
a “Fun Run” in the spring which got our whole school hitting the trails! Since this event was
so successful, it was repeated in the fall as a “Turkey Trot.” These fundraisers were
extremely successful and, combined, raised over $20,000 to refurbish our playground and
support our field trip program!
Community Service continues to be an important part of our students’ experience. Last year,
students and their families contributed food to the Family Pantry of Cape Cod. They wrote
over 1000 letters of support and encouragement to local police officers, fire fighters, and
first responders last winter. They continued with the annual Penny Harvest, a student led
philanthropy project. Since 2010, the combined Penny Harvest philanthropic contributions
by the students at the Ezra H. Baker Innovation School topped $12,000.00 in charitable
giving!
Our students have the great fortune of attending school in a town that supports and enhances
their learning. Our school partnerships with the Dennis Libraries, Police, Fire, Recreation
Departments, and local businesses result in countless opportunities for our students. As we
begin 2019, we look forward to another great year filled with excitement, challenge,
wellness, and, of course, innovation.
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MARGUERITE E. SMALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Patrick M. Riley, Principal
I am pleased to submit this annual town report for Marguerite E. Small Elementary School
(M. E. Small). M. E. Small is one of six outstanding schools in the D-Y Regional School
District. Our school is now in its 55th year of serving students from the communities of
Dennis and Yarmouth. We provide a safe, enriching environment for every child.
The enrollment at M. E. Small has increased by 14% this year, with a total of 310 preK-3
students and 67 staff members. The average class size is 20 students. 21% of our students
are English Language Learners, 15% are special education students, and over 70% of our
students qualify for free and reduced lunch. Our school is wonderfully diverse and our
educators are skilled at matching their instruction to the unique needs of the learners in their
classroom.
M. E. Small met 93% of State Accountability Targets for the 2017-18 School Year. The
percentages of grade 3 students scoring at or above the state average on Math and ELA
MCAS doubled from the previous school year, and our school exceeded accountability
targets for all subgroups of English Language Learners, Special Education Students, and
Economically Disadvantaged Students.
We are members of the Literacy Collaborative in partnership with Lesley University and
offer Reading Recovery/Leveled Literacy reading interventions. We continue to provide
access to 21st Century technology and STEM experiences to our grade three students with
1:1 iPads, Makerspace projects and materials, and weekly computer lab time to enhance
student learning.
M. E. Small has adopted a school-wide Title I intervention model, giving us more flexibility
to respond to the needs of students in Literacy and Math who are not performing at grade
level, with the goal of rapidly closing achievement gaps. Our Intervention/Enrichment Block
provides an opportunity for flexible grouping at each grade level, with targeted interventions
and enrichment opportunities for students below, at, or above grade level.
M. E. Small has an active and supportive Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) that funds
many field trips, learning activities, guest speakers, and other enhancements to our
curriculum. Our School Council also meets monthly and develops school improvement
goals, oversees the school budget, and makes recommendations to improve our school for
all children. Yarmouth residents interested in serving on this committee are encouraged to
contact our school at 508-778-7975 for more details. Special thanks go to the cadre of
talented and dedicated community volunteers who regularly support our important work.
We sincerely appreciate the support of the towns of Dennis and Yarmouth, and look forward
to serving our communities for many years to come. Please visit our website to stay informed
of our school news and events.
www.dy-regional.k12.ma.us/marguerite-e-small-elementary-school
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STATION AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Peter J. Crowell, Principal
As Principal of the Station Avenue Elementary School (SAE), it is my pleasure to submit
this Annual Report. SAE is now in its 24th year of operation. This year we welcomed 440
students in 21 classrooms at grade level Kindergarten through Grade three which is an
increase over last year. Our incoming Kindergarten had a very high enrollment. With this
number of classrooms, we continue to make use of all space in our beautiful facility. This
past spring we were fortunate to obtain a giant Lego Train model that was no longer needed
by a museum. It is a perfect addition to our lobby and ties in with our SAE train theme
bringing wonder to children’s faces each time they pass by it.
Students at SAE are provided with a full range of academic and social curriculum
opportunities which help them to grow as students and future citizens of our community.
Our professional staff engages in weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings
with common team goals. These goals are centered on assessment and focus for instruction
in the classroom based on the Common Core Standards in Literacy and Math. This year we
have three Literacy Collaborative training cohorts engaging in graduate level professional
development and consultation in the practices for reading and writing classroom instruction.
Our support staff is engaged in an instructional model where services are provided within
classrooms which increase time with students and consultation with classroom teachers. We
are now in our fourth year of using iPads with our grade 3 students and our technology
teacher. Classroom teachers are expanding their iPad use as a teaching and learning tool.
Our students will be using these to complete our statewide testing (MCAS). Both our
Literacy and Math coaches provide support to classroom teachers during instruction and in
coaching sessions.
We continue to use the Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports model (PBIS) with
our school motto being At Station Avenue we care about being: SAFE, RESPECTFUL,
RESPONSIBLE and CARING. This year we are engaging students in writing about these
themes and display their work monthly in our main hallway. As role models, our D-Y High
School neighbors are frequent visitors through volunteering, work-based learning, Physical
Education Pals and the annual Pep Rally.
Our PTO continues to provide family events such as the Scholastic Book Fair, Holiday Fair,
Spaghetti Supper, Ice Cream Social, and Fun Run. Their generous support of programs and
field trips at SAE is greatly appreciated. In the larger community, we are pleased to welcome
many volunteers to our school including high school students, parents, grandparents, Rotary
Club, and Elder Services. This year we are very grateful once again for the generous support
and donation of school supplies and coats for our students in need by the Masonic Angel
Fund of Yarmouth. SAE also received a continued yearly donation of dictionaries for our
grade 3 students from the Elks Lodge #1549 of Hyannis. Likewise, in our school’s spirit of
giving back to the community, we are proud to support Jump Rope for Heart, Dream Day on
Cape Cod, Yarmouth Food Pantry, Animal Rescue League, and the Leukemia and
Lymphoma Society. Finally, our partnership with the Yarmouth Police and Fire
Departments in support of school safety drills and staff training is greatly appreciated.
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On behalf of the entire SAE community, thank you to the good citizens of Yarmouth for
your support. We invite you to stop by and visit our wonderful learning community where
students are All Aboard for the Future.
FOOD SERVICE DEPARTMENT
Rooney Powers, Director
The Dennis-Yarmouth Food Service Department has had another successful year in 2018
feeding the children of our communities. It is important to us that all of our students have
an opportunity to enjoy healthy and nutritious meals. There are many families that may find
it difficult to pay for school meals. We encourage all families to fill out a Meals Benefits
application to help with these costs. At the end of the 2017-18 school year, the D-Y District
had 60% of the students receiving free or reduced priced meals.
We once again chose to sponsor the fully funded Federal Summer Lunch Program. With six
locations: Station Avenue Elementary, Ezra Baker Elementary, Mattacheese Middle, Swan
Pond Village, Johnny Kelley Park, and Flax Pond Recreation Area, we served just under
18,000 free lunches to the children of our communities over the summer months.
Breakfast is an important part of our student’s day. Beginning the day with a healthy meal
will help our students be better learners. We have implemented a “grab-n-go to the
classroom” system in all of our schools. This has increased our breakfast participation to
36% district wide. We are able to offer free breakfast to all of our students in two of our
schools, Ezra Baker and M.E. Small, due to the high percentage of students eligible for free
and reduced meals in these schools under the Universal Breakfast Program. The breakfast
participation in these two schools was 43%.
Paying attention to environmental concerns, both the Ezra Baker and Wixon schools no
longer use any Styrofoam products in their kitchens. We have changed over to paper or a
pressed fiber, a fully decomposable product. These fiber-based items are extremely
expensive and will affect the budget with an increased cost of over $10,000 this year. Our
goal will be to phase in the other schools over the next few years. With the environmental
concerns in mind, we have also changed all of our dishwashing solutions to a totally green
product. This product was piloted at the Mattacheese School first and was found to do a
great job on our dishwashing and sanitation needs. We switched over the remaining schools
to the product and have had great results. We are very pleased to be able to make a positive
step in our green footprint.
Through our cooperative bidding and the use of local vendors, we have been able to keep
costs under control and finished the year in the black. For the 2017-18 school year the food
cost ran at 44%, labor costs were 37%, and all other costs were 19%. Our participation is
strong in all of our cafeterias. Our staff is dedicated to serving and caring about the students
of the D-Y School District.
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TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Chris Machado, Director of Technology
The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Technology Department provides services
to all schools and the Central Office. The department supports the infrastructure necessary
to maintain the district networks, repairs hardware, installs software, files for grants - both
entitlement and competitive, works with students with special needs to incorporate assistive
technologies into their Individual Education Plans, and provides professional development
to staff to integrate technology into the curriculum.
There are four technicians and one office staff position in the Technology Department. The
technicians work diligently to maintain the computers, printers, iPads, and other instructional
technology across the District. The technology office staff maintains the District databases
of hardware and software, assists in managing the work order system, and supports the
District’s technology help desk. The technology team supports over 1,700 desktop/laptop
computers and over 2,800 ipads. All iPads can access the internet through the wireless access
points which the department supports across seven buildings.
In 2018, the District provided new iPads to incoming 8th grade students as well as staff who
had not received new iPads since the initial distribution in 2013.
In order to provide technology to EL students for the required online ACCESS testing in
2019, the technology office prepared computers at all schools for the test. This work
required installing new caching servers at each site and new testing software on computers.
Servers for the high school, Station Avenue Elementary, and the administration office had
reached the end of support and were replaced. Computers in the lab at M. E. Small
Elementary, one lab at Mattacheese Middle School, and one lab at Dennis-Yarmouth
Regional High School were replaced. The technology office has also begun the process of
replacing ceiling mounted projectors at the high school that were installed in the 2005
renovation at the high school. These projectors have reached the end of life.
The Technology Department supports teachers using technology in their
classrooms. JoAnna Watson, the Assistant Director of Digital Learning and Library
Services, offers 1 credit and 3 credit graduate level technology courses for staff. These
courses provide instruction and ideas for staff to efficiently use a variety of technology daily,
to prepare students with 21st century technology skills.
The Technology Department also provides support for the equipment, skills, and network
needed for the successful implementation of online MCAS testing. Students in grades 3, 4,
6, 7, and for the first time, grade 5 took MCAS tests on iPads in 2018.
In December, in honor of Computer Science Education Week, all Dennis-Yarmouth schools
participated again in the Hour of Code. The Hour of Code is organized by Code.org, a public
501c3 non-profit dedicated to expanding participation in computer science by making it
available in more schools, and increasing participation by women and underrepresented
students.
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The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Technology Department makes every effort
to stay current on emerging technologies to best serve the school community and ensure
strong support of its technological needs.
DENNIS-YARMOUTH REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
EMPLOYEE SALARIES
Name Position Base Other
ABRAHAMSON, KATHARINE A ESP IA/SPED $25,709 $1,168
ADAMS, ALISON J Math Teacher $79,083 $8,973
ADAMS, ELIZABETH ESP I/SPED Bus $8,566 $1,887
AIGUIER, REBECCA Psychologist $75,987 $5,919
AITCHISON, MARK J ESP IA/EL $19,507 $459
ALBERTI, LEWIS E III Coach $0 $6,543
ALDRIDGE, JOHN E NEED Staff $6,245 $0
ALLANBROOK, GEOFFREY A Elementary School Teacher $77,977 $800
ALLISON, PAMELA L Cafeteria Worker $905 $0
ALMONTE, JODY-LYN Secretary II/EE $49,243 $1,275
ALOUISE, THOMAS J Substitute $0 $723
AMES, HEIDI M Elementary School Teacher $83,323 $3,722
ANAGNOSTAKOS, DEBORAH A Secretary I/Data Spec $34,262 $1,075
ANARINO, SUSAN M Kindergarten Teacher $77,977 $4,990
ANDERSON, GINA E Substitute $0 $7,667
ANDERSON, PATRICIA D Music Teacher $77,977 $3,618
ANDRE, TINA L Elementary School Teacher $86,325 $4,174
ANGELO, JO-ANN M Substitute $0 $2,611
ANGELONE, PADRAIC COYNE Substitute $0 $4,637
ANNESSI, JILLIAN P Substitute $0 $2,634
ANNESSI, PATRICIA M Substitute $0 $372
ANTONUZZO, JOHN R Art Teacher $77,977 $1,500
ARADO-OLSON, FILOMENA J Substitute $0 $4,593
ARLEDGE, CANDEE A ESP IA/SPED $26,818 $7,858
ARONE, PATRICIA I Elementary School Teacher $76,644 $0
Arruda, Audra M Music Teacher $18,659 $478
ARSENAULT, BERNARD E Substitute $0 $26,182
ARSENEAUX, MARIA ESP IA/SPED $15,684 $8,141
ATWELL, DANIEL M SpEd Teacher $77,977 $418
ATWELL, KRISTY J Psychologist $87,546 $9,346
BAACKE, SHAWNA ESP IA/SPED $1,844 $0
BACH, MAUREEN A Secretary I/Data Spec $29,900 $0
BACIGALUPI, KAREN Foreign Language Teacher $60,987 $30
BADER, ELIZABETH Substitute $0 $3,219
BAILEY, KATHLEEN S Substitute $0 $4,023
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BAKER, BEVERLY J Substitute $0 $1,175
BARANDAS, LINDSAY JEAN ELL Teacher $67,898 $62
BARBI, JEANNE Cafeteria Worker $12,874 $0
BARTON, PAMELA M Librarian $71,595 $0
BEACH, JOHN A Psychologist $85,821 $4,294
BEACH, SOCHEATH Cook Manager $34,315 $6,816
BEAMAN, KATE Coach $0 $5,309
BEATTY, DAVID Social Studies Teacher $29,598 $0
BEAUCHEMIN, KAREN P Substitute $0 $7,121
BECRELIS, KATHERINE T Academic Skills Teacher $70,799 $538
BEDWELL, KAREN V ESP IA/SPED $34,250 $6,045
BEJARANO-CRYER, LILIANA M Adult Education Instructor $0 $1,428
BELESS, CAROLYNNE J Reading Recvry Teach. Ldr. $88,620 $7,334
BELESS, NANCY L Substitute $0 $4,157
BELFIORE, LYNNE Substitute $0 $1,120
BELL, ALAN Substitute $0 $32,736
BELLEROSE, PRISCILLA A Social Worker $77,977 $9,044
BELTRAN, MIRIAM ESP IA/SPED $36,995 $7,537
BELTRANDI, LISA A ESP I/OST $25,975 $8,000
BENNETT, KENDRA A English Teacher $62,138 $6,020
BERGENFIELD, LESLIE Substitute $0 $2,941
BERGERON, JANINE M Substitute $0 $7,797
BITAHI, ADAM L ESP I/OST $9,119 $8,317
BLACK, JESSICA D Asst. Coach $0 $3,270
BLAKE, TIMOTHY S Principal $51,033 $0
BLOCH, DANA F NEED Staff $18,120 $0
BOARDLEY, AMANDA Behavior Specialist $63,843 $0
BOBERG, MARYANNE Tutor $0 $907
BOGLE, ADRIAN J Elementary School Teacher $60,838 $2,176
BOLAND, LINDSEY Guidance Counselor $52,227 $4,375
BOLAND, MAUREEN A Substitute $0 $575
BOMBANTI, LAUREN C SpEd Teacher $77,977 $0
BONASIA, MICHAEL Coach $0 $5,309
BONO, SONJA A Social Worker $53,647 $7,330
BORGATTI, JULIE L ESP IA/SPED $23,395 $2,074
BOSKUS, CHRISTIE J Phys. Education Teacher $61,132 $419
BOTTING, EVAN Math Teacher $75,784 $5,356
BOUDREAU, ALEXANDRIA E Art Teacher $77,977 $1,700
BOUDREAU, NICOLE J ESP IA/SPED $21,303 $646
BOVINO, MICHAEL J Asst. Principal $93,739 $7,357
BOWES, ANNETTE C Guidance Counselor $85,262 $7,704
BOWES, ELIZA M ELL Teacher $19,925 $28,262
BOWIE, MARY C ESP IV/SLPA $27,547 $1,075
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BOWIE, OLIVIA C Substitute $0 $3,399
BOYLE, JAYNE C Foreign Language Teacher $57,193 $2,953
BRADFORD, WILLIAM P Substitute $0 $59
BRAULT, DANIELLE L Substitute $0 $6,457
BREDA, KRISTINE E Visually Impaired Teacher $85,821 $2,866
BREMBT, BEVERLY A Elementary School Teacher $87,132 $5,552
BRENNAN, SHANE L Social Studies Teacher $83,905 $4,380
BRENNAN, STEPHEN A Social Studies Teacher $74,991 $1,200
BRENNER, CHRISTOPHER D Substitute $0 $372
BRETT, JENNIFER W Substitute $0 $10,041
BREWER, SEAN W Coach $0 $5,532
BRITTON, BRANDI R ESP II/CABA $10,637 $688
BRITTON, BRIDGET A Art Teacher $74,793 $864
BROCHU, HARRIET F ESP IA/Kindergarten $11,187 $913
BRODEUR, KERRY A Substitute $0 $857
BRODT, CRAIG C Art Teacher $78,961 $1,500
BROWN, CHRISTOPHER JOHN Science Teacher $66,677 $1,142
BROWN, KELLY K Instructional Coach-Math $58,720 $9,717
BROWN, LYNN N Student Support Teacher $87,546 $800
Brown, Noreen Ann Substitute $0 $1,724
BROWN-OBERLANDER,
MARGARET Substitute $0 $868
BRYANT, LINDSEY E Math Teacher $83,739 $1,815
BRYSON, SANDRA H ESP IA/SPED $27,369 $3,616
BUETTNER, MARLAINE Substitute $0 $150
BURGESS, MELISSA A Substitute $0 $8,087
BURKE HAYES, MARJORIE ESP IA/Kindergarten $3,432 $38
BURKE, NEIL J Asst. Coach $0 $3,270
BURLINGAME, ERIN E SpEd Teacher $59,881 $60
BURNHAM, MAUREEN A Admin Asst. Superintendent $45,567 $12,434
BURON, SAMANTHA E Phys. Education Teacher $78,387 $2,943
BURTON, WILLIAM J ESP I/SPED Bus $28,933 $0
BUTLER, BRIGID A ESP IA/Kindergarten $9,483 $165
BUTLER, TYLER J NEED Staff $6,245 $0
CAHOON, KAREN T Kindergarten Teacher $62,712 $31
CAIN, PATRICIA E ESP IA/SPED $25,572 $1,167
CALDER, JEAN E ESP IA/SPED $19,286 $257
CALDWELL, EMILY WHITEMAN
WARNER Elementary School Teacher $76,235 $730
CALISE, JOSEPH R Alternative Educ. Teacher $0 $8,928
CALL, JEANETTE M SpEd Teacher $77,977 $552
CAMPBELL, BERNADETTE M Sp. Lang Pathologist $79,159 $1,715
CAMPBELL, JEANNE M SpEd Teacher $79,159 $1,860
CAMPBELL, QUINTON T Asst. Coach $0 $3,270
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CAMPBELL, THOMAS Maintenance Laborer $0 $4,995
CANTO, EWELINA Z ESP I/Duty $4,003 $1,479
CAPOBIANCO, CHRIS A Coach $0 $5,309
CAPOBIANCO, MARY-BETH Substitute $0 $70
CAPPARELLA, NANCY L Music Teacher $75,641 $3,991
CAPPARELLA, PAUL T Substitute $0 $7,739
CARBIN, LINDA M Sp. Lang Pathologist $36,195 $3,145
CAREY, CHARLENE A Reading Recovery Teacher $74,556 $2,812
CAREY, CHERYL Health Teacher $52,519 $493
CAREY, JOHN M Tech Maint. Specialist $53,835 $520
CARLETON, RICHARD J Coach $0 $1,300
CARLSON, SHANNON S Instructional Coach - Lit $85,821 $1,225
CARNES, KAREN E Substitute $0 $1,488
CARPENTER, MARY L SpEd Team Chair $57,193 $4,402
CARSTENSEN, ERIN R SpEd Teacher $83,531 $1,778
CASCARELLA, SHAUNA J Coach $0 $1,815
CASEY, PATRICIA GEORGIA SpEd Teacher $79,159 $1,018
CASHEN, SANDRA J Facilities Manager $80,370 $2,050
CASTANO, RAYMOND JOHN Music Teacher $77,977 $460
CASTELONE, THERESA M Elementary School Teacher $85,821 $3,702
CASTLE, TABATHA L Cafeteria Worker $12,248 $2,299
CASTRO, BRIGITT A ESP IA/SPED $18,021 $220
CATON, DEBORAH A ESP IA/SPED $20,697 $2,358
CAVALLO, NATALIE A LTS $0 $8,355
CAVANAUGH, EILEEN Substitute $0 $5,332
CERQUEIRA, SAMANTHA C ESP II/CABA $31,410 $186
CEVOLI, CHRISTEN Phys. Education Teacher $65,541 $741
CHASE, RICHARD P Phys. Education Teacher $78,186 $1,778
CHASE, TRISHA L Secretary II/School Princ. $47,193 $0
CHAUSSE, AMY S Science Teacher $75,159 $10,225
CHAUSSE, DENISE M Substitute $0 $340
CHIARADONNA, SHEILA Substitute $0 $6,131
CHRISTENSEN, KIMBERLE Substitute $0 $884
CHRISTENSEN, STEVEN E Applied Tech. Teacher $74,584 $2,769
CHRISTIE, SUZANNE M Music Teacher $79,664 $2,616
CHRISTOPHER, JULIE C ESY Teacher $0 $2,806
CIAVARRA, CHRISTINE M ELL Teacher $81,967 $2,774
CLARK, DEBORAH M SpEd Teacher $77,977 $0
CLARKE, RICHARD F JR Substitute $0 $841
CLARKIN, JOSHUA S Asst Principal $106,500 $0
CLEARY, BARBARA Substitute $0 $1,479
CLEMENCE, JOHN T Substitute $0 $1,300
CLIFFORD, JOSHUA MICHAEL Substitute $0 $403
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CLIFFORD, SANDRA Secretary III/Admin. - AP $54,194 $1,475
CLOUTHER, ANDREW S Substitute $0 $12,795
CLOUTIER, ANGELA L SpEd Teacher $41,065 $682
COADY, ELIZABETH A ESP IA/SPED $18,403 $30
COAKLEY, VIRGINIA L Substitute $0 $651
Cochrane, Lisa M Occupational Therapist $56,476 $68
COHAN, SHANNON Substitute $0 $10,499
COLBY, JANET C Substitute $0 $2,387
COLE, HANNAH R ESP IA/SPED $17,762 $1,343
COLGAN, KATHERINE A Art Teacher $74,991 $4,228
COLOZZO, ANNA M Substitute $0 $160
COLTON-MUND, DAWN E Foreign Language Teacher $81,575 $7,947
CONBOY, KRISTEN E ESP IA/SPED $16,374 $249
CONCANNON, LINDSEY EMMA Elementary School Teacher $20,421 $0
CONNORS, SUSAN M ESP IA/SPED $29,983 $1,275
CONTI, NICHOLAS J II Substitute $0 $280
CONWAY, CAROL S Early Education Teacher $85,821 $1,400
COPENHAVER, VICTORIA L Reading Teacher $69,718 $3,986
CORBETT, DANIELLE K Cafeteria Worker $17,018 $3,623
CORCORAN, SANDRA L ESP IA/Early Ed $25,611 $1,248
CORDEIRO, LISA R Human Resources Director $32,745 $0
CORNA, CHRISTOPHER A Math Teacher $77,977 $1,612
CORNWELL, DIANE A Substitute $0 $5,850
COSTA, ELEANOR S Cafeteria Worker $857 $5,233
COTE, CYNTHIA J Cafeteria Worker $10,284 $0
COTE, GIORDANA M Dean of Students $47,141 $0
COTE, SUSAN S ESP IA/SPED $20,224 $20
COUGHLIN, JOANNE L ESP IA/SPED $21,718 $227
COUGHLIN, JUDITH A Substitute $0 $2,200
COUITE, ANN D Nurse Leader $87,546 $3,743
COUSINS, CHRISTINE Math Teacher $83,323 $0
COX, KERRY ESP IA/Kindergarten $10,653 $138
COYLE CURLEY, SUSAN M Elementary School Teacher $77,977 $1,130
CRAFTS, ROBIN L ESP II/CABA $39,025 $1,308
CRAIG, REBECCA K SpEd Teacher $68,817 $800
CRARY, KATELIN N Math Teacher $51,790 $4,056
CREALESE, KATHRYN MARIE ESP IA/SPED $5,060 $88
CRISER, SUSANNAH R Kindergarten Teacher $57,049 $1,165
CROCKAN, CHERYL T Secretary II/School Princ. $52,793 $1,475
CROSS, KENDRA M ESP IA/SPED $17,671 $94
CROSSETTI, MATTHEW S English Teacher $65,541 $3,101
CROWELL, AUDRA E Substitute $0 $700
CROWELL, BRENDA G Occupational Therapist $51,665 $706
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CROWELL, CHERYL R ESP I/Duty $1,143 $4,827
CROWELL, PETER J Principal $111,050 $0
CROWLEY, MAUREEN L Substitute $0 $14
CUFF, ELAINE M Substitute $0 $2,094
CURLEY WELSH, JAN M ESP IA/SPED $20,642 $5
CURRAN, JOANNE T Cafeteria Worker $7,406 $3,448
CURRIER, MARY-LYNN B ESP IA/SPED $10,944 $0
CURRY, JOHN J ESP IA/SPED $4,001 $9,565
CUTLER, ADAM S Science Teacher $76,235 $2,165
CUTLER, KERRY A Music Teacher $79,159 $4,428
CYR, TRAVIS E Tech Maint. Specialist $51,403 $817
DADMUN, THOMAS J Foreign Language Teacher $45,973 $0
DAHLBORG, JON PETER Coach $0 $3,941
DALEY, CATHERINE R Substitute $0 $3,591
DAMORE, JOAN E Secretary III/Admin. Fin. $48,545 $1,475
DANNE-FEENEY, SHANNON M Elementary School Teacher $86,924 $2,804
DAVIES, JENNA M Music Teacher $18,565 $0
DAVIES, MARY N Substitute $9,911 $2,079
DAVIS, ELIZABETH K ESP IA/SPED $4,927 $6,497
DAY, SUSAN SpEd Teacher $71,606 $2,808
DE PAIVA, RONALDO P Grounds Laborer $16,638 $0
DEAN, ELIZABETH M Secretary II $6,468 $11,319
DEAN, MAURA C ELL Teacher $85,821 $3,985
DeGROFF, JACQUELINE A Health Teacher $74,991 $0
DELCOURT, KEITH CHARLES Elementary School Teacher $17,478 $0
DELGADO, AMY E Coach $0 $2,221
DEMANCHE, CATHERINE M Elementary School Teacher $87,755 $2,078
DEMANGO, JENNIFER M Instructional Coach - Lit $86,419 $3,512
DeMELLO, MOLLY M ESP IA/SPED $25,584 $1,825
DEMONTIGNY, LEAH A Substitute $0 $435
DENEEN, ERIN E Asst. Coach $0 $15,720
DEPIN, CAROLE J Consulting Teacher of Rea $84,189 $2,246
DEPIN, HANNAH M Substitute $0 $587
DEPIN, KEVIN F Principal $114,994 $0
DEPUY, CARL P Science Teacher $77,977 $2,553
D'ERRICO, NICOLE S Guidance Counselor $84,396 $7,104
DESIMONE, CORINNE M Substitute $0 $2,870
DESIMONE, CORY M Asst. Coach $0 $6,308
DESIMONE, MARY A Substitute $0 $1,224
DEVEAU, KATHLEEN M ESP IA/Kindergarten $19,531 $125
DEVINE, MICHELLE A Cafeteria Worker $10,708 $0
DIAS, DANIEL S Maintenance Laborer $36,002 $1,430
DIDSBURY, SHIRLEY J ESP IA/SPED $22,035 $258
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DiFILIPPO, HILARY ELIZABETH Sp. Lang Pathologist $83,323 $0
DILLEY, THOMAS GEORGE Phys. Education Teacher $71,606 $30
DIMONTE, ECATERINE Substitute $0 $6,906
DION, JANE J LTS $0 $4,179
DIPINTO, CYNTHIA Reading Teacher $50,019 $0
DIPRETE, SHARON A Nurse $51,390 $1,423
DOHERTY, KELLEY ELL Teacher $34,779 $62
DOHERTY, NICOLE L Math Teacher $77,977 $0
DONNELLY, VIRGINIA A Social Studies Teacher $74,991 $1,160
DONOVAN, LYNNE M Middle School Teacher $87,546 $1,790
Dos SANTOS, RENATA F ELL Teacher $54,218 $430
DOWNING, KATHLEEN ANN Nurse $77,608 $961
DOYLE, JUDY B ESP IA/SPED $25,421 $1,475
DRAKE, BARBARA J Elementary School Teacher $74,991 $1,745
DUARTE, HARLIE A ESP IA/SPED $4,804 $10,997
DUFFY, ERIN M ESP IA/SPED $21,957 $1,726
DUGGAN, ELIZABETH E Elementary School Teacher $87,546 $2,595
DUMONT, LINDA A ESP IA/Early Ed $25,493 $2,476
DUNN, MICHELLE E Elementary School Teacher $76,739 $5,419
DUNN, NANCY E Science Teacher $76,235 $4,985
DURLEY, KIMBERLY A Foreign Language Teacher $79,225 $524
DWYER, JAMES E Substitute $0 $770
DWYER, MAX Elementary School Teacher $78,186 $1,808
EARLY, MARIE H Cafeteria Worker $2,901 $0
EATON, RENEE J ESP II/CABA $31,278 $140
EATON, STACIE E ESP II/CABA $27,527 $93
ECONOMIDES, ANNE C English Teacher $55,939 $4,563
EDWARDS, JENNIFER M Librarian $61,018 $465
EDWARDS, TAMMY E ESP I/SPED Bus $22,433 $5,223
EGAN, MARISSA E Elementary School Teacher $79,159 $60
EGAN-WALSH, PAMELA A Title I Teacher $87,546 $1,490
EICHNER, CAROLE A Director Early Learning $110,096 $0
EITELBACH, ROBIN Social Worker $42,835 $3,324
ELDREDGE, COLLEEN A Elementary School Teacher $80,158 $3,924
ELLIOTT, JUSTIN J Asst. Coach $0 $2,627
ELLIS, CAMILA ELL Teacher $23,111 $12,264
ELLIS, KATHARINE D ESP IA/Library/Media $25,709 $1,543
ELLIS, RAQUEL M Kindergarten Teacher $73,036 $2,995
ENDICH, TAMARA Applied Tech. Teacher $62,003 $9,214
ESPERSON-GOLDEN, JEAN Foreign Language Teacher $80,603 $2,576
ESTEY, DENISE L ESP IA/SPED $27,533 $1,475
ETHIER, MEGAN ANNE SpEd Teacher $65,541 $30
EVANS, ALIZABETH ANN Sp. Lang Pathologist $79,376 $705
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FALCO, EILEEN B Cook Manager $46,161 $1,120
FALLON, KIERA R ESP IA/SPED $936 $913
FASS, ALLISON D Reading Teacher $69,037 $678
FAUCHER, BRANDON L Substitute $0 $523
FAUCHER, STEVEN A Asst. Facilities Manager $75,106 $1,000
FECTEAU, SUZANNE L Substitute $0 $243
FEDELE, MOLLY L Instructional Coach-Tech $83,323 $2,681
FEDY, LISA J Sch. to Career Counselor $77,977 $400
FEE, PAMELA MICHELLE Psychologist $77,474 $3,423
FELKER, CONSTANCE A ESP IV/LPN/RN $28,255 $6,024
FERGUSON, MARIA MICHELLE Adult Education Instructor $0 $112
FERGUSON, SUSAN J Substitute $0 $2,700
FERREIRA, SUZANNE M Early Education Teacher $79,159 $1,130
FILMER-GALLAGHER, HEIDI M Substitute $0 $70
FILOSA WILLS, JUSTINE M Elementary School Teacher $77,977 $1,648
FILTEAU, SHANNON D ESP IA/SPED $26,061 $1,208
FINN, CATHERINE M ESP IA/SPED $25,743 $1,339
FIORENTINO, EDWARD J Social Studies Teacher $61,018 $4,958
FISHER, BURT Substitute $0 $70
FITZGERALD, PATRICIA A Secretary I/Receptionist $29,009 $1,199
FIUZA, ELIZABETH F ESP IA/EL $25,940 $4,921
FLANAGAN, ELLEN MARY Asst. Principal $85,717 $1,000
FLYNN, STEPHANIE L ESP IA/Kindergarten $9,032 $50
FOLAN, ALICE R Social Studies Teacher $83,323 $1,830
FOLEY, EILEEN M ESP I/OST $24,035 $172
FORBES, ALICE M Substitute $0 $360
FORKER, KEITH B Coach $0 $590
FORNOFF, DALE A Guidance Counselor $86,201 $13,175
FOUGERE, JAMIE SpEd Teacher $48,473 $0
FOURNIER, MARA Elementary School Teacher $84,262 $2,078
FRANCIS, JESSICA Foreign Language Teacher $65,237 $5,770
FRANKLIN, MARSHA Cook Manager $28,352 $1,200
FRANKLIN, QUANTEZ D Asst. Coach $0 $3,942
FRASER, COLLEEN E SpEd Teacher $51,453 $326
FRATUS, DEBBIE ANN Elementary School Teacher $72,731 $46
FREDERICKS, MICHELLE L Bus. Office Coordinator $39,586 $0
FREEMAN, KELLI J Substitute $0 $1,215
FREEMAN, MARY M Secretary II/School Princ. $49,023 $1,275
FREEMAN, MICHAEL R Phys. Education Teacher $57,049 $10,756
FRENCH, JOHN S Title I Teacher $81,107 $2,769
FRIEL, JACQUELYN THERESA Elementary School Teacher $11,782 $155
FUNK, PAUL A Asst. Principal $99,480 $9,155
GAGE, AMY L ESP I/SPED Bus $19,397 $1,552
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GAINEY, CAMERON M Occupational Therapist $57,444 $0
GALLAGHER, EMILY ANN Kindergarten Teacher $70,755 $1,685
GALT, REGINA M Elementary School Teacher $78,481 $2,804
GARDNER, FABIANE ROMERO ESP IA/Early Ed $23,145 $1,771
GARRITY, MARIAH K ESP IA/SPED $17,305 $5,939
GARULAY, MANON A Substitute $0 $280
GASQUOINE, NICOLAS B ESP II/CABA $18,138 $392
GAUVIN, MELISSA B Cook Manager $31,297 $5,445
GAY, MINDA J ESP IA/SPED $3,900 $0
GAZAILLE, PAUL R Substitute $0 $6,388
GERARDI, CARA I Substitute $0 $180
GEREMIA, KATHRYN E Title I Teacher $28,041 $0
GIANESIN, ELIZABETH Science Teacher $46,485 $492
GIFFEE, SUSAN C Cafeteria Worker $14,489 $720
GILREIN, JANET C Elementary School Teacher $74,991 $2,017
GLASHEEN, KATHLEEN Guidance Counselor $64,222 $3,249
GLEASON, KATELYN English Teacher $71,606 $400
GODIN, KATHRYN R Substitute $0 $540
GOGOL, GREGORY L Science Teacher $77,977 $1,500
GOGOL, MARCY L Kindergarten Teacher $77,977 $2,100
GONSALVES, CAROL A Substitute $0 $278
GOODE, MICHELLE J Asst. Principal $92,906 $4,278
GORDINEER, SHARON J Cafeteria Worker $12,239 $574
GOULD, EMILY MARIE SpEd Teacher $50,547 $53
GOVONI, JENNIFER A Asst. Principal $95,018 $0
GOVONI, MARY JO Elementary School Teacher $5,496 $7,333
GOWANS, PHYLLIS E ESP I/OST $6,538 $0
GOYDAS, BARBARA ANN Reading Teacher $26,899 $0
GRAF, SCOTT E Music Teacher $76,631 $7,650
GRAHAM, JULIA S NEED Staff $1,043 $1,100
GRAHAM, MALCOLM JUDSON JR Music Teacher $79,159 $902
GRAMM, MARGARET W Substitute $0 $9,360
GRANDFIELD, MARY G ESP IA/SPED $17,277 $1,622
GREEN, ELIZABETH A ESP I/OST $3,765 $661
GREEN, GREGORY ESP IA/SPED $37,949 $1,475
GREER, CHRISTINA A English Teacher $21,483 $0
GRIECCI, DEBRA R Secretary II/School Princ. $49,023 $1,275
GRIFFITH, ELAINE M Librarian $77,391 $915
GRISWOLD, DONNA L Elementary School Teacher $62,712 $176
GUBBINS, ANNA B Substitute $0 $396
GUBBINS, SUSAN E Early Education Teacher $54,841 $1,760
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250
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251
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252
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253
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254
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MERCK, JOHN J Substitute $0 $11,274
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255
MICHAEL, DAVID S ESP I/SPED Bus $12,561 $4,049
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256
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257
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REAM, DEBORAH L Substitute $0 $3,175
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259
SCRIBNER, CHRISTY L SpEd Driver $31,387 $980
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SEARS, LISA C Substitute $0 $8,500
SELFE, DAWN H Secretary III/Payroll Mgr. $34,451 $0
SENATORE, EUGENE J Substitute $0 $210
SERIJAN, VALERIE Phys. Education Teacher $64,825 $6,460
SEVERDIJA, JEANNE M ELL Teacher $83,827 $2,739
SHALLOW, ELEANOR L Secretary I/Receptionist $32,807 $606
SHAPIRO, DAVID NEED Staff $23,562 $0
SHAW, JOHN H Coach $0 $6,542
SHEA, CAITLIN B Secretary I/Receptionist $30,730 $0
SHEA, DEBRA ANN Sp. Lang Pathologist $77,977 $23
SHEEDY, ADRIANA M Secretary II/HS Guid. Reg. $39,395 $770
SHEEHAN, TRACIE E SpEd Teacher $78,186 $1,743
SHEEHY, NANCY M Elementary School Teacher $16,150 $1,418
SHINNICK, SARA ESP IA/SPED $187 $0
SHOEMAKER, ROGER Theater/Drama Teacher $22,914 $10,175
SIBBICK, GEODE S NEED Staff $12,416 $0
SIEGEL, TRACIE C Elementary School Teacher $87,546 $2,535
SIGALOVSKY, JULIA Science Teacher $89,297 $490
SILVA, BRANDI L Substitute $0 $46
SILVA, ROBERTA H ESP IA/SPED $28,004 $3,277
SILVESTRI, TAMARA LTS $0 $26,661
SINERATE, JOANNE P Substitute $0 $2,989
SINERATE, JOHN R ESP IA/SPED $20,697 $3,798
SISSON, DRU V Coach $0 $5,309
SKALA, RENEE G Secretary II/Data Spec $49,013 $1,475
SKINNER, LEAH E ESP II/CABA $4,967 $0
SKIVER, EILEEN PATRICIA Adult Education Instructo $0 $196
SKOGLUND, BRUCE A Substitute $0 $5,357
SLATKAVITZ, DONNA M Substitute $0 $436
SLATTERY, ANITA L Instructional Coach-Math $77,977 $3,014
SLEVIN, ELIZABETH G Elementary School Teacher $65,750 $2,228
SLEVIN, JOHANNA K Substitute $0 $4,206
SMITH, JACQUELINE M LTS $0 $10,977
SMITH, JANICE M Music Teacher $74,991 $30
SMITH, JOCELYNE A LTS $0 $6,083
SMITH, KATHLEEN A ESY Teacher $0 $2,015
SMITH, KATHRYN N Occupational Therapist $58,986 $53
SMITH, LAURA M Elementary School Teacher $33,407 $285
SMITH, MICHAEL D Substitute $0 $512
SMITH, RHONDA ESP IA/SPED $8,538 $3,204
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SOHOEL GOLDBERG, DEBORAH L Adult Education Instructo $0 $168
SOMES, CHRISTINE L Elementary School Teacher $73,526 $708
SPADA, MARGARET C Reading Teacher $53,349 $0
SPANO, BRIAN STEVEN Elementary School Teacher $59,881 $1,090
SPRINGER, DANIEL Art Teacher $87,546 $7,708
ST. CROIX, JOHN P LTS $0 $27,700
STEELE, JOSHUA B Guidance Counselor $52,257 $8,280
STEFANSKI, JAMES Sch. Adjustment Counselor $78,761 $4,696
STENSTROM, ZACHARY D Adult Education Instructor $0 $1,176
STEWART, VIRGINIA T Title I Teacher $87,546 $8,908
STONE, JONATHAN DAVID English Teacher $76,235 $12,537
STORER, MARTHA L SpEd Driver $30,390 $2,735
STREET, SUZANNE D SpEd Teacher $87,546 $1,400
STUBER, MEGHAN ELIZABETH Kindergarten Teacher $66,677 $31
STUDLEY, REBECCA L Permanent Substitute $14,525 $21,001
SUDBEY, MARY BETH ESP IA/SPED $25,860 $3,366
SUGERMEYER, DOREEN M Substitute $0 $2,705
SULLIVAN, DONALD J Substitute $0 $539
SULLIVAN, ELIZABETH J Substitute $0 $9,073
SULLIVAN, JUDITH G Substitute $0 $8,074
SULLIVAN, KAIRON Secretary I/HS SPED Sec $28,436 $65
SULLIVAN, MAUREEN M ESP IA/SPED $15,698 $7,883
SULLIVAN, PATRICIA M Substitute $0 $8,240
SULLIVAN, VALERIE A Substitute $0 $88
SUTTER, CHERYL J Substitute $0 $2,030
SWEENEY, DEBORAH D Librarian $84,189 $1,717
SYLVIA, DAVID S Substitute $0 $7,709
SYLVIA, LYNN M Permanent Substitute $16,692 $0
TATRO, NICOLE ESP IA/SPED $199 $0
TAVANO, HOLLY D Nurse $32,216 $217
TAYLOR, LISA L ESP IA/SPED $25,594 $1,075
TAYLOR, MICHELLE A Substitute $0 $5,466
TERASCONI, SAMANTHA MARIE Math Teacher $29,598 $2,900
TERRANOVA, TIFFANY E SpEd Teacher $55,820 $30
TERWILLIGER, EILEEN HELEN Title I Teacher $66,677 $0
THERIEN, ANNE R Kindergarten Teacher $87,546 $1,131
THERRIEN, SYLVIE Science Teacher $85,821 $1,209
THIBEAULT, CARLA G ESP IA/SPED $12,437 $0
THIELE, JUTTA M SpEd Teacher $87,546 $1,687
THOMAS, CHRISTINE M ESP I/Duty $7,109 $0
THOMPSON, BENJAMIN L Math Teacher $77,977 $2,593
THOMPSON, CHRISTOPHER J Substitute $0 $2,272
TIERNEY, ERIN E Kindergarten Teacher $71,606 $0
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TIERNEY, MARCIA ALICE SpEd Teacher $27,036 $0
TIMONEY, NANCY J Sp. Lang Pathologist $77,977 $890
TIMPER, SUSAN J Cook Manager $20,027 $1,120
TISHUE, PAUL MICHAEL Math Teacher $69,751 $490
TIVNAN, CHRISTINA ELL Teacher $76,903 $2,728
TOMASETTI, KATHRYN A Substitute $0 $5,250
TOMPKINS, KATHERINE Q ESP IA/SPED $10,874 $0
TORNEY, MARION L Substitute $0 $6,257
TOTTEN, BARBARA A ESP IA/SPED $26,257 $1,475
TRAINOR, MEGAN L ESP I/Duty $514 $0
TRAVERS, AMY L Science Teacher $59,881 $617
TROVATO, KELSEY C English Teacher $48,560 $90
TUCCI, MARY J Substitute $0 $2,021
UNDERWOOD, JOHN P Adult Education Instructor $0 $560
URCIUOLI, JANICE M ESP IA/SPED $19,348 $1,456
USOWICZ, JENNIFER R LTS $0 $5,604
VAN ETTA, DANIEL JOSEPH ESP IA/SPED $4,896 $138
VATH, EILEEN E Elementary School Teacher $77,977 $887
VEARA, WENDY L ESP IA/SPED $27,030 $411
VENTOLA, DENNIS M Science Teacher $51,390 $1,361
VERANI, MARYBETH Social Studies Teacher $88,651 $1,830
VIDAKOVICH, MICHAEL G Substitute $0 $2,638
VIEIRA, VICTORIA L Substitute $0 $8,285
VIGLIANO, GARY J ESP IA/SPED $21,350 $7,679
VIOLET, MARY J SpEd Teacher $79,159 $2,687
VISCEGLIO, LAUREL A Cook Manager $34,329 $920
VOJTASOVA, JANA Nurse $15,709 $0
VON DER HEYDE, NANCY F Foreign Language Teacher $13,723 $0
WALCUTT, ROBERTA S Adult Education Instructor $0 $560
WALKER, KATHRYN H Elementary School Teacher $51,150 $3,148
WALKER, WENDY M Elementary School Teacher $77,977 $2,587
WALSH, YVETTE M ESP IA/SPED $19,267 $944
WARREN, CHERYL A Elementary School Teacher $87,546 $1,400
WATSON, JOANNA M Assist. Dir. Dig. Learn $92,397 $0
WATSON, PATRICIA A Phys. Education Teacher $74,991 $3,152
WATTS, SHAWNA M Secretary I/Data Spec $28,675 $95
WAYNE, ASHLEY N Coach $0 $3,270
WENGER, MEGHAN ALEXANDRA ESP IA/Kindergarten $2,499 $0
WHALEN, EILEEN M Admin Asst. Superintendent $58,875 $1,475
WHINNEM, READE S English Teacher $80,603 $2,130
WHITE, BRENDA J Substitute $0 $3,719
WHITE, JOSEPH C Elementary School Teacher $63,216 $1,794
WILBERS, LIESEL H Permanent Substitute $5,076 $1,136
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WILKEY FARRELL, VALERIE S SpEd Teacher $57,049 $2,788
WILLENBORG, EMILY L SpEd Teacher $46,655 $2,830
WILLIAMS, ELIZABETH R SpEd Teacher $77,977 $0
WILLIAMS, EMILY A Substitute $5,225 $120
WILLIAMS, SUSAN E Nurse $66,292 $0
WILLIAMS, TRISTAN H Social Studies Teacher $77,977 $3,403
WILLIAMSON, KAREN M Secretary I/Receptionist $11,795 $619
WINKLER, KATHLEEN MARIE Substitute $0 $579
WINSLOW, MARYBETH Coach $0 $3,941
WOEBCKE, DIANA L Substitute $0 $625
WOJCIECHOWSKI, STEPHANIE A ESP IA/SPED $18,484 $5,064
WOJCIK, DEBORAH B ESP IA/SPED $6,287 $4,018
WOOD, REGINA K Science Teacher $63,843 $681
WOODBURY, CAROL A Superintendent of Schools $176,512 $0
WOOLERY, BOBBETTE Science Teacher $77,977 $460
WRIGHT, KELLY Substitute $0 $558
WRIGHT, STEFANIE E Phys Education Teacher $78,239 $11,731
WRIGHT, WILLIAM R Substitute $0 $1,151
WUNDERLICH, KRISTA K Asst Coach $0 $2,627
WYSE, TRACI L Integration Specialist $77,556 $6,942
XIARHOS, LISA A ESP IA/SPED $19,263 $403
YOCOM, BARBARA J Substitute $0 $1,375
YOUNG, AMY C Occupational Therapist $59,046 $1,350
ZABIELSKI, RYANN E Elementary School Teacher $62,712 $30
ZAINEH, ABIR SpEd Teacher $57,193 $3,244
ZOPATTI, CARL Substitute $0 $608
DENNIS-YARMOUTH REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS - CLASS OF 2018
Scholarship Student Name Amount
Advocates for a Community College
Education Jhteneck Duran $1,000.00
Advocates for a Community College
Education Mary Gastonguay $1,000.00
Albert J. Bohlin Memorial Scholarship Lucas Flores $1,000.00
American Legion Post 197 Jack George $1,000.00
American Legion Post 197 Bryana Lynde $1,000.00
Amherst College Book Award Kimberly Asitimbay
Andrea Holden Thanksgiving Race
Scholarship Adane Atkinson $1,000.00
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Andrea Holden Thanksgiving Race
Scholarship Christopher Carey $1,000.00
Andrea Holden Thanksgiving Race
Scholarship Martene Jamiel $1,000.00
Andrea Holden Thanksgiving Race
Scholarship Sydney McCann $1,000.00
Ann Castonguay Memorial Awards Samuel Nickerson $500.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Samuel Capobianco $1,000.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Abigail Criser $1,000.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Matthew Crosby $1,000.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Taylor Deluga $1,000.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Brandon Dunn $1,000.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Kismet Goldstein $1,000.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Lauren Gustafson $1,000.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Martene Jamiel $1,000.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Anna Kowalski $1,000.00
Arthur S. Manaselian Private Foundation
Scholarship Jacob McCarthy $1,000.00
Baker Halfyard Scholarship Caitlin Grosso $2,500.00
Baker Halfyard Scholarship Daniella West $2,500.00
Barbara Ardito Memorial Scholarship Ann Froes $500.00
Barnstable Teacher's Association Samuel Capobianco $1,000.00
Barnstable Teacher's Association Jack George $1,000.00
Bass River Rod & Gun Club Scholarship Brett Halloran $1,000.00
Beverly Alexander Memorial Scholarship Vinicius Coelho $2,500.00
Beverly Alexander Memorial Scholarship Anna McGaffigan $2,500.00
Bill Booker Memorial Scholarship Joseph Tierney $1,000.00
Bill Booker Memorial Scholarship Andrew Weinert $750.00
Boston College Book Award Renee Levesque
Bradford Hemeon Memorial Scholarship Anna Bach $500.00
Brewster Band Scholarship Adrianna Collins $1,000.00
Brown University Book Award Carly Coughlin
Bryn Mawr College Book Award Lucy Agurkis
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Cape & Islands School Counselor
Association Thomas Gruttadauria $1,000.00
Cape Cod Association Scholarship Stephen Curran $2,000.00
Cape Cod Association Scholarship Lauren Gustafson $3,000.00
Cape Cod Association Scholarship Jasmine Stacy $2,000.00
Cape Cod Association Scholarship Andrew Weinert $2,000.00
Cape Cod Community College Pathways
Program Scholarship Nathalia Vieira $1,000.00
Cape Cod Community College
Presidential H. S. Scholarship Daisy Calle Huerta $500.00
Cape Cod Community College
Presidential H. S. Scholarship Hannah Williams $500.00
Cape Cod Covenant Church Lucas DiFrancesco $2,000.00
Cape Cod Detachment #125 Marine Corps
League Thomas Gruttadauria $1,000.00
Cape Cod Five Charitable Foundation Daniella West
Cape Cod Salties Stan Daggett Memorial
Scholarship Kevin Liu $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Benjamin Andrade $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Leyla Archie $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Romario Brown $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Cameron Coyne $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Ryan Crary $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Matthew Cunningham $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Brianna Davis $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Corinne Dupee $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Andrew Fagundes $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Katie Holmes $1,500.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Betchaly Jean $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Luana Matos $1,250.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Kaylia McIntosh $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Hugo Santos $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Shea Stanley $1,250.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust Siddhartha Tamang $1,000.00
Captain J.E. Fairbank Trust William Terrio $1,000.00
Charles E. & Barbara F. Adams Cameron Hennessey $500.00
Chatham Chorale Book Award Charlie Katz
Chester W. Ellis Scholarship Stephen Curran $1,000.00
Comcast Leaders & Achievers Award Harsh Patel $1,000.00
Dartmouth College Book Award Kimberly Calle
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D-Y Maintenance Scholarship Rachel Azer $500.00
D-Y Maintenance Scholarship Cameron Coyne $500.00
D-Y Maintenance Scholarship Andrew Fagundes $500.00
D-Y Maintenance Scholarship Lucas Flores $500.00
D-Y Maintenance Scholarship Danae Rose-Azor $500.00
D-Y PAC Danae Rose-Azor $250.00
Daniel Snowden Memorial Scholarship Romario Brown $400.00
Daniel Springer Art Award Glen Kuznetsov $500.00
Dedication and Perseverance Award Jhteneck Duran $50.00
Dedication and Perseverance Award Jacquelin White $50.00
Dennis Democratic Town Committee
Scholarship Paul Koryak $1,000.00
Dennis Firefighters Association
Scholarship Anthony Iachetta $500.00
Dennis Golf Association Barry Fenton
Memorial Award Kayla Bateman $1,500.00
Dennis Golf Association Judy Curcio
Memorial Award Kelsey Fiske $1,500.00
Dennis Harwich Lions John A.
MacNaught Memorial Scholarship Kayla Bateman
Dennis Men's Golf League Jack George $1,000.00
Dennis Patrolman's Union Scholarship Lucas DiFrancesco $1,000.00
Dennis Recreation Scholarship Anna McGaffigan $500.00
Dennis Recreation Scholarship Shea Stanley $500.00
Dolphin Award Jacob McCarthy
Dolphin Award Summer Walsh
Donald Trepte Memorial Scholarship Lucas DiFrancisco $500.00
Donald Trepte Memorial Scholarship Anthony Iachetta $500.00
Dorothy F. Humes Scholarship Sydney Berkeley $1,000.00
Dorothy F. Humes Scholarship Dylan Routhier $1,000.00
DYEA Dr. Michael McCaffrey
Scholarship Paul Kroyak $1,000.00
DYEA Educators Scholarship Abigail Criser $250.00
DYEA Educators Scholarship Alina Gubanova $500.00
DYEA Educators Scholarship Seyla O'Hearn $500.00
DYEA Educators Scholarship Joseph Tierney $250.00
DYRHS Soccer Boosters Romario Brown $125.00
DYRHS Soccer Boosters Tyler Carpenter $125.00
DYRHS Soccer Boosters Andrew Fagundes $125.00
DYRHS Soccer Boosters Gabriel Silva $50.00
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DYRHS Soccer Boosters Andrew Weinert $125.00
EARL Award Rachel Azer $500.00
Elizabeth Douthwright Memorial
Scholarship Lauren Gustafson $500.00
Excellence in ALP - Outstanding Effort Rachel Azer $50.00
Excellence in ALP - Outstanding Effort Julia Smith $50.00
Excellence in Art - "Best Portfolio" Sydney Berkeley $100.00
Excellence in ELL Jacqueline DaCruz $50.00
Excellence in ELL Nicholas Moreira $50.00
Excellence in English - Octopus Award Stephen Curran $25.00
Excellence in English - Octopus Award Alina Gubanova $25.00
Excellence in English - Salmon Award Sydney Berkeley $25.00
Excellence in English - Salmon Award Kaylia McIntosh $25.00
Excellence in French Sarah McGaffigan $50.00
Excellence in German Alina Gubanova $50.00
Excellence in History & Social Sciences Samuel Kenny $50.00
Excellence in History & Social Sciences Marlena Lynch $50.00
Excellence in Mathematics Hannel Naquines $50.00
Excellence in Mathematics Alexander Smith $50.00
Excellence in Music Jacob Ingram $50.00
Excellence in Music Dylan Routhier $50.00
Excellence in Physical Education/Health Sawyer Adamaitis $50.00
Excellence in Physical Education/Health Eilish Dillon $50.00
Excellence in Science Alina Gubanova $50.00
Excellence in Science Alexander Smith $50.00
Excellence in Spanish Miranda Wu $50.00
Excellence in Technology Vinicius Coelho $50.00
Excellence in Technology Shea Stanley $50.00
First Citizens' $1,000 Scholarship Summer Walsh $1,000.00
Frank X. and Mary E. Weny Scholarship
Fund Lilly Keith $8,000.00
Garden Club of Yarmouth Brett Halloran $1,500.00
George H. & Nina L. Riley Memorial
Scholarship Derrick Starling $1,000.00
George H. & Nina L. Riley Memorial
Scholarship Derek Thomas $1,000.00
Grand Prix Driving School Scholarship Samuel Capiobianco $200.00
Harvard Prize Book Award Angela Fragano
Harvard Prize Book Award Shane Calle
Harwich Police Association Katie Holmes $1,000.00
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Harwich-Dennis Rotary Club - MacIver
Scholarship Danae Rose-Azor $5,000.00
Harwich-Dennis Rotary Club Scholarships Nora Bowie $1,500.00
Harwich-Dennis Rotary Club Scholarships Christopher Carey $1,500.00
Harwich-Dennis Rotary Club Scholarships Jaclyne Gillis $1,500.00
Harwich-Dennis Rotary Club Scholarships Lauren Gustafson $1,500.00
Harwich-Dennis Rotary Club Scholarships Anthony Iachetta $1,500.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Ethan Davis $1,000.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Emily Ford $1,000.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Kismet Goldstein $1,000.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Alina Gubanova $1,000.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Christopher Heintz $1,000.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Erick Latshaw $1,000.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Hannah Miller $1,000.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Gabriel Silva $1,000.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Peyton Sumner $1,000.00
Hazel W. Gifford, Trust u/will
Scholarship Riley Wood $1,000.00
Hilary Fitzgerald Memorial Scholarship Sydney Berkeley $500.00
Holly Young Athletic Award Sydney McCann
Holly Young Volleyball Scholarship Abigail Criser $1,000.00
Holy Cross Prize Book Award Lucy Reid
Honey Dew Donuts Scholarship Luana Matos $300.00
HOPE Scholarship Martene Jamiel $2,000.00
Howard Lodge A.F. & A.M. Scholarship Danae Rose-Azor $500.00
James Moruzzi Memorial Scholarships Jaclyne Gillis $1,000.00
James Moruzzi Memorial Scholarships Lauren Gustafson $1,000.00
Jean Hamilton Memorial Scholarship Abigail Criser $1,000.00
Jean Hamilton Memorial Scholarship Thomas Gruttadauria $1,500.00
Jean Hamilton Memorial Scholarship Maeve Terrio $1,000.00
Jean Hamilton Memorial Scholarship Hannah Williams $1,500.00
Joan Shostak Award Anna Bach $100.00
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Joan Shostak Scholarship - CC
Foundation Sydney Berkeley $1,000.00
John McBride Memorial Scholarship &
Plaque Eilish Dillon $500.00
John Owen Hart Scholarship Mitchell Pecoraro $250.00
Joseph W. Aldridge, Jr., Memorial
Scholarship William Terrio $500.00
Joshua S. Sears Memorial Scholarship Jasmine Stacy $400.00
Judges Award Glen Kuznetsov $100.00
Keith Witherall Adrianna Collins $500.00
Kenny McGilvray Memorial Scholarship Jonah Arsenault $1,500.00
Kenny McGilvray Memorial Scholarship Taylor Deluga $1,500.00
Kenny McGilvray Memorial Scholarship Dylan Routhier $1,500.00
Kenny McGilvray Memorial Scholarship Jared Stone $1,500.00
Knights of Columbus, St.Pius X Parish
Council 10346) Scholar/Athlete Award Sarah McGaffigan $200.00
Knights of Columbus, St.Pius X Parish
Council 10346) Scholar/Athlete Award Alexander Smith $200.00
Lion Marshall K. Lovelette Memorial
Scholarship Luana Matos $250.00
Louis B. Thacher Scholarship Brittany Forsythe $250.00
Marion A. Tiernan Memorial
Scholarship Nicholas Moreira $250.00
Martha White Memorial Scholarship Matthew Crosby $1,500.00
Martha White Memorial Scholarship Donald Hand $1,500.00
Mary E. McCarthy Memorial
Scholarship Luanna Goncalves $1,500.00
Mary E. McCarthy Memorial
Scholarship Samuel Kenny $1,500.00
Mattacheese Middle School Award Sawyer Adaimaitis $250.00
MIAA NFHS "Heart of the Arts" Award Sydney Berkeley
Michael Bean Memorial Scholarship Paul Kroyak $500.00
Mike Harper Leadership Scholars
Program Sarah McGaffigan $1,000.00
MIT Club of Cape Cod Abigail Downes
Monday Painters Glen Kuznetsov $500.00
Mount Holyoke College Book Award Mackenzie Caron
MSG Robert O. Murphy Warriorship Shelby Martins $300.00
NCECA National - Artistic Merit Award Jonathan Pecoraro
NCECA National - Bailey Pottery
Equipment Award Glen Kuznetsov $25.00
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NCECA National - Honorable Mention
Award Glen Kuznetsov
NCECA National - Mary Bowron
Scholarship Award Glen Kuznetsov $500.00
Nick Xiarhos "Does Most for Others" Nora Bowie $1,000.00
Nick Xiarhos "Does Most for Others" Thomas Gruttadauria $1,000.00
Notre Dame Book Award Elise Gustafson
P. E. Pals Daniella West $600.00
Patricia A. Ward Memorial Nauset
Nursing/Medical Scholarship Lilly Keith $1,500.00
PEO Scholarship Sarah McGaffigan $1,000.00
Peter Maxtone Graham Art Award Glen Kuznetsov $200.00
Principal's Leadership Award Dennis Liu $250.00
Printmakers of Cape Cod Marcia Howe
Memorial Sydney Berkeley $1,000.00
Priscilla Stanton Waters Memorial
Scholarship $1,000.00
Reardon Family Scholarship Sawyer Adamaitis $10,000.00
Reardon Family Scholarship Kelsey Fiske $10,000.00
Reardon Family Scholarship Julia Hehir $10,000.00
Reardon Family Scholarship Kevin Liu $10,000.00
Reardon Family Scholarship Bryanna Lynde $10,000.00
Reardon Family Scholarship Miranda Wu $10,000.00
Red Jacket Inns' Scholarship Tara Stocker $1,000.00
Red Wilson Scholarship Adane Atkinson $500.00
Red Wilson Scholarship Kaylia McIntosh $250.00
Red Wilson Scholarship Gypsy Whitehead $250.00
Richard "Dick" Barbo Memorial
Scholarship Brianna Davis $500.00
Richard "Dick" Barbo Memorial
Scholarship Sawyer MacDonald $500.00
Richard & Georgetta Waterhouse
Scholarship Alexander Smith $100.00
Richard Dorshimer Memorial Scholarship Jared Crosby $500.00
Richard Dorshimer Memorial Scholarship Kevin Ralston $500.00
Richard E. Howard Scholarship Glen Kuznetsov $500.00
Richard J. Terrio Scholarship Mitchell Hayes $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Paul E.
Sullivan, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Jacob McCarthy $1,500.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Paul E.
Sullivan, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Sarah McGaffigan $1,500.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Sydney Berkeley $1,000.00
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Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Nora Bowie $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Christopher Carey $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Jared Crosby $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Matthew Crosby $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Ann Froes $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Kismet Goldstein $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Ashley Gray $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Thomas Gruttadauria $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Jacob Ingram $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Martene Jamiel $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Paul Kroyak $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Dennis Liu $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Marlena Lynch $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Seyla O'Hearn $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Harsh Patel $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Joseph Tierney $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Zachary Trischitta $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Summer Walsh $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Andrew Weinert $1,000.00
Rotary Club of Yarmouth Scholarships Miranda Wu $1,000.00
Ruth B. Sears Anthony Iachetta $500.00
Ruth B. Sears Anna McGaffigan $500.00
Ruth B. Sears Sarah McGaffigan $500.00
Ryan M. Fiala Memorial Scholarship Mary Gastonguay $1,000.00
Saint Patrick's Day Colleen Scholarship Eilish Dillon $500.00
Saint Patrick's Day Colleen Scholarship Seyla O'Hearn $500.00
Salutatorian Award $250.00
Sam & Esther Freeman Hannel Naquines $2,000.00
Samuel Robbins Awards Christopher Bixby $50.00
Samuel Robbins Awards Gypsy Whitehead $50.00
Sandra L. Papahagis and Francis R.
D'Alessandro Scholarship Hannah Williams $1,000.00
School to Careers Award Lucas DiFrancesco $100.00
School to Careers Award Shelby Martins $250.00
Scott Brewster Austin Memorial Daisy Calle Huerta $100.00
Scott Nicholson Memorial Scholarship Sydney McCann $100.00
St. Michael’s College Book Award Amelia Tardif
St. Michael’s College Book Award Colin Dallacosta
St. Pius Tenth Parish Scholarships Samuel Capobianco $350.00
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St. Pius Tenth Parish Scholarships Eilish Dillon $750.00
St. Pius Tenth Parish Scholarships Joseph Tierney $350.00
Smith Book Award Sydney Burke
Station Ave. Elementary School Emily Ford $276.00
Station Ave. Elementary School Mitchell Hayes $276.00
Ted Jamison Music Scholarship Abigale Feinstein $500.00
Ted Jamison Music Scholarship Cameron Hennessey $500.00
Top Twenty Students: #01 - Alexander Smith
Top Twenty Students: #02 - Sara McGaffigan
Top Twenty Students: #03 - Matthew Crosby
Top Twenty Students: #04 - Jacob Ingram
Top Twenty Students: #05 - Harsh Patel
Top Twenty Students: #06 - Miranda Wu
Top Twenty Students: #07 - Alina Gubanova
Top Twenty Students: #08 - Lauren Gustafson
Top Twenty Students: #09 - Stephen Curran
Top Twenty Students: #10 - Kayla Bateman
Top Twenty Students: #11 - Marlena Lynch
Top Twenty Students: #12 - Ryan Crary
Top Twenty Students: #13- Sydney McCann
Top Twenty Students: #14 - Bryana Lynde
Top Twenty Students: #15 - Hannel Naquines
Top Twenty Students: #16 - Thomas Gruttadauria
Top Twenty Students: #17 - Sydney Berkeley
Top Twenty Students: #18 - Jack George
Top Twenty Students: #19 - Julia Hehir
Top Twenty Students: #20 - Samuel Capobianco
Town of Yarmouth Samuel Capobianco
Town of Yarmouth Jacob McCarthy
Town of Yarmouth Andrew Weinert
United Postmasters Association Brandon Dunn $1,000.00
Valedictorian Award $400.00
VFW Nora Bowie $1,500.00
Village Garden Club Scholarship William Egan $5,000.00
Walter "Skip"" Daley Award Samuel Kenny
Wayne E. Hesch Scholarship Jacob McCarthy $1,000.00
Wellesley Club of Cape Cod Victoria Liu
West Dennis Garden Club William Egan $1,000.00
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West Dennis Garden Club - Dorothy
Trapp Memorial Hannah Williams $1,000.00
William J. Donovan, Jr. "Always there for
others" Scholarship Kismet Goldstein $1,000.00
William J. Donovan, Jr. "Always there for
others" Scholarship Dennis Liu $1,000.00
Wixon Middle School Scholarship Dennis Liu $50.00
Y-D Red Sox Michael Diebolt
Scholarship Brandon Dunn $500.00
Y-D Red Sox Michael Diebolt
Scholarship Abigale Feinstein $500.00
Y-D Red Sox Michael Frick Memorial
Scholarship Leyla Archie $500.00
Y-D Red Sox Michael Frick Memorial
Scholarship Derek Thomas $500.00
Y-D Red Sox Sandi Hoyt Memorial
Scholarship Sarah McGaffigan $1,000.00
Y-D Soccer Club Anna Bach $750.00
Y-D Soccer Club Eilish Dillon $750.00
Yarmouth Art Guild Ethan Davis $100.00
Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce Andrew Weinert $1,000.00
Yarmouth Firefighters and Relief
Association Jonah Arsenault $500.00
Yarmouth Firefighters and Relief
Association Jacob Ingram $500.00
Yarmouth Firefighters and Relief
Association Lilly Keith $500.00
Yarmouth Firefighters and Relief
Association Sawyer MacDonald $500.00
Yarmouth Firefighters and Relief
Association Jasmine Stacy $500.00
Yarmouth High School Class of 1940 Ryan Crary $500.00
Yarmouth Police Relief Association
Family Scholarship Samuel Capobianco $1,000.00
Yarmouth Police Relief Association
Family Scholarship Cameron Hennessey $1,000.00
Yarmouth Police Relief Association
Thomas Robinson Memorial Brett Halloran $2,000.00
Yarmouth Port Christmas Stroll
Scholarship Jacquelin White $1,000.00
Yarmouth Restaurant Association Tristan Feufeu $1,000.00
Yarmouth Restaurant Association Kismet Goldstein $1,000.00
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Dennis-Yarmouth
Regional High School
Class of 2018
Commencement Exercises
Saturday, June 9, 2018
11:00 a.m.
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PROGRAM
Prelude
Processional*
“Pomp and Circumstance”
Presentation of Colors*
National Anthem*
Welcome
Commencement Message
Commencement Address
Recognition of Graduates
Class of 2018
Recessional*
“Pomp and Circumstance”
Dennis-Yarmouth Band
Police Departments of
Dennis and Yarmouth
Dennis-Yarmouth Band
G. Anthony Morrison
Principal
Jeni Landers
Joseph Tierney
Brian Carey
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee
Carol A. Woodbury
Superintendent
Sarah McGaffigan
Salutatorian
Alexander Smith
Valedictorian
Nora Grace Bowie
Senior Class President
Dennis-Yarmouth Band
*Please Stand
Following the program, parents and friends are invited to congratulate the graduates.
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Arsal Afzal
Tobiah Grace Agurkis*
Alicia Albee
Abigail Kelley Anderson*
Crystal Anderson
Isabela Avelar*
Kristina R. Baker
Mia E. Baroni
Braydon Michael Barrett
Christopher B. Basili
Melina Behnke
Joseph Bryant Belanger
Philip Bennison
Grace Hadley Bent*
Felicia Blackwell*
Izabelle Nascimento Brasil
Abigail Antonia Brown
Ryan Burke
Darian Cambra
Kyle Campbell
Eduardo Torres Cardoso
Lucas Carter*
Daniel Castelone
Kiley Marie Chapasko*
Isabel Chaves
Amy Clifford
Kacey L. Coelho
Brianna Paige Colon
Owen Bradley Colvin
Travis Coppinger
Juliana Costa-Bordun
Meghan Kristine Coyle*
Kirsten Crahan
Senga Rose Crossley
Olivia Ellen Crowell
Olivia Renee Dannewitz*
Deslyn Domain Dawkins
Niamh Delaney
Rafael deOliveira
Austin Digeloromo
Sierra Dawn Dobbs
Duranjay Dobson
Ryan Downs
Jada Marie Envy Edwards
Chelsea Lynne Ellis
Melony Ellis
Chloe Eressy
Natasha Sonia Eskie-Perry
James D. Eurton
William G. Eurton
Helen Evangelista
Robert Evans
Hans Fanfan
Samantha Karen Feinstein
Cory Fellows*
Bridget Foss*
Lindsea A. Gallagher
Patrick A. Garcia
Nathan Gillespie
Jasmine Nicole Gomes
Michael Gonzales-Hesse
Dillon Grant*
Alexa Mackenzie Greene*
Jillian Greiner
Savannah Leigh Griffin
Christopher Guanaquiza-Pastuisaca
Gabriela Guimaraes
Morgan Hamlyn
Jack Gregory Harney*
Lyria Haye
Cameron Hayes*
James M. Healy
Michael P. Healy
Michelle B. Healy*
Jacob Karl Heilmann
Odeliz Herrera-Perez
Jessica Holbrook*
Michael John Hollister
Fred Horrigan III
Elizabeth Arey Johnson
Timothy Johnson
Emmanuella Joseph
Rose B. Joseph
Michael Joseph Julian*
Hunter Ryle Kelaher
Brian Louis Kelley
Vangel Kote
Shawn Labonte
Talia Laurell
Danielle Rose Lavallee
Alexa Charlotte Lawrence
Tanique Lawrence
Devin Lee
Braedy Leidner
Cindy Li*
Ainhoa Lorenzo
Ore'Tavious Lovett
Marissa A. Lynch
Dia Mae Maddox
Madison Maranda
Marina Marceline
Kaleigh Ann Marks
Jessica Mathews*
Camden Mazzoni*
Patrick McDowell
Jasmine McFarlane
Jaylene Love McNamara
Jeffrey Drew McNamara
Moses Jacob McNamara
Treyvon Wilson Mendes
Gabriel M. Mendonca
Brandon Milward
Dariano E. Moore
Jaylin Brooke Moriarty*
Hannah Kristina Morse
Shayne Muise
Haley Mullen
Rachael Myette
Nolan Napolitano
Thien Nguyen*
Nathaneal Nicholson
Julia H. Nicoll*
Molly Ortiz*
Julia Marie Paini*
Harshkumar Patel
Keneth J. Patel*
Arryson Paul
Thomas Pecoraro
Jack R. Peterson
Joao Matheus Pinto
Zachary T. Poole
Dylan Reid
Mikaelah Kate Richardson
Alex Robles
Amelia Rene Rubin*
Samantha R. Scott
Kenneth Charles Shaffer
Isabella Mary Shaw*
Brianna Shirley
Madison Isabel Slingerland
Matthew Dylan Slovak
Elexxis E. Smith
Joleene B. Souza
Jayda Stanley
Mallorey Steadman
Burton T. Stevens
Thomas Sullivan
Peter Maxwell Sumner
Ciara Shanice Taylor
Alana Rose Tinti
Tristan Travers
Elizabeth Trinidad
Micheal Vanriel
Benjamin Volpe
Abigail Katherine Walsh
Victoria Ruth Wanko*
Mary Katherine Warner
Ryan Thomas Weil*
Tanner Weiss
Kiara Whatley
Tiara Whatley
Bryden John Williams*
Zachary Williams
Trevor Work*
*National Honor Society
CLASS MARSHALS
Jack George Martene Jamiel
ALTERNATES
Joseph Tierney Sarah McGaffigan
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AGRICULTURAL COMMISSION To serve as an advisory role to the Board of Selectmen and other committees
on issues relating to agriculture. To work with the Planning Board to develop
“right to farm” agricultural zoning bylaw while also working to create a
seasonal farmers market and developing a community garden. 5 members (3-
year staggered terms).
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Coordinates economic development activities in the Town. Defines and
becomes familiar with local resources that may aid the economic development
process. Works with existing businesses to facilitate expansion and
encourages retention. Monitors regulations that will impact the Town.
Monitors and reports on expenditures of economic development funds. 7
members (5 at-large; Director of Chamber of Commerce; 1 Planning Board
representative).
BARNSTABLE MUNICIPAL
AIRPORT REPRESENTATIVE
Yarmouth representative to the Barnstable Airport Commissioners.
Responsible for representing Yarmouth’s position on issues of concern,
especially noise, traffic, and safety issues that affect the Town and its
residents.
BOARD OF APPEALS
BOARD OF APPEALS -
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
Operates under Yarmouth Zoning Bylaw, as well as the Massachusetts General
Laws, Chapter 40A and Chapter 40B. The responsibilities of the Board of
Appeals are to hear and decide petition/appeals for special permits, variances
from the terms of the bylaw, and appeals from decisions of the Building
Inspector. M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 12 ATM 1946, Article F. 5 members
(5-year term) and Associate Members (1-year term). Associate members sit in
case of absence, conflict or vacancy. Vacancy: successor serves until the
qualification of his/her successor. Removal: For cause, upon written charges,
and after a public hearing.
BOARD OF ASSESSORS Reviews and inspects all real estate on a rotating basis. Appraisal of property
to achieve a fair and equitable assessment. Preparation and presentation of the
Annual Classification Report to the Board of Selectmen. Reviews, assesses,
and determines abatements. M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 24. ATM 1985. 3
members (3-year term).
CAPITAL BUDGET
COMMITTEE
Committee reviews all requests for capital items from Town departments and
makes recommendations to Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee, and
Town Meeting. ATM 1984, Article 40. 7 members (4-year term) consists of 1
Finance Committee member, 1 Planning Board member, and 5 at-large
members.
CEMETERY ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
Responsible for review and recommendation of the Cemetery rules and
regulations and ongoing policies governing the operation of the Town
cemeteries and shall make recommendations for amendments to the rules and
regulations to the Board of Selectmen.
COMMUNITY HOUSING
COMMITTEE
Responsible for the oversight and coordination of initiatives and projects that
will increase both the availability of, and the access of, affordable housing in
Yarmouth. 10 members and 3 Alternates (staggered 3-year term). A full
member shall be a representative from the Yarmouth Housing Authority and
an Alternate shall be a member of the Planning Board. Alternates shall have
the right to vote in the absence of a regular member and partake in all
discussions. Quorum: 5 members.
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COMMUNITY PRESERVATION
COMMITTEE
Committee studies the needs, possibilities, and resources of the Town
regarding community preservation. Recommendations made to Board of
Selectmen on projects to be funded by resources in the Community
Preservation Fund. ATM 2005, Article 10 (9 voting representative positions
(3-year term)).
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Coordinates economic development activities in the Town. Defines and
becomes familiar with local resources that may aid the economic development
process. Works with existing businesses to facilitate expansion and
encourages retention. Monitors regulations that will impact the Town.
Monitors and reports on expenditures of economic development funds. 7
members (5 at-large; Director of Chamber of Commerce; 1 Planning Board
representative).
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Regulatory review and issuance of permits, pursuant to the Massachusetts
Wetland Protection Act. M.G.L. 131, Section 40, and the Town of Yarmouth
Wetland Bylaw (M.G.L. Chapter 143). The Commission also manages over
1,600 acres of conservation land throughout the Town. M.G.L. Chapter 40,
Section 8C. ATM 1961, Article 87. 7 members - not less than 3, no more
than 7 (3-year staggered term). Removal: For cause, after a public hearing by
the authority.
COUNCIL ON AGING
The Council serves the elderly by sponsoring health-related education and
recreational programs beneficial to senior citizens. M.G.L. Chapter 40,
Section 8B. ATM 1968, Article 92. ATM 1983, Article 3. 9 members (3-
year term).
CULTURAL COUNCIL Meets summer through fall once a month and as needed depending upon the
volume of grants received. Local committee supported by monies from
Massachusetts Cultural Council to review and award grants for the furtherance
of cultural pursuits in and for the Town. May have ex-officio or advisory
members with no vote. May reappoint after 1-year absence. Members should
show scholarship or creativity in or distinguished service to the arts and
humanities. Vacancy: Successor serves for a 2-year term until the
qualification of the successor.
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD The Board shall work to promote and encourage the recognition, revitalization,
and replication of the distinctive and historical elements of Yarmouth which
give its unique character and identity. The Board shall prepare and submit
relevant comments for all projects reviewed through the Site Plan Review
process, which are located south of Route 6. BOS Vote 5/24/05. 3 members
(staggered 2-year terms). Voted 2/14/06 to increase membership to 5
members.
DRIVE-IN SITE UTILIZATION
COMMITTEE
Identify the most relevant policy goals to identify which policies are most
important to the Town. Identify potential uses which are most desirable and
likely to accomplish the policy goals of the Town, and evaluate existing site
constraints to better understand how physical/regulatory constraints will
impact the likelihood/ease of future development. 7 members, 3-year term.
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
Oversees and advises on the Town’s financial matters. The Committee works
throughout the year, although more concentrated work, typically involving a
two-per-week meeting schedule is required as the proposed budget for the
coming fiscal year is reviewed prior to the Annual Town Meeting. The
Committee reviews, in detail, all monetary proposals to be brought forward at
Town Meeting and provides recommendations on each article for the benefit
of the voters. M.G.L. Chapter 39, Section 16. ATM 1977, Article 5. 7-9
members (staggered 3-year term).
BOARD OF HEALTH
Concerned with all aspects of public health as they relate to daily living
standards and is active with such issues as environmental standards, pollution
control, land development, septic system standards, hazardous waste
mitigation, and public health programs and measures. M.G.L. Chapter 41,
Section 21. ATM 1980, Article 57. 4 members (3-year term).
HISTORICAL COMMISSION
Established for the preservation, protection, and development of the historical
and archeological assets of the Town. The Commission conducts research for
places of historic or archeological value and cooperates with the state
archeologists and seeks to coordinate the activities of unofficial bodies
organized for similar purposes, and may advertise, prepare, print, and
distribute books, maps, charts, plans, and pamphlets which it deems necessary
for its work. Makes recommendations for the preservation of historic sites or
objects to the Board of Selectmen. M.G.L. Chapter 40, Section 8D. ATM
1977, Article 22. 7 members (3-year term), alternate (1-year term). Removal:
for cause, after public hearing by the authority.
LIBRARY BOARD
Provides all residents of the Town with modern, comprehensive, and readily
accessible library and information services. Reports on library governance and
policy and planning issues on a regular basis to the Board of Selectmen. STM
August 1994. Selectmen Policy December 6, 1994. 7 members (3
overlapping terms). 3 at-large from other than existing library association
boards. Each library association shall have 2 members: 1 voting, and 1
alternate. The final and 4th alternate shall come from a majority vote of the
remaining 6 Yarmouth Library Board Members. A Yarmouth junior and
senior high school student shall have a non-voting membership.
OLD KING’S HIGHWAY
COMMITTEE
Administers the historic arts which pertain to building and/or alterations to
existing buildings in the Historic District, which extends from Route 6 to Cape
Cod Bay. Interprets the Act and coordinates the over-all operation of the
District. M.G.L. Chapter 470, Section. 7 elected, serving 4-year terms, except
for builder/architect and alternates, who are appointed alternates and
builder/architect serve 1-year terms. Builder/architect must have 5 years’
experience in the building trades.
PERSONNEL BOARD
Establishes policies, procedures, and personnel policy guidelines. Approves
classification for positions and recommends content and format for job
descriptions. M.G.L. Chapter 41, Section 1088. 5 members (3-year term).
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PLANNING BOARD/LOCAL
PLANNING COMMITTEE
Board acts as the Town’s local planning committee which reviews plans,
projects, subdivisions, and zoning bylaws. Also instrumental and active in
preparation of Yarmouth’s Local Comprehensive Plan and presentation of
bylaw recommendations at public hearings, Selectmen, and Town Meeting.
Careful study of resources, possibilities, and the needs of the Town with
respect to conditions injurious to public health, rental dwellings, development
of municipality with special reference to proper housing. M.G.L. Chapter 41,
Section 81A. ATM 1979, Article 58. 5 members serving 5-year staggered
terms. Annual report at Town Meeting. Vacancy: Unexpired term until next
annual election.
RECREATION COMMISSION
Plans and coordinates recreational activities for the Town. Works on the
development of the Town’s recreational acquisitions and recreational area.
M.G.L Chapter 45, Section 14. ATM 1979, Article 35. ATM April 1984,
Article 28. 7 members (staggered 3-year term). 3alternates (3-year term).
Vacancy: Until expiration of term.
RECYCLING & SOLID WASTE
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Committee is a state-mandated committee whose membership consists of
approximately five to seven members. Their charge is to study disposal and
recycling methods and costs and make recommendations to the Board of
Selectmen, public education, the SEMASS contract, and residential and
commercial recycling are major issues addressed by this Committee.
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Serves as the chief executive goal-setting and policy-making agency of the
Town, and as such, appoints an administrator to carry out day-to-day policies.
All executive powers of the Town are vested in the Board of Selectmen and it
has all the powers and duties given to boards of selectmen under the
Constitution and General Laws of Massachusetts and such additional powers
and duties as may be authorized by the charter, bylaws, or Town Meeting vote.
Also, the Board of Selectmen is the licensing board for the Town. 5 members
(elected at-large for 3-year overlapping terms).
WATERWAYS/SHELLFISH
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Reviews coastal projects, policies, rules, regulations, and ultimately provides
recommendations to the Department of Natural Resources and the Board of
Selectmen who consider all aspects of coastal resource management. ATM
April 2002, Article 23.
YARMOUTH
REPRESENTATIVE TO
BARNSTABLE COUNTY
ASSEMBLY OF DELEGATES
Elected representative to represent the Town’s interests in all matters
encompassing the regional aspects that Cape Cod faces.
YARMOUTH
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE
CAPE COD COMMISSION
Protection of the Town’s interest in preservation of the County’s unique
character, public health, safety, and general welfare, to maintain and enhance
sound local and regional economies, and to ensure economic development. 3-
year term, no temporary appointments. Removal: cannot remove member
prior to expiration of 3-year term and only if that member voluntarily resigns,
fails to meet residency or registered voter requirement.
YARMOUTH
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE
STEAMSHIP AUTHORITY
Protection of the Town’s interest on impact, revitalization, and waterway
issues. Attends monthly Commissioner’s meeting and reports concerns to the
Board of Selectmen.
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YARMOUTH SUBSTANCE
ABUSE COMMITTEE (Y-SAC)
A representative community coalition serving as a forum on awareness,
education and programs to address drug and alcohol use and abuse by
residents of all ages. Researches community needs, reviews evidenced-based
practices, and provides programs based on identified priorities. Executive
board of 14 members and 12 alternates meets monthly, is coordinated by the
Yarmouth Department of Health, and reports semi-annually to the Board of
Selectmen (1-year term).
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REFERENCE GUIDE
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TOWN OF YARMOUTH TELEPHONE NUMBERS
(TOWN HALL MAIN NUMBER: 508 398 2231)
EMERGENCIES 911
Police Department Fire Department
All Purposes 508 775 0445 All Purposes 508 398 2212
State Police 508 398 2323
SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
Administration Building 508 398 7600 D-Y Regional High 508 398 7630
Mattacheese Middle 508 778 7979 Station Avenue Elementary 508 760 5600
Marguerite E. Small 508 778 7975
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 508 778 1008 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE COUNCIL 508 771 0700
COUNTY:
Barnstable County Complex 508 362 2511
GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS
FEDERAL STATE
Senator Elizabeth Warren Senator Julian Cyr 617 722 1570
Boston 617 565 3170
Washington, D.C. 202 224 4543
Senator Edward Markey Representative Timothy Whelan 617 722 2090
Boston 617 565 8519
Washington, D.C. 202 224 2742
Congressman William Keating Representative William Crocker 617 722 2014
Hyannis 508 771 0666
Washington, D.C. 202 225 3111
LOCAL
Selectmen 508 398 2231 Ext. 1271 Town Administrator 508 398 2231 Ext. 1271
Town Departments/Divisions
Accounting 508 398 2231 Ext. 1299 DPW Office 508 398 2231 Ext. 1290
Appeals, Board of 508 398 2231 Ext. 1285 Disposal Area 508 760 4870
Assessors 508 398 2231 Ext. 1222 Dog Officer 508 394 4422
Cemetery 508 398 2231 Ext. 1513 Engineering 508 398 2231 Ext. 1250
Clerks 508 398 2231 Ext. 1216 Golf Courses
Collector/Treasurer 508 398 2231 Ext. 1233 Bass River 508 398 9079
Community Development 508 398 2231 Ext. 1275 Bayberry Hills 508 394 5597
Community Preservation 508 398 2231 Ext. 1277 Health, Board of 508 398 2231 Ext. 1241
Conservation 508 398 2231 Ext. 1283 Highway Division 508 398 2231 Ext. 1511
Inspection Division Natural Resources 508 398 2231 Ext. 1615
Building 508 398 2231 Ext. 1261 Old King’s Highway 508 398 2231 Ext. 1292
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Gas and Plumbing 508 398 2231 Ext. 1262 Park Division 508 775 7910
Inspector of Signs
508 398 2231
Ext. 1265
Planning Board
508 398 2231
Ext. 1276
Wiring 508 398 2231 Ext. 1263 Recreation 508 790 9133
Libraries (Flax Pond) 508 760 4815
South Yarmouth 508 760 4820 Senior Services 508 394 7606
West Yarmouth 508 775 5206 Technology Division 508 398 2231 Ext. 1297
Yarmouth Port 508 362 3717 Treasurer 508 398 2231 Ext. 1217
Licenses 508 398 2231 Ext. 1268 Water Division 508 771 7921
TOWN HALL FAX 508 398 2365
VETERANS SERVICES 888 778 8701 YARMOUTH HOUSING AUTHORITY 508 398 2920
CITIZEN INFORMATION SERVICE 800 392 6090
(This service offers answers to questions about State government and directs citizens to the proper State office for help)
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TOWN OF YARMOUTH TALENT BANK FORM
The Board of Selectmen would like your experience and expertise to serve on a Committee,
Board or Special Study Group. Please complete this form and file it with the Town
Administrator’s Office at Town Hall, 1146 Route 28, S. Yarmouth, MA 02664 if you are
interested or call 508-398-2231 ext. 1270.
Name Date
Address Precinct No.
Phone # Email
Residency: Full Time Part Time None/Business Owner
Indicate below the areas you are especially interested in:
Board of Appeals Energy Committee
Board of Assessors Finance/Capital/Investment*
Board of Health Golf Enterprise Committee
Cable Advisory Committee Historical/Old King’s Highway
Charter/Government Oversight Library Board
Community & Economic Development Comm. Open Space Committee
Community Housing Committee Personnel Board
Community Preservation Committee Planning Board
Conservation Commission Recycling & Waste Management
Council on Aging Recreation Commission
Cultural Council Scholarship Fund Committee
Design Review Committee Waterways/Shellfish Advisory
Disability Commission Other __________________________
Please complete the reverse side of this application with more detailed information about yourself.
* Not appointed by the Board of Selectmen
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VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
1. Work Experience/Occupation:
2. Educational Studies:
3. Community Service Record:
4. Personal History (Optional):
5. State briefly why you are interested in serving the Town in the area of government
indicated:
*Applicants may attach copies of personal resumes if desired and available.
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
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