Yarmouth Select Board Approves Wastewater Project Contract Amid Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Yarmouth Select Board approved a contract for a wastewater project, engaged in discussions on local bylaws and community development, and addressed various appointments. The board emphasized effective communication with residents affected by construction and engaged in thorough deliberations on local policy changes.

Fireworks Debris Plan Sparks Debate at Yarmouth Conservation Meeting

Overview: The Yarmouth Conservation Commission meeting highlighted several environmental concerns, most notably the debate over the pollution control plan for the Yarmouth Seaside Festival’s fireworks display.

Yarmouth Planning Board Discusses Boat Storage Regulations and Comprehensive Plan Amid Sewer Project Delays

Overview: The Yarmouth Planning Board meeting on August 6, 2025, addressed topics such as proposed changes to boat storage regulations, the town’s participation in the Complete Streets program, and updates on the Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP). The board also discussed delays in the sewer project, impacting local development plans.

Dennis-Yarmouth School Committee Deliberates on Parking Policy and New Core Values

Overview: The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee’s recent meeting focused on a proposed overhaul of the high school parking policy intended for the 2025-2026 academic year. This initiative seeks to address safety and organizational concerns within the current student parking system, alongside discussions on new core values aimed at aligning the district’s educational and community goals.

Yarmouth Residents Voice Concerns Over Proposed Farm Impact on Mil Pond

Overview: During the August 4, 2025 Yarmouth Board of Health meeting, a portion of the discussion centered around a proposed farm development at 88 and Mil Lane and its potential environmental impact on Mil Pond. Residents expressed concerns about the farm’s implications for local water quality, as well as broader environmental and public health issues. The proposal has been a focal point for community members, with numerous residents voicing apprehensions about possible contamination and the farm’s scale.