Yarmouth Select Board Approves Historical Signage and Discusses Key Infrastructure Projects

Overview: The Yarmouth Select Board meeting addressed several topics, including the approval of funding for historical signage, and discussions on infrastructure improvements in the village area, particularly along Route 6A. The board also navigated public concerns regarding safety, election logistics, and zoning bylaw amendments, emphasizing ongoing community engagement in these matters.

Yarmouth Zoning Board Denies Lobster Business Variance, Approves Home Addition and Pool Plans

Overview: The Yarmouth Zoning Board meeting on October 24, 2024, addressed several significant zoning petitions, including the denial of a variance for a long-standing home-based lobster business, approval of a home addition, and a green light for a new in-ground pool. The board also discussed various petitions related to residential and commercial zoning compliance.

Yarmouth Select Board Faces School Safety Concerns Amid Budget Cuts

Overview: In a meeting filled with topics, the Yarmouth Select Board focused on issues surrounding school safety and resource allocation. Concerns about the funding and staffing of School Resource Officers (SROs) at local schools were at the forefront, as community members and officials expressed the need for immediate action to ensure student safety amid budget constraints.

Yarmouth Board of Health Navigates New Housing Regulations and Home Burial Frameworks

Overview: The Yarmouth Board of Health meeting on October 21, 2024, primarily focused on updates regarding housing rental regulations and the exploration of home burial policies. The board discussed the implications of new building code requirements for short-term rentals, the lifting of a condemnation order on a local property, and the development of a framework for home and green burials.

Dennis-Yarmouth School Committee Debates MCAS Graduation Requirement Amidst Safety Protocol Updates

Overview: At the recent Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee meeting, discussions revolved around the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) as a graduation requirement, school safety protocols, and financial updates. The committee explored various aspects of these issues, highlighting ongoing efforts to enhance both educational and operational facets of the district.