Yarmouth Conservation Commission Tackles Road Elevation Violations and Coastal Erosion Solutions

Overview: The Yarmouth Conservation Commission’s recent meeting on September 19, 2024, focused on critical environmental concerns, including violations related to road elevation changes and comprehensive strategies for coastal erosion control. Key discussions centered on the Great Island Homeowners Association’s ongoing resilience projects and the impact of unpermitted roadwork on local flooding.

Yarmouth Planning Board Prepares for Community Open House to Revitalize Comprehensive Plan

Overview: The Yarmouth Planning Board’s recent meeting on September 18, 2024, focused on preparations for the upcoming community open house, aimed at reinvigorating the Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP) after a two-year hiatus. Key topics included event logistics, outreach efforts, and the importance of community engagement.

Yarmouth Select Board Faces Challenges with Wastewater Management, School Project, and Community Engagement

Overview: In a recent Yarmouth Select Board meeting, discussions included the issues of wastewater management, the Margaret E. Small School project, and community engagement through volunteer recruitment. The board, along with various stakeholders, delved into these topics, addressing concerns and outlining future steps to ensure the town’s development and efficient resource management.

Yarmouth Board of Health Reviews Unique Green Burial Request Amid Discussions on Public Health and Environmental Practices

Overview: The Yarmouth Board of Health meeting on September 16, 2024, focused on several issues, including a unique request for a green burial, ongoing public health concerns regarding West Nile Virus, and strategies for environmentally friendly practices.

Yarmouth Zoning Board Approves Fiber Optic Installation, Debates Accessory Apartment Permit

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Yarmouth Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for the installation of fiber optic communication equipment by CRC Communications LLC, operating as Goet Speed, on Route 28 South Yarmouth. The board also deliberated on a contentious petition for a special permit related to an accessory apartment on Hond Road, ultimately allowing the applicant to withdraw the request without prejudice.