Residents of the Cotuit Fire District will notice on the first line of the tax summary of your tax bill it reads “COTRES” meaning Cotuit Residents. This assessment is collected by the Cotuit Fire District to maintain the public water system, provide emergency ambulance and fire services, maintain & manage Freedom Hall and provide streetlights throughout the District.

Meetings of the Fire & Water Commissioners and the Prudential Committee are held at Freedom Hall. To view the Agendas see below or go to the Town of Barnstable’s front page under Official Agendas http://www.townofbarnstable.us. All meetings must be posted with at least 48 hours notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays.

The Annual Election for Fire & Water Commissioners and the Prudential Committee takes place on the fourth Tuesday in May, 4-8pm at Freedom Hall. The Annual District Meeting is held the next day, Wednesday in May, 7:30pm at Freedom Hall. Eligible voters are encouraged to attend to determine how the Cotuit Fire District tax revenues are spent.

As a service to residents of the Cotuit Fire District below are links to all meetings to keep you up to date and informed.

Fire Commissioners – Agendas & Minutes

Water Commissioners – Agendas & Minutes

Prudential, ByLaws & Policy Advisory Committees – Agendas & Minutes