Cotuit Library – 871 Main Street
Families
Be Heard on Housing
Town of Barnstable Community Forum
Housing Production Plan Progress Update
The Town of Barnstable is currently in the process of updating our Housing Production Plan (HPP). An HPP is a community’s proactive strategy to meet their housing needs. This plan will consider best practices for promoting diverse housing options that align with the community’s vision and goals. The Town is working with our consultants at JM Goldson to offer multiple opportunities for Barnstable community members to get involved and help shape the plan. The project team hosted focus groups and interviews this summer, have just launched a community survey (click here to take the survey), and are hosting our first Public Forum on Wednesday, September 21st at 6:00 PM. This forum will be hosted in person at the Barnstable Adult Community Center, 825 Falmouth Road, Hyannis as well as available virtually through a Zoom webinar. This event is free and open to the public, though registration for the virtual option is required. Register HERE
You can learn more about the Housing Production Plan update effort at the Housing and Community Development website: https://www.townofbarnstable.us/Departments/CommunityDevelopment/
For more information Contact: Ryan Bennett, Housing Coordinator Town of Barnstable Planning and Development Department 508-862-4683 ryan.bennett@town.barnstable.ma.us
WE REMEMBER 9.11.2001
Events commemorating the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 attacks
Sunday, Sept. 11
HYANNIS — The Hyannis Fire Department will hold a short 9/11 ceremony at 9:45 a.m. at the Hyannis Firefighters Memorial adjacent to the station at 95 High School Road Ext.
COTUIT — The Cotuit Fire Department will hold a 9/11 remembrance ceremony and moment of silence Sunday, September 11th, 2022 at 08:50 in front of the Cotuit Fire Station located at 64 High St. Cotuit, MA.
BARNSTABLE – Barnstable Fire Department and St. Mary’s Episcopal Church event will begin with a traditional ceremony at 9 a.m. at the Barnstable Fire Department, where state Rep. Timothy Whelan, R-Brewster, will speak and soloist Marc Howard will perform. A bagpipe procession, led by Dave Knauer, will begin at 9:35 a.m. with the Barnstable Police Honor Guard. It will proceed up Main Street to St. Mary’s Church. Everyone will be welcomed into the church at 10 a.m. for the morning prayer and a day of remembrance. Author Thomas Flynn, who published a book, “Bikeman,” about his own experiences on 9/11, will speak.
CENTERVILLE (COMM) – The Centerville Osterville Marstons Mills Fire Department will hold a remembrance ceremony at the Centerville Station on RT 28 at 9:45 AM on Sunday.
Monday, Sept. 12
WEST BARNSTABLE — The West Barnstable Fire Department and Cape Cod Community College are collaborating with this year’s 9/11 ceremony. It will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 12, at 2240 Iyannough Road.
eNews September 9, 2022
Town Mooring Waitlists Lottery Drawing!
The Town of Barnstable Harbormaster’s Office announces that a lottery drawing will be held for some of the currently closed mooring waitlists. This opportunity will allow individuals, if chosen, to add their name to a mooring field waitlist that is currently closed. Individuals will be able to go online through a link provided on the Town’s Website and purchase a ticket for their chance to be added to the waitlist they select.
The three mooring fields chosen for this Lottery are: Cotuit Town Dock/Ropes – 160 names will be drawn, Cotuit Oyster Company/Cordwood – 100 names and Prince Cove – 100 names . Moorings are highly coveted in the Town of Barnstable and this opportunity will allow 360 lucky winners the chance to be added to the waitlist of their choice
The lottery will open September 15th at 1:00pm and close October 1, 2022 at midnight. The winners will be chosen at random on October 5, 2022 at 1:00pm.
Disclaimer:
An individual can only purchase one lottery ticket per mooring field; multiple entries will automatically be removed by the Harbormaster’s Office. Winners will be chosen completely at random through an online computer system. The Town of Barnstable will not facilitate in anyway the individuals who are selected.
For more information please contact the Harbormaster’s Office at 508-790-6273.
Learn More HERE
Influenza Vaccination and Covid Booster Clinics
Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment to Host Three Public Vaccine Clinics in September and October
Clinics will provide an opportunity to get the recently approved COVID-19 bivalent booster, and/or the influenza vaccine for the 2022/2023 flu season
September 8, 2022 (Barnstable, MA) – Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment’s Public Health Nursing Division will be offering three public vaccine clinics for administration of both the COVID-19 bivalent booster (or “updated booster”) and/or the 2022/2023 influenza vaccine. The clinics will be held at the Harborview Conference Room at 3195 Main Street in Barnstable Village at the following dates and times:
September 21, 2022, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
September 30, 2022, 9:00 AM to 12: 00 PM
October 5, 2022, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Accommodations will be provided for those with impaired mobility.
Participants must be 18 years of age or older and can pre-register for a Pfizer or Moderna bivalent booster and/or influenza vaccine at the following link:
https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/barnstable?calendar=53d670fc-9ea3-4720-8b22-15be78562f8d. Anyone who requires telephone assistance to register for these clinics may call the COVID-19 Helpline at (774) 330-3001.
We are unable to accept walk-ins and will not administer vaccine to anyone who does not have an appointment. Participants should arrive no more than 10 minutes prior to their scheduled time to prevent lines and long wait times.
Homebound individuals who would like to receive an updated COVID-19 booster can call the Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) at (508) 957-7737 to schedule a visit.
Like the flu vaccine, the updated COVID-19 boosters are bivalent, meaning they protect against two different viruses or two strains of the same virus. In this case, the boosters target the original COVID-19 strain and the newer omicron variant. Reported side effects are the same as the original vaccine. It is safe and effective to receive the updated booster and the flu vaccine simultaneously, or patients may choose to receive them on separate dates.
It is important to note that the original monovalent Pfizer and Moderna mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are no longer authorized for use as boosters in people ages 12 years and older. The FDA made this decision because the updated booster is designed to offer more protection from the circulating omicron variant.
For vaccination and booster schedules by vaccine manufacturer, visit CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines.html. For information on vaccination and booster shots in Barnstable County visit Vaccine Information – Barnstable County (capecod.gov). You may also find and schedule vaccination appointments at local pharmacies and community health clinics through https://vaxfinder.mass.gov.
ABOUT BARNSTABLE COUNTY DERPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
Established under a Special Act of the Legislature in 1926, the Barnstable County Department of Health & Environment (BCDHE) provides regional public health and environmental health services throughout the 15 towns comprising Barnstable County. The Department manages several environmental, public health, and homeland security grants funded through state and federal resources. The Department’s primary mission is to protect public health and the environment and promote the physical and mental health and well-being of Barnstable County residents.
ABOUT BARNSTABLE COUNTY REGIONAL GOVERNMENT OF CAPE COD: Barnstable County provides exemplary government functions and services to keep our community healthy and safe, promote sustainable growth, and offer a proactive, open government that enhances the quality of life for the citizens of Barnstable County. Learn more at https://www.capecod.gov/
MEDIA CONTACT: Bethany Traverse, Health Communications Coordinator, bethany.traverse@barnstablecounty.org
eNews September 2, 2022
September 1, 2022 Town Council Meeting Tonight
eNews August 26, 2022
Hazardous Pick Up Day Saturday!
Saturday August 27, 2022
9-12 Barnstable Transfer Station
45 Flint St., Marstons Mills
More Info HERE
eNews August 19, 2022
Loop Beach Re-Opens
Attention Swimmers
Cotuit Loop Beach
Thursday August 18, 2022
8:30 AM
Public Beach Re-Opens
- Loop Beach is re-opened to swimming. After its August 10th closure due to elevated Enterococci bacterial counts, beach re-samples were collected on a daily basis. Laboratory analyses revealed yesterday’s sample brought the geomean to acceptable bacteria counts for swimming in compliance with 105 CMR 445.000, Minimum Standards for Bathing Beaches.
August 16, 2022 – Loop Beach continues to remain closed for swimming due to elevated Enterococci bacteria counts. Due to this exceedance, this beach does not meet 105 CMR 445.00, Minimum Standards for Bathing Beaches, and is required to be closed to swimming. Re-samples were taken today and the results will be available late tomorrow afternoon.
Beach Water Quality Updates August 15, 2022 Loop Beach continues to remain closed for swimming due to elevated Enterococci bacteria counts. Due to recurring bacterial count exceedances, this beach does not meet 105 CMR 445.00, Minimum Standards for Bathing Beaches, and is required to remain closed to swimming. Re-samples are being taken today however due to the geomean exceedance levels results observed during the past multiple days, please be advised that this beach may be required to remain closed for several more days.August 12, 2022 –
Loop Beach continues to remain closed for swimming due to elevated Enterococci bacteria counts. Due to this exceedance, this beach does not meet 105 CMR 445.00, Minimum Standards for Bathing Beaches, and is required to be closed to swimming.
Re-samples are being conducted, however due to the exceedance levels, the beach will remain closed for a minimum of this weekend.
David W. Stanton, RS
Chief Health Inspector
August 10, 2022 – 3pm Loop Beach is closed for swimming due to elevated Enterococci bacteria counts. Due to this exceedance, this beach does not meet 105 CMR 445.00, Minimum Standards for Bathing Beaches, and is required to be closed to swimming.
Re-samples were collected yesterday and the results of the re-samples will be available late this afternoon.
David W. Stanton, RS
Chief Health Inspector
ATTENTION VOTERS
Notification of Precinct Changes for Upcoming Election
Due to the redistricting based on the 2020 Federal Census, the Town has had to make precinct boundary changes to comply with redistricting laws. Some voters in the Town of Barnstable may have been moved to a different precinct. To verify addresses for voting please go HERE
The last day to register to vote for the September 6, 2022 State Primary Election and the Barnstable Special Elections in precinct 3 and precinct 5 is Saturday September 27, 2022. Any person who is currently registered to vote does not have to re-register.
Only individuals who have moved into town, or within the Town of Barnstable, or have changed their address, mailing address or name, need to contact the Town Clerk’s office by August 27th.
The Town Clerk’s office, according to Town Clerk, Ann Quirk, will be open on August 27th until 5p.m. only for voter registration issues.
If you have any questions on the elections or your registration, please contact the Clerk’s office at 508-862-4044
Town of Barnstable Town Clerk Election Updates
(For Immediate Release – August 15, 2022) Due to the redistricting based on the 2020 Federal Censusthe Town has had to make precinct boundary changes to comply with redistricting laws. Some voters in the Town of Barnstable may have been moved to a different Precinct. To verify addresses for voting please go to the following link:
http://www.wheredoivotema.com/bal/myelectioninfo.aspx
The last day to register to vote for the September 6, 2022 State Primary Election and the Barnstable Special Elections in precinct 3 and precinct 5 is Saturday, August 27, 2022. Any person who is currently registered to vote does not have to re-register.
Only individuals who have moved into town, or within the Town of Barnstable, or have changed their address, mailing address or name, need to contact the Town Clerk’s office by August 27th.
The Town Clerk’s office, according to Town Clerk, Ann Quirk, will be open on August 27th until 5 p.m. only for voter registration issues.
Please note due to a Special Election in Precincts 3 and 5, there will be a separate ballot for those Precincts.
Sample Ballots can be viewed here:
Precincts 1-9 13 Republican Ballot
Precincts 1-9, 13 Democratic ballot
Precincts 10-12 Republican Ballot
Precincts 10-12 Democratic ballot
If you have any questions on the elections or your registration, please contact the Clerk’s office at 508-862-4044.
Please see additional information on next pages.
DEADLINES AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ELECTIONS 2022
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Notification of Precinct Changes:
Due to the redistricting based on the 2020 Federal Census the Town has had to make precinct boundary changes to comply with redistricting laws. Some voters in the Town of Barnstable may have been moved to a different Precinct. To verify addresses for voting please go to the following link: http://www.wheredoivotema.com/bal/myelectioninfo.aspx
Precincts can be found here:https://www.townofbarnstable.us/Departments/TownClerk/Office_Information/Precincts.pdf
A Reminder: Due to a Special Election in Precincts 3 and 5, there will be a separate ballot for those Precincts.
Barnstable Town Clerk
367 Main Street
Hyannis, MA 02601
508-862-4044
eNews August 12, 2022
Monthly Meeting Today!
eNews August 5, 2022
Loop Beach Notice
Attention Swimmers
Cotuit Loop Beach
Per Town of Barnstable Director of Recreation, DPW rakes the beach to the high tide mark once a week. The rake will scoop up trash and seaweed to the high tide mark. Anything below that mark gets left behind for mother nature to take care of. Staff picks up trash on the beach every morning but doesn’t have the capability of doing the seaweed.
The last day of lifeguards at Loop Beach will be August 6th. On August 7th, there will still be a Gate Attendant to check stickers and open the bathroom. Loop will be staffed in that capacity for as long as they can.
eNews July 29, 2022
eNews July 22, 2022
July 21, 2022 Town Council Meeting Tonight
eNews July 15, 2022
ATTENTION VOTERS
Notification of Precinct Changes for Upcoming Election
Due to the redistricting based on the 2020 Federal Census, the Town has had to make precinct boundary changes to comply with redistricting laws. Some voters in the Town of Barnstable may have been moved to a different precinct. To verify addresses for voting please go HERE
The last day to register to vote for the September 6, 2022 State Primary Election and the Barnstable Special Elections in precinct 3 and precinct 5 is Saturday September 27, 2022. Any person who is currently registered to vote does not have to re-register.
Only individuals who have moved into town, or within the Town of Barnstable, or have changed their address, mailing address or name, need to contact the Town Clerk’s office by August 27th.
The Town Clerk’s office, according to Town Clerk, Ann Quirk, will be open on August 27th until 5p.m. only for voter registration issues.
If you have any questions on the elections or your registration, please contact the Clerk’s office at 508-862-4044
Monthly Meeting Today!
Cotuit Library – 871 Main Street
eNews July 8, 2022
2022 Cotuit Firecracker 5k
Register HERE
Benefits: Barnstable Land Trust, Cotuit Athletic Association, Cotuit Santuit Civic Association
Where: 10 Lowell Avenue, Lowell Park, Cotuit, MA 02635
Start Time: 5:30pm
Price: $40.00 Race Fee + $3.32 SignUp Fee
Registration: Registration ends July 3, 2022 at 11:59pm EDT
Registration: Registration ends July 3, 2022 at 11:59pm EDT
eNews July 1, 2022
Fireworks Sunday Night
Fireworks July 3, 2022, 9pm Cotuit Inner Harbor
hosted by the Oyster Harbors Club
eNews June 24, 2022
Hazardous Pick Up Day Saturday!
Happy Father’s Day
eNews June 17, 2022
June 16, 2022 Town Council Meeting Tonight
eNews June 10, 2022
Monthly Meeting Cancelled!
Cotuit Library – 871 Main Street
See you in July!
eNews June 3, 2022
MassDEP Regulatory Changes to Title V Systems to Reduce Nitrogen to Protect Critical Estuaries
Update: June 1, 2022
View MassDEP letter to all Cape Cod Towns HERE
View MassDEP Regulartory Strategy for Estuaries Impaired by Nitrogen Factsheet HERE
Update: June 25, 2019
Proposed Board of Health Policy Change to Lift the Protection of Salt Water Estuaries
Board of Health voted 2-1 not to rescind the Interim Regulation Policy that helps protect our estuaries! Thank you to all the citizens who have faithfully attended every meeting, written letters and spoken at public comment. Your collective efforts were instrumental in swaying the BOH’s vote!
UPDATE: June 21, 2019
Board of Health meeting Tuesday June 25, 2019, 3pm, Town Hall.
View Agenda HERE
The Public Hearing remains open for you to voice your concerns on this proposal to rescind this important protection of our estuaries.
If you cannot attend submit comments to Board of Health HERE
UPDATE: January 22, 2019
At the January 22, 2019 Board of Health Meeting the public hearing was held open and the item continued to Board of Health meeting on June 25, 2019, 3pm, Barnstable Town Hall
UPDATE: November 27, 2018
At the November 27, 2018 Board of Health Meeting the public hearing was held open and the item continued to the meeting on January 22, 2019, 3pm, Barnstable Town Hall
Public Meeting Barnstable Town Hall
Tuesday November 27, 3pm
Agenda Item II-B
View Board of Health Agenda HERE
Submit Comments to Board of Health HERE
Flyer provided by Barnstable Clean Water Coalition
June 2, 2022 Town Council Meeting Tonight 6pm
MEMORIAL DAY 2022
Today is the day we formally express our thanks, with gratitude and in remembrance, of the men and women having selflessly given their lives, honoring us, and the freedoms won. If we fail to remember and honor these brave men and women, we’re likely to forget their great sacrifices; let us not forget.
eNews May 27, 2022
2022 Cotuit Fire District Annual Election Today District Meeting Tomorrow 7:30pm
View annual Election Notice and Meeting Warrant HERE Vote today! Cotuit Fire District Annual Elections 4pm-8pm May 24, 2022 Freedom Hall, 976 Main St.
District Meeting May 25, 2022 7:30pm, Freedom Hall
Barnstable Precinct 7 
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