WATERWAYS

TODAY is Vessel Storage Deadline

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The Harbormaster’s office reminds residents that no vessel shall be stored or placed on any Town property between November 15 and April 15 without written permission from the Harbormaster. Any vessel placed or remaining between those dates shall be considered abandoned property and will be removed by the Town. The Town of Barnstable shall not be responsible for damage to or theft neither of any vessel placed nor for loss of property considered abandoned under this Town’s regulation. Questions? Contact the Harbormaster at 508-790-6273.

 

Shellfishing Reopens Notice

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UPDATE: October 30, 2017 

EFFECTIVE: Opens at Sunrise Tuesday October 31, 2017

 

EFFECTIVE 0800 on October 26, 2017 the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries has issued a rainfall closure for the harvest of shellfish in the Town of Barnstable with the exception of Popponesset Bay.  The closure will be in effect until rescinded by the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries.

READ NOTICE HERE

 

For updates & additional information contact MEA Supervisor, Douglas Kailweit 508-790-6272
8:30a-4:15p, M-F or email MEA Director, Dan.Horn@town.barnstable.ma.us

 

 

 

Town to Hold Proposed Fee Change Hearing

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TOWN OF BARNSTABLE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

A public hearing on changes to various, permits and program fees that will take effect January 1, 2018 for FY 2018 within the Town of Barnstable will be held on November 7th, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the New Town Hall Hearing Room, 2nd Floor, 367 Main Street, Hyannis, MA.  Information is available on the Town website atwww.town.barnstable.ma.us or in the Town Managers Office from 8:30 a.m.  to 4:30 p.m., located at the Town Hall 2nd floor, 367 Main Street, Hyannis, MA.  Proposed Fee Changes HERE

Tropical Storm Jose WARNING

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Update: September 18, 2017

…TROPICAL STORM WARNING IN EFFECT..

* WIND
– LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind
– Peak Wind Forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 60 mph

* STORM SURGE
– LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Localized storm surge possible
– Peak Storm Surge Inundation: The potential for 1-3 feet
above ground somewhere within surge prone areas
– Window of concern: Begins early this afternoon

– POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited
– Localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore.
– Sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become
overspread with surge water. Driving conditions dangerous
in places where surge water covers the road.
– Moderate beach erosion. Heavy surf also breaching dunes, mainly in usually vulnerable locations. Strong rip currents.
– Minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks,
boardwalks, and piers. A few small craft broken away from
moorings.

* FLOODING RAIN
– LATEST LOCAL FORECAST:
– Peak Rainfall Amounts: 4-8 inches, with locally higher
amounts.

– POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited
– Localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations.
– Rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter
currents. Small streams, creeks, canals, arroyos, and
ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots.
– Flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in
usually vulnerable spots. A few places where rapid ponding
of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor
drainage areas. Several storm drains and retention ponds
become near-full and begin to overflow. Some brief road and bridge closures.

* FOR MORE INFORMATION:
– http://weather.gov/box

Attention Town of Barnstable Mooring Permit Holders!

Please be advised of a potential strong wind/rain event next week 9/18/17.HERE is the link to the storm precautions web page.  Please take all necessary precautions and if you have any questions contact the Harbormasters Office at 508-790-6273

 

Shellfishing Reopens

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UPDATE – 8/23/17 Shellfishing Open

Due to heavy rains, the Town of Barnstable is CLOSED TO ALL HARVEST OF SHELLFISH

For updates & additional information Contact Dan Horn Marine & Environmental Director dan.horn@town.barnstable.ma.us or call MEA Supervisor, Douglas Kalweit
P 508-790-6272
F 508-790-6275
8:30a-4:15p, M-F

 

 

 

2017 Open Space & Recreation Plan Update

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TODAY is the Deadline to Submit Your Survey

Please take a moment to fill out the 2017 Open Space and Recreation Plan Survey HERE. This short survey is meant to better understand the importance of parks, trails, conservation areas, recreation programs and other opportunities to the Barnstable community. The information gathered will help update the Town’s Open Space and Recreation Plan. In addition to the above survey, the Town invites you to participate in one or more of the upcoming discussion sessions, designed to engage key community members and local officials in a discussion of issues relevant to the plan. Your participation and input will allow for your thoughts, concerns and priorities to be incorporated into the updated plan.

The Town of Barnstable is updating its Open Space and Recreation Plan, last adopted in 2010. The plan (view HERE) allows the community to identify and evaluate goals, challenges, opportunities and priorities for open space protection, land management, and the provision of recreational opportunities. Planning for our Town’s “green infrastructure” of water, land, forests, wildlife habitat, parks, recreation areas, and trails is important to our economic future, community identity, and quality of life.

The plan is being developed to comply with guidance from the Massachusetts Division of Conservation Services and will be submitted to that agency for approval. An approved plan is necessary for the Town to qualify for certain land acquisition financial assistance provided by the Commonwealth. It is also an important opportunity to re-assess community needs and priorities for open space protection and the provision of recreational opportunities.

Session I: Land Management: The Functions of Open Space
DATE/TIME: July 6, 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Location: Selectmen’s Conference Room, Town Hall
Topics: Management issues and challenges, working landscapes, disposition/purchase of properties, protecting ground and surface waters, resource needs.

Session II: Recreation: Fields, Facilities, Trails, Parks and Programs
DATE/TIME: July 10, 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Location: Hyannis Youth & Community Center
Topics: Highlights since 2010, planned facilities and programs, programs and partnerships, outreach to improve access for all residents, use or maintenance issues, beaches and coastal access issues.

Session III: Resource Protection: Conserving, Preserving and Restoring Open Spaces
DATE/TIME: July 27, 3:30-5:30 PM
Location: Selectmen’s Conference Room, Town Hall
Topics: Highlights since 2010, priority acquisition goals, use of creative tools for land protection, habitat protection, connectivity, climate change and resiliency, improved access for all residents, stewardship issues, resource needs.

Please email Anna at Anna.Brigham@town.barnstable.ma.us to let us know which meetings you will be able to attend.

Shellfishing RE-OPENS at Sunrise Today

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 As of sunrise July 12, 2017 shellfish areas within the Town of Barnstable in accordance with Chapter 130, section 74A of the Massachusetts General Laws, MGL,  the Division of Marine Fisheries has determined that those areas closed due to rainfall on July 7, 2017, now meet the National Shellfish Sanitation Program guidelines for an “OPEN” status.     

Therefore under authority of MGL, Chapter 130, Section 74A, 75 and 322 CMR  7.01 (7) the below-defined areas will revert to their former status prior to the closure of July 7, 2017; effective at sunrise Wednesday, July 12, 2017. 

Those areas previously classified as APPROVED and  in the “OPEN “ status to shellfish harvesting are now open to the harvest of shellfish for direct  human consumption subject to local rules and regulations under authority of MGL Chapter 130, section 52. Similarly, those areas classified as CONDITIONALLY APPROVED are open subject to the classification conditions. Areas classified as RESTRICTED, CONDITIONALLY RESTRICTED and PROHIBITED remain closed to the harvest of shellfish for direct human consumption.

 

Shellfishing Closed

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The Town of Barnstable is CLOSED TO ALL HARVEST OF SHELLFISH until further notice per order of the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries.

Growers,
Please be advised that due to extreme rainfall, the Division of Marine Fisheries has issued an emergency closure for all conditionally approved and approved shellfish growing areas East of the Cape Cod Canal in the Towns of Sandwich, Bourne, Falmouth, Mashpee and Barnstable, and Lewis Bay in Yarmouth. The closure will remain in effect until further notice. For updates & additional information Contact  Dan Horn Marine & Environmental Director dan.horn@town.barnstable.ma.us or call MEA Supervisor, Douglas Kalweit
P 508-790-6272
F 508-790-6275
8:30a-4:15p, M-F

 

 

 

Cotuit Weather & Tides

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Cotuit Weather Forecast HERE

Cotuit Weather Radar HERE

 

Cotuit Tides HERE

 

 

View Cotuit Town Dock Webcam HERE

If you notice a camera appears to not be working please let the Town know at: moorings@town.barnstable.ma.us

If you observe suspicious activity please contact the Barnstable Police Department 24/7 (508-775-0387) or the Harbormaster’s Office, Monday – Friday (508-790-6273).

Clamming Classes for Kids

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Barnstable’s Natural Resources Program will offer three FREE shellfishing classes for young people: SATURDAY JUNE 24th @ 7:00am, Bridge St. Landing, Osterville SUNDAY JUNE 25th @ 7:00am, Bridge St. Landing, Osterville WEDNESDAY JUNE 28st @ 9:30am, Bridge St. Landing, Osterville

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For more information, call Natural Resources during office hours Monday – Friday from 8:30am to 4:15pm at 508-790-6272 or direct your questions via email to amy.croteau@town.barnstable.ma.us

2017 PARKING PERMITS/BEACH STICKERS

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2017 TOWN OF BARNSTABLE

PARKING PERMITS/BEACH STICKERS

Resident parking permits are required January 1st through December 31st.

Complete and mail your permit application with all of the required documentation to 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601.  

If you do not wish to participate in the mail-in application process 2017 Parking Permits/Beach stickers will be on sale in person beginning Monday, May 1, 2017 at the Hyannis Youth and Community Center, 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis, MA. 508-790-6345
Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday ~ 9-4 Sundays & Holidays ~ 9-12

Types of permits and fees:

Resident: $40 offered to year-round residents and/or taxpayers. This permit allows entry to all beaches. Valid vehicle registration and taxpayer status is required to purchase this permit. Resident parking permits are required annually beginning January 1st through December 31st.

Landlord: $300 offered to taxpayers who rent their property during the summer season. This permit allows entry to all beaches. Taxpayer status is required to purchase this permit.

Seasonal: $250 offered to summer residents. This permit allows entry to public beaches only. A list of all public beaches is available upon purchase of this permit.

Weekly: $70 per week (seven consecutive days). This permit allows entry into public beaches only. A list of all public beaches is available upon purchase of this permit.

Parking Permits (Beach Stickers) applications will be emailed to all those who provided an e-mail address last year. This is a convenient way for residents to obtain their permits.

Upcoming Precinct 7 & Town Council Meetings JULY

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Precinct 7 Monthly Meeting – Wednesday July 13, 3-5pm, Cotuit Library

Town Council Committee to Assess Homelessness – Thursday July 14, 5:30pm, Town Hall

Town Council Appointments Committee – Tuesday July 19, 5:30pm, Town Hall

Water Resources Advisory Committee – Wednesday July 20, 5:30pm, Town Hall

Town Council Meeting – Thursday July 21, 7pm, Town Hall

Town Council Charter Review Committee – TBD

Town Council Committee to Analyze Effects of Illegal Substances – TBD

Town Council Roads Committee – TBD

Upcoming Precinct 7 & Town Meetings April

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Town Manager Screening Committee – Friday April 1, 2pm, Osterville Public Library

Town Council Committee to Assess Homelessness – Tuesday April 5, 5:30pm, Town Hall

Town Manager Evaluation Committee – Thursday April 7, 5pm, Town Hall

Town Council Meeting – Thursday April 7,  7pm, Town Hall

Precinct 7 Monthly Meeting – Wednesday April 13, 3-5pm, Cotuit Library

Water Resources Advisory Committee – Wednesday April 20, 5:30pm, Town Hall

Town Council Committee to Assess Homelessness – Wednesday April 20, 6pm Barnstable Police Station

Town Council Charter Review Committee – Thursday April 21, 5:30pm, Town Hall

Town Manager Screening Committee -Thursday April 21, 6pm, Town Hall

Town Council Meeting – Thursday April 21, 7pm, Town Hall

Town Council Roads Committee – Monday April 25, 5:30pm, Town Hall

Town Council Committee to Analyze Effects of Illegal Substances – Tuesday April 26, 5:30pm, Town Hall

Town Council Committee to Assess Homelessness – Thursday April 28, 5pm, Town Hall