The Barnstable Bulletin A MONTHLY

TOWN OF BARNSTABLE NEWSLETTER DECEMBER 2017

INSIDE THIS MONTH’S ISSUE

News from AmeriCorps Town Clerk Observations Town Collector Updates Superintendent’s Corner Library Information Capital Budget Update - Hyannis Golf

Turf Equipment ArtsBarnstable Holiday Events WBFD Annual Santa Pancake Breakfast Harbormaster Updates - Renewals Barnstable Golf - Gift Cards Available! Recreation/HYCC Holiday Happenings Senior Center Programs Meeting Calendar Openings on Boards, Committees,

Commissions MORE!

MISSION STATEMENT OF THE TOWN OF BARNSTABLEMISSION STATEMENT OF THE TOWN OF BARNSTABLEMISSION STATEMENT OF THE TOWN OF BARNSTABLE To protect the Town of Barnstable’s quality of life and unique character, engage our citizens, and enact To protect the Town of Barnstable’s quality of life and unique character, engage our citizens, and enact To protect the Town of Barnstable’s quality of life and unique character, engage our citizens, and enact

policies that respond to and anticipate the needs of our community.policies that respond to and anticipate the needs of our community.policies that respond to and anticipate the needs of our community.

From the Town Manager Dear Reader:

This November’s weather has been unseasonably warm, but winter will soon be here in full force and our dedicated staff of employees is ready to face whatever Mother Nature has in store for us.

Budget preparations continue during this holiday season. The Comprehensive Financial Advisory Committee (CFAC) has prepared a Financial Overview Report for the current fiscal year, which began on July 1, 2017. Using the information from hundreds of pages of complex budget information, CFAC prepared a concise, easy to read Financial Overview Report. In this well-organized brochure, one will find information on our government structure, property taxes, the fire and water districts, general fund resources and general fund budget, the capital budget, enterprise funds, public education budget, and other statistics. We thank CFAC for the work that went into preparing this booklet. It is the intention of the committee to update this booklet each fiscal year.

We have noticed an increase in good will gestures throughout the community and especially here at Town Hall. Our employees continue to give generously as do so many of you.

In closing, I want to wish you and your family a joyous and safe Holiday Season!

Regards,

Mark Ells

TOWN OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED AT NOON ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2017 AND ON TOWN OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED AT NOON ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2017 AND ON TOWN OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED AT NOON ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2017 AND ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2017 IN OBSERVANCE OF THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY.MONDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2017 IN OBSERVANCE OF THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY.MONDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2017 IN OBSERVANCE OF THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY.

AmeriCorps Awards Position to Barnstable Conservation Division The Town of Barnstable Conservation Division was awarded an AmeriCorps Cape Cod

member for 2017-2018. Emily Baker will serve in the Conservation Division for two days a week. She will manage a trail inventory and improvement project for Conservation Areas. There are several project goals, including trail blazing (marking) and map updating, natural history trail guide maintenance, and installation of a stream crossing foot bridge near a wetland. Barnstable County AmeriCorps Cape Cod chapter is funded by Barnstable County and through grants from the Massachusetts Service Alliance and the Corporation for National and Community Service.

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A Note from the Town Collector We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We are in the process of working on the Actual Real Estate and Personal Property tax bills to be issued by December 29, 2017. As usual, the billing will be a three part bill with a coupon for February, a coupon for May and a taxpayer receipt. The schedule is:

Actual Tax Bills will be mailed by December 29, 2017 Third Quarter due February 1, 2018

Fourth Quarter due May 1, 2018

Check the Town website at www.townofbarnstable.us to explore the option of paying your bill online. If you use a checking/savings account, the charge is 40 cents and if you use a debit/credit card, the fee is a percentage based fee of 2.95% of the amount being paid. If you have any questions or need assistance with this or any tax questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 508-862-4054.

Please contact the Assessor’s Office for information regarding abatements or exemptions at 508-862-4022.

We wish you all a Happy and Healthy Holiday season! Best wishes, Maureen E. Niemi, Town Collector and Staff of Golda, Jennifer and Laurel

Happy Holidays from all of us at the Town Clerk’s office. Thank you to all of you who exercised your right to vote in November. The turnout for the Town Election was a disappointing 9.5 %. For those of you who had to sign an inactive log and show ID, be sure to fill out your census/voter confirmation form this year to keep that voter registration current. The census form is the one place where you can easily let us know if you have

moved or changed your mailing address. That, in itself, will keep you on the voter list if you are already registered.

A HUGE thanks to my Wardens, Poll Workers, Registrars, DPW workers, facility directors, Police Department, and the School Department, working together as a team makes the Election process a success. Thank you to my staff, for putting in long hours before, during and after this election to make it work. The election is over, the people have spoken, and the Town will go forward as you the voters have directed.

As I write this, it is still November and we are working hard to record the voter history, get the voter lists updated and the census ready to go out. If you made any changes to your voter registration at the polls, you should be receiving a letter from us by the second week in December. If you don’t, please let us know and we will work to correct the issue.

The next large project that we are working on is to prepare for the annual census. This will be going out, hopefully, early January. The census is required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; and the Federal Motor Voter Law requires us to do an annual voter confirmation. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has directed clerks to utilize the same form to get both jobs done. With the census/voter confirmation form we are just verifying that you are still at that address. If there are any changes that need to be made to the form; or additions or deletions to your family; write the changes on the form, sign it and return it to us. Our goal is to keep all voters active and to avoid delays when you cast your ballot. Please mark your calendars and stay tuned as we have two state elections coming up in 2018 as follows:

September 2018 – State Primary Election Tuesday, November 6, 2018 – State Election

We are always looking for people to work at the polling locations, so drop by to see us and we will hook you up as an election worker.

Meanwhile – Janet Murphy, Sue Greenlaw, Sue Maffei, Janet Logan, Leslie Steers and I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Joyous Holidays!

May your holidays be filled with friends, family and lots of laughter.

Ann M. Quirk, CMC/CMMC, Town Clerk 508-862-4044

DECEMBER OBSERVATIONS FROM THE TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE

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Superintendent’s Corner For the first time in over 20 years, every single Fall sports team at Barnstable High School qualified for postseason play this year. We attribute this success to our talented athletes, dedicated coaches, senior class’ great leadership, and to the strong support of our programs by the BHS community. Congratulations to all of Barnstable’s student-athletes. We are so proud of your accomplishments and achievements. Here are some of the highlights from the Fall sports teams:

Boys Golf - Senior Holden Elletson won the State Division 1 Championship and the team placed 3rd in the Championship.

Girls Cross Country - Strong senior leadership by Kylie Willis, Renee Gruner-Mitchell, Leanne Guimond and Emily Rice has paced the girls’ team to claim both the OCL regular season and league meet titles this Fall. Junior Tatiana Dunne continued to shine for the Raiders as a top runner.

Boys Cross Country - A mix of youth and experience paced the boys this season. Youngsters Charlie Ewald and Connor Brewster helped the team claim hardware in multiple 9/10th grade meets, while senior Nick O'Toole led the pack in the 11/12th grade meets.

Field Hockey - The team claimed the OCL title outright for the first time since 2011. A mix of strong senior leadership from captains Mackenzie Curtice and Bella Burbic and young talent had the team finishing with a loss to Canton in the quarterfinals.

Girls Soccer - Behind a mix of senior leadership and youthful talent, the girls qualified for the MIAA tournament for the first time in 16 years. Senior Aislin Hempstead has paced the team offensively while seniors Maddie Brennan and Maggie Murray lead a stingy defense for young keepers Reed Kjoller and Morgan Dardia. The team lost in the quarterfinals.

Boys Soccer - Some new faces helped the team rebound from a tough season last year to claim the OCL title. Senior Devondre Armstrong has been an offensive spark, juniors Jac Cordeiro and Malachi Walsh led from the midfield, and senior Evan Nikas has been strong in net for the Raiders. The team lost in the quarterfinals.

Football - The duo of QB Matt Petercuskie and WR Sam Rosen sparked a late season resurgence for the Raiders. They qualified as the #8 seed, but fell to an undefeated #1 King Philip in a competitive game.

Cheerleading - The squad placed first in their division at the Oliver Ames Competition.

Volleyball - The defending Division 1 State Champions had a perfect 18-0 season. The team dropped only one set this season behind the record-setting play of junior Riley James, who became only the second player to hit the 1000 career kill mark for Barnstable. Junior Ingrid Murphy had also been unstoppable up front for the Raiders, while senior Caroline Brodt continued to set assist records for the team. The team suffered their first loss of the season in the semifinals to Newton North.

Go Red Raiders! Meg Superintendent of Barnstable Public Schools Follow Meg Mayo-Brown on Twitter @meg_bps

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Barnstable Libraries’ Corner

There’s lots going on at the Village Libraries of Barnstable Visit a Barnstable Library today!

Sturgis Library in Barnstable Village www.sturgislibrary.org

Centerville Public Library www.centervillelibrary.org

Cotuit Library www.cotuitlibrary.org

Hyannis Public Library www.hyannislibrary.org

Marstons Mills Public Library

www.mmpl.org

Osterville Village Library www.ostervillevillagelibrary.org

Whelden Memorial Library in West Barnstable www.wheldenlibrary.org

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The Town of Barnstable has over 40 boards, committees, and commissions with approximately 291 seats. Our citizen participation is exemplary and the Town Council appreciates each and every member who serves.

If you are a resident of Barnstable and are interested, please consider submitting an application. The Appointments Committee, made up of five Town Councilors, will interview applicants and make recommendations to the Town Council who vote to appoint members at their regular meetings.

Town Council Committee Appointment Opportunities: 1. Agricultural Commission / 4 members 2. Cable TV Advisory Committee / 1 member 3. Comprehensive Financial Advisory Committee /1 member 4. Council on Aging / 1 associate member and 1 alternate member 5. Economic Development Commission / 2 members 6. Housing Committee / 2 members 7. Hyannis Main Street Waterfront Historic District Appeals

Committee /2 members, 1 alternate and 1 Historical Commission representative member

8. Jane Eshbaugh Community Service Award Committee / 4 members

9. Old King's Highway Historic District Commission / 1 alternate member

10. Personnel Board / 3 members 11. Renewable Energy Commission / 1 member 12. Shellfish Committee / 1 member and 1 member holding a family

permit 13. Water Quality Committee / 3 members 14. Youth Commission / 5 student members and 1 advisory member 15. Zoning Board of Appeals / 1 member and 1 associate member

If you are a resident of Barnstable, are registered to vote and are interested in serving on a board or committee, please fill out an application by visiting townofbarnstable.us/towncouncil/committeeapp.pdf. For a more detailed description and responsibilities of the committees please contact the Town Council office at 508-862-4738 or email council@town.barnstable.ma.us.

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The Town of Barnstable’s operating and capital budgets are now online at : http://budget.townofbarnstable.us

BARNSTABLE’S CAPITAL BUDGET

TOWN COUNCIL ORDER: 2017-085 HYANNIS GOLF TURF EQUIPMENT

Replace several key pieces of turf

maintenance equipment.

2-green mowers,

2-tee mowers,

2-fairway mowers,

1-large area rough mower, and

1-intermediate area rough mower.

All lawn maintenance equipment is 10

years old and past their useful life

expectancy.

Mowers are key to turf maintenance. Description:

Funding Source Amount BONDS $ 325,000

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ArtsBarnstable Seven Villages-One Town

www.ArtsBarnstable.com

HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS Saturday, December 2nd 5-7 PM

Hyannis HyArts Campus Gallery Artrio ~ Bass River Pottery ~ Studio 46-Mellissa Morris ~ Guyer Barn

Located on the corner of Pearl & South Streets, Hyannis, the Hyannis HyArts Campus is celebrating the December holiday season with a campus-wide event. Coordinated with the Hyannis Main Street Holiday Stroll and Hyannis Harbor Boat Parade providing another stop to visit while in downtown Hyannis. Free parking is available in the Guyer Barn and Town Hall parking lots. Celebrate the season and explore artful creations in four unique settings! The HyArts Campus provides community art space, working artist studios and a professional artist gallery which support and promote the arts through instruction, events, exhibits and performances; the campus includes the Guyer Barn, Gallery Artrio, Studio 46-Mellissa Morris and Bass River Pottery. The Guyer Barn~ 250 South Street. Festive Artists’ Show & Holiday Sale, Extended Hours: 3-8 PM Full of colorful abstract paintings & prints, semi-precious stone jewelry, collages, cards, and textile goods. Stop in for refreshments, a painting demonstration, creative holiday gifts and meet with the artists. Gallery Artrio - 50 Pearl Street. 5-7 PM - “After Dinner Delights" Wine Tasting Seminar (5:30-6:15PM) Gallery Artrio is a fine art gallery featuring original paintings, blown glass and hand wrought jewelry. The evening features a wine seminar on how to pair dessert wines and ports with cheese, chocolate and sweets! The event also features a tasty selection of special ‘small works’ by the gallery artists. Mellissa Morris - Studio 46 Pearl Street. 5-7 PM HyArts Campus Artist-in-Resident Mellissa Morris opens the doors to her charming studio. Stop into her hand cut paper snowflake gallery special for this evening event and enjoy cookies and hot chocolate. Bass River Pottery - 50 Pearl Street. 5-7 PM Potter Jeanmarie O’Clair will be on hand to demonstrate her pottery process at her open working studio. From functional stoneware and hand cut artisan tiles, all of her distinctive handcrafted items, including the original Mermaid Mug, will be available for sale.

Visit www.artsbarnstable.com and on Facebook at @hyartsdistrict and @artsbarnstable.

BE PREPARED FOR 2018BE PREPARED FOR 2018BE PREPARED FOR 2018 RENEWAL SEASON!RENEWAL SEASON!RENEWAL SEASON! Mailings will be sent out at the beginning of the New Year.

Questions? Contact the Harbormaster's Office Marine & Environmental Affairs Division, 1189 Phinney's Lane, Centerville, MA 02632

www.townofbarnstable.us/HarborMaster 508-790-6273

Slip Renewal Invoices Due: January 31, 2018

Marina Waiting List Renewals Due:

February 15, 2018

Mooring Permit Waiting List Due: February 15, 2018

Mooring Permit Renewals Due:

February 28, 2018

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Consumer Affairs

DiD you know…?

Town of Barnstable Consumer Affairs, 200 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 508-862-4672

Licensing Parking Weights & Measures

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22 10AM-2:00PM Public Skating HYCC 12:10-2:10 PM All Ages Stick Practice HYCC 2:30-4:30 PM Open Gym (Gr. K-12) HYCC

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23 12:00-5:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. K-7) HYCC 12:50-2:20 PM Public Skating HYCC 5:00-9:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. 8-12) HYCC

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24 8:00-10:00AM Indoor R/C Flying HYCC 12:00-4:00 PM Open Gym (All Ages) HYCC 2:00-3:30 PM Public Skating HYCC

MONDAY, DEC 25 - MERRY CHRISTMAS! Rinks, Gymnasium, Youth Center and Offices are closed.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26

9:30-11:30 AM Public Skating HYCC 12:00-4:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. 4-12) BIS 12:10-1:50 PM All Ages Stick Practice HYCC 2:00-4:00 PM Public Skating HYCC 3:30-9:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. K-12) HYCC

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 27 9:30-11:30 AM Public Skating HYCC 12:00-4:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. 4-12) BIS 2:00-4:00 PM Public Skating HYCC 2:30-9:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. K-12) HYCC

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28 9:30-11:30 AM Public Skating HYCC 12:00-4:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. 4-12) BIS 2:00-4:00 PM Public Skating HYCC 2:30-9:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. K-12) HYCC

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29 9:30-11:30 AM Public Skating HYCC 11:40-1:50 PM All Ages Stick Practice HYCC 2:00-4:00 PM Public Skating HYCC 12:00-4:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. 4-12) BIS 2:30-9:00 PM Open Gym (Gr. K-12) HYCC

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30 12:00-1:00 PM Open Gym (All Ages) HYCC 12:00-1:50 PM Public Skating HYCC

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31 8:00-10:00 AM Indoor R/C Flying HYCC 2:10-4:00 PM Public Skating HYCC

Barnstable Recreation Events & Programs

Public Skating Nearly Every Day! Open Gym ~ Indoor Walking Track

Game Room ~ Computer Lab ~ Available to Rent Gift Certificates & Punch Cards = Great Gift Ideas!

www.townofbarnstable.us/hycc

SCHOOL VACATION WEEK FUN!

HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS! GIFT CERTIFICATES-Any denomination, transferable

HYCC ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP-a gift that gives all year! PUNCH CARDS-money-saving, 11-for-the-price-of-10

HAVE YOUR PARTY AT THE REC! Call 508-790-6345 for availability and more info!

SPECIAL EVENTS Family-friendly Holiday Fun! Join Us!

DECEMBER 1-31 HYCC HOLIDAY COAT/HAT/MITTEN DRIVE

to benefit Cape Cod Children's Place SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2

6th ANNUAL HOLIDAY SKATING SHOW THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7

BHS BOYS SKATE WITH SANTA & TOY DRIVE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30

BHS BOYS & GIRLS ALUMNI HOCKEY GAMES SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18

FAMILY ROAD TRIP! UConn Huskies Women's Basketball

2018 BEACH PARKING PERMITS Mail-in Applications

Everyone who provided an email address has been sent an application with instructions to include a self-

addressed, stamped envelope. Applications and details available at:

www.townofbarnstable.us/recreation Questions? Call 508-790-6345

Walk-in purchases begin May 7th.

The Town of Barnstable's Public Health Division will be holding a

Flu Shot Clinic on December 7th from 2:00 – 4:00 PM Shepley Room, Hyannis Youth & Community Center, 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis

This clinic is open to all Town Residents. The fee is $3.00. More information: 508-862-4644

HYCC Annual Memberships

$20

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Barnstable Adult Supportive Day Program Supporting Elders and Caregivers in our Community for 18 years

Located in the Barnstable Senior Center 825 Falmouth Road, Hyannis

The Barnstable Adult Supportive Day Program is a community based, professionally operated program which has been an integral part of the Town of Barnstable and a trusted resource for local families for over 18 years. The Adult Supportive Day Program provides a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment to elders/seniors who cannot, or wish not to stay home alone during the day. If you are a caregiver in need of respite, or a senior who may benefit from the Adult Supportive Day Program, we would be happy to meet with you and discuss how we may help meet your needs.

Please call (508) 862-4765 to schedule a tour and a Free Trial Day.

Be sure to check out all the fun and exciting programs at the Barnstable Senior Center. Visit the web page at www.townofbarnstable.us or call 508-862-4750.

Glass Design, Make A Stained Glass Work of Art Mon. Dec. 4, 12-4 PM. Fee $40-Registration Required by 11/27 Taught by Patrick Todoroff of Glass Graphics Studio, Introduction to Stained Glass Mosaics offers participants the opportunity to master the essentials of stained glass mosaic work while making one of three small projects. Participants will leave with both a completed piece as well as a grasp of basic glass mosaic skills. A one day, four-hour class, there will be 90 minutes of hands-on instruction, a small break then another 90+ minutes to finish the project and clean up. All materials will be provided. Wear work clothes, bring a sketch pad and pencil along with a few band aids. There will be three projects to choose from. COMM Fire Department Discusses Fire Safety and Seniors Wed. Dec. 6, 11 AM-12 PM RSVP Required COMM has been providing fire protection and emergency services to Centerville, Osterville and Marstons Mills for 85+ years in Barnstable. They will provide information on the Senior Safety Program and will discuss how you can protect yourself and home from a fire emergency. Be Red Cross Ready Wed. Dec. 6, 1-2 PM RSVP-Free Everyone knows the Red Cross helps people during emergencies. But you may not know that it’s also part of our mission to help you help yourself! Becoming “Red Cross Ready” for an emergency means following our simple steps in advance to ensure you can weather a crisis safely and comfortably. Learn what these steps are so that you can stay safe if there is a disaster. Eating for Wellness: Surviving the Holidays Thu. & Tue. Dec. 7 & 12, 1:30-2:30 PM Fee-$10 Learn how to plan ahead, eat smart and still enjoy your favorite holiday foods. This is a great opportunity to learn the foundations of healthy eating, improve your diet, and get through the holidays without the associated weight gain. Let your holidays be healthy (and avoid overindulging) with informed eating! This class is facilitated by Barbara Blackwell, PT, PMC-NIH, Nutritionist Specialist, Physical Therapist. Organizing Photo & Music Library Thu. Dec. 14, 2-3 PM RSVP- Required Organize, add or create a photo and music library on your Apple computer. Paul Zevon will focus on the Apple ‘Photos’ and ‘ITunes’ apps only. Bring your laptop or tablet to the class and learn tips and lessons about getting started. Compulsive Clutter, A Discussion Thu. Dec. 14, 1-2 PM RSVP-Required Overwhelmed with clutter? Concerned for the safety of yourself or someone you care about due to items blocking areas of the home? Come learn how to reduce your risk of falls, reduce fire danger and learn strategies to get organized.

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DATE/MEETING TIME ROOM Monday, 12/4 Recreation Commission Meeting 5:30 PM HR Homeless Committee Meeting 6:00 PM SCR Tuesday, 12/5 Barnstable Economic Development Commission Meeting 8:00 AM SCR Conservation Commission Hearing 3:00 PM HR Airport Infrastructure Subcommittee Meeting 4:15 PM Airport Barnstable Youth Commission Meeting 6:30 PM HYCC Wednesday, 12/6 Airport Finance Subcommittee Meeting 8:30 AM Airport Hyannis Main Street Waterfront Historic District Commission Meeting 6:30 PM SCR School Committee Meeting 7:00 PM HR Thursday, 12/7 Aquaculture Hearing 9:00 AM SCR Formal Site Plan Review Committee Meeting 9:00 AM HR Zoning and Regulatory Committee Meeting 6:00 PM SCR Town Council Meeting 7:00 PM HR Monday, 12/11 Licensing Authority Hearing 9:30 AM HR Land Acquisition Preservation Committee Meeting 5:30 PM SCR Comprehensive Financial Advisory Committee Meeting 6:00 PM PDCR Planning Board Meeting 7:00 PM HR Sandy Neck Board Meeting 7:30 PM SCR Tuesday, 12/12 Barnstable Historical Commission Meeting 4:00 PM SCR Board of Assessors Meeting 4:45 PM Assessor Golf Committee Meeting 5:30 PM Olde Barnstable Human Services Committee Meeting 6:00 PM SCR Conservation Commission Hearing 6:30 PM HR Barnstable Youth Commission Meeting 6:30 PM HYCC Wednesday, 12/13 Old King’s Highway Historic District Committee 6:30 PM WB Community Accessory Affordable Apartment Program 6:30 PM HR Mid-Cape Cultural Council Meeting 7:00 PM PDCR Zoning Board of Appeals Hearing 7:00 PM HR Thursday, 12/14 Human Services Committee Meeting 5:00 PM SCR Monday, 12/18 Renewable Energy Committee Meeting 5:00 PM SCR Community Preservation Committee Meeting 5:30 PM HR Tuesday, 12/19 Housing Committee Meeting 8:30 AM SCR Joint Meeting Public Works Commission & Water Pollution Control 1:00 PM DPW Board of Health Meeting 3:00 PM HR Hyannis Water Board Meeting 3:00 PM PDCR Airport Commission Meeting 4:00 PM Airport Wednesday, 12/20 Council on Aging Meeting 9:00 AM Senior Center Hyannis Main Street Waterfront Historic District Commission Meeting 6:30 PM SCR Shellfish Committee Meeting 7:30 PM Senior Center Thursday, 12/21 Formal Site Plan Review Meeting 9:00 AM HR Asset Management Committee Meeting 6:00 PM SCR Town Council Meeting 7:00 PM HR Tuesday, 12/26 Barnstable Youth Commission Meeting 6:30 PM HYCC Conservation Commission Hearing 6:30 PM HR Waterways Committee Meeting 7:00 PM SCR Wednesday, 12/27 Licensing Authority Hearing 9:30 AM HR

Please note that meetings are subject to change. For most up-to-date information, please visit www.townofbarnstable.us

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Be sure to tune to CH18 for the latest episodes of "Barnstable Today,” and coverage of Town board,

committee and commissions meetings.

Is there a topic you would like to see covered on CH18?

Email your suggestion to: btm@town.barnstable.ma.us

The Town of Barnstable offers streaming video of Channel 18 and video on Demand on the town website.

www.townofbarnstable.us

MEETING LOCATION KEY:

Airport = Barnstable Municipal Airport Meeting Room Assessor = Assessor’s Office HR = Hearing Room, 2nd floor of Town Hall HYCC = Hyannis Youth & Community Center Conference Room Olde Barnstable = Olde Barnstable Fair Grounds /Golf Course Clubhouse PDCR = Planning & Development Conference Room, 3rd floor of Town Hall Procurement = Procurement Conference Room SCR = Selectmen’s Conference Room, 2nd floor of Town Hall Senior Center = 825 Falmouth Road, Hyannis SGCR = Structures & Grounds Conference Room TCCR = Town Council Conference Room WB Community = West Barnstable Community Building, Route 149 For more information, visit the town website at:

www.townofbarnstable.us THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME TO ANY OF THESE

MEETINGS!

OPENING A BUSINESSOPENING A BUSINESSOPENING A BUSINESS IN BARNSTABLE?IN BARNSTABLE?IN BARNSTABLE?

Contact: Mike Trovato Economic Development Specialist 508-862-4791 michael.trovato@town.barnstable.ma.us

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Inside Barnstable Town Government Citizens Leadership Academy

Winter Session Begins January 30th

An 11-week commitment with the goal of educating citizens about the operations of town government and designed to advance understanding of and participation in civic affairs. To

date, over 700 residents have participated in the program!

Classes are held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-9 PM in various locations and facilitated by department employees; and a bus tour of the seven villages is included. Class size is limited;

please register early to avoid the waiting list!

Applications are available at the Town Manager's Office, 367 Main Street, Hyannis, online or call 508-862-4610. THIS PROGRAM IS FREE OF CHARGE!

Program Facilitators: Susan French 508-362-2864 Arthur Caiado 508-221-0412