Local Comprehensive Planning Committee | Feb. 13, 2025 The meeting focuses on review and discussion of the current draft Local Comprehensive Plan.
Comprehensive Financial Advisory Committee | Feb. 10, 2025 The meeting focused on discussion regarding a proposal from the Barnstable Public Schools Facility Subcommittee to consolidate two elementary schools (Hyannis West and Barnstable Community Intermediate School) and build a new K-3 school.
Affordable Housing Trust Fund | Feb. 7, 2025 The meeting focused on reviewing and approving several requests related to affordable housing projects, including reconsideration of a denied mortgage, a property transfer, a new application, and a transfer of interest in a property.
Ad Hoc on Zoning & Reg Agreements | Feb. 11, 2025 The meeting focused on proposed changes to the form-based code, parking requirements and height limitations. A significant portion of the meeting pertained to reviewing regulations for large ground-mounted solar installations. Watch the meeting. AI generated summary below. Correction welcome; see contact page. Key Points * Parking Minimums: Significant discussion surrounds the
Planning Board | Feb. 10, 2025 The focus of the meeting was a Zoning Amendment proposing the establishment of a cannabis district overlay and expansion of the existing medical marijuana district. The board voted not to recommend the amendment to the Council. The amendment will still proceed to the Council for consideration.
Ad Hoc on Committees | Feb 7, 2025 This was the Committee's first meeting. It will review Barnstable's standing committees' purpose, composition, functionality and effectiveness. The need for improved communication and oversight regarding conflict of interest disclosures was highlighted.
Rt 28 West Sewer Expansion Info Session This session details the Route 28 West sewer expansion project, a key component of the town's Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP).
Town Council | Feb. 6, 2025 The meeting covered a wide range of topics, including public comments, staff reports, and votes on various agenda items. The primary focus was on the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP) and a proposed flow-neutral land use policy to secure low-interest loans for wastewater projects.
Ad Hoc Committee on Zoning and Regulatory Agreements | Jan 31, 2025 This meeting focuses on reviewing and assessing zoning regulations, addressing public comments and proposed changes to parking minimums, and building height restrictions. A portion of the discussion centers on the potential impact of the Dover Amendment and a proposed homeless shelter relocation.
Town Council | Jan 30, 2025 The meeting covered a range of issues, highlighting the complexities of balancing community needs, economic development, and environmental concerns. The discussion about the Cape Cod Airport and a feasibility study by MassDevelopment was contentious and resulted in a letter to request such study.