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Understanding the Basics of Groundwater
Barnstable Public Works Director, Dan Santos, P.E., introduces viewers to the basics of groundwater, which is a very important resource to us here on Cape Cod, and in particular the Town of Barnstable. As a Registered Civil Engineer in the State of Massachusetts,...
Sewer Construction to Begin on West Main Street
Starting Monday, January 29, the Town of Barnstable’s Contractor, Robert B. Our, will commence site preparation and remaining sewer installation on West Main Street, from Route 28 to Strawberry Hill Road, requiring this section of road to be closed during work hours....
Governor Healey Signs First Tax Cuts in More Than 20 Years
Relief includes the Title V (Septic) Tax Credit – which triples the maximum credit to $18,000, increases the percentage of eligible expenses from 40% to 60%; and allows taxpayers to claim up to $4,000 in any year, versus $1,500 in current law.
Fall Construction Season Resumes September 5, 2023
Starting Tuesday, September 5, 2023, in-road sewer construction will resume as part of the Route 28 East Sewer Expansion Project. As a result, traffic impacts will vary within the vicinity of Phinney’s Lane, Route 28 and West Main Street, dependent upon the nature and...
Craigville Beach – Article 97 Alternatives Analysis
As part of the Town of Barnstable’s Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP), the Town is seeking Legislative approval for proposed alterations to he existing paved parking lot of Craigville Beach in the Village of Centerville. Public comments will be accepted until 12:00PM EST on Thursday, September 7, 2023.
Mother’s Park: Request for Public Comment
As part of the Town of Barnstable’s Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP), the Town is seeking Legislative approval for proposed alterations to Mother’s Park, Centerville. Public comments will be accepted until close of business on Monday, May 15, 2023.