June 18, 2021 – Issue 24 Congratulations Barnstable High School Class of 2021! Town Calendar Official Agendas Legal Notices Ba

June 18, 2021 – Issue 24

Congratulations Barnstable High School Class of 2021! We are proud of all you have accomplished during your high school careers. No matter the path, we know you are all destined for greatness. Keep up the great work and continue to make Barnstable proud! Photo credit: Barnstable Police Department School Resource Officers Town Calendar June 18, 2021 Color-Coded Guide: Official Agendas New Legal Notices Updated Same as previous week(s) Barnstable Public Schools Connect with us on: FACEBOOK | TWITTER

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Town Council Meeting – Thursday, June 17, 2021 The Barnstable Town Council Meeting on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at 7:00 PM was held in person at Barnstable Town Hall, 2nd Floor, James H. Crocker, Jr. Hearing Room, 367 Main Street, Hyannis. The public was also able to view through Live Streaming on the Town of Barnstable’s website or Comcast Channel 18. Town Council President Matthew Levesque opened last night’s Town Council Meeting by announcing with the recent legislative action by the state, meetings will be held in person during the month of June and return to remote as of July 1, 2021 for the foreseeable future. The Town Council recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Town Councilor Jennifer Cullum offered a Moment of Silence in honor of Ralph Krau who passed away recently. Mr. Krau was a long-time volunteer who served on many Town committee’s including most recently the Comprehensive Financial Advisory Committee. Picture is from the August 19, 2019 Town Council meeting when Precinct 13 Town Councilor Jen Cullum presented Deb and Ralph Krau of Hyannis with a Citation from the Town Council recognizing their volunteer efforts to improve their village and their Town. The list of their accomplishments is so long we couldn’t fit it all here. A small sample of their work includes: (for Deb) the Hyannis Water Board, Hyannis Fire Department Moderator; (for Ralph) the Comprehensive Financial Advisory Committee, the Town’s 375th Celebration Committee; and (for both) the 4th of July Parade and Hyannis Open Streets. Congratulations, Deb & Ralph! Thank you for your efforts! And to paraphrase Ralph, “we look forward to the next decade!” Next up was Public Comment which was followed by Barnstable Police Chief Matthew Sonnabend provided an update on traffic issues in the Town and then Council response to Public Comment. OLD BUSINESS began with Inspectional Services Director and Building Commissioner Brian Florence presenting Agenda Item 2021-153 Appropriation Order in the amount of $2,353,579 for the Inspectional Services Department Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget which was approved. DPW Director Dan Santos was joined by Town Engineer Griffin Beaudoin, Highway Division Supervisor Mike Perry, and Structures & Grounds Supervisor Joe Marshall in presenting Agenda Item 2021-154 Appropriation Order in the amount of $10,470,034 for the Public Works Department General Fund Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget which was approved. DPW Director Santos joined by Solid Waste Division Supervisor P.J. Kelliher presented Agenda Item 2021-155 Appropriation Order in the amount of $3,407,469 for the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget which was approved. DPW Director Santos joined by Water Pollution Control Division Supervisor Andrew Boule presented Agenda Item 2021-156 Appropriation Order in the amount of $4,299,130 for the Water Pollution Control Enterprise Fund Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget which was approved. DPW Director Santos joined by Water Supply Division Hans Keijser for Agenda Item 2021-157 Appropriation Order in the amount of $7,385,062 for the Water Supply Enterprise Fund Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget which was approved. DPW Director Santos presented a new budget item with Agenda Item 2021-158 Appropriation Order in the amount of $1,202,939 for the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget which was approved. Town Council President Levesque took Old Business Agenda Items 2021-178 Supplemental Appropriation and Loan Order in the amount of $4,775,023 for the Strawberry Hill Road Sewer Expansion Project; 2021-179 Supplemental Appropriation and Loan Order in the amount of $2,850,000 for the purpose of funding the Solids Handling Upgrades Construction Project as outlined in the Fiscal Year 2021 To Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Plan; and 2021-180 Appropriation and Loan Order in the amount of $22,000,000 for the Route 28 East Sewer Expansion Project which were approved. DPW Director Santos joined by Town Architect Mark Marinaccio presented NEW BUSINESS Agenda Items 2021-184 Transfer Order in the amount of $150,000 from the Department of Public Works Operating Expense Budget for the purpose of funding design and permitting of the Snow’s Creek Culvert Replacement Project and 2021-185 Transfer Order in the amount of $337,335 for the purpose of funding the Town Hall Restroom Renovation Project which were also approved. Town Manager Mark Ells and Finance Director Mark Milne presented the remaining budget items and associated agenda items which were approved: 2021-159 Appropriation Order in the amount of $282,975 for the Town Council Department Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget; 2021-160 Amendments to the Administrative Code, Chapter 241, Article III, Multiple-Member Appointive Organization and Chapter 241, Article IV, Municipal Organization; 2021-161 Appropriation Order in the amount of $1,192,789 for the Town Manager Department General Fund Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget; 2021-162 Appropriation Order in the amount of $799,097 for the Public, Education & Government (PEG) Access Channels Enterprise Fund Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget; 2021-163 Appropriation Order in the amount of $6,456,364 for the Administrative Services Department Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget; 2021-164 Appropriation Order in the amount of $250,000 for the Fiscal Year 2022 Town Council Reserve Fund; 2021-165 Appropriation Order in the amount of $51,369,023 for the Other Requirements Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget; 2021-166 Appropriation Order in the amount of $3,641,181 for the Community Preservation Committee Fiscal Year 2022 Administrative Expense Budget and Minimum Program Set-Asides; 2021-167 Appropriation Order in the amount of $1,664,958 for the Community Preservation Fund Fiscal Year 2022 Debt Service Budget; 2021-168 Fiscal Year 2022 Revolving Fund Spending Limitations: Senior Services Classroom Education Fund - $100,000; Recreation Program Fund - $525,000; Shellfish Propagation Fund - $200,000; Consumer Protection Fund - $600,000; Geographical Information Technology Fund - $10,000; Arts and Culture Program Fund - $50,000; and Asset Management Fund - $500,000; 2021-169 Acceptance of Provision of General Laws Ch. 40, § 3 Relating To Town Revenue. Under NEW BUSINESS, the Town Council moved the following Agenda Items to Second Readings on July 15, 2021: 2021-130 Appointments to a Board/Committee/Commission: Conservation Commission; Council on Aging; Mid Cape Cultural Council; Infrastructure and Energy Committee; Planning Board; Recreation Commission; Sandy Neck Board; Waterways Committee; and Youth Commission members; 2021-130A Appointment to a Board/Committee/Commission: Youth Commission Member; 2021-130B Appointment to a Board/Committee/Commission: Youth Commission member; 2021-181 Reappointments to a Board/Committee/Commission: Airport Commission; Board of Assessors; Board of Health; Community Preservation Committee; Comprehensive Financial Advisory Committee; Conservation Commission; Council On Aging; Disability Commission; Elderly & Disabled Taxation Aid Committee; Golf Committee; Historical Commission; Housing Committee; Infrastructure and Energy Committee; John F. Kennedy Memorial Trust Fund Committee; Land Acquisition and Preservation Committee; Licensing Authority; Mid Cape Cultural Council; Old King's Highway Historic District Committee; Planning Board; Recreation Commission; Registrar of Voters; Sandy Neck Board; Shellfish Committee; Youth Commission; Zoning Board of Appeals; and 2021- 181A Reappointments to a Board/Committee/Commission: Youth Commission. Agenda Item 2021-182 Regulatory Development Agreement with 77 Pleasant Street Realty Trust / Wayne Kurker Trustee to Redevelop 77 Pleasant Street, Hyannis with an 81 space gravel parking lot. The redevelopment also includes relocating an existing historic residential two-family dwelling within 21 feet of Pleasant Street which will continue as a two-family dwelling was referred to a Public Hearing on July 15, 2021. Town Attorney Karen Nober presented Agenda Item 2021-183 Approval of exemption from financial interest from Section 20 of G.L. c. 268A which was approved. On behalf of Town Councilor Kris Clark, Town Manager Mark Ells provided an update on the May 8th letter received from Cape Rail that says they will address the trash issues reported on at previous Town Council meetings. There will be a Special Town Council Meeting on Thursday, July 1, 2021 and the next regularly scheduled Town Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 7:00 PM. Remote Participation Instructions will be available on the meeting Agenda and on the Town of Barnstable’s website (www.townofbarnstable.us).

Town of Barnstable Statement in Response to Conservation Law Foundation Lawsuit In response to a lawsuit filed by the Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, that alleges that the Town of Barnstable has failed to comply with the state regulations that apply to private septic systems, the Town has provided the following statement. The Town of Barnstable has long prided itself on its commitment to protecting the environment and the coastal waters off Cape Cod. Despite the Town’s commitment, the Conservation Law Foundation (“CLF”) has filed a lawsuit in state court alleging that the Town has failed to comply with the state regulations that apply to private septic systems. The Town faithfully administers the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) regulations, but CLF’s lawsuit threatens to impose significant burdens on Barnstable’s residents and businesses. Specifically, CLF requests an order requiring most Barnstable property owners to pay for expensive upgrades to their fully compliant septic systems. It also seeks an order prohibiting the Town from approving most new septic systems and prohibiting the Town from accepting a “passing inspection report” for such systems. Together, these orders would effectively stop new construction utilizing fully compliant septic systems in Barnstable, and they would prevent the sale of most properties in Barnstable with a septic system. This new lawsuit follows a lawsuit that CLF filed against the Town in federal court earlier this year. In that complaint, CLF alleged that the Town’s fully permitted and compliant Water Pollution Control Facility is violating the federal Clean Water Act because treated wastewater from the plant travels through groundwater and ultimately reaches, after more than twenty years, coastal water off Cape Cod. If CLF prevails in its federal lawsuit, the Town could be subject to millions of dollars of penalties, attorney’s fees, and increased wastewater management costs. In addition, nearly every septic system on Cape Cod will be subject to the Clean Water Act, and owners of septic systems will need to obtain a federal permit or face lawsuits like CLF’s that threaten penalties totaling tens of thousands of dollars per day. The Town believes that CLF’s legal claims in these lawsuits are meritless and intends to defend against them aggressively. As Barnstable Town Manager Mark Ells commented, “we are committed to doing everything in our power to preserve the health of the waters surrounding the Cape. That is why we enforce the state law for septic systems and why we have developed and received regulatory approval for a Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP) for the Town of Barnstable. The CWMP is a plan to protect our waters by reducing the amount of key nutrients like nitrogen that harm water quality in our coastal estuaries. By implementing the CWMP, Barnstable will achieve the nitrogen reduction called for in the Total Maximum Daily Load documents developed by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and approved by the federal Environmental Protection Agency for estuaries on the Cape. CLF’s demands in these twin lawsuits exceed any requirement of either state or federal law, disrupt Barnstable’s plans to implement the CWMP, and carry the potential of devastating economic impact on Barnstable’s residents and businesses.”

Sign Up for Cynobacteria Alerts The Town will be contracting with the Association to Preserve Cape Cod (APCC) to conduct routine monitoring and reporting of cyanobacteria in Barnstable’s Lakes and Ponds. This sampling will begin soon. If you are interested in receiving an email notification, when a potentially toxic bloom is identified by APCC, you must opt-in to the APCC toxic alerts. In order to receive email notification for toxic alerts, click this link: https://apcc.org/our-work/science/community-science/cyanobacteria/cyanobacteria-alert/ This link will bring you to a webpage where you must enter your email in order to receive toxic alerts. You can also check out the cyanoMAP at https://apcc.org/our-work/science/community-science/cyanobacteria/ to see the recent cyanobacteria monitoring results from APCC.

Cyanobacteria Notice

As we enter the summer season, we wanted to let you know the Town is planning to resume cyanobacteria monitoring and reporting. However, this program will have a delayed start this year due to unanticipated staff turnover. We expect the program to resume in July. Until this program is back up and running, we wanted to provide some tips to identify cyanobacteria blooms, what to do if you suspect a bloom, and who to contact. Identifying Cyanobacteria Blooms The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has provided examples of cyanobacteria blooms with scums and without scums. https://www.mass.gov/service-details/identifying-cyanobacterial-blooms-and-scums- photographs-of-blooms-and-scums How do I know if there is a harmful algal bloom in the water? Cyanobacteria can cause the water to appear slightly discolored, cloudy, or resemble pea soup or paint. They are usually blue or green but can also be brown or red. They can also give the water a bad odor. The cyanobacteria in some blooms are dispersed throughout the water, while in other blooms they are concentrated in a scum or mat, either on the surface of the water or in sediment along the shoreline. What if you Suspect a Cyanobacteria Bloom? WHEN IN DOUBT, STAY OUT! If you see a possible cyanobacteria bloom, avoid contact with the water. Contact the Health Department at 508-862-4644 or email [email protected], if the bloom is at a recreational waterbody. Want to Learn More About Cyanobacteria? https://www.mass.gov/info-details/harmful-algae-blooms-in-freshwater-bodies https://www.epa.gov/cyanohabs https://www.who.int/publications/m/item/toxic-cyanobacteria-in-water---second-edition

Town of Barnstable Introduces On-line Rental Property Registration and Short-Term Rental Complaint Hotline As we enter our summer season the Town of Barnstable would like to remind owners of rental properties that they are required to register rental units with the Town of Barnstable Health Division; this includes ALL rentals from annual to summer to short-term. The requirement to register rental properties has been in place in Barnstable since 2006. Please register and pay using the online registration link below: https://secure.hostcompliance.com/barnstable-ma/permit-registration/welcome Or, if mailing in, obtain registration form(s) from Town of Barnstable website below: https://www.town.barnstable.ma.us/Departments/healthdivision/Applications_and_Forms/Rental- Registration-Application.pdf Submissions by mail: Use one form for each unit to be registered and return to the Public Health Division, 200 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601. There is a fee of $90 and $25 for each additional unit on the same parcel. The check should be payable to: Town of Barnstable. Failure to comply with this Ordinance may result in the issuance of a non-criminal ticket citation in the amount of $100. We are also pleased to announce that we now have a short term rental complaint hotline available for the public to submit any complaints concerning short-term rental properties. The hotline is available on-line through our Health Division website or by phone 24 hours a day at 508-504-9779. Short Term Rental Complaint Hotline (available 24 hours a day/7 days a week): 508-504-9779 https://secure.hostcompliance.com/barnstable-ma/complaints/type For general rental questions, you may reach us by email at [email protected] or call 508-862-4072.

Accessory Dwelling Unit Update: Public Hearing Date Change The Town of Barnstable advertised a public hearing to consider zoning amendments allowing Accessory Dwelling Units for an in-person Town Council meeting on July 1st. On June 16th, the Governor signed a bill allowing public meetings to continue to be held remotely. In order to maximize the opportunity for public participation, the public hearing on the ADU zoning amendments has been rescheduled for July 15th and the hearing will be held remotely, via Zoom. Details for the Zoom meeting including the link and meeting ID are forthcoming and will be incorporated with all future communications. Town of Barnstable Town Council Public Hearing on Items 2021-174 and 2021-175 – Accessory Dwelling Units Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. Zoom Meeting Zoom Meeting ID 926 0239 8466 https://zoom.us/j/92602398466 888 475 4499 US Toll-free The proposed zoning amendments, Town Council Items 2021-174 and 2021-175, as well as additional information on ADUs can be found on the Town’s Accessory Dwelling Unit webpage. You can submit comments on these items to the Town Council in the following ways:  Attend the Town Council meeting on July 15, 2021 at 7 p.m. via Zoom  Submit comments via email to Town Council staff, Cynthia Lovell, at [email protected]  Submit comments in writing to: Town of Barnstable Town Council, ATTN: Cynthia Lovell, 367 Main Street, Hyannis MA 02601 If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth Jenkins, AICP, Director of Planning & Development: Phone: 508-862-4678 Email: [email protected]

Welcome Back to Our Community Service Officers Effective Monday, June 14th, 10 Barnstable Police summer Community Service Officers (CSOs) began their duty in the Hyannis Main Street area, assisting the Community Impact Unit and the rest of the department in keeping an eye on downtown. The goal of the CSO program is to provide a visible, easily identifiable Department presence on Main Street. The CSOs act mainly as liaisons between sworn personnel and the businesses, visitors, etc., and are used to supplement the sworn presence on Main Street and surrounding areas. They are our “eyes and ears”. Make sure to stop them to say “Hello” and welcome them back when you see them! In these photos, Sergeant Eric Drifmeyer and Ptl. Scott Leger of the Department’s Community Impact Unit are on the Hyannis Village Green explaining some of the concerns and challenges the CSOs can expect to encounter this summer.

JetBlue Returns to Cape Cod Gateway Airport Cape Cod Gateway Airport (HYA), formerly Barnstable Municipal Airport, is excited to announce the return of JetBlue Airways for their 8th season of service. Beginning Thursday, June 17, 2021, daily flights are scheduled to arrive from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) at 11:11 a.m. and depart to JFK at 11:49 a.m. EST (schedule subject to change). “We are thrilled with the return of JetBlue,” said Airport Manager Katie Servis. “This route furthers our mission to provide convenient air service for people traveling to and from the economic center of Cape Cod, Hyannis, and provides fast and easy travel for residents, visitors and business travelers.” TSA requires proper wearing of face masks, per federal law. Face masks are to be worn at all times in the terminal and on aircraft. Failure to comply will result in denial of entry to the screening areas and may result in penalties. Cape Cod Gateway Airport (HYA) is continuing to implement social distancing policies, as well as enhanced cleaning procedures throughout the airport.

“Dancing in the Streets of Hyannis!” BARNSTABLE CELEBRATES 2021 INDEPENDENCE DAY We expect this information to be updated weekly. Family Activities are planned for Hyannis 2:00 PM-8:00 PM Traditional Parades and Celebrations scheduled in Barnstable Village, Cotuit and Hyannis Port FIREWORKS IN LEWIS BAY AT DUSK Town Manager Mark Ells has announced the Town of Barnstable will work in collaboration with the Hyannis Main Street Business Improvement District (BID) and the Greater Hyannis Chamber of Commerce to host family friendly activities on Sunday, July 4th on the Hyannis Village Green and spanning across the mile-long Hyannis Main Street down to Hyannis Harbor. Residents and visitors will be delighted as they walk along Main Street and enjoy the sights. There is no annual Hyannis 4th of July parade this year. HYANNIS HARBOR & ASELTON PARK Starting at 2:00 PM the traditional Hyannis Marina Boat Parade will take place in Hyannis Harbor. Boats are invited to line up starting at 1:00 PM at the marina and the parade enters the Harbor at 2:00 PM where spectators will find interactive family activities taking place at Aselton Park from 2:00 PM-6:00 PM as they cheer on the boaters and enjoy the decorated vessels. Don’t forget your camera! Be sure to use #hyannis4th and tag @townofbarnstable (Facebook/Instagram) or @BarnstableMA (Twitter) on your social networking posts.

HYANNIS VILLAGE GREEN The Hyannis Village Green will feature familiar family activities from 2:00 PM-6:00 PM including the Roaming Railway that loops around the Hyannis Village Green and Harbor Overlook brick pathway and the interactive Fun Zone with plenty of family friendly games. 5:00-8:30 PM Six Main Street Stations – Music by DJ’s and live musical groups! Village Green Band Stand • 5:30 PM Cape Cod Moonlighters Big Band • 6:30 PM Cape Cod Ukulele Group • 7:00 PM Mamma’s Marmalade Mamma’s Marmalade: Since their formation in 2014, the five piece string band has been fusing diverse musical backgrounds into a sound that bursts at the seams with energy, exuding a pure joy for creating music. Providing a window to the future of bluegrass while keeping the flavor of Americana and Rock n’ Roll alive, Mamma’s honest lyrics and warm, acoustic tones invite listeners back to a time when wooden instruments and sweet vocal harmonies captivated the hearts of America. Experimenting with intricate instrumentals and lively originals, their music brings the genre to new and unexpected places. More info about the band can be found at http://www.mammasmarmalade.com/ MILE-LONG HYANNIS MAIN STREET Starting at 4:00 PM Hyannis Main Street will come alive with activity as jugglers, stilt walkers and other revelry makers will be “Dancing in the Streets of Hyannis.” DJ stations and live musicians will be dotted along the mile- long pedestrian walkway and invite folks to dance along with them; enjoy the activities in the kids FunZone and encourage movement throughout the experience. Questions and inquiries about the Hyannis festivities can be directed to Elizabeth Wurfbain, Executive Director Hyannis Main Street Business Improvement District, 419A Main Street, Hyannis MA 02601 [email protected] or Marty Bruemmel, President/CEO Greater Hyannis Chamber of Commerce at [email protected] or Amy Harwood, Marketing & Outreach Manager, Town of Barnstable Planning & Development Department - Economic Development program [email protected]. Donations are welcome from individuals and businesses who would like to contribute funds that will make this celebration possible. Contributions by check should be made payable to “Town of Barnstable – Fourth of July Celebration” and may be directed to Amy Harwood, Marketing & Outreach Manager, Town of Barnstable-Town Hall, 367 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601. HYANNIS PARKING BANS Parking bans will be in place from 7:00 PM-11:00 PM on South Street, Ocean Street, Sea Street and all roads leading to and around Gosnold Street to accommodate foot traffic for the fireworks. Please note: the Barnstable Police Department has jurisdiction beyond these closures to ensure public safety, and will do so on an as needed basis.

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION PARKING – There are several municipal lots in downtown Hyannis where free parking is available for up to 6 hours. All-day permits can be purchased at www.permitvats.com. Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) has hourly parking available after the first 30 minutes free at the Hyannis Transportation Center. Long term parking is also available for daily rates. CCRTA will be operating on its regular routes with a loop every 45 minutes throughout the day. Normally the service ends at 9:00 PM but service will be extended as needed to accommodate riders following the fireworks. For more information and service routes, please visit www.capecodrta.org BEACH PARKING – Barnstable Public and Resident Only Beaches gates close at 10:00 PM. Kalmus Beach closes at 4:00 PM and is open for handicap parking only (permit must be shown at the gate). FIREWORKS* - LEWIS BAY AT DUSK The Town of Barnstable is proud to present this year’s traditional fireworks show from a barge in Lewis Bay. Please be respectful of private property and park your vehicle in one of the locations mentioned above or other authorized location. *Rain date for fireworks only, Saturday, September 4, 2021. OTHER VILLAGE CELEBRATIONS INCLUDE (as of June 17, 2021): BARNSTABLE VILLAGE 9:00 AM (time corrected) – A 12 mile drive-by parade of decorated cars, floats, police and fire vehicles to leave the Barnstable County Courthouse Complex parking lot travel east on Route 6A, turn left on Millway then right on Commerce Road back to Route 6A, right on Route 6A through the village to turn left on Parker Road, continue on to Church Street, turn right on Route 149, right on Route 6A and returning to the county parking lot. http://www.barnstablevillage.org CENTERVILLE 9:00 AM -- 9:00 AM Children gather at Centerville Elementary, 10:00 AM Fire Truck leads onto Bay Lane, right onto Bumps River Road, Left onto Park Avenue, Right onto Main Street, 11:00 AM Arrive at Centerville Recreation Center rear Parking. Serve grilled hot dogs, cold drinks and ice cream. Face painting by Church Ladies. Field games by Troop 54: sack race, field bowling, musical chairs, candy scavenge. Awards for best costume, best float, best bike directions, ugliest dog. COTUIT 10:00 AM -- The Parade begins on School Street (some walkers and fire vehicles line up on High Street and then turn onto School Street), then left on Main Street and continues down Main Street to the prior Cotuit Elementary School. The termination point is the public field behind the old school building. http://cotuitcivicassociation.org HYANNIS PORT MINI-MARATHON & PARADE -- The traditional fun run starts at the Post Office at 9:00 AM followed by the parade at 11:00 AM beginning at the Hyannisport Post Office on Longwood Avenue; taking a left onto Washington Avenue; a right onto Lafayette Avenue; left onto Winchester Avenue; a left onto Scudder Avenue and continuing onto Dale Avenue to the West Beach Club, where it will end. https://www.hyannisportcivic.org WIANNO 11:30 AM July 2, 2021 -- Annual July 4th parade – golf carts, fire truck, children on bikes and a few antique cars. From the JA building on Washington Avenue in a circle to Sea View Avenue passing in front of the Wianno Club at 107 Sea View.

Hyannis HyArts Cultural District - SPOTLIGHT Some of the many happenings around downtown Hyannis Main Street to Hyannis Harbor summer, 2021! Dance, dine and delight in the sights and sounds of the Hyannis HyArts Cultural District this summer, complete with visits to the Hyannis HyArts Artist Shanties, live music and DJ dance parties, outdoor movies, African drum and ukulele classes, downtown trolley rides and more. Stroll along the mile-long Main Street with over 100 local shops and restaurants and follow the Walkway-to-the-Sea through the Hyannis Village Green, to a working water front! PARK AND WALK l Main Street to Hyannis Harbor, steps away from parking lots It is easy to spend art-FULL days in downtown Hyannis HyArts Cultural District. Complimentary and metered parking lots are steps away from Main Street & Hyannis Harbor. Visit the artist shanties, Main Street Hyannis museums, shops, restaurants and more. Mobile pay to park available for Bismore Park and Ocean Street lots with the app: https://www.mpay2park.com WALK DOWN MAIN STREET! Spread out along the Pedestrian Walkway, created this summer to accommodate physical distancing while strolling along the street! HYANNIS HYARTS ARTIST SHANTIES Meet local creatives at the Harbor Overlook and Bismore Park Artist Shanties, open through October. Artists change weekly so it’s a “must stop” throughout the season to see all the latest trends. And Cape Cod singer/songwriters provide musical delights on various days throughout the season. Both are beautiful and breezy spots along the Walkway to the Sea from Hyannis Main Street to Hyannis Harbor.

HAPPENINGS ALL AROUND TOWN Festivals, programs, talks, tunes, yoga and other activities taking place on town properties are added to the town calendar throughout the year. Check often to plan what needs to go on your itinerary for the day! Town of Barnstable special event calendar: https://town.barnstable.ma.us/departments/specialevents/calendar.asp There are plenty of programs and events to keep one active and entertained year round in all seven villages in the town of Barnstable. Search many listings at www.ArtsBarnstable.com AND @artsbarnstable on FaceBook and Instagram. Other organizations that host events and promote listings include: Hyannis Main Street https://www.capecodchamber.org/events/ https://www.hyannis.com/ https://artsfoundation.org/ https://www.capecod.com/events/ Many of the Hyannis HyArts Cultural District programs are made possible in partnership/or supported by other town of Barnstable Departments, and organizations including but not limited to: the Main Street Business Improvement District (responsible for on-going programs and activities along Main Street and Village Green. They are a key partner/funder to keep family friendly activities and programs year round in the cultural district); Cape Cod Art Center, the Greater Hyannis Chamber of Commerce, Hyannis Public Library, Arts Foundation of Cape Cod, John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum and Cape Cod Maritime Museum. Special thanks to Barnstable DPW for their ongoing efforts in maintaining the landscaping and technical needs within all of our town properties. MORE ABOUT THE HYANNIS HYARTS SHANTY PROGRAM: Artists change weekly, throughout the season. Over 75 will participate this year. The shanties are located in two spots along Hyannis Harbor: Bismore Park, Ocean Street and at the Harbor Overlook, along the Walkway-to-the-Sea at the corner of South and Ocean Street. Meet Cape Cod artists working and selling their hand-made or hand crafted art. Work includes a variety of media: photography, paint, jewelry; ceramics, wood turning, tapestry, fiber art and more. There is no fee to browse and of course if purchases are made it is a fabulous way to shop local and support the creative economy. This popular attraction provides a picturesque setting for visitors to stroll Main Street to the waterfront, meet local artists, listen to music, dine in one of several restaurants or picnic in the park, taking in all the sights and sounds of a working waterfront and thriving Main Street. The Town run artist shanty program provides affordable rental space for Cape Cod artists and artisans to work and sell at these “seaside studios”. This program provides prime visibility and opportunities for artists to gain and improve business, marketing and selling skills, connect with other artists and meet visitors from around the world. HYANNIS VILLAGE GREEN, HYANNIS MAIN STREET, ASELTON PARK FREE ACTIVITIES – EACH WEEK *performers/programs subject to change or cancellation.

MONDAYS MUSIC MAGIC WITH THE CAPE COD UKULELE CLUB 5:30 pm - 6:30pm, Hyannis Village Green July 5 - August 23, 2021: A whole lot of strumming and singing for all ages! Bring chairs or blankets to watch Cathy Hatch’s Ukulele students play away, including using kazoos and noisemakers too! Bluegrass, Pop, and more! TUESDAYS ZUMBA! 5:30pm -6:30pm, Hyannis Village Green July 6- August 31: Shake, shimmy and smile! Get a fun workout before strolling Main Street! LIVE MUSIC: Hyannis Harbor free Sounds of Summer concerts: 6:00pm-7:30pm, Aselton Park, July 6 – August 24 All-star line up of Cape Cod bands Bring blankets, chairs and dancing shoes! July 6: Clayton/Restaino Project July 13: Jukin J and the Rocker July 20: The Mojo Kings July 27: Soul Purpose August 3: Digney Figus Band August 10: Fred Clayton Band August 17: The Jazz Cabbage August 24: Steve Morgan and the King Fish MOVIES ON THE GREEN: Hyannis Village Green 8:00pm (dusk) - 10:00 pm, movie Before the movie: 7:00pm-8:00pm, free fun craft and green screen photos July 6 - August 10: Bring beach chairs and a blanket and enjoy a family movie under the stars! Come early for free green screen photos with fun background options! Check hyannismainstreet.com for weekly movie details. 7/6 - Tom & Jerry 7/13 - Sonic the Hedgehog 7/20 - Raya and the Last Dragon 7/27 - The Croods: A New Age 8/3 - Onward 8/10 - Finding Nemo WEDNESDAYS TOWN BAND 6:30pm - 7:30pm, Hyannis Village Green June 30 - August 25: Bring your blankets and beach chairs and take in hometown charm at its best! THURSDAYS TAI CHI CLASS 10:00am -11:00am, Hyannis Village Green July 15 - Sept 9: Find your Zen with this slow paced, relaxing instructional class. Drop in friendly, no experience necessary. FREE AFRICAN DRUMMING CLASS 6:00pm -7:00pm, Hyannis Village Green July 1 - Sept 23: Free & fun to watch! Extra drums available for drop in’s Instructors: Sam Holmstock, co-founder of world fusion ensemble, ENTRAIN and Fugan Dineen, drummer and percussionist JAZZ MUSIC STROLL 7:00pm - 9:00pm, along Hyannis Main Street July 1 - August 19: Enjoy jazz music at different locations along Main Street each week. FRIDAYS SINGER SONGWRITER SERIES 5:30pm - 7:00pm, along Hyannis Main Street: July 2- August 13 : Stroll along Main Street to hear some talented local musicians! HYANNIS SOUND, A CAPPELLA SINGERS 7:00 pm -8:00pm, Aselton Park June 7th - August 13th **No concert Friday, July 16th** Bring your picnic chairs and lawn blankets for an evening of music, stories, and smiles with the Boys of Summer. Hyannis Sound is a professional a cappella group based out of Hyannis made up of collegiate singers from across the United States. EVERY DAY – Hyannis HyArts Cultural District Main Street to Hyannis Harbor RIDE THE HYANNIS TROLLEY Daily, 10:30 am – 9:00pm, every 45 minutes f rom late June through Labor Day Just give it a wave and hop on board! Looping from Main Street to Hyannis Harbor. HYANNIS HYARTS ARTIST SHANTIES: Harbor Overlook & Bismore Park TWO LOCATIONS ALONG WALKWAY-TO-THE-SEA, OCEAN STREET 180 Ocean Street, Bismore Park AND 51 Ocean Street, Hyannis Harbor Overlook Browse among colorful artist shanties along the Walkway-to-the-Sea from Main Street to Hyannis Harbor. Cape Cod artists work and sell their wares in the heart of Hyannis’ working waterfront. Artists change weekly, discover new faces and work each visit! Hand-made, designed or crafted in a variety of mediums: painting, jewelry, photography, ceramics, fiber arts, glasswork, and much more! artsbarnstable.com @artsbarnstable on facebook/instagram LIVE MUSIC at the HyArts Artist Shanties :’LISTEN LOCAL’ Singer Songwriter Spotlight Series featuring a variety of Cape Cod musicians; July through October, schedule will be posted on ArtsBarnstable.com and @artsbarnstable HOURS: Artists frequently open early and stay late. WEEKENDS through June 20, 2021 Friday-Sunday: 11:00am – at least 6:00pm. SEVEN DAYS A WEEK: June 21 through September 26, 2021 Closing time till 6:00pm June & Sept, UNTIL 8:00pm July & August FALL WEEKENDS at the Shanties: October 1 -2, 2021, weekends, Friday-Sunday 11:00am -4:00pm NOVEMBER & DECEMBER: Artist Market At Gingerbread Lane at the Harbor Overlook Artist Shanties + Bismore Park Friday, November 26 + Saturday, November 27 + Saturday, December 4, 2021 MUSEUMS: JOHN F. KENNEDY HYANNIS MUSEUM https://jfkhyannismuseum.org/ CAPE COD MARITIME MUSEUM: https://www.capecodmaritimemuseum.org/ ZION UNION HERITAGE MUSEUM http://www.zuhmi.org/ OUTDOOR, FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES: KENNEDY LEGACY TRAIL l Main Street to Hyannis Harbor A self-guided walking trail featuring 10 sites, Hyannis HyArts Cultural District. Informational signs uncover stories and history about the Kennedys on Cape Cod. Trail on line at ArtsBarnstable.com SMILE SPOTS | Along Main Street to Hyannis Harbor Smile and share your memories as you ‘picture’ yourself in downtown Hyannis! Find the Smile Spots & more at ArtsBarnstable.com BIRDIE RIDDLE BOXES l Cape Cod Trivia Look for the brightly colored, birdie ‘riddle ‘ boxes as you stroll from Main Street through the Hyannis Village Green to Hyannis Harbor and learn fun facts about Cape Cod along the way. Designed/painted by local artist Donna Rockwell. HERITAGE TRAIL INFO KIOSKS l Information along Main Street Seven blue info kiosks with custom weathervanes dot the street from east to west end of Main Street. Each kiosk features three panels: navigation (map); events and a heritage panel filled with interesting facts and images with historical significance of Hyannis Main Street and the surrounding community. DISCOVER BARNSTABLE JOURNAL: Fun activities for all ages, Collect summer memories! A colorful journal filled with activities and ways to collect all your summer experiences and memories. Available online and free to KIDS OF ALL AGES. From eye spies, scavenger hunts, to fun facts and word searches, Learn and Discover Barnstable in a new way! https://www.townofbarnstable.us/departments/parkingdivision/Projects/discover.asp DISCOVER BARNSTABLE FUN PACK: for ages 14 and under, FREE, while supplies last. An exciting, educational and an entertaining collection of items including a copy of the Discover Barnstable Journal, shellfish activities, Frisbees, water bottles, crayons and other fun items packaged in a drawstring bag. Perfect for exploring and discovering Barnstable! Get yours today, while supplies last at the Bismore Park Welcome Center! BISMORE PARK WLECOME CENTER l Bismore Park 180 Ocean Street, Hyannis Information Take-Out Service Window at Bismore Welcome Center: The Gateway Greeters at Bismore Welcome Center now are safely serving all visitors through a take-out window style operation. Stop by 7 days a week to get maps, menus, transportation schedules and other information about all the fantastic ways you can enjoy Barnstable and our neighboring communities here on beautiful Cape Cod.

Dog Licenses

It is time to renew or obtain a new 2021 Town of Barnstable Dog License. The Town of Barnstable requires that anyone who owns, keeps, possesses or has control of a dog six months of age or older must have their pet licensed and vaccinated against rabies every year. In the interest of continued social distancing, and limiting face-to-face contact with others we have converted to a touch-free payment process for your 2021 Dog License. Renewals were sent by email, so check your spam folder! For more information please click here.

Transfer Station Stickers Now Available On-line or by Mail

Transfer Station Stickers On-line Transfer Station Mail-in Form Important Notice regarding purchase of 2021 Beach Stickers/Parking Permits

The weeks are flying by and the beaches will soon be open. Please be advised that beach stickers are only available for purchase through our on-line portal www.barnstablema.viewpointcloud.com or through the mail by downloading an application from our website www.townofbarnstable.us/Departments/Recreation/Beach- Stickers While there is a 2-3 week turnaround time to process your permit, you can print and use your online purchase receipt to gain access to beach parking lots. 2020 beach parking permits will be accepted until June 25th. Parking permits will not be available to purchase in person but applications can be picked up, filled out, and left in the drop box outside of the Hyannis Youth & Community Center at 141 Basset Lane, Hyannis. Our staff is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM to assist you with any questions or concerns. Stay well and enjoy your upcoming summer months. See links below. Resident and/or Taxpayer Seasonal and Weekly Landlord

Keep Active and Thrive with the BACC on Channel 18 The Barnstable Adult Community Center (BACC) and Channel 18 have teamed up to provide dedicated BACC programming hours on Comcast CH18. Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 8:00 AM and Tuesdays and Thursday at 5:00 PM you can tune to Comcast CH18 and view an hour of programming specifically geared to residents in our community who appreciate the wide range of activities provided at the BACC. The dedicated staff at the Council on Aging and Channel 18 have created programs including chair exercise classes, yoga, music programming, and updates on programs and activities. Keep Active and Thrive with the Barnstable Adult Community Center! To view all Thrive programming on YouTube please click here!

News from the Barnstable Council on Aging News from the Barnstable Council on Aging The Barnstable Adult Community Center is very pleased to announce that our doors are open again. We are excited to welcome you back, and ask that you please bear with us as we work to get our in-person programs and activities up and running. In the meantime, please continue to enjoy our virtual programs. You can register for these by calling us at 508-862-4750 or emailing: [email protected] Free Concert with the “Country Flavored Band” Ben Carnevale and his “Country Flavored Band” are sure to get you two-stepping and yee-hawing with their classic country musical selections. Rain or shine, we’ll be serving up root beer and cupcakes to keep you high- kicking! Please RSVP at 508-862-4750 so we know you’re coming. Wednesday, June 23 1:30-2:30pm REAL ID The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended the REAL ID full enforcement date from October 1, 2021 to May 3, 203. At that time, air travelers 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or identification card, or another TSA-acceptable form of identification, for domestic air travel and to enter certain federal facilities. For more information, check the DHS web site at: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id Support Services Appointments The Support Services staff continues to assist older adults with Fuel Assistance and 41C Real Estate Tax Abatement applications. For information on income guidelines and the paperwork you need for both Fuel Assistance and Real Estate Abatement programs, please call 508-862-4757 to schedule an appointment. Once you have the proper documents gathered, we’ll schedule an appointment for you to process the paperwork. Stay Informed For ways to stay active and engaged, please pick up a free copy of the BCOA’s bi-monthly THRIVE magazine. Each issue is full of information about classes and seminars designed to promote health, wellness, creativity and more enjoyment in your life. The Barnstable Council on Aging’s E-newsletter is sent weekly, and contains news, resources and information for the older adult community and others. If you’d like to receive it, please email: [email protected] You may also want to “like” and follow us on the Barnstable Adult Community Center Facebook page, where you’ll find helpful updates and links as well as entertainment and resources to stay engaged and informed.

Our Village Libraries are more than just books. You can check out all of the activities are our Libraries here: Sturgis Library (Barnstable Village) Centerville Public Library Cotuit Library Hyannis Public Library Marstons Mills Public Library Osterville Village Library Whelden Memorial Library (West Barnstable)

Multilingual Outdoor StoryWalk® and Storytelling Series at the Hyannis Public Library, Hyannis Village Green and Harbor Overlook through June 30, 2021

ROAD WORK UPDATES As always please slow down and use extreme caution when traveling through the road construction areas and follow posted safety and detour signs. *NEW* National Grid New Customer Hookups Wednesday and Thursday, June 23-24, 2021 Neuco crews will install gas service on 1815 Phinney's Lane, Barnstable. Typical natural gas service installation includes marking out underground utilities within the project area, excavation of the street, laying gas main, relaying customer’s individual gas service and connecting those services to the main and installing meters. This project should take about two days to complete. Visit ngrid.com/service line to view a YouTube video explaining the replacement of the service pipe to customer homes. Operations will start promptly at 7:00 AM and run until 3:00 PM. Reduce speed, and use caution. All scheduled work is dependent on weather and/or may be impacted due to an emergency situation. *UPDATED* National Grid Gas Pipe Installation, Anchor Lane National Grid, through their contractor Fraser Engineering, is planning on replacing the Anchor Lane Regulator Station, which will include removal of the existing regulator station and installation of a prefabricated 3 layer regulator station, and new gas lines that will tie into the existing 10” gas main located along the Route 28 roadway shoulder. Work will take place on the corner of Anchor Lane and Falmouth Rd (Route 28) in Cotuit. Construction is expected to last to September 1, 2021. Weather pending, construction will be on-going, Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM until completion of this phase of the project. Portions of Anchor Lane travel lanes will be restricted, and work on Falmouth Road will include temporary lane closures, which will be controlled by police details. As always, please slow down and use extreme caution when traveling through the road construction areas, and follow posted safety and detour signs. *CONTINUES* Rendezvous Lane Wastewater Pump Station Replacement Project The Town of Barnstable’s contractor, Robert B. Our Co., Inc., is under contract to complete a wastewater pump station replacement project at the intersection of Rendezvous Lane, Kent Road and Salten Point Road. The project involves a new below grade precast concrete wet well and valve vault, pumping system, control panel, standby generator and gravity sewer main to replace the existing wastewater pump station at the Town Right of Way to Barnstable Harbor at the end of Rendezvous Lane. The improvements are necessary to replace the existing pump station approaching the end of its intended service life and to relocate the new pump station above the FEMA base flood elevation. Typical work hours are 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with groundwater dewatering pumps and sewer bypass pumps occasionally requiring 24/7 operation. Remaining work includes installation of curbing, final paving the roadway and restoration of disturbed areas. The Town Way to Water will remain accessible via Kent Road to Salten Point Road for the duration of the project, unless otherwise noted. *UPDATED* Drainage & Pavement Improvements on Wheeler Road in Marstons Mills Drainage and pavement improvements on Wheeler Road in Marstons Mills are currently on-going and will continue during the week of June 21st, 2021. The remaining work will include the raising of structures to finished grade, final asphalt paving and restoration of all disturbed areas. Please use caution and safe speeds when traveling on Wheeler Road during construction operations. *UPDATED* Drainage Improvements on Lake Shore Drive in Marstons Mills The Towns contractor, Tasco Construction, will continue drainage improvements at five (5) locations along Head of the Pond Rd and Lake Shore Drive in Marstons Mills. The work includes installation of new drainage systems, repairs to existing drainage systems, adjustment of drainage structure castings, and restoration of any areas disturbed during construction. Normal work hours will be between 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Through traffic will be maintained throughout construction. Any lane closures will be supported with police details to direct traffic. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the construction work. *UPDATED* MassDOT Schedules Intersection Improvements at Falmouth Road (Route 28) at Osterville West Barnstable Road MassDOT Construction operations on the intersection at Falmouth Road (Route 28) at Osterville West Barnstable Road are ongoing and will continue through to June 21, 2021. The road has been redesigned to include exclusive left turn lanes and improve bicycle and pedestrian accommodation as part of the proposed safety improvement work. The work to be done consists of furnishing and installing of new traffic signal equipment at the intersection including emergency vehicle pre-emption system, bicycle and vehicles loop detectors, construction of ADA compliant wheelchair ramps, sidewalks, and driveways, box widening, pavement milling and resurfacing, new pavement markings and signs, drainage improvements, water distribution modifications, existing utility pole relocations, installation of granite curbing, loam and seeding. Work will be performed during the day, Monday through Friday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM. Nightwork is anticpated for the week of June 21st to complete the striping of the newly paved intersection. Traffic control will include all required signage, channeling devices for lane shifts and alternating one-way traffic as required. Police details/ flaggers will be used as needed. Visit www.mass511.com, a website which provides real-time traffic and incident advisory information, and allows users to subscribe to text and email alerts for traffic conditions. Follow MassDOT on Twitter @MassDOT to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions. Download MassDOT’s GoTime mobile app and view real-time traffic conditions before setting out on the road.

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