{
 "city": "Eastham",
 "state": "MA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/eastham-ma.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-05",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Board to decide on special permit for Beach Plum Lane addition",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a special permit application for an addition to a non-conforming single-family structure at 23 Beach Plum Lane. The board will also consider approving minutes from its July 2, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-4570",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Housing Authority",
   "headline": "Eastham Housing Authority to review rent limits and utility allowances",
   "summary": "The Board will meet to discuss property maintenance and financial reports. New business includes the approval of 2026 HOME rent and income limits and a utility allowance schedule.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08062026-4584",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-13",
   "body": "Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Historical Commission to review demolition notices for two Eastham properties",
   "summary": "The Eastham Historical Commission will conduct site visits for two properties where owners filed notices to demolish significant buildings. The meeting is in-person only at 295 Shurtleff Road and 540 Kingsbury Beach Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132026-4574",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Waste Reduction & Recycling Committee",
   "headline": "Waste Reduction & Recycling Committee to discuss transfer station and composting",
   "summary": "The committee will review updates on the Swap Shop and resident solid waste survey. Members will discuss infrastructure and signage for the Transfer Station and food waste composting efforts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08182026-4582",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Historical Commission to vote on two demolition requests for old buildings",
   "summary": "The Eastham Historical Commission will hold a public hearing and may vote on two applications to demolish buildings deemed historically or architecturally significant under the town's zoning bylaw. The properties are 540 Kingsbury Beach Road and 295 Shurtleff. No remote participation is available; the meeting is in person at the Eastham Library.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08202026-4575",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to consider Zoning Task Force appointments",
   "summary": "The Select Board will meet to discuss administrative matters, including committee appointments and preliminary goals. The board will also review library donations and a memorandum of agreement for a Day Program.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08032026-4583",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Board of Health",
   "headline": "Board of Health to review variances and property applications",
   "summary": "The Eastham Board of Health will meet to consider variance requests and review property applications. The board may also vote to approve minutes from the May public hearing and June meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07302026-4581",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to review tree removal, pool, and septic projects",
   "summary": "The Eastham Conservation Commission will hold a public on-site meeting to consider several applications under the Wetlands Protection Act. Items include administrative reviews for tree removal, notices of intent for a swimming pool and alum treatment of Herring Pond, and continuations for septic and construction projects. A violation at 130 Goody Hallett Drive is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-4580",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Board of Library Trustees",
   "headline": "Library trustees to vote on spending trust funds, review $21K in donations",
   "summary": "The Board of Library Trustees will consider a motion to authorize the director to expend trust funds for designated purposes. They will also review two donations totaling $21,000 that require Select Board approval, and discuss the FY26 closeout and FY27 town operating budget.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-4578",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to hear proposals for Herring Pond alum treatment and several residential projects",
   "summary": "The Eastham Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid public meeting to consider administrative reviews, public hearings, and other conservation matters. Key items include a Notice of Intent to treat Herring Pond with alum to improve water quality, and continuations of hearings for residential projects involving septic systems, pools, and additions. The meeting also includes a recommendation to accept a land donation at 0 Old Orchard Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-4579",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Visitors Tourism & Promotion Services Board",
   "headline": "Eastham tourism board to review past minutes and plan 2026 holiday events",
   "summary": "The Eastham Visitors Promotion and Services Board will meet on July 27, 2026, to review and vote on minutes from previous meetings. The committee will also discuss budget items, holiday plans including décor and lighting, and banners for upcoming events.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-4577",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee to review FY2027 budget and capital requests",
   "summary": "The Eastham Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on the FY2027 budget, capital improvement requests, and other financial matters. The agenda includes review of departmental budgets and revenue projections. No specific dollar amounts or project names are legible in the provided text.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-4573",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Eastham Conservation Commission to discuss coastal resilience regulations",
   "summary": "The Eastham Conservation Commission will hold a remote work session to discuss flood and coastal resilience issues, review draft Coastal Resilience Zone regulations, and set the date for the next work session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-4576",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "School Committee",
   "headline": "Nauset High School Building Committee to review project update and discuss backup site issue",
   "summary": "The Nauset High School Building Committee will receive a monthly project update from Flansburgh Architects, discuss a backup issue for the site, and review the project status. The committee may take official action on any agenda item.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07222026-4572",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Waste Reduction & Recycling Committee",
   "headline": "Recycling Committee to discuss solid waste survey and composting efforts",
   "summary": "The Eastham Waste Reduction & Recycling Committee will discuss updates on a solid waste survey for residents, food waste composting efforts, and transfer station infrastructure. They will also review workshop ideas and volunteer recruiting. The meeting includes approval of June minutes and reports on the Swap Shop and communications.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-4556",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to vote on wastewater easement, Elks Lodge, and new Planning Board alternates",
   "summary": "The Select Board will discuss and vote on several administrative matters, including a wastewater easement for the Orleans-Eastham Elks Lodge, a nuisance dog update, and appointments to the Planning Board and Strategic Planning committee. The board will also consider a license agreement with Al's Backwoods Berrie Company and a foreclosure judgment. A public hearing is not listed; the agenda is largely procedural.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-4571",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Board of Assessors",
   "headline": "Board of Assessors to review FY2027 tax exemption applications and RTE updates",
   "summary": "The Board of Assessors will discuss and approve regular meeting minutes, receive a director's update, and hold public comment. Executive session will cover new FY2027 3ABC applications for 1200 Samoset and 10 Cartway S., statutory exemptions for seniors, veterans, and the blind, and RTE applications.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-4569",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Eastham Historical Commission meets July 16, 2026",
   "summary": "The agenda contains only procedural items: approval of minutes, chair's report, old business, new business, and other business. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-4553",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Planning Board to workshop bylaw amendment process",
   "summary": "The Eastham Planning Board will hold a workshop on drafting bylaw amendments, led by Jackie O’Rourke and Paul Lagg. The board will also vote on minutes from June 17 and conduct its annual reorganization. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-4564",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Open Space Committee",
   "headline": "Open Space Committee to discuss Sandy Meadow management plan and trail updates",
   "summary": "The Eastham Open Space Committee will meet on July 15, 2026, to review the Sandy Meadow management plan, approve minutes, and discuss updates on trail signs, ADA trail extension, and Great Pond culvert work. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person and remote participation options.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-4565",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Capital Projects Committee",
   "headline": "Wastewater project funding and design updates",
   "summary": "The Capital Projects Committee is discussing updates on SRF and USDA funding, collection system design including an easement at Elk's Lodge, bid schedule, construction schedule, and public outreach for the town's wastewater project.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-4566",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to consider saltwater and freshwater dock regulation amendments",
   "summary": "The Eastham Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid public meeting to discuss and potentially vote on proposed amendments to the town's dock regulations. The two proposed changes cover saltwater docks (Section E, 2, 6, A, IV) and freshwater docks (Section E, 1, D). No other business items are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-4538",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07142026-4538",
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission reviews wetlands-related projects including tree removals and septic work",
   "summary": "The Eastham Conservation Commission will hold a public on-site meeting to review six wetlands-related filings under state and local law. Items include building relocations, deck installations, tree removals, septic system upgrades, and site modifications at properties across Eastham.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-4568",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Conservation Commission to vote on Clark's Point Road conservation restriction",
   "summary": "The Eastham Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid public meeting to consider several regulatory and administrative matters, including a vote on a conservation restriction at 32 Clark's Point Road. The agenda also includes public hearings on multiple Notices of Intent for projects involving septic systems, construction, and coastal structures, as well as determinations of applicability and certificates of compliance.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-4567",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Energy and Climate Action Committee",
   "headline": "Eastham climate committee to review 2026 goals and sustainability manager study",
   "summary": "The Energy and Climate Action Committee will discuss and possibly vote on its 2026 goals and the results of a sustainability manager research study. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes and administrative updates. No specific contracts or dollar amounts are mentioned.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-4563",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Select Board",
   "headline": "Select Board to vote on reserve fund transfers and CPA grant agreements",
   "summary": "The Select Board will consider year-end reserve fund transfers, renew a license agreement with Dunes Beach Associates, and approve CPA grant agreements for six projects including the Chapel in the Pines and Herring Pond alum treatment. They will also receive an update from the Community Development Partnership and discuss strategic planning.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-4562",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07062026-4562",
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-02",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "ZBA to vote on variance for non-conforming dwelling at 165 Harmes Way",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and may vote on a variance request from Marc and Katherine Sieger to demolish a pre-existing non-conforming dwelling at 165 Harmes Way and build a new dwelling that would be non-conforming in building height. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and conduct its annual reorganization.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07022026-4558",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-02",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "ZBA to hear variance for non-conforming dwelling at 165 Harmes Way",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request to demolish and rebuild a non-conforming dwelling at 165 Harmes Way. The board will also vote on minutes from June 4 and conduct its annual reorganization.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07022026-4557",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Council on Aging",
   "headline": "Eastham Council on Aging holds regular June meeting",
   "summary": "The Council on Aging will hold its regular monthly meeting with updates from the Executive Director and Chairperson, along with committee reports. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items or decisions listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-4549",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Other Meetings",
   "headline": "Cape Cod Commission to vote on Orleans and Harwich local plans",
   "summary": "The Cape Cod Commission will hold public hearings to consider and potentially vote on certifying the Local Comprehensive Plans for Orleans and Harwich, which were adopted at their respective annual town meetings in May 2026. The meeting also includes roll call, public comment, and new business items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-4547",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastham-ma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}