Falmouth public meetings in 2021
24 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a public hearing on an application by Richard Fontana for permission to reconstruct a dock within the same footprint and construct a low-profile vinyl bulkhead in Eel Pond at 154 Antlers Shore Drive, East Falmouth. The hearing is scheduled for December 20, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. in the Select Board Meeting Room at Falmouth Town Hall. Interested parties may review the application file at the Office of the Select Board.
- Public hearing under Section 240-77 (Wetland Regulations) of the Zoning Bylaws
- Application by Richard Fontana for dock reconstruction and vinyl bulkhead construction
- Location: 154 Antlers Shore Drive, East Falmouth, MA
- Affected area: Eel Pond
- Hearing date: December 20, 2021 at 7:30 p.m.
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold public hearings on FY2022 tax classification and a dock project, then vote on allocating ARPA funds for wastewater treatment upgrades and first responder bonuses. They will also discuss a right of first refusal on a 31.7-acre property on Route 151 and possibly set a Special Town Meeting for its purchase. The agenda includes numerous license renewals and appointments.
- Approve ARPA funds for wastewater treatment plant design and pandemic first responder bonuses
- FY2022 Tax Classification Hearing
- Wetlands/Dock Hearing for Nina's Marina Realty Trust at 306 Scranton Avenue
- Discussion on Right of First Refusal on 31.7-acre property on Route 151
- Annual license renewals for numerous establishments
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a public hearing to consider implementing the Classification Act for Fiscal Year 2022, which determines how the tax levy is allocated among property classes. The Board of Assessors will present data on the fiscal effects of available options.
- Public hearing on tax classification for FY2022
- Decision on allocating the tax levy among property classifications
- Presentation by Board of Assessors on fiscal effects of options
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a public hearing to establish and promulgate fees charged by town departments, effective January 1, 2022. The proposed changes include increases to beach daily parking fees, health department permits, and new fees for marine services and recreation programs. The hearing is scheduled for Monday, November 22, 2021 at 7:30 PM in the Select Board Meeting Room at Falmouth Town Hall.
- Beach daily parking: Old Silver Beach $20 to $30; Surf Drive, Mill Road Extension, Menauhant East $15 to $20
- New Seasonal Non-Resident (Out-of-Town) Beach Sticker at $375
- Health Department: Title 5 inspection report filing $25 to $40; Body Art Establishment $50 to $100; new re-inspection fee $50
- Marine: new private mooring fees by boat length; transient slip rates restructured; power charges $850 to $950 per season
- Recreation: new $25/hour gymnasium and field use fees; youth golf $50 to $75; new youth archery and volleyball at $30
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will discuss and vote on motions related to Town Meeting articles, including policies for directing new 1% and 3% community impact fee revenues to the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund. They will also set the date for the April 2022 Town Meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Vote on policy assigning new 1% revenue to Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund (Article 15)
- Re-vote recommendation to confirm 3% Community Impact Fee (Article 16)
- Vote on policy assigning additional 3% Community Impact Fee revenue to Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund (Article 16)
- Set date for April 2022 Town Meeting
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a public hearing to consider removing two Norway maple trees at 187 Central Avenue to make way for a new development entrance. Written objections must be submitted to the Tree Warden before or during the hearing.
- Removal of two Norway maples (DBH 15" and 14") at 187 Central Avenue
- Reason: entrance for new development
- Public hearing under MGL Chapter 87
- Objections to be sent to Tree Warden, Dept. of Public Works, 416 Gifford Street
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a request for $1 million in Community Preservation Act funds for the Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund, new mooring regulations for house floats and boats, and a dock reconstruction permit. The board will also discuss COVID-19, short-term rental tax receipts, and other town business.
- Authorize request to CPC for $1 million allocation to Falmouth Affordable Housing Fund
- Public hearing on new mooring regulations for house floats and house boats
- Public hearing on dock reconstruction at 147 Bay Road Extension
- Accept $8,034.20 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Award
- Approve 2022 annual license renewals for numerous establishments
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold an executive session to vote on ratifying union contract renewals for DPW and AFSCME Unit B, followed by an open session with proclamations, public comment, and a series of votes. Key actions include approving licenses, accepting a re-precincting plan, and voting on the naming of the new senior center. The board will also hold public hearings on tree removals, mooring regulations, and several license applications, and discuss COVID-19, a cable license renewal, and a fire station. A vote is scheduled on an amended application from Megansett Crossing, LLC to increase affordable housing funding by $205,500 for a total of $855,500.
- Vote to affirm ratification of union contract renewals for DPW and AFSCME Unit B (executive session)
- Naming request to name new senior center the John V. Magnani Senior Center; old center retains John DeMello name
- Vote to accept the 2020 Re-Precincting Plan for the Town of Falmouth
- Vote to approve Water Main and Wastewater Main Extension Agreements for Kendall Lane Ch. 40B project off Worcester Court
- Discussion and vote on amended application from Megansett Crossing, LLC to increase funding by $205,500 (total $855,500) for 10 affordable rental units at 676, 688, 702 North Falmouth Highway
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 25, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. to consider a Pool Table License application from AMVETS Post 70 for premises at 336 Palmer Avenue. The hearing is required under M.G.L. Chapter 140, Section 177. The agenda contains only this single licensing item.
- Public hearing on Pool Table License application by AMVETS Post 70
- Location: 336 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth MA
- Hearing at 7:30 p.m. in Select Board Meeting Room, Town Hall, 59 Town Hall Square
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board is holding a public hearing to consider removing five public shade trees at two locations: two Norway maples at 187 Main Street and three oaks at 89 Maravista Avenue. The removals are requested for a new development entrance and driveway sight line restrictions. Written objections must be submitted to the Tree Warden before or during the hearing.
- Removal of 2 Norway maples (15" and 14" DBH) at 187 Main Street for new development entrance
- Removal of 2 White oaks and 1 Black oak (15", 29", 35" DBH) at 89 Maravista Avenue for driveway sight lines
- Public hearing under MGL Chapter 87 on October 25, 2021 at 7:30 PM in Selectmen's Office
- Objections must be in writing to Tree Warden Jeremiah Pearson
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 25, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. to consider renewing Shellfish Aquaculture Permit #A11-05 for Daniel Ward of Ward Aquaculture, LLC. The permit covers a 2.6-acre parcel in Megansett Harbor outside the mouth of Rands Canal. The hearing is required under Section 240-77 of the Zoning Bylaw (Wetland Regulations).
- Public hearing on renewal of Shellfish Aquaculture Permit #A11-05
- Applicant: Daniel Ward, Ward Aquaculture, LLC, 51 North Falmouth Highway
- 2.6-acre parcel in Megansett Harbor outside the mouth of Rands Canal
- Hearing under Section 240-77 (Wetland Regulations of the Zoning Bylaw)
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a variance request for a property in Woods Hole, a remote participation policy for boards, and the warrant for the November 2021 Town Meeting. They will also discuss COVID-19 issues, consider a letter of support for a housing project, and make appointments to town committees.
- Public hearing on Flow Neutral Bylaw variance request for Eel Pond Realty, LLC at 87 Water Street, Woods Hole
- Vote on proposed Remote Participation Policy for Boards/Committees
- Vote to approve letter of support for Falmouth Housing Corp. Scranton/Main Project
- Vote on articles and execute warrant for November 2021 Town Meeting
- Discussion on acquisition/placement of radar feedback signs on Woods Hole Road
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold an executive session to discuss and vote on the Mallinckrodt PLC bankruptcy reorganization plan and affirm a collective bargaining agreement with Police Sergeants. In open session, they will hold public hearings on stormwater regulations, a liquor license amendment for Falmouth Country Club, and a shellfish aquaculture license renewal. The board will also consider several CPA funding applications, a $25,000 grant for affordable housing technical assistance, and adopt a five-year strategic plan.
- Vote on Mallinckrodt PLC bankruptcy Plan of Reorganization (opioid litigation)
- Affirm collective bargaining agreement with Police Sergeants
- Public hearing: adopt Stormwater Management Rules and Regulations
- Public hearing: liquor license amendments for Falmouth Country Club, 630 Carriage Shop Road
- Grant of up to $25,000 for affordable housing technical assistance at Emerald House properties
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board is holding a public meeting to discuss the proposed machine gun range at Joint Base Cape Cod. The agenda includes presentations from the base commander and a community member, followed by audience questions and comments. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for information and public input.
- Presentation by Col. Matthew N. Porter on Joint Base Cape Cod
- Presentation by Rosemary Carey
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
- Meeting held at Falmouth High School Auditorium, 874 Gifford St
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a public hearing to vote on adopting Stormwater Management Rules and Regulations, and will vote on several administrative items including a lease award, donations, and expenditures. The board will also discuss COVID-19 issues, appoint committee members, and consider a name change for the Transportation Management Committee.
- Vote to adopt Stormwater Management Rules and Regulations (public hearing)
- Award lease of 300 Dillingham Ave. to Joe Q Veterans Coffee Break, Inc.
- Approve Eversource petition to install conduit and handhole on Cataumet Street
- Accept donations: $1,900 from New England Endurance Events and $3,750 from Falmouth Road Race Inc. to Beach Department Donation Account
- Discuss/vote name change and mission of Transportation Management Committee
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a public hearing to consider adopting Stormwater Management Rules and Regulations for the town. The draft regulations relate to the NPDES Permit with EPA and DEP and are available for public review online or at the Town Clerk's office.
- Public hearing on Stormwater Management Rules and Regulations
- Draft regulations tied to NPDES Permit with EPA and DEP
- Draft revision date June 21, 2021
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a public hearing on an application by Black Dog Tavern Company, Inc. d/b/a The Black Dog Heights Café for multiple amendments to its all-alcoholic common victualler license at 465 Grand Avenue. The requested changes include a new manager, corporate structure, corporate name, officers, ownership interest, and stock issuance/transfer. The hearing is scheduled for July 26, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room at Falmouth Town Hall.
- Public hearing on liquor license amendments for Black Dog Heights Café at 465 Grand Avenue
- Changes include manager, corporate structure, name, officers, ownership interest, and stock transfer
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board is holding a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The hearing covers ongoing projects, including EDIC small business grants (50% complete, under budget) and Falmouth Service Center food and vocational assistance (25% complete, under budget). Residents can comment in person or in writing by July 23.
- Public hearing on CDBG program at 7:30 p.m., Town Hall, 59 Town Hall Square
- EDIC small business grants project 50% complete and under estimated budget
- Falmouth Service Center project 25% complete and under estimated budget
- Written comments due by 3:00 p.m. Friday, July 23, 2021
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold public hearings on the Community Development Block Grant program and on multiple amendments to the Black Dog Heights Café's liquor license, including changes in management and ownership. The board will also vote on several licenses, including one-day wine and malt liquor permits for Highfield Hall and the Cape Cod Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival, and a second-hand dealer license for Cape Kids' Treasures. Administrative items include approving a water main extension for Dylans Way and a license for a structure on Bell Tower Lane. The agenda also includes discussions on COVID-19, town hiring, a Steamship Enabling Act amendment, and reports from committees.
- Public hearing on CDBG program
- Public hearing on Black Dog Heights Café liquor license amendments (465 Grand Avenue)
- Four special one-day wine and malt liquor licenses for Highfield Hall (56 Highfield Drive)
- Special one-day license for Cape Cod Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival at Cape Cod Fairgrounds
- Water Main Extension Agreement for Dylans Way, East Falmouth
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold an executive session to discuss settling a police officer's personal injury claim, then in open session will consider licenses, donations, bond refinancing, and a preservation restriction. Public hearings include a continued license alteration for Chapoquoit Grill. The board will also discuss COVID-19, a fire department report, traffic improvements, and a potential $200,000 request for FalmouthNet design.
- Executive session: settlement of police officer personal injury claim
- Sunday Entertainment License for Barnstable County Agricultural Society at Cape Cod Fairgrounds (7/25/21)
- Special One-Day Wine and Malt Beverages License for Cape Cod Brewfest (9/25/21)
- Vote to sign Preservation Restriction for 533 Woods Hole Road (the Dome)
- Discuss potential request for $200,000 in construction engineering design for FalmouthNet
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board is attending a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Falmouth Senior Center at 780 Main Street. This is a ceremonial event, not a business meeting with decisions or discussions.
- Ribbon cutting ceremony for new Falmouth Senior Center at 780 Main Street
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will vote on whether to accept the Fifth Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of Purdue Pharma, as recommended by opioid litigation consortium counsel. The board will also discuss and vote on motions and reports for Special Town Meeting, reconsider a recommendation on Article 8, and receive an update on lifeguard staffing. Additionally, they will authorize the Town Manager and Town Counsel to respond to an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Patrick Higgins regarding the June 21, 2021 meeting.
- Vote to accept Fifth Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of Purdue Pharma
- Authorize response to Open Meeting Law complaint by Patrick Higgins
- Discuss/vote motions and reports to Special Town Meeting
- Reconsideration of recommendation of Article 8
- Update on lifeguard staffing of beaches
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will conduct interviews and appointments for multiple committees, vote on licenses and administrative orders, hold public hearings on liquor license changes and a dock repair, and discuss COVID-19, ARPA funding, and affordable housing. Key actions include voting on a $260,000 grant for three affordable homes on Lewis Neck Road and affirming the end of the municipal masking order.
- Vote to expend $109,000 from AFCEE Mitigation Funds for Herring Brook Nutrient Threshold Study
- Vote on amended application from Falmouth Housing Trust for $260,000 to construct three affordable homes on Lewis Neck Road
- Vote on application for $85,000 to preserve affordability of a house at 2 Esker Place
- Public hearing on alteration of liquor license for Chapoquoit Grill, Inc. at 410 West Falmouth Highway
- Discussion on proposed machine gun range at Joint Base Cape Cod
Select Board
The Falmouth Select Board will hold a remote meeting to discuss and vote on local face covering orders, approve numerous special event permits, and consider liquor license applications and transfers. They will also interview candidates for the Sandwich Road Fire Station Building Committee and discuss a proposed litter reduction bylaw.
- Vote on local face covering orders
- Approve request for proposals for lease of 300 Dillingham Avenue
- Accept donation of lot abutting Shiverick's Pond off Katharine Lee Bates Road
- Public hearing on transfer of liquor license for C Salt Wine Bar & Grille, Inc., 75 Davis Straits
- Discussion of letter to Governor and Senate President on restaurant emergency provisions