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👤 Members & officials (161)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Bikeways Committee
- Fran Salewski
- Jim Ferry
- Paul Gazaille
- Charlie Walkley
- Fred Rice
- Pauline Teas
Who’s on the Board of Assessors
- Bruce Nightingale
- Carlene Jones
- Madison Griben
- Jay Kavanaugh
- Richard Waystack
- Michael Lach
Who’s on the Brooks Free Library Board of Trustees
- B. Waystack
- J McCarty
- L. Cebula
- J. Wheeler
- W Crowell
- P Murray
- Tricia Murray
- Budell
- Cockcroft
Who’s on the By-Law/Charter Review Committee
- Anita Doucette
- Deborah Sementa
- Linda Cebula
Who’s on the Capital Outlay Committee
- Martha Donovan
- Michelle Gallucci
- Paul Doane
- Rich Larios
- Scott Norum
Who’s on the Charter Commission
- Herb Bell
- Jon Chorey
- Judith Underwood
- Lou Urbano
- Richard Waystack
- Sandy Hall
- Toni London
- Linda Cebula
- Paul Doane
Who’s on the Community Center Facilities Committee
- Sheila House
- Caroline Carey
- Carolyn Carey
- Christina Joyce
- Phyllis Thomason
- Ralph Smith
- Youth
Who’s on the Community Preservation Committee
- John Ketchum
- Art Bodin
- Bob Doane
- Dave Nixon
- Lynne Zalesak
- Mary Maslowski
Who’s on the Conservation Commission
- Sophia Pilling
- Vivienne Mulhall-Maguire
- Wayne Coulson
- John Ketchum
- Amy Usowski
- Mark Coleman
- Susan Cyr
Who’s on the Council On Aging Board of Directors
- Angie Chilaka
- Linda Roderick
- Sheila House
- Carol Thayer
- John Bathelt
- Lauren Swift
- Richard Waystack
- Jenny Andersen
- Julie Witas
- Julie Groom
- Ralph Smith
- Bob Hamilton
- John Bathalt
- Rochard Waystack
Who’s on the Cultural Council
- Bernadette Waystack
- Chris Banks-Treasurer
- Jackie Leach
- Nina Schuessler
- Pam North
- Victoria Brown
- Sharon Moore
Who’s on the Finance Committee
- Michelle Gallucci
- Paul Doane
- Rich Larios
- Scott Norum
Who’s on the General
- Mark Kelleher — Clerk
- Bruce Nightingale
- Carlene Jones
- Jay Kavanaugh
- Linda Cebula
- Madison Griben III
- Richard Waystack
- Anita Doucette
- B. Waystack
- Deb Gibson
- Deborah Sementa
- George Forester
- Heather Bolinder
- J. McCarty
- J. Wheeler
- Jean Bulger
- John Ketchum
- Mary Maslowski
- Mary Moody
- Maureen Davis
Who’s on the Harwich Energy and Climate Action Committee
Who’s on the Historic District & Historical Commission
- Brendan Lowney
- Mary Maslowski
- Robert Doane
- Lynne Zalesak
- Paul Doane
- DPMS Pau Doane
- Paul Mann
Who’s on the Local Planning Committee
- David Spitz
- Margo Fenn
- Mary Jones
- Barbara Nickerson
- Bernadette Waystack
- Joyce McIntyre
- Brian Scheld
- Ed McManus
- Garrett Curran
Who’s on the Planning Board
- Annie Newman
- Emily Brutti
- Ann Clark Tucker
- Duncan Berry
- Harry Munns
- Allan Peterson
- Mary Maslowski
- Mary Jones
- Mary Jones-alternate
- Robert Hundertmark
- Robert Hundertmark-alternate
Who’s on the Real Estate and Open Space Committee
- Margo Fenn
- David Callaghan
- Katherine Green
- Elaine Shovlin
- Brad Hinote
- Carol Porter
- Marcie Smith
- Kathy Green
Who’s on the Select Board
- Don Howell — Board Member
- Jeffrey Handler — Board Member
- Anita Doucette — Board Member
- Peter Piekarski
Who’s on the Traffic Safety Committee
- J Beltis
- L Cebula
- Karen Marotta
- L Hooper
- A Goshgarian
Who’s on the Treasure Chest Volunteer Committee
- Deb Gibson
- Heather Bolinder
- Mary Moody
- Ellie Gerson
- Jean Bulger
- Maureen Davis
- George Forester
Who’s on the Zoning Board of Appeals
- Al Donoghue — Clerk
- Christopher Murphy
- Kenneth Dickson
- Timothy Bailey
- David Nunnally
- John August
🗳️ How this town voted (71 contests)
Official town-by-town returns — MA Secretary of the Commonwealth (PD43+). ✓ marks this town's plurality choice.
U.S. Senate 2026-09-01
John Deaton ✓ 860
U.S. Senate 2026-09-01
Edward J. Markey ✓ 1,727 · Seth W. Moulton 1,057
U.S. House — 9th Congressional 2026-09-01
R. Tyler Macallister ✓ 794
U.S. House — 9th Congressional 2026-09-01
Bill Keating ✓ 2,181 · Craig Swallow 524
Treasurer 2026-09-01
Elizabeth Dionne ✓ 812
Treasurer 2026-09-01
Deborah B. Goldberg ✓ 2,361
State Senate — Cape and Islands 2026-09-01
Julian Cyr ✓ 2,429
State Representative — 4th Barnstable 2026-09-01
Hadley Luddy ✓ 2,364
Secretary of the Commonwealth 2026-09-01
William Francis Galvin ✓ 2,501
Secretary of the Commonwealth 2026-09-01
Anne R. Brensley ✓ 95
Register of Probate — Barnstable County 2026-09-01
Anastasia Welsh Perrino ✓ 801
Governor's Council — 1st 2026-09-01
Mary Catherine Dormer ✓ 23
Upcoming
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
Cemetery Commission
Discussion regarding Mt Pleasant Cemetery fence
The Cemetery Commission will meet to discuss the Mt Pleasant Cemetery fence. The agenda contains no other items for discussion or decision.
- Mt Pleasant Cemetery fence
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Griffin Meeting Room, Harwich Town Hall, Harwich
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HARWICH CEMETERY COMMISSION
DONN B. GRIFFIN ROOM
732 MAIN STREET, HARWICH, MA 02645
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 6:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. MT PLEASANT CEMETERY FENCE
III. ADJOURNMENT
AUTHORIZED POSTING OFFICER:
POSTED BY: _____________________
TOWN CLERK
______________________________
DATE: _______________________
Robbin Marie Kelley
September 17, 2026
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
Select Board
Select Board to vote on policy changes, appointments, and Affordable Housing Trust interviews
The Harwich Select Board will hold its regular meeting, voting on consent agenda items including committee appointments, a resignation, and gift acceptances. They will also discuss and vote on amendments to policies regarding surplus goods and board appointments, conduct interviews for an Affordable Housing Trust vacancy, and consider suspending the policy on hiring immediate family members.
- Approve minutes from September 14, 2026
- Appoint Fire Chief David LeBlanc to CVEC Board
- Accept gifts totaling $4,000 for America 250 Memorial
- Vote on amending Surplus Goods and Equipment Disposition Policy
- Interview candidates for Affordable Housing Trust vacancy
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732 Main Street, Harwich
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SELECT BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Donn B. Griffin Room, Town Hall
732 Main Street, Harwich
6:00 p.m.
Monday, September 21, 2026
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As required by Open Meeting Law, you are hereby informed that the Town will be video and audio
taping as well as live broadcasting this public meeting. In addition, anyone in the audience who plans
to video or audio tape this meeting must notify the Chair prior to the start of the meeting.
THE BOARD MAY VOTE ON ANY ITEM LISTED ON THIS AGENDA
I.
CALL TO ORDER IN OPEN SESSION
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III.
COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Public
B. Staff
IV.
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
A. Weekly Briefing
V.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from September 14, 2026
B. Vote to approve the following committee appointments as recommended by the Interview
Committee:
a. Katie O’Connor, Cultural Council, full member, term to expire June 30, 2029
b. Lisa Spencer, Bikeways Committee, full member, term to expire June 30, 2029
c. Jack McCowan, Waterways Committee, full member, term to expire June 30, 2028
C. Vote to accept the resignation of Tricia Murray from the Voter Information Committee
effective immediately
D. Appoint Fire Chief David LeBlanc as the Harwich member representative of Cape and
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 17:30
Recreation and Youth Committee
Harwich Recreation Commission to hear Herring River Marsh View Phase II CPC application
The Harwich Recreation and Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting with new business, including a Community Preservation Committee application presentation by Mike Lach of the Harwich Conservation Trust for Herring River Marsh View Phase II, on which votes may be taken. The commission will also review minutes, discuss CPC items, a splash pad review with the BETA group, policy, and field balance, and receive reports on maintenance, budget (Fund 1540), and subcommittees.
- Harwich Conservation Trust CPC application for Herring River Marsh View Phase II presented by Mike Lach
- Approval of minutes from August 25 and September 8, 2026
- Splash Pad review with BETA group
- Policy discussion with possible votes
- Budget report (Fund 1540)
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100 Oak Street, Harwich
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Harwich Recreation & Youth Commission Agenda - Revised
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM
The Harwich Channel Studio, 100 Oak Street, Harwich, MA 02645
Originally Posted: 09/17/2026 at 1:45 PM
REVISED to include New Business, Item B.a
Recording and Taping Notification: As required by law the Town may audio or video record this meeting.
Any person intending to either audio or video record this open session is required to inform the chair.
1. RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER
2. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS/COMMENTS
3. MISCELLANEOUS CORRESPONDENCE
4. NEW BUSINESS*
a. Harwich Conservation Trust CPC Application – Mike Lach, Executive Director,
Presenting Herring River Marsh View Phase II. Votes may be taken
b. Approval of Minutes:
a. August 25, 2026
b. September 8, 2026
5. OLD BUSINESS
a. CPC item review
b. Splash Pad review with BETA group
c. Policy Discussion – Votes may be taken
d. Field Balance review and discussion
6. RECREATION AND MAINTENANCE
a.
Director Report, as available
b.
Property Maintenance Report, as available
c.
Budget Report (Fund 1540)
d.
Chairman’s Report
e.
Liaison Reports & Subcommittee Updates
o
Community Preservation Committee
o
Facilities Committee
7. ADJOURNMENT
*Per the Attorney General’s Office – Boards/Commissions may hold an open session for topics not reasonably
anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following “New Business”.
Next Recreation and Youth Commission Meeting …
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:30
Harwich Housing Authority
Harwich Housing Authority regular meeting: warrants, minutes, director report
This is a routine monthly meeting of the Harwich Housing Authority. The board will approve minutes from July 21, 2026, approve warrants 2026.7 and 2026.8, and hear the executive director's September report. No old or new business is listed, and no financial report is scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from July 21, 2026
- Approval of warrants 2026.7 and 2026.8
- Executive Director's report for September
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Office of Harwich Housing Authority, Chatham
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AGENDA
Harwich Housing Authority Tuesday, September 22, 2026 – 4:30 p.m.
This regular meeting will be held at the office of the Harwich Housing Authority
Community Room located at 240 Crowell Road, Chatham, MA
1. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – July 21, 2026
3. FINANCIAL REPORT – None
4. APPROVAL OF WARRANT – 2026.7 and 2026.8
5. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT- September
6. OLD BUSINESS - NONE
7. NEW BUSINESS – NONE
8. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
9. ADJOURNMENT
Per the Attorney General’s Office: The committee may hold an open session for topics
not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following
“New Business.” If you are deaf or hard of hearing or a person with a disability who
requires an accommodation, contact the Selectmen’s Office at 508-430-7513.
Authorized posting officer:
Posted by: _______________________
Town Clerk
Tracy H. Cannon
Signature – Tracy Cannon
Date: September 17, 2026
Executive Director
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
Planning Board to weigh converting Route 28 home into conservation trust office
The Harwich Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposal by the Harwich Conservation Trust to convert a single-family residence at 1039 Route 28 into an educational learning center and main office, with an addition increasing floor area from about 5,146 to 9,870 square feet. The board will also consider a road plan endorsement and bond for Duarte Drive, a security release for Ladue Landing, and adopt several meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on PB2026-13: Site Plan Review Waiver or Special Permit for 1039 Route 28, including 38 parking spaces and new walking paths
- Vote to endorse Duarte Drive Road Plan & Profile, prepared by Cape & Islands Engineering
- Tentative vote to accept $630,000 performance bond for Duarte Drive, pending Town Counsel review
- Request by Eastward Companies LLC for full security release of $33,000 for Ladue Landing subdivision
- Adoption of draft minutes from September 23, 2025; October 14, 2025; August 11, 2026; August 25, 2026; and September 8, 2026
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732 Main Street, Harwich
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RECEIVED
. . TOWN CLERK
Harwich Planning Board HARNICH, MA
Harwich Planning Board Meeting Location 1h SER 1 P i2 3b
Griffin Room, Harwich Town Hall 732 Main Street Harwich, MA 02645
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 22, 2026- 6:30 PM
Planning Board
Sep 22, 2026, 6:30 - 8:30 PM (America/New_York)
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This meeting of the Planning Board will be held in-person and will also be available for viewing
via the GoToMeeting format. Members of the public with any interest in providing
testimony regarding any item on the agenda should plan for in-person attendance.
RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER
According to MA Law anyone who intends to record the meeting must first notify the Chair
who will then inform the other attendees at the start of the meeting.
I. OPEN MEETING:
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
UL. PUBLIC HEARING:
1. PB2026-13, 1039 Route 28, Harwich Conservation Trust, Michael W. Lach,
Executive Director and Thomas M. Evans, President, through their agent Leslie
Schneeberger, Schneeberger, Collective Architecture & Design, seeks a Site Plan
Review Waiver or in the alternative a Site Plan Review Special Permit with
waiver(s). The proposal is to convert an existing single-family residence into an
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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 10:00
Select Board
732 Main Street, Griffin Room, Harwich
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 18:00
Conservation Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 18:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
Griffin Room, Town Hall, Harwich
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 19:00
Brooks Free Library Board of Trustees
Brooks Free Library, Harwich
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:00
Conservation Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 14:00
Select Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 10:00
Select Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 14:00
Select Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Health
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00
Conservation Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00
Historic District & Historical Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 18:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
Griffin Room, Town Hall, Harwich
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:00
Conservation Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Health
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00
Historic District & Historical Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00
Conservation Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:00
Conservation Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 18:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
Griffin Room, Town Hall, Harwich
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Health
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:00
Conservation Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:00
Historic District & Historical Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 18:00
Historic District & Historical Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 18:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
Griffin Room, Town Hall, Harwich
Recent meetings
Fri Sep 18, 2026 · 09:00
Real Estate and Open Space Committee
Committee to weigh school sites and HCT funding request
The Real Estate and Open Space Committee will hold an executive session to discuss property negotiations north of Queen Anne Road, then reconvene in open session. In regular session, members will evaluate site visits for letters supporting Harwich Conservation Trust's CPC funding request and discuss potential sites for a new elementary school. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering minutes, reports, and scheduling.
- Executive session on property purchase, exchange, lease, or value north of Queen Anne Road
- Evaluation of site visits for letters supporting HCT's CPC funding request
- Discussion of potential sites for a new elementary school
- Approval of June and July regular session minutes
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Small Hearing Room, Harwich Town Hall, Harwich
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REAL ESTATE & OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
AGENDA
TOWN HALL SMALL CONFERENCE ROOM
732 MAIN STREET
HARWICH, MA
September 18, 2026
Executive Session 8:30
Regular Session 9:00 AM
Recording and Taping Notification: As required by law, the Town may audio or video record this meeting. Any person
intending to either audio or video record this open session is required to inform the chair.
Call to Order in Open Session
Executive Session
Pursuant to MGL c.30A, §21(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares
that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body; of properties located in
the Town of Harwich north of Queen Anne Road.
Return to Regular Session
Public Comments
Approval of Minutes
Approval of June & July regular session minutes
New Business
Evaluation of site visits to for letters to support HCT’s request for CPC funding.
Potential sites for a new elementary school
Member Reports
Chair’s Report
Next Meeting Date
October 16, 2026
Adjournment
Authorized Posting Officer:
Posted by: _______________________
Dave Callaghan
REOS Chair
Date:
_____
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:30
General
Harwich Charter Commission discusses planning for publication and public hearing
The Harwich Charter Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes and discuss continuing business. The primary agenda item is the planning for the publication of charter changes and a subsequent public hearing. The agenda also allows for discussion of any new topics that may arise.
- Discussion of planning for publication and public hearing
- Review of responses from MA agencies, if received
- Approval of regular minutes for 8/27/2026
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Small Hearing Room, Harwich Town Hall, 732 Main Street, Harwich
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CHARTER COMMISSION FOR TOWN of HARWICH
Harwich Town Hall, Small Meeting Room , 732 Main Street Harwich MA 02645
September 17 2026 6.30 pm
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1
Call to order
2
Approval of regular minutes for 8/27/2026 (no meeting 9/3 or 9/10)
3
Continuing Business Discussion/Possible votes
Planning for publication and public hearing
Responses from MA agencies, if received
4
New Business
Any other topic that may come before the Commission
5
Public comments
6
Adjourn
Posting Officer Linda Cebula Posted _August 28 2026
*As required by Open Meeting Law, you are hereby informed that the Town will be video and
audio taping this public meeting. In addition, anyone in the audience who plans to video or
audio tape this meeting must notify the Chair prior to the start of the meeting.
*Per the Office of the Attorney General: the committee may hold an open session for topics
not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following “New
Business”. If you are deaf or hearing impaired or a person with a disability who requires an
accommodation, contact the Select Board’s office @ 508-430-7513.
Contact Commission charter.commission@harwich …
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 09:00
Cemetery Commission
Cemetery Commission to review fence, deeds, and America 250 event
The Harwich Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing correspondence, and discussing old and new business. Key items include a response from Legal Services about the Mount Pleasant fence, updates on the America 250 event, and the sale of burial plots. The commission will also consider bills and visit cemeteries.
- Bills: All Cape Fence $1,350.00, Amazon $104.95 (binders/dividers), Amazon $98.14 (Beech Trees)
- Deeds: Anne Marie Russell (234A Pond Avenue, Grave #5, Island Pond) $800.00; Mark G Russell & Bonnie Loedel (324A Pond Avenue, Grave #6, Island Pond) $800.00; Suzanne Soares (221B Pond Grove, Island Pond) $500.00; Laurie A Carullo (102 Main Avenue, Grave #1, Mount Pleasant Cemetery)
- Update on Eagle Scout Project by Andrew Theoharidis: area marked for stripping, plants selected at Agway, planting by end of September
- America 250 Event planned for October 2026 at Evergreen Cemetery
- Discussion of unmarked graves in cemeteries
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Harwich Channel Studio, Harwich Community Center, Harwich
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CEMETERY COMMISSION MONTHLY MEETING
CHANNEL 18 STUDIO
100 OAK STREET, HARWICH, MA 02645
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 17, 2026, AT 9:00 AM
I. MINUTES: SEPTEMBER 18, 2025, OCTOBER 6, 2025, AND AUGUST 20, 2026
II. CORRESPONDENCE FROM TOWN HALL & ASSOCIATIONS
A. Emails to Town Hall response from Legal Services for Mount Pleasant Fence.
B. Email form Diane Digennaro on The Marceline Arboretum article in the Stroll Harwich
Port Magazine.
C. Email from Emily Mitchell, Town Clerk on Book and Page with quote from Town
Meeting on History of Harwich’s Declaration of Independence.
D. Email from Jennifer Mince, Finance Director on Claude training.
E. Email from Jennifer Mince, Finance Director on Donation form for America 250 Event
with new account setup.
F. Email from Accounting mileage reimbursement has increased to .76 per mile.
G. Email from Monomoy Regional High School on Intern for the Cemetery Office.
H. OTHER BUSINESS.
III. OLD BUSINESS
A. Year to date Cemetery Revolving Account, Cemetery Trust and Cemetery Budget.
B. CPC Articles update. Revolutionary War Memorial dedication.
C. Eagle Scout Project: The Eagle Scout Project. Area has been marked out to be stripped
by Andrew Theoharidis. Plants have been picked out at Agway and will be planted by
end of September.
D. America 250 Event in October 2026 in Evergreen Cemetery.
E. Unmarked graves in cemeteries.
F. OTHER OLD BUSINESS.
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. BILLS: Eversource, All Cape Fence $1,350.00, Amazon $104.95 …
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:30
MRSD Assessment Working Group
MRSD Assessment Working Group to finalize objectives, review enrollment
The Monomoy Joint Regional Agreement Formula Working Group is meeting to review minutes, discuss the superintendent as a voting member, finalize group objectives, and review enrollment and budget context. The group will also overview school choice and the regional agreement process at the state level, and set deliverables and timeline.
- Review of August 20, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion on superintendent as voting member
- Finalize group objectives
- Overview of school choice
- Review of past/future student enrollment and budget context
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732 Main Street, Harwich
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MONOMOY JOINT REGIONAL AGREEMENT FORMULA WORKING GROUP
Donn B. Griffin Room, Town Hall
732 Main Street, Harwich, MA
5:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
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I.
Call to Order
II.
Review Meeting Minutes dated August 20, 2026
III.
Superintendent as Voting Member
IV.
Review Group Norms
V.
Finalize Group Objectives
VI.
Past/Future Student Enrollment and Budget Context
VII.
Overview of School Choice
VIII.
Regional Agreement Process at State Level
IX.
Deliverables and Timeline
X.
Public Comment
XI.
Future Agenda Items
XII.
Next Meeting Date – October 15, 2026
XIII.
Adjourn
Authorized Posting Officer:
Posted by: ________________________
Town Clerk
Date:
Jennifer Clarke, Executive Assistant
September 11, 2026
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:30
MRSD Assessment Working Group
732 Main Street, Griffin Room, Harwich
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 10:00
Brooks Academy Museum Commission
Commission discusses Brooks Academy restoration updates and plans
The Brooks Academy Museum Commission will discuss the proposed schedule for restoration work and potential impacts from Harwich Historic Commission guidelines. The meeting includes discussions regarding videography efforts, landscaping changes, and coordinating updates with the Select Board.
- Update on BAMC Restoration Work proposed schedule
- Discussion of Harwich Historic Commission Guidelines impact on restoration
- Discussion regarding removal of non-working fountain and landscaping plans
- Planning for an update to the Select Board regarding Brooks Academy property
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Small Hearing Room, Harwich Town Hall, Harwich
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BROOKS ACADEMY MUSEUM COMMISSION
HARWICH TOWN OFFICES
Small Conference Room
732 Main Street
Harwich, MA 02645
Brooks Academy Commission
September 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (America/New York)
CALL TO ORDER
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – August 19, 2026
3. NEW BUSINESS
a. Update on BAMC Restoration Work – Proposed Schedule
b. Other Board Related Topics
c. Jamie Goodwin – Discussion of video efforts during restoration.
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Possible update on Brooks Academy restoration by Sean Libby. Deputy Director
Public Works
b. Discuss Harwich Historic Commission Guidelines and impact on the restoration of
the building - All
c. Discussion on scheduling an update with the Select Board on our plans for the
Brooks Academy and property.
d. Any further discussion on responsibilities during the restoration; videography and
interaction with town department; landscaping plans, i.e. changes to the
landscaping and removal of the non-working fountain.
5. ADJOURN
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 09:00
Select Board
Select Board Interview Committee to interview committee candidates
The Select Board Interview Committee will conduct interviews for several town committee positions. The meeting also includes discussion regarding appointment procedures.
- Cultural Council candidate interview: Katie O’Connor
- Bikeways Committee candidate interview: Lisa Spencer
- Affordable Housing Trust candidate interviews: Kimberly Bourgea and Michael MacAskill
- Waterways Committee candidate interview: Jack McCowan
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Select Board Interview Committee
Town Hall
732 Main Street, Harwich, MA
Select Board Library
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
9:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
INTERVIEW SCHEDULE
**please note that all times are approximate **
A. Committee Candidates
9:00 a.m. – Katie O’Connor – Cultural Council
9:15 a.m. – Lisa Spencer – Bikeways Committee
9:30 a.m. – Kimberly Bourgea – Affordable Housing Trust
9:45 a.m. – Michael MacAskill – Affordable Housing Trust
10:00 a.m. – Jack McCowan – Waterways Committee
B. Miscellaneous discussion(s) regarding interview/appointments and/or procedure
III. ADJOURNMENT
*Per the Attorney General’s Office: The Select Board may hold an open session for topics not
reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following “New Business.”
If you are deaf or hard of hearing or a person with a disability who requires an accommodation
contact the Select Board’s Office at 508-430-7513.
Authorized Posting Officer:
Posted by:
_____________________
Town Clerk
Natasha Lyon, Executive Assistant
Date: September 9, 2026
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
Waterways Committee
Waterways Committee to discuss dock reconfiguration and sea farm proposal
The Harwich Waterways Committee will review the minutes from the August 19th meeting. The committee is also scheduled to discuss a dock reconfiguration at 30 Harbor Road and a proposal for Jackknife Sea Farm in Pleasant Bay.
- Dock reconfiguration at 30 Harbor Road
- Jackknife Sea Farm Proposal regarding Pleasant Bay
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Harwich Channel Studio, Harwich Community Center, Harwich
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TOWN OF
HARWICH
WATERWAYS COMMITTEE
Harwich Channel Studio
Community Center
100 Oak Street
Wednesday, 16th of September 2026, 6:00 PM
AGENDA
ATTENDANCE AND INTRODUCTIONS:
MINUTES: August 19th, 2026 Review & Approval
CONSENT AGENDA: None
OPEN FORUM:
OLD BUSINESS:
1. 30 Harbor Road- dock reconfiguration
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Jackknife Sea Farm Proposal- Pleasant Bay
CORRESPONDANCE:
NEXT MEETING: 21st October, 2026
ADJOURNMENT:
Authorized Posting Officer: Dan Hall, Waterways Committee Chairman
Posted By: Dan Hall, Waterways Committee Chairman
Signed Date: 16th of September, 2026
Posting Date: 10th September, 2026
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
Conservation Commission
Historic Commission to hear two demolition/ADU proposals on Bank Street
The Harwich Historic District and Historical Commission will hold public hearings on two proposals involving properties over 100 years old on Bank Street: one for full demolition of a garage to build a new one with an accessory dwelling unit, and another for partial demolition and alterations to a garage. The commission will also discuss expanding the historic district, preservation awards, and other business.
- HH2026-26: Full demolition of two-car garage, new one-car garage with ADU and office at 118 Bank Street
- HH2026-27: Partial demolition of garage rear, replace doors with windows at 166 Bank Street
- New commissioner terms approved: Jonathan Cain and Robert Nickerson (full) to 2029, David Alten (alternate) to 2027
- Discussion on expansion of Harwich Historic District
- Harwich Historic Preservation Awards and Revolutionary War House Plaques
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Historic District and Historical Commission
Town Hall - 732 Main Street – Small Hearing Room
SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 6:00 PM
Meeting Agenda
I.
RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER
According to MA Law anyone who intends to record the meeting must first notify the Chair who will then
inform the other attendees at the start of the meeting.
II. HDHC Commissioner terms approved at the August 24, 2026 Selectboard meeting:
Jonathan Cain- Full member. Term to expire June 30, 2029
Robert Nickerson- Full member. Term to expire June 30, 2029
David Alten- Alternate member. Term to expire June 30, 2027
III. PUBLIC HEARINGS
HH2026-26: Eric and Megan Anderson, owners, through their agent, Crowell & Donovan Law, LLC,
have filed a Notice of Intent. The project proposes a full demolition of the existing two car garage to create
a new one-car garage with a first-floor Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and second-floor office space. The
main structure on the property is over 100 years old according to Town Assessing records. It is located at
118 Bank Street, Map: 14, Parcel: J6-0.
HH2026-27: Timothy J. Ewart, owner, though his agent, Antonia Butwell, Architect- AB Design
Collaborative LLC, has filed a Notice of Intent. The project proposes a partial demolition to the rear of the
garage. The existing garage doors will be replaced with windows, and a new door and new windows will
also be added. The project will match the specifications of the front of the garage and mai …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
Historic District & Historical Commission
Historic Commission to hear two Bank Street demolition/alteration cases
The Harwich Historic District and Historical Commission will hold public hearings on two Notices of Intent for properties on Bank Street: one for a full garage demolition and new ADU/office construction, and one for partial garage demolition with window/door changes. The commission will also discuss expanding the Historic District, awards, plaques, and a project update.
- Case HH2026-26: Full demolition of two-car garage at 118 Bank Street; new one-car garage with ADU and office space
- Case HH2026-27: Partial rear garage demolition at 166 Bank Street; replace garage doors with windows, add door/windows
- Discussion of expanding the Harwich Historic District
- Harwich Historic Preservation Awards and Revolutionary War House Plaques
- MACRIS-CPC project update
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Historic District and Historical Commission
Town Hall - 732 Main Street – Small Hearing Room
SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 6:00 PM
Meeting Agenda
I.
RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER
According to MA Law anyone who intends to record the meeting must first notify the Chair who will then
inform the other attendees at the start of the meeting.
II. PUBLIC HEARINGS
CASE: HH2026-26 Eric and Megan Anderson, owners, through their agent, Crowell & Donovan
Law, LLC, have filed a Notice of Intent. The project proposes a full demolition of the existing two car
garage to create a new one-car garage with a first-floor Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and second-floor
office space. The main structure on the property is over 100 years old according to Town Assessing records.
It is located at 118 Bank Street, Map: 14, Parcel: J6-0.
CASE: HH2026-27 Timothy J. Ewart, owner, though his agent, Antonia Butwell, Architect- AB Design
Collaborative LLC, has filed a Notice of Intent. The project proposes a partial demolition to the rear of the
garage. The existing garage doors will be replaced with windows, and a new door and new windows will
also be added. The project will match the specifications of the front of the garage and main house. The main
structure was built in 1826 and is over 100 years old according to Town Assessing records. It is located at
166 Bank Street, Map: 23 Parcel: N5-2.
III. PUBLIC MEETING *
A. Approval of Meeting Minutes- September 2, 2026
B. New …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 10:00
Council On Aging Board of Directors
Harwich COA board to review needs assessment and operations
The Harwich Council on Aging Board of Directors is meeting to approve minutes, hear the director's report on operations and volunteer needs, and review progress on a needs assessment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major funding or policy decisions listed.
- Approval of minutes from August 19, 2026 meeting
- Director's report on current and anticipated operations
- Volunteer needs, recruitment, and training
- Needs assessment – review progress and remaining recommendations
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Council on Aging Board Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
10:00 AM
Harwich Community Center
100 Oak Street
Harwich, MA 02645
Harwich Channel Studio
*As required by Open Meeting Law, you are hereby informed that the Town will be video and audio
taping as well as live broadcasting this public meeting. In addition, anyone in the audience who plans
to video or audio tape this meeting must notify the Chair prior to the start of the meeting.
*The Board may vote on any item listed on this agenda.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Approval of Minutes
a. Approval of Minutes from the August 19, 2026 COA Board of Directors Meeting**
(Vote Required)
III.
Public Comment
IV.
Director’s Report (J. Groom)**
a. Overview of current and anticipated operations
b. Volunteer needs, recruitment, and training
V.
Old Business **
a. Needs assessment – review progress to date and remaining recommendations
VI.
New Business
VII.
Chair & Member Comments
VIII.
Adjournment
**Supporting information available at the Harwich Council on Aging
Town of Harwich
COUNCIL ON AGING
100 Oak Street • Harwich, MA 02645
Tel: 508-430-7550 • Fax: 508-430-7530
www.HarwichCOA.com
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Water/Wastewater Commissioners
Harwich water board to vote on $342,996 Mack truck agreement
The Harwich Board of Water/Wastewater Commissioners will meet to consider several contracts, including a $342,996 agreement with Ballard Mack for a Mack truck and a $14,200 trailer purchase. The board will also discuss follow-up from a Route 28 public outreach session, a superintendent evaluation, and a disaster rate discussion.
- Mack Truck Agreement – Ballard Mack; $342,996.00
- CAM Superline Split-Deck Trailer; Robert Childs, Inc.; $14,200
- Abatements for 7 Perry’s Way and 551 Route 28 (Account #07577)
- Follow-up on August 20th Route 28 Public Outreach Session
- Reclassification of Superintendent out of Personal Bylaws
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196 Chatham Rd, Harwich
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BOARD OF WATER & WASTEWATER COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA*
Harwich Water Department, 196 Chatham Road, Harwich MA
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
9:00 a.m.
*As required by Open Meeting Law, you are hereby informed that the Town will be video and audio taping this public meeting.
Anyone in the audience who plans to video or audio tape this meeting must notify the Chair prior to the start of the meeting.
I.
PUBLIC COMMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS
II.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. August 11, 2026
2. August 20, 2026-Route 28 Informational Session
III.
ABATEMENTS
A. 7 Perry’s Way
B. 551 Route 28- Account #07577
IV.
NEW BUSINESS
A. August 20th Route 28 Public Outreach Session- Follow-Up
B. Mack Truck Agreement – Ballard Mack; $342,996.00
C. CAM Superline Split-Deck Trailer; Robert Childs, Inc.; $14,200
D. Newsletter Draft
E. Reclassification of Superintendent out of Personal Bylaws
F. Water Department Sign at Office
V.
OLD BUSINESS
A. Superintendent’s Evaluation
B. Feasibility Study Weston & Sampson Joint Building
C. Disaster Rate Discussion
VI.
SUPERINTENDENTS REPORT
VII.
COMMISSIONER’S REPORT
VIII.
CORRESPONDENCE / ANY OTHER BUSINESS
IX.
NEXT MEETING: TBD
X.
ADJOURNMENT
*Per the Attorney General’s Office: The Board of Water & Wastewater Commissioners may hold an open session for topics not reasonably
anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following “New Business.”
If you are deaf or hard of hearing or are …
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Health
Board to vote on Title 5 septic setback variances at 5 Highland Lane
The Harwich Board of Health will vote on a continuation of a Title 5 variance request for septic system setbacks at 5 Highland Lane, plus a new request to reconsider waiver conditions at 152 Pleasant Bay Rd. The board will also hear a presentation on EEE/WNV from the Barnstable County epidemiologist, take public comment, and vote on new licenses including temporary event permits and a septage hauler.
- Variance request at 5 Highland Lane: five separate Title 5 setback variances, including 5ft vs 10ft required for soil absorption system to northerly lot line
- Variance request for reconsideration of previously approved waiver conditions at 152 Pleasant Bay Rd
- Presentation from Cassidy O'Hara, Barnstable County epidemiologist, on EEE/WNV
- New licenses: temporary event permits for Bittersweet Herb Farm, Cape Cod Wicked Good Kettle Corn, Wild Game Sausage Man, Lighthouse Keeper's Pantry, Muddy Mary's Gourmet, Bramble Cottage Cape Cod, Chocolate Cafe (all at 100 Oak St)
- Septage hauler license for Maher Removal and Disposal Inc, Plymouth MA
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732 Main Street, Harwich
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TOWN OF HARWICH RECEIVED
TOWN CLERK
2026 SEP -9 P 2: 31
BOARD OF HEALTH
732 Main Street Harwich, MA 02645
508-430-7509
E-mail:
[email protected]
TOWN OF HARWICH BOARD OF HEALTH
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15" , 2026 - 6:30 P.M.
HARWICH TOWN HALL - DON B. GRIFFIN ROOM
MEETING AGENDA
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I- CALL TO ORDER
Il - PRESENTATION FROM CASSIDY O’HARA BARNSTABLE COUNTY
EPIDEMIOLOGIST EEE/WNV
II - PUBLIC COMMENT
IV - MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
August 18, 2026 - Vote to accept/deny/take this under consideration.
Board of Health Agenda September 15, 2026
V- OLD BUSINESS
1. CONTINATION OF VARIANCE REQUEST FROM TITLE 5 310 CMR 15.211
MINIMUM SETBACK DISTANCES- 5 HIGHLAND LANE - Vote to
accept/deny/take this under consideration.
TITLE 5 310 CMR
15.211(1) Soil Absorption System to Northerly Lot Line (10ft required — 5ft proposed —
5ft variance requested)
15.211(1) Septic Tank to Northerly Lot Line (10ft required — 6.1ft proposed — 3.9ft
variance requested)
15.211(1) Septic Tank to Easterly Lot Line (10ft required — 3ft proposed —7ft …
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 14:00
Board of Assessors
Harwich Board of Assessors to review tax abatements and exemptions
The Board of Assessors will meet to review August sales reports and approve minutes from the August 11, 2026, meeting. The board will also enter executive session to discuss and vote on specific tax abatement and exemption applications.
- Approval of August 11, 2026, meeting minutes
- Review of August sales reports
- Discussion and vote on tax abatement applications
- Discussion and vote on tax exemption applications
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BOARD OF ASSESSORS MEETING AGENDA
Assessor’s Office, Town Hall
Meeting 2:00 P.M.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
I.
Call to Order:
II.
Weekly Briefing:
III.
Public Comment/Announcements:
IV.
Approval of Minutes: 8/11/2026
V.
Old Business: Sales Reports August
VI.
New Business:
VII.
Executive Session:
-
Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(7) to comply with, or act under the authority of,
any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements, to discuss and vote
on tax abatement and exemption applications as authorized by M.G.L. c. 59, § 60.
A. Abatements:
B. Exemptions:
VIII. Next Meeting:
IX.
Adjournment:
Authorized posting officer:
Posted by:
Madison Griben
Clerk
Signature
Date:
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 16:00
Golf Committee
Harwich Golf Committee to discuss initial rates and fees
The Harwich Golf Committee is meeting to approve August meeting minutes, hear the director's report, and hold an initial discussion on rates and fees. The agenda is mostly routine, with the rate and fee discussion being the only substantive new business item.
- Initial Rate and Fee Discussion
- Approval of August meeting minutes
- Director's Report
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Small Hearing Room, Harwich Town Hall, Harwich
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Golf Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday September 15, 2026, 4:00PM
Small Meeting Room, Town Hall
732 Main St., Harwich, MA 02645
*As required by the Open Meeting law, you are hereby informed that the Town will be video
& audio recording as well as live broadcasting this public meeting. In addition, anyone in the
audience who intends to video or audia tape this meeting must notify the Chair prior to the
start of the meeting.
e Call To Order
Pledge of Allegiance
° Consent Agenda
© Approval of the meeting minutes from August
¢ Director's Report
° New Business
© Initial Rate and Fee Discussion
Adjournment
Per the Office of the Attorney General: The committee may hold an open session for topics not reasonably
anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following "New Business”. If you are deaf or hearing
impaired or a person with a disability who requires an accommodation, contact the Selectmen's Office @ 508-
430-7513. In accordance with state law, this lega! notice will also be avaliable electronically at
www.masspublicnotices.org . The Town of Harwich is not responsible for any errors in the electronic posting of
this legal notice.
ized Posting Officer: Posted By:
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Paul White, Golf Committee Chair
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
Historic District & Historical Commission
732 Main Street, Harwich
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
Select Board
Select Board to vote on $8.16M bond sale and police cruiser contract
The Harwich Select Board will vote on several items, including the sale of $8,155,000 in general obligation bonds, a contract for two police cruisers, and a one-day alcohol permit. They will also discuss zoning, housing, and a letter opposing the Massachusetts Ready Act.
- Vote to award $8,155,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2026 Bonds to Fidelity Capital Markets at $8,505,996.60
- Vote to approve contract with Colonial Municipal Group for two 2026 Ford Interceptor Utility AWD Police Cruisers at $136,428.50
- Vote to accept $1,500 grant from Cape Cod 5 Charitable Endowment
- Discussion/vote on special permit for one-day wines and malt permit for event at 204 Sisson Road on September 26, 2026
- Discussion/vote on Zoning Work Group and future of Harwich Housing Committee
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SELECT BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Donn B. Griffin Room, Town Hall
732 Main Street, Harwich, MA
6:00 p.m.
Monday, September 14, 2026
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THE BOARD MAY VOTE ON ANY ITEM LISTED ON THIS AGENDA
I.
CALL TO ORDER IN OPEN SESSION
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III.
COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Public
B. Staff
IV.
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
A. Weekly Briefing
V.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from September 8, 2026
B. Vote to accept a grant in the amount of $1500.00 from Cape Cod 5 Charitable Endowment
VI.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Discussion/vote on Zoning Work Group
B. Historic District & Historical Commission – Preservation Award Recipient Presentations
C. Vote to set In Person Early Voting hours and location for the 2026 State Election
D. Vote to award the sale of the $8,155,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2026
Bonds of the Town dated September 17, 2026 (the “Bonds”), to Fidelity Capital Markets, a
Division of National Financial Services …
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
Historic District & Historical Commission
Joint meeting with Board of Selectmen for awards ceremony
The Historic District and Historical Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Selectmen. The primary purpose of this session is a Historic Preservation Award Ceremony.
- Joint Meeting with the Board of Selectmen-Historic Preservation Award Ceremony
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I. RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER
According to MA Law anyone who intends to record the meeting must first notify the Chair who will then
inform the other attendees at the start of the meeting.
ll. Joint Meeting with the Board of Selectmen-Historic Preservation Award Ceremony
I. Adjourn
Next HDHC Board Meeting (subject to change) — September 16, 2026
*Per the Attorney General’s Office — Boards/Commission may hold an open session for topics not reasonably
anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following: New Business”.
Authorized Posting Officer: Lisa Shaw
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 13:00
Harwich Affordable Housing Trust
Trust to discuss housing applications, RFP, and deed vote
The Harwich Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on several affordable housing matters, including a Massachusetts Housing Partnership application for 0 Depot Road, a draft Request for Proposals for 0 Depot Street and 0 Oak Street, and a vote to sign a quitclaim deed for Lot R54. The board will also review Trust documents, a CPA application, and updates on properties like 7 Community Way, 5 Bells Neck, Bassett Lane, and 203 Bank Street.
- Discussion on Massachusetts Housing Partnership application - 0 Depot Road
- Discussion on draft Request for Proposals - 0 Depot Street and 0 Oak Street
- Vote to sign Quitclaim Deed, Lot R54 - Registry of Deeds Book 37410, Page 222
- Update on 5 Bells Neck inclusion onto SHI (Subsidized Housing Inventory) list
- Update on 203 Bank Street affordable units
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AGENDA
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
HARWICH AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST
GRIFFIN ROOM, TOWN HALL
732 MAIN STREET, HARWICH, MA 02645
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 - 1:00PM
Harwich Affordable Housing Trust
Sep 14, 2026, 1:00 – 3:00 PM (America/New_York)
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I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PUBLIC COMMENT
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes from July 13, 2026
IV.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Discussion on Massachusetts Housing Partnership application - 0 Depot Road
B. Discussion on draft Request for Proposals - 0 Depot Street and 0 Oak Street
C. Discussion on Trust documents
D. CPA Application
E. 7 Community Way - discussion
F. Vote to sign Quitclaim Deed, Lot R54 - Registry of Deeds Book 37410, Page 222 -
Bento taking
V.
OLD BUSINESS
A. Update on Safe Harbor request
B. 5 Bells Neck - inclusion onto SHI (Subsidized Housing Inventory) list
C. Bassett Lane - update
D. Harwich Affordable Housing Trust updated financials
E. Update on 203 Bank Street affordable units
VI.
FUTURE MEETING
A. October 12, 2026
1:00PM - Town Hall
VII.
CORRESPONDENCE
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
Historic District & Historical Commission
Joint meeting with Board of Selectmen for awards ceremony
The Historic District and Historical Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Selectmen. The primary purpose of this session is a Historic Preservation Award Ceremony.
- Historic Preservation Award Ceremony
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Historic District and Historical Commission
Town Hall - 732 Main Street – Griffin Room
September 14, 2026
Meeting Agenda
I. RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER
According to MA Law anyone who intends to record the meeting must first notify the Chair who will then
inform the other attendees at the start of the meeting.
II. Joint Meeting with the Board of Selectmen-Historic Preservation Award Ceremony
III. Adjourn
Next HDHC Board Meeting (subject to change) – September 16, 2026
*Per the Attorney General’s Office – Boards/Commission may hold an open session for topics not reasonably
anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following: New Business”.
Authorized Posting Officer: Lisa Shaw
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 18:00
Community Preservation Committee
CPC to review project updates, storm damage request, possible fund rescissions
The Harwich Community Preservation Committee will review updates on several open projects, discuss a storm damage request for the North Harwich Gravestone Project, and consider rescinding remaining balances from two older projects. The meeting is a regular business session with no final votes scheduled except possibly on the rescissions.
- Sand Pond Restroom Replacement Project: $125,000 (2019), $35,000 (2023), $33,000 (2025) additional funding
- Brooks Infield Replacement Project: $143,000
- Veterans Memorial Field Complex Shade Structure Project: $100,000
- Brooks Academy Exterior Preservation & Windows Restoration Project: $690,000
- Monomoy Regional School District Press Box Project: $100,000
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Griffin Meeting Room, Harwich Town Hall, Harwich
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T O W N O F H A R W I C H
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEE
Harwich Community Preservation Committee Agenda
Donn B. Griffin Room – Harwich Town Hall, 732 Main Street, Harwich, MA 02645
Thursday, September 10, 2026 Regular Meeting 6:00 PM
I CALL TO ORDER
Recording and Taping Notification: As required by law the Town may audio or video record this meeting.
Any person intending to either audio or video record this open session is required to inform the chair.
II Welcome Guests
A. Public Comment
III Approval of Minutes
A. Community Preservation Committee Meeting Minutes of July 9, 2026
IV New Business
A. Discussion: Projects Update
1. Projects Representative Neil Murphy, Town of Harwich’s new Recreation Director
Harwich Recreation Department open projects -
2019 ATM Article #43 Sand Pond Restroom Replacement Project, $125,000
2023 ATM Article #33 Sand Pond Restroom Replacement Project - Additional Funding, $35,000
2025 ATM Article #32 Sand Pond Restroom Replacement Project - Additional Funding, $33,000
And possibly
2025 ATM Article #31 Brooks Infield Replacement Project, $143,000
2025 ATM Article #33 Veterans Memorial Field Complex Shade Structure Project, $100,000
2. Project Representative Sean Libby, Town of Harwich Facilities Maintenance Manager
Brooks Academy Museum Commission open project -
2023 ATM Article #27 Brooks Academy Exterior Preservation & Windows Restoration Project, $690,000
3. Project Representative Attorney Anthony Bowe …
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 16:00
Cultural Council
Harwich Cultural Council reviews FY27 funding and grant cycle at September meeting
The Harwich Cultural Council will meet on September 10, 2026, to discuss FY27 funding allocation and review the open grant cycle. The agenda includes reports from the Chair and Treasurer, updates on community outreach, and planning for future meetings.
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Cultural Arts Municipal Building, Creative Suit, Harwich
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Per the Attorney General’s Office: The committee may hold an open session for topics not
reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following “New
Business.” If you are deaf or hard of hearing or a person with a disability who requires an
accommodation, please contact the Selectmen’s Office at 508-430-7513.
HARWICH CULTURAL COUNCIL
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
Cultural Arts Municipal Building, Creative Suite
204 Sission Rd., Harwich
Call to Order
Public Comment and Announcement
• Chair’s Report
• Treasurer's Report
Old Business
• Partnering with Harwich Culture to streamline social updates, culture messaging, across
social sites
• Continued Community Outreach
New Business
• Grant Cycle is open
• FY27 Allocation of Funding Review
Agenda Building
• Items for next month’s meeting
Adjournment
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 11:00
Capital Outlay Committee
Harwich Capital Outlay Committee to discuss sewer costs and FY2028 planning
The committee will review sewer cost expenditures for Phases 2, 3, and 3A, as well as projected costs from the 2026 Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan. Members will also discuss the process and timeline for the Fiscal Year 2028 Capital Plan.
- Debt presentation by Finance Director Jennifer Mince
- Review of sewer cost expenditures for Phase 2, Phase 3, and Phase 3A
- Discussion of projected wastewater treatment and recharge costs
- Update on committee recommendations to the Charter Commission
- Planning for the Fiscal Year 2028 Capital Plan process
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Griffin Room, Town Hall, Harwich
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CAPITAL OUTLAY MEETING AGENDA*
Capital Outlay Committee
Donn B. Griffin Room, Town Hall
732 Main Street, Harwich, MA 02645
Regular Session: 11:00 A.M.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
CONSENT
A. Approve meeting minutes from August 12, 2026
III.
PRESENTATIONS
A. Debt Presentation by Jennifer Mince, Finance Director
IV.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Update on the Capital Outlay Committee recommendations changes to the Charter Commission
August 2026
B. Discussion on Fiscal Year 2028 Capital Plan Process
1. Rules of the Road
2. Process
3. Timeline
C. Discussion and review of Sewer Costs
1. Committed to date vs. actual expenditures for Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 3A
2. 2026 Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan projected costs for treatment and
recharge and Phase 4-8
D. Discussion on potential topics for future agendas
E. Discussion on potential site visits (not a public meeting)
V.
ADJOURN
*As required by Open Meeting Law, you are hereby informed that the Town will be video and audio taping as
well as live broadcasting this public meeting. In addition, anyone in the audience who plans to video or audio
tape this meeting must notify the Chair prior to the start of the meeting.
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:30
Recreation and Youth Committee
Harwich Recreation and Youth Committee to discuss splash pad with BETA Group
The Harwich Recreation and Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 8, 2026, at 5:30 PM. The main item of business is a discussion about the splash pad with BETA Group, a consultant. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Splash Pad discussion with BETA Group
- Meeting held at The Harwich Channel Studio, 100 Oak Street, Harwich, MA
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100 Oak Street, Harwich
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Harwich Recreation & Youth Commission Agenda
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 5:30 PM
The Harwich Channel Studio, 100 Oak Street, Harwich, MA 02645
Recording and Taping Notification: As required by law the Town may audio or video record this meeting.
Any person intending to either audio or video record this open session is required to inform the chair.
1. RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER
2. OLD BUSINESS
a. Splash Pad discussion – BETA Group
3. ADJOURNMENT
*Per the Attorney General’s Office – Boards/Commissions may hold an open session for topics not reasonably
anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following “New Business”.
Next Recreation and Youth Commission Meeting (Subject to Change/Cancellation) – 09/22/2026
Requests for accommodation for any person having a disability can be made by contacting the
Administration Office at 508-430-7513.
Authorized Posting Officer: Elaine Banta,
[email protected] / 508-430-7553.
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Board
Planning Board to continue hearing on 38,403 sq ft landscaping supply yard at 246 Queen Anne Road
The Harwich Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing for a site plan review special permit for a new 38,403-square-foot wholesale landscaping supply yard with eight parking spaces at 246 Queen Anne Road. The board will also vote on a representative to the Community Preservation Committee, adopt draft meeting minutes, and receive updates from the Town Planner on the Hazard Mitigation Plan, a KP Law presentation, and Bassett's Lane.
- Continued public hearing PB2026-06 for 246 Queen Anne Road: 38,403 sq ft outdoor commercial space, 8 parking spaces, IL zoning district
- Vote to nominate Planning Board representative to Community Preservation Committee (candidate: Annie Newman)
- Adoption of draft meeting minutes from multiple dates in 2025 and 2026
- Town Planner update: Hazard Mitigation Plan approval, KP Law presentation recap, Bassett's Lane memo to Affordable Housing Trust Fund
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Small Hearing Room, Harwich Town Hall , Harwich
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RECEIVED
Harwich Planning Board TOWN CLERK
Harwich Planning Board Meeting Location /[/} SEP -3 }2: 05
Small Conference Room, Harwich Town Hall 732 Main Street Harwich, MA 02645
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 8, 2026- 6:30 PM
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via the GoToMeeting format. Members of the public with any interest in providing
testimony regarding any item on the agenda should plan for in-person attendance.
RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER
According to MA Law anyone who intends to record the meeting must first notify the Chair
who will then inform the other attendees at the start of the meeting.
IL OPEN MEETING:
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
I. PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Continued Public Hearing from June 9, 2026, June 23, 2026, July 28, 2026,
August 11, 2026, and August 25, 2026, PB2026-06, 246 Queen Anne Road
Realty Trust, owner and trustee Nicholas G. Mitchell III, through his agent
Robert S. Rego, Professional Engineer, River Hawk Environmental, seeks
approval for Site Plan Review Special Permit with request for waivers. The
proposed project is a new outdoor commer …
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
Select Board
Select Board to vote on road race permit, fees, and state letters
The Harwich Select Board will hold a regular meeting with votes on a special permit for a road race, eliminating the Building Department Technology Fee, and sending letters to state legislators on several matters. They will also hear a presentation on a new financial transparency portal and handle routine consent agenda items.
- Special permit for Second Summer Cycle road race on Sept 13, 2026, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on various Harwich roads
- Vote to eliminate the Building Department Technology Fee
- Draft letter of opposition to Massachusetts Ready Act
- Letters to state legislature on Town Meeting Articles 31 (Fertilizer Reduction Bylaw) and 32 (SGAR Rodenticide Restriction)
- Accept $250 gift to Community Center from Christopher Senie
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✓ Decided: Harwich Select Board approves road race permit and eliminates building technology fee
The Select Board approved a special permit for a Second Summer Cycle road race and voted to eliminate the Building Department technology fee. The Board also authorized a letter to state legislation regarding 2026 Annual Town Meeting articles and decided to maintain the current process for liquor license violation hearings.
- Approved August 24, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
- Accepted $250 gift to Community Center from Christopher Senie (5-0-0)
- Accepted resignation of Anthony Dimauro from Housing Committee (5-0-0)
- Denied Eversource Energy request for underground service installation (1-4-0)
- Approved special permit for Second Summer Cycle road race on September 13, 2026 (5-0-0)
- Authorized Chair to sign Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for 203 Bank Street (5-0-0)
- Eliminated Building Department technology fee (5-0-0)
- Approved letter to State Legislation regarding 2026 Town Meeting Articles 31 and 32 (5-0-0)
Griffin Room, Town Hall, Harwich
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SELECT BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Donn B. Griffin Room, Town Hall
732 Main Street, Harwich, MA
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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taping as well as live broadcasting this public meeting. In addition, anyone in the audience who plans
to video or audio tape this meeting must notify the Chair prior to the start of the meeting.
THE BOARD MAY VOTE ON ANY ITEM LISTED ON THIS AGENDA
I.
CALL TO ORDER IN OPEN SESSION
III.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV.
COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Public
B. Staff
VI.
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
A. Weekly Briefing
VII.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve Select Board Meeting Minutes from August 24, 2026
B. Vote to accept a gift to the Community Center in the amount of $250 from Christopher Senie
to be used to benefit the Community Center and that a thank you letter be sent to Mr. Senie on
behalf of the Select Board
C. Vote to approve the Assistant Town Administrator’s recommendation to grant permission by
NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy to install 35’ +/- of 1-3” conduit and one
(1) new handhole for underground service
D. Vote to accept the resignation of Anthony Dimauro from the Housing Committee effective
immediately
VI …
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732 MAIN STREET, HARWICH MA HAP SICH MA
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
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MEMBERS PARTICIPATING: Chair Peter Piekarski, Vice Chair Mark Kelleher, Clerk Jeffrey
Handler, Member Anita Doucette & Member Don Howell
ALSO PARTICIPATING: Town Administrator Jay McGrail, Assistant Town Administrator Jim
Mulcahy, Finance Director Jennifer Mince & Executive Assistant Jennifer Clarke
CALL TO ORDER IN OPEN SESSION
Mr. Piekarski called the meeting to order in open session.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mr. Piekarski invited everyone to join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Public
Richard Waystack was present and wanted to recognize a woman who was a 90-year-old resident
of Harwich and had long served the community in many ways including working with the Elder
Services of Cape Cod, was a member of the Council on Aging Board of Directors and was also a
long-term volunteer of the front desk at the Harwich Council on Aging. Joanne Lepore was an
outstanding volunteer and incredible person who passed away a few weeks ago. Mr. Waystack
recognized the staff of the Harwich Council on Aging that were a large part of Ms. Lepore’s life
and stayed with her during her last days and moments.
B. Staff
On behalf of the Harwich Charter Commission, Richard Waystack was present and announced that
at their regular meeting on August 27", the Charter Commission took a formal vote to approve the …
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:00
Planning Board
Planning Board to discuss changes to the State's Zoning Act
The Harwich Planning Board will hold a joint meeting with the Zoning Board of Appeals. KP Law will provide a presentation regarding recent changes to MGL Chapter 40A, the State's Zoning Act.
- Presentation by KP Law on MGL Chapter 40A State's Zoning Act changes
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732 Main Street, Harwich
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Planning Board TOWN CLEA
Harwich Planning Board Meeting Location) 21 PF 32
Griffin Room, Harwich Town Hall 732 Main Street Harwich, MA 02645
Meeting Agenda
Thursday, September 3, 2026-5:00 PM
This meeting of the Planning Board will be held in-person and may be available as a live broadcast on Harwich Channel
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I. CALL TO ORDER; RECORDING NOTICE
As required by law, the Town may audio or video record this meeting. Any person intending to either
audio or video record this open session is required to inform the Chair.
II. PUBLIC MEETING
a. Presentation by KP Law on recent changes to MGL Chapter 40A State’s Zoning Act
HI. ADJOURN
Plans, site plans and all related documents to the above matters are available to review on the Planning Board
webpage on the Town of Harwich website or may be viewed, by appointment, at the Town Clerk, Building, or
Planning Department offices at Town Hall, 732 Main Street, Har …
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:00
Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA to hear presentation on recent MGL Chapter 40A zoning law changes
The Harwich Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a joint meeting with the Planning Board. The main item is a presentation by KP Law on recent changes to MGL Chapter 40A, the state Zoning Act. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Joint Planning Board/Zoning Board of Appeals meeting
- Presentation by KP Law on MGL Chapter 40A changes
- Meeting held in-person at Town Hall Griffin Room and remotely via GoTo Meeting
- Next ZBA meeting scheduled for September 30, 2026
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TOWN OF HARWICH
ZONING BOARD of APPEALS
5:00PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2026
TOWN HALL – GRIFFIN ROOM
AGENDA
This meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals will be held in-person and may be available as a live broadcast on Harwich Channel 18
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I. CALL TO ORDER; RECORDING NOTICE
As required by law, the Town may audio or video record this meeting. Any person intending to either audio or
video record this open session is required to inform the Chair.
II. PUBLIC MEETING
a. Presentation by KP Law on recent changes to MGL Chapter 40A States Zoning Act
III. ADJOURN
Plans, site plans and all related documents to the above matters are available to review on the Board of Appeals webpage or may be
viewed, by appointment, at the Town Clerk’s or the Building Department offices at Town Hall, 732 Main Street, Harwich, MA 02645.
In accordance with State Law, this will also be avail …
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 19:00
Brooks Free Library Board of Trustees
Library Board to discuss borrowing policies and long-range planning
The Brooks Free Library Board of Trustees will discuss policies regarding reciprocal borrowing privileges and meeting room use. The board will also discuss funding sources for long-range planning and library programming.
- Discussion of reciprocal borrowing privileges for decertified libraries
- Policy clarification regarding meeting room use
- Discussion of funding sources for long-range planning
- Update on Egan Trust Fund and funding restrictions
- Discussion of library furnishings and break room renovation
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Brooks Free Library, Harwich
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Brooks Free Library Board of Trustees
Wed. September 2, 2026 at 7 pm
Thornton Room, Brooks Free Library
739 Main St., Harwich MA 02645
AGENDA
1. Call to Order/Attendance
2. Public Comment
3. Vote to Approve Session Minutes July 8, 2026
4. Reports
A. Chair
B. Review of Staff Report and Other Information in Meeting Packet
C. Building & Grounds Committee
D. Personnel Committee
5. Correspondence
6. Old Business
A. Egan Trust Fund and funding restriction (update)
7. New Business
A. Vote to Accept Monetary Donations - (none)
B. Policy Discussion: Reciprocal Borrowing Privileges / Decertified Libraries (Discussion
and possible vote)
C. Policy Clarification: Meeting room use
D. Funding sources for Long Range Planning
E. Programming discussion
F. Safe deposit box
G. Library furnishings
H. Break room renovation
8. Trustee Reports and Requests for Next Meeting’s Agenda
9. Upcoming Meetings/Events
A. Library Board of Trustees - October 7, 2026
B. Library Board of Trustees - November 4, 2026
C. Library Board of Trustees - December 2, 2026
10. Adjournment
Authorized posting officer
Posted by
___Carey Sims ___
_______________________
Brooks Free Library
Town Clerk’s Office
Agenda submitted for electronic posting to Town website.
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 18:00
Historic District & Historical Commission
Commission to hear request to demolish 100-year-old structure at 202 Route 28
The Harwich Historic District and Historical Commission will hold a public hearing on a Notice of Intent to fully demolish a structure over 100 years old at 202 Route 28, Map 11 Parcel T6-0, to create public parking and a trailhead. The meeting also includes new business on a Historic Preservation Restriction Agreement for 62 Route 28 LLC and discussion of expanding the Harwich Historic District.
- Public hearing HH2026-22: Full demolition of structure at 202 Route 28, Map 11 Parcel T6-0, for public parking and trailhead
- New Business: Historic Preservation Restriction Agreement for 62 Route 28 LLC
- Old Business: Consideration of expansion of the Harwich Historic District
- Old Business: Harwich Historic Preservation Awards
- Old Business: Revolutionary War House Plaques
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Historic District and Historical Commission
Town Hall - 732 Main Street — Small Hearing Room
SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 6:00 PM
Meeting Agenda
I. RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER 202 AUS 274
According to MA Law anyone who intends to record the meeting must first notify the Chair who will then
inform the other attendees at the start of the meeting.
II. PUBLIC HEARINGS
HH2026-22: The Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts, Inc. owner, through their agent, The
Harwich Conservation Trust, has filed a Notice of Intent. The project proposes a full demolition of the
structure on the property. The area will be reused as public parking and a trailhead. The structure is over 100
years old according to Town Assessing records and located at 202 Route 28, Map: 11 Parcel: T6-0.
III. PUBLIC MEETING *
A. Approval of Meeting Minutes-August 19, 2026
B. New Business
1 Historic Preservation Restriction Agreement-62 Route 28 LLC.
C. Old Business
1. Consideration/Discussion of the expansion of the Harwich Historic District
2. Harwich Historic Preservation Awards
3. Revolutionary War House Plaques
4. MACRIS- CPC Project Update
IV. Correspondence/Briefings
Vv. Adjourn
Next HDHC Board Meeting (subject to change) — September 16, 2026
*Per the Attorney General’s Office — Boards/Commission may hold an open session for topics not reasonably
anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting following: New Business”.
Authorized Posting Officer: Lisa Shaw
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MINUTES RECEIVED
Historic District and Historical Commission TOWN CLERK
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EDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 6:00PM ao, cco 1] A 9.43
MEMBERS PARTICIPATING: Mary Maslowski, Chair, Bob Doane, Vice Chair, Paul
Doane, Lynne Zalesak, Brendan Lowney and Kyle McDonald
I. RECORDING NOTICE; CALL TO ORDER
Ms. Maslowski called the special meeting of the Historic District and Historical Commission to
order on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 6:00PM. The Chair conducted a roll call and
declared a quorum.
II. PUBLIC HEARINGS
11H2026-22: The Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts, Inc, owner, through their
agent, The Harwich Conservation Trust, has filed a Notice of Intent. The project proposes a
full demolition of the structure on the property. The area will be reused as public parking and a
trailhead. The structure is over 100 years old according to Town Assessing records and located at
202 Route 28, Map: 11 Parcel: T6-0.
Ms. Maslowski opened the Public Hearing and read Case HH2026-22 as presented.
John Idman, Trustee, Michael Lach, Executive Director and Tom Evans, President of the
Harwich Conservation Trust were present. Mr. Idman reviewed the high points of the proposed
project. He described the unique circumstances and gave a brief history of the property as well
as noted the benefits of the proposed project. Mr. Idman explained in detail why this project is
not detrimental to the town and that it …
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