Dennis public meetings in 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two deck-related special permits (7 Paul Street and 8 Mandigo Road) and vote on a second extension for a variance condition at 70 Center Street. Four other items—including the Setucket Heights subdivision appeal and three special permits—are continued to January 27, 2025.

• 7 Paul Street: special permit to replace a 16'x20' deck with an 18'x23' deck partly within the setback
• 8 Mandigo Road: special permit to enclose a deck, increasing site coverage on a non-conforming dwelling
• 28 Alexander Drive: appeal of building commissioner's non-enforcement decision continued to January 27
• 70 Center Street: second extension request for variance condition requiring parking corrections by December 31, 2025
• 16 Spruce Way, 174 Lower County Road, 18 Country Lane: special permits continued to January 27

Caleb Chase Fund Committee

The Caleb Chase Fund Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss and vote on a list of approved recipients for the December 2024 fund disbursement. The agenda includes a call to order, public comment, and adjournment. No specific recipients or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Discuss and vote on list of approved recipients for December 2024 disbursement

Zoning Bylaw Study Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Study Committee will continue discussions on a new home-based business bylaw. The body will also review the current ADU bylaw effective February 1, 2025, and proposed state ADU laws.

• Discussion on a new home-based business bylaw
• Review of ADU bylaw effective February 1, 2025
• Review of proposed state ADU laws and potential restrictions
• Discussion on funding for Planning Department staffing
• Updates on a town overlay district

Tourism Committee

The Tourism Committee will meet to discuss the FY2026 budget and receive an update from the Chamber. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes.

• FY2026 Budget discussion
• Chamber update

Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council

The Dennis Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council will meet on December 19, 2024 at 5:30 PM at the Dennis Police Department. Agenda items include reviewing a program from Barnstable and logistics for bringing it to Dennis, hearing an update on ROAR 2024 and plans for 2025, reviewing available funds, and welcoming new members. The council will also consider the need for a minute-taker and review prior meeting minutes.

• Review of a program presented in Barnstable and logistics to bring it to Dennis
• Update on ROAR 2024, plans for 2025, and how funds raised are utilized
• Review of available funds
• Welcome to new members
• Thanks to Josee Cardinal Young for acting as Dennis representative to CAREMASS

Conservation Commission

The Dennis Conservation Commission will hold hearings on several Notices of Intent for shoreline work and septic upgrades. The body will also discuss enforcement orders and issue certificates of compliance for completed projects.

• 27 Uncle Barneys Road: Proposed bulkhead replacement and construction of pier, ramp, and float
• 2 Luscombe Lane: Proposed reconstruction of beach access stairs and revetment repairs
• 91 & 97 Old Wharf Road: After-the-fact emergency maintenance to revetment and beach access stairs
• 107, 109, & 111 Farm Lane: Proposed house removal, new barn construction, and pathway relocation
• 136 Taunton Avenue: Enforcement Order discussion

Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee

The Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee will first approve minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting. New business includes updates on the 187 Upper County Road project, the Bass River Park subcommittee, and the 2025 Dennis Port concert schedule. The committee will also consider coordination with local groups such as Friends of the Bass River.

• Approve minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting
• Review and approve notes on the 187 Upper County Road project
• Discuss Bass River Park subcommittee updates and public‑access plan
• Consider inviting Friends of the Bass River and other groups for coordination
• Review the Dennis Port concert schedule for 2025

Capital Outlay Committee

The Dennis Capital Outlay Committee will meet on December 18, 2024 at 3:00 PM in the Town Hall. The notice states that the listed time frames are approximate and that additional items may be discussed, but no concrete proposals, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the agenda.

Shellfish Committee

The Shellfish Committee will meet to review minutes from November 20, 2024, and discuss a Constable update. The committee will also address the Town Report due in January.

• Review of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Constable update
• Town Report due in January

Council on Aging Board

The Dennis Council on Aging Board will meet on December 17, 2024 at 9 a.m. in the Ickis Room at the Dennis Center for Active Living. The agenda includes a Director’s Report, Chair’s Report, and an approval of the November 19, 2024 minutes. Reports from the Outreach Coordinator, Disability Committee, Friends of Dennis Senior Citizens, Inc., Elder Services, VNA, and the Selectman are scheduled, along with discussion of thrift‑shop donations.

• Approval of November 19, 2024 Minutes
• Director’s Report
• Chair’s Report
• Outreach Coordinator’s Report on food insecurity, housing, and fuel assistance
• Thrift shop donations

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School Council will meet to discuss the 24-25 handbook (pages 11-21) and hold an open forum. The agenda is limited to these items, with no other substantive business listed.

• Discussion of 24-25 handbook, pages 11-21
• Open forum for public comment

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School Council is meeting to review pages 11-21 of the 2024-25 student handbook and hold an open forum. No substantive decisions or votes are listed.

• Review of 2024-25 handbook pages 11-21
• Open forum for public comment

Dennis Affordable Housing Trust

The Dennis Affordable Housing Trust will meet to receive updates from the Housing Coordinator and Co-Chairs. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Bob Crowell Road Project and a consultant process for the Trust website.

• Housing Coordinator Update: CHAPA MEI Program, SHI List, SRR Tenant, and Shared Regional Housing Services
• Discussion of Bob Crowell Road Project
• Trust Website Consultant Process
• Co-Chair updates on Trust property landscaping and Real Estate Transfer Fee
• Approval of August and September 2024 minutes

School Committee

The Finance Subcommittee will review the FY 2025 Budget Update and discuss preliminary budget projections for FY 2026. The meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2024, at the Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate Middle School.

• FY 2025 Budget Update
• FY 2026 Preliminary Budget Projections

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to discuss elementary grade MCAS presentations and subcommittee reports. A motion is on the table to authorize public bidding for the repair or replacement of turf fields at Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate/Middle School.

• Motion to authorize public bidding for DYIMS turf field repair/replacement
• First reading of Policy DJA (Purchasing Authority) and Policy KDCB (Website and Social Media)
• Acceptance of donation of two pairs of Bose Headphones from Deborah Benassi
• MCAS Presentations for Elementary Grades

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue its evaluation of a special review site plan for the 1 Love Lane campus. This proposal involves converting the site from a nursing home into a family transition shelter center.

• Evaluation of 1 Love Lane Campus Plan: conversion from nursing home to family transition shelter
• Appointment of Planning Board member to Economic Development and Community Preservation Committees
• Welcome new Alternates to the Planning Board

Solid Waste & Recycling Committee

The committee will meet to review reports from the Director and Transfer Station Foreman. Discussion topics include financial considerations for a new sticker, a wind study/capture, and end-of-year information.

• Financial considerations for new sticker
• Wind Study/Capture discussion
• End of the year information
• Acceptance of August 2024 minutes

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Bass River Project and review legal opinions on CPC procedures and a memorandum of understanding. The meeting also includes a vote to adopt the annual report and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Bass River Project update
• Review of legal opinions regarding CPC procedures and memorandum of understanding
• Vote to adopt this year's annual report
• Approval of September 12, October 10, and October 17, 2024 minutes

Board of Health

The Dennis Board of Health will hear several variance applications and show cause hearings for noncompliance with septic system orders, sanitary code violations, and other regulations. Many items are continued from previous meetings, including hearings for failure to upgrade septic systems and correct unsafe housing conditions. The board will also consider a request to reduce testing requirements for a wastewater treatment system and review modifications to previously approved plans.

• Variance application for failed system at 37 South Village Road, West Dennis (Betty Harrison)
• Show cause hearing for noncompliance with septic upgrade order at 27 Thoreau Drive, Dennis (Clint & Brenda Dale, continued)
• Show cause hearing for noncompliance with fuel storage regulations at 17 Neil Road, Dennisport (continued)
• Variance application for addition/alteration at 201 Sea Street, East Dennis (Jane McCuine, continued)
• Request to reduce testing requirements for wastewater treatment system at 61 Horse Foot Road, West Dennis (Stephen & Cynthia Peterson)

Capital Outlay Committee

The committee will review and consider several capital requests for ranking. Discussion may also include supporting administrative additional proposals.

• General Gov. (Town Fleet)
• Informational Technology
• Property/Buildings
• Police
• Fire

Josiah Dennis Manse Committee

The Josiah Dennis Manse Committee will meet to review building and grounds updates. The body will discuss potential displays for the 2025 season and the need for new members and docents.

• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Building and grounds update
• Planning for 2025 season displays
• Recruitment of new members and docents

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District committee will meet to research and review Certificate of Appropriateness plans for several properties. The agenda includes requests for solar installations, additions, garages, fences, and siding across Dennis, South Dennis, and East Dennis.

• Solar installation: 36 Uncle Bills Way, South Dennis
• Addition: 14 Matthew Street, South Dennis
• Garage: 133 Forest Pines Drive, East Dennis
• Fence: 65 Jasmine Way, South Dennis
• Sunroom and roof deck: 524 Route 6A, Dennis

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Policy Subcommittee will discuss a proposed new policy on district website and social media (KDCB) and review sections of the policy manual covering fiscal management (DGA, DH, DJ, DJA, DK) and student enrollment (JFBB School Choice). The meeting is a discussion and review session, not a final decision-making body.

• New Policy KDCB – District Website and Social Media
• Review of Section D: Fiscal Management (Authorized Signatures, Bonded Employees, Purchasing, Payment Procedures)
• Review of Section J: JFBB School Choice

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will review the FY26 budget, including departmental reviews and reserve fund transfers, and consider the relocation of the DPW municipal building. The meeting also includes administrative matters, such as appointing student officers and police officers, and licensing renewals.

• FY26 budget review and departmental reviews
• DPW freightliner truck repair reserve fund transfer of $70,000
• Review of final ARPA allocation of funds
• Consolidation/relocation of the DPW municipal building at BoB Crowell Road
• Review and consider appointing student officers and police officers

Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss routine administrative items including membership updates, a chapter of the Local Comprehensive Plan, and the annual report. No specific votes or public hearings are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Discussion of a chapter of the Local Comprehensive Plan
• Updates on committee membership and liaisons to other boards
• Presentation of the annual report

Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will meet to provide updates on membership and representation, review the Economic Development chapter of the Local Comprehensive Plan, discuss the committee's webpage, review its charge, examine the draft annual report, and receive an update from the town planner. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Updates on membership and representation on other committees
• Local Comprehensive Plan – Economic Development Chapter review
• Economic Development Committee webpage update
• Committee charge review
• Draft annual report review

Golf Advisory Committee

The Dennis Golf Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss budgetary requests, and review updates on capital improvement projects and the Dennis Highlands 5-hole damage.

• Approval of September 9, 2024 minutes
• Status of supplementary budgetary requests
• Director of Golf financials and budget update
• Update on Capital improvement Projects
• Update on Dennis Highlands 5' Hole damage

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss updates on Kelley Park clubhouse, Upper County Church property, and a new building planning committee. The main new business is a brainstorming session on future recreation projects for the next 3-5 years. The meeting includes liaison reports, program updates, and a disability committee update.

• Kelley Park clubhouse update from D. Pineau
• Upper County Church property next steps update
• Discussion of Building Committee personnel, timing, and mission
• Brainstorming session on future Recreation projects for 3-5 years
• Disability Committee update from G. Kaeselau

Department of Public Utilities

The Department of Public Utilities will hold four public hearings to consider NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy’s petition to approve its 2025‑2027 Energy Efficiency Plan. The plan proposes a total budget of $1,486,314,510 and outlines modest residential bill increases. Residents may submit written comments by Dec 6, 2024, and intervene in the evidentiary phase by the specified petition deadlines.

• Petition for approval of a $1,486,314,510 three‑year energy efficiency plan (2025‑2027)
• Projected residential bill increases of $4.54‑$4.67 per month in 2025
• In‑person hearings: Dec 3 (Worcester), Dec 4 (New Bedford), Dec 5 (Boston)
• Virtual hearing: Dec 5, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. via Zoom
• Written comment deadline: Friday, Dec 6, 2024, 5:00 p.m.

Department of Public Utilities

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities is holding public hearings on NSTAR Electric d/b/a Eversource Energy's proposed 2025–2027 Three-Year Energy Efficiency Plan. The plan includes a total budget of $1,486,314,510 and would increase typical residential bills in Eastern Massachusetts by $4.54/month in 2025, $1.23 in 2026, and $2.37 in 2027. Written comments are due by December 6, 2024.

• Proposed three-year energy efficiency plan with a $1,486,314,510 budget
• Residential (R-1) Eastern MA bill increases: $4.54/month (2025), $1.23 (2026), $2.37 (2027)
• Residential low-income (R-2) Eastern MA bill increases: $2.36/month (2025), $0.64 (2026), $1.23 (2027)
• In-person public hearings December 3 (Worcester), December 4 (New Bedford), December 5 (Boston); virtual hearing December 5
• Interpretation services available in multiple languages at hearings

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold hearings on several residential and town projects, including beach access and revetment repairs. The body will also issue orders of conditions and certificates of compliance for completed work.

• 2 Luscombe Lane: Proposed reconstruction of beach access stairs and revetment repairs
• 27 Uncle Barney’s Road: Proposed removal of wood retaining wall and regrading
• 91 & 97 Old Wharf Road: After-the-fact emergency maintenance to revetment and stairs
• 58 Hiram Pond Road: Proposed screened porch construction
• 217 & 241 Old Wharf Road: Proposed reconstruction and extension of stone revetment

Arts & Culture Council

The Dennis Arts and Culture Council will hold a public meeting to discuss and potentially decide on 2025 grant requests. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes, updates on final reports and payments, and scheduling of the January meeting.

• Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on final reports and payments
• Consideration of 2025 grant requests
• Schedule January meeting

Capital Outlay Committee

The Dennis Capital Outlay Committee will meet on December 4, 2024, at 3:00 PM to consider requests to replace existing vehicles and equipment for the Department of Public Works headquarters and vehicle storage garage. The meeting will be held at 120 Theophilus F. Smith Road, South Dennis, MA, and will be video and audio recorded. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the committee will review the requests.

• Review of capital vehicle and equipment replacement requests for DPW Headquarters & Vehicle Storage Garage

South Dennis Historic District Committee

The South Dennis Historic District Commission will hold a public meeting on December 4, 2024, to review and decide on nine applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The applications involve exterior changes such as chimneys, paint, stone walls, solar panels, roofs, doors, windows, siding, and a deck at various properties in the district. Minutes from the November 6 meeting will also be approved.

• Ross Fox — chimney and paint at 167 Main Street, South Dennis
• William Baker — stone wall at 66 Old Main Street, West Dennis
• Cheryl Fouracre — paint at 21 Upper County Road, South Dennis
• Stephen Kelly — solar at 26 River Dale South, South Dennis
• Ed Johnston — door and windows at 28 Fresh Pond Circle, South Dennis

Department of Public Utilities

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities is considering Eversource's proposed Three-Year Energy Efficiency Plan for 2025-2027, which includes a budget of $1,486,314,510 and would increase typical residential bills by $4.54/month in 2025 for Eastern Massachusetts customers. The DPU will hold public hearings in Worcester, New Bedford, Boston, and virtually on December 3-5, 2024 to receive comments.

• Proposed total budget of $1,486,314,510 for 2025-2027 ($447M in 2025, $502M in 2026, $537M in 2027)
• Typical residential (R-1) customer in Eastern Massachusetts would see a $4.54 monthly bill increase (2.4%) in 2025
• In-person hearings: Dec 3 in Worcester, Dec 4 in New Bedford, Dec 5 in Boston; virtual hearing Dec 5
• Plan claims $13 billion in total benefits to Massachusetts customers from $5 billion statewide investment
• Comment deadline: December 6, 2024; virtual hearing Zoom ID: 895 1857 3642

Select Board

The Select Board will review the FY2026 budget, including departmental presentations for Public Works, Public Safety, Culture/Recreation, and Planning/Community Development. They will also consider approving a conservation restriction at 272 Route 6A (Tobey West Property) and a PILOT exemption request from the Dennis Housing Authority for FY25. Other administrative items include discussing a proposed pathway on William Crowell Road and a draft public comment policy.

• FY2026 budget review with departmental presentations
• Review and consider approving conservation restriction at 272 Route 6A (Tobey West Property)
• Review and consider authorizing Housing Authority PILOT exemption for FY25
• Discuss proposed pathway/overlook on Town-owned William Crowell Road
• Review and consider draft public comment policy

Department of Public Utilities

The Department of Public Utilities is holding public hearings regarding NSTAR Electric Company's (Eversource Energy) Three-Year Energy Efficiency Plan for 2025 through 2027. The proposal includes energy efficiency programs for residential, low-income, and commercial and industrial customers.

• Proposed total budget of $1,486,314,510 for the 2025-2027 term
• Estimated monthly bill increase of $4.54 for typical Eastern MA residential customers in 2025
• Estimated monthly bill increase of $4.67 for typical Western MA residential customers in 2025
• Public hearing on December 3, 2024, at Hogan Campus Center, Worcester
• Public hearing on December 4, 2024, at Keith Middle School, New Bedford

Alternative Energy Committee

The committee will review minutes from November 4, 2024, receive updates on Green Communities and municipal energy programs, and discuss progress on the EV charging station pilot project, the Encon study for a competitive grant, and golf course solar/cart electrification. They will also consider the next Green Communities Grant application. Public comment is invited.

• Review of 04Nov2024 meeting minutes
• Update on EV-CS pilot project agreement status
• Update on Encon Study/Project for Competitive Green Communities Grant
• Update on golf course solar and cart electrification
• Discussion of next Green Communities Grant application

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee will hold a regular meeting with reports from student representatives and principals on MCAS results. The committee will vote on adopting an updated policy (BG) and a new policy (AA-1) regarding school committee policy development and regional district legal status. The superintendent will present an update on the FY26 budget process and timeline.

• Vote to adopt Policy BG (School Committee Policy Development) as revised
• Vote to replace Policy AA with new Policy AA-1 (Regional School District Legal Status)
• MCAS presentations by principals of DYHS and DYMS
• FY26 Budget Process, Timeline & Update from Superintendent
• Recognition of donations and acknowledgments

Planning Board

The Planning Board will evaluate a special review site plan for converting the former nursing home at 1 Love Lane into a family transition shelter. The board will also review a landscape plan for a mixed-use expansion at 1381 Route 134, adding retail and five apartments. Administrative business includes welcoming new alternates and discussing the annual report.

• 1 Love Lane Campus Plan — Evaluation of Special Review Site Plan for conversion to a family transition shelter
• 1381 Route 134 Landscape Plan review per Special Permit Condition # 8 for expansion with retail and five apartments
• Planning Board Annual Report discussion
• Welcome new Alternates to the Planning Board
• Next meeting scheduled for December 16, 2024

Advisory Committee on Disabilities

The Advisory Committee on Disabilities will review October 2024 minutes and November 2024 finances, discuss old business including a plaque dedication, health fair, "Living With Differences" program, and a requested 2026 budget, and consider a field trip to Long Pasture Audubon trail.

• Review of October 2024 minutes (no November minutes due to lack of quorum)
• Review of November 2024 finances
• Dedication of Agway plaque on November 18th at 10 AM
• Review of requested 2026 budget
• Discussion of a field trip to Long Pasture, Mass. Audubon trail

Dennis Affordable Housing Trust

The Dennis Affordable Housing Trust will hear a presentation from GLF Development on the proposed project at 187 Depot Street in Dennis Port. The trust will also discuss the Bob Crowell Road property in preparation for a meeting with Mass Housing. Additional updates include the Housing Coordinator report, CHAPA MEI and LIP programs, and landscaping of trust properties. Minutes from August and September 2024 will be approved.

• Presentation by Fran Venuto of GLF Development on 187 Depot Street, Dennis Port
• Bob Crowell Road update/discussion in preparation for meeting with Mass Housing
• Housing Coordinator Update
• Update on CHAPA MEI Program and LIP Program projects
• Landscaping of Trust properties and Housing Bill Update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Dennis Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on November 25, 2024, to hear several special permit applications and an appeal. Notable items include a proposed 10,000 sq ft mixed-use addition at 1381 Route 134 and an appeal of the building commissioner's decisions regarding the Setucket Heights subdivision. Two items (174 Lower County Road and 71 Old Main Street) are requested to be continued to future dates.

• Special permit for 10,000 sq ft mixed-use addition at 1381 Route 134 (Old Kings Highway Historic District)
• Appeal of building commissioner's non-enforcement decisions for Setucket Heights subdivision at 28 Alexander Drive
• Special permit for demolition/reconstruction of non-conforming dwelling at 16 Spruce Way
• Continuance request for expansion of non-conforming building at 174 Lower County Road to December 23, 2025
• Continuance request for barn conversion at 71 Old Main Street to February 24, 2025

Zoning Bylaw Study Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Study Committee will discuss a new home-based business bylaw and review the current ADU bylaw set to take effect February 1, 2025, along with proposed state ADU regulations and possible local restrictions. They will also receive updates on a town overlay district and approve minutes from prior meetings. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of a new home-based business bylaw
• Review of current ADU bylaw effective February 1, 2025
• Consideration of proposed state ADU bylaw and potential local restrictions
• Updates on a town overlay district
• Approval of outstanding meeting minutes

Tourism Committee

The Dennis Tourism Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss old and new business, including holiday lights, a chamber update, approval of minutes, and scheduling the next meeting. No major financial decisions or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Discussion of Holiday Lights under New Business
• Chamber update
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Schedule next meeting date

Jericho Committee

The Jericho Committee will meet to plan events for the new season and review project budgets. Discussions will include the Christmas Social and living history programming.

• Christmas Social scheduled for Dec 15, 3-5 pm
• Review of project budgets and donations
• Planning for Living History with Ezra Baker
• Summer schedule and garden updates

Dennis Water District

The Dennis Board of Water Commissioners will discuss a draft Intermunicipal Agreement proposed by the Town of Dennis, consider a $1,008.20 reserve fund transfer for an insurance deductible from lightning damage, and may hold an executive session regarding real property. The board will also receive updates on the wastewater system implementation and a letter postponing a site selection review meeting.

• Review draft Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Dennis
• Reserve Fund Transfer Request - $1,008.20 for lightning-damage insurance deductible
• Consider executive session for purchase/lease of real property
• Update on wastewater system implementation and postponed site selection meeting
• Board reorganization

Conservation Commission

The Dennis Conservation Commission will vote on accepting a conservation restriction for the Tobey West property at 272 Route 6A. The meeting includes continued hearings on coastal projects, such as a revetment reconstruction at 217 & 241 Old Wharf Road, and new hearings on residential proposals including a new dwelling, septic upgrades, and a porch addition. Several items are continued to December 2024.

• Vote to accept conservation restriction for Tobey West CR at 272 Route 6A.
• Continued hearing on reconstruction of stone revetment with extension at 217 & 241 Old Wharf Road, Dennisport.
• New hearing for demolition and construction of single-family dwelling at 28 Shore Road, West Dennis.
• New hearings for septic upgrades at 37 South Village Road and 24 Honeysuckle Lane, and enclosed porch at 81 Sea Street.
• Certificates of Compliance for stairs and revetment at 58 Hiram Pond Road, and enforcement order discussion for 39 Indian Pond Road.

Cape Cod Collaborative

The Cape Cod Collaborative Board of Directors will meet virtually to consider and vote on approving a contract for the executive director position. The meeting agenda lists only this substantive item, with all other agenda items being procedural (call to order, adjournment). The public may attend via Zoom or telephone.

• Approval of Contract for Executive Director of the Cape Cod Collaborative

Shellfish Committee

The Shellfish Committee will hold a public meeting on November 20, 2024. Items include approval of October meeting minutes, a constable update, a grant inspection update, discussion of a Barnstable County Cooperative Extension sign, and setting the 2025 meeting calendar. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Constable update
• Grant inspection update
• Discussion of Barnstable County Cooperative Extension Sign
• Setting the 2025 meeting calendar

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on transferring an all-alcohol license to Highlands Bunker Bar, receive an update on housing from the Housing Coordinator, and consider multiple large contracts for water infrastructure projects. Key votes include a $9.86 million contract with CDM Smith for construction oversight of the Water Resource Recovery Facility, a $6.8 million contract for collection system oversight, and a $363,000 Mayflower Beach concession contract. The board will also consider appointing a Deputy Plumbing Inspector and streetlight requests at several roads.

• Public hearing on Green Jacket LLC's application to transfer alcohol and entertainment licenses for Highlands Bunker Bar at 825 Old Bass River Road
• Appointment of Michael White as Deputy Plumbing Inspector
• Authorization of Mayflower Beach Concession Services contract for $363,000
• Authorization of four contracts for water infrastructure oversight: $1.68M (GHD), $2.7M (Environmental Partners), $9.86M and $6.8M (CDM Smith)
• Streetlight requests at Bay View Road, Great Western Road at South Gages Way, Great Western Road and Great Western Way, and Upper County Road at Great Western Road

Cemetery Advisory Committee

The Cemetery Advisory Committee will discuss updates on improvements at Old S. Dennis Cemetery and Liberty Field, repairs and plantings at Dennis Village Cemetery, and preparations for the Revolutionary War 250th anniversary. They will also set 2025 meeting dates. This is a discussion and update meeting with no votes on major expenditures.

• Update on Old S. Dennis Cemetery and Liberty Field improvements, including fence review
• Discussion of Revolutionary War 250th Anniversary Celebration plans
• Update on Dennis Village Cemetery repairs
• Review of plantings at Dennis Village Cemetery

Council on Aging Board

This is a routine meeting of the Dennis Council on Aging Board featuring reports from the Director, Chair, Outreach Coordinator, and other affiliated groups. No votes or formal decisions are listed on the agenda; items are limited to discussion of senior services, COA signage, and a thrift shop proposal.

• Outreach Coordinator report on food insecurity, housing, and fuel assistance
• Old Business: COA signage
• New Business: Thrift shop discussion

Town Clerk

The Board of Registrars will meet to open and tabulate provisional ballots and UOCAVA (overseas) ballots from the November 5, 2024 Presidential Election. This is a routine post-election certification procedure. No other business is listed.

• Opening and tabulating Provisional Ballots from the November 5, 2024 Presidential Election
• Opening and tabulating UOCAVA Ballots from the November 5, 2024 Presidential Election

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District School Committee will discuss the NEASC final report regarding high school accreditation, the MCAS ballot question, and a first reading of policies BG and AA-1. The consent agenda includes accepting donations from the Max Springer Holocaust Education Fund ($596) and AlphaBEST. Reports from student representatives and liaisons are also scheduled.

• New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) final report presented by DYHS Principal Kendra Bennett
• Discussion of MCAS ballot question
• First reading of policies BG and AA-1
• Donation of $596 from Max Springer Holocaust Education Fund for DYHS Washington DC trip
• Donations from AlphaBEST: wipes/tissues for intermediate school and breakfast for Station Avenue Elementary faculty

Planning Board

The Dennis Planning Board will hold a public meeting on November 18, 2024, featuring continued hearings for a definitive subdivision at 648 Setucket Road to split a lot into two in the R-40 district, and a special permit for an in-law apartment above a garage at 115 South Yarmouth Road within the Old Kings Highway Historic District. The board will also discuss an ANR for Monument View Road and Sears Road and receive a Town Planner update.

• Continued definitive subdivision hearing for 648 Setucket Road (John Magliozzi) to divide a porkchop lot into two lots in R-40 district
• Special permit hearing (SP-029986-2024) for a new in-law apartment above existing garage at 115 South Yarmouth Road in Historic District
• ANR for Monument View Road and Sears Road: land abandoned by Select Board in 1966 to be conveyed to abutting properties

Dennis Housing Authority

The Dennis Housing Authority will consider approving a five-year subsidy agreement with EOHLC for 2025-2029, final completion certificates for work plans (including OBR at $13,945), and renewal of the Dennis Rental Assistance Program contract. Also on the agenda are a donation of a used hand truck, board meeting schedule, and review of bylaws.

• EOHLC Subsidy Agreement 7/1/2025 – 6/30/2029
• Work Plan 075087 (OBR) Certificate of Final Completion $13,945.00
• Work Plan 075085 (CSV) Certificate of Substantial Completion
• Work Plan 075104 (Ellis) Certificates of Substantial and Final Completion
• Dennis Rental Assistance Program Contract Renewal

Board of Health

The Dennis Board of Health will appoint Carol Terrio as its representative on the Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council. The board will consider several variance applications for additions, alterations, and new construction at properties such as 86 Airline Road and 201 Sea Street. It will hold show cause hearings for non‑compliance issues, including a septic violation case for Mark Brown at 1389 Route 6A. The board will also vote to renew the 2025 annual business licenses and review requests to reduce wastewater testing requirements.

• Appoint Carol Terrio to the Dennis Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council (SUDAC)
• Variance application (Addition/Alteration) for 86 Airline Road, East Dennis – Thuy Truong
• Show cause hearing for Mark Brown – septic code violations at 1389 Route 6A, East Dennis
• Vote to renew 2025 annual business licenses for listed establishments
• Request to reduce wastewater testing requirements for 14 Poiticki Road, West Dennis

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve previous minutes, hear a director's report on budget and updates, and review a revised 'Dennis Library Oral Ended and Disruptive Child Safety Policy.' Reports from the four town libraries will also be discussed. The public may attend.

• Review of revised Dennis Library Disruptive Child Safety Policy
• Director's Report on budget, updates, and winter operations
• Reports from Dennis Memorial, West Dennis, Dennis Public, and Jacob Sears Memorial libraries
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2024

Library Board

The Dennis Library Board will hold a public meeting on November 14, 2024 at the Dennis Memorial Library, 1020 Bass River Rd. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting, a director’s report, a review of the revised Unattended and Disruptive Child Safety Policy, and a motion to adopt that policy. The board will also receive an update on the Little Library by the Sea summer program and hear updates from library representatives. The next meeting is scheduled for January 2025.

• Approve minutes of the October 10, 2024 meeting
• Review revised Dennis Public Library Unattended and Disruptive Child Safety Policy
• Motion to approve the Dennis Public Library Unattended and Disruptive Child Safety Policy
• Chair update on Little Library by the Sea Summer 2024 (materials, location, storage)
• Library representative updates: South Dennis Free Public Library – Flo Harris; Dennis Memorial Library – Jane Wilson; West Dennis Free Public Library – Jamie Forster; Dennis Public Library – Nancy Wilson; Jacob Sears Memorial Library – Lynn Carlson

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will hold a public meeting on November 13, 2024, to discuss agenda items including the election of officers and the harbormaster updates. The meeting will be held in the Prue Room at the Dennis Town Hall and will be available via Zoom.

• Election of officers
• Harbormaster updates
• Approval of minutes
• MTD Revenue Report(s)
• Public comment period

Capital Outlay Committee

The Capital Outlay Committee will hold a public meeting on November 13, 2024, to review the capital process and consider capital requests from several town departments. The departments under review include General Government (Fleet), Cemeteries, Public Works, and Sanitation. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed in the agenda.

• Review of capital requests for General Government (Fleet)
• Review of capital requests for Cemeteries
• Review of capital requests for Public Works (department 422)
• Review of capital requests for Sanitation (department 433)

Josiah Dennis Manse Committee

The Josiah Dennis Manse Committee will meet to approve October meeting minutes, discuss building and grounds updates, and plan a December 8 open house during the Dennis Village Stroll.

• Review and approve October 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on building and grounds
• Plan December 8 Open House during Dennis Village Stroll
• Discuss lighting in the Schoolhouse

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District will review multiple applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The committee will consider requests for exterior modifications, including solar installations, additions, and demolition, to ensure compliance with historic district standards.

• Solar installations at 974 Route 6A, 19 Meadowspring Drive, 925 Main Street, 24 Pilot Drive, and 63 Uncle Bobs Way
• Additions or renovations at 33 Angelo Road, 77 South Street, and 1381 Route 134
• Demolition requests at 84 Pilgrim Road and 10 North Street
• Roof and siding work at 52 Mooring Lane, 20 Dorothy Way, and 78 Jericho Road
• Shed, deck, bulkhead, and fence installation at 27 Long Hill Road

Town Clerk

The Dennis Board of Registrars will meet on November 13, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in the Stone Hearing Room, Town Hall. The agenda lists a single anticipated item: conducting an election audit under Massachusetts General Laws chapter 54, section 109A. The board may discuss this item and any other matters permitted by law.

• Conduct election audit per MGL chapter 54, section 109A

1867 West Dennis Graded School House Committee

The 1867 West Dennis Graded School House Committee will hold a public meeting to receive an update from the Department of Public Works director, discuss and set goals for 2025, and decide on the frequency of meetings for the coming year. This is a planning-focused session with no major decisions or financial actions on the agenda.

• Update from Mike Lavin, Director of the Dennis Department of Public Works
• Set goals for 2025
• Determine frequency of meetings in 2025

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Policy Subcommittee will meet to review a draft policy proposal, discuss Title 9 resources, and review school committee policy. This is a working session with no votes scheduled.

• Review draft policy proposal
• Review Title 9
• Discuss Title 9 Resource
• Review School Committee Policy

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a Class II License application for Lumoons Auto. The board will also review contractor snow plow rates and goals for the FY25 budget year.

• Licensing hearing for Lumoons LLC d/b/a Lumoons Auto at 25 American Way, South Dennis
• Review of contractor snow plow rates for the 2024-2025 season
• Authorization of Antique Car Show at West Dennis Beach on November 24, 2024
• Review of objectives for FY25 Adopted Select Board Goals

Town Clerk

The Board of Registrars will meet to conduct a polling/election audit as required by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 54, Section 109A. This is a procedural meeting with a single agenda item.

• Conduct a polling/election audit (MGL Chapter 54, Section 109A)

Town Clerk

The Board of Registrars is meeting to conduct post-election tabulation and count provisional ballots from the recent election. This is a procedural meeting to certify results.

• Post-election tabulation of votes
• Tabulation of provisional ballots

Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council

The Dennis Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council will meet to discuss several items, including a motion to allocate funds for a day camp. The council will also review the minutes from the September 26, 2024 meeting and welcome new members. Additional updates will be given on ASGCC programs, Alateen, and the next meeting date.

• Ask for motion to allocate funds for day camp
• Review of minutes of September 26, 2024
• Official welcome to new members and update on ASGCC programs
• Ronnie Gullette update on Alateen
• Review of date for next meeting

Conservation Commission

The Dennis Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on November 7, 2024, to continue several hearings, open a new hearing for a septic upgrade, and consider administrative items including an enforcement order ratification for vegetation clearing on a coastal dune. The agenda also includes multiple certificates of compliance and discussions on compliance and enforcement.

• Ratification of Enforcement Order for Keefe 7 LLC for cutting vegetation on a coastal dune at 136 Taunton Avenue, Dennis
• Continued hearing for 27 Uncle Barneys Road LLC for bulkhead replacement and pier construction (continued to Nov 21)
• Continued hearing for Old Wharf Dennis LLC for stone revetment reconstruction at 217 & 241 Old Wharf Road (continued to Nov 21)
• New hearing: Dennis Lake LLC septic system upgrade at 17 Aunt Laura’s Lane, Dennisport
• Compliance discussion for Angelini at 47 Dr Bottero Road, Dennis

Arts & Culture Council

The Dennis Arts and Culture Council will meet to review final reports and missing payouts. The body will hold initial discussions and make decisions regarding the denial of funding requests for the 2025 cycle.

• Decisions on denials of funding requests for the 2025 cycle
• Review of final reports and missing payouts
• Management of Rack Card and Facebook

Board of Assessors

The Dennis Board of Assessors will meet on November 6, 2024 at 1:00 PM in The Prue Room, with attendance possible in person or via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of the minutes from the October 25, 2024 meeting, review of classification recommendations, and an executive session to discuss a veteran, blind, and elderly exemption under M.G.L. c. 30A §§21(a)(7) and M.G.L. c. 59 § 60. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next meeting and adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the October 25, 2024 meeting
• Review classification recommendations
• Executive session to discuss veteran, blind, and elderly exemption under M.G.L. c. 30A §§21(a)(7) and M.G.L. c. 59 § 60
• Set date for the next meeting
• Adjourn the meeting

Capital Outlay Committee

The Capital Outlay Committee is meeting to review the capital process and two capital requests: one for Properties/Buildings (item 192) and one for the DY Regional School District (item 301). The agenda provides no further details on the amounts or nature of these requests. This is primarily a procedural meeting to discuss the capital planning cycle.

• Review of capital request 192 for Properties/Buildings
• Review of capital request 301 for DY Regional School District
• Discussion of overall capital process

South Dennis Historic District Committee

The South Dennis Historic District Commission will hold a public meeting on November 6, 2024, to consider a new application for a roof, siding, and windows project at 28 Fresh Pond Circle, as well as continued paint applications for two properties. The commission will also vote on minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting.

• New application: Ed Johnston — NEW ROOF, SIDING, WINDOWS — SDH-030036-2024 (28 Fresh Pond Circle)
• Continued paint application: Worcester Comerford — PAINT — SDH-028496-2024 (5 Old Bass River Rd)
• Continued paint application: Jessica Holberg — PAINT — SDH-027013-2024 (71 Old Main Street, West Dennis)
• Minutes approval for the October 16, 2024 meeting

Alternative Energy Committee

The Dennis Alternative Energy Advisory Committee will hold a remote meeting on November 4, 2024. The committee will review minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting and receive updates on several green initiatives, including the EV‑CS pilot project agreement status, the Encon study for a Competitive Green Communities grant, and the golf‑course solar and cart electrification project. The group will also consider forming a working group for the next Green Communities grant application and will solicit public comments.

• Review minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting
• Update on agreement status for the EV‑CS pilot project
• Encon study/project for Competitive Green Communities grant
• Golf course solar and cart electrification project update
• Establish working group for next Green Communities grant application

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District School Committee is meeting to authorize financing for the Intermediate/Middle School project. The body is also reviewing curriculum updates and district MCAS results.

• Approval of $12,000,000 3.75 percent General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes for the Intermediate/Middle School project
• Payment of $81,120.00 premium to Truist Securities Inc.
• Acceptance of a donation of paper towels, hand sanitizer, and sanitizing wipes from AlphaBEST to Marguerite E. Small Elementary School
• Discussion of MCAS District Results and Accountability Ratings
• Review of curriculum updates from Directors Elizabeth Pontius and Sherry Santini

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request to renew and revise a special permit for affordable housing. The board will also receive administrative updates and a report from the Town Planner.

• Public hearing for 131 Hokum Rock Road: Special Permit to construct eight affordable one-bedroom apartments for individuals with autism/related disorders

Advisory Committee on Disabilities

The Dennis Advisory Committee on Disabilities will meet on November 4, 2024 to review the October 2024 minutes and finances. The committee will discuss old‑business items including the dedication of an Agway plaque scheduled for November 18, a health‑fair table, the “Living With Differences” program, and a requested 2026 budget. New business includes a field trip to the Long Pasture Audubon Trail. The meeting is open to the public in person or by phone.

• Dedication for Agway plaque – scheduled for November 18 at 10:00 a.m.
• Review of Health Fair table
• Review of “Living With Differences” program
• Review of requested 2026 budget
• Field trip to Long Pasture, MA Audubon Trail

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's Office is conducting sessions to open, remove, and deposit early and absentee voted ballots. These activities take place at the Dennis Town Hall in the Stone Hearing Room. No results will be announced until after the polls close on November 5, 2024.

• Ballot processing session: October 31, 2024, 9:00 AM
• Ballot processing session: November 1, 2024, 9:00 AM

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's office is conducting sessions to open and deposit early and absentee voted ballots. These activities will take place at the Dennis Town Hall in the Stone Hearing Room.

• Ballot processing session: Thursday, October 31, 2024, 9:00 AM
• Ballot processing session: Friday, November 1, 2024, 9:00 AM

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will consider several contract authorizations, including an $82,030,028 agreement with MWH Constructors for a Waste Water Recovery Facility and other multi‑million‑dollar collection system contracts. The board will also accept resignations from the Shellfish Committee and the Planning Board, hold public hearings on a liquor license transfer and a property access request, and receive updates from various advisory committees.

• Accept resignation of Josh Levitt from the Shellfish Committee
• Authorize $82,030,028 contract with MWH Constructors, Inc. for construction of a Waste Water Recovery Facility
• Authorize $29,766,112.54 contract with Robert B. Our Co. for installation of collection system and pumping stations
• Authorize $14,215,595.84 contract with Dig It Construction, Co. for installation of collection system and pumping stations
• Public hearing at 5:00 PM on Whiskey Journeyman Corp.'s application to transfer an Annual All Alcohol Package Store Liquor License at 458 Route 134

Dennis Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will hear a presentation on the 626 Main Street property in Dennis Port, followed by public comment and updates on various housing programs. The meeting includes a discussion of a site visit for the Bob Crowell Road property, a Treasurer’s report reviewing CPC funding for the Housing Coordinator, and Co‑Chair updates on upcoming events and landscaping. Minutes will be approved and future meeting dates proposed.

• Presentation by Rich Fenuccio on 626 Main Street, Dennis Port
• Bob Crowell Road site visit discussion with Tigh and Bond
• Treasurer’s report reviewing CPC funding for Housing Coordinator
• Co‑Chair update to secure November date for Select Board meeting
• Request to present VIC Hall Project at next Trust meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Dennis Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on Oct. 28, 2024 and may enter an executive session to discuss strategy for the Kantor v. Checkoway litigation. The board will consider several special permit applications, including a change of use at 425 Main Street and other requests for non‑conforming lots. Individual appeals for 1 Love Lane were denied for not following proper filing procedures.

• 425 MAIN STREET WD (SP-029723-2024): special permit to change use to Light Industry/Warehousing
• 29 DR LORDS ROAD DE (SP-029662-2024): special permit to replace non‑conforming dwelling on non‑conforming lot
• 122 BEACH STREET DE (SP-029125-2024): special permit for addition and detached garage on non‑conforming lot
• 69 SURFSIDE ROAD WD (SP-029200-2024): special permit to renovate, elevate and add second story on non‑conforming lot
• Executive session to discuss strategy for Kantor v. Checkoway litigation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for several special permits regarding residential renovations and a commercial use change. The board will also hear multiple individual appeals concerning the HAC Transition Shelter at 1 Love Lane.

• Special Permit for 425 Main Street WD to change use from retail to light industry/warehousing
• Multiple individual appeals regarding the HAC Transition Shelter at 1 Love Lane
• Special Permit for 29 Dr Lords Road DE to raze and replace a non-conforming dwelling
• Special Permit for 122 Beach Street DE for a 14' x 32' addition and 32' x 40' garage
• Executive session to discuss strategy for Kantor v. Checkoway litigation

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting via remote participation to hold an executive session. The board will discuss legal strategy concerning threatened and imminent litigation.

• Executive session regarding Housing Assistance Corporation — I Love Lane

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a directors update. The board is scheduled to discuss motor vehicle and boat abatements, commitments, and betterment payoffs. The meeting includes an executive session regarding exemptions for veterans, the blind, and the elderly.

• MV and Boat abatements
• MV Commitments
• Betterment Payoff
• Classification Recommendations
• Veteran, Blind and Elderly Exemption

Board of Assessors

The Dennis Board of Assessors will consider approving the minutes from its 09/03/2024 meeting. The agenda also lists a public comment period, director updates, and reviews of abatements, commitments, betterment, classification, and a veteran and elderly exemption. Items are anticipated by the Chair and may be discussed, but not all are guaranteed to be addressed.

• Approval of minutes from the 09/03/2024 meeting
• Public comment period
• Director updates
• Review of abatements, commitments, and betterment
• Discussion of veteran and elderly exemption

Zoning Bylaw Study Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Study Committee will meet to discuss the creation of a new home-based business bylaw. The committee will also receive updates regarding the Route 134 overlay district and a new ADU bylaw.

• Discussion on a new home-based business bylaw
• Updates on new ADU bylaw
• Updates on Route 134 overlay district

Jericho Committee

The Jericho Committee is meeting to review the Apple Pie Contest and garden plantings. Members will plan a Christmas Social for December 15 and discuss project budgets.

• Christmas Social scheduled for Dec 15, 3-5 pm
• Review of Apple Pie Contest and garden plans
• Project budgets and reimbursements
• Proposed 3rd grade curriculum for spring program

Dennis Water District

The Dennis Water District Board of Water Commissioners will discuss several operational items, including a vote to authorize the Treasurer to borrow $1,138,795 for the Water Pressure Filter Rehabilitation Project. The meeting will also cover updates on wastewater system studies, the intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Dennis, and revisions to the leak‑abatement policy. An executive session is proposed to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or other disposition of real property.

• Consider vote to authorize borrowing $1,138,795 for the Water Pressure Filter Rehabilitation Project
• Discuss process for filling a board vacancy
• Update on wastewater system hydrogeological study scope and cost
• Status of intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Dennis
• Consider revisions to the Board’s Leak Abatement Policy

Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee

The Dennis Advancement Committee will review updates on the Route 28 widening project, including planned walkways and sidewalks, as well as sewer pipe and drainage upgrades slated for spring 2025. They will also hear about the Bass River Bridge upgrade, a town grant for drainage at the boat launch, and consider an outreach meeting and a 25‑percent plan scheduled for November. Minutes from the September 17 meeting will be approved.

• Update on Route 28 widening with a 10‑foot shared‑use walkway (south side) and 5‑foot sidewalk (north side)
• Sidewalk upgrade scheduled for 2027‑2028
• Sewer pipe installation and drainage upgrades to start spring 2025, three‑year timeline
• Bass River Bridge upgrade planned to start spring 2025
• Town grant to upgrade drainage at the town boat launch

Capital Outlay Committee

The Capital Outlay Committee will meet to review the capital process and evaluate specific capital requests. The committee is reviewing requests from four town departments.

• Review of capital request 295 - Harbor
• Review of capital request 630 - Recreation
• Review of capital request 635 - Beach
• Review of capital request 640 - Golf

Dennis Affordable Housing Trust

The Dennis Affordable Housing Trust will hold a site visit at 30 Bob Crowell Road on October 23, 2024. The meeting is a procedural site visit with consultants Tighe & Bond and is not a decision-making session.

• Site visit at 30 Bob Crowell Road
• Consultant meeting with Tighe & Bond
• Meeting at 2:00pm on October 23, 2024

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will meet to discuss initial plans for the 187 Upper Cty. Rd. property presented by Josh Brimdyr. The body will also receive updates on the Kelley Park clubhouse and the Wixon Building Committee.

• Presentation of initial plans for 187 Upper Cty. Rd. property
• Kelley Park clubhouse update following town meeting vote
• Wixon Building Committee update regarding Select Board discussion
• Update on disabilities committee

Dennis Housing Authority

The Dennis Housing Authority will present the FY25 operating budget for its state‑aided housing programs. The meeting will also consider renewal of the management contract with NHA/DHA, the Executive Director’s contract, and payroll warrant signing. Additional items include work‑plan completion certificates with dollar amounts, the HUD FY25 utility allowance schedule, and a FY25 PILOT exemption request.

• FY25 Operating Budget for State‑Aided Housing Program 4001 (FYE 6/30/2025)
• Management Contract Renewal between NHA/DHA
• Executive Director Contract renewal
• Work Plan 075112 WMV Certificate of Final Completion – $12,808.50 (GEM Plumbing/Heating)
• PILOT Exemption Request for FY25

Cemetery Advisory Committee

The Cemetery Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates on cemetery repairs and plantings. The body will also review improvements at Old S. Dennis Cemetery and plans for the Rev. War 250th Anniversary Celebration.

• Review of plantings at Dennis Village Cemetery
• Update and fence review for Old S. Dennis Cemetery and Liberty Field improvements
• Update on Dennis Village Cemetery repairs
• Discussion of NSDAR request for a Rev250 Patriot plaque at Dennis Village Cemetery Receiving Tomb

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's Office will conduct a ballot testing session for the upcoming Presidential Election on November 5, 2024. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 9:30 am at the Dennis Town Hall.

• Ballot testing for Presidential Election (Nov 5, 2024)
• Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 9:30 am
• Location: Dennis Town Hall, 685 Route 134

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District School Committee will meet to discuss district safety protocols and financial reports. The body will consider motions regarding teacher substitute pay and the use of funds for school maintenance.

• Motion to increase substitute teacher rates from $90 to $97 (untrained) and $113 to $120 (trained)
• Motion to use Capital Stabilization Fund interest for roof repairs at Marguerite E. Small Elementary School
• Discussion on Ballot Question #2 regarding MCAS
• Safety Response Protocol presentation by DY SROs
• Update on the Communications and Community Relations Coordinator position

Planning Board

The Dennis Planning Board will meet to elect officers, appoint a member to the Conservation Commission, and review Chapter 91 license applications. The meeting will be held at the Dennis Town Hall and is accessible via Zoom.

• Election of Board Officers
• Appointment of Planning Board member to CPC
• Review of Chapter 91 License applications
• Review of ANR for 66 Jericho Way
• Town Planner update

Dennis Housing Authority

The Dennis Housing Authority will discuss operating budgets for state-aided housing programs for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The body will also consider contract renewals for management and the Executive Director.

• FY25 Operating Budgets for State-Aided Housing Programs
• Management Contract Renewal
• Executive Director Contract
• Work Plan 075 Final Completion payment of $12,808.50 for Plumbing/Heating
• Work Plan 075 Joist Hangers Certificate of Final Completion payment of $5,531.90

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will hold a public meeting on October 17, 2024, to discuss a proposed process for committee operations. The meeting will be held in the Prue Room and is accessible via Zoom and phone.

• Discussion of proposed process for CPC operations
• Public meeting on October 17, 2024 at 3:00 PM
• Meeting location: Prue Room
• Meeting ID: 840 465 4262
• Zoom link provided

Energy and Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Committee

The Energy and Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Committee will discuss the Massachusetts Coastal Zone Management structure and environmental justice initiatives. The body will also consider work required for the proposed Town of Dennis MVP 2.0.

• Discussion of Massachusetts Coastal Zone Management structure, services, and environmental justice initiative
• Review of work required for the proposed Town of Dennis MVP 2.0

Conservation Commission

The Dennis Conservation Commission will hold public hearings and administrative reviews for various residential and town projects. The meeting includes discussions on coastal revetments, bulkheads, and town infrastructure.

• Town of Dennis Wastewater Phase 1: Order of Conditions for four pumping stations and 1,000 feet of sewer pipe
• 29 Dr Lords Road: Request for Determination to raze and replace a single family dwelling
• 217 & 241 Old Wharf Road: Notice of Intent for stone revetment reconstruction and extension
• Rainbow Bridge Proposal at Fresh Pond Conservation Area (157 Route 134)
• Memorial Bench Proposal at Indian Lands Conservation Area (485 Main Street)

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will hold a public meeting on October 16, 2024, to discuss land use regulations, a sidewalk construction contract, and capital projects for municipal buildings. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss real estate and collective bargaining strategy.

• Review and consider approving Land Use Regulations - Wastewater Flow Management
• Authorize sidewalk construction services contract for $479,615.14
• Review and consider authorizing grant application for DEP FY25 Natural Resource Nitrogen Sensitive Area Grant Program
• Review and consider authorizing Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee’s Survey for Town property at 187 Upper County Road
• Review and consider capital projects for Sesuit Harbor Building, West Dennis Beach Renovation, and West Dennis Graded School House

Capital Outlay Committee

The Capital Outlay Committee will meet to review the capital process and evaluate specific capital requests. The committee is reviewing requests from the police, fire, and engineering departments.

• Review of capital requests for Police (210)
• Review of capital requests for Fire (220)
• Review of capital requests for Engineering (411)

Shellfish Committee

The Dennis Shellfish Committee will hold a public meeting on October 16, 2024 at 6 p.m. in the Paul Prue Room, 685 Route 134. The agenda lists items for possible discussion, including a review of soft‑shell and razor clam limits and an update on Sesuit overwintering. The meeting will also include public comment, a review of the September 18, 2024 minutes, and a constable update. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Public comment period
• Review of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Constable update
• Evaluation of soft‑shell and razor clam limits
• Sesuit overwintering update

South Dennis Historic District Committee

The South Dennis Historic District Commission will meet to discuss several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The commission will review a continued solar project and three new property applications.

• Solar project application for 14 Half Way (SDH-028519-2024)
• Application for 121 Main Street SD (SDH-029219-2024)
• Application for 25 River Dale South SD (SDH-029370-2024)
• Application for 447 Main Street SD (SDH-029368-2024)

Arts & Culture Council

The Dennis Arts and Culture Council meets on October 15, 2024 at the Dennis Police Station training room. The council will consider approving the September 4, 2024 minutes, receive a financial report submission to the MCC, and discuss funding request approaches and Facebook page management. Old business includes a rack card, and new business will set the next meeting's time, date, location, and goals.

• Approval of September 4, 2024 minutes
• Financial report submission to the MCC
• Discussion of funding request approaches
• Discussion of Facebook page management
• Old business: Rack Card

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board will meet on October 15, 2024, to review reports on health, housing, and food insecurity, and to approve minutes from September 17, 2024.

• Approval of September 17, 2024 minutes
• Health & Wellness Open House scheduled for October 22, 2024
• Discussion on DPW requests for grab bar installation
• Reports on food insecurity, housing, and financial needs
• Reports from Friends of Dennis Senior Citizens, Inc. and Elder Services

Town Clerk

The Dennis Town Clerk’s Office will conduct a test of voting ballot tabulators on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 9:30 am. The testing is in preparation for the Presidential Election scheduled for November 5, 2024. No decisions or votes are required at this meeting.

• Ballot tabulator testing for the November 5, 2024 Presidential Election at Dennis Town Hall, 685 Route 134

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth School Council will examine pages 1 through 10 of the district handbook. Afterwards, the meeting will include an open forum for public comments. No other agenda items are listed.

• Dennis-Yarmouth Handbook review (pages 1‑10)
• Open Forum

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will convene a public meeting at 4:00 p.m. in the Stone Hearing Room to discuss strategy regarding threatened litigation with the Housing Assistance Corporation concerning I Love Lane. The session is closed to the public under Massachusetts General Laws.

• Executive session to discuss threatened litigation with Housing Assistance Corporation
• Meeting held in Stone Hearing Room at Dennis Town Hall
• Public meeting held pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review actions taken by the Town Meeting on CPC warrant articles. It will approve the meeting minutes. The committee will discuss a proposed process for its operations and consider adopting related recommendations.

• Review of Town Meeting actions on CPC warrant articles
• Approval of minutes
• Discussion of proposed process for CPC operations with recommendations for adoption

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider several variance applications for building additions and alterations. The board will also hold show cause hearings regarding noncompliance with state sanitary codes and septic system orders.

• Variance applications for 41 Funn Pond Road, 1 Love Lane, 58 Debbie Lane, 205 Greenland Circle, 69 Surfside Road, and 973 Route 6A
• Show cause hearing for sanitary code violations at 411 Upper County Road
• Appeal regarding sanitary code and animal regulations at 1389 Route 6A
• Septic system noncompliance hearings for 242 Mayfair Road, 37 Hall Street, 3 Hippogriffe Road, and 27 Thoreau Drive
• Sanitary code violation hearings for 248 U-4 Main Street and 691 U-22 Main Street

Library Board

The Library Board will consider a motion to approve the revised Child Behavior Safety Policy. The board will also review the draft of the Disruptive Child Safety Policy and discuss updates to the Little Library by the Sea Summer 2024 program. Minutes from the September 12, 2024 meeting will be approved. Library representatives from five local branches will provide updates.

• Review and revise the Dennis Public Library Disruptive Child Safety Policy
• Motion to approve the Dennis Public Library Child Behavior Safety Policy
• Chair update on Little Library by the Sea Summer 2024 (materials, location, process, storage)
• Library representative updates from South Dennis, Dennis Memorial, West Dennis, Dennis Public, and Jacob Sears Memorial libraries
• Approve minutes of the September 12, 2024 meeting

Josiah Dennis Manse Committee

The committee will review building and grounds updates and the cleaning schedule. Members will discuss recruitment for docents and new committee members, and plan to form a small committee to update docent and room handbooks.

• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Building and grounds cleaning schedule update
• Recruitment of new committee members and docents
• Formation of a committee to redo docent and room handbooks

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District Committee will meet to review and potentially decide on a series of permit applications for exterior work, including solar installations, additions, and roofing. The meeting will be held at the Town Hall in South Dennis.

• Review of 15 permit applications for exterior work
• Applications for solar installations on Jericho Road and Route 134
• Review of re-roofing and siding projects
• Review of dormer addition and garage construction plans
• Approval of minutes from the September 25, 2024 meeting

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Policy Subcommittee will meet to review and potentially adopt revisions to school committee policies. The meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2024, at 2pm.

• Review of Policy BG School Committee Policy Development
• BGC Policy Revision and Review
• BGB Policy Adoption

Alternative Energy Committee

The Dennis Alternative Energy Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting accessible entirely via remote access. The agenda includes reviewing prior meeting minutes, receiving updates on the EV-CS pilot project and a Green Communities grant, and discussing golf course solar and cart electrification.

• Review minutes from September 9, 2024 meeting
• Update on EV-CS pilot project
• Update on Encon Study for Competitive Green Communities Grant
• Discussion on golf course solar and cart electrification
• Public input and comment period

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Finance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss budget projections and funding. The body will review preliminary expenses for FY26 and projections for FY25.

• FY26 Preliminary Expenses Overview
• Substitute Pay Rate
• Capital Stabilization Fund usage
• FY25 E&D Projections/Planning

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a definitive subdivision application to split a "porkchop" lot into two parcels in the R-40 zoning district at 648 Setucket Road. The agenda also includes a review of Chapter 91 dredging licensing, a land use appeal for 1 Love Lane, and a reconfiguration of lots on Jericho Road. The meeting will feature a town planner update and allow for other business.

• Definitive subdivision of 648 Setucket Road (R-40 zone) into two lots
• Chapter 91 license review for annual dredging of Sesuit Harbor
• MGL Chapter 40A Section 17 appeal discussion for 1 Love Lane
• Re‑configuration of 4 existing lots on Jericho Road to 5 lots
• Town planner update on current and long‑range planning

Advisory Committee on Disabilities

The Advisory Committee on Disabilities will meet to review financial reports and previous business. The committee is discussing the 2025 budget and accessibility projects. New business includes coordinating with Cub Scout Troops for trail maintenance.

• Review of 2025 budget concepts
• Information on accessible fishing pier
• Upkeep of Braille and Sensory Trail with Cub Scout Troops
• Review of "Living With Differences" program
• Dedication for Agway plaque

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider several ongoing and new projects, including the town's request to install sewer piping on existing streets and build four sewer‑age pumping stations with about 1,000 feet of pipe. Continued hearings will address multiple shoreline and beach access improvements at locations such as 73‑75 Dr Lords Road and 2 Luscombe Lane. The commission will also review administrative orders and certificates of compliance for various property improvements.

• Town of Dennis – Request for Determination of Applicability: install sewer piping on existing paved streets (WASTEWATER PHASE 1).
• Town of Dennis – Notice of Intent: construct four sewer‑age pumping stations and 1,000 ft of sewer pipe (WASTEWATER PHASE 1).
• Logan – Notice of Intent: enhance revetment and beach‑access stairs at 73 & 75 Dr Lords Road.
• Old Wharf Dennis LLC – Notice of Intent: reconstruct and extend stone revetment at 217 & 241 Old Wharf Road.
• Various certificates of compliance to close out permits for additions, wharf extensions, and flood‑compliant foundations.

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's Office is conducting testing of voting ballot tabulators. This procedural activity is in preparation for the Special Town Election scheduled for October 8, 2024.

• Testing of Voting Ballot Tabulators for the October 8, 2024 Special Town Election

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board, with the Finance Committee, will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in room B‑103 of the Dennis Yarmouth Intermediate Middle School, 286 Station Ave, South Yarmouth, MA 02664. The board will review and discuss the 2024 Special Town Meeting warrant. The board will consider adjourning to the Annual Town Meeting in the auditorium.

• Review and discuss 2024 Special Town Meeting warrant
• Adjourn to Annual Town Meeting in auditorium

Finance Committee

The Dennis Select Board and Finance Committee will meet to review and discuss the 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant. Following this discussion, the body will adjourn to the Annual Town Meeting in the auditorium.

• Review and discussion of 2024 Special Town Meeting Warrant

Energy and Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Committee

The committee will meet to review previous minutes and hear a presentation from a Commonwealth of Massachusetts guest speaker. Members will also discuss a report from the One Cape Summit.

• Presentation by Courtney Rocha, Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Coordinator
• One Cape Summit report by Thom Huettner
• Approval of April 18, 2024 minutes

Cape Cod Collaborative

The Cape Cod Collaborative Executive Director Search Committee will meet in executive session. The committee will conduct initial screenings and confidential interviews of candidates for the Executive Director position. They will discuss the candidates and vote on which finalists to recommend to the Board of Directors. The meeting is closed to the public per the Chair’s determination.

• Conduct initial screenings and confidential interviews of Executive Director candidates
• Discuss candidates in executive session
• Vote on final candidates to recommend to the Board of Directors

Old Kings Highway Committee

The committee is reviewing multiple applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will discuss proposed renovations, solar installations, and other exterior changes to properties within the historic district.

• EV charging stations at 860 Route 134
• Solar installations at 20 Sheffield Avenue, 27 Cassidy Avenue, and 1 Osborn Snow Drive
• Dormer installations at 56 Seaside Ave and 45 Old Chatham Rd West
• Renovations at 66 Sea Street
• Fencing at 21 Constance Ann Way S and 12 Hemlock Lane

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will receive updates on several ongoing projects, including Chapman Field, the Wixon Building Committee, and the Kelley Park renovation. The commission will also discuss the Open Space and Recreation Plan. New business includes forming two new committees—a Community Circulation/Recreation Building Committee and a Dennis Port Church Property Planning Committee—and seeking volunteers.

• Update on Chapman Field (report by H. Bowen)
• Update on Wixon Building Committee (report by P. McCormick and G. Levesque)
• Update on Kelley Park Renovation (report by D. Pineau)
• Update on Open Space and Recreation Plan (report by P. Prue)
• Formation of two new committees: Community Circulation/Recreation Building Committee and Dennis Port Church Property Planning Committee

Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee

The Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee will meet with the Dennis Select Board on September 24, 2024. The committee will provide updates on a recommendation for Bass River Park, the status of 187 Upper County Road (formerly church property), and a request for a West Dennis charette. Items may be discussed but no decisions are guaranteed.

• Bass River Park recommendation
• Update on 187 Upper County Road (former church property)
• Request for West Dennis charette

Select Board

The Select Board will review budget guidelines for FY2026 and present articles for a Special Town Meeting. The board is also holding public hearings regarding liquor license changes for two local businesses.

• Liquor license application for Alyaan Group, Inc. at 66 School Street
• Corporate structure change application for Cape Cinema at 36 Hope Lane Unit B
• Licensing Agreement for HalloweenPalooza at Johnny Kelley Park on October 26, 2024
• Appointment of Cody Hamblin as a Special Police Officer
• Contract for Dr. Lords and Scargo Lake Landing Cape Cod Boat Ramps Stormwater Retrofit Project

Cape Cod Collaborative

The Executive Director Search Committee is meeting in executive session to conduct initial screenings and confidential interviews. The committee will discuss and vote on final candidates to present to the Board of Directors.

• Initial screenings and confidential interviews for Executive Director position
• Vote for final candidates to be brought forward to the Board of Directors

Cemetery Advisory Committee

The Cemetery Advisory Committee will meet to discuss administrative matters and provide updates on several ongoing projects. The body will review minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting.

• Plantings and repairs at Dennis Village Cemetery
• Bench request at Dennis Village Cemetery
• Scout Project at Dennis Village Cemetery
• Old S. Dennis Cemetery and Liberty Field improvements
• Stone cleaning for Rev. War Patriots

Alternative Energy Committee

The Dennis Alternative Energy Advisory Committee will meet concurrently with the Dennis Select Board on September 24, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. in the Stone Hearing Room at 685 Route 134, South Dennis, MA (also via Zoom). The committee plans to provide an update on the status of the Electronic Vehicle Charging Station Pilot Project. Items listed are anticipated topics; actual discussion may vary.

• Electronic Vehicle Charging Station Pilot Project – status update

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee will meet to discuss the FY26 budget, a strategic plan draft, and a senior study for Marguerite E. Small Elementary School. The meeting includes a public comment period and a consent agenda.

• Discussion: FY26 Budget
• Strategic Plan Draft Presentation
• Marguerite E. Small Elementary School Senior Study
• Superintendent Evaluation
• Consent Agenda: Accept donation of over $700.00 from Sons of Erin

Dennis Water District

The Board of Water Commissioners will discuss wastewater system implementation and hydrogeological studies. The board will also review a 'No Lead' statement for the website and respond to the Zoning Bylaw Study Committee regarding groundwater demands.

• Wastewater system collection installation and fire hydrant pricing for treatment facility construction
• Lead Service Line Inventory 'No Lead' statement for website publication
• Response to Zoning Bylaw Study Committee regarding groundwater demands from development
• Leak abatement request for 619 Setucket Rd
• Executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, taking, or lease of real property

Jericho Committee

The Jericho Committee is meeting to discuss finishing touches for renovations and garden updates. The body will also prepare for an apple pie contest and brainstorm ideas for an annual appeal.

• Renovation finishing touches
• Garden updates
• Apple Pie Contest preparations
• Annual Appeal ideas

Conservation Commission

The Dennis Conservation Commission will hear six continued and five new applications regarding coastal construction, home elevations, and septic system upgrades. The meeting will also address administrative compliance items and a continued enforcement order.

• Argyriadis: Repair of asphalt parking lots at 961 Main Street & 238 Swan River Road
• 27 Uncle Barneys Road: Bulkhead replacement and pier construction
• Templeton: Second story addition to single family home at 77 South Street
• Kevin M Brown Trust: Home elevation and septic upgrade at 69 Surfside Road
• Pelham Farms: Enforcement Order discussion continued to October 17, 2024

Shellfish Committee

The Dennis Shellfish Committee will hold a public meeting on September 18, 2024. The agenda includes public comment, review of the May 15, 2024 meeting minutes, a constable update, and discussion of whether to open Bay scallops in Bass River on October 1. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are listed as anticipated discussion topics.

• Public comment period
• Review of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Constable update
• Discussion on opening Bay scallops in Bass River on October 1

Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee

The Dennis Advancement Committee will approve minutes from the August 29 meeting, create a subcommittee for the 187 Upper County Road, receive a crime‑watch update, and get status reports on the 187 Upper County Rd project and the Route 28 widening project.

• Approve minutes from the August 29th meeting
• Formalize the 187 Upper County Rd Subcommittee
• Crime watch update
• Update on 187 Upper County Rd project
• Update on RT 28 widening project

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board will meet to review reports from the Director, Outreach Coordinator, and various senior service providers. The meeting includes discussions on a 5 Year Action Plan and upcoming health and wellness programming.

• Health & Wellness Open House scheduled for October 22, 2024
• Review of 5 Year Action Plan
• Outreach reports on food insecurity, housing, financial needs, social isolation, and fuel assistance
• Approval of August 20, 2024 minutes

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School Committee will meet to introduce council members, review the school improvement plan, and consider the 2024‑25 handbook. They will also discuss school‑wide goals for teachers and team‑wide goals for administrators. No decisions on budgets or contracts are listed.

• Introductions of council members
• Review of the school improvement plan
• Consideration of the 2024‑25 handbook
• Discussion of school‑wide goals for teachers
• Discussion of team‑wide goals for administrators

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding special permits for commercial and residential developments. The board will also consider a definitive subdivision and an appointment to the Community Preservation Committee.

• Special Permit for 10,000 sf addition with retail and five workforce housing apartments at 1381 Route 134
• Special Permit for two dwelling units, including one affordable unit, at 1661 Route 6A
• Definitive Subdivision of a lot into two lots at 648 Setucket Road
• Appointment of a Planning Board member to the Community Preservation Committee
• Continued review of lot reconfiguration at 66 Jericho Way (moved to October)

Barnstable County Regional Government of Cape Cod

The Barnstable County HOME Consortium will hold a virtual public meeting on September 16, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. to gather comments on its draft 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER). The draft report covers the HOME Program’s activities for the period July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024, which was funded with $500,251.00 in HUD federal funds. Written comments are accepted through September 25, 2024 and will be summarized in the final report submitted to HUD.

• Virtual public meeting on draft 2023 CAPER, September 16, 2024 at 3 p.m.
• HUD funding amount: $500,251.00 for the HOME Program
• Draft CAPER available online starting September 5, 2024
• Public comment period open until September 25, 2024
• Comments to be submitted by mail or email to the HOME Program

Community Preservation Committee

The Dennis Community Preservation Committee will meet on September 12, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Prue Room (also via Zoom). The agenda includes a vote to approve the administrative assistant’s salary and a discussion of committee reorganization. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Vote to approve administrative assistant’s salary
• Discussion of committee reorganization
• Adjournment

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider multiple variance applications for property additions and new construction. The board will also hold show cause hearings regarding septic system upgrades and State Sanitary Code violations.

• Variance application for new construction at 7 Wendy Way, West Dennis
• Show cause hearings for septic system noncompliance at 242 Mayfair Road, 3 Paul Street, 37 Hall Street, 3 Hippogriffe Road, 19 Main Street, and 27 Thoreau Drive
• Show cause hearings for State Sanitary Code violations at 411 Upper County Road, 248 Main Street, and 691 Main Street
• Review of septic plan modifications for 107 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis
• Request to reduce wastewater treatment testing and service requirements for 10 Port Way, West Dennis

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The Beach Management Advisory Committee will meet on September 12, 2024 at Dennis Town Hall, 685 Route 134, South Dennis. The committee will review updates on beach maintenance, revenue, and inter‑municipal shoreline management. New business includes discussion of concession bids, the upcoming budget season, and a proposal for access over town property at 79 Chase Avenue.

• Concession bids for beach facilities
• Discussion of the upcoming budget season
• Proposal for access over town property at 79 Chase Avenue
• Beach maintenance update
• Revenue report

Beach Committee

The Dennis Beach Committee and Beach Management Advisory Committee will meet on September 12, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the Prue Room of Dennis Town Hall (685 Route 134) and via Zoom. The agenda includes updates on beach maintenance, a review of the August 8, 2024 minutes, and old‑business items such as the BMAC update and shoreline management. New‑business items include reviewing concession bids, the upcoming budget season, and a proposal concerning access over town property at 79 Chase Avenue. The next meeting is scheduled for October 10, 2024.

• Review of concession bids for beach facilities
• Discussion of the upcoming budget season for beach operations
• Proposal for access over town property at 79 Chase Avenue
• Beach Maintenance update
• Inter‑municipal shoreline management for southeastern Cape Cod Bay

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports from the Library Director and Chair. The meeting includes updates from representatives of five local libraries.

• Review of Little Library by the Sea Summer 2024 materials and winter storage
• Director's report on Summer recap, Story Walk, and Fall Forward
• Discussion on Libraries and the League of Woman Voters Outreach

Wixon School Building Committee

The Wixon School Building Committee will hold a public workshop on September 11, 2024. The committee will review and consider approval of meeting minutes, discuss the building's condition including the septic system and other issues, and consider the estimated cost and use of the building. The meeting will also address the disposition of the Wixon School building strategy.

• Review and consider approval of meeting minutes
• Discuss septic system condition
• Discuss other building issues
• Consider estimated cost and use of the building
• Disposition of Wixon School building strategy

Select Board

The Select Board and Wixon School Building Committee will hold a workshop to review the building's condition. The body will discuss the school's septic system, other building issues, and estimated costs. The meeting will also address the disposition of the Wixon School building strategy.

• Review of Wixon School septic system
• Discussion of Wixon School building condition and estimated cost
• Disposition of Wixon School building strategy

Josiah Dennis Manse Committee

The Josiah Dennis Manse Committee will meet to discuss building and grounds updates and review attendance from the summer and Colonial Day. The committee will also discuss strategies for recruiting new docents and committee members.

• Approval of August 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Building and grounds update
• Review of Colonial Day and summer attendance
• Discussion on recruiting new committee members and docents

Old Kings Highway Committee

The committee is meeting to review several applications for renovations and installations within the historic district. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting.

• Renovations at 66 Sea Street E
• Cedar fence installation at 21 Constance Ann Way S
• Rooftop solar installation at 53 Robbin Run E
• Alterations at 7 Paul Street
• Dormer installation at 56 Seaside Ave

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and consider articles for a Special Town Meeting, including FY2025 budget supplements and a Local Comprehensive Plan update. The body will also reconsider recommendations for several projects based on available funds.

• Article 1: FY2025 Budget Supplements
• Article 17: Local Comprehensive Plan Update
• Article 14: Old South Dennis Cemetery and Liberty Field Improvements
• Article 15: Acquisition of 61A Old Hills Road
• Reserve Fund transfer request for Golf Cart Barn Renovations design services

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old King’s Highway Regional Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on Appeal No. 2024‑5. The appeal seeks to overturn Brewster Town Committee’s denial of a Certificate of Appropriateness for a hobby barn with solar panels. The proposed structure is 42 feet wide, 59 feet long, and 298 inches high, located at 136 Gages Way and Harwich Road (Lot #69, Map #55). The decision and appeal petition are available for public review at the Brewster Town Clerk’s Office.

• Appeal No. 2024‑5 by Than Drake to reverse denial of Certificate of Appropriateness for a hobby barn at 136 Gages Way and Harwich Road (Lot #69, Map #55)
• Proposed barn dimensions: 42’ wide, 59’ long, 298” high, with solar panels on the roof

Alternative Energy Committee

The Dennis Alternative Energy Advisory Committee will discuss municipal updates regarding Green Communities. The body will review a draft contract for the EV Ready project and discuss solar and electrification efforts at the golf course.

• Review of EV Ready draft contract for EV-CS pilot project
• Update on Encon Study/Project for Competitive Green Communities Grant
• Discussion of Golf course Solar/Cart Electrification

Advisory Committee on Disabilities

The Advisory Committee on Disabilities will meet to discuss the 'Living With Differences' program and 2026 budget ideas. The committee will also review the Braille/Sensory Trail and vote on a new price for an accessible fishing pier.

• Vote on new price for accessible fishing pier
• Review of Braille/Sensory Trail completion
• Discussion of 2026 budget ideas
• Review of Agway plaque dedication
• Review of August 2024 finances

Golf Advisory Committee

The Golf Advisory Committee will meet to review the Director of Golf's report. Discussions will include monthly financial reports and updates regarding the capital improvement fund.

• Approval of July 29, 2024 minutes
• Review of monthly financials
• Capital improvement fund updates

Conservation Commission

The Dennis Conservation Commission will meet on September 5 2024 at 6 p.m. in the Town Hall’s Large “Stone” Hearing Room. An executive session at 6 p.m. will be held to discuss the town’s litigation strategy in the case against Kerry Sullivan, Great Western Sand & Gravel, LLC and Dig It Construction (C.A. No 2072‑00412). The meeting will also continue hearings on several Notice of Intent projects, including asphalt parking lot repairs at 961 Main St. & 238 Swan River Rd., beach access improvements at 73‑75 Dr Lords Rd., and bulkhead replacement at 27 Uncle Barneys Rd. Additional items include a request to demolish a building at 481 Main St., certificates of compliance for various waterfront structures, and discussion of an enforcement order for Pelham Farms, LLC.

• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy in Town v. Kerry Sullivan, Great Western Sand & Gravel, LLC and Dig It Construction (C.A. No 2072‑00412).
• Continued hearing: repair of asphalt parking lots at 961 Main Street & 238 Swan River Road.
• Continued hearing: bulkhead replacement and pier construction at 27 Uncle Barneys Road.
• New hearing: request for determination of applicability for demolition at 481 Main Street, South Dennis.
• Certificate of compliance for reconstruction of dock and boat slip at 33 Dexter Snow Avenue.

Arts & Culture Council

The Dennis Arts and Culture Council will meet on September 4, 2024 at the Dennis Police Station. The council will consider approval of the August 4, 2024 meeting minutes, updates to its guidelines and priorities, and a training session on the SmartSimple information system. It will also receive an update on final reports and discuss possible approaches to future funding requests. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting’s time, date, location, and goals.

• Approve August 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review updated guidelines and priorities
• Practice accessing information on SmartSimple
• Update on final reports
• Discuss approaches to funding requests and possible assignments

Board of Assessors

The Dennis Board of Assessors will consider several agenda items, including approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments. It will discuss MV and boat abatements for May, June, and July, as well as MV Commitment 3 and 4. The primary fiscal item is the presentation of Real Estate and Personal Property FY25 Preliminary Commitments and Warrants. An executive session will address veteran and elderly exemptions and an Appellate Tax Board case.

• Approval of minutes from the May 2 and May 13, 2024 meetings
• MV and boat abatements for May, June, and July
• MV Commitment 3 and 4
• Real Estate and Personal Property FY25 Preliminary Commitments and Warrants
• Executive session: veteran and elderly exemption and Appellate Tax Board case

Town Clerk

The Town of Dennis will open, remove, and deposit early/absentee voted ballots at the Town Hall Stone Hearing Room on Thursday, August 29 at 9:00 AM and Friday, August 30 at 9:00 AM. Observers are asked to register in advance by emailing [email protected]. No results will be announced until after the polls close on September 3, 2024, when the processed ballots will be added to the election day totals.

• Opening, removal, and deposit of early/absentee ballots on Aug 29 9:00 AM
• Opening, removal, and deposit of early/absentee ballots on Aug 30 9:00 AM
• Location: Dennis Town Hall, 685 Route 134, Stone Hearing Room
• Observers must register by email before each session
• Results to be posted after polls close on Sep 3, 2024

Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee

The Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee will meet to review local projects and community updates. The body is discussing resident input for the 187 Upper County Rd project and requesting a charrette for Route 28 near the Bass River Bridge.

• Update on 187 Upper County Rd project
• Request for Select Board support for a Route 28 West Dennis charrette near Bass River Bridge
• Review of three town-owned properties at Bass River Park
• Highway Department Policy on trash removal update
• Discussion on renewing a Christmas Stroll from Dennis Port to West Dennis

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old King’s Highway Regional Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Appeal No. 2024-4. The appeal seeks to reverse a decision that allowed the installation of roof-top solar panels at 16 Church Street in Yarmouth Port.

• Appeal No. 2024-4 regarding roof-top solar panels at 16 Church Street (Town Map 122 Lot 72)

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's office is conducting sessions to open and deposit early and absentee voted ballots. These sessions will take place at Dennis Town Hall in the Stone Hearing Room. No results will be announced until after polls close on September 3, 2024.

• Ballot processing session: Thursday, August 29 at 9:00 AM
• Ballot processing session: Friday, August 30 at 9:00 AM

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District will review several applications for exterior renovations, solar installations, and property alterations. The committee will also consider the demolition of a single-family home and the construction of a new one at 46 Wild Hunter Rd.

• Demolition and new single-family home construction at 46 Wild Hunter Rd
• Removal of previously approved farmer's porch, sunroom, and false chimney at 1507 Route 6A
• Solar installations at 42 Agnes Road and 8 Barry Lane
• Exterior renovations at 33 Pleasant Street and 973 Route 6A
• Sign application for 766 Route 6A

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will hold an executive session to discuss real‑estate options at 6 Old Hills Road and collective‑bargaining strategy for AFSCME Unit A. A public licensing hearing will consider Alyaan Group, Inc.'s request to change its liquor license at 66 School Street, West Dennis. The board will also review Special Town Meeting articles on wastewater, building rentals, land acquisition, BAN paydown, and AFSCME classification adjustments, and will consider FY24 goals and FY25 goals updates.

• Executive session: consider purchase, exchange, or lease of real estate at 6 Old Hills Road
• Executive session: discuss collective‑bargaining strategy for AFSCME Unit A
• Licensing hearing: Alyaan Group, Inc. application to change liquor license at 66 School Street, West Dennis
• Authorize contracts for two ambulances ($791,978 and $810,376) and a ladder truck ($2,051,697)
• Review Special Town Meeting Articles on wastewater Phase 1, municipal building rental fees, land acquisition 61A Old Hills Road, BAN paydown, and AFSCME classification market adjustment

Cemetery Advisory Committee

The committee will review the July 23, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss updates on various cemetery projects, including plantings, a bench request, a scout project, improvements at Old South Dennis Cemetery and Liberty Field, stone cleaning of Revolutionary War Patriots' markers, and cemetery repairs. No formal votes are listed; items are presented for discussion only.

• Plantings at Dennis Village Cemetery – update
• Bench request for Dennis Village Cemetery – update
• Scout Project at Dennis Village Cemetery – update
• Old South Dennis Cemetery & Liberty Field improvements – update
• Stone cleaning of Revolutionary War Patriots' markers – update

Finance Committee

The Select Board and Finance Committee will jointly review articles for a Special Town Meeting, including wastewater and land acquisition. The board will also hold hearings on liquor licensing and town fee changes.

• Public hearing for Alyaan Group, Inc. (66 School Street) liquor license change
• Public hearing on town fees for Golf, Building, Beach, Natural Resources, and Assessors departments
• Review of Special Town Meeting articles: Wastewater Phase 1, Municipal Building Rental Fees, 61A Old Hills Road land acquisition, BAN Paydown, and AFSCME A market adjustment
• Proposed purchases of two ambulances ($791,978 and $810,376) and one ladder truck ($2,051,697)
• Review of Land Development Agreement for 187 Depot Street

Dennis Affordable Housing Trust

The Dennis Affordable Housing Trust will meet to discuss updates on regional housing services, housing programs, and financial matters. Key topics include the status of the MassHousing grant application for Bob Crowell Road and the potential use of vacant town properties for housing. The meeting will also cover the Treasurer's financial report, a housing proposal for the Select Board, and a review of the housing bond bill.

• Discussion of Barnstable County Shared Regional Housing Services with Paul Foley
• Status update on MassHousing grant application for Bob Crowell Road
• Treasurer's Report reviewing financials
• Proposal housing update for the Select Board
• Discussion of potential vacant properties in town for housing

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider special permits for several residential projects. These requests involve adding dormers, second floors, and remodeling homes, as well as razing and replacing non-conforming dwellings.

• Special Permit for a dormer at 20 Uncle Johns Road
• Special Permit for a second floor at 17 Cornell Drive
• Special Permit for additions and remodeling at 60 Pilgrim Road
• Special Permit to raze and replace dwellings at 157 Sea Street and 220 Nobscussett Road
• Continued hearing for renovations at 201 Sea Street

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's Office will open on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to allow residents to register to vote for the State Primary on September 3, 2024. Online registration is also available until 11:59 p.m. on the same day.

• Voter registration extended to Saturday, August 24, 2024
• Town Clerk's Office open 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday
• Online registration available until 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, August 24
• State Primary scheduled for September 3, 2024

Solid Waste & Recycling Committee

The Solid Waste & Recycling Committee will meet to review reports from the Director and Transfer Station Foreman. The committee is scheduled to discuss financial considerations for new sticker prices and other upcoming expenses.

• Financial considerations for new sticker price
• Discussion of upcoming expenses
• Acceptance of June 28, 2024 minutes

Wixon School Building Committee

The Wixon School Building Committee and Select Board will review the building's condition, specifically the septic system. The body will discuss the building strategy and may request a Town Meeting article to fund repairs.

• Review of septic system notices and extension
• Discussion of estimated costs and use for building issues
• Disposition of Wixon School Building strategy
• Potential request for Town Meeting article to fund building repairs

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will meet on August 22, 2024 to review building‑condition items, including septic system notices, other building issues, and cost estimates. The board will also consider the disposition of the Wixon School building strategy and a possible town‑meeting article to fund repairs to the Wixon building. The meeting will be held in the Dennis Police Department Meeting Room and via Zoom.

• Septic system notices and extension
• Other building issues
• Estimated cost and use for building repairs
• Disposition of Wixon School building strategy
• Request for town‑meeting article to fund Wixon building repairs

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will review warrant articles regarding an Affordable Housing Coordinator, the Josiah Dennis Manse Museum, and a new recreation building in Johnny Kelley Park. The body will also discuss the disposition of debt for the West Dennis Schoolhouse renovations.

• Warrant article for Affordable Housing Coordinator
• Warrant article for Josiah Dennis Manse Museum
• Warrant article for new recreation building in Johnny Kelley Park
• Disposition of $223,000 outstanding debt for West Dennis Schoolhouse renovations

Zoning Bylaw Study Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Study Committee will hear citizens' concerns, approve any outstanding meeting minutes, continue discussion of members' suggested topics for zoning bylaw study, and set the date and agenda for the next meeting.

• Citizens’ concerns
• Approval of minutes outstanding
• Continue discussion of members’ suggested zoning bylaw study topics
• Determine next meeting date and agenda items

Tourism Committee

The Dennis Tourism Committee will meet to review and approve funding for Fall advertising opportunities and discuss STR overflow parking. The meeting will be held at the Department of Public Works Conference Room.

• Review and approve funding for Fall advertising opportunities
• STR Overflow parking discussion
• Guest speaker Eric Hart, Cape Cinema
• Chamber update
• Approve minutes

Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council

The Dennis Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council will review the July 25 meeting, discuss upcoming overdose‑awareness events, and hear a presentation by Daina Carpenter of APG about how council funds have benefited her program. The council will also set the date for its next meeting. Items are tentative and may be added or omitted.

• Review of July 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of upcoming events at Johnny Kelley Park, Smugglers Beach, and Falmouth
• Presentation by Daina Carpenter (APG) on SUDAC fund usage
• Scheduling of next meeting for September 26, 2024

South Dennis Historic District Committee

The South Dennis Historic District Committee will hold a public meeting on August 21, 2024, to review applications for paint work and a solar installation. The meeting will be held at the Town Hall and is accessible via Zoom.

• Review of paint application at 71 Old Main Street
• Review of shed application at 10 Dutchs Way
• Review of paint application at 5 Old Bass River Road
• Review of solar application at 14 Half Way
• Approval of minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a Special Review for the conversion of a nursing home into a Family Transition Shelter Center. The board will also review a land swap and discuss potential litigation in executive session.

• Special Review for conversion of nursing home to Family Transition Shelter Center at 1 Love Lane
• ANR review for equal land swap at 65-69 Fisk Street
• Executive session regarding potential litigation for Chandler Drive Subdivision
• Definitive Subdivision request for 648 Setucket Road (continued to September 16)

Dennis Housing Authority

The Dennis Housing Authority will meet to approve payroll and award several maintenance and service contracts. The body will also review amendments to the Section 8 Admin Plan and certify financial and lead paint compliance documents.

• Award 3-year refuse removal contract to Cavossa Disposal Corporation for $65,542.66
• Award HWH replacement contract to GEM Plumbing & Heating Services for $12,808.50
• Work Plan 075085 CSV Septic change orders for railings ($17,460.00) and a generator concrete pad ($4,418.30)
• Amendment to Section 8 Admin Plan regarding Housing Quality Standards (HQS) enforcement
• Acceptance of donations for a used extension ladder and a used riding lawnmower

Solid Waste & Recycling Committee

The Solid Waste & Recycling Committee will receive a Director's report and a Transfer Station Foreman report. It will consider financial matters, including a new sticker price and other upcoming expenses. The meeting will also include acceptance of the June 28, 2024 minutes and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Director’s report
• Transfer Station Foreman report
• Financial considerations for new sticker price
• Other upcoming expenses
• Acceptance of June 28, 2024 minutes

Dennis Water District

The Board of Water Commissioners will discuss wastewater system implementation and groundwater demands related to the Zoning Bylaw Study Committee. The board will also receive a presentation on a PFAS evaluation and monitoring plan. Personnel and administrative requests regarding compensation and staffing will be considered.

• Presentation on PFAS Evaluation, Monitoring and Preparedness Plan by Resilient Civil Engineering, PC
• Board response to questions on groundwater demands due to development for the Zoning Bylaw Study Committee
• Updates on Wastewater System Implementation Intermunicipal Agreement with Town of Dennis
• Request to hire part-time accounting assistance
• Consideration of buy-out of Clerk/Treasurer’s comp time

Jericho Committee

The Jericho Committee will meet on August 15, 2024 at 4:00 pm in West Dennis. Members may discuss old business items such as reopening reflections and finishing renovation projects, and new business items including garden regrouping, fall projects, landscape help, heritage plant sources, and plans for an Apple Pie Baking Contest. The agenda notes that not all listed items are guaranteed to be covered.

• Reopening reflections (old business)
• Finishing up renovation projects (old business)
• Gardens – regroup (new business)
• Fall projects (new business)
• Apple Pie Baking Contest – plans, prizes, judges, applications, staffing (new business)

Josiah Dennis Manse Committee

The Josiah Dennis Manse Committee will review meeting minutes, update on building and grounds, and finalize plans for Colonial Day on August 17th.

• Review and approve July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on building and grounds
• Finalize plans for Colonial Day, August 17th
• Report on deaccession of braided rugs and dolls

Old Kings Highway Committee

The committee will review several applications for rooftop solar installations, home additions, and a garage demolition. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from July 24, 2024.

• Rooftop solar applications for 22 Chadwick Road, 65 Asack Drive, 20 Hemlock Lane, 30 Christopher Hall Drive, and 22 Uncle Bills Way
• Addition application for 60 Pilgrim Rd
• Garage addition application for 640 Setucket Rd
• Garage demolition application for 45 Dr Lords Rd

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the adoption of fees for several town departments. The board will also review articles for a Special Town Meeting and consider various administrative appointments and fund transfers.

• Public hearing on fee changes for Ambulance, Assessors, Beach, Building, Golf, and Natural Resources departments
• Review of Special Town Meeting articles including CPC grants for Johnny Kelley Park and JD Manse Museum
• Review of Special Town Meeting Article 12 regarding Swan River Dredge Permitting
• Reserve Fund Transfer Request for kitchen hood make-up repair at Highlands Golf Course
• Local Initiative Project Application for 232 Upper County Road, Dennis Port

Zoning Bylaw Study Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Study Committee is meeting to review research questions regarding the uses of the Monomoy Lens. The committee may also authorize a subcommittee to recruit additional people to assist in gathering information.

• Review of water-related research questions for the Monomoy Lens
• Potential authorization of a subcommittee to gather Monomoy Lens information

Arts & Culture Council

The Dennis Arts and Culture Committee will meet on August 7, 2024 at 5:00 pm in the training room of the Dennis Police Station, 90 Bob Crowell Road. The agenda includes approval of the May 1 minutes, discussion of an outreach survey, a report on 2024 grants, and review of additions and deletions to guidelines and priorities. The committee may also consider new business and set the next meeting’s time, date, location, and goals.

• Approval of May 1 minutes
• Discussion of outreach survey
• Report on 2024 grants
• Additions and deletions to guidelines and priorities
• Determine next meeting time, date, location, and goals

Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee

The Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, August 24 at 6:15pm at the Dennis Public Library to discuss the 187 Upper County Road project and other town matters.

• Approval of minutes from June 25th meeting
• Update on 187 Upper County Road project
• Discussion on formal Highway Department trash removal policy
• Review of Concerts Attendance data
• Consideration of renewing the Christmas Stroll

Advisory Committee on Disabilities

The Dennis Advisory Committee on Disabilities will review its 2025 budget and discuss various accessibility projects, including the motorized beach chair and a sensory trail. The committee will also table at the Dennis Festival days.

• Review new 2025 budget
• Review utilization of motorized beach chair
• Look into Americor for maintenance of Braille / Sensory trail
• Accessible poling for precinct 1/ new fire station
• Redo Dennis Dog Park for accessibility

Golf Advisory Committee

The Dennis Golf Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss a proposed 2025 fee increase for golf operations. The meeting will be held at the Dennis Police Department Training Room.

• Approval of June 10, 2024 minutes
• Director of Golf report on proposed 2025 fee increases
• Public input on fee increases
• Scheduling of next meeting

Zoning Bylaw Study Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Study Committee will discuss a Town Planner memo regarding a consultant for multi-family housing and the Route 134 Overlay district. The committee will also review zoning bylaw topics for study and a CC Times editorial on population increase.

• Update on 5.30.2024 memo regarding consultant for multi-family housing
• Discussion of Route 134 Overlay district
• Review of 1.14.24 CC Times editorial regarding population increase
• Discussion of Monomoy Groundwater Lens
• Identification of Zoning Bylaw topics for committee study

Tourism Committee

The Tourism Committee will meet to discuss and vote on funding for 2026 Semiquincentennial celebrations. The meeting includes a guest speaker from the Dennis Historical Commission and updates from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Vote on funding for 2026 Semiquincentennial celebrations
• Guest speaker Diane Rochelle, Dennis Historical Commission
• Chamber of Commerce updates

Cemetery Advisory Committee

The Cemetery Advisory Committee will meet to review minutes and discuss several maintenance and improvement projects. The agenda includes items related to the Dennis Village and Old S. Dennis cemeteries.

• Bench request for Roberta Berrien at Dennis Village Cemetery
• Planting and Scout Project at Dennis Village Cemetery
• Stone cleaning for Revolutionary War Patriots
• Improvements to Old S. Dennis Cemetery and Liberty Field
• Dennis Village Cemetery repairs via CPC Grant

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School Council will meet to establish operational norms and roles. The body will review the school handbook to identify priority areas, specifically focusing on the attendance policy.

• Review of DYRHS Handbook
• Discussion of Attendance Policy

South Dennis Historic District Committee

The South Dennis Historic District Commission will meet to review applications for exterior modifications within the historic district. The body will consider requests for painting and the installation of fences and benches.

• Barbara McCann: request to paint house at 11 River Dale North SD (SDH-027691-2024)
• Town of Dennis: request for fence/bench at 485 Main Street SD (SDH-027966-2024)
• Town of Dennis: informal review for fence at 12 Southover
• Correction of abutters notification for 34 Duck Pond Road (SDH-026944-2024)

Planning Board

The Dennis Planning Board will hold a public hearing and discuss several items, including a site‑plan approval for a 9,750 sq ft building at 141 Great Western Road and a special permit for a two‑story, ~10,000 sq ft mixed‑use addition with five workforce housing apartments at 1381 Route 134. Administrative business such as committee reports, draft minutes, and an ANR for re‑configuring lots at 66 Jericho Way will also be reviewed. The meeting includes a town planner update on current and long‑range planning and an open slot for other business.

• Review ANR for 66 Jericho Way to re‑configure 4 existing lots into 5 lots.
• Continue site‑plan approval for 141 Great Western Road – 9,750 sq ft building in Industrial and R‑40 districts.
• Consider special permit for 1381 Route 134 – two‑story, ~10,000 sq ft mixed‑use addition with expanded retail and five workforce housing apartments in Limited Business and Old King’s Highway Historic districts.
• Town planner provides current and long‑range planning update.
• Other business may be presented as permitted by law.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review several variance applications for additions, alterations, or new construction. The meeting also includes show cause hearings regarding noncompliance with fuel storage regulations and requests to reduce wastewater treatment system requirements.

• Variance Application: 14 Heintz Road, Dennisport (Addition/Alteration)
• Variance Application: 38 Sears Road, East Dennis (Addition/Alteration)
• Variance Application: 4 Captain Walsh Road, East Dennis (Addition/Alteration)
• Variance Application: 13 Port Way, West Dennis (New Construction)
• Variance Application: 54 Beaten Road, Dennisport (New Construction)

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on beach maintenance and natural resources. Discussion includes revenue reports, plover activity, and inter-municipal shoreline management.

• Beach Maintenance update
• Revenue Report
• Plover Activity
• Inter municipal Shoreline Management for Southeastern Cape Cod Bay

Beach Committee

The Beach Committee and Beach Management Advisory Committee will hold a combined meeting. Discussion topics include revenue reports, plover activity, and inter-municipal shoreline management for Southeastern Cape Cod Bay.

• Beach Maintenance update
• Revenue Report
• Plover Activity
• Inter municipal Shoreline Management for Southeastern Cape Cod Bay

Wixon School Building Committee

The committee will review existing conditions including asbestos and other building issues. Discussion includes a possible partial demolition of the Wixon School and various repair proposals.

• Possible demolition of portion of building
• 11-15-17 Perkins Eastman repair proposal
• 3-1-18 ceiling repair replacement plan & specifications proposal
• 7-6-23 Wixon School code evaluation
• 6-2-23 Request for expressions of interest

Josiah Dennis Manse Committee

The committee will review and approve the June 12, 2024, meeting minutes. Discussion topics include updates on building and grounds maintenance, moth remediation, and summer docent coverage.

• Review and approval of June 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Building and grounds update
• Moth situation remediation report
• Summer schedule and docent coverage review

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District committee will meet to review several property applications. These items include requests for solar installations, additions, new siding, and other exterior renovations.

• David Alberto: 2-story addition at 11 Donovan Way, Dennis
• Douglas Delroy: Solar installation at 37 Hemlock Lane, South Dennis
• Mark & Donna Albonesi: New siding at 14 Lady Slipper Drive, East Dennis
• Owen Sullivan: Addition at 122 Beach Street, Dennis
• Susan & Robert Laufer: New fence at 41 Stillman Kelley Rd, East Dennis

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site visit at 141 Great Western Road to observe proposed building and parking locations. The visit also aims to witness progress on restoration plans related to previous violations and lawsuits involving the Conservation Commission and Board of Health.

• Site visit for 141 Great Western Road
• Site Plan Approval request by Great Western Sand & Gravel LLC
• Proposed 9,750 square foot building for contractor bays and storage

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding the Cape Playhouse and Cape Cinema. The agenda also includes a guest presentation by Peggy McAloon concerning retail marijuana and an update from the Town Planner.

• Update on the Cape Playhouse and Cape Cinema
• Guest speaker: Peggy McAloon on allowing retail marijuana
• Town Planner Update

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will hold a joint public meeting with the Planning Board on July 1, 2024. The scheduled Select Board executive session has been cancelled.

• Joint public meeting with the Planning Board

Alternative Energy Committee

The committee will welcome a new member and review minutes from previous meetings. Discussion topics include updates on an EV-CS pilot project, an energy conservation study for a Green Communities grant, and golf course solar or cart electrification.

• Welcome of new member Mr Asa Smith
• EV-CS pilot project review
• Encon Study/Project for Competitive Green Communities Grant
• Golf course Solar/Cart Electrification

Planning Board

The Dennis Planning Board is holding public hearings on several land-use proposals that affect local zoning and community planning. Residents can review a draft Open Space and Recreation Plan update, a site plan for contractor bays at 141 Great Western Road, and a lot subdivision at 648 Setucket Road. The board will also evaluate a referral to convert a nursing home into a shelter center near 1 Love Lane and assess routine waterway maintenance requests. These items determine how specific parcels are developed and guide future town recreation investments.

• Public hearing on the 2024 Open Space and Recreation Plan update draft
• Site plan approval request for a 9,750-square-foot contractor facility at 141 Great Western Road, South Dennis
• Definitive subdivision request to split one lot into two at 648 Setucket Road, East Dennis
• DRI referral review for converting a nursing home into a ~79-unit shelter center at 1 Love Lane, South Dennis
• Chapter 91 maintenance reviews for docking facilities at 3 Captain Doane’s Way and dredging at 155 Uncle Barney’s Road

Advisory Committee on Disabilities

The committee will review the June 2024 minutes and discuss the 2025 budget and end-of-year 2024 spending. Discussion items include motorized chair placement and instructions, as well as potential new members and committee positions.

• Review of 2025 budget and 2024 year-end spending
• Review of motorized/GRIT/Mobi chair flyer placement
• Review of Adult Grit chair purchase
• Review of children’s Grit chair instructions
• Vote on committee positions

Solid Waste & Recycling Committee

The committee will receive reports from the Director and Transfer Foreman. The agenda includes a review of November 29, 2023 minutes, safety issues at the Transfer Station, and financial updates.

• Director's report
• Transfer foreman report
• Acceptance of November 29, 2023 minutes
• Safety issues at the Transfer Station
• Election of Officers

Community Preservation Committee

The Dennis Community Preservation Committee will meet on June 27, 2024 to review three pending submissions. Members will evaluate an application from the Association to Preserve Cape Cod, receive a status update from the Recreation Department, and examine a legal opinion regarding the Village Improvement Society. The agenda does not list specific funding amounts or project details for these items. The committee will also approve minutes from its June 13 meeting.

• Review application from the Association to Preserve Cape Cod
• Update on Recreation Department application
• Review legal opinion on Village Improvement Society application
• Approve minutes from June 13, 2024 meeting

Zoning Bylaw Study Committee

The committee will discuss articles regarding population increase and the Monomoy Groundwater Lens. Members will also review a memo from the Town Planner concerning a consultant for multi-family housing and the Route 134 Overlay district.

• Discussion of population increase and Monomoy Groundwater Lens
• Review of Town Planner memo regarding multi-family housing and Route 134 Overlay district
• Discussion of proposed Zoning Bylaw study topics

Substance Use Disorder Advisory Council

The council will review previous minutes and recognize new member Tom Slayter. The agenda includes updates on Alateen, Brightview, and a presentation by Hopeful Outreach of Cape Cod.

• Review of April 25, 2024 minutes
• Update by Ronnie Gullette on Alateen
• Update on Brightview
• Presentation by staff of Hopeful Outreach of Cape Cod
• Review of letter regarding flags for overdose victims

South Dennis Historic District Committee

The Commission will meet to consider various applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These requests include changes to windows, doors, paint, decks, fencing, and skylights at several residential properties.

• Frank Murphy: window removal at 75 Old Main Street WD
• Karen Damour: windows/doors at 34 Duck Pond Road SD
• Joseph Holberg: exterior paint at 71 Old Main Street WD
• Inara Colon: deck replacement at 494 Main Street SD
• Connor LaRocco: new fencing at 404 Main Street SD

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District committee will meet to discuss several property applications. These items include requests for additions, solar panels, fences, and demolition.

• Fence: Michael Casper (152 Whig Street)
• NSF Home: Thomas Buckley (4 Spadoni Way)
• Dark grey Mastic Vinyl shingles: Francis Fecteau (36 Mooring Lane)
• Addition and new barn: Chris Cannon (32 Center Street)
• Addition: Craig Kelleher (45 Dr Lords Road)

Recreation Commission

The Dennis Recreation Commission will meet to elect a chair, vice-chair, and secretary. Members will receive status updates on Chapman Field, the Kelley Park renovation (including bath and clubhouse progress), and the Wixon Building committee. The agenda also covers commission responsibilities for the Open Space and Recreation Plan and a review of survey results to guide future programs. These items are anticipated discussions and reports that affect local park maintenance and recreational planning; no specific votes or binding actions are scheduled.

• Election of Commission Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary
• Status updates on Chapman Field and Kelley Park renovation (bath and clubhouse progress)
• Wixon Building committee progress report
• Discussion on commission responsibilities for the Open Space and Recreation Plan
• Review of survey results and comments for future programs

Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive a crime watch update. Members will discuss the committee's role in proposing ideas to the Selectboard regarding the former church property.

• Discussion of the former church property
• Update on larger banner project
• Request process for a West Dennis charrette
• Research update from Kevin Mangan regarding the entrance to West Dennis properties

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the Finance Committee to review FY2024 budget reports, interfund transfers, and reserve fund transfers. The board will also discuss wastewater project status and updates regarding Phase 1 design and implementation.

• FY2024 year-to-date budget reports
• FY2024 interfund transfers
• FY2024 Finance Committee reserve fund transfers
• Wastewater Phase 1 design, implementation, and SRF funding status
• Public hearing for Seven G’s Discount Liquors liquor license transfer at 554 Main Street

Cemetery Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss several cemetery maintenance items. Discussion topics include bench requests, wildflower plantings, and potential Eagle Scout projects.

• Bench request for Dennis Village Cemetery (Roberta Berrien)
• Wildflower planting at Dennis Village and 5S. Dennis Congregational Church Cemeteries
• Free Cash application update for Old 5S. Dennis Cemetery and Liberty Field improvements
• Dennis Village Cemetery repairs via CPC Grant

Old Kings Highway Committee

John and Racheal McGaffigan are seeking a reversal of a Dennis Town Committee decision. The appeal concerns a permit requirement for specific grid patterns on seven replacement windows at 17 Island Street.

• Appeal No. 2024-3 regarding Permit #OKH-026988-2024
• Proposed window replacements at 17 Island Street, East Dennis
• Request to remove requirement for 6 over 6 or 6 over 1 grid patterns

Finance Committee

The Select Board and Finance Committee will conduct a joint meeting to review FY2024 budget reports, interfund transfers, and reserve fund transfers. The agenda also includes updates on wastewater phase 1 design, implementation, and financial modeling.

• FY2024 year-to-date budget reports
• FY2024 interfund transfers
• FY2024 Finance Committee reserve fund transfers
• Wastewater Phase 1 design, implementation, and SRF funding status
• Licensing hearing for Seven G’s Discount Liquors at 554 Main Street

Dennis Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will review a presentation and an application regarding projects at 852 Main Street and 530 Main Street. The meeting includes updates on housing programs, grants, and the VIC Hall Project.

• Presentation by Meyer and Sons on 852 Main Street
• Application review for 530 Main Street project
• Status update on Bob Crowell Road MassHousing grant application
• VIC Hall Project RFP evaluation status
• Approval of April 22, 2024 minutes

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee will meet at 5:00 p.m. on June 24, 2024. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss strategy related to litigation.

• Executive Session regarding litigation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings on various residential and commercial requests, including razing and replacing structures. The board also intends to appoint a new Chairman and may discuss litigation strategy regarding Kantor v. Checkoway.

• Variance for 266 Nobscussett Road to raze a single-family dwelling and increase footprint
• Special Permit for 228 Lower County Road to make outdoor seating permanent at Chapin’s Fish and Chips Beach Bar
• Special Permit for 45 Craig Road for a deck addition with increased height and lot coverage
• Special Permit for 114 Kibby Lane to add a bedroom and bathroom
• Special Permit for 7 Wendy Way to raze and replace a single-family dwelling

Dennis Housing Authority

The Dennis Housing Authority will conduct a public meeting to discuss new business and the Executive Director's report. The agenda includes the adoption of an Affirmative Action Goal and a fee amendment for architectural services.

• Welcome newly appointed Commissioner Roberta Berrien
• Adoption of Fair Housing - Affirmative Action Goal
• Work Plan 075104 Leonardi Aray Architects, Fee Amendment #1 for $4,264.00

Wixon School Building Committee

The committee will discuss existing building conditions, including asbestos and other issues. Members will review a questionnaire due June 15, 2024, and consider the strategy for the Wixon School building.

• Possible demolition of portion of building
• Perkins Eastman repair proposal
• Ceiling repair replacement plan & specifications proposal
• Wixon School code evaluation
• Request for expressions of interest

Jericho Committee

The committee will discuss garden preparations and responsibilities for the upcoming reopening day. The meeting also includes scheduling the next committee meeting.

• Garden preparations and responsibilities
• Scheduling of next meeting

Dennis Water District

The Board of Water Commissioners will consider re-voting to purchase approximately 5.86 acres at Flax Pond via eminent domain. The meeting also includes a discussion on recruiting for a water works vacancy and reviewing a wastewater discharge report.

• Re-vote to purchase 5.86+- acres at Flax Pond, South Dennis
• Recruitment of experienced person to fill Water Works vacancy
• Review of Site 2 Treated Effluent Discharge Report for Town of Dennis Wastewater Phase I
• Executive Session regarding the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real property

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct several new hearings regarding residential construction and septic systems. It will also address continued hearings for various projects and discuss enforcement orders.

• New hearing: Shed installation at 8 Grindell Avenue, Dennisport
• New hearing: Dwelling replacement and septic system at 54 Beaten Road, Dennisport
• New hearing: Two-story addition at 201 Sea Street, Dennis
• Order of Conditions: New single-family dwelling and septic at 22 Old Main Street, West Dennis
• Order of Conditions: Water Resource Recovery Facility monitoring at 120 Theophilus Smith Road, Dennis

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding opting out of Early Voting by Mail for the October 8, 2024, Special Town Election. The meeting also includes an update on Fire Station 2 and the consideration of an employment contract for Assistant Fire Chief Geoffrey Mulholland.

• Public hearing on opting out of Early Voting by Mail for the October 8, 2024, Special Town Election
• Acceptance of Peter Checkoway's resignation from the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Employment contract for Assistant Fire Chief Geoffrey Mulholland
• Wetland Protection Act Fund Transfer request
• Fire Station 2 update from the Owners Project Manager

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board will hold a public meeting at the Dennis Center for Active Living. The agenda includes reports from various coordinators and committees, as well as the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of April 2024 and May 21, 2024 meeting minutes

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss the 2024-2025 school year calendar and a first reading of the 2025-2026 calendar. A vote is proposed to maintain interest earnings from the DYIMS construction project within the project fund to offset permanent financing upon completion.

• Vote to maintain DYIMS construction project interest earnings in the project fund
• Discussion of 2024-2025 School Year Calendar
• First reading of 2025-2026 School Year Calendar
• Approval of DYRSAA Contract
• Approval of SEIU Contract

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will review two funding applications and approve minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting. The items listed are reasonably anticipated for discussion during the session.

• Application review: Village Improvement Society
• Application review: Dennis Department of Public Works for the Josiah Dennis Manse
• Approval of May 23, 2024 minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider several variance applications for additions, alterations, or new construction. The meeting also includes show cause hearings regarding failure to replace or remove above ground fuel storage tanks and a Title 5 environmental code violation.

• Variance Application: 14 Heintz Road, Dennisport
• Variance Application: 20 Riverside Way, West Dennis
• Variance Application: 16 Crosby Circle, East Dennis
• Variance Application: 134 U-C Coles Pond Road, East Dennis
• Variance Application: 544 Old Chatham Road, East Dennis

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The committees will hold a combined public meeting to discuss beach maintenance and seasonal employee updates. Discussion topics include plover activity and Crowes Pasture.

• Review of May 9, 2024 minutes
• Beach maintenance update
• Seasonal employee update for Beach and Natural Resources
• Plover activity discussion
• Crowes Pasture discussion

Beach Committee

The Beach Committee and Beach Management Advisory Committee will hold a joint public meeting. Discussion topics include beach maintenance, seasonal employee updates, and plover activity.

• Review of May 9, 2024 minutes
• Beach maintenance update
• Seasonal employee update for Beach and Natural Resources
• Plover activity discussion
• Crowes Pasture discussion

Library Board

The Library Board will review upcoming summer events, programs, and the Little Library by the Sea schedule. The meeting includes updates from representatives of several local libraries.

• Review of Little Library by the Sea Summer 2024 schedule
• Discussion of book/material supplies and storage
• Updates from South Dennis, Dennis Memorial, West Dennis, Dennis Public, and Jacob Sears memorial libraries

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will meet to review revenue reports and receive updates from the Harbormaster. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Town Landing updates.

• MTD Revenue Report(s)
• Harbormaster Updates
• Town Landing updates

Cape Cod Collaborative

The Board of Directors will vote on several fiscal items including the FY25 spending plan and statutory budget. The meeting includes votes on personnel, handbooks, and various service contracts.

• Allocation of $325,407.41 from the General Fund for FY25
• School Bus Lease/Purchase Procurement for FY2025
• FY2024 Warrants (44-48)
• Diesel and Propane Fuel Price Solicitation
• Memoranda of Agreement with Monomoy, Nantucket, and The Nauset

Josiah Dennis Manse Committee

The committee will review the May 8, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss summer schedules including opening day on June 29. Discussion may also include updates on building, grounds, gardens, and a flag display.

• Review of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Summer schedule and docent coverage review
• Building and Grounds update
• Gardens update
• Captain O’Neil flag display

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District committee will meet to discuss various property modifications. These items include solar installations, porch additions, and exterior renovations across South Dennis and East Dennis.

• David Skunkel: Remove deck and construct new 3 season porch at 44 Chandler Drive
• Mary Delbuono: Sunroom addition at 335 Airline Road
• John Handel: Windows and siding at 41 Graces Way
• John Vaughn: Front door, landing and step at 87 Prince Way
• Peter & Dianne Nero: 6’ wood stockade fence at 125 Mayfair Road

1867 West Dennis Graded School House Committee

The West Dennis Graded Schoolhouse Committee will meet to discuss and vote on whether to close the Dennis Maritime Museum for the 2024 season. The meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2024, at the museum.

• Vote on closing the Dennis Maritime Museum for the 2024 season

School Committee

The DYRSD Negotiating Subcommittee will hold a public session followed by an executive session. The committee will discuss strategy related to collective bargaining with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

• Collective bargaining strategy discussion with SEIU

Alternative Energy Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive municipal updates regarding Green Communities. Discussion topics include an EV-CS pilot project, an Encon Study for a competitive grant, and golf course solar or cart electrification.

• Review of March 18 and April 08, 2024 minutes
• EV-CS pilot project review and next steps
• Encon Study/Project for Competitive Green Communities Grant
• Golf course Solar/Cart Electrification update

Golf Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review the Director of Golf report and the report of the Sub-Committee on Member Requests. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the May 6, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of Minutes of May 6, 2024
• Director of Golf report
• Report of the Sub-Committee on Member Requests

Memorial Day Observance / Parade Committee

The committee is scheduled to meet to discuss matters related to the Memorial Day observance and parade. The agenda includes a recap of previous items and other anticipated topics.

• Recap of previous business

Conservation Commission

The Commission will discuss several Notices of Intent for residential construction and shoreline work. The agenda also includes a vote on the Open Space Plan and a proposal regarding Wetlands Bylaw fees.

• Open Space Plan public comment, discussion, and vote
• Wetlands Bylaw Fees Change Proposal
• Notice of Intent: 105 Old Wharf Road (rock revetment repair)
• Notice of Intent: 6 Captain Doane Way (bulkhead reconstruction, ramp, float, and dredging)
• Extension Request: 1 Lighthouse Inn Road (3-year extension for stone groin work and beach nourishment)

Wixon School Building Committee

The committee will review existing conditions including asbestos and other building issues. Members will discuss a possible partial demolition of the Wixon School building and its future disposition strategy.

• Review of asbestos and other building issues
• Discussion on possible portion of building demolition
• Review of Perkins Eastman repair proposal
• Review of ceiling repair replacement plan & specifications proposal
• Review of Wixon School code evaluation

Dennis Water District

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss potential real estate actions. The agenda includes a request to conduct an executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, taking, or lease of real property.

• Executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of a parcel of real property

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss direction for a multi-family housing overlay consultant and announce an award regarding affordable housing at 187 Depot Street. The board will also consider a request from Northside Methodist Church to use Corporation Beach for summer services.

• Direction on scope for multi-family housing overlay consultant
• Award of development and management for affordable housing at 187 Depot Street, Dennis Port
• Northside Methodist Church request to use Corporation Beach for Sunday services
• Discussion of Citizens Petition to repeal ban on marijuana establishments

School Committee

The committee will conduct a regular meeting including a retiree celebration and reorganization. Business includes reviewing the consent agenda, bills, requisitions, and payroll. The committee may also enter an executive session to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Acceptance of a $300 washing machine and dryer donation for the High School WAVE program
• Approval of May 20, 2024 minutes
• School Committee Reorganization
• Executive Session regarding collective bargaining or litigation

Advisory Committee on Disabilities

The committee will review May 2024 minutes and current finances for the end of 2024. Discussion items include motorized GRIT/Mobi chair flyer placement, the GRIT chair waiver, and finished projects from 2023/2024.

• Review of May 2024 minutes
• Review of current finances and spending for end of 2024
• Discussion of motorized GRIT/Mobi chair flyer placement
• Discussion of the GRIT chair waiver
• Review of finished projects from 2023/2024

Dennis Water District

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss a land acquisition near Flax Pond and potential board reorganization. The meeting includes discussions on drinking water protection grants, reimbursement policies, and various long-term infrastructure concerns.

• Land acquisition near Flax Pond
• Authorization for Treasurer to borrow $265,651 for land purchase
• Announcement of Drinking Water Protection Grant Award
• Increase in Vision Wear Reimbursement Policy
• Intermunicipal Agreement with Town of Dennis regarding water bills

Dennis Housing Authority

The Dennis Housing Authority will meet to sign payroll warrants for April and May 2024. The agenda includes contract awards and change orders related to joist hanger replacement and septic system paving.

• Award contract to Dandis Contracting, Inc. for $74,196.00 (OBR Joist Hanger Replacement)
• Change Order #4 for CSV Septic System: $19,449.99 for additional paving/curbing
• Change Order #5 for CSV Septic System: $17,572.76 for concrete pad and walkway extension
• Amendment #15 to the Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA) 5001 for $541,173.00

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District Negotiating Subcommittee will hold a public session followed by an executive session. The executive session is intended to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining for the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

• Public Session at 5:00 p.m.
• Executive Session to discuss SEIU collective bargaining strategy

Cemetery Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss various cemetery maintenance items. Topics include potential Eagle Scout projects, fence repairs at Old S. Dennis Cemetery, and a bench request for Dennis Village Cemetery.

• Old S. Dennis Cemetery fence repairs and map stand
• Liberty Field proposed improvements update
• Dennis Village Cemetery Repairs via CPC Grant
• S. Dennis Congregational Church Cemetery Cleaning
• Bench request for Dennis Village Cemetery by Roberta Berrien

School Committee

The DYRSD School Committee Negotiating Subcommittee will meet to discuss strategy related to collective bargaining for the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional Secretaries & Assistants Association. The meeting includes a public session followed by an executive session.

• Collective bargaining strategy for the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional Secretaries & Assistants Association

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review grant applications for the Johnny Kelly Park Building Restoration Project and a Town of Dennis Housing Coordinator. The committee will also review meeting minutes from April 11, 2024, and May 9, 2024.

• Johnny Kelly Park Building Restoration Project grant application
• Town of Dennis Housing Coordinator grant application

Zoning Bylaw Study Committee

The Zoning Bylaw Study Committee will meet to hear citizen concerns and approve outstanding minutes. The committee will also continue discussing suggestions for zoning bylaw topics to be studied.

• Discussion of members' suggestions for Zoning Bylaw study topics

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss committee reorganization and a request for a reserve fund transfer regarding beach seasonal salaries. The meeting includes procedural items as part of the committee's regular work.

• Committee reorganization
• Reserve fund transfer request for beach seasonal salaries

Wixon School Building Committee

The committee will discuss the disposition of the Wixon School building, including a possible partial demolition. Members will also review repair proposals for Perkins Eastman and ceiling replacement plans.

• Possible demolition of portion of building
• Perkins Eastman repair proposal
• Ceiling repair replacement plan & specifications proposal
• Wixon School code evaluation
• Request for expressions of interest due June 2, 2023

Cape Cod Collaborative

The Cape Cod Collaborative Board of Directors will meet virtually for an executive session. The meeting is intended for strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel.

• Strategy sessions for negotiations with non-union personnel

Dennis Affordable Housing Trust

The trust will receive updates on the Shared Regional Housing Program and a MassHousing grant application for Bob Crowell Road. Members will also discuss hiring a website consultant and reviewing organizational goals.

• Status of MassHousing grant application for Bob Crowell Road
• Process to hire a consultant for the trust's website
• RFP evaluation status for the VIC Hall Project
• Update on the Shared Regional Housing Program
• Review of financial reports

Memorial Day Observance / Parade Committee

The committee will meet to discuss anticipated topics regarding the Memorial Day observance and parade. The agenda includes a meeting and other items to be determined by the chair.

• Meeting of the Memorial Day Observance/Parade Committee

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District committee will meet to discuss several residential projects. These items include requests for additions, solar installations, windows, and other exterior modifications.

• Bathroom addition at 98 Robbin Run Ed, East Dennis
• Solar installations at 1 Uncle Bobs Way Sd, South Dennis; 616 Airline Road, East Dennis; and 3 Deacon Joseph Lane, Dennis
• Copper roof application at 64 Whig Street, Dennis
• Siding application at 47 Seaside Avenue, Dennis
• Window applications at 40 Longfellow Drive, Dennis; 17 Island Street, East Dennis; and 39 Hickory Lane, South Dennis

Jericho Committee

The Jericho Committee will hold a meeting to review progress on projects and plan upcoming steps for 2024. The agenda also includes scheduling the committee's next meeting.

• Review of project progress
• Planning next steps for 2024
• Scheduling the next meeting

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will hold elections for Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary. The commission will also receive updates on the Chapman Field Lease Agreement, Kelley Park Renovation, and the Wixon Building. Additionally, members will review survey results for potential future programs.

• Election of Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary
• Update on Chapman Field Lease Agreement
• Update on Kelley Park Renovation
• Financial summary of program income compared to last year
• Review of survey results for future programs

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will discuss FY2024-FY2025 goals regarding wastewater, housing, and town security. The board will also review various seasonal appointments for the Harbormaster, Beach, and Conservation departments. Additionally, members will consider a building evaluation report for Carleton Hall.

• Employment agreement for Cleve Daniels as Deputy Police Chief
• Building Evaluation Report for Carleton Hall at 1006 Bass River Road
• Beach and Recreation Department Reserve Fund Transfer request
• Appointments for seasonal Assistant Harbormasters and Conservation Officers
• Authorization for Harbormaster staff to issue parking and non-criminal violations

Council on Aging Board

The Council on Aging Board meeting consists of routine reports and procedural items. The board will review various committee updates and approve the April 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approval of April, 2024 COA meeting minutes
• Disability Committee Report
• Friends of Dennis Senior Citizens, Inc. Report
• Elder Services Report
• VNA Report

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hear an overview of work conducted under a CZM Grant. Samantha Jo McFarland and Steve Mague from the Center for Coastal Studies will present on the Intermunicipal Shoreline Management project.

• Overview of CZM Grant: Intermunicipal Shoreline Management for Southeastern Cape Cod Bay
• Shoreline management framework for 14.5 miles between Rock Harbor and Bass Hole

School Committee

The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee will meet to vote on the Superintendent's summative evaluation. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy regarding SEIU. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on the Station Avenue Elementary School principal search.

• Approval of Superintendent Summative Evaluation
• Executive session regarding SEIU collective bargaining strategy
• Station Avenue Elementary School Principal Search update
• Acceptance of $250 donation from Kathleen O’Rourke to High School Hall of Fame

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue a review for a proposed Family Transition Shelter Center at 1 Love Lane. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the draft 2024 Open Space & Recreation Plan update.

• Special Review: Conversion of nursing home to ~79-unit Family Transition Shelter Center at 1 Love Lane
• Public Hearing: Draft Open Space & Recreation Plan (OSRP) 2024 Update
• ANR Review: 180 Upper County Road
• Extension Request: Special Permit for 209 Main Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Dennis Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several special permit and variance requests. These include proposals for new or renovated dwellings on nonconforming lots and requests to make outdoor restaurant seating permanent. The board will also address appeals regarding building commissioner decisions.

• Special Permit for a two-story dwelling at 20 Pine Street
• Variance to increase footprint and floor area ratio at 266 Nobscussett Road
• Appeal of Building Commissioner's denial at 405 Old Wharf Road
• Requests to make outdoor restaurant seating permanent on Lower County Road
• Approval of ZBA minutes from March 25 and April 22, 2024

School Committee

The DYRSD School Committee Negotiating Subcommittee will meet to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining for the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional Secretaries & Assistants Association. The meeting includes a public session followed by an executive session.

• Collective bargaining strategy for the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional Secretaries & Assistants Association

Conservation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent for residential additions, dwellings, and septic upgrades. The agenda also includes requests for determinations regarding wall replacements and various waterfront structures such as bulkheads, piers, and revetments.

• Notice of Intent: Proposed rock revetment repair at 105 Old Wharf Road
• Notice of Intent: Proposed additions to existing dwelling at 57 Horse Foot Road
• Notice of Intent: Proposed bulkhead reconstruction, ramp, float and dredging at 6 Captain Doane Way
• Notice of Intent: Proposed revetment reconstruction at 80 Hiram Pond Road
• Request for Determination of Applicability: Proposed replacement of existing wall at 2 Collins Avenue

Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and discuss new business including crime watch updates and support for concerts. Old business includes updates on banners, Route 28 widening, and property research near the Bass River Bridge.

• Approval of April 17 meeting minutes
• Crime watch update
• DPWDAC support of concerts
• Update on larger banner for Dennis Port and West Dennis
• Update from Route 28 widening presentation

Shellfish Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes from February 21 and March 20, 2024. The agenda also includes a constable update and discussions regarding recreational permit fee increases and class restructuring.

• Recreational permit fee increases and permit class restructuring
• Approval of February 21 and March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Constable update

South Dennis Historic District Committee

The Commission will meet to discuss several property applications within the historic district. These items include roofing and window/shingle work at specific residential addresses.

• Roofing at 9 Olde Dennis Approach South, South Dennis (SDH-026410-2024)
• Application for 75 Old Main Street WD West Dennis (SDH-026478-2024)
• Shingles and window work at 136 Main Street, South Dennis (SDH-026473-2024)
• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2024

School Committee

The DYRSD Negotiating Subcommittee will meet to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). The agenda includes an open session followed by a move into executive session.

• Discussion of SEIU collective bargaining strategy
• Transition from public session to executive session

Memorial Day Observance / Parade Committee

The committee will meet to review and update information regarding speakers, floats, and voters. The agenda includes a discussion of upcoming meeting details.

• Review and update of Speakers, Floats, and Voters

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a meeting to review abatement applications and related business in executive session. This includes the review of elderly exemptions.

• Review of abatement applications
• Review of elderly exemptions

Memorial Day Observance / Parade Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list specific items for discussion or decision at this meeting.

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk will open, remove from envelopes, and deposit early/absentee voted ballots at the Stone Hearing Room. These sessions are scheduled for May 9 and May 10, 2024. Results will not be determined or announced until after polls close on May 14, 2024.

• Early/absentee ballot processing at Dennis Town Hall
• Ballot results to be added to election day totals after May 14, 2024

School Committee

The DYRSD School Committee Negotiating Subcommittee will meet in public and executive sessions. The executive session is intended to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining for the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional Secretaries & Assistants Association.

• Collective bargaining strategy for the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional Secretaries & Assistants Association

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will conduct an initial review and possible acceptance of several grant applications. The meeting also includes reports from the Dennis Housing Authority and Friends of Bass River.

• Johnny Kelly Park Building Improvements grant review
• Association to Preserve Cape Cod grant review
• Village Improvement Society grant review
• Dennis Select Board — Housing Coordinator grant review
• JD Manse via Dennis DPW grant review

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider several variance applications regarding additions, alterations, or failed systems. The meeting also includes a show cause hearing for noncompliance with fuel storage regulations at 126 Cedar Hill Road.

• Vote to amend Short-Term Rental Regulation Fee
• Variance application: 45 Lockwood Drive, South Dennis
• Variance application: 42 Harvard Road, Dennisport
• Variance application: 23 Scargo Heights Road, Dennis
• Show cause hearing for fuel storage noncompliance: 126 Cedar Hill Road, East Dennis

Tourism Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss two funding requests. These include a request for light post banner funding from Leah Howlett (DPWDAC) and a request regarding the Dennis Chamber. An update on the Sizzle Reel is also scheduled.

• Light post banner funding request from Leah Howlett - DPWDAC
• Dennis Chamber funding request
• Sizzle Reel update

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk will open and process early/absentee voted ballots at the Stone Hearing Room on May 9 and May 10, 2024. Results from these ballots will be added to election day results after polls close on May 14, 2024. Observers must register via email in advance of the sessions.

• Opening and processing of early/absentee voted ballots
• Scheduled sessions for May 9 and May 10 at 9:00 AM
• Requirement for observers to register by email in advance

Beach Management Advisory Committee

The Beach Committee and Beach Management Advisory Committee will hold a combined public meeting on May 9, 2024, to discuss beach operations and conservation efforts. Members will review maintenance updates, seasonal staffing, and erosion progress. The agenda also lists anticipated discussions including a proposed sticker fee, the Open Space and Recreation Plan, and plover activity monitoring at Crowes Pasture.

• Sticker fee recommendation to the Select Board
• Little Library procedure document submission to the Select Board
• Open Space and Recreation Plan discussion
• Plover activity monitoring at Crowes Pasture
• Beach maintenance and erosion progress updates

Beach Committee

The Beach Committee and Beach Management Advisory Committee will hold a combined meeting to provide maintenance and erosion updates. The agenda includes reviewing seasonal employee updates and a sticker fee recommendation for the Select Board.

• Sticker fee recommendation to Select Board
• Seasonal employee update for Beach and Natural Resources
• Little Library procedure document forwarding to Select Board
• Open Space and Recreation Plan discussion
• Erosion update

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive various updates. Discussions include the Director's report on Ezra Baker and the Story Walk at Johnny Kelley Park, as well as updates regarding Little Library supplies.

• Approval of March 14, 2024 minutes
• Director update on Ezra Baker and Johnny Kelley Park Story Walk
• Chair update on Little Library book/material supplies and storage
• Updates from South Dennis, Dennis Memorial, West Dennis, Dennis Public, and Jacob Sears Memorial libraries

Wixon School Building Committee

The committee will discuss existing building conditions, including asbestos and other issues. Members will also review previous repair plans that were not performed and discuss a possible partial demolition of the structure.

• Review of asbestos estimate from Rowse Architects
• Discussion of unperformed repairs from 11-15-17 and 3-1-18
• Review of 7-6-23 Wixon School code evaluation
• Possible demolition of portion of building
• Wixon School building strategy discussion

Waterways Commission

The Waterways Commission will review MTD revenue reports and receive updates from the Harbormaster. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Chair suggestions for committee member ride-alongs with DHM staff.

• MTD Revenue Report(s)
• Harbormaster Updates
• Chair suggestion regarding Committee member ride-along with DHM staff

Josiah Dennis Manse Committee

The Josiah Dennis Manse Committee will meet to finalize arrangements for the Ezra H Baker School program scheduled for May 20 and 21. The agenda also includes updates on docent information, gardens, and building maintenance.

• Finalizing plans for the Ezra H Baker School program
• Review and approval of April 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Updates on Building and Grounds, the Manse, and West Schoolhouse
• Docent information updates
• Garden reports

Old Kings Highway Committee

The Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District committee will meet to discuss several property applications. These items include solar installations, a historic amendment, a demolition, and a new structure.

• Solar at 3 Carver Road, East Dennis
• Solar at 35 Fairway Drive, East Dennis
• Historic Amendment for 180 Sea Street, East Dennis
• Solar at 17 Stewarts Avenue, South Dennis
• Demolition and new structure at 142 Taunton Avenue, Dennis

1867 West Dennis Graded School House Committee

The committee will meet to review a Community Preservation Act (CPC) grant. The agenda is limited to this single item of discussion.

• Review of the CPC grant

Select Board

The Dennis Select Board will review the 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, which outlines FY2024 budget supplements and transfers to capital and general purpose stabilization funds that support town operations. The board will also consider appointing Caleb Tolley as a Student Police Officer effective May 20, 2024. These items are scheduled for discussion rather than final approval at this meeting.

• Review FY2024 budget supplements (Article 3)
• Consider transfers to capital and general purpose stabilization funds (Articles 26-27)
• Discuss appointing Caleb Tolley as a Student Police Officer effective May 20, 2024

Finance Committee

The Dennis Select Board and Finance Committee will review the 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant, including budget supplements and fund transfers. The board will also consider appointing Caleb Tolley as a Student Police Officer.

• Review of Article 3: FY2024 Budget Supplements
• Review of Article 26: Transfer to Capital Stabilization Fund
• Review of Article 27: Transfer to General Purpose Stabilization Fund
• Appointment of Caleb Tolley as a Student Police Officer

Alternative Energy Committee

The committee will review minutes from March 2024 meetings and receive municipal updates regarding Green Communities. Discussion topics include an EV-CS pilot project, an Encon Study for a competitive grant, and golf course solar/cart electrification.

• EV-CS pilot project review with EV Ready & East Coast Renewable
• Encon Study/Project for Competitive Green Communities Grant
• Golf course Solar/Cart Electrification

School Committee

The School Committee will receive updates on the FY25 budget, transportation, and the EA Shelter. The meeting includes reports from student representatives and a presentation on school start times.

• $3,000 donation from Copeland Subaru of Hyannis to Marguerite E. Small Elementary School
• $1,000 donation from Frank Seghezzi, Jr. to Ezra H. Baker Innovation School PTAC
• FY25 Budget Update
• Japan Field Trip Update
• School Start Time Presentation

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a citizen's petition to amend bylaws to allow recreational marijuana establishments by special permit in specific districts. The agenda also includes reviews for pier expansions and property modifications, though several items are continuances from previous meetings without testimony scheduled for future dates.

• Citizen’s Petition to allow recreational marijuana establishments by Special Permit
• Conversion of a nursing home at 1 Love Lane into a Family Transition Shelter Center
• Site Plan Approval for a 9,750 square foot building at 141 Great Western Road
• Proposed modifications to a Special Permit at 626 Main Street
• Chapter 91 License review for Wrinkle Point Piers Expansion

Advisory Committee on Disabilities

The committee will review April 2024 minutes and current finances. Discussion topics include bench purchases, accessibility enhancements at the Dennis Center for Active Living, and a potential meeting with State Representative Chris Flanigan.

• Review purchase of benches for COA and Shoop garden
• Review printing of flyers for motorized/GRIT/Mobi chairs
• Review Braille/Sensory Trail enhancements and Agway plaque
• Review ADA needs at Dennis Center for Active Living (DCAL)
• Discuss Skip Nelson Award nomination

Golf Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve the March 11, 2024 minutes and discuss a potential reorganization of the committee. Members may also discuss changing the interval between meetings and receive a report from the Director of Golf.

• Approval of March 11, 2024 minutes
• Golf Advisory Committee reorganization
• Possible change in meeting intervals
• Director of Golf report

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review previous minutes and receive a director update. The meeting includes discussions regarding motor vehicle abatements and boat commitments.

• Approval of February 27, 2024 minutes
• Motor Vehicle Abatements for February, March, and April
• Boat Commitment review
• Executive Session: Review of abatement applications (Personal Property and Real Estate)
• Executive Session: Veteran and Elderly Exemption

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hear several new requests regarding septic systems, bulkheads, and revetments. Several previous hearings for projects in South Dennis and West Dennis have been continued to later dates.

• Notice of Intent: rock revetment repair at 105 Old Wharf Road
• Notice of Intent: raze and replace existing dwelling at 13 Port Way
• Notice of Intent: bulkhead reconstruction, ramp, float and dredging at 6 Captain Doane Way
• Notice of Intent: access stairs, pier, ramp, and float at 11 Vinland Drive
• Order of Conditions: stormwater improvements at 961 Route 6A

Arts & Culture Council

The Arts and Culture Council will meet to discuss local funding priorities and guidelines. The agenda also includes updates on grants and a contract with MCC. Additionally, the council will vote on the Secretary committee position.

• Vote for Secretary committee position
• Update on MCC contract
• Grants updates
• Discussion of local funding priorities and guidelines
• Board recruitment

Jericho Committee

The Jericho Committee will meet to check on current progress and plan future actions in preparation for a new season. The meeting agenda includes discussion of these items, though specific details are not provided.

• Progress review
• Seasonal planning

School Committee

The DYRSD Negotiating Subcommittee will hold a public session followed by an executive session. The subcommittee is meeting to discuss strategy related to collective bargaining with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

• Public Session at 5:00 p.m.
• Executive Session to discuss SEIU collective bargaining strategy

Town Clerk

The Dennis Town Clerk’s office will test voting ballots on April 30 at 9:00 am ahead of the May 14 Annual Town Election. This routine equipment check is conducted to ensure all voting machines function correctly before residents cast their votes. The notice contains no policy debates, budget items, or public hearings.

• Ballot testing for the May 14, 2024 Annual Town Election
• Testing scheduled for Tuesday, April 30 at 9:00 am
• Location: Dennis Town Clerk’s Office, 685 Route 134, So. Dennis, MA 02660

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several items intended for Town Meeting. Discussion includes budget supplements, security upgrades, and various fund transfers.

• Article 3: FY2024 Budget Supplements
• Article 17: Easements for Wastewater Treatment Facility Project
• Article 19: Wastewater Enterprise Fund
• Article 21: Security Upgrades
• Article 26 & 27: Transfers to Capital and General Purpose Stabilization Funds

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet on April 30, 2024. The agenda includes an adjournment to executive session to discuss strategy related to potential litigation involving 1 Love Lane and the H.A.C. Family transition Shelter.

• Discussion of strategy regarding potential litigation: 1 Love Lane ~ H.A.C. Family transition Shelter

School Committee

The DYRSD School Committee Negotiating Subcommittee will meet to discuss collective bargaining strategy. The agenda includes a public session and an executive session regarding the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional Secretaries & Assistants Association.

• Collective bargaining strategy for the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional Secretaries & Assistants Association

School Committee

The School Committee will review updates on math curriculum implementation and discuss 'Plan B' options for the FY25 budget. The meeting also includes a report from student representatives and an evaluation of the Superintendent.

• FY25 Budget 'Plan B' options discussion
• Math Curriculum Implementation update
• Donation of women’s hygiene products to Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School
• McGinnis Scholarship approval
• Friends of DY Football Scholarship approval

Town Clerk

The Dennis Town Clerk's Office is notifying residents of voter registration deadlines for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting on May 7 and Annual Town Election on May 14. The office will extend its hours until 5:00 p.m. on April 26, 2024, to assist with registration. Online registration remains available until 11:59 p.m. on April 26.

• Voter registration deadline for May 7 Town Meeting and May 14 Election is April 26, 2024
• Town Clerk's Office extended hours on April 26, 2024, until 5:00 p.m.
• Online voter registration available through April 26, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.

Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee

The Dennis Port West Dennis Advancement Committee is holding a site visit at Bass River Marina. The committee intends to provide the community with an update on progress regarding Route 28 widening.

• Site visit at Bass River Marina, 140 Main Street
• Update on Route 28 widening progress