Eastham Open Space Committee launches systematic stewardship monitoring program. Vice-Chair Frances Lewis presided in the absence of Chair Rob Young, overseeing the establishment of monthly or bi-monthly walks across five protected properties with designated member pairings to record and report
Eastham Capital Projects Committee reviewed the $170 million wastewater project status. Members heard updates on permit applications to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and state environmental agencies, reviewed the project bidding schedule and timeline, and discussed
The Eastham Recreation Commission reported strong enrollment for spring and summer programming at its April 14 meeting. Members approved the March minutes and reviewed launches of softball (three teams), T-Ball (two teams with 40-plus registrations), and volleyball. The department faces a critical
Eastham Conservation Commission continues wastewater project review. The commission postponed final action on the Town of Eastham's municipal wastewater system for the Nauset Estuary watershed to April 28, requesting detailed site plans, buffer-zone information, pump-station specifications, and
Eastham School Committee votes 4-0 to stay out of state school choice program.
Eastham Conservation Commission delays three Sparrow Road coastal permits over unpermitted removal of more than 100 tires from a tidal flat.
Eastham Energy Committee approves climate survival guide for public distribution. The five-member committee voted unanimously April 13 to finalize and release the draft guide, with member Eleni Carr moving approval and member Olav Hegland seconding. The vote came after committee discussion
The Eastham Affordable Housing Trust reviewed warrant articles for the May 4 town meeting. Chairwoman Carolyn McPherson led the board's review of a $500,000 free cash appropriation for housing programs and a reduction of Community Preservation Act funding from 3 percent to 1.75 percent, with the
Eastham zoning task force charts implementation of amendments and state compliance requirements ahead of May Town Meeting. The Task Force on Residential Zoning and Regulation, chaired by Mary Nee, directed Planning Board Director Paul Lagg to contact consultant Barrett Consulting for clarifications
Eastham Select Board approves spring licensing for food service establishments. The board unanimously backed common victualler, all-alcohol-on-premise, and related business licenses for nine food and beverage establishments, including Arnold's Lobster & Clam Bar, The Lobster Shanty, Laura & Tony's