Chatham Select Board Debates Property Tax Exemptions and Traffic Safety Measures

Overview: The Chatham Select Board meeting on September 10, 2024, focused on issues including property tax rate classifications, traffic safety concerns, and the installation of public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.

Chatham Select Board Tackles Traffic Safety Concerns and Proclaims Suicide Prevention Month

Overview: The Chatham Select Board’s recent meeting focused on community issues, including traffic safety measures, an art installation for First Night, and the proclamation of National Suicide Prevention and Action Month.

Chatham Select Board Discusses Shellfish Project and Special Town Meeting

Overview: The Chatham Select Board meeting on August 6, 2024, primarily focused on the needs of the local shellfish industry, the logistics of a special town meeting, and the feasibility study for the development of 127 Old Harbor Road.

Chatham Select Board Discusses Housing, Wind Projects, and Community Events

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Chatham Select Board covered a range of issues, from the establishment of a new town planner to the approval of a bike ride event. However, notable topics were the proposed changes to the Chatham Community Housing Partnership aimed at addressing affordable housing and the discussions on the offshore wind projects that have raised concerns in the community.

Chatham Planning Board Welcomes New Town Planner Christine O’Grady

Overview: The Chatham Planning Board met on July 22nd, 2024, and the most noteworthy topic was the introduction of the new town planner, Christine O’Grady, who brings extensive experience to the role. The Board also discussed a driveway reconfiguration request for a property on Seapine Road, recommending approval to the Zoning Board of Appeals with the condition that the driveway be constructed of permeable material to allow unobstructed water flow.