Chatham Select Board Deliberates Expanding Alcohol Licensing Notice

Overview: In the recent Chatham Select Board meeting, the most significant issue addressed was the proposed amendments to the town’s local alcoholic beverages licensing regulations. The board held a public hearing that sparked a community-driven discussion about increasing the notification radius for license extensions to outdoor areas, potentially affecting residents within 300 feet of the designated premises. The board agreed to continue the hearing on July 9 to further consider community input and refine the amendment language.

Chatham Select Board Advances Wastewater Pump Station Project Amid Concerns

Overview: In a recent Chatham Select Board meeting, attention was dedicated to the ongoing wastewater pump station project on Mill Pond Road, which has been under construction since August 2023. Despite concerns regarding the station’s higher elevation and the absence of a generator in the old facility, the board moved forward, approving an amended site plan aimed at enhancing flood mitigation measures. Additionally, discussions on zoning and housing density in the West Chatham Neighborhood Center and a preliminary site plan review for a property on Depot Road were held.

Chatham Advances Climate Initiatives and Approves Entertainment License

Overview: In an effort to bolster its commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement, the Chatham Select Board made strides in climate action initiatives and granted the Chatham Marconi Maritime Center a one-day entertainment license for hosting music events. The meeting, held on June 4th, 2024, also addressed a range of topics from policy discussions on deceased marine mammals to the promotion of solar energy projects and the appointment of a new Human Services Committee member.

Chatham Select Board Approves Innovative Climate Program

Overview: In a move for the Chatham community, the Select Board has voted in favor of participating in the Massachusetts Housing and Climate Innovation Center’s Summer All-Star Program. The program, designed to address climate change and housing challenges, will bring undergraduate and graduate students to the Cape Cod region for an immersive eight-week session focused on research and innovation.

Chatham Select Board Approves NSTAR Conduit Installation

Overview: The Chatham Select Board’s recent meeting on May 21, 2024, saw the approval of NSTAR Electric Company’s petition to install underground service for a home on Main Street, discussion of the annual town meeting outcomes, and addressed public concerns on various agenda items. The board navigated through issues such as the use of town property for First Night Chatham, the donation for improvements to Kate G Park, and the public’s request for a study on the best use of airport land.