Falmouth Select Board Welcomes New Affordable Housing Committee Member Amidst Key Discussions

Overview: In the recent Falmouth Select Board meeting, attention was given to the appointment of Peter Clark to the Affordable Housing Committee, a decision made amid broader discussions on the town’s housing challenges and potential legislative articles. Clark’s extensive background in housing and education positions him as a valuable asset to the committee as it tackles critical housing issues in Falmouth.

Falmouth Planning Board Endorses Multiple Land Division Proposals, Discusses Zoning Benefits

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Falmouth Planning Board endorsed several land division proposals, including those for properties on Quissit Avenue, John Parker Road, and Blacksmith Shop Road, aimed at reconfiguring parcels to benefit from current zoning regulations. The board also touched upon anticipated discussions at upcoming town meetings.

Falmouth Select Board Approves New Police Station Site Amid Community Concerns

Overview: In a special meeting held on November 13, 2025, the Falmouth Select Board approved the construction of a new police station on Brick Kiln Road, following a thorough evaluation process that considered community feedback, environmental impacts, and operational needs. This decision comes as a response to the deteriorating condition of the current station, which has been deemed inadequate for modern policing requirements.

Falmouth Considers New Property Tax Surcharge to Fund Water Infrastructure Projects

Overview: At the recent Falmouth Water Quality Management Committee meeting, the primary focus was on the proposal to establish a special revenue fund, known as a “whiff,” designed to finance maintenance and improvements in the town’s wastewater, drinking water, and stormwater infrastructure. This new fund would be sustained by a property tax surcharge of up to 3% on each taxable real estate parcel, providing a consistent financial resource for these essential projects.

Falmouth Conservation Commission Debates Conflicting Shellfish Surveys at Edgewater Drive Project

Overview: The Falmouth Conservation Commission grappled with conflicting shellfish survey results during their recent meeting, part of their assessment of a proposed private recreational pier on Edgewater Drive East. The meeting, held virtually, also covered various conservation and development projects requiring continuances or decisions on orders of conditions. Key discussions involved mitigation planting adjustments, enforcement orders, and water restrictions impacting local residents.