Wellfleet, MA

Housing Authority

The Wellfleet Housing Authority will hold a remote meeting to discuss routine business including public comment, minutes, rental assistance, and bills. The agenda also includes specific items such as CPC funding for outreach, the cottage at 18 Durkee Lane, WHA parcels on Freeman Ave., and Paine Hollow, along with status reports on various programs.

• Rental Assistance
• Bills
• WHA CPC funding for outreach
• Cottage at 18 Durkee Lane
• WHA parcels – Freeman Ave., other

Wellfleet Elementary School Committee

The Wellfleet Elementary School Committee is meeting for a retreat to review the previous retreat, hear summer updates, and hold a workshop with MASC Field Director Tracy Novick. The agenda lists no specific votes, contracts, or ordinances, focusing instead on strategic planning and reporting.

• Workshop with MASC Field Director Tracy Novick
• Review of last retreat
• E & R Summer Update report
• Conversation with Karis North

Board of Health

Barnstable Assembly of Delegates

The Barnstable Assembly of Delegates is considering Proposed Ordinance No. 20, which authorizes the Board of Regional Commissioners to purchase capital equipment. The ordinance appropriates $65,000 from the Alternative Septic/Clean Water Center Special Revenue Fund to replace a 2012 Ford F-250 Pickup Truck used by the Clean Water Center (MASSTC) Program. This funding supplements the FY2027 Capital Budget established in Ordinance 2026-01.

• Proposed Ordinance No. 20 authorizes a $65,000 capital purchase
• Funds are drawn from the Alternative Septic/Clean Water Center Special Revenue Fund
• The purchase replaces a 2012 Ford F-250 Pickup Truck for the Clean Water Center (MASSTC) Program
• The appropriation supplements the FY2027 Capital Budget enacted in Ordinance 2026-01

NAUSET PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Selectboard

The Wellfleet Selectboard is meeting virtually for an executive session only, with no public comment or announcements. The board will discuss correspondence from an attorney regarding the Estate of Nicholas Alvernaz, related to pending or threatened litigation. The session will not reopen to open session.

• Executive session under G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) purpose 3 to strategize about litigation
• Discussion of correspondence from attorney representing the Estate of Nicholas Alvernaz

Dredging Task Force

NAUSET PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Historical Commission

The Wellfleet Historical Commission will hold a remote public hearing to review two property proposals: a change to an approved partial demolition at 215 Paine Hollow Road and a complete demolition of a circa 1800 house at 330 Lt. Island Road. The meeting also includes a business session with discussions and possible votes on scheduling, application revisions, construction requirements, a plaque program, and continued talks on creating a Local Historic District.

• Review of change to approved partial demolition at 215 Paine Hollow Road (Weindorf Real Estate LLC) to add two shed dormers
• Review of proposed complete demolition of circa 1800 house at 330 Lt. Island Road (Rodney Ernst and Elizabeth Thompson)
• Discussion and possible vote on changes to hearing scheduling
• Discussion and possible vote on construction requirements for partial demolition projects
• Continued discussion on creating a Local Historic District

NAUSET PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The joint school committees will vote to appoint an interim Director of Student Services and approve several student-related policies, including those for absences, records, and home schooling. The body will also approve the 2026-2027 Student Handbook and discuss a Memorandum of Agreement with Superintendency Union 54. Additionally, the meeting includes the introduction of a new leadership team and a presentation on the district's strategic plan.

• Vote to appoint Interim Director of Student Services
• Vote on policies for Student Absences, Student Records, Home and Hospital Tutorial, and Home Schooling
• Vote to approve the 2026-2027 Student Handbook
• Discussion of MOA between Nauset Regional School District & Superintendency Union 54
• Presentation of the NPS Strategic Plan

Commission on Disabilities

Planning Board

Community Preservation Committee

The Wellfleet Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss a potential return of funds for four previously approved projects, including the Bandstand, ACC Landscape Restoration, Historical Commission Form B, and 360 Blue Heron Structure Removal. The committee will also approve minutes, receive a staff transition update, review CP-3 reporting, and consider paying $3,500 in CPA Coalition dues.

• Potential return of funds: 23-10 Bandstand $5,705
• Potential return of funds: 23-09 ACC Landscape Restoration $23.33
• Potential return of funds: 24-01 Historical Commission Form B $1,500
• Potential return of funds: 24-07 360 Blue Heron Structure Removal $25,000
• CPA Coalition dues $3,500

NAUSET PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Marina Advisory Committee

Recreation Committee

Commission on Disabilities

The Wellfleet Commission on Disabilities is meeting via Zoom to discuss several accessibility issues, including lessons from a grant application, next steps for handicapped parking fines, ADA compliance at the Extended Offices, and problems with AutoMark voter assist terminals. The commission will also address a resignation, consider training, and set goals such as developing bylaws and conducting a town survey.

• Lessons learned from MOD Project grant preparation (results in November)
• Next steps for gaining access to handicapped parking fines
• ADA compliance of Wellfleet Extended Offices at 1035 Cemetery Road
• Problems with AutoMark Voter Assist Terminals
• Resignation of Commission Member Lee Maglott

Nauset Regional School Committee

The Nauset Regional School Committee will meet to handle routine business including consent agenda items, reports, and several priority items. Key discussions include the end-of-year regional budget report, review and approval of the OPEB trust, and an update on the regional agreement. The committee will also review operational goals and subcommittee reorganization.

• Approve Speedway Grant
• Approve minutes from five prior meetings
• Review/Approve Operational Goals
• End of Year Region Budget Report
• Review & Approve OPEB Trust

Commission on Disabilities

The Wellfleet Commission on Disabilities is meeting via Zoom to discuss several accessibility issues, including lessons from a grant application, access to handicapped parking fines, ADA compliance at the extended offices, and problems with voting terminals. They will also address a member resignation, training opportunities, and set goals for the commission.

• Lessons learned from MOD Project grant preparation and submission process
• Next steps for gaining access to handicapped parking fines
• ADA compliance of Wellfleet Extended Offices at 1035 Cemetery Road
• Problems with AutoMark Voter Assist Terminals
• Resignation of Commission Member Lee Maglott

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wellfleet Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three special permit applications: a porch replacement, a cottage rebuild in a non-conforming colony, and an amendment to allow an additional donkey. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting. All items are continued from earlier hearings.

• 26-11: Special permit to demolish non-conforming porch and build new porch at 55 Ryder Court
• 26-15: Special permit to rebuild cottage at 206F Kendrick Avenue, including flood plain exemption
• 26-04: Amendment to special permit to add a donkey to existing livestock at 215 Paine Hollow Road
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2026 meeting

NAUSET PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Nauset Regional School Committee's Regional Agreement Subcommittee is meeting to continue discussions about the updated Restated Regional Agreement, including a debrief of a July 28 meeting with town representatives and a recap of an August 10 meeting. The subcommittee may take official action, including votes, on agenda items. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Continue debrief of July 28, 2026 meeting with Town Representatives on updated Restated Regional Agreement
• Recap of August 10, 2026 discussion
• Review of meeting minutes from June 29 and July 28, 2026

Board of Water Commissioners

The Wellfleet Board of Water Commissioners is meeting to discuss progress on restoring the main water system, including SCADA repair, meter replacement, well and tank repairs, and a draft letter to the Selectboard about system condition. They will also consider contracts with Apex and Roughly Mechanical, and the possible use of a collection agency for unpaid water fees. The agenda includes a report on a July coliform contamination event and its corrective actions.

• Discussion of 8/7/2026 site visit
• Report on SCADA system repair, meter replacement, Grist Mill Way well repairs, and Lawrence Hill tank repair
• Update on meter replacement, water fee collection, and possible use of collection agency
• Contract with Apex
• Contract with Roughly Mechanical for meters

Town Administrators Wastewater Advisory Committee

The Town Administrator's Wastewater Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the current wastewater program, including updates on the EDR process and immediate next steps with GHD. They will also discuss future topics such as sewer design, phasing, public outreach, and funding, including the SRF cycle. The meeting is a hybrid session held via Zoom and in person.

• Update on current wastewater program (EDR)
• Discussion of draft Environmental Impact Report including Sewer Option 2
• Future topics: treatment facility, recharge facility, sewer collection system designs
• Maurice's Campground compliance and incorporation into wastewater planning
• Funding/financing: SRF funding cycle, reimbursements, next steps

NAUSET PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Nauset Public Schools Budget & Finance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the transition to new software, the FY 2026 end-of-year closeout and recommended pre-pays, and to review draft meeting and budget calendars for FY27 and FY28. They will also review audit results for FY 2024, the status of the FY 2025 audit, and plans for FY 2026. The committee may take official action on any listed item.

• Update on transition to new software
• FY 2026 end-of-year closeout and recommended pre-pays
• Review draft meeting calendar for FY27
• FY 2028 budget calendar
• Audit results for FY 2024, FY 2025 status, and FY 2026 plans

Dredging Task Force

The Wellfleet Dredging Task Force is meeting to discuss the present condition and future of Area 1 in the Inner Harbor, review permitting documents, and address required dredging project funding. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, election of officers, and new business. A recent permit application for maintenance dredging of Wellfleet Harbor, submitted by Foth on behalf of the town, is part of the review.

• Review of Conservation and Management Permit application for maintenance dredging of Wellfleet Harbor, submitted to NHESP
• Discussion of dredging project funding, including need for approval at October 2026 town meeting
• Update on permitting process: Army Corps permit for two consecutive dredging projects, state approval as maintenance dredging
• Concerns about silt in D Dock channel, with depth drop from 13 to 8 feet reported
• Election of officers postponed from previous meeting

Energy and Climate Action Committee

The Wellfleet Energy and Climate Action Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including continued talks on a solar array at the landfill, a possible regional composting toilet demonstration project, and a review of the draft Climate Action Plan. The agenda also includes updates on the town website and a PSA from the shellfish constable. The meeting is a hybrid session at Town Hall and via Zoom.

• Continued discussion of Solar Array on Landfill – understanding money flows
• Review of draft Wellfleet Climate Action Plan
• Possible regional demonstration project for composting toilets (WIN UD update)
• Shellfish constable PSA
• Future topics: staff position, Eversource grid reliability, grant opportunities, storm preparedness

Barnstable Assembly of Delegates

The Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates will meet to consider proposed resolutions from its committees, including one urging voters to consider creating an elected Charter Study Commission and another recommending budget guidelines for the FY2028 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from officers and committees.

• Proposed Resolution 2026-10: Urging voters to consider an elected Charter Study Commission
• Proposed Resolution 2026-08: Recommending budget guidelines for FY2028 operating and capital budgets
• Approval of minutes from August 5, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period
• Reports from standing committees on Governmental Affairs, Finance, and Health and Human Services

Marina Advisory Committee

The Wellfleet Marina Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including officer elections, a harbormaster report, an ice machine update, staffing, and an open item log. They will also consider policies for booths and signage at the marina and address charter boats from other towns using the marina without business licenses. The meeting is hybrid, held in the Town Hall basement and via Zoom.

• Discussion of policy/regulation for booths and signage at the marina
• Discussion of charter boats from other towns using Wellfleet Marina without business licenses
• Ice machine update
• Staffing discussion
• Approval of minutes from June 26 and July 16

NAUSET PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The Nauset Public Schools Transportation Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the FY27 transportation service with CCC Collaborative, draft agenda priorities, and set the meeting calendar for the fiscal year. The committee may take official action on these items. The agenda also includes public comments and approval of the January 13, 2026 minutes.

• Update on FY27 transportation service with CCC Collaborative
• Review and draft FY27 agenda priorities
• Set FY27 meeting calendar
• Approval of January 13, 2026 minutes

Planning Board

The Wellfleet Planning Board will continue discussions on proposed zoning bylaw amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), cluster residential developments, and home occupations, including marine aquaculture. These items were previously discussed at the July 15, 2026 meeting, and the board will consider draft language for potential Fall Town Meeting action. The meeting is a hybrid session at the Wellfleet Adult Community Center and via Zoom.

• Continued discussion on ADU proposed amendments
• Continued discussion on cluster residential developments, including open space requirement (25% vs 30%) and Community Land Trust provisions
• Continued discussion on home occupation bylaw, focusing on marine aquaculture and service trade definitions
• Public comment period (no deliberation or votes on public comments)
• Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Wellfleet Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on August 19, 2026, to review 12 applications for construction, restoration, and infrastructure projects. Several items are continuations from previous months, including a request to remove a tidal restriction and restore salt marsh at 291 State Highway. The agenda also includes a business meeting to discuss the reorganization of the commission.

• Mass Audubon: Notice of Intent to remove existing tidal restriction and restore previously filled salt marsh at 291 State Highway Route 6
• Town of Wellfleet/NSTAR: Emergency Certification to install underground cable, 4 manholes, and 2 riser structures to restore power to Lieutenant Island
• Jacqualyn Fouse: Notice of Intent to raze and rebuild dwelling at 945 Chequessett Neck Road, with continuance requested until September 16, 2026
• David and Suzanne Kostyk: Notice of Intent to construct addition in existing deck area and covered front porch at 71 Catboat Road
• Bennett and Danielle Chamberland: Notice of Intent to raise the existing house at 30 Kendrick Ave, Unit D

Marina Advisory Committee

The Wellfleet Marina Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend policies for commercial use of marina property, including booths and signage, and to address charter boats from other towns operating without business licenses. The committee will also review the harbormaster's report, an ice machine update, staffing, and the open item log. Prior minutes show ongoing concerns about seasonal staffing, parking, septic issues, and the marina enterprise fund operating at a loss.

• Discussion of policy/regulation for booths and signage at the marina
• Charter boats from other towns using Wellfleet Marina without business licenses
• Ice machine update: contract awaiting approval by Applied Refrigeration; $119,000 appropriated by WOA
• Seasonal staffing: marina opening time and harbormaster presence until 10 pm during summer
• Review of open item log and approval of minutes from June 26 and July 16

Open Space Committee

The Wellfleet Open Space Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, filling a vice chair position, and receiving liaison reports. They will also review updates on conservation property titles, a town process for accepting conservation properties, and specific parcels for potential transfer to the Conservation Commission.

• Update on deed status for Map 29 parcels 400 and 505 to the Conservation Commission
• Discussion of an easement on a path to Chipman's Cove for Map 36 parcels 288 and 289
• Recommendation to transfer town-owned marshes on Map 28 parcels 25 or 26 to the Conservation Commission
• Review of town process for accepting conservation properties without Town Meeting approval
• Update on the Community Preservation Committee's 7-Year Plan

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will approve June minutes and review reports on the 7-Year Plan and Harbor Survey. The agenda includes updates on property titles and a process to accept conservation properties without Town Meeting approval. Specific property items involve Map 29, Map 36, and town-owned marshes on Map 28.

• Update on deed status for Map 29 parcels 400 and 505 to Conservation Commission Care
• Review of easement on path to Chipman’s Cove for Map 36 parcels 288 and 289
• Recommendation to transfer town-owned marshes on Map 28 parcels 25 or 26 to Conservation Commission Care
• Review of Town process for acceptance of Conservation properties without Town Meeting approval
• Update on titles for properties in Conservation Commission Care

Selectboard

The Wellfleet Selectboard will hold public hearings on an Eversource pole relocation along Chequessett Neck Road and two special event liquor license applications from the Wellfleet Oyster Alliance for the Art and Oyster Crawl and Oysterfest. The board will also discuss the Town Administrator's annual review, sign the September 1 state primary warrant, and consider renewing the Town Administrator's employment agreement.

• Eversource Energy: relocate pole 15/42 and install handhole 15/H42 on Chequessett Neck Road for new bridge lighting
• Wellfleet Oyster Alliance: special event liquor license for Art and Oyster Crawl, Sept 12, 2026, fee $350
• Wellfleet Oyster Alliance: special event liquor license for Oysterfest, Oct 15-18, 2026
• Consent agenda: reappoint election officials Peter Cook, Roberta Ward, Martha Dilts for FY27; renew Brekkies common victualler license
• Discussion and possible vote to renew Town Administrator's employment agreement

Affordable Housing Trust

The Wellfleet Municipal Affordable Housing Trust will hold a public meeting to discuss and potentially act on several housing initiatives. Key topics include a Community Land Trust attainable housing development, an ADU loan program update, and a potential Lease to Locals program. The board will also review open CPA funds grant applications and discuss vacant town-owned land.

• Discussion of Community Land Trust Attainable Housing Development (Chris Durbin recused)
• Updates on ADU Loan Program from CDP and Town Counsel
• Discussion of open CPA funds grant application window
• Discussion of Town- and WHA-owned vacant land and potential Trust role
• Discussion of potential Lease to Locals program for Wellfleet

Barnstable Assembly of Delegates

The Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates Standing Committee on Finance will meet virtually to consider Proposed Ordinance 2026-20, which covers the FY27 supplemental capital budget. They will also discuss a potential resolution recommending budget guidelines for FY28. The meeting is open to the public via live broadcast or remote participation.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-20 - FY27 Supplemental Capital Budget
• Discussion of resolution on FY28 budget guidelines for Regional Administrator
• Virtual meeting via YouTube and Microsoft Teams

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wellfleet Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three special permit applications. Two are continuations from previous meetings: one to demolish and rebuild a non-conforming porch at 55 Ryder Court, and another to rebuild a cottage within a non-conforming cottage colony at 206F Kendrick Avenue. A new application seeks a special permit to reduce yard setbacks for a detached garage at 1118 State Highway. The board will also approve minutes from the July 9 meeting.

• 26-11: Special permit to demolish and rebuild non-conforming porch at 55 Ryder Court (continued from June 11 and July 9)
• 26-15: Special permit to rebuild cottage in non-conforming cottage colony and flood plain exemption at 206F Kendrick Avenue (continued from July 9)
• 26-16: Special permit to reduce front and side yards for detached garage at 1118 State Highway
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2026 meeting

Cape Cod Commission

The Cape Cod Commission is holding a virtual pro-forma public hearing on the Algonquin Pipeline Relocation project in Bourne. This proceeding is for procedural purposes only, with no presentations, testimony, or substantive action. The project involves modifying interstate natural gas transmission facilities to accommodate the replacement of the Bourne and Sagamore Bridges.

• Algonquin Pipeline Relocation project in Town of Bourne
• Modification of interstate natural gas transmission facilities
• Removal, abandonment, and relocation of pipelines and metering/regulating facilities
• Virtual hearing via Zoom or phone
• Written comments accepted until hearing

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wellfleet Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three special permit applications, two of which are continuations from prior meetings. The board will also approve minutes from its July 9 meeting. All matters are routine land-use decisions.

• 26-11: Kevin Sheehan and Julie Michailidis, 55 Ryder Court, Map 14, Parcels 15 & 13: special permit to demolish non-conforming porch and construct new porch on northeastern side (continued from June 11 and July 9)
• 26-15: Martin and Maxine Muscatiello, 206F Kendrick Avenue, Map 20, Parcel 28F: special permit to rebuild single-family cottage within non-conforming cottage colony and flood plain exemption (continued from July 9)
• 26-16: Thaddeus S. Siemasko, 1118 State Highway, Map 36, Parcel 3: special permit to reduce front and side yards to allow detached garage construction
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2026

Barnstable Assembly of Delegates

The Standing Committee on Health and Human Services will consider Proposed Home Rule Petition 2026-02, which would establish a year-round mortgage assistance program. The committee may vote on a recommendation to the full Assembly of Delegates. The meeting is virtual only.

• Proposed Home Rule Petition 2026-02: Establishing a Year-Round Mortgage Assistance Program

Barnstable Assembly of Delegates

The Standing Committee on Governmental Affairs and Rules will consider Proposed Resolution 2026-10, which urges Barnstable County voters to carefully consider whether to create an elected Charter Study Commission and to cast a ballot on that question. The committee may vote on a recommendation for action by the full Assembly of Delegates. The meeting is virtual only, with public participation at the chair's discretion.

• Proposed Resolution 2026-10 on elected Charter Study Commission
• Virtual meeting via YouTube and Microsoft Teams
• Public participation at chair's discretion

Cultural Council

The Wellfleet Cultural Council is meeting to handle routine business including minutes, reports, and activity updates. They will discuss community engagement survey results, a potential addition to guidelines regarding conflicts of interest for council members, and updates to priorities. The meeting also includes planning for upcoming events like the bake sale and grantee reception.

• Discussion of Community Engagement Survey results
• Potential addition to Guidelines – COI Council members
• Review, adjust, and approve Updates to Priorities
• Bake Sale – August 28
• Grantee Reception and Info Session – September 14

Cultural Council

The Wellfleet Cultural Council is meeting to discuss community engagement survey results, potential additions to grant guidelines, and updates to priorities. They will also review activity updates, including an upcoming bake sale and grantee reception, and plan for future events like Oysterfest.

• Community Engagement Survey results discussion
• Potential addition to Guidelines regarding Council member conflicts of interest
• Review, adjust, and approve updates to Priorities
• Grant Application Outreach discussion
• Oysterfest Planning for October 17 & 18

Local Housing Partnership

The Local Housing Partnership will approve the minutes from July 13, 2026, and review a sample flyer provided by the housing coordinator. The group will also discuss the timing and types of recurring educational goals, including information sessions and media outreach. Additionally, the agenda includes broad outlines for educational information regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and seasonal communities.

• Approve minutes of 7/13/26
• Review example flyer from housing coordinator
• Discuss recurring educational goals timing and types
• Outline educational information for ADUs
• Outline educational information for Seasonal Communities

Library Trustees

The Wellfleet Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine reports and the library's strategic plan, including a survey and timeline. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific votes, contracts, or dollar amounts listed.

• Strategic Plan discussion including survey and timeline
• Library Director's report
• Treasurer's report
• Building and maintenance update
• Friends of the Wellfleet Library report