Election Day - Tuesday, November 8th
Polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Chatham Community Center, 702 Main Street
Acquisition for Affordable Housing
The closing by the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees on the purchase of approximately 3.5 acres on Meetinghouse Road in South Chatham from the Diocese of Fall River for the purpose of building Affordable Housing took place on October 31st.
The purchase is the culmination of months of discussions between Diocese and Town representatives initiated in February 2022 when the Diocese offered the land to the Town in response to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for land for affordable and/or attainable housing.
The $500,000 purchase price of the property is fully funded through the Town’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The Trust receives funds through various sources but mainly from Community Preservation Act Funds.
Town Manager Jill Goldsmith said “This is an exciting step forward for Chatham toward creating much needed Affordable Housing, we again thank the Diocese of Fall River for their response to the RFP and their shared commitment to affordable housing efforts.”
“Thanks to the thoughtful generosity by the Diocese of Fall River, Chatham has secured a critical piece of property upon which to develop much needed affordable housing. What a tremendous opportunity for Chatham as we strive to create a more sustainable, year-round town,” said Select Board Chair Jeffrey Dykens.
Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., said “The Diocese of Fall River is grateful that the sale of unused land on Meetinghouse Road is now complete as it will benefit both the Chatham community and Holy Redeemer Parish in that town. It provides to Chatham a parcel of land for development of affordable housing at time when the need for such is critical. For Holy Redeemer Parish, whose interests the Diocese represented in the transaction, the proceeds from the sale will help support the parish’s long-awaited renovation project.”
Police Chief Mike Anderson handing Deputy Chief Lou Malzone his new badge
Police Chief Mike Anderson and Deputy Police Chief Lou Malzone.
Deputy Chief Malzone Sworn In
Sergeant Lou Malzone was promoted to the position of Deputy Chief of Police and sworn into his new role on October 31st.
Deputy Chief Malzone is passionate about transparency in policing and maintaining the trust that the Department has built with the community. He demonstrated his understanding of Community Policing, the need to identify and serve all demographics within the community and his strong desire to act in a collaborative and positive way as a member of the core management team within the Town of Chatham and the Chatham Police Department.
Deputy Chief Malzone has been a member of the Chatham Police Department for the past sixteen (16) years and has held numerous positions within the department during that time. He is also a member of the Cape Cod Regional Law Enforcement Council SWAT Team, the Cape Cod Regional Detectives Group, the Cape Cod Drug Task Force and is a Chatham Police Citizens Police Academy Instructor. He has a master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Curry College and a bachelor’s degree in Administration of Justice from Salve Regina University.
A formal promotional ceremony will be held in the coming weeks.
Center for Active Living Open House
The Center for Active Living will hold an Open House on Thursday, November 10th from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to introduce the community to our new Director of Community Services Leah LaCross and the Center's staff.
Please stop by to meet Leah and have the chance to learn about the programs and services offered through the Council on Aging and tour the current site. Light refreshments and beverages will be served.
Holiday Shopping Fair on November 5th at the Community Center
Police Chief Anderson Sergeant Massey & Danielle Massey standing in front of a blue background.
Police Chief Mike Anderson, Sergeant Massey, and and Danielle Massey
Sergeant Massey Honored
On October 26, 2022, Chatham Police Department Sergeant, and School Resource Officer William Massey was awarded an “Excellence in Community Outreach and Prevention Award” for his work on “Project Safe Childhood Cape & Islands Education Series” by US Attorney General Rachel Rollins. The award was presented at the John Joseph Moakley Courthouse in recognition of the 2022 Law Enforcement Public Service Awards.
Project Safe Childhood relies upon the ongoing efforts and relationships between law enforcement agencies, schools, advocacy organizations and others to protect and defend children from exploitation and abuse. The Project Safe Childhood Cape & Islands Education Series was initiated during the COVID-19 pandemic when students of all ages began spending more hours online for remote learning and social activities.
The Project Safe Childhood Cape & Islands Education Series offered presentations on internet safety and the exploitation of children to raise awareness of crimes being committed against children and provided strategies to ameliorate the risks for parents, students, and professionals.
Sergeant Massey and his partners on the project, which included several FBI agents, Lieutenant Andrew McLaughlin, Orleans Police Department and Dennis Stampfle, School Resource Officer, Barnstable Police Department, were recognized for their work and dedication to protecting children.
Veterans Day Ceremony
The Veterans Day Observance will be held indoors at the Chatham Community Center on Friday, November 11th, the 11th day of the 11th month, at 11:00 am.
Each year the Veterans Day National Committee publishes a commemorative Veterans Day poster. The Committee selects a poster from artwork submitted by artists nationwide. It then serves as the cover of the official program for the Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery. The theme for Veterans Day 2022 is “Honor.” Honor reflects the military value and tradition of answering the call to duty.
Please join us at the Community Center this Veterans Day.
Mooring and Waitlist Renewals Emailed
In the October 28th Mainsheet it was erroneously stated that Mooring and Mooring Waitlist renewals had been mailed out last week. The renewals were actually sent electronically, so please check your email inbox (and junk mail folder, just in case!) and not your US Postal Service mailbox for your renewal information.
Short-Term Rental Bylaw Working Group
The Short-Term Rental Bylaw Working Group held its first meeting today, November 4th. The group organized and discussed goals and timelines for its work.
The next meeting will be held on Thursday, November 17th at 9 a.m. in the small meeting room at the Town Office Annex, 261 George Ryder Road. Remote participation will be available through a link in the posted agenda.
Cape Cod Bridges Program
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation will hold two live virtual public information meetings on Tuesday, November 15 and Thursday, November 17th at 6 p.m. on the Cape Cod Bridges Program.Identical information will be provided in both meetings.
The Cape Cod Bridges Program will include the replacement of the Bourne and Sagamore Bridges as well as improvements to the approach roadway networks to address the multimodal deficiencies within the Cape Cod Canal area. The public is invited to participate in either meeting to learn more about the Program scope, status, schedule and to ask the Program team questions.
Registration is required for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot Closure
Due to safety concerns, space restrictions, and limited staffing the parking lot and viewing area at the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge will be closed from November 7th through November 17th during the demolition of the Refuge's dormitory building.
Heavy equipment will be operating in the area as the building is taken down and debris is loaded into dumpsters. Limited parking is possible on the Morris Island Causeway and the Morris Island Loop Trails will remain open from sunrise to sunset.
Thanksgiving Meals Provided
Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, Inc.will be providing a Thanksgiving meal to individuals 60 years of age or older residing in Barnstable County.
Each meal is free of charge and will contain traditional Thanksgiving menu items. Meals will be distributed via a “grab and go” on Tuesday 11/22 between 10am- 1pm at Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands office located at 68 Route 134 S.Dennis, MA.
There are a limited number of meals, so reservations are required. To reserve a meal please call the Nutrition Department at Elder Services at (508) 394-4630 x412. All reservations must be made by Wednesday 11/16 at 3 pm.
No Select Board Meeting - November 8, 2022 - GO VOTE!
The Mainsheet
The name of our e-newsletter was selected from submissions by our community.
In nautical terms a mainsheet is the line connected to the boom which allows a sailor to control the speed of a boat. We think that is fitting for an e-newsletter that can be used to quickly send out important information to our community or at a more leisurely rate for less pressing matters. It reflects Chatham’s maritime history, is reminiscent of the front page of a newspaper, and it is a fun play on Main Street, where you go to be part of all that is happening in Town!
