@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialBarnstable County celebrated a remarkable fiscal year with revenues surpassing estimates and a $1.9 million budget surplus thanks to strong registry of deeds performance!
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialBarnstable County has poured nearly $15 million into PFAS remediation, but the true financial burden and future liabilities remain shrouded in uncertainty.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialBarnstable County just passed a groundbreaking ordinance that limits federal immigration enforcement on county property, setting a new standard for personal data protection!
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialA pivotal court case on Martha's Vineyard could redefine the regulatory power of the Cape Cod Commission over critical development permits.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialBarnstable County voters will soon decide on a pivotal ballot question that could reshape their local government—are you ready to make your voice heard?
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialCounty officials are pushing for more precise dredging windows after securing a crucial time-of-year waiver, but concerns over project delays and regulatory hurdles remain.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialThe Cape Cod Aqua Fund has already lent $75 million to help homeowners upgrade their sewer systems, but officials warn that less than half of eligible households are taking advantage of this vital resource.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialA regional administrator raises red flags over a proposed ordinance that could clash with existing regulations and jeopardize federal funding, urging clarity to avoid chaos.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialCape towns generated a staggering $231 million in lottery sales last year but received a mere 5% back, sparking outrage among local officials.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialHarwich is pushing for a legislative change to ensure that 40B housing projects undergo crucial regional impact reviews, igniting a vital conversation about our shared resources and infrastructure.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialBarnstable County is stepping up its game with expanded water quality testing and innovative programs that benefit the entire Cape community!
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialUrgent calls for county action highlight a looming crisis in wastewater management, as towns struggle with rising nitrogen limits and PFAS contamination.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialThe Cape Cod Regional Government's committee just took a significant step toward limiting county cooperation with federal immigration enforcement—what does this mean for local law and order?
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialDelegates are divided on how to educate voters about the proposed Charter Study Commission, balancing the need for technical facts against warnings about potential risks.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialKey updates from Barnstable County reveal imminent dredge-grant deadlines, a new live-fire training facility in Yarmouth, and a promising year-end financial recap!
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialThe Barnstable County Assembly meeting brought crucial developments, including the postponement of the controversial immigration enforcement ordinance and the release of vital legal opinions.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialIn a groundbreaking decision, the Assembly voted to unveil four legal opinions tied to immigration ordinance 26-11, igniting a fierce debate over transparency versus attorney-client privilege.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialThe Barnstable County Assembly has postponed a crucial vote on ordinance 26-11, aiming to regulate immigration enforcement on county property, after heated debates and last-minute amendments!
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialCape Cod’s aquifer may hold vast amounts of water, but meeting the surging summer demand is a complex challenge that needs urgent attention.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialClean Water Week is creating a splash in Cape Cod with 14 exciting events, including a hands-on Wastewaterpalooza for families at the Clean Water Center!
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