Barnstable Boards, Committees & Governance
Complete directory of all boards, committees, and commissions — with meeting schedules, member rosters, active issues, and bylaws links.
Elected Bodies
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Town Council
13 elected · 2-year terms
Legislative body · Ordinances & budget
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Board of Assessors
3 elected · 3-year terms
Property valuation & tax rates
Planning & Zoning
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Planning Board
7 appointed · 3-year terms
Zoning, subdivisions, master plan
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Zoning Board of Appeals
5 members + alternates
Variances & special permits
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Old King’s Highway Historic District
Exterior changes in historic areas
Route 6A corridor oversight
Finance & Budget
💰
Finance Committee
Reviews all appropriations
Budget oversight & recommendations
Health, Environment & Conservation
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Board of Health
3 elected · Direct regulatory authority
Food, septic, disease prevention
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Conservation Commission
Wetlands permits & conservation land
Environmental protection oversight
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Water Resources Advisory
CWMP oversight & water quality
Nitrogen management
Community & Housing
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Community Preservation Committee
CPA fund allocation
Housing, open space, historic preservation
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Recreation Commission
Parks & programs
Youth sports, adult programs, facilities
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Historical Commission
Historic survey & preservation
Demolition delay, National Register