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1. What are the names of the Board of Selectman and when and where do they meet?

• Arthur Autorino, Chair; Aimee Eckman, Vice Chair; Alexander Cestaro, Clerk; Jared Collins, Jamie Demetri
• They meet on the 1st and 3rd Mondays at 5:30 pm in Town Hall.
• Exact meeting dates, times and location are posted on the Town website. Town meetings are also posted online.

Visit the Select Board page for more information.

2. Where can I get a yard sale permit?

The Town Clerk issues Yard Sale Permits. They are $10. Call 508-240-5900 ext. 3226 to learn more.

3. How can I contact the Part-Time Resident Taxpayers Association? When are their meetings?

By emailing the Eastham Part-time Resident Taxpayers Association (EPRTA) or by emailing Eugene Tierney, President.

Meetings are posted on the EPRTA website and on the Eastham Events Calendar.

4. What is the tax rate for this year?

The tax rate for Fiscal Year 2013 is $6.53 per $1,000.

5. Where is the Town Hall?

We are located at 2500 State Highway (Route 6) across from the Windmill Green. View a map of our location.

6. What times can I have my dog on the beach?

There are absolutely no dogs allowed on any of the town beaches or in parking lots at any time from June 15th through Labor Day.

Visit the Recreation Department page for more information.

Holders of Valid Eastham Beach Stickers Only - Town of Eastham Animal Regulations

Beach Regulations

• No animals or pets will be permitted on the beaches, in the parking areas or in vehicles in the parking areas at any time during the period of June 15th through Labor Day.

Dyer Prince Area Regulations

• No dogs are allowed in the Dyer Prince/Rock Harbor Area between 9 am and 4 pm between June 15th and Labor Day.
• Dogs will be allowed in the Dyer Prince/Rock Harbor Area only before 9 am and after 4 pm between June 15th and Labor Day.
• Dogs must be on a leash at all times and all dogs' waste must be removed by the owner.
• Automobiles using this area must have a valid Town of Eastham sticker.

Wiley Park

• No dogs will be allowed on the beach and/or in the playground from June 15th through Labor Day. Dogs are allowed on the walking trails throughout the year.

7. Where would I get a subdivision plan?

The Assessing Department (reached by calling 508-240-5900 ext. 215) maintains all Property Information. View Assessment data.

8. Where do I get a building permit?

Eastham's Building Department. The process can be complicated. Pick up an application and a checklist at the Building Department in Town Hall.

Call 508-240-5900 ext. 231 or visit the Building Department page for more information.

9. Does Eastham have an Animal Control Center?

The Eastham Police Department has responsibility for Animal Control. There is a dedicated Officer and an Animal Control Van. We handle nearly 1,000 calls a year.

Our Animal Control Officer can be reached at 508-255-0551. If an emergency, dial 911. Visit the Police Department page for more information.

10. Where is the Transfer Station (trash disposal) and when is it open?

The Transfer Station and Recycling Center are co-located at 255 Old Orchard Road:

• From Orleans, turn right from Route 6 onto Old Orchard at Arnold's
• From Wellfleet, turn left from Route 6 onto Brackett Road at the Texaco and then take your first right onto Old Orchard

Visit the Transfer Station page for more information including hours of operation.

11. When is the Recycling Center open?

Summer

Friday through Wednesday
7:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Closed Thursday

Winter

Saturday through Wednesday
7:30 am to 3:30 pm

Closed Thursday and Friday

Visit the Transfer Station page for more information.

12. Where can I get a beach sticker?

The Beach Sticker Office is located at 555 Old Orchard Road and is open from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day.

Sticker Office Hours

Through June 25
Monday through Saturday
9 am to noon

Starting June 26
Monday through Saturday
(Closed Wednesday)
9 am to noon

The office is closed on Sunday.

Hours in August are subject to change.

Contact

To contact us, call 508-240-5976, or visit the Recreation Department page for more information.

13. Where do I go to report a change of address?

• Homeowners should contact Assessing or call 508-240-5900, ext. 215
• Residents should contact the Town Clerk or call 508-240-5900 ext. 226

14. Where do I pay my parking ticket?

Mail or visit the Town Clerk at:

• Town Hall
  2500 State Highway
  Eastham, MA, 02642

15. Who do I call for cable tv?

Comcast is the supplier of cable tv in Eastham and can be reached at 888-633-4266.