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Town of Falmouth 300 Committee receives $500,000.00 Grant for Teaticket Park

Staff — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:52:12 +0000

The Town of Falmouth 300 Committee receives $500,000.00 Grant for Teaticket Park from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary, Richard K. Sullivan. On hand to celebrate this event was Representative Timothy R. Madden, Senate President Therese Murray, Representative Randy Hunt, Falmouth Town Manager Julian Suso and the members of the 300 Committee.

MassDOT Announces Reimbursement for Falmouth for Tropical Storm Irene Repairs

Staff — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:00:23 +0000

MassDOT Announces Reimbursement for Falmouth for Tropical Storm Irene Repairs

BOSTON- Thursday, January 19, 2012- The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) today announced that President Obama’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is issuing federal funding to pay for repairs in Falmouth in the wake of damage caused by Tropical Storm Irene on August 26, 2011.

The reimbursement to Falmouth totals $300,000 for shoulder and sidewalk repairs on Menauhant Road.

“Irene packed a wallop for our state, and it still shows in the damage to our roads, bridges, and infrastructure. You don’t bounce back from that kind of severe weather on the cheap, and this money will double down on critical rebuilding efforts to get Falmouth back on track, said U.S. Senator John Kerry.

“I’m thankful that Falmouth will be reimbursed for much needed repairs made after Hurricane Irene came through,” said U.S. Senator Scott Brown. “This will go a long way to easing a major expense that the community faced.”

The Falmouth reimbursement is covered by one of two federal highway awards funding emergency repairs for damage caused by the tornados that hit the central and western parts of Massachusetts on June 1, 2011, and Tropical Storm Irene on August 26, 2011. These funds are in addition to reimbursements announced last month in Franklin, Berkshire and Bristol counties.

“We are pleased to reimburse communities such as Falmouth for the cost of making these necessary repairs and thank the Obama Administration and members of our Congressional delegation for their support and recognition of the great need in these emergency circumstances,” said MassDOT CEO and Secretary Richard A. Davey.

“Tropical Storm Irene caused significant damage to communities across the Commonwealth and many towns, including Falmouth, are dealing with unexpected expenses as they work to rebuild,” said Senate President Therese Murray. “Menauhant Road was severely damaged by the storm and it has been a major inconvenience to residents who live and work in the area. I am happy to see that Falmouth is included in the grant funds so the town can make the necessary repairs.”

“I am pleased that Falmouth has received reimbursement approval for repairs to Menauhant Road from the Federal Highway Administration through MassDOT,” said Rep. David Vieira. ”When Falmouth was not eligible for these repairs from FEMA after Hurricane Irene, DPW Director Ray Jack stayed the course and was able to secure these vital funds for the East Falmouth project. I hope to see the project begin before the summer season.”

“These funds will certainly help the town compensate for some of these unforeseen expenses which have greatly impacted an already stressed budget due to the current economic climate,” said Rep. Timothy R. Madden.

For transportation news and updates visit MassDOT at our website: www.mass.gov/massdot, blog: www.mass.gov/blog/transportation, or follow MassDOT on twitter at www.twitter.com/massdot.

Keating on MV Jan. 9th, 2012

Staff — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:24:48 +0000

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FREE RESIDENTIAL ENERGY AUDITS ON NANTUCKET

Staff — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:44:26 +0000

As part of the Mass Save Initiative (www.masssave.com), several Energy Specialists will be on Nantucket from Monday 1/16/2012 thru Friday 1/20/2012 to perform 30-40 FREE residential energy audits. This is a service offered to Nantucket by National Grid and the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) to promote energy efficiency programs and to help residents and businesses better manage energy use.

Any of you may sign up for an energy audit, and we encourage your friends and family to take advantage of this initiative, as well.
To sign up for a no-cost Home Energy Assessment:

1) Please call (866) 527-7283

2) OR, email Lauren Sinatra <lsinatra@nantucket-ma.gov> with the name on your electric account (with account number), property address and phone number, year and style of home with heating fuel.

For more information, please visit: www.MassSave.com.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Lauren M. Sinatra
Energy Project & Outreach Coordinator
Town of Nantucket
12 Federal Street
Nantucket, MA 02554

lsinatra@nantucket-ma.gov
office: (508) 325-5379
www.ACKenergy.org

LAND BANK “BLAIR HOUSE” LEGISLATION SIGNED INTO LAW

Staff — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:25:23 +0000

BOSTON- An Act Approving the Conveyance by the Nantucket Islands Land Bank of Certain Land Situated in the Town of Nantucket sponsored by State Representative Tim Madden was signed into law this week and is now Chapter 182 of Acts of 2011. This home rule petition allows for the Nantucket Islands Land Bank to convey the land encompassing property known as the “Blair House” which is located in historic downtown. In 2001, it was necessary for the Land Bank to purchase the property as the land surrounding the house encompasses the main access point to its nearby Lily Pond property.

Upon news of the legislation’s signing, Executive Director of the Land Bank, Eric Savetsky, commented that “this is a win-win for the Land Bank in that we won’t have to spend a large sum of money renovating the house, and we get to sell the house which is worth quite a bit due to its desirable location.”

“I want to thank Eric Savetsky, Senator Dan Wolf’s and both their staffs, for all of their assistance getting this legislation passed”.

Staff — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:25:35 +0000

Wentworth Way groundbreaking ceremony last Thursday. Left to right: Wayne Johnson, Tim Williams, Laura Barbara, Abbe Burt, Andrew Berry, Philippe Jordi, Richard Leonard, Jeff Kristal, Tristan Israel, Fielding Moore, Rob Doyle, Geoghan Coogan, Nell Coogan.

Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Receive Mass in Motion/Community Transformation Grants

Staff — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 17:37:12 +0000

Mass in Motion/Community Transformation Grant announcement at the State House October 2011. Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket will both be receiving funds. (L to R) MA DPH Commissioner John Auerbach, Preventative Health Caucus Co-Chair Senator Harriette Chandler, Public Health Co-Chair Senator Susan Fargo, Senator Katherine Clark, Representative Timothy Madden, and United State Assistant Secretary for U.S. Health, Health and Human Services, Howard Koh.

BOSTON- State Representative Tim Madden is pleased to announce that Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket will receive a federal grant of $75,000 to expand efforts of active healthy living and quality clinical preventive services as part of the Mass in Motion program. The funds will also be used to promote tobacco-free living by providing resources to community prevention programs. Both Islands hope to transform the places where their citizens live, learn, work, and play in order to lead healthier, more active lives.

For more information about the Grants please click on Mass in Motion and Community Transformation.

Barbara Schneider of Falmouth wins a Robert Kuehn Awards at the 10th Anniversary Celebration of the Community Preservation Act

Staff — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:05:53 +0000

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The Comminity Preservation Coalition celebrated their 10th anniversary and presented Barbara Schneider of Falmouth a the 2011 Kuehn Awards for her significant contributions to the success of CPA during its first decade. On hand to join the celebration at the State House were Senate President Therese Murray, Representative Timothy R. Madden and Representative David Vieira.

A new guide for teens, developed by the Office of Attorney General Martha Coakley, entitled: “When You Turn 18.”

Staff — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:09:20 +0000

Release from the Office of Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley

A new guide for teens, developed by the Office of Attorney General Martha Coakley, entitled: “When You Turn 18.” The It is designed for high school seniors who will soon reach the important milestone of the age of legal adulthood. The Guide gives an overview of some of these new opportunities to participate as an adult and gives some tips for handling money and finances, understanding the legal obligations involved when signing a contract, fully participating in our civic life, and much more.

It is available on the AGO’s website at http://www.mass.gov/Cago/docs/Community/turn-18-pdf-final.pdf.

Marine Biological Laboratory & My Generation Energy to Celebrate Commissioning of Falmouth’s Largest Solar Array

Staff — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:22:07 +0000

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The Marine Biological Laboratory and My Generation Energy held a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the single largest solar installation in Falmouth. The event was held at the MBL’s property in Falmouth Technology Park (25 Bernard St. Jean Drive) and featured remarks by Gary Borisy, MBL President and Director, Luke Hinkle, President, My Generation Energy, and Jay Zavala, President of the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce. Several elected officials also attended, including Massachusetts Senate President Therese Murray, Representative Timothy Madden, and Representative David Vieira.