Coronavirus | COVID-19

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For updated information on the Coronavirus | COVID-19, please visit the town’s website below.

Town of Barnstable Website

Town of Barnstable Health Director Tom McKean would also like us to share the following:
This newsletter has good info:

Corono Virus Resource Center

Coronovirus | COVID-19 image

More information on Coronavirus | COVID-19:

Cape Cod Community College (CCCC) is setting up mobile testing site for the virus,
Given their mission, their partners in education, and their commitment and need to assist the community in addressing this pandemic, CCCC has agreed to site a mobile testing facility on Parking Lots 4 and 5 (vicinity of the Solar Panel carport) under the direction of Cape Cod Healthcare and the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment.

The self-contained site will have trained medical personnel collecting swab samples, only. The samples will be couriered to an offsite lab for COVID-19 testing and follow up reporting. 

The facility will only permit people with a doctor’s referral to provide a sample. 

Those being tested will remain in their car as the sample is collected.

Given that time is of the essence for testing, they are expecting the facility to be fully operational this week. As testing capacity becomes more available, the usage of the drive through facility will increase during the week. They do not have a final timeline about how long this will last. Hopefully, this will become a case study for students in emergency preparedness and related fields.

As CCCC reminds people about their role in this unchartered event, they will convene a meeting with the Barnstable County Emergency Preparedness Coordinator to review and relieve concerns as they continue to ensure a safe environment within CDC and MDPH guidelines.

Barnstable Town Council Subcommittees

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Barnstable Town council subcommittees are an important and integral part of local leadership. In her first year as a town councilor, Kris Clark is serving on two subcommittees and as liaison to five other committees.

Town Council Subcommittees members
Seven Town Council Members Sworn in by Town Clerk, Ann Quirk

Kris is serving on the following Town Council Subcommittees:

  • Asset Management Advisory Committee
  • Committee to Review Zoning and Permitting Regulations

And Town Council Liaison to the Committees Below:

  • Shellfish Committee
  • Land Acquisition and Preservation Committee
  • Hyannis Main Street Waterfront Historic District Commission (with Councilor Cullum)
  • Old King’s Highway Historic District Committee (with Councilor Starr)
  • Sandy Neck Board (with Councilor Starr)

For more information on these subcommittees, visit the Town of Barnstable website and click on Boards and Committees.

Also, if you have concerns about your neighborhood, town issues or other town council interests, please reach out to Kris by phone or by email. Remember, engaging with your local government is the a great way to ensure you have a voice in local government.

Email: precinct11clark@gmail.com

Phone: 508-428-8754

Local Leadership You Can Trust

To learn more about Kris, click this link. Also, stay current with Barnstable Town Council, Barnstable Town Council Subcommittees, and Precinct 11 issues by signing up for Kris’s newsletter using the form below.

And More Letters to the Editor

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Vote Tuesday, November 5th!!!

It’s really coming down to the wire… the town council election is right around the corner. Take a look at the Letters to the Editor published in today’s Halloween Edition of the Cape Cod Times.

And More Letters to the Editor

Tuesday, November 5th is Election Day

Your vote will make a difference. Local elections are won by small numbers of votes. Your vote will count!

For more details on where and when to vote, please visit Kris’s Voter Information page. Scroll down and take a look at the Sample Ballot.

Also, keep a look out for Kris’s signs all over the town. Kris’s Voter Information page has detailed maps showing the exact boundaries for Precinct 11. All of West Barnstable is in Precinct 11, as are parts of Marstons Mills and Centerville.

Do you know who is your town councilor? Check the maps!

AND VOTE ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH.

POLLS OPEN 7AM – 8PM

And finally, don’t forget to scroll down and sign up for Kris’s newsletter. Be informed about your community, and your town. Kris promises to keep her constituents up to date on issues, events and more!

Letters to the Editor

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It’s coming down to the wire… the town council election is right around the corner. Take a look at the Letters to the Editor published in today’s Halloween Edition of the Cape Cod Times.

Letters to the Editor

Portrait of Kris Clark - Letters to the Editor

Tuesday, November 5th is Election Day

Your vote will make a difference. Local elections are won by small numbers of votes. Your vote will count!

For more details on where and when to vote, please visit Kris’s Voter Information page. Scroll down and take a look at the Sample Ballot.

Also, keep a look out for Kris’s signs all over the town. Kris’s Voter Information page has detailed maps showing the exact boundaries for Precinct 11. All of West Barnstable is in Precinct 11, as are parts of Marstons Mills and Centerville.

Do you know who is your town councilor? Check the maps!

AND VOTE ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH.

POLLS OPEN 7AM – 8PM

And finally, don’t forget to scroll down and sign up for Kris’s newsletter. Be informed about your community, and your town. Kris promises to keep her constituents up to date on issues, events and more!

Stand Outs & Media Events

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Kris is on the move. Scroll down to learn about upcoming Stand Outs & Media Events. Also, don’t forget to sign up for Kris’s newsletter at the bottom of the page.

Also, check out Kris’s profile published by local online news media outlet “Patch”.

Barnstable Candidate Profile: Kris Clark

Kris Clark Supporters holding Kris Clark Signs at the Route 149 "roundabout" near the mid-cape highway. Stand Outs & Media Events
Kris Clark Supporters

Stand Outs

Please show your support for Kris by “standing out” or by a friendly wave and honk as you pass by.

Here is the current “stand out” schedule for Kris Clark.

  • Wed 10/30 – 4PM – Corner Old Stage/Race Ln & Oak St Centerville
  • Fri 11/1 – 4PM – 6A & 149 (across from 7G’s)
  • Sat 11/2 – 9AM – Exit 5 Rotary
  • Mon 11/4 – 7:30AM Route 6A & Route 149 (7G’s Plaza) Park near the cemetary
  • Mon 11/4 – 3PM – TBD

** We stand for 1 – 1.5 hours each date **

Tue 11/5 – ELECTION DAY!!

Polls open 7AM – 8PM

If you are available to hold signs outside the West Barnstable Community Building please call or text Katrina @ 774-836-6385.

Any time that you can spare will be greatly appreciated.

Again, call or text Katrina if you have any questions 774-836-6385.

Media Events

Newsradio 95.1 WXTK Logo

Sunday, November 3rd @ 10am – 11am

First, tune in to hear Precinct 11 Town Council challenger Kris Clark converse with incumbent Phil Wallace on FM 95.1 Newsradio WXTK hosted by Patrick Desmarais.

Next, call in and engage in the debate between these two town council candidates. The number to call is 508-775-9985.

For More Ways to Support Kris Clark

Visit our Support Kris Clark page, or sign up for our newsletter.

This Week with Kris Clark

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So much going on this week with Kris Clark…

Saturday, October 12th, Sandy Neck Gatehouse:

Kris will be leading Saturday’s Fall Walking Weekend Sandy Neck Walk. Please join her and learn about Sandy Neck, the Great Salt Marsh, and Cape Cod Bay!

Land Acquisition & Preservation Committee Poster

Tuesday, October 15th, MEET THE CANDIDATES

@ West Barnstable Community Building

Social starts @ 6:30pm – Program commences @ 7:00pm

Meet the Candidate Poster

And last week, Kris attended the 2nd Annual Cape Cod Beer Shuck Festival. Here she is with Conor McInerney of Cape Cod Oyster Company.

Kris Clark & Cape Cod Oyster Company's Conor McInerney.

Also, the deadline for voter registration is October 16th. Visit Kris’ Voter Information page to learn more.

This week with Kris Clark…

As we get closer to the November 5th election date, please take time to learn more about why Kris Clark is the best candidate for Precinct 11 Town Council.

Kris loves West Barnstable. She has contributed to upholding the traditions of the village. Spaghetti dinners, oyster fests, village fests, you name it… Kris will be there volunteering and ensuring that all have a great time.

Her efforts for land acquisition and water resource preservation are the building blocks for ensuring that West Barnstable remains the village that we know and love.

Please consider voting for Kris Clark this coming November 5th! You won’t regret it!!!

Kick Off Speech & Randy Hunt Endorsement

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A big week for Kris Clark, not only did she gain Randy Hunt’s Endorsement, but her Kick Off Party and Kick Off Speech were a great success.

Scroll down to hear Kris’ Kick Off Speech.

Randy Hunt Endorsement

Randy Hunt & Kris Clark at the Cape Air Show

Massachusetts State Representative Randy Hunt declared his endorsement of Kris Clark for Precinct 11 Town Council. Precincts 11 & 12 are within Mr. Hunt’s district.

Kris and Nancy Shoemaker @ MA Historic Preservation Conference
Kris and Nancy Shoemaker @ MA Historic Preservation Conference

Last Thursday (9/20), I attended the Massachusetts Historic Preservation Conference in picturesque Plymouth, MA. I drove up with Nancy Shoemaker, fellow West Barnstable resident and vice-chair of the Barnstable Historical Commission. We heard interesting presentations on how to get funding for the preservation of historic places.

On Friday (9/21) I went to the Fly-In at the Cape Cod Airfield to celebrate the Airfield’s 90th birthday.  Later I headed off to the Barnstable Association for Recreational Shellfishing Annual picnic at Veteran’s Park in Hyannis.

Kick Off Speech

This past Sunday (9/22), I hosted my Kick-Off Party at the Dolphin Restaurant in Barnstable Village. More than 75 people attended this mid- Patriots Game event. Campaign donations were collected and lawn signs were handed out.

Thank you to Nancy Smith of the Dolphin for providing this fantastic venue.

Speaking of lawn signs, expect to see them popping up around town starting next week. And… you too can have an Elect Kris Clark lawn sign in your yard. Visit Support Kris Clark to learn what you can do help with Kris’ campaign.

Kris Clark Lawn Sign

Campaign Kick Off

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Poster for Kris Clark Meet & Greet Campaign Kick Off, 9/22 3pm-5pm at the Dolphin Restaurant, 3250 Main Street, Barnstable, MA

The poster says it all! Campaign Kick Off!

But learn more about Kris and her campaign … especially if you can’t make the party

CLICK HERE!

Or Here for Kris’ BIO

CLICK HERE!

Thank you to The Dolphin for providing the venue for Kris’ Campaign Kick Off

One Cape Summit

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This year’s One Cape Summit focused on Environment and Economy.

Kris attended Day #2 which focused on blue economy (maritime based jobs) opportunities. Cape Cod’s coast lines provide many blue economy jobs: whale watching, charter fishing, transportation services, resource management, and (of course) aquaculture.

Aquaculture and resource management are right in Kris’ wheelhouse. Kris served for over 13 years as the Town of Barnstable Deputy Shellfish Constable. From 2009 – 2016 she was the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Shellfish Farm Manager. In that capacity she developed and implemented a start-up business plan for the tribe’s for-profit oyster farm. To learn more about Kris’ resume, visit Meet Kris Clark.

Also of interest on the One Cape Summit Day #2 agenda were presentations on town planning tools. These tools integrate design, economics and public input to develop strategies for improving quality of life while increasing living space density. Town of Barnstable planners are looking to the future to ensure that affordable workforce housing opportunities are created.

Finally, a presentation by the US Census Bureau emphasized the need for our participation in the 2020 census. The importance of keeping respondent data strictly confidential was both emphasized and reiterated. And, the US Census Bureau is offering census takers jobs at $19/hour. Here’s a link to see if you qualify 2020 US Census Job Opportunities.