Discover Barnstable - the Official Podcast of the Town of Barnstable

On this episode, the first in a 2-part series, Lynne Poyant sits down with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sara Ahern, to discuss the exciting developments in our school district. Dr. Ahern shares her vision and goals for the current school year, focusing on enhancing Early Literacy (K-5) and strengthening math instruction in grades 6-12. We also dive into the strengths of the district, from the div...

Join us for an insightful episode as we sit down with our newly appointed Town Assessor John Curran to discuss the important role of the Assessing Division and its impact on our community. In this episode, we’ll take a deep dive into the process of property assessments and how the Assessing Division ensures fair and accurate valuations.

On this episode we’re joined by our Natural Resources Director Nina Coleman to discuss some exciting updates and important initiatives that impact both our community and our pets. We’ll cover:   1.     A new online system for registration that makes it easier for residents to sign up and stay up to date. 2.     New dog regulations designed to keep our furry companions safe and well-managed in our...

On this episode, Town Clerk Ann Quirk, discusses the significance of the annual town census. The town census plays a vital role in ensuring accurate population data, which is used to allocate resources, determine funding, and plan services for the community. Ann emphasizes the importance of participation and highlights the legal and logistical aspects of conducting the census, as well as how the d...

On this episode, we are joined by Town Manager Mark Ells. With over 35 years of dedicated service to the town, Mark has seen it evolve in countless ways and has played a key role in its growth. He became Town Manager in 2016 and has worked to improve the community, navigate challenges, and help shape the town’s future.   Mark shares insights from his extensive career, reflects on the changes Barns...

On this episode of Discover Barnstable we are joined by the Barnstable Council on Aging Caregiver and Support Services Coordinator, Stacey Cullen.

On this week's episode of Discover Barnstable, Cathy Flynn interviews the Town of Barnstable's Director of Communications, Lynne Poyant. Lynne provides an overview of all the various citizen resources that the Town of Barnstable provides its residents to stay safe and be informed about what's happening around town.

This week on Discover Barnstable, Assistant Director Human Resources, Tammy Cunningham, and Chair of the Disability Commission, Paul Logan, return to continue the conversation about the work of the commission.

On this episode of Discover Barnstable, we are joined by Cape Cod Gateway Airport Katie Servis.

This week on Discover Barnstable, we are joined by Safety Officer, Erin Ellis.

On this week's episode, we are joined by Property Manager, Grayce Rogers, to discuss permitting for special events on town property.

On this week's episode, we sit down with Town Clerk Ann Quirk to discuss voting in 2024.

This week we are joined by Director of Natural Resources Nina Coleman to discuss the long-term coastal resiliency project for Sandy Neck Beach Park.

On this episode of Discover Barnstable, we are joined by Senior Planner Kate Maldonado to discuss the Greening the Gateway Cities Program.

This week we are joined by DPW Communications Manager, Kelly Collopy, to discuss the sewer connection process for residents. Visit www.barnstablewaterresources.com for more information.

On this episode of Discover Barnstable, we are joined by Arts & Culture Coordinator, Melissa Chartrand.

On this episode of Discover Barnstable, we are joined by Human Resources Director Bill Cole to discuss the town's hiring process.

This week on Discover Barnstable, we are joined by Recreation Director John Gleason to discuss beach parking permits.

On this episode of Discover Barnstable we are joined by Director of Community Services, Chris Gonnella to discuss the clubhouse building update at Hyannis Golf.

On this episode of Discover Barnstable we are joined by Director of Communications, Lynne Poyant.

This week, we are speak with Erin Logan, Interim Deputy Director of Asset Management and Licensing.

On this episode, we are joined by the Town’s award winning Finance Director Mark Milne to discuss Capital Improvement Plans (CIP)

On this episode of Discover Barnstable, we are joined by Hyannis Fire Chief Peter Burke.

On this episode of Discover Barnstable, we are joined by Department of Public Works Structures & Grounds Supervisor Joe Marshall.

This week we are sit down with the Executive Director of the Osterville Village Library, Cyndy Cotton.