Planning
The Planning Board consists of nine elected members with three-year terms and two appointed alternate members. They are responsible for reviewing commercial projects, subdivisions of land and updating the Zoning Bylaws and Subdivision Regulations. The Board meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of most months at 7:00pm at the Bourne Veteran's Memorial Community Building, 239 Main Street, Buzzards Bay.
Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments
Click here for proposed zoning bylaw amendments. Town Meeting was held on May 6, 2024 and voter's passed five proposed zoning article (articles 21-25). These zoning articles are currently under review with the Attorney General's office (90 day review process). Check back soon for Attorney General's letter. (page last updated 7/11/24)
Staff Contacts
| Name | Title | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Copeland | Town Planner | (508) 759-0600 Ext. 1347 |
| -Vacant - | Assistant Town Planner | (508) 759-0600 Ext 1357 |
| Patricia Thibault | Secretary II | (508) 759-0600 Ext. 1301 |
Board Members
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Christopher J. Farrell | Chair (2027) |
| James J Robinson, JR. | Vice-Chair (2025) |
| John J. Duggan, JR. | Clerk (2026) |
| Daniel L. Doucette | Member (2027) |
| M. Elizabeth Brown | Member (2026) |
| David O'Connor | Member (2025) |
| Amanda Wing | Member (2025) |
| Catherine Demeo Walton | Member (2027) |
| Shaun D. Handy | Associate Member (2024) |