Economic Recovery

*Barnstable/Hyannis: Where Cape Cod Happens*

Town of Barnstable staff is working from home to help our businesses be ready to respond to the changes in doing business successfully, to recover from this crisis, and to move towards a stable and prosperous future. Town staff is listening to and working with our businesses, residents, the Economic Development Task Force (a Town Council presidential subcommittee) and other community partners on developing an Economic Recovery Plan.

CONTACTS

Business Resources & Other Assistance:

Gloria McPherson

Planning & Economic Development Coordinator

Gloria.McPherson@town.barnstable.ma.us

508-862-4701

Permitting Guidance and Questions:

Maggie Flynn

Permit Coordinator

Margaret.Flynn@town.barnstable.ma.us

508-862-4679

General Questions:

Elizabeth Jenkins

Planning & Development Director

Elizabeth.Jenkins@town.barnstable.ma.us

508-862-4735

BUSINESS COMMUNITY UPDATES

Local Strategy Updates

UPDATE: Dec. 16, 2020 Just a reminder that the forecast shows a snow storm coming our way Wednesday into Thursday this week. We will need you to remove the tables, chairs and fencing in order for our Public Works Department to cure and plow the sidewalks for safety and pedestrian access. Please be prepared and do your best to remove the items in preparation for the storm. Remember not to block any access points or fire safety exits with the items. Thanks for your cooperation and understanding.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

2021 Snow & Ice Brochure

NOTICE: Statewide Rollback to Phase 3, Step 1 (effective 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, December 13):

In addition, the following updates to capacity limits will go into effect:

Outdoor gatherings at event venues and public spaces to 50 people
Outdoor Theaters and Performance Venues to 25% and no more than 50 people
Close Indoor Theaters and Performance Venues and a few smaller indoor recreation businesses like roller rinks and trampoline parks

Reduce capacity from 50% to 40% for several industry sectors noted below:
- Arcades/Indoor and Outdoor Recreational Businesses
- Driving and Flight Schools
- Gyms/Health Clubs
- Libraries
- Museums
- Retail
- Offices
- Places of Worship
- Lodging (common areas)
- Golf
- Movie theaters (no more than 50 people per theater)

Restaurants and Event Venues Protocols Updates: The following updates will be made to restaurant and event venue protocols with regard to face coverings, seating, and performances

Wear masks at all times except when eating and drinking
Seat no more than six per table and encourage customers to only dine with same household
Put a 90-minute time limit on tables
Prohibit all musical performances at restaurants
Close food court seating

Workplaces and Fitness Centers Protocols Updates: The following updates will be made to the Office Spaces and Fitness Centers protocols with regard to face coverings

Require mask wearing in offices when not in your own workspace and alone
Require mask wearing at all times in gyms
Encourage teleworking

All updates to sector specific guidance can be found on www.mass.gov/reopening

NOTICE: Effective December 7, 2020, the Town of Barnstable must revert to step 1 of phase 3 of the Commonwealth’s reopening plan, as outlined in COVID-19 order 56. The order specifies that a community must revert to step 1 of phase 3 if it is designated in the “red” category for three consecutive Department of Public Health weekly reports.

The following types of businesses are prohibited from operating during step 1 of phase 3: indoor theaters and performance venues, roller skating rinks, trampoline parks, obstacle courses, laser tag and escape rooms.

The following types of businesses must reduce capacity to 40% (currently 50%) when operating during step 1 of phase 3: driving/flight schools, gyms, libraries, museums, arcades, and lower contact indoor and outdoor recreation businesses.

During step 1, outdoor gatherings at event venues and in public settings are limited to 50 people.

During step 1, outdoor theater and performance venues may operate at 25% capacity, but no more than 50 people.

Here is a link that outlines the differences between step 1 and step 2. This document is available in other languages. Information on sector-specific protocols can be found at mass.gov/reopening-protocols.

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TDI Small Business Relief & Recovery Grant Program

Hyannis Main Street Barriers Will Be Removed Nov. 17th

Hyannis Main Street Barriers will be removed November 17th. Last day of business for the extended outdoor space they provided will be November 15th.

UPDATE: JUNE 29, 2020

Hyannis Main Street Temporary Pedestrian and Outdoor Business Space FAQ’s and licensing information

UPDATE: JUNE 8, 2020

Temporary Outdoor Business Guidelines & Application

Governor Baker announced over the weekend that Phase 2 Step 1 begins today.
Lodging, Outdoor Dining, Retail and Galleries, Child Care, Day Camps and Youth Sports can reopen Monday, June 8th. Before reopening, businesses must:
.• Meet all safety standards
• Create a Covid-19 Control Plan
• Complete a self-certification
Additionally, the following elective, non-urgent medical care is allowed beginning Monday: Routine office visits; Dental visits; Vision care; In-person behavioral health treatment. All protocols and resources can be found at mass.gov/reopening