Shellfish committee reviews outfall pipe, moorings plan
Falmouth Shellfish Advisory Committee discussed propagation activities, moorings, and outfall status. The Shellfish Revolving Account holds $57,009.89; propagation funds total $5,099.31.
Shellfish Advisory Committee · Meeting of June 9, 2026
Falmouth Shellfish Advisory Committee discussed propagation activities, moorings, and outfall status. The Shellfish Revolving Account holds $57,009.89; propagation funds total $5,099.31. The Chapoquoit Yacht Club's moorings proposal advanced with new locations identified, though Vice-Chairman Robert O.
Sargent, Sr. raised concerns about interference with shellfishing operations. A public meeting on the outfall pipe is scheduled July 13 with a 30-day comment period, and Chairman Peter Chase plans to meet with the Department of Marine Fisheries about approval implications.
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Source: the Shellfish Advisory Committee meeting of June 9, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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