# Town Manager Communications to Town Council 10-15-2026

The Town Manager’s communications update to the Barnstable Town Council on October 14, 2026 covered FY2028 budget planning, revenue policy discussions, and town services. Departments have received instructions for operating and capital budgets. Upcoming discussions include a draft voluntary payment-in-lieu-of-taxes program, town-council-controlled fees, a possible water infrastructure investment fund, and asset management. No related spending votes were reported; the town expects a debt-exclusion vote in spring 2027 on funding the next five years of its wastewater plan.

The Department of Public Works reported that more than $340 million has been appropriated to date for the 30-year Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan. Sewer construction is underway in several areas, and the Phinney’s Lane neighborhood expansion—expected to serve about 550 parcels across 53 roads—is scheduled to begin November 2. The contract was awarded to Robert B. Hour (vendor name as transcribed); no contract value was stated. The update also covered planned sewer projects, construction impacts, and water-quality goals. No procurement-related votes were reported.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 14, 2026

### Sources
- [Town Manager Communications to Town Council 10-15-2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXyVoOV8_r4) - Barnstable Government Access