How FOSS Started

 Friends of Seacoast Shores (FOSS) began in 2015 as an informal gathering of neighbors, first meeting in the kitchen of longtime resident Ed Moritz. The group originally came together in response to policies implemented by the Seacoast Shores Association, Inc. (SSAI), including a “beach police” program at Bayside Beach that denied children access to the neighborhood beach. The Town of Falmouth ultimately issued a cease-and-desist order against these activities. (See, 2015 CapeNews article) [1] In addition, SSAI adopted practices such as submitting invoices for past due association fees: interfering with home sales and refinancing, and creating improper property designations affecting owners’ rights.

FOSS membership is broad and diverse. It includes residents who volunteered and generously contributed financially to SSAI for years, families with multi-generational ties to the community, and homeowners who purchased clubhouse “investment shares” in the belief they were supporting improvements and access for the entire neighborhood. Growing concerns, including SSAI’s threatened sale of Bayside Beach in 2014, the beach police program, efforts to impose perpetual liens on property, and interference with homeowners’ financing and sales transactions, collectively strengthened support for FOSS.

For the past decade, FOSS members have worked to protect the legal rights and shared interests of Seacoast Shores homeowners while promoting transparency, fairness, and a vision of community rooted in mutual respect. In October 2023, the group formally incorporated as Friends of Seacoast Shores, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocacy, education, access and a sustainable community.

[1] See, https://www.capenews.net/falmouth/news/beach-management-a-concern-for-seacoast-shores-residents/article_7234d61f-ad3c-5501-80af-44bb817bbcef.html; and https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/news/2014/08/24/troubled-waters-at-seacoast-shores/36109828007/ 

Meet Ed

Known fondly as Eddie, he is a tireless advocate for family, neighbors, and the greater Seacoast community. Raised in the Boston area, Ed graduated from Boston Latin School and earned his B.A. in Zoology with a minor in Education from the University of New Hampshire. Ed established Moritz Contractor Inc. in 1988. 

Ed and his wife Donna have built a loving family, and are proud parents to daughters Liz and Cate, and grateful grandparents to Nick, Tory, Parker, and Tanner. Ed and his family have called Atwater Drive home since 1988, cherishing the bonds forged with neighbors over the decades. Donna, alongside neighborhood friends, ran the beloved kiddie bingo for four years, ensuring every child felt included through donated prizes and treats.

Ed has been a tireless voice advocating for fair treatment of neighbors and supporting local causes, always putting people first. Whether working to improve our community or spending time with his grandchildren, Ed represents the heart and spirit of the Seacoast – warm, relatable, and deeply invested in making our community a better place for everyone. 

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Meet Dick

 Dick grew up in Bourne, graduated from Bourne High School and attended Cape Cod Community College. He is a proud father and grandfather and has lived in Falmouth for many years, where his daughter attended Falmouth Academy. Dick and Pam have called Seacoast Shores home since 2003 and enjoy being part of the neighborhood’s vibrant and welcoming community.

For many years, Dick owned and operated The Parrot Bar and Grill in Cataumet, a local gathering place cherished by both residents and visitors. Dick also worked in real estate for many years, including during the mortgage meltdown in 1988. Dick currently operates a local window cleaning business which gives him the opportunity to interact with people from all economic backgrounds. 

Alongside his professional accomplishments, Dick has demonstrated a strong commitment to community service, affordable housing, and advocacy. He served for many years on the Board of the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA), a Boston-based non-profit dedicated to expanding homeownership opportunities and community empowerment.

Dick brings this same dedication to our community. He values the natural beauty of the Shores, and believes in strengthening the sense of community that makes Seacoast Shores such a special place to live. 

Meet Bob

Bob brings decades of dedicated leadership and service to the board, with a profound commitment to supporting families and strengthening community bonds. A proud Navy veteran, Bob’s values are rooted in his belief that the heart of any organization lies in the strength of its families and their commitment to creating lasting, positive change. 

Throughout his extensive career across the military, private sector (as a computer engineer and program manager), and nonprofit world, Bob has always championed initiatives that uplift families and foster community engagement. Whether it’s leading charitable events, founding scholarship programs in memory of loved ones, or supporting Masonic and church missions, Bob’s focus remains on providing opportunities for families to thrive together.

Bob’s service extends beyond professional accomplishments: he is a loving father and grandfather and has organized annual family fundraising events, including golf tournaments and community dinners, reminding us that community service is enriched when families unite for a common cause. As a board member, Bob embodies our mission to nurture a vibrant, inclusive seaside community by promoting the protection of rights, intergenerational connection, stewardship, and collaborative growth.

Meet Carl

 Carl is a Bowdoin College graduate who began his career as a high school history teacher in Lewiston, Maine, and was head swimming coach at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). His energy and leadership continued at Clark University, where he served as head coach for swimming and track, as well as assistant athletic director.

Carl also developed recreation and leisure programming for Massachusetts’ pilot second-offender DUI initiative, supporting the rehabilitation and engagement of at-risk populations through creative community solutions. He then contributed as an inpatient psychiatric counselor at Cooley Dickinson Hospital, helping individuals recover and thrive.

Carl’s legacy includes two decades as proprietor of Sherman Alden Antiques, advocating for preservation, local business vitality, and cultural enrichment—values central to the Friends of Seacoast Shores.

Carl’s diverse background reflects a lifelong commitment to education, community wellness, and innovative program development, aligning closely with the Friends of Seacoast Shores mission to foster our vibrant, inclusive community and our goals of fostering community engagement, resilience, and sustainability. 

 Meet Patrick 

Email: poregan8@gmail.com

Patrick is an attorney, educator, entrepreneur, and entrepreneur mentor with over 35 years of legal experience, specializing in real estate, zoning, and land use. Patrick is also former commissioner and past Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of Falmouth Housing Authority, where he supported governance, compliance, and strategic planning efforts to ensure access to safe, affordable housing in Falmouth. Patrick also co-founded and acted as a director of Falmouth Housing Corp. a non-profit local affordable housing developer that owns and manages rental housing for the benefit of Falmouth residents. Patrick also served as president and board member for Stevenson House, a nonprofit senior housing community in Palo Alto, California. At Stevenson House, Patrick oversaw a multi-million dollar seismic renovation to ensure safe housing for low income senior residents. While with Stevenson House, he also negotiated a deal with local non-profit La Comida which provided La Comida with much needed access to a commercial kitchen facility to make meals available for the Stevenson House residents and local seniors. Patrick is also a past president of the Falmouth Rotary Club.

Patrick bought his Seacoast Shores house in 1991 because of the beautiful location and access to water. 

Meet Cecily

Email: Cecily.oregan@gmail.com

Cecily is a proud first-generation college graduate, whose formative years were shaped by her ethnically diverse upbringing in California. Today, she is a seasoned Silicon Valley patent attorney working with startup clients and innovators to help bring new ideas to life and make the world a better place. Alongside her legal practice, Cecily is deeply committed to fostering inclusive communities and supporting those in need, reflecting the welcoming and collaborative spirit of Seacoast Shores.

Beyond championing entrepreneurs, Cecily’s compassion is evident in her pro bono work, including helping to secure asylum for a young girl fleeing gang violence in El Salvador. As a past president of the Palo Alto University Rotary Club, she spearheaded fundraising efforts for the construction of a maternal health clinic for a remote community in El Salvador. Cecily’s dedication to service and fairness aligns closely with the FOSS mission to provide a truly welcoming environment for all families and residents.

Her story is a testament to resilience, cross-cultural understanding, and a commitment to making Seacoast Shores a place where everyone—regardless of background—can thrive and feel at home. 

Meet John

John  Gushue and his wife, Denise, have been Seacoast Shores homeowners since  2005 and full-time residents since 2019. As founding members of Friends  of Seacoast Shores (FOSS), John has also served on the FOSS, Inc.  Board, bringing decades of professional experience to the organization.

With  more than 50 years of work in engineering, land use, environmental  protection, and a 39-year legal career focused on property and  environmental law, John offers invaluable expertise to the FOSS mission.  Throughout his career, he has represented business and property owners  before local, state, and federal agencies as well as in state and  federal courts, handling matters ranging from zoning and easements to  environmental protection and responsible land use. His early role as one  of Massachusetts’ first environmental lawyers reflects his lifelong  commitment to balancing environmental stewardship with fair and  thoughtful property rights.

John  and Denise have long been community-minded participants in Seacoast  Shores life. Their dedication to protecting shared spaces, supporting  responsible development, and ensuring fair treatment of property owners  has been a driving force behind their involvement with FOSS. Both remain  strong advocates for preserving the neighborhood’s natural beauty and  sense of community for generations to come.

Meet Tricia

Tricia has been proud to call Seacoast home since 2002, and she’s  deeply rooted in the community she loves. With a lifelong passion for  food and hospitality, Tricia has worked in every aspect of the  restaurant world—from dishwasher, to server and bartender (her  personal favorite), and later as manager. Her career journey also led  her to the health and wellness field, where she focuses on skin,  nutrition, and overall well-being.

A  true foodie and lover of animals and nature, Tricia brings joy, warmth,  and connection to everything she does. Her dedication to service and  leadership began early, including time with the Cape Cod Coastal Civil  Air Patrol, where she served as Commander of Cadets from 2008–2011,  mentoring young leaders ages 12–17.

For Tricia, life is about balance—work, play, and family—and about kindness above all else. Her goal within Friends of Seacoast is to help foster a fun, positive, and welcoming environment for all  residents and role model for our youth, creating meaningful connections and always lending a hand to  neighbors in need.

Her motto is simple but powerful: Be kind. Always.

 Rocky has been a Seacoast resident since he was a puppy. He loves the access to nature that Seacoast provides. Rocky can be contacted in real time only when you see him walking his human through the neighborhood. 

Cooper has been a Seacoast resident since 2022. Cooper enjoys watching the local wildlife from his royal window.