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March 8, 2023
40 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Andrea Reed, Michael Herman, Mefford Runyon, Kevin Galligan
Absent: Mark Mathison
Every vote, in order
Allow the renewal of the licensing of a .37 acre shellfish grant license #1NT (non-traditional) to Daniel Ward of North Falmouth, MA per the agreement signed by the Town of Orleans on January 1,...
To allow the renewal of the licensing of a .37 acre shellfish grant license #1NT (non-traditional) to Daniel Ward of North Falmouth, MA per the agreement signed by the Town of Orleans on January 1, 2019 with said license to expire on February 1, 2024. This license does not grant any property rights. It does not authorize any injury to private property or invasion of private rights
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to allow the renewal of the licensing of a .37 acre shellfish grant license #1NT (non-traditional) to Daniel Ward of North Falmouth, MA per the agreement signed by the Town of Orleans on January 1, 2019 with said license to expire on February 1, 2024. This license does not grant any property rights. It does not authorize any injury to private property or invasion of private rights. Mr. Galligan seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Galligan)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to close the public hearing. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. The motion passed..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Accept the resignation of Emily Van Geizen as a regular member of the ZBA with thanks for her service
To accept the resignation of Emily Van Geizen as a regular member of the ZBA with thanks for her service
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to accept the resignation of Emily Van Geizen as a regular member of the ZBA with thanks for her service. Mr. Galligan seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4- 0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Galligan)
Elevate Sibel Asantugrul to regular member of the ZBA with a term ending June 30, 2023
To elevate Sibel Asantugrul to regular member of the ZBA with a term ending June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to elevate Sibel Asantugrul to regular member of the ZBA with a term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Accept the resignation of John Harter from the Historic Commission
To accept the resignation of John Harter from the Historic Commission
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to accept the resignation of John Harter from the Historic Commission. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Elevate Ed Marcarelli to reguiar member of the Historic Commission with a term ending June 30, 2023
To elevate Ed Marcarelli to reguiar member of the Historic Commission with a term ending June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to elevate Ed Marcarelli to reguiar member of the Historic Commission with a term ending June 30, 2023. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0- 0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Appoint Francis Mustaro as associate member of the Historic Commission with a term ending June 30, 2024
To appoint Francis Mustaro as associate member of the Historic Commission with a term ending June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to appoint Francis Mustaro as associate member of the Historic Commission with a term ending June 30, 2024. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Appoint Francis Mustaro as a member of the Human Services Advisory Committee with a term ending June 30, 2025
To appoint Francis Mustaro as a member of the Human Services Advisory Committee with a term ending June 30, 2025
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to appoint Francis Mustaro as a member of the Human Services Advisory Committee with a term ending June 30, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Runyon. All voted in favor of the motion. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Set polling hours for the Annual Town Election on May 16th to 9:00am - 7:00pm
To set polling hours for the Annual Town Election on May 16th to 9:00am - 7:00pm
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to set polling hours for the Annual Town Election on May 16th to 9:00am - 7:00pm. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor of the motion. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Reappoint Patricia Perry as registrar for a 3 year term beginning April 1, 2023 and ending March 1, 2026
To reappoint Patricia Perry as registrar for a 3 year term beginning April 1, 2023 and ending March 1, 2026
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to reappoint Patricia Perry as registrar for a 3 year term beginning April 1, 2023 and ending March 1, 2026. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted in favor of the motion. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Herman)
Appoint Austin Higgins as an associate member of the ZBA with a term ending June 30, 2026
To appoint Austin Higgins as an associate member of the ZBA with a term ending June 30, 2026
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to appoint Austin Higgins as an associate member of the ZBA with a term ending June 30, 2026. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Place articles 1-7 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 1-7 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 1-7 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place articles 8-12 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 8-12 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 8-12 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article 13 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article 13 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. : Runyon seconded the
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article 13 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. : Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan)
Place article 14 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article 14 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Select Board Minutes, March 8, 2023 Runyon seconded the
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article 14 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Select Board Minutes, March 8, 2023 Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan)
Place article for the CPA funding budget for FY24 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article for the CPA funding budget for FY24 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article for the CPA funding budget for FY24 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place articles 35-39 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 35-39 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 35-39 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place articles 40-43 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 40-43 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 40-43 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article 44 to fund a new ambulance on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article 44 to fund a new ambulance on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article 44 to fund a new ambulance on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place articles 47-49 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 47-49 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 47-49 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place articles 58-61 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 58-61 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 58-61 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place articles 65 and 66 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 65 and 66 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 65 and 66 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article about Phase Iii of the CWMP (listed as 16) on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article about Phase Iii of the CWMP (listed as 16) on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article about Phase Iii of the CWMP (listed as 16) on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place an article (listed as 17) for additional funding for close out costs or change orders for Downtown Area Sewer Phase | on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place an article (listed as 17) for additional funding for close out costs or change orders for Downtown Area Sewer Phase | on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place an article (listed as 17) for additional funding for close out costs or change orders for Downtown Area Sewer Phase | on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article 18 regarding Phase II of CWMP additional funds on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article 18 regarding Phase II of CWMP additional funds on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article 18 regarding Phase II of CWMP additional funds on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article 19 for Rock Harbor dredging on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article 19 for Rock Harbor dredging on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article 19 for Rock Harbor dredging on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article 20 for the costs of the tanks at Rock Harbor on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article 20 for the costs of the tanks at Rock Harbor on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article 20 for the costs of the tanks at Rock Harbor on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article 21 regarding the costs of project concept/preliminary designs for cottages on a flood plain near Skaket on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article 21 regarding the costs of project concept/preliminary designs for cottages on a flood plain near Skaket on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article 21 regarding the costs of project concept/preliminary designs for cottages on a flood plain near Skaket on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article for a Fire Department arial ladder on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article for a Fire Department arial ladder on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article for a Fire Department arial ladder on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0, Select Board Minutes, March 8, 2023.” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place an article regarding the Veteran's Park project on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place an article regarding the Veteran's Park project on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place an article regarding the Veteran's Park project on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: i | 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place articles 29-32 regarding water quality on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 29-32 regarding water quality on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 29-32 regarding water quality on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place articles 33 and 34 regarding the Water Department on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 33 and 34 regarding the Water Department on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 33 and 34 regarding the Water Department on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article 57 regarding the treasurer/tax collector on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article 57 regarding the treasurer/tax collector on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article 57 regarding the treasurer/tax collector on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place article 64 to allow the Affordable Housing Trust Board to provide services for those earning up to 200% AMI on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place article 64 to allow the Affordable Housing Trust Board to provide services for those earning up to 200% AMI on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place article 64 to allow the Affordable Housing Trust Board to provide services for those earning up to 200% AMI on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place articles 67, 68 and 69 regarding zoning for affordable housing on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
To place articles 67, 68 and 69 regarding zoning for affordable housing on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place articles 67, 68 and 69 regarding zoning for affordable housing on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in May. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Reassign the $20,000 for the Bike, Pedestrian & Traffic Committee to a special i article for the Town Meeting
To reassign the $20,000 for the Bike, Pedestrian & Traffic Committee to a special i article for the Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Mr. Runyon moved to reassign the $20,000 for the Bike, Pedestrian & Traffic Committee to a special i article for the Town Meeting. Mr. Galligan seconded the motion. All voted in favor. The motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Galligan)
Approve 5 items bellow the yellow line on the draft budget including the Treasure/Collector's costs relating to the use credit cards, the increase of clerical hours for the Town, Lg and three line...
To approve 5 items bellow the yellow line on the draft budget including the Treasure/Collector's costs relating to the use credit cards, the increase of clerical hours for the Town, Lg and three line items for the COA relating to staff hours, benefits, and positions
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to approve 5 items bellow the yellow line on the draft budget including the Treasure/Collector's costs relating to the use credit cards, the increase of clerical hours for the Town, Lg and three line items for the COA relating to staff hours, benefits, and positions. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. The motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
The Windmill information guide be removed from the wish list and handled a different way
The Windmill information guide be removed from the wish list and handled a different way
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved the Windmill information guide be removed from the wish list and handled a different way. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor. The motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Zero out the residential overhead exhibition implementation costs
To zero out the residential overhead exhibition implementation costs
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to zero out the residential overhead exhibition implementation costs. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted in favor of the motion. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to adjourn. Mr. Herman seconded. All voted in favor of adjournment. Motion passed: 4-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Herman)
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