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February 26, 2025
17 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Mark Mathison, Kevin Galligan, Andrea Reed, Mefford Runyon, Michael Herman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Orleans' Managers Union, United Steelworker's Loal Union 13507 Unit #2, United Steelworker's Local...
To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Orleans' Managers Union, United Steelworker's Loal Union 13507 Unit #2, United Steelworker's Local Union 13507 Unit #10, Orleans Police Officers Federation, and Orleans Permanent Firefighter's Association, and contract negotiations with non-union personnel, if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and bargaining position of the public body, and the chair declares so, and to reconvene in Open Session
The minutes give the result as 5-0, but the roll call reads: Michael Herman yes, Kevin Galligan yes, Mefford Runyon yes, Mark Mathison yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Orleans' Managers Union, United Steelworker's Loal Union 13507 Unit #2, United Steelworker's Local Union 13507 Unit #10, Orleans Police Officers Federation, and Orleans Permanent Firefighter's Association, and contract negotiations with non-union personnel, if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and bargaining position of the public body, and the chair declares so, and to reconvene in Open Session. Mr. Galligan seconded the motion. Vote was by roll call with Ms. Reed. Mr. Herman, Mr. Galligan, Mr. Runyon and Mr. Mathison voting Aye. Motion carried: 5- 0-0.The chair declared a public meeting would have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the body..” (Motion: Herman, second: Galligan)
Support the promotion of Officer Benjamin Dedinas and Officer Brian Beatty to the rank of sergeant as recommended by the Police Chief
To support the promotion of Officer Benjamin Dedinas and Officer Brian Beatty to the rank of sergeant as recommended by the Police Chief
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to support the promotion of Officer Benjamin Dedinas and Officer Brian Beatty to the rank of sergeant as recommended by the Police Chief. Motion seconded by Andrea Reed. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Reed)
Send a letter of support to the MA Police Accreditation Commission
To send a letter of support to the MA Police Accreditation Commission
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to send a letter of support to the MA Police Accreditation Commission. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Appoint Scott Flood, Susan Carlson, and Maria Smith to the Affordable Housing Trust Board with a term ending June 30, 2027
To appoint Scott Flood, Susan Carlson, and Maria Smith to the Affordable Housing Trust Board with a term ending June 30, 2027
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to appoint Scott Flood, Susan Carlson, and Maria Smith to the Affordable Housing Trust Board with a term ending June 30, 2027. Motion seconded by Mr. Herman. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Extend the shell fishing season until April 30, 2025, according per the recommendation of the Marine and Fisheries Committee
To extend the shell fishing season until April 30, 2025, according per the recommendation of the Marine and Fisheries Committee
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to extend the shell fishing season until April 30, 2025, according per the recommendation of the Marine and Fisheries Committee. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Approve the 2025 Senior Tax Work Off Program with the adjustment to include people earning up to 100% AMI
To approve the 2025 Senior Tax Work Off Program with the adjustment to include people earning up to 100% AMI
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to approve the 2025 Senior Tax Work Off Program with the adjustment to include people earning up to 100% AMI. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0- 0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Waive the $100 fee for the Building Department's Annual Safety Inspection of CHO
To waive the $100 fee for the Building Department's Annual Safety Inspection of CHO
From the minutes
“Mr. Runyon moved to waive the $100 fee for the Building Department's Annual Safety Inspection of CHO. Mr. Galligan seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Galligan)
Go into Public Hearing
To go into Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Mr. Runyon moved to go into Public Hearing. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All signaled assent. 5- 0-0..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Herman)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to close the Public Hearing. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Herman)
Allow for 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 March 5, 2024 with said...
To allow for 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 March 5, 2024 with said license to expire on February 1, 2027. 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. Galligan moved to allow for 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 March 5, 2024 with said license to expire on February 1, 2027. This license does not grant any property rights. It does not authorize any injury to private property or invasion of private rights. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Chair Mathison officially opened the Public Hearing
Chair Mathison officially opened the Public Hearing.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Chair Mathison officially opened the Public Hearing. All voted Aye in confirmation..”
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 Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Approve the change of Officers, Directors, Stock Interest and Manager as follows: Basu D. Adhikari would be named as President, 50% Stock Owner and Manager of Record
To approve the change of Officers, Directors, Stock Interest and Manager as follows: Basu D. Adhikari would be named as President, 50% Stock Owner and Manager of Record. Karnteera Karat would be named as Treasurer, Secretary and 50% Stock Owner for the Annual All Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler Liquor license held by Jessica's Homeport Inc. DBA Homeport Restaurant, 7 Brewster Cross Rd, Orleans. The approval is subject to all local and state permits, regulations, laws, and bylaws and in accordance with the Town of Orleans Rules & Regulations of the Liquor Licensing Authority adopted December 21, 1994, last amended on June 10, 2015, and Massachusetts General Law Chapter 138. The change will become final after approval from the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission
The minutes say "Mr. Herman voted to ..." for the motion; Michael Herman is shown as the mover.
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman voted to approve the change of Officers, Directors, Stock Interest and Manager as follows: Basu D. Adhikari would be named as President, 50% Stock Owner and Manager of Record. Karnteera Karat would be named as Treasurer, Secretary and 50% Stock Owner for the Annual All Alcoholic Beverages Common Victualler Liquor license held by Jessica's Homeport Inc. DBA Homeport Restaurant, 7 Brewster Cross Rd, Orleans. The approval is subject to all local and state permits, regulations, laws, and bylaws and in accordance with the Town of Orleans Rules & Regulations of the Liquor Licensing Authority adopted December 21, 1994, last amended on June 10, 2015, and Massachusetts General Law Chapter 138. The change will become final after approval from the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Vote to approve a new Annual Common Victualler License for Jessica's Homeport Inc. dba Homeport Restaurant, 7 Brewster Cross Road, Orleans
To vote to approve a new Annual Common Victualler License for Jessica's Homeport Inc. dba Homeport Restaurant, 7 Brewster Cross Road, Orleans. The hours of operation will be 5:30am-9pm daily. Said license to expire on December 31, 2025, unless soon revoked by the Board
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to vote to approve a new Annual Common Victualler License for Jessica's Homeport Inc. dba Homeport Restaurant, 7 Brewster Cross Road, Orleans. The hours of operation will be 5:30am-9pm daily. Said license to expire on December 31, 2025, unless soon revoked by the Board. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Support withdrawal request by applicant for the Ruggles Road pole application #19686359 dated February 6, 2025
To support withdrawal request by applicant for the Ruggles Road pole application #19686359 dated February 6, 2025
The minutes say "Ms. Reed voted to ..." for the motion; Andrea Reed is shown as the mover.
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed voted to support withdrawal request by applicant for the Ruggles Road pole application #19686359 dated February 6, 2025. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Approve Eversource petition #19686359 with site plan dated February 6, 2025 subject to the conditions: a
To approve Eversource petition #19686359 with site plan dated February 6, 2025 subject to the conditions: a. Maintain 5 foot separation from existing 8 inch water main with handhole HB6 b. Road must be returned to previous or better condition
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to approve Eversource petition #19686359 with site plan dated February 6, 2025 subject to the conditions: a. Maintain 5 foot separation from existing 8 inch water main with handhole HB6 b. Road must be returned to previous or better condition. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to adjourn. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
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