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April 9, 2025
46 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Mark Mathison, Mefford Runyon, Kevin Galligan, Andrea Reed, Michael Herman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Orleans Manager's Union, United Steelworker's Local Union 13507 Unit 2,United Steelworker's Local Union...
To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Orleans Manager's Union, United Steelworker's Local Union 13507 Unit 2,United Steelworker's Local Union 13507 Unite #10, Orleans Police Officers Federation, Orleans Permanent Firefighter's Association and to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non- union personnel, or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel and the chair declare if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Orleans Manager's Union, United Steelworker's Local Union 13507 Unit 2,United Steelworker's Local Union 13507 Unite #10, Orleans Police Officers Federation, Orleans Permanent Firefighter's Association and to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non- union personnel, or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel and the chair declare if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. Vote was by roll call with Mr. Runyon, Mr. Galligan, Mr. Herman, Ms. Reed, and Mr. Mathison each voting Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
The Select Board authorize the Town Manager to execute on our behalf the following agreements: the Town of Orleans and the Orleans Manager's Union, the Town of Orleans and Orleans Steelworker's...
The Select Board authorize the Town Manager to execute on our behalf the following agreements: the Town of Orleans and the Orleans Manager's Union, the Town of Orleans and Orleans Steelworker's local 13507-02 (the public works unit), the Town and the Orleans Steelworker's local 13507-10 (referred to as the clerical unit, and the Town and the Orleans Steelworker's local 13507-02 and 13507-10
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved the Select Board authorize the Town Manager to execute on our behalf the following agreements: the Town of Orleans and the Orleans Manager's Union, the Town of Orleans and Orleans Steelworker's local 13507-02 (the public works unit), the Town and the Orleans Steelworker's local 13507-10 (referred to as the clerical unit, and the Town and the Orleans Steelworker's local 13507-02 and 13507-10. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Reed)
Vote to approve the 3 %% COLA for non-union employees for FY26
To vote to approve the 3 %% COLA for non-union employees for FY26
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to vote to approve the 3 %% COLA for non-union employees for FY26. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Convene as Park Commissioners to vote on the 2025-2028 Nauset Beach Agreement
To convene as Park Commissioners to vote on the 2025-2028 Nauset Beach Agreement
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to convene as Park Commissioners to vote on the 2025-2028 Nauset Beach Agreement. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Approve the Agreement with Chatham for a term of three years from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028
To approve the Agreement with Chatham for a term of three years from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to approve the Agreement with Chatham for a term of three years from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Leave the meeting of Parks Commissioners and reconvene as Select Board
To leave the meeting of Parks Commissioners and reconvene as Select Board
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to leave the meeting of Parks Commissioners and reconvene as Select Board. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Approve the lease agreement extension to expand the land area to create a building for the storage and protection of CG36500
To approve the lease agreement extension to expand the land area to create a building for the storage and protection of CG36500
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to approve the lease agreement extension to expand the land area to create a building for the storage and protection of CG36500. Seconded by Ms. Reed. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Authorize the Town Manager to execute the proposed Agreement with the Orleans' Chamber of Commerce including the updated reporting, funding, and disbursement schedules, and maintain and expand...
To authorize the Town Manager to execute the proposed Agreement with the Orleans' Chamber of Commerce including the updated reporting, funding, and disbursement schedules, and maintain and expand essential services benefiting the Town's economy, the business community, and the visitor experience
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to authorize the Town Manager to execute the proposed Agreement with the Orleans' Chamber of Commerce including the updated reporting, funding, and disbursement schedules, and maintain and expand essential services benefiting the Town's economy, the business community, and the visitor experience. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Herman)
Accept the FY26 budget at a total of $64,069,780
To accept the FY26 budget at a total of $64,069,780
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to accept the FY26 budget at a total of $64,069,780. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Herman)
Eliminate the filing fees ($50 for businesses and $25 for non-profits) for Special One Day Liquor License Applications recognizing it is a barrier to events and recognizing that the license fee...
To eliminate the filing fees ($50 for businesses and $25 for non-profits) for Special One Day Liquor License Applications recognizing it is a barrier to events and recognizing that the license fee still exists
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to eliminate the filing fees ($50 for businesses and $25 for non-profits) for Special One Day Liquor License Applications recognizing it is a barrier to events and recognizing that the license fee still exists. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Reed)
File the 2025 Seasonal Population Increases Estimation form for the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission as printed in the packet
To file the 2025 Seasonal Population Increases Estimation form for the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission as printed in the packet
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to file the 2025 Seasonal Population Increases Estimation form for the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission as printed in the packet. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Approve Special One Day licenses for the Cherry Blossom market on May 10, 2025, and the Outermost Festival market on October 10, 2025, from 11am to 7pm for both events
To approve Special One Day licenses for the Cherry Blossom market on May 10, 2025, and the Outermost Festival market on October 10, 2025, from 11am to 7pm for both events
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to approve Special One Day licenses for the Cherry Blossom market on May 10, 2025, and the Outermost Festival market on October 10, 2025, from 11am to 7pm for both events. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Approve the application for Outdoor Entertainment licenses for the Orleans Chamber of Commerce for the Cherry Blossom market on May 10, 2025, between noon and 4pm and the Outermost Festival market...
To approve the application for Outdoor Entertainment licenses for the Orleans Chamber of Commerce for the Cherry Blossom market on May 10, 2025, between noon and 4pm and the Outermost Festival market on October 10, 2025, between 3pm and 7pm
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to approve the application for Outdoor Entertainment licenses for the Orleans Chamber of Commerce for the Cherry Blossom market on May 10, 2025, between noon and 4pm and the Outermost Festival market on October 10, 2025, between 3pm and 7pm. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Approve the One Day liquor license for the Left Bank Gallery on 8 Cove Rd from 3pm to 8pm
To approve the One Day liquor license for the Left Bank Gallery on 8 Cove Rd from 3pm to 8pm
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to approve the One Day liquor license for the Left Bank Gallery on 8 Cove Rd from 3pm to 8pm. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Place and support Articles 1 through 11
To place and support Articles 1 through 11
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and support Articles 1 through 11. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Recommend Article 12: Fund the design of the firehouse in the town Warrant
To recommend Article 12: Fund the design of the firehouse in the town Warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to recommend Article 12: Fund the design of the firehouse in the town Warrant. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place and support the operating budget for $56,910,947 of FY2026
To place and support the operating budget for $56,910,947 of FY2026
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to place and support the operating budget for $56,910,947 of FY2026. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Place and recommend Article 15: Beaches Enterprise Fund Budget at $2,796,455
To place and recommend Article 15: Beaches Enterprise Fund Budget at $2,796,455
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 15: Beaches Enterprise Fund Budget at $2,796,455. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Place and recommend Article 16: Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget for FY26 at $4,252,340
To place and recommend Article 16: Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget for FY26 at $4,252,340
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 16: Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget for FY26 at $4,252,340. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Place and recommend Article 17: Transfer Station Enterprise Fund Budget at $1,374,435
To place and recommend Article 17: Transfer Station Enterprise Fund Budget at $1,374,435
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 17: Transfer Station Enterprise Fund Budget at $1,374,435. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Place and recommend Article 18: Adopt Capital Improvement Plan FY27-31
To place and recommend Article 18: Adopt Capital Improvement Plan FY27-31
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 18: Adopt Capital Improvement Plan FY27-31. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Place and recommend Article 19: Adopt Capital Improvement Plan FY26 Capital Budget
To place and recommend Article 19: Adopt Capital Improvement Plan FY26 Capital Budget
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place and recommend Article 19: Adopt Capital Improvement Plan FY26 Capital Budget. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Herman)
Place and recommend Article 20: Solar Development for $5million
To place and recommend Article 20: Solar Development for $5million
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 20: Solar Development for $5million. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Place and recommend Article 21: Town Cove Bulkhead Replacement at $1.6 million
To place and recommend Article 21: Town Cove Bulkhead Replacement at $1.6 million
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 21: Town Cove Bulkhead Replacement at $1.6 million. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Support Article 22: the Community Preservation Budget at $1,461,430
To support Article 22: the Community Preservation Budget at $1,461,430
From the minutes
“Mr. Runyon moved to support Article 22: the Community Preservation Budget at $1,461,430. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Reed)
Support Phase III Lakes and Ponds Sewer Area Construction for $40,500,000, Article 23, with language to accommodate the acquisition of easements
To support Phase III Lakes and Ponds Sewer Area Construction for $40,500,000, Article 23, with language to accommodate the acquisition of easements
Yes: Galligan, Herman, Mathison, RunyonAbstained: Reed
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to support Phase III Lakes and Ponds Sewer Area Construction for $40,500,000, Article 23, with language to accommodate the acquisition of easements. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. Ms. Reed abstained from voting. Mr. Runyon, Mr. Galligan, Mr. Herman, and Mr. Mathison voted Aye. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 4-0-1..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Support Article 24: CWRMP Connection Engineering Services to Phase II
To support Article 24: CWRMP Connection Engineering Services to Phase II
Kevin Galligan stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to support Article 24: CWRMP Connection Engineering Services to Phase II. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. Mr. Galligan recused himself. Mr. Runyon, Mr. Herman, Ms. Reed, and Mr. Mathison voted Aye. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 4-0-1..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Place and recommend Article 25: Fund Underwater Quality Testing at $122,500
To place and recommend Article 25: Fund Underwater Quality Testing at $122,500
The minutes say 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Mark Mathison, Mefford Runyon, Andrea Reed and Michael Herman). Showing the count only. Kevin Galligan stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 25: Fund Underwater Quality Testing at $122,500. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Place and support Mill Pond Nitrogen Management Evaluation for $125,000 to be funded from the Wastewater Stabilization Fund
To place and support Mill Pond Nitrogen Management Evaluation for $125,000 to be funded from the Wastewater Stabilization Fund
Yes: Galligan, Herman, Reed, RunyonAbstained: Mathison
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place and support Mill Pond Nitrogen Management Evaluation for $125,000 to be funded from the Wastewater Stabilization Fund. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. Mr. Galligan, Mr. Runyon, Mr. Herman, and Ms. Reed voted Aye. Mr. Mathison abstained. Motion carried: 4-0-1..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Runyon)
Place and recommend Article 27: Orleans Retail Cannabis Service
To place and recommend Article 27: Orleans Retail Cannabis Service
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 27: Orleans Retail Cannabis Service. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Place and recommend Article 28: Amend the General Bylaw section 104, Affordable Housing Trust Definition to 120% AMI
To place and recommend Article 28: Amend the General Bylaw section 104, Affordable Housing Trust Definition to 120% AMI
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 28: Amend the General Bylaw section 104, Affordable Housing Trust Definition to 120% AMI. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Place and recommend Article 29: Amend the Demolition Bylaw for Historic Structures
To place and recommend Article 29: Amend the Demolition Bylaw for Historic Structures
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 29: Amend the Demolition Bylaw for Historic Structures. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Place and recommend Article 30: Amend the General Bylaw, Chapter 30, Personnel
To place and recommend Article 30: Amend the General Bylaw, Chapter 30, Personnel
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 30: Amend the General Bylaw, Chapter 30, Personnel. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Place and recommend Article 31: Accept the MGL, Chapter 59, Section Cl.221- Property, Exemptions - Increase Disabled Veteran Exemptions
To place and recommend Article 31: Accept the MGL, Chapter 59, Section Cl.221- Property, Exemptions - Increase Disabled Veteran Exemptions
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place and recommend Article 31: Accept the MGL, Chapter 59, Section Cl.221- Property, Exemptions - Increase Disabled Veteran Exemptions. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Place and recommend Article 32: Acceptance of the MGL: Seasonal Community Designation
To place and recommend Article 32: Acceptance of the MGL: Seasonal Community Designation
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to place and recommend Article 32: Acceptance of the MGL: Seasonal Community Designation. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Herman)
Support Article 33: Establishment of the NRSD SPED Stabilization Fund
To support Article 33: Establishment of the NRSD SPED Stabilization Fund
From the minutes
“Mr. Runyon moved to support Article 33: Establishment of the NRSD SPED Stabilization Fund. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Reed)
The Select Board support Article 34: Grant Eversource Easement for 10 Old Colony Way
The Select Board support Article 34: Grant Eversource Easement for 10 Old Colony Way
From the minutes
“Mr. Runyon moved the Select Board support Article 34: Grant Eversource Easement for 10 Old Colony Way. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Herman)
Place question one of the debt exclusion questions on the ballot
To place question one of the debt exclusion questions on the ballot
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to place question one of the debt exclusion questions on the ballot. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Place question two on the ballot
To place question two on the ballot
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place question two on the ballot. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Runyon)
Place question three and four on the ballot
To place question three and four on the ballot
From the minutes
“Mr. Herman moved to place question three and four on the ballot. Ms. Reed seconded the motion All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Herman, second: Reed)
Place question five on the ballot
To place question five on the ballot
Kevin Galligan stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to place question five on the ballot. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. Mr. Galligan recused himself. Mr. Runyon, Mr. Herman, Ms. Reed, and Mr. Mathison voted Aye. Motion carried: 4- 0-1..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Place question six on the ballot for $989,627 contingent on final review and writing by Town Counsel and Town Manager
To place question six on the ballot for $989,627 contingent on final review and writing by Town Counsel and Town Manager
The minutes say 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Mark Mathison, Mefford Runyon, Andrea Reed and Michael Herman). Showing the count only. Kevin Galligan stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to place question six on the ballot for $989,627 contingent on final review and writing by Town Counsel and Town Manager. Mr. Runyon second the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Place question seven on the ballot
To place question seven on the ballot
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to place question seven on the ballot. Mr. Herman moved to second the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Set polling hours for Annual Town Election on May 20, 2025, from 9am to 7pm
To set polling hours for Annual Town Election on May 20, 2025, from 9am to 7pm
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to set polling hours for Annual Town Election on May 20, 2025, from 9am to 7pm. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Sign the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting on May 12, 2025, and the warrant for the Annual Town Election on May 20, 2025
To sign the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting on May 12, 2025, and the warrant for the Annual Town Election on May 20, 2025
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to sign the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting on May 12, 2025, and the warrant for the Annual Town Election on May 20, 2025. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Adjourn at 8:04pm
To adjourn at 8:04pm
From the minutes
“Ms. Reed moved to adjourn at 8:04pm. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
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