MassVoter.com← Orleans Select BoardOrleans Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
August 20, 2025
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Kevin Galligan, Mefford Runyon, Mark Mathison, Michael Herman, Andrea Reed
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Make a conditional offer of employment to Darrin Tangeman to serve as Orleans Finance Director, pending successful background check and contract negotiations
To make a conditional offer of employment to Darrin Tangeman to serve as Orleans Finance Director, pending successful background check and contract negotiations
From the minutes
“Ms. Shaw Reed moved to make a conditional offer of employment to Darrin Tangeman to serve as Orleans Finance Director, pending successful background check and contract negotiations. Mr. Runyon seconded. All voted AYE..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
The Select Board approve the order of taking for Phase 3 sewer easements associated with the construction maintenance and wastewater infrastructure
That the Select Board approve the order of taking for Phase 3 sewer easements associated with the construction maintenance and wastewater infrastructure
From the minutes
“Mr. Runyon moved that the Select Board approve the order of taking for Phase 3 sewer easements associated with the construction maintenance and wastewater infrastructure. Seconded by Mr. Herman. All voted AYE. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Herman)
Approve the Order of Taking and related agreement for easements associated with , construction of Pump Station #5 at 101-105 Finlay Road, and to instruct Town Counsel not to record the Order of...
To approve the Order of Taking and related agreement for easements associated with , construction of Pump Station #5 at 101-105 Finlay Road, and to instruct Town Counsel not to record the Order of Taking until the agreement is executed or further direction is provided by the Board
From the minutes
“Mr. Runyon moved to approve the Order of Taking and related agreement for easements associated with , construction of Pump Station #5 at 101-105 Finlay Road, and to instruct Town Counsel not to record the Order of Taking until the agreement is executed or further direction is provided by the Board. Seconded by Mr. Herman. All voted AYE. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Herman)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Ms. Shaw Reed moved to close the Public Hearing. Mr. Herman seconded. All voted AYE. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Approve the Verizon petition no. 4A0TC2G with site plan no. 202503 dated March 10, 2025, subject to the conditions in the packet and an additional condition that the existing pole be removed...
To approve the Verizon petition no. 4A0TC2G with site plan no. 202503 dated March 10, 2025, subject to the conditions in the packet and an additional condition that the existing pole be removed within the work period
From the minutes
“Ms. Shaw Reed moved to approve the Verizon petition no. 4A0TC2G with site plan no. 202503 dated March 10, 2025, subject to the conditions in the packet and an additional condition that the existing pole be removed within the work period. Mr. Herman seconded. Discussion: The Board inquired about the project timeline, and the Verizon representative stated that scheduling would be coordinated with the Department of Public Works. The Board emphasized the importance of timely completion, including removal of existing infrastructure, and referenced delays in similar projects. The applicant acknowledged these concerns. All voted AYE. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Reed, second: Herman)
Approve the Eversource petition 19650376 with the site plan dated February 24, 2025, subject to the conditions from Water and DPW
To approve the Eversource petition 19650376 with the site plan dated February 24, 2025, subject to the conditions from Water and DPW
From the minutes
“Ms. Shaw Reed moved to approve the Eversource petition 19650376 with the site plan dated February 24, 2025, subject to the conditions from Water and DPW. Mr. Runyon seconded. Discussion: A member expressed appreciation for the project being placed underground. The Board inquired about the schedule, and the Eversource representative stated that work would follow completion of the Verizon project and typically begin within approximately 10 days of approval, subject to coordination. All voted AYE. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Mr. Galligan moved to close the public hearing. Seconded by Ms. Shaw Reed. All voted AYE. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Reed)
Authorize the submission of a letter supporting the seasonal community's designation efforts and referencing the letter from the participating towns
To authorize the submission of a letter supporting the seasonal community's designation efforts and referencing the letter from the participating towns
From the minutes
“Ms. Shaw Reed moved to authorize the submission of a letter supporting the seasonal community's designation efforts and referencing the letter from the participating towns. Mr. Runyon seconded the motion. All voted AYE. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Appoint Charles Ellis (Historical Commission) to the Community Preservation Committee; Mary Wright (Planning Board) to the Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners and Wastewater Management Advisory...
To appoint Charles Ellis (Historical Commission) to the Community Preservation Committee; Mary Wright (Planning Board) to the Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners and Wastewater Management Advisory Committee; Debbie Oakes (Planning Board) to the Economic Development Committee; Francesca Galazzi (Planning Board) to the Community Preservation Committee; and Lynne Eickholt and John Ostman (Planning Board) to the Zoning By-law Task Force, all for one-year terms
From the minutes
“Ms. Shaw Reed moved to appoint Charles Ellis (Historical Commission) to the Community Preservation Committee; Mary Wright (Planning Board) to the Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners and Wastewater Management Advisory Committee; Debbie Oakes (Planning Board) to the Economic Development Committee; Francesca Galazzi (Planning Board) to the Community Preservation Committee; and Lynne Eickholt and John Ostman (Planning Board) to the Zoning By-law Task Force, all for one-year terms. Mr. Runyon seconded. All voted AYE. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Accept and approve the minutes of March, 11, 2025, March 12, 2025, with edits including adding the name Bonnie Runyon to the Chair of the OCD and March 19, 2025, with edits including the correct...
To accept and approve the minutes of March, 11, 2025, March 12, 2025, with edits including adding the name Bonnie Runyon to the Chair of the OCD and March 19, 2025, with edits including the correct spelling of Amaru's name
From the minutes
“Mr. Runyon moved to accept and approve the minutes of March, 11, 2025, March 12, 2025, with edits including adding the name Bonnie Runyon to the Chair of the OCD and March 19, 2025, with edits including the correct spelling of Amaru's name. Ms. Shaw Reed seconded. All voted AYE..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Reed)
Enter into Executive Session at 6:52 p.m. pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(2), to conduct strategy sessions and contract negotiations with non-union personnel, specifically the Finance Director,...
To enter into Executive Session at 6:52 p.m. pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(2), to conduct strategy sessions and contract negotiations with non-union personnel, specifically the Finance Director, and to return to open session for the purpose of adjournment
From the minutes
“Ms. Shaw Reed moved to enter into Executive Session at 6:52 p.m. pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(2), to conduct strategy sessions and contract negotiations with non-union personnel, specifically the Finance Director, and to return to open session for the purpose of adjournment. Mr. Runyon seconded. Roll call vote: Mr. Galligan - AYE; Ms. Shaw Reed - AYE; Mr. Herman - AYE; Mr. Runyon - AYE; Mr. Mathison - AYE..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
Adjourn at 7:36 p.m
To adjourn at 7:36 p.m
From the minutes
“Ms. Shaw Reed moved to adjourn at 7:36 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Runyon. All voted AYE. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Reed, second: Runyon)
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