HomeMy Public PortalAboutAnnual Report 2020ORLEANS
ANNUAL TOWN REPORTS
of the
Select Board,
Town Officers &
Other Special Committees
FOR YEAR
2020
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DEDICATION PAGE ………………..………………...…….…………...………….. …………...………..5
IN MEMORIAM.................................................................................................................................. 6
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT ORLEANS ...................................................................................... 7
ELECTED STATE OFFICIALS .......................................................................................................... 8
ELECTED TOWN OFFICIALS .......................................................................................................... 9
APPOINTED TOWN OFFICIALS ...................................................................................................... 9
DEPARTMENTS & SPECIAL PERSONNEL ................................................................................... 13
SELECT BOARD AND TOWN ADMINISTRATOR .......................................................................... 16
LICENSES AND PERMITS ISSUED BY THE SELECT BOARD ..................................................... 17
FINANCE/BUDGET
TAX COLLECTIONS – FISCAL 2020 .............................................................................................. 18
TOWN OF ORLEANS – PAYROLL 2020 ........................................................................................ 19
NAUSET REGIONAL SCHOOLS SALARIES .................................................................................. 27
DIRECTOR OF MUNICIPAL FINANCE ........................................................................................... 36
SCHEDULE OF RECEIPTS/EXPENDITURES ............................................................................... 37
APPROPRIATION ACTIVITY REPORT .......................................................................................... 40
DEBT SERVICE .............................................................................................................................. 49
TOWN RECORDS
TOWN CLERK ................................................................................................................................ 51
ANNUAL & SPECIAL TOWN MEETING “DOINGS” ........................................................................ 52
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING “DOINGS” ........................................................................................... 75
PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION - "DOINGS" ....................................................................... 99
ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION ......................................................................................................... 104
STATE PRIMARY ELECTION ....................................................................................................... 106
STATE ELECTION - "DOINGS" .................................................................................................... 109
SPECIAL TOWN ELECTION ........................................................................................................ 111
TOWN CLERK REPORTS & STATISTICS ................................................................................... 112
REPORTS OF BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS & TOWN DEPARTMENTS
AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMMITTEE ...................................................................................... 113
AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST BOARD .................................................................................. 114
AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COUNCIL ...................................................................................... 115
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE ................................................................................... 115
BARNSTABLE COUNTY ASSEMBLY OF DELEGATES .............................................................. 116
BOARD OF ASSESSORS ............................................................................................................. 117
BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN COMMITTEE ....................................................................................... 118
BOARD OF HEALTH .................................................................................................................... 119
BUILDING AND FACILITIES DEPARTMENT ............................................................................... 121
BUILDING CODE BOARD OF APPEALS ..................................................................................... 121
BUILDING DEPARTMENT .......................................................................................................... 122
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CABLE TV / MEDIA OPERATIONS .............................................................................................. 123
CAPE COD COMMISSION ........................................................................................................... 123
CAPE COD REGIONAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT ................................................ 127
CAPE COD REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY .......................................................................... 131
CAPE LIGHT COMPACT JPE ....................................................................................................... 131
CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE................................................................................................ 133
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEE ............................................................................. 134
CONSERVATION COMMISSION ................................................................................................. 135
COUNCIL ON AGING ................................................................................................................... 136
CULTURAL COUNCIL .................................................................................................................. 137
CULTURAL DISTRICT .................................................................................................................. 138
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ........................................................................................... 139
DREDGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ............................................................................................. 142
FINANCE COMMITTEE ................................................................................................................ 143
FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT & ........................................................................................ 146
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ..................................................................................................... 146
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION COMMITTEE ....................................................................... 148
HISTORICAL COMMISSION ........................................................................................................ 149
HOUSING AUTHORITY ................................................................................................................ 150
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE ................................................................................................ 151
MARINE AND FRESH WATER QUALITY COMMITTEE .............................................................. 151
MEMORIAL AND VETERANS DAY COMMITTEE ........................................................................ 153
NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT .................................................................................... 153
NAUSET PUBLIC SCHOOLS ....................................................................................................... 156
OLD KING'S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT ......................................................... 157
OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE ......................................................................................................... 158
ORLEANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ............................................................................................ 159
PERSONNEL ADVISORY BOARD ............................................................................................... 164
PLANNING BOARD ...................................................................................................................... 165
PLANNING DEPARTMENT .......................................................................................................... 166
PLEASANT BAY ALLIANCE ......................................................................................................... 166
POLICE DEPARTMENT ............................................................................................................... 167
RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE ..................................................................................... 169
RECREATION DEPARTMENT ..................................................................................................... 170
SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES – ORLEANS .............................................................. 171
SHELLFISH AND WATERWAYS IMPROVEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE ............................. 173
SITE PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE............................................................................................... 174
SNOW LIBRARY ........................................................................................................................... 174
VETERANS’ GRAVES OFFICER .................................................................................................. 176
VETERANS’ SERVICE ................................................................................................................. 176
VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF CAPE COD ....................................................................... 177
WATER DEPARTMENT ................................................................................................................ 178
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS ................................................................................................... 180
COMMITTEE / BOARD DESCRIPTIONS ..................................................................................... 181
CITIZENS INTEREST FORM ........................................................................................................ 185
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This Book is Dedicated
To The Memory of
Gilbert Merritt
April 20, 1942 - July 21, 2020
Gilbert Merritt was born and grew up in North Carolina. While attending the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill he married his wife Elizabeth. Upon Gilbert's graduation with a degree in
chemistry they moved to Cleveland Ohio where he began his 34-year career with Eveready
Battery Company, a job that would take him and his family across the US and around the world.
With two young sons their first stop was Danbury, Connecticut. During their years there the Merritt
family began to vacation on Cape Cod and soon realized they would like to live there eventually.
After Connecticut Gilbert and Elizabeth lived for a time in St. Louis Missouri before eventually
moving to Hong Kong, where Gilbert finished his career with Eveready.
Upon "retiring" to Orleans in 2001, drawing on his love of camping, kayaking and the outdoors,
Gilbert worked for Eastern Mountain Sports in Hyannis for ten years. These interests also drew
Gilbert to volunteer at the Museum of Natural History in Brewster, where he led trail walks and
taught classes. He was introduced to Habitat for Humanity when he first worked on a house in
his neighborhood and continued to be a very active volunteer, working on dozens of new homes.
His interest in affordable housing led him to be a member of the following town committees for a
number of years -- the Orleans Housing Authority, the Affordable Housing Committee and the
Community Preservation Committee. His love of Orleans and it's natural environment led him to
volunteer with the town water sampling program.
He was a very active member of the Church of the Holy Spirit where he was involved with the
building and grounds committee and a member of the Vestry.
Family and friends meant a great deal to him. He and Elizabeth enjoyed traveling with their family
and having those dear to them visit in their beloved Orleans.
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IN MEMORIAM
We celebrate with gratitude the lives of all citizens, employees and volunteers now deceased,
who have given their time and energy to help sustain the Town of Orleans and our Democracy.
David Clarendon - Arts Council, Windmill Restoration Committee
Kenneth Eldredge - Volunteer Fire Dept, Appeals Board
Paul Edwards - Election Worker, Rescue Squad
James Gage - Parks & Beaches
Jan Higgins - ComElectric Building Study Committee
Gregory Horne - Wastewater Management Validation Committee
Ann Lee Howell - Election Worker
Peter Jablon - Zoning Board of Appeals
Richard Jones - Police Sargent
Jean Kuhn - Election Worker
Elizabeth Ladner - Personnel Board
Kenneth A. McKusick - Planning Board, Water and Sewer Commissioners,
Water Advisory Board, Local Comprehensive Planning Committee
B. Gilbert Merritt - Affordable Housing Committee, Housing Authority, Community
Preservation Committee, Marine and Fresh Water Quality Task Force,
Thomas Brewer Nickerson - Selectmen (1979-1982), Bicentennial Committee, Solid
Waste Disposal Committee, Landfill Acquisition Committee
Diane G. Miller - Parks & Beaches employee
Howard Pavlofsky - Police Officer
Anita Peterson - COA Volunteer
Dona Pike - Veterans and Memorial Day Committee
Robert Shady - Patrolman, District Court Officer
Joan Wehrell - Housing Authority
We sincerely apologize if we have inadvertently overlooked anyone.
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INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT ORLEANS
Population Statistics:
Current Population
Year round residents 6,294
Summer population (estimate) 19,000
Voter Statistics:
Democrats 1,522
Republicans 837
Unenrolled 3,097
All others 45
TOTAL 5,495
Town Meeting Quorum: 200 Registered Voters
Annual Town Meeting: Normally the Monday before the second Tuesday in May
(changed this year due to COVID-19)
Annual Town Election: Normally the third Tuesday in May
(changed this year due to COVID-19)
Land and Road Statistics:
Total land area Approximately 13.94 square miles
Miles of State Roads 11 miles
Miles of Town-maintained roads 54 miles
Tax and Assessment Statistics FY19 FY20
Tax rate per thousand dollars of assessment $7.40 $7.56
Total taxable assessed valuations $4,095,725,280 4,209,989,280
Residential property assessments $3,773,552,005 3,880,706,737
Commercial property assessments $253,016,695 256,860,383
Industrial property assessments $8,455,100 8,583,600
Personal property assessments $60,701,480 63,838,560
Exempt property assessments $248,769,700 251,626,700
Levy $30,308,367.07 31,827,518.96
Amount to be Raised $42,098,291.68 42,790,526.69
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ELECTED STATE OFFICIALS
SENATORS IN CONGRESS
Elizabeth Warren (D)
2400 JFK Federal Building
15 New Sudbury Street, Boston, MA 02203
Tel (617) 565-3170
Edward J. Markey (D)
975 JFK Federal Building
15 New Sudbury Street, Boston, MA 02203
Tel (617) 565-8519
REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS – Ninth District
William R. Keating
Cape & Islands Office
297 North Street, Suite 312
Hyannis, MA 02601
Tel (508) 771-0666
Fax (508)790-1959
GOVERNOR
Governor Charles Baker (R)
State House, Office of the Governor
Rm. 280, Boston, MA 02133
Tel (617) 725-4005
In State (888) 870-7770
Fax (617) 727-9725
SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT – Cape & Islands District
Julian Cyr (D)
State House, Room 511B
Boston, MA 02133
Tel 617-722-1570
REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT – Fourth Barnstable District
Sarah Peake (D)
State House, Room 195
Boston, MA 02133
Tel (617) 722-2015
Fax (617) 722-2239
Email: sarah.peake@mahouse.gov
Website: http://www.sarahpeake.org
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Web site – www.mass.gov
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ELECTED TOWN OFFICIALS
Select Board & Park Commissioners
(5 members)
Mark Mathison 2022
Kevin Galligan, Chair 2021
Mefford Runyon 2023
Cecil Newcomb 2022
Andrea Reed 2023
Barnstable County Assembly of
Delegates
David Dunford, Orleans Rep. 2021
Barnstable County HOME Consortium
Fran McClennen, Orleans Rep. 2023
Board of Health (5 members)
Joseph Hartung, Chair 2021
John P. Smith, Jr. 2022
Sims McGrath 2023
John Kanaga 2023
Luke Chapman 2021
Constables
Kevin Higgins 2023
Mary Stevens 2022
Housing Authority
Alice Fromm 2024
Barry Alper 2021
Phyllis Rothberg 2025
Nauset Regional School District
Committee (3 Orleans Representatives)
Joshua Stewart 2022
Judith Schumacher 2023
Ian Mack 2022
Old Kings Highway Historic District
Committee (5 Members)
John Smith 2023
Stefan Galazzi 2021
Ronald Mgrdichian 2020
Richard Weeks 2022
Jamie Demas 2024
Orleans Elementary School
Committee (5 members)
Virginia (Ginger) Stribula 2022
Henry Schumacher 2022
Gail Briere 2023
Sasandra Richardson Roche 2023
Joshua Stewart 2021
Town Moderator
David A. Lyttle 2022
Trustees of Snow Library (7 Members)
Marybeth Fincke, Chair 2021
Marilyn Bornemeier 2022
Janet Crabtree 2022
Steven Gass 2023
Carolyn Dowd 2021
Mary Reuland 2021
Joan Francolini 2023
APPOINTED TOWN
OFFICIALS
Affordable Housing Committee
(7 Members)
Nancy Renn, Chair
2021
William Stockert 2022
Frances McClennen 2022
Katie Wibby 2023
Shelly Dawson 2021
Richard Kendall 2022
Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Board (9 Members)
Alan McClennen, Chair 2022
Alexis Mathison 2022
Ward Ghory 2021
Matthew Cole 2021
Henry Brehm 2021
Duane Landreth 2021
Kate Wibby 2022
Agricultural Advisory Council (5 Members)
David Light, Chair 2023
Judith Scanlon 2022
Heather Bailey 2023
Stephen Ellis 2023
Gretel Norgeot 2021
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Animal Control & Regulation Task
Force (9 Members)
Karl Oakes, Chair 2020
Jessica Brown 2020
Paul Pokaski 2020
Jennifer Seyboth 2020
Robert Sinclair 2020
Patty Platten 2020
Edward Bagdonas 2020
David Abel 2020
Architectural Review Committee
(5 Members & 2 Associates)
Debra Oakes 2022
Nancy Jorgensen 2022
Bernadette MacLeod 2021
Paige McMahan 2022
Stephen Salley 2022
Bike & Pedestrian Committee
(5 Members & 2 Associates)
Alice Thomason Van Oot, Chair 2023
Lindsey Goodman 2023
Kazmira Nedeau 2022
Joan Francolini 2022
Lt. Kevin Higgins 2021
Stephanie Gaskill 2022
Board of Assessors (3 Members)
Julia Lee 2023
Mary Ann Tagliaferri 2021
William Overton 2022
Building Code Board of Appeals
(5 Members)
Timothy Brady, Chair 2021
Peter Coneen 2023
Richard Morongell 2021
Stephen Waitneight 2021
Cape Cod Commission
Douglas Fromm, Orleans Rep. 2023
Cape Cod Regional Technical High
School Committee (2 Orleans Reps)
Jeffery McMorrow 2021
Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority
Judi Wilson 2022
Cape Light Compact – JPE
(1 Primary & 1 Alternate Representative)
Martin Culik 2022
Chris Galazzi 2022
Cape Cod Water Protection
Collaborative
Sims McGrath, Orleans Rep. 2022
Charter Review Committee (7 Members)
Jon Fuller 2023
Walter North 2023
Mark Berson 2023
Robin Hubbard 2023
Maxine Minkoff 2023
Gail Meyers Lavin 2023
Patricia Fallender 2023
Community Building Renovation Task
Force (5 Members, 2 Ex-Officio)
Brian SoSNer
2023
Joanna Keeley 2023
Alan McClennen 2023
Keith Campbell 2023
Nancy James 2023
George Meservey
Ron Collins
Community Preservation Committee
(9 Members)
Stephanie Gaskill 2021
Chet Crabtree 2021
Walter North, Chair 2021
Barry Alper 2020
Michael Hicks 2021
Susan Christie 2021
Robert Wilkinson 2022
Mefford Runyon 2021
Joan Francolini 2023
Conservation Commission
(7 Members & 3 Associates)
Michael Brink, Chair 2023
Walter North 2022
Virginia Farber 2022
Ronald Mgrdichian 2023
Jack Kadzick 2021
Judith Bruce 2021
Robert Rothberg 2023
Alan Carrier 2023
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Council on Aging (7 Members)
Robert Singer 2022
Deborah Steven 2022
David Silberberg 2022
Robert Nagle 2021
Anita Rogers 2021
Sandra Chernick 2022
Keith Campbell 2023
Cultural Council (5-22 Members)
Judith Brainerd, Chair 2021
Heather Morin 2022
Eileen Godin 2023
Rand Burkert 2022
Michaela Miteva 2021
Sandra Melody 2021
Joyce Haun 2023
Claire Gradone 2022
Cultural District Committee (5-15
Members)
JoAnna Keeley 2021
Sherry Rhyno 2021
Clare O’Connor 2021
Peter Brown 2023
Gail Gibson 2023
Pamela Feltus 2023
Meri Hartford 2023
Bonnie Campbell- Runyon 2022
Norma Gwin 2022
Dredge Advisory Committee (10 Members)
Charles Carlson, Chair 2021
Virginia Farber 2021
Judith Bruce 2020
Betsey Furtney 2021
Stephen Smith 2021
Lukas Smith 2022
Finance Committee (9 Members)
Marilyn Bruneau, Chair 2023
Nicholas Athanassiou 2022
Edmond Mahoney 2022
Elaine Baird 2021
Russ Lavoie 2022
Frank Lucibella 2021
Robert Renn 2021
Fourth of July Committee
(7 Members & 3 Associate)
Ken Heritage 2021
Claudia Anderson 2022
Cynthia Wigren 2021
Jennifer Allard 2021
Hilary Johnson 2023
Kenneth Johnson 2023
Ryan Smith 2020
Historical Commission
(5 Members & 2 Associates)
Ronald Petersen, Chair 2022
D. Michael Hicks 2023
John Harter 2023
Dorothy Bowmer 2021
Hilary Young 2022
Charles Ellis 2022
Joan Nix 2023
Human Services Advisory Committee
(5 Members)
Mary Lyttle, Chair 2023
Robert Singer 2022
Nancy Shactman 2022
Ellen Flaherty 2021
Tessa English 2023
Lower Cape TV
Paul Cass, Orleans Rep. 2020
Marine & Fresh Water Quality
(7 Members)
Judy Scanlon 2022
Betsy Furtney 2022
Edmund Hafner 2021
Judith Bruce 2021
Lara Slifka 2021
Carol Etzold 2023
Memorial & Veterans Day Committee
(5 Members)
Lt. Kevin Higgins 2023
Jon Fuller 2021
Wally Swidrak 2022
Open Space Committee (5 Members)
Robert Cunningham, Chair 2022
Hardie Truesdale 2022
Judith K. Brainerd 2021
Stephanie Gaskill 2022
Christopher Keating
2022
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Personnel Advisory Board (3 Members)
Thomas Genereux 2023
Gail Meyers Lavin 2021
Lorriane Normann 2022
Planning Board (5 Members & 2 Associates)
Richard Hartmann 2021
Charles Bechtold 2022
Brian SoSNer 2022
Deborah Oakes 2022
Chet Crabtree 2023
Alice Van Oot 2023
Pleasant Bay Resource Management
Plan Steering Committee
(1 Member & 1 Alternate)
Frances McClennen 2023
Walter North 2021
Recreation Advisory Committee
(7 Members & 2 Associates)
Anne Sigsbee 2021
Sharon Basso 2023
Morgan Stewart 2023
Tracy Murphy 2023
Kyle Wibby 2022
Evan Lagasse 2022
Brandon Bader 2022
Joan Francolini 2022
Renewable Energy/Wind Committee
(5 Members & 2 Associates)
Kevin Clements, Chair 2022
Paul Cass 2022
Martin Culik 2023
Richard Kendall 2022
Hank Schumacher 2021
Jonathan Nedeau 2021
Shellfish & Waterways Improvement
Advisory Committee
(7 Members & 2 Associates)
Suzanne Phillips, Chair 2023
Craig Poosikian 2022
Gerald Burge 2022
Alexis Mathison 2021
David Slack 2021
John Quigley 2023
William Amaru 2021
Veteran’s Grave Officer (1 Member)
Howard Kucks 2023
Board of Water & Sewer
Commissioners
(3 Members & 2 Associates)
John Meyer, Chair 2023
Leonard Short 2022
Robert Rich 2021
Kenneth Rowell 2022
Herbert Kinney 2022
Richard Hartmann 2021
Alan McClennen 2021
Zoning Board of Appeals
(5 Members & 3 Associates)
Michael Marnik, Chair 2022
Gerald Mulligan 2022
Bruce Taub 2023
Emily Van Giezen 2023
Lynne Eickholt 2022
George Waugh 2022
Matthew Cole 2022
Zoning Bylaw Task Force
(5 Members & 2 Ex-Officio)
Michael Marnik 2022
Charles Bechtold 2021
Greg Delory 2020
George Meservey
Tom Evers
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DEPARTMENTS & SPECIAL
PERSONNEL
Accounting/Finance
Cathy Doane, Director of Municipal
Finance/Town Accountant
Greta Avery, Asst. Town Accountant
Donna Snow, Prin. Account Clerk (res. 10/2020)
Tara Gosselin. Prin. Account Clerk (hir.11/2020)
Animal Control Officer
Casey Eagan
Assessing
Bradley Hinote, Assessor (hired 8/18)
Micah Gilmore, Office Manager, Acting)
Building
Thomas Evers, Building Commissioner
Davis Walters, Building Inspector
Rex Burger, Electrical Inspector
Scott Van Ryswood, Plumbing & Gas Insp.
Larry Baker, Plumbing & Gas Inspector
Ada George, Principal Clerk
Burial Agent
Christopher Luciano
MIS & Media Operations
Peter Van Dyck, MIS Coordinator
Sarah Eaton, Media Program Coordinator
Alex Kourafas, IT Specialist
Mia Baumgarten, Video Technician
Conservation
John Jannell, Conservation Administrator
Molly Bates, Principal Clerk, (prom 2/2020)
Kristyna Smith, Principal Clerk (hir. 3/2020)
Council on Aging
Judi Wilson, Director
Lillian Parnell, Program Coordinator
Donna Faivre, Office Manager
Kelly Ekstrom, Principal Clerk
Mary Mador, Clerk
Claudia Trend, Sen Clerk Sub. (laid off 9/2020)
Lynn Brine, Social Services Coordinator
Susan Beyle, Outreach Worker (retired 7/2020)
Maria Cecchi, Outreach Worker (prom. 10/2020)
Ann Dextraze, Day Center Dir. (res. 8/2020)
Laird Anthony, Asst. Day Center Director
Michelle Costa, Program Asst. – Day
Center & Kitchen (laid off 9/2020)
Sally Graham, Prog. Assist. Day Center
Tricia Lyon, Program Assistant – Kitchen
Dianne Wentworth, Transp. Coord (laid off 9/2020)
Patricia Bradley, Van Driver
Bill Dunlea, Van Driver
Joan Hussey, Van Driver (resigned 5/2020)
George Lake, Van Driver
Ronald Mador, Van Driver
Dennis Pineault, Van Driver (hired 1/2020)
Richard Terry, Custodian
Scott Wood, Custodian
Richard Sutton, Custodian
Election Workers
Mary Walker, Warden (D)
Cathy Southworth, Warden (R)
Joanne Amaru (D)
Jean Ann Bostwick (U)
Bradley, Mary Allen (R)
Bradley, Patricia (U)
Bradley-O’Brien, Alex (U)
Bradley-O’Brien, Daniella (U)
Brady, Louise (D)
Burwell, Lynda (R)
Caliri, Hannah (D)
Case, Greg (D)
Chernick, Sandy (D)
Clough, Nancy (R)
Cunningham, Rigney (D)
DeMartino, Leona (D)
Eagar, Cynthia (U)
Engelmann, Claudia (U)
Fates, Megan (u)
Fromm, Dianne (D)
Gardiner, Judith (U)
Guzzeau, Garrison (D)
Hidden, Mary (U)
Klimshuk, Jane (U)
MacLeay, Margaret (U)
Marnik, Elia (D)
McMahan, C. Page (U)
McMorrow, Nancy (R)
Milton, Susan (U)
Natale, Barbara(D)
O’Meara, Susan (R)
Peters, Elizabeth (R)
Quinn, Barbara (U)
Redihan, Sally (U)
Reed, Joan (R)
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Rhodes, Sandra (D)
Scofield, Bruce (R)
Smith, Gordon (R)
Sparrow, Marjorie (D)
Wiley, Virginia (U)
Emergency Management
George E. Deering IV, Fire Chief
Fire Department/Rescue Squad
Anthony L. Pike, Fire Chief (Ret. 2/2020)
George E. Deering IV, Fire Chief (Prom 2/2020)
Timothy M. Gula, Deputy Chief (Prom 3/2020)
Peter A. Vogt, Captain-Paramedic
William R. Reynolds, Captain-EMT
Chester G. Burge, Captain-Paramedic
Gregory C. Baker, Inspector-Paramedic
Leslie Vasconcellos, EMS Coord.-Param.
Aaron Burns, Firefighter-Paramedic
Kevin A. Delude, Firefighter-Paramedic
Theodore Duchesney, FF-EMT (res. 11/2020)
Douglas Edmunds, Firefighter-EMT
Brandon Henderson, Firefighter-Param.
G. Joseph Lang, Firefighter-Paramedic
Ryan McGrath, Firefighter-Paramedic
Dana J. Medeiros, Firefighter-Paramedic
Benjamin Nickerson, Firefighter-EMT
Thomas Pellegrino, Firefighter-Paramedic
Lawrence M. Pires, Firefighter–EMT
Jesse Rancourt, Firefighter-Paramedic
Scott Renkainen, Firefighter-EMT
Henry Rex, Firefighter-Param. (hir. 12/2020)
Wayne F. Robillard, Firefighter-Paramedic
Kyle Simkins, Firefighter-Paramedic
Steven C. Thomas, Firefighter-Paramedic
Fire Dept. Clerk/Dispatcher
Melissa Clayton, Admin. Assistant, EMT
Call Firefighters
Timothy Delude, Sr. Call Firefighter
Matt Andre, Firefighter-EMT
Tyler Baker, Firefighter-EMT
Kyle Difrancesco EMT (seasonal)
Gabriella Parker, Beach EMT (hir 5/2020)
Dani Schechter, Beach EMT (hir. 5/2020)
Thomas Lanman, Beach EMT
Marjorie DeBrowsky, FF-EMT(res. 12/2020)
Ian Mack, FF-EMT (hir. 8/2020)
Registrar of Voters
Joan Barnard, Registrar 2022
Patricia Perry, Registrar 2023
Judith Reynard, Registrar 2021
Health Department
Robert J. Canning, Health Agent
Alexandra Fitch, Asst Health Agent
Bonnie Campbell, Principal Clerk
Betsy Sorensen, Principal Clerk
Lynda Burwell, Board of Health Secretary
Snow Library
Tavi Prugno, Director
Kaimi Lum, Assistant Director
Jane Ames, Staff Librarian – Reference
and Technical Services Librarian
Robert Bates, Custodian
Jamie Forster, Library Page & Sub. Assist.
Ann Foster, Youth Services
Genevieve Fulcher, Library Assistant
Kerry Gonnella, Library Assistant
Linda Gordon, Library Assistant
Melody Gulow, Substitute Library Assistant
Marie Hickey, Board Secretary (res.10/2020)
Linda Huntington, Staff Librarian (res. 10/2020)
Rosemary Lenihan, Library Page
Theresa Pitta, Principal Clerk
Elizabeth Steele-Jeffers, Staff Libr. (hir 10/2020)
Penny Struzinski, Library Assistant
Jean Valenti, Library Assistant
Planning Department
George D. Meservey, Planning Director
Karen Sharpless, Principal Clerk
Police Department
Scott W. MacDonald, Police Chief
Sean D. Diamond, Deputy Police Chief
James P. Rosato, Lieutenant
William J. Norton, Sergeant
Andrew G. McLaughlin, Sergeant
David M. Freiner, Sergeant
Richard P. Dinn, Sergeant
Patrick Cronin, Sergeant
Daniel S. Elliot, Sergeant
Melissa E. Marshall, Detective
Kerry A. O’Connell, Officer
Michael Lotti, Officer (ret. 11/2020)
Casey A. Eagan, Officer & Animal Control
John Mellin, Officer
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Alexander Cutts, Officer (res. 3/2020)
Neill Bohlin, Officer/SRO
Christopher Jurkowski, Officer
Hannah Greene, Officer
Andrew Mele, Officer
Alexander Dedinas, Officer
Riley McDonough, Officer
Benjamin Dedinas, Officer (hir. 9/2020)
Brian Beatty, Officer (hired. 9/2020)
Kevin Higgins, Reserve Officer
Greta Montgomery, Administrative Assistant
Jill Hull, Bookkeeper/Payroll
David J. Belcher, Public Safety Dispatcher
Robert H. Reynolds, Public Safety Disp.
Maryalice Machado, Public Safety Disp.
Terri Therrien, Public Safety Dispatcher
Benjamin Dedinas, Seas. Comm. Service Officer
Tiffany Gilligan, Seas. Comm. Service Officer
Elizabeth Lataille, Seas. Comm. Service Officer
Public Works & Natural Resources
Thomas E. Daley, P.E. DPW & NR Dir.
Ron Trudeau, DPW Manager
Dan Connolly, Assistant DPW Manager
Patricia Kasanovich, Office Manager
Sarah Murphy, Principal Clerk
Ron Collins, Building & Facilities Manager
Seth Pearson, Maintenance Technician
Chester Amos, Custodian
Jack Kerig, Custodian
Highway Division
Alan Artwick, Vehicle Maint. Mechanic
David Burt, Equipment Operator
Thomas Gardner, Laborer, Maintenance
Robert Gennaro, Sr. Equipment Operator
Dennis Hall, Equipment Operator
Jacob Marshall, Senior Equipment Oper.
Matt Muir, Equipment Operator
Parks Division
Cheryl J. Esty, Foreman
Dave Burt, Maintenance
Will Brown, Maintenance
Steve Collea, Sr. Equipment Operator
Matt Watts, Maintenance (seasonal)
Tree Division
Dan Connolly, Tree Warden
Natural Resources Division
Nathan Sears, Natural Resources Mgr.
Gardner Jamieson, Asst. Harbormaster
Greg J. Normandy, Asst. Harbormaster
Brandon Burke, NR Clerk
Richard Hilmer, NR, Shorebird Specialist
Robert Bates, Beach Director
Sarah Newcomb-Baker, Head Lifeguard
Recreation Division
Alan Harrison, Recreation Director
Transfer Station
Rick McKean, Disposal Operator
Scott West, Equip. Oper., Gate Attendant
Jonathan Wright, Disposal Operator
Water Division
Todd O. Bunzick, Water Superintendent
Susan Neese-Brown, Asst. Water Supt.
Laura Marshall, Principal Clerk
Jim Darling, Foreman
John Mayer, Water Service Technician
Calvin Sutton, Water Service Technician
Daniel Hayes, Water System Inspector
Joshua Alexander, Water Service Tech
Calvin Sutton, Water Service Technician
John S. Anderson, Water Meter Repairs
Christopher Introcaso, Water Meter Tech
Sealer of Weights and Measures
Jane Zulkiewicz, Town of Barnstable
Town Administrator & Select Board
John F. Kelly, Town Administrator
Liana Surdut, Assistant Town Administrator
Mihaela Miteva, Licensing & Procurement
Lisa Shaw, Admin. Assistant (res 2/2020)
Molly Bates, Admin Assist (hir. 3/2020)
Jennifer Clarke, SB Secretary
Town Clerk
Cynthia May, Town Clerk
Kelly Darling, Assistant Town Clerk
Town Counsel
Michael D. Ford, Esq.
Treasurer/Collector
Scott Walker, Treasurer/Collector
Cynthia Richards, Asst. Treasurer/Collector
Mary Sedgwick, Asst. Payroll & Acct. Clerk
Kristi Eldredge, Principal Clerk (res. 2/2020)
Michelle Donahue, Principal Clerk (hir. 3/2020)
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SELECT BOARD AND TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
In 2020, while continuing to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Select Board and Town
Administrator keep the public informed on issues that were before the Town utilizing remote zoom
meetings to provide access to timely health and safety updates.
Through the combined efforts of the Board and Town Administrator, a number of projects and
initiatives were completed and many of the actions listed as part of their annual goals were achieved
including:
• Conducted two outdoor Town Meetings in June and October, with the October meeting
utilizing electronic voting for the first time.
• Conducted monthly Fiscal Stability work sessions to assess all options and provide policy
guidance to reduce the amount of the general override needed to close the shortfall originally
estimated at $1M in FY22.
• Created a “Digital Ombudsman” on the Town website for questions and complaints from
citizens interacting with town government using the “Ask the Select Board” page, posted
special Town Meeting FAQ’s and conducted online citizen surveys.
• Secured voter approval of the final construction cost of the new Downtown Area Sewer
Collection, Treatment and Effluent Disposal System; received a MassDEP grant and approved
for subsidized financing through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund Loan Program with
eligibility for a 0% interest rate 30-year loan.
• Secured voter approval to establish five enterprise funds for Sewer Operations, Beach
Operations, Mooring Operations, Transfer Station Operations, and Rock Harbor Boat Basin
Operations. Once established, separate operating budgets will be developed as warrant
articles at the annual Town Meeting including revenues and expenditures to provide
transparency as to the overall costs of these operations.
• Secured voter approval rescinding the general bylaw prohibiting retail sales and amending the
zoning bylaws to allow licensing of two retail marijuana businesses.
Also in 2020, Board member David Currier’s term expired and Andrea Reed was elected in June.
As we move forward, we will continue to ensure that the residents and visitors of Orleans receive
prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable customer service, while retaining cost efficiency as a
priority. We will strive to maintain the core services that our residents expect while considering
new initiatives that improve current practices.
The Select Board and Town Administrator wish to thank the many citizens who have provided
significant volunteer service to the Town. Without them, Orleans could not function as well as we
do. And last, but certainly not least, the Select Board appreciates and thanks our dedicated
employees for their hard work and professionalism which makes Orleans such a special place to
live and visit.
Respectfully submitted,
Kevin Galligan, Chairman John F. Kelly
Select Board Town Administrator
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LICENSES AND PERMITS ISSUED BY THE SELECT BOARD
Calendar Year 2020
CATEGORY/TYPE # ISSUED
Liquor Licenses
Annual Innholders
All Alcoholic 1
Wine & Malt 0
Seasonal Innholders
All Alcoholic 1
Wine & Malt 0
Annual Restaurants
All Alcoholic 16
Wine & Malt 5
Seasonal Restaurants
All Alcoholic 3
Wine & Malt 2
Clubs
All Alcoholic 1
Wine & Malt 0
Package Goods Stores
All Alcoholic 5
Wine & Malt 3
General on-Premises
Wine & Malt 1
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One Day Wine & Malt
Non-Profit Organizations 3
For Profit 3
Other Licenses
Common Victualler
Annual 44
Seasonal 16
Non-Profit Organizations 7
Temporary 0
CATEGORY/TYPE # ISSUED
Lodging House 4
Innholders 2
Entertainment
Weekday 16
Non-Profit 0
Sunday 8
Temporary Weekday 4
Non-Profit 0
Temporary Sunday 0
Non-Profit 0
Coin Operated Devices
Games/Amusements 28
Billiard Tables 2
Transient Vendors 1
Non-Profit 0
Hawkers & Peddlers
For Profit 2
Non-Profit 0
Temporary 0
Auto Dealers
Class I 5
Class II 6
General Licenses
Christmas Tree Sales 1
Road Taking Applications 0
Building Moving Permits 0
Auctioneer
Annual 0
Non-Resident/One Day 0
Municipal Street License 0
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TAX COLLECTIONS – FISCAL 2020
Scott Walker, Treasurer/Collector Kristi Eldredge, Principal Account Clerk
Cynthia Richards, Assistant Treasurer/Collector Mary Sedgwick, Assistant Account Clerk
LEVY PAYMENTS REFUNDS ABATED
NET
RECEIPTS
2020 Real Estate 30,674,352 88,438 80,394 30,505,520
2019 Real Estate 361,237 0 0 361,237
2018 & Prior Real Estate 15,348 0 0 15,348
2020 Community Preservation 924,146 317 2,413 921,416
2019 Community Preservation 11,848 0 0 11,848
2018 & Prior CPA 534 0 0 534
In Lieu of Taxes 4,633 0 0 4,633
2020 Personal Property 473,517 2,838 581 470,098
2019 Personal Property 7,463 0 0 7,463
2018 & Prior Personal Property 2,993 0 644 2,349
2020 Motor Vehicle Excise 1,047,738 7,728 21,283 1,018,727
2019 Motor Vehicle Excise 198,708 14,845 22,105 161,758
2018 & Prior Motor Vehicle
Excise 7,947 1,610 1,134 5,203
Registry Flagging Fees 4,160 0 0 4,160
2020 Vessel Excise 27,241 15 1,561 25,665
2019 & Prior Vessel Excise 416 0 460 (44)
Water Rates 2,387,815 811 14,135 2,372,869
Water Service 11,300 0 40 11,260
Water Usage 2,048 0 0 2,048
Water Installations 26,228 0 0 26,228
Water Additional Billing 8,956 106 0 8,850
Water Liens 19,552 0 0 19,552
Interest, Charges & Fees
Delinquent Interest (2020 &
Prior) 106,238 0 0 106,238
Municipal Lien Certificates 16,900 0 0 16,900
Collector's Demand Fees 13,328 0 0 13,328
Water Interest/Penalties 18,053 0 10 18,043
Totals: 36,372,699 116,708 144,760 36,111,231
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TOWN OF ORLEANS – PAYROLL 2020
SCOTT WALKER, TREASURER CINDY RICHARDS, ASST. TREASURER
Employees are listed under the primary departments for which they worked.
Regular pay is salary/hourly pay for all departments. Overtime pay includes traditional OT for all departments.
"Other" pay includes special OT, longevity, career pay, private duty, specialist pay, bonuses, etc.
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
MOLLY BATES, Admin Assistant $52,561.73 52,561.73
JENNIFER CLARKE, Board Secretary $5,193.49 $279.72 5,473.21
STACY FABER, Recording Sec ZBA and Finance $3,332.98 $880.42 4,213.40
JOHN KELLY, Town Administrator $176,043.34 176,043.34
MIHAELA MITEVA, Licensing & Procurement Agent $70,706.56 70,706.56
ELIZABETH SHAW, Admin Assistant $9,169.98 $149.84 9,319.82
MYRA SUCHENICZ, CPA Secretary $4,761.14 $101.24 4,862.38
LIANA SURDUT, Assistant Town Administrator $92,665.66 $964.00 93,629.66
DENISE WITHERELL, Afford Housing Admin Asst $666.11 666.11
CABLE TV COMMITTEE Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
MIA BAUMGARTEN, Video Technician $16,806.93 16,806.93
FINANCE / ACCOUNTANT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
GRETA AVERY, Assistant Town Accountant $69,975.77 $1,107.00 71,082.77
CATHY DOANE, Director Of Finance $151,786.20 151,786.20
TARA GOSSELIN, Principal Account Clerk $3,623.49 3,623.49
DONNA SNOW, Principal Account Clerk $21,507.72 $63.79 $744.25 22,315.76
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
SARAH EATON, Media Ops Coordinator $71,356.64 $975.00 72,331.64
ALEX KOURAFAS, IT Specialist $82,541.26 82,541.26
PETER VAN DYCK, MIS Coordinator $97,210.67 $1,800.00 99,010.67
ASSESSING DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
MICAH GILMORE, Assessing Business Manager $66,450.64 $1,500.00 67,950.64
BRADLEY HINOTE, Town Assessor $84,848.91 84,848.91
TREASURER / COLLECTOR Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
MICHELLE DONAHUE, Principal Account Clerk $34,933.52 34,933.52
MARY MURPHY-SEDGWICK, Principal Account Clerk $25,543.48 25,543.48
KRISTINA ELDREDGE, Principal Account Clerk $8,862.06 8,862.06
CYNTHIA RICHARDS, Assistant Treas/Collector $58,134.63 58,134.63
SCOTT WALKER, Treasurer/Collector $95,998.68 95,998.68
TOWN CLERK Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
KELLY DARLING, Assistant Town Clerk $62,461.04 $3,456.09 $2,700.00 68,617.13
CYNTHIA MAY, Town Clerk $80,125.11 $2,250.00 82,375.11
REGISTRAR & ELECTIONS Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
DANIELLA BRADLEY O'BRIEN, Election Workers $318.60 318.60
LOUISE BRADY, Election Workers $912.20 912.20
HANNAH CALIRI, Election Workers $353.05 353.05
SANDRA CHERNICK, Election Workers $82.36 82.36
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NANCY CLOUGH, Election Workers $196.47 196.47
CYNTHIA EAGAR, Election Workers $115.53 115.53
MEGAN FATES, Election Workers $332.55 332.55
JUDITH GARDINER, Election Workers $107.70 107.70
MARY HIDDEN, Election Workers $129.87 129.87
BARBARA HOFFMAN, Election Workers $145.71 145.71
MARGARET MACLEAY, Election Workers $70.40 70.40
ELIA MARNIK, Election Workers $155.36 155.36
SUSAN MILTON, Election Workers $128.20 128.20
BARBARA NATALE, Election Workers $51.68 51.68
ELIZABETH PETERS, Election Workers $334.17 334.17
BARBARA QUINN, Election Workers $231.01 231.01
SALLY REDIHAN, Election Workers $274.62 274.62
SANDRA RHODES, Election Worker $268.65 268.65
MARY WALKER, Election Workers $1,473.16 1,473.16
VIRGINIA WILEY, Election Workers $383.36 383.36
CONSERVATION DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
JOHN JANNELL, Conservation Agent $83,342.28 $1,400.00 84,742.28
KRISTYNA SMITH, Principal Clerk $32,844.09 32,844.09
PLANNING DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
MARSHA ALLGEIER, Affordable Housing Coordinator $2,726.88 2,726.88
GEORGE MESERVEY, Director Of Planning $109,225.88 $2,100.00 111,325.88
KAREN SHARPLESS, Planning Principal Clerk $54,645.84 $2,250.00 56,895.84
TREE WARDEN Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
DANIEL CONNOLLY, Asst. Highway/Disp Manager $77,644.87 $1,788.59 $1,950.00 81,383.46
TOWN OFFICE BUILDING Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
CHESTER AMOS, Custodian $52,144.56 $2,131.76 $600.00 54,876.32
POLICE DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
BRIAN BEATTY, Police Officer $14,565.33 $925.00 15,490.33
DAVID BELCHER, Dispatcher $61,812.56 $7,351.62 $2,138.16 71,302.34
NEILL BOHLIN, Police Officer $69,196.68 $22,832.89 $6,050.11 98,079.68
PATRICK CRONIN, Police Sgt $87,873.95 $38,358.18 $7,281.67 133,513.80
ALEXANDER CUTTS, Police Officer $19,484.79 $5,849.79 $3,723.97 29,058.55
ALEXANDER DEDINAS, Police Officer $57,407.15 $28,570.35 $16,911.54 102,889.04
BENJAMIN DEDINAS, Police Officer $21,611.73 $925.00 22,536.73
SEAN DIAMOND, Deputy Police Chief $132,347.28 $6,494.42 138,841.70
RICHARD DINN, Police Sgt $84,368.92 $80,041.24 $20,508.12 184,918.28
CASEY EAGAN, Police Officer $69,787.65 $18,898.04 $9,413.00 98,098.69
DANIEL ELLIOTT, Police Sgt $85,843.28 $38,294.95 $14,884.06 139,022.29
DAVID FREINER, Police Sgt $84,368.72 $2,650.11 87,018.83
TIFFANY GILLIGAN, Community Service Officer $4,910.56 4,910.56
HANNAH GREENE, Police Officer $59,066.59 $35,459.64 $10,867.00 105,393.23
KEVIN HIGGINS, Reserve Police Officer $5,130.76 $16,341.00 21,471.76
JILL HULL, Principal Account Clerk $49,496.75 $4,222.14 $182.80 53,901.69
CHRISTOPHER JURKOWSKI, Police Detective $64,196.76 $29,966.07 $12,280.34 106,443.17
ELIZABETH LATAILLE, Community Service Officer $3,748.88 3,748.88
MICHAEL LOTTI, Police Officer $67,910.15 $30,865.61 $21,876.55 120,652.31
SCOTT MACDONALD, Chief of Police $161,552.41 $8,817.18 170,369.59
MARYALICE MACHADO, Dispatcher $50,129.53 $6,091.10 $797.99 57,018.62
MELISSA MARSHALL, Police Detective $80,900.62 $5,530.28 $19,691.54 106,122.44
RILEY MCDONOUGH, Police Officer $57,407.12 $22,114.92 $10,882.67 90,404.71
ANDREW MCLAUGHLIN, Police Sgt $89,055.04 $22,305.74 $19,588.39 130,949.17
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ANDREW MELE, Police Officer $59,066.59 $26,185.97 $10,466.22 95,718.78
JOHN MELLIN, Police Officer $67,196.61 $49,625.72 $13,987.64 130,809.97
GRETA MONTGOMERY, Principal Clerk $39,481.81 $450.00 39,931.81
WILLIAM NORTON, Police Sgt $86,163.47 $72,908.73 $11,390.27 170,462.47
KERRY OCONNELL, Police Officer $77,187.98 $30,836.75 $22,975.08 130,999.81
ROBERT REYNOLDS, Dispatcher $61,811.92 $5,494.44 $2,700.00 70,006.36
JAMES ROSATO, Lieutenant $118,472.57 $12,942.90 $2,881.67 134,297.14
TERRI THERRIEN, Dispatcher $49,660.97 $1,476.96 $1,534.76 52,672.69
FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
MATTHEW ANDRE, Call Firefighter $1,190.59 1,190.59
GREGORY BAKER, Fire Captain $78,856.31 $55,884.70 $9,525.00 144,266.01
CHESTER BURGE, Fire Captain $78,856.95 $66,102.59 $11,425.00 156,384.54
AARON BURNS, Firefighter $72,266.28 $27,649.97 $8,011.12 107,927.37
MELISSA CLAYTON, Principal Account Clerk $50,735.84 $281.04 51,016.88
MARJORIE DEBROSKY, Call Firefighter/Beach EMT $373.17 373.17
GEORGE DEERING, Fire Chief $150,708.51 $6,357.26 $7,032.10 164,097.87
KEVIN DELUDE, Fire Captain $75,884.18 $36,651.54 $8,350.00 120,885.72
KYLE DIFRANCESCO, Call Firefighter/Beach EMT $10,535.07 10,535.07
THEODORE DUCHESNEY, Firefighter $46,969.79 $9,137.50 56,107.29
DOUGLAS EDMUNDS, Firefighter $78,415.06 $17,993.08 $2,150.00 98,558.14
TIMOTHY GULA, Deputy Fire Chief $118,965.26 $5,325.13 $3,428.19 127,718.58
BRANDON HENDERSON, Firefighter $69,149.91 $39,180.54 $8,325.00 116,655.45
G LANG, Firefighter $74,646.91 $15,191.76 $9,254.37 99,093.04
THOMAS LANMAN, Beach EMT $10,392.24 10,392.24
RYAN MCGRATH, Firefighter $69,285.70 $18,438.83 $8,325.00 96,049.53
DANA MEDEIROS, Firefighter $72,266.29 $42,297.07 $9,525.00 124,088.36
BENJAMIN NICKERSON, Firefighter $53,987.51 $13,460.34 -$210.45 67,237.40
GABRIELLA PARKER, Beach EMT $8,086.78 $382.95 8,469.73
THOMAS PELLEGRINO, Firefighter $72,266.26 $71,868.97 $8,075.00 152,210.23
LAWRENCE PIRES, Firefighter $75,866.28 $8,435.85 $1,200.00 85,502.13
JESSE RANCOURT, Firefighter $67,122.97 $5,292.52 $7,456.86 79,872.35
SCOTT RENKAINEN, Firefighter $75,768.55 $4,791.23 $650.00 81,209.78
HENRY REX, Call Firefighter/Beach EMT $13,154.48 13,154.48
WILLIAM REYNOLDS, Fire Captain $82,457.07 $43,001.46 $9,323.03 134,781.56
WAYNE ROBILLARD, Firefighter $73,266.27 $62,110.75 $14,196.39 149,573.41
DANI SCHECHTER, Beach EMT $12,962.66 12,962.66
KYLE SIMKINS, Firefighter $68,343.29 $14,013.33 $2,642.48 84,999.10
STEVEN THOMAS, Firefighter $72,266.43 $5,827.22 $8,899.86 86,993.51
LESLIE VASCONCELLOS, EMS Coordinator $79,793.19 $38,865.39 $9,675.00 128,333.58
PETER VOGT, Fire Captain $80,405.42 $21,672.18 $18,598.97 120,676.57
BUILDING DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
THOMAS EVERS, Building Inspector $86,719.82 $1,200.00 87,919.82
ADA GEORGE, Account Clerk $54,645.84 $975.00 55,620.84
MELANIE TAYLOR, Recording Secretary $1,777.59 1,777.59
F DAVIS WALTERS, Assistant Building Inspector $67,079.76 67,079.76
HARBORMASTER Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
WILLIAM AMENABAR, Patrol Boat Operator $9,053.52 9,053.52
GARDNER JAMIESON, Assistant Harbormaster $74,174.49 $10,691.40 $4,050.00 88,915.89
GREGORY NORMANDY, Assistant Harbormaster $74,174.49 $13,726.29 $1,050.00 88,950.78
NATHAN SEARS, Natural Resource Manager $107,864.35 $975.00 108,839.35
DAVID SLACK, Patrol Boat Operator $9,293.32 9,293.32
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
ALAN ARTWICK, Highway Steelworkers $70,678.96 $2,354.52 $2,400.00 75,433.48
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DAVID DWYER, Senior Equipment Operator $54,908.64 $318.00 55,226.64
THOMAS GARDNER, Highway Steelworkers $19,068.54 $1,659.13 20,727.67
ROBERT GENNARO, Highway Steelworkers $44,555.11 $1,003.36 $12,546.08 58,104.55
DENNIS HALL, Equipment Operator $57,165.36 $6,132.50 $650.00 63,947.86
MATTHEW MUIR, Highway Steelworkers $9,008.92 $3,633.91 12,642.83
SARAH MURPHY, Principal Clerk $47,498.11 $379.85 47,877.96
RONALD TRUDEAU, Public Works Manager $101,758.81 101,758.81
ELI WILSON, Seasonal Laborer $9,904.49 9,904.49
DISPOSAL DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
RICHARD MALATESTA, Disposal Operator $36,984.96 $935.47 37,920.43
JACOB MARSHALL, Disposal Operator $63,207.79 $6,378.33 $900.00 70,486.12
RICHARD MCKEAN, Disposal Operator $46,377.05 $7,083.27 $7,813.82 61,274.14
SCOTT WEST, Disposal Operator $54,402.48 $2,575.44 56,977.92
JONATHAN WRIGHT, Disposal Operator $10,619.31 $491.11 $1,129.40 12,239.82
WATER DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
JOSHUA ALEXANDER, Water Steelworkers $57,009.96 $1,379.51 58,389.47
JOHN ANDERSON, Water Repair Technician $51,389.80 $1,684.96 53,074.76
TODD BUNZICK, Water Superintendent $109,225.90 $3,300.00 112,525.90
JAMES DARLING, Water Steelworkers $76,975.84 $4,355.12 $3,900.00 85,230.96
DANIEL HAYES, Water Steelworkers $63,690.96 $2,703.07 $2,850.00 69,244.03
CHRISTOPHER INTROCASO, Water Meter Tech $48,938.24 $1,810.39 50,748.63
LAURA MARSHALL, Water Principal Clerk $54,645.84 $900.00 55,545.84
JOHN MAYER, Water Steelworkers $63,705.96 $6,291.46 $1,050.00 71,047.42
SUSAN NEESE-BROWN, Assist Water
Superintendent
$74,174.47 $3,000.00 77,174.47
CALVIN SUTTON, Water Service Tech $53,130.80 $7,640.00 60,770.80
HEALTH DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
LYNDA BURWELL, Health Clerk $9,095.73 9,095.73
BONNIE CAMPBELL, Health Principal Clerk $54,645.86 $1,300.00 55,945.86
ROBERT CANNING, Health Director $97,210.58 $4,200.00 101,410.58
ALEXANDRA FITCH, Assistant Health Agent $59,283.97 59,283.97
BETSY SORENSEN, Health Principal Clerk $40,474.75 40,474.75
COUNCIL ON AGING Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
LAIRD ANTHONY, Assistant Day Center Director $32,848.35 $420.00 33,268.35
SUSAN BEYLE, Outreach Worker $33,863.06 $11,728.33 45,591.39
PATRICIA BRADLEY, Van Driver $18,476.83 18,476.83
LYNN BRINE, Social Services Coordinator $62,281.22 62,281.22
MARIA CECCHI, Outreach Worker $22,698.44 -$0.50 22,697.94
MICHELLE COSTA, Program Assistant $11,806.13 11,806.13
ANN DEXTRAZE, Day Center Director $32,469.23 32,469.23
WILLIAM DUNLEA, Van Driver $8,371.02 8,371.02
KELLY EKSTROM, Principal Clerk $54,645.85 $715.00 55,360.85
DONNA FAIVRE, Office Manager $66,450.69 $904.00 67,354.69
SALLY GRAHAM, Day Center Assistant $4,603.21 4,603.21
JOAN HUSSEY, Substitute $2,121.26 2,121.26
TRICIA LYON, Program Assistant- Kitchen $20,012.03 20,012.03
MARY MADOR, Clerical $15,596.13 $4,102.56 19,698.69
RONALD MADOR, Van Driver $19,780.30 19,780.30
LILLIAN PARNELL, Program Coordinator $56,391.54 56,391.54
DENNIS PINEAULT, Van Driver $4,777.50 4,777.50
RICHARD SUTTON, Custodian/Van Driver Sub $14,184.02 14,184.02
RICHARD TERRY, Custodian $19,635.11 19,635.11
CLAUDIA TREND, Account Clerk $5,380.03 $1,151.36 6,531.39
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DIANNE WENTWORTH, Clerical $8,795.35 $7,053.09 15,848.44
JUDITH WILSON, Director Of COA $83,342.31 83,342.31
SCOTT WOOD, Custodian $16,829.35 16,829.35
SNOW LIBRARY Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
JANE AMES, Staff Librarian $49,614.38 49,614.38
ROBERT BATES, Custodian $20,653.15 20,653.15
JAMIE FORSTER, Library Page $11,995.81 11,995.81
ANN FOSTER, Staff Librarian $43,928.20 $455.00 44,383.20
GENEVIEVE FULCHER, Principal Clerk $49,633.88 $1,050.00 50,683.88
KERRY GONNELLA, Clerical $19,106.21 19,106.21
LINDA GORDON, Library Assistant $14,545.31 14,545.31
MELODY GULOW, Library Assistant $2,557.50 2,557.50
MARIE HICKEY, Board Secretary $1,119.89 1,119.89
LINDA HUNTINGTON, Clerical $20,293.85 20,293.85
ROSEMARY LENIHAN, Library Page $5,468.21 5,468.21
KAIMI LUM, Assististant Library Coordinator $63,163.07 63,163.07
THERESA PITTA, Principal Account Clerk $46,530.88 46,530.88
TAVI PRUGNO, Library Director $90,009.90 $1,950.00 91,959.90
ELIZABETH STEELE-JEFFERS, Staff Librarian $5,076.42 5,076.42
PENELOPE STRUZINSKI, Clerical $20,461.11 20,461.11
JEAN VALENTI, Library Assistant $18,573.43 18,573.43
RECREATION DEPARTMENT Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
EMILY BOYLE, Playground Instructor $2,739.20 2,739.20
ETHAN BOYLE, Playground Instructor $1,828.80 1,828.80
AVERY BURNS, Playground Instructor $1,889.76 1,889.76
BEVIN BURNS, Tennis Director $2,486.34 2,486.34
JOHN BURNS, Assistant Swimming Director $3,718.40 3,718.40
ANNA GODSHALK, Tennis Instructor $2,516.40 2,516.40
ALAN HARRISON, Recreation Director $63,088.22 63,088.22
JOSHUA LANE, Playground Instructor $4,074.56 4,074.56
BRIAN LAVERY, Swimming Director $3,752.88 3,752.88
JUDSON MARBLE, Playground Instructor $1,725.60 1,725.60
TRISTAN MARBLE, Playground Instructor $1,725.60 1,725.60
CHRISTIAN MAZZA, Playground Instructor $1,725.60 1,725.60
KATHLEEN MCGEE, Playground Instructor $3,106.08 3,106.08
CAYLIE MCMAHON, Playground Instructor $1,465.56 1,465.56
LARISSA MCMAHON, Playground Instructor $1,465.56 1,465.56
IVAN POPOV, Playground Director $6,357.15 6,357.15
LUKE SANZO, Playground Instructor $1,587.20 1,587.20
MALCOLM STEWART, Playground Instructor $1,628.40 1,628.40
PARKS & BEACHES Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
CAROLINE ANDREWS, Shorebird Monitor $3,654.43 3,654.43
ASHLEY ARTWICK, Asst Beach Director $16,764.05 16,764.05
CATHERINE ARTWICK, Gate Officer $5,559.09 5,559.09
KEELY ASHE-ALEX, Shorebird Monitor $1,107.65 1,107.65
ROBERT BENNETT, Endangered Species Monitor $3,683.08 3,683.08
VICTORIA BETTUELLI, Shorebird Monitor $2,021.26 2,021.26
WILLIAM BROWN, Senior Maintenance Worker $43,139.97 $4,570.86 47,710.83
RACHEL BUDNICK, Parking Attendant $8,805.60 8,805.60
BRANDON BURKE, Beach Director $52,553.92 $13,371.14 65,925.06
DAVID BURT, Parks Steelworkers $59,340.60 $2,903.31 $1,200.00 63,443.91
SCOTT CARR, Parking Attendant $5,462.29 5,462.29
CHRISTEN CEVOLI, Assistant Head Lifeguard $10,767.89 10,767.89
KATHLEEN CODAIR, Gate Officer $10,127.97 10,127.97
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RONALD COLLINS, Buildings & Facilites Manager $95,330.28 $600.00 95,930.28
JACEY CORRENTE, Endangered Species Monitor $10,329.42 10,329.42
DAVID CURRIER, Gate Officer $7,553.24 7,553.24
THOMAS DALEY, Natural Resource Director $135,228.07 $600.00 135,828.07
MICHAEL DE ANGELO, Lifeguard $10,325.27 10,325.27
CODY DEGROFF, Lifeguard $12,162.98 12,162.98
JOHN DORSEY, Lifeguard $2,649.00 2,649.00
KATHERINE DORSEY, Lifeguard $11,951.39 11,951.39
LORI DYER, Gate Officer $12,850.81 12,850.81
CHERYL ESTY, Parks Steelworkers $74,905.95 $3,307.62 $3,300.00 81,513.57
LIAM FLAHERTY, Lifeguard $7,960.43 7,960.43
SEAN FLAHERTY, Lifeguard $9,221.03 9,221.03
SANDRA GAY, Gate Officer $3,668.15 3,668.15
KATHARINE GILLIES, Traffic Control Monitor $16,217.24 16,217.24
ANDREE GOULD, Data Processing Assistant $21,554.79 21,554.79
GREGORY GREEN, Traffic Control Monitor $10,714.75 10,714.75
JOANN HENDERSON, Retail Sales Clerk $9,161.04 9,161.04
ABBY HIGGINS, Parking Attendant $5,826.28 5,826.28
RICHARD HILMER, Resource Officer $64,169.65 $10,266.75 74,436.40
COLE HOGG, Lifeguard $9,783.66 9,783.66
ALLISSA HULL, Parking Attendant $5,352.15 5,352.15
NATALIE HULL, Gate Officer $9,732.00 9,732.00
MITCHELL JACOBS, Lifeguard $9,337.52 9,337.52
DAWN JOHNSON, Parking Attendant $9,375.81 9,375.81
GREGORY JOHNSON, Asst Head Lifeguard $11,810.76 11,810.76
EMMA KARLSON, Shorebird Monitor $1,224.88 1,224.88
PATRICIA KASANOVICH, Parks Office Manager $62,461.07 $7,254.51 $650.00 70,365.58
JOHN KERIG, Custodian $47,240.00 $5,204.55 52,444.55
JOHN KNOWLES, Gate Officer $3,869.47 3,869.47
LAUREN KOCHANOWICZ, Endangered Species
Monitor
$12,122.69 12,122.69
BRONAGH LA GRASSA, Gate Officer $4,775.62 4,775.62
GEORGE LAKE, Beach Ranger $15,631.10 $976.86 16,607.96
AVERY LAPHAM, Parking Attendant $5,956.15 5,956.15
ELIZABETH MACOMB, Assist Beach Director $2,966.16 2,966.16
JULIA MALLOY, Endangered Species Monitor $4,031.20 4,031.20
MARIELLE MCENANEY, Shorebird Monitor $3,411.88 3,411.88
MICHAEL MCGEE, Parking Attendant $4,597.87 4,597.87
MARGO MCINTYRE, Gate Officer $2,600.12 2,600.12
BRIDGET MCMANUS, Lifeguard $7,905.84 7,905.84
MATTHEW MCMANUS, Lifeguard $10,045.56 10,045.56
JAMIEN MESERVEY, Shorebird Monitor $1,777.50 1,777.50
SASHA MILSKY, Shorebird Monitor $4,373.99 4,373.99
SAMANTHA MISKIV, Shorebird Monitor $10,119.18 10,119.18
THOMAS MISKIV, Assist Head Lifeguard $14,235.17 14,235.17
ALEXIS MONTALTO, Parking Attendant $4,005.25 4,005.25
ROBERT MONTALTO, Beach Ranger $17,900.89 17,900.89
JACK MONTGOMERY, Parking Attendant $5,120.30 5,120.30
ALEC MONTIERO, Parks Maintenance Worker $8,422.43 $72.44 $54.86 8,549.73
JOHN MURPHY, Maintenance Worker $6,997.20 $140.57 7,137.77
SARAH NEWCOMB-BAKER, Head Lifeguard $13,112.81 13,112.81
MEREDITH NEWMAN, Shorebird Monitor $3,516.99 3,516.99
THERESA NOONAN, Lifeguard $7,500.27 7,500.27
KILEY O'GARA, Parking Attendant $4,515.45 4,515.45
RYAN PACILEO, Parking Attendant $4,283.65 4,283.65
SETH PEARSON, Bldg & Fac Maintenance $64,501.65 $500.00 65,001.65
ANTHONY PIKE, Beach Safety Sup $56,100.44 $42,813.54 98,913.98
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COURTNEY REDIHAN, Parking Attendant $2,095.10 2,095.10
RYAN REDIHAN, Endangered Species Monitor $4,872.25 4,872.25
AIDEN RHODES, Parking Attendant $2,151.75 2,151.75
JACOB RICE, Lifeguard $9,598.96 9,598.96
JOSHUA RICE, Lifeguard $9,271.14 9,271.14
MATTHEW RICE, Lifeguard $11,033.38 11,033.38
MEGHAN ROBINSON, Shorebird Monitor $2,720.90 2,720.90
WILLIAM ROLLINS, Gate Officer $10,938.12 10,938.12
BENJAMIN RUSSELL, Lifeguard $5,976.71 5,976.71
LAWREN THOMSON, Parking Attendant $3,046.21 3,046.21
ALEXIS VALINE, Parking Attendant $2,084.28 2,084.28
LOGAN VALINE, Parking Attendant $3,282.50 3,282.50
CLAIRE VARNUM, Shorebird Monitor $760.80 760.80
BRIAN VOKE, Lifeguard $7,132.96 7,132.96
LILLIAN VOKE, Lifeguard $1,239.23 1,239.23
BRITTANY WATTS, Gate Officer $4,841.52 4,841.52
MARGARET WATTS, Seasonal Sticker Clerk $21,738.88 21,738.88
MATTHEW WATTS, Skilled Laborer $26,386.65 26,386.65
LIANNA WISSMANN, Lifeguard $11,281.63 11,281.63
KELLY WOOD, Seasonal Sticker Clerk $13,723.24 13,723.24
DAVID YOUNG, Beach Ranger $10,891.36 10,891.36
ORLEANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
JONATHAN ALLARD, Ed Assist School $40,248.34 $1,200.00 41,448.34
MARGARET ALLARD, Ed Assist School $28,653.93 $1,700.00 30,353.93
BETHANY AMBROSE, Teachers Union $96,674.56 96,674.56
GLENN ASHLEY, School Custodian $53,084.56 $246.10 $600.00 53,930.66
JESSICA BEAN, Teachers Union $64,242.52 64,242.52
LEAH BELLIVEAU, Teachers Union $17,039.40 $1,029.48 18,068.88
KAITLIN BLEHM, Speech Language Pathlogist $85,165.00 85,165.00
LOUISE BOHANNON, School Secretary $34,753.85 34,753.85
KATHLEEN BOVINO, Teachers Union $94,634.00 94,634.00
KERRY BRODEUR, Substitute Teacher $520.00 520.00
KIMBERLY BRUEMMER, Teachers Union $94,634.00 $1,500.00 96,134.00
THOMAS BULMAN, School Custodian $29,447.85 $691.06 $600.00 30,738.91
SHARNALI CASTRO, Teacher $19,592.20 19,592.20
STONLEIGH CASWELL, Teacher $16,237.84 16,237.84
LISA CHAPPEL, School Cafeteria $36,119.93 $3,431.58 $795.18 40,346.69
AMY CHRISTOPHER, Ed Assist School $35,409.42 $450.00 35,859.42
MARNIE COLLEA, Ed Assist School $30,478.31 $490.00 30,968.31
ARLYNN CONSIGLIO NOKS, Secretary Nauset $57.47 57.47
ELAINE CYR, Special Needs Teacher $59,509.00 59,509.00
CAITLIN DAILEY, Teachers Union $44,466.92 44,466.92
CARINA DASILVA, Teacher $66,177.12 66,177.12
MARISMAR DECASTRO, Substitute Teacher $96.00 96.00
CHRISTINE DESIMONE, Substitute Teacher $1,769.86 $189.10 1,958.96
EMILY EDWARDS, Spanish Teacher $38,829.25 38,829.25
MICHELE ELDRIDGE, Teachers Union $99,704.56 $2,000.00 101,704.56
SARA FALINE, Substitute Teacher $270.00 270.00
CIRRUS FARBER, Teachers Union $90,324.00 90,324.00
KAREN FRANKEL, Teachers Union $68,837.24 $500.00 69,337.24
AMY GIBSON, School Secretary $50,626.75 $2,249.02 -$288.60 52,587.17
LAURA GILL, Substitute Teacher $1,050.00 1,050.00
DIANNE GLASER-GILREIN, Substitute Teacher $90.00 90.00
PATRICIA GREGORY, Substitute Teacher $240.00 240.00
CAROLYN HOGAN, Substitute Teacher $795.00 795.00
CHARLES HOLLANDER-ESSIG, Teachers Union $58,172.40 $1,500.00 59,672.40
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MARTHA JENKINS, Teachers Union $98,309.30 $2,500.00 100,809.30
ROSEMARY JOHNSON, Substitute Teacher $440.00 $70.00 510.00
NINA KEATING, Tech Teacher $48,289.48 48,289.48
MARY SUE KEOHAN, Substitute Teacher $1,800.00 1,800.00
SHEILA LACEY, School Adjustment Counselor $57,229.24 57,229.24
ERIN LAGASSE, Teachers Union $97,469.00 97,469.00
LARISA LOPARDO, Substitute Teacher $48.00 48.00
RACHAEL LOVE, Substitute Teacher $5,284.19 5,284.19
LORI MACLEOD-YOUNGMAN, Teachers Union $100,981.50 100,981.50
ANNE MORONTA, Teachers Union $76,175.76 76,175.76
PAUL MULLIN, Sub Gym Teacher $180.00 180.00
JESSICA MURRAY, Teachers Union $94,634.00 $500.00 95,134.00
BENTEN NIGGEL, Substitute Teacher $80.00 80.00
TRACI NOONE, Substitute Teacher $90.00 90.00
LILY OLIN, Substitute Teacher $790.00 $140.00 930.00
SUZAN PARISSE, Teacher $15,612.32 15,612.32
DEBORAH PAVLOFSKY, Ed Assist School $40,711.67 $1,700.00 42,411.67
ELAINE PENDER-BOKANOVICH, OES Principal $124,207.47 124,207.47
ALLAN PETERSON, Teachers Union $94,802.47 94,802.47
MARY ELLEN REED, Teachers Union $87,056.00 87,056.00
SUZANNE REQUA-TRAUTZ, Substitute Teacher $83.00 83.00
SUSAN RICHER, Teachers Union $94,634.00 94,634.00
KAYLEEN ROSATO, Ed Assist School $26,065.25 $1,400.00 27,465.25
CYNTHIA SALAMONE, Substitute Teacher $180.00 180.00
ANTHONY SANZO, Head Custodian $59,134.80 $4,031.32 $642.47 63,808.59
BRIAN SCALLEY, Special Needs Teacher $58,571.52 58,571.52
JEFFERY SCHWAB, Teachers Union $89,070.00 89,070.00
MELANIE SMALL, School Cafeteria Worker $11,540.48 $1,041.30 $225.00 12,806.78
GAIL SMITH, Ed Assist School $25,122.12 $1,200.00 26,322.12
ANGELA STAGAKIS, Substitute Teacher $2,221.18 2,221.18
KAREN STARUK, Teachers Union $40,428.34 $1,400.00 41,828.34
DAWN STEBER, Teachers Union $54,836.66 $500.00 55,336.66
JUDITH SUCHECKI, Teachers Union $67,122.00 $5,205.75 72,327.75
VALERIE SULLIVAN, Substitute Teacher $70.00 70.00
ANN TEFFT, School Operations $80.33 80.33
ABEL THAYER, Substitute Teacher $3,623.04 3,623.04
JUDITH UPDEGRAFF, Teachers Union $81,238.00 81,238.00
NANCY WALDRON, Teachers Union $69,560.32 $2,500.00 72,060.32
SHANNON WALDRON, Substitute Teacher $180.00 180.00
LYNN WALSH, Ed Assist School $20,410.35 $450.00 20,860.35
TRACY WATERS, Teacher $28,956.47 28,956.47
CANDACE WHITE, Substitute Teacher $90.00 90.00
LIANNA WISSMANN, Ed Assist School $17,145.54 17,145.54
LAURA WRIGHT, Teachers Union $75,153.60 75,153.60
KARA YUEN, Teachers Union $96,051.50 96,051.50
STEPHANIE ZUCKERMAN, Substitute Teacher $70.00 70.00
HISTORICAL COMMITTEE Regular Pay OT Pay Other Pay Total
AMBER DAUPHINAIS, Hist, BCBA, OKH $933.61 $177.01 1,110.62
TOTALS $13,636,749.42 $1,386,551.69 $622,222.60 $15,645,523.71
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NAUSET REGIONAL SCHOOLS SALARIES
(01/01/2020-12/31/2020)
COACHES - Employee Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Pollert, Thomas J Coach 0.00 0.00 5,141.00 5,141.00
Roderick, Mark Z Extracurricular 0.00 0.00 1,000.00 1,000.00
Alger, Rachel A Region Coach 0.00 0.00 901.00 901.00
Arce, Marc Region Coach 0.00 0.00 497.50 497.50
Bell-Lavin, Michael J Coach 0.00 0.00 4,162.50 4,162.50
Bentley, Paul Region Coach 0.00 0.00 5,267.00 5,267.00
Bohlin, Neill H Coach 0.00 0.00 518.48 518.48
Brenneman, Thomas R Coach 0.00 0.00 2,401.00 2,401.00
Cullinan, Ryan M Coach 0.00 0.00 3,831.00 3,831.00
Curtin, Kevin Coach 0.00 0.00 1,274.75 1,274.75
Dalmau, Tony Region Coach 0.00 0.00 462.58 462.58
DeLaVega, Marcus L Coach 0.00 0.00 3,831.00 3,831.00
Fancy, Ronald A Coach 0.00 0.00 1,878.80 1,878.80
Gildehaus, Christopher Q Coach 0.00 0.00 5,141.00 5,141.00
Goguen Jr, Ronald P Coach 0.00 0.00 2,818.20 2,818.20
Guttmann, Brendan J Community Educ/Coach 3,065.00 0.00 0.00 3,065.00
Harrigan, Kevin D Coach 0.00 0.00 3,201.00 3,201.00
Johnson, Andrea g Coach 0.00 0.00 510.37 510.37
Leyton, Jean E Coach 0.00 0.00 1,915.50 1,915.50
Locke, Andrew R Coach 0.00 0.00 3,604.00 3,604.00
Lotti, Kelsey Lynn Coach 0.00 0.00 1,915.50 1,915.50
Manganaro, Salvatore J Coach 0.00 0.00 5,563.00 5,563.00
Mason, Douglas H Coach 0.00 0.00 1,346.00 1,346.00
McCarthy, John R Coach 0.00 0.00 6,023.00 6,023.00
McCully, John D HS Coach 0.00 0.00 5,141.00 5,141.00
Nobili, Moira B Coach 0.00 0.00 14,365.75 14,365.75
Piemontese, John Coach 0.00 0.00 6,023.00 6,023.00
Pini JR, Harold J Coach 0.00 0.00 1,274.75 1,274.75
Poore, Cheryl M Coach 0.00 0.00 5,141.00 5,141.00
Powell, Kaleigh S Coach 0.00 0.00 315.00 315.00
Suydam, Jennie Lynn Coach 0.00 0.00 4,696.00 4,696.00
Wilcox, Edward S Coach 0.00 0.00 3,807.00 3,807.00
Total COACHES 3,065.00 0.00 103,967.68 107,032.68
COMMUNITY
EDUCATION Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Claireaux, Christine Community Education 360.00 0.00 0.00 360.00
Doutrich, Cynthia B Communtiy Education 480.00 0.00 0.00 480.00
Higgins, Jane P Community Education 600.00 0.00 0.00 600.00
Israel, Deborah A Community Education 800.00 0.00 0.00 800.00
Mackeil, Louis M Community Education 480.00 0.00 0.00 480.00
Moll, Gloria Community Education 960.00 0.00 0.00 960.00
Newmier, Wilhelmina Asst Director Community Ed 2,885.36 0.00 0.00 2,885.36
Noyes, Richard K Community Education 480.00 0.00 0.00 480.00
Smith, Eileen A Community Education 4,800.00 0.00 0.00 4,800.00
Wentz, Charles R Community Education 180.00 0.00 0.00 180.00
Total COMMUNITY EDUCATION 12,025.36 0.00 0.00 12,025.36
HIGH SCHOOL Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Adams, Krystal M HS Guidance Secretary 36,825.31 0.00 1,278.70 38,104.01
Aitchison, Tania A HS Cafeteria 28,957.14 1,360.90 3,312.98 33,631.02
Albright, Lori S Teacher 107,836.88 0.00 2,069.36 109,906.24
Allen, Thomas F HS Teacher 55,743.60 0.00 4,646.36 60,389.96
Anderson, Norma Jean HS Teacher 67,937.16 0.00 1,301.36 69,238.52
Anthony, Daniel W HS Teacher 60,092.48 0.00 2,370.04 62,462.52
Appleton, Scott Custodian 55,785.60 0.00 1,125.00 56,910.60
Avery, Joshua Custodian 55,785.60 0.00 4,025.00 59,810.60
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HIGH SCHOOL Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Avery, Sharon E Cafeteria Worker 17,358.40 1,114.80 3,476.80 21,950.00
Bartolini-Trott, Bonnie J HS SN Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 3,939.56 104,415.56
Beasley, Katherine M SN Ed Assistant 8,973.70 0.00 2,267.39 11,241.09
Beer, Ted W HS Math Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 569.36 95,203.36
Bentz, Airami C HS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 3,071.77 97,705.77
Birchall, Joanne N HS SN Ed Assistant 40,215.96 0.00 4,353.86 44,569.82
Birchall, Ryan N HS Art Teacher 80,338.64 0.00 1,121.43 81,460.07
Blascio, Katsiaryna Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 2,320.57 96,954.57
Boggs, Christine M HS SN Teacher 56,998.36 0.00 1,804.00 58,802.36
Bohannon, Justin C Teacher 89,070.00 0.00 5,599.00 94,669.00
Bohannon, Meredith N Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 500.00 97,454.00
Bolinder, Richard Groundsman 57,449.60 0.00 1,225.00 58,674.60
Boskus, Stephen W Guidance Counselor 99,574.00 0.00 1,820.26 101,394.26
Boyd, Margaret Ed Assistant 39,958.00 0.00 930.00 40,888.00
Brady, Jennifer L HS Teacher 83,365.28 0.00 569.28 83,934.56
Brooks, Allison L HS Teacher 86,698.84 0.00 0.00 86,698.84
Brown, Lisa Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 2,313.34 102,789.34
Burnett, Laura C HS Teacher 58,571.52 0.00 569.36 59,140.88
Cameron, Katie Guidance Counselor 97,193.00 0.00 1,713.80 98,906.80
Campbell, Diane Region Access 0.00 0.00 12,461.29 12,461.29
Carpenter, Pamela HS Teacher 54,076.64 0.00 0.00 54,076.64
Caruso, Angela M HS Ed Assistant 27,505.14 0.00 530.00 28,035.14
Castellano, Alan Teacher 69,560.32 0.00 2,500.00 72,060.32
Chiarello, Kerry C SN Teacher 48,187.88 0.00 0.00 48,187.88
Citrone, Amanda V School Psychologist 71,891.84 0.00 2,646.90 74,538.74
Clark, Andrew Teacher 98,699.00 0.00 3,104.54 101,803.54
Collins, Alana J HS Ed Assistant 20,866.55 0.00 13,548.43 34,414.98
Cowan, Robert Drivers Ed Instructor 0.00 0.00 9,823.36 9,823.36
Craven, Raymond Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 2,940.86 97,574.86
Cremins, Joanne HS Secretary 40,250.28 0.00 4,927.70 45,177.98
Davies, Paul Teacher 13,666.04 0.00 0.00 13,666.04
Dill, Ellen M HS Teacher 90,324.00 0.00 3,639.19 93,963.19
Donovan, David HS Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 2,701.10 99,655.10
Eitelbach, Robin C School Adjustment Counselor 46,274.52 0.00 569.36 46,843.88
Ellsasser, Christopher W High School Principal 151,000.09 0.00 569.36 151,569.45
Endich, Roberta Librarian 100,476.00 0.00 1,134.80 101,610.80
Evans, Henry K HS Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 6,220.36 103,174.36
Fannon, Diane M HS Cafeteria Worker 13,064.39 1,301.16 3,296.74 17,662.29
Faris, Thomas A HS Teacher 98,699.00 0.00 8,083.52 106,782.52
Farrell, Karen M HS Nurse 10,481.88 0.00 0.00 10,481.88
Faucher, Roger H HS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 3,775.50 104,251.50
Fitzpatrick, Julie Anne HS Ed Assistant 37,269.72 0.00 2,589.36 39,859.08
Fleming, Sean M HS Asst Priincipal 114,680.75 0.00 0.00 114,680.75
Foster, Larkin HS SN Teacher 37,070.84 0.00 0.00 37,070.84
Gordon, Jerrold A HS Teacher 90,324.00 0.00 5,942.90 96,266.90
Graves Newton, Holly Faith Cafeteria Manager 651.44 0.00 0.00 651.44
Grozier, Christine H HS SN Ed Assistant 45,366.96 0.00 1,488.16 46,855.12
Hamer, Judith HS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 3,216.00 103,692.00
Hendrickx, Ezra HS Teacher 98,699.00 0.00 11,539.36 110,238.36
Hepinstall, Karen E HS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 4,930.73 105,406.73
Hicks, Brian R HS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 6,320.91 100,954.91
Horton, David S HS Cafeteria Worker 21,406.64 1,514.57 4,223.45 27,144.66
Hoyt, Joseph HS Teacher 41,096,80 0.00 569.28 41,666.08
Ilkovich, Katie HS SN Ed Assistant 28,159.70 0.00 1,119.36 29,279.06
Johnston, Ross B HS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 2,000.00 102,476.00
Kandall, Amy HS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 500.00 95,134.00
Keavy, Debra A HS Teacher 90,324.00 0.00 737.83 91,061.83
Kelley, Paul M HS Teacher 72,262.72 0.00 569.36 72,832.08
Kelly, Jeffrey J HS Teacher/Ed Assistant 46,213.88 0.00 0.00 46,213.88
Kenyon, Keith Edward HS Asst Principal 129,063.95 0.00 1,576.06 130,640.01
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HIGH SCHOOL Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Keon, Diane Smith HS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 2,069.36 102,545.36
Kerse-McMillin, Maura C. HS Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 10,415.19 107,369.19
King, Selena F HS Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 7,151.00 104,105.00
Kmiec, Ariana L HS Teacher 85,165.00 0.00 22,175.62 107,340.62
Kovac, Susan A High School Ed Assistant 39,958.00 0.00 1,939.04 41,897.04
Kuech, Andrew J Substitute 0.00 0.00 3,240.00 3,240.00
LaBranche, Christine W HS Secretary 40,250.28 0.00 21,096.48 61,346.76
LaBranche, Robert A HS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 12,450.52 107,084.52
Lagasse, Karen M HS Teacher 98,699.00 0.00 7,151.00 105,850.00
Layne, Alster A HS Custodian 43,135.12 0.00 5,709.60 48,844.72
Leary, Geoffrey W Driver Ed Coord/Instructor 0.00 0.00 398.00 398.00
Lebow, Elizabeth A HS Teacher 89,851.12 0.00 15,040.00 104,891.12
Lindahl, Paul HS Teacher 67,122.00 0.00 500.00 67,622.00
Lopardo, Larisa HS Cafeteria 5,344.47 0.00 2,235.00 7,579.47
Loureiro, Cristina O Computer Tech Support 39,221.85 0.00 0.00 39,221.85
Lum, Sally HS Teacher 90,324.00 0.00 0.00 90,324.00
MacDonald, Kathleen Z HS Teacher 98,699.00 0.00 17,388.64 116,087.64
Madoc-Jones, Jessica HS Teacher 26,262.58 0.00 6,238.41 32,500.99
Margotta, Genevieve SNider HS SN Teacher 60,916.68 0.00 569.36 61,486.04
Marquit, Jayne H Ed Assistant 31,234.09 0.00 1,760.00 32,994.09
Mathison, Alexis K HS Teacher 53,692.36 0.00 2,007.06 55,699.42
Mathison, Mark W HS SN Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 3,401.00 98,035.00
Mattson, John K HS Athletic Director 105,404.10 0.00 284.64 105,688.74
Maynard, Kenneth HS Teacher 0.00 0.00 9,019.40 9,019.40
McCully, Kathleen F HS Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 2,569.36 99,523.36
McGown, Jane HS Teacher 98,699.00 0.00 5,979.77 104,678.77
McGrath, Scott HS Pe Teacher 71,168.70 0.00 3,901.24 75,069.94
McLeod, Alison C HS Guid Counselor 13,144.50 0.00 701.10 13,845.60
McNamara, Michael P HS Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 1,074.86 98,028.86
Milan, Neal A Director of Access Program 115,424.93 0.00 569.36 115,994.29
Morton, Vanessa L HS SN Teacher 69,737.75 0.00 3,951.67 73,689.42
Mowers, Kelly E Ell HS Teacher 2,889.93 0.00 25,995.85 28,885.78
Mulholland, Sean J HS Teacher 89,070.00 0.00 6,741.93 95,811.93
Murphy, Alanna M HS SN Teacher 65,883.28 0.00 2,966.43 68,849.71
Nannini, Anthony J High School Facilities Mgr 75,499.19 554.70 869.36 76,923.25
Nelson, Jr, Roger E HS Ed Assistant 40,215.96 0.00 1,400.00 41,615.96
Nielsen, Lise Hembrough Driver Education Teacher 0.00 0.00 3,582.00 3,582.00
Novacon, Karen J HS Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 2,102.08 99,056.08
Ochoa-Roloff, Carolina HS Teacher 101,566.88 0.00 65.44 101,632.32
Ogden, Virginia R HS Teacher 85,197.00 0.00 2,500.00 87,697.00
Orlandella, Lisa E HS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 7,364.02 101,998.02
Pavlu, Michele M HS Athletic Trainer 81,238.00 0.00 1,963.20 83,201.20
Peno, Jesse S HS Teacher 89,070.00 0.00 1,602.61 90,672.61
Peters, Rydell S HS Teacher 60,916.68 0.00 1,369.40 62,286.08
Pickard, Jacob F SN Teacher 54,940.00 0.00 2,405.73 57,345.73
Pollo, Ricardo R High School Teacher 83,365.28 0.00 700.16 84,065.44
Potts, David G HS Teacher 85,197.00 0.00 19,774.92 104,971.92
Quigley, Julie E HS Teacher 40,557.56 0.00 569.36 41,126.92
Read, Lynn E Ed Assistant 40,215.96 0.00 2,320.00 42,535.96
Reeves, Emily M HS Ed Assistant 2,262.03 0.00 0.00 2,262.03
Reeves, Jessica Jean Math Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 1,664.00 96,298.00
Richards, Sharon C HS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 9,421.72 104,055.72
Roberts, Amy Lynn Spanish Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 5,151.00 105,627.00
Rohmer, Edward F Integration Tech Specialist 61,500.00 0.00 0.00 61,500.00
Ross, Maureen Keegan SN Ed Assistant 28,039.62 0.00 2,192.21 30,231.83
Schwebach, Suzanne M Ed Assistant 27,841.80 0.00 277.50 28,119.30
Seiser, Beth A HS Teacher 60,916.68 0.00 1,872.76 62,789.44
Shedlosky III, Robert HS SN Ed Assistant 6,898.88 0.00 2,348.14 9,247.02
Simpson, Courtney W HS Teacher 90,324.00 0.00 569.36 90,893.36
Simpson, Luke E HS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 1,179.40 95,813.40
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HIGH SCHOOL Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Smith, Dorothea A Guidance Counselor 103,192.00 0.00 13,728.64 116,920.64
Smith, Jenny L HS SN Ed Assistant 14,124.94 0.00 220.00 14,344.94
Smith, Noelle K Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 5,790.04 100,424.04
Spampinato, Marcia W HS Principal's Secretary 61,974.73 0.00 2,790.05 64,764.78
Spencer, Susan J HS SN Ed Assistant 40,903.56 0.00 1,600.00 42,503.56
Spurr, Kelly L HS Athletics 0.00 0.00 420.00 420.00
Staniels, Jaime L HS Nurse 43,097.52 0.00 0.00 43,097.52
Stevens, Heather L HS Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 3,708.38 100,662.38
Stevens, Jennifer L HS Teacher 78,738.52 0.00 1,728.50 80,467.02
Stewart, Sarah E HS Guidance Counselor 74,766.64 0.00 2,354.50 77,121.14
Straughn, Eren HS Custodian 40,589.92 148.65 2,214.00 42,952.57
Strunk, Bruce R HS Teacher 83,688.00 0.00 18,495.15 102,183.15
Sullivan, Erin B HS SN Teacher 100,975.46 0.00 8,475.63 109,451.09
Terrenzi, Kelly J HS Teacher 83,688.00 0.00 6,173.97 89,861.97
Tichnor, Richard L HS Teacher 40,562.80 0.00 0.00 40,562.80
Timmons, Mae A HS Speech Therapist 100,476.00 0.00 4,254.30 104,730.30
Tortorella, Susan L HS Teacher 89,070.00 0.00 1,270.46 90,340.46
Traut, Justin L HS Teacher 36,051.04 0.00 0.00 36,051.04
Tringale, Kathleen A HS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 7,829.66 108,305.66
Tupper, Katherine HS SN Secretary 44,975.84 0.00 1,350.00 46,325.84
Tupper, Stephanie J HS Teacher 74,111.56 0.00 569.36 74,680.92
Wall, Lauren J Ed Assistant 40,348.34 0.00 2,860.11 43,208.45
Weeks, Addison J HS Teacher 55,557.04 0.00 6,197.80 61,754.84
White, Brian M Guidance Counselor 103,192.00 0.00 2,603.30 105,795.30
Wilson, Ellis S HS Custodian 41,835.68 153.30 2,214.00 44,202.98
Yurgelun, Nancy C HS SN Teacher 27,406.16 0.00 25,500.55 52,906.71
deBaun Yates, Jenny E HS Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 569.36 97,523.36
Total HIGH SCHOOL 10,192,795.05 6,148.08 6,148.08 10,789,905.50
MIDDLE SCHOOL Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Allen, Lyndsey E MS SN Ed Assistant 14,258.12 0.00 804.22 15,062.34
Ambrose, Clifford Custodian 54,919.76 249.90 2,838.90 57,758.66
Anthony, Megan L Middle School Teacher 94,908.64 0.00 257.16 95,165.80
Bader, Brandon MS SN Ed Assistant 23,090.11 0.00 1,325.85 24,415.96
Bader, Carol A MS SN Secretary 43,133.55 0.00 4,214.17 47,347.72
Baldwin, Nancy P Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 1,917.50 98,871.50
Barr, Greggory A Middle School Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 4,694.95 99,328.95
Beaty, Karen A MS Teacher 18,579.12 0.00 65.44 18,644.56
Berger, Hayden F SN Ed Assistant 24,933.53 0.00 7,801.11 32,734.64
Bertrand, Shannon Teacher 47,836.72 0.00 0.00 47,836.72
Birch, Dian A Nurse 11,988.16 0.00 0.00 11,988.16
Blair, Gail L Ed Assistant 34,617.47 0.00 1,460.00 36,077.47
Blau, Reva T MS Teacher 71,260.12 0.00 276.70 71,536.82
Bonanni, John M MS SN Teacher 68,518.88 0.00 243.98 68,762.86
Brady, Joann L Data Reporting Specialist 66,944.10 0.00 0.00 66,944.10
Bucar, James F Ed Assistant 41,729.73 0.00 2,378.00 44,107.73
Bucknor, Chelsea S MS SN Teacher 58,571.52 0.00 2,004.46 60,575.98
BurrougHS, Leigh A Middle School Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 0.00 96,954.00
Caira, Kristen M MS SN Teacher 61,769.68 0.00 976.05 62,745.73
Canter, Aaron M Teacher 89,455.84 0.00 488.02 89,943.86
Carlson, Jan MS Secretary 44,138.56 0.00 1,600.00 45,738.56
Cedeno, Anthony G MS Guidance 103,192.00 0.00 988.02 104,180.02
Chapman, Anthony Custodian 55,785.60 375.47 2,964.47 58,750.07
Clark, Stacey C MS SN Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 800.33 95,434.33
Cohen, Paul H Middle School Custodian 45,395.20 417.31 6,130.90 51,526.10
Conroy, Cali A Middle School Teacher 13,376.42 0.00 0.00 13,376.42
Curtis, Karen MS SN Ed Asst. 33,415.17 0.00 1,420.00 34,835.17
Daley, Sarah J MS School Psychologist 18,678.16 0.00 0.00 18,678.16
DeOliviera, Cynthia B MS Cafeteria Manager 41,289.30 271.76 4,881.69 46,170.99
Dewey, Erika M Teacher 45,056.80 0.00 0.00 45,056.80
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MIDDLE SCHOOL Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
DiPaolo, Beverly J MS Teacher 42,205.52 0.00 477.00 42,682.52
Dias, Antonia MS Cafetria 18,234.94 0.00 229.59 18,464.53
Earle, Peter Extracurricular 0.00 0.00 3,607.00 3,607.00
Ferreira, Shannah J MS SN Teacher 41,661.00 0.00 0.00 41,661.00
Fields, Stephanie L MS SN Ed Assistant 40,434.53 0.00 1,740.54 42,175.07
Flanagan, Julie M MS Teacher 99,245.76 0.00 32.72 99,278.48
Fleischer, Amy L MS Teacher 73,362.96 0.00 243.98 73,606.94
Gengarelly, Laurie J MS SN Ed Assistant 40,365.56 0.00 2,000.00 42,365.56
Glennon, Margaret A MS Teacher 65,883.28 0.00 2,835.00 68,718.28
Grant, Jennifer Educational Assistant 39,958.00 0.00 1,906.05 41,864.05
Gula, Jennifer E MS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 500.00 100,976.00
Hagopian, Berj N MS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 2,647.02 103,123.02
Hall, Auburn LF MS Teacher 47,563.84 0.00 505.50 48,069.34
Hamilton, Jennifer M MS School Psychologist 42,864.56 0.00 0.00 42,864.56
Hammond, Majen P Teacher 24,986.00 0.00 0.00 24,986.00
Hartung, Bonnie K MS Nurse 76,032.64 0.00 0.00 76,032.64
Harvey, Katherine MS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 0.00 94,634.00
Houghton, David L MS SN Ed Assistant 5,686.61 0.00 0.00 5,686.61
Howell, Pamela T MS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 4,916.41 99,550.41
Hutton, Sarah P MS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 3,111.70 97,745.70
Jackman, Bonnie E Social Worker 110,751.84 0.00 1,227.37 111,979.21
Johnson, Colleen Warwick Ed Assistant 26,443.08 0.00 1,629.61 28,072.69
Johnson, Gregory H MS Ed Assistant 36,464.14 0.00 950.00 37,414.14
Jones, John P MS Custodian 24,056.20 90.48 390.48 24,446.68
Kainen, Erick L MS Teacher 17,226.00 0.00 0.00 17,226.00
Kelly, Jodi L MS Teacher 55,837.68 0.00 0.00 55,837.68
Kendrew, Ingrid E MS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 3,807.59 98,441.59
Kieffer, Johanne M MS SN Ed Assistant 40,215.96 0.00 910.00 41,125.96
Kirouac, Sean MS Teacher 88,098.16 0.00 1,089.77 89,187.93
Kobold, Julie MS Principal 133,979.90 0.00 0.00 133,979.90
Koch, Michelle R Tutor 28,934.65 0.00 870.00 29,804.65
Krikorian, Kathleen MS SN Ed Assistant 44,343.52 0.00 1,918.02 46,261.54
Lane, Theresa L Ed Assistant 40,215.96 0.00 6,138.43 46,354.39
Lavery, Brian D MS Pe Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 9,209.21 103,843.21
Leighton, Ann C Spanish Teacher 84,372.84 0.00 3,388.46 87,761.30
Leong, Michelle P MS Teacher 65,883.28 0.00 3,829.00 69,712.28
Liska, Kathleen l SN Ed Assistant 29,717.22 0.00 692.79 30,410.01
MacLelland, Eloise G MS Teacher 98,699.00 0.00 500.00 99,199.00
MacNeill Malloy, Constance MS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 1,626.59 96,260.59
Mack, Ian B Integration Tec Specialist 8,654.40 0.00 0.00 8,654.40
Mack, Kristina L MS SN Teacher 85,165.00 0.00 977.63 86,142.63
Maloney, Rose M MS SN Ed Assistant 25,058.26 0.00 8,275.81 33,334.07
Mancuso, Antonio MS Custodian 8,139.60 0.00 300.00 8,439.60
McCarthy, Tammy J MS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 0.00 100,476.00
McConchie, Ann S MS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 4,249.48 104,725.48
McCormack, Patrick Tutor 12,404.96 0.00 0.00 12,404.96
Monaghan, Cathy F MS Teacher 94,634.00 0.00 0.00 94,634.00
Moore, Michael G MS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 2,500.00 102,976.00
Morris, Catherine E Ed Assistant 40,434.53 0.00 1,580.00 42,014.53
Needel, Anne M MS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 866.00 101,342.00
Newell, Jessica A MS Adjustment Counselor 70,370.68 0.00 0.00 70,370.68
Newman, Molly C MS Teacher 13,166.38 0.00 243.98 13,410.36
Nicholson, Dawn Ed Assistant 41,233.03 0.00 1,486.05 42,719.08
Nickerson, Linda MS Nurse 57,937.84 0.00 1,950.00 59,887.84
O'Brien, Mary Catherine Ed Assistant 27,103.19 0.00 220.00 27,323.19
O'Hara, Cristin E MS Teacher 90,324.00 0.00 500.00 90,824.00
O'Neil, Dawn J MS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 4,840.50 105,316.50
Pacileo, Marisa A MS Ed Assistant 31,679.64 0.00 3,822.00 35,501.64
Paulus, Ann K MS Teacher 89,160.30 0.00 0.00 89,160.30
Pavlu, Edward J MS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 9,181.71 109,657.71
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MIDDLE SCHOOL Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Perry, Vivian M Ed Assistant 34,836.04 0.00 970.00 35,806.04
Peters, Kristin E MS SN Teacher 65,883.28 0.00 16,240.68 82,123.96
Peters, Richard E MS Custodian 52,019.14 228.09 659.69 52,678.83
Peterson, Richard F Teacher 98,699.00 0.00 932.18 99,631.18
Pino, Marie T MS Guidance Secretary 53,208.27 0.00 0.00 53,208.27
Pirtle, Leslie E MS Teachers 88,571.12 0.00 1,402.20 89,973.32
Post, Rebecca HD MS Ed Assistant 1,361.04 0.00 0.00 1,361.04
Prickitt, Margaret H HS SN Ed Assistant 28,039.62 0.00 1,341.62 29,381.24
Puffer, Jacqueline A Middle School Teacher 68,518.88 0.00 0.00 68,518.88
Rae, Stephanie M NRMS Assist Principal 114,694.94 0.00 0.00 114,694.94
Reddish, Karen A MS Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 3,366.50 103,842.50
Richard, Paul MS Head Custodian 64,992.40 220.76 2,330.76 67,323.16
Roy, Marie-France Middle School Teacher 91,650.16 0.00 0.00 91,650.16
Schnitzer, Dawn N MS SN Teacher 97,490.96 0.00 0.00 97,490.96
Sheehan, William P MS SN Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 500.00 100,976.00
Siemer, Nancy A MS Ed Assistant 31,511.50 0.00 1,860.50 33,372.00
Silva, Pamela MS Secretary To The
Principal 60,899.42 0.00 1,100.00 61,999.42
SimMS, John MS Teacher 80,158.72 0.00 0.00 80,158.72
Simpson, Christy L MS Teacher 78,328.32 0.00 976.05 79,304.37
Smith, Audrey C MS Long Term Sub 0.00 0.00 8,092.20 8,092.20
Smith, Lorraine MS Speech Therapist 100,476.00 0.00 6,282.00 106,758.00
Sousa, Katie E MS SN Teacher 100,476.00 0.00 4,543.68 105,019.68
Thatcher, Kimberly A MS SN Ed Assistant 44,115.44 0.00 6,083.50 50,198.94
VanKleef Jr, Harold M Groundsman 43,135.12 1,482.97 1,782.97 44,918.09
Vining, Kerri L SN Teacher 85,197.00 0.00 500.00 85,697.00
Von Hausen, Estefania G MS Teacher 67,820.36 0.00 3,155.15 70,975.51
Walther, Wendy T MS Teacher 73,352.32 0.00 2,395.59 75,747.91
Ward, Lawrence F MS Custodian 44,475.04 379.39 2,343.39 46,818.43
Warren, Patricia A MS SN Teacher 98,277.70 0.00 7,805.94 106,083.64
Wiley, Kerry MS SN Ed Assistant 40,074.14 0.00 1,820.00 41,894.14
Williams, Monique A MS SN Ed Assistant 20,312.38 0.00 601.75 20,914.13
Williams, Shelby E Guid Coun/ Soc Work 99,574.00 0.00 1,227.37 100,801.37
Total MIDDLE SCHOOL 7,389,921.01 3,716.13 7,622,689.64
OES Grant-Funded Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Bovino, Kathleen Teacher 0.00 0.00 505.50 505.50
Carroll-Reed, Mary Ellen Nurse 0.00 0.00 23,020.48 23,020.48
Castro, Sharnali K Orleans Teacher 0.00 0.00 453.84 453.84
Chappel, Lisa A Orleans Cafeteria Manager 939.40 0.00 231.60 1,171.00
Christopher, Amy M Oes Ed Assistant 0.00 0.00 680.76 680.76
Cyr, Elaine M Oes SN Teacher 29,561.00 0.00 2,401.57 31,962.57
Da Silva, Carina C Esl Teacher 0.00 0.00 9,170.58 9,170.58
DeSimone, Christine Tutor 0.00 0.00 680.76 680.76
Edwards, Emily Ann Oes Teacher 0.00 0.00 397.11 397.11
Eldridge, Michele Oes Teacher 0.00 0.00 194.75 194.75
Frankel, Karen A Teacher 16,359.76 0.00 0.00 16,359.76
Jenkins, Martha F Teacher 2,484.16 0.00 1,626.26 4,110.42
Keating, Nina P OES Teacher 0.00 0.00 1,090.60 1,090.60
Lagasse, Erin Teacher 0.00 0.00 1,793.25 1,793.25
Moronta, Anne T Oes Teacher 2,154.16 0.00 0.00 2,154.16
Richer, Susan M Teacher 0.00 0.00 168.47 168.47
Rosato, Kayleen E Ed Assistant 0.00 0.00 276.38 276.38
Staruk, Karen L Ed Assistant 0.00 0.00 1,815.36 1,815.36
Steber, Dawn K Teacher 0.00 0.00 3,255.26 3,255.26
Waldron, Nancy Teacher 0.00 0.00 38.95 38.95
Wissmann, Lianna K Oes Ed Assistant 0.00 0.00 4,697.00 4,697.00
Yuen, Kara W Oes Librarian 0.00 0.00 453.84 453.84
Total ORLEANS ELEMENTARY 51,498.48 0.00 52,952.32 104,450.80
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REGION ONLY
Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Day, Judith MS Cafeteria 29,580.76 748.76 4,958.43 34,539.19
Edwards, Julie Physical Therapist 59,182.56 0.00 7,073.80 66,256.36
Fitzgerald, Esther Adult Ed Director 22,258.56 0.00 850.00 23,108.56
Manach, Emily R Educational Assistant 20,917.18 0.00 13,614.14 34,531.32
O'Connell, Nancy Wes Preschool Teacher 68,330.04 0.00 4,740.23 73,070.27
Raimo, Carey Occupational Therapist 94,634.00 0.00 3,842.00 98,476.00
Rice, Daria W Occupational Therapist 90,324.00 0.00 0.00 90,324.00
Rotti, Marjorie H Secr To Adult Ed Director 1,759.80 0.00 600.00 2,359.80
Souza, Judith E Cafeteria 26,585.76 1,074.68 5,584.35 32,170.11
Total REGION ONLY 413,572.66 1,823.44 41,262.95 454,835.61
REGION REVOLVING
Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Ferrara, Margaret M Preschool Ed Assistant 30,028.13 0.00 1,847.60 31,875.73
O'Connell, Joanne T Speech/Language Preschool 56,780.40 0.00 3,245.34 60,025.74
Stevens, Joanna W Pre School Director 69,979.55 0.00 0.00 69,979.55
Total REGION REVOLVING 156,788.08 0.00 5,092.94 161,881.02
REGION SHARED Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Ahern, Shannon M Social Worker 32,475.00 0.00 0.00 32,475.00
Belastock, Eileen C Director Of Technology 59,425.96 0.00 0.00 59,425.96
Boulos, Constance Treasurer 16,806.40 0.00 0.00 16,806.40
Buchanan, Mary E Director Of Student Srvs 70,000.06 0.00 0.00 70,000.06
Caretti, Ann Director Of Student Srvs 75,107.50 0.00 6,000.00 81,107.50
Conrad, Thomas Superintendent Of Schools 206,246.98 0.00 0.00 206,246.98
Consiglio-Noks, Arlynn Admin Asst To
Superintendent 72,937.44 0.00 431.03 73,368.47
Daley, Janet H Business Office Clerk 49,844.99 0.00 0.00 49,844.99
Fernandes, Abigail L Co Secretary A/P 62,741.85 0.00 0.00 62,741.85
Forgione, Carol A Hr Director 100,917.10 0.00 0.00 100,917.10
Gauley, Keith Assistant Superintendent 64,905.12 0.00 0.00 64,905.12
Kremer, Ralf Network Systems Admin 89,761.77 0.00 900.00 90,661.77
Lavoine, Barbara A Director Of Technology 53,523.54 0.00 0.00 53,523.54
Miller, Sarah E Secret To Student Svcs Dir 62,280.04 0.00 0.00 62,280.04
Mohan, Thomas Out Of District Coordinator 44,798.08 0.00 0.00 44,798.08
Murray, Susan G Director Of Food Serivce 94,739.25 0.00 12,775.60 107,514.85
Newcomb, Lori L. Secry To Business Manager 56,111.61 0.00 0.00 56,111.61
Nowack, James M Accounting Manager 115,707.97 0.00 0.00 115,707.97
Sandison, Rhonda J HR & Accounting Assistant 50,171.53 1,125.75 1,125.75 51,297.28
Tefft, Ann M Administrative Asst To Sup. 82,879.48 0.00 1,686.85 84,566.33
Venditti, Giovanna B Dir Of Finance & Operations 147,793.52 0.00 0.00 147,793.52
Wallen, Susan A Payroll And Benefits Coord 73,785.54 0.00 0.00 73,785.54
Yarletts, Mackenzie L. Computer Technician 64,684.67 0.00 750.00 65,434.67
Total REGION SHARED 1,747,645.40 1,125.75 23,669.23 1,771,314.63
REG GRANT FUNDED Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Allard, Margaret E Ed Assistant 11,845.36 0.00 1,189.24 13,034.60
Anson, Amy H Pre School Ed Assistant 23,548.38 0.00 693.73 24,242.11
Bianchi, Elizabeth A Ed Assistant 32,172.77 0.00 3,570.56 35,743.33
Bono, Sonja A Adjustment Counselor 9,001.36 0.00 0.00 9,001.36
Brunelle, Donna M Ed Assistant 687.60 0.00 0.00 687.60
Callahan, Anna S Substitute 8,020.74 0.00 12,161.27 20,182.01
Callahan, Kristen E Technology Integ Director 47,387.84 0.00 2,072.62 49,460.46
Carr, Deborah Ed Assistant 4,598.24 0.00 10,346.76 14,945.00
Clark, Katherine A Wes SN Teacher 17,773.03 0.00 453.84 18,226.87
Dadoly, Kimberly L SN Ed Assistant 20,046.61 0.00 1,481.25 21,527.86
Doherty, Michaela B Preschool Secretary 33,318.80 0.00 1,100.00 34,418.80
Escher, Mary Christine Teacher 25,434.00 0.00 7,726.50 33,160.50
Feightner, Hilary E Pre-School Teacher 12,799.17 0.00 0.00 12,799.17
Hinote, Danielle DeSimone Preschool OT 60,916.88 0.00 775.31 61,692.19
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REG GRANT FUNDED Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
King, Kelly A Pre-School Teacher 96,954.00 0.00 1,588.44 98,542.44
Kyle, Victoria E Occupational Therapist 68,518.88 0.00 1,096.78 69,615.66
Margotta, Kathryn M Ed Assistant 32,172.77 0.00 3,240.81 35,413.58
Meyer, Deborah A Teacher Title 1 And SBES 32,446.04 0.00 1,651.28 34,097.32
Montano, Dawn M Ed Assistant 32,172.77 0.00 4,376.29 36,549.06
Park, Jamie M Pre School Therapist 7,794.03 0.00 0.00 7,794.03
Pranga, Christina L Ed Assistant Preschool 13,942.32 0.00 8,782.19 22,724.51
Regan, Melissa J Pre K SN Teacher 58,571.52 0.00 2,042.28 60,613.80
Ryan, Eileen G Ed Assistant 33,030.37 0.00 4,330.03 37,360.40
Ryan, Justine A SB Preschool Teacher 99,245.72 0.00 3,896.50 103,142.22
Souther, Deidre J Ed Assistant 27,371.43 0.00 2,269.20 29,640.63
Tlumacki, Jessica Speech And Language 38,753.60 0.00 2,760.86 41,514.46
Wallace, Marjorie A WES Teacher 3,600.88 0.00 0.00 3,600.88
Williams, Kathleen Ell Teacher 7,384.56 0.00 8,408.21 15,792.77
Total REGION WORKING FOR TOWN 859,509.67 0.00 86,013.85 945,523.62
NAUSET REG SUBS Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Burling, Andrew G Substitute 0.00 0.00 400.00 400.00
Deegan, Tanner J Substitute 0.00 0.00 80.00 80.00
Dorsey, Katherine J Substitute 0.00 0.00 400.00 400.00
Macgilpin Jr, Gregory L Substitute 0.00 0.00 440.00 440.00
Richardson, Stacey L Substitute 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00
Anthony, Laird P Substitute 0.00 0.00 495.00 495.00
Barr, Michelle C Substitute 0.00 0.00 80.00 80.00
Beale, Tamara Substitute 0.00 0.00 1,188.00 1,188.00
Bean, Orione E Substitute 0.00 0.00 70.00 70.00
Berg, Kathryn J Substitute 0.00 0.00 225.00 225.00
Berzinis, Mary D Substitute 24,552.92 0.00 505.50 25,058.42
Brodeur, Kerry Substitute 0.00 0.00 295.00 295.00
Ciborowski Jr, John Substitute 0.00 0.00 1,350.00 1,350.00
Delfino, Linda M Substitute 0.00 0.00 4,600.00 4,600.00
DellaRocco, Elizabeth E Substitute 0.00 0.00 140.00 140.00
Ferrari, Gene A Substitute 0.00 0.00 1,120.00 1,120.00
Franchitto, Dana L Substitute 321.47 0.00 7,080.00 7,401.47
Gardner, Charles F Substitute 0.00 0.00 855.00 855.00
Gill, Laura Substitute 1,425.00 0.00 975.00 2,400.00
Gregory, Patricia A Substitute 0.00 0.00 510.00 510.00
Hamilton, Ian K Substitute 0.00 0.00 151.28 151.28
Henderson, Hannah N Substitute 0.00 0.00 35.00 35.00
Honda, Barbara G Substitute 0.00 0.00 90.00 90.00
Howard, Andrea M Ees Teacher 0.00 0.00 3,006.69 3,006.69
Johnson, Hannah B Substitute 0.00 0.00 400.00 400.00
Jordan, Edward J Substitute 0.00 0.00 2,340.00 2,340.00
Kelly, Karen Substitute 0.00 0.00 1,620.00 1,620.00
Kendall, Kathleen Substitute 0.00 0.00 240.00 240.00
Kendall, Maria Substitute 0.00 0.00 80.00 80.00
Kendall, Richard R Substitute 0.00 0.00 4,475.00 4,475.00
Keon, Taylor A Substitute 3,971.10 0.00 80.00 4,051.10
Kopitsky, Kathleen G Substitute 0.00 0.00 1,610.00 1,610.00
Langer, John Long Term Substitute 0.00 0.00 22,945.38 22,945.38
Leduc, Diane J Substitute 0.00 0.00 585.00 585.00
Lisle, Andrew R Substitute 0.00 0.00 1,110.50 1,110.50
Love, Rachel V Substitute 0.00 0.00 140.00 140.00
Mack, TylerAnn M Substitute 0.00 0.00 1,360.00 1,360.00
Marcellino, Norma Substitute 0.00 0.00 360.00 360.00
McGuigan, Johanna E Substitute 0.00 0.00 2,713.59 2,713.59
Nadeau, Haley J Substitute 0.00 0.00 35.00 35.00
Niggel, Benten Substitute 0.00 0.00 300.00 300.00
Noone, Traci M Subsitute 0.00 0.00 2,295.00 2,295.00
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NAUSET REG SUBS Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Olin, Lily I Substitute 0.00 0.00 90.00 90.00
Paskavitch, Rylee Whitecaps 2,955.00 0.00 0.00 2,955.00
Pells, Hannah Substitute 0.00 0.00 220.00 220.00
Quill, Joanne L Substitute 0.00 0.00 1,330.00 1,330.00
Reinhardt, Marin M Substitute 0.00 0.00 530.00 530.00
ResSNer, Anabel R Substitute 0.00 0.00 240.00 240.00
Scholl, M. Grady Substitute 0.00 0.00 590.00 590.00
Silberberg, David Substitute 0.00 0.00 2,555.00 2,555.00
Stagakis, Angela M Substitute 75.00 0.00 7,737.40 7,812.40
Stein, Beth R Substitute 438.75 0.00 180.00 618.75
Swiniarski, Stephen J Substitute 0.00 0.00 2,190.00 2,190.00
Thomas, Savannah M Substitute 0.00 0.00 120.00 120.00
Thompson, Vicki Substitute 0.00 0.00 90.00 90.00
Tierney, Mary A Substitute 150.00 0.00 150.00 300.00
Walther, Anne M Substitute 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00
Westie, Bradlee S Substitute 0.00 0.00 2,700.00 2,700.00
Zevon, Paul R Substitute 0.00 0.00 450.00 450.00
Total SUBSTITUTES 34,489.24 0.00 85,953.34 120,442.58
SUMMER SCHOOL Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Brocklebank, Veronica Summer School 0.00 0.00 280.00 280.00
Stevens, Emma E Summer School 0.00 0.00 490.00 490.00
Total SUMMER SCHOOL ONLY 0.00 0.00 770.00 770.00
TUTORS Position Salary Overtime All Other Total
Gearty, Zarina Tutor 0.00 0.00 6,238.41 6,238.41
Bergstrom, Debra A Tutor 10,384.48 0.00 0.00 10,384.48
Brunt, Diane Tutor 2,760.86 0.00 0.00 2,760.86
Dufault, Jennifer V Tutor 0.00 0.00 6,238.41 6,238.41
Hewitt, Sarah H Tutor 936.05 0.00 0.00 936.05
Hoff, Elizabeth A Tutor 0.00 0.00 6,238.41 6,238.41
Hourihan, Maureen MS Tutor 0.00 0.00 4,840.96 4,840.96
Johnsmeyer, Patricia Tutor 0.00 0.00 6,238.41 6,238.41
Saidnawey, James A Tutor 0.00 0.00 6,238.41 6,238.41
Smith-Fay, Georgia K Tutor 632.94 0.00 0.00 632.94
Total TUTORS 14,714.33 0.00 36,033.01 50,747.34
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DIRECTOR OF MUNICIPAL FINANCE
JULY 1, 2019 TO JUNE 30, 2020
I hereby submit my annual report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2020 in compliance with Chapter
41, Section 61 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
I would like to take this opportunity to also express my appreciation to all for the help and cooperation
received during the past year. Special thanks to Assistant Town Accountant Greta Avery, Principal
Account Clerk Donna Snow, and to the personnel of the Collector/Treasurer's Office, the Assessor's
Office and the Information Technology Office without whose help and perseverance the past year's
accomplishments would never have been possible.
Included in this report are the following:
1) Schedule of Receipts/Expenditures (Cash Basis-Schedule A)
2) Town Meeting Appropriation Activity Report (Cash Basis)
3) Selected General Purpose Financial Statements
INDEPENDENT AUDIT
In accordance with the provisions of section 8-8 of the Orleans Charter, the Select Board retained
the firm of Powers & Sullivan, LLC to perform an independent audit of the financial activity of the
Town for Fiscal Year 2020.
The audit was conducted in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.
A copy of the General Purpose Financial Statements including all notes and additional information
is available for review at the Town Clerk's Office at the Orleans Town Hall or on-line at the Town’s
web site under the Finance Department.
Respectfully submitted,
Cathy L. Doane, Director of Municipal Finance
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SCHEDULE OF RECEIPTS/EXPENDITURES
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020
GENERAL FUND
Revenue and Other Financing Sources
Tax Collections
4110 Personal Property Taxes 484,084.00
4120 Real Estate Taxes 31,122,998.00
4150 Excise Taxes 1,231,673.00
4179 Penalties & Interest 118,346.00
4180 In Lieu of Taxes 4,633.00
4191 Hotel/Motel Excise 0.00
4192 Meals Excise 331,077.00
4194 Boat Excise 13,883.00
4199 Other Taxes 49,983.00
Total Taxes 33,356,677.00
Charges For Services
4244 Parks & Recreation Charges 1,263,082.00
4247 Trash Collection Charges 583,741.00
4370 Other Departmental Revenue 230,104.00
Total Charges For Service 2,076,927.00
Licenses, Permits and Fees
4400 Licenses and Permits 637,217.00
Total License & Permits 637,217.00
Revenues From State
4600 Revenue From State 700,514.00
Total State Revenue 700,514.00
Revenues From Other Governments
4695 Court Fines 613.00
Total Revenue From Other Gov'ts 613.00
Fines and Forfeitures
4770 Fines and Forfeitures 15,251.00
Total Fines and Forfeitures 15,251.00
Miscellaneous Revenue
4800 Miscellaneous Revenue 123,418.00
4820 Earnings on Investments 216,636.00
Total Misc. Revenues 340,054.00
Other Financing Sources
4990 Other Financing Sources 2,775,245.00
Total Other Financing Sources 2,775,245.00
Grand Total General Fund 39,902,498.00
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SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
Revenue and Other Financing Sources
State Grants
4500 Federal Revenue 80,738.00
4600 State Revenue 747,373.00
4800 Miscellaneous Revenue 0.00
4820 Earnings on Investments 43.00
Receipts Reserved For Appropriation
4800 Miscellaneous Revenue 904,939.00
Revolving Funds
4600 State Revenue 6,624.00
4800 Miscellaneous Revenue 426,727.00
4820 Earnings on Investments 14.00
Other Special Revenue
4100 Taxes & Excises 934,873.00
4200 Charges for Services 2,531,101.00
4500 Federal Revenue 32,412.00
4600 State Revenue 277,797.00
4800 Miscellaneous Revenue 82,696.00
4820 Earnings on Investments 12,861.00
Grand Total Special Revenue Fund 6,038,198.00
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CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS
Revenue and Other Financing Sources
Water
4910 Bond Proceeds 45,661.00
4990 Other Financing Sources 36,000.00
Sewer
4910 Bond Proceeds 242,650.00
4990 Other Financing Sources 256,759.00
Municipal Buildings
4990 Other Financing Sources 350,000.00
Other
4500 Federal Revenue 174,963.00
4600 State Revenue 1,011,365.00
4910 Bond Proceeds 21,577.00
4990 Other Financing Sources 548,256.00
School
4910 Bond Proceeds 0.00
4990 Other Financing Sources 0.00
Grand Total Capital Project Funds 2,687,231.00
TRUST FUNDS
Revenue and Other Financing Sources
Non-Expendable Trusts
4820 Earnings on Investments 19,677.00
Expendable Trusts
4800 Miscellaneous Revenue 27,271.00
4820 Earnings on Investments 83,830.00
4970 Transfers From Other Funds 1,663.00
4990 Other Financing Sources 3,168,583.00
Grand Total Trust Funds 3,301,024.00
GRAND TOTAL - ALL FUNDS 51,928,951.00
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ORIGINAL REVISED BALANCE BALANCE BALANCE
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BUDGET EXPENDED JUNE 30, 2020 CARRIED FWD CLOSED
GENERAL FUND
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
SELECTMEN/TOWN ADMIN.
SALARIES 387,976.00 387,976.00 386,406.39 1,569.61 0.00 1,569.61
EXPENSES 66,876.0060,708.8426,103.8134,605.03 0.0034,605.03
LEGAL 123,500.00168,278.25164,942.703,335.55 0.003,335.55
ELECTED OFFICIALS 0.0016,100.0016,100.00 0.00 0.000.00
EMPLOYEE BUYOUT 0.0060,170.7646,990.7613,180.0013,180.000.00
FIRE DEPT ORGANIZATIONAL STUDY 0.0035,000.0031,425.003,575.00 0.003,575.00
PLSNT BAY ALLIANCE WATERSHED PERMIT 0.0050,887.0050,887.00 0.00 0.000.00
QAQI REVIEW 0.0020,000.00 0.0020,000.00 0.0020,000.00
JOB CLASSIFICATION STUDY 0.0025,000.0024,700.00300.00 0.00300.00
VISITOR MGT SERVICE 0.0033,000.0031,300.001,700.001,700.000.00
2020 MV & EQUIPMENT 0.0052,050.00 0.0052,050.0052,050.000.00
REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT 0.008,002.967,474.18528.78528.780.00
OAK RIDGE ARCHEOLOGY 0.0025,000.00 0.0025,000.00 25,000.00
INDEPENDENT REVIEW CWMP DESIGN 0.0015,050.00 0.0015,050.00 0.0015,050.00
UNPAID BILLS OF PRIOR YEAR 0.009,690.569,690.56 0.00 0.000.00
2019 MV & EQUIPMENT 0.0011,050.0010,925.00125.00125.000.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 578,352.00 977,964.37 806,945.40 171,018.97 67,583.78 103,435.19
TELEPHONE/COMM. SYSTEM
EXPENSES 24,000.0030,000.0029,320.44679.56 0.00679.56
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 24,000.00 30,000.00 29,320.44 679.56 0.00 679.56
MEDIA OPERATIONS
SALARIES 82,730.0082,730.0080,410.142,319.86 0.002,319.86
EXPENSES 15,550.0015,550.0013,043.202,506.80 0.002,506.80
CAPITAL OUTLAY 18,275.0018,275.0015,377.902,897.102,897.100.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 116,555.00 116,555.00 108,831.24 7,723.76 2,897.10 4,826.66
FINANCE COMMITTEE
SALARIES 2,280.002,280.001,620.26659.74 0.00659.74
EXPENSES 800.00800.00215.37584.63 0.00584.63
RESERVE FUND 80,000.0068,390.87 0.0068,390.87 0.0068,390.87
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 83,080.00 71,470.87 1,835.63 69,635.24 0.00 69,635.24
FINANCE/TOWN ACCOUNTANT
SALARIES 240,582.00240,582.00240,055.27526.73 0.00526.73
EXPENSES 8,635.009,135.004,085.355,049.65 0.005,049.65
OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 36,100.0044,200.0032,500.0011,700.00 0.0011,700.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 285,317.00 293,917.00 276,640.62 17,276.38 0.00 17,276.38
ASSESSING
SALARIES 148,411.00148,411.00148,410.17 0.83 0.000.83
EXPENSES 57,300.0057,300.0053,874.853,425.15 0.003,425.15
CAPITAL OUTLAY 26,000.0026,000.0021,013.904,986.10 0.004,986.10
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 231,711.00 231,711.00 223,298.92 8,412.08 0.00 8,412.08
TREASURER/COLLECTOR
SALARIES 238,953.00238,953.00216,037.1522,915.85 0.0022,915.85
EXPENSES 36,992.0036,992.0035,392.021,599.981,035.29564.69
TAX TAKINGS 1,000.001,000.00864.88135.12 135.12
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 276,945.00 276,945.00 252,294.05 24,650.95 1,035.29 23,615.66
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM
SALARIES 176,410.00176,410.00176,313.9296.08 0.0096.08
EXPENSES 165,355.00177,600.00161,399.7016,200.307,039.189,161.12
CAPITAL OUTLAY 0.0010,811.7610,811.76 0.00 0.000.00
2019 MOTOR VEHICLE/EQUIPMENT 0.0027,715.0627,715.06 0.00 0.000.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 341,765.00 392,536.82 376,240.44 16,296.38 7,039.18 9,257.20
TOWN MEETING APPROPRIATION ACTIVITY REPORT
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020
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ORIGINAL REVISED BALANCE BALANCE BALANCE
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BUDGET EXPENDED JUNE 30, 2020 CARRIED FWD CLOSED
TOWN CLERK
SALARIES 153,888.00 153,888.00 146,473.71 7,414.29 0.00 7,414.29
EXPENSES 26,180.00 52,244.60 16,388.32 35,856.28 25,000.00 10,856.28
CAPITAL OUTLAY 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 180,068.00 206,132.60 162,862.03 43,270.57 25,000.00 18,270.57
CONSERVATION
SALARIES 126,692.00 126,692.00 121,386.69 5,305.31 0.00 5,305.31
EXPENSES 4,115.004,115.003,138.81976.19189.78786.41
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 130,807.00 130,807.00 124,525.50 6,281.50 189.78 6,091.72
PLANNING
SALARIES 164,318.00164,318.00164,317.44 0.56 0.000.56
EXPENSES 14,290.0014,290.001,870.6912,419.315,000.007,419.31
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 178,608.00 178,608.00 166,188.13 12,419.87 5,000.00 7,419.87
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
SALARIES 5,129.005,129.001,492.923,636.08 0.003,636.08
EXPENSES 4,050.004,050.001,637.952,412.05 0.002,412.05
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 9,179.00 9,179.00 3,130.87 6,048.13 0.00 6,048.13
TOWN OFFICE BUILDING
SALARIES 47,844.0053,413.5053,413.22 0.28 0.000.28
EXPENSES 71,818.00119,219.1889,497.4129,721.7726,507.413,214.36
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 119,662.00 172,632.68 142,910.63 29,722.05 26,507.41 3,214.64
TOWN REPORTS/TOWN MEETING
EXPENSES 10,280.0010,280.009,002.441,277.56 0.001,277.56
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 10,280.00 10,280.00 9,002.44 1,277.56 0.00 1,277.56
COMMUNITY CENTER
SALARIES 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.000.00
EXPENSES 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.000.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
GENERAL GOVT TOTAL 2,566,329.00 3,098,739.34 2,684,026.34 414,713.00 135,252.54 279,460.46
PUBLIC SAFETY
POLICE /COMMUNICATIONS
SALARIES 2,367,056.002,467,056.002,389,929.8977,126.11 0.0077,126.11
EXPENSES 234,290.00237,084.36217,872.1519,212.21 0.0019,212.21
CAPITAL OUTLAY 0.00400.00 0.00400.00 0.00400.00
2019 MV & EQUIPMENT PURCHASES 0.0010,250.76926.509,324.269,324.260.00
2020 MV & EQUIPMENT PURCHASES 0.00110,500.0099,343.2011,156.8011,156.800.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 2,601,346.00 2,825,291.12 2,708,071.74 117,219.38 20,481.06 96,738.32
FUEL
EXPENSES 121,610.00121,857.18114,904.846,952.346,261.34691.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 121,610.00 121,857.18 114,904.84 6,952.34 6,261.34 691.00
FIRE/RESCUE
SALARIES 2,546,095.002,647,933.002,560,727.4687,205.54 0.0087,205.54
EXPENSES 344,641.00345,241.00331,365.3813,875.627,555.006,320.62
2020 MV & EQUIPMENT PURCHASES 0.00209,800.00167,917.5741,882.4341,882.430.00
2019 MV & EQUIPMENT PURCHASES 0.0092,363.2227,760.9564,602.2764,602.270.00
MV & EQUIPMENT PURCHASES 0.00138.74 0.00138.74 0.00138.74
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 2,890,736.00 3,295,475.96 3,087,771.36 207,704.60 114,039.70 93,664.90
BUILDING
SALARIES 205,657.00205,657.00204,918.05738.95 0.00738.95
EXPENSES 80,660.0095,660.0085,927.709,732.30 0.009,732.30
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 286,317.00 301,317.00 290,845.75 10,471.25 0.00 10,471.25
BUILDING CODE BOARD OF APPEALS
SALARIES 420.00420.0067.88352.12 0.00352.12
EXPENSES 60.00 60.00 7.7352.27 0.0052.27
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 480.00 480.00 75.61 404.39 0.00 404.39
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ORIGINAL REVISED BALANCE BALANCE BALANCE
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BUDGET EXPENDED JUNE 30, 2020 CARRIED FWD CLOSED
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
SALARIES 55,433.0065,657.0060,963.404,693.60 0.004,693.60
EXPENSES 46,448.0046,224.0013,913.4432,310.56 0.0032,310.56
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 101,881.00 111,881.00 74,876.84 37,004.16 0.00 37,004.16
TREE
SALARIES 78,262.0078,262.0076,992.931,269.07 0.001,269.07
EXPENSES 29,418.0033,097.5024,521.938,575.57 0.008,575.57
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 107,680.00 111,359.50 101,514.86 9,844.64 0.00 9,844.64
SHELLFISH/HARBORMASTER
SALARIES 306,720.00289,097.94289,096.37 1.57 0.001.57
EXPENSES 41,270.0042,197.2537,375.004,822.25262.534,559.72
SHELLFISH PROJECT 18,000.0045,000.4019,000.0026,000.4024,700.001,300.40
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 365,990.00 376,295.59 345,471.37 30,824.22 24,962.53 5,861.69
PUBLIC SAFETY TOTAL 6,476,040.00 7,143,957.35 6,723,532.37 420,424.98 165,744.63 254,680.35
EDUCATION
ORLEANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SALARIES 1,148,647.001,164,886.001,155,700.009,186.009,186.000.00
EXPENSES 4,038,975.004,053,301.144,046,923.386,377.764,847.791,529.97
CAPITAL OUTLAY 30,000.0030,000.0030,000.00 0.00 0.000.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 5,217,622.00 5,248,187.14 5,232,623.38 15,563.76 14,033.79 1,529.97
NAUSET REGIONAL ASSESS.
EXPENSES 4,574,689.004,574,689.004,574,689.00 0.00 0.000.00
CAPITAL OUTLAY 103,388.00171,458.39129,710.6141,747.7841,747.780.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 4,678,077.00 4,746,147.39 4,704,399.61 41,747.78 41,747.78 0.00
CAPE COD TECH. ASSESS.
EXPENSES 313,779.00313,779.00311,801.001,978.00 0.001,978.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 313,779.00 313,779.00 311,801.00 1,978.00 0.00 1,978.00
EDUCATION TOTAL 10,209,478.00 10,308,113.53 10,248,823.99 59,289.54 55,781.57 3,507.97
PUBLIC WORKS AND FACILITIES
PUBLIC WORKS
MV & EQUIPMENT PURCHASES 0.002,490.24 0.002,490.242,490.240.00
2020 MV & EQUIPMENT PURCHASES 0.005,847.63 0.005,847.635,847.630.00
2019 MV & EQUIPMENT PURCHASES 0.00153,600.00112,612.0040,988.0040,988.000.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 0.00 161,937.87 112,612.00 49,325.87 49,325.87 0.00
HIGHWAY
SALARIES 583,827.00577,326.24530,846.1246,480.12 0.0046,480.12
EXPENSES 138,989.00136,277.61121,684.1614,593.45346.2514,247.20
PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT 0.001,071.201,071.20 0.00 0.000.00
PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT 0.0015,820.839,456.136,364.706,364.700.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 722,816.00 730,495.88 663,057.61 67,438.27 6,710.95 60,727.32
SNOW REMOVAL
SALARIES 47,024.0047,024.009,202.3337,821.67 0.0037,821.67
EXPENSES 124,976.00133,923.4426,066.73107,856.71 0.00107,856.71
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 172,000.00 180,947.44 35,269.06 145,678.38 0.00 145,678.38
STREET LIGHTS
EXPENSES 13,018.00 13,018.00 9,840.57 3,177.43 0.00 3,177.43
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 13,018.00 13,018.00 9,840.57 3,177.43 0.00 3,177.43
TRANSFER STATION
SALARIES 202,888.00 202,888.00 197,087.35 5,800.65 0.00 5,800.65
EXPENSES 436,116.00 543,568.68 396,950.04 146,618.64 106,782.86 39,835.78
HAZARDOUS WASTE 14,385.00 14,385.00 14,102.44 282.56 0.00 282.56
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 653,389.00 760,841.68 608,139.83 152,701.85 106,782.86 45,918.99
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ORIGINAL REVISED BALANCE BALANCE BALANCE
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BUDGET EXPENDED JUNE 30, 2020 CARRIED FWD CLOSED
SEWERAGE COLLECTION
TRI-TOWN SEPTAGE PLANT CLOSING 0.00 23,643.22 3,824.00 19,819.22 19,819.22 0.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 0.00 23,643.22 3,824.00 19,819.22 19,819.22 0.00
PUBLIC WORKS AND FACILITIES TOTAL 1,561,223.00 1,870,884.09 1,432,743.07 438,141.02 182,638.90 255,502.12
HUMAN SERVICES
HEALTH
SALARIES 259,625.00260,625.00259,857.37767.63 767.63
EXPENSES 57,431.0062,127.1836,402.2425,724.9424,556.831,168.11
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 317,056.00 322,752.18 296,259.61 26,492.57 24,556.83 1,935.74
COUNCIL ON AGING
SALARIES 635,898.00635,898.00635,064.01833.99 0.00833.99
EXPENSES 76,042.0076,294.0066,142.7010,151.30 0.0010,151.30
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 711,940.00 712,192.00 701,206.71 10,985.29 0.00 10,985.29
HUMAN SERVICES
HUMAN SERVICES 0.00126,600.00120,315.246,284.76 0.006,284.76
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 0.00 126,600.00 120,315.24 6,284.76 0.00 6,284.76
VETERANS BENEFITS
EXPENSES 28,420.0030,029.1328,420.001,609.131,609.130.00
VETS BENEFITS 45,900.0046,200.0015,225.3530,974.65500.0030,474.65
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 74,320.00 76,229.13 43,645.35 32,583.78 2,109.13 30,474.65
HUMAN SERVICES TOTAL 1,103,316.00 1,237,773.31 1,161,426.91 76,346.40 26,665.96 49,680.44
CULTURE/RECREATION
SNOW LIBRARY
SALARIES 491,007.00491,007.00479,298.9111,708.09 0.0011,708.09
EXPENSES 173,279.00178,878.99164,835.7514,043.24 14,043.24
CAPITAL OUTLAY 0.00 0.00 0.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 664,286.00 669,885.99 644,134.66 25,751.33 0.00 25,751.33
HISTORIC COMMISSION
SALARIES 1,244.001,244.00623.88620.12 0.00620.12
EXPENSES 1,580.001,580.00155.801,424.20 0.001,424.20
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 2,824.00 2,824.00 779.68 2,044.32 0.00 2,044.32
RECREATION
SALARIES 128,151.00128,668.00128,667.41 0.59 0.000.59
EXPENSES 13,679.0013,679.0012,384.221,294.78 0.001,294.78
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 141,830.00 142,347.00 141,051.63 1,295.37 0.00 1,295.37
WINDMILL
SALARIES 4,636.004,636.003,158.401,477.60 0.001,477.60
EXPENSES 4,900.004,900.003,413.571,486.43 0.001,486.43
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 9,536.00 9,536.00 6,571.97 2,964.03 0.00 2,964.03
PARKS & BEACHES
HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN 0.004,956.49 0.004,956.49 0.004,956.49
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 0.00 4,956.49 0.00 4,956.49 0.00 4,956.49
BEACHES
SALARIES 718,326.00756,112.32717,415.6638,696.66 38,696.66
EXPENSES 100,577.00148,979.94125,856.8423,123.109,646.7913,476.31
CAPITAL OUTLAY 0.008,276.85 0.008,276.85 0.008,276.85
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 818,903.00 913,369.11 843,272.50 70,096.61 9,646.79 60,449.82
PARKS & BEACHES FACILITIES
SALARIES 328,926.00335,207.80335,205.64 2.16 0.002.16
EXPENSES 120,874.00134,541.25129,066.065,475.19 0.005,475.19
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 449,800.00 469,749.05 464,271.70 5,477.35 0.00 5,477.35
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ORIGINAL REVISED BALANCE BALANCE BALANCE
DEPARTMENT BUDGET BUDGET EXPENDED JUNE 30, 2020 CARRIED FWD CLOSED
PARKS
SALARIES 297,406.00271,374.20249,411.8621,962.34 0.0021,962.34
EXPENSES 60,300.0049,581.4434,074.5015,506.94 0.0015,506.94
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 357,706.00 320,955.64 283,486.36 37,469.28 0.00 37,469.28
OLD KINGS HIGHWAY REG. DISTRICT
SALARIES 1,772.001,772.00254.301,517.70 0.001,517.70
EXPENSES 1,060.001,060.00835.67224.33 0.00224.33
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 2,832.00 2,832.00 1,089.97 1,742.03 0.00 1,742.03
MEMORIAL & VETERANS DAY
EXPENSES 1,530.001,530.001,096.53433.47 0.00433.47
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 1,530.00 1,530.00 1,096.53 433.47 0.00 433.47
SPECIAL EVENTS & INFORMATION
EXPENSES 450.00450.00125.11324.89 0.00324.89
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION FY18 0.00410.05410.05 0.00 0.000.00
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION 0.0015,830.504,248.3511,582.1511,582.150.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 450.00 16,690.55 4,783.51 11,907.04 11,582.15 324.89
CULTURAL COUNCIL
EXPENSES 0.005,569.101,000.004,569.104,569.100.00
AWARDS 0.00666.78327.36339.42339.420.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 0.00 6,235.88 1,327.36 4,908.52 4,908.52 0.00
CULTURE/RECREATION TOTAL 2,449,697.00 2,560,911.71 2,391,865.87 169,045.84 26,137.46 142,908.38
DEBT SERVICE
PRINCIPAL NOTES & BONDS
EXPENSES 5,045,000.005,045,000.005,045,000.00 0.00 0.000.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 5,045,000.00 5,045,000.00 5,045,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
INTEREST NOTES & BONDS
EXPENSES 2,229,816.002,229,816.002,229,813.69 2.31 0.002.31
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 2,229,816.00 2,229,816.00 2,229,813.69 2.31 0.00 2.31
DEBT SERVICE TOTAL 7,274,816.00 7,274,816.00 7,274,813.69 2.31 0.00 2.31
STATE, COUNTY & DISTRICT CHARGES
STATE ASSESSMENTS
EXPENSES 235,538.00269,577.00252,701.0016,876.00 0.0016,876.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 235,538.00 269,577.00 252,701.00 16,876.00 0.00 16,876.00
COUNTY ASSESSMENTS
SALARIES 1,886,632.001,886,632.001,884,813.021,818.98 0.001,818.98
EXPENSES 342,930.00313,472.00339,787.00-26,315.00 0.00-26,315.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 2,229,562.00 2,200,104.00 2,224,600.02 -24,496.02 0.00 -24,496.02
DISTRICT ASSESSMENTS
EXPENSES 56,150.0056,150.0056,150.00 0.00 0.000.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 56,150.00 56,150.00 56,150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
STATE, COUNTY & DISTRICT TOTAL 2,521,250.00 2,525,831.00 2,533,451.02 -7,620.02 0.00 -7,620.02
PROPERTY & LIABILITY INSURANCE
INSURANCE & BONDS
EXPENSES 432,200.00432,200.00372,481.4359,718.57 59,718.57
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 432,200.00 432,200.00 372,481.43 59,718.57 0.00 59,718.57
PROPERTY & LIABILITY TOTAL 432,200.00 432,200.00 372,481.43 59,718.57 0.00 59,718.57
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FRINGE BENEFITS ORIGINAL REVISED BALANCE BALANCE BALANCE
BUDGET BUDGET EXPENDED JUNE 30, 2020 CARRIED FWD CLOSED
UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION
EXPENSES 15,000.0027,000.0012,361.7414,638.2614,638.260.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 15,000.00 27,000.00 12,361.74 14,638.26 14,638.26 0.00
HEALTH & MEDICARE INSURANCE
SALARY 2,822,159.002,767,469.002,383,054.16384,414.84 0.00384,414.84
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 2,822,159.00 2,767,469.00 2,383,054.16 384,414.84 0.00 384,414.84
FRINGE BENEFIT TOTAL 2,837,159.00 2,794,469.00 2,395,415.90 399,053.10 14,638.26 384,414.84
UNCLASSIFIED
OTHER USES 0.002,193,256.002,193,256.00 0.00 0.000.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 0.00 2,193,256.00 2,193,256.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
GENERAL FUND TOTAL 37,431,508.00 41,440,951.33 39,411,836.59 2,029,114.74 606,859.32 1,422,255.42
WATER SPECIAL REVENUE FUND
SALARIES 701,573.00701,573.00678,466.2023,106.80 0.0023,106.80
EXPENSES 381,352.00397,451.86289,770.45107,681.4116,034.9391,646.48
CAPITAL OUTLAY 67,500.00251,409.65111,175.99140,233.66104,000.0036,233.66
OTHER ASSESSMENTS 2,815.002,815.002,676.20138.80 0.00138.80
WATER SERVICE CONNECTIONS 0.0096,401.9176,979.9819,421.9319,421.930.00
UNPAID BILLS OF PRIOR YEAR 0.00879.47879.47 0.00 0.000.00
TRANSFER TO CPF 0.0036,000.0036,000.00 0.00 0.000.00
OTHER USES 0.00 0.001,317,245.00-1,317,245.00 0.00-1,317,245.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 1,153,240.001,486,530.892,513,193.29-1,026,662.40139,456.86-1,166,119.26
WATER SPECIAL REVENUE FUND TOTAL 1,153,240.001,486,530.892,513,193.29-1,026,662.40139,456.86-1,166,119.26
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND
DEBT SERVICE
PRINCIPAL NOTES & BONDS
EXPENSES 0.00325,000.00325,000.00 0.00 0.000.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 0.00325,000.00325,000.00 0.00 0.000.00
INTEREST NOTES & BONDS
EXPENSES 0.0049,609.0049,475.00134.00 0.00134.00
DEPARTMENT TOTALS 0.0049,609.0049,475.00134.00 0.00134.00
COMMUNITY PERSERVATION ACT
COMMUNITY PERSERVATION ACT
EXPENSES 0.001,104,005.46648,749.80455,255.66437,157.8018,097.86
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION TOTAL 0.00 1,104,005.46 648,749.80 455,255.66 437,157.80 18,097.86
0.00 1,478,614.46 1,023,224.80 455,389.66 437,157.80 18,231.86
EXPENDED
ROAD RECONSTRUCTION FY13 345.00
ROAD RECONSTRUCTION FY16 6,054.95
ROAD RECONSTRUCTION FY17 50,784.07
ROAD RECONSTRUCTION FY18 35,796.08
ROAD RECONSTRCUTION FY19 10,228.30
ROAD RECONSTRUCTION FY20 90,688.16
193,896.56
OTHER EXPENDITURES
CHAPTER 90 HIGHWAY FUNDS TOTAL
CHAPTER 90 HIGHWAY FUNDS TOTAL
WATER DEPARTMENT
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND TOTAL
45
EXPENDED
ORLEANS ELEMENTARY CONSTRUCTION
OES HVAC IMPROVEMENTS 2,931.72
ORLEANS ELEMENTARY - CPF TOTAL 2,931.72
HARBOR BULKHEAD - CPF
OTHER USES - CPF 90,225.27
HARBOR BULKHEAD - CPF TOTAL 90,225.27
WATER PROJECTS - CPF
WELL #7 CONSTRUCT 1,937,528.88
ASSET MANAGEMENT PLAN 10,777.53
ROCK HARBOR RD WATER MAIN 70,400.00
WTP MEMBRANE REPLACEMENT DESIGN 8,245.00
WATER METER TECHNOLOGY REPLACE 1,128,643.49
WATER PROJECTS - CPF TOTAL 3,155,594.90
WATER QLTY DRAINAGE IMPRVMNT - CPF EXPENDED
STORMWATER MGMT DESIGN 26,422.68
WATER QUALITY DRAINAGE 11,533.98
WATER QUALITY DRAINAGE 24,441.00
WTR QLTY DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT FY19 23,442.50
WTR QLTY DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT FY20 91,914.00
BARLEY NECK STORMWATER PROJECT 174,962.50
WTR QTY DRAIN IMP - CPF TOTAL 352,716.66
PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM - CPF
PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT 48,508.23
2019 TOWN PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT 147,347.97
2020 TOWN PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT 355,022.88
PAVEMENT MGMT PROG - CPF TOTAL 550,879.08
BUILDING & FACILITY - CPF
BLDG & FACILITY PLAN FY14 1,442.22
BLDG & FACILITY PLAN FY15 12.51
BLDG & FACILITY PLAN FY16 440.77
BLDG & FACILITY PLAN FY17 4,307.53
BLDG & FACILITY PLAN 273,533.97
BUILDING & FACILITY - CPF TOTAL 279,737.00
DREDGE NAUSET ESTUARY 114,770.64
NARROWS DREDGE ENGINEERING 15,699.28
SHELLFISH/HRBRMASTER - CPF TOTAL 130,469.92
DPW FACILITY - CPF
DPW/NR FACILITY CONSTRUCTION 29,940.31
DPW FACILITY - CPF TOTAL 29,940.31
POLICE STATION DESIGN 200.00
POLICE STATION CONSTRUCTION 49,904.19
POLICE STATION RENO - CPF TOTAL 50,104.19
CWMP - CPF
CWRMP PH 2017 146,470.00
CWRMP PH 2018 625,705.30
CWRMP PH 2019 989,251.01
CWRMP PH 2020 80,206.34
MAIN STREET SEWER 29,520.00
COMP WATERWATER RESOURCE PLAN 22,444.00
TRI-TOWN BUILDING DEMOLITION 16,067.02
CWMP - CPF TOTAL 1,909,663.67
NAUSET BEACH RETREAT - CPF
NAUSET BEACH RETREAT RELOCATION 51,318.55
CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS
POLICE STATION RENOVATION - CPF
SHELLFISH/HARBORMASTER - CPF
46
NAUSET BEACH RETREAT - CPF TOTAL 51,318.55
EXPENDED
DPW METHANE GAS FLARE - CPF
DPW METHANE GAS FLARE 34,866.88
DPW METHANE GAS FLARE - CPF TOTAL 34,866.88
ROCK HRBR COMM DOCK/TC DESIGN - CPF
ROCK HRBR COMM DOCK/TC DESIGN 103,785.26
OTHER USES - CPF 147,200.00
ROCK HRBR COMM DOCK DESIGN - CPF 250,985.26
VILLAGE CENTER STREETSCAPE - CPF
VILLAGE CTR STREETSCAPE CONSTRUCT 87,523.53
VILLAGE CTR STREETSCAPE CONSTRUCT 880,541.46
VILLAGE CTR STREETSCAPE - CPF 968,064.99
7,857,498.40
EXPENDED
AMBULANCE RESERVE RECEIPTS 600,000.00
SCHOOL LUNCH 107,718.14
CABLE LICENSE & FRANCHISE FEES 132,000.00
CABLE LICNESE LOCAL GRANT 97,670.89
SOLAR CREDITS 42,756.21
GREEN COMMUNITIES GRANT 19,130.61
IT ASSESSMENT & STRATEGIC PLAN GRANT 17,500.00
WETLANDS PROTECTION 14,646.44
CONSERVATION PROPERTIES 17,897.65
SEA CALL FARM GIFT 1,770.33
AUTY GIFT 10.25
MUNICIPAL VULNERABILITY GRANT 742.50
CULTURAL DISTRICT INITIATIVE GRANT FY19 250.00
CULTURAL DISTRICT INITIATIVE GRANT FY20 1,026.73
CULTURAL DISTRICT GIFT 804.39
COMMUNITY CENTER 7,800.61
BULLET PROOF VESTS 631.47
POLICE GIFT 2,267.06
POLICE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT GRANT 225.70
PEDESTRIAN & BIKE SAFETY GRANT 394.37
FIRE SAFE GRANT 4,589.46
FIRE GIFT 1,627.83
SENIOR SAFE GRANT 168.46
PEDIATRIC SPO2 SENSORS GRANT 2,945.00
OIL SPILL DRILL GRANT 1,513.63
WATER WAYS MANAGEMENT 126,000.00
ORLEANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GIFT 3,478.53
SPECIAL ED CIRCUIT BREAKER GRANT 12,987.00
OES PLEASANT BAY GIFT 2,764.07
BIG YELLOW SCHOOL BUS GRANT 200.00
CAPE COD FIVE MINI GRANT 16.88
TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE 956.50
MANHOLE COVER GIFT 5,000.00
DOANE RD STORMWATER 22,273.30
COMPOST BINS 884.62
WPAT RESERVE FOR APPROPRIATION 5,000.00
EOEA FORMULA GRANT 34,355.50
COUNCIL ON AGING GIFT 5,652.50
COUNCIL ON AGING PROGRAMS 46,690.54
MOAK SCHOLARSHIP 1,166.00
CHICKEN SOUP FOR CAREGIVERS 101.09
DAY CENTER GIFT 2,024.80
GALE FUND 1,946.29
COUNCIL ON AGING TRANSPORTATION 1,681.66
ASK A NURSE 1,012.50
HELPING HAND (MARTAP) GRANT 880.00
LIBRARY STATE GRANT 4,251.98
LIBRARY CONTRIBUTIONS 7,169.68
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS TOTAL
CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDS
47
KLINE FOUNDATION GIFT 25.00
LESLIE PIKE GIFT 2,379.11
SNOW STUDIO GRANT 1,936.21
EXPENDED
RECREATION REVOLVING 25,354.40
PARK & BEACH SEASONAL HOUSING 12,606.53
BEACH STORE INVENTORY 27,123.35
DEPOT SQ EV STATION @ 10 OLD COLONY 158.97
SHARK SAFETY & MITIGATION 11,997.40
ARTS LOTTERY STATE GRANT 2,975.77
ARTS LOTTERY REVOLVING -46.81
JULY 4TH PARADE GIFT 400.00
INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENT 179.99
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS TOTAL 1,447,671.09
TRUST FUNDS EXPENDED
ANSLOW SAVINGS 993.65
ANSLOW MORTGAGE 669.24
CLAYTON MAYO 9,994.00
GOULD 0.00
CROSBY 0.00
MCGRATH 0.00
STUDLEY 0.00
BROWN 500.00
SEIKEL 3,000.00
NORTH ESTATE 0.00
MYERS 4,475.00
SNOW LIBRARY 280.12
BLAKE 0.00
PERSHING 0.00
WHITBREAD 100.00
RONNE 3,050.00
SEIKEL 0.00
ROLLINS 0.00
A.P. SMITH 0.00
CEMETARY PERPETUAL CARE 0.00
M.F. DOLE 0.00
NON-EXPENDABLE TRUST TOTAL 23,062.01
AFFORDABLE HOUSING 966,683.64
ORLEANS POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS 0.00
STABLIZATION MV/EQUIPMENT 570,000.00
STABILIZATION 0.00
CONSERVATION 2,222.40
LAW ENFORCEMENT 547.50
ANSLOW - RESCUE 0.00
STABILIZATION PAVEMENT 365,511.00
STABLIZATION WATER QUALITY 182,745.00
STREET LIGHTS 2,864.52
ANSLOW - COUNCIL ON AGING 539.00
TRAVIS SMITH 12,389.34
CHARLOTTE FRYE 0.00
LD CUMMINGS 0.00
PHILBRICK 0.00
MEEHAN 750.00
ANSLOW - LIBRARY 250.00
F. SMITH LIBRARY 939.13
CUMMINGS 0.00
A. RUSSEL 0.00
SUMNER ROBINSON 0.00
HELEN TELFAIR 5,349.99
MUNICIPAL INSURANCE 15,000.00
STABILIZATION BLDG & FAC MAINT 350,000.00
EXPENDABLE TRUST TOTAL 2,475,791.52
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
NON-EXPENDABLE TRUST FUNDS
EXPENDABLE TRUST FUNDS
48
as of June 30, 2020
Aggregate Debt Service
DATE PRINCIPAL INTEREST TOTAL P+I
06/30/2020 ---
06/30/2021 5,080,000.00 1,633,100.00 6,713,100.00
06/30/2022 4,130,000.00 1,429,775.00 5,559,775.00
06/30/2023 3,920,000.00 1,263,400.00 5,183,400.00
06/30/2024 3,570,000.00 1,107,600.00 4,677,600.00
06/30/2025 2,920,000.00 944,525.00 3,864,525.00
06/30/2026 2,650,000.00 808,250.00 3,458,250.00
06/30/2027 2,055,000.00 695,175.00 2,750,175.00
06/30/2028 1,810,000.00 605,900.00 2,415,900.00
06/30/2029 1,690,000.00 531,325.00 2,221,325.00
06/30/2030 1,520,000.00 463,862.52 1,983,862.52
06/30/2031 1,520,000.00 410,412.52 1,930,412.52
06/30/2032 1,480,000.00 362,550.00 1,842,550.00
06/30/2033 1,495,000.00 316,050.00 1,811,050.00
06/30/2034 1,475,000.00 269,300.00 1,744,300.00
06/30/2035 1,470,000.00 222,775.00 1,692,775.00
06/30/2036 1,475,000.00 176,225.00 1,651,225.00
06/30/2037 1,475,000.00 129,000.00 1,604,000.00
06/30/2038 1,475,000.00 81,750.00 1,556,750.00
06/30/2039 370,000.00 51,050.00 421,050.00
06/30/2040 370,000.00 36,750.00 406,750.00
06/30/2041 370,000.00 22,275.00 392,275.00
06/30/2042 240,000.00 7,800.00 247,800.00
Total $42,560,000.00 $11,568,850.04 $54,128,850.04
Par Amounts Of Selected Issues
November 16 2005 MCWT T5-02-1000 (OE)...................................................................................................................................................................30,000.00
February 15 2010 -Well (O)..............................................................................................................................................................................50,000.00
February 15 2011 -Land Acquisition I (IE)...............................................................................................................................................................2,940,000.00
February 15 2011 -Land Acquisition II (IE)..............................................................................................................................................................195,000.00
February 15 2011 -Land Acquisition III (IE).............................................................................................................................................................180,000.00
February 15 2011 -Fire Pumper Truck (IE)................................................................................................................................................................45,000.00
February 15 2011 -Water Departmental Equipment (OE).....................................................................................................................................................25,000.00
January 26 2012 -Ref of Land Acquisition - CPA II (I)...................................................................................................................................................110,000.00
January 26 2012 -Ref of Land Acquisition - CPA III (I)..................................................................................................................................................70,000.00
January 26 2012 -Ref of Water Treatment Facility (O)....................................................................................................................................................720,000.00
January 26 2012 -Land Acquisition - CPA IV (I)..........................................................................................................................................................470,000.00
April 2 2015 -Ref of Landfill Area - Closing Out I (OE).................................................................................................................................................930,000.00
April 2 2015 -Ref of Land Acquisition - CPA (I).........................................................................................................................................................615,000.00
April 2 2015 -Ref of Landfill Area - Closing Out II (OE)................................................................................................................................................105,000.00
April 2 2015 -Ref of Town Hall Building Remodeling (IE).................................................................................................................................................2,065,000.00
February 1 2016 -Public Works Front End Loader (IE).....................................................................................................................................................30,000.00
February 1 2016 -Public Wharf (IE)......................................................................................................................................................................85,000.00
February 1 2016 -Piers & Boat Ramps (IE)................................................................................................................................................................60,000.00
February 1 2016 -Rock Harbor Dredging (IE)..............................................................................................................................................................350,000.00
February 1 2016 -Elementary School Playground (IE)......................................................................................................................................................60,000.00
February 1 2016 -Water Departmental Equipment I (OE)....................................................................................................................................................55,000.00
February 1 2016 -Water Departmental Equipment II (OE)...................................................................................................................................................50,000.00
February 1 2016 -Water Tank #2 (O)......................................................................................................................................................................210,000.00
February 1 2016 -Water Tank #1 Rehabilitation (O).......................................................................................................................................................280,000.00
January 6 2017 SHSLN -Elementary School (IE)............................................................................................................................................................60,000.00
February 9 2017 -Stormwater Facility (IE)...............................................................................................................................................................25,000.00
February 9 2017 -Elementary School Windows & Doors (OE).................................................................................................................................................595,000.00
February 9 2017 -DPW Garage (IE)........................................................................................................................................................................5,000.00
February 9 2017 -Nauset Beach Parking Lot (IE)..........................................................................................................................................................135,000.00
February 9 2017 -Police Station (IE)....................................................................................................................................................................605,000.00
February 9 2017 -DPW Facility (IE)......................................................................................................................................................................35,000.00
February 9 2017 -Town Center Planning (IE)..............................................................................................................................................................35,000.00
February 9 2017 -Fuel Depot Planning (IE)...............................................................................................................................................................5,000.00
February 9 2017 -Police Station Construction (IE).......................................................................................................................................................2,035,000.00
February 9 2017 -Dept. Equipment - Town Fuel (IE).......................................................................................................................................................115,000.00
February 9 2017 -Nauset Beach Parking Lot II (IE).......................................................................................................................................................50,000.00
TOTAL LONG-TERM DEBT OUTSTANDING
49
Par Amounts Of Selected Issues
February 9 2017 -DPW Facility II (IE)...................................................................................................................................................................90,000.00
February 9 2017 -Nauset Estuary Dredging (IE)...........................................................................................................................................................40,000.00
February 9 2017 -Rock Harbor Bulkhead (IE)..............................................................................................................................................................655,000.00
February 9 2017 -Elementary HVAC (IE)...................................................................................................................................................................5,000.00
February 9 2017 -Water Quality Mgmt (IE)................................................................................................................................................................165,000.00
February 9 2017 -Water Planning (IE)....................................................................................................................................................................240,000.00
February 9 2017 -Nauset Estuary Study (I)...............................................................................................................................................................30,000.00
February 9 2017 -Water Mains (O)........................................................................................................................................................................575,000.00
February 9 2017 -Water - Wells 1-3 & 6-8 (O)............................................................................................................................................................510,000.00
November 16 2017 -Skaket Beach Admin Building (IE)......................................................................................................................................................10,000.00
November 16 2017 -Police Station Construction (IE)......................................................................................................................................................7,560,000.00
November 16 2017 -DPW Facility (IE).....................................................................................................................................................................408,000.00
November 16 2017 -DPW Central Garage (IE)...............................................................................................................................................................11,263,000.00
November 16 2017 -Rock Harbor Bulkhead (IE).............................................................................................................................................................1,641,500.00
November 16 2017 -Nauset Beach Parking Lot (IE).........................................................................................................................................................199,000.00
November 16 2017 -Nauset Estuary Dredging 1 (IE).......................................................................................................................................................63,500.00
November 16 2017 -Nauset Estuary Dredging 2 (IE).......................................................................................................................................................117,500.00
November 16 2017 -Tri-Town Septage Facility (IE)........................................................................................................................................................601,000.00
November 16 2017 -Main Street Intersection (IE).........................................................................................................................................................370,000.00
November 16 2017 -Stormwater Facility (IE)..............................................................................................................................................................217,500.00
November 16 2017 -Beach Road Water Main 1 (O)...........................................................................................................................................................118,000.00
November 16 2017 -Beach Road Water Main 2 (O)...........................................................................................................................................................861,000.00
February 7 2019 -Engineering Study for Design (I).......................................................................................................................................................125,000.00
February 7 2019 -Orleans Elementary School Heating & Venting (IE).......................................................................................................................................405,000.00
February 7 2019 -Nauset Beach Retreat & Facilities Relocation (IE)......................................................................................................................................830,000.00
February 7 2019 -Tritown Demolition (IE)................................................................................................................................................................538,000.00
February 7 2019 -Water Meter Replacement (O)............................................................................................................................................................1,492,000.00
TOTAL...................................................................................................................................................................................................42,560,000.00
Aggregate | 7/17/2020 | 9:02 AM
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TOWN CLERK
The Clerk’s office posts meetings and schedules meeting rooms for Town boards, committees
and commissions on our official posting board and on the town’s website. Located “front and
center” in the main entrance lobby, we are frequently busy greeting, assisting and directing the
public.
In addition to our routine “public” activities of registering voters, conducting Town meetings and
elections, issuing dog licenses, registering and certifying birth, marriage and death records,
issuing business certificates, raffle permits and gas storage tank permits and serving as the
switchboard and information center for Town government, we also work behind the scenes in
cataloging and preserving the ongoing and historical records of the Town.
On our website, the meeting schedule calendar provides easy access to meeting agendas and
minutes that have been filed with us. With the change in the Public Records Law, we have
continued working hard this year so that more information is available electronically through the
website.
A special thank you to my assistant, Kelly Darling for all her continued hard work and dedication
especially during this crazy COVID year; and also for her continuing leadership in all aspects of
the Clerk’s duties.
I hereby submit the following reports:
1.Town Meetings
June 20, 2020 Annual & Special Town Meeting
October 31,2020 Special Town Meeting
2.Elections
March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election
June 23, 2020 Annual Town Election
September 1, 2020 State Primary
November 3, 2020 State Election
December 1, 2020Special Town Election
3.Reports
Dog Licenses
4.Statistics:
Birth, Marriage and Deaths recorded in 2020, 2019 & 2018
Population and Registered Voters
Respectfully submitted,
Cynthia S. May, CMC, CMMC
Town Clerk
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ANNUAL & SPECIAL TOWN MEETING “DOINGS”
June 20, 2020
The Annual and Special Town Meetings were held on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at the Nauset
Regional Middle School Field. The Annual Town Meeting was opened at 10:00 a.m. after a
quorum of 200 was declared by the Town Clerk. Election workers were Patricia Bradley, Louise
Brady, Hannah Caliri, Cynthia Eagar, Mary Hidden, Susan Milton and Mary Walker. Constable on
duty was Mary Stevens. A total of 439 voters were in attendance.
PROCEDURAL MOTION
To dispense with the reading of the warrant except the Preamble, Conclusion and Attestation
thereof.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
PROCEDURAL MOTION
That all Town Officials or department managers or their duly designated representatives, required
to attend Town Meeting pursuant to Section 2-7-3 of the Charter. Giovanni Venditti, Nauset
Regional School Director of Finance and Operations, Noelle Pina, Orleans Chamber of
Commerce Executive Director, Thomas E. Parece, AECOM Associate Vice President, Ian B.
Catlow, Tighe & Bond Vice President, Mark Robinson, and The Compact of Cape Cod
Conservation Trusts Executive Director, who are not residents of the Town of Orleans, be
permitted to address the Town Meeting on matters affecting their office, department or
organization, projects for which they have performed services for the Town, or articles in which
they have an interest.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
PROCEDURAL MOTION
To adjourn the Annual Town Meeting until the close of Special Town Meeting.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
Special Town meeting was opened at 10:10 a.m.
PROCEDURAL MOTION
To dispense with the reading of the warrant except the Preamble, Conclusion and Attestation
thereof.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
PROCEDURAL MOTION
That all Orleans Officials or department managers or their duly designated representative,
required to attend Town Meeting pursuant to Section 2-7-3 of the charter all of whom are not
residents of the Town of Orleans be permitted to address the Special Town Meeting on matters
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affecting their office, department or organization, or projects for which they have performed
services for the Town.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 1. PAY BILLS OF PRIOR YEARS
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds a sum of money to pay bills of prior
years under the provisions of Chapter 179, Acts of 1941, as amended, or to take any other action
relative thereto. (9/10 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 1 and the sum of Nine Thousand Six Hundred Ninety and
56/100 Dollars ($9690.56) be transferred from the Overlay Surplus account to pay the following
unpaid bills:
The following is a list of unpaid bills of prior years as of June 20, 2020:
Department Vendor Amount
Planning Department YSI Inc. $1650.00
Building and Facilities Cape & Vineyard Electric
Cooperative
$8040.56
TOTAL $9690.56
And further that the sum of Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine and 47/100 Dollars ($879.47) be
transferred from the Water Surplus account to pay the following unpaid bills:
The following is a list of unpaid bills of prior years as of June 20, 2020:
Department Vendor Amount
Water Department Yarmouth Police Dept. $816.00
Water Department Unifirst Corporation $56.72
Water Department Invoice Cloud $6.75
TOTAL $879.47
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 2. FY 20 BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds and/or authorize the transfer from
various line items within current appropriations, such sums of money as necessary to supplement
the operating budgets of the various Town departments for Fiscal Year 2020 as follows:
1. Transfer from Overlay Surplus the sum of Six Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($6,000.00), or
any other sum, to the Telecommunication Account for the purpose of funding a change in
Verizon billing, additional phone lines and OpenCape charges.
2. Transfer from the Overlay Surplus Account the sum of Nineteen Thousand Six Hundred
Twenty-Two and 00/100 Dollars ($19,622.00), or any other sum, to the Town/School
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Unemployment Accounts to fund the unforeseen unemployment claims. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 2, as read, and the transfers be made from available funds
for the purpose(s) set forth in the article.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 3. FUND ORLEANS POLICE FEDERATION CONTRACT (FY20)
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds the sum of One Hundred One
Thousand Four Hundred Fifty and 00/100 Dollars ($101,450.00), or any other sum, to be added
to the Fiscal Year 2020 Salaries Account for the Police Department budget and for the Medicare
Taxes Budget for employees covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the
Town and the Orleans Police Federation, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple
Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 3 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Ninety-Four
Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Eight and 00/100 Dollars ($94,688.00) be transferred from the
Overlay Surplus account and Six Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Three and 00/100 Dollars
($6,763.00) be transferred from Free Cash for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 4. FUND ORLEANS PERMANENT FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION CONTRACT
(FY20)
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds a sufficient sum of money to be added
to the Fiscal Year 2020 Salaries Account for the Fire Department budget and for the Medicare
Taxes Budget for employees covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the
Town and the Orleans Permanent Firefighters Association, or to take any other action relative
thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 4 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One Hundred
Three Thousand Three Hundred Fifteen and 00/100 Dollars ($103,315.00) be transferred from
Free Cash for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 5. FUND UNANTICIPATED EMPLOYEE BUYOUTS
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds the sum of Twenty-Two Thousand
One Hundred Forty-Five and 00/100 Dollars ($22,145.00) or any other sum, to fund unanticipated
employee-related buyouts, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 5 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Twenty-Two
Thousand One Hundred Forty-Five and 00/100 Dollars ($22,145.00) be transferred from Free
Cash for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
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ARTICLE 6. FUND RADIO TRANSMITTERS FOR REMOTE SITE COMMUNICATION WITH
THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds the sum of Thirty-Seven Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($37,000.00) or any other sum, for the purpose of engineering oversight and
radio transmitter purchase and installation at seven remote well and tank sites to work with
programmable logic controllers (PLC) for communication to the Water Treatment Plant’s
supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA), or to take any other action relative
thereto. (Simple Majority Vote required.
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 6 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Thirty-Seven
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($37,000.00) be transferred from the Water Surplus account for the
purposes set forth in the article.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 7. FUND REPAIR OF WELL NO. 5
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds the sum of Twenty-Seven Thousand
Three Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($27,300.00) or any other sum, for the purpose of relining and
replacing pump, column, shaft and bearings at well number 5, or to take any other action relative
thereto. (Simple Majority required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 7 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Twenty-
Seven Thousand Three Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($27,300.00) be transferred from the Water
Surplus account for the purposes set forth in the article.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 8. CLOSING ARTICLE
And to act on any other business that may legally come before the meeting. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To adjourn the Special Town Meeting
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
Special Town meeting was adjourned at 10:20 a.m.
Annual Town meeting was reconvened at 10:21 a.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR ARTICLES
ARTICLE 1. REPORT OF THE SELECTMEN, TOWN OFFICERS AND SPECIAL
COMMITTEES
To act upon the Annual Report of the Board of Selectmen, Town Officers and other Special
Committees.
ARTICLE 2. ACCEPT TRANSPORTATION BOND BILL FUNDS
To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to accept and enter into a contract
for the expenditure of any funds allocated or to be allocated from year to year by the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts and/or Barnstable County for the construction, reconstruction
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and improvements of roads and bikeways within the Town of Orleans, or to take any other action
relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen)
ARTICLE 3. HOLD STATE HARMLESS FOR WORK
To see if the Town will vote to assume liability in the manner provided by Section 29 of Chapter
91 of the General Laws, as most recently amended by Chapter 5 of the Acts of 1955, for all
damages that may be incurred by work to be performed by the Massachusetts Department of
Environmental Management for the improvement, development, maintenance and protection of
tidal and non-tidal rivers and streams, harbors, tide-waters, foreshores and shores along a public
beach, in accordance with Section 11 of Chapter 91 of the General Laws and authorize the
Selectmen to execute and deliver a bond of indemnity therefore to the Commonwealth, or to take
any other action relative thereto. (Board of Selectmen)
ARTICLE 4. AUTHORIZATION TO SELL SURPLUS EQUIPMENT & ACCEPT GIFTS
To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Town Administrator to dispose of surplus supplies
and equipment under such terms and conditions as the Town Administrator deems advisable,
provided all proceeds from any such disposition are returned to the General Fund, Water Surplus
Fund or Reserve for Appropriation account where applicable and to accept any gift items that may
be given to the Town on behalf of the citizens of Orleans, or to take any other action relative
thereto. (Board of Selectmen)
ARTICLE 5. DEPARTMENTAL REVOLVING FUNDS AUTHORIZATION
To see if the Town will vote to authorize revolving funds for certain town departments under M.G.L.
c.44, § 53E½ and Chapter 82 of the Code of the Town of Orleans as follows:
1)Council on Aging Revolving Fund, said account not to exceed Seventy Five Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($75,000.00). The Account will be used to fund programs, class instructor fees,
fees for reservations and tickets related to trips and functions, and an annual volunteer
appreciation function. All funds to be spent under the direction of the department manager
and the Town Administrator.
2)Council on Aging Transportation Revolving Fund, said account not to exceed Thirty Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($30,000.00). The Account will be used to fund driver salaries, vehicle
maintenance and other necessary expenses related to the transportation program. Said funds
to be spent under the direction of the department manager and the Town Administrator.
3)The Home Composting Bin/Recycling Revolving Fund, said account not to exceed Fifteen
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($15,000.00). The Account will be used to purchase additional
composting bins and recycling containers. Said funds to be spent under the direction of the
department manager and the Town Administrator.
4)Cultural Council Awards Revolving Fund, said account not to exceed Two Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($2,000.00). The Account will be used for the depositing of entry fees, expense
reimbursements, and for awarding of cash prizes to participants in special exhibits and cultural
events. Said funds to be spent under the direction of the Cultural Council and the Town
Administrator.
5)The Beach Store Revolving Fund, said account not to exceed Seventy Five Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($75,000.00) The Account will be used to purchase items for resale and to pay
for other beach store related expenses. Said funds to be spent under the direction of the
department manager and the Town Administrator.
6)The H.K. Cummings Collection Revolving Fund, said account not to exceed Five Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($5,000.00). The Account will be used for costs associated with
reproduction and digitization of prints. Said funds to be spent under the direction of the
department manager and the Town Administrator.
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7) The Solar Credits Revolving Fund, said account not to exceed Fifty Thousand and 00/100
Dollars ($50,000.00). The Account will be used to pay the Town’s utility bills. Said funds to be
spent under the direction of the department manager and the Town Administrator.
Or to take any other action relative thereto.
ARTICLE 6. CONTINUATION OF MUNICIPAL RENTAL REVOLVING ACCOUNT
To see if the Town will vote to reauthorize the establishment of the following municipal building or
property rental revolving accounts under M.G.L. c. 40, §3 and, further, that any balance at the
close of the fiscal year shall remain in the account and may be expended for the upkeep and
maintenance of the building or property by the board, committee or department head in control of
the building or property:
1) The Conservation Properties Account, said account not to exceed Twenty Five Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($25,000.00). The Account will be used to pay utility bills and other
necessary expenses associated with the rental of the Town owned properties under the
jurisdiction and control of the Conservation Commission. Said funds to be spent under the
direction of the Conservation Commission and the Town Administrator.
2) The Seasonal Housing Properties Account, said account not to exceed Thirty Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($30,000.00). The Account will be used to pay utility and other
necessary expenses associated with the rental of the former Gavigan property located on
Wildflower Lane and the former Hubler property located on Beach Road. Said funds to be
spent under the direction of the department manager and the Town Administrator.
3) The Community Building Account, said account not to exceed Twenty Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($20,000.00). The Account will be used to pay utility bills and other
necessary expenses associated with the rental of the property at 44 Main Street. Said
funds to be spent under the direction of the department manager and the Town
Administrator. Or to take any other action relative thereto
ARTICLE 7. CONTINUATION OF PARKS AND RECREATION REVOLVING FUND
To see if the Town will vote, having previously accepted the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 44,
§53D, to continue a revolving fund which shall be kept separate and apart from all other monies
by the Treasurer and in which shall be deposited the receipts received in connection with the
conduct of self-supporting recreation and park services of the town. The principal and interest
thereon shall be expended at the direction of the authority, commission, board or official of the
Town with said responsibility, and with the approval of the Town Administrator, without further
appropriation; and only for the purpose of operating self-supporting recreation and park services;
provided, further, that the unreserved fund balance shall not exceed Ten Thousand Dollars
($10,000.00) at the close of each fiscal year and any such amount in excess of Ten Thousand
Dollars ($10,000.00) shall be paid into the Town treasury as provided in Chapter 40, §53.
Or to take any other action relative thereto
ARTICLE 8. ADOPT M.G.L. Chapter. 71, § 16B, ASSESSMENT FORMULA – NAUSET
REGIONAL SCHOOLS
To see if the Town will vote to accept the provisions of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 71,
§ 16B, which would reallocate the sum of the member towns’ contribution to the Nauset Regional
School District in accordance with the Regional Agreement rather than the Education Reform
Formula, so-called, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Nauset Regional School
Committee) (Simple Majority Vote Required)
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CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION: That Articles 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 be accepted and
adopted as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 9. TOWN / SCHOOL BUDGET (FY21)
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds a sum
of money to fund and pay departmental expenses for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2020
and ending June 30, 2021 and to authorize the Board of Selectmen to sell, trade, lease or
exchange or otherwise dispose of old equipment or vehicles deemed advisable and in the best
interest of the Town. The proceeds from any such disposition to be applied toward the cost of
acquiring said equipment or service as the case may be, or to take any other action relative
thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 9 and that the Town Meeting adopt the Selectmen’s
proposed FY 2021 budget as printed in the warrant, with the following revision under Line 74,
Principal - Notes & Bonds, increase the amount from Four Million Seven Hundred Forty Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($4,740,000) to Four Million Nine Hundred Thirty Six Thousand One Hundred
Fifty and 00/100 Dollars ($4,936,150), and as funding therefore, to:
1.raise and appropriate the sum of Thirty-Five Million Eight Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand
Three Hundred Five and 00/100 Dollars ($35,899,305.00),
2.appropriate from Water Fees the sum of Two Million Six Hundred Eighty-Five Thousand
Six Hundred Eighty-Seven and 00/100 Dollars ($2,685,687.00),
3.transfer from Free Cash the sum of Forty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Sixty Four and
00/100 Dollars ($42,564.00),
4.transfer from the Ambulance Receipts Reserved for Appropriation account the sum of Six
Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($600,000.00),
5.transfer from the Water Ways Improvement account the sum of One Hundred Twenty- Six
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($126,000.00),
6.transfer from the Cable Fees Receipts Reserved for Appropriation account the sum of One
Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($138,000.00),
7.transfer from the Municipal Insurance Fund the sum of Fifteen Thousand and 00/100
Dollars ($15,000.00),
8.transfer from the Water Pollution Abatement Trust account the sum of Five Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($5,000.00),
9.transfer from the Wetlands Protection Fund the sum of Ten Thousand and 00/100 Dollars
($10,000.00),
10.and transfer from the General Fund- Bond Premiums Reserved for Debt Exclusion the
sum of Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Eight and 00/100 Dollars ($20,788.00);
for a total appropriation of Thirty-Nine Million Five Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Three Hundred
Forty-Four and 00/100 Dollars ($39,542,344.00).
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 10. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN (FY22 – FY26)
To see if the Town will vote pursuant to Chapter 8 Financial Provisions and Procedures, Section
7, Action of Town Meeting, Subsection 8-7-1 of the Orleans Home Rule Charter, to act on the
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Capital Improvements Plan as published in the Warrant, by adopting said Plan with or without
amendments thereto, which amendments may include an increase or decrease in the amount of
money allocated to any particular line item contained therein, the addition of new line items or the
deletion of line items contained therein, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple
Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 10 and that pursuant to Chapter 8, Financial Provisions
and Procedures, Section 7, Action of Town Meeting, Sub-section 8-7-1 of the Orleans Home Rule
Charter, the Town Meeting accept the Capital Improvement Plan as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Voice vote carries by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 11. FUND COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT PROGRAM BUDGET
To see if the Town will vote to act on the report of the Community Preservation Committee on the
Fiscal Year 2021 Community Preservation budget and to appropriate or reserve for later
appropriation monies from the Community Preservation Fund's Annual Revenues and/or available
funds for the payment of debt service, undertaking of Community Preservation projects, the
Administrative Expenses of the Community Preservation Committee and all other necessary and
proper expenses for FY21, or take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 11 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One Million
Five Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Thirty-Two and 00/100 Dollars ($1,565,032.00) be transferred
from the Community Preservation Fund for the purposes and in the amounts set forth in the article.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 12. ACQUIRE LAND OWNED BY PECK FAMILY ON AREY’S POND
To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to acquire by gift, by purchase,
by eminent domain or otherwise, for conservation and passive recreation purposes, the land
located at 12 Peck’s Way, Orleans, MA, consisting of approximately 2.54 acres, and being shown
as Lot 3 on a plan recorded with the Barnstable Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 608 Page 99 and
described in a deed recorded with said Registry in Book 32020 Page 153; and to raise and
appropriate or transfer from available funds, or transfer from Community Preservation Act funds,
or borrow a sum of Seven Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($775,000.00) for
such acquisition, including all expenses incidental and related thereto; further, to authorize the
Board of Selectmen and/or the Conservation Commission to apply for, accept and expend any
funds that may be provided by the Commonwealth or other public or private sources to defray all
or a portion of the costs of said acquisition, including, but not limited to, grants and/or
reimbursement from the Commonwealth under the Self-Help Act, G.L. Ch. 132A, Section 11 (now,
so-called LAND grants), which grants and/or funds so received prior to the issuance of bonds or
notes authorized hereunder shall be used to reduce the amount authorized to be borrowed
hereunder; and/or any others in any way connected with the scope of this article, and, further, to
authorize the Board of Selectmen to negotiate the purchase of the land and to make the decision
to enter into any agreement to purchase the land and to execute any and all instruments as may
be necessary on behalf of the Town; and to authorize the Board of Selectmen to grant to the
Orleans Conservation Trust, a perpetual conservation restriction pursuant to the provisions of G.L.
Ch. 184, Sections 31-33, protecting the property for the purposes for which it is acquired, or to
take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Majority Vote Required)
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MOTION: To Call the Question
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously to call the question.
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 12 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Seven
Hundred Seventy Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($775,000.00) be appropriated for this
purpose and for costs incidental and related thereto, and to raise such appropriation, the
Treasurer, with approval of the Board of Selectmen, is authorized to borrow the sum of Seven
Hundred Seventy Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($775,000.00), pursuant to Massachusetts
General Laws, Chapter 44, Sections 7 and 8, Chapter 44B, or any other enabling authority, and
to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore; while any debt issued hereunder is a general
obligation of the Town, it is the Town’s intent that the amounts required to pay the principal and
interest on the borrowing authorized by this vote shall, in the first instance, be transferred from
Community Preservation Act funds. Any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any
bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs
of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote
in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount
authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount.
ACTION: On the Main Motion, Standing count. YES = 297, NO = 97. Motion passes by the
necessary 2/3 vote.
PROCEDURAL MOTION TO CHANGE THE ORDER OF CONSIDERATION OF ARTICLE 42
(2/3 Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: That Article 42 be considered after Article 12 has been acted upon.
ACTION: Voice vote carries by the necessary 2/3 majority.
ARTICLE 42. FUND ADDITIONAL COST FOR DOWNTOWN SEWER PROJECT
CONSTRUCTION
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, borrow and/or transfer from available funds the
sum of Twelve Million Two Hundred Eighteen Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($12,218,000.00),
or any other sum, for the purpose of funding the additional cost of construction of the Downtown
Area Collection System, Wastewater Treatment Plant and Effluent Disposal System including
Contract Administration and Owner’s Project Management Services; provided however that
such vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations of total taxes
imposed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59 § 21C (Proposition 2 1/2) amounts required to
pay the principal and interest of the borrowing approved by such vote and further authorize the
Board of Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal, State,
County or other funds that may be available for this purpose and to enter into Intermunicipal
Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be used to offset the total
appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 42 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Twelve
Million Two Hundred Eighteen Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($12,218,000.00), be appropriated
for this purpose and for costs incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval
of the Board of Selectmen, is authorized to borrow the sum of Twelve Million Two Hundred
Eighteen Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($12,218,000.00) pursuant to Massachusetts General
Laws, Chapter 29C and Chapter 44 Sec. 7 and 8, or any other enabling authority, and to issue
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bonds or notes of the Town therefore, provided however that this vote shall not take effect until
the Town votes to exempt from the limitations on total taxes imposed by the Massachusetts
General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C (Proposition 2 ½ so called) the amounts required to pay
the principal and interest on the borrowing approved by such vote. Any premium received by the
Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied
to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment
of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws,
thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount.
MOTION: To call the question
ACTION: Voice vote carries by the necessary 2/3 majority to call the question.
ACTION on the Main Motion: Voice vote carries by the necessary 2/3 majority
ARTICLE 13. FUND COMPREHENSIVE WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PLAN
IMPLEMENTATION
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, borrow and/or transfer from available funds the
sum of One Million Seven Hundred Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 Dollars
($1,700,500.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding the Utility Survey and Preliminary
Design of the Meetinghouse Pond Area Wastewater Facilities including Contract Administration
and Owner’s Project Management Services; and for funding Permeable Reactive Barriers
including monitoring the demonstration project off Eldredge Parkway and conducting
Watershed-Wide Planning and Investigations, including all expenses incidental and related
thereto; provided however that such vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from
the limitations of total taxes imposed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59 § 21C (Proposition
2 1/2) amounts required to pay the principal and interest of the borrowing approved by such vote
and further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept
any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose and to enter into
Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be used to
offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3
Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 13 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One Million
Seven Hundred Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($1,700,500.00), be appropriated
for this purpose and for costs incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval
of the Board of Selectmen, is authorized to borrow the sum of One Million Seven Hundred
Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($1,700,500.00) pursuant to Massachusetts
General Laws, Chapter 29C and Chapter 44 Sec. 7 and 8, or any other enabling authority, and to
issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore, provided however that this vote shall not take effect
until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations on total taxes imposed by the Massachusetts
General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C (Proposition 2 ½ so called) the amounts required to pay
the principal and interest on the borrowing approved by such vote. Any premium received by the
Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied
to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment
of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws,
thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount.
ACTION: Voice vote carries by the necessary 2/3 majority.
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ARTICLE 14. FUND BREWSTER CROSS ROAD AND LOCUST ROAD WATER QUALITY
PROJECTS
To see if the Town will vote to appropriate, and/or transfer from available funds the sum of Forty
Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($45,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding the
construction of a stormwater improvement projects on Brewster Cross Road and Locust Road,
including all expenses incidental and related thereto, and further authorize the Board of Selectmen
and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that
may be available for this purpose, and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of
any such grants or funds, or to take any other action relative thereto. (3/4 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article14 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Forty-Five
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($45,000.00) be raised and appropriated for this purpose.
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ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 15. FUND REPLACEMENT OF ROCK HARBOR ROAD WATER MAIN
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, borrow and/or transfer from available funds
the sum of Nine Hundred Ninety Eight Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($998,500.00),
or any other sum, for the purpose of funding the construction of the replacement of the water
main on Rock Harbor Road, including all expenses incidental and related thereto, and to further
authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or the Town Administrator to apply for and accept any
Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose and to enter into
Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be used to
offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3
Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 15 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Nine
Hundred Ninety Eight Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($998,500.00), be appropriated
for this purpose and for costs incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval
of the Board of Selectmen, is authorized to borrow the sum of Nine Hundred Ninety Eight
Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($998,500.00), pursuant to Massachusetts General
Laws, Chapter 44, Sec. 8 (5), or any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the
Town therefore, and that any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes
approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of
such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance
with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be
borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously
ARTICLE 16. FUND FIRE STATION HVAC/INTERIM IMPROVEMENTS
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, borrow and/or transfer from available funds
the sum of Four Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($400,000.00), or any other sum, for the
purpose of funding improvements to the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system at the
Orleans Fire Station, including all expenses incidental and related thereto; provided however
that such vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations of total
taxes imposed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59 § 21C (Proposition 2 1/2) amounts
required to pay the principal and interest of the borrowing approved by such vote and further
authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept any
Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose and to enter into
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Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be used to
offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action relative thereto. (3/4
Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 16 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Four
Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($400,000.00), be appropriated for this purpose and for
costs incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval of the Board of
Selectmen, is authorized to borrow the sum of Four Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars
($400,000.00) pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 29C and Chapter 44 Sec. 7
and 8, or any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore, provided
however that this vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations on
total taxes imposed by the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C (Proposition 2
½ so called) the amounts required to pay the principal and interest on the borrowing approved by
such vote. Any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by
this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds
or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter
44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to
pay such costs by a like amount.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 17. FUND WATER TREATMENT PLANT MEMBRANE REPLACEMENT
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds the sum of Eighty One Thousand
Eight Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($81,800.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding
the replacement of Water Treatment Plant membranes, as needed, including all expenses
incidental and related thereto; and further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town
Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be
available for this purpose and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such
grants or funds which shall be used to offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take
any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 17 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Eighty-one
Thousand Eight Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($81,800.00) be transferred from the Water Surplus
Account for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 18. FUND WATER MAIN SUSPENSION UNDER ROUTE 28 BRIDGE
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds the sum of Fifty Thousand and 00/100
Dollars ($50,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding the replacement of the
approximately 60-year-old hangers that support the Town’s 8-inch cast iron water main under the
Route 28 bridge in South Orleans, including all expenses incidental and related thereto; and
further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept any
Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose and to enter into
Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be used to
offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action relative thereto. (3/4
Vote Required)
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MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 18 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Fifty
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) be transferred from the Water Surplus Account for
this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 19. FUND REPLACEMENT OF WATER SERVICES IN SEWER AREA
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, borrow and/or transfer from available funds
the sum of One Hundred Twenty Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($125,000.00), or any other
sum, for the purpose of funding the replacement of all remaining original 1963+/- iron water
services within the limits of the downtown sewer project, including all expenses incidental and
related thereto; and further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to apply
for and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose
and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which
shall be used to offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action relative
thereto. (3/4 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 19 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One
Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($125,000.00), be appropriated for this
purpose and for costs incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval of the
Board of Selectmen, is authorized to borrow the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($125,000.00), pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 44. Sec. 8 (5)
and (6), or any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore, and
that any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this
vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or
notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter
44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to
pay such costs by a like amount.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 20. FUND REPLACEMENT OF CANAL ROAD WATER MAIN
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, borrow and/or transfer from available funds
the sum of Three Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($300,000.00), or any other sum, for the
purpose of constructing water main replacement on Canal Road, including all expenses incidental
and related thereto; and further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to
apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this
purpose and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds
which shall be used to offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action
relative thereto. (3/4 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 20 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Three
Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($300,000.00) be appropriated for this purpose and for
costs incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval of the Board of
Selectmen, is authorized to borrow the sum of Three Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars
($300,000.00), pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 44. Sec. 8 (5) and (6), or any
other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore, and that any premium
received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such
premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied
to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the
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General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a
like amount.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 21. FUND WATER QUALITY DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, and/or transfer from available funds the sum
of One Hundred Eighty Seven Thousand Three Hundred Thirteen and 00/100 Dollars
($187,313.00), or any other sum, into the Stabilization Fund for Water Quality Drainage
Improvements, and further to transfer from the Stabilization Fund the sum of One Hundred Eighty
Seven Thousand Three Hundred Thirteen and 00/100 Dollars ($187,313.00) for the purpose of
funding the design and construction of improvements to the Town’s drainage infrastructure
systems, including all expenses incidental and related thereto, and further authorize the Board of
Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or other
funds that may be available for this purpose, and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for
acceptance of any such grants or funds, or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote
Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 21 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One
Hundred Eighty-Seven Thousand Three Hundred Thirteen and 00/100 Dollars ($187,313.00) be
raised and appropriated for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 22. FUND TOWN PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, and/or transfer from available funds the sum
of Three Hundred Seventy Four Thousand Six Hundred Forty Nine and 00/100 Dollars
($374,649.00), or any other sum, into the Stabilization Fund for the Town Pavement Management
Program, and further to transfer from the Stabilization Fund the sum of Three Hundred Seventy
Four Thousand Six Hundred Forty Nine and 00/100 Dollars ($374,649.00) for the purpose of
funding the local share of the Town’s ongoing Pavement Management Program to repair,
resurface, and reconstruct Town roadways, including all expenses incidental and related thereto,
and further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept
any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose, and to enter into
Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds, or to take any other action
relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 22 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Three
Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Nine and 00/100 Dollars ($374,649.00) be
raised and appropriated for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 23. FUND FIRE DEPARTMENT NEW AMBULANCE
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, borrow and/or transfer from available funds a
sum of Three Hundred Forty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($340,000.00), or any other sum,
for the purpose of purchasing a new ambulance for the Fire Department, including all expenses
incidental and related thereto; and further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town
Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be
available for this purpose and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such
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grants or funds which shall be used to offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take
any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 23 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Three
Hundred Forty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($340,000.00) be transferred from the Ambulance
Receipts Reserved for Appropriation Account for this purpose and for costs incidental and related
thereto.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 24. FUND REPLACEMENT WATER DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, borrow and/or transfer from available funds a
sum of Twelve Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($12,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose
of funding the replacement of a ride-on mower, including all expenses incidental and related
thereto; and further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to apply for
and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose and
to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall
be used to offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action relative
thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 24 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Twelve
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($12,000.00) be transferred from the Water Surplus Account for
this purpose and for costs incidental and related thereto.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 25. APPROPRIATION OF UNEXPENDED BOND PROCEEDS
To see if the Town will appropriate the following unexpended amounts of money that were initially
borrowed to finance the following project, that are no longer needed due to the receipt of a State
Grant, to pay costs associated with Comprehensive Water Resources Management Plan
Implementation – Planning, Engineering & Adaptive Management authorized under Annual Town
Meeting (ATM) Article 14 at the May 7, 2018 Town meeting, as permitted by Chapter 44, Section
20 of the General Laws:
Unexpended Date of Warrant Original
Amount Approval Article Purpose
$147,200 5/13/2019 23 Replace Bulkheads at Rock Harbor/Town Cove Design
Or take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 25 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One
Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($147,200.00) be appropriated
for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 26. APPROPRIATION OF UNEXPENDED BOND PROCEEDS
To see if the Town will appropriate the following unexpended amounts of money that were initially
borrowed to finance the following projects that are now complete and for which no further liability
remains, to pay costs associated with Comprehensive Water Resources Management Plan
Implementation – Planning, Engineering & Adaptive Management authorized under ATM Article
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14 at the May 7, 2018 Town meeting, as permitted by Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General
Laws:
Unexpended Date of Warrant Original
Amount Approval Article Purpose
$90,225.27 5/09/2016 10 Rock Harbor Bulkhead Improvements
$19,334.00 5/09/2016 5 Police Station Construction
Or take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #26 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One
Hundred Nine Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Nine and 27/100 Dollars ($109,559.27) be
appropriated from the unexpended bond proceeds identified in the article for this purpose and the
amount appropriated and authorized to be borrowed under Article 14 of the 2018 Annual Town
Meeting is reduced accordingly.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 27. APPLICATION OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES PREMIUMS
To see if the Town will vote to appropriate the premium paid to the Town upon the sale of notes
issued on February 7, 2020 to pay costs of capital projects and to reduce the amounts
appropriated for such projects by the same amount; or to take any other action relative thereto.
(Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 27 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Three
Hundred Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Seven and 66/100 Dollars ($309,887.66) be
appropriated from the premium paid to the Town upon the sale of the notes issued on February
7, 2020 to pay costs of the following projects:
(a) Water Quality Management Plan project authorized by vote of the Town on May 7, 2018
(ATM Article 14) in the amount of Two Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Fifty and
13/100 Dollars ($242,650.13) and to reduce the amount authorized to be borrowed for such
project, but not yet permanently financed by the Town, by the same amount;
(b) Engineering and Design to connect Well No.7 to Water Treatment Plant Facility project
authorized by vote of the Town on May 7, 2018 (ATM Article 22) in the amount of Three
Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Four and 65/100 Dollars ($3,494.65) and to reduce the
amount authorized to be borrowed for such project, but not yet permanently financed by the
Town, by the same amount;
(c) Nauset Beach Retreat Master Plan and Design project authorized by vote of the Town on
May 7, 2018 (STM Article 6) in the amount of Three Thousand Thirty-Eight and 14/100
Dollars ($3,038.14) and to reduce the amount authorized to be borrowed for such project,
but not yet permanently financed by the Town, by the same amount.
(d) Main Street Reconstruction and Village Center Streetscape project authorized by vote of the
Town on May 13, 2019 (ATM Article 25) in the amount of Nine Thousand Eight Hundred
Ninety-Four and 58/100 Dollars ($9,894.58) and to reduce the amount authorized to be
borrowed for such project, but not yet permanently financed by the Town, by the same
amount.
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(e) Construction to Connect Well #7 to the Water Treatment Plant project authorized by vote of
the Town on May 13, 2019 (ATM Article 21) in the amount of Forty-Two Thousand One
Hundred Sixty-Five and 88/100 Dollars ($42,165.88) and to reduce the amount authorized
to be borrowed for such project, but not yet permanently financed by the Town, by the same
amount.
(f) Construction to Replace Bulkheads at Rock Harbor and Town Cove project authorized by
vote of the Town on May 13, 2019 (ATM Article 23) in the amount of Seven Thousand Seven
Hundred Sixty-Three and 93/100 Dollars ($7,763.93) and to reduce the amount authorized
to be borrowed for such project, but not yet permanently financed by the Town, by the same
amount.
(g) Replace Landfill Methane Gas Flare Design and Installation project authorized by vote of the
Town on May 13, 2019 (ATM Article 22) in the amount of Eight Hundred Eighty and 35/100
Dollars ($880.35) and to reduce the amount authorized to be borrowed for such project, but
not yet permanently financed by the Town, by the same amount.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously
ARTICLE 28. FUND OTHER POST-EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS (OPEB) LIABILITY TRUST
FUND
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of Four Hundred Fifty Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($450,000.00) to be deposited in the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB)
Liability Trust Fund; or take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 28 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Four
Hundred Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($450,000.00) be raised and appropriated for this
purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 29. FUND AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST FUND
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of Two Hundred Seventy-Five
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($275,000.00), to be deposited in the Affordable Housing Trust
Fund, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 29 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Two
Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($275,000.00) be raised and appropriated
for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 30. FUND MAINTENANCE OF BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, and/or transfer from available funds the sum
of Three Hundred Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($350,000.00), or any other sum, into the
Stabilization Fund for Building and Facility Maintenance, and further to transfer from the
Stabilization Fund the sum of Three Hundred Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($350,000.00)
for the purpose of funding building and facility maintenance projects, including all expenses
incidental and related thereto, and further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town
Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be
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available for this purpose, and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such
grants or funds, or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 30 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Three
Hundred Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($350,000.00) be raised and appropriated for the
purpose of funding Building and facility Maintenance, including all expenses incidental and related
thereto.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 31. FUND PURCHASE OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, and/or transfer from available funds the sum
of Five Hundred Seventy Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($570,000.00), or any other sum, into the
Stabilization Fund for Motor Vehicles and Equipment, and further to transfer from the Stabilization
Fund the sum of Five Hundred Seventy Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($570,000.00) for the
purpose of funding vehicle and equipment purchases, including all expenses incidental and
related thereto, and further authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Town Administrator to apply
for and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose,
and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds, or to take
any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 31 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Five
Hundred Seventy Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($570,000.00) be raised and appropriated for the
purpose of funding Motor Vehicles and Equipment, including all expenses incidental and related
thereto.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 32. FUND VISITOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES BY ORLEANS CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds the sum
of Thirty-Three Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($33,000.00), or any other sum, to be spent under
the direction of the Orleans Chamber of Commerce, Inc. and the Board of Selectmen for the
purposes of managing year-round visitors and making the Town more user friendly; or to take any
other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 32 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Thirty-
Three Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($33,000.00), be raised and appropriated for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 33. FUND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCIES (FY21)
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds the sum
of One Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Ten Dollars
($ 126,610.00), or any other sum, to fund the following human services organizations for the
period July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021.
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Funding for FY 2021
AIDS Support Group of Cape Cod $ 5,000.00
Alzheimer’s Support Group of Cape Cod $ 10,000.00
Big Brothers/Big Sisters $ 2,000.00
Cape Cod Children’s Place $ 3,250.00
Consumer Assistance Council, Inc. $ 700.00
Duffy Health Center $ 1,000.00
Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, Inc. $ 2,500.00
Family Food Pantry $ 5,000.00
Food for Kids $ 3,500.00
Homeless Prevention Council $ 12,360.00
Independence House, Inc. $ 10,000.00
Lower Cape Outreach Council $ 10,000.00
Nauset Together We Can $ 12,000.00
Orleans After School Activities Program $ 20,000.00
Outer Cape Health Services $ 20,000.00
Sight Loss Services, Inc. $ 1,600.00
South Coastal Counties Legal Services, Inc. $ 2,700.00
Sustainable CAPE $ 5,000.00
TOTAL: $ 126,610.00
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 33 as printed in the warrant, and that the sum of One
Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Ten Dollars ($ 126,610.00) be raised and
appropriated for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 34. FUND FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds the sum
of Eight Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($8,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding
the July 4th celebration within the Town of Orleans. Said funds to be expended under the direction
of the Town Administrator, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote
Required
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 34 as printed in the warrant, and that the sum of Eight
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($8,000.00) be raised and appropriated for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 35. FUND CULTURAL COUNCIL GRANTS
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds the sum
of Two Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($2,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding
Cultural Council awards to organizations that benefit Orleans residents. Said funds to be
expended under the direction of the Town Administrator, or to take any other action relative
thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
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MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 36 as printed in the warrant, and that the sum of Two
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($2,000.00) be raised and appropriated for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 36. AUTHORIZE AND FUND HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN PERMITS
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds the sum
of Forty Two Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($42,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of
funding the implementation costs, including all expenses incidental and related thereto, of the
Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) approved by the Federal and State Fish and Wildlife Services.
The HCP provides for limited over sand vehicle use of Nauset Beach south of the bathing beach
parking lot during the summer migratory bird nesting season, or to take any other action relative
thereto. (Board of Selectmen)
(Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 36 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Forty-
Two Thousand and 00/100 Dollars be raised and appropriated for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 37. FUND ELECTED OFFICIALS COMPENSATION (FY21)
To see if the Town will vote to fix the salaries of elected officials for the twelve-month period
beginning July 1, 2020 as follows:
1) Board of Selectmen (5) $3,000.00
2) Board Chairman $ 500.00
3) Moderator $ 300.00
4) Constables (2) $ 150.00
and to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds the sum of Sixteen Thousand
One Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($16,100.00), or any other sum, for this purpose, or to take any
other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 37 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Sixteen
Thousand One Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($16,100.00) be raised and appropriated for this
purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 38. TRANSFER WATER SERVICE CONNECTION FUNDS
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds the sum of Thirty Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($30,000.00), or any other sum, to the Water Special Revenue Fund - Water
Service Connection Account for the purpose of maintaining water service connections, or to take
any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 38 as printed in the warrant and the sum of Thirty Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($30,000.00) be transferred from the Water Special Revenue Fund – Fund
Balance Reserved for Water Service Connections for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
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ARTICLE 39. FUND ORLEANS POLICE FEDERATION CONTRACT (FY21)
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate and/or transfer from available funds a sum
of Seventy-Four Thousand Fifteen and 00/100 Dollars ($74,015.00), or any other sum, to be
added to the FY21 Salaries Account for the Police Department budget and the Medicare Taxes
budget for employees covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the Town and
the Orleans Police Federation, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To be accept and adopt Article 39 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of
Seventy-Four Thousand Fifteen and 00/100 Dollars ($74,015.00) be raised and appropriated for
this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 40. FUND ORLEANS PERMANENT FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION
CONTRACT (FY21)
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds a sufficient sum of money to be added
to the FY21 Salary Accounts for the Fire Department budget and the Medicare Taxes budget for
employees covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the Town and the Orleans
Permanent Firefighters Association, Local 2675 I.A.F.F., or to take any other action relative
thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 40 as printed in the warrant and that a sufficient sum be
transferred from Free Cash for this purpose.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 41. AMEND GENERAL BYLAW CH. 40 – PERSONNEL AND FUND NON-
UNION EMPLOYEE COLA
To see if the Town will vote to amend Chapter 40, Personnel, to approve a 2% cost of living wage
increase for the period of July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (FY21) for those employees who are
covered by the Personnel Bylaw Compensation Plans and those employees covered by individual
contracts and employment agreements; and to amend part-time plan B by adding two positions,
a copy of the update is on file with the Town Clerk, or take any action relative thereto. (Simple
Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article 41 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously.
ARTICLE 43. COMMERCIAL USE-SINGLE PLASTIC WATER BOTTLE BAN – BY
PETITION
To see if the Town will vote to adopt the following as a general by-law and to insert it into the
Code of the Town of Orleans, Massachusetts, Chapter 129 Section 129-2.
Section 1. Sale of Single-use Plastic Water Bottles
Effective on September 1, 2021, it shall be unlawful to sell non-carbonated, unflavored drinking
water in single-use plastic bottles of less than one gallon in the Town of Orleans. Enforcement of
this regulation will begin September 1, 2021.
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Section 2. Definitions
A single-use plastic bottle is a beverage container made from any type of plastic resin.
Section 3. Exemptions
Sales or distribution of non-carbonated, unflavored drinking water in single-use plastic bottles
occurring subsequent to a declaration of emergency (by the Emergency Management Director or
other duly authorized Town, County, Commonwealth or Federal official) affecting the availability
and/or quality of drinking water to residents of the Town shall be exempt from this bylaw until
seven days after the declaration has ended.
Section 4. Enforcement
Enforcement of this article shall be the responsibility of the Board of Health or its designee. The
Board of Health shall determine the inspection process to be followed, incorporating the process
into other Town duties as appropriate. Any establishment conducting sales in violation of this
article shall be subject to a non-criminal disposition fine as specified in G. L. Chapter 40 § 21D.
The following penalties apply:
- First violation: Written warning
- Second violation: $150 fine
- Third and subsequent violations: $300 fine
Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate violation, incurring additional fines. Any
such fines collected shall be payable to the Town of Orleans.
All businesses will be routinely inspected until the Board of Health deems the inspection to no
longer be required.
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (By Petition) (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To indefinitely postpone Article 43.
ACTION: Voice vote carries by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 44. CLIMATE CRISES RESPONSE RESOLUTION – BY PETITION
To see if the Town will vote to direct the Select Board to develop a Comprehensive Climate Action
Plan for Orleans in 2020 in response to the global climate emergency and identify a focal point in
Town Government for managing the process. The plan should have two main pillars; one related
to mitigation (reducing carbon emissions) and the other directed to adaptation (managing the
impacts from legacy and ongoing carbon emissions).
The mitigation element would start with a green-house gases inventory (an estimation of the
‘carbon footprint’ of the town). This would become the base line for measuring reductions to reach
a net carbon neutral outcome with net zero greenhouse gas emission by 2035. It would then lay
out a set of actions to reach that goal.
Similarly, the adaptation plan would undertake an integrated review of the vulnerabilities the Town
faces and recommend necessary actions.
All aspects of the process should include an active program of public outreach and education.
Or to take any other action relative thereto (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To indefinitely postpone Article 44.
ACTION: Voice vote carries by the necessary simple majority.
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ARTICLE 45. PERMIT AND DREDGE FRESHWATER LAKES & PONDS – BY PETITION
To see if the Town will vote to take the necessary steps to permit and dredge the freshwater lakes
and ponds. Scientific studies have shown that thick accumulations of sediment on the bottom of
freshwater lakes and ponds are the dominant source of phosphorous in the water column which
is the cause of algae blooms. In addition, the loaded sediment is smothering the springs and
seepage on the bottom of these water bodies and is impacting the health of fish and aquatic life.
Clearing Orleans' freshwater lakes and ponds of this poor sediment would improve the water
quality significantly and restore the natural levels of their marine life. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To indefinitely postpone Article 45
ACTION: Voice vote carries by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 46. FUND COMMUNITY CENTER FEASIBILITY STUDY – BY PETITION
To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, borrow and/or transfer from available funds
the sum of Seventy Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($75,000.00), or any other sum, for the
purpose of funding a feasibility study for purchasing existing property or renovating current town
property, for the construction of a Community Center, including all expenses incidental and related
thereto; provided however that such vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from
the limitations of total taxes imposed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59 § 21C
(Proposition 2 ½) amounts required to pay the principal and interest of the borrowing approved
by such vote and further authorize the Board of Select and/or Town Administrator to apply for and
accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose and to
enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be
used to offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action relative thereto.
(3/4 Vote Required)
MOTION: To indefinitely postpone Article 46.
ACTION: Voice vote to indefinitely carries by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 47. CLOSING ARTICLE
And to act on any other business that may legally come before the meeting. (Simple Majority
Vote Required)
MOTION: To adjourn Town Meeting.
ACTION: Voice vote carries unanimously. Town Meeting adjourned at 12:30 pm.
A True Record, Attest:
Cynthia S. May, Town Clerk
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SPECIAL TOWN MEETING “DOINGS”
October 31, 2020
The Special Town Meeting was held on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at Nauset Beach. The Special
Town Meeting was opened at 11:29 am after a quorum of 200 voters was declared by the Town
Clerk. Tellers were: Greta Avery, Patricia Bradley, Daniella Bradley O’Brien, Hannah Caliri and
John Jannell. Constables on duty were Kevin Higgins and Mary Stevens A total of 623 voters
were in attendance.
PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
MOTION: To dispense with the reading of the Warrant except the Preamble, Conclusion and
Attestation thereof.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
MOTION: That all Town Officials or department managers or their duly designated representative,
required to attend Town Meeting pursuant to Section 2-7-3 of the charter all of whom are not
residents of the Town of Orleans be permitted to address the Special Town Meeting on matters
affecting their office, department or organization, or projects for which they have performed services
for the Town.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 1. PAY BILLS OF PRIOR YEARS
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from Free Cash a sum of money to pay bills of prior years
under the provisions of Chapter 179, Acts of 1941, as amended, or to take any other action relative
thereto. (9/10 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt and the sum of Eight Hundred and Thirty-Four and 00/100 Dollars
($834.00) be transferred from Free Cash to pay the following unpaid bills:
The following is a list of unpaid bills of prior years as of October 31, 2020,
DEPARTMENT VENDOR AMOUNT
Department of Public Works Unifirst $10.30
Department of Public Works CYN Environmental Services $445.00
Town Meeting Nauset Disposal $150.00
Department of Public Works Shelter Tree $195.00
Zoning Board of Appeals Gatehouse Media $32.78
TOTAL $833.08
ACTION: Yes = 457, No = 9, motion passes by the necessary 9/10 majority.
ARTICLE 2. FY 21 BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
To see if the Town will vote to amend the action taken under Article 9 of the June 20, 2020 Annual
Town Meeting (TOWN/SCHOOL BUDGET) by reducing the appropriations under various line
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items and/or transferring from various line items within current appropriations, such sums of
money as necessary in the operating budgets of the various Town departments for FY21 as
follows:
3.Reduce the appropriation for Council on Aging Salary and Expense Accounts by rescinding
the sum of Forty-Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Forty and 00/100 Dollars ($49,740.00), or
any other sum;
4.Reduce the appropriation for Employee Health and Medicare Account by rescinding the sum
of Fifty-Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($55,000.00), or any other sum;
5.Transfer from the Employee Health and Medicare Account the sum of Thirty Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($30,000.00) to the Police/Communications Salary and Expense Accounts;
6.Transfer from the Employee Health and Medicare Account the sum of Fifteen Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($15,000.00), or any other sum, to the Select Board/Town Administrator
Expense Account;
7.Reduce the appropriation for Highway Department Salary Account by rescinding the sum of
One Hundred Fifty Four Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($154,000.00), or any other sum;
8.Transfer from the Highway Department Salary Account the sum of Thirty-Six Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($36,000.00), or any other sum, to the Natural Resources Department Salaries
Account and the Fringe Benefit Accounts;
9.Reduce the appropriation for the Windmill Salary Account by rescinding the sum of Four
Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty and 00/100 Dollars ($4,750.00), or any other sum. (Simple
Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #2, as printed in the warrant, and the reductions in
appropriations be made from the various accounts by rescinding those amounts and the transfers
from the various accounts be made for the purpose(s) set forth in this article.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 3. AMEND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN FOR FY22
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Capital Improvements Plan by adding the following
items for FY 2022:
1.Nauset Estuary Dredging Project Environmental Permitting and Engineering Design Services
in the amount of One Hundred Sixty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($160,000.00);
2.Pleasant Bay Dredging Project Construction in the amount of Seven Hundred Fifty Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($750,000.00). (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #3 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 4. ESTABLISH ENTERPRISE FUND – SEWER OPERATIONS
To see if the Town will vote to accept the provisions of Chapter 44, Section 53F1/2 of the
Massachusetts General Laws and to establish sewer operations as an enterprise fund for FY22,
effective July 1, 2021; or take any action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #4 as printed in the warrant.
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ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 5. ESTABLISH ENTERPRISE FUND – BEACH OPERATIONS
To see if the Town will vote to accept the provisions of Chapter 44, Section 53F1/2 of the
Massachusetts General Laws and to establish beach operations as an enterprise fund for FY22,
effective July 1, 2021; or take any action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #5 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 6. ESTABLISH ENTERPRISE FUND – MOORING OPERATIONS
To see if the Town will vote to accept the provisions of Chapter 44, Section 53F1/2 of the
Massachusetts General Laws and to establish mooring operations as an enterprise fund for FY22,
effective July 1, 2021; or take any action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #6 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 7. ESTABLISH ENTERPRISE FUND – TRANSFER STATION
To see if the Town will vote to accept the provisions of Chapter 44, Section 53F1/2 of the
Massachusetts General Laws and to establish transfer station operations as an enterprise fund
for FY22, effective July 1, 2021; or take any action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #7 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 8. ESTABLISH ENTERPRISE FUND – ROCK HARBOR BOAT BASIN
To see if the Town will vote to accept the provisions of Chapter 44, Section 53F1/2 of the
Massachusetts General Laws and to establish Rock Harbor Boat Basin operations as an
enterprise fund for FY22, effective July 1, 2021; or take any action relative thereto. (Simple
Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #8 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 9. RESCIND STABILIZATION FUNDING OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
To see if the Town will vote to amend the action taken under Article 31 of the June 20,2020 Annual
Town Meeting by reducing the appropriation for FY21 for the Motor Vehicle and Equipment
Stabilization Fund by rescinding the sum of Two Hundred Sixty Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars
($265,000.00), or any other sum, or take any action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #9 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
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ARTICLE 10. RESCIND STABILIZATION FUNDING OF MAINTENANCE OF BUILDINGS
AND FACILITIES
To see if the Town will vote to amend the action taken under Article 30 of the June 20, 2020
Annual Town Meeting by reducing the appropriation for FY21 for the Maintenance of Buildings
and Facilities Stabilization Fund by rescinding the sum of Two Hundred Fifty Thousand and
00/100 Dollars ($250,000.00), or any other sum; or to take any action relative thereto (Simple
Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #10 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 11. ESTABLISH NEW REVOLVING FUND FOR ELECTRIC CHARGE STATIONS
To see if the Town will vote to authorize a revolving fund under M.G.L. Chapter 44, §53½ and
Chapter 82 of the Code of the Town of Orleans for the Revolving Fund for Electric Charge
Stations, said fund not to exceed five-thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($5,000.00). The Account will
be used to fund the electricity and subscription service for the program. All funds to be spent under
the direction of the Department Manager and the Town Administrator; or take any action relative
thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: Pursuant to Mass General Laws, Chapter 44, Section 53 E ½ and Chapter 82 of the
Code of the Town of Orleans that this article be accepted and adopted
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 12. FUND WATER SURPLUS ARTICLE FOR EMERGENCY EXPENDITURE
AUTHORIZED BY THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
To see if the Town will vote to transfer the sum of Forty-Seven Thousand and 00/100 Dollars
($47,000.00), or any other sum, from the Water Surplus Fund to fund the emergency expenditure
authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue to make repairs at the Water Treatment
Plant; or take any action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #12 as printed in the warrant and the sum of Forty-Six
Thousand Two Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($46,200.00) be transferred from the Water Surplus
Fund for purposes set forth in the article.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 13. FUND FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR FIRE STATION RENOVATION/ ADDITION
To see if the Town will vote to borrow the sum of One Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars
($100,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding a feasibility study for renovation
of and/or addition to the existing Fire Station, including all expenses incidental and related
thereto; provided however that such vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from
the limitations of total taxes imposed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59 § 21C (Proposition
2 1/2) amounts required to pay the principal and interest of the borrowing approved by such vote
and further authorize the Select Board and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept any
Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose and to enter into
Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be used to
offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action relative thereto. (3/4
Vote Required)
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MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #13 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One
Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($100,000.00), be appropriated for this purpose and for
costs incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval of the Select Board, is
authorized to borrow the sum of One Hundred Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($100,000.00)
pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 29C and Chapter 44 Sec. 7 and 8, or any other
enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore, provided however that this
vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations on total taxes imposed
by the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C (Proposition 2 ½ so called) the
amounts required to pay the principal and interest on the borrowing approved by such vote. Any
premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less
any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may
be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Section
20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs
by a like amount.
ACTION: Yes = 452, No = 93, motion passes by the necessary 3/4 majority.
ARTICLE 14. FUND REPLACEMENT OF FIRE DEPARTMENT PUMPER TRUCK
To see if the Town will vote to borrow the sum of Six Hundred Seventy Five Thousand and 00/100
Dollars ($675,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of purchasing a new pumper truck for
the Fire Department, including all expenses incidental and related thereto; provided however
that such vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations of total
taxes imposed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59 § 21C (Proposition 2 1/2) amounts
required to pay the principal and interest of the borrowing approved by such vote and further
authorize the Select Board and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal,
State, County or other funds that may be available for this purpose and to enter into Intermunicipal
Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be used to offset the total
appropriation authorized herein, and to authorize the Town Administrator to sell, trade, lease or
exchange or otherwise dispose of the old fire pumper truck deemed advisable and in the best
interest of the Town, the proceeds from any such disposition to be applied toward the cost of
acquiring said pumper truck, or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accepted and adopted Article #14 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Six
Hundred Seventy Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($675,000.00) , be appropriated for this
purpose and for costs incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval of the
Select Board, is authorized to borrow the sum of Six Hundred Seventy Five Thousand and 00/100
Dollars ($675,000.00) pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 29C and Chapter 44
Sec. 7 and 8, or any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore,
provided however that this vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the
limitations on total taxes imposed by the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C
(Proposition 2 ½ so called) the amounts required to pay the principal and interest on the borrowing
approved by such vote. Any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes
approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of
such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance
with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be
borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount.
ACTION: Yes = 450, No = 83, motion passes by the necessary 2/3 majority.
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ARTICLE 15. FUND MILL POND LANDING RESTORATION
To see if the Town will vote to borrow the sum of Three Hundred Fifty Thousand and 00/100
Dollars ($350,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding the Mill Pond Landing
Restoration project, including all expenses incidental and related thereto; provided however that
such vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations of total taxes
imposed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59 § 21C (Proposition 2 1/2) amounts required to
pay the principal and interest of the borrowing approved by such vote and further authorize the
Select Board and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or
other funds that may be available for this purpose and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for
acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be used to offset the total appropriation
authorized herein, or to take any other action relative thereto. (3/4 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #15 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Three
Hundred Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($350,000.00), be appropriated for this purpose and
for costs incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval of the Select Board,
is authorized to borrow the sum of Three Hundred Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars
($350,000.00) pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 29C and Chapter 44 Sec. 7
and 8, or any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore, provided
however that this vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations on
total taxes imposed by the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C (Proposition 2
½ so called) the amounts required to pay the principal and interest on the borrowing approved by
such vote. Any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by
this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds
or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter
44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to
pay such costs by a like amount.
MOTION: Yes = 347, No = 172, motion fails to meet 3/4 majority.
ARTICLE 16. FUND ENGINEERING DESIGN AND PERMITTING SERVICES FOR NAUSET
ESTUARY DREDGING PROJECT
To see if the Town will vote to borrow the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand and 00/100
Dollars ($120,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding engineering design and
permitting services for the Nauset Estuary Dredging Project, including all expenses incidental
and related thereto; provided however that such vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to
exempt from the limitations of total taxes imposed by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59 §
21C (Proposition 2 ½) amounts required to pay the principal and interest of the borrowing
approved by such vote and further authorize the Select Board and/or Town Administrator to
apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be available for this
purpose and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such grants or funds
which shall be used to offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take any other action
relative thereto (3/4 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #16 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One
Hundred Twenty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($120,000.00) be raised and appropriated for this
purpose and for costs incidental and related thereto, to raise such appropriation the Treasurer, with
approval of the Select Board, is authorized to borrow the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand
and 00/100 Dollars ($120,000.00) pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 44, Section 7
Clause (9), or any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefor,
provided however that this vote shall not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the
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limitations on total taxes imposed by the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C
(Proposition 2 ½ so called) the amounts required to pay the principal and interest on the borrowing
approved by such vote, and that any premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or
notes approved by this vote, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance
of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance
with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be
borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount.
ACTION: Yes = 403, No = 105, motion passes by the necessary 3/4 majority.
ARTICLE 17. FUND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR POTENTIAL PURCHASE OF
DREDGING EQUIPMENT
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from Free Cash the sum of Thirty Thousand Dollars
($30,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding engineering design services for the
potential purchase of dredging equipment, or to take any other action relative thereto. (3/4 Vote
Required)
MOTION: To indefinitely postpone.
ACTION: Yes = 443, No = 74, motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 18. FUND ENGINEERING FOR DREDGE DISPOSAL SITES IN PLEASANT BAY &
DREDGE A CHANNEL TO MILL POND IN NAUSET ESTUARY
To see if the Town will vote to borrow the sum of Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($50,000.00),
or any other sum, for the purpose of funding the engineering design and permitting for dredge
disposal/dewatering sites to support maintenance dredging in Pleasant Bay and determine the
feasibility of dredging a navigational channel from Mill Pond to Nauset Estuary, including all
expenses incidental and related thereto; provided however that such vote shall not take effect
until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations of total taxes imposed by Massachusetts
General Law Chapter 59 § 21C (Proposition 2 ½) amounts required to pay the principal and interest
of the borrowing approved by such vote and further authorize the Select Board and/or Town
Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or other funds that may be
available for this purpose and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for acceptance of any such
grants or funds which shall be used to offset the total appropriation authorized herein, or to take
any other action relative thereto. (3/4 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article # 18 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Fifty
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($50,000.00), be appropriated for this purpose and for costs
incidental and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval of the Select Board, is
authorized to borrow the sum of Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) pursuant to
Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 29C and Chapter 44 Sec. 7 and 8, or any other enabling
authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore, provided however that this vote shall
not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations on total taxes imposed by the
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C (Proposition 2 ½ so called) the amounts
required to pay the principal and interest on the borrowing approved by such vote. Any premium
received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such
premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied
to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the
General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like
amount.
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ACTION: Yes = 434, No = 86, motion passes by the necessary 3/4 majority.
ARTICLE 19. FUND COMMUNITY CENTER FEASIBILITY STUDY
To see if the Town will vote to borrow the sum of Seventy Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars
($75,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding a feasibility study for purchasing
existing property or renovating current town property, for the construction of a Community Center,
including all expenses incidental and related thereto; provided however that such vote shall not
take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations of total taxes imposed by
Massachusetts General Law Chapter 59 § 21C (Proposition 2 ½) amounts required to pay the
principal and interest of the borrowing approved by such vote and further authorize the Select
Board and/or Town Administrator to apply for and accept any Federal, State, County or other
funds that may be available for this purpose and to enter into Intermunicipal Agreements for
acceptance of any such grants or funds which shall be used to offset the total appropriation
authorized herein, or to take any other action relative thereto (3/4 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #19 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Seventy
Five and 00/100 Dollars ($75,000.00), be appropriated for this purpose and for costs incidental
and related thereto, and that the Treasurer, with approval of the Select Board, is authorized to
borrow the sum of Seventy Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($75,000.00) pursuant to
Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 29C and Chapter 44 Sec. 7 and 8, or any other enabling
authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore, provided however that this vote shall
not take effect until the Town votes to exempt from the limitations on total taxes imposed by the
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 59, Section 21C (Proposition 2 ½ so called) the amounts
required to pay the principal and interest on the borrowing approved by such vote. Any premium
received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this vote, less any such
premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied
to the payment of costs approved by this vote in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the
General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a
like amount.
MOTION: To call the question (2/3 vote required).
ACTION: Yes = 456, No = 59. Motion to call the question passes by necessary 2/3.
ACTION ON THE MAIN MOTION: Yes = 297, No = 226. Motion fails to pass by 3/4 majority.
ARTICLE 20. FUND FEASIBILITY STUDY – ROUTE 6A PROPERTY
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from Free Cash the sum of Fifteen Thousand and 00/100
Dollars ($15,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of funding a feasibility study of the
potential reuses of the Governor Prence Properties on Route 6A, including affordable housing
and other compatible uses; or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #20 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Fifteen
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($15,000.00) be transferred from Free Cash for this purpose.
MOTION: To call the question (2/3 vote required).
ACTION: Yes = 466, No = 22. Motion to call the question passes by necessary 2/3.
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ACTION ON THE MAIN MOTION: Yes = 400, No = 103. Motion passes by the necessary simple
majority. majority.
ARTICLE 21. FUND UNANTICIPATED EMPLOYEE BUYOUTS
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from Free Cash the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Five
Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($185,000.00), or any other sum, to fund unanticipated employee
related buyouts, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #21 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of One
Hundred Eight- Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($185,000.00) be transferred from Free Cash
for this purpose.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 22. FUND ELECTRONIC VOTING AT TOWN MEETING
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from Free Cash the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars
($25,000.00), or any other sum, for the purpose of leasing or purchasing electronic voting
equipment, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #22 as printed in the warrant and that the sum of Twenty-
Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($25,000.00) be transferred from Free Cash for this purpose.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 23. FREE CASH TRANSFER TO GENERAL STABILIZATION FUND
To see if the Town will vote to transfer from Free Cash the sum of Four Million Two Hundred
Forty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Twenty Nine and 00/100 Dollars ($4,249,229.00), or any other
sum, to the Town’s General Stabilization Fund, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple
Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #23 as printed in the warrant, and the transfer from Free
Cash the sum of Four Million Two Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Nine and
00/100 Dollars ($4,249,229.00) to the Town’s General Stabilization Fund for this purpose.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 24. AUTHORIZE CHANGES IN FEE SCHEDULES FOR ASSESSING, BUILDING
AND WATER DEPARTMENTS
To see if the Town will vote, pursuant to the Orleans Code §94-8 A. and B., to authorize the Select
Board to increase or set user fees, license fees and permit fees for the Assessing, Building and
Water Departments as set forth in the following schedule, effective December 1, 2020, or take
any other action relative thereto.
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Department Current Proposed
144 Assessing Department
Certified Abutter's List - Mailing Labels $0 $1/sheet
Printed Materials $0.05pp $0.05pp if > 20 pages
241 Building Department
Building Fees
Residential 1 & 2 Family
New construction per sq. ft. $0.54 $0.70
Additions per sq. ft. $0.54 $0.70
Alterations per sq. ft $0.42 $0.70
Decks per sq. ft $0.28 $0.40
Gar./ Acc. Building per sq. ft $0.44 $0.50
Min. fee for above $50 $75
Other Permits
Retaining wall $35 $50
Foundation only $40 $50
Tennis courts $60 $75
Demolition permit $90 $100
Mechanical permit $40 $50
Cert. of occupancy $40 $45
Sign permit $40 $45
Commercial
New industrial per sq.ft $0.60 $0.75
New multifamily per sq.ft $0.58 $0.75
Commercial/ business per sq.ft $0.60 $0.75
Commercial addition per sq.ft $0.60 $0.75
Alteration/ repair per sq.ft $0.42 $0.65
Min Fee commercial $80 $85
Re-roofing $40 $75
Awning $35 $80
Reinspection 1st. $35 $50
Reinspection 2nd $50 $60
Reinspection 3rd $65 $70
Plumbing/Gas Fees
1st Reinsp. $40 $50
2nd Reinsp. $50 $60
3rd Reinsp. $65 $70
Electrical Fees
Emergency Afterhours $100 $110
450 Water Department
Backhoe with Operator (per hour) $60 $80
5/8" Meter (annual bid price) $242 $270
3/4" Meter (annual bid price) $268 $300
1" Meter (annual bid price) $344 $400
(Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accepted and adopt Article #24 as printed in the warrant.
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ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 25. AUTHORIZE CHANGES IN FEE SCHEDULES FOR SHELLFISH AND
HARBORMASTER
To see if the Town will vote, pursuant to the Orleans Code §94-8 A. and B., to authorize the Select
Board to increase or set user fees, license fees and permit fees for the Shellfish and Harbormaster
Department as set forth in the following schedule, effective December 1, 2020, or take any other
action relative thereto.
295 Shellfish/Harbormaster
Dockage (per foot)
Resident Back in $46 $50
Non-resident Back in $62 $70
Resident Commercial/Private Pier $10 $15
Non-resident Commercial/Private Pier $12 $20
(Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #25 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 26. AUTHORIZE CHANGES IN FEE SCHEDULE FOR PARKS AND BEACHES
To see if the Town will vote, pursuant to the Orleans Code §94-8 A. and B., to authorize the Select
Board to increase or set user fees, license fees and permit fees for the Parks and Beaches
Department as set forth in the following schedule, effective December 1, 2020, or take any other
action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
650 Parks and Beaches current proposed
Beach Parking - daily $20 $25
Replacement sticker $0 $5
Visitor Beach Parking - weekly $75 $100
Visitor Beach Parking - seasonal
resident $220 $250
Resident Taxpayer Beach Parking-
first sticker $0 $25
Resident Taxpayer Beach Parking-
additional sticker $0 $25
ORV
Resident - Off season $40 $50
Resident - Yearly $60 or $70 $70 or $80
Non-Resident - Off Season $100 $110
Non-Resident - Yearly $190 $200
Self-Contained - Off Season $135 $145
Self-Contained - Yearly $260 $270
Camp Owner $60 or $190 $70 or $200
Pochet $10 $20
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #26 as printed in the warrant.
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ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 27. ACCEPT M.G.L CH. 59, SEC 5K - PROPERTY TAX LIABILITY REDUCED IN
EXCHANGE FOR VOLUNTEER SERVICES; PERSONS OVER AGE 60
To see if the Town will vote to accept the provisions of General Laws Chapter 59 § 5K authorizing
the Select Board to reduce the property tax liability of persons over the age of 60 in exchange for
volunteer services rendered to the Town. The Select Board shall have the power to create local
rules and procedures for implementing this section in any way consistent with the intention of the
statute. Such reduction shall be provided in addition to any exemption or abatement the person
is otherwise entitled to but in no instance shall the reduction of the real property tax bill exceed
$1,500 in a given tax year, or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote
Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #27 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Yes = 205, No = 206. Motion fails to pass by simple majority
ARTICLE 28. ACCEPT M.G.L Chapter 59, SEC 57A – REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL
PROPERTY COLLECTION
To see if the Town will vote to accept Chapter 59, Section 57A (real estate and personal property
bills totaling $100.00 and under due in one installment), and further to rescind the vote on Article
15 from May 10, 1993, acceptance of Chapter 59, Section 57B (real estate and personal property
bills totaling $50.00 and under due in one installment) beginning in FY21, or take any other action
relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #28 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 29. AUTHORIZE SPECIAL ACT TO PERMIT SWIMMING AT BAKERS POND
FROM STATE OWNED PROPERTIES
To see if the Town will vote to authorize and direct the Select Board to file special legislation to
authorize and instruct the State Office of Fishing and Boating Access to issue an annual general
permit to the Town of Orleans to permit swimming from the state-owned properties located on
Bakers Pond Road, or to take any other action relative there to. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #29 as printed in the warrant and that the Select Board
be authorized to approve the final wording of any such Special Act.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 30. AUTHORIZE SPECIAL ACT FOR SEWER BETTERMENT ALLOCATION
METHOD & RESCIND CH. 381 OF THE ACTS OF 2008
To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Select Board, to the extent necessary, to petition the
Great and General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for special legislation to rescind
Chapter 381 of the Acts of 2008 which authorized the town to lay out sewers and assess
betterments in accordance with the Town’s Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan
(CWMP) approved by the Department of Environmental Protection as of 2008 and further special
legislation to authorize the Town, notwithstanding the provisions of Chapters 80 and 83 of the
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General Laws or any other general or special law to the contrary, to adopt a sewer assessment
bylaw, based on the following uniform unit method:
The Town of Orleans, acting through its Board of Sewer and Water Commissioners
(“Commission”), shall be authorized when assessing betterment assessments to
assess the owners of land abutting a public sewer installed by the Town by a rate
based upon the following uniform unit method:
Sewer assessments shall be determined utilizing sewer unit values.
A single Sewer Unit shall be equal to the residential water usage for the residential
properties abutting the wastewater system. For the purpose of any such bylaw such
single Sewer Unit shall be considered “a single family residence” as that term is used
in M.G.L c. 83, §15; however, based on the average daily water usage of a single
family residence, as calculated in accordance with paragraphs 1-5 set out below, a
single family residence may be assessed one or more Sewer Units.
1) The Commission shall assess sewer betterments based upon water usage. An
average daily water usage for the residential properties shall be calculated based
upon the prior three (3) year average ending with the most recent billed water
cycle immediately preceding the date of the project’s substantial completion.
2) Residential and Non-Residential properties shall be assigned a sewer unit(s)
based on their daily water usage relative to the average residential use, provided
that the number of sewer units for any residential or non-residential property shall
not be less than one (1) sewer unit.
3) Residential undeveloped. Sewer units shall be calculated on the basis of the
highest and best use permitted as of right of the zoning then in effect. Potential
single family, multifamily, and condominiums and other similar uses shall be
converted into sewer units on the basis of residential equivalents using volume
calculations.
4) Non-Residential, undeveloped. Sewer units shall be calculated on the basis of
the highest and best use permitted as of right of the zoning then in effect.
Potential non-residential, commercial, industrial, semipublic and other similar
uses shall be converted into sewer units on the basis of residential equivalents
using volume calculations.
5) If a property abuts a private or unaccepted way within which a public sewer has
been installed, the Commission shall assess the betterment assessment against
said property.
Or take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #30 as printed in the warrant and that the Select Board
be authorized to approve of the final language of the Special Legislation.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 31. AMEND GENERAL BYLAW CH. 140 - RIGHT TO FARM
To see if the Town will vote to amend Chapter 140. Right to Farm, to read as follows:
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Chapter 140. Right to Farm and Fish
§ 140-1 Legislative purpose and intent.
A. The purpose and intent of this bylaw is to state with emphasis the right to farm accorded
to all citizens of the commonwealth under Article 97 of the Constitution, and all state
statutes and regulations thereunder, including but not limited to M.G.L c. 40A, § 3,
paragraph 1; M.G.L Chapter 90, § 9, M.G.L c. 111, § 125A and M.G.L c. 128, § 1A. This
bylaw includes the right to fish commercially in accordance with applicable federal,
state, and local regulations. We the citizens of Orleans restate and republish these rights
pursuant to the Town's authority conferred by Article 89 of the Articles of Amendment of
the Massachusetts Constitution ("Home Rule Amendment").
B. This general bylaw encourages the pursuit of agriculture, promotes agriculture-based
economic opportunities, and protects farmlands within the Town of Orleans by; this bylaw
also protects the town’s historical agricultural and maritime heritage and traditional
employment by allowing agricultural uses and related activities to function with minimal
conflict with abutters and Town agencies. This bylaw shall apply to all jurisdictional areas
within the Town.
§ 140-2 Definitions.
A. The word "farm" shall include any parcel or contiguous parcels of land, or water bodies
used for the primary purpose of commercial agriculture, or accessory thereto.
B. The words "farming" or "agriculture" or their derivatives shall include, but not be limited to,
the following:
1) Farming in all its branches and the cultivation and tillage of the soil;
2) Dairying;
3) Production, cultivation, growing, and harvesting of any agricultural, aquacultural,
floricultural, viticultural, or horticultural commodities;
4) Growing and harvesting of forest products upon forest land, and any other forestry or
lumbering operations;
5) Raising of livestock, including horses;
6) Keeping of horses as a commercial enterprise; and
7) Keeping and raising of poultry, swine, cattle, ratites (such as emus, ostriches and rheas)
and camelids (such as llamas and camels), and other domesticated animals for food and
other agricultural purposes, including bees and fur-bearing animals.
C. "Farming" shall encompass activities including, but not limited to, the following:
1) Operation and transportation of slow-moving farm equipment over roads within the
Town;
2) Control of pests, including, but not limited to, insects, weeds, predators and disease
organism of plants and animals;
3) Application of manure, fertilizers and pesticides;
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4) Conducting agriculture-related educational and farm-based recreational activities,
including agri-tourism, provided that the activities are related to marketing the agricultural
output or services of the farm;
5) Processing and packaging of the agricultural output of the farm and the operation of a
farmer's market or farm stand including signage thereto;
6) Maintenance, repair, or storage of seasonal equipment, or apparatus owned or leased
by the farm owner or manager used expressly for the purpose of propagation, processing,
management, or sale of the agricultural products; and
7) On-farm relocation of earth and the clearing of ground for farming operations.
§ 140-3 Right to farm and fish declaration.
The right to farm is hereby recognized to exist within the Town of Orleans. The above-described
agricultural activities may occur on holidays, weekdays, and weekends by night or day and shall
include the attendant incidental noise, odors, dust, and fumes associated with normally accepted
agricultural practices. It is hereby determined that whatever impact may be caused to others
through the normal practice of agriculture is more than offset by the benefits of farming and
fishing to the neighborhood, community, and society in general. The benefits and protections of
this bylaw are intended to apply exclusively to those commercial or non-commercial agricultural,
aquacultural, and fishing and farming operations and activities conducted in accordance with
generally accepted agricultural practices. Moreover, nothing in this Right to Farm Bbylaw shall
be deemed as acquiring any interest in land, or as imposing any land use regulation, which is
properly the subject of state statute, regulation, or local zoning law.
§ 140-4 Disclosure notification.
Copies of the disclosure notification shall be prepared by the Town and included on a one-time
basis with the mail out of Town real estate tax bills. Following the initial mail out, copies of the
disclosure notification will be included on a continuing basis with the mail out of municipal lien
certificates.
DISCLOSURE NOTIFICATION: It is the policy of this community to conserve, protect and encourage the maintenance and
improvement of agricultural, and aquacultural, and fishing resources for the production of food
and other agricultural products and also for its natural and ecological value. This disclosure
notification is to inform buyers or occupants that the property they are about to acquire or
occupy lies within a town where farming activities occur. Such farming activities may include,
but are not limited to, activities that cause attendant incidental noise, dust and odors associated
with normally accepted agricultural practices. Buyers or occupants are also informed that any
property within the Town may be impacted by commercial agriculture, aquaculture, and fishing
other farming activities.
§ 140-5 Resolution of disputes.
A. Any person who seeks to complain about the operation of a farm any farming or fishing
operation may, notwithstanding pursuing any other available remedy, file a grievance with the
Agricultural Advisory Council or the Shellfish & Waterways Committee which will review
and facilitate the resolution of the grievance and report its recommendations to the
appropriate town authority. Board of Selectmen, the Zoning Enforcement Officer, or the Board
of Health, depending upon the nature of the grievance. The filing of the grievance does not
suspend the time within which to pursue any other available remedies that the aggrieved may
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have. The Zoning Enforcement Officer or the Board of Selectmen may forward a copy of the
grievance to the Agricultural Advisory Council or its agent, which shall review and facilitate the
resolution of the grievance, and report its recommendations to the referring Town authority within
an agreed upon time frame.
B.
The Board of Health, except in cases of imminent danger or public health risk, may forward a copy
of the grievance to the Agricultural Advisory Council or its agent, which shall review and facilitate
the resolution of the grievance, and report its recommendations to the Board of Health within an
agreed upon time frame.
§ 140-6 Severability clause.
If any part of this bylaw is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision shall
not affect the remainder of this bylaw. The Town of Orleans hereby declares the provisions of this
bylaw to be severable.
§ 140-7 Relationship to existing Bylaws, rules and regulations.
Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, nothing in this bylaw shall supersede
any existing Town bylaw, zoning bylaw, rule or regulation and all such existing bylaws, rules and
regulations shall continue in full force and effect.
Or take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: That Article # 31 be amended to read as approved by the Shellfish & Waterways
Committee. Specifically:
Section 140-1 B., 4th line, that the words “related uses” be deleted and the words “commercial
fishing” inserted in their place;
Section 140-2.C., to add a new subheading 8) to read: “Commercial fishing and activities necessary
thereto”;
Section 140-4 Disclosure Notification, 2nd line, after the “fishing” add the word “resources”;
And under the same Disclosure Notification, on the 2nd to last line, after the word “commercial” add
the words “or non-commercial”.
The Shellfish & Waterways Committee worked to develop a bylaw amendment that would
recognize the importance and value of fishing in our town. We ask that the bylaw language be
amended to be the same as that recommended by the committee. The changes, though small, add
clarity to the bylaw proposal.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 32. AMEND ZONING BYLAW CH. 164-4. DEFINITIONS AND CH. 164-13. SCHEDULE
OF USE REGULATIONS
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaws, Section 164-4 Definitions to read as
follows:
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Customary or Self-Employed Home Occupation: This term shall include carpenters,
electricians, painters, plumbers, paper-hangers, and shellfish opening, and the storage of fishing
equipment as customarily carried on in the Town, masons, radio and TV repairs, dressmaking,
hand laundering, home handicrafts, home cooking, lawn mower and bicycle repairs, the practice
of any recognized profession and any others of similar nature, which may be approved on Special
Permit by the Board of Appeals, provided it is not injurious, noxious and offensive to the
neighborhood, and provided there is no outside display of goods. This definition does not include
a home office which has no non-occupant employees, on-site sales, or any other external
evidence of the occupation.
And further, amend Section 164-13. Schedule of Use Regulations, as follows:
§164-13 Schedule of Use Regulations
DISTRICTS
AGRICULTURAL R RB LB GB VC I CD# SC MB
Agricultural, horticultural, floricultural, or
aquaculture use, storage of fishing gear and
uses customarily necessary thereto except
piggeries on parcels of less than five acres.
P P P P P P P P P
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #32 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Yes =383, No = 13. Motion passes by the necessary 2/3 vote.
ARTICLE 33. AMEND ZONING BYLAW CH. 164-31. APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Town's Zoning Bylaw Section 164-31. Apartment
Development, subsection B. to read as follows:
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§164-31 Apartment Development
B. Dimensional Requirements
1. Lot Area and Density
a. Lot Area. Minimum lot area for apartment development shall be as follows:
RB District 60,000 s.f. of contiguous buildable upland
LB, GB Districts: 0 30,000 s.f. of contiguous buildable upland
VC District: 0 s.f. of contiguous buildable upland
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #33 as printed in the warrant.
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ACTION: Yes =326, No = 71. Motion passes by the necessary 2/3/ vote.
ARTICLE 34. AMEND ZONING BYLAW CH. 164-4. DEFINITIONS
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Town's Zoning Bylaw Section 164-4. Definitions, by
amending the following definition, to read as follows:
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Apartment: A structure or lot, regardless of form of tenure, containing three (3) of more dwelling
units or a mixed-use structure containing three (3) or more dwelling units having a majority of floor
area devoted to non-residential use, except that up to four (4) dwelling units may be contained in
a commercial structure in the Village Center District without being considered an apartment (See
section §164-32 and §164-19.1). Or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #34 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Yes =371, No = 35. Motion passes by the necessary 2/3/ vote.
ARTICLE 35. AMEND ZONING BYLAW CH. 164-34 A.(1). OFF-STREET PARKING
REGULATIONS
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaws, Section 164-34 Off-Street Parking
Regulations, subsection A.(1) to read as follows:
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§164-34 Off Street Parking Regulations
A. General Provisions
(1) Off street parking space shall be provided as specified in this By-law and shall be furnished
with necessary passageways and driveways. All such space shall be deemed to be required
space on the lot on which it is situated and shall not be encroached upon or reduced in any
manner. All parking areas, passageways, and driveways (except when provided in connection
with one-family residences) shall be surfaced with a dustless, durable, all-weather pavement,
clearly marked for car spaces and shall be adequately drained, all subject to the approval of the
Building Inspector. An area of three hundred (300) square feet of appropriate dimensions for the
parking of an automobile, including maneuvering area and aisles, shall be considered as one (1)
off-street parking space. Designated parking spaces shall be not less than ten (10) feet in
width. Except in the VC District, in no case shall a driveway, maneuvering area, aisle or parking
space, except loading or service area, be closer than ten feet (10’) to a building in any business
district. Said ten-foot setback area is to be used only for green area and pedestrian walkways,
raised or lowered or otherwise protected. Landscaping, consisting of attractive trees, shrubs,
plants and grass lawns shall be required and planted in accordance with the site plans. Special
buffer planting shall be provided along the side and rear property lines so as to provide protection
to adjacent properties when such lot lines abut residential districts or uses. Or to take any other
action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #35 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Yes =370, No = 27. Motion passes by the necessary 2/3/ vote.
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ARTICLE 36. AMEND ZONING BYLAW CH. 164-32. DWELLINGS IN COMMERCIAL
STRUCTURES OR ACCESSORY TO COMMERCIAL USES
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaws, Section 164-32 Dwellings in Commercial
Structures or Accessory to Commercial Uses, subsection 3. Other Business Districts, to read as
follows:
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3. Other Business Districts
No more than two (2) dwelling units may be allowed on a lot within a structure used for
commerce through new construction, addition, or conversion. The following criteria
must be met:
a. The principal use of the structure must be devoted to the commercial use. At
least 30% of the floor area on the parcel shall be used for commercial
purposes.
b. Lot area shall equal at least two thousand two hundred (2,200) square feet for
each dwelling unit in addition to the area required for the commercial use.
c. Off-street parking shall be provided for the dwelling units as per requirements of
this chapter.
d. For each dwelling unit having in excess of one (1) bedroom, unpaved open
space of at least four hundred fifty (450) square feet shall be provided.
1Up to four (4) units may be allowed, see Section 164-19.1.E.
And further, to amend Section 164-4. Definitions, to read as follows:
Commercial Structures with Dwelling Units: A structure with mixed uses, containing a maximum
of two (2) dwelling units, but having a majority of the gross floor area devoted to non-residential
use; includes including buildings containing office, retail or other non-residential use together
with the dwelling units. Any mixed use containing more than 2 dwelling units, or 4 dwelling
units in the Village Center District, shall be regulated as Apartment Development under
Section 164-31.
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #36 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Yes =378, No = 12. Motion passes by the necessary 2/3 vote.
ARTICLE 37. AMEND ZONING BYLAW CHAPTER 164-40.4. MARIJUANA
ESTABLISHMENTS
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Town's Zoning Bylaw Section 164-40.4 Marijuana
Establishments, as follows:
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164-40.4. Marijuana Establishments
C. Applicability
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(2) Marijuana retailers as defined herein shall be prohibited in all zoning districts. Pursuant
to MGL c. 94G, §3(a)(2), the number of Marijuana Retailers shall be limited to two (2)
establishments in Orleans, each required to be an unrelated, licensed entity.
D. General Requirements for Marijuana Establishments
(3) (Reserved) The hours of operation of a Marijuana Retailer shall not exceed the
Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) maximum hours of operation for
liquor licenses not to be drunk on premises pursuant to MGL c. 138 §15, but may be
limited by conditions of the special permit.
And further to amend Section 164-13 Schedule of Use Regulations, as follows:
Section 164 Attachment 1
DISTRICTS
[O = Prohibited, A = Board of Appeals approval required (Special Permit)]
COMMERCIAL R RB LB GB VC I CD# SC MB
Marijuana Cultivator, up to 5,000
s.f.10 O O A A O A O O O
Marijuana Cultivator, more than
5,000 s.f.10 O O A A O A O O O
Craft Marijuana Cooperative O O A A O A O O O
Marijuana Product Manufacturer O O A A O A O O O
Marijuana Retailer O O OA OA O OA O O O
Marijuana Transporter O O A A O A O O O
Marijuana Research Facility O O A A A A O O O
Marijuana Testing Laboratory O O A A A A O O O
Marijuana Microbusiness O O A A O A O O O
10 Area limitation refers to canopy as defined in 935 CMR 500.02
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #37 as printed in the warrant.
MOTION: To indefinitely postpone Article #37.
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MOTION: To call the question to indefinitely postpone
ACTION: Yes =366, No = 46. Motion passes by the necessary 2/3 vote.
ACTION ON THE MOTION TO INDEFINITELY POSTPONE: Yes = 27, No = 286. Motion to
indefinitely postpone fails.
MOTION: To move the question on the main motion.
ACTION: Yes = 390, No = 27, motion to move the question passes by necessary 2/3.
ACTION ON THE MAIN MOTION: Yes = 303, No = 123, passes by necessary 2/3.
ARTICLE 38. RESCIND GENERAL BYLAW CH. 64 PROHIBITING MARIJUANA RETAILS
SALES
To see if the Town will vote to amend the General Bylaw of the Town by deleting Ch. 64 of the
Orleans Town Code which prohibits Marijuana Retailers in Orleans, in its entirety:
(The strike through below denotes the Chapter being deleted.)
Chapter 64 Prohibition of Marijuana Retailer(s)
The operation of a Marijuana Retailer, as defined in M.G.L. c. 94G, §1 and the Cannabis Control
Commission Regulations 935 CMR 500.000 et seq. governing the Adult Use of Marijuana, is
prohibited. This prohibition shall not apply to the sale, distribution or cultivation of marijuana for
medical purposes, licensed under Chapter 369 of the Acts of 2012 and currently permitted in the
Town of Orleans.
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #38 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by the necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 39. NAMING VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK AT ACADEMY PLACE
To see if the Town will vote to name the triangular shaped property located at the intersections of
Main Street, South Orleans Road and Academy Place as Veterans Memorial Park at Academy
Place; or to take any other action relative thereto (2/3 Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #39 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Yes = 329, No = 17, motion passes by the necessary 2/3 majority.
ARTICLE 40. AMEND GENERAL BYLAW CH. 94. FEES, ARTICLE V. NONPAYMENT OF
FEES AND TAXES
To see if the Town will vote to amend the General Bylaws, Section 94-6. Non-Payment of Fees
and Taxes as follows:
Bold underline = new language strikethrough = language removed
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(a) The Tax Collector or other municipal official responsible for records of all municipal taxes,
assessments, betterments and other municipal charges, hereinafter referred to as the Tax
Collector, shall annually furnish to each department, board, or commission or division,
hereinafter referred to as the licensing authority, that issues licenses or permits including
renewals and transfers, a list of any person, corporation, or business enterprise, hereinafter
referred to as the party, that has neglected or refused to pay any local taxes, fees,
assessments, betterments or other municipal charges for not less than a twelve month
period, and that such party has not filed in good faith a pending application for an
abatement of such tax or a pending petition before the appellate tax board.
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To indefinitely postpone Article #40.
ACTION: Motion passes by necessary simple majority to indefinitely postpone.
ARTICLE 41. COMMERCIAL USE – SINGLE USE PLASTIC WATER BOTTLE BAN
To see if the Town will vote to adopt the following as a General Bylaw and to insert it into the
Code of the Town of Orleans, Massachusetts, Chapter 129 Section 129-2.
Section 1. Sale of Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles
Effective on September 1, 2021, it shall be unlawful to sell non-carbonated, unflavored drinking
water in single-use plastic bottles of less than one gallon in the Town of Orleans. Enforcement of
this regulation will begin September 1, 2021.
Section 2. Definitions
A single-use plastic bottle is a beverage container made from any type of plastic resin.
Section 3. Exemptions
Sales or distribution of non-carbonated, unflavored drinking water in single-use plastic bottles
occurring subsequent to a declaration of emergency (by the Emergency Management Director or
other duly authorized Town, County, Commonwealth or Federal official) affecting the availability
and/or quality of drinking water to residents of the Town shall be exempt from this bylaw until
seven days after the declaration has ended.
Section 4. Enforcement
Enforcement of this article shall be the responsibility of the Board of Health or its designee. The
Board of Health shall determine the inspection process to be followed, incorporating the process
into other Town duties as appropriate. Any establishment conducting sales in violation of this
article shall be subject to a non-criminal disposition fine as specified in G. L. Chapter 40 § 21D.
The following penalties apply:
- First violation: Written warning
- Second violation: $150 fine
- Third and subsequent violations: $300 fine
Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate violation, incurring additional fines. Any
such fines collected shall be payable to the Town of Orleans.
All businesses will be routinely inspected until the Board of Health deems the inspection to no
longer be required.
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
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MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #41 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 42. CLIMATE CRISES RESPONSE RESOLUTION
To see if the Town will vote to direct the Select Board to develop a Comprehensive Climate Action
Plan for Orleans in 2020 in response to the global climate emergency and identify a focal point in
Town Government for managing the process. The plan should have two main pillars; one related
to mitigation (reducing carbon emissions) and the other directed to adaptation (managing the
impacts from legacy and ongoing carbon emissions).
The mitigation element would start with a green-house gases inventory (an estimation of the
‘carbon footprint’ of the town). This would become the base line for measuring reductions to reach
a net carbon neutral outcome with net zero greenhouse gas emission by 2035. It would then lay
out a set of actions to reach that goal.
Similarly, the adaptation plan would undertake an integrated review of the vulnerabilities the Town
faces and recommend necessary actions.
All aspects of the process should include an active program of public outreach and education.
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #42 as printed in the warrant but striking out “in 2020”.
ACTION: Motion passes by necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 43. PERMIT AND DREDGE FRESHWATER LAKES & PONDS
To see if the Town will vote to take the necessary steps to permit and dredge the freshwater lakes
and ponds. Scientific studies have shown that thick accumulations of sediment on the bottom of
freshwater lakes and ponds are the dominant source of phosphorous in the water column which
is the cause of algae blooms. In addition, the loaded sediment is smothering the springs and
seepage on the bottom of these water bodies and is impacting the health of fish and aquatic life.
Clearing Orleans' freshwater lakes and ponds of this poor sediment would improve the water
quality significantly and restore the natural levels of their marine life.
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #43 as printed in the warrant.
MOTION: To call the question
ACTION: Yes = 272, No = 18. Motion to call the question passes by necessary 2/3 vote.
ACTION ON THE MAIN MOTION: Yes = 126, No = 165. Motion fails to pass by simple majority.
ARTICLE 44. AFFIRM SUPPORT FOR DIVERSITY & JUSTICE
To see if the Town will vote to adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Town of Orleans acknowledges and deplores the history of systematic racism in
the United States; and,
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WHEREAS, the Town of Orleans strongly condemns all racist acts of violence; and,
WHEREAS, the Town of Orleans strongly condemns the killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor,
Ahmaud Arbery, and others, as evidence of the nation’s failures to recognize the systematic
racism that underlies such violations of human rights and dignity; and,
WHEREAS, on June 5, 2020, a large group of citizens of the Town of Orleans, marched during a
non-violent protest to bring an end to the long history of discrimination, violence and inequity
endured by people of color, and others discriminated against, in our country; and,
WHEREAS, the Town of Orleans code, bylaws and policies encourage, among other things,
peace and good order in any public place in Town, a responsive government to all citizens through
effective communications and written policies; and,
WHEREAS, the Town of Orleans recognizes that discriminatory practices are detrimental to its
citizens and to its future, and will take all necessary action to remedy the effects of discrimination
and prevent the continuation of such practices; and,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Orleans supports the work of our Police
Department, Fire-Rescue Department, our Town government and our schools to make them more
diverse, equitable and inclusive, and commits to present a Resolution on Diversity and Justice in
Orleans for adoption by votes at the October 31, 2020 Special Town Meeting.
Or to take any other action relative thereto. (Select Board) (Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To accept and adopt Article #44 as printed in the warrant.
ACTION: Motion passes by necessary simple majority.
ARTICLE 45. CLOSING ARTICLE
And to act on any other business that may legally come before the meeting. (Select Board)
(Simple Majority Vote Required)
MOTION: To adjourn Town Meeting.
ACTION: Motion passes by necessary simple majority
Town Meeting was adjourned at 4:08 pm.
A True Record, Attest:
Cynthia S. May, Town Clerk
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Presidential Preference
Deval Patrick
Amy Klobuchar
Elizabeth Warren
Michael Bennet
Mcihael R. Bloomberg
Tulsi Gabbard
Cory Booker
Julian Castro
Tom Steyer
Bernie Sanders
Joseph R. Biden
John K. Delaney
Andrew Yang
Pete Buttigieg
Marianne Williamson
No Preference
Total
8
42
422
1
353
11
0
0
9
415
740
0
3
90
0
3
2,097
PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY
ELECTION - "DOINGS"
March 3, 2020
The Presidential Primary was held on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at the
Orleans Senior Center. The polls opened at 7:00 a.m. and closed at 8:00 p.m.
A total of 2707 ballots were cast - 51% of the 5,290 registered voters.
Pollworkers during the day were: Warden: Mary Walker, Patricia Bradley,
Louise Brady, Linda Burwell, Sandra Chernick, Nancy Clough, Megan Fates,
Judith Gardiner, Molly Hidden, Barbara Hoffman, Margaret MacLeay,
Elia Marnik, Elizabeth Peters, and Virginia Wiley.
Also present, Constables Paul Kelly and Mary Stevens.
2,097
DEMOCRATIC PARTY
Total Ballots Cast
State Committee Man
John L. Reed
All others
Blanks
Total
State Committee Woman
Robin Louise Hubbard
All others
Blanks
Total
1,423
6
668
2,097
1,473
6
618
2,097
99
606
71
836
780
767
785
817
803
771
782
819
794
803
783
777
794
815
769
789
757
803
778
756
764
784
746
811
906
783
795
794
811
801
831
765
867
783
29,966
57,785
Democratic Town Committee
Robin Louise Hubbard
Cherly B. Dockser
Sidney J. Dockser
John E. Nichols
Christine R. King
John L. Grant
Kenneth Alton Rowell
Patricia O. Rowell
Sandra M. Rhodes
Robert P. Singer
D. Rigney Cunningham
Dorothy M. Smith
Marianne C. Paskowski
Robert J. Cunningham
Bruce R. Taub
Ellen Faherty
Elizabeth S. Talbot
Edward Gaughan
Judith B. Reed
Barbara G. Natale
John C. Natale
James R. Jackson
Allison K. Jackson
Robert Edward Donath
Erica P. Parra
Beverly A. Fuller
Joan P. Barnard
Frank H. Poranski
Joanne S. Hush
Jennifer S. Pike
Carol Grace Richardson
Pamela P. Herrick
Denise K. McConney
Candice L. Hammond
Dan C. English
Blanks
REPUBLICAN PARTY
Total Ballots Cast
Presidential Preference
William F. Weld
100
State Committee Man
Francis P. Manzelli
Adam Lange
Blanks
Total
198
365
43
606
State Committee Woman
Judith A. Crocker
Andrea St. Germain
All others
Blanks
Total
373
195
1
37
606
Republican Town Committee
James F. Trainor
Ann H. Weimer
Ronald M. Mgrdichian
Douglas A. Delano
William C. Gradiner
Bruce C. Scofield
David M. Dunford
Peter M. O'Meara
Gordon A. Smith
Doris T. Toohill
Catherine Southworth
Judith W. Reynard
Jimmy G. Dishner
John David Crawford
Mary Allen Bradley
Harry L. Mirick
Susan La Manyia O'Meara
James D. Davidson
Byrdie L. Jackson
Blanks
Total
481
372
354
368
377
389
437
372
376
373
366
378
395
360
368
365
363
359
355
4,912
12,120
5
510
1
10
4
5
606
Joe Walsh
Donald J. Trump
Roque "Rocky" de la Fuente
No Preference
All others
Blanks
Total
101
Presidential Preference
Arvin Vohra
Verman Love Supreme
Jacob George Hornberger
Samuel Joseph Robb
Dan Tax Is Theft Behrman
Kimberly Margaret Ruff
Kenneth Reed Armstrong
Adam Kokesh
Jo Jorgensen
Max Abramson
No Preference
Blanks
Total
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
1
4
State Committee Man
Blanks
Write Ins
Total
3
1
4
State Committee Woman
Blanks
Total
4
4
Town Committee
Blanks
Total
40
40
State Committee Man
Blanks
Total
State Committee Woman
1
1
4
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
LIBERTARIAN
Total Ballots Cast
GREEN-RAINBOW PARTY
Total Ballots Cast
Presidential Preference
Dario Hunter
S.K.C. Moyowasifza-Curry
Kent Mesplay
Howard Hawkins
No Preference
Total
102
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Cynthia S. May, Town Clerk
Blanks
Total
Town Committee
Blanks
Total
1
1
10
10
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ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
The Annual Town Election was held on Tuesday, June 23, 2020
at the Orleans Senior Center.
The polls opened at 12 noon and closed at 7:00 p.m.
A total of 1975 voters cast their ballots - 37% of the 5,341 registered voters.
Pollworkers for the day were: Patricia Bradley, Louise Brady, Hannah Caliri,
Barbara Hoffman, Virginia Wiley.
Mary Walker - Warden and Mary Stevens – Constable
CONSTABLE (3 yrs) -vote for one
Kevin Higgins 1659
All Others 8
Blanks 308
1975
SELECTBOARD (3 YR)- vote for two
David Currier 912
Mefford Runyon 1252
Andrea Shaw Reed 1393
All Others 6
Blanks 387
3950
BOARD OF HEALTH (3 YR) - vote for two
Sims McGrath, Jr. 1580
John Kanaga 96
Doug Fellows 11
Anne Sigsbee 10
All Others 5
Blanks 2248
3950
NAUSET REGIONAL SCHOOL COMMITTEE (3 yrs) - vote for one
Judith S. Schumacher 1535
All Others 7
Blanks 433
1975
ORLEANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COMMITTEE (3yrs) - vote for two
Gail M. Briere 1518
Sasandra H. Roche 1449
All Others 5
Blanks 978
3950
104
TRUSTEE FOR SNOW LIBRARY (3yrs) - vote for two
Steven Gass 1474
Joan D. Francolini 1457
All Others 2
Blanks 1017
3950
ORLEANS HOUSING AUTHORITY (5yr) - vote for one
Phyllis Rothberg 60
All Others 41
Blanks 1874
1975
QUESTION 1: Meetinghouse Pond Area Wastewater Facility
YES 1360
NO 498
Blanks 117
1975
QUESTION 2: HVAC Improvements to Orleans Fire Station
YES 1530
NO 361
Blanks 84
1975
QUESTION 3: Cost for Downtown Area Wastewater Collection
YES 1345
NO 518
Blanks 112
1975
QUESTION 4: Public Advisory Question/Security @ Pilgrim Nuclear Plant
YES 1665
NO 209
Blanks 101
1975
QUESTION 5: Charter Amendment - Change
name of Board of Selectmen to Selectboard
YES 1589
NO 294
Blanks 92
1975
A True Record, Attest:
Cynthia S. May, Town Clerk
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STATE PRIMARY ELECTION
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
The State Primary was held on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at the
Orleans Senior Center/Council on Aging
The polls opened at 7:00 am and closed at 8:00 pm
A total of 2,562 voters cast their ballots - 50% of the 5,163 registered voters.
Pollworkers for the day were: Louise Brady, Daniella Bradley-O'Brien, Patricia Bradley,
Nancy Clough, Barbara Natale, Barbara Quinn, Sally Redihan, Sandra Rhodes,
and Mary Walker. Constables were Kevin Higgins and Mary Stevens.
State Primary 9/1/2020
Total votes 2,562 - 50%
DEMOCRATIC BALLOTS [2069 cast]
Senator in Congress TOTAL
Edward J. Markey 1309
Joseph P. Kennedy III 751
Blanks 9
Write-ins: 0
2069
Representative in Congress
Bill Keating 1838
Blanks 229
Write-ins: All Others 2
2069
Councillor
Joseph C. Ferreira 1527
Blanks 540
Write-ins: All Others 2
2069
Senator in General Court
Julian Andre Cyr 1843
Blanks 224
Write-ins: All Others 2
2069
Representative in General Court
Sarah K. Peake 1858
Blanks 209
Write-ins: All Others 2
2069
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Register of Probate
Blanks 2038
Write-ins: 0
Anne Tessier 6
Anastasia Perrino 6
All Others 19
2069
County Commissioner
Cheryl Lee Andrews 898
Mark R. Forrest 982
Sheila R. Lyons 1369
Blanks 886
Write-ins: All Others 3
4138
REPUBLICAN BALLOTS [503 cast] TOTAL
Senator in Congress
Shiva Ayyadurai 224
Kevin J. O'Connor 271
Blanks 8
Write-ins: 0
503
Representative in Congress
Helen Brady 429
Blanks 74
Write-ins: 0
503
Councillor
Blanks 501
Write-ins: All Others 2
503
Senator in General Court
Blanks 495
Write-ins: All Others 8
503
Representative in General Court
Blanks 497
Write-ins: All Others 6
503
Register of Probate
Anastasia Welsh Perrino 408
Blanks 94
Write-ins: All Others 1
503
107
County Commissioner
Ronald R. Beatty, Jr. 412
Blanks 580
Write-ins 14
1006
Green-Rainbow Ballots [no ballots cast]
Libertarian Ballots [5 ballots cast]
Senator in Congress
Blanks 3
Write-Ins Kevin O'Connor 1
Shira Ayydurai 1
5
Representative in Congress
Blanks 3
Write-ins: Helen Brady 2
5
Councillor
Blanks 3
Write-ins
Joseph Ferreira 2
5
Senator in General Court
Blanks 3
Write-ins: Julian Cyr 2
5
Representative in General Court
Blanks 3
Write-ins: Sarah Peake 1
Timothy Whelan 1
5
Register of Probate
Blanks 3
Write-ins: Anastasia Perrino 2
5
County Commissioner
Blanks 7
Write-ins: Ronald Beatty 2
Mark Forest 1
10
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Cynthia S. May, Town Clerk
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STATE ELECTION - "DOINGS"
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
The State Election was held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at the Orleans
Senior Center. Polls opened at 7:00 a.m. and closed at 8:00 p.m. A total of
4,595 ballots were cast - 84% of the 5,438 registered voters.
Election staff for the day were: Mary Walker - Warden,
Poll workers: Laird Anthony, Patricia Bradley, Daniella Bradley-O'Brien, Louise Brady,
Hannah Caliri, Nancy Clough, Megan Fates, Elia Marnic, Betty Peters, Barbara Quinn,
Sally Redihan, Sanda Rhodes and Virginia Wiley.
and Constables Kevin Higgins and Mary Stevens.
PRESIDENT/VICE PRESIDENT
Biden/Harris - Democrat 3288
Hawkins/Walker - Green Rainbow 15
Jorgensen/Cohen - Libertarian 56
Trump/Pence - Republican 1458
Blanks 43
Write-ins/All others 25
TOTAL 4885
SENATOR IN CONGRESS
Edward Markey - Democrat 3147
Keith O'Connoro - Republican 1634
Banks 82
Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai 20
Write-ins/All others 2
TOTAL 4885
REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS
Bill Keating - Democrat 3186
Helen Brady - Republican 1450
Michael Manley - Coach Team America 121
Blanks 127
Write-ins/All others 1
TOTAL 4885
COUNCILLOR
Joseph Ferriera - Democrat 3385
Blanks 1467
Write-ins/All others 33
TOTAL 4885
SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT
Julian Cyr - Democrat 3556
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Blanks 1279
Leah Mercurio 10
Write-ins/All others 40
TOTAL 4885
REP IN GENERAL COURT
Sarah Peake - Democrat 3600
Blanks 1248
Write-ins/All others 37
TOTAL 4885
REGISTRAR OF PROBATE
Anastasia Welsh Perrino - Republican 2986
Blanks 1855
Write-ins/All others 44
TOTAL 4885
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (2)
Ronald Beaty, Jr. - Republican 1526
Mark R. Forest - Democrat 2469
Sheila R. Lyons - Democrat 2900
Blanks 2574
Abrham Kasparian, J. 296
Write-ins/All others 5
TOTAL 9770
ASSEMBLY OF DELEGATES
David Dunford 3482
Blanks 1375
John Fuller 8
Write-ins/All others 20
TOTAL 4885
QUESTIONS
#1 - Right to Repair
YES 3763
NO 894
Blanks 228
TOTAL 4885
#2 - Ranked Choice Voting
YES 1892
NO 2718
Blanks 275
TOTAL 4885
A True Copy, Attest:
Cynthia S. May, CMC, CMMC,
Town Clerk
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SPECIAL TOWN ELECTION
Tuesday, December 1, 2020 The Special Town Election was held on Tuesday, December 1, 2020
at the Orleans Senior Center. The polls opened at 11:00 a.m. and closed at 6:00 p.m.
A total of 1,397 voters cast their ballots - 25% of the 5,589 registered voters.
Pollworkers for the day were: Patricia Bradley, Daniella Bradley-O'Brien, Megan Fates,
Elizabeth Peters and Laird Anthony; Mary Walker – Warden; Constable: Mary E. Stevens
001
VOTERS 1397
QUESTION 1: Fund Fire Station Renovation Feasibility Study
YES 869
NO 518
Blanks 10
1397
QUESTION 2: Fund New Pumper Truck for Fire Department
YES 974
NO 413
Blanks 10
1397
QUESTION 3: Fund Mill Pond Landing Restoration Project
YES 707
NO 656
Blanks 34
1397
QUESTION 4: Fund Engineering Design/Permitting for
Nauset Estuary Building Project
YES 943
NO 437
Blanks 17
1397
QUESTION 5: Fund Engineering Design/Permitting for
Nauset Estuary Dredging
YES 846
NO 535
Blanks 16
1397
QUESTION 6: Fund Community Center Feasibility Study
YES 595
NO 770
Blanks 32
1397
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Cynthia S. May, CMC, CMMC, Town Clerk
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TOWN CLERK REPORTS & STATISTICS
Vital Records
Birth Comparisons: 28 recorded in 2018
24 recorded in 2019
26 recorded in 2020
Marriages Comparisons: 49 recorded in 2018
42 recorded in 2019
51 recorded in 2020
Deathf Comparisons: 104 recorded in 2018
111 recorded in 2019
105 recorded in 2020
Population Statistics:
Current Population
•Year round residents 6,294
•Summer population (estimate)19,000
Voter Statistics:
Total registered voters
•Democrats 1,522
•Republicans 837
•Unenrolled 3097
•All others 45
TOTAL 5,495
Town Meeting quorum: 200 registered voters
Annual Town meeting: Normally the Monday before the second Tuesday in May
[changed this year due to COVID]
Annual Town Election: Normally the third Tuesday in May
[changed this year due to COVID]
573 Dog Licenses Issued in 2020
506 Spayed/Neutered
67 Unaltered
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMMITTEE
Throughout 2020 the Affordable Housing Committee continued to focus on recommendations
from the recent Town of Orleans Community Housing Study.
With funding of the Trust from the Community Preservation Act and the annual Town Meeting
article, the year 2020 saw the Committee actively pursuing its goals and partnering with the
Affordable Housing Trust Board. During the year the members of the Committee and the Trust
Board defined a shared mission which includes: creating and preserving housing in Orleans for
individuals and families who meet defined income requirements; understanding local housing
needs and building support for affordable housing initiatives through community collaboration and
engagement; and exploring ways to encourage workforce housing. The Affordable Housing
Committee and the Affordable Housing Trust act as an agency of the Town in pursuit of affordable
housing. The Committee engages with the community to evaluate and update housing needs.
The Trust retains responsibilities that are specifically financial.
The Affordable Housing Committee participated in the community outreach for 107 Main Street
and the feasibility study for the Gov. Prence property. A design study initiated by the Committee
in 2019 for repurposing the Cape Cod 5 office building for affordable housing led to interest from
a developer in 2020. The Trust Board’s purchases of a rental condo and land for a Habitat for
Humanity home provided needed affordable opportunities for two local families.
The Committee has formulated a Community Engagement Plan that reflects its charge to initiate,
evaluate, advocate, advise, support and communicate affordable housing needs and ideas.
Committee members participated in housing institutes and contributed to regional housing
meetings, joint committee meetings, and community outreach throughout the year. The Town
hired a part-time Housing Coordinator in November. This position will enhance the Affordable
Housing Committee’s already successful working relationship with the Town Departments and will
continue to build upon the objectives in the Town’s Comprehensive Plan, Design Plans, and the
Community Housing Study.
As potential housing opportunities are pursued and evaluated, committee members value their
collegial relationship with the Select Board, Town Committees and Staff.
The Affordable Housing Committee equally values involving the community in meaningful
dialogue as it gathers information, understands expectations, preserves neighborhood character,
and achieves housing goals.
Respectfully submitted,
Nancy Renn, Chair
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST BOARD
The Affordable Housing Trust Board was formally appointed by the Board of Selectmen early in
2019 and convened its first meeting on January 30, 2019. The Trust has worked closely with the
Affordable Housing Committee to fully understand our respective responsibilities. On October 30,
2019 the Committee and the Trust unanimously adopted guiding principles which outline how the
two organizations will operate together to produce affordable housing in Orleans.
The Trust authorized funding for two affordable housing units last year. Habitat for Humanity to
acquired a one-half acre lot on Quanset Road where it is constructing a two-bedroom single family
house. The future owner has been selected and is participating in the construction of her new
home. The Trust’s two-bedroom condominium on Old Colony Way has been renovated and is
now rented to a family at an affordable rate.
The Trust continues to be involved in the two additional affordable housing developments we
started last year. The first involves the possible conversion of the Cape Cod Five Cents Savings
Bank Operations Center on West Road into affordable residential housing units. The bank vacated
the building in 2020 and worked with the Trust to design a conversion of the property into
affordable housing. A private affordable housing developer has entered into a purchase and sales
agreement with the bank and is currently in the local permitting process seeking approvals to
develop the property generally consistent with the plans developed by the Trust.
The Trust purchased the former Masonic Temple property at 107 Main Street. It has held a
number of public meetings with the neighborhood to establish the guidelines for the new housing.
The current effort is to refine the final offering documents since the property must be offered to a
private development company through a competitive process.
On October 31, 2020, the Town Meeting voted to fund a feasibility study for the possible
acquisition of the Governor Prence Motel property. The Trust joined this effort by providing an
additional $15,000 for the study to ascertain if the property can be used for any affordable housing.
The Town and the Trust have jointly executed a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the owners,
contingent on the successful completion of the feasibility study, submission of a Warrant Article
and a favorable vote by Town Meeting and the voters next May.
Finally, the Trust continued to coordinate with the Town’s Finance Department to try and obtain a
line of credit which could be used for interim financing of property acquisition. A line of credit in
the amount of $2.0 million dollars was obtained in mid - year.
Respectfully submitted,
Alan McClennen, Jr. Chairman
Duane P. Landreth, Vice Chairman
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AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Council represents the town’s agricultural community. Its charge includes advising and
collaborating with boards and committees, and other local organizations on matters consistent
with the Agricultural Task Force Final Report and the Orleans Comprehensive Plan.
In 2020 the Council continued to work with the Conservation Department regarding the agricultural
plots at the Putnam Farm Conservation Area.
The Right to Farm and Fish bylaw and ancillary zoning amendments, on which the Council had
collaborated, were approved by vote of Town Meeting on October 31, 2020.
The Council continues its long-term project of local implementation of the New England Food
Vision (www.foodsolutionSNe.org/new-england-food-vision), which would increase the total area
in small farming to 60 acres (approx. 0.75 of 1% of total Orleans area).
In the future, demand for high-quality, locally grown fruits and vegetables will continue to expand.
The presence of small farms in Orleans will enhance the attractiveness of the town, enhance the
economy, preserve traditional skills, and maintain a living link with our Cape Cod heritage.
Respectfully submitted,
David Light, Chairman
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
The Architectural Review Committee consists of five members appointed by the Select Board,
preferably including at least two members with professional or educational backgrounds in design
or architecture, two members with professional or educational backgrounds in historic
preservation, and one additional member. Two associate members shall be appointed to act as
alternates. After initial appointments with staggered terms, future appointments shall be for three
years. The ARC saw a change in leadership when (former) Chairperson Joy Cuming did not seek
to serve another term as of June 30, 2020 and Bernadette MacLeod was elected Chairperson as
of July 1, 2020. Also (former) Member Douglas Fromm resigned as of July 1, 2020 and Carol
Marsh was appointed Associate Member (Alternate) on September 2, 2020. There is currently
one vacancy for an Associate Member (Alternate) to serve on the ARC.
In accordance with the design guidelines in the Zoning Bylaw, §164-33.1, the ARC serves to
prevent new construction or alterations that are incompatible with older, existing building styles,
or that are inferior quality of appearance. The ARC protects significant historic structures and
improves fit, function and quality of the area. The ARC approves signage that is integrated with
architectural design and uses “Dark Sky” lighting to direct light with cut-off fixtures to direct light
to ground as outlined by Orleans Town Code, Ch. 122; “Outdoor Lighting”. The ARC enhances
the social and economic viability of the town by preserving property values and promoting visual
attractiveness. The ARC also encourages flexibility and variety in future development.
The ARC reviews applications for new and existing signs (per Zoning Bylaws §164-35), exterior
alterations, additions, new commercial buildings, color changes, and awnings. Any
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work/improvements which result in a change in exterior appearance must be approved for
commercial and multi-family dwellings excluding one- and two-family dwellings intended for
continued residential use, interior alterations not visible from the exterior of the building, and any
building permit or Special Permit application involving property in the Industrial District or the Old
Kings Highway Regional Historic District.
There were 13 meetings held in 2020. Starting July 16, 2020 meetings were held remotely by
ZOOM online. There were 17 sign applications reviewed. There were 8 exterior alterations
reviewed including a ground solar panel array for the Church of the Holy Spirit, privacy fencing for
a multi-family dwelling, a natural gas fuel cell for Stop & Shop, and a handicapped access ramp
for the Homeless Prevention Council. Ron Petersen of the Orleans Historical Commission
appeared before the ARC and made a presentation for future planning with the ARC and Historical
Commission. There was one Preliminary Review for a proposed medical building with proposed
signage. Total fees collected in 2020 for ARC was seven hundred and fifty-three dollars, including
fees for signage and exterior alterations.
Respectfully submitted,
Bernadette MacLeod, Chair
BARNSTABLE COUNTY ASSEMBLY OF DELEGATES
The Assembly of Delegates is the legislative branch of County Government. In partnership with
the executive branch-the County Commissioners-the Assembly shares responsibility for the range
and quality of services provided by the County to the 15 Cape towns. Each of the 15 towns elects
a Delegate to the Assembly. A Delegate’s vote impact is the Delegate’s town population relative
to the total population of the 15 towns. Currently, the Orleans vote has a weight of 2.73%.
The Assembly discusses and approves the County budget. It is through the budget process that
the Assembly helps establish spending priorities for the County services much needed and utilized
by the Cape towns. Among the many County services are: providing fire training, dredging our
waterways, testing our water and food quality, controlling mosquitoes and ticks, supporting
renewable farming and marine resources, and supporting health and human service needs.
The highest priority of the past year and into 2021 is supporting the Cape efforts to provide COVID
testing and COVID vaccinations to all Cape residents who require them. The County has partnered
with a number of Cape health facilities to provide testing on demand. The County has also devoted
resources to initiate and staff Cape vaccination centers when the vaccine is available. These efforts
against the COVID disease will be paramount until the disease is under control.
Other areas of high priority addressed this year include further improving the County’s financial
health and maintaining programs that meet the human services needs of all Cape residents.
Respectfully submitted,
David M. Dunford, Orleans Delegate
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BOARD OF ASSESSORS
The Board saw changes in 2020. In November, Mary Ann Tagliaferri was elected as the Board’s
newest chair. In July, long-serving board member Timothy Brady was not reappointed to his seat
and a new member, Julia Lee, was appointed by the select board in his stead. Julia’s years of
experience as a property appraiser will be immensely helpful in the Board’s efforts and we
welcome her heartily. Also, the Board and the Assessing office staff cannot thank Tim enough for
his many years of dedicated service to the Board and the town and wish him nothing but the best.
FY2020 was an interim valuation year for Orleans. 155 qualified real estate transactions that took
place in Orleans in 2017, 2018 and 2019 were analyzed to determine conformity with the “full and
fair cash value” standard mandated by the Dept. of Revenue. After analysis, review and
certification by the Bureau of Local Assessment, Orleans’ total assessed valuation for all real and
personal property was determined to be $4,209,989,280. This is a 2.84% increase from FY 2019,
with approximately .75% of the increase attributed to new growth and the remaining 2.09%
attributed to market adjustments. The median value of a single-family home for FY2020 was
$637,200 and the median value of a condominium was $247,200.
In FY2019, the Board committed 6,348 real estate tax bills, 2,952 personal property tax bills, 9,455
motor vehicle excise tax bills and 864 boat excise bills to the Treasurer’s office for a total of
$33,184,050.13 of tax revenue. In addition, the Board received 29 applications for real estate and
personal property abatements, 25 of which were granted. We also granted 332 motor vehicle
excise abatements and 55 boat excise abatements. The Board also granted 84 real estate
property tax exemptions.
We are also continuing our annual effort to meet state-mandated property inspection
requirements. The Assessor is required to inspect any property where permitted building work is
done or where a qualified sale takes place; all other properties must be inspected at least once
every ten years. In FY2020, 901 properties were inspected. Accuracy of property data is critical
to ensuring that property assessments are as fair as possible, and the Board wishes to thank
Orleans’ property owners for their continued cooperation with this process.
The Orleans Assessing office is also a US Passport Acceptance facility. However, the COVID-19
pandemic forced us to suspend operations in March. As a result, we processed 157 passport
applications resulting in $5,495.00 in revenue for the town. Assessing also brought in an additional
$1,195.00 in fee revenue.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Ann Tagliaferri, Chairman
William Overton
Julia Lee
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BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN COMMITTEE
The Orleans Bike and Pedestrian Committee is charged by the Board of Selectmen: “to preserve,
promote and enhance the safety of cyclists and pedestrians in Town”. The committee has been
working diligently to implement goals related to this charge as we recognize that year-round
cycling and pedestrian activities are an important means of recreation, transportation and
contribute greatly to the economic growth and vitality of Orleans. The committee currently has a
full slate of members: Alice Thomason Van Oot, Chair; Lindsey Malatesta Goodman, Vice Chair;
Kevin Higgins, Member; Kazmira Nedeau, Member; Joan Francolini, Member; Stephanie Gaskill,
Associate Member; Peter Allgeier, Associate Member. Our Select Board Liaison is Meff Runyon.
The committee meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 4:30. Since Town Hall has been
closed, we have been meeting though Zoom online meeting, which has worked well for us. We
continue our collaborative work with the Traffic and Parking Study Committee, the Department of
Public Works and the Planning Board as many of our goals overlap. The committee’s production
of a brochure with an updated map for cyclists and rules of the road was funded with a modest
Community Preservation grant and is ready for spring and summer distribution. It also includes
several local “destination rides” to encourage our visitors to get off the CCRT and visit the
community.
Some of our most significant work revolves around the implementation of Complete Streets
principles and practices in Orleans. This initiative has been supported by the Select Board when,
in 2019, a Complete Streets Policy was adopted enabling us to qualify for MassDot grants
targeting improved roadways and byways to accommodate all users including motorists,
pedestrians, bicyclists and persons with disabilities. After two public input sessions facilitated by
The Cape Cod Commission, a draft Prioritization Plan has been developed by the CCC for
Orleans. This plan enables the town to apply for up to $400,000.00 for a MassDot Complete
Streets grant to improve safety and access for walkers and bikers and is designed to guide future
infrastructure development as well as help the town gain access to other state and federal funding.
We currently have an application submitted to the Community Preservation Committee to fund
one small project identified on the Prioritization Plan.
The CPC request is to support the first phase in the development of a short multi use path on
town owned land to connect the Cape Cod Rail Trail to Overland Way. The request would provide
funding for professional services needed to develop plans for the town to bid for the construction
of a short 0.2 mile multi use path. The path would connect the neighborhoods of Bay Ridge Lane
and Bakers Pond to the Cape Cod Rail Trail. The location has been under consideration by the
town for some time and has been ranked as a priority by the Complete Streets project ranking
process. Development of this path will further our goal of making the Cape Cod Rail Trail safely
accessible to a larger part of our community, thus creating opportunity for both recreation and
safe alternative transportation to other areas of town for users of all ages and abilities.
The Orleans committee continues its partnership with committees from the towns of Brewster,
Chatham and Harwich to work collaboratively to achieve safe routes in and across the towns and
to use a regional approach to leverage state support for local activities.
Respectfully,
Alice Thomason Van Oot, Chair
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BOARD OF HEALTH
In 2020 the Board of Health quickly adapted to the new and ever evolving responsibilities of
managing a global pandemic at the local level. The challenges associated with the COVID-19
pandemic were broad and all encompassing. The first case of COVID in Orleans was reported in
March 2020, and as of the last day of 2020, Orleans saw a total of 93 confirmed and probable cases.
Throughout this time, the number one priority for the Board was educating citizens and local
businesses on the latest science and protocol recommended for keeping themselves and those
around them safe and healthy. This information changed constantly and required endless
communication such as phone calls, emails, press releases, website updating and countless Code
Red recordings. It was critical for the Health Department to deliver consistent, informed and clear
information.
As businesses struggled to stay open throughout the Cape’s busy summer season, a Barnstable
County educator assisted the Health Department visit local businesses to discuss COVID protocol
and guidance, deliver signage and talk through anxieties. A steady stream of complaints and
concerns about healthy behavior at businesses also required ample attention and time at the
Department.
The existing contract with the Visiting Nurses Association of Cape Cod (VNA) was critical during
2020, and with support from the Health Department, they conducted COVID contract tracing and
case management for Orleans citizens.
The Board of Health hosted three flu clinics in 2020, in October for Orleans residents and in
November for families and teachers in the Nauset school system.
The Board of Health continued to provide its usual services to the Town of Orleans, including the
inspection and regulation of all establishments issued a permit by the Board of Health, response to
and investigation of all complaints pertinent to public health, housing inspections, development and
maintenance of the town’s public health emergency response plan, administration of underground
storage tank regulations, filing and investigation of communicable disease reports, sampling of
recreational waters, and attendance at Board of Health and other meetings pertaining to public
health.
In cooperation with the Barnstable County Department of Health and the Environment, the Board of
Health continued its weekly surveillance of the water quality of the town’s five bathing beaches during
the summer months. Of all samples taken 75 of the 76 samples analyzed in 2020 met the
bacteriological limits. The site of the individual sample that exceeded the bacteriological limit was
immediately retested and passed. No beach closures were required.
In 2020 the Orleans Board of Health continued to contract with the Barnstable County Department
of Health and the Environment for professional services. These additional inspectional services have
assisted the Health Department in handling its workload more efficiently.
During 2020 the Board of Health was represented on the Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners,
Cape Cod Rabies Task Force, Cape and Islands Health Agents Coalition, Cape Cod Hoarding Task
Force and Orleans Site Plan Review Committee.
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The Board also administered the town’s contract with the Cape Cod Visiting Nurse Association. In
addition to COVID related services, the VNA provides the town with home visits, health screenings,
wellness education programs, immunization clinics and communicable disease follow-up
investigations.
Licenses/Permits Issued in 2020 #
Bathing Beach Permit 5
Burial Permits 61
Catering 4
Continental Breakfast 5
Disposal Works Construction – Title 5 85
Disposal Works Installer 47
Farmers Market Retail Food 23
Food Service 71
Indoor Skating Rink (Certificate of Approval) 1
Limited Breakfast 1
Manufacturer of Frozen Desserts Retail 11
Manufacturer of Frozen Desserts Wholesale 1
Mobile Food 6
Motel 9
Recreational Camps 1
Refuse Collection and Transportation 11
Residential Kitchen (Retail Sales) 2
Retail Food 32
Septage Collection and Transportation 23
Swimming Pools (Public/Semi-Public) 11
Temporary Food Permits 47
Tobacco Sales 8
Well Permits 30
The Board of Health expresses its appreciation to: Barnstable County Department of Health and the
Environment for its technical and laboratory assistance, and Erika Woods and Carol Eastman, who
assisted the Health Department under the county contract.
Respectfully submitted,
Joseph Hartung, Chairman
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BUILDING AND FACILITIES DEPARTMENT
The Building and Facilities Department is responsible for the physical upkeep of buildings,
implementation of new building projects and seasonal janitorial services for the parks and
beaches.
Significant 2020 projects included:
• Elementary School – Expanded the Nurse’s office allowing student separation in the event
of illness. Worked in conjunction with the Nauset Regional School District to replace the
phone and public address system.
• Town Hall – Replaced the building’s heating and ventilation automated controls system.
Completed the engineering to replace and improve the boiler plant. Installed supplemental
cooling for the television control studio. Installed a staff EV vehicle charging station.
• Council on Aging – Replaced all of the building’s carpet and vinyl tile flooring. Installed a
new dual tier drinking fountain and bottle filling station.
• Snow Library – Replaced the front entrance rails and patron benches.
• Fire Station – Completed a study to initiate ventilation improvements.
• Tonset Road Landing – Worked in conjunction with the Harbormaster’s’ office to replace
the shoreline access stairs and implement erosion control improvements.
• Transfer Station – Installed a personnel safety gate for the commercial compactor access.
• Green Communities Initiatives – Converted all of the town’s major buildings’ fluorescent
lighting to LED. Installed the town’s first municipal charging station for EV vehicles at Depot
Square located on Old Colony Way.
Respectfully submitted,
Ron Collins, Building and Facilities Manager
BUILDING CODE BOARD OF APPEALS
The Building Code Board of Appeals did not meet in 2020.
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BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Summary of Permit Activity for 2020
Permit Type Permit Values Fees Received Permits
New Single-Family Residences $11,154,925.00 $55,817.00 20
New Multi-Family Residences $.00 $.00 0
Accessory Dwellings $660,200.00 $1,155.00 5
Residential Additions $9,969,623.00 $29,685.00 39
Residential Alterations $6,260,248.00 $29,358.00 108
New Commercial Buildings $650,000.00 $2,824.00 1
Commercial Additions $.00 $.00 0
Commercial Alterations $2,234,841.00 $8,091.00 15
New Municipal Building $3,000.00 $.00 1
Mechanical $187,252.00 $670.00 14
Swimming Pools $1,174,139.00 $2,090.00 17
Express Permits $4,390,097.00 $14,290.00 276
Total Demolitions $559,300.00 $890.00 10
Solar Panels $925,283.00 $3,406.00 46
Yard Sale Permits N/A $45.00 9
Sheds/Woodstoves N/A $1,115.00 25
Certificates of Inspection N/A $1,320.00 33
Decks $189,001.00 $1,643.00 12
Plumbing Permits Inspections Fees Received Permits
Gas Permits 1243 $33,845.00 346
Combined w/
plumbing
$28,044.00 397
Electrical Permits 985 $58,325.00 577
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CABLE TV / MEDIA OPERATIONS
Orleans 18 has been operating live since August 1, 2007 and each year of operation we have
worked to better utilize technology to streamline our operations. Orleans 18 is intended solely to
provide information to Orleans citizens about issues, services, programs, activities, and events
involving or affecting local government and the community.
During 2020 with the COVID Shutdown and phased reopening in Massachusetts Government
committees and boards where granted ability to be fully remote/virtual to hold meetings. With the
recent upgrades in equipment over the past few years the Media Operations Department was
able to quicky switch gears and provide Zoom meetings being broadcast over Ch. 18.
In the earlier months of 2020, we were broadcasting Select Board, Board of Health, Finance
Committee and Conservation Commission meetings. As more committees and boards were
looking to start meeting again and conduct town business the Media Operations Department
works with each committee/board to get them ready for conducting their meetings via Zoom to be
broadcast.
In addition to the regular regulatory boards that Ch 18 has broadcast the Media Operations
Department now records all committees and boards. Meetings are either broadcast live over Ch
18 with live stream or on our YouTube Channel when more then one committee/board is meeting.
All Boards and Committee meetings are available on our Video on Demand (VOD) and then
archived on archive.org for public access. The Media Operations Department also provides COA
sponsored pre-taped exercise videos for residents to watch on Ch. 18 and coverage and
rebroadcast of Orleans Citizen Forum’s monthly forums on various topics.
The Media Operations Department looks forward to the continued growth of Orleans 18 to better
serve and inform the citizens of Orleans.
Respectfully Submitted,
Sarah Eaton, Media Program Coordinator
CAPE COD COMMISSION
The Cape Cod Commission was signed into law in January 1990 and ratified in a county-wide
vote in March 1990. For the past 30 years, the agency and its 19-member board have worked to
uphold and further the region’s special natural, coastal, scientific, historical, cultural, architectural,
archaeological, recreational, and other values. The act was drafted to be specific enough to
address the pressing environmental and development issues at the time of creation, but flexible
enough to adapt to changing threats and opportunities.
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Like many, the Commission’s 30th anniversary will be recognized more fully in the year to come.
We are proud that the 30-year-old Cape Cod Commission act has withstood the test of time and
continues to be relevant and effective.
Orleans representative changes
After three terms as the Orleans representative to the Cape Cod Commission, Leonarde Short
stepped down in April, 2020. Mr. Short was the town’s fourth and longest serving representative.
He served as a member on the Committee on Planning and Regulation, as well as numerous
Development of Regoional Impact subcommittees in his nine years on the board. Douglas Fromm,
who was active in the town’s wastewater planning efforts, among opther activities, was apppointed
by the Select Board in April.
Orleans Complete Streets Prioritization Plan
The Town of Orleans retained Cape Cod Commission transportation staff to develop a Complete
Streets Prioritization Plan to improve the travel experience for all users – motorists, pedestrians,
and bicyclists. The study, funded through the Massachusetts Department of Transportation,
explores transportation improvement alternatives to reduce conflicts, improve traffic flow and
incorporate multi-modal options. Among the study’s goals is the creation of vibrant, pedestrian
and bicycle oriented mixed-use centers throughout the town. After prelminary scouting and
assement work, which included an information meeting prior to the pandemic, Commission and
town staff hosted a virtual community meeting in November 2020. The draft prioritization list was
presented for discussion, observations and feedback. The plan is expected to be complete in
2021. Commission staff also worked with the towns of Bourne and Falmouth on complete Streets
plans in 2020.
capecodcommission.org/OrleansCompleteStreets
Developing a wayfinding plan for downtown Orleans
The Commission worked with the Orleans Planning Board in 2020 to develop a wayfinding plan
for key destinations in and around downtown Orleans.
Wayfinding is a system of visual cues such as signs, landscaping, pavement markings, or other
objects that help people orient themselves in physical space and navigate from place to place.
The project will produce recommendations for wayfinding signage or pavement treatments, as
well as possible technological options that could help facilitate improved movement for motorists,
pedestrians, and bicyclists downtown, while highlighting Orleans’ special character and features.
Traffic Program
The pandemic related interruption in typical seasonal traffic patterns and volumes prompted
Commission transportation staff to rethink the annual traffic counting program for 2020. Using a
combination of technologies to collect counts at the same locations as 2019, to provide some
measure of Covid-19 impacts. Staff also focused on other types of data collection, including
tracking Cape Cod Rail Trail user movements, and inventories of traffic signals and Cape Cod
regional Transit Authority stops.
In Orleans, traffic techs performed six radar surveys, conducted a Bluetooth device survey of the
Cape Cod Rail Trail and downtown area, and inventoried six traffic signals and six at-grade rail
trail crossings.
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Cape Cod Bike Rack Program
To encourage bicycling throughout the region, the Cape Cod Bike Rack Program provides
municipalities with low-cost bike racks and other related equipment. The towns of Orleans and
Sandwich received awards in the initial 2020 round of funding. Towns, transportation agencies
and other public entities are eligible to purchase bike racks and receive reimbursement under this
program.
Since 2016, the program has distributed almost $110,000 worth of equipment to 11 towns. The
program is made possible through funds administered by the Cape Cod Commission on behalf of
the Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Arts and Culture Guide
The Commission released "Leveraging Cultural Assets in Economic Development on Cape Cod,"
a report on best practices and lessons learned for integrating the creative sector into commerce,
in early 2020. The guide is intended to inspire collaboration and strategic planning, elevate
successful projects throughout the region, and strengthens the ties of our arts and economy. This
is a 10-year update to a 2009 guide that provided guidance on how to design initiatives that
maximize communities’ cultural assets for economic development. Commission staff also worked
with the towns of Wellfleet and Orleans to create cultural asset inventories.
Cape Cod Climate Action Plan
The Cape Cod Commission is developing the region’s first-ever climate action plan, a strategic
framework that details the policies, measures, and activities our community will take to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to existing climate hazards, and track progress.
A climate action plan for the region will set forward a clear path and framework for adapting to
and mitigating the causes of climate change through development of specific and measurable
actions and recommendations at a variety of scales.
Along with a robust series of stakeholder meetings, focus groups and other outreach, Commission
staff developed a solar siting tool, regional greenhouse gas emissions inventory and other detailed
information in support of the climate action plan. Outside consultants completed a fiscal and
economic impact analysis, and a legal and jurisdictional review.
A draft plan will be released in early 2021.
Climate Petition
The Commission took comment and discussed a citizens petition seeking climate change related
amendments to the Cape Cod Regional Policy Plan. In July 2020, the Commission voted to
continue the hearing until January 2021 and convene a subcommittee to guide potential changes
to the RPP. The Subcommittee met eight times from August through December, reviewing content
and materials generated through the Climate Action Plan Stakeholder process. Proposed
amendments and guidance documents from this process were expected to be presented for
discussion in early 2021.
Covid-19 Response
INFORMATION
Working with regional, state, and local partners, the Commission helped develop and maintain
several information tools and websites to provide up-to-date information on infections, economic
impacts and other details supporting the Cape’s reopening and recovery efforts.
In cooperation with Cape Cod Healthcare and Barnstable County Department of Health and
Environment, the Commission launched a COVID-19 Community Alert System dashboard in April
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showing where and when positive COVID-19 tests were confirmed. Information was presented
down to ZIP-code levels and initially updated daily, then multiple times a week. By the end of
June, the dashboard received more than 300,000 visits.
The Commission partnered with the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce on a series of business
surveys, issuing two in 2020, with additional surveys planned throughout the pandemic to gauge
impacts and assist Cape communities with recovery. Staff also worked with the Arts Foundation
of Cape Cod to develop an Arts Impact Survey.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND RELIEF
The Cape Cod Commission received a $400,000 Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security
(CARES) Act Recovery Assistance Grant from the US Department of Commerce’s Economic
Development Administration (EDA) to support efforts to respond and recover from the devastating
economic impacts caused by the pandemic and develop strategies to improve resilience in the
future.
Executive Director Kristy Senatori serves on the Cape and Islands Reopening Task Force along
with community leaders and the legislative delegation, and in addition, participated in twice-weekly
Covid-19 Department Managers meetings, as well as Barnstable County Regional Emergency
Planning Committee calls.
OPERATIONS
The Cape Cod Commission moved to remote working conditions in mid-March along with the rest
of Barnstable County. Commission staff developed virtual meeting protocols and resumed public
hearings with real-time public participation online in April for Commission-related meetings and
those of the boards it supports.
$1M Resiliency Grant
The Commission sought and was awarded a $1 million grant through the United States
Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) that will fund
development and implementation of a multi-pronged planning initiative to help address Barnstable
County’s vulnerability to storm induced impacts.
This major investment from the EDA will help the Cape Cod region devise and implement long-
term economic recovery strategies and identify and plan for future economic challenges. This
project aims to provide data and information that allows communities to better prepare for and
respond to impacts, develop a framework for improving resiliency, and create tools to promote
better local decisions regarding critical vulnerable assets.
Cape Cod and Islands Water Protection Fund
The Cape Cod and Islands Water Protection Fund (CCIWPF) is a critical new funding source for
local implementation of water quality projects, as well as for the monitoring and modeling that
support communities as they evaluate and adapt their plans to ensure success. The Commission
serves as the administrative staff to the board and its subcommittees.
Since collection of revenue began in July 2019, the Fund has generated more than $20 million.
The Commission is charged with providing administrative and technical support to the CCIWPF
Management Board. In 2020, the board developed and approved regulations for equitable
distribution of the funds, which were adopted in November.
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CAPE COD REGIONAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
2019-2020
Cape Cod Regional Technical High School was established in 1973 as a public technical high
school. Cape Cod Tech students meet the same academic standards required by the state as our
sending schools while also meeting certification standards of their technical training.
District Towns: Barnstable, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Harwich, Mashpee,
Orleans, Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, Yarmouth
Mission Statement: Cape Cod Regional Technical High School will provide an opportunity to
acquire high quality technical, academic, and social skills preparing our students for success in
our changing world.
Enrollment: For school year 2019-2020, the enrollment on October 1 was 616 students.
Budget: For school year 2019-20 (FY20) there was a Total Budget of $15,087,000.
Formulation of the annual budget and town assessments are based on the previous school year’s
October 1 enrollment.
News from Superintendent Sanborn: Often educators are told to begin with the end in mind.
Cape Cod Tech could not have envisioned ending the 2019-2020 school with a commencement
at the Wellfleet Drive-In. With extreme gratitude to the Vincent family, Cape Cod Tech’s class of
2020 celebrated their graduation in an unforgettable setting. The school year was trying for
obvious reasons. I could not have been prouder of our entire staff ‘s response to adversity in
transitioning to a remote business model for education while simultaneously preparing to move
into our new building. I must reiterate to the taxpayers of our twelve towns how grateful we are
for your funding our new school which we moved into in August. THANK YOU! We cannot wait
for the days when masks and social distancing are no longer, so we can invite you to see the new
Cape Cod Regional Technical High School. We have shared a few photos and more interactive
photos are available at our virtual tour created for prospective students at:
https://www.capetech.us/cape-tech-night.
Town of Orleans: The Town of Orleans had twelve (12) students enrolled at Cape Cod Tech
as of October 1, 2019. The assessment for Orleans was $191,352 based on nine (9) students
for October 1, 2018.
Highlights from Cape Cod Tech 2019-20 School Year
• Graduated 142 seniors in 2020, three (3) from Orleans.
• Enrolled 162 freshman: five (5), from Orleans.
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•The student newspaper Tech Talk continued to win numerous prestigious awards this year,
including: First Place with The American Scholastic Press Association for its annual
newspaper competition earning 920 out of a possible 1000 points; and “top honors” by the All
New England Award for newspapers with a student population between 500 to 1000.
Congratulations to the fourteen (14) student journalists of 2019-2020!
•Through the generosity of Cape Cod community organizations, charities and family memorials,
Cape Cod Tech presented 65 toolships and 63 scholarships to the graduating class of 2020
for a total of $123,850.
•Thirty-eight (38) students received John and Abigail Adams Scholarships.
•The National Technical Honor Society honored 54 students.
•SkillsUSA is a national student organization serving more than 395,000 high school, college
and middle school students enrolled in training programs in trade, technical and skilled service
occupations. SkillsUSA is a huge part of the of the Cape Tech experience combining technical,
academic and employability skills. Forty-eight (48) students participated in the Massachusetts
District competition and won eight (8) medals. Cape Cod Tech had 14 students attend the
SkillsUSA Leadership Convention. The state competitions were cancelled due to COVID-19,
disappointing the 70 Cape Cod Tech students anticipated to attend.
•“FFA” (Future Farmers of America) is a national career and technical student organization
based on middle and high school classes that promote and support agricultural education.
This year a team of four Cape Cod Tech students place second at the Regional Nursery
Landscape competition qualifying the team to participate at the National Nursery Landscape
Convention vying against 200 participants across the country. The team brought home both
gold and silver medals earning top marks for Cape Cod Tech. The Spring Competition was
cancelled due to COVID-19.
•The Cooperative Education (Co-Op) program placed a total of 20 junior and 41 senior students
to work with local businesses, enhancing their skills through Co-Op placements and six (6)
students were placed in internships in their fields of Health Technology and Dental Assisting.
•The Athletic Department offered a “no-cut, no-fee” program in which all students can
participate without fees. The following sports were offered: baseball, basketball, cheerleading,
cross-country, football, golf, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball.
Technical Highlights from 2019-20
•All shop programs used the new school building (under construction) as an opportunity for
student involvement in the design to upgrade their shops to 21st century industry standards.
•For all shop programs, there were fewer jobs completed for the public due to the closing of
school buildings in March of this year related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
•The Auto Collision program completed 80 jobs resulting in approximately $40,000 savings to
the community and fostered positive relationships with local businesses to improve future
student placements.
•The Auto Technology program purchased new engines to enhance the 10th grade curriculum
significantly increasing engine repair knowledge, as well as new transmissions to increase
transmission knowledge.
•The Carpentry Department increased their non-traditional student enrollment to include five
females. Four students were placed in Co-Op placements. The Carpentry Program Advisory
Board was strengthened with additional industry leaders.
•The Cosmetology program implemented a new salon shadowing program for students to
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better expose them to careers in the field. Community service projects, Mannies for Nannies
and The Wig Bank, were a great success.
• Culinary Arts maintained a perfect 100% score on multiple annual food service inspections by
both the town of Harwich and county of Barnstable. This is due to the Serv-Safe training that
all culinary students have taken, and all have passed testing for certification.
• Dental Assisting students participated in activities such as TECH night and SkillsUSA. They
have a robust community service presence going out to preschools, Angel House, and
veterans’ centers. Five (5) students participated in district SkillsUSA competitions with six (6)
intending to compete at State level prior to its cancellation.
• The Design & Visual Communications program was at maximum capacity with the new
freshman class. This program received honorable mention at the Boston Globe Scholastic
Awards this year. Students were involved in the community helping with design needs as well
as providing a service for the school with designs for school events.
• The Electrical Department over-achieved for shop attendance this year. All sophomores
received OSHA 10 Construction Training. Non-traditional student enrollment was doubled
from the previous year for female students.
• The Engineering Technology Shop incorporated many certificate programs in engineering
software very successfully including a dual enrollment class with Cape Cod Community
College. This shop participated in the Co-Op program for the first time this year and placed
four seniors into local jobs in their field.
• The Health Technologies students were very busy passing the Basic Life Support for
Healthcare Providers, OSHA Training, gaining experience at Pleasant Bay Nursing Home,
holding blood drives, teaching preschool children about healthcare and assisting homeless
veterans.
• The Horticulture program has taken over the responsibilities for grounds maintenance for the
second year which provides hand-on training for their students while saving the district time
and money. Focus on the national FFA competitions provides skill-building, student learning
and leadership opportunities for these students.
• The HVAC program consistently achieved a 95% attendance rate throughout the year; had
16 students participate in the SkillsUSA District competition; maintained 85% of juniors and
seniors in Co-Op placements, and achieved OSHA Certification with all 10 sophomores.
• Marine Services continued its work with Yamaha Motor Corporation providing training
materials and certifications for students. Relationships with local marine businesses have
benefited from the six students working in Co-Op placements.
• The Information Technology Program offered its first Advanced Placement course, Computer
Science Principles. Juniors earned certifications in Network Pro and seniors in Security Pro.
Students had opportunities with the Yarmouth Community Center to demonstrate their talents.
This shop program actively competes in a team sport, “eSports”
• The Plumbing Shop incorporated 21st century skills to keep students current with industry
trends, such as teaching proper methods of Mega and Propress methods that are vital to our
students’ success in this industry. Students were active in SkillsUSA and Co-Op program.
Academic Highlights from 2019-20
• The Business Education/21st Century Learning department reconfigured their employability
skills panel to take place on Google Meet, and forged ahead using the remote learning model.
• The English Department continued to integrate MCAS Next Gen writing into the curriculum
using the MCAS Next Gen Writing Rubric. The Department adjusted student expectations
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and criteria for success for this kind of writing in response to 2019 MCAS data. All students
passed the ELA Next-Generation MCAS by November 2019 retest.
•The Social Studies standards were revised for 2019 and the Social Studies department has
implemented those changes. They were able to implement the new US History frameworks
remotely and effectively. Advanced Placement (AP) students had the highest passing rate in
the history of the program and the most overall students (13) passing the exams.
•The Math Department implemented a new Honors track for 9th grade Honors
Algebra/Geometry. Pre-Calculus and Calculus classes were successfully implemented.
Technology-based instruction and assessment were integrated into the curriculum.
•The Science Department is developing Biology Curriculum for the ninth and tenth grades that
will prepare students for the Spring Biology MCAS assessments. Though MCAS exams were
for waived by the Governor because of the COVID-19 pandemic, results from 2019 were useful
to identify areas of need for a more in-depth curriculum.
•Special Education was using Google Classroom before the COVID-19 pandemic, but remote
learning has certainly made us all proficient in our use of technology with students.
•The Student Services Department created a District Curriculum Accommodation Plan (DCAP)
. The department not only engaged students in their post-secondary plans,
scholarships/toolships applications, participated with local Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs for
student recognition awards, but they pulled off the most amazing graduation ceremony for the
class of 2020 at the Nauset Drive-In and supported underclass students throughout the
summer to successfully complete the school year courses that were interrupted by the COVID-
19 pandemic.
Please visit our website: www.capetech.us for more information.
Respectfully submitted,
Stefan Galazzi and Jeffrey McMorrow
Orleans Representatives to Cape Cod Regional Technical High School District School Committee
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CAPE COD REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY
The Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) has provided 34,546 one-way passenger trips
across all services in the town of Orleans from July 2019 through June 2020 (FY20).
CCRTA provided 1,272 Medicaid trips, 2,451 Day Habilitation trips, 248 ADA trips, and 200 other
medical trips for Orleans residents. CCRTA also provided 25 Orleans residents with 88 trips to
Boston area hospitals through Boston Hospital Transportation service.
CCRTA provided 101 Orleans residents with 1,442 DART (Dial-a-Ride Transportation) trips during
FY20. Total DART passenger trips in the fifteen towns of Cape Cod were 131,667 in FY20.
The deviated fixed route Flex serves the towns of Harwich, Brewster, Orleans, Eastham, Wellfleet,
Truro and Provincetown. A total of 17,116 one-way trips originated in Orleans for the Flex route
for the period July 2019 through June 2020. Although we do not track alightings, it is assumed
that an approximately equal number of riders ended their trips in Orleans, including some who
began and ended their trips in Orleans. Total ridership for the Flex for this period was 85,532.
The fixed route Hyannis to Orleans (H20) serves the towns of Barnstable, Yarmouth, Dennis,
Harwich, Chatham, Brewster, and Orleans along the Route 28 corridors. A total of 11,729 one-
way trips originated in Orleans for the H2O route for the period July 2019 through June 2020.
Although we do not track alightings, it is assumed that an approximately equal number of riders
ended their trips in Orleans, including some who began and ended their trips in Orleans. Total
ridership for the H2O route for this period was 130,334.
CCRTA supplied the Orleans Council on Aging with one Mobility Assistance Program (MAP)
vehicle that provided 3,341 rides from July 2019 to June 2020.
Route maps, schedules, fares, Google Transit Trip Planner and the latest news about Cape Cod
public transportation services are provided at www.capecodrta.org, as well as links to many other
transportation resources.
CAPE LIGHT COMPACT JPE
Cape Light Compact is an organization consisting of the 21 towns on Cape Cod and Martha’s
Vineyard and Duke’s County. The Compact serves over 205,000 customers through proven
energy efficiency programs, delivery of a renewable competitive electricity supply, and effective
consumer advocacy. As of December 2020, the Compact had 4,478 electric accounts in the Town
of Orleans on its power supply.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Cape Light Compact offers customers opportunities to save energy, reduce their energy bills, and
protect the environment through an energy efficiency program. The program provides technical
assistance and valuable incentives and rebates to residential and business customers. The
technical assistance, incentives, and rebates are available whether one owns or rents residential
or business space.
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The first step to saving energy is a free energy assessment that will identify improvements that
can be made and how much energy can be saved. Please call Cape Light Compact at (800) 797-
6699 to register your home or business.
In the Town of Orleans, the Cape Light Compact accomplished the following in 2020:
Note: The data above does not include activity from November and December 2020 due to the date of
this publication. Please visit www.capelightcompact.org/reports/ for more information.
POWER SUPPLY
During 2020, the Compact’s power supplier for all residential, commercial, and industrial
customers was NextEra Energy Services of Massachusetts (NextEra). The Compact’s residential
price in 2020 remained competitive with the local utility’s basic service residential price while also
being 100 percent renewable.
The Compact has been a green electricity aggregator for four years. This means that 100 percent
of the Compact’s customers’ annual electricity usage is provided with renewable energy
certificates (RECs) from renewable sources, such as wind or solar. Compact customers are
financially supporting renewable energy resources located on Cape Cod and southeastern
Massachusetts. In addition, NextEra pledged to deposit all Premiums paid for voluntary RECs,
plus their supplier and retail fees (expected to total over $3 million per year), into a trust fund to
be used solely for the development of new renewable energy resources. By purchasing electricity
through the Compact, all power supply customers are supporting renewable energy and acting
locally to combat climate change.
CONSUMER ADVOCACY
Since 1997, Cape Light Compact has advocated for the ratepayers of Cape Cod and Martha’s
Vineyard at the local and state level.
In 2020, the Compact’s primary consumer advocacy focus was redesigning the Cape and
Vineyard Electrification Offering (CVEO) program. The redesigned CVEO focuses on the
following:
•Serving low-and-moderate income members of the Cape and Vineyard community, a
population that faces economic barriers to installing the three technologies proposed
under CVEO;
•Addressing economic barriers such as the high up-front costs and inability to qualify for a
loan;
•Installing cold climate air source heat pumps to advance the Commonwealth’s goal of
strategic electrification and the greening of the building sector; and,
•Providing cost-effective energy savings and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Jan-Oct 2020 # of
Participants
Customer
Savings kWh Saved Rebates/Incentives
Paid to Customers
Low Income 13 $2,438.60 12,193 $46,926.82
Residential 552 $105,147.20 525,736 $575,786.12
Commercial 40 $142,839.00 714,195 $194,113.31
Total 605 $250,424.80 1,252,124 $816,826.25
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The Compact also participated in regulatory proceedings at the Department of Public Utilities
related to the retail electric market to advance policies that promote a competitive power supply
market while ensuring common-sense protections for consumers.
For more information about the Cape Light Compact, please call 800-797-6699 or go to
www.capelightcompact.org.
Respectfully submitted,
Martin Culik, Orleans Representative
Chris Galazzi, Orleans Alternative
CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE
The Orleans Home Rule Charter is the framework for our Town governance. You can find a link
to it at www.town.orleans.ma.us. Once every seven years, a Charter Review Committee (CRC)
is appointed by the Select Board to review the provisions of the Charter “and report any
amendments deemed advisable.” Amendments are brought forward as articles at a future Town
Meeting for voters to approve or reject. Approved articles are sent to the Attorney General for
review, and if accepted, will appear on the next ballot for final approval.
The first CRC meeting was held on October 5, 2020 by Zoom. Meetings can be seen live on
Channel 18 and Zoom at 5:30 pm on the first and third Monday of each month, except holidays.
Our first task was to review the Charge and understand the scope of work, followed by confirming
that the Committee had a certified copy of the Charter from which to work. We will be asking town
department heads, elected and appointed officials and staff how well they think Orleans town
government is working for them, and if they have any ideas for improvement. This is also what
we will be asking residents too - how can the Town do more for its citizens and the community?
Please share your ideas in any of the following ways:
1. Get our agendas by going to www.town.orleans.ma.us and on the left column under Online
services, click E-Alerts and scroll down to select the CRC.
2. Email charterideas@town.orleans.ma.us or use the Webform on the Town website.
3. Attend a CRC meeting via Zoom at “Public Comment.”
4. Write the CRC at Town Hall.
5. Contribute at a CRC Public Hearing via Zoom when scheduled.
You can increase citizen understanding and oversight of town government by actively participating
in this Charter review. We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you.
Respectfully submitted,
Jon R. Fuller, Chair
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COMMUNITY PRESERVATION COMMITTEE
The Community Preservation Act (CPA) helps Orleans stay special by supporting affordable
housing, recreation, open space and historic preservation. Since 2005, the Town has received
funding from a 3% local surcharge on real estate property taxes (surtax), matched by a grant from
the State of up to 100% of the surtax revenues.
A nine-member Community Preservation Committee (CPC) manages the CPA, conducts the
project selection process, and awards funds to eligible projects, subject to Town Meeting
approval.
At the beginning of the year, nineteen projects were in various stages of completion. They are
monitored by the Committee to ensure that they stay within budget and their approved scope and
are making satisfactory progress.
After careful review, interviews, and a public hearing, the CPC recommended funding 17 projects
in the CPA budget (Article 11) at the June Annual Town Meeting, including:
•Orleans Affordable Housing Trust Fund $500,000
•Finch Skate Park Mini Ramp $ 54,500
•Centers for Culture and History in Orleans Hurd Chapel $145,000
•Open Space Reserve Fund $125,000
•French Cable Station Museum $ 61,521
•Crystal Lake Ramp and Platform $ 25,000
•Galley West Preservation $ 39,754
In total, under Article 11, the Town Meeting funded activities worth $1,565,032. This sum included
$380,500 for open space debt.
Additionally, under Article 12, the CPC recommended, and the Town Meeting approved securing
bond funding for the purchase of 2.54 acres of land for open space from the Peck family for
$775,000. Unfortunately, an application for a State grant to cover half of the purchase price was
not approved.
In November, 20 applications were received for projects seeking FY22 funding. In recent years
the state match has been well under 100% of local surtax revenues. However, in 2019 state
legislation amended Registry of Deeds fees to increase revenue for the CPA Trust Fund and thus,
a larger “state match” seemed likely. In spite of the Pandemic, initial signs for FY 22 funds are
promising.
The Community Preservation Committee remains committed to supporting projects that preserve
the character and beauty of Orleans in the areas of community housing, recreation, open space
and historic preservation. For more information, visit the CPC Web page at
www.town.orleans.ma.us/community-preservation-committee.
Respectfully submitted,
Walter North, Chairman
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CONSERVATION COMMISSION
The Conservation Commission implements the Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act and the
Orleans Wetlands Protection Bylaw. The Commission reviews and approves applications for
projects affecting any of the Town’s wetland resource areas and manages the Town’s Conservation
Areas.
Reviewing and Approving Wetland Projects
Any activity that alters a wetland resource area or the 100-foot buffer to the resource area,
including filling, construction, renovation, pruning, removing or planting vegetation, is filed with
the Conservation Commission prior to initiation. Our wetland resource areas include wetland
vegetation, coastal banks, dunes, land subject to coastal storm flowage and areas of critical
environmental concern (ACEC) among others. In 2020, the Conservation Commission heard
approximately 32 Notices of Intent, 85 other filings including Certificates of Compliance, Amended
Orders, and Requests for Determination, and reviewed and completed 133 Administrative
Reviews.
Management of Open Space Areas
The Orleans Conservation Commission is responsible for the management of the Town’s
Conservation Areas. Most of these areas are publicly accessible and offer passive recreational
opportunities with a variety of walking trails and scenic views. In 2020, the Conservation Commission
continued to support the Department of Public Works Natural Resources efforts to improve and
manage and maintain Town conservation areas.
Meeting Schedule
The Conservation Commission meets in the mornings the first four Tuesdays of every month. New
hearings are advertised the first and third weeks of the month.
Respectfully submitted,
Virginia Farber, Chair
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COUNCIL ON AGING
What a year it has been! For most of this year we learned to do things differently, worked outside
of our typical job descriptions, and functioned with fewer hands-on deck due to the impact of
COVID-19. We had to pivot quickly and transition our operations to help older adults and
caregivers meet essential needs. We benefitted from the incredible generosity of spirit in our
community and relied on new community partnerships throughout the crisis to serve some of
those most at risk. Our Senior Center Building was closed to walk-in traffic much of the year, but
our office was open throughout the crisis and we didn’t miss a day answering the phones to help
and connect with the older adults and their care partners in our community.
Employing strict safety protocols, we developed new systems to meet the needs of those we
serve. One of our most critical efforts was the coordination of a community collaboration to get
groceries safely to those who didn’t use technology and had no family nearby to help. We
continued to provide rides safely to those who didn’t drive and found help with pharmacy pick-
ups. Other endeavors included the delivery of home cooked meals, technology teaching, iPad
loans equipped with internet for those without home service, special holiday meals, a new Senior
Fitness Hour on Lower Cape TV, televised fitness classes on Channel 18, notes and care
packages to Day Center families, virtual programming, medical equipment loans, and more. Not
surprisingly, while we realized a 55% decrease in program participation, we experienced a 60%
increase in our outreach services during this challenging year.
2020 Statistics:
Units of Service Unduplicated # of
Individuals Served
Activities/Programs/Events 8,410 912
Day Center 541 29
Rides 2,978 130
Services/Outreach 2,824 520
Medical Equipment 164 116
Volunteers 1,158 hrs. 113
Orleans Residents Served 13,859 993
A year like this has demonstrated the compassion, generosity and support that exists in our
community. We have benefitted from many acts of kindness and wish to express our deepest
appreciation to the Friends of the Orleans Senior Center, the Fund for the Elderly & Cape Cod
Foundation, Friends Marketplace, the BOCH CERT Team, Cape Cod Medical Reserve Corps,
Cape Cod 4-H, Susan’s Workroom, the Sisters of the Community of Jesus, Potted Plants for
Seniors, and students from NRMS and NRHS. We are also most grateful for the help and support
of our dedicated volunteers who make so much of what we do possible.
Respectfully submitted,
Judi Wilson, Director
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CULTURAL COUNCIL
The Orleans Cultural Council (OCC) works with the Mass Cultural Council (MCC) and with the
Town of Orleans as leaders, stewards, and advocates in supporting the arts, humanities and
sciences through Annual Grants, Initiatives, and Advocacy for nonprofit cultural organizations,
schools, and artists to ensure everyone has a place in the rich cultural life of the Orleans
Community.
The OCC is one of 329 MA towns that receive MCC funds annually for the sole purpose of
supporting community-based programs. Decisions about which activities to support are made at
the community level by the Local Orleans Council, a board of municipally appointed members.
The MCC allocation to Orleans for the 2020 grant cycle was $4800, and additional funding through
the Town Warrant was approved at the Fall Town Meeting. 17 grant applicants were selected for
partial or full funding for a total of $6,259. Due to the pandemic, many projects, performances or
programs scheduled for 2020 were postponed as of March 15th, requiring all applicants to begin
rescheduling, creating venue adaptations or developing virtual substitutions. OCC reviewed
alternative and modified approaches for each grant, making every effort to carry the programs
forward. As of Dec. 30th, 2020, 6 grants were outstanding, as the programs had been re-
scheduled for 2021.
In January and February, OCC completed the organization of the 2020 March National Youth Art
Month Annual Exhibit at Town Hall featuring 120 student artworks from three Regional
Schools. Planned to open on March 3rd, the Exhibit was canceled due to the pandemic.
In October, OCC voted to collaborate with the Orleans Cultural District to commission a seasonal
lighted sculpture of a Baseball Player for Eldredge Field by appropriating $500 towards the
project, completed and installed November 28th.
In December, the contract, scope of work and fundraising for the Restoration of the Town-owned
Historic Portrait of the Duc d’ Orleans was approved, a subcommittee formed, and a deposit
allocated to begin the work by conservationist, Debra Dickinson.
Due to the pandemic, MCC 2021 Grant application deadlines were extended into Mid-November.
Consequently, the OCC Grant Application Voting Meeting for 2021 programs was re-scheduled
for Mid -January 2021.
As of Dec. 30th, the amount of the 2021 MCC Annual Allocation to OCC had not yet been
determined.
Respectfully Submitted,
Claire Gradone, Chair
JoAnna Keeley, Advisor
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CULTURAL DISTRICT
Cultural District: State-designated areas that foster artists, cultural organizations, and entrepreneurs to
improve the quality of life, attract visitors, and stimulate local economic activity – MCC
The Orleans Cultural District Town Committee (OCD) celebrated a second year as a Town
Committee by moving forward, despite the pandemic.
In January, goals and budget were set for the year: the installation of new MCC Cultural District
signs, 17 light post banners, a new seasonal lighted sculpture, a social event with cultural partners
to mark the release of the revised Orleans Cultural District Map, a series of art classes at the Old
Firehouse taught by local artists in partnership with the Coastal Craft Gallery, and other events
for Artweek. With the Main Street portion of the Town Streetscape project drawing to a close, we
voted to launch a sculpture competition to provide an artistic element at the Brewster Crossing.
On February 28, 2020, the Cape Codder ran a story on the OCD highlighting the OCD mission
and current activities. In March, like other Town Committees, OCD went on pause for the
pandemic. But OCD chair, JoAnna Keeley continued to pave new connections and working
collaborations with other Town Organizations and Committees so that when we could meet again
new connections would exist to allow us to move forward quickly.
Monthly meetings were resumed in October through a Town-moderated Zoom format.
The banners project is nearing completion starting with the Main Street corridor with additional
areas to be added as funding allows. In discussions with the Town, each pole will feature two
smaller banners rather than one large. The aim is to have banners in place by Spring when Main
St Renovation project is done. As there is no funding for this expanded scope of work, OCD will
be reaching out to partners for assistance.
The five new Orleans Cultural District signs have arrived from MCC. Work continues with the
DPW and Town Planner to finalize locations, to have old signs removed, and the new signs
installed. These signs reflect the expansion of the District to the entire town, as allowed by the
MCC at our request.
The OCS commissioned sculptor, Michael Magyar, to retrofit a seasonal lighted sculpture of a
baseball player. With funding contributed by the Orleans Cultural Council and with the cooperation
of the Orleans Firebirds, the welded metal sculpture arrived in Orleans Nov. 20th. OCD members
worked to attach the strings of holiday lights and with the help of Town Facilities Manager, Ron
Collins, installed the sculpture “Play Ball“ at Eldredge Field in time to join the lighting of the Town's
other sculptures, including the Duke of Orleans sculpture gifted to the Orleans Historic Committee
last year. The completed “Play Ball“ Sculpture was partially funded by a grant from the
Massachusetts Cultural Council(MCC) and the Orleans Cultural Council, involved 85 volunteer
hours and was gifted to the Orleans Firebirds at the lighting ceremony on Nov. 28th.
Moving into next year, OCD plans to collaborate with the After School Program and local
businesses to offer a series of afterschool art classes at the Old Firehouse which will give students
a social and artistic outlet in a Covid safe environment.
The Orleans Cultural District continues to initiate and participate in collaborative efforts between
other organizations, State Programs, Town Committees, and the Planning Board, to work towards
strengthening the unique sense of place and history of Orleans by enhancing cultural enrichment
and stimulating economic activity. We welcome all proposals and ideas from our community.
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Highway Department
The highway department is responsible for the maintenance and improvement of approximately
60 miles of roadway and roadsides, the repair and maintenance of related stormwater drainage
systems (catch basins and manholes) and the repair and maintenance of related BMP (best
management practices) structures ensuring that the systems are operating properly. The
department is responsible for the repair and maintenance of over 70 town vehicles, heavy
equipment and trailers. The Highway Department provides labor and/or equipment to support
activities of other Department of Public Works and Natural Resources Divisions (Parks, Beaches,
Facilities, Recreation, Shellfish / Harbormaster, Transfer Station, Water, etc.)
The major projects managed by the Department in 2020 include the following:
Drainage:
• Tonset Road Stormwater improvements.
Safety Improvements:
• Implemented Covid-19 Safety guidelines to improve the safety of all employees. Daily
disinfecting and cleaning of the Towns buildings were a priority.
• Brush clearing along Eldredge Parkway near the entrance to the Fire Station to improve
visibility for emergency vehicles entering the roadway.
• Continuing education for all town employees licensed by the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts to operate Hoisting equipment. Training held in our new facility.
Roadway Improvements:
• Overlay paving was achieved on Woodridge Rd., Quanset Road and Tonset Road from
Uncle Mark’s to the town landing.
• Patching of roadways occurred on Skaket Beach Road loop, Tonset Road to the landing,
Champlain Road starting at Mill Pond road, Gibson road and Arey’s Lane.
• Roads that were patched, crack sealed and received a chip seal application were Gibson
Road, Fox Ridge Drive, Dale Ann Drive, Pleasant View Drive, Gilman Drive, Harbor Hill
Road and the intersection of Hopkins Lane and Brick Hill road.
Other Projects:
• Worked on the layout of the first Annual Town Meeting to held outside in June on the field
of the Nauset Middle school.
• Worked on the layout of the Fall Town Meeting held outside at the Nauset Beach parking
lot.
• Playground Improvements at Eldredge Park. Installation of canopy over the sand box.
Seasonal installation and removal of canopy is necessary.
• Worked with Auctions International to sell off surplus equipment that is no longer used by
any department. We held 1 online auction in conjunction with the Police Department netting
$8,952.00 to the town.
• Turning of the rows of compost located on the top of the existing capped landfill.
• The Department continued to maintain and repair the town roadways and road edges
areas. Significant time and effort were spent addressing potholes, patching areas and
repairing and improving berms and curbing to improve drainage along roadways. Repairing
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of drainage Infrastructure is always a priority along with roadside brush cutback and
roadside mowing of grasses.
•The Department continued to maintain the town drainage system. This work involves the
maintenance of 1500 catch basins and leaching pits and drainage piping. The Department
removed approximately 50 tons of material from drainage structures. The material collected
from this process is a regulated waste material by the Department of Environmental
Protection and its disposal must be permitted.
•The Department swept up approximately 100 tons of sand and debris from the roadways
and parking lots in 2020. Similar to the catch basin material the disposal of street
sweepings is also regulated by the Department of Environmental Protection.
During winter operations the Highway Department is responsible for preventing and addressing
icing conditions and the clearing of Snow from roadways and town parking lots including the
Nauset Regional Middle School and the Orleans Elementary School. The Department is also
responsible to clear 7 miles of sidewalk owned by the town and the state.
In 2020 the department responded to 4 recorded winter storm events, 1 of which was a full plowing
event which involved the private Snowplow contractors. Approximately 400 tons of salt was used
thru the winter. We were fortunate to have a relatively mild winter.
Our sincere gratitude goes to all the staff from the Highway Department, Transfer Station, Parks
Department, Water Department, Facilities Department and Harbormaster Department for their
dedication and support in responding to storms throughout the winter.
Parks Department
The Parks department continues to implement the all organic program, no pesticides are used
with maintaining all Town properties. The Parks Department strives every year to ensure the
landscape of all town parcels is kept to highest standards and taking much pride in achieving this.
Thank you to all departments for their continued support.
Tree Department
The Tree Department’s main goal is to protect the Town’s urban forest. The duties are
responsibilities associated with roadside trimming, tree planting and tree maintenance all year
long. The Department continues to focus on a proactive approach to roadside cutback work to
remove and regain control over unwanted vegetation. We identify appropriate plants in the right
locations and encourage them. New trees and shrubs are introduced into areas that are suitable.
Pruning, watering, weeding and monitoring is done to maximize the health of the plant. All the
above departments were called upon to aid in the landscape project to beautify the new DPW
facility with the intention to meet all standards stated above.
Transfer Station
The Transfer station is responsible for the management and disposal of the solid waste generated
by the Town. In 2020 The Transfer station in Orleans participated in a grant offered by the DEP
to reduce the contaminants within a particular item that we currently recycle. We chose
Corrugated Cardboard. Public outreach and education were the main focus with this grant which
included new signage installed at our facility. Solid waste and other materials that were collected
and passed through the transfer station in 2020 are shown in the following table. Quantities from
2019 are included for comparison.
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Vehicles 2020 2019
129,296 131,169
1.Municipal solid waste 1,914 tons 1936 tons
2.Construction and Demolition 514 tons 540 tons
Total Solid Waste 2,338 tons 2,476 tons
Recycled Materials:
1.Metals (scrap, metal cans) 106 tons 162 tons
2.Newspaper (mixed paper) 203 tons 189 tons
3.Glass 108 tons 197 tons
4.Corrugated Cardboard 171 tons 172 tons
5.Plastics 62 tons 64 tons
6.Misc. estimate (recyclable items through gift house) 11 tons 20 tons
7.Brush 72 tons 188 tons
8.Yard Waste (est.) 620 tons 625 tons
Total: 1,353 tons 1,617 tons
Other Materials:
1.Mattresses 804 units 766 units
2.Fluorescent Tubes (est.) 8289 ft. 8,328 ft.
3.TV’s/CRT’s 514 units 843 units
4.White Goods/Appliances 498 units 642 units
5.Street Sweepings 195 tons 213 units
6.Catch Basin Cleanings 84 tons 60 tons
In 2020 the Transfer Station also collected and processed: paint (estimated 490 gallons- total
for latex and oil based), waste oil (500 gallons), used oil filters (1 drum), gasoline (385 Gallons),
and antifreeze (100 gallons).
The Transfer Station generated the following revenue in 2020 not including sticker sales: Gate
collections: $ 91,628, Batteries: $ 894, Metals: $ 3954, Textiles:$ 1410.
In 2020, The Department also continued to operate and maintain the Landfill Methane Gas
Collection System. The system consists of a series of wells and piping connected to a flare
system that burns the methane gas being generated by the rubbish under the landfill cap. A
significant amount of time, effort and funding is required for this task. The Department is
responsible for the maintenance of the landfill cap and the monitoring of the methane gas
produced by the trash under the cap and the monitoring of the groundwater around the
perimeter of the cap. The staff is always available to assist the residents of Orleans with
questions and concerns that they may have.
Respectfully submitted,
Thomas E. Daley
Director of Public Works & Natural Resources
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DREDGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Dredge Advisory Committee (DAC or the Committee) began its activities during 2019. The
Committee focused initially on clarification of its “charge” from the Select Board, education of
committee members regarding dredging issues faced by the Town and engagement of a
consultant for several dredging related studies. DAC representatives also began participating in
the Nauset Estuary Stakeholders Group (NESG- composed of representatives from Eastham and
Orleans) that will coordinate the ongoing work relating to dredging of Nauset Estuary. Finally, the
Committee worked with the Town’s consultant on the completion of studies necessary to pursue
permits for the dredging of Nauset Estuary and five channels in Pleasant Bay. This work prepared
the DAC for its many activities during 2020.
Consultant-led investigations related to “improvement” dredging of Nauset Estuary continued
during 2020. Woods Hole Group (WHG), Town’s consultant, completed the studies necessary to
begin permitting of dredging activities and began drafting the permitting documentation. The DAC
and the NESG (which includes representatives from Eastham) provided comments on WHG’s
findings and agreed on the dredging methods for this project, the location of the dredge channels,
and the location of the dewatering site for dredged material. It is likely that the permitting process
will last at least two years because nine Federal, state and local approvals will be required. At
Town Meeting, Orleans voters approved funding of the permitting work during FY 2021.
During 2020, WHG also completed most of the studies necessary to begin permitting of
“maintenance” dredging in five channels in Pleasant Bay (these channels have been dredged
before). The DAC commented on these studies and worked with WHG to develop
recommendations for hydraulic or mechanical dredging in the various locations as well as
dewatering and disposal arrangements for the dredged material. During 2021, the DAC and WHG
will complete detailed studies of the recommended disposal sites, seek property owner approvals
for deposition of dredged material on their properties (primarily for beach nourishment), and begin
the permitting process. Fewer permits will be needed for the Pleasant Bay dredging project and
the DAC hopes permitting can be completed during 2021. At Town Meeting, voters approved
funding of the disposal site studies during FY 2021.
The Select Board’s charge to the DAC includes completion of a study as to whether the Town
should purchase a dredge in lieu of contracting with Barnstable County or private contractors for
the dredging work. In 2020, the Town engaged WHG to work with the DAC on this study. WHG
and members of the DAC conducted substantial research to evaluate the alternatives, including
analysis of the Barnstable County and Edgartown dredging programs, and WHG produced a draft
report. The DAC is continuing to work with WHG on revisions to the draft and the collection of
additional information and expects the final report will be issued during 2021.
In 2020, voters approved funding of studies relating to improvement dredging of the channel
between Priscilla Landing and the Mill Pond. These studies should be completed during the first
half of 2021. If the studies confirm the need for and feasibility of dredging the channel, the
permitting of this dredging activity will become part of the overall permitting of dredging work in
Nauset Estuary.
Rock Harbor is the only Town waterbody that has been dredged regularly (roughly every ten
years), with joint funding from Eastham and Orleans. The next dredging of Rock Harbor is likely
in 2024 or 2025, with joint funding by the Towns of Orleans and Eastham. During 2020, as part
of the dredge purchase feasibility study, the DAC began considering whether the next round of
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dredging should be done hydraulically or mechanically. It is likely the dredging method will be
determined during 2021 and will include discussions with Eastham representatives.
The DAC is also charged with investigating the possibility of dredging one or more of the Town’s
freshwater ponds. Dredging of sediments is one way to reduce phosphorus concentrations and
the problem of dangerous blue green algae blooms. Given the DAC’s many other activities, the
Committee did not devote substantial time to this topic during 2020. The DAC will address this
topic in detail during 2021. The Town’s Marine and Fresh Water Quality Committee (MFWQC)
has previously looked at dredging as an option to clean a few town ponds and has concluded that
dredging would be more expensive than other remediation alternatives and present other
concerns, but the DAC will take a fresh look at the dredging option and as part of that effort, the
DAC will seek input from the MFWQC’s consultants.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
On behalf of the Orleans Finance Committee, I am pleased to present the Committee's annual
report on its activities during calendar year 2020. The Finance Committee, comprised of nine
members appointed by the Town Moderator, per the Town Charter, is charged with independently
examining and analyzing the financial affairs of the Town, including proposed budgets, Capital
Improvement Plans, and other issues having a financial impact on the Town and its taxpayers,
and to inform the citizens of the Town of its findings and recommendations.
Communication, Collaboration and Transparency
For the past few years, the Committee has invited the “owners” of key components of the Town
budget to Finance Committee meetings for open discussions regarding the cost drivers and
challenges for their Departments or budgets. We continued that program in 2020, shifting from
in-person meetings after mid-March to “virtual” webinar meetings due to COVID-19 pandemic
restrictions. The meetings help us (and our listeners) to better understand Departmental
operations, resource requirements and capital project planning.
January 9 and April 23 - Community Preservation Committee, Chaired by Julia Enroth
March 12 - Cape Tech High School Superintendent Bob Sanborn and Orleans
Representative to the Cape Tech School Committee, Stefan Galazzi
Pre-Town Meeting Updates prior to the June 20, 2020 Annual Town Meeting:
o -May 7 - Fire Chief Geof Deering and Deputy Chief Tim Gula; Police Chief Scott
MacDonald and Lt. Jim Rosato
o -May 21 - Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners (“BOWSC”) Chairman Dick
Hartmann and Vice Chairman Alan McClennen with AECOM and Tighe & Bond
Consultants
o -June 18 - BOWSC Chairman and Vice-Chairman
August 13 - BOWSC Chairman Dick Hartmann, Confirming Consultant Roles and Sewer
Project Management and Cost Tracking Strategies
September 24 - Affordable Housing Committee, Chaired by Nancy Renn
Pre-Town Meeting Updates prior to the October 31, 2020 Special Town Meeting:
o -October 8 - Planning Director George Meservey
o -October 15 - Fire Chief Geof Deering and Deputy Chief Tim Gula
o -October 15 - Dredge Advisory Committee Chairman Charlie Carlson
o -October 22 - Town Administrator John Kelly; Finance Director Cathy Doane
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December 10 - Quarterly Wastewater Project and Planning Update with BOWSC, AECOM
& Tighe & Bond
Finance Committee meetings are open to the public, broadcast live on Channel 18 and available
on the Committee’s website. Minutes of Finance Committee meetings and the Committee’s
Annual and Fiscal Year reports are also available on the website.
The Finance Committee participates actively in the Town’s annual budget assessment process.
Committee liaisons to each Town department also keep track of major initiatives during the year
- beyond budget season. These liaisons also observe key Town Board and committee meetings
throughout the year, such as those of the Planning Board, the BOWSC, the Nauset Regional
School District (“NRSD”) and the Orleans Elementary School (“OES”). In this pandemic year, we
have checked in frequently with our liaison departments and have provided updates on their
activities during our Finance Committee meetings (e.g., curbside service at Snow Library, and
then eventually opening for “browsing” and restarting Saturday sales; the on-line exercise
programs sponsored by the Council on Aging; election-related information from the Town Clerk’s
Office; water bill and tax bill information from the Water Department and the Tax Collector’s
offices, respectively). We will continue to look for more and better ways to communicate with the
citizens of Orleans.
The Committee also discusses financial topics and concerns at Select Board meetings as
warranted throughout the year. At Town Meeting in June and in October, Finance Committee
members presented their views on various Warrant articles, both “pro” & “con" if needed.
This year, two members of the Finance Committee participated in the Select Board’s twice-
monthly “fiscal stability work sessions” that began in early July and will continue through the
development of the FY22 Budget. Individual Finance Committee members contributed dozens of
ideas for revenue enhancement and cost containment to the “work session” process, with a
number of those ideas subsequently adopted or modified to help create a revised FY21 Budget
for presentation at the Special Fall Town Meeting. The Finance Committee also provided input
to the February 20 Public Hearing on the FY21 Budget and to the September 16 Public Hearing
on FY22 Budget Priorities. At the request of Finance Director Cathy Doane, the Finance
Committee also submitted a proposed outline for the FY22 Budget Policy.
The Finance Committee receives a number of monthly reports from the Finance Director’s office.
We continue to work toward the goal of receiving additional financial information to enable to the
Committee to achieve its oversight responsibilities.
Economic Vitality
In the Finance Committee’s “FY20 Annual Report and Letter to the Town”, printed in the June
2020 Town Meeting Warrant, we noted that while the Town is addressing its immediate and near-
term financial challenges, the Town’s Comprehensive Plan, issued in 2006, is overdue for an
update.
A town’s livability and identity is strongly influenced by its economic activities. We need to be
profoundly more proactive in attracting businesses that reflect Orleans’ identity. By doing so, we
strengthen our tax base and thus strengthen our identity at the same time. As part of Orleans’
long-term financial plan, we need to provide for resources to develop economic vitality. Not much
has happened since the Finance Committee’s letter published in the June 2020 Warrant. We
need to spend money to get this going - to identify our long-term priorities, business and job
development opportunities. With a sewered downtown in sight, we need to attract businesses
suitable for Orleans. The Finance Committee would like to encourage the Planning Board to take
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a leadership role in developing plans to promote short- and long-term economic recovery and
vitality in our downtown district.
Other Budget, Capital Improvement Plan and Debt Considerations
Last year, the Finance Committee met with NRSD Building Project and School Committee
representatives and others to learn as much as possible about the Nauset Regional High School
(“NRHS”) Building Project. At the time, the Project Team estimated the total development cost
for the Project to be approximately $95 million, net of the Commonwealth’s contribution, which
amounted to $36 million. The Orleans share of the estimated Project costs is based on student
enrollment and was forecast then at nearly 20% of the total, or about $19 million. When the
pandemic hit in mid-March, everything was put on hold. Subsequently an extension was granted
by the State to delay all town votes until May 2021.
On December 10, the NRSD School Committee voted to hold a special District-wide election in
March 2021 for the NRHS Building Project. They also voted for a fallback plan that will request
funding for a “code upgrade only” strategy from the four District towns. The NRHS Building Project
team is currently gearing up for a renewed communication campaign to inform the voters in the
four District towns regarding the change in plans.
The Town’s debt obligations currently include payments for capital investments such as the Police
Station, the DPW facility, and the on-going wastewater project. Other potential capital
investments include the NRHS Building Project as noted above, plus a new or renovated Fire
Station, a new or renovated Library (timing yet to be determined), improvements to several Town
landings, long-delayed dredging of critical Town waterways, expansion of Council on Aging
facilities, the Nauset Beach retreat plan, and storm drain repairs. None of these are “surprises” -
but they all have potential impact on the Town’s debt, and thus on the tax rate. However, there
is also the potential for grant money to help fund at least a few of these projects (eg, the landings,
the Library, the beach retreat and dredging). It is important to note that Town Administrator John
Kelly now provides a regular update to the Select Board regarding grants pursued and awarded.
Parallel to this summer’s “fiscal stability work sessions” was the development of a new financial
Reserve Policy, approved by the Select Board in late September. This new Policy (similar to that
in many neighboring towns) is intended to help provide financial stability for the Town. This effort
has already paid off with recent reaffirmation of the Town’s AAA credit rating which enabled the
Town to issue $5.95 million in general obligation bonds in mid-November at a net interest cost of
1.62%. Going forward, at the end of a fiscal year (June 30), any “free cash” leftover from unspent
operating expense budgets will be transferred to a general stabilization fund, rather than being
used to off-set property tax increases as typical in prior years. The Finance Committee supports
the continued formalization of financial policies.
Looking ahead to FY22, with the pandemic continuing and local revenues dramatically reduced,
we may face a Proposition 2 1/2 general override at the Annual Town Meeting in May should
operating expenses continue to exceed available revenue.
The Finance Committee remains committed to supporting long-term planning to meet future
challenges and near-term actions to address immediate priorities and improve Town government
services. This includes helping to ensure easier access to financial information that is timely,
relevant and understandable for all Orleans citizens. This commitment will continue to guide the
Committee's activities to meet its Charter-mandated obligations.
Respectfully submitted,
Marilyn M. Bruneau, Chairman
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FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT &
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT
On behalf of the men and women of the Orleans Fire-Rescue Department, I present the 2020
annual report. This past year has been a year like no other, full of success and challenges.
In 2020, we saw the retirement of Chief Anthony Pike after over 30 years of dedicated service to
the Town of Orleans.
With Chief Pike’s retirement, the Select board chose to appoint me to the position of Fire Chief on
February 22, 2020. From there is has been an exciting and challenging time for our department.
I am incredibly proud of the hard work, commitment, and service that our firefighters provide every
day.
The Orleans Fire-Rescue Department has a long history of being an all-hazards emergency
response agency. Everyday, we deliver high quality advanced life support emergency medical
care, efficient firefighting, fire prevention, and other rescue services. The addition of the COVID-
19 pandemic has been another demand on our staff and resources. Our people continue to be on
the front line of this pandemic, it has tested their skills and resilience.
As a department, we have many successes this year. Several promotions have taken place. In
March, Timothy Gula was promoted to Deputy Fire Chief. Deputy Chief Gula brings extensive
grant writing skills, as well as his calm and logical demeanor. In December Kevin Delude was
promoted to the rank of Captain. Additionally, as part of our strategic plan, collective bargaining
agreement and to provide high level service, four new Lieutenants were promoted after a
competitive testing process. The four new Lieutenants are Aaron Burns, Douglas Edmunds, G.
Joseph Lang, and Thomas Pellegrino. Also, in December, Henry Rex was hired as a firefighter.
Since early March, the department has engaged in a comprehensive strategic planning process.
With the help of Ostman Business Strategies, we have worked through an extensive look at every
part of our operation currently and into the future. The final product is a road map for success for
the next five years for our department. Every member of our agency has contributed to the
development of the plan. Through the process we have redefined our mission, vision, and our
core values. Additionally, thirty-five different goals have been delineated in five areas. Using the
strategic plan as our guide, we will continue to improve as an organization and better serve the
needs of our community
Through a series of town meeting votes this year, we have started several critical projects to
improving the working conditions for our members and enhancing service delivery to the
community. In June, funds were approved to temporarily address air quality issues within the
station. Additionally, at fall town meeting, funds for a new pumper were approved, which will
replace a 20-year-old pumper with a safer and more reliable modern apparatus. Also, funds were
approved for a comprehensive feasibility study for the fire station to help determine the future path
of the building to meet the needs of the department to better serve the community. Thank you to
our taxpayers who supported these critical articles.
In closing, I would like to express my gratitude to the members of the Orleans Fire-rescue
Department who tirelessly serve our community, especially during the demands of the COVID-19
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pandemic. It is an honor to work side by side with such a talented and dedicated group. Also,
thank you to the citizens of Orleans who support us every day, we are privileged to serve you.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
The Orleans Emergency Management team seeks to promote a safer community with the ability
to cope with both natural and man-made disasters. It is charged with protecting the Town by
coordinating the necessary activities to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to, and recover from
these emergencies and disasters.
Each year, we continue to work with the Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s Emergency
Management program. This year, we had an intern (Elizabeth Kenney) work on updating
emergency plans. Also, this fall we worked with three students to plan a tabletop exercise for a
simulated hurricane. In the spring of 2021, we hope to run this exercise a s a training drill for town
staff to ensure our plans are effective and address any potential improvements.
The COVID-19 Pandemic has brought challenges to our community. The Emergency
Management team has worked to address these challenges. A few of the areas that have been
addressed include acquiring appropriate personal protective equipment for town departments,
providing collaboration to assist in meal/grocery deliveries, and managing federal and state
reimbursements related to the costs associated with the pandemic.
Through collaboration with Barnstable County Emergency Planning, we participated in multiple
sheltering discussions, as well as conferences calls for storms, COVID-19, and other events.
We continue to work closely with the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)
who has assisted us with personal protective equipment and significant guidance through the
year.
Our mission is to mitigate storm damage, respond to emergency requests, and provide
information on the proper actions to take during emergencies. We would like to remind citizens to
sign up for Code Red emergency notification system, which can be found on the Town of Orleans
website. We encourage our citizens to stay prepared in case of a storm or other emergency.
Respectfully submitted,
George (Geof) Deering, IV
Chief of Fire Department & Emergency Management Director
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Fire-Rescue Department Calls
Calendar year 2020
Most Common types of calls:
Emergency Medical Services:
Transports: 942
Non-Transports: 1007
Fire/Service Calls:
Structure Fire: 2
Appliance Fire: 5
Chimney Fire: 1
Vehicle Fire: 4
Brush/outside Fire: 32
Service Calls: 143
Automatic Alarms:
Local 119
Residential 104
Commercial 86
Medical Alarms 113
Carbon Monoxide 34
Motor Vehicle Crash 57
Gas/Unknown Odor 27
Water/Boat/ Rescue 10
Wires/Poles/transformers 39
Technical rescue 13
Lift Assist 287
Detail 33
Mutual Aid
Given: 85
Received: 107
TOTAL CALLS: 2634
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION COMMITTEE
We are pleased to provide this annual message on behalf of the Orleans Fourth of July
Celebration Committee. Unfortunately, like many 2020 activities, due to the COVID-19 pandemic,
our celebrations were put on hold.
The committee continued to meet (virtually) throughout the spring to plan for a parade in the event
that something changed that would allow us to hold the parade and fireworks, however, when it
became clear that we would be unable to hold any public gatherings, the committee brainstormed
how we might continue to celebrate the 4th of July safely.
While COVID-19 kept us apart, our patriotism, spirit and love of our town of Orleans are greater
than ever, and so our committee suggested a Virtual “Parade in Place”. Locals and visitors were
encouraged to decorate their yards, homes, and businesses and submit the photos on social
media.
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We also had arranged for a flyover of three Skyhawks and a Biplane trailing smoke, crisscrossing
the town trailing a banner wishing everyone a "Happy 4th of July Orleans!". Sadly, our “plan B”
also was sidelined as the weather did not allow the planes to take off out of Chatham airport.
While we were saddened that this could not take place, the idea was well received, and we will
be looking at doing something similar in the future.
We are currently looking ahead to the 2021 Fourth of July activities and are awaiting to hear
guidance from the State as to whether a parade will be virtual or in-person this year. As those
details come to light, we will be updating the town on our website, via the local newspapers and
Chamber of Commerce. Visit: www.orleans4thofjuly.com for more info!
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Allard
HISTORICAL COMMISSION
Orleans has a rich history and heritage that is reflected by our built environment, our historic
buildings. They contribute significantly to the look and feel of our Town that makes Orleans such
a special place.
The year 2020 saw the continued trend of demolitions of historic properties in Orleans. The 1810
Alice Hanvey House on Great Oak Road fell to the bulldozer’s blade and was replaced by a large
short-term rental facility owned by an out of state corporation. The 1860 Willis Snow House on
Tonset Road was also demolished, replaced by a new, large “spec” house. Both historic houses
made significant contributions to their respective streetscapes and are now lost forever. In
addition, demolition permits were sought for two additional historic structures in 2020. One of
these is the 1860 Josiah Cole house on Beach Road, and the other is the 1795 Long House on
West Road. The Long house is one of our few remaining structures that was built before our Town
was incorporated in 1797 and is a great example of how a historic building can be re-purposed
through the years. The house was used as a residence, a tavern, a specialty shop, and an art
gallery throughout its 225-year history. In both of these cases, the Historical Commission applied
the one-year Demolition Delay Bylaw, which will expire in 2021 and each will be subject to
demolition.
The Orleans Historical Commission is charged by the Select Board as well as state law with
preserving our rich historical legacy through public education, advocacy, the application of the
aforementioned Demolition Delay Bylaw, and the development of programs and activities geared
to the preservation of our historic buildings and spaces. While we can hope that the Demolition
Delay Bylaw serves as a deterrent to some who might consider the demolition of a historic
building, the fact is that many developers and property owners are willing to run out the clock. The
fate of the two treasures cited above, the iconic Kenrick House, the Percival Building, and the
“Yellow House” seem to suggest the ineffectiveness of the Commission’s only regulatory tool.
Accordingly, the Historical Commission has deliberated extensively on ways to take the next step
in preserving our heritage. This would involve the establishment of one or more historic districts
to provide additional protections for some of our historic resources. We recognize that we can not
and should not preserve everything, and that buildings should not necessarily be protected solely
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because they are old. However, we believe that our heritage can be preserved by protecting key
areas from inappropriate changes through the establishment of historic districts.
An area that we have targeted is Main Street in East Orleans. This 1.2-mile scenic drive contains
forty-six properties that are listed on the Orleans Historic Properties Survey, forty-one buildings,
two cemeteries, and three historic monuments. This area was historically the institutional, civic,
and ecclesiastical center of our Town and today contains a well-preserved, cohesive collection of
historic residences. The designation of this area as a historic district would be a significant step
in preserving the heritage of Orleans.
The Commission had intended to roll out a program to assess and seek public support for this
effort early in 2020, but those plans were upended by COVID. We recognize that success in this
effort depends entirely on the support of our citizens and are assessing when and how to re-start
this effort. We look forward to 2021 and to working with our citizens in preserving our heritage.
Respectfully submitted,
Ronald C. Petersen, Chair
Orleans Historical Commission
HOUSING AUTHORITY
The Orleans Housing Authority (OHA) owns and manages one hundred one-bedroom rental
apartments (Tonset Woods) for the elderly and persons with disabilities and eleven units of family
housing. We also own four one-bedroom apartments in East Orleans which were purchased in
June 2001 and will remain affordable in perpetuity.
The OHA also administers a state-funded Alternative Housing Rental Voucher Program (AHVP)
which provides rental assistance to people with disabilities and a state-funded Massachusetts
Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) which provides rental assistance to individuals and families.
We also subsidize the rent for two staffed residences for persons with mental and physical
disabilities. The OHA subsidizes the rent for six of eight rooms through a federal HUD Section 8
Moderate Rehabilitation grant at Canal House which is a supportive residence for individuals in
recovery from substance abuse. In addition, we serve as property manager for the Eastham
Housing Authority which owns thirteen affordable rental apartments.
Finally, the Commissioners thank Tim Buhler, Executive Director; Melissa Phillips, Assistant
Director; Robert Plausky, Maintenance Supervisor; and Al Fearnley, Maintenance Assistant for
their hard work throughout a challenging year.
Respectfully submitted,
Barry Alper, Chairman
Timothy Buhler, Executive Director
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HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
This committee reviews applications requesting town funding from nonprofit human service
organizations who serve only Orleans residents or who include Orleans residents as their clients.
There are many agencies that serve different needs of Orleans residents. The committee is
comprised of 5 members who review the applications and verify their direct service to the residents
of Orleans. They present their recommendations to the Selectboard.
If approved by the Selectboard the funding requests are brought to the voters at the annual town
meeting for approval.
In 2020 these agencies received the following amounts:
AIDS Support agencies Group Cape Cod $ 2,000.00
Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver Support Center $10,000.00
Big Brothers / Big Sisters $ 2,000.00
CapeAbilities $ 6,000.00
Cape Cod Children’s Place $ 3,250.00
Consumer Assistance Council $ 650.00
Duffy Health Center $ 1,000.00
Elder Services of Cape Cod $ 2,500.00
Food for Kids $ 4,000.00
Gosnold, Inc. $ 9,000.00
Homeless Prevention Council $ 10,000.00
Independence House $ 10,000.00
Lower Cape Outreach $ 10,000.00
Nauset Together We Can $ 12,000.00
Orleans After School Activities Program $ 20,000.00
Outer Cape Health Services $ 20,000.00
Sight Loss Services $ 1,600.00
South Coast Legal Services $ 2,600.00
Total $126,600.00
These agencies are required to supply information each quarter verifying the number of Orleans
residents in their programs in order to receive funding as the year progresses.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary A. Lyttle, Chair
MARINE AND FRESH WATER QUALITY COMMITTEE
The Committee continued to coordinate water quality monitoring by citizen volunteers, an ongoing
20-year effort. This year’s data was added to the long-term databases for Orleans estuaries and
freshwater ponds and lakes. Special protocols for the Covid-19 virus were established to keep all
volunteers and equipment safe from potential virus spread.
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Estuary sampling occurred in 26 locations: three on Cape Cod Bay, nine in Nauset estuary, and
14 in upper Pleasant Bay. Forty volunteers and 19 boats were recruited, and a total of 568
samples collected on five mornings between July and the beginning of September. Samplers
documented weather conditions and took direct readings measurements of water temperature,
salinity, dissolved oxygen, and water clarity. Water quality samples were sent to the School for
Marine Science and Technology, UMass, Dartmouth (SMAST) for analyses. Nitrogen from septic
systems continues to stress the terminal salt water ponds resulting in unhealthy levels of algae
growth and low dissolved oxygen levels during the summer especially in Arey’s, Lonnie’s,
Meetinghouse, Mill and Paw Wah Ponds, inside Pochet Inlet and a deep portion of Town Cove.
Management Plan implementation for Cedar Pond continues, with automatic water quality
monitoring and reduction of salinity by control of water exchanges with Rock Harbor Creek. As a
result of an enforcement action against Eversource by the Conservation Commission, the low-
power lines spanning the pond were removed in February 2019. Up to 800 cormorants in previous
years, roosted on these wires. This has reduced a major source of nutrient inputs to the pond.
The ongoing sewering (Phase 1) of the downtown, will continue to reduce nitrogen flow to Cedar
Pond, further improving water quality.
As part of the CWMP process, the Committee worked with town consultants to start the regulatory
approval process for implementation of the Management Plan for Uncle Harvey’s Pond. This pond
has water quality impairments, including cyanobacteria which can leave toxins in the water, and
which can also become airborne. Management Plans for Pilgrim and Crystal Lakes prepared by
SMAST have been studied by the committee, which also included a public process.
Recommendations will be submitted to the Select Board in January 2021. Environmental
assessments were completed for Baker Pond, for development of a final Management Plan in
2021.
Volunteer freshwater lake and pond monitoring continued with laboratory support provided by
SMAST. Water quality samples were collected from 14 named freshwater ponds in spring and
late summer. Water quality in most ponds continues to decline; they do not meet state standards
for water clarity and dissolved oxygen during the summer.
Property owners are urged to utilize the guidelines of the Orleans fertilizer bylaw to reduce
nutrient runoff into all of our waters. All those who own properties bordering ponds, lakes and
estuaries are urged to plant and maintain vegetative buffers of native plants at the water’s edge
to capture nutrient runoff.
Committee members also continue to serve on the Conservation Commission and Dredge
Advisory Committee.
We thank the volunteers who collected data on our estuaries and freshwater ponds. Volunteers
are needed each summer to carry out this monitoring. Training is provided for those willing to
walk along a beach or take samples from a boat, kayak or canoe. Owning a boat is not necessary.
If interested, please leave your contact information with the Planning Department at Town Hall.
(508-240-3700 x 2435)
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Scanlon, Chair
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MEMORIAL AND VETERANS DAY COMMITTEE
In 2015, the Memorial and Veterans Day committee was established to work with the American
Legion Post 308 and Brewster VFW (several Orleans residents are members in both
organizations) to ensure proper recognition of these important holidays.
In conjunction with the retired veterans of these organizations, the committee works with local
school bands and organizations including the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America and the local
Sea Scout detachment. The general charge of the Committee is to plan, organize and oversee
ceremonies and events honoring our veterans on these holidays. The committee works closely
with the Orleans Police and Fire Departments as well as the Orleans Department of Public Works
to ensure proper resources are in place for a safe celebration. In the fall of 2018, the Board of
Selectmen unanimously voted to include within the charge of the committee the ability to seek
funding to enhance the Memorial Park, located at the intersection of Main St. and Rte 28. The
need to do so arose from the request by residents to recognize the sacrifices of present-day
Veterans, who have served during the Cold War, Gulf war, as well as Afghanistan and Iraq wars.
A Computer Aided Design was provided to the Board of Selectman in March of 2020, which
proposed a conceptual idea of an upgraded park including a pathway that would serpentine
throughout the center of the park and allow wheelchair access. The updated park would retain
much of the established trees and plantings. This plan was unanimously voted in favor and the
committee continued its work through the COVID 19 challenge for meetings. At the Fall town
meeting, the townspeople unanimously voted to rename the park “Veterans Memorial Park at
Academy Place”. Through assistance of the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) funding
was sought and granted to improve this Park. A non-profit 501 C3 (Friends of Veterans Memorial
Park) was established in the summer of 2020 to continue seeking funds to improve and enhance
the Park). The Committee will continue to seek funding through grants that are available to
preserve the existing memorials and to enhance and beautify the Park.
Presently, the Committee is understaffed and welcomes any interested persons to attend a
scheduled meeting and possibly join.
Respectfully submitted,
Kevin Higgins, Chairman
NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Beaches: In 2020, the Town was awarded a coastal resiliency grant to fund the design and
permitting of the future Nauset Beach parking lot at 223 Beach Road. Additionally, Hubler Road
design and permitting was finalized to provide long term access to Nauset Beach. Due to COVID-
19, capacity at both Nauset and Skaket beaches was reduced to provide proper social distancing
on the beaches during the summer season, significantly increasing the number of days the
beaches were full. in Nauset Beach Parking was full 32 days and Skaket Beach Parking Lot was
full 48 days. The Monday Night Concert Series at Nauset Beach and the five concerts sponsored
by a local bank were cancelled this season due to COVID-19 concerns. Due to the reduction in
capacity, there was an increase in the number of days the beaches were full compared to previous
years.
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The number of Over Sand Vehicle stickers sold in 2020:
Orleans Resident Stickers 2328
Chatham Resident Stickers 546
Non-Resident Over Sand Stickers 1483
Non-Resident Self Contained Stickers 121
Orleans Camp Owner/Licensees Stickers 37
TOTAL 4515
The following is a breakdown of Beach revenue for FY2020:
Nauset Daily Tickets $ 581,220.00
Skaket Daily Tickets $ 178,440.00
Visitor Stickers $ 123,798.71
Over Sand Vehicle Permits $ 314,003.40
Nauset Concession $ 55,224.81
Skaket Concession $ 15,000.00
FINS Retail $ 41,913.54
TOTAL $1,309,600.46
Monitoring and protection of endangered, threatened and species of special concern, continued
as required by the Order of Conditions to operate Nauset Beach from our local Conservation
Commission and the State Department of Environmental Protection. Species protected under
these orders includes Piping Plovers, Least Terns, Common Terns, Roseate Terns, American
Oyster Catchers, Skimmers and Diamond Back Terrapins.
The Town of Orleans Statewide HCP was implemented on July 18, 2020 and concluded July 26,
2020. Two takes were requested and approved for two broods located in the Pochet Wash area.
The following is data compiled for 2020:
Piping Plovers 42 Pairs
Least Terns 150 Pairs
Roseate Terns 0 Pairs
American Oyster Catcher 1 Pair
Black Skimmers 0 Pairs
Diamond Back Terrapins 6 Nests
The following are Parking Lot, Beach Ranger and Lifeguard Activities for the 2020 season.
Activity Nauset Skaket
EMS First Aids 61 0
Lifeguard First Aids 136 68
Assists/Rescues 17 / 4 6 / 1
Lost Children/Persons 3 0
No Swimming Allowed 23 1
Restricted Swimming 25 3
No Swimming (White Sharks) 14 0
Rescue Squad Response 3 2
Fire Responses 0 0
Police Response 3 1
Citations 26 0
I wish to express as always, my gratitude to Natural Resources Officers Richard Hilmer and
Brandon Burke, Beach Safety Director Anthony Pike, Head Lifeguard Sarah Newcomb-Baker,
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and Assistant Head Lifeguards Thomas Miskiv and Greg Johnson, all for their hard work and
overall commendable performance in their respective positions.
The Shellfish & Harbormaster Department is responsible for the oversight of virtually all activities
around the town’s shoreline and waterways. The Department consists of three full time employees
and two seasonal patrol boat operators. Our work includes such activities as: issuance of mooring
permits, maintaining mooring waiting lists, issuance of Rock Harbor dockage agreements,
issuance of commercial shellfish licenses, natural resource management and planning, private
aquaculture management, maintenance of town landings, dock and pier repair and construction,
shellfish propagation, setting and hauling of aids to navigation, vessel pump-out service, marine
animal rescue, herring run maintenance and restoration, marine rescue, emergency towing and
enforcement of all federal, state, and local laws, bylaws and regulations governing boating and
shell- fishing.
Specific projects for the year were as follows:
Shellfish Propagation Program. During 2020, our Department planted 700,000 quahogs and
30,000 oysters in the Nauset and Pleasant Bay estuaries.
I would like to express my sincerest thanks to those residents and town employees who so greatly
assisted us during 2020. Specifically, I would like to thank Department of Public Works Director
Tom Daley, Department of Public Works Operations Manager Ron Trudeau, Fire Chief Geof
Deering, Deputy Fire Chief Tim Gula, Police Chief Scott MacDonald, Deputy Police Chief Sean
Diamond, Lieutenant Jim Rosato, Water Superintendent Todd Bunzick, Conservation Agent John
Jannell, DPW Facilities Manager Ron Collins and their staff for their constant help and support in
our effort to keep the shoreline and waterways of Orleans safe and sound. I would also like to
thank the members of the Shellfish and Waterways Advisory Committee for their dedicated efforts
at preserving the marine resources of the town. I wish to express as always, my gratitude to my
assistants, Gardner Jamieson and Greg Normandy, for their hard work and overall commendable
performance in their respective positions.
2020 SHELLFISH CATCH REPORT
Shellfish Permits Issued
Resident Family Permits: 889
Non-Resident Family Permits: 358
Commercial Permits: 166
Recreational Catch (pounds)
Quahogs 225,108
Soft-shell clams 20,202
Mussels
Bay Scallops
Razor clams
7,407
24,050
770
Commercial Catch (pounds)
Quahogs 453,233
Soft-shell clams 10,801
Mussels 11,775
Bay scallops 85,212
Razor clams 53,755
Respectfully submitted,
Nathan Sears, Natural Resources Manager
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NAUSET PUBLIC SCHOOLS
(2020-2021)
The 2019-2020 school year began with a strong start, thanks to the support of the Orleans School
Committee, the community, the educators and staff, and the families and students. As the school
year progressed and the pandemic occurred, there was a renewed focus on technology and
remote learning. Staff participated in Professional Development opportunities in a wide variety of
areas including pandemic protection across all schools. Orleans Elementary School has
continued to enhance learning and social emotional support for students throughout this very
difficult year.
As demands shifted to families, the OES faculty and staff worked collaboratively with families to
ensure the best emergency remote learning practices. Families were provided with the necessary
communication, support, technology devices, guidance documents, learning materials, creative
resources, and grab and go meals. Parents partnered with teachers, service providers, and the
principal to adapt or modify expectations to fit the student’s or family’s needs.
Orleans Elementary School is back on track for in person learning, as well as remote learning for
any family that chooses that option for their child. In the upcoming academic year, the OES
School Council will develop a new School Improvement Plan to reflect the mission, vision and
values of the Nauset Strategic Plan and the Nauset Technology Plan.
Planning forward, Orleans Elementary School’s goals and priorities will be inspired by a changing
education landscape. OES is dedicated to teaching and practicing 21st century skills, developing
students’ cognitive, interpersonal, and intrapersonal competencies fundamental to global
citizenship, and supporting all students’ social emotional learning.
Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, The Nauset District Reopening Task Force worked tirelessly
over the summer to develop a safe reopening plan for all Nauset schools. The virus presented
the entire district with challenges ranging from staff and student safety to PPE, to remote and in-
person learning schedules. Education has changed more in the past 9 months than it has in the
past 100 years. Exceptional leadership has been demonstrated by all staff including our Nurses
who have been and continue to be on the front lines of managing education issues surrounding
the pandemic. Nauset Regional High School and Middle School staff worked to develop individual
learning schedules for all students based on need and learning choices. With remote, hybrid, and
in person learning options every effort was made to encourage safe and effective learning
throughout all grade levels. Nauset Elementary Schools opened on September 16, 2020 for in
person learning while Nauset Middle School started with a hybrid model. Nauset Regional High
School required ventilation system work prior to any in person learning, which was accomplished
as quickly as possible, and delayed opening of school until October 15, 2020.
Two years of planning, meetings and dialogue have culminated in a progressive and exciting new
five year Strategic Plan for the Nauset Public Schools. This plan will now guide the District as we
endeavor to build and improve upon the excellent programs that have been the hallmark of Nauset
Schools. With the events of the past year, this document is timely and on point as we address the
changing landscape of learning in this country. We are living in a hyper-connected, global society
that few could have envisioned a short time ago and one that is continuing to change at a
breathtaking pace. Our strength and future opportunities only come when we recognize the
critical need to learn and evolve, both as individuals and as institutions.
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Nauset Regional High School has restarted its quest for a building renovation project, with
Building Committee meetings starting up again on a virtual platform. The COVID 19 Pandemic
confirmed the need for an upgrade to the facility with issues on ventilation and space being
identified. MSBA granted an extension through the Spring of 2021 which will be the final extension
considered for this project. A vote will take place in the four towns sometime in early spring.
Please visit the Nauset Building Project website to be updated on the latest news at
www.nausetbuildingproject.com.
Partnerships with a variety of town departments, as well as local businesses, continues to be the
cornerstone of the Nauset community. We thank our volunteers, PTA groups, local businesses,
and communities for their continued support of our schools. Without their assistance, our students
would not have such rich opportunities and the learning experiences that they enjoy. Our
partnerships are strong and our beliefs the same, “if not education, then what for our students.”
In my sixth year as your Superintendent, I am continually thankful for the supportive School
Committee Members with whom I work, the dedicated Staff, and my Administrative Team that is
second to none! During this unprecedented time, Administrators, Teachers, Nurses, Support Staff,
Cafeteria Staff, Custodial Staff Bus Drivers and Parents have gone above and beyond to educate
the children in our District through collaboration and dedication. I am also thankful for the
supportive communities of the Nauset Region and their belief in the importance of education. I
will continue to focus on deeper learning for all students, as we prepare our children to live in a
technical and global world. I am honored and privileged to be the Superintendent of the Nauset
Public Schools. My door is always open and I look forward to hearing your thoughts and ideas.
Thomas M. Conrad
Superintendent, Nauset Public Schools
OLD KING'S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT
The Orleans Old Kings Highway Historic District Commission held eight (8) hearings this year
(reduced due to COVID-19).
The chairman participated in five (5) appeal hearings involving the five other towns in the historic
region. There were no appeals filed in Orleans.
Respectfully submitted,
Ronald M. Mgrdichian, chairman
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OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
The Open Space Committee (OSC) is charged with the primary mission of identifying and then
seeking to acquire or otherwise protect Open Space in the Town of Orleans. In early 2020 the
Committee focused on gaining approval for the purchase of 12 Peck’s Way on Arey’s Pond,
continuing an effort that began with the submission of a Community Preservation Committee
(CPC) application in November 2019.
The application was reviewed and approved by the CPC, and then the Select Board, in Spring of
2020. As Article 12 on the Warrant, it was presented to Town Meeting on June 20, 2020. Because
of the pandemic, more than 400 town residents assembled on the Middle School soccer field
under a sweltering sun. Since the Article required bonding, a two-thirds vote was required for
passage. Article 12 passed by a vote of 297 to 97, an affirmative vote by 75% of meeting
attendees.
With the assistance of the Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts, the OSC submitted an
application on July 10 for a LAND grant for 12 Peck’s Way, to the State Office of Energy and
Environmental Affairs. The application was one of 19 submitted; 11 received grant awards. Very
surprisingly, the OSC project did not receive an award. Undaunted, the Town proceeded to
schedule a closing on 12 Peck’s Way. This important conservation property was in Town
ownership as of December 30, 2020.
In the Fall, the Committee began with efforts to improve knowledge about, and access to, the
Town’s plentiful inventory of Town open spaces. We have collaborated in that context with the
Orleans Conservation Trust and the Recreation Advisory Committee. We are optimistic that
improvements will be realized in 2021 in terms of public communications (e.g., a revised and
expanded “Orleans Walking Trails”) and perhaps new Town “wayfinding” tools for various Town
recreational opportunities.
In early November, the OSC was asked by the Orleans Conservation Trust (OCT) and the
Conservation Commission to lead in the submission of a CPC application for an Open Space
purchase of Lot 2, 66 Portanimicut Road. Working in full collaboration with the OCT, OSC and
OCT submitted an application for this “Greenbelt Gateway” to the CPC on November 20, 2020.
This keystone parcel will dramatically improve public access to the Town owned Christian
Conservation Area, and link with abutting OCT conservation land. We are hopeful of CPC
approval in Feb-Mar, and subsequent voter approval at Town Meeting in May, 2021.
Finally, the Committee has produced a spreadsheet timeline of all Open Space/Land Bank
acquisitions from to 1987 to 2020, with assistance from numerous Town officials and volunteers.
We anticipate posting this report to the OSC website in Spring 2021.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert Cunningham, Chair, Open Space Committee.
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ORLEANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Orleans Elementary School has continued to maintain and build upon a proud heritage of
excellence and strong academic achievement within a community based, culturally rich learning
environment. Accomplishments during the past year have remained centered on improvement,
alignment, and expansion of quality curriculum programs and effective instruction of the whole
child in a safe and healthy learning environment. An outline of the years accomplishments are as
noted below.
Student Performance – 2020 MCAS Testing
• No MCAS Testing in Spring due to COVID-19.
Student Enrollment (Fall/Winter 2020)
• Student enrollment fluctuated during the year. Orleans Elementary School welcomed 197
students back to school in the fall of 2019 which included 18 new students to OES! We
finished the school year with a population of 213. We registered 17 Kindergarten students
for the fall of 2020.
Staffing (2020)
• In the fall of 2019 we were fortunate to have the opportunity to rehire our part-time Spanish
Teacher, Senorita Emily Edwards. She had previously taught Spanish at OES, left due to
relocation and then returned back to Orleans.
• Nancy Waldron, Grade One Teacher, and Judy Suchecki, Kindergarten Teacher, both
retired at the end of the 2020 school year.
• Lianna Wissmann, Educational Assistant, resigned summer 2020.
• Dr. Tracy Waters resigned in fall of 2020.
• Hired for the academic year 2020-2021: First Grade Teacher, Stoneleigh Caswell, Second
Grade Teachers, Keren Castro and Suzanne Parisse. Anne Moronta increased from 80%
to 100% to teach Grade 3.
Educational Programming
• Continued to integrate Social Pragmatics instruction to all classrooms Kindergarten
through Grade 3 to support emotional regulation for all students. The Social Thinking
Program explicitly teaches what many people are expected to learn implicitly. Social
Thinking is used to teach strategies to support students to enhance their understanding of
the social experience.
• Provided extended learning experiences to all students including Art, Library, Computer,
Music, STEM, Spanish, and two weekly sessions of Physical Education.
• Furthered technology integration in all grades under the guidance and direction of our
Technology Integration Specialist, Nina Keating. Students and staff strengthened coding
skills, physical computing, and became adept in using Book Creator to demonstrate
understanding and content knowledge.
• Increased integrated learning experiences. First Grade Teachers, our Art Teacher, Caitlin
Dailey, and our Technology Integration Specialist, Mrs. Keating, initiated a highly engaging
interdisciplinary unit on bats this year. After learning a lot about bats through literacy, First
Graders extended their understanding through the Arts and Technology. Students created
their own species of bats with Mrs. Dailey and then animated their individual bats using
the Scratch Jr. App with Mrs. Keating. Students made their own bat houses and add their
voices to their animations!
• Intensified grade level small group reading instruction/intervention to all grades.
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•Advanced reading program with assessments using the iReady Program. This is an on-
line, adaptive diagnostic for reading which identifies student needs down to the sub-skill
level. It is a tool used in combination with other assessments and teacher observations to
identify students’ reading levels, accuracy, fluency, and comprehension. Teachers used
this information for instructional and intervention planning.
•Enhanced and strengthened our school-wide literacy initiative. Martha Jenkins, our
Literacy Specialist, organized school-wide activities to nurture a love of reading in all
children and support families to realize the importance of taking time to read for pleasure
every day. She launched a school celebration for “Dot Day” which was dedicated to
providing each child with the chance to “Make their Mark” creatively and uniquely. Students
were asked to create the start of their own story on their dots, which were then displayed
around the school. The whole school participated in numerous “Flashlight Fridays”
throughout the school year. Mrs. Jenkins held monthly “Storytime” events for Kindergarten
students after school. Mrs. Jenkins and our school Librarian, Kara Yuen, also conducted
many afterschool book clubs.
•To further the commitment to enhancing reading in our students, Mrs. Jenkins led a team
of teachers to put on our annual Literacy Night on November 7th. It was a fun-filled evening
that kicked off our “One School, One Book” event. Students got the chance to meet a
special character from our book selection, Brambleheart. Families became familiar with
the book through a variety of activities. A woodland animal presentation from Audubon
was offered for younger students, children in Grades 2 through 3 got the chance to try their
hand at weaving and making sundials, and the older students played a game of challenge
and decision making and created a mysterious character on the cover of the book using a
green screen.
•Conducted classroom lessons to foster positive social skills using Second Step Curriculum
and lessons facilitated by classroom teachers. Our Librarian, Mrs. Yuen, conducted
Calmer Choice lessons during weekly library sessions.
•Continued Second Step Bully Prevention lessons in each classroom and conducted
lessons from the Child Protective Unit.
•Implemented Trauma Informed Practices and PBIS-Positive Behavior Intervention
Systems. Engaged in ongoing incentive program to promote expected behaviors.
•Conducted community awareness projects which empowered students to make positive
contributions to society. First Grade collected items for donations to the U.S. Troops. Third
Grade engaged in a “Read-A-Thon” to benefit The Animal Rescue League of Brewster.
Kindergarten and Fourth Grade also gave much needed items to them as well. Grades
One, Two, and Five provided goods to the Lower Cape Food Pantry and Grade Three
students contributed hats, socks, and gloves to the Homeless Prevention Council. Our
Chorus performed a festive and uplifting holiday concert at The Terraces, Continuing Care
Community.
Community Partnerships
•OES PTC hosted the “Great Pumpkin Quest” on October 25th. The event was extremely
well attended and enjoyed by everyone. PTC hosted another sensational dance for our
students on Friday, February 7th! Our favorite D.J. “Ooch” led the event with music, dancing,
and games for a fun filled event!
•In partnership with the school, the PTC sponsored “The Geography Game Show” hosted
by Neal Nichols. Students in Grades 3, 4 & 5 were amazed and impressed with Neal’s
remarkable talent in drawing geographical maps entirely from memory. The fast paced and
highly entertaining presentation enriched student knowledge of geography and taught them
steps in memorizing facts.
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• Our PTC offered high interest afterschool enrichments such as Arts and Crafts, Basketball,
Bilingual eBooks, Learn to Sew, Engineering Design, Lego Club, and Picture Book Art.
Over sixty children enrolled in extended day activities. Parent volunteer, Craig Boyce,
supported before school rec basketball, and provided a weekly Chess Club for interested
Fourth and Fifth Grade students.
• Orleans Recreation has added programs for students as well. Students are participating
in basketball before and after school and indoor soccer one day after school.
• Unique to this year, our Open House began with an information session for families. An
entertaining video, created by our Technology Integration Specialist, Mrs. Keating,
highlighted our Specialist Teachers and gave families a glimpse of the outstanding,
engaging programs children experience each week. Presentations were given by our
School Psychologist, Bethany Ambrose, School Adjustment Counselor, Sheila Lacey,
School Nurse, Mary Ellen Reed, Literacy Specialist, Martha Jenkins and School Resource
Officer, Neill Bohlin, from the Orleans Police Department. This alternative format provided
us the opportunity to familiarize families with the many programs in place throughout the
school which support students’ academic and social growth, their health, happiness, and
welfare. Parents were encouraged to make use of the expertise readily available in our
building, and teachers were recognized as partners for the year. Following the information
session, teachers welcomed parents to their classroom to share grade level expectations
and learning goals for the year. Staff provided welcoming and educational presentations
and offered strong collaborative partnerships with families.
• Taylor Bray Farm welcomed our First Graders for a visit. Students learned about the life
cycle of a pumpkin, enjoyed a hayride, and visited farm animals.
• Wellfleet Bay Audubon partnered with our STEM Teacher, Dr. Waters, and the entire school
community again in a Head Start Stewardship Program for two Northern Diamondback
Terrapins. Instructors visited Fourth Grade classrooms to teach students about terrapins
and welcomed our students to the Sanctuary as well!
• The Ranger Outreach Program from the National Seashore visited our Third Grade
classrooms regularly throughout the school year to guide them through exploratory learning
about salt marshes.
• Provincetown Artist Association and Museum coordinated with our Art Teacher, Mrs.
Dailey, and arranged to have our Fifth Grade students visit the Museum.
• Our Music Teacher, Chuck Hollander-Essig, secured a grant from the Big Yellow Bus to
cover transportation expenses for Fourth and Fifth Grade to travel to Barnstable High
School to attend the Cape Cod Symphony’s performance of Peter and the Wolf.
• Friends of Pleasant Bay awarded a grant to Grade Three to sustain the year-long study of
Pleasant Bay.
• St. Peter’s Lutheran Church of Cape Cod worked with our School Nurse, MS. Reed to offer
many resources and supports to our families to enhance to their holiday season.
• Calmer Choice supported the school librarian to conduct lessons in Mindfulness for Grades
One through Five which was funded by the Federated Church of Orleans.
• Massachusetts Department of Education awarded OES a grant to support a yearlong
partnership with Kaleidoscope Collective designed to create deeper learning experiences
in school for students. Our educators, families and community members participated in our
interactive Kaleidoscope Community Engagement Event. We worked together to discuss
and prioritize the skills our graduates need in order to be successful in the 21st century.
• OES hosted its annual Bingo for Books event on January 30th. Grade Five Teacher, Allan
Peterson, and Music Teacher, Mr. Hollander-Essig, hosted the event, offering families a
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few jokes for additional entertainment. Over 80 friends participated in multiple rounds of
Bingo. The event is organized by the Intervention Specialists and the Librarian and is
supported by the teaching staff. Every child is a winner and leaves the event with a gently
used book of their choice. The books are generous donations given by members of the
community.
•Support provided by local clubs such as: Kiwanis Club of Lower Cape Cod, Lower Cape
Outreach, Masonic Angel Fund, Cape Cod Hospital Auxiliary, Nauset Rotary Club, Nauset
Garden Club, Orleans Elks Club.
•Volunteers from, and donations made to the school by many businesses, such as The
Farm, Exxon Mobil, and numerous local businesses, community members and families.
•Collaborative community learning experiences built with neighborhood agencies such as:
Snow Library, Orleans Recreation Department, Orleans Historical Society, Friends of
Pleasant Bay, Orleans Pond Coalition, and Orleans Fire and Police Department.
Technology – Successive Improvements and Updates
•Utilized and enhanced assistive technology programs.
•Provided student lessons on “Digital Literacy and Citizenship.” Educated parents by
promoting “The Common Sense Media” site which provides information about children's
safety issues concerning use of the Internet, Cell Phones and Social Media websites.
•Continued to increase class iPad sets with the purchase of 30 more iPads, keyboards, and
cases. Purchased 4 colored printers and added laptop computers.
•Promoted and extended computer fluency in all grades. Our newly hired Technology
Integration Specialist, Mrs. Keating, worked collaboratively with teachers to infuse
technology, physical computing, computer science, and project-based learning into core
content areas. These projects directly support the integration of science, technology,
engineering, and art into the curriculum in a fun and creative way while also providing
hands-on learning opportunities that support active learning.
•Offered students the first ever “Coding Carnival.” Our Computer Teacher, Dawn Steber,
and STEM Teacher, Dr. Waters, guided students through engaging and exciting coding
activities during Nauset’s coding event held on January 18th.
•Supported students to become proficient in using multiple apps independently such as See
Saw, Scratch Jr, and Book Creator to demonstrate through presentations, their knowledge
and understanding of content taught.
•Advanced student proficiency in skills critical for remote learning.
•Advanced student and staff knowledge and effective use of Google Classroom and all
Google tools.
Curriculum Development
•Full implementation of MA Common Core and State Learning Standards across all subject
areas including the Next Generation Science Standards.
•Progressed with ELA Wonders Curriculum and Eureka Math.
•Continued utilizing Writing Portfolios to include benchmarks and scoring guidelines.
•Continued to implement district-wide phonics instruction, ECRI (Enhanced Core Reading
Instruction) for First Grade to support reading instruction and intervention.
•Integration of technology continually expanding across all grade levels and subject areas.
•Grade level teaMS, administration and Intervention Specialists collaborated to analyze
student assessment data and plan six week interventions. Progress was monitored and
interventions were adjusted to support student performance.
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• Integrated subject area field trips, learning labs, community learning partnerships (Friends
of Pleasant Bay, Cape Cod Five, Orleans Pond Coalition, Audubon, and Cape Cod National
Seashore.)
• After school programming included offerings such as Arts and Crafts, Basketball, Bilingual
eBooks, Learn to Sew, Engineering Design, Lego Club, and Picture Book Art and Chess
Club.
Safety and Security
• District Security trained staff on ALICE practices.
• Routine fire drill and lock down practices.
Upheld and Encouraged Health and Wellness Initiative
• Continued the daily Breakfast Program
• Monthly “Walking Wednesday” initiative
• International Walk to School Day,
• School Learning Garden
• Second Steps social skills program
• Anti-bullying class lessons
• Calmer Choice self-regulation program
• Adherence to the “Wellness Food Policy”
• Included routine movement breaks throughout the day in classrooms and outside
Building/Maintenance Updates/Repairs
• New Phone System
• Window Trim replacement
• Cape-Wide Compact Bulb replacement in entire school for energy efficiency
• Enhancements to our Boiler System.
GOALS–2020-2021:
• Meet individual student needs through increased use of data-based decision making and
tiered instruction to target the varied needs of all students to ensure high and rigorous
expectations for student achievement. Focus on developing extended learning
opportunities for students above grade level.
• Enhance opportunities for all students to learn character development and positive social
skills through classroom lessons led by teachers, School Psychologist, School Adjustment
Counselor, and Calmer Choice which are promoted and reinforced by the entire school
community. Focus on: implementing Positive Behavior Intervention System, teaching
schoolwide social emotional learning through literacy, enhancing the use of the updated
Second Step Kits in classrooms, and furthering community service projects with students.
• Provide ongoing learning experiences for students which integrate diverse and varied
modalities accessible through the arts and offer students a platform to demonstrate
understanding and mastery of core curriculum.
• Expand environmental stewardship and STEM education through community
partnerships, project based and experiential learning, cross-curricular lessons, and
collaborations.
• Advance integration of technology into instruction to expand students’ fluency to operate
technology to demonstrate learning. Advance skills in coding and physical computing.
• Sustain and promote health and wellness initiatives that educate and encourage
comprehensive healthy choices for students and families at school and home.
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•Strengthen parent and family engagement to maximize opportunities to promote academic
success.
PRIORITIES 2020-2021
•Preserve programs and pledge services for students by funding the necessary level of
staffing to ensure all individual student needs are met so that maximum academic and
social growth occurs.
•Enhance a school environment which actively and innovatively advances students' social,
mental, emotional, and physical health to ensure optimal learning conditions by responding
to the effects of school closure and COVID-19 related issues.
•Foster and strengthen pro-social skills and integrate social-emotional learning and trauma
informed practices into classrooms, and Positive Behavior incentives to increase whole-
school success by promoting self-regulation, safety, and resilience.
•Develop and integrate equitable deeper learning opportunities for students which place all
students at the center of their own learning and teach them to seek answers and
understanding. Through deeper learning students will engage with collaborative student-
centered experiences which are based on the standards and are connected to authentic,
real world encounters to teach and strengthen 21st Century skills. As a result, all students
will achieve academic growth and overall school success.
•Enhance a school culture which promotes awareness of one's' own worldview and
develops value and respect for others’ perspectives. Collaboratively hold all students
accountable to demonstrate personal, civic, social, local, and global responsibility through
ethical and empathetic behaviors.
•Continue to commit time and resources for staff collaboration and professional
development which endorses literacy in every subject area, promotes interactive social
learning, fosters and triggers inquiry and inquisition, builds skills in accessing information
from multiple media sources and expands global awareness.
•Sustain support of the Technology Plan to ensure all students are provided with equal
access to technology and proficiency in Massachusetts Digital Literacy and Computer
Science Standards.
•Uphold commitment to support the Building and Maintenance Plan.
Respectfully submitted,
Elaine Pender-Bokanovich, Principal
PERSONNEL ADVISORY BOARD
The Personnel Advisory Board is responsible for holding a public hearing on any amendments
that will come before voters at Town Meeting, including changes to the classification and
compensation plans of employees covered under the Personnel Bylaw. It serves primarily in an
advisory role to the Town Administrator in accordance with the policies and procedures contained
under the Town's Personnel Bylaw (Code of the Town of Orleans, Chapter 40) which covers a
limited number of non-union full-time, part-time and all seasonal employee positions. Tom
Genereux and Gail Meyers Lavin welcomed Lorraine Normann as the PAB’s third member.
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Due to the pandemic, the PAB convened a Public Hearing remotely via Zoom on June 1, 2020 to
discuss amending General Bylaw Chapter 40 and funding the non-union Employee Cola. In
addition to the 2% cost of living increase, the amendment recommended two new part-time
positions in plan B – an Affordable Housing Coordinator, to assist with the Town’s efforts to seek
out affordable housing opportunities, and a Video Technician, to provide more video support for
the Town’s increased usage and need.
The amendments were presented to voters as Article 41 at the June 20, 2020 Annual Town
Meeting, and the Article was approved unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Personnel Advisory Board
PLANNING BOARD
In 2020, the Planning Board endorsed two Approval Not Required Plans.
One public hearing was held for the trimming or removal of trees; the request was approved.
The Board began a through review of the 2006 Comprehensive Plan in anticipation of updating
the plan in the future. With nearly 80% of plan actions completed, the 15 year old guidance
document should be revised to reflect the goals and priorities of current residents. 2020 US
Census data will be used.
Late in 2020, the Board held public discussions on the local economy. With the pandemic causing
losses in many businesses (and decreasing local Town revenues), the Board determined that the
time has come for the Town to be more active in shaping and encouraging future business
development. It is expected that funds will be sought in 2021 to develop an overall development
strategy for Route 6A and other business districts.
Planning Board members also represented the Board by serving on other
boards/committees: Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners, Zoning Bylaw Task Force and
Community Preservation Committee.
Respectfully submitted,
Charles Bechtold, Chairman
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT
The Planning Department works with residents, boards and committees to develop and
implement short and long-term development plans of the community.
Notable activities in 2020 include the following:
•Initiated efforts with the Planning Board to develop an economic development strategy for
the town.
•Supported the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board in its work on projects at 19 West
Road, 107 Main Street, and other single-unit projects.
•Administered contracts for a successful 2nd year of the Lonnie’s Pond oyster
demonstration project.
•Successful applied for a MA Safe Streets grant to construct a sidewalk on Old Colony
Way.
•Supported the Orleans Cultural District Committee in obtaining a grant from the Mass.
Cultural Council.
•Prepared a successful application for Orleans to become a MA Housing Choice
community.
•Prepared 6 zoning amendments which were approved at the October 31, 2020 Town
Meeting.
•Obtaining a grant from the Cape Cod Commission to install 11 bike racks at various
locations.
•Served on the Pleasant Bay Alliance watershed group to ensure compliance with the
MADEP Watershed Permit.
Respectfully Submitted,
George Meservey
Director of Planning & Community Development
PLEASANT BAY ALLIANCE
The Pleasant Bay Alliance is an organization of the Towns of Orleans, Chatham, Brewster and
Harwich. Formed through an inter-municipal agreement, the Alliance is charged with
implementing the Pleasant Bay Resource Management Plan. The Plan encompasses the
Pleasant Bay Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) and Pleasant Bay watershed. The
Alliance develops and distributes public policy recommendations, technical studies and public
informational materials, all available on the Alliance website, www.pleasantbay.org. Highlights
from 2020 are described below.
The Alliance coordinated Watershed Permit implementation activities under a $250,000 grant
from the Southeast New England Estuaries Program (SNEP), a program funded by US EPA.
Grant-funded activities included completion of a study of Innovative/Alternative septic systems; a
monitoring report for the Lonnie’s Pond shellfish aquaculture demonstration project; a nitrogen
trading demonstration project and; an update of the Massachusetts Estuaries Project model. Work
on these tasks will conclude in 2021. The Alliance obtained a second SNEP grant in the amount
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of $132,178 to conduct analysis using the updated MEP model, and to study the potential for
towns to obtain credit toward TMDL compliance for nitrogen removal resulting from stormwater
management.
In accordance with an inter-municipal agreement among the four towns, the Alliance submitted
the second Pleasant Bay Watershed Permit Annual Report to Massachusetts Department of
Environmental Protection and the Cape Cod Commission. The annual report tracks progress on
implementation activities under the Pleasant Bay Watershed Permit.
The Alliance completed the 21st season of the Pleasant Bay Water Quality Monitoring program.
Dedicated volunteers persisted despite the pandemic to collect samples at 25 bay-wide sites
achieving a 90% collection rate. Data documenting water quality impairment in the system are
used for nutrient management planning and implementation.
The Alliance completed work under a $70,050 FY2021 coastal resilience grant from
Massachusetts Coastal Zone Management. Living shoreline concept plans were developed to
protect salt marsh at two locations on the Bay, including the marsh owned by the Conservation
Commission adjacent to Portanimicut Landing in South Orleans.
The Alliance wishes to thank the citizens of Orleans for your ongoing support.
Respectfully submitted by:
Fran McClennen, Steering Committee
POLICE DEPARTMENT
On behalf of the entire department, I’m pleased to present this year’s Annual Report for the
calendar year 2020. Although 2020 brought significant challenges, highlighted by the COVID-19
pandemic and nationwide calls for police reform, department personnel responded exceptionally
well, representing our community as true professionals. I congratulate them all for a job well done.
The Department’s five-year strategic plan continues to guide our organization to the highest level
of professional policing. The plan’s strategic goals, plan objectives, and strategies with tactical
action plans promotes positive change while maintaining the department’s strong organizational
culture. Moving forward, strategic priorities will be reviewed and updated to address newly
enacted Police Reform Legislation. I encourage you to review the plan, which can be accessed
on the department’s website.
During this past year, Officer Al Cutts resigned from the department to explore other law
enforcement opportunities in the Commonwealth. Al was a valued member of the department. We
thank him for his positive contributions to the community. After eighteen years of service, Officer
Michael Lotti retired from the department. Mike was a dedicated officer who carried a strong
community policing attitude in his service to the community. After thirty-two years of service,
Detective Melissa Marshall retired from the department. I’ve heard that “everyone is replaceable”,
but in this case, I disagree. Missy’s contributions to the department were endless. Her work
product was exceptional, and she deeply cared for the citizens of Orleans. I wish Al, Mike and
Missy much success and happiness in their future endeavors.
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The Town of Orleans remains a safe and secure community with a low crime rate. The
department’s 2020 crime statistics remain consistent with previous years. Officers responded to
11,923 calls for service; 79 major motor vehicle crashes resulting in injury or property damage
over $1000; 57 arrests or criminal applications, and 1,615 traffic stops. See the detailed activity
breakdown at the end of this report.
The Orleans Police Department is proud to be a State Accredited agency that operates at the
highest level of professional standards. The department is comprised of a group of committed
professionals who understand the importance of fair and impartial policing while fostering positive
community relationships. The Orleans Police Department takes great pride in serving our
community, and we are grateful for the overwhelming support we receive from the citizens we are
so honored to serve.
Respectfully submitted,
Scott W. MacDonald, Chief of Police
Police Department Statistics for 202
Categories below represent a sampling of categories used to calculate calls for service
Murder 0
Rape 0
Pornography/Obscene Material 2
Statutory Rape 2
Forcible Rape 3
Forcible Fondling 0
Open and Gross Lewdness 2
Kidnapping 0
Robbery 0
Aggravated Assault 10
Simple Assault 27
Intimidation 4
Extortion 0
Burglary 15
Arson 0
Purse Snatching 0
Shoplifting 5
Theft from a Building 0
All other Larceny 42
Theft from a Motor Vehicle 12
Motor Vehicle Theft 1
Counterfeiting/Forgery 1
Larceny by false Pretenses 19
Credit Card Theft 2
Embezzlement 2
Missing Person 2
Impersonation 26
Stolen Property offenses 5
Vandalism 47
Drug/Narcotic Violation 5
Weapon Law Violation 2
Bad Checks 0
Disorderly Conduct 8
Domestic Disturbance 17
Restraining Order 48
Noise Disturbance 145
Tresspass 10
Drunkenness 11
Alarms 383
Well Being/Reassurance 134
Liquor Law Violations 7
Peeping Tom 0
Animal Control 311
Total Felonies Investigated 94
Traffic Stops 1,615
Major Accidents Investigated 79
Parking Tickets Issued 223
All other Offenses 448
Arrests/In custody 45
Arrest based on warrant 12
Arrests/Summons 0
Juvenile Arrests 0
Traffic, Town By-Law Offenses 117
Protective Custody 11
Operating Under the Influence 15
Other 7954
TOTAL CALLS FOR SERVICE 11,923
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RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Recreation Advisory Committee advises the Recreation Director, Town Administrator, and
Select Board on ways to grow and improve recreation opportunities in Orleans. We have seven
voting members and two associate members.
The Recreation Advisory Committee was gratified to see the hydration stations we supported in
2019 approved in 2020, and to move the pickle ball court application from pending to submitted.
In early 2020, the Recreation Advisory Committee surveyed Orleans citizens. The goals of the
survey were twofold: to assess satisfaction with the current recreation opportunities in town
(including the recent introduction of fees for programming) and to elicit ideas for future recreation
endeavors. Over 300 people responded to the survey. Just over half of respondents identified as
senior citizens. 75% of respondents rated their satisfaction with current Orleans Recreation
programming as either “average” or “above average.” 87% of respondents supported fees for
some or all programming. 95% of respondents thought that fees for Recreation programming
should go exclusively to support Orleans Recreation Department expenses.
As for future recreation endeavors, most respondents ranked a community center as the most
important future development goal for Orleans Recreation. An indoor pool, more bike paths, a
lighted basketball court, and pickle ball courts were also very popular ideas. For amenities,
respondents supported water stations at recreation sites, signage and maps along trails, as well
as benches and picnic tables at parks and along trails.
82.4% of respondents supported the extension of the Summer Youth Recreation program from
half-day to full-day.
The Recreation Advisory Committee had hoped to host a forum to explain and explore survey
results, but it was cancelled due to the pandemic. Instead, we held a zoom forum in September.
We also met with the Select Board to present our survey results and our plans to put those results
into action.
In response to the survey results, the Recreation Advisory Committee decided to focus first on
projects that were eligible for Community Preservation Act funding. In November we submitted a
package of applications titled “Orleans Outdoors” to the Community Preservation Committee.
Those applications were for:
1. Bike Racks
2. Kayak racks and Waterways Education
3. Enhanced Trail Signage
4. Storybook Trail
5. Picnic Areas
6. Lighted Basketball Court (engineering plans)
7. Pickleball Court
At Town Meeting in October, the Recreation Advisory Committee supported a warrant article to
fund a feasibility study for an Orleans Community Center. Though the article failed to reach the
2/3 of votes necessary to pass, we were encouraged that the majority of voters were in favor of
funding the study. The Orleans Citizens Forum will host a discussion about an Orleans
Community Center in January 2021. The Recreation Advisory Committee will have two
representatives on the panel and all of RAC will attend. We look forward to this and other ways to
continue the conversation about an Orleans Community Center.
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We can’t report on 2020 without acknowledging the major impact the pandemic has made. For
us, specifically, it has led us to appreciate community and the importance of recreation for physical
and mental health for all of us.
Though our first year as a committee was focused on programing in the department, 2020 made
us take a more wholistic view of recreation in Orleans. This greater focus was supported by two
sources of insight. First, our survey showed us that citizens desire more recreation opportunities
throughout Orleans: on water and land, eg “outside”. Second, the pandemic has made us all
appreciate how important our outdoor resources are. We look forward to continuing to improve
access to all sorts of recreation in Orleans in 2021.
Respectfully submitted,
Tracy Murphy, Recreation Advisory Committee Chair
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
The recreation department consists of a full time (35 hours per week) year round director and a
part time summer staff that provides swimming instruction and playground program supervision.
Our main goal is to provide recreational opportunities to individuals of all ages and interests. Using
various indoor facilities (community center, senior center, school gymnasiums) we are able to
provide a year-round schedule of activities that include basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer and
fitness programming. Tennis courts, pickleball courts, playgrounds, a skate park, athletic ball
fields, and swimming areas provide residents and visitors with the opportunity to take part in
outdoor recreational activities including team games, leisure programs and nature-based fitness.
Our youth basketball program is always a popular winter sport. Lead by volunteer coaches we
provide games and skill instruction to over 70 youth at various ages.
During the spring of 2020 we were faced with the COVID-19 pandemic that shut down our
activities from mid-March until the end of June. To provide some programming, virtual fitness
classes and sport instruction videos were developed and available on the local cable channel and
on the recreation web site for individuals to take part in at their convenience.
Once we had a clearer picture of COVID-19 and proper safety precautions we began offering
summer youth playground programming at both the elementary school and middle school. Our
staff developed activities that could be enjoyed in small groups while maintaining social distancing
and mask wearing.
The fall of 2020 created more opportunity to be creative in program development as we offered
youth soccer for 112 children in grades pre K through grade 8, tennis instruction for 28 children
in grades 2 through 8 and a middle school (grades 6 through 8) cross country program for 17
students. The COVID 19 pandemic still continues to be a major concern in regard to programming
and safety of our participants, volunteer coaches and staff.
With a mild fall season, adult and senior fitness classes were held outdoors and will continue into
the early winter.
Respectfully Submitted,
Alan Harrison, Director of Recreation
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SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES – ORLEANS
Inspections required in accordance with M.G.L Chapters 94 & 98 pertaining to Weights and
Measures and the Consumer and Merchant Protection Act in the Town of Orleans, MA, were
performed by Barnstable Weights and Measures for the period of January 1, 2020 to December
31, 2020.
Due to COVID-19 that affected us all at the end of March 2020; our field and administrative work
was temporarily suspended for five weeks.
Once we had COVID 19 guidelines from the Governor and CDC; PPE and other safety protocols
we were able to resume on a part time basis to conduct essential device inspections and some
routine work. Then the inspectors were able to complete all regular device inspection work that
was available in all open businesses by 12/31/2020.
The inventory for devices (gas meters, scales, cordage and reverse vending machines, oil truck
meters, truck scales) has remained close at 298 devices. Naturally some businesses closed or
re-vamped their method of sale. Gas meters maintained their accuracy from the past years
inspection and the deputy sealer tested new dispensers that required some calibration.
In addition, package checking weighing audit for 332 commodities which saved the customer
$43.80 and the merchant $6,405.75; unit price code calculations on 432 items, re-inspections and
compliance enhancement were completed. Price Verification Scanner accuracy proved to be
100% of the five stores due for inspection. Enforcement of the Item Pricing law resulted in over
$9,000 in fines.
Town of Barnstable Weights and Measures has provided the Town of Orleans weights and
measures services since 2000. A new intermunicipal agreement between the towns of Barnstable
and Orleans has been signed and implemented in July 2020. Our mission is to provide continued
professional service to the Town of Orleans in the year ahead.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jane Zulkiewicz
Town of Barnstable
Sealer of Weights and Measures
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SHELLFISH AND WATERWAYS IMPROVEMENT ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
In accordance with its charge, the committee serves in an advisory capacity as a resource to the
Town Administrator, Board of Selectmen (BOS), Harbormaster/Shellfish Constable and other
town boards and committees, for issues relating to preserving, protecting, managing, and
enhancing our natural resources such as finfish, shellfish, and public waterways”.
The committee is comprised of 7 regular members and 2 associate members. Current members
include several fishermen/shellfishermen, a deputy shellfish constable [employed by a nearby
town], a teacher who does sailing instruction in the summer, the owner of a business customizing
and refurbishing boats, and a firefighter who works an oyster grant. Committee members have a
wealth of experience to offer and are committed to improving the management of the natural
resources in Orleans. Members come well-prepared to meetings, which are marked by robust
discussions.
As requested by the Select Board, the committee advises on the Lonnie’s Pond oyster
demonstration project. The February and March meetings were devoted to reviewing and
discussing the 4th year of the project, which included the transition to operation by a private
grower. The committee will continue to work with the consultants, as well as the Lonnie’s Pond
neighbors, to help ensure a successful
project.
As it has done the past several years, the committee continued its active support for the Pilgrim
Lake Volunteer Herring Count program. Several members assisted with the herring run clean-up,
herring counts, and the daily calibration of the electronic fish counter.
The committee also worked in collaboration with the town Agriculture Advisory Committee and
the Planning Board on revision of the right to farm by-law to include a right to fish, including
storage of fishing gear. Vice-chair David Slack shepherded the by-law through the process to final
adoption by the town meeting.
Other issues that the committee worked on during the year were parking issues at town landings,
support for the purchase of 20 Peck’s Way, dredging of Nauset Estuary, improvements to the
bulkhead at Rock Harbor, recommendations for the property at 141 Portanimicut Road, and the
Recreation Advisory Committee’s request for kayak racks at town landings.
In March, as a result of COVID restrictions, committee meetings were suspended. The committee
was not able to resume meetings again (via “Zoom”) until November.
Committee members look forward to continuing their work on these and other issues of concern
in the coming year, and to providing a forum for local fishermen and all town residents to bring
forward issues of concern to the town.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne Phillips, Chairperson
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SITE PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE
The committee provides guidance on development proposals to improve design and assist
developers in the understanding of the local permitting process. In 2020, thirteen meetings were
held. There were a total of fifteen Informal Site Plan Reviews and five Formal Site Plan Review
as well as discussions and status updates. Several projects were of a limited nature such that
the need for a Formal Site Plan was waived.
Site Plan Review Committee members represent the following Town Departments: Building,
Conservation, Fire, Health, Highway/DPW, Planning, and Water.
Respectfully Submitted,
George Meservey, Chairman
SNOW LIBRARY
This past year was dominated by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Responding to mandates and
guidelines provided by state and local authorities as well as working closely with other members
of the CLAMS network, the staff of Snow Library led by Director Tavi Prugno, successfully
managed to navigate the year with a minimum of service interruption. The Library was forced to
close on March 16th. It successfully reopened for curbside service on June 1st. Limited open
browsing was made available on November 5th. Due to a resurgence in the virus, service was
once again limited to curbside on December 12th. During all this time the Library provided
reference and information services via email and phone. The entire staff of the library and its
volunteers were extraordinary in their resilience and efforts to provide as many services as
possible during these difficult times and are to be commended.
Staff: After six years as Reference Librarian at Snow with ten years of experience working in
libraries, Linda Huntington retired on October 17, 2020. Elizabeth Steele-Jeffers, whom Linda
Huntington replaced when she retired in April 2014, returned to fill the Reference Librarian
position. Elizabeth has worked as both a Library Assistant and Substitute Reference Librarian at
Snow Library for 23 years.
Building: The current facility was originally built in 1954 and was added on to both in 1977 and
1992, and then renovated in 2001. Beginning in 2017 the Trustees of Snow Library established a
process to assess how well the current facility meets current and future needs for the Town of
Orleans. This culminated with the publication in March 2019 of The Snow Library Building
Program and Current Facility Conditions, which can be found on the Library’s website,
https://www.Snowlibrary.org/about-1/building-our-future. This work was done to take advantage of
the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners Building Grant Program. Originally, we hoped
to apply for a Planning and Design Grant in 2022. However, due to the COVID-19 crisis the grant
program has been suspended. We continue to carefully monitor the funding program as well as
advocate with our state representatives so that we can be ready to take advantage of it once it
resumes.
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Technology: Under the leadership of Assistant Director Kaimi Lum the Snow Library website,
https://www.Snowlibrary.org/, was redesigned and launched to the public in late August. Built on a
modern platform the site is now “responsive” which means that it displays properly on the reader’s
device, whether that is a smartphone, tablet, or desktop. The new site has been received
enthusiastically by all who use it.
Programs: Library programs (inside the library) offered in 2020:
• Tai Chi classes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings
• Rowena Myers Music Series every Saturday in January and February: Joe Flood; Ruffled
Hens; Ron Williams; Chandler Travis Three-O; Diana Di Gioia; Bert Jackson; Kareem
Sanjaghi; Peggy Gerber, Fred Fried, Michael Ryle.
• Weaving Group every Tuesday night
• Knitting Group every Wednesday night
• "Snow Library Afternoon Movie" every Wednesday in January until mid-February
• "Escape the Room" event during February vacation week
• Doodle Friday (an afterschool drawing craft program every Friday in the Snow Studio)
• Game Day (every third Saturday)
Library programs (virtual only) offered in 2020:
• "Make Your Own Decoupage Flower Pot" Workshop
• Gratitude Journal
• Book Talk with Cirrus Farber, author of Normal Rebel
• The History of Theater on Cape Cod with Sue Mellon
• "Accessing the Library During COVID-19" program with the Orleans Senior Center
The Marion Crane Gallery Committee also organized several successful art displays for the
Gallery during 2020 until they had to be shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
As usual Snow Library also hosted a variety of Lifetime Learning courses offered by the Friends
of Snow Library. And Ann Foster, Youth Services Librarian, continued to provide outstanding and
varied programs to youth of all ages including her collaborations with the Orleans Elementary
School and Nauset Middle School.
Statistics: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic (total library closure for 11 weeks, curbside service
only for 25 weeks), statistics were down this year. However, despite the library’s open hours
decreasing by 19%, total circulation only decreased 14%.
Acknowledgements: The Friends of Snow Library continue to provide generous support for
Snow Library, ranging from funds to purchase library materials in all formats as well programs
and technical improvements to the audiovisual systems in the Marion Crane Gallery. The Friends
also deserve accolades for moving their successful Lifetime Learning Program to all virtual this
past fall.
We are also grateful to the Town of Orleans and its many year round and summer residents who
support and treasure Snow Library.
Respectfully submitted,
Steve Gass, Chairperson of Snow Library Board of Trustees
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VETERANS’ GRAVES OFFICER
During 2020 the Veterans grave flags were maintained, and a new flag was placed on each grave
in the beginning of June by Howard H Kucks assisted by ten Orleans residents. We were a month
late as the virus shut down the delivery of new flags this year.
As we enter the new year all of the Veterans graves have had their flags inspected and will be
monitored during the winter and spring season. Repairs and replacements will be made as
necessary as the winter continues on to spring.
There were six new bronze grave markers and flags placed on new graves this past year. An
additional three new bronze markers were placed on veterans’ graves replacing broken plastic
ones. The cemetery office keeps track of which graves are eligible to receive a marker and flag.
The family of the deceased is asked to provide a copy of the veteran’s discharge paper (DD-214)
to merit a marker and flag.
If you are aware of a missing flag or marker please let me know and I will try to replace it as soon
as possible. If a flag has come detached from the staff, please do not remove the staff as that
makes it easier to locate the site for the replacement flag.
Respectfully submitted,
Howard H. Kucks, Veterans’ Grave officer
VETERANS’ SERVICE
To the Honorable Select Board and the Citizens of the Town of Orleans:
The following report is of the activities of the Department of Veterans’ Services for Calendar Year
2020. Our duties are categorized in two basic areas: Benefits and Services.
Commonwealth Low-income Veteran’s Benefits:
This program is covered and authorized under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 115. It
provides financial assistance to honorably discharged veterans who establish need and
worthiness and are residents of the Town of Orleans. These benefits may also be available to
Orleans resident spouses and widows/widowers of veterans and even the non-veteran parents of
Massachusetts veterans who meet the income and asset criteria of the program. During FY2020,
the Town, through our office, extended benefits to qualified veterans totaling $15,901.32 for
housing, food, heat, medical and other related costs. The amount expended was reimbursed to
the Town by the Commonwealth at a rate of 75% of total expenditures.
Federal Veteran’s Benefits and Services:
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We assisted veterans and their dependents in obtaining federal benefits under the broad umbrella
of the Department of Veterans Affairs. These services include payments for service-connected
disabilities, pensions, education, medical, burial benefits, and assistance obtaining medals and
service records. In 2020 this office assisted in obtaining $1,939,385.04 in cash payments for
service injury compensation and disability pensions received by 106 Orleans veterans and their
dependents. These alternative sources of income are at no cost to the Town and greatly reduce
the need for the M.G.L Chapter 115 benefits noted above.
Our objective is to ensure our veterans, their parents and dependents are connected to any and
all federal and state veterans benefits they are eligible for. We are anxious and willing to assist
with veteran service-connected disability claims and information for the full range of available
services.
We encourage any veteran or dependent of a veteran to utilize our new web site to complete an
intake form or obtain direct online services at capevets.org. You can also contact us at our main
office in Hyannis at 1-508-778-8740 Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. For the
convenience of our Orleans veterans, we schedule appointments at our Lower Cape office in
Harwich on Fridays from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The phone number is 508-430-7510. Please call
first if Covid restrictions are in place.
We would like to thank the Town Administrator, Town Accountant, Treasurer, and Finance
Committee for their outstanding support.
In Service to our Veterans,
Gregory J. Quilty, Director and Veterans’ Agent
Shawney Carroll, Orleans Service Officer
VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF CAPE COD
The Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod is a Not-for-Profit, Certified Home Health Agency that
provides home health care, health promotion, immunizations, communicable disease
surveillance, and wellness programs to the communities of Cape Cod. The VNACC continues to
provide both the town-sponsored public health programs and the third party reimburse home
health services for the residents of Orleans.
Specialty Care includes the following: Skilled Nursing, Maternal Child Health, Medical Social
Work, Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapy, and Hospice Care.
Wellness Programs include the following: Health Education, Exercise/Fall Prevention Programs,
and Evidence-Based Disease Self-Management Programs.
The Orleans Town appropriation enabled the VNACC to provide the following services for
residents of Orleans in FY 2020:
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Communicable Disease Surveillance including:
TB case management 28.5 hrs
COVID-19 Contact tracing 26 hrs
Public Health Nurse Home Visits for safety and coordination of services 5.75 hrs
The VNACC and Cape Cod Hospital Pharmacy collaborated this year in providing a flu clinic at
the Orleans Senior Center. This was very successful, and the vaccine and administration cost
was billed to the participants insurance.
In addition to the funding sources such as Medicare, Mass Health, Private Insurance or Town
Appropriation, the VNACC actively seeks funds through grants. These funds are needed to
broaden the scope of community services offered.
The VNACC is committed to and continually strives toward understanding the needs of the
community. Please feel free to address any questions or comments to the Public Health and
Wellness Department of the VNACC, located at 434 Route 134, South Dennis, MA 02660, Tel.
508-957-7737
Respectfully submitted,
Meg Payne, MBA INHC
Public Health and Wellness Operations Manager
WATER DEPARTMENT
The Orleans Water Department is pleased to provide the following report of happenings for
calendar year 2020.
March 13, 2020 was a Friday the 13th unlike any we have seen and changed the way we
conducted regular business during 2020 due to a pandemic known as Covid-19. All meetings of
the Board of Water and Sewer Commission have been virtual and audience participation is still
encouraged. Directions for accessing meetings are posted on each agenda and available from
the Town’s website.
As recommended in the 20-year Asset Management Plan, the construction to bring the Town’s
largest producing well (Well #7) to the Water Treatment Plant continued and was substantially
complete as of November 2020. The Water Department completed a demonstration study for
MaDEP in November 2020 and are currently waiting for final approval.
The Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners addressed the following matters in 2020:
•A 4% rate increase and quarterly billing began with the July 1, 2020 water bills but with the
closure of schools and businesses as a result of Covid-19, water revenues were less than
anticipated for 2020. The Water Commissioners formed a committee in 2020 to review
future rate increases and billing structure.
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• The town-wide cellular water meter reading and billing system installation was substantially
completed in 2020 (96% completion) even with the limitations on installations imposed by
Covid-19. The new meter technology will reduce the amount of water wasted due to leaks,
provide better customer service, dramatically reduce manpower required to read meters
and has allowed us to offer quarterly billing. Customers with this new meter technology are
able to track usage and set alerts using a smart phone app or home computer. We ask that
all consumers of town water contact the Water Department Office (508) 255-1200 for
instructions on how to take advantage of this new technology.
• In June, The Annual Town Meeting voted to fund the Comprehensive Water Resources
Management Plan Implementation to continue with phase 2 planning of Meetinghouse
Pond area and further monitoring and planning for PRB’s across Pleasant Bay, Nauset
Harbor and Rock Harbor watersheds. The annual Town Meeting also voted to fund
additional cost for the downtown sewer project construction to commence the the
construction of the downtown area collection system, wastewater treatment plant and wick
well disposal site.
• Groundbreaking ceremony for the collection system on the Village Green outside of Snow
Library on September 8, 2020.
• Began construction of downtown sewer system the second week of September and began
construction of the wastewater treatment facility on September 9, 2020.
We would like to express our appreciation to the Water Department personnel, the other town
departments and the residents of the Town of Orleans for their assistance, cooperation and
support during the past year.
Department Statistics
2019 2020 % change
Production 333,624,326 gal 374,067,579 gal 10.81%
Peak Day 8/19/19 7/27/20
2,343,300 gal 2,814,486 gal 16.74%
Services 5317 5329 0.23%
Respectfully submitted,
Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
The purpose of the Board is to hear and decide applications or petitions for special permits or
variances as empowered under the Zoning Bylaws of the Town and Massachusetts General
Laws, Chapter 40A, and to hear and decide appeals from decisions of the Zoning Administrator.
There were 6 regular open meetings in 2020, at which a quorum was present. The Board in
August, 2020, after a significant delay caused by the pandemic, adopted virtual meeting
procedure which would ensure the integrity of the Board’s proceedings and allow business to be
conducted in a manner equitable to the applicants, interested parties and the public. Hearings
were conducted on a total of 14 applications. Ten (10) special permit applications were granted,
none were denied, one continued at the request of the applicant until a meeting in 2021. Three
variance requests were granted. Three hearings resulted in approval by the Board for extensions
to previously issued special permits. There were no applications for Comprehensive Permits
under c.40B. Michael P. Marnik continued in office as Chairman, Gerald Mulligan acted as Vice
Chairman, and Emily Van Giezen was elected Board Clerk. Other Board members were Matthew
Cole, Bruce Taub and George Waugh and Lynne Eickholt. Peter Jablon commenced the calendar
year as a regular member but died in office.
The Zoning Board recognized, with heartfelt gratitude, his sound advice and contribution to the
Board. At calendar year end, the Board maintains a complement of seven volunteer citizens.
Stacy Faber served as Board Secretary during the year, providing support and organization.
Respectfully submitted,
Michael P. Marnik, Chairperson
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COMMITTEE / BOARD DESCRIPTIONS
Affordable Housing Committee – Works to create and maintain affordable housing stock, with a goal of
having at least 10% of Orleans’ year-round occupied dwelling units being designated as affordable. Seven
members.
Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board – Works to provide for the creation and preservation of affordable
housing in Orleans, for the benefit of low and moderate income households and for the funding of
community housing, as defined in and in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 44, §55C. Nine
members.
Agricultural Advisory Council – Represents the town’s agricultural community with regard to sustainable
agriculture-based economic activities in Orleans. Five members.
Animal Control and Regulation Task Force – Works to develop a comprehensive set of regulations
arrived at by consensus regarding dogs on beaches and around the general public. Seven regular and two
associate members.
Architectural Review Committee – Promotes the continuation of attractive building and landscaping
styles, with a good blending of the old and the new. Five regular and two associate members.
Bike and Pedestrian Committee – Advocates and supports the use of bicycling as transportation and
recreation and makes recommendations to encourage and facilitate safe cycling within the Town. Five
regular and two associate members.
Board of Assessors – Sets policies regarding property valuation; sets tax rates; administers motor vehicle
excise and boat excise; hears assessment appeals and abatements; reviews exemption applications; and
administers betterments. Three members.
Board of Health - Elected board that through the Massachusetts General Laws and state regulations, is
responsible for protecting the public health, safety and environment of the community accomplished
through enforcement of state laws, the sanitary and environmental code, adopting reasonable local health
regulations and by implementing preventive programs. Five members.
Board of Trustees for Snow Library – Elected board that acts as the governing body of Snow Library.
Sets policies regarding use of the building; determines the days and hours of operation; approves,
promotes and participates in functions, displays, and exhibitions held in the library; and oversees all
financial matters pertaining to the library. Seven members.
Board of Selectmen – Elected board that serves as the chief executive goal setting and policy making
agency of the Town. Among other responsibilities as outlined in the Orleans Home Rule Charter, the Board
enacts rules and regulations establishing town policies, acts as the licensing authority for the Town, and
appoints certain personnel, board and committee members. Five members.
Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners – Develops rules and regulations and sets policies governing
the operation of the municipal water system. Oversees the watershed properties. Five regular and two
associate members; with three regular and two associates appointed by the Selectmen, one regular
member appointment by the Planning Board and one regular member appointed by the Board of Health.
Building Code Board of Appeals – Reviews appeals made by builders and individuals from the
requirements of the Massachusetts State Building Code. Five members.
Cape Cod Commission – One person appointed by Board of Selectmen to represent the Town at the
Cape Cod Commission, dealing with issues of regional significance.
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Cape Cod Regional Tech High School Committee – Formulates and adopts policy for the Regional
Tech School system and hires a superintendent. 1 Orleans resident to act as Representative and 1 resident
to act as alternate appointed by the Town Moderator.
Charter Review Committee - Reviews the provisions of the Town of Orleans Home Rule Charter and
reports any amendments deemed advisable. Seven members.
Community Building Renovation Task Force – Serves to develop recommendations on possible
renovation options for the Community Building (Old Firehouse). Five members and two ex-officio.
Community Preservation Committee - The Community Preservation Committee implements the
requirements of the Community Preservation Act and makes recommendations to the Town Meeting for
the use of monies in the Community Preservation Fund. Eligible projects involve opens space, historic
preservation, community housing, and recreation that are consistent with a Community Preservation Plan
based upon the Local Comprehensive Plan. Nine members; with three members appointed by the Board
of Selectmen and six members appointed by specific committees.
Conservation Commission – Administers the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (Mass. General
Law Chapter 131, Section 40) and the Orleans Wetlands By-Law (Code of the Town of Orleans, Chapter
160); manages conservation properties. Seven regular and three associate members.
Council on Aging Board of Directors – Directs the Council on Aging, which is the designated agency to
evaluate, promote and encourage new and existing activities and services for the older residents of the
community. Seven members.
Cultural Council – Promotes the arts and humanities in the Town of Orleans; reviews Arts Grants
Applications and makes grant awards, administers the Town Hall Art Gallery. Five to twenty-two members.
Dredge Advisory Committee – Develops a town-wide dredging improvement and maintenance plan to
promote improved navigation, boater safety, water quality and protection of natural resources in our
saltwater estuaries and freshwater ponds. Seven regular and three associate members.
Finance Committee – Reviews proposed budget, capital plan and warrant articles and provides residents
with information and recommendations resulting from their in depth review and investigation. Nine
members appointed by Town Moderator.
Fourth of July Committee – Responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing the annual Fourth of
July parade and fireworks. Seven members and three associates.
Historical Commission – Transmits the Historical Property Survey to the Massachusetts Historical
Commission. Nominates properties and districts for historical designation by the State Historical
Commission. Five regular and two associate members.
Human Services Advisory Committee – Reviews funding requests from human services agencies in
order to determine which requests and what amounts may be presented to the Annual Town meeting for
consideration. Five members.
Marine & Fresh Water Quality Committee – Studies water quality issues; devises alternatives to current
practices to protect marine water resources; conducts and analyzes Town’s water quality monitoring
program; operates water quality laboratory. Seven members.
Memorial Day & Veteran’s Day Committee – The Committee shall plan, organize and oversee
ceremonies and events honoring our veterans on Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day. Five members.
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Old King’s Highway Regional Historic District Commission - The purpose of the Old King’s Highway
Regional Historic District Act is to promote the preservation and protection of buildings, settings and places
within the boundaries of the District. Each application shall be judged on the criteria set forth in the Act
under Section 10 including therein, but not limited to, historic value and significance, general design,
arrangement, texture, material, color, relative size and settings. Five members with at least three members
residing in the district.
Open Space Committee – Assists the Town in the acquisition and preservation of open space; revises
and updates the Conservation, Recreation and Open Space Plan; prepares grant applications, assists
property owners in keeping private lands preserved as open space. Five members.
Personnel Advisory Board – Serves primarily in an advisory role to the Town Administrator in accordance
with the policies and procedures contained under the Town's Personnel Bylaw (Code of the Town of
Orleans, Chapter 40) that covers a limited number of non-union full-time, part-time and all seasonal
employee positions. Board meets infrequently on an as needed basis. Three members.
Planning Board – Oversees subdivision of land, considers long range planning and initiates changes to
zoning by-laws. Five regular and two associate members.
Recreation Advisory Committee - Serves as an advisory to the Recreation Director, Town Administrator
and Board of Selectmen on ways to improve and/or expand recreational programing and facilities for all
age groups in the Town of Orleans. Seven regular and two associate members.
Renewable Energy/Wind Committee – Shall identify and review renewable energy options that meet the
goals and objectives established by the Board of Selectmen and that build upon work of prior committees.
The Committee shall explore and analyze topics such as energy production facilities and infrastructure,
efficiency and conservation measures, regional opportunities, funding sources, business costs and
revenues, and public outreach and education. Five regular and two associate members.
Shellfish and Waterways Improvement Advisory Committee – Serves as an advisory committee to the
Board of Selectmen on all matters relating to the Town’s shellfish beds. Seven regular and two associate
members with priority given to those possessing varied and related backgrounds in marine science,
boating, shellfishing, fishing, dealers and aquaculture both commercial and recreational.
Village Center Cultural District – Promotes fine arts and culture and fosters the endeavors of artists and
arts supporters through enhanced opportunity and innovative collaboration, embracing an environment
supportive to the creative economy. Five to fifteen members.
Zoning Board of Appeals – Hears applications and petitions for Special Permits and Variances and
makes determinations for granting or denying same under the constraints of the Zoning By-Laws of the
Town and Mass. General Laws, Chapter 40A. Hears and decides appeals from decisions of the zoning
administrator. Five regular and three associate members.
Zoning Bylaw Task Force – Reviews the Orleans Zoning Bylaw on an ongoing basis to identify areas for
improvement, resolve discrepancies, draft new sections as needed and expand and clarify definitions. Five
regular and two ex-officio members.
Committees, Commissions, and Boards not listed meet on an as-needed basis.
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Citizen Interest Form
The Town of Orleans has over 35 Boards, Committees, and Commissions that serve to provide
our Town with guidance, new ideas, and knowledge. We depend on the participation and dedication
of our residents to fill these Boards in order to help benefit our community.
Name Date
Residential Address
Mailing Address
Phone Email
1.Are you a full-time resident of the Town? ___ yes ___ no
2.Are you available to serve on a year-round basis? ___ yes ___ no
If no, what is your availability? _________________________________________________
3.Please list experience or educational background that may be helpful to your chosen Board,
Committee, or Commission:
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
4.What interests you most about this Board, Committee, Commission?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
Before submitting your interest form, please make sure this volunteer service is a good fit for your
interests and time. During your interview with the Select Board, you will be asked
which of the following steps you have taken to familiarize yourself:
Confirm there is a vacancy on your B/C/C
View at least two meetings via Ch.18 recordings
View agendas and minutes for topic information
Review the Charge of your chosen B/C/C
Review meeting schedule for time commitment
Contact the Chair of the B/C/C for information
(Request contact from Town Administrator’s office)
TOWN OF ORLEANS
19 School Road Orleans, MA 02653-3699
Telephone (508) 240-3700 FAX (508)240-3703
www.town.orleans.ma.us
SELECT BOARD
TOWN
ADMINISTRATOR
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TOWN OF ORLEANS BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS
(please indicate up to 2 preferences)
Affordable Housing Committee
Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board
Agricultural Advisory Council
Architectural Review Committee
Barnstable County Home Consortium
Barnstable County Human Rights Comm.
Bike & Pedestrian Committee
Board of Assessors
Board of W ater & Sewer Commissioners
Building Code Board of Appeals
Cape Cod Commission
Cape Cod Light Compact
Community Preservation Committee
Conservation Commission
Council on Aging
Cultural Council
Finance Committee
Fourth of July Committee
Historical Commission
Human Services Advisory Committee
Marine & Fresh Water Quality Committee
Memorial & Veterans Day Committee
Open Space Committee
Personnel Advisory Board
Planning Board
Pleasant Bay Alliance Steering Committee
Recreation Advisory Committee
Renewable Energy/Wind Committee
Shellfish & Waterways Advisory Committee
Village Center Cultural District Committee
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Bylaw Task Force
Other __________________________
_________________________
Please submit this completed form to:
Town Administrator’s Office, 19 School Road, Orleans, or email to townadministrator@town.orleans.ma.us.
Upon receipt of your interest form, we will contact you to schedule an interview with the Select Board.
For more information, please contact Molly Bates at 508-240-3700 x2415.
Thank you for your interest in our Boards and Committees!
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