Orleans public meetings in 2022

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The Orleans Wastewater Management Advisory Committee will consider the nitrogen-load impacts of a potential Phase 3 sewering project and prepare for a joint meeting with Eastham. The committee also received a Massachusetts DEP extension to January 30, 2023 for comments on proposed Title 5 and Watershed Permit regulatory changes.

• Potential Phase 3 Sewering — Impacts on Nitrogen Loads
• MA DEP Extension to January 30, 2023 of comment period re: proposed Title 5 and Watershed Permit Reg changes
• Preparation for 1:00 PM meeting with Eastham

The Wastewater Management Advisory Committee determined that proposed Phase 3 sewering should focus on the pond protection needs of Crystal Lake and Pilgrim Lake. The committee also aimed to meet watershed permit requirements for Pleasant Bay.

• Voted to prioritize Phase 3 sewering for Crystal Lake and Pilgrim Lake pond protection and Pleasant Bay watershed permit requirements (6-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board approved a three-month extension for the CHO/Historical Society license agreement for Town Hall Annex space. The Board also approved updated income eligibility guidelines for the Senior Tax Work Off Program.

• Approved 3-month license agreement extension for CHO Town Hall Annex space (5-0-0)
• Approved updated income eligibility guidelines for Senior Tax Work Off Program (5-0-0)
• Voted to enter Executive Session to discuss real property on Namskaket Road (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board was unable to hear two cases due to a lack of a quorum. Both matters were continued to January 4, 2023, at the request of the applicants.

• Continued Case #2189 (deck extension at 5 Harbor View) to January 4, 2023
• Continued Case #2191 (dolphin rehabilitation clinic at 115 Route 6A) to January 4, 2023

Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board approved a sewer flow increase for a residential property and a drain layer's license application. Members also discussed budget cuts, upcoming requests for chemical funding, and the implementation of a Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program.

• Approved November 23, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved November 2022 commitments totaling $2,624.28 (5-0-0)
• Approved November 2022 abatement of $169.71 (5-0-0)
• Approved flow increase to 83 gallons per day for 17 Cove Road (5-0-0)
• Approved drain layer's license application for M.E.C. Dirtworks, Inc. (5-0-0)

Open Space Committee

The committee approved a $15,000 administrative cost request for the Community Preservation Committee. Members discussed the potential acquisition of the Tonset Road parcel and decided not to pursue the Cedar Pond property at this time.

• Approved $15,000 administrative cost request (4-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Decided to pursue adjoining parcel with cottage from Pecks owners instead of Arey's Pond
• Decided not to pursue Cedar Pond parcel at this time

Site Plan Review Committee

The Orleans Site Plan Review Committee will hold a formal review for a proposed cannabis retail dispensary at 41 Route 6A, submitted by Ember Gardens Cape Cod LLC. The committee will also conduct an informal review for a seasonal gazebo structure at 2 Academy Place, submitted by La Bella Restaurant.

• Formal review: Ember Gardens Cape Cod LLC proposes a cannabis retail dispensary at 41 Route 6A.
• Informal review: La Bella Restaurant seeks to replace seasonal tents with a gazebo structure at 2 Academy Place.

Select Board

The Select Board and Affordable Housing Trust Board reviewed a $1.8 million bid for the demolition of structures at 66-76 Route 6A. No final decision was made on funding or demolition; the boards will meet again on January 17, 2023, to review RFI feedback. The boards determined that making the building at 76 Route 6A available for private use was not cost-effective.

• Discussed $1.8 million demolition bid for 66-76 Route 6A
• Determined private use of 76 Route 6A is not cost-effective
• Adjourned Select Board meeting (4-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved a negative determination for work at 39 Cove Rd and pier modifications at 16 Hayward Ln. It also authorized spending for vegetation removal at Pilgrim Lake and a wetland restoration plan for Putnam Farm. The board voted to request funds from the Select Board to replenish the Conservation Trust Fund.

• Approved negative determination for project at 39 Cove Rd (5-0-0)
• Approved pier modifications at 16 Hayward Ln with seasonal pile driving restriction (7-0-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 65 Towhee Ln (7-0-0)
• Approved Administrative Review for culvert wall repair at 21 Arey’s Ln (4-3-0)
• Authorized $8,500 for permitting vegetation removal at Pilgrim Lake swim area (6-1-0)
• Approved phasing out offsite storage at Putnam Farm plots 1-5 by end of 2023 season (7-0-0)
• Authorized funding for Putnam Farm Wetland Restoration Plan (7-0-0)
• Approved sending letter to Select Board to propose funding for Conservation Trust Fund (7-0-0)

Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

The Affordable Housing Trust Board and Select Board discussed a bid for the demolition of structures at 66-76 Route 6A. No final decision was made on funding or demolition options; the boards will meet again on January 17, 2023. The boards also determined that making the building at 76 Route 6A available for private use is not cost-effective.

• Determined private use of 76 Route 6A is not cost-effective due to septic variance requirements
• Scheduled follow-up joint meeting for January 17, 2023

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Marion Craine Gallery Committee will meet to vote on a presentation by artist Joel Gray, approve minutes from the previous meeting, and review the gallery schedule. The agenda also includes a financial report and the library director's report.

• Artist Joel Gray presenting [vote]
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2022 meeting
• Review of Gallery Schedule by Exhibit Coordinator

The Marion Craine Gallery Committee reviewed a sample of artwork by Joel Gray but postponed approving his application to exhibit. The committee approved the November 15, 2022, meeting minutes and assigned volunteer coordinators for the 2023 exhibit schedule.

• Postponed approval of Joel Gray's exhibit application
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Assigned Jean Anne Bostwick to coordinate February and March photography exhibit
• Assigned Lydia Hopkins to coordinate April Nauset High School art exhibit
• Assigned Dianne Gregory to coordinate May John Tunney photography exhibit
• Assigned Jean Anne Bostwick to coordinate June exhibit
• Assigned David Mills to tentatively coordinate August exhibit for Joel Gray

Board of Health

The Board of Health extended the compliance date for Above Ground Fuel and Chemical Storage Tank Regulations. The Board also approved a system waiver for a South Orleans Road property and agreed to send a letter to Eversource regarding its vegetation management plan.

• Changed Above Ground Fuel and Chemical Storage Tank Regulation compliance date from Jan 13, 2023 to March 1, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Voted to have HD staff send a letter to owner of 11 Fox Ridge Drive regarding compliance requirements (5-0-0)
• Approved waiver request dated December 6, 2022 for 654 South Orleans Road System #2 (5-0-0)
• Tabled discussion on Title V Draft Changes Comment Letter until second January meeting (5-0-0)
• Approved sending a letter to Eversource and the Cape Cod legislative delegation regarding the 5-year Vegetation Management Plan (5-0-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee appointed Nick Athanassiou as its ex officio representative to the Town Manager Search Committee. The committee also reviewed a preliminary draft of its 2022 Annual Town Report and discussed the updated charge for the Long-Range Capital Planning Committee.

• Approved minutes from 11/17/22 meeting (6-0)
• Elected Nick Athanassiou as ex officio representative to Town Manager Search Committee (6-0)

Select Board

The Select Board appointed a seven-member search committee for the Town Manager position. The board also approved a liquor license manager change and signed a certification for an affordable housing rental unit transfer.

• Approved change of manager for Hurricane Hugo/Lost Dog Pub license to Alexandra Jolly (5-0-0)
• Approved signing Notice of Assignment for affordable housing rental unit at 14 Old Tote Road (5-0-0)
• Approved issuance of the Long Range Planning Committee charge with discussed edits (5-0-0)
• Approved signing letter to MassDEP regarding Title 5 and Watershed Permit draft regulations (5-0-0)
• Appointed Sims McGrath, Susan Meisinger, Michael Gradone, Ben Zehnder, Alan McClennen, Ginny Farber, and Michael McNamara to the Town Manager Search Committee (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes from August 3, 10, 12, 24, 26, and 31, 2022 (5-0-0)

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The Bike, Pedestrian, Traffic and Safety Committee will meet to review status of prior action items, receive an update on DPW roadway projects, discuss a meeting with Old Colony Way condominium residents, and consider a communication to District 5 requesting a pedestrian crossing upgrade at Baker Pond Road and Route 6. The committee will also hear updates from the Village to Nauset Beach subcommittee and vote on a final committee charge to submit to the Select Board.

• Update of DPW roadway projects
• Report on meeting with Old Colony Way condominium residents
• Communication to District 5 requesting pedestrian crossing upgrade at Baker Pond Road and Route 6
• Approve Final Committee Charge to submit to Select Board

The committee finalized and unanimously approved a draft Committee Charge to be sent to the Select Board. Members also received updates on roadway projects, including the Rail Trail connection and South Orleans roundabout. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved draft Committee Charge for Select Board consideration (Unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Commission reviewed and approved several Community Preservation Act (CPC) applications for historic preservation and archaeological significance. Decisions included funding for a boat shelter, railing repairs, and various town renovations. Some projects were deferred for further information or presentation.

• Approved CPC funds for CG36500 boat shelter (5-0-0)
• Approved CPC funds for meeting house railing (5-0-0)
• Approved Academy Playhouse window and siding work (5-0-0)
• Determined French Cable Station collection is historically significant (4-0-1)
• Determined Snow Library documents are historically significant (5-0-0)
• Approved CPA funds for Federated Church Organ Restoration (5-0-0)
• Determined Town Bandstand is historically significant and approved study funds (5-0-0)
• Found Nauset Estuary and South Orleans archaeologically significant (5-0-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee and Select Board held a joint meeting to review a presentation regarding cost increases for the Nauset Regional School District high school renovation project. No votes were taken on the project funding; the session served as a presentation ahead of a district-wide vote scheduled for January 10, 2023.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors approved motor vehicle and boat abatements and signed a report for real estate exemptions. During executive session, the Board granted 62 specific elderly, blind, and veterans exemptions while denying three elderly exemptions.

• Approved 54 motor vehicle abatements totaling $2,156.24 (3-0)
• Denied 1 motor vehicle abatement (3-0)
• Approved 2 boat abatements totaling $78.00 (3-0)
• Approved motor vehicle commitment of 254 totaling $20,514.84 (3-0)
• Signed report of 62 real estate exemptions totaling $46,376.11 (3-0)
• Granted 10 41C Elderly exemptions totaling $9,828.44 (3-0)
• Granted 8 37A Blind exemptions totaling $4,000.00 (3-0)
• Granted 44 22 Veterans exemptions totaling $32,547.67 (3-0)

Planning Board

The Orleans Planning Board will hold two public hearings: one on a definitive subdivision plan for 20 Quanset Road by The Coastal Companies, and another on a modification of a definitive subdivision plan for 44 and 46 Tonset Road by Eastward Companies. The board will also discuss scenic road status for 44 Tonset Road, review potential zoning amendments from the Zoning Bylaw Task Force, and receive a presentation from the Cape Cod Commission on the town's comprehensive plan.

• Public hearing on definitive subdivision plan for 20 Quanset Road (The Coastal Companies)
• Public hearing on modification of definitive subdivision plan for 44 and 46 Tonset Road (Eastward Companies)
• Scenic road public hearing for 44 Tonset Road
• Discussion of potential zoning amendments (minimum lot sizes, accessory dwellings, accessory buildings)
• Comprehensive Plan update presentation by Cape Cod Commission

The Planning Board approved a definitive subdivision plan for The Coastal Companies at 20 Quanset Road with 16 conditions. The Board also accepted a withdrawal request for a project at 44 & 46 Tonset Road and scheduled a public hearing for three zoning amendments.

• Approved Definitive Subdivision Plan for The Coastal Companies at 20 Quanset Road (5-0-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of subdivision modification and tree hearing for 44 & 46 Tonset Road (5-0-0)
• Voted to advertise three zoning amendments for a January 24, 2023 public hearing (5-0-0)
• Approved November 22, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Shellfish & Waterways Improvement Advisory Committee

The committee approved the October 2022 minutes. Members discussed potential changes to Rock Harbor slip waitlist policies and bird deterrents for aquaculture, but no formal policy changes were decided.

• Approved October 2022 minutes (6-0-1)

Finance Committee

The committee discussed a $38.1M funding gap for the Nauset Regional High School Building Project and planned questions for the School Committee. Members also reviewed the draft Y/E 2022 Audit Report and discussed a proposed new Town Debt Policy.

• Approved 10/13/22 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Agreed to draft 2022 Annual Town Report for review on 1/5/23
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee reviewed FY23 grant totals and debt servicing figures, including a potential $2.4 million bond issue for FY24. Presentations were made regarding grant applications for LCH workshops, archeologic surveys, property documentation, and Open Space administrative funding. No funding votes were taken.

• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss a draft letter to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MADEP) regarding proposed watershed permit regulations, receive a presentation from AECOM on a full-scale permeable reactive barrier proposal, and consider the impacts of potential Phase 3 sewering on nitrogen loads.

• Review of draft letter to MADEP on proposed watershed permit regulations
• AECOM presentation on full-scale permeable reactive barrier proposal (dated Dec 8, 2022)
• Discussion of potential Phase 3 sewering impacts on nitrogen loads
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 10, 2022

The Committee voted to send an amended letter to the MassDEP regarding proposed watershed permit regulations. Members also reviewed a proposal for full-scale permeable reactive barriers (PRBs) and discussed nitrogen load impacts of potential Phase 3 sewering.

• Approved forwarding amended letter to MassDEP regarding watershed permit regulations (6-0-0)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board appointed Charles Sumner as Interim Town Administrator and voted to tax all property classes at a factor of one for FY23. The board also approved several conservation restrictions and renewed various business and liquor licenses.

• Appointed Charles Sumner as Interim Town Administrator starting Jan 3, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Voted to tax all property classes at a factor of one and reject Residential and Small Commercial Exemptions for FY23 (5-0-0)
• Approved conservation restrictions for 109 Portanimicut Rd and 22 Richwood Farm Lane (5-0-0)
• Approved change of manager for Nauset Farms LLC liquor license to Susan Keyes (5-0-0)
• Approved temporary closure of The Rail from Dec 19, 2022 to March 19, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Approved one-day beer and wine license for Housing Assistance Corporation on Dec 12, 2022 (5-0-0)
• Renewed 2023 Auto, Common Victualler, Entertainment, Hawkers/Peddlers, Lodging, and Liquor licenses (5-0-0)
• Signed warrant for Jan 10, 2023 Special Election (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for alterations to a home at 36 Old Field Road, provided a proposed cupola is removed. The Board also allowed the withdrawal of a permit application for 36 Arey’s Lane and updated its official advertising newspaper.

• Approved special permit for dormers and screen porch at 36 Old Field Road with condition to remove cupola (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal of special permit application for garage and pool house at 36 Arey’s Lane (4-0)
• Approved change of local advertising newspaper from 'The Cape Codder' to 'Cape Cod Chronicle' (unanimous)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Continued Case #2189 regarding deck extension at 5 Harbor View to December 21, 2022 due to lack of quorum

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including a Village Green walkway revision, a meeting with the Finance Committee, an environmental assessment of the library, and attendance at a February staff meeting. The board will also hear reports from the chair, treasurer, library director, and the Friends representative.

• Village Green walkway revision discussion and vote
• Trustees meeting with Finance Committee vote
• Environmental assessment of library discussion and vote
• Trustees attendance at February library staff meeting vote
• Saturday, December 24, 2022 closure vote

The Board of Trustees approved the closure of the library on December 24th. Trustees discussed a potential environmental assessment but decided against it as the analysis will be included in a future feasibility study.

• Approved minutes from November 2nd, 2022 meeting
• Approved library closure on Saturday, December 24th
• Decided against a $10,000 hazardous materials assessment as it is included in the upcoming feasibility study

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved a home addition at 31 Great Oak Rd and a restoration plan for 21 Seacrest Dr. A request for a paver patio at 66 Gibson Rd was denied, with the applicant directed to submit a Request for Determination. The public hearing for 16 Hayward Ln was continued to December 20, 2022.

• Approved home addition at 31 Great Oak Rd (7-0-0)
• Approved restoration plan for 21 Seacrest Dr subject to revised tree locations (7-0-0)
• Approved revised plan for 13 Weeset Proprietor’s Wy (7-0-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 19 Brick Hill Rd (7-0-0)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 10 Larboard Ln (7-0-0)
• Denied paver patio at 66 Gibson Rd; directed applicant to submit RDA (7-0-0)
• Released escrow funds for 134 Namequoit Rd (6-0-0)
• Continued public hearing for 16 Hayward Ln to 12/20/22 (7-0-0)

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The Bike, Pedestrian, Traffic and Safety Committee is meeting to plan implementation of the Beach Rd/Main St multiuse path project from Rt 28 to Nauset Beach. They will review a 2009 Coast to Coast map and develop a strategy to recommend to the full committee.

• Review of 2009 Coast to Coast map from Planning Department
• Report on homework from October 27 meeting
• Develop strategy for Beach Rd/Main St multiuse path project P01

Cultural District Committee

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and discussed funding for 2023 Pop-Up Practices and Winterfest. Members volunteered to write a letter of support for the Veteran’s Park renovation and organize social media postings.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Volunteered Paul Shorthose to write a letter of support for Veteran’s Park renovation funding
• Volunteered Paul and Debbie to organize Facebook and Instagram postings three times per week

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Facilities Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the building program for several areas of the library, including the main entrance, vestibule, Cape Cod Collection, café, and open seating in the stacks. The committee will also vote on approving minutes from the previous meeting and take public comment.

• Vote on approval of minutes from November 15, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of building program for main entrance and vestibule
• Discussion of Cape Cod Collection area
• Discussion of café and open seating in the stacks

The committee reviewed proposed layouts for the library's public areas, including the entrance, cafe, and Cape Cod collection. Members discussed seating requirements, accessibility, and the inclusion of vending machines and outdoor space. No formal votes were taken on the building program revisions.

• Approved minutes from November 15, 2022 meeting (8-0-0)
• Tentatively decided to include vending machines in the cafe
• Consensus to retain Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) in the new materials area
• Agreed that high bistro tables in the cafe would not be ideal
• Agreed that the Cape Cod collection could be in an alcove rather than a separate room
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee

The Old King's Highway Historic District Committee will meet for a public hearing on December 1, 2022, to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for a new garage at 5 Susan's Way. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format with in-person and remote participation options.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: 5 Susan's Way — New Garage
• Approval of Minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved a swimming pool fence variance, a walk-in freezer installation, and a subdivision modification. The Board also approved numerous 2023 professional and food permit renewals and voted to object to the Eversource Vegetation Management Five-Year Plan.

• Approved swimming pool fence variance for 29-35 Uncle Mark’s Way (4-0-0)
• Approved walk-in freezer installation for Smitty’s Ice Cream at 210 Main Street (4-0-0)
• Approved subdivision modification for 44 Tonset Road including a drainage swale (4-0-0)
• Voted to write a letter objecting to Eversource Vegetation Management Five-Year Plan (4-0-0)
• Approved 106 food permits (3-0-0, one recusal)
• Approved 8 tobacco, 10 semi-public pool, 7 motel, 10 refuse hauler, 53 septic installer, and 25 septage hauler permits (all 4-0-0)
• Approved 2023 food establishment permit for Hole In One (4-0-0)
• Approved temporary food permits for Deepwater Dogs and Little Beach Baker (4-0-0)

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The Wastewater Management Advisory Committee will discuss a memo from Wright-Pierce on proposed new Title 5 requirements, review draft comments on those amendments, and review draft comments on proposed watershed permit regulations. No votes or decisions are listed.

• Review Wright-Pierce Memo on proposed new Title 5 requirements
• Review draft comments on proposed Title 5 amendments
• Review draft comments on proposed watershed permit regulations

The committee reviewed a presentation on draft MassDEP regulations regarding Watershed Permitting and Title 5 amendments. Members discussed how to proceed with comments and the importance of public communication on wastewater issues. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting at 12:10 p.m. (5-0-0)

Historical Commission

The Commission voted to implement a demolition delay for the late 1700s portion of a building at 12 West Road. Additionally, the board declined a request from the Select Board to actively modify rehabilitation plans for the Old Firehouse, asserting that compliance with SOI standards is the applicant's responsibility.

• Instituted Demolition Delay for the late 1700s portion of 12 West Road (5-0-0)
• Closed Public Hearing on 12 West Road (5-0-0)
• Declined active role in repairing/modifying Old Firehouse application to meet SOI standards (5-0-0)
• Approved March 22, 2022 minutes (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 PM (5-0-0)

Zoning Bylaw Task Force

The Orleans Zoning Bylaw Task Force will review draft language on minimum lot size for dwellings in business districts, accessory dwellings on panhandle lots, and setbacks for mechanical equipment. They will also receive an update on the inclusionary housing bylaw regarding payment in lieu of providing units, and approve past meeting minutes.

• Review draft language on minimum lot size for dwellings in business districts
• Review draft language on accessory dwellings on panhandle lots
• Review draft language on setbacks for mechanical equipment
• Update on inclusionary housing bylaw payment in lieu of providing housing units
• Approval of meeting minutes from Nov 3, 2021 and Oct 26, 2022

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee

This is a special annual election meeting to elect two Orleans representatives to the Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District Commission. One position requires a resident of the Historic District, the other may be any Orleans resident. Both terms run through December 31, 2026.

• Election of two Orleans representatives to the Old Kings Highway Regional Historic District Commission
• One position must be filled by a resident of the Historic District
• Four-year term ending December 31, 2026
• Nominations may be made from the floor at the meeting

Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners

The Board approved the FY24 draft budget and authorized over $31,000 in real estate tax liens. Several account abatements were granted, and a new drain layer's license was approved. The Board also received updates on the wastewater treatment plant's transition to operations.

• Approved FY24 Water Department draft budget (5-0-0)
• Approved October 2022 commitments totaling $1,225,918.12 (5-0-0)
• Approved $31,339.69 in real estate tax liens for 2022-2023 (5-0-0)
• Approved $604.44 abatement for 205 Tonset Road (5-0-0)
• Approved $55.00 abatement for 14 Lucy's Lane (5-0-0)
• Approved $11.73 interest and penalty abatement for 20 Portanimicut Rd (5-0-0)
• Approved drain layer's license application for Northeast Construction Septic Systems & Excavation Corp. (5-0-0)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Orleans Planning Board will hold public hearings on definitive subdivision plans for 20 Quanset Rd (The Coastal Companies) and 40 & 42 Jack Knife Point Road (Caroline Stewart Macon). The board will also review a proposed apartment development at 19A Cove Road (Cove Road Holdings), consider an approval-not-required application for 232 Tonset Road, and discuss the Orleans Comprehensive Plan update and FY24 budget recommendations.

• Definitive Subdivision Plan — The Coastal Companies — 20 Quanset Rd
• Definitive Subdivision Plan — Caroline Stewart Macon — 40 & 42 Jack Knife Point Road
• Review of proposed apartment development — Cove Road Holdings — 19A Cove Road
• Approval Not Required — Alexander Macielak & Happy Jack Holdings — 232 Tonset Road
• Orleans Comprehensive Plan — FY24 budget recommendations

The Board approved a definitive subdivision plan for 40 & 42 Jack Knife Point Road and recommended approval for an apartment development at 19A Cove Road. It also forwarded FY24 budget recommendations for the Orleans Comprehensive Plan to the Select Board. A subdivision plan for 20 Quanset Rd was deferred pending developer meetings with abutters.

• Approved Definitive Subdivision Plan for 40 & 42 Jack Knife Point Road (5-0-0)
• Waived street frontage requirements for Parcel B at Jack Knife Point Road (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval of four-apartment plan for 19A Cove Road (5-0-0)
• Authorized endorsement of Approval Not Required Plan for 232 Tonset Road (5-0-0)
• Forwarded FY24 Comprehensive Plan budget recommendations to Select Board (5-0-0)
• Voted to review 20 Quanset Rd subdivision plan after developer meets with abutters (5-0-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved November 8, 2022 minutes (4-0-1)

Registrar

The Orleans Board of Registrars will hold a public meeting to count overseas ballots received after November 8 and conduct any other business legally required to finalize State Election Results.

• Counting overseas ballots received after November 8
• Any other business legally required to finalize State Election Results

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved multiple variance requests for residential bedroom additions and pool fencing. It denied one request for a seventh bedroom at 261 Tonset Road due to lack of demonstrated hardship. The Board also approved a new food establishment permit for Las Chidas.

• Approved variance for one additional bedroom at 7 Champlain Road (4-0-0)
• Approved variance for a third bedroom at 5 Doane Road (4-0-0)
• Denied variance for a seventh bedroom at 261 Tonset Road (4-0-0)
• Approved septic system cover variances for 51 Forest Way (4-0-0)
• Approved 100-foot pool fence distance variance for 8 Finch Lane (4-0-0)
• Approved sewer hook-up extension for 98 Route 6A (4-0-0)
• Recognized 6 Sturbridge Drive as a four-bedroom house via variance (3-0-0)
• Approved 2023 food establishment permit for Las Chidas (3-0-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee voted to send a memorandum to the Select Board regarding concerns over Enterprise Fund accounting, asset management planning, and transparency. The committee also agreed to develop a new Debt Policy within three weeks.

• Approved sending memorandum to Select Board regarding Enterprise Fund Planning and Accounting (7-0)
• Agreed to form a subcommittee to develop draft material for a new Debt Policy within three weeks

Select Board

The Select Board approved a new annual all alcoholic beverages common victualler license for Cantina Bandida Corp. dba Las Chidas. The Board also authorized a grant application for the rehabilitation of the Old Firehouse and furloughed the New Fire and Rescue Feasibility Study Committee.

• Approved new liquor license for Cantina Bandida Corp. dba Las Chidas at 43 Route 6A (5-0-0)
• Furloughed the New Fire and Rescue Feasibility Study Committee (5-0-0)
• Approved submitting FY24 CPC application for Old Firehouse rehabilitation (5-0-0)
• Approved temporary business closure for Barley Neck Inn from Jan 8 to April 5, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Signed Special Town Election Warrant for December 6, 2022 (5-0-0)
• Approved 2023 Scholarship Trust Fund recommendations (5-0-0)
• Elected Maxine Minkoff to Planning Board as associate member (5-0-0)
• Appointed Karen Pierson to Cultural District Committee and David Jacobson as Cape Light Compact alternate (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the withdrawal of a variance application for a radio antenna. A special permit request for a deck extension was continued due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of Case# 2184 radio antenna application (3-0)
• Continued Case# 2189 deck extension special permit to December 21, 2022

Open Space Committee

The committee voted to apply for Community Preservation Committee (CPC) funds for a potential land acquisition off Tonset Road. Members also approved an application for annual administrative costs and appointed a Vice Chair.

• Approved application to the CPC for property acquisition off Tonset Road (3-0)
• Approved application for annual OSC administrative costs of approximately $15,000 (3-0)
• Appointed Stephanie Gaskill as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 21, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Decided not to aggressively pursue purchase of 6 Cedar Pond lot pending further review

Site Plan Review Committee

The Orleans Site Plan Review Committee will hold an informal review of a proposal by International Animal Welfare, Inc. to change the use of the property at 115 Route 6A from retail. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its October 5, 2022 meeting.

• Informal review: International Animal Welfare, Inc., 115 Route 6A — change of use from retail
• Approval of minutes from October 5, 2022

The Site Plan Review Committee waived the formal site plan requirement for International Animal Welfare, Inc. and issued a statement of support for their application to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The proposed facility will transition a former automobile parts retail site into a marine mammal rehabilitation center.

• Waived Formal Site Plan for International Animal Welfare, Inc. at 115 Route 6A (5-0-0)
• Voted to submit a statement of support for the IFAW application to the Zoning Board of Appeals (5-0-0)
• Approved October 5, 2022 minutes (3-0-2)

Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board

The Select Board and Affordable Housing Trust Board (AHTB) decided to conduct informal conversations with developers before issuing a formal RFP for the Governor Prence site. The Select Board also approved funding for a study on the use of a building at that location. A four-person lead committee was established to manage the redevelopment process.

• Approved informal conversations with developers for Governor Prence site (Select Board 5-0-0; AHTB 7-0-0)
• Approved funding for a study on the use of the building at 66-76 Route 6A (Select Board 5-0-0)
• Established a four-person lead committee for the redevelopment process
• Approved October 18, 2022 minutes (6-0-1)

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved landscaping at 5 Bay View Dr and dock reconstruction at 66 Pershing Ln. A request for a drywell and pavers at 39 Cove Rd was denied, and a porch addition at 33 Herring Brook Wy was denied with a direction to file a Notice of Intent.

• Approved landscaping and stone walls at 5 Bay View Dr (7-0-0)
• Approved dock and pier reconstruction at 66 Pershing Ln (7-0-0)
• Denied RDA for drywell and pavers at 39 Cove Rd (6-0-0)
• Approved one-story addition at 43 Gosnold Rd (6-0-1)
• Denied administrative review for porch at 33 Herring Brook Wy; directed applicant to file Notice of Intent (7-0-0)
• Approved motion to send letter to MDAR opposing herbicide and pesticide use in Eversource Vegetation Management Plan (7-0-0)
• Continued hearing for 31 Great Oak Rd to 12/6/22 (7-0-0)
• Continued enforcement project at 21 Seacrest Dr to 12/6/22 (7-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board and Affordable Housing Trust Board agreed to conduct informal conversations with developers before issuing a formal RFP for the Governor Prence site at 66-76 Route 6A. The Select Board also approved funding for a study regarding the use of a previously tenanted building on the property.

• Approved proceeding with informal conversations with developers for the Governor Prence site (Select Board 5-0-0; AHTB 7-0-0)
• Approved funding a study for the use of the previously tenanted building at 66-76 Route 6A (5-0-0)
• Established a four-person lead committee for the redevelopment process consisting of both Board chairs, the Director of Planning and Development, and the Affordable Housing Coordinator

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Facilities Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the building program for meeting rooms, including the Cape Cod/Local History Room, group study rooms, auditorium, multipurpose room, small conference room, and kitchenette. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting.

• Vote on approval of October 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Cape Cod/Local History Room
• Discussion of Group Study/Small Meeting Rooms
• Discussion of Auditorium/Large Meeting Room
• Discussion of Multipurpose Activities Room

The committee discussed revisions to the library's building program, including room capacities and layouts. The committee decided to maintain four meeting rooms rather than reducing the count to three.

• Approved minutes from October 25, 2022 meeting (7-0-0)
• Decided to keep four meeting rooms as currently programmed
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Marion Craine Gallery Committee will meet to approve minutes, review a financial report, hear the library director's report, and discuss the upcoming exhibit schedule. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2022 meeting
• Financial report by Tavi Prugno
• Library director's report by Tavi Prugno
• Review of gallery schedule by exhibit coordinator Tom Genereux

The committee approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting and decided to maintain the 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. timeframe for artist receptions in 2023. The board reviewed the current gallery schedule and received a financial report showing an account balance of $1,702.15.

• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Decided to continue 11-1 pm timing for 2023 artist receptions
• Scheduled next meeting for December 20th at 4:30

New Fire Rescue Station Feasibility Study Committee

The committee accepted a report on space needs and location alternatives for a new fire-rescue station. The committee voted to recommend that the Select Board furlough the committee until a feasible building site is acquired.

• Approved August 11, 2022 meeting minutes (7/0/0)
• Voted to accept the Kaestle Boos Associates Milestone #1 Report and submit it to the Select Board (7/0/0)
• Approved recommendation to the Select Board to furlough the Committee until a feasible building site is acquired (7/0/0)

Energy & Climate Action Committee

The committee approved a motion requiring all new or renovated municipal buildings to include feasible solar, energy efficiency, and electrification systems or provide a technical analysis for their absence. The committee also voted to cooperate with the board of water and sewer commissioners to explore renewable energy use at the watershed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved motion requiring municipal buildings being renovated or newly constructed to include technically feasible solar, energy efficiency, and electrification of heating and cooling, or provide a technical analysis for their exclusion (7-0)
• Approved motion to cooperate with the board of water and sewer commissioners to explore using the watershed for renewable energy (4-1-1)

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The Wastewater Management Advisory Committee is preparing for a second joint meeting with Eastham to discuss sharing nitrogen removal responsibilities and costs for the Nauset Harbor and Rock Harbor watersheds. The committee will also review draft state watershed permit regulations and consider how to plan for future growth in nitrogen loads. The meeting includes discussion of memos from Wright-Pierce on these topics.

• Review of Wright-Pierce memo on preparing for second Orleans/Eastham meeting, including proposed 50/50 cost sharing for model updates
• Discussion of draft DEP Watershed Permit Regulations (314 CMR 21.00)
• Review of Wright-Pierce memo on planning for growth in nitrogen loads, referencing 2010 CWMP projections
• Review of SMAST memorandum on Nauset Estuary tidal volume changes between 2001 and 2019
• Approval of minutes from October 27 and November 3, 2022 meetings

The committee approved the meeting minutes from October 27 and November 3, 2022. Members discussed wastewater management coordination with the town of Eastham, the impact of future growth on nitrogen loads, and draft DEP watershed permit regulations.

• Approved October 27, 2022 minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 minutes (4-0-2)

Architectural Review Committee

The Architectural Review Committee approved the installation of roof-mounted solar arrays at 14 Cove Road. The committee also discussed landscaping for a solar project at the Church of the Holy Spirit, but no vote was taken on that item.

• Approved installation of 84 roof-mounted solar panels at 14 Cove Road (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes from the October 27th meeting (4-0-1)

Historical Commission

The Commission approved applications for a historic properties research project and an archaeological survey. It also voted to utilize a CPC consultant for grant reviews and declined to support the current Old Firehouse renovation application.

• Approved CPC application for Enhanced Historic Properties Research and Documentation (5-0-0)
• Approved continued development and submission of CPC application for an archaeological survey (5-0-0)
• Approved use of CPC administrative funds for a consultant to evaluate adherence to Secretary of Interior Standards (5-0-0)
• Voted to send statement to Select Board not supporting the Old Firehouse renovation application at 44 Main Street (5-0-0)
• Approved public education subcommittee minutes from April 17 and June 16, 2022 (3-0-0)
• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The Bike and Pedestrian and Traffic and Safety Committee will review a report from the task force on the Beach Road multi-modal path. Members will also discuss their committee charge, update DPW roadway projects, and address specific traffic safety concerns from residents.

• Review of Beach Road multi-modal path report from task force
• Discussion of committee charge
• Update on DPW roadway projects underway or in design phase
• Traffic safety concerns on Daley Terrace, at Main/Barley Neck/Beach, and near Route 28/532/536 South Orleans Road

Select Board

The Select Board approved a ballot question for the January 10, 2023 election to allow a debt exclusion for Nauset Regional High School renovation costs. The Board also approved a utility pole installation on Old Colony Way and voted to refile legislation regarding sewer betterment assessments.

• Approved ballot question for Nauset Regional High School debt exclusion (5-0-0)
• Approved petition for Verizon New England and Eversource Energy to install one jointly-owned pole on Old Colony Way (5-0-0)
• Voted to refile legislation for the Sewer Betterment allocation method and rescind Chapter 381 of the Act of 2008 (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a joint meeting with the Select Board, Energy & Climate Action Committee, and Finance Committee for an open discussion on priorities and challenges for the upcoming budget, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and long-term planning. The agenda contains only this discussion item and adjournment.

• Joint meeting with Select Board, Energy & Climate Action Committee, and Finance Committee
• Open discussion on budget, CIP, and long-term planning priorities and challenges

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee met jointly with the Select Board, Planning Board, and Energy & Climate Action Committee to discuss strategic priorities for the upcoming budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). No formal policy decisions were made; the session served as a listening meeting to coordinate long-term planning and quality-of-life investments.

• Adjourned Finance Committee meeting at 8:10pm (Unanimous)

Cultural Council

The Council approved a motion for the Chair to write a letter of support for the 44 Main Firehouse redesign. Members reviewed the current grant tracker and distributed 32 grant applications for consideration at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved motion for Chair to write letter of support for 44 Main Firehouse redesign

Board of Assessors

The Board approved 12 Chapter 61 applications for FY 2024 and several motor vehicle and boat abatements. Members also discussed a residential exemption to provide tax relief for year-round residents and recommended the Select Board keep the option for adoption.

• Approved 12 Chapter 61 applications for FY 2024 (2-0)
• Approved 13 motor vehicle abatements for 2022 totaling $665.01 (2-0)
• Approved 3 motor vehicle abatements for 2020 totaling $260.21 (2-0)
• Approved 8 boat abatements for 2023 totaling $188.76 (2-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 minutes as written (2-0)
• Unanimously supported recommending the Select Board keep the residential exemption option on the table (2-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is opening a public hearing for a definitive subdivision plan at 40 & 42 Jack Knife Point Road for procedural purposes only, with no presentation or public comment. The hearing will be continued to November 22, 2022.

• Public hearing for definitive subdivision plan at 40 & 42 Jack Knife Point Road
• Hearing continued to November 22, 2022 at 4:00 PM

The Planning Board held a hybrid meeting to open a public hearing for procedural purposes. The hearing regarding a definitive subdivision plan was postponed to a later date.

• Postponed public hearing for Caroline Stewart Macon's subdivision plan at 40 & 42 Jack Knife Point Road to November 22, 2022 (3-0-0)

Charter Review Committee

The committee approved its 2023 meeting calendar and reached a consensus for the Clerk to draft a factual Annual Report. Members discussed the failure of several Charter articles at a recent Special Town Meeting and coordinated future collaboration with a Town Manager search consultant.

• Approved August 15, 2022 minutes (7-0-0)
• Approved October 3, 2022 minutes (5-0-2)
• Agreed by consensus for Clerk to prepare the Annual Report for a Jan 9 vote
• Set 2023 meeting dates for Jan 9, Jan 30, Feb 6, Feb 27, Mar 6, Mar 20, and Apr 3

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on several operational items, including a Village Green walkway revision, a meeting with the Finance Committee, an environmental assessment of the library, and a closure on December 24, 2022. The agenda also includes standard reports from the chair, director, and Friends representative.

• Village Green walkway revision discussion and vote
• Trustees meeting with Finance Committee vote
• Environmental assessment of library discussion and vote
• Saturday, December 24, 2022 closure vote

The Board of Trustees approved funding for a communication strategy and a CPC application for an archives room preservation assessment. They also approved the FY '24 Action Plan and a library closure on November 23.

• Approved up to $10,000 for a communication program and feasibility study
• Approved CPC application for $8,800 archives room preservation assessment (5-0)
• Approved FY '24 Action Plan
• Approved library closure for employees on Wednesday, November 23
• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved a bedroom designation and housing code variance for 8 Standish Road and approved a land subdivision for 40 & 42 Jack Knife Point Road. The Board also received a presentation on the distribution of approximately $197,000 in Opioid Abatement Funds.

• Designated 8 Standish Road as an existing three-bedroom dwelling (4-0-0)
• Approved housing code variance for 8 Standish Road conditioned on Title V septic system approval (4-0-0)
• Approved subdivision of 40 & 42 Jack Knife Point Road provided lots meet OSSDR Title V and Nutrient Management Code standards (4-0-0)
• Agreed to establish a timeline and explore regional collaboration for Opioid Abatement Funds usage

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee approved its FY24 budget and passed minutes from September and October meetings. Members discussed the need for a strategic plan and expressed concerns regarding Enterprise Fund transparency and tax levy sustainability.

• Approved FY24 Finance Committee Budget (7-0)
• Approved 9/22/22 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Approved 10/6/22 meeting minutes (6-0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee approved the minutes from its September 1, 2022, meeting. Members discussed the committee's discretionary authority regarding grant recommendations and reviewed the status of various town preservation and housing projects.

• Approved September 1, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0-0)

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The Wastewater Management Advisory Committee is meeting to review materials for a quarterly report to the Select Board. The agenda contains only this single substantive item plus procedural items.

• Review of Quarterly Report Materials for November 9, 2022 Select Board Meeting

The committee discussed a wastewater presentation and progress on the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan to be shared with the Select Board on November 9, 2022. Members reviewed letters regarding wastewater progress provided by Wright-Pierce.

• Adjourned meeting at 10:30 a.m. (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved special permits for a barn at 14 Prides Path and renovations at 34 Thayer Lane. A special permit for workforce housing at 19A Cove Road was approved pending a Planning Board recommendation. Several other cases were continued to future dates.

• Approved special permit for barn at 14 Prides Path (5-0)
• Approved special permit for renovations at 34 Thayer Lane (5-0)
• Approved special permit for apartments at 19A Cove Road pending Planning Board recommendation (5-0)
• Approved amended decision in Case #2178/Kinney (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from Sept 21 and Oct 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Case #2177 (36 Arey’s Lane) to December 7, 2022 (4-0)
• Continued Case #2184 (15 Bog Hollow Road) to November 16, 2022 (5-0)
• Elected Lynne Eickholt as representative to the Zoning Bylaw Task Force

Select Board

The Select Board voted to enter contract negotiations with Charles Sumner for an interim Town Manager term from January to March 2023. The Board also authorized the Police Chief to begin hiring for three vacancies and approved out-of-state professional development travel for the Fire Chief.

• Approved entering contract negotiations with Charles Sumner as interim Town Manager (5-0-0)
• Approved entering contract negotiations with Carter Terenzini as backup interim Town Manager (5-0-0)
• Authorized Fire Chief Deering to undertake out-of-state travel for professional development (5-0-0)
• Authorized Police Chief to initiate hiring process for potentially three vacancies (5-0-0)
• Authorized Chair to draft a comment letter to MDAR regarding Eversource's Vegetation Management Plan (5-0-0)

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Board of Trustees will vote on the FY24 library budget and action plan, as well as two Community Preservation Committee (CPC) applications: one for a Village Green walkway and another for an Archives Room Preservation Assessment. The meeting also includes reports from the chair, director, and Friends representative, plus updates on the library parking lot renovations and the Facilities Advisory Committee.

• Vote on CPC application for Village Green walkway
• Vote on CPC application for Archives Room Preservation Assessment
• Vote on FY24 Library Budget
• Vote on FY24 Action Plan approval
• Vote on Wednesday, November 23rd 5 pm closure

Cultural District Committee

The committee approved an application for a $2,500 MCC Festival Grant to support Winterfest. Members also discussed potential funding from an AFCC grant and a $15,000 MCC grant for fiscal year 2023.

• Approved application for $2,500 MCC Festival Grant (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Committee

The committee reviewed updates from the Director of Planning and Community Development regarding ADU zoning and potential by-law amendments. Members were assigned to review the committee charge and propose goals for the next meeting. An RFP for updated data work will be advertised in November.

• Approved minutes with corrections (3-0-0)
• Assigned members to read committee charge and bring goal ideas to next meeting

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved a three-year project extension for 18 Countryside Drive and a Certificate of Compliance for 81 Brick Hill Rd. Several other applications were continued to November 15, 2022, to allow for additional information or revised plans. The board also voted to send a list of priorities, including climate issues and public education, to the Select Board.

• Approved 3-year extension for addition at 18 Countryside Drive (7-0-0)
• Approved Certificate of Compliance for driveway at 81 Brick Hill Rd (7-0-0)
• Continued Orleans Yacht Club drywell/paver application to 11/15/22 (6-0-0)
• Continued Enforcement Order for 21 Seacrest Drive to 11/15/22 (7-0-0)
• Approved consulting the Chair regarding new board appointments (7-0-0)
• Approved sending priorities on climate, education, and funding to Select Board (7-0-0)
• Approved sending thank-you letters to Ron Collins, Tom Daley, and Nate Sears (7-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of 10/18/22 (7-0-0)

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The Orleans Bike and Pedestrian Safety Committee will meet to review past plans and recommendations for improving safe biking and walking routes from the village center to Nauset Beach, and will develop a strategy to present to the larger committee.

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The Wastewater Management Advisory Committee will review memos on shared watershed needs with Eastham and potential nitrogen removal in Mill Pond. The committee is also discussing a nitrogen load allocation approach for the Nauset Estuary and an estuarine water quality database review.

• Review of Wright-Pierce memo on initial Eastham/Orleans meeting for shared watershed needs
• Review of Wright-Pierce memo on potential nitrogen removal needs in Mill Pond watershed
• Review of GHD memo on Nauset Estuary nitrogen load allocation approach
• Review of SMAST technical memorandum on Nauset Estuary/Town Cove water quality database

The Committee discussed several memoranda regarding nitrogen load allocations and water quality in the Nauset Estuary and Mill Pond watershed. No policy changes or project approvals were decided, as members noted that formal decisions depend on Department of Environmental Protection regulations. The committee approved the minutes from the October 13, 2022 meeting.

• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0-0)

Zoning Bylaw Task Force

The Zoning Bylaw Task Force will meet to review its official charge and discuss several zoning amendments forwarded by the Planning Board. Items include allowing accessory dwellings on panhandle lots, requiring setbacks for mechanical equipment, and an inclusionary housing bylaw that would allow payments in lieu of providing housing units. The group will also discuss other issues under Planning Board review, such as minimum lot sizes in business districts and regulating large gatherings in residential districts.

• Accessory Dwellings on Panhandle Lots
• Require Setbacks for Mechanical Equipment
• Inclusionary Housing Bylaw — Payment in lieu of providing housing units
• Minimum Lot Size in Business Districts
• Regulating Large Gatherings in Residence Districts

Planning Board

The Orleans Planning Board will discuss a revised comprehensive plan, prepare for a Select Board planning conversation, and follow up on zoning issues including minimum lot sizes in downtown business districts and large gatherings in residence districts. The board will also receive committee reports and consider a holiday meeting schedule.

• Definitive Subdivision Plan — The Coastal Companies — 20 Quanset Rd
• Orleans Comprehensive Plan — Revised 'Planning with a Purpose'
• Preparation for Select Board 'Planning Conversation', November 9, 2022
• Zoning Follow-Up: Minimum Lot Size in Downtown Business Districts
• Zoning Follow-Up: Large Gatherings in Residence District

The Board voted to have the Planning Director draft a bylaw regarding minimum lot sizes in Downtown Business Districts. A public hearing for a subdivision plan at 20 Quanset Road was postponed, and the December 27 meeting was cancelled.

• Requested Planning Director draft bylaw for minimum lot sizes in Downtown Business Districts (5-0-0)
• Postponed public hearing for 20 Quanset Road subdivision plan to November 22, 2022 (5-0-0)
• Cancelled December 27, 2022 meeting (5-0-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Facilities Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the building program for youth services and children's areas, including the Children's Room, Children's Program Room, Youth Services Activities Room, Young Adult Room, and Youth Services Office. The meeting will also include a vote on the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion of building program for youth services and children's areas
• Vote on approval of minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting

The committee discussed revisions to the library's building program to align square footage with other area libraries. Consultant Cheryl Bryan provided recommendations to reduce space in children's areas and modify furniture and desk configurations. No formal votes were taken on the building program changes.

• Approved minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting (8-0-0)

Finance Committee

The Orleans Finance Committee met to debrief the October 17 Special Town Meeting, noting that four warrant articles were changed after printing and after the committee had voted. The Short-Term Rental Bylaw failed 181-251, and the Fertilizer Ban passed narrowly 204-200 but requires state approval. The committee also voted 5-0 to proceed with a CPC application for Old Fire House renovation funding.

• Approved minutes of 10/17/22 meeting (6-0)
• Voted 5-0 to proceed with CPC application for Old Fire House renovation funding
• Noted Short-Term Rental Bylaw failed (181-251)
• Noted Fertilizer Ban passed (204-200) but requires state action
• Discussed changes to 4 warrant articles after printing and Fin Comm votes
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Marion Craine Gallery Committee will meet to vote on an exhibit application from artist John Tunney and approve minutes from the previous meeting. They will also receive financial and library director reports and review the gallery schedule.

• Vote on exhibit application by artist John Tunney
• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting
• Financial report by Tavi Prugno
• Library director's report by Tavi Prugno
• Review of gallery schedule by Tom Genereux

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The committee will review memos from Wright-Pierce regarding coordination with Eastham and watershed permitting. Members will also discuss sewer extension priorities and Mill Pond water quality.

• Review of Wright-Pierce memo dated October 6, 2022, regarding Eastham coordination
• Review of Wright-Pierce memo dated October 5, 2022, regarding MADEP watershed permitting
• Discussion of sewer extension priorities
• Discussion of Mill Pond water quality

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The committee will review a traffic study for the Ember Garden Marijuana Retailer at 41 Route 6A. Members will also discuss DPW roadway projects and respond to a Cape Cod Commission request regarding Saltonstall Bikeway and CCRT signage.

• Review of Traffic Study for Ember Garden Marijuana Retailer at 41 Route 6A
• Response to Cape Cod Commission request regarding Saltonstall Bikeway and CCRT signage
• Request for CPC funding letter of support for an accessible walkway on Village Green by Snow Library
• Update of DPW roadway projects

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss follow-up items regarding zoning bylaws and a home rule petition concerning fertilizer use. The board will also receive reports from three town committees.

• Zoning bylaw discussions on temporary and real estate signs
• Review of Yarmouth, MA Inclusionary Housing Bylaw
• Minimum lot size in Business Districts
• Large gatherings in Residence Districts
• Home rule petition regarding fertilizer use

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and director reports. The board is scheduled to vote on a Facilities Advisory Committee membership and an archives preservation grant.

• Vote on Facilities Advisory Committee membership for Lindsey Goodman
• Vote on Archives Preservation Assessment CPC grant
• Discussion of Town Green Walkway/CPC Application

Site Plan Review Committee

The Site Plan Review Committee will meet to conduct an informal review of a proposed fitness facility. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from the September 21, 2022 meeting.

• Informal review for Mass Strength & Conditioning fitness facility at 9 West Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct an initial review of potential 2023 zoning amendments. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Rock Harbor commercial wharf facility improvements and trail head sign improvements.

• Initial review of potential 2023 zoning amendments
• Chapter 91: Rock Harbor commercial wharf facility improvements
• Conservation areas: Trail head sign improvements
• Correspondence regarding Housing Assistance Corp at 107 Main Street

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing a memo from Wright-Pierce dated September 15, 2022. Discussion includes watershed permitting and nitrogen trading.

• Review of Wright-Pierce memo (September 15, 2022)
• Review of Wright-Pierce slides regarding watershed permitting and nitrogen trading
• Approval of September 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Site Plan Review Committee

The Site Plan Review Committee is holding informal reviews for two projects. The body will discuss equipment installations at an existing cell tower and the replacement of a residence with a commercial building.

• Dish Wireless: Installation of three antennas at 15 Locust Road and a 5’ x 7’ steel ground platform
• Ember Gardens: Demolition of a residence and construction of a cannabis retail dispensary at 41 Route 6A
• Approval of September 7, 2022 meeting minutes

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Facilities Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the building program review charge and the consultant's approach to that review. The committee will also discuss a communication plan and schedule future meeting dates.

• Facilities Advisory Committee Building Program review charge
• Consultant's approach to Building Program review
• Communication Plan

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Marion Craine Gallery Committee will meet to review artist presentations and the gallery schedule. The board will also receive financial and director's reports.

• Vote on Greg Johnson artist presentation
• Vote on John Tunney artist presentation
• Review of Gallery Schedule by Exhibit Coordinator Tom Genereux
• Financial Report by Tavi Prugno
• Library Director’s Report by Tavi Prugno

Human Services Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to reorganize for the new year and set a 2023 meeting schedule. Members will review the FY24 application and discuss adding two new members to the committee.

• Review of FY24 application
• Discussion on adding 2 new committee members
• Setting meeting dates for January 2023 onwards

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The Bike and Pedestrian and Traffic and Safety Committee will discuss its charge and name. Members will review current and design-phase DPW roadway projects and road layouts in Orleans. The meeting includes discussions on traffic safety at Old Colony Way and the Rt 6A/Stop and Shop intersection.

• DPW roadway projects underway or in design phase
• Road layouts in Orleans
• Old Colony Way traffic and speeding concerns
• Rt 6A/Stop and Shop intersection sight line and pedestrian concerns
• Discussion of committee charge and name

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The Wastewater Management Advisory Committee is reviewing planning documents for a CWMP update. The committee will also evaluate various options for sewer extensions.

• Review of August 31, 2022 memo from Mike Giggey, Wright-Pierce regarding CWMP Update
• Review of September 1, 2022 memo from Mike Giggey, Wright-Pierce regarding Sewer Extension Options
• Approval of minutes from the August 25, 2022 meeting

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and director reports. The board is scheduled to vote on several items including landscaping for the library sewer pump station and support for Fertilizer Home Rule.

• Facilities Advisory Committee update (vote)
• Library sewer pump station landscaping next steps (vote)
• Support for Fertilizer Home Rule (vote)
• Library as a test site for native vs grass/irrigation (vote)
• Meeting with Finance Committee (vote)

Site Plan Review Committee

The Site Plan Review Committee is meeting to conduct an informal review of a project by Washashore Music. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from August 17, 2022.

• Informal review of addition and renovation at 12 Cove Road to add a second-floor dwelling unit

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee

The Old King’s Highway Regional Historic District Committee will consider five applications for property modifications and new construction. The committee will also review the minutes from the August 4, 2022 meeting.

• Application for 12’ x 16’ shed at 22 Sky Meadow Drive
• Application for solar at 50 Bakers Pond Road
• Application to demolish shed and replace with 10’ x 14’ shed at 2 Ellis Circle
• Application for 10’ x 14’ shed at 55 Captain Linnell Road
• Continuation of new construction application for 17 Nells Way

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The committee will review two memos from Wright-Pierce dated August 16 and August 17, 2022. Members will also discuss nitrogen reductions and the relationship between zoning, Title V, and nutrient management regulations.

• Review of Wright-Pierce memo dated August 16, 2022
• Review of Wright-Pierce memo dated August 17, 2022
• Discussion of nitrogen reductions to date
• Discussion of zoning, Title V, and nutrient management regulations

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue discussions regarding minimum lot sizes in downtown districts using a memorandum and parcel maps. The meeting also includes reviews of the draft Home Rule Charter Article 9 and various committee reports.

• Discussion of evaluation of lot sizes in downtown districts
• Review of draft Home Rule Charter Chapter 9 regarding Planning and the Environment
• Reports from Water & Sewer, Community Preservation, Governor Prence Planning, and Community Center Feasibility committees

Site Plan Review Committee

The Site Plan Review Committee will conduct an informal review for a commercial-to-residential conversion at 19A Cove Road. The committee will also hold a formal review for the development of 14 affordable rental units at 107 Main Street.

• Informal review: Convert commercial offices to residential units at 19A Cove Road
• Formal review: Develop 14 affordable rental units at 107 Main Street
• Approval of July 6, 2022, meeting minutes

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to elect officers and establish a regular meeting schedule. Members will discuss the prioritization of eight proposed sewer extensions and compliance with the PB Watershed Permit. The body will also address planning for Watershed Permits with Eastham and pond protection.

• Prioritization of 8 proposed sewer extensions
• Compliance with PB Watershed Permit
• Watershed Permits with Eastham for Nauset and Rock Harbor
• Potential Title 5 amendment (I/A’s)
• Preparation of an amended CWMP

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a comprehensive permit application for the Housing Assistance Corporation at 107 Main Street. The board will also consider an advisory opinion regarding minimum lot sizes for dwellings in business districts and review proposed Home Rule Charter amendments.

• Comprehensive permit application for Housing Assistance Corporation at 107 Main Street
• Advisory opinion request on minimum lot size for dwellings in business districts
• Review of revised public hearing draft articles for Home Rule Charter amendments
• Agway - 22 lots Hollow Road (approval not required)
• Appointments for Economic Development Committee, Post-Sewer Hardscape Improvement Task Force, and Zoning Bylaw Task Force

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee

The Old King’s Highway Regional Historic District Committee will consider an application for a development at 17 Nells Way. The proposal includes the demolition of existing structures and the construction of residential rental units.

• Application for 17 Nells Way to remove four concrete domed modules, a free standing structure, and a mall structure false facade
• Proposal to construct 42 residential rental units (one and two bedroom apartments)
• Proposal for six residential buildings, one office/maintenance building, and three sloped roof cottage buildings along Rte. 6A
• Plan for 90+ parking spaces, including repurposed mall garage parking
• Proposal for five affordable apartments and workforce rental housing

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Marion Craine Gallery Committee is meeting to review the gallery schedule and receive financial and director reports. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Financial Report
• Library Director’s Report
• Exhibit Coordinator’s Review of Gallery Schedule

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a reorganization of its leadership and review an economic development status report. The meeting includes discussions on proposed short-term rental and temporary sign bylaws, as well as noise code regulations.

• Proposed Short-term Rental Bylaw
• Temporary Signs — Zoning Bylaw
• Orleans Town Code, Chapter 120, Noise
• Wastewater Management Advisory Committee Charge

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and director reports. The board is scheduled to vote on a building program revision and the approval of a Marion Craine Gallery Committee member.

• Vote on Building Program Revision
• Vote on Marion Craine Gallery Committee Member approval

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee

The Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee will meet to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for New Surf Properties LLC. The request involves removing existing logos and signage and replacing them with new ones.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: New Surf Properties LLC, 251 MA 6A (signage replacement)

Site Plan Review Committee

The Site Plan Review Committee will hold an informal review for a project by the Housing Assistance Corporation. The proposal involves developing 14 affordable rental units under M.G.L. Chapter 40B. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from four previous meetings.

• Informal review of 14 affordable rental units at 107 Main Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss the commercialization of residential districts and the charge for the Wastewater Management Advisory Committee. The board will also review a lot release request and a project involving 22 lots on Hollow Rd.

• Agway of Orleans: 22 lots on Hollow Rd (approval not required)
• Lot release request: Harry Hunt at 232 Tonset Road
• Wastewater Management Advisory Committee charge and nominee
• Discussion on commercialization of residential districts

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The Bike and Pedestrian Committee is meeting to discuss combining their group with the Traffic and Parking Safety committee. The session includes time for public comment and the approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion on combining Bike and Pedestrian committee with Traffic and Parking Safety committee

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Marion Craine Gallery Committee will meet to review the gallery schedule and hear reports from the Library Director and financial officer. The committee will also consider a membership application for David Mills.

• Vote on approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review and vote on the Gallery Schedule
• Vote on David Mills' application for committee membership

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review the draft Economic Development Plan dated April 26, 2022. The meeting includes a review of Home Rule Charter Chapter 9 and reports from several town committees.

• Draft Economic Development Plan (dated April 26, 2022)
• Review of Home Rule Charter, Chapter 9
• Reports from Water & Sewer Commissioners, Community Preservation Committee, Governor Prence Planning Committee, and Community Center Feasibility Task Force
• Approval of Planning Board minutes from April 12 and April 26, 2022

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to elect officers and establish the 2022-2023 meeting schedule. The body will also review the status of current projects including a landscaping plan and an archiving grant.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, Corresponding Secretary, and Marion Craine Gallery Committee Liaison
• Vote on Trustees meeting dates and times for 2022-2023
• Review of fine free status
• Review of landscaping plan
• Review of archiving grant and strategic plan follow-up

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The Bike and Pedestrian Committee is meeting to discuss communications and approve previous minutes. The primary action item is a vote on how to allocate remaining traffic account funds for safety signage.

• Vote on spending $12,000 in the traffic account for solar radar display signs
• Vote on spending $12,000 in the traffic account for 'walk left/ride right' and other bike and pedestrian signage

Site Plan Review Committee

The Site Plan Review Committee is meeting to conduct an informal review of a renovation project. The committee will discuss proposed changes to a building and parking lot.

• Informal review for 143 Route 6A: renovation including new foundation, new windows, and demolition of rear portion
• Proposed addition of approximately 552 s.f. at 143 Route 6A
• Proposed restoration of parking lot at 143 Route 6A

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The committee will meet to review financial and director reports. The agenda includes votes on previous meeting minutes and the upcoming gallery schedule.

• Approval of February 22, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of Gallery Schedule featuring Fred Di Maggio and Ellen Burleigh

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Board of Trustees will meet virtually to review reports and conduct old and new business. The primary action item is a vote regarding the approval of the FY23-27 Strategic Plan.

• Vote on Snow Library FY23-27 Strategic Plan approval

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee

The Committee will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property renovation. The request includes work on the existing dwelling, porch, and basement.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: Warren Brewer, Jr. LLC, 38 Anchor Drive (renovation of dwelling, porch, and basement)

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The Bike and Pedestrian Committee is meeting to discuss the Complete Streets Prioritization Plan. The body will review the construction of a sidewalk on Main Street from Rt 28 east, including funding and timelines.

• Discussion on reconstructing/constructing sidewalk on Main Street from Rt 28 east
• Update on matters from the Traffic & Parking Study Committee
• Review of brochure distribution assignments
• Volunteer roles for Family Fun Day

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hear a presentation of the draft Economic Development Plan by Streetsense. The meeting includes a session for questions, comments, and discussion of next steps.

• Lot release for Donald and Laurie Williams on Skaket Beach Road
• Presentation of Draft Economic Development Plan by Streetsense

Site Plan Review Committee

The Site Plan Review Committee is meeting to conduct a formal review for Coastal Storage, LLC. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 6, 2022 meeting.

• Formal review for Coastal Storage, LLC regarding a change of use at 5 Giddiah Hill Road
• Approval of April 6, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review the Economic Development Plan and discuss zoning for Panhandle Lots. The meeting also includes committee reports and a vote to cancel the May 10, 2022, meeting.

• Economic Development Plan review
• Zoning discussion regarding Panhandle Lots
• Vote to cancel May 10, 2022 meeting
• Correspondence regarding Outdoor Entertainment Licenses

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Board will review reports from the Chair, Financial Officer, and Library Director. The agenda includes a presentation and vote regarding a landscape design plan with Tom Daley.

• Landscape design plan presentation and vote with Tom Daley

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee

The Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee will meet to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a solar project. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from the March 3, 2022 meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for solar at 16 Defiance Lane (Abe Boyle)

Site Plan Review Committee

The committee will conduct informal reviews for a covered outdoor seating area at 23 West Road and parking lot modifications at 40 Main Street. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from February and March 2022.

• Informal review: The Beacon Room, 23 West Road (covered outdoor seating area)
• Informal review: TD Bank at 40 Main Street (parking lot and pedestrian access modifications)
• Approval of minutes from February 16, 2022
• Approval of minutes from March 16, 2022

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss various topics including a letter regarding traffic and parking, online presence, and bike lights. The agenda also includes member recruitment and updates on the hardscape task force and kids biking fair.

• Letter to traffic and parking
• Discussion of online presence
• J1 workers and Bike lights
• Hardscape task force report
• Kids biking fair

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet remotely to review draft recommendations for the Economic Development Plan prepared by Streetsense. The meeting also includes committee reports and the approval of previous minutes.

• Review of draft Economic Development Plan recommendations (Streetsense)
• Reports from Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners
• Reports from Community Preservation Committee
• Reports from Governor Prence Planning Committee
• Reports from Community Center Feasibility Task Force

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is discussing the FY23 budget, the FY24-28 Capital Improvement Plan, and the FY23 Capital Budget. The body is also reviewing and voting on draft articles for the May 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant.

• Proposed projects and funding strategies from the Community Preservation Committee
• Sewer projects and planning cost considerations following Select Board meeting with BOWSC
• Voting on draft Town Meeting Warrant articles
• Review of FY23 Budget and FY24-28 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)

Site Plan Review Committee

The committee will conduct informal reviews for two projects. One involves installing electric vehicle charging stations at 24 Route 6A, and the other concerns a 42-unit apartment construction at 17 Nells Way.

• Stop & Shop: Installation of two EV Charging Stations/Display Kiosks at 24 Route 6A
• Orleans Plaza: Construction of 42 residential apartments at 17 Nells Way
• Approval of February 2, 2022, meeting minutes

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review the FY23 Cape Tech budget and activities. Members will also discuss the FY23 budget, the FY24-28 Capital Improvement Plan, and the draft warrant index for the Annual Town Meeting.

• Review of FY23 Cape Tech Budget with Business Administrator Erin Orcutt
• Discussion of FY23 Budget and FY24-28 CIP
• Review of Draft Warrant Index for Annual Town Meeting
• Update on sewer projects planning and cost considerations
• Discussion of long-term planning, capital planning, and debt

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public scenic tree hearing regarding Eversource. The board will also discuss local comprehensive plan guidance from the Cape Cod Commission and a representative for outdoor entertainment licensing.

• Public scenic tree hearing for Eversource
• Cape Cod Commission local comprehensive plan guidance
• Request for Planning Board representative for outdoor entertainment licensing

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee

The Committee will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of solar panels at 114 Bakers Pond Road. Jim Wilson will also conduct an Old King’s Highway review during other business.

• Certificate of Appropriateness: Kaela Lee, 114 Bakers Pond Road (solar panel installation)
• Old King’s Highway review by Jim Wilson

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing priorities including sewer projects, cost considerations, and long-term capital planning. The committee will also discuss the draft warrant index for the Annual Town Meeting and the FY23 budget.

• Review of FY22 Finance Committee Priorities
• Update on Sewer Projects/Planning and Cost Considerations
• Review of Draft Warrant Index for Annual Town Meeting
• Discussion of FY23 Budget and FY24-28 CIP

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Select Board. The primary purpose of the meeting is to conduct a public hearing regarding the FY23 Operating Budget.

• Public hearing on the FY23 Operating Budget

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on reserve fund transfer requests, including a request from the Old Kings Highway Committee. Members will also discuss the FY23 budget, the FY24-28 Capital Improvement Plan, and the draft warrant index for the Annual Town Meeting.

• Vote on reserve fund transfer requests including Old Kings Highway Committee
• Review of FY23 Budget
• Discussion of FY24-28 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Review of draft warrant index for Annual Town Meeting
• Update on BOWSC sewer projects and cost considerations

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the design of the Main Street Sewering Project and bike traffic from Salty Ridge. Discussion topics also include worker bike safety regarding lights and shrubs on the Main Street sidewalk.

• Main Street Sewering Project design
• Bike traffic from Salty Ridge
• J1 workers bike safety (bike lights)
• Shrubs on Main Street sidewalk

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss Cape Cod Commission guidance for the local comprehensive plan. The board is also seeking a representative for outdoor entertainment licensing.

• Cape Cod Commission local comprehensive plan guidance
• Request for Planning Board representative for outdoor entertainment licensing
• Report from Board of Water & Sewer Commissioners
• Report from Community Preservation Committee
• Report from Governor Prence Planning Committee

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The committee will review financial and director reports and consider approving previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes a vote on the gallery schedule and a discussion regarding the Gallery Reopening Plan.

• Approval of September 15, 2021 and October 20, 2021 minutes
• Exhibit Coordinator’s Review of Gallery Schedule [vote]
• Gallery Reopening Plan discussion

Human Services Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and meet with Kyle Wibby of Nauset Together We Can. The meeting also includes a continuation of the application review process.

• Review of applications

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board. This includes a meeting with auditors regarding the FY21 Audit and a public hearing on the FY24-FY28 Capital Improvements Plan and the FY23 Capital Budget.

• Meeting with Powers & Sullivan regarding FY21 Audit
• Public Hearing on FY24-FY28 Capital Improvements Plan and FY23 Capital Budget
• Discussion with NRSD School Committee representatives regarding school choice costs
• Discussion of FY23 Budget and FY24-28 CIP

Human Services Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review applications and meet with Jess Drake Cook from Sustainable CAPE. The session also includes the acceptance of minutes from February 3, 2022.

• Meeting with Jess Drake Cook from Sustainable CAPE
• Review of applications

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to continue discussions regarding the FY23 Budget and the FY24-28 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The body is preparing for a public hearing on the CIP scheduled for February 17, 2022.

• Discussion of FY23 Budget
• Discussion of FY24-28 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Preparation for February 17, 2022, Public Hearing on FY24-28 CIP
• Review of FY22 Finance Committee priorities and action items

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss proposed zoning amendments regarding storage and warehouse articles. The meeting also includes a workshop follow-up on the Economic Development Plan and discussions on seasonal housing needs.

• Proposed zoning amendments for storage and warehouse articles
• Economic Development Plan workshop follow-up
• Seasonal housing/dormitory discussion including a needs survey
• Governor Prence discussion
• Approval of January 25, 2022, Planning Board minutes

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a virtual meeting to conduct regular business. The agenda includes reports from the Chair, Financial Report, and Library Director.

• Approval of January 11, 2022 minutes
• Trustees Chair Report
• Financial Report
• Library Director’s Report
• Report of the Friends Representative

Human Services Advisory Committee

The committee will meet with Rebecca Holmes from Mass Appeal. Members will also continue reviewing applications and discuss a conflict of interest opinion.

• Meeting with Rebecca Holmes from Mass Appeal
• Review of applications
• Update on conflict of interest opinion

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will continue discussions regarding the FY23 Budget and the FY24-28 Capital Improvement Plan. The committee will also review and act on FY22 priorities, including updates on financial reporting and discussions involving NRSD and OES.

• Discussion of FY23 Budget
• Discussion of FY24-28 CIP
• Review of FY22 Financial Reporting
• Update regarding NRSD and OES discussions

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will continue discussions regarding the FY23 Budget and the FY24-28 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The meeting also includes reviews of committee priorities, including updates on sewer projects and wastewater planning.

• Discussion of FY23 Budget and FY24-28 CIP
• Update on Sewer Project and Wastewater Planning Communication Strategies
• Update on NRSD and OES Discussions
• Review of FY22 Financial Reporting
• Review/Approval of meeting minutes from 1/6/22 and 1/13/22

Human Services Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to accept previous minutes and discuss a conflict of interest. The body will also continue its review of applications.

• Acceptance of 1/20/2022 minutes
• Discussion regarding conflict of interest
• Review of applications

Transportation and Bikeways Advisory Committee

The Bike and Pedestrian and Traffic and Parking Study committees are holding a joint meeting. The body will discuss traffic calming funding, road speed reductions in settled areas, and the town's priorities for Complete Streets applications.

• Traffic calming and safety measures funding
• Acts H.3549 and S.2273 regarding road speed reductions in thickly settled areas
• Town-owned sidewalks and roadways and homeowner bush clearing
• Crossing signals at Eldridge and 28
• Projects for Mass Trials

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed zoning amendments. The board will also review a diagnostic report and presentation slides for the Economic Development Plan from Streetsense.

• Public hearing on proposed zoning amendments
• Economic Development Plan diagnostic report and presentation by Streetsense
• Correspondence from Luke Chapman of Del Mar Vacation Rentals

Human Services Advisory Committee

The Human Services Advisory Committee will meet remotely to conduct business. The agenda includes reviewing application updates and addressing old business.

• Acceptance of January 13, 2022 minutes
• Report on Conflict of Interest finding
• Update on application reviews

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to establish the FY23 budget review process, assignments, and reporting formats. The body will also review FY22 priorities, including wastewater planning communication and financial reporting.

• Possible vote on FY23 budget reporting formats
• Update on Sewer Project and Wastewater Planning communication strategies
• Update on FY22 financial reporting
• Possible vote to add member biographies to the Finance Committee website

Human Services Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting remotely to approve previous meeting minutes and initiate a review process.

• Acceptance of January 6, 2022 minutes
• Start of review process

Snow Library Board of Trustees

The Snow Library Board of Trustees will meet to vote on the FY23 budget request. The board will also receive reports from the Chair, Library Director, and financial officer. Discussion items include the library fines policy and a strategic planning update.

• Vote on FY23 Budget request
• Discussion of library fines policy
• Strategic Planning Committee update

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee

The Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new residential build. The body will also hear preliminary presentations regarding a project at Bayberry Plaza and a town solar farm.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for new house at 76 Rock Harbor Road (Susan Ladue - Eastward MBT, LLC Trustee)
• Preliminary presentation for Bayberry Plaza ~ 225 MA-6A (Chris DeSisto — Maple Hurst Builders)
• Preliminary presentation for town solar farm near the new sewage treatment plant

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss FY22 priorities, including the FY23 budget process and wastewater planning communication strategies. The body will also review reserve fund transfer requests and meet with the Conservation Agent and representatives from the Conservation Commission and Open Space Committee.

• Review and approval of reserve fund transfer requests
• Meeting with Conservation Agent John Jannell
• Review of FY22 Finance Committee priorities
• Update on sewer project and wastewater planning communication strategies
• Review of draft 2021 Annual Report

Human Services Advisory Committee

The committee will review applicant introductions and discuss which agencies to invite for interviews. Members also plan a meeting schedule for the upcoming eight weeks.

• Acceptance of September 23, 2021 minutes
• Review of agency applicants
• Selection of agencies for interviews
• Scheduling of meetings for the next 8 weeks