Issue No. 32 — Our Deep Dive into the past, present, and future of Orleans Downtown. We look at how the new zoning overlay, housing initiatives, and intense Town Hall focus could nurture more vibrancy in the Orleans commercial district.
Topic: Economic Vitality
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Issue No. 31 — preview of next week's Special Town Meeting on November 17 takes on a handful of complex articles addressing the housing crisis, downtown zoning, land for a new Fire-Rescue Station, the adoption of a stricter energy code, and CPC's funding of the Eldredge Park renovation.
Issue No. 19 takes a deep dive into Short Term Rentals in Orleans — and their impact on our economy, our natural environment, and the fabric of our neighborhoods. Their growing numbers are drawing attention, questions and concern.
Issue No. 15 — A new Town Manager will be arriving at Orleans Town Hall in the coming months. It’s a big job — arguably the single most determinative position in our town’s government. This issue takes a deep dive into the job and what the new hire could mean for the future of Orleans.
Issue No. 12: Thirty-six articles are under consideration at the Special Town Meeting, including Short-Term Rental registration, a petition to restrict the use of chemical fertilizers and an HVAC upgrade to OES. Plus, what is Free Cash? Read on . . .