Orleans: Behind the Scenes

Connecting to Town Sewer | Your Questions Answered (S3, 17)

Thinking about connecting your home to Town sewer - or already in the middle of it? We sat down with John Nelson, Orleans' Water/Sewer Program Coordinator, to answer the

Water Watch | Drought Management in Orleans (S03, E 16)

Orleans' water comes entirely from a sole-source aquifer - no rivers or reservoirs to fall back on - which makes the town especially sensitive to how much snow and rain f

On Call | Fire-Rescue and Emergency Readiness in Orleans (S03, 15)

Fire-Rescue Chief Geof Deering sits down to talk about his path into the fire service and what it's like leading Orleans Fire-Rescue. We get a real look at what the depar

Reading the Water | Cyanobacteria Awareness in Orleans (S3, 14)

Cyanobacteria can turn a summer pond day into a health risk - and Orleans has people watching for it. Health & Human Services Director Alex Fitch breaks down how the town

Third Space | Inside Snow Library (S03, 13)

Libraries aren't just about books anymore - they're becoming one of the last free, no-strings-attached public spaces left in a lot of communities. This week, Snow Library

Building a Resilient Downtown, Part 2 | Heat, Walkability & What the Charrette Revealed (S3, 12)

The Downtown & Town Cove Resiliency Project is back - and this time we're talking public health. We're joined again by Elizabeth Jenkins from the Town's Planning & Commun

Four Towns, One District | Inside Nauset Public Schools (S3, 11)

Glenn Brand came to Nauset after more than two decades leading schools across Massachusetts and beyond. We sit down with the superintendent to hear what his first year ta

More Than Tax Bills | Inside the Treasurer/Tax Collector's Office (S3, 10)

Ever wondered what actually happens inside the Treasurer/Tax Collector's Office? In this episode, we sit down with Scott Walker and Maya Golding to find out - from how

Building a Resilient Downtown | Orleans' Ecological Infrastructure Project (S3, 09)

What does it take to make Downtown Orleans more resilient to flooding, water quality threats, and a changing climate? We sit down with Elizabeth Jenkins from the Town's

Sun, Sand & Stickers | Getting Ready for Orleans Summer (S3, 08)

We've been waiting for this! Stacy Faber from the DPW & Natural Resources Sticker Office joins Mia and Amanda to cover everything you need for a great Orleans summer -

Fire-Rescue Station & Town Meeting | A Project Update for Orleans Residents (S3, 07)

In this episode, we take a closer look at the proposed new Fire-Rescue Station and the articles on the upcoming Town Meeting warrant. Hosts Mia and Amanda are joined by

Wastewater Planning and Projects | What to Expect at Town Meeting (S3, 06)

In this episode of Orleans: Behind the Scenes, we sit down with Rich Waldo to walk through upcoming wastewater-related items that will be before voters at Town Meeting.

Understanding the FY27 Town Budget | What Residents Need to Know (S03, 05)

Annual Town Meeting is where Orleans residents vote on the Town’s budget - and in this episode of Orleans Behind the Scenes, we’re breaking down what that actually means.

Understanding the Role of the Select Board (S03, 04)

What does the Select Board do - and how does it help guide the direction of the Town? In this episode of Orleans Behind the Scenes, we sit down with Select Board Chair K

On the Water with Natural Resources (S3, 03)

In this episode of Orleans Behind the Scenes, Mia and Amanda sit down with Nate Sears, the Town of Orleans’ Natural Resources Manager and Harbor Master. Nate shares his b

Inside the Town Manager’s Office (S3, 02)

In this episode, we sit down with Kim Newman to talk about her role as Orleans’ chief administrative officer and what happens behind the scenes at Town Hall. She also sha

2025 in Review | Progress, Priorities, and What’s Next (S3, 01)

As Orleans enters a new year, this episode of Orleans: Behind the Scenes takes a step back to reflect on what defined 2025 - and looks ahead to what’s coming in 2026. Ho

Understanding Town Finances and the Budget Process (S2, 23)

How does a town manage its finances - and what goes into building the annual budget? In this episode of Orleans Behind the Scenes, Amanda Converse and Mia Baumgarten tak

What Is a Comprehensive Plan | How Can You Help Shape It? (S2, 22)

What exactly is a Comprehensive Plan, and why is it so important for Orleans’ future? In this episode, host Amanda Converse talks with Planning and Community Development

Building the Future of Downtown | Understanding the Downtown Housing Overlay District (S2, 21)

We’re continuing our Town Meeting education series with a conversation about Warrant Article 2, which proposes the Downtown Housing Overlay District. Co-hosts Mia Baumgar