Episode 32: Breaking Down the Town's Annual Budget

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Orleans: Behind the Scenes

Mia Baumgarten and Mike Solitro

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On Orleans: Behind the Scenes, Mia and Mike bring you the talk of the town. Tune in to hear what's happening this week and what's coming up next! With Mia Baumgarten, Media Program Coordinator and Mike Solitro, Assistant Town Planner.

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Episode 32: Breaking Down the Town's Annual Budget

Orleans: Behind the Scenes

28 minutes 43 seconds

7 months ago

Episode 32: Breaking Down the Town's Annual Budget

In this episode of Orleans Behind the Scenes, we dive into one of the most important topics in town government—the annual budget.

Hosts Mia and Amanda are joined by Town Manager Kim Newman and Assistant Town Manager Mark Reil to explain how the budget comes together, what the Town is prioritizing this year, and what residents can expect at the upcoming Town Meeting.

We cover: How the budget process works, key investments and priorities for FY26, the challenges Orleans is facing this year, including inflation, staffing, and long-term capital needs, what the Capital Improvement Plan is and how it guides big projects, and how residents can learn more and get involved.

Whether you’re a longtime Town Meeting voter or new to local government, this episode is your guide to understanding how Orleans makes financial decisions that shape our community’s future.

Resources & Links:

FY26 Budget Overview https://www.town.orleans.ma.us/DocumentCenter/View/8483/FY26-Orleans-Budget-31225https://www.town.orleans.ma.us/237/Finance-Town-Accountant