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Orleans sewer project moves toward Phase 3 construction

Orleans sewer committee advanced Phase 3 construction planning in its June 25 meeting. The Wastewater Management Advisory Committee reported 80 applications received for Phase 2 connections, with 29 of 374 properties (8 percent) already connected. Phase 3 is on track to issue a Notice to Proceed in

Wastewater Management Advisory Committee · Meeting of June 25, 2026

Orleans sewer committee advanced Phase 3 construction planning in its June 25 meeting. The Wastewater Management Advisory Committee reported 80 applications received for Phase 2 connections, with 29 of 374 properties (8 percent) already connected. Phase 3 is on track to issue a Notice to Proceed in July and break ground in September, continuing through 2028, according to consultant Tim Harrison of AECOM.

The committee also discussed a salt marsh attenuation study to obtain nitrogen credits, with Planning Director George Meservey tasked with drafting the Orleans-specific scope.

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Source: the Wastewater Management Advisory Committee meeting of June 25, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.

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