Dukes County, MA
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👤 Members & officials (8)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Home Page Events
- Anna McCaffrey
- Brice Boutot
- Fred Hehre
- Marina Lent
- Sarah Toste
- Behavioral Health
- Fernando Lana
- Sarah Smith
Municipal budget
Total revenue$16.6M (FY2023)
Total spending$16.7M (FY2023)
Taxes$899K (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$480K (FY2023)
Spending per resident$793 (FY2023)
🗳️ Election results (5 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Clerk of Courts 2024-11-05
T. George Davis ✓ 9,977
Clerk of Courts (Democratic Primary) 2024-09-03
T. George Davis ✓ 2,891
Sheriff 2022-11-08
Robert Ogden ✓ 7,504 · Erik Blake 50
Sheriff (Republican Primary) 2022-09-06
Robert Ogden ✓ 149 · Erik Blake 80
Sheriff (Democratic Primary) 2022-09-06
Robert Ogden ✓ 2,127 · Erik Blake 1,534
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026
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Personnel Board reviews evaluations, new hire request
The Dukes County Personnel Board is meeting remotely to review personnel evaluations, consider a new hire request, and discuss any new business. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and personnel actions.
- Evaluation of Brianna Bertoni, Ronnelle Couture, Suzanne Jakel
- New hire request for Health Access Specialist Kelly Thompson at step 2
- Approval of minutes from July 14, 2026 meeting
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Meeting
of the
Personnel Board
is scheduled for:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
at 11:30AM
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Agenda:
Minutes 7-14-2026
Evaluation Brianna Bertoni, Ronnelle Couture, Suzanne Jakel
Health Access Specialist – new hire: Kelly Thompson – request for step 2
New business - Anything the Chairman did not reasonably anticipate for discussion when filing the meeting notice to be posted.
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments thereto:
T. George Davis
Clerk of the Courts
Posted July 2, 2026 10:55 am
Wed Sep 2, 2026
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| Dukes County Commissioners | | | | | | | | | |
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| Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 4:00PM | | | | | | | | | |
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| | Topic | | | | | | Presenter | Time | Vote |
| | Minutes: 8-5-26 | | | | | | Chair | 1 min | yes |
| | Meeting schedule | | | | | | Randy | 2 min | |
| | Social Media contract from Cape and Island License Plates | | | | | | Martina | 3 min | yes |
| | Surplus chairs- 9 chairs for the dump | | | | | | Martina | 1 min | yes |
| | FY26 Carry Overs | | | | | | Juliet | 5 min | yes |
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| | Committee Updates | | | | | | | | |
| | Finance Committee | | | | | | Randy Milch | 5 min | |
| | | Investment Allocation | Investment Allocation | | | | | | yes |
| | | ARPA - recommendation for expenditure of the remaining funds | | | | | | | yes |
| | Land Use Committee …
Thu Sep 3, 2026
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Opioid Abatement Advisory Board
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Agenda
Regular Meeting - Remote Instructions Below
Thursday, September 3, 2026
12:00pm – 1:00pm
I. Call to Order
II. Meeting Minutes: August 17, 2026
III. Substance Use Disorder and Behavioral Health Needs Assessment Final Report Review
and Discussion
IV. Request for Additional Transportation and Lodging Expenses for the In-Person
Presentation of the Substance Use Disorder and Behavioral Health Needs Assessment
V. Adjournment
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Wed Aug 26, 2026
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Public health collaborative reviews FY27 workplan, PFAS series, MAVEN MOU
The Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative holds a remote regular meeting to review and approve prior minutes, discuss the FY27 workplan, plan a PFAS speaker series, and consider a MAVEN MOU and reporting relationship. No public comment period is scheduled.
- Review & approval of 8/18/26 advisory board minutes (vote)
- FY27 workplan review
- PFAS speaker series discussion
- MAVEN MOU & reporting relationship
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AGENDA
Regular Meeting – REMOTE (Instructions Below)
Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
12-2PM
I.
Call to Order
II.
Administrative
A. Review & Approval of 8/18/26 IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting Minutes (Vote)
B. Communications Round-Up
III.
FY27 Workplan Review
IV.
PFAS Speaker Series
V.
MAVEN MOU & Reporting Relationship
VI.
Items Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair Within 48 Hours of Meeting Occurrence
VII.
Adjournment
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Agenda posted on Monday, August 24th, 2026 at 12PM EST.
Tue Aug 18, 2026
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Public health collaborative reviews FY26 budget, elects FY27 leaders
The Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative Advisory Board holds a remote regular meeting to approve prior minutes, review the FY26 final budget and expenditures, and elect a FY27 chair and vice chair. The board will also discuss the FY27 workplan and a potential MAVEN Memorandum of Understanding access agreement. No public comment period is scheduled.
- Approval of 7/22/26 meeting minutes
- FY26 final budget & expenditure review
- FY27 chair & vice chair election
- FY27 workplan review
- MAVEN MOU access discussion
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OPEN SESSION: THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD DURING THIS
MEETING, ONLY THOSE RECOGNIZED BY THE CHAIR/CONVENOR
AGENDA
Regular Meeting – REMOTE (Instructions Below)
Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
11AM-1PM
I.
Call to Order
II.
Administrative
A. Approval of 7/22/26 IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
B. Monthly Reporting from Shared Staff
C. FY26 Final Budget & Expenditure Review
D. FY27 Chair & Vice Chair Election
E. Communications Round-Up
III.
FY27 Workplan Review
IV.
MAVEN MOU Access Discussion
V.
Items Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair Within 48 Hours of Meeting Occurrence
VI.
Adjournment (5 min)
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Mon Aug 17, 2026
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Opioid board to vote on travel costs for needs assessment presentation
The Dukes County Opioid Abatement Advisory Board will hold a regular remote meeting on August 17, 2026. The board will consider approving travel and lodging expenses for a Public Health Analyst to present the Substance Use Disorder and Behavioral Health Needs Assessment in person. The agenda also includes approval of the July 15, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes
- Request for Public Health Analyst transportation and lodging expenses for in-person presentation of the Substance Use Disorder and Behavioral Health Needs Assessment
- Remote meeting via Zoom with no public comment period
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Opioid Abatement Advisory Board
Open Session: There will be no public comment period during this meeting, only those
recognized by the chair/convenor
Agenda
Regular Meeting - Remote Instructions Below
Monday, August 17, 2026
11:00am – 12:00pm
I. Call to Order
II. Meeting Minutes: July 15, 2026
III. Request for Public Health Analyst Transportation and Lodging Expenses for the In-
Person Presentation of the Substance Use Disorder and Behavioral Health Needs
Assessment
IV. Adjournment
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Wed Aug 12, 2026
Emergency Management Association
Dukes County emergency managers to review island-wide strategic plan and FEMA application
The Dukes County Emergency Management Association is meeting to discuss updates on the Martha's Vineyard Island-wide Emergency Management Strategic Plan for 2027-2031, the MVP 2.0 program, and a FEMA application from the Town of Tisbury. They will also consider the future of the MV Regional Emergency Planning Committee. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and a treasurer's report.
- Update on Martha's Vineyard Island-wide Emergency Management Strategic Plan (2027-2031)
- Discussion of MVP 2.0
- Town of Tisbury's FEMA application
- Discussion on the future of the MV Regional Emergency Planning Committee (REPC)
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - 10:30 AM
County of Dukes County Administration Building
9 Airport Road, Edgartown, MA 02359
Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 834 7047 9159 Passcode: 227969
Welcome – Chair Alex Schaeffer
Approval of Meeting Minutes – July 15, 2026
Treasurer’s Report – Timothy Carroll
Agency Report
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) – John Viveiros
DCEMA Coordinator Report – Kevin Brennan
Old Business
10 mins. – Update and Next Steps – Martha’s Vineyard Island-wide Emergency Management Strategic Plan (2027-2031) – M. Thornton
15 Mins - MVP 2.0 – A. Schaeffer
Town of Tisbury’s FEMA application – P. Rolston
10 Mins. - Discuss MV Regional Emergency Planning Committee (REPC) of the Future.
New Business
Anything the Chair did not reasonably anticipate
Next Meeting: Wednesday, September 16, 2026-10:30AM - CODC Office
Adjourn
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to allocate FY26 investment income and remaining ARPA funds
The Dukes County Finance Committee will meet remotely to decide on allocating FY26 investment income to stabilization and capital funds, discuss where to spend remaining ARPA funds, and consider a Health Council budget amendment proposal.
- Allocation of FY26 investment income to stabilization/capital funds
- Discussion on spending remaining ARPA funds
- Health Council budget amendment proposal
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Finance Committee
the meeting is scheduled for
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 3:30pm
This will be a Remote Meeting
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Agenda:
Allocation of FY 26 investment income to stabilization/capital funds.
Where to spend remaining ARPA funds.
Health Council budget amendment proposal.
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments there to
Posted on Date: 8-6-2026 Time: 9:45am
Tue Aug 11, 2026
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Land Use Committee to review four county property updates
The Dukes County Land Use Committee is meeting remotely to receive updates on four county-owned properties: the courthouse in Edgartown, 114 New York Ave in Oak Bluffs, 29 Breakdown Lane in Tisbury, and the Administration Building at 9 Airport Road in Edgartown. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; the meeting appears to be an informational update session.
- Dukes County Courthouse, Edgartown – update
- 114 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs – update
- 29 Breakdown Lane, Tisbury – update
- Administration Building (9 Airport Road, Edgartown) – update
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Land Use Committee
the meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:15pm
This will be a Remote Meeting
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Agenda:
1. Dukes County Courthouse, Edgartown – update
2. 114 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs – update
3. 29 Breakdown Lane, Tisbury – update
4. Administration Building (9 Airport Road, Edgartown) – update
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments thereto
Posted on Date: Time:
Wed Aug 5, 2026
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| Dukes County Commissioners | | | | | | | | | |
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| Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 4:00PM | | | | | | | | | |
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| | Topic | | | | | | Presenter | Time | Vote |
| 1 | Minutes: 7-15-2026 | | | | | | Chair | 1 min | yes |
| 2 | Steamship Authority update | | | | | | Ted Gavin | 20 min | |
| 3 | Support for shared kitchen space on MV | | | | | | Kate Putnam | 10 min | yes |
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| | Committee Updates | | | | | | | | |
| 4 | Finance Committee | | | | | | Randy Milch | 5 min | |
| 5 | Land Use Committee | | | | | | Tristan Israel | 5 min | |
| 6 | Nominating Committee | | | | | | Don Leopold | 10 min | |
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| 7 | Manager’s Report | | | | | | | | |
| | West Tisbury Request for additional ARPA funds | | | | | | | 5 min | yes |
| | State Beach Acess Impro …
Wed Jul 22, 2026
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Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative to discuss MAVEN MOU
The Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative is holding a remote regular meeting. The body will discuss a MAVEN MOU and review minutes from the July 8, 2026, Advisory Board meeting.
- Discussion of MAVEN MOU
- Approval of 7/8/26 IIPHEC Advisory Board Minutes
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OPEN SESSION: THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD DURING THIS
MEETING,
ONLY
THOSE
RECOGNIZED
BY
THE
CHAIR/CONVENOR
AGENDA Regular Meeting – REMOTE (Instructions Below) Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 12-2PM
I. Call to Order II. Administrative A. Approval of 7/8/26 IIPHEC Advisory Board Minutes B. Communications Round-Up III. MAVEN MOU Discussion IV. Items Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair Within 48 Hours of Meeting Occurrence V. Adjournment (5 min) Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89364926042 Meeting ID: 893 6492 6042 --- One tap mobile +16465588656,,89364926042# US (New York) +16469313860,,89364926042# US --- Join instructions https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/89364926042/invitations?signature=211-Ck7UVyIuyf1V7y6AucMJFKQ8u4o5hg5lTWia1C0 Posted at or before 12PM on Monday, July 20
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Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative to discuss FY27 needs
The Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative is meeting to discuss epidemiology services and general needs for fiscal year 2027. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom.
- Epidemiology services needs for FY27
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RECOGNIZED
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THE
CHAIR/CONVENOR
AGENDA Regular Meeting – REMOTE (Instructions Below) Friday, July 17
th
, 2026 10-11AM
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Thu Jul 16, 2026
Health Council
Health Council to discuss extreme heat preparedness and tick-borne illness prevention
The Dukes County Health Council will consider approving its June 2026 minutes, hear a presentation on extreme heat risks and resources by Christian Brown, discuss tick-related information and questions, and receive committee updates.
- Review and approve DCHC minutes from June 2026
- Extreme heat populations, prevention and resources presentation by Christian Brown
- Tick conversation with information and questions
- Committee updates as available
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Agenda
DATE: July 16, 2026
7:30-9:00 am
Zoom Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/99728555460?pwd=3pVNArVKItzay8rI81izkIMlaR9iwH.1
Call to Order
K Samways
7:30AM
Review and Approve DCHC Minutes from June 2026
K Samways
7:40AM
Extreme Heat
Populations, Prevention and Resources
Christian Brown, MPH
7:45-8:15AM
Tick Conversation
INFORMATION AND QUESTIONS
8:15AM-8:45AM
Committee Updates as Available
INFORMATION AND QUESTIONS
8:45-9AM
Wed Jul 15, 2026
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Dukes County Commissioners to consider fuel bid award and real property
The Dukes County Commissioners will meet to review the Manager's Report and committee updates. The agenda includes a potential executive session to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property. The body will also consider a fuel bid award.
- Fuel bid award
- Executive session regarding real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
- Minutes from 7-1-2026
- Finance Committee updates
- Land Use Committee updates
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2 County Manager 5 min yes
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Doug Ruskin 20 min yes
4 Doug Ruskin 10 min yes
5 Chair 5 min yes
6 Randy Milch 5 min
7 Tristan Israel 5 min
8 Don Leopold 10 min
9 Martina 5 min
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Posted: Date: 7/13/2026 Time: 3:30pm
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments thereto:
T. George Davis
Clerk of the Courts
COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Regional Shared Services
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Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:00PM
the meeting is scheduled for
Dukes County Commissioners
Adjournment
Please note: All business will consist of a discussion and a possible vote to take action.
Agenda:
Manager’s Report
New business - Anything the Chairman did not reasonably anticipate for discussion when filing the meeting notice
to be posted.
Public Comment
County Commissioners meeting on August 5th at 4pm
Meeting Schedule change
Committee Updates
Topic
Finance Committee
Land Use Committee
Minutes – 7-1-2026
Executive session in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A,
Section 21 (a) 2 to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or
value of real property if the chair declares that an open
meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating
position of the public body – and to reconvene in an open
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
Emergency Management Association
Dukes County EMA to discuss island-wide strategic plan and FirstNet proposal
The Emergency Management Association will review updates for the Martha’s Vineyard Island-wide Emergency Management Strategic Plan (2027-2031). The body will also consider a proposal for a FirstNet mobile phone and laptop hotspot for the Coordinator.
- Update on Martha’s Vineyard Island-wide Emergency Management Strategic Plan (2027-2031)
- Proposal for Mobile Phone on FirstNet with Hotspot for Laptop for Coordinator
- Town of Tisbury’s FEMA application
- Discussion on MV Regional Emergency Planning Committee (REPC) of the Future
- MVP 2.0 update
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Wednesday, July 15, 2026 10:30 AM
County of Dukes County Administration Building
9 Airport Road, Edgartown, MA 02359
Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 834 7047 9159 Passcode: 227969
Welcome – Chair Alex Schaeffer
Approval of Meeting Minutes – April 15, 2026, May 20, 2026, June 15, 2026
Treasurer’s Report – Timothy Carroll
Agency Report
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) – John Viveiros
DCEMA Coordinator Report – Kevin Brennan
Old Business
10 mins. – Update and Next Steps – Martha’s Vineyard Island-wide Emergency Management Strategic Plan (2027-2031) – M. Thornton
15 Mins - MVP 2.0 – A. Schaeffer
New Business
10 mins.-Proposal of Mobile Phone on FirstNet w Hotspot for Laptop for Coordinator
Town of Tisbury’s FEMA application – P.Ralston
10 Mins. - Discuss MV Regional Emergency Planning Committee (REPC) of the Future.
Anything the Chair did not reasonably anticipate
Future Meetings: Wednesday, August 19, 2026-10:30AM - CODC Administration Office
Adjourn
Tue Jul 14, 2026
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Dukes County Personnel Board to review job descriptions and evaluations
The Personnel Board will meet to review minutes from June 2, 2026, and conduct evaluations for Stephanie White and Patrick Roden-Reynolds. The board will also discuss a title and job description change for the Beach Patrol.
- Evaluations for Stephanie White and Patrick Roden-Reynolds
- Beach Patrol job description and title change
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Meeting
of the
Personnel Board
is scheduled for:
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
at 11:30AM
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Agenda:
Minutes 6-2-2026
Evaluation Stephanie White, Patrick Roden- Reynolds
Beach Patrol job description and title change
Manager Updates
New business - Anything the Chairman did not reasonably anticipate for discussion when filing the meeting notice to be posted.
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T. George Davis
Clerk of the Courts
Posted July 2, 2026 10:55 am
Tue Jul 7, 2026
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Land Use Committee to discuss Dukes County Courthouse roof
The Land Use Committee will meet to discuss the roof of the Dukes County Courthouse. The body may also enter an executive session to discuss real property transactions.
- Dukes County Courthouse roof
- Executive session regarding purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Land Use Committee
the meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, July 7, 2026 at 4:00pm
This will be a Remote Meeting
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Agenda:
1. Dukes County Courthouse- Roof
2 Executive session in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) 2 to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body – and not to return in open session.
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments thereto
Posted on Date: 6-30-26 Time: 2:30PM
Tue Jul 7, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to discuss FY27 audit and Health Council funding
The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY27 audit. The body will also review a request for additional funding from the Health Council.
- FY27 Audit discussion
- Health Council request for additional funding
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Finance Committee
the meeting is scheduled for
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 3:30pm
This will be a Remote Meeting
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Agenda:
FY27 Audit discussion
Health Council request for additional funding
Anything the Chair did not anticipate
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Posted on Date: 7-2-2026 Time: 3:00pm
Wed Jul 1, 2026
Dukes County Commissioner Meetings
Dukes County Commissioners hold remote meeting with no specific decisions listed
The Dukes County Commissioners will meet remotely on July 1, 2026, to discuss routine items including the Manager’s Report, new business, public comment, and committee updates. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed for action or discussion.
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✓ Decided: Dukes County Commission approves Personnel Bylaws amendment
The Commission approved amendments to the Personnel Bylaws regarding annual written performance evaluations for all employees. The board also approved the meeting minutes from June 17, 2026.
- Approved Personnel Bylaw amendments regarding performance evaluations (5-0)
- Approved minutes from 6-17-26 (4-0, 1 abstention)
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Presenter Time Vote
1 Chair 1 min yes
2 County Manager 5min yes
3 Randy Milch 5 min
4 Tristan Israel 10 min
5 Don Leopold 10 min
6 Martina 5 min
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9 Calendar:
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Posted: Date: 6/29/2026 Time: 3:30pm
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T. George Davis
Clerk of the Courts
Passcode: 920276
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 4:00PM
the meeting is scheduled for
Dukes County Commissioners
COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
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Adjournment
Please note: All business will consist of a discussion and a possible vote to take action.
Agenda:
Manager’s Report
New business - Anything the Chairman did not reasonably anticipate for discussion when filing the meeting notice
to be posted.
Public Comment
County Commissioners meeting on July 15th at 4pm
Committee Updates
Topic
Finance Committee
Land Use Committee
Minutes: 6-17-2026
Nominating Committee
Personnel Bylaws Amendments
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Dukes County Commission (DCC)
Meeting Minutes
Thursday, July 1, 2026
4:00 PM
Hybrid Meeting
Commissioners: Christine Todd, Randy Milch, Kate Putnam, Doug Ruskin, Tristan Israel, Peter Wharton
County Staff: Juliet Mulinare, Martina Thornton, Paulo DeOliveira, Suzanne Jakel
Others: Sakiko Isomichi
Christine called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Minutes from 6-17-26
Randy/Kate move to approve the minutes from 6-17-26. Doug questioned the Children’s Cove contract, and
Martina clarified that she will make sure the contract is only a 3-year contract, as was the intention of the vote.
Tristan- yes, Randy- yes, Kate- yes, Doug- abstain, Christine- yes. Motion carries.
Personnel Bylaws Amendment
The proposed change:
Performance Evaluations. All employees, regardless of their position on the Classification Plan, shall have, after
completion of a self-evaluation form, an annual written goal-oriented performance evaluation, which shall be
prepared by the department head or appointing authority on such form as is approved by the County Personnel
Board. The Performance Evaluation shall be submitted to the County Manager on the first day of the month
that precedes the employee’s anniversary date or promotion date anniversary, if applicable. The Performance
Evaluation shall include the recommendations for a step increase or the denial of a said step increase by the
Department Head or appointing authority, if applicable. The employee’s new rate, if granted, will
become effective imme …
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Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative to vote on FY2027 budget
The Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative will meet to discuss and vote on the FY2027 budget. The body will also vote on the FY27 SSC contractor bid and review minutes from June 10, 2026.
- Vote on FY2027 IIPHEC Budget
- Vote on FY27 SSC Contractor Bid
- Gosnold Inspectional Visit Report Out
- Approval of June 10, 2026 Advisory Board Minutes
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Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative
OPEN SESSION: THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD DURING THIS
MEETING,
ONLY
THOSE
RECOGNIZED
BY
THE
CHAIR/CONVENOR
AGENDA Regular Meeting – REMOTE (Instructions Below) Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 2-4PM
I. Call to Order II. Administrative A. Approval of IIPHEC Advisory Board Minutes from 6/10/26 (Vote) B. Report Out from Martha O’Donnell, Summer MCFH Intern III. FY27 SSC Contractor Bid Discussion (Vote) IV. Discussion & Approval of FY2027 IIPHEC Budget (Vote) V. Gosnold Inspectional Visit Report Out VI. Items Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair Within 48 Hours of Meeting Occurrence VII. Adjournment Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86256838428 Meeting ID: 862 5683 8428 --- One tap mobile +16694449171,,86256838428# US +16892781000,,86256838428# US --- Join instructions https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/86256838428/invitations?signature=l_-g3xbHmPQ91hh7UKmDUaGnXR_pb4xC0N1iHQS8dSw Posted at 2PM on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Thu Jun 18, 2026
County Advisory Board
Advisory Board to review FY2026 budget amendment
The Dukes County Advisory Board on County Expenditures will meet to discuss budget adjustments and a software license purchase. The board will consider a year-end interdepartmental transfer to balance the FY2026 budget.
- FY2026 Budget Amendment for year-end interdepartmental transfer
- FindHelp license purchase
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
The Dukes County Advisory Board on County Expenditures
scheduled for:
Thursday, June 18, 2026
at 11:00am
In person at the Dukes County Administration Building, 9 Airport Road, Edgartown, MA
and remote participation for the public on Zoom
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Agenda:
1. Approval of Minutes 3-27-2026
2. FY2026 Budget Amendment (Year-end interdepartmental transfer to balance budget)
3. FindHelp license purchase
4. County Manager’s update
5. Anything the chair did not reasonably anticipate at the time of agenda posting
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments thereto:
T. George Davis
T. George Davis
Clerk of the Courts
Posted 6-16-2026 at 10:30am
Thu Jun 18, 2026
Health Council
Health Council to discuss County Emergency Management Strategic Plan
The Dukes County Health Council will review a proposed strategic plan and assessment for county emergency management. The body will also address leadership transitions and member renewals.
- Discussion of the Martha’s Vineyard Island-Wide Emergency Management and Response Coordination Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) outline
- Review of the County Emergency Management Assessment and Proposed Strategic Plan
- Nominations for the Coordinating Committee: Alexandra Bullen-Couttes and Christian Brown
- Recognition of members not renewing their terms
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Dukes County Health Council Agenda DATE: June 18, 2026 7:30-9:00 am Zoom Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/99728555460?pwd=3pVNArVKItzay8rI81izkIMlaR9iwH.1 Web Meeting ID 997 2855 5460; Web Meeting Passcode 2sMjWT
Meeting Call to Order 7:30AM Review and Approve DCHC Notes from May 2026 K Samways - 7:30-7:35 Council Business Coordinating Committee 7:35-7:50 ● Recognition of Council members not renewing ○ The Dukes County Health Council would like to recognize and thank members who are not returning to the Council, for their long and valuable service to the Council and to our community. ● Coordinating Committee Nominations: Alexandra Bullen-Couttes, ACEMV and Christian Brown, MPH ● Results of Survey on Council meeting Characteristics - if available ● Planning for Leadership Transition NEW! County Emergency Management Assessment and Proposed Strategic Plan Martina Thornton 8:00-8:30 Discussion 8:30-8:40 Materials sent ahead for review by members: 1).Strategic Plan Briefing, and 2) Executive Summary for the MARTHA’S VINEYARD Island-Wide Emergency Management and Response Coordination Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) Outline. Public Health Update Sarah Toste TOPICS 8:40-8:50 INFORMATION AND QUESTIONS Other updates /Topics for Future Meetings ALL
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Emergency Management Association
Dukes County EMA to review Blizzard of 2026 after-action plan
The Emergency Management Association will review a project update from the Olson Group regarding island-wide emergency management. The body will also discuss the Town of Tisbury’s FEMA FMA application.
- Olson Group 'Blizzard of 2026' After-Action Plan Review
- Olson Group Island-wide Emergency Management Consultant project update
- Town of Tisbury’s FEMA FMA application
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026 10:30 AM
County of Dukes County Administration Building
9 Airport Road, Edgartown, MA 02359
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Welcome – Chair Alex Schaeffer
Approval of Meeting Minutes – April 15, 2026
Treasurer’s Report – Timothy Carroll
Agency Report
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) – John Viveiros
Old Business
10 mins.– Olson Group – “Blizzard of 2026” After-Action Plan Review
50 mins.- Olson Group - Project Update – Island-wide Emergency Management Consultant – Public Presentation May 28, 2026-4-6pm, Oak Bluffs Library Meeting Room
New Business
## mins.-Town of Tisbury’s FEMA FMA application.
Anything the Chair did not reasonably anticipate
Future Meetings: Wednesday, July 15, 2026-10:30AM - CODC Administration Office
Adjourn
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Dukes County Commissioner Meetings
Dukes County Commissioners to review FY26 budget amendment and regional contracts
The Dukes County Commissioners will meet to discuss a year-end transfer for the FY26 budget and regional contracts for FY2027. The body will also consider a fuel bid award and a support letter for a Tisbury waterfront access application.
- FY26 Budget Amendment (year-end transfer)
- FY2027 Regional Contracts for Healthy Aging, MV Community Services-CORE, MV Center for Living, and Harbor Homes Homelessness Prevention
- Fuel Bid Award
- Support letter for Tisbury FEMA/MEMA application for waterfront access (Five Corners, road to MV Hospital)
- Child Cove Agreement
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✓ Decided: Dukes County Commissioners approve FY2027 regional contracts and agreements
The Commission approved several FY2027 regional contracts and the Child Cove Agreement. They also authorized a year-end budget transfer for road repairs and a letter of concern regarding the consolidation of Registries of Deeds.
- Approved minutes from 5-20-26 and 6-3-26 (5-0)
- Approved $5,000 year-end transfer from Dept. 600 to Dept. 800 for New York Ave road repair (4-0-1)
- Approved support letter for Tisbury FEMA/MEMA application (5-0)
- Approved FY2027 regional contracts for Health Council, MV Community Services-CORE, MV Center for Living, and Harbor Homes (5-0)
- Approved FY2027 Child Cove Agreement (5-0)
- Approved sending official letter of concern regarding proposed Registry of Deeds consolidation bill (5-0)
- Referred Health Council $13,000 budget increase request to Finance Committee
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Presenter Time Vote
1 Chair 2 min yes
2 Kathleen Samways 15 min
3 County Manager 5 min yes
4 County Manager 5 min yes
5 County Manager 2 min yes
6 County Manager 5 min yes
7 County Manager 5 min yes
8 Randy Milch 5 min
9 Tristan Israel 10 min
10 Don Leopold 10 min
11 Martina 5 min
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13 Calendar:
County Advisory Board on Expenditures - June 18th at 11am
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Posted: Date: 6/15/2026 Time: 3:30pm
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments thereto:
T. George Davis
Clerk of the Courts
Adjournment
Please note: All business will consist of a discussion and a possible vote to take action.
Agenda:
Manager’s Report
New business - Anything the Chairman did not reasonably anticipate for discussion when filing the meeting notice to
be posted.
Public Comment
County Commissioners meeting on July 1st at 4pm
Fuel Bid Award
Committee Updates
Topic
Finance Committee
Land Use Committee
Minutes – 5-20-26 & 6-3-26
Health Council presentation & discussion
Support letter for Tisbury FEMA/MEMA application to improve
the waterfront access (Five Corners, road to MV Hospital)
Nominationg Committee
COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
FY26 Budget Amendment (year-end transfer)
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 4:00PM
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FY2027 Regional Contracts - Healthy Agi …
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Dukes County Commission (DCC)
Meeting Minutes
Thursday, June 17, 2026
4:00 PM
Hybrid Meeting
Commissioners: Christine Todd, Peter Wharton, Randy Milch, Tristan Israel, Kate Putnam
County Staff: Juliet Mulinare, Martina Thornton, Paulo DeOliveira
Others: Kathleen Samways, Christian Brown, Michael Miller, Sarah Toste, Lisa Nagy
Christine called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Minutes from 5-20-26 & 6-3-26
Randy/Kate moved to approve the minutes from 5-20-26 & 6-3-26. Peter- yes, Tristan- yes, Randy- yes, Kate-
yes, Christine- yes. Motion carries.
Health Council presentation & discussion
Kathleen Samways reviewed the Health Council budget requests. They would like an increase in their budget
to hire someone to coordinate meetings, minutes, and communications. They are asking for an additional
$13,000 for FY2027. The Commissioners asked that the Finance Committee review the request first before
bringing it back for further consideration by DCC.
FY26 Budget Amendment (year-end transfer) — detailed memo in manager's report on file — request related
to snow plow and road repair at the Health Care Access location at New York Ave, Oak Bluffs.
Randy/Peter moved to approve the year-end transfer of $5000 from Dept. 600 to Dept.800. Peter- yes,
Tristan- yes, Randy- yes, Kate- abstain, Christine- yes. Motion carries.
Fuel Bid Award
The fuel bids were due last week, and the only bid received did not have proper paperwork and was not
responsive. Martina was trying to extend the dea …
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Opioid Abatement Advisory Board to review health analyst update
The Opioid Abatement Advisory Board will meet to receive a Public Health Analyst update on the SUD/BH Assessment. The board will also discuss focus group follow-ups and administrative minutes.
- Public Health Analyst update of SUD/ BH Assessment
- Focus Group follow up
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Opioid Abatement Advisory Board
Open Session: There will be no public comment period during this meeting, only those recognized by the chair/convenor
Agenda
Regular Meeting - Remote Instructions Below
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
10:30am – 11:30am
Call to Order
Public Health Analyst update of SUD/ BH Assessment
Focus Group follow up
Administrative:
Minutes
Adjournment
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review FY26 year-end transfers
The Dukes County Finance Committee is meeting to discuss year-end transfers for fiscal year 2026.
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Finance Committee
the meeting is scheduled for
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 3:30pm
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FY26 Year-end transfers
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Posted on Date: 6-12-2026 Time: 3:00pm
Wed Jun 10, 2026
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Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative to review FY27 budget and workplan
The Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative is meeting to discuss financial and operational planning. The body may vote on the FY27 budget, the FY27 workplan, and FY26 spend down.
- FY26 Spend Down Discussion (Possible Vote)
- FY27 Budget Review (Possible Vote)
- FY27 Workplan Review (Possible Vote)
- Gosnold Summer Inspectional Visit
- Permethrin Shoe Spraying (Possible Vote)
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Inter-Island Public Health Collaborative
OPEN SESSION: THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD DURING THIS
MEETING,
ONLY
THOSE
RECOGNIZED
BY
THE
CHAIR/CONVENOR
AGENDA Regular Meeting – REMOTE (Instructions Below) Wednesday, June 10
th
, 2026 2-4PM
I. Call to Order II. Administrative A. Review of 5/27/26 Meeting Minutes (Vote) B. Introduction to Martha C. FY26 Spend Down Discussion (Possible Vote) D. Communications Round-Up III. FY27 Budget Review (Possible Vote) IV. FY27 Workplan Review (Possible Vote) V. Gosnold Summer Inspectional Visit VI. Gosnold Health Agent Hiring VII. Permethrin Shoe Spraying (Possible Vote) VIII. Items Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair Within 48 Hours of Meeting Occurrence IX. Adjournment Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81182172480 Meeting ID: 811 8217 2480 --- One tap mobile +13017158592,,81182172480# US (Washington DC) +13052241968,,81182172480# US Join instructions
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
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Opioid Abatement Advisory Board to review community outreach and focus groups
The Opioid Abatement Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from Public Health Analysts regarding community outreach and focus groups. The board will also address administrative matters including minutes and invoice approvals.
- Community outreach update from Public Health Analysts
- Discussion of focus groups
- Approval of April 1, 2026 minutes
- Invoice approval
- Review of additional hours
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✓ Decided: Opioid Abatement Board approves student stipends and work extensions
The board approved final payments and 100 additional hours of work for two students conducting a community assessment. No decision was reached regarding the opioid settlement funding formula or the inter-municipal agreement amendment.
- Approved final stipend payment for Jaden Thackston (unanimous)
- Approved final stipend and Zoom reimbursement for Kalasiddhi Thapa (unanimous)
- Approved 100 additional hours for Jaden Thackston and Kalasiddhi Thapa at $20.83/hr (unanimous)
- Tabled vote on funding formula and inter-municipal agreement amendment
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Opioid Abatement Advisory Board
Open Session: There will be no public comment period during this meeting, only those recognized by the chair/convenor
Agenda
Regular Meeting - Remote Instructions Below
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
10am – 11am
Call to Order
Community Outreach update from Public Health Analysts
Focus Groups
Administrative:
Minutes April 1, 2026
Invoice approval
Additional hours
Adjournment
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Opioid Abatement Advisory Board Minutes
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
10am – 11am Remote via Zoom
Present: Sarah Toste, Marina Lent, Anna McCaffrey, Brice Boutot
Also Present: Ally Gittens Dias (Mosaic TTA), Kalasiddhi Thapa (BUSPH), Cheryl Sbarra
(Mass. Assoc. of Health Boards), Jaden Thackston (BUSPH), Martina Thornton (County
Manager),
Funding and “Formula” Discussion
Issue: Not all towns have transferred their opioid settlement funds into the county’s
pooled account.
Edgartown signed the pooling agreement but continues to hold its money
(“half-pooled”).
Oak Bluffs did not pool at all.
Proposed Solutions:
Either agree to a weighted billing formula based on proportion of funds received
from the state (population-based), designed by Martina Thornton using the Opioid
Abatement Lookup Tool:
Weighted against total means finding
a weighted average or proportion,
where specific values have varying
levels of importance rather than being
counted equally. Instead of dividing by
the total number of items, you divide
by the total of all the weights.
Est. total distributions
Weighted
%
Edgartown $305,284.89 0.48
Aquinnah $18,583.01 0.03
Chilmark $23,493.85 0.04
Tisbury $250,907.78 0.39
W Tisbury $37,390.55 0.06
Gosnold $4,389.99 0.01
$640,050.07 1.00
Another option is for Edgartown to contribute a set amount directly instead of
using a complex formula.
Outcome: The group could not vote on amending the inter-municipal agreemen …
Wed Jun 3, 2026
Dukes County Commissioner Meetings
Commissioners to discuss airport lease extension and fire truck grant
The Dukes County Commissioners will meet to discuss airport grant assurances and a 20-year lease extension. The body will also review the FY2025 audit and an interest income policy.
- Airport Lease 20-year extension amendment
- Airport Grant Assurances for fire truck and terminal expense
- Edgartown Chappy Connect Contract
- FY2025 Audit
- Interest Income Year-End Transaction Policy
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Presenter Time Vote
1 chair 2 min yes
2 Powers & Sullivan 30 min
3 Geoff Freeman 5 min yes
4 Martina Thornton 5 min yes
5 Christine Todd 10 min
6 Randy Milch / Juliet Mulinare 5 min yes
7 Martina Thornton 5 min yes
8 Christine Todd 5 min yes
9 Randy Milch 5 min
10 Tristan Israel 5 min
11 Don Leopold 5 min
12 Martina Thornton 5 min
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14
15 Calendar:
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Posted: Date: 6/1/2026 Time: 3:45pm
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments thereto:
T. George Davis
Clerk of the Courts
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Airport Lease - 20 year extension - Amendment
Discussion of Franklin Regional Council of Governments
documents
Edgartown Chappy Connect Contract
COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
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Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:00PM
the meeting is scheduled for
Dukes County Commissioners
County Building- 9 Airport Rd
Nominating Committee
Adjournment
Please note: All business will consist of a discussion and a possible vote to take action.
Agenda:
Manager’s Report
New business - Anything the Chairman did not reasonably anticipate for discussion when filing the meeting notice
to be posted.
Public Comment
County Commissioners meeting on June 17th at 4pm
Interest Income Year-End Transaction Policy
Committee Updates
Topic
Finance Committee
Land Use Committee
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
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Dukes County Personnel Board to discuss bylaws and employee evaluations
The Personnel Board will meet to review employee evaluations and propose updates to personnel bylaws. Discussions will focus on anniversary and promotion dates and the timing of vacation accrual after probationary periods.
- Evaluations for Rocy Turner, Maria Mouzinho, and Beth Kaeka (Parking Clerk)
- Proposed personnel bylaws amendments regarding anniversary vs. promotion dates
- Proposed changes to vacation accrual starting times after probationary periods
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Meeting
of the
Personnel Board
is scheduled for:
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
at 11:00AM
Remote participation only
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Amended* Agenda:
Minutes 2-3-2026, 5-12-2026
Evaluation Rocy Turner, Maria Mouzinho*, Beth Kaeka – Parking Clerk;
Personnel Bylaws Amendments – anniversary date v. promotion date – update; possibility of changing the starting time of accrual of vacation after the probationary period.
Manager Updates
New business - Anything the Chairman did not reasonably anticipate for discussion when filing the meeting notice to be posted.
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments thereto:
T. George Davis
Clerk of the Courts
Posted May 29, 2026 10:55 am
Tue May 26, 2026
Home Page Events
Dukes County Land Use Committee to review property updates
The Land Use Committee will receive updates on four specific county properties. The meeting includes a scheduled executive session to discuss real property transactions.
- Update on Dukes County Courthouse, Edgartown
- Update on 114 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs
- Update on 29 Breakdown Lane, Tisbury
- Update on Administration Building (9 Airport Road, Edgartown)
- Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
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COUNTY OF DUKES COUNTY
Land Use Committee
the meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:00pm
This will be a Remote Meeting
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1. Dukes County Courthouse, Edgartown – update
2. 114 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs – update
3. 29 Breakdown Lane, Tisbury – update
4. Administration Building (9 Airport Road, Edgartown) – update
5. Executive session in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) 2 to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body – and not to return in open session.
This notice is posted in accordance with MGL Chapter 30A, Section 20 (c) and amendments thereto
Posted on Date: 5-20-2026 Time: 4:50PM
Thu May 21, 2026
Health Council
Dukes County Health Council to review Rural Scholars 2026 methodology
The council will discuss the Rural Scholars 2026 participant experience and methodology. The meeting includes a review of a presentation given to the Tisbury COA on April 16, 2026, and a public health update.
- Review of March and April 2026 meeting notes
- Rural Scholars 2026 methodology and participant experience
- Review of April 16, 2026 Rural Scholars presentation to Tisbury COA
- Public health update from Sarah Toste
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Dukes County Health Council Agenda DATE: May 21, 2026 7:30-9:00 am Zoom Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/99728555460?pwd=3pVNArVKItzay8rI81izkIMlaR9iwH.1 Web Meeting ID 997 2855 5460; Web Meeting Passcode 2sMjWT
Meeting Call to Order 7:30AM Review and Approve DCHC Notes from March 2026, April 2026 K Samways - 7:30-7:35 Council Business Coordinating Committee 7:35-7:45
Rural Scholars 2026 HealthyMV Methodology Participant Experience Next Steps 7:45-8:40
Unedited Recording of Rural Scholars presentation to the Community Tisbury COA April 16, 2026 2026.04.16 RHS Present…
CHNA Document; CHNA DCHC Presentation; MV Commission - Aging< Gaps in Service; DCHCMV.com - Rural Scholars Past Projects; Rural Scholars - Comprehensive Review Rural Scholars Committee; DCHC Rural Scholars team; Rural Scholars 2026 partpcipants Public Health Update Sarah Toste TOPICS 8:40-8:50 INFORMATION AND QUESTIONS Other updates /Topics for Future Meetings ALL
Wed May 20, 2026
Dukes County Commissioner Meetings
✓ Decided: Commissioners appoint Kate Putnam to open seat and approve airport lease extension
The Dukes County Commission appointed Kate Putnam to fill a vacancy on the board until January 2027. The board also approved a 20-year land lease extension for the County administration building and accepted four airport grant assurances. Additionally, the commission approved a new investment income policy and the Chappy Connect contract.
- Accepted four airport grant assurances for a fire truck and terminal building expenses (5-0)
- Approved 20-year land lease extension for the County administration building (5-0)
- Appointed Kate Putnam as Dukes County Commissioner until January 2027 (5-0)
- Approved investment income allocation policy as recommended by Finance committee (4-0)
- Approved Chappy Connect Contract (5-0)
- Tabled approval of minutes from 5-20-26
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Dukes County Commission (DCC)
Meeting Minutes
Thursday, May 20, 2026
4:00 PM
Hybrid Meeting
Dukes County Commissioners in person: Christine Todd, Doug Ruskin
Commissioners on Zoom: Peter Wharton, Randy Milch, Tristan Israel
County Staff: Juliet Mulinare, Martina Thornton, Paulo DeOliveira
Others on Zoom: Bob Rosenbaum, Amy Upton, Norm Werthwien, Dona Flamme, Michael Miller, Frank Serreti,
Geoff Freeman, Art Smadbeck, Tom Murphy, Robert Johnston, Kate Putnam, Hayley Duffy
Others in person: Jay Theise
Christine called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Minutes from 5-20-26
Randy/Tristan moved to approve the minutes from 5-20-26. Doug would like to defer. Motion was tabled.
FY2025 Audit (documents on file)- Frank Serreti from CBIZ reviewed the audit reports and answered
questions.
4 Airport Grant Assurances - Fire Truck, Terminal ense -3 x (documents on file)
Tristan/Doug moved to accept all four grant assurances as presented — one for the fire truck and three for
the terminal building expenses. Doug- yes, Peter- yes, Tristan- yes, Randy- yes, Christine- yes. Motion
carries.
Airport Land Lease Amendment - 20-year extension (document on file)
Tristan/Randy moved to approve the 20-year land lease extension for the County administration building as
presented. Doug- yes, Peter- yes, Tristan- yes, Randy- yes, Christine- yes. Motion carries.
Interviews and Appointment to the open County Commissioners’ position
Jay Theise and Amy Upton introduced themselves and explained their i …
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🌐 County-level context (Dukes County)
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Traffic fatalities2 (2024)
Business establishments1,251 (6,082 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,222/mo (141 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy8.7% (low numeracy 15% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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183
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$16.6M
Spending$16.7M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$480K
Debt-to-revenue0.03×
Debt-load index26 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
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