Nantucket County public meetings in 2023

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 26, 2023, was cancelled.

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The Cannabis Advisory Committee will hold an election for Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary. The committee also plans to discuss cannabis compliance and new regulatory requirements for host communities.

• Election of Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary
• Discussion of December 11th MMA Webinar regarding Cannabis Compliance
• Review of potential Town Warrant Articles for ATM24

Capital Program Committee

The committee will discuss the completion timeline and development for RORI, including any open issues. The meeting also includes updates from the Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup.

• Discussion of RORI completion timeline and development
• Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup updates

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will review fines and mitigation measures for illegal tree removals, discuss previous meeting minutes, and take public comments.

• Further discussion of fines/ mitigation payments for illegal tree removals

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss FY 2025 General Fund Budget recommendations and provide updates on the 'Our Island Home' project. The meeting includes public hearings regarding land acquisition at Morgan Square and residential tax exemptions.

• Public hearing for land acquisition of Parcels A and B at Morgan Square
• Public hearing for FY 2024 Residential Exemption percentage
• Grant agreement for St. Paul’s Church in the amount of $850,000
• $4,339,275.70 construction contract for CMOM Phase 1 Sewer Replacement
• Review of proposed ambulance fee increases by the Fire Chief

Select Board

The Select Board is reviewing proposed increases to ambulance service rates and considering the taking of portions of Morgan Square via eminent domain. The meeting also includes updates on the 'Our Island Home' project and discussions regarding the FY 2025 General Fund Budget.

• Public hearing for the eminent domain taking of approximately 20,281 square feet at Morgan Square
• Review of proposed ambulance rate increases, such as raising BLS Emergency from $1,553 to $1,708.30
• Approval of a $4,339,275.70 construction contract with Niezgoda & Murray Excavating, LLC for sewer replacement
• Grant agreements for Community Preservation Act funding, including $850,000 for St. Paul’s Church
• Appointment of James Sulzer to the Board of Registrars of Voters

Town Council Study Committee

The committee will hold discussions regarding the benefits and shortcomings of a Town Council versus the current Town Meeting structure. Members will also discuss responsibilities for zoning decisions and the potential need for a facilitator.

• Election of Officers
• Discussion on Town Council vs. Town Meeting structure
• Discussion on zoning decision responsibilities and Planning Board roles
• Review of Nantucket's Town Government structure and process

Community Preservation Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Nantucket Community Preservation Committee for December 19, 2023, has been cancelled.

Historic District Commission

The commission will vote on the January–March 2024 meeting schedule and review various old and new business items. Discussions include property renovations, new dwellings, and potential policy reviews regarding house moves and wind turbines.

• Vote on HDC Schedule for Jan-Mar 2020
• New business: Solar array installation at 21A Daffodil Lane
• New business: New dwelling and garage applications for 1 N Swift Rock Rd
• Old business: Porch and balcony revisions at 1 Caroline Way
• Discussion on distinguishing between solid and veneer brick on chimneys and foundations

Historic District Commission

The commission is reviewing several ongoing and new applications for structural changes, including additions, demolitions, and hardscape revisions. The meeting also includes a vote to approve the meeting schedule for January through March 2024.

• Vote on the HDC meeting schedule for Jan-Mar 2024
• New business regarding solar roof installation at 21 Daffodil Ln
• Review of new dwelling and garage demolition/move at 1 N Swift Rock
• Discussion of hardscape revisions for 19 N Water Lot 7 and 11
• Review of porch and balcony revisions at 1 Caroline Way

Nantucket Public School Committee

The scheduled meeting for December 19, 2023, was cancelled. The original agenda included items such as the FY25 calendar approval and several educational mini-grants.

• Cancellation of the December 19, 2023, meeting
• Proposed approval of $25,000 donation from Community Foundation for Nantucket to Nantucket Community School programs
• Proposed approval of various Cape Cod Five Educational Mini-Grants ranging from $464.00 to $500.00
• Proposed approval of a $1,584.19 fundraising check from Hayward Photography to NHS

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The Nantucket Roads and Right of Way Committee will meet to discuss comments regarding a Chapter 91 application for 44-46 Easton Street. The meeting also includes an update on the Bluff Walk project.

• DEP Chapter 91 request for comments (44-46 Easton Street)
• Bluff Walk update
• Meeting with DPW Director Andrew Patnode

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will review applications, discuss a WPI report, and consider other business matters.

• Discussion of applicants
• WPI Report/Moving forward with survey

Harbor Plan Update Committee

The committee will review and discuss the table of contents for the harbor plan. Members will also discuss issues and recommendations regarding natural resources, commercial waterfront, and coordination and administration.

• Review and discussion of plan table of contents
• Discussion of natural resources issues
• Discussion of commercial waterfront issues
• Discussion of coordination and administration

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Commission will consider amendments to the 2024–2028 Transportation Improvement Program and authorize an agreement for safety action plan consulting. The meeting also includes discussions on updating enabling legislation and reviewing the FY23 Annual Report.

• Approval of TIP Amendment Number 1 for FFY 2024–2028
• Approval of project description adjustment in the FFY 2024 Transit Program
• Authorization of agreement for SS4A Comprehensive Safety Action Plan consulting services
• Review of recommended Warrant Articles for 2024 Annual Town Meeting
• Acceptance of Kristie Ferrantella's resignation from the Commission

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Commission is reviewing the FY23 annual report and discussing updates to its vision, mission, and objectives. The agenda also includes a transportation program manager update and discussions regarding membership options.

• Review of FY23 Annual Report
• Discussion of draft Vision, Mission, and Objectives
• Transportation Program Manager update
• Review of NPEDC membership options
• Receipt of Kristie Ferrantella resignation letter

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission is meeting to conduct its annual organizational business. The agenda includes the election of officers and the introduction of issues for the commission to address.

• Election of officers
• Introduction of commission issues

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission is meeting to discuss historic preservation goals, survey work, and a tax credit support letter. The body will also address an application deadline for the Nantucket Offshore Wind Community Fund.

• Historic Tax Credit support letter request for 5 Surfside Road (estimated total project cost: $4,825,497)
• Nantucket Offshore Wind Community Fund application deadline of January 31, 2024
• FY23 update on RFQ responses for ongoing survey work
• Contract extension for National Alliance of Preservation Commissions review
• Sconset Trust outreach for strategic planning

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Commission will discuss staff updates regarding demolition delays and Sconset Trust outreach. The agenda includes a request for a Historic Tax Credit support letter for 5 Surfside Road and updates on ongoing survey work.

• Historic Tax Credit support letter request for 5 Surfside Road
• Update on FY23 RFQ responses for ongoing survey work
• Nantucket Offshore Wind Community Fund application deadline of January 31, 2024
• Review of National Alliance of Preservation Commissions contract extension
• Approval of November 17, 2023 meeting minutes

NPEDC Work Group

The Town Area Plan Workgroup will meet via Zoom to discuss the nine components of the Master Plan's Area Plans. The agenda also includes approving the October 20, 2023, draft minutes.

• Discussion of Area Plans (nine components of the Master Plan)
• Approval of Draft Minutes from October 20, 2023

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to consider several septic loan requests and various permit variances. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Sankaty Head Caddie Program.

• Septic loan requests for 74 Arkansas Ave, 41 Tennessee Ave, 108 Surfside Rd, and 15 Folger Ave
• Septic loan request for Massasoit Village Condominium Association (32-44 South Cambridge Street)
• Variances for nitrogen loading at 10 Skyline Drive and 6 & 6A Washington Ave
• Variances for septic setbacks at 63 Starbuck Road and septic upgrades at 62 Arkansas Rd
• Sankaty Head Caddie Program discussion

Capital Program Committee

The committee will discuss the completion timeline and development for RORI, including any open issues. Members will also receive updates from the Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup.

• Discussion of RORI completion timeline and development
• Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup updates

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is continuing its second round of deliberations regarding various funding requests. The items under discussion cover historic preservation, affordable housing, and open space/recreation projects.

• Historic Preservation: Main Street Streetscapes Assessment ($50,000)
• Historic Preservation: West Monomoy Neighborhood Survey, Phase 1 ($60,000)
• Historic Preservation: Landmark House ($305,580)
• Historic Preservation: Restoration of St. Mary’s Church ($264,899.20 and $718,991.50)
• Historic Preservation: Hadwen & Barney Oil and Candle Factory masonry restoration ($938,751)

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for thirteen Notices of Intent regarding various land projects. The commission may also discuss amended orders of conditions, minor modifications, and certificates of compliance.

• Public hearing for Commonwealth Wind LLC-Offshore Linear Project
• Public hearing for Nantucket Island Land Bank at 9 Wanoma Way
• Public hearing for Iamadummy, LLC at 77 Eel Point Road
• Amended Order of Conditions for 14 Harbor View Way
• Minor modification request for NIR Retail, LLC at 4 Harbor Square

Conservation Commission

The Commission is reviewing various Notices of Interest (NOI), an Amended Order of Conditions (AOOC), and a Request for Certificate (RDA). The agenda also includes review of inspection logs and supplemental information regarding offshore projects and local properties.

• Notice of Interest for Offshore Linear Project
• Notice of Interest for 9 Wanoma Way
• Notice of Interest for 6 Wesco Place
• Amended Order of Conditions for 14 Harbor View Way
• Request for Certificate for 62 Arkansas Avenue

Finance Committee

The Nantucket Finance Committee will hold a public hearing and discussion regarding various citizen-submitted warrant articles for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting. The agenda includes reviewing proposals for zoning changes, real estate transactions, and bylaw amendments.

• Public hearing on Citizen Warrant Articles
• Zoning map changes for 1 Evergreen Way, 21 Airport Road, 3 Cobble Court, 75B Old South Road, 71 Hummock Pond Road, and 25 Rugged Road
• Real estate acquisitions and conveyances for Unnamed Way (Surfside), Bank Avenue, and portions of Hamblin Road
• Proposed bylaw amendments regarding short-term rentals, car rental agencies, and sewer district map changes
• Discussion of articles related to the Madaket Landfill Committee and Vineyard Wind, LLC

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commissioners will meet to review rainfall reports and the Director's updates regarding groundwater, renewable energy, tanks, and pump stations. The meeting includes a review of the West of Airport main project and preparations for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Review of West of Airport main project
• Fiscal Year 2025 updates
• Discussion of groundwater, renewable energy, tanks, and pump station projects
• Discussion, amendment, and execution of personnel or vendor contracts

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering several requests for secondary dwellings, garage apartments, and tertiary dwellings. The agenda also includes numerous Approval Not Required (ANR) plans, special permit amendments, and a public hearing regarding a rear lot subdivision at 14 Tripp Drive.

• Approval of secondary dwellings, garage apartments, and tertiary dwellings at various locations including 14 Correia Lane and 25 Willard Street
• Public hearing for a Rear Lot Subdivision at 14 Tripp Drive
• Amendment to Special Permit for a loading bay/building addition at 129 Orange Street
• Waiver request to allow an additional apartment at 31 Old South Road
• Release of $2,662.07 from engineering escrow for Procaccianti Group, LLC

Quad-Council

The Nantucket School Council will meet to receive updates from NES, NIS, CPS, and NHS. The discussion includes reviewing budgets, improvement plans, staffing, and scheduled work.

• Budget reviews for NES, NIS, CPS, and NHS
• Review of school improvement plans and staffing
• Parent Q&A session

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals will review several applications regarding property modifications, including a request to convert a garage into a secondary dwelling at 7 I Street. The board will also discuss variances for pool structures and groundcover ratios, as well as a permit modification for a permanent patio roof.

• Modification of special permit to change a garage to a secondary dwelling at 7 I Street
• Special Permit Relief to reconfigure a residential pier at 2 & 6 Easton Street
• Variance request for a pool cabana setback at 50 Weweeder Avenue
• Variance request for an accessory structure of up to 780.25 SF at 29 Monomoy Road
• Modification to allow a permanent patio roof at 5 Amelia Drive

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding various property modifications, including a request to change a garage into a secondary dwelling at 7 I Street. The board will also review compliance with existing special permit conditions for employee housing at 9 Thirty Acres Lane.

• Review of special permit conditions for employee housing at 9 Thirty Acres Lane
• Variance request for a pool cabana setback at 50 Weweeder Avenue
• Variance request for an accessory structure at 29 Monomoy Road
• Modification to change a garage to a secondary dwelling at 7 I Street, LLC
• Special Permit relief to reconfigure a residential pier at 2 & 6 Easton Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing several applications, including a request to convert a nonconforming garage into a secondary dwelling at 7 I Street. The Board will also consider repairing a residential pier at 2 & 6 Easton Street and modifying a variance for a permanent patio roof at 5 Amelia Drive.

• 7 I Street, LLC: Request to change use of a nonconforming garage/studio to a secondary dwelling
• 2 & 6 Easton Street LLC: Special Permit request to reconfigure a preexisting residential pier and bulkhead
• 5 Amelia Drive, LLC: Modification of variance to allow a permanent roof over a patio area
• 9 Thirty Acres Lane: Review of conditions for an Employee Dormitory Management Plan
• 10 Fox Grape Lane: Determination request regarding the installation of a 23’ x 10’ inground swimming pool

Cemetery Commission

The Commission will review lot sales, discuss membership expansion, and receive updates on several cemetery projects. Topics include monument restoration at Old North and Quaker Cemeteries and consolidation plans for Newtown Cemetery.

• Approval of lot sales since last meeting
• Installation of new Lot Corner markers at Polpis
• Proposal to expand Commission membership
• Monument Restoration Project update: Old North and Quaker Cemeteries
• Newtown Cemetery consolidation plan and infrastructure updates

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the FY 2025 General Fund Budget presentation and conduct a preliminary review of town-sponsored warrant articles for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting. The Board will also review the Memorandum of Understanding for the Sconset Beach Preservation Fund.

• FY 2025 General Fund Budget Presentation
• Review of Sconset Beach Preservation Fund (SBPF) Memorandum of Understanding
• Public Health Short-term Rental Registration Platform Update
• Approval of Payroll and Treasury Warrants
• Preliminary review of 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles

Select Board

The Select Board is reviewing the FY 2025 budget presentation, which projects total revenues of $152,252,601 and expenses of $152,252,602. The presentation also includes updates on the short-term rental registration platform and a discussion regarding the Sconset Beach Preservation Fund Memorandum of Understanding.

• FY 2025 General Fund budget with projected revenues of $152,252,601
• Proposed property tax revenue of $121,014,187
• Update on short-term rental registration platform beta testing for January 202 4
• Review/discussion of Sconset Beach Preservation Fund Memorandum of Understanding
• Personnel expense increase requests including $449,027 for four additional firefighters

Affordable Housing Trust

The 135 + 137 Orange Street Proposal Review Committee will meet to review and consider proposals submitted in response to a Request for Proposals (RFP). The meeting includes a presentation by the proposer and a financial review and analysis by Bernard Husser.

• Review and evaluation of proposals for 135 + 137 Orange Street
• Financial review and analysis by Bernard Husser

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss design options for Mid-Island Complete Streets projects and a bylaw amendment regarding bicycles and mopeds. Members will also review sidepath stop signs and online public engagement for bicycle and pedestrian projects.

• Review of Mid-Island Complete Streets project design options
• Discussion of Bylaw Amendment – Chapter 57: Bicycles and Mopeds
• Review of sidepath stop signs
• Discussion of potential Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Bicycle Safety Campaign

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee is outlining a continuing education course and informational handouts for real estate brokers. The materials aim to inform agents about sea level rise, property risk assessments, and the Coastal Resilience Plan (CRP).

• Proposed education on 2,373 structures at risk from coastal flooding and erosion through 2070
• Identification of top at-risk cultural structures including Whaling Museum and Brant Point Lighthouse
• Discussion of $3.4 billion in projected cumulative annual damages through 2070
• Proposed risk data for 'Priority Action Areas' including Brant Point, Downtown, and Madaket
• Review of capital priorities including Surfside Wastewater Treatment Plant and Madaket Erosion Management

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will discuss deed restriction programs and a proposal from The Richmond Company to accelerate 80% AMI homeownership construction. The board will also plan a strategic workshop and enter executive session to discuss specific real estate properties.

• Year-Round Deed Restriction Program up to 240% AMI
• The Richmond Company proposal for 80% AMI homeownership construction
• AHTF Strategic Plan Workshop scheduled for January 11th
• Executive session regarding Richmond Meadows II buy-down program
• Executive session regarding 18, 18A, 20, 22, 24, 26 Sparks Avenue and 44 Miacomet Road

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss grant opportunities for translating the Coastal Resilience Plan into Spanish and the status of pools in designated flood plains. Members will also review the Harbors Sediment Transport Study and the allocation of coastal resiliency funds.

• Offshore Wind grant for translating the Coastal Resilience Plan into Spanish
• Discussion on pools in designated flood plains
• Update on Harbors Sediment Transport Study and Dredge Plan
• Development of coastal risk informational sheets for real estate agents
• Review of Article 10 coastal resiliency funds and allocation increase recommendations

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is meeting to review applications for signs, new dwellings, and property renovations. The body will decide on consent items and discuss new and old business regarding residential and mixed-use modifications.

• New mixed-use project at 2 Forrest Ave
• New dwelling applications at 190 Hummock Pond, 13 Evergreen Wy, and 1 N Swift Rock Rd
• Roof replacement for Sankaty Head Golf Club at 100 Sankaty Rd
• Rooftop solar array at 21A Daffodil Lane
• Partial demolition and additions at 31 Squam Rd

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Commission will review property management items including a new community garden and a healing garden proposal. The agenda includes the presentation of the 2024 Outreach Plan and the adoption of the annual "M" Exemption Amount.

• 50 Old South Road/New Community Garden neighbor concerns
• 9 Vesper Lane Healing Garden Proposal
• Adoption of Annual "M" Exemption Amount
• 2024 Outreach Plan presentation
• Litigation regarding 17 Commercial Street and Easy Street Park variance denial

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council is meeting to discuss new business regarding sign requests. The body will review applications for wall and projecting signs at three different locations.

• Wall sign application for David Fredericks at 31 Old South rd.
• Projecting sign application for VTT LLC at 48 Center St.
• Two wall sign applications for Marine Home Center at 5 Bayberry Ct

Visitor Services Advisory Committee

The committee will review reports from the Director and Visitor Services Coordinator. The meeting includes a conversation with Town Events Coordinator Marina Dzvonik.

• Approval of November 14th minutes
• Conversation with Marina Dzvonik, Town of Nantucket Events Coordinator
• Director's Report
• Visitor Services Coordinator's Report

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission is reviewing a large agenda of applications for signs, new dwellings, additions, pools, and other alterations across the island. The meeting includes both new and old business items, with decisions to be made on certificates of appropriateness. The agenda is largely procedural, listing many individual property applications.

• Sign applications at 31 Old South Rd, 48 Center St, and 5 Bayberry Ln
• New dwellings at 190 Hummock Pond Rd, 13 Evergreen, and 1 N Swift Rock
• Additions at 69 Milestone and 148 Polpis
• Pool and hardscape applications at 12 Moors End Ln, 27 Cato Ln, and 61 Fairgrounds Rd
• Old business includes 34 Easton sidewalk and 19 N Water hardscape

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission is meeting to review the FY25 Final Operating Budget and provide updates on PFAS investigation and crew quarters projects. The body is also discussing a tentative public information meeting for the South Apron Expansion and a proposed public hearing for rates and charges.

• FY25 Final Operating Budget
• South Apron Expansion Project public information meeting tentatively set for January 11, 2024
• Rates and Charges Public Hearing proposed for January 9, 2024
• PFAS Investigation update
• Crew Quarters Project update

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss applications for secondary, tertiary, and garage dwellings, as well as various Administrative Non-compliance Reviews (ANRs). The meeting includes a student presentation on SolSmart zoning and several public hearings for specific property applications.

• Public hearings for applications at 14 Tripp Drive, 129 Orange Street, 31 Old South Road, 21 Amelia Drive, 11 Industry Road, 9 Hinsdale Road, 72 Cato Lane, 58 Baxter Road, and 10 Sun Island Road
• Review of secondary dwellings at 14 Correia Lane, 150 Surfside Road, 43 Fairgrounds Road, 5 Dennis Drive, 108 Surfside, 12 Nobska Way, and 232 Madaket Road
• Review of garage apartment at 25 Willard Street and tertiary dwelling at 44 Monohansett Road
• Release of escrow for Procaccianti Group, LLC in the amount of $2,662.07
• WPI Student Presentation regarding SolSmart Zoning Review

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing applications for secondary dwellings, garage apartments, and tertiary dwellings. The meeting includes several Acts Not Requiring approval (ANR) and multiple public hearings for specific properties.

• Secondary dwelling requests for 14 Correia Lane, 150 Surfside Road, 43 Fairgrounds Road, 5 Dennis Drive, 108 Surfside Road, 12 Nobska Way (Lots D and F), and 232 Madaket Road
• Garage apartment request for 25 Willard Street
• Tertiary dwelling request for 44 Monohansett Road
• Public hearings for 14 Tripp Drive, 129 Orange Street, 31 Old South Road, 21 Amelia Drive, 11 Industry Road, 9 Hindsale Road, 72 Cato Lane, 58 Baxter Road, and 10 Sun Island Road
• ANR reviews for multiple properties including 48 and 51 West Miacomet Road, 14 Tripp Drive, and 8 Walsh Street

Select Board

The Select Board will consider requests for corporate name and officer changes for specific alcohol licenses. The board will also review the renewal of various annual departmental licenses and the 2023 License Compliance Report.

• Corporate name change for alcohol license at 4 West Creek Road from Four West Creek, LLC to Kitty Murtaugh’s, LLC
• Change of officers for alcohol license at 100 Sankaty Road for The Sankaty Head Golf Club, Inc.
• Renewal of annual licenses for common victuallers, local entertainment, rental car agencies, and motor vehicle sales
• Renewal of annual liquor licenses
• Review of 2023 License Compliance Report

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to vote on the renewal of annual business licenses and liquor licenses for 2024. The body will also consider specific amendments to liquor licenses for two local establishments.

• Change of corporate name for Annual All-Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License from Four West Creek, LLC to Kitty Murtaugh’s, LLC at 4 West Creek Road
• Change of officers for Annual All-Alcoholic Beverages Club License for Sankaty Head Golf Club at 100 Sankaty Road
• Renewal of annual licenses for Common Victualler, Local Entertainment, Rental Car Agencies, Motor Vehicle Sales, Mobile Food Units, and Flower/Produce Vendors
• Renewal of 57 Annual Liquor Licenses
• Non-renewal of 3 liquor licenses: Special Grapes, LLC (dba Petrichor), Cocktail Court, LLC (dba Saltbox), and Nantucket Culinary Center, LLC

Madaket Area Plan Work Group

The Madaket Area Plan Advisory Workgroup is meeting to discuss the composition of the group and review draft area plan guidelines and background information. The group will also discuss area plans and establish a monthly meeting schedule.

• Election of officers
• Discussion on Madaket Area Plan Workgroup composition for a possible letter to NP&EDC
• Review of Draft Area Plan Guidelines and Area Plan Background Information (Draft JWW 8/2/2020)
• Discussion of Area Plans

Capital Program Committee

The committee is meeting to continue reviewing FY25 capital requests for Solid Waste. Members will also discuss the RORI development and completion timeline, as well as provide updates from the Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup.

• FY25 Capital Requests: Solid Waste
• RORI Completion Timeline and Development
• Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup updates

Council for Human Services

The Council for Human Services will meet to present and discuss revisions to its mission statement. The meeting also includes an update from the Human Services Director.

• Mission statement revision presentation and discussion
• Update from Human Services Director

Select Board

The Select Board and County Commissioners will meet to discuss several legal and real estate matters in executive session. These discussions include litigation strategies and the value or lease of specific properties.

• Litigation strategy regarding Marijuana Host Community Agreements
• Real property value or lease for Ames Avenue (Map 60.2.4, Parcel 63.2)
• Real property value or lease for 31 Western Avenue
• Real property value or lease for Sheep Pond Road
• Litigation strategy for Ward v. ZBA, Land Court No. 22 MISC 000064 MDV

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to discuss the 2024 Elder Expo and review reports on human services and senior gatherings. The body will also receive updates on recent grant applications and activities at Saltmarsh.

• Discussion of 2024 Elder Expo
• Report on status of recent grant applications
• Report on Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands
• Introduction of a dropbox for COA members
• Report on Saltmarsh activities

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee and Diversity Subcommittee will meet to undergo professional development regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion. The session includes a discussion with the Town DEI Director and a review of equity audits from the MASC Conference.

• DEI Professional Development for School Committee
• Discussion with Town DEI Director
• Equity Audit Discussion from MASC Conference
• Discussion regarding Affinity Groups

Select Board

The Select Board is conducting a continued public hearing to determine tax allocation by classification and the residential exemption percentage for Fiscal Year 2024. The board will also review pending contracts and real estate documents related to the Woodland Hill subdivision.

• Public hearing on FY2024 residential tax exemption percentage
• Contract for Barrett Enterprises, LLC for on-call snow plowing ($100,000 not to exceed)
• Contract for Saltine Warrior, Inc. for pre-treated road salt ($112,500)
• Grant agreement for Interfaith Council to support overnight homeless shelter ($40,000)
• Real estate documents for GG Development, LLC regarding Mill Hill Court and Woodland Hill subdivision

Select Board

The Select Board is reviewing requests to re-execute real estate documents with GG Development, LLC regarding roadway improvements on Mill Hill Court. The meeting also includes a public hearing on tax allocation by classification and the residential exemption for fiscal year 2024.

• Real estate: Request for re-execution of documents with GG Development, LLC for Mill Hill Court and Woodland Hill subdivision
• Public Hearing: Tax Allocation by Classification and Residential Exemption for Fiscal Year 2024
• Contract: $100,000 (not to exceed) for Barrett Enterprises, LLC snow plowing services
• Contract: $112,500 for Saltine Warrior, Inc. pre-treated road salt
• Grant: $40,000 one-time grant to the Interfaith Council for overnight homeless shelter

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to take action on a closing cost assistance application and discuss a year-round deed restriction program. The board will also enter executive session to discuss the value or purchase of specific real properties.

• Closing Cost Assistance Program application for 35 Warrens Landing (Truesdale)
• Discussion of Year-Round Deed Restriction Program
• Executive session regarding 18, 18A, 20, 22, 24 and 26 Sparks Avenue
• Executive session regarding Surfside Crossing Deed Restrictions

Capital Program Committee

The committee is meeting to continue reviewing FY25 capital requests for the airport. Members will also discuss the RORI development and completion timeline.

• FY25 Capital Requests: Airport
• RORI Completion Timeline and Development
• OIH Workgroup Volunteer
• Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup Updates

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The board will receive reports from the Marine and Natural Resources departments. Members will discuss several harbor management issues and the potential removal of the Marine Department from Police Department administrative jurisdiction.

• Discussion on removing Marine Department from Police Department administrative jurisdiction
• Discussion on ferry embarkation fees
• Discussion on alternate ferry pier and Petrel Landing
• Discussion on seed management, red-flag days, and green crabs
• Discussion on dump scallop shell pile

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing various requests including signs, pools, sheds, and new dwellings. The agenda includes several items of old business regarding previous dwelling and hardscape applications.

• Sign requests for 31 Old South Rd and 62 Old South Rd
• New dwelling applications for 5 Dennis Dr and 165 Cliff Rd
• Pool and hardscape applications for 146 Surfside Rd and 13 Aurora Way
• Shed applications for 15 Masaquet Ave, 67 Starbuck Rd, and 232 Madaket Rd
• Solar roof array application for 3 Eagles Wing Wy

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing a large volume of applications for residential and commercial property changes. The body will discuss new dwellings, pools, sheds, and signage across various Nantucket locations.

• Wall signs at 62 Old South Rd and 31 Old South Rd, and a hanging sign at 48 Center St
• New dwellings at 5 Dennis Dr, 165 Cliff, and 19 N Water Lot 7
• Roof solar installation at 3 Eagles Wing Wy
• Demolition request at 29 Commercial WF
• Mixed use revisions at 2 Forrest Avenue

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will review student enrollment and the FY25 calendar. The body will also hear presentations on technology budgets, Veritas, and federal grants.

• Vote to approve High School WWII Europe Field Trip for April 17, 2024 - April 26, 2024
• Technology Update and Budget Presentation by Director of Technology Jennifer Erichsen
• Presentation on Veritas by Martha Page Martineau
• Presentation on Federal Grants by Mellisa Devitt and Barbara Cohen
• Vote to approve meeting minutes from October 17, November 17, and November 28, 2023

NPEDC Work Group

The Town Area Plan Workgroup, a sub-committee of the Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission, will meet to discuss the nine components of the Master Plan. The group will also review draft minutes from October 20, 2023.

• Discussion of Area Plans and nine components of the Master Plan

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss enabling legislation. The primary focus is a discussion of suggestions for an updated NP&EDC roster.

• Discussion of suggestions for updated NP&EDC roster

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council is meeting to discuss new business regarding sign installations. The body will review applications for wall and projecting signs at three specific properties.

• Wall sign application for David Fredericks at 31 Old South rd.
• Wall sign application for Richard Valero at 62 Old South rd.
• Projecting sign application for VTT LLC at 48 Center St.

Harbor Plan Update Committee

The Nantucket and Madaket Harbor Plan Committee is meeting to discuss goals, objectives, and recommendations regarding natural resources. The committee will also determine next steps for the plan update.

• Discussion of natural resources goals, objectives, and recommendations

Nantucket Cultural Council

The Nantucket Cultural Council will meet to welcome new members and approve previous meeting minutes. The council will enter an executive session to review the FY24 Local Cultural Council Grant Panel Book and award funds to project recipients.

• Review of FY24 MCC Local Cultural Council Grant Panel Book
• Awarding of funds for proposed projects

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review and update B Policies regarding board governance and operations, as well as C Policies regarding general school administration. The committee will also vote on the minutes from the October 11, 2023, meeting.

• Review and update of B Policies (Board Governance and Operations)
• Review and update of C Policies (General School Administration)
• Vote to approve October 11, 2023, Policy Meeting Minutes

Nantucket Intermediate School Council

The School Council will review the purpose and draft of a focus initiative survey. Members will determine the delivery method and time-frame for the survey.

• Review of October meeting minutes
• Drafting and delivery planning for Focus Initiative survey
• Scheduling of meeting dates for the year

Town Council Study Committee

The committee is meeting to establish member expectations and review the Massachusetts form of government and Open Meeting Law. Members will also discuss the schedule and agenda for future meetings.

• Overview of Massachusetts Form of Government
• Overview of Open Meeting Law
• Discussion of meeting schedule

Town Council Study Committee

The Town Council Study Committee is meeting to establish member expectations and review the Massachusetts form of government and Open Meeting Law. The committee will also discuss its future meeting schedule and agenda.

• Overview of Massachusetts Form of Government provided by Town Counsel
• Overview of Open Meeting Law provided by Town Counsel
• Discussion of meeting schedule

Capital Program Committee

The committee is discussing FY25 capital requests for the DPW fleet and the RORI completion timeline. The meeting also includes updates from the Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup.

• FY25 DPW Mechanic's Truck Replacement: $120,000
• FY25 Parks and Recreation Pickup Truck: $82,500
• FY25 Parks and Recreation Dump Truck: $129,800
• FY25 9-foot Dumping Stake Body Truck: $121,000
• FY25 Facilities Utility Van: $77,000

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission is conducting public hearings for several Notices of Intent and Amended Orders of Conditions. The body will also consider Certificates of Compliance for three properties and discuss the issuance of Orders of Conditions.

• Notice of Intent for Commonwealth Wind LLC-Offshore Linear Project
• Notice of Intent for 13 North Liberty Street, 9 Wanoma Way, 6 Westco Place, 77 Eel Point Road, 156 Orange Street, 2 Cathcart Road, and 96 Squam Road
• Amended Order of Conditions for 4 Mariner Way and 6 Mariner Way
• Certificates of Compliance for 55R Polpis Road, 8 Walsh Street, and 10 Easy Street
• Approval of minutes from 05/25/2023

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to review several Notices of Intent (NOI) and Certificates of Compliance (COC) for various properties. The body will also review an offshore linear project and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Notice of Intent for offshore linear project
• Notice of Intent for 13 North Liberty Street
• Notice of Intent for 77 Eel Point Road
• Certificate of Compliance for 55R Polpis Road
• Certificate of Compliance for 6 and 10 Easy Street

Affordable Housing Trust

The 135 + 137 Orange Street Proposal Review Committee will meet to discuss and take action on proposals submitted in response to a Request for Proposals (RFP).

• Review and consideration of proposals for 135 + 137 Orange Street

County Commission

The County Commission is meeting to review requests regarding the acquisition of Clay Street and the execution of assents for land court plans. The body will also vote on payroll and treasury warrants for October and November 2023.

• Request for County to acquire Clay Street for pedestrian and/or vehicular connection
• Assent to Amended Complaint for 1979 fee taking of Burnell Street (52 Burnell Street)
• Assent to Complaint for 1975 order of taking of Derrymore Road (78 Cliff Road)
• Approval of October and November 2023 payroll and treasury warrants

County Commission

The County Commission is reviewing a Planning Board request to acquire Clay Street for future pedestrian or vehicular connections. The body will also consider land court assents regarding Burnell Street and Derrymore Road.

• Request to acquire Clay Street for future pedestrian and/or vehicular connection
• Assent to Amended Complaint for 1979 fee taking of Burnell Street (52 Burnell Street)
• Assent to Complaint for 1975 order of taking of Derrymore Road (78 Cliff Road)
• Approval of September 27, 2023 minutes
• Approval of October and November 2023 payroll and treasury warrants

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several professional service agreements and contract amendments. The board will also review a license agreement for a sidewalk easement on South Water Street and receive reports from Valet Park of America and the Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee.

• License agreement with 14 Easy Street LLC for a 62 s.f. sidewalk easement on South Water Street
• Contract amendment for Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. adding $345,600 for a new public works facility
• Professional services agreement with Capeway Roofing Systems, Inc. for $176,800 for Surfside WWTF roof repair
• Professional services agreement with Plan B Construction Co. for $88,000 for roof and siding at Take It or Leave It building
• Professional services agreement with NEOGOV for $78,961.28 for Human Resources software

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several professional service contracts and a license agreement for a sidewalk easement on South Water Street. The board will also receive a report on the 2023 summer valet services and a quarterly report from the Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee.

• License agreement with 14 Easy Street LLC for a 62 s.f. sidewalk easement on South Water Street
• Professional services agreement with NEOGOV for $78,961.28
• Professional services agreement with Turf Prep, LLC for $75,000
• Contract amendment for Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. adding $345,600
• Professional services agreement with Capeway Roofing Systems, Inc. for $176,800

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee will hear a presentation from the Woods Hole Group on Dynamic Adaptation Pathways for coastal resilience projects. Members will also discuss creating informational sheets for real estate agents and updating the Town's coastal resilience webpage.

• Presentation by Kirk Bosma of Woods Hole Group on Dynamic Adaptation Pathways
• Development of coastal risk information sheets for real estate agents
• Review of the Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee communication and outreach plan press release
• Discussion on translating the Coastal Resilience Plan (CRP)
• Planning for the Town's Coastal Resilience webpage content

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed a case study on Dynamic Adaptive Policy Pathways (DAPP) using Falmouth's Surf Drive corridor. The meeting also covered real estate fiduciary duties regarding flood risk disclosure and a press release for a public communication plan.

• Review of Falmouth Surf Drive options: beach nourishment ($7.2 mil), road elevation ($29-60 mil), seawall ($31-50 mil), and bridge construction ($143 mil)
• Discussion of real estate fiduciary duties of disclosure and loyalty regarding flood-risk properties
• Press release for a communication plan to educate the public on coastal hazards via social media and ten partner organizations

Golf Capital Workgroup

The Golf Capital Workgroup is meeting to discuss capital projects and equipment requests for the Miacomet and Sconset golf courses. The group will review infrastructure updates, including irrigation and parking, as well as facility maintenance.

• Miacomet Golf Course: Electric vehicle parking lot proposal
• Miacomet Golf Course: Bunkers renovation and 18th hole tees/fairway bunker
• Miacomet Golf Course: Flooring replacement at 6 W. Miacomet Rd employee housing
• Sconset Golf Course: Irrigation well pump replacement and system upgrades
• Sconset Golf Course: Addition of forward tees to holes

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing a large volume of applications for new dwellings, additions, and exterior modifications. The body is also discussing digital file submission requirements and various historic preservation policies.

• Town of Nantucket requests for new dwellings at 5 and 9 Waitt Dr
• New mixed-use building proposal at 18-26 Sparks Ave
• New dwelling proposals at 165 Cliff Rd and 5 Dennis Dr
• Demo structure request at 29 Commercial Wf by Nantucket Boat Basin LLC
• Solar roof array proposal at 3 Eagles Wing Wy

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission is meeting to discuss 2024 rates and draft budgets for the Sconset and Miacomet golf courses. The body will also review property management items and real estate acquisitions in executive session.

• 2024 Proposed Golf Rates
• 2024 Draft Budget Review for Sconset and Miacomet Golf Courses
• Maria Mitchell Lease Extension discussion for 28 Washington Street
• Discussion on Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at various locations
• Review of 19 Wauwinet Road/Eat Fire Spring greenhouse

Nantucket Public School Committee

The committee will review student enrollment, a preliminary budget forecast, and an audit of the Student Activity Account. Members are scheduled to vote on several donations and a pay increase for substitutes.

• Vote to approve $65,000.00 in estimated Field House renovation donations
• Vote to approve three $200.00 donations to the CPS News Program
• Vote to approve a $1,586.23 fundraising check from Hayward Photography to NIS
• Vote to approve an increase of Nantucket Public Schools substitute pay
• Discussion of preliminary budget forecast and student enrollment

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council meeting scheduled for November 28, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission is meeting to review a large docket of applications for Certificates of Appropriateness, covering new dwellings, additions, pools, sheds, decks, and other structural changes across the island. The agenda includes consent items, old business from prior meetings, and new business, with most entries listed as PDF attachments. The meeting is largely procedural, with the commission deciding on each application's compliance with historic district guidelines.

• New dwellings at 15 Morey Ln, 5 Dennis Dr, 165 Cliff, 19 N Water Lot 11, 19 N Water Lot 7
• Additions at 109 Tom Nevers Rd, 8 Chuck Hollow, 89 Easton, 63 Baxter
• Pool and hardscape applications at 146 Surfside Rd, 51 Miacomet Ave, 4 Lavendar Ln
• Solar panel installations at 93 Sankaty Rd and 3 Eagles Wing Wy
• Demolition of shed at 57 Eel Point Rd and commercial building at 29 Commercial Wharf

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The commission will review a transportation program manager update and a letter of support for the Cape Cod Bridges project. The meeting includes a review of a Section 3 finance memo and a draft of the commission's vision, mission, and objectives.

• Cape Cod Bridges project letter of support
• Transportation Program Manager update
• Section 3 finance memo from Andrew Vorce
• Draft vision, mission, and objectives (09.12.23)
• NPEDC membership survey

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will discuss transportation program updates and the status of Bill S. 2467 regarding commission membership. The body will also review a support letter for the Cape Cod Bridges Project and a report from the 2023 Special Town Meeting.

• Authorization of public review period for FFY 2024–2028 Transportation Improvement Program Amendment Number 1
• Authorization for Chair to sign agreement for Safe Streets and Roads for All consulting services
• Authorization to advertise a vacancy for the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
• Discussion of Bill S. 2467 regarding the name and membership of the Commission
• Review of Cape Cod Bridges Project Letter of Support

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will meet to execute a wastewater mitigation agreement and discuss property management. The body will review design and planning for several specific land parcels.

• Execution of Wastewater Treatment Conservation Area Mitigation Agreement
• Property improvements and accessible parking at 321 Polpis Road
• Community garden planning for 50 Old South Road
• Discussion on merging properties at 158 & 160 Orange Street
• Design review for 19 E. Creek Road

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is meeting to decide on a variety of residential and commercial modifications, including new dwellings, garages, and pools. The body will also discuss policy items such as wind turbines and the Sunrise Wind Farm Project.

• New mixed used building at 18-26 Sparks Ave
• New dwelling at 19 N. Water Lot 7 and Lot 11
• New dwelling at 43 W. Miacomet Rd
• New garage at 8 Sconset Ave
• New pool at 76 Sankaty Rd

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will receive reports from the Marine and Natural Resources departments. The board will discuss harbor watershed outreach, green crabs, and the Harbors Action Plan. New business includes an update on the Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee and discussions regarding Petrel Landing.

• Petrel Landing embarkation fee and alternate ferry pier discussion
• Seed management and red-flag days discussion
• Harbor watershed public information outreach ideas
• Green crabs discussion
• Harbors Action Plan Committee HSAB recommendations

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to review several fund requisitions for local organizations. The body will also continue deliberations on the second round of FY’25 grant applications.

• Fund requisition for NHA ~ Fair Street Research Library: $408,553.93
• Fund requisition for NISDA: $148,696.11
• Fund requisition for St. Paul’s Church: $135,679.26
• Fund requisition for Hospital Thrift Shop: $25,000.00
• Fund requisition for Nantucket Interfaith: $22,689.50

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a special meeting to discuss a follow-up regarding the November 14 hearing on S. 2467 by the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government.

• Follow-up on Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government November 14 Hearing on S. 2467

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to discuss income restriction buy-down programs and the Affordable Housing Act. The body will vote on a feasibility study for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and the execution of quitclaim deeds for properties on Vesper Lane.

• Action on ADU Feasibility Study proposals (one priced at $85,000 and another at $23,700)
• Action on quitclaim deed for 18 Vesper Lane to Nantucket Cottage Hospital
• Action on acceptance of deed for portions of 16 Vesper Lane
• Discussion on Year-Round Deed Restriction community meeting
• Executive session regarding properties at Sparks Avenue, Surfside Crossing, and 35 Essex Road

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Commission discussed updates regarding a $30,000 grant request for the Downtown Neighborhood historic properties survey. Members also reviewed potential changes to demolition delay bylaws and discussed a state bill regarding solar energy in historic districts.

• $30,000 FY24 Pre-Application request for Downtown Neighborhood property surveys
• Discussion of MA Bill S-1289 regarding solar energy systems in historic districts
• Review of demolition delay policies and deconstruction definitions
• Update on the FY23 Survey Project and RFQ re-advertisement

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Commission will review updates on solar energy installation in historic districts and demolition delays. Members will discuss ongoing survey work and a $30,000 FY24 pre-application for the Downtown Neighborhood Group.

• MA Bill S-1289 regarding solar energy systems in historic districts
• FY24 Pre-Application for Downtown Neighborhood Group surveys ($30,000 request)
• FY23 Survey Project RFQ readvertisement
• FY22 Survey Project batch comments and review
• Nantucket Offshore Wind Community Fund application deadline of January 31, 2024

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will review design options for Mid-Island Complete Streets projects. Members will also discuss sidepath stop signs, online public engagement for bicycle and pedestrian projects, and a bicycle safety campaign.

• Mid-Island Complete Streets project design options
• Sidepath stop signs
• Online public engagement for bicycle and pedestrian projects
• Vulnerable Road User signage for bicycle safety campaign

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to discuss deed restrictions and the potential for an income restriction buy-down program. The board will take action on an ADU feasibility study proposal and property transfers involving Vesper Lane.

• Approval of ADUs Feasibility Study Proposal
• Execution of Quitclaim Deed for 18 Vesper Lane to Nantucket Cottage Hospital
• Acceptance of Deed from Nantucket Cottage Hospital for portions of 16 Vesper Lane
• Discussion of Year-Round Deed Restriction community meeting
• Discussion of AHTF ability to create a Buy Down Program for Income Restriction

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss GIS mapping and potential by-law changes regarding increased fines for illegal tree removal. The committee will also receive an update on town tree work.

• Discussion of by-laws for increased fines for illegal tree removal
• GIS Mapping old business
• Town Tree Work update

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to elect officers and discuss the master plan timeline for the Nobadeer Athletic Complex Expansion Project. Members will also review field usage plans for fall and spring sports.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Nobadeer Athletic Complex Expansion Project master plan timeline
• Fall and spring sports field usage plans

Council for Human Services

The Council for Human Services will meet to present and discuss revisions to its mission statement. The meeting also includes an update from the Human Services Director.

• Mission statement revision presentation and discussion
• Update from Human Services Director

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to review various Notices of Intent (NOI), Requests for Determination (RDA), and Certificates of Compliance (COC). The body will also consider a regulations update and the Brant Point Area Plan.

• Regulations update dated 10/24/2023
• Brant Point Area Plan approved by NPEDC on February 4, 2013
• NOI for Offshore Linear Project
• NOI for Coska-Coutue Wildlife Refuge
• RDA for 60 Madaket Road and 47 Crooked Lane

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings on various Notices of Intent and amended orders of conditions. The body will also review requests for determinations of applicability and certificates of compliance for several local properties.

• Public hearing for Commonwealth Wind LLC regarding an Offshore Linear Project
• Notice of Intent for Nantucket Island Land Bank at 54 Madaket Road and 9 Wanoma Way
• Notice of Intent for Madaket Land Trust at 4 Baltimore Street, 8 & 10 Chicago Street, and 30 Starbuck Road
• Amended Order of Conditions for 63 Hulbert Avenue, 4 Mariner Way, and 6 Mariner Way
• Requests for Determination of Applicability for 60 Madaket Road, 47 Crooked Lane, and 32-44 South Cambridge Street

Capital Program Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss FY25 capital requests and out-year planning specifically for the airport. The agenda also includes a discussion on the RORI completion timeline and updates from the Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup.

• FY25 Airport requests totaling $10,460,600
• Groundwater & Soil Investigation/PFAS Part 2: $4,000,000 (FY25)
• Employee Housing Supplemental Construction & Design: $3,200,000 (FY25)
• Runway 6-24 Repair: $1,200,000 (FY25)
• AIP Projects-Outyears total estimated at $217,200,000

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The Cannabis Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers and discuss potential citizen and town warrant articles for ATM 25. The body will also review changes to state cannabis regulations and the status of the town's draft Social Equity Policy.

• Election of Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary
• Discussion of Citizen’s Warrant Articles for ATM 25
• Discussion of potential Town Warrant Articles for ATM 25
• Review of Cannabis Control Commission changes to 935 CMR 500.000
• Update on Town Administration review of draft Social Equity Policy

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health is meeting to discuss a septic extension and the Sankaty Head Foundation. The board will also review and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Septic extension at 60 Arkansas Ave
• Discussion regarding Sankaty Head Foundation

Select Board

The Select Board will consider the Nantucket Community Wildfire Protection Plan and review preliminary warrant articles for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting. The board is also reviewing pending contracts and payroll warrants.

• Request for approval of the Nantucket Community Wildfire Protection Plan
• Software agreement with CivicPlus, LLC for $13,313.39
• Purchase and sale agreement with Habitat for Humanity for $3.00 for lots 88, 89, and 90 on Waitt Drive
• Preliminary review of 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
• Discussion of potential rental car bylaw changes regarding surplus medallions and Turo

Select Board

The Select Board will review a request for approval of the Nantucket Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The board is also considering the conveyance of three lots on Waitt Drive to Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing.

• Request for approval of Nantucket Community Wildfire Protection Plan
• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Habitat for Humanity for Lots 88, 89, and 90 on Waitt Drive for $3.00
• Software Agreement with CivicPlus, LLC for $13,313.39 for See-Click-Fix application
• Contract amendment with BETA Group, Inc. to extend term to November 1, 2024
• Preliminary review of Town-Sponsored Warrant Articles for 2024 Annual Town Meeting

Nantucket Housing Authority

The Nantucket Housing Authority will meet to sign the November 2023 payroll warrant and review minutes from October 18, 2023. The board will consider a contract with Rise Engineering for energy efficiency upgrades and review covenants for two specific properties.

• Contract with Rise Engineering for heat source pumps and solar-assisted water heaters at Norquarta Drive Development
• Covenant for 11 Equator Drive
• Covenant for 35 Warren’s Landing Road
• Signing of November 2023 Bill roll/Payroll Warrant

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will discuss the Airport Manager's employment agreement and the declaration of surplus property on Bunker Road. The body will also review the preliminary FY25 operating budget and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approval of Airport Manager’s Employment Agreement
• Declaration of surplus property on Bunker Road
• Proposed Rates and Charges Public Hearing for January 9, 2024
• Preliminary FY25 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Updates on PFAS investigation, Crew Quarters Project, and South Apron Expansion Project

Visitor Services Advisory Committee

The Visitor Services Advisory Committee will meet to review reports and approve previous minutes. The meeting includes a scheduled conversation with Philip Scudder, Managing Partner of Hy-Line Cruises.

• Conversation with Philip Scudder, Managing Partner Hy-Line Cruises
• Approval of October 10th Minutes
• Director’s Report
• Visitor Services Coordinator’s Report

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will discuss November student enrollment and vote on a paid day off for specific staff members. The body will also consider two donations for school programs and review MCAS results during a workshop session.

• Vote on paid day off after Thanksgiving for Facilities, ESP Classification I, and Administration employees
• $4,000 donation from Nantucket Triathlon Club for the Nantucket Community School family swim program
• $10,000 donation from Community Foundation for Nantucket for the Nantucket Community School’s Fall Session of ESOL
• Discussion of November Student Enrollment
• Workshop review of 2023 MCAS Results and CPS School Improvement Plan

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Commission will review various property management updates, including the Municipal Harbor Plan and a bike park designer contract. The meeting also includes approval of FY23 financial statements and discussion of ongoing litigation.

• Fog Town Farm License Agreement ratification
• Municipal Harbor Plan presentation
• Bike Park Project designer contract award
• 81 Hinsdale Rd/Nantucket Racquet Sports Association safety lighting proposal
• Approval of FY23 Financial Statements

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing a large volume of applications for residential modifications, including new dwellings, sheds, and pool installations. The body will also vote on whether to require minutes with every Old Business application.

• Vote on the necessity of including minutes with Old Business applications
• New dwelling applications for 3 Aster Court, 24 India St, 126 Somerset Rd, and 12 Pilgrim Rd
• Solar roof array applications for a cabana and gazebo at 79 Polpis Rd
• Demolition and move-off requests for dwellings at 11 Osprey Way and 2 Dukes Rd
• Mixed-use building application for 18-26 Sparks Ave

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee discussed the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Program and potential state grants for climate resilience. The meeting included a review of existing coastal resilience action items and a roadmap of proposed structural and nature-based projects.

• FY25 MVP Action Grants: Up to $3M per project and $5M for regional projects
• Downtown Neighborhood Flood Barrier Phase 1: Estimated cost $12M to $13M
• Madaket Road Raising and Bridge Conversion: Estimated cost $36M to $40M
• Steamboat Wharf Resilience: Estimated cost $110M to $120M
• Proposed updates to Zoning By-Laws and Wetland Ordinances for resilient design

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) action grant program and state regulation updates from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. Members will also review the committee's annual report and discuss public outreach strategies.

• Presentation on MVP action grant program by Courtney Rocha
• Discussion with Mass DEP Waterways Program Chief Daniel Padien regarding a December 2022 letter
• Review of the CRAC annual report
• Discussion of social media outreach strategies and impression data from Doug Rose
• Approval of October 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss funding requests for historic preservation, affordable housing, and open space projects. The agenda includes requests for various local organizations and town assessments.

• Nantucket Historical Association: Hadwen & Barney Oil and Candle Factory restoration ($938,751)
• Nantucket Racquet Sports Association: Campus Expansion ($1,000,000)
• Nantucket Interfaith Council: Nantucket Rental Assistance Program ($360,000)
• St. Mary Our Lady of the Isle: Church restoration requests ($264,899.20 and $718,991.50)
• Town of Nantucket: Main Street Streetscapes Assessment ($50,000) and West Monomoy Neighborhood Survey ($60,000)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust meeting scheduled for November 14, 2023, has been cancelled.

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to hold a discussion regarding a year-round deed restriction community meeting.

• Discussion of Year-Round Deed Restriction Community meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss applications for secondary and tertiary dwellings and review several subdivision plans. The meeting includes public hearings for multiple property applications and a request to set the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Secondary dwelling requests for 40 Warren’s Landing Road, 2 Hiawasse Lane, 2 Corby Way, and 4 Mariner Way
• Tertiary dwelling request for 6 Exeter Street
• Public hearings for properties at 18-26 Sparks Avenue, 105 & 109 W. Chester Street, and 3, 5 & 7 Sea Street
• Preliminary plan review for 76 Eel Point Road
• Request for extension of Special Permits for Ticcoma Green at 6 Fairgrounds Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review applications for secondary and tertiary dwellings and various After Neighborhood Review (ANR) plans. The meeting includes public hearings for several specific properties and the establishment of the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Secondary dwelling applications for 2 Mayflower Circle, 40 Warrens Landing Road, 2 Hiawasse Lane, 2 Corby Way, and 4 Mariner Way
• Tertiary dwelling application for 6 Exeter Street
• Public hearings for 18, 18A, 20, 22, 24, and 26 Sparks Avenue, Westmoor Club, 3, 5, and 7 Sea Street, 14 Tripp Drive, 7 Wrights Landing, 6 Exeter Street, and 2 Mary Ann Drive
• Preliminary plan for 76 Eel Point Road
• ANR plans for 14 Tripp Drive, Sandwich Road, 14 Macys Lane, 10 Evergreen Way, 7 Crooked Lane, 8 Walbang Avenue, 4 Cathcart Road, 51 Tennessee Avenue, and 53 Tennessee Avenue

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several liquor license requests, including pledges to secure loans and changes to operating hours. The meeting includes public hearings for a new restaurant license and a live entertainment license, as well as a compliance hearing regarding license violations.

• Pledge of seasonal all-alcoholic beverages licenses for 50 Easton Street and 120 Wauwinet Road to secure loans
• Request to extend liquor service hours to 11:00 PM for Sophie T’s at 8A Bayberry Court
• Public hearing for new common victualler and all-alcoholic beverages license for Casa Real Restaurant and Bar at 5 Macys Lane
• Public hearing for new live entertainment license for Casa Real Restaurant and Bar at 5 Macys Lane
• Compliance hearing for multiple violations regarding The Muse at 44 Surfside Road

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to consider several liquor license requests, including pledges to secure loans and changes to operating hours. The board will also hold public hearings for new licenses and a compliance hearing regarding license violations.

• Pledge of seasonal all-alcoholic beverages licenses for Brant Point Grill (50 Easton Street) and The Wauwinet Inn (120 Wauwinet Road) to secure loans
• Request to extend liquor service hours from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM for Sophie T’s (8A Bayberry Court)
• Public hearing for new common victualler and live entertainment licenses for Casa Real Restaurant and Bar (5 Macys Lane)
• Public hearing for Lemon Press (41 Main Street) to remove a second-floor prep kitchen from its license
• Compliance hearing for The Muse (44 Surfside Road) regarding multiple license violations

Madaket Area Plan Work Group

The meeting scheduled for November 10, 2023, has been cancelled.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests for special permits and variances regarding the modification of nonconforming structures. The board will also review requests to change building uses and merge lots due to septic system failures.

• 5 Surfside Drive: Proposal to replace a commercial structure with a two-story mixed-use building and 4-bedroom garage apartment
• 12 Academy Lane: Request to change a nonconforming garage to a mixed-use shed and home office
• 6 Candle House Lane: Request to re-issue relief to demolish and reconstruct a garage/studio
• 20 New Street: Proposal to convert a studio structure into a one-bedroom secondary dwelling
• 6 & 6A Washington Avenue: Variance request to merge two lots exceeding maximum ground cover due to septic failure

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to decide on several variance requests and special permits for residential and commercial properties. The board will also determine the 2024 meeting schedule.

• 5 Surfside Drive: Proposed demolition and replacement of a commercial structure
• 12 Academy Lane: Proposed change of use for a garage to a mixed-use shed and home office
• 20 New Street: Proposed conversion of a studio to a secondary dwelling and parking waiver
• 6 & 6A Washington Avenue: Variance request to exceed maximum ground cover to merge two lots
• 50 Weweeder Avenue: Variance request for a pool cabana setback and groundcover ratio

Capital Program Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss FY25 capital requests and out-year planning for sewer and stormwater projects. The session includes updates from the Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup.

• Baxter Road Sewer Design/Construction: $10,000,000 (FY25)
• Somerset Needs Area Sewer Extension: $5,400,000 (FY25) and $47,400,000 (FY26)
• SiaSconset Area Sewer Redesign and Reconstruction: $12,100,000 (FY25)
• Surfside Maintenance and Administration Facility supplemental funding: $7,000,000 (FY25)
• Somerset Raceway Road and Infrastructure Improvements: $4,000,000 (FY25)

Council for Human Services

The Council for Human Services will meet to present and discuss revisions to its mission statement. The meeting also includes an update from the Human Services Director.

• Presentation and discussion of mission statement revision
• Update from Human Services Director

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commissioners will meet to receive director updates on several infrastructure projects. The board will also discuss the amendment and execution of personnel and vendor contracts.

• West of Airport main project update
• Sewer force main update
• Main extensions update
• Siasconset Water update
• Discussion of personnel and vendor contracts

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several requests for variance relief, groundcover modifications, and special permit changes. Items include discussions on accessory structures, garage conversions, and lot merging.

• Variance for pool cabana setback at 50 Weweeder Avenue
• Ground cover waiver for accessory structure at 29 Monomoy Road
• Special permit modification to replace commercial structure at 5 Surfside Drive
• Special permit for mixed-use shed/office at 12 Academy Lane
• Modification of garage structure and grant of relief at 6 Candle House Lane

Select Board

The Select Board meeting scheduled for November 8, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for November 8, 2023, has been cancelled.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for November 8, 2023, has been cancelled.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for November 8, 2023, has been cancelled. No actions were taken.

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee is conducting first-round deliberations on funding requests for historic preservation, affordable housing, and open space projects. The requests include various restoration projects and community assistance programs.

• Nantucket Historical Association: Hadwen & Barney Oil and Candle Factory restoration ($938,751)
• Nantucket Racquet Sports Association: Campus Expansion ($1,000,000)
• Nantucket Interfaith Council: Nantucket Rental Assistance Program ($360,000)
• Nantucket Community Service: Landmark House ($305,580)
• St. Mary Our Lady of the Isle: Church restoration requests ($264,899.20 and $718,991.50)

Cemetery Commission

The Nantucket Cemetery Commission will meet to approve several lot sales at Polpis Cemetery. The board will also discuss updates regarding monument restoration and consolidation plans for Newtown Cemetery.

• Approval of lot sales at Polpis Cemetery to Tanya Eldridge, Todd Winship, Robert King, and Lisa Todd
• Update on Monument Restoration Project at Old North and Quaker Cemeteries
• Discussion of Newtown Cemetery consolidation plan and improvements including parking and flagpole
• Discussion regarding the donation of a Red Maple at Polpis

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a Special Town Meeting. No other specific agenda items or motions were listed.

• Discussion of Special Town Meeting

NPEDC Work Group

The Town Area Plan Work Group is meeting to discuss Area Plans, which are nine components of the Master Plan. The session also includes the approval of the agenda and draft minutes from October 20, 2023.

• Discussion of Area Plans (nine components of the Master Plan)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss matters related to a Special Town Meeting. No other specific agenda items or decisions were listed.

• Discussion regarding Special Town Meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss potential technical changes to motions or comments for the 2023 Special Town Meeting. This meeting precedes the start of the 2023 Special Town Meeting at 5:00 PM.

• Discussion of technical changes to Planning Board motions or comments for 2023 Special Town Meeting

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to discuss a Special Town Meeting. No other specific agenda items or decisions were listed.

• Discussion regarding a Special Town Meeting

Nantucket Cultural Council

The Nantucket Cultural Council will meet to review the FY24 Local Cultural Council Grant Panel Book. The council intends to award funds to recipients for their proposed projects during an executive session.

• Review of FY24 MCC Local Cultural Council Grant Panel Book
• Awarding of funds for proposed projects
• Approval of April 11, May 16, and June 13, 2023 minutes
• Establishment of FY24 meeting schedule

Select Board

The Select Board and County Commissioners will meet to enter an executive session. The purpose is to discuss legal strategy regarding the case Barros v. Select Board, et al. in Nantucket Superior Court.

• Executive session regarding Barros v. Select Board, et al. (Civil Docket No. 2175CV00004)

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The committee is meeting to discuss the Request for Proposals (RFP) and application calendar for human service grants. Members will also discuss youth behavioral grant awardees and review data from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

• Human service grant RFP discussion
• Calendar dates for human services grant application and deliberations
• Discussion on youth behavioral grant awardees
• Update on Worcester Polytechnic Institute data

Cyrus Peirce Middle School

The Cyrus Peirce Middle School Council is meeting to discuss the FY25 budget and upcoming parent-teacher conferences. The body will also revisit special events for cross-curricular activities and hold a parent/student Q&A session.

• FY25 Budget
• Parent-Teacher Conferences scheduled for 12/13/23
• Special Events and Months for cross curricular
• Parent/Student Q&A

Harbor Plan Update Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss and vote on the Annual Committee Report for FY 23. Members will also review the updated harbor plan timeline and next steps regarding UHI interviews and survey analysis.

• Vote on Annual Committee Report for FY 23
• Discussion of updated harbor plan timeline
• Review of UHI interviews and survey analysis

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars is meeting to discuss a residency complaint filed by Linda Williams. The board will determine if a hearing is necessary to examine the voter's qualifications to vote in Nantucket.

• Potential residency hearing regarding a complaint by Linda Williams

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars is meeting to address a residency complaint. The primary item on the agenda is a potential residency hearing regarding a complaint by Linda Williams.

• Potential residency hearing for residency complaint by Linda Williams

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to review a complaint regarding voter residence status filed by Linda Williams.

• Examination of residence voter status complaint filed by Linda Williams

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to examine a residence voter status complaint. The complaint was filed by Linda Williams.

• Review of voter status complaint filed by Linda Williams

Capital Program Committee

The committee is reviewing FY25 capital requests and out-year discussions. The agenda includes a review of solid waste projects and the ratification of a previous discussion regarding DPW facilities, parks, and central fleet.

• Proposed $4,500,000 for Landfill Expansion (Design)
• Proposed $1,000,000 for Purchase Composter
• Proposed $150,000 for TIOLI Roll-off Truck Purchase
• Ratification of 10/26/23 discussion on DPW Central Fleet, Facilities, and Parks

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review and discuss technical amendments to articles within the 2023 Special Town Meeting Warrant.

• Review and discussion of technical amendments to 2023 Special Town Meeting Warrant articles

Nantucket Elementary School Council

The Nantucket Elementary School Council is meeting to discuss the school's budget for fiscal year 2024. The council will also review the Student/Parent Handbook and the School Improvement Plan (SIP).

• Budget FY2024
• Student/Parent Handbook
• School Improvement Plan (SIP)

Select Board

The Select Board/County Commissioners will meet to review executive session minutes from October 5, 2023. The board will also consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of two specific real estate properties.

• Real property consideration for 8 Skyline Drive
• Real property consideration for 31 Western Avenue

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting for a pre-special town meeting conference with the moderator. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

• Pre-special town meeting conference with moderator

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Workgroup is meeting to discuss long-range planning for Washington Street. The group will review a proposal and bidding from SCAPE and discuss a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

• SCAPE proposal and bidding discussion
• Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) discussion
• Land Bank Commission update
• Approval of September 28, 2023 minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a loan for a water main extension west of the airport and review the Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The board is also reviewing several professional service contracts for sewer and healthcare projects.

• Request for $5,993,945 in loan notes for Water Main Extension West of Airport
• Approval of Nantucket Community Wildfire Protection Plan
• SMRT, Inc. contract for Our Island Home design: $813,402
• Hazen & Sawyer contracts for Surfside WWTF Phase 2: $542,704, $599,297, $631,283, and $41,511
• Employment contract for New Police Chief Jody Kasper

Select Board

The Select Board is reviewing a request for interim and permanent loan notes to fund a water main extension west of the airport. The board is also considering the Nantucket Community Wildfire Protection Plan and various professional service contracts.

• Request for $5,993,945 in loan notes from Clean Water Trust for Water Main Extension West of the Airport
• Approval of Nantucket Community Wildfire Protection Plan
• Professional services agreement with SMRT, Inc. for $813,402 for Our Island Home design
• Three professional services agreements with Hazen & Sawyer for Surfside WWTF Phase 2 totaling $1,214,501
• Employment contract for new Police Chief Jody Kasper

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to elect a chair, vice chair, and secretary. Members will discuss the annual Health Fair/Elder Expo and the status of senior home modification grants.

• Election of officers: chair, vice chair, secretary
• Discussion of annual Health Fair/Elder Expo
• Grant status regarding senior home modifications
• Report on Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands
• Report on Human Services

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing a large volume of applications for residential and commercial property changes. The meeting covers consents, old business, and new business regarding structural modifications and aesthetic updates.

• New dwelling and garage applications for 51 Weeweder
• Commercial building review at 20 Nancy Ann Lane
• Demolition and relocation of main dwelling and cottage at 2 Dukes Rd
• Solar package application for 141R Hummock Pond Road
• New dwelling application for 4 Dooley Court

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The committee is meeting to review reports on the Bluff Walk and discuss specific property access points. The agenda includes follow-ups on DEP Chapter 91 letters and a request for a liaison with the Traffic Safety Committee.

• Report on Oct 27th Bluff Walk
• Temporary closure of 27 Baxter Road access point during homeowner construction
• Chapter 91 minor modification access point at 46 Easton St
• Follow-up on DEP Chapter 91 Petrel Landing letter
• Request for liaison appointment with Traffic Safety Committee

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will vote on closing cost assistance applications and discuss 2023 Special Town Meeting articles. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss the value or purchase of specific real properties.

• Closing cost assistance application: Bartlomiej and Dione Bruzdewicz at 4 Bluet Court
• Closing cost assistance application: Ashley Reus at 3 Lilac Court
• Discussion of 2023 Special Town Meeting Articles
• Executive session regarding 27 Fairgrounds Road and 44 Miacomet Road
• Executive session regarding 18, 18A, 20, 22, 24 and 26 Sparks Avenue

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is discussing funding requests for various local projects. These include historic building restorations, a rental assistance program, and campus expansions.

• Nantucket Historical Association: Hadwen & Barney Oil and Candle Factory restoration ($938,751)
• Nantucket Racquet Sports Association Campus Expansion ($1,000,000)
• Nantucket Interfaith Council: Nantucket Rental Assistance Program ($360,000)
• Nantucket Community Service: Landmark House ($305,580)
• St. Mary Our Lady of the Isle: Church restoration requests ($264,899.20 and $718,991.50)

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will review reports from the Marine and Natural Resources departments. The board is discussing regulation revisions for scallop seed strandings and relocation to provide recommendations to the Select Board.

• Regulation revisions for scallop seed strandings and relocation
• Harbor watershed public information outreach ideas
• Green crabs discussion
• Harbors Action Plan Committee HSAB recommendations
• Dumpster sticker distribution

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review a large volume of consent applications for home alterations, additions, and pools. The body will also discuss the necessity of including minutes with Old Business applications.

• Discussion and vote on including minutes with Old Business applications
• Consent applications for 33 properties, including a new dwelling at 4 Dooley Ct
• Conditional consents for pools at 50 Ridge Ln, 51 Weweeder Rd, 5 Arlington St, 43 W Miacomet Ave, 6 Swayze’s Drive, 15 Chuck Hollow, and 71 Pochick Ave
• New business reviews for a new dwelling and garage at 126 Somerset Rd
• New business reviews for a new dwelling, garage, shed, and pool at 151 Surfside Rd

Advisory Committee of Non-voting Taxpayers

The committee will receive updates on the Short Term Rental (STR) Working Group and the Town Council Study Committee. Members will also review reports from the PR Committee and plan for a Special Town Meeting.

• STR Working Group update and planning for Special Town Meeting
• Update on Town Council Study Committee
• Report from the PR Committee

Capital Program Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss FY25 capital requests and out-year planning for the Department of Public Works. The agenda includes updates from the Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup and committee reports.

• DPW Facility design and construction: $1,200,000 for FY25 and $60,000,000 for FY25 STM
• Tom Nevers Debris Removal & Dune Restoration: $2,000,000
• Reconstruction of Jetties Tennis Courts: $1,900,000
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan: $7,500,000 in FY26 and $10,000,000 in FY27
• Washington Street Parking Lot Reconstruction: $2,000,000 in FY26

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent (NOI), Affirmations of Order of Conditions (AOOC), and Certificates of Compliance (COC) for various properties. The body will also consider the proposed 2024 meeting schedule and review sand volumes for Coir Terrace maintenance.

• Notice of Intent for Coska-coutue Wildlife Refuge
• Notice of Intent for 46 Shimmo Pond Road
• Notice of Intent for 14 Somerset Road (Lot 8 and Lot 9)
• Notice of Intent for 57 Walsh Street, 58 and 60 Hulbert Avenue
• Proposed 2024 meeting schedule

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings for several Notices of Intent and Amended Orders of Conditions. The body will also discuss minor modifications and the issuance of Orders of Conditions for various properties.

• Notice of Intent hearings for properties including 46 Shimmo Pond Road, 14 Somerset Road, and 89 Squam Road
• Notice of Intent for Madaket Land Trust regarding 4 Baltimore Street, 8 & 10 Chicago Street, and 30 Starbuck Road
• Amended Order of Conditions for 63 Hulbert Avenue, 19 Wauwinet Road, and 4 & 6 Mariner Way
• Minor Modifications for 27 Wanoma Way, 47 Millbrook Road, and 11 Alliance Lane
• Enforcement action discussion for 79 Baxter Road

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee is meeting to discuss grant applications. The session also includes standard procedural items such as approving the agenda and minutes.

• Deliberations of grant applications

Select Board

The Select Board will review a request to accept $50,000 for beach erosion consulting and a proposal for a new curb cut on Easton Street. The board is also conducting a preliminary review of warrant articles for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting.

• Request to accept $50,000 from Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund for Sconset Beach Erosion Control Project consulting
• Proposed installation of a new curb cut at 34 Easton Street to create two off-street parking spaces
• Preliminary review of 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
• Review of proposed 2024 Select Board meeting schedule
• Approval of Treasury Warrants for October 25, 2023

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a funding request for beach preservation and a traffic safety recommendation for Easton Street. The board is also reviewing warrant articles for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting.

• Request to accept $50,000 from Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund for Sconset Beach Erosion Control Project consulting
• Traffic Safety Work Group recommendation for a new curb cut at 34 Easton Street
• Preliminary review of Town-Sponsored Warrant Articles for 2024 Annual Town Meeting
• Approval of Treasury Warrants for October 25, 2023

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss coastal resiliency communication strategies and finalize survey questions for area associations. Members will review a support letter for Wetland Regulation revisions and a report for the 3rd quarter. The meeting includes a presentation on a CZM grant for the Downtown Neighborhood Flood Barrier project.

• Review of coastal resiliency communication and outreach schedule
• Finalization of area association survey questions
• Review of support letter for Conservation Commission’s Wetland Regulation revisions
• Acceptance of CRAC’s 3rd quarter report
• Presentation on CZM grant for Downtown Neighborhood Flood Barrier project

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing communication and outreach topics to educate residents on the Coastal Resiliency Plan (CRP). Members proposed a six-month social media campaign and the use of narrated videos to highlight flood risks and project timelines.

• Proposed six-month social media campaign to explain the CRP and sea level rise
• Discussion of downtown neighborhood flood barrier phase 1 project
• Proposed Polpis Rd. raising and bridge conversion at Folger's March
• Sconset Bluff dune restoration project
• Proposed outreach regarding risks to the DPW facility, landfill, and sewage treatment plants

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will conduct interviews with four grant applicants. The body will also review and approve quarterly reports.

• Interview with Nami-Jackie Lane
• Interview with Boy & Girls Club- Jasmine Lee
• Interview with Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention- Elise Norton
• Interview with Dreamland- Alicia Carney & Laura Gallagher
• Approval of quarterly reports

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing applications for exterior modifications, new construction, and demolitions. The body will decide on consent items and discuss ongoing business regarding specific property alterations.

• Consent for rooftop solar at 19 Low Beach Rd
• Consent for demolition/move at 109 Tom Nevers Rd
• New business for pool and hardscape at 1 Sconset Ave
• Old business for new dwellings at 30 Russell’s Way, 12 Angola St, and 22 Vestal St
• Discussion of Sunrise Wind Farm Project (Section 106)

Historic District Commission

The Commission is reviewing applications for property modifications, including window changes, solar installations, and additions. The body will also consider proposals for new dwellings and garages at several locations.

• Solar package installations at 19 Low Beach Rd
• New dwelling proposals at 30 Russells Way, 12 Angola St, and 22 Vestal St
• Structure revisions at 4 Harbor Square
• Window and dormer changes at 32 Morey Ln
• Free standing garage proposal at 12 Angola St

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will discuss golf course monthly reviews and agricultural property management. The body is also reviewing drone services for Southern Pine Beetle work and employee housing updates.

• Sconset and Miacomet Golf Course September monthly reviews
• Request for drone services for Southern Pine Beetle work
• Property naming request for 15 Burnt Swanlip Lane
• Memorial bench request for 15 Burnt Swanlip Lane
• Release of liens for 'M' and 'O' exemptions

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to conduct its annual strategic planning workshop. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Annual strategic planning workshop

Select Board

The Select Board and Town Manager will meet to review and update the Town's strategic planning framework. The session will cover previous accomplishments, staff capacity, and the path from project ideas to action.

• Review of Strategic Focus Areas: Housing, Transportation, Environmental Leadership, Efficient Town Operations, and Quality of Life
• Discussion on Town employee housing and operational capacity to build and maintain it
• Review of downtown parking management and sidewalk route connections from Mid-Island to ferries
• Evaluation of island-wide solid waste and water quality management plans
• Discussion on workforce recruitment and retention challenges

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will review transportation updates and discuss area plan guidelines. The body will also consider authorizing the Director of Planning to sign a MassDOT agreement for matching funds for the Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant.

• Authorization for Director of Planning to sign MassDOT agreement for Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant matching funds
• NRTA updates on 2023 summer season, fleet replacement, fare-free implementation, and micro transit
• Public discussion on Area Plan Guidelines
• Discussion on enabling legislation regarding membership positions
• Updates on the 3C Program and planning priorities

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss draft area plan guidelines and receive an update from the Transportation Program Manager. The body will also review membership suggestions and draft minutes from August 21, 2023.

• Review of Area Plan Guidelines draft
• Transportation Program Manager update
• Discussion of NPEDC membership suggestions

Historic District Commission

The commission is meeting to attend the Celebration of Life for former Commissioner John McLaughlin. The agenda states that no topics will be discussed or deliberated.

• Celebration of Life for former HDC Commissioner John McLaughlin

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to discuss funding requests for historic preservation projects. The committee will hear presentations from five different organizations and entities seeking various dollar amounts for restoration and conservation.

• Hospital Thrift Shop preservation: $21,000
• Maria Mitchell Association conservation of Vestal Street Observatory and Astronomical Study: $167,060
• Nantucket Atheneum restoration of Historic Ship Models Collection: $12,000
• Nantucket Cemetery Commission: $150,000
• ReMain 58 LLC on behalf of the Folger Block Condominium Trust: $11,000

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will discuss potential improvements to demolition delay policies and a proposed Massachusetts bill regarding solar energy systems in historic districts. The body will also review survey areas for FY24 and conduct a SWOT analysis for the National Alliance of Preservation Commissioners.

• Discussion of demo delay policies and potential improvements
• Proposed MA Bill S-1289 regarding solar energy systems in historic districts
• FY24 survey area discussion for Brant Point and Cliffside
• National Alliance of Preservation Commissioners (NAPC) SWOT Analysis

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will discuss potential improvements to demolition delay policies and a proposed Massachusetts bill regarding solar energy systems in historic districts. The body will also review survey areas for FY24 and conduct a SWOT analysis for the National Alliance of Preservation Commissioners.

• Discussion of demolition delay policies and improvements
• Review of Proposed MA Bill S-1289 regarding solar energy systems in historic districts
• Discussion of FY24 survey areas for Brant Point and Cliffside
• National Alliance of Preservation Commissioners (NAPC) SWOT Analysis

NPEDC Work Group

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission Town Area Plan Workgroup is meeting to discuss the nine components of the Master Plan. The group will also review draft minutes from October 03, 2023.

• Discussion of Area Plans and nine components of the Master Plan

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for October 19, 2023, has been cancelled.

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health will discuss septic loan applications and releases for several properties. The board is also reviewing septic variances and the emergency condemnation of an attic.

• Septic Loan Release Requests: 2 Kelley Rd and 9 Ridge Ln
• Septic Loan Applications: 15 Hinckley Ln and 1/5th of 31 S. Cambridge St
• Septic Variances: 52 Warren’s Landing Rd (Tight Tank) and 227 Madaket Road
• Ratification of emergency condemnation of attic at 44 Union Street
• Discussion on STR Article and Sankaty Head Caddie Program

Board of Health

The agenda contains only an updated meeting packet for the October 19, 2023 Board of Health meeting. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or pending review of the packet.

• Updated meeting packet for 10-19-23

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss proposed changes to adult use marijuana regulations from the Cannabis Control Commission and draft regulations on Host Community Agreements. Members will also receive an update on the Town Administration's review of a draft Social Equity Policy.

• Election of officers
• Dialogue on potential Citizen’s Warrant Articles for ATM 25
• Discussion of proposed changes to 935 CMR 500.000 regarding adult use of marijuana
• Review of MMA webinar on draft CCC regulations for Host Community Agreements
• Update on draft Social Equity Policy review

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss and vote on a request for a Special Town Meeting regarding supplemental funding for seasonal employee housing. The committee will also review FY25 capital requests and out-year planning for DPW Transportation.

• Vote on Seasonal Employee Housing supplemental funding request
• FY25 DPW Transportation requests including $5,000,000 for Pleasant Street Repaving/Silver to Main
• FY25 DPW Transportation requests including $5,000,000 for Surfside Area Roads Reconstruction
• FY25 DPW Transportation requests including $2,000,000 for Newtown Road Improvements
• Review of long-term projects including a $40,000,000 Madaket Road Raising and Bridge Conversion

Nantucket Intermediate School Council

The Nantucket Intermediate School Council will meet to elect a secretary and co-chair. The body will discuss the School Council overview, the NIS School Improvement Plan, and a focus initiative/family survey.

• Election of secretary and co-chair
• Review of NIS School Improvement Plan
• Discussion of Focus Initiative/Family Survey
• Establishment of meeting dates for the year

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review the master plan timeline for the Nobadeer Athletic Complex Expansion Project. Members will also discuss Special Town Meeting Article 10 regarding the Nobadeer Field Expansion.

• Nobadeer Athletic Complex Expansion Project Master Plan Timeline
• Special Town Meeting Article 10 (Nobadeer Field Expansion)
• Letter from Children’s Beach Yoga Instructor Bettina Broer

Traffic Safety Work Group

The Traffic Safety Work Group is reviewing requests for signage, parking changes, and traffic calming measures across several town streets. The group is also evaluating the 2023 summer pedicab pilot program and proposed regulatory changes for 2024.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 316 (Pedicabs) regarding pedal assist bicycles, service fees, service area maps, and increasing licenses to four
• Review of Belgian block rumble strips on Prospect Street to deter speeding
• Sconset Civic Association application for Speed Aware Radar Speed Signs at Main Street/Milestone Road and Sankaty Road/Polpis Road
• Review of yellow line replacement at 26 Easy Street
• Request to remove on-street parking spaces on Step Lane

Traffic Safety Work Group

The Traffic Safety Work Group will discuss proposed amendments to pedicab operations, including license increases and fee changes. The body will also review multiple requests for new signage, parking changes, and traffic calming devices across the town.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 316 to allow pedal assist bicycles, service fees, and an increase to four pedicab licenses
• Review of yellow line replacement request at 26 Easy Street
• Application for Radar Speed Signs at Main Street/Milestone Road and Sankaty Road/Polpis Road
• Request for Belgian block rumble strips on Prospect Street
• Review of loading zone and parking on Coffin Street

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee is meeting to continue discussions on GIS Town Tree mapping and penalties for illegal Town Tree removal. The body will also review updates on specific trees and the Southern Pine Beetle.

• Discussion on GIS Town Tree mapping
• Discussion with Town Counsel regarding increased penalties for illegal Town Tree removal
• Update on Catalpa at 10 York St.
• Update on Elm at 126 Main St.
• Update on Southern Pine Beetle

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss several property variance requests and special permit modifications. The board will also hold an election for Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Clerk positions.

• Acknowledgment of Regulatory Agreement for Surfside Crossing 40B (20-18)
• Variance request for pool cabana and groundcover ratio at 50 Weweeder Avenue
• Variance request for 780.25 SF accessory structure at 29 Monomoy Road
• Special Permit modification to replace commercial structure at 5 Surfside Drive
• Special Permit request to change use of garage structure at 12 Academy Lane

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is discussing a proposal to move special permit granting authority for the Moorlands Management District from the Planning Board to the ZBA. The board will also review a regulatory agreement for Surfside Crossing and elect its officers.

• Discussion of Regulatory Agreement between Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency and Surfside Crossing, LLC
• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Clerk
• Proposal to transfer Special Permit granting authority for the Moorlands Management District (MMD) to the ZBA
• Continued hearings for 50 Weweeder Avenue and 29 Monomoy Rd

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board is reviewing a regulatory agreement and affordable housing restrictions for the Surfside Crossing project. The documents outline the terms for maintaining affordable housing, including income limits for eligible purchasers and resale price restrictions.

• Review of Surfside Crossing Regulatory Agreement
• Affordable housing restrictions for eligible purchasers earning no more than 80% of Area Median Income
• Establishment of Maximum Resale Price and Resale Price Multiplier for project units
• Requirements for owner-occupancy as a principal residence

Nantucket Housing Authority

The Nantucket Housing Authority will meet to review proposed FY24 State 400-1 Budgets presented by a fee accountant. The board will also address the October 2023 bill roll and payroll signing of warrant.

• Proposed FY24 State 400-1 Budgets
• Bill roll/Payroll Signing of Warrant October 2023
• NHA Annual Town Report
• Minutes of September 27, 2023

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings regarding three National Grid utility petitions and a public assembly permit. The board will also consider several contracts, including a $247,738.50 agreement for short-term rental registration software.

• GovOS, Inc. contract for Short-Term Rental Registration Software: $247,738.50
• Fire Department purchase of 2024 Ford Expedition XL 4x4: $76,269.65
• Coastal Resilience Grant for downtown flood barrier feasibility study: $421,875
• National Grid utility petitions for conduit installation on Easton Street, North Water Street, and Milestone Lane
• Public assembly permit for Nantucket Conservation Foundation's 'Batacular Fall Fun Day' at 220 Milestone Road

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on three National Grid utility petitions and a public assembly permit. The board is also reviewing several pending contracts and appointments to the Cultural Council.

• National Grid petitions for conduit installation at 16 Easton Street, North Water Street, and Milestone Lane
• Public assembly permit for Nantucket Conservation Foundation's 'Batacular Fall Fun Day' at 220 Milestone Road
• Purchase of 2024 Ford Expedition XL 4x4 for Fire Department ($76,269.65)
• Short-Term Rental Registration Software Program contract with GovOS, Inc. ($247,738.50)
• Coastal Resilience Grant for downtown flood barrier feasibility study and design ($421,875)

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee Working Group is meeting to discuss the structure of its final report. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Review structure of final report

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will review the first quarter budget and school improvement plans. The body will vote on several policy updates and a student field trip.

• Vote to approve CPS/NHS field trip to Great East Music Festival, Six Flags New England, May 10-12, 2024
• Vote on policy JJF, JJFR&P regarding Student Activity Revolving Accounts
• Vote on new policy IMGA regarding Service Animals in School
• Vote on policy IMG regarding Animals in School
• Vote on policy ADA regarding NPS mission, vision, and values

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to approve minutes from September 19, 2023, and review a grant proposal from the South Church Preservation Fund. The agenda also includes reviewing fund requisitions for Nantucket Interfaith and the Hospital Thrift Shop.

• Fund requisition: $23,986.00 for Nantucket Interfaith (FY’23)
• Fund requisition: $1,275.76 for Hospital Thrift Shop (FY’19)
• South Church Preservation Fund Grant Proposal FY’25
• Elections for CPC Chair and CPC Vice Chair
• Review of CPC Project Managers summary packet

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The board will review reports from the Marine and Natural Resources departments. Discussions are scheduled regarding a sediment transport study, dredge plan, and green crab management.

• Sediment Transport Study and dredge plan discussion
• Green crabs discussion
• Harbor watershed public information outreach ideas
• Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee update

Historic District Commission

The Commission is reviewing a large volume of applications for exterior changes to properties throughout Nantucket. Items include requests for new dwellings, solar installations, and structural modifications such as porch or window changes.

• New dwelling applications for 37 Chuck Hollow Rd, 43 W Miacomet, and 13A Willard St
• Solar package review for 93 Sankaty Road
• Structural modifications including chimney removals at 2 Birdsong
• New structures such as sheds at 125 Main St, 19 West Chester Street, and 35 Eel Point Road
• Property improvements including a driveway and pickleball court at 56 Baxter Road

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will meet via Zoom to conduct interviews with grant applicants. The committee also plans to approve the agenda and discuss previous minutes.

• Interviews with grant applicants

Harbor Plan Update Committee

The Harbor Plan Update Committee will discuss the Madaket boundary and review preliminary survey results. The meeting also includes a presentation on coastal resiliency integration.

• Vote on Madaket boundary
• Review of preliminary survey results
• Discussion of coastal resiliency integration

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing several applications for secondary and tertiary dwellings, garage apartments, and approvals for Allowances of No Record (ANR). The meeting also includes multiple public hearings regarding specific property developments.

• Secondary dwelling applications for 4 Head of Plains Rd, 14-16 Sheep Pond Road, 2-4 Highland Ave, 10 Rugged Road, and 24 India St
• Garage apartment application for 60 Hulbert Avenue
• Tertiary dwelling application for 79 Pocomo Road
• ANR applications for Vesper Lane, Baxter Road, Surfside Road, Orange Street, and W Miacomet Road
• Public hearings for 50 Burnell Street, 8 Ruperts Way, 14 Tripp Drive, 10 Evergreen Way, and 2 Mayflower Circle

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering several motions to approve secondary, garage, and tertiary dwellings. The meeting also includes reviews of Approval Not Required (ANR) plans for lot divisions and requests for performance surety releases.

• Approval of secondary, garage, and tertiary dwelling applications
• ANR plan for Nantucket Cottage Hospital to divide one lot into four
• ANR plan for 171 Orange Street to divide one parcel into two buildable and one unbuildable parcel
• Special Permit request for 50 Burnell Street subdivision with $1,000 per lot HOA funding
• Special Permit request for 14 Tripp Drive for a Rear Lot Subdivision

Harbor Plan Update Committee

The Nantucket County Harbor Plan Update Committee is meeting to review the Harbor Plan Update Pack for October 16, 2023, which includes submissions related to Madaket Harbor. The agenda is minimal, consisting only of this review item, with no other business listed.

• Review of Harbor Plan Update Pack 10-16-23
• Mandel submission for Madaket Harbor
• Eastbound amendment to Madaket Harbor plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board has issued a notice for a public hearing. The provided agenda text is limited to a legal advertisement notice and does not list specific projects or items for discussion.

• Public hearing notice

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss several applications for secondary, garage, and tertiary dwellings. The meeting also includes reviews of Approval Not Required (ANR) requests and the release of performance sureties for various subdivisions.

• Secondary dwelling applications for 4 Heads of Plains Road, 14-16 Sheep Pond Road, 2-4 Highland Avenue, 10 Rugged Road, and 24 India Street
• Garage apartment application for 60 Hulbert Avenue
• Tertiary dwelling application for 79 Pocomo Road
• Approval Not Required (ANR) requests for properties including 16 Vesper Lane, 33 & 31 Baxter Road, and 150 Surfside Road
• Requests for release of Performance Surety for Grey Lady Subdivision, Hawthorne Park Subdivision, and Ellens Way (Miacomet Preserve) Subdivision

Madaket Area Plan Work Group

The Madaket Area Plan Work Group will meet via Zoom to discuss the composition of the work group for a possible letter to NP&EDC. Members will also discuss review comments regarding draft area plan guidelines and background information.

• Election of Officers
• Approval of September 12, 2023 minutes
• Discussion on Draft Area Plan Guidelines
• Discussion on Area Plan Background Information (Draft JWW 8/2/2020)

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY25 capital requests and out-year planning for Town Administration. The committee is also reviewing a Special Town Meeting request regarding supplemental funding for seasonal employee housing.

• Special Town Meeting Request – Seasonal Employee Housing (Supplemental Funding)
• FY25 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion: Town Admin
• Central Municipal Building project totaling $56,000,000
• New Senior Center Design & Construction projected at $39,500,000
• Ticcoma Way Town Employee Housing request of $11,000,000

Conservation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several Notices of Interest (NOI), Requests for Determination of Applicability (RDA), and Minor Modifications (MMOD). The agenda includes various environmental filings for properties including Baxter Road, Somerset Road, and Squam Road.

• Notice of Interest for Coska-Coutue Wildlife Refuge
• Notices of Interest for 46 Shimmo Pond Road, 1 Old North Wharf, and 63/64/66 Baxter Road
• Requests for Determination of Applicability for 181B Polpis Road and 6 South Cambridge Street
• Minor Modifications for 14 Plover Lane, 43/45 Squam Road, and 21/27 Sesachacha Road
• Certificates of Compliance for 65 Squam Road and 5 Sherburne Way

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing a potential concept to move special permit granting authority for the Moorlands Management District from the Planning Board to the ZBA. The board will also elect new officers and review several continued and new land use applications.

• Discussion of regulatory agreement for Surfside Crossing, LLC
• Potential transfer of special permit authority for Moorlands Management District (MMD)
• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Clerk positions
• Review of continued applications for 50 Weweeder Avenue and 29 Monomoy Rd

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for multiple Notices of Intent regarding various properties, including the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. The meeting also includes reviews for amended orders of conditions, requests for determinations of applicability, and minor modifications to existing permits.

• Public hearing for Notice of Intent at 1 Old North Wharf
• Public hearing for Notice of Intent at 63 Baxter Road
• Public hearing for Notice of Intent at 64 & 66 Baxter Road
• Amended Order of Conditions for 14 Plover Lane
• Discussion regarding SBPF Geotube removal

Council for Human Services

The Council for Human Services will meet to review the CHS mission statement and discuss establishing goals and priorities. The meeting also includes a report from the Human Services Director.

• Review of CHS mission statement
• Discussion of establishing goals and priorities
• Report from Human Services Director

Nantucket Elementary School Council

The NES School Council will meet to address school improvement plans and conduct routine business.

• Discussion of School Improvement Plan (SIP)

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commissioners will discuss and update on various water infrastructure projects. The agenda includes reviewing minutes, production and billing reports, and considering personnel or vendor contracts.

• Review of Minutes from September 14, 2023
• Director’s review and updates on West of Airport main project
• Discussion of sewer force main and main extensions

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals will review a regulatory agreement for Surfside Crossing and continue several hearings regarding property variances and special permits. The board will also hold elections for Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Clerk positions.

• Discussion of Regulatory Agreement between Mass. Housing Finance Agency and Surfside Crossing, LLC
• Variance request for a pool cabana at 50 Weweeder Avenue
• Waiver request for an accessory structure at 29 Monomoy Road
• Special Permit modification to replace a commercial structure at 5 Surfside Drive
• Election of Board officers (Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Clerk)

Cemetery Commission

The Nantucket Cemetery Commission will discuss updates regarding the Monument Restoration Project for Old North and Quaker Cemeteries. The meeting also includes discussions on the layout of improvements at Newtown Cemetery and review of the FY2023 capital and operating budgets.

• Update on Monument Restoration Project bids for Old North and Quaker Cemeteries
• Plan for consolidation, parking, footpath, and flag at Newtown Cemetery
• Approval of lot sales since the last meeting
• Review of FY2023 Capital and Operating Budgets
• Approval of September 13, 2023, meeting minutes

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will review and update various school policies as part of the annual policy development process.

• Review and update JJF and JJFR&P, Student Activity Revolving Accounts
• Add new Civil Rights Complaint Policy for Child Nutrition Programs
• Combine IGA and IGD Curriculum Development and Adoption policies

Select Board

The Select Board will review a request to approve the acquisition of 19B First Way. The meeting also includes an update on the Water Main Expansion Project west of Nantucket Memorial Airport.

• Approval of unit deed and settlement statement for Town acquisition of 19B First Way
• Update on Water Main Expansion Project construction schedule west of Nantucket Memorial Airport
• Discussion regarding the establishment of a Licensing Board
• Announcement of committee vacancy applications for Council on Aging, Cultural Council, Real Estate Assessment Committee, and Tree Advisory Committee

Select Board

The Select Board is reviewing the final deed and settlement statement for the purchase of a condominium unit at 19B First Way. The acquisition is funded by emergency employee rental assistance funds and is intended for use as employee housing. The board will also receive an update on the water main expansion project near Nantucket Memorial Airport.

• Approval of $950,000 purchase of 19B First Way for employee housing
• Update on Water Main Expansion Project west of Nantucket Memorial Airport
• Discussion regarding the establishment of a Licensing Board
• Review of applications for committee vacancies including Cultural Council
• Approval of October 2023 Treasury Warrants

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet via Zoom to approve the agenda and hold an executive session. The closed session involves discussing the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of specific real properties.

• Executive session regarding 44 Miacomet Road
• Executive session regarding 18, 18A, 20, 22, 24 and 26 Sparks Avenue

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing community outreach priorities and messaging for coastal resilience. The presentation reviewed the Coastal Resilience Plan, which includes 40 recommendations to address risks like sea level rise and erosion.

• Coastal Resilience Plan implementation costs estimated between $840 million and $930 million
• Calculated damages and losses projected at $3.4 billion through 2070
• Identification of 2,373 structures at risk through 2070
• $1 million allocated for feasibility assessment of high priority projects #3-2 and #3-4
• FY '24 capital funding secured for DPW facility and landfill resilience studies

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will discuss questions for youth behavioral grant applicants and review the human service grant allocation process. The committee also plans to approve a letter directed to the Finance Committee and Select Board.

• Discussion of questions for Youth Behavioral Grant applicants
• Discussion on Human Service Grant allocation process and reforms
• Approval of letter to Finance Committee and Select Board

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing various applications for new structures, renovations, and property changes. The agenda includes discussions on new dwellings, solar installations, and structural revisions across several Nantucket properties.

• New dwelling and garage applications for 16 Swift Rock
• New shed and dwelling applications for 12 Pilgrim Rd
• Solar package review for 19 Low Beach Rd
• Window replacement and change requests for 1 East Lincoln and 138 Orange
• New dwelling and hardscape applications for 19 N Water Lot 7 and Lot 11

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The commission will meet in executive session to review previous minutes and address ongoing legal matters. The agenda also includes discussions regarding real estate acquisitions.

• Litigation: Twenty-One Commercial Wharf Nominee Trust v. MassDEP, NILB, and Nantucket Conservation Commission (17 Commercial Street)
• Litigation: NILB v. Architectural Access Board regarding Easy Street Park variance denial
• Real estate acquisitions

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will discuss the FY25 draft operating budget and review articles for the Annual and Special Town Meetings. The meeting includes updates on the South Apron Expansion Project, the Crew Quarters Project, and the PFAS investigation.

• Review of FY25 Draft Operating Budget
• PFAS investigation update
• South Apron Expansion Project update
• Crew Quarters Project update
• Review of Annual Town Meeting and Special Town Meeting articles

Select Board

The Select Board and County Commissioners will meet to approve previous executive session minutes and discuss legal strategies regarding various active lawsuits. The agenda includes discussions on potential litigation involving PFAS contamination and multiple updates on ongoing court cases.

• Approval of Executive Session Minutes from September 7 and September 14, 2023
• Strategy discussion regarding potential litigation related to PFAS
• Litigation updates for Barros v. Select Board, et al.
• Litigation updates for Gardner, et al. v. Board of Selectmen, et al.
• Litigation updates for various ZBA and HDC appeals

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will hold elections for chair, vice chair, and secretary positions. The meeting includes discussions regarding the annual Health Fair/Elder Expo and reports on human services and grant status for senior home modifications.

• Election of officers: chair, vice chair, and secretary
• Discussion of annual Health Fair/Elder Expo
• Status of grant for senior home modifications
• Report on Human Services
• Report on Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The committee will discuss updates on the 2024 roadway and bike path status, including monument installations and encroachment issues. Members will also review ongoing sidewalk construction projects and Chapter 91 access point verbiage.

• Review of Bluff Walk report regarding monument installation at Nosegay Lane and 13 Baxter Road
• Discussion of path encroachment issues at 27 Broadway
• Chapter 91 hearing update for 15 Commercial Street
• Relocation of crosswalk from 48 Center St to 29 Broad St
• Status updates on Wauwinet Road, Tom Nevers, and Lovers Lane sidewalk projects

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed fee structure to recover costs for Town-owned EV charging stations. The proposal includes rates of $0.25/kWh and a $5.00 hourly fee for use exceeding posted time limits.

• Public hearing on Electric Vehicle Charging Station Cost Recovery Policy Fee Structure
• $300,000 contract with IntelyCare, Inc. for travel nurses at Our Island Home
• $200,000 contract with Prime Time Healthcare, LLC for travel nurses at Our Island Home
• $197,000 purchase agreement with Model 1 Commercial Vehicles, Inc. for a passenger van replacement
• Review of Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee recommendations for proposed districts

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Commission will review capital projects and hold an executive session regarding a real estate acquisition. The specific parcels of real estate are not identified in the agenda to protect the Land Bank's negotiating position.

• Review of Capital Projects
• Real Estate Acquisition (Executive Session)

Nantucket Public School Committee

The committee will review updates to the high school draft handbook and the NPS employee handbook. The meeting also includes presentations regarding the School Resource Officer and the Nantucket Community School.

• Vote to approve $1,500.00 donation of school supplies from St. Paul’s Church
• Vote to approve $2,200.00 donation of flashlights from Island Lumber
• Vote to approve Superintendent’s 2023-2026 Contract
• Presentation by School Resource Officer Cassie Thompson
• Review of NHSDraft Handbook updates

NPEDC Work Group

The Town Area Plan Workgroup will meet via Zoom to review draft minutes from September 15, 2023. The agenda includes a presentation by guest speaker Amy Baxter and a discussion regarding Area Plan Guidelines.

• Approval of draft minutes from September 15, 2023
• Guest speaker presentation by Amy Baxter
• Discussion of Area Plan Guidelines

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council will meet via Zoom to discuss new business regarding various sign permits. The agenda includes reviews for master sign plans, redesigns, and new signage for multiple properties.

• Master Sign plan for Nantucket Atheneum at 1 & 3 India St
• Redesign Sign for Catch & Release at 1 Salem St
• Projecting sign and Door sign for The One 2744 LLC at 47 Main St
• New updated signs for Robert Sarkisian at 35A Old south Rd.

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will meet to discuss several marine and natural resource topics. The agenda includes discussions on the sediment transport study, dredge plan, and green crab management.

• Discussion of Sediment Transport Study and dredge plan
• Discussion regarding green crabs
• Discussion of Harbor watershed public information outreach ideas
• Review of Harbors Action Plan Committee HSAB recommendations
• Update on Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review consents for various property alterations, including additions, renovations, and solar installations. The meeting also includes discussion on previously approved projects and policy updates.

• Nantucket Atheneum's master sign plan at 1 & 3 India St
• The One LLC's projecting and door signs at 47 Main St
• Dworetzky-Banse Family Trust's pergola installation at 8 Shawkemo Rd
• Nastras LLC's shed construction at 23 Youngs Wy
• Nantucket Island Resort's new dwelling projects on N Water lot 7 and lot 11

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The committee will discuss and ask questions to youth behavioral grant applicants, approve minutes, and handle other procedural items.

• Discuss and present questions to youth behavioral grant applicants

Harbor Plan Update Committee

The committee will discuss the Madaket boundary as part of a harbor planning area review. The meeting includes an overview of online public meetings and the distribution of Woods Hole Group online mapping.

• Discussion of Madaket boundary
• Coastal resiliency integration review
• Review of online public meeting feedback
• Distribution of Woods Hole Group online mapping

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will review FY25 capital requests and out-year discussions specifically regarding the Nantucket Memorial Airport. The meeting includes reports from workgroups and committee updates.

• FY25 capital requests for Nantucket Memorial Airport totaling $12,560,600
• High priority request for Groundwater & Soil Investigation/PFAS Part 2 at $4,000,000
• High priority request for Employee Housing Phase 2 at $6,000,000
• High priority request for Ramp High Mast Lights at $700,000
• AIP Projects-Outyears estimated total of $217,200,000 through FY34

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY25 capital requests and out-year projections for the Nantucket Memorial Airport. The meeting includes reviews of workgroup updates and committee reports.

• FY25 capital requests for Nantucket Memorial Airport totaling $12,560,600
• High priority request for Groundwater & Soil Investigation/PFAS Part 2 ($4,000,000)
• High priority request for Employee Housing Phase 2 ($6,000,000)
• High priority request for Ramp High Mast Lights ($700,000)
• AIP Projects-Outyears totaling $217,200,000 over multiple fiscal years

Conservation Commission

The commission is reviewing various Notices of Interest (NOI), Minor Modified Order of Conditions (MMOD), and Certificates of Compliance (COC). The agenda also includes design drawings for the Sconset Beach geo-tube removal project.

• Sconset Beach geo-tube removal project design drawings
• Multiple Notices of Interest including 73 Hulbert Avenue and 100 Wauwinet Road
• Review of MMODs for locations including 56R Madequecham Valley Road and 4 Mariner Way
• Certificates of Compliance for 14 Aurora Way and 10 Easy Street
• Inspection reports for September 28, 2023

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially vote on warrant articles for the November 7, 2023, Special Town Meeting. The committee will also designate a representative to the Town Council Study Committee.

• Designating a Finance Committee representative to Town Council Study Committee
• Review of motions for November 7, 2023, Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission is considering possible attendance at the Nantucket Preservation Trust’s 2023 Preservation Awards Ceremony. No topics will be discussed or deliberated during this meeting.

• Attendance at the 2023 Preservation Awards Ceremony at Sherburne Hall

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Washington Street Workgroup will meet to review the current status of work related to Washington Street properties. The discussion includes planning, construction costs, design processes, and potential grant opportunities.

• Review of Town/Land Bank properties on Washington Street
• Discussion of planning, permitting, and construction costs
• Discussion regarding project management and design process
• Review of grant opportunities and communications outreach

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Workgroup will review the current status of the project and discuss partnership topics. Discussion items include Town and Land Bank properties, construction costs, and potential grant opportunities.

• Review of Town/Land Bank properties on Washington Street
• Discussion of planning, permitting, and construction costs
• Discussion regarding design process and project management
• Review of grant opportunities and communications outreach

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for twelve Notices of Intent regarding various properties. The meeting also includes reviews for minor modifications, certificates of compliance, and the Sconset Beach Geo-tube Removal Project design drawings.

• Public hearings for twelve Notices of Intent including 73 Hulbert Avenue and 100 Wauwinet Road
• Review of 100% Design Drawings for Sconset Beach Geo-tube Removal Project
• Requests for Determination of Applicability for 190 Hummable Pond Road
• Minor modifications for properties including 56R Madequecham Valley Road and 21 Field Avenue
• Certificates of Compliance for 14 Aurora Way and 10 Easy Street

Nantucket Housing Authority

The Nantucket Housing Authority is holding a public hearing to review its proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2024. The plan includes details on capital improvements, maintenance, and the current operating budget.

• Proposed 5-year Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed Maintenance and Repair Plan
• Current Operating Budget
• Responses to Performance Management Review findings

Nantucket Housing Authority

The Nantucket Housing Authority will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2024. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the USDA Multiple Family Housing Project budget for FY24 and payroll signing.

• Public Hearing of the NHA Proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2024
• Approval of the NHA Proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2024
• USDA Multiple Family Housing Project Budget FY24
• Work Order 201043 Scope of Services & Payment for Services
• September 2023 payroll signing

Select Board

The Select Board is considering a request to extend the NanTukTuk pedicab pilot program through December 31, 2023. The meeting also includes appointments for constables and election officers, as well as updates on the FY 2025 budget projections.

• Request to expand NanTukTuk pedicab pilot program to December 31, 2023
• Appointment of Jerry Adams and Frank Psaradelis as Constables
• Review of preliminary FY 2025 General Fund Budget projections
• Public hearing regarding an appeal for a demolition and relocation project at 9 Sherburne Way
• Approval of election officer appointments

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing to consider an appeal of a Historic District Commission decision. The Nantucket REAL Fund is requesting the Board vacate and remand the HDC's approval of a partial demolition permit for the property known as Windyside.

• Appeal of HDC decision regarding partial demolition at 9 Sherburne Way
• Allegation of conflict of interest involving HDC Chair Mr. Pohl
• Request to remand application for new process and full consideration of historic significance

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will attend a Select Board meeting regarding the presentation of major capital projects. No other specific agenda items were listed for this committee's session.

• Attendance at Select Board meeting regarding Major Capital Projects presentation

County Commission

The County Commission will review a request from the Planning Board regarding the acquisition of Clay Street for future pedestrian or vehicular connections. The meeting also includes the approval of past meeting minutes and payroll warrants.

• Planning Board request for County to acquire Clay Street for road connections
• Approval of June 28, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of Payroll and Treasury Warrants for July, August, and September 2023

County Commission

The County Commission is reviewing a request from the Planning Board to acquire Clay Street. The acquisition aims to secure rights for future pedestrian and vehicular connections to area roads.

• Request to acquire Clay Street for future pedestrian and/or vehicular connection
• Approval of June 28, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of July, August, and September 2023 payroll and treasury warrants

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is attending a Select Board meeting regarding the review of preliminary FY2025 General Fund budget projections. No other specific agenda items were listed for this meeting.

• Review of Preliminary FY2025 General Fund Budget Projections

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission may attend a workshop at the Nantucket Whaling Museum regarding salvage and building material reuse. No topics will be discussed or deliberated during this meeting.

• Salvage and Building Material Reuse Workshop attendance

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission may attend a workshop at the Nantucket Whaling Museum regarding salvage and building material reuse. No topics are scheduled for discussion or deliberation during this meeting.

• Attendance at Salvage and Building Material Reuse Workshop

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission is considering possible attendance at the September 27, 2023, Select Board meeting. This relates to the appeal of 9 Sherburne Way (HDC-2023-02-7909).

• Possible attendance at Select Board meeting regarding 9 Sherburne Way appeal

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will review a draft education and outreach plan and discuss the Town's project funding process. The meeting also includes an overview of communication strategies and a reconsideration of whether sub-committees are necessary.

• Presentation on draft CRAC education and outreach plan by Doug Rose
• Overview of education and outreach strategies by the Town’s Communication Office
• Discussion on the Town’s project funding process by Natural Resources Director Jeff Carlson
• Reconsideration on the necessity of sub-committees
• Storm reporting update by Leah Hill

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee is reviewing a working draft of an Education & Outreach Plan, which includes tracking recent media exposure, a messaging calendar, and proposed new tools like a newsletter and annual report. The committee will discuss whether the plan is too much, not enough, or missing items, and consider education on other CRP priorities and awareness surveys.

• Discussion of new messaging tools: Coastal Resilience Newsletter, CRP 2023 Annual Report, Property Owner's Manual
• Tracking recent CRP-related media exposure with gross impression estimates
• Idea for annual or bi-annual awareness surveys on public awareness and attitudes
• Education and outreach on other CRP priorities: wetland regulations update, funding of CRP priorities

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will continue a public hearing from September 21, 2023, that was delayed by technical difficulties. The committee will also discuss and potentially vote on warrant articles for the November 7, 2023, Special Town Meeting.

• Continuation of public hearing from September 21, 2023
• Review/potential vote on motions for November 7, 2023, Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will meet to discuss various property modifications, including new dwellings, demolitions, and structural changes. The agenda includes reviewing previous decisions on gazebo and boat basin projects and considering several new applications for fences, sheds, and solar arrays.

• New dwelling applications for 13 Aurora Way and 12 Pilgrim Rd
• Demolition and move-off requests for 29 Commercial Wh and 22 Pleasant St
• Solar roof array proposals for 46 Cliff Rd and 87 Hummock Pond
• Construction of sports courts at 13 Maxey Pond Rd and 69 Monomoy Rd
• Proposed pool and hardscape work at 43 Kendrick St

Historic District Commission

The commission is reviewing a large volume of applications for structural changes, including demolitions, additions, and new dwellings. The agenda includes items for consent, new business from September 19, and ongoing old business.

• New dwelling applications for 13 Aurora Way and 12 Pilgrim Rd
• Demolition requests for a garage at 22 Pleasant and a house/shed at 51 Weweeder
• Solar panel installations for 46 Cliff Road and 87 Hummock Pond Road
• New construction including a sport court at 13 Maxey Pond and 69 Monomoy
• Structural changes such as additions at 15 Chuck Hollow Rd and 2 Gold Star Dr

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Commission will review August monthly reports for Sconset and Miacomet golf courses and consider several agricultural property management items. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY24 operating budget and various property matters.

• Monthly Review of Sconset and Miacomet Golf Courses (August)
• Execution of Agricultural License for 19 Wauwinet Road/Eat Fire Spring
• Request to Relocate Caterpillar Tunnel at 168 Hummock Farm Road/Mt. Vernon Farm
• Discussion of Draft FY24 Operating Budget
• Litigation regarding Petrel Landing/17 Commercial Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review motions and draft comments for the 2023 Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Master Plan and potential 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant article concepts.

• Review of 2023 Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Master Plan discussion
• Discussion of 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant article concepts

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board is meeting to discuss items in their meeting packet, including motions for articles 2 and 5 and a scope document. They will also review a concept list for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of motions for Articles 2 and 5
• Discussion of MP scope (version 2)
• Review of Annual Town Meeting 2024 concept list

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee is reviewing submissions for the FY2024 Youth Behavioral Health Grant. The committee will also discuss a letter to the Select Board and Finance Committee regarding increased funds.

• Review of FY2024 Youth Behavioral Health Grant submissions
• Discussion of possible date extension for grant submissions
• Discussion of a letter to the Select Board and Finance Committee for increased funds
• Establishment of subgroups to interview grant applicants

Golf Capital Workgroup

The Golf Capital Planning Workgroup will meet to discuss various maintenance and infrastructure items for Miacomet and Sconset golf courses. The discussion includes topics such as golf cart fleets, bunker renovations, and equipment needs.

• Miacomet Golf Course: Discussion of golf cart fleet, 18 tee and hole, and bunker renovation
• Miacomet Golf Course: Review of miscellaneous maintenance equipment including a truck
• Sconset Golf Course: Discussion regarding hill and access to the course
• Sconset Golf Course: Discussion regarding forward tees and maintenance equipment

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Diversity Subcommittee will establish its meeting schedule for the 2023-24 school year. The committee will also discuss its vision, mission, and potential community partnerships.

• Establishment of 23-24 school year meeting schedule
• Discussion of subcommittee vision and mission
• DEI professional development for School Committee
• Discussion regarding High School Diversity Club

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission is discussing a request from the Nantucket Atheneum to use Children's Beach for the 22nd Annual Cold Turkey Plunge. The body is also reviewing the Nobadeer Athletic Complex Expansion Project and fall field usage.

• Request for Nantucket Atheneum to use Children's Beach on November 23, 2023, for the Cold Turkey Plunge
• Discussion of Nobadeer Athletic Complex Expansion Project
• Review of fall field usage and turf field vendor services
• Discussion of lighting funding and feasibility for Nobadeer Field

Traffic Safety Work Group

The Traffic Safety Work Group will review requests for street modifications and traffic data. The group is also evaluating the 2023 pedicab pilot program and proposed regulatory changes for 2024.

• Request to make Gardner Street one-way
• Speed and traffic count data for Gold Star Drive
• Yellow line replacement at 26 Easy Street
• Proposed pedicab license extension to December 31, 2023, and expansion to four licenses for 2024
• Proposed relocation of crosswalk from Broad Street at Center Street to Gay Street at Center Street

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will review design options for the Tom Nevers Road Shared Use Path and Mid-Island Complete Streets Projects. Members will also discuss e-bike safety and receive an update on the NanTukTuk pedicab pilot.

• Update on NanTukTuk pedicab pilot
• E-bike safety discussion
• Tom Nevers Road Shared Use Path design options
• Mid-Island Complete Streets Projects design options

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a public hearing regarding well regulations and discuss short-term rental bylaws. The board is also reviewing several septic loan applications and nitrogen loading credits for specific properties.

• Well Regulation Public Hearing
• Septic loan applications for 35 South Cambridge St., 305 Madaket Rd, 326 Milestone Rd, and 8 F St
• Nitrogen loading credit for 108 Surfside Road
• Betterment release for 22 Hawthorne Lane
• Review of Fire Department Cancer Report

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The Cannabis Advisory Committee will review proposed changes to adult-use marijuana regulations from the Cannabis Control Commission. The body will also address requests from Town Administration to draft local cannabis industry rules and a social equity policy.

• Proposed changes by Cannabis Control Commission to 935 CMR 500.000: Adult Use of Marijuana
• Review of draft CCC regulations on Host Community Agreements
• Drafting of local rules regarding the cannabis industry
• Drafting of a Social Equity Policy for the Town
• Election of officers

Board of Health

This agenda contains only a reference to an updated packet for the September 21, 2023 meeting. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or informational in nature.

Capital Program Committee

The committee is meeting to review Special Town Meeting appropriation requests and FY25 capital requests. Discussions will focus on Information Technology and the Nantucket Water Co.

• FY25 Capital Requests for Information Technology and Nantucket Water Co.
• Special Town Meeting Appropriation Requests
• Proposed $2,155,000 for Wannacomet Pump Station Upgrades (new pump station North Pasture) in FY25
• Proposed $498,125 for Wannacomet Distribution System Improvements in FY25
• Proposed $198,000 for IS/GIS total requests in FY25

Capital Program Committee

The committee is reviewing appropriation requests for a Special Town Meeting and FY25 capital requests. Discussions include funding for Information Technology and the Nantucket Water Co.

• FY25 IT requests including $50,000 for network infrastructure and $73,000 for town computers
• Wannacomet pump station upgrades request of $2,155,000 for FY25
• Wannacomet distribution system improvements request of $498,125 for FY25
• Our Island Home Facility project listed at $50,000,000 for FY26
• Wannacomet water tank re-coating listed at $7,000,000 for FY31

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to discuss proposed changes to the Town of Nantucket Wetland Protection Regulations (Chapter 390). The body will also discuss its own policies and procedures.

• Proposed revisions to Wetland Protection Regulations (Chapter 390)
• Discussion of Commission Policies and Procedures

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is conducting a workshop to update its regulations. The meeting includes a review of codified regulation drafts, enhanced buffer zones, and a revised fee schedule.

• Review of Codified Regulations Draft V6
• Discussion of Enhanced Buffer Zones V1
• Review of Revised Fee Schedule

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a public hearing on Citizen Warrant Articles. The body will discuss, review, and potentially vote on motions for the November 7, 2023, Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles.

• Public hearing on Citizen Warrant Articles
• Potential vote on motions for November 7, 2023, Special Town Meeting Warrant Articles

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is discussing proposed changes to Article 1 (General Bylaw Amendment) regarding short-term rentals (STRs). A proposal from ACKNow suggests modifications to the bylaw to gain support, provided the committee recommends taking no action on Article 2 (Zoning Bylaw Amendment).

• Proposed change to limit STR occupancy changes to six times between June 15 and September 15
• Proposal to implement a two-year grace period for current STRs to adjust to new rules
• Proposed extension of hosted stay exemptions to the entire property
• Proposal to tie STR registration only to uses allowable under the Zoning Bylaw
• Discussion of Article 2, which would allow any home on the island to be converted to a full-time STR

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission is meeting to evaluate proposals submitted in response to a request for qualifications. The commission is seeking designer services for the Land Bank bike park.

• Review of designer service proposals for the Land Bank bike park

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review a request for the use of Children's Beach and discuss field usage for the fall. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Nobadeer Athletic Complex Expansion Project.

• Request from Nantucket Atheneum to use Children’s Beach on November 23, 2023, for the 22nd Annual Cold Turkey Plunge
• Discussion of Nobadeer Athletic Complex Expansion Project
• Discussion of Fall Field Usage

Traffic Safety Work Group

The group will review requests to make Gardner Street one-way and relocate a crosswalk at Center Street. Members will also evaluate the 2023 NanTukTuk Pedicab summer pilot and proposed regulatory amendments for 2024.

• Review of request to explore making Gardner Street one-way
• Review of speed and traffic count data for Gold Star Drive
• Review of request for yellow line replacement at 26 Easy Street
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 316 (Pedicabs) including pedal assist bicycles and increased licenses
• Proposed relocation of crosswalk from Broad Street/Center Street to Gay Street/Center Street

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will discuss updates on construction damage to trees, review the Southern Pine Beetle situation, and consider increasing fines for illegal tree removal or pruning.

• Update on construction damage to Elm tree at 126 Main Street
• Discussion regarding chapter 132 of Town code to increase fines for illegal tree removal/pruning

Finance Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Nantucket Finance Committee for September 20, 2023, has been cancelled.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review motions and draft comments for the Special Town Meeting 2023 Warrant Articles. The board will also discuss the Master Plan and concepts for Planning Board sponsored articles for the Annual Town Meeting 2024.

• Review of motions and draft comments for Special Town Meeting 2023 Warrant Articles
• Master Plan discussion
• Discussion of Annual Town Meeting 2024 Planning Board sponsored warrant article concepts

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss special local preferences for the Surfside Crossing and 31 Fairgrounds Road housing projects. The board is also reviewing several contracts for public safety, environmental studies, and facility design. Additionally, the board will hold a preliminary discussion on the FY 2024 tax rate shift.

• Purchase of replacement ambulance from Specialty Vehicles, Inc. for $369,694
• Groundwater mapping study contract with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for $398,352
• Professional design services for new Public Works Facility with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. totaling $226,570
• Deed restriction program development with Barrett Planning Group, LLC for $35,500
• Request for special local preference for Surfside Crossing 40B and 31 Fairgrounds Road housing projects

Select Board

The Select Board is reviewing requests to seek special local preference for affordable units at Surfside Crossing and 31 Fairgrounds Road to prioritize municipal employees and residents. The board will also discuss a tax rate shift for FY 2024 and receive an overview of the Somerset Needs Area Sewer Extension Project.

• Purchase of replacement ambulance from Specialty Vehicles, Inc. for $369,694
• Nutrient loading groundwater mapping study contract with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. for $398,352
• Professional services for deed restriction program with Barrett Planning Group, LLC for $35,500
• Contract amendment for new Public Works Facility design with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. adding $58,170
• Request for special local preference for municipal employees at Surfside Crossing and 31 Fairgrounds Road

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will discuss airport expansion projects and personnel agreements. The body is scheduled to ratify several FAA grants and consider the declaration of surplus property on Bunker Road.

• Ratification of FAA Grant AIP 82 South Apron Phase I: $2,823,379
• Ratification of FAA Grant AIP 84 ARFF Vehicles and Equipment: $869,050
• Ratification of FAA Grant AIP 83 Shift Existing Taxiway G Phase II: $133,381
• Declaration of Surplus Property on Bunker Road
• Approval of LIUNA Memorandum of Agreement

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will discuss a Year-Round Deed Restriction Action Plan and the ACKNOW Lease to Rental Program. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property.

• Year-Round Deed Restriction Action Plan discussion
• ACKNOW Lease to Rental Program discussion
• Executive Session: consideration of real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee is meeting to ratify and approve fund requisitions for various local organizations. Members will also discuss the acceptance of NHA applications and set the FY’25 grant interview calendar.

• Ratification of $4,585.25 for Sustainable Nantucket and $36,417.10 for First Congregational Church Bennett Hall
• Fund requisition for St. Paul's Church in the amount of $61,750.00
• Fund requisitions for Nantucket Interfaith for $20,760.00 and $24,940.64
• Fund requisition for Hospital Thrift Shop for $2,168.53
• Acceptance of NHA applications for St. Mary's Rectory and St Mary's Church

Cyrus Peirce Middle School

The School Council will meet to review the Cyrus Peirce Middle School Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes feedback from the Open House and a question-and-answer session for parents.

• Cyrus Peirce Middle School Improvement Plan
• Open House feedback
• Parent Q&A

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The board will review reports from the Marine and Natural Resources departments. Members will discuss harbor management, including a sediment transport study, aquaculture regulation updates, and green crabs.

• Review and update of aquaculture regulations
• Discussion of Sediment Transport Study and dredge plan
• Discussion of Harbors Action Plan Committee HSAB recommendations
• Update on Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee
• Discussion on harbor watershed property owner information forum

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is meeting to vote on its September-December 2023 schedule and review a high volume of applications for signage, fences, pools, and new dwellings. The body will also discuss minutes policy and potential future topics including wind turbines and street tree classification.

• Sign replacement for Nantucket Cottage Hospital at 57 Prospect St
• New dwelling applications for 2 Gloucester St and 16 Swift Rock Ln
• Solar roof array requests for 48 Dukes Rd, 46 Cliff Rd, and 87 Hummock Pond
• New staff housing revisions for the Town of Nantucket at 10 Sun Island Rd
• Pool and hardscape requests for 3 Wyers Way, 30 Tashama Ln, and 52 Miacomet Ave

Nantucket Public School Committee

The committee will receive reports from the Superintendent regarding school opening, transportation, and fall sports. Members will also discuss summer programs and draft handbook updates for NES, NIS, and CPS. The body is scheduled to vote on meeting minutes and transfers and invoices.

• Superintendent's report on school opening and transportation
• Summer programs report from Taylor Murphy and Kara Evans
• Draft handbook updates for NES, NIS, and CPS
• Vote to approve August 29 and September 5, 2023, meeting minutes
• Vote on transfers and invoices

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet to discuss the Year-Round Deed Restriction Action Plan and the ACKNOW Lease to Rental Program. The meeting includes a scheduled executive session to consider real property transactions.

• Discussion of Year-Round Deed Restriction Action Plan
• Discussion of ACKNOW Lease to Rental Program
• Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council is meeting to discuss new and replacement sign applications. The body will review requests for properties on Prospect Street, Main Street, and Old South Road.

• Sign replacement at Nantucket Cottage Hospital, 57 Prospect st
• Projecting sign for The One 2744 LLC, 47 Main St
• New sign for Robert Sarkisian, 35A Old south Rd.

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will review budget amendments and annual tasks for the Unified Planning Work Program. The body will also discuss articles of planning concern for the 2023 Special Town Meeting and text changes to Article 83.

• FY 2023 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) budget amendment
• FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) annual tasks review
• Special Town Meeting 2023 articles of planning concern
• Text changes by Massachusetts Senate Counsel to Article 83 (ATM 2023)
• Acceptance of resignations for Madaket Area Plan Workgroup: Diana Brown and Robert Kucharavy

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission is meeting to receive updates on the Madaket Area Plan and the Wind Farm S106 report. The body will also review draft vision, mission, and objectives and discuss articles of planning concern for the 2023 Town Meeting.

• Madaket Area Plan update and resignations
• Wind Farm S106 report update
• Draft vision, mission, and objectives
• Articles of planning concern for STM 2023
• Transportation Program Manager update

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will meet to review historic resource surveys and discuss potential improvements to demolition delay policies. The commission will also provide updates on CPC applications and the FY23 RFQ response.

• Review of Fish Lots Batch III Form Bs for the Survey of Historic Resources
• Discussion of demolition delay policies and potential improvements
• Update on FY23 RFQ response
• National Alliance of Preservation Commissioners (NAPC) SWOT analysis
• Notice of upcoming meeting for the 9 Sherburne Way appeal

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Commission is reviewing the National Alliance of Preservation Commissioners review and discussing potential improvements to demolition delay policies. The body will also address a specific appeal regarding the demolition of 9 Sherburne Way.

• Discussion of demolition delay policies and potential improvements
• Review of Fish Lots Batch III Form Bs for the Survey of Historic Resources
• National Alliance of Preservation Commissioners (NAPC) SWOT analysis review
• Update on Community Preservation Act (CPC) applications
• Planning for a meeting regarding the 9 Sherburne Way appeal at the 9/20 Select Board meeting

NPEDC Work Group

The Town Area Plan Workgroup will meet to discuss various area plans and the nine components of the Master Plan. The group will also receive an update on the current survey.

• Approval of draft minutes from September 5, 2023
• Discussion of Area Plans and nine components of Master Plan
• Update on survey

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several requests for special permits and variances regarding property renovations, swimming pools, and structure replacements. The board will also vote on the election of its officers.

• Special permit for renovations and addition at 8 Bank Street
• Variance for a pool cabana and groundcover ratio at 50 Weweeder Avenue
• Variance for an accessory structure up to 780.25 SF at 29 Monomoy Road
• Special permit to remove and replace a structure at 5 North Beach Street
• Modification of special permit to replace a commercial structure at 5 Surfside Drive

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is considering special permits and variances for several properties. Decisions include requests to elevate a home for flood compliance, replace a nonconforming residence, and expand a commercial tent rental facility.

• 8 Bank Street: Special Permit for renovations and addition to a single-family dwelling
• 13 Swain Street: Special Permit to elevate a dwelling 5 feet and a Variance for access stairs 1.7 feet from the lot line
• 5 North Beach Street: Special Permit to remove a nonconforming structure and build a new 1,150 sf dwelling
• 5 Surfside Drive: Special Permit modification to replace a commercial structure with a 3,840+ sf storage facility and 4-bedroom apartment
• Election of officers for Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Clerk positions

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several requests for special permits and variances regarding residential additions, pool cabanas, and structure alterations. The meeting also includes the election of board officers.

• Special Permit for renovations and an addition at 8 Bank Street
• Variance for a pool cabana setback and groundcover ratio at 50 Weweeder Avenue
• Variance for an accessory structure up to 780.25 SF at 29 Monomoy Road
• Withdrawal of Special Permit request for an in-ground swimming pool at 4 Washington Avenue
• Special Permit and Variance for structure alterations at 13 Swain Street

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission is meeting to ratify a grant award from the FAA. The funding is designated for the AIP 85 South Apron Phase II project.

• Ratification of AIP 85 South Apron Phase II (AIP Funding) grant for $29,587,845

Capital Program Committee

The committee is reviewing FY25 capital requests and long-term planning for the Police and Fire Departments. The discussion includes vehicle replacements, facility design, and technology upgrades.

• Sconset Fire Station Design: $850,000 in FY25 and $7,000,000 in FY26
• Public Safety Auxiliary Building: $5,000,000 in FY25
• Ladder Truck Replacement: $1,750,000 in FY25
• Engine 2 Replacement: $1,000,000 in FY25
• Public Safety Technology Upgrades: $75,000 in FY25

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is reviewing several Notices of Intent (NOI), Certificates of Compliance (COC), and a Request for Determination of Applicability (RDA). The meeting includes the review of supplemental information and site inspection reports for various properties.

• Notice of Intent for 15 Lauretta Lane
• Notice of Intent for Coska-Coutue Wildlife Refuge
• Notice of Intent for 21 Meader Street
• Notice of Intent for 100 Wauwinet Road
• Certificate of Compliance for 15 High Brush Path

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings on various notices of intent and amended orders of conditions. The body will also review requests for determinations of applicability and certificates of compliance for several properties.

• Public hearings for notices of intent at 15 Lauretta Lane, 21 Meader Street, and 73 Hulbert Avenue
• Public hearing for notice of intent at Coatue Wildlife Refuge
• Public hearing for notice of intent at 100 Wauwinet Road, 25 Nonantum Avenue, and 30 Dukes Road
• Public hearing for notice of intent at 27 & 25R Washington Street, 10 Coffin Street, 200 Polpis Road, and 16 Hoicks Hollow Road
• Amended Order of Conditions for 14 Plover Lane

Council for Human Services

The Council for Human Services will introduce new members and hear from speakers regarding the WIC program federal grant and the Athenaeum. The body will review and discuss its scope and mission statement to prepare for setting goals and priorities for the coming year.

• Speaker from Health Imperatives on WIC program federal grant
• Speaker from Athenaeum
• Report from Human Services Director
• Review and discussion of CHS scope and mission statement

Nantucket Cultural Council

The Nantucket Cultural Council is meeting to discuss the 2024 grant cycle and open council seats. The body will also review meeting minutes from April, May, and June 2023.

• Discussion of 2024 Grant Cycle
• Discussion of open council seats
• Approval of April 11, May 16, and June 13, 2023 minutes

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will meet to hold an executive session. The body will consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property located at 32 Washington Street.

• Executive session regarding real property at 32 Washington Street