Nantucket County public meetings in 2024

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Work Group meeting scheduled for December 27, 2024, has been cancelled.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Land Bank Conference Room, 22 Broad Street
• Meeting ID: 816 5075 8099

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for December 24, 2024, has been cancelled.

Affordable Housing Trust

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust will meet remotely via Zoom on December 23, 2024. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, public comments, other business, and board comments. An executive session will be held to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of real property at Gooseberry Place. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Approval of agenda
• Public comments on items not on the agenda
• Other business discussion
• Board comments
• Executive session to consider purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of Gooseberry Place property

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust held a brief remote meeting on December 23, 2024, approving the agenda and then voting unanimously to enter executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property at 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, and 8 Gooseberry Place. No public comments or board comments were made, and no other business was conducted. The meeting adjourned at 2:06 PM without any substantive decisions in open session.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Voted to enter executive session to discuss Gooseberry Place property (5-0)

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will consider a repeat submission of a Historic Tax Credit Project Letter of Support for 89 Easton Street. The commission will also discuss a Certified Local Government Memorandum of Understanding and minimum maintenance requirements for contributing structures at 10 New Whale Street and 5 Candle Street. Additional agenda items include staff updates, public comment, approval of the November 15, 2024 meeting minutes, and commission goals.

• Historic Tax Credit Project Letter of Support – 89 Easton Street (repeat submission)
• Certified Local Government Memorandum of Understanding
• Commission discussion: minimum maintenance of contributing structures – 10 New Whale Street, 5 Candle Street (Town Code ch. 124-13)
• Approval of minutes – November 15, 2024 meeting
• Public Comment and Staff Update

The Nantucket Historical Commission voted unanimously to submit a renewal letter of support for the historic tax credit project at 89 Easton Street, with no changes and all conditions satisfied. It also approved sending a draft Memorandum of Understanding to town counsel and authorized updating a letter to support preservation staff. The commission discussed but took no action on minimum maintenance of contributing structures at 10 New Whale Street and 5 Candle Street, awaiting a National Grid engineer's report.

• Approved renewal letter of support for 89 Easton Street historic tax credit (7-0)
• Approved sending draft Certified Local Government MOU to town counsel (6-0)
• Authorized updating and sending letter to National Alliance of Preservation Commissioners (7-0)
• Approved minutes of November 15, 2024 meeting (8-0)

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will approve the agenda and minutes from the 11/08/2024 meeting, then discuss the grant review process adopted on Nov. 8. Committee members will present grant applications and related worksheets. They will also set a calendar for applicant interviews and deliberations. The meeting includes public comment, other business, and adjournment.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from 11/08/2024
• Review of grant review process agreed on Nov. 8
• Presentation of grant applications and worksheets
• Scheduling of applicant interviews and deliberations

The Contract Review Committee reviewed 16 grant applications totaling over $1.2M and decided which applicants must attend interviews. They also changed the interview dates to January 10 and 17, eliminating the January 11 presentation date. The meeting was procedural, with no final grant awards made.

• Approved agenda and minutes from 11/08/2024 (unanimous)
• Set 15-minute interview slots for organizations, with 3-hour meeting limit
• Required interviews for 16 applicants, including Fairwinds, Warming Place, S.T.A.R., and others
• Exempted 4 applicants from interviews: Martha's Vineyard Community Service, South Coast Legal, A Safe Place, Elder Service
• Eliminated January 11 presentation date; interviews set for January 10 and 17 (unanimous)

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Working Group is discussing two design alternatives for the Francis Street Beach Improvement Project. The group is planning a virtual community open house for January 13 and 15, 2025, to gather public feedback on these options.

• Review of 'Light Impact' vs 'Most Impact' design alternatives for Francis Street Beach
• Planning of Virtual Open House for January 13 (evening) and January 15 (morning)
• Discussion on a multimodal path for Washington Street
• Discussion on Saltmarsh Senior Center parking lot vision
• Decision to not pursue subgrade storage tanks based on site study

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Work Group will convene to review the updated timeline and alternatives for the Francis Street Beach Improvement Project. The group will also discuss the format and content for a virtual open house and decide on a multimodal path for the project.

• Review updated timeline for Francis Street Beach Improvement Project
• Approve virtual open house items including Mentimeter format and survey questions
• Decision on multimodal path for Francis Street Beach project
• Discuss Saltmarsh Senior Center parking lot vision
• Cancel February 28, 2024 meeting

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will meet to discuss minimum maintenance standards for contributing structures and review a draft Memorandum of Understanding with the Historic District Commission. The agenda also includes a staff update and a letter of support for a $3.2 million historic rehabilitation project.

• Discussion of minimum maintenance for contributing structures (Town Code ch. 124-13)
• Review of draft Memorandum of Understanding with Nantucket Historic District Commission
• Letter of support for Lena Grouard House rehabilitation project ($3.2M total, $600K tax credit)
• Staff update and public comment period
• Approval of November 15, 2024 meeting minutes

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will review old business items concerning elm trees at 43A Union St and 126 Main St, as well as stump grinding, tree replacements, and airport planting. The committee will also discuss a new proposal for a Community Foundation Tree Fund, which outlines fiscal sponsorship policies, administrative charges of 5%‑15% or a $500 minimum fee, and a required minimum balance of $1,000. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Old Business – 43A Union St. Elm
• Old Business – 126 Main St. Elm
• Old Business – Stump grinding, tree replacements, airport planting
• New Business – Discussion of Community Foundation Tree Fund proposal
• Fiscal Sponsorship details: admin charge 5%‑15% or $500 min, $1,000 minimum balance

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee meeting on December 19, 2024 will review old business items concerning elm trees at 43A Union St. and 126 Main St., as well as stump grinding, tree replacements, and airport planting. The committee will also discuss a proposal from the Community Foundation for a Tree Fund. The agenda includes public comment and citizen/departmental requests.

• Review of elm tree at 43A Union St.
• Review of elm tree at 126 Main St.
• Discussion of stump grinding, tree replacements, and airport planting
• Discussion of Community Foundation Tree Fund proposal

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for 28 Notices of Intent regarding various properties. The body will also discuss the issuance of Orders of Conditions and a potential adoption of a procedural update.

• Public hearings for Notices of Intent at properties including 41-119 Baxter Road and 10 & 16 Ocean Avenue
• Emergency Certification for 16 Sheep Pond Road, 28 Sheep Pond Road, and Straight Wharf Dredging
• Certificate of Compliance for 13 Hallowell Lane, 13 Aurora Way, 76A Madaket Road, and Esther Island
• Amended Order of Conditions for 46 West Miacomet Road
• Commission vote on the potential adoption of a procedural update

The Nantucket Conservation Commission held a lengthy meeting on December 19, 2024, processing numerous wetland permit applications. It closed public hearings for 20 Notices of Intent, approved 14 Orders of Conditions (some with amendments and waivers), issued 4 Certificates of Compliance, and approved 2 minor modifications. Several items were continued to January 2025, and one application was withdrawn.

• Closed 20 Notice of Intent hearings (all unanimous or with recusals)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Olbres, 196 Hummock Pond Rd (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Mid Island Services, 41 & 43 Sparks Ave (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Jane A. Joynt Testamentary Trust, 15 Bear St (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 8 Gull Island LLC, 8 Gull Island Ln (6-0, Turcotte recused)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Penant Realty, 5 Coaskata Course Way (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Tork ACK LLC, 1 Mothball Way (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Hale, 117 Madaket Rd (6-0, Misurelli recused)

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket County Conservation Commission is scheduled to review 30 Notices of Intent for various development projects across the island. The agenda includes supplemental information, waiver requests, and emergency certifications for specific sites.

• Review of Notices of Intent for Sparks Avenue, Hummock Pond Road, and Nobadeer Avenue
• Supplemental information for Hummock Pond Road and Lavender Lane
• Waiver request for Mothball Way
• Emergency certifications for Sheep Pond Road and Straight Wharf Dredging
• Revised site plans for Tautemo Way

The Nantucket Conservation Commission held a public hearing on December 19, 2024, and approved numerous Orders of Conditions for projects affecting wetlands, including residential developments and modifications. Several items were continued to January 2025 due to incomplete information, and one application was withdrawn. The commission also issued certificates of compliance, minor modifications, and ratified emergency certifications.

• Approved Order of Conditions for Olbres at 196 Hummock Pond Road with turtle protection conditions (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Mid Island Services LP at 41 & 43 Sparks Avenue (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Jane A. Joynt Testamentary Trust at 15 Bear Street (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 8 Gull Island LLC at 8 Gull Island Lane with waiver (6-0, Turcotte recused)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Penant Realty LLC at 5 Coaskata Course Way (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Tork ACK LLC at 1 Mothball Way with waiver (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Hale at 117 Madaket Road (6-0, Misurelli recused)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Yellow Dog Nominee Trust at 224 Polpis Road (7-0)

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The Cannabis Advisory Committee scheduled a meeting for Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 1:00 PM via Zoom. The meeting has been cancelled, so no agenda items will be considered.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a variance request for a septic system at 18 Midland Avenue. The meeting agenda also includes documents for a request at 34 Hinsdale Road and a variance application at 10 Somset Lane.

• Hear variance request for 18 Midland Avenue
• Review documents for 34 Hinsdale Road request
• Review variance application for 10 Somset Lane

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health will ratify condemnations for two properties at 16 and 28 Sheep Pond Road and discuss large events at private homes. The meeting will also include public comments, the approval of minutes, and several septic variance requests.

• Ratify condemnation and emergency order for 16 Sheep Pond Road
• Ratify condemnation and emergency order for 28 Sheep Pond Road
• Public comment on housing correction order at 34 Hinsdale Road
• Septic variance request for 8 Bank Street
• Septic variance request for 18 Midland Ave

The Board of Health confirmed a housing correction order for 34 Hinsdale Road, required the septic system to be pumped within four weeks, and continued the hearing to next month. It ratified the condemnation of 16 Sheep Pond Rd and condemned 28 Sheep Pond Rd, both unanimously. The board also altered a variance for 8 Bank St., removing the IA system requirement, and scheduled a public hearing on large events at private homes.

• Confirmed correction order for 34 Hinsdale Road (5-0)
• Required septic system pumping at 34 Hinsdale Rd within 4 weeks (5-0)
• Ratified condemnation of 16 Sheep Pond Rd (5-0)
• Condemned 28 Sheep Pond Rd (5-0)
• Altered variance for 8 Bank St., removing IA system requirement (4-0, Lepore recused)
• Approved November minutes as submitted (5-0)
• Continued hearing on 34 Hinsdale Rd to next month
• Scheduled public hearing on large events at private homes

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:30 pm via Zoom. The meeting will cover standard administrative items, including establishing a quorum, approving the agenda, and approving the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting. The only substantive agenda item is to continue discussion of path stop sign removals. No decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only.

• Continue discussion of path stop sign removals
• Approval of minutes – November 20, 2024

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee voted to accept recommendations for removing stop signs on bike paths along Polpis Road, Madaket Road, Milestone Road, and Hummock Pond Road, with some intersections keeping stop signs for path users. The committee also discussed replacing removed stop signs with caution signs and improving sightlines, but deferred final sign selection to a later date.

• Approved stop sign removals along Polpis Road path (unanimous)
• Approved stop sign removals along Madaket Road path, keeping stop sign at Dukes Road (unanimous)
• Approved stop sign removals along Milestone Road path, keeping stop signs at Nobadeer Farm, New South, and Tom Nevers Roads (unanimous, RJ T absent)
• Approved stop sign removals along Hummock Pond Road path, keeping stop signs at Bartlett Farm and Somerset Roads, and adding stop signs at Milk Street Ext (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Trust

The meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024, has been cancelled.

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will discuss several documents, including the FY24 Annual Report and the 2025 DLTA contract. It will also consider the Regional RIP Project List endorsement, MassDOT RIP project slides, a request for project inclusion in MassDOT RIP, and the December 2024 TRANSPLAN report. No specific decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Review FY24 Annual Report
• Consider 2025 DLTA Contract
• Endorse Regional RIP Project List
• Examine MassDOT RIP Projects slides
• Discuss December 2024 TRANSPLAN Report

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission unanimously approved the 2025 District Local Technical Assistance (DLTA) contract for $50,000, authorizing Director Leslie Snell to sign it. The commission also approved the NP&EDC Annual Report with staff revisions and authorized the Vice-Chair to sign an endorsement sheet for Nantucket's transportation resiliency projects under MassDOT's Statewide Resilience Improvement Program. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2025 DLTA contract ($50,000) (unanimous)
• Approved NP&EDC Annual Report with staff revisions (unanimous)
• Authorized Vice-Chair to sign endorsement sheet for MassDOT resiliency projects (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 10 and October 28, 2024 (unanimous)

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will meet on Dec 18, 2024 at 5:30 pm (hybrid location). The agenda includes a joint meeting with the Nantucket County Commission to review the draft findings of a study on the impacts of a NOAA vessel speed reduction regulation on Nantucket, prepared by the UMass Amherst Donahue Institute’s Economic and Public Policy Research Group. No decisions are listed; the item is for discussion of the draft analysis.

• Review draft findings of NOAA vessel speed reduction regulation impact study (prepared by UMass Amherst Donahue Institute)

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission met jointly with the County Commission to review the UMass Amherst Donahue Institute's economic analysis of NOAA's proposed vessel speed reduction rule. The boards discussed the report's findings on ferry service reductions, property values, and medical access, and agreed to send a letter conveying the report to federal and state representatives. No formal action was taken on the report itself, and the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Reviewed UMass Amherst report on NOAA vessel speed rule economic impacts
• Agreed to send letter conveying report to federal and state representatives
• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 6:08 PM

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will meet to approve minutes from October, discuss a 2025 DLTA contract, and review the annual report. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Approval of October 10 and October 28, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of MassDOT Statewide Resilience Improvement Program
• Approval of 2025 DLTA Contract
• Review of NP&EDC Annual Report
• Reports from Rural Policy Advisory Committee and other advisory groups

Nantucket Housing Authority

The Nantucket Housing Authority Board will meet on Dec 18, 2024 at 2:15 PM at 3 Manta Drive. The agenda includes routine items such as signing the December payroll warrant and approving minutes from the Nov 13 meeting. The board will discuss a policy on authority property and agency‑owned vehicles, insurance for state‑aided housing programs, adoption of a fair‑housing affirmative‑action goal, and a contract with New England Alarm Company. The meeting will also include an executive director’s report and reports from other committees.

• Signing of December 2024 payroll warrant
• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Authority Property & Agency‑Owned Vehicle policy (11/13/24)
• Discussion of fair‑housing affirmative‑action goal adoption
• Consideration of New England Alarm Company contract

The Nantucket Housing Authority approved the December 2024 warrant, meeting minutes, a property and vehicle use policy, insurance coverage, a fair housing goal, a new alarm company contract, and the executive director's report. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved December 2024 warrant (3-0)
• Approved November 13, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Use of Authority Property & Agency Owned Vehicle Policy (3-0)
• Approved State-Aided Housing Programs Property, Boiler & Machinery and Crime Insurance for 11/17/24-11/17/25 (3-0)
• Adopted Fair Housing Affirmative Action Goal (3-0)
• Approved contract with Wayne Alarm Company (4-0)
• Approved Executive Director's report (4-0)

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Preliminary Screening Committee will meet to review airport candidates. The meeting includes an executive session to consider or interview applicants for employment.

• Preliminary screening of airport candidates (Item 120624-01)
• Executive session to consider or interview employment applicants

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will review and approve its agenda, consider pending leases and contracts listed in Exhibit 1, and hold an executive session to discuss strategy for pursuing legal claims against manufacturers of polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other potential sources. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom and recorded.

• Review and approve the meeting agenda
• Consider pending leases and contracts (see Exhibit 1)
• Executive session to discuss PFAS legal claim strategy

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission approved a six-month lease agreement with the Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust Fund for airport employee housing at a total cost of $22,800, with rent deducted monthly via payroll. The commission also voted unanimously to enter executive session to consider or interview applicants for employment. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved lease agreement with Nantucket Affordable Housing for airport employee housing, $22,800 for six months
• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Voted to enter executive session to consider or interview employment applicants (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing materials related to a Superior Court and Housing Appeals Committee remand. The meeting includes the review of residential floor plans, a clubhouse plan, and engineering reports.

• Superior Court Remand Decision
• Housing Appeals Committee Remand Order
• Residential architectural floor plans (Types A1, A2, and B)
• Clubhouse architectural floor plans
• MEPA Certificate

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing regarding a Comprehensive Permit for a multi-family project. The proposal involves 156 condominium units across 18 buildings on approximately 13.6 acres.

• Public hearing for Surfside Crossing, LLC project at 3, 5, 7, and 9 South Shore Road
• Proposed construction of 156 condominium dwelling units in 18 buildings
• Project location identified as Limited Use General 2 (LUG-2) and within the Public Wellhead Recharge District

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5-0 to continue the Surfside Crossing 40B comprehensive permit hearing to January 15, 2025, after extensive discussion of traffic, stormwater, and parking concerns. The board also voted 5-0 to reconsider the October 22, 2024 minutes at the next meeting, following a board member's objection to substantial changes. No final decision was made on the 156-unit condominium project.

• Continued Surfside Crossing 40B hearing to Jan. 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved motion to reconsider Oct. 22 minutes at next meeting (5-0)
• Approved agenda as drafted (4-1)

County Commission

The County Commission will review applications and appoint a new member to the Steamship Authority Governing Board, with an incumbent candidate running for reappointment.

• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2024
• Approval of Payroll and Treasury Warrants for December, 2024
• Appointment of Nantucket Member of Steamship Authority Governing Board
• Public Comment period
• Audio and video recording of the meeting

County Commission

The Nantucket County Commission meeting will review applications and decide on appointing a Nantucket representative to the Steamship Authority Governing Board. The commission will also approve the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting and approve payroll and treasury warrants for December 2024. Public comment will be offered at the start of the meeting.

• Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting
• Approval of payroll and treasury warrants for December 2024
• Review of applications and appointment of Nantucket member to the Steamship Authority Governing Board

The County Commission unanimously approved the minutes of the November 20, 2024 meeting and the December 2024 payroll and treasury warrants. It also unanimously appointed Robert F. Ranney to a new three-year term as the Nantucket representative on the Steamship Authority Governing Board, effective January 1, 2025. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved December 2024 payroll and treasury warrants (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert F. Ranney to Steamship Authority Governing Board for term expiring Dec 31, 2027 (unanimous)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024, has been cancelled.

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will vote to approve pending contracts that include a $2,545,000 affordable‑housing grant, vehicle purchases, IT services, and road‑grading agreements. The board will also approve Treasury warrants for December 18, 2024 and schedule a public hearing on the FY 2026 General Fund Budget for January 8, 2025. Additional agenda items announce applications for seven committee vacancies and provide updates on traffic‑regulation amendments and the Our Island Home budget.

• Approve pending contracts: $2,545,000 affordable‑housing grant for 22 units at 31 Fairgrounds Rd; $123,125.73 purchase of a Ford F550 dump truck; $38,750.80 purchase of a low‑speed EV vehicle; $13,560 IT security license; $80,000 on‑call road grading (Strang, LLC); $80,000 on‑call road grading (Holdgate Partners); $15,500 HVAC replacement at 131 Pleasant St; $14,900 amendment to environmental contract.
• Approve Treasury warrants for December 18, 2024.
• Schedule public hearing on FY 2026 General Fund Budget for Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 5:30 PM in the Public Safety Facility Community Room, 4 Fairgrounds Rd (remote Zoom option).
• Announce applications for seven committee vacancies: Capital Program, Council for Human Services, Council on Aging, Cultural Council, Real Estate Assessment, Town of Nantucket Scholarship, and Zoning Board of Appeals.
• Town Manager report includes proposed amendments to traffic regulations and a review of the FY 2026 Our Island Home operating budget and proposed rate increases.

Select Board

The Select Board is holding a joint meeting with the County Commission and the Nantucket Planning and Economic Development Commission. The body will review draft findings from a UMass Amherst Donahue Institute study regarding the economic impacts of proposed NOAA vessel speed regulations.

• Review of draft findings on the impacts of NOAA vessel speed reduction regulations
• Analysis of potential elimination of high speed ferry service from November 1st through May 31st
• Review of economic impacts on passenger volumes, commuting patterns, and goods trade

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the FY 2026 operating budget and rate increases for Our Island Home, as well as proposed amendments to traffic and parking regulations. The board is also reviewing a letter of engagement for special counsel regarding a Surfside Crossing, LLC application.

• Grant agreement with NHA Properties for $2,545,000 for 22 workforce housing units at 31 Fairgrounds Rd
• Agreement with Iron Mountain Information Management, LLC for $1,468,063.51 for document digitization
• Purchase of a Ford F550 Dump Truck from McGovern MHQ, Inc. for $123,125.73
• On-call road grading contracts with Strang, LLC and Holdgate Partners for $80,000 each
• Public hearing scheduled for January 8, 2025, regarding the proposed FY 2026 General Fund Budget

The Nantucket Select Board approved a series of traffic safety recommendations, including yellow lines, parking removals, accessible parking designations, and a speed hump, with some items denied or recused. The board also scheduled public hearings for proposed amendments to the parking/enforcement plan and Our Island Home rate increases, and discussed the FY 2026 budget and warrant articles for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting.

• Approved traffic safety changes: yellow lines at 4 Traders Lane, 3 Willard Street, 8 Mill Street, N. Mill Street; accessible parking at 58 Fair Street, 4 Fair Street, Whalers Lane; speed hump on Gold Star Drive; parking time change on Candle Street; tour van space relocation (various votes)
• Denied traffic safety requests: 25 N. Water Street yellow line extension (4-0), 126 Main Street driveway removal (all in favor)
• Approved removal of parking on Step Lane at N. Water Street (4-0, MacNab recused)
• Approved 10 Vesper Lane parking time change to 30 minutes (4-0, Holdgate recused)
• Scheduled public hearing for amendments to Chapter 375 Traffic and Parking/Enforcement Plan for January 22
• Scheduled public hearing for Our Island Home rate increases
• Tabled indefinitely review of ZBA special counsel engagement for Surfside Crossing
• Consensus on warrant articles: add traffic calming and wetlands bylaw to 2025 ATM; defer noise bylaw, CRC, and Coastal Resiliency HRP to fall; no drafting of short-term rental proposal

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the County Commission and the Nantucket Planning and Economic Development Commission to review the draft findings of an economic analysis on the impacts of a NOAA vessel speed reduction regulation. The analysis was prepared by the UMass Amherst Donahue Institute’s Economic and Public Policy Research Group. No decisions are indicated; the agenda item is for discussion and review only.

• Review draft findings of NOAA vessel speed reduction regulation economic analysis (prepared by UMass Amherst Donahue Institute)

The Select Board, County Commission, and Planning and Economic Development Commission held a joint meeting to review a draft economic analysis of a proposed NOAA vessel speed reduction regulation. The report, prepared by the UMass Amherst Donahue Institute, was discussed but no formal action was taken. The meeting adjourned without any votes on the matter.

• Reviewed draft economic analysis of NOAA vessel speed regulation (no vote)
• Adjourned Select Board meeting at 6:08 PM (all in favor)
• Adjourned County Commission meeting at 6:08 PM (all in favor)

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will review consents for new business items, consider old business items, and discuss a range of alteration proposals. Items include window changes, additions, pools, hardscape work, and other construction requests within the historic district. The commission will vote on each application listed on the agenda.

• 19 Austine Locke Avenue – window change application (PDF)
• 9 Bartlett Addition – proposed addition (PDF)
• 10 Lewis Court – pool proposal (PDF)
• 5 Barstow Rd – pool and bocce court proposals (PDF)
• 44 Skyline Dr – move‑on dwelling and site plan (PDF)

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The Roads and Right of Way Committee will review the minutes from the November 19 meeting and accept them. Members will discuss the road status list, distinguishing private from public roads. The committee will consider input from the Harbor Plan Committee to update the Select Board. Additional business and member comments will also be addressed.

• Accept November 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment on items not on the agenda
• Discussion of road status list: private vs public
• Consideration of Harbor Plan Committee input for Select Board update
• Other business and member comments

The Roads and Right of Way Committee unanimously approved posting the official list of public and private roads on its website, and also unanimously accepted the November 19, 2024 meeting minutes. The committee discussed the Harbor Plan Update, a new minutes compliance template, and coordination on issues like curb cuts and bike paths, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved posting the official road list on the RROW website (unanimous)
• Accepted November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 5:30 pm (unanimous)

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket Public School Committee meeting will consider several updates and presentations, including federal grant information and vocational program reports. Members will vote on three items: approving a donation of a tennis backboard, adopting the draft NPS 2025‑2026 school calendar, and accepting the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes. Additional agenda items cover transfers, invoices, and upcoming sub‑committee reports.

• Vote to approve the donation of the Tennis Backboard
• Vote to approve the NPS 2025‑2026 School Calendar (Draft 12032024)
• Vote to approve the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Federal Grants by Mellisa Devitt, Director of Curriculum & Assessment for the Humanities
• Update on NHS Vocational Programs by Michael Girvin and other vocational teachers

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider several pending applications, including continuing discussions on minimum‑maintenance cases for 10 New Whale Street and 5 Candle Street. It will ratify an emergency move‑off/demolition for 16 Sheep’s Pond Road (approved 5‑0) and review a new emergency request for 28 Sheep’s Pond Road. The commission will also evaluate consents and consent‑with‑conditions for alterations such as a window change at 19 Austin Locke Way and an addition at 9 Bartlett Road.

• Ratify emergency move‑off/demolition of 16 Sheep’s Pond Road (5‑0 vote)
• New emergency request for 28 Sheep’s Pond Road
• Consent for window change at 19 Austin Locke Way (Cohen Steven Trust)
• Consent with conditions for 9 Bartlett Rd addition – lower plate height
• Consent with conditions for 10 Lewis Ct pool hardscape – pool to remain invisible

The Nantucket Historic District Commission approved numerous applications, including emergency demolition/move-off for two non-contributing structures on Sheep's Pond Road, and various additions, pools, and renovations. Several projects were held for revisions or more information, including a sports court at 79 Pocomo Rd and a new guest house at 42 Shimmo Pond Rd. The commission also continued minimum maintenance cases for 10 New Whale St and 5 Candle St to January 14, 2025.

• Ratified 5-0 vote for move-off/demo at 16 Sheep's Pond Rd
• Approved 5-0 move-off/demo at 28 Sheep's Pond Rd
• Approved 5-0 consent for window change at 19 Austin Locke Wy
• Approved 5-0 consent with conditions for additions/pools at 9 Bartlett Rd, 10 Lewis Ct, 5 Barstow Rd
• Approved 5-0 move-on at 44 Skyline Dr with conditions
• Approved 4-1 fence at 2 Wannacomet Rd with conditions
• Approved 4-1 tennis court at 2 Dukes Rd with visibility condition
• Held 5-0 sports court at 79 Pocomo Rd for additional information

Community Preservation Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Nantucket Community Preservation Committee on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:00 AM was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered, and no decisions or discussions will occur.

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will discuss funding for a project manager at Wiggles Way and a loan extension for Richmond Development. The board will also review 2025 Good Landlord Tax Exemption guidelines and consider several real estate acquisitions in executive session.

• Funding request for Owner's Project Manager at Wiggles Way
• Loan agreement extension request from Richmond Development for Sandpiper I
• 2025 Good Landlord Tax Exemption Guidelines for Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article
• Status update on 66 Pochick Ave house recycling project with $339,160 spent of $560,280 budget
• Executive session to consider property values/purchases at 26 Somerset Road, 41 Jefferson Ave, and other locations

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will approve its agenda and recent meeting minutes, receive status updates on several housing grants, and discuss the 2025 meeting schedule. It will consider funding for a project manager at Wiggles Way, a request from Richmond Development to extend the Sandpiper I loan agreement, and adoption of Good Landlord Tax Exemption Guidelines for 2025. Several potential real‑property transactions at listed addresses are also listed for consideration. The meeting will conclude with an executive‑session review of prior session minutes.

• Funding request for Owner's Project Manager at Wiggles Way – discussion/action
• Richmond Development request to extend Sandpiper I loan agreement – discussion/action
• Good Landlord Tax Exemption Guidelines for 2025 – discussion/action
• Housing Nantucket update on House Recycling Grant for 66 Pochick Ave – status report
• Habitat for Humanity Nantucket update on Waitt Drive Development Project – status report

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust approved $49,000 in additional funding for the Owner's Project Manager at Wiggles Way, bringing the total to $99,000, with a 5-2 vote. The board also approved a three-month extension for Richmond Development's Sandpiper I loan agreement unanimously. The 2025 meeting schedule was kept unchanged, with Penny Dey chairing three meetings. The Good Landlord Tax Exemption guidelines were postponed for further refinement.

• Approved $49,000 for Owner's Project Manager at Wiggles Way (5-2)
• Approved three-month extension for Sandpiper I loan agreement (7-0)
• Kept 2025 meeting schedule unchanged, with Penny Dey as Chair for three meetings
• Postponed Good Landlord Tax Exemption guidelines for further refinement

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Work Group scheduled for Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. was cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The cancellation notice was posted by the Town of Nantucket.

Madaket Area Plan Work Group

The Madaket Area Plan Work Group meeting scheduled for December 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation was posted on December 10, 2024, under posting number T 1152.

• Meeting cancelled
• Original posting date: December 10, 2024
• Original posting number: T 1152

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to decide on special permits and variances for residential renovations and land use. The board will also approve the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Special Permit for renovations and vertical expansion at 8 Bank Street
• Variance to validate a studio/accessory structure at 6 West Dover Street
• Special Permit to convert a garage to a single-family dwelling at 1 South Mill Street
• Special Permits to reduce side yard setbacks at 16 and 18 Williams Street
• Variance to relocate a secondary dwelling and adjust ground cover at 21 Wigwam Road

The Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for renovations at 8 Bank Street, including a vertical expansion within the rear setback, with conditions such as a one-bedroom restriction and construction limits. The board also approved setback reductions for properties at 16 and 18 Williams Street, and a variance for 21 Wigwam Road. A special permit for an AC unit at 29 Jefferson Avenue was denied, and several other applications were continued or withdrawn.

• Approved special permit for 8 Bank Street renovation (5-0) with conditions including one-bedroom restriction
• Approved setback reduction from 10 to 5 feet at 16 Williams Street (4-1)
• Approved setback reduction from 10 to 5 feet at 18 Williams Street (4-1)
• Approved variance for secondary dwelling at 21 Wigwam Road (4-1)
• Denied special permit for AC unit at 29 Jefferson Avenue (5-0)
• Continued Surfside Crossing 40B to December 18, 2024
• Continued South Siasconset Neighborhood Association application to January 9, 2025
• Withdrew variance application for 6 W. Dover Street without prejudice (5-0)

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will interview two finalists for the Executive Director position, John Winter and Rachael Freeman. The commission will discuss which candidate to select as the top candidate. A vote will be taken to offer the position to the chosen candidate.

• Interview finalist John Winter for Executive Director
• Interview finalist Rachael Freeman for Executive Director
• Commission discussion to select top candidate for Executive Director
• Commission vote to offer Executive Director position to top candidate

Capital Program Committee

The committee will continue discussions regarding airport housing and the RORI completion timeline and development. The meeting also includes reviews of outstanding items and updates from the Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup.

• Continued discussion on Airport Housing
• Discussion of RORI completion timeline and development
• Review of outstanding items
• Annual Report and Recommendations Workgroup updates

The Capital Program Committee approved the GSE storage facility at $4.1 million, the dredge plan implementation at $1 million, the Climate Action Plan, and supplemental funding for the Sesachacha Living Pond Shoreline construction. The committee deferred the rescue and firefighting building rehab, document management system, and south apron noise barrier projects, and failed to approve airport employee housing phase two.

• Approved GSE storage facility project at $4.1M (unanimous)
• Approved dredge plan implementation at $1M (unanimous)
• Approved Climate Action Plan project (unanimous)
• Approved Sesachacha Living Pond Shoreline construction supplemental funding (unanimous)
• Deferred rescue and firefighting building rehab project (unanimous)
• Deferred document management system project (unanimous)
• Deferred south apron noise barrier project (4-1)
• Failed to approve airport employee housing phase two (3-2)

Finance Committee

The Nantucket Finance Committee meeting on Dec. 12, 2024 will include a public hearing on the 2025 Annual Town Meeting citizen warrant articles and a discussion of those articles. The committee will also provide a leadership update, review the Third Quarter Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee report, and set the date for the next meeting on Jan. 6, 2025.

• Public Hearing on 2025 Annual Town Meeting Citizen Warrant Articles
• Discussion of 2025 Annual Town Meeting Citizen Warrant Articles
• Finance Committee Leadership Update
• Review of Third Quarter Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee Report
• Date of Next Meeting – Monday, January 6, 2025

The Finance Committee conducted a public hearing on the 2025 annual town meeting articles, including citizen warrant articles on short-term rentals and zoning changes. No votes were taken on the articles; the hearing was for discussion only. The committee also discussed the Our Island Home project, estimated at $100 million, and received updates from subcommittees.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Nantucket Finance Committee will conduct a public hearing on the 2025 Annual Town Meeting citizen warrant articles, followed by a discussion of those articles. The meeting also includes a leadership update, a review of the Third Quarter Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee report, and scheduling of the next meeting. All items are listed on the agenda for the December 12, 2024 meeting.

• Public Hearing on 2025 Annual Town Meeting Citizen Warrant Articles
• Discussion of 2025 Annual Town Meeting Citizen Warrant Articles
• Finance Committee Leadership Update
• Review of Third Quarter Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee Report
• Date of Next Meeting – Monday, January 6, 2025 at 4:00 PM (hybrid)

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commissioners will meet to receive updates on water quality and the sewer force main. The board will discuss the possible 2025 Drought Condition Plan and review personnel or vendor contracts.

• Possible Drought Condition Plan for 2025
• Sewer Force Main update
• Discussion and execution of personnel or vendor contracts
• Mass DEP Sample Schedule and Public Education review
• Lead Letters update

The Nantucket Water Commission met on December 12, 2024, and heard public comments from residents and the Nantucket Land & Water Council regarding PFAS contamination, geothermal wells, and development impacts. The commission reviewed updates on water quality, sewer force main work, lead service letters, and a potential drought plan for 2025. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and informational only.

• Accepted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Deferred review of November 22, 2024 minutes to January meeting
• Adjourned at 9:21 AM (unanimous)

Quad-Council

The Nantucket Joint School Council will receive an update on progress toward its School Improvement Plan goals. Members will review a preliminary budget forecast for fiscal year 2026 and provide input. The meeting will also include a parent and community question‑and‑answer session.

• Update on School Improvement Plan goals (NES‑NIS‑CPS‑NHS)
• Preliminary FY26 budget forecast for the school district
• Parent/Community Q&A session

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review zoning files for seven different addresses. The board will also consider draft minutes from October meetings and a draft of the 2025 meeting schedule.

• ZBA File 29-24: 1 South Mill Street
• ZBA File 30-24: 16 Williams Street
• ZBA File 31-24: 18 Williams Street
• ZBA File 32-24: 21 Wigwam Road
• ZBA File 33-24: 29 Jefferson Avenue

Cemetery Commission

The Nantucket Cemetery Commission will approve minutes from the November 13 meeting and approve lot sales made since that meeting. Commissioners will discuss a plan to inform residents about completed monument work at Newtown and New North cemeteries. Updates will be given on the monument restoration project, the legal status of Newtown Cemetery, and a public showing of a video about the historic Colored Cemetery.

• Approval of minutes from the November 13, 2024 meeting
• Approval of lot sales since the last meeting
• Discussion of a community‑information plan for monument work at Newtown and New North cemeteries
• Monument Restoration Project update for Newtown and New North cemeteries
• Legal status update for Newtown Cemetery

The Nantucket Cemetery Commission approved the sale of three lots at Polpis Cemetery and the minutes from the November 13, 2024 meeting. They discussed a public information plan, monument restoration progress, and a video on the Historic Coloured Cemetery. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved minutes of November 13, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of lot G8 at Polpis to Kerry Flynn (unanimous)
• Approved sale of lots F6 and F7 at Polpis to Ivy and Francis Scricco (unanimous)

NRTA Advisory Board

The NRTA Advisory Board meeting scheduled for December 11, 2024, has been cancelled.

NRTA Advisory Board

The advisory board will approve the July 24, 2024 meeting minutes and hear the administrator’s report on recent ridership growth, the ongoing fare‑free bus pilot, and the planned Wave on Demand on‑demand service funded by a MassDOT grant. The meeting also includes a brief update on the MassDOT Connectivity Grant and other business before adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the July 24, 2024 advisory board meeting
• Report on ridership increase with data for 2023‑2024
• Update on fare‑free bus service (grant, trial Apr‑Sept 2024, extended to Dec 31)
• Introduction of Wave on Demand on‑demand service ($3 per rider per trip, three ADA vans)
• Discussion of MassDOT Connectivity Grant supporting Wave on Demand

Select Board

The Select Board will review the FY 2026 General Fund Budget and discuss potential changes to the form of government. The board is also considering funding and certifications for affordable housing projects.

• FY 2026 General Fund Budget presentation
• Request for additional Affordable Housing Trust funding for projects at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9 and 11 Wiggles Way
• Public hearing on FY 2025 tax allocation by classification and residential exemption
• Request for 2025 Town Meeting warrant article and ballot question regarding change of government
• Review of engagement letter for Zoning Board of Appeals counsel regarding Surfside Crossing, LLC Application 25-24

The Nantucket Select Board approved the FY2025 tax rates with a 170% shift to commercial/industrial/personal property and a 25% residential exemption. It also approved $2.545 million in additional Affordable Housing Trust funding for the Wiggles Way housing project (4-0, one abstention), and voted to proceed with a non-binding warrant article and ballot question on changing the town government. The board also heard a National Grid explanation of the December 7-8 power outage and approved several routine items.

• Approved FY2025 tax rates with 170% shift to commercial/industrial/personal property and 25% residential exemption (all in favor)
• Approved $2.545M additional funding from Affordable Housing Trust for Wiggles Way housing project (4-0, MacNab abstained)
• Approved proceeding with non-binding warrant article and ballot question on change of government (all in favor)
• Approved joinder to MassDocs program for affordable housing projects (all in favor)
• Approved submission of Housing Production Plan certification request to EOHLC (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of Dec 2, 4, 5 meetings and payroll/treasury warrants (all in favor)
• Tabled item on Zoning Board of Appeals special counsel for Surfside Crossing (tabled)
• Heard National Grid report on Dec 7-8 power outage; no formal action taken

Select Board

The Select Board will review the 2026 General Fund budget and continue a public hearing on tax classification. The board will also consider funding for affordable housing projects and a sewer project.

• Public hearing on tax classification for FY 2025
• Approval of payroll and treasury warrants
• Authorization for affordable housing funding
• Review of 2026 General Fund budget
• Update on Third Sewer Force Main Project

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will meet on December 10, 2024 via Zoom. Members will approve the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting. The committee will discuss potential funding mechanisms for coastal resilience projects and refine a list of zoning and land‑use regulation updates to incorporate resiliency. They will also consider which local regulatory entity should handle coastal resiliency and receive reports on recent sunny‑day flooding.

• Approve minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting
• Discuss potential funding mechanisms for coastal resilience projects
• Refine list to update zoning and land‑use regulations for coastal resiliency
• Consider which local regulatory entity should incorporate coastal resiliency
• Receive reports on sunny‑day flooding and other updates

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee discussed funding mechanisms for coastal resilience projects with Town Counsel, including the current $1 million annual allocation and potential future sources. They unanimously approved a motion for Joanna Roche to compose a letter to the Select Board recommending beach permits as an initial funding source. Other items, such as zoning updates and regulatory entity discussions, were deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes for October 22
• Approved motion for Joanna Roche to compose letter to Select Board on beach permit funding (unanimous)
• Deferred zoning and land use regulation updates to January 14 meeting
• Deferred discussion on local regulatory entity for coastal resiliency to January 14 meeting

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will review a list of potential funding mechanisms for coastal resilience projects. It will also discuss a suite of suggested updates to Nantucket’s zoning and land‑use regulations, including adopting the Massachusetts 2020 model floodplain by‑law and the June 2024 Model Floodplain Overlay District with higher standards. Additional proposals include creating special overlay districts and leveraging fees and other revenue sources for resilience work.

• Adopt the Massachusetts 2020 model floodplain by‑law to maintain participation in the National Flood Insurance Program
• Adopt the Model Floodplain Overlay District Zoning Bylaw – Optional Higher Standards (June 2024) with expanded flood hazard overlay and design flood elevations
• Create a Special Coastal Risk Overlay District for Priority Action (2023‑2030) and High Coastal Risk (2023‑2050) areas
• Consider funding options such as a sustainable Land Bank fee, higher beach sticker price, and an increased embarkation fee dedicated to resilience projects
• Explore using Chapter 91 license fees, fines, and proceeds from selling excess sand to fund coastal resilience projects

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to review Marine and Natural Resources reports and discuss a letter advising the Select Board on Vineyard Wind and wind turbines.

• Review Marine Department and Natural Resources reports
• Discuss advisory letter to Select Board on Vineyard Wind
• Public comment on Marine and Natural Resources issues
• Future meetings scheduled for Dec. 17 and Jan. 7

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is meeting to vote on the 2025 meeting schedule and review numerous applications for residential and commercial alterations. The body will discuss a range of requests including new dwellings, sheds, pools, and historic renovations.

• Emergency action regarding 16 Sheep’s Pond Road for the Nantucket Health Department
• New dwelling applications for 17 Pilgrim Rd, 77 Easton St, and 22R Evergreen Way
• New garage applications for 7A Clifford St, 32 Flintlock Rd, and 9 Miller
• Pool and hardscape requests for 16 Deer Run Rd, 8 Nickanoose Way, and 38 Burnell St
• Town of Nantucket requests to move buildings at 43 Sherburne Comm and 5/7 Hillside Ave

The Historic District Commission approved an emergency action to move or demolish the structure at 16 Sheep's Pond Road, contingent on ratification at the next meeting. The commission also approved numerous consent items, including new dwellings, sheds, and renovations, with some conditions. Several applications were held for site visits or revisions, including a tennis court at 2 Dukes Road and a pool house at 1 North Swift Rock Road.

• Approved emergency move/demolition at 16 Sheep's Pond Road (5-0)
• Approved 2025 HDC meeting schedule (5-0)
• Closed 29 Fair Street minimum maintenance case (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda 12/03/24 except items 5 and 8 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda 12/10/24 (5-0)
• Approved consent with conditions 12/03/24 excluding item 11 (5-0)
• Approved consent with conditions 12/10/24 excluding items 5 and 6 (4-0)
• Held 2 Dukes Road tennis court for site visit (4-0)

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will meet to review quarterly updates, approve on-call road grading service contracts, and discuss the relocation of barns at 7 Nobadeer Farm Road and 6 Wesco Place. The body will also adopt the annual 'M' exemption amount and review executive session minutes related to ongoing litigation.

• Approval of On-Call Road Grading Services Contracts
• 7 Nobadeer Farm Road – NRSA Design Review
• 125 Somerset Road – Barn Move to Miacomet Golf Course Discussion
• 6 Wesco Place Easement – Barn Move Update
• Annual 'M' Exemption Amount - Adoption

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will consider a slate of applications for alterations, additions, and new construction within the district. Items include a commercial nursing facility at 43 Sherburne Commons, several residential additions and hardscape projects, and various color or material changes. The commission will vote on each application and discuss any required conditions.

• 43 Sherburne Commons commercial nursing facility (application and plan set)
• 57 Eel Point Rd pergola
• 31 Daffodil Ln new dwelling
• 104 Cliff Rd new fence
• 18 Killdeer Lane bulkhead

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will review and approve the agenda, draft minutes from 11/12/24 and 11/25/24, and the 11/20/2024 warrant. It will discuss pending leases and contracts listed in Exhibit 1 and provide updates on several airport projects. A public hearing on rates and charges is proposed for January 14, 2025. The meeting also includes tenant alteration applications and an executive session on litigation matters.

• Approve agenda, draft minutes (11/12/24, 11/25/24) and warrant (11/20/2024)
• Review pending leases/contracts referenced in Exhibit 1
• Project updates: South Apron Ramp Expansion, PFAS investigation, Crew Quarters, Terminal Optimization
• Proposed rates and charges public hearing scheduled for Jan 14, 2025
• Tenant alteration applications: G.J. Smith, Inc. (061124-08) and Island Road Materials (121024-01)

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission approved a lease amendment, a legal services agreement, and a contract extension as presented in Exhibit 1. The commission also adopted the draft minutes from previous meetings and ratified the November 20 warrants. No public comments were made, and the meeting moved into executive session to discuss litigation.

• Approved Hagedorn Aviation Lease Amendment No. 1 for Hangar No. 10 (3-0)
• Approved Anderson and Kriger Legal Services Letter of Agreement for 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Contract Amendment No. 2 with Robert B. Ours extending term to June 30, 2025 (3-0)
• Adopted 11/12/24 and 11/25/24 draft minutes by unanimous consent
• Ratified 11/20/24 warrants by unanimous roll call vote (3-0)
• Moved to executive session to discuss litigation and PFAS legal strategy (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold announcements, review several licensing renewal requests, and conduct public hearings on new licenses and a special event permit. Items include a change‑of‑officers request for The Sankaty Head Golf Club license and a utility petition to relocate a pole on Milestone Road. The most notable agenda item is the public hearing to consider a special event permit for the Nantucket Wine & Food Festival at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road, scheduled for May 14‑18, 2025.

• Introduction of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Coordinator in the Culture and Tourism Department
• Change of Officers application for the annual all‑alcoholic beverages club license for The Sankaty Head Golf Club, 100 Sankaty Road
• Renewal of multiple annual licensing categories (common victualler, local entertainment, rental car agencies, etc.)
• Public hearing for a new common victualler with annual farmer‑brewer pouring license for Brew Pub, LLC at One Cherry Street
• Public hearing to consider a special event permit for the Nantucket Wine & Food Festival, May 14‑18, 2025, Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road

The Nantucket Select Board denied a new common victualler and farmer-brewer pouring license for Brew Pub, LLC at One Cherry Street, citing concerns about location, traffic, parking, and neighborhood opposition. The board also approved several routine license renewals, set the seasonal population at 45,000, and approved utility petitions and a special event permit for the Nantucket Wine & Food Festival.

• Denied new liquor license for Brew Pub, LLC at One Cherry Street (4-0, Fee recused)
• Approved change of officers for Sankaty Head Golf Club liquor license (5-0)
• Renewed all annual business licenses (common victualler, entertainment, rental car, etc.) (5-0)
• Renewed all annual liquor licenses except White Heron Theatre (5-0)
• Set seasonal population at 45,000 for liquor license quota (5-0)
• Approved public assembly permit for Nantucket Wine & Food Festival at Bartlett's Farm (5-0)
• Approved National Grid utility pole relocation on Milestone Road to Polpis Road (5-0)
• Approved National Grid conduit installation on Morey Lane (5-0)

Select Board

The board will consider several licensing petitions, including a new common victualler with farmer‑brewer pouring license and a non‑live entertainment license for Brew Pub, LLC at One Cherry Street, as well as a special event permit for the Nantucket Wine & Food Festival at Bartlett Farm. It will also review utility relocation petitions from National Grid and Nantucket Electric Company, and a change‑of‑officers request for the Sankaty Head Golf Club’s annual all‑alcoholic beverages club license. Additional agenda items include announcements and renewal of existing licensing categories.

• Change of Officers request for Sankaty Head Golf Club’s annual all‑alcoholic beverages club license (100 Sankaty Road).
• Public hearing for new common victualler with farmer‑brewer pouring license for Brew Pub, LLC (One Cherry Street).
• Public hearing for new non‑live entertainment license for Brew Pub, LLC (One Cherry Street).
• Public hearing for special event permit for Nantucket Wine & Food Festival, May 14‑18 2025 (33 Bartlett Farm Road).
• Utility petitions to relocate pole and underground conduit on Milestone Road and to install a handhole on Morey Lane.

Harbor Plan Update Committee

The Harbor Plan Update Committee will approve its agenda and note that there are no minutes to approve. Members will receive an overview of the draft harbor plan and instructions on how to review it and submit comments. The committee will discuss next steps, including continued review of the draft plan by the committee.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes (no minutes to approve)
• Overview of draft Harbor Plan
• How to review and provide comments on draft plan
• Discuss next steps for committee review of draft plan

The Nantucket and Madaket Harbors Action Plan Update Committee met but took no formal votes on substantive items. Members discussed how to review the draft plan, agreeing to use Track Changes and to consider combining overlapping sections. The next meeting was scheduled for Jan. 6, 2025. The meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Agenda not approved
• Minutes not approved (not ready)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan. 6, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Nantucket Cultural Council

The Nantucket Cultural Council meeting scheduled for Monday, December 9, 2024 at 4:00 pm was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The meeting was to be held via Zoom.

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board will review a Master Plan update and draft zoning articles. It will consider applications for second dwellings, garage apartments, and tertiary dwellings at specific addresses. The board will also hear public hearing items and administrative matters such as minutes and future meeting dates.

• Master Plan Update
• Draft Zoning Articles
• Second Dwelling applications – 4 East Lincoln Avenue; 224 Polpis Road; 4 Sophie’s Way
• Garage Apartment application – 100 Wauwinet Road
• Public Hearings – 73 & 75 Fairgrounds Road; 21 Amelia Drive; 19 & 23 Nobadeer Farm Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings for various residential projects and review applications for secondary and tertiary dwellings. The board is also reviewing a Master Plan update and several After Neighborhood Record (ANR) plans.

• Master Plan update
• Secondary dwelling applications for 4 East Lincoln, 224 Polpis Road, and 4 Sophies Way
• Tertiary dwelling application for 9 Correia Lane
• Garage apartment application for 100 Wauwinet Road
• Public hearings for properties including 19, 21, 23 Nobadeer Farm Road and 62, 64 Sankaty Road

The Nantucket Planning Board approved several major projects, including the new Our Island Home nursing facility, a 24-hour gym at 60-62 Old South Road, and a boat storage special permit at 33 Bartlett Farm Road (4-1). The Board also approved numerous dwelling and ANR applications, continued several public hearings, and scheduled January public hearings for draft zoning articles.

• Approved Our Island Home/Sherburne Commons project (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour gym at 60-62 Old South Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved boat storage special permit at 33 Bartlett Farm Road (4-1)
• Approved Great Harbor Yacht Club Tennis and Swim Center (unanimous)
• Approved 6 secondary, garage, and tertiary dwellings (unanimous)
• Approved 4 ANRs, deferred 1 to public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved release of performance surety for 21 Amelia Drive (unanimous)
• Continued 6A Marble Way and 20 Shell Street hearings to next meeting (unanimous)

Real Estate Assessment Committee

The Real Estate Assessment Committee will review and recommend the conveyance of six Town-owned 'Yard Sale' parcels on Folger Road to various private entities. The committee will also review plans for unconstructed ways on Bank Avenue.

• Parcel A: $14,221.20 to 18 Sherburne Turnpike Nominee Trust
• Parcel B: $11,533.20 to 2 Folger Road Nominee Trust
• Parcel C: $3,894.00 to 4 Hamblin Associates, LLC
• Parcel D: $10,214.40 to Rhack, LLC
• Parcel E: $10,710.00 to One Folger Road LLC

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will meet to conduct a preliminary screening of airport candidates. The commission will also enter an executive session to consider or interview employment applicants.

• Preliminary screening of airport candidates (Item 120624-01)
• Executive session to consider or interview employment applicants

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission met on December 6, 2024, and took one substantive action: it voted unanimously to enter executive session to consider or interview applicants for employment. No other decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Adopted the agenda (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to screen airport candidates (5-0)

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will meet to review and deliberate on RORI. The body will also discuss a preliminary recommendation list for the Town Administrator.

• RORI review and deliberation
• Preliminary recommendation list for Town Admin

The Capital Program Committee unanimously approved moving the Tom Nevers bike path project to the approved projects list. The committee debated the $96 million Island Home project and the $6 million airport housing proposal, but took no final action on them, agreeing to review further at the next meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for December 12 at 2 PM.

• Approved moving Tom Nevers bike path to approved projects (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket County Conservation Commission will consider a series of Notices of Intent for properties across the island. Items include applications for 59-83 Baxter Road, 123 Cliff Road, 196 Hummock Pond Road, and several others. The commission will also review related supplemental information and enforcement documents.

• NOI 59-83 Baxter Road
• NOI 123 Cliff Road
• NOI 196 Hummock Pond Road
• NOI 41 and 43 Sparks Avenue
• RDA 9 Pond Road

The Nantucket Conservation Commission held a hybrid meeting on December 5, 2024, and took action on multiple wetland permit applications. It approved Orders of Conditions for five projects, including 123 Cliff Road, 11 Oak Hollow Lane, 170 Cliff Road, 35 Meadow View Drive, and 6 Swain Street, all with conditions and waivers. The commission also issued a Certificate of Compliance for 36 Washing Pond Rd with an ongoing condition, and continued 15 other hearings to later dates, including several to December 19, 2024. A special meeting for the Sconset Bluff Preservation Fund was scheduled for January 15, 2025.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 123 Cliff Road (6-0, Turcotte recused)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 11 Oak Hollow Lane (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 170 Cliff Road (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 35 Meadow View Drive (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 6 Swain Street (6-0, Turcotte recused)
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for 36 Washing Pond Rd with ongoing condition 19 (7-0)
• Continued 15 hearings to December 19, 2024
• Scheduled special meeting for Sconset Bluff Preservation Fund for January 15, 2025

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on 21 Notices of Intent for site development and review Orders of Conditions for 20 projects. The meeting will be held in hybrid format at the Community Room, 4 Fairgrounds Road.

• Public hearing on 21 Notices of Intent for site development
• Review of Orders of Conditions for 20 projects
• Meeting held in hybrid format at 4 Fairgrounds Road
• Approval of minutes and monitoring reports
• Reports from CRAC, CPC, NP&EDC, and Harbor Plan committees

The Nantucket Conservation Commission approved five Orders of Conditions for projects at 123 Cliff Road, 11 Oak Hollow Lane, 170 Cliff Road, 35 Meadow View Drive, and 6 Swain Street, all with conditions and waivers. The commission also issued a positive determination for 9 Pond Road and a certificate of compliance for 36 Washing Pond Rd. Fifteen other hearings were continued to later dates, mostly December 19, 2024, due to missing information or the need for site visits.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 123 Cliff Road (6-0, Turcotte recused)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 11 Oak Hollow Lane (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 170 Cliff Road (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 35 Meadow View Drive (7-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 6 Swain Street (6-0, Turcotte recused)
• Issued positive determination for 9 Pond Road (7-0)
• Issued certificate of compliance for 36 Washing Pond Rd (7-0)
• Continued 15 hearings to December 19, 2024

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission Executive Director Search Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and conduct an executive session. The committee will consider or interview applicants for employment.

• Approval of minutes from 9-18-24 and 10-7/24
• Executive session to consider or interview applicants for the Executive Director position

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will hold an executive session to approve minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting and to discuss several legal strategies. Topics include threatened litigation against Vineyard Wind and GE Vernova for wind turbine failure cost recovery, a possible appeal of BOEM’s approval of SouthCoast Wind, and the purchase or lease of properties at 20 Pine Grove Road and Ames Avenue. The board will also review strategy for the Becky’s Bronco’s, LLC case.

• Approve executive session minutes of November 7, 2024
• Discuss strategy for threatened litigation against Vineyard Wind and GE Vernova
• Discuss strategy to consider an appeal of BOEM’s approval of SouthCoast Wind
• Consider purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property at 20 Pine Grove Road
• Consider purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property at Ames Avenue (Assessor’s Map 60.2.4, Parcel 63.2)

The Nantucket Select Board voted unanimously to adjourn to executive session, not returning to open session, to discuss litigation strategy, property matters, and approve prior executive session minutes. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Adjourned to executive session for litigation strategy and property discussions (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on the Sconset Bluff Preservation Trust parcel located at 41-119 Baxter Road (SE48-3736). The meeting also includes a period for public comment, followed by commissioner comments and administrator/staff reports.

• Public hearing – Sconset Bluff Preservation Trust, 41-119 Baxter Road (SE48-3736)
• Public comment period
• Commissioner’s comments
• Administrator/Staff reports

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission continued the public hearing for the Sconset Bluff Preservation Fund project at 41-119 Baxter Road to December 5, 2024. No final decision was made; the commission discussed waivers, walkable beach measurements, and sand replacement, and directed staff to refine the order of conditions.

• Continued Sconset Bluff Preservation Fund hearing to Dec. 5 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to elect a new secretary and discuss a Ten Taxpayer Group application for a new nursing home on Nantucket. The body will also receive reports on human services, Saltmarsh activities, and Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands.

• Election of new COA Secretary
• Ten Taxpayer Group for Determination of Need Application for a new nursing home on Nantucket
• Report on Human Services
• Report on Saltmarsh activities
• Report on Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct public hearings regarding sewer user fees, commercial landfill fees, and the 2025 residential tax exemption. The board will also consider requests for workforce housing projects at 6 Fairgrounds Road and review several town contracts.

• Public hearing on increasing sewer user, monthly flat, and quarterly flat fees
• Public hearing to amend the Commercial Landfill Fee Schedule
• Request for approval of commitment letters and land development extension for workforce housing at 6 Fairgrounds Road
• Contract for Weston & Sampson for new Public Works facility design development: $1,132,250
• Purchase agreement with New England Kenworth for a replacement dump truck: $249,411.63

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on proposed increases to sewer user fees, changes to the commercial landfill fee schedule, and the tax allocation for the FY 2025 residential exemption. The board will also approve minutes, payroll and treasury warrants, and pending contracts listed in Exhibit 1. Additional items include approval of draft commitment letters and an extension for the Ticcoma Green Workforce Housing Rental Project at 6 Fairgrounds Road, and acceptance of gifts for Human Services and the Natural Resources Department.

• Public hearing to consider increasing monthly and quarterly sewer user fees
• Public hearing to consider amending the commercial landfill fee schedule
• Public hearing to determine FY 2025 residential tax exemption percentage
• Approval of pending contracts, e.g., $1,132,250 for Public Works facility design and $55,249.05 for three blowers at Surfside WWTP
• Approval of draft commitment letters and extension for Ticcoma Green Workforce Housing Rental Project at 6 Fairgrounds Road

Town Council Study Committee

The Town Council Study Committee will meet on Dec 4, 2024 to discuss its upcoming work. Members will identify key tasks for the committee for January‑May 2025. The committee will consider a “sense of” Town Meeting and Ballot vote on the council form of government. They will also discuss next steps for voter outreach and education.

• Key tasks for the Committee over January – May 2025
• “Sense of” Town Meeting and Ballot votes: Yes or no?
• Next steps for voter outreach/education regarding Town Council form of government

The committee discussed whether to pursue a non-binding 'Sense of the Meeting Vote' at the 2025 Annual Town Meeting or on the ballot, with members divided on the risks and benefits. No formal decision was made, but the committee agreed to continue public outreach and to consult with Sarah Alger on procedural questions. The committee also approved the agenda and amended minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved 12/4 agenda (majority vote)
• Adopted amended 11/30 minutes including Libby's comment (majority vote)
• Tabled decision on 'Sense of the Meeting Vote' format
• Agreed to reach out to Sarah Alger on procedural questions
• Agreed to discuss council compensation at a future meeting

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will vote on school improvement plans for NES, NIS, CPS, and NHS. The body will also consider updates to the School District Wellness Program and personnel policies. Discussions include student enrollment and the proposed FY26 school calendar.

• Vote on 2024-2025 School Improvement Plans for NES, NIS, CPS, and NHS
• Donation of $1,250.00 from Gillies Plumbing & Heating Inc. for NHS Spanish Club
• Fundraising checks from Hayward Photography totaling $7,697.78 across four schools
• Updates to Policy ADF (School District Wellness Program) and G Policies (Personnel)
• Donation of $200.00 from The Seagrille to CPS News

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing a large volume of old and new business items. The body is considering applications for new dwellings, additions, demolitions, and hardscape changes across various residential and commercial properties.

• New dwelling applications for 11 Jonathan Wy, 7 Moors End, and 2 L Street
• Proposed solar roof at 26 New St
• Relocation of a boat house at 256 Polpis Road
• Demolition and move-off requests for 1 Cliff Ln and 77 Easton St
• Commercial review for 65 67 Old South Rd

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and discuss several housing initiatives. Items include a closing‑cost assistance application for a dwelling at 7 Sandpiper Place, the Good Landlord Tax Exemption Guidelines for 2025, and a vote on draft commitment letters to HallKeen Management for a workforce housing rental project at 6 Fairgrounds Road. The meeting also features announcements about two RFPs for vacant Trust lots and a lottery for 12 income‑restricted units at Gooseberry Place in Meadows II.

• Release of two Requests for Proposals for affordable housing on Trust‑owned vacant lots (see town procurement page)
• Lottery applications for 12 income‑restricted rental units at Gooseberry Place, Meadows II (deadline Dec 9, lottery Jan 9, 2025)
• Review and approval of closing‑cost assistance for Ilkania Acosta at 7 Sandpiper Place
• Review and approval of Good Landlord Tax Exemption Guidelines for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting warrant article
• Vote on draft commitment letters to HallKeen Management for the workforce housing rental project at 6 Fairgrounds Road

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will discuss a closing cost assistance application and guidelines for a Good Landlord Tax Exemption for the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The body will also vote on commitment letters for a workforce housing project and review real estate acquisitions in executive session.

• Closing cost assistance application for 7 Sandpiper Place
• Good Landlord Tax Exemption Guidelines for 2025 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article
• Commitment letters for workforce housing rental project at 6 Fairgrounds Road
• Executive session regarding real property at 10 Parker Lane and 55 Fairgrounds Road
• Executive session regarding real property at 18-26 Sparks Avenue and 1-11 Wiggles Way

Agricultural Commission

The Nantucket Agricultural Commission will approve the minutes from its May 16, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will introduce a range of topics including a student project, the annual agriculture report, and community involvement initiatives. The meeting will include public comment and other business before adjourning.

• WPI student project CARAT
• Annual Agriculture report
• Deer donation
• Procedure for getting a budget
• Updates on deer reduction, 4H Club, composting, water catchment buckets, 61A

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will continue discussions regarding airport housing. The committee will also review and deliberate on RORI.

• Continued discussion on Airport Housing
• Review and deliberation of RORI

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will meet to discuss dredge modifications for bay scallops and a submerged boat wreckage off Monomoy. The board will also review draft minutes and a draft annual town report.

• Discussion of bay scallop dredge modifications
• Discussion of submerged boat wreckage off Monomoy
• Review of draft minutes from Nov. 19, 2024
• Discussion of a draft HSAB annual Town report
• Public comment on Marine and Natural Resources Department reports

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss historic street lights and the Ralph Lauren store light at 16 Main Street. The body is reviewing a large volume of applications for new dwellings, garages, pools, and demolitions across the district.

• Discussion of historic street lights and the glassless street light at 16 Main Street
• New dwelling applications for 25 N Pasture, 6 Honeysuckle Dr, 4 Honeysuckle Dr, 2 Honeysuckle Dr, and 7 Brewster Rd
• Demolition and move requests for 3 Manatook Way, 16 Walsh St, and 1 Cliff Lane
• New garage applications for 1 N Swift Rock, 42 Shimmo Pond Rd, and 7 N Pasture
• Pool and hardscape reviews for 69 Hummock Pond Rd, 45B Vestal Street, and 3 Reeds Way

Harbor Plan Update Committee

The Harbor Plan Update Committee is meeting to provide an overview of a draft plan. The committee will discuss how to review the document and provide comments.

• Overview of draft plan
• Instructions for providing comments on the draft plan

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board. The agenda lists a presentation of the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan key findings and possible safety solutions. No formal decisions are noted; the commission will discuss the plan's recommendations.

• Presentation of Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan key findings and possible safety solutions

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will hold a joint meeting with the Nantucket Planning and Economic Development Commission. The agenda includes a presentation of the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan key findings and possible safety solutions. No formal decisions are listed; the board is expected to discuss the plan.

• Presentation of Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan key findings and possible safety solutions

Select Board

The Select Board held a joint meeting with the Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission and the Transportation Planning Organization to present the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Comprehensive Safety Action Plan findings. Staff shared crash analysis, community feedback, and potential safety countermeasures for high‑injury locations. The board discussed polling results, possible countermeasures, and next steps for community involvement.

• Presentation of SS4A Safety Action Plan key findings
• Review of crash analysis and typing results
• Polling members on specific locations and countermeasure options
• Discussion of potential safety countermeasures for high‑injury sites
• Outline of next steps and schedule for further involvement

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 26, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions will be discussed.

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will discuss 2025 rates, budgets, and tournament schedules for Sconset and Miacomet golf courses. The body will also review property management items and personnel updates regarding the Executive Director search.

• 2025 Proposed Golf Rates
• 2025 Draft Budget Review for Sconset and Miacomet Golf Courses
• Design review for Washington Street/Francis Street Beach Improvement
• Request to install holiday lobster pot tree at 17 Commercial Wharf
• Approval to adopt written designer selection procedures

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to decide on the purchase of 8C Thirty Acres. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss real property at Wiggles Way.

• Action to approve the purchase and closing of 8C Thirty Acres
• Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, and 11 Wiggles Way (formerly 31 Fairgrounds Road)

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket Public School Committee will hold an open session to approve the agenda. The meeting will then move to an organizational session to assign members to the School Committee and its task forces for fiscal year 2025. No other business items are listed.

• Approval of meeting agenda
• Organizational session to assign School Committee members for FY25
• Organizational session to assign Task Force members for FY25

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will meet to establish a screening committee for the Airport Manager position. The commission will also review pending leases and contracts listed in the meeting's exhibits.

• Establishment of Airport Manager Screening Committee
• Review of pending leases and contracts (Exhibit 1)

Advisory Committee of Non-voting Taxpayers

The Advisory Committee of Non‑Voting Taxpayers will first approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 5, 2024 meeting, provided a quorum is present. Members will discuss and prioritize current issues of concern for nonresident taxpayers and receive updates from the Town Council Study Committee and on the Master Plan input sessions. The committee will also review the proposed 2025 Citizens Articles for the Annual Town Meeting.

• Approval of agenda (if quorum present)
• Approval of October 5, 2024 meeting minutes (if quorum present)
• Review and prioritization of current issues for nonresident taxpayers
• Update on Town Council Study Committee (Donna Martino/Pam Suan)
• Review of proposed ATM 2025 Citizens Articles

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commissioners will meet to discuss water quality and Mass DEP sample schedules. The board will also review potential drought conditions and personnel or vendor contracts.

• Review of Water Quality & Mass DEP Sample Schedule
• Discussion of possible drought conditions
• Discussion, amendment, and execution of personnel or vendor contracts

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Work Group will discuss the Francis Street Beach Improvement Project, including an updated timeline and confirmation of virtual community workshop dates. Topics include stormwater capacity assumptions, preliminary design concepts, and site constraints. The group will also set the schedule for future meetings, with the next meeting slated for December 20, 2024.

• Updated project timeline for Francis Street Beach Improvement
• Confirmation of virtual community workshop dates and times
• Discussion of stormwater capacity and design assumptions
• Review of preliminary concept alternatives
• Scheduling of next meeting on December 20, 2024

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Working Group will present the updated project schedule and timeline for the Francis Street Beach Improvement Project. Members will discuss stormwater capacity, site‑visit findings, and two preliminary concept alternatives, seeking direction on design choices. The meeting will also confirm virtual community workshop dates (evening Jan 14 and morning Jan 15) and outline next steps in the design and permitting process.

• Presentation and discussion of two preliminary concept alternatives for the Francis Street Beach Improvement Project
• Confirmation of virtual community workshop dates: evening Tuesday Jan 14 and morning Wednesday Jan 15
• Review of stormwater capacity assumptions and potential future system modifications
• Summary of site‑visit takeaways on coastal flooding, traffic, and stormwater management
• Update of project timeline covering site investigations, pre‑permitting, basis of design, and cost estimates

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health will record the meeting, approve the minutes, and hear public comment. It will consider online sharing of private well PFAS results and a betterment loan program for a sewer connection at 10A Field Ave. The board will also review several septic system and camp variance requests at various properties.

• Online sharing of private well PFAS results
• 10A Field Ave – Betterment loan program for sewer connection
• 3 Pops Lane – Chapter 303 Madaket Harbor Watershed variances
• 63 New Siasconset Road – Variance request for shared septic system
• 8 Bank Street – Septic variance request

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review draft minutes from October and consider several variance requests for septic systems and camps, including properties on Field Avenue, Pops Lane, and New Siasconset Road.

• Review draft minutes from October 17 and 24
• Field Avenue septic to sewer loan
• Pops Lane variance request for Madaket Harbor Watershed setbacks
• New Siasconset Road variance request determination
• Nantucket Island Surf School camp variance request

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The committee will approve the meeting agenda and adopt draft minutes from October 19 2023 and August 15 2024. Members will elect a chair, vice‑chair and secretary. The group will receive updates from the state Cannabis Control Commission and set the date for the next meeting. Public comments will be accepted on items not on the agenda.

• Approve meeting agenda
• Adopt draft minutes for October 19 2023 and August 15 2024
• Elect officers: chair, vice‑chair, secretary
• Receive updates from the Cannabis Control Commission
• Schedule next meeting (tentatively December 19 2024)

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will review the FY26 capital funding requests for housing and for additional sewer projects. Members will also conduct a review and deliberation of the RORI (Rate of Return on Investment) analysis. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as approval of the agenda, public comment, and committee reports.

• FY26 Capital Requests: Housing
• FY26 Additional Capital Requests: Sewer
• RORI Review and Deliberation

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to review various Notice of Intent (NOI) applications and other conservation filings. The body will also discuss updates to commission procedures and bylaws and an enforcement update for 63 Baxter Road.

• Notice of Intent filings for 59-83 Baxter Road, 181/181R/171R Hummock Pond Road, and 10/16 Ocean Avenue
• Notice of Intent for Lily Park improvements and Lily Pond wetland restoration
• Notice of Intent filings for 47 Crooked Lane, 19 Medouie Creek Road, and 42/28 Shimmo Pond Road
• Notice of Intent filings for 103 Washington Street, 3 Pops Lane, 33 Cliff Road, and 123 Cliff Road
• Review of Commission Procedures and Bylaw updates

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for various Notices of Intent and amended Orders of Conditions. The body will also discuss potential adoption of a 2025 meeting schedule and a commission procedure update.

• Notices of Intent for Lily Pond Park Improvements and Wetland Restoration by Nantucket Islands Land Bank
• Notice of Intent for 10 & 16 Ocean Avenue (The Summer House Of Nantucket Realty Trust)
• Notice of Intent for 123 Cliff Road (123 Cliff Road Nominee Trust)
• Potential enforcement actions regarding 63 Baxter Road
• Wetlands Bylaw Update for Town Meeting

Council for Human Services

The Nantucket Council for Human Services meeting on November 21, 2024 will establish quorum, approve minutes from September 26 and October 7, and review several reports. Items include a review of the CRC process and grant submissions, a consultants report from October 7, and a director’s report. The board will discuss community concerns about transportation off the island for specialty medical care and immigration resources. The meeting will end with other business and set the next meeting date.

• Review of CRC process and overview of grant submissions
• Review of consultants report from 10/7/24
• Human Services Director report
• Discussion of off‑island transportation for specialty medical care
• Discussion of immigration resources on the island

Nantucket Intermediate School Council

The Nantucket Intermediate School Council will review the minutes from its October meeting, receive an update on School Council Goal Action 1, discuss the Handbook Highlights Project—including content, format, and distribution steps—and set dates for meetings for the remainder of the year.

• Review of minutes from October meeting
• Update on School Council Goal Action 1
• Handbook Highlights Project: review section summary, format, and distribution steps
• Determine dates for meetings this year

Parks and Recreation Commission

The scheduled Parks and Recreation Commission meeting for November 21, 2024 has been cancelled. No agenda items were posted. Consequently, no decisions or discussions will take place at this time.

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to discuss housing developments and zoning amendments. The body will review a proposal for 13 and 13A Woodland Drive and a purchase and sale agreement for 8C Thirty Acres.

• Discussion of housing development proposal at 13 and 13A Woodland Drive
• Request for approval of Purchase and Sale Agreement for 8C Thirty Acres
• Review of draft commitment letter for Ticcoma Green Project at 6 Fairgrounds Road
• Discussion of Good Landlord Tax Exemption Guidelines for Annual Town Meeting
• Discussion of draft Zoning Bylaw Amendment regarding Cottage Communities

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet on November 20, 2024 via Zoom. The meeting will include routine administrative actions such as establishing quorum and approving the agenda and minutes. The committee will discuss the status of a path stop sign removal, a proposed bylaw amendment concerning path speed limits and three‑bike class regulations, and driveway access at 62/64 Sankaty Road. Public and committee comments will also be heard before adjournment.

• Status update on removal of a path stop sign
• Proposed bylaw amendment to set path speed limits and define three bike classes
• Discussion of driveway access at 62/64 Sankaty Road

County Commission

The County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider an Order of Taking by eminent domain for five parcels on Ames Avenue. This action is intended to update road layouts and support future coastal resilience planning.

• Public hearing for Order of Taking by eminent domain of Parcels 1-5 on Ames Avenue (Plan No. 2024-7)
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of payroll and treasury warrants for October and November 2024

County Commission

The County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider an order of taking by eminent domain for portions of Ames Avenue. The body will also review payroll and treasury warrants and minutes from September 2024.

• Public hearing on eminent domain of portions of Ames Avenue (Plan No. 2024-7)
• Approval of payroll and treasury warrants for October and November 2024
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket Public School Committee meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024 was cancelled. Because the meeting was cancelled, no agenda items were considered or decided. The agenda listed only procedural items for an organizational session, but none will be acted upon.

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a request to increase the commercial bay scallop bushel limit from five to six bushels for the remainder of the 2024-2025 season. The board will also review the FY 2026 proposed capital projects and potential mitigation measures for SouthCoast Wind.

• Request to increase commercial bay scallop bushel limit from five to six bushels
• Review of draft commitment letter for Ticcoma Green project at 6 Fairgrounds Road
• Approval of purchase and sale agreement for town-owned parcels at Ames Avenue (Lots 35 and 36)
• Request to modify sewer connection and capacity fee waivers for 10 Field Avenue
• Incoming grant of $5,700 from Massachusetts Cultural Council for local artists

Select Board

The Select Board will review the agenda, announcements, and public comment. New business includes a request from the Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board to increase the commercial bay scallop bushel limit from five to six bushels for the remainder of the 2024‑2025 season. The board will also approve pending contracts and warrants, including several purchase agreements and professional services contracts with specified dollar amounts. Additional items include a housing office request to modify sewer fee waivers, review of a draft commitment for the Ticcoma Green project, and approval of a real‑estate purchase of two town‑owned parcels on Ames Avenue.

• Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board request to raise commercial bay scallop limit to six bushels for 2024‑2025 season
• Purchase & Installation Agreement with O’Brien & Sons for $177,334.10 to replace play structures at Tom Nevers Playground
• Purchase Agreement with Ocean State Forklift for $12,000 for a replacement forklift for Police, Marine & Fire Departments
• Purchase Agreement with McGovern MHQ, Inc. for $142,790.48 for a replacement Ford F550 roll‑off truck for Solid Waste
• Residential lease for Kevin Marshall at 20 Miacomet Avenue for $102,000 for employee housing

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to continue a public hearing on a 40B comprehensive permit for a 156-condominium project at Surfside Crossing. The board will also approve the October 17, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Public hearing continued for Surfside Crossing 40B permit
• Approval of October 17, 2024, ZBA minutes
• ZBA regular meeting scheduled for December 12, 2024
• ZBA special meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024
• ZBA regular meeting scheduled for January 9, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals will consider the Superior Court Remand Decision and the Housing Appeals Committee Remand Order. It will also review associated exhibits, engineering reviews, and letters received on several dates. No specific actions or approvals are listed in the agenda.

• Review Superior Court Remand Decision (PDF)
• Review Housing Appeals Committee Remand Order (PDF)
• Consider Tipping Point record of overruled objection to HAC proposed remand order (00137037XED6F8) (PDF)
• Examine Chessia Engineering Review (PDF) and related SSX engineering requests (PDF)
• Read letters received on 09.05.2024, 10.17.2024, and 11.20.2024 (PDFs)

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will hold a public forum to discuss mitigation measures for the SouthCoast Wind offshore wind project. The agenda includes an introduction to the project, an overview of the permitting process, and a presentation of the mitigation proposal from BOEM and SouthCoast Wind. Residents will be invited to comment on the mitigation proposal and suggest alternatives. No formal decisions are indicated for this meeting.

• Public forum on mitigation measures for SouthCoast Wind offshore wind project
• Presentation of SouthCoast Wind project details and permitting process
• Discussion of mitigation proposal from BOEM and SouthCoast Wind
• Public comment on mitigation proposal and suggested alternatives

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will hold a public forum to gather input on mitigation measures for the SouthCoast Wind offshore wind project. The agenda includes an introduction to the project, an overview of the permitting process, and a presentation of the mitigation proposal from BOEM and SouthCoast Wind. Attendees may provide comments and suggest alternatives to the proposed mitigation measures. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Public forum on mitigation measures for SouthCoast Wind offshore wind project
• Introduction of SouthCoast Wind project details and permitting overview
• Presentation of BOEM and SouthCoast Wind mitigation proposal
• Public comment and input on mitigation proposal and alternatives
• Adjournment

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will discuss a development proposal for Woodland Drive and a draft zoning bylaw amendment for cottage communities. The body will also review a commitment letter for the Ticcoma Green project and a purchase agreement for 8C Thirty Acres.

• Proposal for housing development at 13 and 13A Woodland Drive
• Purchase and Sale Agreement for 8C Thirty Acres
• Draft commitment letter for Ticcoma Green Project at 6 Fairgrounds Road
• Draft Zoning Bylaw Amendment regarding Cottage Community
• Good Landlord Tax Exemption Guidelines for Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article

Agricultural Commission

The Nantucket Agricultural Commission will meet on Nov 19, 2024 to review several pending items. Commissioners will introduce and discuss topics such as the WPI student project CARAT, the annual agriculture report, deer donation plans, and updates on previous initiatives like deer reduction and composting. The agenda also includes a public comment period and any other business the commission wishes to raise.

• WPI student project CARAT
• Annual agriculture report
• Deer donation proposal
• Updates on deer reduction, 4H Club, composting, water catchment bucket, 61A
• Discussion of procedure for obtaining a budget

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will meet to conduct a post-election tabulation session. The session focuses on specific mail-in and overseas ballots from the November 5, 2024 State Election.

• Tabulation of November 5, 2024 State Election ballots returned by mail and received by November 8, 2024
• Counting of Uniformed & Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act ballots
• Counting of Federal Written-in Absentee Ballots

Golf Capital Workgroup

The Golf Capital Workgroup will meet on Nov. 19, 2024 at the Miacomet Golf Course conference room. Members will discuss capital equipment purchases and various capital improvements for the Miacomet Golf Course and the Sconset Golf Course. The meeting will also include approval of the November 20, 2023 minutes.

• Discussion of capital equipment purchases for Miacomet Golf Course
• Discussion of various capital improvements for Miacomet Golf Course
• Discussion of capital equipment purchases for Sconset Golf Course
• Discussion of various capital improvements for Sconset Golf Course
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2023

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will review reports from the Marine and Natural Resources Departments, consider a draft letter to the Select Board, and discuss advisory input on Vineyard Wind. New business includes discussion of commercial bay scalloping bushel limits, possible modifications to bay scallop dredging, and a submerged boat wreckage hazard off Monomoy. Public comment periods are scheduled for marine and natural resources topics and for other issues at the end of the meeting.

• Commercial bay scalloping bushel limits – Discussion
• Bay scallop dredge modifications – Discussion
• Submerged boat wreckage/hazard off Monomoy – Discussion
• Draft letter to Select Board requesting participation in HSAB matters – Draft
• Advisory to Select Board on Vineyard Wind and wind turbines – Discussion

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission meeting on November 19, 2024 will discuss attending a Select Board public forum to provide input on mitigation measures for the Southcoast Wind offshore wind project. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Attend Select Board public forum for input on mitigation measures for Southcoast Wind offshore wind project

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission meeting will consider two violation notices for minimum maintenance under Chapter 124-13 at 10 New Whale Street and 5 Candle Street. The agenda also lists numerous old‑business applications for revisions, new dwellings, and hardscape permits that may be reviewed. A public forum on mitigation measures for the SouthCoast Wind offshore project is scheduled during the meeting.

• 10 New Whale Street – Minimum Maintenance violation notice (Ch. 124-13)
• 5 Candle Street – Minimum Maintenance violation notice (Ch. 124-13)
• 20 N Pasture Ln – Main House revision (44/86) – old business
• 6 Honeysuckle Dr – New dwelling application (68/888) – old business
• 7 Brewster Rd – New dwelling application (54/286) – old business

Historic District Commission

The Commission is reviewing a large volume of old and new business applications for residential alterations. Discussions focus on new dwellings, pool installations, and structural modifications across various properties.

• New dwelling applications for 8 Red Mill, 75 Fairgrounds, 32 Cannonbury Ln, 33 Cliff Road, and 7 Brewster Rd
• Demolition and relocation requests for 88 Pocomo and 3 Manatook Way
• Pool and hardscape reviews for 8 Red Mill, 69 Hummock Pond, and 4-6 Honeysuckle Dr
• Sash color and roof material changes for 10-12 Davkim residential duplex and storage facility
• New dwelling and garage applications for 2, 4, and 6 Honeysuckle Dr

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will join the Select Board’s public forum to hear community input on mitigation measures for the Southcoast Wind offshore wind project. The commission’s role is to gather information and perspectives that may affect historic resources. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Attend Select Board public forum on mitigation measures for Southcoast Wind offshore wind project

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding encroachment and access and conduct a review of the encroachment policy. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from October 15, 2024.

• Encroachment and access update from Real Estate Specialist Tracey MacDonald
• Encroachment policy review

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the town's encroachment policy and receive a status report on road access. The meeting follows previous discussions regarding public safety hazards and private obstructions on public ways.

• Review of the Town of Nantucket Encroachment Policy
• Encroachment and access update from Real Estate Specialist Tracey MacDonald
• Approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes

Nantucket Cultural Council

The Nantucket Cultural Council will review the FY25 Local Cultural Council Grant Panel Book and award funds to proposed projects. The meeting will also include approval of September minutes and a public comment period.

• Approval of September 16, 2024 minutes
• Review of FY25 MCC Local Cultural Council Grant Panel Book
• Awarding funds for proposed projects
• FY25 Meeting Schedule
• Public Comment

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will review the status of the roundabout on Nobadeer Farm Road and consider steps for a short‑term turning‑lane project. The meeting will also include an update on the Director of Planning review process, a review of proposed enabling legislation with possible votes, and discussion of the 2025 meeting schedule and Town Area Plan. Committee reports from various advisory groups will be presented.

• Discussion of Nobadeer Farm Road improvements – roundabout status and short‑term turning‑lane project
• Proposed enabling legislation review – votes may be taken
• Update on Director of Planning review process
• 2025 meeting schedule planning
• Town Area Plan discussion

Select Board

The Select Board will convene to consider utility relocation petitions, including a continued public hearing for a Verizon and National Grid project on Easton Street and a request to continue another project on Milestone Road.

• Public hearing: Relocate JO Pole 5/22 on Easton Street
• Public hearing: Relocate Pole 1 on Milestone Road to Polpis Road
• Request to continue public hearing for Milestone Road project
• Meeting held via Zoom webinar
• Meeting date: November 18, 2024

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to consider a joint utility petition from Verizon New England Inc. and Nantucket Electric Company. The petition seeks to move joint‑owned pole 5/22 on the southerly side of Easton Street about 40 feet west to accommodate a driveway redesign. This item continues from five prior meetings held earlier in 2024. No board recommendation is noted at this time.

• Relocation of JO pole 5/22 on Easton Street ~40 ft west of current location
• Petition submitted by Verizon New England Inc. & Nantucket Electric Company
• Public hearing scheduled as part of the November 18, 2024 meeting
• Abutter notifications sent; two‑week notice posted in I&M
• Contractor must obtain required town permits, including street opening and blocking permits

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will meet on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 131 Pleasant Street (hybrid format). Members will hear public comment, staff updates, and reports on ongoing survey projects. The agenda includes discussion of a Certified Local Government memorandum, maintenance requirements for contributing structures at 10 New Whale Street, 5 Candle Street, and 29 Fair Street, and an archaeology review of the Surfside Crossing site. Additional items cover upcoming webinars, the FY 2024 annual report, and commission goals.

• Commission discussion: minimum maintenance of contributing structures (Town Code ch. 124-13) – 10 New Whale Street, 5 Candle Street, 29 Fair Street
• Surfside Crossing archaeology discussion
• Certified Local Government Memorandum of Understanding
• FY 2023 Request for Qualifications status
• Community Preservation Commission funded West Monomoy survey kickoff (Nov 16, 10 am–4 pm at 27 York St)

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission meeting will review the draft Memorandum of Understanding with the Historic District Commission that outlines each commission's independent duties and collaboration as a Certified Local Government. Members will also consider minimum maintenance requirements for several contributing historic structures. Additional agenda items include updates on surveys, qualifications, and upcoming webinars.

• Review of the Certified Local Government Memorandum of Understanding between the Historical Commission and the Historic District Commission
• Discussion of minimum maintenance for contributing structures at 10 New Whale Street, 5 Candle Street, and 29 Fair Street
• Community Preservation Commission‑funded West Monomoy survey kickoff event on November 16, 10 am–4 pm at 27 York St
• Status update on the FY 2023 Request for Qualifications
• Announcement of Massachusetts Historical Commission webinars on November 19 and December 9

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The commission will meet via Zoom to conduct a session including an ongoing discussion on enabling legislation. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Discussion on enabling legislation

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates to GIS tree mapping. The agenda includes specific updates for trees at several town locations.

• GIS Tree Mapping update for 10 Back St. Elm
• GIS Tree Mapping update for 126 Main St. Elm
• GIS Tree Mapping update for Hooper Farm Rd. Tree Replacements
• GIS Tree Mapping update for 43A Union St. regarding Select Board HDC Hearing

Community Preservation Committee

The Nantucket Community Preservation Committee will review fund requisitions and discuss multiple project proposals. Items include historic preservation projects, affordable housing funding, and open‑space improvements. The agenda lists a $10,000,000 bonding request for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund as a key item.

• $10,000,000 bonding request for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund (Affordable Housing)
• $2,336,900 for ReMain 58 LLC on behalf of the Folger Block Condominium Trust (Historic Preservation)
• $1,020,970 for St. Paul’s church restoration and safety upgrades (Historic Preservation)
• $568,430 for Nantucket Island School of Design & The Arts Sea View Farm Art Center preservation (Historic Preservation)
• $1,000,000 for Nantucket Racquet Sports Association campus expansion (Open Space)

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will meet on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 5:00 PM in a hybrid format at 131 Pleasant Street and via Zoom. The commission will discuss and may adopt updated policies and procedures for its operations. The meeting will end with adjournment.

• Discussion and potential adoption of Nantucket Conservation Commission policies and procedures

Cyrus Peirce Middle School

The CPS School Council will meet on November 14, 2024 at Nantucket High School. The meeting agenda includes discussion of the upcoming parent‑teacher conferences on December 11, applied learning programs, CPS core values, and Q&A sessions with student representatives and parents/community members. No formal decisions are listed; the items appear to be informational and discussion points.

• Parent‑Teacher Conferences scheduled for 12/11/24
• Applied Learning initiatives
• CPS Core Values review
• Student Representative Q&A
• Parent/Community Q&A

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will hold an organizational meeting. Commissioners will discuss efficient and effective use of meeting time, preparedness, and related materials. Additional discussion of the Surfside Crossing architectural review will be considered. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Organizational discussion on efficient/effective use of time and meeting preparation
• Additional discussion of the Surfside Crossing architectural review
• Call to order, roll call, and adoption of the agenda

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commissioners will hold their regular meeting to review reports, receive updates from the director, and consider any personnel or vendor contract changes. Items include a review of the October 10, 2024 minutes, production, billing and rainfall reports, and infrastructure updates such as tank maintenance and sewer main work. Public comment is also scheduled before adjournment.

• Review of minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting
• Production, billing and rainfall reports
• Director’s updates: Mass DEP sample schedule, tank maintenance, sewer force main, and main extensions
• Discussion, amendment and execution of any personnel or vendor contracts
• Public comment

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board will discuss the Surfside Crossing project, review applications for second and tertiary dwellings, and consider several amendment requests. It will hold public hearings on a series of development proposals, including the Great Harbor Tennis and Swim Center and other site-specific projects. The board will also consider a zoning bylaw amendment for the Cottage Community, a zoning map change at 23 Airport Road, and a contract amendment for a Master Plan update with Barret Planning Group LLC.

• Public hearing – Great Harbor Tennis and Swim Center, 19 & 23 Nobadeer Farm Road
• Public hearing – BOVF, LLC, 33 Bartlett Farm Road
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment: Cottage Community
• Zoning Map Change: 23 Airport Road
• Contract amendment – Master Plan update with Barret Planning Group LLC

Planning Board

The Nantucket County Planning Board will review secondary dwelling applications for 10 Silver Street, 69 Hummock Pond Road, and 332 Madaket Road, as well as a tertiary dwelling application for 65 Polpis Road. It will also consider ANR applications for 10 Oak Hollow Road, 6, 8, and 10 Marble Way, 3 Masaquet Avenue, and 114 Orange Street. Several public hearings are scheduled for sites including 13 and 15 Nancy Ann Lane, 19, 21, 23 Nobadeer Farm Road, and others. A contract amendment for the Master Plan Community Engagement and a draft cottage community proposal will also be discussed.

• Secondary dwelling applications – 10 Silver Street, 69 Hummock Pond Road, 332 Madaket Road
• Tertiary dwelling application – 65 Polpis Road
• ANR applications – 10 Oak Hollow Road; 6, 8, 10 Marble Way; 3 Masaquet Avenue; 114 Orange Street
• Public hearings – multiple sites (e.g., 13 & 15 Nancy Ann Lane, 19‑23 Nobadeer Farm Road, 62 & 64 Sankaty Road, 21 Pilgrim Road, 73 & 75 Fairgrounds Road, 60 & 62 Old South Road, 33 Bartlett Farm Road, 10 Oak Hollow Road, Our Island Home, 8 & 10 Marble Way, 103 Washington Street)
• Contract amendment – Master Plan Community Engagement; Draft Cottage Community proposal

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several special permit applications, including demolition and new construction at 43 West Miacomet Road and 51 West Miacomet Road. It will also hear a variance request for a studio/accessory structure at 6 West Dover Street and a renovation permit for 8 Bank Street. A withdrawal request without prejudice for 1 Blue Flag Path & 8 Blazing Star Road will be addressed, and the board will set future meeting dates.

• Special Permit – 43 West Miacomet Road: demo existing house, build new dwelling, shed, and pool (Moorlands Management District) – old business continued
• Special Permit – 51 West Miacomet Road: demo existing house, build new dwelling, shed, and pool (Moorlands Management District) – new business
• Variance request – 6 West Dover Street: validate studio/accessory structure location in Residential Old Historic district
• Special Permit – 8 Bank Street: renovate single‑family dwelling with vertical rear‑yard expansion in Sconset Old Historic district
• Withdrawal without prejudice – Rugged Scott, LLC for 1 Blue Flag Path & 8 Blazing Star Road

Cemetery Commission

The commission will consider approving the sale of lot G-5 and will review updates on several cemetery projects. Topics include the legal status of Newtown Cemetery, a monument restoration project at Newtown and New North Cemeteries, and maintenance work such as fencing, brush removal, and mapping at Polpis Cemetery. The meeting will also include public comments and approval of the October 9, 2024 minutes.

• Approval of lot G-5 sale
• Monument Restoration Project at Newtown and New North Cemeteries to begin this fall
• Legal status update for Newtown Cemetery with recorded survey
• Fencing and brush removal at New and Old North Cemeteries
• Corner markers and new map for Polpis Cemetery

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is holding a joint meeting with the Nantucket Select Board. The body will present and discuss the HDC Organizational Assessment.

• Presentation and discussion of the HDC Organizational Assessment

Nantucket Housing Authority

The board will discuss the FY25 operating budget for the State-Aided Housing Program 4001 covering the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. It will also consider payroll and bill roll matters, approve the minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting, review a subsidy agreement for the EOHLC covering July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029, and consider a vehicle purchase. The Executive Director will give a report, and other committee updates will be heard.

• FY25 operating budget presentation for State-Aided Housing Program 4001
• Bill roll/payroll signing of warrant for November 2024
• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2024 meeting
• EOHLC subsidy agreement effective 7/1/2025 – 6/30/2029
• NHA vehicle purchase

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss changes to Enabling Legislation. These changes are intended to be presented at the Annual Town Meeting.

• Discussion of Enabling Legislation changes for the Annual Town Meeting

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will consider and vote on several financial items, including a grant anticipation note of $875,000 for Chapter 90 projects and payroll and treasury warrants. The board will also review a noise‑bylaw waiver request for a new water service at 26 Washington Street and a request for independent counsel for a Surfside Crossing zoning application. A public hearing will be held on the Historic District Commission’s appeal regarding a pool height increase at 2 Mariner Way.

• Approve Grant Anticipation Note (GAN) of $875,000 for various Chapter 90 projects
• Approve payroll warrant for November 10, 2024 and treasury warrant for November 13, 2024
• Waiver of Town Noise Bylaw for new water service at 26 Washington Street (Nov 20‑21, 2024)
• Public hearing on Historic District Commission appeal of pool height at 2 Mariner Way
• Request for independent special counsel for Surfside Crossing, LLC application 25‑24

Select Board

The Select Board will review a request for an $875,000 Grant Anticipation Note for Chapter 90 projects and hold a public hearing regarding a pool height appeal. The board will also discuss operational costs for the proposed Our Island Home facility and a noise bylaw waiver for 26 Washington Street.

• Request for $875,000 Grant Anticipation Note (GAN) for Chapter 90 projects
• Public hearing on appeal by Doherty ACK LLC regarding pool height at 2 Mariner Way
• Request for noise bylaw waiver for water service connection at 26 Washington Street (Nov 20-21)
• Review of operational cost projections for proposed Our Island Home facility
• Request for independent special counsel for Zoning Board of Appeals application 25-24 (Surfside Crossing, LLC)

Historic District Commission

The Commission is reviewing a large volume of new and old business items regarding residential modifications. The agenda consists primarily of requests for certificates of appropriateness for sheds, pools, additions, and exterior color changes.

• New dwelling proposals for 74 Madaket, 33 Cliff Road, 11 Bluet, and 7 Moors End
• Shed and cabana requests for 6 Woodland Dr, 6A Silver St, 15 Marsh Hawk Lane, and 9 Grove Lane
• Pool and hardscape projects at 4 and 6 Mariner Way, 45B Vestal St, and 171 Polpis
• Roof replacements and color changes at 20 Western Ave, 51 Morey, and 58 Fairgrounds
• Solar installation review for 104 Surfside and 35 Centre St

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will review pending leases and contracts, receive updates on several airport projects, and discuss a proposed public hearing on rates and charges to be held on January 14, 2025. The meeting will also include a finance report covering the first‑quarter report, the Airport Capital Improvement Plan, and FY26 capital project updates. An executive session will address litigation strategy related to a Walsh case and PFAS claims.

• South Apron Ramp Expansion Project update (noise wall and general progress)
• PFAS (Per‑and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) investigation update
• Crew Quarters Project status
• Re‑addressing the dormitory property from 10 Sun Island Rd. to 10 Nobadeer Farm Rd.
• Rates and Charges public hearing proposed for January 14, 2025

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will approve the October 8, 2024 minutes and review its third quarterly report. It will refine suggestions for adding coastal resiliency provisions to the town zoning bylaw and vote on a member to collaborate with an internal group on the proposed bylaw update. The committee will also discuss whether to cancel the November 26, 2024 meeting and hear reports from related town bodies.

• Approve minutes from the October 8, 2024 meeting
• Review and approve the committee’s 3rd quarterly report
• Refine suggestions to incorporate coastal resiliency into the zoning bylaw
• Vote on a committee member to work with an internal group on the proposed zoning bylaw update
• Discuss cancelling the next meeting scheduled for November 26, 2024

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will discuss a series of recommendations to amend Nantucket’s zoning by‑law to incorporate coastal‑resilience provisions. Topics include adopting the Massachusetts 2020 model floodplain by‑law, expanding the Flood Hazard Overlay District, and creating special permits for high‑risk areas. The committee will also review project updates such as the Francis St. Beach Improvement and Easy St. Flood Mitigation designs, and explore funding mechanisms for resilience projects.

• Francis St. Beach Improvement Project – moving from pre‑design to schematic design (Nov‑Mar)
• Presentation of five concept design alternatives for the Easy St. Flood Mitigation Project
• Funding ideas: sustainable fee, beach‑sticker surcharge, resilience fund, grants, betterments
• Zoning by‑law suggestions: adopt MA 2020 model floodplain, expand FHOD, special permits for critical facilities, increase minimum lot size, create a Special Coastal Risk Overlay District
• Input to the Nantucket Harbors Action Plan update – reviewing draft and adding CRAC recommendations

Community Preservation Committee

The Nantucket Community Preservation Committee will first confirm a quorum, approve the agenda, and adopt the minutes from the October 16 meeting. It will then deliberate a series of historic preservation projects totaling over $4 million, discuss affordable‑housing initiatives including a $380,000 rental assistance program and a $10 million bonding request for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, and consider two open‑space projects. All items are presented for the committee’s decision or recommendation.

• $10,000,000 bonding request for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund (Affordable Housing)
• $2,336,900 ReMain 58 LLC project for the Folger Block Condominium Trust (Historic Preservation)
• $1,020,970 restoration and safety upgrades for St. Paul’s church (Historic Preservation)
• $1,000,000 campus expansion for Nantucket Racquet Sports Association (Open Space)
• $380,000 rental assistance program by Nantucket Interfaith Council (Affordable Housing)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will begin with a comment from the chair about an upcoming organizational meeting. It will then discuss and vote on three items: a Minimum Maintenance violation notice for 29 Fair Street (Ch. 12‑13), a pending review of Skyline Road LLC’s cabana at 6 Woodland Drive, and approval of a new shed for Barbara Henderson at 6A Silver Street. Additional items are listed for view‑only or consent without discussion.

• 29 Fair Street – Minimum Maintenance violation notice (Ch. 12‑13)
• Skyline Road LLC – Cabana at 6 Woodland Drive, motion to hold pending further review
• Henderson, Barbara – New shed at 6A Silver Street, approved with Exhibit A
• Reitman – Shed at 8 Jackson St (permit 73.1.3)
• Bell, Leanne – Addition at 34 Chuck Hollow Rd (permit 75/67)

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will review agricultural and property management updates, including projects at Hummock Pond Road and Francis Street. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss real estate negotiations and three specific court cases.

• Washashore Farm 3-5 Year Plan and fencing update for 160/168 Hummock Pond Road
• Use request for 2025 Half Marathon at Smooth Hummocks
• Memorial bench requests for 174 Orange Street and Washington Street
• Litigation strategy for Petrel Landing/17 Commercial Street, 6 Wesco Place, and Easy Street Park
• Approval of cash disbursements and 2016 Refunding Bond semi-annual payment

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket Public School Committee will consider budget updates and policy changes. Presentations will include a preliminary FY26 school‑calendar forecast and a first‑quarter budget report. The committee will vote on two student field trips and on removing five personnel policies recommended by MASCrecommendation. Minutes from recent workshop meetings will also be approved.

• Vote to approve the Grade 5 Outdoor Classroom field trip, Yarmouthport, MA, April 15‑17 2025
• Vote to approve the NHS Diversity and Spanish Club multicultural field trip to Boston, November 22‑23 2024
• Presentation of Preliminary Annual Budget Forecast by CFO Martin Anguelov
• Presentation of First Quarter Budget Report by CFO Martin Anguelov
• Vote to remove five personnel policies per MASCrecommendation

Visitor Services Advisory Committee

The Visitor Services Advisory Committee will meet remotely via Zoom on November 12, 2024. The agenda includes a welcome, approval of the October 8 minutes, and reports on the economic impact of travel, the director, and the visitor services coordinator. Agenda protocol and public comment will also be addressed.

• Approval of October 8 minutes
• Economic Impact of Travel Report
• Director’s Report
• Visitor Services Coordinator’s Report
• Agenda Protocol/Public Comment

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will approve minutes from previous meetings, then examine the review process for Human Services and Substance Misuse grants. It will distribute grant materials for review, set a calendar for applicant interviews and deliberations, and discuss next steps for the Raeftelis Study, including joint meetings with the Select Board Representative, Council for Human Services, and Central Review Committee. Public comment and other business will also be addressed.

• Approve minutes from 9/27/2024, 10/07/2024, 10/18/2024
• Review process for Human Services and Substance Misuse grant review
• Distribute Human Services and Substance Misuse grants for review
• Establish calendar for grant review, applicant interviews and deliberations
• Discuss Raeftelis Study and plan joint meetings with relevant boards

Madaket Area Plan Work Group

The Madaket Area Plan Workgroup will meet to discuss transportation issues affecting Madaket. The session includes a presentation by Transportation Program Manager Mike Burns and potential discussions on natural resources, economic development, and services.

• Discussion of Chapter 8 - Circulation – Transportation
• Discussion of Chapter 5 – Natural and Cultural Resources
• Discussion of Chapter 4 – Economic Development
• Discussion of Chapter 7 – Services & Facilities

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Work Group will approve minutes from four prior meetings and receive an update on the Francis Street Improvement Project timeline. Members will discuss design variables and the project's design character and language, and consider future meeting schedules.

• Approval of minutes from June 21, 2024; June 27, 2024; July 12, 2024; August 23, 2024
• Update on Francis Street Improvement Project timeline
• Discussion of design variables for the Francis Street Improvement Project
• Discussion of design character and language for the Francis Street Improvement Project
• Discussion of future meeting schedules

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Working Group will review the Francis Street Beach Improvement Project, presenting an updated timeline and seeking community input on design variables, character, and language. The group will also discuss the schedule for upcoming design reviews, a virtual community workshop in early January, and related meeting dates.

• Updated project timeline covering site investigations, pre‑permitting meetings, design documents, and cost estimates
• Discussion of design variables, character, and language to be presented to the community
• Review of concept alternatives such as elevated flood‑risk intervention, storm‑water management, and an ADA‑accessible pathway from Washington Street to the beach
• Scheduling of future meetings, including a November 22 design review and a virtual community workshop in the week of January 13
• Presentation of a preliminary benefit‑cost analysis and schematic design cost estimate

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust is meeting to conduct general business and enter an executive session. The board will consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of specific real property.

• Executive session regarding 1,2,3,4,5,7,9,11 Wiggles Way (formerly 31 Fairgrounds Road)

Capital Program Committee

The Nantucket Capital Program Committee meeting on November 7, 2024 will open with standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and agenda approval. The committee will conduct a review and deliberation of the RORI (Report of Recommended Items). The meeting will also include public comment, committee reports, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of Agenda
• Public Comment
• RORI Review and Deliberation
• Committee Reports

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is reviewing various Notices of Intent (NOI) for residential and trust properties. The body will also discuss improvements and wetland restoration at Lily Pond Park. One enforcement order for 2 Brocks Court is included in the documents.

• NOI for Lily Pond Park improvements and wetland restoration
• NOI for Madaket Land Trust properties
• Enforcement order for 2 Brocks Court
• NOI for 59-83 Baxter Road
• NOI for 181, 181R, and 171R Hummock Pond Road

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission meeting on November 7, 2024 will hold a public hearing on a list of applications, including notices of intent, amended orders of conditions, minor modifications, certificates of compliance, and orders of conditions for various properties and trusts. The commission will also address public comments, approve minutes, review monitoring reports, discuss enforcement actions, and receive staff reports. Additional business includes updates on the Harbor Plan, offshore wind work, and other agency reports.

• Order of Conditions – Waterfront Pocomo, LLC, 17 Lauretta Lane
• Order of Conditions – Squam Partners, LLC, 89 Squam Road
• Notice of Intent – Sconset Beach Preservation Fund, 59‑83 Baxter Road
• Minor Modification – 39 Monomoy Road LLC, 39 Monomoy Road
• Certificate of Compliance – Jenn Sankaty Lighthouse Trust, 37 Sankaty Head Road

Nantucket Elementary School Council

The Nantucket Elementary School Council will review and approve the minutes from the October 3 meeting. It will discuss the principal's goals for the 2024‑25 school year. The council will consider budget directives and NES recommendations for the 2025‑26 fiscal year. The meeting will also set the date for the next joint council CPS Cafe meeting on December 12.

• Review and approve minutes from 10/3/24
• Principal Goals for 2024‑25
• Budget discussion – directives and NES recommendations for FY 2025‑26
• Next joint council CPS Cafe meeting scheduled for 12/12/24
• For the Good of the Order (procedural item)

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board and the Planning and Economic Development Committee to discuss the current status of the town's Master Plan. Topics include how the Master Plan aligns with the Select Board's Strategic Plan, the implementation of the 2019 PLUS Operations Review, and updates on Nobadeer Farm Road improvements, a Transportation Improvement Program, and bike path signage. The board will also consider ideas to improve collaboration among the groups.

• Status of the town Master Plan
• Coordination of the Master Plan with the Select Board Strategic Plan
• Status of recommendation/implementation of the 2019 PLUS Operations Review
• Nobadeer Farm Road improvements, Transportation Improvement Program, and bike path signs
• Ideas to improve collaboration among planning, select board, and economic development committees

The joint NP&EDC and Planning Board meeting was largely a discussion session with no formal votes or decisions. Topics included the status of the Master Plan, coordination with the Select Board's Strategic Plan, and a review of the 2019 PLUS Ops recommendations. Members discussed the need for more public engagement, potential funding for the Master Plan contract, and improvements to inter-board coordination and enforcement. The meeting adjourned without taking any formal action.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Discussed scheduling next meeting topics including government structure, coordination, communications, and enforcement

Select Board

The Select Board/County Commissioners will meet in executive session to discuss legal strategies regarding wind energy projects. The board will also consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of several specific real estate properties.

• Litigation strategy and settlement for cost recovery from Vineyard Wind and GE Vernova
• Potential appeal of BOEM's approval of SouthCoast Wind
• Real property considerations for 16 Milestone Road, Ticcoma Green/6 Fairgrounds Road, and 8C Thirty Acres
• Real property considerations for 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, and 11 Wiggles Way
• Real property considerations for 10 Parker Lane, 55 Fairgrounds Road, 6 Union Street, 31 Dartmouth Street, 20 Pine Grove Road, Ames Avenue, and 40 Sherburne Commons Lane

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to receive reports on senior services and community activities. The agenda includes guest speakers from the Nantucket Commission on Disability and summaries of recent senior-focused events.

• Guest presentations by Mickey Rowland and Brenda McDonough of the Nantucket Commission on Disability
• Summary of the Senior Expo
• Report on Human Services by Jerico Mele
• Report on Saltmarsh activities
• Report on Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will consider approvals for minutes, payroll and treasury warrants, and a series of pending contracts. It will also address gift acceptances, a request to hire an independent firm to review the African Meeting House vandalism investigation, a school committee vacancy appointment, and a short‑term rental registration policy. The Town Manager will report on the FY 2026 capital projects, solid waste facility RFP, and the master plan update.

• Approve purchase of a 2026 fire truck for $1,042,969 (New England Fire Equipment & Apparatus Corp.)
• Approve $225,000 purchase of a response vessel (Marine Helen H Offshore Fishing Corp.)
• Approve $586,304 engineering services for improvements to four municipal parking lots (McClure Engineering Co.)
• Approve up to $100,000 snow‑plowing contract for FY 25 (Barrett Enterprises, LLC)
• Select independent firm to review African Meeting House vandalism investigation (per Article 36)

Town Council Study Committee

The Town Council Study Committee will meet to continue discussions on Section 8 of the Draft Charter. This section focuses on resident participation measures and is led by the Collins Center.

• Discussion of Draft Charter Section 8 regarding resident participation measures

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission’s organizational meeting scheduled for November 6, 2024 was cancelled. As a result, no agenda items were considered or decided at this time.

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will consider approval of payroll and treasury warrants, minutes from recent meetings, and a slate of pending contracts covering fire equipment, road work, and professional services. The board will also accept gifts for Human Services and the Department of Public Works, select an independent firm to investigate African Meeting House vandalism, and appoint a member to fill a School Committee vacancy. Additional items include a review of the short‑term rental registration policy and updates on transit service changes and FY 2026 capital projects.

• Approval of pending contracts, including a $1,042,969 fire truck purchase and a $225,000 emergency response vessel
• Approval of payroll warrants (Oct 27 2024) and treasury warrants (Oct 30 2024, Nov 6 2024)
• Gift acceptances for Human Services (Saltmarsh Senior Center) and Department of Public Works
• Selection of an independent firm to review African Meeting House vandalism investigation per Article 36
• Appointment to fill School Committee vacancy (term expires at 2025 Annual Town Election)

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will meet on Nov. 5, 2024 via Zoom. The board will review and update shellfish regulations, discuss an advisory to the Select Board regarding Vineyard Wind and offshore wind projects, and consider a draft letter requesting the Select Board’s participation in HSAB matters. Additional items include reports from the Marine and Natural Resources Departments and public comment periods. The meeting will conclude with a recap and scheduling of future meetings.

• Continued review and update of shellfish regulations
• Discussion of advisory to Select Board on Vineyard Wind and offshore wind
• Draft letter to Select Board requesting participation in HSAB matters
• General Marine Department report
• General Natural Resources Department report

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss a large volume of old and new business applications. The body will review requests for new dwellings, roof replacements, and hardscaping across various Nantucket properties.

• New dwelling applications for 32 Cannonbury Ln, 1 Lowell Place, 6 Celtic Dr, 5 Meader St, 74 Madaket Rd, and 33 Cliff Rd
• Solar roof and shingle requests for 35 Center St and 26 Arlington
• ADA lift addition at 4 N Water St
• Demolition and move request for 66/192 at 8 Golf View Dr
• Multiple renovation requests for 85 Orange St including a dormer, guest house, and additions

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider a series of old‑business items, including the Primrose Gate project at 3 Primrose Lane, and several new‑business applications such as a new dwelling at 1 Lowell Place. The meeting agenda lists multiple PDF submissions for each item, indicating they will be discussed and potentially approved. No decisions are recorded in the agenda itself.

• Primrose Gate – design review for 3 Primrose Lane (multiple PDFs)
• 12A Pequot Detached Garage – old business submission
• 35 Centre St Solar – held for view (old business)
• 4 Mariner Pool – old business documents
• 1 Lowell Place New Dwelling – new business submission

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket Public School Committee will meet to review evidence for the superintendent's evaluation. The session is a workshop open to the public but will not include a forum for public comment.

• Superintendent's performance evaluation evidence
• Workshop session open to the public
• No public comment or discussion forum

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust board will hold an executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of real property at 31 Fairgrounds Road and at 6 Fairgrounds Road. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, public comments, board comments, and other business. The next meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2024.

• Executive session: consider purchase, exchange, lease, or value of 31 Fairgrounds Road
• Executive session: consider purchase, exchange, lease, or value of 6 Fairgrounds Road
• Approval of agenda (action item)
• Public comments on items not listed on the agenda
• Board comments and other business

Commission on Disability

The Nantucket Commission on Disability will adopt its meeting agenda, approve the Open Session minutes from March 14, 2024, and elect officers. The session will also address any unfinished business, consider new business items, and provide announcements before adjourning.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve Open Session minutes for March 14, 2024
• Elections of officers
• Unfinished business
• New business

Town Council Study Committee

The committee will review FAQs from two public forums and edit the responses for posting on the TCSC website. It will set meeting dates for the remainder of 2024 and into 2025. A Collins Center presentation will address citizen access and participation in Town Council meetings. The group will also discuss possible changes to the Town Manager role and board appointment processes under the Town Council form.

• Review FAQs from two public forums and update responses for the website
• Determine meeting dates for 2024 and 2025
• Collins Center presentation on citizen access and participation in Town Council meetings (Alternative A)
• Discussion with Town Manager about changes to the Town Manager role and board appointment processes (Alternative B)

Historic District Commission

The commission will discuss an article from the Nantucket Water & Land Council, view a citizen complaint about minimum maintenance on 29 Fair Street (no discussion), and vote on a series of consent applications for roof replacements, new dwellings, and other alterations. It will also review consents with conditions, approve several wall and window sign proposals, and address old and new business items such as move‑on permits and demolition requests.

• Roof replacement consent for Pedestrian LLC at 35 Union St
• New dwelling consent for Salvador Aguilar at 72 Cato Ln
• New dormitory consent for Sankaty Golf Club at 100 Sankaty Rd
• Wall sign approval for Cape Cod 5 Savings Bank at 112 Pleasant St
• Wall sign approval for NIR Retail LLC at ZERO Main St

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee is meeting to conduct an interview with Kathy Richen regarding a committee vacancy.

• Interview of Kathy Richen for School Committee vacancy

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will discuss 2024 MCAS achievement and accountability. The body will also deliberate on interviews and vote to recommend a candidate for the open school committee seat to the Board of Selectmen.

• 2024 MCAS Achievement & Accountability discussion
• Vote to recommend a candidate for the open school committee seat

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council will meet to discuss new business regarding sign applications. The body is reviewing requests for wall and window signs at two specific locations.

• Wall sign (hours) revision for Cape Cod 5 Savings Bank at 112 Plesant St
• Wall sign revision for NIR Retail LLC (CC5) at Zero Main St
• Window sign (hours) for NIR Retail LLC (CC5) at Zero Main St

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing a large volume of applications for residential and commercial property changes. These include requests for new dwellings, demolitions, and exterior renovations across various Nantucket addresses.

• New dwelling applications for 1 Lowell Place, 5 Meader, 74 Madaket, and 33 Cliff Road
• Demolition requests for 3 Pochick (cabana and shed), 23 New St (chimney), and 8 Golfview
• Signage revisions for 112 Pleasant St and Zero Main St
• New construction of a guest house and garage at 42 Shimmo Pond Road
• Solar package proposal for 28 Rugged Road

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will first establish a quorum, then approve the agenda, minutes, and fund requisitions, including $29,747.80 for Nantucket Interfaith in FY24 and $1,370.20 in FY25. The meeting will discuss a $9,500 digitization project for Civil War veterans’ documents, an $85,450 drainage implementation plan and rain garden for Nantucket Lighthouse School, and a $2,336,900 project by ReMain 58 LLC for the Folger Block Condominium Trust. Finally, the committee will consider a $10,000,000 bonding request for the Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust Fund before moving to other business.

• $10,000,000 bonding request for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• $2,336,900 project by ReMain 58 LLC for the Folger Block Condominium Trust
• $85,450 drainage implementation plan and community rain garden for Nantucket Lighthouse School
• $9,500 digitization of Town Clerk’s Civil War veterans’ documents
• $29,747.80 fund requisition for Nantucket Interfaith (FY24)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet to review a complaint filed by Meghan Glowacki and discuss a proposed response. The board will also review a request for written comments from the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding the Surfside Crossing 40B development. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss the potential purchase of real property at three specific addresses.

• Review Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Meghan Glowacki
• Discuss ZBA request for written comments on Surfside Crossing 40B Development
• Executive session to consider property purchase at 31 Dartmouth Street
• Executive session to consider property purchase at 20 Pine Grove Lane
• Executive session to consider property purchase at 31 Fairgrounds

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will approve the agenda and minutes, then review the Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Meghan Glowacki and the Trust's proposed response. It will also discuss the Zoning Board of Appeals request for written comments on the Surfside Crossing 40B development. An executive session will consider potential purchase, exchange, or lease of real property at 31 Dartmouth Street, 20 Pine Grove Lane, and 31 Fairgrounds.

• Review Open Meeting Law complaint and proposed response prepared by Town Counsel
• Review ZBA request for written comments on Surfside Crossing 40B development
• Executive session: consider purchase/exchange/lease of 31 Dartmouth Street
• Executive session: consider purchase/exchange/lease of 20 Pine Grove Lane
• Executive session: consider purchase/exchange/lease of 31 Fairgrounds

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on Monday, October 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm to address transportation actions, appointments, and committee updates. Commissioners will hear a MassDOT presentation on federal performance measures (PM2 and PM3) and consider authorizing a request to reclassify certain roadways from local to rural collector and add them to the National Highway System. The agenda also includes discussion of the Director of Planning’s annual review process, a proposed enabling‑legislation review with possible votes, and reports from multiple advisory committees. Announcements cover the Statewide Housing Plan, upcoming Town Area Plan comment deadline, and a Master Plan update scheduled for the November 6 Select Board meeting.

• MassDOT presentation of federal performance measures for asset condition and reliability (PM2 and PM3)
• Authorize request to MassDOT to reclassify various roadways from local to rural collector and add them to the National Highway System
• Appointments to Seasonal Communities Advisory Council, Contract Review Committee of Human Services, and Harbor Plan Update Committee
• Proposed enabling legislation review, with votes potentially taken
• Announcements of Statewide Housing Plan and Master Plan update for November 6 Select Board meeting

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will meet on October 28, 2024. The agenda consists of a packet of documents, including draft minutes, advisory council materials, transportation manager updates, revised legislation, a MARPA listening session file, and the final draft Town Area Plan. No specific rezoning, contracts, or ordinance actions are listed for decision at this meeting.

• Review of draft minutes (09-23-2024 NPEDC MINUTES - DRAFT)
• Review of Seasonal Communities Advisory Council materials
• Transportation Managers update (24-10-28)
• Review of revised enabling legislation (10/21/24)
• Review of final draft Town Area Plan

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Work Group meeting scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided.

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health will meet to review and finalize comments regarding the Surfside Crossing Development, as requested by the Zoning Board of Appeals. The meeting will be held remotely via YouTube and Zoom.

• Review and finalize comments on Surfside Crossing Development
• Public comment period
• Audio and visual recording of the meeting

Capital Program Committee

The committee will continue discussions on Phase 2 of the FY26 Airport Employee Housing request. Members will also review FY26 capital requests and out-year planning for Sewer and Stormwater Enterprise Funds.

• FY26 Airport Employee Housing Phase 2 request
• FY26 Sewer and Stormwater Enterprise Funds capital requests
• RORI Valuations requests to-date
• SiaSconset Area Sewer Redesign and Reconstruction ($12.1 million FY26 estimate)
• Pony Field Stormwater Improvements ($675,000 FY26 estimate)

Historic District Commission

The organizational meeting for the Historic District Commission scheduled for October 24, 2024, has been cancelled.

Nantucket Intermediate School Council

The Nantucket Intermediate School Council will meet to introduce a new member, review minutes from September, and discuss the School Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes a review of the Handbook Highlights Project and the scheduling of future meetings.

• Introduction of new School Council member
• Review of September meeting minutes
• Review of School Improvement Plan
• Review of Handbook Highlights Project
• Determine next steps for Handbook Highlights Project

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket Public School Committee will hold a workshop to interview four candidates for an open committee seat. The meeting will take place at Nantucket High School on October 24, 2024. No public comment or discussion will be offered during the workshop session.

• Interviews for School Committee vacancy
• Matthew Tar, Meg Brower, Elise North, Vincent Murphy candidates
• Nantucket High School, Conference Room 10
• Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will consider approvals for meeting minutes, treasury warrants, and pending contracts. It will review a housing amendment for 12 rental units in the Gooseberry Place development and a real‑estate transaction for two town‑owned parcels on Ames Avenue. A public hearing will be held on an appeal regarding a fence at 2 Derry Lane.

• Approval of minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting
• Approval of treasury warrants for October 23, 2024
• Approval of pending contracts as listed in Exhibit 1
• Housing Office request to amend the Meadows II Workforce Rental Housing project (Gooseberry Place) for 12 rental units
• Purchase and sale agreement for Town‑owned Lots 33 and 34, Ames Avenue

Select Board

The Select Board will approve pending contracts totaling over $1 million, including surveillance cameras, restroom design, and public restroom cleaning. The board will also request a public hearing on a proposed sewer rate increase.

• Approval of pending contracts totaling $1,025,897
• Request to schedule public hearing on proposed sewer rate increase
• Public hearing on fence appeal at 2 Derry Lane
• Approval of Third Amendment to Local Initiative Program Regulatory Agreement for 12 rental units
• Purchase of portable restroom trailer for Children's Beach

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will hold an open Zoom meeting on October 22, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion on zoning and floodplain by‑laws, FEMA maps, and building codes by Shannon Hulst. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes, address public comments, receive reports from various town boards, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Presentation and discussion on zoning and floodplain by‑laws, FEMA maps, and building codes by Shannon Hulst
• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024 and September 24, 2024
• Public comment responses to Gerry Connick’s comments from September 25, 2025 and October 4, 2024
• New business reports from Planning Board, Conservation Commission, Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board, Select Board, and Advisory Committee of Non‑Voting Taxpayers
• Discussion of upcoming meeting date: November 12, 2024, on Zoom

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Nantucket Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will address two public comments from Gerry Connick (9/25/2024 and 10/4/2024). The committee will present draft Flood Insurance Rate Maps and an overview of floodplain regulations. It will then discuss mandatory additions to the town’s current bylaw, including new language for a Floodplain Administrator and changes to zoning sections such as Chapter 139, Section 8. No formal decisions are recorded; the items are for discussion and input.

• Response to Gerry Connick’s public comment on 9/25/2024 and 10/4/2024
• Presentation of draft Flood Insurance Rate Maps and floodplain regulation overview
• Discussion of mandatory additions to the current bylaw (Floodplain Administrator, new technical data, variances, unnumbered A Zones, etc.)
• Review of proposed changes document for Cape Cod Model Resiliency Bylaws
• Presentation of community discount annual savings totals ($530,000 across towns)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider a series of consent applications for work such as roof replacement, deck extensions, and new fences at various properties. Several consents are approved with conditions, including pool hardscape projects at 156 Cliff Rd, 21 Pilgrim Rd, and 15 Pine Crest Dr that must remain invisible. The commission will also discuss old business items from previous meetings, such as the demolition/move of 3 Pops Lane and the garage project at 12.5 Pequot St. Additional new business applications ranging from new dwellings to hardscape changes will be presented.

• Consent: Squam Holdings LLC, 25 Squam Rd – roof replacement (Map/Parcel 21/5)
• Consent with condition: 156 Cliff Rd – pool hardscape, must remain invisible (Map/Parcel 41/836)
• Consent with condition: 4 Henderson Dr – new fence approved (Map/Parcel 66/205)
• Old business: 3 Pops Lane Trust – demolition/move of existing structure (Map/Parcel 60.2.4/64.1)
• New business: Red Mill Lane LLC, 8 Red Mill Ln – new dwelling (Map/Parcel 55/928)

The Nantucket Historic District Commission approved the move of the Taylor House at 3 Pops Lane, with demolition as a last resort, and approved multiple consent items and several applications with conditions. Several projects were held for revisions, including the 13 & 15 Nancy Ann Lane mixed-use buildings and a new dwelling at 8 Red Mill Lane. The commission also approved a new main house at 92 Washington St with conditions and a garage at 10 Lincoln Ave.

• Approved move-off of Taylor House at 3 Pops Ln (5-0)
• Approved consent items for 5 properties (5-0)
• Approved consent with conditions for 7 properties, including pools and a new dwelling (5-0)
• Approved new dwelling at 8 Maple Ln with conditions (5-0)
• Approved addition at 6B Arrowhead Dr (Option Two) (5-0)
• Approved addition at 26 Pocomo Rd (4-1)
• Approved new garage at 26 Pocomo Rd (5-0)
• Held 13 & 15 Nancy Ann Ln mixed-use for revisions (5-0)

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will review monthly reports for Sconset and Miacomet golf courses and consider a warrant authorization for golf capital funds. The meeting will also address property management updates, including a hunting request and equipment upgrades, and discuss litigation strategy.

• Sconset Golf Course monthly review
• Miacomet Golf Course monthly review
• Warrant authorization for golf capital funds transfer
• Hunting request at 70 Miacomet Rd.
• Equipment upgrade request for a new Bobcat 2025 T86

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to conduct its Annual Strategic Plan Retreat. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

• Annual Strategic Plan Retreat

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will convene a strategic‑plan retreat on October 22 at the 4 Fairgrounds Road training room. Board members and the Town Manager’s Cabinet will discuss progress in the five focus areas, the Master Plan update, and ways to increase staff engagement with the plan. The meeting will conclude with a discussion of next steps for board and staff roles.

• Annual Strategic Plan Retreat – discussion of five focus areas and Master Plan update
• Review of recent focus‑area updates and emerging issues
• Employee buy‑in session on mission statement and values
• Discussion of board and staff roles for implementing the strategic plan
• Location: 4 Fairgrounds Road training room; Time: 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, via Zoom. The board will consider a request from Surfside Crossing, LLC concerning Special Counsel. No other substantive agenda items are listed beyond standard procedural matters.

• Board discussion of Surfside Crossing, LLC's request for Special Counsel (Surfside Crossing 40B Haverty)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review applications for new dwellings, demolitions, and alterations at properties across Nantucket, including a proposed new dwelling on 7 Brewster Road and a move-on project on 3 Pops Lane.

• 7 Brewster Road LLC: New Dwelling
• 3 Pops Lane Trust: Demo garage, MH, and new dwelling/garage/guest house/pool
• Nancy Waterhouse Tr: 15 Liberty St Access Ramp
• 88 Pocomo Trust: 88 Pocomo Rd Demo
• VBDC, LLC: 116 Polpis Rd Pickleball Court

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board will discuss the Surfside Crossing project, review second‑dwelling and garage‑apartment applications, consider amendment requests for existing plans, and hold public hearings on multiple development proposals that have upcoming decision deadlines. The board will also appoint a member to the Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee and schedule its next meeting for November 14, 2024.

• Public hearing on 13 and 15 Nancy Ann Lane (action deadline 12‑31‑2024)
• Public hearing on Great Harbor Tennis and Swim Center at 19 & 23 Nobadeer Farm Road (action deadline 11‑10‑2024)
• Second‑dwelling applications for 11 Pippen’s Way, 4 Coffin Sias Street, and 36 Chuck Hollow Road (action deadline 01‑19‑2025)
• Garage‑apartment applications for 36 Pocomo Road and 104 Surfside Road
• Discussion of the Surfside Crossing project

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing applications for secondary dwellings, garage apartments, and After-the-Fact Notations of Record (ANR). The meeting includes multiple public hearings regarding specific property addresses.

• Secondary dwelling applications for 21 Wigwam Road, 5 Crows Nest Way, and 64 and 66 Baxter Road
• Garage apartment applications for 36 Pocomo Road and 104 Surfside Road
• ANR reviews for 72 Cato Lane, 15-17 Pilgrim Road, 63 New Sias Street, 7250 Madaket Road, 10 Main Street, 1 Gully Road, and 128 Surfside Road
• Public hearings for properties including 36 Chuck Hollow Road, 11 Pippens Way, 4 Coffin Street, and 1 Mothball Way
• Review of previous plans for Candlewick Corner, 9 Hinsdale Road, 5 Sandplain Dr, and Meadows II

Real Estate Assessment Committee

The Real Estate Assessment Committee will review the conveyance of portions of 15 Ames Avenue to a private owner. The body will also recommend the order of taking by eminent domain for roadway acquisition and disposition for New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and California Avenues.

• Review yard sale conveyance of a portion of 15 Ames Avenue to Lori Meinke
• Recommend Order of Taking by Eminent Domain for New Hampshire Avenue, Massachusetts Avenue, and California Avenue
• Review conveyance of a portion of 15 Ames Avenue to Lori Meinke in exchange for land of equal value
• Discussion of September 25, 2024 presentation to the Select Board regarding the Yard Sale Program

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a transfer of rental car medallions and hold public hearings regarding a new restaurant license and four utility petitions for infrastructure work.

• Transfer of two rental car medallions from Resort Transportation, Inc. to Affordable Rentals of Whitman, Inc.
• New annual all-alcoholic beverages restaurant license for Sushi Sean at 130 Pleasant Street
• New non-live entertainment license for Sushi Sean at 130 Pleasant Street
• Utility petition to relocate JO Pole 5/22 on Easton Street
• Utility petitions for conduit and transformer installations on Airport Road, Commercial Street, and Nobadeer Farm Road

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings regarding a new liquor and entertainment license for a restaurant and several utility petitions for electrical infrastructure. The board will also consider a request to transfer rental car medallions between two companies.

• Public hearing for new Annual All-Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant and Non-Live Entertainment licenses for Sushi Sean at 130 Pleasant Street
• Request to transfer two rental car medallions from Resort Transportation, Inc. to Affordable Rentals of Whitman, Inc.
• Utility petition to relocate a pole on Easton Street (Plan #MA2024-24)
• Utility petition to install 140 feet of conduit across Airport Road to Miller Lane (Plan #30777095)
• Utility petitions for conduit installations at 19 Commercial Wharf and Nobadeer Farm Road

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will hold a meeting on October 18, 2024, beginning with standard items such as a call to order, agenda approval, and public comments. The main agenda item is an executive session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of real property at 10 Parker Lane and 55 Fairgrounds. No other specific decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Executive session to consider purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of real property at 10 Parker Lane and 55 Fairgrounds

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will discuss the conceptual design and estimated costs for the Tom Nevers Trailhead. The body will also review a Memorandum of Understanding regarding its role as a Certified Local Government.

• Review of Tom Nevers Trailhead 'Nantucket Wave' concept with a total estimated cost of $227,900
• Discussion of Certified Local Government Memorandum of Understanding between the NHC and HDC
• Update on Community Preservation Commission funded West Monomoy survey project kickoff (postponed to Nov 16)
• Review of FY 2023 Request for Qualifications status
• Discussion of International Training Course on Climate Action for Sustainable Built Heritage and Management

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will hold a bidder information session for the Town of Nantucket Human Services and Substance Misuse Grant RFP for fiscal year 2026. The meeting also includes routine business such as establishing quorum, approving the agenda, and approving minutes from previous meetings. Public comment and other business will be addressed, and the next meeting is scheduled for November 8, 2024.

• Bidder’s Information Session for Town of Nantucket Human Services and Substance Misuse Grant RFP FY 2026
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes for 01/22/2024, 09/09/2024, 09/19/2024
• Establish quorum
• Public comment

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will meet on October 18, 2024 to discuss several agenda items. Topics include a review of the Tom Nevers Trailhead conceptual design, an international training course on climate action for sustainable built heritage, updates on survey projects funded by the Community Preservation Commission, the status of the FY 2023 Request for Qualifications, and a Certified Local Government Memorandum of Understanding. The commission will also consider public comment, staff updates, and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Tom Nevers Trailhead Conceptual Design Review
• International Training Course on Climate Action for Sustainable Built Heritage and Management
• Community Preservation Commission funded West Monomoy survey project kickoff postponed to November 16
• FY 2023 Request for Qualifications status update
• Certified Local Government Memorandum of Understanding

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to review various Notices of Intent (NOI), Requests for Determination of Applicability (RDA), and Certificates of Compliance (COC). The agenda consists of a digital pack of filings for specific residential and trust properties.

• NOI for 59-83 Baxter Road
• NOI for Madaket Land Trust properties
• RDA for 6 Low Beach Road
• COC for 13 Crows Nest Way
• MMOD for 334 Madaket Road

Cyrus Peirce Middle School

The CPS School Council will review the School Improvement Plan. Attendees can provide feedback from the recent open house. The meeting includes a Student Representative Q&A and a Parent/Community Q&A session.

• Review of the School Improvement Plan
• Open House Feedback session
• Student Representative Q&A
• Parent/Community Q&A

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will conduct a public hearing on a series of land‑use applications for properties such as Sconset Bluff Preservation Trust, Sconset Beach Preservation Fund, Chioffi, Maxwell House LLC, and Muabessac, LLC. The commission will also consider minor modifications, certificates of compliance, and orders of conditions for these and other sites. Additional agenda items include approval of minutes, monitoring reports, enforcement actions, and various staff and commissioner reports.

• Sconset Bluff Preservation Trust – 41-119 Baxter Road (SE48-3736)
• Sconset Beach Preservation Fund – 59-83 Baxter Road (SE48-3759)
• Chioffi – 5 Crow’s Nest Way (SE48-3803)
• Maxwell House LLC – 15 Cliff Road (SE48-3808)
• Muabessac, LLC – 20 East Lincoln Avenue (SE48-3814)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is holding a special meeting to review the architecture of Surfside Crossing. The commission intends to provide comments to the Zoning Board of Appeals by November 14th.

• Architectural review of Surfside Crossing

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee and Policy Subcommittee are meeting to review and update various district policies. The agenda includes updates to personnel, negotiations, and instructional policies.

• Review of G Policies (Personnel)
• Review of H Policies (Negotiations)
• Review of I Policies (Instruction)
• Review of Policy DKC-R&P regarding expense authorization and reimbursements
• Review of Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) recommended policy updates

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will meet to discuss old business regarding tree maintenance and planting. The agenda includes updates on specific trees and stump grinding.

• Update on 43A Union Elm
• Update on 126 Main St. Elm
• Stump Grind Update
• Fall Tree Planting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several residential projects, including a large multi-family development and individual home reconstructions. The board will also consider a variance for an accessory structure built without permits.

• Surfside Crossing: Comprehensive Permit for 156 condominium units in 18 buildings at 3, 5, 7, and 9 South Shore Road
• 43 West Miacomet Road: Special Permit to demo house and construct new dwelling, shed, and pool
• 51 West Miacomet Road: Special Permit to demo house and construct new dwelling, shed, and pool
• 6 West Dover Street: Variance request for a studio/accessory structure sited 3.6 feet from the lot line
• 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Schedule

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health will hold a public meeting to record minutes, hear public comment, and consider several health‑related items. Topics include a 2024 short‑term rental registration policy, updates on recreational camp variances, and reviews of specific variance requests for properties such as 26 Creek Lane and 63 New Siasconset Road. The board will also discuss its comments to the Zoning Board of Appeals for the Surfside Crossing Development.

• Policy proposal of short-term rental registrations in 2024
• Update on 2024 Recreational Camp variances
• Discussion of BOH comments to ZBA for Surfside Crossing Development
• 26 Creek Lane nitrogen loading variance
• 63 New Siasconset Road – variance for shared septic system due to subdivision

Board of Health

The Nantucket County Board of Health will review draft minutes from previous meetings, consider a policy for STR registration renewals, discuss comments on the Surfsides Crossing development, and examine variance requests for 26 Creek Lane, 63 New Siasconset Road, and 3 Pops Lane. A camp presentation will also be presented.

• Draft minutes from 09/10/2024 and 09/19/2024
• Policy for short‑term rental registration renewals
• Surfsides Crossing development comments
• Variance request for 26 Creek Lane (nitrogen loading)
• Variance request for 63 New Siasconset Road

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The Nantucket Cannabis Advisory Committee meeting will approve the agenda and past draft minutes from October 19, 2023 and August 15, 2024. Members will hold a public comment period for items not on the agenda. The committee will elect officers (chair, vice‑chair, secretary) and receive updates from the state Cannabis Control Commission. They will also discuss citizen warrant articles for ATM25 with a deadline of Monday 11/18 at 4:00 pm and set the next meeting date.

• Approval of draft minutes – October 19, 2023
• Approval of draft minutes – August 15, 2024
• Election of officers: chair, vice‑chair, secretary
• Updates from the Cannabis Control Commission
• Citizen’s Warrant Articles for ATM25 deadline Monday 11/18 4:00 pm

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will review FY26 capital requests for the solid waste department and consider any additional Department of Public Works requests. The meeting will also address RORI valuations for submitted requests. The committee will set the date for the next meeting and handle routine agenda items.

• FY26 Solid Waste capital requests, including Landfill Closure: Phase 1 – $5,000,000
• Purchase of a Composter – $1,000,000 (FY26)
• Security Cameras project – $50,000 (FY26)
• RORI valuations – review of all requests to date
• Discussion of any additional Department of Public Works capital requests

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a public hearing to amend Town Regulations Chapter 260, Section 4.29, which would allow the Board to adjust the bushel limit for commercial scallopers based on survey data. The Board will also review and approve minutes from October 7 and October 9, 2024 meetings, payroll warrants for October 13, 2024, and treasury warrants for October 16, 2024, along with several pending requests. Additional items include a request to waive the Town Noise Bylaw for a 3rd Sewer Force Main project on Surfside Road, a deed acceptance for 19A First Way, and the selection of an independent firm to investigate vandalism of the African Meeting House.

• Approval of minutes from October 7 and October 9, 2024 meetings
• Approval of payroll warrants for October 13, 2024 and treasury warrants for October 16, 2024
• Request for waiver of Town Noise Bylaw for 3rd Sewer Force Main project on Surfside Road (Sparks Avenue to Fairgrounds Road) Oct 21–Nov 29, 2024
• Selection of independent firm to review African Meeting House vandalism investigation (continuation from Oct 9, 2024)
• Public hearing to amend Town Regulations Chapter 260 (Fishing and Shellfishing) Section 4.29 (Bay Scallops) bushel limit

Select Board

The Select Board will consider amendments to town regulations regarding commercial bay scallop bushel limits. The meeting also includes discussions on a community impact fee for short-term rentals and a review of an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Public hearing on amending Town Regulations Chapter 260 to allow adjusting commercial bay scallop bushel limits
• Request for noise bylaw waiver for 3rd Sewer Force Main Project on Surfside Road (Oct 21 – Nov 29)
• Selection of an independent firm to review the African Meeting House vandalism investigation
• Request for acceptance of deed and settlement statement for 19A First Way
• Discussion of Community Impact Fee for professionally managed short-term rentals

Town Council Study Committee

The Town Council Study Committee will review comments and questions from the October 5 and 10 public forums. Members will compile a list of questions and assign answers to create FAQs for the website. The committee will consider proposals on the number of Town Councilors and compare the Town Council/Town Manager model to a City Council/Mayor structure. It will also discuss the meeting calendar for the remainder of 2024 into 2025.

• Review and digest comments from the 10/5 and 10/10 public forums
• Compile list of questions and assign members to draft FAQs for the website
• Review proposed number of Town Councilors
• Discuss Town Council/Town Manager structure versus City Council/Mayor form
• Discuss meeting calendar for the remainder of 2024 into 2025

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars will review a ballot test scheduled for the November 5, 2024 state election. The discussion will focus on procedures for conducting the test. No other agenda items are listed.

• Ballot test for the November 5, 2024 state election

Community Preservation Committee

The Nantucket Community Preservation Committee will discuss a fund requisition for the Nantucket Island School of Design & the Arts and several project funding requests. Items include historic preservation projects such as St. Paul’s Church ($1,020,970) and the Mitchell House ($155,000), an affordable‑housing rental assistance program ($380,000), and a racquet sports campus expansion ($1,000,000). The meeting also covers standard agenda items like establishing quorum, approving minutes, and other business.

• St. Paul’s Church restoration – $1,020,970
• Nantucket Racquet Sports Association campus expansion – $1,000,000
• Nantucket Interfaith Council rental assistance program – $380,000
• Miacomet Village building envelope preservation, 8 Benjamin Drive – $341,030
• Nantucket Historical Association 7 Fair Street Restoration – $360,065

Nantucket Housing Authority

The Nantucket Housing Authority will discuss the FYE 12/31/2025 operating budget for the Federal USDA Program and the renewal of the NHA/DHA Management Agreement. The board will also review specific work plan fees and property maintenance manager agreements.

• Operating Budget for Federal USDA Program for FYE 12/31/2025
• NHA/DHA Management Agreement renewal
• Work Plan 201043 Fee Amendment for Rowse Architecture: $11,090
• Work Plan 201047 Certificate of Final Completion: $14,094.47
• Flooring for conference room at 3 Manta Drive using State Reserve Funds

Affordable Housing Trust

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust will consider agenda approval, minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting, and a CCAP application. The board will review a complaint filed under the Open Meeting Law by Megan Perry. It will vote on authorizing the purchase of 71 Surfside Road for $1,600,000, subject to Town Counsel approval. Additional items include renewal funding for a strategy and communications agreement with Jeremy Crockford and a request for written comments on the Surfside Crossing 40B development.

• Approval of agenda – action
• Approval of minutes from October 1, 2024 – review/action
• Review of Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Megan Perry – review
• Authorization to purchase 71 Surfside Road for $1,600,000 – action
• Renewal funding for Strategy and Communications Agreement with Jeremy Crockford – review/action

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet remotely via Zoom on October 15, 2024 at 12:30 PM. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, approval of minutes, and a CCAP application for 11 Equator Drive. The Trust will consider and vote on a request to approve the purchase of 71 Surfside Road. Additional items include renewal funding for a strategy and communications agreement with Jeremy Crockford, a review of an Open Meeting Law complaint, and a review of ZBA comments on the Surfside Crossing 40B development, followed by an executive session on several property matters.

• Approve purchase of 71 Surfside Road (action)
• Renew funding for strategy and communications agreement with Jeremy Crockford (review/action)
• Review CCAP application for Karleen Thompson – 11 Equator Drive (review/action)
• Review Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Megan Perry (review)
• Review ZBA written comments on Surfside Crossing 40B development (review)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee meeting scheduled for October 15, 2024, has been cancelled.

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging and Senior Expo 2024 Planning Committee are meeting to coordinate the Senior Expo 2024. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Nantucket High School.

• Planning for Senior Expo 2024 at Nantucket High School

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes and discuss proposed changes to shellfish regulations, including a public hearing on the commercial bay scallop bushel limit. The board will also review sediment transport studies and provide advisory input on Vineyard Wind.

• Approval of draft minutes from Oct. 1, 2024
• Discussion on Select Board public hearing for shellfish regulation amendment
• Review and update of shellfish regulations
• Advisory discussion on Vineyard Wind and offshore wind
• Continued discussion on Sediment Transport Study and Dredge Plan

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will meet to review 48 applications for construction permits, including new dwellings, pool hardscapes, and fenestration changes. The meeting will be held in person at the Community Room on Fairgrounds Road and via Zoom.

• Review of 48 permit applications for construction and alterations
• Consideration of 6 sign requests for CC5 Savings and NIR Retail LLC
• Discussion of new dwellings and pool hardscapes on Honeysuckle Drive
• Review of a proposed pickleball court on Polpis Road
• Meeting held in person at Community Room, 4 Fairgrounds Road

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket Public School Committee will consider several items, including votes on two $1,000 donations to the Nantucket High School woodshop, approval of the 2024‑2025 student handbook, and presentations on superintendent goals, homeschooling, and Advanced Placement results. The meeting also includes a public comment period and discussion of school improvement plans.

• Vote to approve $1,000 donation from Suzanne & Paul Belanger to the High School woodshop
• Vote to approve $1,000 donation from Laura Lamb to the High School woodshop
• Vote to approve the 2024‑2025 student handbook for NES, NIS, and CPS
• Presentation of Superintendent Elizabeth Hallett’s 2024‑2025 goals
• Homeschooling report presented by Melissa Devitt

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The Nantucket Roads & Right of Way Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at 131 Pleasant Street (Trailer Room A) and via Zoom. The agenda includes public comment on items not on the agenda, discussion of several encroachment questions, and other business and member comments. No specific decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be for discussion only.

• Public comment on items not on the agenda
• Discussion of several encroachment questions
• Other business and member comments

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council will conduct procedural business, hear public comments, and consider commissioner comments before approving minutes from the October 1 meeting. In the new business segment, the council will discuss several sign applications submitted by POYANT SIGNS for Cape Cod 5 Savings Bank. The applications include wall, projecting, window, and clearance signs at 112 Pleasant (or Plesant) Street and Zero Main Street. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Wall sign (hours) – 112 PLESANT ST – parcel 55/149 – POYANT SIGNS
• Projecting sign (ATM) – 112 PLESANT ST – parcel 55/149 – POYANT SIGNS
• Wall sign (clearance) – 112 PLESANT ST – parcel 55/149 – POYANT SIGNS
• Window sign (drive up) – 112 PLEASANT ST – parcel 55/149 – POYANT SIGNS
• Wall sign (side view) – 112 PLEASANT ST – parcel 55/149 – POYANT SIGNS

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket County Historic District Commission will consider sign applications for 112 Pleasant Street and Zero Main Street, including wall sign hours, projecting signs, and clearance requests. The meeting also includes review of numerous other project applications such as curb cuts, new dwellings, fences, pools, and other alterations submitted in recent months. Items are organized under old business, new business from previous dates, and new business for October 15, 2024.

• 112 Pleasant St wall sign hours
• 112 Pleasant St projecting sign ATM
• Zero Main St wall sign hours
• 76 Orange St curb cut
• 50 Wanoma new dwelling

Madaket Area Plan Work Group

The meeting scheduled for October 11, 2024, has been cancelled. No other business was listed.

Washington Street Collaborative Work Group

The Washington Street Collaborative Work Group meeting scheduled for October 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The meeting was to be held at the Land Bank Conference Room on 22 Broad Street in Nantucket.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Land Bank Conference Room, 22 Broad Street, Nantucket, MA
• Meeting ID: 822 0999 9469

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will review FY26 capital requests for the Department of Public Works, focusing on central fleet vehicle replacements and major facility projects. Items include the $80,000,000 construction of a new DPW facility and several large transportation projects. The meeting will also cover a report‑writing working group, RORI valuation updates, and routine committee reports.

• FY26 DPW fleet vehicle purchases: $100,000 for Assessor's Office vehicles, $73,000 for a Ford E‑Transit van, $282,000 for a front‑end loader, $375,000 for a 10‑wheel dump truck
• New DPW facility construction: $80,000,000 supplemental funding
• Surfside Area Roads Reconstruction Phase 2 (Lover's Lane): $3,272,892
• Madaket Road raising and bridge conversion: $40,000,000 supplemental funding
• Pleasant Street repaving (Silver to Main) supplemental funding: $2,000,000

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commissioners will review production, billing, and rainfall reports. The board will discuss infrastructure updates and the potential amendment or execution of personnel and vendor contracts.

• Review of tank maintenance, five-year outlook, power problems, and sewer force main
• Discussion and execution of personnel or vendor contracts

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The commission will meet to discuss enabling legislation. The meeting also includes the approval of the agenda and minutes from four August 2024 sessions.

• Discussion on Enabling Legislation

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The commission is meeting to review draft minutes from August meetings and discuss enabling legislation. The agenda includes a review of proposed updates and a legislation update timeline.

• Review of draft minutes from August 5, August 21, and August 26, 2024
• Discussion of Enabling Legislation Workgroup minutes
• Review of legislation update timeline
• Review of proposed updates from Abby
• Review of proposed minor alterations to min_r

Town Council Study Committee

The Town Council Study Committee will hold a public forum to discuss the possible conversion to a Town Council form of government. The meeting will include an overview presentation and a period for public questions and comments.

• Public forum on converting to a Town Council form of government
• Overview presentation on the proposed government structure
• Public questions and comments period

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The commission will approve the agenda, the September 12 minutes, and recent warrants. It will discuss pending leases and contracts referenced in Exhibit 1 and receive updates on the South Apron Ramp Expansion, the PFAS investigation, the Crew Quarters project, and the Terminal Optimization project. The meeting will also consider the FY26 Final Operating Budget and a tenant alteration application from G.J. Smith, Inc.

• Review and approve pending leases/contracts (Exhibit 1)
• Update on 062023-06 South Apron Ramp Expansion Project
• Update on 071420-03 PFAS investigation with consultant presentation
• FY26 Final Operating Budget (100824-01)
• Discussion of G.J. Smith, Inc. tenant alteration application (061124-08)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to coordinate final preparations for the upcoming Senior Expo. The body will also receive reports on Human Services, Saltmarsh activities, and Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands.

• Final preparations for October 19 Senior Expo
• Report on Human Services from Jerico Mele
• Report on Saltmarsh activities from Laura Stewart
• Report on Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands from Robert Kucharavy
• Status update on current COA grants

Cemetery Commission

The Nantucket Cemetery Commission will meet to approve minutes and lot sales, and to discuss updates on the Monument Restoration Project and the legal status of Newtown Cemetery.

• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2024
• Approval of lot sales since last meeting
• Polpis Cemetery update: about 69 lots remain to be laid out
• Monument Restoration Project update: Newtown and New North Cemeteries
• Newtown Cemetery legal status update

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will consider approval of minutes, treasury warrants, and a series of pending contracts listed in Exhibit 1, including a $6,725,000 grant to Two P5P6, LLC for affordable housing in Gooseberry Place. The board will also select an independent firm to review the African Meeting House vandalism investigation and consider a noise‑bylaw waiver for a sewer main extension on Nobadeer Farm Road. A preliminary discussion of the FY 2025 tax rate shift is scheduled, and public comment will be taken.

• Approval of pending contracts, including multiple purchase, lease, and professional services agreements (see Exhibit 1)
• Grant Agreement (outgoing) of $6,725,000 to Two P5P6, LLC to convert 55 units in Gooseberry Place to affordable housing
• Selection of an independent firm to review the African Meeting House vandalism investigation (Article 36, 2024 ATM)
• Waiver request of the town noise bylaw for sewer main extension construction on Nobadeer Farm Road (Oct 21–Nov 8, 2024)
• Preliminary discussion of a tax rate shift for fiscal year 2025

Select Board

The Select Board will vote to approve pending contracts and adopt Treasury warrants. It will also select an independent firm to investigate the African Meeting House vandalism, as directed by Article 36 of the 2024 Annual Town Meeting. Additional items include a request for a noise‑bylaw waiver for sewer work on Nobadeer Farm Road and discussion of a FY 2025 tax‑rate shift and a pilot one‑way traffic program on Pleasant Street.

• Approval of pending contracts (referenced in Exhibit 1)
• Selection of independent firm to review African Meeting House vandalism investigation (Article 36)
• Waiver of Town Noise Bylaw for sewer main extension on Nobadeer Farm Road, Oct 21–Nov 8, 2024
• Discussion of FY 2025 tax‑rate shift
• Pilot program for one‑way traffic on Pleasant Street and design option for Sparks Avenue sidepath

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will meet remotely on October 8, 2024. The agenda includes approving the July 23, 2024 minutes and discussing a Hold‑Harmless Citizen Warrant article. Members will also consider public‑outreach strategies with ACKlimate and review proposed updates to the town’s zoning by‑law to incorporate coastal resiliency. Additional reports from the Planning Board, Conservation Commission, Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board, Select Board, and other committees will be presented.

• Approval of minutes from July 23, 2024
• Discussion on Hold Harmless Citizen Warrant Article with Rick Atherton
• Public outreach ideas with ACKlimate and Ava Rollins
• Discussion on updating the zoning by‑law and regulations for coastal resiliency
• Reports from Planning Board, Conservation Commission, Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board, Select Board, and other committees

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will generate definitions for coastal resilience terms and review Nantucket’s zoning bylaw and related pages. Members are assigned to read other Massachusetts coastal resilience plans, including Falmouth’s Surfside Drive plan and the ResilientMass Plan. The committee will brainstorm ideas for incorporating resilience into the zoning bylaw, new bylaws, and overlay districts. Participants are expected to come prepared to start discussing these ideas at the Oct. 8 meeting.

• Generate relevant coastal resilience definitions (e.g., sea level rise, adaptation).
• Read Nantucket’s zoning bylaw (Chapter 139) and pages 96‑111 of the CRP.
• Review highlighted sections of the Sept. 24 CRAC packet and other state coastal plans.
• Create ideas for integrating resilience into the zoning bylaw and possible new overlay districts.
• Prepare to discuss generated ideas at the Oct. 8 CRAC meeting.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider adopting a meeting and deadline schedule for October through December 2024. It will review a sign revision request for 3 Step Lane LLC at 3 Step Lane (Veranda House). The board will also discuss a range of pending property applications and several policy topics such as brick classification, street‑tree mapping, and wind‑turbine considerations.

• Possible vote on meeting/deadline schedule for Oct‑Dec 2024
• Sign revision for 3 Step Lane LLC – 3 Step Ln (Veranda House) – omission of “Sign B Nantucket Resort Collection”
• Old business: 39 Monomoy Rd pool hardscape (Monomoy Road LLC)
• Old business: 4 Mariner Way pool (Doherty LLC)
• Old business: 92 Washington St shed, garage, and main house (Alexandra Ripley)

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will meet on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. in the Land Bank Conference Room, 22 Broad St, Nantucket. The agenda includes property‑management presentations, an update on the Executive Director search, and discussion of the draft FY25 operating and capital budgets. The commission will also review monthly transfer statistics, approve cash disbursements, and consider bench and tree replacement requests.

• Falmouth Road Resiliency – Presentation
• 28 Washington Street – Parking Area Discussion
• Draft FY25 Operating Budget – Discussion
• Draft FY25 Capital Budget – Discussion
• Warrant Authorization – Approval of Cash Disbursements

Visitor Services Advisory Committee

The Visitor Services Advisory Committee will meet remotely via Zoom on October 8, 2024. The agenda includes approving the September 10th meeting minutes, a conversation with David Gray Sr., Director of the Sewer Department, and reports from the Director and the Visitor Services Coordinator. No specific decisions are listed beyond routine approvals and informational updates.

• Approval of September 10th minutes
• Conversation with David Gray Sr., Director, Sewer Department
• Director’s Report
• Visitor Services Coordinator’s Report
• Agenda protocol and public comment

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider a new application to change a window at 14 Meadow Lane. The meeting will also address a series of old‑business items, including pool and hardscape work at 39 Monomoy Road, an addition at 85 Orange Street, a new dwelling at 92 Washington Street, and a new dwelling at 12 Pilgrim Road. Each item will be discussed for compliance with historic district guidelines.

• 14 Meadow Ln – window change (new business)
• 39 Monomoy Rd – pool hardscape (old business)
• 85 Orange St – addition to main house (old business)
• 92 Washington St – new dwelling (old business)
• 12 Pilgrim Rd – new dwelling (old business)

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission’s meeting scheduled for October 8, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided.

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board is holding a joint meeting with the Council for Human Services and the Contract Review Committee to review a consultant's evaluation of the Human Services Grant process. The board will discuss preliminary recommendations to clarify roles, update the community needs assessment, standardize evaluation, and potentially combine oversight committees. No final decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Review of human services grant funding allocation process
• Benchmarking shows Nantucket funds human services at $45.07 per capita, highest among peers
• Recommendation to update the 2010 Community Needs Assessment
• Proposal to establish two grant programs: ongoing needs and one-time needs
• Recommendation to standardize grant evaluation rubric and reporting requirements

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket Public School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet on Monday, Oct 7, 2024 at 1:00 PM. The agenda consists of reviewing and updating various policy areas, including G Policies (Personnel), H Policies (Negotiations), I Policies (Instruction), the DKC‑R&P expense authorization and reimbursement rules, and recommended updates from the Massachusetts Association of School Committees. No specific actions or approvals are listed beyond the policy reviews.

• Review and update G Policies (Personnel)
• Review and update H Policies (Negotiations)
• Review and update I Policies (Instruction)
• Review and update Policy DKC‑R&P expense authorization/reimbursement rules
• Consider Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) recommended policy updates

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will meet to review the job description and draft organizational profile for the Executive Director position. The committee will discuss the ideal candidate and set a timeline for the search.

• Review current job description
• Review draft organizational profile
• Discuss ideal candidate for position
• Set timeline and action items
• Discuss opportunities/challenges for next executive director

Harbor Plan Update Committee

The Nantucket Harbor Plan Update Committee will meet on Oct. 7 to approve its agenda and minutes, review key findings from a recent public meeting, and consider the Sediment Transport and Dredge Plan. The committee will also discuss the timeline and next steps for the harbor plan.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Review of key findings from public meeting
• Presentation and discussion of the Sediment Transport and Dredge Plan
• Discussion of timeline and next steps for the harbor plan

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will convene a joint meeting with the Council for Human Services and the Contract Review Committee. The purpose is to discuss the town's human services funding allocation process. The agenda includes a call to order and adjournment.

• Joint meeting with Council for Human Services and Contract Review Committee to review human services funding allocation process

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging and Senior Expo 2024 Planning Committee are meeting to organize the Senior Expo 2024. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Nantucket High School.

• Planning for Senior Expo 2024 at Nantucket High School

Council for Human Services

The Nantucket Council for Human Services will hold a joint meeting with the CRC and the Select Board to examine the human services funding allocation process. The meeting will also confirm a quorum, appoint a CHS member to the CRC, and address any other business. It is scheduled for Monday, October 7, 2024 at 3:00 PM in Room A, 131 PLESANT ST, with a Zoom webinar option.

• Joint meeting with CHS, CRC and Select Board to review Human Services Funding Allocation Process
• Establish quorum for the meeting
• Appointment of a CHS member to the CRC
• Other business items (unspecified)

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will hold a joint meeting with CHS, CRC, and the Select Board to review the town's Human Services Funding Allocation Process. The committee will also establish a quorum, address the adjournment of the September 27, 2024 meeting, and consider any other business.

• Joint meeting with CHS, CRC and Select Board to review Human Services Funding Allocation Process
• Establish quorum
• Adjourn meeting from Sept. 27, 2024
• Other business

Town Council Study Committee

The Town Council Study Committee will hold a public forum on the possible conversion to a Town Council form of government. The agenda includes an overview presentation followed by questions and comments from the public. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Public forum on possible conversion to Town Council form of government
• Overview presentation on conversion
• Public questions and comments

Advisory Committee of Non-voting Taxpayers

The Advisory Committee of Non‑Voting Taxpayers will review its current priorities for nonresident taxpayers and consider how to support the town. The agenda includes updates from the Town Council Study Committee and the committee’s participation in the Nantucket Master Plan input sessions, as well as a report from the public‑relations committee. It also addresses scheduling future guest speakers and allows public comments. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of current issues of concern for nonresident taxpayers
• Update on Town Council Study Committee (Donna Martino/Pam Suan)
• Update on ACNVT participation in Nantucket Master Plan input sessions
• Report from the PR Committee
• Confirm meeting schedule/invitees for future guest speakers

Nantucket Public School Committee

The meeting scheduled for October 4, 2024, was cancelled. The original agenda included items regarding the 2024-25 Diversity Meeting Schedule, the High School Diversity Club, and professional development.

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will convene in open session before moving to an executive session. In the executive session the board will approve minutes from meetings held on May 2, 2024; August 23, 2024; and September 12, 2024. The board will also consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of real property at 16 Milestone Road, 1 Shadbush Road, 40 Sherburne Commons Lane, and 44 and 48 Miacomet Road.

• Approve executive session minutes from May 2, 2024; August 23, 2024; September 12, 2024
• Consider purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of 16 Milestone Road
• Consider purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of 1 Shadbush Road
• Consider purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of 40 Sherburne Commons Lane
• Consider purchase, exchange, lease, or valuation of 44 and 48 Miacomet Road

Nantucket Elementary School Council

The NES School Council will meet to review and approve minutes from September 12, 2024, and discuss the School Improvement Plan. The meeting will also cover council roles and the upcoming meeting calendar.

• Review and Approve minutes from 9/12/24
• School Improvement Plan discussion
• Roles and Responsibilities of NES Council members
• Calendar of Meetings and events
• Next Meeting scheduled for 11/7/24

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to review Notices of Intent for various projects, issue Certificates of Compliance, and discuss a Nantucket Harbors Sediment Transport Study & Dredge Plan.

• Public hearing for Sconset Bluff Preservation Trust (41-119 Baxter Road)
• Review of Notices of Intent for 7 properties including Maxwell House LLC (15 Cliff Road)
• Certificates of Compliance for properties on Quidnet Road and Union Street
• Discussion of Nantucket Harbors Sediment Transport Study & Dredge Plan
• Potential enforcement action for deer fence at 62 Wanoma

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will consider a series of Notices of Intent, applications, and supplemental reports for properties on Baxter Road, Crows Nest Way, Sheep Pond Road, Polpis Road, Cliff Road, Pocomo Road, Waquoit Road, Pond Road, Tennessee Avenue, Quidnet Road, Union Street, Wauwinet Road, North Beach Street, Mothball Way, Margaret's Way, and East Hallowell Lane. Items include a sediment transport study and dredge plan for Nantucket Harbors, a report on geotubes and public beach conditions, and various supplemental plans and sampling reports. The meeting agenda lists the documents to be reviewed but does not specify any decisions.

• Review NOI for 59-83 Baxter Road
• Review Nantucket Harbors sediment transport study & dredge plan
• Review state of geotubes and public beach report
• Review supplemental plan for 6 Sheep Pond Road
• Review sampling report for 19 Wauwinet Road

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY26 capital requests for the Department of Public Works, focusing on transportation projects. Items include major road, bridge, and fleet improvements outlined in the town's capital improvement plan. The meeting also covers routine agenda items such as approvals, public comment, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Madaket Road Raising and Bridge Conversion – $40,000,000 (TRAN-30-001)
• Pleasant Street Repaving/Silver to Main (Supplemental Funding) – $2,000,000 (TRAN-23-004)
• Surfside Area Roads Reconstruction Phase 2: Lover's Lane – $3,272,892 (TRAN-17-004)
• Sconset Footbridge Construction – $100,000 (TRAN-21-001)
• Massasoit Bridge Redesign with Construction – $1,000,000 (TRAN-19-008)

Town Council Study Committee

The Town Council Study Committee will review and approve the minutes from the September 18 meeting. It will discuss the format and content for public forums scheduled for October 5 and October 10, including rehearsal and attendee roles. The committee will also examine administrative functions of the Collins Center Team as outlined in Section 5 of the draft charter and consider the timing for submitting the final article. The meeting will conclude with public comment.

• Review and approval of minutes from 9/18/24
• Discuss format and content for Public Forums on Oct 5 and 10
• Collins Center Team: administrative functions – Section 5 of Draft Charter
• Pros/cons of timing for submitting TCSC final article
• Public comment/questions

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council will meet remotely on Tuesday, October 2, 2024. The agenda includes procedural business, public comments, commissioner’s comments, and approval of minutes. In the new business section, the council will review a sign revision request from 3 Step Lane LLC for a projecting sign at 3 Step Lane (Veranda House), identified as Revision 42 with dimensions 4.2/44, submitted by Plymouth Sign Co. No other substantive items are listed.

• Review sign revision request (Revision 42, 4.2/44) for 3 Step Lane LLC at 3 Step Ln (Veranda House), submitted by Plymouth Sign Co.

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss borrowing authorization for an airport PFAS mitigation project and a license for an electric distribution system. The board will also consider housing-related requests and a request for special counsel for the Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Borrowing authorization for grant-funded PFAS Response and Mitigation Project at the airport
• License with Nantucket Electric Company/National Grid for underground electric distribution on Airport Road and Monohansett Road
• Discharge of Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Mortgage for 119 Hummock Pond Road
• Approval of Purchase and Sale Agreement for 19A First Way
• Request for special counsel regarding Surfside Crossing Remand for the Zoning Board of Appeals

Select Board

The Select Board will review and act on several items, including approvals of meeting minutes and payroll/treasury warrants. It will consider a housing loan discharge for 119 Hummock Pond Road and a purchase agreement for 19A First Way. The board will discuss the airport's request for borrowing authorization for a grant‑funded PFAS response and mitigation project, and a license for underground electric distribution on Airport Road and Monohansett Road for the South Ramp expansion. Additional items include a Zoning Board request for special counsel and various public comments.

• Approval of minutes from the September 25, 2024 meeting and payroll/treasury warrants
• Discharge of housing rehabilitation loan mortgage for 119 Hummock Pond Road
• Approval of purchase and sale agreement for 19A First Way
• Airport request for borrowing authorization for grant‑funded PFAS response and mitigation project (Article 94 of 2021 Annual Town Meeting, Chapter 348 of the Acts of 2022)
• Airport request for license with Nantucket Electric Company/National Grid for underground electric distribution on Airport Road and Monohansett Road for South Ramp expansion

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is reviewing a large volume of applications for residential modifications, new constructions, and building relocations. The agenda includes requests for new dwellings, pool installations, and historic determinations.

• New dwelling applications for 14 Honeysuckle Dr, 2-5 Golden Rod Court, and 8 Marble Way
• Historic determination for the dwelling at 5 Coffin St
• Building moves including 46 W Miacomet and 19R Hooper Farm Rd
• Demolition requests for 88 Pocomo Rd main dwelling and 3 Masaquet dwelling
• Event terrace proposal for 250 Milestone NGC Clubhouse

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will discuss the FY26 budget planning calendar and superintendent goals. The body is scheduled to vote on the 2024-2025 NHS Student Handbook and multiple financial donations. Other agenda items include updates on student enrollment and e-bikes.

• Vote to approve 2024-2025 NHS Student Handbook
• Vote to approve $20,000 donation from Community Foundation for Nantucket for ESOL classes
• Vote to approve $9,000 donation from Community Foundation for Nantucket for Summer Boost
• Vote to approve $4,000 donation from Nantucket Triathlon Club for Family Swim
• Vote to approve $1,000 DESE funding for High School Equivalency Testing

Historic District Commission

The commission will announce an architectural review workshop and discuss meeting efficiency. It will vote on a series of consents approving windows, sheds, roofs, new dwellings and other alterations for dozens of property owners. Several items will be approved with conditions that require additional documentation. New business items include pending applications for decks, roofs, and new structures.

• Approve window and roof revisions for 16 Quaker LLC at 16 Quaker Rd
• Approve new shed for Lampe Dean at 15 Aurora Wy
• Approve new dwelling for NT Property Owner at 14 Honeysuckle
• Conditioned approval for roof replacement at 52 W Chester (Tamara Wing) requiring original as‑built elevations
• New business: deck expansion for Bittersweet East N LLC at 5 Mattapoisett Ave

The Historic District Commission denied the request to demolish or relocate the garage at 43A Union Street, determining the structure contributes to the character of the streetscape. The commission also approved numerous consent items and several new business applications, while holding others for revisions. Several applications were not heard.

• Denied demolition/relocation of 43A Union St garage (5-0)
• Approved 34 consent items (5-0)
• Approved 30 consent-with-conditions items (5-0)
• Approved 60 Nobadeer Ave roof window/shed with shingle condition (5-0)
• Held 60 Nobadeer Ave hardscape for revisions (5-0)
• Held 25 N Pasture Rd new dwelling for revisions (5-0)
• Approved 39A Milk St new spa/patio with Exhibit A (4-1)
• Approved 47 Crooked Ln new garage/studio as submitted (4-1)

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will consider a public hearing on a proposed amendment to shellfish regulations that would allow the commercial bay scallop bushel limit to be lowered or raised. The meeting also includes reports from the Marine and Natural Resources Departments, discussion of an oyster lease and other aquaculture leases, and a presentation on a Sediment Transport Study and Dredge Plan. Additional topics include a review of shellfish regulations and a discussion of Vineyard Wind offshore wind projects.

• Public hearing on proposed amendment to shellfish regulations for commercial bay scallop bushel limit
• Discussion of Sean Fitzgibbon’s oyster lease and aquaculture leases
• Continued review and update of shellfish regulations (Tara Riley)
• Presentation of Sediment Transport Study and Dredge Plan by Town Sustainability Coordinator Vincent Murphy
• Discussion of Vineyard Wind and offshore wind projects

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will consider a CCAP application and a purchase and sale agreement for 71 Surfside Road. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss the value or purchase of several real estate properties.

• CCAP Application for 9 Bluet Court (Juan Pablo Aguero Cid)
• Purchase and Sale Agreement for 71 Surfside Road
• ZBA request for comments on Surfside Crossing 40B Development
• Executive session regarding 26 Somerset Lane, 31 Dartmouth Street, and 20 Pine Grove Lane
• Executive session regarding 10 Parker Lane and 55 Fairgrounds Road

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will consider several items, including approval of the agenda, minutes from recent meetings, and public comments. It will review a CCAP application for 9 Bluet Court and examine deed‑restricted units created since 2019. The board will also review a ZBA request for written comments on the Surfside Crossing 40B development and vote on a purchase and sale agreement for 71 Surfside Road. Additional executive‑session items involve confidential discussions of property transactions at several addresses.

• Approval of Purchase and Sale Agreement for 71 Surfside Road
• Review of CCAP application for 9 Bluet Court (Juan Pablo Aguero Cid)
• Review of ZBA request for written comments on Surfside Crossing 40B development
• Review of deed‑restricted affordable housing units created since 2019
• Executive‑session consideration of property transactions at 26 Somerset Lane, 31 Dartmouth Street, 20 Pine Grove Lane, 10 Parker Lane, and 55 Fairgrounds Road

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Senior Expo Planning Committee will meet on September 30, 2024 at the Saltmarsh Senior Center, 81 Washington Street Ext. The committee will discuss plans for the Senior Expo 2024, which is scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Nantucket High School. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, establishing quorum, and adjournment.

• Plan Senior Expo 2024 scheduled for Oct 19, 2024 at Nantucket High School

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will establish a quorum, approve the agenda and minutes, and conduct a final review of the FY26 Request for Proposals (RFP) incorporating changes from September 19, 2024. It will discuss the FY26 evaluation rubric and set dates for the bidders information session, RFP release, and evaluation period meetings. Additional public comment and other business may be addressed before adjournment.

• Final Review of FY26 RFP with changes and additions (Sept. 19, 2024)
• Discussion of FY26 evaluation rubric
• Finalize schedule for bidders information session, RFP release, and evaluation meetings