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🗳️ How this town voted (53 contests)
Official town-by-town returns — MA Secretary of the Commonwealth (PD43+). ✓ marks this town's plurality choice.
U.S. Senate 2024-11-05
Elizabeth Ann Warren ✓ 46 · John Deaton 23
U.S. House — 9th Congressional 2024-11-05
Bill Keating ✓ 45 · Dan Sullivan 22
State Senate — Cape and Islands 2024-11-05
Julian Andre Cyr ✓ 42 · Christopher Robert Lauzon 17 · Joe Van Nes 3
State Representative — Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket 2024-11-05
Thomas W. Moakley ✓ 49
Register of Deeds — Dukes 2024-11-05
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Governor's Council — 1st 2024-11-05
Joseph C. Ferreira ✓ 31 · Krysten Condon 26
Clerk of Courts — Dukes County 2024-11-05
T. George Davis ✓ 47
U.S. Senate 2024-09-03
Elizabeth Ann Warren ✓ 11
U.S. Senate 2024-09-03
John Deaton ✓ 3 · Robert J. Antonellis 1 · Ian Cain
U.S. House — 9th Congressional 2024-09-03
Bill Keating ✓ 12
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Dan Sullivan ✓ 5

Recent meetings

Mon Aug 3, 2026

Selectboard

Selectboard to discuss wave energy project and propane availability

The Selectboard will meet to discuss the Marine Renewable Energy Collaborative Wave Energy Project and propane availability to the island. The board will also review updates on fuel farm operations and the transfer station. Members will vote on the approval of warrants.

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TOWN OF GOSNOLD – Selectboard Agenda August 3, 2026 @ 10:30 AM – Selectboard Meeting Town Hall/Zoom – 28 Tower Hill Road Posted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30A, §20b Virtual Meeting Via Zoom – See invite details @ www.townofgosnold.org ANNOUNCEMENT - The Board chair reasonably anticipates the following board and committees will provide general updates and the following matters will be discussed and/or voted on at this meeting: Approval of Minutes Old Business New Business Business License and Permit Approvals - if needed Marine Renewable Energy Collaborative (MRECo.) Wave Energy Project Donation Acceptance for First Aid Fund, Public Safety Department, & 5K Run/Walk Propane Availability to Island Selectboard Updates Town Manager Update Fuel Delivery and Fuel Farm Operations Transfer Station Beautification Update Public (Portable) Bathrooms at/near the Visitor’s Center Cardboard Compactor Update Public Safety Officer FY 27 Annual Municipal Appointment Solicitation Results Implementation Status of the Vehicle Safety Advisory & Registration Distribution Status of Summer Safety Advisory Board, Committee, or Department Updates Accountant/Treasurer FinCom Town Clerk - Early Voting Water Public Comment Approve Warrants4629150251445 Meeting Schedule - August 17, 31, and September 18, 2026 Work Session: Organizational Sustainability and Succession Planning - Part 2 Adjournment
Fri Jul 24, 2026

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to review pier and test range projects

The Gosnold Conservation Commission will consider a request for a determination of applicability for the Naushon West End Pier and sign an order of conditions for the Cuttyhunk Test Range Project. The meeting will also approve minutes from the June 26, 2026 session and allow public comment.

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GOSNOLD CONSERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA Friday, July 24, 2026 @ 10:30 AM @ Gosnold Town Hall Approve minutes of June 26, 2026 Consider Request for Determination of Applicability for Naushon West End Pier Sign Order of Conditions for Cuttyhunk Test Range Project Public Comment Schedule August meeting Adjournment
Mon Jul 20, 2026

Selectboard

Selectboard to discuss housing strategy, fuel farm, and environmental monitoring

The Gosnold Selectboard will meet to discuss and potentially vote on several items, including a water waiver for a cottage, confirmation of a Board of Health agent, and a proposal for environmental monitoring of the town's closed landfill and transfer station. Old business includes an update on the Transfer Station beautification project. A work session is scheduled to develop a comprehensive housing strategy.

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TOWN OF GOSNOLD – Selectboard Agenda July 20, 2026 @ 10:30 AM – Selectboard Meeting Town Hall/Zoom – 28 Tower Hill Road Posted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30A, §20b Virtual Meeting Via Zoom – See invite details @ www.townofgosnold.org ANNOUNCEMENT - The Board chair reasonably anticipates the following board and committees will provide general updates and the following matters will be discussed and/or voted on at this meeting: Approval of Minutes Old Business Munds Cottage Water Waiver b) Transfer Station Beautification Update New Business Business License and Permit Approvals - if needed Board of Health Agent Confirmation FY2027 CEC Environmental Monitoring Proposal for Closed Landfill and Transfer Station Selectboard Updates Town Manager Update Fuel Delivery and Fuel Farm Operations Former Packer Fuel Farm Site - Town Counsel Letter Public (Portable) Bathrooms at/near the Visitor’s Center Cardboard Compactor Update Public Safety Officer Emergency Safety Boat FY 27 Annual Municipal Appointment Solicitation Results Implementation Status of the Vehicle Safety Advisory & Registration Distribution Status of Summer Safety Advisory Board and Committee Updates Accountant/Treasurer Financial Statements Review b) Harbor Management Committee Public Comment Approve Warrants 4572000213746 Meeting Schedule - August 3, 17, 31, and September 18, 2026 Work Session: Developing a Comprehensive Housing Strategy (Determine most pressing issue (housing) and …
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Fri Jul 17, 2026

Harbor Management

Harbor committee to discuss mooring requests and decommissioning plan

The Gosnold Harbor Management Committee will review minutes and mail, hear a report from the Dock Master, discuss a request for two additional moorings for a spotter buoy, and consider an RFP for decommissioning harbor moorings in fall 2026. The meeting also includes an update on the Harbor Master position and a to-do list review.

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TOWN OF GOSNOLD HARBOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE AGENDA Friday, July 17, 2026 @10:30 AM @ Gosnold Town Hall Review/Approve Minutes of June 12, 2026 Review Approve Mail/Invoices Report from Dock Master – Maddie Lynch Request from Steve Barrett – 2 Additional moorings for Spotter Buoy Update on Harbor Master Position/Selectboard Update Request for Proposal – Decommissioning Harbor Mooring Fall 2026 Update to do list Public Comment August 14, 2026 Next Meeting Adjournment
Fri Jul 10, 2026

Selectboard

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Mon Jul 6, 2026

Selectboard

Selectboard to discuss Harbor Master position, fuel operations, and public safety items

The Gosnold Selectboard will meet to discuss and potentially vote on several operational items including the Harbor Master position status, fuel delivery and farm operations, a draft letter regarding the former Packer Fuel Farm site, and public bathroom placement near the Visitor’s Center. The board will also receive updates on the Transfer Station Beautification Project, food establishment health inspections, and the status of the Emergency Safety Boat and Vehicle Safety Advisory.

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TOWN OF GOSNOLD – Selectboard Agenda July 6, 2026 @ 10:30 AM – Selectboard Meeting Town Hall/Zoom – 28 Tower Hill Road Posted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30A, §20b Virtual Meeting Via Zoom – See invite details @ www.townofgosnold.org ANNOUNCEMENT - The Board chair reasonably anticipates the following board and committees will provide general updates and the following matters will be discussed and/or voted on at this meeting: Approval of Minutes Old Business Munds Cottage Water Waiver A. Hinson Cremains Request - Town of Gosnold Cemetery Regulations New Business Harbor Master Position Status Update Business License and Permit Approvals - if needed Selectboard Updates Town Manager Update Fuel Delivery and Fuel Farm Operations Transfer Station Beautification Project Food Establishment Health & Safety Inspections Update Former Packer Fuel Farm Site - Town Counsel Draft Letter Public (Portable) Bathrooms at/near the Visitor’s Center Public Safety Officer Emergency Safety Boat FY 27 Annual Municipal Appointment Solicitation Implementation Status of the Vehicle Safety Advisory & Registration Distribution Status of Summer Safety Advisory USACOE Status of Barges Beach Dike Extension Board and Committee Updates Accountant/Treasurer Financial Statements Review Public Comment Approve Warrants 4572000213746 Meeting Schedule - July 20, August 3, 17, 31, and September 18, 2026 Work Session: Organizational Sustainability and Succession Planning @ 1:00pm …
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Fri Jun 26, 2026

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to review two land-use filings

The Gosnold Conservation Commission will consider a Notice of Intent from Steve Barrett of MREC and a Determination of Applicability from Karl Hinrich. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of open projects.

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GOSNOLD CONSERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Friday, June 26, 2026 @ 10:30 AM @ Gosnold Town Hall Approve Minutes of April 20, 2026 Consider Notice of Intent Filed by Steve Barrett of MREC Consider Determination of Applicability filed by Karl Hinrich Discuss open projects Public Comment Adjournment
Mon Jun 22, 2026

Selectboard

Selectboard to discuss USACOE barge beach dike extension and Cuttyhunk test range signage

The Gosnold Selectboard will discuss and potentially vote on several items including a US Army Corps of Engineers status update on the Barges Beach Dike Extension, a Cuttyhunk Test Range Signage Review with MRECo, and a donation acceptance for first aid and safety. The board will also review the Dukes County Hazard Mitigation Plan update, approve minutes, and handle business license and permit approvals. The agenda includes multiple updates on town operations, public safety incidents, and seasonal appointments.

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TOWN OF GOSNOLD – Selectboard Agenda June 22, 2026 @ 10:30 AM – Selectboard Meeting Town Hall/Zoom – 28 Tower Hill Road Posted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30A, §20b Virtual Meeting Via Zoom – See invite details @ www.townofgosnold.org ANNOUNCEMENT - The Board chair reasonably anticipates the following board and committees will provide general updates and the following matters will be discussed and/or voted on at this meeting: New Business Approval of Minutes Business License and Permit Approvals USACOE Status of Barges Beach Dike Extension Cuttyhunk Test Range Signage Review - MRECo. Donation Acceptance for First Aid & Safety Dukes County Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) Update - MV Commission Letter with Link Selectboard Updates Town Manager Update Fuel Delivery and Fuel Farm Operations Transfer Station Beautification Project Food Establishment Health & Safety Inspections - June 23, 2026 Former Packer Fuel Farm Site - Draft Letter Public (Portable) Bathrooms at/near the Visitor’s Center Public Safety Incidents Multi-Vandalism Incident Tuesday Morning - June 2, 2026 Golf Cart Crash - Thursday, June 11 - Friday, Jun 12, 2026 Status of Land near Fuel Farm and Adjacent for Additional Storage Public Safety Officer Staffing Assistance Emergency Safety Boat FY 27 Appointment Process Employee Nominations for Rehire Annual Municipal Appointment Solicitation Vehicle Safety Advisory Revision Summer Safety Advisory Revision Flyer Version Board and Committee …
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Fri Jun 12, 2026

Harbor Management

Harbor committee to discuss proposed resident transient rate

The Gosnold Harbor Management Committee will meet to review and approve minutes from May 4 and May 23, 2026, and to discuss a proposed resident transient rate. Reports from the Dock Master and Harbor Master are also scheduled.

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GOSNOLD HARBOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE AGENDA June 12, 2026 @ Gosnold Town Hall @ 10:30 AM Approve minutes of May 4 & May 23, 2026 Review/Approve mail & invoices Report from Dock Master/Asst. Harbor Master Maddie Lynch Report from Harbor Master Jake Farrell Discuss proposed Resident Transient Rate Update to do list Public Comment Scheduled meetings: July 17 & August 7, 2026 Adjournment
Thu Jun 4, 2026

Selectboard

Selectboard to discuss vandalism at wellfield, fuel farm, and safety items

The Gosnold Selectboard will discuss vandalism at the wellfield, a draft letter regarding the former Packer Fuel Farm site, and updates on the fuel barge, trash compactors, and public safety. The board will also consider FY27 employee rehire nominations, annual appointment solicitations, and vehicle and summer safety advisory revisions.

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TOWN OF GOSNOLD – Selectboard Agenda June 4, 2026 @ 10:30 AM – Selectboard Meeting Town Hall/Zoom – 28 Tower Hill Road Posted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30A, §20b Virtual Meeting Via Zoom – See invite details @ www.townofgosnold.org ANNOUNCEMENT - The Board chair reasonably anticipates the following board and committees will provide general updates and the following matters will be discussed and/or voted on at this meeting: 1) New Business a) Approval of Minutes b) Vandalism at the Wellfield 2) Selectboard Updates a) Town Manager Update i) Fuel Barge ii) Solid Waste Trash Compactors & Beautification iii) Former Packer Fuel Farm Site - Draft Letter b) Status of Land near Fuel Farm for Additional Storage c) Public Safety Officer Staffing Assistance d) Emergency Safety Boat e) Public (Portable) Bathrooms at/near the Visitor’s Center f) FY 27 Appointment Process i) Employee Nominations for Rehire ii) Annual Municipal Appointment Solicitation g) Vehicle Safety Advisory Revision h) Summer Safety Advisory Revision i) Flyer Version i) MA Rural Policy Advisory Commission - Public Engagement Campaign Update 3) Meeting Schedule - June 4 & 19, July 6, 20, August 3, 17, 31, and September 18, 2026 4) Public Comment 5) Approve Warrants 6) Adjournment Date: Time: Location: Signature:
Sat May 23, 2026

Harbor Management

Gosnold Harbor Committee to elect new chair, review invoices

The Gosnold Harbor Management Committee will meet to elect a new chair, review and approve invoices and payroll, and discuss a to-do list and meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy items or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Gosnold Harbor Management Committee elects new chair, approves $2,132.50 in invoices

The committee elected Lisa Wright as chair and approved two harbor-related invoices totaling $2,132.50. Members also discussed ongoing projects including WiFi installation, mooring reassignments, dock repairs, and security coverage.

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GOSNOLD HARBOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Saturday, May 23, 2026 @ 10:00 AM @ Gosnold Town Hall Elect new Chair to the Harbor Management Committee Review/Approve invoices/payroll Review to do list Review meeting schedule Public Comment Adjournment
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GOSNOLD HARBOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING May 23, 2026 @ Gosnold Town Hall and via Zoom Meeting opened @ 10:30 AM In person: Paula DiMare, Ron Dore, Seth Garfield, Duane Lynch, Win Sanford, Lisa Wright, Randal Zimbone, representing the 7 members of the Harbor Management Committee. Dockmaster/Asst. Harbormaster Maddie Lynch, Gail Blout, Tally Garfield, Bruce Borges, Cheryl Lovell, Dale Lynch. Via Zoom: Selectboard Member Sarah Berry, Treasurer Sarah Smith, Town Manager John Laverty, Donna Isabel, Donna Dore, Sean Uiterwyk, Alden Anderson, Rebecca Scott, Rebecca Hornbach, Isabel Day, Peggy Lovell Item 1. (Elect New Chair) After discussion a motion was made to appoint Lisa Wright to the Chair of the Harbor Management Committee. Duly seconded. So moved. Unanimous vote. Lisa welcomed Randal Zimbone as a newly elected member of the Harbor Management Committee. Item 2. (Review & Approve Invoices) There was a bill from C.E. Beckman for $431.51 and a bill from Dale Lynch of Lynch Marine for $1575.00 as part of the 2026 harbor commissioning. These were circulated for review and approval. Item 3. (Review To Do List) Dale Lynch updated the committee on his harbor commissioning work. The new ladders will be installed by June 12; Dale indicated he may need Dan Basso’s help with installation. Win reviewed the to do list: WIFI continues to be a priority and Chris Electronics is working on completing the wharf/harbor WIFI. The repeaters need to be installed. Lisa bumped the data pack …
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Fri May 22, 2026

Selectboard

Selectboard to review Annual Town Meeting, reorganize committees, and discuss emergency safety boat

The Gosnold Selectboard will meet to review the recent Annual Town Meeting, reorganize the board and committees, and discuss several operational items including an emergency safety boat, the former Packer Fuel Farm site, and trash compactors. The meeting also includes a tick presentation by a public health biologist.

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TOWN OF GOSNOLD – Selectboard Agenda May 22, 2026 @ 10:30 AM – Selectboard Meeting Town Hall/Zoom – 28 Tower Hill Road Posted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30A, §20b Virtual Meeting Via Zoom – See invite details @ www.townofgosnold.org ANNOUNCEMENT - The Board chair reasonably anticipates the following board and committees will provide general updates and the following matters will be discussed and/or voted on at this meeting: New Business Approval of Minutes Annual Town Meeting Review Selectboard Reorganization Goals: Comprehensive Projects List Annual Town Meeting Debrief Elected Officials and Committee Reorganization Emergency Safety Boat Former Packer Fuel Farm Site Appointment Process FY27 Proposal Vehicle Safety Advisory Draft Summer Safety Advisory Draft MA Rural Policy Advisory Commission - Public Engagement Campaign/Request for Input Selectboard Updates Town Manager Update Fuel Barge Solid Waste Trash Compactors & Beautification Portable Bathroom Public Safety Officer Candidate Status of Land near Fuel Farm for Additional Storage Board and Committee Updates Cemetery - Revisit Regulations Public Safety - Tick Presentation at 1pm by Patrick Roden-Reynolds, Public Health Biologist - Martha's Vineyard & Nantucket, Island-Integrated Public Health Collaborative Meeting Schedule - June 4 & 19, 2026 Public Comment Approve Warrants Adjournment
Fri May 8, 2026

Selectboard

Gosnold Selectboard to review FY27 budget, warrant articles, and fuel barge

The Gosnold Selectboard will discuss and potentially vote on the FY27 budget, review and sign draft warrant articles for the Annual Town Meeting, and consider several operational items including a fuel barge, solid waste trash compactors, a portable bathroom, a public safety officer candidate, a West End Pond license, and a one-day liquor license for the Plein Air Festival. The board will also consider a water taxi approval for Godfrey to/from Martha’s Vineyard and receive updates from the Finance Committee.

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TOWN OF GOSNOLD – Selectboard Agenda May 8, 2026 @ 10:30 AM – Selectboard Meeting Town Hall/Zoom – 28 Tower Hill Road Posted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30A, §20b Virtual Meeting Via Zoom – See invite details @ www.townofgosnold.org ANNOUNCEMENT - The Board chair reasonably anticipates the following board and committees will provide general updates and the following matters will be discussed and/or voted on at this meeting: New Business Approval of Minutes Selectboard Updates Town Manager Update Fuel Barge Solid Waste Trash Compactors & Beautification Portable Bathroom Public Safety Officer Candidate West End Pond License One-Day Special Liquor License Application - Plein Air Festival Annual Town Meeting Preparation Godfrey Water Taxi Approval - To/From Martha’s Vineyard Board and Committee Updates Finance Committee Scheduled FY27 Budget Meeting Warrant Article Review and Signature - DRAFT FY27 Warrant Articles Warrant Article Appendix Documents and Distribution (Who & What) Meeting Schedule - May 22, 2026; June 5 & 19, 2026 Draft Annual Town Meeting Timeline: May 11, 2026 Signed 2027 Warrant Posted May 18, 2026 Annual Town Meeting Public Comment Approve Warrants Adjournment
Mon May 4, 2026

Harbor Management

Harbor committee to hear updates from harbormaster and dockmaster

The Gosnold Harbor Management Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review mail and bills, and receive updates from Harbormaster Jake Farrell and Dockmaster Maddie Lynch. The agenda also includes a Selectboard update, old and new business, and a to-do list review.

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GOSNOLD HARBOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE AGENDA Monday, May 4, 2026 @10:30 AM @ Gosnold Town Hall and via Zoom Approve minutes of April 17, 2026 Review Mail/Bills Update from Harbormaster Jake Farrell Update from Dockmaster Maddie Lynch Selectboard Update – Win Sanford Old Business New Business To Do List Update Meeting Schedule Public Comment Adjournment
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