Nantucket County public meetings in 2022

Affordable Housing Trust

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust will hold a remote meeting to review and take action on additional funding and associated documentation for the 31 Fairgrounds project. The agenda includes only this substantive item alongside standard procedural matters.

• Review and action on additional funding and documentation for 31 Fairgrounds

The Affordable Housing Trust approved two sets of amendments for grants and loans related to 31 Fairgrounds. The total funding authorized across both requests exceeds $3.5 million, with loans not amortizing until years 51-57.

• Approved first amendment for funding in the amount of $1,766,000 (5-0)
• Approved second amendment for $1,763,212 divided as $1 million grant and $763,212 loan (5-0)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust will consider providing an additional $1,766,000 in grants and loans to NHA Properties for the 22-unit affordable housing project at 31 Fairgrounds Road. The funds cover increased construction costs, redesigns approved by the Planning Board and Historic District Commission, and solar infrastructure. The trust will also vote on amending the existing MOU, mortgage, and promissory note to reflect the new funding.

• Review and action on additional $810,000 grant and $956,000 in loans for 31 Fairgrounds Road project
• Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding with NHA Properties for increased project costs
• Modification of mortgage increasing secured debt from $6,750,000 to $7,706,000
• Amendment to promissory note adding $956,000 loan with 0.5% interest over 7-year term after 50-year original term
• Loan forgiveness possible if NHA meets performance criteria including timely completion and compliance with affordable housing requirements

Affordable Housing Trust

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees is voting on amendments to provide an additional $1,766,000 in grants and loans to NHA Properties, Inc. for the 22-unit affordable housing project at 31 Fairgrounds Road. The funding covers increased construction costs, design changes, and solar infrastructure. The board will also consider modifications to the mortgage and promissory note to reflect the increased loan amount.

• Additional $810,000 grant for inflationary cost increases and expanded square footage
• Additional $956,000 in loans for redesigns approved by Planning Board and Historic District Commission and for solar installation costs
• Total loan principal increased from $6,750,000 to $7,706,000
• Additional loan has 0.5% interest, amortizing over 7 years after the original 50-year term
• Trust may forgive the additional loan if NHA meets performance criteria including timely completion and compliance with affordable housing requirements

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee meeting scheduled for December 29, 2022, has been cancelled. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Capital Program Committee

This meeting of the Capital Program Committee has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on 12 Notices of Intent for projects including developments on Easton Street, Lily Street, Millbrook Road, Dukes Road, Hummock Pond Road, Tom Nevers, Squam Road, Western Avenue, Meader Street, Sankaty Head Road, and East Tristram Avenue. The meeting also includes amended orders of conditions, requests for determination of applicability, minor modifications, certificates of compliance, and discussion of regulatory updates and enforcement actions.

• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for 55 Easton Street (Easton Street, LLC)
• Public hearing on Notice of Intent for 43 & 45 Squam Road (Nantucket Whales End II, LLC)
• Amended Order of Conditions for Linda Loring Nature Foundation at 90-136 Eel Point Road
• Certificate of Compliance for 14 Moors End Lane (Akseizer)
• Discussion of regulatory update and enforcement actions

The Commission issued enforcement orders to the prior owner, current owner ('Sconset Trust), and contractors for unauthorized clear-cutting at 2 Gully Road. Several other residential projects were approved or closed, while four others were continued to January 5th.

• Issued enforcement orders to prior owner, 'Sconset Trust, and contractors for work at 2 Gully Road (5-0)
• Closed and issued amended orders for projects at 43 Millbrook Road, 32 Dukes Road, and 77 Hummock Pond Road (5-0)
• Approved installation of removable aluminum stairs at Tom Nevers and 40 Western Avenue (5-0)
• Closed and issued order for garage with 2nd-floor living space at 36 Easton Street (5-0)
• Closed and issued order for porch and deck work at 37 Sankaty Head Road (5-0)
• Approved shed at 16 Gardner Road as a Negative 3 (5-0)
• Issued amended orders for 90-136 Eel Point Road, 32 Western Avenue, and 41 Hulbert Avenue (5-0)
• Continued hearings for 55 Easton Street, 36B Lily Street, 43 & 45 Squam Road, 21 Meader Street, and 13 & 17 East Tristram Avenue

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will review 14 Notices of Intent (NOIs) for projects at various properties, along with several other permit applications including Abbreviated Orders of Conditions, a Request for Determination of Applicability, and Modified Orders of Conditions. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from December 15, 2022.

• NOI 55 Easton Street
• NOI 36B Lily Street
• NOI 43 Millbrook Road
• NOI 32 Dukes Road
• NOI 77 Hummock Pond Road

County Commission

The Nantucket County Commission will vote on approving town counsel's assent to a complaint for the taking of Nobadeer Avenue and discuss a petition to discontinue Baxter Road by the Nantucket Land Council. The meeting also includes approval of October 2022 minutes and payroll warrants for November and December 2022.

• Request to authorize town counsel to execute assent to complaint for taking of Nobadeer Avenue
• Discussion on petition for discontinuance of Baxter Road by Nantucket Land Council, Inc.
• Approval of minutes from October 26, 2022
• Approval of payroll and treasury warrants for November and December 2022

The Commission authorized Town Counsel to execute an assent to complaint for the taking of Nobadeer Avenue. Members discussed a petition to discontinue Baxter Road but took no action, agreeing to wait for an update from Town Administration.

• Approved Minutes of October 26, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Payroll and Treasury Warrants for November and December 2022 (4-0)
• Approved authorization for Town Counsel to execute Assent to Complaint for taking of Nobadeer Avenue (4-0)

County Commission

The County Commissioners will discuss a petition from the Nantucket Land Council to discontinue a 0.52-mile portion of Baxter Road from Bayberry Lane to Sankaty Lighthouse and lay it out as a private way. The board will also vote on authorizing Town Counsel to execute an assent for a Land Court case involving the taking of Nobadeer Avenue. The meeting includes approval of minutes and payroll warrants for November and December 2022.

• Discussion of petition to discontinue 0.52 miles of Baxter Road (a county highway) and lay it out as a private way
• Request to authorize Town Counsel to execute Assent to Complaint for taking of Nobadeer Avenue (55 Nobadeer Ave.)
• Approval of minutes from October 26, 2022 meeting
• Approval of payroll and treasury warrants for November and December 2022

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will hold public hearings on taking several paper streets for public ways and open space, and on a Verizon utility conduit installation on Madaket Road. The board will also consider approving multiple contracts, including a restated land lease and PILOT agreement for the 1 Milestone Road solar project, a residential lease for town employee housing, and other professional services agreements. Updates are scheduled on the short-term rental work group, preservation planning, and the FY 2024 budget.

• Public hearing on taking portions of Masaquet Avenue, Atlantic Avenue, and Magnolia Avenue for public ways and open space
• Public hearing on Verizon's plan to install 453 feet of conduit on Madaket Road to serve 262 Madaket Road
• Approval of restated land lease and PILOT agreement for the 1 Milestone Road solar project with TotalEnergies (25-year terms)
• Approval of a $45,576 annual residential lease for town employee housing at 14 Somerset Road
• Approval of a $64,969 contract for a solar-PV system at the Surfside wastewater treatment facility

The Select Board approved several real estate license agreements and land takings for public access and municipal purposes. The Board also renewed annual business and liquor licenses, though two liquor licenses were not renewed. Additionally, the Board authorized a conflict waiver for Airport Counsel to represent the Keep Nantucket Real Fund.

• Approved Treasury Warrants and minutes from Dec 14 and Nov 2 (4-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to sign Surfside Wastewater solar project agreement and other pending contracts (4-0)
• Accepted all gifts for Natural Resources and Fire Departments (4-0)
• Approved annual business license renewals (3-0)
• Approved annual liquor license renewals, excluding Sophie T’s and Keeper’s (3-0)
• Approved license agreements for public access to 19 East Creek Road (4-0)
• Approved land takings for Masaquet Avenue, Atlantic Avenue, and Magnolia Avenue (4-0)
• Approved conflict waiver for Airport Counsel to represent Keep Nantucket Real Fund (4-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on taking several paper streets for public purposes and on a Verizon conduit installation on Madaket Road. They will also consider approving multiple contracts, including restated leases and a PILOT agreement for the 1 Milestone Road solar project, and renew annual licenses for businesses. The board will receive updates on the short-term rental work group, preservation planning, and the FY2024 budget.

• Public hearing on taking portions of Masaquet Avenue, Atlantic Avenue, and Magnolia Avenue for public ways and open space
• Public hearing on Verizon's proposal to install a 453-foot conduit on Madaket Road to serve 262 Madaket Road
• Approval of restated land lease, PILOT agreement, and net-metering credit purchase agreement for the 1 Milestone Road solar project (TotalEnergies, 25-year terms)
• Approval of $45,576 annual residential lease for town employee housing at 14 Somerset Road
• Renewal of annual liquor licenses and other business licenses (common victualler, entertainment, rental car, etc.)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust will discuss and potentially take action on several items, including conditions for additional funding at 31 Fairgrounds, a rental incentives program with Aspen Skiing Co., and warrant articles to serve households up to 240% of area median income. The board will also review a down payment assistance pilot program and timelines for requests for proposals on three properties.

• Discussion of rental incentives program with Aspen Skiing Co.
• Action on CCAP application for Maria Lucia Abreu at 1 Aster Court
• Discussion and action on conditions for additional funding at 31 Fairgrounds
• Discussion and action on warrant articles to serve up to 240% AMI
• Introduction of Down Payment Assistance Pilot Program

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will consider six fund requisitions totaling approximately $328,000 for projects including Nantucket Interfaith, Sustainable Nantucket, Nantucket Preservation Trust, and Sconset Trust. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of a new CPC office location.

• $17,676.64 FY'22 requisition for Nantucket Interfaith
• $1,229.60 FY'22 requisition for Nantucket Interfaith
• $18,190.92 FY'23 requisition for Nantucket Interfaith
• $7,369.94 FY'23 requisition for Sustainable Nantucket
• $33,401.50 FY'20 requisition for Nantucket Preservation Trust

The Committee approved five fund requisitions totaling $77,868.60 for various organizations. The meeting also included the approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Approved $17,676.64 FY’22 requisition for Nantucket Interfaith
• Approved $1,229.6 FY’22 requisition for Nantucket Interfaith
• Approved $18,190.924 FY’23 requisition for Nantucket Interfaith
• Approved $7,369.94 FY’23 requisition for Sustainable Nantucket
• Approved $33,401.50 FY’20 requisition for Nantucket Preservation Trust
• Approved September 20 and November 15, 2022 minutes

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will discuss several topics including Vineyard Wind, green crab management ideas, a harbors action plan update, sediment transport and dredge planning, and pool water discharge. They will also consider stormwater runoff impacts, excessive lawn fertilizer use, and an FDA shellfish taking prohibition in mooring fields. The board will discuss recommendations for the harbor plan update.

• Vineyard Wind – Discussion
• Green crabs – Scott Anderson’s ideas
• Harbors Action Plan Committee update & Discussion
• Sediment Transport & Dredge Plan – Discussion
• FDA shellfish taking prohibition in mooring fields

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will discuss rental incentives with Aspen Skiing Co., take action on a Community Preservation Act application for 1 Aster Court, review program summaries, and discuss funding conditions for 31 Fairgrounds. They will also consider warrant articles regarding serving up to 240% AMI and introduce a down payment assistance pilot program.

• Rental Incentives, Aspen Skiing Co. – DISCUSSION
• CCAP – ACTION: Maria Lucia Abreu – 1 Aster Court
• Conditions for Additional Funding – 31 Fairgrounds – DISCUSSION & ACTION
• RFP Timelines – 145 + 147 Orange Street, 12 Bartlett Road, and 7 Amelia Drive
• Introduction of Down Payment Assistance Pilot Program – DISCUSSION

The Trust approved a CCAP application for a resident and recommended a home rule petition to increase funding eligibility up to 240% Area Median Income. Members discussed loan conditions for 31 Fairgrounds and introduced a potential down payment assistance pilot program.

• Approved CCAP Application for Abreau household at 1 Aster Court for up to $15,000 (5-0)
• Recommended home rule petition to include AHT Declaration of Trust Amendment increasing funding up to 240% AMI on Annual Town Meeting Warrant (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Tabled approval of 11.15.22 minutes to the next meeting (4-0)

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will vote on its January-March 2023 meeting schedule and discuss a letter about reinstating advisory boards. The bulk of the meeting is dedicated to reviewing numerous applications for signs, consents, and new business items, including new signs, window replacements, additions, and new dwellings on historic properties.

• Vote on HDC January-March 2023 schedule
• Discussion on letter about reinstating advisory boards to the Select Board
• New sign applications for Nantucket Atheneum (1&3 India St) and others
• Consent items include window revisions at 11 Hulbert Ave and new cabana at 12b Oak Hollow
• New business includes window replacement at 8 Sparks Ave and garage demo at 126R Main St

The Commission approved several new dwellings, garages, and window replacements while holding multiple projects for revisions due to height and proportion concerns. Several items were not opened due to a lack of quorum or representation.

• Approved new dwelling at 9 Miller Lane with back porch inset 9" (5-0)
• Approved demolition/move off of dwelling at 37 Starbuck Road (5-0)
• Approved new dwelling and garage at 18 Nobadeer Avenue (4-0 and 3-1)
• Approved new sign at 5 Sparks Avenue with conditions (4-0)
• Held 2-story addition at 24 Cliff Road for revisions (4-0)
• Held new garage at 15 Morey Lane for revisions regarding height (4-0)
• Held guest house at 43 Kendrick Avenue for revisions to size and height (4-0)
• Approved window replacement at 8 Grand Avenue with corrected drawings (4-0)

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will vote on the FY24 school calendar and school improvement plans for NHS, CPS, NIS, and NES. They will also vote on several donations to school programs, including $100 to NHS Culinary Arts and $500 to NHS Woodworking. Presentations include a nursing program update, budget development for facilities and technology, and a revised bullying prevention plan.

• Vote to approve FY 24 School Calendar
• Vote to approve School Improvement Plans for NHS, CPS, NIS, NES
• Vote to approve $100 donation to NHS Culinary Arts from Steven & Carmella Loring
• Vote to approve $500 donation to NHS Building/Woodworking Club from Albert & Joanne Johnsen
• Vote to approve $200 donation to CPS WCPS News Program from The Upper Deck/Indian Summer

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council will consider five new sign applications, including two projecting signs at 12 Main St #2, and discuss construction sign regulations. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Nantucket Atheneum at 1&3 India St: new sign application
• Lawrence Maury at 54 Old South Rd: new sign application
• Chris Yates at 5 Sparks Ave: new sign application
• Chandra Miller at 12 Main St #2: two projecting sign applications
• Discussion of construction sign regulations

The Sign Advisory Council reviewed several sign applications, providing recommendations for approval or revisions. The council also discussed real estate and construction wall signs.

• Recommended approval for new sign at 1&3 India St (Nantucket Atheneum)
• Recommended hold for revisions for new sign at 54 Old South Rd (Lawrence Mauty)
• Recommended approval as noted for new sign at 5 Sparks Ave (Chris Yates)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)

Roads and Right of Way Committee

This meeting of the Nantucket Roads and Right of Way Committee scheduled for December 20, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will meet to interview and discuss funding requests from Martha's Vineyard Community Services, A Safe Place, Habitat for Humanity, and Addiction Solutions. The meeting will also include a call to order, quorum establishment, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Interview and discussion with Martha's Vineyard Community Services requesting town funding
• Interview and discussion with A Safe Place requesting town funding
• Interview and discussion with Habitat for Humanity requesting town funding
• Interview and discussion with Addiction Solutions requesting town funding

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will receive presentations on the Open Space and Recreation Plan update and the Nantucket Historic Survey Plan, discuss the NP&EDC mission, and hear a Transportation Program Manager update. The meeting is scheduled for December 19, 2022, at 5:00 PM via Zoom.

• Presentation – Open Space and Recreation Plan Update, Weston & Sampson
• Presentation – MHC, Nantucket Historic Survey Plan, Holly Backus, Preservation Planner
• Transportation Program Manager Update
• Discussion – NP&EDC Mission

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 24 and November 21, 2022. The remainder of the meeting consisted of presentations and updates regarding open space, historic preservation, and transportation projects.

• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved October 24, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved November 21, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve draft minutes from October and November 2022 and to discuss the 2022 Nantucket Open Space and Recreation Plan. The agenda also includes a packet on the Wauwinet Path and the commission's mission statement as posted on the website. No specific decisions or proposals with dollar amounts or rezonings are listed.

• Review of draft minutes from October 24, 2022
• Review of draft minutes from November 21, 2022
• Discussion of 2022 Nantucket Open Space and Recreation Plan
• Review of NPEDC packet on Wauwinet Path
• Review of commission mission statement as posted on website

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will hear a presentation on the draft final island-wide survey plan and vote to accept it, along with updates on Fish Lots survey work and a FY2024 grant. They will also consider a request from Beacon Wind to grant the commission 'consulting party' status, approve a support letter for 5 Surfside Rd HPTC, and discuss reconstituting HDC Advisory Boards.

• Vote to accept island-wide survey plan
• Request from Beacon Wind for consulting party status
• Approve support letter for 5 Surfside Rd HPTC
• Discuss reconstituting HDC Advisory Boards
• Review 2023 workplan for January meeting

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss and potentially ratify FY24 capital requests, including a $3.885 million airport employee housing project. The committee will also receive updates from the report-writing workgroup and consider adopting minutes from prior meetings.

• Discussion of $3.885 million airport employee housing project for 8 dorm units and manager apartment
• Ratification of FY24 capital requests and RORIs from December 8, 2022 meeting
• Potential adoption of minutes from December 1 and December 8, 2022 meetings
• Update on report-writing workgroup, including adding comments field to database and template report

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will meet to discuss FY24 capital requests and ratify the same agenda item from the December 8, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes updates from the report-writing workgroup and potential adoption of minutes from prior meetings.

• Discussion of FY24 Capital Requests and RORIs
• Ratification of agenda item from December 8, 2022 meeting
• Report-writing workgroup updates including adding a Comments and Footnotes field to the database
• Template report for workgroup and timely delivery
• Potential adoption of minutes from December 1 and December 8, 2022

The committee reviewed FY2024 capital requests, approving several infrastructure and vehicle projects while moving others to future years. Key approvals included EV charging stations and a multi-use path, while the underground wiring study was deferred.

• Advanced EV Charging Stations with a recommendation for Level II chargers (6-0)
• Advanced Wauwinet Road Multi-Use Path construction (6-0)
• Advanced Baseline environmental program (6-0)
• Advanced Trench and Technical Equipment and Trailer (6-0)
• Advanced second scale (6-0)
• Recommended Sewer F550 Utility Truck (6-0)
• Moved Island-Wide Underground Wiring Feasibility Study to an outyear (6-0)
• Moved Airport EV charge stations, Replacement Staff Vehicle, and Sewer EV vehicle to outyears

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Notice of Intent for the Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund at 41-119 Baxter Road. The meeting also includes a discussion or issuance of Orders of Conditions for the same project.

• Notice of Intent: Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund, 41-119 Baxter Road (multiple) SE48-3598 (Dunk)
• Orders of Conditions: Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund, 41-119 Baxter Road (multiple) SE48-3598 (Dunk)

The Commission discussed a Notice of Intent for the Sconset Beach Preservation Fund and the Town regarding Baxter Road. Members debated whether the application contained sufficient material changes to be reheard and expressed a need for independent legal counsel. No final decision was made on the merits of the application.

• Continued Sconset Beach Preservation Fund hearing to January 12, 2023

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss a Notice of Intent (NOI) for stabilization work at Baxter Road and Sconset Bluff. The agenda includes multiple letters regarding geotube encroachment and a repetitive NOI for Baxter Road geotubes. No decisions are recorded in the agenda text.

• NOI for Baxter Road and Sconset Bluff stabilization
• Letters regarding geotube encroachment at Baxter Road
• Repetitive NOI for Baxter Road geotubes
• Section 136-3F letter from SBPF

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to hold a public hearing and discuss citizen warrant articles. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its November 15, 2022 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2023.

• Public Hearing on Citizen Warrant Articles
• Discussion of Citizen Warrant Articles
• Approval of Meeting Minutes from November 15, 2022
• Date of Next Meeting – Monday, January 9th, 2023 @ 4 PM

The committee conducted a public hearing and discussion regarding various proposed articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. No final votes were taken on the proposed articles; the session focused on gathering information and legal guidance.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health will meet on December 15, 2022, at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes a variance request for 26 Naushon Way regarding nitrogen loading, a loan release for 8 Maine Avenue, and ratification of a condemnation at 7 Square Rigger Road.

• Variance request for 26 Naushon Way, 80-190, nitrogen loading – continuation
• Release of loan per tax collector's request for 8 Maine Avenue 60.3.1-435
• Ratify Condemnation of 7 Square Rigger Road, upstairs dwelling unit
• Review of Minutes from November 17, 2022
• Director's Report

The Board of Health ratified the condemnation of an upstairs dwelling unit due to a lack of central heat. The board also approved a loan release for 8 Maine Avenue and granted a nitrogen loading variance for 26 Naushon Way.

• Approved release of loan for 8 Maine Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved variance request for nitrogen loading at 26 Naushon Way (4-1)
• Ratified condemnation of upstairs dwelling unit at 7 Square Rigger Road (unanimous)
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is reviewing two variance/exemption requests for properties at 8 Maine Avenue and 26 Naushon Way. The agenda includes staff recommendations and supporting documents for these items. No other substantive business is listed.

• Variance request for 8 Maine Avenue (title release request)
• Exemption/variance request for 26 Naushon Way (parcel 80-190)
• Staff recommendation for 26 Naushon Way

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The Nantucket Cannabis Advisory Committee will meet remotely to discuss pending committee appointments, elect officers, and continue reviewing host agreements. They will also review a new Massachusetts cannabis law enacted on November 9, 2022. The meeting includes public comment and updates from commissioners.

• Pending appointments to Select Board and Planning Board
• Election of officers
• Continued review and comment on Nantucket host agreements
• Review of new Massachusetts cannabis law (11/9/22)

Tree Advisory Committee

The Nantucket Tree Advisory Committee will hold its regular monthly meeting remotely via Zoom. Items include a memorial plaque for Bob Graves at the Elm in front of Mitchell's Book Store, an Elm donation by Pam Murphy on New Street in Sconset, and a hearing request to remove/replace a tree at 17 Academy Lane. The committee will also continue discussion of the new Sewer Force Main project and review status of several action items.

• Memorial plaque for Bob Graves at the Elm in front of Mitchell's Book Store
• Elm donation by Pam Murphy at her property on New Street in Sconset
• Hearing request to remove/replace tree at 17 Academy Lane by Dominic Stevens
• Follow-up on tree trimming at 36 Hooper Road
• Continued discussion of new Sewer Force Main project

Cemetery Commission

The Commission will review the FY2023 capital and operating budgets. Discussion includes next steps for a monument restoration project and supplies needed for new Polpis lots.

• Approval of November 9, 2022 minutes
• Approval of lot sales since last meeting
• Monument Restoration Project next steps
• Supplies for additional Polpis lots: Toe and corner markers
• FY2023 Capital and Operating Budgets

The Commission approved the minutes from November 9, 2022. Members reviewed topographic maps of several cemeteries and discussed the status of the Polpis land swap and Newtown lot consolidation. No lot sales occurred since the previous meeting.

• Approved November 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

This meeting of the Nantucket Contract Review Committee has been cancelled. The agenda had included interviews and discussions with human services agencies requesting town funding.

• Meeting cancelled; no decisions or discussions occurred

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the FY2024 General Fund Budget presentation and continue preliminary review of town-sponsored and citizen warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. They will also review a Milestone Road bike path extension design and a proposed intersection redesign at Milestone Road/Polpis Road. Several contracts are up for approval, including a $202,100 professional services agreement for the Pleasant Street roadway improvement project.

• FY 2024 General Fund Budget presentation
• Review of Milestone Road Bike Path Extension Design and Milestone Road/Polpis Road Intersection Redesign
• Professional Service Agreement with Environmental Partners Group, LLC for $202,100 for Pleasant St roadway improvement
• Amendment to Police Department contract with Axon Enterprise Inc adding $35,280 for license plate recognition technology
• Purchase Agreement for a 2023 Ford Super Duty F-250 for the Fire Department at $74,960.05

The Select Board approved a letter of support for the Milestone Road bike path extension and Polpis Road intersection redesign. The Board also approved several warrants, pending contracts, and the resignation of a Council on Aging member.

• Approved letter of support for Milestone Road bike path extension and Polpis Road intersection redesign (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 7 and December 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll warrants for December 11, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved treasury warrants for December 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved pending contracts as listed in Exhibit 1 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Kendra Lockley from the Council on Aging (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will receive updates on municipal solar projects, the FY 2024 General Fund budget, and a review of the Milestone Road bike path extension and intersection redesign. They will also consider accepting resignations from the Council on Aging and approving several contracts, including a $202,100 agreement for Pleasant Street roadway improvements.

• $202,100 professional service agreement for Pleasant Street roadway improvements
• Update on 3.8MW solar project at Wyer's Valley and 106kW array at Surfside Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Review of Milestone Road bike path extension and Polpis Road intersection redesign
• Acceptance of three resignations from the Council on Aging
• Amendment to add $35,280 for license plate recognition technology to police vehicles

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss and vote on the January-March 2023 meeting schedule. The agenda includes 23 consent items, 7 conditional consents, and over 40 new and old business applications for property alterations, additions, and new construction across Nantucket.

• Vote on January-March 2023 HDC meeting schedule
• 23 consent items including roof replacements, hardscape, and window changes
• 7 conditional consents for solar arrays, pools, and spas with visibility restrictions
• New business: 4 Cabot Lane addition/foundation, 29 Fair St historic renovation
• Old business: 10 Lincoln Ave garage demo/new build, 126 Main St renovation

The Historic District Commission approved various hardscape, roofing, and construction projects, including several renovations at 27 and 29 Fair Street. Several larger projects at 33 Cliff Road and 10 Lincoln Avenue were held for revisions due to scale and design concerns.

• Approved 23 consent items for hardscape, roofing, and minor alterations (4-1)
• Approved 7 consent items with conditions for solar arrays and pools (unanimous)
• Approved addition and new foundation at 4 Cabot Lane (3-2)
• Approved historic renovation at 29 Fair Street with platinum grey clapboard (4-1)
• Approved historic renovation and hardscape at 27 Fair Street (unanimous)
• Approved new dwelling at 21 Allen's Lane (unanimous)
• Approved picket fence at 54 Washington Street (unanimous)
• Tabled demolition of garage at 10 Lincoln Avenue for revisions (unanimous)

Nantucket Cultural Council

The Nantucket Cultural Council will meet remotely via Zoom to approve prior meeting minutes, elect new officers, and review the 2022 grant application panel book. The meeting is scheduled for December 13, 2022 at 4:00 PM.

• Approval of November 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Vote on new officers
• Review of 2022 Grant Application Panel Book

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. in the Land Bank Conference Room. The agenda includes a presentation on agriculture as a community benefit, discussion of a Conservation Commission application for 36B Lily Street, and adoption of the annual 'M' exemption amount. The commission will also enter executive session to discuss ongoing litigation and real estate acquisition.

• Discussion of Conservation Commission application for 36B Lily Street
• Adoption of annual 'M' exemption amount
• Executive session for litigation: The Ceylon Elves, LLC v. Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission (3 & 3B Wyer's Way)
• Executive session for litigation: Nantucket Islands Land Bank v. Hunter S. Ziesing (6 Wesco Place)
• Executive session for litigation: Richard Corey v. Massachusetts DEP (Petrel Landing/17 Commercial Street)

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will discuss terminal optimization and BIL AIG legislation, the South Apron Operating Plan, a proposed public hearing on rates and charges, and the FY24 draft operating budget. The meeting also includes pending items on capital approval and PFAS investigation, plus an executive session for collective bargaining.

• 121322-01: Terminal Optimization & BIL AIG Legislation presentation
• 121322-02: South Apron Operating Plan presentation
• 091019-01: Capital Approval Process/Home Rule Petition update
• 071420-03: Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Investigation update
• 111822-03: Rates and Charges public hearing proposed for January 10, 2023

The Commission approved a contract for a new Ford F-250 and legal services for 2023. Members discussed the South Apron Operating Plan and terminal optimization, though no final votes were taken on those designs. The board also reviewed the FY24 draft operating budget.

• Approved 11/18/22 draft minutes (5-0)
• Ratified 11/16/22 and 12/07/22 warrants (5-0)
• Approved $56,316.75 contract with MHQ, Inc. for a 2022 Ford F-250 (5-0)
• Approved Anderson & Kreiger, LLP agreement for 2023 legal services (5-0)
• Approved Zenergy Building Technologies contract amendment to extend HVAC project date to 3/31/23 (5-0)

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will meet to discuss planning for four properties: 321 Polpis Road, 19 Wauwinet Road, 14 Cathcart Road, and 166 Hummock Pond Road. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda consists solely of planning discussions.

• 321 Polpis Road – Planning Discussion
• 19 Wauwinet Road – Planning Discussion
• 14 Cathcart Road – Planning Discussion
• 166 Hummock Pond Road – Planning Discussion

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve improvements at the Milestone and Polpis Path intersection. The agenda includes a call to order, quorum establishment, and adjournment.

• Milestone and Polpis Path intersection improvements

The Commission approved a letter of support to MassDOT regarding the intersection of Milestone and Polpis. The letter requests that MassDOT take over the oversight, design, and construction of the path and intersection projects.

• Approved agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved and endorsed letter of support to MassDOT for Milestone and Polpis Path and Intersection Improvements (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board will meet remotely on December 12, 2022, to discuss and potentially act on multiple dwelling applications, including secondary, garage, and tertiary dwellings at specific addresses. The board will also consider several ANR (Approval Not Required) plans and hold public hearings on various applications, many of which are requesting continuations. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and discussion of 2023 Annual Town Meeting articles.

• Secondary dwelling applications: ACK TACK, LLC at 19 Bishops Rise; John & Rachel Rosenberg at 15 Hedgebury Lane; 88 Pocomo LLC at 88 Pocomo Road
• Garage apartment applications: 37 ACK LLC at 33 Tennessee Avenue; David Pekarcik at 52R Hooper Farm Road; Jody Vanderdonck Newman & Robert C. Newman at 6 Topping Lift
• Tertiary dwelling application: David Pekarcik at 52 Hooper Farm Road
• ANR plans for multiple properties including Westmoor Club, LLC at 100 Cliff Road and WKP REALTY TRUST at 27 Fairgrounds Road
• Public hearings with continuations requested for 39 Union Street, 18-26 Sparks Avenue, and 9 Madaket Road

The Planning Board approved several applications for secondary dwellings, garage apartments, and tertiary dwellings. It also endorsed multiple Acts of No Relation (ANR) and approved specific property applications at Airport Road, Allen's Lane, Sleepy Hollow Road, and Stone Post Way.

• Approved all listed secondary dwellings, garage apartments, and tertiary dwellings (unanimous)
• Approved and endorsed all listed ANRs (5-0)
• Approved release of Form J for Richmond Great Point Development (5-0)
• Approved one-year second dwelling extension for Galley West, LLC (5-0)
• Approved 1 Airport Road, LLC with staff conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 7 Airport Road, LLC with staff conditions (5-0)
• Approved 21 Allen's Lane with staff conditions (5-0)
• Approved 12 Sleepy Hollow Road & 74 Sommerset Road with staff conditions (5-0)

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board will hold public hearings and review multiple applications for secondary dwellings, garage apartments, and ANR (Approval Not Required) plans at its December 12, 2022 meeting. Items include secondary dwellings at 19 Bishops Rise, 15 Hedgebury Lane, and 88 Pocomo Road; garage apartments at 33 Tennesse Avenue, 52R Hooper Farm Road, and 6 Topping Lift; and a tertiary dwelling at 52 Hooper Farm Road. The board will also consider ANR plans for several properties and public hearings for developments including Sandpiper Place, Westmoor Club, and properties on Airport Road, Old South Road, and others. Draft article concepts for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting are also on the agenda.

• Secondary dwelling applications at 19 Bishops Rise, 15 Hedgebury Lane, and 88 Pocomo Road
• Garage apartment proposals at 33 Tennesse Avenue, 52R Hooper Farm Road, and 6 Topping Lift
• Public hearings for Sandpiper Place (43 Beach Grass Road and 24 Honeysuckle Drive) and Westmoor Club
• ANR plans for 100A Cliff Road, 27 Fairgrounds Road, 54 Burnel Street, and other properties
• Draft article concepts for 2023 Annual Town Meeting

Real Estate Assessment Committee

The Real Estate Assessment Committee will meet remotely on Monday, December 12, 2022 at 2:00 PM. The committee is scheduled to review proposed takings of portions of Masaquet Avenue and Atlantic Avenue (Lots A-D on Plan No. 2022-48) and portions of Magnolia Avenue (P-1 through P-5 and easements E-1 and E-2 on Plan No. 2022-51), both authorized by prior Town Meeting votes. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from September 12 and November 14, 2022.

• Review proposed taking of portions of Masaquet Avenue and Atlantic Avenue (Lots A-D, Plan No. 2022-48), authorized by 2011 Town Meeting Article 98
• Review proposed taking of portions of Magnolia Avenue (P-1 through P-5) and easements (E-1 and E-2, Plan No. 2022-51), authorized by 2012 Town Meeting Article 87
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2022 and November 14, 2022 meetings

The Real Estate Assessment Committee recommended that the Select Board proceed with the taking of specific land portions on Masaquet Avenue, Atlantic Avenue, and Magnolia Avenue. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended Select Board move forward with taking portions of Masaquet Avenue and Atlantic Avenue (3-0)
• Recommended Select Board move forward with taking portions of Magnolia Avenue (3-0)
• Approved minutes from 9.12.22 and 11.14.22 (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will conduct interviews and discussions with several human services agencies. These agencies are requesting town funding.

• Interview with Artist’s Association of Nantucket
• Interview with Sherburne Commons
• Interview with Inter Faith Council
• Interview with NAMI

Real Estate Assessment Committee

The Real Estate Assessment Committee will consider recommending the taking of portions of Masaquet Avenue and Atlantic Avenue, as well as Magnolia Avenue, as authorized by past town meeting votes. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September and November 2022.

• Review proposed taking of portions of Masaquet Avenue and Atlantic Avenue (Lots A-D on Plan No. 2022-48)
• Review proposed taking of portions of Magnolia Avenue (P-1 through P-5 and easements E-1 and E-2 on Plan No. 2022-51)
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2022 and November 14, 2022

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Short Term Rentals Working Group (STRWG) is holding a remote meeting to gather public input on concerns about short-term rentals and to discuss initial proposals being developed by the group. The agenda includes two small-group discussion sessions for public comment, followed by a full-group overview of current ideas. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is focused on public engagement.

• Public input session on experience and concerns with short-term rentals
• Overview of STRWG current ideas
• Second public input session on STRWG proposals

The Short-Term Rental Working Group (STRWG) conducted a public meeting to gather resident feedback on short-term rental (STR) concerns and proposed regulations. No formal votes were taken; the session served to elicit community input on policy ideas currently under consideration.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was for public input and discussion

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will meet to review and discuss provider packets for human services contracts. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, quorum, agenda approval, and packet discussions. No specific contracts, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of human services provider packets

Select Board

The Select Board/County Commissioners will convene in open session, then move to executive session to approve minutes from October 2022 and discuss collective bargaining strategy. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy
• Approval of executive session minutes from October 6 and October 17, 2022

The Select Board voted to adjourn to executive session and did not return to open session. The session was held to approve previous executive minutes and discuss collective bargaining strategy.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two appeals challenging the Building Commissioner's determination that short-term rentals do not violate the zoning bylaw. The board will also consider a variance request from Nantucket Cottage Hospital to divide a nonconforming lot at 16 Vesper Lane. Several continued hearings from previous months are on the agenda, including a special permit for a pool cabana at 50 Weweeder Avenue.

• Appeal of Building Commissioner's ruling that short-term rentals at 15 Delaney Road and 32 Monomoy Road do not violate zoning
• Nantucket Cottage Hospital seeks variance to split a nonconforming lot at 16 Vesper Lane into two lots
• Continued hearing for pool cabana variance at 50 Weweeder Avenue (2.7-foot side setback, 7.9% groundcover)
• Continued hearing for special permit for renovations at 8 Bank Street in Sconset Old Historic district
• Board to approve 2023 meeting schedule

The Zoning Board of Appeals upheld a determination that the use of a property at 15 Delaney Road for short-term rentals does not violate the Zoning Bylaw. Several other cases were continued to a future meeting, and the 2023 meeting schedule was approved.

• Upheld Building Commissioner's determination that short-term rental use at 15 Delaney Road does not violate the Bylaw (5-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (5-0)
• Continued case 09-22 (50 Weweeder Avenue) to January 12, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued cases 10-22, 17-22, and 18-22 to January 12, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved November 10, 2022 minutes as amended (5-0)

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss the FY24 capital request for the Wauwinet Road Multi-Use Path from the Department of Public Works Transportation. The committee will also receive updates from the report-writing workgroup and consider adopting minutes from the December 1, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as public comment and setting the next meeting date.

• FY24 Capital Request: DPW Transportation-Wauwinet Road Multi-Use Path
• Potential adoption of minutes from December 1, 2022
• Report-writing workgroup updates including adding a Comments and Footnotes field to the database and template report for timely delivery

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet remotely on December 8, 2022, to discuss and potentially approve fee schedule changes for Children's and Jetties Beaches. The agenda also includes updates on the Nobadeer Fields athletic support building, a capital request for security cameras, and proposed meeting dates for 2023.

• Discussion of current fee schedules and proposed changes for Children's and Jetties Beaches
• Nobadeer Field expansion proposal to be presented to the Capital Program Committee
• Capital request for security cameras
• Proposed 2023 meeting schedule (all via Zoom through March 31)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Nantucket Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss proposed changes to fee schedules for events at Children's and Jetties Beaches, as well as updates on the Nobadeer Field expansion and Delta Field layout. The meeting will also cover a capital request for security cameras at eight parks and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Discussion of current fee schedules for events at Children's and Jetties Beaches and proposed changes with Marina Dzvonik
• Nobadeer Field expansion proposed to Capital Program Committee, including a third grass field and expanded parking
• Capital request for security cameras at eight parks, with a $66,873 proposal from Setronics Corp.
• Proposed Delta Field layout and expansion, including multi-use fields and parking
• Proposed 2023 meeting schedule for Parks and Recreation Commission, with Zoom meetings through March 31

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will meet to consider a FY24 capital request from the Department of Public Works for a multi-use path on Wauwinet Road. The committee will also receive updates from its report-writing workgroup on high-priority items including a database field and a template for reports.

• FY24 Capital Request: DPW Transportation-Wauwinet Road Multi-Use Path
• Add a Comments and Footnotes field to DB (Priority: High)
• Template report for workgroup/timely delivery (Priority: High)
• Update from Report-writing Workgroup Members (Priority: High)

The Capital Program Committee provided favorable recommendations for two employee housing projects. The Airport housing recommendation is conditional upon site plan reviews by the Planning Board and Historic District Commission.

• Approved favorable recommendation for Airport employee housing conditioned on Planning Board and HDC site plan reviews (Unanimous)
• Approved favorable recommendation for Wannacomet Water Company housing (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several operational items. Key topics include a review of the 2024 budget, updates on the solar project and the West of Airport Main Project, and consideration of fire service and cross-connection fees. The board will also consider any pending contracts or amendments.

• Discussion of the 2024 budget
• Update on the Solar Project
• Update on the West of Airport Main Project
• Review of Fire Service and Cross Connection fees
• Execution of any pending contracts or amendments

The Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 13 and November 10, 2022 meetings. Members discussed a proposal from the Nantucket Land Council to record a statement at the Registry of Deeds to protect water company property under Article 97. No formal votes were taken on the solar project, budget, or staffing updates.

• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted the meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on appeals of the Building Commissioner's determination that short-term rentals do not violate the zoning bylaw at two properties, and consider a variance request from Nantucket Cottage Hospital to divide a nonconforming lot. Several other items, including special permit and variance requests for residential renovations, are continued to January 2023.

• Appeal of Building Commissioner's determination that short-term rentals are allowed at 15 Delaney Road (case 15-22)
• Appeal of Building Commissioner's determination that short-term rentals are allowed at 32 Monomoy Road (case 18-22)
• Nantucket Cottage Hospital seeks variance to divide a nonconforming lot at 16 Vesper Lane into two lots (case 17-22)
• Special permit request continued to Jan 12, 2023 for renovations at 8 Bank Street (case 37-21)
• Variance request continued to Jan 12, 2023 for pool cabana at 50 Weweeder Avenue (case 09-22)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing multiple appeals regarding whether short-term rentals constitute prohibited commercial uses in residential zones. The board is also considering a variance request to divide a lot at 16 Vesper Lane for the development of affordable housing.

• Appeal of Building Commissioner determination regarding short-term rentals at 15 Delaney Rd
• Appeal of Building Commissioner determination regarding short-term rentals at 32 Monomoy Rd
• Variance request to divide a lot into two at 16 Vesper Lane for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Continued hearing for Weweeder Avenue property (09-22)
• Continued hearing for 8 Bank Street property (37-21)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review reports regarding human services and Saltmarsh activities. Updates include discussions on senior home modifications, the Nantucket Center for Elder Affairs, and a winter coat giveaway.

• Guest speaker: Sheri Hunt, Director/Care Manager, Elder Services of Nantucket
• Report on Human Services – Jerico Mele
• Report on Saltmarsh activities – Laura Stewart
• Updates on senior home modifications and Nantucket Center for Elder Affairs
• Winter coat giveaway update

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is attending a Select Board meeting regarding FY 24 capital requests and comments on the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The meeting includes an adjournment.

• FY 24 capital requests
• 10-year CIP comments

HDC Organizational Focus Committee

The HDC Organizational Focus Committee will discuss and take action on matters related to the HDC 'Best Practices Initiative' and the Resiliently Integrating Sustainable Energy (RISE) workgroup, including updates on interest forms, membership, and a file repository. No minutes are scheduled for review. The meeting is procedural in nature.

• Discuss and take action on HDC 'Best Practices Initiative'
• Update on RISE workgroup interest forms and membership
• Discuss and take action on RISE workgroup items
• Discuss file repository for RISE workgroup

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will hold a public hearing to determine tax allocation by classification and the percentage of residential exemption for Fiscal Year 2023, continued from November 30. The board will also review draft Conservation Commission regulations, consider appointments to several boards and committees, and continue preliminary review of town-sponsored warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting.

• Public hearing on tax classification and residential exemption percentage for FY2023
• Review of draft proposed Conservation Commission regulations
• Appointments to Zoning Board of Appeals, Harbor Plan Update Committee, and Tree Advisory Committee
• Continued preliminary review of town-sponsored warrant articles for 2023 Annual Town Meeting, including potential Charter Commission
• Public hearing on appeal of HDC disapproval for pool, patio, screening, and fence at 9 Maine Avenue

The Select Board approved shifting 170% of the tax burden to commercial, industrial, and personal property classes and maintaining a 25% residential exemption for FY 2023. The board also appointed members to several town committees and accepted various departmental gifts.

• Approved 170% tax burden shift to commercial/industrial/personal classes and 25% residential exemption for FY 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed John Brescher to the Zoning Board of Appeals (5-0)
• Appointed Phil Smith and Steven Leinbach to the Harbor Plan Update Committee
• Appointed Judy Deutsch to the Tree Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Accepted $200 gift for Fire Department Safe Grant initiatives (5-0)
• Accepted $3,500 and $50 gifts for Saltmarsh Senior Center (5-0)
• Accepted $23,547 and oyster donations for Brant Point Shellfish Hatchery (5-0)
• Continued HDC appeal for 9 Maine Avenue to February 22, 2023 (5-0)

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will hold a public hearing to determine tax allocation by classification and the percentage of residential exemption for Fiscal Year 2023, continued from November 30. The Board will also review draft Conservation Commission regulations, receive an update from the Short-term Rental Work Group, and consider appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals, Harbor Plan Update Committee, and Tree Advisory Committee.

• Public hearing to set FY2023 tax classification and residential exemption percentage
• Review of draft proposed Conservation Commission regulations
• Update from Short-term Rental Work Group facilitator
• Appointments to Zoning Board of Appeals, Harbor Plan Update Committee, and Tree Advisory Committee
• Appeal of HDC disapproval for pool, patio, screening, and fence at 9 Maine Avenue

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council (HDC) will consider seven new sign applications, including a master sign plan and a projecting sign for Union Lodge at 30 Main St. The agenda also includes approval of November 8 meeting minutes, commissioner and public comments, and discussions on wall/real estate signs and construction signs.

• Union Lodge, 30 Main St: master sign plan and projecting sign (Map/Parcel 42.3.1/215)
• Thirty-Five Nominee Trust, 35D Old South Rd: projecting sign (Map/Parcel 68/6.3)
• Egan Maritime Ins., 158 Polpis Rd: wall sign (Map/Parcel 27/28)
• Vaois Theodorakis, 5 Washington St: projecting sign (Map/Parcel 42.3.1/186)
• Leokeen LLC, 3 Freedom Sq: wall sign (Map/Parcel 55/703.3)

The Sign Advisory Council reviewed several sign requests, including wall and projecting signs. Some applications were approved unanimously, while others were held for revisions or further review.

• Approved wall sign for Egan Maritime Ins. at 158 Polpis Rd (unanimous)
• Approved projecting sign for Vaois Theodorakis at 5 Washington St (unanimous)
• Approved wall sign for Leokeen LLC at 3 Freedom Sq (unanimous)
• Held for revisions projecting sign for VS Qt America at 20 Vesper Lane
• Held for revisions projecting sign for Thirty-Five Nominee Trust at 35D Old South Rd
• Held for revisions projecting sign for Union Lodge at 30 Main St
• Held for revisions master sign plan for Union Lodge at 30 Main St

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council (HDC) is reviewing eight sign applications for various properties on Nantucket, including projecting signs, wall signs, and a master sign plan. The agenda lists the applications but provides no details on decisions or discussions.

• 30 Union St – projecting sign application
• 35D Old South Rd – projecting sign application
• 158 Polpis Rd – wall sign application
• 3 Freedom Sq – Family Resource Center sign application
• 5 Washington St – projecting sign application

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will discuss stormwater runoff impacts on harbors, excessive lawn fertilizer use, and an FDA shellfish taking prohibition in mooring fields. They will also receive reports from the Marine and Natural Resources Departments and consider a sediment transport and dredge plan.

• Discussion of stormwater runoff and possible production of a zones of contribution brochure with map for property owners
• Update and discussion on excessive lawn fertilizer use
• FDA shellfish taking prohibition in mooring fields
• Sediment Transport & Dredge Plan discussion
• Pool water discharge discussion

The board reviewed reports on commercial scalloping and hatchery updates. Members discussed the need for higher fines for property owners discharging pool water into harbors and the bidding process for the Sediment Transport Study and Dredge Plan.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Agreed that Town fines for pool water discharge should be higher than $300 per day
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will consider 7 sign applications, 31 consent items (including 6 with conditions), and numerous new and old business items for property alterations such as additions, solar arrays, pools, and hardscaping. Several items are held for the next meeting. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Union Lodge at 30 Main St seeks a master sign plan and a projecting sign
• 6 consent items with conditions require pools not to be visible and no grade change
• 27 Fair St LLC has multiple items for historic renovation and hardscaping held for December 13
• New business includes rooftop solar at 4 Woodlily Rd and 24 Marion St
• Old business includes a fence replacement at 122 Main St and a new dwelling at 32 Jefferson Ave

The Commission approved multiple applications for rooftop solar, new dwellings, and signage. Several projects were held for revisions due to concerns over architectural proportions, hardscaping, and visibility. The Commission also granted a 3-year renewal for a Town of Nantucket trailer at 131/135 Pleasant Street.

• Approved rooftop solar at 4 Woodlily Road (5-0)
• Approved rooftop solar at 24 Marion Street (3-0)
• Approved rooftop solar at 278 Polpis Road (5-0)
• Approved rooftop solar at 61 Meadow View Drive (5-0)
• Approved new dwelling at 8 Priscilla Lane (5-0)
• Approved new dwelling at 128 Surfside Road (5-0)
• Approved new 2nd dwelling at Maple Lane Lot 7 (5-0)
• Approved 3-year renewal for Town trailer at 131/135 Pleasant Street (5-0)

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will vote on several donations and fundraising checks, including $11,400 from the Nantucket Yacht Club for the tennis team and smaller donations for a news program. The committee will also hear presentations on the Student Success Program, School Improvement Plans, and VOCAL/EWIS data. Meeting minutes from November 15 and November 22 are up for approval.

• Vote to approve $11,400 donation to NHS Tennis Team from Nantucket Yacht Club
• Vote to approve $200 donation to CPS/WCPS News Program from Lil' LI Ventures LLC
• Vote to approve $200 donation to CPS/WCPS News Program from Dreadlock Holidays Inc.
• Vote to approve fundraising checks: $1,871.28 to NIS and $2,428.61 to NES from Hayward Photography
• Vote to approve anonymous donation of 'Nantucket by Nature' DVDs to NPS students

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Nantucket Short Term Rentals Working Group will meet to develop and refine initial proposals for regulating short-term rentals. The agenda includes reviewing small group proposals, evaluating their pros and cons, and discussing impacts. A virtual public meeting is scheduled for December 12, and the next working group meeting is set for December 20.

• Develop initial short-term rental proposals in small groups
• Review and evaluate small group proposals for common elements, pros, cons, and impacts
• Public comment period at 7:40 PM
• Virtual public meeting scheduled for December 12, 6-8 PM
• Next working group meeting on December 20, 5-8 PM

The Short-term Rental Working Group conducted a brainstorming session to identify potential policy levers for regulating rentals. No official recommendations were adopted, but members discussed emerging consensus on limiting business-operated rentals and implementing a community impact fee. The group is currently coordinating with Granicus and NAREB to collect data to inform future by-laws.

• No official recommendations adopted; session was for brainstorming initial proposals
• Identified emerging consensus to limit or eliminate 'Business' (non-natural person) STR operations
• Identified emerging consensus to adopt a 3% Community Impact Fee for professionally managed units
• Identified emerging consensus to develop a cap on the total number of STR permits on the island
• Identified emerging consensus to limit the number of rental contracts or weeks per unit in season
• Identified emerging consensus to protect locals' rights to STR rent on primary properties

Advisory Committee of Non-voting Taxpayers

The Advisory Committee of Non-voting Taxpayers will discuss findings from the STR Working Group, focusing on data issues, and review published citizen warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting, including proposed STR zoning bylaw changes and an outside lighting bylaw. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion of STR Working Group meetings with focus on data issues
• Review of published citizen warrant articles for ATM 2023, including 4 STR zoning bylaw definition changes
• Discussion of outside lighting bylaw proposed by Nantucket Lights
• Possible future topics: Harbor Place update, paid in-town parking, noise bylaw revisions

The committee approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Members discussed concerns regarding data collection by the Short-Term Rental Working Group (STRWG) and potential opposition to specific warrant articles. The group expressed interest in hearing from proponents of changes to the town's form of government.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 19th meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adding Kathy Baird's email to the official record
• Consensus reached to cancel December 31st meeting

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee reviewed several FY24 capital requests and long-term out-year projects. Discussions included island-wide underground wiring feasibility, EV charging station expansion, and potential future sites for a new senior center.

• Coastal Resiliency Planning (ADMIN-23-005): $1,000,000
• Island-wide Underground Wiring Feasibility Study (ADMIN-24-001): $500,000
• Town-wide Document Management System (ADMIN-20-003): $500,000
• EV Charging Stations (ADMIN-24-003): $100,000
• Replacement Staff Vehicle (ADMIN-24-005): $50,000

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY24 capital requests and out-year planning for the Airport, along with updates from the report-writing workgroup. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• FY24 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion: Airport
• Report-writing workgroup updates on DB comments and template
• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2022 meeting

The committee discussed a revised request for $3.885 million to build a dormitory-style building with 8 units and a manager's apartment for airport and emergency personnel. No final decision was made on the request, as the chair expressed concerns regarding the lack of a master site plan. The committee will resume deliberations on December 8.

• Approved November 17, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on $3.885M Airport Employee Housing request for further deliberation

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission is holding a public hearing to review 14 Notices of Intent (NOI) for proposed work and 2 Abandoned or Other Cessations (AOOC). The meeting will also include approval of minutes from November 10, 2022, and review of supplemental letters regarding a repetitive NOI and a geotube encroachment.

• 14 Notices of Intent (NOI) for projects at various addresses including 6 East Hallowell Lane, 34B Walsh Street, 27 North Liberty Street, 29 North Liberty Street, 55 Easton Street, 36B Lily Street, 63 Tennessee Avenue, 24 Pilgrim Road, 43 Millbrook Road, 32 Dukes Road, 36 Pocomo Road, 77 Hummock Pond Road, 10 Westmoor Lane, and Baxter Road and Sconset Bluff Stabilization
• 2 Abandoned or Other Cessations (AOOC) at 16 Easton Street and 19 East Tristram Avenue
• Approval of minutes from November 10, 2022
• Supplemental letters regarding a repetitive NOI (Murphy) and a geotube encroachment (Kriebel)

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on 14 Notices of Intent for projects at specific addresses, including several items not previously discussed. The commission will also discuss an enforcement order regarding geotube removal and consider amended orders of conditions for two properties. Other business includes approval of minutes, a regulatory update, and enforcement actions.

• 14 Notices of Intent for properties including 6 & 11 East Hallowell Lane, 34B Walsh Street, 27 North Liberty Street, 55 Easton Street, and others
• Discussion of SE48-2824 Geotube Removal Enforcement Order extension request
• Amended Orders of Conditions for 16 Easton Street and 19 East Tristram Avenue
• Certificate of Compliance for 26 Monomoy Road
• Regulatory update discussion

The Commission closed several Notices of Intent for residential projects and issued multiple Orders of Condition. It extended the Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund's geotube removal deadline to January 12, 2023, pending a safe removal protocol. Several other projects were continued to December 22 due to concerns over wetland buffer encroachments.

• Approved Notice of Intent for 6 & 11 East Hallowell Lane (7-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for 34B Walsh Street (6-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for 27 and 29 North Liberty Street (7-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for 63 Tennessee Avenue (7-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for 24 Pilgrim Road (7-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for 36 Pocomo Road (7-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for 10 Westmoor Lane (7-0)
• Extended SBPF geotube removal deadline to Jan 12, 2023 (7-0)

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Nantucket Short Term Rentals Working Group (STRWG) will meet to develop goals, agenda, and methodology for a virtual public meeting to gather input on short-term rental policy. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom on November 30, 2022, at 3:00 PM.

• Develop goals, agenda, and methodology for virtual public meeting on STR policy
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom
• Audio and video recording of the meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on taking portions of Hollister Road for public ways and municipal purposes, and will consider continuing a hearing on tax allocation and the residential exemption for FY2023. The board will also review a traffic safety recommendation to designate no parking on the west side of Mill Street, and discuss a request for special counsel related to the Sconset Beach erosion control project.

• Public hearing to consider taking portions of Hollister Road (Parcels 1-6) for public ways and municipal purposes
• Public hearing to determine tax allocation by classification and percentage of residential exemption for FY2023 (request to continue to December 7)
• Traffic Safety Work Group recommendation to designate west side of Mill Street between Prospect Street and Mill Hill Lane as no parking
• Conservation Commission request for special counsel in connection with Sconset Beach Preservation Fund erosion control project
• Approval of pending contracts including snow plowing services (Barret Enterprises and Toscana Corporation, up to $100,000 each) and employee housing leases (14 Somerset Rd at $45,576 and 20 Miacomet Ave at $96,000)

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will discuss the Select Board's recent action regarding the Nantucket Historic District and the Historic District Commission. The meeting also includes time for other business and announcements.

• Discussion of 11/16 Select Board action relative to The Nantucket Historic District and HDC

Nantucket Housing Authority

The Nantucket Housing Authority will consider approving an ARPA contract for $38,149, a new credit card, a $250 petty cash fund, and switching banking to Cape Cod Five starting January 2023. The board will also discuss the 125 Tom Nevers Road property gate and hear reports from other committees.

• ARPA Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA) 4001 Formula Funding Award $38,149.00
• Approval for NHA Credit Card
• Approval for NHA Petty Cash $250
• Approval to change Banking to Cape Cod Five effective January 2023
• 125 Tom Nevers Road Property – Gate

The Nantucket Housing Authority approved a formula funding award from ARPA and authorized a business credit card and $250 in petty cash. The board also approved a bank change to Cape Cod Five for January 2023 and a split rail fence at 125 Tom Nevers Road.

• Approved ARPA CFA 4001 Formula Funding Award of $38,149.00 (4-0)
• Approved business credit card for the NHA (4-0)
• Approved $250 in petty cash (4-0)
• Approved changing banks to Cape Cod Five in January 2023 (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved two sections of split rail fence and No Trespass Sign at 125 Tom Nevers Road (4-0)
• Approved Executive Director's Report as written (4-0)
• Approved the Warrant (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 26, 2022 (4-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on taking portions of Hollister Road for public ways or general municipal purposes, as authorized by a 2014 Town Meeting vote. They will also set the residential exemption percentage for Fiscal Year 2023 and review several contracts, including leases for employee housing and snow plowing services. The board will discuss a traffic safety recommendation to designate no parking on Mill Street and a request to support Conservation Commission enforcement along the shoreline.

• Public hearing on taking portions of Hollister Road (Parcels 1-6) for public ways
• Public hearing to determine tax allocation and residential exemption percentage for FY2023
• Lease agreements for town employee housing: 14 Somerset Rd ($45,576) and 20 Miacomet Ave ($96,000 plus utilities)
• Snow plowing contracts with Barret Enterprises and Toscana Corporation, each up to $100,000
• Traffic safety recommendation to designate west side of Mill Street between Prospect Street and Mill Hill Lane as no parking

The Select Board approved the taking of portions of Hollister Road for municipal purposes and designated the west side of Mill Street as a no-parking zone. The Board also accepted resignations from the Council on Aging and continued a public hearing on tax allocation to December 7.

• Approved taking of portions of Hollister Road for public ways/municipal purposes
• Approved designating west side of Mill Street between Prospect Street and Mill Hill Lane as No Parking
• Approved joint support for Conservation Commission request to MassDEP regarding shoreline enforcement and access
• Accepted resignations of Alison Forsgren and Suzy Spring from Council on Aging
• Approved minutes from October 19 and November 16, 2022
• Approved payroll warrants for November 27 and treasury warrants for November 30, 2022
• Approved pending contracts as of November 30, 2022
• Tabled request for Conservation Commission special counsel until December 14

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will review administrative items including the agenda and previous minutes. Discussion topics include nuisance signage, micromobility, and updates on transportation projects.

• Nuisance Signage Update
• Micromobility Discussion
• Traffic & Parking Commission Discussion
• Transportation Project Updates
• Maintenance Support Needs

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will discuss and potentially approve 2023 membership and fee rates for Sconset and Miacomet golf courses, review their draft budgets, and consider an agricultural RFR for 19 Wauwinet Road. The meeting also includes executive session for ongoing litigation and real estate acquisition.

• 2023 membership and fee rate recommendations for Sconset and Miacomet golf courses
• Sconset Golf Course 2023 draft budget review and discussion
• Miacomet Golf Course 2023 draft budget review and discussion
• 19 Wauwinet Road/Eat Fire Spring – Agricultural RFR approval
• Executive session for litigation in Land Court Case No. 22 MISC 000409 and Suffolk Superior Court Docket No. 2284CV02606

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider ratifying nine new best-practice protocols for application review, including digital review and rules for incomplete applications. The agenda also includes over 100 consent items, views, and old/new business applications for properties across Nantucket, covering work such as additions, roof replacements, solar arrays, pools, and sheds.

• Ratification of HDC-OFC Best Practices recommendations, including protocols for digital review, consent items, and incomplete applications
• Discussion of a citizen warrant article submitted by Commissioner Diane Coombs
• 29 consent items and 8 consent-with-conditions items for properties including 308 Madaket Rd, 19 Nobadeer Farm Rd, and 46 Union St
• Old business: 47 Milk St pool house/studio and pool/hardscape (Matthew Stone); 13 Commercial Wharf revision; 1 Windsor Rd revision; 5 Meader St changes; 6 Gooseberry Place and 21 Beach Grass Rd new dwelling revisions
• New business: 43 Squam Rd new dwelling/garage/barn (Whale's End LLC); 27 Fair St LLC historic renovations at 27 and 29 Fair St; 10 Lincoln Ave new garage, pool cabana, demolition, and hardscape (1010 Wins LLC)

The Historic District Commission ratified 10 best practice recommendations for application reviews and hearings. The board approved numerous residential projects including roof replacements, color changes, and new garages, while holding several new construction projects for revisions.

• Ratified 10 HDC-OFC Best Practice Recommendations (unanimous)
• Affirmed that the HDC Chair speaks for the body and individuals speak for themselves (unanimous)
• Approved 29 consent items for window, roof, and shed work (unanimous)
• Approved 8 conditional consents for pools and spas (unanimous)
• Approved color change for 51 Fair Street using Hamilton blue (unanimous)
• Approved pool and hardscape at 2 Creek Street (4-1)
• Approved cabana and pool at 47 Milk Street with elevation lowered to 42 (4-1)
• Held new main house and garage at 85 Low Beach Road for revisions (unanimous)

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board is meeting for a strategic plan workshop. The agenda lists only this single item, with no other business or public hearings scheduled.

The Select Board and Town Administration conducted a workshop to review and update the Board's Strategic Plan. Members discussed priorities including housing, short-term rentals, and coastal resiliency. No formal votes were taken on specific policy changes; the plan will be updated and sent to the Board for final adoption.

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting for a strategic plan workshop facilitated by The Novak Consulting Group. The agenda includes reviewing the town's strategic framework, discussing progress on goals related to housing and transportation, and considering new initiatives. The workshop runs from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 131 Pleasant Street.

• Review of 2022 Strategic Plan Progress Update, including housing goal to achieve Safe Harbor status under Chapter 40B
• Discussion of housing initiatives: land purchased at 135+137 Orange Street and 12+12R Bartlett Road for ~36 units
• Update on town employee housing: $1M rental subsidy pilot program and seasonal dormitory design on Waitt Drive
• Transportation goal to launch downtown parking management system with paid parking regulations and a new Parking Coordinator
• Emerging issues: Short Term Rental Workgroup formed at 2022 Annual Town Meeting and Surfside Area Water & Transportation Enhancements Plan

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Nantucket Short-Term Rentals Working Group (STRWG) will review data on short-term rentals in Nantucket, discuss member input on goals and policy approaches, and plan next steps including a public meeting. The group will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Review of Nantucket STR data presented by Granicus
• Discussion of member input on STR policy approaches
• Approval of minutes from October 28 and November 8 meetings
• Planning for public meeting on December 12

The Working Group unanimously approved the November 8th meeting summary. Members discussed preliminary short-term rental data and reviewed a survey of potential policy mechanisms, though no policy decisions were made.

• Approved November 8th meeting summary (unanimous)

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will meet to review Sconset and Miacomet golf course monthly reports, consider an agricultural RFP for 19 Wauwinet Road, discuss a ribbon cutting at Long Pond Landing, a bike park concept, capital projects, and a house move at 15 Commercial Wharf. They will also handle transfer business including lien releases, approve minutes, review financial reports, and enter executive session for litigation and property negotiations.

• Golf course manager's monthly reviews for Sconset and Miacomet
• Agricultural RFP for 19 Wauwinet Road/Eat Fire Spring
• Ribbon cutting ceremony at 48 S. Cambridge Street/Long Pond Landing
• Bike park concept discussion
• Executive session for litigation (Ceylon Elves, LLC v. Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission) and real estate acquisition

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee is meeting in executive session on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, to discuss strategy and conduct negotiations with nonunion personnel. The committee will not reconvene in open session after the executive session.

• Executive session under MGL c. 30A § 21(A) Purpose 3 for strategy sessions and contract negotiations with nonunion personnel
• Meeting will not reconvene in open session after the executive session

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars meeting scheduled for November 21, 2022 has been cancelled because no qualified overseas ballots were received by the November 18 deadline. The meeting was originally planned to count international ballots from the November 8 State Election.

• Meeting cancelled due to zero overseas ballots received
• Original purpose: count international ballots postmarked by Nov. 8 and received by Nov. 18

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will meet to discuss FY24 submissions and quarterly reports. The meeting is procedural, with no specific contracts or dollar amounts listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of FY24 submissions
• Review of quarterly reports

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will hold public hearings on a TIP amendment for NRTA Low Emissions Vehicles and an FY21 Unified Planning Work Program amendment, closing their 21-day comment periods. The board will also discuss the 2023 Annual Town Meeting list of warrant articles of potential planning concern and receive a presentation on the Open Space and Recreation Plan update.

• Public Hearing - TIP Amendment, NRTA Low Emissions Vehicles, close 21-day comment period
• Public Hearing - FY21 Unified Planning Work Program Amendment, close 21-day comment period
• Discussion – 2023 Annual Town Meeting, List of Warrant Articles of Potential Planning Concern
• Presentation – Open Space and Recreation Plan Update, Weston & Sampson
• Chamber of Commerce, Presentation on Summer 2022 Economic Activity, Peter Burke

The commission approved a TIP amendment to accept a grant for low-emission vehicles and a FY23 Unified Planning Work Program budget amendment. Members also discussed the potential consolidation of the Parking and Traffic Commission with other advisory groups.

• Approved TIP amendment for NRTA low-emission vehicles (Unanimous)
• Approved FY23 Unified Planning Work Program budget amendment (Unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for TIP Amendment (Unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for FY23 Unified Planning Work Program Amendment (Unanimous)

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Planning Board is reviewing and discussing potential articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting, including citizen warrant articles and board-proposed zoning concepts. The meeting also includes approval of the 2023 meeting schedule and a mission statement as posted on the website.

• Review of 2023 ATM Citizen Warrant Articles
• Outline of potential 2023 ATM warrant articles for SB
• Draft Planning Board article concepts for 2023 ATM
• Approval of 2023 meeting schedule
• Mission statement as posted on website

Advisory Committee of Non-voting Taxpayers

The Advisory Committee of Non-voting Taxpayers will discuss initial meetings of the Short-Term Rental (STR) Working Group and review citizen warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting, including an outside lighting bylaw and STR zoning bylaw definition changes. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion of STR Working Group initial meetings
• Review of citizen warrant articles: Outside Lighting Bylaw (proposed by Nantucket Lights) and STR Zoning Bylaw definition changes
• Possible future topics: Harbor Place transportation, paid in-town parking, town energy initiatives, and noise bylaw revisions

The committee received a report on the Short-Term Rental Working Group (STRWG) and discussed upcoming citizens warrant articles. Members were asked to provide feedback on a STRWG survey. The committee scheduled its next meeting for December 3 to further discuss government form and warrant articles.

• Approved agenda and draft minutes from November 5, 2022 meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for December 3 at 10AM

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission will meet to discuss an update on the ongoing survey of historic resources, a transportation program presentation, and articles for the Annual Town Meeting that concern historic preservation, including a citizen article on HDC organization and one on adding the NHC to NP&EDC. The commission will also review a letter regarding protection of Brant Point Light and Great Point Light.

• Update on current survey work with PAL and pre-application for FY2024 Survey Grant
• Special guest Patrick Reed, Transportation Planner, on Transportation Program on Nantucket
• Update of Revolving Loan Fund Project & Salvage from project team
• Citizen Article concerning HDC organization (Diane Coombs)
• Adding NHC to NP&EDC (Hillary Rayport Citizen Article)

NPEDC Work Group

The Town Area Plan Work Group, a sub-committee of the Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission, will meet remotely via Zoom. The agenda includes discussion of the nine components of the Master Plan and review of questions for a proposed survey, with a guest speaker from the Preservation Planner.

• Discussion of nine components of the Master Plan
• Review of questions for a proposed survey
• Guest speaker: Holly Backus, Preservation Planner
• Approval of draft minutes from November 1, 2022

The work group approved the minutes from the November 1, 2022, meeting. Members discussed an ongoing Island-wide Historic Resources Survey and reviewed pending edits to a public-interest survey questionnaire.

• Approved November 1, 2022 draft minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda by acclamation

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Airport Commission will consider approving the Airport Manager's employment agreement, discuss a contract for the Special Projects Director, and review pending matters including a capital approval process and PFAS investigation. The meeting will also include a public hearing on proposed rates and charges, and executive sessions for legal and personnel strategy.

The Commission approved employment agreements for the new Airport Manager and a Special Projects Director. Several lease amendments, catering licenses, and equipment contracts were approved. The board also received updates on PFAS investigations and airport capital projects.

• Approved employment contract for Airport Manager Noah Karberg (5-0)
• Approved employment contract for Special Projects Director Tom Rafter (5-0)
• Approved lease amendments for Toscana Corporation, Island Barge Inc., and Nantucket Electric Company (5-0)
• Approved catering license agreements for A Taste of Nantucket and Island Kitchen (5-0)
• Approved contract extension for Robert B. Ours for waterline work (5-0)
• Approved $15,240.42 contract with United Ag & Turf for a commercial mower (5-0)
• Approved $97,074.63 contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for 25 portable radios (5-0)
• Approved 10/11/22 draft minutes and 10/19/22 and 11/02/22 warrants (5-0)

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health will review minutes from October 20, 2022, consider a variance request for nitrogen loading at 26 Naushon Way, and ratify the condemnation of 121 Orange Street. Public comment will be heard.

• Variance request for 26 Naushon Way, 80-190, regarding nitrogen loading
• Ratification of condemnation of 121 Orange Street
• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2022

The Board of Health ratified the emergency condemnation of a property at 121 Orange Street after determining it remained uninhabitable. A variance request for a secondary structure at 26 Naushon Way was continued to the next meeting for further review.

• Ratified condemnation of 121 Orange Street (5-0)
• Continued variance request for 26 Naushon Way to next month (5-0)
• Approved October 20, 2022 minutes as drafted (5-0)

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health will hold hearings on an exemption/variance request for 26 Naushon Way and a condemnation matter. The agenda includes supporting documents for both items.

• Exemption/variance request for 26 Naushon Way (property ID 26 NAUSHON WAY)
• Condemnation hearing

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The Nantucket Cannabis Advisory Committee will meet remotely to continue reviewing host agreements, elect officers, receive updates from commissioners, and set the next meeting date.

• Review and comment on Nantucket Host Agreements (continued)
• Election of officers
• Brief update from commissioners
• Public comment period
• Next meeting tentatively scheduled for December 15, 2022

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss and potentially adopt minutes from November 3 and 10, 2022, and continue reviewing FY2024 capital requests and out-year projections, including from the Town Administrator. The agenda also includes updates from a report-writing workgroup and committee reports.

• Discussion of FY24 capital requests and out-year projections from Town Admin
• Potential adoption of minutes from November 3 and November 10, 2022
• Updates from report-writing workgroup on database comments field and template report
• Green sheet and committee reports

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 5:00 PM in person at 131 Pleasant Street. The agenda includes public comment and a workshop discussion of potential changes to the Town of Nantucket Wetland Protection Regulations (Chapter 390). The meeting will then adjourn.

• Workshop discussion of potential changes to the Town of Nantucket Wetland Protection Regulations (Chapter 390)

The Commission conducted a workshop to discuss potential updates to the Town of Nantucket Wetland Protection Regulations (Chapter 390). Members discussed buffer zones, definitions of maintenance and permeability, and groundwater separation rules. No formal actions were taken on the proposed changes during this meeting.

• Tabled action on Wetland Protection Regulations changes pending further review and legal counsel
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 pm (unanimous)

Cyrus Peirce Middle School

The Nantucket CPS School Council is meeting to discuss the School Improvement Plan and upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences scheduled for December 14, 2022. The agenda also includes a Q&A session.

• Discussion of CPS School Improvement Plan
• Planning for 12/14/22 Parent-Teacher Conferences
• Q&A session

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss and vote on eight best-practice recommendations for application hearings, including protocols for grade changes, digital review, and incomplete applications. They will also consider 24 new business items, including roof replacements, solar installations, new dwellings, and a historic determination, plus five old business items from previous meetings.

• Vote on eight HDC-OFC best-practice recommendations for application hearings
• New dwelling at 85 Low Beach Rd (Map 75/31.3) by Kathryn Cook MTRS
• New dwelling, garage, and barn at 43 Squam Rd by Whale’s End LLC
• Historic determination for 46 Easton St (Auburn Cottage)
• Old business: revised structure at 13 Commercial Wharf (Map 42.2.4/10)

The Commission approved several 'Best Practice' recommendations to streamline application reviews, including digital submissions and stricter rules for incomplete or unresponsive applicants. New protocols for public hearing conduct and a two-year waiting period for resubmitting denied applications were also established.

• Approved digital review of applications (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda recommendations with reviewer initials (5-0)
• Adopted 'three-and-out' rule for lack of applicant responsiveness (5-0)
• Empowered staff to reject incomplete applications (5-0)
• Established 2-year waiting period for resubmitting materially same denied applications (5-0)
• Approved rules for supplemental application materials (4-1)
• Adopted rules for repeated hearing postponements with 2-week notice revision (5-0)
• Adopted protocols for material grade changes and flood-resistant approvals (5-0)

Capital Program Committee

The committee will discuss FY24 capital requests and out-year planning with the Town Administrator. Members will also receive updates from the report-writing workgroup regarding database and template improvements.

• FY24 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion
• Report-writing workgroup updates on database comments and footnotes field
• Report-writing workgroup updates on template report for timely delivery

The committee discussed several FY2024 capital requests, including coastal resiliency planning and EV charging stations. No formal votes were taken to approve or deny the specific funding requests during this session.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 3 and November 10, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Discussed FY2024 requests: Document Management System ($500,000), Coastal Resiliency Planning ($1m), Underground Wiring Feasibility Study ($500,000), EV Charging Stations ($100,000), and Replacement Staff Vehicle ($50,000)
• Discussed out-year projects: Central Municipal Building ($6m), New Senior Center ($3.5m), and Intermodal Transportation Center ($23m)

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee will conduct packet discussions and questions for providers. The meeting also includes a human services update.

• Packet discussions and questions for providers
• Human services update

HDC Organizational Focus Committee

The Historic District Commission Organizational Focus Committee will discuss and take action on matters related to the HDC 'Best Practices Initiative' and the RISE (Resiliently Integrating Sustainable Energy) Workgroup, including updates on interest forms and membership, workgroup items, and a file repository. No minutes are scheduled for review. The meeting is on November 16, 2022, at 2 Fairgrounds Road.

• Discuss and take action on HDC 'Best Practices Initiative'
• Update on RISE Workgroup interest form and membership
• Discuss and take action on RISE Workgroup items
• Discuss file repository for RISE Workgroup

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will discuss potential short-term rental general bylaw articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and a municipal charter change. The board will also review pending contracts totaling over $1.8 million, including a $314,000 contract for the Tom Nevers Multi-Use Path design and a $500,000 construction services contract for DPW.

• Discussion of potential short-term rental general bylaw article for 2023 Annual Town Meeting
• Form of government/municipal charter change discussion with guest speakers
• Approval of pending contracts including $314,000 for Tom Nevers Multi-Use Path design and $500,000 for DPW construction services
• Review of applications for appointments to Zoning Board of Appeals, Harbor Plan Update Committee, Agricultural Commission, and Tree Advisory Committee
• Historic District Commission request to reinstate Madaket, Tuckernuck, Siasconset, and Historic Structures Advisory Boards

The Select Board voted 3-2 to continue the request to reinstate several Historic District Commission advisory boards until more information on staff time and parameters is gathered. The Board also approved payroll and treasury warrants and pending contracts.

• Tabled reinstatement of Madaket, Tuckernuck, Siasconset, and Historic Structures Advisory Boards (3-2)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved payroll warrants for November 13, 2022
• Approved treasury warrants for November 16, 2022
• Approved pending contracts as set forth in Exhibit 1

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss potential short-term rental bylaw articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and continue a preliminary review of town-sponsored warrant articles. They will also hear a request from the Historic District Commission to reinstate four advisory boards. The board will consider appointments to several committees and approve pending contracts, including a $314,000 contract for the Tom Nevers Multi-Use Path design.

• Discussion of potential short-term rental general bylaw article(s) for 2023 Annual Town Meeting
• Request from Historic District Commission to reinstate Madaket, Tuckernuck, Siasconset, and Historic Structures Advisory Boards
• Professional service agreement with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for $314,000 for Tom Nevers Multi-Use Path final design
• Professional service agreement with Greenman Pedersen, Inc. for $314,000 for improvements to Lovers Ln, Okorwaw Ave, and Monohansett Rd
• Purchase of a Polaris Pro XD 2000D AWD vehicle for the Fire Department for $25,915.10

Affordable Housing Trust

The Trust will vote on a Community Fabric Assistance Program (CFAP) application for 67 Milestones Road, discuss year-round housing definitions and a rental incentive program, and review a warrant article to codify income limits. An executive session is planned to discuss real property negotiations.

The Trust approved a funding package for the 31 Fairgrounds project consisting of a $1M grant and a $763,212 loan. Members also recommended a warrant article to codify income limits for affordable and attainable housing. The board discussed but did not finalize a formal definition for year-round residency.

• Approved $1M grant and $763,212 loan for 31 Fairgrounds cost adjustment (6-0)
• Approved CFAP Application for Campese household at 67 Milestone Rd. for up to $10,000 (6-0)
• Recommended Warrant Article to define affordable (<100% AMI) and attainable (101-240% AMI) income limits to Select Board (6-0)
• Adopted language for the Dr. Dickler tribute award (6-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from 11.1.22 (6-0)

Affordable Housing Trust

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust will consider action on a Community Preservation Act (CFAP) application for a property at 67 Milestones Rd. The board will also discuss year-round housing definitions, a rental incentive program, a warrant article to codify income limits, a cost adjustment request for 31 Fairgrounds, and the Dr. Dickler Award. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session to discuss real property negotiations.

• CFAP application for Campese at 67 Milestones Rd. – ACTION
• Discussion of year-round housing definitions
• Review and discussion of warrant article to codify income limits served by the Trust
• Discussion of Housing Nantucket request regarding 31 Fairgrounds cost adjustment
• Discussion and action on Dr. Dickler Award

Affordable Housing Trust

The Select Board proposes amending the Town of Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust to broaden its purpose from only 'affordable housing' (for households up to 100% of median income) to also include 'attainable housing' (for households up to 240% of median income). This is a vote on whether to adopt the amendment; all other trust provisions remain unchanged.

• Amendment redefines trust purpose to include both 'affordable' (≤100% median income) and 'attainable' (≤240% median income) housing
• References HUD income definitions and recorded trust documents from 2010 and later amendments
• Select Board is the proposing body; action is a vote to authorize the amendment

Affordable Housing Trust

This article asks voters to authorize the Town to petition the state legislature for a special law allowing Community Preservation Act funds to be used for community and attainable housing for households earning up to 240% of area median income. The measure would override current state limits of 80% for low-income and 100% for moderate-income housing.

• Vote on whether to authorize the Select Board to petition the General Court for special legislation
• Proposed change would allow CPA funds for housing up to 240% of area median income
• Current CPA law limits housing to 80% AMI (low income) and 100% AMI (moderate income)
• Legislation includes a provision allowing the General Court to make minor language changes with Select Board approval

Community Preservation Committee

The Nantucket Community Preservation Committee will meet on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, to consider and vote on several fund requisitions, including $394,484.26 for the Nantucket Historical Association and $200,000 for the Nantucket Racket Sports Association. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Ratified fund requisition: Nantucket Historical Association — $394,484.26 (FY21)
• Ratified fund requisition: Nantucket Racket Sports Association — $200,000 (FY23)
• Fund requisition: Nantucket Interfaith — $14,069.96 (FY22)
• Fund requisition: Maria Mitchell Association — $67,250.00 (FY21)
• Fund requisition: Nantucket Racket Sports Association — $35,000 (FY23)

The committee ratified and approved several fund requisitions for local organizations. The meeting also included the approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Approved ratification of fund requisitions for Nantucket Historical Association ($394,484.26) and Nantucket Racket Sports Association ($200,000)
• Approved fund requisitions for Nantucket Interfaith ($14,069.964), Maria Mitchell ($67,250.00), and Nantucket Racket Sports Association ($35,000)
• Approved September 20, 2022 minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The board will discuss a possible shellfish closure due to stormwater runoff, review the first two weeks of the commercial bay scallop season, and receive updates from the Harbor Action Plan Committee and the Coastal Resilience Advisory Board. No votes are scheduled.

The board approved the meeting agenda and the November 1, 2022, minutes. Members received reports on commercial scalloping activity, hatchery equipment upgrades, and eelgrass management. No substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved Nov. 1, 2022 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to review 25 new business applications, including roof replacements, new dwellings, and solar arrays, as well as multiple old business items from previous meetings. The commission will also consider consent items and consents with conditions for pool and hardscape projects. Public comment and commissioner comments are scheduled.

• New business: 85 Low Beach Rd new main house and garage (Kathryn Cook MTRS)
• New business: 43 Squam Rd new dwelling, garage, and barn (Whale's End LLC)
• Old business: 146 Main St clapboard, pergola, trim color and new garage, patio, pergola (Brandon Lower)
• Old business: 115 Old South Rd new buildings Lot F and Lot E (Fair City LLC)
• Consents with conditions: 2 Brinda Lane pool and hardscape (Blaise Shepard) and 36 Pocomo Rd new pool (Peter Garren)

The Historic District Commission approved multiple property modifications, including a significant addition at 2 Stone Alley and renovations at 146 Main Street. Several new building proposals at 115 Old South Road were held for revisions due to height and aesthetic concerns.

• Approved addition at 2 Stone Alley with specific window and pilaster modifications (4-0)
• Approved clapboard and trim changes at 146 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved garage and pergola at 146 Main Street with natural lattice (5-0)
• Held new building proposals at 115 Old South Road for revisions (5-0)
• Approved dormer and roof height revisions at 37 West Chester Street (5-0)
• Held addition and renovation at 39 Monomoy Road for revisions (5-0)
• Approved hardscape and pergola at 8 Ash Street with natural cleft stone (5-0)
• Approved main house modifications at 47 Milk Street (4-1)

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission is reviewing a large number of applications for property alterations, including new dwellings, additions, roof replacements, and solar panel installations. The agenda includes items from previous meetings carried over as old business, as well as new applications. Many of the proposals involve changes to windows, doors, and other exterior features on residential properties.

• New dwelling at 126R Main Street with neighbor letters and abutters comments
• New commercial building at 115 Old South Road (Lots F and E)
• New main dwelling, garage, pool, and pool house at 47 Milk Street
• New dwellings at 7 Barnabas Lane and 27 Cornwall
• New commercial dwelling at 6 Gooseberry Place

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will hear the Superintendent's report on the FY24 school calendar and fall sports playoffs, discuss the preliminary budget forecast, and review 2022 MCAS results. Votes include approving donations totaling $400 for the CPS WCPS News Network.

• Preliminary Budget Forecast for FY24
• 2022 District MCAS Results and next steps
• Vote to approve $200 donation from Island Ventures Inc. to CPS WCPS News Network
• Vote to approve $200 donation from Blue Beetle to CPS WCPS News Network
• Approval of November 1, 2022 meeting minutes

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The Nantucket Roads and Right of Way Committee will discuss possible takings of Franklin Street (Cemetery Commission) and Stone Alley (Ginger Andrews), review updates on road and sidewalk projects, and coordinate monument installations at Westchester St. Ext. and Crooked Lane.

• Discussion of possible takings: Franklin Street (Cemetery Commission) and Stone Alley (Ginger Andrews)
• Update on road and sidewalk projects from Patrick Reed
• Review of public way monument locations ready to install
• Coordinate monument moves at Westchester St. Ext. and Crooked Lane with Land Bank

The committee voted to support Phil Smith's application for an at-large membership on the Harbor Plan Committee. Members also discussed potential road takings for Stone Alley, Franklin Street, and Winn Street, though no final decisions on takings were made.

• Endorsed Phil Smith's application for the Harbor Plan Committee (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022
• Postponed action on Franklin Street taking pending a report from Ken Beaugrand
• Authorized work orders for installing 'Public Way' monuments
• Requested DPW investigation into missing flush monuments at 2 Fairgrounds Road

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The Roads and ROW Committee is discussing ongoing projects including sidewalk improvements on Prospect St., Cliff Rd., Pleasant St., Sparks/Williams/Pleasant Complete Streets, Orange St., and the Wauwinet bike path. Also covered are public way monument installations, the Harbor Walk project, and the Nantucket Greenway trail system. No votes or decisions are recorded; the agenda is a status update.

• Sidewalk projects on Prospect St., Cliff Rd., Pleasant St., Sparks/Williams/Pleasant, Orange St.
• Wauwinet bike path design work with FHWA
• Lovers Lane bike path/road reconstruction bids over budget
• Harbor Walk project permits and Chapter 91 licenses
• Nantucket Greenway trail system map and route identification

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 5:00 PM has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Finance Committee

The Nantucket Finance Committee will meet remotely to discuss the upcoming Annual Town Meeting timeline and calendar, and to review and make recommendations on warrant articles. The committee will also take input for the Short-Term Rental Working Group and consider adopting minutes from September.

• Input from Finance Committee members for the Short-Term Rental Working Group
• Review of the upcoming Annual Town Meeting timeline and Finance Committee calendar
• General discussion about reviewing and making recommendations for Annual Town Meeting warrant articles
• Potential adoption of meeting minutes from September 13th, 2022

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from September 13, 2022. Members discussed the upcoming Annual Town Meeting timeline and shared perspectives on short-term rental regulations, though no formal action was taken on the latter.

• Approved amended agenda (6-0)
• Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board will hold a remote meeting on November 14, 2022, to discuss and potentially act on several secondary and tertiary dwelling proposals, including those from Sankaty Head Golf Club and Nantucket Cottage Hospital. The board will also consider multiple ANR (Approval Not Required) plans, public hearings for various applications, and a list of concept articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine business.

• Secondary dwellings at Sankaty Head Golf Club (12 Isobel's Way), 18 Sherburne Turnpike, Stark Point LLC (16 Easton Street), and Nantucket Cottage Hospital (60 Meadow View Drive)
• Tertiary dwelling at Nantucket Cottage Hospital (60 Meadow View Drive)
• Public hearing for Nantucket Cottage Hospital request for withdrawal without prejudice
• ANR plans for properties including Magnolia Avenue, 13 Williams Lane, and 14 Miacomet Avenue
• Discussion of 2023 ATM Planning Board Sponsored Articles Concept List

Real Estate Assessment Committee

The Real Estate Assessment Committee will review the proposed taking of portions of Hollister Road (Tom Nevers) shown as Parcels 1-6 on Plan No. 2022-33, authorized by the 2014 Annual Town Meeting. They will also discuss land pricing with Rob Ranney. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Review proposed taking of portions of Hollister Road (Tom Nevers) Parcels 1-6 on Plan No. 2022-33
• Discussion on land pricing with Rob Ranney
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2022
• Public comment period

Real Estate Assessment Committee

The Nantucket Real Estate Assessment Committee will meet to review the proposed taking of portions of Hollister Road (Tom Nevers) as authorized by a 2014 town meeting vote, and to discuss land pricing with Rob Ranney. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Review proposed taking of Hollister Road (Tom Nevers) parcels 1-6, per Plan No. 2022-33, authorized by Warrant Article 96 of the 2014 Annual Town Meeting
• Discussion on land pricing with Rob Ranney

The Real Estate Assessment Committee recommended the taking of six parcels on Hollister Road. The committee discussed whether to increase land pricing for yard sales but deferred a decision until early 2023.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Recommended taking of portions of Hollister Road (Parcels 1-6) to the Select Board (2-0)
• Deferred decision on land pricing increase until February 2023
• Tabled approval of September 12, 2022 minutes to December meeting

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk will convene on Nov. 14, 2022 at 2:30 PM to count ballots from the Nov. 8 State Election that were received by the USPS after 8:00 PM on Election Day but no later than 5:00 PM on Nov. 12, provided they were postmarked by Nov. 8. This is a procedural post-election ballot counting session, not a regular policy meeting.

• Counting of late-arriving ballots from the Nov. 8 State Election
• Location: Nantucket Town Building, 16 Broad Street
• Time: Monday, Nov. 14, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on various property developments and review applications for secondary and tertiary dwellings. The board will also discuss draft article concepts for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Secondary dwelling applications for 12 Isobels Way, 18 Sherburne Turnpike, 16 Easton Street, 21 Allens Lane, and 60 Meadow View Drive
• Tertiary dwelling application for 60 Meadow View Drive
• After-the-fact (ANR) plans for Magnolia Avenue, 13 Williams Lane, 14 Miacomet Avenue, 11 Pilgrim Road, East Hallowell Lane, 126.5 Main Street, 17 and 17A Helens Drive, and 250 Madaket Road
• Public hearings for properties including 28 Crooked Lane, 18B Bartlett Road, 5 Amelia Drive, 9 Madaket Road, 1 and 7 Airport Road, and 39 Fair Street
• Discussion of draft article concepts for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting

The Board approved several secondary and tertiary dwelling requests, including one for Nantucket Cottage Hospital. It also granted a Special Permit for a Rear Lot subdivision at 27 Fairground Road and approved a commercial application for 18B Bartlett Road. Several other subdivision and development projects were continued to December meetings.

• Approved secondary dwellings for 18 Sherburne Turnpike, 16 Easton Street, 21 Allens Lane, 60 Meadow View Drive, and 9 Eat Fire Spring Road (5-0)
• Approved tertiary dwelling for 60 Meadow View Drive (5-0)
• Approved ANRs for Magnolia Avenue, 13 Williams Lane, 14 Miacomet Avenue, East Hallowell Lane, 126 ½ Main Street, 17 Helen’s Drive, 17A Helen’s Drive, 250 Madaket Road, and 11 Pilgrim Road (5-0)
• Endorsed restriction for 7 Bayberry Lane (5-0)
• Approved minor modification for The Westmoor Club MCD (5-0)
• Approved extensions for 13 Waydale Road (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice for 60 Meadow View Drive and 39 Fair Street (5-0)
• Approved second dwelling for Sankaty Head Golf Club at 12 Isobels Way (5-0)

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will meet to discuss FY24 capital requests and out-year planning for several town departments, including OIH, Marine, Airport, and Natural Resources/Millie's Bridge. The agenda also includes updates from the report-writing workgroup and potential adoption of minutes from the previous meeting.

• FY24 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion: OIH, Marine, Airport, and Natural Resources/Millie's Bridge
• Report-writing workgroup updates on adding a comments and footnotes field to the database
• Report-writing workgroup updates on ensuring timely delivery of reports

The committee discussed FY2024 capital requests for a replacement van for Our Island Home, floating dock replacements for the Town Pier, and the redesign of Millie’s Bridge. No final votes were taken on these specific funding requests during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold a meeting to review multiple Notices of Intent (NOIs) for properties including 9 Arbour Way, 12 Almanack Pond Road, and others, as well as an Order of Conditions for 16 Easton Street and Certificates of Compliance for 16 Easton Street and 56 Monomoy Road. The agenda also includes correspondence between the Commission and the SBPF regarding a letter dated October 24, 2022, and approval of minutes from October 6 and October 27, 2022.

• NOI 32 Western Avenue
• NOI 9 Arbour Way
• NOI 12 Almanack Pond Road
• NOI 5 Quaise Pastures Road
• NOI 6 and 11 East Hallowell Lane

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on 11 Notices of Intent for projects including developments on Western Avenue, Arbour Way, and Meadow View Drive. The commission will also discuss a letter from the Select Board regarding geotubes and Baxter Road, and enter executive session to discuss litigation strategy with the Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund over a geotextile tube project removal order.

• Public hearing on Nantucket Islands Land Bank project at 32 Western Avenue (SE48-3582)
• Public hearing on Nantucket Cottage Hospital project at 60 Meadow View Drive (SE48-3592)
• Discussion of Select Board letter dated 11/03/22 regarding geotubes and Baxter Road
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy with Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund (SBPF) over geotextile tube project removal order
• Certificate of Compliance for Nantucket Islands Land Bank at 65 & 67 Easton Street (SE48-3409)

The Commission issued a negative order for a steel bulkhead project at 15 Hallowell Lane, citing failure to meet performance standards. Several other residential and institutional property improvements were approved, while multiple projects were continued to December 1st.

• Issued negative order for steel bulkhead at 15 Hallowell Lane (5-2)
• Approved improvements at 32 Western Avenue (7-0)
• Approved work at 9 Arbour Way (6-1)
• Approved site improvements at 12 Almanack Pond Road (7-0)
• Approved shed and pool equipment move at 5 Quaise Pastures Road (6-0)
• Approved secondary dwelling at 60 Meadow View Drive (7-0)
• Issued Certificates of Compliance for 65 & 67 Easton Street (7-0) and 56 Monomoy Road (7-0)
• Nominated Linda Williams as Harbor Plan Advisory Committee Representative (7-0)

Nantucket Intermediate School Council

The Nantucket Intermediate School Council will meet on November 10, 2022, to discuss the School Improvement Plan, the budget, and feedback from STEM Night. No votes or decisions are noted in the agenda.

• School Improvement Plan
• Budget
• STEM Night Feedback

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss production, billing, and rainfall reports, along with updates on the West of Airport Main Project, inventory and supply, sewer billing, and capital projects for the 2024 budget. The board may also execute any pending contracts or amendments.

• Review of minutes from October 13, 2022 meeting
• Director's update on West of Airport Main Project
• Discussion of capital projects and 2024 budget
• Possible execution of contracts or amendments

The Commission unanimously authorized a contract with Info Services for billing. Director Willett presented a draft 2024 budget with projected revenues of $7 million.

• Approved contract with Info Services for billing (unanimous)
• Accepted meeting agenda (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Nantucket Parks and Recreation Commission will meet remotely to elect officers, receive a security update, and discuss several park projects. Notable items include a proposed expansion of Nobadeer Fields submitted to the Capital Program Committee, a capital request for security cameras, and a proposed layout for Delta Field.

• Nobadeer Fields Athletic Support Building update
• Nobadeer Field Expansion proposed to Capital Program Committee (CapCom)
• Capital Request for Security Cameras
• Proposed Delta Field Layout
• Turkey Plunge at Children's Beach

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four property matters, including a variance request for a pool cabana setback and ground cover at 50 Weweeder Avenue, and special permit requests for renovations, a pool, and a short-term rental appeal. One item (15-22) has been continued to December 8, 2022.

• 09-22: Variance request for pool cabana at 50 Weweeder Avenue to reduce side yard setback to 2.7 feet and increase ground cover to 7.9%
• 37-21: Special permit for renovations and addition to a non-conforming dwelling at 8 Bank Street
• 10-22: Special permit to install an in-ground swimming pool at 4 Washington Avenue
• 15-22: Appeal of Building Commissioner's determination that short-term rentals are allowed at 15 Delaney Road (continued to Dec. 8)
• 16-22: Special permit to reduce rear yard setback from 10 to 8 feet for a pool at 2 Nautilus Lane

The Board continued three permit applications to future dates, including a renovation project at 8 Bank Street. A request for a pool setback reduction at 2 Nautilus Lane was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Continued special permit for renovations at 8 Bank Street to January 12, 2023 (unanimous)
• Continued 09-22 Harris on Weweeder, LLC application to December 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued 0-22 Paul P. & Jean M. Moran application to December 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued 15-22 Christopher Quick application to December 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal without prejudice of pool setback request at 2 Nautilus Lane (unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes as amended (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on five items, including an appeal of the Building Commissioner's determination that short-term rentals are allowed at 15 Delaney Road, and requests for variances and special permits for pool cabanas, additions, and swimming pools. The board will also consider approving minutes from the October 13, 2022 meeting.

• Appeal of Building Commissioner's Sept. 21, 2022 determination that short-term rentals do not violate zoning at 15 Delaney Road
• Variance request for pool cabana 2.7 feet from side yard setback at 50 Weweeder Avenue (LUG-1 zone)
• Special permit for renovations to pre-existing non-conforming dwelling at 8 Bank Street (SOH zone)
• Special permit for in-ground swimming pool at 4 Washington Avenue (VR zone)
• Special permit to reduce rear yard setback from 10 to 8 feet for pool at 2 Nautilus Lane (R-10 zone)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an appeal of the Building Commissioner's determination that short-term rentals do not violate the zoning bylaw at 15 Delaney Road. The board will also hold hearings on a variance for a pool cabana at 50 Weweeder Avenue, a special permit for renovations at 8 Bank Street, and special permits for in-ground pools at 4 Washington Avenue and 2 Nautilus Lane.

• Appeal of Building Commissioner's Sept. 21, 2022 determination that short-term rentals at 15 Delaney Rd do not violate zoning (continued to Dec. 8)
• Variance request for 50 Weweeder Ave to exceed 7% ground cover ratio and reduce side setback to 2.7 ft for a pool cabana
• Special permit for renovations and addition to pre-existing non-conforming dwelling at 8 Bank St in Sconset Old Historic district
• Special permit for in-ground swimming pool at 4 Washington Ave in Village Residential district
• Special permit to reduce rear setback from 10 ft to 8 ft for an in-ground pool at 2 Nautilus Ln in Residential 10 district

Cemetery Commission

The Nantucket Cemetery Commission will meet on November 9, 2022, at 3:00 PM in the DPW Conference Area. Agenda items include approval of minutes, lot sales, monument restoration, layout of additional lots, supplies for Polpis lots, and FY2023 capital and operating budgets.

• Monument restoration project next steps
• Plan for layout of additional lots
• Supplies for Polpis lots: toe and corner markers
• Cemetery Commission Capital and Operating Budgets for FY2023

The Commission approved the October 12, 2022, meeting minutes. Members discussed monument restoration at Old North Cemetery and the process for laying out new lots at Polpis Cemetery. No lot sales were reported since the previous meeting.

• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will meet to consider an amended variance request for the Brant Hotel at 6 and 8 North Beach Street, seeking relief from accessibility requirements for entry doors. The meeting will also include public comment, approval of prior minutes, and updates on other business.

• Review of amended variance request for Brant Hotel at 6 and 8 North Beach Street and 4 Dolphin Court regarding 32-inch clear width for guest room doors
• Public comment period
• Approval of September 8, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission on Disability voted to support several variance requests regarding door widths, maneuvering clearances, and public street entrances for a hotel project at 6 and 8 North Beach Street and 4 Dolphin Court. The project proposes mitigating non-compliant doors by providing additional fully accessible guest units.

• Approved September 8, 2022 minutes
• Supported variance requests 4 and 7 regarding door maneuvering clearance and width (5-0)
• Supported variance requests 5 and 6 regarding non-accessible public street entrances (5-0)

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee is meeting to review FY24 packets, make assignments, and set up future meetings. The agenda also includes approval of the agenda and first quarterly reports. This is a procedural meeting focused on planning and review.

• Review FY24 packets
• Assignments for committee members
• Format and review of materials
• Set up meetings for upcoming period
• First quarterly reports

HDC Organizational Focus Committee

The Historic District Commission's Organizational Focus Committee will meet to discuss procedural matters and new business, including the Resiliently Integrating Sustainable Energy (RISE) workgroup and best practices initiative. No votes on specific projects or ordinances are scheduled.

• Discuss & take action on HDC 'Best Practices Initiative'
• Update on RISE Interest Form and workgroup membership
• Discuss & take action on RISE Workgroup 'Items'
• Discuss file repository for RISE workgroup

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will receive an update from the Short-Term Rental Work Group facilitator and consider several items including a noise bylaw waiver for a sewer project on Surfside Road, a consent request regarding HUD compliance advice for two properties, and approval of a Notice of Intent for the Sconset Beach erosion control project. The board will also review a proposed Transportation and Parking Advisory Committee structure and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Short-Term Rental Work Group facilitator update
• Robert B. Our Co., Inc.: Request for waiver of Town Noise Bylaw for Surfside Road Sewer Improvements Project (Surfside Road from Miacomet Avenue to Vesper Lane), Nov 14–Dec 30, 2022, 4 PM–2 AM, Mon–Thu nights
• Request for consent and finding of no conflict for HallKeen to allow Klein Hornig’s Washington office to advise on HUD-compliance issues at two properties while representing the town on Ticcoma Green
• Request for Select Board approval of Notice of Intent to Conservation Commission for Sconset Beach Erosion Control Project
• Review/adoption of proposed Transportation and Parking Advisory Committee structure and mission (continued from Nov 2, 2022)

The Select Board approved the submission of a Notice of Intent for the Sconset Beach Erosion Control Project to the Conservation Commission. The Board also approved a noise bylaw waiver for sewer improvements and a conflict-of-interest finding for legal counsel. A proposed structure for a Transportation and Parking Advisory Committee was approved subject to potential amendments.

• Approved submission of Sconset Beach Erosion Control Project application to ConCom, pending performance bond completion (unanimous)
• Approved noise bylaw waiver for Robert B. Our Co., Inc. for Surfside Road sewer improvements from Nov 14 to Dec 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved finding of no conflict for HallKeen request regarding Klein Hornig's Washington Office (unanimous)
• Approved proposed Transportation and Parking Advisory Committee structure and mission, subject to NP&EDC amendments (unanimous)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous, Dr. MacNab abstained)
• Approved Treasury Warrant for November 9, 2022 (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will receive an update from the Short-Term Rental Work Group regarding policy goals and data collection. Other business includes a notice of intent for the Sconset Beach Erosion Control Project and a noise bylaw waiver request for sewer improvements.

• Short-term rental work group facilitator update
• Noise bylaw waiver request for Surfside Road Sewer Improvements Project
• Notice of Intent to Conservation Commission for Sconset Beach Erosion Control Project
• Committee vacancy applications deadline: November 10, 2022

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee will review a draft letter to the Select Board for Mass DEP in support of the Conservation Commission's August 11 letter, approve an annual report, and discuss status of Coastal Resilience Plan recommendations one year in. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom.

• Review of draft letter for Select Board to Mass DEP supporting ConCom's 8/11/22 letter
• Review and approval of annual report
• Status update on CRP recommendations and year-two priorities
• Approval of minutes from October 11 and 25
• Discussion of upcoming meeting dates: November 22 and December 13

The Coastal Resiliency Advisory Committee approved a letter of support for the Conservation Commission to be sent to the Mass DEP. The committee also voted to submit its annual report. Members discussed the status of Coastal Resilience Plan recommendations and potential funding for a sediment transport study.

• Approved letter to Mass DEP for Select Board delivery (unanimous)
• Approved submission of annual report (unanimous)

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee will review and finalize a draft letter to the Select Board supporting the Conservation Commission's request for MassDEP to require Chapter 91 licenses for property owners reconstructing seawalls and revetments. The committee will also approve its annual report, discuss year-two priorities for implementing the Coastal Resilience Plan, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Review of draft letter to Select Board supporting ConCom's request for MassDEP to require Chapter 91 licenses for coastal structure reconstruction
• Approval of annual report covering July 2021–June 2022 activities
• Status update on Coastal Resilience Plan recommendations one year after adoption
• Discussion of year-two priorities for CRP implementation
• Approval of minutes from October 11 and October 25 meetings

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will consider numerous applications for signs, building alterations, new dwellings, and enforcement actions at properties including 21 South Water St., 2 Chestnut St., and 16 Broad St. The agenda also includes discussions on reinstating advisory boards and best practice recommendations. Items range from new construction and additions to color changes and roof replacements.

• Enforcement actions at 43 Kendrick Ave and 21 Pleasant St.
• 14 sign applications for Signal Investment Partners at 2 Chestnut St.
• Town of Nantucket alterations at 16 Broad St. and 20 South Water St.
• New dwelling and garage at 85 Low Beach Rd. (Kathryn Cook MTRS)
• New dwelling at 43 Squam Rd (Whale's End LLC)

The Historic District Commission approved multiple sign applications and residential projects, including a new carriage house at 15 Pleasant Street. Several applications for additions and demolitions were held for further revisions or information. The commission also discussed potential new 'Best Practice' guidelines for application processing.

• Approved 10 wall signs at 2 Chestnut Street (5-0)
• Approved trail signs at 29 North Cambridge St and Houick Hollow Road (5-0)
• Approved menu/wall sign at 21 South Water Street (5-0)
• Held projecting sign at 21 South Water Street for revisions (5-0)
• Approved new carriage house/gym at 15 Pleasant Street (5-0)
• Approved hardscape at 15 Pleasant Street (5-0)
• Approved wood SDL windows for Nantucket Lifesaving Museum (5-0)
• Approved wooden 12-light door at 3 Union Street (5-0)

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will meet to discuss agricultural property management, including a draft community garden survey and agricultural RFPs, as well as property management items like equipment requests and pickle/tennis disposal fees. The agenda also includes regular business such as planning site visits, approval of minutes, financial business including warrant authorizations, and a personnel review of the Executive Director. The meeting will conclude with an executive session for real estate acquisition negotiations.

• Draft Community Garden Survey
• Agricultural RFPs - Update
• Property Management – Equipment Request
• Pickle/Tennis – Disposal Fees Discussion
• Warrant Authorization – Cash Disbursement and 2016 Refunding Semi-Annual Bond Payment

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Nantucket Short Term Rentals Working Group will meet to clarify legal questions, understand local zoning, and identify possible policy levers. Presentations are scheduled from KP Law, Judi Barrett, and Granicus. The group will also discuss next steps and potential future meetings.

• Presentation by KP Law on legal issues
• Presentation by Judi Barrett on Nantucket zoning basics
• Presentation by Granicus on short-term rental policy levers
• Approval of minutes from October 11, 18, and 25 meetings

The working group reviewed legal interpretations of short-term rentals (STRs) and zoning options to prepare for a January 18 general by-law deadline. No new policies were adopted, but the group approved previous meeting summaries and established a schedule for upcoming public and in-person meetings.

• Approved meeting summaries from October 11 and October 25 (unanimous)
• Scheduled a virtual public meeting for December
• Planned a longer in-person/hybrid meeting for December

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Short-term Rental Work Group is meeting to discuss and review documents including legal questions, past session summaries, and data subgroup findings. The agenda consists entirely of reviewing previously prepared materials with no new decisions or proposals listed.

• Review of legal questions document (JAB 11-08-2022.PDF)
• Review of STRWG Session 1 and Session 2 summaries
• Review of data subgroup meeting summary from October 18

Nantucket Cultural Council

The Nantucket Cultural Council will meet to discuss and vote on grant funding for the 2022 cycle, and to plan a December event. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, discussion of new member recruitment, and election of officers for 2023.

• Vote on grant funding for the 2022 cycle
• Discuss proposed event for the second week of December
• Review and approve minutes
• Discuss and recruit new members
• Election of officers for 2023

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Nantucket Sign Advisory Council will meet to vote on 15 sign applications for businesses including Union Lodge, Signal Investment Partners, and Nantucket Land Bank, and discuss real estate signs and the HDC 11/01 meeting.

• Union Lodge: projecting sign at 30 Main St
• Signal Investment Partners: 9 wall signs at 2 Chestnut St
• Nantaco: projecting sign and menu/wall sign at 21 South Water St
• Nantucket Land Bank: 2 trail signs at 29 N Cambridge Trail and Hoick Hollow Rd
• Discussion on real estate signs and HDC 11/01 meeting

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council is reviewing sign applications for properties at 21 South Water Street, 29 North Cambridge, 30 Main Street, and multiple units at 2 Chestnut Street (Faraway Hawthorne House). No decisions or recommendations are recorded in the agenda.

• 21 South Water Street: menu board and projecting sign applications
• 29 North Cambridge: sign application
• 30 Main Street: sign application (HDC2021-05-3877) and unit C projecting sign
• 2 Chestnut Street: 10 sign applications for Faraway Hawthorne House units (1, 1A, 3, 4, 4A, 4B, 4C, 5A, 5D, 6A)
• Master sign plan for Faraway Hawthorne House

Visitor Services Advisory Committee

The Visitor Services Advisory Committee will meet remotely to approve previous minutes, receive director and coordinator reports, continue discussion on guest speakers for the 2022-23 term, and discuss meeting at the Pleasant Street Trailer. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or budgets are listed.

• Continuing discussion about guest speakers for 2022-23 term
• Discussion about meeting at Pleasant Street Trailer

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will meet remotely to discuss several items in executive session, including contract negotiations with the Airport Manager, strategy regarding PFAS-related litigation, and other legal matters. No public votes or decisions are scheduled for open session.

• Executive session to review and possibly release minutes from 40 prior meetings dating back to 2019
• Contract negotiations with the Airport Manager (non-union employee)
• Strategy session for PFAS litigation against manufacturers and other sources
• Discussion of legal strategy for three separate claims: Romanos, McLaughlin, and Wisentaner
• Collective bargaining strategy session

Advisory Committee of Non-voting Taxpayers

The Advisory Committee of Non-Voting Taxpayers will meet remotely to discuss updates from the Short-Term Rental (STR) Working Group and review published citizen warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and planning for future topics such as parking, energy initiatives, and noise bylaw revisions.

• Discussion of STR Working Group Initial Meetings
• Discussion of Published Citizen's Warrant Articles for ATM 2023
• Update on Harbor Place and related transportation issues
• Update on paid in-town parking and demand management parking
• Status of Town alternative energy and energy efficiency initiatives and National Grid Post response regarding third seabed power cable

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the draft minutes from September 24, 2022. Members received reports on the Short Term Rental Working Group and the Coastal Resiliency Advisory Group. The committee discussed a potential appointment to the Town Parking Committee.

• Approved September 24, 2022 draft minutes (roll call vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (roll call vote)

Council for Human Services

The Nantucket Council for Human Services is meeting remotely to discuss a court report issue and receive an update from the Human Service Director. The agenda also includes board comments and adjournment.

• Review of court report issue
• Update from the Human Service Director

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's office will discuss the advanced removal of ballots for the November 8 State Election and Special Town Election. This is a procedural item related to election administration.

• Advanced removal of Nov. 8 State Election ballots
• Advanced removal of Nov. 8 Special Town Election ballots

Capital Program Committee

The Nantucket Capital Program Committee will meet to consider adopting minutes from October 20 and 27, discuss FY24 capital requests for DPW Solid Waste, and receive updates on report-writing workgroup tasks including adding a comments field to the database and a template report.

• FY24 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion: DPW Solid Waste
• Potential adoption of minutes from October 20, 2022 & October 27, 2022
• Discussion of potential new day and time for meetings
• Change of Meeting Venue: Update from Finance Dept.
• Report-writing workgroup updates: add Comments/Footnotes field to DB, template report for timely delivery

The committee discussed several FY2024 capital requests for the Department of Public Works and Solid Waste, including landfill closure funding and equipment upgrades. No formal votes were taken to approve or deny the specific funding requests during this session.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved October 20 and October 27, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY24 capital requests from the Department of Public Works Solid Waste division and continue out-year planning. The agenda also includes potential adoption of minutes from October 20 and October 27, 2022, and updates on report-writing workgroup tasks.

• FY24 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion: DPW Solid Waste
• Potential adoption of minutes from October 20, 2022 & October 27, 2022
• Discussion of potential new day and time for meetings
• Change of meeting venue update from Finance Dept.
• Report-writing workgroup updates: Comments and Footnotes field in DB, template report for timely delivery

Nantucket Elementary School Council

The Nantucket Elementary School Council will meet on November 3, 2022, to discuss the School Improvement Plan (SIP) and budget updates. The agenda also includes a 'For the Good of the Order' segment and setting the agenda for the next meeting. No specific dollar amounts, rezonings, or contracts are mentioned.

• Discussion of School Improvement Plan (SIP)
• Budget updates
• Setting agenda for next meeting

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will consider executing a Memorandum of Understanding and accepting an easement for a walking trail on Lot 25, Cannonbury Lane, and discuss a request from the Maria Mitchell Association regarding 50 Old South Road/Discovery Playground. The meeting also includes a closed executive session for real estate acquisition.

• Execution of MOU with Town for walking trail on Lot 25, Cannonbury Lane
• Execution and acceptance of easement for walking trail on Lot 25, Cannonbury Lane
• Maria Mitchell Association request regarding 50 Old South Road/Discovery Playground
• Executive session for real estate acquisition (Purpose 6)

Town Clerk

This is a procedural posting for the Town Clerk's office. The agenda lists one item: advanced removal of ballots for the November 8 State Election and Special Town Election.

• Advanced removal of Nov. 8 State Election and Special Town Election ballots

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will discuss and potentially act on several sewer fee waiver requests, including one for a covenant lot at 28 South Shore Road and others from Richmond Great Point Development and Housing Nantucket. The board will also review a proposed Parking Advisory Committee and consider a letter from the Conservation Commission regarding the Sconset Beach Erosion Control Project. Additionally, the board will approve pending contracts, including professional service agreements for IT, police, and town administration, with amounts up to $300,000.

• Sewer fee waiver request for covenant lot at 28 South Shore Road (Lot 2B)
• Sewer fee waiver policy discussion by Sewer Commissioners
• Sewer fee waiver requests from Richmond Great Point Development and Housing Nantucket
• Professional service agreement with Fusion Medical Staffing for up to $300,000 for temporary nursing staff
• Discussion of October 24, 2022 letter from Conservation Commission on Sconset Beach Erosion Control Project

The Select Board voted to amend the sewer fee waiver policy to support affordable housing units at higher income levels. The Board also approved a 75% sewer fee reduction for the Richmond Great Point Development and a partial waiver for Housing Nantucket.

• Amended sewer fee waiver policy to encourage affordable housing at 175% AMI (3-1)
• Approved 75% reduction in sewer fees for Richmond Great Point Development Meadows II Apartments (3-1)
• Approved waiver of sewer connection permit fees for Housing Nantucket (4-0)
• Waived sewer connection permit fee for 28 South Shore Road (4-0)
• Approved MOU and easement for a walking trail on Cannonbury Lane with the Land Bank (4-0)
• Approved payroll warrants for Oct 30 and treasury warrants for Nov 2 (4-0)
• Accepted gifts for Natural Resources, Fire, Culture & Tourism, and Human Services departments (4-0)
• Approved pending contracts as listed in Exhibit 1 (4-0)

Town Clerk

The Nantucket Town Clerk is meeting to discuss the advanced removal of ballots for the Nov. 8 State Election and Special Town Election. This is a procedural item related to election administration.

• Advanced removal of Nov. 8 State Election and Special Town Election ballots

Council on Aging

The Nantucket Council on Aging will meet remotely to discuss project updates including a Health Fair recap, a winter coat project, senior home modifications, and reports on Human Services and Saltmarsh activities.

• Health Fair and Elder Expo recap
• Winter coat project for seniors
• Senior home modifications update
• Report on Human Services by Jerico Mele
• Our Island Home/Senior Center Work Group update

HDC Organizational Focus Committee

This meeting of the Nantucket HDC Organizational Focus Committee, scheduled for November 2, 2022, has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several sewer connection fee waiver requests, including for a covenant lot at 28 South Shore Road, Richmond Great Point Development, and Housing Nantucket. They will also discuss a proposed Parking Advisory Committee mission and potential action to establish it. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and contracts, as well as announcements about committee vacancies and a legislative update.

• Request for waiver of sewer connection permit fee for covenant lot at 28 South Shore Road (Lot 2B on Plan No. 2021-23)
• Sewer Commissioners: discussion/action on Sewer Fee Waiver Policy
• Richmond Great Point Development: sewer fee waiver request(s)
• Housing Nantucket: sewer fee waiver request
• Review of proposed Parking Advisory Committee mission and potential action to establish committee

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will take action on four applications for closing cost and down payment assistance under the CCAP/CFAP programs, including for properties at 11 Equator Drive and two Habitat homes on Beachgrass Road. The board will also discuss defining 'year-round' occupancy and codifying income limits served by the Trust, as well as a cost adjustment request for the 31 Fairgrounds project.

• CFAP application for Davis at 11 Equator Drive
• CCAP applications for Dwyer at 31 B Beachgrass Rd. and Ho-Shue at 31 A Beachgrass Rd. (Habitat homes)
• CCAP application for Glidden/Embry-Pelrine at 24 Rugged Rd., Lot 4B
• Discussion of year-round definitions and restrictions for covenant properties
• Discussion of warrant article to codify income limits served by the Trust

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will vote on four applications for housing assistance (CCAP/CFAP) and discuss year-round definitions, income limits, and a cost adjustment for a Fairgrounds property. The board will also consider funding for communications work on a real estate transfer fee and discuss the Dr. Dickler Award.

• CFAP Application – Davis, 11 Equator Drive
• CCAP Application – Dwyer, 31 B Beachgrass Rd. (Habitat Home)
• CCAP Application – Ho-Shue, 31 A Beachgrass Rd. (Habitat Home)
• CCAP Application – Glidden/Embry-Pelrine, 24 Rugged Rd., Lot 4B (Covenant Home & Lot)
• Funding for seven letters on Real Estate Transfer Fee for housing

The Trust approved several individual housing assistance applications and $20,000 for state-level housing bank strategy work. Members also voted to draft a warrant article to codify income limits for affordable and attainable housing up to 240% AMI.

• Approved CFAP application for Shawn Davis at 11 Equator Drive for up to $10,000 (6-0)
• Approved CCAP application for Dwyer family at 31B Beachgrass Rd. for up to $15,000 (6-0)
• Approved CCAP application for Ho-Shue household at 31A Beachgrass Rd. for up to $15,000 (6-0)
• Approved CCAP application for Glidden/Embry-Pelrine household at 24 Rugged Rd. Lot B for up to $15,000 (6-0)
• Adopted drafted language for income limits, including up to 100% AMI for low to moderate income (7-0)
• Authorized Town Counsel to draft a Warrant Article for CPA fund use with an upper limit of 240% AMI (7-0)
• Approved $20,000 for communications and strategy work regarding the real estate transfer fee (7-0)

Board of Registrars

The Board of Registrars is meeting to conduct a ballot test for the upcoming November 8, 2022 State Election and Special Town Election. The agenda contains only this single procedural item.

• Ballot test for Nov. 8, 2022 State Election & Special Town Election

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will deliberate 1st-round funding requests totaling approximately $2.2 million. Items include roof repairs at the Grossman Wing of Nantucket Community Service, restoration of St. Paul's Church tower and entrance, and preservation of the Research Library by the Nantucket Historical Association. Also up for discussion is a $290,000 rental assistance request from the Nantucket Interfaith Council.

• St. Paul's Church tower and main entrance restoration: $850,000
• Nantucket Historical Association Research Library restoration: $609,713
• Nantucket Interfaith Council rental assistance FY24: $290,000
• Nantucket Community Service Grossman Wing roof: $200,000
• Nantucket Island School of Design Heifer Project Phase 3: $367,920

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The board will hear reports from the Marine and Natural Resources departments, discuss old business including a Harbors Action Plan update and green crab management, and consider new business such as a draft Town report and a Coastal Resilience Advisory Board update. Public comment periods are provided.

• Discussion of stormwater runoff and harbor impacts
• Update on excessive lawn fertilizer use and harbor health
• FDA shellfish taking prohibition in mooring fields
• Vote on HSAB draft Town report
• Green crabs – Scott Anderson’s ideas

The board approved the FY22 report with edits. Members discussed the upcoming Harbors Action Plan update and potential recommendations regarding green crab trapping.

• Approved Oct. 4, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Oct. 18, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved FY22 report with edits (5-0)
• Agreed to generate a list of action items for the updated harbors plan

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss reinstating advisory boards and meet with the Sign Advisory Council. The agenda includes over 100 items: sign applications, consent items (sheds, roof replacements, door/window changes), new business (alterations, new dwellings, solar arrays), and old business (additions, garages, pools).

• Discussion on letter to SB reinstating advisory boards and meeting with Sign Advisory Council
• Two Nantaco signs at 21 South Water St. held until Nov. 8
• Town of Nantucket alterations at 16 Broad St. and 20 South Water St. held until Nov. 8
• New dwelling at 5 Sandplain Dr. (Richmond Great Pt) held until Nov. 15
• Over 80 old and new business items including new dwellings, additions, solar arrays, and pools

The Commission voted to request the reinstatement of advisory boards via a letter to the Select Board. The meeting also included the approval of numerous residential certificates for sheds, pools, and solar arrays, while several larger construction projects were held for revisions.

• Approved letter to Select Board regarding reinstatement of advisory boards (unanimous)
• Approved 16 residential consents for various projects (4-0)
• Approved 5 residential consents with visibility conditions (unanimous)
• Approved like-kind replacement at 4 Step Lane (unanimous)
• Approved new dwelling at 6 Sandy Drive (3-0)
• Approved garage, gazebo, pool, and shed at 26 Douglas Way (3-1)
• Approved new dwelling and garage at 33 Quidnet Road (unanimous)
• Held applications for 146 Main Street, 26 Easy Street, and 1 Smooth Hummock Way for revisions

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss federal grants and technology, and vote on several small donations and fundraising funds. The meeting also includes a student council report and preview of the next meeting's agenda.

• Vote to approve $378.48 in fundraising funds from Edukit to NES
• Vote to approve $200 donation to CPS WCPS News Network from Ridge LLC
• Vote to approve $200 donation to CPS WCPS News Network from Cook's Café Inc.
• Vote to approve $500 donation to CPS WCPS News Network from Sylvia Antiques LLC
• Discussion of federal grants update and technology presentation

NPEDC Work Group

This is a procedural meeting posting for the Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission Work Group. The agenda contains only boilerplate language and no specific topics, decisions, or discussions are listed. The meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2022, at 4 Fairgrounds Rd., Nantucket, MA.

The Town Area Plan Work Group endorsed the Planning Department's efforts to rationalize the differences between the Residential Old Historic (ROH) and Old Historic (OHD) districts. Members discussed updating harbor front language to include Chapter 91 Licenses and coastal resilience recommendations. The group also reviewed the status of a resident survey.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 4, 2022 draft minutes (unanimous)
• Endorsed Planning Department efforts to rationalize ROH and OHD districts
• Agreed to encourage Town planners to conduct property-by-property analysis for district alignment

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk's State & Local Election Advanced Removal meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 1st at 9:30am has been cancelled. No further details are provided in the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled; no decisions or discussions will occur

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Short Term Rental Workgroup's Data Subgroup is meeting remotely via Zoom on October 28, 2022. The agenda includes a discussion with Town Counsel regarding legal questions. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion with Town Counsel on legal questions related to short-term rentals
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom webinar registration
• No specific data items, proposals, or votes on the agenda

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on nine new Notices of Intent for projects including work at Brant Point Club, Nantucket Islands Land Bank, and multiple residential properties. The commission will also consider amended orders, requests for determination, minor modifications, and certificates of compliance. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund geotextile tube project removal order.

• Brant Point Club LLC – 6,8 North Beach Street/4 Dolphin Court (SE48-3518)
• Nantucket Islands Land Bank – 32 Western Avenue (SE48-3582) (continued to 11/10)
• Nantucket Hotel Holdings, LLC – 77 Easton Street (SE48-)
• Executive session to discuss litigation with Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund over geotextile tube project removal order
• Certificate of Compliance for Reed Pond Nominee Trust at 129 & 137 Cliff Road (SE48-2284)

The Commission issued an enforcement order and fines to a homeowner and contractor for draining a pool into a coastal beach area. Several Orders of Condition were approved for residential and commercial projects, while other requests were continued for further review.

• Issued Enforcement Order and fines to homeowner and contractor for pool drainage at 46 Monomoy Road (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Brant Point Club, LLC at 6,8 North Beach Street (4-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Levin at 234 Madaket Road (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Tornovish Realty Trust at 21 Allens Lane (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Nantucket Hotel Holdings, LLC at 77 Easton Street (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for Boathouse Realty Trust at 52 Warrens Landing (5-0)
• Issued Negative 3 Determination of Applicability for 9 Gingy Lane and 31 Washing Pond Road
• Continued hearings for 9 Arbour Way, 12 Almanack Pond Road, 5 Quaise Pastures Road, and 6 & 11 East Hallowell Lane

Contract Review Committee, Human Services

The Contract Review Committee is meeting to review a new application form and discuss evaluation criteria for human services contracts. The agenda also includes quarterly report meetings and general administrative items.

• Introduction of a new application form
• Review of new applications
• Discussion of evaluation criteria
• Quarterly report meetings

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will consider a park design proposal for 65/67 Easton Street, review monthly reports for Sconset and Miacomet golf courses, and authorize capital fund transfers and cash disbursements. The board will also enter executive session to discuss ongoing litigation and real estate acquisition.

• Park design proposal for 65/67 Easton Street
• Monthly review of Sconset and Miacomet golf courses
• Warrant authorization for golf capital funds transfer
• Warrant authorization for additional closing funds for 244 Polpis Road
• Executive session for litigation (Ceylon Elves v. Land Bank) and real estate acquisition

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 body will consider project applications for multiple residential and commercial addresses across the county.

• NOI for 6, 8 N Beach and 4 Dolphin Court
• NOI for 32 Western Avenue, 9 Arbour Way, and 12 Almanack Pond Road
• AOOC for 19 East Tristram, 16 Easton Street, and 41 Monomoy Road
• RDA for 9 Gingy Lane and 31 Washing Pond Road
• Monitoring report for 16 Medouie Creek Road

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY24 capital requests from the Department of Public Works, including General and Facilities, and consider out-year spending. The committee will also take up a report-writing workgroup update, a potential change of meeting day and time, and a venue change update from the Finance Department.

• FY24 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion: DPW General & Facilities
• Report-writing Workgroup update: add Comments and Footnotes field to database (Priority: High)
• Report-writing Workgroup update: template report for timely delivery (Priority: High)
• Change of Meeting Venue: update from Finance Dept.
• Potential new day and time for meetings

The committee discussed FY2024 capital requests, including security cameras and the Nobadeer Soccer Field expansion. No votes were taken on the funding of these requests during this meeting.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY2024 capital requests from the Department of Public Works, including sewer and stormwater projects, and review out-year funding. The agenda also includes updates on a report-writing workgroup and potential changes to meeting times and venue.

• Sewer requests: $2m for CMOM, $7m for Surfside WWTF Upgrade Phase 2, $50k for electric vehicle, $115k for F-550 dump truck, $85k for F-350 pickup
• Stormwater requests: $1m for Silver Street Parking Lot Improvements, $1.1m for Island-wide Drainage Improvements, $2m for CMOM
• Discussion of Madaket/Warrens Landing/Somerset Road sewer extension priority
• Report-writing workgroup action items: add Comments field to database, template report, finalize member responsibilities

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will meet remotely to hold an executive session for contract negotiations with the non-union Airport Manager and a related strategy session. The meeting will also include announcements and public comment.

• Executive session under G.L. c.30A, §21(a) Clause 2 for contract negotiations with the Airport Manager
• Executive session under Clause 2 for a strategy session in preparation for those negotiations

Select Board

The Select Board will hear the Town Manager's report on FY23 first-quarter budget reports for the Airport, Water, and Sewer Enterprise Funds, and receive an update on bicycle/pedestrian path projects. The board will also continue preliminary review of town-sponsored warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. Additionally, the board will announce committee vacancies and accept applications for several boards and commissions.

• FY23 first-quarter budget reports for Airport, Water, and Sewer Enterprise Funds
• Update on bicycle/pedestrian/multi-use path projects
• Preliminary review of town-sponsored warrant articles for 2023 Annual Town Meeting
• Committee vacancies announced: Zoning Board of Appeals, Harbor Plan Update Committee, Agricultural Commission, Tree Advisory Committee
• Applications due November 10, 2022 for committee vacancies

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a regular meeting on October 26, 2022, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes review of FY23 first-quarter budget reports for the Airport, Water, and Sewer Enterprise Funds, an update on bicycle/pedestrian/multi-use path projects, and continued preliminary review of town-sponsored warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The board will also approve minutes, warrants, and pending contracts.

• FY 2023 First Quarter Budget Reports: Airport Enterprise Fund; Water Enterprise Fund; Sewer Enterprise Fund
• Transportation Planner: Bicycle/Pedestrian/Multi-Use Path Projects Update
• Continued Preliminary Review of Town-Sponsored Warrant Articles for 2023 Annual Town Meeting
• Approval of Treasury Warrants for October 26, 2022
• Approval of Minutes of October 19, 2022

The Select Board approved the October 26, 2022 treasury warrants and the minutes from the October 19 meeting. The board reviewed first-quarter budget reports for the airport, water, and sewer departments and discussed potential 2023 town meeting warrant articles.

• Approved Minutes of October 19, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Treasury Warrants for October 26, 2022 (4-0)
• Agreed to proceed with a warrant article to rework a fertilizer ban home rule petition
• Agreed to hold off on a home rule petition to establish five-year terms for the Select Board

Nantucket Housing Authority

The Nantucket Housing Authority will hold a public hearing on its proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2023 (State Program) and consider an emergency revision to the Capital Improvement Plan of $6,141 and Amendment #9 to a financial assistance contract worth $249,558.88. The board will also approve minutes, sign warrants, welcome a new member, and discuss a housing needs covenant for 24 Rugged Road.

• Public Hearing – Proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2023 (State Program)
• Emergency Revision to Capital Improvement Plan $6,141
• Amendment #9 to Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA) 5001 - $249,558.88
• Nantucket Housing Needs Covenant: 24 Rugged Road
• Approval of Minutes of September 22, 2022

The board approved the FY 2023 Annual Plan and a warrant totaling $246,989.83. Members also authorized emergency repairs for state units and approved a contract amendment for financial assistance.

• Approved Proposed Annual Plan for FY 2023 (5-0)
• Approved warrant for July 1, 2022, through October 2022 totaling $246,989.83 (5-0)
• Approved $6,141 for emergency Capital Improvement Plan repairs to state units (5-0)
• Approved Amendment #9 to Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA) 5001 for $249,558.88 (5-0)
• Approved Nantucket Housing Needs Covenant for 24 Rugged Road (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved September 22, 2022 minutes (5-0)

County Commission

The Nantucket County Commission will consider a request to establish and provide initial funding for an Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund. The meeting also includes approval of September minutes and October payroll warrants, plus public comment and commissioner reports.

• Request to establish and fund County OPEB Trust Fund
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2022
• Approval of payroll and treasury warrants for October 2022

The County Commission voted to establish and provide initial funding for the County Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund. The commission also approved the September 28, 2022 meeting minutes and the October 2022 payroll and treasury warrants.

• Approved establishment and initial funding for County Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund (4-0)
• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved October 2022 Payroll and Treasury Warrants (4-0)

County Commission

The County Commission will vote on establishing an Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund and authorizing $355,813 from the Unreserved Fund Balance to fund it. The agenda also includes approval of September meeting minutes and October payroll and treasury warrants.

• Request to establish OPEB Trust Fund under MGL ch.32b Section 20
• Initial funding of $355,813 from Unreserved Fund Balance
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2022 meeting
• Approval of payroll and treasury warrants for October 2022

HDC Organizational Focus Committee

The Historic District Commission's Organizational Focus Committee will discuss and take action on a 'Best Practices Initiative' and updates from the Resiliently Integrating Sustainable Energy (RISE) workgroup, including a participant interest form and workgroup items. No minutes are scheduled for review. The next meeting date is to be determined.

• Discuss & take action on HDC 'Best Practices Initiative'
• Update on RISE participant Interest Form
• Discuss & take action on RISE Workgroup 'Items'
• Discuss file repository

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will meet for a terminal tour with consultants. The agenda includes public comment and final comments before adjournment. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Terminal tour with consultants

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council will hold a remote meeting to consider two new sign applications: a projecting sign for Mass General Brigham at 6 Bayberry Court and one for Union Lodge F & A. M at 30 Main St Unit C. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from several prior meetings and public comment.

• Mass General Brigham: projecting sign at 6 Bayberry Court (Map/Parcel 55/706)
• Union Lodge F & A. M: projecting sign at 30 Main St Unit C (Map/Parcel 42.3.1/215)
• Approval of minutes from May 24, June 6 & 21, July 5 & 19, August 2, and October 11, 2022

The Sign Advisory Council reviewed two applications for projecting signs. One application was noted for layout and lettering improvements, while the other was held for a site visit to evaluate height and facade placement.

• Mass General Brigham projecting sign at 6 Bayberry Court: Recommended layout and lettering changes
• Union Lodge F & A.M projecting sign at 30 Main St Unit C: Motion to hold for site visit to review height and facade placement

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Nantucket Short Term Rentals Working Group (STRWG) will meet to refine and confirm process policy goals, receive a presentation on STR policy development and data from Granicus, and finalize the group's operating protocols. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Presentation by Granicus on STR policy development and data
• Review and refine draft STR policy goals
• Finalize STRWG operating protocols
• Approve minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting
• Public comment period

The working group approved revised operating protocols with a vote of 8-0, though one member from ACK Now declined to follow specific provisions regarding messaging and competing warrant articles. The group also refined a draft policy statement to regulate short-term rentals and reviewed initial data from Granicus.

• Approved revised operating protocols (8-0)
• Revised policy statement to regulate short-term rentals to preserve community character and housing
• Scheduled next working group meeting for November 8, 2022
• Scheduled data subgroup meeting for October 28, 2022

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission is meeting to decide on a large docket of applications, including new dwellings, additions, signs, and solar arrays. Items range from routine roof replacements and shed moves to major new construction projects on Fawn Lane and Polpis Road. Several applications are held for future meetings.

• New dwellings, pools, and hardscape for 5 lots on Fawn Lane by Tic T’Ack Toe LLC
• New dwelling, garage, pool, and cabana at 79 Polpis Rd by 79 Polpis Rd RE LLC
• New guest house at 32 Jefferson Ave by Eleven Lincoln Ave Tst
• Alterations to 16 Broad St and 20 South Water St by Town of Nantucket (held to 11/01)
• Projecting signs for Mass General Brigham at 6 Bayberry Court and Union Lodge at 30 Main St

The Historic District Commission approved several new home and pool constructions, including a multi-lot project on Fawn Lane. The board also granted approvals for window and roof replacements, while holding several other applications for revisions.

• Approved projecting sign for Mass General Brigham (unanimous)
• Approved 13 consent items including shed moves and roof replacements (4-0)
• Approved window replacement at 51 Pleasant Street (4-1)
• Approved new guest house at 32 Jefferson Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved new dwelling, garage, pool, and cabana at 79 Polpis Road (unanimous)
• Approved five new dwellings and associated pools/hardscapes on Fawn Lane (various votes)
• Approved barn addition at 121 Madaket Road (unanimous)
• Approved new dwelling at 14-16 Sheep Pond Road (3-1)

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee is discussing a draft letter to MassDEP requesting assistance with Chapter 91 compliance and public access along the intertidal zone. The committee also reviewed a quarterly report covering outreach to downtown harbor property owners, progress on sea level rise data layers, and a failed grant application for a downtown flood barrier study.

• Draft letter to MassDEP Waterways Program requesting inspection and guidance on Chapter 91 compliance for coastal engineering structures
• Quarterly report highlights meeting with major downtown harbor property holders (Harbormaster, Nantucket Yacht Club, Great Harbor Yacht Club, Nantucket Boat Basin)
• Grant application for Downtown Neighborhood Flood Barrier Phase 1 feasibility study was unsuccessful
• Natural Resources Department received $158,465 FEMA Zone Grant for Sesachacha Pond resiliency work (oyster reef and land grading)
• CRAC reviewed Priority 1 projects: Madaket Erosion Management Pilot Project and Ames Avenue Bridge Protection

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss resiliency plans with the Nantucket Historical Association and review feedback regarding an unfunded grant for the Downtown Neighborhood Flood Barrier Phase 1. Members will also review a draft letter to the Select Board for Mass DEP and a third quarter report.

• Discussion of Nantucket Historical Association Resiliency Plans
• Discussion of CZM feedback on Downtown Neighborhood Flood Barrier Phase 1 grant application
• Review of draft letter to Select Board regarding Mass DEP
• Review of draft third quarter CRAC report to Select Board
• Approval of minutes from September 13, September 27, and October 11

The committee unanimously approved its draft third quarter report to the Select Board. Members discussed resiliency plans from the Nantucket Historical Association and received feedback on a grant application for the Downtown Neighborhood Flood Barrier Phase 1. A vote on a letter to Mass DEP was deferred to a future meeting.

• Unanimously approved draft third quarter CRAC report to Select Board
• Approved September 13th minutes (STB abstain)
• Approved September 27th minutes (STB abstain)

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will meet remotely on October 24, 2022. Items include opening a 21-day comment period on a TIP amendment for NRTA Low Emissions Vehicles, discussing the Long Range Transportation Plan Work Program, and considering the 2023 Annual Town Meeting and budget.

• TIP Amendment, NRTA Low Emissions Vehicles — open 21-day comment period
• Long Range Transportation Plan Work Program
• FY21 Unified Planning Work Program Amendment — open 21-day comment period
• Appointment — Harbor Plan Update Committee (1 NPEDC representative)
• Discussion — 2023 Annual Town Meeting

The Commission voted to open 21-day public comment periods for a TIP amendment regarding low-emission buses and an FY23 UPWP administrative amendment. Members also appointed representatives to the Harbor Plan Update Committee and the Madaket Area Plan workgroup.

• Opened 21-day comment period for TIP Amendment for $4M low emission buses (Unanimous)
• Opened 21-day comment period for FY23 UPWP Amendment (Unanimous)
• Appointed Seth Engelbourg to Harbor Plan Update Committee (Unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Topham to Madaket Area Plan workgroup (Unanimous)
• Approved August 22, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved September 19, 2022 minutes as corrected (Unanimous)

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission is meeting to review and discuss several planning documents, including a Transportation Improvement Program amendment, a draft Long-Range Transportation Plan questionnaire, a Unified Planning Work Program amendment, a Harbor Plan update, and a Madaket Area Plan update. The commission will also consider an agreement between NPEDC and the Town of Nantucket.

• Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendment
• Draft Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) questionnaire
• Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) amendment with 21-day comment period
• Harbor Plan Update Committee report
• Agreement between NPEDC and Town of Nantucket

NPEDC Work Group

The Town Area Plan Work Group, a sub-committee of the Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission, will meet remotely to discuss the nine components of the Master Plan and review questions for a proposed survey. The group will also consider approval of draft minutes from October 4, 2022.

• Discussion of nine components of the Master Plan
• Review of questions for a proposed survey
• Approval of draft minutes from October 4, 2022

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission is meeting on October 21, 2022, in a hybrid format. The agenda lists only procedural items and no specific decisions or discussions are detailed.

• Meeting posting and compliance with MGL Chapter 30A, § 18-25

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will meet to discuss various tree-related matters, including updates on a sewer force main project and tree mapping. The agenda includes discussions regarding specific properties such as 43 Union, 41 W Chester, and 10 York Street.

• Discussion of Elm Tree at 43 Union
• Updates on new Sewer Force Main project
• Tree mapping discussion
• Public Tree Hearing regarding Elm Trees at 14 West Creek Road
• Denial of Tree Removal Request for Catalpa Tree at 10 York Street

Traffic Safety Work Group

The Traffic Safety Work Group will discuss several tabled items from September 15, 2022, including vehicular and pedestrian safety concerns on Vesper Lane, pedestrian safety at Miacomet Avenue/Surfside Road, and a request to reverse 'no parking' on Coffin Street. The group will also review requests for an accessible parking space at Jefferson Avenue by Galley Beach and sign removal on York Street and at Pine and Darling Streets.

• Request to address vehicular and pedestrian safety concerns on Vesper Lane (tabled from September 15, 2022)
• Request to address pedestrian safety concerns at Miacomet Avenue/Surfside Road (tabled from September 15, 2022)
• Request for reversal of 'no parking' on south side of Coffin Street, Siasconset (tabled from September 15, 2022)
• Commission on Disability: Request for additional accessible parking space at the end of Jefferson Avenue by Galley Beach (tabled from September 15, 2022)
• Review request to eliminate signs on York Street close to Old Mill (tabled from September 15, 2022)

Traffic Safety Work Group

The Traffic Safety Work Group will consider several pedestrian and vehicular safety requests tabled from September 15, including concerns on Vesper Lane, Miacomet Avenue/Surfside Road, and a parking reversal on Coffin Street. They will also review sign removal requests on York Street and Pine/Darling Streets, and an additional accessible parking space at Jefferson Avenue by Galley Beach.

• Vehicular and pedestrian safety concerns on Vesper Lane
• Pedestrian safety concerns at Miacomet Avenue/Surfside Road
• Request for reversal of 'no parking' on south side of Coffin Street, Siasconset
• Request for additional accessible parking space at end of Jefferson Avenue by Galley Beach
• Review request to eliminate signs on York Street close to Old Mill

Cyrus Peirce Middle School

The Cyrus Peirce Middle School School Council is meeting to discuss preliminary work on the FY24 budget and to review the CPS School Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes a Q&A session. No other specific items or decisions are listed.

• Preliminary FY24 Budget Work
• CPS School Improvement Plan

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission is conducting a workshop to review and discuss proposed updates to the Codified Regulations. The meeting includes review of draft documents, comments, and guidelines related to wetlands protection and viewshed management.

• Review of Codified Regulations Draft Updated V2
• Comments from Ian
• Comments from Engelbourg
• Review of Viewshed Management Guidelines Draft V1
• Review of Wetland Bylaw and Wetlands Protection Regulations from Sutton, Arlington, and Groton

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss potential amendments to the Town's Wetland Protection Regulations (Chapter 390). The agenda includes public comment and a workshop on possible regulatory changes. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Workshop discussion of potential changes to Chapter 390 Wetland Protection Regulations
• Public comment period

Board of Health

The Board of Health is reviewing several loan applications and a variance request for 6 Squam Road. The agenda also includes documentation regarding Millies seating capacity and Bar Yoshi.

• Variance request for 6 Squam Rd
• Septic upgrade documentation for 6 Squam Rd
• Loan application for 29 Long Pond Drive
• Loan application for Fraker
• Loan application for Hobson-Dupont

Board of Health

The Nantucket Board of Health will review minutes, hear public comment, and act on several septic-related items: loan requests for four properties, a variance for 6 Squam Rd, and condemnation of 28 Sheep Pond Road due to septic failure. The board will also discuss seating at Millie's Restaurant and Bar Yoshi, and short-term rentals.

• Loan request for Jennifer Fraker, 1H St, 6012-65, MHWS, Zone A, septic repair
• Loan request for Garret Roberts, 29 Long Pd Dr, 59.4-19, MHWS Zone A, septic repair
• Loan request for Hobson-Dupont, 11 Washington Ave, 6021-41, MHWS Zone A
• Loan request for 6 Squam Rd, 21-49, Susan Landmann, septic repair
• Variance for 6 Squam Rd, 21-49, reduction of setbacks to property line

The Nantucket Board of Health unanimously approved four septic repair loans for properties in flood zones, a variance for a setback reduction at 6 Squam Road, and ratified a condemnation at 28 Sheep Pond Road due to septic failure. Discussions on seating at Bar Yoshi and Millie’s Restaurant resulted in consensus for Bar Yoshi to operate with 50 chairs, while no action was taken on Millie’s seating or short-term rental regulations.

• Approved septic repair loans for Jennifer Fraker, Garret Roberts, Hobson-Dupont, and Susan Landmann (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 6 Squam Road setback reduction (unanimous)
• Ratified condemnation of 28 Sheep Pond Road due to septic failure (unanimous)
• Consensus to allow Bar Yoshi to operate with 50 chairs
• No action on Millie’s Restaurant seating
• No action on short-term rental regulations

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY2024 capital requests totaling $69.2 million from the General Fund and $71.5 million from Enterprise Funds, including major items like $13 million for Surfside-area road reconstruction and $22.6 million for the Airport South Apron Expansion. The committee will also consider adopting minutes from October 6, 2022, discuss changing meeting day/time, and receive an update on report-writing software improvements.

• FY24 General Fund requests total $69.2M, including $13M for Surfside-area road reconstruction and $3.8M for DPW soccer field/equipment
• Enterprise Fund requests total $71.5M, including $22.6M for Airport South Apron Expansion and $5M supplemental for Landfill closure
• Discussion of potential new meeting day and time due to quorum issues
• Update on report-writing software (Plumb) to add comments/ footnotes field
• Potential adoption of minutes from October 6, 2022 meeting

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY24 capital requests from the Department of Public Works Transportation division and continue multi-year budget planning. The committee will also consider changing its meeting day/time and receive an update on a potential venue change from the Finance Department.

• FY24 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion: DPW Transportation
• Discussion of potential new day and time for meetings
• Change of meeting venue update from Finance Department
• Report-writing workgroup action items including adding a Comments and Footnotes field to the database

Cannabis Advisory Committee

The Cannabis Advisory Committee will meet remotely to review and comment on Nantucket host agreements, elect officers, and receive updates from commissioners. The agenda includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Review and comment on Nantucket Host Agreements (continued)
• Election of officers
• Brief update from commissioners

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a hearing on an appeal of the Tree Warden and Tree Advisory Committee's denial of a request to remove two elm trees at 14 West Creek Road. The board will also consider several contracts, including a $1.18 million town-wide line painting contract and a $229,539 contract for Town Pier repairs. Two public hearings are scheduled for changes to liquor licenses for Sankaty Head Golf Club and Nantucket Yacht Club.

• Appeal of tree removal denial for two elm trees at 14 West Creek Road (tabled from October 12)
• Public hearing for change of officers and alteration of premises for all-alcoholic beverages club license at Sankaty Head Golf Club
• Public hearing for change of officers and change from seasonal to annual all-alcoholic beverages club license at Nantucket Yacht Club
• Approval of pending contracts including $1,177,478.33 for town-wide line painting and $229,539 for Town Pier repairs
• Community Preservation Committee request for town sponsorship of 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a hearing to consider Christopher Johnson's appeal of the denial of his application for a taxi license under Town Code §367-2. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Hearing to consider appeal of Christopher Johnson regarding denial of taxi license application

Select Board

The Select Board will consider approving several contracts, including a $1.18 million town-wide line painting contract and a $229,539 contract for Town Pier repairs. They will also hold public hearings on liquor license changes for Sankaty Head Golf Club and Nantucket Yacht Club, and discuss a tree removal appeal at 14 West Creek Road.

• Public hearing on all-alcoholic beverages club license change for Sankaty Head Golf Club at 100 Sankaty Road
• Public hearing on all-alcoholic beverages club license change for Nantucket Yacht Club at 1 South Beach Street
• Approval of $1,177,478.33 purchase agreement with K5 Corporation for town-wide line painting
• Approval of $229,539 professional service agreement with Foth Infrastructure for Town Pier repairs
• Tree removal denial appeal at 14 West Creek Road tabled from October 12

HDC Organizational Focus Committee

The Historic District Commission's Organizational Focus Committee will meet to discuss and take action on a 'Best Practices Initiative' and updates from the Resiliently Integrating Sustainable Energy (RISE) workgroup, including a reposted interest form and related items. No minutes are scheduled for review.

• Discuss and take action on HDC 'Best Practices Initiative'
• Update on RISE participant interest form reposted for 2-week interval
• Discuss and take action on RISE workgroup items
• Discuss file repository for RISE workgroup

Select Board

The Nantucket Select Board will hold a joint meeting with Martha's Vineyard select boards to discuss topics of mutual concern. The agenda lists broad issue areas including housing, short-term rental issues, summer issues, wind farms, food security, truck traffic, traffic circulation, public transit, parking, roadway and drainage improvements, and climate change/sea level rise. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Joint meeting with Martha's Vineyard select boards
• Discussion of housing
• Discussion of short-term rental issues
• Discussion of wind farms
• Discussion of climate change/sea level rise

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The Nantucket Roads and Right of Way Committee will hear updates on Franklin Street and Stone Alley takings, road and sidewalk projects, and review public way monument locations. The agenda includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and discussion of the Harbor Plan Update.

• Update on Franklin Street and Stone Alley takings
• Update on road and sidewalk projects
• Review of public way monument locations ready to install
• Discussion of Harbor Plan Update
• Sidewalk projects including Prospect St., Pleasant St., and Lovers Lane

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will discuss the FY24 school calendar, a math needs assessment, and 18-quarter budget updates. Votes include approving donations for a cheerleading platform, a school news network, and a field trip. The meeting also includes public comment and committee reports.

• Math Needs Assessment presentation by Mandy Bardsley and Alison Mello
• 18 Quarter Budget Updates from CFO Martin Anguelov
• Vote to approve donation of cheerleading platform to NPS Athletics from Mike Gillies
• Vote to approve $200 donation to CPS WCPS News Network from R.A. Energy
• Vote to approve $1,770.68 donation to NIS Grade 3 for bus transportation to Plimoth Plantation from FONPS

Historic District Commission

The Nantucket Historic District Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss and vote on numerous applications for work within the historic district, including signs, new dwellings, pools, hardscapes, and alterations. The agenda includes consent items, items with conditions, views, and both new and old business from previous meetings. Several items are marked as HOLD and may be postponed to a later date.

• Two sign applications for Nantaco at 21 South Water St. (projecting sign and menu/wall sign) are on hold until October 25.
• Consent items include a new cabana at 3 Pine Tree Rd., a new shed at 320e Polpis Rd., and a deck and porch extension at 39 W. Miacomet Rd.
• Three pool applications (10 Skyline Drive, Maple Lane Lot 4, 11 Osprey Way) require that pools not be visible at inspection and in perpetuity.
• New business includes multiple new dwellings, garages, pools, and hardscapes at 2, 4, and 6 Mariner Way by Doherty ACK LLC.
• Old business includes a new mixed-use structure at 26 Easy St. and a new dwelling at 33 Quidnet Rd. with associated garage, studio, pool cabana, and hardscape.

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will meet on Oct. 18, 2022, to receive reports from the Marine and Natural Resources departments and discuss several harbor health issues. Topics include green crab management, stormwater runoff, lawn fertilizer impacts, and an update on the FDA shellfish-taking prohibition in mooring fields. The board will also consider appointments to the Harbors Action Plan update committee and receive a Coastal Resilience Advisory Board update.

• Green crabs – Scott Anderson’s ideas
• Stormwater runoff and harbor impacts
• Excessive lawn fertilizer use: Update – Discussion – New information
• FDA shellfish taking prohibition in mooring fields
• Harbors Action Plan update committee HSAB appointment

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting with an executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund (SBPF) geotextile tube project removal order. The public comment period is open, but the main substantive discussion will be closed to the public.

• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy on SBPF geotextile tube removal order
• Executive session to discuss compliance plan and maintenance manual proposed by Select Board and SBPF

Community Preservation Committee

The Nantucket Community Preservation Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 18, 2022, has been cancelled. No business was conducted.

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will vote on a final RFP for 7 Amelia Drive, discuss year-round housing definitions and a rental incentive program, and consider a warrant article to codify income limits. They will also take action on CCAP/CFAP applications for three properties and discuss funding for communications work on a real estate transfer fee for housing.

• CCAP applications for Bell at 9 Benjamin Drive and Reid at 9B Benjamin Drive (Habitat Homes)
• CFAP application for Davis at 11 Equator Drive
• Final review and approval of RFP for 7 Amelia Drive
• Discussion of year-round rental incentive program
• Discussion and approval of funding for communications strategy on real estate transfer fee for housing

Affordable Housing Trust

The Nantucket Affordable Housing Trust will meet to consider CCAP/CFAP applications for three households, review and approve an RFP for 7 Amelia Drive, discuss year-round definitions and a rental incentive program, and discuss a warrant article to codify income limits. The board will also discuss and potentially approve funding for communications work on a real estate transfer fee for housing.

• CCAP applications for Bell (9 Benjamin Drive) and Reid (9B Benjamin Drive) – Habitat homes
• CFAP application for Davis (11 Equator Drive)
• Final review and approval of RFP for 7 Amelia Drive
• Discussion of year-round definitions and restrictions
• Discussion and approval of funding for communications strategy on real estate transfer fee for housing

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Data Subgroup of the Short-Term Rental Work Group will meet to discuss data needs and sources, and coordinate with the vendor Granicus. The meeting is procedural and no votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of data needs and sources for short-term rental regulation
• Coordination/discussion with Granicus (likely a data or software vendor)

Select Board

The Select Board/County Commissioners will convene in open session and then immediately move into executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining. The board has determined that an open meeting could harm its bargaining position. No other items are on the agenda.

• Executive session under MGL c. 30A § 21(a)(3) to discuss collective bargaining strategy

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal of a building permit for 12 Eat Fire Spring Road, and will continue several previously opened cases. The board will also consider new applications for special permits and variances for pool installations and a residential apartment.

• Appeal of building permit at 12 Eat Fire Spring Rd (case 12-22)
• Continued hearing for variance at 50 Weweeder Ave for pool cabana (case 09-22)
• Special permit for in-ground pool at 4 Washington Ave (case 10-22)
• Special permit for pool at 13 Arkansas Ave (case 14-22)
• Variance request for apartment at 3.5 Mary Ann Dr (case 13-22)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold initial public hearings on an appeal of a building permit at 12 Eat Fire Spring Road, and on special permit applications for swimming pools at 4 Washington Avenue and 13 Arkansas Avenue. The board will also continue a hearing on a special permit for renovations at 8 Bank Street, and a variance request at 50 Weweeder Avenue. Votes may be taken on these items.

• Appeal of building permit at 12 Eat Fire Spring Road; $6,764.00 fee for work without a permit
• Special permit for swimming pool at 4 Washington Avenue in Village Residential district
• Special permit for swimming pool at 13 Arkansas Avenue in Village Residential district
• Continued hearing on special permit for renovations at 8 Bank Street in Sconset Old Historic district
• Variance request at 50 Weweeder Avenue to exceed ground cover ratio and reduce side yard setback

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal of a building permit for 12 Eat Fire Spring Road, with a vote possible. The board will also consider several variance and special permit requests, including a pool cabana setback variance at 50 Weweeder Avenue and a second-floor apartment at 3.5 Mary Ann Drive. Two continued hearings from previous meetings are on the agenda, with one continued to a future date and the other to November 10, 2022.

• Appeal of building permit at 12 Eat Fire Spring Road (LUG-3 zone)
• Variance request for pool cabana setback at 50 Weweeder Avenue (LUG-1 zone)
• Variance request for second-floor apartment at 3.5 Mary Ann Drive (CTEC zone)
• Special permit requests for in-ground pools at 4 Washington Avenue and 13 Arkansas Avenue (VR zone)
• Continued hearings for 8 Bank Street (SOH zone) and 50 Weweeder Avenue

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board will hold public hearings and review multiple secondary dwelling applications, ANR (Approval Not Required) plans, previous plans, and draft article concepts for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting. The agenda includes 7 secondary dwelling proposals, 8 ANR submissions, and 10 public hearings on various properties.

• Secondary dwelling applications at 7A Maryann Drive, 28A Evergreen Way, 53 Meadow View Drive, 4 Westmoor Lane, 27 Cornwall Street, 3B Miller Lane, and 26 Naushon Way
• Garage apartment application at 2 Maple Lane
• ANR plans for 24 Cliff Road, 12 Gardner Street, 21 Milk Street, 1 Toombs Court, 78 Cliff Road, Waverly Street, 10 Union Street, and 47 Okorwaw Avenue
• Public hearings for 9 Correia Lane, 41.5 Nobadeer Farm Road, The Faraway (multiple addresses), 1 White Street, 25 Autopscot Circle, 18-26 Sparks Avenue, 6 & 8 North Beach Street and 4 Dolphin Court, 86A & 88 Old South Road, 1 Airport Road, 7 Airport Road, 39 Union Street, and 9 Madaket Road
• Draft article concepts for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting

Planning Board

The Nantucket Planning Board will meet remotely on October 13, 2022, to discuss and potentially act on several agenda items. Key items include six secondary dwelling applications, nine Approval Not Required (ANR) plans, and updates on previous plans. The board will also consider requests to withdraw or continue several public hearings.

• Secondary dwelling applications for 7A Mary Ann Drive, 28A Evergreen Way, 53 Meadow View Drive, 4 Westmoor Lane, 27 Cornwall Street, and 3B Miller Lane
• ANR plans for properties including 24 Cliff Road, 12 Gardner Street, 21 Milk Street, 1 Toombs Court, 78 Cliff Road, Waverly Street Parcel W, 10 Union Street, 47 Okorwaw, and Lot 963 on Harvey Road
• Public hearing requests to withdraw without prejudice for ACK Mid Island, LLC (Sparks Avenue) and Catherine Dean Schulman (48 West Miacomet Road)
• Public hearings continued to November 14, 2022, for 1 Airport Road, 7 Airport Road, and 9 Madaket Road
• Previous plans include minor modification for Meadows II Workforce Rental Development and endorsement of plans for Craig’s Way Subdivision, 8 & 8A Miacomet Avenue, and Sand Eel Lane Subdivision

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will discuss FY24 capital requests for the airport, totaling $45,535,500, including projects like runway taxiway improvements, apron expansion, and employee housing. The committee will also elect officers, adopt minutes from prior meetings, and discuss potential changes to meeting times and venues.

• Airport FY24 capital requests total $45,535,500, including $22.68M for South Apron Expansion and $5.04M for Runway 24 High Speed Taxiway
• Election of officers is on the agenda
• Potential adoption of minutes from July 14, 2022 and September 29, 2022
• Discussion of potential new day and time for meetings
• Update from Finance Dept. on change of meeting venue

Capital Program Committee

The Capital Program Committee will meet to discuss FY24 capital requests and out-year planning for sewer and stormwater projects. The agenda also includes election of officers, adoption of prior meeting minutes, and updates on meeting logistics.

• FY24 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion: Sewer and Stormwater
• Election of Officers
• Potential adoption of minutes from July 14, 2022 and September 29, 2022
• Discussion of potential new day and time for meetings
• Update from Finance Dept. on change of meeting venue

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commission will meet to approve minutes, review production and rainfall reports, and receive updates on capital projects including the West of Airport Main, sewer force main, inventory, and the 2024 budget. Any pending contracts or amendments may also be executed.

• Review of minutes from 9/08/2022 and 10/5/22
• Production, billing, and rainfall reports
• West of Airport Main Project update
• Capital projects and sewer force main updates
• 2024 Budget review

Nantucket Intermediate School Council

The Nantucket Intermediate School Council will meet to discuss the development of the School Improvement Plan. The meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2022, at 3:00 PM in the NIS Conference Room.

• Discussion of the School Improvement Plan

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a special meeting on October 13, 2022, at 1:00 PM to review 18 applications from Tic T’Ack Toe LLC for new dwellings and pool/hardscape projects at 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 13, and 15 Fawn Lane. The commission will also discuss several other business items including street tree classification, wind turbines, and a hardscape at 43 Kendrick.

• 18 applications from Tic T’Ack Toe LLC for new dwellings and pool/hardscape at 2-15 Fawn Lane
• Discussion of street trees & vegetating mapping
• Discussion of Wind Turbines
• Section 106 – Sunrise Wind Farm Project introduction
• Review of policy on Move/Demo hearings for new dwellings

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission meeting scheduled for October 13, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Compensation Committee of NRTA Advisory Board

The Compensation Committee of the NRTA Advisory Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, evaluate compensation for the Authority Executive (tabled from April), and discuss the NRTA Administrator job vacancy and hiring process.

• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2022 meeting
• Evaluate compensation for NRTA Executive per 801 CMR 53.00
• Discussion of NRTA Administrator job vacancy and hiring process

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to adopt warrants for a Special Town Election and the State Election. The body will also review documents for the Meadows II Rental Housing Development Project and discuss town-sponsored warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting.

• Adoption of November 8, 2022 Special Town Election Warrant for Select Board One
• Adoption of November 8, 2022 State Election Warrant
• Approval of documents for Meadows II Rental Housing Development Project, including Violet Place
• Tree removal denial appeal for 14 West Creek Road
• Project update on Surfside Area Water Service and Transportation Enhancements

Select Board

The Select Board will review documents for the Meadows II Rental Housing Development Project. The meeting also includes updates on water service enhancements and preparations for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting.

• Meadows II Rental Housing Development Project documentation and funding
• Adoption of November 8, 2022 Special Town Election and State Election Warrants
• Tree Removal Denial appeal for 14 West Creek Road
• Surfside Area Water Service and Transportation Enhancements project update
• Review of town-sponsored warrant articles for the 2023 Annual Town Meeting

HDC Organizational Focus Committee

The committee will discuss next steps for the Resiliently Integrating Sustainable Energy (RISE) workgroup and the Best Practices Initiative. Members will also establish a policy for a file repository and review the committee's meeting schedule.

• RISE Workgroup participant interest form update
• Action on RISE Workgroup next steps
• Establishment of file repository policy
• Action on Best Practices Initiative
• Review of meeting day and time

Cemetery Commission

The Commission will review the FY2023 capital and operating budgets. Discussion includes updates on monument restoration at Old North and planning for additional lots at Polpis.

• Approval of September 14, 2022 minutes
• Approval of lot sales since last meeting
• Monument Restoration Project report: Old North
• Plan for layout of additional Polpis lots
• FY2023 Capital and Operating Budgets

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will review fuel revolver caps for FY23 and provide an update on the Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) investigation. The body will also discuss a Home Rule Petition regarding the capital approval process and conduct contract negotiations for the Airport Manager.

• Adoption of ATM Fuel Revolver Cap for FY23
• Update on Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) investigation
• Discussion of 091019-01 Capital Approval Process/Home Rule Petition
• Review of pending leases and contracts listed in Exhibit 1
• Contract negotiations and strategy session for the Airport Manager

Real Estate Assessment Committee

The meeting scheduled for October 11, 2022, has been cancelled.

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Commission will discuss improvements for the Burchell Farmhouse at 30 Mizzenmast Extension. The meeting includes discussions on transfer exemptions, financial statistics, and an appointment for the Harbor Plan Update Committee. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation and potential real estate acquisitions.

• Burchell Farmhouse Improvements at 30 Mizzenmast Extension
• Land Court Action No. 20MISC000058: The Ceylon Elves, LLC v. Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission (3 & 3B Wyer’s Way)
• 6 Wesco Place - Easement Encroachment discussion
• Real Estate Acquisition discussions

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss and vote on a letter to the Select Board regarding the reinstatement of decommissioned Advisory Boards. The body will also review a large volume of applications for signs, new dwellings, and property alterations across the town.

• Discussion and vote on reinstating decommissioned Advisory Boards
• 12 wall and projecting sign applications for 21 South Water St and 2 Chestnut St
• New dwelling applications for 2, 4, and 6 Mariner Way and 4, 5, 7, 9, and 11 Blue Ct
• Town of Nantucket alterations at 16 Broad St and 20 South Water St
• Mixed-use retail and residential applications for 40 Old South Rd

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is reviewing several funding requests for historic preservation projects and rental assistance. The agenda includes discussions on building restorations, library work, and maritime collection preservation.

• Nantucket Community Service: $58,000 for Landmark House, Grossman Wing Roof
• Hospital Thrift Shop Preservation: $30,390.00
• St. Paul’s Church: $850,000 for tower and Narthex restoration
• Nantucket Historical Association: $609,713 for Research Library restoration
• Nantucket Interfaith Council: $290,000 for Nantucket Rental Assistance FY’24

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee is reviewing the structure of the Nantucket and Madaket Harbors Action Plan update committee. The body is also considering a draft letter to the MassDEP Waterways program supporting a request for assistance with Chapter 91 compliance.

• Review of Harbor Plan Update Committee structure
• Draft letter to MassDEP Waterways program regarding Chapter 91 Compliance Questions and Request for Inspection
• Discussion of the Coastal Resilience Plan adopted January 12, 2022

Visitor Services Advisory Committee

The committee will conduct an election of the Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2022-2023 term. The agenda also includes reports from the Director and Visitor Services Coordinator.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022-2023 Term
• Approval of June 14 Minutes
• Director’s Report
• Visitor Services Coordinator’s Report
• Discussion About Guest Speakers for 2022-2023 Term

Sign Advisory Council (HDC)

The Sign Advisory Council is meeting to discuss several new business applications for wall signs at 2 Chestnut St. The council will also conduct a preliminary review for a projecting sign at 30 Main St.

• Wall sign applications for 2 Chestnut St (Signal Investment Partners)
• Preliminary review of projecting sign at 30 Main St (Toujours Midi)

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Short-term Rental Working Group is meeting to introduce members and define the group's objectives. The body will discuss success criteria, operating protocols, and the data needed for their work.

• Discussion of initial outcome goals and success criteria
• Review and refinement of Draft Operating Protocols
• Brainstorming of information needs and methodology
• Confirmation of future meeting dates and times

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee is meeting to appoint a representative to the Nantucket and Madaket Harbors Action Plan Update Committee. Members will discuss recovery actions related to the Resilience Cycle and review a draft letter to the Mass DEP.

• Appointment of a representative to the Nantucket and Madaket Harbors Action Plan Update Committee
• Storm update regarding Hurricanes Fiona and Ian
• Review of draft letter for Select Board to send to Mass DEP
• Discussion of goals and recommendations for the third quarter report to the Select Board

Cemetery Commission

The Nantucket Cemetery Commission is meeting at Polpis Cemetery to discuss the layout of additional burial lots. The body will also discuss brush removal, fencing, and other possible improvements.

• Layout of additional burial lots at Polpis Cemetery
• Discussion of brush removal at Polpis Cemetery
• Discussion of fencing and other improvements at Polpis Cemetery

Select Board

The Select Board and County Commissioners will meet in executive session to discuss collective bargaining and litigation strategies. The meeting includes discussions on real property and specific local projects.

• Collective bargaining strategy for LiUNA
• Collective bargaining strategy for AFSCME
• Litigation regarding 1 Milestone Road Solar Project
• Real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value of 6 Fairgrounds Road/Ticcoma Green
• Litigation regarding Surfside Crossing

Capital Program Committee

The committee will discuss the FY24 Preliminary Capital Improvement Plan update and outstanding capital requests. The meeting includes a specific request from the Fire Department for a self-contained breathing apparatus trailer.

• Presentation of FY24 Preliminary Capital Improvement Plan Update
• Fire Department request for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Trailer
• Discussion of outstanding FY24 Capital Requests
• Report-writing workgroup update on database fields and report templates

Capital Program Committee

The committee will present an update on the FY24 Preliminary Capital Improvement Plan and discuss outstanding capital requests. The meeting includes a specific request from the Fire Department for a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Trailer.

• FY24 Preliminary Capital Improvement Plan Update
• Fire Dept request for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Trailer
• Discussion of outstanding FY24 Capital Requests
• Report-writing Workgroup updates regarding database fields and report templates

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for several Notices of Intent and Amended Orders of Conditions. The body will also discuss litigation strategy regarding the Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund Geotextile Tube Project Removal Order in executive session.

• Notice of Intent for Brant Point Club LLC at 6,8 North Beach Street/ 4 Dolphin Court
• Notice of Intent for Nantucket Islands Land Bank at 16 East Creek Road, 21 Grove Lane, and 32 Western Avenue
• Notice of Intent for Boardwalk, LLC at 90 Washington Street
• Amended Order of Conditions for 41 Monomoy Road, LLC
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy for SBPF v Nantucket Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to review Notices of Intent, AOOCs, and Certificates of Compliance for various properties. The body will also review minutes from September 22 and September 29, 2022.

• Notice of Intent (NOI) for 6, 8 N Beach and 4 Dolphin Court
• Notice of Intent (NOI) for 52 Warrens Landing Road
• Notice of Intent (NOI) for 16 East Creek Road
• Notice of Intent (NOI) for 21 Grove Lane
• Certificates of Compliance (COC) for 72 Pocomo Road

Select Board

The Select Board is reviewing several high-value financing requests for affordable housing, sewer, and airport projects. The body will also consider a pedestrian easement change at 120 Miacomet Road and various professional service contracts.

• Proposed General Obligation Bond sales of $6,415,000 (Series A) and $3,750,000 (Series B) for affordable housing
• Proposed General Obligation Bond Anticipation Note sale of $13,442,200 for sewer, airport, and affordable housing projects
• Proposed Grant Anticipation Note sale of $875,000 for Chapter 90 projects
• Contract for Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc. for $42,000 regarding Tom Nevers bluff coastal resiliency
• Request to grant a 5-foot wide pedestrian easement at 120 Miacomet Road to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss several large-scale financing requests for affordable housing, sewer, and airport projects. The board is also reviewing pedestrian easement changes and various professional service contracts for town infrastructure.

• Proposed General Obligation Bond sales of $6,415,000 and $3,750,000 for affordable housing
• Proposed General Obligation Bond Anticipation Note sale of $13,442,200 for sewer, airport, and affordable housing
• Proposed Grant Anticipation Note sale of $875,000 for Chapter 90 projects
• Request to grant a 5-foot wide pedestrian easement at 120 Miacomet Road to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank
• Professional service contracts including $42,000 for Tom Nevers bluff coastal resiliency and $18,200 for Raceway Drive stormwater design

Nantucket Water Commissioners

The Nantucket Water Commissioners are holding a regular meeting to discuss a solar project. The session includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion of Solar Project

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet to receive reports on human services and Saltmarsh activities. The body will discuss a winter coat project and provide updates on the 2022 Health Fair/Elder Expo and senior home modification grants.

• Guest speaker: Sheri Hunt, Director/Care Manager, Elder Services of Nantucket
• Winter coat project discussion
• Update on Health Fair/Elder Expo 2022
• Update on grant for senior home modifications

Nantucket Public School Committee

The committee will review enrollment and transportation updates from the Superintendent. Members are scheduled to vote on school handbooks, amended Superintendent goals, and a donation of supplies.

• Vote to approve school handbooks for NHS, CPS, NIS, and NES
• Vote to approve $800.00 worth of estimated school supply donations from St. Paul’s Church to NES
• Vote to approve amended Superintendent Goals
• Review of September 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Community School update and AP results

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on a letter regarding the reinstatement of decommissioned Advisory Boards. The body will also review a large volume of applications for new dwellings, solar installations, and property modifications.

• Discussion and vote on a letter to SB regarding reinstating decommissioned Advisory Boards
• Review of solar roof arrays at 9 Long Pond Rd and 29 Essex Rd
• Applications for new dwellings at 2, 4, and 6 Mariner Way
• Proposed demolition of a cottage at 25 Squam Rd
• Alterations to Town of Nantucket properties at 16 Broad St and 20 South Water St

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board will review reports from the Marine and Natural Resources departments. The board will discuss harbor health issues, including stormwater runoff, fertilizer use, and FDA shellfish taking prohibitions in mooring fields.

• Discussion on FDA shellfish taking prohibition in mooring fields
• Discussion on stormwater runoff and harbor impacts
• Update on excessive lawn fertilizer use
• Discussion of the Nantucket Clean Water Coalition
• Update from the Coastal Resilience Advisory Board

NPEDC Work Group

The Town Area Plan Work Group is meeting to discuss area plans and nine components of the Master Plan. The group will also review questions for a proposed survey.

• Discussion of nine components of the Master Plan
• Review of questions for a proposed survey

Roads and Right of Way Committee

The committee is meeting to review updates on road, sidewalk, and taking projects. Members will discuss the installation schedule for the Public Way Monument Project and specific requirements for 66 Washington Street and 46 Easton Street.

• Public Way Monument Project installation locations and scheduling
• Chapter 91 signage at 66 Washington Street
• Chapter 91 requirements (310 CMR 9.52) at 46 Easton Street
• Sconset Bluff Walk visit update
• Updates on road, sidewalk, and taking projects

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission is meeting to conduct a 2021 annual review and issue orders of conditions. The body will discuss specific property sites and hear public comment regarding Sunset House, LLC.

• 2021 Annual Review for Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund at 87-105 Baxter Road
• Order of Conditions for 15 Hallowell Lane
• Order of Conditions for Rabbit Run Road I, LLC at 26 Rabbit Run Road
• Order of Conditions for Jeffrey H. Johnston Trust at 131 Wauwinet Road
• Public comment regarding Sunset House, LLC

Capital Program Committee

The committee will discuss FY24 capital requests and out-year planning for the airport. The meeting also includes the introduction of new member Barry Rector and updates on report-writing action items.

• FY24 Airport requests including South Apron Expansion ($22,680,000)
• FY24 Airport requests for Terminal Improvements ($9,000,000)
• FY24 Airport requests for Nobadeer Farm Road Development ($5,130,000)
• FY24 Airport requests for Runway 24 High Speed Exit Taxiway ($5,040,000)
• Discussion of potential new meeting days and times

Capital Program Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss FY24 capital requests and out-year planning for the airport. The session includes an update on report-writing workgroup action items and the introduction of a new member.

• FY24 Capital Requests and Out-year Discussion: Airport
• Introduction of new member Barry Rector
• Report-writing workgroup updates regarding database comments and template reports

Select Board

The Select Board will review the sale of a town-owned parcel on Hawthorne Street and hold public hearings for several new alcohol and entertainment licenses. The board will also discuss a potential paid parking program and the FY 2023 tax rate shift.

• Proposed sale of Parcel 5 on Hawthorne Street for $30,000
• Public hearing for new licenses at 8 Bayberry Court (Sophie T’s), 10 North Beach Street (Beachside at Nantucket), and 21 South Water Street (Nantaco)
• Request for noise bylaw waiver for KOBO Utility Construction Corp. at 1 South Beach Street
• Request to establish a Harbor Plan Update Committee
• Presentation of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Report

Select Board

The Select Board will consider several liquor and entertainment license applications and discuss a potential paid parking program. The board will also review a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion assessment report and real estate transactions.

• Public hearings for licenses at 8 Bayberry Court, 10 North Beach Street, and 21 South Water Street
• Request for noise bylaw waiver for KOBO Utility Construction Corp. at 1 South Beach Street
• Sale of Town-owned yard sale parcel at Hawthorne Street
• Request to establish a Harbor Plan Update Committee
• Discussion on FY 2023 tax rate shift and downtown parking management

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will hold a workshop session to review transportation and establish committee and superintendent goals. This session is open to the public but does not include a forum for public comment.

• Transportation discussion with Paul Hilton, Executive Director of Cape Cod Collaborative
• Review of Committee Goals
• Review of Proposed Superintendent Goals

HDC Organizational Focus Committee

The committee will discuss items related to the HDC RISE Workgroup, including interest forms and goals. Members will also revisit meeting days and times and consider a Best Practices Initiative.

• Discussion of HDC RISE Workgroup interest forms
• Discussion of RISE Workgroup expectations, goals, and research ideas
• Discussion of a Dropbox or similar file repository
• Revisiting meeting day and time
• Action on Best Practices Initiative

County Commission

The County Commission will meet to conduct an election for a new chair. The body will also review the minutes from May 25, 2022, and consider approval of payroll and treasury warrants for June through September 2022.

• Election of new Chair
• Approval of May 25, 2022 minutes
• Approval of Payroll and Treasury Warrants for June, July, August, and September 2022

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will discuss monthly reviews for Sconset and Miacomet golf courses and a lease extension for 28 Washington Street. The body will also review FY24 grant applications and financial statements for FY 2022.

• Lease extension for 28 Washington Street/Maria Mitchell Association
• IFB award for property improvement project at 321 Polpis Road
• Review of FY24 grant applications by the Community Preservation Committee appointee
• Approval of FY 2022 Financial Statements
• Executive session regarding real estate acquisition and litigation for 3 & 3B Wyer’s Way

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss several items including a foundation issue at 21 Pleasant St and a grade change at 80 Surfside Rd. The agenda includes numerous consent items for residential projects such as fences, windows, and decks, alongside new business regarding dwellings and sheds.

• Discussion of 21 Pleasant St foundation without HDC approval
• Action on grade change at 80 Surfside Rd
• Letter regarding the reinstatement of decommissioned Advisory Boards
• Signage requests for 21 South Water St
• Multiple residential applications including pools, decks, and window replacements

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee is reviewing the history of Nantucket's Climate Action Plan to determine if a new goal should be recommended for the Select Board's Strategic Plan. The body is also discussing coastal project resilience checklists and priority projects for Madaket.

• Discussion of recommending a Climate Action goal for the Select Board's Strategic Plan
• Update on CZM grant application from Vince Murphy
• Review of 2010 Draft Climate Action Plan and 2020 Sustainability Assessment Recommendations Report
• Discussion of resilience evaluation checklist for coastal projects
• Review of Priority 1 projects for Madaket from CRP Design Thinking Workshop

Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing the history of the Climate Action Plan and potential recommendations for the Select Board's Strategic Plan. Members are also reviewing a checklist for evaluating coastal project resilience and priority projects for Madaket.

• Update on CZM grant application
• Discussion of adding a Climate Action goal to the Select Board Strategic Plan
• Review of checklist for evaluating coastal projects for resilience
• Discussion of Priority 1 projects for Madaket

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is discussing potential applications for micromobility, including signage, regulation, and enforcement. The committee is also working to create a critical path for developing a nonmotorist crash history database.

• Discussion of micromobility applications such as signage, speed limits, and enforcement
• Development of a Nonmotorist Crash History Database
• Review of transportation project updates
• Maintenance support for repaving, striping, and sight line needs

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss micromobility regulations and best practices. The body will also address the development of a nonmotorist crash history database and review transportation project updates.

• Discussion on micromobility signage, regulation, speed limits, and enforcement
• Development of a critical path for a nonmotorist crash history database
• Review of repaving and striping needs
• Review of sight line needs

Airport Commission, Nantucket Memorial

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission will hold an executive session regarding the Airport Manager. This includes conducting contract negotiations and a strategy session in preparation for those negotiations.

• Executive Session: Contract negotiations with the Airport Manager
• Executive Session: Strategy session for non-union employee contract negotiations

Golf Capital Workgroup

The workgroup is discussing several items related to the Miacomet Golf Course, including employee housing and driving range expansion. The meeting also includes a discussion on solar energy at course facilities and non-capital clubhouse painting.

• Miacomet Golf Course: Employee Housing discussion
• Miacomet Golf Course: Driving Range Expansion proposal
• Miacomet Golf Course: Solar Energy discussion
• Miacomet Golf Course: 18" Hole Modification, Putting Course, Speakers/Microphones, and Simulator Room Improvements
• MGC Clubhouse: Interior Painting

Advisory Committee of Non-voting Taxpayers

The committee will discuss the objectives of the STR Working Group, which include developing guidelines for short-term rentals and identifying potential new bylaws or zoning. The meeting may also address future topics such as Harbor Place transportation, parking management, energy initiatives, and noise bylaw revisions.

• Discussion of STR Working Group objectives
• Potential update on Harbor Place and transportation issues
• Potential update on paid in-town parking and demand management
• Potential status update on alternative energy and National Grid response
• Follow up on Noise Bylaw Revisions

Capital Program Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss FY24 capital requests from the IT Departments and Our Island Home. Members will also review the Ranking of Relative Importance (RORI) data and report-writing action items.

• FY24 Capital requests from Our Island Home and IT Departments
• Ranking of Relative Importance (RORI) discussion and data input
• Update on Wannacomet Storage Building
• Finance-supported reporting on Capital Projects Revenue and Expense Report
• Report-writing workgroup updates regarding database comments and template reports

Capital Program Committee

The committee is reviewing capital project requests and data input for the Ranking of Relative Importance (RORI) process. Discussions include updates on report-writing workgroup action items and specific project updates for Our Island Home, IT Departments, and Wannacomet.

• Our Island Home Facility: $50,000,000 total project cost
• Wannacomet Water Tank Re-Coating & Replacement: $9,242,500 total project cost
• Wannacomet Distribution System Improvements: $5,182,542 total project cost
• Wannacomet Employee Housing: $2,000,000 total project cost
• Wannacomet Lead Service Replacement Program: $1,175,000 total project cost

Conservation Commission

The Nantucket Conservation Commission will conduct public hearings for several property development projects and review amended orders of conditions. The body will also meet in executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Siasconset Beach Preservation Fund Geotextile Tube Project.

• Notice of Intent hearings for 6,8 North Beach Street, 15 Hallowell Lane, 52 Warrens Landing Road, 37 Massachusetts Avenue, 26 Rabbit Run Road, 131 Wauwinet Road, and 16 East Creek Road
• Amended Order of Conditions for 19 East Tristram Ave and 7 Heather Lane
• Minor Modification for 119 Eel Point Road
• Certificates of Compliance for 12 North Road and 11 Hulbert Avenue
• Executive session regarding SBPF v Nantucket Conservation Commission litigation

Nantucket Housing Authority

The Nantucket Housing Authority will meet to approve previous minutes and vouchers. The board will also discuss and vote on a proposed contract with the Dennis Housing Authority.

• Proposed contract with Dennis Housing Authority

Historic District Commission

The commission is scheduled to attend the Nantucket Preservation Trust’s 2022 Preservation Awards Ceremony. The agenda states that no topics will be discussed or deliberated.

• Attendance at the 2022 Preservation Awards Ceremony at the Richard Gardner Jr. House

Nantucket Historical Commission

The Nantucket Historical Commission may attend the Nantucket Preservation Trust’s 2022 Preservation Awards Ceremony at 34 West Chester Street. No topics will be discussed or deliberated during this attendance.

• Attendance at the 2022 Preservation Awards Ceremony at the Richard Gardner Jr. House

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board. The purpose of the meeting is to consider the adoption of short-term rental regulations.

• Joint Meeting with Select Board to consider adoption of Short-Term Rental regulations

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to attend a Select Board meeting. The purpose of the attendance is to review preliminary FY24 General Fund Budget Projections.

• Review of Preliminary FY24 General Fund Budget Projections

HDC Organizational Focus Committee

The meeting scheduled for September 21, 2022, has been cancelled. This notice serves as a formal cancellation of the previously posted agenda.

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission

The Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission will meet to conduct an executive session. The body will discuss real estate acquisitions and legal strategy regarding ongoing litigation.

• Land Court Department Action No. 20MISC000058: The Ceylon Elves, LLC v. Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission (3 & 3B Wyer’s Way)
• Real estate acquisition discussions

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a public hearing regarding the taking of portions of Folger Road for municipal purposes. The meeting also includes a joint public hearing with the Board of Health on short-term rental regulations and a review of preliminary FY 2024 budget projections.

• Public hearing for a new Common Victualler License for ShangriLa Kitchen at 149 Orange Street
• Public hearing regarding the taking of portions of Folger Road for public ways or municipal purposes
• Joint public hearing with Board of Health to consider adoption of Short-Term Rental Regulations
• Police Department contract for body cameras and vehicle cameras totaling $494,100
• Sewer Department professional services agreements with Toscana Corporation and Robert B. Our Co., Inc. up to $200,000 each

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Short-term Rental Working Group is joining the Select Board meeting. The group intends to discuss and appoint applicants to the working group.

• Appointment of applicants to the Short-term Rental Working Group

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct public hearings regarding short-term rental regulations and the acquisition of portions of Folger Road. The board will also review appointments for the Short-Term Rental Work Group and the Finance Committee.

• Joint public hearing with Board of Health on short-term rental regulations
• Public hearing on taking portions of Folger Road (Parcels A, B, C, D, E, and F)
• Police Department contract with AXON Enterprises Inc. for $494,100
• Sewer Department contracts with Toscana Corporation and Robert B. Our Co., Inc. for up to $200,000 each
• Public hearing for a new Common Victualler License for ShangriLa Kitchen at 149 Orange Street

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust will meet to discuss several housing applications, RFPs, and project accelerations. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a possible warrant article on year-round housing restrictions.

• CFAP Application: Bell, 34 Chuck Hollow Rd.
• Nantucket Meadows Third Lottery
• RFPs for 135 + 137 Orange Street and 12 + 12R Bartlett Rd.
• 14 Somerset Road deed and lease agreement acceptance
• Violet Place Acceleration: Phase 3 and Phase 4 at 47 and 49 Beach Grass Road and 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Violet Place

Affordable Housing Trust

The Affordable Housing Trust met to discuss various housing applications and upcoming project requests. Key discussions included the potential for year-round rental units at 135 and 137 Orange Street and a possible small residence on Landbank property.

• CFAP Application: Bell, 34 Chuck Hollow Rd.
• Nantucket Meadows Third Lottery discussion
• RFP discussions for 135 + 137 Orange Street and 12 + 12R Bartlett Rd.
• Action regarding 14 Somerset Road deed and lease agreement
• Violet Place Acceleration review involving 47 and 49 Beach Grass Road

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee is meeting to ratify and approve fund requisitions for several community organizations. The body will also discuss property signage and review the FY’24 applications spreadsheet.

• Ratification of $17,651.64 for Nantucket Interfaith
• Fund requisition of $137,970 for First Congregational Church
• Fund requisition of $74,482 for First Congregational Church
• Fund requisition of $13,554.14 and $12,151.64 for Nantucket Interfaith
• Fund requisitions for Sustainable Nantucket ($6,214.37) and Nantucket Racquet Sports Association ($13,176.60)

Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board

The board will review reports from the Marine and Natural Resources departments. Discussions will focus on harbor health, including stormwater runoff and fertilizer use, as well as updates on Vineyard Wind and green crabs.

• Discussion on FDA shellfish taking prohibition in mooring fields
• Vineyard Wind presentation and discussion
• Update on excessive lawn fertilizer use and stormwater runoff
• Discussion of Scott Anderson's ideas regarding green crabs
• Update from the Coastal Resilience Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss a high volume of applications for residential and commercial property changes. The agenda includes requests for new dwellings, demolitions, and historic determinations across various Nantucket addresses.

• New dwelling applications for 126.5 Main St, 3 Lilac Ct, 24a Evergreen Way, and 6, 7, and 8 Gooseberry Pl
• Demolition and move-off requests for 14 and 16 Sheep Pond Rd and 70 Washington St
• Commercial building applications for 115 Old South Rd (Lots E and F)
• Historic determinations for 11 Hulbert Ave and 90 N. Liberty St
• Window and roof replacements at 47 Pleasant St, 40 Essex Rd, and 67 Bartlett Rd

Nantucket Public School Committee

The Nantucket School Committee will review the budget planning calendar and directives. The body will also receive updates on the Campus Wide Master Plan and summer school programs.

• Vote to approve $3,975.00 donation of fleece jackets and pants from The Joseph L. Viera Fund to the football team
• Budget Planning Calendar and Budget Directives discussion
• Campus Wide Master Plan Update regarding Baseball and Tennis
• Summer School Presentation by C&A Director and coordinators
• Discussion on hanging banners in Vito Capizzo Stadium

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss and define the selection criteria for appointing members to a short-term rental work group.

• Selection criteria for short-term rental work group appointments

Short-term Rental Work Group

The Short-term Rental Working Group is meeting to discuss and define the criteria used to appoint its members.

• Discussion of selection criteria for appointing Short-term Rental Work Group members

Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission

The Nantucket Planning & Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss the Monomoy Area Plan and receive a presentation on the Martha’s Vineyard Climate Action Plan. The body will also address public comments from August 22, 2022, and receive a Transportation Manager update.

• Appointment to the Capital Program Committee
• Presentation on Martha’s Vineyard Climate Action Plan
• Discussion regarding the Monomoy Area Plan
• Transportation Manager update
• SLRTP Survey

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission may attend an open house for the restored Richard Gardner Jr. House. No official topics will be discussed or deliberated during this event.

• Open house for the restored Richard Gardner Jr. House (c.1722)

Nantucket Historical Commission

The commission is scheduled to attend an open house for the restored Richard Gardner Jr. House. The agenda states that no topics will be discussed or deliberated during this event.

• Attendance at the open house of the Richard Gardner Jr. House (c.1722)