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Tisbury public meetings in 2023

208 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Fri Dec 29, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to hold executive session on nonunion negotiations

The Tisbury Personnel Board is meeting virtually to vote on entering executive session for strategy sessions related to negotiations with nonunion personnel. The board will not reconvene in open session after the executive session.

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Fri Dec 29, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to hold executive session on nonunion personnel negotiations

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting virtually to vote on entering an executive session for strategy and negotiations with nonunion personnel. The board will not reconvene in open session after the executive session, and the meeting will then adjourn.

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Wed Dec 20, 2023

Board of Health

Tisbury Board of Health to review septic plans, budget, and food permits

The Tisbury Board of Health is meeting to review minutes, hear a health agent report, and consider several disposal works (septic) applications. They will also discuss the FY'25 budget, State Revolving Fund warrant articles, and approve bills and 2024 food permits.

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Wed Dec 20, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board discusses subdivision permits and FY 2025 budget items

The Tisbury Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding a subdivision special permit at Tashmoo Woods. The board will also discuss FY 2025 budget matters, including potential fee increases and adding a part-time administrative assistant.

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Fri Dec 15, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss EMT budget, HR update, vacancies

The Tisbury Personnel Board will meet to discuss the budget for Emergency Medical Technician positions, receive a Human Resources update, and review vacancies and succession planning. The board will also consider articles and approve minutes from the November 17 meeting.

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Fri Dec 15, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss EMT budget, vacancies, and succession planning

The Tisbury Personnel Board is meeting to discuss the budget for Emergency Medical Technicians, review human resources updates, and address vacancies and succession planning. The board will also review the Town Report and approve minutes from the November 17, 2023 meeting.

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Thu Dec 14, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Open Space and Recreation Committee to discuss 2024 park budget

The committee will meet virtually to approve minutes from November 30, 2023. Members will discuss the 2024 park budget with Kirk Metell.

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Wed Dec 13, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee to discuss capital planning

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss capital planning and review minutes from previous meetings. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Water board to discuss Summer Street project, new tank, and secretary position

The Tisbury Water Works Board of Commissioners will discuss the Summer Street project contract, a new water tank, quarterly billing, a new copier, and changing a part-time secretary position to full-time. They will also approve minutes from November 14 and schedule the next meeting.

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Mon Dec 11, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Climate Committee reviews flood bylaw, solar, seawall grant

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to review its November minutes and discuss updates on the upcoming Town Meeting, a DOT public meeting, and several ongoing projects. These include a Flood Plain By-Law, Eversource and the Cape and Vineyard Electric Compact, the ETIPP energy initiative, invasive species questions, a seawall grant, Tisbury School solar, and Green Communities work at the Senior Center. The committee will also consider a request from VSEC for a representative and prepare its annual report due in January.

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Wed Dec 6, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold continued hearings on subdivisions and thrift store expansion

The Tisbury Planning Board will meet remotely to continue public hearings on a definitive subdivision plan for Paradise Land Trust at 60 Kuffies Point Way and a modification to the Tashmoo Woods subdivision special permit. The board will also deliberate on a written decision for the Martha's Vineyard Community Services thrift store expansion at 34 Lagoon Pond Rd. New business includes Master Plan updates, discussions on the Mercy Bell and Sawyer Realty Group applications, and approval of contracts and bills.

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Wed Dec 6, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Finance committee to vote on January Special Town Meeting warrant articles

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee will review and vote on warrant articles for the January Special Town Meeting. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes and routine reports.

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Wed Dec 6, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board meeting with agenda documents only

This agenda contains only the agenda item and two attached PDF documents, with no listed discussion or decision items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with substantive topics deferred to the attached materials.

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Wed Dec 6, 2023

Select Board

Select Board backs new $15M town hall at 55 West William St

The Tisbury Select Board accepted the Consolidated Town Hall Task Group's recommendation to build a new 10,000 sq ft town hall on town-owned land at 55 West William Street, with an estimated cost of $15M. The board also voted to forego a January 11, 2024 Special Town Meeting, continued a wastewater public hearing, and approved several operational changes for the Council on Aging.

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Tue Dec 5, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to vote on Master Plan Implementation Program

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting jointly with the Master Plan Steering Committee to review and potentially vote to adopt the Draft Implementation Program for the town's Master Plan. They will also discuss the timeline for rolling out the Master Plan report. The meeting is a hybrid session held at the MV Museum.

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Fri Dec 1, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board meeting canceled for Dec 1

This agenda consists solely of two documents indicating that the December 1, 2023 Select Board meeting is canceled. No business items are listed for discussion or decision.

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Wed Nov 29, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board meeting on November 29, 2023, is canceled

The scheduled meeting for November 29, 2023, has been canceled and is to be rescheduled. The agenda contained only procedural items regarding the closing of the warrant for the January 11, 2024 Special Town Meeting.

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Wed Nov 29, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to vote on contracts, start zoning bylaw recodification

The Tisbury Planning Board will discuss and vote on pending contracts with Barrett Planning Group and Jonathan Silverstein for zoning bylaw recodification, and initiate Phase 1 of the TZBL re-codification. They will also review warrant articles for a January 2024 Special Town Meeting, and begin work on the FY 2025 fee schedule and budget.

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Wed Nov 29, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee to review capital plan and warrant articles

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss reserve fund transfer requests, the capital plan, and articles for the January Special Town Meeting warrant. The agenda includes reports from the Department of Public Works director, town administrator, and finance director.

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Tue Nov 28, 2023

Board of Health

Board to discuss opioid settlement funds and approve DWAs

The Tisbury Board of Health is meeting to discuss the opioid settlement and consider approval of Disposal Works Approvals (DWAs) for two properties. The agenda includes a Health Agent report and bills/permits for approval, with no new or old business items.

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Mon Nov 27, 2023

Planning Board

Tisbury Planning Board to discuss bylaw recodification and staff hiring

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting remotely to discuss new business, including a progress report on a bylaw recodification contract, draft warrant articles for a January 11th Special Town Meeting, and funding to fill an empty administrative assistant position, possibly shared with the ZBA and Conservation Commission. The board will also review minutes from November 1st and address old business, including the upcoming meeting calendar and department updates.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Climate Committee to consider solar warrant article and Master Plan follow-up

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to review minutes, consider a warrant article for solar installation, and follow up on the Master Plan discussion. They will also receive updates on various projects including flood plain by-law, Eversource, and the Tisbury School solar project.

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Fri Nov 17, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to review HR report, vacation, hiring, and bylaws

The Personnel Board will discuss the Town Report, Human Resources Report, vacation policies, hiring and recruitment, and a bylaw. They will also vote to approve the meeting minutes from October 20, 2023.

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Fri Nov 17, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to review HR report, vacation, hiring, and bylaw

The Tisbury Personnel Board will discuss the town's human resources report, vacation policies, hiring and recruitment, and a bylaw. The meeting will also include approval of the October 20, 2023 meeting minutes.

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Wed Nov 15, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold continued hearings on subdivisions, thrift store expansion

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting remotely to conduct several continued public hearings, including a definitive subdivision plan for Paradise Land Trust at 60 Kuffies Point Way, a modification to the Tashmoo Woods subdivision special permit, and the Martha's Vineyard Community Services thrift store expansion at 34 Lagoon Pond Rd. The board will also review two pending ANR plans presented by Charles Gilstad of Sourati Engineering Group, discuss master plan updates and curb cuts, and handle administrative items like bills payable and a vote on the Planning Board Department Administrator position.

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Wed Nov 15, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board sets FY2024 tax rate, wastewater policy, harbor fees

The Tisbury Select Board is holding public hearings on the FY2024 tax rate classification, a wastewater capacity management policy, and a proposed change to the Harbor Department fee schedule. The board will also consider reserve fund transfers, appointments, and a special town meeting scheduled for January 11, 2024.

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Wed Nov 15, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury keeps residential tax exemption at 22%, commercial shift at 0

The Tisbury Select Board voted to keep the residential tax exemption at 22% and the commercial shift at 0 for FY2024, setting the residential tax rate at $8.08 per $1,000. They also approved appointments, reserve fund transfers, and discussed a proposed 10% increase in harbor fees. A public hearing on wastewater regulations was continued to December 6, 2023.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to hold public hearing on nitrogen regulations

The Tisbury Board of Health will hold a public hearing on nitrogen regulations and consider a request from the Cape Cod & Islands Association of Realtors (CCIAOR) for reconsideration of those regulations. The board will also discuss lead line replacement at property sale and transfer, ARPA wastewater grants, and upgrades of older septic technologies.

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Mon Nov 13, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Tisbury Climate Committee to discuss flood bylaw, solar, and master plan

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to review its October minutes, discuss the Master Plan Committee, and receive updates on several climate-related projects including a flood plain by-law, Eversource and Cape and Vineyard Electric Compact, the ETIPP energy transition project, invasive species, a seawall grant, Tisbury School solar, and Green Communities at the Senior Center. The committee will also plan its annual report due in January and schedule the next meeting.

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Wed Nov 8, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss Master Plan finances and zoning code rewrite

The Tisbury Planning Board will hold a joint meeting with the Finance and Advisory Committee and the Master Plan Steering Committee to discuss the financial components of the Master Plan process. The board will also review two pending Approval Not Required (ANR) plans, discuss a contract for the zoning bylaw recodification, and address other administrative matters.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

Planning Board

Tisbury and West Tisbury Planning Boards hold joint meeting on road access

The Tisbury and West Tisbury Planning Boards are holding a joint meeting to facilitate informal discussions with abutters. The meeting focuses on understanding road access issues and increased traffic on Red Coat Hill Road and Shubael Weeks Road.

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Wed Nov 1, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Northern Pines subdivision waiver request

The Tisbury Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to review a waiver request from Northern Pines, a subdivision. The board will also consider plans from Packer and an application from the Paradise Land Trust. The agenda includes several documents related to these items, including a letter about power concerns and a map of noticed properties.

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Wed Nov 1, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board to review Town Hall task group report

The Tisbury Select Board and the Consolidated Town Hall Task Group are meeting jointly to discuss the task group's report and determine next steps. They will also consider dates for a Special Town Meeting. The meeting is a hybrid session held at the Emergency Services Facility.

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Mon Oct 30, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Climate Committee to discuss flood bylaw, solar, and climate action plan

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to review prior minutes and discuss climate goals with Erik Blake, as well as Climate Action Plan initiatives with Keith McGuire. They will also receive updates on several projects, including a flood plain by-law, Eversource and the Cape and Vineyard Electric Compact, the Energy Transitions Initiative Partnership Project, invasive species questions, a seawall grant, Tisbury School solar, and Green Communities Senior Center. The meeting includes scheduling a joint session with the Master Plan Steering subcommittee.

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Wed Oct 25, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board approves flammable storage license for school construction

The Tisbury Select Board approved a new license for the storage of flammable liquids at Tisbury Elementary School, 40 West William Street, to support temporary heating during construction. The board also approved Halloween road closures, bay scallop opening dates, and set a public hearing for proposed harbor fee increases. Several appointments were made, including a new building commissioner and police officer.

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Wed Oct 25, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Town Hall Task Group findings

The Tisbury Planning Board is holding a joint meeting with the Finance Committee and the Consolidated Town Hall Task Group. The agenda includes a presentation of the Task Group's research and development findings and a discussion among the three bodies. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Wed Oct 25, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board meeting agenda contains only procedural items

This meeting agenda for the Tisbury Select Board on October 25, 2023, lists only the agenda item itself, with no substantive business items detailed. The agenda appears to be procedural boilerplate, as no decisions, discussions, or specific actions are listed.

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Wed Oct 25, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury boards to hear Town Hall Task Group report

This is a joint meeting of the Finance and Advisory Committee, the Consolidated Town Hall Task Group, and the Planning Board. The only substantive item is a report from the Town Hall Task Group; the rest of the agenda is call to order and adjournment.

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Tue Oct 24, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to review nitrogen rules, lead line regs, ARPA grants

The Tisbury Board of Health is meeting to handle routine business and several regulatory items. They will review proposed nitrogen regulations and a proposed lead water line regulation, consider ARPA wastewater grant applications, and discuss personnel matters, including staff job descriptions, in an executive session. The agenda also includes approvals of DWAs (disposal works agreements), bills, permits, and an inspector update.

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Fri Oct 20, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss Cost of Living Adjustment policy and Deputy Fire Chief pay scale

The Tisbury Personnel Board will meet to discuss the Cost of Living Adjustment policy and the pay scale placement for the Deputy Fire Chief. The board will also review a Human Resources report on vacancies and hires, and consider a code of conduct. Approval of previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

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Fri Oct 20, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss COLA policy and Deputy Fire Chief pay scale

The Tisbury Personnel Board is meeting to discuss a Cost of Living Adjustment policy and the pay scale placement for the Deputy Fire Chief position. The board will also review a Human Resources report on vacancies and hires, discuss a code of conduct, and approve meeting minutes from August 16 and September 22, 2023.

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Wed Oct 18, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Tashmoo Woods special permit application

The Tisbury Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to review the Tashmoo Woods application, including a presentation and related documents. The board will consider a special permit application for the property, referencing a 1995 amended permit and a 1983 subdivision plan. The agenda includes materials for the Tashmoo Woods project and abutter maps.

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Mon Oct 16, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Tisbury Climate Committee to discuss flood by-laws and energy projects

The committee will review minutes from the September meeting and receive updates on several climate-related initiatives. Discussion topics include flood plain by-laws, solar projects, and energy transition partnerships.

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Mon Oct 16, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Water board to consider three abatement requests and approve minutes

The Tisbury Water Works Board will discuss three abatement requests (accounts #2056, #32, #2007), changes to the part-time secretary's hours, and the superintendent's report. The meeting is procedural with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.

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Wed Oct 11, 2023

Select Board

Select Board approves Artcliff Diner liquor license, supports Halloween parade

The Tisbury Select Board held a hybrid meeting on October 11, 2023, approving minutes, an all-alcohol license for Artcliff Diner, and supporting a Halloween parade and two funding opportunities. The board also continued a public hearing on wastewater regulations to November 15th.

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Wed Oct 11, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board meets with revised agenda

The Tisbury Select Board is holding a meeting on October 11, 2023. The agenda consists solely of the agenda item itself, with a revised version provided. No substantive business items are listed.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to review wastewater grant applications and nursing contract

The Tisbury Board of Health will meet to discuss the Targeted Wastewater Management Plan and nitrogen regulations, review ARPA wastewater grant applications, and consider a FY24 nursing contract with Island Health Care. The meeting includes a public hearing and an executive session, but no appointments or shared inspector items are scheduled.

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Wed Oct 4, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Packer Road Form C plan application

The Tisbury Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on October 4, 2023. The agenda includes a postponed public hearing and review of a Form C plan application for Packer Road, with supporting documents available.

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Tue Oct 3, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board and Master Plan committee to review plan implementation and visuals

The Tisbury Planning Board and Master Plan Steering Committee are meeting jointly to continue work on the town's Master Plan. They will review edits to the Implementation Program, discuss new visuals for the commercial district, and plan an upcoming virtual presentation. Public comment is also scheduled.

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Wed Sep 27, 2023

Select Board

Select Board appoints alternates, approves Mass Save addendum, $43K ambulance transfer

The Tisbury Select Board voted to appoint two alternates to the Natural Resources Advisory Committee, approved an addendum supporting the Mass Save Community First Partnership with Vineyard Power, transferred $43,000 from reserves for ambulance equipment, and supported a fire hydrant grant. They also set the 2024 Town Meeting date and discussed a pocket park request for trash cans and benches.

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Wed Sep 27, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to vote on Mass Save, ambulance funds, and Town Meeting date

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including Mass Save energy efficiency programs, a reserve fund transfer for the ambulance, a letter of support for a fire hydrant grant, setting the date for Town Meeting, and the Stone Bank Project's Pocket Park. The board will also receive updates on the library project, consolidated town hall, traffic safety committee, and dinghy dock.

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Wed Sep 27, 2023

Select Board

Select Board, Personnel Board, Finance Committee discuss COLA formula and dual positions

This is a joint meeting of the Tisbury Select Board, Personnel Board, and Finance and Advisory Committee. The agenda includes discussion and votes on the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) formula and the treatment of employees with more than one job or dual positions. No other substantive items are listed.

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Wed Sep 27, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury boards to discuss cost-of-living adjustment formula and dual positions

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee, Select Board, and Personnel Board will meet jointly to discuss and vote on the cost of living adjustment (COLA) formula and the treatment of employees holding more than one job or dual positions. The meeting is a hybrid session held at the Katharine Cornell Theatre.

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Tue Sep 26, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to review ARPA wastewater grants and nitrogen regulation revisions

The Tisbury Board of Health will meet to discuss ARPA wastewater grant applications, a targeted wastewater management plan, a rodent infestation at Sun Storage, and preliminary review of Health Agent applications. Revisions to the Nitrogen Regulation are also on the agenda.

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Fri Sep 22, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss assessor classification bylaw and training quotes

The board will consider a classification bylaw for the principal assessor position and review training quotes. A human resources report and discussion of vacancies and excess vacation time are also on the agenda.

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Fri Sep 22, 2023

Planning Board

Tisbury Planning Board presents Master Plan, seeks public input

The Tisbury Planning Board is holding a public presentation on the town's Master Plan. The meeting will recap the project, present the Implementation Program, and solicit public input on Master Plan goals. This is a discussion and input session, not a final decision-making meeting.

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Wed Sep 20, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee to review special events fees and COLA calculation

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a letter regarding special events fees, the cost of living adjustment (COLA) calculation, and an orientation on municipal finance and levy limits. The agenda also includes committee reports and planning for future meetings. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Thu Sep 14, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury Finance Committee to discuss Master Plan implementation

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the implementation of the Master Plan. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no other business listed.

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Wed Sep 13, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board appoints new Natural Resources Advisory Committee members

The Tisbury Select Board held a routine meeting, making several appointments and approvals. They appointed Tom Perry as Temporary Local Inspector, renamed the Waterways Committee to the Natural Resources Advisory Committee, and appointed five members to that committee. They also approved a Common Victualler License for Artcliff Diner and accepted a $250 donation to the Senior Center. The board continued a public hearing on wastewater regulations and discussed various town projects.

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Wed Sep 13, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board meeting with revised agenda

This is a routine Select Board meeting agenda with only the agenda item listed. No substantive decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to discuss nitrogen regs, algae blooms, and COVID after-action report

The Tisbury Board of Health will hold a public hearing on nitrogen regulations, review an algae bloom response, and discuss a COVID after-action report. The meeting also includes updates on wastewater management plans and ARPA funding applications.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved two ARPA wastewater grant applications

The Board of Health voted unanimously to approve two ARPA grant applications for wastewater system upgrades—one in the Tashmoo Watershed and one in the Lagoon Pond Watershed. A proposed NitROE system for the Lagoon Pond Watershed was also approved. Commissioners agreed to set the effective date of recent nitrogen regulation changes to January 1, 2024.

Tue Sep 12, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Water commissioners to discuss Summer Street main replacement contracts

The Tisbury Board of Water Commissioners will hold a public hearing on miscellaneous bills and discuss contracts for water main replacement on Summer Street. They will also consider several abatement requests and an elevated tank cleaning at High Point Lane.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

✓ Decided: Tisbury Climate Committee reviews town facility and infrastructure updates

The committee approved the August 7 meeting minutes and received updates from Town Administrator Jay Grande on various municipal projects. Discussions focused on energy efficiency, sea level rise mitigation, and the hiring of a part-time Facilities Manager.

Wed Sep 6, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee to discuss special event fees letter

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to approve minutes from six prior meetings and discuss a draft letter to the select board about special event fees. The agenda is otherwise routine, with committee reports and future meeting planning. No votes on specific dollar amounts or projects are listed.

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✓ Decided: FinCom reviews special event fees and Beach Road Music Festival contract

The committee discussed a draft letter to the Select Board regarding special event fees, noting that the Town is undervaluing its staffing time and energy. Members reviewed the Beach Road Music Festival contract and recommended renegotiating community contribution clauses and increasing deposits to $100,000. No formal votes were taken on the letter or fee changes during this meeting.

Wed Sep 6, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold pre-application meetings on Tashmoo Woods, Black Dog, thrift store

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting remotely to discuss several pre-applications, including a proposal by the Tashmoo Wood Property Owners Association, a modification of a 2012 special permit for the Black Dog Restaurant, and a possible special permit for a thrift store. The board will also review a legal services agreement with Attorney Jonathan Silverstein and discuss other administrative items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves $350 budget for Master Plan meetings

The Planning Board approved funding for refreshments for upcoming Master Plan public sessions. The board also held three pre-application meetings to discuss potential special permits for property owners and businesses. No final decisions were made on the permit applications.

Tue Sep 5, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board and Master Plan committee to review vision and implementation plan

The Tisbury Planning Board is holding a joint meeting with the Master Plan Steering Committee to review vision statements and diagrams for commercial districts, and to review the draft Implementation Plan. They will also discuss logistics for a public rollout event and recap an August meeting with town staff. The meeting is a working session focused on the Master Plan update.

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Wed Aug 30, 2023

Planning Board

Tisbury Planning Board meets with no public hearings or votes scheduled

The Tisbury Planning Board is holding a regular meeting with no public hearings, appointments, or bills payable listed at the time of posting. The agenda consists of board discussions under new/old business, department updates, and scheduling the next meeting for September 6th, 2023.

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Wed Aug 23, 2023

Select Board

Select Board approves provisional anchorage area in Lagoon Pond

The Tisbury Select Board approved a provisional 15-acre boat anchorage area in Lagoon Pond, closed to shellfishing from April to October, pending review by the Waterways Committee. They also allowed small vessels under 18 feet to anchor in Lake Tashmoo while actively shellfishing, and supported several housing-related initiatives, including a regional application for the Complete Neighborhoods Initiative and a request to explore municipal employee housing.

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Wed Aug 23, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board to vote on Lagoon Pond anchorage, Tashmoo dock, Beach Road Weekend

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including the anchorage area in Lagoon Pond, small vessel anchoring in Lake Tashmoo, a Notice of Intent application for the Tashmoo Dinghy Dock, and the Beach Road Weekend Music Festival. The board will also consider appointments, meeting minutes, and the Town Administrator's report, which includes housing-related letters and a one-day alcohol license.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves boat anchoring rules and housing advocacy measures

The Select Board approved new anchoring regulations for Lagoon Pond and Lake Tashmoo and authorized support for regional housing initiatives. The Board also appointed members to the Personnel Board and the Legislative Delegation on Housing Issues.

Fri Aug 18, 2023

Personnel Board

✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves previous meeting minutes

The board approved meeting minutes from April, May, and June 2023. Members discussed the classification and compensation of the Deputy Fire Chief and requested updated job descriptions to reflect current duties before the budget process.

Wed Aug 16, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to deliberate Safe Harbor Marina special permit decision

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting remotely to deliberate and review a written decision for a special permit application for Safe Harbor Marina, and to consider two Form A-ANR (approval not required) applications for subdivisions on Lagoon Pond Road. The board will also discuss updates on the Mt. Aldworth neighborhood, signage for Nina's Dine n Dash, and other business.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves special permit for Safe Harbor Marina

The Planning Board approved a special permit for Safe Harbor Marina and endorsed an Approval Not Required (ANR) for 187 Lagoon Pond Road. A separate ANR for 44 & 51 Lagoon Pond Road was referred to the Martha’s Vineyard Commission. The Board also discussed Master Plan updates and zoning recodification.

Tue Aug 15, 2023

Board of Health

Board to consider ARPA funding applications and wastewater plan

The Tisbury Board of Health will discuss a Targeted Wastewater Management Plan, consider ARPA funding applications, and review revisions to the Health Agent job description. They will also vote on permits and bills.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health schedules public hearing on nitrogen regulation revisions

The Board of Health unanimously voted to hold a public hearing on September 12, 2023, regarding proposed changes to nitrogen regulations. The board also approved two disposal works applications and updated the Health Agent job description.

Thu Aug 10, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance panel to discuss borrowing, lease/own options for new construction

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee, meeting jointly with the Town Hall Task Group, will discuss the town's financials, including borrowing for new construction, a lease/own proposal, and property tax and budget implications. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee and Task Group discuss new Town Hall options

The Finance and Advisory Committee and Consolidated Town Hall Task Group held a preliminary meeting to examine options for a new Town Hall. No formal decisions were made, as the meeting served to review town financials and evaluate a potential lease of the old EduComp building versus new construction.

Wed Aug 9, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board and Town Hall Task Committee discuss municipal office project

The Tisbury Planning Board is holding a joint meeting with the Town Hall Task Committee to discuss a project presentation, including considerations for pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle accommodations, traffic circulation, mixed-use development with adaptive reuse for municipal and residential purposes, and site alternatives for consolidated municipal offices. The meeting includes a discussion and next steps. No appointments or bills payable are listed at posting.

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Wed Aug 9, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board continues wastewater capacity hearing, approves master plan recommendation

The Tisbury Select Board held a public hearing on a proposed Wastewater Capacity Management Policy, which was continued to September 13. The board also discussed the Master Plan public petition, recommending that the Planning Board seek Town Meeting approval before adoption. Several appointments and routine approvals were made.

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✓ Decided: Select Board holds public hearing on wastewater capacity policy

The Select Board conducted a public hearing regarding the adoption of Article IX Wastewater Capacity Management Policy. The meeting agenda listed several discussion items and license requests, but the provided text does not record the final votes or outcomes for these items.

Wed Aug 9, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board meeting agenda posted for Aug. 9, 2023

This is a procedural agenda with no listed substantive items. The only content is the agenda document itself and a supplementary PDF, both dated Aug. 9, 2023. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are specified.

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✓ Decided: Select Board recommends Town Meeting approval for Master Plan

The Select Board recommended that the Planning Board seek Town Meeting approval before adopting the Master Plan. The Board also approved several appointments, a building relocation license, and a wastewater agency agreement.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Discussion of Summer Street water replacement project bid

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss the Summer Street water replacement project. The agenda includes an agreement to award a bid related to Environmental Partners.

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Mon Aug 7, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Tisbury Climate Committee to elect new chair and review Eversource report

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, elect a new chair, and discuss an Eversource report that was missed at the last meeting. They will also follow up on Town Hall study topics including flood plain by-law, school recycling/composting, plastics, and economic implications of reduced development, plus outreach to taxpayers about CLC opportunities.

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✓ Decided: Tisbury Climate Committee appoints Louise Clough as Vice-Chair

The committee approved the minutes from July 17 and appointed a new Vice-Chair. Members discussed Eversource generators, National Grid rate requests, and flood plain by-laws. No other formal votes were taken on policy or spending.

Wed Aug 2, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold public hearing on 33 Lagoon Pond Rd development

The Tisbury Planning Board will meet remotely to discuss new and old business, including Master Plan updates and upcoming public hearings. The board will deliberate on a special permit for Safe Harbor Marina and continue deliberations on a non-conforming structure at 57 Lagoon Pond Rd. A public hearing will commence for Sawyer Realty Group's project at 33 Lagoon Pond Rd, with discussion on a possible referral to the Martha's Vineyard Commission.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves written decision for 57 Lagoon Pond Rd

The Planning Board approved a written decision for a special permit at 57 Lagoon Pond Rd. A public hearing for 33 Lagoon Pond Rd was referred to the Martha’s Vineyard Commission for further review. Deliberations for Safe Harbor Marina were continued to August 16, 2023.

Wed Jul 26, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board to hold continued hearing on oyster farm license amendment

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting to continue a public hearing on an amendment to an aquaculture license for Husselton Head Oysters, and to make several appointments. They will also discuss and vote on a request to divert a Steamship boat for Beach Road Weekend, the Lake Tashmoo Watershed Management Plan, and an application for a State Revolving Fund. The agenda includes routine license renewals and an executive session for negotiations with nonunion police personnel.

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✓ Decided: Select Board denies aquaculture license amendment for Husselton Head Oysters

The Select Board denied an application to amend an aquaculture license for Husselton Head Oysters without prejudice. The board also approved the Lake Tashmoo Watershed Management Plan and requested a ferry diversion for Beach Road Weekend. Multiple town committee and staff appointments were confirmed.

Tue Jul 25, 2023

Board of Health

Tisbury Board of Health to discuss cyanobacteria bloom and wastewater funding

The Tisbury Board of Health is meeting to review minutes, hear reports from the health agent and assistant health agent, and discuss several public health topics. Key items include a cyanobacteria bloom, the septage transfer site, ARPA wastewater funding, and potential revisions to nitrogen regulations. The board will also consider licenses and permits, including a restaurant license renewal and a new food establishment.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approves license for La Strada food establishment

The Board of Health approved a license for a new food establishment at 65 Main Street and authorized work on a targeted wastewater project. The board also supported a staffing transition plan following upcoming retirements and resignations.

Thu Jul 20, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board meets with Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard boards

The Tisbury Select Board is holding a joint virtual meeting with the Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard Select Boards. The agenda lists discussion topics including housing, summer issues, Steamship issues, sustainability, staffing, short-term rentals, and sharks, but no specific decisions or proposals are detailed.

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Thu Jul 20, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Oak Bluffs and Tisbury finance committees meet to discuss parking, PILOTs, COLA

The Oak Bluffs and Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committees are holding a joint hybrid meeting to open communication and explore ways to help each other. The agenda includes discussions on paid parking, PILOTs (Payments in Lieu of Taxes), COLA policies, community impact fees, and taxpayer outreach. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Tisbury and Oak Bluffs Finance Committees agree to collaborate and share data

The Tisbury and Oak Bluffs Finance and Advisory Committees held a joint meeting to explore regional cooperation. No formal votes were taken on policy, but the committees agreed to share information on parking vendors, tax-exempt property payments, and compensation studies.

Wed Jul 19, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to review site plan for 57 Lagoon Pond Rd and discuss housing

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting remotely to review a site plan application for a non-conforming structure at 57 Lagoon Pond Rd, discuss a Form A-ANR for 187 Lagoon Pond Rd, and hold discussions on the Master Plan, a citizen petition to designate Mudpuddle Road as a special way, and possible housing projects. The board will also review minutes, approve bills, and update committee assignments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board refers Lagoon Pond Road project to Martha’s Vineyard Commission

The Planning Board referred an Approval Not Required (ANR) review for 187 Lagoon Pond Road to the Martha’s Vineyard Commission. The board also approved several sets of meeting minutes, paid outstanding bills, and updated its committee list.

Tue Jul 18, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Water board to discuss lead grant, SCADA upgrade, and abatements

The Tisbury Water Works Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss a lead removal grant update with Ryan Allgrove Environmental Partners, consider awarding a SCADA system upgrade, and hold a public hearing on miscellaneous bills. The board will also review two abatement requests from Susan Ward and John Jones, and conduct the superintendent's performance review.

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Mon Jul 17, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Climate Committee to review Eversource report, appoint study committee

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to review and approve prior minutes, follow up on an Eversource report discussed with the Town, appoint a Town Hall study committee, continue taxpayer outreach on CLC opportunities, and kick off a seawall grant project. The meeting includes routine administrative items and updates on ongoing initiatives.

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✓ Decided: Tisbury receives $78,750 FEMA grant for Beach Road resiliency scoping

The committee reviewed the receipt of $78,750 in BRIC funding from FEMA for the Beach Road Resiliency Improvements Project Scoping. This funding will be used for a feasibility study and conceptual design via the Tighe and Bond consulting firm. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 12 meeting.

Wed Jul 12, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to consider aquaculture license amendment for Husselton Head Oysters

The Tisbury Select Board will hold a continued public hearing on an amendment to an approved aquaculture license for Husselton Head Oysters, owned by Jeffrey Canha. The board will also make several appointments, accept donations, and discuss the Tashmoo Dinghy Dock Project and a Municipal Housing Trust Grant Agreement. Additionally, they will review license renewals and warrants.

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✓ Decided: Select Board denies aquaculture license amendment for Husselton Head Oysters

The Select Board held a public hearing regarding an application to amend an aquaculture license for Jeffrey Canha. Following testimony from the applicant, experts, and abutters, the board moved to deny the application based on reports from the Shellfish Constable and Harbormaster, as well as public testimony.

Wed Jul 5, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold public hearing on Safe Harbor Marina special permit

The Tisbury Planning Board will meet remotely on July 5, 2023, to conduct a public hearing on a special permit application for Safe Harbor Marina, hold informal pre-application meetings for several projects, and discuss board business including master plan updates and administrator hiring. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and payment of bills.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves land division for 96 Algonquin Avenue

The Planning Board approved a Form A-ANR for a property division at 96 Algonquin Avenue. A public hearing for a special permit at Safe Harbor Marina was continued to August 2, 2023. The board also approved several payroll and operating budget reimbursements.

Sat Jul 1, 2023

Planning Board

Tisbury Planning Board to plan Master Plan implementation steps

The Tisbury Planning Board and Master Plan Steering Committee are meeting to discuss next steps for the Master Plan's Implementation Plan, including timeline, prioritization of actions, and public engagement strategies. They will also review survey findings and discuss the Commercial District.

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Wed Jun 28, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board to hold five public hearings on licenses and fees

The Tisbury Select Board will hold five public hearings on June 28, 2023, covering an aquaculture license amendment, a fee schedule change for the local drop-off, a new moped license, a common victualler license, and a Class II license. The board will also discuss and vote on several items, including mooring permits, park management, and a fee for entertainment licenses. Numerous appointments for FY 2024 are listed in Appendix A for approval.

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✓ Decided: Select Board denies moped license and approves waste fee increase

The Select Board denied a new moped rental license due to safety and site concerns and approved a $10 increase for local drop-off vehicle stickers. A new Common Victualler license for La Strada was approved, and an aquaculture license amendment was continued to a later date.

Wed Jun 28, 2023

Select Board

Select Board denies moped license, continues oyster farm hearing

The Tisbury Select Board held public hearings on an oyster farm license amendment, a moped rental license, a drop-off fee increase, and other licenses. The board denied the new moped license for Island Adventure Rentals, approved a $10 increase in local drop-off sticker fees, and continued the oyster farm hearing to July 12. It also approved several appointments and other routine items.

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Tue Jun 27, 2023

Board of Health

Board to consider Andrea Peraino's food permit and discuss Title 5 wastewater regs

The Tisbury Board of Health will vote on Andrea Peraino's application for a food permit for To Market Market/Juice Store, and discuss Title 5 wastewater regulation revisions, a Targeted Wastewater Management Plan, and ARPA wastewater funding.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approves $35,000 reimbursement for wastewater upgrades

The Board of Health established a $35,000 reimbursement amount for NitROE system upgrades using ARPA funding. The board also approved a retail license for To Market and a disposal of wastewater application.

Wed Jun 21, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to review site plans, solar panels, and historic boat shop move

The Tisbury Planning Board will hold a remote meeting on June 21, 2023, to discuss and deliberate on several site plan applications and informal pre-applications. Key items include a special permit application for a non-conforming structure at 57 Lagoon Pond Rd, an informal pre-application for Safe Harbor Marina, solar panel installation at 100 Lagoon Pond Rd, and a proposal to move a historic boat shop. The board will also review the master plan, its operating budget, and committee assignments for FY-24.

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✓ Decided: Tisbury Planning Board adopts Master Plan goals and updates budget contracts

The Board adopted amended goals and objectives for the Tisbury Vision Plan and approved a contract increase for meeting minutes services. They also granted temporary storage for a historic boat shop and continued deliberations on a site plan for 57 Lagoon Pond Rd.

Wed Jun 21, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee reviews FY2024 budget and fees

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting to review the FY2024 budget process, provide feedback on county program budget presentations, and discuss special event fees. They will also set goals for 2023-24 and hold joint meetings with the personnel board, select board, and Oak Bluffs finance committee.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee reviews budget process and special event fees

The committee discussed improvements to the FY24 budget process and researched fee structures for large-scale events. Members reviewed the Town's FY23 free cash balance of $7,000,000 and discussed coordinating with other boards on staff salaries and regional concerns. No formal votes were taken on policy changes.

Tue Jun 20, 2023

Select Board

Joint meeting of Tisbury Select Board and School Committee

This is a joint meeting of the Tisbury Select Board and the Tisbury School Committee. The agenda includes introducing a new Select Board member and receiving updates from the School Committee. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

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Fri Jun 16, 2023

Personnel Board

✓ Decided: Personnel Board receives updates on hiring and training

The Personnel Board reviewed updates on the Council on Aging Director search and supervisory training. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Tue Jun 13, 2023

Board of Health

Board to discuss dog-friendly outdoor dining pilot, wastewater plan, and PFAS testing

The Board of Health will consider a pilot program for dog-friendly outdoor dining variances, review the town's wastewater management plan and landfill PFAS testing, and act on several septic system applications.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approves pilot program for dog-friendly outdoor dining

The Board of Health established a pilot program allowing pets in outdoor dining areas through September 30, 2023. The board also approved several disposal works applications and FY24 annual appointments.

Wed Jun 7, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Lagoon Pond Rd site plan

The Tisbury Planning Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes review of a site plan for a property at Lagoon Pond Road, with supporting documents for a garage floor plan and plot plan. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Black Dog Buildings project and sets leadership

The Planning Board approved an Approval Not Required (ANR) review for RSD Realty Trust at 20 Beach St. Ext. The board also voted to maintain Benjamin Robinson as Chair and appointed Connie Alexander as Clerk. A public hearing for a structure at 57 Lagoon Pond Rd was closed with deliberations scheduled for June 21, 2023.

Tue Jun 6, 2023

Planning Board

Tisbury Planning Board and Master Plan committee to review goals and summer outreach

The Tisbury Planning Board and Master Plan Steering Committee are meeting jointly to review the Master Plan's goals and objectives, recap findings from a student engagement tool, and plan summer outreach strategies including community conversations and business owner sessions. The meeting is a working session focused on refining the plan and engaging the public.

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Tue Jun 6, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Water board to review 2023-24 water main contracts and generator contract revision

The Tisbury Board of Water Commissioners will meet via Zoom to discuss and potentially act on several contracts, including the 2023 and 2024 water main contracts with Environmental Partners, a revision to the generator contract for Sanborn Well, and a proposed fire sprinkler application fee. The board will also review meeting minutes, hear the superintendent's report, and address any unforeseen items.

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Mon Jun 5, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Climate Committee to review Mass Save and Eversource reports

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to review and approve the minutes from May 8, 2023, and to discuss the Mass Save Initiative and an Eversource report. The committee will also consider a CLC evaluation request and hear member updates on programs and webinars. The meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2023, at the Tisbury Senior Center Library.

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✓ Decided: Climate Committee discusses Senior Center resiliency and Eversource concerns

The committee reviewed a $700,000 investment from Vineyard Power for Tisbury's essential facilities, focusing on solar and battery storage for the Senior Center. Members also discussed concerns regarding Eversource generators and outreach for income-eligible weatherization programs.

Thu Jun 1, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to discuss reserve fund transfer and appoint building commissioner

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting via Zoom to discuss a possible Reserve Fund Transfer and Munis training with the Finance Director. The board will also consider appointing Tom Perry as Conditional Building Commissioner. The agenda is otherwise limited to routine call to order and adjournment items.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves Munis training funds and appoints interim building commissioner

The Select Board approved a reserve fund transfer for accounting software training and appointed an interim building commissioner for a 90-day period.

Wed May 24, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to weigh alcohol license, waterway rules, and FY24 appointments

The Tisbury Select Board will hold a public hearing on an all-alcohol license for La Strada LLC at 65 Main Street and continue a hearing on proposed amendments to the Tisbury Waterways Regulations. The board will also discuss the Martha's Vineyard Regional High School budget, support for Cape Light Compact's partnership with Vineyard Power, Lake Tashmoo moorings, and police marine unit, among other items. Administrative items include numerous license renewals and FY24 appointments.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves retirement COLA increase and new alcohol license

The Select Board approved a cost-of-living adjustment for retirees and granted a conditional all-alcohol license to La Strada LLC. The board also authorized new moorings in Drews Cove and Northern Pines and approved Chapter One of the Waterways Regulations.

Wed May 24, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board approves moorings, COLA, licenses; police boat fails

The Tisbury Select Board approved several items including new mooring rules for Lake Tashmoo, a cost-of-living adjustment for retirees, and a new all-alcohol license for La Strada LLC. A proposed police marine unit pilot program failed on a 1-1-1 vote due to budget and contract concerns. The board also closed a public hearing on waterways regulations after approving Chapter 1.

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Tue May 23, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to hold public hearings on cesspools, septic, and a bedroom variance

The Tisbury Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes, hear public hearings on failed cesspools and a septic installation, and review a variance request. They will also receive reports from the health agent and assistant, and consider several disposal works applications, including NitROE upgrades for failed systems.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health declares all cesspool systems non-conforming

The Board of Health approved new regulations requiring the upgrade of all cesspool systems during property transfers, expansions of use, or specific renovations. The board also revised the financial hardship clause for nitrogen technology and ordered the removal of an incorrectly installed septic system at 105 Hines Point.

Mon May 22, 2023

Select Board

Joint Select/Planning Board to discuss Master Plan, zoning, housing

The Tisbury Select Board and Planning Board are meeting jointly to discuss the town's Master Plan, including districts and a connector road, along with other long-range planning topics. The agenda covers open space, waste management, public lands, flooding, zoning, housing, and fiscal responsibilities. This is a discussion and progress report meeting, not a final decision-making session.

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Mon May 22, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board and Select Board joint meeting scheduled

This is a joint meeting between the Planning Board and the Select Board. The agenda contains only procedural items: the agenda itself and meeting materials, with no substantive items listed for discussion or decision.

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✓ Decided: Tisbury Planning and Select Boards hold joint meeting on Master Plan

The Planning Board and Select Board discussed a petition to remove private property alterations from the Town Master Plan and reviewed composting and land use issues. No formal votes were taken on the discussed policy items. Several agenda items, including housing and zoning recodification, were tabled.

Fri May 19, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss job descriptions, social media policy

The Tisbury Personnel Board will meet to discuss updates to Council on Aging and Human Resources job descriptions and a social networking and media policy. The agenda also includes a Human Resources update on vacancies, training, committee packets, and open enrollment, as well as approval of minutes from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board recommends promoting Pam Bennett to HR Director

The Personnel Board approved the Human Resources job description and formally recommended the promotion of Pam Bennett to Human Resources Director. The board also approved the March 17, 2023, meeting minutes.

Thu May 18, 2023

Select Board

Select Board workshop on comprehensive wastewater management plan

The Tisbury Select Board is holding a workshop to discuss the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan. The workshop will provide a technology overview, review evaluation criteria, discuss recommended technologies, and include an update on the Targeted Watershed Management Plan.

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Thu May 18, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to discuss year-end transfers, tennis court budget, alcohol licenses

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting to nominate a Clerk, discuss and possibly vote on the Treasurer's authorization for year-end interdepartmental transfers, and review the Church Street Tennis Court operations and maintenance budget. The board will also consider one-day alcohol licenses for two local venues. The meeting is a hybrid session at the Katharine Cornell Theatre and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves tennis court fee structure and alcohol licenses

The Select Board appointed a Clerk of the Board and approved year-end interdepartmental transfers. The board also supported a proposed fee structure for Church Street Tennis Court operations and issued two one-day alcohol licenses.

Thu May 18, 2023

Select Board

Select Board approves $150 season fee for Church Street tennis courts

The Tisbury Select Board approved a proposed fee structure for the Church Street tennis courts, including a $150 seasonal family membership and $1,000 parking spot rentals. The board also authorized year-end interdepartmental budget transfers and approved one-day alcohol licenses for two local businesses. Additionally, Christina Colarusso was appointed as the Clerk of the Board.

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Wed May 17, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to deliberate Stone Bank Taqueria special permit

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting remotely to discuss administrative matters, including Master Plan updates and a contract status, and to continue deliberations on a special permit application for a food service establishment at 16 Union Street. The board will also review an ANR plan for a property on Mt Aldworth.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves special permit for Stone Bank Taqueria

The Planning Board approved a special permit for a food service establishment at 16 Union Street and granted an Approval Not Required (ANR) for a lot division on Mt. Aldworth Road. The board also appointed Lora Ksieniewicz to an associate position. A $20,000 consultant contract for Master Plan updates was confirmed.

Wed May 17, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Committee to vote on year-end transfers, board appointment

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting to consider a reserve fund transfer request and authorize end-of-year interdepartmental transfers, as presented by Finance Director Jonathan Snyder. The committee will also vote on appointing Marilyn Wortman to the Personnel Board, elect officers, and make committee assignments.

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Wed May 17, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board and Planning Board joint meeting on appointments

The Tisbury Select Board and Planning Board are holding a joint meeting to discuss and possibly vote on appointing a Planning Board Associate and to schedule a future joint meeting with topics. The agenda is brief and contains only these two discussion items.

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Mon May 15, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Open Space Committee to discuss Veteran's Park study and tennis program

The Open Space and Recreation Committee will discuss an update on the Horsley Witten study for Veteran's Park, as well as the tennis program's setup timeline and marketing. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 18 and May 2, 2023, and a discussion on the committee's website.

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Fri May 12, 2023

Water Resources Committee

Water Resources Committee to review alternative assessments for wastewater plan

The Tisbury Water Resources Committee will meet on May 12, 2023, to continue reviewing alternative assessments and prepare for a public meeting on May 18. The agenda includes discussion of alternative assessments for the Town Wastewater Management Plan.

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Thu May 11, 2023

Natural Resources Advisory Committee

Waterways Committee to discuss Lake Tashmoo anchoring and mooring rules

The Tisbury Waterways Committee will meet to discuss and possibly vote on regulations for Lake Tashmoo, including no anchoring, dormant studded barges, and guest moorings, as well as the Tisbury Waterways Regulations. The meeting also includes public comment and a list of future discussion items. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other specific actions listed.

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Thu May 11, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear special permit requests for fowl and swimming pool

The Tisbury Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider two special permit requests: one to raise fowl and one for a swimming pool. Site inspections are scheduled but discretionary.

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Tue May 9, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Tisbury Water Works board to discuss Summer Street water main project and consider abatement for account #717

The Tisbury Board of Water Commissioners will meet to discuss the Summer Street Water Main project, SCADA control upgrades, and an abatement request for account #717. The meeting will be held via Zoom on May 9, 2023.

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Mon May 8, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Tisbury Climate Committee to review grants, Mass Save, Climate Action Fair

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to review and approve the minutes from its April 17, 2023 meeting, and to discuss several ongoing initiatives including the Mass Save Initiative, the ETIPP grant, news from the Climate Action Fair, Green Communities, and a CLC evaluation request. The meeting will be held via Zoom on May 8, 2023 at 6:15 PM.

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Mon May 8, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board to hold public hearings on harbor permits and waterway rules

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting to hold three public hearings: on a harbor use permit change for Vineyard Wind, a flammable storage license, and proposed amendments to waterway regulations. They will also discuss a grant for water department resilience, a donation, and energy efficiency incentives, plus several administrative items.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves amendments to Tisbury Waterways Regulations

The Select Board approved changes to the Waterways Regulations regarding non-water dependent vessels and houseboats. The Board also approved a harbor permit ownership transfer and a flammables storage license. A public hearing on aquaculture mooring fees was continued to May 24.

Wed May 3, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury board to hold hearings on Vineyard Wind permit, flammables license, waterway rules

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting to hold three public hearings: a change of ownership for a Harbor Use Permit for Tisbury Marine Terminal LLC by Vineyard Wind 1 LLC, a new license for storage of flammables by Bryan Keats, and proposed amendments to the Tisbury Waterways Regulations. The board will also discuss a Department of Energy grant for water resilience, accept a donation from Safe Harbor Marina, and hear a Cape Light Compact presentation on energy efficiency incentives.

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Tue May 2, 2023

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to discuss park spraying, retaining wall, marina expansion

The Tisbury Conservation Commission is holding a public meeting to discuss spraying at Veteran's Park, review minutes and site inspections, and address other matters. They will also continue a public hearing on a notice of intent for a retaining wall by Mark Mszanski, and have on hold a marina expansion application from Martha's Vineyard Shipyard pending MVC review.

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Tue May 2, 2023

Board of Health

Board to hold public hearing on cesspool regulation

The Tisbury Board of Health will discuss a Targeted Wastewater Management Plan and hold a public hearing on proposed cesspool regulations. The board will also elect officers for the year and consider a rabies vaccination waiver. Disposal works applications and routine approvals are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health holds procedural meeting, no substantive decisions made

The meeting was largely procedural, with no substantive decisions recorded. The board reviewed minutes from prior meetings, received reports from the Health Agent and Assistant Health Agent, and noted disposal works applications approved by the Health Agent. No items required board approval, and no votes were taken on any agenda items.

Tue May 2, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to pick preferred direction for Commercial District Vision Plans

The Tisbury Planning Board and Master Plan Steering Committee will meet jointly to update the master plan timeline, plan spring and summer community outreach, and review website trends. The main decision is choosing a preferred direction for the Commercial District Vision Plans, with follow-up meetings with business owners also discussed. Public comment is included.

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Tue May 2, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Tisbury Open Space Committee to discuss mapping, tennis, and wind signs

The Tisbury Open Space and Recreation Committee is holding a virtual meeting to discuss several ongoing projects, including mapping of Old Holmes Hole, the tennis program setup timeline, and updates on the Horsley Witten Study and Vineyard Wind interpretive signs. The committee will also approve minutes from the April 18 meeting and set the next meeting date.

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Fri Apr 28, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss HR director, job descriptions, and new hires

The Tisbury Personnel Board will meet to discuss the Human Resources director position, job descriptions for the Council on Aging and HR, a workplace conduct policy, and an HR update. New hires and approval of March 17, 2023 minutes are also on the agenda.

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Fri Apr 28, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss HR director, job descriptions, and conduct policy

The Tisbury Personnel Board will meet to discuss the Human Resources director position, job descriptions for the Council on Aging and HR, and a workplace conduct policy. They will also receive an HR update and consider new hires. The meeting includes approval of minutes from March 17, 2023.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board recommends Pam Bennett for Human Resources Director

The Board recommended the promotion of Pam Bennett to the town's first Human Resources Director. The Board also approved the updated job description for the Council on Aging Director, pending a check on elder abuse reporting requirements.

Thu Apr 27, 2023

Water Resources Committee

Water Resources Committee to review revised criteria and initial ratings

The Tisbury Water Resources Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss water-related matters. They will hear a presentation on revised criteria, review an engineer's recommendations, and examine initial rating results. The meeting is hybrid, held in person at the EMS conference room and via Zoom.

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Tue Apr 25, 2023

Select Board

Select Board reviews Town Meeting warrant articles and positions

The Tisbury Select Board met on April 25, 2023, to review Town Meeting procedures and all warrant articles for the Special and Annual Town Meetings. The board discussed its positions on the articles. The meeting was adjourned with the end of Town Meeting, and the minutes were approved on May 22, 2024.

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Tue Apr 25, 2023

Select Board

Select Board reviews Town Meeting warrant articles and positions

The Tisbury Select Board is holding administrative sessions on April 25 and 26, 2023, to review Town Meeting procedures and all warrant articles for the Special and Annual Town Meetings. The board will discuss its positions on the articles. The agenda is procedural, with no specific articles or decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Select Board meeting held to review Town Meeting procedures

The Select Board met to review Town Meeting procedures and warrant articles for the 2023 Special and Annual Town Meetings. No substantive decisions were recorded in these minutes; the board discussed their positions on articles before adjourning at the end of the Town Meeting.

Wed Apr 19, 2023

Select Board

Select Board approves Rocco's Pizzeria liquor license and affordable housing agreement

The Tisbury Select Board held a public hearing and approved a Beer and Malt License for Rocco's Pizzeria at 79 Beach Road. They also approved a consent and subordination agreement for affordable housing restrictions at Kuehn's Way, 937 State Road, with Island Housing Trust. The board announced a FEMA grant for the Sewell project and a $400,000 contribution to open space across from the Sewell.

Wed Apr 19, 2023

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board approves alcohol license for Rocco's Pizzeria

The Select Board approved a wine and malt alcohol license for Rocco's Pizzeria. The Board also approved an agreement regarding affordable housing restrictions for Kuehn’s Way. Additionally, the Town Administrator announced the receipt of a FEMA grant for the Tisbury Sewell project.

Wed Apr 19, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to deliberate on multiple special permits and curb cut applications

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting remotely to continue deliberations on several special permit applications, including a food service establishment, a curb cut, and other bylaw-related requests. The board will also discuss Master Plan updates, Town Meeting articles, and schedule future meetings with other town boards.

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Tue Apr 18, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Open Space and Recreation Committee discusses parks, bike routes, and wind energy

The committee will review updates on Veteran’s Park task reports and tennis program setup. Discussion also includes bike route planning and interpretive signs related to Vineyard Wind.

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Thu Apr 13, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear four special permit requests for accessory apartment, guest house, pools

The Tisbury Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four special permit requests under the town's zoning bylaw, covering an accessory apartment, a guest house, and two swimming pools. Site inspections of the properties are scheduled but discretionary. The board will decide on these requests at the meeting.

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Wed Apr 12, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board approves interim building commissioner, licenses, rate hike

The Tisbury Select Board met virtually and took several votes, including appointing Ross Seavey as interim building commissioner, approving a rate increase for municipal refuse pickup, and renewing several alcohol licenses. The board also discussed a public petition regarding the Town Master Plan, with residents requesting removal of private property plans, and heard about a continued public hearing for a liquor license. No votes were taken on the Master Plan petition, and a joint meeting with the Planning Board is scheduled for May 4.

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Wed Apr 12, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to hold public hearing on Rocco's Pizzeria liquor license

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting virtually to discuss and possibly vote on several items, including a public hearing for a wine and malt alcohol license for Rocco's Pizzeria, which is expected to be continued to April 19. The board will also discuss a conditional building commissioner contract extension, a Beach Road outfall pipe request, a grant letter of support, and a rate increase for municipal refuse services. Administrative items include alcohol license renewals and approval of meeting minutes and warrants.

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✓ Decided: Select Board authorizes study on consolidating municipal town offices

The Select Board approved the appointment of an interim building commissioner and authorized a study to evaluate options for consolidating town offices by August 1. The board also approved a refuse rate increase and several alcohol and auto rental license renewals.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to discuss wastewater plan, fertilizer rules, homeless encampments

The Tisbury Board of Health will review and discuss a targeted wastewater management plan, proposed fertilizer regulations, homeless encampments, and low-income guidelines. The board will also consider a rabies vaccination waiver for a dog at 14 John Hoft Road and approve previously issued Disposal Works Applications.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health reviewed health agent reports and disposal works applications

The Board of Health received reports on wastewater management, fertilizer regulations, homeless encampments, and low income guidelines. Three disposal works applications were approved by the Health Agent. The board also addressed a rabies vaccination waiver request for a pet at 14 John Hoft Rd.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Water Works board to discuss rate changes and generator contract

The Tisbury Board of Water Commissioners will meet via Zoom to discuss possible water rate changes, a contract with Environmental Partners for the Sanborn well generator, and the superintendent's report. They will also review minutes from March and February and schedule the next meeting.

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Mon Apr 10, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to review 2015 Vision Plan purposes

The Tisbury Planning Board and Master Plan Steering Committee will meet via Zoom to review, amend, or reaffirm the Purposes and Objectives from the 2015 Vision Plan. This is a working session focused on updating the town's master plan goals.

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Wed Apr 5, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to hold hearings on Toy Box, McCurdy Motorcars, Ackee Tree, and Bransford special permit

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting remotely to conduct deliberations and continued public hearings on several special permit applications, including Kate Salop's Toy Box, Tom McCurdy Motorcars at 199 Beach Rd., Alexia Ebanks' Ackee Tree, and a special permit for Thomas L. and Patricia S. Bransford at 484 Main St. The board will also discuss Master Plan updates, a short-term rental study with the Martha's Vineyard Commission, and review Town Meeting warrant articles and zoning amendments.

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Wed Apr 5, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee to review reserve fund transfer and voter guide

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a Reserve Fund Transfer Request and review the 2023 Voter Guide along with the Martha's Vineyard Regional High School District Regional Agreement Summary. The agenda also includes committee reports, future meetings, and a celebration honoring Mary Ellen Larsen and Jynell Kristal.

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Tue Apr 4, 2023

Planning Board

Tisbury Planning Board to review Master Plan, survey results, and outreach

The Tisbury Planning Board and Master Plan Steering Committee will meet to recap the Commercial District Vision Plan open houses, review community survey results, and discuss outreach to high school students. They will also prepare for an April 10 working session on the 2015 Vision Plan purposes and update the Master Plan for Town Meeting.

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Mon Apr 3, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Tisbury Open Space Committee to discuss park, tennis, bike routes

The Tisbury Open Space and Recreation Committee is holding a virtual meeting to discuss updates on Veteran's Park, tennis facilities, and bike routes, as well as prepare for Town Meeting. The agenda includes approving minutes from previous meetings and other routine business.

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Mon Apr 3, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Committee reviews Green Communities grant due Oct. 27 and coastal resilience updates

The Tisbury Climate Committee met on April 3, 2023, to review minutes and discuss updates on the Green Communities program, with a specific focus on a grant application due October 27. The agenda included progress reports on Tisbury School, the John Ramsey Coastal Resilience program, the Ferries Now program, and the ETIPP update. No specific dollar amounts, ordinances, or binding decisions were listed in the agenda text.

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✓ Decided: Tisbury Climate Committee discusses Green Communities projects and solar RFP

The committee discussed potential Green Communities grant projects, including energy-efficient hot water heaters and vehicle upgrades. Members discussed the need for an RFP for solar and battery systems and the potential to hire a consultant using grant funds. No formal votes were taken on these proposals.

Thu Mar 30, 2023

Water Resources Committee

No agenda available for Water Resources Committee meeting

The Tisbury Water Resources Committee has no agenda for its March 30, 2023 meeting. The only item listed directs readers to review the minutes.

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✓ Decided: Water Resources Committee reviews wastewater management technologies

The committee reviewed the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP) goals for nitrogen removal in Lagoon Pond and Lake Tashmoo. Consultant Kate Roosa presented various source reduction, restorative, and resource management technologies for committee evaluation. No formal votes were taken.

Wed Mar 29, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board reviews Stone Bank, Taqueria, Young curb cut, timeshare rules

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting to review several applications and proposals. Items include a new application for the Stone Bank Taqueria, a special permit application from Scott Young, and a letter regarding Young's curb cut. The board will also discuss a proposed zoning bylaw amendment on time share, fractional, and interval ownership units, and review a plot plan for 353 Shubael Weeks Path.

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Wed Mar 29, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board to sign warrants, weigh fee hikes and ferry hearing

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting to sign the warrants for the April 25 Special and Annual Town Meetings, discuss landfill and curbside fee increases, consider a reserve fund transfer for the Building and Zoning Department, and address an upcoming Steamship Authority hearing on an early morning boat. The board will also approve a cemetery plot plan.

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✓ Decided: Select Board signs warrants for April 25 Town Meetings

The Select Board approved the warrants for both the Annual and Special Town Meetings scheduled for April 25, 2023. The board also authorized a fund transfer for the Building and Zoning Department and sent a letter of support for the Steamship Authority's early morning boat.

Tue Mar 28, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to appoint inspector, review wastewater plan and septic permits

The Tisbury Board of Health is meeting to consider appointing Drew Belsky as an agent under the SAPHE grant shared services program, hear reports from the health agent and assistant, and review septic system (disposal works) applications. The agenda includes several permit applications already approved by the health agent and a discussion of the Targeted Wastewater Management Plan.

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✓ Decided: Tisbury Board of Health appoints SAPHE grant inspector

The Board of Health appointed Drew Belsky as a SAPHE grant shared services inspector. The board also reviewed disposal works applications for several residential properties.

Tue Mar 28, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Water board to weigh rate changes, lead removal grant, contracts

The Tisbury Board of Water Commissioners will discuss and potentially act on several items, including proposed water rate changes for tiers four and five, a grant application for a lead removal program, and change orders for the Harborview, Pine Tree, and Oak Tree water main project. The board will also review an abatement amount from billing errors, a generator contract, and a Consumer Confidence Report. The meeting is held via Zoom.

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Mon Mar 27, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Tisbury Climate Committee to hear Coastal Zone Management grant update

The Tisbury Climate Committee is holding a hybrid meeting to receive an update on the Coastal Zone Management resiliency grant, which has been active in Tisbury for almost two years. The presentation by John Ramsey of Coastal Engineering will inform town committees and boards about findings and allow for questions, as well as planning for a possible further grant application.

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Fri Mar 24, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss assistant town clerk pay scale

The board will consider a warrant article regarding the placement of the Assistant Town Clerk on a pay scale. They will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings on January 20 and February 17, 2023.

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Wed Mar 22, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee to vote on waterworks, capital projects, town meeting articles

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee will discuss and vote on revised budgets, including Waterworks budget article #15 and capital projects article #16, as well as other revised budgets. They will also discuss and vote on several Annual Town Meeting articles, including prior year bills, a waterways portable toilet enclosure, library renovation/repairs, the general stabilization fund, and the FY24 operating budget. The committee will also discuss available Special Town Meeting articles and approve minutes from previous meetings.

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Wed Mar 22, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to discuss Lake Tashmoo anchorage moratorium

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting to consider an agenda item regarding a moratorium on anchorage at Lake Tashmoo, with related correspondence provided. The agenda is otherwise minimal, containing only the agenda and meeting materials documents.

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✓ Decided: Select Board establishes no-anchorage area in Lake Tashmoo

The Select Board voted to direct the Harbormaster to make Lake Tashmoo a no-anchorage area to protect eel grass and water quality. The board also expanded the Water Resource Committee and closed the town meeting warrants.

Mon Mar 20, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Committee to discuss bike routes, tennis, and Veteran's Park

The Open Space and Recreation Committee will discuss bike routes, a tennis update, and a Veteran's Park update. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from March 8, 2023, and setting the next agenda.

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Thu Mar 16, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Tisbury Water Works board to discuss FY2024 budget revision

The Tisbury Water Works Board of Water Commissioners will meet via Zoom to discuss a revision of the FY2024 budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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Wed Mar 15, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury Finance Committee to vote on FY2024 budget and warrant articles

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee will discuss and vote on multiple departmental budgets and warrant articles for the Annual Town Meeting, including the FY2024 operating budget and a proposal to reduce the tax rate. They will also consider Special Town Meeting articles on topics like procurement, building codes, and time-share ownership. The meeting is virtual via Zoom.

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Wed Mar 15, 2023

Select Board

✓ Decided: Select Board supports EduComp building project at 4 State Road

The Select Board approved a conditional building inspector appointment and supported a building project at 4 State Road. The board also recommended a reserve fund transfer for IT equipment and approved a ballot question for a high school feasibility study.

Tue Mar 14, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to weigh septic waiver, lead line rules

The Tisbury Board of Health will meet virtually to discuss a targeted wastewater management plan, proposed regulations on lead water line replacement and cesspool upgrades, and a request to waive a failed septic system upgrade. They will also consider a request for a basement half bath and approve disposal works applications.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health reviewed wastewater and septic applications

The Board of Health met to review disposal works applications and health agent reports. The minutes list several items for approval and discussion, including wastewater management and lead water line regulations.

Mon Mar 13, 2023

Community Preservation Committee

✓ Decided: Community Preservation Committee approves leadership and outreach plan

The Committee approved the March 13, 2023 minutes and re-elected Paul Munafo as Chairman and John Bacheller as Vice Chairman. Members reviewed a promotional outreach plan to increase public applications for funding. The Committee also discussed the condition of Veteran's Park field following music festivals.

Thu Mar 9, 2023

Natural Resources Advisory Committee

Tisbury Waterways Committee to discuss Lake Tashmoo anchorage and regulation changes

The Tisbury Waterways Committee is meeting to discuss Lake Tashmoo anchorage and recommended changes to Tisbury Waterways Regulations. The agenda also includes electing a vice chair and approving minutes from February 16, 2023. Future items for discussion include nitrogen loading, Owen Park Dock, and mooring inspector qualifications.

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Wed Mar 8, 2023

Select Board

Select Board and Finance Committee to discuss Town Meeting warrant articles

The Tisbury Select Board and Finance and Advisory Committee are holding a joint hybrid meeting to discuss and possibly vote on Annual Town Meeting warrant articles and Special Town Meeting warrant articles. The agenda lists these discussion items but provides no details on the specific articles. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with a call to order and adjournment.

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Wed Mar 8, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to vote on $26M Tisbury School Bond and sewer district expansion

The Tisbury Select Board will discuss a moratorium on Lake Tashmoo anchoring and potentially vote on adding parcels to the sewer district. The board is also scheduled to award the $26 million Tisbury School Bond and accept a gift for a bottom survey project. Administrative reports will cover payroll, bills, and updates on the Vineyard Wind marine terminal and 69 Beach Road projects.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves $25.2M in school bonds

The Select Board approved the sale of General Obligation School Bonds to Fidelity Capital Markets and added a sewer district expansion to the Special Town Meeting Warrant. The Board also voted to opt out of vote-by-mail for the May 9 town election. A proposal to relocate the August First Friday event was denied.

Wed Mar 8, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Tisbury Open Space Committee to discuss Horsley Witten report response

The Tisbury Open Space and Recreation Committee is meeting virtually to discuss their response to Horsley Witten regarding the Task 2 report, along with scheduling future meetings. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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Wed Mar 8, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee to review Town Meeting warrant articles

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting jointly with the Select Board to discuss and possibly vote on warrant articles for the Annual and Special Town Meetings. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific articles or dollar amounts listed.

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Tue Mar 7, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss commercial district workshop options and key issues

The Tisbury Planning Board and Master Plan Steering Committee are meeting jointly to discuss the town's master plan. They will consider alternatives and additional outreach for Commercial District Workshops, review the project timeline, and hear a presentation on key issues. The meeting is a working session, not a final decision-making meeting.

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Mon Mar 6, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Tisbury Climate Committee to review grants, solar array, warrant articles

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to review minutes, hear chair announcements, and get updates on several ongoing projects including the ETIPP program, warrant articles, a charging station grant, a CZM grant, and a solar array at the Park and Ride. The agenda is largely updates and routine items, with no major decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Tisbury Climate Committee reviews solar projects and federal energy assistance

The committee approved the February 6 meeting minutes. Members discussed the removal of a $175,000 rooftop solar array from the town warrant and the status of several grants and stabilization funds.

Wed Mar 1, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee to vote on budgets, warrant articles

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review and vote on the Town Clerk's budget and two warrant articles, as well as budgets for several town departments and boards. They will also vote on multiple warrant articles, including those related to regional communications, stabilization funds, and borrowing. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and committee reports.

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Tue Feb 28, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to weigh septic waiver, lead pipe rule

The Tisbury Board of Health will meet to consider a septic system waiver request, review a proposed lead water line replacement regulation, and approve disposal works applications. The agenda includes standard items like meeting minutes, health agent reports, and bills.

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Mon Feb 27, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

No agenda available for Tisbury Open Space & Recreation Committee meeting

This meeting has no agenda available; it appears to be procedural only. Residents are directed to review the minutes for any details.

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✓ Decided: Committee reviews Veterans Park concepts and tennis program updates

The committee evaluated stormwater concepts for Veterans Park, noting support for water quality swales and wetlands while rejecting others due to cost or engineering. Members also reviewed progress on CPA-funded tennis court improvements at Church and Lake Streets. No formal votes were taken on project approvals.

Thu Feb 23, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Water board to discuss lead/copper program, FY2024 budget, billing abatements

The Tisbury Board of Water Commissioners will meet via Zoom to discuss a proposal from Environmental Partners regarding the lead and copper program, revise the FY2024 budget, and consider abatements for billing errors on several accounts. The board will also review meeting minutes, schedule the next meeting, and hear the superintendent's report.

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Wed Feb 22, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to review 2022 zoning bylaw amendments

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting to review zoning bylaw amendments from 2022, covering articles 1 through 6. The agenda includes only meeting materials and the amendment document, with no other listed action items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves four zoning bylaw amendments for Town Meeting warrant

The Planning Board voted to place four proposed zoning bylaw amendments on the Special Town Meeting warrant. Two other amendments regarding affordable housing waivers and accessory apartments were continued to March 1, 2023.

Wed Feb 22, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board to consider Catboat Coffee license, police hire

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting virtually to consider a police patrol officer appointment, hold a public hearing on a common victualler license for Catboat Coffee Co, and discuss town meeting warrant articles and dinghy docks. The board will also vote on one-day alcohol licenses and special event permits for the Martha's Vineyard Museum in March.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves new coffee shop license and dock survey funding

The Select Board approved a common victualler license for Catboat Coffee Co pending a fire inspection and authorized $1,200 for a water depth survey at Lake Street Pier & Landing. The Board also appointed a new police patrol officer and modified a Town Meeting warrant article.

Fri Feb 17, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board holds hearing on meals and lodging policy

The Tisbury Personnel Board is meeting to hold a public hearing on a proposed allowance for meals and lodging policy, continue discussion of the vacation policy, and receive a human resources update. The agenda also includes items on training, moving, ethics, and finance committee matters, plus approval of the January 20, 2023 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves revised meal allowance and vacation policies

The board approved a revised Meals and Lodging Policy and a new Vacation Policy. Members also discussed options for manager training and provided updates on town vacancies.

Thu Feb 16, 2023

Natural Resources Advisory Committee

Tisbury Waterways Committee to discuss regulations, pumpout boat, anchorage

The Tisbury Waterways Committee is meeting to discuss recommended changes to Tisbury Waterways Regulations, the replacement of the Tashmoo Pumpout Boat, and the Lake Tashmoo Anchorage Area. The agenda also includes public comment and approval of the January 12, 2023 minutes. Future items for discussion include nitrogen loading, Owen Park Dock, and mooring inspector qualifications.

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Wed Feb 15, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance panel to weigh FY24 levy limit, budgets, warrant articles

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss the FY24 levy limit and reductions, review budgets for Human Resources, Personnel, and Select Board departments, and consider warrant articles on affordable housing and climate. The committee will vote on articles and budgets reviewed at its February 8 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends several FY24 budgets and warrant articles

The Committee voted to recommend the FY24 budgets for the Fire Department, Emergency Management, and Ambulance services. It also approved warrant articles for Planning Board zoning re-codification, Fire Department SCBA equipment, and a Paramedic Supervisor position.

Wed Feb 15, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to discuss police policies, stop signs, ARPA funds

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting virtually to discuss and possibly vote on police department policies, including military leave and a housing stipend for the police academy, and the installation of stop signs at Franklin Street and Center Street. The board will also consider administrative items involving American Rescue Plan Act funds for Lake Tashmoo and grantwriting services, as well as a reserve fund transfer for animal control. Meeting minutes from January 25, 2023, are scheduled for approval.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves police policies and Lake Tashmoo watershed funding

The Select Board approved new police policies regarding military leave and academy housing stipends. The board also authorized funding for the Lake Tashmoo Targeted Watershed Management Initiative and a reserve fund transfer for animal control.

Wed Feb 15, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board reviews Bransford proposal at 484 Main Street

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting to review materials for a proposal at 484 Main Street, submitted by Bransford. The agenda includes only this item, with no other business listed.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves $9,715.11 in bills and refers subdivision to MVC

The Planning Board approved the December 2022 minutes and paid several invoices totaling $9,715.11. One special permit application was withdrawn, and a subdivision application for Kuffies Point Way was referred to the Martha’s Vineyard Commission.

Wed Feb 15, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury boards to discuss 2023 capital infrastructure program

The Tisbury Select Board, Waterworks Commissioners, Water Resources Committee, and Sewer Advisory Board are meeting jointly to discuss the Capital Infrastructure Program for calendar year 2023. The agenda covers improvements to roads and sidewalks, stormwater, water, and wastewater systems. No specific projects, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Feb 14, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to review bedroom addition in Lagoon Pond DCPC

The Tisbury Board of Health is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a request for an additional bedroom at 82 Skiff Avenue within the Lagoon Pond DCPC, a health agent report covering wastewater management and fertilizer regulations, and approval of disposal works applications and bills. The meeting includes a public hearing for the bedroom request and updates from health staff.

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Thu Feb 9, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear special permit requests for accessory apartment and private club

The Tisbury Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting with two public hearings: one for a special permit for an accessory apartment and another for a private club building. Site inspections of the properties are scheduled but discretionary.

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Thu Feb 9, 2023

Natural Resources Advisory Committee

Tisbury Waterways Committee to discuss Tashmoo pumpout boat replacement and anchorage rules

The Tisbury Waterways Committee is meeting to discuss several waterway management topics, including replacing the Tashmoo pumpout boat, anchorage areas in Lake Tashmoo, and recommended changes to Tisbury Waterways Regulations. The agenda also includes public comment and approval of previous minutes. Most items are listed for discussion, not final decisions.

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Wed Feb 8, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board to discuss Beach Road project, music festival, affordable housing

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting virtually to hear the town administrator's report on several projects, including the MassDOT Beach Road project, Lake Tashmoo pumpout boat, and FY2024 budget. They will also discuss and possibly vote on the Beach Road Music Festival, the Affordable Housing Committee charge, and Lake Tashmoo anchorage, plus make appointments to town committees.

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✓ Decided: Select Board empowers Town Administrator to move forward with Lake Tashmoo plan

The Select Board approved the Affordable Housing Committee Charge and appointed two members to that committee. The Board also authorized the Town Administrator to proceed with the Lake Tashmoo management plan. Additionally, several business licenses and a cemetery plot purchase were approved.

Wed Feb 8, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance panel reviews town budgets, warrant articles

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review several town department budgets and related warrant articles, including Planning Board, Fire Department, Ambulance, and Emergency Management. They will also consider a Reserve Fund Transfer request from Animal Control and vote on articles and budgets reviewed at a prior meeting.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves multiple FY24 budgets and warrant articles

The Committee approved several FY24 budget requests and warrant articles for Police, IT, and Animal Control. It also authorized a $14,607 Reserve Fund transfer for a new heat-pump system at the Animal Control building. Reviews of the Planning Board, Fire, and Emergency Management budgets were conducted, though no formal votes were recorded for those specific items.

Mon Feb 6, 2023

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss bylaw amendments on time shares and MassDot response

The Tisbury Planning Board is meeting remotely to discuss potential bylaw amendments and warrant articles, including a section on time share, interval, and fractional ownership units, as well as a ZBA suggestion for an adjustment to another section. They will also review a response from MassDot regarding the 5-Corners project. The board will approve bills totaling $4,218.24.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves $4,218.24 in bills and advances zoning amendments

The Board approved several bills payable and agreed to move six zoning bylaw amendments, including regulations on fractional ownership and accessory dwellings, to public hearings. Members also reviewed MassDOT drainage proposals for Beach Street and consolidated recommendations for a formal response.

Mon Feb 6, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Tisbury Climate Committee to discuss DOT hearing, warrant articles, charging stations

The Tisbury Climate Committee is meeting to review minutes, hear announcements, and discuss several items including the DOT's public hearing, warrant articles requested by the Finance Committee, and a grant committee for charging stations. The meeting is held via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Climate Committee to draft letter to DOT regarding stormwater plans

The committee discussed flaws in the DOT's proposed infiltration system, specifically the lack of relief points and failure to address future rainfall. Members agreed that the current plan is insufficient to prevent flooding in areas like Veterans Park.

Mon Feb 6, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Tisbury Open Space Committee discusses Harbormaster building, park plans, bike path

The Tisbury Open Space and Recreation Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss several ongoing projects, including the Harbormaster building, Veteran's Park deliverables, and next steps for the Old Holmes Hole Rd/West Tisbury bike path. They will also address committee organization and leadership, and assign members to priority objectives. The agenda includes approval of the January 23, 2023 minutes.

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Wed Feb 1, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee reviews police, animal control, harbormaster, IT budgets

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee will review the budgets and warrant articles for the Police Department, Animal Control, Harbormaster, and Information Technology departments, with department heads present. The committee will also vote on a late-filed article from the Wastewater Department and on articles and budgets reviewed at a previous meeting. Additionally, they will fill the vice-chair position and hear committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends Tisbury School budget of $8,314,616

The Committee recommended the Tisbury School budget and the updated MVRHS Regional Agreement. It approved a $25,000 late-filed article for the Wastewater Department and appointed Louise Clough as Vice Chair. The High School budget vote was tabled pending final assessment figures.

Tue Jan 31, 2023

Board of Health

Board of Health to review additional bedroom in Lagoon Pond DCPC

The Tisbury Board of Health will meet to approve minutes, hear a health agent report on nitrogen regulations and landfill monitoring, and consider a disposal works application. A public appointment is scheduled for a request for an additional bedroom in the Lagoon Pond DCPC.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health reviewed disposal works applications

The Board of Health met to review health agent reports and disposal works applications. The minutes list a specific application for board approval and one already approved by the health agent.

Mon Jan 30, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board and Affordable Housing Committee discuss 2023 priorities and 2024 budget.

The Tisbury Select Board and Tisbury Affordable Housing Committee held a virtual meeting on January 30, 2023. The agenda focused on discussing priorities for calendar year 2023, the budget and staffing for fiscal year 2024, and 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles. No specific decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were recorded in the provided agenda text.

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✓ Decided: Affordable Housing Committee recommends 7-member structure and updated charge

The Affordable Housing Committee voted to recommend a 7-member composition and an updated committee charge to the Select Board. The committee also discussed technical service funding for the 2023 Town Meeting Warrant. Minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting were approved.

Wed Jan 25, 2023

Planning Board

No agenda available for Tisbury Planning Board meeting

The agenda for this meeting is empty; no items are listed for discussion or decision. The public is directed to review the meeting minutes for any actions taken.

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✓ Decided: Tisbury Planning Board approves budget shifts and Master Plan funding

The Planning Board approved adjustments to the FY24 budget and authorized $20,000 in additional funding for Master Plan services. The board also approved amended bills payable and reviewed proposed bylaw amendments for upcoming Town Meetings.

Wed Jan 25, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee reviews school budgets

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review the Tisbury School budget, the Superintendent's Shared Services budget, and the Martha's Vineyard Regional High School budget and warrant article. They will also vote on articles and budgets reviewed at a previous meeting. The meeting includes presentations from school officials.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends approval of COA and DPW budgets

The Finance and Advisory Committee recommended approval for the FY2024 budgets of the Council on Aging and Department of Public Works. The committee also recommended several DPW capital articles but tabled a proposal for Veterans Park remediation.

Wed Jan 25, 2023

Select Board

Tisbury Select Board to reorganize officers, discuss town hall plans

The Tisbury Select Board is meeting virtually to reorganize board officers, approve minutes, and hear the town administrator's report. Key items include a reserve fund transfer for office space at the Educomp Building, warrant articles for municipal office space and town hall planning, and a temporary closure request from Black Dog Café. The board will also consider license renewals, appointments, and a wastewater flow allocation stay.

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✓ Decided: Select Board appoints new officers and approves wastewater flow stay

The Select Board reorganized its leadership and appointed several town officials. The board approved a 120-day wastewater flow allocation stay and renewed a common victualler license. Discussions were held regarding Town Hall overcrowding and the potential purchase of a modular office unit.

Mon Jan 23, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Tisbury Open Space committee to set 2023 priorities

The Open Space and Recreation Committee is meeting virtually to discuss its 2023 priorities, organization and leadership, and the agenda for its next meeting. The only action item is approving minutes from a prior meeting; the rest is discussion.

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✓ Decided: Open Space & Recreation Committee sets 2023 project priorities

The Committee established three priority categories for 2023 projects and agreed to handle projects through the design phase before handing them to town staff for completion. Members also reviewed summer tennis and pickleball clinic plans.

Mon Jan 23, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

✓ Decided: Tisbury Climate Committee approves January 12 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the January 12 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of discussions regarding building maintenance, grant opportunities for charging stations, and the MVC Climate Action Plan.

Fri Jan 20, 2023

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to set pay scales for town clerk and police assistant roles

The Tisbury Personnel Board is holding a public hearing on the vacation policy and discussing pay scale placements for the Town Clerk-Assistant Town Clerk and Police Department Executive Assistant positions. The board will also receive updates on human resources and the placement of the Director of Human Resources on the existing pay scale, and will review minutes from the December 12, 2022 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Board approves new Police Executive Assistant position scale

The board approved the placement of a new Police Department Executive Assistant position on the M&P scale. A proposed change to the vacation policy regarding the forfeiture of hours over 240 was discussed but not decided.

Wed Jan 18, 2023

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves special permit for Patient Centric

The Planning Board approved a written decision for a special permit for Patient Centric at Mechanics Way with a five-year renewal cycle. Other special permit hearings for 16 Union Street and 484 Main Street were continued to future dates.

Wed Jan 18, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance panel reviews COA, DPW budgets

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review the Council on Aging and Department of Public Works budgets, along with DPW warrant articles and a Building Department reserve fund transfer request. They will also vote on articles and budgets reviewed at their January 11 meeting.

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✓ Decided: FinCom recommends approval of multiple FY2024 community and health articles

The Finance and Advisory Committee recommended approval for several FY2024 budget articles supporting community education, health care access, and elder services. The committee also reviewed the Council on Aging and DPW budgets and agreed to postpone a $500,000 sidewalk paving request to FY25.

Tue Jan 17, 2023

Board of Health

Tisbury Board of Health to review nitrogen regs and septic permits

The Tisbury Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the health agent and assistant, and review septic system (disposal works) applications. They will also discuss DEP nitrogen-sensitive area regulations and consider a request to extend a disposal works permit.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health reviewed disposal works applications and permit extensions

The Board of Health reviewed disposal works applications for 157 Clover Hill Dr. and 36 Hine’s Point. The board also considered a request for a second extension of a disposal works permit for 41 Bernard Circle. The minutes do not record the final vote outcomes for these items.

Thu Jan 12, 2023

Natural Resources Advisory Committee

Tisbury Waterways Committee to discuss Tashmoo dredging and nitrogen data

The Tisbury Waterways Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Tashmoo dredge, nitrogen loading and runoff data from Lake Tashmoo, and proposed changes to commercial regulations. They will also review revised meeting minutes and consider alternatives to hybrid meetings. The meeting is open to the public with a comment period.

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Thu Jan 12, 2023

Tisbury Climate Committee

Tisbury Climate Committee to set 2023 goals, review heat pump and grant status

The Tisbury Climate Committee will meet virtually to review prior minutes, hear status updates on a DPW heat pump project and a CZM grant, and prioritize goals for 2023. They will also draft a town report and discuss the emergency management plan. The meeting is largely a working session with no votes on new ordinances or contracts.

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Wed Jan 11, 2023

Finance & Advisory Committee

Tisbury finance committee reviews regional services budgets and MVCET article

The Tisbury Finance and Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review the Martha's Vineyard Center for Education and Training (MVCET) article and regional services budgets and articles, with presentations from county and community representatives. They will also discuss a reserve fund transfer request and other committee business.

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Wed Jan 11, 2023

Select Board

Select Board meeting agenda with no substantive items listed

This is a procedural agenda for the Tisbury Select Board meeting on January 11, 2023. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific decisions, discussions, or action items provided. The agenda appears to be boilerplate with no substantive business detailed.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves $882,944.96 insurance payment for school project

The Select Board approved a builder's risk insurance payment for the school project and funded stabilization accounts for Fire, Ambulance, and DPW. The board also appointed a new police officer and renewed two common victualler licenses. Additionally, the board addressed an open meeting law complaint by agreeing to provide corrected minutes to the complainant.

Tue Jan 10, 2023

Conservation Commission

Conservation Commission to hold hearings on shed, dinghy floats, rebuild, retaining wall

The Tisbury Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting with discussions on spraying at Veteran's Park, minutes, and site inspections. Several public hearings are scheduled for determinations and notices of intent, including a shed construction, dinghy float reconfiguration, dwelling demolition and rebuild, and a retaining wall. Two continued hearings and two applications on hold are also listed.

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✓ Decided: Conservation Commission approves harbor and shed projects

The Commission issued a negative determination for a shed construction and approved an amendment for the Tisbury Harbormaster to reconfigure dinghy floats and add a spile. A hearing for a retaining wall was continued pending amended plans.

Mon Jan 9, 2023

Open Space & Recreation Committee

Tisbury open space panel to review bike route report, tennis program

The Open Space and Recreation Committee will meet virtually to approve prior minutes and discuss a technical report on bike routes from West Tisbury, as well as details of the town's tennis program. The committee will also set its 2023 priorities for the next meeting agenda.

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✓ Decided: Committee discusses shared use path and tennis program costs

The committee reviewed a proposal for a shared use path along Old Holmes Hole Road and discussed funding and equipment costs for the Lake Street tennis program. No final votes were taken on these proposals; the committee is seeking further cost assessments and meeting with DPW.

Wed Jan 4, 2023

Planning Board

No agenda available for Tisbury Planning Board meeting

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves bills and continues special permit deliberation

The Planning Board approved the November 2022 meeting minutes and a revised bill payment. Deliberations regarding a special permit for Patient Centric were continued to a future date. The Board also discussed Master Plan updates and potential bylaw amendments for the 2023 Town Meeting.

Tue Jan 3, 2023

Tisbury Water Works

Water board to discuss lead program, FY24 budget, superintendent appointment

The Tisbury Board of Water Commissioners will meet via Zoom to discuss the lead program with Environmental Partners, review the FY 2024 budget, and consider the town report. The board will also address the superintendent appointment, set evaluative criteria for the superintendent's performance review, and hear the superintendent's report.

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