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! Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Regular Meeting of March 12, 2019
Wannacomet Water Company Conference Room, 1 Milestone Road
Nantucket, Massachusetts
CALL TO ORDER: 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Richard Glidden, Kristina Jelleme, Neil Paterson, Allen Reinhard.
ABSENT: John Stackpole.
STAFF PRESENT: Eric Savetsky, Executive Director; Jesse Bell, Assistant Director; Susan Campese,
Administrator/Finance Manager; Rachael Freeman. Environmental Coordinator; Leedara Zola, Project
Manager.
Diane O'Neil, Nantucket Public Schools Director of Facilities and Grounds; Amy Zielinski, Sustainable
Nantucket Executive Director; and Todd Stout were also present at call to order.
I. CONVENE IN OPEN SESSION:
A. CITIZEN BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mr. Stout spoke to the Commission about an
encroachment by a neighbor at 17 Aurora Way. He explained that he often bow hunts on the property
and noticed a neighbor had cleared a significant area, including wetlands. Further, he reported that the
neighbor told him he cleared the land to keep hunters away from his property. Mr. Stout wanted to
assure the Commission that he always hunted within the legal limits for hunting areas. Chairman
Paterson said he, Ms. Freeman, and Property Foreman Jeffrey Pollock viewed the property and said the
clearing was quite extensive. The Commission thanked Mr. Stout for his comments.
Mr. Stout departed the meeting at 4: 09 p. m.
Ms. Freeman said the Conservation Commission had viewed the property and was going to issue an
enforcement order and the abutter, Jesse Dutra would hear from Land Bank counsel about remediating
the situation.
B. REGULAR BUSINESS:
1. Execution of Deed Conveyance to Town of Nantucket for Two Parcels off Pilot
Whale Lane and Ariel Avenue, more particularly shown on Lot 126 on Land Court Plan No. 26439-2
and Lot A on Plan 2018-6: Ms. Bell explained that the order and plan for the "school swap" transaction
had finally been approved by the Land Court but it could not be released by their engineering
department until the original signed deed was approved by their engineer. Accordingly, upon a motion
made by Commissioner Glidden and duly seconded by Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously
VOTED to execute the deed as presented. Ms. Bell indicated she would overnight the deed to facilitate
an expeditious closing for the school.
2. Execution of Acceptance of Deed from Town of Nantucket to Nantucket Islands Land
Bank for Washington Street Parcel more particularly shown on Lot 2 on Land Court Plan No. 10452-A:
Ms. Bell reminded the Commission that the appraised value of the Town's Washington Street Extension
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parcel exceeded the value of the Land Bank's land by $480,000. Therefore, pursuant to the "school
swap" agreement, these excess funds were transferred and being held in escrow by Land Bank counsel
and would be used solely for the Town's purchase of a portion of the corner of Washington and Francis
Streets, currently owned by Nantucket Island School of Design and the Arts ("NISDA"). Accordingly,
Ms. Bell requested that the Commission execute the acceptance of deed for this parcel from the Town
pursuant to the school swap. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Glidden and duly seconded by
Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously VOTED to execute the acceptance of deed as presented.
3. Execution of Escrow Agreement between the Town of Nantucket, Nantucket Islands
Land Bank, and Rackemann, Sawyer and Brewster, P.C.: Ms. Bell explained that the escrow agreement
was merely the written reflection of the specific terms agreed to by the Town and the Land Bank
regarding the holding and timing for release of the excess funds leftover from the school swap, which
were to be applied solely toward the Town's NISDA transaction. Upon a motion made by
Commissioner Glidden and duly seconded by Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously VOTED to
execute the escrow agreement as presented.
Ms. O'Neil thanked the Commission on behalf of the Nantucket Public Schools.
Ms. O'Neil departed the meeting at 4:14 p.m.
4. Memorandum of Understanding between Town of Fire Department and Nantucket
Islands Land Bank — Signatory Authorization: Ms. Bell indicated that she was still reviewing and
revising this document and requested that the item be tabled to a future meeting. The item was continued
pursuant to Ms. Bell's request.
Marian Wilson, Assistant Administrator entered the meeting at 4:16 p. m.
C. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT:
1. Bachman/158 Orange Street — Landscape Plan Update: Ms. Freeman presented a
detailed estimate for materials and labor by zones as well as the plans by zone. Ms. Freeman
recommended that rather than phasing the project by zone, the installation should be phased by optimal
planting times to insure success. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Reinhard and duly seconded by
Commissioner Jelleme, it was unanimously VOTED to proceed with the project.
2. Reyes/231 Polpis Road — Naming Discussion: Ms. Freeman presented several names
that staff had suggested for the property. The Commission narrowed it down to "Reyes Sanctuary" or
"Reyes Pond," ultimately determining to continue the decision to a future meeting when all
Commissioners could be present.
3. Groundwater Testing — Program Update: Ms. Freeman asked to table this discussion
to a future meeting and the request was granted accordingly.
4. Sustainable Nantucket — Additional Caterpillar Tunnels Request: Ms. Zielinski
explained that the Commission had previously approved two caterpillar tunnels on the property, and
now farmer Aiden Feeney was requesting permission to have an additional four tunnels, as he felt they
were necessary to make his farming operation successful. The proposed locations for the tunnels were
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identified on an aerial photo by Ms. Zielinski. Chairman Paterson requested that the tunnels be moved
slightly north in order to keep them from obstructing the view from Hummock Pond Road. Ms. Zielinski
said the tunnels could be adjusted slightly and informed the Commission that the farmer was planning
on paying for the tunnels. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Jelleme and duly seconded by
Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the request for four additional tunnels,
resulting in a total of six caterpillar tunnels on the property.
D. GOLF BUSINESS:
1. Miacomet Golf Course ("MGC") Clubhouse Replacement — Project Update: Mr.
Savetsky reviewed the Project Update submitted by Architectural Consulting Group ("ACG") and
reported that everything was on schedule and on budget. He further reported that the change order for
the duct work estimate came in significantly higher than expected and ACG was working on bringing
the price for that down.
2. Warrant Authorization — Clubhouse Requisition: Upon a motion made by
Commissioner Glidden and duly seconded by Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously VOTED to
execute the February 12, 2019, warrant document in the amount of $591,542.30 to be provided to the
county treasurer.
E. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT:
1. Dog, Park — Planning Update: Ms. Zola presented pictures of some Cape Cod dog
parks as well as listed various elements and options for surfacing, gates and fencing. Commissioner
Glidden inquired as to the process by which abutters and neighborhood residents could voice their
opinion and suggested a public hearing in the future. Chairman Paterson expressed his preference for
grass surfacing to stone and recommended signage instructing users to pick up after their dogs.
Commissioner Jelleme proposed reaching out to Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals and the
Chamber of Commerce to help with the planning. Ms. Bell suggested that it might be wise involve a
veterinarian in the planning process as well. There was Commission consensus that the best way to
move forward was for Ms. Zola to research and solicit proposals from experienced dog park designers.
2. Codfish Park Playground — Shade Structures Proposal: Ms. Zola presented
conceptual plans to add two freestanding wooden pergola structures to the park to provide shade to the
picnic areas and benches. Additionally, it was proposed that the three slides should be swapped out for
tube slides since members of the Sconset Civic league said the existing slides became too hot for
children to use in July and August. Ms. Zola reported that the Sconset Civic League had indicated the
possibility of being able to contribute funds toward the improvements. The Commission was
conceptually in favor of the proposed improvements and requested that Ms. Zola price everything out
and report back.
Ms. Zola departed the meeting at 5:19 p.m.
3. Madequecham, South of Industrial Park — Filming Request: Ms. Bell presented a
proposal from film makers of "The Plagiarist" to film the lead character run down a dirt road. There
would be one van with equipment, a crew of ten and would take place between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
on April 8th with no disruption of traffic. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Glidden and duly
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seconded by Commissioner Jelleme, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the request upon payment
of the $250 fee.
4. Easy Street Park — Bulkhead Renovation Discussion: Mr. Savetsky reported that the
engineer on the project was recommending replacing the bulkhead in conjunction with the park
construction. This would also tie the two bulkheads together which are currently two different materials.
Further, Mr. Savetsky is reaching out to the owners of 29 Easy Street to replace their bulkhead at the
same time which has failed and is undermining the land around it, including the Easy Street Park. Mr.
Savetsky will bring back more details and a pricing proposal at a future meeting.
F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Upon a motion by made by Commissioner Reinhard and duly
seconded by Commissioner Jelleme, it was unanimously VOTED to accept, approve and release the
regular session minutes of February 12, 2019, as written.
G. REGULAR BUSINESS:
1. USGA Mid -AM Championship — Execution of Agreement: Mr. Savetsky presented
the final agreement which has been reviewed and approved by counsel. Upon a motion made by
Commissioner Jelleme and duly seconded by Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously VOTED to
execute the agreement.
H. TRANSFER BUSINESS:
1. February 2019 Transfers — Record Nos. 40444 through 40499: The Commission reviewed
transfers for the period of February 1, 2019 through February 28, 2019.
2. "M" Exemption Update:
a. Two -Year Domicile/Non-Compliance — Request for Extension/No. 38177 Edward
T. Sullivan and Rachael Sullivan: Ms. Campese reported that Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan had plans to move a
house onto their land, but the plans fell through and caused significant delays. They currently have a contract
for a modular home to be delivered in April. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Glidden and duly
seconded by Commissioner Reinhard it was unanimously VOTED to approve a one-year extension request
through January 2020, in accordance with the recommendations of staff.
b. Two -Year Domicile/Non-Compliance — Request for Waiver/No. 37156 Lisa G.
Frey: Ms. Campese explained that the Ms. Frey had purchased her home February 2016 with the intent to
make it her year-round residence. Prior to moving in, her personal relationship evolved and she married and
moved into her husband's home. Her house is currently being used for employee housing for both her
husband's and her employees and she has requested a waiver of penalties and interest. Under the
circumstances, Ms. Campese recommended that the Commission waive the penalty and accrued interest,
requiring only payment of the Land Bank fee. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Glidden and duly
seconded by Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously VOTED to waive the penalty and accrued interest
and to provide a release of lien upon receipt of payment of the $10,000 Land Bank fee.
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I. FINANCIAL BUSINESS:
1. Monthly Transfer Statistics: Monthly transfer statistics reports comparing fiscal years
2018 and 2019 through February 2019 were presented.
2. Warrant Authorization — Cash Disbursements: Upon a motion made by Commissioner
Reinhard and duly seconded by Commissioner Jelleme, it was unanimously VOTED to execute the
March 12, 2019 warrant document in the amount of $198,518.23 to be provided to the county treasurer.
IV. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Upon a motion made bY<ommissioner Stackpole and duly seconded by
Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously V D to go into executive session in order to discuss
the purchase, exchange, lease or value of rea roperty and review and approve executive session
minutes. A roll call vote was taken: Reinh d -Aye, Paterson -Aye, Stackpole-Aye, Jelleme-Aye. The
Chairman under Purpose 6 [G.L. c. 30 21(a)(6)] declared that discussion of these matters in open
session may be detrimental to the La Bank's negotiating position and that the Commission would
reconvene in regular session followi g executive session.
ADJOURNMENT: Upon a m ionmade by Commissioner Glidden and duly seconded by
Commissioner Reinhard, it was V TED to adjourn at 6:44 p.m.
Attested to:
Richard J. Glidden, ecretary
Accepted, Approved, and Released by the VOTE
of the Commission this 26th day of March, 2019.
Neil Paterson,
MONTHLY TRANSFER STATISTICS FISCAL YEAR 2018
FY18 Total Exempt Taxable Total Gross
Gross
Revenue
Month
Transfers
Transfers
Transfers
Value
Value Taxable
Received
Jul -17
99
56
43
$86,775,289
$80,305,289
$1,614,906
Aug -1 7
85
37
48
$100,460,304
$97,245,700
$1,945,861
Sep -1 7
123
52
71
$184,607,562
$173,607,562
$3,621,855
Oct -17
123
50
73
$138,788,773
$133,265,544
$2,674,111
Nov -17
95
39
56
$89,552,632
$86,004,631
$1,732,892
Dec -17
128
62
66
$103,053,291
$95,933,389
$1,920,134
Jan -18
86
38
48
$109,100,331
$102,654,331
$2,053,887
Feb -18
93
52
41
$110,702,982
$105,899,307
$2,118,786
Mar -18
84
39
45
$86,699,505
$80,439,505
$1,609,457
Apr -18
72
41
31
$63,371,268
$62,871,2681
$1,259,025
Ma -18
90
52
38
$68,681,278
$66,624,278L—$1,337,840
Jun -18
70
39
31
$72,347,585
$68,338,985
$1,210,166
THRU FEB 18
832
386
446
$923,041,165
$874,915;754
$17.682.431
Average
Low
High
96
70
128
46
37
62
49
31
73
$101,178,400
$63,371,268
$184,607,562
$96,099,1491
$62,871,268
$173,607,562
$1,924,910
$1,210,166
$3,621,855
MONTHLY TRANSFER STATISTICS FISCAL YEAR 2019
FY19
Total
Exempt
Taxable
Total Gross
Gross
Revenue
Month
Transfers
Transfers
Transfers
Value
Value Taxable
Received
Jul -18
80
50
30
$80,896,878
$78,396,878
$1,567,938
Aug -1 8
77
45
32
$48,618,521
$46,802,521
$946,902
Sep -18
84
26
58
$119,633,412
$118,343,412
$2,371,535
Oct -18
101
35
66
$212,485,401
$207,882,401
$4,167,648
Nov -18
119
48
71
$158,226,115
$153,331,115
$3,085,622
Dec -18
94
51
43
$93,258,434
$89,800,934
$1,796,019
Jan -19
77
36
41
$73,129,224
$70,296,724
$1,405,934
Feb -19
55
32
23
$33,375,816
$31,585,094
$631,702
Mar -19
Apr -19
May -1 9
Jun -19
THRU FEB 19
687
323
364
$819,623,800
$796,439,0781
$15,973,300
Average
86
40
46
$102,452,975
$99,554,885
$1,996,662
Low
55
26
23
$33,375,816
$31,585,094
$631,702
High
119
51
71
$212,485,401
$207,882,401
$4,167,648
MONTHLY.XLS (UNAUDITED)
DOCUMENTS AND EXHIBITS
Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Regular Meeting of February 12, 2019
1. Bachman/158 Orange St — Landscape plans and estimate
2. Reyes Naming choices
3. Sustainable Nantucket — Caterpillar Tunnels request and aerial
4. ACG Miacomet Golf Clubhouse Project Update
5. Check Warrant Summary - Clubhouse
6. Dog Park PowerPoint
7. Codfish Park pictures and shade options
8. Filming request and aerial
9. Easy Street Park bulkhead — email from engineer
10. Monthly Transfer Report — February 2019
11. "M" Exemption updates (see transfer business for record nos.)
12. Fiscal Year Transfer Statistics and Graphs — February 2019
13. Check Warrant Summaries dated March 12, 2019
TRANSFER BUSINESS
Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Regular Meeting of March 12, 2019
1. February 2019 Transfers — Record Nos. 40444 through 40499
2. "M" Exemption Update:
a. Two -Year Domicile/Non-Compliance — Request for Extension:
No. 38177 Edward T. Sullivan and Rachael Sullivan
b. Two -Year Domicile Non -Compliance — Request for Waiver
No. 37156 Lisa G. Frey
AGENDA
Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Regular Meeting of March 12, 2019
Wannacomet Water Company Conference Room
1 Milestone Road, Nantucket, Massachusetts
CALL TO ORDER: 4:00 P.M.
A. CONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENT / STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
2. GOLF BUSINESS
a. Miacomet Golf Clubhouse Replacement —Project Update
b. Warrant Authorization — Clubhouse Requisition
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
a. Bachman/158 Orange Street — Landscape Plan Update
b. Reyes/231 Polpis Road —Naming Discussion
c. Groundwater Testing — Program Update
d. Sustainable Nantucket — Additional Caterpillar Tunnels Request
e. Dog Park — Planning Update
f. Codfish Park Playground — Shade Structures Proposal
g. Madequecham, South of Industrial Park — Filming Request
h. Easy Street Park — Bulkhead Renovation Discussion
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. Regular Meeting of February 12, 2019
REGULAR BUSINESS
a. Execution of Deed Conveyance to Town of Nantucket for Two Parcels off Pilot Whale
Lane and Ariel Avenue — more particularly shown as Lot 126 on Land Court Plan No.
26439-2 and Lot A on Plan 2018-6
b. Execution of Acceptance of Deed from Town of Nantucket to Nantucket Islands Land
Bank for Washington Street Parcel more particularly shown as Lot 2 on Land Court Plan
No. 10452-A
c. USGA Mid -Am Championship — Execution of Agreement
d. Memorandum of Understanding Between Town of Nantucket Fire Department and
Nantucket Islands Land Bank — Signatory Authorization
6. TRANSFER BUSINESS
7. FINANCIAL BUSINESS
a. Monthly, Transfer Statistics
b. Warrant Authorization — Cash Disbursement
B. EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Executive Session is for Purpose 6 [G.L. c. 30A, 21(a)(6)J. The
particular transactions and parcels of real estate are not identified since disclosure of the property
information may have a detrimental impact on the Land Bank's negotiating position with one or more
third parties. The Commission will not reconvene in open session at the conclusion of executive
session.
1. Approval of Executive Session Minutes
2. Real Estate Acquisition
ADJOURNMENT