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Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Regular Meeting of April 9, 2019
Nantucket Land Bank Conference Room
22 Broad Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts I r Pt`':. 1: 5
CALL TO ORDER: 4:00 P.M.
A. CONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENT / STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
GOLF BUSINESS
a. Miacomet Golf Clubhouse Replacement — Project Update
b. Warrant Authorization — Clubhouse Requisition
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
a. Codfish Park Playground — Shade Discussion
b. Dog Park — Planning Update
c. 71 Washington Street — Planning Discussion
d. Easy Street Park — Bulkhead Replacement Discussion
e. Gardner Farm — Canine No Trespass Order
f. Nobadeer Farm/Pickle Ball — Sewer Connection Fee Discussion
g. Petrel Landing /17 Commercial Street — Figawi V.I.P. Tent Request
h. Dump Truck Replacement — Request
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. Regular Meeting of March 26, 2019
4. REGULAR BUSINESS
a. Memorandum of Understanding Between Town of Nantucket Fire Department and Nantucket Islands
Land Bank — Signatory Authorization
5. TRANSFER BUSINESS
6. 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; and for
Purpose 3 [G. L. c. 30A, 21(a)(3)J. Discussions concerning strategy with respect to ongoing litigation. The
Commission will not reconvene in open session at the conclusion of executive session.
1. Approval of Executive Session Minutes
2. Real Estate Acquisition
3. Litigation Discussion— Petrel Landing/17 Commercial Street:
a. In the Matter of Nantucket Land Bank, OADR Docket No. WET -2019-005 and WET -2019-006
b. Corey v. Nantucket Conservation Commission et al, Nantucket Superior Court, Case No.
1875CV00002
c. Muller v. Nantucket Conservation Commission et al, Nantucket Superior Court, Case No.
1875CV0003
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ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES
Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Regular Meeting of April 9, 2019
Land Bank Conference Room, 22 Broad Street
Nantucket, Massachusetts
CALL TO ORDER: 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Kristina Jelleme, Neil Paterson, Allen Reinhard, John Stackpole.
A13SENT: Richard Glidden.
STAFF PRESENT: Eric Savetsky, Executive Director; Susan Campese, Administrator,'Finance
Manager; Marian Wilson, Assistant Administrator; Leedara Zola, Project Manager.
Inquirer and Mirror Reporter, Brian Bushard,- Steve and Karla Butler and Samuel Daniels,
Siasconset residents were also present at call to order.
1. CONVENE IN OPEN SESSION:
A. CITIZEN BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS: None.
B. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT:
1. Codfish Park Playground — Shade Discussion: Chairman Paterson opened the
discussion asking for civility and decency which he said was lacking in some of the emails the
Commission received in response to the Historic District Commission ('`HDC") notification for the
Land Bank's application to add two pergolas, a picnic table and to replace two open slides with tube
slides. He explained that there had been requests for an additional table and shade on the equipment and
sitting areas due to the heat and lack of breeze in the summer months. Mr. Savetskv explained that the
application to the HDC was to see if the concept would be acceptable, but the Commission had not
approved it yet. Mr. Butler and Mr. Daniels expressed their frustration at the short notice for the meeting
and further Mr. Butler explained that many of the neighbors already felt the design of the playground
was not in keeping with Codfish Park and adding further elements. particularly the tube slides xNas
upsetting to some. Commissioner Jelleme asked the neighbors to email their suggestions on ho« to
create shade which was the challenge before the Commission. Chairman Paterson reported that the
1 -IDC application has been postponed for a few weeks and all suggestions would be taken under
advisement.
Rachael Freeman, Environmental Coordinator entered the meeting at 4: I Sp.m.
Mr. Daniels, Mr. and Mrs. Butler departed the meeting at 4: 25 p.m.
C. GOLF BUSINESS:
1. Miacomet Golf Clubhouse Replacement — Project Update: Mr. Savetsky reviewed the
Project Update submitted by Architectural Consulting Group ("ACG") and reported that framing had
started and interior partitions are ongoing, but according to the master schedule the project was behind
about one week.
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2. Warrant Authorization — Clubhouse Requisition: Upon a motion made by
Commissioner Reinhard and duly seconded by Commissioner Jelleme, it was unanimously VOTED to
execute the April 9, 2019, warrant document in the amount of $820,318.73 to be provided to the county
treasurer.
D. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT:
1. Dog Park — Planning Update: Ms. Zola reported she had received some information
with qualifications for a few dog park designers and had also viewed several parks on Cape Cod.
Additionally, she was pulling together a workgroup with representation from various interests and
would report back to the Commission at a future meeting.
2. 71 Washington Street — Planning Discussion: Mr. Savetsky reported that he and
property staff had met on the property and recommended a less formal version of the park at 50 Union
Street with a couple of benches and a fence at the back of the property with some shrubs. In the interim
the site would be loamed and seeded.
3. Easy Street Park — Bulkhead Replacement Discussion: Ms. Freeman informed the
Commission that she had contacted AGM Marine Contractors and had requested a second opinion on
the merits and drawbacks of various materials and costs associated with them. AMG proposed a
complete report along with field testing and a presentation to the Commission for $21,850, however Ms.
Freeman said the proposal could be pared down. The consensus of the Commission was go forward with
getting the second opinion since replacing the bulkhead was such a large project, but to cut out the
written report and to have AGM present the options at a Commission meeting.
4. Gardner Farm — Canine No Trespass Order: Mr. Savetsky explained that the Land
Bank had signed a 60 day No Trespass Order for the Gardner Farm property against Frank Daily and his
two dogs on the recommendation of the Town Animal Officer. A log of incidences was provided by the
Animal Officer outlining the numerous attacks on other dogs that were hospitalized as well as two
nearby goats that later died of their injuries. After some discussion upon a motion made by
Commissioner Reinhard and duly seconded by Commissioner Jelleme, it was unanimously VOTED to
issue a No Trespass Order for one year on all Land Bank properties against Mr. Daily and his dogs for
the safety of the public and further to notify town officials of the action.
5. Nobadeer Farm/Pickle Ball — Sewer Connection Fee Discussion: Mr. Savetsky told
the Commission that it was determined that the expansion of four pickle ball courts by Nantucket Paddle
Tennis Association ("NPTA") required a sewer connection that would cost approximately $20,000.
NPTA had received a grant from the Community Preservation Commission to build the courts but could
not use the funds for the sewer connection. After some discussion upon a motion by Commissioner
Stackpole and duly seconded to Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously VOTED to pay for the
sewer work and connection fee with NPTA responsible for all use fees.
Ms. Freeman departed the meeting at S: 00 p.m.
6. Petrel Landing/ 17 Commercial Street — Figawi V.I.P. Tent Request: Commissioner
Stackpole presented a request from Figawi, Inc. to have their VIP tent set up at Petrel Landing from
Friday, May 24, 2019 through Monday morning May 27, 2019 to be used for meetings, award
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ceremonies and sponsor receptions as they had in prior years. Upon a motion made by
Commissioner Reinhard and duly seconded by Commissioner Jelleme. it was unanimously VOTED
to approve the request as in previous years, subject to the Land Bank named as additionally insured
on their insurance policy.
Commissioner Stackpole presented a donation from Figawi Charities, Inc. for 51,000 to the Land
Bank. The Commission asked Ms. Campese to send a letter of thanks to Figaxvi Charities, Inc.
7. Dump Truck Replacement — Request: Mr. Savetskv presented a request from Land
Bank Property Foreman Jeff Pollock for a new F550 dump truck to replace the 1997 F350 dump truck
which was in need of repairs. Mr. Pollock had received a state contract price for 570,913.60 and �N as
seeking additional prices. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Stackpole and duly seconded b,
Commissioner Jelleme, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the expenditure fora new truck «ith a
price not to exceed $73,000.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Upon a motion by made by Commissioner Stackpole and dul%
seconded by Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously VOTED to accept, approve and release the
regular session minutes of March 26, 2019, as written.
F. REGULAR BUSINESS:
1. Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") between Town of Nantucket Fire
Department and Nantucket Islands Land Bank — Signatory Authorization: Mr. Savetskv reported that the
fire chief had requested the MOU and it had been vetted through town counsel and Ms. Bell. Upon a
motion made by Commissioner Stackpole and duly seconded by Commissioner Reinhard. it NN as
unanimously VOTED to execute the MOU.
G. TRANSFER BUSINESS:
1. March 2019 Transfers — Record Nos. 40500 through 40575: The Commission revie"N ed
transfers for the period of March 1, 2019 through March 31, 2019.
a. Current "M" Exemptions and Liens: The Commission authorized the placing of
liens against the following properties as a result of the purchasers claiming the "M" exemption as first-
time buyers of real property:
No. 40529 Donna L. Johnson and Brian '\1. Johnson
No. 40550 Andrew G. O'Shea
No. 40555 Justin P. Geagan and Rosini '0. Geagan
No. 40564 Zhaneta Avramova
No. 40573 Keith Barry Ward
Ms. Zola departed the meeting at 5:10 p. in.
b. Two -Year Domicile Non -Compliance — Request for Extension i No. 37881
Rudy Valencia: Ms. Campese explained that Mr. Valencia had experienced some delays in the
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delivery of his modular home but it was on the property and he expected to be living in the house
with a certificate of occupancy by June. Upon a motion made by Commissioner Jelleme and duly
seconded by Commissioner Stackpole, it was unanimously VOTED to grant an extension to
October 19, 2019, in accordance with the recommendation of staff.
H. FINANCIAL BUSINESS:
1. Monthly Transfer Statistics: Monthly transfer statistics reports comparing fiscal years
2018 and 2019 through March 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
April 9, 2019 warrant document in the amount of $204,234.26 to be provided to the county treasurer.
Mr. Bushard departed the meeting at 5:15 p.m.
II. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Upon a motion made by Copwissioner Stackpole and duly seconded by
Commissioner Reinhard, it was unanimously VOT o go into executive session in order to discuss
the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real p erty, discuss pending litigation and review and
approve executive session minutes. A roll c vote was taken: Reinhard -Aye, Paterson -Aye, Stackpole-
Aye, Jelleme-Aye. The Chairman under rpose 6 [G.L. c. 30A, 21(a)(6)] and Purpose 3 [G.L. c. 30A,
21(a)(3)] declared that discussion of th se matters in open session may be detrimental to the Land
Bank's negotiating position and that the Commission would reconvene in regular session following
executive session.
ADJOURNMENT: Upon a motion made by Commissioner stn and duly seconded by
Commissioner Reinhard, it wasfVOFED to adjourn at 5:50 p.m.
Attested to:
Richard J.
Accepted, Approved, and Released by the VOTE
of the Commission this 23rd day of April, 2019.
Neil Paterson, Chairman
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 -17--
85
37
48
$100,460,304
$97,245,700
$1.945.861
Sep -17
Oct -17
12352
__71 _J_____$184,607,562
$173,607.562
$3.621.855
_-
123 50 73 $138,788-1773--___ $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
$62,871.268
$1,259.025
M-18
ay
90
52
38
$68,681,278
$66,624.278
$1.337.840
Jun -18
70
39
31
$72,347,585
$68.338.985
$1.210.166
THRU MAR 18
916
425
491
$1,009,740,670
$955,355,2591
$19.291.888
Averse
96
46
49
$101,178,400
$96,099.149
$1.924.910
Low
- 70
37 _
31
$63,371,268'
$62,871.268
$1.210.166
High
128
62
73
$184,607,562
$173.607.562
$3.621.855
MONTHLY
FY19
TRANSFER
STATISTICS FISCAL YEAR 2019
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 -18
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
Feb -1_9
77
55
36
32
41
23
$73,129,224
$33,375,816
$70.296.724
$31.585,094
$1.405.934
$631.702
Mar -19
75
43
32 1
$51,027,881
$47,441,881
$948,838
Apr -19
May -19
-
Jun -19
THRU MAR 19
762
366
396
$870,651:6811
$8437880,959
$16,922.137
Average
Low
- 85
- 55
41
26
44 $96,739,076
23 $33,375,816
$93,764,551
$31,585;094
$1;880,237
$631.702
High-
- - 119
51 71
$212,485,401
$207,882.401
$4.167.648
VCN�T HL Y _ , �i I E
TRANSFER BUSINESS
Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Regular Meeting of April 9, 2019
1. March 2019 Transfers — Record Nos. 40500 through 40575
a. Current "M" Exemptions and Liens:
No. 40529 Donna L. Johnson and Brian M. Johnson
No. 40550 Andrew G. O'Shea
No. 40555 Justin P. Geagan and Rosini M. Geagan
No. 40564 Zhaneta Avramova
No. 40573 Keith Barry Ward
b. Two -Year Domicile Non -Compliance — Request for Extension:
No. 37881 Rudy Valencia
DOCUMENTS AND EXHIBITS
Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Regular Meeting of April 9, 2019
1. Codfish Park Playground — Shade Plan
2. ACG Miacomet Golf Clubhouse Project Update
3. Check Warrant Summary - Clubhouse
4. Frank Daily and Dogs — Incidents and email info
5. Dump Truck Quote
6. MOU between TON Fire Dept and NLB
7. Monthly Transfer Report — March 2019
8. "M" Exemption updates (see transfer business for record nos.)
9. Fiscal Year Transfer Statistics and Graphs — March 2019
10. Check Warrant Summaries dated April 9. 2019