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Home My WebLink About2020-11-10 AGENDA Nantucket Land Bank Commission !' r' TC1 , _j_ Regular Meeting of November 10, 2020 f_C °s,� CLERK Remote Participation via Zoom (see below*) 2020 NOV 27 PM 12: 0 F CALL TO ORDER: 4:00 P.M. A. CONVENE IN OPEN SESSION 1. PUBLIC COMMENT/ STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS 2. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT a. Easy Street Park—Change Order Proposal b. Larrabee Farm—Memorial Rock Request c. Codfish Park Playground—HDC Update d. Rowland/15 Commercial Wharf—Declaration of Surplus Building e. Update on Various Beach Access Issues 3. TRANSFER BUSINESS a. Current"M"Exemptions b. Current "0" Exemptions 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Regular Meeting of October 27, 2020 5. FINANCIAL BUSINESS a. Monthly Transfer Statistics b. Warrant Authorization— Cash Disbursement c. Warrant Authorization—2016 Refunding Semi-Annual Bond Payment 6. REGULAR BUSINESS a. Consent Items Proposal b. Action Items—Review c. Schedule Special Meeting for Golf 2021 Budgets and Rates B. EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Executive Session is for Purpose 6[G.L. c. 30A, 21(a)(6)]. 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 C. ADJOURNMENT *Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/i/95781867515?pwd=U2 pxeG FScG R NZ1YzRTA4SG N H b FcwZzO9 Meeting ID: 957 8186 7515 Passcode: 983703 One tap mobile +13126266799„95781867515# 0#„983703# US (Chicago) +16465588656„95781867515# 0#„983703# US (New York) Dial by your location +1312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1646 558 8656 US (New York) +1301715 8592 US (Washington D.C) +1346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 957 8186 7515 Passcode: 983703 Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abTTSRhJwo • OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR _ �_ _' _ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS STATE HOUSE•BOSTON, MA 02133 i� �� ( 17)725-11000 sof CHARLES O.BAKER KARYN E.POLITO GOVERNOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR ORDER SUSPENDING CERTAIN PROVISIONS Or THE OPEN MEETING LAWS G.L.c.30A,§20 WEIERDm,on March 10,2020,1,Charles D.Baker,Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,acting pursuant to the powers provided by Chapter 639 of the Acts of 1950 and Section 2A of Chapter 17 of the General Laws,declared that there now exists in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts a state of emergency due to the outbreak of the 2019 novel Coronavirus("COVID-19");and WHEREAS,many important functions of State and Local Government are executed by "public bodies,"as that term is defined in G.L.c.30A,§18,In meetings that are open to the public,consistent with the requirements of law and sound public policy and in order to ensure active public engagement with,contribution to,and oversight of the functions of government; and WHEREAS,boththe Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention("CDC")and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health("DPH")have advised residents to take extra measures to put distance between themselves and other people to further reduce the risk of being exposed to COVID-19. Additionally,the CDC and DPH have advised high-risk individuals, including people over the age of 60,anyone with underlying health conditions or a weakened immune system,and pregnant women,to avoid large gatherings. WHEREAS,seettons 7,8,and 8A of Chapter 639 of the Acts of 1950 authorize the Governor,during the effective period of a declared emergency,to exercise authority over public assemblages as necessary to protect the health and safety of persons;and WHEREAS,low-cost telephone,social media,and other Internet-based technologies are currently available that will permit the convening of a public body through virtual means and allow real-time public access to the activities of the public body;and WHEREAS section 20 of chapter 30A and implementing regulations issued by the I ; Attorney General currently authorize remote participation by members of a public body,subject to certain limitations; •• h,nnu ow ILacuo P.an ► NOW THEREFORE,I hereby order the following: (1) A public body,as defined In section 18 of chapter 30A of the General Laws,is ► hereby relieved from the requirement of section 20 of chapter 30A that it conduct its meetings in a public place that Is open and physically accessible to the public,provided that the public body makes provision to ensure public access to the deliberations of the public body for interested mcitrbers of the public through adequate,alternative means. Adequate,alternative means of public access shall mean measures that provide transparency and permit timely and effective public access to the deliberations of the public body. Such means may include,without limitation,providing public access through telephone, Internet,or satellite enabled audio or video conferencing or any other technology that enables the public to clearly follow the proceedings of the public body while those activities are occurring. Where allowance for active,real-time participation by members of the public is a.specific requirement of a general or special law or regulation,or a local ordinance or by-law,pursuant to which the proceeding is conducted,any alternative means of public access must provide for such participation. A municipal public body that for reasons of economic hardship and despite best efforts is unable to provide alternative means of public access that will enable the public to follow the ► proceedings of the municipal public body as those activities are occurring in real thus may instead post on its municipal website a full and complete transcript,recording,or other 1 • comprehensive record of the proceedings ns soon as practicable upon conclusion of the proceedings, This paragraph shall not apply to proceedings that are conducted pursuant to a general or special law or regulation,or a local ordinance or by-law,that requires allowance for active participation by members of the public, A public body must offer its selected alternative means of access to its proceedings ► j without subscription,toll,or similar charge to the public. (2) Public bodies are hereby authorized to allow remote participation by all members in any meeting of the public body. The requirement that a quorum of the body and the chair be physically present at a specified meeting location,as provided in 0,L,o.30A,§20(d)and in 940 CMR 29.10(4)(b),Is hereby suspended. (3) A public body that elects to conduct its proceedings undei the relief provided In sections(1)or(2)above shall ensure that any party entitled or required to appear before it shall • be able to do so through remote means,as if the party were a member of the public body and participating remotely as provided in section(2). (4) All other provisions of sections 1$to 25 of chapter 30A and the Attorney General's Implementing regulations shall otherwise remain unchanged and fully applicable to the activities of public bodies. This Order is effective immediately and shall remain In effect until rescinded er until the State of Emergency is terminated,whichever happens first, S ► • 1 ' 1 j Given in Boston at if,Li- h,1 this 12th day of March,two thousand and twenty. C/60--L'4 • CHARLES 0,BAILER GOVERNOR • Commonwealth of Massachusetts • • • ; • 1 1 MINUTES Nantucket Land Bank Commission Regular Meeting of November 10, 2020 Remote Meeting Via Zoom The meeting took place via remote participation via Zoom pursuant to Governor Baker's March 12, 2020 Order regarding the Open Meeting Law(attached). CALL TO ORDER: 4:00 p.m. PRESENT: Mark Donato, Kristina Jelleme, Neil Paterson, Allen Reinhard, John Stackpole. STAFF PRESENT: Jesse Bell, Assistant Director; Susan Campese, Administrator/Finance Manager; Rachael Freeman, Environmental Coordinator; Marian Wilson, Assistant Administrator. I. CONVENE IN OPEN SESSION: A. CITIZEN BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS: None. B. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: 1. Easy Street Park—Change Order Proposal: Ms. Bell reviewed a change order request from ACK Marine to remove the old fill which is primarily debris and replacing it with a rich combination of loam and topsoil in order to prepare the Easy Street Park for plant installations in the spring of 2021. The Commission inquired about the plantings proposed and how they would fare with the flooding of the harbor into the park. In response to the Commission's concerns, staff agreed to review the planting schedule with all those involved in the park design and report back to the Commission at a future meeting. Inquirer and Mirror Reporter, Brian Bushard entered the meeting via Zoom at 4:10 p.m. 2. Larrabee Farm—Memorial Rock Request: Ms. Bell presented an email request from Tom Larrabee to place an engraved rock honoring the late Tom Larrabee, Sr. on the farm. A motion was made by Commissioner Stackpole and duly seconded by Commissioner Reinhard to approve the request and placement of the engraved rock on the farm. A roll call vote was taken on the motion: Mark Donato-Aye; Kristina Jelleme-Aye;Neil Paterson-Aye; Allen Reinhard—Aye; John Stackpole-Aye. 3. Codfish Park Playground—Historic District Commission("HDC")Update: Ms. Freeman stated that the application for sun shade sails to protect the playground equipment from the hot sun was not well supported by the HDC nor did they give much direction for solutions as the suggestions that were made had already been rejected in a previous application. 4. Rowland/15 Commercial Wharf—Declaration of Surplus Building: A motion was made by Commissioner Jelleme and duly seconded by Commissioner Stackpole to declare the building surplus and authorize Ms. Bell to issue a Request For Proposals for disposal of the building Land Bank Commission Page 2 October 13, 2020 located at 15 Commercial Wharf Street with the condition that affordable housing organizations, not for profit organization and year-round housing be given more weight in the decision. A roll call vote was taken on the motion: Mark Donato-Aye; Kristina Jelleme-Aye; Neil Paterson-Aye; Allen Reinhard-Aye; John Stackpole-Aye. 5. Update on Various Beach Access Issues: Ms. Freeman stated that the Madequecham beach access improvements are on track to install a few short steps where the existing access is located. Permitting will be completed in the spring to move the Cisco Beach parking area back in the fall of 2021. C. TRANSFER BUSINESS: 1. October 2020 Transfers—Record Nos. 42127 through 42328: The Commission reviewed transfers for the period of October 1, 2020 through October 31, 2020. a. Current "M" Exemption and Lien: The Commission authorized the placing of a lien against the following property as a result of the purchasers claiming the "M" exemption as first-time buyers of real property: No. 42193 Hristo I. Rashkov and Karina Rashkov b. Current"0" Exemption and Lien: The Commission authorized the placing of a lien against the following property as a result of the purchaser claiming the"0" exemption as part of a deed-restricted affordable housing program: No. 42214 Jovanilson Prestesdossantos No. 42227 Loubins Cadet and Ruth Tonico D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Commissioner Jelleme and duly seconded by Commissioner Donato to accept, approve, and release the regular session minutes of October 27, 2020, as written. A roll call vote was taken on the motion: Mark Donato-Aye; Kristina Jelleme-Aye;Neil Paterson-Aye; Allen Reinhard—Aye; John Stackpole-Aye. E. FINANCIAL BUSINESS: 1. Monthly Transfer Statistics: Monthly transfer statistics reports comparing calendar years 2019 and 2020 through October 2020 were presented to the Commission. 2. Warrant Authorization—Cash Disbursements: A motion was made by Commissioner Reinhard and duly seconded by Commissioner Jelleme to execute the November 10, 2020 warrant document in the amount of$146,258.12 to be provided to the county treasurer. A roll call vote was taken on the motion: Mark Donato-Aye; Kristina Jelleme-Aye;Neil Paterson-Aye; Allen Reinhard-Aye; John Stackpole-Aye. 3. Warrant Authorization—2016 Refunding Semi-Annual Bond Refund: A motion Land Bank Commission Page 3 October 13, 2020 was made by Commissioner Reinhard and duly seconded by Commissioner Jelleme, to approve payment and authorize staff to wire the Series A semi-annual bond payment of interest and principal in the total amount of$931,825.00 from the Land Bank's Collection Account to the Bond Trustee at U.S. Bank. A roll call vote was taken on the motion: Mark Donato-Aye; Kristina Jelleme-Aye;Neil Paterson-Aye; Allen Reinhard-Aye; John Stackpole-Aye. F. REGULAR BUSINESS: 1. Consent Items Proposal: Ms. Bell reviewed the proposal that an email be sent to Commissioners prior to each meeting with items that are recommended for approval at the staff level to improve efficiency and streamline meetings. A motion was made by Commissioner Stackpole and duly seconded by Commissioner Reinhard to approve the proposal as discussed. A roll call vote was taken on the motion: Mark Donato-Aye; Kristina Jelleme-Aye; Neil Paterson- Aye; Allen Reinhard—Aye; John Stackpole-Aye. 2. Action Items—Review: Chairman Paterson asked if the Commission had any questions on the action items list. Commissioner Reinhard asked on the progress of trailhead signage and removal of the black pines at the Apthorpe property. Ms. Freeman responded that the trailheads project was dependent on updates to the website and that the Apthorpe permitting was at the top of her list. Commissioner Jelleme asked if the permanent cross-island trail meetings were occurring to which Ms. Bell reported they were and the project was progressing. Additionally, she updated the Commission on her talks with town counsel regarding the procurement procedures for the golf management RFP. Further, Commissioner Jelleme recommended adding a column to the list that reflects the progress timelines. 3. Schedule Special Meeting for Golf 2021 Budget and Rates: Upon a motion made by Commissioner Stackpole and duly seconded by Commissioner Reinhard to start the December 8th meeting at 3:00 p.m. to discuss the proposed golf budgets and rates. A roll call vote was taken on the motion: Mark Donato-Aye; Kristina Jelleme-Aye;Neil Paterson-Aye; Allen Reinhard—Aye; John Stackpole-Aye. Mr. Bushard departed the meeting at 4:56 p.m. II. EXECUTIVE SESSION: A motion was made by Commissioner Stackpole and duly seconded by Commissioner Reinhard to go into executive session in order to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property and review and approve executive session minutes. A roll call vote was taken on the motion: Mark Donato-Aye; Kristina Jelleme-Aye;Neil Paterson-Aye; Allen Reinhard-Aye; John Stackpole-Aye. The Chairman declared under Purpose 6 [G.L. c. 30A, 21(a)(6)] that discussion of these matters in open session may be detrimental to the Land Bank's negotiating position. The Chairman further announced that the Commission would not reconvene in regular session at the conclusion of executive session. ADJOURNMENT: Upon a motion made by Commissioner Reinhard and duly seconded by Commissioner Donato, it was VOTED to adjourn at 5:37 p.m. Land Bank Commission Page 4 October 13, 2020 Attested to: • M 0 k ark Renato, ccrctary Vic` GYuo:.ct.%C4 Accepted, Approved, and Released by the VOTE of the Commission this 24th day of November 2020. Neil Paterson, Chairman MONTHLY TRANSFER STATISTICS CALENDAR 2019 CAL19 Total Exempt Taxable Total Gross Gross Revenue Month Transfers Transfers Transfers Value Value Taxable Received 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 75 43 32 $51,027,881 $47,441,881 $948,838 Apr-19 72 42 30 $94,747,898 $91,479,627 $1,866,725 May-19 86 45 41 $82,825,845 $80,412,845 $1,608,257 Jun-19 70 42 28 $82,330,500 $71,590,500 $1,438,810 Jul-19 89 56 33 $94,955,156 $89,775,156 $1,796,308 Aug-19 99 46 53 $106,405,471 $102,684,583 $2,063,692 Sep-19 93 48 45 $80,267,845 $77,392,845 $1,549,917 Oct-19 109 49 60 $139,977,450 $137,527,117 $2,759,542 Nov-19 99 51 48 $110,400,753 $107,270,753 $2,145,415 Dec-19 112 71 41 $104,991,606 $88,127,806 $1,772,556 THRU OCT 19 825 439 386 $839,043,086 $800,186,372 $16,069,726 Average 86 47 40 $87,869,620 $82,965,411 $1,665,641 Low 55 32 23 $33,375,816 $31,585,094 $631,702 High 112 71 60 $139,977,450 $137,527,117 . $2,759,542 MONTHLY TRANSFER STATISTICS CALENDAR 2020 CAL20 Total Exempt Taxable Total Gross Gross Revenue Month Transfers Transfers Transfers Value Value Taxable Received Jan-20 89 47 42 $109,790,691 $101,405,024 $2,028,080 Feb-20 64 43 21 $41,203,812 $39,403,812 $788,096 Mar-20 50 31 19 $36,463,714 $34,508,714 $690,174 Apr-20 49 27 22 $45,321,960 $43,866,510 $877,330 May-20 36 18 18 $57,099,813 $55,087,313 $1,111,746 Jun-20 52 _ 29 23 $50,331,500 $50,331,500 $1,012,480 Jul-20 101 57 44 $137,529,158 $130,894,991 $2,617,900 Aug-20 104 49 55 _ $176,375,099 $171,288,925 $3,425,779 Sep-20 159 42 117 $363,276,137 $362,676,137 $7,253,523 Oct-20 201 _ 68 133 $373,250,751 _ $367,511,350 $7,359,923 Nov-20 Dec-20 THRU OCT 20 905 411 494 $1,390,642,636 $1,356,974,276 $27,165,032 Average 91 41 49 $139,064,264 $135,697,428 $2,716,503 Low 36 18 18 $36,463,714 $34,508,714 $690,174 High 201 68 133 $373,250,751 $367,511,350 $7,359,923 MONTHLY(UNAUDITED) DOCUMENTS AND EXHIBITS Nantucket Land Bank Commission Regular Meeting of November 10, 2020 1. Easy Street Change Order 2. Memorial rock request for Larrabee farm 3. Current"M"and "0"Exemptions(see transfer business for record nos.) 4. Monthly Transfer Report—October 2020 5. Calendar Year Transfer Statistics and Graphs—October 2020 6. Check Warrant Summary dated November 10, 2020 7. Check Warrant Summary for Semi Annual Refund 8. Action Items List 9. Cross Island Trail Map TRANSFER BUSINESS Nantucket Land Bank Commission Regular Meeting of November 10, 2020 1. October 2020 Transfers—Record Nos. 42127 through 42328 a. Current"M"Exemptions and Liens: No. 42193 Hristo I. Rashkov and Karina Rashkov b. Current "0" Exemptions and Liens: No. 42214 Jovanilson Prestesdossantos No. 42227 Loubins Cadet and Ruth Tonico 2. Transfer Update: a. Release of Lien (duplicate) No. 14814 Tracey A. Howard and William A. Riley