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Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Special Meeting of May 4, 2012
Land Bank Meeting Room, 22 Broad Street
Nantucket, Massachusetts z o
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CALL TO ORDER: 3:08 P.M. m
PRESENT: Bartlett, Gardner, Paterson, Reinhard, Stackpole. w
STAFF PRESENT: Jesse Bell, Administrator /Fiscal Officer; Bruce Perry, IkolqVst/t*lsource Planner;
Susan Campese, Assistant Administrator. z 0
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Miacomet Golf Course General Manager, Alan Costa; Miacomet Golf CouS StqPrintendent, Sean
Oberly; Principal of Agility Golf, Philip Truono were also present at call to rrder.
A. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
1. `Sconset Golf Course:
a. 2012 Seasonal Planning Discussion: Chairman Stackpole reported that the closing
was a success, however the Land Bank had to retain significant escrow funds from the sellers to
address unresolved issues regarding the well certification, outstanding DEP issue, open Conservation
Commission permit, as well as for a new septic system design and replacement. Mr. Costa reported on
receiving a quote for general liability insurance and reviewed the other administrative steps necessary
to open the course by Memorial Day weekend. Mr. Oberly reported that he would be working on the
greens and cleaning out as much junk from the property and outbuildings as possible.
b. 2012 Fees Discussion: Mr. Costa presented a snapshot photo of the fees currently
posted at the clubhouse and upon a motion made and duly seconded, the Commission VOTED to keep
all rates the same as 2011 with the minor amendment to extend the junior age from 11 to 14 years to 11
to 16 years.
c. Golf Course Water and Septic Matters — Discussion: The Commission discussed the
potable water source for the course, noting that while it would be possible to hook up to Town water, it
was prudent to wait and see how the well water tested first. In addition, given the failed status of the
current septic system, the Commission expressed a desire to move forward with the design work for a
new system immediately. Mr. Perry recommended hiring Blackwell and Associates in this regard.
Upon a motion made and duly seconded, it was unanimously VOTED to proceed with engaging
Blackwell and Associates to design plans for a new septic system.
4. Warrant Authorization — Initial Operations Funding: Ms. Bell reported speaking with the
Land Bank auditor, Kevin Carnes, who recommended keeping a separate set of books for `Sconset
Golf, which could still be managed as a sub - entity of Nantucket Golf Management, provided there is a
separate management agreement. Additionally, he stressed the importance of making sure transferred
equipment, as well as shared supplies and employee hours get allocated appropriately between the
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separate books. Further, it was recommended that the Land Bank make an initial capital investment in
`Sconset Golf to cover its start up expenses. Upon a motion made and duly seconded, it was
unanimously VOTED to execute the May 4, 2012 warrant document in the amount of $200,000
authorizing the transfer of funds by check or wire to a new bank account set up for the management
and operation of `Sconset Golf.
5. Additional Planning — Discussion: Mr. Truono suggested adding a kids' clinic to `Sconset
Golf in the future as well as allowing the Nantucket High School team practice there. Mr. Truono
further commented that the rental clubs at `Sconset were in terrible shape, indicating that he intended
to replace them with older clubs he was removing from Miacomet Golf and might ask the private clubs
if they had older clubs they wished to donate. Mr. Oberly reported that he planned to have Mike Daly
continue to cut the greens. Mr. Costa stated further that they planned on having packaged snacks,
candy and bottled water available for purchase in the clubhouse and anticipated needing two to three
people to cover all clubhouse shifts.
ADJOURNMENT: Upo otion mad nd ly seconded, it was VOTED to adjourn at 4:15 P.M.
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Men B. Reinhard, Secretary
Accepted, Approved, and Released by VOTE
of the Commission this 22th day of May, 2012.
John J. Stae pole( hair an
DOCUMENTS AND EXHIBITS
Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Special Meeting of May 4, 2012
Documents and Exhibits List
1. ` Sconset Golf Course General Liability Insurance Quote
2. 2011 Sconset Golf Course Rates
AGENDA
Nantucket Land Bank Commission
Special Meeting of May 4, 2012
Land Bank Meeting Room, 22 Broad Street
Nantucket, Massachusetts
CALL TO ORDER: 3:00 P.M.
A. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
1. Siasconset Golf Course — 2012 Seasonal Planning Discussion
2. Warrant Authorization — Initial Operations Funding
ADJOURNMENT