TOWN OF NANTUCKET
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May 2022 Newsletter
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The 2022 Annual Town Meeting

Today is the day! The 2022 Annual Town Meeting has been scheduled for 5 PM at the Nantucket High School Mary P. Walker Auditorium.


Did you know that you can register, check or update your voter status online - https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr/

Open Enrollment Starts Today!
Now is the best time to review, enroll and/or make changes to your benefits plan options.
Register for the virtual open enrollment now. It will help you make the right decision for yourself and your family!

For more information, visit our Open Enrollment Page.
Wellness Updates
Spring Steps Challenge

Thank you to everyone who registered for the 2022 Spring Steps Challenge!

The winners of the $25 gift vouchers will be contacted directly by HR via email.

Challenge ends on May 23rd. We will be announcing $100 raffle winners in our June newsletter. Stay tuned!

Virtual Classes & Workshops
Live Virtual Cooking Class: BBQ Sides, Sauces & Main Courses

May 25th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Learn how to:
  • BBQ safely and healthy
  • Build healthier side dishes and salads
  • Eat what you love and still enjoy the BBQ
 
Featured Recipes:
  • Spinach Salad with Balsamic Dressing
  • Grilled Cauliflower Steaks with Mango and Black Bean Salsa
  • Grilled Pineapple with Greek Yogurt
 
Find recipes for the cooking demo HERE.
 
Attend and be entered into a drawing to win a cookbook.
Two winners will be chosen from the event!
 
Upon entry, you will be muted, but can communicate through the chatbox or the Q&A. The last 15 minutes or so will be saved for a Q&A portion.
An Interactive Virtual Workshop: Solutions for Stress Management

June 14th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Learn:
  • The common causes and signs of stress
  • Stress management tips and techniques to responding to stress
  • Strategies when it comes to food & mood, time management, and prioritizing
 

 

During the webinar, participants will be muted for the duration of the program with two options for communication:

  • There is a chatbox where you can write to “Hosts and Panelists” or to “Everyone”

  • There is a Q&A where you can ask questions that will be saved for the end of the presentation. (There is also a check box to ask anonymously)
You can still register for the June employee training sessions by clicking here.
Memorial Day



Town offices will be closed on Monday, May 30, 2022,
in observance of Memorial Day.
Do you know a high schooler who is interested in employment with the Town?

Tell them to see us at the Nantucket High School Job Fair on May 12th, 1:30 - 3:30 pm to learn more about the current opportunities and the culture and functions of each Town department.
Town of Nantucket Personnel Changes - April 2022
Department of Public Works
Cesar Gianella
TaKyra Netter
DPW has two new hires. Cesar Gianelle and TaKyra Netter started working for the Town on April 4th. Cesar as a Part-Time TIOLI Attendant and TaKyra as an Office Administrator. Welcome to the team, Cesar and TaKyra!
Richard Moore

Richard has been with the Town since 2009. He was recently promoted from Operations Manager to Deputy DPW Director. Congratulation, Richard!
Peter McColl

Peter was transferred from Sewer Department to DPW on April 25th. His new position is Maintenance Technician. Good luck in your new role, Peter!
Police Department
David Tearse worked as a Lifeguard Supervisor during the 2021 season and has recently accepted a full-time position as the Assistant Harbormaster.
Good luck in your new role, David!
Finance Department
Alice Kellogg was recently promoted to Assistant Procurement Officer within the Finance Department. Congratulation, Alice!
Photo: Alice Kellogg and Antoniya Markova - Finance Department
Trudy Williams started with the Town on April 6th as an Administrative Assistant at Tax Collector’s Office. Welcome, Trudy!
Our Island Home
OIH has two new hires.
Collin Samuels and Rosalee Gordon started working for the Town on April 19th. Collin as a Per Diem RN and Rosalee as a Housekeeper.
Welcome, Collin and Rosalee!
Town Administration
Rick Sears was recently promoted to Assistant Town Manager. Rick has been with the Town since 2020. Good luck in your new role, Rick!
Town Trivia
How many articles are in the 2022 Town Meeting Warrant?
201
53
107
146

April Trivia! DPW staff removes consolidated, bagged ROADSIDE litter on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays! Please call DPW at 508-228-7244 for the special pickup of large items found.

Bike path drop-off locations (look for the signs) are:

  • Milestone Bike Path near Polpis Road
  • Milestone Bike Path at Tom Nevers Road
  • Polpis Bike Path at Don Allen Ford Crosswalk
  • Madaket Bike Path at Eel Point Crosswalk

Visit the Solid Waste Recycling webpage for more information.
Recipe of the Month!

Not able to attend the Nantucket Wine & Food Festival this year? Why not bring it to your home! Find 15 delicious meals to pair with a bottle of wine here.

Quote of the Month

“Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” 

- George Bernard Shaw

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