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COVID-19 Economic Impact Survey

We need your voice!
Please take five minutes to share the impact that COVID-19 has had on your business or organization by filling out the survey (link below).

The purpose of this survey is to gather initial economic information from Nantucket businesses and organizations on the challenges they are facing as a result of the coronavirus/COVID-19 public health emergency. The information gathered from this survey w...

Update on the 2020 Annual Town Meeting

Please see the link below.

Airport Statement: Update on March Traffic Activity

Nantucket Memorial Airport has compiled March aeronautical
activity information for the Fixed Base Operation (FBO). The FBO is the airfield business entity that provides aeronautical services for arriving private aircraft, crew and passengers.

See below full statement.

Revised Press Release N. 13 - REVISED SUPPLEMENTAL AMENDMENT TO EMERGENCY ORDER NO. 1

Today the Board of Health held an emergency meeting to address concerns over Board’s March 30th’s supplemental amendment to the Board’s Emergency Order No. 1 - Temporary Moratorium on all Construction Projects on Nantucket originally issued on 3/18/20.

Press Release N. 12 - Town & County Offices Closed until May 4, 2020

Please click the link below to read press release N. 12.

2020 Census - Take a moment to complete it online

We recognize that our community's health and safety are the most pressing concerns during this unprecedented time, and that communication about public health takes priority. However, the 2020 Census is ongoing - and important for Nantucket's future.

Yesterday, April 1, was "National Census Day", the day we all use as a reference for completing the Census. It’s never been easier to get counted, and to count everyone who lives at your address. You can use your smartphone, tablet, or...

MASSACHUSETTS BUILDING TRADES COUNCIL VOTES UNANIMOUSLY TO CALL FOR A STATEWIDE SUSPENSION OF ALL RE

The Executive Board of the 75,000 member Mass Building Trades Council voted unanimously to call on MA Governor to declare a statewide suspension of all regular activity at construction sites beginning Friday April 3rd and continuing through April 30th.

Press Release N. 11 - Emergency Order N.3 – Stay at Home Supplemental (3/30/20)

In response to communication from Senator Julian Cyr’s office confirming the Town’s local authority relative to the Governor’s Stay at Home Order, the Nantucket Board of Health held an emergency remote participation meeting at 3:00 PM on Monday, 3/3020.

The Board of Health Emergency Order No. 1 and supplemental amendment can be viewed here.

TOWN OF NANTUCKET: STAY AT HOME ORDER

Please be advised that the Nantucket Select Board and the Nantucket Health & Human Services Director with endorsement by the Board of Health have voted to issue a Stay at Home Order (aka “Shelter in Place Order”).

Effective Monday, March 23, 2020 at 5:00 PM through Monday, April 6, 2020 however to be reviewed by the Select Board, Public Health, Nantucket Cottage Hospital and the Incident Command weekly to determine when the Order will be suspended...

Frequently Asked Questions for Nantucket Residents During Covid-19 Outbreak

This list of questions is updating constantly as the Coronavirus Response Team receives information. Please, check regularly the Town of Nantucket website and social media platforms.

Public Work Commencing Municipal Improvement Projects on Various Areas

The Department of Public Works (DPW) will be commencing municipal improvement projects starting on or after October 15, 2019 and continuing through May 31, 2020 or until completed.

Work will include reconstruction of sidewalks, repairs to bridge railing systems, installation of playground equipment, paving of speed tables, and installation of drainage systems.

Work locations include Judith Chase Road, Straight Wharf (at BYBBQ), Washi...

Municipal Water, Sewer and Drainage Work

CC Construction will be commencing municipal water, sewer and drainage work started October 15, 2019 and continuing through May 15, 2020.

Work will include excavation of existing municipal structures within the roadway, installation of new structures within the roadway and full pavement.

Work locations include North Liberty Street from Cliff Road to Lily Street, Intersection of Cliff Road at...