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Posted on: June 5, 2023

40th Pole Closed to Vehicles

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Due to the presence of State and Federally protected species, and to maintain compliance with state and federal guidelines, all vehicle accesses (#45, #45A, and #46) to 40th Pole are closed to vehicle traffic.

The beach is still open to pedestrians and we ask for beach goers to remain outside the symbolic fencing and to keep pets leashed.

The reopening date for vehicles is unknown at this time; it is dependent on the presence of the protected species. The site i...

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Sign up for Beach closure/Protected Species update New & Noteworthy
Posted on: June 2, 2023

Nantucket Coastal Conference & Nantucket and Madaket Harbors Plan Meeting

Nantucket Harbor

JUNE 5, 6:00PM- 8:00PM - Nantucket and Madaket Harbors Action Plan Update Meeting

Join the Natural Resources Department at the Nantucket Hotel (77 Easton Street) for an interactive public meeting on the Nantucket and Madaket Harbors Action Plan! After a sh...

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Posted on: June 2, 2023

Nantucket PowerChoice

Nantucket PowerChoice 2023

An updated electricity generation disclosure label is available for the Town's electricity program, Nantucket PowerChoice.

This document includes details about the electricity supplied through the program, including sources and associated emissions, as well as other information.

See more here. New & Noteworthy
Posted on: May 23, 2023

2023 Annual Town Election Results

Vote!

We're proud to announce the results of the 2023 Annual Town Election held today at Nantucket High School! Congratulations to all the elected officials and thank you to everyone who came out to vote!

SEE RESULTS HERE New & Noteworthy
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Protected Species - Eel Point Access (Vehicle Access #47) Closed to Traffic

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Due to the presence of State and Federally protected species and to maintain compliance with State and Federal Guidelines Beach Vehicle Access #47 is closed to traffic.

The access is still open to pedestrians and we ask for any beach goer to remain outside the symbolic fencing and to keep any pets leashed.  The site is monitored on a daily basis in an effort to minimize any restrictions in this area.

Reminder: Sm...

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Protected Species webpage New & Noteworthy
Posted on: May 17, 2023

Police Chief Search: Your Voice Matters!

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Understanding the importance of public input, the Town of Nantucket invites community members and stakeholders to actively participate in providing feedback on what the community wants to see in a new Police Chief by responding to a brief survey.

The Nantucket Police Department, an organization dedicated to serving all individuals within the Town and County of Nantucket with respect, fairness, and compassion, is preparing for the forthcoming retirement of Police Chief William Pittman after 18 year...

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TAKE THE SURVEY! New & Noteworthy
Posted on: May 16, 2023

ALERT: Smith's Point Closed to Vehicle Traffic

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Due to the presence of State and Federally protected species, and to maintain compliance with state and federal guidelines, Smith’s Point will be closed to vehicle traffic this morning.

The beach is still open to pedestrians and we ask for beach goers to remain outside the symbolic fencing and to keep pets leashed.

The reopening date for vehicles is unknown at this time; it is dependent on the presence of the protected species. The site w...

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Island Birds & Efforts To Protect Their Habitat New & Noteworthy

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