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Consent approvals included the Nantucket Historical Association’s Community Day at Children’s Beach (Aug. 6, expected attendance 500), which staff noted had been approved by Parks & Recreation and was recommended for consent because last year’s event had a smaller expected attendance; the board approved the item by unanimous roll call. The half‑marathon/triathlon scheduled for Oct. 12 (expected attendance ~1,000, a 250‑person increase from the prior year) was approved after the applicant described parking and overflow arrangements.

The board also approved a change in ownership interest and manager for Fishsticks LLC (doing business as Fresh Connect) at 5 Salem Street, moving the beneficial interest and manager status to Charles Merritt. Staff said Merritt has been involved with the location for several years and there had been no problems reported.

Public‑assembly permits approved included the Nantucket Land Bank family picnic on June 8 at The Creek Reserve (off‑site parking and crossing guards were described), the Mariah Mitchell Association’s Stargazer Gala (July 24; 400 ticketed guests at Tom Nevers Field), and a Theater Workshop of Nantucket event (July 30; 500 participants at Bartlett’s Farm). For the Stargazer Gala the board approved the permit after a condition clarifying tent placement and acknowledging concerns raised by the Parks & Recreation manager about a sandy pit where one tent had been proposed; staff and the applicant agreed to coordinate with Parks & Rec to finalize tent layout and parking plans.

Most motions were approved by roll call with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. Staff said Fire, Police and Parks & Recreation had reviewed relevant event plans and would finalize emergency action and parking details before events.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Nantucket Select Board - May 12, 2025 (Licensing & Petitions)","oneSentenceSummary","The Select Board approved a series of consent items and public‑assembly permits at its May 12 Licensing and Petitions hearing, clearing several community events and routine licensing items for the summer season.","taxTitle","Nantucket County, Massachusetts","taxId",61456,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6061753,"Select Board denies pedicab advertising request, citing precedent concerns",484,2518000,3002000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3280897-db53ded80eeabe46203f6696df93e4c5&start=2518&end=3002","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3280897-db53ded80eeabe46203f6696df93e4c5/thumbnail_2518000.jpg","/articles/6061753/Nantucket-County/Massachusetts/Select-Board-denies-pedicab-advertising-request-citing-precedent-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6061753-7308e1f60fe4c0792da31b06549dbb72/orig.mp4?Expires=1770979885&Signature=V50fHnwqpkOaYRLeebWOG5BIpXUlbqUREGZPItSen6NlFjdTQr4Xrr0SLSDdQ~6R9aEdvcViCg5yPtWRdXebxsg77xm7Y9KHT32ORlT-AAWSn~YEq7kF5BDPc7-MaEQLjswLNwH6sni-fvrYLWVCdMsduJELQXO4LBOV18JG9OkfTsViRrZd0w8ngF16HGVW2wWUfEbXvzT-w60-CRs-fNxepo21G6l9ETq97JczMzMqRSgOktearuFrzMrsCSG5gmnkulqzC7q3v7Lkfmo1DEykNumAVEb3Ds3evpJvjMhRSMwyh8w0zSOjZ6SR-kl74uJunVLfiX6XllluwjoBjA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the May 12 Licensing and Petitions hearing the Select Board unanimously denied a request from a licensed pedicab operator to add removable advertising panels and sponsor logos to pedicabs.

The applicant, Michael (owner/operator), asked permission to install removable panels no larger than 36 inches by 12 inches for local sponsors and hotels. Amy (Staff member) told the board that Chapter 316‑2 of the town's pedicab regulations requires board approval for any placards or advertisements on pedicabs and that removable signs are not currently permitted by the code.

Board members concentrated on precedent. Malcolm (Select Board member) said allowing advertising on pedicabs would likely lead to requests for ads on taxis, tour buses and other vehicles. Dawn (Select Board member) called it a “slippery slope,” noting the town recently limited advertising on umbrellas for outdoor dining. Several members said they could see a narrow exception for an identification marking indicating a private hotel’s rented pedicab, but they were not willing to change policy at this time.

Matt (Select Board member) moved to deny the advertising request; Malcolm seconded. By roll call the motion carried with all members voting yes.

Staff advised that if the board later wanted to permit limited identification for pedicabs utilized as an exclusive hotel service, the licensing office could draft design standards and conditions for future consideration. Amy recommended numbering pedicabs for identification and suggested any design or policy change be coordinated with taxi and charter regulations to avoid inconsistent precedent.","The board voted to deny a request from Nantucket pedicab operator to place removable advertising and sponsor logos on pedicabs, citing precedent risks for other transportation modes and the town's regulations.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6061758,"Nantucket board agrees to advance rules for one‑day alcohol pours and a certified art‑gallery program",1576,634000,2210000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3280897-db53ded80eeabe46203f6696df93e4c5&start=634&end=2210","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3280897-db53ded80eeabe46203f6696df93e4c5/thumbnail_634000.jpg","/articles/6061758/Nantucket-County/Massachusetts/Nantucket-board-agrees-to-advance-rules-for-oneday-alcohol-pours-and-a-certified-artgallery-program","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6061758-c3987acdb4a68779320fd4c20474915f/orig.mp4?Expires=1770979885&Signature=imY1Z9NnsZgLAFqJ115l1mY3gIOXpXFT3xo49HniiTEgfv5sL5OiiR-nQIgBXlLGeqGpMlKKUZZOEI5w33Blukf89PqNjpNc046eRytNbBYVIV6dDNetzY9a3ip~4JESdscEwVpqpQBsDXtYtmSFMk9KOr1DEsT71~bt3lmcUmZssXqoEw288FtxeH50Ba1QhVES5g0DraetDYbzIEt~ALRH6FbiY30vcwExStkRILkMdoEogFHzqv9ykssSsmt4vQG~97xFBgh3Ndjqscw6hGO6H-JA8roIjR9xAarNouTgiE03bMJ0ar1BxAP6oSOdeGuE-f-TwwRiYpdykcANsA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At its May 12 Licensing and Petitions hearing, the Select Board signaled support for a proposed policy to regulate one‑day alcohol pouring permits, including a pilot ‘certified art gallery’ program and restrictions on retail ‘sip‑and‑shop’ events.

Board members said the proposal is intended to reduce last‑minute permit requests, improve public‑safety compliance and make permitting more predictable for galleries that hold recurring openings.

Staff presented background and numbers. Amy (Staff member) said Culture and Tourism and licensing staff have processed more than 100 one‑day pouring requests in recent seasons and noted “one‑day licenses are to be issued primarily to applicants sponsoring functions that are not held more than once annually,” citing Chapter 207‑12 of the town regulations. Chantal (Culture & Tourism staff) told the board that, since February 1, culture and tourism had recorded 29 special‑event applications and 62 permits already issued; 83 requested some form of alcohol permitting.

The draft policy discussed by staff would: require inspected, permitted places of assembly for any venue participating in the gallery program; require locked on‑site alcohol storage; keep the current $50 fee for beer‑and‑wine one‑day permits as an interim measure; limit certified galleries to a capped number of events per year (staff suggested up to six as a starting point); and restrict retail businesses from routine one‑day pours except when they participate in organized, multi‑site ‘sip‑and‑shop’ events such as a Chamber‑sponsored crawl.

Chantal said the gallery program aims to reduce repetitive paperwork by letting galleries submit a single annual package with dates and alcohol sources. “Instead of us adding, you know, 72 more one‑day pour permit requests on it, we’re really just dealing with 12,” she said.

Board members raised implementation and resource questions. Tom (Select Board member) asked about minimum lead times for applications to avoid last‑minute staff burdens; staff said 14 days was typical now but recommended moving to 21 or 30 days in future seasons. Matt (Select Board member) and others suggested separate fees for single permits versus multi‑event packaged permits to reflect staff workload. Several members emphasized that the ABCC (Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission) and state law define whomapplies and what counts as a sale or delivery of alcohol.

Several board members supported the art‑gallery pathway but opposed allowing widespread retail pouring. Malcolm (Select Board member) said he had been “very resistant to more regulation” but supported a targeted approach. Joanna (applicant/commenter) — who regularly applies for permits — said a single annual submission would be “easy and streamlined” for event organizers.

The board did not adopt a formal regulation at the meeting, but members indicated consensus to have staff continue developing the program, pursue adjustments to lead‑time requirements and fee structures, and bring any formal regulation changes back through public hearings when ready. Staff also said they would consult the ABCC and other municipalities as they refine the proposal.

Next steps: staff will continue drafting a formal policy and regulatory language, consult the ABCC, refine lead‑time and fee proposals (including a possible move to 30 days), and schedule a public hearing if the board wishes to codify fee or regulatory changes.","At a May 12 licensing hearing the Select Board signaled consensus to formalize one‑day pouring permits, create a streamlined certification for art galleries and limit retail 'sip‑and‑shop' permits while staff develops implementation details and fee proposals.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6061743,"New Nantucket Performing Arts Center cleared for live entertainment; can use one‑day pours while pursuing full liquor license",154,3165000,3319000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3280897-db53ded80eeabe46203f6696df93e4c5&start=3165&end=3319","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3280897-db53ded80eeabe46203f6696df93e4c5/thumbnail_3165000.jpg","/articles/6061743/Nantucket-County/Massachusetts/New-Nantucket-Performing-Arts-Center-cleared-for-live-entertainment-can-use-oneday-pours-while-pursuing-full-liquor-license","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6061743-bfde3d32f9071e4b0df82ad25f3e22ef/orig.mp4?Expires=1770979886&Signature=lIHUNpJIpxjxDUWdQKK~riyOSv-IDDEOxSvmUzcINzH9b95oxZrQPVcd5~jSF6zUsU-Q3iVOMDeG-ADwA8bOgw1cxPG7Jv6o9gyctXH6JS5UJU9KLF6CxQN9Af-CwclMvM36rY3WQUFWPkI-L4mTvF0teFrmKuCsAL3UBhsLD6stXymiSchDFmPx6iu4p-tQCV9LZZ8RBDiTnhoOgABSltTMKyWN5Ax-UXIABN0yc4tAfaAtE7gxCo~4t31TSWhyTt-0UaeA5LsZMIaodJdq5era-mP7C9mQvy3A6v1~oPl24U96ypmCnkyOkP7wC7zaFC4Z2zzrdHzN6RKi9BYd9Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Select Board on May 12 approved a new annual live entertainment license for the group that purchased the former White Heron Theatre and plans to operate it as the Nantucket Performing Arts Center.

Amy (Staff member) said the previous theatre owner had surrendered the former liquor license and that the new organization must apply for a full, annual liquor license as a new license. Because a new full license can take several months to be processed by the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission, staff recommended establishing the venue’s live‑entertainment and place‑of‑assembly status now and allowing the group to apply for one‑day pouring permits for events this season.

Bob Doran (founding board member) told the board the group received keys to the facility about a month earlier and plans to open in late June or early July with productions similar to the prior operation. Amy cautioned that “when you apply for a full liquor license…you’re not allowed to have any one‑day pouring or special events during that time period. That can be a 3 to 4 month time period depending on the ABCC.” Staff therefore recommended applying for one‑day pours in the interim.

The board moved to approve the entertainment license; the motion passed by roll call. Staff and the applicants said they would complete required inspections and proceed with tentative event plans for the season while coordinating any full‑license application in the off season.

Next steps: licensing will schedule inspections and the new Performing Arts Center may submit one‑day pouring applications for events this summer while it pursues a full liquor license in the off season.","The Select Board approved a new annual live entertainment license for the Nantucket Performing Arts Center and staff advised the group they may apply for one‑day pouring permits this season while the full liquor license application proceeds through the ABCC.","actionData","errors"]

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