Sign advisory council approves temporary signs and thermometer for Nantucket Saves blood drive

The Historic District Commission Sign Advisory Council approved temporary signage and a fundraising 'thermometer' display for Nantucket Saves’ upcoming Red Cross blood drive after a presentation from Tom Cannon.

Tom Cannon described the scope of the drive and asked for a dozen temporary lawn signs in key intersections plus a thermometer display to track pints donated. He said the drive had strong volunteer support but needed more donors: "We have 200 people 230 people registered. We need a 160 more," he said during his presentation; later in the meeting he repeated appeals for additional sign-ups.

Kathy Flynn, town staff, said she had exchanged emails with town administration about the thermometer’s intended placement on town-owned property and was told no additional town approval was necessary for that location. Commissioners discussed locations and noted that signs placed on private property must have property-owner permission; they also requested the applicant remove signs immediately after the event.

The council approved both the dozen temporary lawn signs and the thermometer. Member Ben Norman emphasized that the temporary signs contained no advertising logos, calling that a positive attribute for the town review. The council asked Tom Cannon to bring the group back for future similar requests if the event will be repeated annually.

Tom Cannon asked board members and the public to sign up to donate blood; the board recorded its approval and thanked him for the effort.