Environmental & Sustainability Programs

The Environmental and Sustainability Program at ACK has four separate (but related) projects. Learn more about these projects.

Ticks on Nantucket Video

View a video from Dan Driscoll about Ticks on Nantucket. Available through Vimeo.

Live Streaming Video

Find out how to live stream Town meetings from your TV, computer, mobile phone, or tablet

Airport Master Plan

The Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) plays a key role in Nantucket’s economic vitality. Review the master plan for the Nantucket Memorial Airport.

Beaches & Parks

Nantucket boasts many beautiful beaches and parks for all to enjoy! Learn more about our beaches and parks and review various policies.

Bike Paths

Nantucket has over 33 miles of bike paths for your biking pleasure. All of these paths are separate from adjacent roads and allow you to see most of the island.

Flight Cancelled?

When flights are cancelled due to weather, travelers can use other transportation alternatives or book overnight accommodations.

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.

Press Release N. 10 - Joint Petition to Mass Gov. from Nantucket and Marthas Vineyard

On 3/25/20, the Select Board signed a letter, also signed by the 6 towns on Martha’s Vineyard, requesting Governor to exempt the Islands from application of his 03/23/20 Order designating construction & landscaping services as essential businesses.

We maintain that particular circumstances applicable to the Islands render such businesses non-essential services on the Islands; in fact, it is the position of Town and of the six Martha’s Vineyard towns that signed the order, that such operati...

NANTUCKET SENIOR MEAL DELIVERY PROGRAM

In partnership with or, The Whale/Sandbar at Jetties Beach, the Town of Nantucket Health & Human Services Department is excited to announce a new, no-cost meal delivery program for senior citizens in response to need created during the Covid-19 outbreak.

This program is operational from Monday, March 23, 2020 through at least April 10, 2020 with a possibility of extension.

Nantucket residents over the age of 60 who are living at home and are not already receiving meal delivery through Meals on Wheels&t...

Nantucket Cottage Hospital confirms the first positive case of the Covid-19 virus on Nantucket

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...

EMERGENCY ORDER No. 1 Temporary Moratorium on all construction projects on Nantucket

In consideration of the State of Emergency declared in the Town of Nantucket, upon the recommendation of Emergency Management and Public Health Officials, and the need to protect the health of the inhabitants of the Town of Nantucket[READ EMERGENCY ORDER]

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.

It's Census Time - Ways to Respond while Social Distancing

Stay healthy and get counted - respond to the 2020 Census from the comfort of your home. There are 10 basic questions - and it's safe, easy, and important.

Individual Census data is protected by federal law, and the statistics that are based on the data are used to allocate federal funds to support Nantucket’s schools, health care, food assistance, emergency services, senior programs, and more. Fun...

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...

Beach Vehicle Permits

Find more information regarding beach vehicle permit access and see what fees apply.

Community Programs

See what programs are available through the Police department in Nantucket.

Inter-Agency

The Nantucket Police Department works closely with with other agencies on and off island.

Milestone Road Safety & Accessibility Improvements

Permit Applications

Access various sewer permit applications.

Our Mission

Our mission is to protect public health and the environment for our communities by providing high-quality wastewater treatment services in an effective, efficient, and responsive manner.

Illegal Dumping

Illegal dumping is a crime. Only rain down the drain in Nantucket.