The most wonderful time of the year is around the corner, and there are a lot of expectations around the holidays. December brings holiday stress, but finding support is more convenient than ever. With the Town of Nantucket employee assistance program, professional therapy is available anytime, anywhere, through a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Log in (code NANTUCKET), select 'Request Counseling', then select 'Online'. Complete registration and get matched with a therapist!

To register, visit eap.nbdh.com (code: NANTUCKET), scroll down to the Check Out Our Webinars, click Register for Live Webinars and choose your session.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an Employee Appreciation Dinner at VFW on November 17th! We hope you enjoyed it!

DPW:

Allison Rice joined the Town this November as the HR Generalist. Prior to relocating to Nantucket, Allison was a 5-6 grade teacher in Dover, MA, and most recently worked at the Nantucket Boys & Girls Club as their HR liaison. Welcome to the team, Allison!

Vincent Murphy transferred from the Coastal Resilience Coordinator to the Sustainability Program Manager position! Vince has worked for the Town in NRD since 2018. Developing and implementing the Coastal Resilience Plan has been his main

focus to date. Vince has lived on Island for 7 years with his wife and 3 kids.

This November we welcomed the full-time Cook at Our Island Home - Carlos Gonzales Nazario. When not preparing hearty meals for OIH residents, Carlos works as a Private Chef, Surf Instructor, and Music Producer.

Ruth Tonico is the new Per Diem RN at Our Island Home! Born in Florida, she is the true Southern Belle. She's been on Nantucket for 6 years, a wash ashore local who loves Nantucket, traveling, learning new cultures, and spending time with her husband.

Fiona Johnson transferred from the Receptionist/Customer Service role at Nantucket Memorial Airport to the Admin Specialist role at PLUS. Fiona has been working for the Town since 2020. Good luck in your new role, Fiona!

Jeffrey Morash returned to PLUS as the Per Diem Building Inspector! Welcome back, Jeff!

Ian Lewis transferred from the Laborer position at DPW to the Collections Technician position at Sewer Department. Ian has been working for the Town since 2019. Good luck in your new role, Ian!

Justin Beal joined the Sewer Department team this November as the Collections Technician. Welcome, Justin!

November Trivia! The 2022 State Election and Special Town Election took place on November 8th at Nantucket High School. For the Special Town Election results, click here.

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