The veteran selectman will not appear on the ballot next week after 25 years in office. Elected leaders say he takes with him a wealth of knowledge.
The outdoor music festival proposed for this summer in Vineyard Haven received some skepticism from selectmen at their regular meeting Tuesday night.
Tisbury selectmen considered use of town docks by commercial mariners at their regular meeting Tuesday evening.
Dockage fees at Owen Park pier and fees for town moorings will go up in Tisbury, selectmen decided Tuesday night. Harbor master John Crocker recommended the increases during a public hearing.
Incumbent selectman and board chairman Tristan Israel has confirmed that he will not seek reelection in April after more than two decades of public service. Two businessmen have entered the race.