The Nantucket Conservation Commission convened on May 8, 2025, to address a time-sensitive request regarding excavation materials from 64 Baxter Road. The discussion centered on the proposal to utilize approximately 3,000 to 4,000 cubic yards of sand excavated from the site, which is set to be moved imminently. The request was made to allow the sand to be transported directly to the geotube area for mitigation purposes, rather than relocating it to a sand storage site as has been done in previous projects.

The commission was informed that the material on-site must be dealt with by May 11, or it would be lost. The representatives from SVPF, the project proponents, emphasized the compatibility of the sand with existing materials, citing grain size analysis and other characteristics. However, the commission noted that their criteria for compatibility extend beyond grain size, including factors such as color, angularity, and potential contamination.

Attorney Nylin, representing the project, described the request as a "friendly enforcement order," asserting that the sand is compatible and beneficial for the project. He highlighted the urgency of the situation, indicating that the contractor had agreed to hold off on excavation until the commission could make a decision.

Commission members expressed the need for additional documentation to support the compatibility claims, including Munsell color information and accurate volume measurements of the sand to be placed. They emphasized the importance of monitoring the sand placement and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.

The meeting concluded with a consensus on the necessity of further information before proceeding. The commission plans to review the additional data and make a decision on the request in a timely manner to avoid losing the excavated material. The urgency of the situation was acknowledged, with the commission aiming to balance environmental considerations with the immediate needs of the project.