What’s one thing that most people don’t know about you?

I’ve done several theatrical plays on Nantucket with a starring role in Of Mice and Men. I enjoy singing, even though I can’t. I went to the Art Institute of Seattle for music and video production and promotion. But most importantly, I am a die-hard blues fan.

What’s the most fun or interesting part of working with the DPW?

Being involved in the day-to-day operations of the town. It’s humbling being a small part of a system that affects Nantucket’s future history.

As head of the DPW, you really know the inner workings of the island. What would most people be surprised to learn about how the island operates from your unique perspective?

What surprises most people when they get involved with the DPW is the almost overwhelming amount of responsibility of scheduled work this department is able to accomplish, along with the unforeseen, with only a modest-sized crew. If we had fifty people working here, we could keep them busy year-round.

What’s your favorite Nantucket pastime or tradition?

It may seem simple, but my favorite pastime is winding down at some local restaurants or bars or the VFW, surrounded by close friends and new acquaintances.

 If you could bring one thing different to Nantucket from somewhere else in the country, what would it be?

A good blues bar with Southern cuisine.

What’s one of the hidden secrets to Nantucket that most visitors don’t know about?

Driving along one of the many back roads and paths around the island, including the Moors and Madequecham.