so more residents can buy homes and put down roots

“Because I wanted to buy a nonconforming property, there was no chance of getting a loan from a bank. Without private backing, I couldn’t even make an offer. I got a great deal and I’m slowly making it a legitimate house. I’ll have no trouble paying back my loan.”

– Andy Nigretto, fifth generation islander, is co-owner of Sticks and Stones Outdoor Services and competes professionally in Mixed Martial Arts