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Board of Selectmen 6-15-26.mp4
Published: Jun 15, 2026
Water System Updates and Grant Opportunities Highlighted
The town manager provided an update on the water systems, noting that Well #1 is currently undergoing cleaning and is expected to increase its output upon completion. Well #4 is being monitored, with benchmarks planned for this week to assess its capacity. New chemical mixtures are being tested to potentially improve well performance. The town is also exploring grant opportunities for Homeland Security to further outfit the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and for the ambulance service. The manager also mentioned the upcoming start of a new planning assistant and ongoing staffing adjustments due to employee absences.
Board Denies Tax Abatement Request for REDC
The Board of Selectmen considered a request for an abatement of 2025 property taxes for the Rockingham Economic Development Corp. (REDC). REDC paid $16,700 in taxes for 2025 and is seeking a refund, asserting they should be exempt based on charitable status, a claim previously denied by the board. The board discussed that an abatement is a refund for taxes paid and that REDC had not demonstrated charitable or educational purposes that would exempt them under town or state law. Legal counsel had reviewed the matter, and the board voted unanimously to deny the abatement request, as they had done previously. The board also noted that REDC had not filed the necessary paperwork for 2026 and had not sought a pilot agreement.
Board Approves $87,000 for Pond Road Culvert Replacement
The Board of Selectmen approved an expenditure of $87,000 for the Pond Road culvert replacement project. The funds will be drawn from the Capital Reserve Fund (CRF) and allocated to RB Services. This decision follows Stacy Grolla, DPW Director, securing the necessary permits herself, which negated some engineering costs and saved the town money compared to initial estimates. The project is expected to be completed within the next two weeks. Paving is not included in this cost and will be addressed later, potentially funded by the street fund. The original design plans date back to 2019, and the state approved the permit based on these plans.
Board Approves $86,436 for New Summer Camp Van
The Board of Selectmen approved a Capital Reserve Fund (CRF) request of $86,436 for the purchase of a new van for the summer camp program. Michelle, the program director, highlighted the need for a new vehicle, citing the high cost of chartering buses and the inability of seniors to use older, less accessible vans. The new van will accommodate seniors and children, featuring a full aisle and comfortable seating. The purchase is considered a long-term investment that will pay for itself through program fees and maintenance funds, not impacting taxpayers directly. The board voted 4-1 to approve the request, with some discussion on the model year (2023 vs. 2024) and features like rear cargo storage. The van's registration and insurance will be covered under the town's existing policies.
Details Revealed for Upcoming 4th of July Celebration and Events
The Board of Selectmen discussed the upcoming 4th of July celebration and related events. The town is participating in the 4th of July parade, followed by a week of events. On Wednesday, July 8th, a colonial muster with musket and cannon demonstrations will be held at the common. On Thursday, July 9th, Tucker Lodge will host an open house from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the public to learn about the lodge's activities. Information about the full schedule is available via QR codes around town and in the town paper. The board also discussed ensuring proper communication with the fire chief regarding the musket and cannon demonstrations.
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