The commissioners reviewed and approved several budget transfers across county departments, including the nursing hospital, finance, and department of corrections. A primary focus was the feasibility study regarding the potential relocation or renovation of the Coös County Nursing Hospital, evaluating four specific sites and addressing code compliance, infrastructure needs, and project costs. Operational reports were received from the Sheriff, Superintendent of Corrections, and Nursing Home Administrators, covering inmate populations, staffing challenges, and grant-funded facility improvements. Additionally, the board approved food pantry funding, ratified building permits for unincorporated places, and reviewed updates on county property management and health insurance rebates.
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The board meeting covered several operational and financial matters for the county. The commissioners approved various budget transfers across several county departments, including the nursing hospital, nursing home, corrections, and the sheriff's office. Key reports were received from department heads regarding county administration, correctional facilities, and nursing homes, highlighting staffing, population statistics, grant applications, and ongoing infrastructure projects such as the nursing home elevator installation. The board also addressed fuel and propane bid approvals, reviewed financial reports, discussed cybersecurity measures, and held executive sessions regarding non-public matters. A public hearing segment addressed questions regarding the future and potential site viability for nursing home healthcare services.
Aug 12, 2026·Board meeting
Coös County Commissioners Meeting
The Commissioners addressed several operational and financial matters, including the adoption of the Coös County Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026 and discussions on the Rural Health Transformation and Go-North programs. Key business included receiving reports from department heads, such as the Sheriff’s Department and nursing facilities, approval of various budget transfers across county departments, ratification of building permits for unincorporated places, and authorization for the renewal of the Legislative Solutions contract. Additionally, the Board approved a new Public Comment Policy and conducted a non-public session under RSA 91-A:3, II(g).
Jul 20, 2026·Board meeting
Coös County Delegation Quarterly Meeting
The delegation discussed the ongoing process regarding the Coös County Nursing Home project, specifically addressing the status of the Colebrook Academy site, the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process for architectural and engineering services, and the potential for federal funding via Rural Healthcare Transformation Grants. Public comments were received regarding the potential relocation of the nursing home and petitions were presented by local residents advocating for the maintenance of the existing West Stewartstown facility. Additionally, the delegation reviewed and approved the second-quarter financial statements for Coös County and the Unincorporated Places.
