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Nov 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Facilities Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed agenda setting and meeting frequency, agreeing on quarterly meetings and co-creation of the agenda. Parent inquiries should be directed to the building Principal. Project updates included the New Franklin Construction Project, with tennis court repairs and repainting scheduled. The FY27-FY32 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) was reviewed, detailing planned projects and funding sources. Security upgrades were discussed, including improved camera accessibility, and the committee will apply for additional Homeland Security Grant funding.
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The Board of Adjustment meeting agenda covered several property requests for variances and special exceptions, including construction projects, fence installations, and signage variances. Items from the agenda were split between the meeting on October 20, 2026, and a follow-up meeting on October 27, 2026. The document also includes minutes from a previous meeting held on September 15, 2026, where the Board discussed property access issues, requests for variance postponements, and an administrative appeal regarding the classification of an art studio, which the Board ultimately voted to deny.
Oct 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City Of Portsmouth Trees And Public Greenery Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee held an extensive session focused on several tree removal requests across the city. Decisions were made regarding requests for Ledgewood Drive, 86 Thornton Street, 213 South Street, 99 Boyd Road, 400 Colonial Drive, 15 Woodworth Avenue, 122 Thaxter Road, 17 Thaxter Road, and Langdon Park. Some requests were denied, others approved for removal, and some were tabled or modified to include pruning and monitoring instead of removal. The committee also received updates on previous removals and discussed the 2027 tree planting initiative, the upcoming holiday tree installation, and the need to define exigent circumstances within the Urban Forestry Ordinance.
Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Portsmouth Fire Department Board of Fire Commissioners Monthly Meeting
The board discussed fire and EMS response statistics, budget projections, and overtime analysis. Staff reports detailed facilities updates, equipment maintenance, and fire prevention activity. Personnel matters, including promotions and probationary recognitions, were addressed. The board reviewed operational complaints and proposals for live-streaming future meetings. A memorandum of agreement regarding salary step placement for a lieutenant was noted.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
