Ed Tinker

The meeting included various consent items, such as tax warrants, elderly and veteran tax exemptions, cemetery deeds, and entertainment and raffle permits. Appointments were held with town officials, including the Tax Collector regarding tax deeding, the Cable Advisory Committee chair, the Director of Public Works covering vehicle purchase waivers and project funding, the Police Chief for a quarterly report, and a driveway permit review. Other agenda topics included the development of guidance for the 2027 budget and the review of an entertainment license for the L Street Tavern.

The board discussed public comments regarding trash collection policies, reviewed a request for a private connection to the town drainage system, and received updates from the Fire Department, including the launch of the Project Good Morning program and equipment purchases. The board explored the implementation of an RSA 79-E office conversion zone, reviewed financial reports for March, and deliberated on a proposed update to the municipal fee schedule. Additionally, the board approved an E-911 addressing committee, finalized a bond release for Silvergrass Condo, and authorized the Town Manager to enter into contracts for a household hazardous waste grant.

The Commission received a project update regarding 931 Ocean Boulevard and granted unanimous approval for updated project review guidelines. Legislative updates were discussed, specifically regarding bills concerning state parking fees, beach smoking prohibitions, and parking fee exemptions for veterans. Members held a discussion regarding the Master Plan Input Committee and determined the process for selecting and submitting priority recommendations. Furthermore, the Commission addressed website management and maintenance, as well as operational concerns regarding beach trash collection.

The meeting included various administrative and community agenda items. Key topics addressed were tax and sewer abatements, a donation to Parks and Recreation, and the issuance of several entertainment, parade, and public gathering licenses. Appointments were made for Library Trustees and the Trustee of the Trust Funds. Presentations were held regarding housing achievements, coastal resilience, and municipal trash operations. The Town Manager provided updates on the default budget, a solar project, and a BTLA order. Additionally, discussions were held on municipal fee modifications, the implementation of a new purchasing policy, transportation fee implementation, and the development guidance for the 2027 budget.

The Select Board addressed several key issues, including public comments regarding trash collection policies, a property owner's request to connect a private drainage system to the town drain, and a report from the Fire Department featuring the launch of the Project Good Morning community program for seniors and updates on emergency equipment purchases and staffing. Additionally, the Board discussed the implementation of the RSA 79-E:4-d Office Conversion Zone program, reviewed March financial performance, and considered adjustments to various municipal fees. The Board also established an E-911 Addressing Committee, approved the release of a final bond for a condominium project, and authorized the Town Manager to execute contracts related to a household hazardous waste grant.