Town Of Henniker Selectmen & Sewer Commissioners Meeting
The meeting agenda included several key items for discussion and potential action. New business featured a request for an extension and additional funding ($70,000) for the ARPA grant related to the Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade, a first reading of the proposed Selectmen Policy III.17 concerning the Recreation Revolving Fund, setting the schedule for the Town/School Election Day on March 10, and assigning speakers for the Town Meeting Warrant Articles on March 14. Business continued regarding tabled items, including the Recreation Revolving Fund Policy, an energy/SAU cooperative agreement, and the Riverfront Parking Ordinance. A separate appointment section addressed the appointment of Kevin Gardinier as Conservation Commission Alternate, with tenure stipulated until September 1, 2028.
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The meeting included the approval of the Consent Agenda and addressed several new business items. Key discussions involved the River Road reconstruction requiring engineering design and USACE approval, with authorization granted to utilize KV Partners. The Board also moved to adopt the Henniker Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). A public hearing was held regarding the 2026 Warrant and Budget Presentation, during which the Board recommended Article 5 for general municipal operations and discussed an increase in the Cogswell Spring Water Works hydrant rental fee. Recommendations were also made on articles pertaining to the Tucker Free Library appropriation, Wastewater Operating Budget, Cogswell Water Works Operating Budget, appointments of agents for various Capital Reserve Funds, modification of the Police Equipment Expendable Trust Fund purpose, establishment of a Police Special Detail Revolving Fund, and the adoption of a Municipal Transportation Improvement Fee. Furthermore, appropriations to Capital Reserve Funds and Expendable Trust Funds were discussed, along with funding for a Wastewater Upgrade Project, the purchase of a CAT Compact Loader, construction of a Highway equipment shelter, a Main Street Crosswalk, support for the Granite Visiting Nurse Association, and the establishment of a Community Services and Care Planning Board. The Board also considered a property tax credit modification for service-connected total disability and a property tax exemption for commercial/industrial properties. A motion to establish a social district failed, and a motion to prohibit games of chance passed. Certain business items were postponed, and the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting were approved.
Dec 11, 2025·Board meeting
Capital Improvement Plan Committee Minutes
The committee met with the Fire Chief and Rescue Chief to discuss vehicle replacement schedules and capital improvement projects, including air pack replacements. They reviewed the vehicle replacement schedule, wildfire prevention efforts with dry hydrants, and the Rescue Department's vehicle replacement cycle. The discussion covered the ambulance re-box project, potential cost savings from converting from diesel to gas, and rust protection measures. Building maintenance needs, such as window and AC unit replacements, were also reviewed, with a focus on potential cost savings through a mini-split system installation and energy-efficient windows. The meeting concluded with a discussion on the Capital Improvement Plan Expendable Trust Fund (CIP ETF) accounts and fund investments, as well as outstanding CIP responses from departments.
Jun 17, 2025·Strategic plan
Town of Henniker Hazard Mitigation Plan 2030
The strategic plan focuses on reducing the risk of injury and loss of life, and potential damage to public and private property, infrastructure, critical facilities, historic resources, and the natural environment from natural hazards, severe weather, disasters, and human and technological hazards. It aims to enhance communication, public outreach, educational programs, and enforcement activities to protect the community from these impacts.
