The board discussed several items, including public concerns regarding driveway permits and property access, and held a public hearing to approve a 10-year cable franchise agreement with Breezeline. Operational updates were provided for the police department, including staffing and updated job descriptions, and the public works department, which received authorization for truck repairs and reported on road salt costs. The board also addressed tree maintenance on Bean Hill Road and reviewed the status of various unfinished projects, such as cemetery cleanup, capital road improvements, building repairs, and the sale of a surplus police cruiser. Finally, the board conducted a non-public session before adjourning.
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The Board of Selectmen discussed updates from the Fire Chief regarding EMS operations, personnel, and plans for the new fire station project, including architectural design and funding strategies. The Police Department reported on budget preparations and the impact of a county cyberattack. Public Works and Administration provided status reports on vehicle maintenance, community events, personnel policy updates, and various ongoing projects such as website domain transitions, road improvements, and surplus property auctions.
Aug 18, 2026·Board meeting
Board Of Selectmen Meeting Minutes
The Board of Selectmen discussed legislative updates regarding the financial relationship between the Spaulding Youth Center and the Winnisquam Regional School District, and reviewed public concerns regarding grand jury investigatory powers. Key actions included the opening and acceptance of bids for three town-owned properties. Departmental reports provided updates on police department facility and equipment operations, and public works activities including road crack sealing and pond beach restoration. Additional topics included GIS mapping system updates, cemetery maintenance, capital road project progress, building repair schedules, and the transition of the town's website to a .gov domain.
Aug 4, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Selectmen Meeting Minutes
The Board of Selectmen discussed a range of municipal updates. Topics included operations for the Police Department, ongoing crack sealing by the Public Works department, and various administrative matters such as the Parks Concert Series, a cemetery plot buy-back, and a facility fee waiver. The Board also addressed the return of funds from the sale of the Elm Street property, progress on building door repairs, the town website's domain transition, and the relocation of the Southwick Cart. Additionally, the Board reviewed vandalism at Glines Park and coordinated on capital road project safety concerns.
