Hampstead public meetings in 2023

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is meeting to consider encumbering funds for several town projects, including carpet tiles for the Town Office, recycling and waste disposal, stormwater management at the Middle School, pipeline services, and a survey for culvert work. The board will also hear a CIP update from Department Head Kim Colbert and call for candidates to fill vacancies on various town committees.

• Encumber $18,000 for Town Office carpet tiles from Triform
• Encumber $6,000 for recycling and waste disposal
• Encumber $16,500 for stormwater management BMP at Middle School
• Encumber $3,000 for Easter Pipeline Services
• Encumber $4,000 for Steve Keach survey for culvert work

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is holding a workshop to finalize wording for two 2024 zoning articles. Article #1 addresses flood hazard provisions to comply with the National Flood Insurance Program, and Article #2 would delete existing sections on multiple-unit dwellings and elderly housing, replacing them with a combined 'Elderly & Multi-Family Housing' section. The board will also review minutes from a December 4 public hearing and handle correspondence.

• Finalize wording for Article #2: Elderly & Multi-Family Housing
• Article #1: amend flood hazard sections for National Flood Insurance Program compliance
• Article #2: delete Part IV-1 (Multiple Unit Dwelling Structures) and Part IV-10 (Elderly Housing), replace with amended Part IV-1
• Review minutes from 12/4/2023 public hearing

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings to accept over $895,000 in grants and gifts, including a $330,000 cell tower sale, plus a hearing to accept Brady Lane. They will also review draft warrant articles, final operating budgets, and discuss a management analysis. Old business includes holiday pay for the Fire Department and signing a union agreement.

• Public hearing to accept $330,000 from sale of cell tower
• Public hearing to accept $170,612.94 (2022) and $58,079.53 (2023) highway block grants
• Public hearing to accept $200,000 Congressional Spending (EMPG) grant
• Public hearing to accept $37,587.61 AFG grant for Fire Department
• Public hearing to accept Brady Lane

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss an accessory dwelling unit at 32 Page Lane and review status updates for properties on Cameron Court and Central Street. The meeting also includes discussions on proposed zoning ordinance changes and several bond releases.

• Accessory Dwelling Unit at 32 Page Lane
• 30-day extension request for 200 Central Street
• Bond release for Map 16 Lot 025, Hadley Road
• Bond release for Map 17 Lot 051, Merryfield Lane Extension
• Bond reduction for Map 18 Lot 005, 45 Danville Road

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board made several decisions, including granting a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 32 Page Lane and approving bond releases for subdivisions. The board also voted to move forward with proposed zoning ordinance changes regarding multi-unit dwelling and elderly housing. The next public hearing is scheduled for January 2, 2024.

• Granted conditional use permit for accessory dwelling unit at Map 2 Lot 144, 32 Page Lane
• Voted to release bond/Letter of Credit for subdivision at Map 16 Lot 025, Hadley Road
• Voted to release remainder of bond for subdivision at Map 17 Lot 051, Merryfield Lane Extension
• Voted to reduce bond to $6,600 for Map 18 Lot 005, 45 Danville Road
• Voted to move forward with zoning ordinance changes for multi-unit dwelling and elderly housing

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is meeting to discuss a social media policy, receive reports from department heads and committees, and consider appointments to various town boards and committees. The agenda also includes public comment periods and announcements about waste oil collection at the Town Garage.

• Discussion of Social Media Policy
• Overtime report from DPW's Jim Lavacchia
• Budget Committee and CIP report from Bob Weimer
• Call for candidates for multiple committees including Stormwater Management, ZBA alternates, and Budget Committee
• Waste oil collection at Town Garage on 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 8 AM to 1 PM

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is holding a workshop to review proposed updates to roadway specifications and zoning ordinance changes. The board will also review minutes from a November 6 public hearing, discuss correspondence, set the 2024 meeting schedule, and call for candidates for the March 2024 election.

• Review of regulation update proposals for roadway specifications
• Review of zoning ordinance proposals
• Review of minutes from 11/6/2023 public hearing
• Discussion of 2024 meeting schedule
• Call for candidates for March 2024 election

Conservation Commission

There is no agenda provided for this Conservation Commission meeting. Residents are directed to review the meeting minutes instead.

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen will discuss the new tax rate of $25.44, hear department head overtime reports, and make appointments to the JLMC. The agenda also includes calls for candidates for various town committees and boards.

• Discussion of new tax rate of $25.44
• Overtime report from DPW's J. Lavacchia
• Appointments: Emily Wentworth and Jim Lavacchia to JLMC
• Call for candidates for Stormwater Management Committee, ZBA alternates, and other boards
• Non-public session for employee matters and negotiations

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on November 6, 2023, to discuss new business including a 2-lot subdivision at 60 Marilyn Park Drive, a lot line adjustment on East Road, a bond reduction for Brady Lane Subdivision, and a bond release for Route 111 Auto Sales. Old business includes a possible extension for the Cameron Commons conditional approval, which expires that day. The board will also discuss a request for qualifications (RFQ) for a Town Engineer and consider a recommendation for a Transportation Advisory Committee member.

• Map 14 Lot 161 (60 Marilyn Park Drive) – 2-lot subdivision
• Map 15 Lots 15 & 35 (442 & 450 East Road) – lot line adjustment
• Map 14 Lot 102 (Brady Lane Subdivision) – bond reduction
• Map 12 Lot 015 & 015-4 (Route 111 Auto Sales) – bond release
• Cameron Commons conditional approval expires 11/6/2023 – extension requested

Board of Selectmen

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Hampstead Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Nov. 1, 2023, to consider two special exception requests and discuss matters with the Chief Building Inspector. The board will review Christine Murray's request for a rehearing of a prior decision regarding a structure on a non-conforming lot, and Patrick Dalleva's request to permit six rental contractors' offices.

• Rehearing request by Christine Murray re: Scott and Beth Spicer special exception for alteration/enlargement of structure on non-conforming lot, 24 Shore Dr., Recreational Zone, Map 8B Parcel 10
• Special exception request by Patrick Dalleva for six rental contractors' offices, property owned by Sumner F Kalman, 9 Commerce Park Dr., E. Hampstead, C-1 Zone, Map 18 Parcel 157
• Discussion with Chief Building Inspector

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen will open engineering bids, discuss the Quail Run project, and review the 2024 administration budget presentation. They will also discuss Croy Path and snowplow contracts, and consider appointments to several town committees.

• Open engineering bids
• Quail Run discussion
• 2024 Administration Budget presentation
• Energy wholesale supplier agreement
• Update on snowplow contracts

Conservation Commission

The Hampstead Conservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, discussing the 2024 budget, and reviewing a BSA project. The agenda also includes a non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II for real estate matters, followed by visitor comments and adjournment to November 15.

• 2024 budget discussion
• BSA project review
• Non-public session on real estate (RSA 91A:3 II)
• Adjourn to 11/15/2023 at Jamison's

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss several site-specific items, including a landscape plan for Route 111 Auto Sales, a bond release at 10 Miners Way, and birch tree removal at Blue Bird Self-Storage. The board will also hold a Q&A on an engineering RFQ, discuss regulation updates and the 2024 budget, and review correspondence including wetland permit notifications.

• Map 12-015 and 12-015-04 Route 111 Auto Sales – landscape discussion
• Engineering RFQ Question & Answer Session
• Map 12 Lot 069 – 10 Miners Way – Bond Release
• Blue Bird Self-Storage – Birch tree removal discussion
• 2024 Budget Discussion

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is meeting to receive 2024 budget presentations from department heads. The agenda also includes public comments, liaison reports, and a non-public session to discuss hiring. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• 2024 Budget Presentations by Department Heads
• Non-public session under RSA 91-A:3 II (b) for hiring
• Public announcements on waste oil collection and Transfer Station hours

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen will discuss a snow plowing/treatment contract and an ambulance contract, and hear a presentation on the Regional Planning Commission. The agenda also includes appointments to various town committees and boards.

• Snow plowing/treatment contract discussion
• Ambulance contract discussion
• Croy Path discussion
• FSA disbursement
• Appointments to Stormwater Management, ZBA, and other committees

Conservation Commission

The Hampstead Conservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, discussing real estate items, and planning for 2024 warrant articles and budget. The agenda also includes possible discussions on bridge work, trails, and fields, as well as updates on the Erin trail and mushrooms. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed in the agenda.

• Discussion of 2024 warrant articles
• Budget 2024 discussion
• Real estate items
• Possible bridge work, trails, and fields topics
• Erin trail stories and mushrooms updates

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss potential updates to local regulations, including clarifying definitions for secondary access and dead-end roads, adding requirements for elderly housing, and incorporating stormwater and landscape regulation updates. The board will also hear updates on state housing density regulations, the Rockingham Planning Commission, and NHDOT's 10-year capital plan, including a possible letter of support for the Depot/121 intersection. This is a working session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Clarify definition of secondary access and dead-end road requirements
• Add requirements to elderly housing (e.g., activity center)
• Update stormwater regulations (check with Paul Carideo)
• State of NH regulation update on increasing housing density
• NHDOT 10-year capital plan: letter of support for Depot/121 intersection

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen will hold a regular meeting with a non-public session on employee matters, followed by public announcements, department head reports, and new business. The main action item is opening fuel bids for the Town and School District. The board will also hear a library maintenance update and receive liaison reports, and will call for candidates to fill vacancies on several committees.

• Open fuel bids for the Town and School District
• Library maintenance update by Joe Guthrie
• Call for candidates: Stormwater Management Committee (1), ZBA alternates, Exploratory Committee for Community Center, Capital Improvements Committee, Ethics Commission (1), Communications Committee (2), Friends of Ordway Park, Budget Committee (3)
• Non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II (a) for employee matters

The Board of Selectmen approved a fuel contract with Palmer Gas and authorized the use of ARPA funds for library gutter installation. The Board also voted to reimburse employees for FSA overages and approved the upcoming budget schedule.

• Approved fuel bid from Palmer Gas for 2023-2024 heating season (4-0-0)
• Authorized $17,500 in ARPA funds for library gutters for 2024 (4-0-0)
• Approved refund of $1,817.15 in FSA overages to employees, minus $165 for program costs (4-0-0)
• Approved budget schedule with deliberative session moved from Friday to Thursday, pending school verification (4-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from August 14, 2023 (4-0-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Hampstead Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two requests: a variance for a garage setback at 108 Wash Pond Rd. (continued from August) and a special exception to enlarge a structure on a non-conforming lot at 24 Shore Dr. The board will also have a discussion with the Chief Building Inspector.

• Variance request by Robert Green for garage rear setback at 108 Wash Pond Rd., Map 9 Parcel 11, Recreational Zone (continued from August)
• Special Exception request by Scott and Beth Spicer to alter/enlarge structure on non-conforming lot at 24 Shore Dr., Map 8B Parcel 10, Recreational Zone
• Discussion with Chief Building Inspector

The Board of Adjustment approved a Special Exception for the alteration and enlargement of a dwelling on a non-conforming lot. A separate variance request for a garage was denied because the applicant did not attend.

• Approved Special Exception for house alteration and enlargement at 28 Shore Drive (4-1)
• Denied variance for garage construction at 108 Wash Pond Road without prejudice (unanimous)
• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is meeting to discuss a subdivision application for Map 17 Lot 172 at 200 Central Street. The agenda also includes routine matters such as correspondence, member comments, and review of minutes from a previous workshop. No other significant items are listed.

• Subdivision of land at 200 Central Street (Map 17 Lot 172)
• Next public hearing set for October 2, 2023
• Filing deadline for October 2 meeting is September 5, 2023
• Review of minutes from 8/21/2023 workshop

The Planning Board granted a sight distance waiver and a 90-day conditional approval for a land subdivision at 200 Central Street. Approval is contingent upon a professional engineer's letter and a hold harmless agreement regarding town property access.

• Approved waiver to reduce required sight distance from 400 feet to 325 feet (4-2)
• Granted 90-day conditional approval for subdivision of Map 17 Lot 172 (5-1)
• Required a letter from Steve Keach, PE confirming all 8/29/2023 review comments were addressed
• Required a hold harmless document acceptable to town counsel for driveway access over town property
• Approved minutes from 8/21/2023 Workshop (4-0-2)

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is holding a regular meeting with public comment periods, department head updates, and both new and old business. Key items include a recommendation on town office building flooring, library maintenance, continued discussion of Shore Drive drainage, and a donation of a wetland parcel. The board will also consider appointments to several town committees and boards.

• Donation of parcel containing wetlands – Tim Lovell, Conservation
• Recommendation Town Office Building- flooring
• Library maintenance – Joe Guthrie
• Continued discussion Shore Drive drainage – Paul Carideo
• Call for candidates: Stormwater Management Committee, ZBA alternates, Exploratory Committee, Capital Improvements Committee, Ethics Commission, Communications Committee, Friends of Ordway Park

The Board accepted a 21-acre land donation for conservation and authorized a $61,750 lease for a new DPW truck. They also approved $18,000 for town building flooring and updated the flex time policy for salaried exempt employees.

• Approved donation of 21 acres at map 12 lot 49 to Conservation Commission (Unanimous)
• Authorized $61,750 lease for a new crew cab pickup truck with plow (Unanimous)
• Approved expenditure of up to $18,000 for town building flooring via Triform (5-0)
• Approved updated Flex Time Policy for salaried exempt employees (5-0-0)
• Tabled use of ARPA funds for library gutter repairs until September 11

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a minor design modification to relocate a fire cistern for the Brianna Woods subdivision. The board also reviewed draft architectural and landscape design regulations and discussed the Town Engineer RFQ process.

• Approved relocation of fire cistern for Brianna Woods as a minor design modification (5-0)
• Approved 8/7/2023 public hearing minutes (4-0-1)

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is meeting to review the status of 2023 Master Plan action items, assess group effectiveness, and discuss impediments. They will also review the establishment of a steering committee and update committee memberships. The meeting includes general discussion, approval of minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

• Review of 2022-2023 Master Plan Action Item List
• Establishment of Steering Committee and its purpose
• Update committee and action item group membership
• Assessment of intergroup involvement and group effectiveness
• Review of impediments to achieving action items

Board of Selectmen

The Board approved updated 2023-2024 snowplow and sanding contract rates and authorized several equipment expenditures. Members also reaffirmed the town's Fund Balance Policy and approved an investment policy update.

• Approved updated 2023-2024 snowplow and sanding contract rates (4-0-1)
• Approved $800 from the detail fund for a dog cage (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a plow using ARPA funds up to $17,200 (5-0)
• Reaffirmed the Fund Balance Policy (5-0)
• Approved changes to the investment policy (5-0)
• Approved $1,745 for lot line adjustment costs (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from July 10, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from July 24, 2023 (4-0-1)

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board will hold its regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several development items. Key matters include the conditional approval for Cameron Commons (Depot Road) expiring on the meeting date, a new subdivision proposal on Central Street, and updates on site work at Miners Way and a bond release for Winchester Heights.

• Cameron Commons (Map 01-091-1 & 091-2, Depot Road) conditional approval expires 8/7/2023
• Central Street Subdivision (Map 17 Lot 172) new business
• Miners Way (Map 12 Lot 069) update on site work
• Winchester Heights (Map 19 Lot 009) bond release

The Planning Board extended the conditional approval for Cameron Commons and released the surety bond for the Winchester Heights Elderly Housing Development. The board also approved a paving modification for Miners Way and accepted jurisdiction for a proposed subdivision on Central Street, which was continued to September.

• Extended conditional approval for Cameron Commons project to 11/6/2023 (6-0)
• Accepted jurisdiction of the Central Street subdivision (7-0)
• Continued Central Street subdivision hearing to 9/5 public hearing (7-0)
• Approved one 3” application of binder as a site plan modification for Miners Way (7-0)
• Released the bond for the Winchester Heights elderly development (7-0)
• Approved 7/17/2023 workshop minutes (5-0-2)

Board of Selectmen

This Board of Selectmen meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Board decided to fill the first full-time police chief position using internal candidates. Additionally, the board approved a one-year ambulance contract and authorized emergency vehicle maintenance funding.

• Approved one-year ambulance contract with Pridestar for $135,000 (4-0-0)
• Authorized Fire Chief to overspend vehicle maintenance line by $17,000 (4-0-0)
• Approved $5,000 payment to Southern NH Special Operations Unit from police detail fund (4-0-0)
• Approved filling the first full-time police chief position internally (4-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen will discuss the Hampstead Hospital PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) and the hiring process for a full-time police chief. The agenda also includes public announcements, department head reports, and appointments to various town committees.

• Discussion of Hampstead Hospital PILOT
• Discussion of hiring process for F/T Police Chief
• Call for candidates for Stormwater Management Committee, ZBA alternates, and other committees
• Public announcements on waste oil collection and Transfer Station hours

Conservation Commission

The Hampstead Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business including trail comparisons with neighboring towns, bridge repair ideas, invasive species cutting, trail stories, and real estate items. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Trails comparison: Atkinson/Plaistow vs. Hampstead
• Bridge fixing ideas
• Invasive species cutting (David)
• Trail stories (Erin)
• Real estate items

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting. Members discussed trail safety, invasive species removal, and a proposed story trail, but no formal votes were taken on these items. The board also reviewed a developer's $475K investment in the Hampstead Heights property.

• Approved minutes of 6/21/23 with amendments (5-0-1)

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss a regulation proposal and receive a status update from the CIP Committee. The agenda also includes member comments, review of minutes from a July 3 public hearing, and correspondence. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Regulation proposal discussion
• CIP Committee status update
• Review of minutes from 7/3/2023 public hearing
• Member comments
• Correspondence

The board held a workshop to discuss proposed updates to site plan regulations, irrigation standards, and the Elderly Housing Zoning Ordinance. No final decisions were made on the regulation proposals; the board will continue reviews at future workshops. The minutes from the July 3, 2023, public hearing were approved.

• Approved 7/3/2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is meeting to discuss a recommendation on the waste and recycling contract, review a social media policy, and hear public comments on mattress disposal fees. The agenda also includes calls for volunteers for several town committees and routine reports.

• Recommendation on Waste and Recycling contract
• Social Media Policy discussion
• Public comment on mattress disposal fees
• Call for candidates for Stormwater Management Committee, ZBA alternates, and other boards
• Waste oil collection at Town Garage on first and third Saturdays

The Board of Selectmen approved a five-year contract for curbside trash and recycling services. They also accepted a draft social media policy pending legal review and approved the minutes from the June 12 meeting.

• Awarded 2024-2028 waste and recycling contract to Pinard Waste Systems (3-0-0)
• Accepted draft Social Media Policy pending town counsel review (3-0-0)
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Hampstead Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on July 5, 2023, to consider two variance requests and a special exception. One request seeks a variance to build a deck too close to Big Island Pond, and the other seeks a variance for a wedding/event venue plus a special exception for a bed-and-breakfast inn. The board will also discuss matters with the Chief Building Inspector.

• Variance request by Sergio DeCurtis to build a deck too close to Big Island Pond at 155 Mills Shore Dr. (Map 4 Parcel 30)
• Variance request by Randy & Marie Winters for a wedding/event venue at 361 Main St. (Map 2 Parcel 10)
• Special exception request by Randy & Marie Winters for a bed-and-breakfast inn on the second floor at 361 Main St.
• Discussion with Chief Building Inspector Hank Riehl

The Board approved a variance for a deck addition at 155 Mills Shore Dr. and a special exception for a Bed & Breakfast at 361 Main Street. A request for a wedding/event venue at 361 Main Street was continued to August 2, 2023, to allow for further information.

• Approved variance for deck addition at 155 Mills Shore Dr. (4-1)
• Approved Special Exception for Home Occupation Inn/Bed & Breakfast at 361 Main Street (4-1)
• Continued hearing for wedding/event venue variance at 361 Main Street to August 2, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved June meeting minutes as presented

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is meeting to consider a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 36 Appleton Lane (Map 1 Lot 133). The agenda also includes routine matters such as town engineer comments, correspondence, member comments, and review of prior meeting minutes. No other major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Conditional use permit for accessory dwelling unit at 36 Appleton Lane (Map 1 Lot 133)
• Next public hearing set for August 7, 2023; filing deadline July 3, 2023
• Review of minutes from June 20, 2023 workshop

The Planning Board approved a conditional use permit to convert an attached garage into an accessory dwelling unit. The board also deferred discussion on proposed landscaping regulations to a future workshop.

• Approved ADU at 36 Appleton Lane (7-0)
• Approved 6/20/2023 workshop minutes (6-0-1)
• Deferred discussion on proposed landscaping regulations to 7/17 workshop

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is holding a regular meeting with a non-public session on hiring. Public items include a preliminary discussion on winter contracts, a social media policy update, and department head reports. The agenda is largely routine, with several committee vacancies to fill.

• Preliminary discussion on winter contracts with Jon Worthen
• Social Media Policy review with Laurie Warnock
• Cable equipment update from Clay Shaw
• Call for candidates for Stormwater Management Committee, ZBA alternates, and other boards
• Non-public session on hiring and employee matters

The Board of Selectmen appointed one full-time firefighter and promoted four employees to lieutenant positions. The board also approved specific wording changes to a cell tower easement agreement based on legal counsel's advice.

• Appointed Cameron Smith to Full Time Firefighter position at $21.70/hr (5-0-0)
• Promoted Robert Beaulieu, Connor Lonergan, and Jeff Saltalamacchia to Lieutenant (5-0-0)
• Promoted Ryan Erhard to Lieutenant (4-0-1)
• Approved wording changes to cell tower easement regarding Public Safety Antenna Equipment (5-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Hampstead Conservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from May and discuss several routine items, including a survey on Map 3 Lot 133, property maintenance, a BSA Eagle project, and new signs. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve minutes from May meeting
• Survey on Map 3 Lot 133
• Maintenance around conservation properties
• BSA Eagle project discussion
• New signs update (Jim)

Conservation Commission

The Hampstead Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including the Brent bridge/trail, invasive species management, trail stories, and real estate matters. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Brent bridge/trail discussion
• David invasives
• Erin trail stories
• Real Estate items

The Commission approved a proposal to dismantle a rotten bridge by Country Road and replace it with a 20-foot bridge using crushed stone for drainage. Members also discussed invasive species removal, trail maps, and potential land acquisitions.

• Approved minutes of 5/17/23 (5-0-3)
• Approved plan to replace Country Road bridge (8-0)

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss several planning items, including a review of Master Plan Steering Committee meetings, the Capital Improvement Plan, and a regulation proposal. The board will also receive a legislative update and review minutes from a previous public hearing. This is a working session, not a public hearing, and no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Master Plan Steering Committee (MPSC) meetings
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) discussion
• Regulation proposal review
• Legislative update by M. Hanides
• Review of minutes from 6/5/2023 public hearing

The board held a workshop to discuss the Master Plan, Capital Improvement Plan, and potential zoning updates for elderly housing and accessory dwelling units. No formal decisions were made on these proposals. The board approved the minutes from the June 5, 2023, public hearing.

• Approved 6/5/2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen approved a contract with Municipal Resources Inc. for a required five-year statistical review. The board rejected all bids for clearing a lot on Veteran's Way and forwarded trash and recycling proposals to a committee for review.

• Awarded statistical review contract to Municipal Resources Inc. for $85,000 (5-0-0)
• Rejected all bids for clearing Map 7 Lot 46 (4-1-0)
• Forwarded curbside trash and recycling proposals to the Recycling and Waste Committee (5-0-0)
• Tabled social media policy

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The agenda for this Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting is not available. The document only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Board of Adjustment reviewed a request for a variance to build a 16 ft. carport onto an existing garage. The request was denied following a vote. The board also approved the minutes from the May hearing.

• Denied variance for 16 ft. carport at 12 Island Pond Rd (4-1)
• Approved May hearing minutes as submitted

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on June 5, 2023, to consider a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit, an administrative change, an amended site plan, a lot line adjustment, and a bond release. Public hearings and decisions on these items are scheduled.

• Conditional Use Permit for ADU at 66 Quail Run Road (Map 13 Lot 172)
• Administrative change at 9 Gigante Drive (Map 06 Lot 037)
• Amended Site Plan at 10 Miners Way (Map 12 Lot 069)
• Lot Line Adjustment at 25 & 35 Stage Road (Map 7 Lots 10 & 42)
• Bond release for Blue Bird Self-Storage (Map 12 Lot 015-2)

The Planning Board granted a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit and approved a lot line adjustment for Stage Road. The board also approved a minor administrative change for 9 Gigante Drive and released a $49,000 bond for Blue Bird Self-Storage.

• Granted conditional use permit for ADU at 66 Quail Run Road (7-0)
• Approved minor administrative change for 9 Gigante Drive (7-0)
• Granted 90-day conditional approval for amended site plan at 10 Miners Way (7-0)
• Granted waiver from Subdivision Regulations for 25 & 35 Stage Road (7-0)
• Granted 90-day conditional approval for lot line adjustment at 25 & 35 Stage Road (7-0)
• Released $49,000 bond for Blue Bird Self-Storage (7-0)
• Approved 5/15/2023 workshop minutes (7-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen will discuss and potentially accept an investment policy and a fund balance policy, and open a request for proposals for a town-wide statistical review. They will also hear a presentation on camping restrictions and consider appointments to various committees.

• Open RFP for Town-wide Statistical Review
• Review/Acceptance of Investment Policy
• Review/Acceptance of Fund Balance Policy
• RSA:58 Camping Restrictions presentation by Tim Lovell
• Call for candidates for Stormwater Management Committee, ZBA alternates, and other committees

The Board approved the posting of signs restricting camping on conservation property and authorized a new road surface management study. The board also reaffirmed the current Fund Balance Policy and approved a permit fee reimbursement.

• Authorized posting of signs restricting camping on conservation property per RSA 236:58 (4-0-0)
• Approved Road Agent to work with Rockingham Planning Commission on a new road study (4-0-0)
• Reaffirmed the current Fund Balance Policy (4-0-0)
• Approved $175 permit fee reimbursement to a contractor (4-0-0)
• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Tabled vote on MRI bid for 2024 statistical evaluation to next meeting (4-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Hampstead Conservation Commission will review the outcome for Map 3 Lot 133 and begin the season of cutting trails. The agenda includes trimming brush growth on specific trails. The meeting concludes with a non-public session regarding reputation and land matters.

• Review of outcome for Map 3 Lot 133
• Start season of cutting trails
• Trim growth of brush on some trails
• Non-public session on RSA 91A:3 II (c) reputation and (d) Land

The commission approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting and voted to seal the minutes of two non-public sessions. Members discussed land management for Map 3 Lot 133 and the effectiveness of burning bush treatments. A $150 donation from The Hampstead Hearts was allocated to the trails fund.

• Approved minutes of 4/19/23 (6-0)
• Approved Karen Cozzens to act as a Fulltime member for the meeting
• Voted to seal minutes of non-public sessions (6-0)

Planning Board

This is a workshop agenda, not a decision-making meeting. The Planning Board will discuss its 2023 goals and objectives, review standard procedures and protocols for applications, and outline activities including Master Plan, Capital Improvement Plan, subdivision/site plan regulation revisions, zoning ordinance revisions, workforce housing strategies, and review of proposed legislative actions. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of Planning Board Goals and Objectives for 2023
• Review of Standard Procedures and Protocols for application processes
• Planning Board Activities for 2023: Master Plan Steering Committee, Capital Improvement Plan, Subdivision/Site Plan Regulation Revisions, Zoning Ordinance Revisions, Workforce Housing Strategies, Review of Proposed Legislative Actions
• Review of minutes from 5/1/2023 Public Hearing

The board held a workshop to discuss 2023 goals, standard procedures, and potential revisions to zoning and subdivision regulations. No substantive policy changes were decided, though members volunteered for specific projects. The board approved the minutes from the May 1, 2023, public hearing.

• Approved 5/1/2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is meeting to discuss several town matters, including a DPW position update, an update on Hampstead Hospital, and enforcement regarding unregistered cars and unimproved properties. They will also continue discussions on a Social Media Policy and a Credit Card Policy. The board will consider a recreation appointment and announce openings for several town committees.

• DPW Position update – L. Warnock
• Hampstead Hospital Update – L. Warnock
• Unregistered cars and unimproved properties – L. Eaton
• Continued discussion on Social Media Policy – L. Warnock
• Recreation Appointment – Jennifer Curtin

The Board of Selectmen approved an updated credit card policy that sets a $2,000 per purchase limit and a $5,000 monthly limit, and allows the Recreation Department to have its own card. The vote was 4-0-1, with Selectman Morse recusing himself. The board also approved the April 10 meeting minutes unanimously (5-0).

• Approved updated credit card policy with $2,000 per purchase and $5,000 monthly limits (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes of April 10, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing residents to review the meeting minutes for details. This appears to be a procedural placeholder.

• No agenda items listed

The Board of Selectmen met in a non-public session to discuss the process for hiring a new Police Chief. The board agreed to prioritize internal candidates for the position. Chief Beaudoin was tasked with creating a job description and identifying local chiefs to assist with the oral board.

• Approved internal search for Police Chief candidates
• Tasked Chief Beaudoin to create a job description
• Tasked Chief Beaudoin to notify department officers to apply
• Tasked Chief Beaudoin to find area chiefs for an oral board

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Hampstead Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on May 3, 2023, to consider three property-related requests. These include a special exception and variance for a pool and structure enlargement at 19 Shore Dr., a rehearing request for a detached garage at 31 Shore Drive, and a variance for a carport at 12 Island Pond Rd. The board will also discuss matters with the Chief Building Inspector.

• Renee Anthony: special exception and variance for structure alteration and inground pool at 19 Shore Dr., Map 8B Parcel 64 (continued from April)
• Rehearing request by Jason Houle of John and Andrea Peters decision for 600 sq. ft. detached garage at 31 Shore Drive, Map 8B Parcel 59
• Jim and Susan Burns: variance to Article III Section 3:4D.2 for carport at 12 Island Pond Rd., Map 8 Parcel 128
• Discussion with Chief Building Inspector Hank Riehl

The Hampstead Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a request for variances and a special exception to rebuild a dwelling at 19 Shore Drive, ruling the lot was not unique and the hardship test was not met. The board also denied a rehearing request for a previously approved special exception at 31 Shore Drive. A variance request for a carport at 12 Island Pond Road was continued to June 7 for additional information.

• Denied variances to side and rear lot lines for 19 Shore Drive rebuild (unanimous)
• Denied special exception for dwelling and pool at 19 Shore Drive (unanimous)
• Denied request for rehearing of special exception for garage at 31 Shore Drive (unanimous)
• Granted continuance to June 7 for carport variance at 12 Island Pond Road (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is meeting to discuss old and new business, including two elderly housing developments and a subdivision application. The board will also consider a change of occupancy for a local business and review minutes from a previous workshop.

• Map 01-091-01 & 091-02 Cameron Court, 70 & 90 Depot Road – Elderly Housing Development
• Map 11 Lots 150 & 291 and Map 9 Lot 62 – Hampstead Heights, off Stony Ridge Road – Elderly Housing Development
• Map 12 Lot 084, 323 Emerson Ave – Subdivision of Land
• Change of Occupancy – 10 Main Street, Iced Twice

The board granted 90-day conditional approvals for a one-lot subdivision on Emerson Ave and the Cameron Commons elderly housing development. A change of occupancy for Iced Twice at 10 Main Street was also approved. Discussion continued regarding the Hampstead Heights elderly housing project, specifically concerning secondary emergency access.

• Approved change of occupancy at 10 Main Street for Iced Twice (7-0)
• Accepted jurisdiction for subdivision at Map 12 Lot 084, 323 Emerson Ave (6-0)
• Granted 90-day conditional approval for subdivision at 323 Emerson Ave (6-0)
• Granted 90-day conditional approval for Cameron Commons elderly housing at 70 & 90 Depot Road (7-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission elected its officers and approved the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting. Members discussed trail vandalism, signage updates, and land access issues for Map 3 Lot 133 and Map 9 Lot 39.

• Approved minutes of 3/15/23 (9-0)
• Elected Tim Lovell as Chairman (8-0-1)
• Elected David Treat as Vice-Chairman (8-0-1)

Conservation Commission

The Hampstead Conservation Commission will review four specific land parcels, including 53 Stage Rd, during its April 19, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes procedural items such as roll call, minutes approval, and the election of officers. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn on May 17, 2023.

• Review of Map 3 Lot 133
• Review of Map 9 Lot 39
• Review of Tea Library
• Review of 53 Stage Rd under Non-Public RSA 91A:3 Real Estate

Planning Board

This is a workshop meeting, not a decision-making session. The board will discuss its 2023 goals and objectives, review standard application procedures and approval processes, and outline planned activities including master plan, capital improvement plan, subdivision and zoning regulation revisions, and workforce housing strategies. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of Planning Board Goals and Objectives for 2023
• Review of Standard Procedures and Protocols for application processes
• Planned activities include Master Plan Steering Committee and Capital Improvement Plan
• Subdivision/Site Plan Regulation Revisions and Zoning Ordinance Revisions
• Workforce Housing Strategies and review of proposed legislative actions

The board held a workshop to review member backgrounds, discuss 2023 goals, and review application procedures. No substantive legislative actions were taken other than the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of the 4/3/2023 public hearing (7-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is holding its regular meeting with new business items including a discussion of a social media policy, final review of a town-wide revaluation request for proposals, a COLA policy, and elderly exemptions. The board will also hear department head reports, liaison reports, and make appointments to various town committees. The agenda includes public announcements and visitor comments, and ends with a non-public session for employee matters and security.

• Discussion of Social Media Policy
• Final Review of Town-wide Revaluation RFP
• COLA Policy discussion
• Elderly Exemptions discussion
• Call for candidates: Stormwater Management Committee, ZBA alternates, Exploratory Committee for Community Center, Capital Improvements Committee, Ethics Commission, 275th Anniversary Celebration Committee

The Board approved a new Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) policy based on a 5-year rolling average of Social Security increases. The board also approved the appointment of Julia Forbes to the Friends of Ordway Park and accepted a resignation from the budget committee.

• Approved COLA policy change to 5-year rolling average of SSA increase (min 2%, max 5%) (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Julia Forbes to Friends of Ordway Park through 2026 (5-0-0)
• Accepted resignation of L. Eaton from budget committee alternate position (4-0-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from March 27 and March 29, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Approved placement of Child Abuse Prevention signage at Emerson Ave and East Road
• Tabled decision on new wage study pending review of Meredith report
• Tabled elderly exemption adjustments to future agenda

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Hampstead Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two special exception requests. The first is from Mary Margaret Burke for a second-story addition on an undersized non-conforming lot at 29 Ells Rd. The second is from Renee Anthony for alterations, a variance, and an inground pool at 19 Shore Dr. The board will also discuss matters with the Chief Building Inspector.

• Special exception request by Mary Margaret Burke for second-story addition at 29 Ells Rd (Map 8A Parcel 8)
• Special exception request by Renee Anthony for alteration/enlargement of structure on non-conforming lot at 19 Shore Dr (Map 8B Parcel 64)
• Variance request by Renee Anthony for new construction too close to left and rear lot lines
• Special exception request by Renee Anthony for inground pool
• Discussion with Chief Building Inspector Hank Riehl

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is meeting to conduct routine business, including electing officers and welcoming new members. The main items are discussions of two elderly housing developments: one at Cameron Court (70 & 90 Depot Road) and another at Hampstead Heights off Stony Ridge Road. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of open Planning Board position
• Map 01-091-01 & 091-02 Cameron Court, 70 & 90 Depot Road – elderly housing development
• Map 11 Lots 150 & 291 and Map 9 Lot 62 – Hampstead Heights, off Stony Ridge Road – elderly housing development
• Review of March 6, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Board elected its leadership for the term and appointed Alan Davis as a full-time member. The board granted continuances for two separate elderly housing development projects, requiring that abutters be re-noticed for the next hearings.

• Elected Robert Weimar as Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Randy Clark as Vice-Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Debbie Soucy as Secretary (7-0)
• Appointed Alan Davis as a full-time Planning Board member (7-0)
• Continued Cameron Court elderly housing hearing to 5/1/2023 with abutter notice (7-0)
• Continued Hampstead Heights elderly housing hearing to 5/1/2023 with abutter notice (6-0-1)
• Approved 3/6/2023 meeting minutes (6-0-1)

Board of Selectmen

This meeting has no published agenda; only minutes are referenced for review. The board is not listing any specific decisions or discussions for this session.

The Board of Selectmen authorized the Fire Chief to proceed with Change Order #17 and window work for the fire station. The board decided to use previously approved ARPA funds to cover these costs.

• Approved Change Order #17 for flooring, carpeting, and painting ($22,757.90)
• Approved window blinds installation estimate ($3,334.00)
• Approved use of $50,000 in ARPA funds to pay for these changes

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen will hold its regular meeting, starting with nominations for Chairman and Vice-Chairman and reorganization of board liaisons. They will also discuss the use of the Town Offices meeting room and space needs, and continue a discussion on the DPW position. The agenda includes several appointments and calls for candidates for various town committees.

• Nominate Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Reorganize Selectboard Liaisons
• Use of the Meeting Room at the Town Offices - S. Morse
• Space Needs - J. Guthrie
• Continued Discussion Concerning DPW Position - S. Morse

The Board elected a new Chair and Vice Chair and redistributed department liaison roles. The Board also voted to increase spending thresholds in the town's purchasing policy and extended the Road Agent's contract through July 1, 2023.

• Elected Laurie Warnock as Chair (4-0-1)
• Elected Steve Morse as Vice Chair (4-0-1)
• Increased purchasing policy limits by $2,500 across all tiers (5-0-0)
• Extended Jon Worthen's Road Agent contract to July 1, 2023, with 48 additional PTO hours (4-0-1)
• Authorized the start of the DPW director recruitment process via MRI (5-0-0)
• Authorized the Chairman as signatory for the American Tower cell tower easement (5-0-0)
• Approved Hampstead Middle School fundraiser at Kent Farm Transfer Station (5-0-0)
• Appointed multiple volunteers to town boards and commissions (5-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved a resident's request to cut and remove a fallen tree on Stage Road. Members discussed ZBA approval for a garage on Shore Drive and upcoming Earth Day activities. Mr. Lovell will prepare a property line adjustment sketch for 53 Stage Road.

• Approved minutes of 2/15/23 (7-0-2)
• Approved resident request to cut and remove fallen tree on Stage Road

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a public hearing on the cable renewal license, a DPW study, a NHDES watershed grant, acceptance of an EOC equipment grant, and bids for a PPE washer/extractor and dryer for the Fire Station. The agenda also includes appointments and calls for candidates for various committees.

• Public hearing on possible approval of current cable renewal license
• DPW study, review and discussion
• NHDES watershed grant – S. Morse
• Acceptance of EOC equipment grant
• Acceptance of bids and recommendation for PPE Washer/Extractor and Dryer for Fire Station

The Board of Selectmen approved a 10-year cable license renewal with Comcast and accepted a $137,516 grant for Emergency Operations Center equipment. The Board also authorized the purchase of land for the Conservation Commission and initiated a search for a new DPW director.

• Approved Comcast cable license renewal effective April 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $137,516 Emergency Management Performance Grant for EOC equipment (5-0)
• Approved waiving the bidding process for EOC equipment (4-1)
• Approved purchase of 3+/- acres at 53 Stage Road for $25,000 plus costs (5-0)
• Approved use of Town Seal for Cranberry Meadows flag (5-0)
• Authorized search for DPW director via MRI (5-0)
• Awarded PPE dryer bid to Bergeron ($9,899) and extractor bid to Fire Tech Safety, Inc. ($19,850)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board approved a special exception for a detached garage at 31 Shore Drive and a home occupation permit for a gluten-free bakery. One applicant withdrew a request for a home addition.

• Approved 600 sq ft detached garage at 31 Shore Drive with gutters, downspouts, and permeable driveway (3-2)
• Approved home occupation for Blackbird Bakery at 17 Buttrick Road with limit of three outdoor sales per year by permit (unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal of application for addition at 29 Ells Rd without prejudice (unanimous)
• Approved February minutes (unanimous, one abstention)

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is meeting to discuss two main items: a requested continuance for the Hampstead Heights elderly housing development and a one-lot subdivision at 105 Brown Hill Road. The board will also review minutes and hear comments from the town engineer and members.

• Continuance request for Hampstead Heights elderly housing development (Map 11 Lots 150 & 291, Map 9 Lot 62) off Stony Ridge Road
• One-lot subdivision at 105 Brown Hill Road (Map 18 Lot 040)
• Next public hearing set for April 3, 2023; filing deadline is March 6, 2023
• Review of minutes from February 6, 2023 public hearing

The Planning Board granted conditional approval for a one-lot subdivision of land. The board also continued a hearing for an elderly housing development to a future date.

• Approved standard 90-day conditional approval for subdivision at Map 18 Lot 040 (105 Brown Hill Road) (7-0)
• Continued hearing for Hampstead Heights elderly housing development to 4/3/2023 (7-0)
• Approved 2/6/2023 meeting minutes with addition of DJ Howard (7-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 18, 2023 meeting. Members discussed map updates, invasive species remediation, and soil conditions at Cameron Commons. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved minutes of 1/18/23 (5-0-2)
• Permitted Paul Schofield to take wood provided it is not from live trees

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is meeting to discuss community aggregation with an energy wholesale supplier, sign a grant application for a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and review a draft voters' guide. They will also consider appointments to several town committees and hear public comments on residency and dump stickers.

• Community Aggregation discussion with energy wholesale supplier Tad Dziemian
• Sign Local Hazard Mitigation Plan grant application
• Discussion of draft voters' guide with Matt Gillette
• Appointments for Master Planning Steering Committee and other committees
• Call for candidates for Stormwater Management, ZBA alternates, Exploratory Committee for Community Center, Capital Improvements, and Water Resources committees

The Board of Selectmen approved the 2023 road work list and a contract extension with Busby Construction. They also authorized the disposal of a police vehicle and approved a grant for a local hazard mitigation plan.

• Approved acceptance of tax bills as residency for transfer station permits
• Authorized disposal of 2015 Dodge Charger for $755 (5-0-0)
• Approved 2023 road work list as presented (5-0-0)
• Approved contract extension with Busby Construction for 2023 (5-0-0)
• Approved $9,000 Hazard Mitigation Grant Program application (5-0-0)
• Approved spending up to $9,000 in ARPA funds for oil tank removal and installation (5-0-0)
• Reappointed Kris Emerson as Health Officer (5-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for January 9, 11, and 23 (4-0-1 and 5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board will discuss the Cameron Commons elderly housing development at 70 & 90 Depot Road as old business. New business includes a lot line adjustment at 330 & 342 East Road and a land subdivision at 105 Brown Hill Road. The board will also receive comments from the Town Engineer regarding a cell tower public hearing in Kensington.

• Old Business: Map 01-091-01 & 091-02 Cameron Commons, 70 & 90 Depot Road, Elderly Housing Development
• New Business: Map 13 Lots 47 & 103 aka 330 & 342 East Road, Lot Line Adjustment
• New Business: Map 18 Lot 040 aka 105 Brown Hill Road, Subdivision of Land
• Correspondence: Town of Kensington, Cell Tower, Public Hearing 2/15/2023

The board granted a 90-day conditional approval for a lot line adjustment on East Road. Public hearings for an elderly housing development on Depot Road and a land subdivision on Brown Hill Road were continued to future dates.

• Granted 90-day conditional approval for lot line adjustment at Map 13 Lots 47 & 103 (330 & 342 East Road) (7-0)
• Accepted jurisdiction for lot line adjustment at Map 13 Lots 47 & 103 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for Cameron Commons elderly housing at 70 & 90 Depot Road to 4/3/2023 (7-0)
• Accepted jurisdiction for land subdivision at Map 18 Lot 040 (105 Brown Hill Road) (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for land subdivision at Map 18 Lot 040 (105 Brown Hill Road) (7-0)
• Approved 1/17/2023 workshop minutes (5-0-2)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Hampstead Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two special exception requests. The first is a rehearing of Mary Margaret Burke's request to build an addition on an undersized lot at 29 Ells Rd., requested by Robert Hilse, Karen Moriarty, and David Foucault. The second is John & Andrea Peters' request to build a 600 sq. ft. detached garage at 31 Shore Dr. The board will also discuss matters with Chief Building Inspector Hank Riehl.

• Rehearing of special exception for addition at 29 Ells Rd. (Recreational Zone, Map 8A Parcel 8)
• Special exception request for 600 sq. ft. detached garage at 31 Shore Dr. (Recreational Zone, Map 8B Lot 59)
• Discussion with Chief Building Inspector Hank Riehl

The board granted requests to postpone two special exception hearings until March 8, 2023. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Granted continuance to March 8, 2023 for 29 Ells Rd. addition request (Unanimous)
• Granted continuance to March 8, 2023 for 31 Shore Dr. garage request (Unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Hampstead Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including invasive plant control, a potential Moonlight Walk on February 4, and reviewing the HCC report. No minutes are available from a previous meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Invasive plant control discussion
• Moonlight Walk on February 4 (possible)
• Review of HCC report
• Priscilla Lindquist Friend to Conservation item

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen will hold a public meeting with a non-public session for hiring. They will hear a presentation on the HCS renovation project and vote on which articles to place on the warrant. The board will also discuss Master Plan Steering Committee membership and make appointments to several town committees.

• Non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II (b) for hiring
• HCS Renovation Project presentation by David Smith & Bob Thompson
• Vote on articles to be moved to the Warrant
• Master Plan Steering Committee membership discussion
• Call for candidates: Stormwater Management Committee, ZBA alternates, Exploratory Committee for Community Center, Capital Improvements Committee

The Board of Selectmen voted on several warrant articles, recommending the town budget, a new full-time Town Administrator position, and various funding requests. They denied a request to rescind the election of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Additionally, the board approved $12,300 in ARPA funds for Fire Department engineering costs.

• Approved Town Budget of $9,041,802.00 (5-0-0)
• Approved request for full-time Town Administrator position (5-0-0)
• Denied request to rescind ZBA elected board status (2-3-0)
• Approved $12,300 from ARPA funds for Fire Department engineering costs (5-0-0)
• Approved funding for Building Repairs and Maintenance Trust $10,000 (5-0-0)
• Approved funding for Library Building Maintenance Reserve $10,000 (5-0-0)
• Approved funding for Isaiah 58 $5,000.00 (4-1-0)
• Approved lot line change between Map 7 Lot 10 and Map 7 Lot 42 (5-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

This meeting has no agenda available; it is procedural only. Residents should review the minutes for any actions taken.

The Board of Selectmen approved the hiring of a highway laborer at a starting rate of $19 per hour. The board also discussed a feasibility study for a Department of Public Works (DPW) structure but reached no final decision on the organizational changes.

• Approved hiring Jonathan Roderick as Highway Laborer effective 2/6/2023 (4-0-0)
• Approved starting pay rate of $19.00 per hour for Highway Laborer (4-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The agenda for this meeting is not available, containing only a placeholder stating there is no agenda. The public is directed to review the meeting minutes for any information.

The Commission approved the draft of the annual report. Members discussed invasive plant control methods and planned a moonlight walk and a story walk trail for the summer.

• Approved minutes of 11/16/22 (6-1)
• Approved annual report

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss general regulations and review open board positions ahead of the March 2023 election. The board will also review minutes from a January 3 public hearing and consider draft ZBA minutes. The meeting is largely procedural and discussion-oriented, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Review of open Planning Board positions for March 2023 election; filing window Jan 25–Feb 3, 2023
• Reminder of Town Forum at Library on Saturday, January 21, 11am-1pm
• General discussion regarding regulations
• Review of minutes from 1/3/2023 Public Hearing
• Correspondence: draft ZBA minutes

The board held a workshop to discuss housing needs, demographics, and zoning regulations. No new ordinances were passed, but members discussed workforce housing and the 55+ condo reporting process. The board approved the minutes from the January 3, 2023, meeting.

• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen is meeting to review draft warrant articles for an upcoming town vote and to discuss routine town business. The agenda includes public announcements, department head reports, and appointments to several town committees. The meeting also includes a non-public session for hiring and another for reputation matters.

• Review draft warrant articles
• Call for candidates: Stormwater Management Committee (1), ZBA alternates, Exploratory Committee for Community Center, Capital Improvements Committee
• Non-public session RSA 91A:3 II (a) for hiring
• Non-public session RSA 91A:3 II (c) for reputation

The Board reviewed draft 2023 warrant articles, including proposals for a Town Administrator and a full-time police chief. The Board voted to set the fund amount for cell tower proceeds at $300,000. Other discussed articles include funding for building maintenance and the town's 275th anniversary.

• Approved setting the amount for Article 16 (cell tower proceeds fund) at $300,000 (4-0-0)

Planning Board

The Hampstead Planning Board is meeting to continue discussions on two elderly housing developments: one at Cameron Court (70 & 90 Depot Road) and another at Hampstead Heights off Stony Ridge Road. The board will also address town engineer comments, correspondence, member comments, and review minutes from a previous workshop. No final decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Map 01-091-01 & 091-02, Cameron Court, 70 & 90 Depot Road – elderly housing development
• Map 11 Lots 150 & 291 and Map 9 Lot 62, Hampstead Heights, off Stony Ridge Road – elderly housing development
• Town Engineer comments
• Review of minutes from 12/19/2022 workshop

The Planning Board voted to postpone decisions on two elderly housing projects to allow for revised plans and the resolution of emergency access issues. The board also approved the amended minutes from the December 19, 2022, workshop.

• Continued Cameron Court elderly housing application to 2/6/2023 public hearing (7-0)
• Continued Hampstead Heights elderly housing application 60 days to 3/6/2023 public hearing (6-0)
• Approved amended 12/19/2022 workshop minutes (6-0-1)