Hampton public meetings in 2025

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the 2026 Warrant Articles and the purchase of Stryker PowerLoad and PowerCot equipment. The board will also review beach access at 12 Nor'east Lane and personnel policy changes regarding medical leave and military spouses.

• Purchase of Stryker PowerLoad and PowerCot equipment for $50,000
• Donations to Police Department Crimeline ($7,500) and Fire Department Cornerstone ($1,800)
• 2026 Warrant Articles
• Beach access at 12 Nor'east Lane, TF Moran
• Amendment to Rail Trail Agreement for Mile Marker Sponsorship

The board entered and later sealed a nonpublic session, then reconvened the public session. It moved the consent agenda, approved the December 8 minutes, and appointed Kristi Pulliam as Finance Director. The board also approved the expansion of the Liberty Lane private sewer system and an amendment to the Rail Trail agreement, each with a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Entered nonpublic session (5-0-0)
• Sealed minutes of nonpublic session (5-0-0)
• Moved consent agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved December 8, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Appointed Kristi Pulliam as Finance Director (no vote recorded)
• Approved Liberty Lane sewer expansion, authorizing Town Manager to sign (5-0-0)
• Approved Rail Trail amendment for mile‑marker sponsorship, authorizing Town Manager to sign (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hampton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room, 100 Winnacunnet Road. The board will consider a petition from Sherrie Frisone seeking a variance from Article VI, Section 6.6.3.10 parking requirements for the property at 8 Page Ln (Map 282, Lot 99, RB zone). The board will also approve the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting. Any petitions not called by 10:00 p.m. will be postponed to a later date.

• Public hearing on Dec 18, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., Selectmen’s Meeting Room, 100 Winnacunnet Road
• Variance petition by Sherrie Frisone for 8 Page Ln (Map 282, Lot 99, RB zone) requesting relief from Article VI, Section 6.6.3.10 parking requirements
• Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting
• Postponement of any petitions not called by 10:00 p.m. to a later date

The Zoning Board approved Sherrie Frisone's petition for a parking variance at 8 Page Ln., requiring relocation of part of Unit 1 and submission of an updated plan. The vote was 5‑yes, 0‑no. The board also approved the November 20, 2025 minutes as amended with a 4‑yes, 0‑no, 1‑abstention vote, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved parking variance for 8 Page Ln. (5‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved minutes of Nov. 20, 2025 as amended (4‑yes, 0‑no, 1‑abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider amending Article 4, Section 4.5 of the Zoning Ordinance to add a Cottage Court Ordinance. The amendment would rename the current Section 4.5 and 4.6 to Sections 4.6 and 4.7, respectively. The board will also discuss a one‑year extension request for a conditional approval at 17 & 17R Barbour Road, review the Capital Improvements Plan 2026‑2031 report, and receive an update from the Master Plan Implementation Committee.

• Public hearing for zoning ordinance amendment to add a Cottage Court Ordinance
• Request for one‑year extension of Planning Board conditional approval for Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit at 17 & 17R Barbour Road
• Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) 2026‑2031 report
• Update from the Master Plan Implementation Committee (December 10, 2025 meeting)
• Public Engagement Session – Zoning Ordinance Audit with Horsley Witten Group and Rockingham Planning Commission

The Hampton Planning Board held a public engagement session with Horsley Witten Group and reviewed the timeline for the Zoning Ordinance Audit. Board members discussed numerous zoning topics, including minimum lot area standards, merging BS zones, sign regulations, parking standards, a single Town Center district, and various housing concepts. They noted that the full Zoning Audit is expected by early 2026. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded in these minutes.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review the minutes from its November 25, 2025 meeting, consider pending applications and appointments, and discuss the 2026 goals and use of the town’s Land Conservation Strategy with Sara McNamara‑Gagnon. The commission will also receive updates from the Conservation Coordinator and Chair, including follow‑up on the Grist Mill and Ice Pond project and the Plaice Cove conversation.

• Review minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting
• Consider pending applications
• Consider pending appointments
• Discuss 2026 goals and use of the Land Conservation Strategy with Sara McNamara‑Gagnon
• Follow‑up on Grist Mill and Ice Pond; follow‑up on Plaice Cove conversation

The Conservation Commission approved the November 25, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0‑2 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted November 25, 2025 minutes (5-0-2)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Budget Committee

The Hampton NH Municipal Budget Committee will meet at 6 p.m. on Dec 11, 2025. The agenda includes a call to order, appointments, approval of minutes, reports, old business, new business, closing comments, and adjournment. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed.

The Hampton Budget Committee voted 5‑0 to approve Article 2, a $350,000 long‑term maintenance and repair warrant for Hampton Centre school buildings and Batchelder Pond. No other substantive actions were recorded in the meeting.

• Approved $350,000 long‑term maintenance warrant (5‑0)

Planning Board

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will receive project updates including a zoning ordinance audit and a housing opportunity planning grant. It will discuss implementation priorities, focusing on the Town Center Study Area and 2026 priorities. New business includes the Hampton Beach Area Commission's coastal resilience recommendations, member reports, and next steps. The meeting will also consider minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting and the annual town report.

• Zoning Ordinance Audit
• Zoning Amendments for 2026 Town Meeting
• Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant
• Capital Improvement Planning (CIP) Process
• Hampton Beach Area Commission coastal resilience master plan recommendations

The Master Plan Implementation Committee voted to approve the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Ms. Galanis, seconded by Mr. Bliss, and passed unanimously. The committee then unanimously adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.

• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

The Hampton Beach Village District board will review items of old business and consider new business proposals. Public comments will be taken. The board will vote to approve the meeting minutes and then adjourn.

The board voted 3‑yes, 0‑no to approve a $94,494.50 marketing program for the Chamber. They also unanimously approved the November 12, 2025 minutes. The board announced there will be no regular January meeting, but a budget workshop will be held on Jan 21 at the fire station. Commissioners agreed to consider establishing a winter food pantry on the beach.

• Approved $94,494.50 marketing program (3‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (3‑yes, 0‑no)
• Scheduled Jan 21 budget workshop (no vote recorded)
• Decided no regular January meeting (replaced by workshop)
• Agreed to consider winter beach food pantry

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will hold a preconstruction meeting on site to discuss a multifamily residential development at Liberty Lane East. The project involves 252 apartment units across three buildings, including a renovated structure and two new ones, with amenities like trails and a dog park.

• Site Plan (March 5, 2025): 248 apartment units in three buildings
• Amended Site Plan (May 7, 2025): Increases unit count to 252 and adjusts parking
• Project address: Liberty Lane East / Liberty Lane
• Meeting date: Tuesday, December 9th, at 2:00 p.m.
• Meeting location: On site

The board approved the Hampton Police Chief's public safety plan for construction and the proposed water connection by Aquarion Water Company. It assessed a school impact fee of $1,898 per unit and recorded a $82,394 check. An exaction of $8,357.12 was set to be paid on the first building permit, with a $9,000 donation accepted as an alternative. The board confirmed that driveway and excavation permits are not required for this project.

• Approved public safety plan for construction phase (no vote recorded)
• Approved proposed water connection by Aquarion Water Company (no vote recorded)
• Assessed school impact fee $1,898 per dwelling unit; $82,394 check received
• Set exaction $8,357.12 payable upon first building permit; accepted $9,000 donation as alternative
• Confirmed driveway permit not required for this project
• Confirmed excavation permit not required for this project

Budget Committee

The Hampton Budget Committee will meet to appoint directors for the Library and Department of Public Works budgets and review the operating budget.

• Appointment of Director Amand Reynolds Cooper for Library Budget
• Appointment of Director Jen Hale for DPW Budget
• Review of Operating Budget

The committee voted to accept the proposed operating budget of $38,236,520 and move it to the public hearing. The motion passed unanimously with an 8‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 8‑0‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved operating budget $38,236,520 (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Select Board

The Hampton Select Board will hold a public hearing to apply for, accept, and expend unanticipated grant monies exceeding $10,000 from the NH Office of Highway Safety and Department of Environmental Services. The board will also approve a consent agenda including a cemetery deed, donations, and licenses for the Hampton Half Marathon. Additionally, the board will discuss 2026 Warrant Articles and end-of-year purchases.

• Public hearing on unanticipated grant monies in excess of $10,000 from NH Office of Highway Safety and Department of Environmental Services
• Approval of Cemetery Deed for O’Leary, Jane I- 7/ 1/1
• Approval of Parks & Recreation donations totaling $175.00 from Knights of Columbus and Bonnie Serowik
• Approval of One-day Entertainment and Parade & Public Gathering Licenses for Hampton Half Marathon & 5k on 03/01/2026
• Street Naming approval for “Currier Drive” at 44 Sweetbriar Lane

The board accepted the Highway Safety grant, raising the total to $71,800.32, and approved the Granite State Clean Fleets grant covering 80% of a $412,666 project ($330,132.80 town match $82,533.20). It also approved naming the private road at 44 Sweetbriar Lane "Currier Path". The consent agenda items (cemetery deed, donations, event licenses) were moved forward and the November 17, 2025 minutes were approved.

• Approved Highway Safety grant total $71,800.32 (5-0-0)
• Approved Granite State Clean Fleets grant $330,132.80 with town match $82,533.20 (5-0-0)
• Approved naming of road as "Currier Path" at 44 Sweetbriar Lane (5-0-0)
• Moved consent agenda (except street naming) forward (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes of November 17, 2025 (5-0-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to hear budget presentations from the Fire Department, Police Department, and the Town Manager and Director of Finance for all remaining departments.

• Fire Department budget presentation by Chief Michael McMahon
• Police Department budget presentation by Chief Alex Reno
• Remaining department budget presentations by Jamie Sullivan and Kristi Pulliam

The committee voted 8‑0‑0 to approve the November 18, 2025 minutes as amended. It then voted 8‑0‑0 to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 p.m.

• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings for several property requests, including a condominium conversion and a lot subdivision. The board will also review multiple wetlands permits for revetment and stair repairs. Additionally, the board will consider annual town reports for several committees.

• Condominium conversion of five units at 43-45 Island Path
• Subdivision of 14.4 acres into two lots at Exeter Road
• Wetlands permit for rip rap and stair repair at 1044 Ocean Boulevard
• Wetlands permit for revetment and stair replacement at 28 Nor’east Lane
• Wetlands permit for revetment repair at 12 Nor’east Lane

The Hampton Planning Board approved the waiver request and condominium conversion for 43‑45 Island Path, both by a 7‑0‑0 vote. It also approved the waiver and subdivision of Exeter Road into two lots, again 7‑0‑0. Wetlands permits were approved for projects at 1044 Ocean Boulevard, 28 Nor’east Lane, 12 Nor’East Lane, and the Ancient Highway site, each with a 7‑0‑0 vote. The board granted a continuance for case 25‑054 to January 7, 2026.

• Approved Waiver Request (Section V.E.) for 43‑45 Island Path (7-0-0)
• Approved Condominium Conversion for 43‑45 Island Path (7-0-0)
• Approved Waiver Request for Exeter Road subdivision (7-0-0)
• Approved Subdivision of Exeter Road into two lots (7-0-0)
• Approved Wetlands Permit for 1044 Ocean Boulevard (7-0-0)
• Approved Wetlands Permit for 28 Nor’east Lane (7-0-0)
• Approved Wetlands Permit for 12 Nor’East Lane (7-0-0)
• Approved Wetlands Permit for Ancient Highway (7-0-0)

Budget Committee

The Hampton Budget Committee will appoint directors for the library and public works budgets, approve the November 18, 2025 minutes, and hear reports, old business, and new business. No specific budget figures or agenda items are listed beyond the appointments.

• Appointment of Director Amand Reynolds Cooper – Library Budget
• Appointment of Director Jen Hale – DPW Budget
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2025

Conservation Commission

The Hampton Conservation Commission will review minutes from the October 28 meeting, appoint Ben Ritt as Coastal Resilience Coordinator, and consider five Town Wetland Permit applications for projects on Ocean Blvd, Nor’East Lane, Ancient Hwy, and Atlantic Ave. New business includes ice pond management, a Q3 financial report, 2026 goals, the December meeting date, mileage budget usage, and a $100 SHEA Photo Contest invoice. Old business covers a salt marsh remediation update and CHAT updates.

• Appointment of Ben Ritt as Coastal Resilience Coordinator (seawalls and tidal revetments)
• Town Wetland Permit 25-051 for 1044 Ocean Blvd – repair rip‑rap revetment and stairs damaged in 2024‑25 storms
• Town Wetland Permit 25-052 for 28 Nor’East Lane – replace concrete seawall, raise it ~3 ft, and replace stairs
• Town Wetland Permit 25-054 for Ancient Hwy – in‑kind repair of revetment at Northside Park, including stairs, geo‑textile fabric, and coir logs
• SHEA Photo Contest invoice for $100

The Conservation Commission unanimously approved the October 2025 minutes. It then approved town wetland permits for 1044 Ocean Blvd, 28 Nor East Lane, and 12 Nor East Lane, each with standard stipulations. The commission also approved the associated NHDES permits, including waiving the right to intervene on the 28 Nor East Lane dredge‑and‑fill application.

• Approved October 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Town Wetland Permit for 1044 Ocean Blvd (6-0)
• Approved NHDES Expedited Minimum Impact permit for 1044 Ocean Blvd (6-0)
• Approved Town Wetland Permit for 28 Nor East Lane (6-0)
• Waived right to intervene on NHDES Standard Dredge and Fill permit for 28 Nor East Lane (6-0)
• Approved Town Wetland Permit for 12 Nor East Lane (6-0)

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will review a summary of town and school capital projects for the 2026-2031 period and discuss future process enhancements. The meeting is scheduled for November 24, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room.

• Review of 2026-2031 CIP summary for Town projects
• Review of 2026-2031 CIP summary for School projects (SAU90 and SAU21)
• Discussion of future ideas to enhance the CIP process

The Planning Board’s Capital Improvements Plan Committee decided to start a major restructuring of the CIP process in early 2026. It will work with the Finance Director to compile final CIP financials and forward them to the Planning Board for approval in December. The Committee also agreed to reconvene after the March election.

• Begin major restructuring of the CIP process (early 2026)
• Compile final CIP financials with Finance Director and send to Planning Board for December approval
• Reconvene the CIP Committee after the March election

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 20 to consider variance petitions for four properties: Barn Realty, Inc. at 9 31 Ocean Blvd (BS zone), John & Angela Cardarelli at 3 Bradford Ave (RB zone), Christina Langone‑Eberhart at 862 Lafayette Rd (B zone), and Susan Edwards at 42 Boars Head Terr (RA zone). The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the October 6 and November 6 meetings and appoint a ZBA alternate. Petitions not called by the deadline will be postponed.

• Barn Realty, Inc. petition for variances from multiple zoning sections for 9 31 Ocean Blvd (BS zone)
• John & Angela Cardarelli petition for variances for 3 Bradford Ave (RB zone)
• Christina Langone‑Eberhart petition for a variance for 862 Lafayette Rd (B zone)
• Susan Edwards petition for an equitable waiver for 42 Boars Head Terr (RA zone)
• Approval of minutes from October 6 and November 6, 2025; appointment of ZBA alternate

The board unanimously approved petitions for Barn Realty to withdraw its application, for the Cardarellis to add a third floor, for Christina Langone‑Eberhart to build a deck, and for Susan Edwards to receive an equitable waiver of dimensional requirements. All four motions passed with a 5‑0 vote. The board also approved the October and November 6 meeting minutes as amended, each with a 4‑0 vote and one abstention.

• Withdraw Barn Realty petition and update file – approved 5‑0
• Approve Cardarelli third‑floor addition variance – approved 5‑0
• Approve Langone‑Eberhart deck variance – approved 5‑0
• Approve Edwards equitable waiver – approved 5‑0
• Approve October meeting minutes as amended – approved 4‑0, 1 abstention
• Approve November 6 meeting minutes as amended – approved 4‑0, 1 abstention
• Adjourn meeting – approved unanimously

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council will approve minutes, hear public comments, and review old business items including an update on the Eaton Park project, a parade float with a library Aloha theme, tree lighting updates, and downtown decorations. New business will cover a senior turkey dinner with Red’s Good Vibes and the latest Collette Travel releases. The meeting also includes a directors report and sets the next meeting for January 28, 2026.

• Eaton Park project update
• Parade float with library (Aloha theme)
• Tree Lighting updates
• Downtown decorations
• Senior Turkey Dinner w/ Red’s Good Vibes

The Recreation and Parks Advisory Council approved the prior meeting's minutes. No other formal actions were taken. The council then adjourned the session. The next meeting is set for January 28, 2026.

• Approved minutes (motion by Tim Hamlin, seconded by Joe O’Neil)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Aleks, seconded by Wendy)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings to discuss updates to zoning regulations. Proposed changes cover accessory dwelling units, solar energy systems, home occupations, and dimensional standards in the Town Center District.

• Proposed replacement of Accessory Dwelling Units ordinance to align with State law
• Proposed replacement of Solar Panels Ordinance with a new Solar Energy Systems Ordinance
• Proposed new Section 6.15 regarding Home Occupation classifications
• Proposed Town Center District height increase from 35 feet (3 stories) to 50 feet (4 stories)
• Proposed removal of minimum lot area and square footage per dwelling unit in Town Center District

The Hampton Planning Board approved moving four zoning‑related amendments to the ballot. The Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance amendment, the Solar Energy Systems ordinance, the new Home Occupation section, and changes to the Town Center district were each voted on. All four motions passed unanimously with a 6‑0‑0 vote.

• Motion to place ADU ordinance amendment on ballot – passed 6-0-0
• Motion to place Solar Energy Systems ordinance on ballot – passed 6-0-0
• Motion to place Home Occupation amendment on ballot – passed 6-0-0
• Motion to place Town Center district amendment on ballot – passed 6-0-0

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to review the 2026 budget overview and specific budget requests for the Town Clerk and Tax Collector. The meeting includes a review of minutes from October 21, 2025.

• 2026 budget overview presentation by Jamie Sullivan and Kristi Pulliam
• 2026 Town Clerk budget presentation by Cheryl Hildreth
• 2026 Tax Collector budget presentation by Vivian Considine

The committee voted to approve the October 21, 2025 minutes with a 6‑yes, 0‑no, 2‑abstain vote. No other formal actions were taken; members discussed budget spreadsheets, upcoming department hearings, and potential tax‑rate changes. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 9‑yes vote.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (6-0-2)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss local fees and a DES permit application for Atlantic Avenue. The board will also hold discussions regarding warrant articles and establish meeting schedules for 2025 and 2026.

• Atlantic Avenue DES Permit Application
• Fee discussion
• Warrant Article discussions
• $250.00 donation from Hampton Physical Therapy for Tree Lighting
• Cemetery deeds for Kerry Causer and Pamela Murdoch

The Select Board voted 5‑0‑0 to waive the purchasing policy and authorize the Town Manager to purchase audio‑video equipment and a digital sign totaling $177,118.95. The Board also approved a $7,500 donation from Crimeline for police raincoats (5‑0‑0) and created a capital reserve fund for a $5 transportation fee on car registrations (5‑0‑0). Additionally, the Board authorized the Town Manager to sign the Atlantic Avenue DES permit application (5‑0‑0) and agreed to hold regular meetings on the second and fourth Monday of each month for 2025 and 2026.

• Waived purchasing policy and authorized $45,342 audio‑video upgrade, $55,025 cable‑cast upgrade, and $76,776.95 digital sign installation (5‑0‑0)
• Accepted $7,500 donation from Crimeline for police raincoats (5‑0‑0)
• Created capital reserve fund for $5 transportation fee on car registrations (5‑0‑0)
• Authorized Town Manager to sign Atlantic Avenue DES permit application (5‑0‑0)
• Agreed to hold Select Board meetings on second and fourth Monday of each month in 2025 (consensus)
• Agreed to follow the same meeting schedule for 2026 (consensus)
• Approved November 3, 2025 minutes (5‑0‑0)
• Moved consent agenda items including cemetery deed, $250 tree‑lighting donation, and raffle permit (5‑0‑0)

Heritgage Commission

The Hampton Heritage Commission will meet to review updates on historic house markers and the Blacksmith Shop. The body will also note recent Planning Board actions regarding a casino project.

• Discussion of Historic House Markers (Map #2 of Hampton)
• Discussion of Blacksmith Shop
• Review of Casino project site plan passed by Planning Board on 11/5
• Tree lighting event scheduled for December 5th

The commission postponed approval of the September 4, 2025 draft minutes until the December 11 meeting. Members discussed possibly moving future meeting start times from 6 p.m. to 5 p.m. and confirmed that the new Whatzit‑Wherezit map will be distributed at the town Christmas Tree lighting on Dec 5. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Tabled approval of September 4, 2025 draft minutes (to be considered Dec 11)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 4-0)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

The Hampton Beach Village District will hold its monthly meeting on November 12, 2025. The agenda includes reports from the area commission, police department, and various committees.

• Pat Bushway, Hampton Beach Area Commission
• Det. Kaiser, Hampton Police Department
• Beautification Committee
• Amanda (Entertainment)
• Lisa (Digital Marketing)

The Village District Board voted 3‑yes to 0‑no to approve the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. The Board also decided to shorten entertainment breaks from 30 minutes to 15 minutes. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Limited entertainment breaks to 15 minutes (board decision)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public session followed by a non-public session under RSA 91-A:3, II(e).

• Public Session at 6:30 p.m.
• Non-Public Session under RSA 91-A:3, II(e)
• Meeting location: Town Manager’s Conference Room

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hampton Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing on November 6, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room, 100 Winnacunnet Road. The board will consider six petitions requesting variances or a special exception for properties on Dover Ave, Exeter Rd, North Shore Rd, Nudd Ave, Lafayette Rd, and Exeter Rd. Petitions are available on the town website.

• John Mullen – 9 Dover Ave (RB zone) – variances from Article II §§2.2.5.2, 2.2.5.3
• 221 Exeter Rd Realty Trust – 221 Exeter Rd (RA zone) – variance from Article II §2.2.2
• Andrew & Kristine Kettering – 179 North Shore Rd (RA zone) – variances from Article II §2.2.5.2 and Article VII §7.5.2; expansion of non‑conforming use
• Joseph & Diane Burke & Janice Hamilton – 21 Nudd Ave (BS zone) – variances from Article IV §4.1.4.3.3.a and Article VII §7.5.2; wetland and non‑conforming use issues
• John Anthony Simmons Rev Living Trust – 886 Lafayette Rd (B zone) – variances and equitable waiver from Article II §§2.2.5.2

The board unanimously approved a special exception allowing Old Pasture Realty Trust to create a private green burial ground at 531 Exeter Road, with conditions on plot size and town involvement. It also approved several variances and waivers, including a garage/storage variance for 9 Dover Ave, a lot‑division petition for 221 Exeter Rd, a dwelling expansion at 179 North Shore Rd, a renovation for 21 Nudd Ave conditioned on a Conservation Commission recommendation, and an equitable waiver and stair variance for 886 Lafayette Rd. All motions passed unanimously except the 221 Exeter Rd lot‑division, which passed 4‑1.

• Approved special exception for private burial ground at 531 Exeter Rd (5-0)
• Approved John Mullen garage/storage variance, max size 16x24 ft (5-0)
• Approved 221 Exeter Rd lot division, with removal of illustrative dwelling note (4-1)
• Approved expansion of main dwelling for 179 North Shore Rd (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal of garage request for 179 North Shore Rd (5-0)
• Approved Burke/Hamilton renovation petition, conditioned on Conservation Commission recommendation (5-0)
• Approved equitable waiver for John Anthony Simmons office building at 886 Lafayette Rd (5-0)
• Approved variance for stairs on Simmons building at 886 Lafayette Rd (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold new public hearings for several subdivision and site plan requests, including a 19-house condominium development. The board will also continue a hearing regarding the redevelopment of the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom site into a mixed-use complex.

• Site plan for 19 houses on one parcel at 44 Sweetbriar Lane and Expressway Land
• Redevelopment of 169 Ocean Boulevard including a 3,500-seat venue, 208-room hotel, and 99 condos
• Subdivision of 11 Great Boars Head Avenue into two lots for two single-family dwellings
• Wetlands permit for drainage improvements at 200 Landing Road
• Wetlands permit for rip-rap revetment replacement at 35 Harbor Road

The Board unanimously approved a one‑year extension for the 5R Falcone Circle conditional site plan. It also approved the 169 Ocean Boulevard development site plan, subject to the Town Planner’s Memorandum conditions. Additional unanimous approvals were granted for the Great Boars Head subdivision and waiver, and wetlands permits for projects at 200 Landing Road and 35 Harbor Road.

• Approved 5R Falcone Circle extension through Nov 6, 2026 (7-0-0)
• Approved 169 Ocean Boulevard site plan subject to Town Planner’s Memorandum (7-0-0)
• Approved Great Boars Head Waiver Request (7-0-0)
• Approved Great Boars Head subdivision subject to Town Planner’s Memorandum (7-0-0)
• Approved 200 Landing Road wetlands permit with Conservation Commission stipulations (7-0-0)
• Approved 35 Harbor Road wetlands permit with Conservation Commission stipulations (7-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will review the final 2026 town budget and discuss the property tax warrant. It will consider awarding Bid 2025-011 for snow plowing and removal services. The board will also consider granting Gray Contracting access for seawall repair at 1030 Ocean Blvd and discuss warrant article items.

• 2025 Property Tax Warrant (consent agenda)
• 2026 Budget Final Review
• Bid 2025-011 Snow Plowing and Removal Award
• Gray Contracting permission for Seawall Repair Access at 1030 Ocean Blvd
• Warrant Article Discussions

The Board adopted the proposed Select Board budget of $38,326,520 and moved it to the Municipal Budget Committee (5‑0‑0). It accepted the snow‑plowing and removal bids from Jamco Excavators and Coastal Paving, authorizing the Town Manager to execute the contracts (5‑0‑0). The Board also approved Gray Contracting’s access for seawall repair at 1030 Ocean Blvd (5‑0‑0). All three minutes of October meetings were approved, and the 2025 Property Tax Warrant was moved forward (each 5‑0‑0).

• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved October 27, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved October 29, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Moved 2025 Property Tax Warrant (5-0-0)
• Adopted $38,326,520 budget and moved to Municipal Budget Committee (5-0-0)
• Accepted Jamco Excavators and Coastal Paving snow‑plowing contracts, authorizing Town Manager (5-0-0)
• Allowed Gray Contracting access for seawall repair at 1030 Ocean Blvd (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will hold public hearings on several zoning ordinance amendments. Items include a new ordinance for Accessory Dwelling Units that aligns with recent state law, a new Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance, a parking requirement change for residential units, updated requirements for permanent and temporary outdoor dining, and a construction provision for certain commercial facilities. The board will also consider minutes from the October 15 meeting and receive updates from the Master Plan Implementation Committee.

• Amend Article 6 Section 6.1 to replace ADU regulations with a new ordinance aligned to state law
• Amend Article 6 Section 6.14 to replace existing telecommunications facility requirements with a new Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance
• Amend Article 6 Section 6.6 to require one parking space per residential dwelling unit
• Amend Article 5 Section 5.2.48 to add procedural and permitting requirements for permanent and temporary outdoor dining installations
• Amend Article 7 Section 7.2 to add subsection 7.2.5 covering construction provisions for commercial facilities

The Hampton Planning Board approved motions to send three draft ordinances to future public hearings. The draft Cottage Court ordinance and the draft Town Center District amendment were each scheduled for a public hearing at a date to be determined. The draft zoning amendment for accessory dwelling units was set for a second public hearing on November 19, 2025. All motions passed unanimously with a 7‑0‑0 vote.

• Moved draft Cottage Court ordinance to a future public hearing (7-0-0)
• Moved draft Town Center District amendment to a future public hearing (7-0-0)
• Moved draft accessory dwelling unit zoning amendment to a second public hearing on Nov 19, 2025 (7-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will review the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program and set the property tax rate. The meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. at the Select Board Room.

• Review 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program
• Set property tax rate
• Meeting at Select Board Room, 100 Winnacunnet Road

The Board voted 3‑1 to increase the Road Improvement Capital Reserve Fund by $750,000 in the Capital Improvement Plan. A unanimous 4‑0 vote approved the amended CIP and sent it to the Planning Board. The Board also approved applying $500,000 from the Unassigned Fund Balance to offset the upcoming tax rate, with a final vote of 3‑1.

• Increase Road Improvement Capital Reserve Fund by $750,000 (3-1)
• Accept amended Capital Improvement Plan and forward to Planning Board (4-0)
• Apply $500,000 from Unassigned Fund Balance to offset tax rate (3-1)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding an on-site preconstruction meeting for a water treatment plant on Bonnie Lane. The project involves a 46 ft x 52 ft facility with underground utilities and a concrete containment pad.

• Construction of a 46 ft x 52 ft water treatment plant on Bonnie Lane
• Removal of stormwater infiltration basin and rain garden per NHDES requirements

The board held a preconstruction meeting for the 46 ft × 52 ft water treatment plant at Bonnie Lane. Members reviewed the amended site plan, required permits, utility coordination, and construction schedule. No formal approvals or votes were recorded; the meeting focused on outlining conditions that must be met before a building permit can be issued.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review two town wetland permit applications. The body will also discuss budget and purchase updates and project status.

• Town Wetland Permit for drainage improvements at 200 Landing Rd (25-046)
• Town Wetland Permit to replace rip rap revetment at 35 Harbor Rd (25-047)

The commission accepted the September 23 minutes with a 7‑0 vote. It recommended and approved a Town Wetland Permit for 200 Landing Rd, applying the standard stipulations, with a 7‑0 vote. It also recommended and approved a Town Wetland Permit for 35 Harbor Rd, applying the standard stipulations, with a 7‑0 vote.

• Accepted September 23 minutes (7-0)
• Recommended and approved Town Wetland Permit for 200 Landing Rd (7-0)
• Recommended and approved Town Wetland Permit for 35 Harbor Rd (7-0)

Select Board

The Hampton Select Board meeting will discuss the upcoming 2026 budget for the Department of Public Works and all other town departments. The board will also consider several appointments and permits, including a raffle permit for the Professional Fire Fighters and a cable funding request. Additional items include a planning commission appointment and a waste‑disposal permission request.

• Raffle Permit for Professional Fire Fighters event on 11/20
• Appointment of Alex Loiseau to the Rockingham Planning Commission
• SAU 90 Cable Channel 8 Funding Request by the Cable Committee
• Permission for Ray Blondeau to use WM Rochester for disposal of one dumpster
• 2026 Budget Reviews – Director Hale (DPW) and Director Pulliam (all other departments)

The Select Board approved the consent agenda, including a raffle permit and the appointment of Alex Loiseau to the Rockingham Planning Commission (5‑0‑0). It authorized $209,088.45 from the Cable Fund for multiple cable system upgrades (5‑0‑0) and approved a $57,200 SAU 90 Cable Channel 8 funding request (5‑0‑0). The Board also granted Chat Chew and Play permission to use the town’s disposal site for one dumpster per year under specified conditions (5‑0‑0).

• Approved Consent Agenda (Raffle Permit, Alex Loiseau appointment) – vote 5-0-0
• Approved $209,088.45 cable system upgrades from Cable Fund – vote 5-0-0
• Approved $57,200 SAU 90 Cable Channel 8 funding request from Cable Fund – vote 5-0-0
• Approved Chat Chew and Play dumpster disposal permission with conditions – vote 5-0-0
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (no vote recorded)
• Appointed Pat Bushway as Chair of the Hampton Beach Area Commission (no vote recorded)
• Appointed Brian McCain and Paul Gould to the Cable Committee (no vote recorded)

Hampton Beach Area Commission

The Hampton Beach Area Commission will adopt the September meeting minutes. It will review the budget presented by Commissioner Housman. Ongoing business includes updates on beach projects with the Department of Transportation, a bridge project, Route 1A, the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Intermodal Transportation, construction projects, and the casino redevelopment plan. New business items cover the election of officers and committee appointments, the annual report, and a “Snapshot” matrix for future planning.

• Adoption of September minutes
• Budget review by Commissioner Housman
• Beach Projects – DOT
• Bridge project
• Casino Redevelopment Plan

The Hampton Beach Area Commission unanimously elected Patricia Bushway as chair, Alex Loiseau as vice chair, and Michael Housman as treasurer. The commission also adopted the September 2025 minutes with a 5‑yes vote after correcting the traffic‑circle discussion. Project Review Committee members Chuck Rage, Bob Preston, and Jen Hale were appointed, and planner Jason Bachand agreed to provide guidelines for the committee.

• Adopted September 2025 minutes (5‑0 vote)
• Elected Patricia Bushway as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Alex Loiseau as vice chair (unanimous)
• Elected Michael Housman as treasurer (unanimous)
• Appointed Project Review Committee members Chuck Rage, Bob Preston, Jen Hale (unanimous)
• Jason Bachand to provide guidelines for Project Review Committee (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council will discuss several ongoing park projects, including the Locke Road pavilion, electrical work at Founders Park, updates to Eaton Park, and the progress of the town's tree lighting. New business will cover a parade float collaboration with the library and items for the 2026 art program. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Locke Rd Pavilion
• Electrical work at Founders Park
• Eaton Park updates
• Tree lighting progress
• Parade float with library

The council reviewed the status of several park projects, including the pavilion on Locke Road, electrical work at Founders Park, and Eaton Park improvements. They noted upcoming tree lighting on Dec. 5 and a parade float with a "Hub" theme. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Planning Board

The Plan Review Committee will review a proposal to subdivide a 12.3-acre vacant lot into six single-family home lots and upgrade a service road to a two-way town road. The committee will not accept public comments during this meeting, though hearings are scheduled for the Planning Board.

• Review of 25-048 Falcone Circle subdivision application
• Consideration of service road upgrade to two-way town road
• Applicant: Chinburg Development LLC (Shawna Sammis)
• Lot size: 12.3 acres to be divided into 6 lots
• Meeting location: Selectmen’s Meeting Room

The Planning Board reviewed the Falcone Circle subdivision application and identified several deficiencies, including an incomplete submission, concerns about the proposed sewer system, roadway design, and fire‑department access. DPW and CMA Engineers will each provide a memorandum of comments to the applicant, and the Town Planner set resubmission deadlines for December 12 and January 16. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Planning Board

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will receive project updates from the town planner, including a zoning ordinance audit and a funding strategy for the Economic Development Director. It will review the 2025 implementation priorities, highlighting the Town Center Study Area as the overall top priority. The committee will also revisit the table of Master Plan action items and discuss next steps and upcoming meeting dates.

• Zoning Ordinance Audit (project update)
• Funding Strategy for Economic Development Director (project update)
• Town Center Study Area identified as top 2025 priority
• Exercise to revisit Table of Master Plan Action Items
• Proposed rescheduled meeting date: Wednesday, December 10

The committee approved the September 24, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. It agreed to hold no meeting in November and to move the December meeting to Wednesday, December 10. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved September 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Rescheduled December meeting to Dec 10 and cancelled November meeting (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to review monthly financial reports from August and discuss the budget schedule. The meeting also includes updates from the Selectmen, School Board, and Village District.

• Review of August monthly financials
• Discussion of budget schedule
• Selectmen's update
• School Board update
• Village District update

The committee approved the September 16, 2025 minutes (amended) with a 5‑0‑2 vote. It established the budget‑review timeline, including a January 31 deliberative session and public‑hearing dates through January 20. The final departmental tour was scheduled for the DPW on October 24 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 7‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (amended) – vote 5-0-2
• Established budget committee timeline and hearing dates (no vote)
• Scheduled last departmental tour: DPW on Oct 24 at 9:00 a.m. (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting – vote 7-0-0

Trustees of the Trust Fund

The Trustees of the Trust Fund will meet on October 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room. They will consider approving the minutes from the previous meeting, reviewing the investment performance of the town’s trust funds, and addressing any old or new business items. The meeting also includes a period for public comments.

• Approve minutes from the prior meeting
• Review investment performance of funds
• Old business
• New business
• Public comments

Select Board

The Select Board will review the 2026 budget with department heads and approve the Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes a public hearing for highway safety funds and consent agenda items.

• Public hearing for NH Office of Highway Safety funds over $16,800
• Approval of 2026 Budget Review with department heads
• Capital Improvement Plan Approval
• Donation of $2,000 from Plan NH for HOP Charrette
• Leased Land improvement request for Terry Diadone

The Select Board accepted a $70,000 bid for Salt Marsh Ditch remediation funded by a state grant and authorized the Town Manager to sign the contract. It also approved the Highway Safety grant, the Freedom Energy advisory up to $20,000, and a new construction project at 19 L Street Tavern with specific conditions. Additionally, the Board appointed the Finance Director as acting Town Manager, approved the September financials, and tabled the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Accepted $70,000 Northeast Wetland Restoration bid for Salt Marsh Ditch remediation (5-0-0)
• Authorized acceptance and expenditure of NH Highway Safety grant exceeding $16,800 (5-0-0)
• Approved Freedom Energy advisory work up to $20,000 for solar project (5-0-0)
• Approved new construction at 19 L Street Tavern with video and sound‑engineer conditions (5-0-0)
• Appointed Finance Director Kristi Pulliam as acting Town Manager (5-0-0)
• Approved September 2025 financial statements (5-0-0)
• Tabled the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan until October 27 (5-0-0)
• Approved two confidential assessment settlement agreements (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hampton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on October 16, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. to consider several petitions for variances and a special exception on properties at 931 Ocean Blvd, 9 Dover Ave, 221 Exeter Rd, 179 North Shore Rd, and 21 Nudd Ave. The board will also approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss a requested shape change for the Aquarion water tower tank.

• Variance petition for Barn Realty, Inc. at 931 Ocean Blvd (BS zone) – dimensional and parking requirements
• Variance petition for John Mullen at 9 Dover Ave (RB zone) – dimensional requirements
• Variance petition for 221 Exeter Rd Realty Trust at 221 Exeter Rd (RA zone) – dimensional requirements
• Variance petition for Andrew & Kristine Kettering at 179 North Shore Rd (RA zone) – dimensional requirements and expansion of non‑conforming use
• Discussion of Aquarion Water Tower shape change request

The board reviewed Petition 27-25 for 931 Ocean Boulevard, hearing testimony from the applicant’s attorney, architect, and owners, and fielded public comments. Board member Ken Sheffert recused himself from the case and was replaced by alternate member Bryan Provencal. No vote, approval, denial, or other formal decision on the variances was recorded.

• Ken Sheffert recused from Petition 27-25; Bryan Provencal appointed as alternate

Cable Renewal Committee

The Cable Advisory Committee will meet to elect a chair and vice chair, discuss upgrades to the Cable Cast system, and review proposals for cameras and audio equipment at the Recreation Center and Selectmen's room.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion on Recreation Center cameras and audio
• Discussion on Selectmen's room cameras
• Discussion on meeting room white board screen
• Upgrade of Cable Cast system

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will review and discuss draft amendments to the 2026 zoning ordinance, including proposals for telecommunication facilities, solar energy systems, and home occupations. The board will also hear a zoning ordinance audit from the Horsley Witten Group and provide information about the upcoming Plan NH Town Center Design Charrette. Minutes from the October 1 meeting and other correspondence will be considered.

• Horsley Witten Group presentation – Zoning Ordinance Audit (discussion points)
• Draft Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance amendment (2026)
• Draft Solar Energy Systems Ordinance amendment (2026)
• Draft Home Occupation ordinance amendment (2026)
• Plan NH Town Center Study Area Design Charrette – event info and survey link

The Planning Board approved the October 1 minutes with a 6‑0‑1 vote. It unanimously voted to move the draft Telecommunication Facilities, Solar Energy Systems, and Home Occupation ordinances to public hearing. The Board also nominated Alex Loiseau for the Rockingham Planning Commission, a motion that passed 7‑0‑0.

• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (6-0-1, Snetsky abstained)
• Moved Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance to public hearing (7-0-0)
• Moved Solar Energy Systems Ordinance to public hearing (7-0-0)
• Moved Home Occupation Ordinance to public hearing (7-0-0)
• Nominated Alex Loiseau for Rockingham Planning Commission (7-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to decide whether to apply for, accept, and spend unanticipated monies in excess of $600,000 from the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant for fire equipment. The meeting will also approve the September 22, 2025 minutes, consider a consent agenda that includes a 2024 abatement for 6 Godfrey Avenue and several cemetery deed transfers, and review appointments for a solar project and a coastal hazards adaptation team. A presentation of the 2026 budget, including the police budget, will be given as new business.

• Public hearing to apply for >$600,000 FEMA fire equipment grant
• Approval of September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consent agenda: 2024 abatement for 6 Godfrey Avenue; cemetery deed transfers for Blomquist, Oliphant, Vancoppenolle
• Appointments for Freedom Energy solar project recommendations and Coastal Hazards Adaptation Team update
• 2026 budget overview with police budget presentation

The Board voted 5‑0‑0 to accept and spend the $690,000 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant for new breathing equipment. It also approved a 5‑0‑0 motion to negotiate a lease with Kearsarge Energy for a solar project and to engage Freedom Energy in the negotiations. A 5‑0‑0 motion authorized the purchase of bulk road salt at $73.90 per ton. Finally, a 5‑0‑0 motion directed Coastal Resilience Coordinator Ben Ritt to give bi‑annual reports to the Board.

• Approved acceptance and expenditure of $690,000 FEMA fire grant (5-0-0)
• Approved negotiation of Kearsarge solar lease and Freedom Energy engagement (5-0-0)
• Authorized bulk road salt purchase at $73.90/ton (5-0-0)
• Directed Ben Ritt to provide bi‑annual reports to Board (5-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (3-2-0)
• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes with one abstention (4-0-1)

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will hold public hearings on several active applications, including a wetlands permit for a sewer line at 7 Hunter Drive and an after‑the‑fact wetlands permit for deck replacement at 43 Mooring Drive. The board will consider a site‑plan and waiver request for a new 15‑unit residential condominium at 98 Ashworth Avenue. The most significant item is the Development of Regional Impact application for 169 Ocean Boulevard, proposing a 3,500‑seat casino ballroom, a 208‑room boutique hotel, 99 condominium units, a spa, gaming venue, restaurants, retail space, and an approximately 732‑space enclosed parking garage.

• 25-043: Wetlands permit for sewer line installation at 7 Hunter Drive (≈135 SF wetlands, 4,367 SF buffer)
• 25-044: After‑the‑Fact wetlands permit for deck and front stairs replacement at 43 Mooring Drive
• 25-031: Site‑plan for 15‑unit residential condominium at 98 Ashworth Avenue with waiver request for stormwater and lighting standards
• 25-030: Development of Regional Impact for 169 Ocean Boulevard – casino ballroom, boutique hotel, 99 condos, spa, gaming venue, restaurants, retail, and ~732‑space parking garage

The board granted Wetlands Permits for 7 Hunter Drive and 43 Mooring Drive, each passing 7‑0‑0. It also approved two waiver requests for the 98 Ashworth Avenue condominium project—one for the stormwater management plan and one for lighting standards—both 7‑0‑0. Finally, the board approved the full site plan for 98 Ashworth Avenue with conditions, including a construction start after the 2026 Seafood Festival, mailbox placement, signage, and a trash‑room door, also 7‑0‑0.

• Granted Wetlands Permit for 7 Hunter Drive (25-043) – vote 7-0-0
• Granted Wetlands Permit for 43 Mooring Drive (25-044) – vote 7-0-0
• Approved Waiver Request for Stormwater Management Plan (Section V.E.) for 98 Ashworth Ave – vote 7-0-0
• Approved Waiver Request for Lighting Review Standard (Section IV.D.) for 98 Ashworth Ave – vote 7-0-0
• Approved Site Plan for 98 Ashworth Ave condominium project with conditions – vote 7-0-0

Hampton Beach Area Commission

The commission will review current expenditures and future funding. Members will discuss ongoing DOT beach projects, the bridge, and Route 1A, as well as the Casino Redevelopment proposal for the Plan Review Committee.

• Budget expenditures and funding review
• DOT Beach Projects
• Bridge and Route 1A projects
• Casino Redevelopment referral to Plan Review Committee
• Economic Development Annex to Hampton Beach Master Plan

The commission voted to accept the June 2025 meeting minutes, with five members voting yes and one abstention. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 2025 minutes (5‑vote yes)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council will review updates on Parsons Electric, tree lighting, and the Eaton Park project. The council will discuss the 2026 budget with small adjustments and vote on the future of the Inline Rink. New items include Fall Fridays concerts, a fall program update, a Greece trip/travel show, a PTA Trunk or Treat event, and a search for a K2 after‑school sports instructor.

• Parsons Electric Update
• Tree Lighting Updates
• Eaton Park Project Status
• 2026 Budget – small adjustments minimal change
• Inline Rink Future Vote

The council approved the meeting minutes after a motion by Wendy and a second. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 pm following a motion by Tim, seconded by Chuck. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Wendy, seconded, approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 pm (motion by Tim, seconded by Chuck)

Planning Board

The Plan Review Committee will hold its second meeting to review application 25-041 for a multi‑family condominium at 44 Sweetbriar Lane and Expressway Land. The proposal merges lots 29 and 36, demolishes the existing house on Lot 36, and builds 19 houses on a single parcel. The roadway serving the development would be privately owned and maintained. The committee will discuss the application; public comment is not permitted at this PRC meeting.

• Application 25-041: merge Lots 29 & 36 at 44 Sweetbriar Lane and Expressway Land
• Demolition of the existing house on Lot 36
• Construction of a 19‑unit condominium on the combined parcel
• Roadway to be privately owned and maintained
• Second PRC meeting; public comment allowed only at subsequent Planning Board hearings

The Planning Review Committee agreed the applicant may proceed out of the PRC process. The resubmittal is required by October 8 with eight hard copies and a PDF. If the resubmission meets the committee’s expectations, the application will be placed on the November 5 Planning Board agenda.

• Approved applicant to proceed out of PRC (consensus)
• Set resubmittal deadline for October 8 with required eight hard copies and PDF
• Stated that a satisfactory resubmission will place the application on the November 5 Planning Board agenda

Planning Board

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will receive a grant update and discuss the Cottage Court Overlay District zoning amendment. It will review project updates including a zoning ordinance audit and a funding strategy for the Economic Development Director. The committee will also revisit the Town Center Study Area priority and plan for the upcoming Plan NH Community Design Charrette. No formal decisions are noted; the meeting focuses on reports and next steps.

• HOP Grant Update: Cottage Court Overlay District Zoning Amendment
• Zoning Ordinance Audit
• Funding Strategy for Economic Development Director
• Town Center Study Area – top implementation priority
• Plan NH Community Design Charrette (October 17‑18, 2025)

The Master Plan Implementation Committee voted to approve the July 23, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent. No other formal approvals, denials, or tabled actions were recorded.

• Approved July 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Conservation Commission

The commission will consider three town wetland permit applications: a 7 Hunter Drive request to abandon its septic system and connect to municipal sewer, a 43 Mooring Drive after‑the‑fact permit to replace a deck, and a 35 Harbor Rd request to replace a rip‑rap revetment. The meeting also includes updates on the town’s land‑conservation strategy, the Grist Mill and Ice Pond projects, and a presentation by summer intern Will Pessina. Additional items are a CHAT update and routine business.

• 7 Hunter Drive – Town Wetland Permit to abandon septic system, connect to sewer (135 sq ft temporary wetland impact)
• 43 Mooring Drive – After‑the‑Fact Town Wetland Permit for in‑kind deck replacement
• 35 Harbor Rd – NHDES Exp. Min. Impact permit to replace rip‑rap revetment in‑kind
• Land Conservation Strategy Update
• Grist Mill and Ice Pond Update

The Conservation Commission approved the Town Wetland Permit for 7 Hunter Drive (7‑0 vote) and the After‑the‑Fact Wetland Permit for 43 Mooring Drive (7‑0 vote). It also approved the Minimum Expedited Permit for 35 Harbor Rd (7‑0 vote). Additionally, the commission noted that Hampton has been approved for an additional approximately $600,000 for a 120‑acre marsh expansion project. The minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting were approved by a 4‑0‑3 vote.

• Approved 7 Hunter Drive wetland permit (7-0)
• Approved 43 Mooring Drive after‑the‑fact wetland permit (7-0)
• Approved 35 Harbor Rd minimum expedited permit (7-0)
• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (4-0-3)
• Noted approval of additional $600,000 funding for 120‑acre marsh expansion

Select Board

The Select Board will approve the meeting minutes and a consent agenda that includes several property deeds, road closures, contracts, and donations. Appointments for town clerk and finance director positions will be confirmed, and reports from the Town Manager and committees will be heard. New business includes a discussion of an update to Chapter 812 Welfare Guidelines.

• Cemetery deed transfer to Christine Bean
• Closure of Edgewood Drive for a block party on 10/11
• Contract with Earth & Stone Contracting for use of Plaice Cove (9/24‑12/31)
• Donation to Fire Department from Liz & Vince Kennedy ($1,000)
• Donation to Parks & Recreation from Gauron Fisheries for tree lighting ($1,205)

The Board approved the September 8 meeting minutes with a 3‑0‑1 vote. A unanimous 4‑0‑0 vote approved the consent agenda, including a cemetery deed, Edgewood Drive road closure, Earth & Stone Contracting use of Plaice Cove, donations to the Fire and Parks & Recreation departments, and permits for NH Brewfest, the holiday parade and a gazebo blessing. The Town Clerk’s Thursday office hours were changed to 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., effective Oct 2. The Community Power Aggregation rate was approved at 4 % less than Unitil’s default rate.

• Approved September 8 minutes (vote 3-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda (vote 4-0-0)
• Approved Cemetery Deed for Christine Bean
• Approved closure of Edgewood Drive for Block Party 10/11
• Approved Earth & Stone Contracting use of Plaice Cove 9/24‑12/31
• Approved $1,000 donation to Fire Department (Liz & Vince Kennedy)
• Approved $1,205 Parks & Rec donation (Gauron Fisheries) for Tree Lighting
• Approved Thursday Town Clerk office hours 8 a.m.–6 p.m., effective Oct 2

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hampton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on September 18, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room. Two variance petitions will be considered: one from Ronald & Gayle Casper for 1 Fox Rd (RA zone) seeking dimensional relief under Article II §§2.2.5.1‑2.2.5.2, and one from Barn Realty, Inc. for 931 Ocean Blvd (BS zone) seeking dimensional and parking relief under multiple sections of Articles II and VI. The board will also approve the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting.

• Variance petition – Ronald & Gayle Casper – 1 Fox Rd (RA zone) – dimensional relief (Article II §§2.2.5.1, 2.2.5.2)
• Variance petition – Barn Realty, Inc. – 931 Ocean Blvd (BS zone) – dimensional and parking relief (Article II §§2.1.1, 2.2.5.1, 2.2.8; Article VI §§6.6.3.4, 6.6.3.5, 6.6.3.9)
• Approval of minutes from the August 21, 2025 Zoning Board meeting

The Zoning Board approved the variance petition for Ronald & Gayle Casper at 1 Fox Rd with a 5‑0 vote. The board postponed the Barn Realty petition to the October meeting, passing the motion 4‑0. The minutes were approved as amended with a 4‑0 vote and one abstention.

• Approve Casper variance petition (5‑0)
• Postpone Barn Realty petition to October (4‑0)
• Approve minutes as amended (4‑0, 1 abstention)
• Allow Aquarion Water Company to attend October or November meeting (no vote recorded)

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will hold continued and new public hearings, consider the minutes from September 3, 2025, and discuss several proposed 2026 draft zoning ordinance amendments. Items for discussion include a telecommunication facilities ordinance, residential parking requirements, permanent and temporary outdoor dining rules, and construction provisions for commercial facilities. The board will also hear a draft zoning ordinance amendment presentation from the Rockingham Planning Commission and a zoning ordinance audit discussion from the Horsley Witten Group.

• Rockingham Planning Commission presentation of draft zoning ordinance amendments
• Horsley Witten Group discussion of zoning ordinance audit (September 2025)
• 2026 draft telecommunication facilities ordinance amendment
• 2026 draft residential parking requirements amendment
• 2026 draft permanent and temporary outdoor dining amendment

The Planning Board unanimously moved the draft Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance to a public hearing scheduled for October 29, 2025. It also approved the draft Residential Parking Requirements, Permanent and Temporary Outdoor Dining, and Construction Provisions for Commercial Facilities ordinances for future public hearings. The minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting were approved, and the board adjourned.

• Move Accessory Dwelling Unit draft ordinance to public hearing (7-0-0)
• Approve minutes of September 3, 2025 (6-0-1)
• Move Residential Parking Requirements draft ordinance to public hearing (7-0-0)
• Move Permanent and Temporary Outdoor Dining draft ordinance to public hearing (7-0-0)
• Move Construction Provisions for Commercial Facilities draft ordinance to public hearing (7-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (7-0-0)

Budget Committee

The Hampton Budget Committee meeting will approve the June 7, 2025 minutes and receive a SAU90 budget update from Dr. Lois Costa and Mariah Curtis. The committee will discuss financial matters, hold a budget law workshop, and conduct department tours. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Approval of June 7, 2025 minutes
• SAU90 Budget Update by Dr. Lois Costa and Mariah Curtis
• Discussion of financials
• Budget Law Workshop
• Department tours

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting, with five members in favor, none opposed, and two absent. Afterward, members moved to adjourn the meeting, which passed unanimously. The committee also announced upcoming department tour dates and a budget workshop, but no further votes were taken.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (5-0-2)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

The Hampton Beach Village District will discuss an entertainment update, presentations on digital and print marketing, review old business items, consider new business items, hear public comments, and vote to approve the meeting minutes before adjourning.

• Entertainment update (Amanda)
• Digital marketing presentation (Lisa)
• Print marketing presentation (Amanda)
• Review of old business
• Consideration of new business

The board voted to donate the Village District wagon to the Recreation Department, passing the motion 3‑0. The board also approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting, also by a 3‑0 vote. No old business was reported and the meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.

• Donate Village District wagon to Rec Department (3‑0)
• Approve August 13, 2025 minutes (3‑0)

Planning Board

The Hampton Telecommunications Committee will meet on September 9, 2025. The agenda includes continued discussion of the draft Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance and a discussion of next steps for the ordinance. The committee will also consider the minutes from the July 29, 2025 meeting and note that the date for the next meeting is to be determined.

• Continued discussion of draft Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance
• Discussion of next steps for the ordinance
• Consideration of minutes from July 29, 2025 meeting
• Next meeting date to be determined

The Telecommunications Committee reached consensus to accept the legal counsel and Rockingham Planning Commission edits to every section of the draft Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance. The board also approved the minutes from the July 29, 2025 meeting unanimously. The committee plans to receive an updated draft for the Planning Board on September 17 and a public hearing in November.

• Approved July 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted edits to Co-Location definition
• Accepted edits to Fall Zone definition and diagram
• Accepted edits to Mount definitions
• Accepted edits to Requirements for Telecommunication Facilities: Zoning and Permitting
• Accepted edits to General Requirements
• Accepted edits to Design Requirements
• Accepted edits to Facility Maintenance and Abandonment of Facilities

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to approve cemetery deeds, preservation easements, and several donations. The board will also receive updates on solar projects, voting machines, and road erosion.

• Donations for Tree Lighting: Middleton Lumber $400.00, Patriots Corner Convenient $500.00, Service Credit Union $1,200.00
• Donation for Police Department Mounted Patrol Saddles: Crimeline of the Hamptons $8,163.00
• Preservation Easements: 1 Wayside Farm Lane (Barn) and 459 Exeter Road (Barn and Shed)
• Town Manager reports on solar, voting machines, cable fund, and Exeter Road & Towle Farm Road erosion
• Spelling correction for "McDermot Drive"

The Board voted 4‑0‑0 to deny the permit request to close High Street between Mill Road and Windmill Lane for seven hours in May. The minutes of the August 25, 2025 meeting were approved by a 4‑0‑0 vote. The consent agenda items were approved by a 4‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (4-0-0)
• Denied High Street closure permit (4-0-0)

Heritgage Commission

The Hampton Heritage Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 4, 2025, which has been moved from Patriot Day. The body will consider approving draft minutes and decide whether to change the meeting start time to 5, 6, or 7 PM.

The commission approved the draft minutes from August 14, 2025 with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 pm by a 4‑0 vote. Commissioner Bushway agreed to send Black Heritage Marker letters to the Lane Library for preservation and display.

• Approved draft minutes from 8/14/25 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:45 pm (4-0)
• Commissioner Bushway to send Black Heritage Marker letters to Lane Library

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a preconstruction meeting for a site plan at 200 Drakeside Road. The proposal includes demolishing an existing barn attached to a mixed-use building and replacing it with two one-bedroom apartments while keeping other uses on-site unchanged.

• Demolish existing barn at 200 Drakeside Road
• Replace barn with two one-bedroom apartments
• Preconstruction meeting on site at 2:00 p.m.

The Hampton Planning Board met on September 4, 2025 to review the preconstruction details for 200 Drakeside Road. Attendees discussed pending conditions for a building permit, utility coordination, inspection schedules, and safety requirements. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for five wetlands permits and one driveway permit appeal. The board will also hear a presentation on draft zoning ordinance amendments from the Rockingham Planning Commission.

• Draft Zoning Ordinance Amendments presented by Rockingham Planning Commission
• Wetlands permits for foundation replacements at 515 Winnacunnet Road, 555 Winnacunnet Road, and 7 Chase Street
• Wetlands permit for Aquarion Water Company to replace water mains on Kentville Terrace, Chase Street, and Charles Street
• Wetlands permit for deck removal and vegetation restoration at 7 James Street
• Driveway permit appeal for a second driveway at 35 Milbern Avenue

The Hampton Planning Board unanimously approved wetland permits for three residential foundation projects (25-036, 25-037, 25-038) and a deck removal project (25-040). It also approved a wetland permit for Aquarion Water Company's water‑main replacement on Chase Street, Kentville Terrace, and Charles Street (25-039). Each motion passed with a 7‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved Wetlands Permit for 515 Winnacunnet Rd Unit 6 (25-036) – 7-0-0
• Approved Wetlands Permit for 555 Winnacunnet Rd (25-037) – 7-0-0
• Approved Wetlands Permit for 7 Chase St (25-038) – 7-0-0
• Approved Wetlands Permit for Aquarion Water Co. water‑main project (25-039) – 7-0-0
• Approved Wetlands Permit for 7 James St deck removal (25-040) – 7-0-0

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council will meet to discuss the budget and the Operations Assistant position. The council will also review the status of several warrant article projects.

• Operations Assistant position
• Budget discussion
• Eaton Park drainage project status
• Pavillions project status
• Founders electrical and Court stairs project status

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Council approved multiple warrant items, including a $4,000 portable‑toilet rental, electrical work costing $3,500 and $4,700 for a pole installation, a $1,200 tree planting, a $1,100 field improvement, $21,000 for the Eaton Park ballfield, $5,000 for security cameras, and $13,000 for court crack repairs. An operations assistant is scheduled to start on September 8, with Heidi serving as interim staff until then. Budget cuts were proposed, but no vote or final decision was recorded.

• Approved $4,000 portable‑toilet rental
• Approved $3,500 electrical work for Unitil pole installation
• Approved $4,700 additional electrical work for Unitil pole installation
• Approved $1,200 tree planting (Founders tree)
• Approved $1,100 improvement for Lew Brown Field
• Approved $21,000 work on Eaton Park ballfield
• Approved $5,000 for cameras in the recreation building and Ethan Park
• Approved $13,000 for court crack repairs

Conservation Commission

The Hampton Conservation Commission will review several wetland permit applications for foundation replacements and water main upgrades, along with grant proposals and zoning updates. The meeting also includes a site walk on August 23.

• 515 Winnacunnet Rd. Unit 6 (25-036) Town Wetland Permit
• 555 Winnacunnet Rd. (25-037) Town Wetland Permit
• 7 Chase St. (25-038) Town Wetland Permit
• Chase St., Kentville Terr., and Charles St (25-039) Town Wetland Permit
• 7 James St. (25-040) Town Wetland Permit

The commission approved the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes with edits (vote 6‑0‑1). It unanimously recommended and approved Town Wetland Permits for three residential foundation projects at 515 and 555 Winnacunnet Road and 7 Chase Street (each vote 7‑0). It also approved a Town Wetland Permit for Aquarion Water Company’s water‑main replacement on Chase, Kentville Terrace, and Charles Streets (vote 7‑0) and voted to not oppose the NHDES Standard Dredge and Fill application, to waive the Prime Wetland Waiver, and to waive the right to intervene (vote 7‑0).

• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes with edits (6‑0‑1)
• Approved Town Wetland Permit for 515 Winnacunnet Rd. Unit 6 (7‑0)
• Approved Town Wetland Permit for 555 Winnacunnet Rd. (7‑0)
• Approved Town Wetland Permit for 7 Chase St. with plan amendment (7‑0)
• Approved Town Wetland Permit for Aquarion water‑main project (7‑0)
• Voted not to oppose NHDES dredge/fill, waived Prime Wetland Waiver and right to intervene (7‑0)

Select Board

The Hampton Select Board will hold a public meeting to approve minutes, hear appointments, and discuss a 2026 budget proposal. No formal votes are scheduled, but the board will receive updates on projects, a solar array discussion, and a community choice aggregation presentation.

• 2026 Budget Discussion
• Solar Array Discussion
• Dance Hall Permit: Ashworth by the Sea
• Rockfest Half Marathon & 5k Parade and Public Gathering License 10/05
• Community Choice Aggregation Presentation

The board approved the August 7 and August 11 meeting minutes. It accepted the Finance Director's July financial report. The board authorized drainage easement documents for the Hampton Rail Trail and approved the Rockfest Half Marathon, 5k Parade, and one‑day entertainment licenses for October 5. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0-0)
• Accepted Finance Director July report (5-0-0)
• Approved drainage easement documents and authorized Town Manager signature (5-0-0)
• Approved Rockfest Half Marathon & 5k Parade and One‑day Entertainment Licenses (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hampton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two variance petitions. The board will also review meeting minutes from June and July 2025.

• Variance petition from Salty Paws LLC for use regulation at 9 Anns Ln (Map 126, Lot 16)
• Variance petition from Barton & Mitzi McGirl for dimensional requirements at 25 Mill Rd (Map 177, Lot 16-1)

The Zoning Board declined the variance request for a garage on 25 Mill Road with a 4‑yes, 0‑no vote. It also approved a motion allowing Salty Paws LLC to withdraw its overnight boarding variance petition, also 4‑yes, 0‑no. The Board accepted the June minutes (3‑yes, 2‑abstain) and approved the July minutes as amended (4‑yes, 0‑no, 1‑abstain). The meeting was adjourned at 8:14 p.m.

• Declined garage variance petition for 25 Mill Rd (4 yes, 0 no)
• Allowed Salty Paws LLC to withdraw overnight boarding variance petition (4 yes, 0 no)
• Accepted June meeting minutes as written (3 yes, 2 abstentions)
• Approved July meeting minutes as amended (4 yes, 0 no, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:14 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review three site plan applications. The committee will discuss a large-scale mixed-use project at 169 Ocean Boulevard and two residential condominium developments. Public comment is not permitted at this meeting.

• 169 Ocean Boulevard: Proposed 3,500-seat ballroom, 208-room hotel, 99 condominiums, and 732-space parking garage
• 98 Ashworth Avenue: Proposed demolition of existing building for a 15-unit residential condominium building
• 44 Sweetbriar Lane and Expressway Land: Proposed merger of Lots 29 & 36 for a 19-house single unit multi-family condominium development

The Planning Board reviewed application 25-030 for the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom redevelopment and identified traffic, sewer, lighting, and mitigation concerns. The Board recommended additional traffic studies, lighting redesign, and sewer capacity work, and noted that final approval cannot be made until those issues are resolved. The Board also reviewed application 25-031 for 98 Ashworth Avenue, noting demolition and new condominium plans, a lighting plan, and sewer testing, but made no final decision. Both items were deferred for further review and will be considered at future meetings.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hear from State Representative Chris Muns regarding potential housing legislation. The board will also continue its review of an initial analysis and discussion points from consultants regarding a Zoning Ordinance Audit.

• Presentation by State Representative Chris Muns on potential housing legislation
• Continued review of Zoning Ordinance Audit initial analysis

The Board voted 7-0-0 to approve the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously (7-0-0). The Board discussed a range of housing‑related proposals presented by State Rep. Chris Muns, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (7-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (7-0-0)

Heritgage Commission

The Hampton Heritage Commission will discuss updates on historic house markers, a funding decision for the 'What Z It-WHER EZ It Map,' and review the preservation strategy for the Blacksmith Shop. The meeting also includes a debrief on the Black Heritage Marker and a review of demolition permits.

• Historic house markers policy for properties too old for town database
• Funding decision for 'What Z It-WHER EZ It Map of Hampton'
• Preservation strategy review for Blacksmith Shop
• Black Heritage Marker debrief
• Review of demolition permits

The Heritage Commission approved the draft minutes from July 25 with a 5-0 vote. No substantive actions or approvals were taken on project updates or new business. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5-0 vote.

• Approved draft minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board and Master Plan Implementation Committee will hold an initial walking tour of the Town Center Study Area on August 18, 2025, beginning at Depot Square gazebo. The tour aims to document existing conditions via photos and notes ahead of a community design charrette scheduled for October 2025.

• Walking tour of Town Center Study Area on August 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM starting at Depot Square gazebo
• Purpose: document existing conditions for October 2025 community design charrette

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

The Hampton Beach Village District will meet to discuss entertainment and marketing. The agenda includes presentations from the Boston Circus Guild and staff members regarding digital and print marketing.

• Presentation by Michael Mooch of Boston Circus Guild
• Entertainment update from Amanda
• Digital marketing update from Lisa
• Print marketing update from Amanda H.

The board voted to approve the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting, with a 3‑yes, 0‑no vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on beach safety, upcoming events, and marketing efforts.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (3‑0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing regarding the use of unanticipated funds for the Hampton Mounted Patrol. The board will also vote on a deed restriction release for 7 James Street.

• Public hearing to apply for and expend unanticipated monies over $30,000 for Hampton Mounted Patrol
• Vote on RSA 41:14-a Release of Deed Restriction for 7 James Street (Map 152, Lot 5)
• Dance Hall and Pool Table permits for Mac Restaurant Group and Water’s Edge Yacht Club
• Parade and Public Gathering License for Global War on Terrorism Monument Remembrance Ceremony 9/11
• Nomination of Health Officer Gregory Arvanitis and Deputy Health Officer Dennis Howe

The Select Board voted 4-0-0 to accept and expend a donation exceeding $30,000 from the Friends of the Hampton Mounted Patrol for two horses and barn costs. They also approved the June 2025 financial report, the consent agenda items, and a modification to a deed restriction. The Board authorized the Seafood Festival requests, parking permits for Huckleberry Lane and 19 Dumas Ave, and the purchase of pedestrian crossing signs from the Pedestrian and Traffic Safety Fund. Finally, they authorized a letter to the federal delegation supporting Swift Currents funding.

• Accepted $30,000+ donation for Hampton Mounted Patrol (4-0-0)
• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (4-0-0)
• Approved modification of Deed #4 (4-0-0)
• Approved Seafood Festival requests (3-0-1)
• Approved parking request for Huckleberry Lane (4-0-0)
• Approved parking pass for 19 Dumas Ave (4-0-0)
• Authorized purchase of 6 pedestrian crossing signs for 2025 and up to 10 for 2026 (4-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will review proposals for solar photovoltaic system arrays. The meeting includes presentations or discussions regarding submissions from two specific companies.

• Solar photovoltaic system array proposal from Kearsarge Solar LLC
• Solar photovoltaic system array proposal from Revision Energy Inc.

Select Board

The Select Board will review proposals for solar photovoltaic system arrays. The meeting includes presentations from two specific energy companies.

• Proposal from Kearsarge Solar LLC
• Proposal from Revision Energy Inc.

The board voted 4‑0‑0 to allow Cinamon Rainbow one town parking space for surf‑board delivery and pickup. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4‑0‑0 vote. No formal decisions were made on the solar photovoltaic proposals.

• Approved parking space for Cinamon Rainbow (4-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider increasing various notification and subdivision fees. The board will also review a request to make a temporary beach bar permanent and discuss zoning amendments for accessory dwelling units.

• Proposed fee increases: Legal Notice Fee from $50 to $100; Abutters/Owners/Professionals from $10 to $15
• Proposed subdivision fee changes: Base fees ranging from $200 to $600 plus per-lot fees
• Amended Site Plan for 95 Ocean Boulevard & 4 J Street to make a temporary beach bar permanent
• Draft Zoning Ordinance Amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units presented by Rockingham Planning Commission
• Removal of Conditional Use Permit for Accessory Dwelling Unit due to NH House Bill 577

The Hampton Planning Board adopted a revised fee schedule for site‑plan and subdivision applications, with a 7‑0‑0 vote. It also granted a waiver and approved the amended site plan for 95 Ocean Boulevard and 4 J Street, each passing 6‑0‑1. The board approved the minutes from the July 16 meeting with a 5‑0‑2 vote.

• Adopt new fee schedule (legal notice, abutter, professional fees increased) – vote 7-0-0
• Grant Waiver Request for Site Plan Review Regulations Section V.E. – vote 6-0-1 (Loiseau recused)
• Approve Amended Site Plan for 95 Ocean Blvd & 4 J St with noise condition – vote 6-0-1 (Loiseau recused)
• Approve minutes of July 16, 2025 meeting – vote 5-0-2 (Carnaby, Lessard opposed)
• Withdrawn case 23 Josephine Drive noted – no action taken

Planning Board

The Telecommunications Committee will meet to discuss a draft Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance and determine next steps. The body will also consider the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion of Draft Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance

The Telecommunications Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. The committee adopted action items assigning Mr. Bachand to draft revisions to Sections 6.14.1 through 6.14.5, add a Fall Zone diagram, consult with Ms. Rowden and the Town Attorney, and prepare a second draft for the next meeting. The next meeting was scheduled for September 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved May 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted action items assigning Mr. Bachand to draft revisions to Sections 6.14.1‑6.14.5
• Adopted action item assigning Mr. Bachand to add a Fall Zone diagram
• Adopted action item assigning Mr. Bachand to consult with Ms. Rowden and the Town Attorney
• Adopted action item assigning Mr. Bachand to prepare a second draft for the next meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for September 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a second hearing regarding a deed restriction release for a property on James Street. The board will also review permits for the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom and the Ragnar Reach the Beach event.

• Second hearing for RSA 41:14-a Release of Deed Restriction at 7 James Street (Map 152, Lot 5)
• One-day Entertainment and Parade licenses for Ragnar Reach the Beach on 09/13
• Road closure for Lancaster St, Briar Rd, and North Shore Rd on 08/16
• Dance Hall Permit for Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom and Victoria Inn
• WWDC purchase request for sensors and pumps

The Board approved the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0‑0 vote. The Board also approved the consent‑agenda items—including a cemetery deed, a dance hall permit, one‑day entertainment and parade licenses, and a road closure—by a 5‑0‑0 vote. No other motions were decided during this meeting.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (vote 5-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (cemetery deed, dance hall permit, entertainment license, parade license, road closure) (vote 5-0-0)

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council will review project updates for Eaton Park, a 2-bay garage, and Don Butler Fence Replacement, as well as discuss future inline rink scenarios and pavilion updates. The council will also hear a director report on program updates and consider new sponsors and camp registration.

• Eaton Park project update
• 2-bay garage project update
• Don Butler Fence Replacement update
• Future inline rink scenarios discussion
• Pavilion updates discussion

Planning Board

The Plan Review Committee is holding a second meeting regarding a site plan for 169 Ocean Boulevard. The proposal involves a mixed-use redevelopment of the Casino Ballroom site. Public comment is not permitted at this specific committee meeting.

• Redevelopment of 169 Ocean Boulevard (Map 287 Lot 33)
• Proposed 3,500-seat Casino Ballroom event venue
• Proposed 208-room boutique hotel with event hall
• Proposed 97 residential condominium units
• Proposed 655-space enclosed and conditioned parking garage

The Planning Review Committee reviewed the Hampton Beach Casino redevelopment application, noting updates to parking counts, unit numbers, and requesting further traffic, pedestrian, sewer and landscaping information. The Committee concluded that another PRC meeting is needed before the project proceeds to the Planning Board. It set the next meeting for August 20 with a resubmission deadline of August 6, and a follow‑up meeting for September 24 with a resubmission deadline of September 3.

• Scheduled additional PRC meeting (consensus)
• Set August 20 PRC meeting; applicant resubmission due August 6
• Set September 24 PRC meeting; applicant resubmission due September 3

Planning Board

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will discuss 2025 priorities, specifically focusing on the Town Center Study Area. The body will also review updates on a zoning ordinance audit and a housing grant.

• Town Center Study Area walking tour and Plan NH Community Design Charrette
• Zoning Ordinance Audit update
• Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant update
• Funding strategy for Economic Development Director
• Revision of the Master Plan Action Items table

The Committee unanimously approved the June 25, 2025 minutes with a correction to note Mr. Gilligan’s presence. Members reached consensus to label action‑item years by calendar year instead of “Year 0, Year 1,” and to add an “Ongoing” status while renaming “Incomplete” to “Not Started.” The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved June 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted calendar‑year labeling for Master Plan action items (consensus)
• Added “Ongoing” status and renamed “Incomplete” to “Not Started” (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several applications for foundation replacements and retrofits to meet floodplain and FEMA compliance. The body will also consider a drainage project for Eaton Park and review the 2026 budget.

• Foundation elevation at 7 Chase St.
• Foundation replacement at 555 Winnacunnet Rd.
• Foundation replacement at 515 Winnacunnet Rd. Unit 6
• Foundation retrofitting at 10 Ancient Hwy and 1048 Ocean Blvd
• Underdrain and outlet pipe installation at Eaton Park

The Conservation Commission unanimously approved the chair’s authority to sign NHDES permits for six flood‑plain projects and waived its right to intervene on each. It also approved $3,840 from the Conservation Fund for baseline documentation of the Lessard and Meadow Pond parcels. The Q2 financial report noted a $570 receipt and about $700 interest earned, and a draft FY2026 budget was presented.

• Approved NHDES expedited permit for 7 Chase St (7-0-0)
• Waived right to intervene on 555 Winnacunnet Rd permit (7-0-0)
• Waived right to intervene on 515 Winnacunnet Rd permit (7-0-0)
• Approved NHDES expedited permit for 10 Ancient Hwy (7-0-0)
• Approved NHDES expedited permit for 1048 Ocean Blvd (7-0-0)
• Approved Eaton Park underdrain application and waived intervention (7-0-0)
• Approved $3,840 funding for baseline reports on Lessard and Meadow Pond parcels (7-0-0)
• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (6-0-1, 1 abstention)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider petitions for variances regarding dimensional requirements and allowable uses. One requested petition has been withdrawn.

• Continued petition for dimensional variances at 11 Great Boars Head Ave
• Petition for dimensional variances at 12 Susan Ln
• Petition for allowable uses and specific use regulations at Expressway Land and 44 Sweetbriar Ln
• Withdrawn petition for dimensional and parking variances at 931 Ocean Blvd

The Zoning Board voted 4‑0‑1 to let Barn Realty withdraw Petition 23‑25 for 931 Ocean Blvd. It then unanimously approved the subdivision of the lot at 11 Great Boars Head Ave and the associated side‑setback variances, with conditions on deed restrictions and future construction. The board also unanimously approved the amended stair design for 12 Susan Ln after public comment.

• Approved withdrawal of Petition 23‑25 (931 Ocean Blvd) – vote 4 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain
• Approved subdivision of 11 Great Boars Head Ave and related variances – vote 5 yes, 0 no
• Approved amended stair variance for 12 Susan Ln – vote 5 yes, 0 no

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss initial analysis and major points from consultants regarding a Zoning Ordinance Audit. The board will also address a permit extension and a community design application.

• Zoning Ordinance Audit review of initial analysis
• Wetlands Permit Extension request for 10-14 Sapphire Avenue
• Plan NH Community Design Charrette Application update

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting (vote 4‑0‑2). It granted a six‑month extension of the wetlands permit for 10‑14 Sapphire Avenue, extending it to February 2, 2026 (vote 6‑0‑0). The board also discussed a zoning ordinance audit but made no formal decisions on those items.

• Approved July 2, 2025 minutes (4‑0‑2)
• Granted Wetlands Permit Extension through Feb 2, 2026 (6‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0‑0)

Trustees of the Trust Fund

The Trustees of the Trust Fund will meet to review the investment performance of funds. The meeting includes standard reviews of minutes, old business, and new business.

• Review of investment performance of funds

The trustees unanimously approved the April 15, 2024 meeting minutes. They authorized a $171.70 distribution from the Campbell Sports Scholarship Trust Fund to the town and a corresponding journal entry. They also approved reimbursement of $70 to Chairman Mackensen for trustee‑training expenses. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 15, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $171.70 distribution from Campbell Sports Scholarship Trust Fund (5-0-0)
• Approved $70 reimbursement for trustee training expenses (4-0-1)

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a first hearing regarding a deed restriction release for 7 James Street. The board is also discussing sewer use fees and reviewing several event permits and licenses.

• First hearing for RSA 41:14-a Release of Deed Restriction at 7 James Street
• Donations to Parks & Recreation: $4,000 for gazebo benches, $250 for Summer Camp, and $200 for Tree Lighting
• Discussion on Sewer Use Fee
• Petition Pole Licenses for small cell wireless installations at 445 and 610 Lafayette Road
• Approval of 8 abatements and denial of 20 abatements for 2024

The Select Board unanimously accepted the MRI assessor’s recommendations, approving eight 2024 abatements and denying twenty. The Board also approved the June 23, 2025 minutes, moved the consent agenda items, and closed the first hearing on the 7 James Street deed‑restriction release. All votes were recorded as unanimous.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Moved consent agenda items including veteran's credit and lease actions (5-0-0)
• Accepted MRI assessor recommendations: 8 abatements approved, 20 denied (5-0-0)
• Closed first hearing on 7 James Street deed‑restriction release (no vote)
• Allowed Sel. Grip to participate by phone (4-0-0)
• Approved five‑minute recess (5-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Hampton Conservation Commission will meet to discuss proposed 2026 federal budget cuts to Coastal Zone Management (CZM).

• Review of proposed 2026 Federal Budget Cuts to CZM

The commission agreed to draft and send a letter urging continued funding for the Coastal Zone Management Act and related programs. The letter will be signed by Chair Deborah Wrobel, list all commission members, and be sent to the congressional delegates. Staff member Brianna Hagan will incorporate the suggested edits and the chair will sign the letter later that day. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Send supportive letter to congressional delegates for CZM funding (decided)
• Letter to be signed by Chair Deborah Wrobel and list commission members (decided)
• Brianna Hagan to incorporate edits to the letter (decided)
• Chair Deborah Wrobel to sign the letter later that day (decided)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (vote 4-0)

Heritgage Commission

The Heritage Commission will discuss the release of a deed restriction for a property at 7 James Street. The body will also provide updates on historic markers and the Blacksmith Shop.

• RSA 41:14-a Release of Deed Restriction for 7 James Street (Map 152, Lot 5)
• Updates on Historic House Markers
• Updates on 'What Z It-Wher Ez It' Map of Hampton
• Blacksmith Shop updates
• Black Heritage Marker event

The Hampton Heritage Commission voted 4‑0 to approve the draft minutes from June 19, 2025. It also voted 4‑0 to adopt a motion not to oppose the RSA 41:14a proceedings to release town‑owned deed restrictions on 7 James St., Lot 5‑1. The meeting then proceeded to updates and was adjourned.

• Approved draft minutes from 6/19/25 (4-0)
• Approved motion not to oppose RSA 41:14a deed‑restriction release (4-0)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

The Hampton Beach Village District will meet to discuss updates from the State Park and DNCR. The agenda also includes reports on entertainment, digital marketing, and print marketing.

• Reports from Meredith Collins and Pat Murphy regarding State Park and DNCR
• Entertainment update from Amanda
• Digital marketing update from Lisa
• Print marketing update from Amanda H

The Hampton Beach Village District board approved the minutes from the June 14, 2025 meeting with a 3‑yes, 0‑no vote. The meeting also included reports on beach safety rescues, upcoming entertainment events, and marketing activities, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 14, 2025 minutes (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct new public hearings regarding a wetlands permit and a condominium conversion. The board will also receive updates on the Master Plan Implementation Committee and the SolSmart Program.

• Public hearing for 1072 Ocean Boulevard to repair cement stairs and riprap area
• Public hearing for 12 Johnson Avenue to convert a 2-unit dwelling to condominium ownership
• Waiver request for Site Plan Review Regulations Section V.E. at 12 Johnson Avenue
• Update from the June 25, 2025, Master Plan Implementation Committee meeting
• SolSmart Program update

The board granted a wetlands permit for 1072 Ocean Boulevard with Conservation Commission conditions. It also approved a waiver for site‑plan review regulations and authorized the conversion of 12 Johnson Avenue to condominium ownership, subject to the Town Planner’s and DPW memoranda. All motions passed unanimously with a 6‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved Wetlands Permit for 1072 Ocean Blvd (6-0-0)
• Approved Waiver Request for Site Plan Review Regulations Section V.E. (6-0-0)
• Approved condominium conversion for 12 Johnson Avenue (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes of June 18, 2025 meeting (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Hampton Beach Area Commission

The commission will review current budget expenditures and discuss various beach projects. The meeting includes updates on the casino plan for the Plan Review Board and the Economic Development Annex to the Hampton Beach Master Plan.

• Current budget expenditures
• Beach projects
• Casino plan for the Plan Review Board
• Economic Development Annex to Hampton Beach Master Plan

The commission accepted Tracy Emerick’s resignation as chair. A motion was approved for Vice Chair Patricia Bushway to serve as acting chair until the October reorganization election. The meeting was then adjourned at about 7:50 p.m.

• Accepted Chair Tracy Emerick’s resignation; Vice Chair Patricia Bushway to serve as acting chair until October (motion passed 5-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting at ~7:50 p.m. (motion passed)

Planning Board

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will discuss 2025 priorities, specifically focusing on the Town Center Study Area. The body will also review updates on zoning and housing grants.

• Town Center Study Area walking tour coordination
• Zoning Ordinance Audit update
• Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant update
• Funding strategy for Economic Development Director
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) review and comparison

The Master Plan Implementation Committee approved the May 28 minutes and adjourned the meeting unanimously. It decided to cancel the normally scheduled August meeting and replace it with a walking tour of the downtown study area. The Committee also agreed to revise the business‑owner survey wording, have the Planning Office draft the new questions, and to have subgroups report priority updates at the September 24 meeting. Ms. Novotney was tasked with posting the CIP review to the town website.

• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)
• Cancelled the scheduled August meeting; will hold downtown walking tour instead (consensus)
• Updated survey wording to business‑owner perspective; Planning Office to draft revised questions (consensus)
• Directed subgroups to review priority levels and report at September 24 meeting (consensus)
• Assigned Ms. Novotney to post CIP Review and Comparison on Master Plan and CIP webpages (consensus)

Planning Board

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review site plans for two development projects. These reviews precede public hearings held by the Planning Board.

• Redevelopment of 169 Ocean Boulevard: 3,500-seat event venue, 208-room hotel, 97 condominiums, and 655-space parking garage
• 98 Ashworth Avenue: Demolition of existing building for a 15-unit residential condominium building
• Waiver request for 98 Ashworth Avenue regarding Stormwater Management Plan regulations

The Planning Board held a review of the proposed redevelopment at 169 Ocean Boulevard, which includes a casino ballroom, hotel, condominiums, and parking garage. Members presented comments on fire safety, water service, drainage, traffic, and site design, and indicated that memoranda will be provided to the applicant. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review two town wetland permit applications and discuss land conservation strategies. The body will also consider a request regarding RSA 41:14-a for 7 James St.

• Town Wetland Permit for 1072 Ocean Blvd to repair cement stair and riprap area
• Town Wetland Permit for 558 Winnacunet Rd to replace a 1-story house with a 2-story house
• RSA 41:14-a Request for 7 James St.
• Review of RCCD Baseline Documentation Report Proposal
• Discussion on Land Conservation Strategy

The commission approved the minutes from the May 27 meeting (5‑0‑2). It unanimously approved a Town Wetland Permit for 1072 Ocean Blvd with standard stipulations (7‑0) and also approved the NHDES Expedited Minimum Impact recommendation for the same site (7‑0). A separate application for a new two‑story house at 588 Winnacunet Rd received unanimous approval of the NHDES Standard Dredge and Fill permit (7‑0). No decision was recorded on the deed‑restriction request for 7 James St.

• Approved May 27 minutes (5‑0‑2, M. Hiller and D. Wrobel abstained)
• Approved Town Wetland Permit for 1072 Ocean Blvd (7‑0)
• Approved NHDES Expedited Minimum Impact for 1072 Ocean Blvd (7‑0)
• Approved NHDES Standard Dredge and Fill permit for 588 Winnacunet Rd (7‑0)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider 18 tax abatement approvals and 9 denials. The board is also reviewing a sponsorship for the annual tree lighting and receiving a water company update.

• Approval of 18 tax abatements and denial of 9
• Acceptance of $3,000 for Founders Park electric service and $1,250 for maintenance from Parsons Electric
• Quarterly update from Aquarion Water Company
• Discussion regarding L Street Tavern leased land
• Parade and public gathering license for Bikes & Beers Smuttynose Brewing on 8/2

The Board approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting and the consent agenda items, each by a 5‑0‑0 vote. It accepted the MRI Assessor’s recommendations for 2024 abatements, also unanimously. The Board voted 5‑0‑0 to authorize the Town Manager to purchase a 2024 Ford F‑350 truck for up to $59,710 and to waive Section 718‑5.1 of the Purchasing Policy.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (veteran credits, elderly exemptions, parade licenses) (5-0-0)
• Accepted MRI Assessor recommendations for 2024 abatements (5-0-0)
• Authorized purchase of Ford F‑350 truck up to $59,710 and waived Purchasing Policy Section 718‑5.1 (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will hold a public session and a non-public session under RSA 91-A:3, II (l).

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will discuss an initial zoning ordinance audit by the Horsley Witten Group. The board will also consider requests for change of use, outdoor dining, and the removal of a deed restriction.

• Change of use at 15-17 P Street from residential porch to Italian slush sales
• Temporary outdoor dining application for Wally’s Pub at 144 Ashworth Avenue
• Zoning Ordinance Audit initial analysis by Horsley Witten Group
• Request to remove a deed restriction at 7 James Street to allow for a new residential dwelling
• Extension request for 'active and substantial' status for 144 Ashworth Ave, 6, 8 & 10 Riverview Terrace, and 6 Johnson Avenue

The Planning Board approved a Change of Use for 15‑17 P Street to operate an Italian slush window service. It also approved a temporary outdoor dining permit for 144 Ashworth Avenue and a two‑year extension of the “active and substantial” condition for several properties until June 22 2027. The Board voted to recommend to the Select Board the release of deed restriction #4 on 7 James Street to allow a new residential dwelling. All motions passed unanimously (7‑0‑0).

• Approved Change of Use for 15‑17 P Street (7-0-0)
• Approved Temporary Outdoor Dining Application for 144 Ashworth Ave (7-0-0)
• Approved two‑year extension of “active and substantial” condition to June 22, 2027 (7-0-0)
• Moved RSA 41:14-a Process up in the agenda (7-0-0)
• Recommended release of deed restriction #4 for 7 James Street to the Select Board (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes of June 4, 2025 (7-0-0)
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting (7-0-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review monthly financials and the status of warrant article projects. The meeting includes a discussion on how state and federal cuts will impact the budget.

• Review of monthly financials
• Warrant Article Project Status update
• Revolving Fund History review
• Discussion on budget impact of state and federal cuts

The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. After reviewing financial reports and other updates, the committee unanimously voted to adjourn the June 17, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two variance petitions. The board will determine if applicants may deviate from specific use and dimensional regulations.

• Variance request for use regulations at 23 Josephine Dr (Map 107, Lot 27)
• Variance request for dimensional requirements at 11 Great Boars Head Ave (Map 266, Lot 57)
• Approval of May 15, 2025 meeting minutes

The board voted 4‑0 to approve the Marshall family's petition for variances allowing an accessory dwelling unit on 23 Josephine Drive. It also voted 4‑0 to postpone the Great Boars Head Development petition to the July meeting. The May meeting minutes were accepted as amended.

• Approved ADU variance petition for 23 Josephine Dr. (4‑0)
• Postponed Great Boars Head Development petition to July meeting (4‑0)
• Accepted May meeting minutes as amended (3‑0‑1)

Heritgage Commission

The Heritage Commission will receive updates on several ongoing historical projects. The body will also review demolition permits.

• Black Heritage Marker update
• Historic House Markers update
• What Zit-Where Zit Map of Hampton update
• Blacksmith Shop update
• Demolition permits review

The commission approved the draft minutes from May 8, 2025 with a 4‑0 vote. No substantive policy or project decisions were made; the meeting covered updates on the Black Heritage Marker, historic house markers, and the Blacksmith Shop, and discussed possible budget line items and future events. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved draft minutes from May 8, 2025 (vote 4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Carleigh Beriont)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

The Hampton Beach Village District will meet to receive updates on sand sculpting and marketing. The body will also address old and new business.

• Sand sculptor updates
• Print marketing update from Amanda Heintzeman
• Marketing updates from Amanda (Harbor Agency) and Lisa

The board voted to split the expense of recording Hampton Beach Area Commission meetings with the Town of Hampton, covering up to $600. The minutes from the April 9 and May 14, 2025 meetings were also approved. All motions passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Approved splitting cost up to $600 with Town of Hampton for HBAC meeting recordings (3‑0)
• Approved the minutes of April 9, 2025 (3‑0)
• Approved the minutes of May 14, 2025 (2‑0‑1 abstention)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a water tower agreement with the Town of Exeter. The meeting includes approvals for various entertainment and parade licenses and a review of 2024 tax abatements.

• Town of Exeter Water Tower Agreement
• Approval of 22 tax abatements and denial of 2
• Donation of $750.00 to Conservation Commission from Rain Barrel Auction
• Donations of $500.00 for Comfort Dog and $500.00 for K-9 to Police Department
• Access to Tax Map 40 Lot 4A, Service Road off Falcone Circle

The board allowed Selectman Grip to participate by phone and approved the May 19 minutes. It moved the consent agenda, accepted the MRI assessor's 2024 abatement recommendations, and ordered the Town Manager to obtain cost estimates for legal research and a surveyor to re‑establish the sidewalk green line. The board also approved splitting the cost of the HBAC minutes‑taker and agreed to move forward with the road‑layout plan (Concept C) for Tax Map 40 Lot 4A.

• Allowed Sel. Grip to join by phone (4-0-0)
• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes as amended (5-0-0)
• Moved consent agenda items (5-0-0)
• Accepted MRI assessor recommendations for 2024 abatements (5-0-0)
• Directed Town Manager to obtain legal‑research and surveyor costs for re‑establishing green line (5-0-0)
• Approved split of HBAC minutes‑taker cost between town and Village District, revisit in a year (5-0-0)
• Board consensus to proceed with road‑layout Concept C for Tax Map 40 Lot 4A, to send to attorneys (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings for four development projects, including site plan amendments and a condominium conversion. The board will also receive an update from the Master Plan Implementation Committee.

• 17 & 19 L Street: Amended site plan for L Street Tavern to add a deck
• 67 & 73 Ocean Boulevard: Lot merger and construction of an egress addition and raised deck
• 3 Perkins Avenue: Conversion of a 3-unit residential building to condominiums
• 3 Boars Head Terrace: Replacement of a 2-unit structure with a new 3-unit multi-family structure

The Board unanimously approved the amended site plan for the L Street Tavern project (25‑024) with conditions from the Town Planner’s memorandum. It also approved the amended site plan for the Fleury Group project at 67 & 73 Ocean Boulevard (25‑025) under the same conditions. The Board approved a waiver request for the 3 Perkins Avenue condominium conversion (25‑026) and approved the conversion itself, both subject to the Town Planner’s memorandum.

• Approved L Street Tavern amended site plan (25‑024) – vote 7-0-0
• Approved Ocean Boulevard amended site plan (25‑025) – vote 7-0-0
• Approved waiver request for 3 Perkins Avenue (25‑026) – vote 7-0-0
• Approved condominium conversion for 3 Perkins Avenue (25‑026) – vote 7-0-0

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council will meet to discuss summer camp staffing and the status of Collette Travel. The body will also review plans for the Party in the Park and the rededication of Bicentennial Park.

• Summer Camp status and staffing
• Party in the Park with PTA on June 7
• Rededication of Bicentennial Park on June 14
• Tree Lighting Committee
• USS Hampton Fun

The advisory council voted to approve the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Chuck, seconded by Tim, and passed with all members in favor. No other formal decisions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Board

The committee will review project updates from the Town Planner and discuss implementation priorities for 2025. The meeting includes a review of the Capital Improvement Plan and a potential letter of support for a Plan NH Community Design Charrette application.

• Town Center Study Area identified as overall top priority for 2025
• Zoning Ordinance Reorganization and Audit update
• Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant update
• Funding concept for Economic Development Director
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) review and comparison

The Master Plan Implementation Committee voted unanimously to submit a letter of support for the Plan NH Community Design Charrette opportunity. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting, with three members abstaining. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved letter of support for Plan NH Community Design Charrette (unanimous)
• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes (passed; McGuirk, A.Galanis, Grier abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Hampton Conservation Commission will meet to review minutes, discuss a subdivision project on Falcon Circle, and consider tree removal on Hutchinson Drive. The commission will also address new business items like intern purchases, dune repair, and vernal pool assessments.

• Falcon Circle Subdivision- Conceptual Consultation with TF Moran (6-7 lots proposed)
• Tree removal- Hutchinson Drive
• GEI Continued Contract
• Victory Garden Update- New plots, Porta Potty, Blacksmith Shop
• PREPA Grant project update and next steps- Vernal Pools

The commission voted 6‑0 to recommend Concept C for the Falcon e Circle subdivision, urging the Select Board to adopt wetland buffer signage and deed language. It also approved a $2,700 payment to remove two hazardous trees on conservation land at 28 Hutchinson Drive (6‑0). Additional actions included approving a $275 per month cost split for the Victory Garden porta‑potty, and moving forward with purchasing field compasses within the budget.

• Approved April 15 minutes (5‑0‑1, D. Shaw abstained)
• Recommended Concept C subdivision with wetland buffer language (6‑0)
• Approved $2,700 payment for tree removal on Hutchinson Drive (6‑0)
• Approved $275/month cost split for Victory Garden porta‑potty (6‑0)
• Approved moving forward on compass purchases within budget (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn passed (6‑0)

Hampton Beach Area Commission

The commission will review current budget items and discuss projects for Ashworth Ave and the Casino plan. The body will also address a vacancy for a new commissioner and an Economic Development Annex to the Hampton Beach Master Plan.

• Ashworth Ave beach projects
• Casino plan presented to the Zoning Board
• Economic Development Annex to Hampton Beach Master Plan
• Appointment of a new commissioner to fill a vacancy
• Current budget review

The commission could not adopt the minutes from the previous meeting due to lack of a quorum. The board discussed several New Hampshire Department of Transportation beach projects, funding challenges, a potential shift of project management to the town, the Planning Board's request to expand outdoor sidewalk dining, and the status of the HBAC website funding. No votes or approvals were recorded.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider two applications for temporary outdoor dining. The board will also discuss a letter of support for a Plan NH Community Design Charrette application.

• Temporary outdoor dining application for 320 Lafayette Road (three parking spaces)
• Temporary outdoor dining application for 888 Lafayette Road (enclosed fenced area)
• Letter of support for Plan NH Community Design Charrette application

The Board voted 6‑0‑0 to approve a temporary outdoor dining permit for 320 Lafayette Road, requiring a fire inspection and limiting use to 2025. It also voted 6‑0‑0 to approve a temporary outdoor dining permit for 888 Lafayette Road, adding fire, occupancy and grease‑trap requirements, also limited to 2025. Additional motions to adopt minutes, submit a letter of support for a community design charrette, and adjourn the meeting all passed unanimously.

• Approved temporary outdoor dining permit for 320 Lafayette Road (6-0-0)
• Approved temporary outdoor dining permit for 888 Lafayette Road (6-0-0)
• Adopted minutes of May 7, 2025 meeting (4-0-2)
• Submitted letter of support for Plan NH Community Design Charrette (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Budget Committee

The Hampton, NH Municipal Budget Committee will meet on May 20, 2025, to review the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss the March 2025 monthly financials. No substantive decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

The committee voted 8-0-0 to approve the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the May 20, 2025 meeting also passed unanimously (8-0-0). No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss appointments for the MRI Assessor and Director of DPW. The meeting includes reviews of local limits and inflow and infiltration studies. Other business includes cemetery deeds and 2025 exemptions and credits.

• Appointment of Ed Tinker as MRI Assessor for 2024 Abatements
• Designation of authority for Local Limits Study
• Designation of authority for Inflow and Infiltration Study
• Approval of cemetery deeds for Andrews and Castor
• Review of three 2025 Exemption & Credits

The Select Board authorized a $595,000 grant to fund the Restoring NH Salt Marshes project. It approved the L Street Tavern entertainment license and one‑day permits, each with a condition that sound equipment be oriented inward. The Board also approved the April minutes, moved the consent agenda (except the L Street items), and approved a tax deed and payment agreement.

• Authorized $595,000 grant for Restoring NH Salt Marshes (5-0-0)
• Approved L Street Tavern entertainment license with inward‑facing equipment condition (5-0-0)
• Approved L Street Tavern one‑day entertainment permits with inward‑facing equipment condition (5-0-0)
• Moved Consent Agenda, except L Street Tavern license items (5-0-0)
• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved tax deeding and payment agreement as recommended (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on five petitions: four requests for variances from dimensional and wetland requirements, and one request for a special exception for use regulations at Hampton Beach Casino. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its April 17 meeting.

• Variance for 7 Jo-Ann Ln — dimensional requirements (Article IV, Sections 4.5.1 and 4.5.3)
• Variance for 32 Ocean Dr — dimensional requirements (Article IV, Section 4.5.2)
• Variances for 555 Winnacunnet Rd — wetland use and dimensional requirements (multiple sections)
• Special exception for 169 Ocean Blvd (Hampton Beach Casino) — use regulations (Article III, Section 3.45)
• Variances for 7 James St — wetland use and dimensional requirements (multiple sections)

The Zoning Board approved variances for 7 Jo‑Ann Ln, 32 Ocean Dr, and 555 Winnacunnet Rd, each with a 5‑yes, 0‑no vote. All five criteria were found met for each petition. No decision was made on the Hampton Beach Casino special‑exception request; the board postponed a vote and will seek further review.

• Approved variance for 7 Jo‑Ann Ln (5‑0)
• Approved variance for 32 Ocean Dr (5‑0)
• Approved variance for 555 Winnacunnet Rd (5‑0)
• No vote taken on Hampton Beach Casino special‑exception; discussion postponed

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

This is a procedural monthly meeting of the Hampton Beach Village Precinct. The board will hear updates on library summer events and recreation programs from Director Rene Boudreau. Other standard items include approval of minutes, public comments, and old/new business. No specific decisions or financial items are listed on the agenda.

• Library summer events update
• Recreation events update with Director Rene Boudreau
• Entertainment and marketing reports (Amanda M., Lisa, Amanda H.)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Public comments period

The May 14, 2025 Hampton Beach Village District meeting consisted of informational updates on library events, recreation programs, entertainment, and marketing initiatives. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the minutes from April 9, 2025 will be reviewed at the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to apply for and accept $595,000 from the NH Department of Environmental Services for a salt marsh restoration project. They will also consider several appointments, including a tax deeding and a DOT 10-year plan for Ashworth Avenue, as well as various licenses and permits for events and entertainment.

• Public Hearing for $595,000 from NH DES for Restoring NH Salt Marshes project
• Appointment of Vivian Considine, Tax Collector, for tax deeding
• Jen Hale, DPW Director, presenting DOT 10-year Plan for Ashworth Avenue
• Smuttynose Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival special event permit and parade license on 5/31
• Discussion of reserved parking spots for veterans and parents with young children

The Select Board authorized $595,000 of state grant money for the Restoring NH Salt Marshes project (5‑0‑0). It approved the minutes from April 21 and April 28, 2025 (4‑0‑1 each). The board moved the consent agenda except for L Street Tavern items, then approved the tavern’s entertainment license and one‑day permits with noise‑control conditions (5‑0‑0 each). It also approved a tax deed and payment agreement for a property with back taxes (5‑0‑0).

• Authorized $595,000 grant for Restoring NH Salt Marshes project (5-0-0)
• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Moved Consent Agenda except L Street Tavern items (5-0-0)
• Approved L Street Tavern entertainment license with inward‑facing equipment condition (5-0-0)
• Approved L Street Tavern one‑day entertainment permits with inward‑facing equipment condition (5-0-0)
• Approved tax deed and payment agreement for back‑tax property (5-0-0)

Heritgage Commission

This is a routine monthly meeting of the Hampton Heritage Commission. The commission will hear public comment, approve draft minutes, and receive updates on ongoing projects including historic house markers, the "What Z It-Where Z It" map of Hampton (with a review of photo descriptions), the blacksmith shop, and the Black heritage marker. No demolition permits are pending. The meeting also includes announcements and planning for future meeting locations.

• Review of photo descriptions for the "What Z It-Where Z It" map of Hampton
• Update on Historic House Markers program
• Update on Blacksmith Shop project
• Update on Black Heritage Marker project
• No demolition permits to review

The commission approved the April meeting minutes. It recorded that the Land & Community Heritage Investment Program approved an invitation to apply for funding for the Blacksmith Shop project. The commission set a July 12 date for the Black Heritage Trail marker unveiling. No demolition permits were issued.

• Approved April meeting minutes
• Recorded LCHIP approval of invitation to apply for funding for Blacksmith Shop
• Scheduled Black Heritage Trail marker unveiling for July 12

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a non-substantive reorganization of the Town of Hampton Zoning Ordinance. The board is also reviewing site plans for multiple multifamily developments and mixed-use projects.

• Zoning Ordinance reorganization and corresponding Site Plan Review Regulation amendments
• 379 and 387 Ocean Boulevard: Proposal for two multifamily buildings with 13 total units
• 1 Liberty Lane East/Liberty Lane: Request to increase unit count from 248 to 252 and a partial waiver for school impact fees
• 427 Lafayette Road: Site plan for a mixed-use building with commercial and residential units plus a single-family townhouse
• 95 Ocean Boulevard & 4 J Street: Temporary outdoor dining application for a back patio

The Planning Board approved a temporary outdoor dining permit for 95 Ocean Boulevard and 4 J Street. It adopted the reorganized Town of Hampton Zoning Ordinance, effective May 16, 2025. It also adopted amendments to the Site Plan Review Regulations to align with the new zoning format, also effective May 16, 2025. The previously filed case for 56 Hobson Avenue was withdrawn.

• Approved Temporary Outdoor Dining permit (95 Ocean Blvd & 4 J St) – vote 5-0-1
• Adopted reorganized Zoning Ordinance – vote 6-0-0, effective May 16, 2025
• Adopted amendments to Site Plan Review Regulations – vote 6-0-0, effective May 16, 2025
• Case 25-011, 56 Hobson Avenue withdrawn (no vote recorded)

Planning Board

The Hampton Telecommunications Committee is meeting to continue reviewing the town's telecommunications ordinances and comparing them with other New Hampshire communities. They will discuss steps for drafting amendments for the 2026 Town Meeting and hear a report from Jennifer Rowden of the Rockingham Planning Commission. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and setting future dates.

• Appointment: Jennifer Rowden, Rockingham Planning Commission, to present
• Continued discussion of member reports comparing Hampton's telecom regulations with other NH communities
• Discussion of anticipated steps for drafting telecommunications amendments for the 2026 Town Meeting
• Consideration of minutes from March 3, 2025
• Setting meeting dates through September 2025

The Telecommunications Committee unanimously approved the March 3, 2025 minutes and set a schedule for drafting a new telecommunications ordinance. Mr. Bachand was tasked with preparing the first draft using the Bedford ordinance as a base, and members must submit feedback by May 23, 2025. The committee scheduled a draft review meeting for July 29, 2025 and a revised‑draft presentation for September 9, 2025, with possible referral to the Planning Board on September 17, 2025. All motions, including adjournment, passed unanimously.

• Approved March 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Assigned Mr. Bachand to prepare first draft of telecommunications ordinance
• Set feedback deadline for committee members: May 23, 2025
• Scheduled draft review meeting for July 29, 2025
• Planned revised draft presentation for September 9, 2025
• Coordinated Ms. Mullen to obtain resources from Rockingham Planning Commission
• Set meeting dates through September 2025
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to apply for, accept, and expend unanticipated monies of $10,000 or more from Crimeline of the Hamptons. The board will also consider consent agenda items including veteran credits, elderly exemptions, cemetery deeds, appointments, and licenses; hear appointments and updates from staff on conservation, rail trail, abatements, and finance; and discuss a resolution from the Lane Library Trustees.

• Public hearing RSA 31:95-b to accept unanticipated monies from Crimeline of the Hamptons
• Conservation Coordinator Brianna Hagan discusses Barkley Property parking area and dune grass plantings at Portsmouth Avenue
• NH DOT Bureau of Right of Way on Rail Trail Project conservation easement
• MRI Assessor reports 12 abatements recommended for approval, 7 for denial
• Resolution proposed by the Lane Library Trustees

The Select Board voted 4‑0 to accept and expend $24,900 of unanticipated Crimeline funds. It also approved a small parking area on North Shore Road, dune‑grass planting and fencing at Portsmouth Avenue, and use of a conservation easement for a rail‑trail drainage project pending required documentation. The Board approved twelve 2025 property‑abatement refunds totaling $36,987.50 and denied seven, and moved the consent agenda.

• Accepted $24,900 Crimeline funds (4-0-0)
• Approved North Shore Road parking area (4-0-0)
• Approved dune‑grass planting and fencing at Portsmouth Ave (4-0-0)
• Approved use of conservation easement for rail‑trail drainage, pending documentation (4-0-0)
• Approved 12 property abatements totaling $36,987.50 (4-0-0)
• Denied 7 property abatements (4-0-0)
• Approved April 14 minutes (4-0-0)
• Moved consent agenda items (4-0-0)

Hampton Beach Area Commission

The Hampton Beach Area Commission will hear public comment, receive a presentation on the Hampton Beach State Park Accessibility Feasibility Study, and adopt February and March minutes. They will review the current budget, discuss the latest architectural plans for 379-387 Ocean Boulevard, and consider appointing a new commissioner to fill a vacancy. The commission will also discuss the Economic Development Annex to the Hampton Beach Master Plan and set the next meeting date.

• Appointment: Hampton Beach State Park Accessibility Feasibility Study presentation by Johanna Lyons of NH State Parks
• Review of current budget by Commissioner Housman
• Latest architectural plans for 379-387 Ocean Boulevard
• New commissioner appointment to represent Hampton
• Discussion of Economic Development Annex to Hampton Beach Master Plan

The Hampton Beach Area Commission adopted the February minutes after a motion by Loiseau, a second by Preston, with Preston abstaining and Watson voting to carry. The corrected March minutes were also adopted after a motion, a second by Rage, Preston abstaining and Watson voting to carry. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Adopted February minutes (vote carried)
• Adopted corrected March minutes (vote carried)

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comment, and discuss old business including the Tree Lighting Committee and warrant article project status. Under new business, members will vote on board positions and review the 2025 budget. The director will provide program updates, followed by another public input period.

• Approval of March 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on Tree Lighting Committee
• Status report on warrant article projects
• Vote on board positions
• Review of 2025 budget

The council reviewed agenda items including approval of the March 26, 2025 minutes, updates from the Tree Lighting Committee and Warrant Article Project, board position voting, the 2025 budget review, and program updates. No approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded in the minutes. The meeting adjourned and the next session is set for May 28, 2025.

Planning Board

The committee will discuss project updates including the Zoning Ordinance Reorganization and Audit, Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant, and a funding concept for an Economic Development Director. They will also review implementation priorities for 2025, with the Town Center Study Area as the top priority, and examine the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Zoning Ordinance Reorganization and Audit update
• Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant discussion
• Funding concept for Economic Development Director
• Town Center Study Area designated as overall top priority for 2025
• Capital Improvement Plan review and comparison with action items

The committee received updates on the zoning ordinance reorganization, a zoning audit contract, the Housing Opportunity Planning grant, and the town’s 2025 implementation priorities. It noted that a public hearing on the zoning reorganization is scheduled for May 7 and that the Planning Board has selected Horsley Witten Group for the zoning audit, with a contract to be finalized before the June 18 Planning Board meeting. No votes or formal approvals were recorded during the session.

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public session to consider a grievance resolution for item 2664. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda; the remainder consists of ceremonial and procedural actions.

• Grievance resolution for 2664

The Select Board discussed the grievance filed by the Hampton Professional Fire Fighters Local 2664 regarding coverage of GLP‑1 weight‑loss medications. After hearing from the union president and reviewing the town's position, the Board voted to deny the grievance. The vote was 3‑1‑0, with Carleigh Beriont voting against the motion.

• Denied grievance for GLP‑1 medication coverage (vote 3‑1‑0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider variance petitions for two properties. The board will also address a continued decision appeal for a property on Boars Head Terr.

• Variance request for 6 Rosa Rd regarding wetland and dimensional requirements
• Variance request for 98 Ashworth Ave regarding dimensional and parking requirements
• Continued ZBA decision appeal for 3 Boars Head Terr

The board elected Erica de Vries as chair, Tom McGuirk as vice chair, and Matt Saunders as clerk. It approved a variance for Christopher Lumenello’s 6 Rosa Rd. property and approved the 98 Ashworth Ave. multi‑family housing project with a 4‑0‑1 vote. The board also adopted Section 14 of its Rules of Procedure and approved recent meeting minutes.

• Re‑elected Erica de Vries as chair (3‑1‑1)
• Elected Tom McGuirk as vice chair (4‑0‑1)
• Appointed Matt Saunders as clerk (4‑0‑1)
• Approved variance petition for 6 Rosa Rd. (5‑0‑0)
• Approved 98 Ashworth Ave. housing project (4‑0‑1)
• Approved minutes of Feb 20 2025 meeting (4‑0‑1)
• Approved minutes of Mar 20 2025 meeting (3‑0‑2)
• Added Section 14 to Rules of Procedure (5‑0‑0)

Planning Board

This is a regular meeting with no public hearings scheduled. The board will consider minutes and discuss several planning initiatives, including a zoning ordinance audit consultant selection, a Housing Champions Program, and findings from a SolSmart zoning review. No votes or binding decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Consultant selection for Zoning Ordinance Audit
• Discussion of Housing Champions Program
• SolSmart Zoning Review – discussion of findings
• Initial zoning amendment ideas for 2026
• Master Plan Implementation Committee administrative procedure

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 2 meeting. It selected the Horsley Witten Group to conduct the town’s zoning ordinance audit and authorized contract negotiations. The board also approved proceeding with the Housing Champions Program application. Finally, the board adopted an amended administrative procedure for the Master Plan Implementation Committee, changing the attendance rule to three consecutive absences.

• Approved minutes of April 2, 2025 (7-0-0)
• Selected Horsley Witten Group for zoning ordinance audit (7-0-0)
• Approved proceeding with Housing Champions Program application (7-0-0)
• Adopted amended Master Plan Implementation Committee procedure (attendance rule changed) (7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Trustees of the Trust Fund

The Trustees of the Trust Fund will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and review how funds are performing. The agenda also includes time for old business, new business, and public comments.

• Review of investment performance of funds

The board elected Warren Mackensen as Chair (3‑0‑1), Joyce Skaperdas as Vice‑Chair (4‑0‑0) and Corey O’Neil as Bookkeeper (4‑0‑0). They approved several fund disbursements, including $100,000 for SAU 21 health‑care costs and $80,722.50 for school‑building repairs, each passing unanimously. Additional future‑repair payments of $13,925, $19,965 and $6,432.23 were also approved.

• Elected Warren Mackensen Chair (3-0-1)
• Elected Joyce Skaperdas Vice‑Chair (4-0-0)
• Elected Corey O’Neil Bookkeeper (4-0-0)
• Approved $100,000 health‑care disbursement (4-0-0)
• Approved $80,722.50 school‑building repair disbursement (4-0-0)
• Approved $13,925 future HVAC repair disbursement (4-0-0)
• Approved $19,965 future sprinkler repair disbursement (4-0-0)
• Approved $6,432.23 firefighters gear disbursement (4-0-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review monthly financial reports from February 2025. Members will also discuss the Capital Improvement Plan and the proposed schedule for the 2025/2026 budget process.

• February 2025 monthly financials
• Capital Improvement Plan
• 2025/2026 Budget Committee proposed schedule
• Department tours

The committee approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting with a 6‑0‑3 vote. They also appointed Ale ks as the Budget Committee’s representative on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Council, voting 9‑0‑0. No other actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and discussion.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (6-0-3)
• Approved Ale ks as Parks & Rec Advisory Council representative (9-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review two permit applications: an after-the-fact town wetland permit for parking lot restoration at 415 Ocean Blvd, and a minor impact permit for a hot tub installation at 60 Beach Plum Way. The commission will also discuss a Land Conservation Strategy and next steps for Ice Pond and Grist Mill Pond. Old business includes updates on the Town Forest Stewardship Plan and Earth Month.

• After-the-fact wetland permit (25-018) for parking lot restoration and repavement at 415 Ocean Blvd (Map 265 Lot 15)
• NHDES minor impact permit for an 11x7 foot hot tub area at 60 Beach Plum Way within 100-foot tidal buffer
• Land Conservation Strategy discussion
• Next steps for Ice Pond and Grist Mill Pond
• Town Forest Stewardship Plan and Earth Month update

The Hampton Conservation Commission voted 5‑0 to recommend an after‑the‑fact Town Wetland Permit for 415 Ocean Blvd, adopting a set of standard stipulations. It also approved the NHDES Expedited Minimum Impact permit for 60 Beach Plum Way by a 5‑0 vote and adjourned the meeting with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved March 25 minutes (vote 4‑0‑1, one abstention)
• Recommended after‑the‑fact wetland permit for 415 Ocean Blvd (vote 5‑0)
• Approved NHDES Expedited Minimum Impact permit for 60 Beach Plum Way (vote 5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 5‑0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a grievance hearing with employee 2664 under New Business. The board will also consider consent agenda items including a cemetery deed, donations, a timber-cutting permit, and entertainment and parade licenses. Appointments will be made to the legislative delegation and the supervisor of the checklist.

• Grievance hearing with employee 2664
• Donation to Parks & Rec Fishing Derby: Chris's Comics $500, Hampton Rod & Gun $600
• Intent to cut wood or timber at 248 Drakeside Road
• One-day entertainment licenses for Ride to End Alzheimer's and Sea Ketch Restaurant events
• Parade license for Post 35 Annual Memorial Day on May 26

The Board voted 5‑0‑0 to approve the March 31, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted 5‑0‑0 to move the consent agenda, which included a cemetery deed, park‑fund donations, a timber‑cut intent, a land‑commission appointment, and several one‑day entertainment and parade licenses. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Moved consent agenda items (5-0-0)
• Approved Cemetery Deed for Mary Ann Silveria
• Approved $500 donation from Chris's Comics and $600 from Hampton Rod & Gun
• Approved intent to cut wood at 248 Drakeside Road
• Approved appointment of Todd Loiseau to Leased Land Commission
• Approved one‑day entertainment licenses for Ride to End Alzheimer’s and Sea Ketch Restaurant
• Approved parade and public gathering license for Post 35 Memorial Day event

Heritgage Commission

The Hampton Heritage Commission meeting on April 10, 2025, consists of routine updates on ongoing projects such as the Whatzit map of Hampton and the Black Heritage Marker. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural with project status reports and a note that November and December meetings will move to the Town Manager's Room.

• Review of write-ups for Whatzit map #2 (Carlie gh)
• Update on Black Heritage Marker (Chris & Ann)
• Change of meeting location for November and December to Town Manager's Room due to Budget Committee occupying the usual room

The Heritage Commission approved the draft minutes with a 2-0 vote. Andrew Morse agreed to serve as a commissioner and will inform the Board of Selectmen and the town manager. The commission also discussed program updates, including a heritage map draft, a blacksmith shop grant eligibility, and plans for a Black Heritage Marker event.

• Approved draft minutes (2-0)
• Andrew Morse agreed to serve as commissioner (will inform BOS and Town Manager)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

The Hampton Beach Village Precinct will hear presentations from Benjamin Ritt (Coastal Resilience Coordinator), Roger Steppenson and Eric Chapman (NH Opportunity Sea Grant), and updates on entertainment and digital/print marketing. Routine procedural items including approval of minutes and public comments follow.

• Presentation by Benjamin Ritt, Coastal Resilience Coordinator
• Presentation by Roger Steppenson and Eric Chapman (NH Opportunity Sea Grant)
• Entertainment update by Amanda M.
• Digital marketing update by Lisa, print marketing by Amanda H.
• Nonpublic session under RSA 91-A:3(II)(c)

The board appointed Chuck Rage as Chairman and Maureen Buckley as Vice Chairman. The minutes from the March 12 and March 28 meetings were approved. The board voted to enter a Non-Public Session under rule 91-A3.

• Appointed Chuck Rage as Chairman (2 yes, 0 no, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Maureen Buckley as Vice Chairman (2 yes, 0 no, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of March 12 and March 28 meetings (3 yes, 0 no)
• Moved to Non-Public Session per 91-A3 (3 yes, 0 no)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings for two condominium conversions and three wetlands permits to elevate or rebuild homes. The board will also receive an update on the Zoning Ordinance Reorganization Project.

• Condominium conversion of five cottages at 2 Island Path
• Condominium conversion of a 3-unit dwelling at 441 Winnacunnet Road
• Wetlands permit to elevate residence at 7 Anchor Court
• Wetlands permit to elevate house at 56 Hobson Avenue
• Wetlands permit to raze and rebuild home at 76 Island Path

The board approved a change of use for 17 High Street, granted three wetlands permits and two detailed‑plan waivers, and approved three condominium conversions. It also appointed Alex Loiseau to fill a vacant board seat and made several committee appointments. All motions passed unanimously or with only one abstention.

• Approved Change of Use for 17 High Street (6‑0‑0)
• Approved Wetlands Permit for 7 Anchor Court (6‑0‑0)
• Granted Waiver Request (Section V.E.) for 2 Island Path (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Condominium Conversion for 2 Island Path (5‑0‑0)
• Granted Waiver Request (Section V.E.) for 441 Winnacunnet Road (6‑0‑0)
• Approved Condominium Conversion for 441 Winnacunnet Road (6‑0‑0)
• Appointed Alex Loiseau to fill vacant Planning Board seat (5‑0‑1)
• Appointed members to Master Plan and CIP committees (each 6‑0‑0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to accept and expend $20,027.70 in unanticipated money from the Hampton Youth Association Baseball. Other business includes the oath of office for a new Fire Prevention Officer, reorganization of the Board, and a consent agenda with tax credits, committee appointments, a $500 donation, and entertainment licenses for multiple establishments. The agenda also features appointments for an Eagle Scout project at Tuck Field, property tax abatements, coastal resilience updates, and monthly financial reports.

• Public hearing for $20,027.70 unanticipated money from Hampton Youth Association Baseball (RSA 31:95-b)
• Reorganization of the Select Board
• Consent agenda includes 2025 Veteran's, Disabled Veteran's, and Elderly Exemptions; committee appointments (Cable Advisory, Heritage Commission, Leased Land Commission); a $500 donation to Police Dept.; and entertainment licenses for 10 establishments
• Eagle Scout candidate Viktor Kulberg proposes a project at Tuck Field
• Appointment of Kristi Pulliam, Finance Director, for monthly financials and 2025 MS-232

The board accepted $20,027.70 from the Hampton Youth Association Baseball to replace the fence at Don Butler's field. They elected Russell Bridle as chair and Carleigh Beriont as vice‑chair. The consent agenda items—including veteran credits and committee appointments—were moved and approved, and the Eagle Scout shed project and 2024 abatement recommendations were also approved.

• Accepted $20,027.70 from Youth Association (vote 5-0-0)
• Elected Russell Bridle as Chair (vote 5-0-0)
• Elected Carleigh Beriont as Vice‑chair (vote 5-0-0)
• Moved Consent Agenda items #1‑6 and #8 (vote 5-0-0)
• Moved Consent Agenda item #7 (vote 5-0-0)
• Approved Eagle Scout project for Viktor Kulberg (vote 5-0-0)
• Approved 2024 abatement recommendations (vote 5-0-0)
• Approved March 17, 2025 minutes as amended (vote 3-0-2)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

The Hampton Beach Village District holds its annual meeting to elect officers including Commissioner, Moderator, Clerk, and Supervisor of the Checklist. Voters will also decide on two budget articles: a $76,800 General Government budget and a $964,450 Culture and Recreation budget, both as posted in the warrant.

• Election of officers: Commissioner, Moderator, Clerk (1-year), Supervisor of the Checklist (2-year and 3-year terms)
• Article II: Vote to raise and appropriate $76,800 for General Government (exempt) budget
• Article III: Vote to raise and appropriate $964,450 for Culture and Recreation (non-exempt) budget

The district unanimously accepted the General Government budget of $76,800 and the Culture and Recreation budget of $964,450. Beth Frongillo was appointed as the new village treasurer. The meeting also confirmed the election of commissioners and other officers. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted $76,800 General Government budget (unanimous)
• Accepted $964,450 Culture and Recreation budget (unanimous)
• Appointed Beth Frongillo as treasurer (unanimous)
• Elected Chuck Rage as commissioner (3‑year term)
• Elected Bill DeBlasio as moderator (1‑year term)
• Elected Ute Pineo as clerk (1‑year term)
• Elected Sharon Groele as 2‑year checklist supervisor
• Elected Kim Barrone as 3‑year checklist supervisor

Hampton Beach Area Commission

The Hampton Beach Area Commission will discuss the status of the BUILD grant for the Route 1A project, review the current budget and administrative funding, and consider appointments including a new commissioner and Master Plan Implementation Committee representatives. A presentation from the Seabrook-Hampton Estuary Alliance (SHEA) is also scheduled.

• Presentation by Seabrook-Hampton Estuary Alliance (SHEA) on estuary matters
• Status update on BUILD grant for Route 1A project
• Discussion of current budget and administrative cost funding
• Appointment of primary and alternate Master Plan Implementation Committee representatives for 2025
• Filling vacancy for new Hampton commissioner

All commissioners were present either in person or by phone, but a quorum was not met, so any votes were postponed to the next meeting. The February minutes were not adopted, and no other formal actions were decided. Updates were given on the commission's funding status and the $110 million Route 1A bridge project. The commission noted the need to fill a vacant Hampton commissioner seat.

• Adoption of February minutes postponed (no vote due to lack of quorum)
• All other pending votes postponed to next meeting (no vote due to lack of quorum)

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council meets April 23 to approve minutes, hold public comment, and discuss old and new business. Key items include a public hearing on a fencing donation from Hampton Youth Association for Don Butler field, an Eagle Scout shed project donation from Victor Kulberg, and program updates. The director will report on hiring camp staff.

• Public hearing on new fencing donation at Don Butler field from HYA
• Eagle Scout project shed donation (Victor Kulberg)
• Review and possible update of council bylaws
• Hiring camp staff for high school and college age positions
• Updates on recreation infrastructure projects

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Council voted to change its quorum from seven to four while keeping the total number of members at ten, with unanimous support. The recreation budget was approved with an additional $10,000, a 25% increase. All other items passed except a trash‑truck proposal, which was rejected.

• Quorum changed to 4 members, total council size remains 10 (unanimous approval)
• Recreation budget increased by $10,000 (25% rise) (approved)
• Trash‑truck proposal rejected (vote failed)

Planning Board

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will discuss outcomes of the March Town Meeting vote on affordable housing (Article 06) and zoning audit (Article 28), as well as a funding concept for an Economic Development Director. Members will also identify top priorities for 2025, focusing on the Town Center area, and review the Capital Improvement Plan against existing action items.

• Results of March Town Meeting vote on Affordable/Workforce Housing Amendment (Article 06) and Zoning Ordinance Audit (Article 28)
• Funding concept for an Economic Development Director
• Overall top priority for 2025 identified as Town Center area, with action items and study area to be confirmed
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) review and comparison with action items
• Upcoming outreach events: Hampton Earth Month film screening and Garden Club plant sale

The Master Plan Implementation Committee approved the minutes from the January 22, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee also unanimously adjourned the March 26, 2025 meeting. Members agreed to postpone discussion of the Economic Development Director funding until Mr. Nyhan can attend.

• Approved Jan 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned the March 26, 2025 meeting (unanimous vote)
• Deferred discussion of Economic Development Director funding until Mr. Nyhan is present

Planning Board

The Plan Review Committee will meet to review a site plan application for 3 Boars Head Terrace. The applicant seeks to replace a 2-unit residential structure with a new 3-unit multi-family residential structure.

• Site plan for 3 Boars Head Terrace (Map 266 Lot 19) to replace a 2-unit building with a 3-unit multi-family structure
• Waiver request for Site Plan Review Regulations Section V.E. – Detailed Plan

The Plan Review Committee reviewed application 25-012 to replace a 2‑unit building with a 3‑unit multi‑family residence at 3 Boars Head Terrace. The committee required additional storm‑water, sewer, driveway, utility, and site‑plan information before any waiver could be approved. It agreed the applicant may resubmit revised plans for the May 7 Planning Board meeting, with a deadline of April 9, and said a continuance to the June 4 meeting would be requested if the resubmission is insufficient. No vote tally was recorded.

• Allowed applicant to resubmit for May 7 Planning Board meeting (deadline April 9) – consensus, no vote recorded
• Stated a continuance to June 4 Planning Board meeting will be requested if resubmission is insufficient – consensus, no vote recorded

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will vote on a wetland permit for elevating an existing home at 7 Anchor Ct, with no increase in buffer impact. They will also discuss an ordinance amendment on expansion of nonconforming use, and receive updates on Batchelder Pond, emergency pump station work, and conservation grants.

• Wetland permit application for home elevation at 7 Anchor Ct (Map 266 Lot 7, no additional buffer impact)
• Ordinance amendment explanation on Section 1.3 Expansion of Nonconforming Use
• Discussion of Batchelder Pond
• Update on emergency work at Winnacunnet Pump Station
• Update on PREPA Grant and Land Conservation Strategy

The commission elected Deborah Wrobel to continue as Chair (6‑0‑1) and confirmed new Vice Chair, Treasurer and other officers unanimously. Minutes from the February 25 meeting were approved 5‑0‑2. The Town Wetland Permit for 7 Anchor Ct was recommended and passed unanimously (7‑0) with standard stipulations. The commission also reappointed Mark Hiller to the Telecommunications Committee, decided no town permit was needed for emergency work at the Winnacunnet Pump Station, and scheduled the PREPA grant application for April 1.

• Chair re‑elected (6‑0‑1, D. Wrobel abstained)
• Vice Chair and Treasurer appointed unanimously (7‑0)
• February 25 minutes approved (5‑0‑2, D. Shaw and J. Diener abstained)
• Town Wetland Permit for 7 Anchor Ct approved (7‑0)
• Mark Hiller reappointed to Telecommunications Committee (consensus)
• Emergency work at Winnacunnet Pump Station deemed not to require a town permit (decision)
• PREPA grant application to be submitted on 4/1 (decision)
• Meeting adjourned (7‑0)

Heritgage Commission

The Hampton Heritage Commission is meeting primarily to approve draft minutes from February 13 and receive ongoing program updates on historic house markers, a town map project, the blacksmith shop, a black heritage marker, and demolition permits. No new business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of draft minutes from February 13, 2025
• Update on Historic House Markers program (no report)
• Update on 'What-Z-It Where-Z-It' Map of Hampton
• Update on Blacksmith Shop and Black Heritage Marker projects
• Update on Demolition Permits (no report)

The commission approved the draft minutes from February 13, 2025 by a 3‑0 vote. It agreed to add “Hampton Heritage Commission” to logo design #1 and change the font to Georgia. The meeting was adjourned at 8:29 pm by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved draft minutes from 2/13/25 (3-0)
• Commission agreed to add “Hampton Heritage Commission” to logo design #1 and change font to Georgia
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Hampton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on March 20, 2025, to consider two variance petitions. One requests a dimensional variance for property at 21R Holly Ln, and the other requests a use variance for property on Falcone Circle. The board will also approve minutes from February 20 and address an appeal for 3 Boars Head Terr.

• Variance from Article IV, Section 4.2 (dimensional) for 21R Holly Ln, Map 192, Lot 50, RA zone
• Variance from Article III, Section 3.1 (use) for Falcone Circle, Map 40, Lot 4-A, RA/Industrial zones
• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2025 meeting
• ZBA decision appeal for 03-25 regarding 3 Boars Head Terr.

The Zoning Board changed the conditions on Victor Ricardo's December 2024 variance, replacing the Planning Board with the Department of Public Works and adding Building Department approval. It then approved the petition from Asset Title Property Subsidiary, LLC for a variance on Falcone Circle with three conditions, passing by a 3‑2 vote. Several items, including approval of February minutes and a decision appeal, were postponed to the April meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Changed language in Ricardo variance conditions to Department of Public Works and Building Department (5‑0)
• Approved Asset Title Property Subsidiary variance with conditions: eight‑lot cap, RA zone provisions, 50‑ft buffer (3‑2)
• Postponed approval of February 20, 2025 minutes to April meeting
• Postponed ZBA decision appeal for 3 Boars Head Terrace to April meeting
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a hearing on a change of use at 835 Lafayette Road from a dwelling unit and dance studio to a retail toy and collectibles store. Other business includes a wetlands permit extension at 1054 Ocean Boulevard, a draft zoning ordinance reorganization, and committee appointments. The board will also elect officers and fill a vacated seat.

• Change of Use – 835 Lafayette Road: dwelling unit and dance studio to retail toy and collectibles store
• Wetlands Permit Extension – 1054 Ocean Boulevard
• Updated Draft of Zoning Ordinance Reorganization
• Rockingham Planning Commission – 2025 Membership Dues
• Procedure for Planning Board Appointment to Fill Vacated Seat

The Hampton Planning Board unanimously approved a change of use at 835 Lafayette Road from a dwelling unit and dance studio to a retail toy and collectibles store, to be operated as Full Moon Vintage Village. The board also approved a wetlands permit extension for 1050 Ocean Boulevard, payment of $14,124 in Rockingham Planning Commission dues, and a procedure to fill the vacant board seat. Officers were elected, with Sharon Mullen as Chair, Ann Carnaby as Vice Chair, and John Tirrell as Clerk.

• Approved change of use at 835 Lafayette Road to retail toy store (7-0)
• Elected Sharon Mullen as Chair (6-0-1)
• Elected Ann Carnaby as Vice Chair (6-0-1)
• Elected John Tirrell as Clerk (6-0-1)
• Approved wetlands permit extension for 1050 Ocean Boulevard to April 5, 2027 (7-0)
• Approved $14,124 payment for Rockingham Planning Commission 2025 dues (7-0)
• Approved procedure to fill vacated board seat via alternates or public posting (6-0-1)
• Approved Temporary Outdoor Dining application (7-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and appoint representatives to three committees. The body will also review January 2025 monthly financials.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of representatives for Coastal Hazards Adaptation Committee (CHAT)
• Appointment of representatives for Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Appointment of representatives for Master Plan Implementation Committee
• Review of January 2025 monthly financials

The Hampton Budget Committee reorganized for the new term, re-electing Anne Marie Galanis as chair and Mike Plouffe as vice-chair, and approved the February 18, 2025 minutes. Committee representatives were assigned to three subcommittees. No substantive budget decisions were made; the meeting focused on organizational matters and reports.

• Re-elected Anne Marie Galanis as Chair (6-0-1)
• Re-elected Mike Plouffe as Vice-chair (6-0-1)
• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Assigned Scott Blair as CHAT representative
• Assigned Alan Barclay as CIP representative
• Assigned Anne Marie Galanis as MPIC representative, Frank Diana as alternate

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to accept and expend $16,500 in unanticipated money from the NH Office of Highway. The board will also reorganize, make appointments including a Conservation Coordinator for dune grass at Plaice Cove and a Deputy Tax Collector, and hear project updates on the Bicentennial Wall and King's Hwy/Meadow Pond drainage.

• Public hearing to apply for, accept, and expend $16,500 from NH Office of Highway
• Appointment of Brianna Hagan as Conservation Coordinator for dune grass plantings at Plaice Cove
• Appointment of Amanda Kittredge as Deputy Tax Collector
• Reorganization of the Select Board and committee assignments
• Project updates: Bicentennial Wall and King's Hwy/Meadow Pond Drainage

The Select Board approved a contract with Pepperrell Cove Marine to install a public safety pier for up to $85,000, funded by Warrant Article 23, after waiving the town's purchasing policy. The board also accepted a $16,500 state grant for highway safety enforcement, approved dune grass plantings at Plaice Cove, reappointed three Conservation Commission members, and appointed a deputy tax collector and deputy town clerk. Several agenda items were postponed to March 31.

• Approved $85,000 pier contract with Pepperrell Cove Marine (3-0)
• Accepted $16,500 NH Office of Highway Safety grant (3-0)
• Approved dune grass plantings at Plaice Cove with fencing and parking (3-0)
• Reappointed Patricia Swank, Peter Tilton, Marc Hiller to Conservation Commission (3-0)
• Appointed Amanda Kittredge as Deputy Tax Collector (3-0)
• Appointed Tracy Hamilton as Deputy Town Clerk (3-0)
• Approved minutes of March 10, 2025 (3-0)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

The Hampton Beach Village Precinct holds its monthly meeting, featuring presentations from Amanda MaMault on entertainment and Denise Brown/Lisa Martineau on marketing. The agenda also includes old business, new business, approval of minutes, and public comment. No specific decisions or financial items are listed.

• Presentation by Amanda MaMault on entertainment
• Presentation by Denise Brown/Lisa Martineau on marketing

The Hampton Beach Village District met on March 12, 2025, and unanimously approved the minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting. The board discussed entertainment scheduling, marketing updates, and promotional ideas, but no other formal decisions were made. The annual meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2025, with voting at 1:00 p.m. and the meeting at 7:00 p.m.

• Approved minutes of February 12, 2025 (3-0)

Select Board

This meeting includes public comment, approval of minutes, and a consent agenda with supplemental tax warrants and veteran credits. Appointments feature updates from the assessor, Aquarion Water, and Parks & Recreation. New business covers a Fire Department grant and signage request. The Town Manager will report on Bicentennial Wall and King's Hwy/Meadow Pond drainage projects.

• Supplemental Tax Warrants (2024-07 and 2024-08) on consent agenda
• 2025 Veteran Credits (new, disabled, general) on consent agenda
• Coin-Operated Amusement Device License for Player 1 at 273 Ocean Blvd
• Acceptance of Fire Department Invest NH Grant
• Permission for "Help Wanted" signage at Hardartd's Way Brazonics

The Select Board approved 11 property tax abatements totaling $8,352.69 and denied 7, plus a tax collector abatement list refunding $8,758.00. They also approved the Fire Department Invest NH Grant, renewed the Hampton Falls Dispatch Agreement, and allowed a temporary 'Help Wanted' sign for Brazonics (4-1). The board directed the town manager to deny permits to businesses with overdue detail bills if legally permissible.

• Approved 2024 abatements: 11 refunds totaling $8,352.69, 7 denials (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Tax Collector Abatement List with $8,758.00 refunds plus interest (5-0)
• Approved Fire Department Invest NH Grant acceptance (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Hampton Falls Dispatch Agreement (5-0)
• Approved temporary 'Help Wanted' signage for Brazonics for two weeks (4-1)
• Directed Town Manager to deny permits to businesses with unpaid detail bills if legal

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will hold new public hearings for several wetland permits, a condominium conversion, and a subdivision, and continue hearings on a proposed 248-unit multi-family residential development at 1 Liberty Lane East. The board will also consider an amended site plan for a water treatment plant on Bonnie Lane and note the withdrawal of a previous application for Ocean Boulevard properties.

• 25-005: Wetlands permit for sewer line installation at 102 Woodland Road, impacting ~2,500 SF of wetlands.
• 25-006: Condominium conversion of two two-family dwellings at 401A & 401B Ocean Boulevard.
• 24-050 & 25-007: Wetland permits for multi-family development at 1 Liberty Lane East, including buffer and culvert work.
• 24-046: Continued site plan for 248 apartment units in three buildings at 1 Liberty Lane East.
• 25-010: Amended site plan for a water treatment plant on Bonnie Lane, removing stormwater features per NHDES.

The Hampton Planning Board approved a site plan for a 248-unit multi-family residential development at 1 Liberty Lane East, along with two associated wetlands permits and a waiver request. The approval includes conditions from the Town Planner's memorandum, with amendments requiring NHDOT confirmation that no mitigation is needed for Route 101 ramps and accepting a $9,000 donation for off-site traffic improvements. The board also approved several other projects, including a wetlands permit for a sewer line at 102 Woodland Road, a condominium conversion at 401A & 401B Ocean Boulevard, a subdivision at 248 Drakeside Road, an amended site plan for Aquarion Water Company, and a site plan for 200 Drakeside Road.

• Approved withdrawal of application 24-022 (125 Ocean Blvd; 127 Ocean Blvd & 6 G Street).
• Continued 25-011 (56 Hobson Avenue) to April 2, 2025.
• Continued 24-048 (6 Rosa Road) to May 7, 2025.
• Approved wetlands permit for 25-005 (102 Woodland Road) with Conservation Commission stipulations.
• Approved waiver and condominium conversion for 25-006 (401A & 401B Ocean Boulevard).
• Approved waivers and subdivision for 25-008 (248 Drakeside Road).
• Continued 25-009 (76 Island Path) to April 2, 2025.
• Approved waiver and amended site plan for 25-010 (Bonnie Lane).

Planning Board

The Planning Board and Master Plan Implementation Committee will meet with senior Town Staff. The group will discuss the Town of Hampton Master Plan and the implementation of its action items.

• Discussion of Town of Hampton Master Plan implementation

The Hampton Planning Board and Master Plan Implementation Committee (MPIC) held a 'Meet and Greet' with town staff to discuss implementing the Master Plan's 149 action items. No formal decisions were made. Attendees agreed that MPIC members would review the latest Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to identify areas matching Master Plan recommendations, while town staff would review the action items to verify initial priorities and timeframes.

• Agreed that MPIC members will review the most recent Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to identify areas corresponding with Master Plan recommendations.
• Agreed that Town Staff will review the Master Plan action items to verify whether initial prioritization and anticipated timeframes align or should be adjusted.

Planning Board

The Hampton Telecommunications Committee will hold a working session to develop 2025 goals, including defining processes and assigning roles. Members will continue reviewing the town's telecommunications ordinances and comparing them with other New Hampshire communities to identify potential revisions. They will also consider meeting minutes from November 2024 and January 2025, and discuss member appointments after the March town meeting.

• Continued review of Town of Hampton Telecommunications Ordinances and comparison with other NH communities
• Discussion of 2025 goals, process definition, and role assignments
• Consideration of which communities' regulations best align with Hampton's objectives
• Potential invitation of professionals to future meetings
• Consideration of minutes from November 12, 2024 and January 21, 2025

The Hampton Telecommunications Committee continued its research on updating the town's telecommunications ordinance, aiming to draft an amendment by September for the 2026 town meeting. Members discussed challenges like outdated regulations, small cell technology, and potential town-owned sites. The committee agreed to meet next on April 29, 2025, and approved minutes from prior meetings. No formal decisions were made beyond scheduling and approving minutes.

• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for April 29, 2025
• Agreed to compile draft ordinance amendment by September 2025

Hampton Beach Area Commission

The commission will consider a letter supporting a RAISE grant for the Route 1A project and appoint John Nyhan from the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce for master plan implementation. They will also receive updates on subcommittees including budget, master plan, new project review, and an accessibility study, fill a vacancy for a commissioner representing Hampton, and set focus areas for 2025.

• Letter supporting RAISE grant for Route 1A project
• Appointment of John Nyhan for Master Plan Implementation
• Filling current vacancy for a commissioner representing Hampton
• Update on Accessibility Study by Commissioners Preston and Bushway
• Project list for Regional Economic Development Center (REDC)

The Hampton Beach Area Commission met on February 27, 2025, and heard presentations on the Master Plan Implementation Committee's goals, a state funding bill for HBAC operations, and a preliminary proposal for two residential buildings at 379/387 Ocean Blvd. The commission adopted the minutes from October 2024. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was primarily informational and advisory.

• Adopted minutes of October 2024 meeting (vote carried, Loiseau abstained)
• Heard update on Master Plan Implementation Committee goals and warrant articles
• Heard report on state bill for $5,000/year for HBAC operating expenses (passed committee 14-1)
• Received advisory input on proposed development at 379/387 Ocean Blvd (preliminary, no vote)
• Noted RAISE/BUILD grant application submitted for Rte 1A and bridge project

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comment, and discuss old business including the USS Hampton, deliberative session, and bylaws. New business includes voting and the latest Collette additions. The director will provide program updates and accept public input.

• Approval of November 2024 and January 2025 minutes
• Old Business: USS Hampton, Deliberative Session, Bylaws
• New Business: Voting, Latest Collette additions
• Director Report: Program Updates, Public Input

Planning Board

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will review an Affordable/Workforce Housing Amendment (Article 06) and a Zoning Ordinance Audit (Article 28) proposed for the March Town Meeting. The panel also plans to discuss a funding concept for an Economic Development Director and set priorities for the Town Center Area. Other agenda items include sub-group outreach, member reports, and a meet-and-greet event with town department heads.

• Affordable/Workforce Housing Amendment (Article 06) for March Town Meeting
• Zoning Ordinance Audit (Article 28) for March Town Meeting
• Funding concept for Economic Development Director
• Town Center Area identified as overall top priority for 2025
• Master Plan Implementation Committee 'Meet and Greet' event with town department heads

Planning Board

The Plan Review Committee (PRC) is holding a second meeting on application 25-004 to combine two lots at 379 and 387 Ocean Boulevard into one, remove existing improvements, and construct two multifamily buildings with a total of 13 units and porous pavement. The public may attend but cannot comment at PRC meetings; public comment is reserved for the Planning Board meetings held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month.

• Application 25-004 for 379 and 387 Ocean Boulevard (Map 265, Lots 24 and 28)
• Proposed lot consolidation and removal of all existing improvements
• New development: two multifamily buildings totaling 13 units
• Site includes porous pavement and parking areas
• Applicant: Louis Minicucci, 387 Ocean Blvd LLC; owners: K&S Realty Trust

The Plan Review Committee reviewed the revised site plan for 379 and 387 Ocean Boulevard, a proposal to combine two lots and build two multifamily buildings with 13 units. No final decision was made; the committee identified outstanding issues including trash enclosure location, encroachments, sewer access, and solid waste handling. The applicant must resubmit by March 12 for the April 2 Planning Board meeting, with a possible continuance to May 7 if not ready.

• No formal decision made; review only
• Consensus that a third PRC meeting was not needed
• Resubmission deadline set for March 12, 2025
• Planning Board meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025, with possible continuance to May 7

Conservation Commission

The Hampton Conservation Commission will hear four applications for Town Wetland Permits, including a sewer line installation at 102 Woodland Rd that would disturb 2,500 SF of wetlands, and a culvert replacement at 1 Liberty Lane East for a proposed residential development. The commission will also receive a presentation on salt marsh parcel ownership research and discuss emergency work at the Winnacunnet Pump Station. Old business includes a PREPA Grant and land conservation strategy update.

• 102 Woodland Rd: sewer line installation disturbing ~2,500 SF of wetlands
• 1 Liberty Lane East: culvert replacement for residential development, temporary disturbance of 970 SF wetlands and 891 SF buffer
• 76 Island Path: demolish and rebuild single-family home on same footprint with vertical pile foundation
• 56 Hobson Ave: elevate existing house on helical piles with new foundation and stair access
• Presentation by RPC on salt marsh parcel ownership research

The Hampton Conservation Commission voted unanimously to recommend four Town Wetland Permits and, where applicable, to send letters to NHDES not opposing Standard Dredge and Fill applications. The projects include a sewer line at 102 Woodland Rd, culvert replacement at 1 Liberty Lane East, a home rebuild at 76 Island Path, and a house elevation at 56 Hobson Ave. The Commission also heard updates on salt marsh parcel research and an Eagle Scout project, but took no action on those items.

• Recommended Town Wetland Permit for 102 Woodland Rd sewer line (5-0)
• Recommended Town Wetland Permit for 1 Liberty Lane culvert replacement (5-0)
• Sent letter to NHDES not opposing dredge and fill for 1 Liberty Lane (5-0)
• Recommended Town Wetland Permit for 76 Island Path home rebuild (5-0)
• Sent letter to NHDES not opposing dredge and fill for 76 Island Path (5-0)
• Recommended Town Wetland Permit for 56 Hobson Ave house elevation (5-0)
• Sent letter to NHDES not opposing dredge and fill for 56 Hobson Ave (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 28, 2025 (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hear public comment, approve minutes, and consider a consent agenda including entertainment licenses and a half-marathon event. Appointments include the MRI contract assessor discussing 2024 abatements and a supplemental property tax warrant, and the finance director presenting monthly financials and a 2025 investment policy. The town manager will update on the Bicentennial Wall, King's Highway drainage, the Winnacunnet pump station force main failure, and a WWTP permit/EPA letter. Old business includes a trash issue on Tilton Street.

• Entertainment licenses for Boardwalk Café and JB's Seafood
• Use of Ashworth Ave and Island Path parking lots for Hampton Half Marathon on 3/2/2025
• Yield tax levy for Tonry Christmas Tree Farm
• Discussion of 2024 abatements and 2024-06 supplemental property tax warrant
• Town manager report on Winnacunnet Pump Station force main failure and WWTP permit/EPA letter

The Select Board approved a $1,300 annual lease rate for 39 Ashworth Avenue parking spaces, up from $1,250, and approved the assessor's abatement recommendations, a supplemental tax warrant, and the 2025 investment policy. The board also approved consent agenda items including entertainment licenses and a half marathon, and discussed the Winnacunnet pump station failure and election review concerns.

• Approved $1,300 lease rate for 39 Ashworth parking spots (4-0)
• Approved assessor's abatement recommendations (4-0)
• Approved 2024-06 Supplemental Property Tax Warrant for 169 Ashworth Avenue (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Investment Policy (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1, 2, 4 (entertainment licenses, fire permit, yield tax) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda item 3 (Hampton Half Marathon & 5k use of town property) (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 10, 2025 (3-1, Beriont abstained)
• Consensus to accept waiver for Tilton Street trash service access

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on three variance petitions. Petitions include a dimensional variance for Ruby Realty Trust at 200 Drakeside Rd, multiple dimensional variances for Hampton Beach Casino Inc at 169 Ocean Blvd, and a wetland variance for Timothy & Lori Rouke at 7 Chase St. The board will also approve minutes from January 16 and hear a motion to re-hear a road frontage variance at 21R Holly Ln.

• Variance from Article IV, Section 4.1.1 for dimensional requirements at 200 Drakeside Rd (Map 172, Lot 10, General zone)
• Variances from Article IV, Sections 4.4 fn 27 A & 32 and 4.1.1 for dimensional requirements at 169 Ocean Blvd (Map 287, Lot 33, BS1 zone)
• Variance from Article II, Section 2.3.2.G.1 for wetland requirements at 7 Chase St (Map 274, Lot 61-1, BS zone)
• Approval of minutes from January 16, 2025
• Motion for re-hearing of 21R Holly Ln for road frontage dimensional requirement

The Zoning Board of Adjustment unanimously approved three petitions, including variances for the Hampton Beach Casino redevelopment project, allowing a 95-foot height and 99 dwelling units. The board also approved a variance for a mixed-use building at 200 Drakeside Rd. and a wetland variance for a home at 7 Chase St., with conditions. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved variance for Ruby Realty Trust at 200 Drakeside Rd. for dimensional relief (5-0)
• Approved wetland variance for 7 Chase St. with condition to remove rear bump-out (5-0)
• Approved variances for Hampton Beach Casino at 169 Ocean Blvd. for height (95 ft) and density (99 units) with conditions (5-0)
• Approved January 16, 2025 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Granted rehearing for 21R Holly Lane road frontage variance (4-0, 1 abstention)

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will receive an update from the Rockingham Planning Commission on a Zoning Ordinance Reorganization Project. The board will also discuss the impact of climate change on natural disasters and municipal resilience, focusing on coastal/flood zones and wooded areas west of I-95. Additional items include a Conservation Commission update on the definition of highest observable tide line and permeable surfaces, as well as plans for Hampton Earth Month and a SolSmart technical assistance opportunity.

• Rockingham Planning Commission update on Zoning Ordinance Reorganization Project
• Discussion on climate change impact and municipal resilience for coastal/flood zones and wooded areas west of I-95
• Conservation Commission review of definition of highest observable tide line and permeable surfaces
• Planning for Hampton Earth Month April 2025
• Update on SolSmart Technical Assistance Opportunity

The Planning Board received updates on the Zoning Ordinance Reorganization Project and discussed potential changes to the Highest Observable Tide Line (HOTL) definition, but took no formal votes on these items. The board approved the minutes from February 5, 2025, and agreed to proceed with a Master Plan meet-and-greet and SolSmart program participation.

• Approved minutes of February 5, 2025 (7-0)
• Consensus to keep Effective Date Section in reorganized zoning ordinance
• Consensus to keep Sections 3.37.1 and 3.47.1 as separate sections
• Consensus to proceed with Master Plan meet-and-greet on March 4
• Consensus to proceed with SolSmart application, subject to Town Manager approval

Budget Committee

The Hampton Budget Committee will consider approving minutes from two prior meetings, hear an appointment to the 2025 Hampton Beach Village District Budget, and review December 2024 financials and encumbrances. No substantive votes on spending or policy are on the agenda.

• Appointment of Chuck Rage to the 2025 Hampton Beach Village District Budget
• Review of December 2024 financial statements and encumbrances
• Approval of minutes from January 7 and January 16, 2025 meetings

The committee approved the proposed 2025 Hampton Beach Village District budget, with a correction reducing an expenditure from $2,500 to $250 for the Hampton Beach Area Commission. The vote was 8-0. The committee also approved the minutes of January 7 and January 16, 2025, with a spelling correction for 'tri-axle'.

• Approved 2025 Hampton Beach Village District budget with expenditure correction (8-0)
• Approved January 7, 2025 minutes as amended (8-0)
• Approved January 16, 2025 minutes as amended (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Heritgage Commission

The Hampton Heritage Commission is holding a routine meeting with public comment, approval of draft minutes, and updates on ongoing programs including historic house markers, a map project, blacksmith shop, and black heritage marker. The commission will also consider changing its meeting date to the second Thursday and set the next meeting for March 13.

• Discussion of change in regular meeting date to second Thursday
• Update on Historic House Markers program
• Update on Black Heritage Marker project

The Hampton Heritage Commission voted unanimously to move its regular meetings to the second Thursday of each month at 7pm. The commission also approved a Black Heritage Marker application and appointed Carleigh Beriont as minutes taker. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed for future action.

• Voted to move meetings to second Thursday, 7pm (4-0)
• Appointed Carleigh Beriont as minutes taker (4-0)
• Approved Black Heritage Marker application (unanimous)
• Approved meeting adjournment (4-0)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

This is a regular monthly meeting with procedural items including approval of minutes, public comments, and candidate statements. The board will also discuss a Master Plan and Chamber partnership, and consider an entertainment-related item regarding Amanda Maumeault. No votes on specific ordinances or contracts are listed.

• Master Plan and Chamber Partnership discussion
• Candidate statements for positions
• Amanda Maumeault entertainment item
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Public comments period

The Hampton Beach Village Precinct meeting on February 5, 2025, consisted solely of a budget workshop. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was called to order, the workshop was held, and the meeting adjourned.

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will discuss project updates for King’s Hwy and the Bicentennial Wall. The meeting includes a review of a telephone pole replacement project and a letter of support for a Seabrook/Salisbury grant request.

• Donation of 6 rain barrels from Aquarion ($510) and paint from Johnson Paint ($175)
• Parade & Public Gatherings License for Hampton Half Marathon & 5k on 3/2/2025
• Special Events Permit for Great New England Craft & Artisan Show (March and November 2025)
• Appointment of Ed Tinker as MRI Contract Assessor for abatements and rent commitments
• Letter of support for Seabrook/Salisbury Grant Request

The Select Board approved the 2025 Leased Land Rent Commitment totaling $341,032.00 for 31 leases, and the 2025 Sewer Abatements with a refund total of $126,942.00. They also approved 12 of 18 2024 abatements, deferring the 6 denials to March for further review. The board approved a letter of support for the Seabrook/Salisbury coastal resiliency grant and accepted the consent agenda, including donations and event permits.

• Approved 2025 Leased Land Rent Commitment of $341,032.00 (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Sewer Abatements totaling $126,942.00 (4-0)
• Approved 12 of 18 2024 abatements, deferred 6 denials to March (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for Seabrook/Salisbury grant application (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including rain barrel donations and event permits (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 27, 2025 (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing for a proposed 248-unit multi-family residential development at 1 Liberty Lane East, including a waiver request for catch basin sump depth. Also scheduled is a wetlands permit hearing to raise a house at 566 Winnacunnet Road and a continued wetlands permit hearing for a garage at 6 Rosa Road. The board will consider meeting minutes and discuss the town's seawall repair procedure and a Master Plan Implementation Committee update.

• Public hearing for 248-unit apartment development at 1 Liberty Lane East (Site Plan 24-046) with waiver request for catch basin sump depth
• Public hearing for wetlands permit at 566 Winnacunnet Road (25-003) to raise existing house and add new garage
• Continued public hearing for wetlands permit at 6 Rosa Road (24-048) for garage and living space, with buffer impacts
• Discussion of Town Wetland Permit Seawall Repair Procedure
• Update from Master Plan Implementation Committee and 2025 SolSmart NH Cohort

The Planning Board approved a wetlands permit for raising a house at 566 Winnacunnet Road, subject to Conservation Commission stipulations. The board also continued the public hearing for a 248-unit apartment development at 1 Liberty Lane East to March 5, 2025. Minutes from January 15 were approved, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved wetlands permit for 566 Winnacunnet Road house raise (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for 248-unit apartment development at 1 Liberty Lane East to March 5, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 15, 2025 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Hampton Beach Village Precinct

This meeting is primarily a budget workshop; no specific votes or public hearings are listed. The agenda includes only a call to order, the workshop, and adjournment.

• Budget workshop

The Hampton Beach Village District held a budget workshop on February 5, 2025, where commissioners reviewed and adjusted several line items for the upcoming budget. Changes included a $2,500 increase for the executive board payroll, a decrease in advertising and promotion to $155,000, and increases for the media director, entertainment booking agent, sand sculpture event, and fireworks. The bond for the parking lot is scheduled to be paid off in October. No formal votes were taken; the workshop was for discussion and planning.

• Executive Board payroll increased by $2,500
• Advertising and promotion decreased to $155,000
• Media director salary increased to $72,500
• Entertainment booking agent salary increased to $44,000
• Sand sculpture event budget increased to $141,550
• Fireworks budget increased to $100,000
• Parking lot bond to be paid off in October

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen is meeting for the 2025 Town Meeting Deliberative Session. The agenda states the board will conduct any business that may present itself.

• 2025 Town Meeting Deliberative Session

The Select Board met for the 2025 Town Meeting Deliberative Session at Hampton Academy Gym. The minutes state the board was to conduct any business that may present itself, but no substantive decisions are recorded here; the minutes refer to separate Deliberative Session Minutes.

Budget Committee

The Hampton Municipal Budget Committee is meeting for general business as part of the 2025 Town Meeting Deliberative Session. No specific items, votes, or proposals are listed on the agenda. The meeting appears to be purely procedural.

• No specific agenda items listed; meeting is for any business that may present itself

The Hampton NH Municipal Budget Committee met on February 1, 2025, at the Hampton Academy Gym for the 2025 Town Meeting Deliberative Session. The meeting was held to conduct any business that might arise, but no actions were taken.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review two wetland permit applications for residential construction. The body will also consider the acceptance of three land donations and discuss the 2025 PREPA Grant.

• Wetland permit application for 6 Rosa Rd involving 1,744 to 1,844 sq ft of impact in the WCD
• Wetland permit application for 566 Winnacunnet Rd to elevate a home and add a garage
• Proposed land donations for Map 285 Lot 17, 236 Lot 9, and Map 998-174
• Budget review and vote for Earth Month
• Discussion of the 2025 PREPA Grant and GEI report

The Hampton Conservation Commission recommended Town Wetland Permits for two residential projects: a proposed addition at 6 Rosa Rd (Design Option 2) and an elevation/expansion at 566 Winnacunnet Rd. Both recommendations include standard stipulations and specific conditions. The Commission also accepted two land donations, approved payment of NHACC dues, and authorized up to $2,000 for Earth Month events.

• Recommended Town Wetland Permit for 6 Rosa Rd addition, Design Option 2 (5-0-2)
• Recommended Town Wetland Permit for 566 Winnacunnet Rd elevation/expansion (7-0)
• Approved sending non-opposition letter to NHDES for 566 Winnacunnet Rd dredge/fill (7-0)
• Accepted land donation Map 285 Lot 17 & Map 236 Lot 9 from Jeffrey Taylor (unanimous)
• Accepted land donation Map 998 Lot 174 from Arthur Bragg (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $325 NHACC dues (7-0)
• Approved up to $2,000 for Earth Month events (7-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a deliberative session on warrant article motions and legal review. They will also consider a sole source waiver for a Stryker Power Load system for the 2022 ambulance and a purchase agreement for a 2026 ambulance. Other items include project updates on the Bicentennial Wall and King's Hwy drainage, and monthly financials from the Finance Director.

• Deliberative session on warrant article motions and legal review
• Sole source waiver for Stryker Power Load system and Power Cot for 2022 ambulance
• 2026 ambulance purchase agreement
• Project updates: Bicentennial Wall and King's Hwy/Meadow Pond Drainage
• Finance Director monthly financials and Town Manager report on 559 Winnacunnet Road

The Select Board approved two sole-source waivers for Stryker power load equipment ($77,694.54) and a 2026 PL Custom ambulance ($382,548.99), both funded by the EMS fund. They also approved a solid waste agreement for 1 & 3 Elaine Street, surplus equipment (excluding a military trailer), and authorized the chair to sign ARPA grant documents. The board discussed zeroing out the Winnacunnet Road warrant article due to reduced state funding.

• Approved sole-source waiver for Stryker power load system and cot ($77,694.54) (5-0)
• Approved waiver for 2026 ambulance purchase agreement ($382,548.99) (5-0)
• Granted DPW permission for solid waste agreement with 1 & 3 Elaine Street (5-0)
• Approved surplus of fire department equipment, excluding M105 military trailer (5-0)
• Authorized chair to sign ARPA grant certification for police grant (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 13 and 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda for special event and raffle permits (5-0)

Parks & Recreation

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes from November 2024, hear public comment, and review old business items including a parade/float and tree lighting event. New business items include summer camp registrations, the USS Hampton submarine, a deliberative session, and a Holland Belgium Tulip River Cruise planned for 2026. The director will provide program updates.

• Summer Camp Registrations
• USS Hampton Submarine
• Deliberative Session
• Holland Belgium Tulip River Cruise – 2026
• Tree Lighting Event

The Hampton Recreation and Parks Advisory Council met on January 22, 2025, but lacked a quorum, so no official votes or approvals were possible. Members discussed potential bylaws revisions, summer camp registration, the USS Hampton Submarine committee, and the upcoming deliberative session. The council also reviewed the successful tree lighting event and received a $20,000 donation.

• No quorum; no official votes or approvals taken
• Received $20,000 donation from Dean Merrill & Family
• Summer camp registration opens February 3rd at 9am
• Rene Boudreau to lead USS Hampton Submarine committee for 3 years
• Discussed bylaws revisions to reduce council size and quorum
• Tree lighting event reviewed; committee proposed for future

Planning Board

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will discuss updates on zoning ordinance projects, including a 2025 warrant article for a zoning audit and a zoning article for affordable and workforce housing. They will also review implementation priorities for 2025, with the Town Center Area as the top priority. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a planning and discussion meeting.

• Zoning Ordinance Reorganization Project update
• Zoning Ordinance Audit as a 2025 Warrant Article
• Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant and 2025 Zoning Article for Affordable and Workforce Housing
• Funding concept for an Economic Development Director
• Town Center Area designated as top 2025 priority with study area and action items

The Master Plan Implementation Committee reviewed progress on the zoning ordinance reorganization and audit, with a $40,000 warrant article set for the March Town Meeting. The committee also discussed the HOP grant for housing and a zoning article for affordable/workforce housing that was moved to the ballot. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to approve the November 13, 2024 minutes.

• Approved minutes of November 13, 2024 (unanimous; Diener, Glenn, Albright abstained)
• Reviewed and discussed Town Center study area and action items (no formal action)
• Discussed survey format for Department Heads; consensus reached on format (no formal vote)
• Noted Budget Committee recommended Zoning Audit Warrant Article 9-0-0

Planning Board

The Plan Review Committee is meeting to review a site plan for 379 and 387 Ocean Boulevard. The proposal involves combining two lots to build two multifamily buildings with 13 total units.

• Proposed combination of Map 265 Lot 24 and 28
• Construction of two multifamily buildings totaling 13 units at 379 and 387 Ocean Boulevard
• Removal of all existing improvements on the site
• Installation of porous pavement and parking areas

The Plan Review Committee reviewed a proposal to merge two lots at 379 and 387 Ocean Boulevard and build two multifamily buildings with 13 units. The committee did not make a final decision but provided extensive comments and required a second review meeting. The applicant will resubmit plans by February 5, 2025.

• Required a second PRC meeting for the 13-unit Ocean Blvd project
• Set resubmittal dates of February 5 or March 12, 2025
• Noted DPW will not maintain trash/recycling pickup on Tilton Street
• Required sewer easements and inspection of private sewer line
• Required sprinkler and fire alarm systems per NFPA 101
• Required waiver for driveway width at parking space 8
• Required demolition plan and more detailed existing conditions
• Required clarification on stormwater management report

Trustees of the Trust Fund

The Trustees of the Trust Fund will meet to review investment performance and handle old and new business. The body will decide on the distribution of 2024 income from common trust funds and the Cemetery Maintenance Expendable Trust Fund.

• Distribution of 2024 income from common trust funds
• Distribution of 2024 income from Cemetery Maintenance Expendable Trust Fund
• Review of fund investment performance

The Trustees of Trust Funds approved the MS-9 report, the 2024 Town Report, income distributions from trust funds, and a principal distribution for Firefighters Turn Out Gear. They also reaffirmed the Real Estate Trust Fund Investment Policy after a motion to eliminate emerging market securities failed, and approved several other policies and the retention of the investment advisor.

• Approved MS-9 Report (4-0)
• Approved 2024 Town Report and summary spreadsheet (4-0)
• Approved income distributions: Poor Funds $26.86, Library Trust $495.13, Perpetual Care $1,040.21, Cemetery Maintenance $16,004.92 (4-0)
• Approved principal distribution of $12,074.69 for Firefighters Turn Out Gear (4-0)
• Motion to eliminate emerging market securities from Real Estate Trust Fund Investment Policy failed (2-2)
• Approved allowing emerging market equities but eliminating emerging market debt (4-0)
• Reaffirmed Real Estate Trust Fund Investment Policy without change (4-0)
• Reaffirmed Investment Policy for Cemetery Maintenance, Town Common, and Winnacunnet School District funds (4-0)

Planning Board

The Telecommunications Committee will hold a procedural meeting to discuss goals for 2025, review member assignments for comparing Hampton's telecommunications ordinances with other New Hampshire communities, and discuss next steps. The meeting also includes consideration of minutes from November 12, 2024, and discussion of member appointments re-appointments after the March Town Meeting. No binding decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Member reports and assignment to review and compare Hampton's telecommunications ordinances with other NH communities
• Begin developing achievable goals for 2025
• Define process and assign roles, set meeting dates through September 2025
• Discussion of next steps for the committee
• Consideration of minutes from November 12, 2024

The Telecommunications Committee reviewed ordinances from 12 NH towns, discussing what to adopt or avoid for Hampton. No formal decisions were made; members were tasked to identify favorite and least-favorite ordinances for the next meeting on March 3, 2025. The committee also noted that Resident-At-Large appointments were extended to March 2026.

• Reviewed telecommunications ordinances from Derry, Exeter, Seabrook, Keene, Hampton Falls, Bedford, Manchester, North Hampton, Concord, Portsmouth, Stratham, and Nashua
• Tasked each member to identify favorite and least-favorite ordinances for next meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for Monday, March 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
• Noted Planning Board extended Resident-At-Large appointments to March 2026
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 PM (unanimous motion)

Budget Committee

The Hampton Municipal Budget Committee will conduct a public hearing to discuss and consider the SAU 90 Budget and Warrant Articles, as well as the Town of Hampton Budget and Warrant Articles. This meeting is for deliberation and public input on the upcoming fiscal year's spending proposals.

• Public hearing on SAU 90 Budget and Warrant Articles
• Public hearing on Town of Hampton Budget and Warrant Articles

The Hampton Budget Committee held a public hearing and voted to recommend all SAU 90 and Town warrant articles, including the $29.77M school operating budget and the $36.33M town operating budget. The committee also approved a revised wording for Article 23 (Public Safety Pier) after federal funding was removed. No articles were denied or tabled.

• Recommended SAU 90 operating budget of $29,766,431 (8-0)
• Recommended town operating budget of $36,326,944 (8-0)
• Recommended Article 23 Public Safety Pier with revised wording (8-0)
• Recommended all other town warrant articles (8-0 or 9-0)
• Recommended all SAU 90 warrant articles except Article 5 (Child Benefit Services) which was not recommended (3-6)

Select Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Hampton Board of Selectmen with no specific items listed on the agenda. The board will convene to conduct any business that may present itself.

The Select Board met on January 16, 2025, but the minutes record no substantive decisions. The only listed item was attendance at a Budget Committee Hearing, with no actions taken. The meeting was procedural in nature.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on seven petitions for variances from Hampton's zoning ordinance, covering non-conforming use, dimensional, parking, and wetland requirements. One petition (53-24) is a continued hearing for a property at 3 Walnut Ave. The board will also approve minutes from its December 19, 2024 meeting.

• Continued petition 53-24: Mark & Joanne Sobieski at 3 Walnut Ave seeks variances for non-conforming use, dimensional requirements, and stacked parking
• Petition 01-25: Matthew and Kerry Wall at 30 Perkins Ave requests dimensional variance
• Petition 04-25: 427 Lafayette Rd Development seeks parking variance at 427 Lafayette Rd
• Petition 05-25: Ruby Realty Trust at 200 Drakeside Rd requests variances for dimensional and multi-family dwelling requirements
• Petition 06-25: Maurice & Patricia Isenhart at 566 Winnacunnet Rd seeks variances for non-conforming use, wetland use, and dimensional requirements

The Hampton Zoning Board of Adjustment unanimously approved six variance petitions and allowed the withdrawal of one application. All votes were 5-0 except one 4-0 with one abstention. The board also approved amended minutes from December.

• Allowed withdrawal of application for 200 Drakeside Rd (5-0)
• Granted variances for 3 Walnut Ave with condition to remove railroad tie (5-0)
• Granted variance for 30 Perkins Ave (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Granted variances for 4 Susan Ln (5-0)
• Granted variances for 3 Boars Head Terr (5-0)
• Granted parking variance for 427 Lafayette Rd (5-0)
• Granted variances for 566 Winnacunnet Rd with condition of DES approval (5-0)
• Approved amended December minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)

Planning Board

The Hampton Planning Board will hold public hearings on a site plan to demolish a barn and build two one-bedroom apartments at 200 Drakeside Road, including a waiver request for groundwater recharge volume. Additionally, two wetland permit applications seek to continue repairs of rip-rap revetment walls at 1042 and 1068 Ocean Boulevard. The board will also consider a continuance for a proposed garage at 6 Rosa Road and receive updates on the Housing Opportunity Planning Grant.

• 200 Drakeside Road: site plan to demolish barn and construct 2 one-bedroom apartments, with waiver request for Groundwater Recharge Volume (GRV)
• 1042 Ocean Boulevard: wetlands permit for continued rip-rap revetment wall repairs under emergency authorization
• 1068 Ocean Boulevard: wetlands permit for continued rip-rap revetment wall repairs under emergency authorization
• 6 Rosa Road: continuance requested to March 5, 2025 for wetlands permit for proposed garage and living space with buffer impacts

The Hampton Planning Board approved two wetlands permits for rip-rap revetment wall repairs at 1042 and 1068 Ocean Boulevard, both with stipulations from the Conservation Commission. The board also continued a site plan application for 200 Drakeside Road to March 5, 2025, and continued a wetlands permit for 6 Rosa Road to the same date. Minutes from December 18, 2024, were approved.

• Granted wetlands permit for 1042 Ocean Boulevard (7-0)
• Granted wetlands permit for 1068 Ocean Boulevard (7-0)
• Continued site plan for 200 Drakeside Road to March 5, 2025 (6-0-1)
• Approved minutes of December 18, 2024 (6-0-1)
• Continued wetlands permit for 6 Rosa Road to March 5, 2025 (7-0)

Select Board

The agenda contains only procedural items: a salute to the flag and a single agenda item titled 'Warrant Articles.' No specific warrant articles, votes, or dollar amounts are listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of warrant articles (no details provided in agenda)

The Select Board voted unanimously (5-0) to not recommend all nine petitioned warrant articles for the upcoming Town Meeting, including those on holiday parade funding, a Barbour Road business regulation, a non-resident tax increase, accepting Ice House Lane as a public street, raising the elderly asset limit, eliminating human service agency funding, a real estate transaction fee, and removing Select Board votes from spending articles. The board also allowed Selectman Rage to participate by phone and discussed procedural matters with the Town Moderator.

• Allowed Selectman Rage to participate by phone (4-0)
• Not recommended Article 32 (regulate businesses at 17/17R Barbour Rd) (5-0)
• Not recommended Article 33 (10% tax on non-residents) (5-0)
• Not recommended Article 34 (accept Ice House Lane as public street) (5-0)
• Not recommended Article 35 (raise elderly asset max to $367,000) (5-0)
• Not recommended Article 36 (eliminate Human Service Agencies funding) (5-0)
• Not recommended Article 37 (real estate transaction fee) (5-0)
• Not recommended Article 38 (eliminate Holiday Parade funding) (5-0)

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will review warrant articles and financial reports. The meeting includes discussions on a bond reduction for Silvergrass Condos and a parking request from SRH Homes.

• Donation of $500.00 from Molly Depippo for a Parks & Recreation bench
• Silvergrass Condo Bond Reduction to $7,331.70
• SRH Homes request to use Island Path Parking lot on January 29th
• One-day Entertainment and Parade licenses for Eastern States 20 Miler on 03/16/2025
• Investment Policy Approval and Preliminary Year-End report from Finance Director

The Select Board approved carrying forward $7.33M in warrant articles and purchase orders, amended the Public Safety Pier article to remove federal funding contingency, and approved all consent agenda items, abatements, and several routine requests. The board also amended the Recreation Article #25 language and dedicated the annual report to James Waddell.

• Approved carrying forward $7,328,480.20 in warrant articles including $723,939.11 in purchase orders (5-0)
• Amended Public Safety Pier article to remove $125K CDS offset, funding $300K from UFB (5-0)
• Amended Recreation Article #25 language to reflect correct purchases (5-0)
• Approved 2024 abatements (8) as recommended by Assessor (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda: $500 bench donation, entertainment and parade licenses for Eastern States 20 Miler (5-0)
• Approved Silvergrass Condo bond reduction to $7,331.70 (5-0)
• Approved SRH Homes use of Island Path parking lot on Jan 29 (5-0)
• Dedicated 2024 Annual Report to James Waddell (5-0)

Budget Committee

The Hampton Budget Committee is holding a meeting with standard procedural items: approval of previous minutes, discussion of outstanding questions, and review of warrant articles. No specific votes or proposals are listed on the agenda, making the meeting largely administrative.

• Approval of December 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of outstanding questions under Old Business
• Review of warrant articles under Old Business

The Hampton Budget Committee voted to recommend 19 town warrant articles for the 2025 Town Meeting, covering items from the operating budget to road improvements and equipment purchases. The committee voted 3-6 against recommending the SAU 90 petitioned warrant article for $54,948 to fund child benefit services for Hampton students attending Sacred Heart School. The committee also discussed the public hearing protocol and set the hearing for January 16, 2025.

• Recommended Local Limits Study $100,000 (9-0)
• Recommended WWTP Collection System I&I Study $100,000 (9-0)
• Recommended Winnacunnet Road improvement $5,491,000 (9-0)
• Recommended Police Patrolman and Sergeants contracts (9-0 each)
• Recommended SCBA Fire $400,000 (9-0)
• Recommended Sewer Manhole Repairs $450,000 (9-0)
• Recommended Highway Block Grant $619,890 (9-0)
• Rejected SAU 90 Petitioned Warrant Article #5 (3-6)

Select Board

The Hampton Select Board will consider warrant articles for the Hampton Police Association (patrolman and sergeants) as old business, along with routine approvals of minutes, a cemetery deed, and appointments for a Special Olympics fundraiser and year-end finance items.

• Warrant articles for Hampton Police Association patrolman and sergeants contracts
• Appointment of Mary Conroy and Lt. Shannon Buczek for Special Olympics Penguin Plunge on Feb 8-9
• Year-end items presentation by Finance Director Kristi Pulliam
• Consent agenda includes cemetery deeds for Donna & Rodney Bennett and David P. Pecola
• Nonpublic session scheduled at 6:00 p.m. under RSA 91-A:3

The Hampton Select Board approved moving two police union contracts to the warrant, approved carrying forward $2,286,718.03 in unspent 2024 funds, and authorized a parade license for the Special Olympics Penguin Plunge. The board also approved a no-parking authorization for a road project and handled routine items.

• Approved moving Hampton Police Association Patrolman contract to warrant (5-0)
• Approved moving Hampton Police Association Sergeants contract to warrant (5-0)
• Approved carrying forward $2,286,718.03 in encumbrances to 2025 (5-0)
• Approved parade license and traffic rerouting for Special Olympics Penguin Plunge Feb 8-9 (5-0)
• Authorized police chief or DPW director to post 'No Parking' in King's Hwy/Medow Pond work areas (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 16 and Dec 23, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda for cemetery deeds (5-0)
• Approved moving Fire Prevention Code changes to warrant (5-0)

Planning Board

The Plan Review Committee (PRC) will meet to review a site plan for a multi-family residential development at 1 Liberty Lane East. The proposal includes 248 apartment units in three buildings, along with trails, a dog park, and children's play areas. The PRC is discussing the application; public comment is reserved for the full Planning Board meetings.

• Application 24-046: Site plan for 248 multi-family apartment units at 1 Liberty Lane East / Liberty Lane on Map 104/67 Lot 1/2.
• Proposed development includes three buildings (one renovated, two new) with amenities such as a trail network, dog park, and children's play areas.
• Applicant: Liberty Lane JV LLC; owners: One Liberty Property Subsidiary LLC and Asset Title Property Subsidiary LLC.

The Plan Review Committee reviewed the revised site plan for a 248-unit multi-family development at 1 Liberty Lane East, including a one-way access from Towle Farm Road and updated building elevations. No formal decisions were made; the committee provided comments and set a resubmittal deadline of January 13, 2025, for the February 5 Planning Board meeting. The applicant must also apply for a town wetlands permit.

• No formal decisions made; committee provided comments on 248-unit apartment proposal
• Set resubmittal deadline of January 13, 2025, for February 5 Planning Board meeting
• Applicant required to apply for town wetlands permit
• Committee agreed no additional PRC meeting needed