Newmarket public meetings in 2022

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a regular meeting to accept meeting minutes, hear department reports, and consider several resolutions. Items include funding for library roof repairs and accessibility improvements, fire station renovations, and a police collective bargaining agreement.

• Appropriating $2,125 for Newmarket Public Library roof repairs
• Appropriating $5,405 for Newmarket Public Library accessibility improvements
• Fire Station Mezzanine Renovation project
• Approval of Police Collective Bargaining Agreement Local 215
• Thickener Project Award Authorization for T-Buck Construction

The Town Council unanimously approved the fire station mezzanine renovation, amending the resolution to use $614,266 from ARPA and $100,000 from the Ambulance Fund, leaving $58,990 in the Building Improvement Capital Reserve. The council also approved the final downtown TIF payment, additional library roof repairs, and library accessibility improvements. Several resolutions were introduced for first reading, including a thickener project contract and a police collective bargaining agreement.

• Approved fire station mezzanine renovation with amended funding (unanimous)
• Approved final downtown TIF payment of $1,500 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,125 from Library Capital Reserve for roof repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $5,405 from Library Capital Reserve for accessibility improvements (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Introduced Resolution for thickener project award to T-Buck Construction (first reading)
• Introduced Resolution authorizing refunding bond issuance (first reading)
• Introduced Resolution approving police collective bargaining agreement (first reading)

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee is meeting to receive a presentation of the proposed town budget. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its November 28, 2022 meeting. This is a regular meeting with a public forum.

• Presentation of Proposed Town Budget
• Approval of Meeting Minutes - Nov 28, 2022
• Public Forum

The Budget Committee heard a presentation on the Town Council's recommended FY2024 budget of $16,240,017, a 6.72% increase. The committee discussed the budget, tax rate estimates, and warrant articles, but took no formal action on the budget itself. The only decision was to approve the November 28, 2022 meeting minutes as amended.

• Approved November 28, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (7-0, 1 abstention)

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee has no agenda available. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes for any prior discussion.

The committee approved the November 14, 2022 meeting minutes with an amendment removing an incorrect line about Bart working on an RFP for the H and H Study. They discussed potential NHDES funding for studies of Schanda Park and Moonlight Brook, with funding likely available by fall 2023, and tabled discussion on Chick's Weir for a future meeting.

• Approved amended 2022-11-14 minutes (4-0, Hoffman abstained)
• Tabled Chick's Weir discussion for future meeting

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business including minutes, finance, and committee reports. They will also discuss conservation easement monitoring and land stewardship, with a notable request to place a memorial picnic table at Wiggin Farm.

• Request to place a memorial picnic table at Wiggin Farm
• Discussion of Piscassic River-Loiselle Conservation Area
• Sliding Rock Recreation and Conservation Area — LRAC grant
• Conservation easement monitoring
• Finance report

The commission accepted a $6,325 LRAC grant for projects at the Sliding Rock Recreation and Conservation Area. It also approved additional funding for a sign at the Piscassic River-Loiselle Conservation Area. Approval of the November 8 meeting minutes was postponed.

• Approved $6,325 LRAC grant for Sliding Rock projects (4-0-0)
• Approved additional $300 from Conservation Fund for Piscassic River/Loiselle sign (4-0-0)
• Postponed approval of November 8, 2022 minutes until January 12, 2023

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold its regular session, including public forum, minutes approval, and reports. The main business is a series of resolutions in second reading, covering a police pickup truck purchase, investment policy, a $1.2 million transfer to a new capital reserve, a $100,000 loan for storm water study, technology cabling, the FY2024 default budget, and a curbside collection contract. First reading items include a Downtown TIF, library roof and accessibility appropriations, and a fire station mezzanine renovation.

• Resolution #2022/2023-11: Purchase 2022 Ford F150 Police Pickup Truck
• Resolution #2022/2023-17: Create Septage Receiving Improvements Capital Reserve and transfer $1.2 million from Wastewater Fund
• Resolution #2022/2023-18: Loan $100,000 for Moody Point Storm Water Improvements study and design
• Resolution #2022/2023-20: Appropriate $6,000 from Technology Capital Reserve for network cabling
• Resolution #2022/2023-21: Approve Fiscal Year 2024 Default Budget

The Town Council unanimously approved several resolutions, including creating a $1.2 million capital reserve for septage receiving improvements, approving the FY2024 default budget, and purchasing a 2022 Ford F150 police pickup truck. The council also approved a curbside collection contract with Casella (6-0-1, with one abstention) and made appointments to the Conservation Commission. No public comments were made.

• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford F150 police pickup truck (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022/2023-12 updating investment policy (unanimous)
• Created $1.2M Septage Receiving Improvements Capital Reserve from wastewater fund balance (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 loan for Moody Point storm water improvements study (unanimous)
• Appropriated $6,000 from Technology Capital Reserve for network cabling (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024 Default Budget (unanimous)
• Approved curbside collection contract with Casella (6-0-1, LaMattina abstained)
• Appointed Tom Jones and Colin Lawson as Conservation Commission alternates (unanimous)

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Newmarket Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission will meet to discuss and decide on several ongoing projects, including the town's 300th anniversary celebration, library art installations, and the placement of art boxes at two proposed sites. They will also review a quote for masonry wall repair and discuss fundraising parameters for the Elm Street Wall Renovation Project. The meeting includes a public forum and a draft review of the commission's purpose and vision.

• Acceptance of 'Portsmouth Harbor' painting and installation of plaque at Library
• Town approval of 2 proposed art box sites: Johnny Boston Pocket Park & Parks & Rec
• Mason Wall Repair Quote for Elm Street Wall Renovation Project
• Fundraising- Charitable Trust Parameters for Elm Street Wall Renovation
• Newmarket 300 Anniversary Update

The Arts & Tourism Commission approved moving forward with exterior mural panels at the library, with conditions that panels be changeable and the library approve the process. The commission will direct the project but not bear costs, and will issue a request for proposals. No other formal votes were taken; other items were discussed or delegated.

• Approved minutes from November 1, 2022
• Approved library mural panels under conditions (changeable, library approval)
• Directed staff to issue RFP for mural designs
• Agreed to submit comments on purpose document by Dec 27

Budget Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public notice.

The Newmarket Municipal Budget Committee reviewed the school district's proposed FY2024 budget of $25,952,112, which represents a 3.9% increase over the current year. The committee discussed the budget in detail, including staffing reductions, revenue challenges, and a tax impact estimate of $3.07. No formal action was taken on the budget; it will be addressed at future meetings. The committee also approved the October 24, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (7-0, 1 abstention).

• Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Discussed school FY2024 proposed budget of $25,952,112 (no vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for December 19, 2022 to review Town FY2024 budget
• Agreed to arrange joint Town and School public hearings on same night

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant waterline replacement project on New Road, then consider several resolutions. These include a second reading of a joint powers agreement amendment for the Community Power Coalition, and first readings for purchasing a police pickup truck, creating a $1.2 million capital reserve for septage improvements, borrowing $100,000 for storm water improvements, and approving the FY2024 default budget. The meeting also includes routine reports and minutes approval.

• Public hearing on CDBG waterline replacement project on New Road
• Resolution #2022/2023-15: Amendment to Joint Powers Agreement for Community Power Coalition of NH (2nd reading)
• Resolution #2022/2023-11: Purchase 2022 Ford F150 Police Pickup Truck
• Resolution #2022/2023-17: Creation of Septage Receiving Improvements Capital Reserve and transfer of $1.2 million from Wastewater Fund Balance
• Resolution #2022/2023-18: Loan of $100,000 for Moody Point Storm Water Improvements study and design

The Council unanimously approved a resolution allowing the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire agreement to be amended as needed. A public hearing was held to report that the New Road waterline replacement project is substantially complete. Several resolutions received first readings, while one was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved amendment to Community Power Coalition of NH joint powers agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved October 29, 2022 Budget Workshop Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved November 2, 2022 Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)
• Continued first reading of Resolution 2022/2023-19 Downtown TIF 2023 to December 7

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to hear guest speakers from The Nature Conservancy about community oyster gardening, accept minutes from prior meetings, review finance reports, and discuss conservation easement monitoring and land stewardship at local properties including Piscassic River-Loiselle, Sliding Rock, and Wiggin Farm. The agenda includes routine reports from committees and boards.

• Guest speakers: Community Oyster Gardening at Newmarket by Kimberly Arlen and Brianna Group, The Nature Conservancy
• Conservation Easement Monitoring update
• Land Stewardship: Piscassic River-Loiselle Conservation Area, Sliding Rock Conservation Area – LRAC application, Wiggin Farm
• Finance Report
• Acceptance of minutes from Sept 8 and Oct 13, 2022

The Commission approved expenditures for signage, bridge repairs, and a cigarette disposal container for local conservation areas. Members also discussed a potential community oyster gardening program and received updates on ongoing planning and land stewardship projects.

• Approved $250 for Piscassic River-Loiselle trail signs (5-0)
• Approved $2,200 for Piscassic River-Loiselle entrance sign (5-0)
• Approved $250 for Piscassic River-Loiselle footbridge supplies (5-0)
• Approved $100 for Schanda Park cigarette disposal container (5-0)
• Approved Sept 8, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Oct 13, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will consider approving the FY2024 budget and a fire truck lease payment, both in second reading. They will also hold a first reading on a proposed amendment to the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire joint powers agreement. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Resolution #2022/2023-13: FY2024 Budget Approval
• Resolution #2022/2023-14: Fire Truck Lease Payment
• Resolution #2022/2023-15: Proposed amendment to Joint Powers Agreement for Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire (CPCNH)

The Town Council unanimously approved the FY2024 budget of $16,240,017 after amending it to add $85,000 for employee benefits, social services, and fire capital reserves. They also approved a fire truck lease payment from capital reserves and accepted the October 19 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and correspondence.

• Approved FY2024 budget of $16,240,017 (unanimous)
• Amended budget to add $85,000 for benefits, social services, and fire reserves (unanimous)
• Approved fire truck lease payment from capital reserves (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2022 draft minutes (unanimous)

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

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

The Commission approved a recruitment advertisement for a new member and decided to create two 'little free galleries' for Parks and Rec and Pocket Park. The body also amended previous minutes to reflect a $200 expense for banners and signage.

• Approved $200 expense for The Artist Among Us banners and signage
• Approved recruitment advertisement for new Commission member
• Decided to fabricate two art boxes for Parks and Rec and Pocket Park
• Tabled decision on Onica's status as co-chair

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Committee is meeting to review the Newmarket School District's capital improvement requests for fiscal years 2024 through 2029. The agenda includes only the agenda and meeting materials, with the school district requests as the primary discussion item.

• Review of FY24-29 School District capital requests

The Capital Improvement Program Committee voted to recommend $50,000 for the Newmarket Elementary School Playground project (SD-4) and voted not to recommend the Roof and Building System Replacement project (SD-6) due to insufficient information without a full Reserve Study. The committee also approved minutes from September 8 and September 14, 2022, and discussed other school district proposals without taking votes.

• Recommended $50,000 appropriation for Newmarket Elementary School Playground (SD-4) (4-0)
• Did not recommend Roof and Building System Replacement (SD-6) (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 8, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2022 (4-0)
• Extended meeting to 7:15 PM (4-0)
• Adjourned at 7:04 PM (4-0)

General

The Newmarket Town Council is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed FY2024 budget by department. The meeting includes scheduled reviews for Recreation, Police, Library, CIP/Community Development, Environmental Services, DPW, and Fire. This is a working session, not a public hearing, though public comment is limited to a 15-minute forum.

• FY2024 proposed budget review
• Department budget reviews: Recreation (9:00 AM), Police (9:30 AM), Library (10:00 AM), CIP/Community Development (10:30 AM), Environmental Services (11:00 AM), DPW (11:30 AM), Fire (12:00 PM)
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker, 15 minutes total

The Town Council conducted a budget workshop for FY2024, reviewing departmental requests and proposed increases. The Council approved specific funding increases for the Human Resource merit pool, the Fire Department's Capital Reserve Fund, and Social Services.

• Increased Human Resource merit pool line by $30,000
• Added $50,000 to the Fire Department's Capital Reserve Fund
• Increased Social Services budget by $5,000 to include One Sky
• Agreed to draft a resolution to transfer fund balance to capital reserve for a $1.2M septage improvement project

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Energy & Environment Advisory Committee meeting has no agenda items listed. Residents should review the meeting minutes for details on prior decisions.

The committee approved the September 28 meeting minutes and rescheduled the November meeting to avoid the Thanksgiving holiday. Members discussed updates to the Master Energy Plan and decided to rework the recommendations section. A proposed PSA with the High School Environmental Group was postponed.

• Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0-2)
• Rescheduled November 23 meeting to November 30 at 7PM (8-0)
• Postponed PSA with High School Environmental Group regarding recycling and composting

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee will meet to discuss the town’s financial report, hold a discussion with a department head, and review the proposed budget calendar. The meeting also includes procedural items such as approving minutes and adjourning.

• Financial report from the town
• Discussion with department head (TBD)
• Proposed budget calendar review

The Newmarket Budget Committee received a financial report showing expenditures at 31% for Period 3, with revenues positive year-to-date. The committee discussed ARPA funds and their potential use for Fire & Rescue, and heard from the Environmental Services director about water and sewer fund balances. No formal decisions were made; the committee approved the September 26, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections.

• Approved September 26, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee has no agenda available. The only listed item is a note directing readers to review the minutes, so no decisions or discussions are scheduled for public review.

• No agenda items listed

The committee agreed that addressing the Moonlight Brook culvert is a priority over Schanda Park improvements. Town Engineer Lyndsay Butler will review previous studies to determine next steps. Councilor Lamattina will seek funding for the culvert work during the 2023-2024 budget process.

• Prioritized Moonlight Brook culvert over Schanda Park improvements
• Assigned Town Engineer to review existing Moonlight Brook studies and identify next steps
• Determined that funding for culvert work would be sought for the 2023-2024 budget

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold its regular session, including a public forum, approval of minutes, and reports from the town manager. Key business includes a second reading of a resolution for a senior citizen building roof replacement, and first readings of resolutions for the FY2024 budget approval and a fire truck lease payment. The meeting is open to the public with limited participation.

• Resolution #2022/2023-10: Senior Citizen Building Roof Replacement (2nd reading)
• Resolution #2022/2023-13: FY2024 Budget Approval (1st reading)
• Resolution #2022/2023-14: Fire Truck Lease Payment (1st reading)
• Town Manager's October 19 Report and FY2024 Budget Presentation

The Town Council approved a resolution to replace the roof of the Sunrise Sunset Senior Center Building using Great Bay Roofing. The council also reviewed the proposed FY2024 operating budget and approved the minutes from the October 5 meeting.

• Approved Senior Citizen Building Roof Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved October 5, 2022 Minutes (6-0-1)

Veteran's Memorial Trust Committee

The Newmarket Veterans Memorial Trust Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, discussing results from memorial site inspections, addressing committee vacancies, and setting the next meeting date. Public comments are welcome.

• Memorial site inspections walk/ride results
• Committee vacancies
• Approval of agenda and minutes
• Public comments

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss and provide input to the Planning Board on proposed zoning amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, a finance report, and committee reports. The meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2022, at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall Auditorium.

• Discussion and input to Planning Board on Accessory Dwelling Unit zoning amendments
• Approve NHACC annual dues (finance report)
• Appoint member to the Energy and Environment Committee
• Heron Point Sanctuary – new kiosk panels, LRAC grant complete
• Piscassic River-Loiselle work day – Oct 15th Conservation Connections

The commission approved funding for annual professional association dues and nominated a member to the Energy and Environment Advisory Committee. Members also discussed proposed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance changes with the Planning Director.

• Approved $500 for NHACC annual dues ($350 from General Fund, $150 from Conservation Fund) (6-0-0)
• Nominated Julianna Tyson as representative to the Energy and Environment Advisory Committee (5-0-0)

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding its regular session, where it will consider accepting the September 21 draft minutes and hear the Town Manager's report. The main business is second reading of two resolutions: one to use American Rescue Plan Act funds for a wastewater treatment facility thickener, and another for a senior citizen building roof replacement. Public comment is limited to a 15-minute forum at the start.

• Resolution #2022/2023-09: ARPA grant for Waste Water Treatment Facility Thickener
• Resolution #2022/2023-10: Senior Citizen Building Roof Replacement
• Acceptance of September 21, 2022 draft meeting minutes
• Town Manager's report for 10/05/2022

The Newmarket Town Council approved the September 21, 2022 meeting minutes and passed a resolution for an American Rescue Act Fund grant for the wastewater treatment facility thickener. The Council also voted to table a resolution concerning the Senior Citizen Building roof replacement due to a lack of information. Additionally, the Town Manager provided updates on solid waste bids, town valuation, and the upcoming FY24 budget schedule.

• Approved September 21, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (5-0-1, Councilor Blackstone abstained)
• Approved Resolution #2022/2023-09 American Rescue Act Fund Grant for Waste Water Treatment Facility Thickener (Unanimously approved)
• Tabled Resolution #2022/2023-10 Senior Citizen Building Roof Replacement (Unanimously approved)

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Commission will hold an election for a new Vice Chair and discuss recruitment for one open position. Members will also review the Elm Street Wall Renovation Project and plan for the Art Boxes Town Installation.

• Election of new Vice Chair
• Recruitment for one open Commission position
• Artist Among Us Event retrospective
• Art Boxes Town Installation planning
• Elm Street Wall Renovation Project meeting

The Commission appointed Morgan Santos as Vice Chair and approved a $200 expense for Artist Among Us signage. Members discussed recruiting a new community-based member and potential revisions to the Commission's name or mission statement.

• Approved Morgan Santos as Vice Chair
• Approved $200 expense for Artist Among Us banners and signage
• Approved minutes from the previous meeting

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Energy and Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to continue work on the town's Energy Action Plan (EAP), including finalizing language and a presentation to the Town Council. They will also discuss recycling and compost policies, a possible solar/renewable energy property tax credit for low-to-moderate income households, and hear a report on a tour of the Block Island Offshore Wind Farm.

• Discussion of property tax credit for solar/renewable energy up to 50% of tax bill for up to 5 years for low-to-moderate income households
• Finalizing language on suggested Energy Action Plan (EAP) and presentation to Council
• Update on recycling/compost PSA and consultation with Beyond Plastics
• Report from tour of Block Island Offshore Wind Farm
• Master Energy Plan work with Clean Energy NH presentation scheduled for Oct 27

The committee made minor edits to the Energy Aggregation Plan (EAP), including the removal of Section 8. Members agreed to hold a public forum on November 9, 2022, to introduce the Community Power Coalition and provide process updates.

• Approved August 24, 2022 minutes (5-0-2)
• Removed Section 8 from the Energy Aggregation Plan
• Scheduled public forum for November 9, 2022, at 7PM

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee will meet to accept prior meeting minutes and hear a financial report from the school district, along with a report from the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) representative. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The committee reviewed a school financial report showing an unassigned fund balance of $1,096,700 to offset the tax rate. Members received an update on Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) requests and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved August 29, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Rescheduled School Public Hearing to January 9, 2023

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The commission is not listing any specific items for discussion or decision; residents are directed to review the minutes for prior actions.

The Newmarket Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission approved minutes from August 22 and unanimously decided not to participate in the Halloween Haunt event to focus more on its core mission. The commission also noted the resignation of co-chair Onica and discussed future projects including the 300th Anniversary celebration, Creative Grounds, the Artist Among Us event, the Elm Street mural, and a Public Library collaboration.

• Approved minutes from 8/22 meeting
• Decided unanimously not to move forward with the Halloween Haunt

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will consider several resolutions, including funding for the wastewater treatment facility and roof replacement for the Senior Citizen Building. The meeting also includes second readings for designating the town as a Purple Heart Community and changing committee membership.

• Resolution #2022/2023-09: American Rescue Act Fund Grant for Waste Water Treatment Facility Thickener
• Resolution #2022/2023-10: Senior Citizen Building Roof Replacement
• Resolution 2022/2023-06: Designating Newmarket as a Purple Heart Community
• Resolution 2022-2023-07: Changing membership of the Energy and Environment Advisory Committee
• Review of John Greene ZBA Resignation Letter

The Town Council approved resolutions to designate the town as a Purple Heart Community and to update the membership of the Energy and Environment Advisory Committee. The council also accepted a resignation from the Zoning Board of Adjustment.

• Approved Resolution 2022/2023-06 designating Newmarket as a Purple Heart Community (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-2023-07 changing the membership of the Energy and Environment Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Accepted John Greene's ZBA resignation letter (Unanimous)
• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Committee will continue reviewing 2023 CIP requests and draft final recommendations for non-school projects. The meeting includes presentations from requesters and approval of prior minutes.

• Continue review of 2023 CIP requests
• Draft final recommendations for non-school projects
• Presentations from requesters
• Approval of minutes from September 6, 2022

The committee approved several recreation and DPW funding requests while denying requests for library and fire rescue projects. It recommended the Town Council establish a new Capital Reserve Fund for the Schanda Park Living Shoreline Project.

• Recommended new $75,000 Capital Reserve Fund for Schanda Park Living Shoreline Project (4-0-0)
• Approved $37,333 for Large Permanent Shade & Rain Shelter (4-0-0)
• Approved $25,000 for New Skateboard Park (4-0-0)
• Approved $10,000 for All Weather Sound System (3-1-0)
• Approved $150,000 for DPW Vehicles/Equipment (4-0-0)
• Approved $25,000 for DPW Building Improvements (4-0-0)
• Denied $10,000 library roof and $25,000 library feasibility study requests (0-4-0)
• Denied $50,000 for Fire Rescue Vehicles (0-4-0)

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

The Newmarket, NH Riverfront Advisory Committee meeting on 2022-09-12 has no agenda available. Review the minutes from a previous meeting instead.

The committee discussed objectives for a Plan NH Charrette Grant application to document waterfront usage. Members identified specific concerns regarding riverwalk maintenance and smoking signage in conservation areas. The committee agreed that Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) requests should originate from the Conservation Commission.

• Agreed to review August 8, 2022 meeting minutes at the next meeting
• Agreed that actual CIP requests should come from the Conservation Commission

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Committee is meeting to continue reviewing 2023 CIP requests, following presentations from requesters. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a previous meeting and other business.

• Continue review of 2023 CIP requests
• Presentations from requesters
• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2021

The Capital Improvement Program Committee approved 10 funding requests for water and wastewater infrastructure for FY 23-24. The committee also discussed police facility needs and wastewater storage and septage receiving plans.

• Approved $51,504 for Creighton Street Pumping Station (4-0-0)
• Approved $21,878 for Wastewater Trucks (4-0-0)
• Approved $131,034 for Wastewater Treatment Facilities (4-0-0)
• Approved $200,000 for Pump Station Improvements (4-0-0)
• Approved $50,000 for Secondary Clarifier Covers (4-0-0)
• Approved $9,249 for MacIntosh Well (4-0-0)
• Approved $14,735 for Water Trucks (4-0-0)
• Approved $77,669 for Water Treatment Plant Equipment (4-0-0)

Conservation Commission

This is a procedural agenda with no listed substantive items. The only item is the agenda itself, with attached PDF documents. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are specified.

• Agenda item only; no specific topics listed

The Commission approved two permits for the use of town conservation land and allocated funds for an upcoming community event. Members also received training on easement monitoring practices from a UNH specialist.

• Approved permit for Jerry Collins to store Chick’s Weir 'pocket' at Schanda Park Oct 2022-June 2023 (6-0-0)
• Approved $250 expenditure for the October 15 'Conservation Conversation' event (6-0-0)
• Approved permit for Emily Norton to use Schanda Park for a wedding on October 24 (6-0-0)
• Approved August 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-1)

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold its regular session on September 7, 2022, at 7:00 PM in Town Council Chambers. The meeting includes procedural items, committee reports, and votes on resolutions in their second reading, such as water system energy improvements and building permit fee adjustments. Nominations and appointments for local committees will also be considered.

• Resolution #2022/2023-03 - Implementation of Water System Energy Improvements
• Resolution 2022/2023-05 - Building Permit Fees
• Resolution #2022/2023-02 - DPW Dump Truck Lease Payment from CRF
• Resolution #2022/2223-04 - Dewatering Improvements at the WWTF
• Resolution 2022/2023-08 - Paving Improvements on New Rd, Bay Rd, and Young Lane (staff requests suspension of rules for immediate action)

The Council approved several infrastructure resolutions, including water system energy improvements and wastewater dewatering services. It also voted to increase building permit fees for the first time in 10 years and authorized paving for New Road, Bay Road, and Young Lane.

• Approved Resolution #2022/2023-02 for DPW Dump Truck lease payment from CRF (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2022/2023-03 for $40,000 water system energy improvements match (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2022/2223-04 for WWTF dewatering engineering services (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022/2023-05 to increase building permit fees (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2022/2023-08 for paving New Rd, Bay Rd, and Young Lane (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ingrid Ahlberg to Riverfront Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Appointed Amy Burns to Racial Equity, Inclusion & Human Rights Committee (Unanimous)
• Appointed Michael "Mickey" Burns to Racial Equity, Inclusion & Human Rights Committee (Unanimous)

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission will meet at Town Hall to accept minutes from the previous meeting, hear a Zoom presentation on the Creative Ground platform for New England artists, and discuss ongoing projects including the Backyard Bash profit distribution, Artist Among Us event planning, Art Boxes installation, and the Elm Street wall renovation.

• Zoom presentation on Creative Ground platform for local artists
• Backyard Bash profit distribution discussion
• Artist Among Us event planning
• Art Boxes town installation planning
• Elm Street wall renovation project

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Plan Committee is reviewing department requests for the 2023 budget cycle. The committee is discussing the process for reviewing project request forms and scheduling presentations from submitters.

• Review of 2023 CIP requests by department
• Discussion regarding the request for presentations
• Public Works building improvement request for $229,235
• Public Works vehicle/equipment request for a Ford F350 w/plow at $75,738

The Capital Improvement Plan Committee approved funding requests for the Master Plan update, police equipment, and public works. Several other requests were deferred pending further presentations from department heads.

• Approved $10,000 for Newmarket Master Plan Update MPU-1 (4-0-0)
• Approved $5,000 for Aqua Land Splash Pad R-2 (4-0-0)
• Approved $5,000 for LiveScan Printing PD-4 (4-0-0)
• Approved $5,000 for Building Expansion Services PD-3 (4-0-0)
• Approved $23,666 for Police/Dispatch PD-1 (4-0-0)
• Approved $250,000 for Department of Public Works DPW-3 (4-0-0)
• Approved August 30, 2022 Draft Minutes (4-0-0)

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Plan Committee will meet to establish leadership and review administrative procedures for the upcoming planning cycle. The committee will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Coordinator, and discuss the process, forms, and schedule for the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Election of Committee Chair, Vice Chair, and Coordinator
• Review of Capital Improvement Plan process, forms, and instruction manual
• Establishment of committee meeting schedule

The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Committee appointed its Chair, Vice-Chair, and Coordinator. Members established a four-meeting timeline to review project request forms and finalize the CIP report by September 15.

• Elected Phil Nazzaro as Chair and Rich Lesavoy as Vice-Chair (4-0-0)
• Elected Bart McDonough as CIP Coordinator (4-0-0)
• Appointed Brian Ward as a voting member
• Scheduled next meetings for September 6, September 8, and September 12

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee meeting scheduled for 2022-08-29 has no agenda available. Residents are advised to review the minutes of the meeting instead.

The committee approved the meeting minutes from June 27, 2022. The remainder of the meeting consisted of discussions regarding fire department equipment, unaudited year-end financials, and the FY2023 budget timeline.

• Approved Meeting Minutes of June 27, 2022 (7-0, 1 abstention)

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Newmarket Energy and Environment Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates on local recycling and composting initiatives. The committee will also review potential tax credit suggestions for the Town Council and discuss the development of an Energy Master Plan with various consultants.

• Update on Button Up program
• Update on Recycling and Compost PSA
• Discussion on renewable energy tax credits and LMI considerations
• Consultation on Energy Master Plan development
• Worksession on EAP for CPCNH

The committee discussed promotional strategies for the Button Up Program and potential renewable energy tax incentives for lower-income households. Members reviewed and assigned edits to a slide deck for the Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP) to be presented to the Town Council and the public.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Decided to leave the Illustrative Renewable Energy Purchases slide as is

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text only states that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The commission approved amendments to previous minutes and changed its meeting schedule to Tuesdays starting September 6. Members discussed planning for the 2023 Backyard Bash and the 2022 Halloween business decoration challenge.

• Approved reimbursement amendment for aprons totaling $259.67 (unanimous)
• Approved correction of Pam Myers-Morgan's name (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved moving meetings to Tuesdays beginning 9/6

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding a regular session with a public hearing, followed by consideration of minutes, reports, and several resolutions in first reading. These resolutions include a DPW dump truck lease payment from the Capital Reserve Fund, water system energy improvements, dewatering improvements at the wastewater treatment facility, and building permit fees. The agenda also includes resignations from two advisory committees.

• Resolution #2022/2023-02: DPW dump truck lease payment from CRF
• Resolution #2022/2023-03: Implementation of water system energy improvements
• Resolution #2022/2023-04: Dewatering improvements at the WWTF
• Resolution #2022/2023-05: Building permit fees
• Resignations from Riverfront Advisory Ad hoc Committee and Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is holding its monthly meeting to discuss land stewardship activities, including a permit application for Schanda Park, encroachment and mowing at Piscassic River-Loiselle Conservation Area, and invasive plant control at Wiggin Farm. They will also hear from a guest speaker, review finance reports including FY22 year-end and FY23 budget, and receive updates from the town planner and committees.

• Permit application from Jerry Collins for Schanda Park
• Abutter encroachment and field mowing at Piscassic River-Loiselle Conservation Area
• Invasive plant control at Wiggin Farm Conservation Area
• FY22 year-end report, FY23 budget, proposed FY24 budget, and CIP
• Guest speaker: Barbara Richter, Executive Director, NH Assn of Conservation Commissions

The Commission approved a budget increase for FY24 and requested that 100% of the Land Use Change Tax be allocated to the body. Members also endorsed two Capital Improvement Plan requests for Schanda Park and Moonlight Brook.

• Approved FY24 general budget request of $5,100 (4-0-0)
• Approved motion to increase Land Use Change Tax share from 50% to 100% (4-0-0)
• Endorsed CIP Project Request Forms for Schanda Park and Moonlight Brook (4-0-0)
• Changed priority of 'Schanda Park Living Shoreline/Park Improvements' from D to N (4-0-0)
• Approved July 14, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Tabled permit application for winter storage of Chick’s Weir 'pocket' at Schanda Park

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

The Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 8, 2022, has no agenda available. Residents are directed to review the meeting minutes for information regarding the committee's activities.

• No items listed

The committee agreed to support funding requests for two riverfront projects for the 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program. These requests will be passed to the Conservation Committee for formal submission. The group decided not to request funds for the Heron Point Bridge Project this year.

• Supported $50,000 CIP request for Moonlight Brook Outfall Project (unanimous)
• Supported $75,000 CIP request for Schanda Park Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Decided not to request CIP funds for Heron Point Bridge Project
• Agreed to pass CIP requests to the Conservation Committee for submission

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Newmarket Energy and Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine organizational business, including adopting previous minutes, electing officers, and setting meeting times. They will also receive updates on renewable energy initiatives, a home energy efficiency program, and a recycling PSA, and may vote on the Energy Action Plan for CPCNH if a quorum is present.

• Vote on adoption of previous minutes
• Elections for chair, vice-chair, and secretary
• Update on Newmarket 100% renewable resolution
• Update on Button Up program
• Continued worksession on Energy Action Plan for CPCNH

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will meet to accept minutes from prior meetings, receive the Town Manager’s report, and consider resolutions including funding for library roof repairs and town sustainability goals. Nominations for several advisory commissions will also be reviewed for term renewals.

• Acceptance of June 2022 meeting minutes
• Resolution 2021/2022-36: Request funds from Library CRF for Roof Repair
• Resolution 2021/2022-37: Sustainable Energy Goals for the Town of Newmarket
• Resolution #2022/2023-01: New Road Watermain & Drainage Improvements Project (1st reading)
• Nominations for Arts & Tourism, Conservation, Racial Equity, and Energy & Environment commissions

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission will meet to approve payments totaling $3,290 from the Conservation Fund for Heron Point Sanctuary trail enhancements and interpretive kiosk panels, as well as discuss the proposed FY24 conservation budget. The meeting will also include a guest speaker on carnivorous plants and updates from other town boards.

• Approve $690 payment to Martin Forestry for GIS work and Heron Point trail map creation
• Approve up to $2,000 payment to Cathy Arakelian for design of three interpretive kiosk panels
• Approve up to $600 payment for printing of three kiosk panels and two trail maps
• Discuss proposed FY24 conservation budget increase from $2,900 to $3,200
• Review draft interpretive panels for Heron Point Sanctuary kiosk

The Newmarket Conservation Commission approved three expenditures from the Conservation Fund totaling up to $2,250 for Heron Point trail and kiosk work under an LRAC grant: up to $650 to Martin Forestry for GIS work and a trail map, up to $1,000 to Cathy Arakelian for interpretive panel design, and up to $600 to Portsmouth Sign for printing panels and trail maps. All three passed unanimously 4-0-0, as did approval of the June 9, 2022 minutes as amended and adjournment. The commission also heard a guest presentation on carnivorous plants, reviewed draft kiosk panels, and discussed the proposed FY24 budget and possible CIP funding requests; no decisions were recorded on those items.

• Approved up to $650 from the Conservation Fund to Martin Forestry for GIS work and the Heron Point Trail Map (4-0-0)
• Approved up to $1,000 from the Conservation Fund to Cathy Arakelian for design of three Heron Point kiosk interpretive panels (4-0-0)
• Approved up to $600 from the Conservation Fund to Portsmouth Sign for printing three kiosk panels and two trail maps (4-0-0)
• Approved the June 9, 2022 meeting minutes as amended to note Colin White attended the entire meeting (4-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:45 PM (4-0-0)

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or informational with no specific decisions or discussions outlined.

• No agenda items listed

The commission coordinated logistics for upcoming Arts in the Park and Backyard Bash events, including contest details and artist recruitment. Members discussed a future 'Artist Among Us' art walk and the process for taking over downtown banner management.

• Approved minutes of the previous meeting
• Decided to announce the Arts in the Park contest during intermission
• Confirmed no contest will be held during the Backyard Bash

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Newmarket Energy and Environment Advisory Committee will hear updates on the town’s 100% renewable resolution, the Button Up energy efficiency program, and a presentation from Clean Energy NH about membership and next steps. The group will also discuss ongoing work with the Coastal Protection Campaign of New Hampshire and Environmental Action Plan.

• Update on Newmarket 100% renewable resolution
• Presentation from Clean Energy NH on membership and next steps
• Update on Button Up energy efficiency program
• Worksession on Environmental Action Plan with Coastal Protection Campaign of NH

The Newmarket Energy & Environment Advisory Committee met without a quorum, meaning no official decisions or votes took place. Attendees reviewed and edited sections of the Energy Aggregation Plan, heard presentations from Clean Energy NH and the Community Power Coalition, and discussed an upcoming Town Council review of a clean energy resolution.

• No decisions or voting took place due to lack of a quorum

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Newmarket Energy & Environment Advisory Committee meeting of June 30, 2022, has no agenda available; residents should review the minutes instead.

The committee held a workshop to edit and develop the Newmarket Energy Aggregation Plan. No formal decisions were made during this session as it was a workshop meeting.

• Deferred final wording on triggers for launching the Community Power program
• Agreed to continue review of the Energy Aggregation Plan at the next meeting

Budget Committee

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Municipal Budget Committee approved the minutes of its May 23, 2022 meeting by a 6-0 vote with 1 abstention. Most of the meeting was informational: Interim Superintendent Todd Allen introduced himself and said the district is fully staffed, and School Business Administrator Janna Mellon presented April quarterly and May 31 interim financial reports showing an estimated $997,000 gap between revenues and expenditures, about $520,000 in unanticipated FEMA revenue, and a one-time state reimbursement of about $140,000 for teacher retirement contributions in FY2023. The committee also discussed a possible letter of support for a $150,000 School Energy Efficiency Development (SEED) grant for elementary school window replacements, with Mr. Cady agreeing to draft it. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 23, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)
• No vote taken on SEED grant support letter; Mr. Cady agreed to draft it for the Chairman

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council meets to discuss and vote on ordinances and resolutions, including clarifying the authority of the Town Manager, proposed 2023 water and sewer rate increases, and selecting a vendor for a municipal salary survey. The council also holds a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1 and reviews new resolutions regarding sustainable energy goals and library roof repairs.

• Ordinance No. 1 - 2021/2022: Amending Chapter 1 to Clarify the Authority of the Town Manager
• Resolution # 2021/2022 - 34 Water & Sewer Rate Increases 2023
• Resolution 2021/2022-35 - To Select a vendor to conduct a Salary Survey and Compensation Study
• Resolution 2021/2022-36 - Request funds from Library CRF for Roof Repair
• Resolution 2021/2022-37 - Sustainable Energy Goals for the Town of Newmarket

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission’s June 9, 2022 meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no decisions, proposals, or discussions listed. No documents or topics are specified for action.

The Newmarket Conservation Commission voted 6-0-0 to endorse a Southeast Land Trust (SELT) recommendation that the Town of Newmarket become the primary holder of deed restrictions on the Gaziano Tract, with LCHIP and the NHDES Ground Water Program as backups, and to recommend Town Council approval. It also approved 6-0-0 a Newmarket Library story walk at the Piscassic River-Loiselle Conservation Area from July 10 to 16, and voted 6-0-0 to have the Chair write to the Town Council asking that Old Lee Road be changed to a Class A Trail. The Commission approved its May 12, 2022 draft minutes 4-0-2, with S. Kenney and Cris Blackstone abstaining. Much of the meeting was informational: a USDA NRCS guest presentation on water quality and soil health, updates on Heron Point Sanctuary and the riverfront advisory committee, and a list of upcoming events.

• Endorsed SELT recommendation that the Town become primary holder of Gaziano Tract deed restrictions, with LCHIP and NHDES Ground Water Program as backups, and recommended Town Council approval (6-0-0)
• Approved Newmarket Library use of Piscassic River-Loiselle Conservation Area for a story walk July 10-16 (6-0-0)
• Directed the Chair to write the Town Council asking that Old Lee Road be changed to a Class A Trail (6-0-0)
• Approved May 12, 2022 draft minutes as written (4-0-2; S. Kenney and Cris Blackstone abstained)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0-0)

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Newmarket Energy and Environment Advisory Committee will review updates on the town’s Solarize campaign, a 100% renewable resolution, and potential partnerships with the NHSaves Button Up Webinar and the high school environmental club for a recycling PSA. Members will also hear a presentation on the town’s role in the Community Power Coalition NH.

• Update and summary of Revision’s Solarize Campaign
• Update on Newmarket 100% renewable resolution
• Discuss Sponsorship of NHSaves’ Button Up Webinar
• Discuss working with High School Environmental Club and town transfer station to create a recycling PSA
• Presentation on Newmarket’s membership, role, and next steps with Community Power Coalition NH

The committee held a meeting without a quorum, meaning no formal actions were approved. Members discussed a draft resolution for renewable energy goals and the development of an Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP) with the Community Power Coalition.

• No formal actions approved due to lack of quorum

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a bond for the Well Water Treatment Facility. The agenda also includes first readings for water and sewer rate increases and an ordinance to clarify the Town Manager's authority.

• Public hearing for Resolution #2021/2022-33 regarding a bond for the Well Water Treatment Facility
• First reading of Resolution #2021/2022-34 regarding 2023 Water & Sewer Rate Increases
• First reading of Ordinance No. 1 - 2021/2022 to clarify Town Manager authority
• Consideration of Resolution #2021/2022-35 to select a vendor for a municipal salary and compensation study
• Appointments for the Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights Advisory Committee

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public review.

The Newmarket Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission voted unanimously to accept the resignation of Nichole Jones and unanimously appointed Debra Smith as Chair, Onica Bornstein as Vice Chair, and Valerie Toukatly as secretary. Members discussed the library wall mural, which needs repairs and is on a wall owned by Chinburg, and an unnamed Backyard Bash event on August 5 with a planning meeting June 15. The Summer Concert Series at Schanda Park is set for Tuesdays July 5 through August 23, 6:00-8:00, with bands booked, and the committee will continue to co-sponsor it.

• Accepted resignation of Nichole Jones (unanimous)
• Appointed Debra Smith as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Onica Bornstein as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Valerie Toukatly as secretary (unanimous)

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee meets on May 23, 2022, to hear a presentation on the Fire Department from Rick Malasky and a financial update from Town Manager Steve Fournier. The agenda also includes a discussion on Right To Know laws and the approval of meeting minutes from March 28 and April 11, 2022.

• Presentation from Rick Malasky on Fire Department
• Town Manager Steve Fournier financial update
• Discussion on Right To Know
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 28, 2022 and April 11, 2022

The Newmarket Municipal Budget Committee approved minutes from its March 28 and April 11, 2022 meetings and allowed Vice-Chair Christopher Wolfe to participate remotely. Town Manager Steve Fournier gave a financial update: the town is under budget for FY2022, collected $33,986,631 in revenue (about $2.8 million more than last year), and received $479,269 in ARPA funds with $14,450 spent so far. Fournier also explained the town's form of government, Right to Know rules, and said rising fuel and paving costs mean fewer roads will be paved this year. No budget items were voted on; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved remote participation for Vice-Chair Wolfe (7-0)
• Approved March 28, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved April 11, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Agreed to meet August 29, 2022 for town year-end review
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 pm (8-0)

Town Council

This agenda consists primarily of procedural items, including the Pledge of Allegiance, a public forum, and the acceptance of past meeting minutes. The Town Council will also receive department reports for April 2022 and the Town Manager's report.

• Acceptance of Town Council/School Board Joint Meeting minutes from 04/13/2022
• Acceptance of Non-public Meeting Minutes from 04/13/2022
• Acceptance of May 4, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• April 2022 Department Reports
• Town Manager's May 18, 2022 Report

Veteran's Memorial Trust Committee

The Newmarket Veterans Memorial Trust Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including electing officers, addressing vacancies, and reviewing correspondence. They will also discuss updates on the 2021 golf tournament fundraiser, bandstand lights vandalism, and schedule memorial site inspections and future fundraisers.

• Election of officers
• Address committee vacancies
• Golf Tournament fundraiser update 2021
• Bandstand lights vandalism
• Schedule Memorial site inspections walk/ride

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission will meet on May 12, 2022, to hear a presentation from Joshua Megyesey of NH Fish & Game regarding local turtles and their habitats. The commission will also review a funding request for the Newmarket Fishing Derby, discuss ongoing land stewardship projects, and receive reports from the Planning Board and Town Council.

• Funding request for the Newmarket Fishing Derby by Rich Heidt
• Town Council public hearing on reclassifying Class VI Neal Mill Rd to Class A Trail

The Newmarket Conservation Commission approved spending $1,500 from its funds to buy fish for the 32nd Annual Newmarket Fishing Derby, scheduled for June 18. It also approved the April 14, 2022 meeting minutes and voted to adjourn. Most of the meeting was informational: a guest speaker presented on at-risk turtle species and habitats, and members discussed land stewardship, finances, and upcoming events. No other funding or regulatory decisions were made.

• Approved $1,500 for fish purchase for the 32nd Annual Newmarket Fishing Derby (5-0-0)
• Approved April 14, 2022 draft meeting minutes as written (5-0-0)
• Appointed Julianna Tyson as a voting member for this meeting
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:21 PM (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board meets on May 10, 2022, to hold a public hearing for a design review and extension of conditional approval for a two-lot subdivision at 81 Exeter Road. The board will also consider a two-year extension of vesting for Maplewood & Vaughn Holdings, LLC until April 10, 2025. The agenda also includes public comments, regular business, and reports.

• Public hearing for Design Review & Extension of Conditional Approval for a two-lot subdivision at 81 Exeter Road (Tax Map U3, Lot 137, B1 Zone)
• Request by Maplewood & Vaughn Holdings, LLC for a two-year extension of vesting until April 10, 2025

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a public hearing on reclassifying the Class VI portion of Neal Mill Road to a Class A Trail. They will also consider a resolution authorizing a refunding bond and other routine business.

• Public hearing on reclassifying Class VI portion of Neal Mill Road to Class A Trail
• Resolution #2021/2022-33 authorizing issuance of refunding bond
• Consideration of April 20, 2022 meeting minutes

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The only listed item is to review the minutes, so the committee is not deciding or discussing any substantive matters at this time.

• No agenda items listed

The Energy & Environment Advisory Committee met on May 3, 2022 with quorum present. Chair Peter Nelson announced his resignation effective after the meeting, and Ellen Read was nominated and unanimously approved as temporary chair until the committee returns to full membership. The committee discussed two ongoing initiatives — Solarize Newmarket and the Community Power Coalition of NH — and a proposed 'Ready For 100' resolution that has not yet been submitted to the Town Council. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Ellen Read as temporary chair until membership is restored (unanimous, all in favor)
• Noted Peter Nelson's resignation as chair effective after the meeting, leaving two committee openings
• Ellen Read to contact Revision Energy about attending next month's meeting on Solarize Newmarket
• Joe Lamattina to follow up on using Pat Denmark to produce meeting minutes from Channel 13 videos
• Ellen Read to send the 'Ready For 100' resolution to Council Member Joe Lamattina for review with the Town Manager

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review meeting minutes, a finance report, and a funding request for the Newmarket Fishing Derby. Members will also discuss land stewardship projects and upcoming community events.

• Funding request from Rich Heidt for Newmarket Fishing Derby
• Planning Board report regarding Neal Mill Rd reclassification
• Land stewardship updates for Heron Point, Wiggin Farm, and Schanda Park
• Guest speaker Joshua Megyesey on turtle habitats
• Wiggin Farm invasive plant pull event

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold its regular session, including officer elections, committee assignments, and public forum. The main business is first readings of three resolutions: a debt policy, reclassifying part of Neal Mill Road as a Class A trail, and naming certain streets. The council will also consider appointments to the Conservation Commission, Cemetery Trustees, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.

• Resolution #2021/2022-30: Debt Policy (1st reading)
• Resolution #2021/2022-31: Reclassifying Class VI portion of Neal Mill Road to Class A trail
• Resolution #2021/2022-32: Naming of certain streets in town
• Appointments: Melissa Brogle (Conservation Commission), Michael Provost (Cemetery Trustee), Henry Smith (ZBA Alternate)
• Election of officers and adoption of council rules

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission will hold its regular meeting to conduct procedural business, hear a guest speaker on pollinator pathways, and discuss several local conservation projects including Heron Point, Schanda Park accessibility, and Wiggin Farm invasives work.

• Guest speaker: Pollinator Pathways NH
• Heron Point project discussion
• Schanda Park accessibility review
• Wiggin Farm invasives volunteer work day planning
• Earth Day roadside cleanup organization

The Commission elected Ellen Snyder as Chair and Melissa Sharples as Vice-Chair. The board approved the use of Schanda Park for the 'Arts in the Park' concert series this summer. Members also discussed the Gaziano Tract Easement Deed and upcoming pollinator and invasive species initiatives.

• Elected Ellen Snyder as Chair (7-0-0)
• Elected Melissa Sharples as Vice-Chair (7-0-0)
• Approved March 10, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved Schanda Park use for 'Arts in the Park' concerts July 5-August 23 (6-0-1)

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee is meeting to nominate and elect a Chair and Vice Chair, discuss the 2022-23 meeting calendar, and handle any other business. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific budget items or financial decisions listed for this meeting.

• Nomination for Chair
• Nomination for Vice Chair
• Discuss 22-23 meeting calendar
• Public Comment

The Budget Committee held elections for its leadership and appointed representatives to the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Committee. Members discussed the 2022-2023 meeting calendar and the timing of town and school reports.

• Elected Michael LaBranche as Chairman (8-0)
• Elected Christopher Wolfe as Vice-Chairman (8-0)
• Appointed Richard Lesavoy as CIP Committee Representative (8-0)
• Appointed Danielle Honan as CIP Committee Alternate Representative (8-0)

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding its regular meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, adopt 2022-2023 rules, and make committee appointments. They will also consider confirming R. Bart McDonough as Director of Planning and Community Development and appointing two members to the Ad hoc Arts & Tourism Commission. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major ordinances or public hearings scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice-chair
• Adoption of 2022-2023 Town Council Rules
• Confirmation of R. Bart McDonough as Director of Planning and Community Development
• Appointments to Ad hoc Arts & Tourism Commission: Onica Bronstein and Deborah C. Smith (terms expire December 2024)
• Public Forum limited to 15 minutes, speakers limited to 3 minutes

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the financial status and latest audit results for both the town and school budgets. The agenda is largely procedural, with public comment, minutes approval, and scheduling of the next meeting, alongside the financial discussions.

• Town Budget Discussion: Financial Status
• Town Budget Discussion: Latest Audit Results
• School Budget Discussion: Financial Status
• School Budget Discussion: Latest Audit Results
• Meeting Minutes Approval for Jan. 10, 2022

The committee reviewed financial status reports and audit results for the Town and School District. No substantive budget changes were decided, though the committee discussed rising energy costs and staffing shortages. The meeting minutes from January 10, 2022, were approved.

• Approved Meeting Minutes of January 10, 2022 (8-0)
• Scheduled next organizational meeting for April 11, 2022

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will consider approving three resolutions: purchasing new UPS devices, awarding a contract for New Road watermain replacement and drainage improvements, and approving the Bennett and Sewall Wells improvements project. The meeting also includes public forum, minutes approval, town manager's report, and appointments to boards.

• Resolution #2021/2022-26: Purchase of new UPS devices for the town
• Resolution #2021/2022-27: New Road watermain replacement and drainage improvements project award
• Resolution #2021/2022-28: Bennett and Sewall Wells improvements project
• Reappointments to Conservation Commission (Cris Blackstone, David Bell), Library Trustees (Eric Harter, Amy Nicholson), and Zoning Board (Wayne Rosa)
• Town Manager's report notes road salt budget 72% ($65,000) over budget and anticipated increases in construction costs

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board will hold public hearings on three development applications: a 6,000 sq. ft. office/warehouse for Seacoast Pool Plastering LLC, tree pruning along scenic roads by Eversource Energy, and a renovation of the Rockingham Junction rail depot for Bingham Junction LLC. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes.

• Seacoast Pool Plastering LLC seeks Site Plan & Special Use Permit for 6,000 sq. ft. office/warehouse at 446 & 451 Wadleigh Falls Road, including 8 parking spaces and 78,000 sq. ft. gravel storage
• Eversource Energy requests public hearing for tree pruning and clearing along Bay Road under RSA 231:158
• Bingham Junction LLC seeks Design Review for Rockingham Junction rail depot renovation at 3 Rockingham Junction

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is the minutes, which are not included here. Therefore, no specific items are being decided or discussed.

The commission approved the appointment of Deborah C. Smith to the committee and authorized removing $110.97 from the budget for 'kissing balls'. The group decided not to hold an art walk this year or pursue a grant due in July.

• Approved November meeting minutes
• Approved removing $110.97 for 'kissing balls' from the budget
• Approved committee application for Deborah C. Smith
• Decided against holding an art walk this year
• Decided not to pursue grant due in July

Conservation Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' indicating that no specific topics are scheduled for discussion. Residents are directed to review the meeting minutes for any actions taken.

The commission approved the minutes from the February 10, 2022 meeting. Members discussed a town-wide solar program, upcoming Earth Day clean-up activities, and various conservation projects. A subcommittee was appointed to plan the 'Conservation Connections 2.0' event.

• Approved February 10, 2022 draft minutes (6-0-1)
• Tabled officer elections until the April meeting
• Appointed 'Conservation Connections 2.0' subcommittee: Cris Blackstone (Chair), Melissa Brogle, Julianna Tyson, and Ellen Snyder

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding a public hearing on COVID-19 recovery funding and housing upgrades, then will consider several resolutions including water well projects, a road watermain replacement, and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes reports on energy audits and the town manager's update.

• Public hearing on CDBG-COVID project funding for local organizations
• Public hearing on Newmarket Housing Authority upgrade at 34 Gordon Avenue
• Resolution #2021/2022-24: Tucker Well Project Award
• Resolution #2021/2022-25: Tucker Well Dredge and Fill Permit
• Resolution #2021/2022-27: New Road Watermain Replacement and Drainage Improvements Project Award

The Town Council approved Resolution #2021/2022-24 awarding the Tucker Well construction project to Hampstead Area Water Services Company for $1,969,674 plus $195,000 in contingencies, on a 5-0-0 vote. It also approved Resolution #2021/2022-25, a dredge and fill permit requiring a $16,678.15 contribution to the Aquatic Resource Fund, 5-0-0, and accepted the February 16 meeting and non-public minutes, each 5-0-0. Three resolutions — a UPS device purchase, a New Road watermain and drainage project award, and Bennett and Sewall wells improvements — were read in a first reading with no action recorded. Public hearings on the CDBG-Covid project and the Housing Authority's 34 Gordon Avenue upgrade drew no public comment.

• Approved Resolution #2021/2022-24, Tucker Well construction award to Hampstead Area Water Services Company for $1,969,674 plus $195,000 contingencies (5-0-0)
• Approved Resolution #2021/2022-25, Tucker Well dredge and fill permit with $16,678.15 contribution to the Aquatic Resource Fund (5-0-0)
• Approved February 16, 2022 non-public meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved February 16, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Read Resolution #2021/2022-26 (UPS device purchase) in first reading; no vote recorded
• Read Resolution #2021/2022-27 (New Road watermain replacement and drainage improvements award) in first reading; no vote recorded
• Read Resolution #2021/2022-28 (Bennett and Sewall wells improvements) in first reading; no vote recorded
• Held public hearings on CDBG-Covid project progress and 34 Gordon Avenue Housing Authority upgrades; no public comment

Zoning Board

The Town Council approved a construction award and a dredge and fill permit for the Tucker Well project to increase the water supply. The council also approved minutes from February 16, 2022.

• Approved Tucker Well Construction Project Award to Hampstead Area Water Services Company for $1,969,674 plus $195,000 for contingencies (5-0-0)
• Approved Tucker Well Dredge and Fill Permit including a $16,678.15 contribution to the Aquatic Resource Fund (5-0-0)
• Approved February 16, 2022 Non-public Meeting Minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved February 16, 2022 Meeting Minutes (5-0-0)

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board will discuss draft stormwater regulations and possible zoning changes along the North Main Street corridor to allow mixed-use development. The board will also review minutes and receive committee and planner reports.

• Draft Stormwater Regulations Amendments
• Possible zoning changes to permit mixed-use development in Residential Districts and B-1 Zoning along North Main Street
• Review and approval of meeting minutes

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will meet to decide on a resolution creating an Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights and to vote on first-reading resolutions for the Tucker Well Project Award and Tucker Well Dredge and Fill Permit. The meeting will also include committee reports, a proclamation honoring the retiring Planning & Community Development Director, and a vote on a resignation.

• Resolution #2021/2022-23: Creating an Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights (2nd reading)
• Resolution #2021/2022-24: Tucker Well Project Award
• Resolution #2021/2022-25: Tucker Well Dredge and Fill Permit
• Proclamation honoring retiring Planning & Community Development Director Diane Hardy
• Acceptance of Councilor Helen Sanders' resignation

The Newmarket Town Council approved the creation of an advisory committee focused on racial equity, inclusion, and human rights. The Council also voted to recommend the Municipal Budget Committee's proposed budget and approved the minutes from the February 2, 2022, meeting.

• Approved Resolution #2021/2022-23 to create an Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights (6-0-0)
• Recommended the Municipal Budget Committee's budget (6-0-0)
• Approved February 2, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Voted to seal February 16, 2022 non-public meeting minutes (6-0-0)

Zoning Board

The Newmarket Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Robert & Carol Hardy to build a 10'x8' deck at 7 South Street, which would be 3' from the property line instead of the required 10' side setback. The board will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes only this one public hearing and routine items.

• Public hearing: Variance from Section 32-89 Dimensions Table for 10'x8' deck at 7 South Street (Tax Map U3, Lot 149, M2 Zone), 3' from property line
• Review and approval of minutes from 11/22/21 and 10/18/21

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business including minutes approval, reports, and several agenda items. They will discuss a grant for the Heron Point kiosk, approve costs for invasive species work at Wiggin Farm, and consider a guest speaker from Revision Solar for March.

• Heron Point kiosk LRAC grant discussion
• Wiggin Farm invasives cost approval
• Guest speaker from Revision Solar for March 2022
• Approval of minutes from January 13, 2021
• Reports from Riverfront Advisory, Town Council, and Planning Board

The Conservation Commission approved spending up to $3,200 from the Conservation Fund for herbicide application at Wiggin Farm by the Rockingham County Conservation Commission, voting 5-1-0 with Jeffrey Goldknopf opposed. Members also approved amended January 13, 2022 minutes 4-0-2, with Goldknopf and Cris Blackstone abstaining. The Treasurer's report, given by the Chair because Treasurer Ellen Snyder was absent, listed a Conservation Fund balance of $163,683.95 and a General Fund balance of $798.16. Other items were reports or discussion only, including a planned Wiggin Farm volunteer work day and a pending LRAC grant application for a Heron Point kiosk.

• Approved up to $3,200 from the Conservation Fund for herbicide application at Wiggin Farm by the Rockingham County Conservation Commission (5-1-0, J. Goldknopf voted nay)
• Approved January 13, 2022 draft minutes as amended (4-0-2, J. Goldknopf and C. Blackstone abstained)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Board will continue a public hearing regarding a site plan and special use permit for a 6,000 square foot office and warehouse building. The project includes 78,000 square feet of gravel parking for equipment storage at 446 and 451 Wadleigh Falls Road. The applicant is also seeking a special use permit for wetlands buffer disturbance.

• Site Plan & Special Use Permit: 6,000 sq. ft. building at 446 & 451 Wadleigh Falls Road
• Proposed 78,000 sq. ft. gravel parking area for truck and equipment storage
• Special Use Permit request for wetlands buffer disturbance and minor grading
• Proposed construction of a septic system, leach field, well, and water line
• Discussion regarding rezoning North Main Street from B1 to M2A

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will meet on February 2, 2022, to consider accepting meeting minutes, hear the Town Manager’s report, and discuss committee updates. The most consequential item is a first-reading resolution to establish an Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights for long-term equity planning.

• Resolution #2021/2022-23: Creating an Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights (first reading)
• Michael Hoffman reappointment to Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee (term expiration June 30, 2024)
• Deliberative Session scheduled for February 5, 2022 at 9:00 AM in Town Hall Auditorium

The Town Council approved the January 19, 2022 meeting minutes and appointed Michael Hoffman as a non-voting Newmarket Commercial/Business Owner Member to the Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee. The council also accepted Councilor Helen Sanders' resignation with regret, both by 6-0-0 votes. Resolution #2021/2022-23 creating an Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights was read in title only and remains in first reading. The town manager reported on COVID-19 cases, the FY22 budget deliberative session, pole licenses, audit findings, a Newfields drinking water request, and the planning director search.

• Approved January 19, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Appointed Michael Hoffman to Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee as non-voting Newmarket Commercial/Business Owner Member (6-0-0)
• Accepted Councilor Helen Sanders' resignation with regret (6-0-0)
• Read Resolution #2021/2022-23 creating Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights in title only (first reading)

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed 6,000 sq. ft. office/warehouse at 446 & 451 Wadleigh Falls Road, including a wetlands buffer disturbance permit and aquifer protection measures. The board will also discuss rezoning North Main Street from B1 to M2A.

• Public hearing for Seacoast Pool Plastering LLC/Robert MacInnis site plan & special use permit for 6,000 sq. ft. office/warehouse at 446 & 451 Wadleigh Falls Road
• Special Use Permit request for wetlands buffer disturbance for driveway extension
• Discussion on rezoning North Main Street from B1 to M2A
• Proposed 78,000 sq. ft. gravel parking for equipment storage
• Aquifer Protection Overlay District compliance review

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding a regular meeting to consider accepting the January 5, 2022 minutes, receive the Town Manager's report on COVID-19, budget, and staffing, and hear an update from Dale Pike on the Coastal Adaptation Work Group and Riverfront Advisory Committee. The Council will also consider appointing Debra Smith to the Arts & Tourism Commission. The agenda is largely routine, with no major ordinances or public hearings scheduled.

• Consider appointment of Debra Smith to Arts & Tourism Commission (term to December 2024)
• Town Manager's report: COVID-19 cases up 127% since Jan 5; new isolation guidelines for employees
• FY22 budget: 53% of operating budget expended as of December 2021
• Update from Dale Pike on Coastal Adaptation Work Group and Riverfront Advisory Committee
• Acceptance of January 5, 2022 meeting minutes

The Town Council approved the minutes from their January 5, 2022 meeting. The council also received reports from the Town Manager, the Coastal Adaptation Work Group, and various town committees regarding budget updates, COVID-19 protocols, and environmental projects.

• Approved January 5, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business including roll call, public comments, approval of November minutes, and reports from the treasurer and subcommittees. The main agenda items are discussions of tree removal and fence repair at the Piscassic Loiselle property, a kiosk project at Heron Point funded by an LRAC grant, invasive species work at Wiggin Farm, and potential guest speakers for 2022.

• Piscassic Loiselle tree removal
• Piscassic Loiselle fence repair
• Heron Point kiosk project with LRAC grant
• Wiggin Farm invasive species work
• Guest speakers for 2022

The Conservation Commission approved the November 2021 minutes and a payment to the Southeast Land Trust for easement monitoring. The board tabled discussion on a sand pit excavation permit renewal and reviewed the current Conservation Fund balance.

• Approved November 18, 2021 draft minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved $299.91 payment to SELT for Hilton Easement annual monitoring (Unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on 421 Wadleigh Falls Road sand pit excavation permit

Budget Committee

The Newmarket, NH Budget Committee convenes to review an updated agenda for its January 10, 2022 meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed in the provided documents.

The Budget Committee held public hearings and voted to recommend the proposed school and town operating budgets, along with several warrant articles. The committee approved an amendment to the town budget to increase the Fire Department's capital reserve contribution by $52,300. Additionally, the committee agreed to send a letter to the Town Council regarding capital reserve funding strategies and canceled the January 31, 2022, meeting.

• Recommended School Budget of $25,233,982 (10-0)
• Recommended School CBA agreement warrant article (10-0)
• Recommended $50,000 for school playground trust fund (10-0)
• Amended Town Budget to $15,217,841 (8-2)
• Recommended amended Town Budget (8-2)
• Recommended $75,000 sewer survey bond (10-0)
• Approved Dec 6 and Dec 27 meeting minutes
• Canceled January 31, 2022 meeting

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

This meeting has no agenda available; it appears to be procedural only. The committee may review minutes or conduct routine business, but no specific items are listed.

The Newmarket Riverfront Advisory Committee approved its December 7, 2021 minutes unanimously and discussed goals for 2022, including enhancing public access to the waterfront, Schanda Park improvements, and Heron Point access. Members agreed on next steps: brainstorming Heron Point access ideas, moving forward with the Schanda Park project, and addressing Moonlight Brook and contamination report issues. No formal votes were taken on these goals or next steps.

• Approved December 7, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• No formal decisions on goals or next steps; discussion only

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a public hearing on a $75,000 loan for a sludge thickening and supplemental carbon upgrade survey, and will consider a resolution to amend the Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee membership. The meeting also includes reports from the town manager on COVID-19, a code enforcement officer search, and a solid waste contract extension.

• Public hearing on $75,000 bond for sludge thickening and carbon upgrade survey
• Resolution #2021/2022-22 to amend Riverfront Advisory Committee membership (adds non-voting business owner)
• Town manager report: mandatory mask policy in town facilities, COVID-19 update (58 active cases as of Dec 30)
• One-year extension of solid waste contract with Casella
• Code enforcement officer search reopened after candidate declined

The Town Council approved Resolution #2021/2022-22, amending the membership of the Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee to add a non-voting member who is a Newmarket business owner but not a town resident. The council also accepted the December 15, 2021 meeting minutes by a 7-0-0 vote. A public hearing on a $75,000 bond or note for a Sludge Thickening & Supplemental Carbon Upgrade Survey was held as a formality; the town manager said the loan was already approved on December 15, 2021 and town counsel said a hearing was not required because the amount is under $100,000. No members of the public attended the public forum or the hearing.

• Approved Resolution #2021/2022-22 amending Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee membership to add a non-voting business-owner member (7-0-0)
• Approved December 15, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0-0)
• Held public hearing on $75,000 bond/note for Sludge Thickening & Supplemental Carbon Upgrade Survey; no action taken, described as a formality

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Newmarket Energy & Environment Advisory Committee reviewed updates on electric vehicle (EV) charger funding opportunities and a state diesel-replacement grant program. Members were asked to review energy aggregation plans from other towns and consider recommending EV charger siting proposals to the NH Department of Environmental Services (NHDES).

• Solarize Newmarket Campaign kickoff event scheduled for 1/13/2022
• NHDES VW Settlement EV project RFP deadline extended to 2/25/2022
• NHDES Clean Diesel Program offers $800,000 for diesel vehicle replacements and idle reduction projects
• Committee to review Hanover, Lebanon, Harrisville, and Keene energy aggregation plans