Newmarket public meetings in 2023

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will meet on December 20, 2023, to accept meeting minutes, hear reports, and vote on three resolutions in their second reading. These include a dispatch services contract, the Moody Point Stormwater Management Project, and the Ash Swamp Road Bridge rehabilitation. The Council will also discuss the default budget for FY2025 in its first reading.

• Resolution #2023/2024-16: Contract for Dispatch Services (Newmarket/Newfields)
• Resolution #2023/2024-26: Moody Point Stormwater Management Project
• Resolution #2023/2024-27: Ash Swamp Road Bridge - Rehab Final Design and Bidding
• Resolution #2023/2024-28: Approve FY2025 Default Budget

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Trustees of the Trust Funds will review minutes from the August 2023 meeting, meet Cambridge Trust representatives, discuss progress on transferring town trusts, and review an investment policy statement proposed by Cambridge Trust.

• Review and approval of August 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Introduction of Cambridge Trust representatives
• Discussion on progress of transfer of trusts
• Investment Policy Statement review by Cambridge Trust

Zoning Board

The Newmarket Zoning Board of Adjustment will continue a public hearing on a variance request to add one more dwelling unit at 104 Kent Place, despite the property already reaching the maximum allowed under the M2 zoning district. The board will also accept minutes, hear a zoning administrator’s report, and adjourn.

• Continuation of public hearing for variance to exceed dwelling-unit cap at 104 Kent Place (M2 District)
• Applicant: Lee Veader
• Tax Map U3, Lot 145

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee will hold a public hearing on January 8 and vote on the town and school budgets on January 22. The December 18 meeting is procedural with no decisions made.

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss the Master Plan's Open Space chapter, monitor conservation easements, and review land stewardship at Wiggin Farm, Sliding Rock, and Follet's Brook. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and a financial summary, plus updates on trails and upcoming events.

• Contract with SELT for easement monitoring: $1,000.00
• Wiggin Farm kiosk materials: $500.00, property map: $700.00, graphic design: $800.00, panel printing: $250.00
• Sliding Rock kiosk panels graphic design: $877.50, printing: $1,050.00, property map: $455.00
• Piscassic River-Loiselle entrance sign: $1,462.50
• Conservation Commission Fund balance: $139,157.94 as of 11/20/23

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The committee will review minutes from prior meetings instead of taking up new business.

• No agenda items listed

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee will meet to hear presentations of the school and town budgets for fiscal year 2025. The meeting will also include procedural items such as approving prior minutes and announcements about future meetings.

• Presentation of School FY’25 Budget
• Presentation of Town FY’25 Budget
• Approval of November 27, 2023 minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to review the final report of the Town Facilities Study presented by Placework. This is an informational meeting; no formal decisions are scheduled. Public participation is limited to a brief forum at the start.

• Town Facilities Study Final Report presentation by Placework

Zoning Board

The Newmarket Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request by Lee Veader to add a dwelling unit at 104 Kent Place, in the M2 District. The property already has the maximum number of units allowed under the zoning ordinance's dimensions table. The board will also accept minutes from its October 9 meeting and hear the zoning administrator's report.

• Public hearing on variance request by Lee Veader for an additional dwelling unit at 104 Kent Place (Tax Map U3, Lot 145, M2 District)
• Reference to Section 32-89 of the Newmarket Zoning Ordinance, Dimensions Table
• Acceptance of minutes from 10/09/23 meeting

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee is meeting to receive the presentation of the Town's FY2025 proposed budget. The committee will also hold a public forum, approve the October 23, 2023 minutes, and discuss upcoming meetings, including the school budget on December 11th.

• Presentation of Town FY'25 Proposed Budget
• Public Forum
• Approval of Oct 23, 2023 Minutes
• Next meeting Dec 11th (School Budget)
• Following meeting Dec 18th (2nd meeting on Town/School)

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board is holding a continued public hearing for a proposal by DR Lemieux Builders LLC at 242 South Main Street. The application seeks approval for a minor subdivision, major site plan, and special use permit to create a split lot, with a new 7.22-acre lot for a 32-unit age-restricted multi-family development. The board will also accept minutes from a prior meeting and hear public comments.

• Continued public hearing for DR Lemieux Builders LLC application at 242 South Main Street
• Proposed split lot: original 0.54-acre lot retains existing single-family home
• New 7.22-acre lot for 32-unit age-restricted multi-family development
• Request includes Minor Subdivision, Major Site Plan, and Special Use Permit approvals
• Property located in R2 zoning district, Tax Map U4 – Lot 69

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee has no agenda available. The only listed item directs readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is procedural or lacks substantive public items.

• No agenda items listed

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and discuss updates to the town’s open space chapter of the Master Plan. Members will also review conservation easement monitoring and land stewardship projects, including trail work and interpretive signage at Wiggin Farm.

• Approve October 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Master Plan Update – Open Space Chapter discussion
• Wiggin Farm kiosk and interpretive panel
• Follet’s Brook boundary reconnaissance
• Sliding Rock – phase 2 project ideas

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission will hear a public forum, accept prior minutes, and receive project updates including a T-Mobile Hometown Grant decision for Willey Park and a 2024-25 fiscal-year budget submission. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• T-Mobile Hometown Grant application decision for Willey Park due mid-November
• 2024-25 fiscal-year budget submission and revisions
• NH State Arts Council Award Package & Management discussion
• AC&T Video project update by Tim Cremmen
• Kick-off planning for Willey Park mural with Ben Keller

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a regular session on November 1, 2023, at 7:00 PM in Town Council Chambers. The meeting includes a non-public session for legal advice, followed by public business such as accepting minutes, reviewing the Town Manager's report, and considering nominations and appointments. The Council will also review and vote on several resolutions, including the FY2025 operating budget and multiple grants and bond-related items.

• FY2025 Town Operating Budget resolution (#2023/2024-17) in second reading
• Septage Receiving Station ARPA Grant resolution (#2023/2024-18)
• Septage Receiving Equipment Purchase resolution (#2023/2024-19)
• NCDC Lease Agreement for Dame Rd Parking Lot resolution (#2023/2024-20)
• $300,000 WA Water Improvements bond resolution (#2023/2024-21)

General

The Newmarket Town Council is holding a work session to review the proposed FY2025 budget, going through each department's spending. This is a discussion and review session, not a final vote. The public can attend but participation is limited to a short public forum.

• Public Works Department budget review
• Recreation Department budget review
• Police Department budget review
• CIP/Planning budget review
• Fire Department budget review

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The committee meets to discuss progress on the Energy Chapter of the Newmarket Master Plan and the status of the Community Power initiative. Members will also review action items from the previous meeting, including social media updates and grant opportunities.

• Update on Energy Chapter of Newmarket Master Plan (Roberta and Ellen)
• Update on Community Power status (Joe)
• Review of action items: Facebook page (Roberta), shared documents meeting status (Joe), NH Dept of Energy grant opportunity (Joe, Lindsay)
• CPCNH assistance with Community Power advertising (Joe)

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee will hear a presentation on the Town's FY2024 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) from Richard LeSavoy, followed by approval of the September 25, 2023 minutes. The meeting also includes a public forum and scheduling of the next meeting on November 27th.

• Presentation of Town YE'24 CIP by Richard LeSavoy
• Approval of September 25, 2023 minutes
• Public forum
• Next meeting scheduled for November 27th

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding its regular session on October 18, 2023, with several resolutions up for second reading, including funding for a nonprofit, annual lease payments for fire equipment, a sidewalk tractor lease, transfer station fee changes, and a contract for rezoning the North Gateway. The council will also have a first reading of the proposed FY2025 town operating budget. Public comment is limited to a 15-minute forum at the start.

• Resolution #2023/3024-05: Authorization to grant funds to nonprofit Newmarket300
• Resolution #2023/2024-12: Annual lease payment for Engine 5
• Resolution #2023/2024-13: Lease purchase of Trackless MT7 sidewalk tractor with plow equipment
• Resolution #2023/2024-14: Amending Transfer Station collection fees
• Resolution #2023/2024-15: Strafford Regional Planning Commission contract services for rezoning of the North Gateway

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee will meet to review and vote on 2024 capital improvement requests, with the school district as the sole listed item. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from September 11 and 18, 2023, and other business. This is a continuation of prior meetings where the committee reviewed multiple funding requests for projects like police software, bridge rehabilitation, and cemetery maintenance.

• Review and vote on 2024 CIP request from the School District
• Approval of minutes from 9/11/23 and 9/18/23 meetings
• Other business and adjournment

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

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

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, reviewing finances, and receiving committee reports. They will also discuss the Master Plan Update for the Open Space chapter, conservation easement monitoring, and land stewardship projects such as the Wiggin Farm kiosk and Follet's Brook boundary reconnection. The agenda includes several other project updates and upcoming events.

• Master Plan Update – Open Space Chapter
• Conservation Easement Monitoring
• Wiggin Farm kiosk and interpretive panel
• Follet's Brook boundary reconn
• Boulder Drive Trail and Neal Mill/Old Lee Class A Trails updates

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board will hold a continuation of a public hearing for a proposal by DR Lemieux Builders LLC to subdivide land at 242 South Main Street and build a 32-unit age-restricted housing development. The board will also hold a public hearing on proposed zoning amendments to add architectural design requirements and adjust site plan review thresholds in the Downtown commercial overlay district and M2 zoning district.

• Public hearing continuation for Minor Subdivision, Major Site Plan, and Special Use Permit for 32-unit age-restricted housing at 242 South Main Street (Tax Map U4 – Lot 69)
• Proposed zoning amendments to §32-160 Downtown commercial overlay district, §1.03 Definitions, §1.05 Applicability, and §3.21 Architectural/aesthetic review
• Proposed amendments would add architectural design requirements and increase site plan applicability thresholds in Downtown commercial overlay and M2 zoning districts

Zoning Board

The Newmarket Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request by Christopher Alexandrou for property at 75 Exeter Road (Tax Map U3, Lot 135) in the B1 Zoning District. The applicant seeks a variance from Town Ordinance Section 32-124(2)b to install a sign above the exterior wall but below the roof line, using pre-existing sign infrastructure. The board will also accept minutes from previous meetings and receive the Zoning Administrator's report.

• Public hearing for variance request by Christopher Alexandrou at 75 Exeter Road
• Variance sought from Section 32-124(2)b for sign placement above exterior wall
• Property located in B1 Zoning District, Tax Map U3, Lot 135
• Minutes to be accepted for 07/10/23, 08/07/23, and 08/14/23 meetings

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a regular session with public forum, minutes approval, and reports. The main business includes second readings of resolutions on Bay Rd forcemain repair additional costs, a meeting minutes policy, and a CPCNH cost sharing agreement, plus first readings on funding for Newmarket300, annual lease payment for Engine 5, a trackless sidewalk tractor lease, transfer station fee changes, and a rezoning contract for the North Gateway. The agenda also includes appointments and a flagpole reservation request.

• Resolution #2023/2024-08: Bay Rd Forcemain Repair Additional Costs (2nd reading)
• Resolution #2023/2024-14: Amending Transfer Station Collection Fees (1st reading)
• Resolution #2023/2024-12: Annual Lease Payment for Engine 5 (1st reading)
• Resolution #2023/2024-13: Lease Purchase Trackless MT7 Sidewalk Tractor with Plow Equipment (1st reading)
• Resolution #2023/2024-15: Strafford Regional Planning Commission Contract Services - Rezoning of North Gateway (1st reading)

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding a work session with a single substantive agenda item: a discussion of the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire's cost sharing and policies. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is marked as discussion only. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items (pledge, roll call, adjournment).

• Discussion of Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire cost sharing and policies

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission is meeting to discuss routine business including budget, project updates, and new proposals. They will consider a downtown bicycle rack proposal and review a pending grant application for Willey Park. The meeting includes a public forum and introduction of a potential new member.

• AC&T Budget discussion
• Pocket Park mural flip event on October 28 at 4pm
• AC&T Video Production update
• Willey Park pending grant application (T-Mobile Hometown, due 11/30)
• Downtown Bicycle Rack Proposal

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

This meeting has no agenda available; the commission is not deciding or discussing any listed items. The agenda text only directs readers to review the minutes for prior meeting details.

• No agenda items listed

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Energy and Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the town's Community Power program, potential solar projects, and the Master Plan update. They will also plan public education about Community Power for February 2024 and continue work on the energy chapter of the Master Plan.

• Introduction of Town Engineer Lindsay Butler
• Update on Newmarket Community Power status
• Discussion on public education for Community Power in February 2024
• Update on potential town solar projects
• Continue work on energy chapter of Newmarket Master Plan

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee meets to hear the year-end 2023 finance report, receive an orientation on the Municipal Budget Calendar (MBC), and discuss the 2024 budget calendar and ACT document. Members will also approve minutes from June and August 2023.

• Presentation of Town YE’23 Finance Report
• Presentation of Town “MBC Orientation”
• Discussion of 2024 Budget Calendar
• Discussion of ACT document
• Approval of June 2023 Minutes

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on a municipal code amendment, and consider resolutions to reclassify Old Lee Road as a Class A trail and to authorize a $90,000 contract with the Strafford Regional Planning Commission for a master plan update. The council will also take up a flag display policy tabled earlier, and review first-readings on items including Bay Rd forcemain repair costs and meeting minutes policies.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading: Ordinance No. 1-2023/2024 amending Chapter 32, Sections 32-2, 32-11, 32-240
• Resolution #2023/2024-07: Reclassify Old Lee Road from Class VI road to Class A trail
• Resolution #2023/2024-06: Authorize contract with Strafford Regional Planning Commission, up to $90,000 from Master Plan Capital Reserve Fund
• Resolution #2023/2024-04: Flag Display Policy (tabled item)
• Resolution #2023/2024-08: Bay Rd Forcemain Repair Additional Costs (1st reading)

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Committee will review and vote on 2024 capital improvement requests from the Library, Department of Public Works, and Fire Department. No minutes are scheduled for approval. The meeting is open to the public.

• Vote on 2024 CIP requests: Library
• Vote on 2024 CIP requests: Department of Public Works
• Vote on 2024 CIP requests: Fire Department

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to hear a guest speaker on conserving beneficial insects, approve minutes from July and August, and discuss ongoing initiatives like the Community Oyster Garden and Pollinator Pathways. They will also review conservation easement monitoring contracts and other project updates.

• Guest speaker Aaron Anderson from The Xerces Society on conserving beneficial insects
• Approve meeting minutes for July 13 and August 10, 2023
• Discussion of Community Oyster Garden and OysterFest on September 17
• Review of SELT contract for conservation easement monitoring
• Updates on Boulder Drive Trail and Neal Mill Class A Trail

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board will hold a continuation of a public hearing for a proposal by DR Lemieux Builders LLC to subdivide land at 242 South Main Street, creating a 7.22-acre lot for a 32-unit age-restricted multi-family development. The board will also discuss proposed amendments to the zoning code to add architectural design and review requirements in the M2 district and Downtown commercial overlay district. The agenda includes routine items like public comments, minutes approval, and reports.

• Public hearing continuation for Minor Subdivision, Major Site Plan, and Special Use Permit at 242 South Main Street (Tax Map U4 – Lot 69)
• Proposed 32-unit age-restricted multi-family development on 7.22-acre new lot
• Discussion on amending §32-160 Downtown commercial overlay district and related definitions for architectural review
• Approval of minutes from July 11 and August 8, 2023 meetings

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold its regular session, including a public forum, approval of prior meeting minutes, and reports from the town manager and committees. Key items include a second reading of a flag display policy resolution, first readings of an ordinance to regulate illicit stormwater discharges, a resolution to authorize up to $90,000 for a master plan update, and a resolution to reclassify Old Lee Road as a Class A trail. The council will also consider appointments and a resignation.

• Resolution #2023/2024-04 - Flag Display Policy (2nd reading)
• Ordinance No. 1 - 2023/2024 - Regulate illicit discharges into municipal storm drainage system (1st reading)
• Resolution #2023/2024-06 - Authorize contract with Strafford Regional Planning Commission for master plan update, up to $90,000 from Master Plan Capital Reserve Fund (1st reading)
• Resolution #2023/2024-07 - Reclassify Class VI road Old Lee Road into Class A trail (1st reading)
• Appointment: Margaret Crowley to Lamprey River Advisory Committee (term to April 2026); resignation of Mike Hoffman from Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Newmarket Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission will meet to handle routine business, including a public forum, minutes approval, and correspondence. They will discuss old business items like FOI compliance, fundraising for Backyard Bash, and a restaurant promotion report, plus project updates on the Pocket Park mural flip and Willey Park grant applications. New business includes a draft of the FY 2024-25 budget.

• Public forum: Shannon K. Culpepper new member application
• Correspondence: Jamie Knauer resignation, Mike Provost FB post, Bill Tappan CFO re: Venmo account
• Old business: FOI compliance, Backyard Bash fundraising, Summer Music in the Park restaurant promotion report, AC&T video production update
• Project updates: Pocket Park 'Flip the Mural' on November 18 at 2pm; Willey Park grant applications to NH Arts Council (due 9/30) and T-Mobile Hometown (due 11/30)
• New business: FY 2024-25 budget draft

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council and School Board are holding a joint meeting to discuss several topics, including an overview of forms of government, a voting machine discussion with the Town Moderator, current town projects, potential town/school collaborations, and a goals discussion for the town. The meeting begins with a non-public security briefing from the Police Department.

• Non-public session for Newmarket Police Department security briefing (RSA 91-A:3.II(i))
• Discussion on forms of government overview
• Voting machine discussion with Town Moderator Chris Hawkins
• Discussion on current projects and Town Hall
• Discussion on potential Town/School collaborations and town goals

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding its regular session, including a non-public session on employee matters. During the public meeting, the Council will consider accepting minutes, receive reports from the Town Manager and committees, and vote on two resolutions in second reading: one authorizing the annual lease payment for two International dump trucks with plow equipment, and another for paving improvements. A first reading will be held for a resolution on a flag display policy.

• Resolution #2023/2024-01: Annual lease payment for two International dump trucks with plow equipment
• Resolution #2023/2024-02: Paving improvements
• Resolution #2023/2024-04: Flag Display Policy (first reading)
• Non-public session under RSA 91-A:3 II(a) for employee dismissal, promotion, or compensation
• Public forum limited to 15 minutes, speakers limited to 3 minutes

Zoning Board

The Newmarket Zoning Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on a mixed-use development application by CC Railroad Street Newmarket LLC. One variance was granted and three others were continued for further review. The board also accepted minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance from Section 32-56 Zoning Ordinance granted for mixed use development in R2 District
• Variance from Section 32-46A M2A District regarding 62 parking spaces continued
• Variance from Section 32-89 regarding 42 residential units continued
• Variance from Section 46A(b)(e) M2A District allowing residential units on 1st floor granted

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to approve July meeting minutes, review its financial summary, and discuss the proposed FY25 General Fund budget of $5,000. The agenda includes approving expenditures for the Sliding Rock Conservation Area and a final payment for the Piscassic River-Loiselle Conservation Area sign, plus updates on trails and conservation initiatives.

• FY25 General Fund budget request of $5,000, up from $4,520 in FY24, including $1,000 for contracted services with Southeast Land Trust
• Approve expenditures from LRAC grant for Sliding Rock Conservation & Recreation Area
• Approve final sign payment of $150 for Piscassic River-Loiselle Conservation Area
• Wiggin Farm kiosk update
• Boulder Drive Trail update

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposal by DR Lemieux Builders LLC for a minor subdivision, major site plan, and special use permit to create a 7.22-acre lot for a 32-unit age-restricted multifamily development at 242 South Main Street. The board will also consider a request to continue the hearing to September. Additionally, the board will discuss proposed amendments to the town code regarding illicit discharges and architectural design in the downtown overlay district.

• Public hearing for 32-unit age-restricted housing at 242 South Main Street (Tax Map U4 – Lot 69)
• Request to continue the hearing to September meeting
• Discussion on amending §32-2, §32-11, and adding §32-240 to regulate illicit discharges
• Discussion on amending §32-161 and §3.21 to add architectural design requirements in downtown overlay district
• Application for Planning Board Alternate by Abigail Bachman

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Committee will review and vote on 2024 CIP requests from the Department of Public Works, Environmental Services, Police, Fire, and Planning. The agenda includes a $223,625 police software upgrade and a $315,000 bridge rehabilitation project. The meeting is scheduled for August 7, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Town Hall auditorium.

• Police software/data migration and upgrade: $223,625 total, $55,906 in FY24/25
• Ash Swamp Rd Bridge Rehabilitation: $315,000, with $255,000 from capital reserves
• Stormwater Asset Management Program: $280,000 total, $55,000 in FY24/25
• Police dispatch and equipment replacement schedule: $440,942 total
• DPW sidewalk expansion: $125,000

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission is meeting to handle routine business and project updates. They will consider correspondence about creating a Google Drive and individual emails, and discuss old business including the Backyard Bash volunteer schedule and fundraising, Summer Music in the Park restaurant promotion, video production, and Mini Art Gallery reconstruction. New business includes an art auction and the Artist Among Us fall event.

• Backyard Bash volunteer schedule and fundraising
• Summer Music in the Park restaurant promotion update
• Mini Art Gallery reconstruction
• Newmarket 300 Anniversary update
• Art Auction and Artist Among Us fall event

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold its regular session on July 19, 2023, to consider routine approvals including minutes, reports, and resolutions. The meeting includes first and second readings of ordinances, nominations, and appointments, with no major policy decisions scheduled.

• Resolution #2023/2024-01: Annual lease payment for two International dump trucks with plow equipment
• Resolution #2023/2024-02: Paving improvements
• Resolution #2023/2024-03: Transferring $50,000 from Fire Equipment Capital Reserve to Merit Pool
• Resolution #2022/2023-50: Town Hall cabling work (2nd reading)
• Nominations for Arts, Culture & Tourism Commission (Joshua Skovlund and Jamie Knauer) in 2nd reading

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding a regular session that includes a non-public session under NH RSA 91-A:3 II (a) to discuss the dismissal, promotion, or compensation of a public employee. The agenda contains no other substantive items, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the non-public session.

• Non-public session on public employee dismissal, promotion, or compensation
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Adjournment

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to hear a guest speaker from Casella Waste on solid waste and recycling, approve June minutes, review finances, and discuss land stewardship projects including conservation easement monitoring with SELT and grants for Sliding Rock and Wiggin Farm.

• Guest speaker: Casella Waste on solid waste and recycling
• Conservation Easement Monitoring: SELT Contract
• Sliding Rock Conservation & Recreation Area: LRAC grant
• Piscassic River–Loiselle: entrance sign, Library Story Walk
• Wiggin Farm: kiosk

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission will meet to accept minutes, hear public comment, and discuss correspondence including a block party invite and letters of support for the Willey House Central Park Project. Old business includes launching a restaurant promotion for Summer Music in the Park, a video production update, and volunteer scheduling for the Backyard Bash. Project updates cover the Mini Art Gallery reconstruction, Newmarket 300 anniversary, and a walking tour phone optimization.

• Willey House Central Park Project letters of support from Town Planning & Development, Main Street Corp, 1894 Durgin Block, LLC, Historical Society, and Greg Bird
• Summer Music in the Park restaurant promotion launch
• Backyard Bash volunteer schedule and fundraising
• Mini Art Gallery reconstruction update
• Newmarket 300 Anniversary update

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board will hold public hearings on a 32-unit age-restricted housing development at 242 South Main Street, a site plan amendment for a building relocation at 3 Rockingham Junction, and discuss zoning amendments for downtown design standards. The board will also discuss forming a Master Plan Committee for the comprehensive update.

• Public hearing: DR Lemieux Builders LLC proposes 32-unit age-restricted housing on 7.22 acres at 242 South Main Street (Tax Map U4, Lot 69)
• Public hearing: Bingham Junction LLC seeks site plan amendment to relocate existing building and add parking barn at 3 Rockingham Junction (Tax Map R3, Lot 13A)
• Discussion: proposed amendments to §32-161 Downtown Overlay District and §3.21 architectural review to add design requirements
• Discussion: forming a Master Plan Committee for comprehensive update
• Presentation: Capital Improvement Program process modification by Phil Nazzaro

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Newmarket, NH Energy & Environment Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for 2023-06-28 has no agenda available. Residents are directed to review the minutes of previous meetings instead.

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The CIP Committee meets to review two 2024 vehicle purchase requests and discuss the draft 2024–2030 CIP Manual. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee is meeting to review the Town Finance Report for May 2023 and approve the minutes from the May 22nd meeting. They will also discuss Tim Chiou's candidacy for the NBC and update the meeting calendar. The next meeting is scheduled for August 21st.

• Presentation of Town Finance Report, May 2023
• Approval of May 22nd minutes
• Discussion of Tim Chiou's candidacy to the NBC
• Updated meeting calendar; next meeting August 21st

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a regular session to discuss and vote on several resolutions, including a 10-year extension of a cable franchise agreement and amendments to arts and tourism membership. The meeting will also include approval of past minutes, town manager reports, and committee updates.

• Resolution #2022/2023-48: 10-year extension of Cable Franchise Agreement
• Resolution #2022/2023-49: Amendment to Arts, Culture & Tourism Membership
• Resolution #2022/2023-50: Town Hall Cabling Work
• Resolution #2022/2023-51: Bay Road Forcemain Repair
• Public Hearing on Resolution #2022/2023-48

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Trustees of the Trust Funds are meeting to review the 2023 Municipal Trustees Training Workshop and receive a report from Finance Director William Tappan on banks regarding the Capital Reserve Fund. The agenda also includes time for other or new business before adjournment.

• Review of 2023 Municipal Trustees Training Workshop
• Report on banks regarding Capital Reserve Fund by Finance Director William Tappan

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board will review proposed changes to downtown design standards and discuss forming a committee for North Main Street rezoning efforts. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Proposed amendments to §32-160 Downtown commercial overlay district and §3.21 Architectural/aesthetic review in Municipal Code
• Discussion on forming a consultant selection committee for North Main Street rezoning

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Newmarket Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission is meeting to review and finalize the Summer Music in the Park restaurant promotion, receive project updates on the Pocket Park mural and Newmarket 300 anniversary, and discuss a new photography project. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public forum, plus a video production update.

• Final review of Summer Music in the Park restaurant promotion
• Pocket Park mural, rock garden & mini art gallery unveiling logistics
• Newmarket 300 Anniversary update
• Town Historic Walking Tour phone optimization update
• Photography project preliminary plan

Zoning Board

The Newmarket Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two applications: a variance request for a home addition and garage at 29 Packers Falls Road, and a special exception to expand a non-conforming structure at 98 Main Street. The board will also accept minutes from the May 1 meeting and conduct regular business.

• Public hearing: variance request by James & Altanzul Sabatino for an addition and garage at 29 Packers Falls Road (Tax Map U1, Lot 8, R2 Zone), with cantilevered first floor and soffits encroaching less than 2 feet into setbacks.
• Public hearing: special exception request to horizontally expand the one-story rear portion of a non-conforming structure at 98 Main Street (Tax Map U2, Lot 29, M2 Zone) to match the two-story front.
• Acceptance of minutes from May 1, 2023 meeting.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission meets to discuss land stewardship projects, adopt updated operating guidelines, and hear a guest speaker on invasive Japanese knotweed. The meeting includes updates on conservation easements, trail management, and local initiatives like pollinator pathways and stream crossings.

• Adopt Conservation Commission Operating Guidelines (last updated 2007)
• Approve $131,557.34 Conservation Fund balance and $1,560.58 General Fund balance
• Guest speaker Doug Cygan on identifying and managing invasive Japanese knotweed
• Approve $500 funding for Sliding Rock accessible trail assessment (Snowhawk LLC)
• Discuss SELT’s Piscassic Greenway Management Plan update (491 acres total)

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on Ordinance 6-2022/2023, a procurement policy, and consider resolutions for a police cruiser purchase, water and sewer rate increase, and a 10-year cable franchise extension. A first reading will address an amendment to the Arts, Culture & Tourism membership. The meeting also includes public forum, minutes approval, and the town manager's report.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading: Ordinance 6-2022/2023 Procurement Policy
• Resolution #2022/2023-46: Police cruiser purchase
• Resolution #2022/2023-47: Water & sewer rate increase
• Resolution #2022/2023-48: Cable franchise 10-year extension agreement
• 1st reading: Resolution #2022/2023-49 - Amendment to Arts, Culture & Tourism membership

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct a work session with only procedural items on the agenda, including a pledge of allegiance, roll call, and new business/correspondence. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and hold a discussion with the Town Manager about the CIP process. No specific projects, funding amounts, or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023
• Discussion with Town Manager regarding the CIP process

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Trustees of the Trust Funds will meet to reorganize leadership, set meeting procedures, and review draft documents. The group will also discuss training opportunities and establish future meeting dates.

• Reorganize and establish new Chair person
• Review draft document previously distributed by B. Tappan
• Discuss training offered through NH Municipal Association
• Set meeting dates and agendas

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Energy and Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the current status and next steps for the Community Power / Electric Aggregation Plan, and to continue work on the Energy Chapter of the Newmarket Master Plan. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, public forum, and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of Community Power / Electric Aggregation Plan next steps
• Continued work on Energy Chapter of Newmarket Master Plan
• Public forum for resident input
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2023 meeting

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee will convene at Town Hall to discuss the School District's third-quarter financials and approve minutes from its April 24 meeting. The meeting includes a public forum and routine procedural items.

• School District Q3 Financials Presentation
• Approval of 4-24-2023 Meeting Minutes

General

The Newmarket Planning Board will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to impact fee assessment methodologies, specifically removing water and sewer from the fee schedule and updating unit prices. The board will also discuss proposed amendments to the historic overlay district and architectural review sections of the town code. The meeting includes routine items like public comments, minutes approval, and committee assignments.

• Public hearing on impact fee changes: remove water and sewer from fee schedule, update unit price fee
• Discussion on amending §32-161 Historic overlay district and §3.21 Architectural/aesthetic review to add design requirements
• Approval of minutes from 03/21/23 and 04/11/23
• Committee assignments: Conservation Commission, Energy & Advisory Committee, Capital Improvement Program Committee

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a regular session with a non-public meeting on property matters, followed by public forum, minutes approval, and reports. Key business includes a second reading of a Facilities Master Plan amendment, and first readings of the Newmarket/Newfields Ambulance Service Agreement and the Community Power Aggregation Plan. The council will also make appointments and accept a resignation.

• Resolution #2022/2023-44 - Facilities Master Plan - Amendment No.1 (2nd reading)
• Resolution #20222023-43 - Newmarket/Newfields Ambulance Service Agreement (1st reading)
• Resolution #2022/2023-45 - Newmarket Community Power Aggregation Plan (1st reading)
• Appointment: Ben Reeder to Arts, Culture & Tourism Commission (term to April 2026)
• Resignation: Sean Moran from Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission meets to accept past minutes, hear public comments, and discuss ongoing projects including a pocket park mural unveiling, a 300th anniversary town walking tour update, and fundraising for a 2024 photo calendar. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Pocket Park mural unveiling scheduled for Friday, June 16
• Newmarket 300 Anniversary theme vote and Elm Street wall renovation update
• Grant application opportunity for library project
• Fundraising planning for 2024 photo calendar
• Town walking tour phone optimization proposal

Zoning Board

The Newmarket Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request for an Equitable Waiver of Dimensional Requirements for a garage at 181 Grant Road. The waiver would resolve a setback issue discovered after a recent special exception allowed a house to be attached to a non-conforming garage.

• Public hearing for Equitable Waiver of Dimensional Requirements at 181 Grant Road (Tax Map R7, Lot 8-4, R1 Zone)
• Waiver requested due to garage setback violation discovered after special exception approval

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee is meeting to review its draft minutes from the previous meeting and an updated agenda. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed on this agenda.

• Review of draft minutes from March 28, 2023
• Review of updated agenda for April 25, 2023

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee will hold its organizational meeting, appointing a chair and vice-chair and approving the FY 2024 calendar. They will also review the town's Q3 2023 finance report and approve prior meeting minutes. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Appoint Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approve FY 2024 Calendar
• Review YTD Q3'23 Town Finance Report
• Approve Meeting Minutes of 03-20-2023

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold its regular session on April 19, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the Town Council Chambers. The meeting includes procedural items such as adopting the 2023/2024 Rules of Proceedings, committee assignments, and accepting meeting minutes. The Town Manager will present reports, and the Council will consider second-reading resolutions, nominations, and first-reading ordinances.

• Adopt Town Council 2023/2024 Rules of Proceedings
• Resolution #2022/2023-41 - Stormwater Asset Management Program (AMP) - 2nd reading
• Resolution #2022/2023-44 - Facilities Master Plan - Amendment No.1 - 1st reading
• Reappointment of Michael Parkin to Newmarket Housing Authority Commission (term to March 2028)
• Reappointment of Steve Minutelli to Zoning Board of Adjustment (term to April 2026)

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 13, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall Auditorium. The agenda includes electing a chair and vice chair, a guest presentation by Dr. Shannon Rogers of UNH on the connections between nature and the economy, and updates on various initiatives and land stewardship projects. The commission will also review its operating guidelines and discuss conservation easement monitoring.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Guest speaker: Dr. Shannon Rogers, UNH, on 'Nature & Economy'
• Discussion of Pollinator Pathways, Connect to Protect, and Stream and Wildlife Crossing Enhancement projects
• Land stewardship updates: Sliding Rock LRAC grant, Piscassic River-Loiselle entrance sign, Wiggin Farm April 22 work day, Dearborn driveway ROW easement
• Review of Conservation Commission Operating Guidelines

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission will hear a guest presentation from the Riverfront Advisory Committee, accept minutes, and discuss old and new business. Items include finalizing the commission logo, grant opportunities, and updates on projects like the Newmarket 300 Anniversary and Pocket Park. The meeting is a regular business session with public forum.

• Guest presentation by Sam Kenney of Riverfront Advisory Committee
• Final version acceptance of AC&T logo
• Grant application opportunities discussion
• Backyard Bash participation commitment
• Elm Street Wall Renovation Project update

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold public hearings and second readings on two ordinances: one amending traffic and vehicle regulations (Chapter 30) and another adding a system development charge connection fee for water and sewer (Chapter 14-121). The Council will also elect officers, make committee assignments, consider appointments, and discuss a resolution for a stormwater asset management program.

• Ordinance No. 4-2022/2023: Amend Chapter 30 (Traffic and Vehicles)
• Ordinance No. 5-2022/2023: New water/sewer system development charge connection fee
• Resolution #2022/2023-40: Ash Swamp Road Bridge Evaluation
• Resolution #2022/2023-42: Amend Council Rules to 1 meeting per month
• Resolution #2022/2023-41: Stormwater Asset Management Program (1st reading)

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee will meet to approve minutes, review an updated request form, and discuss amending the CIP manual and rules of procedure. They will also draft a presentation schedule for requesters. The meeting is largely procedural and administrative.

• Review updated request form
• Discuss amending CIP manual and rules of procedure
• Draft presentation schedule for requesters
• Approve minutes from November 1, 2022

Zoning Board

The Newmarket Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing for a special exception to build a screened porch within a setback, and continue a hearing on a variance for a mixed residential-commercial development at 3 North Main Street. The board will also accept minutes from its February 27 meeting.

• Public hearing: special exception for 10' x 21' screened porch at 230 Bay Road (Tax Map R1, Lot 36, R1 Zone)
• Continued hearing: variance for mixed-use development at 3 North Main Street (Tax Map U2, Lot 286, B1 Zone)
• Variance requests: allow residential in business zone and increase density to 2 units/acre
• Proposed development: three buildings with retail, apartments, and townhomes
• Minutes acceptance for 02/27/23 meeting

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board will hold a continuation of a public hearing for a Major Site Plan Review for a proposed 12-unit building at 4 Bennett Way, and will also hold a public hearing for a design review of a proposed 32-unit age-restricted development at 242 South Main Street. The board will also discuss draft zoning amendments for the historic overlay district.

• Continuation of public hearing for Major Site Plan Review at 4 Bennett Way (Tax Map U4, Lot 4-11) for a 2-story, 12-unit building
• Public hearing for Design Review at 242 South Main Street (Tax Map U4, Lot 69) for a proposed 32-unit age-restricted multi-family development
• Discussion of draft zoning amendment to §32-161 Historic overlay district to add architectural design requirements

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold its regular session, including public forum, minutes approval, and reports. Key items include second reading of a resolution to name Leo P. Filion Park, third reading of two veterans' tax credit resolutions, and first readings of ordinances to amend traffic regulations and add water/sewer connection fees. The council will also consider several reappointments to boards and commissions.

• Resolution #2022/2023-39: Naming of Leo P. Filion Park (2nd reading)
• Resolution #2022/2023-33: Re-adopting Veteran's Optional Tax Credit (3rd reading)
• Resolution #2022/2023-34: Adopting All Veterans Tax Credit (3rd reading)
• Ordinance No. 4: Amend Chapter 30 Traffic and Vehicles (1st reading)
• Ordinance No. 5: Add water/sewer system development charge connection fees (1st reading)

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or has no substantive public items.

• No agenda items listed

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to hear a guest speaker on fecal contamination in the Lamprey River watershed, and to discuss routine business including minutes, finances, and reports. They will also review ongoing land stewardship projects and conservation easement monitoring.

• Guest speaker Dr. Stephen Jones on tracking fecal contamination in Lamprey River watershed
• Finance report: Conservation Fund balance $130,805.40, General Fund $1,823.43
• Initiatives: Pollinator Pathways, Connect to Protect, Stream and Wildlife Crossing Enhancement Project
• Land stewardship: Sliding Rock Recreation and Conservation Area LRAC grant, Wiggin Farm kiosk and bridge, Dearborn driveway ROW easement
• Conservation easement monitoring report

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance No. 3-2022/2023, which amends several sections of the zoning code, including rules on nonconformity, special use permits, definitions, and accessory apartments. The Council will also consider second readings of resolutions on veterans' tax credits, wastewater system evaluation, sewer cleaning, lead and copper rule assistance, and a streetlight pole banner policy. A first reading will be held for a resolution to name Leo P. Filion Park. The meeting includes public forum, minutes approval, and the Town Manager's report.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading: Ordinance No. 3-2022/2023 amending Chapter 32 Zoning (nonconformity, special use permits, definitions, accessory apartments)
• Resolution #2022/2023-33: Re-adopting Veteran's Optional Tax Credit
• Resolution #2022/2023-34: Adopting All Veterans Tax Credit
• Resolution #2022/2023-35: Wastewater Collection System Evaluation
• Resolution #2022/2023-38: Adopt Streetlight Pole Banner Policy

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is meeting to enter a non-public session under RSA 91-A:3.II(a) to discuss personnel matters. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, new/old business, and adjournment.

• Non-public session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3.II(a) for personnel

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Energy and Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to set dates for two public hearings on the Community Power Electric Aggregation Plan, review minutes, and discuss expiring member terms. They will also hold a work session on the Energy and Environment chapter of the Master Plan.

• Set dates for two Community Power Electric Aggregation Plans Public Hearings
• Expiring terms for members Ellen Read, Emily Jones, Ruth Kane, Sarah Stinson (April 2023)
• Work session on Master Plan - Energy and Environment Chapter
• Approval of minutes from Jan-11-2023

General

The Newmarket Town Council is holding a regular session to discuss Community Power, including the status of the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire and Newmarket's own Community Power program. The council will walk through the draft Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP) and outline next steps, which include a public hearing. This is an informational and discussion item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of Community Power program status
• Walkthrough of Newmarket Community Power Draft Electric Aggregation Plan
• Next steps include a public hearing on the plan

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,' and the public is directed to review the minutes for any details.

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission met to discuss land stewardship, conservation easement monitoring, and grant-funded projects. Members reviewed progress on Sliding Rock Recreation Area improvements funded by an LRAC grant and discussed repairs needed at Wiggin Farm, including a fallen kiosk and bridge decking issues. The Commission also approved expenditures for easement monitoring and signage supplies.

• Sliding Rock Recreation and Conservation Area – LRAC grant projects totaling $5,225 (hazard tree removal, kiosk, trail assessment, kayak racks, permits)
• Wiggin Farm repairs including fallen kiosk and bridge decking issues
• Approval of $365.88 expenditure for SELT easement monitoring
• Approval of $24.84 reimbursement for PR/L property signage supplies
• Connect to Protect Initiative planning for conservation easement network and regional trail connections

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission

The Newmarket Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, member updates, and project updates. Key items include finalizing the Art Box installation theme and design, reviewing the Elm Street Wall renovation, and revising the commission's purpose and vision.

• Motion to replace Onica Berger and welcome Joshua Skovlund
• Discussion of Library Trustees email regarding Mural Panels
• Newmarket 300 Anniversary update
• Town Walking Tour app conversion with UNH intern approval
• Art Boxes theme 'Artist Among Us' and installation planning

Budget Committee

The Newmarket Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the town's and school's financials, and to approve meeting minutes from previous sessions. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the financial discussions.

• Discuss Town Financials
• Discuss School Financials
• Approval of Meeting Minutes from 12-19-2022 and 1-9-2023

Cemetery Trustees

The Newmarket Cemetery Trustees are meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and electing officers. They will also discuss several requests and updates related to Riverside Cemetery and Old Town Graveyard, such as a tree donation, use of maple trees, sale of an unused grave, monument repairs, a proposed gate, and sign boards.

• Request by a family to donate a tree to the cemetery
• Request for using the Maple Trees in Riverside Cemetery
• Request to sell an unused grave
• Update on repairing monuments in Riverside Cemetery
• Discuss status of proposed gate in Old Town Graveyard

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council is holding its regular session with public forum, minutes approval, and reports. Key business includes a second reading to rename the Arts & Tourism Commission, first readings on correcting a bond resolution, a facilities master plan, and engineering for a septage receiving station. The agenda is largely routine with several resolutions for discussion.

• Resolution #2022/2023-28: Renaming the Arts & Tourism Commission (2nd reading)
• Resolution #2022/2023-29: Correcting adopted resolution 2022/2023-26 on bond issuance (1st reading, rules suspension requested)
• Resolution #2022/2023-30: Facilities Master Plan (1st reading)
• Resolution #2022/2023-31: Engineering for Septage Receiving Station (1st reading)

Conservation Commission

The Newmarket Conservation Commission is meeting to hear from Town Engineer Lyndsay Butler, review finances, and discuss land stewardship projects including a grant for Sliding Rock Recreation and Conservation Area, improvements at Wiggin Farm, and a driveway right-of-way easement at Dearborn. They will also set 2023 priorities and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Guest speaker: Town Engineer Lyndsay Butler
• Sliding Rock Recreation and Conservation Area – LRAC grant
• Wiggin Farm – kiosk, bridge, invasives work
• Dearborn – driveway ROW easement
• 2022 Annual Report and 2023 Priorities

Energy & Environment Advisory Committee

The Energy & Environment Advisory Committee meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Planning Board

The Newmarket Planning Board is meeting to continue two public hearings: one for a Major Site Plan Review to build a 12-unit building at 4 Bennett Way, and another for proposed zoning amendments to expand accessory dwelling units. The board will also review draft language from the Town Council to add architectural design requirements to the historic overlay district. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and reports.

• Continuation of public hearing for Major Site Plan Review by SCG Management Corp/Second Bennett Way Limited Partnership for a 2-story, 12-unit building at 4 Bennett Way, Tax Map U4, Lot 4-11, B1 Zoning District
• Continuation of public hearing for zoning amendments to sections 32-5, 32-9, 32-11, 32-155, and 32-234 to expand accessory dwelling units
• Review of draft language to amend section 32-161 Historic overlay district to add architectural design requirements
• Acceptance of minutes from November 8, 2022

Budget Committee

This meeting has no agenda available; only minutes are referenced. It appears to be procedural or administrative in nature, with no specific items for decision or discussion listed.

Ad hoc Riverfront Advisory Committee

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes for any prior discussion or decisions.

• No agenda items listed

Town Council

The Newmarket Town Council will meet to accept meeting minutes, hear the Town Manager’s report, and vote on several resolutions including a police collective bargaining agreement and funding for the Thickener Project. Nominations and appointments, as well as ordinances in first and second readings, will also be discussed.

• Accept December 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Vote on Resolution #2022/2023-16: Thickener Project Award Authorization for T-Buck Construction
• Vote on Resolution #2022/2023-27: Approval of Police Collective Bargaining Agreement Local 215
• Consider renaming the Arts & Tourism Commission (Resolution #2022/2023-28)
• Appoint Al Zink to Zoning Board of Adjustment (term expiration April 2025)