Rockingham public meetings in 2025

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(2025 12 30) TriBoard

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SB (2025 12 30)

The Select Board approved the General and Highway Fund budgets and adopted the warning for the 2026 Town Meeting. The board also ratified a contract for manager recruitment.

• Ratified authorization of Select Board Chair to approve VLCT manager recruitment contract
• Approved 26/27 budget of $7,226,127 with $5,805,249 to be raised by taxes
• Adopted the warning for Town Meeting scheduled for February 28, 2026
• Tabled December 16, 2025 minutes until January 6, 2026

Tri Board (2025 12 30)

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(2025 12 23) BFVC

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(2025 12 23) Trustee

The board appointed Alex Thorpi as interim manager and authorized a recruitment contract with VLCT. They also approved a consulting contract for the Sewer Department to assist with grant applications.

• Approved VLCT manager recruitment contract and authorized Village President to sign (unanimous)
• Authorized Village President to sign consulting contract for Rob Wheeler in Sewer Department (unanimous)
• Approved contract appointing Alex Thorpi as interim manager (unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)

(2025 12 22) Selectboard

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SB (2025 12 22)

The Select Board authorized a joint application for an EDA grant to fund the Bellows Falls Slope Stabilization project and approved the sale of four town-owned properties. The Board also reviewed the 2026/2027 budget, including adjustments to sidewalk and bumpout project funding, with final budget and warning approvals scheduled for December 30, 2025.

• Approved VLCT manager recruitment contract
• Authorized sale of 37 Front, 9 Barker, and 34 & 36 Old Terrace
• Authorized joint EDA application for BF Slope Stabilization project
• Approved $24,000 match for Flat Iron Bumpout project
• Approved meeting minutes of 12/16/25
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants
• Entered and adjourned executive session

Planning Commission 2025 12 18

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(2025 12 18) PC

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(2025 12 18) PC

The Commission approved the 2026 meeting schedule and the November 18, 2025 minutes. Members discussed improving internal case tracking via a shared spreadsheet and increasing public access to documents on the Town website.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule for the last Thursday of each month, except November 19 and December 17 (unanimous)

SB (2025 12 16)

The Select Board approved a project to replace downtown lightbulbs to reduce energy use and light pollution. The board also appointed a new member to the Cemetery Committee and reviewed a draft audit and downtown bumpout designs.

• Approved downtown streetlight upgrade project (Motion carried)
• Appointed Christian Henning to the Cemetery Committee (Motion carried)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (Motion carried)
• Approved minutes of December 9, 2025 (Motion carried)

Rockingham Selectboard 2025 12 09

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SB (2025 12 09)

The Board allocated funds for Phase 3 of the Bellows Falls Intermodal Transportation Center and authorized a commitment for a regional Brownfield grant. It also approved a merger of two housing partnerships and agreed to begin the search for a new Town Manager.

• Allocated $75K match for FRA CRISI funds for train station Phase 3 (3-0-2)
• Authorized Municipal Manager to sign commitment for Windham Regional Commission Brownfield grant
• Approved merger of Exner Block and Howard Block partnerships
• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants
• Consensus to hire VLCT to begin Town Manager search process
• Tabled Draft Audit Presentation to December 16

(12092025) Selectboard

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(20251209) Rockingham Energy Commission

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(2025 12 8) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

The committee reviewed the Perpetual Care Fund's market exposure and discussed implementing liability waivers and training for cemetery volunteers. Progress reports were provided on cemetery photography, database development, and a planned library exhibit.

• Agreed to mandate liability waivers for cemetery volunteer work
• Postponed approval of November 17th meeting minutes
• Unanimously approved adjournment of meeting

RCC (20251208)

The commission approved the November meeting minutes and discussed various conservation and trail initiatives. A proposal to fund the extension of the Riverfront Trail was denied. No official vote was taken on Governor Executive Order 06-25 due to public notice requirements.

• Approved November meeting minutes
• Riverfront Trail extension funding proposal denied

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(2025 12 08) Cemetery Committee

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(2025 12 5) Walk Bike Commitee

The committee discussed a UVM student design plan for Red Light Hill with estimated costs of $189,000. Members identified concerns regarding funding, engineering licensure, and right-of-way negotiations. No formal votes were taken.

• Agreed to seek Highway Dept. clarification on crosswalk regulations before advocating for a crosswalk between Kokopelli and the 802 Credit Union

(2025 12 05) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 12 3) Historic Preservation

The Commission approved the preparation of three historic marker applications and endorsed two budget scenarios for FY27. Members also reviewed the nomination process for the Bellows Falls Petroglyphs to the National Register of Historic Places.

• Approved minutes of November 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized preparation of historic marker applications for Hetty Green, Adams Grist Mill, and Under the Hill
• Endorsed two FY27 budget scenarios (Construction and No Construction) via consensus
• Reached consensus to forward the 2023 Train Depot Section 106 report to the coordinator for review

(2025 12 3) RLF

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(2025 12 3) Historic Preservation

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(2025 12 2) BF Trustees

The Board adopted Resolutions of Necessity for the Kissell Hill & Colony Rd Water Project and the Laurel Avenue Sewer Project. Trustees also scheduled a special village meeting for January 2026 to vote on bonds for these projects.

• Adopted Resolution of Necessity for Kissell Hill & Colony Rd Water Project (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution of Necessity for Laurel Avenue Sewer Project (Unanimous)
• Adopted Warning for Special Meeting on January 13, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Declaration of Official Intent to Reimburse Certain Expenditures from Proceeds of Bond Indebtedness (Unanimous)

VT DEC Clarification of Phased Cleanup Activity

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(2025 12 1) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board approved the December 1 warrant and the minutes from the November 17 meeting. Trustees proposed several adjustments to the FY 2026-2027 Wastewater Treatment Plant and General Fund budgets, including deleting fire department lines following a merger with the Town of Rockingham.

• Approved December 1 warrant for $72,779.58 (unanimous)
• Approved corrected November 17 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed A. Howlett to review and approve bills for December

New Haven CT train station project

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• Project budget includes a $9.5 million federal grant and $7 million in tax credits and state incentives
• Installation of up to 200 geothermal boreholes
• Target completion date for the system is the latter half of 2028
• Project serves Union Station and approximately 1,000 units of housing

(2025 12 1) Saxtons River Trustees

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Thermal Strategic Plan Summary

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2025 11 25 Trustee

The board approved two State Revolving Loan Fund applications for PER feasibility and construction. They also adopted an updated police internal investigation policy and approved a request for WCoTA to construct trails at Oak Hill.

• Adopted Warning for Special Village Meeting in January 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Police Department Internal Investigation Policy (unanimous)
• Approved WCoTA request to construct trails at Oak Hill (unanimous)
• Approved State Revolving Loan Fund application for PER Step I Feasibility and Planning (unanimous)
• Approved State Revolving Loan Fund application for PER Step III construction (unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)
• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

2025 11 20 Planning Commission

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(2025 11 20) Planning Committee

The Commission approved the October 23, 2025, meeting minutes with corrections. Members reviewed draft flood hazard bylaws and vegetation management language, though no formal action was taken on the regulations. Zoning amendment work was deferred until after January.

• Approved October 23, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

Rockingham Select Board 2025 11 18

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(2025 11 18) Select Board

The Board appointed Jarrod James as interim recreation director and approved funding for the Saxtons River Hearse shed roof. Members also ratified a security camera policy and scheduled a December vote on the sale of town-owned properties acquired via tax sales.

• Approved ratification of security camera policy
• Approved funding not to exceed $750 for Saxtons River Hearse shed roof materials
• Appointed Jarrod James as interim recreation director
• Scheduled virtual meeting for 12/19 to approve or deny Town Tax acquired Property sales
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants
• Approved minutes of 11/04/25
• Agreed to close offices at 2 p.m. on 11/26 and 12/24

(2025 11 18) Rockingham Select Board

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(2025 11 17) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board approved a $7,600 contract for chimney repairs at 44 Main Street and transferred the unspent FAST Squad budget balance to the Rockingham Municipal Fire and Rescue Department. Trustees also voted to stop providing insurance for fire and rescue apparatus. Preliminary FY 2026-2027 budget adjustments were discussed, including shifting several utility costs to the Town.

• Approved November 17 warrant for $4,289.72 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of unspent Saxtons River FAST Squad budget balance to Rockingham Municipal Fire and Rescue Department by Nov 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to stop carrying insurance for Fire or Rescue apparatus (unanimous)
• Approved revised November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $7,600 bid from Newcomb’s Masonry for chimney repair and liner at 44 Main Street (unanimous)
• Agreed by consensus not to transfer Building, Electricity, Heat, Insurance, or Telephone/Internet budget lines to the Town

(2025 11 17) Tree Committee

The committee approved the September 15, 2025, meeting minutes. Members discussed plans for spring tree planting in Saxtons River and the establishment of a community tree nursery at the former Community Gardens.

• Approved September 15, 2025 meeting minutes

(2025 11 17) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

The committee noted the Select Board's approval of $750 for temporary roof repairs at the Saxtons River hearse house. Members agreed to revisit cemetery rules and regulations over the next year and determined that a legal review of the Perpetual Care Fund is overdue.

• Approved $750 for temporary repair of Saxtons River hearse house roof
• Agreed to revisit Cemetery Rules & Regulations and Rate Sheet over the next year
• Agreed that a legal review of the Perpetual Care Fund is past due

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(2025 11 17) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 11 17) Cemetery Committee

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(2025 11 17) Tree Committee

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REC (20251111)

The committee reviewed a recent home heat transfer workshop and discussed the finalization of the energy plan chapter for the town plan. Members discussed window measurements for a WindowDressers project and the current lack of enforcement for energy code compliance reports.

• Approved October minutes

REC (20251111)

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2025 11 11 Trustee

The board scheduled a special meeting for January 12-13, 2026, to vote on bonds for water, sewer, and road improvements. Trustees also adopted a new video surveillance policy and updated personnel rules.

• Approved WCota request to rebuild a trail and add a new trail (Unanimous)
• Scheduled Special Village Meeting for bond votes on January 12-13, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Video Surveillance Policy and Procedure based on VLCT model (Unanimous)
• Adopted Personnel Rules Appendices (Unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (Unanimous)

(2025 11 10) Walk Bike Committee

The committee reviewed sidewalk accessibility issues and discussed plans for a future sidewalk audit using AARP data collection tools. Members also reviewed priorities for Saxtons River and prepared for an upcoming site visit from UVM students regarding Red Light Hill designs. No formal votes or binding decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 20 meeting
• Discussed sidewalk audit proposal
• Prioritized curb cut installation at Saxtons River crosswalk

RCC (20251110)

The commission held a presentation on land conservation and community forests. No substantive policy decisions were made, though members discussed energy plans, trail initiatives, and potential opposition to wetland rule changes.

• Approved October meeting minutes

(2025 11 10) Walk Bike Committee

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25 1106

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(2025 11 5) Historic Preservation

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(2025 11 5) Historic Preservation

The Commission approved a resolution advising the Selectboard to provide up to $750 for emergency roof repairs on the Saxtons River Cemetery hearse shed. Members also reviewed progress on roadside historic markers and discussed two potential FY27 budget scenarios for the Rockingham Meeting House.

• Approved resolution advising Selectboard to fund up to $750 for hearse shed roof repairs (4-0-0)
• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2025 11 4) Rockingham Select Board

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Rockingham Select Board 2025 11 04

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(2025 11 04) Select Board

The Select Board approved updated personnel rules and adopted a charge for a new recreation committee. The board also appointed a Zoning Administrator and a project manager for the School/Atkinson project.

• Adopted updated personnel rules (Motion carried)
• Adopted recreation committee charge (Motion carried)
• Appointed Nora Ventrella as Zoning Administrator (Motion carried)
• Appointed Colin Bratton of WRC as Project Manager for School/Atkinson project (Motion carried)
• Adopted video surveillance policy for Fire Department building (Motion carried)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (Motion carried)
• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (Motion carried)

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(2025 11 3) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board conditionally accepted an offer to sell property adjacent to 7 Maple Street, pending voter approval. Trustees also approved the transfer of funds and a rescue vehicle to the new Rockingham Municipal Fire and Rescue service.

• Conditionally accepted $10,000 offer for property next to 7 Maple Street (3-2)
• Approved transfer of unspent Fire Department budget balance to Rockingham Municipal Fire and Rescue (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Rescue Squad vehicle and equipment to Town of Rockingham (unanimous)
• Approved $2,950 bid from Asphalt Worx for Fire Station ADA sidewalk repairs (unanimous)
• Approved November 3 warrant for $7,863.99 (unanimous)
• Approved revised May 19 minutes regarding Capital Reserve fund transfers (unanimous)
• Approved October 20 meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2025 11 03) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 10 28) BF Trustees

The board approved bond counsel engagement agreements for sewer projects at Laurel Avenue, Kissell Hill, and Colony Road. Trustees also granted utility bill relief for two residents and funded a fire department open house.

• Approved Bond Counsel Engagement Agreement for Laurel Avenue Sewer Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Bond Counsel Engagement Agreement for Kissell Hill and Colony Rd projects (unanimous)
• Approved $500 donation for Municipal Fire Department Open House food and beverages (unanimous)
• Adjusted 7 Hyde St sewer charge from $522.06 to $202.48 (unanimous)
• Adjusted 35 Reese Circle sewer charge from $776.77 to $202.48 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 23 and October 15, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)

(2025 10 27) Fire Committee

The committee reviewed the roster, equipment updates, and funding status for the new fire department. No new legislative actions or budget approvals were decided during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of 9/25/25

(2025 10 27) Fire Committee

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(2025 10 23) Planning Commission

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(2025 10 23) Planning Commission

The Commission nominated Nora Ventrella for appointment as Zoning Administrator despite some members' concerns regarding the hiring process. The board also selected the WRC model as the foundation for updating the town's flood hazard bylaws.

• Nominated Nora Ventrella as Zoning Administrator for Selectboard appointment (5-1, 1 recusal)
• Approved September 26, 2025 meeting minutes as amended
• Selected WRC model for floodplain bylaw modernization
• Set flood freeboard requirement at 2 feet
• Maintained current 'no rise' policy for flood hazard areas
• Agreed to require a certificate of occupancy (CFO) after construction
• Updated student representative job description to remove residency requirement

Rockingham Select Board 2025 10 21

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(2025 10 21) Rockingham Select Board

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(2025 10 21) Select Board

The Board approved a construction manager contract for the Rockingham Meeting House and a sole-source contract for replacement overhead doors. A request for $500 to support a Fire Department commemoration was approved, while a proposal for cemetery landscaping and funds was denied.

• Approved construction manager contract with Cole Company for Rockingham Meeting House
• Approved sole-source contract with Champion Overhead Door for replacement doors
• Approved $500 for Fire Department commemoration ceremony
• Approved letter of support for VT ANR Outstanding Resource Waters program
• Denied proposal for $36K landscaping and cemetery funds (1-2)
• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants

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(2025 10 20) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the October 20 warrant and a $500 contribution for a community fire parade celebration. Trustees expressed support for a tree planting proposal and discussed a potential shared intern program with the Town of Rockingham and Village of Bellows Falls.

• Approved October 20 warrant for $17,416.59 (unanimous)
• Approved $500 contribution from Special Projects budget for October 12 community celebration (unanimous)
• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss sale of Village property adjacent to 7 Maple Street; no action taken (unanimous)

(2025 10 20) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 10 20) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 10 15) Bellows Falls Trustees

The Bellows Falls Village Trustees held a special meeting to appoint an interim fire chief. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.

• Approved appointment of Shaun McGinnis as Interim Fire Chief (unanimous)

Warning (2025 10 14)

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REC (20251014)

The committee reviewed a draft of the enhanced energy plan and requested revisions to data tables and maps. Members discussed potential dates for free community energy workshops provided by the Vermont Energy Education Program.

• Approved September minutes

REC (20251014)

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20251013 RCC

The committee coordinated the transfer of restored plot maps to the Town Clerk and planned a test-case for a new photography database using CatalogIt. Members also arranged for a historic damaged headstone to be displayed at the Rockingham Public Library for public education.

• Approved September 8th minutes with two amendments
• Agreed to display a historic slate stone at the Rockingham Public Library after 11/01/25
• Determined that CatalogIt will be tested using Cambridgeport data

RCC (20251013)

The commission approved the minutes from the September meeting. Members discussed upcoming energy workshops, river clean-up efforts, and trail initiatives, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved September minutes

20251013 RCC

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(2025 10 7) Selectboard

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Rockingham Select Board 2025 10 07

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(2025 10 07) Select Board

The Board approved several contracts for the Bellows Falls Intermodal Transportation Center and a purchase option for 0 Bridge St. to facilitate cleanup and housing development. The Board also appointed an interim fire chief and set the 2026 Town Meeting date.

• Approved appointment of Shaun McGinnis as Interim Fire Chief
• Approved theater and entertainment permit for GFRCC Flannel Festival
• Approved use of Public ROW at School St. EXT for Community Trunk or Treat on 10/30
• Approved Stevens Associates amendments and Phase 3 design contract for BFITC
• Approved Breadloaf Corp contract for services for BFITC
• Approved 0 Bridge St. purchase option and authorized municipal manager to execute
• Set 2026 Town Meeting for Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 2 p.m.
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants

(2025 10 6) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board confirmed Shaun McGinnis as Interim Fire Chief and approved two contracts for electrical and insulation work at the trolley station. Trustees also approved a payment warrant for $11,437.38 and reviewed first-quarter financials.

• Approved warrant for $11,437.38 (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Shaun McGinnis as Interim Fire Chief (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000.00 electrical upgrade bid from KO Electric Services (unanimous)
• Approved $15,066.00 insulation bid from Farnum Insulators (unanimous)
• Approved salvage of original tin roofing for donation or reuse (consensus)
• Approved corrected September 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2025 10 6) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 10 1) Historic Preservation

The commission approved a resolution requesting the selectboard determine ownership and provide short-term and long-term protection for the Saxtons River Cemetery hearse shed. The group also reviewed draft text for historic markers and provided updates on several preservation grants and projects.

• Approved minutes of September 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for selectboard to establish ownership and protect Saxtons River Cemetery hearse shed (4-0-0)
• Decided to use longer BFHS draft text for Adams Grist Mill marker
• Decided Hetty Green marker text requires further editorial work

October and November 2025 Monthly Civic Report Analysis

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(2025 10 1) Historic Preservation

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2025 Village Report

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(2025 9 29) Walk Bike Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the September 8 meeting and established roles and duties for public meetings scheduled for October 16 and November 7. Members discussed concerns regarding electric vehicles on sidewalks and received updates on various infrastructure projects.

• Approved September 8 meeting minutes

(2025 9 29) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 09 25) Planning Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025, meeting. Members discussed flood hazard bylaw options and sidewalk assessments, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes of 8/28/25
• Tabled proposed zoning topics to October meeting

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(2025 09 25) Planning Commission

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(2025 9 25) Fire Committee

The committee established a deadline for early membership applications to finalize a personnel roster. Members discussed station access, call sign changes, and the implementation of a transition plan involving Bellows Falls and Springfield villages.

• Approved minutes of 8/21/25
• Set October 17, 2025 as the deadline for early membership applications

(2025 9 25) Fire Transition

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(2025 09 23) Bellows Falls Trustees

The board approved the allocation of ARPA funds for housing, biomass, and public safety projects. Trustees authorized the transfer of physical assets to a new fire operations entity and approved a memorandum of understanding with HCRS for the police department.

• Approved $40,000 ARPA transfer for Wayfinding Project USDA Grant Match (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 ARPA transfer for Bellows Falls Village Housing Loan Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 ARPA transfer for GRAS Biomass Wood Boiler match (unanimous)
• Approved $9,259.12 ARPA transfer for Public Safety Building radio project (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of physical assets to new fire entity (unanimous)
• Approved MOU between Bellows Falls Police Department and HCRS (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Local 98 (unanimous)
• Approved event permits for VABVI and Parade of Lights (unanimous)

(2025 9 22) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board voted to decline a purchase offer for Village land bounded by Mill Street, 7 Maple Street, and 5 Mill Street. Trustees also approved the purchase of replacement signs with corrected spelling and authorized participation in an opioid settlement.

• Rejected $7,500 offer for Village land bordered by Mill Street, 7 Maple Street and 5 Mill Street (4-1)
• Approved purchase of replacement signs with correct spelling (unanimous)
• Authorized participation in opioid settlement and forwarding share to State of Vermont (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

(2025 9 22) Saxtons River Trustees

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REC (20250917)

The committee decided to cancel this year's WindowDressers build due to personal issues and low customer response. Members discussed potential free energy workshops offered by VEEP and updates to the town plan's energy chapter.

• Approved August minutes
• Cancelled 2025 WindowDressers build

REC (20250917)

The committee decided to cancel the annual WindowDressers build due to personal issues and low customer response. Members discussed potential free energy workshops offered by VEEP and provided updates on the town plan's energy chapter.

• Approved August minutes
• Cancelled this year's WindowDressers build

REC (20250917)

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(2025 9 16) Rockingham Selectboard

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Rockingham Select Board 2025 09 16

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(2025 09 16) Select Board

The Select Board approved the transition to a municipal fire department and authorized a purchase option for 0 Bridge Street. The board also approved a Local 98 contract MOA and scheduled a special bond vote for October 14.

• Adopted municipal fire department implementation plan (carried)
• Authorized purchase option for 0 Bridge St. (carried)
• Approved Local 98 contract MOA with 3% wage increase (carried)
• Approved second class and tobacco license for 154 Rockingham Street (carried)
• Adopted warning for special bond vote on Oct 14 (carried)
• Adopted bond counsel agreement for RMH and Town Hall roof (carried)
• Authorized Brownfield Clean-up RLF Agreement for Train Station (carried)
• Approved Waypoint Center use application for Third Act VT (carried)

(2025 9 15) Tree Committee

The committee approved the replacement of seven trees on School and Atkinson Streets by mid-October. Members planned to plant 10 trees in Saxtons River in spring 2026 pending selectboard approval. Robert was appointed as Marketing Director.

• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Allocated $3,500 grant and $1,500 tree fund for 2025 planting
• Approved planting 7 trees (maples, oaks, honey locust) on School and Atkinson Streets
• Appointed Robert as Marketing Director

RCC (20250915)

The commission approved the minutes from the July meeting. Members discussed upcoming energy planning, river clean-up efforts, and a federal grant proposal for the Riverfront trail extension.

• Approved July minutes

(2025 9 15) Tree Committee

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(2025 14 9) BF Village Trustees

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Rockingham Zoning Bylaws (Effective September 10th, 2025)

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Rockingham Subdivision Regulations (Effective September 10th, 2025)

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2025

The board closed public hearings for a subdivision review at 1457 Rockingham Rd, a business office use at 1 School St Pl, and a conditional use request for public gatherings at 34 Meeting House Rd. No final decisions on these permits were recorded. The board approved the July 9, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Closed public hearing for subdivision review at 1457 Rockingham Rd
• Closed public hearing for business office conditional use at 1 School St Pl
• Closed public hearing for public gathering use at 34 Meeting House Rd
• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Postponed approval of August 13, 2025 minutes

(2025 09 10) DRB

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20250908 RCC

The committee reviewed historical photographs of the Rockingham Meeting House and received photography updates for the Cambridgeport cemetery. The committee also discussed library displays and upcoming town webspace. The June 09 and July 14, 2025, meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved June 09, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled handling of requests from the public

(2025 9 8) Walk Bike Committee

The committee set dates for public meetings in Bellows Falls and Saxtons River to discuss safety concerns and outdoor recreation. Members also coordinated a site visit with UVM engineering students regarding a local intersection.

• Approved minutes of August 25 meeting
• Scheduled Bellows Falls public meeting for October 23 (6-7 p.m.)
• Set tentative Saxtons River public meeting for November 7 (7-8:30 p.m.)

(2025 9 8) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 9 8) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 9 8) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board of Trustees voted to use a wastewater treatment plant surplus to lower sewer rates and authorized the purchase of a new UV lamp driver. The board also approved a transfer from capital reserves to cover operating expenses and signed a solar project agreement with Norwich Technologies.

• Approved use of $3,065.60 surplus from Waste Water Treatment Plant fund to reduce sewer rates (unanimous)
• Set single family household sewer rate at $778 with a due date of Oct. 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized transfer of up to $6,500 from capital reserve to offset operating expenses (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairperson to sign solar project agreement with Norwich Technologies (unanimous)
• Approved approximately $5,800 purchase of UV Lamp driver/ballast from WWTP capital reserve (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 7, August 4, and August 7 meetings (unanimous)
• Denied invitation for skit presentation on September 17

20250908 RCC

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(2025 9 3) Historic Preservation

The Commission approved the minutes from the July 2 and August 12, 2025 meetings. Members reviewed the timetable and RFP outline for the Belaski Mural Conservation Project and received updates on the RMH Preservation Project.

• Approved meeting minutes of July 2, 2025 and August 12, 2025 (unanimous)

(2025 9 3) Historic Preservation

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25 0903

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25 0902

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(2025 08 28) Planning Commission

The Commission approved the July 31, 2025, meeting minutes and established recording procedures for the bylaws approved by the Selectboard on August 20, 2025. Members reviewed a list of priority topics for future bylaw work and discussed upcoming flood hazard updates for 2026.

• Approved meeting minutes from 7/31/25
• Approved motion to record 8/20/25 bylaws and previous versions in Town Clerk land records

(2025 08 28) Planning Commission

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(2025 8 25) Walk Bike Committee

The committee approved the May 30 meeting minutes and discussed a youth bicycle safety event for September 21. Members expressed support for a UVM student study on safety and traffic at Red Light Hill.

• Approved May 30 meeting minutes

(2025 08 25) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 8 21) Fire Transition Committee

The committee voted to recommend that the Select Board rescind the 1994 four-zone response area and the 1996 Equipment Purchase MOU. Members reached a consensus to recommend a stipend-based pay system and agreed to further investigate insurance options.

• Approved recommendation to Select Board to rescind 1994 4-zone response area (4-1)
• Approved recommendation to Select Board to rescind 1996 Equipment Purchase MOU (5-0)
• Reached consensus to recommend stipend-based pay system to Select Board
• Approved minutes of 7/17/25

(2025 8 21) Fire Transition

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(2025 8 20) Rockingham Select Board

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Rockingham Select Board 2025 08 20

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(2025 8 20) Select Board

The Selectboard approved proposed zoning amendments and an application for Neighborhood Development Area Designation. The board also voted to support a process with the Windham Regional Commission to update the town's Flood Hazard Bylaw.

• Approved proposed zoning amendments (4-0)
• Approved application for Neighborhood Development Area Designation (4-0)
• Approved support for Windham Regional Commission to help update Flood Hazard Bylaw (4-0)

(2025 8 20) Select Board

The Selectboard approved proposed zoning amendments and an application for Neighborhood Development Area Designation. The board also agreed to work with the Windham Regional Commission to update the town's Flood Hazard Bylaw.

• Approved proposed zoning amendments (4-0)
• Approved application for Neighborhood Development Area Designation (4-0)
• Approved support for a process with Windham Regional Commission to update the Rockingham Flood Hazard Bylaw (4-0)

Public Hearing (2025 8 20) Planning Commission

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(2025 08 19) BFVC

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(2025 8 19) Trustee

The board adopted Chapter 5 of the Village Ordinances regarding streets and sidewalks and ratified the tax rate. Trustees also approved a $52,600 loan application and granted a partial sewer bill credit for a resident.

• Adopted Chapter 5 Streets and Sidewalks Ordinance (unanimous)
• Set tax rate at .04903 (unanimous)
• Approved $52,600 loan application (unanimous)
• Forgave $1,477.41 sewer charge and added $215.05 usage charge for 25 Pine St (unanimous)
• Approved Corporate Resolution for American National Insurance Co. (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)

(2025 8 13) Tax Appeal Inspection Report

The Board reconvened to hear inspection committee reports for 10 appealed properties. Three appellants withdrew their requests, and one property owner opted to take their appeal directly to court. The minutes refer to attached documents for the results of the completed inspections.

• Withdrew appeal for 5 Granger St (Richard Neathawk)
• Withdrew appeal for 137 Cambridgeport Rd (Karen Bicknell)
• Withdrew appeal for 5 Pleasant St Saxtons River (Joel Love)
• No inspection held for 1842 & 1850 Brockways Mills Rd as owner is taking the matter to court

(2025 8 13) Property Tax Assessment Appeal Hearings

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• Property Tax Assessment Appeal Hearings

(2025 8 12) Rockingham Selectboard

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REC (202508012)

The committee decided to cancel the WindowDressers program for 2025 due to low customer response and personal issues. Members discussed reviewing the town plan's energy chapter and investigating training space at BFUHS.

• Approved July minutes
• Cancelled WindowDressers program for the year

SB (2025 08 12) RMH

The Select Board approved the appointment of two members to the Planning Commission. The board also received updates on the Rockingham Meeting House restoration and cemetery documentation projects.

• Approved minutes of 7/17/25 and 7/31/25 (2-0)
• Appointed Deborah Wright to Planning Commission for 3 years
• Appointed Andrew Dunbar to Planning Commission for 2 years

(2025 8 12) Historic Preservation

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REC (202508012)

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RCC 20250811

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August 11, 2025

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(2025 8 7) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved a revised tax rate based on updated Municipal Grand List data. The board also established a new deadline for tax payments. Revised bills will be mailed by August 11.

• Set revised tax rate at $0.1072 per $100 of assessed value (unanimous)
• Set village tax payment due date as September 12, 2025 (unanimous)

(2025 8 7) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 8 4) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 8 4) Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Commission received a status report on the Rockingham Meeting House Preservation Project, which includes a timeline through December 2027. The commission reviewed a proposal for architectural and engineering services totaling $128,971.

• Approval of July 2, 2025 meeting minutes deferred to September meeting

(2025 8 4) Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Commission received a status report on the Rockingham Meeting House Preservation Project, which includes a budget and timeline running through December 2027. The commission reviewed a proposal for architectural and engineering services totaling $128,971.

• Deferred approval of July 2, 2025 meeting minutes to September meeting

(2025 8 4) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board approved expenditures for recreational court materials and fire station roof repairs. Trustees also authorized a short-term loan from the General Capital Reserve to cover current bills while correcting errors on 2025 tax bills.

• Approved borrowing up to $6,500 from General Capital Reserve for current bills (unanimous)
• Approved $1,726.21 from Rec funds for pickleball court materials (unanimous)
• Approved $10,500 from Fire Department Capital Reserve for roof repairs (unanimous)
• Approved adding C. Ball as Zoom administrator for September at a cost of $15.00
• Approved July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on sewer fees and due dates until September meeting

(2025 08 01) BFVC

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(2025 07 31) BFVC

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(2025 07 31) Select Board

The Selectboard met for a special meeting to establish the municipal tax rate and accept the state-provided education tax rate. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Set municipal tax rate at .83943 (4-0)
• Accepted Education tax rate as provided by the State of Vermont (4-0)

PC (2025 07 31)

The Commission voted to work with the Windham Regional Commission to customize and consider adopting the Vermont model flood hazard bylaws. It also ratified proposed zoning and subdivision amendments and supported the Bellows Falls Neighborhood Development Area application.

• Approved minutes of 6/26/25 as amended
• Ratified proposed zoning and subdivision amendments
• Authorized Chair to craft recommended motion for Selectboard action regarding 8/20/25 hearing
• Approved support for Bellows Falls Neighborhood Development Area (NDA) application
• Approved working with Windham Regional Commission to customize and consider adoption of Vermont model flood hazard bylaws

(2025 07 31) PC

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Rockingham Select Board 2025 07 31

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(2025 7 31) Rockingham Selectboard

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Rockingham Zoning Application Fee Information

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Variance

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Utilities Connection Application

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Subdivision Application

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New Sign Application

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Highway Driveway Access Permit Application

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Work Within Right of Way Permit Application

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25 0723

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Planning Commission's Report (June 2025)

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Proposed Zoning Amendments (Public Hearing July 22nd, 2025)

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Proposed Zoning Amendments Public Hearing (July 22nd, 2025)

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Public Hearing (2025 07 22) Planning Commission

The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to discuss proposed updates to zoning bylaws, including setback waivers, childcare regulations, and parking standards. No final votes were taken during this session.

• Scheduled final public hearing and possible adoption for August 20 at 6 pm

(2025 07 22) RLF

The Revolving Loan Fund Committee adjusted minimum and maximum loan amounts and modified application requirements. The committee also decided to provide periodic updates to the Selectboard regarding check-ins, recruitment, and marketing.

• Increased minimum loan from $5,000 to $10,000
• Increased maximum loan from $50,000 to $100,000
• Added credit report to Application on Eligibility
• Moved detailed documents from eligibility section to the application
• Removed 'relatives', 'last resort', and 'long complicated capital investment' from policies
• Updated supporting documentation requirements in the application
• Approved providing periodic updates to Selectboard on check-ins, recruitment, and marketing (unanimous)
• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes

SB (2025 07 22)

The Select Board ratified a flag policy limiting flags on town property to the US and VT flags. The board also appointed two members to the Conservation Commission and authorized a boundary deed for Hyde Street. A public hearing on updated zoning bylaws was held, with a final hearing and possible adoption scheduled for August 20.

• Ratified flag policy limiting town property flags to US and VT flags (4-1)
• Appointed Caitlin Wilkins and Jake Miller to the Conservation Commission
• Adopted Downtown Vibrancy Fund Municipal Letter of Attestation
• Authorized manager to sign quit claim deed for Hyde Street boundary
• Allocated $7,877 from unexpended general fund to RMH Capital reserve for lightning rod project
• Authorized $719.76 local match for SS4A Safety Action Plan engineering
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants
• Scheduled final zoning bylaws public hearing for August 20 at 6 pm

Public Hearing (2025 7 22) Planning Commission

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(2025 7 22) RLF

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Rockingham Select Board 2025 7 22

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(2025 7 22) Rockingham Selectboard

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(2025 7 21) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board of Trustees established the village tax rate to raise the $53,550 tax levy approved at the Annual Meeting. The board also set the deadline for tax payments.

• Set 2025-2026 Village tax rate at $0.1326 per $100 (unanimous)
• Set tax due date for 5:00 PM on August 26 (unanimous)

(2025 7 21) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 7 17) Fire Committee

The committee decided to use the current BFFD handbook and town personnel policy for fire personnel. It also established that the Fire Chief interview committee will consist of 5-7 members.

• Approved minutes of 6/19/2025
• Decided to use current BFFD handbook and town personnel policy for fire personnel
• Decided to have 5-7 members on the Fire Chief interview committee
• Tabled SOP/SOG Policy review

(2025 7 17) Fire Transition

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Meeting

The board approved the Bond Attorney Engagement Agreement and timeline for the Kissell Hill and Laurel Avenue projects. Trustees also approved the meeting's orders, bills, and warrants.

• Approved Bond Attorney Engagement Agreement and timeline for Kissell Hill and Laurel Avenue projects (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)

(2025 7 14) Cemetery Committee

The committee set specific directives for the photography of headstones and memorials, including required angles and file types. Members discussed a public request for stone righting and the need to clarify the committee's role and responsibilities.

• Established photography requirements for headstones and memorials
• Directed photographer to move operations to Cambridgeport cemetery
• Determined that plot markers and signage do not require photography
• Required five photos per object in counterclockwise order (front, left, back, right, top)

(2025 7 14) Tree Committee

The committee approved a contract with McClure’s to remove seven ash trees and grind 12 stumps. The project will be funded by a grant, leaving $5,000 for future tree planting. Members also reported on the growth of 25 recently planted bare root trees.

• Approved McClure’s quote of $8,500 for ash tree removal and stump grinding
• Approved minutes of the April 30, 2025 meeting

(2025 7 14) Conservation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the June meeting. Members discussed updates on the Town Enhanced Energy Plan, river conservation efforts, and upcoming environmental events.

• Approved June meeting minutes

(2025 7 14) Cemetery Committee

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(2025 7 14) Tree Committee

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25 0711

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(2025 07 09) DRB

The Development Review Board conducted public hearings for a residential porch variance, museum signage, and a boiler remediation project. No final decisions were recorded for these applications; the museum sign application was moved to deliberative session.

• Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes with corrections
• Closed hearing for residential porch variance at 4 N. Ridge Road
• Closed hearing for museum signs at 46 Canal St and moved to deliberative session
• Closed hearing for boiler remediation project at 1 Hospital Ct
• Closed continued hearing for flood hazard review at 1 Westminster Street

REC (20250708)

The committee approved the June meeting minutes and coordinated updates to the town plan's energy chapter to correct errors and add new solar arrays. The committee also confirmed dates for a WindowDressers event in October and November.

• Approved June minutes
• Agreed to revise and update the energy chapter of the town plan

(2025 7 8) Energy Committee

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CAT EX 7 July BF Train Station

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(2025 7 7) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board approved the purchase of six signs reminding dog owners to pick up waste. Trustees scheduled a special meeting for July 21 to set the Village tax rate and agreed to pursue a document disposal contract with SecurShred. A proposal for pickleball courts at the Rec area was tabled until August.

• Approved purchase of six 'pick up after your dog' signs (Unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (Unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting to set Village tax rate for July 21 at 7:00 PM
• Agreed to pursue SecurShred contract for disposal of outdated confidential documents
• Tabled decision on pickleball court installation at the Rec (2-1-1)
• Tabled discussion on request to purchase Village parcel until August 4
• Deferred decision on 2025-2026 fuel oil and propane prepurchase options

(2025 7 7) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 7 2) Historic Preservation

The Commission unanimously approved the June 6, 2025, meeting minutes. Members discussed a $128,971 restoration proposal for the Rockingham Meeting House and reviewed a report on the town's Certified Local Government program.

• Approved June 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Endorsed $128,971 RMH restoration proposal for steering committee review
• Directed coordinator to contact Bill Hosley for a potential RMH graveyard tour

(2025 7 2) Historic Preservation

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25 0702

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Justices of the Peace 2025 2027

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(2025 7 1) Select Board

The Board of Liquor Commissioners approved liquor licenses for Leslies Tavern. The board also nominated Peter Golec to sign a grant application letter for the TAP/Riverfront project.

• Approved First Class, third Class, and Outside Consumption licenses for Leslies Tavern (unanimous)
• Nominated Peter Golec to sign a grant application letter for the TAP/Riverfront project

(2025 7 01) Rockingham Selectboard

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Vision Services Plan Benefits Summary

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Fire Committee Expectations 2025

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25 0627

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Rockingham Wayfinding

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PC (2025 06 26)

The Planning Commission accepted several changes to proposed zoning amendments, including updates for multi-family housing and ADA requirements. The commission approved the final report for submittal to the Selectboard and recommended Andrew Dunbar for a commission seat.

• Approved amended meeting minutes from 5/22/25 and 4/24/25
• Recommended Andrew Dunbar to the Selectboard for a PC position
• Appointed Dalila Hall as Chair
• Accepted zoning bylaw changes from June 26, 2025
• Approved the zoning report for submittal to the Selectboard as amended

(2025 06 26) Planning Commission

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25 0507

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25 0529

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(2025 06 24) TriBoard

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25 0624

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(2025 6 24) Tri Board

The board approved a funding application for the Route 121 Communities Safety Action Plan and selected a preferred alternative for the Bellows Falls Riverfront Trails. They also allocated funds for a walk-bike master plan and supported the Rockingham Hill Farm project.

• Approved Alternative 2 as the preferred option for BF Riverfront Trails (unanimous)
• Approved FHWA application for $8 million with local match funding up to $5 million (unanimous)
• Allocated $8,333.34 in unexpended general planning funds to the Walk-Bike Master Plan traffic studies (unanimous)
• Approved Selectboard signing a letter of support for the Rockingham Hill Farm Act 250 project (unanimous)
• Approved April 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)

2025 06 20 Plan 620

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(2025 6 19) Fire Committee

The Rockingham Fire/Trans Committee approved the proposed budget subject to changes, the apparatus allocation, and the Firefighter Info Form to be revisited on July 17. The committee also approved N. Cushman as Interim EMS Captain and approved the 5/15/25 meeting minutes. The command structure item was tabled to be revisited at the next meeting.

• Approved 5/15/25 meeting minutes
• Approved proposed budget subject to changes
• Approved apparatus allocation
• Tabled command structure to 7/17/25 meeting
• Approved Firefighter Info Form with note to revisit 7/17/25
• Approved N. Cushment as Interim EMS Captain

(2025 6 19) Fire Committee

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(2025 6 18) Abatement

The Board of Abatement reviewed multiple tax abatement requests, approving several for individuals and redevelopment organizations. One request was denied due to missing documentation and the absence of the property owner.

• Abated $969.23 in town taxes for Dan Clayton (unanimous)
• Denied tax abatement of $5,587.09 for Robert Richards (unanimous)
• Abated $191.01 in principal, interest, and penalties for Herbert Wilson (unanimous)
• Abated $259.51 in Town taxes and $53.57 in Village taxes for Island Holdings LLC (10 Island St) (9-1 and 8-2)
• Abated $965.99 in Town taxes and $199.25 in Village taxes for Island Holdings (21 Island St) (8-2 and 8-2)
• Abated $854.20 in Town taxes and $176.27 in Village taxes for Sustainable Valley Group Inc. (8-2 and 8-2)
• Abated $153.54 in Town taxes for all taxpayers owing $10.00 or less (unanimous)
• Abated $96.15 in Village taxes for all taxpayers owing $10.00 or less (unanimous)

(2025 6 18) Board of Abatement

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(2025 6 17) BF Trustees

The board approved a new ordinance for building inspection, code enforcement, and fire safety. Trustees also adopted a cooperative inspection agreement with the State of Vermont and resolved a sewer billing dispute with the Town of Walpole.

• Approved building inspection, code enforcement and fire safety ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted Cooperative Inspection Agreement with State of Vermont (unanimous)
• Approved billing Town of Walpole for $29,202.83 sewer True-Up balance and adoption of 25% billing model (unanimous)
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)

(2025 06 17) BFVC

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25 0612

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25 0612 Sug 2160 Rockingham Rd

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25 0612

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(2025 06 11) DRB ( )

The board conducted public hearings for a commercial storage building at 74 Upper Bartonsville Road and playground equipment replacement at 75 Pleasant Valley Road. A flood hazard review for 1 Westminster Street was continued to a future date. The board also approved the May 14, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes as corrected (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Application 24.1105.Buc (1 Westminster Street) to July 9, 2025 (unanimous)

(2025 06 11) DRB

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25 0520

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(2025 6 10) Rockingham Energy Committee

The committee heard a presentation on battery storage technologies and the importance of energy resilience. Members coordinated upcoming events for WindowDressers and a geothermal feasibility public meeting.

• Approved May minutes
• Removed electric car/transportation event from agenda
• Removed landlord outreach from agenda

(2025 6 10) Rockingham Selectboard

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(2025 06 10)

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(2025 6 10) Energy Committee

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(2025 6 9) Cemetery Committee

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(2025 6 9) Conservation Committee

The commission approved the May meeting minutes and discussed a new wayfinding plan for the town. Members reviewed updates on solar arrays, river access, and a grant for ash tree removal in the public right-of-way.

• Approved May meeting minutes

(2025 6 9) Cemetery Committee

The committee recommended hiring Tricia Suriani to handle cemetery photography and agreed to a milestone-based payment structure. Members also discussed digitizing maps and conserving town plot maps. The committee voted to extend its monthly meeting length to 90 minutes.

• Recommended hiring Tricia Suriani for photography (Unanimous)
• Approved extending meeting length to 90 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved April 16 and May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

(2025 6 9) Conservation Committee

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(2025 6 4) Historic Preservation

The Commission decided to include a donated lap robe in a silent auction scheduled for November to raise funds for the Belaski mural conservation project. The board also approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025, meeting.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to hold a silent auction in November for the Belaski mural conservation project

(2025 6 4) Historic Preservation

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(2025 6 2) Saxtons River Trustees

Trustees approved a $1,720 bid for fire station demolition and authorized the purchase of property warning signs. The board also approved a $11,459.59 warrant for invoices and authorized a preliminary sewer fee calculation process.

• Approved $11,459.59 warrant for June 2 invoices (unanimous)
• Tabled 8 Maple Street Extension survey boundary agreement (unanimous)
• Approved wording and black-on-yellow color for property warning signs (4-1)
• Authorized preliminary sewer fee calculations with Vermont Academy and Supervisory Union (4-1)
• Authorized A. Smith to arrange a dumpster for Fire Department materials (unanimous)
• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes as verbally corrected (4-1)
• Approved $1,720.00 bid from Eric Baumann for fire station second-floor demolition (unanimous)

(2025 6 2) Saxtons River Trustees

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25 0602

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(2025 5 30) Walk Bike Committee

The committee decided to host public meetings in Saxtons River and Bellows Falls in early fall to gather resident input on active transportation. Members concluded they would not apply for 2025 Vtrans Bike-Ped Grants at this time. The committee also reviewed three Riverfront Trail scoping options to be presented to the public on June 24.

• Approved May 2 meeting minutes
• Decided against applying for 2025 Vtrans Bike-Ped Grants
• Decided to host two public meetings in early fall in Saxtons River and Bellows Falls

(2025 05 30) Walk Bike Committee

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25 0529

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25 0529 Moo 76 Griswold Dr

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25 0529

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25 0529

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25 0528

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(2025 5 27) Select Board

The Board approved a bid from Triumph Roofing for the Opera House roof project. The Board also ratified liquor licenses for Vermont Vines on the River and tabled the adoption of a town flag policy until June 10.

• Approved $625K bid for Opera House roof project to Triumph Roofing (Motion carried)
• Ratified First Class, Third Class, and Outside Consumption licenses for Vermont Vines on the River (Motion carried)
• Tabled Town of Rockingham Flag Policy discussion to June 10 agenda (Motion carried)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss real estate (Motion carried)

(2025 05 27) BFVC

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(2025 5 27) Rockingham Selectboard

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25 0422

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(2025 5 27) BF Trustees

The Board established its regular and summer meeting schedules and designated The Shopper as the official newspaper of record. Trustees approved an open air event permit for the Pride Train on June 14, 2025. The Board also adopted all presented policies and procedures.

• Approved summer and regular meeting schedules (unanimous)
• Selected The Shopper as Official Newspaper of Record (unanimous)
• Adopted all presented policies and procedures (unanimous)
• Appointed Paul Obuchowski to review and sign warrants (unanimous)
• Approved Open Air Event Permit for Pride Train on June 14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 7 and April 10, 2025 (unanimous)

25 0507

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25 0430

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25 0505 Bud 801 Saxtons River Rd

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PC (2025 05 22) corrected and

The Planning Commission approved zoning and subdivision amendments and discussed specific height limits and land-use changes for various districts. The commission also reviewed maps for the Neighborhood Development Area and established a recruitment process for a volunteer student planner.

• Approved amended minutes of 4/24/25
• Approved zoning and subdivision amendments
• Set max height recommendations: 60' for certain areas, 35' for CBE expansion, 55' for Island Zoning District, and 50' for Riverfront
• Agreed to review the final report to the Selectboard on June 26, 2025

2025 05 22 PC

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(2025 5 20) Energy Committee

The committee approved the April meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming events including a WindowDressers project and a geothermal feasibility public meeting scheduled for June 11.

• Approved April minutes

(2025 5 20) Rockingham Selectboard

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(2025 5 20) Energy Committee

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(2025 5 19) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board of Trustees authorized fund transfers to capital reserves and ratified the installation of heat pumps for a MERP grant. The board also approved a journal entry to correct prior ARPA project spending for Fire & Rescue.

• Authorized journal entry to correct Fire & Rescue ARPA project spending (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,000 transfer to Fire Department Capital Reserve (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 transfer to General Capital reserve (Unanimous)
• Approved nomination of Stan Talstra for VT Community Rural Development Leadership Summit (Unanimous)
• Ratified 5/5/25 motion to install heat pumps for MERP grant in Trolley Station area (Unanimous)
• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved May 19, 2025 bills and invoices (Unanimous)
• Postponed approval of Annual Meeting Minutes

(2025 5 19) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 5 15) Fire Committee

The committee reviewed inventory and budget figures for three current departments and a proposed unified department. Members discussed vehicle maintenance policies and a proposed lease structure for the BF station. The committee suggested that the three departments attempt a joint training session on May 21 in Saxtons River.

• Approved minutes of 4/14/25
• Agreed to use a baseline form for out-of-service policy

(2025 5 15) Fire Committee

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(2025 05 14) DRB ( )

The board approved the amended minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. A public hearing regarding excavation and fill in a floodplain at 1 Westminster Street was continued to June 11, 2025. The board also reviewed two sketch plans for a boundary line adjustment and a 4-lot subdivision.

• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for Application 24.1105.Buc (1 Westminster Street) to June 11, 2025 (unanimous)

(2025 05 14) DRB

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(2025 5 13) BF Village Trustees

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(2025 5 13) BF Trustees

The board approved several open-air permits and adopted new social media and cell phone policies. They authorized funding for police bulletproof vests and approved the first step of a Clean Water State Revolving Fund project.

• Accepted $285,491.20 MERP grant for energy efficiency upgrades (unanimous)
• Authorized Step 1 Clean Water Loan for feasibility and planning (unanimous)
• Approved $4,500 from fund balance or PACIF Grant for bulletproof vest matching (unanimous)
• Credited $1,962.64 sewer charge for 80 Atkinson Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Personal Use of social media Policy (unanimous)
• Adopted Cell Phone Use Policy (unanimous)
• Approved open-air permits for Ruck-Up Inc., American Legion Auxiliary, and BF Farmer’s Market (unanimous)
• Accepted banner application for the American Legion (unanimous)

Conservation (2025 05 12)

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(2025 5 12) Cemetery Committee

The committee reviewed updates on cemetery map digitization and a photography RFP. Members discussed the need for a comprehensive fence assessment and the process for approving volunteer stone conservation through the Selectboard.

• Agreed that the landscaping contractor restanding small, unbroken fallen stones is appropriate
• Tabled approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes

(2025 5 12) Conservation Commission

The commission nominated Jake Miller and Caitlin Wilkins for membership, pending selectboard approval. The body also appointed its chair, co-chair, clerk, and treasurer. Members discussed potential goals including invasive species management and trail connections.

• Approved May 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Nominated Jake Miller for membership (unanimous)
• Nominated Caitlin Wilkins for membership (unanimous)
• Appointed Mike Ghia as chair
• Appointed Hayden Smith as co-chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Peter Bergstrom as Clerk (unanimous)
• Appointed Christine Armiger as Treasurer (unanimous)

(2025 5 12) Cemetery Committee

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(2025 5 7) Historic Preservation

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(2025 05 07) RLF

The Revolving Loan Fund Committee approved a loan offer for 7 Balls Brewing LLC to support business equipment and operations. The committee also reviewed delinquent accounts and received an update from the Housing Infill committee.

• Approved minutes of November 13, 2024
• Offered $75,000 loan to 7 Balls Brewing LLC at 6.5% interest over 7 years
• Agreed on payment pursuit strategy for three delinquent RLF accounts

(2025 5 7) Historic Preservation

The Commission approved recommendations to the selectboard for a new roadside historic marker and a policy supporting LGBTQ+ visibility. The board also reviewed maintenance needs for Saxtons River Cemetery buildings and updated the status of NPS grants.

• Approved recommendation to selectboard to apply for a Hetty Green roadside historic marker (3-0-0)
• Approved letter of endorsement to selectboard for LGBTQ+ flag and rainbow crosswalk policy (3-0-0)
• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Completed VDHP Performance Evaluation Checklist by consensus

(2025 5 7) RLF

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(2025 5 6) Rockingham Selectboard

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SB (2025 05 06)

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25 0401

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(2025 5 5) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board approved funding for wastewater treatment plant hardware and maintenance. Trustees contracted TMF Lawn and Properties Maintenance for 2025 park mowing and decided to limit heat pump installation to the trolley station portion of the fire station.

• Approved purchase of replacement laptop and two stainless steel support brackets for WWTP (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Village Park mowing contract with TMF Lawn and Properties Maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved installing heat pumps only in the trolley station portion of the building (unanimous)
• Decided not to pursue a Village email newsletter
• Approved April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 5, 2025 bills and invoices, excluding one potential duplicate (unanimous)

(2025 5 5) Saxtons River Trustees

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25 0410

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(2025 5 2) Walk Bike Committee

The committee agreed to implement a planning process suggested by the Windham Regional Council to map future bike-pedestrian infrastructure using community visioning and digital story maps. Discussions regarding a pop-up bike lane on Atkinson Street were tabled pending summer traffic calming work.

• Approved May 9 meeting minutes
• Agreed to implement Windham Regional Council infrastructure planning process starting in September
• Tabled discussion of Atkinson Street bike lane pop-up

(2025 5 2) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 4 30) Tree Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the April 2 meeting. Members reported that 25 bare root trees were picked up and planted on streets and in foster care. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes

(2025 4 30) Tree Committee

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25 0403

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(2025 4 29) Tri Board

The Rockingham Selectboard and Bellows Falls and Saxtons River Trustees unanimously approved a resolution designating June as Pride Month. The boards also approved a Memorandum of Understanding regarding benefits for the Town Clerk and authorized a grant application for a GRAS boiler.

• Approved June Pride Month resolution (Unanimous)
• Approved three alternates to the Fire Department Implementation Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding for Town Clerk extension of benefits (Unanimous)
• Authorized grant application for GRAS Boiler (Unanimous)
• Approved January 28, 2025 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (Unanimous)

(2025 04 29) TriBoard

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25 0324

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25 0428

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25 0426

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PC (2025 4 24) Public Hearing

The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to Zoning Regulations and Subdivision Bylaws to align with the HOME Act of 2023 and Act 687 of 2024. No final decisions were made; the commission will discuss public comments on May 22 before a June meeting with the Selectboard.

of Public Hearing (2025 4 24) Planning Commission Bylaw Ammendments

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• Public hearing on Planning Commission Bylaw Amendments

25 0424

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25 0423

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(2025 4 21) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board of Trustees conducted its annual reorganization, electing officers and designating a trustee to approve invoices. Trustees also discussed potential boundary adjustments for 8 Maple St. Extension and reviewed resident concerns from the Annual Village Meeting.

• Elected Amy Howlett as Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Carl Ball as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Retained Brattleboro Reformer as newspaper of record (unanimous)
• Approved Ellen Clark-Lawrence as trustee authorized to collect and approve bills, with Matt Brennan as alternate (unanimous)
• Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved select invoices (3+ votes)

(2025 4 21) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 04 17) Fire Committee

The committee decided to conduct an inventory of apparatus, hose, gear, air tanks, and breathing apparatus, including expiration dates. Members also agreed to use the current Rockingham tone of 66 for future municipal department responses.

• Approved minutes of 3/20/25
• Agreed to use current Rockingham tone of 66 for response
• Agreed to undertake inventory of apparatus, hose, gear, air tanks, and breathing apparatus

(2025 4 17) Recommendations for Plan VHB Slides

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(2025 04 17) Fire Committee (1)

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Annual (2025 4 17) Saxtons River Trustees

Village residents approved the General Fund budget and authorized the collection of taxes and sewer fees. The meeting included the election of Trustees and other village officers. Voters also approved specific interest rates and compensation for the Collector of Delinquent Taxes.

• Approved General Fund budget of $68,439.24 with $53,550 to be raised by taxes (unanimous)
• Elected Matt Brennan, Amy Howlett, and Kristen Swartwout as Trustees
• Elected Inessa Muse as Treasurer and Tax Collector
• Elected David Moore as Collector of Delinquent Taxes
• Elected Carl Ball as Village Clerk
• Elected Peter Bergstrom, Theresa Spear, and Meg Lucas as Auditors
• Authorized legal action for tax collection (unanimous)
• Approved 1% to 1.5% monthly interest for overdue taxes and sewer fees (unanimous)

Warning (2025 4 17) Saxtons River Trustees

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VT 121 Safety Action Plan Presentation 2025 04 17

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(2025 4 16) Cemetery Committee

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(2025 4 16) Cemetery Committee

The committee discussed the photography RFP process, potential grant applications, and the need for additional committee members. No new contracts or funding amounts were approved during the meeting.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to forbid power equipment for cleaning projects
• Agreed to advertise for three additional committee members
• Agreed that a new social media strategy is needed

(2025 4 15) Rockingham Selectboard

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SB (2025 04 15)

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25 0410

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(2025 04 10) BFVC

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(2025 4 10) Housing Redevelopment

The Revolving Loan Fund Housing Grant Selection Committee reviewed drafts for a grant application, scoring rubric, and promotional flyer. The committee discussed eligibility requirements, including the need for fixed foundations and sewer/water connections, and scheduled an informational meeting for April 23.

• Set application launch date for Friday, April 18
• Scheduled informational meeting for April 23 at 5 p.m. in the lower theater and via Zoom

(2025 04 10) Housing Redevelopment Fund Sub committee

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(2025 4 10) BF Trustee

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the annual budget for all funds and adopted the Chapter IV Motor Vehicle and Traffic Ordinance. The board also granted sewer utility relief to two accounts and approved a parade permit. Policies regarding cell phone and social media use were tabled.

• Adopted annual budget for all funds (unanimous)
• Adopted Chapter IV Motor Vehicle and Traffic Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Bellows Falls Alumni Association parade permit (unanimous)
• Removed $3,456.40 in sewer charges for BTL-GBL LLC (unanimous)
• Removed $506.94 in sewer charges for Joseph Rocco (unanimous)
• Tabled Personal Use of social media Policy
• Tabled Cell Phone Use Policy
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)

(2025 04 09) DRB ( )

The board continued a public hearing regarding excavation and fill in a floodplain at 1 Westminster Street, requesting a timeline for a survey and hydraulic engineer's report. The board also approved the March 12, 2025, meeting minutes with corrections.

• Continued public hearing for Application 24.1105.Buc (1 Westminster Street) to May 14, 2025
• Approved March 12, 2025, meeting minutes with corrections

25 0409

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(2025 4 9) Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a revised memorandum of agreement for the Canal Street Bridge replacement. The commission also reviewed a Phase 1 archaeological investigation proposal for the RMH grounds.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Concurred with revised Canal Street Bridge MOA (4-0-0)
• Tabled letter of endorsement for Andrew Inn LGBTQ+ history
• Deferred CLG self-study exercise to May 7 meeting

(2025 4 9) Development Review Board

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(2025 4 9) Historic Preservation

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(2025 4 8) Rockingham Energy Committee

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(2025 4 8) Energy Committee

The committee approved the March meeting minutes. Members discussed promoting a draft Climate Action Plan presentation scheduled for April 23 and reviewed updates on geothermal feasibility and landlord outreach.

• Approved March minutes

(2025 4 7) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 4 7) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board approved a payment warrant and established a new trial procedure for reviewing and paying invoices. Trustees also appointed a representative to the Fire Department Transition Committee and planned the installation of trespassing signs on Village property.

• Approved April 7, 2025 warrant for $8,789.01 (unanimous)
• Approved $100 reimbursement for office supplies (unanimous)
• Appointed M. Brennan as Board representative and E. Clark-Lawrence as alternate to the Fire Department Transition Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted trial procedure for invoice collection, review, and payment by the Treasurer
• Decided to install four trespassing signs at the Fire Station, River Street, and Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approved March 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2025 4 7) BF Trustees

The board approved the minutes from the March 25, 2025, meeting. Other agenda items, including water and sewer budget updates and project borrowing for Laurel Ave and Kissell Hill, were for discussion only.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes with date correction (unanimous)

(2025 04 07) BFVC

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(2025 4 4) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 04 03) Housing Redevelopment Fund Sub committee

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(2025 4 2) Tree Committee

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and noted that a $13,500 grant for the removal of 12 public ash trees was approved. Members reviewed a firewood distribution plan and discussed upcoming tree plantings and cemetery maintenance.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Agreed to firewood agreement certificate for ash tree wood

(2025 4 2) Tree Committee

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(2025 4 1) Rockingham Selectboard

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SB (2025 04 01)

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2025 03 27 PC

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PC (2025 3 27)

The Planning Commission approved several zoning and subdivision bylaw amendments and scheduled a public hearing for April 24. The board also approved a report for abutting towns and a draft notification letter.

• Approved subdivision bylaw changes as written
• Approved zoning and subdivision amendments
• Approved bylaw amendments report for abutting towns (4-0, Hall abstained)
• Approved draft letter to abutting towns
• Approved public hearing notice as amended
• Approved submitting language and interpretation questions for legal review

(2025 3 25) BF Village Trustees1

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(2025 3 25) BF Trustees

The board authorized a grant agreement for fire department extrication tools and approved routine bills. Trustees discussed the water and sewer budget and held a public hearing on motor vehicle and traffic ordinances.

• Approved USDA Community Facilities grant for extrication tools totaling $34,895 (unanimous)
• Approved November 14, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)

Warning Auditor Annual (2025 3 24) Saxtons River Trustees

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RLF Housing Sub Comm March 20 2025

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RLF Housing Sub Comm March 20, 2025

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(2025 20 3) Fire Committee

The committee approved continuing with its current membership and discussed the transition to a municipal department. Members planned the development of standard operating procedures and an EMS plan. No decision was reached regarding the proposal for a paid chief.

• Approved minutes of 2/10/25
• Approved continuing with the current committee membership
• Added Nick Cushman to the committee to represent EMS

(2025 03 20) Fire Committee (1)

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(2025 03 18) RSB

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SB (2025 03 18)

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(2025 3 17) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the minutes from their March 3, 2025 meeting and authorized a warrant payment of $1,335.20. Trustees also discussed plans to post signage on village property to address misuse and reviewed preparations for the upcoming Annual Meeting.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 17, 2025 warrant for $1,335.20 (unanimous)

(2025 3 17) Saxtons River Trustess

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2025 03

The Development Review Board held public hearings for two residential applications. One hearing regarding a non-conforming structure was closed, and another regarding floodplain excavation was continued to April 9, 2025, pending a complete application.

• Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for legal consultation; no action taken
• Continued public hearing for Application 24.1105.Buc (1 Westminster Street) to April 9, 2025 (unanimous)

(2025 3 11) BF Village Trustees

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(2025 3 11) Trustee

The board approved the minutes from February 25, 2025, and authorized the payment of orders, bills, and warrants. Other agenda items, including budget discussions and a USDA grant resolution, were discussed or deferred to future meetings.

• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills & Warrants (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel matter (unanimous)

(2025 3 10) BCA checklist

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Recount Annual School Dist March 10 2025

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(2025 3 10) RCC

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(2025 3 10) RCC

The committee discussed digitizing cemetery plot maps and records to preserve data and free up vault space. Members reviewed mowing bids for the current year and planned for upcoming archaeological digs to locate unmarked burials. One RFP for photography was authorized for drafting.

• Approved drafting an RFP for photography (unanimous)
• Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to add a lifting tripod to the Town's equipment funding request

(2025 3 10) Conservation Commission

The commission approved the February minutes and rescheduled the April meeting to April 21 for its annual meeting and goal setting. Members discussed upcoming resource water applications and energy outreach efforts.

• Approved February minutes
• Rescheduled April meeting to 4/21
• Decided not to include EVs in the parade this year

(2025 3 10) Conservation Committee

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(2025 3 7) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 3 7) Walk Bike Committee

The committee approved recommendations for the final design of the Rockingham Street pedestrian zone, including specific colors and safety markers. Members discussed potential bike lane options for Atkinson Street and a possible night safety program at the library.

• Approved February 7 meeting minutes
• Recommended painting Rockingham Street pedestrian zone brick red with reflective glass beads, stencils, and removable reflectors
• Recommended placing yellow bollards near the sidewalk at three crosswalks north of The Square

(2025 3 6) Planning Commission

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(2025 03 06)

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(2025 3 5) Historic Preservation

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(2025 3 5) Historic Preservation

The Commission reached a consensus to implement a new project prioritization process using board member pairs and a facilitator. All current commissioners expressed interest in continuing their appointments. The commission also reviewed a proposed Phase 1 archaeological investigation for the Rockingham Meeting House grounds.

• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to operationalize a new strategic planning and project prioritization approach
• Tabled the Pride Flag letter of support
• Confirmed all current commissioners wish to continue their appointments

(2025 3 5) Rockingham Tree Committee

The committee established a goal to plant at least 20 trees in 2025. Members discussed mapping planting sites on Atkinson Street and plans to request $5,000 for the 2026 budget.

• Set goal to plant at least 20 trees for 2025
• Requested Ray Perry ask town manager for $5,000 for 2026 budget

(2025 3 5) Tree Committee

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(2025 3 5) BCA Checklist

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(2025 03 04) RSB

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SB (2025 03 04)

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(2025 3 4) Rockingham Energy Committee

The committee approved the February minutes and agreed to invite a presenter for the Area Wide Plan Sustainability and Geothermal Feasibility project to the April meeting. Members coordinated logistics for a WindowDressers build at St. Charles from October 30 to November 6.

• Approved February minutes
• Agreed to request a geothermal project presentation for the April meeting
• Confirmed St. Charles space for WindowDressers build (Oct 30-Nov 6)

(2025 3 4) Energy Committee

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(2025 3 3) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board approved a General Fund budget of $68,439.24 for the next fiscal year. Trustees also resolved to appoint an ethics manager and proposed a new compensation structure for the delinquent tax collector to be decided by voters.

• Adopted FY 2025-2026 General Fund budget of $68,439.24, with $53,550.00 raised in taxes (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to ask voters to compensate delinquent tax collector with 8% penalty plus half of collected interest (Unanimous)
• Resolved that H. Hitchcock will serve as ethics manager per Act 171 (Unanimous)
• Approved March 3, 2025 warrant for $49,242.13 (Unanimous)
• Approved February 17, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on trespassing on public property (Unanimous)
• Signed purchase option agreement for potential fire station site ($2,500 payment)
• Signed contract for commercial appraisal of fire station site (est. $2,400)

(2025 3 3) Saxtons River Trustees

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PC (2025 2 27)

The Planning Commission approved a municipal planning grant resolution for a marketing study of Hotel Windham's vacant upper floors. The board also approved a one-year grant extension and appointed a representative to the RLF Housing Committee.

• Approved FY25 Municipal Planning Grant resolution for up to $30k for Hotel Windham study (Motion carried)
• Approved one-year grant extension request with timeline ending 1/31/26 (Motion carried)
• Appointed Dalila Hall as PC representative to RLF Housing Committee (Motion carried)
• Approved extending sidewalk on Rockingham St.
• Approved meeting minutes of 1/30/25 (Motion carried)

2025 02 27 PC

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(2025 2 25) Trustee

The board adopted a new Code of Ethics Investigation and Enforcement Ordinance and a Municipal Code of Ethics Policy. Trustees also authorized a USDA grant for fire department extraction tools and appointed a representative for contract negotiations.

• Approved USDA grant for fire extrication tools totaling $34,895 (unanimous)
• Adopted Code of Ethics Investigation and Enforcement Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted Municipal Code of Ethics Policy (unanimous)
• Appointed Village President Obuchowski as representative for IUOE Local 98 contract negotiations (unanimous)
• Approved February 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills & Warrants (unanimous)

(2025 2 25) BF Village Trustees

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(2025 02 18)

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(2025 2 18) Select Board

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25 0218

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(2025 2 17) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the 2025-2026 General Fund and Wastewater Treatment Plant budgets. The board also appointed a new Ethics Manager and scheduled the Village Annual Meeting for April 14, 2025.

• Appointed Heather Hitchcock as Saxtons River Ethics Manager (unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2026 General Fund budget of $75,439.24 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2026 Wastewater Treatment Plant budget of $281,251.06 (unanimous)
• Approved corrected February 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2025 2 17) Saxtons River Trustees

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(2025 02 12) DRB

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2025 02

The board appointed Kathleen Martin as chair and Thaddeus Guild as vice chair. A hearing for application 24.1105.Buc was rescheduled for March 12, 2025, including a site visit. The board also approved the December 11, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Appointed Kathleen Martin as chair and Thaddeus Guild as vice chair (unanimous)
• Continued hearing for application 24.1105.Buc to March 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Scheduled site visit for application 24.1105.Buc for March 12, 2025, at 5:30 PM (unanimous)
• Approved December 11, 2024, meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)

(2025 2 11) Rockingham Energy Commission

The committee decided to drop a proposal to offer free home energy visits due to a lack of available training. Members also agreed to remove electric vehicles from the 4th of July parade this year.

• Approved January minutes
• Dropped proposal for free home energy visits
• Agreed to remove EVs from 4th of July parade

(2025 2 11) Energy Committee

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(2025 2 11) Trustee

The board approved a contract extension for the municipal manager and authorized the surplus sale of a police cruiser. Other actions included appointing an ethics coordinator and approving a banner application for the Bellows Falls Alumni Association.

• Approved Bellows Falls Alumni Association banner application for June 1-16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025/26 Budget Schedule
• Approved billing prior property owner $871.35 for 10 years of fire protection (unanimous)
• Authorized surplus sale of police cruiser PD2 (unanimous)
• Appointed Village President Obuchowski as representative for NEPBA Local 410 contract negotiations
• Appointed Heather Hitchcock as Ethics Liaison (unanimous)
• Approved municipal manager contract extension and salary package (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)

(2025 02 11) Cemetery Committee

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(2025 02 11) BFVC

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25 0211

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(2025 2 10) Cemetery Committee

The committee discussed digitizing cemetery maps and records for storage at the Rockingham Free Public Library. Members agreed to a draft RFP Gantt chart and established a new Gmail account for committee continuity.

• Approved January 13, 2025 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved draft RFP Gantt chart as an appropriate beginning
• Established [email protected] for email and storage
• Assigned Anne to lead Perry fence repair in Saxtons River
• Assigned Simon to lead building assessments in Saxtons River

(2025 2 10) Fire Committee

The committee appointed Peter Golec as chair and reviewed a presentation scheduled for February 22. Members discussed the transition to a municipal department, including licensing timelines, budget estimates, and equipment replacements.

• Appointed Peter Golec as Committee Chair (unanimous)

RCC (20250210)

The Rockingham Conservation Commission approved the minutes from their December meeting. Members discussed ongoing projects, including trail initiatives, energy committee updates, and planning for upcoming community events like Green Up Day.

• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)

(2025 02 10)

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(2025 02 10) Fire Committee

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(2025 2 7) Walk Bike Committee

The committee approved the January 9 meeting minutes. Members discussed engineering reports for a single-lane trail and a potential second trail to Riverfront Park, and reviewed the status of various 2024 project items.

• Approved January 9 meeting minutes

(2025 2 7) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 2 5) Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the January meeting minutes and discussed funding delays for 2025 CLG grants. The commission deferred signing the Canal Street Bridge Memorandum of Agreement to request additional design images and an underwater survey. A proposal for a Pride flag letter of support was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved January 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled concurrence on Canal Street Bridge MOA pending VTrans feedback on design images and underwater archaeological survey
• Tabled Pride flag letter of support proposal until March 5, 2025

(2025 2 5) Tree Committee

The committee established its leadership and meeting schedule. Members discussed a $13,500 grant request for ash tree removals and plans to map new planting locations throughout the Village.

• Appointed Ray Perry as Committee chair
• Appointed Alma Beals and Polly Thompson as recording secretaries
• Established a monthly meeting schedule

(2025 2 5) Historic Preservation

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(2025 2 5) Tree Committee

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(2025 02 04)

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(2025 02 04) RSB

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(2025 2 3) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board approved funding for a commercial property appraisal and prioritized ADA accessibility upgrades for the Fire Station. Trustees also corrected a wastewater treatment plant fund error and agreed to a sheriff patrol contract.

• Approved contract with Windham County Sheriff for 12 patrol hours per month
• Approved transfer of $137,159.91 from WWTP Operating fund to WWTP Capital Reserve (unanimous)
• Approved focusing Fire Station ADA work on the Community Meeting Room entrance (unanimous)
• Approved up to $2,500 for a commercial appraisal of the proposed Fire Station property
• Approved January 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 3, 2025 warrant for 11 items totaling $9,119.50 (unanimous)

(2025 2 3) Saxtons River Trustees

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Saxtons River Village Zoning Map (February 2025 Update)

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Bellows Falls Village Corporation 2025 Audit Report

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Town of Rockingham, Vermont 2025 Audit Report

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Grand List 2025

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PC (2025 1 30)

The Planning Commission reviewed consultant drafts for bylaw modernization, focusing on new zoning districts and land-use permissions. Members discussed updates to parking and bicycle infrastructure requirements and reviewed potential municipal planning grants.

• Approved meeting minutes from 12/19/24
• Agreed to remove enclosed storage from all Downtown Commercial spaces
• Proposed reducing on-site parking requirements by 20% in CB-7 zoning
• Proposed requiring bike racks within 200 ft of non-residential entryways in CB7 and R7 zones
• Updated B&B definition to allow use in owner-owned and operated accessory buildings

2025 01 30 PC

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(2025 1 28) Tri Board

The Rockingham Selectboard and Bellows Falls and Saxtons River Trustees approved a Vision Zero traffic safety resolution and a resolution supporting a municipal fire department. The boards also voted to consider the permanent display of a pride flag and a rainbow crosswalk.

• Approved Vision Zero traffic safety resolution (unanimous across all three boards)
• Approved Resolution of Support for a Municipal Fire Department (passed with one abstention)
• Approved motion to consider permanent display of LGBTQ+ pride flag and rainbow pedestrian crosswalk (passed with one abstention)
• Approved November 26, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved orders, bills, and warrants (unanimous)

(2025 01 28) TriBoard

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(2025 1 28) BF Trustees

The Bellows Falls Village Trustees met in a special session to discuss personnel matters. The board decided to allow the Village President and the Chairman of the Select Board to negotiate a 3-year contract extension with the manager.

• Approved motion for Village President and Select Board Chairman to negotiate 3-year manager contract extension (unanimous)

(2025 01 28) BFVC

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(2025 01 28) Vision Zero Statements

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(2025 01 21)

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(2025 01 21)

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(2025 1 20) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board approved the January 20 warrant and the minutes from the January 6 meeting. Trustees discussed a draft General Fund Budget for FY 2025-2026 and negotiated a 6-month purchase option for a potential fire station property. Several items, including the wastewater treatment plant budget and tax penalty commissions, were tabled.

• Approved January 20, 2025 warrant for $4,120.64 (unanimous)
• Approved January 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Determined a 0.39 acre parcel at 68 Pleasant Valley Road merits addition to tax rolls
• Tabled vote on penalty and interest for overdue taxes and fees
• Tabled wastewater treatment plant budget and capital reserve discussion
• Negotiated 6-month purchase option for a property to be used as a fire station

(2025 1 20) Saxtons River Trustees

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Sources and Uses January 17, 2025 Budget All Stages

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Updated Budget January 17, 2025

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VT 121 Safety Action Plan Presentation 2025 01 16

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(2024 1 14) Rockingham Energy Commission

The committee approved the December minutes. Members discussed potential home energy visits, an electric transportation event for next spring, and a proposed high-performance building apprenticeship pilot at BFUHS.

• Approved December minutes

(2025 1 14) BF Trustees

The board approved a request to ask voters for authorization to borrow up to $730,000 for the Kissell Hill and Colony Road projects. Trustees also authorized a grant application for new fire department extraction tools.

• Approved authorization for Municipal Manager to apply for $30,720 USDA grant and $20,916 local match for fire extraction tools (unanimous)
• Approved adding a request to the Annual Meeting for voters to authorize borrowing up to $730,000 from the Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Orders, Bills and Warrants (unanimous)

(2025 01 14) Energy Commission

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(2025 1 13) Conservaton Committee

The monthly meeting scheduled for January 13, 2025, was not held. Members attended a Regional Meeting of Windham County conservation commissions instead.

(2025 1 13) Rockingham Cemetery Committee

The committee approved using volunteer work to right and repair the Anna Albee headstone. Members discussed RFP planning for landscaping and tree maintenance, as well as the need for fence repairs at most cemeteries.

• Approved December 9, 2024 minutes
• Approved use of volunteer work to repair Anna Albee headstone
• Agreed to draft a memorial intent statement by 2026
• Agreed that the Oak Hill Chapel is the first building to repair

(2025 1 13) RCC

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(2025 1 13) Cemetery Committee

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(2025 1 9) Walk Bike Committee

The committee approved a draft document outlining bike parking requirements for new development, including a specific requirement for schools. The group also received an update on the first phase of a downtown lighting improvement project funded by a $96K grant and $20K town match.

• Approved November 21 meeting minutes
• Approved Bicycle Accommodation ordinance proposal with a requirement for schools to provide racks for 15% of average daily attendance

(2025 1 9) Walk Bike Committee

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(2025 01 09) BFVC

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(2025 1 8) Historic Preservation

The Commission approved the December 2024 meeting minutes and reviewed its 2025 workplan. Members discussed significant regulatory and environmental hurdles facing the Bellows Falls Train Depot project and identified town-owned and private properties at risk of deterioration.

• Approved December 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to distinguish between on-site and Zoom participants in future minutes
• Determined an HPC resolution or letter of support for the Train Depot project is not needed at this time

HPC

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the December 4, 2024, meeting minutes and established a new practice of distinguishing between on-site and Zoom participants in records. The commission reviewed its 2025 workplan and discussed challenges regarding the Bellows Falls Train Depot project.

• Approved December 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to distinguish on-site from Zoom participants in future minutes
• Determined an HPC resolution or letter of support for the Train Depot project is not needed at this time

(2025 1 8) Historic Preservation

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(2025 01 07)

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(2025 01 07) RSB

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(2025 1 6) Saxtons River Trustees

The Board reduced the FY 2025-2026 Wastewater Treatment Plant Capital Reserve allocation and reclassified certain maintenance costs. Trustees also approved the January 6 warrant and the December 16 meeting minutes.

• Reduced FY 2025-2026 WWTP Capital Reserve allocation from $17,500.00 to $10,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved charging FY 2024 variable frequency drive and fine screen switch costs (~$10,000) to Capital Reserve (unanimous)
• Approved January 6, 2025 warrant for $10,573.70 (unanimous)
• Approved revised December 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred vote on delinquent bill penalties and interest to January 20, 2025
• Entered executive session to negotiate real estate purchase or lease option; no action taken

(2025 1 6) Saxtons River Trustees

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2025 Town of Rockingham Annual Report

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Foster a Tree Spring 2025

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BFITC Original 2022 Budget Comparison January 2025 Budget

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