Littleton public meetings in 2025

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Zoning Board of Adjustment will discuss a request from Michael Garcia (ZBA25-09) for a special exception under Article IV, Section 4.02.03 of the zoning ordinance to permit a multi‑family dwelling at 491 Mount Eustis Road, map 95 lot 3, in the R‑2 zone. The board will also review the minutes from its November 25, 2025 meeting.

• Special exception request (ZBA25-09) for a multi‑family dwelling at 491 Mount Eustis Rd, map 95 lot 3, R‑2 zone
• Review of minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting

The Littleton Zoning Board of Adjustment voted to grant a special exception for a multi‑family dwelling at 491 Mount Eustis Road in the R‑2 zone. The approval was given with no conditions and a 30‑day appeal period was noted. The board also approved the November 25, 2025 minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Granted special exception for 4‑unit multifamily at 491 Mount Eustis Rd (3‑2 vote)
• Approval issued with no conditions; 30‑day appeal period
• Approved minutes from November 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Select Board will hold three CDBG public hearings covering the Community Center Improvement Project, the Residential Anti‑Displacement & Relocation Assistance Plan, and the Updated Housing & Community Development Plan. Business items include a Bike North Country Benefit Ride presentation by Bruce Caplain, a second right of refusal for the property named Bertha, and the 2025 encumbrances report. The Town Manager will present the November financial report and an update on the 2026 budget and warrant.

• CDBG public hearing – Community Center Improvement Project
• CDBG public hearing – Residential Anti‑Displacement & Relocation Assistance Plan
• CDBG public hearing – Updated Housing & Community Development Plan
• Bike North Country Benefit Ride – presentation by Bruce Caplain
• Second Right of Refusal for Bertha – item by Manager Brown

The board voted to submit the Littleton Community Center Improvements CDBG application and authorized the Town Manager to sign and execute related documents (4‑0). It also adopted the Anti‑displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan and the Updated Housing and Community Development Plan (each 4‑0). Additional actions included approving 2025 encumbrances, supporting a regional bike benefit ride, and recording support for a second right of refusal for the Bertha museum (all 4‑0).

• Approved submittal of Littleton Community Center CDBG application and authorized Town Manager to sign (4‑0)
• Adopted Anti‑displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan for the CDBG project (4‑0)
• Adopted Updated Housing and Community Development Plan (4‑0)
• Approved 2025 encumbrances for Town Office, Police, Transfer Station, and Opera House (4‑0)
• Supported Bike North Country benefit ride scheduled for September 19, 2026 (4‑0)
• Recorded support for Second Right of Refusal for the Bertha museum (4‑0)
• Approved minutes of 12/8/2025 BOS Meeting (4‑0)
• Approved minutes of 12/8/2025 BOS Non‑Public Meeting (4‑0)

Parks and Recreation

The Littleton Parks and Recreation Commission will approve the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting. It will receive revenue and expense reports and budget updates from the department. Old business includes a final worksession on policy review and updates on a drainage project. New business will cover topics from the Youth Basketball Commissioner and set dates for upcoming meetings.

• Approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Revenue/Expense reports from the Parks and Recreation Department
• Budget updates for the department
• Policy Review – Final Worksession
• Drainage Project updates

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to hold a non‑public session and to seal its minutes. It then accepted the November 13, 2025 minutes and approved the 2025 budget with a 6‑0 vote. Several finance articles were also approved, each by a 3‑0 vote, establishing new capital reserve funds and a revolving fund.

• Motion to go into non‑public session carried unanimously by voice vote
• Motion to seal non‑public meeting minutes carried unanimously by voice vote
• Approved November 13 2025 meeting minutes unanimously by voice vote
• Accepted 2025 Parks & Rec budget articles 6‑0
• Approved Article 30 P&R Revolving Fund (3‑0)
• Approved Article 31 Transfer pool funds to swimming‑pool CRF (3‑0)
• Approved Article 32 Discontinue Remich Park building replacement reserve fund (3‑0)
• Approved Article 33 Establish buildings and facilities capital reserve fund (3‑0)

Budget Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from the December 11, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of leasing versus purchasing, review the Community Reinvestment Fund and the town’s fund balance, and consider other items. The committee will then vote on any warrants presented.

• Approve minutes from December 11, 2025 meeting
• Discuss lease vs. purchase benefits and drawbacks
• Review CRF and town fund balance
• Consider other discussion items
• Vote on warrants

The Littleton Budget Committee voted on the 2026 warrant articles, approving the General Fund Operating Budget (4-3) and the Sewer Fund Operating Budget (7-0), while tabling the Water and Light Operating Budget and Article 7. Several articles were approved unanimously, including road improvements, sidewalk improvements, and various capital reserve fund changes. The projected municipal tax rate for 2026 is $3.96 per thousand, a 0.59 increase, with an estimated combined rate of $15.04.

• Approved 2026 General Fund Operating Budget (4-3)
• Approved 2026 Sewer Fund Operating Budget (7-0)
• Tabled 2026 Water and Light Operating Budget
• Approved Town Office Building Planning Improvements (6-0)
• Approved New Full-Time Police Officer (School Resource Officer) (4-2)
• Approved Fire Dept Ladder Truck Production Slot Cancellation Fee (4-2)
• Approved Public Works Road Improvements (6-0)
• Approved Mill Street Riverbank Stabilization Project (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Planning Board held a work session to review draft zoning amendments covering dwelling density, multi-family housing, and home occupations. They discussed adding a 'Cottage Court' section and a health and safety review process, but no final decisions were made. The board approved the November 18, 2025 minutes and scheduled a public hearing for January 6, 2026.

• Approved minutes of 11-18-25 as written
• Scheduled public hearing on proposed zoning amendments for January 6, 2026
• Discussed draft zoning amendments (no vote taken)
• Discussed adding 'Cottage Court' section to 2027 ballot (no vote)
• Discussed health and safety review process (no vote)

Water and Light Commission

The Littleton Water and Light Commission will review the December 1, 2025 meeting minutes and hear a public concern from Bruce Hadlock of Mt Eustis. The operation manager will give updates on a project and on dam removal. The CEO/Treasurer will present the MPA certificate of authority, reports from Dufrene Group and Horizon – well B, and conduct a budget hearing with approval of capital projects.

• Review of December 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public concern presented by Bruce Hadlock (Mt Eustis)
• Operation manager report: project update and dam removal update
• CEO/Treasurer report: MPA certificate of authority, Dufrene Group, Horizon – well B
• Budget hearing and approval of capital projects

Budget Committee

The Littleton Budget Committee meeting on December 11, 2025 will consider updates to the town’s budget. Items include a review of the operating budget and the town’s warrant articles. The committee will also discuss any other matters before adjourning.

• Budget revisions – update
• Operating budget review
• Town warrant articles review

The committee approved the December 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It decided to postpone any votes on the draft warrant articles, leaving them for future consideration. The meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m. after a motion carried.

• Approved December 4, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Postponed voting on all draft warrant articles (no vote taken)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:12 p.m. (motion carried)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Select Board accepted a $125,000 Department of Justice COPS grant for a School Resource Officer, contingent on a future town‑meeting vote. It also authorized a permanent no‑parking zone on High Street between Clay Street and 101 High Street. The Board corrected the appointment term for Recreation Commissioner Courtney Bowler to March 2027. Finally, it approved transferring HAZMAT equipment to the Twin State Fire Mutual Aid District with a conditional return clause.

• Accepted $125,000 SRO grant (award #15JCOPS-25-GG-0096-UHPX), vote 3-1
• Authorized permanent parking restriction on High Street between Clay St and 101 High St, vote 4-0
• Corrected Courtney Bowler Recreation Commission appointment term to March 2027, vote 3-1
• Approved transfer of HAZMAT equipment inventory to Twin State Fire Mutual Aid District, vote 4-0

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hear presentations from various town departments including Revenue, Welfare, and the Tax Collector. The body will also discuss the schedule for negotiated agreement progress and provide an update on petitioned warrant articles.

• Departmental presentations on Revenue, Debt Service, and Capital Outlay
• Departmental presentations on Welfare and Town Insurance
• Departmental presentations on Executive, Elections, Registration, and Vitals
• Discussion on Negotiated Agreement Progress schedule
• Update on Petitioned Warrant Articles

The committee approved the minutes after amending the time of Mary Menzies' departure from 5:30 to 5:45. No budget items or other proposals were voted on. The meeting was then adjourned. Members noted that a follow‑up meeting will be held the next day to review petitioned warrant articles before the Jan 13 deadline.

• Approved amended minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Select Board approved a motion allowing non‑voters to speak at the special town meeting. Voters also approved placing a $2,500,000 borrowing warrant for the Littleton Waste Water Treatment Plant on the upcoming ballot.

• Approved motion to allow non‑voters to speak (affirmative vote)
• Approved placing $2,500,000 wastewater plant bond warrant on ballot (passed)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board voted to continue the special‑exception application ZBA25‑09 for a multi‑family dwelling at 491 Mount Eustis Road until December 23, 2025. The motion was approved by all members present. The board then adjourned the meeting by unanimous vote.

• Continue ZBA25‑09 special‑exception request until Dec 23, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Select Board will discuss the 2026 budget and warrant alongside a 2025 budget report. The board is also reviewing a proposed battery storage project and a CDBG application for the Community House.

• Transfer of $1,500 “Bertha” donation to Eureka Hose Company
• LWL proposed battery storage project
• Community House CDBG application
• ARPA WWTF grant amendment
• 2026 Budget & Warrant discussion

The Select Board transferred $1,500 from a Mascoma Bank donation to the Eureka Hose Company for the purchase of the antique fire apparatus “Bertha.” The Board authorized the Town Manager to execute an amendment to the ARPA grant for the wastewater treatment plant. A tentative public hearing for a Community Development Block Grant application was set for December 22. The Board also moved the meeting into a non‑public session and approved all prior meeting minutes.

• Approved transfer of $1,500 donation to Eureka Hose Company (5‑0)
• Authorized Town Manager to execute ARPA Grant Amendment No. 1 for WWTP (5‑0)
• Set tentative date of December 22 for CDBG public hearing (decision, no vote recorded)
• Moved meeting to non‑public session under RSA 91‑A:3 (5‑0)
• Approved minutes for 11/7, 11/10 (public and non‑public), and 11/14 meetings (5‑0 each)

Budget Committee

The Littleton Budget Committee meeting will begin with a call to order and approval of the November 13, 2025 minutes. Committee members will hear presentations from several departments, including Police, Dispatch, Animal Control, Human Resources, Planning and Zoning, Town Offices, and the Cemetery. The committee will then discuss the bottom line of the town budget and review revenue and other resources before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting
• Departmental presentations by Police Department, Dispatch, Animal Control, Human Resources, Planning and Zoning, Town Offices, and Cemetery
• Discussion of the budget bottom line and revenue resources

The committee approved the November 13, 2025 minutes with a modification to the conflict‑of‑interest policy (motion by Dan, seconded by Mary, carried). The meeting was then adjourned at 7:21 p.m. (motion by John G., seconded by Bill, carried). No other items were voted on.

• Approved November 13 minutes as amended (motion by Dan, seconded by Mary, carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m. (motion by John G., seconded by Bill, carried)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board unanimously approved the PB25‑13 subdivision request for two lots on Monroe Road. The Board also approved the meeting minutes with a 6‑0‑1 vote (one abstention). After discussion of future housing and zoning measures, the meeting was adjourned. The Board will continue housing‑related discussions at its December 16 meeting and hold a public hearing on warrant articles on January 6.

• Approved 2‑lot subdivision PB25‑13 at 1950‑1952 Monroe Road (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (6‑0‑1, one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Conservation Commission

The commission accepted the September 2025 minutes. A motion to donate $120 to the Community House was passed. The Dells Dam license fee was raised from $1,500 to $3,000 per year. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Accepted September 2025 minutes
• Approved donation of $120 to Community House
• Increased Dells Dam license fee to $3,000 per year

Water and Light Commission

The Littleton Water and Light Commission will review the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting and hear reports from the operation managers and the CEO/Treasurer. The agenda includes discussion of water rates, connection fees, legal opinions on owned land, battery storage, and lead and copper issues. Commissioners will decide whether to approve the capital budget and consider energy procurement matters.

• Review minutes of the November 3, 2025 meeting
• CEO/Treasurer report on water rates and connection fees
• Approval of the Water & Light Capital Budget
• Discussion of energy procurement
• Legal opinion on LWL owned land

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Select Board held a public hearing on a proposed $2,500,000 bond to fund replacement parts and repairs for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. After a presentation and public questions, the Board voted 5‑0 to recommend the bond for the upcoming Special Town Meeting. The bond would cover temporary and permanent repairs and related costs. No other actions were decided.

• Recommended $2,500,000 WWTP bond (5-0)

Budget Committee

The Littleton Budget Committee meeting will review departmental presentations from DPW Administration, Highway, Building Maintenance, Street Lighting, and the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The committee will discuss the overall budget process and schedule for the upcoming fiscal year. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• DPW Administration presentation
• DPW Highway presentation
• DPW Building Maintenance presentation
• Street Lighting presentation
• Wastewater Treatment Plant presentation

The committee approved the amended minutes from the October 30, 2025 meeting and the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting, each by a motion that carried. No other formal actions or votes were recorded. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved amended minutes of October 30, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of November 6, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Parks and Recreation

The Littleton Parks and Recreation Commission will approve minutes from the October 16 and November 7, 2025 meetings. It will receive department budget and revenue/expense updates, and hear reports on the drainage project, policy review next steps, and the Mountain Sports League. New business will include topics raised by commissioners.

• Approve meeting minutes from 10/16/2025
• Approve meeting minutes from 11/7/2025
• Budget meeting updates
• Drainage project updates
• Mountain Sports League discussion

The commission voted to accept the October 16, 2025 minutes and the November 7, 2025 minutes, each with a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also carried unanimously at 6:53 PM. No other actions were formally decided during this session.

• Approved October 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:53 PM (unanimous)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Select Board will review and decide on acquiring Harvest Court Road. A public hearing will be held on the acceptance of Bertha, presented by Chief Chad Miller. The board will also approve minutes from five prior meetings and may enter a non‑public session for matters covered by RSA 91‑A:3.

• Acquisition of Harvest Court Road
• Public hearing on acceptance of Bertha – Chief Chad Miller
• Approval of minutes from five previous meetings
• Potential non‑public session under RSA 91‑A:3 exemptions

The Select Board approved the donation of the 1931 American LaFrance fire engine, valued at $100,000, with conditions for town maintenance and a $1 right of first refusal for Eureka Hose. The Board also accepted Harvest Court as a town‑owned road. Finally, the Board appointed Kerri Harrington as Chair and Roger Lehmann as Vice Chair until the March election. All three actions passed unanimously.

• Approved donation of 1931 American LaFrance fire engine with maintenance and $1 right of first refusal (5-0)
• Accepted Harvest Court as a Town owned road (5-0)
• Appointed Kerri Harrington as Chair and Roger Lehmann as Vice Chair until March election (5-0)

Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss funding for a drainage project. The meeting may include a nonpublic session to discuss personnel matters, claims, or emergency functions.

• Drainage Project Funds
• Nonpublic session for personnel or claims
• Emergency functions discussion

The Parks and Recreation Commission amended the October 16 motion to allow spending up to $10,000 from the Parks and Recreation Revolving Fund for the Remich Park drainage project. The amendment was moved by Courtney Bowler, seconded by Heidi Hurley, and passed unanimously (3‑0). All members agreed the funds would cover unanticipated expenses and avoid needing another meeting.

• Amended prior motion to authorize up to $10,000 from the Parks and Recreation Revolving Fund for the Remich Park drainage project (3-0)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The board entered a nonpublic session to discuss a possible parcel transfer in the Industrial Park. After returning to the public session, they voted 3‑0 to authorize Town Manager Troy Brown to prepare a warrant article for the transfer to the Littleton Industrial Development Corporation. The board then adjourned the work session by a 3‑0 vote.

• Entered nonpublic session (vote: 3‑2)
• Motion to seal minutes passed (vote: 3‑2)
• Authorized Town Manager to prepare warrant article for land transfer to LIDC (3‑0)
• Adjourned work session (3‑0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hear presentations from five town departments. Members will discuss budget guidance and review information regarding tax impacts on median homes and tax rate affordability.

• Transfer Station Revolving Fund presentation
• Fire and Ambulance presentation
• Finance presentation
• Real Estate Appraisal presentation
• Legal presentation

The Budget Committee decided to table the truck scale listed in the 2026 capital improvement plan, pending further investigation. No other budget items were formally approved or denied at this meeting. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m.

• Truck scale project tabled (no vote recorded)
• Minutes corrections to be brought forward at next meeting for approval
• Meeting adjourned (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning Board

The board will consider a subdivision application (PB25-12) to convert duplexes at 196 Washington Street in the R‑I zone to condominium ownership. It will also review recommendations for zoning amendments and adopt the minutes from the October 21 meeting. The agenda notes upcoming dates for a November 18 meeting with North Country Council and a tentative December 16 public hearing on the proposed amendments.

• Subdivision request (PB25-12) to convert duplexes at 196 Washington Street, R‑I zone, to condominium ownership
• Review of zoning amendment recommendations
• Adoption of minutes from the 10‑21‑25 meeting
• November 18 meeting with Angie from North Country Council to discuss potential zoning amendments
• Tentative public hearing on December 16 for proposed zoning amendments

The Littleton Planning & Zoning Board approved PB25-12, converting the two duplexes at 196 Washington Street (map 86 lot 25-1) to condominium ownership. The motion was made by K. Harrington, seconded by R. Bowler, and passed unanimously. The board also approved the meeting minutes as written and adjourned the session. No members of the public commented.

• Approved conversion of duplexes to condominiums at 196 Washington St (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and receive budget guidance from the Board of Selectmen and Town Manager. The committee will hear presentations from several town departments. The meeting includes an update on the tax rate.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Tax rate update
• Budget guidance from BOS and Town Manager
• Department presentations: Library, Opera House, Parks & Recreation, Executive, Elections, Registration & Vitals, and Tax Collector

The committee unanimously elected Diane Cummings as Chair and Dan Stearns as Vice‑Chair. Budget proposals for the library, opera house, and parks & recreation were presented but no approvals were recorded. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Elected Diane Cummings as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Dan Stearns as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn approved (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider four requests for variances and special exceptions. These items involve residential and commercial development projects across the town.

• Variance request for a 4-unit dwelling at 59 West Main Street (ZBA25-08)
• Special Exception request for a multi-family dwelling at 491 Mount Eustis Road (ZBA25-09)
• Variance request for a non-conforming setback at 0 & 25 Ammonoosuc Street (ZBA25-10)
• Special Exception request for a Retail Gasoline Station at 431 Cottage Street (ZBA25-11)

The Zoning Board of Adjustment denied the variance request (ZBA25-08) for a 4‑unit dwelling at 59 West Main Street, citing failure to meet criteria #5. Votes were: DePalma – grant; Fiandaca, Lavine, Hawkins, and Wright – deny. The applicants were told a rehearing request must be filed within 30 days. The special‑exception request (ZBA25-09) for 491 Mount Eustis Road was discussed, but no vote or decision was recorded.

• Denied variance ZBA25-08 for 59 West Main St (grant vote 1, deny votes 4)
• Rehearing request for denied variance must be submitted within 30 days
• No decision recorded on special exception ZBA25-09 for 491 Mount Eustis Rd

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Select Board meeting will consider several fee schedule amendments for the Transfer Station and Fire Department, adopt updates to the town's agenda and conflict‑of‑interest policies, and vote on a Special Town Meeting request to approve a hand‑count ballot. The board will also address a resignation and appointment to the Planning Board and review proposed changes to the General Assistance policy. Additional items include budget reports and public comments.

• Transfer Station Fee Schedule – review and adoption of proposed amendments (Manager Brown)
• Fire Department Fee Schedule – review and adoption of proposed amendments (Chief Miller)
• Special Town Meeting Approval of Hand Count Ballot (Manager Brown)
• Resignation of Planning Board member Mary Menzies and appointment of Kevin Kihslinger (term exp March 2026)
• General Assistance Policy – review and adoption of proposed amendments (Manager Brown)

The Board voted 5‑0 to adopt the amended Transfer Station and Fire Department fee schedules, effective Jan. 1 2026. It also unanimously approved the minutes from three prior meetings and passed a resolution supporting a letter requesting fair consideration of the Mann’s Hill Road Crossing project. No other motions were contested.

• Approved new Transfer Station and Fire Department fee schedules (effective Jan 1 2026) – vote 5‑0
• Approved minutes of 9/22/2025 BOS meeting – vote 5‑0
• Approved minutes of 9/22/2025 BOS non‑public meeting – vote 5‑0
• Approved minutes of 10/16/2025 BOS work session – vote 5‑0
• Approved support letter for Mann’s Hill Road Crossing Project – vote 5‑0

Budget Committee

The Select Board, Board of Education, and Budget Committee will meet to discuss tax setting and budget influencers for 2026 and 2027. The session includes updates on revaluation, tax base growth, and spending goals.

• C.I.P. update and future usage for budget development and grant applications
• Revaluation update and projected tax rate
• Review of year-end undesignated fund balances and retained funds
• Discussion of 2026 Town and 2026/27 School budget influencers
• Maintenance planning based on Grafton County Courthouse informational meeting

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The October 23, 2025 quarterly meeting presented updates on the Capital Improvement Plan, tax revaluation, budget status, school funding, and wastewater repairs. A proposal was made to move the next quarterly meeting to January 21, 2026, but no vote or decision was recorded. No substantive actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board elected Calvin Beaulier as the new Vice Chair. The board also approved the minutes from the September 2 and October 7 meetings. Both actions were adopted unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Elected Calvin Beaulier as Vice Chair (unanimous approval)
• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous approval)
• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous approval)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will vote to adopt governance by-laws and discuss the holiday market. The body is also planning dates and budgeting for FF2026 events.

• Vote to adopt by-laws/governance
• Holiday market planning and Opera House availability
• FF2026 planning for June 5, July 3, and August 7
• Review of commissioner membership expirations for 2026

The commission agreed to establish formal secretary and treasurer positions and will revisit its organizational structure in November. It decided to charge fees for Riverfront Commons vendor spots, require liability insurance, and request a three‑month advance notice for applications. The group also planned holiday market promotion, a 24‑hour draw‑a‑thon, and new First Friday and Main Street event activities, and scheduled a follow‑up meeting in mid‑November to discuss budget and entertainment options.

• Agreed to establish formal secretary and treasurer roles
• Decided to revisit organizational structure and meeting procedures in November
• Approved charging fees for Riverfront Commons vendor spots and requiring liability insurance
• Agreed to require a 3‑month advance notice for vendor applications
• Planned to create a map of potential Main Street event layouts
• Decided to explore youth bands and street performers for First Friday 2026
• Approved development of a passport‑style scavenger hunt for Main Street businesses
• Scheduled next meeting for mid‑November to discuss budget planning and entertainment options

Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the drainage work proposal for Remich Park, with costs not to exceed $90,988.60. They also adopted a footer stating the youth basketball documents were reviewed and approved on 10/16/2025. The commission gave notice that the Mountain Sports League contract will end after its October 19 event, with storage removed by 5 PM. A $7,500 consulting budget for a Remich Park conditions survey was authorized.

• Motion to call meeting to order passed 3-0
• Approved minutes from 8/21/2025 passed 3-0
• Approved minutes from 9/25/2025 passed 3-0
• Approved footer “reviewed and approved by the Commission on 10/16/2025” for youth basketball documents passed 3-0
• Approved drainage work project proposal for Remich Park, not to exceed $90,988.60 passed 3-0
• Approved notice to Mountain Sports League that contract ends after Oct 19 event and storage removal by 5 PM passed 3-0
• Authorized $7,500 consulting for existing conditions survey at Remich Park passed 3-0
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed 3-0

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Select Board will discuss a town meeting concerning emergency repairs to the wastewater treatment plant. It will also review the Conflict of Interest Policy, the Agenda Policy, the Transfer Fee Schedule, the Fire Fee Schedule, and the Camping Ordinance. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are listed for discussion.

• Town Meeting for Wastewater Treatment Plant Emergency Repairs
• Conflict of Interest Policy
• Agenda Policy
• Transfer Fee Schedule
• Fire Fee Schedule

The Select Board voted 5‑0 to petition the Superior Court for a Special Town Meeting to raise and appropriate $2,500,000 for emergency repairs at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The motion was moved by Roger Emerson and seconded by Kerri Harrington. The Board will post notice of the Special Meeting at the library, water & light, police and fire departments, town office, website and in the Caledonian Record. Other agenda items such as the Conflict of Interest Policy and Transfer Fee Schedule were discussed but not decided.

• Approved petition to Superior Court for Special Town Meeting to raise $2,500,000 (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Board

The board approved application PB25‑11 for two‑lot line adjustments at 82 Bear Paw Trail and 484 Manns Hill Road, conditional on obtaining required NHDES permits. A resolution commending former member Mary Menzies for her service was adopted unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved PB25-11 lot line adjustments (subject to NHDES permits) – motion passed unanimously
• Adopted resolution commending Mary Menzies for her service – motion passed unanimously
• Adjourned meeting – motion passed unanimously

Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Commission will tour Remich Park and review its current challenges, including walking path erosion and drainage. Commissioners will consider a long‑term strategy for the department’s programming and financing, including the possibility of establishing a capital reserve for a new recreation building. The meeting will also present a Parks & Recreation Needs Assessment Survey from the Friends of Remich Park.

• Remich Park facility tour covering walking path, broadcasting towers, green building, pool building, and Little League field
• Discussion of walking path drainage, erosion, and overgrown areas
• Consideration of creating a capital reserve fund for a new recreation building
• Review of major safety concerns such as drainage issues and need for bathroom facilities
• Presentation of the Parks & Recreation Needs Assessment Survey by Friends of Remich Park

The Parks and Recreation Board unanimously approved a motion to let the Park Director proceed with removing three identified dead trees at Remich Park. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Authorized removal of the dead maple by the pool parking area, pine by the light pole on the sledding hill, and birch next to the Little League Snack Shack (unanimous vote)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing regarding the expenditure of unanticipated funds. The board is also reviewing lease purchase agreements for emergency and public works vehicles and the transfer station fee schedule.

• Public hearing on acceptance and expenditure of $90,988.60 in unanticipated funds
• $300,000 Ambulance 5-year lease purchase
• $375,000 Sweeper Vacuum Truck 8-year lease purchase
• $126,976 PW Dump/Plow Truck 3-year lease purchase
• Transfer Station Fee Schedule review

The Select Board accepted $90,988.60 of unanticipated revenue to improve drainage and facilities at Remich Park (5‑0). It also authorized the Town Manager to close out the InvestNH demo grants for Remich Park, Rail Trail Village and the Ammonoosuc property (5‑0). Finally, the Board approved three lease‑purchase agreements for an ambulance, a street‑sweeper vacuum truck, and a dump/plow truck (5‑0).

• Accepted $90,988.60 unanticipated revenue for Remich Park improvements (5‑0)
• Authorized Town Manager to close out InvestNH demo grants (5‑0)
• Approved $300,000 5‑year ambulance lease‑purchase (5‑0)
• Approved $375,000 8‑year street‑sweeper vacuum truck lease‑purchase (5‑0)
• Approved $126,976 3‑year dump/plow truck lease‑purchase (5‑0)
• Approved minutes from prior meetings (all votes 5‑0 or 4‑0‑1)

Conservation Commission

The commission approved the July meeting minutes. No August minutes were available because the August meeting lacked a quorum. Commissioners decided not to replace a picnic table due to low use and to defer dam work for the year because bids were too high. Tom Alt agreed to order trail‑marking paint.

• Approved July minutes (Gardner/Val)
• No August minutes (meeting lacked quorum)
• Decided not to replace picnic table (lack of use)
• Deferred dam work for 2025 (bids too high)
• Tom Alt to order trail marking paint

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Select Board moved and seconded a motion to go into a non‑public session under RSA 91‑A:3 II(c). The motion carried unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. The public portion of the meeting closed at 4:58 pm. No other decisions were made during the discussion of the fire department overtime study.

• Motion to enter non‑public session under RSA 91‑A:3 II(c) passed 5‑0

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Board of Selectmen will hear updates on a C-PACER district discussion and DPW projects, review past meeting minutes, and consider a resolution for timely PILOT agreement negotiations. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• C-PACER District Discussion with James Key-Wallace, NH BFA
• DPW Project Updates by Eric Oliver, DPW Director
• Re-approval of 7/28/2025 BOS Meeting Minutes
• Littleton Off Road Riders Lease Agreement review
• Commitment to Timely Negotiations of PILOT Agreement Resolution

The Select Board voted to reject the six bids received for the Dells Dam project and will pursue negotiations with a bidder to reduce costs. No vote tally was recorded. The meeting also included updates on the C‑PACER program and various public works projects, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Rejected all six Dells Dam bids; plan to negotiate (no vote tally recorded)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning Board will consider a request to subdivide a lot on Partridge Lake Road and a request to merge two lots. The meeting also includes a presentation from the North Country Council.

• Request for 2-lot subdivision of map 52 lot 32 on Partridge Lake Road (PB25-10)
• Request to merge map 35 lots 6 and 7
• Presentation from North Country Council

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the PB25-10 request to split map 52 lot 32 into a 5.61‑acre lot and a 39.72‑acre lot on Partridge Lake Road; the motion passed unanimously. The Board also approved a merge of map 35 lots 6 and 7 after a motion and second, with the motion passing by all members. Minutes for the meeting were subsequently approved.

• Approved PB25-10 two‑lot subdivision (unanimous vote)
• Approved merge of map 35 lots 6 & 7 (passed by all)
• Approved meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Select Board held a public hearing on the Great River Hydro settlement and pilot agreement. After discussion, the Board members each voted yes, resulting in unanimous approval of the settlement that replaces the 2024 tax abatement with a five‑year fixed PILOT payment schedule. The agreement provides a set dollar amount for taxes over the next five years and ends pending litigation.

• Approved Great River Hydro settlement and 5‑year PILOT agreement (unanimous)

CIP Committee

The committee reviewed the status of project sheets and plan formatting. The new document will include an overall project summary, individual department summaries, and the plan description. A bond schedule was recommended and will be discussed by Joanna and Troy with Lori. Steve Nilhas will provide school project sheets and Tony Ilacqua will provide transfer‑station sheets by the second week of September; a final draft will be reviewed at the September 25 meeting, then the Planning Board will review it on October 7 and present it to the joint Selectboard and Budget Committee on October 23.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review three requests for special exceptions to the Littleton Zoning Ordinance. These requests involve a multi-unit dwelling and two commercial facilities. The board will also review minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting.

• Request for a 3-unit dwelling at 59 West Main Street (ZBA25-05)
• Request for a Recreation Facility at 34 Bigelow Loop (ZBA25-06)
• Request for a Restaurant at 34 Bigelow Loop (ZBA25-07)

The Littleton Planning & Zoning Board voted to grant the special exception applications ZBA25-06 for a recreation/fitness facility and ZBA25-07 for a restaurant at 34 Bigelow Loop in the Rural zone. All voting members granted each application. The board also approved ZBA25-05 for a 3‑unit dwelling at 59 West Main Street. The July 22, 2025 minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved ZBA25-06 recreation facility at 34 Bigelow Loop (grant)
• Approved ZBA25-07 restaurant at 34 Bigelow Loop (grant)
• Approved ZBA25-05 3‑unit dwelling at 59 West Main Street (grant)
• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (grant)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Board of Selectmen will conduct a public hearing regarding a substance abuse grant and review the 2024 audit. The meeting includes updates on the July 2025 General Fund Budget and a discussion on a draft lease for LORR.

• Public hearing on Substance Abuse Grant with Chief Paul Smith
• Presentation of 2024 Audit by Vachon, Clukay & Company
• July 2025 General Fund Budget Report
• LORR Draft Lease discussion
• Pace Program presentation

The Select Board voted 4‑0 to accept and authorize the $135,605 Substance Abuse Enforcement grant. It also approved the 2024 town audit, the previous meeting minutes, and the DSP Appreciation Week proclamation. All motions passed unanimously.

• Authorized expenditure of $135,605 Substance Abuse Enforcement grant (4-0)
• Accepted the 2024 town audit as presented (4-0)
• Approved the July 28, 2025 Board of Selectmen meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved the DSP Appreciation Week proclamation for 2025 (4-0)
• Closed the public hearing on the grant presentation (4-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee, Board of Selectmen, and Board of Education will meet to review year-end balances and revenue updates. The body will discuss budget guidance and updates regarding the town office purchase and a new elementary school.

• Year-end balances and funds to offset taxes
• Federal and state grant updates
• EMS and Medicaid reimbursement changes
• New elementary school and building aid discussion
• Town office purchase update

The Select Board adopted a new Fund Balance Policy that sets guardrails for using the town’s unassigned fund balance when setting the upcoming tax rate. The School Board approved a net balance reduction of $588,523 to lower taxes for the 2025 fiscal year. The Board of Education decided to move forward with the intent to issue a Lakeway warrant article for the new school in March, pending economic considerations. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Select Board adopted Fund Balance Policy to guide use of unassigned fund balance
• School Board approved net balance reduction of $588,523 to reduce taxes
• Board of Education decided to move forward with intent to issue Lakeway warrant article in March
• CIP Committee set $75,000 guardrail; projects below will be funded from operating budget

Parks and Recreation

The board will review June revenue and July expenses. Discussions include the preparation of draft budget documents due September 15, 2025, and various park maintenance and policy topics.

• Draft Budget Documents due September 15, 2025
• Field Usage Policy regarding rain and cost
• Field signs and graffiti
• Camera utilization
• Future planning for the pool

The commission unanimously approved an amendment to the July 22, 2025 minutes correcting the budget statement. Commissioners accepted the proposed agenda and set the Remich Park Walkabout for September 27, 2025 at 5 p.m. The regular September 18, 2025 meeting was cancelled. The meeting was adjourned at 6:24 p.m.

• Amended July 22, 2025 minutes to correct budget wording (unanimous)
• Approved Remich Park Walkthrough date: September 27, 2025, 5 PM (unanimous)
• Cancelled regular meeting scheduled for September 18, 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 6:24 PM (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Planning & Zoning Board will review and vote on a lot line adjustment between two properties at 48 Garys Drive and 39 Manns Hill Road. They will also consider a motion for rehearing regarding an excavation permit request at 173 Alder Brook Road. The board will also approve minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting.

• Lot line adjustment between 48 Garys Drive and 39 Manns Hill Road (PB25-09)
• Motion for rehearing on excavation permit at 173 Alder Brook Road (PB25-08)
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2025 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Board voted 5‑0‑2 to deny a motion for rehearing the excavation permit (PB25‑08) for Crowe Family Investments LLC, leaving the original July 15 approval in place. The Board unanimously approved a lot line adjustment (PB25‑09) that transfers 0.09 acres to enable a pool on lot 26. The meeting was then adjourned by a passed motion.

• Denied motion for rehearing of excavation permit PB25-08 (5-0-2)
• Approved lot line adjustment PB25-09 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

CIP Committee

The committee discussed the status of project sheets, priority lists, and items for the library and town office fit‑up. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The next meeting is set for August 27, with the location to be determined.

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings on welfare revenue and a police grant. The board is also scheduled to review and adopt amendments to the Dog Regulation Ordinance.

• Public hearing on Welfare Unanticipated Revenue from CAP Cold Weather Fund ($27,460.47)
• Public hearing on Littleton PD FFY26 Enforcement Patrols Grant Agreement ($12,300)
• Review and adoption of Dog Regulation Ordinance revision amendments
• Appointment of Joanna Ray as Alternate Ex-Officio for the Planning Board
• Discussion of Kearsarge Solar Lease and Pilot Agreement

The Select Board accepted $27,460.47 from the CAP Cold Weather Fund for welfare expenses, approved a $20,529 state grant for police safety patrols, authorized street closures for the Oktober Fest, appointed an alternate ex‑officio for the Planning Board, approved the interim utility pole replacement plan on West Main Street, and authorized the tax collector to deed and sell the 70 Drew Street parcel. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Accepted $27,460.47 CAP Cold Weather Fund for welfare budget (5‑0)
• Accepted $20,529 Highway Safety Grant for police enforcement (5‑0)
• Approved closure of Porter and Mill Streets for Oktober Fest (5‑0)
• Appointed Roger Emerson as alternate ex‑officio for Planning Board (5‑0)
• Approved interim utility pole replacement plan on West Main Street (5‑0)
• Authorized tax collector to deed and sell 70 Drew Street property (5‑0)
• Approved minutes for 6/23/2025 BOS meeting (5‑0)
• Approved minutes for 6/27/2025 BOS non‑public work sessions (5‑0)

Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Department will review financial reports and provide updates on the pool and summer program. The board is discussing updates to the Field Use Policy and exploring future options for ice skating.

• Draft timeline for InvestNH Grant building demolition
• Relocation of grounds storage and workshop
• Input on updates to the Field Use Policy
• Future options for ice skating
• FoRP donation of swing mats and playground signs

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the June 19, 2025 meeting minutes. They also unanimously adopted the motion to close the July 22, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were decided; remaining items were tabled or slated for future work sessions.

• Approved June 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Closed July 22, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled Relocating Grounds storage/workshop to October work session
• Tabled Field User Round Table update to August 21 regular meeting
• No action taken on mower issue (nothing new to discuss)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review a variance request for a structure at 34 Bigelow Loop. The board will also review the minutes from the June 24, 2025, meeting.

• Variance request (ZBA25-04) for a structure over 35 feet in height at 34 Bigelow Loop (map 74 lot 3)

The Littleton Zoning Board of Adjustment voted 5‑0 to grant a variance allowing the building at 34 Bigelow Loop to rise to a maximum of 65 feet. The approval includes the condition that the Littleton Fire Chief must sign off on fire‑lane access before a building permit is issued. The board also approved the meeting minutes and adjourned the session.

• Grant variance for height up to 65' at 34 Bigelow Loop, with fire‑chief approval required (5-0)
• Approve meeting minutes as written (5-0)
• Adjourn the meeting (5-0)

Cultural Arts Commission

The commission is discussing the schedule and logistics for First Friday Arts events in August and September. Members will also review a rough draft of the commission's by-laws and governance rules.

• Review of August First Friday featuring Soggy Po Boys with Black Woods
• Discussion of adding First Friday dates on September 5 and October 3 on Main St
• Review and modification of by-laws and governance draft
• Discussion of commissioner removal and participation parameters

The Cultural Arts Commission decided to close August vendor registration early because the event is over capacity and will announce the full status online. They also approved a $25 vendor fee to begin next year to increase revenue. Additional actions include updating the vendor map, extending Main Street events, and reviewing bylaws.

• Close August vendor registration early due to overcapacity; announce full status on website and social media
• Implement a $25 vendor fee for future events starting next year
• Jason to upload draft vendor placement map to Basecamp for review
• Riley to prepare a special event application for September and October 1st Fridays on Main Street
• Extend Main Street event for two additional months and coordinate announcement after August event
• Jessica to plan mural work for September 1st Friday
• All members to review and provide feedback on commission bylaws
• Riley to update the budget spreadsheet with recent 1st Friday checks

Conservation Commission

The commission accepted the June minutes as written. It reported that the fund balance remains $3,758 with no change. Commissioners approved a Founders Day/Historical Society picnic at the Dells for July 27 at 1 PM. They also set the next meeting for August 18, 2025 at 7 PM in the Community House.

• Accepted June minutes as written
• Finances unchanged; $3,758 remains
• Approved Founders Day/Historical Society picnic at Dells, July 27, 1 PM
• Scheduled August meeting for 8/18/25, 7 PM, Community House

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning Board will review an application from Crowe Family Investments LLC to use a 2.2-acre portion of a 232-acre property as a gravel pit. The applicant proposes to excavate materials for its own business operations, estimating 50 to 100 loads per year over 5 to 10 years.

• Proposed 2.2-acre excavation at 173 Alderbrook Road
• Request for waiver of reclamation bond per NH RSA 155-E:5-b
• Proposed operating hours: Monday through Saturday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
• Proposed 200-foot wooded buffer between excavation area and town line
• NH DOT driveway permit already issued for access to NH Route 116

The Littleton Planning & Zoning Board reviewed a request from Crowe Family Investments LLC for an excavation permit at 173 Alder Brook Road. The board heard presentations on site conditions, operational standards, and mitigation measures. No approval, denial, or other formal action was recorded in the minutes.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Planning Board will meet to consider a permit request from Crowe Family Investments LLC. The board will also review minutes from the July 1, 2025, meeting.

• Excavation permit request for 173 Alder Brook Road (map 48 lot 5) in the rural zone

The Littleton Planning & Zoning Board reviewed an excavation permit application for 173 Alder Brook Road, discussing site conditions, operational standards, and mitigation measures. The board designated Kevin Kihslinger and Ray Bowler as voting members for the meeting. The minutes do not record any vote, approval, denial, or other formal decision on the application.

Ammonoosuc River Local Advisory Committee

The Ammonoosuc River Local Advisory Committee will review permit applications and provide feedback on land use. The body is discussing a new housing project in Carroll and the potential sale of state-owned land in Bethlehem.

• Alteration of Terrain Permit (File # 20250630-117) for employee housing on Clement Road, Bretton Woods, Carroll
• Proposed disposal of state-owned land to a private owner for a driveway at NH Route 116, Tax Map 406, Lot 20.4, Bethlehem
• Status update on NCES Seep Remediation permit (File Number 20231117-231)
• Review of Crowe Excavation Dredge & Fill Wetlands Permit (File # 2024-03189) regarding DES compliance
• Discussion on annual dues for Littleton and Haverhill

The ARLAC unanimously approved the minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting and the June financial report. It also approved the disposal of state‑owned land on NH Route 116 in Bethlehem, finding no river impacts. The committee accepted an alteration of terrain permit for employee housing on Clement Road in Carroll and supported NH DES in requiring the Crowe Family to meet all permit conditions.

• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June financial report (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of state‑owned land on NH Route 116, Bethlehem (unanimous)
• Approved alteration of terrain permit for employee housing on Clement Road, Carroll (unanimous)
• Supported NH DES requiring Crowe Family to meet all permit requirements (unanimous)

Water and Light Commission

The Littleton Water and Light Commission will review operational and financial reports. The body will discuss a transfer from Capital Reserves for Electric and a water rate review RFP.

• Transfer from Capital Reserves — Electric: $350,000
• RGGI: $78k
• Line Clearing — Water transfer: $10,000
• RFP for Water Rate Review
• Street Light Approval

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning Board will receive an update on the Homes Within Reach housing initiative. The board will also review meeting minutes from May 20 and June 17, 2025.

• Update on Homes Within Reach housing initiative
• Review of May 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Board unanimously approved reducing the Legacy Lane road bond from $100,000 to $60,000 after a review by Public Works Director Eric Oliver. The board also unanimously approved the May 20 and June 17 meeting minutes as written. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved amended Legacy Lane road bond of $60,000 (unanimous)
• Approved May 20 and June 17 minutes as written (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The provided agenda contains only references to meeting materials and minutes. There are no specific discussion items or decisions listed in the text.

The Select Board voted to end the nonpublic session and return to the public session. They also approved sealing the nonpublic session minutes. The board then adjourned the public session with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No decision on the proposed Kearsarge lease was recorded.

• Enter nonpublic session – motion passed unanimously (5-0)
• Leave nonpublic session and return to public session – motion passed
• Seal nonpublic session minutes – motion passed unanimously (5-0)
• Adjourn public session – motion passed 5-0

Cultural Arts Commission

The commission is discussing the budget and fundraising for First Friday 2025. Members will review the event schedule and draft by-laws for the body's governance.

• Fundraising goal of $3,000 to cover First Friday 2025 costs
• Review of July 4 schedule and contracts for The Van Burens and Sweet Jay
• Review of August event featuring Soggy Po Boys and David Van Houten contra dance
• Review of draft by-laws and governance requirements
• Updates on food, arts, maker, and organization vendors

The commission approved a check from the Studio School to fund First Friday. After expenses, $5,561.50 remains in the budget, which will cover the July First Friday stage, music acts, police detail, and portable toilets. Members agreed to pursue additional fundraising through grants, sponsorships, and a Holiday Market. Several follow‑up actions were assigned for upcoming events.

• Approved Studio School check for First Friday (action taken)
• Julie will follow up with Jim Alden from Chutter’s for a check (planned)
• Jason will double‑check Tilotson grant deadline (planned)
• Rilee will meet with fire and police to improve July 4 Mill Street closure (planned)
• Lori agreed to repeat Holiday Market this year (planned)
• Lori seconded idea to hold a First Friday in September (planned)
• Jason suggested creating a Sign Up Genius for volunteer sign‑ups (proposed)
• Julie drafted bylaws; Jason to review them (pending)

CIP Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Committee met on May 28, 2025, to receive updates from various departments. Members reported on upcoming police capital items, a spreadsheet of capital items from the Public Works Director, draft capital items for 2026‑2031 from the school facility committee, and fire station equipment status. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to elect officers and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also consider an amendment to its bylaws regarding the number of alternates.

• Amendment of Article II, Section 7 of bylaws to allow up to 5 alternates
• Election of Officers
• Approval of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board voted unanimously to keep Mark Wright as Chairman and Z. Hawkins as Vice Chairman. A motion to appoint the officer nominations also passed unanimously. The board approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes, with one member abstaining.

• Reappointed Mark Wright as Chairman (unanimous)
• Reappointed Z. Hawkins as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of officer nominations (unanimous)
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (abstention by D. Fiandaca)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings regarding emergency sewer fund expenditures and amendments to the town-owned property disposal policy. The board will also review several draft policies regarding fund balances, investments, and purchases.

• Public hearing on Emergency Expenditure Sewer Funds
• Public hearing on Disposal of Town Owned Property Policy amendments
• Acceptance of NH DHHS Mobile Integrated Healthcare Grant for $5,000
• NHDOT Temporary Access Agreement for 323 Meadow Street
• Review of Franconia EMS Contract

The Board approved an emergency expenditure of $350,000 to rehabilitate the wastewater treatment plant clarifiers using Rebuild‑It Company, with the motion passing 5‑0. The Board also adopted the revised Disposal of Town Property Policy, which updates the policy name, adds a purpose section, a $10,000 threshold for board approval, and new record‑keeping requirements; the motion passed 4‑1. Both public hearings were formally closed by unanimous motions (5‑0).

• Approved $350,000 emergency sewer clarifier rehabilitation (5‑0)
• Closed emergency expenditure public hearing (5‑0)
• Adopted revised Disposal of Town Property Policy (4‑1)
• Closed Disposal of Town Property Policy public hearing (5‑0)

Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Department will review financial reports for April and May. The board will receive updates on the pool and summer program and note the approved InvestNH Grant Extension for 2026.

• InvestNH Grant Extension - Approved 2026
• Summer Program update
• Pool update
• April/May Revenue and May Expense reports

The commission unanimously adopted the motion to call the meeting to order. They also unanimously approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:47 PM was carried unanimously. Commissioners agreed to have the drainage pipe near Remich Park scoped to determine the cause of poor drainage.

• Motion to call meeting to order carried unanimously
• Motion to approve May 13, 2025 minutes carried unanimously
• Motion to adjourn meeting at 6:47 PM carried unanimously
• Agreed to scope drainage pipe at Remich Park to address drainage issue (consensus)
• Scheduled August 14, 2025 work session for a facilities tour
• Set next regular meetings for July 17 and July 22, 2025
• Set August 21, 2025 regular meeting
• Dog park issue noted as wrapped up for now (no further action)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Planning Board will meet to elect officers and review a Master Plan Implementation Chapter. The board will also consider a request to merge parcels at 350 Slate Ledge Road.

• Merge request for 350 Slate Ledge Road (map 55 lot 31 / map 75 lot 2)
• Election of Officers
• Review of Master Plan Implementation Chapter

The Planning & Zoning Board elected Tony J. Ilacqua as Chair and Mary Menzies as Vice Chair, each by unanimous agreement. R. Bowler was designated as a voting member. The board approved the merge request for Curtis Wright IV and Linda Johnson Wright at 350 Slate Ledge Road by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Elected Tony J. Ilacqua as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mary Menzies as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Designated Ray Bowler as a voting member
• Approved merge request for 350 Slate Ledge Road (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The commission accepted the April 2025 minutes as written. They elected Roger Merrill as chairman, Gardner Kellogg as vice chair, and Tom Alt as secretary. A work day was scheduled for July 12 to repair trail damage at Kilburn Crags. The commission decided not to install “No Camping” signs in Eaton Town Forest and set the next meeting for July 21, 2025.

• Accepted April 2025 minutes as written
• Elected Roger Merrill chairman, Gardner Kellogg vice chair, Tom Alt secretary
• Scheduled July 12 work day for Kilburn Crags trail repairs
• Decided not to install “No Camping” signs in Eaton Town Forest
• Set July 21, 2025 as the next meeting date

Water and Light Commission

The Littleton Water and Light Commission will review financial statements and investment policies. The body will discuss a proposed rate increase from Eversource and paperwork related to an LCRR loan.

• Eversource proposed rate increase
• LCRR loan paperwork
• DES grant approval
• Copier quote
• Executive session regarding personnel and contracts

Ammonoosuc River Local Advisory Committee

The committee approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It authorized Ed Clark to review a Crowe Excavation request for more information and draft a comment, also unanimously. A motion to cancel the July meeting if no permits are received by July 1 passed unanimously, and the July 9 and August 6 meeting dates were set.

• Approve meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorize Ed Clark to review Crowe Excavation notice and draft comment (unanimous)
• Motion to cancel July meeting if no permits received by July 1 (unanimous)
• Set July 9 meeting at 5:30 PM, Littleton Community House (unanimous)
• Set August 6 meeting at 5:30 PM, Littleton Community House (unanimous)

CIP Committee

The committee discussed preparing an updated Capital Improvement Program before the October 16 budget meeting, establishing a $75,000 project threshold, and adding a bond schedule. Members were assigned to work with specific departments to review completed projects and propose new items. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss a variance request. The board will determine if a non-conforming front setback is permissible for a property in the Rural zone.

• Variance request ZBA25-03 for 1251 Farr Hill Rd (map 34 lot 8) regarding Article V, Section 5.01 of the Zoning Ordinance

The board voted 5‑0 to grant a variance allowing a front setback of no less than 45 feet for the Dooley property at 1251 Farr Hill Rd in the Rural zone. The applicants were notified of a 30‑day appeal period. The board also approved the meeting minutes as amended by a 4‑0 vote (one abstention) and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved variance for 1251 Farr Hill Rd, setback ≥45 ft (5‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes as amended (4‑0, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request to subdivide a property into two lots. The board will also review previous meeting minutes and appoint members to the Capital Improvement Program Committee.

• Public hearing for 2-lot subdivision of 360 North Littleton Road (map 33 lot 1)
• Appointment of Capital Improvement Program Committee members

The Planning & Zoning Board unanimously approved a 2‑lot subdivision of 360 North Littleton Road. It also unanimously accepted a $100,000 road bond for the new Legacy Lane road. The board approved the April 1, 2025 minutes and appointed members to the Capital Improvement Program Committee. The next meeting is set for June 17, 2025.

• Approved 2‑lot subdivision of 360 North Littleton Road (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 road bond for Legacy Lane (unanimous)
• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Capital Improvement Program Committee members (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The board voted 5‑0 to accept and spend a $44,000 State Department of Justice grant for the Littleton Police Department’s drug task force. They also voted 5‑0 to rescind the earlier requirement for a 6‑inch sewer line and revert to the approved 4‑inch privately built line for the Granite State Living project. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved $44,000 police grant (5-0)
• Rescinded 6" sewer line requirement, reverted to 4" line (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Department will consider updates on the InvestNH grant for demolition of buildings, including a trailer location for grounds. They will also discuss proposed amendments to field usage policies and bylaws, as well as the NOCO Mural Project for annual murals. Additionally, the board will review maintenance items such as drainage at Remich Baseball Field and equipment needs including a mower and aeration device storage.

• InvestNH Grant Update: demolition of buildings and trailer location for grounds
• Field Usage Policy - suggested policy amendments
• By Laws - suggested by law amendments
• NOCO Mural Project - annual murals
• Remich Baseball Field drainage behind home plate

The commission unanimously approved the motion to begin the meeting at 5:01 PM. It also unanimously accepted the April 17, 2025 meeting minutes as presented. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the session.

• Motion to start meeting at 5:01 approved unanimously
• Motion to accept April 17, 2025 minutes approved unanimously

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear a rehearing request from the Alder Brook Sportsmen's Association for a special exception to allow an outdoor recreation facility and club/lodge on Alder Brook Road in the Rural zone. The board will also consider a separate extension request from Crowe Family Investments for a special exception to allow excavating materials on a 2.2-acre portion of property at 173 Alder Brook Road. Additionally, the board will review minutes from March 25, 2024.

• Request for rehearing: Alder Brook Sportsmen's Association – special exception for outdoor recreation facility and club/lodge on Alder Brook Road, map 36 lot 17, Rural zone (ZBA25-02)
• Request for extension: Crowe Family Investments – special exception to allow excavating materials on estimated 2.2-acre portion at 173 Alder Brook Road, map 48 lot 5, Rural zone (ZBA23-05)
• Review of minutes from March 25, 2024

The Zoning Board of Adjustment voted 4‑0 to deny the request for a rehearing of the special‑exception application for Alder Brook Sportsmen’s Association. The board then voted 5‑0 to approve Crowe Family Investments’ request for an extension to excavate materials on its Alder Brook Road property. Both actions were recorded as final decisions of the meeting.

• Denied rehearing request for Alder Brook Sportsmen’s Association (4 votes)
• Approved extension request for Crowe Family Investments (5 votes)
• Approved meeting minutes as written (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings on establishing a fine schedule for ordinances and amending traffic regulations, including immobilizer use for parking enforcement. The board will also vote on a new road name and consider a sewer line agreement with Granite Senior Living LLC. Town Manager updates include a budget report and next steps on camping policy.

• Public Hearing: Police Department – Establish Fine Schedule for Ordinances
• Public Hearing: Amendment to Chapter 1 - Traffic Regulations, Section 7, VIIb
• Public Hearing: Amendment to Chapter 1 - Utilize Immobilizer for Parking Enforcement, Section 6 & 7
• New Business: Vote on a new road name
• New Business: Granite Senior Living LLC – Sewer Line Agreement

The Board approved a uniform police fine schedule by amending Chapter 20 and added new provisions to Chapter 1 covering abandoned vehicles, towing fees, and vehicle immobilization (booting). The Board also authorized the Town Manager to execute documents for the BEA demolition grant and approved the minutes from the April meetings. Finally, the Board tabled the proposed camping permit policy, postponing any changes to overnight camping rules.

• Allow Chair Linda MacNeil to attend via phone – passed 4-0
• Amend Chapter 20 to include uniform police fine schedule – passed 5-0
• Amend Chapter 1, Section 7 VIIb to define abandoned vehicle towing and fines – passed 5-0
• Add Section 7 IXa to allow vehicle immobilization (booting) after 5 tickets – passed 5-0
• Approve 4/17/2025 joint quarterly budget meeting minutes – passed 2-0-3
• Approve 4/28/2025 Board of Selectmen meeting minutes – passed 5-0
• Authorize Town Manager Troy Brown to execute BEA demolition grant documents – passed 5-0
• Table camping permit policy and related amendments – passed 4-1

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Board of Selectmen will meet to conduct business regarding tax deeding and the Granite State Living Senior Center. The agenda also notes the possibility of a nonpublic session for personnel, property, or legal matters.

• Tax Deeding
• Granite State Living Senior Center

The Select Board voted 4‑0 to enter a non‑public meeting for tax deeding under RSA 91‑A:3 II(c). The board discussed the Granite State Living Senior Center forced‑main project but did not approve or reject any agreement, noting the utility agreement is still a draft. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved non‑public tax deeding session (4‑0)
• No action taken on Granite State Senior Center utility agreement (draft under review)
• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

Ammonoosuc River Local Advisory Committee

The committee approved the amended minutes from the April 2 meeting (3‑0‑1). It voted unanimously to accept the Simon’s Market underground storage tank project with no comments or concerns. It also unanimously approved the Littleton Water & Lights Cottage Street lead mitigation work with no concerns. Finally, the members authorized Dennis to contact the Department of Environmental Services about LAC membership rules.

• Approved amended minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved Simon’s Market underground storage tank project – no comments (unanimous)
• Approved LWL Cottage Street lead mitigation work – no concerns (unanimous)
• Authorized Dennis to contact DES on LAC membership rules (unanimous)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Littleton Cultural Arts Commission will discuss the budget and fundraising for First Friday 2025, which requires $8,250. They will review plans for three First Friday events on June 6, July 4, and August 1, including entertainment and vendor updates. The commission will also review a rough draft of new bylaws and discuss mural plans and volunteer recruitment from local high schools.

• Budget for First Friday 2025: needs $8,250 in fundraising
• Stage banner sponsorship assignments and BetterWorld fundraising platform update
• First Friday dates: June 6 (Food for Bears), July 4 (The Van Burens with Sweet Jay), August 1 (Soggy Po Boys with David Van Houten contra dance)
• Create bylaws: review rough draft and make changes
• Volunteer outreach to Littleton High School students for First Friday events

The Cultural Arts Commission noted a need to raise $8,250 to cover the 2025 First Friday budget. Members reviewed plans for the June, July, and August First Friday Arts events, including posters, schedules, and performers. They discussed fundraising updates, vendor outreach, and the draft bylaws, and identified tasks needing assistance such as website updates and social media. The next meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2025 via Zoom.

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Select Board will hold public hearings regarding a Fire Department grant and a draft camping policy. The board will also consider appointments for several town committees and commissions.

• Public hearing to accept and expend a $12,000 HAZMAT grant for the Fire Department
• Public hearing on a draft Camping Policy
• Appointments for Budget Committee, Planning Board, and Zoning Board
• Appointments for Conservation Commission, Water & Light Commission, and Cultural Arts Commission
• General Fund Budget update from the Town Manager

The Board voted 4-1 to accept and expend a $12,000 state hazardous materials grant for planning work. It also unanimously appointed members to the Budget Committee, Planning Board, Zoning Board, and Conservation Commission. All appointment motions passed with a 5-0 vote.

• Accepted $12,000 Hazmat grant for planning (4-1)
• Reappointed John Piette and appointed Bill Latulip to Budget Committee (5-0)
• Reappointed Val Poulsen and appointed Lloyd Thomas as Planning Board alternate (5-0)
• Reappointed Zach Hawkins and Joe Depalma; appointed Ed Cherian (alternate), John Micciche (2‑yr alternate), Lauren Rodier (2‑yr alternate), Julia Butner (1‑yr alternate) to Zoning Board (5-0)
• Reappointed Gardner Kellogg and appointed Alexa Newton to Conservation Commission (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to formally oppose New Hampshire Bill 639, the proposed cryptocurrency facility, with all members in favor. The board also set aside $4,003 for parking‑lot improvements. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted opposition to HB639 cryptocurrency bill (unanimous)
• Allotted $4,003 for parking‑lot improvements

Parks and Recreation

The Littleton Parks and Recreation Department will discuss an InvestNH Grant update involving the demolition of buildings, and vote on a mower presentation. Other old business includes field maintenance, pool disclaimers, Apthorp Building next steps, and van usage. New business covers a controlled brush fire at Remich Banks and a fence line at Stoddard. Commissioners will also address maintenance timelines, meeting frequency, and vacancies.

• InvestNH Grant Update - Demolition of Buildings
• Mower Presentation - Voting Item
• Controlled Brush Fire at Remich Banks - tonight at 5:00PM
• Fence Line at Stoddard
• Primex Update - Pool Disclaimers

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the appointment of Danielle Cook as Chair, Heidi Hurley as Vice Chair, and Courtney Bowler as Secretary, each with a 3‑0 vote. The minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting were approved with an amendment after a 2‑0‑1 vote (one abstention). The board then adjourned the meeting with a 3‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Danielle Cook appointed Chair (approved 3-0)
• Heidi Hurley appointed Vice Chair (approved 3-0)
• Courtney Bowler appointed Secretary (approved 3-0)
• Approval of March 27, 2025 minutes with amendment (approved 2-0-1)
• Meeting adjourned (approved 3-0)

Budget Committee

The Littleton Budget Committee will hold a joint quarterly meeting with the School Board to discuss the tax rate impact following the March vote, review the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and consider revenue including federal and state funding. The committee will also receive an update on the town-wide assessment, with a focus on the Great River Hydro/Moore Dam negotiation.

• Review of respective tax rate impact following March vote (Town/School)
• CIP update from Town Manager
• State mandated local tax cap for school budgets discussed
• Town-wide assessment update covering residential, commercial, and utilities
• Great River Hydro / Moore Dam negotiation update

The committee approved the meeting minutes. Members discussed the impact of the 2024 tax base on upcoming tax rates, noting a projected 7.1% increase. They also reviewed plans to form a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) subcommittee and requested appointments from the school board and budget committee. No formal votes or approvals were recorded on budget guidance or legislation.

• Approved meeting minutes

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss the purchase of new voting machines and fire department contracts. The board will also consider an appointment for a P&R Commissioner.

• Motion for the State of NH to complete the purchase of new voting machines
• Acceptance and expenditure of $5,000 from DHHS for MIH Funding for the Fire Department
• Fire/EMS Overtime Assessment Contract
• Appointment of a P&R Commissioner from candidates Courtney Bowler, Andrew (Andy) Kilmer, and Mark St. Hilaire

The Select Board appointed Courtney Bowler as Parks & Recreation Commissioner (3‑2). It approved alternating weeks for processing accounts payable and payroll warrants starting June (5‑0). The Board authorized over‑expenditures from police, fire and DPW budgets for several town events (5‑0). It also accepted the Dominion Image Cast Precinct 2 voting machine and a $5,000 DHHS grant for Mobile Integrated Healthcare (both 5‑0).

• Appointed Courtney Bowler as Parks & Recreation Commissioner (3‑2)
• Approved alternating weeks for accounts payable and payroll processing (5‑0)
• Authorized over‑expenditures from police, fire and DPW budgets for event safety (5‑0)
• Accepted Dominion Image Cast Precinct 2 voting machine (5‑0)
• Accepted $5,000 DHHS funding for Mobile Integrated Healthcare visits (5‑0)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission noted the April 15 deadline for new commissioner letters of interest and resumes, with appointments to be made on April 28. It reviewed the FY 2025 budget and fundraising approach, including email outreach to stage banner sponsors and a BetterWorld.org platform. The commission discussed event line‑ups for June, July and August First Friday Arts, vendor updates, a draft by‑law, mural plans, and volunteer outreach to Littleton High School students. The next meeting is scheduled for May 9, 9‑10 am.

Ammonoosuc River Local Advisory Committee

The advisory committee approved the February 4, 2025 minutes. It decided not to comment on the RUDARPA air‑resource application. It voted to have a letter written and sent to the Department of Environmental Services expressing concerns about the Lisbon shoreland permit application. The committee also concluded it cannot address the HB 639 crypto‑mining bill and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes from 2/4/25 (all in favor)
• Decided not to comment on RUDARPA air‑resource application
• Voted to write and send a letter to DES expressing concerns about Lisbon shoreland permit (all in favor)
• Determined the committee will not address HB 639 crypto‑mining bill
• Motion to adjourn passed (all in favor)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request to subdivide a property into two lots. The board will also review minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting and receive an update on the Homes Within Reach housing initiative.

• Public hearing for 2-lot subdivision of 587 Meadow Street (PB25-06)
• Update on Homes Within Reach housing initiative

The Littleton Planning & Zoning Board voted 7‑0 to approve Littleton Retail Management II LLC’s request to split 587 Meadow Street into two lots in the C‑I zone. The board also approved the meeting minutes from March 18, 2025 by unanimous consent. Afterward, the board adjourned the meeting.

• Approved 2‑lot subdivision of 587 Meadow Street (7-0)
• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment considered an appeal regarding the expansion of the Alder Brook Sportsmen’s Association’s outdoor recreation facility on Alder Brook Road, map 36 lot 17, in the Rural zone. After deliberation, the board voted 3‑2 to uphold the zoning officer’s violation notice, effectively denying the appeal. No vote was recorded for the subsequent special‑exception request.

• Uphold Zoning Officer’s decision on Alder Brook club expansion (3-2)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Board of Selectmen will hold a meeting on March 24, 2025, to elect a chair and vice-chair, appoint members to the Planning Board, Lakeway School, and CIP committees, and approve prior minutes. The board will also receive the February 2025 budget report and a citizen's petition calling for an emergency town meeting. No items are listed under old or new business.

• Citizen's Petition for Emergency Town Meeting to be discussed
• February 2025 General Fund Budget Report presented
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointments to Planning Board Ex-Officio, Lakeway School Representative, and CIP Representative
• Approval of minutes from March 10 meeting and March 14 work session

The Select Board elected Linda MacNeil as Chair and Kerri Harrington as Vice Chair, each by a 5‑0 vote. It also appointed Roger Lehmann as the Lakeway School representative and Ed Hennessey as the Capital Improvement Plan representative, both unanimously. The Board accepted the 2025 MS‑232 appropriations form covering $30,298,569, and Town Manager Troy Brown announced a $375,000 purchase of a street sweeper made under existing purchasing policy. Approval of the 3/14/2025 work‑session minutes passed 5‑0, while the 3/10/2025 meeting minutes were tabled.

• Elected Linda MacNeil as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Kerri Harrington as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Appointed Roger Lehmann as Lakeway School representative (5-0)
• Appointed Ed Hennessey as CIP representative (5-0)
• Tabled approval of 3/10/2025 meeting minutes (no vote)
• Approved 3/14/2025 work‑session minutes (5-0)
• Accepted 2025 MS‑232 appropriations form ($30,298,569) (5-0)
• Executed $375,000 street sweeper purchase (executive decision, no board vote)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing regarding a request to subdivide a property into two lots. The board will also review the Implementation Chapter of the Master Plan.

• Public hearing for 2-lot subdivision of 190 Washington Street (Map 86 Lot 25)
• Review of Master Plan Implementation Chapter

The Littleton Planning Board approved a 2-lot subdivision for 190 Washington Street (Map 86 Lot 25) in the R-I zone, as requested by Tucker Reality LLC. The approval included an access easement for snow removal and maintenance. The board also discussed the Master Plan Implementation Chapter, planning to coordinate with the Conservation Commission and other departments on various items.

• Approved PB25-05, 2-lot subdivision at 190 Washington Street (unanimous)
• Designated Ray Bowler as voting member for the meeting
• Discussed Master Plan Implementation items, including housing grant and sensitive area regulations
• Agreed to draft letters to Conservation Commission and other departments for status updates

Conservation Commission

The Littleton Conservation Commission approved a new budget including $200 for Community House use, $250 for kiosk lumber, and $1,500 for a dam license. The commission closed the case on July flooding damage at the Dells, determining the reimbursement value was not worth reporting. Members discussed trail maintenance issues and noted no permanent structures will be placed on the River Walk for concerts.

• Approved new budget with $200 Community House fee, $250 kiosk lumber, $1,500 dam license
• Closed Dells flood damage case, no FIMA reimbursement report
• Accepted November minutes as written
• Agreed Roger and Joe will remove fallen trees at Kilburn Crags
• No permanent structures allowed on River Walk for concerts

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Board of Selectmen will consider authorizing borrowing to fund a drinking water infrastructure project, linked to a NHDES grant. The meeting also includes the possibility of entering nonpublic sessions for personnel, property, or legal matters, though no such items are explicitly listed on the agenda.

• NHDES Drinking Water Infrastructure Grant – Authority to Borrow

The Select Board approved three documents related to the NHDES Drinking Water Infrastructure Grant for the Lead and Copper project. These actions authorize the chair to execute loan documents, allow the Water & Light CEO to accept grant funds, and designate authorized representatives. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved authority to borrow for $1.2M Lead and Copper project (3-0)
• Approved certificate of vote to accept grants, authorizing CEO Lori Hogan to accept grant funds (3-0)
• Approved authority to file designation of authorized representatives: Linda MacNeil and Lori Hogan (3-0)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing to accept a $22,000 donation of smoke/CD detectors and fire extinguishers for the Fire Department. Presentations include a Police Department demonstration of an Opioid System and a welfare guidelines reform proposal. Old business covers solid waste disposal and hauling contracts, and new business includes planning for 2025 Littleton First Friday events.

• Public hearing to accept a $22,000 donation of smoke/CD detectors and fire extinguishers for Fire Department/Emergency Management
• Police Department demonstration of an Opioid System
• December Rust – Welfare Guidelines Reform presentation
• Old Business: Solid Waste Disposal and Hauling Contracts
• New Business: Parks and Recreation – 2025 Littleton First Friday Events

The Littleton Select Board accepted a $22,000 donation of smoke detectors and fire extinguishers for distribution to residents and area fire departments. They also approved a one-year contract with Mt. Carberry Landfill at $75 per ton, extended the hauling contract with Casella for one year, and authorized a request for proposals for a three-year hauling contract. The board approved street closures and extended music hours for the 2025 First Friday events, and adopted changes to the agenda policy.

• Accepted $22,000 donation of smoke detectors and fire extinguishers (3-0)
• Approved one-year contract with Mt. Carberry Landfill at $75/ton (3-0)
• Extended Casella hauling contract for one year (3-0)
• Authorized RFP for 3-year hauling contract (3-0)
• Approved closure of Porter St. and Mill St. for First Friday events (3-0)
• Extended First Friday music compliance time to 9:30 PM (3-0)
• Adopted agenda policy changes (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Planning Board held a public hearing for a proposed 2-lot subdivision at 190 Washington Street (Map 86 Lot 25) in the R-I zone. After discussion about road frontage and a possible easement to widen access, the board voted to continue the hearing until March 18, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The applicant will return with a plan showing an easement at the access point. The board also approved the February 18, 2025 minutes and adjourned.

• Continued the public hearing for PB25-05 (Tucker Reality LLC) until March 18, 2025, at 5:30 PM.
• Directed the applicant to provide a plan showing an easement to widen the access point.
• Approved the February 18, 2025 meeting minutes as written.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:04 PM.

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Board of Selectmen will receive presentations on the New Hampshire Pride Festival, proposed Welfare Guidelines Reform, and a demonstration of an Opioid System by the Police Department. The board will also review the December 2024 General Fund Report and discuss the upcoming Meet the Candidates event on March 3, 2025. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting focuses on updates and discussions.

• Presentation by Ashley Brown on New Hampshire Pride Festival event
• Presentation by December Rust on Welfare Guidelines Reform
• Police Department demonstration of Opioid System
• Town Manager's December 2024 General Fund Report
• Selectperson Harrington announces Meet the Candidates event on March 3, 2025 at the Opera House

The Select Board heard a request from North County Pride to close Porter Street on June 21 for a Pride Festival, but tabled the vote until the next meeting because one member was absent. The board also discussed welfare guidelines and a resident's appeal, but took no formal action on those topics. Minutes from prior meetings were approved.

• Approved Bond Budget Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Public Meeting 2/10/25 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled vote on Porter Street closure for Pride Festival (no vote taken)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Planning Board approved a 2-lot subdivision of 2839 St. Johnsbury Road (Map 30 Lot 1) in the Commercial 3 zone, with the condition that the applicant complies with all federal, state, and local regulations. The 30.59-acre lot will be transferred to National Grid for a new public utility substation, with construction expected to begin in 2026 and finish by 2029. The board also approved the February 4, 2025 minutes (5-0-1) and discussed forming a new committee to update the Capital Improvement Program.

• Approved 2-lot subdivision for Great River Hydro (PB25-04) with condition to comply with all regulations (unanimous)
• Approved February 4, 2025 minutes (5-0-1, Richardson abstained)
• Discussed forming new CIP committee; no formal action taken

Cultural Arts Commission

The Littleton Cultural Arts Commission will discuss and plan the 2025 First Friday Arts events (June 6, July 4, August 1), review food vendor contracts and participant forms, set the event budget, and develop a fundraising strategy. They will also consider adopting bylaws, filling two open commission seats, and coordinating mural plans and volunteer outreach.

• Review plans for 2025 First Friday Arts: June opener (TBD), July headliner The Van Burens with Sweet Jay, August offers to Soggy Po Boys and Shane Guerrette
• Review and update Food Vendor contract and guidelines
• Review participant form and contract
• Budget planning for First Friday 2025
• Adoption of commission bylaws (vote next meeting)

The Littleton Cultural Arts Commission confirmed the 2025 First Friday Arts dates (June 6, July 4, August 1) and discussed logistics including music, vendors, and marketing. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made to move forward with planning, including applying for a Tillotson Dash grant and creating bylaws.

• Confirmed First Friday Arts dates: 6/6, 7/4, 8/1
• Jason to apply for Tillotson Dash grant
• Jason to draft LCAC bylaws for review
• Held off on adding new commission member until after March meeting
• Put Main Street event in September on hold for 2025

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Select Board will hold public hearings to accept and expend funds for the Fire Department: $14,693.18 from NH Employment Security, $42,564.00 from the Grafton County Opioid Abatement Fund, and $1,500.00 from Mascoma Bank. New business includes discussion of a sewer line for Granite Senior Services, a library resignation, and Fire Department fees. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Accept and expend $14,693.18 from NH Employment Security for Fire Dept
• Accept and expend $42,564.00 from Grafton County Opioid Abatement Special Revenue Fund for Fire Dept
• Accept and expend $1,500.00 from Mascoma Bank for Fire Dept
• New Business: Granite Senior Services Sewer Line discussion
• New Business: Fire Department fees discussion (2/21/25)

The Littleton Select Board accepted three grants totaling $58,757.18: $14,693.18 from NH Employment Security for firefighter training/equipment, $42,564 from Grafton County for a TruNarc narcotics analyzer, and $1,500 from Mascoma Bank toward purchasing the fire truck 'Bertha.' The board also appointed Dawn Hatch to fill a library trustee vacancy and tabled approval of the Bond Budget Meeting minutes.

• Accepted $14,693.18 grant from NH Employment Security for firefighter training/equipment (motion passed)
• Accepted and expended $42,564 from Grafton County Opioid Abatement Fund for TruNarc narcotics analyzer (motion passed)
• Accepted $1,500 from Mascoma Bank toward purchasing fire truck Bertha (motion passed)
• Appointed Dawn Hatch to fill library trustee vacancy until 2026 (motion passed)
• Tabled approval of Bond Budget Meeting minutes due to incomplete copy
• Approved public meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved nonpublic meeting minutes (motion passed)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Planning Board approved a subdivision application by Crowe Family Investments LLC to create five new lots from a 146-acre parcel spanning Littleton and Bethlehem. The board waived the 1000-foot maximum dead-end road length to allow a 2099-foot private road, contingent on compliance with all regulations and E911 road naming. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved subdivision PB25-03 for Crowe Family Investments LLC (unanimous)
• Waived 1000-ft dead-end road limit to 2099 ft (unanimous)
• Approved January 7, 2025 minutes as written (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:42 PM (unanimous)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Deliberative Session reviewed all 38 warrant articles for the 2025 town ballot, placing each on the ballot as written or as amended. Notable amendments included changing the snowmobile club lease to 25 years and adjusting the Pathways Pregnancy Care Center request, which remained at $3,200 after a motion to reduce it to $0 failed. The session also approved motions to restrict reconsideration on articles 6-10 and 26-38.

• Placed all 38 articles on the ballot as written or amended
• Amended Article 37 to 25-year lease for snowmobile club (motion passed)
• Failed motion to reduce Pathways Pregnancy Care Center funding to $0
• Failed motion to reduce Second Chance Animal Rescue funding to $3,500
• Approved motion to allow non-residents to speak
• Approved motion to restrict reconsideration on articles 6-10
• Approved motion to restrict reconsideration on articles 26-38
• Approved motion to restrict reconsideration on all articles

Town Clerk

The Littleton Deliberative Session reviewed all warrant articles for the March ballot, placing them on the ballot as written or as amended. The only amendment made was to Article 37, changing the proposed lease for the Littleton Off Road Riders Snowmobile Club from 5 years to 25 years. All other articles, including zoning amendments, budgets, and borrowing articles, were placed on the ballot without changes.

• Placed all zoning amendments (Articles 2-5) on ballot as written
• Placed all borrowing articles (Articles 6-8) on ballot as written
• Placed all operating budgets (Articles 9-11) on ballot as written
• Placed Article 12 (Town Office Building Purchase) on ballot as written
• Placed all capital reserve and revolving fund articles (Articles 13-25) on ballot as written
• Amended Article 37 (Snowmobile Club lease) to 25-year term, placed on ballot as amended
• Placed all petition articles (Articles 26-36, 38) on ballot as written
• Restricted reconsideration on all articles

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings to consider accepting grant funds for the Fire Department and Planning & Zoning. The board will also review the December 2024 General Fund Budget Report.

• Fire Dept. ARPA Grant Funds from Grafton County ($19,046)
• Fire Dept. Grant Funds from Littleton Regional Healthcare ($62,400)
• Planning & Zoning Grant Funds from NH Dept. of Business & Economic Affairs ($35,490)
• General Fund Budget Report – December 2024

The Littleton Select Board accepted three grant awards: $19,046 from Grafton County for a fire command vehicle, $62,400 from Littleton Regional Healthcare for Mobile Integrated Healthcare visits, and $35,490 from the InvestNH Municipal Planning & Zoning Grant to review the zoning ordinance for housing opportunities. The board also ended negotiations with Convergent Energy in non-public session. Meeting minutes from January 10, 13, and 15 were approved.

• Accepted $19,046 ARPA grant from Grafton County for fire command vehicle (unanimous)
• Accepted $62,400 grant from Littleton Regional Healthcare for Mobile Integrated Healthcare visits (unanimous)
• Accepted $35,490 InvestNH grant for zoning ordinance review on housing (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 1/10/2025 work session (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 1/13/2025 and 1/15/2025 public meetings (unanimous)
• Ended negotiations with Convergent Energy (unanimous, in non-public session)

Budget Committee

This joint quarterly meeting of the Littleton Budget Committee, School Budget Committee, and Selectboard will hear updates on town and school topics, including a taxation monitoring equalization ratio resolution and infrastructure planning. The Grafton County Courthouse Project will be presented by Commissioner Martha MacLeod. An open discussion with state and county officials is also scheduled.

• Taxation Monitoring - Equalization Ratio Resolution with Town Manager Troy Brown
• Town & School Infrastructure Planning update from Supt. Nilhas
• Grafton County Courthouse Project presentation by Commissioner Martha MacLeod
• Open Discussion with State and County Officials
• Quarterly meeting calendar set for April 17, 2025

The joint meeting was informational, with no formal votes or binding decisions. Officials discussed the proposed Grafton County courthouse replacement, the town's declining equalization ratio and potential tax abatement challenge by Great River Hydro, and collaboration on capital improvement planning between the town and school district. It was decided to schedule a follow-up meeting to discuss capital priorities.

• Scheduled follow-up meeting on town-school capital planning
• Discussed Grafton County courthouse replacement (no vote)
• Reviewed town equalization ratio drop from 60% to 51% (no action)
• Noted legal counsel hired for Great River Hydro tax abatement (no vote)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Select Board held public hearings on three bond articles and the 2025 operating budgets, then approved the warrant as discussed and amended. The warrant includes $500,000 for the Palmer Brook culvert grant match, $500,000 for sewer septage improvements, and $1.2 million for water infrastructure. The board also approved the $10,875,119 general fund operating budget and various other articles, including a $700,000 town office purchase and lease agreement. All articles will go to voters at the March 11, 2025 election.

• Approved warrant with $500,000 bond for Palmer Brook culvert grant match (3-0)
• Approved warrant with $500,000 bond for sewer septage improvements (3-0)
• Approved warrant with $1,200,000 bond for water infrastructure improvements (3-0)
• Approved $10,875,119 general fund operating budget (3-0)
• Approved $700,000 town office purchase and lease agreement (3-0)
• Approved $50,000 for police vehicle capital reserve fund (3-0)
• Approved $600,000 for road improvements (3-0)
• Approved $375,000 lease-purchase for sweeper vacuum truck (2-1)

Select Board Meeting - Minutes & Agenda

The Littleton Board of Selectmen will meet on January 13, 2025, to discuss and potentially act on several items. A key new business item is a resolution to authorize signature authority for a $425,837 grant for the Main Street Phase II project. The board will also review the town's fund balance policy.

• Certified resolution for signature authority on Main Street Phase II Grant ($425,837)
• Review of Town Fund Balance Policy
• Approval of meeting minutes from 12/30/2024 (administrative and non-public)
• Town manager updates and old business

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 2025-01, setting a policy to conduct a statistical update or town-wide revaluation whenever the equalization ratio falls below 87.5% or exceeds 110%. The Board also approved a resolution authorizing officials to sign documents for NH DOT funding for the Downtown Reconnect / Main Street Phase II pre-development project. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or procedural.

• Approved Resolution 2025-01 for annual equalization assessment review (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing signing of NH DOT funding documents for project #44869 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 12/30/2024 BOS meeting and non-public session (unanimous)
• Moved to non-public session and sealed minutes for both topics (unanimous)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Littleton Cultural Arts Commission will discuss plans for the 2025 First Friday Arts series, review the 2024 budget report, and assess the status of a warrant article to support the events. The meeting also covers adding new commission members, adopting by-laws, fundraising for 2025, and mural project planning.

• Review of 2025 First Friday Arts dates: June 6, July 4, August 1
• Budget report for First Friday 2024
• Status of warrant article to support LCAC First Friday efforts
• Addition of commission members for 2025
• Mural plans, needs, and timelines

The Littleton Cultural Arts Commission met on January 8, 2025, and discussed plans for the 2025 First Friday series, including confirmed dates of June 6, July 4, and August 1. They discussed recruiting new commission members to fill upcoming vacancies, reviewing bylaws, and improving the event layout and vendor mix. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussion and planning for future action.

• Confirmed First Friday Arts dates: 6/6, 7/4, 8/1
• Discussed barricading Mill St. for First Friday, with access for emergency vehicles
• Planned to seek more food vendors and a mocktail bar trailer
• Agreed to offload Main St business connections to the chamber
• Jess to ask permission to close two parking spots to finish mural
• Jason to check with Catamount re: stage and crew fees
• Set fundraising goal of $10-15k for 2025
• Next meeting scheduled for same day/time next month

Planning & Zoning Board

The Littleton Planning Board will hold public hearings on two subdivision applications and four proposed zoning ordinance amendments. The board will consider amending the definition of building permits to include demolition, adding Amusement Services as a permitted use in commercial zones, removing redundant pool fence language, and rezoning a portion of 431-433 Cottage Street to Commercial-I. Action on these items is expected after the hearings and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Subdivision request by Abbott Properties to create two lots and merge land at 409 Union Street, 502 Union Street, 2 Redington Street, and 4 Redington Street.
• Subdivision request by T&T Mtn. Investments for a two-lot split at 370-372 Meadow Street (maps 76 lot 26).
• Amendment No. 1: Require building/zoning permits for demolition of structures.
• Amendment No. 2: Add 'Amusement Services' to permitted uses in all Commercial Zones.
• Amendment No. 4: Rezone a portion of 431-433 Cottage Street (map 96 lot 11) from its current classification to Commercial-I.

The Littleton Planning Board approved two subdivision requests: PB25-01 for Abbott Properties LLC and PB25-02 for T&T Mtn. Investments LLC. The board also voted to place four zoning ordinance amendments on the warrant, including requiring demolition permits, adding amusement services to commercial zones, removing pool fence language, and rezoning a parcel on Cottage Street. All decisions were made with unanimous or near-unanimous votes.

• Approved PB25-01 subdivision for Abbott Properties LLC (all in favor)
• Approved PB25-02 subdivision for T&T Mtn Investments LLC (all in favor)
• Placed zoning amendment #1 on warrant (7-0-1, Beaulier abstaining)
• Placed zoning amendment #2 on warrant (8-0)
• Placed zoning amendment #3 on warrant (8-0)
• Placed zoning amendment #4 on warrant (8-0)
• Approved December 17, 2024 minutes (all in favor)