Windham public meetings in 2021

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment voted 5-0 to accept the withdrawal without prejudice of Case #55-2021, an appeal of a fence denial at 164 Range Road. The board also denied two rehearing requests (Cases #61-2021 and #62-2021) related to a prior case at 155 Range Rd, and continued one rehearing to January 25, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; the board did not approve any meeting minutes.

• Accepted withdrawal without prejudice for Case #55-2021 (fence appeal at 164 Range Rd) (5-0)
• Denied rehearing request Case #61-2021 (no technical error, no new evidence) (5-0)
• Continued rehearing Case #62-2021 to January 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Did not approve minutes for 11/9/21, 11/23/21, or 12/14/21

Select Board

The Select Board voted to place a warrant article on the 2022 ballot that would adopt NH RSA 32:5, V-b, requiring estimated tax impacts to be shown on warrant articles. The board also supported amendments to the Windham-Salem Route 28 water line agreement regarding termination and asset ownership. No other substantive decisions were made; the board entered non-public session for a department head evaluation and a legal update.

• Approved placing warrant article to adopt NH RSA 32:5, V-b (4-1, McLeod opposed)
• Supported amendments to Route 28 water line agreement (consensus)
• Entered non-public session for department head evaluation and legal update (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 6:00 PM (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to review several site plans and a warrant article. They will discuss a proposed 57-unit residential development, a medical office building, and a basketball facility, along with a $6.2 million warrant article for conservation land acquisition. The agenda also includes routine updates and approval of past meeting minutes.

• Warrant article: $6.2 million for conservation land acquisition
• Case 2021-62: 57-unit development at 47 N. Lowell Road (56 duplex-style units, 1 single-family, clubhouse)
• Case 2021-61: 10,200 sq ft medical office building at 1 Sharma Way
• Case 2021-60: 19,500 sq ft metal building for basketball courts at 6-8 Maple Street
• ZBA Case #60-2021: variance for rolling gate at 164 Range Road (continued to Jan 11, 2022)

The Windham Conservation Commission voted 5-0 to support a $6.2 million warrant article for conservation land acquisition, which will be discussed at the January 10th Board of Selectmen meeting. The commission also approved several sets of meeting minutes and reviewed multiple planning cases, including a proposed basketball facility and a medical office building, requesting more details on some. No final decisions were made on the planning cases.

• Supported $6.2M conservation land acquisition warrant article (5-0)
• Approved June 24 draft minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved August 12 draft minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved September 23 draft minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved November 18 draft minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved December 9 draft minutes (4-0-1)
• Adjourned at 8:00pm (5-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is meeting to hold a round table discussion on a citizen petition regarding the Dinsmore Wall. No decisions are scheduled; the agenda lists only this discussion item.

• Dinsmore Wall citizen petition discussion

The Historic District Commission voted 4-0 to pursue a citizen petition for $9,500 to restore the Governor Dinsmore Wall in the Dinsmore Plaque Historic District. This follows the Board of Selectmen's refusal to carry over $2,600 from the 2021 budget due to insufficient remaining funds. The commission also discussed future historic site signs and noted a broken granite finger post to be repaired in spring.

• Approved motion to pursue citizen petition for $9,500 wall restoration (4-0)
• Seated alternate Frank Farmer for regular member Carol Pynn
• Noted Board of Selectmen did not support $2,600 budget carryover for wall restoration

Select Board

The Select Board will review final draft budget proposals for upcoming public hearings. The meeting includes decisions on accepting federal grant funds, property tax abatement requests, and a proposed $6.2 million bond for land conservation.

• Acceptance of $1,554,955 in Local Fiscal Recovery Grant Funds
• Proposed $6.2M bond article to purchase Conservation land
• Fire Department request for software upgrades and thermal cameras using Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Tax abatement request for lot 25-G-43 owned by Rock Pond Improvement Association
• Access easement request by Brian Harvey across the Greenway Trail

The Windham Select Board approved several items, including accepting $1,554,955 in federal ARPA funds, waiving bids for chemical toilets and fire equipment, and supporting an easement request for a landlocked parcel. The board also moved proposed warrant articles for a $6.2M conservation bond, a charter school tax break, and Searles Building repairs to a public hearing on January 10. No decisions were made on the Master Plan funding request.

• Accepted $1,554,955 in ARPA Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (unanimous)
• Waived bid process and awarded $15,134 chemical toilet contract to United Site Services (unanimous)
• Supported easement request for lot 9A-825 and moved warrant article to town vote (2-0-1, McLeod abstained)
• Approved $33,707.56 purchase of two ventilators from Zoll Medical (unanimous)
• Approved $8,906 purchase of IP Gateway from Motorola Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved $4,810 Red Alert software module, paid by ARP funds (unanimous)
• Approved $6,088 purchase of 10 thermal imaging cameras from Seek Thermal (unanimous)
• Moved $6.2M conservation bond warrant article to Jan. 10 public hearing (unanimous)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees approved minutes from three prior meetings, welcomed new Trustee Neil Fallon, and set a flat $40 per event fee for opening and closing the building. They also discussed maintenance projects, including woodwork restoration and exterior painting, and agreed to charge $1,200 per week for a Lego Your Mind event in 2022.

• Approved minutes of Oct 19, Oct 25, and Nov 16 (Nov 16 with corrections, 7 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Set opener/closer fee at $20 each, $40 per event (consensus)
• Agreed to charge $1,200/week for Lego Your Mind event (consensus)
• Tabled exterior painting project until 2022
• Discussed woodwork restoration contract with Tyler Palmer
• Discussed furniture donation from John Indelicato

Local Energy Committee

The committee will review the November 10, 2021, meeting minutes and provide updates on several ongoing energy projects. Discussions include community power aggregation, residential energy efficiency presentations, and the status of the Windham street lighting upgrade project.

• Community Power Aggregation latest actions
• Residential Energy Efficiency Implementation presentation editing
• Windham Street Lighting upgrade project status

The Local Energy Committee met and took no final votes on substantive items. They reviewed and edited the November minutes, deferred discussion of Community Power Aggregation due to a member's absence, and are reviewing revised solar panel options for the Nesmith Library project after the contractor reported the originally specified 360 W panels were unavailable. The meeting adjourned at 7:56 PM.

• Minutes from November 10, 2021 reviewed; edits to be made by Mark Kovacs and approved at next meeting
• Community Power Aggregation discussion deferred to next meeting
• Streetlighting update pending meeting with Liberty Utilities arranged by Town Administrator
• Residential Energy Efficiency Guide edits to be provided electronically by Mark Kovacs
• Nesmith Library Solar Project: LEC to review 400 W panel options and provide recommendation

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review several site plans and subdivisions, including a major proposal for 68 residential duplex units on a 114-acre lot at 86 Rockingham Road. The board will also consider a request to continue a commercial building case at 154 Rockingham Road to January 2022, and will take up new applications for subdivisions, a school addition, and a watershed permit. Correspondence regarding 5 Bissell Camp Road and a regional planning commission representative will be discussed.

• Case 2021-46: Major Final Site Plan and WWPD Special Permit for 68 duplex units at 86 Rockingham Road (114 acres)
• Case 2021-49: Request to continue commercial building (3,600 sq ft) at 154 Rockingham Road to Jan 19, 2022
• Case 2021-59: Minor Final Subdivision to combine lots at 29, 21, 39 Enterprise Drive and deed Lot 11-C-150 to Town
• Case 2021-57: Design Review Subdivision and Preliminary Site Plan for 45 townhome units at 11 Indian Rock Road
• Case 2021-58: Preliminary Site Plan for two-story addition to Windham Woods school at 39 Roulston Road

The Windham Planning Board approved a motion to request $90,000 from the Board of Selectmen for creating a Master Plan, with a 4-1-1 vote. The board also approved two subdivision applications (Cases 2021-59 and 2021-56) with conditions, continued two other cases, and closed public hearings on two site plans. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to request $90,000 for Master Plan (4-1-1)
• Approved Case 2021-59 minor final subdivision at 29, 21, 39 Enterprise Drive (5-0)
• Approved Case 2021-56 major WPOD application at 2 Third Street (5-0)
• Continued Case 2021-46 to Jan 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Case 2021-49 to Jan 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Case 2021-55 to Jan 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Closed design review for Case 2021-27 (6-0)
• Closed preliminary site plan for Case 2021-27 (6-0)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee will hold a pre-application discussion for a proposed 10,200-square-foot medical office building at 1 Sharma Road, part of the Gateway Park Master Plan. The applicant seeks approval under Design Review Regulations and a Major Final Site Plan. The board previously discussed a preliminary site plan for this property. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the December 8 meeting.

• Pre-application for 10,200 sq ft medical office building at 1 Sharma Road
• Major Final Site Plan application under Design Review Regulations
• Property in Professional Business and Technology District and Watershed Protection Overlay District
• Applicant: Karl Dubay of Dubay Group, Inc. for Angle Wood Pond Realty Trust
• Approval of minutes from December 8, 2021

The Design Review Committee held a pre-application discussion for a 10,200 square foot medical office building at 1 Sharma Road (Pad B of Gateway Park). No formal decisions were made; the applicant received feedback on signage, lighting, landscaping, and materials. The committee approved the minutes from December 8, 2021, and adjourned.

• Approved December 8, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Joint Loss Management Committee

The committee elected Dennis Senibaldi as Chair and Pat Robertson as Vice Chair by unanimous vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily organizational.

• Elected Dennis Senibaldi as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Pat Robertson as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. The first seeks to add a 950-square-foot accessory dwelling unit at 53 Haverhill Road, and the second to expand a school by about 12,000 square feet at 1 Industrial Drive. The board will also review meeting minutes and discuss by-law updates.

• Case #58-2021: Variance for 950 SF accessory dwelling unit at 53 Haverhill Road
• Case #59-2021: Variance for 12,000 SF school expansion at 1 Industrial Drive
• Review and approve minutes from 11/9/21 and 11/23/21
• Planning sessions and by-law updates

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for an accessory dwelling unit at 53 Haverhill Road, and continued a school expansion case to January 2022. The board also discussed administrative matters but did not approve meeting minutes.

• Granted variance relief for 950 SF accessory dwelling unit at 53 Haverhill Road (5-0)
• Continued Case #59-2021 for school expansion at 1 Industrial Drive to January 11, 2022 (5-0)
• Did not approve minutes from 11/9/21 and 11/23/21 meetings

Select Board

The Board approved a $200 per election Town Moderator salary, amended the CIP roads request to $380,000, and approved a police investigation system lease. It also passed a 4-1 motion to implement mask mandates for town employees as determined by the police chief. No changes were made to most departmental budgets, and a conservation bond article was discussed but not decided.

• Increased Town Moderator pay per election from $150 to $200 (unanimous)
• Amended CIP roads request from $427,000 to $380,000 (unanimous)
• Approved police investigation system lease (unanimous)
• Approved mask mandate for town employees (4-1, Hohenberger opposed)
• Approved minutes of 12/6 as written (unanimous)
• Hired Code Enforcement Officer at Grade 17, Step 2 (5-0)
• Sealed non-public session minutes on reputations indefinitely (5-0)
• Took no action on Hidden Valley Road stub conveyance request

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will discuss updates on various town properties, including bridge repairs at Fosters Pond and McLvaine Forest, and review several zoning board cases and subdivision proposals. The agenda includes public hearings on variance requests for an accessory dwelling unit and a school expansion, as well as site plan reviews for townhome development and school additions.

• ZBA Case #58-2021: Variance for 950 SF accessory dwelling unit at 53 Haverhill Road
• ZBA Case #59-2021: Variance to expand school by ~12,000 SF at 1 Industrial Drive
• Case 2021-55: Minor final subdivision at 155 Range Road for two lots with shared driveway
• Case 2021-57: Design review for 45 townhome units at 11 Indian Rock Road
• Bridge repair and invoice approval for Rt. 28/McLvaine Forest

The Windham Conservation Commission approved $4,550 to M&D for bridge and tree work in the town forest. They also discussed trail map updates, beaver management policy, and held comments on several planning cases until later in the process.

• Approved $4,550 to M&D for bridge and tree work in town forest (5-0)
• Approved October 28 minutes as presented (3-0-2)
• Approved October 14 minutes as amended (4-0-1)
• Approved September 9 minutes as presented (4-0-1)
• Held comments on Case 2021-57 (11 Indian Rock Road) until further in planning process (5-0)
• Held comments on Case 2021-58 (39 Roulston Road) until further in planning process (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to review proposed 2022 zoning amendments covering multiple sections of the zoning ordinance, including Gateway Commercial, Village Center, Rural District, and workforce housing standards. They will also discuss whether to join the Nashua Regional Planning Commission. The meeting includes approval of minutes from four prior meetings.

• 2022 Zoning Amendments for Sections 618, 612, 601, 715, 602.2.3, and 619.7.3.3
• Zoning Map amendment for parcel 11-C-150 (HD/HC)
• Discussion of joining the Nashua Regional Planning Commission
• Review of minutes from 9/15/21, 10/06/21, 10/20/21, and 11/03/21

The Windham Planning Board voted to move several zoning amendments to a public hearing on January 5, 2022, including changes to the Gateway ordinance, Village Center District, conservation measures, and impact fees. The board also tabled a discussion about switching to the Nashua Regional Planning Commission until January. A motion to eliminate certain allowed uses in the Rural District failed, but a narrower amendment passed.

• Approved minutes of 9-15-21, 10-6-21, 10-20-21, and 11-3-21 (various votes)
• Tabled discussion on switching to Nashua Regional Planning Commission until January (6-0)
• Approved Gateway ordinance changes with 50-foot setback and 30% as amended (4-2)
• Moved Gateway ordinance changes to public hearing on January 5 (6-0)
• Moved Section 612 amendments to public hearing on January 5 (6-0)
• Moved conservation amendments to public hearing on January 5 (6-0)
• Moved impact fee amendments to public hearing on January 5 (6-0)
• Failed to eliminate all contested uses in Rural District (3-3), then passed removing non-profit research labs, hospitals, sanitariums (6-0)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee will hold a pre-application discussion for a proposed 10,200 square foot medical office building at 1 Sharma Road. The applicant, Karl Dubay of the Dubay Group, Inc., represents the property owner, Angle Wood Pond Realty Trust, Inc. The project is in the Professional Business and Technology District and Watershed Protection Overlay District. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Pre-application for Design Review Regulations and Major Final Site Plan for a 10,200 sq ft medical office building at 1 Sharma Road (Parcel 18-L-300)
• Property in Professional Business and Technology District and Watershed Protection Overlay District
• Applicant: Karl Dubay of the Dubay Group, Inc., for owner Angle Wood Pond Realty Trust, Inc.
• Project on Pad B of the Gateway Park Master Plan
• Approval of minutes from December 1, 2021

The Design Review Committee held a pre-application discussion for a 10,200 square foot medical office building at 1 Sharma Road (Pad B of Gateway Park). No formal decisions were made; the committee provided feedback on materials, signage, lighting, and landscaping, and the applicant agreed to return with revisions. The committee expressed no opposition to the proposed signage.

• Approved December 1, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Discussed pre-application for medical office at 1 Sharma Road; no vote taken
• Committee had no opposition to proposed signage

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will interview Neil Fallon for a vacancy on the Searles School & Chapel Trustees and consider a bid waiver for repairs to the Governor Dinsmore wall using Property Maintenance Trust Funds in 2022. The board will also hold budget workshops covering multiple departments including IT, roads, and health services, plus routine items like payroll and correspondence.

• Interview of Neil Fallon for Searles School & Chapel Trustees vacancy
• Bid waiver request for Governor Dinsmore wall repairs using Property Maintenance Trust Funds in 2022
• Budget workshops for Information Technology, Solid Waste, Roads, General Government Maintenance, Health & Human Services, Trust Funds, Retirement Service Charges, Insurance, Debt, Town Officers, Street Lights, General Assistance, Senior Center, Cemetery

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing business, including a proposed warrant article to rezone the Indian Rock Lot at 31 Enterprise Drive from Commercial District A to Historic District. They will also review the 2021 budget expenditures, approve past meeting minutes, and discuss various town projects and updates.

• Warrant article to rezone Map-11-C-150 at 31 Enterprise Drive (Indian Rock Lot) from Commercial District A to Historic District
• Approval of past meeting minutes
• 2021 budget expenditure review
• Annual report due January 7, 2022
• Town Common Beautification and Dinsmore Plaque HD sign discussions

The Historic District/Heritage Commission gave verbal agreement to a preliminary development plan for 11 Indian Rock Road, which now includes more natural space, a small park, and preservation of the historic 'Bowery Brae' cabin. The cabin's relocation and use are to be determined after an expert assessment. The Commission also approved a warrant article for the Indian Rock Historic District, 5-0, and discussed plans for an LCHIP grant for Town Hall restoration.

• Approved the Indian Rock Historic District warrant article, 5-0
• Gave verbal agreement to the preliminary plan for 11 Indian Rock Road, with cabin relocation and use to be determined
• Discussed plans to apply for an LCHIP grant for Town Hall restoration, with a potential 2023 warrant article
• Noted the remaining 2021 budget includes $2,600 for Searles Wall restoration, $4,000 for signs, $3,000 for Town Hall assessment, and $200 for film
• Discussed asking the Board of Selectmen to waive the RFP requirement for Searles Wall restoration, with costs beyond the budget paid from the property maintenance trust in 2023
• Discussed the Nutfield 'then and now' book proposal, with a plan to finish by early February
• Discussed placing a historic site sign on school property at London Bridge Causeway
• Adjourned at 8:52 PM, 5-0

Planning Board

The Windham Technical Review Committee is meeting to review five development applications and one pre-application discussion. Cases include subdivisions, a special permit, a watershed overlay application, and site plans for townhomes and a school expansion. The committee will provide technical feedback before these items go to the Planning Board.

• Case 2021-55: Minor final subdivision and WWPD special permit at 155 Range Road for two lots with shared driveway
• Case 2021-56: Major WPOD application at 2 Third Street for new single-family home, well, and septic
• Case 2021-57: Design review subdivision and preliminary site plan at 11 Indian Rock Road for 45 townhome units
• Case 2021-58: Preliminary site plan at 39 Roulston Road for two-story addition to Windham Woods school and parking expansion
• Case 2021-59: Minor final subdivision at 29, 21, 39 Enterprise Drive to deed a lot to the Town of Windham

The Technical Review Committee (TRC) met on December 2, 2021, to review five development applications and one pre-application. The cases included a minor final subdivision at 11 Indian Rock Road, a major WPOD application at 2 Third Street, a design review subdivision and preliminary site plan at 11 Indian Rock Road, a preliminary site plan at 39 Roulston Road, a minor final subdivision at 29, 21, and 39 Enterprise Drive, and a pre-application for a 16-lot subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road. The TRC provided comments and suggestions on each case, with no final decisions made at this meeting.

• Reviewed Case 2021-55, a minor final subdivision and WWPD special permit for 2 Range Road, with comments from the Windham PD, FD, and Conservation Commission.
• Reviewed Case 2021-56, a major WPOD application for 2 Third Street, with comments on flooding and driveway surface.
• Reviewed Case 2021-57, a design review subdivision and preliminary site plan for 11 Indian Rock Road, with comments on traffic, drainage, and historic preservation.
• Reviewed Case 2021-58, a preliminary site plan for 39 Roulston Road, with comments on traffic and drainage.
• Reviewed Case 2021-59, a minor final subdivision for 29, 21, and 39 Enterprise Drive, with no comments from the Conservation Commission.
• Discussed a pre-application for a 16-lot subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road, with comments on road length, drainage, and wetland impacts.

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review previously opened cases, including a conceptual site plan for 1 & 3 Sharma Way and a major preliminary site plan for a new commercial building at 70-72 Range Road. They will also consider a new minor subdivision application at 17 Indian Rock Road. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Case 2021-38: Conceptual Site Plan for 1 & 3 Sharma Way (Gateway Park Master Plan alternative)
• Case 2021-40: Major Preliminary Site Plan for 70-72 Range Road – new 7,068 SF multi-tenant commercial building
• Case 2021-54: Final Minor Subdivision at 17 Indian Rock Road – add 7,843 sq. ft. to lot 11-A-545
• Minutes approval for 9/15/21, 10/06/21, 10/20/21, & 11/03/21

The board voted 6-0 to continue Case 2021-38 (1 & 3 Sharma Way) to January 19, 2022, pending zoning questions. It closed the preliminary site plan for Case 2021-40 (70-72 Range Road) after hearing public concerns about buffer and use. It approved the minor subdivision for Case 2021-54 (17 Indian Rock Road) contingent on staff satisfaction with the Keach-Nordstrom memo. It also recommended releasing the Winslow Road bond for $24,831.60.

• Continued Case 2021-38 (Sharma Way) to January 19, 2022, 7:00 pm, 6-0.
• Closed Case 2021-40 (Range Road) as a preliminary site plan, 6-0.
• Approved Case 2021-54 (Indian Rock Road) minor subdivision, contingent on Keach-Nordstrom memo items, 6-0.
• Recommended releasing Winslow Road bond of $24,831.60 to Board of Selectmen, 5-0-1 (Partington abstained).
• Adjourned at 10:01 pm, 6-0.

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee will consider a pre-application for a 10,200-square-foot medical office building on Pad B of the Gateway Park Master Plan at 1 Sharma Road. The applicant seeks design review and major final site plan approval. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Pre-application for 10,200 sq ft medical office building at 1 Sharma Road (Parcel 18-L-300)
• Zone: Professional Business and Technology District and Watershed Protection Overlay District
• Applicant: Karl Dubay of Dubay Group, Inc. for Angle Wood Pond Realty Trust
• Approval of minutes from October 5 and November 10, 2021 meetings

The Design Review Subcommittee held a pre-application discussion for a 10,200 square foot medical office building at 1 Sharma Road (Parcel 18-L-300) in the Gateway Park Master Plan. No formal decisions were made; the applicant received feedback on landscaping, lighting, architecture, and signage. The committee will discuss the proposal again on December 8, 2021.

• Approved October 5, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 10, 2021 minutes (3-0, two abstentions)

Select Board

The Board will consider requests for building permits on private roads at Allen Road and Coburn Road. The agenda also includes a request for a sole source bid waiver for woodwork repairs at Searles School & Chapel.

• Building permit requests for Lot 13J-50, Allen Road and Lot 13D-600A, Coburn Road
• Partial bond release of $32,257.50 for Lot 20-2300, Burnham Road
• Bid waiver request for interior woodwork repair/refinishing at Searles School & Chapel

The Windham Board of Selectmen unanimously approved waiving the bid process to allow a sole-source vendor for refinishing interior woodwork at Searles School & Chapel, funded by a $10,000 Moose Plate grant and a $10,000 private donation. The board then awarded the contract to Palmer Innovative Production for an amount not to exceed $13,185.78. They also approved building permits on private roads for lots 13J-50 and 13E-600A, a partial bond release of $32,257.50 to Dukenzbret LLC, a revised Town Administrator job description, and a motion to join a class action lawsuit regarding opioids. No decisions were made regarding the Greenway Trail beaver issue, which was discussed at length.

• Approved waiver of bid process for Searles School woodwork refinishing (unanimous).
• Awarded bid to Palmer Innovative Production for $13,185.78 (unanimous).
• Approved building permits on private roads for lots 13J-50 and 13E-600A (unanimous).
• Released $32,257.50 of bond to Dukenzbret LLC, retaining $41,132.70 (unanimous).
• Approved revised Town Administrator job description (unanimous).
• Approved joining class action lawsuit regarding opioids (unanimous).
• Unsealed non-public minutes from 5/9/05, 8/8/05, 11/21/05, and 12/15/11 (approved 4/0).

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on three cases, including a request for a variance to build 100 two-bedroom townhomes at 55 Range Road, a use not allowed in the current zoning districts. The board will also consider a continuance for a fence violation appeal and a variance for a pool shed. After the hearing, the board will review minutes and discuss by-law updates.

• Case #55-2021: Continuance requested for fence violation appeal at 164 Range Road
• Case #56-2021: Variance for pool shed at 53 Sheffield Street (9'5" side, 10'7" rear vs 15' required)
• Case #57-2021: Variance for 100 two-bedroom townhomes in fourplexes at 55 Range Road/1-3 Sharma Way
• Review and approve minutes from 10/26/21 and 11/9/21

Select Board

The Board authorized the town administrator to sign a contract with MRI to manage recruitment for the town administrator position, with a salary up to $130,000 (excluding next year's 2% COLA). The Board also reduced the Library budget by $20,000, funding a brick project from the Property Maintenance Trust, and made the request for a new police officer a separate warrant article. In non-public session, the Board voted to hire a firefighter candidate and authorized signing the Windham-Salem operations agreement.

• Authorized Town Administrator to sign contract with MRI for recruitment services (unanimous).
• Reduced Library budget by $20,000, with brick project funded from Property Maintenance Trust (4-1, Simmons opposed).
• Made request for new police officer a separate warrant article (3-2, Simmons and Breton opposed).
• Hired firefighter candidate at Step Two of pay grade, effective March 1, 2022 (unanimous).
• Authorized Town Administrator to sign operations agreement with Salem (unanimous).
• Entered non-public session under RSA 91-A:3-II b, c, e (unanimous).
• Concurred with registering town as party to opioid settlement (no formal vote recorded).

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is reviewing a ZBA case for a proposed 100 two-bedroom townhomes at 55 Range Road, aka 1-3 Sharma Way, which requires variance relief from zoning sections 603.1.1 and 614.2. The commission will also review an Eagle Scout sign project at Fosters Pond and approve meeting minutes from several prior dates.

• ZBA Case #57-2021: 100 two-bedroom townhomes in fourplexes at 55 Range Road, aka 1-3 Sharma Way, applicant The Dubay Group, owner Angle Wood Pond Realty Trust, Inc.
• Variance relief requested from Sections 603.1.1 & 614.2 for residential use in PBT and RDA zones
• Eagle Scout/Fosters Pond sign project review
• Meeting minutes review and approval for 6/24, 8/12, 9/9, 9/23, 10/14, 10/28/21

The Windham Conservation Commission met on November 18, 2021, with three members present. They reviewed Sam Walden's Eagle Scout project to replace trail markers and install sign posts, and Vice Chair Morris signed the necessary paperwork. The Commission discussed ZBA Case #57-2021 for a proposed townhome development at 55 Range Road, but took no action, continuing the discussion. They also discussed upcoming field cutting at Campbell Farm, deferred approval of several past meeting minutes due to lack of quorum, and reviewed bridge repairs needed in the Foster's Pond area. The meeting adjourned at 8:05 PM.

• Signed paperwork for Sam Walden's Eagle Scout trail marker and sign post project.
• Discussed ZBA Case #57-2021 (townhomes at 55 Range Road) but took no formal action.
• Deferred approval of minutes from 6/24, 8/12, 9/9, 9/23, 10/14, 10/28/21 due to lack of quorum.
• Discussed potential bridge repairs in Foster's Pond area, including on Dave Dunn trail, Pond Loop, and Esker trail.
• Adjourned at 8:05 PM by motion, seconded, and passed 3-0.

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will consider several site plans and special permits, including a major final site plan for an 18-unit senior housing development at 5 Bissell Camp Road. The board will also review new applications for commercial development, watershed permits, and a conceptual plan for a 57-unit duplex development. One applicant has requested a continuance to December 15, 2021.

• Case 2021-17: Major Final Site Plan for 18 senior housing units at 5 Bissell Camp Road (27.5 acres)
• Case 2021-49: 3,600 sq.ft. commercial building at 154 Rockingham Road (continuance requested)
• Case 2021-48: Conceptual plan for 57-unit duplex development at 47 North Lowell Road
• Case 2021-47: WWPD special permit for temporary driveway and shed at 6 Thorndike Road
• Case 2021-53: WWPD special permit for grading and shed at 28 Bear Hill Rd

The Windham Planning Board denied Case 2021-17, a major final site plan for 18 age-restricted housing units at 5 Bissell Camp Road, citing potential negative impact on abutting property values. The board also approved a WWPD special permit for the project, but the overall site plan was denied. Other actions included approving several WWPD/WPOD permits and discussing the master plan process.

• Denied Case 2021-17 (18-unit age-restricted housing) on diminution of value grounds (4-3)
• Approved WWPD special permit for Case 2021-17, conditional on site plan approval (6-1)
• Approved Case 2021-47 (WWPD special permit, 6 Thorndike Rd) with restoration condition (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-53 (WWPD special permit, 28 Bear Hill Rd) with no vehicle storage condition (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-50 (WPOD permit, 46 Turtle Rock Rd) with conditions (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-51 (WPOD permit, 24 Horseshoe Rd) with erosion control conditions (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-52 (WPOD permit, 28 First St) with conditions (7-0)
• Directed staff to research master plan consultant costs (7-0)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees voted unanimously to move forward with a potential new trustee after discussion. They also confirmed a $13,850 woodwork bid for both rooms and will request Board of Selectmen approval on Nov 29. The slate roof repair quote is $1,000 for 20 slates. No other formal decisions were made; several items were postponed or are pending follow-up.

• Unanimously voted to move forward with a potential new trustee
• Confirmed $13,850 woodwork bid for both rooms
• Will request BOS approval for woodwork and back door replacement on Nov 29
• Received $1,000 quote for slate roof repair (20 slates at $50 each)
• Approved offering Feb 14-20, 2022 to Windham Actors Guild with same payment terms as two years ago
• Set $300 rate for DEI Group
• Postponed approval of previous meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will review a presentation of the proposed 2022 Town Budget. The board will also discuss the recruitment process for the Town Administrator position.

• Presentation of the proposed 2022 Town Budget
• Discussion regarding the Town Administrator recruitment process
• Bid awards for winter sand and winter salt
• Right-of-Way request for trailer storage at 57 Bear Hill Road

The Windham Select Board denied BC Landscaping's request to continue storing equipment in the Bear Hill Road cul-de-sac, voting 4-1 to require removal within two days and use the $1,500 bond for spring restoration. The board also awarded winter sand and salt bids, approved a $7,700 bond release, and discussed the 2022 town budget of $18,120,828, a 5.779% increase. In non-public session, the board hired a Planner/Assistant Director and approved hiring a consultant for PFOS remediation.

• Denied BC Landscaping's right-of-way request for Bear Hill Road cul-de-sac; ordered removal within 2 days (4-1)
• Awarded winter sand bid to Plourde Sand & Gravel at $13.43/ton (unanimous)
• Awarded salt bid to Granite State Mineral at $72.60/ton (4-1)
• Approved release of $7,700 bond to Range Road Estates (unanimous)
• Issued proclamation for Small Business Saturday (unanimous)
• Allowed fire pit use on Town Common for Hanukkah event on 11/29 (unanimous)
• Hired candidate for Planner/Assistant Director at Grade 20, Step 3 (5-0, non-public)
• Approved hiring Wilcox and Barton for PFOS well exploration (4-0-1, non-public)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review meeting minutes, receive a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Committee presentation including appointment of a chair, discuss the Master Plan, and consider zoning amendments for the 2022 Town Meeting. The agenda includes both routine approvals and substantive policy discussions.

• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Committee presentation and appointment of chair
• Discussion of Zoning Amendments for 2022 Town Meeting
• Master Plan discussion
• Review and approval of minutes from 10-13-21 and 10-20-21

The Windham Planning Board voted 6-0 to adopt the 2022-23 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) as presented. The board also discussed the draft Master Plan Land Use Chapter, with members disagreeing on process and content, but no decision was made on the chapter. The meeting was primarily a workshop, with the only formal votes being the CIP adoption and approval of CIP minutes.

• Adopted 2022-23 CIP plan (6-0)
• Approved CIP minutes as presented (6-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Technical Review Committee is meeting to review four permit applications, all submitted by Joe Maynard of Benchmark LLC on behalf of property owners. The requests involve a wetland special permit and three watershed overlay district permits for construction, demolition, and drainage work. These are technical reviews ahead of public hearings.

• Case 2021-53: WWPD Special Permit for grading and shed at 28 Bear Hill Rd
• Case 2021-50: Major WPOD Permit for addition and garage at 46 Turtle Rock Rd
• Case 2021-51: Major WPOD Permit to raze and rebuild home at 24 Horseshoe Rd
• Case 2021-52: Major WPOD Permit to raze and rebuild home at 28 First Street

The Technical Review Committee met to review four special permit applications, all submitted by Joe Maynard of Benchmark LLC on behalf of property owners. No decisions were made at this meeting; the committee only gathered comments from town departments and the Conservation Commission. All applications were forwarded for Planning Board consideration.

• Reviewed Case 2021-53: WWPD Special Permit for grading and shed at 28 Bear Hill Rd — no objections from town departments or Conservation Commission
• Reviewed Case 2021-50: Major WPOD Permit for addition, garage, and drainage at 46 Turtle Rock Rd — no objections; Conservation Commission noted reduced impervious surface
• Reviewed Case 2021-51: Major WPOD Permit to raze and rebuild home at 24 Horseshoe Rd — no objections; Conservation Commission requested notification of site walks
• Reviewed Case 2021-52: Major WPOD Permit to raze and rebuild home at 28 First Street — no objections; Conservation Commission noted no concerns

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several energy-related items, including the path forward for Community Power Aggregation, a review of a residential energy efficiency presentation, and the status of the street lighting upgrade project. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and is open to the public with COVID-19 precautions.

• Community Power Aggregation (CPA) organization path forward
• Review of Residential Energy Efficiency Implementation presentation
• Status of Windham Street Lighting upgrade project
• Approval of September 29, 2021 meeting minutes

The Local Energy Committee approved the September 29 minutes (5-0-1) and discussed two major initiatives. Allen Reed presented on joining the NH Community Power Coalition; the committee urged continued contact and assigned Mark Kovacs to gather electricity consumption data. John Klyop reported that replacing 73 Eversource streetlights with LEDs could cut monthly costs from about $510 to $236, with a $100 rebate per lamp; the committee will seek quotes and meet with Liberty Utilities. Joel Taft's updated Residential Energy Efficiency Guide was reviewed, with volunteers adding introductory material.

• Approved September 29, 2021 minutes (5-0-1)
• Urged continued contact with NH Community Power Coalition and data gathering on CPA savings
• Directed Mark Kovacs to contact Eversource for town electricity consumption data
• Planned meeting with Liberty Utilities to assess LED streetlight costs
• Agreed to obtain quotes from Eversource-approved LED suppliers
• Volunteers to add intro material and hyperlinks to Residential Energy Efficiency Guide
• Adjourned at 7:13 PM (6-0)

Museum Trustees

The Windham Museum Trustees are meeting to discuss updates on Campbell artifacts, camera acquisition, and a strategy for cataloging museum artifacts using catalogit.app. They will also plan for the museum opening and discuss potential updates to the museum's website. The agenda is routine and contains no votes or financial decisions.

• Update on Campbell artifacts
• Update on camera acquisition
• Discussion of cataloging strategy using catalogit.app
• Museum opening planning
• Discussion of website updates for windhamnhmuseum.com

The Windham Museum Trustees met and discussed several operational matters, including relocating artifacts, purchasing a camera, and planning cataloging workshops. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed 5-0.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)
• Discussed relocating Campbell Farm artifacts to museum
• Submitted ~$1,700 invoice for camera and accessories
• Scheduled cataloging workshops for Dec 8 and Jan 9
• Planned to develop artifact location system
• Discussed recruiting high school volunteers for data entry

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four cases: three variance requests (two for undersized lots on Range Road and Third Street, one for a garage setback on Fish Road) and one appeal of an administrative decision regarding unpermitted work. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from October 26, 2021, and receive staff updates.

• Case #51-2021: Variance to create two lots with 102 ft frontage where 175 ft required at 155 Range Road
• Case #52-2021: Variance for garage setbacks and lot size at 13 Fish Road (27,500 sq ft lot vs 50,000 required)
• Case #53-2021: Variance for new dwelling within setbacks on 9,540 sq ft lot at 2 Third Street
• Case #54-2021: Appeal of administrative decision on unpermitted work in WWPD at 155 Range Road
• Review and approval of 10/26/21 meeting minutes

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved three variance requests and denied one appeal. It granted variances for two building lots at 155 Range Road (Case #51-2021), a detached garage at 13 Fish Road (Case #52-2021), and a new single-family dwelling at 2 Third Street (Case #53-2021). The board denied the appeal of an administrative decision regarding unpermitted work within the WWPD at 155 Range Road (Case #54-2021), upholding the town's enforcement action.

• Granted variance for two building lots at 155 Range Road, each with 102 feet of frontage where 175 feet is required (5-0)
• Denied appeal of administrative decision for unpermitted work at 155 Range Road, upholding the town's decision (5-0)
• Granted variance for detached garage at 13 Fish Road, allowing reduced setbacks and lot size, with condition it not be used as dwelling (5-0)
• Granted variance for new single-family dwelling at 2 Third Street, allowing reduced setbacks on a 9,540 sq ft lot (4-1)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss applications and permits, including a demolition/substantial renovation request and updates on the Historic District at 10 Depot Road. They will also review current business such as warrant articles for 2022, the 2021 budget expenditure, and potential projects for 2023. The meeting includes updates from planning, technical review, and design review committees.

• Demolition/Substantial Ren. (719) - none
• Historic District (608): 10 Depot Road, Indian Rock plaque update, Depot electrification started 6/7, Dinsmore Plaque HD sign, Town Common Beautification
• Warrant articles for 2022 – due date December
• 2021 Budget expenditure review
• Watch List: Cobbett's Pond bridge, 88 Range-Robert Armstrong 'West' House

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission approved the wording for a historic site sign at London Bridge Causeway and authorized its purchase, along with a sign for the Governor Dinsmoor Historic District. They also approved minutes from three prior meetings and allocated funds for stone wall restoration. No major land-use decisions were made; most items were updates or approvals.

• Approved motion to allow Frank Farmer to ask School Board for permission to place historic site sign on school property (5-0)
• Approved London Bridge Causeway sign wording as presented (5-0)
• Authorized Frank Farmer to purchase signs for London Bridge Causeway and Governor Dinsmoor Historic District (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 7th meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 2nd meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 22nd budget meeting (4-0, Saffie abstained)
• Agreed to initial budget of ~$200 for Peter Gumaskas film project

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will consider several site plan applications, including a major final site plan for 68 residential duplex units at 86 Rockingham Road, and continue review of previously opened cases for a medical office building and a multi-tenant commercial building. The board will also fill a vacant seat and review sign permits and minutes.

• Case 2021-46: Major Final Site Plan and WWPD Special Permit for 68 duplex units at 86 Rockingham Road (114 acres)
• Case 2021-39: Major Preliminary Site Plan for 10,200 sq ft medical office building at 1 Sharma Road (Gateway Park Pad B)
• Case 2021-40: Major Preliminary Site Plan for 7,068 sq ft multi-tenant commercial building at 70-72 Range Road
• Case 2021-38: Conceptual Site Plan for alternative Gateway Park Master Plan at 1 & 3 Sharma Road
• Sign Permit 2021-19: Walker's Woods freestanding sign

The Windham Planning Board held a public hearing on November 3, 2021, and continued three major cases to future meetings. Case 2021-38, a conceptual plan for townhouses at 1 & 3 Sharma Road, was continued to December 1. Case 2021-39, a preliminary site plan for a medical office at 1 Sharma Road, was closed and will be considered later. Case 2021-40, a preliminary site plan for 70-72 Range Road, was continued to December 1. Case 2021-46, a final site plan for 86 Rockingham Road, was continued to December 15. The board also approved a sign permit and several sets of meeting minutes.

• Continued Case 2021-38 (conceptual site plan, 1 & 3 Sharma Road) to December 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Closed Case 2021-39 (major preliminary site plan, 1 Sharma Road) after discussion (7-0)
• Continued Case 2021-40 (major preliminary site plan, 70-72 Range Road) to December 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Continued Case 2021-46 (major final site plan, 86 Rockingham Road) to December 15, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved sign permit for 70-72 Range Road (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 7-21-21, 8-18-21, 8-25-21, 9-1-21, 9-15-21, 9-22-21, 10-6-21, and 10-2-21 (various votes)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will meet to consider several items, including a request to sell a town-owned parcel on Elm Street, approval of bid exceptions for computer purchases and fire department equipment, and a discussion on potential uses of Fiscal Recovery Funds. The meeting also includes a non-public session to discuss personnel matters.

• Request to sell Town parcel 21V-245 (Elm Street)
• Bid exception to use State bid for computer purchases
• Bid exception to use consortium contracts for power lift systems and filters
• Discussion on Fiscal Recovery Funds and potential uses

The Board awarded a $4 million Tax Anticipation Note (TAN) to Bank of New England at 0.50% interest, after initially voting for Northway Bank and then reconsidering. The Board also approved waiving the bid process for fire department equipment purchases, including power load systems and air filtration, and authorized up to $7,000 for vaccination clinic overtime. Additionally, the Board agreed to begin the process of selling town-owned lot 21V-245 at 13 Elm Street, with a deed restriction against permanent structures.

• Awarded $4M TAN to Bank of New England (4-1, McLeod opposed)
• Waived bid process for power load systems from Striker, $86,591.63 (unanimous)
• Waived bid process for air filtration from Greenwood, $10,617 (unanimous)
• Approved up to $7,000 for Fire Dept vaccination clinic overtime (unanimous)
• Consensus to begin selling lot 21V-245 at 13 Elm Street with deed restriction
• Assigned Searles Coordinator duties to Recreation Director Haas with $3,500/year stipend (4-0)
• Created Accounting Assistant position Grade 14, moved Parker effective 11/4/2021 (4-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Technical Review Committee is meeting to review three applications: a major final site plan and wetland permit for 68 duplex units on Rockingham Road, a wetland permit for a temporary driveway and shed on Thorndike Road, and a site plan and wetland permit for a commercial building on Rockingham Road. These are technical reviews, not final decisions.

• Case 2021-46: Major Final Site Plan and WWPD Special Permit for 68 residential units in duplex style on 114 acres at 86 Rockingham Road
• Case 2021-47: WWPD Special Permit for temporary driveway, patio, and shed at 6 Thorndike Road
• Case 2021-49: Major Final Site Plan, WWPD Special Permit, and Design Review for 3,600 sq.ft. commercial building at 154 Rockingham Road

The Technical Review Committee met to discuss three cases: a 68-unit duplex development at 86 Rockingham Road, a temporary driveway and shed at 6 Thorndike Road, and a commercial building at 154 Rockingham Road. No votes or final decisions were made; the meeting was advisory, with comments from fire, police, and conservation officials.

• No formal decisions made; all three cases were discussed for technical review
• Case 2021-46: 68-unit duplex proposal at 86 Rockingham Road reviewed; fire chief requested cistern placement and turnaround, police chief requested street name change
• Case 2021-47: WWPD special permit for temporary driveway and shed at 6 Thorndike Road reviewed; no objections noted
• Case 2021-49: Commercial building at 154 Rockingham Road reviewed; conservation commission opposed wetland impacts

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to review several development proposals and variance requests, including a major 68-unit duplex project at 86 Rockingham Road. The agenda includes multiple wetland and watershed protection district applications for residential additions, new homes, and drainage improvements. The commission will also consider four variance requests for lots that do not meet zoning requirements.

• Major Final Site Plan and WWPD Special Permit for 68 residential units at 86 Rockingham Road (Parcel 8-B500)
• WPOD Major Land Development applications for 46 Turtle Rock Rd, 24 Horseshoe Rd, and 28 First Street
• Conceptual site plan for 57-unit duplex development at 47 North Lowell Rd
• Variance requests for 155 Range Road, 13 Fish Road, 2 Third Street, and 53 Sheffield Street
• Major Final Site Plan for 3,600 sq.ft. commercial building at 154 Rockingham Road

The Windham Conservation Commission reviewed several variance requests and site plans, providing comments and recommendations. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily advisory, with the board expressing support or concerns for various proposals. The board also discussed administrative items like trail easements and property maintenance.

• Case #51-2021 (155 Range Road): Board maintained prior comments for ZBA review
• Case #52-2021 (13 Fish Road): Board had no concerns with revised plan
• Case #53-2021 (2 Third Street): Board requested more porous driveway surface added to plan
• Case #56-2021 (53 Sheffield Street): Board had no concerns with pool shed plan
• Case 2021-46 (86 Rockingham Road): Board continued to work with applicant on trail easements
• 46 Turtle Rock Rd: Board appreciated drainage measures and reduction in impervious surface
• 24 Horseshoe Rd: Board requested to be informed of site walks; appreciated infiltration efforts
• 28 First Street: Board had no concerns with plan as presented

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvements Committee subcommittee is meeting to review and finalize the financial plan and to review write-up requirements. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific projects, dollar amounts, or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2021
• Review and finalize the financial plan
• Review write-up requirements

Forestry Committee

The Windham Forestry Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss a warrant article for the 2022 ballot to support operations and maintenance. They will also receive updates on tree farm recertification, invasive species, nest boxes, meadow, and trail access, and begin assessing routes to the McIlvaine cellar hole.

• Warrant article for 2022 ballot to support operations and maintenance
• Tree Farm recertification update
• Invasive species update
• Wood Meadow trail access updates
• Assessing routes to the McIlvaine cellar hole

The Windham Forestry Committee approved a new $7,500 warrant article for the 2022 ballot, and moved forward with recertifying the McIlvaine Town Forest as a Tree Farm. The committee also discussed invasive species eradication, trail access, and a potential $6.1 million bond for land conservation, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved meeting minutes from June 17, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved $7,500 warrant article for 2022 ballot (3-0)
• Approved moving forward with McIlvaine Town Forest Tree Farm recertification (3-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one for an accessory building at 6 Thorndike Road and another for a new home at 7 West Shore Road. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from September and October, and discuss planning sessions and by-law updates.

• Case #49-2021: Variance from Section 601.3 for accessory building in WWPD at 6 Thorndike Road
• Case #50-2021: Variance from Sections 702 & Appendix A for new home on 10,032 sq ft lot (50,000 required), 99 ft frontage (175 required), 13-ft front setback (50 required), 14-ft side setback (30 required), 36-ft shoreland setback (50 required) at 7 West Shore Road
• Review and approve minutes from 9/28/21 and 10/12/21
• Planning sessions and by-law updates

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests. The first allowed an accessory building in the WWPD at 6 Thorndike Road (5-0). The second allowed construction of a new home on an undersized lot at 7 West Shore Road, with conditions on stormwater mitigation and geogrid exploration (3-2). Both approvals are subject to a 30-day appeal period.

• Granted variance for accessory building in WWPD at 6 Thorndike Road (5-0)
• Granted variance for new home at 7 West Shore Road with stormwater mitigation and geogrid exploration conditions (3-2)
• Approved September 28, 2021 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved October 12, 2021 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Adjourned at 10:05pm (5-0)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees held a special meeting and, after a nonpublic session, unanimously agreed to request Dave Sullivan present the revised Searles Coordinator position model to the Board of Selectmen. They also approved minutes from October 5, 2021, and discussed maintenance items including a leaking refrigerator, woodwork bid follow-up, and roof repair coordination. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 5, 2021 (unanimous)
• Requested Dave Sullivan present revised coordinator model to Board of Selectmen (unanimous)
• Entered and exited nonpublic session (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings and discussions on several development applications, including a major site plan for senior housing, a conceptual plan for two commercial properties, and two smaller proposals. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from August and September.

• Case 2021-17: Major Final Site Plan for 18 senior housing units at 5 Bissell Camp Road, with road widening
• Case 2021-41: Conceptual Site Plan for 102 Indian Rock Road and 82 Range Road in Gateway Commercial District
• Case 2021-44: WPOD Major Permit for home addition at 27 First Street
• Case 2021-45: Minor Final Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit to split 2.29 acres at 54 Morrison Road
• Review and approval of minutes from 8-18-21 and 9-22-21

The Windham Planning Board voted 4-3 to continue the major site plan application for 18 senior housing units at 5 Bissell Camp Road to November 17, 2021, to allow time for a third-party survey of a disputed road boundary and stone wall. The board also approved a WWPD special permit for the project (6-1), but a motion to approve the full application failed for lack of a second. Other actions included approving a WPOD major permit at 27 First Street (7-0) and a minor subdivision at 54 Morrison Road (6-0).

• Continued Case 2021-17 (senior housing at 5 Bissell Camp Road) to Nov 17 for third-party survey (4-3)
• Approved WWPD special permit for Case 2021-17 (6-1)
• Motion to approve Case 2021-17 application as presented failed (no second)
• Approved WPOD major permit at 27 First Street (7-0)
• Approved WWPD special permit for Case 2021-45 at 54 Morrison Road (6-0)
• Approved four waivers for Case 2021-45 (6-0)
• Approved Case 2021-45 subdivision with wetland marker condition (6-0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will consider whether to put the Waste Disposal contract out to bid or accept Covanta's offer to extend it, a decision continued from September 27. The Board will also hear a Q3 financial update, discuss Fiscal Recovery Funds uses, and receive a strategic planning update. A request to waive $900 in interest on current use taxes for the Highclere Subdivision is on the agenda.

• Waiver of $900 interest on current use taxes for Highclere Subdivision (Ruby Holdings)
• Decision on Waste Disposal contract: rebid vs. Covanta extension
• Q3 financial update presentation
• Discussion of Fiscal Recovery Funds and potential uses
• Strategic planning update presentation

The Windham Select Board voted 4-0 to extend the town's solid waste removal contract with Covanta, and also voted 4-0 to authorize spending up to $100,000 from Fiscal Recovery funds for fire department equipment, including Power Load systems and ambulance filtration. The board took no action on a request to waive $900 in interest on current use taxes for 5 Highclere Road. It also approved job description amendments for Searles Trustees and a health insurance premium refund distribution.

• Extended solid waste contract with Covanta (4-0)
• Authorized up to $100,000 from Fiscal Recovery funds for fire equipment (4-0)
• Took no action on waiver of $900 interest for 5 Highclere Road
• Approved Searles Trustees job description amendments (4-0)
• Approved distribution of $32,000 health insurance premium refund to employees (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 9/27 as written (3-0-1)
• Entered non-public session for personnel and legal matters
• Voted to extend job offer to firefighter candidate at Step 2 (5-0)

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvements Committee subcommittee is meeting to rank capital projects and schedule an additional meeting to develop the financial plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the ranking of projects.

• Rank capital projects
• Review next steps for financial plan
• Schedule additional meeting for financial plan development
• Approve minutes of October 7, 2021 meeting

The Capital Improvements Committee approved the October 7, 2021 minutes as amended (6-0-1, Mason abstaining) and discussed the historical town/school funding split. Members ranked proposed projects for 2022, with top town projects including a 5-ton truck, Town Hall exterior, road expenditure, small excavator, Greenway, and Town Complex beautification; top school projects included High School exterior wall repair, Center School drop-off redesign, exterior doors, and paving. No final funding decisions were made; ranking contentions will be discussed at the next meeting.

• Approved October 7, 2021 minutes as amended (6-0-1, Mason abstained)
• Ranked 2022 town projects: 5-ton truck, Town Hall exterior, road expenditure, small excavator, Greenway, Town Complex beautification
• Ranked 2022 school projects: High School exterior wall repair, Center School drop-off redesign, exterior doors, paving
• Adjourned (7-0-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Technical Review Committee is meeting to discuss three items: two Watershed Protection Overlay District permit applications and a pre-application discussion for a proposed 57-unit duplex development. The committee will review the applications and provide feedback before any public hearings.

• Case 2021-44: WPOD Major Permit for deck addition at 27 First Street
• Case 2021-45: Minor Final Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit to split 2.29-acre property at 54 Morrison Road
• Pre-application discussion for 57-unit duplex-style development at 47 North Lowell Road

The Technical Review Committee (TRC) reviewed two applications and one pre-application discussion. No formal decisions were made; the TRC provided comments and feedback. The applications include a WPOD Major Permit for an addition at 27 First Street, a Minor Final Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit at 54 Morrison Road, and a pre-application for a 57-unit duplex development at 47 North Lowell Road.

• No formal decisions made; TRC provided comments on Case 2021-44 (WPOD Major Permit, 27 First Street)
• No formal decisions made; TRC provided comments on Case 2021-45 (Minor Final Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit, 54 Morrison Road)
• Pre-application discussion held for 57-unit duplex development at 47 North Lowell Road; no action taken

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including reviewing invoices for trail and bridge repairs, discussing a recommendation letter for a ZBA case, and considering multiple variance and permit applications. The agenda includes public hearings on a variance for an accessory building, a variance for a new home, a major permit for a deck addition, and a minor subdivision. The meeting also includes updates on various projects and routine administrative items.

• Review invoice for Rt. 28 Town Forest trail work and repairs
• Review invoice for Fosters Pond Bridge repairs
• Case #49-2021: Variance for accessory building at 6 Thorndike Road
• Case #50-2021: Variance for new home at 7 West Shore Road
• Case 2021-44: WPOD Major Permit for deck addition at 27 First Street

The Windham Conservation Commission approved invoices for trail work at Route 28 Town Forest ($4,610) and Foster's Pond Bridge repairs ($4,762), both by 4-0 votes. They also voted 4-0 to send a letter of support to the ZBA for a 2-lot subdivision at 155 Range Road, approved $2,000 for mowing at Campbell Farm, and changed the November meeting date to November 18 and the meeting time to 7:00 PM. The meeting included updates on the Greenway Trail flooding, Campbell Farmhouse restoration, and several ZBA/Planning Board cases, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $4,610 invoice for Route 28 Town Forest trail work (4-0)
• Approved $4,762 estimate for Foster's Pond Bridge repairs (4-0)
• Approved letter of support to ZBA for 2-lot subdivision at 155 Range Road (4-0)
• Approved up to $2,000 for mowing at Campbell Farm (4-0)
• Changed November meeting date to November 18, 2021 (4-0)
• Changed meeting time to 7:00 PM starting October 28, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved $950 payment to NH Association of Conservation Commissions (4-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review two Major Watershed Protection Overlay District (WPOD) applications for properties on Armstrong Road, both involving impervious coverage increases that trigger the major application requirement. The board will also discuss an expression of interest in the town selling a lot on Elm Street, review the Master Plan, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Case 2021-30: Major WPOD application at 19 Armstrong Road to reconstruct a rear deck, decreasing impervious coverage from 28.34% to 27.82%
• Case 2021-43: Major WPOD application at 17 Armstrong Road to construct a 289 SF gazebo, increasing impervious coverage from 19.25% to 20.5%
• Expression of interest in town selling lot 21-V-245 on Elm Street
• Master Plan discussion
• Review and approval of minutes from 8-18-21 and 9-22-21

The Windham Planning Board approved two related major WPOD applications for gazebos at 17 and 19 Armstrong Road, each with conditions requiring matting to prevent erosion. The board also voted to recommend against selling Lot 21-V-245, citing the need for multiple variances and potential development concerns. The rest of the meeting was a workshop discussion on the Master Plan update, with no formal decisions made.

• Approved Case 2021-30 (19 Armstrong Road) with matting condition (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-43 (17 Armstrong Road) with matting condition (7-0)
• Recommended not to sell Lot 21-V-245 (6-0-1, Partington abstaining)

Museum Trustees

The Museum Trustees and Conservation Commission discussed managing furniture and items stored in a storage unit from the Campbell Farm. The group discussed sorting items by historical or monetary value and potential options for loaning unneeded pieces to local businesses or public spaces.

• Discussion of sorting Campbell Farm storage unit contents
• Proposal to move non-playable piano to a regular storage unit
• Suggestion to create a photo album subset for inventorying storage items
• Plan for a reconnaissance trip to photograph current storage unit state

The Windham Museum Trustees met with Conservation Commission members to discuss the Campbell Farm artifacts stored in a storage unit. No formal decisions were made; the group discussed sorting the contents, potentially loaning items, and creating an inventory. Jean Manthorne offered to photograph the storage unit's current state.

• No formal decisions made; discussion only on Campbell Farm artifacts

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from August and September 2021.

• Case #48-2021: Variance for a farmer’s porch at 30 Kendall Road
• Case #47-2021: Variance regarding special permit filing and markers at 28 Bear Hill Road
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from 8/10/21, 8/24/21, 9/14/21, and 9/28/21

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a farmer's porch at 30 Kendall Pond Road, allowing it within 24'11" of the side setback where 30 feet is required. The board denied a variance request for 28 Bear Hill Road that would have waived the need for a special permit and wetland markers for filling 13,500 square feet in the WWPD. Both votes were 5-0. The board also approved minutes from three prior meetings.

• Granted variance for farmer's porch at 30 Kendall Pond Road (5-0)
• Denied variance to waive special permit and WWPD markers at 28 Bear Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved August 10, 2021 minutes as amended (4-0-1, Dunn abstained)
• Approved August 24, 2021 minutes as amended (4-0-1, Shea abstained)
• Approved September 14, 2021 minutes as amended (5-0)

Capital Improvements Committee

The CIP Subcommittee will meet to receive and review applicant presentations for various 2022 project proposals. These presentations cover topics ranging from energy infrastructure to vehicle replacements and road maintenance.

• EV Charging Stations proposal from Local Energy Committee
• Nesmith Library Solar PPA proposal
• Road Maintenance and Long Term Highway Equipment proposals
• Replacement of 2007 Mack day tractor at Transfer Station
• Replacement of 2009 Takeuchi loader at Transfer Station

The Capital Improvements Committee heard presentations on several 2022 capital proposals, including electric vehicle charging stations, a solar array for Nesmith Library, a greenway trail, and General Services equipment and Town Hall maintenance. No formal decisions were made on these proposals; the only votes were to approve the previous meeting's minutes and to adjourn.

• Approved September 23, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including proposed warrant articles, a potential property sale, and a list of places to be photographed. The agenda also includes updates from subcommittees and a report on the Town Hall, with time for new business.

• Potential sale of Lot 21-V-245, 11 Elm Street
• Warrant articles to be proposed
• List of places to be photographed
• Correspondence and photos of the Kivikoski house
• African-American Burial Committee update

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Committee voted 6-0 to have no comment or interest in a town-owned property on Elm Street that is being considered for sale. The committee also discussed prioritizing photography of threatened historic sites, publishing vintage photos, and creating member binders, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved motion to respond to town's request with no comment or interest in Elm Street property (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:55pm (4-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review and potentially hold public hearings on several development applications, including previously heard cases for senior housing, workforce housing, and commercial buildings, as well as new cases for medical offices, multi-tenant commercial buildings, and residential projects. The board will also discuss the town's potential sale of a lot on Elm Street and approve meeting minutes.

• Case 2021-17: 18-unit senior housing at 5 Bissell Camp Road (27.5 acres)
• Case 2021-32: 15-unit workforce housing at 155 Range Road
• Case 2021-34: 10,200 sq ft office building at 71 Rockingham Road
• Case 2021-39: 10,200 sq ft medical office building at 1 Sharma Road
• Expression of interest in town selling lot 21-V-245 on Elm Street

The Windham Planning Board approved a major WPOD application to raze and rebuild a single-family home at 23 Farmer Road, with conditions including a DES shoreline permit and porous pavers. The board denied a WWPD special permit for an 18-unit senior housing development at 5 Bissell Camp Road, with a 3-3 vote, and continued the case. It also approved a warehouse at 71 Rockingham Road with conditions, and closed a design review for workforce housing at 155 Range Road without approval.

• Approved Case 2021-42, new home at 23 Farmer Road, with conditions (6-0)
• Denied WWPD special permit for 18-unit senior housing at 5 Bissell Camp Road (3-3)
• Continued Case 2021-17 to October 20th (6-0)
• Approved WWPD special permit for warehouse at 71 Rockingham Road (6-0)
• Approved Case 2021-34, warehouse at 71 Rockingham Road, with cupolas (5-1)
• Closed design review for workforce housing at 155 Range Road (6-0)
• Continued Cases 2021-38, 39, 40 to November 3rd (6-0)
• Continued Case 2021-41 to October 20th (6-0)

Design Review Committee

The Windham Planning Board Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review a design review application for a proposed 10,200 sq. ft. office building at 71 Rockingham Road. The applicant, Karl Dubay of the Dubay Group Inc., LLC, representing property owner 71 Rockingham LLC-Neil Madden, Mgr., seeks approval for the building, which will include 12 parking spaces, an access road, drainage, septic system, landscaping, and other site improvements. The property is in the Professional Business and Technology (PBT) zone and the Rt. 28 Access Management Overlay District, and is on the Historic Resource List.

• Case 2021-34: Major Final Site Plan Application, WWPD Special Permit, Design Review Regulations Application
• Proposed 10,200 sq. ft. office building for office and commercial use
• 12 parking spaces, access road, drainage, septic system, landscaping
• Property at 71 Rockingham Road (Parcel 8-C-20) in PBT zone and Rt. 28 Access Management Overlay District
• Property is on the Historic Resource List

The Design Review Committee met to discuss a design review application for a proposed 10,200 sq. ft. office building at 71 Rockingham Road. No formal decisions were made; the committee provided recommendations and feedback on the design, including breaking up the façade, adding carriage-style garage doors, and cleaning up the historic pond. The applicant indicated he would adjust snow storage areas shown over landscaping.

• No formal decisions made; discussion only
• Applicant agreed to adjust snow storage areas over landscaping
• Recommended breaking up the 168-ft façade every 30 ft per design standards
• Recommended carriage-style garage doors for street-facing doors
• Recommended cleaning up the historic pond as a gateway amenity

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees reviewed and unanimously agreed to present the Searles Coordinator and Part-Time On-Call Searles Attendant job descriptions to the Board of Selectmen, potentially at the 10/18/21 BoS meeting. The board also approved minutes from 9/21/2021 and 9/29/2021, and discussed several action items including woodwork restoration, rear door replacement, and marketing options. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved presenting Searles Coordinator and Part-Time On-Call Searles Attendant job descriptions to BoS (unanimous)
• Approved 9/21/2021 meeting minutes (5 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved 9/29/2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Delayed contacting Trent Saunders regarding marketing options

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting public site walks for two upcoming development projects. The first involves a workforce housing proposal at 155 Range Road, and the second concerns a commercial building at 154 Rockingham Road.

• Site walk: 155 Range Road (Parcel 22-R-1) at 8:30am
• Site walk: 154 Rockingham Road (Parcel 8-B-6200) at 9:30am
• Case 2021-32: Workforce housing design review for fifteen single family detached homes at 155 Range Road
• Case 2021-35: Major Preliminary Site Plan for a 3,600 sq.ft. commercial building at 154 Rockingham Road

The Planning Board conducted site walks at 155 Range Road and 154 Rockingham Road on October 2, 2021. Discussions covered driveway, culvert, wetland, and drainage concerns at both locations. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meetings were informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at either site walk

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board's Technical Review Committee is meeting to prepare for upcoming public hearings on six development cases. These include conceptual and preliminary site plans for commercial and medical buildings, as well as watershed protection overlay district applications for residential projects. The board will discuss these items before the public hearings scheduled for October 6 and 13, 2021.

• Case 2021-39: Major Preliminary Site Plan for a 10,200 sq ft medical office building at 1 Sharma Road
• Case 2021-40: Major Preliminary Site Plan for a 7,068 sq ft multi-tenant commercial building at 70-72 Range Road
• Case 2021-42: Major WPOD application to raze and rebuild a home at 23 Farmer Road
• Case 2021-43: Major WPOD application for a 289 sq ft gazebo at 17 Armstrong Road
• Case 2021-30: Major WPOD application to reconstruct a rear deck at 19 Armstrong Road

The Technical Review Committee met to discuss seven development cases, including conceptual and preliminary site plans for commercial and residential projects. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting served as a consultation to gather feedback from town departments and committees. Cases 2021-43 and 2021-30 were scheduled for a future hearing on 10/13/21.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this meeting
• Case 2021-43 (17 Armstrong Road) scheduled for hearing on 10/13/21
• Case 2021-30 (19 Armstrong Road) scheduled for hearing on 10/13/21

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees discussed options for filling the vacant coordinator position, which has received zero applicants in the past month. They considered a new model splitting the role into three components: marketing, open/close attendant, and scheduling coordinator. No formal decision was made; the town administrator will provide revised job descriptions for review at a special meeting on October 5, 2021.

• Discussed splitting coordinator position into marketing, open/close, and scheduling components
• Agreed to review revised job descriptions at special meeting on October 5, 2021
• Noted zero applicants for coordinator position in past month
• Discussed contracting with Wellington cleaning for event close duties

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to discuss a potential response to a Request for Proposals regarding Direct Current Fast Charging Infrastructure. This item stems from the New Hampshire VW Environmental Mitigation Trust.

• Discussion of RFP # NH-VW-2021-01 for Direct Current Fast Charging Infrastructure
• Approval of August 17, 2021, meeting minutes

The Local Energy Committee discussed a state RFP for EV charging stations but took no formal action, concluding the Town could not feasibly submit a proposal. Members agreed to explore supporting a commercial entity's response and to inquire about Town-owned land use. The meeting also included approval of prior minutes and an update on LED streetlighting discussions.

• Approved August 17, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Discussed NH VW Environmental Mitigation Trust EV charging RFP; no action taken
• Agreed to contact fast-food franchise owner about RFP
• Agreed to ask Town Administrator about LEC support for commercial RFP response and Town-owned land feasibility

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five variance requests, all involving properties in Residential A or Rural districts within the Waterfront/Watershed Protection District (WWPD). The requests seek relief from lot size, frontage, setback, and building size requirements to replace, expand, or add to dwellings. The board will also review minutes from its September 14 meeting and discuss planning sessions and legislative updates.

• 24 Horseshoe Road: replace nonconforming dwelling, expand from 800 to 3,440 sq ft, lot 26,450 sq ft (50,000 required), no frontage (175 ft required), encroach into 30-ft side and 50-ft lakeside setbacks, redevelop within 100-ft buffer
• 13 Fish Road: build detached garage 20 ft from front lot line (50 required), 10 ft from side (30 required), lot 27,500 sq ft (50,000 required), frontage 117.5 ft (175 required)
• 28 First Street: raze seasonal dwelling, build year-round home, expand from 890 to 1,131 sq ft, lot 5,739 sq ft (50,000 required), frontage 50 ft (175 required), setbacks 45 ft front (50 required) and 1/7.5 ft sides (30 required)
• 46 Turtle Rock Road: add to dwelling, expand from 1,788 to 2,455 sq ft, lot 13,959 sq ft (50,000 required), frontage 88 ft (175 required), front setback 30 ft (50 required), side 21 ft (30 required), Cobbett's Pond setback 27 ft (50 required)
• 28 Bear Hill Road: fill 13,500 sq ft within WWPD for yard and locate shed within WWPD

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved five variance requests and denied one. Approved: a 200 sq ft accessory structure at 17 Armstrong Road (5-0), a dwelling replacement at 24 Horseshoe Road (4-1), a dwelling replacement at 28 First Street (5-0), an addition and garage at 46 Turtle Rock Road (5-0), and a yard/shed at 28 Bear Hill Road (4-0-1). Denied: a detached garage at 13 Fish Road (5-0).

• Approved variance for 200 sq ft accessory structure at 17 Armstrong Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for dwelling replacement at 24 Horseshoe Road (4-1, Dunn dissenting)
• Denied variance for detached garage at 13 Fish Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for dwelling replacement at 28 First Street (5-0)
• Approved variance for addition and garage at 46 Turtle Rock Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for yard fill and shed at 28 Bear Hill Road (4-0-1, Vice Chair Shea abstained)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will hold a public hearing on accepting a portion of Weston Road as a town road, and consider accepting a $6,000 Homeland Security grant for the Police Department. The board will also discuss several contract extensions for services like waste disposal, snow removal, and groundskeeping, plus decide on two building permit fee refunds.

• Public hearing on accepting Weston Road from station 0+00 to 10+00.00 as a town road
• Acceptance of $6,000 Homeland Security grant for Police Department
• Consideration of two building permit fee refunds: $284.20 and $217
• Consideration of contract extensions for waste disposal, snow/ice removal, catch basin cleaning ($165/basin), roadside mowing, and groundskeeping
• Discussion on replacing trees removed during Route 111 By-Pass water line construction

The Windham Select Board denied a Conservation Commission request to build an 8-foot-wide trail over the town's 50-foot right-of-way between 18 and 20 Settlers Ridge Road, after abutters raised privacy and traffic concerns. The board also approved an independent engineering inspection of Weston Road, capped at $5,000, and continued the road acceptance public hearing to a date uncertain. Several contract extensions were approved, but a five-year waste disposal contract extension with Covanta failed on a 2-2 vote.

• Denied trail construction over 50' right-of-way between 18 and 20 Settlers Ridge Road (unanimous)
• Approved independent engineer inspection of Weston Road, cost not to exceed $5,000; continued public hearing (unanimous)
• Accepted $6,000 Homeland Security grant for police equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $192 refund to Crossing Life Church for tent fee; denied $284.20 greenhouse fee refund (unanimous)
• Approved Health and Safety Policy amendments (unanimous)
• Approved contract extensions: snow/ice removal, catch basin cleaning, roadside mowing, janitorial, groundskeeping (unanimous)
• Failed waste disposal contract extension with Covanta (2-2)
• Approved changes to Code Enforcement/Zoning Administrator and CDD Administrative Assistant job descriptions (unanimous)

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvements Committee heard presentations on capital improvement plans for 2022-2029 from the Fire Department, Town Center Beautification Committee, and School District. No formal decisions were made on these plans; the committee only assigned members to write summaries. The meeting minutes from August 11, 2021 were approved.

• Approved August 11, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0-1, Matt Rounds abstained)
• Assigned summary writing duties for capital improvement projects

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to review five variance requests (Cases #43-2021 through #47-2021) and four planning board cases (2021-38 through 2021-42), all involving properties in watershed protection districts. The commission will also discuss the Collaborative Service Initiative Project and approve minutes from the September 9 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Variance Case #43-2021: 24 Horseshoe Road, expand nonconforming dwelling from 800 to 3,440 sq ft, rebuild boathouse, reduce setbacks
• Variance Case #44-2021: 13 Fish Road, construct detached garage with reduced setbacks and frontage
• Variance Case #45-2021: 28 First Street, replace seasonal dwelling with year-round home, increase size
• Variance Case #46-2021: 46 Turtle Rock Road, add to dwelling and construct garage, reduce setbacks
• Planning Case 2021-39: 1 Sharma Road, 10,200 sq ft medical office building at Gateway Park

The Windham Conservation Commission met on Sept 23, 2021, and discussed multiple variance requests and site plans, but took no formal votes on any of them. The board tabled the Collaborative Service Initiative Project until the next meeting. They also discussed removing two alternate members to find more active participants. No decisions were made on the applications presented.

• Tabled Collaborative Service Initiative Project until next meeting
• Discussed removing 2 alternate members from the Board
• No vote taken on Case #43-2021 (24 Horseshoe Road variance)
• No vote taken on Case #44-2021 (13 Fish Road variance)
• No vote taken on Case #45-2021 (28 First Street variance)
• No vote taken on Case #46-2021 (46 Turtle Rock Road variance)
• No vote taken on Case #47-2021 (28 Bear Hill Road variance)
• No vote taken on PB cases 2021-38 through 2021-42

Joint Loss Management Committee

The Joint Loss Management Committee unanimously endorsed a proposed amendment to its Rules of Procedure, prompted by a recent State Safety Audit. The amendment now requires approval by the Board of Selectmen. The committee also approved the minutes from its February 8, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of 2/8/21 (5-0)
• Endorsed amendment to JLMC Rules of Procedure (6-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Heritage Commission will review expenditures from the 2021 budget. The body is also scheduled to discuss and vote on the proposed 2022 budget.

• 2021 Budget Expenditure Review
• Proposed 2022 HD/HC budget discussion and vote

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Committee approved its draft budget for the upcoming fiscal year and voted to send it to the Board of Selectmen. The budget discussion included renaming a line item to 'Historic Events' and considering increased funding for historic signs. The committee also discussed but did not decide on funding for a potential Indian Rock historic district warrant article.

• Approved draft budget and sent to Board of Selectmen (4-0)
• Renamed Strawberry Festival line item to 'Historic Events' (discussed, included in budget)
• Discussed increasing Historic Signs line item due to pandemic costs (no formal vote)
• Discussed replacing damaged pop-up tents (no formal vote)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including tree trimming on Morrison Road, the path forward for a Master Plan update, and meeting Design Review Committee candidates. The board will also handle old/new business and review minutes from the August 18, 2021 meeting. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only agenda.

• Discussion of tree trimming on Morrison Road
• Master Plan update – path forward
• Meet Design Review Committee candidates
• Review and approval of minutes from 08-18-21

The board approved Eversource's tree trimming on scenic Morrison Road, stipulating that the three trees slated for full removal would only have deadwood taken off and that landowners would be consulted. The board also interviewed four applicants for three open positions on the Design Review Committee, with appointments to be discussed in a non-public session. A lengthy discussion on the Master Plan process resulted in no formal decision, but a workshop was scheduled for October 13th to further explore the path forward.

• Approved tree trimming on Morrison Road with deadwood-only removal for three trees and landowner consultation (5-2)
• Scheduled a Master Plan workshop for October 13th
• Interviewed four applicants for Design Review Committee positions; no appointments made
• Moved to non-public session per RSA 91-A:3 (C) for reputations

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees approved a $734.74 contract with Tyler Palmer for repairing a small rear window, contingent on his willingness to do just that part of his proposal. They also discussed the coordinator position after the chosen candidate declined, considering splitting the role into contracted parts, and scheduled a meeting with Dave Sullivan to explore this. The board approved minutes from August 12, 2021, and reviewed maintenance updates, including resolved water quality and scheduled heat replacement.

• Approved minutes of August 12, 2021 (all in favor)
• Approved contracting Tyler Palmer for small rear window repair at $734.74, contingent on scope
• Scheduled meeting with Dave Sullivan to discuss splitting coordinator role
• Set schedule for opening/closing upcoming events
• Noted water quality issue resolved, full use allowed
• Garden construction to begin September 22, within Baker Garden Club grant funds

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review six applications, including a workforce housing development, a major office building, a commercial building, and a residential duplex project. Public hearings may follow if applications are deemed complete. The board will also consider road acceptance for Weston Road and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Workforce housing: 15 single-family homes at 155 Range Road (Case 2021-32)
• Office building: 10,200 sq ft at 71 Rockingham Road (Case 2021-34)
• Commercial building: 3,600 sq ft at 154 Rockingham Road (Case 2021-35)
• Residential duplex project: 68 units at 86 Rockingham Road (Case 2021-36)
• Road acceptance: Weston Road

The Windham Planning Board approved a deck addition at 66 Turtle Rock Road (Case 2021-33) with a condition to apply loam and seed to disturbed areas. The board continued hearings on a 15-unit workforce housing development at 155 Range Road (Case 2021-32) to October 6, scheduling a site walk for October 2, and also continued a commercial building application at 71 Rockingham Road (Case 2021-34) to October 6. A preliminary hearing for a site plan at 154 Rockingham Road (Case 2021-35) was continued to October 6, and a preliminary hearing for a development at 86 Rockingham Road (Case 2021-36) was closed. The board recommended releasing a $53,253.82 bond for the Weston Road development.

• Approved Case 2021-33, deck addition at 66 Turtle Rock Road, with loam/seed condition (7-0)
• Continued Case 2021-32, workforce housing at 155 Range Road, to Oct 6 with site walk Oct 2 (7-0)
• Continued Case 2021-34, office/commercial building at 71 Rockingham Road, to Oct 6 (7-0)
• Continued Case 2021-35, preliminary site plan at 154 Rockingham Road, to Oct 6 (7-0)
• Closed preliminary hearing for Case 2021-36, site plan at 86 Rockingham Road (7-0)
• Recommended release of $53,253.82 bond for Weston Road development (6-0-1, Partington abstaining)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review six applications, including a proposed 15-unit workforce housing development on Range Road, a 10,200 sq.ft. office building on Rockingham Road, and a 68-unit duplex project on Rockingham Road whose prior approval has lapsed. The board will also consider a deck addition, a commercial building, an educational use continuation, and road acceptance for Weston Road.

• Case 2021-32: Workforce housing, 15 single-family homes, 155 Range Road
• Case 2021-34: 10,200 sq.ft. office building, 71 Rockingham Road
• Case 2021-35: 3,600 sq.ft. commercial building, 154 Rockingham Road
• Case 2021-36: 68 duplex units, 86 Rockingham Road (prior approval lapsed)
• Road acceptance: Weston Road

The Windham Planning Board approved Case 2021-33, a major WPOD application for a deck addition at 66 Turtle Rock Road, with a condition requiring loam and seed on disturbed areas. The board continued hearings for three other cases (2021-32, 2021-34, 2021-35) to October 6, with a site walk scheduled for October 2. It also recommended releasing a $53,253.82 bond for the Weston Road development.

• Approved Case 2021-33 (deck addition at 66 Turtle Rock Road) with a condition to apply loam and seed to disturbed areas.
• Continued Case 2021-32 (workforce housing at 155 Range Road) to October 6, with a site walk on October 2.
• Continued Case 2021-34 (office/commercial building at 71 Rockingham Road) to October 6.
• Continued Case 2021-35 (preliminary site plan at 154 Rockingham Road) to October 6, with a site walk on October 2.
• Closed the preliminary hearing for Case 2021-36 (site plan at 86 Rockingham Road).
• Recommended to the Board of Selectmen to release the $53,253.82 bond for Weston Road (6-0-1, Partington abstaining).

Stormwater Management Committee

The Stormwater Management Committee reviewed data for the Year 3 MS4 Annual Report, including street sweeping, catch basin cleaning, and outfall testing. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Reviewed street sweeping data: 105 miles completed, 194 yards of material collected
• Reviewed catch basin cleaning data: 224 basins cleaned, with more scheduled for October 2021
• Reviewed outfall testing: 30 of 37 outfalls completed, one catchment investigated due to high e-coli counts
• Agreed to retest the high e-coli area during the next dry weather period

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a 200-square-foot accessory structure at 17 Armstrong Road, which requires relief from setback requirements and a shoreland buffer. The board will also review meeting minutes and discuss planning sessions and legislative updates.

• Case #42-2021: Variance for accessory structure at 17 Armstrong Road, 12.29 ft from northeast side line (30 ft required), 27.29 ft from southwest side line (30 ft required), 23.11 ft from Cobbetts Pond shore (30 ft required)
• Storm management improvements required as part of the variance
• Review and approve minutes from 7/13/21, 7/27/21, 8/10/21, and 8/24/21
• Discussion of planning sessions and by-law updates
• Legislative/staff updates and ZBA alternates

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment voted 4-0 to continue Case #42-2021, a variance request for an accessory structure at 17 Armstrong Road, to September 28 at 7:00 pm, to be first on the agenda. The board also appointed Payal Ballaya as an alternate member for a term ending May 31, 2024, and approved minutes from July 13 and July 27, 2021, as amended. No final decision was made on the variance request.

• Continued Case #42-2021 (17 Armstrong Road variance) to September 28, 2021, 7:00 pm, first on agenda (4-0).
• Appointed Payal Ballaya as alternate ZBA member for term ending May 31, 2024 (5-0).
• Approved July 13, 2021 draft minutes as amended (5-0).
• Approved July 27, 2021 draft minutes as amended (5-0).
• Entered non-public session under RSA 91-A:3 II(c) (5-0).
• Adjourned at 9:50 pm (5-0).

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will hold public hearings on accepting a donation of services valued at about $186,490 and on adopting a water allocation fee of $3.90 per gallon per day. The board will also consider requests to approve a path through a town right-of-way, a resolution supporting the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act, and several expenditures including security system upgrades and property maintenance projects.

• Public hearing: accept donation of services valued at approximately $186,490
• Public hearing: adopt water allocation fee of $3.90 per gallon per day
• Approve path through town's 50' right of way off Settlers Ridge Road
• Expend up to $14,146 for security system upgrade at Animal Control Facility, 22 Haverhill Road
• Expend up to $16,455 from Property Maintenance Trust for town building projects

The Windham Select Board held public hearings and unanimously adopted a water allocation fee of $3.90 per gallon per day for new connections to the municipal water line, and directed drafting a warrant article to establish an expendable trust for the funds. The Board also approved several spending items: up to $14,146 in police impact fees for a new camera system at Animal Control (with a 3-2 vote to waive bidding), up to $16,455 from the Property Maintenance Trust for various building repairs, and a $25,865 contract amendment with Wilcox & Barton for PFOS investigation work. Additionally, the Board accepted a donated audit service valued at $186,490, approved a $1,304.20 building permit fee refund to Crossing Life Church, and approved a $12,270.75 tax abatement for a Roulston Road parcel. In non-public session, the Board voted 5-0 to extend a job offer to a firefighter candidate at Step 2 of the pay scale.

• Adopted water allocation fee of $3.90/gallon/day (unanimous)
• Directed drafting warrant article for expendable trust for water fee funds (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $14,146 in police impact fees for Animal Control camera system (unanimous)
• Waived bid process for Animal Control camera system vendor (3-2)
• Authorized up to $16,455 from Property Maintenance Trust for building repairs (unanimous)
• Amended Wilcox & Barton contract for PFOS work up to $25,865 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,304.20 building permit fee refund to Crossing Life Church (unanimous)
• Approved $12,270.75 tax abatement for parcel 8C-101 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to review and discuss multiple development applications, including a workforce housing project, a commercial building, and several site plans. The agenda also includes a variance request for a structure near Cobbetts Pond and a review of meeting minutes. No final decisions are noted; the items are under discussion.

• Variance request for accessory structure at 17 Armstrong Road, 12.29 ft from side line (30 ft required) and 23.11 ft from Cobbetts Pond shore
• Workforce housing: 15 single-family homes on 8.02 acres at 155 Range Road (Case 2021-32)
• Major WPOD application for deck and green infrastructure at 66 Turtle Rock Rd (Case 2021-33)
• 10,200 sq ft office building at 71 Rockingham Road (Case 2021-34)
• 68 residential duplex units at 86 Rockingham Road, approvals lapsed since 2019 (Case 2021-36)

The Windham Conservation Commission met on Sept 9, 2021, and reviewed multiple applications, including a ZBA variance request, a workforce housing development, and several site plans. No final approvals or denials were made; the board provided comments and requested additional information for most cases. The only formal action was approving the August 26, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0-2).

• Approved August 26, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Requested maintenance plan for porous pavers in ZBA Case #42-2021
• Requested site walk with Planning Board for Workforce Housing at 155 Range Road
• Requested vernal pool studies uploaded and snow storage plan for 155 Range Road
• No issues with WPOD application for deck at 66 Turtle Rock Rd
• Recommended repurposing stone walls and clarifying storm drainage for 71 Rockingham Rd
• Did not support retaining wall and wetland fill for 154 Rockingham Rd
• Requested information on open space donation and pool drainage for 86 Rockingham Rd

Local Energy Committee

The Technical Review Committee is meeting to review six Planning Board cases, including workforce housing, a watershed protection overlay application, a commercial office building, a preliminary site plan, a lapsed duplex project, and a minor site plan for an educational use. These items are scheduled for a public hearing on September 15, 2021.

• Case 2021-32: 15 workforce housing homes at 155 Range Road
• Case 2021-33: Deck and green infrastructure at 66 Turtle Rock Rd
• Case 2021-34: 10,200 sq.ft. office building at 71 Rockingham Road
• Case 2021-35: 3,600 sq.ft. commercial building at 154 Rockingham Road
• Case 2021-36: 68 duplex units at 86 Rockingham Road (lapsed approval)

Beautification Sub-Committees

The Beautification Committee decided to install a 10x12 rectangular pagoda gazebo from Reeds Ferry, with the current gazebo to be removed and the Edward Herbert tree relocated to that spot. The committee agreed to place the gazebo first before finalizing plantings and wall plans, and discussed placement, base, and maintenance concerns. Cheryl Haas will provide updates on the gazebo.

• Selected 10x12 rectangular pagoda gazebo per Reeds Ferry quote
• Decided to install gazebo before plantings and wall
• Current gazebo to be removed
• Edward Herbert tree to be relocated to former gazebo location

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission approved applying any unused 2021 budget funds toward restoring the Governor Dinsmore stone wall, pending estimates. They also recommended brass hardware for a Town Hall handrail extension, postponed budget discussions to October, and discussed historic easement options for the London Bridge Causeway.

• Approved motion to apply unused 2021 budget funds to Governor Dinsmore wall restoration, pending estimates (5-0)
• Recommended brass hardware for Town Hall handrail extension (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 5th meeting (4-0, Griffin abstained)
• Postponed budget discussion to October meeting
• Opened meeting at 7:16 PM (5-0)
• Adjourned at 8:27 PM (5-0)

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to review and update draft Capital Improvement Program (CIP) project requests, including upgraded streetlighting, EV charging stations, and solar PV installations for the Police and Fire Stations. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. This is a working session to refine project proposals for potential inclusion in the town's capital plan.

• Review draft CIP request for upgraded Windham streetlighting (J. Gage, J. Klyop)
• Review draft CIP request for EV charging stations (C. Mancuso)
• Review draft CIP request for solar PV installations at Police and Fire Stations (N. Alawa, P. Manzo, M. Kovacs)
• Approve minutes from August 14, 2021 meeting

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review a major final site plan and special permit application for a 27.5-acre parcel at 5 Bissell Camp Road. The proposal, by Meisner Brem Corporation for the Margaret Smith Revocable Trust, includes 18 single-family senior housing units in a condominium form, with municipal water and private septic. A public hearing may follow if the application is deemed complete.

• Case 2021-17: Major Final Site Plan and WWPD Special Permit for 18 senior housing units at 5 Bissell Camp Road
• Proposed road widening and reconstruction of Bissell Camp Road
• Site disturbance estimated at 272,250 SF (6.25 acres)
• Property abuts 2 Bissell Camp Road, on HDC/HC list

The Windham Planning Board voted 5-2 to continue Case 2021-17, a major final site plan and special permit application for age-restricted condominiums on 27.5 acres at 5 Bissell Camp Road, to October 6, 2021. The board discussed concerns about density, wetlands, road width, and historic features, and heard public comment. No final decision was made on the application.

• Continued Case 2021-17 to October 6, 2021 (5-2)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss erosion issues, review two ZBA variance requests for properties on First Street, and continue review of a major site plan for a 27.5-acre senior housing development on Bissell Camp Road. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes review and updates on local ponds.

• ZBA Case #40-2021: Variance for garage height increase to 19'8" at 15 First Street
• ZBA Case #41-2021: Variance for addition to non-conforming residence at 27 First Street
• PB Case #2021-17: Major Final Site Plan for 18 senior housing units at 5 Bissell Camp Road
• Erosion issues at 29 Emerson Rd (Parcel 25-G-140)
• Road widening proposed for Bissell Camp Road

The Windham Conservation Commission met on August 26, 2021, and reviewed two ZBA variance requests and a major site plan for an 18-unit senior housing development. No formal decisions were made; the board discussed concerns and requested additional studies. The meeting was adjourned with a 4-0 vote.

• Reviewed ZBA Case #40-2021 for garage height variance at 15 First Street; no decision recorded
• Reviewed ZBA Case #41-2021 for addition to non-conforming residence at 27 First Street; no decision recorded
• Reviewed Major Final Site Plan Case #2021-17 for 18-unit senior housing at 5 Bissell Camp Road; continued discussion, no vote
• Adjourned meeting at 8:50 PM (4-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss developing a staff report template to assist in case management review. The agenda includes only this discussion item, along with old/new business and adjournment, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Discussion of a staff report template for Planning Board case management

The Planning Board held a workshop to discuss process improvements, including adding staff reports to application files and streamlining the scheduling of comments. No formal decisions were made; the discussion was informational and exploratory.

• No formal decisions were made at this workshop

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several variance requests. Items include a request for a larger garage at 15 First Street and a significant house addition at 27 First Street.

• Case #37-2021: Variance to retain an 80 square foot shed and build 20 parking spaces at 72 Range Road
• Case #40-2021: Request to construct a garage 19’8” in height at 15 First Street
• Case #41-2021: Request to increase house size from 740 to 11,840 square feet at 27 First Street
• Consideration of Rehearing Request for Case #21-2021

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved three variance requests and denied a rehearing request. The board granted variances for a garden shed and parking at 70 & 72 Range Road, a taller garage at 15 First Street, and a home addition at 27 First Street. It also denied a rehearing request for Case #21-2021, finding no new information or technical error.

• Granted variance for Case #37-2021 (70 & 72 Range Road) to retain an 80 sq ft garden shed and construct 20 parking spaces (3,214 sq ft) in the Wetland and Watershed Protection District, with a condition for proper maintenance of pervious pavement; vote 4-0.
• Granted variance for Case #40-2021 (15 First Street) to construct a garage 19'8" in height, with conditions of no plumbing/heating and removal of existing storage containers; vote 5-0.
• Granted variance for Case #41-2021 (27 First Street) to increase house size from 740 to 1,142 sq ft, with reduced frontage and setbacks; vote 5-0.
• Denied rehearing request for Case #21-2021, citing no new information or technical error; vote 5-0.
• Approved June 8, 2021 draft minutes as amended; vote 5-0.
• Approved August 3, 2021 site walk minutes as amended; vote 5-0.

Select Board

The Select Board will review several property tax abatement requests and potential land use change tax warrants. The meeting also includes discussions on HVAC repair funding for the American Legion and drought-related watering restrictions.

• Tax abatement request for Del Ray Place ($130,000)
• Land use change tax warrants for Cypress Lane properties ($10,000 each)
• Land use change tax warrants for Del Ray Dr properties ($10,000 each)
• Land use change tax warrants for Highclere Rd properties ($30,000 each)
• Request for town funding for American Legion HVAC repairs

The Windham Select Board approved the Nesmith Library solar project with updated contract terms, appointed Alex Mello as interim Code Enforcement Officer, and authorized up to $2,500 from the Property Maintenance Trust for American Legion AC repairs. The board also granted a $130,000 land use change tax abatement, denied an educational exemption for a Rock Pond Improvement Association parcel, and approved land use change tax bills. A workshop on Economic Development Committee goals produced no formal decisions.

• Approved Nesmith Library solar project with updated contract terms (5-0)
• Appointed Alex Mello as interim Code Enforcement Officer (5-0)
• Authorized up to $2,500 from Property Maintenance Trust for Legion AC repairs, contingent on camera installation (3-2)
• Granted $130,000 land use change tax abatement for lot 24-F-60219, Del Ray Drive (unanimous)
• Denied educational exemption and abatement for RPIA parcel, instructed RPIA to file new abatement request (unanimous)
• Approved issuance of land use change tax bills for thirteen lots at $10,000 each (unanimous)
• Approved issuance of land use change tax bills at $30,000 each (unanimous)
• Approved Windham Soccer Association request for two lights at Nashua Road field for fall season (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission's Trails Subcommittee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss several town trails, including HighClere, Wood Meadows, and Ryan Farm/DelRay. They will also discuss the possible development of lot 9-A-825 along the town-owned rail bed near Kendall Pond Rd/Greenway.

• Approval of July 15, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of HighClere, Wood Meadows, and Ryan Farm/DelRay trails
• Discussion of possible development of lot 9-A-825 along town-owned rail bed on Kendall Pond Rd/Greenway

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review several applications, including a major subdivision and two impervious coverage cases, and must resume deliberations on a previously denied self-storage facility due to a Supreme Court order. One application was withdrawn after posting.

• Case 2021-29: Major WPOD for 289 SF gazebo at 17 Armstrong Road — withdrawn by applicant
• Case 2021-30: Major WPOD for rear deck reconstruction at 19 Armstrong Road
• Case 2021-31: Final subdivision approval for 4-lot subdivision at 10 Allen Road by Benchmark, LLC
• Case 2018-16F: Resume deliberations on 93,000 sq. ft. self-storage facility at 14 Ledge Road, previously denied 4-3
• Review of minutes from June 9 and August 4, 2021

The Windham Planning Board denied the major final site plan for 14 Ledge Road (Case 2018-16F) by a 6-0 vote, citing failure to meet site plan regulations and lack of site-specific data on blasting, road grade, and safety. The board also approved a major subdivision at 10 Allen Road (Case 2021-31) with conditions, and granted related waivers. Two other applications were withdrawn or not heard.

• Denied Case 2018-16F, major final site plan at 14 Ledge Road (6-0)
• Approved Case 2021-31, major final subdivision at 10 Allen Road, with conditions (7-0)
• Approved requested waivers for 10 Allen Road, including road and drainage standards (7-0)
• Accepted minutes of 6-9-2021 with edit (3-0-4)
• Accepted minutes of 8-4-2021 with edit (6-0-1)

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee approved the July 6, 2021 minutes (3-0-1) and discussed a revised solar proposal from ReVision Energy for the Nesmith Library, with a higher buyout cost ($130K vs. $125K) and 5% less output but the same unit cost ($0.109/KWH) during the PPA. The committee also planned to submit three energy efficiency projects for the 2022 Capital Improvement Plan: solar for Police and Fire Departments, LED streetlight upgrades, and EV charging stations, with draft sheets due by September 10, 2021. No final decisions were made on these projects; they remain under review.

• Approved July 6, 2021 minutes (3-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees approved a plan for an English garden at the Searles Estate, including a 24-inch square paver and specific plantings, with a start date of September 1 and completion by September 30. The board also discussed hiring status, maintenance projects, and future agenda items, but no other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved English garden plan with 24-inch square paver and plantings (motion by Maureen, seconded by Roy, with amendment for Sept 1-30 timeline)
• Approved minutes of July 20 and July 26 meetings (unanimous)
• Elected Betty Dunn as Chair, Peter Griffin as Vice Chair, Lisa Thornton as Secretary

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss miscellaneous maintenance items including forest repairs, tree removal, trail work, and camera quotes, as well as an invoice from Northeast Mosquito Control. The agenda lists no applications, permits, or major project discussions, and the commission will review and approve the minutes from the July 22, 2021 meeting before adjourning.

• Rt. 28 Forest repairs/bridges & trees
• Glendenin tree removal
• Woodbury Estates trail work
• Camera quotes
• Northeast Mosquito Control Invoice

The Windham Conservation Commission approved a $3-0 motion to reimburse Northeast Mosquito Control for work done at Campbell Farm in June. The board also discussed trail repairs on Route 28, a tree removal at Wood Meadow Estates, and potential camera purchases, but no formal decisions were made on these items. The minutes from July 22, 2021, were approved unanimously.

• Approved reimbursement to Northeast Mosquito Control for Campbell Farm work (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 22, 2021 (3-0)

Capital Improvements Committee

The CIP Subcommittee is meeting to conduct initial organizational business. The agenda includes electing officers and reviewing administrative documents such as cover letters and distribution lists.

• Election of Officers
• Review and approval of cover letter, forms, and distribution list
• Establishment of CIP Committee Meeting schedule

Museum Trustees

The Trustees will vote on the July 14th meeting minutes and elect a new Chair and Co-Chair for the 2021-2022 term. The agenda includes a presentation by Peter Gumaskas, an update on Fellows House lilacs, and a discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget.

• Election of 2021-2022 Museum Trustees Chair and Co-Chair
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Presentation by Peter Gumaskas Photography
• Note on remaining fiscal year budget balance of $5,575.04

The Windham Museum Trustees approved spending up to $2,000 on camera equipment and up to $500 on museum inventory software, and accepted a proposed 2022 budget of $6,750. They also discussed planting lilacs, a joint meeting with the Conservation Commission, and a summer camp tour, but postponed officer elections.

• Approved up to $2,000 for camera equipment (5-0)
• Approved up to $500 for museum inventory software (5-0)
• Accepted proposed 2022 budget of $6,750 (5-0)
• Postponed selection of 2021-2022 officers
• Scheduled Y.E.S.S. summer camp tour for August 18th

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five variance requests, one of which is a continued case from July. The agenda includes requests to convert a seasonal dwelling to year-round, build a new home on a nonconforming lot, and modify setbacks or structures in residential and commercial zones. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings and discuss planning sessions.

• Case #30-2021: Variance to replace a 650 sq ft seasonal dwelling with a year-round home at 5 Fox Street
• Case 08-2021: Rehearing request to build a 1,813 sq ft single-family dwelling at 46 West Shore Road
• Case #37-2021: Variance to retain an 80 sq ft garden shed and add 20 parking spaces at 70 & 72 Range Road
• Case #38-2021: Variance to build an open deck with reduced side setbacks at 66 Turtle Rock Road
• Case #39-2021: Variance to add a second story to an existing structure at 8 Range Road

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved variances for a seasonal-to-year-round home replacement on Fox Street, a deck on Turtle Rock Road, and a second-story addition on Range Road. It denied a variance for a new home on West Shore Road and continued a case for a shed and parking on Range Road due to posting issues.

• Granted variance for year-round home replacement at 5 Fox Street (5-0)
• Denied variance for new home at 46 West Shore Road (3-1)
• Continued case for shed and parking at 70 & 72 Range Road to Aug 24 (4-0)
• Granted deck variance at 66 Turtle Rock Road (5-0)
• Granted second-story addition variance at 8 Range Road (5-0)

Planning Board

The Technical Review Committee is meeting to review three cases ahead of the Planning Board's public hearing on August 18, 2021. Two are Major WPOD applications for residential properties on Armstrong Road, and one is a final subdivision application for a 4-lot development on Allen Road.

• Case 2021-29: Major WPOD for 289 SF gazebo at 17 Armstrong Road, impervious coverage from 19.25% to 20.5%
• Case 2021-30: Major WPOD for rear deck reconstruction at 19 Armstrong Road, impervious coverage from 28.34% to 27.82%
• Case 2021-31: Final subdivision approval for 4-lot single-family subdivision on 10-acre parcel at 10 Allen Road by Benchmark LLC

Select Board

The Windham Select Board approved several items, including awarding the Fire Department roof project to DeSalvo for $107,236 with a 20-year warranty, approving amendments to the water agreement with Salem, and waiving the bid process to purchase 17 computers from Dell for up to $13,497.49. The board also authorized using Police Impact fees to upgrade the fire alarm system at the Animal Control facility and approved a one-time $322.28 reimbursement to a Blossom Road property owner for damaged sprinkler heads. A motion to allow Parks & Recreation to continue developing an inclusive play area at Griffin Park passed unanimously.

• Awarded Fire Department roof bid to DeSalvo for $107,236 with 20-year warranty (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Section 3.4 of Water Agreement with Salem, contingent on Salem's approval (unanimous)
• Waived bid process and awarded purchase of 17 Dell computers, not to exceed $13,497.49 (unanimous)
• Authorized use of Police Impact fees to upgrade fire alarm system at Animal Control facility (unanimous)
• Approved one-time $322.28 reimbursement to Blossom Road property owner for damaged sprinkler heads (3-2)
• Allowed Parks & Recreation to continue with Griffin Park inclusive play area concept, design, and fundraising (unanimous)
• Joined School District in awarding propane bid to Palmer Gas at $1.44/gal (unanimous)
• Approved hiring candidate for vacant Dispatcher position at Step 1 pay (unanimous)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission is meeting to review five technical review cases, all of which have no comment from the Historic commission at this time. They will also discuss several administrative and property-related matters, including lilac clippings from the Fellows House, electrical service at the Depot, historic signage, and a request to search for artifacts on town property.

• Case 2021-24: 21 First Street (parcel 16-Q-174) - no comment
• Case 2021-25: 15 Rolling Ridge Road (parcel 22-A-52) - no comment
• Case 2021-26: 10 Allen Road (parcel 13-L-50) - no comment
• Case 2021-27: 4 Cobbets Pod Road (parcel 21-D-107) - no comment
• Case 2021-28: 71 Rockingham Road (parcel 8-C-20) - no comment; site of former 1850 house, now demolished

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Committee voted 4-0 to allow the Trustees of the Windham Museum to plant lilac cuttings on town property around the museum. The committee also discussed the Bissell Camp development, noting a stone wall should be preserved or reused, and postponed discussions on metal detecting and a flatbed scanner purchase. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to allow Trustees of Windham Museum to plant lilac cuttings on town property (4-0)
• Approved Renee Mallett as Vice-Chair (3-0, Mallett abstained)
• Approved minutes of July 1 meeting (4-0)
• Opened meeting at 7:05 PM (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:27 PM (4-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss school impact fees with the School Board, along with old and new business. The board will also review and approve minutes from its July 7 and July 14 meetings. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• School Board impact fee discussion
• Old/New business
• Review and approval of minutes from 07-07-21 and 07-14-21

The Planning Board held a workshop to discuss impact fees with the School Board and Board of Selectmen, agreeing to work on updating the fees. The board also discussed a large tent that was erected without a site plan review, an unpermitted driveway in the WPOD, and a garage built without a site plan. The board appointed Matt Rounds as its CIP representative and approved two prior meeting minutes.

• Appointed Matt Rounds as Planning Board representative to CIP
• Agreed to work with Selectman Hohenberger on updating impact fees
• Informal poll showed majority support for appealing ZBA decision on tent
• Nominated Pam McCarthy as citizen member for CIP (6-0-1)
• Approved minutes of 7-7-21 with amendment (6-0-1)
• Approved minutes of 7-14-21 with addition of attendees (6-0-1)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a site visit at 5 Fox Street for a variance application. This is not a public hearing and no discussion will occur. The case is continued to the board's next meeting on August 10, 2021.

• Site visit at 5 Fox Street for a variance application
• No public discussion at the site visit
• Case continued to August 10, 2021 hearing

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on eight variance requests and two administrative appeals. The variances seek relief from zoning rules for new or expanded dwellings, a garage, and a commercial building. The appeals challenge the denial of a building permit and the requirement for site plan approval for a large tent structure at The Crossing Life Church. The board will also review meeting minutes and discuss by-law updates.

• Variance for new 1,813 sq ft home at 46 West Shore Road (Case 08-2021)
• Variances to replace seasonal dwellings with year-round homes at 5 Fox St, 1 Fox St, and 23 Farmer Rd
• Variance for commercial building with septic in wetland district on Roulston Road (Case 33-2021)
• Appeals of building inspector and community development director decisions on 10,660 sq ft tent at 122 North Lowell Rd
• Variance for garage within setbacks at 11 Allen Road

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved five variance requests and granted two administrative appeals for The Crossing Life Church, overturning the Building Inspector's and Community Development Director's decisions to require site plan approval for a tent structure. The board also adopted changes to its Rules of Procedure and continued one case to a site walk.

• Granted variance for replacement dwelling at 5 Fox Street, continued to site walk Aug 3 and hearing Aug 10 (4-1, 5-0)
• Granted variance for replacement dwelling at 1 Fox Street (5-0)
• Adopted by-law changes to ZBA Rules of Procedure (5-0)
• Granted variance for replacement dwelling at 23 Farmer Road (5-0)
• Granted variance for storage building at Roulston Road (3-2)
• Granted variance for detached garage at 11 Allen Road (5-0)
• Granted administrative appeal for tent structure at 122 North Lowell Road (5-0)
• Granted administrative appeal for tent structure at 122 North Lowell Road (5-0)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees interviewed two candidates for the Searles School & Chapel Coordinator position and selected one to put forward for consideration by the Town Administrator. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Selected a candidate for Searles School & Chapel Coordinator to forward to Town Administrator

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will consider implementing outdoor watering restrictions based on current drought status, decide whether to purchase state surplus land at 47 Enterprise Drive, and consider accepting a conservation land donation on Seavey Road. The board will also vote on a water services agreement with Salem, review a solar bid for the library, and approve revised job descriptions for the Community Development Director and Planner.

• Consideration of outdoor watering restrictions due to drought
• State surplus land offer 11C-100 (47 Enterprise Drive) purchase interest
• Proposed donation of 8B-63 on Seavey Road for conservation
• Water Services Agreement with Town of Salem approval
• Library Solar Bid status update

The Windham Select Board declined to purchase the state's surplus parcel at 47 Enterprise Drive, allowing it to be offered for public sale. It also conditionally approved a water services agreement with Salem, pending resolution of Section 3.4. The board approved several other items, including a beach fire event, adding Windham Marine to boat ramp rules, accepting a land donation, and hiring two employees.

• Declined to purchase state surplus land at 47 Enterprise Drive (3-0)
• Approved water services agreement with Salem, contingent on Section 3.4 (3-0)
• Approved beach fire for s'mores event (3-0)
• Added Windham Marine to Attachment A of Willard Dow boat ramp rules (3-0)
• Approved Conservation Commission acceptance of parcel 8A-63 on Seavey Road (3-0)
• Approved Social Media and Web Technical Advisory Committee rule amendments (3-0)
• Appointed Daniel Snow as alternate member to committee through 2024 (3-0)
• Approved revised job descriptions for Community Development Director and Planner (3-0)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will meet to elect officers, review six variance applications, and discuss an administrative appeal. The cases involve replacing nonconforming dwellings, constructing a garage, and a church's appeal of a denied building permit for a tent structure. The meeting will also include approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Case #30-2021: Variance for 5 Fox Street to replace seasonal dwelling with year-round home
• Case #31-2021: Variance for 1 Fox Street to expand nonconforming year-round dwelling
• Case #32-2021: Variance for 23 Farmer Road to replace seasonal dwelling with year-round home
• Case #33-2021: Variance for Roulston Road to construct building with septic in Wetland Protection District
• Case #35-2021: Administrative appeal by The Crossing Life Church for denied tent structure permit at 122 North Lowell Road

The Windham Conservation Commission elected Dave Curto as Chairman, Wayne Morris as Vice Chair, and Kara Feldberg as Secretary, all by 4-0 votes. The Commission reviewed six variance cases, including several for replacing nonconforming dwellings near Cobbetts Pond, but took no final votes on them, instead requesting more details and site walks. It also approved a $1,680 payment to the Southern New Hampshire Planning Commission and discussed vandalism at Deer Leap and potential camera installation.

• Elected Dave Curto as Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Wayne Morris as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Elected Kara Feldberg as Secretary (4-0)
• Approved $1,680 payment to Southern New Hampshire Planning Commission (4-0)
• Approved June 8 minutes as presented (4-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review five applications, including major WPOD applications, a final subdivision, and site plans. Public hearings will follow if applications are deemed complete. The board will also handle old/new business and approve minutes.

• Case 2021-24: Major WPOD at 26 First Street for home addition, septic, permeable walkway; impervious coverage to reduce to 36.2%
• Case 2021-25: Major WPOD at 15 Rolling Ridge Road for addition, pool, garage; impervious coverage to increase to 28.8%
• Case 2021-26: Final subdivision at 10 Allen Road for 4-lot single-family subdivision on private road
• Case 2021-27: Minor site plan at 4 Cobbetts Pond Road for tenant mix change affecting parking and septic
• Case 2021-28: Major preliminary site plan at 71 Rockingham Road for 10,200 sq.ft. office building with 12 parking spaces

The Windham Planning Board approved Case 2021-24 (26 First Street) and Case 2021-25 (15 Rolling Ridge Road), both major WPOD applications for additions to existing homes, with conditions including updated plans, shoreline permit approval, and compliance with the Keach-Nordstrom memo. The board also opened Case 2021-26 (10 Allen Road) as a design review, not final approval, and approved Case 2021-27 (4 Cobbetts Pond Road) with parking waivers. Case 2021-28 (71 Rockingham Road) was opened and closed as a preliminary hearing.

• Approved Case 2021-24 (26 First Street) with conditions: plans updated to show geo-grid instead of porous pavers, shoreline permit approved, and Keach-Nordstrom memo items met.
• Approved Case 2021-25 (15 Rolling Ridge Road) with conditions: gutter and drywell added, pool backwash directed to drywell, plans updated to reflect sunroom, snow removal/storage on property, garage not used as dwelling, and Keach-Nordstrom memo items met.
• Opened Case 2021-26 (10 Allen Road) as a design review, not final approval, due to process issues and missing information.
• Approved Case 2021-27 (4 Cobbetts Pond Road) with parking regulations waived due to existing conditions and reservation of space for future parking.
• Opened and closed Case 2021-28 (71 Rockingham Road) as a preliminary hearing, with direction to go to Design Review and contact DoT about curb cut.
• Discussed potential agreement with Salem regarding waterline connections, but no formal action taken.

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees approved a request for an artisan to use an open flame outdoors during the Pop-Up Art Show in September, contingent on Fire Department approval. They also reviewed coordinator applications, narrowing candidates to two for interviews, and discussed plans for a warrant article to redirect bond funds for tower repairs. No financial updates were provided, and board elections were postponed to the August meeting.

• Approved the use of an open flame by an artisan outdoors at the Pop-Up Art Show, pending Fire Department approval.
• Accepted the minutes of June 15, 2021, with corrections (5 yes, 1 abstention).
• Accepted the minutes of July 1, 2021, with no corrections (4 yes, 2 abstentions).
• Narrowed coordinator applications to two candidates for interviews at a special meeting scheduled for 7/26 or 7/28.
• Corrected trustee contact information as reviewed.
• Discussed proposing a warrant article to redirect remaining bond funds for interior tower repairs, with a plan to approach the Board of Selectmen.
• Agreed to have Rich bring paver samples for review at the August meeting.
• Postponed board elections to the August meeting due to trustee absences.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission's Trails Subcommittee is meeting to approve minutes, elect officers, and receive updates on various local projects including Highclere Estates, Ryan Farm Rd, DelRay Place, Wood Meadow Estates, Fosters Pond, an Eagle Scout project, the Greenway trail, trail bike postings, and trails mapping. The agenda is largely procedural and update-focused, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of Oct 1, 2020 minutes
• Election of officers
• Updates on Highclere Estates, Ryan Farm Rd, DelRay Place, Wood Meadow Estates, Fosters Pond
• Eagle Scout project and Greenway trail updates
• All-terrain/trail bike posting and trails mapping updates

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss future plans and improvements for Route 111, from the Post Office area to Mammoth Road and toward Hudson. The board will consider whether there is a 10-year plan or a more immediate one, and will discuss traffic impacts at several intersections, ongoing traffic studies, signal adjustments, potential curb cuts, and the secondary designation for Rt. 111.

• Discussion of future plans/improvements for Rt. 111 from Post Office area to Mammoth Rd to Hudson
• Traffic intersections: Gateway and Rt. 111, Center School and Hardwood Rd, Rt. 111 and North Lowell Rd, Meetinghouse Rd and Rt. 111, Delahunty Road and Rt. 111
• Ongoing traffic studies and traffic signal adjustments
• Potential future curb cuts on Rt. 111
• Secondary designation for Rt. 111

The Windham Planning Board held a workshop on July 14, 2021, to discuss coordination with the NH Department of Transportation (DoT) on state road projects, traffic studies, and the ten-year plan. No formal decisions were made; the board discussed potential future actions, such as adding DoT review to application checklists and appointing a member to attend regional meetings. The board also discussed a request from Francistown regarding an amicus brief but took no action, with members wanting more information first.

• No formal votes or approvals were made during the workshop.
• Discussed adding a DoT review to the application checklist for items before opening an application.
• Discussed appointing a Planning Board member to attend SNHPC Technical Review Committee meetings.
• Discussed the possibility of inviting Mr. Hohenberger to a future workshop on impact fees.
• No action taken on Francistown's request for an amicus brief; members sought more information.

Museum Trustees

The Windham Museum Trustees are meeting to approve prior minutes, elect a chair and co-chair for 2021-2022, and discuss September lilac planning and a CatalogIt workshop. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Vote to accept June 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Vote to select 2021-2022 Chair and Co-Chair
• September lilac planning at Museum
• CatalogIt Workshop discussion

The Windham Museum Trustees voted to accept the June 9th minutes and agreed to adopt CatalogIt as their new cataloging software, pending resolution of the annual fee payment. The vote to select a Chair and Co-Chair was postponed to the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:16 PM.

• Approved the minutes of the June 9th meeting (3-0).
• Postponed the vote for Chair and Co-Chair to the next regular meeting.
• Agreed to use CatalogIt software as a replacement for PastPerfect, pending fee logistics.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:16 PM (4-0).

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five variance requests, including an after-the-fact request from Play All Day Doggy Daycare to keep an animal exercise area closer to the rear property line than allowed. Other requests involve converting a porch, opening a children's learning center in a limited industrial district, and setback variances for a shed and a deck. The board will also consider a rehearing request for a previous case and approve meeting minutes.

• Case #21-2021: Variance for Play All Day Doggy Daycare, 13 Rockingham Road, to keep animal exercise area 62 ft from rear line (100 ft required), after-the-fact
• Case #26-2021: Variance for Neil Pare, 17 Cole Road, to convert deck/porch and encroach into side setback
• Case #27-2021: Variance for Level Up Learning NH, 22 Roulston Road, to establish a children's learning center in Limited Industrial District
• Case #28-2021: Variance for Daniel Sirois, 5 Moore Road, to build storage shed 34 ft from front line (50 ft required)
• Case #29-2021: Variance for John & Tammi O'Brien, 37 1st Street, to build deck 6 ft from side setback (30 ft required)

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a variance for Play All Day Doggy Daycare at 13 Rockingham Road, citing failure to meet criteria 1, 2, and 5. The board granted variances for a deck/porch at 17 Cole Road, a learning center at 22 Roulston Road, a storage shed at 5 Moore Road, and a deck at 37 1st Street, all with 5-0 votes. The board also approved a rehearing for Case 08-2021 at 46 West Shore Road.

• Denied variance for Play All Day Doggy Daycare at 13 Rockingham Road (Case #21-2021), vote 5-0.
• Granted variance for Neil Pare at 17 Cole Road for deck/porch conversion (Case #26-2021), vote 5-0, with stormwater mitigation condition.
• Granted variance for Level Up Learning NH at 22 Roulston Road for a children's learning center (Case #27-2021), vote 5-0.
• Granted variance for Daniel Sirois at 5 Moore Road for a storage shed (Case #28-2021), vote 5-0.
• Granted variance for John & Tammi O'Brien at 37 1st Street for a new deck (Case #29-2021), vote 5-0.
• Granted rehearing request for Case #08-2021 at 46 West Shore Road, vote 5-0.
• Approved December 8th and May 11th draft minutes as amended, and May 25th draft minutes as amended, all with 5-0 votes (one abstention).
• Approved posting rules and procedures for the July 27th meeting, vote 5-0.

Select Board

The Windham Select Board is meeting to hear the 2019 financial audit, consider property tax abatements and a land use change tax warrant, discuss a vendor request for a town right-of-way, and potentially award a legal services bid. The board will also consider authorizing the town administrator to file for federal recovery funding.

• 2019 Financial Audit Report presentation by Plodzik & Sanderson
• Tax abatement requests: 33 Indian Rock Rd ($857.02), 25 Indian Rock Rd ($4,721.28), 11 Second St ($725.03), 34 Marblehead Rd ($0.00)
• Land Use Change Tax warrant for 19 Del Ray Dr ($130,000.00)
• Bid award consideration for Legal Services
• Authorization to file documents for Local Fiscal Recovery Fund application

The Windham Select Board awarded a three-year legal services contract to Beaumont & Campbell with a flat-rate option, passing 3-2 with Partington and Breton opposed. The board also approved three tax abatements, denied one, approved a land use change tax warrant, and added Dockside Marine to the Willard Dow rules. A proposed Water Services Agreement with Salem was discussed but not approved, with follow-up planned for the next meeting.

• Awarded legal services contract to Beaumont & Campbell for 3 years with flat rate option (3-2)
• Approved tax abatement of $857.02 for 33 Indian Rock Road (unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement of $4,721.28 for 25 Indian Rock Road (unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement of $725.03 for 11 Second Street (unanimous)
• Denied tax abatement for 34 Marblehead Road (unanimous)
• Approved land use change tax warrant of $130,000 for 19 Del Ray Drive (unanimous)
• Added Dockside Marine to Attachment A of Willard Dow rules (unanimous)
• Approved hiring firefighter candidate at Step Two, effective after July 14 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several zoning variance requests and planning board cases, including a major WPOD application that would increase impervious coverage. The agenda also includes a non-public session on land acquisition and routine items like meeting minutes.

• Case #26-2021: Variance for deck/porch conversion at 17 Cole Road
• Case #27-2021: Variance for learning center at 22 Roulston Road
• Case #28-2021: Variance for shed setback at 5 Moore Road
• Case #29-2021: Variance for deck setback at 37 1st Street
• Case 2021-25: Major WPOD at 15 Rolling Ridge Road, impervious coverage from 13.9% to 28.8%

The Windham Conservation Commission met on July 8, 2021, and took several actions. It approved a $2,000 invoice for mowing at Campbell Farm and accepted a donated property at 1 Seavey Road (Lot 8-A-63) in non-public session. The board also reviewed several variance and site plan applications, providing comments but taking no formal votes on them. Minutes from the previous meeting were tabled for edits.

• Approved $2,000 invoice for Campbell Farm mowing (5-0)
• Accepted donated property at 1 Seavey Road (5-0)
• Went into non-public session for land acquisition (5-0)
• Came out of non-public session at 10:00pm (5-0)
• Sealed minutes for first non-public item for 1 year (5-0)
• Adjourned at 10:02pm (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review two Major WPOD applications for residential properties, both involving reductions in impervious coverage but still exceeding the 20% threshold that requires major review. The board will also discuss the potential sale of state surplus land at 47 Enterprise Drive and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Case 2021-21: Major WPOD at 17 Lake Shore Road to raze detached garage and build attached garage, reducing impervious coverage from 62% to 58.3%
• Case 2021-22: Major WPOD at 51 Cobbetts Pond Road to replace 55 SF porch with 165 SF porch, reducing impervious coverage from 38.1% to 37.1%
• Discussion of State Surplus Land for Sale at 47 Enterprise Drive
• Review and approval of minutes from 05-05-21, 06-02-21, 06-16-21, and 06-19-21

The Windham Planning Board approved Case 2021-21, a major WPOD application at 17 Lake Shore Road, to replace a detached garage with an attached one, with conditions including meeting all Keach-Nordstrom memo comments and allowing 30 days after certificate of occupancy to remove the original garage, with a 6-1 vote. The board also approved Case 2021-22, a major WPOD application at 51 Cobbetts Pond Road, to replace a covered porch, with conditions to replace the walkway with loam and grass seed and meet all Keach-Nordstrom memo comments, with a 7-0 vote. The board discussed items for the DOT workshop, a WEDC liaison, the sale of 47 Enterprise Drive, and approved several sets of minutes.

• Approved Case 2021-21 (17 Lake Shore Road) with conditions, 6-1, with one member opposed due to fire safety concerns.
• Approved Case 2021-22 (51 Cobbetts Pond Road) with conditions, 7-0.
• Discussed items for the next DOT workshop, including Rt. 111 and the Gateway intersection.
• Decided to ask Mr. Earley if he is interested in the WEDC liaison role.
• Had no opinion on the sale of 47 Enterprise Drive.
• Approved minutes of 5-5-21 with amendments, 6-0-1.
• Approved minutes of 6-2-21, 5-0-2.
• Approved minutes of 6-16-21 with edits, 6-0-1.

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss old business, including a carbon fee presentation for the Board of Selectmen, next steps on the Community Power Aggregation (CPA), and the status of the Nesmith Library contract. No new decisions are on the agenda; items are updates and discussions.

• Carbon Fee Presentation for BOS – John Gage
• Next steps on CPA – Allen Reed et. al
• Report on Nesmith Library Contract Status – P. Manzo

The Local Energy Committee voted 4-0 to authorize John Gage to present his revised Carbon Fee & Dividend presentation to the Board of Selectmen, pending scheduling with Heath Partington. The committee also reviewed and approved the April 14, 2021 minutes by a 4-0 vote. Updates were given on electric vehicle charging stations, the Nesmith Library solar project, and street lighting upgrades, with no formal decisions on those items.

• Approved minutes from April 14, 2021 by a 4-0 vote
• Voted 4-0 to authorize John Gage's Carbon Fee presentation to the Board of Selectmen
• Adjourned the meeting by a 4-0 vote at 6:57 PM

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss applications and permits, including demolitions and substantial renovations, and to review ongoing projects and budget items. The agenda includes updates from various boards and committees, as well as a non-public session for land acquisition. The meeting is largely procedural, covering routine approvals and project updates.

• Demolition/Substantial Renovations (719) applications
• Pine Hill Road stone culvert/pond watch item
• Cobbett's Pond bridge watch item
• 88 Range-Robert Armstrong 'West' House watch item
• 2022 Budget items including Indian Rock HD sign and vault map scans

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission held a regular meeting on July 1, 2021, and made several decisions. It elected Wendy Williams as Chairman and Derek Saffie as Secretary, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The commission also voted to enter and then exit a non-public session, sealing those minutes, and accepted minutes from previous meetings. It decided not to seek an increase in the number of commission positions for 2022.

• Elected Wendy Williams as Chairman (5-0).
• Elected Derek Saffie as Secretary (5-0).
• Voted to enter non-public session per RSA 91-A:3(d) & (1) (5-0).
• Voted to exit non-public session (5-0).
• Voted to seal non-public session minutes (5-0).
• Accepted minutes of the regular May meeting (5-0).
• Accepted minutes of the regular June meeting (5-0).
• Accepted minutes of the special June meeting (5-0).

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees met and discussed various maintenance items, including replacing the chapel back door, fixing window glass, and paving the driveway. No formal votes were taken; decisions were deferred pending quotes or further discussion. The trustees also noted the need to replace the hot water system and to reinstate electricity to the tower.

• Deferred decision on chapel back door replacement pending receipt of quote for a full tinted glass, aluminum frame door with crash bar.
• Agreed to replace glass in two school room windows with thinner glass to fit properly.
• Noted that town paving will begin July 9, with Searles project to be completed before the first August event.
• Acknowledged that spruce tree removal remains on the to-do list.
• Discussed that mowing lower Chapel Rd is state responsibility; Peter to contact state.
• Confirmed alarm system should be activated.
• Agreed to record irrigation system on site map, though no map exists; Dennis will repair any damaged pipes.
• Agreed to temporary electricity setup for tower, pending development of specific needs.

Stormwater Management Committee

The Stormwater Management Committee reviewed dry weather screening results from June 21, 2021, which found E. coli at six outfall sites, with levels ranging from 26.9 to 1732.9. Five sites had levels below the Class B water guidance (>406) and will be visually inspected and smell-tested; Site #38 exceeded the guidance and will be retested with upstream sampling to pinpoint the source. No formal decisions were made; the committee agreed on these action steps.

• Reviewed dry weather screening results from June 21, 2021
• Agreed to visually inspect and smell-test five outfall sites with E. coli below 406
• Agreed to retest Site #38 and sample upstream catch basins to locate E. coli source

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to review two Major WPOD applications for residential properties, both involving changes that keep impervious coverage above 20%, and to approve meeting minutes from June 10, 2021. The agenda also includes DES permits and correspondence items.

• Case 2021-21: Major WPOD at 17 Lake Shore Road to replace detached garage with attached garage, reducing impervious coverage from 62% to 58.3%
• Case 2021-22: Major WPOD at 51 Cobbetts Pond Road to replace 55 SF porch with 165 SF porch, reducing impervious coverage from 38.1% to 37.1%
• DES permits: 22-B-28 (110 South Shore Road) and 8-B-500 (86 Rockingham Road)
• Review and approve meeting minutes from 6/10/21

The Windham Conservation Commission approved cutting and spraying invasive species at Campbell Farm, approved a $300 payment for piano storage, and approved the June 10th meeting minutes. The board also reviewed two Major WPOD applications for residential garage and porch projects, finding no issues with either plan. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved cutting and spraying of invasive species at Campbell Farm (3-0)
• Approved $300 payment to Dyson Piano for storage of Campbell Farmhouse piano (3-0)
• Approved June 10th draft minutes as presented (3-0)
• Reviewed Major WPOD application for 17 Lake Shore Road; no issues with plan
• Reviewed Major WPOD application for 51 Cobbetts Pond Road; no issues with plan

Select Board

The Windham Select Board is meeting to decide on outdoor watering restrictions due to drought, hold public hearings on accepting Wilson and Marden roads and installing stop signs at Rowe and Field roads, and hear a proposal for a performance stage at Griffin Park. The board will also consider closing the Town Beach on July 3, a request to purchase a town-owned lot on Rockingham Road, and a $5,000 bond release for 14 Bank Road.

• Consider implementing outdoor watering restrictions due to drought
• Public hearing on accepting Wilson and Marden roads as town roads
• Public hearing on installing stop signs at Rowe and Field roads
• Proposal to construct a performance stage at Griffin Park
• Request to purchase town-owned lot 3B-680 on Rockingham Road

The Board accepted Wilson Road and Marden Road as public roads, posting both at 30 MPH, after an initial motion to post Marden at 25 MPH failed due to lack of a speed study. The Board also approved installing stop signs at Field Road and Rowe Road intersections, released a $41,066.50 bond for the roads, and supported a performance stage concept at Griffin Park.

• Accepted Wilson Road as a public road and posted it at 30 MPH (passed 4-0).
• Accepted Marden Road as a public road and posted it at 30 MPH (passed 4-0).
• Released the bond for Wilson and Marden roads in the amount of $41,066.50 to DHB Homes/Eastern Bank (passed 4-0).
• Approved installation of stop signs at Field Road at Ryan Farm Road and Rowe Road at Field Road (passed 4-0).
• Supported the concept of a performance stage at Griffin Park and related fundraising efforts (passed 4-0).
• Approved closure of the Town Beach and parking on July 3, 2021, as determined by the Parks & Recreation Director and Fire Department (passed 4-0).
• Approved site bond release of $5,000 for 14 Bank Road (passed 4-0).
• Allowed Boy Scouts to use the American Legion for a campout with a fire, subject to Fire Department permission (passed 4-0).

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a public site walk for a major final site plan and special permit application at 5 Bissell Camp Road. The proposal includes 18 single-family senior housing units on a 27.5-acre parcel, with municipal water and private septic. The site walk is scheduled for 9:00 AM on Saturday, June 19, 2021.

• Case 2021-17: Major Final Site Plan and WWPD Special Permit for 5 Bissell Camp Road
• 18 single-family, two-bedroom senior housing units in condominium form
• 27.5-acre parcel in Rural District, WWPD
• Estimated site disturbance: 272,250 SF (6.25 acres)
• Road widening and reconstruction of Bissell Camp Road proposed

The Planning Board conducted a site walk on June 19, 2021, at 5 Bissell Camp Road to review a proposed development. The engineer, Jeff Brem, indicated that all interior roads would be 24 feet wide and private, with a condo association. A historic cellar hole was noted on the plan, and no snow storage would be allowed on leach fields. Concerns raised by abutters included septic proximity to wetlands, stormwater concentration, and traffic safety at the Rt. 28 intersection, but no formal decisions were made.

• Conducted site walk at 5 Bissell Camp Road on 6/19/2021
• Noted historic cellar hole on the plan
• Confirmed interior roads would be 24' wide and private (condo association)
• Stated no snow storage on leach fields
• Acknowledged septic systems would require DES approval
• Discussed road width, right-of-ways, and historic home on Bissell Camp Rd
• Observed Rt. 28 speed limit of 50 mph and noted abutter concerns about accidents

Forestry Committee

The Windham Forestry Committee is meeting to elect officers for the year and receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the wildflower meadow, nest boxes, invasive species, and trail maintenance. The agenda is largely routine and informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Annual officer elections
• 2021 Wildflower meadow update, including elderberry seedlings
• Nest box update
• Invasive species update
• Trail maintenance and new trail development updates

The Windham Forestry Committee held its June 17, 2021 meeting, reappointing Norm Babineau to a 3-year term and unanimously keeping all officer roles the same. The committee also approved the February 18, 2021 meeting minutes. No other formal decisions were made; updates were provided on the wildflower meadow, nest boxes, invasive species, trail maintenance, and new trail development.

• Reappointed Norm Babineau to another 3-year term on the committee
• Approved keeping Wanda Rice as Chair, Norm Babineau as Vice Chair, and Brian McFarland as Secretary (motion passed 4-0-0)
• Approved the February 18, 2021 meeting minutes (motion passed 4-0-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on four applications, including a final subdivision/lot line adjustment, two major WPOD applications for residential alterations, and a major site plan to convert a mixed-use building into residential units. The board will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss the Master Plan.

• Case 2021-11: Final subdivision/lot line adjustment at 18, 10, & 8 Viau Road, creating a 4,309 SF parcel, no construction planned
• Case 2021-18: Major WPOD application for a 236 SF replacement deck at 28 West Shore Road, impervious coverage from 28.25% to 28.21%
• Case 2021-19: Major site plan to renovate 67 Rockingham Road into four one-bedroom units and construct a carriage house with two units, creating 14 parking spaces
• Case 2021-20: Major WPOD application to replace a bump out with a farmer's porch at 104 Range Road, impervious coverage unchanged at ~34.2%
• Review and approval of minutes from June 2, 2021 and May 5, 2021

The Windham Planning Board approved four applications: a lot line adjustment at Viau Road, a farmer's porch addition at Range Road, a deck replacement at West Shore Road, and a major site plan for a historic building renovation at Rockingham Road. All approvals were unanimous (7-0) and included conditions such as compliance with staff memos and deed restrictions. The board also discussed workforce housing thresholds and an overlay district for the Manor Hotel area, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved waivers for lot line adjustment at 18, 10, & 8 Viau Road (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-11 lot line adjustment with deed restriction condition (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-20 farmer's porch at 104 Range Road (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-18 deck replacement at 28 West Shore Road (7-0)
• Approved WWPD special permit for 67 Rockingham Road renovation (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-19 major site plan for 67 Rockingham Road with conditions (7-0)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees approved the English Garden plan and agreed to allow a dog at a wedding ceremony. They discussed maintenance updates, including a failed boiler pressure test and tower repairs not covered by bond funds. No formal votes were recorded on these items.

• Approved English Garden plan (consensus)
• Allowed dog at wedding ceremony with leash and supervision (consensus)
• Approved May 18, 2021 meeting minutes (6 yes, 1 abstention)

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss old business, including a carbon fee presentation for the Board of Selectmen, next steps on the Community Power Aggregation (CPA), and the status of the Nesmith Library contract. No new decisions are on the agenda; items are updates and discussions.

• Carbon Fee Presentation for BOS by John Gage
• Next steps on CPA led by Allen Reed et al.
• Report on Nesmith Library Contract Status by P. Manzo

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is meeting to review a Historic District application (Form 608) for Union Hall. The agenda also includes a communications and round table discussion. The meeting is being held via Zoom and in person.

• Review of Historic District application (Form 608) for Union Hall

The Windham Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Approval for proposed work at Union Hall, with conditions requiring replacement and repair of louvres in kind, using the same paint, and installing louvres to deflect water away from the structure. The commission also voted to create an African-American Memorial Subcommittee, appointed Renee Mallet as its liaison, and installed Peter Griffin as the Windham Endowment Liaison. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Union Hall Historic District Certificate with conditions (5-0).
• Created African-American Memorial Subcommittee (5-0).
• Appointed Renee Mallet as liaison to the subcommittee (5-0).
• Installed Peter Griffin as Windham Endowment Liaison (5-0).

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including three major development applications referred from the Planning Board, a discussion with NH Fish and Game about endangered wildlife, and follow-ups on vandalism and property management. The meeting also includes updates on Campbell Farm and Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Case 2021-18: Major WPOD application for a 236 SF replacement deck at 28 West Shore Road
• Case 2021-19: Major Final Site Plan and WWPD Special Permit for renovation and new construction at 67 Rockingham Road
• Case 2021-20: Major WPOD application for a farmer's porch at 104 Range Road
• NH Fish and Game endangered wildlife discussion
• Campbell Farm soil study results and mowing discussion

The Windham Conservation Commission reviewed three Planning Board cases (2021-18, 2021-19, 2021-20) and expressed no concerns with any of the plans as presented. The Board also discussed a spotted turtle sighting, vandalism follow-ups, and Campbell Farm mowing plans. The minutes from May 27, 2021 were approved as amended with a 3-0-1 vote, and the meeting adjourned at 8:40pm.

• Reviewed Case 2021-18 (28 West Shore Road) - no concerns with the plan
• Reviewed Case 2021-19 (67 Rockingham Road) - no concerns with the plan
• Reviewed Case 2021-20 (104 Range Road) - no issues with the plan
• Approved May 27, 2021 draft minutes as amended (3-0-1 vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:40pm (4-0 vote)

Cable Advisory Board

The Windham Cable Advisory Board approved the minutes from December 3, 2020, and received a financial report showing 45.4% of the budget expended, which is on track. The $22,000 annual Comcast check for Special Funds was received and deposited. The board noted the removal of $37,609.20 from Special Funds for new equipment, and discussed ongoing camera repairs.

• Approved the minutes of 12/3/20 by a 3-0 vote.
• Noted the financial report showing 45.4% of budget expended, on track.
• Acknowledged receipt of $22,000 Comcast check for Special Funds, deposited in Trust Funds.
• Noted removal of $37,609.20 from Special Funds for new equipment.
• Adjourned at 7:45pm by a 3-0 vote.

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss the Land Use section of the Master Plan update, along with a technical discussion about OneDrive folders. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Discussion of Master Plan update – Land Use section
• Discussion of OneDrive folders with Eric

The Windham Planning Board held a workshop on June 9, 2021, and reached a consensus to replace OneDrive with a centralized document center for managing digital files, after discussing concerns about editing, deletion, and search functions. The board also discussed the land use draft and Master Plan updates, including a suggestion to study aquifers, but took no formal votes or decisions on those topics.

• Consensus to adopt centralized document center in place of OneDrive

Museum Trustees

The Windham Museum Trustees are meeting to vote on the minutes from their May 12 meeting and receive updates on museum operations. They will discuss an upcoming cleaning workshop on June 12, a software update, the museum telephone, Campbell Farm artifacts, and the Nesmith Library 150th celebration. The agenda is largely routine and administrative.

• Vote to accept minutes of May 12, 2021 meeting
• Cleaning Workshop scheduled for June 12
• Museum software update
• Campbell Farm Artifacts
• Nesmith Library 150th celebration

The Windham Museum Trustees approved a free trial of CatalogIt for a demonstration at the July 14th workshop, and accepted the minutes of the May 12th meeting. They also decided to dispose of spinning rack displays but keep corkboard displays, and discussed several future projects including Campbell Farm artifacts, a National Register ceremony, and cleaning the dedication plaque.

• Approved free trial of CatalogIt for July 14th workshop (5-0)
• Accepted minutes of May 12th meeting (5-0)
• Decided to dispose of spinning rack displays, keep corkboard displays
• Adjourned at 8:16 PM (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several variance requests and appeals, including cases for a dwelling at 19 Rolling Ridge Road, a replacement home at 32 Doiron Road, a dog daycare at 13 Rockingham Road, and a shed at 14 Cristy Road. One case (24-2021) has been withdrawn. The board will also review minutes and hold a planning session.

• Case #17-2021: Appeal of administrative decision requiring variance for dwelling at 19 Rolling Ridge Road
• Case #18-2021: Variance for dwelling with no frontage on town road at 19 Rolling Ridge Road
• Case #20-2021: Variance to expand non-conforming seasonal dwelling at 32 Doiron Road (1,937 to 2,600 sf)
• Case #21-2021: After-the-fact variance for animal exercise area at 13 Rockingham Road (62 ft from rear line vs 100 ft required)
• Case #22-2021: Variance for 10x20 ft shed at 14 Cristy Road (10 ft from lot line vs 30 ft required)

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment denied an appeal of an administrative decision requiring a variance for a home at 19 Rolling Ridge Road, then granted the requested variance and an RSA 674:41 approval for the same property. The board also approved a variance for a replacement home at 32 Doiron Road, a shed at 14 Cristy Road, and continued a dog daycare case. One application was withdrawn.

• Denied appeal of administrative decision for 19 Rolling Ridge Road (4-0)
• Granted variance for single-family home at 19 Rolling Ridge Road (4-0)
• Granted RSA 674:41 approval for home at 19 Rolling Ridge Road (4-0)
• Granted variance for replacement home at 32 Doiron Road (4-0)
• Continued dog daycare variance at 13 Rockingham Road to July 13 (5-0)
• Granted variance for shed at 14 Cristy Road (5-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of drive-thru variance at 1 Sharma Way (5-0)
• Continued rehearing for 46 West Shore Road to July 13 (5-0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board voted unanimously to remove the mask mandate for vaccinated individuals in town buildings, recommending masks for the unvaccinated. They also approved a $745,871 fire truck bid from Allegiance Fire and Rescue, adopted a bond resolution for up to $750,000, and opened town buildings to public use effective immediately except Town Hall on July 6. Several appointments and the release of $210,916.20 in school impact fees were also approved.

• Removed mask mandate for vaccinated in town buildings (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Scout project for benches and bat boxes at Rogers field (unanimous)
• Approved timber tax warrants totaling $2,443.42 (unanimous)
• Awarded fire truck bid to Allegiance Fire and Rescue for $745,871 (unanimous)
• Adopted bond resolution for up to $750,000 for fire engine (unanimous)
• Appointed Zafar Farooqui to Historic District Commission alternate (unanimous)
• Appointed John Klyop to Local Energy Committee alternate (unanimous)
• Released $210,916.20 in school impact fees to School District (unanimous)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The commission is reviewing various historical projects, including the Indian Rock property and Town Common beautification. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a town lot sale and the 150th anniversary of Nesmith Library.

• Town Lot sale/retention lot 3-B-680 Rockingham Road
• Indian Rock Property grant/plaque
• Nesmith Library 150th Celebration
• Town Common Beautification
• Non-public discussion regarding land acquisition

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission voted 5-0 to waive a formal public hearing for the Union Hall restoration project after an informal review, allowing work to proceed. The Commission also voted to retain town-owned lot 3-B-680, with four members against sale and one in favor, and one abstention. Several other updates were provided, including a grant deadline for Indian Rock plaque restoration and upcoming projects.

• Waived formal public hearing for Union Hall restoration (5-0)
• Voted to retain lot 3-B-680 (4 against sale, 1 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Sealed minutes of May 5, 2021 non-public meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review four applications: a withdrawn patio proposal, a dumpster/office addition, a lot-line adjustment, and a major 18-unit senior housing development. The board will also discuss the Master Plan, possible purchase of a town parcel, and approve minutes from three prior meetings.

• Case 2021-12: 30' x 40' patio at Friendly Red's Tavern, 22 Haverhill Road — withdrawn by applicant
• Case 2021-13: second dumpster pad and 24' x 24' office above garage, 10 Harris Road
• Case 2021-11: lot-line adjustment creating 4,309 SF parcel, 18/10/8 Viau Road
• Case 2021-17: 18 senior housing units on 27.5 acres, 5 Bissell Camp Road, with road widening
• Discussion: Master Plan and interest in purchasing town parcel 3-B-680

The Windham Planning Board approved Case 2021-13, a minor site plan for a second dumpster pad at 10 Harris Road, but denied the requested waiver to place it five feet from the lot line. The board also continued two other cases: a lot line adjustment on Viau Road and a major site plan for age-restricted housing on Bissell Camp Road. Additionally, the board voted to recommend against the sale of Parcel 3-B-680 to the Board of Selectmen.

• Denied waiver for dumpster pad 5 feet from lot line (3-3, motion failed)
• Approved Case 2021-13 with conditions (6-0)
• Continued Case 2021-11 lot line adjustment to June 16 (6-0)
• Continued Case 2021-17 age-restricted housing to July 7 (7-0)
• Directed Chair to draft letter not recommending sale of Parcel 3-B-680 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2021 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2021 with edits (6-0, 1 abstention)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss miscellaneous conservation items and to review several zoning and planning cases, including a variance for a drive-thru window, a senior housing development, and a lot line adjustment. The commission will also consider a request to sell a town-owned parcel and discuss vandalism and camera purchases.

• ZBA Case 22-2021: Variance for 10'x20' shed at 14 Cristy Road, 10' from lot line (30' required)
• ZBA Case 24-2021: Variance for drive-thru window at 1 Sharma Way (Gateway Park Pad B)
• PB Case 2021-17: 18-unit senior housing at 5 Bissell Camp Road, 27.5 acres
• PB Case 2021-11: Lot line adjustment at 18, 10, & 8 Viau Road, no construction
• PB Case 2021-16: 8,718 SF retail/office building at Gateway Park Pad B

The Windham Conservation Commission approved a $198,820 reimbursement from the Conservation Land Special Trust Fund for the Clyde Pond loan. The board discussed vandalism on conservation land, including the Landry easement and Deer Leap kiosk, and considered purchasing cameras for monitoring. They also reviewed several planning board cases, expressing concerns about endangered species at a proposed senior housing development and requesting a wildlife study and site walk.

• Approved $198,820 reimbursement for Clyde Pond loan from Conservation Land Special Trust Fund (4-0)
• Approved May 13, 2021 meeting minutes as presented (4-0)
• Adjourned at 9:30 pm (4-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding several property variances. The board will review requests for home expansions, lot size deviations, and animal exercise area setbacks.

• Variance for a replacement single-family home at 32 Doiron Road
• After-the-fact variance for an Animal Exercise Area at 13 Rockingham Road
• Variance for a single-story addition at 48 Castle Hill Road
• Application for Rehearing regarding Case 08-2011 (46 West Shore Road)

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment granted a variance to Alyssa and Peter Panopoulos for a 16' x 22' addition at 48 Castle Hill Road, allowing a reduced front setback and lot area. The board continued two other cases to June 8: a variance request for a replacement dwelling at 32 Doiron Road and an after-the-fact variance for Play All Day Doggy Daycare at 13 Rockingham Road. A rehearing application for 46 West Shore Road was also continued.

• Granted variance for 16'x22' addition at 48 Castle Hill Road (5-0)
• Continued Case #20-2021 (32 Doiron Road replacement dwelling) to June 8 (5-0)
• Continued Case #21-2021 (Play All Day Doggy Daycare) to June 8 (5-0)
• Continued rehearing Case #08-2021 (46 West Shore Road) to June 8 (5-0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board held a non-public session to interview three candidates for the Community Development Director position. The application period closes May 30, and the board will review any additional resumes before deciding on second interviews. No final hiring decision was made.

• Approved accepting two members via Zoom (3-0)
• Approved moving to non-public session (5-0)
• Interviewed three candidates for Community Development Director
• Approved ending non-public session (5-0)
• Approved adjournment (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review six applications, including a lot line adjustment, two major WPOD applications for residential additions, and two minor site plans for a restaurant patio and a commercial office/dumpster area. Public hearings will follow if applications are deemed complete. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to social distancing.

• Case 2021-09: Lot line adjustment at 36 & 38 Highclere Road, conveying 40.7 SF, seeking waivers for Section 601
• Case 2021-10: Major WPOD for 16' x 25' addition at 6 Spring Street, impervious coverage to 21.2%
• Case 2021-12: Minor site plan for 30' x 40' patio at Friendly Red's Tavern, 22 Haverhill Road
• Case 2021-13: Minor site plan for dumpster pad and 24' x 24' office at 10 Harris Road
• Case 2021-14: Major WPOD for 816 SF accessory building at 29 Walkey Road, 22% impervious coverage

The Windham Planning Board approved a final subdivision for a lot line adjustment at 36 & 38 Highclere Road, a major WPOD application for an addition at 6 Spring Street, a major WPOD application for a garage at 29 Walkey Road, and a major WPOD application for an addition at 42 Gaumont Road. The board continued a minor site plan for a patio at 22 Haverhill Road and a minor site plan for a dumpster pad at 10 Harris Road to June 2nd. The board also recommended releasing remaining funds for Wilson and Marden Roads to the developer.

• Approved final subdivision for lot line adjustment at 36 & 38 Highclere Road (7-0)
• Approved major WPOD application for addition at 6 Spring Street (7-0)
• Continued minor site plan for patio at 22 Haverhill Road to June 2nd (7-0)
• Continued minor site plan for dumpster pad at 10 Harris Road to June 2nd (7-0)
• Approved major WPOD application for garage at 29 Walkey Road (6-1)
• Approved major WPOD application for addition at 42 Gaumont Road (7-0)
• Recommended releasing remaining funds for Wilson and Marden Roads to developer (6-0-1)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees accepted the April 20, 2021 minutes with two abstentions, and planned interim operations following the coordinator's resignation, with Paula screening emails, Cheryl handling bookings, and Maureen coordinating. They also discussed filling the position, approved moving forward with indoor events after selectmen's go-ahead, and agreed the Towle woodwork bid was not feasible. No formal votes were recorded on these items.

• Accepted April 20, 2021 minutes (4 in favor, 2 abstentions)
• Interim plan approved for coordinator duties: Paula screens emails, Cheryl handles bookings, Maureen coordinates
• Agreed to proceed with indoor events after selectmen's go-ahead
• Agreed Towle woodwork bid is not feasible
• Tabled garden plan discussion until next meeting

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will review the current drought status and decide whether to keep Level 1 outdoor watering restrictions, including a waiver request from a property owner. The board will also consider issuing land use change tax bills and granting or denying abatements, adopt rules for the Hayes Hart Boat Ramp, and discuss resuming indoor events at Searles School & Chapel.

• Consider maintaining Level 1 drought restrictions and waiver request for 20 Ashton Park Road
• Accept $2,000 donation from Windham Lacrosse
• Issue land use change tax bills totaling $157,500 across six properties
• Consider 23 tax abatement requests ranging from $0 to $2,377.86
• Adopt proposed rules for Hayes Hart Boat Ramp use

The Select Board approved a $64,260 bid to Advanced Radon Mitigation for point-of-entry water filtration systems for PFOS contamination, with a 4-1 vote. They also voted to reopen the Searles School and Chapel on June 7 without a mask requirement, and removed drought restrictions in favor of voluntary conservation. Numerous committee appointments and tax abatements were approved.

• Awarded POE filtration bid to Advanced Radon Mitigation, Option 2, $64,260 for 17 systems (4-1)
• Reopened Searles School and Chapel June 7, no mask requirement (4-1)
• Removed Level 1 drought restrictions, posted voluntary conservation (unanimous)
• Approved Hayes Hart boat ramp rules with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved 20 tax abatements, denied 6 (various votes)
• Appointed members to multiple committees (unanimous)
• Authorized Nault's as boat agent for new registrations (4-1)
• Awarded Tax Anticipation Note to Northway Bank at 0.6% (4-1)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission voted 5-0 to allow Andrew Butler from UNH's Department of Natural Resources and the Environment to install wildlife cameras on Conservation Land, including at Deer Leap and Foster's Pond, for data collection. The board also sealed non-public minutes from April 22, 2021, approved the public minutes with one abstention, and discussed updates on Campbell Farm, Clyde Pond parking, and Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond.

• Approved UNH wildlife camera installation on Conservation Land (5-0)
• Sealed non-public minutes for April 22, 2021 until May 22, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved public minutes for April 22, 2021 as amended (4-0-1, Feldberg abstained)

Museum Trustees

The Windham Museum Trustees are meeting to vote on accepting the minutes from the February 12, 2020 meeting, consider museum trustee applicants, and discuss the workshop/museum opening schedule. They will also address Campbell Farm artifacts in storage, the museum website, and the museum telephone. The agenda is largely procedural and operational, with no major financial or policy decisions listed.

• Vote to accept minutes of February 12, 2020 meeting
• Museum Trustee applicants
• Workshop/museum opening schedule
• Campbell Farm artifacts in storage
• Museum Website and Telephone

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including meeting with police and fire officials, the Master Plan, and the acceptance of Wilson and Marden roads. The board will also review and approve minutes from the April 21 meeting. The meeting is held via Zoom due to social distancing, with limited in-person attendance.

• Meet with Windham Police & Fire Officials
• Discuss Master Plan
• Wilson & Marden Road acceptance
• Review and approval of minutes: 4/21
• Meeting held via Zoom; in-person limited to 10 people

The Windham Planning Board held a workshop with fire and police chiefs to discuss cul-de-sac lengths, turnarounds, and road safety. No formal decisions were made, but the board agreed to meet with the NH Housing Authority and consider hearing from Neighborhood Works. Road acceptances were postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of 4-21-21 (5-0-2, Mason and Carpenter abstaining)
• Agreed to meet with NH Housing Authority and then consider Neighborhood Works
• Postponed road acceptances to next meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five cases, including a continued variance request for a home addition and year-round conversion, two appeals regarding a property without road frontage, and a deck setback variance. The board will also review meeting minutes and hold planning sessions.

• Case #15-2021: Variance to expand seasonal home at 26 First Street from 1,025 to 1,550 sq ft and increase volume, with multiple setback and frontage relief.
• Case #19-2021: Variance for a 236 sq ft replacement deck at 28 West Shore Road with reduced side and front setbacks.
• Case #17-2021: Appeal of administrative decision requiring a variance for construction at 19 Rolling Ridge Road.
• Case #18-2021: Variance request for a single-family dwelling and garage on a 2.881-acre parcel with no public road frontage.
• Case #25-2021: Appeal under RSA 674:41 to build on a parcel with deeded right-of-way but no qualifying frontage.

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment granted two variance requests. The first allows an addition and year-round conversion of a seasonal home at 26 First Street. The second permits a replacement deck at 28 West Shore Road. Three related cases for a property at 19 Rolling Ridge Road were continued to June 8, 2021, for consultation with town counsel.

• Granted variance for home addition and year-round conversion at 26 First Street (5-0)
• Granted variance for 236 SF replacement deck at 28 West Shore Road (5-0)
• Continued three cases for 19 Rolling Ridge Road to June 8, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved April 27, 2021 draft minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved April 29, 2021 draft minutes as amended (5-0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board held a special meeting to select 20 observers for the SB43 audit, which is mandated by law. After discussion, the board voted on each candidate individually, appointing 20 observers and one alternate. A motion to remove election officials from the list failed for lack of a second.

• Appointed 20 observers to SB43 audit, including Kristi St. Laurent, Nicole Bottai, Peter Griffin, and others
• Appointed Roland Shrull as alternate observer (4-1)
• Motion to remove election officials from observer list failed for lack of a second
• Appointed Tanya Russell denied (2-3)
• Appointed Tony Roman (3-2)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss applications, permits, and ongoing business, including a demolition watch list and properties on Range Road. The agenda includes updates from the Technical Review Committee and Design Review Committee, as well as communications on various historic sites. The meeting will also enter non-public session for land acquisition discussions.

• Demolition/Substantial Renovations watch list (Section 719)
• 88 Range Road – Robert Armstrong 'West' House
• Building permits for 110 Range Road
• Pine Hill Road stone culvert/pond and Cobbett's Pond bridge
• Non-public session per RSA 91-A for land acquisition

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission approved a 12' x 14' deck plan for a modern addition to the historic home at 110 Range Road, and approved construction of small wooden bridges on the bicycle trail near the Gage Lands sheep pen. Both motions passed 5-0. The commission also created a sub-committee, entered non-public session, and discussed various updates on restoration projects.

• Approved deck plan at 110 Range Road (5-0)
• Approved wooden bridges at Gage Lands sheep pen (5-0)
• Created HDC/HC Sub-Committee (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April meeting (5-0)
• Entered non-public session per RSA 91-A:3(d) & (1) (5-0)
• Exited non-public session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:56 PM (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on three applications: a 16-lot subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road, a site plan for six residential units at 67 Rockingham Road, and a conceptual 4-lot subdivision at 10 Allen Road. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings and discuss other business.

• Case 2021-05: Woodside North Subdivision, 33 London Bridge Road, 16 single-family lots on 41.63 acres, WWPD special permit
• Case 2021-07: 67 Rockingham Road, renovation and new carriage house for six one-bedroom units, 14 parking spaces, WWPD special permit
• Case 2021-08: 10 Allen Road, conceptual 4-lot subdivision on private road
• Review of minutes from 4/14/21, 4/17/21, and 4/21/21

The Windham Planning Board voted unanimously to end the design review process for the proposed Woodside North subdivision, a 16-home development on 41 acres at 33 London Bridge Road. The decision came after discussion about road length, wetlands, and wildlife concerns, with the applicant stating they would not request any waivers. The board also opened two other cases as conceptual reviews: a mixed-use building renovation at 67 Rockingham Road and a four-lot subdivision at 10 Allen Road.

• Ended design review for Woodside North subdivision, 16 homes at 33 London Bridge Road (7-0)
• Opened Case 2021-07 (67 Rockingham Road renovation) as conceptual review (7-0)
• Closed conceptual review for Case 2021-07 (7-0)
• Opened Case 2021-08 (10 Allen Road subdivision) as conceptual review (6-0)
• Closed conceptual review for Case 2021-08 (6-0)
• Approved site walk minutes of 4-17-21 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of 4-14-21 with edits (6-0)
• Approved minutes of 4-21-21 with date correction (6-0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will review the current drought status and decide whether to implement outdoor watering restrictions. They will also consider accepting donations, including $13,000 for the Moeckel Pond Project, and decide on issuing land use change tax bills and abatements. The board will review the Q1 financial report, re-affirm the town investment policy, and finalize 2021 goals.

• Consider drought restrictions
• Accept donations: $13,000 Moeckel Pond, $10,000 Searles, $2,500 Indian Rock Plaque, $2,000 Recreation
• Issue land use change tax bills totaling $157,500
• Consider 23 tax abatements
• Review Hayes Hart Boat Ramp draft rules

The Windham Select Board held a contentious meeting where Selectman Breton requested reconsideration of the 3-1 vote to select Mark Lindeman for the SB43 election audit. The request failed for lack of a motion, as no other board member would second it. The board also approved Level 1 watering restrictions due to moderate drought, accepted donations, awarded a catch basin cleaning bid, and discussed draft rules for the Hayes Hart Road boat ramp.

• Request to reconsider election audit vendor selection failed for lack of a motion
• Approved Level 1 watering restrictions (unanimous)
• Accepted $10,000, $2,500, and up to $13,000 donations from Windham Endowment for Community Advancement (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,000 donation from Homeyer Consulting for summer concerts (unanimous)
• Awarded catch basin cleaning bid to Bellemore at $150/hour (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed Town Investment Policy (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 2/8, 4/5, and 4/19 as amended (unanimous)
• Tabled Nault's boat agent authorization request until 5/17

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing regarding an application for rehearing for Case 06-2021 at 17 Second Street. The board will also review and approve several sets of previous meeting minutes.

• Public Hearing: Application for Rehearing – Case 06-2021 (17 Second Street)
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from December 2020 through April 2021
• Discussion regarding ZBA By-Laws and procedures

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment voted 4-1 to take no further action on Case 04-2021 (17 Lake Shore Road), effectively upholding the previously granted variance without conditions. The board also denied a rehearing request for Case 06-2021 (17 Second Street) by a 5-0 vote, finding no new information or technical error. All draft minutes from December 2020 through April 2021 were approved, and the board noted the recent resignation of the ZBA Administrator and Kevin Hughes' decision not to seek another term as alternate.

• Took no further action on Case 04-2021 (17 Lake Shore Road) variance, 4-1
• Denied rehearing request for Case 06-2021 (17 Second Street), 5-0
• Approved Dec 15, 2020 draft minutes as amended, 4-0-1
• Approved Jan 12, 2021 draft minutes as amended, 5-0
• Approved Feb 9, 2021 draft minutes as amended, 5-0
• Approved Feb 20, 2021 site walk draft minutes as amended, 5-0
• Approved Feb 23, 2021 draft minutes as amended, 5-0
• Approved Mar 23, Apr 6, and Apr 13, 2021 draft minutes as amended, 5-0 each

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance requests, all submitted by Benchmark Engineering, Inc., seeking relief from zoning ordinances to allow construction or expansion of residential structures. The board will also review minutes from prior meetings and hold planning sessions. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Case #14-2021: 104 Range Road – variance to add 19'x6' farmer's porch, increase SFD area from 2,480 to 2,552 sf and volume from 24,000 to 24,576 cu/ft, and reduce front yard setback from 50' to 34'.
• Case #15-2021: 26 First Street – variance to expand seasonal dwelling to year-round, increase area from 1,025 to 1,550 sf and volume from 16,400 to 20,600 cu/ft, reduce lot size from 50,000 sf to 10,840 sf, reduce frontage from 175' to 87', and reduce setbacks.
• Case #16-2021: Coburn Road – variance to build new home on 3-acre lot with frontage on discontinued road and NH Route 111 instead of required Class V road frontage.
• Application for Rehearing – Case 06-2021: 17 Second Street
• Review and approve minutes from 12/15/20, 1/12/21, 2/9/21, 2/20/21, 2/23/21, 3/23/21, and 04/06/21

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests and continued one case. Case #14-2021 (104 Range Road) was granted to allow a farmer's porch addition, and Case #16-2021 (Coburn Road) was granted to allow construction of a new single-family home on a lot without frontage on a Class V road. Case #15-2021 (26 First Street) was continued to the May 11, 2021 meeting for further discussion on porous pavement.

• Granted variance for farmer's porch addition at 104 Range Road (5-0)
• Granted variance for new single-family home on Coburn Road with conditions (5-0)
• Continued Case #15-2021 (26 First Street) to May 11, 2021 (4-0-1)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will deliberate and select the town's designee to participate in the forensic audit as provided for in SB43. This decision follows a public input deadline of 4PM on 4/23, and no further input will be accepted. The board may also hold non-public sessions if necessary.

• Selection of town designee for forensic audit per SB43
• Public input deadline passed on 4/23
• Possible non-public session(s)
• Meeting held at 7:00 PM on April 26, 2021
• COVID-19 procedures in effect

The Windham Select Board voted 3-1 to appoint Mark Lindeman as the town's designee for the SB43 forensic audit, with Selectman Bruce Breton opposed. The board also approved three tax forbearance agreements and accepted a resignation in nonpublic session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Mark Lindeman as town designee for forensic audit (3-1)
• Approved tax forbearance agreement until June 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved tax forbearance agreement until May 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted Michael Speidel's resignation from Historic District Commission (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss land acquisition, site-walk reviews, and three variance requests from Benchmark Engineering for properties in the Rural District and Cobbett's Pond/Canobie Lake Watershed Protection Overlay District. The commission will also review meeting minutes and receive updates on Clyde Pond and Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond.

• Variance request for 104 Range Road to add a 19'x6' farmer's porch, increasing dwelling size from 2,480 to 2,552 sq ft and reducing front yard setback to 34' where 50' is required.
• Variance request for 26 First Street to expand a seasonal dwelling to year-round use, increasing size from 1,025 to 1,550 sq ft, with multiple setback and lot size reductions.
• Variance request for Coburn Road property to build a new home on 3 acres with frontage on a discontinued road and NH Route 111 instead of a Class V road.
• Non-public session per RSA 91-A for HDHC land acquisition.
• Site-walk reviews for Campbell Farm, London Bridge, and Wood Meadows.

The Windham Conservation Commission met on April 22, 2021, and entered non-public session to discuss land acquisition, voting 4-0 to enter and exit. The Commission reviewed three variance requests from Benchmark Engineering for properties on Range Road, First Street, and Coburn Road, but took no formal votes on them. They also discussed site walks at Campbell Farm, London Bridge, and Wood Meadows, and approved minutes from April 8 and April 17, 2021.

• Entered non-public session for HDHC/land acquisition (4-0)
• Exited non-public session (4-0)
• Approved April 8, 2021 draft minutes as amended (3-0-1)
• Approved April 17, 2021 site walk minutes as presented (3-0-1)
• Adjourned at 8:55 pm (4-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on two applications: a 16-lot subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road requiring a Wetlands and Watershed Protection District special permit, and a lot line adjustment between 30 and 32 London Bridge Road. The board will also discuss the Master Plan and other business, and review minutes from the April 7 meeting.

• Case 2021-05: Woodside North Subdivision, 33 London Bridge Road, 41.63-acre parcel into 16 single-family lots with 2,200-ft cul-de-sac, WWPD special permit
• Case 2021-06: Lot line adjustment between 30 & 32 London Bridge Road, conveying 2,950 SF between parcels 20-D-2302 and 20-D-2301
• Waivers requested for Section 601.2.1, 601.5.5, 601.19, 601.21, and 601.23 for the lot line adjustment
• Master Plan discussion and WEDC representative report
• Meeting held via Zoom; in-person attendance limited to 10 people

The Windham Planning Board approved a final subdivision application for a lot line adjustment between two residential parcels at 30 and 32 London Bridge Road, with conditions including meeting staff requirements and adding wells and septic to the plan. The board also continued a design review case for the Woodside North Subdivision to May 5 due to improper abutters notification, and appointed two new alternate members.

• Appointed Alan Carpenter and Dave Curto as alternate members (unanimous)
• Continued Case 2021-05 (Woodside North Subdivision) to May 5 (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of intensive soils map (601.2.1) for lot line adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of abutting well location (601.5.8) (unanimous)
• Approved waivers of 601.1.9, 601.2.1, 601.2.3 (unanimous)
• Approved Case 2021-06 lot line adjustment with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 4-7-21 with edits (6-0-1, Post abstaining)

Searles Trustees

The Searles School & Chapel Trustees voted to recommend Frank Merchel's appointment as a trustee to the Board of Selectmen, with six in favor and one abstention. They also approved the March 16, 2021 meeting minutes with a correction, and set a September 1st target for reopening indoor events. Non-profit outdoor rental fees were set at $50 (no building access) and $200 (with building access) until the building fully reopens.

• Recommended Frank Merchel as trustee to BoS (6-1 abstention)
• Approved March 16, 2021 minutes with vendor name correction
• Set non-profit outdoor rental fees: $50 (no access) and $200 (with access)
• Targeted September 1 for indoor event reopening
• Discussed waiving bid process for woodwork project
• Tabled handicap accessway discussion due to Dennis S. absence

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will meet to discuss the SB43 forensic election audit, including accepting public suggestions for participants, and to review the Q1 Finance Report. They will also consider re-affirming the Town Investment Policy, award bids for a Fire Department copier and carpet replacement, and discuss the Hayes Hart Road Boat Ramp in relation to the deed language from warrant article 17. The meeting includes routine items like board goals, old/new business, and recurring administrative matters.

• SB43 Forensic Election Audit: public suggestions for audit participants
• Q1 Finance Report presentation by Finance Director
• Annual re-affirmation of Town Investment Policy
• Bid awards: Fire Department copier and carpet replacement for Police and Administration
• Hayes Hart Road Boat Ramp: discussion on adhering to deed language per warrant article 17

The Board voted unanimously to rescind its co-chair structure and elected Ross McLeod as Chairman and Heath Partington as Vice-Chair. The Board held a public input session for selecting a designee for the SB43 election audit, hearing from multiple applicants, but made no selection. It also approved proceeding with a bond bank for a new tanker truck, awarded a copier purchase and a carpeting contract, and continued the mask mandate for town buildings.

• Reorganized Board leadership: elected Ross McLeod as Chairman and Heath Partington as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with bond bank for tanker truck financing (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of new copier from United Business Machines for $4,097 (unanimous)
• Awarded carpeting contract to Messina Carpeting not to exceed $31,300 (4-1, Hohenberger opposed)
• Adopted liaison assignments as amended (unanimous)
• Continued mask mandate for town buildings (4-1, Hohenberger opposed)
• Approved minutes of 4/12 as written (unanimous)
• Entered non-public session for legal, personnel, and reputation matters (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is holding a site walk at two locations to discuss land management and public access. At Campbell Farm, they will discuss possible hay harvesting of fields and trail proposals. At Wood Meadows Estates, they will discuss access points and trail heads to Conservation and Forestry land, including trails to Spear Hill Road from Settlers Ridge Road.

• Campbell Farm: discuss possible hay harvesting of fields and trail proposals
• Wood Meadows Estates: discuss access points and trail heads to Conservation and Forestry land
• Discussion of trails to access Spear Hill Rd (class VI road) from Settlers Ridge Rd

The Conservation Commission conducted two site walks on April 17, 2021. At Campbell Farm, they discussed agricultural use, invasive plants, and trail planning with Guy Steucek, who recommended delaying decisions and reading 'Dirt to Soil'. At the Glendenin Rd cul-de-sac, they identified trailhead width and drainage issues, and scheduled a future walk with the developer. No formal decisions were made.

• No formal decisions made; site walks only
• Scheduled future site walk with developer for Glendenin Rd
• Revisited hay option at Campbell Farm later in summer

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a public site walk for a proposed subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road. The applicant seeks approval for a 16-lot single-family subdivision requiring a special permit for work in the Wetlands and Watershed Protection District.

• Site walk for Case 2021-05, Woodside North Subdivision
• 16 single-family house lots on 41.63 acres
• New cul-de-sac approximately 2,200 feet long
• Special permit required for WWPD
• Applicant: Peter Zohdi of Edward N. Herbert Associates, LLC

The Planning Board conducted a site walk at 33 London Bridge Road to review a proposed subdivision. No formal decisions were made; the group discussed lot lines, house placement, and the wetlands area. The case is expected to be heard again at a future meeting.

• No formal decisions made during site walk

Local Energy Committee

The Windham Local Energy Committee is meeting to discuss old business, including a presentation on Community Power Aggregation, an update on a vehicle charging station presentation to the Board of Selectmen, and a report on the Nesmith Library contract. The meeting is open to the public with COVID-19 safety procedures in place.

• Community Power Aggregation presentation by Henry Herndon of Community Power Coalition
• Update on Vehicle Charging Station presentation to Board of Selectmen
• Report on Nesmith Library Contract Status

The Local Energy Committee heard a presentation from Henry Herndon of the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire about community power programs. The committee approved the March 16, 2021 minutes by a 5-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned by a 5-0 vote.

• Approved March 16, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including meeting with the Design Review Committee and School Board members, finalizing the Master Plan Vision Section, interviewing four candidates for Planning Board alternate vacancies, and considering acceptance of Weston Road. The board will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Finalize Master Plan Vision Section
• Interview four candidates for Planning Board alternate vacancies
• Discuss Weston Road acceptance
• Meet with Design Review Committee
• Review and approve minutes from 2/17 and 3/3

The Windham Planning Board held a workshop on April 14, 2021, where they adopted the Vision Statement for the 2021 Master Plan with amendments, including placing 'rural oasis' in quotation marks. They also interviewed four applicants for three alternate positions, discussed impact fees with the School Board, and declined to release a $53,253.82 escrow for a road acceptance due to unmet conditions. The board also discussed the WEDC liaison role but took no formal action.

• Adopted 2021 Master Plan Vision Statement with amendments (6-1, Post opposed)
• Approved minutes of 2-17-21 with edits (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 12-16-20 with edits (unanimous)
• Consensus to not release $53,253.82 escrow for road acceptance until conditions met
• Motion to enter non-public session for reputation (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings regarding requested relief from specific zoning setbacks for properties on Golden Brook Road, Range Road, and Crestwood Road. The board will also review and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Case #11-2021: Request to increase structure volume at 23 Golden Brook Road via a second floor addition
• Case #12-2021: Request to install a freestanding sign at 61 Range Road
• Case #13-2021: Request for a detached garage setback relief at 7 Crestwood Road

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved three variance requests: a second-floor addition at 23 Golden Brook Road, a freestanding sign at 61 Range Road, and a detached garage at 7 Crestwood Road. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The board also discussed potential joint meeting with the Planning Board and procedural changes.

• Approved variance for second-floor addition at 23 Golden Brook Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for freestanding sign at 61 Range Road (5-0)
• Approved variance for detached garage at 7 Crestwood Road (5-0)
• Adjourned at 9:00 pm (5-0)

Select Board

The Board discussed the new requirement under SB43 to select a forensic auditor and agreed on a process: public input at the April 19 meeting, written submissions due by April 23, and a decision in non-public session on April 26. No final auditor was chosen. The Board also entered non-public sessions for a personnel matter and the Salem agreement, with no decisions made.

• Agreed to hear public input on forensic auditor candidates at 4/19 meeting
• Set 4/23 deadline for written public input on auditor candidates
• Scheduled non-public decision on auditor selection for 4/26
• Recessed for non-meeting with Town Counsel (all yes)
• Entered non-public session for personnel matter (all yes)
• Entered non-public session for Salem agreement status (all yes)
• Adjourned at 9:23 PM (all yes)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is conducting a site walk at 4 New Road. This is a field inspection, not a decision-making meeting.

• Site walk at 4 New Road

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss routine updates and a Planning Board case involving a lot line adjustment at 30 & 32 London Bridge Road. The commission will also review meeting minutes and may enter non-public session. The agenda includes updates on various town properties and projects.

• Planning Board Case 2021-06: Final Subdivision Approval, Lot Line Adjustment at 30 & 32 London Bridge Road (Parcels 20-D-2302 & 20-D-2301), conveying 2,950 SF each
• Campbell Farm discussion: field haying and trail project
• Clyde Pond updates: parking area project and trail map edits
• Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond updates: road signs, parking issue, kiosk rules
• Meeting minutes review and approval for 3/25/21

The Windham Conservation Commission voted 5-0 to name the northwesternmost new loop trail at Foster's Pond the Marsh Trail, and also voted 5-0 to approve kiosk rules for the Moeckel Pond/Deer Leap kiosk. The board discussed several ongoing projects, including surveys at Ashton Park and Woodmeadows, a potential haying arrangement at Campbell Farm, and a parking area project at Clyde Pond, but took no formal action on these items. The minutes from March 25, 2021 were approved 3-0-2 with two abstentions.

• Named northwesternmost new loop trail at Foster's Pond the Marsh Trail (5-0)
• Approved kiosk rules for Moeckel Pond/Deer Leap kiosk as presented (5-0)
• Approved March 25, 2021 draft minutes (3-0-2)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on three applications: a final subdivision at 10 Enterprise Drive, a kennel conditional use permit at 7 Mitchell Pond Road, and a design review subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road. The board will also discuss old and new business, including McDonald's sign replacements, the Master Plan Vision Section, and board vacancies, and consider road acceptance for Weston Road.

• Final subdivision approval for 5 single-family lots at 10 Enterprise Drive (Case 2020-17)
• Kennel conditional use permit for dog breeding at 7 Mitchell Pond Road (Case 2021-04)
• Design review for 16-lot subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road (Case 2021-05)
• Discussion of free-standing sign replacements for McDonald's (Parcel 17-H-1)
• Road acceptance for Weston Road

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two continued sign variance requests (McDonald's at 124B Indian Rock Road and Indian Rock Office Park at 1B Wall Street) and a deliberative session on a variance for a new single-family dwelling at 46 West Shore Road. The board will also review and approve past meeting minutes and hold planning sessions.

• Case #09-2021: McDonald's seeks variance for three wall signs (two 48 sf, one 46.5 sf) at 124B Indian Rock Road, exceeding the two-sign limit.
• Case #10-2021: Indian Rock Office Park II seeks variance for larger tenant signs (150 sf each) and a 30 sf building name sign at 1B Wall Street, exceeding the 100 sf or 10% facade limit.
• Case #08-2021: Variance for new 1,813 sf dwelling on non-conforming 4,791 sf lot at 46 West Shore Road, requiring reduced setbacks and frontage.
• Meeting minutes to be reviewed: 12/15/20, 1/12/21, 2/9/21, 2/20/21 Site Walk, 2/23/21, 3/23/21.

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two sign variance requests and denied one for a new home. The board granted variances for McDonald's at 124B Indian Rock Road to install three wall signs, and for Indian Rock Office Park II at 1B Wall Street to install multiple tenant signs. It denied a variance for a new single-family dwelling at 46 West Shore Road.

• Granted McDonald's sign variances (5-0) for three wall signs at 124B Indian Rock Road
• Granted Indian Rock Office Park II sign variances (5-0) for 14 tenant signs at 1B Wall Street
• Denied variance for new home at 46 West Shore Road (5-0) citing all five criteria not met

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will hold a public hearing to formally accept a $57,000 donation of 38 conference room/office executive chairs from AJ Letizio Enterprise Center. The board will also consider accepting other recreation donations, authorizing American Legion Post 109 to use its town-leased facility for an Open House, and relocating catch basin cleanings to town property off Northland Road. Discussions include a possible grant application for an electric vehicle charging station and the role of the Windham Economic Development Committee.

• Public hearing on accepting $57,000 chair donation from AJ Letizio Enterprise Center
• Acceptance of donations for recreation events/equipment
• American Legion Post 109 request to use leased facility for May 1 Open House
• Authorization to relocate catch basin cleanings to town property off Northland Road
• Discussion of grant application for electric vehicle charging station

The Windham Select Board accepted a $57,000 donation of office chairs from A. Letizio Enterprise Center, approved four recreation donations, allowed the American Legion to use its building for membership functions without prior Board approval, and permitted the General Services Director to deposit catch basin cleanings at Spruce Pond for one year. The Board also discussed an electric vehicle charging station proposal and heard from the Economic Development Committee about its role and concerns, but took no formal action on those items.

• Accepted $57,000 chair donation from A. Letizio Enterprise Center (unanimous)
• Approved four recreation donations totaling $659.24 (unanimous)
• Allowed American Legion building use for membership functions and May 1 event (unanimous)
• Permitted catch basin cleanings at Spruce Pond for one year (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 2/22 and 3/22 as written (unanimous)
• Authorized in-house police dispatcher training (unanimous)
• Approved conditional offer for PT Assistant Town Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved tax forbearance extensions and settlement agreement (2-1 on settlement)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss current and ongoing business, including several heritage sites and projects. No applications or permits are on the agenda, and the meeting will follow COVID-19 procedures with limited in-person attendance and remote participation options.

• Garaphelia Park
• Gov. Dinsmore Wall
• Golden Brook/Fessenden's Mill site
• 88 Range Road
• Pine Hill Road stone culvert/pond

The Windham Historic District / Heritage Committee approved a contract with Rock of Ages for the restoration of the Governor Dinsmore plaque, selecting Option 4b to preserve original lettering. The committee also renewed its subscription to the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance newsletter. Several updates were provided, including plans for Garaphelia Park, a historic district designation for Indian Rock in 2022, and a ground-penetrating radar assessment finding unmarked graves at the Cemetery on the Hill.

• Approved contract with Rock of Ages for Governor Dinsmore plaque restoration (Option 4b), 5-0.
• Renewed subscription to New Hampshire Preservation Alliance newsletter, 5-0.
• Approved minutes of March 4, 2021 meeting, 5-0.
• Adjourned meeting at 8:24 PM, 5-0.

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss miscellaneous items, review three variance requests from the Zoning Board of Appeals, and consider a proposed 16-lot subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road. The meeting includes public participation via Zoom and in-person with COVID-19 precautions.

• Variance for second-floor addition at 23 Golden Brook Road (Case #11-2021)
• Variance for freestanding sign at 61 Range Road (Case #12-2021)
• Variance for detached garage at 7 Crestwood Road (Case #13-2021)
• Woodside North Subdivision: 16 single-family lots on 41.63 acres at 33 London Bridge Road
• Boy Scout trail marker project at Fosters Pond

The Windham Conservation Commission approved a Boy Scout project to add trail markers and arrows at Foster's Pond, with a 4-0 vote. The board also reviewed three zoning variance cases and found no conservation impacts, offering no comments. They discussed the Woodside North Subdivision and planned a joint site walk with the Planning Board.

• Approved the Boy Scout trail marker project at Foster's Pond (4-0).
• Found no conservation impacts for ZBA Case #11-2021 (23 Golden Brook Road) and left it to the Zoning Board.
• Found no conservation impacts for ZBA Case #12-2021 (61 Range Road) and had no comment.
• Found no conservation impacts for ZBA Case #13-2021 (7 Crestwood Road) and had no comment.
• Discussed the Woodside North Subdivision and planned a joint site walk with the Planning Board.
• Approved the March 11, 2021 draft minutes (4-0).
• Adjourned at 9:05 pm (4-0).

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss project ideas for 2021, fill board alternate vacancies, receive liaison reports, and approve minutes from prior meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific zoning or development items listed.

• Planning Board project ideas for 2021
• Planning Board Alternates – vacancies advertised, deadline April 3, 2021
• Liaison report(s) to Planning Board
• Review and approval of minutes: 2/3/21, 2/10/21, 2/17/21, & 3/3/21

The Windham Planning Board held a workshop and voted unanimously to begin the process of revoking the site plan for Sawyer Road due to water quality issues and violations of approval conditions. The board also discussed priorities for the upcoming year, including gathering more data, meeting with state agencies, and focusing on the Master Plan. No other formal decisions were made.

• Voted to begin revoking Sawyer Road site plan (7-0)
• Discussed adding alternate board positions, no vote
• Agreed to review Vision Statement at next workshop
• Rounds to contact NH Housing Authority for presentation

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a variance request for a new single-family dwelling at 17 Second Street, citing failure to meet four of the five variance criteria. The board also continued the variance case for 46 West Shore Road to April 6, 2021, and voted to reconsider a previously granted deck variance based on a fire department letter.

• Denied variance for replacement dwelling at 17 Second Street (5-0)
• Continued Case #08-2021 (46 West Shore Road) to April 6, 2021 (5-0)
• Continued Cases #09-2021 and #10-2021 to April 6, 2021 (5-0)
• Reconsidered Case #04-2021 based on fire department letter (5-0)
• Re-elected Mike Scholz as Chairman and Nick Shea as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Retained Pam Skinner as Secretary (5-0)

Stormwater Management Committee

The Stormwater Management Committee discussed the third-year dry weather screening and agreed it will occur in May or June. All outfalls will be visited, and any with water flow will be tested. John and Dennis will conduct the screening with an HTA representative, and Heidi will provide a proposal and a list of test supplies.

• Agreed to conduct dry weather screening in May or June
• All outfalls will be visited and tested for water flow
• John and Dennis will conduct screening with an HTA representative
• Heidi will provide a proposal for HTA support and testing
• Heidi will follow up with a list of test supplies and equipment

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will consider waiving the standard bid process to purchase a police cruiser using a regional consortium. The board will also discuss extending the COVID Families First Pay Allowance through June and consider a resident request to raise the Armenian flag. Additionally, the board will review an abatement application for a property on North Lowell Road.

• Waive bid process for police cruiser purchase via regional consortium
• Extend COVID Families First Pay Allowance through June (up to 80 hours)
• Consider resident request to raise Armenian flag on April 23/24
• Review abatement application for Lot 6C-606, 80 North Lowell Road ($3,635)

The Board reorganized with Ross McLeod and Heath Partington as co-chairmen, approved a bid waiver and purchase of a police cruiser, granted a property tax abatement, extended the COVID-19 pay allowance to July 1, and approved conditional job offers for a Town Planner and ZBA/Code Enforcement Administrator, plus a promotion for the Deputy Assessor. The Board also voted to issue a proclamation for Armenian Genocide remembrance and to allow interior photos at Searles.

• Approved Ross McLeod and Heath Partington as co-chairmen (all yes).
• Approved bid waiver and purchase of a Chevy Equinox cruiser for $26,823.75 (all yes).
• Authorized Finance Director to negotiate adding the cruiser to existing lease (all yes).
• Granted abatement request 6-C-606 for 80 North Lowell Road, $3,635.00 (all yes).
• Extended COVID-19 Families First pay allowance to July 1 (all yes).
• Cancelled the Windham Election Integrity Committee (all yes).
• Approved conditional offer for Town Planner at Grade 20 Step 3 (all yes).
• Approved conditional offer for ZBA/Code Enforcement Administrator at Grade 17 Step 2 (all yes).

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on two subdivision applications: a five-lot residential subdivision at 10 Enterprise Drive and a minor subdivision at 84-88 Range Road. The board will also hold a public hearing to update the town's stormwater regulations, replacing existing sections in the Site Plan and Subdivision Regulations. One application, a kennel conditional use permit at 7 Mitchell Pond Road, has been rescheduled to April 7 due to a notification defect.

• Final subdivision approval for 5 single-family lots on 16.7 acres at 10 Enterprise Drive (Case 2020-17)
• Minor subdivision of 1.97 acres into two lots at 84-88 Range Road, including the East House office building (Case 2021-03)
• Public hearing to update Stormwater Regulations (Section 1500 of Site Plan Regs, Section 1003 of Subdivision Regs)
• Kennel conditional use permit at 7 Mitchell Pond Road rescheduled to April 7, 2021 (Case 2021-04)
• Review of minutes from six prior meetings (12/16/20 through 3/3/21)

The Windham Planning Board approved a minor subdivision at 84-88 Range Road, dividing a nearly 2-acre lot into two lots, with conditions from the Keach-Nordstrom memo. The board also adopted new Stormwater Regulations, replacing section 1500 in site plan regulations and section 10.03 in subdivision regulations. A final subdivision for 10 Enterprise Drive was continued to April 7th. The board also appointed Derek Monson as Chair and Joe Bradley as Vice Chair.

• Approved Case 2021-03, minor subdivision at 84-88 Range Road, conditioned on meeting items from the March 11, 2021 Keach-Nordstrom memo.
• Approved waiver of Section 601.2.1 (HISS Soils) for the Range Road subdivision.
• Approved waiver of Section 605.5 (adjustment of 90 degrees to 80) for the Range Road subdivision.
• Continued Case 2020-17, final subdivision at 10 Enterprise Drive, to April 7th.
• Adopted the Windham Stormwater Regulations, replacing section 1500 in site plan regulations and section 10.03 in subdivision regulations.
• Appointed Derek Monson as Chair and Joe Bradley as Vice Chair.
• Approved minutes of January 27, 2021.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports on the Nesmith Library warrant article and contract, discuss plans for Community Power Aggregation, and get updates on electric vehicle charging stations. They will also discuss a presentation on a Carbon Fee and Dividend for the Board of Selectmen.

• Report on Nesmith Library Warrant Article and Contract Status
• Community Power Aggregation plans for April meeting
• Update on Vehicle Charging Stations for Windham
• Discussion of Carbon Fee and Dividend presentation for Board of Selectmen

The Local Energy Committee voted 5-0 to authorize John Gage to prepare and deliver a presentation to the Board of Selectmen advocating for support of US House Bill HR 763, a carbon fee bill. The committee also approved the February 16, 2021 minutes by a 5-0 vote. Updates were given on community power efforts, the Nesmith Library solar easement (Article 15 passed, but buyout price negotiations continue), and EV charging station outreach. The meeting adjourned at 7:13 PM by a 5-0 vote.

• Approved February 16, 2021 minutes by a 5-0 vote.
• Authorized John Gage to prepare and present HR 763 carbon fee presentation to the Board of Selectmen by a 5-0 vote.
• Adjourned meeting at 7:13 PM by a 5-0 vote.

Searles Trustees

The Searles School & Chapel Trustees voted to recommend to the Board of Selectmen that indoor bookings resume in September, contingent on a COVID clause drafted by the town attorney being added to rental contracts. They also approved allowing wedding photos inside with a maximum of 20 people, set a flat outdoor fee of $350 with no resident discount, and agreed to apply for NHPA recognition next year. No other formal votes were taken; most items were discussions or updates.

• Approved motion to accept minutes of February 16 and 23, 2021 (Maureen Spooner abstained).
• Agreed to recommend to the Board of Selectmen that indoor bookings resume in September with a COVID clause in rental contracts.
• Approved allowing wedding photos of the bridal party inside with a maximum of 20 people.
• Agreed to charge a flat outdoor fee of $350 with no resident discount.
• Agreed to apply for NHPA recognition next year after tower projects are complete.
• Discussed but took no action on forming a separate 'Friends of Searles' 501(c)(3).
• Discussed garden plan, tower repair, and woodwork bid status without formal votes.

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a public site walk for a proposed subdivision at 10 Enterprise Drive. The applicant proposes to divide a 16.7-acre parcel into five single-family building lots accessed by a private road with a cul-de-sac. The board is reviewing this for final subdivision approval, a WWPD special permit, and a WPOD application.

• Subdivision of 16.7-acre parcel into 5 single-family lots
• Private roadway off Enterprise Drive with 1,050-foot cul-de-sac
• WWPD impact area of 16,940 square feet
• Variance (Case 23-2020) granted for zero frontage on a Class V road
• Site walk scheduled for 9:00am on Saturday, March 13, 2021

The Planning Board conducted a public site walk for Case #2020-17, a final subdivision application at 10 Enterprise Drive. Participants discussed road construction, stormwater modeling, wetland protection, septic systems, and potential buffer areas. No formal decision was made during the site walk; it was an informational and discussion session.

• Held public site walk for final subdivision approval at 10 Enterprise Drive (Case #2020-17)
• Discussed road cut and fill locations, tree cutting, stormwater runoff modeling, brook and wetland protection, bio cell near cul-de-sac, and septic systems
• Discussed house locations, additional water retention areas, and drainage
• Discussed possible buffer area at back of property to protect existing drainage areas

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will review two Zoning Board cases involving sign variances for McDonald's at 124B Indian Rock Road and a multi-tenant building at 1B Wall Street. The Commission will also discuss three Planning Board cases, including a final subdivision for five single-family lots at 10 Enterprise Drive, a minor subdivision at 84-88 Range Road, and a kennel conditional use permit at 7 Mitchell Pond Road. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to COVID-19 procedures.

• Variance for three wall signs at McDonald's, 124B Indian Rock Road (Case #09-2021)
• Variance for larger tenant signs at 1B Wall Street (Case #10-2021)
• Final subdivision of 16.7 acres into 5 lots at 10 Enterprise Drive (Case 2020-17)
• Minor subdivision of 1.97 acres into 2 lots at 84-88 Range Road (Case 2021-03)
• Kennel conditional use permit for dog breeding at 7 Mitchell Pond Road (Case 2021-04)

The Windham Conservation Commission voted 4-0 to allow a volunteer group to explore using a Snow Dog grooming machine at Clyde Pond and other town trails. The board also reviewed several zoning cases and planning board proposals, offering no comments on most, and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved motion to allow group to explore Snow Dog grooming at Clyde Pond and other trails (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2021 meeting as amended (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:48 PM (4-0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will consider awarding bids for woodwork at Searles School & Chapel, discuss a fence purchase donation for the Town Common Beautification Project, and decide whether to write a letter of support for a Greenway Trail grant. They will also handle a numerical correction to a previously approved bond release for 14 Bank Road, along with routine items like minutes and payroll.

• Bid award for Searles School & Chapel woodwork
• Town Common Beautification Project: fence purchase and vendor donation acceptance
• Greenway Trail grant: request for Board letter of support
• Bond release correction for 14 Bank Road
• Payroll/manifest approval

The Board of Selectmen rejected the only bid received for wood work at Searles because it did not meet specifications. They awarded a $6,675 fence installation to Fences Unlimited, accepting a $2,500 donation, and approved a letter of support for a Greenway Trail grant application. They also approved a $23,895 bond release for 14 Bank Road and a $30,000 land use change tax for 7 MacIntosh Hollow.

• Rejected the sole bid for Searles wood work (all yes).
• Awarded fence installation to Fences Unlimited for $6,675 and accepted $2,500 donation (all yes).
• Approved letter of support for Greenway Trail TAP grant application (all yes).
• Reconsidered and approved $23,895 bond release for 14 Bank Road, retaining $5,000 (all yes).
• Approved $30,000 land use change tax for 7 MacIntosh Hollow (all yes).
• Issued supplemental tax bill of $927 for parcel 8B-1860 (all yes).
• Hired candidate for Part Time Assistant Tax Collector position (all yes).

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss current and prior business, including XC running trails, a monument for interned black residents, and a map scanning project. The meeting is open to the public with COVID-19 restrictions, including limited in-person attendance and remote participation options.

• XC Running Trails & London Bridge Causeway
• Monument to commemorate interned black residents of Cemetery on the Hill
• Map scanning project
• Section 719/608 revisions
• Searles Wall

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Committee voted 5-0 to recommend the Windham High School cross country course plan, which includes the historic London Bridge Causeway. The committee also discussed a monument for African American residents buried at the Cemetery on the Hill, with a potential cost of $1,650 for ground penetrating radar, and reviewed preliminary research for a historic map scanning project. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to recommend the Windham High School cross country trail plan, including the London Bridge Causeway, 5-0.
• Approved minutes of the February 4th meeting, 5-0.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:46 PM, 5-0.

Select Board

The Windham Board of Selectmen held an emergency special meeting to review and adopt recommendations from the Election Integrity Committee regarding the town's response to pending state legislation (Senate Bill 43). The board discussed and amended the proposed audit procedures, including adding machine serial numbers, specifying a neutral audit location, and addressing the return of machines. After public input, the board voted unanimously to offer the final language to state representatives and Senator Birdsell.

• Approved the amended audit recommendations for SB43, including machine serial numbers and neutral location language
• Approved language to retain the ability to perform an independent forensic analysis on Windham's AccuVote machines and ballots
• Voted unanimously to send the final document to Representative McMahon, other Windham Representatives, and Senator Birdsell
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:15 pm

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on several applications, including a proposal to merge and subdivide parcels at 1&7 Indian Rock Rd. into ten lots with eight single-family homes and commercial space, and a related site plan for three mixed-use buildings totaling 38,400 square feet. Other items include final subdivision approvals for five single-family lots on Enterprise Drive, a lot line adjustment at 115 & 117 Kendall Pond Road, and a lot line adjustment at 17 & 19 Armstrong Road. The board will also review a workforce housing conceptual application for 15 units at 155 Range Road, which seeks waivers from the 50% workforce housing requirement. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to social distancing, with limited in-person attendance.

• Case 2020-30DR: Subdivide into 10 parcels (8 single-family lots, 1 open space, 1 commercial) at 1&7 Indian Rock Rd.
• Case 2020-31P: Construct three mixed-use commercial buildings totaling 38,400 GSF at 1&7 Indian Rock Rd.
• Case 2020-17: Final subdivision approval for five single-family lots on 16.7 acres at 10 Enterprise Drive.
• Case 2020-21C: Workforce housing conceptual review for 15 units at 155 Range Road, seeking waivers from 50% workforce requirement.
• Case 2021-01 & 2021-02: Lot line adjustments at 115 & 117 Kendall Pond Road and 17 & 19 Armstrong Road.

The Windham Planning Board approved two final subdivision lot line adjustments (Case 2021-01 at 115 & 117 Kendall Pond Road and Case 2021-02 at 17 & 19 Armstrong Road), each with waivers, by unanimous roll-call votes. The board also opened and closed discussion on two larger applications: a mixed-use subdivision at 1&7 Indian Rock Road (Cases 2020-30DR and 2020-31P) and a 15-unit workforce housing proposal at 155 Range Road (Case 2020-21C), both of which were continued for further review. A site walk was scheduled for March 13th for the Enterprise Drive subdivision (Case 2020-17).

• Approved Case 2021-01 lot line adjustment at 115 & 117 Kendall Pond Road with waivers (7-0)
• Approved Case 2021-02 lot line adjustment at 17 & 19 Armstrong Road with waivers (7-0)
• Opened and closed discussion on Case 2020-30DR/2020-31P (Indian Rock Road mixed-use) — no decision
• Opened and closed discussion on Case 2020-21C (155 Range Road workforce housing) — no decision
• Scheduled site walk for March 13th and continued Case 2020-17 (10 Enterprise Drive) to March 17th (7-0)
• Appointed Mr. Bradley to open the March 17th meeting if Chair and Vice Chair are not seated

Select Board

The Windham Select Board is holding a meeting to discuss the discrepancies between the town's general election results in the State Representative race and the Secretary of State's recount results. The board will meet with town election officials to ascertain the reasons for the discrepancies and discuss options going forward, noting legal restrictions and ongoing legislative efforts. The meeting is focused on this specific town issue.

• Discussion of election recount discrepancies in State Representative race
• Meeting with town election officials to resolve reasons for discrepancies
• Options for the town going forward, including legal restrictions and legislative efforts

The Select Board discussed the discrepancy between the town's election results and the state recount for the State Representative race, hearing from election officials, the voting machine vendor, and state legislators. The board voted unanimously to establish the Windham Election Integrity Committee, composed of state representatives, town officials, and residents, to help shape the audit process under Senate Bill 43. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on gathering information and forming the committee.

• Approved allowing Selectman Simmons to participate via Zoom (unanimous)
• Established Windham Election Integrity Committee (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Commission is reviewing several development applications, including a mixed-use commercial project and residential subdivisions. Discussions include a workforce housing conceptual review for 15 units at 155 Range Road and lot line adjustments for properties on Kendall Pond Road and Armstrong Road.

• Proposed subdivision of 1 & 7 Indian Rock Rd into ten parcels
• Proposed mixed-use commercial buildings totaling 38,400 GSF at 1 & 7 Indian Rock Rd
• Final subdivision approval for five single family lots at 10 Enterprise Drive
• Workforce housing conceptual review for 15 units at 155 Range Road
• Lot line adjustment for 115 & 117 Kendall Pond Road

The Windham Conservation Commission approved a butterfly garden at Deer Leap/Bayleaf parking area, finalized a Girl Scout kiosk project, and voted to write a letter of support for a transportation alternative trail grant. They also reviewed several Planning Board cases, including a workforce housing proposal, and discussed a DES violation at 23 Sawyer Road.

• Approved butterfly garden at Deer Leap/Bayleaf parking area (5-0)
• Approved finalization of Girl Scout Abbie Asheigh's kiosk project (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for transportation alternative trail grant (4-1, Chairman Curto dissenting)
• Approved February 11, 2021 draft minutes as amended (5-0)
• Adjourned at 9:45pm (5-0)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees voted unanimously to reject the only bid received for woodwork restoration because it did not meet criteria (e.g., missing certificate of insurance, references only for painting). They will notify the Board of Selectmen and the bidder, then reopen the bidding process.

• Rejected woodwork restoration bid (unanimous)
• Will reopen bid process after notifying BoS and bidder

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five variance requests, including garage additions, a house replacement, and a four-lot subdivision. The board will also review meeting minutes and hold planning sessions. All hearings are conducted remotely due to COVID-19.

• Case #04-2021: Variance to add attached garage at 17 Lake Shore Road, increasing structure area from 1,471 to 1,890 sq ft and volume from 21,240 to 35,608 cu ft.
• Case #05-2021: Variance to subdivide 10-acre property at 10 Allen Road into 4 lots with 175 ft frontage on a private road.
• Case #06-2021: Variance to replace seasonal dwelling with year-round home at 17 Second Street, increasing area from 775 to 816 sq ft and volume from 6,200 to 19,584 cu ft.
• Case #07-2021: Variance for detached garage at 8 Mockingbird Hill Road, allowing 5 ft side and rear setbacks where 30 ft required.
• Case #08-2021: Variance to build new 1,813 sq ft home at 46 West Shore Road on 4,791 sq ft lot, with reduced setbacks and 50 ft frontage.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for Gregory and Carla Carlson at 17 Lake Shore Road to raze an existing detached garage and add an attached garage, allowing increased structure size and reduced setbacks. The vote was 3-2, with two members dissenting on grounds of public interest, spirit of the ordinance, and hardship. The board also approved a subdivision variance for 10 Allen Road, allowing a 10-acre property to be split into four lots, and a garage setback variance for 8 Mockingbird Hill Road. Two other cases were continued to March 23, 2021.

• Approved Case #04-2021: variance for 17 Lake Shore Road to raze detached garage and add attached garage, with increased structure size and reduced setbacks (3-2).
• Approved Case #05-2021: variance for 10 Allen Road to subdivide 10-acre property into 4 lots, with condition that road maintenance be deeded to owners (5-0).
• Approved Case #07-2021: variance for 8 Mockingbird Hill Road to construct detached garage with reduced side and rear setbacks (5-0).
• Continued Case #06-2021: variance for 17 Second Street to replace seasonal home with year-round dwelling, to March 23, 2021 (4-0-1).
• Continued Case #08-2021: variance for 46 West Shore Road to construct new single-family dwelling, to March 23, 2021 (5-0).

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will meet to consider administrative tax abatements, approve a grant certificate for COVID-19 vaccine distribution support, discuss the status of the town's request for an Attorney General investigation into November election recount issues, and consider an amendment to the Pennichuck water rights purchase agreement. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes, payroll, and correspondence.

• Administrative abatements: 17G-6, 102 Indian Rock Road, $38,598.05; 17G-20, 82 Range Road, $11,082.66
• Approval of Certificate of Authority for Fire Responders Reimbursement Grant related to COVID-19 vaccine distribution
• Discussion with Town Counsel and election officials on election recount investigation request and options
• Consideration of amendment to Pennichuck East Utilities water rights purchase agreement (30,000 gallons)

The Windham Select Board approved two tax abatements totaling $49,680.65, authorized the Fire Chief to sign documents for a COVID vaccine reimbursement grant, and approved an amendment to delay Pennichuck's water purchase, with a motion that the first payment reduce taxes. The board also postponed a recount discussion to the following Monday and entered nonpublic session for a legal update with no decisions.

• Approved administrative abatements for 102 Indian Rock Road ($38,598.05) and 82 Range Road ($11,082.60) (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Authority for Fire Chief to sign grant documents (5-0)
• Approved Pennichuck water rights purchase amendment, with first payment set aside to reduce taxes (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 11/30/2020 as written (5-0)
• Postponed recount discussion to following Monday at high school
• Entered nonpublic session for legal update (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting public site walks for two separate cases. The board will inspect properties at 17 Lake Shore Road and 10 Allen Road to review requested variances.

• Case #04-2021: Request to raze an existing detached garage and add an attached garage at 17 Lake Shore Road
• Case #05-2021: Request to subdivide a 10-acre property at 10 Allen Road into four single-family dwelling lots

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment conducted two public site walks on February 20, 2021, for Case #04-2021 (17 Lake Shore Road, owner Gregory and Carla Carlson) and Case #05-2021 (10 Allen Road, owner David and Elena Richards). No motions were made during either site walk, and no decisions were rendered. The minutes are procedural only.

• No motions made during site walk for Case #04-2021 (17 Lake Shore Road)
• No motions made during site walk for Case #05-2021 (10 Allen Road)

Forestry Committee

The Windham Forestry Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss and decide on several items, including approving the minutes from the December 17, 2020 meeting. They will plan the 2021 spring planting at the meadow, which may include flowers such as sunflowers and elderberry seedlings. The committee will also discuss installing wood duck boxes for the beaver pond and songbird nest boxes for the meadow area, receive updates on invasive species and trail maintenance, and conduct their annual review of the committee's Rules of Procedure.

• Approve prior meeting minutes (December 17, 2020)
• 2021 Spring planting at the meadow: flowers (possibly sunflowers) and elderberry seedlings
• Nest boxes: wood duck boxes for beaver pond, songbird nest boxes for meadow area
• Invasive species update
• Annual Forestry Committee Rules of Procedure review

The Windham Forestry Committee met virtually and approved several small expenditures, including up to $20 for sunflower seeds and up to $200 for three bird boxes with predator guards. They decided against installing wood duck boxes at the beaver pond after discussing costs and low success rates. The committee also reviewed and made no changes to its Rules of Procedure, and discussed trail maintenance and a potential new trail.

• Approved December 17, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved up to $20 for sunflower seeds for spring planting (4-0)
• Decided to forego installing wood duck boxes at the beaver pond
• Approved up to $200 for three bird boxes of different sizes (4-0)
• Approved no changes to the Forestry Committee Rules of Procedure (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:39pm (4-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is reviewing seven development applications at this meeting, covering workforce housing, 55+ condominiums, subdivisions, and mixed-use projects. Public hearings will follow if applications are deemed complete. The meeting is held via Zoom due to social distancing.

• Case 2019-19F: 16 single-family units (25% workforce housing) at 64 Mammoth Road, 6.5 acres, with two conditional use permits
• Case 2020-32P: 38 age-restricted (55+) condos with clubhouse at 21 Indian Rock Road & 1 North Lowell Road, 18 acres
• Case 2020-28DR: Subdivision of 12.7 acres at 11 Indian Rock Road into commercial, multi-family, and 8 single-family lots
• Case 2020-29P: 24 townhome units in four 6-plex buildings at 11 Indian Rock Road
• Case 2020-30DR & 2020-31P: Subdivision and phased mixed-use project (8 residential units, 3 commercial buildings) at 1&7 Indian Rock Road

The Windham Planning Board denied Case 2019-19F, a workforce housing application at 64 Mammoth Road, after also denying the required conditional use permits for condominium form and retaining the existing home. The board voted 5-2 on both motions, with Chair Monson, Mr. Bradley, Ms. Mason, Mr. Cross, and Mr. Partington in favor of denial, and Vice Chair Carpenter and Ms. Post opposed. The board also closed design review for Case 2020-28DR, accepted Case 2020-29P, and rescheduled Cases 2020-30DR and 2020-31P to March 3rd.

• Denied conditional use permits for Case 2019-19F (5-2)
• Denied Case 2019-19F workforce housing application (5-2)
• Closed design review for Case 2020-28DR (unanimous)
• Accepted Case 2020-29P preliminary site plan (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Cases 2020-30DR and 2020-31P to March 3rd (unanimous)
• Ended preliminary hearing for Case 2020-29P (unanimous)
• Consensus to send letter to BOS about hiring temporary help

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees denied a request for an indoor bridal shower of 40 attendees in May due to COVID-19, and agreed to discuss opening indoor events with the Board of Selectmen in April. They also approved removing a tree from the front east corner of the building and agreed to pursue NHPA recognition next year. No other formal votes were recorded; most items were discussions or updates.

• Denied K. Richard's request for indoor bridal shower of 40 in May
• Agreed to discuss indoor event opening with BoS in April
• Approved removal of tree from front east corner of building
• Agreed to apply for NHPA recognition next year
• Approved Oriana's digital 'Welcome Package' marketing project

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear updates on street lighting and community power aggregation, and discuss new business including vehicle charging stations and an upcoming PUC meeting on solar program funds. The meeting is open to the public with COVID-19 safety protocols in place.

• Update on Windham Upgraded Street Lighting
• Report on Community Power Aggregation contacts
• Discussion of Vehicle Charging Stations for Windham
• Upcoming March 4, 2021 PUC meeting on solar program fund distribution

The Local Energy Committee approved the January 5, 2021 minutes by a 4-0 vote. Members discussed Community Power options, with Allen Reed planning to invite Community Power New Hampshire to the April meeting. The committee also reviewed Warrant Article 15 (solar on Nesmith Library roof) and discussed vehicle charging stations and a potential carbon fee presentation to the Board of Selectmen. No final decisions were made on these items.

• Approved January 5, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 PM (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to review three variance requests from the Zoning Board of Adjustment, all involving properties in watershed protection overlay districts or rural zones. The commission will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and may enter non-public session. Public participation is available via Zoom or in person with COVID-19 precautions.

• Case #06-2021: Variance for replacement dwelling at 17 Second Street, expanding from 775 to 816 sq ft and 6,200 to 19,584 cu ft, on a 3,953 sq ft lot (required 50,000 sq ft).
• Case #07-2021: Variance for detached garage at 8 Mockingbird Hill Road, allowing 5-ft side and rear setbacks (required 30 ft).
• Case #08-2021: Variance for new 1,813 sq ft home at 46 West Shore Road, on a 4,791 sq ft lot (required 50,000 sq ft), with reduced setbacks and 50-ft frontage (required 175 ft).
• All three cases involve properties in Residential A or Rural districts, with two in the Cobbetts Pond & Canobie Lake Watershed Protection Overlay District.

The Windham Conservation Commission voted 5-0 to work with the high school cross country team to develop a trail network and consider improvements to existing trails on Gage lands. The board also reviewed three variance requests for the ZBA, expressing concerns about small non-conforming lots and noting insufficient information for one case. No final decisions were made on the variances.

• Approved motion to work with high school cross country team on trail network and improvements (5-0)
• Reviewed ZBA Case #06-2021 for 17 Second Street, expressed concerns about small lot size and fertilizer use
• Reviewed ZBA Case #07-2021 for 8 Mockingbird Hill Road, no issues with plan
• Reviewed ZBA Case #08-2021 for 46 West Shore Road, unable to view plan due to insufficient documentation
• Approved January 28, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (3-0-2)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including results of a planning board survey, a draft of the Master Plan Vision Section, and stormwater regulation changes from an MS-4 consultant, for which a public hearing may be set. The board will also review a site plan modification for Midtrail Crossing Condominium and hear a WEDC liaison report. The meeting is held via Zoom due to social distancing, with limited in-person attendance.

• MS-4 Consultant – Stormwater Regulation changes, set up Public Hearing
• Master Plan Vision Section – Draft for discussion
• Planning Board Survey – Results & Comments
• Site Plan Modification – Case 2018-28 – Midtrail Crossing Condominium
• Shaw's 'DriveUp & Go' Directional Signs – FYI to Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board approved proposed changes to the Midtrail Crossing development (Case 2018-28F) that reduce impervious area and eliminate some roads near vernal pools, without requiring a formal minor site plan application. The board also voted to move the amended MS4 stormwater regulations (Section 1500) to a public hearing. Several prior meeting minutes were approved with amendments.

• Accepted Case 2018-28F changes under new business without formal minor site plan application (7-0)
• Approved changes to Case 2018-28F received 2-5-21 (7-0)
• Moved MS4 stormwater regulations to public hearing (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 1-13-2021 as amended (7-0)
• Approved site walk minutes of 1-16-2021 as amended (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved minutes of 1-20-2021 as amended (6-0, 1 abstention)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance request for a home addition at 37 Armstrong Road, allowing the structure to increase from 4,000 to 6,140 square feet and from 32,000 to 55,000+ cubic feet, with reduced wetland setbacks and a side-yard setback of 7 feet where 30-50 feet are required. The board also continued two other cases to a site walk on February 20, 2021: a garage addition at 17 Lake Shore Road and a 4-lot subdivision at 10 Allen Road. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved variance for addition at 37 Armstrong Road (5-0)
• Continued 17 Lake Shore Road garage addition case to Feb 20 site walk (5-0)
• Continued 10 Allen Road subdivision case to Feb 20 site walk (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:37pm (5-0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to ambulance service fees, make final recommendations on Town Warrant articles, review the Q4 financial report, and discuss a potential drainage study near Cobbetts Pond. The meeting also includes routine items such as a partial road bond release for Sheffield Road.

• Public hearing on ambulance fee amendments
• Final Board recommendations on Town Warrant articles
• Q4 financial report presentation by Finance Director
• Discussion of potential drainage study near Cobbetts Pond
• Partial road bond release: Sheffield Road, $99,412.98

The Windham Select Board approved amended ambulance fees as recommended by the fire chief, with all members voting yes. The board also voted to recommend several warrant articles for the upcoming town election, including reconsidering and recommending Article 3. Additionally, the board discussed but did not fund a drainage study for the Sawyer Road area, instead directing staff to work with the property owner on remediation.

• Approved amended ambulance fees (5-0)
• Reconsidered and recommended Warrant Article 3 (5-0)
• Confirmed recommendations on Articles 7, 16, and 20 (5-0)
• Reduced Walkers Woods bond by $99,412.98, retaining $25,012.80 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 19 as written (5-0)
• Declined to fund Sawyer Road drainage study; directed staff to work with property owner
• Declined union request for meeting on Deputy Assessor pay grade; confirmed pay grade 17

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is meeting to review applications and permits, including the Cobbett's Pond bridge and the Robert Armstrong 'West' House at 88 Range Road. The board will also discuss current business items such as the Searles Wall letter, Town Center Beautification, and prior business including Section 719/608 revisions. Public participation is limited due to COVID-19 procedures, with remote options available.

• Cobbett's Pond bridge application
• 88 Range Road Robert Armstrong 'West' House with TRC and DRC updates
• Searles Wall letter discussion
• Section 719/608 revisions
• Town Center Beautification update

Planning Board

The board denied a waiver to reduce workforce housing from 50% to 25% for the 64 Mammoth Road development, then failed to approve the application at 50% workforce housing. The case was continued to February 17. The board also approved a site plan for 72 Range Road with a drainage condition, and tabled a discussion on changes to the Flat Rock Road development.

• Approved Case 2020-26F (72 Range Road) with condition to add orifice plate or riser to drainage (7-0)
• Denied waiver for 25% workforce housing at 64 Mammoth Road (6-1)
• Failed to approve 64 Mammoth Road application at 50% workforce housing (3-4)
• Continued Case 2019-19F (64 Mammoth Road) to Feb. 17 (6-1)
• Approved HISS soils waiver for 64 Mammoth Road (7-0)
• Approved pipe cover waiver for 64 Mammoth Road (7-0)
• Approved pipe velocity waiver for 64 Mammoth Road (7-0)
• Approved septic system design waiver for 64 Mammoth Road (7-0)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to review three ZBA variance cases and four Planning Board site plan applications, all involving development near wetlands or in watershed protection districts. The commission will also discuss map updates and monitoring reports. No action is noted on the agenda; items are listed for discussion.

• Variance for addition at 37 Armstrong Road (increase to 6,140 sf, 55,000 cu ft; 85' wetland setback)
• Variance for garage/deck at 17 Lakeshore Road (increase to 1,890 sf; 8' side setbacks)
• Subdivision of 10 Allen Road into 4 lots with 175' frontage on private road
• Site plan for 14 parking spaces at 72 Range Road (Canobie Lake Veterinary Hospital)
• Workforce housing: 16 units at 64 Mammoth Road, 25% workforce

The Windham Conservation Commission approved two payments: up to $1,575 for South East Land Trust to monitor conservation land, and $375 to M&G Power Service to remove a dangerous tree at Route 28 Town Forest. The board also reviewed several zoning variance cases and site plans, expressing no issues with most proposals, and noted one plan was removed from the agenda.

• Approved up to $1,575 for SELT monitoring of conservation land (4-0)
• Approved $375 for M&G Power Service to remove dangerous tree at Route 28 Town Forest (4-0)
• Approved January 14, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• No issues with ZBA Case #03-2021 (37 Armstrong Road addition)
• No issues with ZBA Case #04-2021 (17 Lakeshore Road garage addition)
• No issues with ZBA Case #05-2021 (10 Allen Road subdivision)
• No issues with Planning Board Case 2020-26F (72 Range Road parking expansion)
• No issues with Planning Board Case 2020-33P (1 & 3 Sharma Way site plan amendment)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including results of a Planning Board survey, a draft of the Master Plan Vision Section, and two proposed zoning ordinances related to establishing a Historic District and delaying demolition of historic buildings. The meeting is a discussion session, not a final decision-making hearing, and will be held via Zoom due to social distancing.

• Planning Board Survey – Results & Comments
• Master Plan Vision Section – Draft for discussion
• Zoning Ordinance Section 608: Historic District establishment
• Zoning Ordinance Section 719: Historic Building/Structure Demolition/Substantial Modification Delay
• Review and approval of minutes from eight prior meetings (11/04/20 through 01/20/21)

The board voted 6-0-1 to recommend reducing the Walker Woods bond by $99,412.98, leaving $25,012.85, after site work was deemed sufficient. They also voted to send a letter to state representatives supporting House Bill 288 and opposing House Bill 586. The board discussed but took no final action on the Master Plan vision statement and proposed changes to a Flat Rock Road site plan, deferring further review. Minutes from several prior meetings were approved.

• Recommended reducing Walker Woods bond by $99,412.98 (6-0-1, Partington abstaining)
• Approved sending letter to state reps supporting HB 288 and opposing HB 586 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 11-4-20 with amendments (6-0-1, Post abstaining)
• Approved minutes of 11-18-20 (6-0-1, Mason abstaining)
• Approved minutes of 12-2-20 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 12-9-20 with edit (7-0)
• Tabled further discussion on Flat Rock Road site plan changes until next meeting
• Agreed to review more survey results at next workshop

Select Board

The Board approved spending up to $40,000 from the Cable Special Fund for four video servers and audio controllers from HB Communications, waiving the bid process. They also granted a trenching permit for Doiron Road, approved a half marathon on the Rail Trail, and made several other appointments and approvals.

• Approved $40,000 cable equipment purchase from HB Communications (5-0)
• Waived bid process for cable equipment purchase (5-0)
• Approved trenching permit across Doiron Road with bond and conditions (5-0)
• Approved half marathon on Rail Trail on 4/11/2021 (5-0)
• Appointed Michael McGuire as Health Officer (5-0)
• Approved Town Planner job description change to require 4 years experience (5-0)
• Approved application for TE Grant for Greenway Trail (5-0)
• Approved partial site bond release for 14 Bank Road (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on three applications: a home occupation for a microgreens delivery business, a preliminary site plan for 18 senior housing units, and a conceptual plan for a 180-unit workforce housing development. The board will also consider road acceptance for several roads and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Case 2020-27: Customary home occupation for microgreens delivery at 161 Range Road (Route 111A)
• Case 2020-22P: Major preliminary site plan for 18 senior housing units at 5 Bissell Camp Road
• Case 2020-23C: Conceptual plan for 180-unit workforce housing (25% designated workforce) at 150 Haverhill Road (Clark Farm North)
• Road acceptance for Cricket Ridge Road, Weston Road, Winslow Road, Wilson Road, and Marden Road
• Review and approval of minutes from December 23, 2020 and January 6, 2021

The Windham Planning Board approved a customary home occupation for a microgreen delivery service at 161 Range Road, conditioned on health inspector approval. The board also closed the preliminary site plan review for an 18-unit age-restricted housing development at 5 Bissell Camp Road, allowing it to move forward. Additionally, the board recommended approval of all seven Planning Board warrant articles for the upcoming ballot.

• Approved Case 2020-27: Customary Home Occupation for microgreen delivery at 161 Range Road, conditioned on health inspector approval (7-0)
• Closed Case 2020-22P: Major Preliminary Site Plan for 18 age-restricted homes at 5 Bissell Camp Road (7-0)
• Recommended voting yes on Planning Board Amendment #1 (6-1)
• Recommended voting yes on Planning Board Amendment #2 (6-1)
• Recommended voting yes on Planning Board Amendment #3 (7-0)
• Recommended voting yes on Planning Board Amendment #4 (7-0)
• Recommended voting yes on Planning Board Amendment #5 (7-0)
• Recommended voting yes on Planning Board Amendment #6 (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting a site walk regarding Case 2019-19F. The project involves a proposal by 10 Harris Rd LLC for 16 detached units and one existing home in a condominium setting. Twenty-five percent of the proposed units are designated as workforce housing.

• Site walk at 64 Mammoth Rd (Lot 19-A-200)
• Proposed 16 detached units plus an existing home
• Workforce housing requirement of 25% for proposed units
• Requirement of two conditional use permits

The Planning Board conducted a public site walk for the final application of a workforce housing project at 64 Mammoth Road (Case # 2019-19F). No decisions were made during the walk; it was an informational session to review the property and discuss road, drainage, and construction details.

• No formal decisions made during site walk

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to review and discuss several development proposals, including a major preliminary site plan for 18 senior housing units at 5 Bissell Camp Road and a conceptual plan for a 180-unit workforce housing development at 150 Haverhill Road. They will also consider a customary home occupation request for a microgreens delivery business at 161 Range Road. The agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes review and updates on local ponds, with no zoning board appeals or intent-to-cut applications.

• Case 2020-22P: 18-unit senior housing condominium proposal at 5 Bissell Camp Road (27.5 acres)
• Case 2020-23C: 180-unit workforce housing development at 150 Haverhill Road, with 25% designated workforce units
• Case 2020-27: Home occupation request for microgreens delivery business at 161 Range Road
• Discussion of Campbell Farm, Clyde Pond, and Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond updates
• Meeting minutes review for 11/12/20, 11/19/20, and 12/10

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is reviewing five applications from The Dubay Group and Mesiti entities for subdivisions and site plans along Indian Rock Road and North Lowell Road, including single-family lots, townhomes, condos, and commercial buildings. Public hearings will follow if applications are deemed complete. The meeting is held via Zoom due to social distancing, with limited in-person attendance.

• Case 2020-28DR: Subdivide 11 Indian Rock Rd. into 3 parcels, including 8 single-family lots and open space
• Case 2020-29P: 24 townhomes on middle parcel at 11 Indian Rock Rd.
• Case 2020-30DR: Merge and subdivide 1&7 Indian Rock Rd. into 10 parcels, 8 single-family lots
• Case 2020-31P: Three mixed-use commercial buildings totaling 38,400 GSF at 1&7 Indian Rock Rd.
• Case 2020-32P: 38 age-restricted (55+) condos with clubhouse at 21 Indian Rock Rd. & 1 North Lowell Rd.

The Windham Planning Board voted to continue the Library Hill application (Case 2020-32P) and the Indian Rock Road subdivision and site plan applications (Cases 2020-28DR, 2020-29P, 2020-30DR, 2020-31P) to February 17, 2021. The board also voted to empower the Chair to draft a letter to the Board of Selectmen regarding the TIF District. No final approvals or denials were made at this meeting.

• Continued Case 2020-32P (Library Hill) to Feb. 17, 2021 (7-0)
• Continued Cases 2020-28DR, 2020-29P, 2020-30DR, 2020-31P (Indian Rock Rd.) to Feb. 17, 2021 (7-0)
• Empowered Chair to craft letter to BOS regarding TIF District (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The first seeks to expand a nonconforming apartment use from 2 to 4 units at 67 Rockingham Road, with related parking and setback relief. The second is an administrative subdivision at 84-88 Range Road that would exceed the impervious surface limit. The board will also review minutes from December 15, 2020, and hold planning sessions.

• Case #01-2021: Variance to increase apartments from 2 to 4 units at 67 Rockingham Road (Parcel 8-C-30)
• Case #01-2021: Reconfigure parking from 6 spaces (1,304 SF) to 5 spaces (810 SF) within Wetlands Watershed Protection District
• Case #01-2021: Allow 30-foot front yard setback where 75 feet is required
• Case #02-2022: Administrative subdivision at 84-88 Range Road with 67% impervious area where 30% max allowed
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19; public can call 603-965-1241

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will meet to discuss a possible reorganization of the Community Development Department, issue tax warrants, and hold public hearings on the 2021 Town Warrant, budget, and bonds for a new fire engine and highway trucks. The meeting includes a non-public session for personnel matters.

• Discussion of Community Development Department staffing structure and possible reorganization
• Issuance of timber tax warrant for lot 22R-1, $577.44
• Issuance of supplemental tax bill for 3 Buttrick Rd., $6,995.62
• Public hearings on 2021 Town Warrant, budget, and bonds for new fire engine and highway trucks

The Board approved a reorganization of the Community Development Department, creating a new Director position with an engineering background and a certified Planner, while eliminating the current Community Development Director and Planning Director positions. The Planning Director (Mr. Gregory) will be terminated effective January 15, 2021, with eight weeks of severance. The Board also moved multiple warrant articles to the town ballot, including a $750,000 fire engine bond and a $16.75 million budget.

• Approved CDD reorganization with new Director (engineering) and Planner (AICP) positions (4-1)
• Eliminated Planning Director position effective Jan 15, 2021; granted 8 weeks severance (4-1)
• Approved $750,000 fire engine bond article for warrant (5-0)
• Approved $240,520 plow truck bond article for warrant (4-1)
• Approved $16,751,922.82 budget article for warrant (5-0)
• Approved 90-day forbearance extension for tax payments (5-0)
• Approved POE water treatment systems for two properties (3-2)
• Approved hiring of firefighter candidate at step 2 (5-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss current and prior business, including Section 719/608 revisions, 2021 budget projects, and updates on various historic sites. The meeting will be held with COVID-19 restrictions, limiting in-person attendance to ten people and offering remote participation via Zoom, phone, or email.

• Section 719/608 revisions
• 2021 Budget Projects: Dinsmore Plaque HD, plaque restoration, HD sign, General Services tree removal
• Town Hall, Windham Depot Electrician, second historic sign
• Searles Wall
• Beautification Committee Update

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Committee approved a $1,000 contract for Manchester Memorials to restore the Governor Dinsmore plaque, accepted a $2,500 donation for the Indian Rock plaque restoration, and approved minutes from two prior meetings. The committee also discussed several development cases, seeking assurances that blasting would not damage historic buildings, and planned further work on ordinance revisions and digitization of survey maps.

• Approved $1,000 contract for Manchester Memorials to restore Governor Dinsmore plaque
• Accepted $2,500 donation for restoration of plaque at Indian Rock
• Approved minutes of December 3, 2020 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 11, 2020 meeting (5-0)
• Volunteered members to work on Historic District sign for Governor Dinsmore plaque
• Decided to send letter to Stewart Management regarding Searles Wall restoration
• Planned to research digitization of Robert Thorndike survey maps
• Adjourned meeting at 8:16 PM (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss miscellaneous items, including proposed changes to the Conservation Land Bylaw. The agenda is otherwise minimal, with no other substantive items listed. Public participation is limited to phone due to COVID-19 procedures.

• Discussion of Conservation Land Bylaw changes

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on three proposed zoning amendments for 2021, covering watershed permits, housing for older persons, and open space definitions. The board will also review several planning applications, including a minor site plan for a commercial use at 31 Harris Rd. and a major preliminary site plan for added parking at 72 Range Rd. One application, for a major WPOD at 19 Rolling Ridge Road, has been withdrawn.

• Planning Board Amendment #5: Watershed Permits; Notice and Appeal
• Planning Board Amendment #6: Housing for Older Persons, reducing density cap and requiring recreation facilities for projects over 20 units
• Planning Board Amendment #7: Open Space Definition, inserting exclusions in Open Space Residential Overlay Districts
• Case 2020-24M: Minor Site Plan at 31 Harris Rd. to continue commercial use for electrical business (4 trucks, 4 employees)
• Case 2020-26F: Major Preliminary Site Plan at 72 Range Rd. to add 14 parking spaces

The Planning Board approved a minor site plan for a plumbing business at 31 Harris Rd, with the condition that the community development department confirm the use conforms with the grandfathered use and write a letter to the applicant. The board also voted to move three zoning amendments (Watershed Permits, Housing for Older Persons, Open Space Definition) to the warrant. A major preliminary site plan application for 72 Range Rd was accepted to end the preliminary review process, and a major WPOD application for 19 Rolling Ridge Road was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved minor site plan for 31 Harris Rd with condition (7-0)
• Moved Amendment #5 Watershed Permits to warrant (7-0)
• Moved Amendment #6 Housing for Older Persons to warrant (7-0)
• Moved Amendment #7 Open Space Definition to warrant (7-0)
• Accepted to end preliminary review for 72 Range Rd site plan (7-0)
• Withdrawn: Major WPOD application for 19 Rolling Ridge Road
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to review old business, including the Nesmith Library solar project warrant article, the 2020 annual report, upgraded street lighting, and next steps for community power aggregation. New business includes a discussion on vehicle charging stations for Windham. The meeting is largely procedural, with no final decisions expected.

• Nesmith Library solar project – Town Warrant article status
• Review LEC 2020 Annual Report
• Windham Upgraded Street Lighting
• Community Power Aggregation – Next Steps
• Vehicle Charging Stations for Windham

The Local Energy Committee approved the October 1, 2020 minutes (4-0) and discussed several energy initiatives. They reviewed a draft annual report, explored community power programs in Keene and Claremont, and noted a warrant article for a solar easement at Nesmith Library. No final decisions were made on these items.

• Approved October 1, 2020 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board met in non-public session under RSA 91A:3, II a for personnel evaluations. The board voted 5-0 to enter the session and 4-1 to seal the records indefinitely, with Selectman Bruce Breton opposed. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

• Approved motion to enter non-public session (5-0)
• Approved motion to seal non-public records indefinitely (4-1, Breton opposed)
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)