Windham public meetings in 2024

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will consider awarding bids for painting the Searles School and Chapel, and conduct an end-of-year wrap-up including old and new business, approval of minutes, and payroll. A non-public session may follow as allowed by law.

• Searles Trustees/Cheryl Haas: Painting bid awards for Searles School and Chapel
• End of Year Wrap Up: old and new business, minutes from 10/28, 11/18, 11/25, and 12/9, payroll/manifests
• Non-Public Session under RSA 91-A:3 II (b & c)

The Windham Select Board approved a painting contract for the Searles School and Chapel, awarding it to Renaissance Painting and Restoration for up to $21,495, with funding from the Searles budget and revenue fund. The board also approved the public minutes from 11/25, discussed the Senior Center lease draft, and entered non-public session to discuss fire department staffing, where they supported advertising for two new firefighters.

• Approved $21,495 painting bid for Searles School and Chapel to Renaissance Painting and Restoration (3-0)
• Approved public minutes from 11/25 as presented (3-0)
• Entered non-public session under RSA 91-A:3 II (b) and (c) for hiring and reputation (3-0)
• Supported advertising for two new firefighters at step 2 of union scale (in non-public session)

Design Review Committee

The Planning Board Design Review Subcommittee is reviewing two site plans submitted by the Dubay Group, Inc. These include a large marketplace village and a medical out-patient center with retail and restaurant space.

• Case # 2024-31: Preliminary Site Plan for a 142K SF mixed-use retail/commercial development at 102 Indian Rock Road & 82 Range Road
• Case # 2024-23: Final Major Site Plan for a 38,016 SF medical out-patient center and a 5,730 SF building at 1-7 Indian Rock Rd

The committee reviewed a preliminary site design for 102 Indian Rock Road, including two buildings, a restaurant, bank, and grocery store, but took no formal action. The item for 1 & 7 Indian Rock Rd was tabled. The committee approved minutes from three prior meetings.

• Approved minutes of March 13, 2024 (3-0-2)
• Approved minutes of March 22, 2024 (3-0-2)
• Approved minutes of July 24, 2024 (4-0-1)
• Tabled item for 1 & 7 Indian Rock Rd

Design Review Committee

The Planning Board Design Review Subcommittee will review a preliminary site plan for a mixed-use retail and commercial development. The proposal involves over 20 acres of land within the Gateway Commercial District and WPOD.

• Case 2024-31: Preliminary Site Plan for 102 Indian Rock Road & 82 Range Road
• Proposed 142K SF footprint for a marketplace village with grocery, retail, and restaurants
• Review of landscaping, plazas, and pedestrian-scaled amenities
• Review of drainage treatment and Lake Overlay Protective requirements
• Approval of minutes from 03-13-24, 03-22-24, and 07-24-24

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a public site walk on December 19, 2024, at two properties: 1 Grove Street (Case 61-2024) and 1 Timberlane Road (Case 57-2024). The cases will be discussed at a public meeting on January 7, 2025. No decisions are made at the site walk; it is a procedural inspection.

• Site walk at 1 Grove Street, Case 61-2024 (Parcel 17-L-63)
• Site walk at 1 Timberlane Road, Case 57-2024 (Parcel 24-F-155)
• Cases to be discussed at public meeting on January 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM

The Zoning Board of Adjustment conducted site walks for two cases but made no substantive decisions. The meetings were procedural, focused on inspecting properties and hearing applicant explanations.

• No decisions made; site walk for Case #61-2024 at 1 Grove St. held
• No decisions made; site walk for Case #57-2024 at 1 Timberlane Rd. held

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss a proposed zoning amendment for the Village Center District for 2025. They will also review three applications: a Major WPOD to raze and rebuild a single-family home at 20 Turtle Rock Rd, a Major WPOD to construct a screen porch at 91 W Shore Rd, and a Final Minor Site Plan for interior sidewalks, signs, a bike rack, and patio modifications at 5 Enterprise Drive. Minutes from November 20 and December 4, 2024, are also up for approval.

• Case #2024-26 – 20 Turtle Rock Rd: Major WPOD to raze existing 3-bedroom home and construct new 3-bedroom home, retaining existing garage
• Case #2024-27 – 91 W Shore Rd: Major WPOD to construct a screen porch over an existing concrete patio
• Case #2024-30 – 5 Enterprise Drive: Final Minor Site Plan to amend approved plan with internal sidewalks, sign locations, bike rack, and patio modification
• Discussion of proposed 2025 zoning amendment for the Village Center District

The Windham Planning Board approved three applications: a major WPOD application at 20 Turtle Rock Rd to raze and rebuild a single-family home, a major WPOD application at 91 W Shore Rd for a screen porch, and a final minor site plan at 5 Enterprise Drive for site improvements. All approvals were unanimous, with conditions including state permits and spill recovery plans. The board also appointed an alternate member and discussed a proposed zoning amendment for the Village Center District.

• Approved Major WPOD Application for 20 Turtle Rock Rd (6-0) with conditions including state shoreland/septic approvals and weekly construction updates
• Approved Major WPOD Application for 91 W Shore Rd (6-0) with conditions including Keach memo shoreline protections and ZBA notice
• Approved Final Minor Site Plan for 5 Enterprise Drive (7-0) as presented
• Appointed Mr. Balestrieri as alternate member of the Planning Board
• Discussed 2025 proposed zoning amendment for Village Center District (no action taken)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees voted 7-0 to recommend American Renaissance Painting & Restoration for the exterior painting project, pending Board of Selectmen review on 12/30. They also approved several other actions, including purchasing air freshener units for restrooms, waiving the rental fee for the NH Preservation Alliance, and joining the Alliance as a full member. The board declined to participate in the craft fair raffle again and decided not to include drone footage on the website.

• Recommended American Renaissance Painting & Restoration for exterior painting (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Rubbermaid air freshener units for each bathroom (7-0)
• Waived 501c3 rental fee of $250 for NH Preservation Alliance event (7-0)
• Approved full membership in NH Preservation Alliance (7-0)
• Agreed not to participate in craft fair raffle again
• Decided not to include drone footage on website
• Approved minutes of 11/19/2024 with changes (6-0-3)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a warrant article for a 48-unit housing project at 92 & 98 Rockingham Rd, consider a wastewater ordinance change for the warrant, and review a bid waiver for Tokanel Tennis Court reconstruction. The board will also approve year-end encumbrances, ARPA encumbrances, and conservation loan documents. A final budget and warrant article review is scheduled as a workshop.

• Discussion of warrant article for 48-unit project at 92 & 98 Rockingham Rd (parcels 8-B-900 and 8-B-850)
• Waiver in bid process for Tokanel Tennis Court reconstruction
• Proposed wastewater ordinance change for town warrant
• Approval of year-end encumbrances and ARPA encumbrances
• Approval of conservation loan documents and property maintenance trust fund withdrawal

The Windham Select Board heard a proposal for a 48-townhouse affordable housing project on Rockingham Road, with 24 units designated as affordable, and agreed to put it on next year's warrant. The board also approved a $20,000 contract for a tennis court fence, moved a wastewater ordinance to the warrant, and approved several financial items including ARPA fund expenditures and a $101,162.45 expenditure from the Property Maintenance Expendable Trust Fund.

• Waived bid process for tennis court fence (4-1)
• Approved $20,000 contract to Precision Fence for tennis court fence (5-0)
• Moved watershed ordinance to warrant (5-0)
• Encumbered year-end items (5-0)
• Expended $19,770.00 ARPA funds on fence (5-0)
• Waived bid process for voting machines, awarded to Voter Works up to $20,500 (4-1)
• Approved $101,162.45 from Property Maintenance Expendable Trust Fund (5-0)
• Approved conservation commission bond resolution (5-0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority is reviewing a draft warrant article and land lease agreement for a 62+ elderly housing project. Members are coordinating a presentation for the Board of Selectmen and discussing project operations with Beylin Development and The Dubay Group.

• Draft Article and Land Lease Agreement for Town Ballot and Building Project
• Discussion with Beylin Development and The Dubay Group on building project operations
• Planning for project presentation to Board of Selectmen on December 16th
• Annual WHA Report for 2024 due in January

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss several zoning variance applications referred from the Zoning Board of Adjustment, including a proposal for an 80-foot-tall sports dome at 39 Roulston Rd that would be sited within the Wetland and Watershed Protection District (WWPD) buffer. Other applications involve an accessory dwelling unit at 1 Timberlane Rd, a front-yard farmer’s porch at 108 N Lowell Rd, and replacement homes at West Shore Rd and 1 Grove St. The board will also consider a final minor site plan for 5 Enterprise Ave involving sidewalk, sign, and patio modifications.

• Case 60-2024: 39 Roulston Rd – sports dome (~80 ft height) within WWPD buffer; new concept not previously seen by the commission.
• Case 57-2024: 1 Timberlane Rd – request for 800-sq-ft detached accessory dwelling unit in front yard on corner lot.
• Case 58-2024: 108 N Lowell Rd – 31'x72' farmer’s porch proposed ~6 ft from front property line.
• Case 59-2024: West Shore Rd – raze pre-existing non-conforming building and replace with larger year-round home (812 to 1,425 sq ft).
• Case 61-2024: 1 Grove St – replacement home and garage with expansion within WPOD and WWPD buffers, near Cobbetts Pond.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss seven proposed zoning amendments for 2025, including regulations for short-term rentals, ADU ownership, and a rezone of two parcels from Residential to Historic District. The board will also consider candidates for alternate positions and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Rezone parcels 21-A-35 (Golden Brook Road) and 21-D-1 (Lowell Road) from Residential to Historic District
• Proposed regulations for transient occupancy / short-term rentals
• Proposed amendments to ADU ownership rules
• Proposed changes to Shoreline Overlay District
• Proposed redefinition of impervious surface

The Windham Planning Board voted 5-2 to schedule a public hearing on January 8 for Zoning Amendment #2, which would define short-term rentals (e.g., Airbnbs). The board also voted 6-1 to move the ADU ownership definition amendment to the same public hearing, and unanimously advanced amendments on impervious surface definitions, a historic district rezoning, and the Shadow Lake Shoreland Overlay District. The Shoreline Overlay District was tabled for the year.

• Scheduled public hearing for short-term rental definition amendment (5-2)
• Scheduled public hearing for ADU ownership definition amendment (6-1)
• Scheduled public hearing for impervious surface definition amendment (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for rezoning parcels 21-A-35 and 21-D-1 to Historic District (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Shadow Lake Shoreland Overlay District (7-0)
• Tabled Shoreline Overlay District work for the year

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review requests for relief from zoning ordinances regarding building setbacks, lot sizes, and land use. Decisions include proposals for new single-family homes and a commercial sports dome.

• Request to construct an 80-foot tall sports dome and 'Membership Club' at 39 Roulston Rd
• Proposal for an 800 sq ft detached accessory dwelling unit at 1 Timberlane Rd
• Request to build a 31' x 72' farmer porch 6 ft from the property line at 108 No Lowell Rd
• Application to replace a home at 1 Grove St with a 2,415 sq ft dwelling and detached garage
• Request to replace a home at 25 Farmer Rd with a 1,770 sq ft dwelling near a tributary stream

The Windham ZBA denied a variance request (Case 56-2024) to raze a non-conforming home at 25 Farmer Rd and build a larger single-family dwelling with an attached garage, citing failure to meet hardship criteria. The board also continued several other cases, including a proposed home at 22-L-8 (West Shore Rd) and a detached accessory dwelling at 1 Timberlane Rd, to January 7, 2025. A variance for a farmer's porch at 108 No Lowell Rd was approved unanimously.

• Denied variance for new dwelling at 25 Farmer Rd (2-3)
• Approved findings of fact for denial at 25 Farmer Rd (5-0)
• Continued case 50-2024 for West Shore Rd home to Jan 7 (5-0)
• Continued case 59-2024 for West Shore Rd home to Jan 7 (5-0)
• Continued case 57-2024 for detached ADU at 1 Timberlane Rd to Jan 7 (5-0)
• Approved variance for farmer's porch at 108 No Lowell Rd (5-0)
• Continued case 60-2024 for sports dome at 39 Roulston Rd to Jan 7 (5-0)
• Continued case 61-2024 for new home at 1 Grove St to Jan 7 (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a wastewater ordinance change for the March town warrant, hold a budget workshop for Recreation, and receive an update on Moeckel Pond Road and bridge. The board will also interview a candidate for an EDC alternate position and consider accepting donations for Recreation and Searles.

• Wastewater ordinance change for the warrant
• Budget workshop: Recreation
• Update on Moeckel Pond Rd and Bridge
• Interview of Whitney Taylor for EDC alternate position
• Acceptance of donations for Recreation and Searles

The Select Board voted unanimously to pay out accumulated comp time to Cheryl Haas and change the comp time policy, effective January 1, 2025. They also approved a 2025 end-of-year payout plan for comp time. The board accepted multiple donations for town events and appointed Whitney Taylor to the Economic Development Committee.

• Approved donation acceptance for Searles School, Easter Egg Hunt, Summer Concerts, Harvest Fest, Tree Lighting, Senior Christmas Party, and miscellaneous items (5-0)
• Appointed Whitney Taylor to the Economic Development Committee, term ending June 1, 2027 (5-0)
• Approved paying out comp time due to Cheryl Haas and changing comp time policy effective end of 2024 pay period (5-0)
• Approved end-of-year comp time payouts in 2025 on a 26-week basis starting first week of 2025 (5-0)
• Discussed but did not decide on Tokanel Tennis Court repair; will carry over $17,900 and waive bid process
• Discussed wastewater ordinance amendments; will be on agenda for 12/23
• Discussed voting machine purchase; no motion made to waive bid process

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District/Heritage Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss a request to demolish an existing 3-bedroom home and build a new 3-bedroom home at 20 Turtle Rock Rd. (PB Case# 2024-26). The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes, committee updates, tax card review, the Town Pound, and the Community Revitalization Tax Incentive (RSA 79-E).

• PB Case# 2024-26: 20 Turtle Rock Rd. – raze existing 3-bedroom home and construct new 3-bedroom home with site improvements
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Updates from TRC (Frank), DRC (Peter), Beautification, Book, Signs, Pocket Parks
• Tax card review by Derek and Brad
• Community Revitalization Tax Incentive (RSA 79-E) discussion

The Historic District/Heritage Commission reviewed a proposal to demolish the home at 20 Turtle Rock Road and construct a new home, with the new structure set farther from Turtle Rock. The commission found no concerns with the plan, noting the rock would be preserved. Other items discussed included potential use of remaining 2024 budget funds for Town Pound upgrades, an update on the Nutfield book, and planning for the U.S. Semiquincentennial celebration.

• Approved plan to raze home at 20 Turtle Rock Road and build new home (consensus, no concerns)
• Discussed using remaining 2024 budget funds for Town Pound area upgrades (no formal action)
• Agreed to review 2024 minutes for motions to encumber remaining funds (action item)
• Discussed resuming Nutfield book project if more properties can be photographed (no formal action)
• Submitted second half of historic properties list for tax card designation (action item)
• Agreed to postpone Community Revitalization Tax Incentive discussion to April/May 2025 (no formal action)
• Discussed forming committee for U.S. Semiquincentennial celebration by end of January 2025 (no formal action)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider three new cases, including a conceptual site plan for an active adult community. The board will also review a request to extend a project deadline to December 18, 2024.

• Case # 2024-25: Proposal for 28 two-bedroom townhouse units at 33 London Bridge Rd
• Case # 2024-29: Minor Final Subdivision to create an 8-acre conservation lot at 16 Lowell Rd
• Case # 2024-27: Major WPOD Application for a screen porch at 91 W Shore Rd
• Request to extend the application deadline for 91 W Shore Rd to December 18, 2024

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee will review and approve prior meeting minutes, receive updates on the town's Community Power program, discuss converting Nesmith Library's electricity supplier to Eversource, and hear an update on the streetlighting upgrade project. New business includes assigning tasks for the committee's annual report.

• Update on Community Power program by A. Reed
• Conversion of Nesmith Library from current supplier to Eversource (P. Manzo)
• Update on streetlighting upgrade by J. Gage and M. Kovacs
• Assignments for the Annual Report (M. Kovacs)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear five variance cases, including requests to allow a second freestanding sign at Village Bean, a detached ADU in the front yard at 44 Searles Rd, a 6-ft front yard fence on a corner lot at 8 Marblehead Rd, converting an existing garage into a single-family dwelling at 12 Lake Shore Rd, and razing a non-conforming structure to build a new home at 25 Farmer Rd with relief from setbacks and buffer zone requirements near Cobbetts Pond. The board will also review meeting minutes and discuss rescheduling the December 24th meeting.

• 53-2024: Request for second freestanding banner sign (24 sq ft) at 33 Indian Rock Rd (Village Bean), contrary to one-sign-per-complex rule.
• 48-2024: Request to allow a detached 1,000 sq ft ADU with two-car garage in the front yard at 44 Searles Rd, where ADUs must be attached and in side/rear yard.
• 54-2024: Request for a 6-ft fence in the front yard of a corner lot at 8 Marblehead Rd, exceeding the 4-ft maximum.
• 55-2024: Request to enlarge a pre-existing non-conforming garage/workshop (565 to 1,330 sq ft) and convert to a single-family dwelling on a 12,834 sq ft lot with 92 ft frontage on Lake Shore Rd.
• 56-2024: Request by Benchmark LLC to raze a non-conforming structure at 25 Farmer Rd and build a new 1,770 sq ft home with attached garage, requiring relief from stream buffer, frontage, setbacks, and lot size requirements near Cobbetts Pond.

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a budget workshop covering recreation, CIP, special articles, and revenues. They will also decide on abatement requests, approve a cyclical revaluation contract with MRI, and consider a religious exemption re-hearing for Warde Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Other items include awarding a conservation term loan for the purchase of the Pincince property on Lowell Road, a PFAS update, and a request for 'Blind Driveway' signage on North Lowell Rd.

• Abatement requests (24-D-400 and 11-C-200)
• Cyclical revaluation contract with MRI
• Religious exemption re-hearing for NH Catholic Charities Warde Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at 21 Searles Road (Parcel 12-A-500)
• Conservation term loan bid award for purchase of Pincince property on Lowell Road
• Budget workshop for Recreation, CIP, Special Articles, and Revenues

Cable Advisory Board

The Windham Cable Advisory Board will receive updates from Comcast, review a financial report, and discuss equipment for Town Hall and GBS. The agenda includes routine items such as correspondence, minutes approval, and other business, with no major decisions listed.

• Comcast Updates
• Financial Report
• Town Hall Equipment
• GBS Equipment
• Approval of Minutes

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to remove Section 620 (Market Square Overlay District) from the zoning ordinance entirely. The board will also consider a major WPOD application to raze and rebuild a home at 20 Turtle Rock Rd, and a conceptual site plan to divide a building at 16 Rockingham Rd into retail and auto repair units. A request to extend the deadline for the Turtle Rock application to December 18, 2024 will be discussed.

• Public hearing on removing Section 620 (Market Square Overlay District) from the Windham Zoning Ordinance, affecting parcels on Wall Street, International Road, and Indian Rock Road
• Major WPOD application at 20 Turtle Rock Rd: raze existing 3-bedroom home, construct new 3-bedroom home, retain existing garage
• Applicant requests deadline extension to December 18, 2024 for the Turtle Rock application per RSA 676:4(I)(f)
• Conceptual site plan for 16 Rockingham Rd: divide existing building into 6,400 sq ft retail unit and 26,000 sq ft auto repair facility, with outside storage and detention pond
• Review and approval of minutes from October 16, 23, 30, and November 6, 2024 meetings

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission will hold a workshop featuring a presentation by Mr. Letizio on the proposed Indian Rock Park. The meeting also includes a round table discussion on other concerns and matters. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Presentation by Mr. Letizio on the proposed Indian Rock Park
• Round table discussion on other concerns and matters

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a public site walk on November 19, 2024, at 4:00 PM at 44 Searles Rd for Case 48-2024. The case will be discussed at a public meeting on November 26, 2024, at 7:00 PM. No decisions will be made at the site walk.

• Site walk for Case 48-2024 at 44 Searles Rd (Parcel 13-C-50)
• Public meeting to follow on November 26, 2024, at 7:00 PM

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a site walk at 62 W. Shore Rd for Case #50-2024 as a procedural step. The public hearing to discuss the case will be held on December 10, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

• Site walk at 62 W. Shore Rd (Parcel 22-L-8) for Case #50-2024
• Public meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024, at 7:00 PM

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on amendments to the Earned Time Policy and an appeal regarding wastewater pumping at 8 Ash Street in Cobbetts Pond Village District. They will also discuss a 48-unit housing project at 92 and 98 Rockingham Road, appoint a cemetery alternate trustee, and conduct a budget workshop covering multiple town departments.

• Public hearing on Earned Time Policy amendments effective Jan 1, 2025
• Board of Health public hearing on appeal of denied wastewater pumping waiver at 8 Ash Street (21-V-230)
• Discussion of 48-unit housing project plans for 92 & 98 Rockingham Rd (8-B-900 and 8-B-850)
• Appointment of Bruce Moeckel as alternate cemetery trustee
• Budget workshop for Searles, Museum, Conservation, Cable, Assessing, Historic, Tax Collector, Trust Funds, Debt Services, Town Offices, Street Lights, General Assistance, Senior Center, Cemetery

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several planning board and zoning board cases for their potential impacts on conservation areas and wetlands. Items include a 28-unit active adult townhouse project, a large auto repair facility, and multiple residential variance requests involving floodplain and wetland buffers.

• 28 two-bedroom townhouse units and clubhouse proposed at 33 London Bridge Rd (Case #2024-25)
• 26,000 sq ft auto repair facility with retail space proposed at 16 Rockingham Rd (Case #2024-28)
• Variance to expand existing garage/workshop into dwelling at 12 Lake Shore Rd (Case 55-2024)
• Variance to raze and rebuild home with closer stream setbacks at 25 Farmer Rd (Case 56-2024)
• Proposal to raze and rebuild single-family home at 20 Turtle Rock Rd (Case #2024-26)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District Commission and Heritage Commission will hold a workshop featuring a presentation by Mr. Letizio. The meeting focuses on the proposed Indian Rock Park and related concerns.

• Presentation by Mr. Letizio on the proposed Indian Rock Park

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider four applications for zoning relief. These include requests to build a detached accessory dwelling unit, replace a non-conforming home, allow a food truck at a church, and add a second sign for a business.

• 44 Searles Rd: Request for a 1,000 sq ft detached Accessory Dwelling Unit with a two-car garage
• 62 W. Shore Rd: Request to raze a non-conforming building and build a 1,425 sq ft Single-Family Dwelling
• 14 Cobbetts Pond Rd: Request to allow a food truck to operate 1-2 days a week at Northridge Church
• 33 Indian Rock Rd (Village Bean): Request for a second freestanding banner sign of approximately 24 sq ft

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District/Heritage Commission is conducting a public site walk at 150-152 Range Rd, the former Windham Playhouse, on November 10, 2024 at 3:00 PM. The walk is followed by a roundtable discussion for any additional concerns or matters.

• Site walk at 150-152 Range Rd (lots 21-k-100/99) — former Windham Playhouse
• Roundtable discussion on other concerns/matters

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will hear a development update from Director Alex Mello and a guest presentation from Laurel Adams, President of the Regional Development Center. The committee will also review recent events (Harvest Fest and Library Event) and receive liaison reports. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Guest speaker Laurel Adams, President of the Regional Development Center
• Development update from Director Alex Mello
• Review of Harvest Fest and Library Event
• Appointment of alternates for absent members

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on three applications: a continued case for a setback reduction at 18 Horseshoe Rd, a new final major site plan for a mixed-use building with restaurant and medical center at 1-7 Indian Rock Rd, and a site plan to expand a restaurant at 49 Range Rd. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from October 16 and 23, 2024.

• 18 Horseshoe Rd: WPOD setback reduction from 100 ft to 40 ft for new single-family dwelling and garage
• 1-7 Indian Rock Rd: Final Major Site Plan for 5,730 sf restaurant/lounge/retail building and 38,016 sf medical out-patient center
• 49 Range Rd: Minor Site Plan to expand restaurant from 173 to 275 seats (including 43 lounge and 48 seasonal outdoor seats)
• 49 Range Rd: Septic system enlargement to accommodate expanded restaurant volume
• Approval of minutes from October 16 and October 23, 2024 meetings

Planning Board

This is a workshop meeting of the Windham Planning Board with no substantive items on the agenda. The board will discuss and possibly adopt parliamentary rules, and may enter a non-public session as permitted by state law. No public hearings or decisions on projects are scheduled.

• Discussion and adoption of parliamentary rules for board operations
• Possible non-public session under RSA 91-A

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a budget workshop covering multiple departments and discuss setting the tax rate. Other items include a resident request to plant a tree on Bear Hill Rd, a proposal for engineering services for MS4 permit compliance, and a tax abatement request for 39 Enterprise Dr. The board will also receive an update on Moeckel Rd and a groundskeeping contract.

• Budget workshop: IT, Solid Waste, Roads, General Gov Buildings, Health & Human Services, Retirement, Insurance, Town Clerk, Elections, Community Development, Administration, Legal, Library
• Discussion on setting the tax rate and ARPA funds
• Resident request to plant an American Sycamore tree on Bear Hill Rd
• Proposal to accept engineering services from Bobrek Engineering for MS4 permit
• Tax abatement request for land use change tax at 39 Enterprise Dr

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review a request to expand an existing restaurant at 49 Range Rd, adding 102 seats and enlarging the septic system. They will also discuss a conceptual plan for 28 townhouse-style units at 33 London Bridge Rd as an active adult community, though the applicant has requested a continuation to make changes. Other items include updates on conservation lands, trails, and a possible non-public session.

• Restaurant expansion at 49 Range Rd: 102 additional seats, total 275, septic enlargement
• Conceptual site plan for 28 townhouse units at 33 London Bridge Rd (active adult community)
• Applicant requested continuation of 33 London Bridge Rd discussion for changes
• Updates on Campbell Farm mowing and Church St easement
• Possible non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a workshop to review and discuss several proposed zoning amendments for the March 2025 ballot. Items include changes to the Village Center District, WPOD, Shoreline District, Impervious Surface Definition, Short Term Rentals, and removal of the Market Square Overlay District. The board will also approve minutes from October 9 and may enter a non-public session.

• Zoning amendment for Village Center District
• Zoning amendment for WPOD (Windham Planned Office Development)
• Zoning amendment for Shoreline District
• Zoning amendment to define impervious surfaces
• Proposal to remove Market Square Overlay District

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear five variance requests, including a detached accessory dwelling unit in the front yard, overnight parking of six commercial vehicles for an HVAC company, and expansions on non-conforming lots. Also on the agenda are a porch addition on Canobie Lake and replacement of a dwelling on a non-conforming lot. The board will review minutes and may enter non-public session.

• 47-2024: Request to allow HVAC company to park 6 commercial vehicles overnight and keep 8-ft front yard fence at 119 Rockingham Rd.
• 48-2024: Variance for a detached 1,000 sq ft ADU with garage in front yard at 44 Searles Rd.
• 49-2024: Open screen porch over existing pad on lakeside, expanding non-conforming structure at 91 W. Shore Rd.
• 50-2024: Raze existing building and replace with new 1,425 sq ft dwelling on non-conforming lot at 60 W. Shore Rd.
• 51-2024: Permit a 14x24 ft shed in front yard at 13 Princeton St.

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to accept a $419,000 grant from the Department of Justice COPS Office for technology and equipment. They will consider a bid waiver to award a police equipment project to Motorola & 2-Way Communications. A Board of Health hearing will address an appeal of a cease-and-desist order at 6 Maple Street and proposed fertilizer regulations restricting application within 200 feet of water bodies in watershed overlay districts. The board will also discuss a groundskeeping contract extension, a road repair at 132 Kendall Pond Road, and a budget workshop for police, dispatch, fire, and emergency management departments.

• Public hearing on acceptance of $419,000 COPS grant for police technology and equipment
• Request for bid waiver to award police equipment project to Motorola & 2-Way Communications
• Board of Health hearing: Appeal of cease-and-desist order at 6 Maple Street (13-A-360)
• Proposed fertilizer regulations: restrict application within 200 feet of public water bodies in Watershed Protection Overlay Districts
• Budget workshop for Police, Dispatch, Fire, and Emergency Management departments

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to discuss the Moosewood ecological study and report. The agenda includes a potential non-public session.

• Moosewood ecological study and report

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a final major site plan and WWPD special permit for a two-building development at 1-7 Indian Rock Road, including a restaurant, lounge, function room, retail space, and a medical out-patient center. The board will also consider a request to extend the deadline for this application to November 6, 2024. Additionally, a continued case at 55 Range Road seeks to remove conditions on a previously approved minor site plan to allow outdoor seating and later business hours.

• Case #2024-23 – Final Major Site Plan for two buildings (5,730 sq ft and 38,016 sq ft) at 1-7 Indian Rock Road with restaurant, lounge, function room, retail, and medical out-patient center
• Applicant requests deadline extension for Case #2024-23 to November 6, 2024 under RSA 676:4(I)(f)
• Case #2024-08 – Revision to remove conditions #1 and #3 from approved minor site plan at 55 Range Road to allow outdoor seating and business hours until 11:00 PM
• Review and approval of October 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will receive updates on the Promote Windham project at Harvest Fest and an entrepreneur display at the library, along with subcommittee and liaison reports. The meeting includes routine items such as approving minutes and appointing alternates, with no votes on new ordinances or funding.

• Update on the Promote Windham project at Harvest Fest
• Update on the entrepreneur display at the library
• Subcommittee and liaison reports (BOS/PB/SNMC)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is reviewing three Zoning Board of Adjustment cases: a detached accessory dwelling unit at 44 Searles Rd, a porch expansion over Canobie Lake setbacks at 91 W Shore, and a full replacement of a non-conforming single-family dwelling at 60 W Shore. The commission also has updates on conservation lands, dredge/fill permits, and easements.

• Case 48-2024: Request for detached 1,000 sq ft ADU with garage in front yard at 44 Searles Rd (variance from attached requirement)
• Case 49-2024: Request to build open screen porch over existing pad at 91 W Shore, with setbacks of 37 ft from Canobie Lake (required 50 ft)
• Case 50-2024: Request to raze and replace pre-existing non-conforming single-family dwelling at 60 W Shore, with setbacks less than required
• Revised Dredge and Fill proposal at 21 Bedros Rd (Parcel 6-A-819)
• Workshop scheduled for October 17, 2024

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a workshop to hear a presentation from the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) Subcommittee. Other business includes the review and approval of minutes from September 25, 2024.

• Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) Subcommittee Presentation

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission will hold a public presentation by Mr. Letizio on the proposed Indian Rock park, followed by a round table discussion for any other concerns or matters. No decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.

• Presentation by Mr. Letizio on the proposed Indian Rock park
• Round table discussion for other concerns or matters

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear requests for variances, including a continued case for a home addition and plunge pool at 54 Turtle Rock Rd, and two rehearings of code enforcement appeals. New cases include a deck setback variance at 9 Spring St and a request to allow an HVAC company to park 6 commercial vehicles overnight and keep an 8-ft fence at 119 Rockingham Rd. The board will also review meeting minutes and may enter non-public session.

• Continued case 45-2024: variance for 342 sq ft addition and 7x13 ft plunge pool at 54 Turtle Rock Rd (setbacks to 23 ft front, 26 ft side)
• Rehearing 28-2024: Crossing LIFE Church appeals upheld cease and desist at 1 Morrison Rd
• Rehearing 29-2024: Shawn Foster appeals upheld cease and desist at 44 Range Rd
• New case 46-2024: variance for 8x28 ft replacement deck 25 ft from side lot line at 9 Spring St
• New case 47-2024: variance to park 6 commercial vehicles over 6,000 lbs and maintain 8-ft front fence at 119 Rockingham Rd

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a site walk at 54 Turtle Rock Road (Case #45-2024) at 6:00 PM, followed by a public meeting at 7:00 PM to discuss the case. The agenda contains only this one item.

• Site walk and public hearing for Case #45-2024 at 54 Turtle Rock Rd (parcel 21-K-35)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District/Heritage Commission will hold a public hearing on Case 2024-23, a Final Major Site Plan and WWPD Special Permit for 1-7 Indian Rock Road. The applicant seeks to drop single-family lots and replace a retail/office building with a 40,000-square-foot medical outpatient center, plus new landscaping, plazas, parking, and traffic calming. Other agenda items include approval of prior minutes, committee updates, and a workshop scheduled for October 9th.

• Case 2024-23: Final Major Site Plan and WWPD Special Permit at 1-7 Indian Rock Road (parcels 11-A-450 and 11-A-500)
• Proposed 40,000 s.f. medical outpatient center replacing previously approved retail/office building and eliminating single-family house lots
• Estimate for landscaping at Gov. Dinsmore Wall
• Discussion of Lowell Road Property Name Suggestions
• Workshop on October 9th

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review three applications: two continued cases seeking setback relief for single-family dwellings and one new case for a driving school in a Limited Industrial District. Public hearings may follow if applications are deemed complete. The board will also approve minutes from the September 18 meeting.

• Case 2024-14: WPOD setback reduction from 100 ft to 40 ft for new single-family dwelling at 18 Horseshoe Rd
• Case 2024-15: WWPD special permit to raze and reconstruct a non-conform single-family dwelling at 5 Allen Rd
• Case 2024-21: Minor Site Plan/Change of Use to allow a driving school at 5 Ledge Road (Limited Industrial District)
• Variance from section 606.1 already granted on July 9 for driving school use
• Review and approval of September 18 meeting minutes

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Subcommittee of the Windham Planning Board will meet to develop a financial plan. The committee will also review next steps for the program.

• Development of a financial plan
• Review of next steps

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on a proposal to accept a $22,876 donation from the Windham Endowment for Community Advancement for the Town Common Beautification Project. They will also hold Board of Health hearings on septic system relief requests for properties on Cedar Road and Doiron Road, and consider proposed new fertilizer regulations within the Water Protection Overlay District. Additionally, the board will hold a public hearing on changes to the Right of Way Ordinance and make nominations to the Southern New Hampshire Planning Commission.

• Public hearing on donation of $22,876 from Windham Endowment for Town Common Beautification
• Board of Health hearing for 4 Cedar Road: request to place septic leach field 71 ft from abutting well (75 ft required)
• Board of Health hearing for 34 Doiron Road: request to place septic leach field 20 ft from owner's well (75 ft required)
• Proposed new fertilizer regulations within the Water Protection Overlay District (WPOD)
• Public hearing on proposed changes to Section VIII of the Right of Way Ordinance

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss hunting at Moeckel Pond with a NH Fish and Game Officer. A public hearing is scheduled for ZBA Case 46-2024 to rebuild and enlarge a deck at 9 Spring St. The Commission may also enter non-public session for land acquisition. Routine updates on conservation lands and trails are included.

• Discussion regarding hunting at Moeckel Pond with NH Fish and Game Officer
• ZBA Case 46-2024: rebuild and enlarge deck at 9 Spring St (Applicant Zachary Hurvitz)
• Non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II(d) for land acquisition
• Intent to Cut Applications and DES Permits & Correspondence
• Updates on Campbell Farm, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, Foster's Pond, and trails

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a workshop to review potential zoning and regulation amendments. These discussions focus on land use standards, short-term rentals, and environmental protections.

• Proposed development standards for Village Center District (WZO 612)
• Proposed Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for short-term rentals in Rural District (WZO 602) and Residence A (WZO 603)
• Proposed Shadow Lake overlay district parcel map and herbicide additions to Watershed Protection Overlay District (WZO 616)
• Proposed Cottage Overlay District for parcels near lakes and ponds in Residence A (WZO 603)
• Review of non-commercial garage height regulations (WZO 701) and Impervious Surface definition (WZO 616.4)

Capital Improvements Committee

The Windham Planning Board's Capital Improvement Program Subcommittee is meeting to rank projects. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the August 29, 2024 meeting.

• Project ranking

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear three variance requests: a continued case for a 12'x14' addition at 50 Ministerial Rd, a new case for a detached 3-car garage in the front yard at 14 Greenway Rd, and a new case for a house addition and plunge pool at 54 Turtle Rock Rd. The board will also vote on a withdrawal of a rehearing request regarding a prior denial for 26 Fordway Ext. Other items include approving meeting minutes and staff updates.

• Continued case 44-2024: variance request to allow a 12'x14' addition 3 ft from side lot line and 10 ft from front property line at 50 Ministerial Rd (pre-existing non-conforming lot)
• New case 43-2024: variance request to place a 26'x36' detached garage in the front yard at 14 Greenway Rd (accessory structures restricted to side/rear yard)
• New case 45-2024: variance request for a 342 sq ft addition with 23 ft front setback (required 50 ft) and a 7'x13' plunge pool 26 ft from side line (required 30 ft) at 54 Turtle Rock Rd
• Request for withdrawal of rehearing for 30-2024 (Equitable Waiver denial) at 26 Fordway Ext

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on two continued applications. One involves a major site plan revision for a 6,000 SF addition to an existing building at 1 and 3 Industrial Drive, along with a lot line adjustment. The other seeks a special permit to raze and reconstruct a non-conforming dwelling and build a new year-round house on Allen Road. The board will also approve minutes from multiple prior meetings.

• Case 2023-06: Major Final Site Plan and Subdivision for a 6,000 SF addition at 1 and 3 Industrial Drive (parcels 13-A-198 & 13-A-197) with a lot line adjustment adding 52,701 SF
• Case 2024-15: WWPD Special Permit to raze and reconstruct a non-conforming single-family dwelling and construct a new year-round dwelling on a pre-existing non-conforming lot at 5 Allen Road (parcel 13-J-12B)
• Review and approval of minutes from nine meetings between May and September 2024

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a site walk at 20 Turtle Rock Rd (Case #38-2024) at 6:00 PM, followed by a public meeting at 7:00 PM to discuss the case. No details about the nature of the zoning request are provided in the agenda.

• Site walk at 20 Turtle Rock Rd (Parcel 21-K-49) for Case #38-2024
• Public meeting immediately following at 7:00 PM

The Windham ZBA approved variance requests for three residential properties, allowing construction or additions on non-conforming lots. It denied a rehearing request for a previously denied variance. Two other rehearing requests were postponed, and one new case was continued.

• Denied rehearing request for Case 27-2024 (43 Rockingham Rd/36 Roulston Rd) (5-0)
• Granted variance for Case 38-2024 (20 Turtle Rock Rd) to replace non-conforming dwelling, with condition to add maintenance plan (4-1)
• Granted variance for Case 39-2024 (203 Range Rd) to build new 4-bedroom home on non-conforming lot (5-0)
• Granted variance for Case 42-2024 (132 Range Rd) for 182 sq ft addition to existing home (5-0)
• Continued Case 44-2024 (50 Ministerial Rd) to September 24th (5-0)
• Approved minutes for August 13 and August 27 meetings (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board will consider a request for rehearing of a denied variance for two parcels at 43 Rockingham Rd and 36 Roulston Rd, and continue a case for a non-conforming lot at 20 Turtle Rock Rd. New applications seek relief for construction on pre-existing non-conforming lots on Range Rd and Ministerial Rd. The board will also review meeting minutes and discuss legislative updates.

• Rehearing request for ZBA Case #27-2024 (variance denial) at 43 Rockingham Rd & 36 Roulston Rd
• Continued case 38-2024: raze and replace non-conforming 3-bedroom home at 20 Turtle Rock Rd (lot 15,697 sq ft vs. required 50,000 sq ft)
• New case 39-2024: build 54'x28' 4-bedroom home on non-conforming lot at 203 Range Rd (25,011 sq ft lot)
• New case 42-2024: 182 sq ft addition to non-conforming home at 132 Range Rd (19.9 ft from side yard vs. required 30 ft)
• New case 44-2024: 12'x14' addition 3 ft from side lot line at 50 Ministerial Rd (requires 50 ft front setback)

The Windham ZBA granted variance relief for three residential projects: a replacement home at 20 Turtle Rock Rd (4-1), a new home at 203 Range Rd (5-0), and an addition at 132 Range Rd (5-0). It denied a rehearing request for a previously denied variance at 43 Rockingham Rd (5-0). Two other rehearing requests were postponed, and one new case was continued.

• Denied rehearing for Case 27-2024 (43 Rockingham Rd) (5-0)
• Granted variance for replacement home at 20 Turtle Rock Rd with condition to add maintenance plan (4-1)
• Granted variance for new home at 203 Range Rd (5-0)
• Granted variance for addition at 132 Range Rd (5-0)
• Continued Case 44-2024 (50 Ministerial Rd) to Sept 24 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Aug 13 and Aug 27 meetings (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board holds public hearings on accepting a $17,500 donation from Windham Packaging for the Searles front steps railing project and on accepting two roadways (Wall Street and International Road). They will also consider waiving purchasing policy to award the railing replacement to Colonial Stoneworks LLC, discuss a proposed crosswalk on North Lowell Road, and talk about forming a committee for the U.S. 250th anniversary in 2026.

• Public hearing to accept $17,500 donation from Windham Packaging, LLC for Searles front steps railing project
• Request to waive purchasing policy and award railing replacement to Colonial Stoneworks LLC
• Public hearing on accepting Wall Street and International Road as town roads
• Discussion on a potential crosswalk across North Lowell Road
• Consideration of release of financial guarantee for Nouria gas station at 13-19 Rockingham Road

The Windham Select Board accepted a $17,500 donation for the Searles School front steps/railing project, awarded the stairs contract to Colonial Stoneworks for $9,450, and the railing contract to Mill City Iron for $11,560. The board also released two road bonds totaling $27,113 and accepted Wall Street as a town road, and released a $164,018.17 financial guarantee to Nouria Gas Station. A full property tax exemption was granted to Crossing Life Church (4-1).

• Granted full property tax exemption to Crossing Life Church (4-1)
• Accepted $17,500 donation from Elizabeth Varriano-Marston and James W. Finn for Searles steps/railing (5-0)
• Awarded Searles stairs contract to Colonial Stoneworks for $9,450 (5-0)
• Waived bid process for Searles railing project (4-1)
• Awarded Searles railing contract to Mill City Iron for $11,560 (4-1)
• Released $17,736 and $9,377 road bonds and accepted Wall Street as town road (5-0)
• Released $164,018.17 financial guarantee to Nouria Gas Station (5-0)
• Approved MRI wage study changes with effective date of 8/29/2024 (4-1)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review an economic development report and discuss promotional efforts for the Harvest Fest and an entrepreneur library display. Members will also confirm the composition of the Infrastructure, Land Use, and Promote Windham subcommittees.

• Economic Development Report from Director Alex Mello
• Update on Entrepreneur Library Display
• Update on Promote Windham at Harvest Fest
• Confirmation of Infrastructure subcommittee members
• Confirmation of Land Use and Promote Windham subcommittee members

The Windham Economic Development Committee met on September 13, 2024, and heard reports on several ongoing development projects. The committee discussed preliminary plans for 1-7 Indian Rock Rd, which would replace 8 single-family homes with a 40,000 sq ft medical building, and a mixed-use commercial/residential proposal at 11 Indian Rock Rd. No formal votes were taken on these projects, as they are still in the planning phase. The committee also reviewed updates on PFAS litigation and approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes from August 9, 2024 meeting (6-0-1)
• Discussed preliminary plan for 1-7 Indian Rock Rd: 8 single-family homes eliminated for 40k sq ft medical building
• Noted proposal for 11 Indian Rock Rd: 12,000 sq ft commercial building to become mixed-use with 6,000 sq ft commercial and 6,000 sq ft apartments
• Scheduled entrepreneur library display for Oct 28 for 2 weeks, with speaker presentation Nov 2
• Planned WEDC table at Harvest Fest, commitment 11:30-3pm
• Noted next Rt 111 PAC meeting scheduled for Nov 21, 4-6pm at Letizio Center
• Confirmed subcommittee members for Infrastructure, Land Use, and Promote Windham

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will meet to discuss updates on various conservation lands, including Campbell Farm, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, and Foster's Pond. A non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II (d) is scheduled for a land acquisition discussion. The commission will also review and approve meeting minutes from July 25, 2024, and consider an intent to cut applications.

• Non-public session to discuss land acquisition
• Update on Rangers Town Forest visit (old business)
• Planning for Sept 26 Fish and Game meeting for Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond
• Naming of Lowell Road properties on conservation lands
• Review and approval of July 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Windham Trustees of the Trust Funds met and handled routine administrative tasks. They approved contacting the state to resolve an issue with importing M9 data into the state's website, and re-requested TD to open two new subaccounts. Several small deposits were transferred into subaccounts, and no new deposits or disbursements were made.

• Approved contacting state to fix M9 data import (motion by Chang, seconded by Cross)
• Re-requested TD to open School Capital Reserve Fund and Town Capital Reserve Fund subaccounts
• Transferred $600 to cemetery maintenance for Molinari (check 13038)
• Transferred $400 to cemetery maintenance for Scire (check 13026)
• Transferred $200 to cemetery maintenance for Mary Rosenberg (check 168)
• Transferred $19.22 to dividends account from Comcast (check 16771346)
• Transferred $3.00 to Nesmith Library account from AT&T (check 0011639784)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a workshop to identify and discuss potential zoning and regulation amendments for the March 2025 ballot. Items include changes to the Village Center District, Market Square Overlay District, Rural and Residence Districts, and several other sections. The board may also take a position on the Southern NH Planning Commission and enter non-public session.

• Clarify CUP guidelines for Village Center District Section 612.4.3
• Allow detached accessory dwelling units in Rural District with design standards
• Allow AirBnb in Rural District & Residence District A with CUP conditions
• Create new Shadow Lake Overlay District within WPOD with health ordinance and well protections
• Create Cottage Overlay District for Residence A near water bodies

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding two public meetings to conduct site walks for proposed residential projects. These walks are preliminary to public hearings scheduled for later dates.

• Case 2024-15: Proposal to raze and reconstruct a single-family dwelling at 5 Allen Road
• Case 2024-14: Request for a setback reduction from 100 ft to 40 ft from a tributary stream at 18 Horseshoe Road to allow a new single-family dwelling and detached garage

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will conduct site walks for two proposals: a special permit to raze and reconstruct a non-conforming single-family dwelling and build a new year-round dwelling at 5 Allen Road, and a setback reduction request from a tributary stream to build a new single-family dwelling at 18 Horseshoe Road. Both cases have been previously discussed and their public hearings are continued to later dates.

• Case 2024-15 – 5 Allen Road: raze and reconstruct a pre-existing non-conforming single-family dwelling and construct a new year-round single-family dwelling with site improvements, requiring WWPD setback relief.
• Case 2024-14 – 18 Horseshoe Road: request to reduce WPOD setback from a tributary stream from 100 ft to 40 ft to allow construction of a new single-family dwelling and detached garage.
• Both site walks are for preliminary review; public hearings are continued to September 18 and October 2, 2024, respectively.

Beautification Sub-Committees

The Beautification Sub-Committee approved installing pavers around the flagpole on the Town Common, while deciding to hold off on pavers in front of Town Hall. They also reached consensus to repurpose the Veterans section fire pit into a planter, with the Recreation Department offering a borrowable fire pit for holiday events. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussed for future action.

• Approved installation of pavers around the flagpole on Town Common
• Decided to hold off on pavers in front of Town Hall
• Consensus to repurpose Veterans section fire pit into a planter

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct two public hearings: one on proposed changes to the Right of Way Ordinance (Section VIII) and another on formally accepting a one-time $333,842.85 Assistance to Firefighters Operations and Safety Grant. The board will also consider waiving local bid requirements for fire equipment purchases, discuss a salary survey, and act on land use change tax warrants for two properties.

• Public Hearing: Proposed changes to Right of Way Ordinance Section VIII
• Public Hearing: Acceptance of $333,842.85 Assistance to Firefighters Operations and Safety Grant
• Fire Dept request to waive local bid process, award equipment purchase to SCOTT via IPS of Salem, NH using HGAC/FCAM/MAPC contracts
• Land Use Change Tax Warrants: 16 Washington Rd (24-F-4030) and 39 Enterprise Dr (11-C-125)
• Potential Rehearing for Religious Exemption Request for Crossing Life Church (parcels 3-A-800, 2-A-700, 2-A-700A)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The commission will meet to review updates on local signage and pocket parks. Members will also discuss tax cards and the budget for 2025.

• 2025 budget discussion
• London Bridge Causeway sign update
• Correspondence from Seewah regarding signs
• Tax card review
• Pocket parks update

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission voted 5-0 to recommend Bill Kummer's proposal for an addition to his historic home at 132 Range Road, reversing a prior denial. The commission also approved August meeting minutes, kept the 2025 budget unchanged, and discussed various project updates.

• Recommended 132 Range Road addition proposal (5-0)
• Approved August meeting minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to keep 2025 budget same as 2024
• Agreed to arrange special workshop for Al Letizio's Indian Rock park plans
• Agreed to continue Frank Farmer as primary TRC liaison

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several continued cases, including a 40,000 sq ft medical outpatient center at 1-7 Indian Rock Road replacing previously approved uses, a 2,500 sq ft commercial building with a restaurant and drive-thru at 5 Enterprise, and a plan to add six lofted apartments above retail at 11 Indian Rock Road. The board will also hear a WPOD setback reduction and a special permit to reconstruct a non-conforming dwelling. Additionally, it will take a position on the Southern NH Planning Commission and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Case 2024-18: Final major site plan and WWPD special permit for a 40,000 sq ft medical out-patient center at 1-7 Indian Rock Road
• Case 2024-11: Final subdivision and site plan amendment for a 2,500 sq ft commercial building with restaurant and drive-thru at 5 Enterprise
• Case 2024-19: Final major site plan to add six two-bedroom lofted apartments and a restaurant at 11 Indian Rock Road
• Case 2024-14: WPOD setback reduction from 100 ft to 40 ft for a new single-family dwelling at 18 Horseshoe Road
• Case 2024-15: WWPD special permit to raze and reconstruct a non-conforming single-family dwelling at 5 Allen Road

The Windham Planning Board approved a final subdivision and site plan amendment for 5 Enterprise, including special permits, with conditions. The board continued several other applications, including 18 Horseshoe Rd, 5 Allen Rd, and 1-7 Indian Rock Rd, to future meetings or site walks. A motion to deny the WPOD waiver for 18 Horseshoe Rd failed, and the board voted to hire a wetland scientist for that property.

• Approved WPOD special permit for 5 Enterprise (5-0)
• Approved WWPD special permit for 5 Enterprise (5-0)
• Approved final subdivision and site plan for 5 Enterprise with conditions (5-0)
• Motion to deny WPOD waiver for 18 Horseshoe Rd failed (2-3)
• Continued 18 Horseshoe Rd to Sept 11 site walk and Oct 2 meeting (5-0)
• Approved hiring wetland scientist for 18 Horseshoe Rd (5-0)
• Continued 5 Allen Rd to Sept 11 site walk and Sept 18 meeting (5-0)
• Closed preliminary hearing for 1-7 Indian Rock Rd (5-0)

Select Board

The Windham Board of Selectmen is holding a non-public meeting on September 3, 2024, at 6:30 PM at Nesmith Library. The meeting is authorized under RSA 91-A:3, II(c), which permits closure for matters such as personnel or legal issues. No public agenda items are listed.

The Select Board accepted Town Administrator Brian McCarthy's letter of retirement, effective November 1, 2024, by a 5-0 vote during a nonpublic session. The board also discussed next steps for a potential temporary hire and for the next full-time Town Administrator. The minutes were not sealed.

• Accepted Town Administrator Brian McCarthy's retirement letter effective 11/1/2024 (5-0)
• Discussed next steps for temporary and full-time Town Administrator hiring

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Windham Trustees of the Trust Funds met and handled routine financial transactions. They deposited a $555,000 check from the Windham School District and allocated it across several trust subaccounts, with $50,000 earmarked for a new account to be established. They also deposited cemetery maintenance checks and dividend payments, and scheduled the next meeting for September 12, 2024. No disbursement requests were made.

• Deposited $555,000 from Windham School District (unanimous)
• Transferred $215,000 to School's Long Range Technology Trust Fund
• Transferred $200,000 to Capital Needs and Building & Grounds Maintenance Capital Reserve Fund
• Transferred $90,000 to Special Education Capital Reserve Fund
• Established new 'School Employee Benefit Capital Reserve Fund' for remaining $50,000
• Deposited cemetery maintenance checks totaling $1,600 (Lyon, Whiteford, Gao, Carpenter, Ramos)
• Deposited additional checks: $600 Molinari, $400 Scire, $200 Mary Rosenberg, $19.22 Comcast dividends, $3.00 AT&T dividends
• Scheduled next meeting for September 12, 2024 at 12:15 pm

Beautification Sub-Committees

The Beautification Sub-Committee accepted a $22,669 gift from the Windham Endowment, with $13,302 earmarked to reimburse Delahunty's plantings and $9,367 remaining for future projects. The committee also approved moving forward with the original walkway proposal from the parking lot to the gazebo and bridge, and scheduled irrigation and lighting work to begin in September 2024.

• Accepted $22,669 gift from Windham Endowment ($15,977 from NH Gives, $6,692 from Endowment)
• Allocated $13,302 of gift to reimburse Delahunty's plantings, leaving $9,367 for future use
• Approved moving forward with walkway from parking lot to gazebo and bridge, taking one parking spot
• Scheduled irrigation and lighting work to start first week of September 2024
• Decided not to do anything inside the fence along the stream after trimming

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvement Program subcommittee will hear presentations from General Services, Conservation/Trails, and SAU (School Administrative Unit) on their capital project needs. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss next steps.

• Presentation from General Services on capital needs
• Presentation from Conservation/Trails on capital needs
• Presentation from SAU on capital needs
• Review and approval of minutes from August 22, 2024

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Subcommittee met on August 29, 2024, to hear presentations on FY2025 capital requests from General Services, Conservation/Trails, and SAU. No funding decisions were made; the committee only approved the amended minutes from the August 22 meeting. The next steps include project ranking on September 19 and finalization on September 24.

• Approved amended minutes from 8/22/2024 (6-0)
• Heard FY2025 request for $250,000 highway loader replacement
• Heard FY2025 request for $139,150 road repairs
• Heard FY2025 request for $155,000 transfer station trailer replacement
• Heard FY2025 request for $400,000 town hall improvements
• Heard FY2025 request for $1.2M Greenway Trail expansion (potential 80% grant)
• Heard SAU FY2024-2025 projects: $333,000 middle school roof, $450,000 wireless network
• Assigned committee members to review presentations for ranking

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear four new variance applications. These include two requests to place sheds exceeding 101 sq ft in front yards, a commercial building with multiple setback and buffer relief at 5 Enterprise Drive, and a proposal to replace a non-conforming single-family dwelling on a lot that is undersized. The board will also review meeting minutes and handle routine administrative items.

• Case 40-2024: 12x12 shed at 98 No Lowell Rd – requests relief to locate in front yard (shed >101 sq ft only allowed in side/rear).
• Case 41-2024: 12x12x12-9" storage shed at 9 Hawthorne Rd – requests relief for front-yard placement on a double-frontage lot.
• Case 37-2024: Commercial building at 5 Enterprise Drive – requests multiple variances including front setback (25 ft vs 75 ft), landscape buffer reductions, and parking/drive-thru within WWPD buffer.
• Case 38-2024: Replace non-conforming 3-bedroom SFD at 20 Turtle Rock Rd – requests relief from lot size (15,697 sq ft vs 50,000 required) and side-yard setbacks.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss updates on various local ponds, farms, and easements. The meeting includes reviews of two ZBA cases regarding residential construction on Range Road and a potential non-public session for land acquisition.

• Case 39-2024: Request for a 54’ x 28’ dwelling at 203 Range Rd
• Case 42-2024: Review of 132 Range Road
• Clyde pond/ Gage: Parking Lot Trail
• Campbell Farm and Fosters Pond updates
• Non-public session regarding land acquisition

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Subcommittee of the Windham Planning Board will hold a meeting on August 22, 2024. The agenda includes presentations from Town Administration/General Services, the Fire Department, and Local Energy. The subcommittee will also review and approve the minutes from the July 18, 2024 meeting and discuss next steps.

• Presentation by Town Administration/General Services on capital improvement needs
• Presentation by Fire Department on capital improvement needs
• Presentation by Local Energy on capital improvement needs
• Review and approval of minutes from July 18, 2024 meeting

The Capital Improvements Committee subcommittee heard presentations on capital requests, including a $97,500 Nesmith Library reserve fund, Fire Department equipment replacements, and solar panel proposals for the Fire and Police Departments. No funding decisions were made; the committee only approved the amended minutes from the July 18, 2024 meeting. The next steps include final presentations on August 29 and project ranking on September 19.

• Approved amended minutes from 7/18/24 (6-0)
• Heard Nesmith Library capital reserve fund request of $97,500 for a power purchase agreement
• Heard Fire Department PPE replacement request of $130,000 for 2025
• Heard Fire Department Engine-3 replacement request of $860,000 for 2026
• Heard Fire Department Tanker-1 replacement request of $659,000 for 2028
• Heard Fire Department Forestry-1 replacement request of $150,000 for 2029
• Heard Fire Department radio replacement request of $308,000 for 2030
• Heard solar panel proposals for Fire and Police Departments (capital reserve fund or bond)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will consider a revision to a previously approved site plan at 1 and 3 Industrial Drive, including a 6,000 SF addition and lot line adjustment. Two public hearings are scheduled: one to amend design regulations to limit LED lighting color temperature, and another to update the Public Safety and School Impact Fee schedules by 3% based on CPI. The board will also review financial guarantee releases for Nouria at 13-19 Rockingham Road and Wall Street road acceptance.

• Case 2023-06: Major Final Site Plan and Subdivision for 1 and 3 Industrial Drive – 6,000 SF addition and 52,701 SF lot line adjustment
• Public hearing to adopt Design Regulations amendment limiting LED color temperature to 3000K (preferred) and not exceeding 4000K
• Public hearing to increase School Impact Fee to $11,583.43 per single-family dwelling and $4,027.49 for other dwellings (excluding 55+); Public Safety fees increased per unit type (e.g., single-family detached $1,628.62)
• Financial guarantee release for Nouria at 13-19 Rockingham Road
• Financial guarantee release and road acceptance for Wall Street

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees approved a $60 piano repair and reviewed progress on the exterior painting and front step projects. Donations totaling $28,500 were secured for the front steps, pending BOS acceptance. The board also discussed brochure reprints, a ribbon cutting event, and a non-profit expo.

• Approved $60 piano repair (7-0)
• Accepted meeting minutes of August 20, 2024 (7-0)
• Agreed to order brochure reprint based on cost-effectiveness
• Reserved space at Salem Chamber Non-Profit Expo
• Discussed but did not decide on audio system purchase

Beautification Sub-Committees

The Town Common Beautification Committee approved moving forward with a new planting bed and flag pole area upgrade by Delahunty's, an irrigation system around the gazebo, and low-voltage lighting for the flag pole and gazebo. The committee also discussed presenting a DOT crosswalk update to the Board of Selectmen and exploring legal options for using funds on the Church Rd property.

• Approved new planting bed and flag pole area upgrade (motion by Mark Samsel, seconded by Frank Farmer, passed)
• Approved irrigation system with 4 spickets and heads around gazebo (5-0-1, Siri Wilbur abstaining)
• Approved low-voltage lighting for flag pole and gazebo (5-0-1, Siri Wilbur abstaining)

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will review a salary survey presented by Carol Granfield/MRI and conduct a final review of the Military Leave Policy. The board will also receive hiring updates for the Police Department and discuss drought status.

• Salary Survey Review by Carol Granfield/MRI
• Final Review of Military Leave Policy
• Police Department hiring updates
• Drought status discussion

The Windham Select Board approved the town's military leave policy (4-0) and, in nonpublic session, approved hiring a new dispatcher, appointing a new Building Inspector as Health Officer, and approving the Windham Woods Settlement Agreement. The board also discussed a salary survey for non-union employees, with a projected cost of $38,353, and will revisit it in three weeks. Police staffing shortages were discussed, with a referral bonus proposal to be considered on 9/16.

• Approved military leave policy (4-0)
• Hired John McLaughlin as dispatcher, Step 2 Grade 10, 12-month probation (4-0, nonpublic)
• Appointed Keith Meile as Health Officer (4-0, nonpublic)
• Approved Windham Woods Settlement Agreement (4-0, nonpublic)
• Entered nonpublic session under RSA 91-A:3 II (b), (c), (e) (4-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear a request to rehear a previously granted variance for a 25-foot vernal pool buffer at 33 London Bridge Rd. Two continued cases involve administrative appeals of cease-and-desist orders at 1 Morrison Rd and 44 Range Rd. Four new cases seek setback relief for existing structures, including an addition at 26 Fordway Ext, a shed at 14 Depot Rd, a shed at 20 Northland Rd, and a floating deck at 46 W. Shore Rd.

• Rehearing request for variance from vernal pool buffer requirement at 33 London Bridge Rd (24-2024)
• Continued administrative appeal of cease-and-desist at 1 Morrison Rd by Crossing LIFE Church (28-2024)
• Continued administrative appeal of cease-and-desist at 44 Range Rd by Shawn Foster (29-2024)
• New application for setback relief for completed addition at 26 Fordway Ext (36-2024)
• Equitable waiver request for shed relocated to front yard at 14 Depot Rd (32-2024)

The Windham ZBA denied a rehearing request for a previously granted variance, upheld cease and desist orders against short-term rentals at two properties, and approved several variances and an equitable waiver for sheds and a deck. All decisions were made with recorded votes, and the board noted a 30-day appeal period for most cases.

• Denied rehearing request for variance at 33 London Bridge Rd (5-0)
• Modified cease and desist at 1 Morrison Rd, requiring owner occupancy for ADU (5-0)
• Affirmed cease and desist at 44 Range Rd, prohibiting Airbnb as transient use (5-0)
• Granted variance for addition at 26 Fordway Ext (5-0)
• Granted equitable waiver for shed at 14 Depot Rd (5-0)
• Granted variance for shed at 20 Northland Rd (3-2)
• Granted variance for floating deck at 46 W. Shore Rd, conditioned on driveway compliance (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee (WEDC) is holding a regular meeting with updates on economic development, subcommittee reports, and liaison reports from the Board of Selectmen, Planning Board, and Southern New Hampshire Chamber. The agenda is primarily procedural with no specific votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Economic Development Update from Alex Mello
• Review of minutes from July 2024 meeting
• Subcommittee reports and membership updates
• Liaison reports from BOS, PB, and SNH Chamber

Cable Advisory Board

The Windham Cable Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with routine business including Comcast updates, a financial report, and discussion of the 2025 budget. The board will also elect officers and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion of the 2025 budget
• Comcast updates
• Financial report
• Election of officers

The Windham Cable Advisory Board elected Leo Hart as Chair, Tom Nolan as Vice Chair, and Barbara Coish as Secretary. The board also voted to recommend Dan Pascarella for full-time membership and to seek a new alternate member. The meeting included a moment of silence for former Chair Margaret Case and approval of prior minutes.

• Elected Leo Hart as Chair, Tom Nolan as Vice Chair, Barbara Coish as Secretary (6-0)
• Voted to recommend Dan Pascarella for full-time member and seek a new alternate
• Approved minutes of December 19, 2023 (6-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss a final major site plan for a 40,000-square-foot medical outpatient center at 1-7 Indian Rock Road, replacing a previously approved retail/office building. The agenda also includes a ZBA case for a non-conforming lot at 20 Turtle Rock Road, updates on conservation lands and easements, and a potential non-public session on land acquisition.

• Final Major Site Plan / WWPD Special Permit for a 40,000 sq ft medical outpatient center at 1-7 Indian Rock Road (Case #2024-18)
• ZBA Case 38-2024: request to raze and replace a non-conforming dwelling on a 15,697 sq ft lot at 20 Turtle Rock Road
• Reimbursement for Conservation Loan Payment 2024
• Updates on Campbell Farm, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, Fosters Pond, and Lowell Road Conservation Purchase
• Trails Committee meeting overview and potential non-public session on land acquisition

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on several major site plans and special permits. Key items include a 40,000-square-foot medical outpatient center replacing a previously approved retail/office at 1-7 Indian Rock Road, and an art building/office for a school at 39 Roulston Road. Applicants have also requested deadline extensions for two cases, which the board will consider.

• Final Major Site Plan for a 40,000 SF medical outpatient center at 1-7 Indian Rock Road (Case 2024-18)
• Final Major Site Plan for an art building/office at 39 Roulston Road for a school use (Case 2024-20)
• Final Major Site Plan amendment at 11 Indian Rock Road to add a restaurant and six lofted apartments (Case 2024-19)
• WPOD setback reduction request from 100 ft to 40 ft for a new single-family dwelling at 18 Horseshoe Road (Case 2024-14)
• Request to extend deadlines for Cases 2024-14 and 2024-18 to September 4 and August 21, respectively

The Windham Planning Board approved a final major site plan (Case 2024-20) for an art building/office building at 39 Roulston Road, with several associated waivers, all by 5-0 votes. The board also approved a lot line adjustment for a subdivision at 43B Woodvue Rd & 2 Sharma Way (Case 2024-16), and continued or rescheduled several other cases to September 4, 2024. A WWPD waiver for a new dwelling at 5 Allen Rd (Case 2024-15) was denied, with the case continued for further review.

• Approved final major site plan for art building at 39 Roulston Road (5-0)
• Approved site plan waivers for Case 2024-20 (5-0)
• Approved lot line adjustment for Case 2024-16 (5-0)
• Denied WWPD waiver for Case 2024-15 (2-3)
• Ordered wetland scientist review for Case 2024-15 (4-1)
• Scheduled site walk at 5 Allen Road (3-2)
• Continued Case 2024-15 to September 4, 2024 (5-0)
• Rescheduled Cases 2024-14 and 2024-18 to September 4, 2024 (5-0)

Local Energy Committee

The Windham Local Energy Committee will meet to approve minutes from June 23 and receive an update on Community Power. The main discussion item is reviewing draft committee project requests for the Capital Improvement Process.

• Approve meeting minutes from June 23, 2024
• Update on Community Power by A. Reed
• Review draft LEC project requests for the Capital Improvement Process

The Local Energy Committee approved the July 23, 2024 minutes (5-0) and reviewed an article on the Community Power Aggregation Program. They decided to submit two Capital Improvement Program (CIP) requests for solar systems at the Fire Department and a library PPA buyout, with a possible third for the Police Department pending resolution of the chief's concerns. No CIP request for a landfill solar system was made this year, as more analysis is needed.

• Approved July 23, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Reviewed and edited Community Power article for Windham Independent
• Agreed to submit CIP request for Nesmith Library PPA buyout
• Agreed to submit CIP request for Fire Department solar system
• Agreed to consider Police Department solar CIP pending chief's issue
• Decided not to submit landfill solar CIP this year

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on two requests to replace septic systems with setbacks closer to wells than allowed, requiring relief from town regulations. The board will also consider authorizing Benchmark Engineering to submit land-use applications for town-owned land sold under the 2024 warrant and a bio-retention cell at the Town Beach. Final approval of a Military Leave Policy is on the agenda.

• Public hearing for septic system relief at 21 Second Street – leach field 45 ft from abutting well, 75 ft required
• Public hearing for septic system relief at 13 York Road – leach field 65 ft from on-site well, 75 ft required
• Authorization for Benchmark Engineering to submit land-use applications for Indian Rock Office Park on town-owned land sold per Article 6 of 2024 warrant
• Authorization for Benchmark Engineering to submit DES application for bio-retention cell near outlet of conveyance swale at Town Beach
• Final approval of Military Leave Policy

The Windham Select Board, acting as the Board of Health, approved two septic system replacement waivers: one for 21 Second St. and one for 13 York Road, both allowing leach fields closer to wells than the 75-foot requirement. The Board also signed an authorization for Indian Rock Office Park's land acquisition application, noting no endorsement of variances, and supported a bioretention application to NH DES. The Board extended the RFP deadline for legal services to August 9th and tabled drought restrictions to the next agenda.

• Approved septic waiver for 21 Second St. (16-P-201A) allowing leach field 45 ft from well (6-0)
• Approved septic waiver for 13 York Road allowing leach field 65 ft from well (6-0)
• Signed authorization for Indian Rock Office Park land acquisition, no endorsement of variances (5-0)
• Supported NH DES application for bioretention swale/cell at town beach (5-0)
• Extended RFP for Legal Services deadline to Aug 9 at 2 pm (5-0)
• Approved July 22nd draft minutes as amended (4-0-1, Breton abstained)
• Entered nonpublic session under RSA 91-A:3 II (c and e) (5-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The commission will meet to review updates on various town projects and tax cards. The agenda consists primarily of status reports and procedural items.

• London Bridge Causeway signs update
• Tax cards review
• Pocket Parks update
• Beautification update

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will meet with developers Simon Beylin and Karl Dubay to discuss a new building on town-owned land on Route 28, reviewing services and support for construction and a finance application. The board will also consider approval of past meeting minutes and discuss current issues.

• Meeting with Beylin Development and The Dubay Group Inc. regarding a new building location on town-owned land on Route 28
• Review of services and support for construction and finance application
• Review and possible approval of past meeting minutes
• Discussion by authority members on current and past issues

The Windham Housing Authority met on July 31, 2024, and heard a conceptual presentation from Beylin Development and The Dubay Group for a 48-unit affordable housing development on town-owned land at Rt 28 and Seavey Rd. No formal decision was made on the proposal; the developers will refine plans and explore funding options. The board approved the May 29, 2024 minutes as amended, adopted the WHA Rules of Procedure as red-lined, and adjourned.

• Approved May 29, 2024 minutes as amended (4-0)
• Adopted WHA Rules of Procedure as red-lined and submitted to BOS (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Final Major Site Plan amendment for 11 Indian Rock Road, which proposes converting retail/office space to a bistro and adding six 2-bedroom apartments. The agenda also includes two variance requests: one for a floating deck at 46 W. Shore Rd and another for commercial development at 5 Enterprise Drive. Routine items such as trail updates, meeting minutes, and a possible non-public session on land acquisition are also scheduled.

• Final Major Site Plan amendment at 11 Indian Rock Road: revise Building C façade, change from retail/office to retail and bistro, add six 2-bedroom market-rate loft apartments
• Variance request for 46 W. Shore Rd: allow 16' x 18' floating deck within rear and side yard setbacks
• Variance request for 5 Enterprise Drive: relief for building setback, canopy setback, landscaped areas, and parking within WWPD buffer
• Non-public session under RSA 91-A:3 II(d) for land acquisition discussion
• Meeting minutes to approve: 4/11/2024, 5/9/2024, 7/11/2024

The Windham Conservation Commission met on July 25, 2024, and reviewed two site plan amendments (11 Indian Rock Road and 5 Enterprise Drive) but took no final action on them. The commission also discussed several property matters, including an easement encroachment at 155 Range Road, landscaping at Campbell Farm, a security camera at Moeckel Pond, and a fallen tree at Foster's Pond. The only formal decisions were approving the minutes of three prior meetings and adjourning.

• Approved minutes of April 11, 2024 (unanimous, with two abstentions)
• Approved minutes of May 9, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 11, 2024 (unanimous, with one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss current well regulations and the official position on future waterline expansion, including RT 111. The board will also review existing ordinances and overlay districts regarding ponds, lakes, streams, and wetlands.

• Discussion of existing waterlines on RT 28
• Determination of position on waterline expansion for RT 111
• Review of State housing development regulations related to waterlines
• Evaluation of WWPD and WPOD overlay districts
• Establishment of subcommittees for deliverables

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee will review three Final Major Site Plan applications for properties in Windham. Two cases involve amendments to previously approved projects at Indian Rock Road, while the third proposes new contractor garages at Rockingham Road.

• Case #2024-10: Two 5,000 SF contractor garages with six units at 135 Rockingham Road
• Case #2024-18: Medical center replacing retail/office at 1-7 Indian Rock Road with landscaping upgrades
• Case #2024-19: Revised façade and use change to retail/bistro with six loft apartments at 11 Indian Rock Road

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear two new cases: a variance request for an accessory dwelling unit at 4 Dublin Rd, and an administrative appeal of a cease-and-desist order at 84 Meetinghouse Rd. The board will also review meeting minutes, receive staff updates, and may enter non-public session as permitted by state law.

• Variance request for an ~800 sq ft ADU at 4 Dublin Rd to allow side setback of 12-13 ft where 30 ft is required
• Administrative appeal by Michael Pan of a cease-and-desist and notice of violation issued June 4, 2024 for property at 84 Meetinghouse Rd
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes
• Legislative and staff updates

Local Energy Committee

The Windham Local Energy Committee will review and approve meeting minutes from June 12, receive an update on the Community Power program, and discuss potential project submissions for the Capital Improvement Process. No final decisions are expected; all items are for discussion or information.

• Approve meeting minutes from June 12, 2024
• Update on Community Power – A. Reed
• Discussion of possible LEC project submissions to the Capital Improvement Process – M. Kovacs

The Local Energy Committee approved the minutes from June 12, 2024, and agreed to re-submit three capital improvement projects (Nesmith solar buyout, Fire Department solar, Police Department solar) with revised write-ups. They also decided to add two new solar projects: one for the Transfer Station in 2026 and a large-scale ground-mounted system for the town landfill. Committee members were assigned to draft write-ups by August 2, with a submission deadline of August 16, 2024.

• Approved June 12, 2024 LEC minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to re-submit three CIP solar projects with revised write-ups
• Decided to add Transfer Station solar project (2026) to CIP submissions
• Decided to add landfill ground-mounted solar project to CIP submissions
• Assigned committee members to draft project write-ups by August 2, 2024

Select Board

The Select Board will consider signing a License and Access Agreement for the Indian Rock Project at 39 Enterprise Drive, allowing A.J. Letizio Enterprises to begin construction on town land prior to acquisition. The board will also hear presentations on energy consulting, a camera request at Moeckel Pond Dam, and the ten-year transportation improvement plan. Administrative items include a two-year operational review and discussion of draft goals.

• Signing of License and Access Agreement for 39 Enterprise Drive (Indian Rock Project) with A.J. Letizio Enterprises
• Presentation by ESG2 on sustainability and clean energy consulting for federal grant proposals
• Request to install a camera at Moeckel Pond Dam by Dianna and Neil Fallon
• Discussion of Project Solicitation for FY 2027-2036 Ten-Year Transportation Improvement Plan with Southern NH Planning Commission
• Two-year review of town operations and review of draft goals by Chairman Partington

The Windham Board of Selectmen discussed a proposal from Guaranteed Community Advisors (GCA) to help secure federal and state grants for town projects, but the board was split 2-2 on whether to move forward, so no action was taken. The board unanimously approved a camera donation from the Friends of Moeckel Pond for the dam parking area, and also approved sending a letter to the DOT and completing paperwork to add the Greenway Trail to the 10-year transportation plan. Additionally, the board approved a lease agreement for the Indian Rock Project at 39 Enterprise Drive.

• GCA grant funding proposal tabled due to 2-2 vote
• Approved camera donation from Friends of Moeckel Pond (4-0)
• Approved letter to DOT and Greenway Trail paperwork (4-0)
• Approved lease agreement for Indian Rock Project (4-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a continued case regarding a motel property. The board is considering requests for relief from specific zoning sections to allow a change of use and the addition of a utility building.

• Case 27-2024: Request to change the use of a 58 1-bedroom unit motel at 43 Rockingham Rd and 36 Roulston Rd
• Case 27-2024: Request to add a 12’ x 12’ utility building at 43 Rockingham Rd

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment voted 3-2 to deny a use variance that would have allowed converting a 58-unit motel at 43 Rockingham Rd into apartments, citing failure to meet hardship criteria. The board unanimously granted a separate variance for a 12' x 12' utility building on the same property. All prior meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved minutes from 5/14, 5/28, 6/11, 6/25, and 7/9 meetings (various votes)
• Granted variance for 12' x 12' utility building at 43 Rockingham Rd (5-0)
• Denied use variance to change motel to apartments at 43 Rockingham Rd (3-2)
• Approved findings of fact for utility building variance (5-0)
• Approved findings of fact for use variance denial (3-2)

Capital Improvements Committee

The Windham Planning Board’s Capital Improvements Program subcommittee will convene for a standard meeting. Agenda items include electing officers, approving administrative documents, and setting future meeting dates. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Subcommittee of the Windham Planning Board met on July 18, 2024, and unanimously re-elected Rob Gustafson as Chair, Mark Kovacs as Vice Chair, and Kathleen Harris as Clerk. The committee reviewed and confirmed the cover letter and distribution list, and approved changes to the Project Request Form, including adding an email contact line, the requested funded year, and a reduced operating costs option. The meeting schedule and approval timeline for the 2024-25 CIP cycle were set, with a deadline of August 16, 2024, and final Planning Board review on October 9, 2024.

• Re-elected Rob Gustafson as Chair (6-0)
• Re-elected Mark Kovacs as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Re-elected Kathleen Harris as Clerk (6-0)
• Approved changes to Project Request Form (add email, funded year, reduced operating costs)
• Confirmed cover letter and distribution list
• Set CIP timeline: deadline Aug 16, presentations Aug 22 & 29, ranking Sep 19, finalize Sep 24, Planning Board review Oct 9

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings and decide on several site plan and subdivision applications, including a final major site plan for six contractor garages at 135 Rockingham Road, a final subdivision amendment for a new commercial building with a drive-thru restaurant at 5 Enterprise (with a requested deadline extension), a conceptual site plan for multiple buildings at Windham Woods School, a final minor site plan for an art building at the same school, and a major WPOD application for a home addition at 40 Fish Road. The board will also review minutes from five prior meetings.

• Case 2024-10: Final Major Site Plan for two 5,000 SF contractor garages (six units) at 135 Rockingham Road.
• Case 2024-11: Final Subdivision and Site Plan Amendment for a 2,500 SF commercial building with drive-thru at 5 Enterprise; deadline extension requested to September 4, 2024.
• Case 2024-12: Conceptual Site Plan for art/office building, school bus office, barn, wood shop, field house, indoor sports court at 39 Roulston Road (Windham Woods School).
• Case 2024-17: Final Minor Site Plan for art building/office at 39 Roulston Road, allowing school use in a portion zoned Commercial District A.
• Case 2024-13: Major WPOD Application for a home addition, shed relocation, and site improvements at 40 Fish Road.

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will review updates on several local development projects, including sites on Rockingham Road and Enterprise Drive. The meeting also includes subcommittee reports regarding land use and infrastructure. Additionally, the committee will hear liaison reports from the Planning Board and Board of Selectmen.

• Updates on properties including 13-15 Rockingham Road and 86 Rockingham Road
• Land Use subcommittee report
• Infrastructure subcommittee report
• Update on the June 26 NHDOT PAC meeting
• Liaison reports from the Planning Board and Board of Selectmen

Conservation Commission

The Commission will conduct elections and review minutes from June 13, 2024. The agenda includes a final subdivision request for Woodvue Road and updates on various conservation lands and easements.

• Final Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit for 43B Woodvue Rd & 2 Sharma Way
• Motel use change and utility building at 43 Rockingham Rd & 36 Roulston Rd
• Variance for an 800 sq ft ADU at 4 Dublin Rd
• UNH Fisher Cat Research updates
• Non-public session regarding land acquisition

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss whether impact fee metrics reflect School District data. The board also plans to evaluate the Capital Improvement Plan and consider proposed changes to Design Review Regulations Section 701.

• Review of impact fee metrics relative to School District data
• Appointment of Capital Improvement Plan members
• Evaluation of the current Capital Improvement Plan system
• Proposed changes to Design Review Regulations Section 701

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review several applications for zoning relief and administrative appeals. These include requests to change the use of a motel, permit a driving school, and address property setback waivers.

• Change of use for 58-unit motel and addition of 12’ x 12’ utility building at 43 Rockingham Rd & 36 Roulston Rd
• Request to permit a driving school at 5 Ledge Rd
• Administrative Appeal regarding a Cease and Desist notice at 1 Morrison Rd
• Administrative Appeal regarding a Cease and Desist notice at 44 Range Rd
• Equitable Waiver for a residential addition setback at 26 Fordway Ext

Local Energy Committee

The committee will review a July 8 meeting with the Board of Selectmen regarding a possible grant proposal for a solar system at the Windham municipal building. The agenda also includes approval of the June 12, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Review of potential solar grant proposal for Windham municipal building
• Approval of June 12, 2024, meeting minutes

Select Board

The Select Board will review requests to accept multiple roads into the public system. The agenda also includes discussions on financial guarantee releases and a potential solar grant for municipal buildings.

• Acceptance of Settler’s Ridge Road, Glendenin Road, Burnham Road, and Bennington Road as public roads
• Release of financial guarantees for 22 Roulston Road/12 Industrial Drive and 10 Harris Road
• Funding request for a subdivision plan survey at 16 Lowell Road
• Grant opportunity for a municipal solar facility
• Review of the Military Leave Policy

Conservation Commission

The agenda lists updates for several conservation areas, including Campbell Farm and Fosters Pond. The Commission will also review meeting minutes and address intent to cut applications. A non-public session is scheduled regarding land acquisition.

• Intent to Cut Applications
• Church St Easement updates
• Land acquisition discussion (non-public)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider applications regarding land use, setbacks, and fence heights. This includes a request to change the use of a 58-unit motel and add a utility building. The board will also review requests for vernal pool setback relief and a fence height waiver.

• Use change for a 58-unit motel and addition of a 12’ x 12’ utility building at 43 Rockingham Rd & 36 Roulston Rd
• Relief from vernal pool setback requirements to allow road access at 33 London Bridge Rd
• Equitable waiver for a 6-foot front yard fence at 2 Squire Armour Rd

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a firearms retail license application and several committee volunteer appointments. The board will also review various tax exemption requests and a septic system relief request for 5 Abbott Road. Additionally, the status of the Town Hall foundation project will be discussed.

• Firearms retail license application for Canobie Lake Firearms and Weapon works, LLC
• Septic system relief request for 5 Abbott Road regarding well distance requirements
• Votes on committee volunteer applicants for Searles, Historic District, and Local Energy committees
• Review of religious, charitable, and educational tax exemption requests
• Status update on the Town Hall foundation project

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a workshop to discuss plans for acquiring two new properties. The discussion includes the rear portion of 16 Lowell Road and a parcel at 24 Lowell Road.

• Acquisition plans for 16 Lowell Rd (Parcel 20-D-500)
• Acquisition plans for 24 Lowell Rd (Parcel 20-D-400)

Planning Board

The board will consider requests to extend deadlines for reviewing three new development applications. These cases involve proposed contractor garages, a restaurant building, and an art/office complex.

• Case # 2024-10: Proposed two 5,000 SF contractor garages at 135 Rockingham Road
• Case # 2024-11: Proposed 2,500 SF commercial building for a restaurant at 5 Enterprise
• Case # 2024-12: Conceptual site plan for an art/office complex at 39 Roulston Road
• Requests to extend application deadlines to July 2024

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will introduce new members Simon Senior and DJ Withee. The meeting includes an update on the Village Center District and reports from various liaisons.

• Introduction of members Simon Senior and DJ Withee
• Update on Village Center District by Simon Beylin
• Liaison reports from BOS, PB, Southern New Hampshire Chamber, and Infrastructure Subcommittee

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review multiple applications for subdivisions, site plans, and permit requests. The agenda also includes commission elections and a non-public session regarding land acquisition.

• Final Subdivision at 5 Enterprise for a 2,500 square foot restaurant with a drive-thru
• Conceptual Site Plan for an art/office building and sports court at 39 Roulston Road
• Request to change motel use and add a utility building at 43 Rockingham Rd & 36 Roulston Rd
• Special Permit for a new home and septic system at 5 Allen Road
• Setback reduction request from 100 feet to 40 feet at 18 Horseshoe Road

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several land use applications, including a new restaurant subdivision and motel modifications. The meeting also includes commission elections and discussions regarding land acquisition.

• Final Subdivision at 5 Enterprise for a 2,500 sq ft commercial building with a drive-thru
• Use change and utility building addition for a motel at 43 Rockingham Rd
• Conceptual Site Plan for an art/office complex at 39 Roulston Road
• Setback reduction request for 18 Horseshoe Road
• WWPD Special Permit to raze and rebuild a home at 5 Allen Road

Planning Board

The board will discuss single-family and multi-family zoning, workforce housing compliance with State RSAs, and 55+ housing regulations. The meeting may also include the establishment of subcommittees to generate deliverables.

• Discussion on Single-Family and Multi-Family Zoning
• Review of Workforce Housing ordinance compliance with State RSAs
• Discussion on 55+ Housing regulations
• Potential establishment of new subcommittees

Local Energy Committee

The committee will consider recommending a proposal for the Municipal Solar Grant Program following an RFP from the US and NH Departments of Energy. Members will also receive updates on street lighting upgrades and Windham Community Power.

• Municipal Solar Grant Program discussion
• Street Lighting Upgrade contract status update
• Windham Community News 'Kick-off' status update
• Approval of May 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear an appeal regarding a Planning Board decision to deny a subdivision application at 33 London Bridge Road. The board will also consider a request to reduce the required vernal pool buffer from 40 feet to 25 feet for this property.

• Administrative appeal of a denied subdivision application at 33 London Bridge Rd
• Request for relief to allow a 25-foot setback from a vernal pool instead of the required 40 feet
• Review and approval of May 14 and May 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will consider a conservation land acquisition bond involving the NH Municipal Bond Bank. The meeting also includes requests for development work on Bissell Camp Rd and the appointment of a Deputy Treasurer. Other items include reviewing housing authority rules and committee volunteer interviews.

• Approval of resolutions for a conservation land acquisition bond
• Cedar Crest Development LLC request for work on Bissell Camp Rd
• Acceptance of $4,500 call box and $7,000 in TVs for the Fire Department
• Appointment of a Deputy Treasurer
• Review of painting quotes for Searles Trustees

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The commission will approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive updates on several committees, including TRC, DRC, and Beautification. The agenda also includes discussion regarding tax cards and a Church Street easement.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Committee updates (TRC, DRC, Beautification, Pocket Parks)
• Tax card review
• Church Street Easement discussion
• Community outreach discussion

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a final major site plan for two 5,000 SF contractor garages at 135 Rockingham Road. The board will also consider a request to remove a landscaped roundabout requirement from the Del Ray Place development.

• Final Major Site Plan for contractor garages at 135 Rockingham Road
• Revision to Del Ray Place site plan to remove a landscaped roundabout requirement

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed well at 36 Horseshoe Road, which requires a waiver from the 50-foot road setback rule. They will also discuss finalizing a grass cap design for PFAS-contaminated soil at Fellows Road, decide on combining two parcels for Windham Woods, and consider a crosswalk on Church Street. The board will also interview committee volunteers and award capital leases for police cruisers and transfer station equipment.

• Public hearing on well waiver for 36 Horseshoe Road (Map 17-7 Lot 75A)
• Decision on combining Windham Woods parcels (Map 13C Lot 400 & former Map 8C Lot 101)
• Discussion on crosswalk on Church Street between Presbyterian Church and Town Common
• Finalization of grass cap design for PFAS soil at Fellows Road
• Capital lease bid award for police cruisers, transfer station loader and trash trailer

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending that the Board of Selectmen seek bonds or notes to purchase two properties. These acquisitions are pursuant to Article 4 of the 2022 Town Warrant.

• Purchase of approximately 8 acres at 16 Lowell Road (parcel 20-D-500) for $600,000
• Purchase of approximately 22.6 acres at 24 Lowell Road (parcel 20-D-400) for $1,400,000

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will discuss and vote on purchasing two properties on Lowell Road for conservation, following a Conservation Commission public hearing. The board will also consider a donation request for an emergency call box at the town beach from Pelham.

• Vote on purchase of rear portion of parcel 20-D-500 (16 Lowell Road), ~8 acres, for $600,000
• Vote on purchase of entirety of parcel 20-D-400 (24 Lowell Road), ~22.6 acres, for $1,400,000
• Discussion of donation request for emergency call box from Town of Pelham for Windham Town Beach

Housing Authority

The Windham Housing Authority will meet to discuss applying for LIHTC funding for senior housing with Neighborworks of Southern NH, review revised policies and procedures, and approve past meeting minutes. The meeting is primarily a discussion and review session, with no final votes expected on major items.

• Discussion with Robert Tourigny/Neighborworks on LIHTC funding application for senior housing
• Review of WHA Policies and Procedures revised by Town Attorney Campbell
• Review and approval of past meeting minutes
• Discussion of current and past issues/concerns

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is considering a request to construct three buildings containing 72 two-bedroom rental units at 10 Libbey Rd. The board will also review an application for a shed setback variance at 1 Galway Road and approve minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting.

• Request to construct 72 two-bedroom apartment rental units at 10 Libbey Rd
• Request for a 10 ft x 18 ft shed to be located 4 ft from the side lot line at 1 Galway Road
• Review and approval of May 14, 2024 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Commission will consider a Final Major Site Plan for two contractor garages totaling six units at 135 Rockingham Road, along with updates on conservation lands, trails, and a possible land acquisition discussion.

• Final Major Site Plan for two 5,000 SF contractor garages at 135 Rockingham Road (Parcel 3-B-250)
• Updates on Campbell Farm, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, and Church Street Easement
• Discussion of land acquisition in non-public session
• Review of meeting minutes from May 23, 2024

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to review every zoning district in town, deciding whether each should stay as written, be modified, or be removed and replaced. The board will discuss residential, commercial, and industrial zones, including a 'ghost zone' called Commercial B that appears on maps but not in ordinances. They may also create subcommittees to work on any changes.

• Review of Village Center, Gateway, and Market Square Overlay Districts
• Discussion of whether Neighborhood Business zone should be merged into Commercial A or returned to Rural
• Addressing 3 parcels listed as Commercial B (CDB) on maps but not in ordinances
• Review of Professional Business & Technology and Light Industrial zones, including existing development outside stated uses
• Possible creation of subcommittees to generate deliverables

Stormwater Management Committee

The Stormwater Management Committee is meeting to discuss MCM6, Appendix H, and mapping. The agenda contains only procedural and discussion items with no specific decisions, dollar amounts, or project names mentioned.

• Discussion of MCM6
• Discussion of Appendix H
• Discussion of mapping

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee will discuss the status of the street lighting upgrade contract and the Windham Community Power kick-off. The committee will also receive an introduction to ESG2, a consulting company that helps municipalities secure federal grants for clean energy projects.

• Street Lighting Upgrade contract status
• Windham Community Power kick-off status
• Presentation by ESG2 on federal grants for sustainability and clean energy

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review a final subdivision for 14 single-family lots at 33 London Bridge Road, a new freestanding sign at 26 Haverhill Road, and a customary home occupation at 134 Range Road. It will also consider a lot line adjustment at 1 & 5 Bissell Camp and financial guarantee releases for several developments. The meeting includes design review candidates and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Final subdivision: 14 lots on 41.63 acres at 33 London Bridge Road (Case 2023-24)
• New freestanding sign at 26 Haverhill Road (Parcel 11-A-315)
• Customary home occupation for yoga/retreats at 134 Range Road (Case 2024-07)
• Lot line adjustment at 1 & 5 Bissell Camp (Case 2024-09)
• Financial guarantee releases: Woodside South Development II, Wood Meadow Estates, 10 Harris Road, Medicus

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment is scheduled to discuss several zoning variance requests that determine whether specific properties can operate outside standard town rules. The agenda covers a rehearing on short-term rental use, a continued case for a multi-family housing project, and new applications for front-yard structures and commercial signage. These decisions will directly shape local land use regulations and property development options in Windham.

• Rehearing request to allow Air B&B use at 1 Second St after March denial
• Continued case to construct 72 two-bedroom apartments at 10 Libbey Rd
• New application for two portable garages in a front yard at 70 Mammoth Rd
• New application for an electronic reader board sign at 57 Rockingham Rd

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will hold a public hearing on a request to drill a new well at 36 Horseshoe Road that does not meet setback requirements from its septic leach field and the road. The board will also receive updates from the Rockingham County Commissioner, consider property tax abatements and exemptions, discuss a flagpole replacement, a fundraiser request, and the purchase of police cruisers.

• Public hearing on well setback relief for 36 Horseshoe Road (Michael and Wanda Koch)
• Abatement requests for Map 2B Lot L-210, Map 9A Lot 600, Map 13B Lot 10
• Application for property tax assessment of chartered public school facilities (Map 13A Lot 198)
• Flagpole replacement request and Windham Basketball Club fundraiser at Griffin Park on July 14, 2024
• Purchase of police cruisers

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will review April minutes, receive an update from the Energy Committee, and discuss a potential Promote Windham event. Members will also plan a meeting between developers, the Board of Selectmen (BOS), and Planning Board (PB), followed by liaison reports. This agenda lists discussion topics rather than final decisions.

• Update from the Energy Committee
• Discussion of a potential Promote Windham event
• Planning a meeting among developers, BOS, and PB
• Liaison reports from BOS, PB, and Infrastructure Subcommittee

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will meet to discuss a shoreland permit for an addition at 40 Fish Rd., review meeting minutes, and hold a non-public session on land acquisition. The agenda also includes updates on conservation lands, trails, and other routine business.

• Shoreland permit for addition to existing home at 40 Fish Rd. (Parcel 21-V-229)
• Non-public session under RSA 91-A:3 II(d) for land acquisition
• Review of meeting minutes from April 25, 2024
• Updates on Campbell Farm, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, and Fosters Pond tree removal

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss several regulatory topics, including determining application completeness, basal area requirements for tree cutting, soil-based lot sizing, sewer lines, and design review regulations. The board may also establish subcommittees to generate deliverables on these topics. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Discussion on determining completeness of an application
• Discussion on basal area requirements for tree cutting on lots
• Discussion on soil base lot sizing
• Discussion on sewer lines
• Design review regulations

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission is holding its regular public meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a Town Hall update, a flagpole purchase by the Beautification Committee, election of officers, and updates from various subcommittees. The meeting is largely procedural and administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Town Hall updates by Dennis Senibaldi
• Beautification Committee flagpole purchase
• Election of officers
• Updates from TRC, DRC, Beautification, Book, Signs, Pocket Parks, and Tax cards

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review several applications, including a final major site plan for 45 townhouse units with a clubhouse at 11 Indian Rock Road, and a final subdivision for two residential lots at 29 Farmer Rd. They will also consider two new freestanding sign permits, a minor site plan for a restaurant expansion at 59 Range Rd, and a customary home occupation request at 134 Range Road. The board will also consider a request to continue the home occupation case to May 15, 2024.

• Final Major Site Plan/Subdivision for 45 townhouses at 11 Indian Rock Road (Case 2023-37)
• Final Subdivision into 2 lots at 29 Farmer Rd (Case 2024-01)
• New freestanding sign at 49 Range Road
• New freestanding sign at 13-19 Rockingham Road
• Minor Site Plan for restaurant porch/deck at 59 Range Rd (Case 2024-05)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board is meeting to hear department updates and act on town business. Items include a quarterly budget report, bid proposals for several town projects, and discussions on the Campbell Farm boundary and LED lighting conversion. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings and may enter non-public session.

• Quarterly Budget Expense Report from Finance
• Bid proposals for Town Hall Foundation Project, trailers, paving, and dugouts
• Update on Governor Dinsmore Bridge
• Discussion on trimming the boundary of Campbell Farm
• LED Lighting Conversion update from LEC

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will consider a request to allow two portable canvas garages in the front yard at 70 Mammoth Rd, which would require relief from the zoning ordinance requiring accessory buildings in the side or rear yard. The agenda also includes updates on Campbell Farm, conservation lands and easements, and a non-public session on land acquisition. The meeting will be held April 25, 2024 at 7:00 PM at the Community Development Department.

• Public hearing on application 20-2024 for two portable canvas garages in the front yard at 70 Mammoth Rd (Parcel 19-A-400)
• Updates on Campbell Farm and new sign at Campbell
• Updates on Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, Church St Easement, Fosters Pond, and tree removal
• Non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II(d) for land acquisition
• Recap of Trails Committee workshop and trail plans

Economic Development Committee

The Infrastructure Sub-Committee will review the Route 111 Corridor study area to prepare for the May 6, 2024 PAC meeting. The committee intends to identify businesses along Rt 111 and estimate areas for potential development and wetlands within 100 feet of the road centerline.

• Review of Route 111 Corridor study area map
• Identification of businesses fronting Rt 111 within the study area
• Estimation of property portions and wetlands within 100 feet of Rt 111 centerline

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear requests for zoning relief regarding a school facility and a residential lot subdivision. The board will also consider new applications for fence height variances and a business sign.

• 39 Roulston Rd: Request to allow school use in CDA zone and construct a gym, performing arts building, and woodworking shop
• 4 Aberdeen St: Request for a two-lot subdivision with reduced frontage and setback from Golden Brook
• 51 Kendall Pond Rd: Request for a 6 ft front yard fence (4 ft maximum allowed)
• 1 Sylvestri Rd: Request for an 8 ft front yard fence (4 ft maximum allowed)
• 13-15 Rockingham Rd: Request for a second freestanding sign

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will perform a site walk and hold a public meeting to discuss a specific case. The proceedings focus on a property located at 4 Aberdeen St.

• Site walk and public meeting for 4 Aberdeen St (Case 14-2024, Parcel 11-C-2522)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will discuss a final subdivision application for a 41.63-acre parcel at 33 London Bridge Road, proposing 14 single-family lots with a cul-de-sac. The board will also consider requests to continue two new cases to May 1, 2024, and review minutes from several prior meetings.

• Final Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit for 14 lots at 33 London Bridge Road
• Minor Site Plan for restaurant porch/deck at 59 Range Rd (request to continue)
• Customary Home Occupation for retreats at 134 Range Road (request to continue)
• Approval of minutes from January 17, March 6, 13, 20, and April 3, 2024

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Planning Board will discuss the use of independent counsel and the handling of confidential legal communications. The boards will also review intercommunication protocols for variances and soil-based lot sizing for septic recharge. Additionally, they will discuss zoning uses and Master Plan directives regarding the protection of waterways and the environment.

• Discussion on independent counsel for PB and ZBA
• Protocol for confidential legal communications
• Intercommunication protocol regarding variance intent
• Review of soil-based lot sizing and SSSNE Special Publication No. 4
• Review of Master Plan directives for waterway and environment protection

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment are holding a joint meeting to discuss several procedural and policy topics. They will consider the need for independent legal counsel and how to handle confidential legal communications, as well as setting up a protocol for communicating about variances. The boards will also discuss soil-based lot sizing, zoning uses, and how to align their decisions with the Master Plan's environmental protections. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discuss need for independent counsel for both boards and authority to release confidential legal communications
• Discuss intercommunication protocol between ZBA and PB regarding variances
• Discuss soil-based lot sizing and minimum lot size for septic recharge
• Discuss town zones and uses, including potential zoning law adjustments for discrepancies
• Discuss Master Plan directives on waterways and environmental protections

Select Board

The Windham Select Board is meeting to handle several public hearings and agenda items, including accepting donations for fire department equipment and a state appropriation for bridges. They will also hear a proposal on LED lighting conversion and consider a proclamation. The meeting may include non-public sessions as allowed by state law.

• Proclamation on Armenian Genocide requested by resident Steve Serian
• Public hearing to accept $1,500 donation from Alexander Eastman Foundation for Stop-The-Bleed training equipment
• Public hearing to accept $69,834.92 one-time appropriation from NH DOT for Bridges under SB 2
• LED Lighting Conversion proposal by LEC/John Gage/Mark Kovacs

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive an economic development update from Director Alex Mello. Members will also review the status of the Rt 111 Corridor Study and reports from the Southern New Hampshire Chamber.

• Economic Development Update from Director Alex Mello
• Discussion of a potential “Promote Windham” event
• Rt 111 Corridor Study Status report
• Southern New Hampshire Chamber liaison report

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review a ZBA application (Case 12-2024) for a school use at 39 Roulston Rd, including a gym, performing arts building, woodworking shop, and parking in multiple zoning districts. Other items include a site walk for 4 Aberdeen St., updates on conservation lands, and approval of past meeting minutes.

• ZBA Case 12-2024: Relief from Sections 601.3, 601.4.8.4, 614.2, and 702/Appendix A-1 for school use and construction at 39 Roulston Rd
• Site walk for Case 14-2024 at 4 Aberdeen St. on April 23 at 6:30 PM
• Review of cutting proposal and milkweed at Campbell Farm
• Camera proposal for dam parking lot at Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond
• Signage deployment on conservation lands and easements

Planning Board

This Planning Board workshop was cancelled. The agenda would have included discussions on application completeness, tree cutting basal area requirements, soil-based lot sizing, and design review regulations, but no decisions or actions were taken.

• Meeting cancelled
• Discussion on determining completeness of an application
• Discussion on basal area requirements for tree cutting on lots
• Discussion on soil base lot sizing
• Design review regulations discussion

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review new and continued applications for zoning relief. Decisions include requests for accessory dwelling unit size, roof height increases, and school facility expansions.

• 11 Morrison Rd: Request to convert a 1,100 sq ft barn into an ADU (limit is 950 sq ft)
• 14 E Nashua Rd: Request to increase roof height from 15 ft-10 1/4 in to 25.2 ft
• 39 Roulston Rd: Request to allow school use in Commercial District A and build a gym, performing arts building, and woodshop
• 5 Allen Rd: Request to raze a home and build a new 1,320 sq ft home on a 13,720 sq ft lot (minimum 50,000 sq ft required)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting site walks at two locations followed by a public meeting. The board will discuss two specific cases during the 7:00 PM meeting.

• Site walk and discussion of Case 13-2024 at 5 Allen Rd (Parcel 13-J-12B)
• Site walk and discussion of Case 12-2024 at 39 Roulston Rd (Parcel 13-C-400)

Local Energy Committee

The committee will review recommendations for streetlight upgrades and the status of a Community Power Aggregation plan. Members will discuss unofficial proposals for large solar projects and potential solar installations for town facilities.

• Streetlight upgrade recommendations for the Board of Selectmen
• PUC review status of the February 21, 2024 Aggregation Plan
• Unofficial proposals for large solar projects via group net metering
• Solar project planning for Police and Fire Departments for budget year 2027

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on four development applications, including a 45-unit townhouse project, a two-lot subdivision, a restaurant expansion, and a cigar bar change of use. One case is requested to be continued to April 17.

• Final Major Site Plan/Subdivision for 45 townhouses with clubhouse at 11 Indian Rock Road (Case 2023-37)
• Final Subdivision to create 2 residential lots at 29 Farmer Rd (Case 2024-01)
• Minor Site Plan to add a three-season porch/deck to restaurant at 59 Range Rd (Case 2024-05) - continuation requested
• Minor Site Plan/Change of Use for a cigar bar with smoking room and alcohol service at 55 Range Rd (Case 2024-08)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board is meeting to consider several items, including formally accepting a $3,000 donation from the Alexander Eastman Foundation for the fire department, reviewing recommendations from the Highway Safety Committee, and discussing a proposed address change and traffic sign modifications. The board will also hear updates on the Dinsmoor Bridge project, a Rail Trail event, and well sampling reports.

• Public hearing on accepting $3,000 donation from Alexander Eastman Foundation for Fire Dept
• Request to change address from 2 Dow Rd to 25 Waterfront Way
• Request to move stop sign at Princeton Rd and Simpson Rd intersection
• Adding school zone signs at 39 Roulston Rd (Windham Woods school)
• Dinsmoor Bridge Project update

Design Review Committee

The Planning Board Design Review Subcommittee meets to consider Case 2024-05, a minor site plan request for property at 59 Range Road. The applicant seeks approval to add a three-season porch and deck by filling in an existing second-level nook. The agenda also lists the review of minutes from the March 13 session.

• Case 2024-05: Minor site plan review for a second-level porch/deck at 59 Range Road (Parcel 18-L-302)
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 13, 2024

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will hold a non-public session on land acquisition, then hear a ZBA case for a barn-to-ADU conversion at 11 Morrison Rd exceeding the 950 sq ft limit, and a Planning Board case for a customary home occupation offering transient occupancy at 134 Range Rd. Old and new business includes updates on Campbell Farm, Clyde Pond, Deer Leap, and other conservation lands.

• Non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II(d) for land acquisition
• ZBA Case 17-2024: Convert 1,100 sq ft barn to ADU at 11 Morrison Rd (Rural District/Historical)
• PB Case 2024-07: Customary home occupation for transient occupancy in carriage house at 134 Range Rd
• Updates on Campbell Farm, Clyde Pond, Deer Leap, and conservation easements
• Intent to Cut applications and DES permits review

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider two new cases requesting relief from zoning ordinances. The board will determine if applicants may deviate from setback and frontage requirements for residential projects.

• Case 15-2024: Request to install an 18’ x 36’ in-ground pool 19’ from the side yard setback at 9 Blueberry Rd
• Case 14-2024: Request for a two-lot subdivision at 4 Aberdeen St with a proposed 76.30 ft frontage and 29 ft setback from Golden Brook

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will review a request to add a three-season porch and deck to an existing building at 59 Range Road (Parcel 18-L-302). The applicant is Karl Dubay of The Dubay Group, Inc., and the property owner is Nikasa LLC c/o Sahal Laher. Local regulations require the committee to evaluate whether the proposed structure meets design standards before taking action. The meeting will also cover approval of minutes from March 13.

• Case 2024-05: Minor site plan request for a three-season porch/deck at 59 Range Road
• Applicant listed as Karl Dubay, The Dubay Group, Inc., and property owner Nikasa LLC c/o Sahal Laher
• Approval of minutes from the March 13, 2024 meeting

Select Board

This agenda is almost entirely procedural. The only substantive item is a non-public (closed-door) session under NH RSA 91-A:3 II (a), which typically covers personnel matters. No public decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for this meeting.

• Non-public session under NH RSA 91-A:3 II (a)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a public meeting to consider several development applications, including a request to extend conditions for a site plan at 47 North Lowell Rd, a subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road, and new proposals for a mixed-use building, a firearm repair home occupation, and a parking lot expansion. The board will also appoint officers and review minutes from the previous meeting.

• Extension request for Case #2023-04 at 47 North Lowell Rd to complete conditions within one year
• Final subdivision for 14 single-family lots at 33 London Bridge Road (Case #2023-24)
• New mixed-use building (48,000 sq ft) at 82 Range Rd & 102 Indian Rock Rd (Case 2024-02)
• Customary home occupation for firearm repairs at 84 Meetinghouse Rd (Case 2024-04)
• Parking lot construction (1,349 SF) at 2 Rockingham Rd, with majority in Salem (Case 2024-06)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold hearings on several requests for zoning relief, including a proposal for a large rental complex and school facility expansions. The board will also decide on residential additions and the use of a cottage as an Air B&B.

• Request to construct 72 two-bedroom apartment rental units at 10 Libbey Rd
• Request to allow a school use and construct a gym, performing arts building, and woodworking shop at 39 Roulston Rd
• Request to allow a seasonal cottage at 1 Second St to operate as an Air B&B
• Request to build a new single-family dwelling at 19 Rolling Ridge Rd on a lot with 0 ft of frontage
• Request for a 20x19-10” addition and 12x20 screen room at 40 Fish Rd

Select Board

The Windham Select Board is meeting to handle routine town business, including board nominations and liaison assignments. They will also discuss accepting bids for lighting upgrades from Eversource and Liberty, and repairs to the Griffin Park dugouts. The board may enter a non-public session as necessary.

• Announcement of Mike McGuire as Health Officer and Meaghan O'Dwyer as Deputy Health Officer
• Request to accept bids for Eversource and Liberty lighting upgrades
• Discussion of repairs to the Griffin Park dugouts
• Board nominations and Selectmen liaison assignments
• Possible non-public session under NH RSA 91-A:3 II (c & e)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a site walk to review an application for a property at 40 Fish Rd. The applicant is seeking relief from zoning ordinances to build a 20x19-10” addition and a 12x20 screen room on a non-conforming lot.

• Site walk for Case 08-2024 at 40 Fish Rd
• Request to increase building area from 660 sq ft to 1,288 sq ft
• Request to increase building volume from 8,080 cu/ft to 18,000 cu/ft
• Request for setbacks within a 100 ft buffer to a tributary stream flowing to Cobbetts Pond
• Request to move an existing shed

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a non-public session on land acquisition, then join the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) for three variance cases: a new home on a lot with zero frontage at 19 Rolling Ridge Rd, a larger home on a small lot at 5 Allen Rd, and a two-lot subdivision at 4 Aberdeen Street. The Planning Board will also hear a customary home occupation for firearm repairs at 84 Meetinghouse Road and a minor site plan for a deck at 59 Range Road.

• Case 11-2024: 19 Rolling Ridge Rd — new single-family dwelling on lot with 0 ft frontage (175 ft required)
• Case 13-2024: 5 Allen Rd — raze and rebuild larger home (1,320 sq ft) on undersized lot (13,720 sq ft vs 50,000 sq ft required)
• Case 14-2024: 4 Aberdeen Street — two-lot subdivision with frontage variance and 71 ft WWPD setback (100 ft required)
• Case 2024-04: 84 Meetinghouse Road — customary home occupation for firearm repairs
• Case 2024-05: 59 Range Road — minor site plan for 3-season porch/deck

Design Review Committee

The subcommittee will consider a minor site plan for a 3-season porch/deck at 59 Range Road. The agenda also includes approving February meeting minutes and discussing amendments to lighting regulations.

• Minor Site Plan for 59 Range Road (3-season porch/deck)
• Approval of meeting minutes from 02-08-24 and 02-15-24
• Amendment to Design Review Regulations regarding lighting

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a public hearing to reconsider a previously approved workforce housing waiver for a 16-unit condominium project at 64 Mammoth Road, following a Housing Appeals Board order that vacated the prior approval due to procedural deficiencies. The board will also review minutes from its March 6, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on Case 2019-19F – 64 Mammoth Road (Parcel 19-A-200), Workforce Housing-Final, Rural District
• Applicant: 10 Harris Rd LLC, represented by Joe Maynard of Benchmark Engineering
• Proposal: 16 new single-family detached units plus existing home, condominium form
• Applicant proposed 2 of 17 units (11.76%) as workforce housing; prior approval required 6 of 17 (35.3%)
• Housing Appeals Board Order PBA-2023-17 vacated prior approval of the 6-unit waiver

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive an economic development update from Director Alex Mello and discuss the potential to take on the 'Promote Windham' project. The meeting also includes status reports for the Rt 111 Corridor Study and liaison updates.

• Potential adoption of the 'Promote Windham' project
• Economic Development Update from Director Alex Mello
• Rt 111 Corridor Study Status report
• Liaison reports from BOS, PB, and Southern New Hampshire Chamber

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission is meeting to review minor site plans for The Windham Restaurant at 59 Range Rd and a property at 14 East Nashua Road, along with updates on various subcommittees and community outreach efforts. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and discussion of the Strawberry Festival and stone wall outreach.

• Minor site plan review for The Windham Restaurant, 59 Range Rd (Parcel 18-L-302)
• Minor site plan review for 14 East Nashua Road
• Updates from subcommittees: TRC, DRC, Beautification, Book, Signs, Pocket Parks
• Discussion of Strawberry Festival and Stone Wall community outreach
• Tax card review by Derek and Brad

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a conceptual site plan consultation for a new driveway connection to Route 111 at 13 Rockingham Road, providing additional access to an approved retail fuel outlet with a 7,500-square-foot convenience store and drive-thru. The board will also consider proposals for third-party wetland scientist review services and approve minutes from February meetings.

• Case 2024-03: Conceptual site plan for new driveway to Route 111 at 13 Rockingham Road (Parcels 13-A-9)
• Applicant: Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI); Owner: Windham, LLC
• Previously approved retail motor fuel outlet with 7,500-sf convenience store and drive-thru (approved April 5, 2023)
• Review of third-party wetland scientist review services proposals
• Approval of minutes from February 14 and February 21, 2024 meetings

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to discuss the status of street lighting upgrade proposals and the electricity supplier switch for the Nesmith Library. The body will also review the impact of the NH Consumer Affairs Department's attempt to block community aggregation programs in other towns.

• Street Lighting Upgrade proposals
• NH Consumer Affairs Dept attempt to block Jaffrey, New Boston, and Milford aggregation programs
• Nesmith Library electricity supplier switch from Constellation Energy to Eversource

Select Board

The Windham Select Board is meeting to conduct town business, including interviews for the town treasurer position in a non-public session. They will also discuss the dedication of the 2023 Town Report, an election monitor report, bond releases for two developments, property tax abatement requests, a landscape award, a new loader for the transfer station, and a proposed ordinance regarding timber cutting.

• Non-public session for town treasurer interviews
• Bond releases for 7 Rockingham Road and Chapin Road Subdivision
• Abatement requests for four properties (Map 22 Lot L-30, Map 6 Lot A-207, Map 9 Lot A-1000, Map 14 Lot A-325)
• Discussion on purchase of new loader for transfer station
• Discussion on Intent to Cut Ordinance

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review several requests for relief from zoning ordinances. This includes requests to allow a cigar bar and a daycare in commercial districts, as well as residential construction setbacks.

• Request for a premium cigar bar with smoking room and alcohol service at 55 Range Rd
• Request to construct a daycare at 16-20 Rockingham Road
• Request for a 20x19-10" addition and 12x20 screen room at 40 Fish Rd
• Rehearing requests regarding building permit 413-2023 at 20 First St
• Rescheduling of 2024 ZBA meeting dates for September, November, and December

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss replacing 66 feet of a failing retaining wall on Cobbetts Pond, including stairs. Other agenda items include updates on land acquisition, Campbell Farm, trails, and conservation easements. The meeting may also enter non-public session as needed.

• Replace 66 feet of failing retaining wall on Cobbetts Pond including stairs
• Land acquisition topic discussion
• Campbell Farm updates
• Trails Committee update from workshop
• Non-public session under RSA 91-A:3 II(d) as needed

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will consider a letter of intent for a proposed sports court at 12 Bramley Hill, discuss a design review candidate, and consider a request to continue a subdivision application for 33 London Bridge Road to March 20, 2024. The board will also review minutes from several prior meetings.

• Letter of intent for proposed sports court at 12 Bramley Hill (Parcel 21-G-58)
• Design review candidate/PB alternate candidate discussion
• Case #2023-24: Final subdivision and WWPD special permit for 14 single-family lots on 41.63 acres at 33 London Bridge Road
• Request to continue Case #2023-24 to March 20, 2024
• Minutes review for meetings from November 2023 to January 2024

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to review the status of street lighting upgrades and the Community Aggregation Plan. Members will also discuss a recommendation regarding the electricity supplier for the Nesmith Library.

• Status of Street Lighting Upgrade proposals
• Status of Community Aggregation Plan submittal to NH Public Utilities Commission
• Nesmith Library Solar System performance update
• Recommendation to switch Nesmith Library electricity supplier from Constellation Energy to Eversource

Select Board

The Windham Board of Selectmen is holding a non-public meeting on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 5:00 PM at the Bartley House. The agenda contains no public session items, only the non-public meeting notice.

• Non-public meeting scheduled for February 21, 2024 at 5:00 PM
• Location: Bartley House

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will meet to review the 2023 SELT (Southeast Land Trust) report and potentially enter a non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II(d) to discuss land acquisition. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from several 2023 meetings.

• Review of 2023 SELT
• Non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II(d) for land acquisition
• Minutes from 1/26/23, 2/23/23, 3/9/23, 3/23/23, 4/13/23, 5/11/23

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a workshop to conduct joint discussions with the Planning Board. No specific cases or ordinances are listed for decision on this agenda.

• Joint discussions with Planning Board

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a workshop to conduct joint discussions with the Planning Board. No specific cases or ordinances are listed for decision on this agenda.

• Joint discussions with Planning Board

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including joint discussions with the Zoning Board of Adjustment, a representative for the Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant Working Group, and bond releases for properties at 7 Rockingham Road and Chapin Road. The board will also see a demonstration of a revised case log. No final decisions are expected at this workshop.

• Joint discussions with Zoning Board of Adjustment
• Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant Working Group representative
• Bond release for 7 Rockingham Road, Parcel 13-A-4
• Bond release for Chapin Road (private road), Parcels 21-C-70 & 21-C-80
• Revised case log demonstration

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear requests for zoning relief regarding a business operation and parking at 70 Mammoth Rd. The board will also consider rehearing requests for a property at 20 First St and a parking setback request at 2 Rockingham Rd.

• Request for Aqua Perfect Pools to operate at 70 Mammoth Rd, including employee parking and overnight commercial vehicle storage
• Rehearing requests from Craig Harvey and Building Inspector Mike McGuire regarding 20 First St
• Request for 833 sq ft of paved parking within the 100 ft WWPD setback at 2 Rockingham Rd

Housing Authority

The Windham Housing Authority is meeting to review past minutes, discuss appointing a member to the Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) Grant Working Group, and consider an option to lease Article 22 (Fellows Land) for the 2024 Town Warrant. They will also discuss current and past issues and confirm the next meeting date.

• Review and approval of past meeting minutes
• Discussion on appointing a WHA member to the HOP Grant Working Group
• Discussion on continuing letter campaign supporting Warrant Article #22 Fellows Land Lease before March 2024 Town Election
• Discussion on option to lease Article 22 for vote in Windham Town Warrant for 2024

Design Review Committee

The committee will review a proposed 48,000 sq. ft. mixed-use building at 82 Range Road and 102 Indian Rock Road. It will also consider a proposal for 45 townhouse units at 11 Indian Rock Road. Additionally, the board may amend Design Review Regulations regarding lighting.

• Final Major Site Plan for 48,000 sq. ft. mixed-use building at 82 Range Road & 102 Indian Rock Road
• Final Major Site Plan and Subdivision for 45 townhouse units at 11 Indian Rock Road
• Proposed amendment to Design Review Regulations regarding lighting

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission is meeting to review several development proposals, including a final major site plan for 45 townhouse units at 11 Indian Rock Road and a preliminary site plan for a 68,000 sq ft building at 82 Range Road. They will also discuss a garage addition at 40 Fish Rd and variances for Windham Woods. The agenda includes routine items like intent to cut applications and meeting minutes, plus a non-public session on land acquisition.

• Case #2023-37: Final Major Site Plan for 45 townhouses with clubhouse at 11 Indian Rock Road
• Case #2023-23: Preliminary Site Plan for 68,000 sq ft two-story building at 82 Range Road & 102 Indian Rock Road
• Case #8-2024: 24x24-foot garage addition at 40 Fish Rd
• Windham Woods: variances for buildings, paddock, and parking at 39 Roulston Rd
• Intent to Cut application at 2 Wall Street

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a request to build rental apartments in a prohibited commercial district. The board will also consider a request for a pool company to continue operations at 70 Mammoth Rd and two application withdrawals.

• Proposal for 72 two-bedroom apartment rental units in three buildings at 10 Libbey Road
• Request for Aqua Perfect Pools to continue operations and park commercial vehicles at 70 Mammoth Rd
• Withdrawal request for a 2,176 sq ft detached ADU at 109 Castle Hill Rd
• Withdrawal request for an administrative appeal regarding a revoked building permit at 13 Spring St
• Discussion to assign a board representative for the Housing Opportunity Planning Grant

Select Board

The Windham Board of Selectmen will hear an update on the Town Hall foundation evaluation and discuss proposed bid specifications for repairs. They will also consider bond releases for two properties, select a representative for a housing grant working group, and finalize warrant articles following the recent deliberative session.

• Update and bid specification discussion for Town Hall foundation repairs by Martel Engineering
• Bond releases for 7 Rockingham Road (Map 13 A Lot 4) and Chapin Road Subdivision (Map 21 C Lots 70 & 80)
• Request to appoint a Select Board representative to the Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) grant working group
• Finalization of Board recommendations for the ballot vote after the February 3, 2024 Deliberative Session

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission is holding a public meeting to review PB Case #2023-37 for 11 Indian Rock Road, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive updates from various subcommittees. They will also discuss tax cards, 2024 goals and projects, and the Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) grant.

• PB Case #2023-37 - 11 Indian Rock Road
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Updates from subcommittees: TRC, DRC, Beautification, Book, Signs, Pocket Parks, Campbell Farm
• Tax cards discussion
• Housing Opportunity Planning (HOP) grant

Housing Authority

The Authority will discuss the inclusion of a lease article and the Fellows Land Warrant article in the 2024 Town Warrant. Members will also discuss preparations for the upcoming Deliberative Session and review past meeting minutes.

• Vote on Option to Lease article for 2024 Windham Town Warrant
• Discussion of Fellows Land Warrant article recommendation
• Discussion regarding Deliberative Session preparation

Stormwater Management Committee

The Stormwater Management Committee is meeting to receive updates and discuss mapping. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Updates
• Mapping

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will hold a meeting on January 27, 2024, at 9:00 AM at 3 North Lowell Road. The only substantive agenda item is a review and vote on the Community Power Plan, presented by Mark Kovacs. The meeting will not be televised.

• Review and vote on the Community Power Plan

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing regarding the Community Development Plan. The committee intends to edit the plan based on hearing feedback and vote to approve the revised version.

• Public hearing on the Community Development Plan
• Approval of the revised Community Development Plan

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing regarding the Community Development Plan. The committee intends to edit the plan based on hearing feedback and then vote to approve the revised version.

• Public hearing on the Community Development Plan
• Approval of the revised Community Development Plan

Conservation Commission

The commission will discuss a proposal to build 72 apartment units at 10 Libbey Rd, a use prohibited in Commercial District A, and a request to allow a pool company at 70 Mammoth Rd. Also on the agenda are a major WPOD application for an addition at 2 Fox St and a final subdivision at 29 Farmer Rd.

• Case #3-2024: 72 two-bedroom rental units proposed at 10 Libbey Rd in Commercial District A, where such use is prohibited
• Case #01-2024: Request to allow Aqua Perfect Pools to continue operations at 70 Mammoth Rd, with relief from multiple zoning sections
• Case #2023-33: Major WPOD application for a 1,591 SF addition and 1,202 SF sunroom at 2 Fox St
• Case #2024-01: Final subdivision of 29 Farmer Rd into 2 residential lots
• Non-public session under RSA 91A:3 II(d) for land acquisition

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will consider waiving the bid process for the 2024 fireworks and town court repairs, and vote on converting one tennis court to two pickleball courts. They will also discuss waiving the bid process for a sign at Campbell Farm, review a refusal letter for state-owned land on Range Road, and review the draft 2024 Voters' Guide. The meeting includes a swearing-in ceremony for Sgt. Van Hirtum and a non-public session.

• Vote on converting one tennis court to two pickleball courts
• Request to waive bid process for 2024 fireworks and town court repairs
• Discussion on waiving bid process for sign at Campbell Farm
• Discussion on first refusal letter for sale of 0.062-acre state-owned land on Range Road (Route 111A)
• Review of draft 2024 Voters' Guide

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a site walk for Case 01-2024. The applicant is seeking relief from multiple zoning sections to allow Aqua Perfect Pools to operate at 70 Mammoth Rd. A public meeting to discuss the case is scheduled for February 6, 2024.

• Request to allow Aqua Perfect Pools to operate in Rural and Residential C Districts
• Request to allow employees to park personal vehicles and pick up materials/trucks on-site
• Request for overnight parking of commercial vehicles exceeding 6,000 G.V.W.
• Request to place two canvas portable garages in the front yard

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and review presentation materials. These materials will be used for public hearings on Community Power Aggregation scheduled for January 24 and January 29, 2024.

• Review of Community Power Aggregation Plan presentation materials
• Preparation for January 24 public hearing
• Preparation for January 29 public hearing

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review new applications for a six-lot subdivision and a residential addition. The board will also continue discussion on a 14-lot subdivision proposal at 33 London Bridge Road.

• Case #2023-36: Six-lot subdivision and WWPD Special Permit at 5 Bissell Camp Road
• Case #2023-33: Residential addition and sunroom construction at 2 Fox St
• Case #2023-24: 14-lot subdivision proposal at 33 London Bridge Road
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from November 2023 through January 2024

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review an update on economic development and discuss the possibility of taking on the 'Promote Windham' project. The meeting also includes reports from various liaisons and subcommittees.

• Economic Development Update by Alex Mello
• Discussion regarding the 'Promote Windham' project presented by Clare Macoul
• Liaison reports from BOS, PB, WEDC Subcommittees, and Salem Chamber

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will discuss old and new business, including intent to cut applications, DES permits, and correspondence. They will review a WWPD special permit for a storage barn foundation and a major WPOD application for a residential addition. The agenda also includes updates on conservation lands, easements, and a possible non-public session.

• WWPD Special Permit for a 26' x 36' existing foundation at 4 Balmorra Road
• Major WPOD application for a 1,591 SF addition and 1,202 SF sunroom at 2 Fox Street
• Review of meeting minutes from September through November 2023
• Updates on Deer Leap, Campbell Farm, Church St Easement, Fosters Pond, and bridge repairs

Local Energy Committee

The Community Power Aggregation Sub-Committee will meet to review and approve the Community Power Aggregation Plan. The body will also discuss materials for a public hearing regarding the plan.

• Review and approval of Community Power Aggregation Plan
• Discussion of presentation materials for Community Power Aggregation Plan public hearing

Economic Development Committee

The Infrastructure Sub-Committee is meeting to develop a plan for supporting the PAC in providing information regarding the Route 111 Corridor study. Discussion includes logistics for a polling place information table on January 23, 2024, and potential dates for the next PAC meeting.

• Public Information Plan (PIP) discussion
• January 23, 2024 Polling Place information table logistics
• Potential PAC meeting dates: February 13, 15, or 20

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a request to allow a pool company to operate and park commercial vehicles at a residential property. The board will also consider an administrative appeal regarding a building permit for 20 First St.

• Case 01-2024: Request for Aqua Perfect Pools to operate at 70 Mammoth Rd, including employee parking and overnight commercial vehicle storage
• Case 01-2024: Request to allow two canvas portable garages in the front yard of 70 Mammoth Rd
• Case 02-2024: Administrative Appeal of building permit 413-2023 for 20 First St
• Rescheduling of 2024 ZBA meeting dates for March, September, November, and December

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will hold a public hearing on the 2024 Town Budget and Town Warrant, and will discuss a bond reduction for the Wood Meadow development and a citizen's request about town field usage policies.

• Bond reduction for Wood Meadow (Phase II & III) on Glendenin Road
• Public hearing on 2024 Town Budget & Town Warrant
• Citizen request to discuss town field usage policy

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee and Community Power Aggregation Sub-Committee are meeting to discuss energy planning. The primary focus is the review and approval of a Community Power Aggregation Plan Warrant Article.

• Review and approval of Community Power Aggregation Plan Warrant Article
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 12, 20, and 28, 2023

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District and Heritage Commission will meet to review minutes and receive updates from various sub-committees. The meeting includes a discussion on 2024 goals, projects, and tax cards.

• Updates on Beautification, Signs, and Pocket Parks
• Campbell Farm Sub-Committee update
• Review of 2024 goals and projects
• Discussion regarding tax cards

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review three Wetland and Watershed Protection District (WWPD) special permit applications, including an accessory dwelling unit, a storage barn foundation, and a six-lot subdivision. The board will also hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment to restrict fertilizer use near public water bodies. The meeting includes a request to extend a deadline for one subdivision case.

• Case 2023-34: WWPD special permit for attached ADU at 10 Rock Pond Rd
• Case 2023-35: WWPD special permit to keep 26' x 36' storage barn foundation at 4 Balmorra Rd
• Case 2023-36: Six-lot subdivision at 5 Bissell Camp Rd; deadline extension request to Jan 17
• Public hearing on Zoning Amendment #3: restrict fertilizers within 200 ft of public water bodies
• Minutes review for 7 meetings from Nov 1 to Dec 20, 2023