Windham public meetings in 2025

Select Board

The Board will select a recommended vendor for a Town Facility Needs Assessment, award the contract, and encumber funds. The board will review the Angelene Meadows Senior Housing Project plans and consider recreation donations, including a $350 contribution from Optima Dermatology. The meeting also includes old business on the 2026 warrant and budget, new business to approve purchases of voting booths and a general services truck, consent agenda items, and approval of recent meeting minutes.

• Selection of recommended vendor for Town Facility Needs Assessment, award of contract, and encumbrance of funds
• Review of Angelene Meadows Senior Housing Project plans
• Acceptance of recreation donations: Optima Dermatology $350, Verani BHHS/Verani Cares $100 gift baskets (each), The Common Man $25 gift cards, Friendly Reds Tavern $25 gift card
• Approval of purchase of voting booths
• Approval of purchase of general services truck

The Board approved a $30,000 contract with Banwell Architects to conduct a town facilities needs assessment. It also approved purchases of voting booths, a general services truck, and a guardrail fence, and accepted several community donations. A motion to approve the Angelene Meadows senior housing project plans failed to pass.

• Approved remote participation for Mr. Partington (4-0)
• Selected Banwell Architects for facilities needs assessment (5-0)
• Authorized up to $30,000 to encumber funds and sign Banwell Architects contract (5-0)
• Accepted 2025 community donations (4-0)
• Awarded voting booth purchase to Inclusion Solutions for up to $33,753.85 (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of General Services truck up to $60,000 (4-0)
• Awarded guardrail/barrier fence contract to CWS for up to $55,476 (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will meet to conduct business, including a non-public session. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Non-public session regarding dismissal, promotion, or compensation of a public employee

The Select Board voted 5‑0 to enter a non‑public session under RSA 91‑A. After one member left, they voted 4‑0 to return to a public session. They then voted unanimously to seal the meeting minutes. Finally, the Board adjourned with a 4‑0 vote.

• Enter non‑public session approved (5‑0)
• Return to public session approved (4‑0)
• Seal meeting minutes approved (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting approved (4‑0)

Planning Board

The board will review two new applications: a Conditional Use Permit for a home occupation at 3 Winter Street that would allow light gunsmithing, internet sales, and transfers; and a Minor Final Subdivision to transfer 4,049 square feet between lots 25‑R‑8016 and 25‑R‑8015 at 38 Glendenin. The board will also discuss three ordinance items: the Growth Management Ordinance, a zoning amendment (House Bill 2) concerning unregistered/uninspected motor vehicles, and an amendment to Section 400 of the Windham Site Plan Regulations adding a definition for “Adequate Infrastructure.”

• Conditional Use Permit for home occupation at 3 Winter Street (light gunsmithing, internet sales) – Case #2025-29
• Minor Final Subdivision to transfer 4,049 sq ft between lots 25‑R‑8016 and 25‑R‑8015 at 38 Glendenin – Case #2025-32
• Discussion of Growth Management Ordinance
• Review of House Bill 2 zoning amendment on unregistered/uninspected motor vehicles
• Amendment to Section 400 of Windham Site Plan Regulations to add “Adequate Infrastructure” definition

The board approved a Conditional Use Permit for 3 Winter Street, requiring the applicant to obtain an FFL license within six months. It also approved a Minor Final Subdivision at 38 Glendenin. Three citizen petitions were moved to public hearing, and a zoning‑ordinance amendment was sent to a hearing. The board approved the November 5 minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 3 Winter St home occupation, pending FFL license (7-0)
• Approved Minor Final Subdivision at 38 Glendenin (6-0)
• Moved Citizen’s Petition #1 (Gateway rezoning) to public hearing (7-0)
• Moved Citizen’s Petition #2 (short‑term rentals/ADUs) to public hearing, pending signature verification (7-0)
• Moved Citizen’s Petition #3 to public hearing, pending signature verification (6-0)
• Sent amendment to zoning sections 704.2.1‑3 to public hearing (7-0)
• Approved November 5 draft minutes (6-1)
• Adjourned meeting at 8 pm (6-0)

Local Energy Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from its September 30, 2025 meeting. It will receive an update on the Community Power Plan implementation and a report on contributions to the annual report. Members will consider a recommendation to join Clean Energy NH.

• Approve minutes of the September 30, 2025 LEC meeting
• Update on Community Power Plan implementation
• Status report on annual report contributions
• Consider recommendation to join Clean Energy NH

The Local Energy Committee voted 5-0 to recommend terminating its consultant agreement with Standard Power and entering a new agreement with Freedom Energy, pending Board of Selectmen approval. It also voted 5-0 not to launch the Community Power Plan for only Liberty Utilities customers, and approved joining Clean Energy NH.

• Approved September 30, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Voted not to launch Community Power Plan for Liberty-only customers (5-0)
• Voted to recommend terminating Standard Power agreement and hiring Freedom Energy (5-0)
• Decided to join Clean Energy NH (membership $300/year)
• Adjourned at 7:05 PM (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a fee update from the Town Clerk and a request to encumber 2025 funds for a sign installation. It will also consider changes to elderly tax exemptions, updates on the Town Facility and Property Maintenance Trust, and several old‑business items such as end‑of‑year purchases and a memorandum of understanding for 2 North Lowell Road. A consent agenda covering payroll, tax abatements, and other routine items will be approved, followed by approval of recent meeting minutes.

• Town Clerk fee update
• Consideration of changes to elderly tax exemptions
• Request to encumber 2025 funds for a sign installation
• Consideration of end‑of‑year purchases
• Memorandum of Understanding for use of 2 North Lowell Road with Windham Seniors Inc.

The Select Board approved a $1 increase to dog license fees, authorized $3,500 for historic district sign installations, and voted to purchase two police cruisers encumbering up to $145,000 while waiving the bid process. The Board also authorized the Chair to sign the amended Memorandum of Understanding with Windham Seniors, Inc., and agreed to move forward with four warrant articles to adjust elderly property‑tax exemptions.

• Approved revised dog license fees ($1 increase) – vote 5-0
• Authorized $3,500 encumbrance for historic district sign installations – vote 5-0
• Approved purchase of two police cruisers, encumbering up to $145,000, waiving bid – vote 5-0
• Authorized Chair to sign amended MOU with Windham Seniors, Inc. – vote 5-0
• Agreed to move forward with four warrant articles to adjust elderly property‑tax exemptions – consensus
• Motion to seal the minutes passed – vote 5-0
• Motion to seal the minutes passed – vote 5-0

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will hear an update on local economic development, consider potential involvement of the UNH Extension, and review comments on the draft 2025 Town Report. The meeting also includes liaison reports from BOS, PB, and SNHC, as well as subcommittee reports on infrastructure, land use, and promotion of Windham. Any remaining old or new business will be addressed before adjournment.

• Economic Development Update – presented by Alex Mello
• UNH Extension Potential Involvement – presented by DJ
• Comments regarding 2025 Town Report Draft
• Liaison Reports – BOS, PB, SNHC
• Subcommittee Reports – Infrastructure, Land Use, Promote Windham

The Economic Development Committee approved the November 14 minutes with a 10‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved November 14 minutes (10-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review a zoning variance request (Case 47-2025) to allow a 988‑sq‑ft accessory dwelling unit at 2 Gillis Rd, exceeding the 950‑sq‑ft limit. The meeting will also discuss next steps for Deer Leap, an overview of cleanup at Fessenden Dam, and tree‑trimming plans for Campbell Farm. Minutes from the September, October, and November 2025 meetings will be reviewed and approved.

• ZBA Case 47-2025: request to permit a 988 sq ft ADU at 2 Gillis Rd (Rural District)
• Deer Leap: next‑step discussion
• Fessenden Dam: overview of cleanup and next steps
• Campbell Farm: tree‑trimming discussion
• Review and approve meeting minutes from 9/25/25, 10/23/25, 11/13/25

The Conservation Commission voted to go into a non‑public session to consider a land‑acquisition matter. It also approved the minutes from September, October and November meetings and sealed the non‑public minutes for two years. The meeting was adjourned at 9:09 PM.

• Entered non‑public session on land acquisition (unanimous)
• Exited non‑public session (unanimous)
• Sealed non‑public minutes for two years (unanimous)
• Approved 9/25/25 minutes as amended (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved 10/23/25 minutes as written (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved 11/13/25 minutes as written (unanimous 5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:09 PM (unanimous)

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The trustees made a motion to adjourn, which was seconded and voted on, ending the meeting. They approved a $438.65 check to the Nesmith Library for accumulated interest on four sub‑accounts. They recorded new deposits and transferred funds to cemetery maintenance and dividend subaccounts as listed.

• Adjourned meeting (motion made, seconded, voted)
• Approved $438.65 check to Nesmith Library for interest (disbursement)
• Transferred funds to cemetery and dividend subaccounts as listed

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on five proposed amendments to the Windham Zoning Ordinance. The amendments address allowing multifamily housing in commercial districts, defining transient occupancy, regulating short‑term rentals, permitting accessory dwelling units, and adjusting setbacks in the Open Space Residential Overlay District. Board members will discuss the details of each amendment and consider adoption.

• Amendment #1 – adds subsection 605.1.20 to permit multifamily residential in several commercial zoning districts
• Amendment #2 – revises definitions for transient occupancy and related dwelling categories
• Amendment #3 – creates section 621 to regulate short‑term rentals with conditional use permits
• Amendment #4 – amends section 602.1.9 to define and permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
• Amendment #5 – updates front‑yard setback and frontage requirements in the Open Space Residential Overlay District

The Planning Board approved revisions to Amendment #1 that increase the allowable multifamily units from eight to twelve, passing 6‑1. The Board also moved Amendment #1 to a public hearing on January 7, 2026. Amendments #2, #3, #4, and #5 were each opened for public hearing and scheduled for the same January 7, 2026 hearing. Amendment #2 was placed on the Town Warrant and recommended for voter approval, both unanimously.

• Approved revisions to Planning Board Amendment #1, increasing unit limit to 12 (6-1)
• Opened public hearing for Amendment #1 (7-0)
• Opened public hearing for Amendment #2 (7-0)
• Moved Amendment #2 to Town Warrant (7-0)
• Recommended Amendment #2 to voters on Town Warrant (7-0)
• Opened public hearing for Amendment #3 (6-0-1)
• Approved attorney revisions to Amendment #3 and set hearing for Jan 7, 2026 (7-0)
• Opened public hearing for Amendment #4 (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider requests to rehear two denied variance cases and approve minutes from previous meetings. The session will include a non-public session as needed.

• Request for rehearing: Case 35-2025 (59 Mammoth Rd)
• Request for rehearing: Case 37-2025 (180 Range Rd)
• Approval of meeting minutes for 10/14/2025 and 11/25/2025
• Non-public session under RSA 91:A
• Meeting held at 3 North Lowell Road

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment voted 5‑0 to deny rehearing requests for Cases 35‑2025 and 37‑2025, finding no new material facts. The board also approved the October 14 and November 25 draft minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote, and unanimously cancelled the scheduled December 23 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:31 PM.

• Denied rehearing request for Case 35‑2025 (5‑0)
• Denied rehearing request for Case 37‑2025 (5‑0)
• Approved October 14, 2025 draft minutes (5‑0)
• Approved November 25, 2025 draft minutes (5‑0)
• Cancelled December 23, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:31 PM (5‑0)

Joint Loss Management Committee

The Joint Loss Management Committee met on Dec. 9, 2025, reviewed incident and accident reports and discussed the recent snowstorm. No substantive actions or approvals were taken. The committee adjourned unanimously at 10:16 a.m.

• Adjourned unanimously (motion by Cheryl Haas, seconded by Dennis Senibaldi)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The commission will meet to discuss the Fessenden Mill Park Project and provide updates on the USA 250th anniversary and encumbrances. The body will also welcome a new member and review previous meeting minutes.

• Fessenden Mill Park Project
• USA 250th anniversary update
• Approval of letter for Tom Paquette
• Update on encumbrances

The Heritage Commission approved the November 5th meeting minutes with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved submitting a letter of recommendation for Tom Paquette’s CPC Grant application, also 3‑0. The commission agreed to hold the next meeting on January 15th. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved November 5th meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved letter of recommendation for Tom Paquette CPC Grant (3-0)
• Set next meeting date for January 15th (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider five zoning amendment proposals. Amendment #1 adds subsection 605.1.20 to permit five‑to‑eight unit multifamily housing in listed commercial districts. Amendments #2, #3, #4, and #5 revise definitions for transient occupancy, create Section 621 for short‑term rentals, update accessory dwelling unit rules, and adjust front‑yard setbacks in the Open Space Residential Overlay District. The agenda also includes discussion of the Growth Management Ordinance and routine business items.

• Amendment #1: Permit 5‑8 unit multifamily housing in Neighborhood Business, Commercial District A, Commercial District B, Professional Business and Technology, and Gateway Commercial districts
• Amendment #2: Revise definitions for transient occupancy, duplex, multifamily, and accessory dwelling units
• Amendment #3: Add Section 621 to regulate short‑term rentals with conditional use permits
• Amendment #4: Update accessory dwelling unit definitions and allow one attached or detached ADU per property
• Amendment #5: Change front‑yard setback requirements in the Open Space Residential Overlay District

The Planning Board voted 4‑1‑1 to approve Condition #1 modification for Case 2023‑47, allowing the applicant to work with town staff on accessible recreation trails while keeping all other conditions. The Board also voted 5‑1 to open Case #2025‑31, a preliminary site‑plan application for a self‑storage facility in the Limited Industrial District. No formal action was taken on the Angelene Meadows discussion.

• Approved Condition #1 modification for Case 2023‑47 (4‑1‑1)
• Approved opening of Case #2025‑31 preliminary site‑plan (5‑1)

Highway Safety Committee

The Highway Safety Committee approved a motion for Chief Caron to work with the General Services Director on seasonal speed bumps or speed tables for Chapel Road, passing unanimously. The members appointed Bob Coole as the HSC Citizen Chair, with all members approving. The proposal to modify the Taninger Road traffic circle was tabled for a future meeting. The committee also agreed to ask the Board of Selectmen to recruit a replacement citizen member and two additional members to improve quorum, and took steps to engage town officials.

• Approved motion for speed‑bump/traffic‑table study on Chapel Road (unanimous)
• Appointed Bob Coole as Citizen Chair of HSC (approved)
• Tabled traffic‑circle control proposal for Taninger Road (postponed)
• Requested Board of Selectmen to solicit a replacement citizen member (action taken)
• Requested Board of Selectmen to solicit two new HSC members (action taken)
• Directed investigation of island ownership on Flat Rock Road for visibility improvement

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will review a lease agreement for Angelene Meadows Senior Housing and an order regarding 22 Morrison Road. The meeting includes bid awards for town maintenance and a review of draft 2026 Town Meeting Warrant articles.

• Lease agreement approval for Angelene Meadows Senior Housing (92 Rockingham Road, 98 Rockingham Road, and Seavey Road)
• Order to vacate and raze, repair, or replace 22 Morrison Road
• Bid awards for roadside mowing, street sweeping, Tokanel Fence, and Griffin Field Barrier Fence
• Request to apply for a grant for a solid waste truck
• Review of 2026 Draft Town Meeting Warrant Articles

The Board approved the lease agreement for the Angelene Meadows senior housing project (vote 4-0-1, one abstention). It also voted the project is a governmental use (3-2). The Board adopted an order to vacate and raze a property at 22 Morrison Road (5-0) and approved multiple service contracts and budget items.

• Approved Angelene Meadows senior housing lease (4-0-1)
• Declared Angelene Meadows project a governmental use (3-2)
• Approved Order to Vacate/Raze 22 Morrison Road (5-0)
• Awarded Roadside Mowing contract to Blazing Saddles for $115,500 (5-0)
• Awarded Street Sweeping contract to Amric Street Sweeping for $130,500 (5-0)
• Awarded Tokanel Fence contract to Fences Unlimited for $15,679 (5-0)
• Encumbered $29,000 for police rifles purchase (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a town vehicle up to $80,000 (5-0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will review a revised Land Lease document for submission to the Windham Board of Selectmen. The body will also review building plans for Angelene Meadows if they are available.

• Review of Land Lease document for submittal to Board of Selectmen
• Review of Angelene Meadows building plans

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider three applications for relief from zoning setbacks to allow the construction of a pavilion, a garage, and a fence. The board will also review and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Request to build an 18' x 18' pavilion 12 ft from a side property line in the Open Space Overlay District
• Request to build a one bay garage 30 ft from Hawley Road in the Residential District A
• Request to install 128 ft of a 6 ft fence in the front yard of a Rural District property
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from October 14, 2025, and October 28, 2025

The board denied a variance for an 18’ × 18’ pavilion at 34 Glendenin Rd. It approved variances for a garage at 10 Hawley Rd and a 6‑ft front‑yard fence at 16 Mammoth Rd, each with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The board also approved the October 28 and October 22 draft minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Denied variance for pavilion at 34 Glendenin Rd (5-0)
• Approved Findings of Fact for pavilion denial (5-0)
• Granted garage variance at 10 Hawley Rd, conditional on lot consolidation (5-0)
• Approved Findings of Fact for garage variance (5-0)
• Granted 6‑ft front‑yard fence variance at 16 Mammoth Rd (5-0)
• Approved Findings of Fact for fence variance (5-0)
• Approved October 28 draft minutes (amended) (5-0)
• Approved October 22 site‑walk draft minutes (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider three new applications: a final minor subdivision and major WPOD for 150 & 152 Range Road, a final minor subdivision and WWPD special permit for 71 Goodhue Road, and a preliminary site plan for a self‑storage facility at 14 Ledge Road. It will also review previously opened cases for 25 Farmer Road and 59 Range Road. Additionally, the board will discuss zoning amendment proposals for transient occupancy and accessory dwelling units, and a request to reassign Phase III of the Ryan Farm Road project. The meeting includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Final Minor Subdivision and Major WPOD Application for 150 & 152 Range Road (Residential District A)
• Final Minor Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit for 71 Goodhue Road (Rural District)
• Preliminary Site Plan for a 78,000‑sq‑ft self‑storage facility at 14 Ledge Road (Limited Industrial District)
• Review of previously opened cases: 25 Farmer Road (major WPOD) and 59 Range Road (final minor site plan)
• Proposed zoning amendments for Transient Occupancy and Accessory Dwelling Units; request to reassign Phase III of Ryan Farm Road to Phase II rental units

The Board approved the Major WPOD Application for Case 2025-25 (150 & 152 Range Road) by a 5‑1 vote and also approved its Final Minor Subdivision Plan by a 6‑0 vote. Earlier items approved included the major WPOD for Case 2025-26, the minor site plan for Case 2025-24, and the public‑hearing notice for Del Ray owners, all by unanimous votes. Motions to open Cases 2025-25 and 2025-30 were also passed unanimously, and Case 2025-30 was approved with conditions by a 5‑1 vote.

• Approved Major WPOD Application for Case 2025-25 (150 & 152 Range Road) (5-1)
• Approved Final Minor Subdivision Plan for Case 2025-25 (6-0)
• Approved Major WPOD Application for Case 2025-26 (Del Ray I) (6-0)
• Approved Final Minor Site Plan for Case 2025-24 (59 Range Road) (6-0)
• Motion to notify all Del Ray unit owners of public hearing on Dec 17 passed (6-0)
• Motion to open Case 2025-25 passed (6-0)
• Motion to open Case 2025-30 passed (6-0)
• Approved Case 2025-30 (71 Goodhue Road) with conditions (5-1)

Searles Trustees

The trustees accepted the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0‑1). They renewed the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance membership for $60 (7‑0). They approved a request to spend up to $70,000 from the Searles Revenue Fund in the 2026 warrant article (7‑0). They also approved hiring Stacey’s Tree Service for $2,200, a review of tourist directional signs for the December meeting, and hiring 36 Creative for brand evaluation (all 7‑0).

• Accepted October 21, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Renewed NH Preservation Alliance membership for $60 (7-0)
• Approved 2026 warrant article to spend up to $70,000 from Revenue Fund (7-0)
• Approved hiring Stacey’s Tree Service for $2,200 tree work (7-0)
• Approved review of tourist directional sign booklet and discuss locations in December (7-0)
• Approved engaging 36 Creative for brand evaluation (7-0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will hear an update from the Southern NH Regional Planning Commission. The board will receive a 2026 Capital Improvements Plan update from the committee. Consent agenda items—including payroll and accounts payable manifests, a property tax warrant, and utility pole licenses—will be approved. Minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting will also be considered.

• Update from Southern NH Regional Planning Commission
• 2026 Capital Improvements Plan Committee update
• Consent agenda: payroll and accounts payable manifests (Nov 17, 2025)
• Consent agenda: property tax warrant
• Consent agenda: utility pole licenses

The Select Board approved the Consent Agenda items (payroll, tax warrant, utility pole licenses) with a 5‑0 vote. They entered a nonpublic session to discuss a potential land acquisition, then returned to public session. By consensus the Board chose not to pursue buying the surplus land offered at $160,000. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (Payroll, Tax Warrant, Utility Pole Licenses) – vote 5‑0
• Approved motion to enter nonpublic session – vote 5‑0
• Decided by consensus not to purchase surplus land along Rt. 111 (full value $160,000)
• Approved motion to return to public session – vote 5‑0
• Approved motion to adjourn – vote 5‑0

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will meet to appoint alternates for absent members, review previous meeting minutes, and receive updates on economic development and potential involvement from the UNH Extension.

• Appointment of alternates for absent members
• Review of October meeting minutes
• Economic Development Update - Alex Mello
• UNH Extension Potential Involvement
• Liaison Reports from BOS, PB, and SNH Chamber

The Economic Development Committee approved the October 10, 2025 minutes with a 10‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved Oct 10 minutes (10-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider two zoning‑relief requests: one for an 18’ × 18’ pavilion at 34 Glendenin Rd in the Open Space Overlay District, and another for a one‑bay garage at 10 Hawley Rd in Residential District A. It will also review a Preliminary Site Plan Application for a three‑floor, 78,000 sq ft self‑storage facility with 18 commercial service units at 14 Ledge Road (Limited Industrial District). Additional agenda items include conceptual retaining‑wall plans for Lake Shore Road properties and approval of meeting minutes from September and October 2025.

• Case 44‑2025: relief request for an 18’ × 18’ pavilion at 34 Glendenin Rd (Open Space Overlay District)
• Case 45‑2025: relief request for a one‑bay garage at 10 Hawley Rd (Residential District A)
• Case #2025‑31: preliminary site plan for a 78,000 sq ft self‑storage facility at 14 Ledge Road
• Conceptual retaining‑wall plans for 11, 12A, and 15 Lake Shore Rd
• Review and approve meeting minutes from 9/25/25, 10/09/25, and 10/23/25

The commission voted to reject the Capital Improvement Program request for the Greenway Trails project. It approved three payments totaling $5, - $975 to the NH Association of Conservation Commissions, $1,370.91 to Southeast Land Trust, and $2,647.50 to Field Works, each by a 4‑0 vote. The two wetland permit applications for retaining walls on Lake Shore Road were signed by Vice Chair Morris. The minutes from the 10/09/25 meeting were approved and the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Denied Capital Improvement Program funding for Greenway Trails project (not approved)
• Approved $975.00 payment to New Hampshire Association of Conservation Commissions (4-0)
• Approved $1,370.91 payment to Southeast Land Trust for 2025 easement monitoring (4-0)
• Approved $2,647.50 payment to Field Works for mowing services (4-0)
• Signed wetland permit applications for retaining walls at 12A and 15 Lake Shore Rd
• Approved minutes from 10/09/25 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public site walk at 25 Farmer Road at 4:15 PM on November 12, 2025. At the meeting, the Board will review Case #2025‑26, a major WPOD application and WWPD special permit submitted by Joe Maynard of Benchmark LLC for property owners Belisario and Leslie Rosas. The proposal seeks to demolish the existing home and construct a new home with septic, well, drainage and other site improvements in the Residential District A and WPOD zone.

• Public site walk at 25 Farmer Road, 4:15 PM, Nov 12, 2025
• Case #2025‑26: major WPOD application and WWPD special permit
• Applicant: Joe Maynard, Benchmark LLC, representing Belisario & Leslie Rosas
• Proposal to raze existing home and build a new home
• Includes septic, well, drainage and other site improvements

The Windham Planning Board held a public site walk at 25 Farmer Road on November 12, 2025. Board members observed the existing septic system, discussed planned pavement removal near the shoreline, and noted a tributary stream on an adjacent parcel. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review a Capital Improvement Program presentation and consider a temporary moratorium on growth. It will examine several zoning amendment proposals, including short‑term rentals, accessory dwelling units, open space, and multi‑family residential development on commercially zoned land. The board will address a drainage design modification for the Thorndike Estates subdivision. The meeting includes standard announcements and adjourns after these items.

• Growth Management/Temporary Moratorium Ordinance
• RSA 674:80 Multi-Family Residential Development on Commercially Zoned Land
• Short Term Rentals Zoning Amendments
• Accessory Dwelling Unit Zoning Amendments
• Open Space Zoning Amendments

The board voted 7‑0 to approve the site plan for 1 Thorndike Road, including the forbearance agreement. A motion to recommend the Capital Improvement Plan be sent to the Select Board passed 6‑0‑1. A motion to move the temporary moratorium to a Dec. 10 public hearing failed 2‑5. The board unanimously approved placing the Growth Management Ordinance on the Dec. 10 agenda.

• Approved Thorndike Road site plan and forbearance agreement (7-0)
• Recommended CIP be sent to Select Board (6-0-1)
• Motion to move temporary moratorium to Dec. 10 hearing failed (2-5)
• Motion to put Growth Management Ordinance on Dec. 10 agenda passed (7-0)

Museum Trustees

The Windham Museum Trustees will vote to accept the minutes of the October 8 meeting. They will receive an update on the third‑grade school visit scheduled for the morning of November 12. A workshop will discuss adding and labeling items for new display cases, and the board notes that 500 brochures have been received. Upcoming events include a December 6 open house/tree lighting from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Vote to accept minutes of the October 8 Museum Trustees meeting
• Update on third‑grade school visit scheduled for the morning of November 12
• Workshop to add and label items for new display cases
• Receipt of 500 museum brochures
• Open House/Tree Lighting event on December 6, 2:30‑5:00 p.m.

The board accepted the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. They agreed to store the inventory of 500 new educational brochures in the museum’s basement. The meeting was adjourned at 8:11 PM by a 5‑0 vote.

• Accepted October 8 minutes (5‑0)
• Agreed to store inventory of brochures in basement (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing to consider accepting the roadway shown as McIntosh Hollow Road on the Subdivision Plan Map/Lot 13-C-l & 7-B-5 Searles Road. The meeting also includes a discussion of the Highclere Estates reduction in financial guarantee, presentations for 2026 budget workshops by several departments, a review of the 3rd quarter expenditure and revenue report, and a discussion of the 2025 tax rate.

• Public hearing to consider acceptance of McIntosh Hollow Road (Subdivision Plan Map/Lot 13-C-l & 7-B-5 Searles Road)
• Highclere Estates reduction in financial guarantee (presented by Community Development Director Alex Mello)
• 2026 budget workshops for Community Development, Town Clerk and Elections, Tax Collector, Historic District Commission, and Town Hall/Administration
• 3rd quarter expenditure and revenue report
• 2025 tax rate discussion

The Select Board voted 5‑0 to grant a full release of a $20,472 letter of credit, accept a $10,000 maintenance cash bond, and designate McIntosh Hollow Road as a public road. It also approved a $123,580.15 reduction in the financial guarantee for the Highclere Open Space Subdivision, appointing Dorreen Demone as an alternate on the Historic District/Heritage Commission (5‑0), and allowed Vice Chair McLeod to attend remotely (4‑0). No public comments were offered on these items.

• Approved remote attendance for Vice Chair McLeod (4‑0)
• Appointed Dorreen Demone as Historic District/Heritage Commission alternate (5‑0)
• Granted full release of $20,472 letter of credit, accepted $10,000 maintenance cash bond, and designated McIntosh Hollow Road as public road (5‑0)
• Reduced Highclere Open Space Subdivision financial guarantee by $123,580.15 and allocated payments to vendors (5‑0)

Cemetery Trustees

The trustees voted 3-0 to grant a waiver for Anne Stuart to purchase Block 26 lots 18 and 19. They also approved the minutes from 10/15/2025 with a 3-0 vote. The board reached consensus to remove all cemetery flags by December 1 for winter safety. They agreed the kiosk will be removed in the spring.

• Waiver granted for Anne Stuart to purchase Block 26 lots 18 and 19 (3-0)
• Minutes of 10/15/2025 approved as written (3-0)
• All cemetery flags to be removed by Dec 1 for winter (consensus)
• Kiosk removal scheduled for spring (consensus)
• Chains to be attached after first snowstorm to prohibit winter access (consensus)
• Bruce Moeckel to oversee raising and lowering flags (volunteer)
• Bruce to arrange payment of half the cost for base removal at Brink lot (plan)
• Bruce to coordinate with Kyle for free base replacement at Brink lot (plan)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will review several new applications, including a preliminary site plan for a 62‑unit townhouse development at 21 Indian Rock Rd and 1 No Lowell Rd. The board will also consider deadline extension requests for multiple cases and will discuss final subdivision and major WPOD applications for properties on Range Road, Farmer Road, and Goodhue Road. Additional items include a conditional use permit for a home occupation at 3 Winter Street and a deck permit at 21 Second Street.

• Case 2025-21 – Preliminary Site Plan Application for 62-unit townhouses at 21 Indian Rock Rd and 1 No Lowell Rd; deadline extension request to Dec 17, 2025
• Case 2025-25 – Final Minor Subdivision and Major WPOD Application to split 150 & 152 Range Road into two lots with historic barn conversion; deadline extension request to Nov 19, 2025
• Case 2025-26 – Major WPOD Application to raze existing home and build a new home with septic, well, and drainage at 25 Farmer Road
• Case 2025-29 – Conditional Use Permit for a home occupation allowing light gunsmithing at 3 Winter Street; deadline extension request to Dec 17, 2025
• Case 2025-30 – Final Minor Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit for a two‑lot family residential subdivision spanning 71 Goodhue Road (Windham) and adjacent Derry property

The Planning Board voted 3‑4 against approving Case 2025‑26 for 25 Farmer Road, rejecting the proposed conditions. The board then moved to continue the case to November 19 for additional information, which passed unanimously. Earlier, the board unanimously extended review deadlines for four other cases.

• Extended deadline for Case 2025‑21 to Jan 7 2026 (vote 7‑0)
• Extended deadline for Case 2025‑25 to Nov 19 2025 (vote 7‑0)
• Extended deadline for Case 2025‑29 to Dec 17 2025 (vote 7‑0)
• Extended deadline for Case 2025‑30 to Nov 19 2025 (vote 7‑0)
• Motion to approve Case 2025‑26 with conditions failed (vote 3‑4)
• Motion to continue Case 2025‑26 to Nov 19 passed (vote 7‑0)
• Motion to schedule site walk for Case 2025‑26 on Nov 12 passed (vote 7‑0)
• Motion to approve Case 2025‑27 as presented passed (vote 7‑0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District/Heritage Commission will discuss the town’s Semiquincentennial celebration and related budget. It will receive updates on the Fessenden Mill kiosk, brush clearing, and signage. The commission will consider a request to allow metal detectors on the Fessenden Mill site and will approve $2,000 to install a London Bridge Causeway sign. Additional items include a town hall update, encumbered funds policy review, barn count update, and minutes from the October 2nd meeting.

• Approve $2,000 to install London Bridge Causeway sign
• Review WCC request to allow metal detectors on Fessenden Mill site
• Fessenden Mill kiosk update
• Fessenden Mill brush clearing
• USA 250th (Semiquincentennial) discussion including budget

The Heritage Commission voted 4‑0 to approve $2,000 for a London Bridge Causeway historic marker and $2,370 for a Fessenden Mill historic marker. Members unanimously agreed not to allow metal detectors at the Fessenden Mill site. The commission also approved partnering with the library on two NH Humanities programs related to the America 250th celebration and African American sailors of the Revolution.

• Approved $2,000 for London Bridge Causeway historic marker (4‑0)
• Approved $2,370 for Fessenden Mill historic marker (4‑0)
• Unanimously decided not to allow metal detectors at Fessenden Mill site
• Approved partnership with library on two NH Humanities programs (4‑0)
• Accepted the America 250 logo for town events (unanimous)
• Approved accepting Town Hall restoration windows (vote not recorded)
• Accepted minutes of the October 2 meeting (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:29 PM (4‑0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss several items, including a request from Police Chief Mike Caron to expend public safety impact fees for new door locks at the police station. They will also review the 3rd quarter expenditure and revenue report and hold a discussion on the 2025 tax rate. Additional agenda items include budget workshops for 2026 and a ceremonial pinning for Firefighter Andrew Mezza.

• Police Chief request to expend public safety impact fees for police station door locks
• 2026 budget workshops for Cable Department, Information Technology, and Police Department
• Pinning ceremony for Firefighter Andrew Mezza
• 3rd Quarter Expenditure & Revenue Report
• 2025 Tax Rate Discussion

The Board voted 5‑0 to spend police impact‑fee funds on an electronic lock system for the police station. They also approved Attorney Maher’s letter on a right‑to‑know request (4‑1) and appointed Assistant Finance Director Bob Parker as acting Finance Director (5‑0). Earlier the Board entered and exited nonpublic sessions as required.

• Approved expenditure of police impact fees for electronic lock system (5‑0)
• Approved Attorney Maher to send right‑to‑know request letter (4‑1)
• Appointed Assistant Finance Director Bob Parker as acting Finance Director (5‑0)
• Entered nonpublic session under RSA 91‑A 3:II at 6:30 p.m. (5‑0)
• Returned to public session at 7:00 p.m. (5‑0)
• Entered nonpublic session at 8:05 p.m. (5‑0)
• Returned to public session at 8:20 p.m. (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 p.m. (5‑0)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee will consider a Final Minor Site Plan Application for a 448 square foot second‑floor addition at 59 Range Road (Parcel 18‑L‑302) in the Professional Business and Technology District. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from meetings held on December 19, 2024; March 19, 2025; May 20, 2025; and July 2, 2025. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order and adjournment.

• Review Final Minor Site Plan Application for 448‑sq‑ft second‑floor addition at 59 Range Road (Parcel 18‑L‑302) in Professional Business and Technology District
• Approve minutes from December 19, 2024 meeting
• Approve minutes from March 19, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from May 20, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from July 2, 2025 meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will discuss two continued cases—35-2025 for a commercial kennel at 59 Mammoth Rd and 37-2025 for a single‑family dwelling at 180 Range Rd—and one new case—43-2025 for a detached garage at 31 Harris Rd. The board will also review and approve minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting, address old and new business, and may hold a non‑public session as required.

• Case 35-2025: variance request for a commercial kennel (six runs, 2,500 sq ft building) at 59 Mammoth Rd, relief from Sections 602.1, 720.6.1.1, 720.4.
• Case 37-2025: variance request for a 26’ x 46’ single‑family dwelling at 180 Range Rd, relief from multiple Sections (601.3, 601.3.8, etc.) and WWPD/W POD buffer requirements.
• Case 43-2025: variance request for a 30’ x 50’ detached garage in the front yard at 31 Harris Rd, relief from Section 703.
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from 10/14/2025.
• Consideration of old/new business and possible non‑public session under RSA 91:A.

The board voted 5‑0 to deny the variance request for a new single‑family house on 180 Range Rd (Case 37‑2025) and approved the accompanying findings of fact. It also denied the requested variance for a garage on 31 Harris Rd (Case 43‑2025). The board approved a conditional variance for a small kennel on 59 Mammoth Rd (Case 35‑2025) and approved its findings of fact. All decisions are subject to a 30‑day appeal period.

• Denied variance for 180 Range Rd single‑family dwelling (5‑0)
• Approved findings of fact for 180 Range Rd case (5‑0)
• Denied variance relief for garage on 31 Harris Rd (5‑0)
• Approved variance relief for kennel at 59 Mammoth Rd with conditions (5‑0)
• Approved findings of fact for 59 Mammoth Rd kennel case (5‑0)

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvement Program subcommittee is meeting to finalize the CIP plan. The group will also review minutes from October 14, 2025, and prepare for a presentation to the Windham Planning Board on November 12, 2025.

• Finalization of CIP plan
• Planning for November 12 presentation to Windham Planning Board

Select Board

The Select Board will hold non‑public sessions to discuss legal advice, real‑property matters, and personnel actions. Public agenda items include a request to waive the purchasing policy for the 2026 fireworks display and a request to extend the custodial contract through 2027. The board will receive reports on donations, a shed placement request for Windham Lacrosse on Nashua Road fields, and will conduct budget workshops covering multiple town departments.

• Waiver request for purchasing policy for the 2026 fireworks display
• Extension request for the custodial contract through 2027
• Windham Lacrosse request to place a shed on Nashua Road fields
• Acceptance of donations: $4,000 (Windham Lacrosse), $400 (Happy Feet), $600 (Windham Lions Club), $100 (Enterprise Bank/Rockland Trust), $375 (Inspired Martial Arts), $3,500 (Windham Endowment) and four high‑top tables valued at $430
• Budget workshops covering town departments and commissions

The Board entered a nonpublic session to review legal advice, then confirmed DTC Lawyers as town counsel for right‑to‑know requests. It waived the purchasing policy to award a $10,000 fireworks contract and authorized a youth lacrosse shed. Finally, it approved a custodial services contract with Best of the Best Cleaning for 2026‑2027.

• Entered nonpublic session (5-0)
• Approved modified MOU with Windham Seniors Inc. (4-1)
• Confirmed DTC Lawyers as town counsel for right‑to‑know requests (5-0)
• Approved moving forward with counsel's recommendation on 132 Kendall Pond Road issue (5-0)
• Waived purchasing policy for 2026 fireworks display with Pyrotechnico for $10,000 (5-0)
• Authorized Windham Youth Lacrosse to install a shed at Nashua Road fields (5-0)
• Accepted listed donations from community groups and individuals (5-0)
• Authorized custodial services contract with Best of the Best Cleaning: $114,000 for 2026 and $120,000 for 2027 (4-1)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review a zoning board of appeals request to allow a 30‑by‑50‑foot detached garage in the front yard of 31 Harris Rd. It will also consider a final subdivision permit for a two‑lot single‑family development on Goodhue Rd (Parcel 8‑9‑5900). Additional agenda items include approval of recent meeting minutes, wetland permits, and a dock permit by notification. The meeting will conclude with any needed non‑public session and adjournment.

• ZBA Case 43-2025: relief from Section 703 to permit a 30’ x 50’ detached garage in the front yard of 31 Harris Rd
• PB Case #2025-30-71: final subdivision and WWPD special permit for a two‑lot single‑family residential subdivision on Goodhue Rd (Parcel 8‑9‑5900)
• Review and approve meeting minutes from 9/25/25 and 10/09/25
• Wetland permits under the Trails Committee items
• Permit by Notification 16‑Q‑179 for a dock

The Conservation Commission signed off on Wetland Permit 16‑Q‑179 for a seasonal dock. A field trip to the Massabesic Audubon Center was scheduled for October 25, 2025. The planned October 25 walk was cancelled and an alternative route was suggested. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Wetland Permit 16‑Q‑179 for seasonal dock (Chair will sign)
• Scheduled field trip to Massabesic Audubon Center on Oct 25, 2025
• Cancelled Oct 25 walk; suggested Ingersol route instead
• Approved meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a proposal under RSA 674:80 for a multi‑family residential development on land currently zoned commercial. Board members will also discuss a draft Growth Management/Temporary Moratorium Ordinance. The meeting includes routine announcements, old business, and adjournment.

• RSA 674:80 multi‑family residential development on commercially zoned land
• Draft Growth Management/Temporary Moratorium Ordinance discussion

The Board reviewed RSA 674:80 language, workforce‑housing percentages, ADU size, and short‑term rental language. It also examined a draft temporary moratorium ordinance and heard public comments on water, sewer, school capacity, and traffic. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on October 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM. At that meeting the board will discuss Case 37‑2025, a variance request to construct a new single‑family dwelling at 180 Range Rd. A public site walk for the same project is scheduled for 5:00 PM the same day. Copies of the case materials are available at the Windham Community Development Department.

• Variance application (Case 37‑2025) to construct a new single‑family dwelling at 180 Range Rd
• Public site walk at 5:00 PM on October 22, 2025 for the same variance project

The board inspected parcel 21-H-26A at 180 Range Rd, noting the house location, septic system, lot lines, a gully from runoff, and the steep slope. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 5:11 pm.

Searles Trustees

The board accepted the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. They approved payments from the Searles Revenue Fund for additional exterior painting ($1,800), masonry repointing of two window wells ($400), tree care for the beech tree ($1,750), and window washing ($196), each passing unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted September 16, 2025 minutes (7-0-0)
• Approved $1,800 payment to American Renaissance Painting (7-0)
• Approved $400 payment to J&R Masonry for window‑well repointing (7-0)
• Approved $1,750 payment to Bartlett Tree for beech‑tree care (7-0)
• Approved $196 payment to Choice Window Cleaning for window washing (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on the acceptance and use of a $30,000 Clean Water State Revolving Fund grant, a $43,057.13 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters grant, and an approximately $80,000 sidewalk donation from the Letizio family. The board will also discuss the Planning Board’s recommendation to withdraw from the Regional Planning Commission, consider water restrictions, and review an award of a contract for assessing services. Additional items include a presentation on the Rt. 111 waterline extension study, a request to waive purchasing policy for cardiac monitors and CPR devices, PFAS cap engineering expenses, and budget workshop overviews.

• Public hearing on $30,000 Clean Water SRF grant and $43,057.13 FEMA grant
• Public hearing on donation of sidewalks on Enterprise Drive valued ~ $80,000
• Board discussion of Planning Board recommendation to withdraw from Regional Planning Commission
• Request to waive purchasing policy to purchase cardiac monitors & CPR devices using impact fees
• Award of contract for assessing services

The Board voted 5-0 to accept a $30,000 Clean Water State Revolving Fund grant for a Stormwater Asset Management Program and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract. It also voted 5-0 to accept a $43,057.13 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant for replacement of forestry personal protective clothing and to authorize the Fire Chief to sign the related documents. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Accepted $30,000 Clean Water State Revolving Fund grant for Stormwater Asset Management Program; vote 5-0
• Accepted $43,057.13 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant for forestry PPE; vote 5-0

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a previously opened case to modify conditions for 45 townhouses at 11 Indian Rock Road. It will consider three new applications: a 62‑unit townhouse project at 21 Indian Rock Rd and 1 N Lowell Rd with a deadline extension request; a 448‑sq‑ft second‑floor addition at 59 Range Road (incomplete); and a subdivision and major WPOD for 150 & 152 Range Road, also with a deadline extension request. The board will also address financial guarantee release for McIntosh Hollow Road, amendments to the Windham Subdivision Regulations, and approve recent meeting minutes.

• Case #2023-37 – modify conditions for 45 townhouses at 11 Indian Rock Road
• Case #2025-21 – preliminary site plan for 62‑unit townhouses at 21 Indian Rock Rd and 1 N Lowell Rd, deadline extension request
• Case #2025-24 – final minor site plan for 448‑sq‑ft addition at 59 Range Road (incomplete)
• Case #2025-25 – final minor subdivision and major WPOD for 150 & 152 Range Road, deadline extension request
• Old/New Business: financial guarantee release/road acceptance for McIntosh Hollow Road and amendments to Windham Subdivision Regulations

The Planning Board approved a motion to open Case 2023-27 to a public hearing, passing 5-2. The motion was made by Mr. Gattinella and seconded by Mr. Hohenberger; Mr. Rounds and Mr. Carpenter opposed. The board also approved the meeting minutes. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Motion to open Case 2023-27 to a public hearing approved (5-2)

Capital Improvements Committee

The Windham Capital Improvement Program Subcommittee will rank pending projects. It will review and approve the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting. The committee will discuss next steps for the program before adjourning.

• Project ranking
• Review and approval of September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of next steps

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will continue two cases and consider three new applications for relief from zoning ordinances, including a commercial kennel, a single-family dwelling, and a detached garage.

• Continued case for commercial kennel relief at 59 Mammoth Rd
• Continued case for single-family dwelling relief at 180 Range Rd
• New case for 40 sq ft sign relief at 135 Rockingham Rd
• New case for detached garage in front yard at 17 New Rd
• New case for 12' x 12' deck near wetland at 95 Londonderry Rd

The board unanimously voted to postpone further consideration of the commercial‑kennel variance (case 35‑2025) for 59 Mammoth Rd until the October 28, 2025 meeting. No other motions or approvals were taken. The second agenda item (case 37‑2025) was discussed but no decision was recorded.

• Continued case 35-2025 variance request (5-0 vote)
• No decision made on case 37-2025 (discussion only)

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will hear an economic development update from Alex Mello. It will receive a report on potential involvement in a UNH extension presented by DJ. The committee will also review a draft temporary moratorium and hear liaison and subcommittee reports.

• Economic Development Update – presented by Alex Mello
• Update on UNH Extension Potential Involvement – presented by DJ
• Draft Temporary Moratorium – presented by Mattew and Payal
• Liaison Reports – BOS, PB, SNH Chamber
• Subcommittee Reports

The committee approved the minutes from the September 12, 2025 meeting with a vote of 7‑0‑2. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September 12 minutes (7-0-2)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss progress reports and updates for several town sites, including Deer Leap, Golden Meadow, and Fessenden Dam. The body will also review a graffiti plan for Deer Leap and a trails report.

• Deer Leap: Graffiti Plan
• Golden Meadow and Fessenden Dam progress reports
• Fosters Pond: October 12th walk and Nashua Rd pond update
• Campbell Farm updates regarding Bees email
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from 9/11/25 and 9/25/25

The Conservation Commission approved several actions, including buying paint remover for graffiti removal at Deer Leap (5‑0) and a trial planting of woodchips and wildflowers by a stonewall (5‑0). It also approved up to $400 for wildflower seeds (5‑0) and accepted the minutes from the 9/11/25 meeting (4‑0). The commission entered a non‑public session to discuss land acquisition, later exited it, sealed the non‑public minutes for two years, and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved purchase of paint remover for Deer Leap graffiti (5‑0)
• Approved trial planting of woodchips and wildflowers by stonewall (5‑0)
• Approved spending up to $400 for wildflower seeds (5‑0)
• Accepted minutes from 9/11/25 meeting (4‑0)
• Entered non‑public session on land acquisition (unanimous)
• Exited non‑public session (unanimous)
• Sealed non‑public minutes for two years (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:24 PM (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a request to reduce the financial guarantee for the Highclere Estates project. It will discuss a draft Growth Management Temporary Moratorium Ordinance. The board will review possible site‑plan regulations and zoning amendments related to House Bill 631, and will address short‑term rental issues.

• Request for reduction of financial guarantee – Highclere Estates
• Discussion of draft Growth Management/Temporary Moratorium Ordinance
• Consideration of possible site‑plan regulations and zoning amendments to address HB 631
• Discussion of short‑term rentals

The Planning Board approved three motions. It moved the Highclere Estates financial‑guarantee reduction request to the Board of Selectmen (vote 6‑0‑1). It authorized the Chair to summarize the HB 631 discussion to the town attorney (vote 7‑0). It also ordered the short‑term rental ordinance to be placed on the first available public hearing in November (vote 7‑0).

• Moved Highclere Estates financial‑guarantee reduction request to Board of Selectmen (6‑0‑1)
• Authorized Chair to summarize HB 631 discussion to town attorney (7‑0)
• Scheduled short‑term rental ordinance for first public hearing in November (7‑0)

Museum Trustees

The trustees will vote to accept the September 10 meeting minutes. They will discuss ordering museum brochures, with three quantity and price options. They will consider scheduling an Open House in November, possibly on the 9th or 16th. Additional items include a workshop on labeling new display cases and reminders of upcoming dates.

• Vote to accept minutes from the September 10 museum trustees meeting
• Brochure order options: 250 books at $4.75 each total $1,187.50; 500 books at $3.75 each total $1,875.00; 1,000 books at $3.40 each total $3,400.00
• Plan an Open House in November, with suggested dates November 9 or November 16
• Workshop to add and label items for new display cases
• Upcoming events: December 6 Open House/Tree Lighting (2:30‑5:00) and January 14 meeting

The trustees accepted the September 10 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. They agreed to order 500 additional educational booklets. The board decided not to hold a November open house and adjourned the meeting by a 4‑0 vote.

• Accepted September 10 minutes (4-0)
• Ordered 500 educational booklets (consensus)
• Cancelled November open house (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 PM (4-0)

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will consider awarding contracts for a PFAS cap on Fellows Road and a stormwater consultant. The board will also review requests to extend parking lot and sidewalk plowing contracts.

• Award of Contract – PFAS Cap on Fellows Road
• Award of Contract – Stormwater Consultant
• Request to extend Parking Lot Plowing contract
• Request to extend Sidewalk Plowing contract
• Non-public session regarding acquisition, sale, or lease of real property

The Board approved three‑year extensions of the town’s parking‑lot and sidewalk plowing contracts at $32,500 and $30,500 per year, respectively (both 4‑0). It also authorized the Town Administrator to sign a contract for the Fellows Road PFAS cap, allowing up to $80,000 in spending (3‑1). Additionally, the Board approved a $100,000 storm‑water consulting contract with Weston & Sampson (4‑0).

• Extend parking‑lot plowing contract with Groundhog Landscaping, $32,500/yr, 3‑year term – approved 4‑0
• Extend sidewalk plowing contract with Delahunty Nurseries, $30,500/yr, 3‑year term – approved 4‑0
• Authorize contract for Fellows Road PFAS cap with Strategic Environmental Services, up to $80,000 – approved 3‑1
• Authorize Town Administrator to negotiate storm‑water consulting contract with Weston & Sampson, up to $100,000 – approved 4‑0
• Approve consent agenda (payroll and accounts payable manifests dated 10/06/2025) – approved 4‑0
• Approve July 11 2022 minutes draft – approved 3‑0‑1
• Approve September 2025 minutes draft – approved 4‑0
• Adjourn meeting at 8:20 p.m. – approved 4‑0

Cable Advisory Board

The board voted unanimously (6‑0) to purchase three digital recording decks, up to $6,000, using the Special Fund. The minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting were also approved unanimously (6‑0). The board approved returning to a quarterly meeting schedule. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved purchase of three digital recording decks up to $6,000 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of 11/21/24 (6-0)
• Approved quarterly meeting schedule (no vote recorded)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District/Heritage Commission will review the town's 2026 budget. It will also discuss updates on historic zoning, town hall improvements, and several Fessenden Mill projects. Additional items include sign updates and a review of meeting minutes.

• Historic Zoning Update
• 2026 budget
• Fessenden Mill Survey
• Fessenden Mill Landscaping
• Sign Updates

The Heritage Commission approved hiring Lise McNaughton to prepare a landscaping plan for the Fessenden Mill site at $95 per hour. It also approved accepting the September 4 meeting minutes and authorized up to $250 for a basket to be donated for a veteran’s trivia night. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved hiring Lise McNaughton for Fessenden Mill landscaping plan at $95/hour (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of September 4 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved spending up to $250 for veteran trivia night basket (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:43 PM (3-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025 was cancelled. Because the meeting did not occur, none of the listed agenda items were formally discussed or decided. The agenda had included two development applications—a 62‑unit townhouse preliminary site plan on 21 Indian Rock Rd and a 448‑sq‑ft second‑floor addition at 59 Range Road—as well as workshop topics on a growth‑management ordinance, short‑term rentals, and HB631.

• Case #2025-21 – Preliminary Site Plan for 62 townhouses at 21 Indian Rock Rd and 1 N Lowell Rd; applicant seeks deadline extension to October 15, 2025
• Case #2025-24 – Final Minor Site Plan for a 448 sq ft second‑floor addition at 59 Range Road; application noted as incomplete
• Workshop item: Growth Management Ordinance / Moratorium
• Workshop item: Short Term Rentals
• Workshop item: HB631

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee will consider approving the minutes of its August 19, 2025 meeting. It will receive an update on the Community Power Plan implementation. It will review the status of LEC-sponsored Capital Improvement Program recommendations.

• Approve minutes of August 19, 2025 LEC meeting
• Update on Community Power Plan implementation
• Review status of LEC-sponsored CIP recommendations

The committee approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. Members agreed to deliver a report to the CIP by October 5 addressing potential electromagnetic interference from roof‑top solar systems on police and fire facilities. The meeting was then adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved August 19, 2025 LEC minutes (vote 4-0)
• Agreed to provide solar interference report to CIP by Oct 5
• Adjourned meeting (vote 3-0)

Beautification Sub-Committees

The Town Common Beautification Committee met on September 29, 2025 and reviewed several projects, including plant replacements, a crosswalk installation, and potential art installations. The committee agreed to obtain more information before approving funding for Town Hall and Senior Center landscaping. A motion to adjourn was made and passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to seek additional information before approving Town Hall and Senior Center landscaping funding

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider a permit application (Case 40-2025) from Crystal North Bates to build a 12’ × 12’ deck at 95 Londonderry Road within the WWPD buffer zone. The commission will also review and vote on several workshop topics, approve minutes from the August 28 and September 11 meetings, and address invoices and a possible non‑public session.

• Deck permit request (Case 40-2025) at 95 Londonderry Rd
• Workshop review and vote on Deer Leap, Golden Meadow, Fessenden Dam, Clyde Pond/Gage, Campbell Farm, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, Fosters Pond, Rt 28 Town Forest
• Approve meeting minutes for 8/28/25 and 9/11/25
• Review and approve invoices
• Potential non‑public session under RSA 91A

The Conservation Commission adopted a series of motions to maintain the existing no‑hunting by‑laws on Fosters Pond, Campbell Farm, Deer Leap, Golden Meadow, Gage Lands, and the 8‑C‑300 parcel, each passing unanimously or with only abstentions. It also approved a $90.24 reimbursement for fence repairs at Campbell Farm, authorized up to $100 for a mushroom‑identification walk at Fosters Pond, and authorized Fieldworks to mow Campbell Farm and Golden Meadow. All motions were approved by the listed vote counts.

• Maintain no hunting on Fosters Pond (6-0)
• Maintain no hunting on Campbell Farm (6-0)
• Maintain no hunting on Deer Leap (6-0)
• Maintain no hunting on Golden Meadow (5-0-1)
• Maintain no hunting on Gage Lands (5-0-1)
• Maintain no hunting on 8-C-300 parcel (4-0-2)
• Approve $90.24 reimbursement for split‑rail fence repair at Campbell Farm (4-0-1)
• Approve up to $100 payment to NH Mycological Society for mushroom walk at Fosters Pond (6-0)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to review a site plan application for a property in the Professional Business and Technology District. The committee will consider a proposal to add a second floor to an existing building.

• Case # 2025-24: Final Minor Site Plan Application for a 448 square foot second floor addition at 59 Range Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a workshop to discuss a temporary moratorium ordinance regarding growth management. The board will also review the definition of hardship.

• Growth Management / Temporary Moratorium Ordinance
• Hardship Definition

The Board reviewed a proposed temporary growth‑management moratorium ordinance and related exemptions. Members raised questions about legal review, impact fees, ADU limits, and commercial use definitions. No votes were taken and the Chairman noted that no decisions were made during this meeting.

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Subcommittee will receive presentations from the Community Development Department, Fire Department, General Services, Conservation/Trails, and the SAU. It will review and approve the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. The committee will also discuss next steps before adjourning.

• Presentation by Community Development Department (CDD)
• Presentation by Fire Department
• Presentation by General Services
• Presentation by Conservation/Trails
• Review and approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes

Capital Improvements Committee

The subcommittee of the Windham Planning Board will meet to receive presentations from several town departments. The group will also review and approve minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting.

• Presentations from Community Development Department (CDD)
• Presentations from Fire Department
• Presentations from General Services
• Presentations from Conservation/Trails
• Presentations from School Administrative Unit (SAU)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a continued case (34‑2025) seeking a 24 × 36 ft barn that would be 11 ft from the side yard line instead of the required 30 ft. It will also consider three new applications: a 26 × 46 ft single‑family dwelling with numerous setbacks and buffer variances on 180 Range Rd (37‑2025); an addition and decks to an existing home on 17 Prescott Rd with setbacks and size variances (38‑2025); and a detached two‑story garage on 14 Sharon Rd that would be 2 ft from the side line instead of 30 ft (39‑2025). The board will review and approve minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting and address any old or new business.

• 34‑2025: Brent Dow request to reduce side‑yard setback for a 24 × 36 ft barn at 115 Lowell Rd
• 37‑2025: Benchmark, LLC request for a 26 × 46 ft single‑family home with multiple zoning reliefs at 180 Range Rd
• 38‑2025: Benchmark, LLC request for home addition and decks with setback variances at 17 Prescott Rd
• 39‑2025: Edward Pietras request for a 24 × 35 ft detached garage with reduced side‑yard setback at 14 Sharon Rd
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from 9/9/2025

The Zoning Board approved a variance for the addition at 17 Prescott Rd, pending updated plans, with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the barn setback variance and findings of fact for the 115 Lowell Rd case, each 5‑0. The board voted to continue the 180 Range Rd application to a site walk on Sep 25 and to a second hearing on Oct 14, both 5‑0.

• Approved 24’x36’ barn setback variance for 115 Lowell Rd (Case 34-2025) – vote 5-0
• Approved findings of fact for Case 34-2025 – vote 5-0
• Continued Case 37-2025 to site walk Sep 25, 2025 at 4 pm – vote 5-0
• Continued Case 37-2025 to second hearing Oct 14, 2025 at 7 pm – vote 5-0
• Approved conditioned variance for addition at 17 Prescott Rd (Case 38-2025) – vote 5-0
• Approved findings of fact for Case 38-2025 – vote 5-0

Select Board

The Select Board will hear three Board of Health cases requesting regulatory relief for wells and septic systems that do not meet required setbacks. The cases involve 7 Cedar Road, 38 Fish Road, and 108 South Shore Road. The meeting also includes discussion of an unsafe structure at 22 Morrison Road, correspondence about recent zoning legislation, and approval of recent meeting minutes and financial reports.

• BOH Case 25-08 – 7 Cedar Road: request for well setback relief (proposed 50 ft from drain field, required 75 ft)
• BOH Case 25-09 – 38 Fish Road: request for septic system and well setback relief (proposed 44 ft from drain field, required 75 ft)
• BOH Case 25-010 – 108 South Shore Road: request for septic system setback relief (proposed 65 ft from well, required 75 ft)
• 22 Morrison Road – discussion of unsafe structure
• Correspondence from other municipalities regarding recent zoning legislation

The Select Board recessed to a Board of Health session and unanimously approved waivers allowing a well at 7 Cedar Road and septic systems at 38 Fish Road and 108 South Shore Road, with votes of 5‑0, 5‑0 and 4‑1 respectively. The Board also adopted a wording amendment for the 38 Fish Road waiver (5‑0) and increased Searles Attendant Michelle Joyce’s hourly rate from $20 to $25 (4‑0). Additionally, the Board approved several past meeting minutes and the consent agenda items, each by a 4‑0 vote.

• Recessed meeting to Board of Health (5-0)
• Approved waiver for well at 7 Cedar Road (Case 25-08) (5-0)
• Approved waiver for septic at 38 Fish Road (Case 25-09) (5-0)
• Approved wording amendment for 38 Fish Road waiver (5-0)
• Approved waiver for septic at 108 South Shore Road (Case 25-010) (4-1)
• Increased Searles Attendant Michelle Joyce pay to $25 (4-0)
• Approved August 8, 2022 draft minutes (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (MS 1, payroll, MS 535) (4-0)

Forestry Committee

The Windham Forestry Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its prior meeting. It will review the completed 2025 maintenance of the cellar hole trail. The committee will consider trail signage and discuss a warrant article for 2026.

• Approve prior meeting minutes
• Review completion of 2025 maintenance for cellar hole trail
• Consider trail signage
• Discuss 2026 warrant article

The Forestry Committee unanimously approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee also unanimously approved the proposed 2026 warrant article language. Maintenance for the Cellar Hole Trail was reported completed, and several trail signs were installed.

• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved 2026 warrant article language (5-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will discuss and vet six local properties for potential hunting use. The properties under consideration are Foster’s Pond, Campbell Farm, Deer Leap, Golden Meadow, The Gage Lands, and Lot 8-C-300 (former Mesiti land). The meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2025 at the Windham High School Auditorium.

• Foster’s Pond – property considered for hunting
• Campbell Farm – property considered for hunting
• Deer Leap – property considered for hunting
• Golden Meadow – property considered for hunting
• The Gage Lands – property considered for hunting

The Conservation Commission met on September 18, 2025 at the Windham High School Auditorium for a public workshop. Members heard comments on several properties—including Foster’s Pond, Campbell Farm, Deer Leap, Golden Meadow, Gage Lands, and the former Mesiti property—and noted that no decisions would be made at this session. The chair read emails from the fire and police chiefs indicating opposition to expanding hunting, and the commission will vote on the proposals at the next regular meeting.

Planning Board

The Board will review five new development applications submitted for public hearing. Applications include a WWPD driveway permit at 52 Burnham Road, a 49‑unit age‑restricted affordable apartment plan on 92 and 98 Rockingham Road, a 62‑unit townhouse project on 21 Indian Rock Road and 1 No Lowell Road, a major WPOD home construction at 27 No Shore Road, and a final minor site plan for a second‑floor addition at 59 Range Road. The Board will also consider a request to extend the deadline for the 21 Indian Rock Road case to October 1, 2025.

• Case #2025-19 – WWPD Special Permit for driveway and site improvements at 52 Burnham Road (Rural District & WWPD)
• Case #2025-20 – Conceptual Site Plan for a 49‑unit age‑restricted affordable apartment building on 92 and 98 Rockingham Rd (Rural District)
• Case #2025-21 – Preliminary Site Plan for 62‑unit townhouses on 21 Indian Rock Rd and 1 No Lowell Rd (Village Center District & WWPD)
• Case #2025-22 – Major WPOD Application to raze existing structures and build a new single‑family home at 27 No Shore Rd (Residential A & WPOD)
• Case #2025-24 – Final Minor Site Plan for a 448‑sq‑ft second‑floor addition at 59 Range Road (Professional Business & Technology District & WPOD)

The Planning Board extended the review deadlines for two site‑plan applications to October 1, 2025. It opened and then approved a special permit for a driveway at 52 Burnham Road with specific conditions by a 4‑3 vote. The Board also opened and approved a major WPOD application for a new home at 27 No Shore Road with stipulated storm‑water and shoreland requirements.

• Extended Case #2025-21 deadline to Oct 1 2025 (vote 7‑0)
• Extended Case #2025-24 deadline to Oct 1 2025 (vote 7‑0)
• Opened Case #2025-19 (vote 7‑0)
• Approved Case #2025-19 with conditions: minimal tree removal, Keach memo items, sheet drain (vote 4‑3)
• Opened Case #2025-22 (vote 7‑0)
• Approved Case #2025-22 with conditions: shoreland permit, Keach memo compliance, extra storm‑water protection (vote 7‑0)
• Opened Case #2025-20 (vote 6‑0)

Searles Trustees

The board approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. Trustees voted to table the parking lot re‑lining discussion until spring. They also approved the donation of four high‑top tables from the Windham Endowment by a 6‑0 vote.

• Accept August 19, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Table parking lot re‑lining discussion until spring (consensus)
• Accept donation of 4 high‑top tables from Windham Endowment (6-0)

Cemetery Trustees

The Windham Cemetery Trustees met on September 15, 2025 and reviewed current expenditures, noting they have used 57% of the budget and have two upcoming expenses of $4,000 and $2,200. They announced the acquisition of a dedicated laptop for cemetery records. The trustees determined they will submit the 2026 cemetery budget unchanged and plan gate repairs for the following year.

• Submit unchanged 2026 cemetery budget (no vote recorded)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a site walk at 59 Mammoth Rd on September 15, 2025 for Variance Case 35-2025, which seeks a commercial kennel. Board members and the public may park on the discontinued Bridle Bridge Rd and on the grass at the property edge. The variance application will be discussed at a public meeting on October 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM. Copies of case materials are available at the Windham Community Development Department.

• Site walk at 59 Mammoth Rd for commercial kennel variance (Case 35-2025)
• Parking permitted on discontinued Bridle Bridge Rd and on‑site grass
• Variance decision scheduled for October 14, 2025, 7:00 PM
• Case materials available at Windham Community Development Department

The Zoning Board of Adjustment met at 5:03 pm and conducted a site walk of Parcel 19‑B‑150 at 59 Mammoth Rd. Applicant Mr. Roberts showed the existing barn and discussed possible kennel and fence locations. The board adjourned at 5:14 pm. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee is meeting for a site walk at 59 Range Road. The committee will review a Final Minor Site Plan Application for a building addition.

• Case # 2025-24: Proposal by Nikasa, LLC to construct a 448 square foot second floor addition at 59 Range Road

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will meet at 7:30 a.m. to appoint alternates, review the August minutes, receive an economic development update, and hear liaison and subcommittee reports. The committee will consider comments on the PB Draft Temporary Moratorium and address any other old or new business before adjourning.

• Appointment of alternates for absent members
• Review of August meeting minutes
• Economic Development Update by Director Alex Mello
• Comments regarding PB Draft Temporary Moratorium
• Other old or new business

The committee approved the August 8, 2025 minutes with a 9‑0‑0 vote. A motion to adjourn was carried 9‑0‑0. The current meeting minutes were approved as edited on 10‑10‑2025 by a 7‑0‑2 vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved August 8, 2025 minutes (9-0-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (9-0-0)
• Approved minutes as edited 10-10-2025 (7-0-2)

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission will review several development permit applications. These include a WWPD special permit for a driveway at 52 Burnham Road, a conceptual site plan for a 49‑unit age‑restricted affordable apartment building on 92 and 98 Rockingham Road, a preliminary site plan for 62 townhouses at 21 Indian Rock Road and 1 N Lowell Road, a final major site plan amendment at 11 Indian Rock Road, and a final minor site plan for a second‑floor addition at 59 Range Road. The commission will also review meeting minutes and discuss updates on ponds, forests, and trails. A non‑public session may be held if needed.

• WWPD Special Permit Application for driveway at 52 Burnham Road (Rural District & WWPD)
• Conceptual Site Plan Application for 49‑unit age‑restricted affordable apartments at 92 & 98 Rockingham Rd (Town-owned land)
• Preliminary Site Plan Application for 62‑unit townhouses at 21 Indian Rock Rd and 1 N Lowell Rd (Village Center District & WWPD)
• Final Major Site Plan Application to amend façade at 11 Indian Rock Rd (Village Center District)
• Final Minor Site Plan Application for 448‑sq‑ft second‑floor addition at 59 Range Rd (Professional Business and Technology District & WPOD)

The Conservation Commission voted to go into a non‑public session under RSA 91A:3 II(d) to discuss land acquisition. The commissioners later voted to exit the non‑public session and to seal the non‑public minutes for two years. They also approved the August 14, 2025 minutes and adjourned the September 11 meeting.

• Approved non‑public session on land acquisition (unanimous Yes votes)
• Approved exit from non‑public session (unanimous Yes votes)
• Approved sealing of non‑public minutes for two years (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 8/14/25 (unanimous 5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:15 PM (unanimous)

Joint Loss Management Committee

The committee identified that the steps connecting the library's upper and lower parking lots need repair and assigned Dennis Senibaldi to replace them in the spring. Incident and accident reports were reviewed with no further action. Members were reminded to check and replenish first‑aid kits as needed.

• Replace library upper‑to‑lower parking lot steps (spring schedule)
• No action taken on incident/accident reports

Museum Trustees

The Windham Museum Trustees will vote to accept the minutes from the July 9 meeting. They will receive an update on potential third‑grade visit dates with Diane Farmer. The board will discuss the museum's 2026 budget and conduct a workshop to intake and label recent Harris donations. Upcoming public events are listed for October, November, and December.

• Vote to accept minutes of the July 9 Museum Trustees meeting
• Update on potential third‑grade visit dates with Diane Farmer
• Discussion of the 2026 museum budget
• Workshop: intake and labeling of recent Harris donations
• Upcoming events: Mystery Tour Oct 4 at 1:00, Open House/Tree Lighting Dec 6, 2:30‑5:00

The trustees increased the 2026 budget for educational programming to $2,000 and reduced the allocation for archival supplies to $500. They renamed the publicity line item to “Publicity & America 250th”. Ms. Farmer was tasked with ordering more pencils and Ms. Manthorne will obtain quotes for up to 1,000 educational booklets. The minutes from the July 9th meeting were accepted and the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 PM.

• Accepted July 9th meeting minutes (vote 4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:45 PM (vote 4-0)
• Increased 2026 educational programming budget to $2,000
• Decreased 2026 archival supplies allocation to $500
• Renamed publicity line item to “Publicity & America 250th”
• Assigned Ms. Farmer to order more pencils
• Assigned Ms. Manthorne to obtain quotes for up to 1,000 educational booklets

Planning Board

The board will hear a public safety presentation on road length. It will consider a Growth Management Temporary Moratorium Ordinance. The meeting includes review and approval of the August 20, 2025 minutes. Additional old and new business items will be addressed.

• Public Safety presentation on road length
• Consideration of Growth Management Temporary Moratorium Ordinance
• Review and approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Announcements / Liaison Reports
• Old/New Business items

The Planning Board unanimously voted to move the Growth Management/Temporary Moratorium Ordinance to a workshop on September 24, 2025. They also approved sending the “harmonized” hardship definition to the town attorney and scheduling its public hearing for October 1, 2025. Both motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Moved Growth Management/Temporary Moratorium Ordinance workshop to Sep 24, 2025 (7‑0)
• Sent “harmonized” hardship definition to town attorney and set public hearing for Oct 1, 2025 (7‑0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider four new cases requesting relief from Windham Zoning Ordinances. These requests involve land use permissions and setback requirements for residential and rural properties.

• Request for boat storage yard at Rockingham Rd (Parcel 3-B-681)
• Request for 24’ x 36’ barn with 11’ side yard setback at 115 Lowell Rd
• Request for commercial kennel with six runs and 2,500 sq ft building at 59 Mammoth Rd
• Request for 16’ x 16’ deck at 21 Second St on a 4,000 sq ft non-conforming lot

The Board voted 4‑1 to deny the requested variance allowing boat storage on parcel 3‑B‑681 in the Rural District. It then approved the Board’s findings of fact for that case by a 5‑0 vote. The barn setback application (case 34‑2025) was continued to the September 23, 2025 agenda (5‑0). The commercial kennel application (case 35‑2025) was continued to October 14, 2025 and a site walk was scheduled for September 15, 2025 at 5 pm (both 5‑0).

• Denied boat‑storage variance for 3‑B‑681 (4‑1)
• Approved findings of fact for boat‑storage case (5‑0)
• Continued barn setback case 34‑2025 to Sep 23 2025 (5‑0)
• Continued kennel case 35‑2025 to Oct 14 2025 (5‑0)
• Scheduled site walk for kennel case 35‑2025 on Sep 15 2025 at 5 pm (5‑0)

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Subcommittee will meet on September 9, 2025 at the Golden Brook School Media Center/Library. The agenda includes presentations from Town Administration, the Police Department, and Local Energy, followed by a review and approval of the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. The committee will also discuss next steps before adjourning.

• Presentations by Town Administration
• Presentations by Police Department
• Presentations by Local Energy
• Review and approval of August 26, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of next steps

Housing Authority

The Windham Housing Authority will meet with Simon Beylin of Beylin Construction, the architect, and Karl Dubay of The Dubay Group to review the housing plan and site development plans that will be presented to the Planning Board on September 17, 2025. The board will also review the current revision of the Land Lease document. In addition, the authority will confirm and approve meeting minutes from several prior meetings.

• Review housing plan and site development plans with Simon Beylin/Beylin Construction, the architect, and Karl Dubay of The Dubay Group
• Review current revision of the Land Lease document
• Approve meeting minutes for Dec 24, 2024; Jan 28; Mar 19; Apr 3 & 17; Jul 2; Aug 4, 2025
• Confirm next meeting date as needed

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings regarding the acceptance of unanticipated funds and the adoption of the 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. The meeting includes personnel hearings and the acceptance of various donations. The board will also discuss a request to dispose of surplus fire station exercise equipment.

• Public hearing on unanticipated funds: $22,894 for Town Hall project and $8,500 for Searles Brick repointing
• Public hearing on the adoption of the 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Donations: $280 from Mom’s Alliance, $500 Baker Grant from Windham Garden Club, and $800 from Friends of Searles School and Chapel
• Donations of a dumpster from M And M Disposal LLC and trash totes from Casella
• Request to dispose of surplus exercise equipment at the Fire Station

The Select Board adopted the 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan. It accepted a $22,800 donation from the Windham Endowment for town‑hall improvements and an $8,500 grant for the Searles brick repointing project. The Board also approved an RFP for an architectural study of town administrative buildings and settled a lawsuit with Rick Dieterle for $6,000.

• Adopted 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)
• Accepted $22,800 Windham Endowment donation for Town Hall project (5-0)
• Accepted $8,500 Methuen Festival of Trees grant for Searles brick repointing (5-0)
• Approved RFP for Town Administrative Buildings Architectural Study (4-1)
• Settled lawsuit with Rick Dieterle by paying $6,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payroll and payable manifests (5-0)
• Approved draft minutes of September 26, 2022 (4-0-1)
• Accepted assorted community donations (e.g., $280, dumpster, trash totes, $500, $800) (5-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District and Heritage Commissions are meeting to discuss several local projects and updates. The body will review a restaurant proposal and prototypes for new Town Hall signs.

• Windham Restaurant Proposal
• New Town Hall Signs prototypes
• Fessenden Mill Project (Eagle Scout Jackson Calderara)
• Historic Zoning Update
• Indian Rock Park Update

The Historic District/Heritage Commission accepted the design proposal for the Windham Restaurant addition with a 4‑0 vote. It also approved the Town Hall “Option A” signage (white signs with black lettering) by a 4‑0 vote. The commission accepted the August 7th meeting minutes (3‑0, one abstention) and agreed not to send a representative to future TRC meetings. The meeting was adjourned at 8:01 PM.

• Approved Windham Restaurant addition design (4-0)
• Approved Town Hall “Option A” signage (4-0)
• Accepted August 7th meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Decided HDC/HC will not send a representative to TRC meetings
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a site plan and subdivision application for a new medical facility. The board will also discuss zoning amendments related to House Bill 631 and a procedural rule change regarding alternate members.

• Case # 2025-16: Final Major Site Plan and Minor Subdivision for a 5,000 S.F. ConvenientMD Urgent Care building at 2 Sharma Way
• Amendment to Planning Board Rules of Procedure Article 10 regarding the appointment of Alternates
• Discussion on zoning amendments in response to House Bill 631
• Growth Management Subcommittee update

The Planning Board approved the Final Major Site Plan for 2 Sharma Way, adding several conditions such as addressing comments, recording easements, and completing Usha Way access before a certificate of occupancy. The board also approved related permits and waivers, including a pipe cover waiver, a WWPD special permit, and the final minor subdivision. All motions passed with votes ranging from 4‑3 to unanimous 7‑0.

• Amended Article 10 Subsection 10.6 to replace “Alternate” with “Alternates” (7-0)
• Waived preliminary hearing step for Case #2025-16 (7-0)
• Opened Case #2025-16 as a Final Major Site Plan (7-0)
• Granted pipe cover waiver for Case #2025-16 (7-0)
• Granted WWPD Special Permit for Case #2025-16 (4-3)
• Approved WPOD permit with snow-storage condition for Case #2025-16 (6-1)
• Approved Final Minor Subdivision for Case #2025-16 (7-0)
• Approved Final Major Site Plan for Case #2025-16 with seven conditions (7-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss four specific property applications requesting zoning relief or construction permits. The body will also review updates on several local land and water projects.

• Case 35-2025: Request for a commercial kennel at 59 Mammoth Rd
• Case 36-2025: Request for a 16’ x 16’ deck at 21 Second St
• Case 37-2025: Request for a new single-family dwelling at 180 Range Rd
• Case 38-2025: Request for an addition, deck, and porch at 17 Prescott Rd

The Conservation Commission approved the August 28 meeting minutes. The commission noted no issues with the deck permit for 21 Second St. A motion to adjourn the meeting passed unanimously, 5‑0.

• Approved meeting minutes (vote not recorded)
• Stated no issues with deck permit at 21 Second St (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed 5‑0

Capital Improvements Committee

The Capital Improvement Program Subcommittee is meeting to review the history and process of the program. Members will assign department write-ups and establish a schedule for future presentation and ranking meetings.

• Presentation of Deferred Expenditures by Mark Kovacs
• Determination of future meeting dates for ranking and presentations to the Planning Board and Board of Selectmen
• Assignment of department write-ups and spreadsheet needs

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will review a proposal for town buildings and discuss the 2026 budget overview. The meeting includes requests for road signage and a purchasing policy waiver.

• Request for signage on Ministerial Rd and Oakwood Road
• 2026 Budget Overview discussion
• Town Buildings Review Proposal and request to waive purchasing policy
• Refund request related to ZBA Case # 27-2025
• Payroll and Accounts Payable Manifests dated August 25, 2025

The Select Board voted 5-0 to install a “No Outlet/No Turn Around” sign at a location to be determined by the General Services Director in coordination with police and fire chiefs. The Board also voted 5-0 to install a stop sign on Oakwood Street at a location to be determined by the General Services Director with police and fire input. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved "No Outlet/No Turn Around" sign (5-0)
• Approved stop sign on Oakwood Street (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board's Growth Management Subcommittee will meet to review a draft ordinance for a temporary moratorium and discuss findings from US Census data, school data, and public services data. The meeting will also include a review and approval of previous minutes.

• Review Temporary Moratorium Ordinance draft Language
• Discuss Findings - US Census Data
• Discuss Findings - Windham schools data
• Discuss Findings - public services data
• Review and Approval of Minutes

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will meet on August 20, 2025, to review new development applications. The board will consider a major site plan and subdivision for a 5,000 S.F. urgent care facility at 2 Sharma Way and a conceptual subdivision for 22 single-family lots at 150 Haverhill Road. The meeting includes a recess for a non-meeting with Town Counsel.

• Case #2025-16: 2 Sharma Way — Final Major Site Plan for 5,000 S.F. ConvenientMD Urgent Care, including subdivision and special permits
• Case #2025-18: 150 Haverhill Road — Conceptual subdivision for 22 single-family lots in Rural District
• Request to extend deadline for Case #2025-16 to September 3, 2025, per RSA 676:4(I)(f)
• Public hearings may follow if applications are deemed complete
• Recess from 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM for non-meeting with Town Counsel

The Planning Board approved the minutes from prior meetings. It voted 7‑0 to extend the deadline for Case #2025-16 (2 Sharma Way) to September 17, 2025. The board also voted 7‑0 to open Case #2025-18 (150 Haverhill Road) as a conceptual discussion and later voted 7‑0 to close that conceptual discussion. The meeting was adjourned at 9:07 pm.

• Approved May‑July draft minutes (various votes, all passed)
• Extended deadline for Case #2025-16 to September 17 (vote 7‑0)
• Opened Case #2025-18 as a conceptual discussion (vote 7‑0)
• Closed conceptual discussion for Case #2025-18 (vote 7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:07 pm (vote 7‑0)

Searles Trustees

The board accepted the July 15, 2025 minutes (6‑0‑1) and chose Benjamin Moore Country Redwood for the exterior painting, slated to begin in mid‑September. J&R Masonry was awarded the repointing project, and the 1992 anniversary prints will be installed in the anteroom. Additional actions included a $100 purchase for planter plants, a motion to have an arborist assess the property trees, and scheduling open houses for September.

• Accepted July 15, 2025 minutes (vote 6-0-1)
• Approved Benjamin Moore Country Redwood as exterior paint color
• Awarded repointing project to J&R Masonry
• Approved installation of 1992 anniversary prints in the anteroom (vote 8-0)
• Approved spending $100 on planter plants (vote 8-0)
• Approved contacting an arborist for tree assessment (vote 8-0)
• Scheduled open houses on 9/7/2025 (2:30‑4:30) and 9/13/2025 (10‑3)
• Installed new exterior light over the front door

Local Energy Committee

The Windham Local Energy Committee will discuss updates to the Community Power Plan and consider a capital improvement recommendation for solar panel installations at the Police and Fire Department stations. The meeting will also review and approve minutes from the July 24, 2025 session.

• Approve minutes of July 24, 2025 LEC meeting
• Update on Community Power Plan implementation
• Discuss possible CIP recommendation for Police and Fire Department Solar Systems

Conservation Commission

The Windham Conservation Commission meets to discuss land-use items including a conceptual subdivision and special permit application for 22 single-family lots at 150 Haverhill Road. The meeting also includes procedural items such as minutes approval and a possible non-public session.

• Case #2025-18: 22-lot open-space subdivision proposed by Benchmark LLC at 150 Haverhill Road
• Intent to Cut at 47 No Lowell Road
• Review and approval of July 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Possible non-public session under RSA 91A
• Golden Meadow Garden ideas discussion with residents

The Conservation Commission voted 5‑0 to allow a senior Girl Scout to install permanent aluminum dog‑waste signs on several conservation sites. It also voted 5‑0 to grant Joey Johannessen permission to camp in the Rt 28 Town Forest on August 15, 2025. Additional actions included approving a $296.96 payment for bridge work and adopting the meeting minutes.

• Approved dog‑waste signage project (5‑0)
• Granted camp permission at Rt 28 Town Forest (5‑0)
• Approved $296.96 payment to Dennis Proulx for Golden Meadow bridges (5‑0)
• Adopted amended minutes of 6/26/25 (4‑0)
• Adopted minutes of 7/24/25 (4‑0)
• Sealed non‑public session minutes (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:15 PM (5‑0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a workshop to review potential 2026 ballot items, including zoning changes and a survey update, and discuss an amendment to its rules of procedure. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Potential removal of Commercial Use Zoning
• Proposal for Market Square Overlay District
• Updated resident survey for 2026 ballot
• Growth Management Ordinance discussion
• Amendment to Planning Board Rules of Procedure

The board approved a motion directing CDD staff to contact the local planning commission, the New Hampshire Municipal Association and other communities about House Bill 631, with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved a motion to hold a non‑public session concerning counsel’s conflict of interest under RSA 91‑A:3, with a 6‑1 vote. Other items such as the Market Square Overlay District and the Air BnB topic were discussed but not decided, and the amendment to Board Rules of Procedure was postponed to the September 3 meeting.

• Approved request for CDD staff to reach out to local planning commission, NHMA and other communities on House Bill 631 (7-0)
• Approved non-public session on counsel conflict of interest under RSA 91-A:3 (6-1)
• Postponed amendment to Planning Board Rules of Procedure to September 3 meeting (no vote)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review requests for relief from zoning ordinances regarding residential structures and commercial property hardships. The board will also consider a request for a rehearing and a request to withdraw a previous application.

• Request for rehearing on variance for 43 Rockingham Rd and 36 Roulston Rd
• Request to withdraw application for a pickup window at 1 Delahunty Rd
• Variance request for a 12’ x 16’ shed and a new addition/deck at 4 Maple St
• Variance request for an 18’ x 21’ in-ground pool at 4 Sagamore Rd
• Review and approval of July 22, 2025 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board granted the requested variances for a 12 × 16 ft shed, front‑yard setback, and side‑yard setback for a deck at 4 Maple St (Case 31‑2025) with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved relief for an 18 × 21 ft in‑ground pool at 4 Sagamore Rd (Case 32‑2025) by a 5‑0 vote. The Board denied a rehearing request for parcels on Rockingham Rd (Case 27‑2024) and accepted a withdrawal of a pickup‑window request (Case 27‑2025), each 5‑0. Minutes and a July‑22 draft were approved and the meeting adjourned, all by unanimous votes.

• Approved variances for shed, front‑yard and side‑yard setbacks at 4 Maple St (5‑0)
• Approved pool setback relief at 4 Sagamore Rd (5‑0)
• Denied rehearing request for 43 Rockingham Rd & 36 Roulston Rd (5‑0)
• Accepted withdrawal of pickup‑window request (5‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved July 22 draft as amended (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:47 pm (5‑0)

Select Board

The Select Board will convene to discuss the 2026 budget schedule, consider a request for an alcohol license, and review the Moeckel Pond Dam repair plan. The meeting includes a public hearing on fertilizer regulations and a non-public session regarding real estate transactions.

• Public Hearing: Fertilizer regulations revisions
• Discussion: Moeckel Pond Dam repair plan
• New Business: 2026 Budget Schedule and Process
• New Business: Alcohol license for Rhino Cigar Lounge
• Non-Public Session: Real property acquisition/lease

The Select Board voted 6‑0 to waive fees for a septic‑system replacement at 13 Armstrong Road. It also approved a conditional offer of employment for assistant town clerk Samantha Bernice Sands (4‑0‑1). The Board authorized contacting counsel to consider a two‑week ban of a resident from the transfer station (4‑1) and recessed to convene the Board of Health (6‑0).

• Approved fee waiver for septic system at 13 Armstrong Road (6‑0)
• Extended conditional offer to assistant town clerk Samantha Bernice Sands at $24.0764/hr (4‑0‑1)
• Authorized contacting counsel to explore banning resident from transfer station for two weeks (4‑1)
• Entered nonpublic session under RSA 91‑A 3:II (5‑0)
• Returned to public session (5‑0)
• Recessed Board of Selectmen and convened Board of Health (6‑0)

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will hold its regular meeting on August 8, 2025, at 7:30 AM. The agenda includes procedural items such as appointing alternates, reviewing minutes, and receiving liaison and subcommittee reports. No decisions or substantive discussions are listed.

The Economic Development Committee approved the July 11, 2025 minutes with a 9‑0‑2 vote. A motion to adjourn was carried unanimously, 9‑0‑0. The August 8, 2025 minutes were then approved by a 9‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved July 11, 2025 minutes (9-0-2)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0-0)
• Approved August 8, 2025 minutes (9-0-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District and Heritage Commissions will discuss updates to the town hall project and a related endowment proposal. The body will also review historic zoning ordinances and several signage and landscaping projects.

• Review of endowment proposal for town hall
• Review of historic zoning ordinances
• Fessenden Mill Project involvement
• London Bridge Causeway sign
• Town Pound project signs and landscaping

The commission voted 4‑0 to approve the cost estimates presented by Jennifer Simmons for using the $22,000 raised by the Windham Endowment “NH Gives” fundraiser to repair and improve the front of Town Hall, including door, hardware, signage, lighting and landscaping, leaving about $4,000 for shutters. It also approved removing the rotted wood sign at the Town Pound and will explore making the plaque more visible. Additionally, the commission approved an investigation into the feasibility of recreating a historic fingerpost sign for Town Center.

• Approved $22,000 Town Hall front‑door and landscaping estimates (4‑0)
• Approved removal of rotted wood sign at Town Pound, explore plaque visibility (4‑0)
• Approved investigation of feasibility for historic fingerpost sign at Town Center (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a conceptual site plan for a large mixed-use development and a site plan for a new medical building. The Board will also interview a CIP candidate.

• Case # 2025-17: Conceptual Site Plan for 102 Indian Rock Road & 82 Range Road including a 38,240 S.F. grocery store, 350 residential units, 115,400 S.F. of retail, a 12,000 S.F. preschool, and 150 senior living units
• Case # 2025-16: Final Major Site Plan and other permits for a 5,000 S.F. ConvenientMD Urgent Care building at 2 Sharma Way
• Request to extend the application deadline for Case # 2025-16 to August 20, 2025
• CIP Candidate Interview

The Planning Board unanimously approved the donation of engraved name plates (7‑0). It also moved the 2 Sharma Way application (Case #2025‑16) to a hearing on August 20, 2025 (7‑0). Finally, the board opened the 102 Indian Rock Road & 82 Range Road application (Case #2025‑17) as a conceptual plan (7‑0).

• Accepted engraved name plates for Vice Chair, Ms. Ballaya, and Mr. Gattinella (7-0)
• Moved Case #2025-16 (2 Sharma Way) to August 20, 2025 (7-0)
• Opened Case #2025-17 (102 Indian Rock Rd & 82 Range Rd) as a conceptual plan (7-0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority is meeting with Beylin Construction and an architect to review an updated 48-unit housing plan. The body will also review a land lease previously accepted by the Windham Board of Selectmen.

• Review of updated 48-unit housing plan for submittal to Windham Planning Board
• Review of Land Lease presented to Beylin Construction
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 24, 2024, through July 2, 2025

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will discuss property assessments, including preliminary 2025 values and specific abatement and religious exemption requests. The meeting also includes updates on town facilities and the Town Hall project.

• 2025 Preliminary Values review
• Administrative Abatement request for Map/Lot 6A/6
• Religious Exemption requests for Map/Lot 3A/800, 2A/700, and 2A/700A
• Request to tie into the Rogers Field well for the Cemetery on the Plain
• Reconsideration of funding source for Searles Brick Repointing

The Select Board approved a full religious exemption for three parcels (Map 3 Lot A‑800, Map 2 Lot A‑700 and A‑700A). It also authorized $16,400 for the Searles Brick Repointing project and approved a tie‑in to the Rogers Field well for the Cemetery. Additional actions included moving three police officers to Step 2 pay, placing one officer on paid administrative leave, and partially granting an administrative abatement of $104 for Map 6A Lot 6.

• Moved officers Buchanan, Bennett, St. Hilaire to Step 2 pay $33.8134/hr (unanimous)
• Placed officer on paid administrative leave until Aug 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Partially granted administrative abatement $104 for Map 6A Lot 6 (5‑0)
• Granted full religious exemption for three parcels (3‑2)
• Approved $16,400 for Searles Brick Repointing (4‑0‑1, 1 abstention)
• Approved tie‑in to Rogers Field well for Cemetery (5‑0)
• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved November 28, 2022 meeting minutes (4‑0‑1, 1 abstention)

Cemetery Trustees

The board voted 3‑0 to accept Trustee Wendi Devlin’s resignation effective August 11, 2025. The trustees also approved, by a 3‑0 vote, a proposal to present to the Selectmen that the resignation be accepted, Bruce Moeckel be appointed as an alternate trustee through March 2028, and Wendi Devlin be appointed as an alternate trustee for one year. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted Wendi Devlin’s resignation as Trustee (vote 3‑0)
• Approved proposal to present to Selectmen to accept resignation and appoint Bruce Moeckel as alternate trustee (vote 3‑0)
• Approved proposal to present to Selectmen to appoint Wendi Devlin as alternate trustee for one year (vote 3‑0)

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review the implementation status of the Community Power Plan. The body will also receive an update regarding a potential solar system for the Windham Police and Fire Departments.

• Review of Community Power Plan implementation
• Update on potential solar system for Windham Police and Fire Departments

The committee approved the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-2). After presentations from ECM Power and Standard Power, members decided to wait on any change to the community‑aggregation consultant until new pricing information is received. The resolution to delay the consultant decision passed unanimously (7-0). The meeting was then adjourned (7-0).

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (vote 5-0-2)
• Resolved to wait on consultant change pending next pricing period (vote 7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 7-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss a conceptual site plan for the Gateway Master Plan Project and a final site plan for a 5,000 SF ConvenientMD Urgent Care building. The body will also review a request for zoning relief for a shed and addition at 4 Maple St.

• Case 31-2025: Request for relief to permit a 12’ x 16’ shed and a new addition/deck at 4 Maple St
• Case # 2025-15: Conceptual Site Plan for Gateway Master Plan Project at 2 Sharma Way
• Case # 2025-16: Final Major Site Plan for a 5,000 SF ConvenientMD Urgent Care building at 2 Sharma Way
• Review of invoices
• Approval of meeting minutes from 6/26/25 and 7/10/25

The Conservation Commission approved a motion to reimburse the Town of Windham $167,340 from the Conservation Land Trust Special fund. It also approved a $1,060 payment to Fieldworks of NH for mowing services at Campbell and Clyde ponds, and approved the amended minutes of 7/10/25. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:14 PM.

• Approved $167,340 reimbursement to Town of Windham from Conservation Land Trust Special fund (5-0)
• Approved $1,060 payment to Fieldworks of NH for mowing services at Campbell and Clyde pond (5-0)
• Approved amended minutes of 7/10/25 (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a workshop to interview CIP candidates. Members will also discuss potential priorities for the 2026 ballot, including regulations on short term rentals and landscape requirements.

• CIP Candidate Interviews
• Discussion of Hardship Definition for 2026 ballot
• Discussion of Landscape Requirements for 2026 ballot
• Discussion of Short Term Rentals for 2026 ballot
• Discussion of Updated Survey for Residents

The Windham Planning Board approved three motions, each passing 7‑0, to forward the hardship definition, the site‑plan landscape requirements, and the short‑term rental permit document (including fines and complaint process) to the town attorney for review. The board also deferred the Updated Survey for Residents and Legislative Changes items to a future meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:43 PM.

• Motion by Derek Monson to send hardship definition to town counsel – passed 7‑0
• Motion by Derek Monson to send site‑plan landscape requirements proposal to town attorney – passed 7‑0
• Motion by Vice Chair Tom Earley to send short‑term rental permit document (with fines) to town attorney – passed 7‑0
• Board deferred Updated Survey for Residents to a later meeting
• Board deferred Legislative Changes to a later meeting
• Motion by Payal Ballaya to adjourn the meeting at 8:43 PM – passed 7‑0

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider several applications for relief from zoning ordinances. These include requests to build homes on non-conforming lots and a request for a business pickup window.

• 18 Ministerial Rd: Request to replace a seasonal cottage with a year-round home on a non-conforming lot
• 150 Range Rd: Request for a two-lot subdivision with relief for frontage, setbacks, and lot area
• 1 Delahunty Rd: Request to permit a pickup window in the Professional Business Technology District
• 27 No Shore Rd: Request to replace a structure with a larger home on a 9,903 sq ft non-conforming lot
• 2 Sharma Way, Building B: Request to permit three wall signs where only two are allowed

The Zoning Board of Adjustment granted a variance for Case 23‑2025, allowing a year‑round single‑family dwelling to replace a seasonal cottage on 18 Ministerial Rd (vote 5‑0). It also approved a variance for Case 26‑2025, permitting a two‑lot subdivision of the historic Windham Playhouse property on 150 Range Rd (vote 5‑0). The Board adopted the findings of fact for both cases (each vote 5‑0). Finally, the Board postponed the opening of Case 27‑2025 to August 12, 2025 pending legal counsel (vote 5‑0).

• Approved variance for Case 23‑2025 (Parcel 21‑V‑243G) – Plan A, Option B with septic condition (5‑0)
• Approved findings of fact for Case 23‑2025 (5‑0)
• Approved variance for Case 26‑2025 (Parcel 21‑K‑100) – two‑lot subdivision with septic conditions (5‑0)
• Approved findings of fact for Case 26‑2025 (5‑0)
• Postponed opening of Case 27‑2025 (Parcel 18‑L‑450) to Aug 12, 2025 (5‑0)

Forestry Committee

The Forestry Committee will meet to elect officers and approve previous minutes. The body will discuss maintenance for the cellar hole trail, signage and mapping for a new trail, and a Tree Farm inspection.

• Maintenance for cellar hole trail
• Trail signage and mapping of new trail
• Tree Farm inspection

The Windham Forestry Committee re‑elected its officers, approved the prior meeting minutes, and authorized spending for trail upkeep and signage. It approved up to $800 per year for Cellar Hole Trail mowing and cleanup, and up to $500 for six new trail maps and signage. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0‑0).

• Re‑elected Wanda Rice as Chair, Stephen Petron as Vice Chair, Brian McFarland as Secretary (5‑0‑0)
• Approved July 18 2024 meeting minutes (5‑0‑0)
• Approved up to $800 per year for Cellar Hole Trail maintenance (5‑0‑0)
• Approved up to $500 for six new trail maps and signage (5‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a new application for the Gateway Master Plan Project. The board will discuss potential mixed uses for the site, including health, wellness, and assisted living.

• Case # 2025-15: Conceptual Site Plan Application for 2 Sharma Way (Parcel 18-L-300) regarding the Gateway Master Plan Project

The Planning Board voted 6‑0 to open the conceptual site‑plan discussion for Case #2025-15 (Sharma Way). Later the Board voted 6‑0 to close that conceptual discussion. The meeting was adjourned at 8 pm by a 6‑0 vote.

• Opened conceptual discussion for Case #2025-15 (6-0)
• Closed conceptual discussion for Case #2025-15 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8 pm (6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing regarding a request to change the use of a 58-unit motel. This rehearing follows a New Hampshire Housing Appeals Board order to rule specifically on hardship criteria.

• Request to change use of a 58-unit motel at 43 Rockingham Rd and 36 Roulston Rd
• Request to add a 12’ x 12’ utility building within a paved parking area
• Relief requested from Zoning Sections 601.3 and 605.1
• Review of minutes from 6/24/2025 and 7/8/2025

The Zoning Board of Adjustment considered the HAB remand for Case #27‑2024, which seeks to change the Manor Motel from transient motel use to multi‑family apartments. After deliberation, the board voted 4‑0 to deny the variance because the applicant did not meet the hardship criteria. The board also voted 4‑0 on a separate motion stating the applicant did meet the burden of proof on the hardship criteria.

• Denied variance for Case #27‑2024 (hardship criteria not met) – vote 4‑0
• Found applicant met burden of proof on hardship criteria – vote 4‑0

Searles Trustees

The trustees accepted the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0). They approved the Methuen Festival of Trees grant and agreed to fund the matching amount from the Searles Special Revenue Fund, not using the Special Reserve Fund. The board decided future email correspondence will be routed through the town email address. They also approved buying a Kichler Tournai 24" lantern for $432.11, with installation and bulb costs, by a 5‑0 vote.

• Accepted June 17, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Methuen Festival of Trees grant and matching fund from Special Revenue Fund
• Directed email correspondence to be sent through town email address
• Approved purchase of Kichler lantern @ $432.11, installation $250, and bulbs (5‑0)
• Peter to contact Michael Branley and the Board to schedule meeting on compensation issues

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will review requests to waive purchasing policies for a police motorcycle and brick repointing at Searles School. The meeting includes a mid-year budget update and a religious exemption request for specific map and lot parcels.

• Police Department request to waive purchasing policy to purchase a motorcycle
• Searles School & Chapel Trustees request to waive purchasing policy for brick repointing
• Religious exemption request for Map/Lot 3A/800, 2A/700 & 2A/700A
• Mid-Year Update Budget Report
• Nominations for NH Municipal Association Board of Directors

The Board waived the purchasing policy and approved the purchase of a Harley‑Davidson police motorcycle for up to $22,000, with a 3‑0‑1 vote. It also authorized the Searles School and Chapel Trustees to finance brick repointing, accepted an $8,500 grant, and approved spending $16,400 for the project, each passing 4‑0. The Board supported Town Administrator Michael Branley’s application to the New Hampshire Municipal Association Board (4‑0) and denied a request for legal‑fee reimbursement, forwarding it to Primex. Routine items such as approving minutes, the consent agenda, and entering a non‑public session also passed unanimously.

• Waived purchasing policy and approved police motorcycle purchase up to $22,000 (3-0-1)
• Waived purchasing policy to authorize Searles School repointing financing (4-0)
• Accepted $8,500 Festival of Trees grant for repointing (4-0)
• Approved $16,400 expenditure for Searles brick repointing (4-0)
• Supported Town Administrator Michael Branley’s application to NH Municipal Association Board (4-0)
• Denied legal‑fee reimbursement request for Matthew Rounds, forwarding to Primex (consensus)
• Approved June 30 draft minutes (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda (4-0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive updates on Gateway Park and Arena Square. The meeting also includes an introduction of alternate member Shariq Yousfi and a department update from Director Alex Mello.

• Introduction of alternate member Shariq Yousfi
• Economic Development update from Director Alex Mello
• Updates on Gateway Park and Arena Square from Karl Dubay

The committee approved the minutes from the June 13, 2025 meeting with a 9‑0‑1 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Approved June 13 minutes (9-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review two ZBA cases regarding new home construction in the Watershed Protection Overlay District. The body will also discuss updates for several town properties, including Golden Meadow and Campbell Farm.

• Case 28-2025: Proposal to raze a seasonal building and build a year-round home at 27 North Shore Rd
• Case 29-2025: Proposal for a 4-bedroom home and 3-stall garage at 203 Range Rd
• Golden Meadow: Discussion of electric bike issues, new bridges, and cleanup day
• Campbell Farm: Updates on mowing and hay raking
• Commission elections

The commission re‑elected Michael Specian as Chair, Wayne Morris as Vice Chair, and Kara Feldberg as Secretary, each vote unanimous with the nominee abstaining. It approved a $953 contract to purchase about 1,500 trail blazes from Vose Signs (5‑0) and decided to install signage to regulate electric‑bike use at Golden Meadow. The board also chose a chain‑with‑pad‑lock fence solution for Campbell Farm, approved the June 12 minutes (4‑0‑1), and adjourned at 8:27 PM.

• Re‑elected Michael Specian as Chair (unanimous, Specian abstained)
• Re‑elected Wayne Morris as Vice Chair (unanimous, Morris abstained)
• Re‑elected Kara Feldberg as Secretary (unanimous, Feldberg abstained)
• Approved $953 purchase of trail blazes from Vose Signs (5‑0)
• Decided to add signage for electric‑bike regulations at Golden Meadow
• Approved chain with pad lock for Campbell Farm fence access
• Approved minutes of 6/12/25 (4‑0‑1)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:27 PM (5‑0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District and Heritage Commission will meet to discuss demolition delay requests for three specific properties. The body will review these requests during the public meeting.

• Demolition delay request for 8 Ministerial Road
• Demolition delay request for 1 Grove Street
• Demolition delay request for 27 North Shore

Museum Trustees

The Museum Trustees will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive an update on potential visit dates for third grade students. The session includes a workshop to audit existing CatalogIt entries.

• Update on potential visit dates for the Third Grade
• Workshop: Audit of existing CatalogIt entries
• Open House scheduled for August 3rd from 2:00 to 4:00

The board approved the minutes from the June 11 meeting with a 4‑0‑1 vote. Ms. Snow was seated as a regular trustee, replacing Carol Pynn. No other actions were decided; Ms. Farmer is still awaiting a response about potential third‑grade visit dates.

• Approved June 11 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Ms. Snow seated as regular trustee (replacing Carol Pynn)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a workshop to discuss potential priorities for the 2026 ballot. The meeting focuses on identifying key regulatory and zoning issues for future consideration.

• Discussion on removing Commercial Use Zoning
• Discussion on Short Term Rentals
• Discussion on Market Square Overlay District
• Discussion on Growth Management Ordinance
• Discussion on Landscape Requirements

The board voted unanimously to appoint Mr. Derek Monson as the Planning Board’s representative on the Conservation Commission. The motion was made by Vice Chair Tom Earley, seconded by Matt Rounds, and passed 7‑0. No other substantive actions were approved; items such as short‑term rentals, soils subcommittee, and ordinance drafts were discussed but not decided. The meeting was adjourned at 8:24 p.m. with a 7‑0 vote.

• Appointed Derek Monson as Planning Board representative to Conservation Commission (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:24 p.m. (7‑0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider several requests for relief from zoning ordinances to allow year-round dwellings on non-conforming lots. The board will also address a case remanded by the New Hampshire Housing Appeals Board regarding a motel conversion.

• Request for rehearing for 43 Rockingham Rd and 36 Roulston Rd to change the use of a 58-unit motel
• Request to replace a seasonal cottage with a year-round dwelling at 18 Ministerial Rd
• Request to construct a year-round dwelling and garage at 2 Willow Rd
• Request for a lot line adjustment at 30 and 28 Gov Dinsmore Rd
• Request for rehearing for a year-round dwelling at 14 Second St

The Windham Zoning Board did not rule on any variance requests. It voted unanimously to postpone Case #27-2024 (vacated and remanded) to July 15, 2025, and to postpone Case #23-2025 to July 22, 2025. No public comments were received.

• Continue Case #27-2024 (vacated & remanded) to July 15, 2025 – vote 5-0
• Continue Case #23-2025 to July 22, 2025 – vote 5-0

Cemetery Trustees

The trustees unanimously approved a contract with Arco Excavators for cement bases at $200 per square foot. They also voted to make Barbara Coish the new chair, with a 2‑0‑1 vote. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved contract with Arco Excavators for cement bases at $200/sq ft (3‑0)
• Appointed Barbara Coish as chair (2‑0‑1, 1 abstention)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will discuss a revised town land property lease with Simon Beylin. Members will also review building plans and specifications for a proposed 48-unit building with Mr. Beylin and his architect.

• Review of Town Land Property Lease revision with Simon Beylin
• Review of building plans and specifications for a 48-unit building

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee will discuss a Conceptual Site Plan Application for the Gateway Master Plan Project. The proposal includes potential health, wellness, assisted living, and mixed uses.

• Case # 2025-15: Conceptual Site Plan Application for 2 Sharma Way (Parcel 18-L-300)
• Discussion of potential health/wellness and assisted living uses
• Discussion of Convenient MD building and other mixed uses

The Design Review Committee examined Case #2025-15 for 2 Sharma Way, hearing the applicant’s proposal for mixed‑use development, including assisted‑living units, a medical office, and tiny homes. Members discussed roadway width, fire‑apparatus access, water supply, and potential variances, and expressed general support, but no vote or formal approval/denial was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 2:15 PM.

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will consider various tax abatement, religious, charitable, and educational exemption requests. The meeting includes a continued public hearing on amendments to the Appointment Policy and interviews for committee applicants.

• Tax exemption requests for multiple parcels including Map/Lot 7A/698, 21D/150, and 12A/500
• Public hearing on Appointment Policy amendments
• Tokanel Tennis Court Repair Project
• Town Facility Electricity Purchasing
• Interviews for Conservation Commission and Forestry Committee

The Select Board approved a $35,800 full fence replacement at the Tokanel Tennis Court (4-0). It also adopted an updated Appointment Policy, approved a boat ramp key for Nault’s, denied an abatement request, and granted several religious, charitable, and educational tax exemptions. One partial religious exemption motion failed to pass.

• Approved full fence replacement at Tokanel Tennis Court (vote 4-0)
• Approved updated Appointment Policy effective immediately (vote 4-0)
• Approved Nault’s request for a Boat Ramp Key (vote 4-0)
• Denied abatement request for Map 7 Lot A-698 (vote 4-0)
• Granted religious tax exemption for Map 21 Lot D-150 (vote 3-1)
• Granted religious tax exemptions for Map 13 Lot A-300 & Map 12 Lot A-501 (vote 4-0)
• Granted charitable tax exemption for Map 12 Lot A-500 (vote 4-0)
• Partial religious exemption for Crossing Life Church failed (vote 2-2)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss four Zoning Board of Adjustment cases regarding residential construction and lot adjustments. The body will also review maintenance updates for several town conservation sites including Golden Meadow and Campbell Farm.

• Case 23-2025: Request to replace a dwelling at 18 Ministerial Rd within yard setbacks
• Case 24-2025: Request for new home, garage, and septic at 2 Willow Rd
• Case 25-2025: Request for lot line adjustment at Governor Dinsmore Rd Lots 7-B 5 & 6
• Case 26-2025: Request for two-lot subdivision at 150 Range Rd
• Maintenance updates for Golden Meadow, Fessenden Dam, Campbell Farm, and Rt 28 Town Forest

The Conservation Commission voted 5‑0 to let Life Scout Jackson Rogers proceed with installing seven trail signs in the Deer Leap Conservation area. The Commission also approved a supportive letter to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a two‑lot subdivision at 150 Range Rd (vote 4‑0‑1, one abstention). An invoice for $375 to Dennis Proulx for bridge work in Golden Meadow was approved by a 5‑0 vote, and the review of the June 12 minutes was postponed to July 10.

• Approve Life Scout Jackson Rogers signage project for Deer Leap (5-0)
• Approve letter to ZBA supporting Dubay subdivision at 150 Range Rd (4-0-1, 1 abstention)
• Approve $375 invoice to Dennis Proulx for Golden Meadow bridge work (5-0)
• Postpone review of June 12 minutes to July 10 (no vote recorded)
• Adjourn meeting at 8:05 PM (5-0)
• Resume session for invoice review at 8:06 PM (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting again at 8:14 PM (5-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District and Heritage Commissions will meet to discuss preservation requests and site reviews. The body will address a demolition delay for a specific property and review zoning opportunities.

• Demolition delay request for 8 Ministerial Road
• Fessenden Mill site walk review
• London Bridge Causeway sign
• Town Pound signs
• Review of zoning opportunities

Local Energy Committee

The Windham Local Energy Committee voted 5‑0 to recommend that the town accept a 36‑month DASI‑Fixed rate of $0.1056/kWh from Constellation Energy. It also recommended removing the Nesmith Library from that contract and enrolling it with Eversource as its default supplier. The committee approved the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved recommendation to accept 36‑month DASI‑Fixed rate $0.1056/kWh (5‑0)
• Approved recommendation to switch Nesmith Library to Eversource (5‑0)
• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear two continued cases regarding requests for relief from zoning ordinances. These include a request to build a year-round home on a non-conforming lot and a request for a taller front yard fence.

• Case 18-2025: Request to build a two-bedroom single-family dwelling at 14 Second St on a 4,000 sq ft lot
• Case 20-2025: Request for a 6ft fence in the front yard at 5 Silver Rd

The board approved a variance allowing the construction of a new two‑bedroom single‑family dwelling on 14 Second St, conditioned on no additional water flowing onto B Street (vote 5‑0). It also approved the findings of fact for that case (5‑0). The board granted a fence variance for 5 Silver Rd, permitting a 6‑ft front fence near a paper road (5‑0) and approved its findings of fact (5‑0). The board adopted the April 22 and June 10 draft minutes and adjourned the meeting (all votes 5‑0).

• Granted relief for Case 18-2025 to permit new two‑bedroom SFD with condition no additional water onto B Street (vote 5‑0)
• Approved findings of fact for Case 18-2025 (vote 5‑0)
• Approved plan for Case 20-2025 allowing 6‑ft front fence near paper road (vote 5‑0)
• Approved findings of fact for Case 20-2025 (vote 5‑0)
• Approved April 22 draft minutes (vote 5‑0)
• Approved June 10 draft minutes (vote 5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:07 pm (vote 5‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review two new land development applications. These include a request for a special permit for a residential pool and a complex site plan for commercial properties and a town park.

• Case # 2025-12: Special permit for a 26 x 15 above ground pool at 7 Meadow Road
• Case # 2025-14: Final Major Site Plan and Final Subdivision for 31, 39 & 47 Enterprise Drive
• Case # 2025-14: Proposal for a lot line adjustment and lot merger to gift land to the Town for a park

The Board approved a WWPD special permit for a pool at 7 Meadow Road with a condition to add Section 601.4.8.1 within 30 days (vote 7-0). It also approved the WWPD special permit, a driveway‑width waiver, the WPOD Site/Subdivision plan, the Final Subdivision Plan, and the Final Major Site Plan for the Enterprise Drive development (all votes 6-0). The April 2, May 7, and May 21 minutes were approved (vote 6-0-1). All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved WWPD special permit for 7 Meadow Road with condition (7-0)
• Approved WWPD special permit for 31, 39 & 47 Enterprise Drive (6-0)
• Approved waiver to allow 18‑ft driveway width (6-0)
• Approved WPOD Site/Subdivision plan for Enterprise Drive (6-0)
• Approved Final Subdivision Plan for Enterprise Drive (6-0)
• Approved Final Major Site Plan for Enterprise Drive (6-0)
• Approved April 2, May 7, May 21 minutes (6-0-1)

Highway Safety Committee

The committee approved the proposed address changes for 43, 43A, and 43B Woodvue Road, with the motion passing unanimously. The committee decided not to recommend installing speed bumps on Balmorra Road, noting concerns for road maintenance and emergency response. No other actions were taken before adjournment.

• Approved address changes for Woodvue Road properties (unanimous)
• Did not recommend speed bumps on Balmorra Road

Searles Trustees

The trustees accepted the May 20 minutes (7‑0) and kept the current officers unchanged (7‑0). They voted to recommend that the Board of Selectmen award the repaving project to J&R Masonry and to request a waiver of the bid process. The board also set painting to start July 28, scheduled open house events for September 7 and 13, and approved a $500 Baker Grant for garden upgrades.

• Accepted May 20, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Officers remain the same: Peter Griffin (Chair), Lisa Thornton (Vice Chair), Michael Mazalewski (Secretary) (7-0)
• Recommended awarding repaving project to J&R Masonry (7-0)
• Planned painting start for July 28 after contractor request
• Scheduled Open House events for September 7 and September 13
• Approved $500 Arthur Baker Community Investment Fund grant for garden upgrade
• Peter to request BOS to waive bid process and accept matching grant
• Ross to explore possibility of a coordinator stipend from the revenue fund

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings regarding the Community Development Department fee schedule and amendments to the Appointment Policy. The board will also interview applicants for three town committees and discuss IT software changes.

• Public hearing on Community Development Department Fee Schedule adjustments
• Public hearing on amendments to the Appointment Policy
• Request to issue Request for Proposals for Assessing Services
• Request to schedule public hearing on Proposed Change to Fertilizer Ordinance
• IT update and software discussion with Rockport Technologies

The Select Board entered a nonpublic session and later returned to public session. It voted 3‑1 to deny police union grievance 25‑03, finding no violation of the collective bargaining agreement. It approved a unanimous motion to refer proposed fertilizer‑ordinance changes to a public hearing. The Board also approved, by consensus, a warrant for civil forfeiture of unregistered dog licenses.

• Entered nonpublic session (vote 4‑0)
• Denied police union grievance 25‑03 (vote 3‑1)
• Returned to public session (vote 4‑0)
• Moved fertilizer‑ordinance changes to public hearing (vote 4‑0)
• Approved dog‑license forfeiture warrant (consensus)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive an economic development update from Director Alex Mello. Members will also review a May 19 Board of Selectmen presentation regarding 2025 goals.

• Economic Development Update from Director Alex Mello
• Review of May 19 BOS presentation on 2025 Goals
• Liaison reports from BOS, PB, and SNHC

The Economic Development Committee approved the May 9, 2025 minutes as presented, with a 9‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously, also by a 9‑0‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were decided at this session.

• Approved May 9, 2025 minutes (9-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss summer goals and maintenance updates for several town sites. The body will review status reports on mowing, trails, and signage across multiple conservation areas.

• Golden Meadow: mowing, bees, trail maintenance, and parking update
• Fessenden Dam: wood chips and HDC site walk
• Campbell Farm: mowing, fence, and hay rake updates
• Trail maintenance updates for Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond and Rt 28 Town Forest
• Signing update for Fosters Pond

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss summer goals and maintenance updates for several town sites. The body will review status updates for trails, mowing, and signage across multiple conservation areas.

• Golden Meadow: mowing, bees, trail maintenance, and parking update
• Fessenden Dam: wood chips and HDC site walk
• Campbell Farm: mowing, fence, and hay rake updates
• Trail maintenance updates for Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond and Rt 28 Town Forest
• Fosters Pond signing update

The commission approved a $1,575 contract with the Southeast Land Trust for yearly monitoring of four conservation properties. It also renamed the Center School to Clyde Pond trail as the Wayne Morris Trail, with a 6‑0‑1 vote. Additional actions included authorizing $150 for fence material, approving mowing contracts for Fieldworks of NH, and adopting a $25 donation in Nancy Johnson’s name.

• Renamed Center School to Clyde Pond trail as the Wayne Morris Trail (6-0-1)
• Approved $1,575 contract with Southeast Land Trust for property monitoring (5-0)
• Approved up to $150 purchase of four split‑rail fence pieces (5-0)
• Authorized Fieldworks of NH to continue mowing Clyde Pond and Campbell areas (5-0)
• Authorized Fieldworks of NH to mow Campbell Farm perimeter to create dry path (5-0)
• Approved $25 donation in Nancy Johnson’s name (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 5/8/25 as amended (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 5/22/25 as amended (5-0)

Museum Trustees

The Museum Trustees will discuss the Strawberry Festival and the scheduling of an Open House. The meeting includes a workshop focused on artifact numbering and data entry using CatalogIt.

• Proposed Open House date change to August 3rd from 2:00 to 4:00
• Review of artifact numbering issues in CatalogIt
• Planning for student volunteer projects including label making and scanning postcard enlargements
• Discussion of adding artifacts to a new display case

The trustees accepted the May 14 minutes (4‑0). They agreed to move the August open house to Sunday, August 3, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and to cancel the scheduled August 13 meeting. A manual check of accession forms will be done, starting with the Campbell and Harris collections. The board adjourned (4‑0).

• Accepted May 14 minutes (4‑0)
• Moved August open house to Sunday, Aug 3, 2‑4 PM (agreed)
• Cancelled August 13 meeting (agreed)
• Will conduct manual check of accession forms, starting with Campbell and Harris collections (agreed)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Beautification Sub-Committees

The Town Common Beautification Committee moved to adjourn at 1:55 pm. The motion was seconded by Peter Griffin and passed unanimously. No other actions were formally approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review requests for relief from zoning ordinances regarding property improvements. The board is also hearing an administrative appeal concerning a proposed 2025 Zoning Amendment.

• Request for 6ft fence and placement within five feet of a paper road at 5 Silver Rd
• Request to place a 7ft x 7ft Soake Pool 6.9ft from the side yard line at 20 Turtle Rock Rd
• Administrative Appeal regarding grandfathering against a 2025 Zoning Amendment for 102 Indian Rock Rd & 82 Range Rd

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a 7‑ft by 7‑ft soak pool at 20 Turtle Rock Rd with a 5‑0 vote. It also voted to reopen the fence variance case (20‑2025) for additional public testimony and schedule it for June 24 at 7 pm, also 5‑0. Several administrative items, including approval of May meeting minutes and adjournment, were adopted unanimously.

• Approved pool variance for 20 Turtle Rock Rd (5-0)
• Postponed fence case 20-2025 to June 24, 7 pm for public testimony (5-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of case 10-2025 (5-0)
• Approved May 13, 2025 draft minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 27, 2025 draft minutes (5-0)
• Approved findings of fact for pool case 21-2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:09 pm (5-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District and Heritage Commissions will meet to discuss an Eagle Scout project and a site walk for Fessenden Mill. The body will also receive updates on Town Hall and the USA 250th anniversary.

• Eagle Scout Jackson Calderara project for Fessenden Mill
• Scheduling of Fessenden Mill Site Walk
• Use of marble from town hall foundation
• Town Pound signs
• London Bridge Causeway sign

The Heritage Commission approved the minutes from the May 6 meeting by a 2‑0 vote, with two members abstaining. The commission voted to change the next meeting date from July 3 to June 26. The board adjourned the June 5 meeting at 7:58 PM by a 4‑0 vote. A sitewalk of the Fessenden Mill historic site was scheduled for June 9 at 5 PM.

• Accepted May 6 minutes (2‑0 vote, 2 abstentions)
• Moved next meeting date from July 3 to June 26
• Adjourned meeting at 7:58 PM (4‑0 vote)
• Scheduled Fessenden Mill sitewalk for June 9 at 5 PM

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a preliminary site plan for a large commercial marketplace and review several smaller property requests. These include a site plan revision for a restaurant and permits for a residential pool and home business.

• Case # 2025-11: Preliminary Site Plan for a 142K SF mixed-use retail/commercial development at 102 Indian Rock Road & 82 Range Road
• Case # 2024-23: Requested site plan changes for 1-7 Indian Rock Road to eliminate retail space and expand a basement
• Case # 2025-12: Special Permit for an above-ground pool at 7 Meadow Road
• Case # 2025-13: Conditional Use Permit for clothing alterations home occupation at 101 N Lowell Road

The Planning Board approved a conditional use permit for 101 N Lowell Road and approved revisions to the site plan for 1‑7 Indian Rock Road, both by unanimous votes. The Board also voted to postpone the pool permit case to June 18 and to keep the 2025‑11 preliminary plan closed. Minutes from April meetings were approved and the board adjourned at 8:05 pm.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 101 N Lowell Rd (7-0)
• Approved site‑plan changes for 1‑7 Indian Rock Rd (7-0)
• Moved Case #2025-12 (pool permit) to June 18 (7-0)
• Declined to open Case #2025-11 (preliminary plan) (6-1)
• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (5-0-2)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:05 pm (7-0)
• Motion to ask legal counsel about protected communications failed (2-4-1)

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of a Right to Know Request Policy. The meeting includes reviews of appointment policies and town-owned property lists. The board will also consider adjustments to the Community Development Director fee schedule.

• Public hearing on Right to Know Request Policy
• Adjustment to the CDD Fee Schedule
• Review of Amendments to Appointment Policy
• Review of Town Owned Property List
• Acceptance of donations for Recreation

The Select Board entered a nonpublic session, then approved a conditional offer of employment for Jared Privitera as a full‑time police officer. The Board also approved a Right to Know Request Policy amendment, accepted several community donations, and appointed members to the Cable Advisory Board. A public hearing for two items was scheduled by consensus.

• Entered nonpublic session under RSA 91‑A (vote 5‑0)
• Extended conditional offer to Jared Privitera as full‑time police officer (vote 5‑0)
• Sealed nonpublic meeting minutes related to hiring (vote 5‑0)
• Returned to public session at 7:00 p.m. (vote 5‑0)
• Accepted donations: $273.94 DiPietro Real Estate, $2,000 Cyr Lumber, $1,742 Reyes Home Team LLC, $1,500 Hubert Lukomski, $300 Women’s Service Club (vote 5‑0)
• Approved Right to Know Request Policy as amended (vote 4‑1)
• Appointed Cable Advisory Board members Robert Coole, Barbara Coish (alternate), Barry Gadbois (all three‑year terms) (vote 5‑0)
• Agreed to schedule a public hearing for two items (consensus)

Select Board

The Windham Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss a request from General Services Director Dennis Senibaldi. The board will consider a waiver of the bid process and the award of a contract for tree removal.

• Request for a Waiver of the Bid Process and Award of Contract for Tree Removal

The Select Board voted 5-0 to waive the competitive bid process for tree removal. It then authorized the General Services Director to hire Accurate Tree Service to perform the work for up to $23,400. The meeting was adjourned by a 5-0 vote.

• Waived bid process for tree removal (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Accurate Tree Service up to $23,400 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider four new applications for zoning relief regarding home additions, signage, a new dwelling, and a pool. The board will also address an administrative appeal and a request for rehearing concerning properties on Indian Rock Road and Range Road.

• 34 Doiron Rd: Request for garage addition 5 ft from front/side lines and 32 ft from Shadow Lake
• 101 No Lowell Rd: Request for a 16 sq ft permanent home occupation sign
• 14 Second St: Request to build a two-bedroom single-family dwelling on a 4,000 sq ft lot
• 7 Meadow Rd: Request for a 26 x 15 above ground pool 22 ft from a stream's high-water mark
• 102 Indian Rock Rd & 82 Range Rd: Administrative appeal and request for rehearing by Arena Square, LLC

The Zoning Board denied the garage variance request for 34 Doiron Rd (Case 16‑2025) with a 5‑0 vote. It approved a sign variance for a home‑occupation at 101 No Lowell Rd (Case 17‑2025) also by a 5‑0 vote. The board voted 5‑0 to continue the case for 14 Second St (Case 18‑2025) to June 24, 2025. No decision was recorded for the pool request at 7 Meadow Rd.

• Denied garage variance for 34 Doiron Rd (Case 16‑2025) – vote 5‑0
• Approved findings of fact for Case 16‑2025 – vote 5‑0
• Granted sign variance up to 4 sq ft for 101 No Lowell Rd (Case 17‑2025) – vote 5‑0
• Approved findings of fact for Case 17‑2025 – vote 5‑0
• Continued case for 14 Second St (Case 18‑2025) to June 24, 2025 – vote 5‑0

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss three Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) cases involving setbacks and wetland buffers. The body will also review updates on town forests, ponds, and local infrastructure projects.

• Case 16-2025: Garage addition at 34 Dorion Rd
• Case 18-2025: New single-family dwelling at 14 Second St
• Case 19-2025: Above ground pool at 7 Meadow Rd
• Fessenden Dam knotweed issue and Golden Meadow bridge update
• Rt 28 Town Forest camping request

The Conservation Commission approved a $361 reimbursement to Mark Wimmer for bridge construction materials. It also approved quotes for poison ivy ($285) and Japanese knotweed ($495) treatments at Fessenden Dam, each passing 5-0. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 9:26 PM.

• Reimburse Mark Wimmer $361.00 for bridge materials (5-0)
• Accept $285.00 quote for poison ivy treatment at Fessenden Dam (5-0)
• Accept $495.00 quote for Japanese knotweed treatment at Fessenden Dam (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting at 9:26 PM (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a preliminary site plan and subdivision for properties on Enterprise Drive involving a land gift to the town for a park. The board will also reconsider a driveway condition for a property on W Shore Rd. One subdivision case for Gov Dinsmore Road has been withdrawn.

• Case # 2025-10: Preliminary Site Plan for 31, 39 & 47 Enterprise Drive for a park and accessory structure
• Case # 2025-05: Reconsideration of porous driveway requirement for 62 W Shore Rd
• Case # 2024-33: Withdrawn application for minor subdivision at 28 & 30 Gov Dinsmore Road

The Board opened Case #2025-05 for 62 W Shore Rd and voted 7‑0 to consider it. A motion to delete condition number 5 for the driveway requirement was approved by a 5‑2 vote. The Board also opened and later closed the preliminary hearing for Case #2025-10, and directed staff to have the town engineer review the project. Additionally, the Board accepted the withdrawal of Case #2024-23 with a 6‑0‑1 vote.

• Opened Case #2025-05 (62 W Shore Rd) – vote 7-0
• Removed condition #5 for Case #2025-05 – vote 5-2
• Opened preliminary site plan for Case #2025-10 – vote 7-0
• Directed staff to prioritize town engineer review of Case #2025-10 – vote 6-0
• Closed preliminary hearing for Case #2025-10 – vote 6-0
• Accepted withdrawal of Case #2024-23 – vote 6-0-1

Searles Trustees

The board accepted the April 15 minutes (7‑0). It approved an Open House on September 7, upgraded exterior sign lighting for $1,128, and purchased front‑step planters using donation funds plus the revenue fund (all 7‑0). The trustees also voted to raise the coordinator’s salary to $200 per week, effective retroactively to January 1, 2025 (7‑0).

• Accepted April 15, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved Open House on 9/7 (7‑0)
• Approved $1,128 sign‑lighting upgrade from revenue fund (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of front‑step planters using donation and revenue funds (7‑0)
• Approved coordinator pay rate increase to $200/week retroactive to 1/1/2025 (7‑0)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee will review a preliminary site plan and subdivision application for parcels at 31, 39, and 47 Enterprise Drive. The proposal includes a lot line adjustment, lot merger, and gifting land to the town for park construction, along with an accessory structure and site improvements.

• Case #2025-10: Preliminary Site Plan and Design Review Subdivision for 31, 39 & 47 Enterprise Drive
• Lot line adjustment and merger of parcels 11-C-100, 11-C-125, and 11-C-150
• Gift of parcel 11-C-150 to the town for park construction
• Construction of an accessory structure on merged parcel 11-C-100/11-C-125
• Applicant: Karl Dubay, The Dubay Group, Inc., representing AJ Letizio Professional Center, LLC and the Town of Windham

The committee reviewed the preliminary site plan and design review subdivision application for Indian Rock Park and an accessory barn on Enterprise Drive. Members asked about landscaping, lighting, maintenance responsibility, barn color, and visibility from Route 111. The committee voted to move the project forward, with the motion passing 3-0.

• Motion to move project forward approved (3-0)

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will consider awarding contracts for 2025 paving and the Town Hall project. The meeting includes reviews of property tax abatement requests and a request to waive the bid process for tree removal on New Rd, Moore Rd, and behind the Bartley House.

• Award of Contract – 2025 Paving
• Award of Contract – Town Hall Project
• Request for Waiver of Bid Process for tree removal on New Rd, Moore Rd, and behind the Bartley House
• Property tax abatement requests for 7A/726, 13A/360, and 11C/701
• Review of Amendments to Appointments Policy

The Select Board approved a property tax assessment for AFS Realty and granted three abatements totaling $283,700. It also approved the Searles School grill request and awarded the 2025 road paving contract to R&D Paving for $971,350, as well as the Town Hall construction and painting contracts. The tree‑removal bid waiver was tabled until May 27. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved property tax assessment for AFS Realty, 1 Industrial Drive (4‑0)
• Granted $28,400 abatement for Map 7 Lot A‑726 (4‑0)
• Granted $17,000 abatement for Map 13 Lot A‑360 (4‑0)
• Granted $238,300 abatement for Map 11 Lot C‑701 (4‑0)
• Approved Searles School grill use request (4‑0)
• Awarded 2025 road paving contract to R&D Paving for $971,350 (4‑0)
• Awarded Town Hall construction to Palmer Innovative ($181,795.17) and painting to Bill Johnson Painting ($22,750) (4‑0)
• Tabled tree‑removal bid waiver request until May 27 (4‑0)

Museum Trustees

The Museum Trustees are meeting to manage artifact cataloging and display updates. The body will discuss planning for an Open House and America's 250th anniversary. They will also review high school volunteer availability for the summer.

• Planning for America's 250th
• Open House planning
• Purchase of a Lucite table display case from Amazon
• Artifact numbering and location updates in CatalogIt
• Scanning of Dennis Root's post card enlargements

The board approved the February 12 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. They scheduled a data‑integrity workshop for June 11 and set the next open house for Saturday, August 2 from 2 PM to 4 PM. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved February 12 minutes (4-0)
• Scheduled data‑integrity workshop for June 11
• Set open house for Aug 2, 2‑4 PM
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear a request for multiple zoning variances to construct an accessory building and drainage improvements on Enterprise Drive. The board will also consider two requests for rehearing on previous decisions regarding properties at 5 Ridgemont Rd and 88 Range Rd.

• Case 15-2025: AJ Letizio Professional Center, LLC seeks relief from zoning ordinance sections for an accessory building, vegetative buffer (22 ft vs. required 50 ft), impervious area (43% vs. max 30%), and wetland buffer (8 ft vs. required 100 ft) at 39 and 47 Enterprise Drive.
• Request for Rehearing 09-2025: Lorene M. Hannon seeks rehearing after an Administrative Appeal denial on March 25, 2025, for parcel at 5 Ridgemont Rd (Rural District).
• Request for Rehearing 02-2025: Scott E. Hogan seeks rehearing after a prior rehearing denial on April 8, 2025, citing changed basis for aggrievement, for parcel at 88 Range Rd (Gateway Commercial District).

The Board voted 5‑0 to grant the variance criteria for Case 15‑2025, allowing the accessory building, lot merge, and drainage improvements at 39 and 47 Enterprise Drive. The motion was made by Vice Chair Scholz, seconded by Ms. Skinner, and the Chair announced a 30‑day appeal period. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Granted variances for Case 15‑2025 (accessory building, lot merge, drainage improvements) (5‑0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will discuss and review the third revision of the Town Land Property Lease with DTC Law Attorney Maher. Members have copies of the revision. The board will also confirm a date for the next meeting with the project contractor.

• Discussion & review of 3rd revision of Town Land Property Lease with DTC Law Atty. Maher
• Confirming next meeting date with Project Contractor

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will discuss potential support for Windham Restaurant Employees and review its 2025 goals ahead of a presentation to the Board of Selectmen. The meeting also includes an economic development update from Director Alex Mello and liaison reports from the Board of Selectmen, Planning Board, and Southern New Hampshire Coalition.

• Potential support for Windham Restaurant Employees (discussion only, no dollar amount)
• Review of WEDC Goals 2025 for presentation to BOS on May 19
• Economic Development Update from Director Alex Mello
• Liaison reports from BOS, PB, and SNHC
• Appointment of alternates for absent members

The committee appointed Mike Oldenburg as a full member to fill a vacant seat. The minutes from the April 11, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously (10‑0‑0). The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Appointed Mike Oldenburg as full member (vacant seat)
• Approved April 11, 2025 minutes (10-0-0)
• Scheduled WEDC Goals presentation to BOS for May 19
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review two ZBA cases: a request for multiple variances at 39 and 47 Enterprise Drive to construct an accessory building, including relief from wetland buffer and impervious coverage limits, and a request at 34 Dorion Road to add a garage impacting protected shoreland. The commission will also hear an Eagle Scout presentation, discuss several property updates (Golden Meadow bridge, Clyde pond tree removal, Campbell Farm, Deer Leap climbing, Fosters Pond, Rt 28 Town Forest trail cleanup), and consider trail committee updates on Ashton Park.

• Case 15-2025: variances for accessory building at 39/47 Enterprise Dr (wetland buffer 8 ft vs 100 ft required, impervious 43% vs 30% max)
• Case 16-2025: garage addition at 34 Dorion Rd impacting 1,270 sq ft of protected shoreland
• Eagle Scout presentation
• Golden Meadow bridge and dam site walk overview
• Ashton Park update from Trails Committee

The Conservation Commission voted 5‑0 to approve Jackson Calderara’s Eagle Scout kiosk project at the Fessenden Mill Dam site. It also approved a $5,000 invoice to Hovling’s Outdoor Services for clearing overgrowth at the same site (5‑0). The commission entered and later exited a non‑public session on land acquisition by unanimous roll‑call vote, and then adjourned the meeting (5‑0). No final actions were taken on the zoning variance applications discussed.

• Approved Eagle Scout kiosk project at Fessenden Mill Dam (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 invoice to Hovling’s Outdoor Services for clearing overgrowth (5-0)
• Entered non-public session on land acquisition (unanimous aye vote)
• Exited non-public session (unanimous aye vote)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a court-reversed denial for a 14-lot subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road. They will also review a new preliminary site plan for a 125,000-square-foot sports dome at 39 Roulston Road and a special permit to replace a home at 1 Grove Street. Additionally, the board will consider waivers of timeline conditions for previously approved projects at three other sites.

• Court-ordered public hearing on Final Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit for 14 single-family lots on 41.63 acres at 33 London Bridge Road (Case #2023-24)
• New WWPD Special Permit to raze existing home and build new single-family home and garage at 1 Grove Street (Case #2025-08)
• Preliminary Site Plan for a 125,000 sq ft, ~80 ft tall sports dome at 39 Roulston Road, with a waiver request (Case #2025-09)
• Waiver request for timeline conditions on 45 townhouse units at 11 Indian Rock Road (Case #2023-37)
• Waiver requests for timeline conditions on a 68,000 SF office/showroom building at 82 Range Road/102 Indian Rock Road and a parking lot at 2 Rockingham Road (Cases #2024-02, #2024-06)

The Planning Board appointed Mr. Balestrieri and Mr. Rounds as its representatives to the Capital Improvement Program with a 6‑0‑1 vote. Members voted 7‑0 to open Case #2023‑24 (Final Subdivision and WWPD Special Permit) for a public hearing. The Board denied the final subdivision application and special permit, citing concerns about the vernal pool and road length.

• Appointed Mr. Balestrieri and Mr. Rounds as Planning Board reps to CIP (vote 6-0-1)
• Opened Case #2023-24 for public hearing (vote 7-0)
• Denied Final Subdivision application and WWPD Special Permit (no vote recorded)

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The trustees notarized signatures on two TD forms and will send them to Tracey Whipple for account authorization. They voted unanimously to contact town attorney Bernie Campbell for guidance on the stock certificates. Dave Martsolf agreed to review old minutes for documentation on the stock donations. The meeting was then adjourned by vote.

• Notarized signatures on Governmental Entity Certificate of Resolution and Government Banking Account Maintenance (action taken)
• Unanimously voted to contact legal counsel Bernie Campbell regarding stock certificates
• Dave Martsolf volunteered to review old minutes for stock donation documentation
• Voted to adjourn the meeting

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District and Heritage Commission will meet to discuss property alterations and town projects. The body will review a demolition request and an addition request on Range Road, as well as matters regarding Enterprise Drive and Indian Rock.

• Demolition: 150 Range Road Parcel (21-K-100)
• Addition: 174 Range Rd Parcel (21-H-20)
• Enterprise Drive / Indian Rock (11-C-150)
• Endowment donation to the town hall restoration
• 250th Anniversary

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will consider a request for relief from sewage regulations for a septic system replacement at 19 Rocky Ridge Road. The meeting also includes updates on MS 4 and PFAS capping, and a review of first quarter expenditures and revenue.

• Septic system relief request for 19 Rocky Ridge Road regarding well setbacks
• Authorization for request for qualifications for an MS 4 consultant
• Trash trailer award from General Services Director
• PFAS Cap update from Wilcox & Barton, Inc.
• 1st quarter expenditure and revenue report

The Select Board approved a conditional offer to hire Christopher London as a full‑time police officer, starting July 14, 2025, with a salary of $33.8134 per hour. The Board also approved a waiver for a septic system treatment plan, accepted a $110,000 bid for a new trash‑ejector trailer, and adjourned the Board of Health session. All actions were voted on and passed.

• Enter nonpublic session under RSA 91-A:3 II(b) hiring a public employee – passed 4-0
• Hire Christopher London as full‑time police officer, $33.8134/hr, start July 14, 2025 – passed 4-0
• Approve waiver for active‑treatment septic system – passed 4-1
• Accept transfer trailer bid from Spectrum Manufacturing Inc. up to $110,000 – passed 4-0
• Adjourn Board of Health and reconvene Select Board – passed 5-0
• Recess meeting until 7:00 p.m. – passed unanimously
• Recess to Board of Health – passed 4-0
• Motion to come out of nonpublic session – passed unanimously

Housing Authority

The Windham Housing Authority will discuss and review the first revision of the Town Land Property Lease with DTC Law, with copies already provided to members. The board will also confirm the date of the next meeting.

• Discussion and review of the first revision of the Town Land Property Lease with DTC Law
• Confirming next meeting date

Select Board

The Select Board will consider drafting a letter to the New Hampshire General Court regarding proposed legislation that could affect local zoning authority. The board may vote on whether to send the letter expressing the town's position. Other agenda items are procedural.

• Consideration of letter to NH General Court on zoning legislation and local control

The Select Board voted 4‑1 to approve a letter to the New Hampshire General Court that opposes several proposed zoning‑related bills, adding the phrase “and voters” to the wording. Vice Chair McLeod opposed the motion, while the other members supported it. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved letter to NH General Court opposing zoning bills, amended to add “and voters” (4-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The trustees elected Alberto Chang as chair and Dave Martsolf as vice chair. They voted to hold the next meeting on May 7, 2025 at 10:30 am in Town Hall. A motion to adjourn the session was passed. No disbursements were requested at this meeting.

• Alberto Chang elected chair (unanimous)
• Dave Martsolf elected vice chair (unanimous)
• Trustees voted to hold next meeting on May 7, 2025 at 10:30 am (vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn passed (vote recorded)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The primary item is a proposal by Hanover RS Limited Partnership to construct 350 multi-family units, with 10% designated as workforce housing, at 82 Range Rd and 102 Indian Rock Rd—a use not permitted in the Gateway Commercial District. The board will also consider a request for a 6-7.5 ft. front-yard fence at 1 Romans Rd, where the maximum allowed is 4 ft. Other business includes approving meeting minutes and a possible non-public session.

• Case 14-2025: Variance to allow 350-unit multi-family development (10% workforce housing) at 82 Range Rd & 102 Indian Rock Rd
• Case 13-2025: Variance to allow 6-7.5 ft. front-yard fence at 1 Romans Rd (max 4 ft. in Rural District)
• Review and approval of minutes from February 11, April 1, and April 8, 2025
• Possible non-public session under RSA 91-A

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing a fence up to 6 feet high in the front yard of 1 Romans Rd. The board also approved the findings of fact supporting the variance. Both motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. The chair informed the public of the 30‑day appeal period.

• Approved 6‑ft front‑yard fence variance for 1 Romans Rd (5‑0)
• Approved findings of fact for Case 13‑2025 (5‑0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will discuss and potentially vote on appointing an owner's representative for the town's senior housing project, adopt a Right to Know Request policy, and consider a capital lease award. Other items include requests for a plaque honoring first responders and a Eucharistic procession on the rail trail, as well as selecting union negotiation team representatives and authorizing a legal services contract.

• Consideration of appointing an owner's representative for the senior housing project
• Consideration of adoption of a Right to Know Request policy
• Capital Lease Award (no amount specified)
• Request for plaque honoring Windham’s first responders in Town Hall
• Authorization to sign legal services contract with Beaumont and Campbell

The Select Board voted 5‑0 to approve a three‑year lease for a police cruiser and fire vehicle costing $136,272, and also authorized a five‑year lease for a loader and trash trailer costing $441,563.35. Additional actions included approving an American Legion plaque honoring first responders (5‑0), authorizing the St. Matthew Eucharistic Procession on the Rail Trail for June 22 (4‑1), appointing two negotiation representatives for the firefighters (5‑0), and approving a “No Outlet” sign on Aladdin Road (5‑0). The board also directed the town administrator to keep existing website links with a disclaimer and discussed a draft Right‑to‑Know Request Policy for future consideration.

• Approved three‑year lease for police cruiser and fire vehicle, $136,272 (vote 5‑0)
• Authorized five‑year lease for loader and trash trailer, $441,563.35 (vote 5‑0)
• Approved American Legion plaque honoring first responders (vote 5‑0)
• Approved St. Matthew Eucharistic Procession on Rail Trail June 22, 2‑5 p.m., subject to coordination (vote 4‑1)
• Appointed Mr. Hohenberger and Mr. Breton as negotiation representatives for firefighters (vote 5‑0)
• Approved installation of “No Outlet” sign on Aladdin Road (vote 5‑0)
• Directed retention of existing “Around Windham” website links with added disclaimer (consensus)
• Discussed Right to Know Request Policy; no decision taken, to be revisited at next meeting

Highway Safety Committee

The Highway Safety Committee voted 5‑1 to recommend that the Board of Selectmen approve installing a “No Outlet” sign at the head of Aladdin Road. The committee declined the speed‑bump request for Blossom Road, suggesting instead a traffic‑speed study and possible additional signage. No other actions were taken.

• Recommended BOS approve “No Outlet” sign on Aladdin Road (vote 5‑1)
• Speed‑bump request on Blossom Road not approved; suggested traffic study and possible signage

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will discuss pre-construction details and project planning for an elderly building project. Representatives from Beylin Development and The Dubay Group will be present for the review.

• Review of elderly building project pre-construction details with Simon Beylin (Beylin Development) and Karl Dubay (The Dubay Group)

Beautification Sub-Committees

The committee voted unanimously to relocate three spruce trees on Rte 111. They also agreed to remove a hazardous tree near the Town Common parking lot. Additional actions were assigned, including drawing a white line at the Town Pound and transplanting a lilac tree at the Senior Center when related projects occur.

• Relocate three spruce trees on Rte 111 – approved unanimously
• Remove safety‑issue tree near Town Common parking lot – approved
• Draw a white line at the Town Pound for four town vehicles – approved (task assigned to Dennis)
• Transplant lilac tree in front of Senior Center during ramp project – approved (task assigned to Dennis)
• Motion to adjourn – approved

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Case #2023-24 for a 14-lot conventional subdivision at 33 London Bridge Road, following a court order reversing a prior denial. The board will also consider the applicant's request to extend the decision deadline to May 7, 2025. Additionally, a motion to reconsider a condition in Case #2025-05 regarding driveway materials is on the agenda.

• Case #2023-24: Final subdivision of 41.63 acres into 14 single-family lots with a cul-de-sac on a Class V road
• Hillsborough Superior Court reversed the previous Planning Board denial of the subdivision and WWPD Special Permit
• Applicant requests deadline extension per RSA 676:4(I)(f) to May 7, 2025
• Case #2025-05: Motion to reconsider Condition #5 requiring porous materials for a driveway

The board voted 6-0 to move the deadline for Case #2023-24 (London Bridge Road subdivision) to May 7, 2025. A motion to reconsider Condition #5 regarding porous driveway materials passed 4-2. The meeting was adjourned by a 6-0 vote.

• Extended deadline for Case #2023-24 to May 7, 2025 (6-0)
• Motion to reconsider Condition #5 (porous driveway materials) carried (4-2)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Searles Trustees

The board approved several actions, including a full refund of a $175 deposit, retaining a $350 deposit as credit, and authorizing the purchase of two front‑stair planters for up to $243.60. They also decided not to have a table at the Strawberry Festival, moved furnace‑noise reduction to high priority, and approved a Baker Grant application submission.

• Accepted March 18, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved full refund of $175 deposit (7‑0)
• Approved retaining $350 deposit as credit for future booking (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of two front‑stair planters up to $243.60 (7‑0)
• Decided not to have a table at the Strawberry Festival (consensus, no vote recorded)
• Approved Rich to submit a Baker Grant application (7‑0)
• Moved furnace‑noise reduction to High Priority on the improvement list (consensus, no vote recorded)

Joint Loss Management Committee

The Joint Loss Management Committee voted unanimously to nominate Ryan Pitts as Chair and Dennis Senibaldi as Vice Chair. The committee also agreed to refer the rat problem at the Transfer Station to the Town Administrator for possible extermination. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Ryan Pitts nominated and approved as Chair (unanimous)
• Dennis Senibaldi nominated and approved as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Rat issue at Transfer Station referred to Town Administrator

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will hold its regular monthly meeting to review the minutes from March, receive an economic development update from Director Alex Mello, and discuss the committee's 2025 goals. Liaison reports from the Board of Selectmen, Planning Board, and SNHC will be given, along with subcommittee reports. The meeting is largely procedural with no specific decisions or financial actions listed.

• Economic Development Update from Alex Mello, Director of Community Development
• Review of WEDC Goals 2025
• Liaison reports from BOS, PB, and SNHC
• Subcommittee reports

The Economic Development Committee approved the March 14, 2025 minutes with an 8‑0‑1 vote. The committee noted Mark Samsel’s reappointment as the Board of Selectmen liaison. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 14, 2025 minutes (8-0-1)
• Reappointed Mark Samsel as Board of Selectmen liaison
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is reviewing an application for a 350-unit multi-family development, including 10% workforce housing, in the Gateway Commercial District. The body will also discuss various local pond, bridge, and trail projects.

• Application 14-2024 for 350-unit development at 82 Range Rd & 102 Indian Rock Rd
• Golden Meadow bridge discussion
• Clyde pond/Gage discussion
• Campbell Farm updates
• Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond and Fosters Pond discussions

The Conservation Commission approved up to $100 for landscaping fabric with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It also appointed Mr. McFarland as the liaison to the Forestry Committee, again by a 5‑0 vote. The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 13 and March 27 meetings and then adjourned the session.

• Approved up to $100 for landscaping fabric (5-0)
• Appointed Mr. McFarland as liaison to Forestry Committee (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 03-13-25 as is (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 03-27-25 as is (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss potential priorities for the 2026 ballot, including adding industrial to commercial zones, short-term rentals, soils subcommittee, Market Square Overlay District, an updated resident survey, and reviewing subdivision regulations for hardship. This is a workshop discussion with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Add Industrial to Commercial Zones
• Short Term Rentals discussion
• Market Square Overlay District
• Updated Survey for Residents
• Review Subdivision Regulations - Hardship

The board discussed a range of topics including short‑term rentals, housing bills, zoning changes, the Market Square overlay district, and wetlands regulations, but no formal actions were approved or denied. The only recorded vote was to adjourn the meeting, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider several applications, including a continued request for variances to allow seven single-family cottages and six condo units in two historic buildings at 150 & 152 Range Rd. Also on the agenda are a rehearing request following a variance denial for 88 Range Rd, an administrative appeal regarding grandfathering at 102 Indian Rock Rd & 82 Range Rd, and a new case addressing non-conforming additions at 3 Heron Cove Rd near Cobbetts Pond. The board will also review meeting minutes from March 25, 2025.

• Continued case 64-2024: request for multiple variances to develop seven cottage dwellings and six condo units at 150 & 152 Range Rd
• Request for rehearing on denied variance (02-2025) for 88 Range Rd in Gateway Commercial District
• Administrative appeal (10-2025) concerning grandfathering for 102 Indian Rock Rd & 82 Range Rd against a proposed zoning amendment
• New case 12-2025: relief sought for garage, house addition, and deck substantially completed at 3 Heron Cove Rd, with setbacks from Cobbetts Pond at issue

The Board voted 5‑0 to deny the variance relief requested for parcels 21‑K‑99 and 21‑K‑100 at 150 & 152 Range Rd. It also approved the Board’s findings of fact for that case, continued the administrative appeal for 102 Indian Rock Rd & 82 Range Rd to May 27, 2025, and granted variance relief for the garage and deck addition at 3 Heron Cove Rd with a 5‑0 vote.

• Denied variance relief for Case 64‑2024 (5‑0)
• Approved findings of fact for Case 64‑2024 (5‑0)
• Continued Case 10‑2025 to May 27, 2025 (5‑0)
• Granted variance relief for Case 12‑2025 (5‑0)
• Approved findings of fact for Case 12‑2025 (5‑0)

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will discuss and potentially act on several operational items, including a police department request to waive purchasing policy to buy a new cruiser, a fire department request for extrication equipment, and review of bid specifications for the Town Hall project. Other agenda items include a proclamation on the Armenian Genocide, a driveway permit update, and disposal of decommissioned voting equipment. The meeting also includes non-public sessions for personnel, litigation, and legal advice.

• Proclamation in reference to Armenian Genocide (resident request)
• Request for updated driveway permit at 1&7 Indian Rock
• Town Hall Project – Review of bid specifications
• Police Department request to waive purchasing policy and purchase a cruiser
• Fire Department request to waive purchasing policy and purchase Paratech extrication equipment

The Select Board accepted a proclamation recognizing the Armenian Genocide (5‑0) and authorized the General Services Director to sign a driveway permit (5‑0). It waived the bid process to purchase a police cruiser for $20,000 over three years (4‑1) and to buy fire auto‑extrication equipment up to $14,000 (5‑0). Additional actions included sending a bid invitation for the Town Hall project, disposing of decommissioned Accu‑Vote machines, approving liaison assignments, and empowering the Town Administrator to act on Senate Bill 297.

• Accepted Armenian Genocide proclamation (5‑0)
• Authorized General Services Director to sign driveway permit (5‑0)
• Sent invitation to bid for Town Hall project (5‑0)
• Waived bid process to purchase police cruiser, $20,000 for 3 years (4‑1)
• Waived bid process to purchase fire auto‑extrication equipment up to $14,000 (5‑0)
• Disposed of decommissioned Accu‑Vote equipment (5‑0)
• Approved all liaison assignments (5‑0)
• Allowed Town Administrator to act on Senate Bill 297 matters (4‑0‑1)

Cemetery Trustees

The trustees voted 3‑0 to waive the competitive bid process for groundskeeping services. They then voted 3‑0 to accept Boyden Landscaping’s proposal to provide groundskeeping for the 25‑26, 26‑27, and 27‑28 seasons. No other formal actions were taken.

• Waived bid process for Boyden Landscaping groundskeeping (3-0)
• Approved Boyden Landscaping groundskeeping contract for 25‑26, 26‑27, and 27‑28 seasons (3-0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The commission will meet to elect officers and discuss the 250th Anniversary. The meeting includes updates on the TRC, DRC, beautification, signs, and pocket parks.

• Election of Officers
• 250th Anniversary discussion
• Updates on pocket parks
• Updates on signs
• Updates on beautification

The commission approved purchase of a historic marker for London Bridge Causeway (5‑0). Chair, vice‑chair and secretary were nominated and approved (each 5‑0). The commission also assigned outreach tasks for the 250th celebration, school involvement, archaeological review, and a sign quote.

• Approved purchase of historic site marker for London Bridge Causeway (5‑0)
• Nominated Peter Griffin as chair; approved (5‑0)
• Nominated Renee Mallett as vice‑chair; approved (5‑0)
• Nominated Derek Saffie as secretary; approved (5‑0)
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (5‑0)
• Assigned Ms. Haas, Ms. Merrill, and Ms. Simmons to contact town groups for the 250th celebration
• Assigned Ms. Mallett to contact state archaeological department regarding Indian Rock Park study
• Assigned Mr. Saffie to contact Sewah for a new sign quote

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a customary home occupation offering private swim lessons at 2 Brentwood Road and a final minor subdivision to adjust lot lines at 28 & 30 Gov Dinsmore Road. The board will also consider a request to extend the deadline to complete conditions for a site plan at 5 Enterprise Drive.

• Case #2025-07: Conditional Use Permit for a customary home occupation at 2 Brentwood Road (Parcel 1-B-504) to allow private swim lessons in the family pool.
• Case #2024-33: Final Minor Subdivision to adjust lot lines between 28 and 30 Gov Dinsmore Road (Parcels 7-B-6 and 7-B-5) to improve building envelopes.
• Applicant for Case #2024-33 requests extension of deadline to continue the case to May 21, 2025.
• Case #2024-30: Request to extend deadline to December 18, 2025, for completing conditions of approval for a Minor Site Plan at 5 Enterprise Drive.
• Review and approval of minutes from six prior meetings (December 2024 through March 2025).

The Planning Board opened a public hearing for Case 2025‑07 and unanimously approved the conditional use permit allowing private swim lessons at the Nesheim family pool. The Board also voted to extend the deadline for a minor subdivision at 28 & 30 Gov Dinsmore Road to May 21, 2025, and to extend a site‑plan amendment at 5 Enterprise Drive to September 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 pm.

• Opened public hearing for Case 2025‑07 (2 Brentwood Rd) – vote 7‑0
• Approved conditional use permit for swim lessons at 2 Brentwood Rd – vote 7‑0
• Continued Case 2024‑33 (28 & 30 Gov Dinsmore Rd) to May 21, 2025 – vote 6‑1
• Continued Case 2024‑30 (5 Enterprise Drive) to September 2025 – vote 6‑1
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 pm – vote 7‑0

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment meets April 1 to consider two continued cases. One seeks relief to build seven cottages and six condos with a passive park on Range Road. The other requests a lot subdivision on Goodhue Road with a reduced frontage and setback.

• Relief for seven single-family cottages and six condos at 150 & 152 Range Rd with a passive park and community room
• Relief from 50 ft vegetative buffer to 20 ft for parking, driveway, park, and community room at 150 & 152 Range Rd
• Relief from 3 sq ft max sign area to allow 35 sq ft wall sign and 8 sq ft freestanding sign at 150 & 152 Range Rd
• Relief to subdivide lot on Goodhue Rd with 96.31 ft frontage and 50 ft front setback (Rural District requires 175 ft frontage)

The board voted 5‑0 to continue the 150 & 152 Range Road variance case to April 8, 2025. It also voted 5‑0 to grant the requested variance relief for the Goodhue Road lot subdivision and to adopt the Findings of Fact for that case.

• Continued Case 64-2024 (150 & 152 Range Rd) to April 8, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved variance relief for Meisner Brem Corp. lot subdivision on Goodhue Rd (5‑0)
• Approved Findings of Fact for Case 08-2025 (5‑0)

Local Energy Committee

The committee will vote to approve minutes from January 18 and receive an update on the town's electricity aggregation program. Members will discuss a recommendation to switch Nesmith Library's electricity supplier and review a cost/benefit analysis for installing solar panels at the police and fire departments. New business includes planning 2025 activities and drafting a response to the New Hampshire Department of Energy's request for comment on a future solar-related RFP.

• Approve minutes of January 18, 2025 LEC meeting
• Status update on Windham Aggregation implementation
• Recommendation for switching Nesmith Library electricity supplier
• Cost/benefit analysis and potential siting for Police and Fire Department solar system
• Response to NH DOE request for comment on future solar-related RFP

The Local Energy Committee approved the February 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted 6‑0 to authorize Allen Reed to collect, edit, and send the committee's comments to the New Hampshire Department of Energy on the revised solar solicitation request. Members also agreed to investigate a Solar on Earth “solar farm” program. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (5-0-1)
• Authorized Allen Reed to collect and edit comments for NH DOE solar RFP and submit them (6-0)
• Agreed to investigate Solar on Earth “solar farm” program (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review two Zoning Board of Appeals applications, including a proposal for seven single-family cottages and six condo units at 150 & 152 Range Rd with a public park and historic building restoration. Also on the agenda are updates on conservation easements, trail committee items, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• ZBA 64-2024: 150 & 152 Range Rd – seven cottage dwellings, six condo units in historic buildings, passive park, public access, seeking relief from zoning buffers and signage limits
• ZBA 12-2025: 3 Heron Cove Rd – house addition/extension and deck addition
• Society for the Protection of NH Forests Monitoring report – Ingersoll Conservation Easement
• Golden Meadow bridge update, Clyde pond/gage, Campbell Farm updates, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, Fosters Pond
• Trails Committee items and invoice approvals

The Conservation Commission met on March 27, 2025 and discussed a zoning board application for 150 & 152 Range Rd and a house addition at 3 Heron Cove Rd, but no approvals or denials were recorded. The only vote taken was to adjourn the meeting, which passed 5‑0. Review and approval of the March 13, 2025 minutes was postponed to a later date.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0 vote)
• Postponed review and approval of 03/13/2025 minutes

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider several requests for zoning relief regarding home and garage construction, including setbacks and road frontage. The board will also hear an administrative appeal concerning an unpermitted accessory dwelling unit used as a short-term rental.

• 33 Coburn Rd: Request for relief to build a home on a 3 +/- acre lot without road frontage on a Class V Town road
• Goodhue Rd: Request for relief to create a lot subdivision with 96.31 ft of frontage (175 ft required)
• 25 Farmer Rd: Rehearing for relief to replace a structure with a 1,770 sq ft home near a tributary stream
• 5 Ridgemont Rd: Administrative appeal of a violation notice for an unpermitted accessory dwelling unit and short-term rental
• 11 Oak St: Request for relief to replace a garage, increasing volume from 324 sq ft to 672 sq ft

The board appointed its officers, continued a subdivision case, and approved variance relief for two separate applications, each passing with a 5‑0 vote. Findings of fact for both variance approvals were also adopted unanimously.

• Appointed Michelle Stith as Chairman (vote 4-0-1)
• Appointed Mike Scholz as Vice Chair (vote 4-0-1)
• Appointed Mark Brockmeier as Secretary (vote 4-0-1)
• Continued Case 08-2025 to April 1, 2025 (vote 5-0)
• Granted variance relief for Case 05-2025 (Benchmark LLC) (vote 5-0)
• Approved Findings of Fact for Case 05-2025 (vote 5-0)
• Granted variance request for Case 56-2024 (Benchmark LLC) (vote 5-0)
• Approved Findings of Fact for Case 56-2024 (vote 5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold public hearings on a septic system variance at 12 Gardner Road and on proposed amendments to Land Use Board fees. They will also discuss Town Hall project bid specifications, a loader purchase, and revisions to Searles School regulations. A proclamation for National Parks and Recreation Month is requested.

• Public hearing on septic system variance at 12 Gardner Road (relief from 75 ft setback requirement)
• Public hearing on amending Land Use Board Fees under RSA 673:16
• Review of Town Hall project bid specifications
• Discussion on loader purchase
• Request to proclaim July as National Parks and Recreation Month in Windham

The Select Board approved new land‑use permit fees that will take effect on April 1. It also granted a waiver for a well and septic system on Gardner Road and authorized solicitation for a new wheel loader through Sourcewell. Additional actions included changes to Searles School security deposits, a celebration of National Parks and Recreation Month, and the election of a new chairman and vice chair.

• Approved updated land‑use board fees, effective April 1 (5‑0)
• Granted waiver for well and septic system on Gardner Road (6‑0)
• Authorized solicitation for a new wheel loader via Sourcewell (consensus)
• Approved changes to Searles School security deposit agreements (5‑0)
• Approved celebration of National Parks and Recreation Month in July (consensus)
• Elected Mark Samsel as Chairman of the Board of Selectmen (4‑1)
• Elected Ross McLeod as Vice Chair of the Board of Selectmen (5‑0)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Windham Historic District Commission/Heritage Commission will hold a public meeting to consider a zoning decision for the Armstrong House and discuss plans for the 2026 America's 250th anniversary. The commission will also receive updates from subcommittees on TRC, DRC, beautification, signs, and pocket parks, and address any other matters.

• Armstrong House zoning decision
• 2026 America's 250th anniversary planning
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Updates from TRC, DRC, Beautification, Signs, and Pocket Parks subcommittees
• Round table discussion for additional concerns

The Heritage Commission voted to have the Chair draft and send letters of support to the Zoning Board of Appeals for both the revised Windham Playhouse development and the Armstrong “West” house project. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:27 PM.

• Authorized Chair to draft and send a letter of support for the Windham Playhouse project to ZBA (4-0)
• Authorized Chair to draft and send a letter of support for the Armstrong “West” house project to ZBA (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:27 PM (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding utility line trimming on Morrison Road. The board will also review several site plan applications for residential construction and a restaurant expansion.

• Public hearing for Eversource Energy maintenance trimming on Morrison Road
• Case # 2025-05: Application to raze and rebuild a home at 62 W Shore Rd
• Case # 2025-06: Application for a home addition at 28 First St
• Case # 2024-05: Minor Site Plan to add a porch/deck to a restaurant at 59 Range Rd
• Case # 2023-04: Request to extend condition completion deadline to October 5, 2025, for 47 North Lowell Rd

The board approved the schedule maintenance trimming on Morrison Road. It also approved the WPOD application for 62 W Shore Rd, adding a porous driveway requirement. Additional actions included chair nominations, extending a site‑plan deadline, and approving another WPOD project on First Street.

• Nominated Jacob Cross as Chair of the Planning Board (vote 7-0)
• Nominated Tom Earley as Vice Chair of the Planning Board (vote 6-0-1)
• Approved schedule maintenance trimming on Morrison Road (vote 5-1-1)
• Extended deadline for Case 2023-04 to April 23, 2025 (vote 7-0)
• Opened Case 2025-05 for review (vote 5-2)
• Approved WPOD application for Case 2025-05 with porous driveway condition (vote 4-3)
• Opened Case 2025-06 for review (vote 7-0)
• Approved WPOD application for Case 2025-06 with conditions (vote 7-0)

Design Review Committee

The Planning Board Design Review Subcommittee is meeting to discuss Case #2024-23, a request by Karl Dubay of the Dubay Group, Inc. and owner Village Center Properties LLC for a redesign of the building architecture at 1-7 Indian Rock Road (parcels 11-A-450 and 11-A-500) in the Village Center and WWPD zones. The applicant will present the revised design, after which the subcommittee will forward it to the Planning Board for final approval.

• Case #2024-23: Final Major Site Plan / WWPD Special Permit for 1-7 Indian Rock Rd
• Applicant seeks redesign of building architecture
• Property is in Village Center and WWPD zones
• Revised design to be presented to subcommittee before Planning Board signoff

The Design Review Committee considered the revised design for 1-7 Indian Rock Rd, submitted by the Dubay Group and owned by Village Center Properties LLC. Members praised the owner's response to concerns. A motion to support the design changes was made, seconded, and passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote.

• Approved revised design changes for 1-7 Indian Rock Rd (4-0 vote)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees approved charging the published 501-C3 rate of $200 for Friends of Moeckel Pond weekend rentals, with one abstention. They also agreed to request a re-hearing with the Board of Selectmen on the coordinator's compensation raise, and accepted the February meeting minutes as amended.

• Approved charging Friends of Moeckel Pond the 501-C3 rate of $200 for weekend rentals (7-1-0, Neil Fallon abstained)
• Accepted February 18, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (8-0)
• Consensus to request re-hearing on coordinator's compensation raise with Board of Selectmen in April
• Warrant article for Searles Revenue Fund passed at town election
• Beth McGuire won the gift certificate drawing

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will review draft goals, hear a real estate projects update from Director Alex Mello, and receive liaison reports. The meeting also includes discussion of consultant results and subcommittee updates. No votes on specific projects or funding are scheduled.

• Review of draft WEDC goals
• Real estate projects update from Director Alex Mello
• Results of conversation with consultant Chris Steele and Mitch Jacoby
• Liaison reports from Board of Selectmen, Planning Board, and SNHC
• Subcommittee updates on Infrastructure, Land Use, and Promote Windham

The Windham Economic Development Committee discussed hiring an economic development advisor to create a strategic plan, following recommendations from a 2022 meeting with Christopher Steele of EBP. The committee agreed to hold workshops and conduct community outreach before approaching the Board of Selectmen for funding. No formal action was taken on this item.

• Approved minutes from January 24, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved minutes from January 28, 2024 workshop (8-0-1)
• Approved minutes from February 14, 2024 (9-0)
• Discussed hiring economic development advisor, no vote taken
• Agreed to hold workshops before engaging a consultant
• Adjourned (10-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review two zoning board cases and two dredge and fill proposals. The body will also discuss updates on several local ponds, bridges, and the Trails Committee.

• Case 08-2025: Two-lot subdivision at 71 Goodhue Rd.
• Case 11-2025: Removal and replacement of a detached garage at 11 Oak Street
• Dredge and fill and planting restoration proposal for 1 Grove St
• Dredge and fill proposal for 5 Allen Road
• Updates on Golden Meadow bridge, Clyde pond, Campbell Farm, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, and Fosters Pond

The Windham Conservation Commission reviewed two DES dredge and fill applications and authorized the chair to sign accompanying letters. The commission also discussed several conservation projects, including bridge repairs, signage, and beekeeping, but made no major land-use decisions. The minutes from the February 27 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of 02-27-25 (4-0)
• Chair authorized to sign letter for DES application at 1 Grove Street
• Chair authorized to sign letter for DES application at 5 Allen Rd
• No action taken on ZBA cases; requested presentation for Case 08-2025 before Planning Board

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a public site walk at 71 Goodhue Rd, Derry (parcel 8-B-5900 in Windham) for a proposed subdivision. The site walk occurs on March 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM; the case will be discussed at a public meeting on March 25, 2025.

• Site walk for subdivision of Parcel 8-B-5900 at 71 Goodhue Rd (Case 08-2025)

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment conducted a site walk for Case 08-2025 (Parcel 8-B-5900) at 71 Goodhue Rd, Derry, NH. The applicant and board members reviewed the layout of the house, driveway, and wetlands, while abutters identified their properties. No decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

• Site walk held for Case 08-2025 (Parcel 8-B-5900) at 71 Goodhue Rd
• No formal decisions or votes taken

Planning Board

The March 12, 2025 Planning Board Workshop agenda contains only standard procedural items: call to order, announcements, old/new business, minutes review, and adjournment. No specific discussions, proposals, or public hearings are listed. The meeting appears to be purely procedural or preparatory with no decisions or concrete items identified.

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on amending ambulance fees. They will also consider approving the 5th Annual Millennium Running Cheap Marathon on April 5, 2025, and vote on using electronic ballot counting devices for all elections. Other business includes extending a roadside mowing contract, waiving purchasing policy for a loader lease, and authorizing PFAS reimbursement requests.

• Public hearing on amending ambulance fees
• Extension of roadside mowing contract
• Waiver of purchasing policy for loader lease
• Request to approve 5th Annual Millennium Running Cheap Marathon on April 5, 2025
• Vote to approve use of Voting Works electronic ballot counting devices for all elections

The Board of Selectmen approved updated ambulance fees as proposed, effective March 11, 2025, with a 4-0 vote. They also waived the bid process for the roadside mowing contract for 2025 and extended the current contract for one year at a price not to exceed $27,500, with Chairman Partington opposed. The board tabled the loader lease waiver to a future meeting for more pricing information. They approved the 5th Annual Millennium Running Cheap Marathon, subject to coordination with town departments, and authorized the Town Administrator or Finance Director to sign PFAS reimbursement documents.

• Approved updated ambulance fees as proposed, effective March 11, 2025 (4-0).
• Waived bid process for roadside mowing contract for 2025 (3-1, Partington opposed).
• Extended current roadside mowing contract for one year at a price not to exceed $27,500 (3-1, Partington opposed).
• Tabled loader lease waiver to a future meeting for more pricing information.
• Approved the 5th Annual Millennium Running Cheap Marathon, subject to coordination with town departments (4-0).
• Approved use of Voting Works electronic ballot counting devices for all elections (4-0).
• Authorized Town Administrator or Finance Director to sign PFAS reimbursement requests and related documents (4-0).
• In nonpublic session, denied settlement offer for 20 First Street and continued encroachment enforcement at 38 Glendenin.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing for Eversource to trim trees along Morrison Road, a designated scenic road. The board will then review two new final major site plan applications: one for an auto body repair facility and building addition at 16 Rockingham Road, and another for a 10,000 SF contractor garage at 135 Rockingham Road. Also on the agenda are a revision to a previously approved site plan at 59 Range Road (restaurant porch expansion, with a continuance request to March 19) and an impact fee waiver request for 39 Roulston Road. Minutes from previous meetings will be approved.

• Public hearing for Eversource maintenance trimming on Morrison Road (scenic road)
• Case #2025-02: Final Major Site Plan for auto body repair facility and 24x45 addition at 16 Rockingham Road
• Case #2025-03: Final Major Site Plan for 10,000 SF contractor garage (6 units) at 135 Rockingham Road
• Revision to Case #2024-05: Minor Site Plan to infill second-level nook for three-season porch at 59 Range Road (continuance requested to March 19)
• Impact fee waiver request at 39 Roulston Road

The Windham Planning Board approved two major site plans: an auto body repair facility at 16 Rockingham Road and a contractor garage at 135 Rockingham Road, both with conditions. A public hearing on tree trimming along Morrison Road was continued to March 19. A request to continue a minor site plan at 59 Range Rd was granted.

• Approved Case 2025-02 (16 Rockingham Rd) auto body/retail site plan with conditions (7-0)
• Approved waiver request for Case 2025-02 excluding building elevation/renderings (7-0)
• Approved Case 2025-03 (135 Rockingham Rd) contractor garage site plan pending DES/DOT and Keach comments (7-0)
• Approved waiver for Section 702.2.1 (fire lane) for Case 2025-03 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for Morrison Road tree trimming to March 19, 2025 (7-0)
• Continued Case 2024-05 (59 Range Rd) to March 19, 2025 (5-0)
• Impact fee waiver request for 39 Roulston Rd was discussed; motion to deny withdrawn, no action taken

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee will review a revised building architecture design for Case #2024-23 at 1-7 Indian Rock Road (parcels 11-A-450 and 11-A-500) in the Village Center and WWPD zone. The applicant, Karl Dubay of the Dubay Group, Inc., and owner Village Center Properties LLC, will present the redesign. Following the subcommittee's review, the revised design will go to the Planning Board for final approval.

• Case #2024-23 – Final Major Site Plan / WWPD Special Permit for building architecture redesign at 1-7 Indian Rock Rd

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear continued cases regarding residential developments and a garage construction. The board will also consider an administrative appeal concerning a proposed 2025 Zoning Amendment.

• Case 64-2024: Request for seven cottage dwellings and six condo units at 150 & 152 Range Rd
• Case 62-2024: Request to place a 768 sq ft garage 55 feet from a stream at 8 Field Rd
• Case 10-2025: Administrative appeal regarding grandfathering for 102 Indian Rock Rd & 82 Range Rd
• Interview of Alternate Zoning Board of Adjustment Member

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a detached 768 sq ft 3-car garage at 8 Field Rd, allowing it to be built approximately 55 feet from a seasonal tributary stream where a 150 ft buffer is required. The board also continued two other cases: an administrative appeal regarding a proposed zoning amendment (Case #10-2025) to April 8th, and a request for variances to build seven cottage dwellings and restore historic buildings at 150 & 152 Range Rd (Case #64-2024) to April 1st. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved variance for 3-car garage at 8 Field Rd, 55 ft from stream (5-0)
• Continued Case #10-2025 (administrative appeal) to April 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued Case #64-2024 (cottage dwellings & barn restoration) to April 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Jan 28 draft minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved Feb 4 draft minutes as presented (4-0-1)
• Approved Feb 25 draft minutes as amended (3-0-2)
• Entered non-public session under RSA 91-A 3 II (c) (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will hold a workshop to establish its goals for 2025. No other business is scheduled beyond this planning session. The meeting is open to the public.

• Establish goals for the WEDC in 2025

The Windham Economic Development Committee held a workshop to establish 2025 goals, focusing on improving communication with the Planning Board and other boards, reviewing Master Plan actions, and potentially re-engaging a consultant to develop a positive development vision. No formal decisions were made; the committee agreed to take several action items, including reviewing major projects at the next meeting and having subcommittees submit goals.

• Agreed to review status of major projects at March 14 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to revisit Feb 2022 consultant presentation on development vision (consensus)
• Assigned DJ Withee to send Master Plan actions to WEDC
• Assigned Matthew Swoboda to send business list for Rt 111 Corridor Study
• Assigned Mitch Jacoby to send Feb 2022 presentation and engage consultant Chris Steele
• Subcommittee leads to email goals to Chair Dale Valvo
• Mark Samsel to send notes on major goal categories

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review a proposal for a 10,000 SF contractor garage at 135 Rockingham Road and a request to replace a detached garage at 11 Oak Street. The body will also discuss 2025 goals and updates on several local ponds and bridges.

• Case # 2025-03: Final Major Site Plan for a 10,000 SF contractor garage at 135 Rockingham Road
• Case 11-2025: Removal and replacement of a detached garage at 11 Oak Street
• Discussion of 2025 Goals and Priorities
• Updates on Golden Meadow bridge, Clyde pond/Gage, Campbell Farm, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, and Fosters Pond
• Review and approval of 02-13-2025 meeting minutes

The Windham Conservation Commission approved up to $5,000 to clear the second/middle section of the Fessenden Mill Dam property, and unanimously approved a $1,500 invoice for beaver deceiver maintenance. They also discussed a beekeeping proposal, a parking request for a road race, and reviewed two development cases, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved up to $5,000 for clearing the Fessenden Mill Dam property (5-0)
• Approved $1,500 payment to BestWay Wildlife for beaver deceiver maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 02-13-25 with corrections (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:33 PM (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will decide on several variance requests, including a rehearing of a previously denied variance and two new applications. A key item is a proposal for a single-family dwelling on a lot without road frontage and within wetland protection overlay districts.

• Rehearing of 56-2024: Benchmark LLC request for variance at 25 Farmer Rd, denied Dec 10, 2024.
• 62-2024: Joseph Clementi request for relief to build a 768 sq ft garage 55 ft from a seasonal tributary stream at 8 Field Rd.
• 05-2025: Benchmark LLC request for multiple zoning reliefs to build a single-family dwelling on a 3-acre lot at 33 Coburn Rd without road frontage and within WPOD/WWPD setbacks.
• 08-2025: Meisner Brem Corporation request for a lot subdivision at Goodhue Rd with 96.31 ft frontage (required 175 ft).
• Approval of meeting minutes from Jan 28, Feb 4, and Feb 11, 2025.

The Windham ZBA continued two variance cases and granted a rehearing for a previously denied variance. Case 08-2025 (Goodhue Rd) was continued to March 25 with a site walk on March 13. Case 56-2024 (25 Farmer Rd) was granted a rehearing, also set for March 25. Two other cases were continued without decisions.

• Continued Case 08-2025 (Goodhue Rd frontage variance) to March 25, with site walk March 13 (3-0)
• Granted rehearing for Case 56-2024 (25 Farmer Rd variance denial) (3-0)
• Continued Case 62-2024 (8 Field Rd garage variance) to March 4
• Continued Case 05-2025 (33 Coburn Rd new dwelling) to March 25

Select Board

The Board of Selectmen will meet to review a request for relief from sewage regulations regarding a septic system installation. The board will also address a tax abatement and routine administrative business.

• BOH Case 25-03: Request for relief from Section 102.2 of Sewage and Waste Disposal System Regulations for 18 Depot Road
• Assessing abatement for parcel 7-A-411

The Windham Select Board granted a $147 tax abatement for Lot 7-A-411, adjusting its value from $731,000 to $725,500. Acting as the Board of Health, it approved a waiver from Section 102.2 for a septic system replacement at 18 Depot Road, citing hardship due to ledge. The board also adopted the use of Voting Works electronic counting devices for all elections and approved three sets of draft minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Granted $147 tax abatement for Lot 7-A-411, value adjusted to $725,500 (4-0)
• Approved septic system waiver for 18 Depot Road (5-0)
• Adopted Voting Works electronic counting devices for all elections (4-0)
• Approved January 6th draft minutes as amended (4-0)
• Approved February 1st draft minutes as amended (4-0)
• Approved February 10th draft minutes as amended (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review three new applications: a final minor subdivision at 85 Range Road with no proposed changes, a final major site plan for an auto body repair facility with a 24x45 foot addition at 16 Rockingham Road, and a WWPD special permit for a new single-family dwelling at 63 Mammoth Road. The board will also consider a request to extend the deadline for the 16 Rockingham Road case to March 5, 2025, and approve minutes from six prior meetings.

• Final Major Site Plan for auto body repair facility at 16 Rockingham Road, including a 24x45 foot addition for utilities and fire protection, outside storage area, and detention pond
• Request to extend deadline for Case 2025-02 (16 Rockingham Road) to March 5, 2025, per RSA 676:4(I)(f)
• Final Minor Subdivision at 85 Range Road to split parcel into two lots without changes to existing conditions
• WWPD Special Permit for new single-family dwelling, septic, driveway, and associated appurtenances at 63 Mammoth Road
• Review and approval of minutes from December 4, 2024, December 11, 2024, December 18, 2024, January 8, 2025, January 15, 2025, and February 5, 2025

The Windham Planning Board approved a final minor subdivision at 85 Range Road, splitting the parcel into two lots with no changes to existing conditions. The board also approved a WWPD special permit for a new single-family home at 63 Mammoth Road with conditions, and continued a site plan application for 16 Rockingham Road to March 5, 2025. Minutes from several prior meetings were approved.

• Approved final minor subdivision at 85 Range Road (4-3)
• Approved WWPD special permit for 63 Mammoth Road with conditions (5-1)
• Continued Case 2025-02 at 16 Rockingham Road to March 5, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved December 4, 2024 minutes as amended (7-0)
• Approved December 18, 2024 minutes as amended (7-0)
• Approved January 15, 2025 minutes as amended (4-0-3)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review three new applications, including a major site plan and a minor subdivision. The board will also consider a request to extend the application deadline for the 16 Rockingham Road project to March 5, 2025.

• Case # 2025-01: Final Minor Subdivision of 85 Range Road into two lots
• Case # 2025-02: Final Major Site Plan for 16 Rockingham Road to create an auto body repair facility and rental units
• Case # 2025-02: Proposed 24 x 45 addition and detention pond at 16 Rockingham Road
• Case # 2025-04: Special Permit for a new single-family dwelling and septic at 63 Mammoth Road

The Windham Planning Board approved a final minor subdivision at 85 Range Road, splitting the parcel into two lots, by a 4-3 vote. The board also approved a WWPD special permit for a new single-family home at 63 Mammoth Road with conditions, and continued a site plan application for 16 Rockingham Road to March 5, 2025.

• Approved Case 2025-01, final minor subdivision at 85 Range Road (4-3)
• Approved Case 2025-04, WWPD special permit for single-family dwelling at 63 Mammoth Road, with conditions (5-1)
• Continued Case 2025-02, final major site plan at 16 Rockingham Road, to March 5, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved December 4, 2024 draft minutes as amended (7-0)
• Approved December 18, 2024 draft minutes as amended (7-0)
• Approved January 15, 2025 draft minutes as amended (4-0-3)

Local Energy Committee

The Local Energy Committee will review updates on the street lighting upgrade, Nesmith solar system, and Windham Aggregation implementation. New business includes planning 2025 activities and assessing solar feasibility for the Police and Fire Departments.

• Street lighting upgrade update
• Nesmith solar system update
• Windham Aggregation implementation status
• New LEC activities for 2025 planning
• Assessment of solar systems for Police and Fire Departments

The Local Energy Committee approved the December 3, 2024 minutes (5-0) and heard reports on the Nesmith solar system's performance, the completed streetlight upgrade, and a delayed Community Power launch. No formal decisions were made on new business items, which were discussed for future action.

• Approved December 3, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:59 PM (5-0)

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees approved a special $350 hourly rate for Alvirne Chapel clients whose events were cancelled through July, and approved several purchases including a coat rack and door mats. They also discussed remote meeting rules, approved full payment due 30 days before events, and agreed to let Friends of Searles use the building free of charge.

• Approved $350 hourly rate for Alvirne Chapel clients (9-0)
• Approved purchase of 1 coat rack for $62.07 (9-0)
• Approved purchase of 2 door mats, not to exceed $150 each (9-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of January 21, 2025 (9-0)
• Consensus to allow Friends of Searles to use building at no charge
• Consensus to raffle $100 rental coupon at town election table

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee will review minutes from January, receive an economic development update from Director Alex Mello, and discuss Town Warrant Article 14 with petitioners Jennifer Hamwey, Simon Beylin, and Karl Dubay. The committee will also introduce a new liaison to the Planning Board and receive reports from various boards and subcommittees.

• Discussion of Town Warrant Article 14
• Economic Development Update by Alex Mello
• Introduction of new Planning Board liaison Payal Ballaya
• Liaison reports from Board of Selectmen, Planning Board, and SNHC
• Subcommittee updates on Infrastructure, Land Use, and Promote Windham

The Windham Economic Development Committee voted unanimously to draft a letter to the Windham Independent supporting Warrant Article 14, a proposed 62+ senior housing development at Angelene Meadows. The project, presented by Simon Beylin, would be privately funded, tax neutral, and include half affordable and half market-rate units, with preference for Windham residents. The committee also approved minutes from January 10th and voted to be represented at Strawberry Fest.

• Approved minutes from January 10, 2025 (9-0-0)
• Approved motion to draft letter supporting Warrant Article 14 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to be represented at Strawberry Fest (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will discuss several applications for zoning relief regarding home expansions and new construction. The body will also review a two-lot subdivision request and a final minor subdivision. Additional agenda items include updates on local ponds, bridges, and conservation lands.

• Case 04-2025: Expansion of dwelling at 28 First St from 890 to 1,148 sq ft
• Case 05-2025: New home and septic system construction at 33 Coburn Rd
• Case 06-2025: Increasing boat storage height from 8 ft to 12 ft at 9 Lake Shore Rd
• Case 07-2025: Replacement of building at 62 W. Shore Rd, expanding area to 1,426 sq ft
• Case 08-2025: Two-lot subdivision request for 71 Goodhue Rd

The Windham Conservation Commission met on February 13, 2025, and reviewed several applications, including a minor subdivision and multiple zoning relief requests. The Commission provided comments and suggestions but made no formal decisions, as these cases are pending before the Planning Board or ZBA. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive approvals or denials.

• Reviewed Case 2025-01: Final Minor Subdivision at 85 Range Road, no issues raised
• Reviewed ZBA Case 04-2025 for 28 First St, no additional comments
• Reviewed ZBA Case 05-2025 for 33 Coburn Rd, no further comments
• Reviewed ZBA Case 06-2025 for 9 Lake Shore Rd, suggested drip edge
• Reviewed ZBA Case 07-2025 for 62 W. Shore Rd, suggested porous driveway material
• Reviewed Case 08-2025 for 71 Goodhue Rd, requested wetland setback clarification
• Discussed Fessenden Mill Dam cleanup, will pursue grant from Windham Endowment
• Adjourned meeting at 8:12 PM

Beautification Sub-Committees

The committee decided to purchase 3 benches to match existing ones, using $54,534.72 in encumbered funds, with $4,534.72 from the 2020 Warrant Article needing expenditure by March 2025. Other items discussed but not decided include future uses of funds (e.g., Town Pound plantings, Bartley House walkway, sculptures) and moving town vehicles off site. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Decided to purchase 3 benches to match existing ones
• Noted $54,534.72 encumbered, with $4,534.72 from 2020 Warrant Article needing expenditure by March 2025

Museum Trustees

The Museum Trustees are meeting to review high school volunteer progress on artifact cataloging and photo linking. The board will also discuss printing options for 2025 booklets.

• Review of high school volunteer work on Harris collection and Dennis Root donations
• Purchase of new display case shelf pedestals from Amazon
• Discussion of Staples printing discount ($175 off $500 purchases)
• Review of previous brochure order of 500 units for $1,800
• Planning for Open House

The Windham Museum Trustees met and approved the November 13, 2024 minutes (4-0). They assigned tasks to order pedestal supports and a glass shelf for a new display case, and to get printing quotes for educational booklets. An open house was scheduled for April 6, 2025, from 2-4 PM, with a volunteer workshop at 1 PM. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Assigned ordering of pedestal supports and glass shelf for display case
• Scheduled open house for April 6, 2025, 2-4 PM with 1 PM volunteer workshop
• Directed obtaining printing quotes for 250 and 500 educational booklets

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear a continued case for a sports dome at 39 Roulston Rd (Case 60-2024), requiring multiple variances for height, use, and buffer zone. Five new cases seek relief for a subdivision at 88 Range Rd, expansions of non-conforming dwellings at 36 Turtle Rock Rd, 28 First St, 9 Lake Shore Rd, and replacement of a dwelling at 62 W. Shore Rd. The board will also review meeting minutes from Jan 28 and Feb 4.

• Continued Case 60-2024: 80-ft sports dome at 39 Roulston Rd with relief from height, use, and WWPD buffer restrictions
• New Case 02-2025: Administrative subdivision of The Common Man Restaurant and West House at 88 Range Rd into two parcels, with apartments proposed
• New Case 03-2025: Volume expansion of non-conforming dwelling at 36 Turtle Rock Rd by 2,150 cu/ft
• New Case 04-2025: Expansion of seasonal dwelling at 28 First St from 890 to 1,148 sq ft with multiple setback reliefs near Cobbetts Pond
• New Case 07-2025: Replacement of non-conforming dwelling at 62 W. Shore Rd with larger year-round home (1,426 sq ft)

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a sports dome at Windham Woods School, determining it as an accessory use. The board also denied a proposal to convert The Common Man Restaurant and The West House into apartments, and granted variances for several residential property expansions.

• Approved sports dome variance at 39 Roulston Rd (5-0), conditioned on accessory use to school
• Denied subdivision and apartment conversion at 88 Range Rd (3-1)
• Granted porch enclosure variance at 36 Turtle Rock Rd (5-0)
• Granted expansion variance at 28 First St (4-1), with erosion control condition
• Granted boat storage height increase at 9 Lake Shore Rd (5-0), no living space allowed
• Granted new dwelling variance at 62 W. Shore Rd (5-0), conditioned on road turnaround completion

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is conducting a public site walk for Case 64-2024. The board will visit 150 and 152 Range Rd before discussing the case at a public meeting on March 4, 2025.

• Site walk for Case 64-2024 at 150 & 152 Range Rd (Parcels 21-K-99 & 21-K-100)

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment conducted a site walk for Case 64-2024 at 150 and 152 Range Rd. The applicant and Karl Dubay explained the project layout, including septic plans. No votes or decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

Select Board

The Windham Select Board will consider awarding a bid for a new Fire Department command vehicle, review updates to Searles School and Chapel regulations, and discuss a request to waive the fireworks bid process. The board will also hear an introduction of a new nonprofit, the Friends of Searles School & Chapel, and proclaim FBLA Week.

• Bid award for Fire Department Command Vehicle
• Updates to Searles School and Chapel Regulations
• Request to waive fireworks bid process
• Introduction of Friends of Searles School & Chapel 501c3
• FBLA Week Proclamation

The Windham Select Board approved a bid award for a new fire department command vehicle to Grappone Ford for up to $49,837, contingent on voter approval in the upcoming election. They also waived the purchase policy for fireworks, approving $8,400 for Pyrotechnico, and amended the Searles School and Chapel regulations to require final payment 30 days before an event instead of 10. The board approved the January 12 draft minutes as amended, with one abstention.

• Approved bid award for fire command vehicle to Grappone Ford, not to exceed $49,837, contingent on voter approval (4-0)
• Waived purchase policy for fireworks, allowing $8,400 purchase from Pyrotechnico (4-0)
• Amended Searles School and Chapel Regulations to change final payment due from 10 days to 30 days before event (4-0)
• Approved January 12 draft minutes as amended (3-0-1, McLeod abstained)

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The commissions are meeting to discuss preparations for the 2026 America's 250th anniversary. The session includes updates on various projects and a discussion on recruiting new board members.

• 2026 America's 250th anniversary planning
• Updates on TRC, DRC, Beautification, Book, Signs, and Pocket Parks
• Review of tax cards
• Board recruitment

The Windham Historic District/Heritage Commission discussed organizing a town-wide celebration for the U.S. Semiquincentennial in 2026, agreeing to hold events throughout that year. They decided to gather community input and coordinate with local groups, with the vice-chairman to meet with the Recreation Director and the chairwoman to contact committees. No formal funding or committee decisions were made; the commission will develop a preliminary plan to present to the Board of Selectmen.

• Agreed Semiquincentennial celebration will take place throughout 2026
• Vice-Chairman Griffin to coordinate meeting with Recreation Director for input
• Chairwoman Mallett to reach out to local committees about existing plans
• Chairwoman Mallett to contact Mr. Dinsmore about London Bridge Causeway historic site sign text
• Vice-Chairman Griffin to contact prospective members for open positions
• Alternate Merrill to post advertisement for new members on Windham Neighborly Connection
• Adjourned at 8:24 PM (5-0)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Subcommittee will hold a public meeting to review a single application: Case #2024-23 for a building architecture redesign at 1-7 Indian Rock Rd. The applicant, Karl Dubay of the Dubay Group, Inc., is seeking approval of a revised design, which will then require final signoff from the Planning Board.

• Case #2024-23: Final Major Site Plan / WWPD Special Permit for building architecture redesign at 1-7 Indian Rock Rd (parcels 11-A-450 and 11-A-500), in Village Center and WWPD zones.

Planning Board

The board will hold public hearings on three new applications: a lot line adjustment at 28 & 30 Gov Dinsmore Road, a major WPOD for an addition at 54 Turtle Rock Road, and a preliminary site plan for a 9,600 SF commercial building at 10 Libbey Road. They will also consider a revision to a previously approved site plan for restaurant expansion at 59 Range Rd, and discuss a proposed update to the community development fee schedule.

• Case #2024-33: Final Minor Subdivision for lot line adjustment at 28 & 30 Gov Dinsmore Road
• Case #2024-34: Major WPOD for addition and plunge pool at 54 Turtle Rock Road
• Case #2024-35: Preliminary Site Plan for 9,600 SF commercial building at 10 Libbey Road
• Revision to Case #2024-05: Minor Site Plan to expand restaurant with three-season porch at 59 Range Rd
• Proposed update to Community Development Fee Schedule

The Windham Planning Board approved a Major WPOD for a residential addition at 54 Turtle Rock Road, with conditions including adherence to Keach comments and weekly monitoring during construction. The board also continued a minor subdivision case to April 2, 2025, and moved a minor site plan revision to March 5, 2025. Additionally, the board closed a preliminary site plan for a commercial building at 10 Libbey Road and appointed a member to the WEDC.

• Approved Major WPOD for 54 Turtle Rock Road addition (7-0)
• Continued Case 2024-33 (28 & 30 Gov Dinsmore Road) to April 2, 2025 (7-0)
• Moved Case 2024-05 (59 Range Rd) minor site plan revision to March 5, 2025 (7-0)
• Closed Case 2024-35 (10 Libbey Road) as preliminary application (7-0)
• Appointed Payal Ballaya to WEDC (6-1)
• Accepted Community Development fee schedule update (6-0-1)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

This Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting is solely procedural, consisting of a call to order, review of minutes from seven previous meetings (November 2024 through January 2025), and a potential non-public session. No substantive applications or hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Review of meeting minutes from 11/12/2024, 11/26/2024, 12/10/2024, 12/19/2024, 1/7/2025, 1/14/2025, and 1/28/2025
• Possible non-public session under RSA 91-A

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment held a procedural meeting on February 4, 2025, approving draft minutes from several prior meetings (November 12, November 26, December 10, December 19, January 7, January 14, November 18, and November 19). All votes passed, with one 3-2 vote on January 7 minutes and one 4-0-1 vote on November 19 minutes. No substantive zoning decisions were made; the board only discussed reviewing its rules and procedures.

• Approved November 12 draft non-public and public minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved November 26 draft minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved December 10 draft minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved December 19 site walk minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved January 7 public minutes as amended (3-2, with two abstentions)
• Approved January 14 public minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved November 18 site walk minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved November 19 site walk minutes as amended (4-0-1, with one abstention)

Select Board

Following the first session of the Annual Meeting, the Select Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and finalize warrant recommendations. The board may also address any matters arising from the annual meeting results. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion on final warrant recommendations for the upcoming town meeting

The Windham Select Board met after the Deliberative Session to finalize warrant recommendations. They voted unanimously to reconsider and now recommend Article 10 (Town Hall Renovation). They also voted 5-0 to reconsider Article 16 (Amend Polling Hours) and 4-1 to not recommend it. A motion to reconsider Article 15 (Septic Ordinance) failed 2-3, and Article 18 (Establish a Budget Committee) was not recommended 3-1-1.

• Reconsidered and recommended Article 10 – Town Hall Renovation (5-0)
• Reconsidered Article 16 – Amend Polling Hours for State Elections (5-0)
• Voted to not recommend Article 16 – Amend Polling Hours (4-1)
• Failed to reconsider Article 15 – Septic Ordinance (2-3)
• Voted to not recommend Article 18 – Establish a Budget Committee (3-1-1)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review several variance requests for residential dwellings, garages, and a sports dome. The board will also consider a request for a rehearing on a previously denied application.

• Case 61-2024: Request to replace a home at 1 Grove St with a 2,415 sq ft dwelling and garage
• Case 60-2024: Request for an 80 ft tall sports dome and 'Membership Club' at 39 Roulston Rd
• Case 64-2024: Proposal for 7 cottages and 6 condo units at 150 & 152 Range Rd
• Case 62-2024: Request for a 768 sq ft 3-car garage at 8 Field Rd
• Case 56-2024: Request for rehearing regarding 25 Farmer Rd

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a new single-family dwelling and detached garage at 1 Grove St, replacing a non-conforming structure. The board also granted a variance for a garage bump-out at 1 Heron Cove Rd, continued several other cases, and accepted the withdrawal of a special exception request.

• Granted variance for new dwelling and garage at 1 Grove St (5-0)
• Granted variance for garage bump-out at 1 Heron Cove Rd (5-0)
• Continued case 62-2024 (8 Field Rd) to Feb 25 (5-0)
• Continued case 60-2024 (39 Roulston Rd) to Feb 11 (5-0)
• Continued case 64-2024 (150/152 Range Rd) to Mar 4 (5-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of special exception for cemetery walkways (5-0)
• Continued rehearing request 56-2024 (25 Farmer Rd) to Mar 4 (4-0)
• Appointed Mike Scholz as regular member (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will consider a request to extend a contract with Bobrek Engineering & Construction, LLC (BEC) for an additional $25,000 and waive competitive procurement guidelines. The agenda also includes public hearings on two Board of Health cases (8 Ash Street and 3 Viau Road), several property tax abatement requests, and routine business such as approving minutes and payroll manifests.

• $700 cash financial guarantee release for 6 Orchard Blossom Road
• Request to extend Bobrek Engineering & Construction contract by $25,000 and waive competitive procurement
• Public hearings on BOH Case 25-01 (8 Ash Street) and BOH Case 25-02 (3 Viau Road)
• Multiple property tax abatement requests, including for LUCT and Current Use application
• 2024 DRA Sales Ratio Study and abatement requests for several properties

The Windham Select Board, acting as the Board of Health, granted an administrative appeal for a septic system at 8 Ash St. with a waiver expiring May 23, 2025, and denied a waiver request for a proposed septic system at 3 Viau Rd. The board also approved several property tax abatements, released a $700 bond, and extended a contract with Brobrek Engineering and Construction LLC by up to $25,000.

• Released $700 bond for 6 Orchard Blossom Road (4-0)
• Waived bid process for Brobrek Engineering contract extension (4-0)
• Extended contract with Brobrek Engineering up to $25,000 (4-0)
• Granted property tax abatements for Maps 21-D-1 ($240), 21-A-35 ($91), 22-L-83 ($6,725), 22-L-7 ($4,487), 11-A-700-49 ($3,039), 13-J-50 ($103), 24-F-2040 ($95 plus interest) (all 4-0)
• Approved current use application for Map 24-F-2040 (4-0)
• Granted septic appeal for 8 Ash St. with waiver expiring May 23, 2025 (5-0)
• Denied septic waiver for 3 Viau Rd. (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Nov 25 public and non-public, and Dec 30 public (as amended)

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee is holding a workshop to review the 2025 warrants related to land use and discuss their potential impacts on the town. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Review of the 2025 warrants regarding Land Use and their potential impacts

The Windham Economic Development Committee unanimously approved an open letter urging residents to vote 'No' on Planning Board Amendment #1, which would repeal the Market Square Overlay District. The letter, amended to remove a paragraph on possible changes, will be published in the Windham Independent on Feb. 1. The committee also discussed the Rt 111 Corridor Study and public communication efforts.

• Approved open letter urging 'No' vote on Planning Board Amendment #1 (unanimous)
• Approved publication of letter in Windham Independent on Feb. 1 (unanimous)
• Agreed to delete paragraph on possible Planning Board changes from letter (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review several zoning and planning board cases, including a variance for a garage bump-out at 1 Heron Cove Rd, a subdivision variance at 86-88 Range Rd, and a porch enclosure at 36 Turtle Rock Rd. The commission will also discuss site plan reviews for a major WPOD addition and plunge pool at 54 Turtle Rock Rd and a 9,600 SF commercial building at 10 Libbey Rd. Old and new business items include updates on Golden Meadow bridge, Clyde Pond, Campbell Farm, Deer Leap/Moeckel Pond, Fosters Pond, trails, and invoices.

• ZBA Case 01-2025: Request for relief to construct a 22 ft x 11 ft garage bump-out 16 ft from Heron Cove Rd (setback requires 50 ft) at 1 Heron Cove Rd.
• ZBA Case 02-2025: Variance for subdivision at 86-88 Range Rd in Gateway Commercial district.
• ZBA Case 03-2025: Request to enclose existing porch for living space at 36 Turtle Rock Rd.
• PB Case #2024-34: Major WPOD application for a 342+ SF addition, garage bay with living space, and plunge pool at 54 Turtle Rock Rd.
• PB Case #2024-35: Preliminary site plan for a 9,600 SF commercial building with no planned disturbance in WWPD or RD zones at 10 Libbey Rd.

Searles Trustees

The Searles Trustees approved a discounted rental rate of $250/week for a 4-week comedy workshop, updated the damage/cleaning retainer to $200 or 20% of the contract total (whichever is greater), and accepted credit card payments with a 3% convenience fee. They also accepted the December 2024 minutes and reviewed updates on the painting project, front steps, and other initiatives.

• Approved $250/week rental rate for 4-week mid-week commitment (8-0)
• Approved updated Searles Regulations with retainer of $200 or 20% of contract total, whichever is greater (8-0)
• Approved accepting credit card payments with 3% convenience fee (8-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of December 17, 2024 (8-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Land Use Subcommittee will review 2025 Warrant Land Use articles that may impact economic development. The committee will also discuss business and community outreach.

• Review of 2025 Warrant Land Use articles
• Discussion of community and business outreach

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee's Land Use Subcommittee is meeting to review 2025 warrant land use articles for potential economic development impact and to discuss community and business outreach. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the session is primarily a discussion.

• Review of 2025 Warrant Land Use articles for economic development impact
• Discussion of community and business outreach strategies

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct preliminary site plan review for a large mixed-use retail/commercial development on over 20 acres at 102 Indian Rock Road and 82 Range Road. The board will also hold a final major site plan hearing for a 15,240 sq ft church at 125 North Lowell Road and consider a final minor subdivision lot line adjustment at 28-30 Governor Dinsmore Road, along with an extension request for that case. Additionally, the board will review minutes from December 2024 meetings and hear old/new business.

• Case 2024-31: Preliminary Site Plan for a marketplace village with grocery, retail, restaurant, and other uses on 20+ acres (142K sq ft footprint)
• Case 2024-32: Final Major Site Plan for a 15,240 sq ft church assembly building with driveway and parking at 125 North Lowell Road
• Case 2024-33: Final Minor Subdivision to adjust lot lines between 28 and 30 Governor Dinsmore Road, with a requested deadline extension to February 5, 2025
• Approval of minutes from December 4, 11, and 18, 2024 meetings

The Windham Planning Board approved a final major site plan for a 15,240-square-foot church building at 125 North Lowell Road, with conditions requiring an approved well and septic system. The board also opened and closed a preliminary site plan review for a mixed-use retail development at 102 Indian Rock Road and 82 Range Road, and continued a lot line adjustment case to February 5, 2025.

• Approved final site plan for church at 125 North Lowell Road (6-0) with conditions of approved well and septic
• Opened preliminary site plan for mixed-use development at 102 Indian Rock Road & 82 Range Road (6-0)
• Closed preliminary site plan for mixed-use development at 102 Indian Rock Road & 82 Range Road (6-0)
• Continued lot line adjustment at 28 & 30 Gov Dinsmore Road to February 5, 2025 (6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear continued cases for five properties seeking variances from zoning ordinances, including lot size, setbacks, and wetland buffer requirements. The board will also review meeting minutes and hold a non-public session as needed. New cases have been rescheduled to January 28.

• 63-2024: Balcon Holdings LLC requests variances to build a single-family dwelling on 63 Mammoth Rd within the Wetland and Watershed Protection District.
• 50-2024 and 59-2024: Benchmark Engineering and Benchmark LLC seek variances to raze and replace non-conforming buildings at 22-L-8 (West Shore Rd) with a larger single-family home.
• 57-2024: Matthew Rounds requests variance to allow a detached accessory dwelling unit in the front yard at 1 Timberlane Rd.
• 61-2024: Benchmark LLC seeks multiple variances for a major expansion of a single-family dwelling at 1 Grove St near Cobbetts Pond, from 802 sq ft to 2,415 sq ft.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a new single-family dwelling at 63 Mammoth Rd (5-0) with conditions including a Clean Solutions septic system and stormwater mitigation, but denied relief from Section 601.4.8, requiring a special permit review. The Board denied variances for two properties on West Shore Rd (Cases 50-2024 and 59-2024) and for a detached accessory dwelling unit at 1 Timberlane Rd (Case 57-2024), all by 5-0 votes. Case 61-2024 for 1 Grove St was continued to January 28, 2025.

• Granted variance relief for 63 Mammoth Rd (Case 63-2024) with conditions (5-0)
• Denied relief from Section 601.4.8 for 63 Mammoth Rd (4-1)
• Denied variance for West Shore Rd (Case 50-2024) (5-0)
• Denied variance for West Shore Rd (Case 59-2024) (5-0)
• Denied variance for detached ADU at 1 Timberlane Rd (Case 57-2024) (5-0)
• Continued Case 61-2024 for 1 Grove St to January 28 (5-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on a proposal to accept a one-time appropriation of $23,553.89 from the Leary Firefighters Foundation for the Fire Department. The board will also consider a ZBA special exception request for a walkway at the Chick Austin portion of the Cemetery on the Hill, release a $700 cash financial guarantee for 6 Orchard Blossom Road, and act on six property tax abatement requests. Other business includes approving minutes, payroll manifests, and a possible non-public session.

• Public hearing on a $23,553.89 appropriation from the Leary Firefighters Foundation for the Fire Department
• Request to approve a ZBA special exception for a walkway to the Chick Austin portion of the Cemetery on the Hill
• Financial guarantee release of $700 cash at 6 Orchard Blossom Road (7-B-34)
• Six property tax abatement requests (21-D-1, 21-A-35, 22-L-83, 22-L-7, 11-A-700-49, 13-J-50)
• Approval of minutes from five prior meetings and payroll/manifests

The Windham Select Board approved a $23,553.89 grant from the Leary Firefighter Foundation for escape belts and kits, and approved a language change in the Community Power Plan. In non-public session, the board voted to offer Michael Branley the town administrator role at a salary of $136,177.60 per year, with indemnity and termination clauses. Several prior meeting minutes were approved.

• Accepted $23,553.89 Leary Firefighter Foundation grant for escape belts (4-0)
• Approved changing 'will' to 'may' in Community Power Plan Section III b (4-0)
• Approved non-public minutes of Oct 28, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved public minutes of Nov 18, 2024 (3-0-1, Hohenberger abstained)
• Approved non-public minutes of Nov 18, 2024 as amended (3-0-1, Hohenberger abstained)
• Approved non-public minutes of Nov 25, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved non-public minutes of Dec 9, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved public minutes of Dec 16, 2024 as amended (4-0)

Cemetery Trustees

The Windham Cemetery Trustees voted 3-0 not to support a walkway connecting the proposed Windham Playhouse project to the Hill Cemetery, citing concerns about vandalism and the cemetery being closed in winter. The trustees expressed support for the project itself. A letter stating the vote and support will be sent to the developer and Selectmen.

• Voted 3-0 against supporting a walkway to Hill Cemetery
• Approved drafting a letter to Karl Dubay, Steve Doherty, and Selectmen stating the vote and project support

Economic Development Committee

The Windham Economic Development Committee meets to discuss updates from the November NHDOT PAC meeting, which presented four alternatives for a road project: no action, 3 lanes with traffic management, 5 lanes with signals, and 4 lanes with median roundabouts. Subcommittee reports on land use, infrastructure, and promotion will be given. The committee will also discuss a 2025 planning workshop.

• NHDOT PAC meeting update with four alternatives: no action, 3-lane traffic management, 5-lane signals, 4-lane median with roundabouts
• Subcommittee reports: Land Use, Infrastructure, and Promote Windham
• Liaison reports from Planning Board, Board of Selectmen, and Salem Chamber
• Discussion on 2025 WEDC Planning Workshop in February
• Appointment of alternates and approval of November 2024 minutes

The Windham Economic Development Committee (WEDC) met on January 10, 2025, and discussed the Planning Board's decision to place a zoning amendment on the March ballot to remove the Market Square overlay district. The committee did not take a formal position but deferred to its Land Use subcommittee to recommend any publicity. Other items included updates on a ribbon cutting, a site plan for Middlesex Glass, and budget matters.

• Approved minutes from November 8, 2024 (7-0-0)
• Appointed Whitney Taylor as alternate for Jake Cross
• Deferred decision on Market Square overlay publicity to Land Use subcommittee
• Discussed potential Promote Windham events for late spring
• Noted Town Administrator selection to conclude in 3-4 weeks
• Noted budget increase of 4.6% with $600k subject to citizen articles

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review several applications for relief from wetland and buffer requirements for residential and commercial projects. The body will also discuss the management of conservation lands, including the Fessenden Mill Dam property and Golden Meadow bridge.

• Case 64-2024: Proposal for 7 cottage dwellings and 6 condo units at 150 & 152 Range Rd
• Case 2024-31: Preliminary Site Plan for a 142K SF mixed-use retail development at 102 Indian Rock Road & 82 Range Road
• Case 2024-32: Major Site Plan for a 15,240 square foot church assembly building at 125 No Lowell Road
• Case 62-2024: Request for a 768 sq ft garage at 8 Field Rd to be 55 feet from a seasonal tributary stream
• Case 63-2024: Request for a new single-family dwelling and septic at 63 Mammoth Rd within the WWPD

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on six proposed zoning amendments, including restricting short-term rentals in residential units, requiring ADU ownership by natural persons, adjusting impervious surface calculations in the watershed overlay, rezoning the historic Fessenden Mill site to Historic District, expanding the watershed overlay to Shadow Lake, and revising Village Center District standards.

• Public hearing on Zoning Amendment #2: Transient Occupancy – amends definitions to restrict short-term rentals (under 30 days) in residential units.
• Public hearing on Zoning Amendment #3: ADU Ownership – requires ADUs in entity-owned properties to be transferred to a natural person within 6 months or terminated.
• Public hearing on Zoning Amendment #4: Impervious Surface in WPOD – counts 50% of artificial pervious surfaces as impervious.
• Public hearing on Zoning Amendment #5: Rezoning to Historic District – rezones Map 21-A-35 and 21-D-1 on Golden Brook Road (Fessenden Mill site) from Residence District A to Historic District.
• Public hearing on Zoning Amendment #6: Expand WPOD to include Shadow Lake watershed as delineated by Keach Norstrom in December 2024.

The Windham Planning Board voted to send four zoning amendments to the town warrant: Amendment #4 (impervious surface in watershed), #5 (rezoning to Historic District), #6 (expand watershed district to Shadow Lake), and #7 (Village Center District changes). The board rejected Amendment #2 (transient occupancy) and pulled Amendment #3 (ADU ownership) from the warrant. All votes were recorded as listed in the minutes.

• Amendment #2 (transient occupancy) failed to move to warrant (3-4)
• Amendment #3 (ADU ownership) pulled from warrant (5-2)
• Amendment #4 (impervious surface in WPOD) moved to warrant and recommended (6-1, 7-0)
• Amendment #5 (rezoning to Historic District) moved to warrant and recommended (7-0)
• Amendment #6 (expand WPOD to Shadow Lake) moved to warrant and recommended (6-1)
• Amendment #7 (Village Center District) not sent to warrant (4-3)
• Minutes for Nov 20, 2024 approved as amended (6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear several continued cases and one new case. Continued cases include requests to replace non-conforming structures on West Shore Rd and 1 Grove St, an accessory dwelling unit at 1 Timberlane Rd, and a sports dome at 39 Roulston Rd. The only new case is for a single-family dwelling at 63 Mammoth Rd within the WWPD.

• Continued case 60-2024: 80-ft sports dome at 39 Roulston Rd, requesting relief from height (35-ft limit) and WWPD buffer restrictions
• Continued case 50-2024: Replace non-conforming building with 1,425-sq-ft home at West Shore Rd, seeking reduced setbacks
• Continued case 57-2024: 800-sq-ft detached accessory dwelling unit at 1 Timberlane Rd, located in front yard on corner lot
• Continued case 61-2024: Replace 802-sq-ft home with 2,415-sq-ft home at 1 Grove St, with expansions in area/volume and wetland setbacks
• New case 63-2024: Single-family dwelling, septic, and driveway at 63 Mammoth Rd within WWPD, seeking minimum lot area relief

The Windham Zoning Board of Adjustment, operating with only four members due to excused absences, voted unanimously to continue all five pending cases to later dates. No substantive decisions were made on any applications. The board also continued a new case, 63-2024, to allow the applicant to gather more information.

• Continued Case #50-2024 to January 14th (4-0)
• Continued Case #57-2024 to January 14th (4-0)
• Continued Case #59-2024 to January 28th (4-0)
• Continued Case #60-2024 to January 28th (4-0)
• Continued Case #61-2024 to January 14th (4-0)
• Continued Case #63-2024 to January 14th, to be heard first (4-0)
• Adjourned at 8:15 pm (4-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on the FY 2025 town budget and warrants. They will also discuss a request to name Field A at Griffin Park, a plaque honoring first responders, bid awards for landscape and cleaning services, and an update to the fee schedule. A rehearing on a Board of Health decision regarding 8 Ash Street is scheduled.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 budget and warrants
• Request to name Field A at Griffin Park
• Request for a plaque in Town Hall honoring first responders (American Legion Post 109)
• Bid awards for landscape and cleaning services
• Discussion on updating the fee schedule

The Windham Select Board held a public hearing and voted to place multiple articles on the 2025 town warrant, including a capital reserve fund for general maintenance (amended to $100,000) and a town hall exterior project. They also awarded contracts for landscaping and cleaning services, and granted a rehearing for a property at 8 Ash Street. The board did not approve an article for conservation land purchase (Article 11) due to a tie vote.

• Awarded 3-year landscaping bid to Boyden Landscaping ($152,000/$156,000/$156,500) (5-0)
• Granted cleaning bid at $114,000 for 2-month trial, with option to extend to 1 year (5-0)
• Allowed rehearing for 8 Ash Street (21-V-230) (6-0)
• Moved Article 7 (capital reserve) to warrant, amended to $100,000, recommended (5-0)
• Moved Article 10 (town hall exterior) to warrant and recommended (4-1)
• Article 11 (conservation land) failed to move to warrant (2-2)
• Moved Article 15 (housing project lease) to warrant and recommended (5-0)
• Moved Article 16 (watershed ordinance) to warrant as amended and recommended (5-0)

Housing Authority

The Windham Housing Authority will review and finalize a presentation to the Board of Selectmen regarding an elderly housing land lease request. This presentation is scheduled for the Selectmen's January 6, 2025 meeting, where warrant articles for the 2025 Town Meeting will be voted on. The board will also discuss the annual report due by January 10, 2025.

• Review and approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Final presentation planning for elderly housing land lease request to Board of Selectmen at their January 6 meeting
• Warrant articles for 2025 Town Meeting to be voted on at the January 6 Selectmen meeting
• Windham Housing Authority Annual Report for 2024 due by January 10, 2025

Historic District / Heritage Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to approve minutes from the prior meeting and receive updates from subcommittees on signs, parks, and beautification. Members will also discuss tax cards and the potential historic district designation for the Fessenden Mill property. A round-table session will address any other concerns.

• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Updates from TRC, DRC, Beautification, Book, Signs, and Pocket Parks committees
• Tax cards discussion (Derek and Brad)
• Fessenden Mill property historic district discussion
• Round table and other concerns