Hampstead Selectboard OKs RFPs for municipal building maintenance, discusses immigration enforcement program

The Hampstead Board of Selectmen on June 22 unanimously approved sending out requests for proposals (RFPs) for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC services covering all municipal buildings. The board also accepted a series of consent documents and allowed one member to participate remotely.

RFPs for building maintenance

The board voted 5-0 to authorize the release of RFPs for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work on town-owned buildings. The move sets the stage for contractors to bid on routine and emergency maintenance services. No dollar figures or contract terms were discussed during the meeting.

Consent documents accepted

A package of consent agenda items—typically routine approvals such as minutes, warrants, and licenses—was accepted by a 5-0 vote. The specific documents were listed on the meeting agenda.

Remote participation approved

Selectman Morse was allowed to join the meeting via Zoom by a 4-1 vote, with Morse abstaining from the decision. The board’s policy on remote attendance has been a recurring discussion point in previous meetings.

287(g) program discussion

The board held a discussion about the 287(g) program, which allows local law enforcement to partner with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to enforce federal immigration law. The Hampstead Police Chief will continue investigating the program, and no vote or formal decision was taken.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings for Hampstead boards or committees appear on the calendar for the next two weeks as of July 5. Residents should check the town website or notice boards for any late-posted meetings.

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