Plaistow selectmen begin water rate talks; panels weigh traffic safety, solar rules
Plaistow officials last week launched discussions on water rates and budget committee communications, while advisory boards took up highway safety grants, capital project priorities, and solar zoning. All recent meetings were conducted with agendas only; approved minutes were not yet available at press time.
Board of Selectmen (June 22)
The Board of Selectmen addressed an upcoming water rate discussion and a resident’s request for Budget Committee emails during a June 22 session. The agenda also included a special session called by a resident, approval of June 15 draft minutes, and a review of the accounts payable manifest.
Highway Safety Advisory Committee (June 23)
The Highway Safety Advisory Committee convened June 23 to elect a chair and approve April minutes. Old business covered sensory impaired child signs on Timberlane Road and a traffic calming project. New business included traffic enforcement efforts—incorporating a speed trailer and commercial vehicle enforcement—highway safety grant funding, and concerns raised by residents on Forrest Street, Hoyt Farm Road, and Cole’s Way.
CIP Committee (June 24)
The Capital Improvements Program Committee reviewed 2025 recommendations, initiated departmental requests for the coming year, and examined potential revenue sources. The group also assessed capital requests set for the 2026 Official Ballot, clarified the definition of a capital improvement, and discussed recommendation targets.
Stormwater Task Force (June 25)
The Stormwater Task Force met to review Year 8 MS4 permit requirements and its action item list from 2022–2026, including an outfall investigation follow-up. Members completed Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination training and scheduled a winter 2026 meeting.
Zoning Board of Adjustment (June 25)
The Zoning Board of Adjustment considered alternate member applications and by-law draft changes during its June 25 meeting. Routine business included approval of prior minutes and board updates.
Energy Committee (July 1)
The Energy Committee met July 1 to review the town’s Solar Zoning Ordinance. The session also covered old and new business related to energy and community power.
Coming up
- **July 6 — Board of Selectmen**: The selectmen will swear in Police Officer Jadiel Gonzalez, discuss the Highway Safety Advisory Committee, and hold a discussion on the CP2 Charter. A consent agenda and possible nonpublic sessions for personnel, property, or legal matters are also listed.
- **July 13 — Board of Selectmen/Budget Committee Workshop**: The two bodies will hold a joint workshop; no further agenda details have been released.
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