The Walpolean

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

April 2, 2026

Selectboard Present: Carolyn Vose, Chair, Cheryl Mayberry, and Steven Dalessio

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration, and Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

Call to Order: Mr. Dalessio called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:32 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

Payroll

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $34,006.78 dated 4/3/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,241.72.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – March 26, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of March 26, 2026. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – March 26, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of March 26, 2026.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Non-Public minutes were approved. The minutes are to remain sealed.

Committee Reports

Mr. Dalessio brought to the chair’s attention the following committee report:

• Conservation Commission Meeting Minutes – March 2, 2026

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

Veterans’ Tax Credit:

Map and Lot # 008-092-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Veterans’ Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 008-092-000. New form is required because of ownership name change.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot # 012-055-017: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Veterans’  Total Disability Property Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 012-055-017.  The applicant served more than 90 days of active duty during a time of conflict and was honorably discharged.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor,  the motion was approved.

Solar Tax Credit:

Map and Lot #008-015-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Solar Tax Credit for Map and Lot # 008-015-000. An updated PA-29 is required for change in name of property ownership.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot # 008-084-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Solar Tax Credit for Map and Lot # 008-084-000. An updated PA-29 is required for change in name of property ownership.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Property Tax Refunds

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 028-013-000 of $20.79 for overpayment of Fall 2025 taxes.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 027-001-006 of $185.17 for overpayment of Fall 2025 taxes. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 008-020-000 of $46.20 for overpayment of Fall 2025 taxes.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 005-016-001 of $8.26 for overpayment of Fall 2025 taxes.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 030-044-000 of $12.95 for overpayment of Fall 2025 taxes.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 023-005-000 of $15.41.  for overpayment of Fall 2025 taxes Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 030-026-000 of $30.81 for overpayment of Fall 2025 taxes.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Building Permit

2026-05, Map and Lot# 005-051-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit #2026-05 for Map and Lot # 005-051-000 to construct a 20’ x 20’ steel carport on a concrete slab. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

Solar Energy 990-T Tax Form: Mr. Dalessio moved that the Solar Energy 990-T Tax Form be signed by Ms. Mayberry. She was the Chair of the Selectboard when the form was initially submitted.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the form was approved and signed by Ms. Mayberry. 

Recycling Tipping Rates: Ms. Mayberry reported that for North Walpole, Alva has higher tipping fees but lower transportation for a savings of about $200 per month over Naughton.  North Walpole would like to go with Alva.  By consensus, the Selectboard supported this decision.

250th Anniversary: Steve Dumont is the new Chair of Friends of the Hooper, and he should be included in 250th Anniversary meetings.  Mrs. Downing will set up a meeting of all the interested organizations before a Selectboard meeting.

Houghton Brook Bridge: Mr. Dalessio spoke with John Davis who is now a member of the Committee reviewing State bridge projects.  Mr. Davis is going to seek a reimbursement for the Town for monies already spent on the Houghton Brook Bridge on Wentworth Road.

New Business

High Street Garage Roof Quotes: Two quotes have been obtained, one from Jancewicz & Sons, and the other from Long’s Roofing.  There was a discussion about selling the High Street garage with a minimum bid since the is low need for the garage. There was a consensus not to reroof the building.

Gazebo Stairs and Landing Repair Quote: The only quote was obtained from Jancewicz & Sons for $17,955.00.  No other contractors responded to requests for quotes. The quote amount will be confirmed. The account for ongoing maintenance on the gazebo has about $4,000; the American Legion Fund has $22,000. The Quinton Fund has $17,000 but only the interest can be used. 

Water & Sewer Invoices: EE Houghton Co. handles the water and sewer work for the Town as a department. Mr. Dalessio explained that it is confusing because EE Houghton is also a vendor for other work. From now on, Mr. Dalessio will review and sign Houghton invoices before they go to the Selectboard for approval.  In effect, Mr. Dalessio will now serve as the department manager for the Water and Sewer department where invoices are involved. Going forward, each department will write a purchase order for any electrical or plumbing work needed, just as they do for all other expenditures.  In the future, Houghton invoices will be separated for water dept., sewer dept., and electrical or plumbing costs.  There will be a meeting with the Selectboard, Mrs. Daigle, Mr. Houghton, and members of his staff to iron out all the details.  May 13th was suggested for the meeting if all participants are available.

Summer Basketball for Adults: Mr. Wilkes has been approached about a basketball league for adults.  By consensus, the Selectboard approves the idea if the players pay the cost of refs, etc.  Ms. Mayberry thought that in the past,  there were not enough adult players to run a league.

Non-Public Business RSA 91-A:3 II (b)(c)

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (b) at 7:35 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:45 PM.

Mr. Dalessio moved that the Non-Public Session Minutes be sealed. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Hooper Trustees

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 7:45 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:47 PM.

Adjournment: Ms. Vose declared the meeting adjourned at 7:47 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the April 9, 2026 Selectboard meeting.)