Planning Board Meeting Agenda – 6/9/26
Walpole Planning Board Agenda
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Town Hall
7 pm
Roll Call: Appointment of alternates if needed.
Call to order:
Minutes: Review minutes of the May 2026 meeting.
Old Business:
Public Hearing: Continued from May.
Site Plan Application: Snowplow Sales Development, Brookside Real Estate LLC and Levi Hubbard, 538 Main Street, Tax Map 12, Lot 58, Commercial District. This includes a 3,360 square-foot office and a two-story 8,000 square-foot store for snowplow and small equipment sales. There will be open bins with various types of soil and mulch and two larger ones for sand and salt. They will host a landscaping business.
Public Hearing No. 2.:
Site Plan Application: Hubbard Farm, Jim Wilson and Mark Houghton presenter. Enlarge building at Hidden Acres Lane.
Thursday, June 23: Workshop: draft ordinance on Family-Based-Child Care Zoning with Sarah Bollinger SWRPC: 7 pm: Conference Room in Basement
Walpole Players Fall Show Auditions – 6/3 & 6/4/26
Walpole Players 2026 Fall Show
Save the date for our next production: November 13-15! Friday and Saturday evening shows and Sunday matinee.
Auditions for I Don’t Have a Clue will be this week – June 3rd & 4th from 5:30-7pm at the Helen Miller Theater in the Walpole Town Hall. You must be able to stay for the entire audition time on ONE of these nights and these are the only available times to audition.
Rehearsal info will be available at the auditions. Some summer rehearsals with the schedule changing in September.
I Don’t Have a Clue
Written by Craig Sedaro
Directed by Jenny Plante
Looking for a Stage Manager!
Casting: 8-10 men; 7-8 women; 4 Either & Extras. The cast includes some teenagers.
Friends of the Library Book Sale – Book Sorting Starts 6/10/26
Book sorting starts June 10th, all welcome!
Want to get involved behind the scenes? Book sorting begins the second Wednesday of June (June 10th) and continues weekly through the fall in preparation for the October sale.
Sorting sessions run from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and are a fun, low-key way to connect with neighbors while supporting the library. No experience necessary — just a love of books and a willingness to pitch in!
If you’d like to join us, stop by during any Wednesday session or reach out to the Friends for more information.
Donating Books
We gratefully accept donations of gently used books, and there are a couple of easy ways to contribute:
Large Donations: Please bring large donations to the Coops, behind the Hungry Diner, during Wednesday sorting hours (9:30–10:30 a.m.). This helps us manage volume and keep things organized for the sale.
Everyday Donations: Smaller donations are accepted at the Walpole Recycling & Reuse Center during their open hours: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
*Please ensure all donated items are in good, readable condition. We appreciate your thoughtfulness in helping books find new homes!*
Annual Book Sale — October 24 & 25, 2026
Mark your calendars! Our Annual Book Sale returns the last full weekend of October- Saturday, October 24th and Sunday, October 25th.
This beloved community tradition is our biggest fundraiser of the year, featuring thousands of gently used books, all at remarkably low prices. Whether you’re looking for a great novel, a cookbook, a children’s classic, or a hidden gem, there’s something for every reader.
All proceeds directly support the Walpole Public Library and its programs. We hope to see you there!
Details on location, hours, and pricing will be posted as the date approaches.
Selectboard Meeting Minutes – 5/21/26
Town of Walpole, New Hampshire
Meeting of the Selectboard
May 21, 2026
Selectboard Present: Carolyn Vose, Chair, Cheryl Mayberry, and Steven Dalessio
Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration, and Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary
Guests Present: Jane Malmberg, Sanford Horskin and Joan Horskin
Call to Order: Ms. Vose called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.
The first item was moved to the top of the agenda to accommodate guests.
Library Ramp Railing Extension
Mrs. Malmberg doesn’t know if the existing ramp is ADA compliant. She was not here when it was built and has not seen documentation. Double strollers and wheelchairs do get into the Library. By consensus, the Selectboard requested that someone knowledgeable determine what can be done to make the Library as accessible as possible. Mrs. Malmberg will call Mark Houghton. The State Library might also be helpful. Mrs. Downing will call Primex. All agreed that the Town wants to do the best that is possible to be ADA compliant since this a Town funded building improvement. It was noted that the second door going into the Library doesn’t have a push button.
Mrs. Malmberg, and Mr. and Mrs. Horskin left the meeting.
Accounts Payable
Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $52,370.95 dated 5/26/2026, an ACH payment of $41,062.01 to HealthTrust for June coverage, and an ACH payment of $85,666.16 to the Village of Bellows Falls for sewer bond and usage fees. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved.
Payroll
Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $35,260.47 dated 5/22/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,524.92. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, Payroll was approved.
Selectboard Meeting Minutes
Selectboard Meeting – May 14, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of May 14, 2026. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved. Ms. Vose was not present at this meeting.
Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – May 14, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of May 14, 2026. The minutes will remain sealed. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the Non-Public minutes were approved.
Committee Reports
Mr. Dalessio brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:
- North Walpole Village Commissioners Meeting Minutes – April 7, 2026
- North Walpole Village Commissioners Meeting Minutes – April 14, 2026
- North Walpole Village Commissioners Meeting Minutes – April 28, 2026
- Planning Board Meeting Minutes – May 12, 2026 – postponed
Ms. Vose acknowledged the North Walpole Village Commissioners Meeting minutes. The copy of the Planning Board minutes the Selectboard has does not include a significant amendment. The acknowledgement will be postponed until next week.
Timber Yield Taxes Assessed and Warrant
Op # 25-461-02, Map and Lot # 014-005-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the taxes assessed and warrant for $970.01. 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 # 008-022-000 of $29.29. 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 # 008-022-001 of $8.20. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.
Building Permits
2014-10 Renewal, Map and Lot# 012-013-004: The Selectboard does not have all the necessary information to sign this building permit. This permit application will be postponed until the information is received.
2026-09, Map and Lot# 019-040-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit #2026-09 for Map and Lot # 019-040-000 to enclose an existing porch and carport, a total of 900 square feet. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.
2026-10, Map and Lot# 021-009-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit #2026-10 for Map and Lot # 021-009-000 to construct stairs and a deck at the back of the building. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.
New Business
Recreation Revolving Fund Request: Mr. Dalessio moved to spend $3,296.00 from the Recreation Revolving Fund for the new North Walpole Village Park sign as specified in Purchase Order #457328 for Signworx. This is the last half of the price of the sign. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved and the purchase order signed.
North Walpole School State Expo Invitation: The Fourth Grade invited the Selectboard to attend the State Expo on June 9th. Ms. Mayberry plans to attend. Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose are unable to attend because of commitments at work.
Non-Public Business RSA 91-A:3 II (a)(b)(c)
Mr. Dalessio moved into enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a)(b)(c) at 7:18 PM. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.
The meeting was reconvened at 7:56 PM.
Mr. Dalessio moved that the Non-Public Session Minutes be sealed. Ms. Mayberry seconded. 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 7:59 PM. Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.
The meeting was reconvened at 8:10 PM.
Adjournment: Ms. Vose declared the meeting adjourned at 8:10 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary
(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the May 28, 2026 Selectboard meeting.)
Zoning Board Public Notice
WALPOLE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
PUBLIC NOTICE
You are hereby notified of the following Public Hearing to be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 7 pm in the Town Hall. The following formally submitted application will be reviewed by the Board for completeness and, if complete, accepted by the Board and the Public Hearing held.
Public Hearing for a Variance: Ryan and Amy Royce, 16 Short Lane, are proposing a detached garage 10 feet from a boundary line. Zoning Article V, D-2 Yard Requirements requires 20 feet from any side or rear boundary. Tax Map 17, Lot 17, Residential A.
All abutters and interested parties are encouraged to attend. To be heard on this matter, you or a duly authorized agent must either attend the hearing in person or submit your comments in writing, prior to the hearing to the Walpole Zoning Board, PO Box 729, Walpole, NH 03608.
If final action is delayed or the hearing continued, the application will remain on the agenda for the following Zoning Board meeting, or until a decision is reached, without further notice. The application and plans are available for public inspection at the Town Offices. Meeting minutes and public notices are posted inside the Town Hall, on the bulletin board outside Post Office.
June 2026 Clarion Now Online
And ready for mailing to all postal addresses in Walpole, North Walpole, and Drewsville — 1,549 total copies. For June I have 16 pages for you to enjoy. Remember, for a color experience with both pictures and ads, do visit the on-line edition.
For now CLICK THIS LINK for the JUNE issue, or on the front cover below. Stay safe and well, yours, RAY BOAS, Publisher
Selectboard Meeting Agenda – 5/28/26
TOWN OF WALPOLE
SELECTBOARD MEETING AGENDA
May 28, 2026
Starting at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall
SELECTBOARD MEETING
WALPOLE SCHOOLS UPDATE with Justin Cassarino
PAYROLL
- Payroll Register totaling $34,753.13 dated 5/29/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,514.87
SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES
- Selectboard Meeting – May 21, 2026
- Selectboard Non-Public Session – May 21, 2026
COMMITTEE REPORTS
- Planning Board Meeting Minutes – May 12, 2026
- Library Trustees Meeting Minutes – May 12, 2026
- Safety Committee Meeting Minutes – May 14, 2026
- Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes – May 20, 2026
ABATEMENTS
- Map and Lot 012-056-002
- Map and Lot 012-056-003
TIMBER INTENTS
- Map and Lot# 003-002-000
- Map and Lot# 009-027-000
- Map and Lot# 010-026-004
EXCAVATION INTENTS
- Map and Lot# 014-013-000
- Map and Lot# 015-011-000
OLD BUSINESS
Pending Further Actions: Old North Main and High Streets Bridges/Culverts, School and Union Street Drainage, Parking Ordinance, Reservoir Dam, Library Ramp Railing Extension
- Special Town Meeting
NEW BUSINESS
- Employee Resignation
- Municipal Red Bridge List in 2025
NON-PUBLIC BUSINESS: RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (b) (c)
**Any recording, audio or visual, and/or other devices must be declared at the beginning of the meeting**
The Walpolean 
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