The Walpolean

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

August 6, 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: Charlotte King, from the Reformer, and Jack Franks, Abenaki Springs/Avanru Dev.

Call to Order: Ms. Vose called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

Payroll

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $41,022.17 dated 8/7/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,528.22.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – July 30, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 30, 2026. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Session – July 30, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard Session of July 30, 2026 with the minutes to remain sealed.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Non-Public minutes were approved.

Building Permit

2014-10, Map and Lot# 012-013-004: Mr. Dalessio moved to table the renewal of Building Permit #2014-10 for Map and Lot # 012-013-004 to construct a third phase of Abenaki Springs development until the Town receives the construction drawings from Mr. Franks. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved. 

Old Business

FMRSD Payment Request: FMRSD is requesting the July payment and future payments through the tax rate setting date. The Treasurer, Steve Varone, has already made the ACH payment for July.  The School District did not provide the Town with a payment schedule past the June payment.  The Articles of Agreement says they will provide Towns with a schedule until the new rate is set  which is typically in October.  The Selectboard requests that Steve Varone attend the next meeting.

Jack Franks arrived during the discussion of the FMRSD Payment Request.

Great River Hydro’s FERC License: Great River Hydro is requesting expedited approval by the government.  By consensus, the Selectboard supports the request since Great River Hydro has met all the requirements for the license.

Hubbard Inc. Solid Waste Permit Waiver: The permit is no longer required since they have an incinerator. Ms. Vose acknowledged receipt of the letter from NHDES.

Abenaki Springs – Phase 3: Mr. Franks stated that he wants the 2014 building permit renewed. Ms. Vose explained that it was tabled earlier in the meeting because construction plans are not available. Mr. Franks stated that he will not go to the Planning Board for another Site Plan Review.  Ms. Vose commented that it was clearly stated that until the Town and State Fire Marshall have the construction plans, it is impossible to approve a building permit.  Mr. Franks was reminded that since Phase 3 is to be built now, the design must be consistent with today’s standards and safety codes. Mr. Franks said he will pay to have up-to-date site plans and construction drawings, including electrical and plumbing prepared by his architects.  He will get the drawings to Mark Houghton, the Fire Chief and the State Fire Marshall when they are ready for review.

Mr. Franks left the meeting.

New Business

Authorization for Registering Vehicles Letter: Mr. Dalessio moved to accept the letter to authorize Mike Symonds to register the new truck for the Town of Walpole.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the letter was approved and signed.

2027 Highway Block Grant: Ms. Mayberry said there is $143,096.88 in the 2027 Block Grant for Walpole.  There will be four payments throughout the year.  The Town is lucky to have this grant because it is a big part of our Highway budget.

Thank You Letter: The Town received a thank you letter in appreciation for Walpole’s donation to Our Place.  Ms. Vose acknowledged the letter.

Hooper Trustees

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 6:56 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:00 PM.

Charlotte King left the meeting.

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

Ms. Mayberry  moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a)(c) at 7:04 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:55 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.

Adjournment: Ms. Vose declared the meeting adjourned at 7:55 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the August 13, 2026 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

July 30, 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: Patrick Kiniry and  Joe DiBernardo, North Walpole Commissioners; and Rose Bolio, North Walpole Village Clerk

Call to Order: Ms. Vose called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

The Non-Public Session was moved to the top of the agenda to accommodate guests.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (b)(c)(e) at 6:32 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:40 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.

Mr. Kiniry, Mr. DiBernardo and Ms. Bolio left during the non-public session.

Accounts Payable

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Purchase Order #498248 for $200,184.42 for Arlington Paving Company for summer paving.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Purchase Order #295560 for $500.00 for Hockensmith & Dowd, PC for legal research on the Hooper Institute.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $507,029.62 dated 8/4/2026. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and  Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve an ACH request for the Village of Bellows Falls for $89,394.19 for wastewater usage and the sewer bond.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve an ACH request for Health Trust for $49,512.46 for employee health insurance.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Payroll

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $39,538.28 dated 7/31/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,140.99.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Water and Sewer Utility Meeting – July 22, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Water and Sewer Utility meeting of July 22, 2026. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the minutes were approved.

Selectboard Meeting – July 23, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 23, 2026. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Session Minutes – July 23, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Session of the Selectboard meeting of July 23, 2026.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Non-Public Session minutes were approved.

Committee Reports

Mr. Dalessio brought to the Board’s attention the following committee reports:

• Trustees of the Trust Funds Meeting– April 29, 2026 
• Trustees of the Trust Funds Meeting – July 22, 2026 
• Trail Committee Meeting – June 2026 
• Trail Committee Meeting – July 8, 2026 

Ms. Vose acknowledged these minutes.

Water and SEWER WARRANTS

Walpole Water Fees: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the warrant for Walpole Water Fees for $50,806.56. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Walpole Sewer Fees: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the warrant for Walpole Sewer Fees totaling $78,758.36.   Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

North Walpole Sewer Fees: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the warrant for North Walpole Sewer Fees for $60,503.17.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Building and Demolition Permits

2026-27, Map and Lot# 017-008-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit #2026-27 for Map and Lot # 017-008-000 to construct a 36’ x 30’ attached garage and 16’ x 16’ screened porch. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

Reservoir Dam Grant Disbursements: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Reservoir Dam Grant Disbursement for $10,403.48 and for Mr. Dalessio to sign the form. And also, to approve the Reservoir Dam Geant Disbursement for $23,930.26 and for Mr. Dalessio to sign the form.  These are the final two payments on this project.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio and in favor, the motion was approved, and the forms were signed.

New Business

Primex Return of Surplus: Primex will return a surplus of $4,711.00 from the 2025 liability and Workers’ Compensation coverage.  Ms. Wight has requested a refund check.  Ms. Vose acknowledged that Primex is returning the premium overpayment.

Adjournment: Ms. Vose declared the meeting adjourned at 7:53 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the August 6, 2026 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

July 23, 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: Tara Sad

Call to Order: Ms. Vose called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

The River Valley Seniors at Home was moved to the top of the agenda to accommodate a guest who wished to speak about the topic.

River Valley Seniors at Home

Ms. Sad said The River Valley Seniors at Home (RVSAH) had a “Welcome to Walpole Festival” four years ago. They are considering hosting it again this year. A date in October will be confirmed with the Board of Directors and scheduled with the Selectboard Office. The start and end times have yet to be determined.  There will be a band, games, pies, and fall decorations.  All non-profits will be invited.  Ms. Sad would like to invite the Police Dept., Walpole Fire and EMS, and Hooper Institute to participate.  RVSAH would need the use of the gazebo, electricity, tables, chairs, trash cans and trash removal.  At this point, Ms. Sad is seeking approval to move forward and to invite the Town organizations.  By consensus, the Selectboard thinks they should move forward with their plans.

In the fall, River Valley Seniors at Home (RVSAH) will host a focus group in Town Hall to ask what seniors need that they are not getting.  The focus groups will also be held in the surrounding towns with the goal of helping RVSAH understand and address the unmet needs.

Ms. Sad left the meeting.

Accounts Payable

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Overpayment/Refund voucher totaling $1.00 to Fall Mountain Regional School District because they sent a check for the wrong amount. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor. the voucher was approved. 

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the ACH payment request totaling $50,830.87 related to the Fanny Mason Timber Harvest. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the ACH was approved. 

Ms. Vose noted that when the 2026 budget was developed, it was assumed that Meals on Wheels from the Bellow Falls Senior Center would continue to feed North Walpole residents.  That did not happen because of federal/state fund restrictions. Instead, Fall Mountain Food Shelf and Friendly Meals deliver meals to North Walpole residents.  The question was raised whether the budgeted amount should still be donated to Bellow Falls Senior Center.  By consensus, the Board agreed to send the $3,000 check to the Bellow Falls Senior Center as approved in the 2026 budget.

Payroll

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $40,404.19 dated 7/24/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,437.28.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – July 15, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 15, 2026.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – July 15, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of July 15, 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.

Committee Reports

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

• Supervisors of the Checklist Meeting– July 8, 2026
• Police Station Building Committee Meeting – July 13, 2026
• Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting – July 15, 2026

Ms. Vose acknowledged these minutes.

Property Tax Refunds

Map and Lot # 011-049-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 011-049-000 and a refund of $95.00 because of overpayment of the spring tax bill.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot 008-022-001: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Tax Refund for Map and Lot 008-022-001 and a refund of $3,789.00 because of overpayment of the spring tax bill.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot # 020-028-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 020-028-000 and a refund of $3,821.00 because of overpayment of the spring tax bill.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot # 028-141-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 028-141-000 and a refund of $540.00 because of overpayment of the spring tax bill.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot # 009-023-003: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 009-023-003 and a refund of $152.00 because of overpayment of the spring tax bill.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Timber Intents

Map and Lot # 004-027-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Timber Intent for Map and Lot # 004-027-000, off Rt. 12.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lots # 003-084-000, 003-084-002, 003-084-003, and 003-084-004: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Timber Intent for Map and Lots # 003-084-000, 003-084-002, 003-084-003, and 003-084-004, off Scovill Road.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot # 009-012-002: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Timber Intent for Map and Lot # 009-012-002, off March Hill Road.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Building Permit

2026-25, Map and Lot# 012-050-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit #2026-25 for Map and Lot # 012-050-000 to construct an 8’ x 40’ covered porch/deck. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

High Street Culvert/Bridge Repair:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve and have the Chair sign the Agents Authorization Form.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the form was approved and signed by Ms. Vose.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve and have the Chair sign the Wetland Permit Application.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the application was approved and signed by Ms. Vose.

New Business

Water-Sewer Users Email Notification List: There have been requests for email notifications since the boil water notice was posted.  The Town needs a way to send email blasts to residents for water issues, road closures, etc.  Highway is doing a Facebook page.  We want to email and send texts.  In the future, boil water messages should specify that private wells are not impacted.  Ms. Vose will look at applications and make a recommendation.

In Person Staff Meeting: The In Person Staff Meeting on August 20th will focus on Department succession plans and budget preparation:

1. All Departments need to submit succession plans to their liaison by 8/14/206.  The plans will be shared with the whole Selectboard for recommendations and questions during the 8/20 meeting. 
2. In preparation for budgets, Ms. Wight will prepare reports for all Departments by 9/2.   The reports will include all the August transactions posted so they can be used to prepare 2026 budgets.  These budgets must be submitted to Ms. Wight by 9/10 so that she can consolidate the data for the Selectboard to use at their 9/18 budget meeting.

Letter of Deficiency for Hubbard Farms: The temperature monitoring process in the EU01 incinerator needs to be corrected at the Pomeroy Farm location.  Ms. Vose acknowledged the notice from NHDES.

New Police Station Bond Informational Meeting: There will be an additional information meeting on the new Police Station bond on Saturday, August 15 at 10:00 AM in the Town Hall.  This will be another opportunity for Walpole residents to learn about the new Police Station and have their questions answered before the vote.  The Special Town Meeting to vote on a bond for the New Police Station will be at 7:00 PM on Monday August 17, 2026 in the Town Hall.

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

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (b)(e) at 7:15 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:30 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.

Adjournment: Ms. Vose declared the meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the July 30, 2026 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

July 15, 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: Diane Harty, Moe Harty, Kaian Wilkes, Recreation Director; Lauria Smith, Marshall McGuirk, Ashley Adams, Erinn Richardson, and Simon Gascoyne, Health Officer

Call to Order: Ms. Vose called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:37 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

The following was moved to the top of the agenda to accommodate guests.

Donation to the North Walpole Park

When the donation was first mentioned to Mr. and Mrs. Harty, it was described as “maybe enough for a bench”.  The donation was $5,000.  Ms. Mayberry explained that all donations to the Town become part of the public funds. However, the money can be earmarked for the North Walpole Park and held in the Recreation Revolving Fund.  Ms. Mayberry will be sure it ends up in the right fund, and it is correctly recorded for the North Walpole Park.  Mr. and Mrs. Harty would like to form a committee of community members to determine what is needed. The Selectboard asked that the committee include a variety of interests and local businesses.  The committee will also do some fundraising.  One thought is to create a pickleball court.  Ms. Mayberry suggested looking into grants which are relatively easy to find for healthy outdoor activity.  The Selectboard also reminded Mr. and Mrs. Harty to keep the North Walpole Commissioners aware of their progress.

Mr. and Mrs. Harty left the meeting.

The Non-Public session was moved to the top of the agenda to accommodate guests.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (c) at 6:49 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:37 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.

Mr. Wilkes left the meeting during the Non-Public session.

Old Business

This item of Old Business was moved up on the agenda to accommodate guests who wished to speak to a specific agenda item.

167 Valley Road re: Mobile Home Permit: Marshall McGuirk and Lauria Smith, co-Trustees of the Elisse McGuirk Trust, wished to discuss the short-term permit and grey water issues with the RV. Marshall McGuirk read a letter explaining the issues from the Trust’s point of view.  The letter is attached to the official copy of the minutes.  Dr. Simon Gascoyne, Health Officer, was contacted by the State.  He talked to Mark McGuirk about wastewater from the RV.  When he visited the RV, the grey water was collected in a bucket and dumped into an old septic system installed in 1950s for the slaughterhouse.  Ms. Vose acknowledged that the Selectboard lacked knowledge of the situation with the McGuirk Trust. Therefore, the Board accepted the information provided by Mark McGuirk on June 25, 2026. Mr. Dalessio moved to rescind the previous decision of June 25th permitting Mark McGuirk to live in an RV until November 1st on the property owned by the McGuirk Trust.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Mr. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion passed.  The previous short-term permit is rescinded.

Dr. Gascoyne, Ms. Richardson, Ms. Smith, Mr. McGuirk and Ms. Adams left the meeting.

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

Ms. Mayberry  moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (c) at 8:12 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:30 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.

Accounts Payable

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Purchase Order# 498240 totaling $72,591.00 to Grappone Ford for the purchase of a one-ton 2026 Ford F-600 truck as approved at 2026 Town Meeting, Warrant Article #7. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Purchase Order was approved. This is the cabin and chassis only.  The vehicle will be sent out for wiring.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Purchase Order# 256813 totaling $38,596.00 to Recycling Mechanical for the purchase of a new compactor.  This purchase was approved at the 2026 Town Meeting under Warrant Article # 11. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Purchase Order was approved. There will still be an EE Houghton bill to hook up the electricity.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $277,053.60 dated 7/21/2026 and an ACH payment of $31,714.38 payment to NH Retirement System. 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 $41,981.32 dated 7/17/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,700.27.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Public Hearings for the New Police Station Bond and Budget – July 1, 2026: A request was received to amend the minutes, to add more detail regarding an August meeting.  The Selectboard discussed the request and noted the concern about attendance at an August meeting. The Board agreed by consensus that the minutes stand as they are.

Selectboard Meeting – July 9, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 9, 2026.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and  Ms. Vose in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Selectboard Meeting Non-Public Session – July 9, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Meeting Non-Public Session of July 9, 2026.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Non-Public Session minutes were approved.

Building and Demolition Permits

2026-22, Map and Lot# 019-033-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit # 2026-22 for Map and Lot # 019-033-000 to construct a 30’ x 3.5’ addition to an existing structure. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor,  the motion was approved.

2026-23, Map and Lot# 025-006-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit # 2026-23 for Map and Lot # 025-006-000 to construct a 16’ x 16’ deck on the back of the house. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor,  the motion was approved.

2026-24, Map and Lot# 024-038-001: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit # 2620-24 for Map and Lot # 024-038-001 to construct a 5,855 sq, ft, addition to the Fire Station.  Part of this is a rework of the existing building. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor,  the motion was approved.

Old Business

Ruggiero Processing Facility’s DES Approval Notice: The Town has received the NH DES Response to Public Comments, the Type I-A Modification to Solid Waste Facility Permit, and the Approval of Increase in Capacity ad Facility Site Improvements.  This is an increase in capacity from 240 to 800 maximum tons daily of municipal, construction/demolition debris and recyclable materials.  Ms. Vose acknowledged the documents from NH DES. 

New Business

Thank You Letter: A letter was received from River Valley Seniors at Home, thanking the Town for a budgeted donation. Ms. Vose acknowledged the letter.

Hooper Trustees

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 8:48 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:54 PM.

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

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (c) at 8:54 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 9:13 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.

Adjournment:  Ms. Vose declared the meeting adjourned at 9:13 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the July 23, 2026 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

July 9, 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, Library Director and Steve Varone, Treasurer

Call to Order: Ms. Vose called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

The Non-Public session was moved to the top of the agenda to accommodate a guest.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a)(c) at 6:30 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 6:52 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.

Mrs. Malmberg left during the Non-Public meeting.  Mr. Varone joined the meeting.

Estimating the Impact of the Police Station Bond

Mr. Dalessio commented that the rate has not been set for the Police Station bond that will be voted upon at the August 17th Special Meeting.  However, people need to know the impact on their taxes so they can decide how to vote.  Mr. Varone explained that to estimate the impact, if the Town assumes the rate will be 4.5%, the current rate, on a bond of $3,000,000 maximum for twenty years, the increase in taxes would be $30 per $100,000 assessed value.  Mr. Dalessio and Mr. Varone each calculated the same estimate using different methods.

Walpole Credit Card: Mr. Varone is reviewing Town departmental credit cards.  American Express offers a card with 2% back with no monthly fees. The Town pays off the bill each month, which is required with Amex.  Multiple credit cards with limits totaling $25,000 would be available.  Credit cards would be very useful at times when expenses are due before income is available. Additionally, using the card would be a monthly source of income with the cash back benefit.  Mr. Varone is waiting to hear from Wells Fargo before deciding on a specific credit card vendor.

Mr. Varone left the meeting.

Accounts Payable

Mr. Dalessio moved to not approve the ACH payment of $70,896.00 to Cambridge Trust for the Walpole School Reserve Fund because the amount does not match the Warrant Article. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was not approved.  The check from Fall Mountain Regional School District (FMRSD) is $1 more than the district’s warrant article. The check must be sent back to FMRSD.  Ms. Mayberry commented that there was no documentation with the check.

Payroll

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $42,021.82 dated 7/10/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,589.20.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Public Hearing for the New Police Station Bond – July 1, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Public Hearing for the New Police Station Bond of July 1, 2026. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Bond Hearing minutes were approved.

Public Hearing for the New Police Station Budget – July 1, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Public Hearing for the New Police Station Budget of July 1, 2026. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Budget Hearing minutes were approved.

Selectboard Meeting – July 1, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 1, 2026. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – July 1, 2026:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of July 1, 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.

Committee Reports

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

• Conservation Commission Meeting – July 6, 2026

Ms. Vose acknowledged these minutes.

Timber Yield Taxes Assessed and Warrant

Op# 25-461-08, Map and Lot # 010-034-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the taxes assessed and warrant for $18.14 for Timber Op# 25-461-08.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Building and Demolition Permits

2026-20, Map and Lot# 017-017-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit #2026-20 for Map and Lot # 017-017-000 to construct a 24’ x 24’ detached one story garage. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

2026-21, Map and Lot# 003-008-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Demolition Permit #2026-21 for Map and Lot # 003-008-000 to remove a 22’ x 25’ garage. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

Warrant Article for Special Town Meeting: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Warrant Article to vote on a bond not to exceed $3,000,000 for construction of the new Police Station.  The article will be voted on at the Special Town Meeting on August 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Warrant Article for the Special Town Meeting was approved and signed.  

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the True and Attest Notice.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the True and Attest Notice was approved and signed.

The signed Warrants and MS-636 for the meeting will be posted Monday, July 13, 2026 at the locations listed in the Warrant.

Open Container Letter to Walpole Fire and EMS: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the open container letter for the Walpole Fire and EMS lunch event on August 1st at Whitcomb Park.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the letter was approved and signed.  

Clarion Questions: Mr. Boas has questions on two topics that need to be included in the August issue of the Clarion:

• The Special Meeting on August 17th and the impact of the bond, if approved, on the taxes:  The above discussion will be made available to Mr. Boas.
• The FMRSD approach to the North Walpole School: Ms. Mayberry will put Mr. Boas in touch with the North Walpole Commissioners. 

New Business

Cybersecurity Training: There will be cybersecurity training at FMRHS on July 20th.  The Town is invited to participate.  Ms. Vose is not attending. Ms. Mayberry will attend.

Employee Appreciation Lunch: The suggested date is Tuesday, September 22nd.  The proposed menu is lasagna with gluten-free and vegetarian options.  Brad Nash has offered to prepare the main course.  Ms. Vose is not available because she will miss work on September 8th also. Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio will attend.

Election September 8, 2026: There will be an election on Tuesday, September 8th.  Because Labor Day is Monday, September 7th, the election will be set up on Friday, September 4th.

Dunk Tank Fundraiser: The Summer Festival at Alyson’s Orchard will be July 18th and will include a dunk tank.  The organizers are hoping to have local celebrity volunteers to be “dunked”.  Proceeds from the dunk tank will go to the Fall Mountain Food Shelf.  Ms. Vose will volunteer.  Mrs. Downing will have Alyson’s contact Ms. Vose directly to work out the details.

Adjournment: Ms. Vose declared the meeting adjourned at 7:40 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Selectboard meeting.)