The Walpolean

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

May 28, 2025

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

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

Guests Present: Peggy Pschirrer & Greta Drager

CALL TO ORDER: Mr. Dalessio called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

Hooper Trustees

Ms. Vose moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 6:30 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:20 PM.  Ms. Drager and Mrs. Pschirrer left during the Hooper Trustees meeting.

Payroll

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $33,002.37 dated 5/30/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,841.23.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – May 22, 2025: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of May 22, 2025. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – May 22, 2025: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of May 22, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the minutes are sealed.

Committee Reports

Ms. Vose brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• Conservation Commission Meeting – May 5, 2025 

• Library Trustees Meeting – May 13, 2025 

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

Old Business

Route 12 Paving Project in North Walpole: The Preconstruction Meeting will be held June 5^th at NH DOT District 4 Building in Swanzey at 9:30 AM.  All the appropriate Walpole people have been notified.  The paving of Route 12 has already started in Winchester per Ms. Mayberry.

Fuss & O’Neill Meeting: Mr. Dalessio will call an in-person meeting with Fuss & O’Neill in a week or so.  They do not provide reports every two weeks as agreed.

New Business

Waiver of Municipal Liability for Private Highway for Map and Lot # 003-056-000: Map and Lot # 003-056-000 is located on the Class VI portion of Merriam Road.  Ms. Mayberry moved to accept and sign the Waiver of Municipal Liability already signed by the landowner.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose, and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the waiver was signed and notarized.

Repairs on the Solar Energy System at the Recycling Building: Ms. Vose reported that the replacement inverter for the solar energy system on the pole barn at the Recycling Center arrived and is being installed.

The Selectboard discussed the topic of Town committees. They do not have the authority to make financial decisions or sign contracts.  Only the Selectboard can negotiate and make these decisions.

2024 Total Equalized Valuation Notice: With utility and railroad parcels, Walpole’s total valuation is $824,193,874.  Mr. Dalessio acknowledged receipt of the 2024 Total Equalized Valuation Notice from the NH Department of Revenue Administration (DRA).

Showcase at North Walpole School: The second grade will have a showcase on their study of the Early American West at the North Walpole School on Friday, 5/30/2025 at 9:30 AM.

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

Ms. Vose moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (b)(c) at 7:53 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.The meeting was reconvened at 8:20 PM.

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

The next meeting will be Wednesday, June 4th at 6:30 PM.

Adjournment: Mr. Dalessio declared the meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the June 4, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

May 22, 2025

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

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

Guests Present: Adrian Basora and Peggy Pschirrer

CALL TO ORDER: Mr. Dalessio called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:32 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

The following item was moved to the top of the agenda to accommodate guests who wished to speak to it.

River Valley Seniors at Home (RVSAH): RVSAH thanked the Town for the annual donation.  Mrs. Pschirrer and Mr. Basora explained the new initiative. There are currently 771 seniors in Walpole, about two-thirds are living alone.  They have a new project to create a database that will help the Fire District and EMS respond to calls.  There will be refrigerator magnets with emergency contacts and medical issues plus more extensive data in a database for first responders.  They will be working with community organizations and the churches and request two advocates from each organization to help gather data and create the database.  They will start at Old Home Days. 

Two additional issues for seniors are filling out forms and keeping up with bills.  There is a service in NH that when the State sends a form or bill to a senior, they can send a copy to a registered advocate.  However, the word needs to get out, so people know about the service.

Mrs. Pschirrer and Mr. Basora left the meeting.

Accounts Payable

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $280,202.65 dated May 27, 2025.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.  

Payroll

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $31,550.29 dated 5/23/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,001.80.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – May 14, 2025: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of May 14, 2025.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Committee Reports

Ms. Mayberry brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• Police Building Committee Minutes May 12, 2025
• Walpole Planning Board Minutes May 13, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

Property Tax Warrant

Spring Property Tax Warrant: Ms. Vose moved to approve the property tax warrant for $6,954,220.00 with payment due July 1, 2025.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the property tax warrant was approved.

Building Demolition Permits

2025-16, Map and Lot# 002-008-000: Ms.  Vose moved to approve Building Permit #2025-16 for Map and Lot # 002-008-000 to demolish a 40’ x 12’ lean-to between chicken coops. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the permit was approved.

2025-17, Map and Lot# 014-005-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve Building Permit #2025-17 for Map and Lot # 014-005-000 to demolish the house and barn. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the permit was approved.

Old Business

Pool Pavilion Contract: Bensonwood submitted the contract for the Shade Structure at the Town Pool.  Ms. Vose moved to have the Chair sign the contract dated May 13, 2025 for Bensonwood to build a shade structure at the Town Pool for $21,700.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and Mr. Dalessio signed the contract.

New Business

Consultant Selection Justification Form for ARPA Grant: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Consultant Selection Justification Form for ARPA and for Mr. Dalessio, the Chair, to sign the form.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Drinking Water Sustainability Grant Reimbursement Form: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Drinking Water Sustainability Grant Disbursement Form, and for Mr. Dalessio to sign the form. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and Mr. Dalessio signed the form.

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the invoices from Weston and Sampson.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the invoice was signed.

Police Building Capital Reserve Fund: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and sign the letter to the Trustees of Trust Funds requesting them to issue a check to Walpole for $5,425.10 for reimbursement of the expenditures for the Police Station.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Eagle Scouts: Two of the Walpole Scouts will become Eagle Scouts on Sunday.  There will be a Court of Honor and Pig Roast at Hogue Base.

• Ms. Vose moved to sign the certificate and congratulate Bennett Hook on his accomplishment.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the certificate was signed.
• Ms. Vose moved to sign the certificate and congratulate David Northcott on his accomplishment.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the certificate was signed.

The Town of Walpole congratulates the two new Eagle Scouts. The Town is proud of the scouts’ accomplishments.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a, b, c, e) at 7:21 PM.  Ms. Vose seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:04 PM.

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

The Selectboard will meet next week on Wednesday, May 28th at 6:30 PM.

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Dalessio declared the meeting adjourned at 8:04 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the May 28, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

May 14, 2025

Selectboard Present: Carolyn Vose and Cheryl Mayberry

Staff Present: Jodi Daigle, Administrative Assistant, Tax Collector, and Water and Sewer Clerk, and Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

Selectboard Absent: Steven Dalessio, Chair

CALL TO ORDER: Ms. Mayberry called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:33 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

Payroll

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $32,993.80 dated 5/16/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,364.23.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – May 8, 2025: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of May 8, 2025. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – May 8, 2025: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of May 8, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved, and the minutes are sealed.

Committee Reports

Ms. Vose brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• Police Building Committee April 21, 20205

Ms. Mayberry acknowledged these minutes.

Building Permit

2025-15, Map and Lot# 003-067-003: Ms. Vose moved to approve Building Permit #2025-15 for Map and Lot # 003-067-003 to construct a 48’ x 30’ attached garage and in-law suite. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the building permit was approved.

Old Business

Walpole Fire District Letter: The Selectboard needs to sign the letter approving Steve Horton to be the Owners’ Representative for the Walpole Fire Department construction.  Ms. Vose moved to approve Mr. Horton as Owner’s Representative for the Fire Department construction, and to sign the letter.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved, and the letter was signed.

The purpose of this letter is to allow Mr. Horton to work with USDA on the grant.  It is hoped there will be good communications between the Selectboard and the Fire Department as the project proceeds.  A Memo of Understanding should be created to ensure nothing falls through the cracks on this important project with responsibilities divided between the Town and Fire Department.

Pool Shade Fencing: Ms. Vose moved to approve $2,250 from the  Recreation Revolving Fund to build 49’ of 6’ privacy fence for the new Pool Shade Structure, and to sign Purchase Order # 204598 for Cheshire Fence Company to install the fence.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

New Business

Burdick’s Restaurant – Bastille Day and Oktoberfest:  Ms. Vose moved to approve Burdick’s Restaurant having a tent for Bastille Day on Friday, July 11, 2025, and Oktoberfest on September 26th and 27th in the parking lot in front of the restaurant, and to permit alcohol consumption in the tent.  Both events will start at 11:00 AM and end by 9:00 PM.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. 

Support for Liquor License: Ms. Vose moved to endorse 166 Prospect Hill Road, LLC DBA Watkins Inn & Tavern in their request to obtain a liquor license.  They are permitted to serve alcoholic beverages outside on the covered and uncovered porches.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved, and the letter was signed. 

Hooper Trustees

Ms. Vose moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 6:45 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:04 PM.

ADJOURNMENT: Ms. Mayberry declared the meeting adjourned at 7:04 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note:  These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the May 22, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

May 8, 2025

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

Staff Present: Jodi Daigle, Tax Collector, Water-Sewer Clerk, and Administrative Assistant, and Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

Guests Present: Holly Gowdy

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

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

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

The meeting was reconvened at 6:46 PM.

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

Old Business

Deeds for Sealed Bid Properties: Quitclaim Deeds, and Agreements and Deposit Receipts are to be signed for each property.

Ms. Mayberry moved the Chair to sign the Sales  Agreement and Deposit Receipt for Map and Lot # 014-005-000.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and Mr. Dalessio signed the Sales Agreement and Deposit Receipt.

Ms. Vose moved to sign the Quitclaim Deed for Map and Lot # 014-005-000, at 522 Whitcomb Road, Walpole, NH.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, signed and notarized.

Ms. Mayberry moved the Chair to sign the Sales  Agreement and Deposit Receipt for Map and Lot # 028-105-000.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and Mr. Dalessio signed the Sales Agreement and Deposit Receipt.

Ms. Vose moved to sign the Quitclaim Deed for Map and Lot # 028-105-000, at 11 Merchant Street, North Walpole, NH.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, signed and notarized.

Ms. Mayberry moved the Chair to sign the Sales  Agreement and Deposit Receipt for Map and Lot # 028-120-000.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and Mr. Dalessio signed the Sales Agreement and Deposit Receipt.

Ms. Vose moved to sign the Quitclaim Deed for Map and Lot # 028-120-000, at 27 Center Street, North Walpole, NH.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, signed and notarized.

Mrs. Gowdy left the meeting.

Pool Shade: We have contracts from Bensonwood & EE Houghton.  Funding will come from the Recreation Revolving Fund which currently has $66,890.27.

Ms. Vose moved to approve payment from The Recreation Revolving Fund totaling $29,100, which includes the concrete foundation (EE Houghton) and the timber frame shade structure (Bensonwood).  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Ms. Vose moved to approve Purchase Order # 204594 for $21,700 to purchase a 30’ x 12’ timber frame shade structure from Bensonwood. This purchase includes materials and construction, and the funds will come from the Recreation Revolving Fund.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.  The Purchase Order was signed.

Ms. Vose moved to approve Purchase Order # 204595 for $7,400 to purchase the foundation for a 30’ x 12’ timber frame shade structure.  This purchase includes materials and construction, and the funds will come from the Recreation Revolving Fund.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.  The Purchase Order was signed.

Ms. Vose moved to accept Proposal # 20255186 for $7,400 from EE Houghton for the foundation for the shade structure at the Town Pool.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was accepted.

Old Home Days Request: By consensus the Rec Department may have use of the Town Pool for free swimming during Old Home Days.  The Pool is traditionally open for free swimming Friday, Saturday and Sunday during Old Home Days.  There will be paid lifeguards the whole time the pool is open.

Walpole Fire District Letter: There was a discussion of the letter for the Project Manager to represent the Town.  Clarification of the duties is needed.  He also needs to be bonded.  Mark Houghton was not available to clarify, but the Board will sign the letter as soon as it is clarified.

Accounts Payable

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $1,060,364.38 dated 5/12/2025.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

Payroll

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $31,796.17 dated 5/9/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,107.18.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry, and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

Building Permit

2025-14, Map and Lot# 005-066-000:  Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit #2025-14 for Map and Lot # 005-066-000 to construct a 20’ x 12’ prefab shed. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – May 1, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of May 1, 2025.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – May 1, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of May 1, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the minutes are sealed.

New Business

NH Floodplain Management Program: Ms. Vose moved to approve the NH Floodplain Management Program and for Mr. Dalessio to sign it.  This is the flood insurance program.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and Mr. Dalessio signed the program.

Savings Bank of Walpole 150th Anniversary Celebration:  The Savings Bank will host a celebration on July 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM and invites everyone to games, entertainment and food, all free.  By consensus, the Selectboard congratulates the Savings Bank of Walpole on its achievement and agrees to have the Bank use the Common and the field behind St. John’s Church for the celebration.  The Bank requested that a Selectboard member read the proclamation.  Mr. Dalessio will be there.

Thank You Letter: A letter was received from CASA thanking the Town for its contribution.  CASA is Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children.

Sympathy: The Board signed a sympathy card for the passing of an employee’s father.

Adjournment: Mr. Dalessio declared the meeting adjourned at 7:20 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the May 14, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

TOWN OF WALPOLE, NEW HAMPSHIRE

MEETING OF THE SELECTBOARD

MAY 1, 2025

Selectboard Present: Steven Dalessio, Chair; and Cheryl Mayberry

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

Selectboard Absent: Carolyn Vose

Guests Present: Sable Westover, Vicki Hurlburt, and Peggy Pschirrer (via phone)

CALL TO ORDER: Mr. Dalessio called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

The following item was moved to the top of the agenda to accommodate guests who wished to speak to the issue

Old Home Days – Street Party: Sable Westover and Vicki Hurlburt presented to the Selectboard an open container request for the Street Party/Dance being held on Friday night, 6/27/2025.  The dance runs from 5:00 – 11:00 PM in the Savings Bank of Walpole parking lot.  They requested that a portion of Westminster Street be closed for the dance.  Mr. Dalessio made a motion to lift the restriction on open containers from 5:00 – 11:00 PM in the parking lot and closed the section of Westminster Street from Jake’s to the phone building.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion passed.

There was also a discussion on how to handle trash for Old Home Days.  There will be trash barrels and recycling barrels around the Common and for Friday night at the SBW parking lot.  Mr. Nash will take the recycling to the Recycling Center, but Recycling will need to sort it. 

There are some changes/additions for this year: 

• The fireworks on Friday night will be set off in the field on Old North Main and shot over the town.
• The 5K race is moving to Sunday morning. 
• There will be a hot dog eating contest on Saturday.

Ms. Westover and Ms. Hurlburt left the meeting.

HOOPER TRUSTREES

Mrs. Pschirrer was called on the phone.  Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 6:45 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry and in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:14 PM.

Mrs. Pschirrer left during the Hooper Trustees Non-Public session.

PAYROLL

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $34,610.85 dated 5/2/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,725.47.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve a Payroll Register totaling $403.23 dated 5/2/2025 and a 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $60.29.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

Selectboard Meeting – April 24, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of April 24, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – April 24, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of April 24, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the minutes are sealed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Ms. Mayberry brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• Trustee of Trust Funds Meeting – April 23, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

WATER AND SEWER WARRANTS

Walpole Water Fees: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the warrant for Walpole Water Fees for $43,352.32.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Walpole Sewer Fees: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the warrant for Walpole Sewer Fees totaling $75,170.45.   Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

North Walpole Sewer Fees: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the warrant for North Walpole Sewer Fees for $57,149.34.  Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio requested that Mrs. Daigle run a delinquent report.

TIMBER YIELD TAXES ASSESSED AND WARRANTS – first two together; 3rd separate

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the taxes assessed and warrant on the following:

• Op # 24-461-07, Map and Lot # 008-062-000 for $993.01
• Op # 24-461-09, Map and Lot # 010-034-000 for $330.36. 

Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Op # 24-461-08, Map and Lot # 011-001-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the taxes assessed and warrant for $519.95.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

BUILDING PERMIT

2025-13, Map and Lot# 010-036-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit #2025-13 for Map and Lot # 010-036-000 to construct a 15’ x 15’ sunroom addition. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

TIMBER INTENTS

Map and Lot # 011-012-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Timber Intent for Map and Lot #011-012-000, off Ramsey Hill Road.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS

SUP Application and Bond: Mr. Dalessio noted that the State sent instructions that the $1,000 bond must be paid.  The State provided wording for the bond.  Nicole Adams has permission to go ahead and prepare the necessary paperwork.  When the application is complete, the Selectboard will review the bond language.

Deed of Gift to the Historical Society: Ledger books from the Town Hall basement vault were donated to the Historical Society.  They are being reconditioned.  The Chair needs to sign two copies of the form.   Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Chair signing two copies of the form.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

NEW BUSINESS

Municipal Work Zone Agreement: There is an agreement from NH DOT for the Rt. 12 repaving project in North Walpole.   Ms. Mayberry moved to accept the agreement for State project 43911, Project X-A005(540) and for the Chair to sign it.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the agreement was accepted and signed by Mr. Dalessio.  

NH DOT Crosswalk Maintenance Responsibilities Form: The form relates to the Russell Street sidewalk and the repaving project.  The Town will be responsible for maintaining the sidewalk.  Ms. Mayberry moved to accept the form and for the Chair to sign it.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the form was accepted and signed by Mr. Dalessio. 

New England Power Asset Report Request Letter: The letter requesting updated asset information for New England Power which is to be sent to Avitar.  Ms. Mayberry moved to sign the letter.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the letter was signed.

SWRPC Bylaws Draft Update:   SWRPC is requesting comments on the draft before the new bylaws are accepted at their Annual Meeting.  Ms. Mayberry will summarize all Walpole’s comments at the meeting next week.

Site Plan Public Hearing: As an Abutter, the Town received notice of a Site Plan Public Hearing for a Domino’s Restaurant off Red Barn Lane.  The hearing is on 5/13/2025 at 7:00 pm in the Town Hall.

Takodah YMCA Thank You Letter:  A thank you letter was received from Camp Takodah for a donation from the Town.

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 (a) at 7:38 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:58 PM.

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

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Dalessio declared the meeting adjourned at 7:59 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the May 8, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

TOWN OF WALPOLE, NEW HAMPSHIRE

MEETING OF THE SELECTBOARD

APRIL 24, 2025

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

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

Guests Present: Matt Benoit

CALL TO ORDER: Mr. Dalessio called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

The following New Business item was moved to the top of the agenda.

Drewsville Common Gazebo Donation: Mr. Benoit, owner of the Drewsville General Store, attended the meeting to discuss his request with the Selectboard.  He would like to lead the fundraising and building of a small gazebo on the north end of the Drewsville Common. Mr. Benoit wanted to know what the process would be to build the gazebo.  After Mr. Benoit submits a sketch with measurements and distances to the edge of the Common, etc. to the Selectboard, there will be two public hearings, usually two weeks apart for public feedback.  Mr. Dalessio pointed out that it would help if extra funds were raised to establish a maintenance fund.  The construction can be done by volunteers, but the electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician with a license number on the building permit.

Yellow Bags: Mr. Benoit also recommended that the yellow Walpole garbage bags be made available at the Recycling Center for the convenience of users and the stores that sell them.

Mr. Benoit left the meeting.

PAYROLL

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $31,705.74 dated 4/25/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,031.14.  Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

Selectboard Meeting – April 17, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of April 17 2025. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – April 17, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of April 17, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the minutes are sealed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Ms. Mayberry brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• Planning Board Meeting – April 8, 2025
• Trail Committee Meeting – April 9, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

GRAVEL TAX WARRANT

Op # 24-461-02, Map and Lot # 014-013-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Gravel Tax Warrant for $118.84.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Op # 24-461-03, Map and Lot #015-011-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Gravel Tax Warrant for $4,734.70.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

PROPERTY TAX REFUNDS

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for

• Map and Lot # 009-033-002-1 of $29.03

Seconded by Ms. Vose.   With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

BUILDING PERMIT

2014-10 Renewal, Map and Lot# 012-013-004: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit Renewal #2024-10 for Map and Lot # 012-013-004 to construct the third building at Abenaki Springs Phase I & II.  Since there are a lot of TBD’s (To Be Determined) on the application, a letter will accompany the renewal restating that compliance with the Town laws is required, including the names and licenses of the electrician and plumber must be on file in the Selectboard Office. Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.  

2025-11, Map and Lot# 010-049-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit #2025-11 for Map and Lot # 010-049-000 to construct a 26’ x 24’ detached garage. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

2025-12, Map and Lot# 011-001-002: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit #2025-12 for Map and Lot 011-001-002 to construct a 40’ x 30’ single family home. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS

Reservoir Dam Grant Disbursement Form: Ms. Mayberry moved that Mr. Dalessio sign the Reservoir Dam Grant Disbursement form for $21,850.50 from the ARPA grant.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and Mr. Dalessio signed the form.

Hooper Hill Hoppers RPT Grant Support Letter: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the letter of support for the Hooper Hill Hoppers grant application.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio announced that In the next week or two, there will be a letter explaining what is needed when requesting a letter of support from the Selectboard.

Walpolean Support Request: This item has been continued from last week.   By consensus, since the Town has no control over the content of the Walpolean, no funding is available.

Old Home Days: The Old Home Days flyer has been posted on bulletin boards, and on the Town website.  Two Committee members will be attending the Selectboard meeting next week to discuss the Street Dance and an open container request.   

NEW BUSINESS

Rancho Viejo Liquor Endorsement Letter: The letter is to support the application for a full liquor license with seating on the deck.  Ms. Vose moved to approve the letter of endorsement for Rancho Viejo.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the letter was signed.

River Valley Seniors at Home: A letter was received from the River Valley Seniors at Home thanking the Town for the donation which will be used to provide scholarships for those who cannot afford the membership fee.  Mr. Dalessio acknowledged the letter.

The Bellows Falls Senior Center: Ms. Mayberry explained that the Bellows Falls Senior Center is no longer permitted to serve “Meals on Wheels” to residents in NH. Friendly Meals will be providing Meals on Wheels to 5 to 7 additional residents of Walpole.

NON-PUBLIC BUSINESS RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (c)

Ms. Vose moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (c) at 7:16 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:59 PM.

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

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Dalessio declared the meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the May 1, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

April 17, 2025

Selectboard Present: Carolyn Vose and Cheryl Mayberry

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

Selectboard Absent: Steven Dalessio, Chair

CALL TO ORDER: Ms. Mayberry called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $922,305.92 dated 4/21/2025 including $804,108.96 payment to Fall Mountain Regional School District.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. 

PAYROLL

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $38,048.86 dated 4/18/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,612.83.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

Selectboard Meeting – April 10, 2025: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of April 10, 2025. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting #2 – April 10, 2025: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of April 10, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved, and the minutes are sealed.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting #1– April 10, 2025: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of April 10, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved, and the minutes are sealed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Ms. Vose brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• Conservation Commission Meeting – April 7, 2025
• Library Trustees Meeting – April 8, 2025

Ms. Mayberry acknowledged these minutes.

CURRENT USE

Ms. Vose moved to approve the following property for Current Use:

• Map and Lot # 012-058-000 – 58.99 acres
• Map and Lot # 005-057-000 – 2.8 acres to be added to a larger parcel

Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor the motion was approved for Current Use.

VETERANS’ TAX CREDIT:

Map and Lot # 012-055-010: Ms. Vose moved to approve the All Veterans’ Property Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 012-055-010.  The applicant served more than 90 days of active duty and was honorably discharged.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

EXCAVATION INTENTS

Map and Lot # 015-011-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Excavation Intent for Map and Lot # 015-011-000 for Cold River Materials.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot # 014-013-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Excavation Intent for Map and Lot # 014-013-000 for Cold River Materials.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

BUILDING PERMIT

2025-09, Map and Lot# 010-026-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve Building Permit 2025-09 for Map and Lot # 010-026-000 to construct a 20’ x 24’ master bedroom and bathroom addition. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

2025-10, Map and Lot# 010-024-002-2: Ms. Vose moved to approve Building Permit 2025-10 for Map and Lot # 010-024-002-2 to construct a 104’ x 34’ Single family home with an attached garage. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS

Mill Pond and Reservoir Dam Inspections: Inspections of both dams are scheduled for this year.  The notice of inspections was acknowledged.

NEW BUSINESS

Walpolean Support Request: Ms. Mayberry noted that the Town received a request to pay the annual fee of $99 for the WordPress.com Premium Plan and $19 for the domain name for the Walpolean website.  The Board will discuss this next week when Mr. Dalessio is present.

RTP Grant Support Letter Request: The Hooper Hill Hoppers Snowmobile Club are looking for support for their Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grant application for a new trail groomer.  Mrs. Downing will prepare a letter of support for the Board to sign next week.

Dunkin Donuts Grand Opening Event: Ms. Mayberry announced that the date of the grand opening event is to be determined.  The Planning Board will handle the event signage request.  There was an agreement that traffic is a concern. Dunkin Donuts may need to have a police detail.  There will be more discussion once more information is available.

Thank You Letter:  Big Brothers Big Sister sent a thank you letter for the yearly donation from the Town.  The letter was acknowledged.

NON-PUBLIC BUSINESS RSA 91-A:3 II (a)

Ms. Vose moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) at 7:02 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:41 PM.

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

HOOPER TRUSTEES

Ms. Vose moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 7:41 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:04 PM.

ADJOURNMENT: Ms. Mayberry declared the meeting adjourned at 8:05 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the April 24, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)