The Walpolean

TOWN OF WALPOLE, NEW HAMPSHIRE

MEETING OF THE SELECTBOARD

APRIL 10, 2025

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

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

CALL TO ORDER: Mr. Dalessio called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:02 PM in the Walpole Town Hall. Ms. Mayberry moved to enter Non-Public Session.  Ms. Vose seconded. The Board unanimously agreed to enter Non-Public Session. The Selectboard remained in Non-Public Session until 6:32 PM for reason (a) Personnel. Ms. Vose moved for the minutes to be sealed. Ms. Mayberry seconded. There was a unanimous vote to seal the minutes.

Ms. Vose moved to return to the public session. Ms. Mayberry seconded. All members voted in favor to returning to the public session of the Selectboard.

PAYROLL

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $39,780.34 dated 4/11/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $8,311.85. This payroll register includes retroactive payments and new wage rates for all employees except the Police Department and the Selectboard.   Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the payroll register was approved.

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

Selectboard Meeting – April 2, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of April 2, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – April 2, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of April 2, 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:

• Police Building Committee Meeting – April 1, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

PROPERTY TAX REFUNDS

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Property Tax Refunds for:

• Map and Lot # 028-121-000 of $16.65. 
• Map and Lot # 029-048-000 of $160.73.

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

EXCAVATION INTENTS

Map and Lot # 001-016-002: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Excavation Intent for Map and Lot # 001-016-002, off Old Route 12 North.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

BUILDING PERMIT

2025-08, Map and Lot# 011-027-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit 2025-08 for Map and Lot# 011-027-000 to construct a 481 square foot ramp for a home. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS

Fountain for Recreation: Ms. Vose moved to approve purchase of the water fountain for the Recreation Park.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

Asset Management Grant: An updated grant agreement is needed to extend the completion date.

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and have the Chair to sign the updated asset management grant agreement.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Special Use Permit:   Mr. Dalessio reported that Attorney Hockensmith has not yet responded to the request for review of the Special Use Permit and Bond.

NEW BUSINESS

Appointment Notice: Paul Happ is recommended to become a full member of the Conservation Commission. Ms. Vose moved to approve Paul Happ as a full Commission. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Purchase Order for 6-Wheel Dump Truck: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and sign Purchase Order 201446 for $279,802.00 to purchase a Western Star 47x 6-wheel dump truck from ATC Patriot LLC.  The purchase includes the cab, chassis and plow.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the purchase order was signed. The purchase of the 6 Wheel dump truck was approved under Warrant Article #9.                   

Purchase Order for Exterior Lighting at the Library: Ms. Vose moved to approve and sign Purchase Order #619056 for $800.00 for E.E. Houghton Co. to add compact LED flood fixtures to the soffit of the porch.  The new lights illuminate the steps and ramp and are connected to the existing porch light switch.  The purchase will be paid for from the Library maintenance line.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Home Days Request: The Walpole Fire Department would like to use the north lawn of Town Hall and the Recreation Field across Westminster Street for Old Home Days.  Ms. Mayberry moved to allow the Walpole Fire Department to use of the Town Hall’s north lawn and the recreation field for Old Home Days.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

Town Hall Use Request: Mr. Dalessio explained that the Walpole Democratic Party would like to host a presentation at the Town Hall.  By consensus, the request is refused.

DADU Letter: A property owner is adding a 2-bedroom apartment within an existing barn and has the septic permit. However, the property is in the Industrial Zone.  A letter has been prepared explaining the special circumstances and the steps necessary to obtain permission to build.  Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and sign the letter as written.   Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the letter signed. 

Hooper Trustees and Hooper Board: The Trustees and the Board will meet the candidates for Executive Director of Hooper Institute on Thursday, May 1st. 

In Person Staff Meeting on Wednesday, May14th:  The topic will be how to create a process.

Selectboard Meetings: The Board will meet Thursday, May 1st. That meeting is not moving to the prior Wednesday.  The May 15th meeting will be moved to Wednesday, May 14th. The in-person Staff Meeting will also be moving to Wednesday, April 14th.

Selectboard Liaison Assignments:   The Board will continue to look for additional ways to improve efficiency in their tasks.

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 7:22 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded. With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting reconvened at 7:37 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 7:37 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the April 17, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

TOWN OF WALPOLE, NEW HAMPSHIRE

MEETING OF THE SELECTBOARD

APRIL 2, 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: Nicole Adams and Peggy Pschirrer

CALL TO ORDER: Mr. Dalessio called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:31 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

SPECIAL USE PERMIT (SUP)

Mrs. Adams attended to present the Special Use Permit from the State that the Conservation Commission needs to submit to maintain the Rail Trail with motorized equipment. Large fallen trees will be removed with a chainsaw. A brush hog will be used to control grass and weeds.  By consensus the Board agreed to get a legal review of the bond language. If the Board has the Town attorney’s comments for next week’s meeting, a decision can be made on the permit.

Mrs. Adams left the meeting.

HOOPER TRUSTEES

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 6:36 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:13 PM.

Mrs.  Pschirrer left during the Hooper Trustees meeting.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $82,587.64 dated 4/7/2025 including a $40,118.26 payment to EE Houghton for work on Hooper Institute, which will be reimbursed to the Town by the Hooper Institute.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

PAYROLL

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $33,346.20 dated 4/4/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,425.20.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

Selectboard Meeting – March 27, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of March 27, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – March 27, 2025:  Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of March 27, 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:

• Library Trustees Meeting – March 11, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

LAND USE CHANGE TAX

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Land Use Change Tax for the following properties: 

• Map and Lot # 005-016-001 in the amount of $11,400
• Map and Lot # 010-009-001 in the amount of $2,200
• Map and Lot # 004-013-000 in the amount of $1,400

Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor the motion was approved.  The first $25,000 in Land Use Change Tax (LUCT) each year goes to the Conservation Commission. The remainder of the LUCT income is deposited into the Town’s General Fund.

PROPERTY TAX REFUNDS

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Property Tax Refunds for

• Map and Lot # 023-014-000 of $155.80
• Map and Lot #027-001-006, of $279.23

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

VETERANS’ TAX CREDIT:

Map and Lot # 019-009-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Veterans’ Property Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 019-009-000.  The applicant served more than 90 days of active duty during a time of conflict and was honorably discharged.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

BUILDING PERMIT

2025-07, Map and Lot# 013-031-002: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit # 2025-07 for Map and Lot # 013-031-002 to construct a 16.4’ x 17.2’ three season porch. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS

Irving Oil and Propane: Irving Energy will waive the 10% tariff charges incurred during the tariff period March 4-6, 2025.  The change will be reflected in the accounts shortly.  The Board appreciates having the tariff waived.

Streetlight on Kilburn Street: The homeowner has an open request for a shade to be added to the bright streetlight.  Mrs. Downing will notify Steve Grenier, who will notify Liberty to put the shield on the light.

NEW BUSINESS

Recreation Revolving Fund Request: An outdoor water fountain is needed at the Whitcomb Park Recreation Area.  The cost is $10,200.  Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the use of funds from the Recreation Revolving Fund to purchase the outdoor water fountain and to sign the Purchase Order # 204591 for $10,200.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion passed, and the purchase order was signed. 

FMRSD Invitation: The community is invited to meet Mr. Cohn, a finalist for the position of Superintendent of Schools.  The Q & A Session is Monday, April 7^th starting at 5:30 PM at the FMRHS Library.  The Selectboard encourages as many citizens as possible to attend the meeting.

Stone Plaques on the Common: Ms. Mayberry explained that four plaques were removed, and it now time to reinstall them.  One option would be to make a wood frame filled with cement that the plaques could be embedded in to keep them from sinking or raising up. Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Symonds will develop a plan.

Signage on the Common: The signs on the Common are faded and hard to read.  The street signs are red on white for no parking, but something different would be nice on the Common.  Mr. Dalessio just purchased green reflective historic looking signs for American Precision.  He will find out where they were purchased.

Thank you Note:  A thank you note was received from Southwestern Community Services for the Town’s annual donation to help citizens in the Town of Walpole.

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 7:35 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:22 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 8:22 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the April 10, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

TOWN OF WALPOLE, NEW HAMPSHIRE

MEETING OF THE SELECTBOARD

MARCH 27, 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: Ernie Vose, Zoning Coordinator

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

ZONING PROCESS: Mr. Vose had questions about the zoning process now that Article #2 has passed.  Mr. Vose works with people planning to build in Walpole by answering questions, giving initial guidance on the laws, ensuring they know what forms they need and the required steps to obtain the necessary permits. Going forward, if a hearing is needed, people will come to the Selectboard. If they disagree with the Board’s findings, they can appeal to the Zoning Boad of Administration (ZBA).  Mr. Dalessio reported that the new Dunkin on Rt. 12 was told to remove their flags, which are not permitted in Walpole, by 3/28/2025. 

There was a discussion of North Walpole Zoning Ordinances.  Ms. Mayberry will check the North Walpole Zoning Ordinances to determine the differences and what the process is if something is not specified in the North Walpole ordinances. Ms. Mayberry wondered if it defaults to Walpole Zoning Ordinances. The Planning Board now is responsible for gravel banks, signs and commercial development.

PAYROLL

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $31,586.88 dated 3/28/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,051.61.  Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

Selectboard Meeting – March 19, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of March 19, 2025. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – March 12, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of March 12, 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.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – March 19, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of March 19, 2025 as amended.  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:

• Police Building Committee Meeting – March 3, 2025
• Trail Committee Meeting – March 12, 2025
• Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting – March 19, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

PROPERTY TAX REFUNDS

Map and Lot # 009-034-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 009-034-000, of $157.63.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

BUILDING PERMIT

2025-05, Map and Lot# 011-059-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit #2025-05 for Map and Lot # 011-059-000 to construct a 24’ x 24’ 1.5 story two car garage. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

2025-06, Map and Lot# 024-013-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit #2025-06 for Map and Lot # 024-013-000 to construct a 100’ x 80’ 1.5 story warehouse. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS

Reservoir Dam Pre-Application Meeting: Copies of the Wetlands Permit have been distributed.  One copy is available at the Selectboard Office for public review.  Mr. Dalessio reported that the project has been approved to submit the application to DES.

Hazard Mitigation Plan Survey: The survey will be in the April Clarion. It is on the Town website and flyers are being posted.  Ms. Vose recommended it should be sent to the North Walpole Village Facebook page and the Walpolean.  The next meeting will be April 3rd at 2:00 PM.

School Withdrawal Study Timeline and Town Representative: The School District sent the study timeline.  A Town representative is needed for the study.  Ms. Vose will represent Walpole.  Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Varone will probably attend a lot of the meetings.

NEW BUSINESS

MS-232: The form will be uploaded to the portal.  Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the MS-2332 to upload to the portal.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Legislative Delegation Meeting Invitation: Keene is hosting a meeting with members of the Legislature on April 16th at 6:00 PM at the Keene Public Library.  Mr. Dalessio said the meetings are usually very worthwhile.

Great River Hydro PILOT:  Walpole received another request for a PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) agreement.  PILOT agreements with Great River Hydro have a history of being problematic.  Walpole is not going to sign a PILOT agreement currently.

Concerts on the Common: The Savings Bank of Walpole is seeking permission to have the concerts this summer.  Ms. Vose moved to approve the schedule of concerts from June 15th through August 10th including the Boy Scout concert on June 22nd.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a)(b)(c) at 7:13 PM.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:48 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 8:49 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the April 2, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

TOWN OF WALPOLE, NEW HAMPSHIRE

MEETING OF THE SELECTBOARD

MARCH 19, 2025

Selectboard Present: Steven Dalessio, Carolyn Vose and Cheryl Mayberry

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

Guests Present: Brenda DuLong, Meghan Hansson, Peggy Pschirrer

CALL TO ORDER: Sue Bauer, as the Recording Secretary, called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:33 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

ELECTION OF THE CHAIR: Ms. Mayberry moved to appoint Steven Dalessio as the Chair of the Selectboard.  Second by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

OPENING OF THE SELECTBOARD MEETING: Mr. Dalessio, Selectboard Chair, opened the Selectboard Meeting.

SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION: Ms. DuLong presented Walpole with a scholarship as a result of Mrs. Hansson attending the NH Town Clerk’s Association Certificate Program, which consists of three one-week training sessions in Concord. Mrs. Hansson successfully completing a special challenge.  The Board congratulated Mrs. Hansson.

Ms. DuLong and Mrs. Hansson left the meeting.

HOOPER TRUSTEES

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 6:41 PM.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms.  Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:06 PM.

Mrs. Pschirrer left during the Hooper Trustees meeting.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $1,515412.38 dated 3/24/2025 including $804,108.96 payment to Fall Mountain Regional School District.  Second 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 $32,117.77 dated 3/21/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,201.52.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

Selectboard Meeting – March 12, 2025:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of March 12, 2025. Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the minutes were approved.  

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – March 12, 2025:  The minutes will be reviewed at the next meeting on March 27th.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

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

• Walpole Fire District Meeting – October 9, 2024
• Walpole Fire District Meeting – November 6, 2024
• Walpole Fire District Meeting – December 4, 2024
• Walpole Fire District Meeting – January 8, 2025
• Walpole Fire District Meeting – February 12,2025
• Walpole Fire District Budget Hearing – February 12, 2025
• Planning Board Meeting – March 11, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

TIMBER YIELD CERTIFICATION AND WARRANT

Op # 24-461-10, Map and Lot # 009-006-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the taxes assessed and warrant for $$189.45.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and both forms were signed.

Op # 24-461-11, Map and Lot # 009-008-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the taxes assessed and warrant for $100.84.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and both forms were signed. 

PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT

Map and Lot# 012-013-4U1: Ms. Vose moved to approve a Property Tax Abatement for Map and Lot # 012-013-4U1 for $1,576.49. Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.  

Map and Lot# 012-013-4U2:  Ms. Vose moved to approve a Property Tax Abatement for Map and Lot # 012-013-4U2 for $2,636.21. Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

PROPERTY TAX REFUNDS

Map and Lot # 003-007-002: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 003-007-002, of $18.42.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot # 003-082-CL3: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 003-008-CL3, of $25.63.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot # 008-035-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 008-035-000, of $38.09.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot # 009-007-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 009-007-000, of $6.19.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot #013-011-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 013-011-000, of $12.45.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot # 022-017-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 022-017-000, of $12.86.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot # 028-033-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 028-033-000, of $17.09.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the tax refund was approved.

VETERANS’ TAX CREDIT:

Map and Lot # 005-025-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Veterans’ Property Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 005-025-000.  The applicant served over 90 days of active duty during a time of conflict and was honorably discharged.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

Map and Lot # 013-027-001: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Veterans’ Property Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 013-027-001.  The applicant served over 90 days of active duty during a time of conflict and was honorably discharged. Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

SOLAR ENERGY EXEMPTION:

Map and Lot # 013-027-001: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Solar Energy Exemption for Map and Lot# 013-027-001. Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

OLD BUSINESS

Reservoir Dam Wetlands Permit Application: The full application will be distributed to the Planning Board, the Town Clerk, the Selectboard Office, the Conservation Commission, and Fuss and O’Neill.  Ms. Mayberry moved to accept the application and ask for Mr. Dalessio to sign all five copies.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the application signed.

Hazard Plan Mitigation Plan Update:  The initial meeting was held today from 3:00 – 5:00 PM. The entire Selectboard attended and now have an understanding of what it will take to update the plan.

2023 Financial Audit: Mrs. Downing reported that Mr. Kreissle has been hearing from the auditors yesterday and today.  He is sending the requested information to them promptly.

NEW BUSINESS

Selectboard Liaison Assignments: For the next year the following Selectboard members will be working with the departments, boards, commission/committee, and projects.

Department	Liaisons	Board	Liaisons
Selectboard	Mr. Dalessio	Planning	Mr. Dalessio
Finance	Ms. Mayberry	Library	Ms. Vose
Highway	Ms. Mayberry	Hooper	All
Police	Mr. Dalessio
Recycling	Ms. Vose	Commission/
Recreation	Ms. Vose	Committee	Liaisons
Town Clerk	Ms. Vose	Conservation	Ms. Vose
Tax Collector	All	Trail	Ms. Vose
Water/Sewer	Mr. Dalessio
Welfare	Ms. Mayberry	Project	Liaisons
		Police Station	Mr. Dalessio
		Dams and Bridges	Mr. Dalessio
		Emergency	All
		Hazard Mitigation Plan Update	All

Appointment Notices: There are members who would like to continue for another term on the Conservation Commission.  

Ms. Mayberry moved to accept Peter Palmiotto for another term on the Conservation Committee.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Ms. Mayberry moved to accept France Menk for another term on the Conservation Committee.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Recreation Revolving Fund Request: Ms. Vose explained that the Recreation Director needs a cell phone plan.  Ms. Vose moved to use $302.25 from the Recreation Revolving Fund for a phone plan for the Recreation Director. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Capital Reserve Fund Requests:  There are five requests from warrant articles approved at Town Meeting.  

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and sign the letter to the Trustees of Trust Funds requesting that $15,000.00 be moved to the Police Department Capital Reserve Fund per Article 12.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and sign the letter to the Trustees of Trust Funds requesting that $55,000.00 be moved to the Police Building Capital Reserve Fund per Article 7.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and sign the letter to the Trustees of Trust Funds requesting that $25,000.00 be moved to the Highway Capital Reserve Fund per Article 10.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and sign the letter to the Trustees of Trust Funds requesting that $40,000.00 be moved to the Municipal Building Capital Reserve Fund per Article 8.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and sign the letter to the Trustees of Trust Funds requesting that $26,000.00 be moved to the Town Wide Capital Reserve Fund per Article 13.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Risk Pools and SB 297: HealthTrust called regarding this NH Senate Bill.  A note was received from the Secretary of State asking for Walpole’s support of SB 297. Both communications were acknowledged.

National Grid Herbicide Notification: National Grid will be applying herbicide from the Great Hydro Dam southeastward towards Surry.  The notification was acknowledged.

Highway Shed Stain Color: The Selectboard agreed that the Highway shed color will be Hamilton Blue semi-solid.

Assessing Information Fees:  Mrs. Downing reported that the last update in fees was January 2018.  The Selectboard was asked if the fees should be raised $10 for each option to help offset the Avitar costs. Ms. Mayberry moved to increase the assessing information fees by $10.00 for each option.  Second by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

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

Ms. Vose moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a)(e) at 7:48 PM.  Second by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:26 PM.

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

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Dalessio declared the meeting adjourned at 8:26 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the March 27, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

TOWN OF WALPOLE, NEW HAMPSHIRE

MEETING OF THE SELECTBOARD

MARCH 12, 2025

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

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

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

PAYROLL

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $33,085.69 dated 3/14/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,672.95.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

Selectboard Meeting – March 5, 2025:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of March 5, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – March 5, 2025:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of March 5, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the minutes were approved, and the minutes are sealed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

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

• Conservation Commission Meeting – March 3, 2025

Ms. Mayberry acknowledged these minutes.

PROPERTY TAX REFUNDS

Map and Lot # 028-159-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 028-159-000, of $2,442.00.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot # 001-003-006: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 001-003-006, of $269.74.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot # 003-065-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 003-065-000, of $239.27.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot # 020-044-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 020-044-000, of $20.10.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the tax refund was approved.

Map and Lot # 001-019-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Property Tax Refund for Map and Lot # 001-019-000, of $10.27.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the tax refund was approved.

VETERANS’ TAX CREDIT:

Map and Lot # 013-027-001: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Veterans’ Property Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 013-027-001.  The applicant served more than 90 days of active duty and was honorably discharged. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS

Houghton Brook Bridge – Cost Escalation Update:  In 2023 the estimated cost to replace the bridge was $1,147,200.  The current estimate is $1,695,000, which is a 48% increase in cost.  Mr. Dalessio made a motion for the chair to sign the form stating that Walpole still plans to replace the Houghton Brook Bridge.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion passed, and Ms. Mayberry signed the form.

Reservoir Dam Update: An update was received from Fuss & O’Neill.  The wetlands permit is being finalized. Forms are to be sent to the Town next week for review and signatures.

Reservoir Dam Reimbursement Form: A reimbursement of $13,969 is requested.  Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the reimbursement request and to have Mr. Dalessio sign the form.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the reimbursement request was approved, and Mr. Dalessio signed the form.

Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Initial Meeting:  The first meeting will be March 19, 2025 at 3:00 – 5:00 PM in the Town Hall. 

NEW BUSINESS

New Police Station Grant Consultant: Nancy Merrill of Development Solutions LLC is a grant writer working on the new Police Station funding. Mr. Dalessio made a motion to approve hiring Development Solutions LLC to help with fundraising for the New Police Station, and for the Chair to sign the contract.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved, and the contract was signed.

2025 Senator Shaheen Congressional Grant Request: Ms. Merrill of Development Solutions LLC completed the application to request $2,057,209 for the new Police Station.  Peggy Pschirrer requested support letters from various Town groups.  The letters were uploaded to a portal.  

Recreation Revolving Fund Request: Mr. Wilkes requested payment for three movies to be shown by the Recreation Department this summer.  Ms. Vose moved to purchase the three movies from Swank Motion Pictures Inc. for a total cost of $825 with funds to come from the Recreation Revolving Fund, and to sign Purchase Order #204586.  Mr. Dalessio seconded the motion.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the purchase was approved, and the purchase order was signed.

Whitcomb Park Reservation Request: The organizers of the Joshua Druke 5K Race on September 20, 2025 would like to start the race at Whitcomb Park. The walk-through last year helped eliminate questions about possible damage.  Mrs. Downing will call Primex for recommended insurance levels for an event like this.  By consensus the Board asked Mrs. Downing to let the organizers know they may use Whitcomb Park as long as Walpole gets proof of insurance at an appropriate level and there is a walk-through.

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

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a)(e) at 7:01 PM.  Ms. Vose seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:22 PM.

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

ADJOURNMENT: Ms. Mayberry declared the meeting adjourned at 8:23 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the March 19, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)