The Walpolean

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.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

July 1, 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: Sue Nadeau and Jonathan Crocker, Hooper Institute Board of Directors and Greta Drager, Hooper Institute Executive Director

Call to Order: Ms. Vose called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:50 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

Hooper Trustees

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 6:51 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:32 PM.

Ms. Nadeau, Ms. Drager and Mr. Crocker left during the Hooper Trustees non-public meeting.

Accounts Payable 

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $64,460.50 dated 7/7/2026, the  ACH payments of $41,895.16 to HealthTrust and $99,581.25 to NH Municipal Bond Bank.  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 $41,573.77 dated 7/3/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,514.01; also the supplemental payment of  $1,250.00 dated 7/3/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $299.28.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – June 25, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of June 25, 2026.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – June 25, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of June 25, 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:

• Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting – June 17, 2026
• Planning Board Workshop Minutes – June 23, 2026

Ms. Vose acknowledged these minutes.

Old Business

Reservoir Dam Permitting Update: Mr. Dalessio reported that the Town met the deadline of 7/1/2026 for the Reservoir Dam Wetlands Permit and had received a permit to Reconstruct an Existing Dam (i.e. to breech the dam temporarily until it can be reconstructed to meet current standards.)  Ms. Mayberry moved to accept the Reconstruction Permit and for Mr. Dalessio to sign it.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion passed and Mr. Dalessio signed the permit.

MS-636 for Special Town Meeting: Ms. Mayberry moved to sign the MS-636 for the Special Meeting on 8/17/2026.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion passed and the MS-636 was signed. 

Dog Licensing re: Extra Fees: The Town Clerk’s Office wanted to let the Selectboard know about the additional fees for dogs taken to the Humane Society that are charged to the Towns.  Mr. Dalessio recommends raising rates when the State permits higher rates.

July 5th Concert on the Green Update: Information on the July 5th Concert is posted on the Town website (walpolnh.us) under events and news. The schedule is:

• 4:00 PM: Bring your own picnic to the Common
• 4:00 – 6:00 PM: “Ask Your Selectboard a Question” table by the Town Hall
• 4:15 PM: Lucy Weber will read the Declaration of Independence
• 4:30 PM: Church bells will be rung
• 5:00 PM: Hot dogs will be available
• 6:00 PM: Concert on the Green – River Valley Dance Band

New Business

NH DOT Rumble Strip Project: The NH DOT plans to install rumble strips on Route 12 from Fitzwilliam to Newport to help keep people in their lanes.  There will not be a rumble strip through North Walpole.  Ms. Vose acknowledged the notice. 

FMRSD-SAU 60 Leadership Format Change Memo: A notice was received stating that FMRSD will be changing its leadership format again this year and listing the qualifications for the new CEO. Ms. Vose acknowledged the notice.

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

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (b)(c)(e) at 7:52 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:20 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 8:20 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

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

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

June 18, 2026

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

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

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

Accounts Payable

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $63,369.14 dated 6/22/2026. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the ACH request for May 2026 payment to NHRS of $45,079.67. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Primex yearly payment of $72,042.00 for property and liability. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Primex yearly payment of $49,556.00 for Workers’ Compensation coverage. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Payroll

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $35,082.10 dated 6/19/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,558.72.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – June 11, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of June 11, 2026. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – June 11, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of June 11, 2026.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Non-Public minutes were approved.

Ms. Mayberry arrived at the meeting.

Committee Reports

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

• Walpole Fire District Meeting – February 11, 2026
• Walpole Fire District Meeting – March 11, 2026
• Walpole Fire District Meeting – April 1, 2026
• Trail Committee Meeting – May 13, 2026
• Supervisors of the Checklist – June 2, 2026
• Library Board of Trustees Meeting – June 9, 2026
• Planning Board Meeting – June 9, 2026

Ms. Vose acknowledged these minutes.

Land Use Change Tax

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Land Use Change Tax for the following property: Map and Lot # 011-001-002 in the amount of $15,000.00.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.  

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Land Use Change Tax for the following property: Map and Lot # 029-019-000 in the amount of $1,400.00.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.  

Solar Tax Credit:

Map and Lot #005-002-010: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Solar Property Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 005-002-010. The approval was delayed because assessor had to visit the property.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor,  the motion was approved.

Timber Intents

Map and Lot 005-057-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Timber Intent for Map and Lot # 005-057-000, off Watkins Hill Road.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor,  the motion was approved.

Building/Demolition Permits

20264-18, Map and Lot# 020-011-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Demolition Permit #2026-18 for Map and Lot # 020-011-000 to demolish the existing metal building. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

Public Hearings – Potential Hearing Date: The Public Hearings for the Police Station bond and budget will be July 1, 2026.  By consensus, in case of bad weather, the hearing will be postponed to July 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM. 

160 Prospect Hill Road Letter: There is a building permit violation on this property. The standard fine of $275 for building without a permit will be assessed. For now, no daily penalty will be added since they are addressing the issue.

Water and Sewer Utility Meeting – New Date: July 15th or 22nd have been suggested for the Water and Sewer Utility Meeting.  Mrs. Downing will check with Mark Houghton.

North Walpole School Draft Future Use Plans: Mr. Dalessio said this is the plan required by the State.  It indicates what the School Board’s thoughts are about possible use of the building.

New Business

May 2026 Landfill Monitoring Report: Two monitoring wells had levels of 62% and 156% LEL, which is consistent with historical data.  Ms. Vose acknowledged the report.

North Walpole Commissions Request to Meet with the Selectboard: The North Walpole Village Commissioners have requested a meeting with the Selectboard on Thursday, June 25th to discuss the North Walpole School.  That meeting time is good with the Selectboard.

Town Hall Folding Chairs and Outside Use: The Grange would like to use the chairs from Town Hall for Award Night on the Common, weather permitting.  By consensus, the Selectboard agrees to the use because it benefits the whole community.

Town Common Use on August 23rd: The River Valley Church would like to have Bluegrass and other entertainment on the Common on August 23rd.  By consensus the church may go ahead with their event as long as there is no bouncy house on Town property.

HCS Pricing Comment from a Citizen: A resident is concerned with the increase in the cost of the Foot Care Clinics.  It was observed that it seems to be what is happening everywhere.  The Selectboard does not dictate Home Healthcare, Hospice and Community Services (HCS) prices.  Ms. Vose acknowledged the resident’s concern.

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 (b) at 7:04 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:17 PM.

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

Hooper Trustees

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 7:17 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:39 PM.  

Mr. Dalessio spoke to the Walpole Seniors meeting on Monday at the Congregational Church.  They had a lot of questions about things in Walpole. He felt it was a very good discussion.

Adjournment: Ms. Vose declared the meeting adjourned at 7:43 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the June 25,2026 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

June 18, 2026

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

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

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

Accounts Payable

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $63,369.14 dated 6/22/2026. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the ACH request for May 2026 payment to NHRS of $45,079.67. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Primex yearly payment of $72,042.00 for property and liability. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Primex yearly payment of $49,556.00 for Workers’ Compensation coverage. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Payroll

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $35,082.10 dated 6/19/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,558.72.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – June 11, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of June 11, 2026. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – June 11, 2026: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of June 11, 2026.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Vose in favor, the Non-Public minutes were approved.

Ms. Mayberry arrived at the meeting.

Committee Reports

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

• Walpole Fire District Meeting – February 11, 2026
• Walpole Fire District Meeting – March 11, 2026
• Walpole Fire District Meeting – April 1, 2026
• Trail Committee Meeting – May 13, 2026
• Supervisors of the Checklist – June 2, 2026
• Library Board of Trustees Meeting – June 9, 2026
• Planning Board Meeting – June 9, 2026

Ms. Vose acknowledged these minutes.

Land Use Change Tax

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Land Use Change Tax for the following property: Map and Lot # 011-001-002 in the amount of $15,000.00.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Land Use Change Tax for the following property: Map and Lot # 029-019-000 in the amount of $1,400.00.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Solar Tax Credit:

Map and Lot #005-002-010: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Solar Property Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 005-002-010. The approval was delayed because assessor had to visit the property.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor,  the motion was approved.

Timber Intents

Map and Lot 005-057-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Timber Intent for Map and Lot # 005-057-000, off Watkins Hill Road.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor,  the motion was approved.

Building/Demolition Permits

20264-18, Map and Lot# 020-011-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Demolition Permit #2026-18 for Map and Lot # 020-011-000 to demolish the existing metal building. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

Public Hearings – Potential Hearing Date: The Public Hearings for the Police Station bond and budget will be July 1, 2026.  By consensus, in case of bad weather, the hearing will be postponed to July 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM. 

160 Prospect Hill Road Letter: There is a building permit violation on this property.  The standard fine of $275 for building without a permit will be assessed. For now, no daily penalty will be added since they are addressing the issue.

Water and Sewer Utility Meeting – New Date: July 15th or 22nd have been suggested for the Water and Sewer Utility Meeting.  Mrs. Downing will check with Mark Houghton.

North Walpole School Draft Future Use Plans: Mr. Dalessio said this is the plan required by the State.  It indicates what the School Board’s thoughts are about possible use of the building.

New Business

May 2026 Landfill Monitoring Report: Two monitoring wells had levels of 62% and 156% LEL, which is consistent with historical data.  Ms. Vose acknowledged the report.

North Walpole Commissions Request to Meet with the Selectboard: The North Walpole Village Commissioners have requested a meeting with the Selectboard on Thursday, June 25th to discuss the North Walpole School.  That meeting time is good with the Selectboard.

Town Hall Folding Chairs and Outside Use: The Grange would like to use the chairs from Town Hall for Award Night on the Common, weather permitting.  By consensus, the Selectboard agrees to the use because it benefits the whole community.

Town Common Use on August 23rd: The River Valley Church would like to have Bluegrass and other entertainment on the Common on August 23rd.  By consensus the church may go ahead with their event as long as there is no bouncy house on Town property.

HCS Pricing Comment from a Citizen: A resident is concerned with the increase in the cost of the Foot Care Clinics.  It was observed that it seems to be what is happening everywhere.  The Selectboard does not dictate Home Healthcare, Hospice and Community Services (HCS) prices.  Ms. Vose acknowledged the resident’s concern.

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 (b) at 7:04 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:17 PM.

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

Hooper Trustees

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 7:17 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Ms. Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:39 PM.  

Mr. Dalessio spoke to the Walpole Seniors meeting on Monday at the Congregational Church.  They had a lot of questions about things in Walpole. He felt it was a very good discussion.

Adjournment: Ms. Vose declared the meeting adjourned at 7:43 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the June 25, 2026 Selectboard meeting.)