The Walpolean

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

August 21, 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: Nicole Adams and The Rev. Richard Malmberg

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

The following two items were moved from New Business to the top of the agenda to accommodate guests who wish to speak.

TRAIL MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT: Ms. Adams has reviewed and completed the State’s new Trail Maintenance Agreement, and it is ready for Attorney Hockensmith’s review.  The new agreement replaces the annual Special Use Permit, and it can be completed just once.  With the new agreement the Conservation Commission/Trail Committee will also submit an annual work plan.

OUTDOOR SERVICE: The Rev. Malmberg would like to use the Common and power from the Gazebo on September 7th at 10:00 AM.  The First Congregational Church and St. John’s Episcopal Church will host an ecumenical service with everyone invited to attend.  Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the use of the Common on September 7th.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $1,097,866.08 dated 8/25/2025. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved.

PAYROLL

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $36,317.58 dated 8/22/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,880.36.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, Payroll was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

Selectboard Meeting – August 14, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of August 14, 2025. Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved. Ms. Vose abstained since she was not present at the meeting.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – August 14, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of August 14, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Non-Public minutes were approved and remain sealed. Ms. Vose abstained.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

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

• Walpole Trail Committee Minutes – July 9, 2025
• Walpole Planning Board Minutes – August 12, 2025
• Safety Committee Minutes – August 14, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

BUILDING PERMIT

2025-19, Map and Lot# 008-053-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit #2025-19 for Map and Lot 008-053-000 to construct a 24’ x 24’ Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU).  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.  Before the building permit can be issued, the Town needs to receive the registered form from the Register of Deeds.

2025-21, Map and Lot# 012-026-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit #2025-21 for Map and Lot # 012-026-000 to construct a 1,920 sq. ft. home, which is phase one of the project. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

2025-22, Map and Lot# 004-047-001: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Demolition Permit #2025-22 for Map and Lot # 004-047-001 for the demolition of a garage. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS

Reservoir Dam Repair: The revised plans for repair of the Dam are now awaiting DES approval.  The changes include a new concrete spillway, change from a 3-foot to 9-foot outlet, the dam needs to be 6 inches higher, and other work on dam itself.  Fuss and O’Neill are still assuring Walpole the work will be completed on time.

NEW BUSINESS

Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative Form: The Chair needs to sign IRS Form 2848 for Bob Kimball.  This will permit Mr. Kimball to talk to the IRS about the refund we are due for the solar installation at the Recycling Center.   Ms. Mayberry moved to approve IRS Form 2848 and for the Chair to sign it.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion passed, and Mr. Dalessio signed Form 2848. 

Recreation Department Revolving Fund Request: Mr. Wilkes would like to purchase soccer jerseys for the Fall Rec Soccer League.  The expense will be reimbursed by the team sponsors. Ms. Vose moved to approve Purchase Order number 665635 for $1,583.00 to Bulldog for the purchase of jerseys for the Fall Soccer League. Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the purchase order was approved and signed.

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

Ms. Vose moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (b) (c) at 6:55 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:25 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.

HOOPER TRUSTEES

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 7:25PM.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:36 PM.

BUDGET MEETINGS: Two meetings have been scheduled to start working on the 2026 Budget:

• On 9/12/2025 at 8:30 AM, the Selectboard will meet with Mr. Kreissle to go over the preliminary budget.
• On 12/12/2025 at 8:30 AM, the Selectboard will meet with each of the Department Managers to go over their detailed budgets.

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Dalessio declared the meeting adjourned at 7:41PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

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

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

August 14, 2025

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

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

Guests Present: John Peska and Peter Palmiotto, Conservation Commission Co-Chairs

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

Payroll

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $35,946.07 dated 8/15/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,842.78.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – August 6, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of August 6, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Session – August 6, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard Session of August 6, 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.

Correction to Selectboard Statement on Racism:  The Selectboard opposes racism in Walpole whether intentional or unintentional.

Committee Reports

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

Conservation Commission Meeting – August 4, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

Building Permit

2025-19, Map and Lot# 008-053-000:  Ms. Mayberry moved to not approve Building Permit #2025-19 for Map and Lot # 008-053-000 to construct a 24’ x 24’ Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU) – the plan does not meet the required specifications. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved with the building permit not being approved. The applicant is to be contacted. A better plot map in required.

2025-20, Map and Lot# 005-034-000: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Building Permit #2025-20 for Map and Lot # 005-034-000 to construct a 16’ x 14’ carport for a tractor. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

ARPA Grant Disbursement Forms for Reservoir Dam: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve and have the Chair sign ARPA Grant Disbursement Request #17 for $1,360 and Request #18 for $10,472.50.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, both requests were approved and signed by Mr. Dalessio.

Groundwater Management Permit for former Central Plating Site: Mr. Dalessio stated that the permit has been issued by DES and is acknowledged.  Ransom Consulting was contracted on February 29, 2024 to manage the process.  However, since the permit took so long, Pinchin LLC (previously Ransom) requires a new contract with updated costs using the new company name. 

New Business

HealthTrust Updated Transmittal: HealthTrust has created a retiree BCBS Advantage plan, which includes drug coverage.  The separate prescription plan has been eliminated. Ms. Mayberry made a motion to have the Chair sign the corrected transmittal form from HealthTrust.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion passed, and Mr. Dalessio signed the transmittal.

Inspection for Toxic Air Pollutants: During a NH DES inspection for toxic air pollutants on July 21, 2025 at Len Tex Corporation in North Walpole, deficiencies were noted.  Mr. Dalessio acknowledged the report.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (b) at 6:44 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:01PM.

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.

Mr. Peska and Mr. Palmiotto entered the meeting.

Reservoir Dam

Mr. Peska and Mr. Palmiotto were in attendance to discuss options for the Reservoir Dam. There are two options. It can be either removed or repaired.  Mr. Dalessio stated that the estimated cost to remove the dam is $380,000 – 580,000 plus possibly additional costs for remediation depending on what is found when the dam is removed.  In addition, the Town could lose the ARPA grant of almost $750,000. The Town may need to repay the grant money that has already been spent.  The State now requires dams to withstand a 1,000-year flood. This change makes current and future maintenance more costly. Mr. Dalessio added that the work needs to start early in 2026 to repair the dam.  All invoices must be processed by DES by 9/16/2026.  A letter to Mr. Scott, the head of DES, expressing the Town’s concerns will be prepared.

Walpole Trees Committee

Mr. Palmiotto described the Tree Committee’s plan for trees in the three villages.  The plan is to have another planting October 19, 2025 with more trees planted around the Common.  Future plantings will be in the spring.  The plan for the Common was discussed. The goal is to plant trees that will have a good start before the existing Norway maples must be taken down.  The next step is to focus on the trees needed in North Walpole and on the Drewsville Common.  Advocates for both villages were suggested.  The Selectboard noted that Liberty Utilities offered Walpole money for trees. That opportunity will be investigated.  The Selectboard stated that while planning the trees for the Common, there needs to be a plan to reinstall the plaques that were removed during prior construction on the Common.

Mr. Palmiotto and Mr. Peska left the meeting.

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Dalessio declared the meeting adjourned at 8:01PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the August 21, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

August 6, 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: Kyle Houghton, Mike Nachajski, and Brad Nash, Maintenance Tech

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 wish to speak to it.

Town Hall Air Conditioning System Proposal

Mr. Houghton and Mr. Nachajski of E.E. Houghton presented the proposal for air conditioner/heat pumps in the Town Hall offices, kitchen, hall and bathrooms for a cost of $87,500.00.  They recommend a City Multiline from Mitsubishi which has multiple zones and thermostat settings. The system does heat and cooling at the same time, to allow everyone to be comfortable.  It can use heat from a too warm area to heat another area where extra heat is needed.  Mr. Nachajski explained that if the Town do not choose this system, it will take three compressors to cover the same part of the building.  There are rebates available. The amount the Town can expect is being calculated. The amounts should be available in about a week.  The recommendation is to disconnect the existing boiler from this area but still have it available for the rest of the building.  The proposed system would be the most efficient option for the most frequently used areas.  Mr. Dalessio commented that because of the cost, this system must go to Town Meeting for approval.  There were additional questions such as what is the cost impact if the system is sized for a couple more offices. Mr. Dalessio requested a service contract quote.  There was a question about whether a generator could run this system.  The Town is waiting for a quote to install a generator at the Town Hall.

Mr. Houghton, Mr. Nachajski, and Mr. Nash left the meeting.

Accounts Payable

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $150,782.45, dated 8/11/2025 including $86,860.90 payment to the Village of Bellows Falls for the second quarter sewer usage and bond. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved. 

Payroll

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $36,136.05 dated 8/8/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,906.84.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – July 31, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 31, 2025.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – July 31, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of July 31, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Non-Public minutes were approved, and they remain sealed.

Old Business

Reservoir Dam: There is a request from the Conservation Commission and new information from Fuss and O’Neill.  Fuss and O’Neill have prepared a new design that should be available this week to avoid having a cement spillway.  Mr. Dalessio stated the estimate to remove the dam is $400,000 – 580,000 plus treatment of contamination or living organisms and removal of accumulated silt.  The current grants would not be applicable to removing the dam. Other grants are available to remove a dam.  The work must be completed in about a year for the ARPA grant.  John Peska and Peter Palmiotto will be asked to attend the Selectboard meeting next week to discuss the topic. 

Property Tax Collections Summary Report: Mrs. Daigle has defined the letter meanings for each type of warrant as requested last week.  That clarified the report.

New Business

Library Repairs Purchase Order and Invoice: Ms. Vose moved to approve and sign Purchase Order # 619057 for $6,000.00 for pointing the left and right sides of the front of the building, repairing the crack on the side of the ramp, and repairing the piers on the porch.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the purchase order was approved and signed.

Conservation Commission Topics: Ms. Vose said that the Conservation Commission is ready to plant the next batch of trees for the Common on October 19th.  The Tree Committee will determine what is needed in Drewsville and North Walpole.  Ms. Mayberry will check with the Commissioners to see what North Walpole might like for trees.

Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) Update: Revised maps are available for review and comment.  The next step is to schedule a public meeting.  After that the official maps will be released.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (b)(c) at 7:32 PM.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:21PM.

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.

Hooper Trustees

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 8:25 PM.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:47 PM.

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Dalessio declared the meeting adjourned at 8:47 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

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

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

July 31, 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 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

Payroll

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $39,711.16 dated 8/1/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,629.62.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – July 24, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 24, 2025. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – July 24, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of July 24, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Non-Public minutes were approved.

Correction to Selectboard Minutes – July 17, 2025:  After the minutes were approved, an error was found in a location.  Ms. Mayberry moved to correct the Map and Lot # to 021-013-000 for the Cease-and-Desist letter and approve the minutes as amended.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the amended minutes were approved.

Committee Reports

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

• Police Station Building Committee Meeting – July 14, 2025
• Trustees of the Trust Funds Meeting – July 17, 2025

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

Water and Sewer Warrants

Water and Sewer Fees: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve:

• the warrant for Walpole Water Fees for $56,360.09
• the warrant for Walpole Sewer Fees totaling $82,366.86
• the warrant for North Walpole Sewer Fees for $67,539.36

Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the warrants were approved.

Old Business

Sidewalk at State Line Grocery: J.B. Mack from SWRPC would like to discuss a possible MAST grant which could fund the crosswalk improvements up to State Line Grocery.  Ms. Mayberry and North Walpole Commissioner Kiniry will talk and then follow up with Mr. Mack.

Town Hall A/C: Next week EE Houghton will present a proposal for air conditioning for the Town Hall offices.

New Business

FY 2026 NH DOT Highway Block Grant: Mr. Dalessio noted that the total amount from two types of payments is $144,479.12.  The first payment of $43,343.74 has been received.

Police Cruiser Capital Reserve Fund Request: Mr. Dalessio explained that new batteries are needed for the radar trailer.  The paperwork contained mistakes and was sent back to the Police Department to be corrected.  Mr. Dalessio said that the Police maintenance budget will be over for this year. Therefore, the battery replacement is coming from the Police Cruiser Capital Reserve Fund. This purchase is an acceptable use of the Capital Reserve Fund.

Selectboard Comment re: Racism:  The Police investigation is complete, and it has been concluded that there is no connection to the pickup truck incident in Alstead. There is no intentional racism in Walpole.

Tax Collector’s Report: Mrs. Daigle reported that 95.45% of the first 2025 tax warrant has been collected. The Selectboard would like clarification on the coding letters used in the printed report.  Mrs. Daigle will begin contacting people with overdue taxes.

Vacancy Posting for Walpole School District Representative: Interested applicants are requested to apply at the Fall Mountain Regional School District (FMRSD) Office by August 20, 2025.  The successful applicant will serve until the next FMRSD election in March.

Connecticut Riverbank Erosion Issue Complaint: Peter Powers of North Walpole filed a complaint about the erosion of the riverbank in North Walpole.  Mr. Symonds met with Mr. Powers to review the situation, but he feels it is a State issue, not a road issue.

Crime Awareness: In response to a note from Peggy Pschirrer regarding a stolen vehicle and scams, the Selectboard is investigating various programs that let people sign up to receive public notifications. 

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (b) (c) at 7:05 PM.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:23 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 8:23 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the August 6, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)

Town of Walpole, New Hampshire

Meeting of the Selectboard

JULY 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: Peggy Pschirrer and Paul Looney of the Community Power Committee; Matt Cole, Community Relations at Great River Hydro

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

The following two items were moved to the top of the agenda to accommodate guests who wish to speak to them.

CPCNH RATES: Mr. Looney and Mrs. Pschirrer of the Community Power Committee gave an update of rates.  CPCNH’s rate for 8/1/2025 – 1/31/2026 will be $0.13332 which is higher than Liberty Utilities’ rate.  CPCNH now realizes that each utility has a different cost of doing business based on the way line losses are handled and that is changing CPCNH’s business model.  The higher CPCNH rates do not affect the rate Walpole pays because our contract goes through the end of the year.  Rates starting 2/1/2026 will probably be available in November. At that time, the Town will need to decide how to proceed.

Mrs. Pschirrer and Mr. Looney left the meeting.

ROUTE 12 PUBLIC ACCESS POINT ON THE CONNECTICUT RIVER: Matt Cole of Great River Hydro requested a discussion about the public access point on the river below the Vilas Bridge because Walpole owns the land from the access point to Cold River.  Great River Hydro (GRH) is planning for the portage from North Walpole Village to the access point, around the dam and rapids. They want to be sure it will remain public access. Mr. Cole stated that GRH is planning a livery service from North Walpole to the access point to improve safety and convenience.  There will be a sign at the North Walpole landing with a phone number to call for the transport service. By consensus the Town has no plans to change it, so it will remain a public access point.

Mr. Cole left the meeting.

Accounts Payable

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $933,319.61 dated 7/28/2025 including $804,108.98 monthly payment to Fall Mountain Regional School District. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Accounts Payable was approved.

Payroll

Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $37,068.50 dated 7/25/2025 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,043.31.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Payroll was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – July 17, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 17, 2025. Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Selectboard minutes were approved.

Non-Public Selectboard Meeting – July 17, 2025: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard meeting of July 17, 2025.  The minutes will remain sealed.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Non-Public minutes were approved.

Committee Reports

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

• Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting – July 16, 2025 

Mr. Dalessio acknowledged these minutes.

Old Business

Vachon Clukay Representation Letter: Ms. Mayberry moved to accept the Representation Letter for the 2023 Audit and for the Chair to sign it.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the Representation Letter was approved and signed by Mr. Dalessio.

Emergency Medical Situation Procedure: The discussion continued from last week.  “Call 911” should be changed to “Call 911 – Do Not Transport”.  Any time there is a medical situation question, 911 should be called. Staff should err on the side of safety.

August 21st In-Person Staff Meeting: Department managers will go over the new Emergency Medical Situation Procedure and take questions.  In addition, each department manager should bring a sample procedure they created since the last Staff Meeting.  Mrs. Downing will let everyone know they need to finish their procedures.

Savings Bank of Walpole 150th Anniversary Community Event: The event is this Sunday, July 27th.  Lucy Weber has been invited to read the proclamation at 11:00 AM.  The Selectboard will be on the podium and in pictures.

New Business

Reservoir Dam ARPA Grant Disbursement Form: Ms. Mayberry moved to approve the ARPA Disbursement request for $15,052.50 and to have the Chair sign the form.  Ms. Vose seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Ms. Vose and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the disbursement request was approved, and Mr. Dalessio signed the form.

Corrective Police Cruiser Title: The Town Clerk noticed that “Police Department” must be added to the owner’s name to be consistent with all the other Town vehicles.  Ms. Vose moved to change the vehicle owner on the Title to Town of Walpole – Police Department.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion passed, and Mr. Dalessio signed the Title with the changes as needed.

Travel Trailers off Class VI Portion of Scoville Road: It has been reported to the Selectboard Office that there are two trailers parked off the Class VI portion of Scoville Road with people living in them.  Since that is not permitted, the owner of the property will be notified.  Additionally, the issue will be referred to the Police Department.

Resignation Letter: Shaena Hakey in the Recycling Department submitted a resignation letter. The resignation was accepted by consensus of the Selectboard.  Ms. Hakey was thanked for her service to the Town.

Employee Appreciation Meal: This year the appreciation lunch will be on Tuesday, September 23rd.  The suggested menu is homemade vegetarian soup, salad, sandwiches and pie.  When a similar menu was offered several years ago, it was well received.

Request for Use of the Common and Gazebo: The River Valley Church wishes to have an outside service on Sunday, August 24th at 10:00 AM on the Common.  By consensus, the request was approved.

1st Selectboard Meeting in August: The meeting will be moved from August 7th to the 6th. 

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

Ms. Vose moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a)(b)(c) at 7:36 PM.  Ms. Mayberry seconded.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:27 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 8:27 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections will be found in the Minutes of the July 31, 2025 Selectboard meeting.)