Selectboard Meeting Minutes
The Selectboard discussed Kearsarge Energy’s revised PILOT proposal for solar installations on Concord Street and Clinton Road. Mr. Bernstein and Mr. Feigenbaum presented the new offer, which is significantly higher than the initial proposal, and outlined valuation methods. Parties debated which numbers (P50-P99) should compare these projects with the Antrim Wind Facility. All agreed to continue negotiations and provide documentation for mutually acceptable terms. The Board voted unanimously to enter non-public session at 4:24 pm for legal advice under RSA 91-A:3, II (l). The vote tallied 3-0, with Mr. Edwards, Mr. Robertson, and Mr. Ott in favor. They reconvened in public session at 4:43 pm. Regarding OHRV/UTV use on public roads, Mr. Edwards requested a review of the Town’s previously drafted ordinance. Mr. Lester will place this matter on a future agenda. The meeting adjourned by majority vote at 4:48 pm. Source: https://www.antrimnh.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif2736/f/minutes/09012026_-_bos_minutes.pdf
1 Town of Antrim Select Board Meeting Workshop Minutes Tuesday, September 1, 2026 3:30 pm, Town Hall Board Members Present: Michael Ott, Chairman; Robert Edwards, Vice Chairman; John Robertson, Selectman. Others Present: Scott Lester, Town Administrator; (Zoom) Andrew Bernstein & Sam Feigenbaum, Kearsarge Energy; Matthew Sansoucy & James Wheeler, Sansoucy Associates; Dan Jimenez, Upton Hatfield; and Douglas Deporter. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 3:30 pm by Mr. Ott. This meeting was broadcast via Zoom. Kearsarge Energy revised PILOT Proposal: Mr. Bernstein presented a revised PILOT proposal for Kearsarge Energy’s two solar installations on Concord Street and Clinton Road. The new proposal is significantly higher than the initial offer. Mr. Bernstein and Mr. Feigenbaum outlined alternative valuation and production calculation methods to support the revised proposal. Board Members, Kearsarge Energy & Sansoucy representatives discussed which numbers (P50-P99) and methods should be used to compare the proposed solar projects with the existing Antrim Wind Facility. All parties expressed a willingness to continue negotiations and provide additional documentation for review. The group agreed that the discussions are close to reaching mutually acceptable terms and will reconvene after additional work is completed. Vote to convene in non-public session under RSA 91-A:3, II (l) - Legal Advice: Mr. Edwards made the motion to re-convene in non-public session under RSA 91-A:3, II (l), at 4:24pm. Mr. Robertson seconded the motion. Roll call vote; Mr. Edwards, yes; Mr. Robertson, yes; Mr. Ott, yes. The vote was unanimous and so moved. Zoom attendees left the meeting. The Board reconvened in public session at 4:43 Other Business: Mr. Ott commented on a recent article regarding OHRV/UTV use on public roads. In response, Mr. Edwards noted that other local municipalities are also reviewing the issue. He further stated that he had contacted Mr. Lester earlier in the week to suggest revisiting the Town’s previously drafted ordinance. Mr. Lester will place the matter on a future agenda for further discussion. Adjourn With no other business to discuss, Mr. Robertson moved to adjourn. Mr. Edwards seconded the motion. A vote was taken, the motion passed by majority vote at 4:48pm. Zoom broadcast ended. Respectfully submitted by Scott Lester, Town Administrator.