The Dalton Select Board met on August 31, 2026, entering nonpublic session for personnel and legal matters, later sealing those minutes via roll call vote. A job posting will be created for a vacant highway department equipment operator position. FEMA approved reimbursement funds totaling $83,052.48 for July 2024 flood repairs, which the board accepted. The board approved the MS-1 report, acknowledging a software calculation issue requiring resubmission after correction. Warren motioned to approve August 17 minutes with Jo Beth seconding; Eric abstained. For emergency temporary zoning, the board set a public hearing for September 19 and a special town meeting for September 24. The transfer station committee meeting was rescheduled to September 14. The board signed accounts payable and payroll and authorized Jeanette to update anticipated revenue figures for the MS-434 report due September 1. The municipal building kitchen overhang structural work was completed for approximately $112.
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The Select Board members Jo Beth Dudley, Eric Moore, and Warren Green were present. The Board signed AP checks and Jo Beth signed a pistol permit. Jo Beth approved and signed a property use request from Jeanette.
The Board revised Town Investment, Bad Check, Town Website Submissions, and Key/Key Fob policies. The Use of Pistol Permit Fund Policy was rescinded, with funds moving to general operating. Jeanette will prepare a list of sealed nonpublic minutes for review every five years.
The Transfer Station Committee meeting was rescheduled to September 14th at 5:30pm. A public hearing for Emergency Temporary Zoning is set for September 19th at 5pm. The Special Town Meeting is scheduled for September 24th at 6pm, with the special election to follow. Alternate dates are October 16th and 22nd. Warren motioned to adjourn at 7:24pm, seconded by Eric.
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The Select Board approved timber yield tax warrants and August 3 meeting minutes via roll call votes. Financial review showed the operating budget is in a good position. HVAC repairs for the municipal building are estimated at $50,000-$75,000, with potential AC additions costing $25,000-$50,000. The transfer station received a pallet jack/scale; calibration is scheduled for August 19, 2026. A grant covering 100% of the pallet jack/scale cost was awarded. A highway department dump truck was ordered for January 2027 delivery via an approved executive grant. The planning board approved the Ainsworth/Dynan minor subdivision. Jon Swan submitted a petition with 42 signatures for temporary emergency zoning; the Town Clerk will verify signatures. The conservation commission meets August 18, and the transfer station committee meets August 24. FLINT: FAA fixes are expected by September 30 to October 31, 2026.
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The Select Board approved one timber yield warrant and executed one intent to cut. July 20, 2026, minutes and nonpublic minutes were approved via roll call. The Board authorized the transfer station attendant to transport recycling to NCES, with mileage rates set previously. Jo Beth motioned to approve $2,350 for exterior lighting repairs to improve safety; the motion passed. The Board approved purchasing a Mettler Toledo pallet jack with scale for $4,360 and applying for an NH Recycles grant for reimbursement. The proposal for a replacement highway truck received Executive Council approval for ordering. Regarding building maintenance, moisture issues in the slab require further investigation. Traffic signs for Big Hill and Blakslee arrived; Jeanette will coordinate installation and seek reimbursement from Under Canvas. FEMA approval for road work extensions was received for two of three road groups. Michael Carrier accepted the transfer station attendant position; the Board will seek a backup to cover one Saturday and one Tuesday monthly. A working session was scheduled to update town policies.
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The Select Board approved meeting minutes from June 25, July 6, and prior nonpublic sessions via roll call votes. The board executed a cemetery deed and handled two gravel warrants. Jo Beth motioned for Jeanette to draft a note allowing residents to pay increased sewer tax bills in three-month installments without interest, seconded by Warren and approved via roll call. The board approved reimbursing $39,760 from the Paving Capital Reserve Fund to general funds for municipal parking lot work. Transfer station mileage reimbursement was set at $0.74/mile for trailers and $0.73/mile for trucks via roll call. Michael Carrier's pay increase form was signed. The building moisture remediation starts July 24. The transfer station committee meets July 27 at 5:30pm. The highway truck grant application goes to the executive council July 29.
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