The Exeter Planning Board meets September 24, 2026, to approve minutes from August 27 and September 10, 2026. Public hearings agenda items include Stonearch Development LLC's continued application (PB Case #26-11) for a lot line adjustment, minor subdivision, and site plan review for 5 Brentwood Drive to create eight residential condominium units. Peter A. Smith Revocable Living Trust applies (Case #26-16) for a minor subdivision of 5.762 acres at 121 High Street into two single-family lots. Deirdre & Seth Robert apply (Case #26-17) for a conditional use permit to restore 839 square feet of buffer at 26 Wadleigh Street. Other business includes Master Plan discussion, Land Use Regulations review, Field Modifications, and Bond/Letter of Credit Reductions and Releases. Langdon J. Plumer is Chairman.
Source: https://www.exeternh.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/planning_board/meeting/63847/pb-leg.09-24-26_legal_notice.pdf
During the September 22, 2026 William Robinson Trust Fund meeting, new Trustee Dan Provost was introduced. The WRTF approved minutes from the May 6, 2026 meeting and the corresponding non-public session. Treasurer Debbie Merrill presented the Treasurer’s Report and provided updates on scholarship recipients. For the 2026-2027 term, the committee set goals to review and update the yearly timeline. They tasked members with setting a date in October to invite a Financial Advisor to a future meeting and reviewing and finalizing the Grant Follow-up Report Form. Updates were also received from grant recipients. A date for the next meeting was left to be determined.
Source: https://www.exeternh.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/trustees_of_the_robinson_fund/meeting/64242/trustees_of_the_robinson_trust_fund_agenda_9-22-26.pdf
The Exeter Train Station Committee convened on September 17, 2026. The committee noted the 2027 budget was submitted during the review of August 20, 2026 minutes. Future agenda items specify the budget request includes $\$1{,}000$ for Printing and Life Safety. A NH Design Charrette Program held August 7 & 8 was celebrated, with acknowledgment given to Jen Wheeler for sending out the TQ Press Release List. Enna addressed the upcoming Rail Safety Awareness Week scheduled for September 21-27. The committee will review One-Year TSC Goals and discuss forming Working Groups. Status updates were provided regarding the State of Good Repair Grant and Work; the Lincoln Street Overflow Parking Request will be discussed in a future meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for October 15 from 11:00 to 12:00.
Source: https://www.exeternh.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/train_station_committee/meeting/63979/train_station_committee_agenda_9-17-26.pdf
Acting Chair Thompson called the meeting to order. Mr. Briselden motioned to approve August 20, 2026 minutes; Ms. Grazier seconded. The vote passed 3-0-1 with Mr. Hall abstaining. Mr. Briselden noted the NNEPRA agreement for the State of Good Repair Grant was signed, committing to platform repairs. The committee reviewed Rail Safety Awareness Week (September 21-27) activities. Ms. Grazier circulated a draft letter to educators regarding track safety, following a Select Board proclamation. Mr. Winham's budget will cover a banner from Staples. Acting Chair Thompson plans a table at the station for Friday, recommending setup near Jerry's from 11:30 to 3. Mr. Beeler will attend Red Out Day. The committee adjourned at 11:58 PM via a 4-0-0 vote. The next meeting is October 15, 2026.
Source: https://www.exeternh.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/train_station_committee/meeting/63979/train_station_committee_draft_minutes_9-17-26.pdf
The Exeter Heritage Commission met on September 16, 2026, to review an agenda that included several actionable items but contained no recorded decisions, votes, or budget figures. The agenda listed a review of minutes from a prior meeting but did not specify the outcome. The commission discussed matters related to the Dan Healy Memorial, a Section 106 letter to the NHPA regarding the demolition review of 9 Webster Ave., and updates from other town boards. Discussions also focused on the John Merkle Heritage Award program, including a review of a first-year draft plan and nomination form for its inaugural 2026 year. Additionally, the meeting addressed creating educational material and organizing an RP table for public outreach and member recruitment. The agenda concluded with a discussion on grant funding opportunities through various organizations. No concrete next steps, dates, votes, or financial decisions were recorded in the provided text.
Source: https://www.exeternh.gov/sites/default/files/fileattachments/heritage_commission/meeting/64039/ehc_agenda_september_2026.pdf