The Planning Board reviewed May 27 minutes, passing them unanimously with a spelling correction. The primary business addressed MAS PB 2026-01, an 8-15 year excavation proposal for 67.01 acres on Brookline Road by 1524 Brookline Road, LLC. The Board deliberated on required third-party reviews for engineering and traffic studies, road degradation concerns, and a $50,000 pavement bond. Outstanding fees totaling $11,634 were noted. Specific conditions were discussed, including a Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm trucking schedule, a tree buffer on Babb Meadow Road, and dust monitoring. The Board unanimously voted to extend the public hearing to July 29, 2026. Other business included deferring a recommendation for NRPC Commissioners to the July meeting and continuing a hearing on regulatory changes.
Source: https://www.masonnh.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif6851/f/agendas/06.24.2026_pb_minutes_unapproved.pdf
The Select Board approved May 12 meeting minutes via roll call (Kate-aye, Rob-aye, Antje-aye). FEMA Flood Insurance Studies and Rate Maps are open for public comment until June 10, 2026. The Planning Board will delay addressing Master Plan and Ordinance conflicts until the NRPC ordinance audit is complete, with the Master Plan project resuming likely in 2027. Members requested legal input to define normal working hours. The Board adopted the 2026 Town of Mason Fund Balance Policy and Investment Policy (Kate-aye, Rob-aye, Antje-aye). administrative tasks included Jen updating the Select Board on Mann House window repairs, a pending welfare application, and contacting Jim Dore regarding Town Hall repairs and Wally Brown regarding ballfield usage. Building Manager Scott Hartley found no mold or water damage at the Highway Department and plans to hire carpet cleaning services for the Mann House and Police Department.
Source: https://www.masonnh.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif6851/f/minutes/05.26.2026_sb_minutes_-_approved.pdf
The Select Board reviewed the year-to-date budget, noting the Equipment Maintenance line item requires close monitoring after $2,300 was spent on backhoe repairs. The Board instructed the Road Agent to organize the quonset hut to relocate Engine 4, and established a deadline of September 1, 2026, for the removal of the fire truck not owned by the Town. A part-time employment application was reviewed and approved to offer a job.
The Greenville Road paving project is open to traffic but will face sporadic closures for culvert installation. Paving is scheduled to begin late July or early August. The Marcel Road project will commence after Greenville Road progress is made. On Scripps Lane, no project is pending, but residents were informed they may submit professional bids in the future. The meeting adjourned at 7:28pm following a 2-0 roll call vote.
Source: https://www.masonnh.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif6851/f/minutes/06.09.2026_sb_hwy_minutes_-_approved.pdf
The Select Board approved minutes from May 26, 2026, with Kate Batcheller and Rob Doyle voting in favor; Antje Skorupan was absent. Chris Jones was appointed as NRPC Commissioner following a recommendation from the Planning Board. The Board approved a $4,300 contract with EcoPro Roofing for trim board repair and gutter installation at the police station. Due to budget constraints, the Board authorized $1,000 for three window AC units instead of replacing the full system, estimated at $9,695.70. The Board accepted $2,890 for Worker’s Compensation surplus and $47 for Unemployment Compensation surplus from Primex. A meeting regarding the Town Hall repairs is upcoming. Jen Tenney is to request a Building Inspector inspection within 14 days for a pending occupancy permit. The Mann House window installation is scheduled for June 27, 2026, and the tower generator installation is set for June 12, 2026.
Source: https://www.masonnh.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif6851/f/minutes/06.09.2026_sb_minutes_-_approved.pdf
The Select Board reviewed the year-to-date budget, noting it is tracking well. They agreed to review the budget in fall 2026 to potentially replace handheld radios. Regarding Cruiser Maintenance line item #4210-19, Chief Rich Fortin reported unexpected costs and an immediate need for brake replacement. The Board noted a cruiser replacement will be required in 2027, with information collection starting fall 2026. The Board accepted a grant award for mobile data terminals; Chief Fortin selected two laptops with universal mounts, leaving open the possibility of a third. Following a resident request to lower the Reed Rd speed limit to 15mph, the Board decided to leave the speed limit unchanged. Chief Fortin noted vehicle volume and large trailers were a greater concern than speed. The meeting adjourned at 6:49pm following a 2-0 roll call vote (Kate Batcheller-aye, Rob Doyle-aye; Antje Skorupan-absent).
Source: https://www.masonnh.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif6851/f/minutes/05.26.2026_sb_pd_minutes_-_approved.pdf