The Milford Planning Board held a work session on September 1, 2026. The Board reviewed the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) draft for 2027-2032, with Kyle Finnell recommending 15 projects totaling $15 million; however, the Board agreed to hold only one public hearing on the CIP and aimed to have a draft ready for review by October 6, 2026. Regarding RSA 79-E, the Board discussed potential amendments following the adoption of HB 1103 to expand tax relief criteria beyond the downtown area. The Downtown Improvement Program update presented preliminary construction costs of $2.3 million for the oval, $846,000 for Wadleigh Library parking, and $343,000 for South Street parking, with the Board deciding to schedule a joint meeting with the Select Board and EDAC to review costs. A motion to approve the minutes from August 18, 2026 passed with all in favor and C. Labonte abstaining. Future meetings are set for September 15, 2026, and October 6, 2026.
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The Planning Board discussed the 2027-2032 Capital Improvements Program (CIP). The CIP Committee reviewed 21 requests and recommended 15 projects totaling $15 million, with funding split across fiscal years 2027, 2028, and 2032. The Ambulance Capital Revolving Fund currently holds $140,000. The Board consensus was to hold one public hearing on the CIP, with a draft report anticipated for the October 6, 2026, Work Session.
The Board received an update on the Downtown Improvement Program, which faces a $1.4 million budget shortfall. Current construction estimates are $2.3 million for the Oval, $846,000 for Wadleigh Library parking, and $343,000 for South Street parking. Staff will request itemized cost estimates from VHB. The Select Board agreed to a joint meeting with the Planning Board and EDAC once DOT data is received.
The Board approved the August 18, 2026 meeting minutes via vote. Future meetings are scheduled for September 15 and October 6, 2026.
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The Board of Selectmen met September 14, 2026, to address several agenda items. A public hearing was scheduled for revisions to Parking Ordinance 6.24. The Board held a public hearing for acceptance of gifts over $5,000, including $7,600 from Chappell Tractor, Ciardelli Fuel, Freel Electric, and Lawns of So NH for a softball field scoreboard, and $7,600 from Chappell Farms and others for a baseball field scoreboard at Keyes Field. Consent calendar decisions included accepting $75 from Vanessa Sheehan for a 250th Banner and $669.85 from Leo Financial Group for a Little Free Library at Keyes Memorial Playground. The Board considered approval of the Investment Policy Review and Re-Adoption and the MS4 Delegation of Authority. The next Select Board meeting is scheduled for September 28, 2026. Volunteer openings exist for various committees including the Conservation Commission, MEAC, EDAC, Heritage Commission, Ethics Committee, and Traffic Safety Committee.
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The Planning Board held a work session on September 1, 2026, to review the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The CIP Committee recommended 15 projects for the 2027-2032 plan, totaling $15 million, with specific funding spread across fiscal years. The Board decided to hold only one public hearing on the CIP, with a draft report expected by the third week of September for a review on October 6. Kyle Finnell, Director of Community Development, provided updates on new software implementations and the Downtown Improvement Program, which has construction estimates of $2.3 million for downtown oval costs, $846,000 for library parking, and $343,000 for South/Clinton Street parking. No formal votes were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 7:21 pm.
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The Commission scheduled its next regular meeting for March 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Selectmen's Meeting Room.
Financial reports indicate Ghost Train Registration Revenues totaled $3,640, collected between June 15 and September 1, 2026.
Agenda items for discussion included the MD Trash site plan presentation by Fieldstone Land Services. The Commission planned to review May 2026 meeting minutes and discussed the 4th Saturday hike scheduled for September 26, 2026.
Ongoing business involved the MCC Shed location and updates to ordinances regarding Groundwater Protection, the Open Space Conservation District, and the Conservation Plan. Town Forest items covered the Mile Slip Badger Access Agreement, trail reroute, Management Plan update, and the Hitchiner TF timber harvest.
Rail Trail projects listed for 2026 include resurfacing the trail south of Melendy Road, an Armory Road crossing bollard battery project, and the Great Brook Crossing.
The meeting addressed IDRs regarding the MD Trash site plan and included a non-public session for land acquisition, reputation, and legal advice.
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