The Conservation Commission reviewed a Subcom expansion project, recommending approval of the landscaping plan provided that tree species are interspersed rather than clustered in monocultures, and that a landscape maintenance plan be provided. The vote was unanimous. Financial figures were not discussed.
A site walk was scheduled for September 10th at 5:30 PM at the Subcom facility to view the project and wetland impacts. Spencer Tate was requested to attend regarding wetland permits.
The commission discussed the potential for a state-owned data center at Pease but received no proposal. No decisions were made.
Commission members Cheryl and Jane volunteered for the Changemaker program.
The commission accepted the June 11th meeting minutes with a correction on page four regarding conservation easement signage location. The vote was unanimous.
A special meeting was set for September 24th at 6:00 PM to review a Sig Sauer facility application.
The Board approved minutes from the June 17 non-public meeting and manifests totaling $123,069.49 for June 11 and $195,876.70 for June 18. They approved Rec Committee events for the Federal 50 and Pilates programs running Tuesdays and Thursdays from July through December.
For infrastructure, a contractor will build the Newington School pedestrian culvert bridge in the second or third week of July at a cost of $4,000 to $5,000, funded through unallocated highway or contracted services funds. The Board accepted a bid of $3,498 to remove three trees on Little Bay Road, with an additional estimated $4,300 total cost including police details.
On the rental property, the Board approved $1,500 for walkway replacement and completed septic pumping. At the transfer station, 328 tons of brush were ground at a cost of $9,200, though four truckloads of stumps must be removed separately. The Board requested a financial overview from the new Finance Director.
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The Planning Board approved a subdivision for 74 River Road owned by John and Joe Ritchie. The vote was unanimous. The Zoning Board had previously granted a variance. Five conditions were imposed, including a certificate of monumentation, PDF and mylar plans, two years for approval to expire, and title correction. The Board then discussed a site plan amendment for Subcom LLC for a pan building, chiller building, and parking lot. A public hearing was not held, and the application was not accepted as complete due to inconsistent reviews and incomplete drainage plans. The Board scheduled a site walk for Thursday at 4:30 p.m. Minutes from May 28 were approved unanimously. The Board adjourned into a non-public session.
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SPEAKER_3 reported the town was awarded a $700,000 Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) grant for McIntyre Bridge design, contingent on the 2027 federal highway bill. Reimbursement for the cybersecurity "dot gov in a box" grant was received, closing that item. The Board approved warrants totaling $313,282.25: $80,532.25 (May 21), $58,820.60 (May 28), and $173,930 (June 4). Expenses included $60,000 for Health Trust, $72,000 for a new fire truck (charged to capital reserves), and $43,000 for City of Portsmouth hydrant rental. Fire Chief SPEAKER_16 noted the state DOT seeks Board approval to name the driveway to their shed; the issue was tabled pending a review of the road’s original construction standards. The Board authorized NSS to plant a maple tree at Newington School to honor Mr. Lanchon; Highway Department will assist with installation this fall.
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The Conservation Commission welcomed new member Heidi. Michaela Clanchis was absent. The group discussed the Great Bay Change Maker program, a six-week advocacy boot camp. SPEAKER_4 will waive auditorium fees for their October 22 session. regarding Fox Point erosion, commissioners received a $1.56 million estimate ($1.5 million construction, $56,000 permitting). SPEAKER_4 suggested discussing the project with the Board of Selectmen to gauge support and funding options, possibly including town meeting approval or fundraising. The Commission approved minutes from April 9, 2026. They also approved joint meeting minutes from April 27, 2026, with the Planning Board. SPEAKER_4 and Laura will schedule a July meeting, potentially a site walk of Tricky’s Code.
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