The Plainfield Conservation Commission meeting agenda for September 24, 2026, includes approval of May 28, 2026 minutes. Old business covers the Conservation Plan involving parcel determinations and landowner letters, an NRI update regarding a possible fall educational program, a Master Plan Update debrief, and financials review. Ongoing tasks include outreach event planning and easement monitoring. New Business addresses the Beaver Deceiver rehab proposal with next steps, the Columbus Jordan Road parcel, and the Morgan Hill wetland permit. Other business notes the NHACC Annual Meeting on Saturday, November 7, with a call for attendees. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 22 at 6:30 pm at Meriden Town Hall, with planning for subsequent meetings on either December 3 or December 10.
Source: https://www.plainfieldnh.org/docview.aspx?doctype=agendaDoc&docid=13378
The Planning Board discussed traffic and operations at the Marsh gravel pit. The board noted Travis Marsh is limited to 10 trips per day and 25 loads per month, with pit hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents expressed concerns about excessive truck traffic and employees driving unsafely. The board confirmed Marsh's construction business is a home occupation, but if he has employees, he must apply to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Regarding Neil MacNamara’s project, the applicant withdrew the subdivision application due to wetland violations, including a steep driveway and silted streams. The board will notify the Conservation Commission. Residents were advised they can file a tax appeal by March 1st to claim reduced property value due to the pit. The meeting minutes were approved as amended.
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The Plainfield Planning Board met on September 21, 2026. The agenda included a follow-up visit regarding Marsh Excavation Permit #105 for Cutler Road. The board was scheduled to discuss a minor subdivision application from #14 Route 120 LLC. No specific decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were detailed in this agenda summary. Mandatory in-person attendance was required at Meriden Town Hall for the meeting to commence, with Zoom access provided as a courtesy.
Source: https://www.plainfieldnh.org/docview.aspx?doctype=agendaDoc&docid=13365
The Plainfield Planning Board found no violations of Marsh Excavation's approved permit during a site visit at 105 Cutler Road. Travis and Avery installed wood for the Cutler Road bridge wearing course, and magnesium chloride was applied for dust control. Avery Marsh will submit trucking logs to the town office.
Betsy and Patrick Duany expressed concerns regarding traffic levels and road width near the gravel pit. Board members noted that if the Marsh on-site business adds employees, a Zoning Board review would establish operational parameters.
Regarding the subdivision at 14 Route 120, LLC, Donnie Goodwin withdrew the project on Zoning Administrator Halleran's recommendation. The project will return for board review once compliance with NHDES and the NH Division of Forests and Lands regulations regarding wetland concerns is confirmed. The next meeting is scheduled for October 5.
Source: https://www.plainfieldnh.org/docview.aspx?doctype=minuteDoc&docid=13365
The Select Board approved minutes from a previous meeting. During public comment, a resident requested an unredacted $12,000 contract under RSA 91-A, citing five business days for response. The board discussed a hard pack road improvement project estimated at $45,500 for multiple roads, including Long Lane and Hell Hollow. Funding would come from a highway improvement fund with a $140,000 balance; the board indicated support for proceeding. Road Agent Rich Collins reported on various highway maintenance tasks. The board noted the upcoming tax rate setting in mid-October, projecting an potential 80-cent increase per thousand over the current rate of $17.60. Before adjourning to non-public session for a police chief exit interview, the board acknowledged the chief's final report.
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