Commission members accepted the June 18, 2026 meeting minutes via voice vote. Regarding the Pass Conway state historic marker, the previously approved site was rejected by property owners. The commission is pursuing a second choice location, pending a meeting with the landowner and a required letter from the Board of Selectmen regarding traffic safety. The 250th Anniversary Celebration is scheduled for July 25-26, 2026, at the Oldtown Center and Roy Memorial Park. The Commission received a letter from Noel’s Tree Farm opposing a potential expansion of Industrial Drive on land from the cancelled circumferential highway project. No decisions were made on this matter; the commission noted they are only in an exploratory phase and will draft a response. A motion to adjourn was passed.
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The Board of Selectmen approved consent items, including accounts payable totaling approximately $132.3 million (June 30: $2,245,048.48; July 7: $28,000,937.64; July 14: $101,594,294) and three payroll manifest totals approximating $219,841. A $17,456.26 purchase order for a Bulldog engine was also approved. Motion passed 5-0.
Regarding the clear-cutting restoration at the "Mitchfield of the States," the Board approved Fieldstone’s revised landscaping plan, involving 127 trees and shrubs, subject to a five-year monitoring plan. The Board authorized a formal letter to secure a $156,000 performance bond from Patriot Holdings.
The Board accepted the Conservation Commission's recommendations and approved the borrowing of a Kawasaki Mule side-by-side vehicle from Naletzs Power Sports and Marine for police trail patrols. The department covers fuel and maintenance costs.
Minutes from the June 22nd meeting were approved 5-0. Promotions included Joey in the Marotti to Fire Lieutenant. Selectmen received reports on PFAS testing, mosquito surveillance, and the 250th celebration preparations.
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The Committee approved meeting minutes from April 9th and May 14th. The GMS project update indicated that electrical and plumbing plans are proceeding, with a remote meeting scheduled for July 21st at 4:30 PM to receive further updates. The project timeline targets finalized plans for September vetting and a finalized budget in October. The Committee discussed a communication proposal regarding public relations, but no commitment was made.
An alternate two-phase strategy for the GMS project was presented by a member for discussion, involving a $20 million first phase for a two-story addition, roof replacement, and interior refresh. This strategy was debated but not voted upon. Regarding end-of-year encumbrances, a member expressed disappointment that the School Board did not prioritize safety items recommended by the committee, such as AEDs, instead funding items like auditorium steam cleaning.
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SPEAKER_1 called the July 9 Wichfield Conservation Commission meeting to order at 6:34 PM with quorum. The minutes address the Olson Mobile Home Park restoration plan. Chad Brann, representing Fieldstone Land Consultants, presented a revised plan requiring 177 total plants (90 shade trees, 27 understory trees, 60 shrubs). The commission voted 5-0 to approve the Litchfield Estates Restoration Plan with conditions: increasing red maples and red oaks from 25 to 30 each; implementing a five-year monitoring plan with quarterly inspections in year one and annual thereafter; monitoring and removing invasive species; replacing any dead trees within five years; and requiring annual reports from Patriot Holdings. The Board of Selectmen previously approved a $156,600 bond. No public hearing was held. The meeting also discussed community garden guidelines and muster field signage updates.
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The Board approved Jessica DeRoche as Librarian ($55,890) and Susan Gonzalez as English Teacher ($58,255). They passed a motion (4-0-1) to accept Jaclyn Hathaway-Rube as a long-term sub ($54,303). A motion to approve Tammy Cote as LMS Admin Assistant failed 2-3.
The Board authorized a $10,000 surplus transfer to the Construction Expendable Trust, approved a Special Education Expendable Trust transfer of $38,760, and approved the Primex CAP Agreement with a 9% increase cap. A $7,500 expenditure for LMS surge protection passed.
Regarding the elementary school, Mr. Cutter moved to approve the new school on the voter-approved land; the motion passed 5-0. Dr. Jette estimated the current cost at $39M, plus interest totaling over $55M. The Board also approved grading recommendations, curriculum changes, and the Dress Code Policy. The Capital Improvement Plan priority ranking for LMS Fields was updated from Necessary to Priority.
Source: https://www.litchfieldsd.org/Downloads/2022-2023 Approved MInutes.pdf?v=0