The Master Plan Committee met September 9, 2026, with attendees John Harris, Alan Bell, Lisa Prince, and April Ferguson. John Harris called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. The Committee reviewed the draft Master Plan document page by page, examining change suggestions drafted by the Planning Board. Members voted to accept some suggestions while rejecting others, though specific tallies for individual items were not recorded. No budget items, dollar amounts, or appointments were discussed. The next concrete step is a joint meeting involving the Master Plan Committee, Planning Board, and Selectmen scheduled for September 22nd at 6:00 PM to continue discussions. Alan made a motion to close the meeting, seconded by April, with all in favor. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 PM. A subsequent Master Plan meeting is set for October 20th at 6:00 PM. Minutes were recorded by Lisa Prince.
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The Select Board approved minutes from July 21, 2006, and reviewed a 13-page manifest of expenses. Regarding the rail trail, SPEAKER_1 moved to reimburse the Westmoreland Snowbelters $2,400 from the Park and Recreation Capital Reserve Fund for repairs north of Crusher Road; the motion passed. The Board discussed a $7,560 grant for Sherpac material between London and Gilbow Roads but noted no funds exist for the estimated $7,500 labor, requiring future planning. The next meeting is scheduled for August 13 at 10:00 a.m. SPEAKER_5 reminded residents about the ongoing property re-evaluation, noting assessed values will rise but the tax rate will not be set until November. The Board approved a sign for Woodward Field and acknowledged the recent passing of Fire Warden Ed Johnson.
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Selectmen approved June 16, 2026 minutes and the manifest. SPEAKER_13 moved to transfer broadband and conservation accounts to NHPDF for better interest, targeting 3% returns on funds like $35,000. Consolidated Communications will pay $90,000 annually for 20 years for broadband, exceeding bond costs over time. Treasurer and Select Board were authorized signers on these new accounts. A property auction is set for August 8 for four town-owned lots. A waiver for the Cheshire Registry of Deeds was approved for filing. Regarding highway equipment replacing, the board cited inflation and electronics as factors, with SPEAKER_3 noting proposed capital reserve funding increases of $160,000, $180,000, or $190,000 annually to catch up on needs. The next Westmoreland article will address highway budget preparation in December.
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The Selectmen approved June 2, 2026 minutes and accepted manifests. SPEAKER_8 moved to accept the $6,200 truck bid, seconded by SPEAKER_3. SPEAKER_8 moved to sell the old 1992 Case International mower on GovDeals for any amount; SPEAKER_5 seconded. The town received a $218,900 Northern Borders Grant for town hall renovations, with plans to apply for an L-CHIP grant in the spring. An insurance claim for over $97,000 was filed for guardrail damage; a decision is expected pending the adjuster's report. SPEAKER_10 from the PTA was told the organization is exempt from event permit applications. Regarding the sale of the HAC property, the board suggested the PTA negotiate with the new owner or consider a shuttle service from remote lots like the old county jail on River Road. SPEAKER_4 moved to develop a direct deposit policy for employees; SPEAKER_3 seconded. The meeting adjourned.
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The Master Plan Committee met to review Planning Board suggestions regarding Transportation, Current Use, and Current Use Recreation. John Harris presented printing estimates for 65-page booklets: 50 copies cost approximately \$5 each, while 100 copies cost approximately \$4 each. The committee agreed to print no more than 100 copies since the plan will be available on the Town website. Alan Bell will generate survey data and create a QR code for public access; survey questions will appear in the booklet, but the raw data will not. The committee decided to omit Appendix C History. The next meeting date is pending the creation of the QR code, Planning Board approval, and finalization of the land constraints map. April Ferguson motioned to adjourn, seconded by Alan Bell, and the meeting ended at 7:00 PM.
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