AGENDA BUSINESS:
AGENDA BUSINESS:
Approval of the Minutes for April 14, 2025
2. Approval of the Minutes for April 14 , 2025 Non-Public Session, Unsealed
3. Appointment of Judy Brennen to the Litchfield Recreation Commission as a Full Member, as recommended by the Commission. Term to expire March 2028.
Motion: ( S. Webber / P. Ames ) Motion to reappoint Judy Brennen as a full member of the Commission. Discussion: It was noted that a previously interested candidate is no longer available due to scheduling conflicts.
Vote: (5-0-1) The motion carried. (Ms. Brennen abstained)
Ms. Brennen agreed to be sworn in by the Town Clerk and stated she would remain active as a full or alternate member.
4. Recreation Commission - Update to Re creation Field Use Fees
Public Hearing held April 22nd at LRC
Fee Regulations:
Fees are assessed per the outlined categories.
Full payment is due within 30 days of the invoice.
No refunds unless the Commission cancels the reservation.
Additional fees apply for damages to facilities or fields.
The Commission may review or waive fees at its discretion.
The Commission agreed that payment timelines are already addressed under regulation #2, and the fees cover the whole day.
Motion: ( A. Ruggles / S. Webber ) Motion to approve the fee schedule as stated.
Discussion: None
Vote: (6-0-0) The motion carried.
Motion: ( A. Ruggles / S. Webber ) Motion to close the public hearing.
Discussion: None
Vote: (6-0-0) The motion carried.
The public hearing closed at 7:17 p.m.
5. Theroux Development - DOT RRFB Maintenance plan , Crosswalks and Sidewalks
6. Highway/Transfer Station Equipment Request
7. Discussion around Meeting Start time
8. Request for Transfer from Property Evaluation Trust
9. Uncollectible Accts. Receivable Disposition
10. Request - Process for Crosswalk @ 259 Charles Bancroft Hwy
11. Potential Donation - 50-100 Folding Chairs
13. Policy Review - First Reading
A. Fund Balance Policy
B. Fraud Policy
14. DRAFT - 2025 Orientation Manual and Training Resources
15. 2025 Town of Litchfield Strategic Plan
16. Selectmen Bylaws Review and Approval
17. 2026 Proposed Budget Schedule
Hudson Memorial Post 5791 and its Auxiliary will be hosting our annual Loyalty Day/Scholastic Awards ceremony on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 7pm. We plan to honor citizens, students, educators, public servants and
others who have made significant contributions to the well-being of our community. We invite you and your guest(s) to attend this ceremony as 15 members of the Litchfield Fire Department will be recognized that evening. light refreshments with a social time from 6:30-7:00pm and the awards ceremony begins at 7:00pm. Although the event is open to the public, for planning purposes I ask you to RSVP by April 30, 2025.
Dedication of the Six War Pedestals on Saturday, May 10th at 10:30 am - Veterans Park, 2 Liberty Way. Funded and installed by the Litchfield Veterans Group.
Clean Water Grant ($30,000) to create a Stormwater Asset Management system. Our project is wrapping up and we are now completing the final steps. Kevin, his team, John and I have been working on this project well over a year, with many hours of investigation by the Highway Dept. The two final steps are developing a manual/overview for the system and giving a presentation to the BOS. The Contractors, Road Agent, TA and NHDES are will be at the BOS meeting May 12 at 6:30 pm.
SB297 - Public Hearing held at House committee on Wednesday. Secretary of State has issued an amendment, we are awaiting review. Will remove Town requirement of individual reserve requirement. Unknown - Healthtrust's comments on amendment or insurance going forward.
The New Hampshire Fish and Game “Learn to Fish” event occurred this past weekend. Mr. Menzigian led the session and did an excellent job. The children were engaged and successfully caught fish. The next event is on May 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Darrah. The upcoming Fishing Derby is scheduled for May 17 at Parker Park. Registration is required to participate.
Fisher Cats Game – The Veterans group in Town is organizing a Family Night at the Fisher Cats game on July 19th . See the flyer below or contact Town Hall on how to purchase tickets.
Wednesday - Friday, May 14-16 2025 Primex and MMANH Annual Conference - will be out of the office but available by email
*To be held monthly, beginning December 23, 2024
NOTE: Old List - to be assigned 3/24/2025
Recreation Commission Representative - F. Robert Leary Sr.
School Facilities Improvement Committee - ----------------------
Budget Committee Representative - John Brunelle
Planning Board Representative - Steven G. Gannon
Capital Improvement Committee Representative - Kimberly M. Queenan
Conservation Commission Representative - Dianne Plansky
Heritage Commission Representative - Dianne Plansky
Emergency Management Team - John Brunelle
Energy Committee - John Brunelle
Economic Development Committee - Kimberly M. Queenan
NON PUBLIC SESSION - If needed